May 2013 Events & Programs
Programs
CONTINUING BALLROOM
Date: Wednesdays, Session I: May 1 to May 29
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $50
Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
A continuation of Intermediate Ballroom. Add steps and style to the dances, while learning additional dances such as the cha-cha and tango. Couples and singles welcome. For information, call 978-655-4368. Instructor: Bonnie Peruffo.
GENTLE YOGA
Dates: Wednesdays, Session I: May 1 to June 5
Time: 5 to 5:45 p.m.
Fee: $35 for 6 week sessions (I, II); $25 for 4 week sessions (III)
Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
A gentle class where students are free to work at their own level. We?ll stretch, strengthen, work on balance, and enjoy.
For information, call 978-655-4368. Instructor: Bonnie Peruffo.
WEDDING PREP DANCING
Date: Wednesdays, May 1 to June 5
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $35
Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
A four week beginner’s class to help you look good on the dance floor at weddings or functions. We’ll learn the waltz, swing, and rumba. Couples and singles welcome. For information, call 978-655-4368. Instructor: Bonnie Peruffo.
CREATIVE DRAMA FOR LITTLE TYKES - NEW
Ages 5-8
Dates: Thursday, May 2 to June 13
Time: 6-7pm
Fee: $35
Location: Salem Senior Center
Min. 5 Max 25
Join us for an introduction to theater games, mime, puppetry and improvisation, in a class, designed just for you! Be sure to bring along your laughter, imagination and creativity for this special opportunity to have tons of fun and meet new friends. Invite everyone you know to a special presentation in the final class. The magic of theater is waiting for you! Instructor: Mary Valentine King
CONVERSATION ITALITAN (EXPERIENCED)
Time: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesdays (8 classes per session) Session I: May 7 to June 25
Fee: $90, plus book (approx. $15)
Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad Street
Learn this beautiful language with a native speaker, who will teach you practical, everyday Italian and give you insight on how to discover the real Italy while safely traveling around it. Classes will focus on conversational modern Italian that people will actually understand and that you'll have fun speaking. You will also learn grammar, engage in role-playing, read and play Italian games.
BEGINNING FRENCH FOR KIDS - NEW
Date: Tuesdays May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4
Time: 5 to 6 pm
Age: 7-12
Fee: $25
Place: Salem Senior Center
Learn the basics of French language and culture in this five-week class for kids aged 7-12. Learn how to introduce yourself, greet people, describe your likes and dislikes, and ask and answer simple questions. We will also explore different French-speaking cultures. For kids with little or no previous exposure to French. Min/Max # of Participants: 5/15
ACTING FOR YOUNGSTARS!
Age: Grades 1-5
Session V: May 9 to June 13
Time: 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $65
Place: Witchcraft Heights Elementary School Acting for
YoungSTARS! explores the techniques required to perform a character onstage in front of an audience, increase speaking skills and build overall confidence and creativity. This is done through a series of theater games and culminates in a last day showcase in front of an audience of family and friends. Class size limited to 12 students. Instructor: Jape Payette, JapeScape Productions, www.japescape.com.
GETTING PAID TO TALK: MAKING MONEY WITH YOUR VOICE
Age: 18+
Date: Thursday, May. 16th
Time: 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Fee: $20
Place: Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
In this introductory class on voice overs, we’ll explore numerous aspects of voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries, and the internet in the North Shore area. We’ll cover the basics, including how to prepare the all-important demo and how to be successful and earn a great income in this exciting field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our Voicecoaches.com producer! This class is informative, lots of fun, and a great first step for anyone interested in voice acting professionally.
ROCK CLIMBING @ BROOKSBY FARM
Age: 10+
Date: Mondays, May 13 and 20
Time: 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Fee: $35 per day
Place: Brooksby Farm in Peabody
This program does not include transportation; however, it includes professional instruction and all necessary gear. Instructor: Randy Weld
REIKI TRAINING
Date: Tuesday, May 14, and Thursday, May 16
Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Fee: $100
Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
Reiki is a method of hands-on healing developed in Japan. Energy flows through the hand of the practitioner into the person, animal or plant being treated, enhancing the natural healing processes in the body. Participants will learn the foundations of Usui Reiki, how to use Reiki energy to heal, and receive the Reiki First Degree attunement which will open your chakras to Reiki energy. You will also receive a training manual. Earn a certificate as a Reiki Level I Practitioner and be qualified to perform Reiki on yourself and others. Instructor: Elaine M. Tavis, RMT, and Nicol A. Jackson, RMT
EVENING YOGA FOR STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY (Session II)
Age: 16 and older
Dates: Session II: May 14 to June 18;
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $45 or $9 drop-in fee
Place: Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
Participants will be introduced to Rasamaya yoga, which features smooth, flowing transitions. This class will include movements and postures that stretch and strengthen feet, Achilles tendons, hamstrings, glutes, back, and upper body, and open the hips. Exercises complement serious running or other aerobic exercise programs and help avoid injuries. Each class includes Sun Salutations, postures to strengthen the entire body, and core work. These allow participants to develop muscle strength without a formal weightlifting program. The small group setting allows for individual attention. Bring your own mat and dress in comfortable clothes. Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. Instructor: Mark Taylor, of the Rasamaya Movement Center in Dover, NH and Newburyport, MA.
8 WEEK SPRING RUNNING CLINIC: SESSION II
ge: 13+
Place: Bertram Field
Date: Thursdays, May 23 to July 11
Time: 6:30 p.m. Fee: $75, $65 for Wicked Running Club members
Athletes joining these clinics will receive a customized training program and access to Toomey Sports Running Center’s online training program and running log at no extra charge. The athletes will receive daily emails outlining the scheduled workouts for the day. These clinics are for athletes of all ability levels and ages, from beginners to experienced recreational athletes to world-class runners.
Unless instructed otherwise, you can register online by visiting www.salem.com. Click on “Online Recreation Program Registration” under the “Residents” heading.
For a full list of programs, please view the Recreation/COA Calendar, found at www.salem.com.
Please contact the department with questions at 978-744-0180.
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