Irish classes @ DCCC

There are Irish language classes at the Davidson County Community College (DCCC) again this year – from August 22, 2016 – November 16, 2016 – and they are well worth the money if you want to learn some Gaeilge (Irish). The teacher this year will be Jason Finnerty from County Galway.

Learning a different language always has positive benefits for the individual BUT in regards to helping to understand the culture of a country then understanding the language is essential. Here are some personal reasons why you should considering learning another language (source):

1. You become smarter
2. You build multitasking skills
3. You stave off Alzheimer’s and dementia
4. Your memory improves
5. You become more perceptive
6. Your decision-making skills improve
7. You improve your English

Irish Beginner classes

• Date: August 22, 2016 – November 16, 2016
• Afternoon classes (Days/Times): Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:00pm to 12:45pm.
• Evening classes (Day/Time): Mondays from 6-8pm
• Link: https://www.davidsonccc.edu/irish-language-beginners-0

Advanced beginners class

• Date: August 22, 2016 – November 16, 2016
• Day/Time: Thursdays from 6-8pm.
• Link: https://www.davidsonccc.edu/irish-language-advanced-beginner

Both classes are $49 and run until November 16th.

Go raibh maith agaibh!
(Thank You)

~Winston-Salem Wolfhound…Get your Culture on!