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January 2019
Capital City Music Together
A Music Together Class is: •A community of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents/caregivers sharing songs, instrument play, rhythm chants, and movement activities in relaxed, playful, non-performance-oriented settings. •Music learned through developmentally appropriate activities that support and respect the unique learning styles of very young children. •Children participating at their own levels in mixed-age family-style classes. •Parents and caregivers contributing to the enrichment of their child’s music environment—regardless of their own musical abilities. •A new song collection every semester for…
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WW (Weight Watchers)
WW is a leading, global provider of weight management services committed to providing a comprehensive approach to weight loss based on the latest scientific thinking. For more than 45 years, they have helped millions of people around the world lose weight through the fundamental learnings of safe and healthy weight loss. Their approach is built on four pillars that have the greatest impact on success. Their philosophy is that a person should: ▪ Learn to eat more healthfully ▪ Increase…
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Adult Ballet
Instructor Katie Rogers teaches two classes: Adult Ballet Basic Saturdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Studio 1 Some previous basic experience is required. Adult Ballet 1 Saturdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m., Studio 1 Some previous experience is required as this is not a basic class. Classes are $70 per month. Drop-ins are welcome.
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Empowerment Theological Seminary
Empowerment Theological Seminary offers a time efficient and affordable way to earn the following seminary degrees: Certificates; Associates; Bachelors; Masters and Doctoral. Classes are Mondays from 6-10pm in Room 9. (There are no classes June-August) Dr. Marva L. Myles was president of South Sacramento Theological Seminary Correspondence School which was an extension of Pneuma Theological Seminary for several years, when Dr. Myles decided to become independent and organize her own Seminary. Dr. John Blouin assisted Dr. Myles in getting his…
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Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
A different theme is presented weekly to draw attention to the directions and solutions outlined in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. This is a closed meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous and only alcoholics may attend. Newcomers are welcome but, no court cards will be signed. Annual birthdays are celebrated and new attendees are acknowledged. Meetings are held Tuesdays from 7-8pm in Room 10.
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New Year, New Teas – Tea Class
Let us cheers to more tea drinking! Sunday, January 27th 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Garden Room Fee: $25 Advanced Registration Required; class is limited. Register Here Calling experienced tea lovers and those turning to tea as part of a New Year’s resolution to cut back on coffee or drink more clear liquids. This class will explore some new tea tastes including: flavored black teas such as Apricot Brandy, Nilgiri from India, oolongs from Taiwan, a flavored cherry black and green…
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AARP Driver Safety Course
Join us on February 4 & 5 for the AARP Driver Safety Program, an 8-hour refresher course broken up over 2 days. Monday & Tuesday, February 4th & 5th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Room 10 Fee: $15/ AARP members; $20 / non-members. The program’s aim is to keep drivers safe by making sure they have all updated information, especially as cars, driving rules and road conditions have changed over the years. This course also addresses common age-related issues like vision,…
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Christian Science Lecture: A New View of God
International Christian Science speaker, Phillip Hockley, from Skewen, Neath, Wales, shares his view of God’s effect on well-being and how to find new ways to help and heal those who are suffering. In this lecture Phillip will share that the perspective of God and reality that Christian Science opens up is one that offers freedom from whatever in our lives seems painful, debilitating, or limiting. He'll talk about a 19th-century woman, Mary Baker Eddy, who, after a life-threatening injury, discovered…
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Shall We Dance? Couple’s Ballroom Class
Grab your love and let's hit the dance floor! Sunday, February 10th 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. in Studio 2 Fees: $25/ couple Advanced registration required; space is limited. Online Registration Open Soon The movie ‘Shall We Dance’ is a wonderful story about following your heart and trying something new, like dancing! In this workshop, we will get you started with some simple steps in a few different dance styles. Couples will learn the Tango, Nightclub 2-Step, and the Rumba. With…
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Near Death Experience Meetings
The International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) is an educational nonprofit membership group, focused on providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects. It is the only group of its kind in the world. The purpose of IANDS is to promote responsible, multi-disciplinary exploration of near-death and similar experiences, their effects on people’s lives, and their implications for beliefs about life, death, and human purpose. IANDS publishes a peer-reviewed scholarly journal and a member magazine, sponsors conferences and other…
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Mark Making: A Drawing Sampler
This drawing class will show you the basics as well as allow you to sample different techniques and mediums. Tuesdays, February 12th - April 2nd 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in Garden Room Fees: $80/ person Advanced registration required; space is limited. Online Registration Open Soon Join us for a super fun, low-pressure drawing class taught by Cate the Funmaker. Over our 8-week course, we will play with a variety of techniques, materials and subject matter. We will lightly cover the…
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Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI)
Free monthly meetings, the 2nd Wednesday of the month, for writers, artists, & musicians on all levels & from all music genres welcome. NSAI advocates for songwriters' legislative rights, educate and advise on the craft of songwriting and the music business. 6pm Networking / 6:30pm Meeting Start Time *Please bring a song to share and 15-20 lyric sheets Some meeting dates may be moved for special events.
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Intro to Watercolors
Add a little color to your life with paint! Saturday, February 16th 3:00 -5:00 p.m. in Room 11 Fees: $40 Advanced registration required; attendance is limited. Check Back for Online Registration Get your feet wet in this watercolor basics course with local artist Tonja Wilcox! This tutorial is perfect for beginners and novice painters. We’ll talk about recommended supplies, basic color theory, and techniques to get you started. We’ll explore color mixing both in the palette and on paper (without…
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Beginning Spanish – February 19 Session
Converse with more than 400 million Spanish speakers worldwide and travel in over 21 foreign countries with ease! Tuesdays, February 19 - March 26 6:00 – 7:20 p.m. in Room 12 Fees: $100/ person Advanced registration required; space is limited. Materials: Please purchase the Practice Makes Perfect: Verb Tenses, 3rd Edition workbook and bring it to class. It’s good for all Spanish classes offered through the Learnery. Online Registration Open Soon Join us in our longest-running series at the Learnery! In Beginning Spanish,…
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Cochlear Chapter Meeting
Explore how the Cochlear® family of volunteers can be a resource for those seeking information on advanced hearing loss solutions and provide support to those who have Nucleus® Cochlear Implant and Baha® technology! Connect with others Learn more about healthy hearing and hearing solutions Receive hearing loss news, tips and updates from Cochlear Explore opportunities to participate in community events Give back by helping others with hearing loss *Although Cochlear meetings and events are kid friendly, children are the responsibility…
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Conversational Spanish – February 21 Session
Build on your Spanish language skills in this fun class! Thursdays, February 21- March 6:00 – 7:20 p.m. in Room 12 Fees: $100/ person Advanced registration required; space is limited. Materials: Please purchase the Practice Makes Perfect: Verb Tenses, 3rd Edition workbook and bring it to class. It’s good for all Spanish classes offered through the Learnery. Online Registration Open Soon Join us in our longest-running series at the Learnery! Conversational Spanish (formally called Continuing Spanish) is for Spanish students who are looking…
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Celestial Embroidery
Try your hand at embroidery in this workshop with a stellar project! Saturday, February 23rd 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in Room 12 Fees: $35/ person Advanced registration required; space is limited. Online Registration Open Soon Come celebrate your favorite constellation with this easy embroidery project! Cate the Funmaker will be teaching this delightfully starry 7” design stitched on denim with metallic thread. We will cover basic embroidery stitches such as straight stitch, back stitch, seed stitch, satin stitch, and…
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Hula Workshops
The hula dance is a choreographed interpretation of a poetic text, or mele, telling a story through hand and body gestures and rhythmic patterns. This ancient traditional dance and art form was once used to share Hawaiian history and genealogy before written records existed. Hula is also considered an excellent form of exercise. The graceful nature of the dance requires slow precise movements, intense focus and muscle control. Hula improves both coordination and muscle awareness, much like yoga. Two hula…
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