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JANUARY/APRIL2013<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong>, Inc.<strong>Winter</strong> <strong>Course</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>What will you bedoing this winter?Scuba Lesssonson page 28Over 70 NewClasses OfferedThis Year!1www.gvrec.orgRegistrationbegins MondayDecember 10DREAM!DISCOVER!PLAY!


<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong>, Inc.Welcome!Board of DirectorsRose Theisen - PresidentJoyce Finkelstein - Vice PresidentLinda Sparks - SecretaryJoyce Bulau - Asst. SecretaryTBD - TreasurerTBD - Asst. TreasurerChuck CanoJerry BelenkerRuss CarpenterMark HaskoeJim BurtExecuve DirectorLanny SloanRecreaon StaffKim SteinhilbMember Services ManagerInstruconal <strong>Course</strong>sCarolyn HuppRecreaon Supervisor<strong>Catalog</strong> design by:Shelly JacksonPublic Relaons Representave<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Recreaon, Inc.P.O. Box 586<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong>, AZ 85614(520) 625-3440www.gvrec.orgOn behalf of the <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong> Board of Directors, Staff andmany, many volunteers, I am excited and happy to present the 2013 <strong>Winter</strong>Class <strong>Catalog</strong>.Once more, <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong> (GVR) is providing one of the finestinstructional class offerings in Southern Arizona. GVR is also offering,trips, tours, and numerous special interest classes that will provideattendees with educational experiences, excitement and sometimes justplain fun. This year we are offering courses in so many areas, includingarts and crafts, cards, games, ceramics, clay, food and beverage, dance,health and fitness, lapidary, painting, drawing; and the list goes on and on.We have over 70 new classes offered for the <strong>Winter</strong> 2013 Session in avariety of subjects. Some of the new classes are “Braid a Beaded Bracelet,”“ Kumihimo with Center Core Necklace,” “Polymer Clay Earth Goddess,”“Fun Building with Clay,” “Just Dance,” “Mini Micro Meals - Cooking forOne or Two,” “Around the World in One Hundred and Twenty Minutes,”“Wines of Europe,” “Don't Worry, Be Happy! The Power of OurThoughts,” “Tension/Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE),” “Jazzercise,”“Zumba Basic,” “Nature's Bounty: A Creative Writing Workshop” and“Southern Arizona Trees.”This catalog lists all the classes, registration instructions, location, timesand other valuable information. Classes are very popular, and some fillvery quickly. The first day of registration is December 10, 2012 andcan be completed several ways. Registrations may be made on-line, inperson at one of the major social center offices, by mail or by telephone.However, mail and telephone registrations are not accepted until after thefirst day of class registration.We also are pleased to let everyone know, that you do not need to be amember to attend classes. Those who are not members are welcome toattend classes! Registration costs for non-members are slightly higher thanthat for members, but everyone is invited to take part in GVR’s classes andenjoy the experience.<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong> also offers many other programs. Informationon these programs is contained in the latest copy of Keeping Current,which is published monthly and is available at all centers, as well as beingavailable on GVR’s website, www.gvrec.org. We have many programs,including concerts, free movies, lectures, special events and activitiesthat offer a variety of entertainment and fun. Please join us, and yourneighbors, at these events.The staff and volunteers at GVR continually strive to provide the best ineducation, entertainment and experiences for our members. We feel wehave put together a schedule of opportunities for members that will allowthem to learn, experience, enjoy and treasure.In <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong>, we feel we all should “Dream! Discover! Play!”Lanny SloanExecutive Director<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong>Our Mission: "To provide recreaonal, social and leisure educaonopportunies that enhance the quality of our members lives'".


Table of ContentsClass Withdrawal and Refund Procedures ................. 9Drop-in Policy .............................................................. 24Facility Abbreviations .................................................. 8Facility Map ................................................................. 57Major Social Center Office Hours............................... 7Non-member Policy ...................................................... 9Registration Procedures ............................................... 8Refund Policy for Tours ............................................... 9Arts& Crafts ................................................................. 102 Classes in 1 - Bead Pendant and Spiral Necklace ..... 11Advanced Loom Bracelet .............................................. 10Basic Loom Bracelet ..................................................... 10Basic Loom Techniques ................................................. 10Basic Peyote Bracelet with Triangle Beads .................. 11Bead Links Necklace with Chain .................................. 11Bezeled Cabochon with Bead Ruffl e ............................. 11Blake Higgins Fabric Painting ..................................... 12Braid a Beaded Bracelet ............................................... 12Captured Multi-strand Bead Necklace ......................... 12Ceramic Fun! ................................................................ 13Create a Spirit Doll ....................................................... 13Creative Bead Workshop ............................................... 10Desert Magic T-Shirts ................................................... 13Embellished Cube Bracelet ........................................... 11Freeform Beaded Wire Pendant .................................... 12Fun Chimes ................................................................... 13Gourd Art Fundamentals .............................................. 13Intermediate Loom Bracelet ......................................... 10It’s Just Paint: Classic - Tuscan - Metallics .................. 13It’s Just Paint: Suede - Rustic - Modern ....................... 14Kumihimo Bracelet Accented with Beads ..................... 12Kumihimo Bracelet Covered with Beads ...................... 12Kumihimo with Center Core Necklace .......................... 12Polymer Clay Cane Making Class ................................ 14Polymer Clay Earth Goddess ........................................ 14Polymer Clay - Introduction ......................................... 14Polymer Clay - Necklace and Earring Set .................... 14Punch Needle Rug Hooking .......................................... 13Rubberstamptastic 1 - Double Tea Bag Holder and Card 15Rubberstamptastic 2 - Free StandingPop-Up Card ................................................................. 15Rubberstamptastic 3 - Magic Card ............................... 15Rubberstamptastic 4 - Box Corner Card ...................... 15Rubberstamptastic 5 - Flap Fold and Flip Tag Cards .. 15Secrets of Painting on Glass ......................................... 15Secrets of Wine Glass Painting ..................................... 16Segmented Peyote Weave Bracelet ............................... 11Stringing with Peyote .................................................... 11Techniques in Beadstringing ......................................... 10Techniques in Bead Weaving ......................................... 11Twining .......................................................................... 15Twisted Necklace with Beads and Chain ...................... 12Wild Women ................................................................... 14Wire Working with Beads .............................................. 10Cards & Games ............................................................ 16Advanced Euchre .......................................................... 16Basic Texas Hold ‘Em................................................... 16Beginning Bridge .......................................................... 16Beginning Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg ...................... 17Bridge II ........................................................................ 16Bridge III ....................................................................... 16Chess for Intermediate Level Players ........................... 16Chess - Learn How to Play ........................................... 16Do Sudoku ..................................................................... 17End Game Knowledge for the Advanced Chess Player 17Euchre - Beginning to Intermediate .............................. 16Mah Jongg for Beginners - National ............................ 17Roulette - Overcome the Odds ...................................... 17Ceramics ....................................................................... 17Ceramics, Beginning ..................................................... 17Clay & Sculpture .......................................................... 17Abstract Cue from Picasso ............................................ 18Fun Building with Clay ................................................. 18Hand Building for Beginners ........................................ 18Hand Building Large Vessels without a Mold ............... 18Introduction to the Clay Studio ..................................... 17Multi-Necked/Opening Vessels ...................................... 18Multi-Sided Boxes ......................................................... 18Sculpting the Human Head ........................................... 18Sculpture - Beginning to Classic ................................... 19Storyteller ...................................................................... 19Throwing: Making Bigger Pots from Little Ones.......... 18Wheel 101 ...................................................................... 19Wheel 102 ...................................................................... 19Wheel Review and Beyond ............................................ 19Register online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 3


Dance Lessons .............................................................. 19American Step Dance, Beginning Clogging ................... 19American Step Dance, Intermediate I Clogging .................... 19American Step Dance, Intermediate II Clogging ................... 20Argentine Tango - Beginning ........................................ 20Beginner/Advanced Beginner Tap ................................ 21Beginning Single Step Swing ........................................ 20Broadway Jazz .............................................................. 21Broadway Tap ............................................................... 21Country Western Dance - Beginning ............................ 20Country Western Dance - Intermediate ........................ 20Folk Dance .................................................................... 20Just Dance .................................................................... 21Latin Dance - Beginning ............................................... 20Line Dance for Dummies .............................................. 20Line Dance Just for Fun ............................................... 20Line Dancing 1 .............................................................. 20Line Dancing 2 .............................................................. 21Modern Square Dancing .............................................. 21More Line Dance for Dummies ..................................... 20Tap Intermediate/Advanced - Showgirls ....................... 21Tap Technique - Advanced/Intermediate ....................... 21Yes Virginia, Ballet is for Seniors! ................................ 21Food and Beverage ...................................................... 22Around the World in One Hundred andTwenty Minutes ............................................................. 23Champagne Meal on a Beer Budget ............................. 22Down Under ................................................................. 23Festive Jewish Baking ................................................... 22Festive Jewish Cooking ................................................. 22Keeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave - Part I Breakfast 22Keeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave - Part IIFruits and Vegetables .................................................... 22Keeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave - Part IIISoups and Sides............................................................. 22Keeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave - Puttingit All Together ................................................................ 22Mini Micro Meals - Cooking for One or Two ......................... 22New Wines ..................................................................... 23Northwest Wines............................................................ 24Pork and Shrimp Noodle Bowl ..................................... 23Que Syrah ...................................................................... 23Recession Reds and Whites ........................................... 23Thai Chicken Curry ....................................................... 23Wine Appreciation ......................................................... 23Wines of Europe ............................................................ 24Wines of South America ................................................ 23Health & Fitness .......................................................... 24Arthritis Aqua Fitness ................................................... 24A - Z Stretching ............................................................. 24Balance and Posture ..................................................... 24BodyQuest Pilates Foam Roller Class .......................... 30BodyQuest Pilates Magic Circle ................................... 29Brain Aerobics Plus ...................................................... 25Chair Yoga .................................................................... 31Crystals for Health ........................................................ 25Develop a Consistent Serve and Simple Return ................... 26Don’t Worry, Be Happy! The Power of Our Thoughts .. 25Exercise - Fun and Fitness ............................................ 25Fun Aerobics and More! ............................................... 26Hatha Yoga Saguaro - Level I ....................................... 32Hatha Yoga Saguaro - Level II ...................................... 32Hoop Dance .................................................................. 26Improve Your Strokes .................................................... 28Improve Your Tennis - 3 Day Workshop ........................ 26Intermediate Full Swing Golf Class .............................. 27Intermediate Short Game Golf Class ............................ 27Introduction to Hatha Yoga Saguaro ............................ 32Introduction to Pickleball 101 ...................................... 26Introduction to the Full Golf Swing .............................. 27Introduction to the Short Game of Golf ........................ 26Jazzercise® ................................................................... 26Learn Relaxation - Meditation in One Day! ................... 27Learn to Swim ............................................................... 28Massage for Couples..................................................... 27Meditation Basics .......................................................... 27Meditation for Everyone ............................................... 27Multilevel Gentle Yoga .................................................. 30Navigating the Medical Care Maze - Own Your Health 25Open Water Scuba <strong>Course</strong> ............................................ 29Pilates, Beginner Level Mat .......................................... 29Pilates for Healthy Back and Joints .............................. 29Pilates, Intermediate Level Mat .................................... 29Pilates with the Resista Band ........................................ 29Posture Fitness .............................................................. 28Put Your Feet First! ...................................................... 28Snorkeling Class ........................................................... 284 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Spring Desert Plant Salves, Tinctures and Teas ........... 25Step/Floor Aerobics - Beginning ................................... 30Step Intervals Plus - Intermediate ................................. 30Stop Dying, Start Living ................................................ 25Stretching/Conditioning and Body Alignment ..................... 24Swimming for Fitness .................................................... 28Tai Chi Wu Style - Beginning ........................................ 30Tai Chi Wu Style - Continuing ....................................... 30Tension/Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE)......................... 25Try Scuba Experience ................................................... 28Yogacize ........................................................................ 33Yoga Flow - Level II ...................................................... 30Yoga for Arthritis........................................................... 31Yoga for Back Care ....................................................... 31Yoga for Beginners ........................................................ 31Yoga I ............................................................................ 32Yoga II ........................................................................... 32Yoga - Level I/II ............................................................. 31Yoga - Meditation Workshop ......................................... 33Yoga - To Restore and Relieve Stress ............................ 31Zumba® Basic .............................................................. 33Zumba® Gold ............................................................... 33Zumba® Gold with Toning - Rebecca ........................... 33Language Arts and Writing ............................................ 33Amuse Your Muse with Poetry ...................................... 33Anyone Can Have Fun Writing ..................................... 36Basic Sign Language ..................................................... 33Conversational Sign Language ..................................... 34Creating an Illustrated Journal .................................... 37Elements of a Good Story ............................................. 37Español Practico I ........................................................ 36Español Practico II ....................................................... 36French Conversation ..................................................... 34French I ......................................................................... 34French II ....................................................................... 34Introduction to German ................................................ 34Italian - Conversation ................................................... 34Italian I .......................................................................... 34Italian II - Part A .......................................................... 34Italian II - Part B .......................................................... 34MAS (More) Sounds of Spanish .................................... 35Nature’s Bounty: A Creative Writing Workshop ............ 37Publish Your Book and Papers for Free atAmazon Kindle .............................................................. 37Spanish - Advanced I..................................................... 36Spanish - Advanced II ................................................... 36Spanish - Advanced III .................................................. 36Spanish - Advanced IV .................................................. 36Spanish - Advanced V ................................................... 36Spanish - Basics ............................................................ 35Spanish - Elementary I .................................................. 35Spanish - Elementary II ................................................ 35Spanish - Elementary III ............................................... 35Spanish - Elementary IV ............................................... 35Spanish - Elementary V ................................................. 35Spanish - Intermediate I ................................................ 35Spanish - Intermediate II .............................................. 35Spanish - Intermediate III ............................................. 36Spanish - Intermediate IV ............................................. 36The Sounds of Spanish .................................................. 35Write from the Heart ..................................................... 37Write from the Heart - Part II ....................................... 37Write from the Heart - Part III ...................................... 37Write Your Life .............................................................. 37Lapidary ........................................................................ 38Beginning Chain Making .............................................. 38Introduction to Fusing Dichroic Jewelry ...................... 39Kumihimo ...................................................................... 38Lapidary Class .............................................................. 38Metal Forming: Introduction ........................................ 38Silversmithing ............................................................... 38Silversmithing, Precious Metal Clay (PMC).................. 38Music Lessons .............................................................. 39Beginning Folk Guitar I ................................................ 39Beginning Folk Guitar II .............................................. 39Beginning Piano ............................................................ 39Drum for Fun! ............................................................... 39Folk Guitar: Beginning Fingerpicking ......................... 39Folk Guitar: Music Theory ........................................... 39How to Play Guitar by Ear ........................................... 40How to Play Piano by Ear ............................................ 40Instant Guitar For Hopelessly Busy People ................. 40Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People .................... 40Singing is Fun ............................................................... 39Register online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 5


Painting & Drawing ..................................................... 40Combining Pen and Ink with Watercolor ...................... 41Creative Doodling ......................................................... 40Creative Mandalas ........................................................ 40Designing for Success ................................................... 41Drawing for Fun ........................................................... 41Drawing for Fun - Advanced ........................................ 41Drawing Out of Your Mind ........................................... 41Drawing Portraits in Graphite ..................................... 41Exploring Acrylics......................................................... 42Fun with Watercolor ..................................................... 43Fun with Watermedia/Watercolor I ............................... 43Fun with Watermedia/Watercolor II .............................. 43Intermediate Watercolor I ............................................. 44Intermediate Watercolor II ............................................ 44Introduction to Acrylic Painting ................................... 42More Wonderful Watercolor .......................................... 44Nature Journaling ......................................................... 41Oil Painting for Fun...................................................... 42Oil Painting - Local Color - Landscape/Still Life ................. 42Oil Painting with the Painter’s Eye -Landscape/Seascape ..................................................... 42Oil Painting with the Painter’s Eye - Portrait/Figures . 42Pastel Class ................................................................... 42Portrait Class in Pastel ................................................. 42Scripting with Design .................................................... 41Sketching for Beginners ................................................ 41Studio Art - Multiple Mediums ...................................... 43Texture and Surface Workshop ...................................... 43Watercolor Basics for the Timid and Terrifi ed .............. 43Watercolor for Beginners .............................................. 43Watercolor - Intermediate ............................................. 43Wax Painting Magic ...................................................... 44Special Interest ............................................................. 44AARP Driver Safety Program ....................................... 44Advanced Communication Skills ................................... 46American Art ... Past and Present ................................. 44American Country Music .............................................. 44Apps and Tricks for Your iPAD ..................................... 51Arizona’s Amphibians ................................................... 48Astronomy - Where are the Bright Stars and Planets? . 47Beginning Birdwatching ............................................... 45Can You Understand Me Now? ..................................... 46Caring for your Desert Landscaping ............................ 45Communication for Couples ......................................... 46Company Coming?........................................................ 45Computer Communications .......................................... 51Downsizing and Decluttering ....................................... 45eBay 101: Sell Your Stuff Online at eBay andOther Sites ..................................................................... 50Exodus for Agnostics (and Other Free-thinkers) ................... 46Facebook Made Simple ................................................. 50French Women Studies II .............................................. 45Genealogy Basics .......................................................... 45Genesis for Atheists (and Other Free-thinkers) ............ 46Google’s Picasa............................................................. 50How to Organize and Preserve Your Family History ... 45Important Computer Tips for EVERYONE ................... 50Keeping Up With The News .......................................... 46Land Birds ..................................................................... 48Language of the Land: Introduction to Animal Tracksand Signs ....................................................................... 49Lizards, Lizards, Lizards ............................................... 49Low Stress Investing ...................................................... 46Mark Twain’s Women: The Young, The Old andThe Scandalous ............................................................. 44Matinee Movies ............................................................. 47Music from the Great Depression ................................. 45Navigating Through Stormy Seas: Preparing for the Loss ofa Loved One .................................................................. 47Photo Management ....................................................... 50Ripping Music on Your Computer ................................. 51Sensational Serpents of Southern Arizona .................... 49Shakespeare II: Beginning and Ending ........................ 47Shakespeare III: Two of the Big Ones ........................... 47Shakespeare I: Two Pairs of Lovers .............................. 47Shakespeare IV: The Biggest One of All ....................... 47Shorebirds ..................................................................... 48Songbirds Part 1: Flycatchers to Kinglets .................... 48Songbirds Part 2: Thrushes to Tanagers ...................... 48Songbirds Part 3: Sparrows to Goldfinches ................... 48Southern Arizona Trees ................................................. 49The Best in Contemporary Fiction - I ........................... 48The Madcap Lama of the Himalayas ............................ 48The Other Wildlife: Sky Islands Invertebrates .............. 49The Reinvention Workshop ............................................ 47Things That Make You Go Ouch! .................................. 48What’s on the Box? ........................................................ 50Wildfl owers of Southern Arizona .................................. 496 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


<strong>Winter</strong> Wild Edible and Useful Plants of theSky Islands .................................................................... 50Wooing in the Wild: Sexual Strategies and Exploits ofWildlife and Plants ........................................................ 49Trips & Tours ............................................................... 51Arizona Diamondbacks Spring Training Baseball Tour 52Barleen’s Arizona Opry Tour ........................................ 52Canyon Lake Boat Tour on the Apache Trail ................ 51Chiricahua National Monument Tour ........................... 52Musical Instrument Museum and Frank Lloyd Wright’sTaliesin West Tour ......................................................... 51Ramsey Canyon and Sonoita Vineyards Tour ............... 53Tucson Rodeo and Parade Tour .................................... 52World Championship Hoop Dance Contest and PuebloGrande Museum Tour ................................................... 52What's Happening This <strong>Winter</strong> ................................... 53Concerts ....................................................................... 53Lectures ......................................................................... 54Movies ........................................................................... 54Special Events ............................................................... 54Notes ............................................................................. 57Calendar - 4 month ...................................................... 58Facility Map ................................................................. 59GVR Professional Services .......................................... 58<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Senior GamesRegistration for the 2013 <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> SeniorGames begins on January 2nd. Our games, whichtake place during the month of March, are opento the public with over 20 events for senior ages50 and older. Applications will be available at allGVR recreation centers and online at www.gvrec.org, follow the sports link. The deadline to registeris February 14th.<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> SeniorGames 2013 T-Shirtdesign winnerHam BoyntonMajor Social CenterOffice HoursThe following major social center offices are open Mondaythrough Friday from 8am to 4pm. Members may purchaseckets, register for programs, or obtain guest or tenant cardsat any of these offices. You may want to keep the followingschedule handy for easy reference.Canoa Hills Social Center – 625-62003660 S. Camino del Sol(Closed 11:30am to 12:30pm)Las Campanas Recreaon Center – 648-7669565 W. Belltower Drive –(Closed 11:30am to 12:30pm)(Open weekends and holidays from 10am to 2pm)East Social Center – 625-46417 South Abrego Drive(Closed 12:30pm to 1:30pm)West Social Center – 625-02881111 S. Via Arcoiris –(Closed 11:30am - 12:30pm)The following major social center offices are open Mondaythrough Friday. Office hours are from 8am to 1pm. Membersmay purchase ckets, register for programs, or obtain guest ortenant cards at any of these offices.Desert Hills Social Center – 625-52212980 S. Camino del SolSanta Rita Springs – 393-0360921 W. Via Rio FuerteRemember, Las Campanas is also open on weekends andholidays from 10am-2pm. Now you can register for classes orpurchase ckets seven days a week.Please note: The Member Services Center, located at 1070 Callede las Casitas, is open from 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday.If you would like to obtain a membership card or if you have anyquesons regarding your dues, please contact our office at (520)625-3440 extension 7220.Looking for something new?This symbol idenfies the latest addions to our <strong>Winter</strong><strong>Catalog</strong> selecon. We are pleased to be offering a variety ofnew classes, as well as connuing favorites. Remember, membersmay now register online. Please visit us at www.gvrec.org.Register online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 7


Arts& CraftsTechniques in BeadstringingThe classes offered are in a series of three. Techniques is thefirst. Learn to knot between beads, simple stringing and mulstrands.Learn when to use silk or nylon threads, wire or chain,depending on the type of beads. Learn to make durable, longlasngand marketable jewelry. It is highly recommended thatmembers take the Beadworking Classes in sequence. You do notcomplete anything in this class except knowledge to completeprojects on your own. Take all three classes in the series and youwill be able to create a variety of beauful jewelry. Bring a lunchor snack, shoe box lid and note pad.Instructor: Shannon HaggertyFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26971 1/10 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26972 2/21 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26973 3/14 Th 10AM-2PM MV-RECWire Working with BeadsThis is the second class in the bead series. Learn the art of wirewrapping with beads to create earrings, necklaces, bracelets andanklets. Create your own clasps, Rosaries, eye glass chains andmuch more (this is not a stone-wrapping class). We recommendtaking the Beadworking Classes in sequence. Creave BeadWorkshop follows this class. Bring a lunch or snack, shoe box lidand note pad. Call instructor for more informaon and supply listPRIOR TO CLASS: 323-7978.Instructor: Shannon HaggertyFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26975 1/17 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26976 2/28 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26977 3/21 Th 10AM-2PM MV-RECCreave Bead WorkshopThis is the third class in the series. In this class, you can use theknowledge you gained in the basic and wire wrapping coursesto work on and complete your more difficult projects withinstructor assistance. Call instructor PRIOR TO CLASS for moreinformaon and a supply list: 323-7978. Bring a lunch or snack.Supply list depends on desired projects. It is recommended, butnot a prerequisite, to take the Beadworking Classes in sequence.Instructor: Shannon HaggertyFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26979 1/24 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26980 3/7 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26981 3/28 Th 10AM-2PM MV-REC26982 4/4 Th 10AM-2PM MV-RECBasic Loom TechniquesLearn how to load and unload the loom using different threadcounts and how to aach your needled thread to the loom. You willstart a base bead weave and basic loop paern. Other ps and loomknowledge will be presented. This class is needed for Intermediateand Advanced loom classes if you have no prior knowledge workingon a loom. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Material fee of $20paid to instructor at class. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27284 1/12 Sa 10:30AM-2:30PM LC-ACAC27295 2/7 Th 10:30AM-2:30PM EC-LNGEBasic Loom BraceletThis first loom bracelet will be mulcolored with a variety ofbeads in each loop. You need to have loom experience or havetaken Basic Loom Techniques class. This paern is a regimentedvariaon that gives a beauful full look to your bracelet! Closureis provided. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Call instructor at780-6733 for e-mail photo. Material fee of $23 paid to instructorat class. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27296 2/14 Th 10:30AM-2:30PM EC-LNGEIntermediate Loom BraceletThis is the second loom class. You need to have loom experienceor have taken Basic Loom Techniques class. You will learn adifferent style of loom work that incorporates traveling stchwork. A variety of colors and beads will be used includingcrystals. A closure is included. This project may require minimalfinishing work at home. Call instructor at 780-6733 for e-mailphoto. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Material fee of $25 paidto instructor at class. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27298 3/2 Sa 10:30AM-2:30PM LC-CTWDAdvanced Loom BraceletThe third in the loom series features different advancedbeading techniques in six secons, three on each side of thebracelet. Each secon is a different paern with differentbeads. A closure is included. You need to have taken Basic andIntermediate Loom classes. This project may require minimalfinishing work at home. Call instructor at 780-6733 for e-mailphoto. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Material fee of $30 paidto instructor at class. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27300 3/30 Sa 10:30AM-2:30PM LC-CTWD10 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Techniques in Bead WeavingThis is a beginning workshop for new Bead Weavers. Studentslearn basic peyote stch and how to aach a buon/toggleclosure. Thread choices, adding and knong thread, bead typesand numerous other ps will be discussed. This is a prerequisitefor future weaving classes. Future beading classes will requireFire Line Beading Thread. Most materials supplied, materialfee of $20 paid to instructor at class. SUPPLY LIST given atregistraon.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27282 1/10 Th 12-4PM EC-LNGEBasic Peyote Bracelet with Triangle BeadsThis is a simple peyote weave bracelet, with picot finish. Trianglebeads will be used for this bracelet. This project may requireminimal finishing work at home. Need to have peyote knowledgeor have taken Basic Peyote Techniques class. SUPPLY LIST givenat registraon. Call instructor at 780-6733 for e-mail photo.Material fee of $23 paid to instructor at class. Bring a lunch andbeverage. Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27294 1/31 Th 10:30AM-2:30PM CPII-RECEmbellished Cube BraceletThis project incorporates four different stches and beadswithin the bracelet. A picot trim finishes off this bracelet. Aclosure is included. This project may require minimal finishingwork at home. Must have peyote experience or have taken theTechniques in Bead Weaving class. Call instructor at 780-6733for e-mail photo. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Material feeof $25 paid to instructor at class. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27297 2/16 Sa 10:30AM-2:30PM CPII-RECSegmented Peyote Weave BraceletThis project incorporates four different stches and beads withinthe bracelet. A picot trim finishes off this bracelet. Closureincluded. You need to have bead weaving experience, or havetaken the Techniques in Bead Weaving class. This project mayrequire minimal finishing work at home. SUPPLY LIST given atregistraon. Call instructor at 780-6733 for e-mail photo. Materialfee of $25 paid to instructor at class. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27286 1/26 Sa 10:30AM-2:30PM LC-CTWDStringing with PeyoteThe ends of this bracelet will be peyote stched withcubes. The middle secon will be strung with a variety ofbrightly colored seed beads along with embellishment beads andcrystals. A closure is included. This project may require minimalfinishing work at home. Must have peyote experience or havetaken the Techniques in Bead Weaving class. Call instructor at780-6733 for e-mail photo. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Material fee of $27 paid to instructor at class. Bring a lunch andbeverage. Instructor: Jackie KnightFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27299 3/16 Sa 10:30AM-2:30PM LC-CTWD2 Classes in 1 - Bead Pendant andSpiral NecklaceConstruct a bead pendant and matching spiral weave necklace.This class is actually 2 classes in 1. Project will require minimalfinishing work at home. Call instructor at 625-5817 fore-mail photo. Important: Pre-requisite for this class is basicbead weaving experience. All materials but Fireline threadare provided for a $34 material fee payable to instructor atbeginning of class. SUPPLY LIST of tools given at registraon.Bring your own lunch for this all day class.Instructors: Annelle Fletcher and Jackie KnightFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26335 2/23 Sa 9AM-4PM LC-CTWDBead Links Necklace with ChainCreate wrapped wire-loop bead components thenconnect together with chain segments to highlight the specialbead elements. Complete this necklace project in class. Callinstructor at 625-5817 to request e-mail photo. Wire workexperience is helpful but not required. All materials are providedfor a $28 material fee payable to instructor at beginning of class.SUPPLY LIST of tools given at registraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27292 1/31 Th 12-4PM EC-LNGEBezeled Cabochon with Bead RuffleSurround a stone cabochon with a beaded ruffle bezel usingneedle and thread. Learn several bead embroidery stches,embellishment and finishing techniques in class. Project shouldbe completed in class, however minimal finishing work may berequired on your own. Call instructor at 625-5817 for e-mailphoto. No experience necessary. All materials are provided fora $25 material fee payable to instructor at beginning of class.SUPPLY LIST of tools given at registraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27288 3/14 Th 12-4PM EC-LNGERegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 11


Braid a Beaded BraceletCreate a delicate braided bracelet using seed beadsand advanced stringing techniques. Complete the project inclass using basic wire techniques. Call instructor at 625-5817to request an e-mail project photo. Basic beading experienceis helpful but not required. All materials are provided for a $25material fee payable to instructor at beginning of class. SUPPLYLIST of tools given at registraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27293 3/9 Sa 12-4PM LC-CTWDCaptured Mul-strand Bead NecklaceString a mul-strand necklace using seed beads that arecaptured in focal beads to create a unique look. Completeproject in class by learning finishing technique using cones andwire wrap. Call instructor at 625-5817 for e-mail photo. Basicbeading and wire wrap experience is helpful but not required.All materials are provided for a $30 material fee payable toinstructor at beginning of class. SUPPLY LIST of tools given atregistraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27280 1/12 Sa 12-4PM LC-CTWDFreeform Beaded Wire PendantCreate a wire frame in class then embellish with beads and craa bail to complete. Pendant will be completed in class and isready to wear on a beaded necklace, Kumihimo braid or chain.Call instructor at 625-5817 for e-mail photo. No experiencenecessary. All materials are provided for a $20 material feepayable to instructor at beginning of class. SUPPLY LIST of toolsgiven at registraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27281 1/17 Th 12-4PM EC-LNGETwisted Necklace with Beads and ChainConstruct a twisted mul-stand necklace incorporangbeads and chains in the design. Complete this project in classulizing cones and basic wire techniques. Call instructor at 625-5817 for e-mail photo. Basic beading and basic wire experienceis helpful but not required. All materials are provided for a $30material fee payable to instructor at beginning of class. SUPPLYLIST of tools given at registraon.Instructor : Annelle FletcherFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27289 2/16 Sa 12-4PM LC-CTWDKumihimo Bracelet Accented with BeadsMix a variety of fibers and accent with beads to create aKumihimo braid with a casual look. Learn finishing techniques asyou complete this bracelet project in class. Call instructor at625-5817 for e-mail photo. Important: Prerequisite for this classis basic Kumihimo experience. All materials are provided fora $25 material fee payable to instructor at beginning of class.SUPPLY LIST of tools given at registraon.lnstructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27287 1/26 Sa 12-4PM LC-ACACKumihimo Bracelet Covered with BeadsTake your Kumihimo to another level by braiding with beads tocompletely cover the cord. Learn finishing techniques as youcomplete this bracelet project in class. Call instructor at625-5817 for e-mail photo. Important: Prerequisite for thisclass is basic Kumihimo experience. All materials are providedfor a $30 material fee payable to instructor at beginning of class.SUPPLY LIST of tools given at registraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27290 2/28 Th 12-4PM EC-LNGEKumihimo with Center Core NecklaceLearn a new Kumihimo weave while braiding over a corethen make a simple pendant to enhance the necklace. Projectshould be completed in class, however minimal finishing workmay be required on your own. Call instructor at 625-5817 fore-mail photo. Important: Pre-requisite for this class is Kumihimoexperience. All materials are provided for a $30 material feepayable to instructor at beginning of class. SUPPLY LIST of toolsgiven at registraon.Instructor: Annelle FletcherFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27291 3/23 Sa 12-4PM LC-CTWDBlake Higgins Fabric PainngPainng with fabric paints on student’s own garment. Musthave previous fabric painng experience. This year’s project is"Daffodils." Students will need to provide their own garmentand painng supplies. Contact Mabel Acri for informaon andpaern at 393-1164. Palee fee of $4 paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Blake HigginsFee: Member $25/Non-member $35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27123 3/9 Sa 8:45 AM-1PM DH-ART12 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Ceramic Fun!Paint a Ceramic project! No muss, no fuss! Just choose abisque, ready to paint project and have fun! Material fee, paidto instructor, ranges between $10 and $20 depending uponthe project you choose and includes everything you need tocomplete the project in this fun, three hour class. Lots of cuteprojects to choose from, but if you have something special inmind it can be ordered if you call (647-1659) at least 3 weeksbefore class.Instructor: Marie SckfordFee: Member $37/Non-member $47 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27194 1/21 M 9AM-12PM EC-ART27195 3/11 M 9AM-12PM EC-ARTCreate a Spirit DollLearn how to create your own spirit doll using fabric, lace, beads,feathers, raffia, leather, buons, jewelry and other natural driedplants from the desert. All supplies are provided. Come preparedto have fun, discover your hidden talents, and tap into yourcreavity. Material fee of $5 paid to instructor at class. Bringyour own scissors.Instructor: Sandy ParkerFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27132 1/17 Th 9AM-12PM SRS-FSTA27133 2/12 Tu 1-4PM CPII-REC27134 3/12 Tu 9AM-12PM LC-CTWD27135 4/18 Th 1-4PM CPII-RECDesert Magic T-ShirtsTake a black T-shirt, make a stencil, add a bleach soluon andproduce a one of a kind "Magic" T-shirt. Learn how to makeshirts for yourself or gis for all ages and genders using adischarge dye process. This is truly a sensaonal project. This isa class for anyone and has no prerequisite. Materials to bring: ANEW, UNWASHED, black coon T-shirt (at least 95% coon), anapron or old clothes for protecon and rubber gloves if you aresensive to bleach. Material fee of $3 paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $28/Non-member $38 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27136 1/12 Sa 1-4PM CPI-REC27137 2/12 Tu 9AM-12PM ABN-REC27138 3/12 Tu 9AM-12PM CPII-REC27139 4/13 Sa 9AM-12PM CPI-RECFun ChimesLearn to shape and bend copper and colored wire into creaveforms, adding glass beads and a bell to create a unique hangingFun Chime that won’t annoy your neighbor. You will learn touse wire bending pliers and jigs to create basic bead wrappedcopper wire as well as Celc knots and spirals and marble cagesto embellish your creaon. No prior beading or wire wrappingexperience necessary. This is not a jewelry wire wrapping class. Ifyou have quesons about required pliers, please call the instructorat 399-9133. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Material fee of $20collected first day of class for all wire, beads and bell.Instructor: Linda TouzeauFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26058 1/5-12 Sa 12-4PM MV-REC26059 3/18-25 M 12-4PM MV-RECGourd Art FundamentalsLearn to clean and decorate gourds with paint, dye anddecorave materials such as leather, feathers and botanicals.SUPPLY LIST and cleaning instrucons available uponregistraon. GOURD MUST BE CLEANED PRIOR TO FIRST CLASS.Esmated supply cost: $25 +.Instructor: Diane WestFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27099 1/8-29 Tu 1-4PM CPII-REC27100 2/5-26 Tu 1-4PM CPI-REC27101 3/7-28 Th 1-4PM CPII-RECPunch Needle Rug HookingThe beauty of this style of rug making is the simplicity ofthe tools, the speed compared to tradional rug hooking and agreat potenal for design. THIS IS NOT LATCH HOOKING. Thiscourse covers historical perspecves, pung a design on monkscloth, preparing the frame, proper punch techniques, finishing,resources for further learning and all about yarns. The OxfordPunch Needle will be used along with a palee of 100% woolyarns. Students are welcome to bring their own yarn as long asyardage is @ 220-260 yds./lb. We will make a pillow top (or minirug for your cat) and in so doing will learn all you need to know tomake a large rug. A materials fee of $30 for yarn and monks clothpaid to instructor at class. The Oxford Punch Needle and frame areprovided and can be purchased at the end of class or returned.Bring leather gloves (not fancy ones) and pliers. Picture availableonline from instructor at santaritarugs@gmail.com.Instructor Patricia MerriFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27130 1/28-2/11 M 1-3PM EC-LNGE27131 3/4-18 M 1-3PM EC-LNGEIt’s Just Paint: Classic - Tuscan - MetallicsIn just one session, learn a fast and easy method to enhanceyour Tuscan/Old World or Shabby Chic decor. Your neighbors willthink you spent thousands. Our secret will be that a special rollercreated this look. This same roller does a stone-like look such asmarble, traverne or granite - and it’s just paint! Discover thesecret to having walls look "aged" and how to make faux le.Take home samples of each look. Visit twistonwalls.com. andjustonceclasses.com. <strong>Course</strong> fee discounted if taking two Fauxclasses same day. A $29 required kit includes a custom roller, splittray pan and DVD. If you have aended before, bring your old kit.Bring a paint shirt. This course unavailable for online registraon.Instructor: Linda CoffmanFee: Member $30/$25/ Non-member $10 more Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27330 1/12 Sa 9:30AM-12PM EC-ART27480 2/16 Sa 9:30AM-12PM EC-ARTRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 13


It’s Just Paint: Suede - Rusc - ModernWant to achieve a so blend of colors on your wall? There is aneasier, faster way than ragging or sponging by using a specialwool roller and glaze. Come and learn from a professional fauxpainter, who shows beginners "ulcer-free" ways to having anoffice look like leather, how to have Western or Southwesternwalls, contemporary and children’s rooms. Learn how "drybrushing" can change "ordinary" to "rusc." Bring a paint shirt.Warning: your neighbors may ask you to do their walls! <strong>Course</strong>fee discounted if taking two Faux classes same day. A requiredmaterials fee of $29 will be collected in class for the painng kit(including a DVD). If you aended the Classic-Tuscan-Metallicsclass, you sll need this kit as it has a different roller and DVD.This course unavailable for online registraon.Instructor: Linda CoffmanFee: Member $30/$25/ Non-member $10 more Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27331 1/12 Sa 1-3:30PM EC-ART27481 2/16 Sa 1-3:30PM EC-ARTPolymer Clay - IntroduconPolymer clay is an excing hobby that allows you to exploreyour arsc talents in an easy medium at home. Learn how towork with polymer clay, the different types (Fimo, Sculpy, Katoand Premo), the tools available and how to use them, how tomix colors, make a skinner blend, jellyroll, bullet cane, mileforicanes and to roll different sizes and shapes of beads. Learn howto make your own beads and embellishments for jewelry, gourddecoraon and home decoraon. All baking of beads will bedone by class parcipants at home. Material fee $25 for clay andsupplies paid to instructor at class. SUPPLY LIST of basic toolsgiven at registraon (Basic tools kits available for $20 if orderedfrom instructor at least 1 week prior to class at 1-858-922-1339.)Bring a sack lunch and beverage.Instructor: Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27102 1/7-14 M 8:30AM-3PM CPII-REC27103 2/11-18 M 8:30AM-3PM CPII-REC27104 3/4-11 M 8:30AM-3PM CPII-RECPolymer Clay - Necklace and Earring SetPolymer clay is an excing hobby that allows you to explore yourarsc talents in an easy medium at home. Make an embossednecklace and earrings with a metallic look. This is a one dayproject, all tools will be supplied. Material fee $10 for clay andpowders paid to instructor at class. There is no prerequisite for thisclass. All baking of clay will be done by class parcipants at home.Instructor: Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $22/Non-member $32 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27110 1/21 M 9AM-12PM CPI-REC27111 2/21 Th 1-4PM CPII-REC27112 3/21 Th 1-4PM ABN-RECPolymer Clay Cane Making ClassPolymer clay is an excing hobby that allows you to exploreyour arsc talents in an easy medium at home. Explore theintricacies of making canes, from the simple to the more complexmilefori, buerfly and face canes and Mokumba Gane. Canes canbe applied to decorave items (luminaries, eggs, boles, pens)or beads and jewelry. Prerequisite, Intro to Polymer Clay classor intermediate skills in Polymer Clay. $5 material fee paid toinstructor at class. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27451 1/21-28 M 1-5PM MV-REC27452 2/14-21 Th 8AM-12PM SRS-FSTA27566 3/25-4/1 M 8AM-12PM CPI-RECPolymer Clay Earth GoddessThe Earth Mother Goddess is an embodiment of the earthand the cycle of life. Make your own individual sculpture out ofpolymer clay. We will use inclusions to make a faux stone clay. I willshow you different design and color elements that will reflect whoyou are. The piece you make could also be made into a pendant.This is a class for anyone and has no prerequisite. All tools andsupplies will be provided at a cost of $5 paid to instructor.Instructor: Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $27/Non-member $37 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27563 1/31 Th 1-4PM MV-REC27622 2/9 Sa 9AM-12PM ABS-REC27564 3/9 Sa 9AM-12PM MV-REC27565 3/25 M 1-4PM CV-RECWild WomenThis is an excing new class to explore your arsc side (evenif you didn’t know you had one), let loose and create. We willmake 3 Wild Women using 3 different techniques; one will be apin. You will learn how to make faces from different mediums.You decide how to decorate and finish each of them usingfabric, fibers, beads, etc. No sewing is required. This is a classfor anyone and has no prerequisite. All tools and supplies will beprovided at a cost of $20.Instructor: Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27140 1/17-24 Th 1-4PM CV-REC27141 2/13-20 W 9AM-12PM MV-REC27142 3/19-26 Tu 9AM-12PM ABN-REC14 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


TwiningTwining is an old weaving technique that has beenadapted over the last two centuries to make rag rugs. Twining isprobably the most "homemade" kind of weaving. Strips of fabricare interwoven on a simple loom to make aracve and verydurable rugs. This class will teach you the techniques making aplace mat. This is a fun, relaxing hobby that can be done whilewatching TV. Looms are supplied for the class, and if you desireto connue to make rugs, there will be looms for sale. This classis for anyone and has no prerequisite. Material fee of $10 paidto instructor at class. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Kits ofalready cut fabric available for $15 if ordered from instructor(858-922-1339) at least one week prior to class.Instructor: Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27151 1/15-29 Tu 9AM-12:00PM ABN-REC27152 2/13-27 W 1-4PM MV-REC27153 3/12-26 Tu 1-4PM ABN-RECRubberstamptasc 1 - Double Tea BagHolder and CardMake a cute lile tea bag holder and card for that specialsomeone! This holder will hold 2 tea bags. Supplies: 12 x 12in. solid colored and coordinang paern card stocks, whitecard stock, stamps, inks, scissors, adhesive, coloring medium,paper trimmer that can handle 12 x 12 in. paper and whateverembellishments you’d like to use. Instructor will supply atemplate and direcons and will have paper and some suppliesavailable for sale. Any quesons about class and supplies pleasecall 520-240-9258.Instructor: Carol NorbyFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27261 1/9 W 1-3PM CR-AMADORubberstamptasc 2 - Free StandingPop-Up CardThis card has a great lile pop-up when opened and will be freestanding! Supplies: 12 x 12 in. solid colored and coordinangpaern card stocks, white card stock, stamps, inks, scissors,adhesive, coloring medium, paper trimmer that can handle 12x 12 in. paper and whatever embellishments you’d like to use.Instructor will supply a template and direcons and will havepaper and some supplies available for sale. Any quesons aboutclass and supplies please call 520-240-9258.Instructor: Carol NorbyFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27262 1/16 W 1-3PM CR-AMADORubberstamptasc 3 - Magic CardThis is a unique card that has the focal image in black and whitewhen closed and in color when opened! This class is NOT forbeginners! Supplies: 12 x 12 in. solid colored and coordinangpaern card stocks, white card stock, stamps, inks, scissors,adhesive, coloring medium, paper trimmer that can handle 12x 12 in. paper and whatever embellishments you’d like to use.Along with the basic supplies you will need an 8 x 10 in. sheet ofacetate. (will be available for sale at the class.) A picture tutorialwill be available. Any quesons about class and supplies pleasecall 520-240-9258.Instructor: Carol NorbyFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27263 2/6 W 1-3PM CR-AMADORubberstamptasc 4 - Box Corner CardThis is a stand-up card that forms a "corner" when opened!Great for scenes! Supplies: 12 x 12 in. solid colored andcoordinang paern card stocks, white card stock, stamps, inks,scissors, adhesive, coloring medium, paper trimmer that canhandle 12 x 12 in. paper and whatever embellishments you’dlike to use. Instrucons provided. Any quesons about class andsupplies please call 520-240-9258.Instructor: Carol NorbyFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27264 2/13 W 1-3PM CR-AMADORubberstamptasc 5 - Flap Fold and FlipTag CardsThese cards have unusual folds or openings! Great fun tomake and great to give! Supplies: 12 x 12 in. solid colored andcoordinang paern card stocks, white card stock, stamps, inks,scissors, adhesive, coloring medium, paper trimmer that canhandle 12 x 12 in. paper and whatever embellishments you’d liketo use. Instrucons provided. You will need 1 . of 1/4 in. ribbonthat coordinates with your chosen papers. Any quesons aboutclass and supplies please call 520-240-9258.Instructor: Carol NorbyFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27265 3/6 W 1-3PM CR-AMADOSecrets of Painng on GlassThere are lile secrets to painng on glass that make it fun andeasy. Learn the different types of paints, brushes, easy brushstrokes, how to make it permanent, tricks to personalizingand more. It will open up a whole new hobby for you! Manyglass pieces to choose from: serving plates, mugs, vases, sugarbowls, doggie treat jars and more. Material fee of $20, paid toinstructor at first session, includes everything you will need,including the glassware.Instructor: Marie SckfordFee: Member $37/Non-member $47 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27196 2/4-11 M 10AM-12PM EC-ARTRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 15


Secrets of Wine Glass PainngCreate your own lovely set of hand painted wine glasses! In justtwo fun sessions you will paint two glasses, learn about glasspaints, baking the glasses, brush stokes and how to connue onyour own with a fun, new hobby. The wine glasses make great gisfor weddings/anniversaries or are fun for personal use. Materialfee of $20, to be paid to instructor at first session, includeseverything you need including your choice of two wine glasses.Instructor: Marie SckfordFee: Member $37/Non-member $47 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27191 1/7-14 M 10AM-12PM EC-ART27192 2/18-25 M 2-4PM EC-ART27193 3/18-25 M 10AM-12PM EC-ARTCards & GamesEuchre - Beginning to IntermediateEuchre is one of the best strategic card games. Only 5 cardsare used per player but the possible combinaons of playsare infinite. Once Euchre is learned, it is a wonderful pasme.Instructor: Paul McCrearyFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27113 2/5-12 Tu 1-3PM EC-GAME27114 3/5-12 Tu 1-3PM EC-GAMEAdvanced EuchreMany believe Euchre is a simple game - there are only 5 cardsright? It can be simple, or infinitely complex, with thousands ofcombinaons and possibilies. Euchre theory with quesons,answers and pracce will take place and games played. Nota beginning class - a good working knowledge of the gameis preferred - for those who consider themselves beer thanaverage to world class.Instructor: Paul McCrearyFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27115 3/19-26 Tu 1-3PM EC-GAMEBasic Texas Hold ‘EmLearn relave strengths of hands, beng, folding, tournament structureand more. The class is for beginning and intermediate players. It willgive you a chance at a game that cannot be truly mastered.Instructor: Paul McCrearyFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27116 1/15-22 Tu 1-4PM EC-GAME27117 3/5-12 Tu 9AM-12PM EC-GAMEBridge IIThis class is NOT for new players. You will learn staymen, jacobytransfers and jacoby two no trump, stressing play of the handwhich is the second step in learning bridge.Instructor: Bill HackbarthFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26950 1/30-2/27 W 9:30AM-12PM LC-CTWDBridge IIIThis class is NOT for new players. You will learncompeve bidding, doubles and play of the hand. $8 for bookpaid to instructor at first class.Instructor: Bill HackbarthFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26951 3/6-27 W 9:30AM-12PM LC-CTWDChess - Learn How to PlayNo prior knowledge of chess is necessary for this beginning class.Chess combines relaxaon with true intellectual exercise. For themany who try to learn on their own but oen fail, this class willprovide a way to learn the game that will avoid discouragementand spending unnecessary me and effort with poor results. Tryit - you’ll like it! Supplies required: a chess set and board whichwill be discussed at first class. Men and women welcome.Instructor: Jimmie Howard ClarkFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 9CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27011 1/9-3/6 W 6-8PM EC-LNGEChess for Intermediate Level PlayersA playing knowledge of Chess or compleon of the BeginningChess class is required for this class. Intermediate students oenwonder which pieces to move in the opening or middle game,having lile knowledge of chess fundamentals. Most chess booksdiscuss what to learn but say lile about the method of learning.Visualizing the enre board is essenal. A chess player canprogress only by coordinang study with pracce. This courseis designed to take you past the elementary stage in chess byteaching you basic strategic and taccal fundamentals. Suppliesrequired: a Staunton design chess set and board. Men andwomen welcome.Instructor: Jimmie Howard ClarkFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 10CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27012 1/7-3/11 M 6-8PM EC-LNGEBeginning BridgeLearn the basics of playing bridge. This is a class for new playersand those coming back to bridge who want to learn modernmethods. Each class will have a lesson and related play of hand.$8 for book paid to instructor at first class.Instructor: Bill HackbarthFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26949 1/29-3/5 Tu 9:30AM-12PM LC-CTWD16 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


End Game Knowledge for the AdvancedChess PlayerThis course is for players with a good understanding of Chessor who have completed the Chess for Intermediate Level Playerclass and are striving to improve and reach a higher playing level.The right End Game Knowledge is the key to chess mastery.This class pares down the essenals to minimize what you needto learn and maximize the ease in which you learn it. Of thethree phases of the game (Opening-Middle-End) the End Gamehas the least in common with the other two. The End Gameactually reverses some of the rules that normally apply. Suppliesrequired: a Staunton design chess set and board.Instructor: Jimmie Howard ClarkFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 10CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27625 1/10-3/14 Th 6-8PM EC-LNGEDo SudokuHow to start Sudoku, if you can’t get a "live one," go for a "cornerjob!" Instructor teaches "easy" and "medium" levels. Everyone willgo at different speeds, but we will start together with "easy." WorkSudoku every day! SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Paula BowmanFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27584 1/8-29 Tu 10-11AM WC-RM227585 2/5-26 Tu 10-11AM WC-RM227586 3/5-26 Tu 9-10AM EC-LNGEMah Jongg for Beginners - NaonalThis is an introductory course to the popular game of Mah Jongg.A 2013 Naonal Mah Jongg League card is needed and will beavailable from the instructor at a cost of $7 during the first classmeeng. Beginners should plan to aend the first two sessionsto learn the basics of playing Naonal (American) Mah Jongg.Instructor: Jane Andrews HeddenFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27038 1/8-25 Tu,F 9-11:30AM EC-GAME27040 1/28-2/14 M,Th 9-11:30AM EC-GAMEBeginning Wright-Paerson Mah JonggLearn a game for years of enjoyment with new friends. First classwe will discuss the Mah Jongg set, basic terminology and Wright-Paerson specific terminology, plus game preparaon rulesand pracce. The remaining classes will include a short review,addional terminology and rules, plus increasingly advancedplay. The small class size and personalized assistance provide anon-threatening learning experience. First class, bring $5 cash(no checks) for required current Rules Book, $5 cash for oponalcurrent Visual Aid Book.Instructor: Lois WilhelmFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27041 1/17-2/21 Th 9AM-12PM LC-ACACRoulee - Overcome the OddsThe instructor explains the whys and wherefores of a roulee systemthat proves to work about 80% of the me. The math and logic areexplained, then the students pracce for the rest of the me.Instructor: Paul McCrearyFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27118 2/5-12 Tu 10AM-12PM EC-GAME27120 2/19-26 Tu 1-3PM EC-GAMECeramicsCeramics, BeginningThis course is a prerequisite for joining the Ceramics Club.Students will learn how to prepare <strong>Green</strong>ware, bisque, applyundercoats and glazes and other techniques. Students willcomplete 3 projects, included in the materials fee, to take home.Materials fee of $30 is payable to the Ceramics Club of GVR andis due on the first day of class. Students must be able to aendall 6 classes. Bring apron to protect clothing.Instructors: Sandy McCartney and Deb MulhallFee: Member $40/Non-member NA Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27029 1/11-2/15 F 8:30-11:30AM DH-CERClay & SculptureIntroducon to the Clay StudioThis class is required for Clay Studio membership. Uponsuccessful compleon of all four classes, studio membershipwill be available to you. You will learn the properes of clayand create several projects - from raw clay to a finished glazeditem. The amazing world of hand building, wheel throwing andsculpture with clay will be opened to you. Proper use of studioequipment and safety issues will also be taught. Be prepared foran energec and fun filled experience. The $10 supply and firingfee is to be paid to the instructor the first day of class. Tools andclay are provided for use during the class periods. Bring an apronor wear old clothing.Fee: Member $35/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATIONInstructor: Peggy Bradshaw26538 1/7-28 M 12-4PM SRS-HANDInstructor: Jane M. Ercolani26539 2/4-25 M 12-4PM SRS-HANDInstructor: Monica Crum26540 3/4-25 M 12-4PM SRS-HANDInstructor: Pa Robson26541 4/1-22 M 12-4PM SRS-HANDRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 17


Hand Building for BeginnersSo you finished the Introducon to the Clay Studio class andwant to learn more? This class is for you! Learn the necessaryskills in hand building, working with slabs, coils and molds.This class teaches many different techniques while making funprojects which include a lizard, leaf bowl, coil vase, 3-D animal,sun face, bole and a tumbler. All pieces will be glazed. Youwill need to spend addional me outside of class on projects.Only studio members may work outside of class me in studio.Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio or equivalent clayexperience. Supplies: Specified clay (see monitor), small coveredcontainer for slip, spiral notebook, ruler and clay tools. All claymust be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Dorrie RomanFee: Member $60/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26536 1/3-24 Th 8:30AM-12PM SRS-HAND26537 3/7-28 Th 8:30AM-12PM SRS-HANDFun Building with ClayUsing clay strips, large slabs, coils and your imaginaon,start creang fun and excing ways to build those projects thatyou always wanted to make, but didn’t know how. We will exploredifferent techniques for construcng yard/garden art, baskets, oneof a kind pots and other unique clay pieces. Skill level: Beginner onup. Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio or equivalent clayexperience. Supplies: 25 lb. bag of Soldate or Speckled Buff whichmust be purchased at the Clay Studio. Bring basic clay tools.Instructor: Monica CrumFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26776 2/5-26 Tu 12:30-4PM SRS-HANDSculpng the Human HeadBeginning with a simple cylinder, step-by-step instruconsand individual guidance, you will create a human head. Bring aside and front view of the person you wish to capture in clay tothe first meeng. A great chance for beginners to overcome anyfear about making a realisc bust. Prerequisite: Introducon tothe Clay Studio or equivalent clay experience. Supplies: Soldateor any other strong clay recommended. Clay must be purchasedat the Clay Studio.Instructor: Gary BennaFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26551 2/5-26 Tu 8:30AM-12PM SRS-SCPTThrowing: Making Bigger Pots from LileOnesHave you wished you could throw a big vessel on the wheel?Well, now you can by throwing two or more smaller cylindersand joining them together. Also learn how to add large coils to apot’s rim and pull it up to make bigger forms, as well as learningdouble-walled vessels and throwing off the hump. Try them allor concentrate on just one. Class structure will evolve to meetthe needs of the individual students. Prerequisite: Intermediateto advanced wheel experience. Supplies: Soldate or any otherstrong clay recommended. All clay must be purchased at the ClayStudio.Instructor: Gary BennaFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26563 2/5-26 Tu 12:30-3:30PM SRS-WHLMul-Necked/Opening VesselsUsing coils of clay learn how to make a vessel that splitsinto two or more necks, like a nave American wedding pot or adual chambered oil and vinegar container. Have fun making themtwist and turn around each other. For beginners and beyond. Classstructure will evolve to meet the needs of the individual students.Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio or equivalentclay experience. Supplies: Soldate or any other strong clayrecommended. All clay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Gary BennaFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26570 3/5-26 Tu 9AM-12PM SRS-HANDHand Building Large Vessels without a MoldBeginning with a base draped into a form, we will addslabs one on top of the other to grow and shape a pot as big asyou want, all without a mold. You will need to bring a bowl thesize that you want the boom of the vessel to be. Class structurewill evolve to meet the needs of the individual students.Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio or equivalentclay experience. Supplies: Soldate or any other strong clayrecommended. All clay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Gary BennaFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26571 3/5-26 Tu 12:30-3:30PM SRS-HANDMul-Sided BoxesUsing firm slabs of clay you will create a variety of boxesas simple as a cube to as many sides as you want. Even the lid ofthe container can be faceted. If you are daring, we can make thetwist around and even lean to one side. All the while having fun.Class structure will evolve to meet the needs of the individualstudents. Prerequisite: Intro to the Clay Studio or equivalent clayexperience. Soldate or any other strong clay recommended. Allclay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Gary BennaFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26579 4/2-23 Tu 9AM-12PM SRS-HANDAbstract Cue from PicassoCreate a sculpture that uses flat slabs joined at anglesto make the outline. We will start by making a non-objecvesculpture, then an abstracted head and finish with an animalif you want to. This class is for experimenng with somethingnew. An adventure! For beginners and beyond. Class structurewill evolve to meet the needs of the individual students.Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio or equivalent clayexperience. Soldate or any other strong clay recommended. Allclay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Gary BennaFee: Member $45/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26580 4/2-23 Tu 12:30-3:30PM SRS-SCPT18 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Sculpture - Beginning to ClassicSculptural studies of the human face or figure, animals orabstracts, in the round or relief. Emphasis is on anatomy,proporons, originality and art principals. Books, charts andvideos are studied. Purchase choice of clay first day of class.Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio or equivalent clayexperience. Supplies: basic sculpture tools, Los Altos clay, oil clayor wax; the laer two must be cast at a bronze foundry. Los AltosClay (which must be purchased at the Clay Studio) is hollowedout, dried and kiln fired at our studio.Instructor: Bonny GallowayFee: Member $60/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26532 1/2-23 W 8:30AM-12PM SRS-SCPT26533 2/6-27 W 8:30AM-12PM SRS-SCPT26534 3/6-27 W 8:30AM-12PM SRS-SCPTStorytellerClass parcipants will build a storyteller with as many children asthey would like. The storyteller can be made very simply or verydetailed. Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio. Suppliesneeded: have a bisqued shard to fit your storyteller prior to thefirst class. SB Red clay (about 1/2 a bag) is suggested for this classand basic tools. All clay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Rita BlumaFee: Member $60/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26546 1/8-29 Tu 9AM-12PM SRS-HANDWheel 101This class is an introducon or reintroducon to the fundamentaltechniques necessary to center a piece of clay and create basicforms on the poer’s wheel. Aer you are comfortable with forminga cylinder, we will explore several fun projects, such as: bowls, awide-boom pot and plates. Prerequisite: Introducon to the ClayStudio or equivalent clay experience. Supplies needed: Soldate 60clay, cutoff wire, wood and rubber rib, needle tool, small spongeand a wood modeling tool. Supplies can be purchased at the ClayStudio. All clay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Kent AmermanFee: Member $65/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26548 1/8-29 Tu 12-4PM SRS-WHL26549 3/7-28 Th 12-4PM SRS-WHLWheel 102This is a connuaon of Wheel 101 or maybe you want torefresh your memory aer being away from the wheel for awhile. We will sll constantly stress good basic techniques forcentering and pulling a cylinder as students find their individualcomfort zone. We will move on at a comfortable pace to discovertechniques that will allow us to form interesng and usefulceramic forms, such as: wide-boom jug, small and large bowls,plate and plaer, skinny-neck bole, one and two piece chipdip plaer, mugs and jugs with handle and a container with lidand trimming. Prerequisite: Introducon to the Clay Studio orequivalent clay experience. Supplies needed: Soldate 60 or B-mixwith grog clay and basic wheel tools. Supplies can be purchasedat the Clay Studio. All clay must be purchased at the Clay Studio.Instructor: Kent AmermanFee: Member $65/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26565 2/7-28 Th 12-4PM SRS-WHLWheel Review and BeyondStudents will review all beginning wheel instrucon, from properlywedging clay through trimming booms of pieces. There willbe demonstraons and guided pracce, with me for individualtroubleshoong. The basic cylinder will be pracced first, with thegoal of successfully making a mug with handle. Then, bowl shapingwill be taught and pracced. Variaons on mugs and bowls willinvolve learning to use basic wheel tools comfortably for shapingand refining. A variety of decorang techniques will be presentedand pracced as me permits. Prerequisite: Intro to the ClayStudio or equivalent clay experience along with beginning wheelexperience. Supplies: 25 lb. bag of white B-Mix with grog (you mayalso bring some SB Red if you wish to pracce with both colors)and a set of basic wheel tools. Also suggested: plasc bucket orbowl, small sponge, apron, towel, plasc to cover pieces. The toolsmay be purchased at the Clay Studio. The clay must be purchasedat the Clay Studio.Instructor: Nancy ChildFee: Member $55/Non-member NA Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26550 1/4-25 F 9AM-1PM SRS-WHLDance LessonsAmerican Step Dance, Beginning CloggingLearn a true classic American dance. Dance to jazz, country,blue grass, pop, big band and rock ‘n roll music while one foot isalways on the floor. Wear tennis shoes or other secure footwear(no sandals). Drop-ins $8. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Donna ThielFee: Member 4 classes $28, 5 classes $35/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26190(5) 1/2-30 W 2-3PM CV-REC26191(4) 2/6-27 W 2-3PM CV-REC26192(4) 3/6-27 W 2-3PM CV-REC26193(4) 4/3-24 W 2-3PM CV-RECAmerican Step Dance, Intermediate I CloggingPrerequisite American Step Dance/Clogging Beginning. Danceto a variety of music while one foot is always on the floor. Weartennis shoes or other secure footwear (no sandals). Drop-ins $8.See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Donna ThielFee: Member 4 classes $28, 5 classes $35/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26194(5) 1/2-30 W 3-4:15PM CV-REC26195(4) 2/6-27 W 3-4:15PM CV-REC26196(4) 3/6-27 W 3-4:15PM CV-REC26197(4) 4/3-24 W 3-4:15PM CV-RECRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 19


American Step Dance, Intermediate II CloggingThis is a connuing class for those who have taken Beginning andIntermediate I Clogging. There will be more steps and rounesto great music. Wear clogging taps or tennis shoes (no sandals).Drop-ins $8. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Donna ThielFee: Member 4 classes $28, 5 classes $35/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26198(5) 1/2-30 W 4:30-5:45PM CV-REC26199(4) 2/6-27 W 4:30-5:45PM CV-REC26200(4) 3/6-27 W 4:30-5:45PM CV-REC26201(4) 4/3-24 W 4:30-5:45PM CV-RECArgenne Tango - BeginningDave and Shelli Lile have been performing and teachingArgenne Tango for over 18 years. In this class you will learnbasic steps along with style, technique and floor cra. Shoes witha slight heel are recommended for women. Singles welcome. Feeis per person. NOTE: 4/12 class in the Santa Cruz Room at SRS.Instructors: Dave and Shelli LileFee: Member 4 classes $40, 5 classes $50/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26967(4) 1/4-25 F 6-7:30PM SRS-ANZA26968(4) 2/1-22 F 6-7:30PM SRS-ANZA26969(5) 3/1-29 F 6-7:30PM SRS-ANZA26970(4) 4/5-26 F 6-7:30PM SRS-ANZABeginning Single Step SwingCome learn one of the highly popular dances, Single Step Swing.This dance is very versale and can be danced to many differenttempos. It is popular for its simple nature and is oen danced toslow, medium or fast tempo jazz, blues or rock and roll. Swinghas very simple structure and footwork along with basic movesand styling. It is very easy to learn and quite fun to do. Wearnonsck, smooth soled shoes. Couples and singles welcome.Fee is per person.Instructor: Donna <strong>Green</strong>Fee: Member $32/Non-member $42 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27030 1/9-30 W 5-6PM CH-PVR27031 2/6-27 W 5-6PM CH-PVR27043 3/6-27 W 5-6PM CH-PVRCountry Western Dance - BeginningLearn basic steps, cowboy cha-cha, two-step and ten-step.This class is for beginners with NO previous dance experience.Recommend leather sole, closed heel shoes or boots. Class is forCOUPLES only. Price listed is per person.Instructors: Keith and Mary Ann JibsonFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26988 1/8-2/26 Tu 6-7:15PM SRS-ANZACountry Western Dance - IntermediateThis class is for the more advanced beginner. Learn two-step andnight club two-step. You will develop lead and follow skills. Wewill refresh steps in cowboy cha-cha and ten-step. Recommendleather sole, closed heel shoes or boots. This class is forCOUPLES only, price listed is per person.Instructors: Keith and Mary Ann JibsonFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26989 1/8-2/26 Tu 7:30-8:45PM SRS-ANZALan Dance - BeginningLearn the basics to rumba, mambo, cha cha and night club rhythmdancing. This class is for beginners with NO previous danceexperience. Recommend wearing nonsck closed heel leather soleshoes. This class is for COUPLES only. <strong>Course</strong> fee is per person.Instructors: Keith and Mary Ann JibsonFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26990 1/9-2/27 W 6:30-8PM SRS-ANZAFolk DanceThis class is an introducon to dances from all over the world ata very relaxed pace. Recreaonal folk dancing is great exerciseand a lot of fun.Instructor: Judy WilsonFee: Member $36/Non-member $46 Classes: 12CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26078 1/10-3/28 Th 1-2:30PM CPI-RECLine Dance for DummiesSo you think you can’t dance? Think again! Learn to feel themusic, hear the beat and master the basic steps you need toactually line dance; and yes, you’ll finally learn the Electric Slide!This no-pressure class is very easy and lots of fun.Instructor: Bey EspinozaFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26120 1/5-26 Sa 8:30-9:30AM SRS-ANZA26121 3/9-30 Sa 8:30-9:30AM SRS-ANZAMore Line Dance for DummiesMore steps. More music. More fun! Aer a quick review of the ElectricSlide, we’ll begin where "Line Dance for Dummies" le off. Takingformer class will make taking this class easier, but it is not required.Instructor: Bey EspinozaFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26122 2/2-23 Sa 8:30-9:30AM SRS-ANZA26123 4/6-27 Sa 8:30-9:30AM SRS-ANZALine Dance Just for FunThis course is open to all, but designed for those who have taken"Line Dance for Dummies" and would like to put their skills towork learning current and classic line dances. The content willbe flexible based on the needs of the class. We will start withvery simple dances and progress as the class requires, but theemphasis will be on dancing for FUN.Instructor: Bey EspinozaFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26124 1/5-26 Sa 10-11AM SRS-ANZA26125 2/2-23 Sa 10-11AM SRS-ANZALine Dancing 1Learn basic line dance steps and dances pracced in the <strong>Green</strong><strong>Valley</strong> Line Dance Club. Coed, no partner needed. A fun way toget both physical and mental exercise. No new students aersecond class.Instructor: Shelton HowlandFee: Member $36/Non-member $46 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26983 1/2-2/6 W 9:30-10:30AM CH-PVR26984 2/13-3/20 W 9:30-10:30AM CH-PVR20 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Line Dancing 2Prerequisite: Line Dancing 1. Learn more steps and dances. Atcourse compleon, GVR members are invited to join the <strong>Green</strong><strong>Valley</strong> Line Dance Club. No new students aer second class.Instructor: Kam MorganFee: Member $36/Non-member $46 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26985 1/2-2/6 W 8-9AM CH-PVR26986 2/13-3/20 W 8-9AM CH-PVR26987 3/27-5/1 W 8-9AM CH-PVRModern Square DancingThis is not like the square dance you may have experienced inschool. This is a modern version. We use all types of music -Tradional, Pop, Country, Rock, Old Standards, etc. Something foreverybody. We use modern and tradional calls and choreography.This is a great source for fun low impact exercise. Great for cardiovascular,helps improve agility, exercises the mind and keeps yourmemory skills sharp. Two le feet? No problem; if you can walkyou can square dance. Make new friends as this is a highly socialacvity. Taught by the naonally known square dance caller RickGielman, caller since 1974 and caller for <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Squares.Singles welcome. No previous experience needed. If you leavebefore the end of the class, don’t worry, most of the materialis covered by late March - last 2 or 3 weeks are review. You arewelcome to aend as a Drop-in for $5 each class. See Drop-inpolicy on page 24. Fee is per person. Wear comfortable clothingand shoes.Instructor: Rick GielmanFee: Member $125 per person/Non-member $135 Classes: 28CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27603 1/7-4/10 M,W 2:30-4PM LC-OCOTBroadway JazzJazz is a fun way to add style and movement to dance. Stretchand tone your body and get aerobic exercise while you dance.This is an ongoing class for those who have taken Charese’sclasses or who have previous jazz experience.Instructor: Charese KellyFee: Member 3 classes $24, 4 classes $32, 5 classes $40/Nonmember$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27022(3) 1/14-28 M 11:30AM-12:30PM SRS-CRUZ27023(4) 2/4-25 M 11:30AM-12:30PM SRS-CRUZ27024(4) 3/4-25 M 11:30AM-12:30PM SRS-CRUZ27025(5) 4/1-29 M 11:30AM-12:30PM SRS-CRUZJust Dance ....This class is a short stretch, warm up and then ...just dance. It is broadway jazz, ballroom style, combined,choreographed and mixed together for some incredible, fundances. This is an advanced beginner level class.Instructor: Charese KellyFee: Member 3 classes $15, 4 classes $20/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27560(3) 1/17-31 Th 12:30-1:30PM SRS-CRUZ27561(4) 2/7-28 Th 12:30-1:30PM SRS-CRUZ27562(4) 3/7-28 Th 12:30-1:30PM SRS-CRUZBeginner/Advanced Beginner TapThis class is for those who have always wanted to tap dance.Learn all the basic steps, technique and dance movement in afun way. Bring tap shoes. If you need tap shoes, Bloch or Leo splittoe tap shoes are recommended.Instructor: Charese Kelly.Fee: Member 3 classes $24, 4 classes $32/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27014(3) 1/16-30 W 1-1:45PM SRS-CRUZ27015(4) 2/6-27 W 1-1:45PM SRS-CRUZ27016(4) 3/6-27 W 1-1:45PM SRS-CRUZ27017(4) 4/3-24 W 1-1:45PM SRS-CRUZBroadway TapThis is an intermediate level class and the focus is for those whowant to be great tap dancers. Learn ALL the old standard tapsteps: me steps, so shoe, waltz clog, shim sham, shuffle off tobuffalo, etc. and further your technique by working on rhythmand ming doing all the steps you see on Broadway. LEARNPROPERLY and have a blast! Bring tap shoes.Instructor: Charese KellyFee: Member 3 classes $24, 4 classes $32, 5 classes $40/Nonmember$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27018(3) 1/14-28 M 10-11:30AM SRS-CRUZ27019(4) 2/4-25 M 10-11:30AM SRS-CRUZ27020(4) 3/4-25 M 10-11:30AM SRS-CRUZ27021(5) 4/1-29 M 10-11:30AM SRS-CRUZTap Intermediate/Advanced - ShowgirlsThe focus of this class will be on preparaon for the Follies.Dances at different levels will be taught with the relevanttechnique and with the goal of placing each dancer in the dancesbest suited to his/her abilies. Non-performers are welcome toaend. Bring tap shoes.Instructor: Peggy RushfordFee: Member 4 classes $32, 5 classes $40/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26147(5) 1/2-30 W 10-11AM SRS-CRUZ26148(4) 4/3-24 W 10-11AM SRS-CRUZTap Technique - Advanced/IntermediateThis class will focus on footwork and technique. For intermediateand advanced dancers, the emphasis will be on improving clarityof sound and execuon. Bring tap shoes.Instructor: Peggy RushfordFee: Member 4 classes $32, 5 classes $40/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26150(5) 1/2-30 W 11AM-12PM SRS-CRUZ26151(4) 4/3-24 W 11AM-12PM SRS-CRUZYes Virginia, Ballet is for Seniors!Ballet is the core of dance. This class is designed for seniors. Improvebalance and posture while you stretch and tone muscle. Tights andT-shirts are OK and you may want to bring a mat for floor work.Instructor: Charese KellyFee: Member 3 classes $24, 4 classes $32/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27026(3) 1/17-31 Th 11:30AM-12:15PM SRS-CRUZ27027(4) 2/7-28 Th 11:30AM-12:15PM SRS-CRUZ27028(4) 3/7-28 Th 11:30AM-12:15PM SRS-CRUZRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 21


Food and BeverageChampagne Meal on a Beer BudgetLet’s put our heads together with food supplies to create a"Champagne" meal with a $15 budget for a three course mealfor two! Material fee $5 paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Janice HowleFee: Member $25/Non-member $35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27470 1/15 Tu 1-3PM WC-KITCH27471 3/25 M 6-8PM WC-KITCHFesve Jewish CookingNo maer our ethnic origins, heritage foods conjure upanecdotes and memories. Here’s a chance to share stories andlearn some simple Jewish recipes good any me of the year. Briefpresentaon on tradional Eastern European foods is followedby demonstraons by instructor, hands-on food preparaon, andsharing a meal are part of this 3-hour workshop. First sessionfeatures two kinds of Chanukah pancakes (called "latkes") ofbuckwheat and potato, a mildly sweet noodle pudding ("lokshenkugel") and cabbage stuffed with meat and rice ("choliptses")also featuring a no-meat version. Handouts include recipes and abrief explanaon of tradional Jewish foods. Bring apron, hairnetand notebook. $5 food fee paid to instructor.Instructor: Laurie MelroodFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27597 1/17 Th 10AM-1PM WC-KITCHFesve Jewish BakingJewish people once loved (some sll do love!) to celebrateholidays with tradional desserts and a glass of hot tea. We’llimagine ourselves in a warm kitchen, listen to some tradionalholiday songs and try our hands at making some tradionalsweets. This session features a braided fesval egg bread("challah"), Haman’s pockets ("hamantashen") with prune andpoppyseed fillings, honey cake made with a lile mesquite flour,and almond bisco ("mandel broit"). This is a hands-on class,followed by a taste session. Handouts include recipes and a briefexplanaon of holidays on the Jewish calendar. Bring apron,hairnet and notebook. $5 food fee paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Laurie MelroodFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27595 2/20 W 1-4PM WC-KITCHMini Micro Meals - Cooking for One or TwoThis is a microwave cooking class geared to singles andcouples. We will discuss how to convert recipes to meet the needsof smaller families. We’ll include ps on choosing proper utensilsto best accommodate the converted recipe amounts. Informaonon changing recipes to meet health restricons for seniors will beincluded. The instructor has a degree in Home Ec and has taughtmicrowave cooking classes for years. Material fee $7 for food andrecipes paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Kraylen MiholerFee: Member $16/Non-member $26 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27109 1/21 M 9-11:30AM ABS-RECKeeping it <strong>Green</strong> with YourMicrowave - Part I BreakfastHave a great beginning to your day. Learn to prepare egg dishesin your microwave, including omelets and quiche. We will alsomake granola and do breakfast meats (example: bacon). Theinstructor has a degree in Home Ec and has taught microwavecooking classes for years. Material fee $6 for food and recipespaid to instructor at class.Instructor: Kraylen MiholerFee: Member $14/Non-member $24 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27105 2/4 M 9-11:30AM ABS-RECKeeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave -Part II Fruits and VegetablesKeep the nutrients in your vegetables by micro-steaming. Learn toblanch vegetables to freeze. Use your microwave to make quickand easy fruit sauces, jams and pie filling. We’ll use a fruit sauce totop a microwaved cheesecake and make lemon meringue pie withthe area’s plenful lemons. The instructor has a degree in HomeEc and has taught microwave cooking classes for years. Materialfee $6 for food and recipes paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Kraylen MiholerFee: Member $14/Non-member $24 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27106 2/18 M 9-11:30AM ABS-RECKeeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave -Part III Soups and SidesLearn to make rich clam chowder and hearty chili quickly in yourmicrowave. We will also cook rice and pasta and learn to dry herbsthe fast and easy way. The instructor has a degree in Home Ec andhas taught microwave cooking classes for years. Material fee $6for food and recipes paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Kraylen MiholerFee: Member $14/Non-member $24 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27107 3/4 M 9-11:30AM ABS-RECKeeping it <strong>Green</strong> with Your Microwave -Pung it All TogetherLearn to simplify meal planning and preparaon by ulizing yourmicrowave to it’s full potenal. We’ll do some quick main dishesand desserts (including cakes and candy.) There will be ps forkitchen "short cuts." The instructor has a degree in Home Ec andhas taught microwave cooking classes for years. Material fee $6for food and recipes paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Kraylen MiholerFee: Member $14/Non-member $24 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27108 3/18 M 9-11:30AM ABS-REC22 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Thai Chicken CurryLearn to make an authenc Thai curry dish that blendsthe best flavor of the curry with shredded chicken, hot pepper,white onion and baby potatoes. This delicious dish is servedover jasmine rice. Food fee of $15 paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Lucky NguyenFee: Member $25/Non-member $35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27550 1/14 M 4-6:30PM WC-KITCHPork and Shrimp Noodle BowlLearn to make an authenc Noodle Bowl, with marinatedgrilled pork and shrimp, Vietnamese rice noodles, house specialsauce (nuoc mam), leuce, cucumber, mint, bean sprouts and amIxed salad with peanuts. Material fee of $25 for food paid toinstructor at class.Instructor: Lucky NguyenFee: Member $25/Non-member $35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27551 3/13 W 4-6:30PM WC-KITCHWine AppreciaonPresumably you know how to drink wine, but do you really knowhow to taste it? Wine is not only about relaxing and socializing,it is also about beauty and community. You will learn what youcan tell from seeing, smelling, swirling and sipping wine. Sensoryevaluaon can be used for anything you put in your mouth, suchas coffee, tea, cheese or chocolate. Learn the language of wineand double your pleasure. BONUS - Tips on the best wine buys in<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong>. We will taste at least a half-dozen wines. Materialfee including wine, use of wine glass, cheese and crackers,payable to instructor at class $10. Please refrain from wearingperfume or cologne, as it affects the bouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27494 1/17 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTARecession Reds and WhitesI’m afraid the Great Recession may sll be with us. Regardless,here are budget savers to keep your spirits up and your powderdry no maer what. Learn about <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Best Buys. Sampleabout a dozen or so reds and whites you can serve any day forunder $5. Material fee including wine, use of wine glass, cheeseand crackers, payable to instructor at class $10. Please refrain fromwearing perfume or cologne, as it affects the bouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27491 1/10 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTAWines of South AmericaThe source of the best values in the world. Cabernet Sauvignonand Chardonnay from Chile and Argenna, but also, Carmenereand Malbec. Torrontes, anyone? Tannat from Uruguay? Enjoydoce vinos ntos y vinos blancos. Material fee including wine,use of wine glass, cheese and crackers, payable to instructor atclass $10. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne, as itaffects the bouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27492 1/24 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTANew WinesNew wines for old hands! Taste something new and get outof your rut. For my advanced students and knowledgeableconnoisseurs. Only "the nose knows" what we will taste, but youwon’t be disappointed. Materials fee includes wine, use of wineglass, cheese and crackers payable to instructor at class $10.Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne, as it affects thebouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27493 1/31 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTAAround the World in One Hundred andTwenty MinutesTake your sweetheart on a trip around the world before thatdelicious Valenne’s Day dinner. A rose for each lady andchocolate to go with your wine. We will taste wines such asMerlot, Tempranillo and Port. Material fee including wine, useof wine glass, cheese and crackers, payable to instructor atclass $10. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne, as itaffects the bouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27495 2/14 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTAQue SyrahWhatever will be, will be! We will taste Syrah fromCalifornia, Washington, France and elsewhere and we will nocethe significant differences in terroir. Perhaps we will taste someRhone cousins such as Mourvedre, Pet Sirah and Grenache.Material fee including wine, use of wine glass, cheese andcrackers, payable to instructor at class $10. Please refrain fromwearing perfume or cologne, as it affects the bouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27496 2/21 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTADown UnderG’Day, mates! Australia is not just about Shiraz and GregNorman. In addion to Shiraz (Syrah) we will check wines such asCabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Blends. We might throwin some wine from the Kiwis across the water. Material feeincluding wine, use of wine glass, cheese and crackers, payableto instructor at class $10. Please refrain from wearing perfumeor cologne, as it affects the bouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27497 2/28 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTARegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 23


Wines of EuropeSave 10,000 miles of jet lag and possibly $10,000. TourEurope with Gene. We will visit France, Italy, Spain, Germanyand other countries to taste wines such as Bordeaux, Chian,Rioja, and Riesling. Material fee including wine, use of wineglass, cheese and crackers, payable to instructor at class $10.Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne, as it affects thebouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27498 3/14 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTANorthwest WinesExperience the secret gems of the world - wines fromWashington and Oregon: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Rieslingand Chardonnay of course, but Zinfandel, Malbec and PInot Noirtoo. The Northwest is where the tradion consists of innovaonand experimentaon. Learn how great wine is made in the"rainy" Northwest. Material fee including wine, use of wineglass, cheese and crackers, payable to instructor at class $10.Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne, as it affects thebouquet of the wine.Instructor: Gene SteinFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27499 3/21 Th 4-6PM SRS-FSTAHealth & FitnessA - Z StretchingWe will focus on each of the muscle groups in a relaxingatmosphere. Soothing music carries us along as we hold thestretches for 20 seconds to a minute. Tone muscle, improveflexibility and strengthen your core in this fun class. Great posttherapy and great for lower back too. Bring a mat, towel andwater. Drop-in fee $6. See Drop-in policy on page 24.NO CLASS 3/18, 3/20 and 3/22.Instructor: Wuanita PowersFee: Member 10 classes $50, 12 classes $60, 13 classes $65/Nonmember$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27034(12) 1/4-30 F,M,W 2-3PM ABN-REC27035(12) 2/1-27 F,M,W 2-3PM ABN-REC27036(10) 3/1-29 F,M,W 2-3PM ABN-REC27037(13) 4/1-29 M,W,F 2-3PM ABN-RECStretching/Condioning and Body AlignmentThis class offers instrucon in stretching/condioning emphasizingbody alignment to bring balance and wellbeing. Using gentle exerciseand floor stretches targeng the connecve ssue of the hips, pelvisand spine, you will release deep stress/tension, harmonize the energyflow balance, joint alignment/mobility, improve flexibility and providemind and body relaxaon. Bring a mat, towel and water. Drop-in fee$8. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Ilse BordenFee: Member 8 classes $56, 9 classes $63/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26430(9) 1/3-31 Th,Tu 9-10:15AM ABS-REC26431(8) 2/5-28 Tu,Th 9-10:15AM ABS-REC26432(8) 3/5-28 Tu,Th 9-10:15AM ABS-REC26433(9) 4/2-30 Tu,Th 9-10:15AM ABS-RECArthris Aqua FitnessImprove range of moon, strength, flexibility, endurance andaerobic capacity through low to no impact water exercises. Comebenefit from the water’s amazing properes. Cerfied ArthrisFoundaon Aquacs. Supplies: noodle and hand buoys. Designa fitness program that is as flexible as you are, by purchasing thepunch card designed to work with your schedule. No more makeupclasses, come to class when your schedule allows. Punch cardis only valid in session for which purchased. Unused punches mayNOT be used in the following session! Drop-in fee $10. See Drop-inpolicy on page 24. This course unavailable for online registraon.Jan. and Feb. classes at CR Pool, Mar. and Apr. at CPI Pool.NO CLASS 1/24, 3/28 and 4/15.Instructor: Maggie Carstensen Classes: 30Fee: Member 5 classes $40, 10 classes $80, 15 classes $120, 20classes $160/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27486 1/7-4/29 M,Th 3-4PM CR-POOLBalance and PostureImprove your balance and posture as well as your gait (walkingpace) with this specially designed class. During the once aweek class, you will pracce specific exercises designed tochallenge your balance as well as the core postural alignment.Just standing taller and being stronger will greatly improve yourconfidence with walking and moving in general. Balance and gaitassessment tesng will be conducted the first and last meengsto see your improvement.Instructor: Jennifer AdolfsFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26283 1/4-2/8 F 10:10-11:00AM LC-CTWDDrop-In Policy• Confirm that class allows drop-ins, check coursedescription.• Confirm that class is active, not cancelled, check witha center coordinator.• Drop-in availability determined by class enrollment:drop-ins not accepted in a full class.• Check course description for any dates that class willnot be held or dates the class may be moved to anotherfacility.• Payment will be made to instructor at beginning ofclass by cash or check made out to GVR. Checkcourse description for drop-in fee.• Membership, Tenant or Guest card must be presentedto instructor.• To ensure your space in class, registration isrecommended.• Drop-in option not available to non-members.24 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Brain Aerobics PlusWith an aging populaon worrying about Alzheimer’s disease,stress causing memory blockages and our poor diets impacngour brain cells, what are we to do? Brain Aerobics is a simplemethod to keep your brain acve. New research from Japanproves using a new technique as lile as 10 minutes a day canhelp maintain your brain health, decrease your risk of demenaand keep you alert and funconing well mentally. This four weekseries of classes may be taken monthly as the material changesfor repeat aendees. Materials fee of $6 paid to instructorat first class. Required manual supplied by instructor $12.95.Instructor: Patricia Izzi, Holisc Health PraconerFee: Member $79/Non-member $89 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27162 1/8-29 Tu 2:30-4:30PM ABN-REC27163 2/5-26 Tu 2:30-4:30PM ABN-REC27164 3/5-26 Tu 2:30-4:30PM CPII-REC27165 4/2-23 Tu 2:30-4:30PM ABN-RECCrystals for HealthCrystals have been used for centuries by many cultures torelieve pain and stress, improve sleep and mobility and helpwith overall wellbeing. This is a BEGINNER’S class to help youbecome familiar with the power of crystals, how to cleansethem, "program" them and use them successfully to improveyour health. Become a smarter shopper at the Tucson GemShow. Instructor will show some of her private collecon ofthese "Keepers." Feel free to bring any of your own "treasures."$3 material fee paid to instructor at class.nstructor: Patricia Izzi, Holisc Health PraconerFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27166 1/3-24 Th 2:30-3:30PM EC-GAMEDon’t Worry, Be Happy! The Power ofOur ThoughtsHave you ever thought about how powerful our thoughts are inaffecng our peace and happiness? Where do these thoughtscome from? What paerns of thought we may not be aware of areinfluencing us? Can we choose our thoughts? How do we do that?In these interacve workshops you will have an opportunity toexplore our incredibly powerful minds. Joe has an M.A. in schoolpsychology and Pat has an M.S. in learning disabilies.Instructors: Pat and Joe AmbrosicFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27627 2/12-26 Tu 9:30-11AM EC-LNGETension/Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE)You will learn how to turn on and use the body’s ownbuilt-in tension releasing mechanism of neurogenic tremors.Years of tension held in the body are slowly released. Theexperience is very relaxing and enjoyable. You will learn how touse this simple technique at home. Anyone who is OK with lightexercise can parcipate. Bring a blanket or yoga mat and smallpillow. Pat is cerfied in this technique, developed by Dr. DavidBercelli, internaonal trauma specialist.Instructor: Pat AmbrosicFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27626 1/15-2/5 Tu 9-10:30AM EC-LNGE27629 2/19-3/12 Tu 1-2:30PM EC-LNGESpring Desert Plant Salves, Tinctures and TeasSpring in the desert produces an abundance of plantstradionally used for food, medicine, cras and more. We willtake a short desert walk to idenfy some of the common plantsin the <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> desert areas (locaon to be announced).Then, ulizing plants such as fresh dried creosote, brilebush,mesquite leaves and desert tobacco, we’ll make a salve, ancture and a vitalizing tea or infusion. Handouts includeinstrucons. Bring water, sunglasses, hat, shoes suitable forwalking. Students should be able to comfortably walk equivalentof 6 blocks. $5 material fee paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Laurie MelroodFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27596 4/6 Sa 8:30AM-12:30PM LC-JNPRNavigang the Medical Care Maze - OwnYour HealthThis course will assist the parcipant in taking ownership as he/she encounters medical care for themselves or their loved one.The three doctors teaching this course will help you understandhow doctors and the health care system "think." In five 90minute interacve sessions, we will explore creang a personalhealth record, the office visit, the hospital encounter, where togo to inform yourself, and end of life planning. We invite youto bring a personal computer if you have one. Please bring anotebook and wring tool to the first meeng. A $5 material feewill be paid to instructor at class.Instructors: Chris Amoroso M.D., David Fla M.D., Alan McBride D.O.Fee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27128 1/11-2/8 F 2-3:30PM SRS-KINO27129 3/1-29 F 2-3:30PM SRS-KINOStop Dying, Start LivingThis class will provide parcipants with a review ofinformaon available on the acons and atudes that extendthe length and quality of our lives. The instructor will suggestacons you can take and goals you can set for yourself to moveto a healthier, more enjoyable and longer life. Class 1 - It’s All inYour Head. Class 2 - Two Four Leer Words: Exer and Cise. Class3 - Throwing Yourself into Life. Bring a notebook to class andexpect to have homework!Instructor Steve StrangeFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27319 1/17-31 Th 9-10AM LC-IRWDExercise - Fun and FitnessStretch, tone up, low-impact aerobics, dance and much moreto great music. Men are invited too. On-going class year round.Wear loose clothing and tennis shoes. Tuesdays in Palo VerdeRoom, Fridays in Saguaro Room. Drop-in fee $5. See Drop-inpolicy on page 24.Instructor: Donna ThielFee: Member 8 classes $32, 9 classes $36/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26176(8) 1/4-29 F,Tu 8-9:15AM CH-SAG26177(8) 2/1-26 F,Tu 8-9:15AM CH-SAG26178(9) 3/1-29 F,Tu 8-9:15AM CH-SAG26179(9) 4/2-30 Tu,F 8-9:15AM CH-PVRRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 25


Fun Aerobics and More!This mood enhancing and energizing workout takes careof all your fitness needs! Cardiovascular - 30 min., muscularskeletal- 15 min., flexibility and balance - 15 min. Condioningmakes you agile and strong, You will smile and sing along to thebest of big band, 50’s and 60’s music! Easy to follow, your choiceof high, low or non-impact movements allow you to controlworkout intensity to meet your experience and fitness level.Bring 1-5 lb. dumbbells, mat, water and under head support.Drop-in fee $8. See Drop-in policy on page 24. <strong>Course</strong> unavailablefor online registraon. May sign up for Tu or Thu separately.Instructor Angelika AdkinsFee: Member $21/$42/Non-member $10 more Classes: 4/8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26000 1/8-31 Tu,Th 8-9AM SRS-ANZA26001 2/5-28 Tu,Th 8-9AM SRS-ANZA26002 3/5-28 Tu,Th 8-9AM SRS-ANZAHoop DanceHoop dance uses adult size hula hoops for fitness and fun.Class will cover the basics of hooping: waist, chest and armhooping, bringing the hoop on and off the body, tricks and basicchoreography. Hooping is excellent non-impact cardio exercise andvery toning, especially in the core area. Both men and women arewelcome; anyone can do this, even if you’ve never been able tohula hoop (the larger size hoops makes it accessible for all). Hoopswill be provided for students and available for sale. It’s a workoutthat doesn’t feel like a workout and will leave you with a smile!Your instructor is a cerfied Hoopgirl Hoop Dance teacher. Formore informaon go to www.hoopgirl.comInstructor: Carrie StoverFee: Member 4 classes $40, 5 classes $50/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27537(4) 1/5-26 Sa 9:30-10:30AM LC-OCOT27538(4) 2/2-23 Sa 9:30-10:30AM LC-OCOT27539(5) 3/2-30 Sa 9:30-10:30AM LC-OCOT27540(4) 4/6-27 Sa 9:30-10:30AM LC-OCOTJazzercise®A Jazzercise® group fitness class combines dance-basedcardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, toneand lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Jazzercise® ischoreographed to today’s most popular music. The class isa fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, Yoga andKickboxing. Drop-in fee $10. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Bring a mat, weights and water.Instructor: Lisa BarnhartFee: Member $56/Non-member $66 Classes: 8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27590 1/8-31 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30AM LC-OCOT27591 2/5-28 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30AM LC-OCOT27592 3/5-28 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30AM LC-OCOT27593 4/2-25 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30AM LC-OCOTDevelop a Consistent Serve and Simple ReturnPlacement and consistency are more important than power,so you will learn with the newest instruconal aids. You willbe introduced to the flat, slice and topspin serves. The servicereturn drills will give you pracce on both your forehand andbackhand. You will learn to keep the return compact and simplefor success. Bring a tennis racket.Instructor: Ray WardlawFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26705 1/8-10 Tu-Th 12-1PM WC-TC26706 2/5-7 Tu-Th 12-1PM WC-TCImprove Your Tennis - 3 Day WorkshopThis is a three day workshop to improve your tennis game.Day 1 - will focus on consistent contact of both volleys andgroundstrokes. Day 2 - will emphasize shaping the shot andincludes predicng the movement of your opponent’s shot. Day3 - will reinforce target tennis to move your opponent. Each daywill have at least 1 hour of drill followed by compeve play tocomplete each workshop. Bring your tennis racket.Instructor: Ray WardlawFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26760 1/15-17 Tu-Th 12-1:30PM WC-TC26761 2/12-14 Tu-Th 12-1:30PM WC-TCIntroducon to Pickleball 101Learn the fundamentals of Pickleball, the fastest growing sportin North America. Great exercise and lots of fun. 1st class - courtlayout and rules, equee, grip, posion, drills for forehands,backhands, serve and dinks. 2nd class - drills for volley, dropshot, lob and overhead. 3rd class - review, coaching, sidelineshots, games with peers. Paddles available for students. Bringwater and tennis shoes.Instructor: Paul MayFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26701 1/7-21 M 12-3PM EC-PICKL26702 2/4-18 M 12-3PM EC-PICKL26703 3/4-18 M 12-3PM EC-PICKL26704 4/1-15 M 12-3PM EC-PICKLIntroducon to the Short Game of GolfThis class breaks down the short game and is for players newto the game. The focus is on Pitching/Sand Shots, Chippingand Pung. Includes PGA Golf Instrucon, pracce balls andequipment if needed. This course is held at San Ignacio GolfClub, 4201 S. Camino del Sol; meet at the Oasis at the north endof the driving range. Bring golf clubs.Instructor: Maria Przymierski, PGA or Ken Steinke, PGAFee: Member $99/Non-member $109 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27462 1/14-28 M 12:30-1:30PM SEE ABOVE27463 2/11-25 M 12:30-1:30PM SEE ABOVE27464 3/11-25 M 11:30AM-12:30PM SEE ABOVE27465 4/8-22 M 11:30AM-12:30PM SEE ABOVE26 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Intermediate Short Game Golf ClassThis class reviews the scoring shots around the green: Pitching/Sand Shots, Chipping and Pung. Includes PGA Golf Instrucon,pracce balls and equipment if needed. This class is a greatreview for players who have taken a previous GVR class and/orneed to improve upon their exisng swing. This course is held atSan Ignacio Golf Club, 4201 S. Camino del Sol; meet at the Oasisat the north end of the driving range. Bring golf clubs.Instructor: Maria Przymierski, PGA or Ken Steinke, PGAFee: Member $99/Non-member $109 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27466 1/15-29 Tu 12:30-1:30PM SEE ABOVE27467 2/12-26 Tu 12:30-1:30PM SEE ABOVE27468 3/12-26 Tu 11:30AM-12:30PM SEE ABOVE27469 4/9-23 Tu 11:30AM-12:30PM SEE ABOVEIntroducon to the Full Golf SwingThe focus of this class is on understanding the Full Golf Swing using7 Iron and Driver. The objecve is to understand where direconand distance come from in the golf swing. Includes PGA GolfInstrucon, pracce balls and equipment if needed. This course isheld at San Ignacio Golf Club, 4201 S. Camino del Sol; meet at theOasis at the north end of the driving range. Bring golf clubs.Instructor: Maria Przymierski, PGA or Ken Steinke, PGAFee: Member $99/Non-member $109 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27454 1/14-28 M 11AM-12PM SEE ABOVE27455 2/11-25 M 11AM-12PM SEE ABOVE27456 3/11-25 M 10-11AM SEE ABOVE27457 4/8-22 M 10-11AM SEE ABOVEIntermediate Full Swing Golf ClassThis class reviews the Full Swing using Irons, Fairway Woodsand Driver. This class is a great review for players who havetaken a previous GVR class and/or need to improve upon theirexisng swing. Includes PGA Golf Instrucon, pracce balls andequipment if needed. This course is held at San Ignacio GolfClub, 4201 S. Camino del Sol; meet at the Oasis at the north endof the driving range. Bring golf clubs.Instructor: Maria Przymierski, PGA or Ken Steinke, PGAFee: Member $99/Non-member $109 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27458 1/15-29 Tu 11AM-12PM SEE ABOVE27459 2/12-26 Tu 11AM-12PM SEE ABOVE27460 3/12-26 Tu 10-11AM SEE ABOVE27461 4/9-23 Tu 10-11AM SEE ABOVELearn Relaxaon - Meditaon in One Day!Dr. Sam Yulish has been meditang-relaxing since 1971. You willsee immediate results. Exercises are NO PAIN and NO STRAIN.Relaxaon-meditaon will improve every aspect of your life:physical, mental and spiritual. AND IT IS SO EASY! This class isnonreligious and has no affiliaons of any kind to any organizaon.Physically handicapped and physically challenged people arewelcome. (Check with your doctor). Start in one day improving thequality of your life. Bring chair cushion if needed.Instructor: Sam YulishFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27322 1/23 W 2-3:30PM EC-GAMEMeditaon BasicsMeditaon is recognized by health professionals as a method torelax and reduce stress. You will learn the basics of meditaonand a variety of meditaon techniques. You also will learnhow to integrate meditaon into your daily life. Instructor hasmeditated daily for 35+ years. Bring mats or cushions to class.Instructor: Ardyth GuestFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26961 2/6-3/6 W 9-11AM DH-RMAMeditaon for EveryoneLooking for more inner peace and calmness? In thiscourse you will learn the research on meditaon; a simplemeditaon technique; acvies/exercises that calm the nervoussystem and mind and how to be more peaceful throughout theday. Anyone can parcipate. Non-sectarian. Pat and Joe havebeen meditang for 40 years and love it! Pat has an M.S. inlearning disabilites and Joe has an M.A. in school psychology.Instructors: Pat and Joe AmbrosicFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME OCATION27628 2/18-3/11 M 9:30-11AM EC-GAMEMassage for CouplesBring your person of choice. Experience and learn therapeucand relaxaon massage techniques. You can help each otherfeel beer! You will have me to give and receive a significantmassage with a two-hour session. You will receive personaland interacve instrucon by a licensed massage therapist,in pracce for 22 years, who has a keen knowledge andsensivity to share. Your hands can learn these skills with lightheartedness in a focused environment. Fee is per person;must have a partner. <strong>Course</strong>s are every other week and can betaken consecuvely and concurrently. Each class will BUILD onthe needs of each couple and the SKILLS you have learned inprevious classes. Wear loose clothing and bring a set of sheets.Call instructor at 318-9590 with quesons.Instructor: Beth JonquilFee: Member $40 per person/Non-member $50 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27500 1/7 & 1/21 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27637 1/14 & 1/28 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27501 2/4 & 2/18 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27638 2/11 & 2/25 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27502 3/4 & 3/18 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27639 3/11 & 3/25 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27503 4/1 & 4/15 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQT27640 4/8 & 4/22 M 9:30AM-12PM CH-MSQTRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 27


Posture FitnessYou will learn and pracce exercises that will promote whole bodycorrecon. This is alignment work to establish muscular balancethrough stretches and gentle exercises, which can help and eveneliminate lower back and shoulder pain, chronic pain from injuriesand postural issues. It will help correct disparity between the twosides of the body. With pracce it can help restore balance andbuild funconal strength. Wear loose clothing and bring a yogamat. You must be able to get up and down from the floor as therewill be exercises standing, on the floor and on the knees. Drop-infee $12. See Drop-in policy on page 24. Call instructor at 318-9590with quesons.Instructor: Beth JonquilFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27522 1/9-30 W 10-11:30AM SRS-FSTA27523 2/6-27 W 10-11:30AM SRS-FSTA27524 3/6-27 W 10-11:30AM SRS-FSTA27525 4/3-24 W 10-11:30AM SRS-FSTAPut Your Feet First!Do you have bunions, arthris, fallen arches, tendonis, fasciis,and/or loss of balance, strength and flexibility in your feet? Thisone hour interacve class will give you tools and informaonto work out the kinks in your own feet. We will pracce specificstretches and strengthening exercises, as well as working onyour gait to help you feel more confident in your own shoes. Wespend our whole lives walking on our feet and never pay muchaenon to them unl they start to hurt. Come and find out howyou can start pampering them so they feel beer.Instructor: Jennifer AdolfsFee: Member $10/Non-member $20 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26286 1/25 F 1-2PM LC-ACAC26287 2/25 M 3:30-4:30PM LC-ACAC26288 3/15 F 10:30-11:30AM ABN-RECLearn to SwimThis course is an introducon to the water; including floang,stroking and kicking for the front crawl, airway control, turningover in the water and recovery skills. The instructor is a RedCross Cerfied Lifeguard and has been a Water Safety Instructorfor 30 plus years.Instructor: Leslie AkersFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27472 1/8-29 Tu 1-1:45PM CR-POOL27473 2/5-26 Tu 1-1:45PM CR-POOL27474 3/5-26 Tu 1-1:45PM CR-POOL27475 4/2-23 Tu 1-1:45PM CR-POOLImprove Your StrokesThis course will review beginner skills, plus rhythmic breathingfor the front crawl. It will also include instrucon in theelementary backstroke and the racing back stroke. The instructoris a Red Cross Cerfied Lifeguard and has been a Water SafetyInstructor for 30 plus years.Instructor: Leslie AkersFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27476 1/8-29 Tu 2-2:45PM CR-POOL27477 2/5-26 Tu 2-2:45PM CR-POOL27478 3/5-26 Tu 2-2:45PM CR-POOL27479 4/2-23 Tu 2-2:45PM CR-POOLSwimming for FitnessThis class will review the breathing for the front crawl. It willalso cover the breast stroke, treading water and flip turns for lapswimming. The instructor is a Red Cross Cerfied Lifeguard and hasbeen a Water Safety Instructor for 30 plus years.Instructor: Leslie AkersFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27656 1/8-29 Tu 12-12:45PM CR-POOL27657 2/5-26 Tu 12-12:45PM CR-POOL27658 3/5-26 Tu 12-12:45PM CR-POOL27659 4/2-23 Tu 12-12:45PM CR-POOLTry Scuba ExperienceWere you ever curious about how it might feel to experiencebeing weightless like an astronaut or to breathe underwater andsee what it would be like to explore the world’s oceans? 75% ofour planet is underwater. Let us show you how you can explorethe rest of our planet. Begin a lifeme of fun and adventure now.This 2 hour "try scuba diving" experience allows you to learn thebasics of scuba diving and experience using scuba equipmentin the pool so you can experience what it is like to scuba dive.We will give you about 30 minutes of instrucon on the basicsof diving and spend 90 minutes using scuba diving equipment inthe pool. Equipment provided.Instrucon by Desert Divers Scuba CenterFee: Member $25/Non-member $35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27598 1/10 Th 1-3PM LC-POOL27599 2/7 Th 1-3PM LC-POOL27600 3/7 Th 1-3PM LC-POOL27601 4/11 Th 1-3PM LC-POOLSnorkeling ClassHave you ever gone on vacaon and tried to go snorkeling andended up with a mask full of water, or choking on water whentrying to clear your snorkel, and you saw all kinds of beaufulfish below you but could not figure out how to swim downto them? This 2 hour snorkeling class has been developed toteach you everything you need to know to be able to safely,comfortably and confidently go snorkeling. You will learn howto select properly fing equipment, be able to clear watercomfortably from your mask and snorkel, learn proper use ofyour fins, perform surface dives to explore underwater andlearn about the physiology of snorkeling. Equipment provided.Instrucon by Desert Divers Scuba Center.Fee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27606 1/23 W 1-3PM LC-POOL27607 2/27 W 1-3PM LC-POOL27608 3/21 Th 1-3PM LC-POOL27609 4/23 Tu 1-3PM LC-POOL28 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Open Water Scuba <strong>Course</strong>Escape the bonds of gravity and learn to explore the other75% of our planet. The class is open to people 10 yr. andolder. Learning to Scuba Dive consists of classroom and pooltraining and your final step to receiving your cerficaonis demonstrang the skills you learned in the pool and theclassroom in the ocean. The ocean poron of the course (SanCarlos Weekend Trip approximately $359) and cerficaonis separate and arranged through the Scuba Center; contactDesert Divers at 520-887-2822 for details. This course consistsof 16 hours of training. We will do 3 classroom sessions and 2pool sessions during your training. You will learn a variety ofengaging topics ranging from oceanography to diving physiology.In the pool you will learn all the necessary skills to be a safe,comfortable and confident scuba diver. Material fee of $64.95 forText/DVD/Tables paid to Desert Divers. Students must read textprior to first class. Mask, fins, snorkel, boots and gloves whichwill range from $219.00 to $420.00 will be discussed at first classand must be purchased by the first class in the pool.Instrucon by Desert Divers Scuba Center, 3110 E. Fort LowellRd., Tucson, AZ 85716Fee: Member $125/Non-member $135 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27602 2/22 F 9AM-2PM CPII-REC2/27 W 9AM-12PM CPII-REC2/27 W 1-4PM CPII-POOL2/28 TH 9AM-12PM CPII-REC2/28 TH 1-4PM CPII-POOL27604 3/15 F 9AM-2PM CPII-REC3/20 W 9AM-12PM LC-ACAC3/20 W 1-4PM CPII-POOL3/21 TH 9AM-12PM LC-IRWD3/21 TH 1-4PM CPII-POOL27605 4/19 F 9AM-2PM CPII-REC4/23 TU 9AM-12PM CPII-REC4/23 TU 1-4PM CPII-POOL4/24 W 9AM-12PM CPII-REC4/24 W 1-4PM CPII-POOLPilates for Healthy Back and JointsThis class will focus on the 12 fundamental exercises and the 6principles of Pilates. They are designed to increase your bodyawareness by placing your focus on using your core musculatureto gain a beer understanding of the Pilates work. This isa gentle low intensity class for all populaons who want toimprove their core strength and agility. This class also makesmodificaons for those with back and joint issues such as;Osteoporosis, Stenosis, Arthris, etc. Bring an exercise mat andtowel or pillow. NO CLASS 2/18.Instructor: Jennifer AdolfsFee: Member 3 classes $25, 4 classes $34/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26275(4) 1/7-28 M 9:40-10:30AM LC-JNPR26276(3) 2/4-25 M 9:40-10:30AM LC-JNPRPilates with the Resista BandThis mat Pilates class ulizes the resista band to help you gainmore strength and flexibility from the classic Pilates exercises.The band will assist in taking you deeper into the Pilates workwith the aid of extra tension. You will find new ways to increaseflexibility and strength from the original mat exercises. No priorPilates experience necessary to join this class. Bring a mat andstretch band if you have it. Instructor has extra bands availablefor your use.Instructor: Jennifer AdolfsFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26284 4/1-29 M 8:30-9:40AM LC-JNPRPilates, Beginner Level MatPilates beginner level mat exercises for those with lile or noexperience. This class is designed to improve your flexibility, corestrength, posture, balance, breathing, and body awareness. Bringa mat and small pillow if needed.Instructor: Jennifer AdolfsFee: Member 5 classes $42, 6 classes $51/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26280(6) 1/4-2/8 F 9-9:50AM LC-CTWD26281(5) 3/1-29 F 9-9:50AM LC-CTWDPilates, Intermediate Level MatThis class is designed for those with at least one year priorPilates experience. These exercises include intermediate andadvanced level progressions to further challenge your corestrength and concentraon. This class will include the standingPilates exercises as well. Please bring a mat and pillow if needed.Drop-ins $10. See Drop-in policy on page 24. NO CLASS 2/18.Instructor: Jennifer AdolfsFee: Member 3 classes $25, 4 classes $34/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26277(4) 1/7-28 M 8:30-9:20AM LC-JNPR26278(3) 2/4-25 M 8:30-9:20AM LC-JNPR26279(4) 3/4-25 M 8:30-9:20AM LC-JNPRBodyQuest Pilates Magic CircleUsing the magic circle, one of Joseph Pilates auxiliarypieces of equipment, you will tone, strengthen and lengthenyour muscles, while creang ease and flexibility in your joints.Drop-in fee $10. See Drop-in policy on page 24. Please bring yourown mat and water. Class may be done on mat or chair.Instrucon by Body Quest Pilates.Fee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27552 1/10-31 Th 8:30-9:30AM LC-CTWD27553 2/7-28 Th 8:30-9:30AM LC-CTWD27554 3/7-28 Th 8:30-9:30AM LC-CTWD27555 4/4-25 Th 8:30-9:30AM LC-CTWDRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 29


BodyQuest Pilates Foam Roller ClassUsing foam rollers, this class will focus on core strengthand stability, stretching, myofacial release, self massage, posturalalignment and balance exercises. Drop-in fee $10. See Dropinpolicy on page 24. Please bring your own mat and water.Instrucon by Body Quest Pilates.Fee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27556 1/10-31 Th 9:45-10:45AM LC-CTWD27557 2/7-28 Th 9:45-10:45AM LC-CTWD27558 3/7-28 Th 9:45-10:45AM LC-CTWD27559 4/4-25 Th 9:45-10:45AM LC-CTWDStep/Floor Aerobics - BeginningThis is an exhilarang, challenging, yet moderate and SAFEworkout! We’ll do 40 minutes of warm up and step aerobics,followed by upper body strength training and finish with asoothing total body stretch - your body will thank you! Bring lightto moderate weights, mat, towel and water. Drop-in fee $8. SeeDrop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Lucy KehlFee: Member 8 classes $48, 9 classes $54/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26991(8) 1/4-29 F,Tu 9:30-10:30AM CV-REC26992(8) 2/1-26 F,Tu 9:30-10:30AM CV-REC26993(9) 3/1-29 F,Tu 9:30-10:30AM CV-REC26994(9) 4/2-30 Tu,F 9:30-10:30AM CV-RECStep Intervals Plus - IntermediateLove step aerobics? Want to tone the upper and lower body? Thisis the class for you. We will mix step aerobics with weight trainingsegments throughout the hour. This class is packed with highenergy FUN and will burn lots of calories! We will work on ourabdominals and enjoy a nice rewarding stretch at the end of class.Please bring a set of weights (based on your skill level), mat, toweland water. Discounted fee if taking 2 or 3 Lowe classes per week.Class unavailable for online registraon. Drop-in fee $8, See Dropinpolicy on page 24. This is a 70 minute class.Instructor: Robin LoweFee: Member 4 classes $28/$24, 5 classes $35/$30/Non-member$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26129(5) 1/3-31 Th 8-9:10AM CV-REC26130(4) 1/5-26 Sa 8-9:10AM CV-REC26131(4) 1/7-28 M 8-9:10AM CV-REC26132(4) 2/2-23 Sa 8-9:10AM CV-REC26133(4) 2/4-25 M 8-9:10AM CV-REC26134(4) 2/7-28 Th 8-9:10AM CV-REC26135(5) 3/2-30 Sa 8-9:10AM CV-REC26136(4) 3/4-25 M 8-9:10AM CV-REC26137(4) 3/7-28 Th 8-9:10AM CV-REC26138(5) 4/1-29 M 8-9:10AM CV-REC26139(4) 4/4-25 Th 8-9:10AM CV-REC26140(4) 4/6-27 Sa 8-9:10AM CV-RECTai Chi Wu Style - BeginningThis course will present most of the first secon of the Wu styleof Tai Chi Chuan. Goals of the course are: improved balance,relaxaon, movement of energy and fun. Quong Tai Chi masterProfessor Cheng Man-Ching: "The most important reason tostudy Tai Chi is that when you finally reach a place where youunderstand what life is about, you’ll have the energy to enjoy it.Whoever pracces Tai Chi, correctly and regularly, twice a day overa period of me, will gain the pliability of a child, the health of alumberjack, and the peace of mind of a sage." NO CLASS 3/4.Instructor: Heidi WilsonFee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26391 1/14-3/11 M 8-9AM EC-AUDTai Chi Wu Style - ConnuingPrerequisite: Tai Chi Wu Style - Beginning. This class isa connuaon of the Tai Chi Wu Style Beginning class,progressing further in the form. Goals of this course areimproved balance, relaxed body, alert mind, movement ofenergy and fun! NO CLASS 3/4.Instructor: Heidi WilsonFee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26392 1/14-3/11 M 9:15-10:15AM EC-AUDMullevel Gentle YogaThis is a gentle form of Hatha yoga for your overallhealth, renewal and peace of mind. The focus is on inwardaenon and breathing with a non-compeve/non-judgmentalapproach to your own self-discovery. The slow flow of variousclassical/modified yoga poses allows you to explore your hiddenpotenal. Complete the experience with deep relaxaon/guidedmeditaon. Bring a yoga scky mat, strap, small pillow, blanket,empty stomach and open mind. All experience levels welcome.Drop-in fee $9. See Drop-in policy on page 24. <strong>Course</strong> unavailablefor online registraon. May sign up for Tu or Thu separately.Instructor Angelika AdkinsFee: Member $26/$52/Non-member $10 more Classes: 4/8CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26003 1/8-31 Tu,Th 9:10-10:10AM SRS-ANZA26004 2/5-28 Tu,Th 9:10-10:10AM SRS-ANZA26005 3/5-28 Tu,Th 9:10-10:10AM SRS-ANZAYoga Flow - Level IIThis course is for basic-plus to intermediate levelstudents. Aendees must have knowledge of yoga and anongoing yoga pracce. This class will move through asanas withvinyasa (linking) and breath - some alignment principles will betaught. Please bring your own mat and blanket. Drop-in fee $12.See Drop-in policy on page 24. NOTE: 2/7 class in CoonwoodRoom, remaining classes in Juniper Room.Instructor: Kathy EddsFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26309 1/10-31 Th 1:30-2:30PM LC-JNPR26310 2/7-28 Th 1:30-2:30PM LC-CTWD26311 3/7-28 Th 1:30-2:30PM LC-JNPR30 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Yoga for BeginnersYoga for beginners with no previous yoga experience andstudents who may desire a gentler pracce will be repeatedmany mes to develop a firm command and understanding ofbasic yoga principles. Emphasis will be on breath, alignment,stretching, toning and balancing. Benefits are progressive andexperienced in each class. PROPS REQUIRED: yoga mat, 8’ yogastrap, 1-2 blankets (Mexican blankets work well). Instructor hasprops for sale. Discounted fees if taking two or more Seja classesper week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Drop-in fee$12. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Seja SnowFee: Member $40/$30/Non-member $50/$40 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26465 1/7-28 M 1:30-3PM LC-CTWD26466 2/4-25 M 1:30-3PM LC-CTWD26467 3/4-25 M 1:30-3PM LC-CTWD26468 4/8-29 M 1:30-3PM LC-CTWDYoga - Level I/IIThis class is for students with substanal yoga experience,providing a more vigorous, challenging pracce and buildson prior knowledge gained in the Beginners class. A firmunderstanding and command of fundamental yoga poses andprinciples is required. An in-depth study of Sun Salutaonis presented and more advanced poses may be explored aswe connue to build on past learning. Meditave approachand Focused breathing is encouraged. Bring your own props.REQUIRED: yoga mat, 8’ yoga strap, 2-3 blankets (Mexicanblankets work well) and 2 blocks. Instructor has props for sale.Discounted fees if taking two or more Seja classes per week.<strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Drop-in fee $12. SeeDrop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Seja SnowFee: Member $40/$30/Non-member $50/$40 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26469 1/7-28 M 9-10:30AM LC-CTWD26470 2/4-25 M 9-10:30AM LC-CTWD26471 3/4-25 M 9-10:30AM LC-CTWD26472 4/8-29 M 9-10:30AM LC-CTWDChair YogaEasy way to pracce yoga and well suited for everyone,especially for people who cannot get down on the floor and havelimited range of mobility. Connect to your breath, flow throughguided yoga poses to loosen up joints, strengthen muscles andstretch ght places using the chair for support. Props a must:yoga mat, 8’ yoga strap, two Mexican blankets. Instructor hasprops for sale. Discounted fees if taking two or more Seja classesper week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Drop-in fee$12. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Seja SnowFee: Member $40/$30/Non-member $50/$40 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26477 1/10-31 Th 9-10:15AM LC-JNPR26478 2/7-28 Th 9-10:15AM LC-JNPR26479 3/7-28 Th 9-10:15AM LC-JNPR26480 4/4-25 Th 9-10:15AM LC-JNPRYoga - To Restore and Relieve StressOen untapped jewel of yoga pracce; Missing link to completecare of oneself. Can be therapeuc as a complement to anyongoing medical treatments or stand on its own. Supported,gentle yet deeply effecve pracce using props to do thework for us. Deeply quieng to the mind and body. PROPSARE A MUST FOR THIS PRACTICE: yoga mat, 8’ yoga strap,2 plus blankets (Mexican blankets work well), and for mostpeople block and bolster. Instructor has props for sale or rent.Discounted fees if taking two or more Seja classes per week.<strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Drop-in fee $12.See Drop-in policy on page 24. NOTE: FIRST FEB. CLASS ON 2/7BEGINS AT 10:45AM, OTHERS BEGIN AT 11AM.Instructor: Seja SnowFee: Member $40/$30/Non-member $50/$40 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26481 1/10-31 Th 11AM-12:15PM LC-JNPR26482 2/7-28 Th 10:45AM-12PM LC-JNPR26483 3/7-28 Th 11AM-12:15PM LC-JNPR26484 4/4-25 Th 11AM-12:15PM LC-JNPRYoga for Back CareThis class will benefit you by stretching and aligning the spineby way of correcng its asymmetry, forfying necessary musclesto stabilize the back and shoulders for needed strength andcreang flexibility for a more comfortable back. PROPS ARE AMUST. Required: yoga scky mat, 2 blankets (Mexican blanketswork well) and 8’ yoga strap. Props may be purchased frominstructor. Discounted fees if taking two or more Seja classesper week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Drop-in fee$12. See Drop-in policy on page 24.Instructor: Seja SnowFee: Member $40/$30/Non-member $50/$40 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26473 1/8-29 Tu 9-10:15AM LC-AGAVE26474 2/5-26 Tu 9-10:15AM LC-AGAVE26475 3/5-26 Tu 9-10:15AM LC-AGAVE26476 4/9-30 Tu 9-10:15AM LC-AGAVEYoga for ArthrisThis class is for those with lile or no yoga experience andsuffering with Arthris-- the lock-- which restricts movement,while yoga --the key-- can increase the range of moon andflexibility. Focus in this class will be on gentle stretching inboth standing, seated, and reclining poses. The objecve is tobring the body and mind into balance and harmony. Variousbreathing exercises will also be explored. Instructor RichardRoth, diagnosed with both RA and OA, is a cerfied, rered AZHigh school teacher who has twice studied yoga in India. YogaAlliance has cerfied Rich as an experienced, registered yogateacher, E-500 RYT. Discounted fees if taking two or more Rothclasses per week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon.Drop-in fee $11. See Drop-in policy on page 24. REQUIRED: yogamat, 8’ strap, two blocks, two firm blankets (may be purchasedfrom instructor) and an empty stomach.NOTE: 2/26 class in Ironwood Room.Instructor: Richard RothFee: Member $32/$28/Non-member $42/$38 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26514 1/8-29 Tu 10-11AM LC-OCOT26515 2/5-26 Tu 10-11AM LC-OCOT26516 3/5-26 Tu 10-11AM LC-OCOT26517 4/2-23 Tu 10-11AM LC-OCOTRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 31


Introducon to Hatha Yoga SaguaroMen and women are invited to experience the many benefits ofHatha Yoga Saguaro. No experience necessary. Come as sff asyou are. Every one can do some yoga. You will be encouraged todo "as much as you can" each class to improve your flexibility,balance, strength and overall well being. Deep breathing exerciseswill assist to relax and soothe your mind and body. InstructorRichard Roth, is a cerfied, rered AZ High school teacher who hastwice studied yoga in India. Yoga Alliance has cerfied Rich as anexperienced, registered yoga teacher, E-500 RYT. Discounted fees iftaking two or more Roth classes per week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable foronline registraon. Drop-in fee $11. See Drop-in policy on page 24.REQUIRED: yoga mat, 8’ strap, two blocks, two firm blankets (maybe purchased from instructor) and an empty stomach.NOTE: 2/26 class in Ironwood Room.Instructor: Richard RothFee: Member $32/$28/Non-member $42/$38 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26592 1/8-29 Tu 8:30-9:30AM LC-OCOT26593 2/5-26 Tu 8:30-9:30AM LC-OCOT26594 3/5-26 Tu 8:30-9:30AM LC-OCOT26595 4/2-23 Tu 8:30-9:30AM LC-OCOTHatha Yoga Saguaro - Level IOpen to yoga students of all levels who want to start or improvetheir yoga pracce, the objecve of Hatha yoga is to bring intounion/harmony/ balance-the body, breath, and mind. Studentswill experience and explore a wide variety of yoga poses andbreathing techniques. You will receive inspiraons from theteachings of BNS Iyengar, Max Strom, Bob Smith and Ki McGraw.Yoga Alliance has cerfied Richard, E-500 RYT, experienced,registered yoga teacher. REQUIRED and available for purchasefrom the instructor: yoga mat, two blocks, firm blanket, and strap.Drop-in fee $11. See Drop-in policy on page 24. Discounted fee iftaking 2 or more Roth classes/week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for onlineregistraon. NO CLASS 3/22, 4/26 class in Ironwood Room.Instructor: Rich RothFee: Member $32/$28/Non-member $42/$38 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26499 1/4-25 F 11AM-12PM LC-OCOT26498 1/9-30 W 11AM-12PM LC-IRWD26500 2/1-22 F 11AM-12PM LC-OCOT26501 2/6-27 W 11AM-12PM LC-IRWD26502 3/1-29 F 11AM-12PM LC-OCOT26503 3/6-27 W 11AM-12PM LC-IRWD26504 4/3-24 W 11AM-12PM LC-IRWD26505 4/5-26 F 11AM-12PM LC-OCOTFind A Mistake?It is our policy toinclude something foreveryone. Since somepeople like to finderrors, we regularlyinclude a few in ourpublications to meet this need.Hatha Yoga Saguaro - Level IIThis class is for students experienced with basic yoga posturesand who have pracced yoga regularly for a full year. Classesare a sequence of sun salutaons, standing/seated postures,back bending and inversions. You will receive inspiraons fromthe teachings of BNS Iyengar, Max Strom, Bob Smith and KiMcGraw. Emphasis is on the breath and developing balance,concentraon, and openness in the body/mind. Yoga Alliancehas cerfied Richard, E-500 RYT, experienced, registered yogateacher. REQUIRED and available for purchase from instructor:yoga mat, two blocks, firm blanket, and strap. Drop-in fee $12.See Drop-in policy on page 24. Discounted fee if taking 2 or moreRoth classes/week. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon.NO CLASS 3/22, 4/26 class in Ironwood Room.Instructor: Rich RothFee: Member $36/$32/Non-member $46/$42 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26507 1/4-25 F 9-10:30AM LC-OCOT26506 1/9-30 W 9-10:30AM LC-IRWD26508 2/1-22 F 9-10:30AM LC-OCOT26509 2/6-27 W 9-10:30AM LC-IRWD26510 3/1-29 F 9-10:30AM LC-OCOT26511 3/6-27 W 9-10:30AM LC-IRWD26512 4/3-24 W 9-10:30AM LC-IRWD26513 4/5-26 F 9-10:30AM LC-OCOTYoga IThis is an introductory course to Yoga-asanas (poses), supportedby breathing awareness. Much is about preparing the bodythrough stretching and limb rotaon. The exercises are basic,gentle and very beneficial. The class will consist of mostly floorwork with some standing poses. Please come with an emptystomach. Bring mat, blanket and strap.Instructor: Eveli SabaeFee: Member 4 classes $34, 5 classes $42/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26454(4) 1/8-29 Tu 10:30-11:30AM LC-JNPR26455(4) 2/5-26 Tu 10:30-11:30AM LC-JNPR26456(4) 3/5-26 Tu 10:30-11:30AM LC-JNPR26457(5) 4/2-30 Tu 10:30-11:30AM LC-JNPRYoga IIThis course covers a wide range of Yoga poses, from forward bendsto balancing poses, backbends and more if possible. You need to befit, flexible and mindful to enroll in this class. NOTE: Yoga I requiredbefore aending this class. If you have previous Yoga experience,please contact instructor prior to registering at 881-0384.Instructor: Eveli SabaeFee: Member 4 classes $40, 5 classes $50/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26458(4) 1/8-29 Tu 8:30-10AM LC-JNPR26459(4) 2/5-26 Tu 8:30-10AM LC-JNPR26460(4) 3/5-26 Tu 8:30-10AM LC-JNPR26461(5) 4/2-30 Tu 8:30-10AM LC-JNPR32 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Yoga - Meditaon WorkshopMeditaon is the heart of yoga and its ulmate aspiraon.These sessions are open to everyone, regardless of levels ofexperience. Emphasis will be on individual and group pracce. Firstsession: Basic techniques of awareness of body and breath whilelying down, sing and walking. Second session: We will review anddeepen techniques according to parcipants’ needs and introduceheart-opening pracces. Individual pracce of first session techniquesis encouraged before aending the second session. Bring mat orblanket, firm pillow(s) and notebook. Fee is per session.Instructor: Eveli SabaeFee: Member $22/Non-member $32 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27009 2/16 Sa 9:30-11:30AM SRS-FSTA27010 3/16 Sa 9:30-11:30AM SRS-FSTAYogacizeAdd a Lan beat and 50/60/70’s rock to your yoga pracce withYOGACIZE. This class promises to improve cardio funcons,increase flexibility, improve balance, strengthen your core,tone your muscles and exercise your face for a more youthfulappearance. Each session includes a light aerobic warm-up,weight training, a variety of yoga stretches, and a final relaxaonsegment. Join the fun. Bring a mat, water, and 2 or 5 lb. weights.Discounted fee if taking both Wed. and Fri. classes concurrently.Drop-in fee $7. See Drop-in policy on page 24. This courseunavailable for online registraon.Instructor: Jan JordanFee: Member 6 classes $36/$30, 7 classes $42/$35/Non-member$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26485(6) 1/2-2/6 W 8-9AM CV-REC26486(6) 1/4-2/8 F 8-9AM CV-REC26487(7) 2/13-3/27 W 8-9AM CV-REC26488(7) 2/15-3/29 F 8-9AM CV-RECZumba® GoldThis is a low to medium impact Lan dance aerobics class. Thefocus of this class is to tone, increase awareness of breathingduring movement and to improve endurance and coordinaon.The class is also for those who want to incorporate weight bearingexercises into their fitness roune. Move and dance to simplechoreography with fun, improvisaonal dance to salsa, merengue,mambo and much more. No previous dance experience necessary,just the desire to have fun. Terri James is cerfied in Zumba® Goldand has over 25 years of dance training. Drop-in fee $10. SeeDrop-in policy on page 24. Bring 1 to 1.5 lb. weights and water.Discounted fee if taking both Mon. and Wed. classes concurrently.This class unavailable for online registraon.Instructor: Terri JamesFee: Member 4 classes $32/$28, 5 classes $40/$35/Non-member$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27237(4) 1/7-28 M 9-10AM LC-OCOT27238(4) 1/9-30 W 9-10AM LC-OCOT27239(4) 2/4-25 M 9-10AM LC-OCOT27240(4) 2/6-27 W 9-10AM LC-OCOT27241(4) 3/4-25 M 9-10AM LC-OCOT27242(4) 3/6-27 W 9-10AM LC-OCOT27243(5) 4/1-29 M 9-10AM LC-OCOT27244(4) 4/3-24 W 9-10AM LC-OCOTZumba® Gold with Toning - RebeccaZumba® Gold Toning is all the fun of Zumba® with dynamiclightweight resistance training. Build muscle strength, increasebone density, improve posture and coordinaon. Drop-in fee$10. See Drop-in policy on page 24. Discounted fee if takingboth Tu and Th classes concurrently Class unavailable for onlineregistraon. Bring 1-2 lb. weights and water.Instructor: Rebecca Piña CammarotaFee: Member 2 classes $16/$14, 4 classes $32/$28/Non-member$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27253(4) 1/8-29 Tu 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27254(4) 1/10-31 Th 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27255(4) 2/5-26 Tu 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27256(4) 2/7-28 Th 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27257(4) 3/5-26 Tu 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27258(4) 3/7-28 Th 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27259(2) 4/2-9 Tu 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWD27260(2) 4/2-11 Th 4:30-5:30PM LC-CTWDZumba® BasicJoin the Party! Learn the basics of salsa, cha cha, reggae,mambo and more. Then we’ll put it together into Fun Dances!Modificaons will be shown for all fitness levels. Emphasis willbe on balance, posture and breath. Drop-in fee $8. See Drop-inpolicy on page 24. Bring water.Instructor: Lucy KehlFee: Member 8 classes $48, 9 classes $54/Non-member $10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26995(8) 1/4-29 F,Tu 10:45-11:45AM CV-REC26996(8) 2/1-26 F,Tu 10:45-11:45AM CV-REC26997(9) 3/1-29 F,Tu 10:45-11:45AM CV-REC26998(9) 4/2-30 Tu,F 10:45-11:45AM CV-RECLanguage Arts and WritingAmuse Your Muse with PoetryIf your poetry experience has been sfled, this course will freeyou to express yourself using free form style. You will write, read,crique and revise. Bring notebook and pen or pencil.NO electronic wring devices.Instructor: Becky McCreary is a published poet.Fee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27087 2/12-26 Tu 6-8PM LC-ACACBasic Sign LanguageBasic Sign Language is an introducon to the language ofSigns. You will learn the alphabet, numbers, days of the week,months of the year, greengs, about 100 words, deaf cultureand body placement of signs. Basic sign is the foundaon forConversaonal Sign language. Come and begin to learn thisbeauful language. Instructor has taught sign language for over25 years. Required text The Art of Sign Language Phrases byChristopher Brown (available locally). Material fee of $5 paid toinstructor at class.Instructor: Debrah JonesFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27542 1/10-2/14 Th 9-10:30AM CPI-RECRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 33


Conversaonal Sign LanguageConversaonal Sign Language connues where Basic SignLanguage le off. Must have completed Basic Sign Language.We will connue to learn more signs, sentences, idioms and willengage in in-class sign conversaons. This class will expand yourknowledge of signs and your ability to communicate in Sign. Signlanguage is a very good exercise for hands and brain. Instructorhas taught sign language for over 25 years. Required text TheArt of Sign Language Phrases by Christopher Brown (availablelocally). Material fee of $5 paid to instructor at class.Instructor Debrah JonesFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27543 2/21-3/28 Th 9-10:30AM CPI-RECFrench IStart - or start again - learning French with confidence. Wewill focus on oral communicaon, travel vocabulary and basicgrammar. Required text: Learn French the Fast and Fun Way, byElizabeth Bourquin Leete. Instructor is a French nave speaker.Instructor: Sylvie Robertshaw, M. Ed.Fee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26400 1/8-2/5 Tu 9:30-11:30AM LC-ACACFrench IIKnowledge of some French is required for this class. We willexplore the French language and the French culture througheveryday situaons using oral communicaon. Required text:Learn French the Fast and Fun Way, by Elizabeth Bourquin Leete.Instructor is a French nave speaker.Instructor: Sylvie Robertshaw M. Ed.Fee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26401 2/19-3/19 Tu 9:30-11:30AM LC-ACACFrench ConversaonCee classe est pour les personnes qui veulent praquer. Lessujets de conversaon sont choisis par les parcipants dugroupe. On peut donc prendre cee classe plusieurs fois pour leplaisir de parler et de progresser encore. Instructor is a Frenchnave speaker. Small fee may apply for handouts.Instructor: Sylvie Robertshaw, M. Ed.Fee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26402 1/11-2/8 F 9:30-11:30AM LC-ACACIntroducon to GermanThis course will focus on the language, food, customs andgeography of German speaking countries. You will learn basicgreengs, how to order a meal and useful expressions. There willbe no book, but handouts are included. This will be a fun classpresented by a very energec, animated teacher who has been ahigh school German teacher for many years. She has also taughtGerman to children and adults.Instructor: Linda WallFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27643 1/9-2/6 W 9:30-11AM ABS-REC27644 3/13-4/10 W 9:30-11AM ABS-RECItalian IPlanning on traveling to Italy or just wanng to learn thelanguage? Learn basic vocabulary, grammar and conversaon.Customs are also covered. Text: Learn Italian the Fast and FunWay by Marcel Danesi (available locally). The instructor is anave speaker with years of teaching experience.Instructor: AnnamariaFee: Member $78/Non-member $88 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26248 1/9-2/13 W 9-10:30AM CH-MSQTItalian II - Part AThis class is a connuaon of Italian I or requires some knowledgeof the language. The class covers grammar, vocabulary anddictaon with emphasis on conversaon and role playing. Customsand Italian culture are also covered. Text: Learn Italian the Fastand Fun Way, by Marcel Danesi (available locally). The instructoris a nave speaker with years of teaching experience.Instructor: AnnamariaFee: Member $78/Non-member $88 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26249 1/9-2/13 W 10:45AM-12PM CH-MSQT26250 2/20-3/27 W 10:45AM-12PM CH-MSQTItalian II - Part BThis is a connuaon of Italian I and Italian II - Part A. Must havetaken either or have some knowledge of the language. We willcover more grammar, some irregular verbs, vocabulary withgreater emphasis on conversaon and role playing. Some customsand Italian culture will also be covered. Text: Learn Italian the Fastand Fun Way, by Marcel Danesi (available locally). The instructoris a nave speaker with years of teaching experience.Instructor: AnnamariaFee: Member $78/Non-member $88 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26251 1/9-2/13 W 1-2:30PM CH-MSQT26252 2/20-3/27 W 1-2:30PM CH-MSQTItalian - ConversaonThis class is for students with previous experience in the Italianlanguage. Ready to mix and discuss various topics in a fun casualclass atmosphere? Conversing, reading and role playing.... jointo further improve your knowledge of the Italian language. Text:Italian Vocabulary by Gobe (available locally). The instructor isa nave speaker with years of teaching experience.Instructor: AnnamariaFee: Member $78/Non-member $88 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26253 1/9-2/13 W 2:45-4:15PM CH-MSQT26254 2/20-3/27 W 2:45-4:15PM CH-MSQT34 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


The Sounds of SpanishIf you never studied Spanish, you may find the words you seeon street signs and in restaurants difficult to pronounce. Bylearning the "sounds of Spanish," you will be able to say thosewords (even if you do not know their meaning!) We will focuson pronunciaon and also learn some vocabulary and phrasesas an introducon to the Spanish language. Material fee $3 forhandouts paid to instructor at class. Instructor has 30 yearsexperience in adult educaon.Instructor: Sarah Hogan-McNu, M.A.Fee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27154 1/21-2/4 M,Th 1:-2:30PM SRS-FSTA27155 2/18-27 M,W,F 10-11:30AM CR-AMADOMAS (More) Sounds of SpanishIs it me for a review? Would you like to add to what youlearned in "Sounds of Spanish?" Let’s enjoy MAS pronunciaonpracce, MAS vocabulary and MAS fun!Instructor: Sarah Hogan-McNu, M.A.Fee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27541 3/4-8 M,W,F 10AM-12PM CR-AMADOSpanish - BasicsThis course is an introducon to learn the alphabet and words,telling me, greengs, useful expressions and even how to ordera meal. Handouts included. Zandra Pardi, B.A., is a nave speakerand experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27049 1/7-21 M 9-11AM DH-RMC27050 1/10-24 Th 9-11AM DH-RMCSpanish - Elementary IThis class is for those who have finished Basic Spanish. Thecourse covers present tense of regular verbs. Required text:Pracce Makes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses, by DorothyDevney Richmond. Zandra Pardi, B.A., is a nave speaker andexperienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27051 1/28-3/4 M 9-11AM DH-RMC27052 1/31-3/7 Th 9-11AM DH-RMCSpanish - Elementary IIThis course is for those who have completed Spanish Elementary I.The course covers verbs "to be, ser and estar." Required text: PracceMakes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond.Zandra Pardi B.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27053 3/11-4/15 M 9-11AM DH-RMC27054 3/14-4/18 Th 9-11AM DH-RMCSpanish - Elementary IIIThis course is for those who have completed Spanish ElementaryII. The course covers "hay", "tener" and the personal "a."Required text: Pracce Makes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses byDorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra Pardi B.A., is a nave speakerand experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27055 1/8-2/5 Tu 12:30-2:30PM LC-ACACSpanish - Elementary IVThis course is for those who have completed SpanishElementary III. The course covers common irregular verbs,"saber" and "conocer." Required text: Pracce Makes PerfectSpanish Verb Tenses by Dorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra PardiB.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27060 2/12-3/19 Tu 12:30-2:30PM LC-ACACSpanish - Elementary VThis course is for those who have completed SpanishElementary IV. The course covers reflexive verbs, "gustar" and thepresent progressive tense. Required text: Pracce Makes PerfectSpanish Verb Tenses by Dorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra PardiB.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27061 3/26-4/30 Tu 12:30-2:30PM LC-ACACSpanish - Intermediate IThis course is for those who have completed Spanish ElementaryV. The course covers the preterite tense. Required text: PracceMakes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond.Zandra Pardi B.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27065 1/9-2/13 W 1:30-3:30PM LC-CTWDSpanish - Intermediate IIThis course is for those who completed Spanish - Intermediate I. Thecourse covers the imperfect tense. Required text: Pracce MakesPerfect Spanish Verb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond. ZandraPardi, B.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27066 2/20-3/27 W 1:30-3:30PM LC-CTWDRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 35


Spanish - Intermediate IIIThis course is for those who have completed SpanishIntermediate II. The course covers the future and condionaltenses. Required text: Pracce Makes Perfect Spanish VerbTenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra Pardi, B.A., is anave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27067 1/8-2/12 Tu 9-11AM DH-RMCSpanish - Intermediate IVThis course is for those who have completed SpanishIntermediate III. The course covers the present perfect and pastperfect tenses. Required text: Pracce Makes Perfect SpanishVerb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra Pardi, B.A., isa nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27068 2/19-3/26 Tu 9-11AM DH-RMCSpanish - Advanced IThis course is for those who have completed SpanishIntermediate IV. The course covers the imperave tense.Required text: Pracce Makes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses, byDorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra Pardi B.A., is a nave speakerand experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $55/Non-member $65 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27069 4/2-23 Tu 9-11AM DH-RMCSpanish - Advanced IIThis course is for those who have completed Spanish Advanced I.The course covers the present subjuncve tense. Required text:Pracce Makes Perfect Spanish Verb Tenses, by Dorothy DevneyRichmond. Zandra Pardi B.A., is a nave speaker and experiencedinstructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27070 1/7-2/11 M 12:30-2:30PM DH-RMASpanish - Advanced IIIThis course is for those who have completed Spanish AdvancedII. The course covers the imperfect subjuncve and futureperfect tenses. Required text: Pracce Makes Perfect SpanishVerb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond. Zandra Pardi, B.A., isa nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27072 1/9-2/13 W 9-11AM DH-RMC27073 2/18-3/25 M 12:30-2:30PM DH-RMASpanish - Advanced IVThis course is for those who have completed SpanishAdvanced III. The course covers the passive voice and thepresent perfect subjuncve tense. Required text: Pracce MakesPerfect Spanish Verb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond.Zandra Pardi, B.A., is a nave speaker and experiencedinstructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27074 2/20-3/20 W 9-11AM DH-RMC27075 4/1-29 M 12:30-2:30PM DH-RMASpanish - Advanced VThis course is for those who have completed Spanish AdvancedIV. This course covers the condional perfect and pluperfectsubjuncve tenses. Required text: Pracce Makes PerfectSpanish Verb Tenses, by Dorothy Devney Richmond. ZandraPardi, B.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27076 3/27-4/24 W 9-11AM DH-RMCEspañol Pracco IEsta clase es para aquellas personas que ya hablan en empopresente y desean placar "un poco de todo." Zandra Pardi, B.A.,is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27078 1/10-2/7 Th 12:30-2:30PM ABN-REC27079 2/14-3/14 Th 12:30-2:30PM ABN-REC27080 3/28-4/25 Th 12:30-2:30PM ABN-RECEspañol Pracco IIEsta clase is para connuar placando en diferentes empos lalenqua espanola. ‘"Hablaremos un poco de todo." Zandra Pardi,B.A., is a nave speaker and experienced instructor.Instructor: Zandra PardiFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27081 1/11-2/8 F 9-11AM CPI-REC27082 2/15-3/15 F 9-11AM CPI-REC27083 3/29-4/26 F 9-11AM CPI-RECAnyone Can Have Fun WringThe aim is to encourage wring in the same spirit in whichyou might approach painng, singing or modeling with clay:as something natural and recreaonal. The course includesstrategies and ps for wring smoothly, effecvely and happily;friendly discussion about its joys and difficules and a chanceto share any wring on which you may have been working. Theinstructor is a former journalist, editor and English teacher. Bringto class: A pad or notebook with lined paper and either a pen ora couple of sharpened pencils.Instructor: Jay KoblerFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26010 1/16-2/6 W 1-3PM ABS-REC26011 2/13-3/6 W 1-3PM ABS-REC26012 3/20-4/10 W 1-3PM ABS-REC36 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Write Your LifeLeave a living legacy of your life’s highlights for family andfriends. Share with others the stories of your childhood, yourwork, joys, challenges and successes. Construcve commentswill be offered by classmates. Bring wring to first class alongwith paper and pencil.Instructor: Ardyth GuestFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26952 1/7-2/4 M 9-11AM DH-RMA26953 1/8-2/5 Tu 9-11AM DH-RMA26954 1/11-2/8 F 9-11AM DH-RMA26955 2/11-3/11 M 9-11AM DH-RMA26956 2/12-3/12 Tu 9-11AM DH-RMA26957 2/15-3/15 F 9-11AM DH-RMA26958 3/18-4/15 M 9-11AM DH-RMA26959 3/19-4/16 Tu 9-11AM DH-RMA26960 3/22-4/19 F 9-11AM DH-RMAPublish Your Book and Papers for Free atAmazon KindleDr. Sam Yulish has published both books and papers for almost3 decades. His latest big success was a paper that was in thetop 10 of its category in the UK for 5 months-and even number1 at mes. He can show you how to get your book published atKindle for absolutely free!! More electronic books are sold atAmazon through Kindle than paperback books! Jump into the21st century - learn from an expert.Instructor: Samuel YulishFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27323 1/24 Th 2-3PM LC-ACACNature’s Bounty: A Creative Writing WorkshopMany of us desire to live in a closer relaonship withMother Earth. Come to be inspired and renewed as we discoverhow the natural world may serve as a springboard to creavewring. Topics to be explored include: seeking the Divine inNature and our hunger for its sustenance in a high tech society.Reflecve wring exercises and oponal sharing will be a part ofour journey. ALL LEVELS of wring experience are welcome! Theinstructor is a published poet and storyteller who has taught atseveral universies in MN.Instructor: Julie GoldsteinFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27587 2/14 Th 1-4PM LC-IRWDCreang an Illustrated JournalCreave spirits need a place to remember, doodle, draw anddream. Whether you create personal pages, travel journals ornature journals, this workshop will focus on capturing your worldusing language and imagery. Express your observaons, thoughtsand feelings in an illustrated journal using collage, sketching,paints, crayons and found objects. Balden is a teacher with 30years experience. Parcipants should bring a journal with sturdyunlined pages on which to work, preferred art supplies, collageitems and a lunch for the all-day session.Instructor: Gail BaldenFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27188 3/22-23 F 6-8PM LC-IRWDSa 9AM-4PM LC-IRWDWrite from the HeartAll good wring comes from the heart. This class will includeinspiraon and wring exercises for those drawn to selfexpression,whether in the form of journal sketches, essays,memoir, short ficon or poetry. Enliven your life by discoveringwhat you think, feel and know through the power of words.Balden is a teacher with 30 years experience. Parcipantsneed to bring a journal, pens and lunch for the all-day session.Instructor: Gail BaldenFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27179 1/25-26 F 6-8PM LC-IRWDSa 9AM-4PM LC-IRWDWrite from the Heart - Part IIDigging deeper, we’ll focus on geng to the heart ofour wring. What is our story about? How can we develop ourunique voice and tell the stories only we can tell? This creavenonficon class will include techniques for bringing your storiesto life using sensory details and a strong sense of place. Balden isa teacher with 30 years experience. Parcipants need to bring ajournal, pens and lunch for the all-day session.Instructor: Gail BaldenFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27180 2/8-9 F 6-8PM LC-IRWDSa 9AM-4PM LC-IRWDWrite from the Heart - Part IIIThis creave nonficon class will focus on how to sharpenand ghten work, add depth with simile and metaphor, reviseand put it all together. We’ll learn how to give and receivecrique and explore ideas for sharing our work with the world.Parcipants should expect to have a finished piece of wring bythe end of class. Balden is a teacher with 30 years experience.Parcipants need to bring a journal, pens and a lunch for theall-day session.Instructor: Gail BaldenFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27185 3/8-9 F 6-8PM LC-IRWDSa 9AM-4PM LC-IRWDElements of a Good StoryWe all have stories to tell whether for personal expression orpublicaon. To tell them in an engaging way, we’ll study theelements of a good story by examining subjects we feel strongestabout and wring about them with authority incorporangstrong characters and a unique voice. Balden’s workshops arepacked full of encouragement, good advice, wring exercises andare designed for all levels drawn to self-expression. Balden is ateacher with 30 years experience. Parcipants need to bring ajournal, pens and a lunch for the all-day session.Instructor: Gail BaldenFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27186 2/22-23 F 6-8PM LC-IRWDSa 9AM-4PM LC-IRWDRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 37


LapidaryBeginning Chain MakingStudents will learn to make two chain bracelets of silver orcopper. They are lovely to wear or suitable as gis. Materialscharge (including use of tools) is esmated at $80 for 2 silverbracelets, $30 for two copper bracelets or $60 for one of each.Fees are payable at the first class. NOTE: This class requiresworking with pliers and could be difficult for arthric hands.Materials charge is dependent upon the price of silver.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $35/Non-member NA Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27436 1/8-10 Tu,Th 10AM-12PM EC-STU27437 2/12-14 Tu,Th 10AM-12PM EC-STU27438 3/12-14 Tu,Th 10AM-12PM EC-STU27439 4/9-11 Tu,Th 10AM-12PM EC-STUKumihimoThis ancient Japanese braiding method is taught using a marudai(disk/jig) to create a cording with many designs and colors.This cord can be used instead of chains, black cording, etc.The thickness varies according to size of yarn, thread, string ormaterial used. Class will include the history and logic that makesit simple, nothing to memorize. Bring paper, pen and scissors tothe class. Material fee $25 paid to instructor at class. Addionalmaterials will be available for purchase at the class.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $25/Non-member NA Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27348 1/14 M 1-4PM EC-STU27349 2/18 M 1-4PM EC-STULapidary ClassLearn to cut, grind and polish quality stones and prepare theGem Cabochon to set in jewelry. Class parcipaon requiresstanding and walking to use the various equipment. Materialscharge (rough gemstones) is $30 payable at the first class.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $35/Non-member NA Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27425 1/7-9 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27426 1/14-16 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27427 1/21-23 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27428 2/4-6 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27429 2/11-13 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27430 2/18-20 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27431 3/4-6 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27432 3/11-13 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27433 3/18-20 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27434 4/1-3 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAP27435 4/8-10 M-W 3-5PM WC-LAPMetal Forming: IntroduconThis is a PREREQUISITE FOR ANY METAL FORMING CLASS taughtby the Lapidary Club. This introductory class includes safety,metals, tools and their care and techniques used in metalsmithing.Learn about disc cung, dapping blocks, punches,mandrels, stamps, hammers and mallets, hydraulic press,corrugaon, and other tools. Many examples in copper, brassand silver, with some hands-on acvity in brass and copper.Material fee of $15 paid at class me.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $10/Non-member NA Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27365 2/16 Sa 1-4:30PM DH-LAP27366 3/23 Sa 1-4:30PM DH-LAP27367 4/20 Sa 1-4:30PM DH-LAPSilversmithingLearn how to work with silver and the basics of silversoldering. Students will be introduced to the basic elements ofSilversmithing: torch control, choosing a solder, solder melngpoints and fing a solder joint. You will learn the ten reasonswhy silversmiths have trouble with soldering. The first dayprepares you for the second class, where you will learn thetechniques of cung, sawing and finishing. You will completea turquoise ring. All tools and materials are furnished. Wearold clothes and closed-toe shoes, and e long hair back. Thematerial fee of $75.00 MUST be paid at West Center Lapidaryprior to the first class. (Bring receipt to class). NOTE: 2nd class isfrom 2-5PM.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $50/Non-member NA Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27440 1/9-10 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27441 1/23-24 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27442 1/30-31 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27443 2/6-7 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STUI27444 2/13-14 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27445 2/20-21 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27446 3/6-7 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27447 3/20-21 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27448 3/27-28 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27449 4/3-4 W,Th 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STU27450 4/10-11 WTh 1-5PM/2-5PM EC-STUSilversmithing, Precious Metal Clay (PMC)The student will be given knowledge in the use of PMC whichcontains silver to mold a piece of jewelry. Then it will be kilnfired, finished and polished by the student and made into abeauful piece of silver jewelry or earrings. Some basic toolsprovided. Material fee of $80 (depending on silver prices) ispayable the first day of class. Materials include PMC, findingsand necklace cord.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $25/Non-member NA Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27352 1/8-11 Tu,F 1-4PM EC-STU27353 2/26-3/1 Tu,F 1-4PM EC-STU38 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Introducon to Fusing Dichroic JewelryStudents will assemble 3 pieces of fusible glass and dichroic glass.These pieces may be used for pendants, earrings, etc. This classwill give a basic knowledge of glass fusion as well as dichroic glasscapabilies. No prior experience is necessary. No tools needed.This is a two day (separated) class. The class includes cung,design, fusing and finishing. The material charge of $30 whichincludes glass, bails, etc. is to be paid at the first class.Instructor: Lapidary ClubFee: Member $30/Non-member NA Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26719 1/7-9 M,W 10AM-12PM EC-STU27620 2/4-6 M,W 10AM-12PM EC-STU27621 3/4-6 M,W 10AM-12PM EC-STU27655 4/1-3 M,W 10AM-12PM EC-STUMusic LessonsBeginning Folk Guitar IWant to get that guitar out of the closet? Learn basic chords andstrumming techniques for a variety of folk songs, including TomDooley, Down in the <strong>Valley</strong> and Happy Birthday. You must haveyour own guitar and an electronic tuner. Materials fee of $6 forhandouts paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Joan Bell DakinFee: Member $55/Non-member $65 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26962 1/7-2/4 M 9-10AM WC-RM2Beginning Folk Guitar IILearn more chords, strums and receive an introducon toFingerpicking style. Prerequisite: Beginning Folk Guitar I orexperience playing some chords. You must have your own guitarand an electronic tuner. Materials fee of $6 for handouts paid toinstructor at class.Instructor: Joan Bell DakinFee: Member $55/Non-member $65 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26963 2/11-3/11 M 9-10AM WC-RM2Folk Guitar: Beginning FingerpickingAlready know chords? Love folk music? Expand your strummingstyle with finger-picking techniques. We will start at the beginningwith simple thumb-brush and thumb-pluck, then learn Carter stylepicking. You must have your own guitar and an elctronic tuner.Material fee of $6 for handouts paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Joan Bell DakinFee: Member $55/Non-member $65 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26966 2/11-3/11 M 10:15-11:15AM WC-RM2Folk Guitar: Music TheoryHave you wondered why chords on a guitar work theway they do? We will explore basic music theory of the musicalalphabet, reading notes and how chords are developed. Thisclass is for students who have some experience playing theguitar. You must have your own guitar and an elctronic tuner.A music book will be available from the instructor, price to bedetermined.Instructor: Joan Bell DakinFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26965 1/7-28 M 10:15-11:15AM WC-RM2Singing is FunLearn to breathe, sing on pitch, read music, rhythm and dicon.Discover the joy of singing. "If you can talk, you can sing!" A $5fee for music will be collected at the first class.Instructor: Mary Lou DoehringFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26171 1/22-2/26 Tu 8-8:45AM EC-AUDBeginning PianoLearn how to read notes, rhythm, chords, major/minor scales,fingering and theory. Have fun learning to play your favoritesongs. Recommended to have a piano or keyboard at home forpracce. A $10 fee for music will be collected at the first class.Instructor: Mary Lou DoehringFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26170 1/22-2/26 Tu 9-9:45AM EC-AUDDrum for Fun!Do you have a drum? Shakers? Bring something to tap on orshake. I will bring what I have to share and we’ll explore thelanguage of rhythm. We will share a playful conversaon ofpaerns, learn cooperave listening and have fun! Drop-in fee$12. See Drop-in policy on page 24. Call instructor Beth Jonquilat 318-9590 with quesons (instructor may be able to find adrum for you to buy).Instructor: Beth JonquilFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27645 1/9-30 W 12:30-2PM DH-RMA27646 2/6-27 W 12:30-2PM DH-RMA27647 3/6-27 W 12:30-2PM DH-RMA27648 4/3-24 W 12:30-2PM DH-RMARegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 39


Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy PeopleIn just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the tradeto give you years of musical enjoyment. While regular pianoteachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. Ifyou can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good BoyDoes Fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop.Total beginners can request a free pamphlet by sending a SASEto Innovave Keyboard Instrucon, 2841 S. Southwind Dr.,Gilbert, AZ 85295. Required materials fee $29 for workbook and60 minute pracce CD paid to instructor at class. <strong>Course</strong> feediscounted if taking same weekend with another Coffman musicclass. This course unavailable for online registraon. Website:justonceclasses.com.Instructor: Craig CoffmanFee: Member $30/$25/Non-member $40/$35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27482 1/12 Sa 9AM-12PM EC-AUDHow to Play Piano by EarLearn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songswithout relying on music. A very praccal presentaon of musictheory that includes predicng chord progressions, learning fromrecordings and transposing - all expressed in everyday language.This is an ideal follow-up to the "Instant Piano" class and isopen to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords onany instrument. Expand your musical horizons, and free yourselffrom sheet-music dependence. Required materials fee of $29.00for the How to Play Piano by Ear Book and Pracce CD paid toinstructor at class. <strong>Course</strong> fee discounted if taking same weekendwith another Coffman music class. This course unavailable foronline registraon. Website: justonceclasses.com.Instructor: Craig CoffmanFee: Member $30/$25/Non-member $40/$35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27483 1/12 Sa 1-3:30PM EC-AUDInstant Guitar For Hopelessly Busy PeopleHave you ever wanted to learn the guitar? In just a few hoursabsolute beginners can learn enough about playing the guitar togive you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to takeprivate lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you somebasic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songsright away. Bring your acousc guitar. Required materials fee of$29 paid to instructor at class for workbook and CD. <strong>Course</strong> feediscounted if taking same weekend with another Coffman musicclass. This course unavailable for online registraon. Website:justonceclasses.com.Instructor: Craig CoffmanFee: Member $30/$25/Non-member $40/$35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27484 2/16 Sa 9:30AM-12PM EC-AUDHow to Play Guitar by EarLearn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songswithout relying on music. This is an ideal follow-up to the"Instant Guitar" class and is open to anyone who has a basicunderstanding of chords on any instrument. Prior experiencewith guitar chords recommended. Topics include: how to findthe starng note of a song, how to determine when chordschange, how to predict the chord progression, how chords helpyou find the correct melody, how the melody helps you findthe correct chords, how to learn songs from recordings in allkeys, how to transpose, the Universal Key Signature, how touse the Circle of Fihs and how to recognize the most commonchord paerns. Materials fee of $29 for the How to Play Guitarby Ear book and Pracce DVD will be collected in class by theinstructor. <strong>Course</strong> fee discounted if taking same weekend withanother Coffman music class. This course unavailable for onlineregistraon. Website: Instantguitarnow.com.Instructor: Craig CoffmanFee: Member $30/$25/Non-member $40/$35 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27485 2/16 Sa 1-3:30PM EC-AUDPainting & DrawingCreave DoodlingWe all have doodled at one me or another … now let’s usethese designs for new health benefits. Called by many names,"Yoga for the Brain," "Zentangle®," "Tangled Paerns;" they allrefer to a wonderful new technique used to relax, relieve stress,increase your joy and help you feel young again. THIS IS NOTFOOLISH WORK! THIS IS SERIOUS PLAY!! Please join us to learna new technique that can be done anywhere, anyme, with anymedia. Material fee of $3 paid to instructor at first class. YOUMUST BRING A BLACK PEN (size 05, 08, B or fine point gel pen.)Instructor: Patricia Izzi, Holisc Health PraconerFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27168 2/7-28 Th 2:30-3:30PM EC-GAME27169 3/7-28 Th 2:30-3:30PM EC-GAMECreave MandalasWe all lead busy lives and many mes find ourselves overstretched,a bit on edge, and oen out of balance. However,when we are doing something we enjoy and "lose" ourselvesin it, we begin to feel inner peace. Coloring is a simple tool wecan use to "get lost" and it’s FUN!! Special Mandala designs willoffer you the opportunity to meditate, feel centered, give youa new sense of creavity AND be great for your brain’s health.Materials fee of $5 paid to instructor at first class. Suppliesneeded: Any coloring media (crayons, colored pencils, thinpped markers) and the willingness to play.Instructor: Patricia Izzi, Holisc Health PraconerFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27167 4/4-25 Th 2:30-3:30PM EC-GAME40 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Designing for SuccessThis course is designed to help you improve all forms of art bymaking conscious choices in the use of line, value, shape, spaceand texture. Learn how to discuss quesons of Art Aesthecsand Art Cricism and how to prepare your art to express yourmessage. Get an understanding of color theory and experiencecolor mixing. Become familiar with the principles of unity,rhythm, proporon, dominance and balance and how to usethese principles of Composion and Design to create art withgreater expression and impact. Bring current and future plannedprojects. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Susan MorrisFee: Member $100/Non-member $110 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27147 1/9-2/13 W 9AM-12PM EC-ARTCombining Pen and Ink with WatercolorHave you ever wished there was a lile more punch to yourpen and ink drawings or wanted some crisp details in yourwatercolors? You can accomplish both when you put these twotradional illustraon mediums together. Learn, or get a refreshercourse of the basic techniques of both mediums. Demos, lecturesand individual aenon are all offered in a friendly atmosphere soyou can learn some of the essenal tricks to make your end resultsreally stand out. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Susan MorrisFee: Member $100/Non-member $110 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27149 2/20-3/27 W 1-4PM EC-ARTDrawing Portraits in GraphiteThis step by step process in drawing portraits in graphite goesbeyond just drawing a person. An emphasis on "catching thelikeness of the subject" will be taught as well as structure andfacial proporons. Students may also work in other media asthe informaon can be applied to all media. You will be workingmostly from photographs, but will experience some life drawing.Lectures, demos and individualized help will be offered in aposive atmosphere. Bring drawing materials the first day ofclass. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Material fee of $4 paid toinstructor at first class for wrien materials.Instructor: Susan MorrisFee: Member $100/Non-member $110 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27146 1/9-2/13 W 1-4PM EC-ARTNature JournalingBy far, one of the most me honored acvies; learnwhere science and art meet together in recording the naturalworld around you. It’s more than just sketching, it’s reallyexamining things in a new and more scienfic way. We willexamine some wonderful specimens in the classroom and haveopportunies to go outside and get a taste of how this acvity isreally done. Bring sketchbook, pencils and eraser to class.Instructor: Susan MorrisFee: Member $100/Non-member $110 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27150 2/20-3/27 W 9AM-12PM EC-ARTDrawing for FunStudents will learn to put what they see into beauful art.Students bring to class 90# weight paper, pencils 2-6-8.Instructor: Jan WillsFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26293 1/3-24 Th 9-11AM EC-ART26294 2/7-28 Th 9-11AM EC-ART26295 3/7-28 Th 9-11AM EC-ART26296 4/4-25 Th 9-11AM EC-ARTDrawing for Fun - AdvancedWith the basics under our belt, we will explore more detail andhave an instructor arranged culminang field trip.Instructor: Jan WillsFee: Member $55/Non-member $65 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26297 1/8-29 Tu 9-11AM EC-ART26298 2/5-26 Tu 9-11AM EC-ART26299 3/5-26 Tu 9-11AM EC-ART26300 4/2-23 Tu 9-11AM EC-ARTDrawing Out of Your MindThis drawing course is intended for those who believe theycannot draw. It brings forth hidden drawing abilies we all have.A variety of exercises are employed to gradually loosen studentsto find their unique, individual talents - for ALL levels! Supplies:drawing instrument of choice - tablet of drawing paper.Instructor: Paul McCrearyFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27121 2/6-20 W 1-3PM EC-GAME27122 3/6-20 W 1-3PM EC-GAMESketching for BeginnersSTRICTLY FOR BEGINNERS who had no instrucon or experiencebut who have had a desire to learn to draw. Bring to class 11 x14 inch sketch pad, 2 sketching pencils and a kneaded eraser.Esmated cost of supplies: $20.Instructor: Harvey KrobothFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27190 1/4-25 F 8-11AM DH-RMCScripng with DesignWe will script a word or phrase. Instructor will teach you how tomake it into a design for photographing, publicity, place-markers,visual aids, greeng cards, illustraons or e-mails. Each design willbe unique and personal. Examples will be demonstrated. Studentswill move at their own level, but all will start together with oneword, in a certain block-leered calligraphic script. Concern withprecision required. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Paula BowmanFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27567 1/9-2/13 W 9-10AM CPI-REC27568 2/20-3/27 W 9-10AM CPI-RECRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 41


Introducon to Acrylic PainngThis course is for individuals who wish to get started in acrylicsand perhaps discover their own talent. Various methodsand materials will be explored. Instructor has taught art andlandscape design classes as well as exhibing in galleries inWisconsin. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Dennis WeimerFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27084 1/10-24 Th 1-3:30PM EC-ARTExploring AcrylicsThis workshop is for individuals who wish to develop their owntechniques with acrylics using their own reference materials.The goal is to learn the tools to create one’s own masterpiece.The instructor has taught art and landscape design classes aswell as exhibing in galleries. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Dennis WeimerFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27085 2/7-21 Th 1-3:30PM EC-ART27086 3/7-21 Th 1-3:30PM EC-ARTOil Painng - Local Color - Landscape/Sll LifeThis class is a road map to strong composion emphasizingvalue relaonships and color temperature. Pushing color byunderstanding color. The course includes both landscape and slllife. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Beth RayFee: Member $90/Non-member $100 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27156 1/7-21 M 1-5PM EC-ART27157 3/4-18 M 1-5PM EC-ARTOil Painng for FunOne painng is completed every four classes. Learn basicteaching techniques and art principles. Bring to class a 16 x 20canvas, basic paints and brushes.Instructor: Jan WillsFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26289 1/4-25 F 9AM-12PM EC-ART26290 2/1-22 F 9AM-12PM EC-ART26291 3/1-22 F 9AM-12PM EC-ART26292 4/5-26 F 9AM-12PM EC-ARTOil Painng with the Painter’s Eye -Portrait/FiguresThis is a two-day workshop on Portrait/Figures. This class focuseson learning to see your subject with the "painter’s eye." Oncewe can see differently, we can paint differently, by learning tosuggest what we see with the oil paint. Each day begins with atalk and demonstraon. In the aernoons, the students paintand David gives individual instrucon and advice. SUPPLY LISTgiven at registraon. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon.Discounted fee if taking both weekend workshops. Bring a lunch.Instructor: David SimonsFee: Member $140/$130/Non-member $10 more Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27613 1/18-19 F,Sa 9AM-3PM SRS-ARTOil Painng with the Painter’s Eye -Landscape/SeascapeThis is a two-day workshop on Landscape/Seascape. The classfocuses on learning to see your subject with the "painter’s eye."Once we can see differently, we can paint differently, by learningto suggest what we see with the oil paint. Each day begins witha talk and demonstraon. In the aernoons, the students paintand David gives individual instrucon and advice. SUPPLY LISTgiven at registraon. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon.Discounted fee if taking both weekend workshops. Bring a lunch.Instructor: David SimonsFee: Member $140/$130/Non-member $10 more Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27614 1/25-26 F,Sa 9AM-3PM SRS-ARTPastel ClassPastel is an excing medium and is amazingly adaptableto Impressionist technique. My goal is to help arsts develop andexpand their arsc vision. Based on my two books, Painngthe Impressionist Landscape and Painng Impressionist Color,the workshop explores how to paint landscape with greaterawareness color and light. Interpreng the light of nature intopaint cannot only rely on color percepon. Students will alsolearn the elements of good design and composion, the key tosuccessful painngs. Materials: Students bring their own pastelsand equipment. I will supply photos from which we will work.<strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Discounted fee iftaking both weekend workshops. Bring a lunch.Instructor: Lois GriffelFee: Member $140/$130/Non-member $10 more Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27623 3/22-23 F,Sa 9AM-3PM SRS-ARTPortrait Class in PastelTo learn to capture a likeness, I will demonstrate how theface is made up of specific planes and shapes. Starng with asculptural head from a photograph, we will first draw it in andthen apply idenfiable features over it. The second day, painngfinished portraits from photos, we will concentrate on colorand how it influences the shapes and features. If me allows, Iwill also demonstrate the impressionist technique of painng a"mud-head." Materials: Students bring their own pastels andequipment. On the first day, bring any photos of people that youwish to paint on the second day of class. Please bring a largeamount of pastels if possible. Bring good pastel paper, preferablya neutral gray. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon.Discounted fee if taking both weekend workshops. Bring a lunchand beverage.Instructor: Lois GriffelFee: Member $140/$130/Non-member $10 more Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27624 3/29-30 F,Sa 9AM-3PM SRS-ART42 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Texture and Surface WorkshopExplore 15 mixed media techniques to apply to four12"x12" canvases to create texture, movement, rhythm andpaerns to create a dynamic visual dimension to your painng.Four composions will be introduced for you to choose for yourcanvases. Instead of just looking at examples and watching me,we texture and surface the canvases together on each of the12"x12" canvases. We paint aer the materials have dried onthe canvases. You will complete four successful painngs thathave TEXTURE, MOVEMENT, PATTERN, VALUE DEFINITION ANDA SUCCESSFUL COMPOSITION. A material fee of $5-$10 will bepaid to instructor at class depending on the supplies you use.SUPPLY LIST given at registraon. Bring a lunch.Instructor: FrancheskaaFee: Member $140/Non-member $150 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27618 4/13,19 & 20 Sa, F 10AM-4PM SRS-ARTStudio Art - Mulple MediumsThis is an opportunity to advance your two dimensional artskills. Pencils, pens, pastels and paints can be explored at yourlevel with focus, lightheartedness and instructor guidance.Bring supplies for your chosen medium plus sketch pad, penciland eraser. Have your image or idea for your self-paced projectwith you. I will provide a sll life for the first ½ hour of warm upsketching. Please do not be late! ALL LEVELS WELCOME! Twoclass minimum. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon. Callinstructor Beth Jonquil at 318-9590 with any quesons.www.bethjonquil.comInstructor: Beth JonquilFee: Member 2 classes $40, 3 classes $60, 4 classes $80/Nonmember$10 moreCR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27090 1/7-28 M 1-4PM DH-ART27091 1/7-28 M 4-7PM DH-ART27092 2/4-25 M 1-4PM DH-ART27093 2/4-25 M 4-7PM DH-ART27094 3/4-25 M 1-4PM DH-ART27095 3/4-25 M 4-7PM DH-ART27096 4/1-22 M 1-4PM DH-ART27097 4/1-22 M 4-7PM DH-ARTFun with WatercolorWe will be painng in watercolor on watercolor papersusing various techniques and working from your sketches andphotos of landscapes, florals or your abstract designs. Other thanyour watercolors, no specific supplies are needed except an openmind and your sense of humor. We’ll have a "Paint-Go-Round"and other surprises. Discounted fee if taking more than one Laneclass. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraton. Bring a lunch.Instructor: Madonna LaneFee: Member $65 taking 1 class/$60 taking 2 classes /$55 takingall three classes/Non-member $10 More Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27615 2/16 Sa 9AM-3PM SRS-ARTFun with Watermedia/Watercolor II will do a demonstraon using watercolor, acrylic andgouache or caseine. We will be painng using any watermediasupplies you have, working from your sketches or photos oflandscapes, florals or your abstract designs. Come with yourwatermedia supplies, an open mind and your sense of humor.There could be some surprises too! Discounted fee if taking morethan one Lane class. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for online registraon.Bring a lunch.Instructor: Madonna LaneFee: Member $65 taking 1 class/$60 taking 2 classes /$55 takingall three classes/Non-member $10 More Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27616 2/22 F 9AM-3PM SRS-ARTFun with Watermedia/Watercolor IISame as Fun with Watermedia/Watercolor I with somesurprise variaons. Come with your watermedia supplies, anopen mind and your sense of humor. Discounted fee if takingmore than one Lane class. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable for onlineregistraon. Bring a lunch.Instructor: Madonna LaneFee: Member $65 taking 1 class/$60 taking 2 classes /$55 takingall three classes/Non-member $10 More Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27617 2/23 Sa 9AM-3PM SRS-ARTWatercolor for BeginnersA class strictly for beginners who want to learn the basics ofwatercolor painng, and specifically for those who have hadno formal instrucon. Subjects include landscapes and sll life.SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Harvey KrobothFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27088 2/6-27 W 1-4PM DH-ARTWatercolor - IntermediateThis course is for those who have had beginning watercolorinstrucon or have had some experience in painng and want tomove up to the next level. The subject maer for painng will beprovided. SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Harvey KrobothFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27098 3/6-27 W 9AM-12PM DH-ARTWatercolor Basics for the Timid and TerrifiedThis is a great introductory class to help take the fear andanxiety out of watercolor. Learn about the history of watercolorand the tools used. Get familiar with the brushes, paintsand paper. Explore basic techniques and the science behindthem through simple exercises and get comfortable with thisversale medium. Have a first encounter with color theory andmixing. Gain confidence in a friendly atmosphere with weeklydemonstraons and lots of personal aenon ... preparing youto "tame the beast!" Bring watercolor supplies you already have.SUPPLY LIST available at registraon.Instructor: Susan MorrisFee: Member $100/Non-member $110 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27145 1/8-2/12 Tu 1-4PM EC-ARTRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 43


More Wonderful WatercolorConnue using basic, tradional techniques and several fun, newmethods that add texture, variety and a spark of interest to yourpainng. Pracce geng a firm foundaon of how to controlthis medium - geng the effect you want ... when you want it!Come learn to use your creavity in a way that no other mediumallows. Color theory, composion and design elements will alsobe taught, helping you create art with greater expression andimpact. Lectures, demos and friendly feedback are includedin each session. Bring watercolor supplies you already have.SUPPLY LIST given at registraon.Instructor: Susan MorrisFee: Member $100/Non-member $110 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27148 2/19-3/26 Tu 1-4PM EC-ARTIntermediate Watercolor ILearn watercolor painng with Bert Boerema, a praccingarst and instructor. Subjects are landscapes: southwest andothers. Technique is emphasized; instrucons are very specific.Bert provides a line drawing, then works along with the classin painng, guiding step by step. Each class session providesopportunity to produce a complete painng. Some experience inwatercolor is recommended. Visit Bert’s web site,www.bertboerema.com for samples of his work. SUPPLY LISTgiven at registraon or "Classes" page on Bert’s web site.Instructor: Bert BoeremaFee: Member $90/Non-member $100 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27032 1/9-30 W 9AM-12PM DH-ARTIntermediate Watercolor IILearn watercolor painng with Bert Boerema, a praccingarst and instructor. Subjects are landscapes: southwest andothers. Technique is emphasized; instrucons are very specific.Bert provides a line drawing, then works along with the classin painng, guiding step by step. Each class session providesopportunity to produce a complete painng. Some experience inwatercolor is recommended. Visit Bert’s web site,www.bertboerema.com for samples of his work. SUPPLY LISTgiven at registraon or "Classes" page on Bert’s web site.Instructor: Bert BoeremaFee: Member $90/Non-member $100 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27033 2/6-27 W 9AM-12PM DH-ARTWax Painng MagicLoosen up those arsc muscles exploring the freedom ofmelted wax painng using hot irons as paint brushes. Perfect forthe want to be arst or a master of some other medium. Classwill focus on A6 sized card stock as that is the best size to learnthe many paerns made by the irons. My websitewww.fun-easy-art.com has extensive informaon. This is oneclass you don’t want to miss, a very fun and addicve medium.Material fee $25 paid to instructor at class. Wear old clothing.Feel free to bring any supplies to experiment with, such as extrarubber stamps, fancy ssue, etc. Bring a lunch and beverage.Instructor: John VandebrookeFee: Member $75/Non-member $85 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27046 1/26 Sa 10AM-4PM DH-ART27047 2/23 Sa 10AM-4PM DH-ARTSpecial InterestAARP Driver Safety ProgramAARP Driver Safety Program is the naon’s first and largestclassroom driver refresher course designed for drivers age 50 andolder. It is a great first step to help drivers assess and enhancetheir driving skills. The course is taught in one four-hour session. Itcovers rules of the road, normal age-related physical changes thatmay impact our driving and ps to compensate for these changes.Many states offer mul-year auto insurance discounts to AARPdriver program parcipants. Bring your driver’s license to classand a cushion to sit on if desired. MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR THISCLASS. REGISTRANTS WILL PAY INSTRUCTOR AT CLASS. AARPMEMBERS $12, NON-MEMBERS $14.Instructor: Dale Kimes Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27549 4/4 Th 8:30AM-12:30PM EC-AUDAmerican Art ... Past and PresentWeek 1 - Crystal Bridges Museum: Alice Walton’s Saluteto American Art in Arkansas. Week 2 - John Singer Sargent:American arst and creator of the scandalous Madam X. Week3 - Winslow Homer: American painter, known for his schooldayand marine subjects. Week 4 - Alexander Calder: the mostacclaimed and influenal sculptor of our me. Week 5 - JasperJohns: flags and targets, imagery that set the standards forAmerican art today. Week 6 - Chuck Close: large scale phototrealistportraits of himself, his family and friends.Instructor: Beverly (Penny) David, Ph.D.Fee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27048 2/7-3/14 Th 10AM-12PM LC-OCOTMark Twain’s Women: The Young, TheOld and The ScandalousLearn more about a Mark Twain you thought you knew. We willexplore how the women in his life influenced him: his mother,from whom he inherited his humor, his long married life with hiswife Livy, his relaonships with his daughters, his famous friends,the Angelfish and "other" rumored liaisons.Instructor: Beverly (Penny) David, Ph.D.Fee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27042 1/17 Th 6-8PM SRS-ANZAAmerican Country MusicA survey, with recorded musical examples, of thebeginnings of American country music in the 1920s (it was called"hillbilly music" then), and its growth from the regional folkmusic of the American Southeast into an internaonal musicbusiness. We’ll listen to examples showing changing stylesof instrumentaon, singing, song types and audience, withaenon to how country music has interpreted American historyand reflected the social atudes of its American audience.Bluegrass and gospel will also be discussed.Instructor: Norm CohenFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27126 1/23-2/13 W 1:30-3:30PM SRS-KINO44 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Music from the Great DepressionWe are constantly reminded of the differences andsimilaries between the recent Recession and the Depressionof the 1930s. One overlooked difference is in the music: a greatnumber of songs of the ‘30s commented on the economichardships of the mes -- peoples’ fears and hopes, nightmaresand dreams. In this brief course we’ll listen to, and discusss, therecordings of the era -- pop music, blues and country music -- bythe arsts that made them famous.Instructor: Norm CohenFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27127 2/27-3/6 W 1:30-3:30PM SRS-KINOFrench Women Studies IIIt’s your turn to choose a French woman you admire forher importance in arts, history, sciences... tell the group abouther... in French naturally. The moderator of the group, SylvieRobertshaw, M. Ed and French nave speaker, will help youselect a personality and provide you with extra documentaon.A small fee will apply for handouts.Instructor: Sylvie RobertshawFee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26403 2/22-3/22 F 9:30-11:30AM LC-ACACDownsizing and DeclueringIt’s me to make smaller look bigger. I must begin, but how? Whatto keep, what to let go - making this decision is what this class willoffer. There are clues, there are steps and there is help. Cluerneeds to be manageable - it affects your life. My kids don’t want itand yet I feel this tug so I am stuck - but am I? Find out!Instructor: Lynn MoazFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27301 1/7 M 1-3PM EC-LNGECompany Coming?We love having family and friends visit, but life behind thatrevolving door can become hecc. Be gracious hosts butstay in control of your world. It’s our vacaon too! Create awonderful visit without losing control of your life using thebed and breakfast philosophy to make your life easier. Gatherhints and recipes to be the gracious hosts. Material fee $5 paidto instructor at class. Quesons about the class please e-mail:lynnmoaz@gmail.comInstructor: Lynn MoazFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27318 1/16 W 10AM-12PM EC-GAMEGenealogy BasicsWho do you think you are? Learn the essenals of genealogy:geng started, record keeping, sources, locang and usingvarious record types, Internet resources and choosinggenealogical soware. Basic computer skills required. Materialfee of $5 paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Bey Lou Malesky, Cerfied GenealogistFee: Member $65/Non-member $75 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27176 1/8-22 Tu 9:30-11:00AM LC-IRWDHow to Organize and Preserve YourFamily HistoryAs a parent or grandparent, have you thought about preservinginformaon about your family’s history? This course is designedto help you create a historical legacy for current and futuregeneraons. Acvies include helping you idenfy what itemsto preserve from photos to leers to newspaper clippings, howto organize them and how to store them to avoid deterioraon.Informaon on suppliers and helpful web sites are includedto assist you once the class is finished. $5 material fee paid toinstructor at first class.Instructor: Tom WilstedFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27347 2/5-12 Tu 9-11AM LC-IRWDBeginning BirdwatchingSoutheast Arizona is one of the most popular bird watching areasin America. Get started on this fun-filled pasme with SandyMcMahan, an experienced naturalist (for Arizona-Sonora DesertMuseum, Saguaro, Grand Canyon, Rocky MT., North Cascades andSequoia Naonal Parks and Audubon Society member) who hastaught hundreds of people to enjoy watching birds. We’ll talk aboutchoosing binoculars, scopes and good field-guides. The first dayincludes a 2 ½ hour class followed by field pracce, lunch and endsmid-aernoon. There will be two (non-GVR sponsored) instructorledfollow-up field trips to great birding locales. Bring binoculars,notebook, field-guides if you have them and lunch to first class. Callinstructor for informaon: 648-0054Instructor: Sandra McMahanFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26101 1/10 Th 8-10:30AM EC-LNGEField Trip Dates: 1/17 and 1/2426102 2/13 W 8-10:30AM EC-LNGEField Trip Dates: 2/20 and 2/2726103 3/14 Th 8-10:30AM EC-LNGEField Trip Dates: 3/21 and 3/2826104 4/5 F 8-10:30AM EC-LNGEField Trip Dates: 4/12 and 4/19Caring for your Desert LandscapingWeek 1: Do it yourself landscaping basics (pruning, planng,non-toxic weed control, ferlizing). Week 2: What to plant, whyand when (trees, shrubs, ground cover, perennials). Week 3:Watering basics (irrigaon layout, how to determine how muchor how lile, water harvesng). Week 4: What’s wrong with myplant? (diseases, insects and diagnosing problems). $8 fee forhandouts paid to instructor at class. Instructor is a LandscapeArchitect, Cerfied Arborist and has accumulated 25 years ofgardening experience in the <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> area.Instructor: Linda StraderFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27170 1/8-29 Tu 9-10:30AM CR-AMADO27171 2/2-23 Sa 9-10:30AM LC-ACAC27172 3/5-26 Tu 9-10:30AM CR-AMADO27173 4/2-23 Tu 9-10:30AM CR-AMADORegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 45


Can You Understand Me Now?Imagine the people you care about clearly understanding you,and you understanding friends and family beer than before,How much beer would life be? In this course you will learn aboutand pracce the details of human rapport skills. Past parcipantsreport enhanced relaonships and a beer understandingof how to prevent past misunderstandings. We are alwayscommunicang in words, pictures and feelings. Most people onlylisten in one or two of the three modes. In this course we’ll learnhow to use all three for opmum communicaon. We then willapply what we’ve learned in exercises designed to pracce specificcommunicaon skills. You will be amazed at the difference! $10material fee for workbook paid to instructor in class.Instructor: David LichtyFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27526 1/16-30 W 9-11AM LC-ACAC27527 2/13-27 W 9-11AM LC-ACAC27528 3/13-27 W 2:-4PM LC-ACACAdvanced Communicaon SkillsSocrates’ guiding rule was "Know Thyself." Learn things aboutyourself that you have never thought about! You will be moreeffecve in your self-communicaon by creang a posiveoutlook, being movated and achieving your goals. By knowingyourself you gain the ability to also know others. Learn howto understand others so well that you will learn to speak theirunique language, enabling you to listen to them with a rare levelof respect, taking the me to care and understand about them.Imagine how great life can be when you master these skills! $10material fee for workbook paid to instructor in class.Instructor: David LichtyFee: Member $60/Non-member $70 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27529 2/13-27 W 1-3PM LC-ACAC27530 3/14-28 Th 9-11AM LC-ACACCommunicaon for CouplesBring some Zing back! Over me we get into habits, someeffecve, some less so. The same is true with our communicaonwith our partner and our family. This course will help youidenfy specific things that you would like to improve in yourcommunicaon within your relaonship - and show you howto do so. Remember how it was when you first got together?Imagine how great life can be when you clear out the gunk andrekindle the essence of your relaonship! Material fee $10 forworkbook paid to instructor at first class. Fee is per person,discounted if registering with a partner. <strong>Course</strong> unavailable foronline registraon.Instructor: David LichtyFee: Member $60/$53/Non-member $70/$63 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27535 2/21-3/7 Th 9-11AM EC-GAME27536 4/4-18 Th 9-11AM EC-GAMEGenesis for Atheists(and Other Free-thinkers)If one can entertain the noon that the Bible’s authors werehuman, then many interesng problems arise. In this studygroup we’ll examine the text of Genesis with aenon tohistorical, stylisc, and cultural details. We’ll consider suchquesons as: Who wrote Genesis, and when? What was thebook’s original audience? What was the purpose of its author(s)?Is our present text reliable? The instructor has studied theBible since his childhood. Material fee $3 for handouts paid toinstructor at class.Instructor: Norm CohenFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27124 1/16-2/20 W 10AM-12PM SRS-KINOExodus for Agnoscs(and Other Free-thinkers)This is a connuaon of the course, "Genesis for Atheists," this onedevoted to the second book of the Old Testament, Exodus. We’llexamine the text with aenon to historical, stylisc, and culturaldetails. We’ll consider such quesons as: Did the exodus ever reallyhappen? Who indeed le Egypt? Was Moses an historical figure?What is the origin of the Ten Commandments (and what werethey?) The instructor has studied the Bible since his childhood.Material fee $3 for handouts paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Norm CohenFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27125 2/27-3/20 W 10AM-12PM SRS-KINOKeeping Up With The NewsWe’re overwhelmed with informaon from numerous sourcesbut how much is really news? Which sources can you believe?How do isolated events around the world affect us? This courserequires each person be prepared for lively but objecvediscussion of newsworthy events, local to internaonal, andto be open to others’ views. Instructor: Rod Gela, professoremeritus of journalism; former radio/TV news director andanchor; moderator of public affairs programs.Instructor: Rod GelaFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27160 1/10-31 Th 10-11:30AM CH-MSQT27161 3/7-28 Th 10-11:30AM CH-MSQTLow Stress InvesngThis class will discuss costs incurred by invesng throughvarious brokerage and investment advisor arrangements sothat investors understand beer their opons in developing arerement investment porolio. We will review a low-cost/lowstress independent investment approach suggested by DavidSwensen, Chief Investment Officer at Yale University in his bookUnconvenonal Success. By the end of the class, you will beerunderstand costs of using various investment alternaves andhave the tools to fashion a balanced investment porolio foryourself. Instructor is not an investment advisor or broker.Instructor: Stephen StrangeFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27321 2/7-28 Th 9-10:30AM LC-IRWD46 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Manee MoviesAt each class we’ll watch a movie that’s been chosen to provokereflecon and smulate class discussion. Following the showing,we’ll crique the film, share our reacons to its contents, andengage in an informal give-and-take of opinions on the film’smerits---Bring your own popcorn.Instructor: Louis SimonFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 6CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26398 1/7-2/11 M 1-4PM LC-IRWD26399 2/25-4/1 M 1-4PM LC-IRWDNavigang Through Stormy Seas:Preparing for the Loss of a Loved OneEmilie Odde, <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> resident, shares her personal journey ofcoping with the terminal illness of her spouse, care giving, deathand grief. To help you prepare ahead for possible "stormy seas,"she raises awareness on medical, legal, financial, long-term care,hospice and final arrangements issues. Professional experts inthese areas will be present to answer quesons. Printed resourcematerials will be available. Planning ahead allows us to be incontrol, make informed decisions and have more choices.Instructor: Emilie Odde and Professional PanelFee: Member $15/Non-member $25 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27178 2/28 Th 1-3PM EC-AUDThe Reinvenon WorkshopAre you sick of life not working? What if the one area of yourlife that you struggle with most - finances, relaonships, health orcareer - could shi and become easier and more joyful? Imagine ifyou could wake up each day feeling more alive, vital abundant andconnected with others ... Create a vision statement, learn what’sblocking you and learn techniques to connect you to your own inneranswers! $5 material fee paid to instructor at class. Instructor is aBoard Cerfied Behavior Analyst and Cerfied Life Coach.Instructor: Mary Davis, M.A. PsychologyFee: Member $45/Non-member $55 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27355 1/9-23 W 3-4PM WC-RM227356 3/7-21 Th 10-11AM EC-AUDAstronomy - Where are the Bright Starsand Planets?Learn the locaon of the 5 brightest planets in the solar system:Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn and the best meto look. You’ll also be able to idenfy 13 of the brightest starsand their constellaons, all without the aid of binoculars ortelescope. We’ll discuss the birth and death of stars, the solarsystem, recent aempts to discover potenal life on other planets,the significance of mysterious Black Holes, me travel, spacecontracon, Worm Holes and other bizarre events postulated byEinstein’s Theories of Relavity. There will be the opon to meetwith the instructor during night or morning hours to locate planetsand stars studied during class. Material fee $20 for handouts andsky charts including color images of stars, nebula and light spectraessenal for scienfic analysis, paid to instructor at first class.Instructor: Park ThoresonFee: Member $70/Non-member $80 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27159 2/7-28 Th 9-11:30AM DH-RMAShakespeare I: Two Pairs of LoversTwo strikingly different plays about lovers, Troilus and Cressidaand Antony and Cleopatra, will be read and discussed. Theinstructor has over 30 years’ experience with Shakespeare,from acng and studying at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre Schoolin England to direcng and teaching. You may join in livelydiscussion, read aloud, or just enjoy the me together. Studentsshould bring a Complete Works of Shakespeare or the individualplays, which will be considered in the order shown.Instructor: Jay KoblerFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26006 1/15-2/5 Tu 1-3PM ABS-RECShakespeare II: Beginning and EndingWe will look at Shakespeare’s first great comedy, The Taming ofthe Shrew, and his last, The Tempest. The instructor has over 30years’ experience with Shakespeare, from acng and studyingat the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in England to direcngand teaching. You may join in lively discussion, read aloud, orjust relax and enjoy the me together. Students should bring aComplete Works of Shakespeare or the individual plays, whichwill be considered in the order shown.Instructor: Jay KoblerFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26007 2/12-3/5 Tu 1-3PM ABS-RECShakespeare III: Two of the Big OnesWe will consider two of Shakespeare’s major tragedies, Othelloand Macbeth, with special aenon to ways in which they echoand diverge from each other in subject and construcon. Theinstructor has over 30 years’ experience with Shakespeare,from acng and studying at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre Schoolin England to direcng and teaching. You may join in livelydiscussion, read aloud, or just relax and enjoy the me together.Students should bring a Complete Works of Shakespeare or theindividual plays, which will be considered in the order shown.Instructor: Jay KoblerFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26008 3/12-4/2 Tu 1-3PM ABS-RECShakespeare IV: The Biggest One of AllWe will return to Shakespeare’s most widely performed andperhaps most challenging tragedy, Hamlet, the length andcomplexity of which require the enre four-class session. Theinstructor has over 30 years’ experience with Shakespeare,from acng and studying at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre Schoolin England to direcng and teaching. You may join in livelydiscussion, read aloud, or just relax and enjoy the me together.Students should bring a Complete Works of Shakespeare or theindividual plays, which will be considered in the order shown.Instructor: Jay Kobler.Fee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26009 4/9-30 Tu 1-3PM ABS-RECRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 47


The Best in Contemporary Ficon - IIn this seminar we discuss two authors who will appear at Tucson’sFesval of Books. The names of the authors and the two books wewill read will appear in the January and February issues of KeepingCurrent Newsleer. Our discussions will be enriched by videos ofauthor interviews and printed handouts of the cast of charactersand provocave quotaons. Both books will be available in printfrom Amazon and local bookstores and in Kindle versions. Greatauthors, world-class books! Please read the first book before thefirst class meeng, and bring your books/eBook readers to theseminar. The instructors are experienced authors, publishers andeducators.Instructors: Russ and Blyth CarpenterFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27174 2/4-25 M 9:30-11AM LC-ACACThe Madcap Lama of the HimalayasThe most popular folk hero among the Buddhists in theHimalayas is an irrepressible fellow by the name of DrukpaKunley. You have never met anybody like him. Kunley usedhis raucous humor and courage to teach lack of pretension,independence from religious and governmental instuons andjoy in living. He proved that we don’t need to tolerate controlmechanisms from higher-ups, and that smiles and laughter arethe jewels of human experience. This course will be organized asa seminar, using photographs, drawings and texts gathered overthe course of 19 visits to Bhutan, and featuring lively discussionsamong the parcipants. PLEASE BE AWARE that the Tibetan andBhutanese cultures have few inhibions with respect to sexualitythat some may find offensive.Instructors: Blyth and Russ CarpenterFee: Member $40/Non-member $50 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27653 1/14-28 M 9:30-11AM LC-ACACShorebirdsShorebirds are an amazing group of birds, famous forundertaking some of the longest migraons known in birds.These birds, found along coasts, lake shores, and other openhabitats, present some difficult idenficaon challenges tobirders. This class will explore the great diversity of shorebirds,highlighng their classificaon and idenficaon.Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27232 1/15 Tu 10AM-12PM LC-CTWDArizona’s AmphibiansMost people do not oen associate the desert with amphibians.Aer all, these animals require an ample supply of water tosurvive. Yet Arizona is surprisingly rich in amphibians, many ofwhich take advantage of summer rains for an opportunity tobreed. This class explores the salamanders, frogs, and toadsof Arizona. We will invesgate the classificaon, idenficaon,vocalizaons, and biology of these remarkable animals. Join usfor a fun look at our amphibian neighbors!Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27233 1/21 M 10AM-12PM LC-IRWDSongbirds Part 1: Flycatchers to KingletsIn the first installment of the Songbirds Series, we will look atflycatchers, vireos, jays, wrens and several other groups of birds.We will discuss the classificaon and idenficaon of thesebirds, using slides and audio recordings. Do you know whatseparates the flycatchers from all of our other songbirds? Thisclass will tell you. Join us for the first part of our journey throughthe songbirds, the most diverse groups of birds on Earth.Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27234 1/25 F 10AM-12PM LC-IRWDSongbirds Part 2: Thrushes to TanagersThe second part of the Songbird Series focuses on thrushes,thrashers, pipits and warblers. What the heck is a pipit? This classwill show you. We will study the classificaon and idenficaon ofthese birds with color slides and audio recordings. Come along aswe connue our tour through the world of songbirds.Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27235 2/1 F 10AM-12PM LC-IRWDSongbirds Part 3: Sparrows to GoldfinchesIn the final chapter of the Songbirds Series, sparrows, cardinals,bunngs, orioles, blackbirds and goldfinches will be in thespotlight. Like the other classes in the series, we will invesgatethe classificaon and idenficaon of these birds using sight andsound. These birds include some of our gaudiest, as well as someof our most difficult birds to idenfy (especially the sparrows).Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27236 2/6 W 10AM-12PM LC-ACACLand BirdsRoadrunners, quail, doves, and woodpeckers are the focus of thisclass, as we discuss the classificaon, idenficaon, and ecology ofthese birds. Ever wondered why woodpeckers don’t get headaches?Or, which dove is important to healthy saguaro populaons? Thisclass will answer these quesons and many more. Join us for a lookat some of our most visible and familiar desert birds.Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27346 2/25 M 10AM-12PM ABN-RECThings That Make You Go Ouch!Southern Arizona is home to many things that can sng,bite, poke or irritate you. We have ralesnakes, black widows,scorpions, chiggers and other animals that can make us hurt. Itseems as though every plant in the desert has thorns or spines onit somewhere! In this class, we invesgate the threats that thesenases present to our wellbeing. We focus on the idenficaonof the plants and animals that make living in southern Arizona awonderful, but occasionally painful, experience.Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27345 2/11 M 10AM-12PM ABN-REC48 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Southern Arizona TreesSouthern Arizona is home to a plethora of trees, frommesquite and palo verde in desert valleys, to coonwoods andash in riparian areas, to oaks and pines in the mountains. Thisclass will introduce students to the diversity of trees found inour area. We will look at the leaves, bark, structure and flowersof many of southern Arizona’s tree species. Join for a journeyamong the wonderful trees of our region!Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27341 3/4 M 10AM-12PM LC-ACACSensaonal Serpents of Southern ArizonaSnakes suffer from a severe public relaons problem. They arefeared and reviled by many people around the world. In this class,we will focus on these wonderful creatures, as we look at many ofthe 47 species of serpent that can be found in southern Arizona.Did you know that we have a boa that lives in our state? We willalso look at ralesnakes and how to avoid being bien by one.Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27342 3/13 W 10AM-12PM LC-ACACLizards, Lizards, LizardsThe Sonoran Desert is home to a wide variety of reples. Thisclass will look at some of the more conspicuous reples, thelizards. Lizards are oen acve during the day, exhibit interesngbehaviors, and some are quite colorful. Why do so many lizardsdo push-ups? How do some lizards easily lose their tails when apredator threatens? Join us and find out!Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27344 4/8 M 10-12PM LC-IRWDWildflowers of Southern ArizonaFollowing winter rains, southern Arizona produces oneof the most stunning wildflower displays in the naon. Thesummer monsoon heralds in the second floral show of the yearand another group of wildflowers are on display. In this class, wecelebrate the stunning beauty of southern Arizona’s wildflowershow. A main focus of the class it to help you idenfy the brilliantfloral display you can see in the desert in spring. And, if you leavefor the summer, you will see what you are missing!Instructor: Jeff BabsonFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27343 4/3 W 10AM-12PM LC-ACACLanguage of the Land: Introducon toAnimal Tracks and SignsHave you ever noced how difficult it is to locate wildlife? Despitethe brevity of close encounters with animals in nature, we dailystumble past countless signs of their passing. The secret languageof the land is yours to learn in this series of classes designed toimprove your tracking skills. Using a combinaon of slideshows,displays and interacve lectures Naturalist Vincent Pinto will helpyou build a set of skills aimed at idenfying wildlife by their tracksand signs. In the end, you’ll be amazed at all that you’ve beenmissing and how much you can now read from the landscape!Instructor: Vincent PintoFee: Member $59/Non-member $69 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27545 1/24-31 Th 1-3PM LC-IRWDWooing in the Wild: Sexual Strategiesand Exploits of Wildlife and PlantsWhich species engages in incest in the ear of a moth? Why domale deer grow a set of antlers each year only to shed them?How can a "wimpy" male toad land a mate despite his less-thanmachomakeup? Via in-depth and oen amusing slide shows/lectures you’ll be amazed at how various species of wildlifemanage to carry on their lineages. The diversity of reproducvestrategies provides not only food for thought, but also keyinsights into evoluon and how the natural world funcons.Instructor: Vincent PintoFee: Member $55/Non-member $65 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27546 2/27-3/6 W 2-4PM LC-IRWDThe Other Wildlife: Sky IslandsInvertebratesOne out of every four living species idenfied by humans is abeetle. One out of every three animal species is a beetle. Addto this the mind-numbing diversity of all the other invertebratesin the world and you soon get the idea that collecvely theyrule the planet, not us! Here in the Sky Islands of southeasternArizona we have a plethora of invertebrates that possess bothan unexpected beauty as well as fascinang natural histories.Wildlife Biologist and Naturalist, Vincent Pinto will guide youin discovering these diminuve dazzlers - the insects, spiders,scorpions, mites, snails, cenpedes and more - that adorn ourarea with a seemingly countless variety of shapes and lifestyles.The classes’ slide shows, lectures and displays will keep you onthe edge of your seat!Instructor: Vincent PintoFee: Member $59/Non-member $69 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27548 3/11-18 M 10AM-12PM LC-ACACRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 49


<strong>Winter</strong> Wild Edible and Useful Plantsof the Sky IslandsIf you’ve ever wanted to be able to find, idenfy, collect anduse various wild plants for a multude of purposes, then you’vefound the right class! Ethnobotanist and Naturalist, Vincent Pintowill guide you in a journey of discovery aimed at increasing yourknowledge of nave plants found in winter. Learn which speciescan be used for: Food, Medicine, Shelter, Art, Rope, Tools, Music,Hunng, Fire-making (without matches), Dyes, Basketry andmore! Upon encountering each plant you’ll learn the details ofits idenficaon and how to safely collect and process it for amyriad of useful purposes. You’ll even create several naturalcras from plants to take home. The instructor will furtherdemonstrate many other ethnobotanical uses of plants.Instructor: Vincent PintoFee: Member $85/Non-member $95 Classes: 3CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27547 3/11-25 M 1-3PM LC-ACACWhat’s on the Box?This is a class designed for anyone looking to buy a newcomputer or wanng a beer understanding of what came withthe one they have. It is a down and dirty look at what the mumbojumboon the tag and box really tells you about the system you arebuying. We’ll discuss crical quesons you should consider beforepurchasing the right system for you. By the end of class you willunderstand the importance and funcon of the processor, harddrive RAM, graphics card and other components of the computer.Material fee $2 for handouts paid to instructor at class.Instructor: Mark PhelpsFee: Member $20/Non-member $30 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27649 1/22 Tu 2-3PM EC-LNGE27650 2/21 Th 10-11AM EC-LNGE27651 3/19 Tu 10-11AM LC-IRWD27652 4/16 Tu 10-11AM EC-GAMEImportant Computer Tips for EVERYONENo computer needed! Sam Yulish, PhD., has been teachingcomputer courses since 1973! In this class, he will give younumerous important ps on running and maintaining yourcomputer, saving your hard drive, speeding up your computer,virus protecon and more. Minimal experience required.Instructor: Samuel YulishFee: Member $19/Non-member $29 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27324 2/6 W 2-3:30PM LC-IRWDeBay 101: Sell Your Stuff Online at eBayand Other SitesNO COMPUTER NECESSARY, BUT THERE IS Wi-Fi available. Thisis a beginner’s class in selling your stuff on-line. It is so easy, andyou can make so much more money than at a garage sale. SamYulish, Ph.D., is the author of What To Buy at Garage Sales,Estate Sales, and Aucons that WILL SELL at eBay and Amazonin 2012. He will also show you how to find what’s hot and what’snot. All you need is a camera and a computer (you don’t need tobring it to class) and this course.Instructor: Sam YulishFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 5CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27351 2/21-3/21 Th 2-3PM LC-IRWDGoogle’s PicasaGoogle’s Picasa is the best free piece of photo managing andeding soware you can find. What does it do? At its mostbasic, it’s a photo manager and viewer. Browse through all ofyour photos, organized by folder, as well as by the year theywere stored on your hard disk. It also has a full complement ofeding tools, and lets you create CDs full of photos, as well asphoto collages, screensavers and posters. It will upload your filesto Google’s Web albums photo site, publish your photos to yourBlogger blog and plenty more as well. A Laptop Computer with awireless card to access the internet is preferred but not requiredin the class. Bring an extension cord.Instructor: Bob OgusFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 4CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION26241 1/8-29 Tu 1-3:15PM SRS-KINO26242 2/5-26 Tu 1-3:15PM SRS-KINO26243 3/5-26 Tu 1-3:15PM SRS-KINO26244 4/2-23 Tu 1-3:15PM SRS-KINOFacebook Made SimpleYour friends and family have been talking about Facebook fora few years now. It’s new, different and is a great way to keepin touch with loved ones. See photos, read and send notesand more. Aend this easy introducon to the world’s fastestgrowing communicaon tool and find out how easy and safe itreally is to get started. Your guides will paently show you howeasy it can be. BRING YOUR LAPTOP and extension cord, this is ahands-on course! $10 materials fee paid to instructor for accessto online How-To video clips CD.Instructor: David LichtyFee: Member $30/Non-member $40 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27531 1/9 W 9-11:30AM LC-ACAC27532 2/6 W 2-4:30PM LC-ACAC27533 3/6 W 9-11:30AM LC-ACAC27534 4/3 W 2-4:30PM LC-ACACPhoto ManagementTired of having to search and search for a photo? Learn how tosystemacally tag, file and sort your pictures so that you can findany picture, person or subject in one quick search. Learn how tocrop and do basic fixes to your pictures to make them beer. Wewill show you how to change the size, what the different types(jpeg, png, f, gif, bmp) are used for, how to save them to a CD,backup disk or flash drive and how to send them in an email ordrop box. This class will demonstrate using PICASSA 3 which wewill have for you to install. Required: Basic computer skills, PCLaptop with WINDOWS 7 or VISTA Operang system. YOU MUSTBRING A COMPUTER TO CLASS and your own extension cord.NOTE: 2/15 CLASS IN ACACIA ROOM.Instructors: Ron and Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27337 1/11-18 F 9AM-12PM SRS-ANZA27338 2/8-15 F 9AM-12PM LC-IRWD27339 3/1-8 F 9AM-12PM LC-IRWD27340 3/29-4/5 F 9AM-12PM LC-IRWD50 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Apps and Tricks for Your iPADGet the most out of your APPLE iPAD. We will show youhow to use the iPAD, all the best Apps and how to get the mostout of your new tablet. Need basic computer skills. You MUSTbring an Apple iPAD to class.Instructors: Ron and Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27509 1/25 F 9AM-12PM SRS-ANZA27510 2/22 F 9AM-12PM LC-IRWD27511 3/15 F 9AM-12PM SRS-ANZA27512 4/12 F 9AM-12PM LC-IRWDRipping Music on Your ComputerRipping is the process of copying audio content to a hard disk,typically from removable media. This class is for music loverswho would like to be able to transfer their music from CD’s totheir computer, or download music from the Internet. We willalso discuss how to transfer music from cassees, and evenvinyl. You will learn how to make ONE CD hold 100 differentsongs of only your favorites for use in your car or portable CDplayer. We will show various ways to conveniently store and fileall your audio and video files. Required: Basic computer skills, PCLaptop with WINDOWS 7 or VISTA Operang system. YOU MUSTBRING A COMPUTER TO CLASS and your own extension cord.Instructors: Susanne and Ron PhillipsFee: Member $35/Non-member $45 Classes: 1CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27513 1/25 F 1-4PM SRS-ANZA27514 2/22 F 1-4PM LC-IRWD27515 3/15 F 1-4PM SRS-ANZA27516 4/12 F 1-4PM LC-IRWDComputer CommunicaonsThis class is for the PC user who wants to learn how to use theircomputer safely for communicaon and Internet transacons.Pracce the basics of navigaon. Learn how to aachdocuments, photos and to download pictures from a phone orcamera. Learn how to use the Internet, home and travel phoneservice, Scareware for viruses, PayPal for online transacons,Skype for voice and video chat, Tweet and other messagingapplicaons. Learn to configure your computer for maximumefficiency and speed. Required: Basic computer skills, PC Laptopwith WINDOWS 7 or VISTA Operang system. YOU MUST BRINGA COMPUTER TO CLASS and your own extension cord.NOTE: 2/15 CLASS IN ACACIA ROOM.Instructors: Ron and Susanne PhillipsFee: Member $50/Non-member $60 Classes: 2CR# DATES DAY TIME LOCATION27517 1/11-18 F 1-4PM SRS-ANZA27518 2/8-15 F 1-4PM LC-IRWD27519 3/1-8 F 1-4PM LC-IRWD27520 3/29-4/5 F 1-4PM LC-IRWDTrips & ToursMusical Instrument Museum and FrankLloyd Wright’s Taliesin West TourWe have combined two wonderful places to visit in thePhoenix area on this day tour. The New Musical InstrumentMuseum covers over 200,000 square feet and truly celebratesthe universal language of music by exhibing instrumentsfrom every country in the world. The MIM will celebrate thecontribuons each and every country has made to our musicalheritage. On exhibit will be approximately 5,000 instrumentsand with the use of the most technologically advanced wirelessheadsets and high-resoluon video screens, we will be ableto see instruments, hear their sounds and observe thembeing played in their original sengs. We will enjoy a no-hostlunch in their restaurant and have free me to explore thegalleries. We then visit Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’swinter architectural studio in northeast Scosdale, Arizona.Wright’s southwestern masterpiece is located on 600 acres ofrugged desert in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains andthe complex of buildings overlooks the enre metropolitanPhoenix <strong>Valley</strong>. Knowledgeable guides will explain how thearchitecture relates to the site and provide a general overviewof Wright’s theories and designs. Join us for this great tour! Feeincludes transportaon, services of a tour director, admissionto museums, bus refreshments and driver p. Bus departs fromDesert Hills upper parking lot. Deadline to purchase 1/14. Norefunds aer 1/14.Fees: Member $93, Guest $98CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27660 1/22 Tu 8AM-6PM DH-PARKCanyon Lake Boat Tour on the Apache TrailToday we will board our deluxe motorcoach and travel to CanyonLake, which is located north of Apache Juncon. We’ll make arest stop in Florence. For lunch we travel to the Mining CampRestaurant. This eatery is full of western atmosphere and theplaers of food served to our group will make your eyes pop.We then travel along the paved poron of the Apache Trail.Tucked into the base of the Superson Mountains is a beaufulman-made lake called Canyon Lake. We board Dolly’s Steamboatand cruise Canyon Lake as the captain narrates on the scenery,geology and history of the area. Steep canyon walls ascend outof a crystal blue body of water. This makes for a very enjoyable1½ hour cruise. We travel home today full of great memoriesof this wondrous part of the state. Join us! Fee includestransportation, services of a tour director, lunch (tax and tip),boat fare, bus refreshments, and driver p. Bus departs fromDesert Hills upper parking lot. Deadline to purchase, 1/21. Norefunds aer 1/21.Fees: Member $100, Guest $105CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27661 1/29 Tu 8AM-6:15PM DH -PARKRegister online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 51


World Championship Hoop Dance Contestand Pueblo Grande Museum TourJoin us as we travel to the Heard Museum and the 23rd annualWorld Championship Hoop Dance Contest! Dancers fromacross North America will showcase their skill and talent asthey compete for the presgious World Champion tle. Duringperformances, dancers will incorporate speed and agility asthey manipulate their bodies through one to more than 50hoops. Accompanied by either Northern or Southern drums, theperformers express disnct cultural tradions, as they are judgedon a variety of categories. Enjoy some me exploring the exhibitsin the Heard Museum which feature the best in tradional andcontemporary American Indian art. Grab some fry bread orlunch in the café. Next we visit the Pueblo Grande Museum andArchaeological Park which is located at a 1500 year old Hohokamvillage ruins site in modern day Phoenix. Enjoy their easy trailsthat link the excavated ruins and spend me in the museumwith its interesng exhibit galleries. Enjoy their visitor’s centerand me to examine the grounds before we travel back to <strong>Green</strong><strong>Valley</strong>. Fee includes transportaon, services of a tour director,admissions to 2 aracons, bus refreshments and driver p.Bus departs from Desert Hills upper parking lot. Deadline topurchase, 2/1. No refunds aer 2/1.Fees: Member $77, Guest $82CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27662 2/9 Sa 8:15AM-6PM DH – PARKTucson Rodeo and Parade TourSee over 200 entries in the world’s largest non-motorizedparade. Enjoy the view from grandstand seang. Lunch will bethe buffet at Desert Diamond Casino on Old Nogales Highwaythen we take our reserved seats at the rodeo. The rodeo, whichwill celebrate its 88th year, features bareback and saddle broncriding, steer wrestling, calf roping, team roping, barrel racingand bull riding. Current and former world champions competein this naonally televised event. ‘’The Fiesta de los Vaqueros’’ranks among the top 15 professional rodeos in North Americaand is honored in the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. Fee includestransportaon, services of a tour director, parade bleacherseang and reserved rodeo seang, buffet lunch (tax & p), busrefreshments and driver p. Passengers are welcome to bringcushions or stadium seats to use at both the parade and therodeo. Bus departs from Desert Hills upper parking lot. Deadlineto purchase 2/7. No refunds aer 2/7.Fees: Member $98, Guest $103CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27663 2/21 Th 7:15AM-5:30PM DH – PARKArizona Diamondbacks vs. Chicago CubsSpring Training Baseball TourToday we are heading to the new Spring training home for theArizona Diamondbacks at the Salt River Fields. This 11,000seat capacity ballpark is the 1st major league baseball springtraining facility to be built on Indian land in the naon. Enjoy thegame and the spectacular landscape of Camelback Mountain,the McDowell Mountains, Four Peaks, the SupersonMountains and Red Mountain. We will be making a stop atthe Tempe Marketplace for you to choose a spot among themany restaurants to enjoy a no-host lunch before we head tothe 1:10p start of the game. Sign up soon - we’ll have a lot ofinterest in this oung! Fee includes transportaon, services of atour director, ballgame cket, bus refreshments and driver p.Bus departs from Desert Hills upper parking lot. Return me isapproximate. Deadline to purchase ckets: 2/12. No refundsaer 2/12.Fees: Member $83, Guest $88CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27664 3/5 Tu 8:30AM-6:15PM DH – PARKBarleen’s Arizona Opry TourFor over 30 seasons the Barleen family has fed and entertainedfolks at their 500-seat Apache Juncon dinner theatre. We willenjoy a hearty, home-cooked lunch (savory chicken entree) andthen a Grand Ole Opry style show. Some of your favorite countrytunes will fill the theatre along with musical variety, side-splingcomedy, yodeling and just plain fun. This is good, clean familyentertainment which will highlight all of your favorite tunes.Come along and enjoy a trip to the Arizona Opry with us! Feeincludes transportaon, services of a tour director, show cket,lunch (tax & p), bus refreshments and driver p. Bus departsfrom Desert Hills upper parking lot. Deadline to purchase 2/28.No refunds aer 2/28.Fees: Member $92, Guest $97CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27665 3/15 F 9AM-5:45PM DH – PARKChiricahua Naonal Monument TourThe Chiricahua Naonal Monument, located in the Southeasterncorner of Arizona, is very scenic and contains history andwonderful rock formaons that we will share with you. We travelinto the Naonal Monument where we take in their small butinformave visitor’s center before making our way up a windingmountain road to the summit which is Massai Point. What aspectacular view of this Wonderland of Rocks. A boxed lunchwill be enjoyed at this locaon. Two short hikes to check out theforest of rock spires are planned at this locaon. A tour of thehistoric Faraway Ranch House is included during our visit. Comealong and explore with us! Fee includes transportaon, servicesof a tour director, box lunch, admission, bus refreshments anddriver p. Bus departs from Desert Hills upper parking lot.Deadline to purchase 4/5. No refunds aer 4/5.Fees: Member $82, Guest $87CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27666 4/16 Tu 8AM-5:15PM DH – PARK52 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


Ramsey Canyon and Sonoita Vineyards TourToday we travel to a special spot located on the east side ofthe Huachuca Mountains where we will visit Ramsey Canyon.A spring-fed stream, favorable northeast orientaon and highcanyon walls provide Ramsey Canyon with a moist, cool, stableenvironment. The hummingbirds like Ramsey Canyon too! Youwill need to be able to enjoy short hikes to properly visit thispreserve. A hearty lunch at The Mesquite Tree Restaurant will beenjoyed before we travel to the Sonoita Vineyards. Here we willenjoy a tour of the winery to beer understand each stage of thewine making process. This will be followed by a tasng where wecan sample their wines. Join us for this delighul day oung. Feeincludes transportaon, services of a tour director, admission toRamsey Canyon, lunch (tax and p), tour and tasng at winery,bus refreshments and driver p. Bring along your hiking shoes,hat and binoculars. Bus departs from Desert Hills upper parkinglot. Deadline to purchase 4/12. No refunds aer 4/12.Fees: Member $103, Guest $108CR# DATE DAY TIME LOCATION27667 4/25 Th 8AM-5:30PM DH – PARKConcertsWhat's HappeningThis <strong>Winter</strong>JANUARYTom Wopat "Love Swings" 8 T WC 7PMTSO Mastworks 10 Th WC 7:30PMGood Lovelies 15 T WC 7PMSwitchback 24 Th WC 7PMJimmy Webb 29 T WC 7PMMoscow Nights andGolden Gates 31 Th WC 7PMFEBRUARYStreet Corner Renaissance 5 T WC 7PMCelc Crossroads 12 T WC 7PMSwing Fever 14 Th WC 7PMDala 21 Th WC 7PMMARCHFrank Ferrante "An Eveningwith Groucho" 5 T WC 7PMFrank Ferrante "Career, Comedyand The Marx Brothers" 6 W WC 9AMTSO Masterworks 7 Th WC 7:30PM"American Jukebox" 21 Th WC 7PMJim Van Slyke -"The Sedaka Show" 26 T WC 7PMAPRILSons of the San Joaquin 2 T WC 7PM"An Evening with Vicki Lewis" 4 Th WC 7PMCalmus 9 T WC 7PMTUESDAY IS PRIME RIB NIGHT!NFL Ticket lives at the 19th Hole!Open for breakfast 6am daily!Live Music every Friday night!Karaoke every Saturday night!Register online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 53


Special Events/DancesJANUARYBavarian Brass Band 19 S WC 7PMPartners 25 F CH 7PMFEBRUARYFollies "Sll Kickin" 7-9 Th-S WC 7 & 2PMThe Real Tones Band 22 F CH 7PMMARCH<strong>Valley</strong> Players "The 1940'sRadio Hour"14-17 Th-S WC 7 & 2PMTBA 22 F CH 7PMAPRIL<strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Stage Band 13 S WC 7PMMoviesJANUARYThe Avengers 11 F WC 2 & 7PMMoonrise Kingdom 18 F WC 2 & 7PMFEBRUARYTBA 1 F WC 2 & 7PMMARCHA Night at the Opera 8 F WC 2PMDuck Soup 20 W WC 2PMAnimal Crackers 29 F WC 2PMAPRILTBA 12 F WC 2 & 7PMTBA 24 W WC 2 & 7PMLecturesOur Lecture Series is FREE and open to all GVRMembers and the General Public!JANUARYNorthwest Medical Center 2 W EC 9AMPima Council on Aging 3 Th CH 9AMParkinson's Group 4 F EC 1PM<strong>Valley</strong> Verde Veterinarians 9 W EC 2PMG.V. Gardeners 10 Th DH 9AMTucson Orthopaedic Instute 10 Th EC 2PMUtah State University 11 F EC 9AMWhipple Observatory 15 T WC 9AMG.V. Gardeners 17 Th WC 9AMSarver Heart 17 Th CH 10AMWhipple Observatory 22 T WC 9AMG.V. Gardners 24 Th DH 9AMWhipple Observatory 29 T WC 9AMWestern Passport Center 30 W EC 9AMG.V. Gardners 31 Th DH 9AMU of A Arthris Center 31 Th CH 10AMFEBRUARYParkinson's Group 1 F EC 1PMWhipple Observatory 5 T WC 9AMSonora Lung C.A.R.E. 5 T DH 11AMNorthwest Medical Care 7 Th EC 9AMG.V. Gardeners 7 Th DH 9AMPima Council on Aging 7 Th CH 9AMG.V. Gardeners 14 Th DH 9AMTucson Orthopaedic Instute 14 Th EC 2PMWhipple Observatory 19 T WC 9AMU of A Neurologist 19 T WC 12PMG.V. Gardeners 21 Th WC 9AMSarver Heart 21 Th CH 10AMWhipple Observatory 26 T WC 9AMG.V. Gardeners 28 Th DH 9AMU of A Arthris Center 28 Th CH 10AMMARCHParkinson's Group 1 F EC 1PMNorthwest Medical Center 6 W EC 9AMG.V. Gardeners 7 Th DH 9AMPima Council on Aging 7 Th CH 9AMG.V. Gardeners 14 Th DH 9AMTucson Orthopaedic Instute 14 Th EC 2PMSarver Heart 21 Th CH 10AMG.V. Gardeners 28 Th DH 9AMU of A Arthris Center 28 Th CH 10AMAPRILNorthwest Medical Center 3 W EC 9AMG.V. Gardeners 4 Th DH 9AMPima Council on Aging 4 Th CH 9AMParkinson's Group 5 F EC 1PMG.V. Gardeners 11 Th DH 9AMSarver Heart 18 Th CH 10AMU of A Arthris Center 25 Th CH 10AM54 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


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IMPORTANT DATES:GVR offices closed:Tuesday, January 1, 2013 (New Year's Day)Monday, February 18, 2013 (Presidents Day)(Las Campanas office is open on weekends and holidays from 10am - 2pm)Summer Program Guide available on Monday, April 1, 201358 Registraon begins Monday, December 10. Register early!


1. Abrego North1601 N. Abrego Drive2. Abrego South1655 S. Abrego Drive3. Canoa Hills Social Center3660 S. Camino del SolOffice - 625-62004. Casa Paloma I400 W. Circulo del Paladin5. Casa Paloma II330 N. Calle del Banderolas625-99096. Continental Vistas906 W. Camino Guarina7. Desert Hills Social Center2980 S. Camino del SolOffice - 625-52218. East Social Center7 S. Abrego DriveOffice - 625-46419. Las Campanas565 W. Belltower DriveOffice - 648-766910. Madera Vista440 S. Camino del Portillo11. Santa Rita Springs921 W. Via Rio FuerteOffice - 393-036012. West Social Center1111 S. Via ArcoirisOffice - 625-028813. Member Services Center1070 S. Calle de las CasitasAll Offices - 625-344014. Canoa Ranch Social Center5750 S. Turquoise Mountain Dr.GVR Facility MapNDuval Mine Road4. CasaPaloma I9. Las Campanas6 ContinentalVistas7. Desert Hills10. MaderaVistaCamino del Sol Social Center 3. CanoaHillsLa CanadaMajor Social Center Office Hours Monday through FridayCanoa HillsDesert HillsEast Social CenterLas Campanas*Santa Rita SpringsWest CenterMember Services Center5. CasaPaloma IIEsperanzaBlvd.12. West CenterContinental Road13. MemberServices CenterWest FrontageRoadCamino EncantoCanoa Road14. CanoaRanchInterstate 198-11:30am, 12:30-4pm8am - 1pm8-12:30pm, 1:30-4pm8-11:30am, 12:30-4pm8am - 1pm8am - 1pm8am - 4pmSatellite Center1. AbregoNorthEast FrontageRoadSee schedule of office hours on page 7 of coursecatalog or see the latest issue of Keeping Current.Abrego Drive8. EastCenter2. AbregoSouth11. Santa RitaSprings*Now open from 10am-2pm on weekends and holidays!Register online at www.gvrec.org or visit your nearest major social center office. 59


The <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Arts & Crafts Association Presents . . .The <strong>Green</strong> <strong>Valley</strong>Arts & Crafts Festival 2013Join UsMarch1&2, 2013 West Social Center9 AM – 4 PM Friday9 AM – 3 PM SaturdayUnique Gifts Door Prizes Refreshments100 + tables of unique gifts All items hand crafted by talented local artisansCatered breakfast and lunch available.This event is FREE and open to the publicGVR Professional ServicesTake Swim Lessons withLESLIE AKERSPrivate swim lessons available. Grouplessons listed in catalog.• Red Cross Cerfied Lifeguard• Water Safety Instructor for over 30 years• Cerfied Aqua Arthris InstructorTo schedule private lessons call:(520) 625-1205 or cell: (317) 373-1124There is a fee for this service.Take Tennis Lessons with GVR's TeachingTennis ProfessionalRAY WARDLAW• Available for private or group tennis lessons• USPTA Pro 2• Over 20 years of instruconal experience• Phone: (520) 625-0274You will be expected to reserve or schedule court mefor your lesson. There is a fee for this service.Personal Trainer Available to GVR’s MembersGLENDA MARTINEZPhone: (520) 298-3941 or (520) 979-1216• Specialized Exercise Training (SET)• American Council on Exercise Cerfied• Cerfied Older Adult Fitness• Licensed Praccal Nurse• Post Rehabilitaon Condioning Specialist, over 25 yearsexperience. There is a fee for this service.60

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