Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes

Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes
Summer 2010

Come join us as we explore the Performing & Literary Arts. The classes below provide a great opportunity to gather with friends, take a break from life, and let it all out. Adult classes and workshops are open to students age 16 and above.

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TURNING LIFE INTO FICTION (OR NOT)

DATES: June 1-July 13 (7 weeks)
TIME: Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm (final class will be 6:30-9:30)
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Weldon
COST: $85 ($75 if registered before May 15)

This course will explore ways to mine your own experience, memories, observations, and emotions for the material of fiction and creative nonfiction. We’ll engage the basic elements of working in these genres (sensory detail, plot, dialogue, character, conflict, place) and explore the line between fiction and memoir in a series of readings, in-class exercises, and friendly small-group discussions. Ultimately, we will craft our own short stories or creative nonfiction essays, workshop them in our friendly small-group setting, and read them aloud on the final night of the course.

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A SUMMER OF WRITING: Advanced Nonfiction/Fiction Workshop (II)

DATES: June 2-July 14 (7 weeks)
TIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm (final class will be 6:30-9:30)
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Weldon
COST: $85 ($75 if registered before May 15)

This course is designed for alumni of ArtHaus writing courses who are ready to take their work to the next level. We’ll combine some reading and discussion with in-class and take-home exercises, but the focus will be on producing and refining your own short fiction or creative nonfiction in a fun, supportive environment, and on continuing to make writing a part of your everyday life. Prerequisite: previous ArtHaus writing course, or instructor’s consent.

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PILATES

DATES: June 2-July 14 (6 weeks, no class June 23)
TIME: Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
INSTRUCTOR: Karen Berland
COST: $55 (ask about the discount for returning students!)
LOCATION: Eclips Salon (303 W. Water St.)

Pilates floor exercises concentrate on development of core strength, flexibility, and mind-body awareness. Pilates practitioners report that their bodies become stronger, longer, leaner, and more able to move through their daily lives with grace and ease. Bring your own mat and see for yourself! Karen is an SCW Certified Pilates instructor.

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SALSA & MERENGUE

DATES: June 3-July 8 (6 weeks)
TIME: Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Marie & Ari Maguina
COST: $50
LOCATION: Elks Lodge (402 W. Main)

Dance your way into a new culture this summer! Learn the basic steps of Salsa and Merengue then, when you’re ready, try it with a partner! Break from routine, learn something new, get fit, and have fun with these joyful dance styles. This class is designed for anyone; beginners welcome. No need to sign up with a partner! Marie and Ari will guide your way.

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SWING INTO SUMMER

DATES: June 9-June 23 (3 weeks)
TIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Alan Hockersmith
COST: $60/couple
LOCATION: Elks Lodge (402 W. Main)

Jump blues, country swing, big band, and old time rock and roll are all on the jukebox for this fun filled three-week course. Start with basic Swing, move to the Waltz, and finish with the Two Step in this trio of two-hour workshops. Whether you’re trying out your moves for the first time, or are coming back for a brush-up, you’ll find Alan an inspiring and encouraging instructor. Couples recommended, but if you’re flying solo let us know and we’ll put you on the singles list.

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