Try something new or reintroduce a former passion by taking ceramics, watercolor or painting classes at the Bergen County YJCC this fall.

Ceramics students of all levels may choose classes on Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., January 18 through March 22, or Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 7:15 to 9:45 p.m., January 20 through March 24. Of particular note is the YJCC’s Ceramics Studio. The facility includes six electric potter’s wheels, two extruders, a slab roller and two electric kilns. Classes are personalized with individual instruction. Fee for YJCC members is $180; for non-members, $225. There is a $30 materials fee.

Expressive Watercolor offers a combination of instruction, inspiration and insight, with easy-to-follow demonstrations, practical and sensitive guidance, tips and advice. The class is on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., from January 18 through March 22. Fee is $195 for YJCC members and $230 for non-members.

Explorations in Water Media combines watercolor, ink and water soluble drawing materials to expand artistic boundaries. The class is on Mondays, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., from January 18 through March 22. Fee is $195 for YJCC members and $230 for non-members.

The Art of Acrylic Painting enables students to discover the freedom, simplicity and ease of painting with this modern, permanent, non-toxic and versatile medium. This class meets on Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., from January 21 through March 25. Fee is $195 for YJCC members and $230 for non-members.

All art classes are appropriate for beginners through more advanced students, ages 17 and up, and are open to the general community. Participants may join the class at any time. The Bergen County YJCC is at 605 Pascack Road, Township of Washington. For more information, contact Jill Brown at (201) 666-6610, ext. 222 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it