Save the Date!
2012 Tour d'Organics
Sunday, August 12, 2012
6am - 6pm
Registration now open!
Early Bird Discount - 15% off if Registering before May 1!
Unlike other rides, all the ride food we offer is organic, fresh, locally sourced, and vegan. All routes wind through the stunning, west Sonoma County countryside, with all rest stops at local, organic farms. If you like beautiful cycling, camaraderie, and fresh, local, vegan food, this ride is for you.
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Featured Class
Storytime
Storytime with the Sebastopol Library will be held at the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center during the months of February, March, & April. Toddler Time & Preschool Storytime includes stories, songs, and fun for children with a caregiver. No registration necessary, just show up ready for fun.
Wednesdays, Bolshoi Room, Free
Toddler Time:
18 mo - 3 yr 10:15 - 11:00am
Preschool Storytime:
3yr - 5yr 11:00 am -11:30am
For more info: Library Services Librarian, Tiffany Bronzan at 823-7691 x6, or tbronzan@sonoma.lib.ca.us
2/1 - 4/25
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Classes
SCCC offers a wide variety of ongoing classes and workshops for students of all ages. Search by category or age group, or type in a key word in the search bar at the top of the page to search the entire site. To register for a class, please contact the instructor and download the class registration form, fill it out, and return it to SCCC. For more information, visit our office and pick up the activities guide, or call (707) 823-1511.
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Alternative Health
Ages: Adults
Become healthier and happier learning tips and techniques to create a life that is balanced and stable.1:15pm - 2:45pm Tue
Annex/Side Rm
$10 - $25 drop-in (sliding scale)
For more info: Morningsong at 321-4431, or c_morningsong@yahoo.com. Register with instructor.
Ongoing: Tues, 1:15 - 2:45
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Ancient Kung Fu for Kids
Ages: 4 - 9
This class introduces children to physical coordination, balance, and strength through an ancient style of Chiese Kung Fu. Students will learn basic acrobatics, jumps, kicks, stances, and punching.Ongoing. Begins 1/9.Mondays Main HallAges 4 – 6 2:30 – 3:20pmAges 7 – 9 3:30 – 4:20pm
For more information contact Lindsey at lindsey@shugyocenter.com. Register with SCCC.
Ongoing: Mondays,
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Apple Tree Morris
Morris is a festive seasonal dance that dates back hundreds of years to the farming communities of the Cotswold Hills in Southern England. It's boistrous, athletic and colorful, a perfect way to celebrate teh change of seasons. You don't need experience, just enthusiasm. Wear comfortable sneakers and clothing you can move in, and be ready for a workout. For more information please contact Cliff at 823-6925 or email cliff@kichu.com.
Ongoing: Thursdays, 7:15 - 9:30 pm
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Art with the Masters
Ages: 4-9
Love creating art and always exploring new ways to express yourself? Come join Mrs. Therese, with Art & soul Music Studios, and learn how to deepen your art skills through emulation artworks of inspirational artists both renown (such as Picasso) and local contemporaries (such as Patrick Amiot). Each month Mrs. Therese will explore an artist through various media (clay, painting, pastels, sculpture, mixed media, etc.)to facilitate each student’s process in developing their own, unique artwork in that Master Artist’s likeness.Wednesdays Garzot Duffield Bldg$15 drop-in or $44/month + $10 supply feeAges: 4 – 6 2:30pm – 3:20pmAges: 7 – 9 3:30pm – 4:20pmFor more info: Art & Soul Music Studios at 575-7701, or www.artandsoulmusicstudios.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/11 - 1/25, Wednesdays,
Session 2: 2/1 - 2/22, Wednesdays,
Session 3: 3/7 - 3/28, Wednesdays,
Session 4: 4/4 - 4/25, Wednesdays,
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Ballroom Dancing with the Seniors
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Ages: Seniors
“Dancing with the Seniors” is a modified Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Salsa dance program that includes dance warm-ups, performance by instructor and dance instruction in all of the ballroom dances, based on the abilities of the individual dances. A brief dance history lesson is also included in the form of a “trivia quiz”, which is a fun-filled memory exercise for the group.
10:30 - 11:30 am ThurMain Hall $12 drop in, $40/4wks
For more info: Helen 992-5092, or helenandrade@gmail.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/5 - 1/26, 10:30 - 11:30 pm
Session 2: 2/2 - 2/23, 10:30 - 11:30 pm
Session 3: 3/1 - 3/22, 10:30 - 11:30 pm
Session 4: 4/5 - 4/26, 10:30 - 11:30 pm
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Basic Dog Training
Positive and fun obedience training: heel, come, sit, down, stay, calm greetings without jumping, not pulling on leash, less barking, solving your special problems.
Winter Session: 2/25 - 3/31, Saturdays, 9:30 am - 10:30 am
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Basic Gymnastics
Children have fun learning basic tumbling, vaulting, bar and beam skills for creating a strong foundation for gymnastics. Wear loose clothes for movement. This class is for children that have completed kindergarten.
Friday Class - Session 1: 1/20 - 2/10, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Friday Class - Session 2: 2/24 - 3/30 (no class 3/23), 3:30 - 4:45 pm
Friday Class - Session 3: 4/20 - 5/11, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Wednesday Class - Session 1: 1/18 - 2/8, 2:45 - 3:45 pm
Wednesday Class - Session 2: 2/22 - 3/28 (no class 3/21), 2:45 - 3:45 pm
Wednesday Class - Session 3: 4/18 - 5/9, 2:45 - 3:45 pm
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Basic Photoshop
Maximizing your digital tools.
Learn the essential features of Photoshop and its utility bridge in how they satisfy the basic requirements of a photographer. This 2 day intensive workshop demonstrates the fundamentals of file management and basic retouching. Learn the digital workflow process with step-by-step instruction in organizing files, embedding metadata, editing, and more. The first day is dedicated to learning the techniques, the second to practice. Students must each bring their own laptop images to work with, and have basic computer skills.
Basic Photoshop: 2/18 - 2/19, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 - 6:00pm
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Beginning Belly Dance
Students will learn basic moves and isolations in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Students will learn dance combinations, finger cymbals and veils.
Ongoing: Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
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BLS Healthcare Provider CPR - AHA Certification
Are you a nurse, lifeguard, medical assistant or in the health field and need to either get your BLS CPR certification or renew your certification?
Feb 1, 2012, Wednesday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
...Learn More about BLS Healthcare Provider CPR - AHA Certification
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Capoeira, Brazilian Martial Arts & Culture
Ages: 11-18
Capoeira is a Brazilian way of life involving dance, music and friendly competition, centered around martial arts and self defense practices. It is a method for developing an exceptional level of fitness, self confidence, awareness and camaraderie. Students will be challenged to kick, cartwheel, and escape as well as play and sing traditional music.3:45pm - 4:45pm M & W Russian Room$40 pd. monthly 1 class/week. Or $60 pd. monthly 2 classes/weekFor more information contact Luke at 215-285-6386 or email luke@shugyocenter.com. Register with SCCC.
Ongoing: Begins 1/9, M & W, 3:45
...Learn More about Capoeira, Brazilian Martial Arts & Culture
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Children's Choir
Ages: 4-12
Students will sing together in unison, rounds, and harmony. Accompanied by piano and guitar, members of the choir will not only learn original songs, but they will also be brought into the song writing process with an emphasis on working toward a greater goal in upcoming sessions.Mondays Annex/Main Room$120/10 wksAges: 4 - 6 2:30pm - 3:20pmAges: 7 - 9 3:30pm - 4:20pmAges: 9 - 12 4:30pm - 5:20pmFor more info/register: Ali at 415-272-4189 or email ali@minimusictime.com.
Winter Session: 1/9 - 3/12, Mon,
Spring Session: 4/2 - 6/11, Mon,
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Chinese Medical QiGong
QiGong is an ancient self-healing system for health, longevity, and spiritual cultivation. This emphasizes the purging of energetic impurities and the strengthening of what the Chinese Daoists call the three treasures of Jing, Qi and Shen.
Ongoing: Saturdays, 10-11am
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Community Acupuncture
Community–style Acupuncture. Please wear comfortable clothing that easily rolls up over knees and elbows. Acupuncture is performed in group setting. All ages and conditions welcome.
Ongoing: Fridays , 1:00 - 3:00pm
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CPR for Adult, Children & Infants
CPR on Wed, 1/25/12 from 6pm - 9:30pm will be at the Garzot Duffield Building
Have you ever wondered what you would do if your child stopped breathing or your husband had a heart attack or your neighbor choked on a piece of meat? Every second counts. Without CPR only eight percent of people who suffer a cardiac arrest outside the hospital survive. Take this fun, hands–on CPR class and be prepared. Learn to use an AED (Automatic External Defi bulator). Participants will receive a 2 year AHA Adult, Child and Infant CPR certificate. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/25/12, Wednesday, 6pm - 8:30pm
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Creative Movement for Tots - Discovery & Journey
Discovery - Ages: infant - 18 months
During this fun & nurturing class your baby will receive full developmental benefits of movement through rhythm & motion. We will enjoy music from around the world, nursery rhymes and fingerplays.
10:15am - 11:00am Tuesdays $75/6 wks
Journey - Ages: 19 months – 3 yearsTrains, hot air balloon, boats, magic carpets….there are several ways to get to places! This class uses the journeying concept to express oneself and the world around us through movement.
11:00am - Noon Tuesdays $75/6 wks
Session 1: 3/16 - 4/10,
Session 2: 4/17 - 5/22,
...Learn More about Creative Movement for Tots - Discovery & Journey
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Creative Photoshop
Expressing your creative digital vision.
Experience the magic of combining your imagination and Photoshop techniques to bring out your most expressive personal visions. In this two day intensive workshop learn how to efficiently create digital art with Photoshop. Learn the step-by-step process of creating montages and collages, incorporating text, using filters, and understanding layers. The first day is dedicated to learning the techniques, the second to practice and individualized attention. Students must bring their own laptops, images to work with, and have basic computer and Photoshop skills.
Creative Photoshop: 4/21 - 4/22, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 - 6:00pm
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Dance for Toddlers
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Ages: 2-3
A festive environment where your child will be introduced to basic stretching, tumbling, and dance movements with a variety of music styles. Great introduction to following directions, socialization, rhythm, and basic dance movements. Parents remain in the room to watch.10:30am - 11:00am, FridaysBolshoi Room, $30/4 wks, $45/6 wksFor more info: Katherine at 694-1957, or lestudiodanse@gmail.com. Register with SCCC.
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Dance Theatre for Tots
Dance Theatre - Ages 4 - 6
This class focuses on dance and theatre art foundations. We will promote the children’s creative thinking skills by encouraging them to discover the many ways they could move their bodies to present a story with feeling. The children will be involved with all choreography, set design and costumes.
2:30pm - 3:30pm Wednesdays $85/6 wks Annex Main Room
For more info, contact Andrea at 415-608-0247, or andreadoff@gmail.com.
Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 3/7 - 4/11,
Session 2: 4/18 - 5/23,
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Daoist Meditation
Broadly speaking, meditation can be defined as “the inward focus of attention in a state of mind where ego–related concerns and critical evaluations are suspended in favor of perceiving a deeper, subtler, and possibly divine flow of consciousness.” (Daoist scholar, Livia Kohn) Shifu Michael’s approach to meditation incorporates the above definition of meditation in the Daoist/Buddhist practice of zuowang, or “sitting in forgetfulness or oblivion,” and the doan practice of asking: What is Not Two?
Ongoing: Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00pm
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Digital Field Photography
How to make better photos
Break through your barriers into a new realm of creating great photographs! This 2 day intensive workshop focuses on maximizing your environment for more dynamic and intriguing images infusing content, composition, natural & ambient light. Become more comfortable with your camera as you learn how to hone your ability to see compositions and light quality in existing environments. Not a beginner course-students must already know the basic fundamentals of photography and have their own camera. Bring camera and manual.
Digital Field Photography: 1/21 - 1/22, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 - 6:00pm
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Earth Camp Seeds & Soul
Young Adult Mentorship Program
Ages 13 - 18
This Counselor-In-Trainging program will prepare young people to be mentors during the Earth Camp Summer program. Creativity, intuition and curiosity are fostered through eco-activities, supplemented by hands-on work in the garden and with children.
11am - 3pm Saturdays
Laguna Farm, $25 upon application
Series of Five Saturdays, March 31, April 14, April 28, May 12, May 25.
All classes held at Laguna Farm at 1764 Cooper Rd., Sebastopol. Register with Earth Camp.
"Seeds & Soul" is a program of Earth Camp Collective. For more information & to register, call 824-1600, or visit www.earthcamp.org.
Series of 5 Saturdays: 3/31, 4/14, 4/28, 5/12, 5/25, 11am - 3pm
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Earth Camp Spring Home School Program
“Seeds, Soil and Sprouts”
Ages 5 - 15
Intensives in the areas of: sustainable living skills, personal expression skills and environmental educationclasses that meet the California State Standards, with the focus on place based connections to this
ecosystem and larger watershed area. Low-income applicants may apply.
10 am - 3 pm, Tuesdays,Laguna Farm, $450 for 9 weeks.
Session dates: April 3 - May 29.
All classes held at Laguna Farm at 1764 Cooper Rd., Sebastopol. Register with Earth Camp.
"Seeds, Soil, and Sprouts" is a program of Earth Camp Collective. For more information & to register, call 824-1600, or visit www.earthcamp.org.
Spring Session: 4/3 - 5/29, Tues,
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Earth Tots
Ages 3-5
Children join together to learn to observe the natural environment and discover the life in the garden as it awakens with Spring! Activities include walking, running, planting, singing, stories, art and more!
9:00am - 12:00pm, Thursdays,
Laguna Farm, $450 for 8 weeks
Session dates: April 12 - May 31.
Earth Tots is a program of Earth Camp Collective. For more information & to register, call 824-1600, or visit www.earthcamp.org.
Spring Session: 4/12 - 5/31, Thurs, 9am - Noon
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Evening Social Dance
Ages: Teens (15+) & Adults
Learn to dance well with style! Share the joy of partner dancing; coordinate your movement, steps, rhythm, and style. Dance better than you ever dreamed!7:15pm - 8:15pm, WednesdaysAnnex/Main Room, $36/4 wksFor more info: Barbara at 479-8814, 823-7205, or bargd@comcast.net, www.ballroomswing.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: Swing: 1/4 - 1/25, Wed, 7:15pm
Session 2: Night Club Two Step : 2/1 - 2/22, Wed, 7:15pm
Session 3: Salsa: 3/7 - 3/28, Wed, 7:15pm
Session 4: Waltz/ Fox Trot: 4/4 - 4/25, Wed, 7:15pm
Session 5: Techinique & Style: 5/5 - 5/9 (no class 5/16, 5/30) , Wed, 7:15pm
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Explorations of Freedom & Compassion
Class begins Oct 6th.
With exploration and inquiry, a maturing within consciousness can occur. What does it mean to be free and compassionate? How do we arrive at this? Are there tools we can use to dismantle that which is selfish and in distress? What is the evolution of consciousness? What is always here, unchanging and eternally free? Within that which is ever present, the knowing of freedom and the touch of compassion can arise.
Ongoing starting Oct 6: Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00pm
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Feldenkrais Back Awareness
Discover new possibilities for your mind and body through gentle, easy to do exercises. You may find a new sense of freedom of movement, reduction of old aches, and inspiration for the mind and body.
Ongoing: Fridays, 9:00 - 10:00
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Fencing for Kids
For hundreds of years, fencing has captured the imagination of young people. Who hasn’t imagined themselves with sword in hand, fending off hordes of enemies with a quick and daring blade? With an emphasis on fun, kids learn the basics of fencing: discipline, respect, honor and the importance of physical fitness.
Session 1 - CANCELLED: 9/6 - 9/27, Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00
Session 2: 10/4 - 10/25, Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00
Session 3: 11/1 - 11/22, Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00
Session 4: 11/29 - 12/20, Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00
Session 1: 1/10 - 1/31, Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Session 2: 2/7 - 2/28, Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Session 3: 3/6 - 3/27, Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Session 4: 4/3 - 4/24, Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Session 5: 5/1 - 5/22, Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Flowing Dragon Swords
A Game/Practice of communication, relationship and movement which involves the crossing and continuous touching of wooden swords, engaging in deep dialog with the other, inviting a greater understanding of the Self.
Ongoing: Mondays, 6:30 pm - 8:15 pm
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Gentle Yoga
Start your day by gently awakening your body. The practice of Hatha Yoga will increase your bodyʼs strength and flexibility. A yoga practice will also enhance your mind-body connection.
Class post-poned until Sept 20th.
Ongoing: Tuesday & Thursdays, 8 am - 9 am
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Guitar : Level III
This class is only available during the Fall.
Learn to get the most from your playing, and make each song unique. The next step for guitarists who are ready to build a repertoir.
Fall Session: 11/ 8 -12/13, Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:30pm
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Guitar Workshop : Jamming
Express yourself! Learn to improvise to folk, rock, blues, and bluegrass. Techniques, tricks adn strategies for intermediate and advanced guitarists.
Spring Session: 1/24 - 2/28, Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9:00pm
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Guitar Worshop: “All Songs”
Play songs, with parts, intros, and solos. This class is all about learning to rehearse effectively and play with other people. Singing is optional, but encouraged.
3/27 - 5/1, Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
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Guitar: Private Lessons
Paul offers private guitar lessons for players of all levels. He teaches kids from age seven, middle and high school students and adults. Paul gets beginners off to a good start and helps experienced players with technique, reading skills and theory. Acoustic and electric guitarists are welcome.
By arrangement: Ongoing, Tuesdays
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Healing: A World Beyond Distress
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Ages: Teens & Adults
For anyone who would like to experience freedom from distress & anyone who would like more depth in their spiritual path. I offer an exploration into your present experience for you to discover peace, fulfillment and a larger capacity for love. I also offer tools from various ancient traditions as well as modern psychology that aim at deeper freedom from distress & selfishness. Looking deeply at what distresses us, a chance for us to experience that which is not distressed is present. The opportunity is to know this as our ever present state. Sahaj received his Masters degree in transpersonal counseling psychology in 2001 and helps to facilitate these explorations.6:00pm - 7:00pm Thursdays Annex/Music Room $5 - $10 (sliding scale) drop inFor more info: Sahaj at 322-6618, or sahajawakening@yahoo.com. Register with instructor.
Ongoing: Thursdays , 6pm - 7pm
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Improv Theatre for Adults
Ages: Adults
In a safe and non-competitive atmosphere, participants learn to become fully involved in the creative moment through an array of skills building inter-active spontaneous theatre games and exercises. The unencumbered exploration of one’s self in the the moment leads to the experience of freedom and fun. (No previous stage experience is necessary.)Class runs from 2/8 - 4/11.
1:00 - 2:00pm WedAnnex/Side Rm $10 drop-in
For more info: Carol at paprikash@earthlink.net. Register with SCCC.
Session: 2/8 - 4/11, Wed, 1:00 - 2:00pm
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Improv Theatre for Youth
Ages: 5th grade - 8th grade
In this fun and involving theatre class, participants will learn to spontaneously use actions, ideas and feelign in a safe, non-competitive, collaborative atmosphere. Weekly lessons will nurture the growth of acting skills and refine techniques using theatre games and exercises. Individual, paired, and group theatre experience will help students understand the languagee of theatre and achieve successful and imaginative self-expression. Participants will become an ensemble as the hone their skills together. There will be a demonstration for friends and family on the final day. No previous experience is necessary. Wear comfortable clothes!
3:45 - 5:00pm Thur Main Hall$150/10 weeks
For more info: Carol at paprikash@earthlink.net. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 2/9 - 4/12,
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Individual or Small Group Singing / Guitar Instruction
Pablo teaches vocal technique and musicianship for singers, with an emphasis on understanding how the voice works and how to sing with comfort and ease. Pablo also works with strengthening choral skills, sight singing and vocal improvisation.
...Learn More about Individual or Small Group Singing / Guitar Instruction
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Intermediate Belly Dance
Students will expand their dancing repertoire. Performance opportunities, improvisation and more complex choreographies will be covered.
Ongoing: Mondays , 7:45 - 8:45
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Intermediate Dance Class for Youth
A modern dance class for young people who have had previous dance training or comparable physical training.
1/13 - 3/17: Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
3/31 - 5/19 - CANCELLED: Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Intermediate Photoshop
Optimize Your Digital Imagery
In this 2 day intensive workshop learn the best techniques for image enhancing, retouching, color management and more. The first day is dedicated to learning the techniques, the second to practice and individualized attention. Students must each bring their own laptops, images to work with, and have basic computer and Photoshop skills.
Intermediate Photoshop: 3/ 17 - 3/18, Sat & Sun, 10am - 6pm
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Intermediate/Adult Modern Dance
Discover yourself in your body. Explore your deep inner skeleton and learn to move it efficiently. A series of simple floor and intricate standing exercises move into a phrase combination.
Ongoing: Wednesdays, 10:00 am - Noon
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Jazz Funk
Ages: 11 - 18
A blend of Jazz Dance and Hip Hop styles. Mixing the technique of jazz and funky, groovy moves of hiphop, creating a fun and exciting new way to move! Nikki currently teaches at Twin Hills Middle School and is a member of SURGE MODERN COMPANY and hip hop crew THE U.N.I.T.
3:45pm - 4:45pm Th & F Annex/Main Rm
$40 pd. monthly 1 class/week. Or $80 pd. monthly 2 classes/week. $12 drop-in
For more info: Nikki at 217-9772, email: nstatis_17@yahoo.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/12 - 2/3,
Session 2: 2/8 - 3/2,
Session 3: 3/7 - 3/30,
Session 4: 4/5 - 4/27,
Session 5: 5/3 - 5/11 (4 classes only),
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Jazzercise
The original dance exercise phenomenon! Each 60-minute workout is a fusion of dance and muscle toning movements choreographed to todayʼs hottest music, including Top 40, jazz, country, funk and classics.
Monday Jazzercise: Mondays, 6am or 9 am
Tuesday Step N Sculpt: Tuesdays, 9 am or 6 pm
Wednesday Jazzercise: Wednesdays, 9 am or 6 pm
Thursday Step N Sculpt: Thursdays, 9 am or 6 pm
Friday Jazzercise: Fridays, 6am or 9 am
Saturday Jazzercise or Step: Saturday, 8:30am
Sunday Jazzercise: Sunday, 8:30 am
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Jazzercise Personal Touch
A unique approach to personal training in a small group setting with your instructor. Personal Touch is designed to increase your muscle tone.
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Jin Shin Do Acupressure
Ages: Seniors
Jin Shin Do is a system of acupressure using points along the energy channels called meridians. Pressure points are held by the fingers, releasing tensions of stress & holding in the body. As a holistic healing practice, Jin Shin Do assists the body, mind & spirit come to balance.
There will be four workshops, all focused on simple, self help techniques that will be shared each week for one hour. Just come with comfortable clothes, and an open mind & heart.
For more info: Debora 280-2878. Register with instructor.
Arthritis Relief for the Hands: Jan 4, 1st Wed, 10:30 - 11:30
Arthritis Relief for the Hands: Feb 1, 1st Wed, 10:30 - 11:30
Allergy Relief - Clearing & Opening the Sinuses: Mar 7, 1st Wed, 10:30 - 11:30
Opening the Lungs & Balancing Breathing Patterns: Apr 4, 1st Wed, 10:30 - 11:30
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Ki Development
Ages: Adults
Ki is energy and life force. It is the fundamental source of power developed through the practice of aikido. Learn the Ki Development exercises formalized by Kuichi Tonei to generate harmonized life force within you. This class is a non-combative internal martial art practice.
7:30 am - 9:00 am WedRussian Room, $10 drop in
For more info: John at 347-267-1186, or john@shugyocenter.com. Register with SCCC or with instructor.
Ongoing: Wed, 7:30 - 9:00
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Kinder Karate
An introductory class for children new to karate. Taught in the style of Take Name Do, but with recognition of the needs for this younger group. A fun way to learn the basics of this confidence-building and healthy martial art.
Class resumes 1/3/12.
Ongoing: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00 - 3:30 pm
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Kindergym
Now also on Mondays!
Ages: 6 months - 3 years
Join your little ones in this fun open play time. The hour includes climbing on structures, dancing, singing, and fun games with a parachute.
Ongoing: Mon., Wed., & Fri., 11:00 am - noon
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Line Dancing
Ages: Teens & Adults
Ever wish you could join in with the line dancers out on the dance floor? You will be able to after taking this class! This class covers the basic steps involved in line dancing as well as several easy and fun dances to your favorite country music. Don’t be shy, come on by and have some fun!7:15pm - 8:15pm ThursdaysBolshoi Room $40/4 wksFor more information contact Julie at 953-4639. Web site www.juliefaye.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/5 - 1/26,
Session 2: 2/2 - 2/23,
Session 3: 3/1 - 3/22,
Session 4: 4/5 - 4/26,
Session 5: 5/3 - 5/10 (no class 5/17, 5/23, 5/31),
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Live Oak Karate
Live Oak Karate is a practice of awareness and self-defense through training in the Art of Karatedo.
Ongoing, Tuesdays and Thursdays , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Mini Music
Mini Music is a music program for babies to pre-schoolers and their parent(s) or caregivers, created and taught by local musician and teacher, Ali Weiss.
Fall Session: 9/19 - 12/5 (No class 9/26 & 11/21), Mondays, Mondays 9:30-10:15
Fall Session: 9/19 - 12/5 (No class 9/26 & 11/21), Mondays, Mondays 10:30 - 11:15
Fall Session: 9/19 - 12/5 (No class 9/26 & 11/21), Wednesdays 9:30-10:15
Fall Session: 9/19 - 12/5 (No class 9/26 & 11/21), Wednesdays 10:30-11:15
Winter Session: 1/9 - 3/12, Mondays 9:30 am to 10:15 am
Spring: 4/2 - 6/11 (no class 5/28), Mondays 10:30 am to 11:15 am
Winter: 1/11 - 3/14, Wednesdays 9:30 am - 10:15 am
Spring: 4/4 - 6/13 (no class 5/16), Wednesdays 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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Modern Dance for Adults
This class is designed for both the returning dance student and the currently training student who wishes to increase strength, flexibility, and range of movement.
Ongoing: Tuesdays , 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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Movement Improvement: The Feldenkrais Method of Awareness Through Movement with Experiential Anatomy & Development Movement
Gentle, enjoyable movement lessons teach efficiency and ease in daily activities, promote rehabilitation and injury prevention and provide useful anatomical information.
Session 1 - Moving through Skeletal & Muscle Systems: 9/8 - 9/29, Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:00 am
Session 2 - Moving through Internal Organ Systems: 10/13 - 11/3, Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:00
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Nia
Ages: Adults
Nia is a dynamic fitness and lifestyle practice combining movements and philosophies from three martial arts (Tai Chi, Tai Kwon Do, & Aikido) three dance arts (Jazz, Modern & Duncan) and three healing arts (Feldenkrais, Alexander technique, and Yoga) to bring the body, mind, emotions, & spirit to wellness. Blending guided choreography & free movement into 60-minute aerobic fitness odysseys.9:15 am - 10:15 a.m. TuesdaysAnnex Main Room$12 drop in/$10 Class Card (5 for $50)For more info: Renee at 888-4430, or www.SebastopolNia.com
Ongoing: Tues, 9:15 - 10:15 am
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Painting with Watercolor and Acrylics
For all levels: Learn color, composition, explore different styles in either medium; develop your unique vision.
Start anytime: Classes are ongoing.
Fee $8/session, payable monthly.
Register with the instructor, Shasha Pepper, in class.
Fall Session: Mondays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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PreBallet
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Ages: 4-5
An introduction to basic ballet in a structured but nurturing environment striking the delicate balance between age appropriate play and technique. Begins with barre work in 1st and 2nd position (plies and grande battement). Learn basic turns and jumps, as well as stretching and tumbling.11:05am - 11:50am, FridaysBolshoi Room, $40/4 wks, $60/6 wksFor more info: Katherine at 694-1957, or lestudiodanse@gmail.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/6 - 1/27,
Session 2: 2/3 - 2/24,
Session 3: 3/2 - 3/30,
Session 4: 4/6 - 5/11,
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Sebastopol Lyme Support Group & Advocacy - Tick Talk Tuesday
Lyme disease is at epidemic levels in Sonoma County. Join us in supporting one another, sharing medical treatment information, diet and lifestyle strategies, as well as raising awareness through education about this often misdiagnosed infection spread by tick bites. Scent free, cell phone free please. For more info contact Linda at 824–8417.
Ongoing: Tuesdays, 3:00-5:00pm
...Learn More about Sebastopol Lyme Support Group & Advocacy - Tick Talk Tuesday
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Self Defense for Women
Ages: Teens (13 +) & Adults
This class is designed to empower women of all ages. Students will learn to understand the criminal mindset, employ situational
awareness & safety tips, utilize anatomy & vital target locations, practice on a life-like training dummy & learn self-defense techniques for use in practical real-life situations. Wear tennis shoes & loose clothing. Bring a purse, umbrella or anything that you would normally carry.
10:30am - 11:45am Saturdays
Annex/Main Room $75/6 classesSession 1: 1/14 – 2/18
For more info: Jeff at 292-8015. Mothers & daughters are encouraged to attend together. Register with SCCC.
1/14 - 2/18, Saturday,
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Senior Tap Dance
Itʼs never too late to start tappinʼ! It is great exercise-- low impact or energetic--thatʼs up to you!
Ongoing - Beginning & Intermediate: Tuesdays, 11:45 - 12:45
Ongoing - Advanced: Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30
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Smiling Tree Kids Yoga
Ages: 4 - 9
Children gain strength, flexibility, coordination, & concentration skills in a playful, non-pressured atmosphere. They’ll have fun learning & practicing classic yoga poses such as downward dog & cobra pose. Activities include interactive stories & discussion about healthy choices. Class will include relaxation exercises and calming techniques.Mondays, Garzot Duffield BldgAges: 4 – 6 2:30pm - 3:15pm $45/4 wksAges: 7 – 9 3:30pm - 4:30pm $48/4 wksFor more info: Gail at gail@smilingtreegail.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/9 - 2/6, Mondays,
Session 2: 2/13 - 3/12, Mondays,
Session 3: 3/19 - 4/9, Mondays,
Session 4: 4/16 - 5/7, Mondays,
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Soccer Instructional Program
Ages 7 - 14
Ian Mork, a scout for US Soccer, is known for his expertise, knowledge, and his natural ability to connect with and gain the respect of youth players. Ian’s focus will be on instruction and scrimmages in ageappropriate groups. This program is not an introductory program. It is intended for motivated players who are passionate about reaching a higher level. Coed.
Mon 1800 Gravenstein Hwy No. $80/7 wks
Ages 7, 8, 9 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Ages 10, 11, 12 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages 13, 14 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Session 1: 1/23 - 3/12 (no class 2/20)
Session 2: 3/26 - 5/14 (no class 4/9)
All classes held at Field and Gym located at TLC Facility across from Andy’s Produce on Highway 116
(1800 Gravenstein Highway North). Register with SCCC.
Winter Session: 1/23 - 3/12 (no class 2/20),
Spring Session: 3/26 - 5/14,
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Spring to Life! Earth Camp Saturdays!
Ages 5 - 12
Get an early start at Earth Camp. Watching Spring come to life will give children more perspective during their summer camp experience. We’ll observe insects, birds, rainfall and water levels of the Laguna. We’ll turn the soil, plant seeds, watch them sprout, craft and climb Grandmother Oak.
12:30pm - 3pm, Saturdays,Laguna Farm, $25 per workshop
Four Saturday Workshops: Apr. 14, 28 and May 12, 25All classes held at Laguna Farm at 1764 Cooper Rd., Sebastopol. Register with Earth Camp.
Spring to Life! is a program of Earth Camp Collective. For more information & to register, call 824-1600, or visit www.earthcamp.org.
Spring Session: April 14 & 28, May 12 & 25, Saturdays, 12:30pm - 3pm
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Storytime
Storytime with the Sebastopol Library will be held at the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center during the months of February, March, & April. Toddler Time & Preschool Storytime includes stories, songs, and fun for children with a caregiver. No registration necessary, just show up ready for fun.
Wednesdays, Bolshoi Room, Free
Toddler Time:
18 mo - 3 yr 10:15 - 11:00am
Preschool Storytime:
3yr - 5yr 11:00 am -11:30am
For more info: Library Services Librarian, Tiffany Bronzan at 823-7691 x6, or tbronzan@sonoma.lib.ca.us
Dates: 2/1 - 4/25,
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Storytime
Storytime with the Sebastopol Library will be held at the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center during the months of February, March, & April. Toddler Time & Preschool Storytime includes stories, songs, and fun for children with a caregiver. No registration necessary, just show up ready for fun.
Wednesdays, Bolshoi Room, Free
Toddler Time:
18 mo - 3 yr 10:15 - 11:00am
Preschool Storytime:
3yr - 5yr 11:00 am -11:30am
For more info: Library Services Librarian, Tiffany Bronzan at 823-7691 x6, or tbronzan@sonoma.lib.ca.us
Dates: 2/1 - 4/25,
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Stretch & Strengthen
Ages: Adults (teens considered by special arrangement)
An incorporation of kinesthetic and pilates strengthening styles along with a yoga based stretching technique. A core and full body exercise and cool down.
7:15pm - 8:15pm Tuesdays
Main Hall
$11 drop in/$40/session
For more info: Nikki at 217-9772, or nstatis17@gmail.com. Register with SCCC.
Session 1: 1/10 - 1/31, Tue, 7:15 - 8:15pm
Session 2: 2/7 - 2/28, Tue, 7:15 - 8:15pm
Session 3: 3/6 - 3/27, Tue, 7:15 - 8:15pm
Session 4: 4/3 - 4/24, Tue, 7:15 - 8:15pm
Session 5: 5/1 - 5/8, Tue, 7:15 - 8:15pm
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Sweat your Prayers
An open dance floor with world-based music, focused within the Rhythms, designed to give you, the dancer, the opportunity to discover and deepen your awareness of your own body and its assorted ways of being.
Ongoing: 3rd Friday of every month, Friday, 7:30 warm-up; intro-8:00-10:00 pm
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Tai Chi and QiGong
Enter into the stream of a 5000-year-old health and wellness practice taught by a master who grew up learning the Ancient ways of Chinese wisdom.
Session 1: Ongoing, Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30
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Take Nami Do Martial Arts For Peace
A national award winning program that deals with an art of self-defense that provides discipline and develops confidence, and can neutralize hostility through alternative, nonviolent and safe means.
Regular Schedule: Ongoing, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:15 - 5:30
Summer Schedule: June 4 - Aug 18, Tuesday and Thursdays 4:15 - 5:30
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Tap & Jazz - Intermediate - Ages 7-12
This class is for students who have taken tap for at least one year of tap. Tap & ballet shoes are provided. Please bring clean socks or tights to wear with tap shoes! Register with instructor. Session lasts 4 weeks.
Session 1: 1/5 - 1/26, Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
Session 2: 2/2 - 2/ 23, Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
Session 4: 4/5 - 6/7, Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
Session 3: 3/1 - 3/22, Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
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Tap For Teens & Adults - Advanced
We work on complicated steps at a fast pace. At least three years of tap experience is required for this class.
Sessions 1
9/8 9/29: Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:25Session 2
10/6 - 10/27: Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:25Session 3
11/3 - 12/8: Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:25
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Tap for Teens and Adults - Intermediate
This class is for students who have taken at least 1 year of tap.
Sessions 1
9/8 - 9/29: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:25 pmSession 2
10/6 - 10/27: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:25 pmSession 3
11/3 - 12/8: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:25 pm
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Tap, Jazz, & Ballet - Beginning I - Ages 5 1/2 - 7
This is a great class to improve coordination and expression through the fun of dancing to their favorite songs. Tap & ballet shoes are provided. Please bring clean socks or tights to wear with tap shoes! Register with instructor. Session lasts 4 weeks.
Session 3: 11/3 - 12/8, Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
Session 1: 1/5 - 1/26, Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
Session 2: 2/2 - 2/23, Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
Session 3: 3/1 - 3/22, Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
Session 4: 4/5 - 6/7, Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
...Learn More about Tap, Jazz, & Ballet - Beginning I - Ages 5 1/2 - 7
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Tap, Jazz, and Ballet - Preschool I - Ages 2-3
This is a wonderful class for children to establish better hand and foot co-ordination while having fun. Tap & ballet shoes are provided. Please bring clean socks or tights to wear with tap shoes! Register with instructor. Session lasts 4 weeks.
Session 1: 1/5 - 1/26, Thursdays, 11:30 am - 12:20 pm
Session 2: 2/2 - 2/23, Thursdays, 11:30 am - 12:20 pm
Session 4: 4/5 - 6/7, Thursdays, 11:30 am - 12:20 pm
Session 3: 3/1 - 3/22, Thursdays, 11:30 am - 12:20 pm
...Learn More about Tap, Jazz, and Ballet - Preschool I - Ages 2-3
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Tap, Jazz, and Ballet - Preschool II - Ages 4-5
This is a great class to improve co-ordination and expression through the fun of dancing to their favorite songs. We also play various percussion instruments to help understand rhythm. Tap & ballet shoes are provided. Please bring clean socks or tights to wear with tap shoes! Register with instructor. Session lasts 4 weeks.
Session 1: 1/5 - 1/26, Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
Session 2: 2/2 - 2/23, Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
Session 3: 3/1 - 3/22, Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
Session 4: 4/5 - 6/7, Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
...Learn More about Tap, Jazz, and Ballet - Preschool II - Ages 4-5
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Theraputic Yoga
Every session is uniquely created to the needs/desires of the participants. Appropriate modifications are offered to accomodate injuries and limitations. Breath development, chanting, and meditation are integrated into the practices.
Ongoing: Fridays, 10:30-noon
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Tiny Tots Preschool
Tiny Tots, a small preschool environment provides three to five year old children a developmental approach to early childhood education, where the need for both order and freedom are recognized.
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Tumble Tots Gymnastics
Children have fun learning basic tumbling, vaulting, bar and beam skills for creating a strong foundation for gymnastics. For preschoolers thru kindergarten.
Session 3: 11/18 - 12/16 (no class 11/25), Fridays, 2:45 pm- 3:30 pm
Friday Class - Session 1: 1/20 - 2/10, 2:45 - 3:30 pm
Friday Class - Session 2: 2/24 - 3/30 (no class 3/23), 2:45 - 3:30 pm
Friday Class - Session 3: 4/20 - 5/11, 2:45 - 3:30 pm
Wednesday Class - Session 1: 1/18 - 2/8, 2:00 - 2:45 pm
Wednesday Class - Session 2: 2/22 - 3/28 (no class 3/21), 2:00 - 2:45 pm
Wednesday Class - Session 3: 4/18 - 5/9, 2:00 - 2:45
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Watercolor Painting
Open to students of all levels. Explore the basics techniques of watercolor including exciting color combinations, glazing, flowing washes, texture and composition. Then move to more advanced experimental uses of this versatile medium. Demonstrations and plenty of personal attention.
$10 drop-in fee, $8/class paid monthly
Register with instructor in class.
Ongoing: Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30
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Weight Watchers
Weight loss support and inspiration.
Ongoing: Mondays, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ongoing: Thursdays, 9am-10am
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Yoga For Lifeʼs Sake
This gentle yoga will improve your health, assisting your body to strengthen and to become more flexible for beginning and intermediate students for adults over 40.
Ongoing: Saturdays, 9 am - 10 am
Ongoing: Wednesdays, 5:45-6:445pm
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Yoga Heart
Increase awareness, well being and lessen pain and stress. Improve capacity of breath and range of motion. Develop flexibility with strength together in mind and body. Individual appropriate adaptations.
Ongoing: Mondays, 10:30 to Noon
Ongoing: Tuesdays, 6 pm - 7:30 pm
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Your Story, Your Voice
Discover the transformative power of telling your personal story against a backdrop of your family photos. Together, in three 2 1/2 hour sessions you will create a 3 - 5 minute video, with photos and your own voice telling one of your personal stories.
1st Class Meeting: March 7, Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00
2nd Class Meeting: March 14, Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00
3rd Class Meeting: March 21, Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00
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Zumba
Ages: Teens & AdultsCome dance to captivating Latin and International beats! All levels are welcome! Enjoy this perfect combination of dance and fi tness moves that draw from merengue, hip-hop, salsa, swing, Bollywood, cumbia, country, reggaeton, to name a few. Zumba instructors Dusty Quattrocchi and Zeena Quinn bring a wealth of experience to help you achieve your health goals while having fun! Wear comfortable clothes and workout shoes. Begins Jan 2.
Main Hall, $10/ class, $80/10 classes
Mon at 7:15 pm with Dusty Quattrocchi
Wed at 7:15 pm with Zeena QuinnJanuary Discount Deal: All Zumba classes are $5 each, for the entire month of
January! Don’t wait, work off that holiday excess NOW!To learn more about Zeena, visit www.zeenaquinn.com.
To learn more about Dusty, visit www.zumbawithdusty.com
More info: Zeena at zeena4zumba@gmail.com, or Dusty at quattrocchid@gmail.com. Register with SCCC.
Ongoing: M & W, 7:15 - 8:15
