O n - G o i n g C l a s s e s & L e s s o n s
MUSIC, DANCE, ARTS, LANGUAGE, COOKINGVOICE & PIANO & GUITAR LESSONS BY PATRICE MONAHAN
Voice - Piano - Guitar Lessons at Patrice's home studio. 17 years experience. Patrice holds a certificate in Jazz Studies from New England Conservatory of Music. She performs professionally and has taught music in the Boston Public Schools. A member of NEPTA. Please visit her website for more information. www.patricemonahan.com 617-694-6632 musiclessons@patricemonahan.com TRY A NEW INSTRUMENT AT MUSIC GO ROUND - a Baker Parent-Owned Shop Try a 5 pack of lessons at Music Go Round, a used-music gear shop on Rt 9, and try something new! Details online at: www.musicgoround.com
The Sunday School for Jewish Studies Open Enrollment
The Sunday School for Jewish Studies is now accepting registrations for grades K-7 for the 2012-2013 school year. The Sunday School is an independent school offering a once-a-week program for children in the greater Boston area for over 40 years. Located at the OakHill Middle School in Newton, our school is committed to providing a Jewish education that fosters a strong sense of Jewish identity for children and families with diverse traditions of Jewish observance. Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation is available but not required, and students may enter in any grade. Interfaith and nontraditional families are welcome. For additional information, please visit our website at www.sundayschoolforjewishstudies.org or call 617.264.8855. Bridging the Generations: An Intergenerational Music Class
January 11 – February 8, 2012 At Goddard House in Brookline, Assisted Living Brookline Music School offers an intergenerational class for children ages 3-5 years, with younger siblings welcome and seniors at the Goddard House in Brookline, Assisted Living. The class will take place over five Wednesdays at 3:30pm for 45 minutes from January 11 to February 8, 2012. Bridging the Generations: An Intergenerational Music Class combines all the elements of a regular music class, set in a senior living facility, where the residents participate by singing, playing instruments, or simply watching. The class allows for and encourages interaction between the children and the seniors. With rhythm instruments, songs, play materials and movement, we create a rich musical experience for everyone. Bridging the Generations: An Intergenerational Music Class will take place in the library at Goddard House in Brookline, Assisted Living (165 Chestnut St. Brookline, MA 02445) on Wednesday, January 11; Wednesday, January 18; Wednesday, January 25; Wednesday, February 1; and Wednesday, February 8, 2012 from 3:30 to 4:45pm. Class fees are $100 for one session: five classes. More sessions may be added in March and May, 2012. To register call Brookline Music School at 617-277-4593 or for more information email Ruth Schechter at rschechter@bmsmusic.org. BROOKLINE MUSIC SCHOOL
Spring 2012 Programs at Brookline Music School January 31, 2012 – June 17, 2012 Brookline Music School’s Term II (Spring) programs run January 31-June 17, 2012, offering a variety of classes and private instruction for all ages and abilities. Programs offered include early childhood music and movement and dance classes, Suzuki instruction, group classes including Beginning Piano, Group Voice, Music Technology, Garage Band, iPad Band, and Jazz Theory, as well as Jazz/Rock/Pop, Chamber and Flute Choir ensembles for kids, teens and adults. For detailed information visit www.bmsmusic.org. Spanish Cultural Center of America www.sccofa.org
Run by Runkle School Parents Start learning Spanish through its culture and literature Fall Spanish Courses A wonderful opportunity for children of all ages and experience levels, our unique course provides the opportunity to start building skills that will prepare students for high school AP classes, the AP Spanish Language Test and even the difficult AP Spanish Literature Test-which few students have the ability to take! Our classes help students to become bilingual (English-Spanish), with a deep understanding of culture and appreciation for the great wealth of Ibero-American literature. Also providing excellent programs for college students, adults, and business applications, our unique literary based multimedia approach ensures a competitive edge in a globalized world. Spaces are very limited, so reserve your place now by calling: 617-277-4323/617-794-6554 or emailing info@sccofa.org. Piano Lessons: Gloria Jasinski
Learn Jazz/Blues/Classical, theory, sightreading form a Berklee & New England Conservatory graduate with 25+ years teaching experience. Build a high quality musical foundation witha patient, caring instructor. Beginners welcome. Gloria Jasinski, phone: 617.566.9704, email: piano566@comcast.net Opera for children - a high quality music/drama instruction for those who prefer small group experience to a chorus: acting, dancing, stage movement, and vocal development. We perform staged children's operas! Classes begin Wed. 9/21 in a convenient Brookline location! Call Barbara S. Gawlick 617-965-0169 or email: gawsro@msn.com
English Conversation Group at the Putterham Library
Visit http://www.brooklinelibrary.org/programs/esl for more information LEARN MANDARIN
Everybody CAN learn Chinese easily if they have the right teacher who uses the right approach. Why not start your Mandarin adventure NOW with an MA certified teacher who is experienced with diversified students? We offer 30-minute FREE trial lesson. For more information, please contact Li Zhang at MandarinGlobe@gmail.com or call 857-318-2494. ELL WORKSHOP
Adjusting to Life in Brookline is a program supporting international families in the process of transitioning to a new community and a new culture. The program is in the third year and is sponsored by the English Language Learners Program in the Brookline Public School System. The meetings consists of a series of interactive events: a combination of information, exercises, and discussions. For more information and a schedule of future events, please visit www.adjustingtobrookline.com |
SPORTS, FITNESS, SPECIAL EVENTSA Step Ahead Basketball (ASA Hoops)
Is offering tryouts for boys AAU grades: 4-8. Tryouts are starting Feb 12th and taking place on weekends throughout the month. ASA is also holding its annual February Vacation basketball clinic 2/20 - 2/24, 9AM-1PM. For more information or to register for these events please go to www.asahoops.com or contact Coach Smith: Coachb@asahoops.com / 617-909-5990 The Boston College Women's Soccer progran will be holding their April and Summer clinincs. Dates are April 17-20, June 25-28, and July 16-19. It is for girls ages 6-14. All sessions at the BC Newton campus, 9am-3pm each day. This is an opportunity for the younger female soccer player to improve her comfort level on the ball, increase skill development, and have competitive fun. For more information including registration contact (617) 552-0982 or soccercl@bc.edu. Online registration may be found at: http://www.bceagles.com/camps/bc-w-soccer-camps2.html.
The Boston College Women's Soccer progran will be holding 8 Junior Academy one-hour clinics on Sunday afternoons. The dates are January 8, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, and March 11. They will be held at the Bubble at either 12:00 or 1:15. It will be capped to the first 30 participants per time session. This is for girls ages 9-12. The coaches will be the BC Women's Soccer coaching staff and players. This is an opportunity for the younger female soccer player to improve her comfort level on the ball, increase skill development, and have competitive fun. For more information including registration contact (617) 552-0982 or bhattacn@bc.edu.
RUNNING FORM and SPEED TRAINING for STUDENT-ATHLETES
Dramatically improve your child's running form, technique and overall speed through coaching sessions with running coach Tim Bayley BS Sports Science. Tim is a professional runner for PUMA and PowerBar and 2 Time All-American. He has 4 years of coaching experience with High and Middle school student athletes in a variety of sports and has helped many athletes towards achieving College sports scholarships. Coaching sessions carried out at Harvard University Athletic Facilities. Private training and small groups up to 4 kids available. For more information please email me at timbayley@gmail.com or call 530-748-7073 or visit timbayley.com ULTIMATE GRIND FITNESS FOR PARENTS
Want a personal trainer, but still want to feel like part of a team? This fitness program could be perfect for you! Morning classes starting Monday, January 9th For more information call 781-588-4757 or visit www.ultimategrind.com I feel like I get so much out of an hour workout, and Justin makes them really enjoyable and is very encouraging. He also helps modify or intensify exercises as needed and definitely knows his stuff. I would definitely recommend these classes to anyone! –Colleen, Brookline I've had many friends come to an Ultimate Grind bootcamp, from very experienced to less, and they all LOVE Justin! He's fabulous. Come to a class and you will not be disappointed. –Stacey, Brookline Rob Miller, former Baker teacher and Head Men's Tennis Coach at Boston
College is offering tennis lessons throughout the year. If interested contact him at this email address: Millerr@emmanuel.edu |
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