Recreation Newsletter
Lansdowne Recreation Department – Winter 2010 Program Guide
Winter 2010 Program Guide: Youth Programs, Adult Programs
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JUST ADDED: PLAYWRITING CLASSES
Learn how to write a play! Playwrights’ Workshop offers new and emerging playwrights opportunities to home their craft. Classes will include practice in monologue and character construction, dialogue and conflict, and stagecraft for playwrights. Each class will include modeling peer interaction, and focused craft writing. In addition, participants will have opportunities to share their class work each week. The goal of the course is to give writers the tools and confidence to begin their own one-act plays. Instructor Sharon Daly Sweeney has been a teacher of writing and theater for the last twenty-five years; she is currently the English Department Chair and Theater Coordinator at Penncrest High School and instructor for the Pennsylvania Writing and Literature project at West Chester University. To register for the class call the Lansdowne Recreation department at 610-284-1493.
When: Thursdays, 7:00-9:00 pm; Six weeks beginning Feb. 4
Fee: $100; non-residents $105
Instructor: Sharon Daly Sweeney
Location: Lansdowne Theater, second floor screening room. 31 North Lansdowne Avenue
YOUTH PROGRAMS
BEGINNING JEWELRY
Learn the techniques of wrapping, twisting, beading, crimping, and designing sets of jewelry. Students will come away with a full set of jewelry, along with extra accessories which they will create by hand.
Ages: 9-15
When: Mondays, 5:00-6:00 pm; Three weeks beginning Feb. 1
Fee: $24 plus $9 supply fee to instructor
Instructor: Liz Steele Coats
DANCE (Tap & Ballet)
Dance classes stress the development of body awareness, strong technique and creativity. Please call Doriann Kozak at 484-744-1876, or doriannkozak@yahoo.com.
Instructor: Doriann Kozak, Lansdowne Dance Academy
Fee: $100; Non Residents $105, for 12 weeks
AGES 4-6
Mondays 10:00-11:00am beginning Feb. 1 or Saturdays 9:30-10:30 beginning Jan. 30
AGES 7-up
Mondays 11:00-12:00 noon beginning Feb. 1 or Saturdays 10:30-11:30 beginning Jan. 30
ART: INTRO TO DRAWING
This class is an exciting introduction into the amazing world of drawing. Learn to sketch using various pencils. Bring a sketchbook.
Ages: 8-12
When: Wednesdays, 4:30 pm-5:30 pm; six weeks beginning Feb. 3
Fee: $30; Non-resident $35
Instructor: Marcus DiSciullo
MARBLES
Play and enjoy the grand game of marbles. Participants are eligible to compete in an upcoming local tournament.
Ages 6-13
When: Mondays, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm; 10 weeks beginning Jan. 25
Fee: $15; Non-resident $20
Instructor: Linda McFarland
ADULT PROGRAMS
SOUL LINE DANCING
Have you ever been to a party and wanted to join the line dance fun, but didn’t know how? Join the fun! Learn the basics of line dancing, along with terminology of line dance that will make you more comfortable on the dance floor. Wear comfortable clothing and low friction shoes or sneaks. See you on the dance floor.
When: Fridays, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, four weeks beginning Feb. 5.
Fee: $25; non-residents $30
Instructor: Ronnie Williams
INTRO TO IMPROV
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be able to speak and act with spontaneity, confidence and humor without a second thought? Improv is a great tool for building self-confidence and your artistic voice, no matter what path your life takes. It’s also a great way to meet other people and have fun. Each week you will play games and exercises that teach you to be spontaneous, make discoveries, and grow as a creative individual and as part of a team. No experience necessary but a strong willingness to laugh act silly in front of others, and participate in a fun, supportive and positive environment is a must.
When: Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm; Eight weeks beginning Feb. 1
Fee: $120; non-residents $125
Instructor: Kelly Jennings
Location: Lansdowne Theater, second floor screening room. 31 North Lansdowne Avenue
TAI CHI
Tai Chi consists of slow, relaxed movements that connect one with the rhythm of nature and promote the healing process. Reduce daily stress and fatigue, improve posture, tone muscles and increase flexibility and balance.
When: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm; Seven weeks beginning Jan. 26
Fee: $45; Non-resident $50
Instructor: Donna J. Smyth
YOGA (Beginner/Intermediate)
Learn to reduce stress and pain, increase bone and muscle strength and increase flexibility and range of motion. This course will improve balance, stamina, coordination and posture. Wear comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat and an accepting attitude towards your body.
When: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm; Seven weeks beginning Jan. 27
Fee: $50; Non-resident $55
Instructor: Patricia Lasseter – Certified Yoga Instructor
PILATES
Pilates is an exercise program which focuses on one’s powerhouse – the stomach, back, hips and buttocks. These unique exercises engage the mind as well as the body for a complete workout for everyone.
When: Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 pm; Seven weeks beginning Jan. 26
Fee: $45; Non-resident $50
Instructor: Donna J. Smyth
JEWELRY
Learn the advanced techniques of wrapping, twisting, beading, crimping, and designing sets of jewelry. Students will come away with a full set of jewelry, along with extra accessories they will create by hand. In addition, students will experiment with revitalizing old jewelry to make it new as well as incorporating chains into their work.
When: Mondays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm; Three weeks beginning Feb. 1
Fee: $28 (plus additional $12 supply fee to be paid to instructor)
Instructor: Liz Steele-Coats
*Please Note – Unless otherwise noted, all programs are held at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 South Lansdowne Avenue.
Lansdowne Parks & Recreation Department Board Members:
Chairman: Sherry Spinnraker
Vice-Chairman: Michael Mills
Secretary: Dawn Haussler
Jack Kelly
Barry Malone
Khalil Shearlds
Robert Bartmann
Jeannette Reinhart
The board meets at 7:00 pm each third Monday of the month at Lansdowne Borough Hall.
