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Serving the West County

Guide of Classes, Activities and Events

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PAIDSebastopol, CAPermit No. 14

707 823-1511 • 390 Morris Street (Tue-Fri 10-4) • P.O. Box 2028, 95473 • www.seb.org

Check Out Our Remodeled Downstairs Reception Area and Main Hall Restrooms! Thank you to the City of Sebastopol for funding this wonderful project, to Persinger Architects & Associates for their design and coordination assistance, and to the wonderful contractors and subcontractors who work with A.E. Nelson Construction. What a wonderful, hardworking, ethical and skilled crew!

Calling All 2-5 Year Old Children! Our Tiny Tots Preschool is the best. It’s a child-

friendly, nurturing, enriching, kind environment where pure fun and positive development take the lead. Check it out while there’s still space! Just announced

program for 2 year olds! Contact director Jessica Morell at [email protected] or 823-0355.

Valley Fire Benefit Concert What a fabulous event! On September 27th, the entire West County Community came together and raised over $34,000 for the Valley Fire relief effort. Music, food, and a general sense of this community’s ability to make a difference were the themes of the day. Turn to page 7 for a list of all of those involved!

Winter/Spring 2016

Advance Purchase Privileges for Concert Tickets! Yours when you become a member at the $50 level. At higher levels there are free premium tickets and ticket discounts, as well as discounted rental rates. And you get to

support all our great classes, programs, and entertainment! Sign on to seb.org to join today!

What’s Happening...

Monthly Youth Talent Showcase/Open Mic: Are you interested in performing or in helping organize? Contact Shawnie at 228-4853 or [email protected]. She is specifically looking for youth to fill intern-ship/leadership needs. Also needed are sponsors to provide the funding to continue this fabulous positive and empowering program for our local youth.

Old Blind DogsFri, Mar 4

We’ve got Entertainment!

New Year’s Eve Party. Celebrate the New Year with drink, food, music, and merriment galore! This will be a New Year’s Eve Party to remember. Don’t miss it! Cosponsored by SCCC with Jim Corbett of Mr. Music Foundation. Supported by a grant from the City of Sebastopol. Tickets available soon at seb.org.

Patrick Amiot CalendarBuy Your 2016 Patrick Amiot Calendar Now! They make splendid holiday gifts (they even come with their own mailing envelopes!). Featuring the whimsical sculptures of Patrick Amiot. Purchase locally at Copperfield’s, Fircrest, Pacific Market, Sprint, Popeye’s, Whole Foods, or online at folkartforschools.com. All proceeds support school and community programs.

Sunday December 20: Holiday Sing-Along with Mr. Music. For warm-hearted family fun, nothing will beat this event. Spend the evening singing your holiday favorites and enjoying good company. Food, drink, and song. What more do we need?! Cosponsored by SCCC with Mr. Music. Supported by a grant from the City of Sebastopol.

Sebastopol Guitar Festival 4th Annual – Jan 30 Guitar & other vendors, workshops, concerts. This year featuring Jim Hurst, Jim & Morning Nichols & Stevie Coyle. Tickets at seb.org. Brought to you by Kebtone Productions and SCCC!

This Spring: Michael Krasny returns for the Seventh Annual Author Dinner/Talk:

Mark your calendars. M i c h a e l Krasny has brought us a m a z i n g a u t h o r s each year:

Michael Pollan, Alice Walker, Bud Trillin, Khaled Hosseini, Piper Kerman, and Amy Tan. This year’s author has not yet been chosen, but with a track record like this, you know this year’s event will be very special. Don’t miss out. Seating will be limited, offered at $150 per person, with table sponsorships available. Please watch our eblasts for the announcement launching ticket sales.

New Year’s Eve Party! w/ David LuningThu, Dec 31

4th annual Guitar Fest Sat, Jan 30

Ani DiFrancoSat, Feb 27

more news on pg 4...

Event CalendarDec 5 Alasdair Fraser & Natalie HaasDec 12-13 Goddess Crafts FaireDec 20 Mr. Music Holiday Sing-AlongDec 31 New Year’s Eve Bash w/ David Luning

Jan 10 Wildcat AdventuresJan 16 Sonoma West Medical Center a Community Celebration

Jan 17 Seskin, Carothers & HenryJan 30 4th Annual Sebastopol Guitar FestivalFeb 12 Dave and Phil AlvinFeb 20 Mardi Gras Casino Night Sunrise Rotary Fundraiser

Feb 27 Ani DiFrancoMar 4 Old Blind DogsMar 12 California Blue Grass FestivalMay (TBD) Author Dinner / TalkAug 14 Tour d’Organics Bicycle Ride Oct 8 Chris Smither (rescheduled concert)

Sebastopol Community Cultural Center • 390 Morris Sreet, Sebastopol, CA 95472 • 707-823-1511 • www.seb.org2 Winter/Spring Guide 2016

SCCC Year - Round Programs

Preschool

Children’s Creative WorkshopAmy Goff Wilson Ages: 2-6 Main Hall/Green RmDoes your child love creating projects and wish there was more time for this at school? Have you always wished you could enjoy more creative time with your child but find yourself not being able to make the time to do it? If yes, this is the perfect time to make this happen. Come spend valuable time with your child as you watch their imagination and creativity take off during this fun children’s crafting class. Children will create an exciting tangible item to take home each week. For more info: 707-293-0637 or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor. *No class 5/19

Session 1 Thur 11:45am 1/7 - 2/4 $75/5wks

Session 2 Thur 12:30pm 2/11-3/10 $75/5wks

Session 3 Thur 2pm 3/17-4/14 $75/5wks

Session 4 Thur 3pm *4/21-5/26 $75/5wks

Mini Music Ali Weiss Ages: 0-5 Annex/Main RmA music program for infants to pre-schoolers and their parent(s) or caregivers. Families will participate each week in singing, movement, and instrument playing, $165 for returning families (one child), $180 for new families (one child) and $110 for additional siblings. under 8mos free. Ongoing. For more info: www.minimusictime.com or 707-567-8529. Register w/Instructor.

Session Mon 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 3:30 & 4:30 1/11 - 3/14

Session Wed 9:30, 10:30 & 11:30am 1/13 - 3/16

NEW! Session Thur 9:30, 10:30 & 11:30am 1/15 - 3/18

Youth, teens & Adults

Sensational SaxophonesJane Fossgreen 6th -12th grade Annex/Music RmThis class will highlight and explore the joy of saxophone duets, trios, quartets and ensembles. Many styles will be presented and original compositions will be encouraged. Students will be jazzed about returning to work on new pieces and further develop their own original works. Bring your sax, a music stand and be ready for fun! [email protected] Register w/Instructor. *No class 3/23.

Session 1 Wed 4pm - 5pm 2/3 - 2/24 $90/4wks

Session 2 Wed 4pm - 5pm *3/2 - 3/30 $90/4wks

Session 3 Wed 4pm - 5pm 4/6 - 4/27 $90/4wks

Adventures in Drama Tamara Ice MFT, RYT Apple Blossom School - Multi Use RmEnrolled in 3rd-6th grade A performing arts workshop with a public performance on June 16th. Participants will learn the tools of acting, work with character development and script work, play and perform improvisational games. Self-confidence is enhanced through this work and school performance often improves. For more info: 707 953-2379. Register w/Instructor. *$40 to Apple Blossom School for production fee (script, set and costume work)

Spring/Summer Production Class Thurs 3:30pm - 5pm 3/31 - 6/9 $350 + $40*

Drawing and Colored PencilAnn Torrez Ages: 18+ Annex/Music RmWe will experiment with different ways of drawing with colored pencil and study artists who use colored pencil in the basis of their art. For more info: [email protected]. Register online.

Session 1 Fri 10am - 11:30am 1/15 - 2/19 $150/5wks $45/drop-in

Creative, Visual & Performing ArtsYouth, teens & Adults cont’d

Guitar WorkshopsPaul Christopulos Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Music RmThis workshop includes jamming, theory, jazz and acoustic blues and folk styles. For more info: 337-4287 or [email protected]. Register w/ Instructor.

Session 1 Tue 7pm - 8:30pm 1/19 - 2/23 $140/6wks

Session 2 Tue 7pm - 8:30pm 3/22 - 4/26 $140/6wks

Ukulele Workshops Marilyn Read Ages: 10 & Up Annex/Music RmFor more info: 477-1356 or [email protected]. Must pay for class in advance, no drop ins or pro-rating this class. Register Online.

Absolute Beginner’s Ukulele Thur 7pm - 8pm 1/7 - 2/4 $125/5wks

Venturing up the Ukulele Neck Thur 7pm - 8pm 2/11 - 2/25 $75/3wks

Fingerpicking for the Ukulele Thur 7pm - 8pm 3/10 - 3/24 $75/3wks

Song Leading for Ukulele Thur 7pm - 8pm 4/7 - 4/21 $75/3wks

Adults & seniors

Insurgent Writer’s GroupVarious Ages: Adults & Seniors Annex/Music RmThe Insurgent Writer’s Group gathers to give kudos, criticism and friendship to make words do our bidding. We limit the size of our group to give attention to all. For more info: Phyllis - [email protected].

Tue 10am - Noon Ongoing

Painting with Watercolors and AcrylicsSasha Pepper Ages: Adults & Seniors Main Hall/Green Rm For all levels: Beginners can learn basic techniques of either medium, explore ways of using color, texture and composition to create dramatic effects. Develop your unique style. Individualized instruction. For more info: 541-7615 or [email protected] Register w/Instructor.

Mon 10am - Noon Ongoing $32/mo $10 drop in

Tiny Tots PreschoolJessica Morell Ages: 3 - 5 (plus 2 yr olds program!) Garzot Duffield BldgTiny Tots is a community preschool that provides children a developmental approach to early childhood education. Tiny Tots is nestled in a large sunny park overlooking a year round pond that is full of ducks, turtles, fish and a visiting Egret named ‘Snowy’. Our play-based emergent curriculum is inspired by the Reggio Emi lio belief that children use their own learning and are capable. We use a variety of methods

that are child-centered, encourage activity, involvement, discovery and learning at the child’s own pace.

Tiny Tots Director Jessica Morell has an MA in Teaching and BA in psychology, and a pre-K - Kindergarten Montessori Diploma. The program runs during the school year, and also offers a summer session. For more info: 823-0355 or [email protected].

We have just added a program for 2 year oldswith limited space available!

Free Coupon KINDERGYM

This coupon entitles you to one free visit to our Kindergym program! Please visit us Mon, Wed & Fri from 11am - noon.

If you want to continue with the class, drop in fee is $5

www.seb.org • 707 823-1511 • 390 Morris St • [email protected]

Kindergym Ages: 6 mos - 3 years Main HallHave you tried Kindergym? If you have a young crawling baby or a toddler who is jumping off everything, Kindergym is for you. Join us for a fun open play time that includes lots of play equipment, dancing & singing. Use the coupon for a free visit below! For more info: 823-1511.

Ongoing Wed & Fri 11am - Noon $5/drop-in $7 for 2 siblingsSAVE! Buy a punchcard $45

TeensWorkTeensWork is designed to help teens gain much needed job skills in preparation for entering the work force as young adults. Services are offered free of charge, and include classroom instruction, mentoring, help writing a resume, educational workshops, experiential learning opportunities and support in obtaining a job. TeensWork supports youth in taking a critical step toward self-reliance and independence. For more information: [email protected].

Please visit us

Hold Your Meetings at SCCC. We have very nice rooms for small meetings, accommodating 10 to

25 people, and costing $10 to $40 per hour. If you’re willing to share space, you can use the Community Lounge for free, from 10am to 4pm Mon-Fri. For book clubs, or parent groups, a knitting club, or just to get together to work on a project

or issue, SCCC is a reasonably priced, easy option.

Winter/Spring Guide 2016 3Sebastopol Community Cultural Center • 390 Morris Sreet, Sebastopol, CA 95472 • 707-823-1511 • www.seb.org

Preschool, Youth & teen

Ballet, Tap & Jazz Julie Faye Ages: see chart below Annex/Side RmThe class covers the basic tap and ballet steps. We also play a variety of musical instruments in a parade to work on rhythm. Tap and ballet shoes are provided! Please wear socks or tights. Dance Recital is 5/15 (to participate you must attend all 4 sessions). A costume will be required for the show and will cost between $30-$40. Parents are consulted in costume choice. For Int & Adv classes, instructor approval is required to enroll. Register w/ Instructor. For more info: Julie 707-953-4639 or www.juliefaye.com.

Day & Time Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4

Pre-School I: 2 - 3yrs Thu 1:30-2:20pm 1/7-1/28 $45/4wks

2/4-2/25 $45/4wks

3/3-3/21 $45/4wks

4/7-5/12 $70/6wks

Pre-School II: 4-5yrs Thu 2:30-3:20pm 1/7-1/28 $45/4wks

2/4-2/25 $45/4wks

3/3-3/21 $45/4wks

4/7-5/12 $70/6wks

Beginner’s: 6-8yrs Thu 3:30-4:20pm 1/7-1/28 $45/4wks

2/4-2/25 $45/4wks

3/3-3/21 $45/4wks

4/7-5/12 $70/6wks

Intermediate: 9-11yrs Thu 4:30-5:20pm 1/7-1/28 $45/4wks

2/4-2/25 $45/4wks

3/3-3/21 $45/4wks

4/7-5/12 $70/6wks

Tap/Jazz (ADV) 12-16yrs Thu 5:30-6:30pm 1/7-1/28 $45/4wks

2/4-2/25 $45/4wks

3/3-3/21 $45/4wks

4/7-5/12 $70/6wks

Teens & AdultsApple Tree MorrisCliff Stevens Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Main RmCome check us out! This year’s open workshops are on Jan 21 & 28. No experience necessary. Call Cliff for info. Morris is a festive seasonal dance dating back hundreds of years to the farming com-munities of the Cotswold Hills in England. Wear comfortable sneakers and clothing. For more info: 823-6925 or e-mail [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

Thur 7:15pm - 9:15pm Ongoing Free

Ecstatic DanceLoi Medvin/Aspen Madrone Ages: All Annex/Main Rm A family friendly, free-flowing, bass-filled dance. Express yourself through movement and rhythm - spirit activates, senses expand and creativity abounds! Community focused and community produced - by dancers for dancers.For more info: 861-0650 or [email protected]

Sun (1st & 3rd) 11am - 1pm Ongoing Sliding scale $20 - $10under 21 = $5 childcare included

Adults & SeniorsModern DanceVirginia Matthews Ages: Adults Annex/Main RmThis class is for returning dance students and currently training students who wish to increase strength, flexibility & range of movement. $15.00/class Cards available at $50.00/4 class or $80.00/8 class (expires 3 months from purchase) For more info: [email protected].

Tue 11am - 12:15pm Ongoing prices above

Tap DanceJulie Faye Ages: Adults & Seniors Annex/Side RmIt’s never too late to start tappin’! It is great exercise - low impact or energetic - that’s up to you! Tap shoes can be provided. For more info: Julie at 953-4639 or www.juliefaye.com.

Senior Tap Tuesday 10:30-11:30 Ongoing $35/4wks $10 drop in

Adult & Senior Tuesday 11:45 -12:45 Ongoing $35/4wks $10 drop in

We would like to thank Lagunitas and Taylor Maid Farms

for donating their fabulous products to our events!

Your contribution to the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center is more than a donation, it is an investment in your community! We urge you to become involved; take a moment to visit us, and enjoy any of our programs, classes, or events. To make a tax deductible donation, visit our website at www.seb.org or call us at 823-1511.

DancePreschool & Youth

MissFits FitnessElena Abrams Ages: 3-12 yrs Main HallRun, lift, skip, jump, lunge and squat your way through an hour of amazing fitness development games and activities that will improve motor, social and healthy lifestyle skills in a positive way. Fitness can be found everywhere! We’ll all explore fun, creative fitness themes during our 8 week session, including… For more info: [email protected] or 707-481-9030.Obstacle Course Days – Students run through & create their own obstacle courses!

Playground Games Days – We’ll pick our favorite games, there are so many choices!

Circus Days – Bring your imagination and strength, that’s what the circus is about!

Hoop Days – Hop, swing, jump, there’s so much more than just hula, but that’s fun too!

Day & Time Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Ages 3-5yrs Thu 10:30-11:30am 1/7-2/25$96/8wks

3/3-4/21$96/8wks

4/28-5/26$96/8wks

Ages 6-9yrs Thu 3:45 - 4:45pm 1/7-2/25$96/8wks

3/3-4/21$96/8wks

4/28-5/26$96/8wks

Ages 10-12yrs Thu 4:45 - 5:45pm 1/7-2/25$96/8wks

3/3-4/21$96/8wks

4/28-5/26 $96/8wks

1RevolutionPaul Lambrecht Ages: 9-16 yrs Ragle Ranch ParkOur programs blend adventure, connection in nature, service learning, and personal expression and build the core attributes a modern day revolutionary must possess. Supported by a healthy experiential group process, youth understand that they matter and that they have a role to play in making our world a better place. Our principle-based mentorship model scaffolds each participant’s healthy development through the life cycle. Our guides are expert in their field and achieve the highest quality programming while emphasizing safety. Our programs are founded on fun and build multiple layers of connection (self, others, community). For more info: (707)338-6501 or www.1rev.org. Register online.

Connecting in Nature AdventureThis is our signature school-year offering and a great way for youth to ground themselves in our fun team-building and leadership curriculum. Each meeting we will explore a local wild spot enjoying a mix of adventure (rock climbing, flat water or ocean paddling, and wilderness travel) and time connecting through nature awareness games, routines, and primitive skills. Each program culminates with a 24-hour overnight experience. Fee includes all equipment for each meeting and food for overnight Friday 5PM to Saturday 5PM

Ages 9-11 Sat 9am - 4pm (Sat)Fri 5pm - Sat 5pm

2/27, 3/12, 4/16,5/6 & 5/7 (overnight) $275

Ages 12-14 Sat 9am - 4pm (Sat)Fri 5pm - Sat 5pm

2/27, 3/12, 4/16,5/6 & 5/7 (overnight) $275

2 Wheels, 1RevolutionParticipants will build friendships, endurance, and riding skill as they enjoy both road and mountain biking. The first two days we will ride West County back roads and mountain bike at Willow Creek SP. Our third gathering will include an overnight campout and bike at China Camp State Park. Please inquire if you would like our help securing a suitable bicycle and helmet.

Ages 9-11 Sat 9am - 4pmFri 5pm - Sat 5pm

3/6, 3/13,3/19 & 3/20 (overnight) $225

Ages 12-14 Sat 9am - 4pmFri 5pm - Sat 5pm

3/6, 3/13,3/19 & 3/20 (overnight) $225

Spring Break 2016A highlight of our veteran participants, the multi-age Spring Break trip mixes adventure, community, nature, and fun as we explore some of our epic local landscapes. This trip will take participants to the Marin coast to enjoy Bolinas waves, the Pt. Reyes headlands, and camping at Samuel P. Taylor State Park. Activities include ocean play (surfing, boogie boarding), hiking, and group camp fun.

Ages 10-16 Wed - Fri 9am - 5pm 3/23 - 3/25 (overnight) $300

GymnasticsSteve Sassone Ages: See chart below Main HallChildren have fun learning basic tumbling, vaulting, bar, and beam skills, creating a strong foundation for gymnastics. For more info: 953-2524 or [email protected]. Register online. *No classes held: Wednesdays 3/23 or 5/18, Fridays 2/5 or 4/15.

Class Day & Time Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Gym Tots ages 4-5 Wed 2:45 - 3:30pm 1/6 - 2/10$78/6wks

*2/17 - 3/30$78/6wks

*4/6 - 5/25$91/7wks

Gym Tots ages 4-5 Fri 2:45 - 3:30pm *1/8 - 2/12$65/5wks

2/19 - 3/18$65/5wks

*4/1 - 5/13$78/6wks

Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Basic Gym ages 6-9 Wed 3:30 - 4:30pm 1/6 - 2/10$90/6wks

*2/17 - 3/30$90/6wks

*4/6 - 5/25$105/7wks

Basic Gym ages 6-9 Fri 3:30 - 4:30pm *1/8 - 2/12$75/5wks

2/19 - 3/18$75/5wks

*4/1 - 5/13$90/6wks

Fitness & Sports

LOCATIONSCommunity Center Classes:TheAnnex: Music/Side Main & Conference Rm 425 Morris StreetThe Main Building: Main Hall/Green Room/Community Lounge 390 Morris St

Classes off site:Apple Blossom School - Multi-Use Room700 Watertrough Rd Garzot Duffield Bldg7985 Valentine AveRagle Ranch Park500 Eagle Rd (Off Ragle Rd)


Teens & Adults NIA mind-body-soul-workout

Kristy Hellum Ages: 12+ Adults Annex/Main Rm NIA is foremost an awesome workout for the mind, body and soul, using dance to get a full body experience that is for all fitness levels, utilizing, yoga, martial arts and many dance forms, all to inspiring music. For more info: 707-599-2000 or [email protected] Register w/Instructor.

Ongoing Tue 9:15am - 10:15am $7 - $15 sliding scale

JazzerciseVarious Instructors Ages: 12+ Adults Main Hall Jazzercise is a calorie-torching, hip-swiveling, Shakira’d-be-proud dance party workout to put your abs to the test, with a hot playlist to distract you from the burn. Our classes—Strike, Fusion, Core, Strength and Dance Mixx—will leave you breathless, toned and coming back for more. Start working it...with Jazzercise. $25.00 joining fee, 12-month minimum, $44.00 monthly, $40.00 joining fee, 6-month minimum, $12.00 single visit price. (Pay at Facility)For more info: 586-0279 [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

Jazzercise Personal Touch (available by appt only) Am Class Mon - Fri 9am Ongoing

Pm Class Tue - Thur 6pm Ongoing

Weekend Classes Sat & Sun 8:30am Ongoing

ZumbaZumba with Mary Raia Ages: Teens & Adults “Calling all dancers and non-dancers alike”…I work hard to create a fun-filled, safe, non intimidating environment for those who have hesitated in joining a Zumba Fitness® class while at the same time, dancers and veterans of Zumba Fitness® thoroughly enjoy the pace—exercising in a healthy, fun environment! Come dance to captivating Latin and international beats! All levels are welcome! Wear comfortable clothes and workout shoes. For more info: 707-324-9345 or www.letsgozumba.com. Register w/Instructor.

Main Hall/Green Rm Wed 6pm - 7pm Ongoing $10/class, 4/$50, 10/$80

Annex/Main Rm Sun 8:30 - 9:30am Ongoing $10/class, 4/$50, 10/$80

Zumba with Andrea Frick Ages: Teens & Adults Let the music free your body. The ultimate dance-fitness party will groove you into shape. Shrink everything but your smile! For more info: 874-1234 or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

Annex/Main Rm Mon 6pm - 7pm Ongoing $10/class, 4/$50, 10/$80

Main Hall/GreenRm Thur 9:30 -10:30am Ongoing $10/class, 4/$50, 10/$80

Fitness & Sports

Check us out online! www.westcountysoftball.com

West County Softball Association P.O. Box 1373 Sebastopol, CA 95473 Email: [email protected]

Register TODAY… Registration closes 12/31/15

ONLINE REGISTRATION

OPEN NOW!

West County Softball Association is a recreational Fastpitch Softball program dedicated to providing a fun and positive experience for girls ages 5 to 14 years old.

We encourage players with ALL levels of experience to come out and PLAY BALL!

The Tour d’Organics was a Success! Thank you to everyone who made this bicycle ride and community get-together so much fun! Check out the video on our website and register for the 2016 ride today. Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 14!

Our Annual Membership Drive Starts Soon. Please renew your membership, or join us as a new member. Information will be mailed out soon, or you can sign onto www.seb.org. If membership doesn’t work for you, please donate what you can. Every contribution counts for us.

Thursday 7-8pm, see guide listing for detailsAll classes include free monthly beginner’s jam - ongoing

2016 WORKSHOPS: Fingerpicking and more… Register Now! www.seb.org

Marilyn Read, Instructor for more info: (707) 477-1356

Calling ALL AMAZON shop-pers! Link SCCC to your Ama-zon account and .5% of all your eligible purchases will be do-nated by Amazon to SCCC. No cost to you and easy! To link us to your account, sign on to

smile.amazon.com and follow prompts to select Sebastopol Community Cultural Center (94-2915229) as your chosen charity. After that you just purchase in the normal way, knowing you’re supporting SCCC.

Séance, Anyone? Interested in holding a séance at that infamous School House from Hitchcock’s “The Birds.” Contact us to reserve a date. Limited opportunities will be offered during calendar year 2016. Email [email protected] . In Remembrance...The Sebastopol Community Cultural Center is saddened to share the news that Kathy Clifton, founder and the first director of Tiny Tots Preschool, has passed away. For over 30 years, Kathy brought joy and enrichment to the many preschoolers who had the good fortune to spend their days with her. Her legacy lives on in the Tiny Tots Community Preschool, which still reflects her nurturing and kind spirit. We will miss her terribly, but will always remember the great contribution she made to our community.Kathy’s family has requested that the Community Center establish a fund in her name, to benefit the Tiny Tots Program. These gifts can be mailed to SCCC, P.O. Box 2028, Sebastopol, CA 95473. Please note in the memo section of the check that it is for the Kathy Clifton Memorial Fund. We will work with Kathy’s family to determine an appropriate way for these funds to memorialize Kathy Clifton and her lifetime of contributions to our community. Questions may be directed to Diana Rich, Executive Di-rector of the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center, [email protected].

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Classes for Preschoolers

Class Age Day Time Page#

Ballet, Tap & JazzPre-School I

2 - 3yrs Th 1:30 PM 3

Ballet, Tap & JazzPre-School II

4 - 5yrs Th 2:30 PM 3

Children’s Creative Workshop

2 - 4yrs Th 11:45AM, 12:30PM 2 PM, 3 PM 2

Gym Tots 4 - 5yrs W F 2:45 PM 3

Kindergym 6mo - 3yrs W F 11:00 AM 2

Mini Music 0 - 5yrs M W Th9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, or 11:30 AM

2

Tiny Tots 3 - 5yrs M T W Th F 9:00 AM 2

Classes for Youth

Class Age Day Time Page#

Adventures in Drama 3rd - 8th grade Th 3:30 PM 2

Ballet, Tap & Jazz (BEG) 6 - 8yrs Th 3:30 PM 3

Ballet, Tap & Jazz (INT) 9 - 11yrs Th 4:30 PM 3

Children’s Creative Workshop

5 - 6yrs Th 2:00 PM 2

Gymnastics - Gym Tots 4 - 5yrs W F 2:45 PM 3

Gymnastics - Basic 6 - 9yrs W F 3:30 PM 3

MissFit Fitness 3 - 12yrs Th 3:30 PM 2

One Revolution Adventure Camps

9 - 16yrsSat 9:00

AM3

Sensational Saxaphone6th - 12th

gradesW 4:00 PM 2

Tap & Jazz (ADV) 12 - 16yrs Th 5:30 PM 3

Classes for Teens & Adults

Class Day Time Page#

Apple Tree Morris Dance Th 7:15 PM 3

Art & Tarot T 6:00 PM 6

BLS Healthcare Provider W 5:30 PM 6

Buddhist Meditation Su 9:00 AM 6

CPR W 5:30 PM 6

CPR & First Aid S Noon 6

Dances of Universal Peace Su 11:00 AM 6

Drawing and Colored Pencil F 10:00 AM 2

Ease into Fitness - Feldenkrais F 9:00 AM 6

Ecstatic Dance Su 11:00 AM 3

Feldenkrais Method - Moving Well, Taking Care

W 10:00 AM 6

FUNdamentals Dog Training M Su10:00 AM &

6:30 PM6

FUNdamentals Dog Training Unleashed! (Adv)

Su 11:30 AM 6

Gem Dandy - Jewelry Designs W 2:30 PM 3

Guitar Workshops T 7:00 PM 2

Jazzercise M T W Th F Sa Su9 AM, 6 PM,

8:30 AM4

Modern Dance T 11:00 AM 3

Classes for Adults & Seniors


Acupressure Self-Tapping Massage &Point Applications

W 5:00 PM 6

Art & Tarot M 6:00 PM 6

Gem Dandy - Jewelry Designs W 2:30 PM 3

Dances of Universal Peace Su 11:00 AM 6

Insurgent Writer’s Group T 10:00 AM 2

Modern Dance T 11:00 AM 3

Painting with Watercolor & Acrylics M 10:00 AM 2

Qigong & Circle Walking Sa 10:30 AM 6

Tai Chi/QiGong W 4:30 PM 6

Tap Dance T 10:30 AM 3

Tap Dance T 11:45 AM 3

NIA T 9:15 AM 4

One Revolution Adventure Camps 9-16yrs

S 9:00 AM 3

Sensational Saxaphones6th - 12th Grades

W 4:00 PM 2

Sweat Your Prayers F 7:30 PM 6

Ukulele Workshops - Beginner’s Th 7:00PM 2

Ukulele Workshops - Up the Neck Th 7:00 PM 2

Ukulele Workshops - Song leading Th 7:00 PM 2

Ukulele Workshops - Fingerpicking Th 7:00 PM 2

Weight Watchers M Th5:00 PM & 9:30 AM

6

Wild Heart Yoga M 10:30 AM 6

Zumba withAndrea M Th6:00 PM & 9:30 AM

4

Zumba with Mary W Su6:00 PM &

8:30AM4


Classes for Teens & Adults cont’d

Classes At A Glance

To register for a class - Please fill out a registration form and submit it with payment in person or by mail. You can also register online for most classes.

Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given to cancellations received 7 days prior to class start date. All refunds will be assessed a $20 processing fee. There are no refunds or credits given for missed classes. Please inquire w/Instructor about the possibility (no guarantee) of a make-up class.

LOCATIONSCommunity Center Classes:TheAnnex: Music/Side/Main & Conference Rm 425 Morris StreetThe Main Building: Main Hall/Green Room/Community Lounge 390 Morris St



Special Interest teens, Adults & seniors

Acupressure Self-Tapping Massage & Point ApplicationsShifu Michael Rinaldini Ages: Adults & Seniors Annex/Main RmIn this four-week workshop, students will be introduced to the body’s energy system of meridians and channels according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Students will learn a simple self-tapping massage technique to stimulate and open the core meridians and the Eight Extraordinary channels in the body. Specific acupressure points will be discussed as part of the process of learning about the physical and spiritual layers of our energy systems. For more info: 707-799-4256 or [email protected] Register w/Instructor.

Wed 5pm - 6pm 2/3-2/24 $35/4wks or $10 drop-in

Buddhist Meditation Bruce Fortin Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Main RmGood for beginners and advanced practitioners. Introduction to meditation is given. For more info: 707-544-1436 or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

Sun 9am - 10:30am Ongoing By donation

CPR & Basic Life SupportKate Mack Ages: (16+) & Adults Main Hall /Green RmParticipants will receive a 2 yr AHA Certificate. All prices include manuals and certificates. For more info: 707-688-8653 or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

CPR & First Aid (Annex/Side Rm) Sat Noon - 5:30pm 2/27 $85

BLS Healthcare Wed 5:30 - 8:30pm 1/6, 2/3, 3/2, 4/6 $65

CPR Wed 5:30 - 8:30pm 1/20, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20 $50

Ease into Fitness - The Feldenkrais MethodLiza Weaver Brickey Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Main RmWe use EASE to get you back into FITNESS. This class promotes a gentle effort to exercise while helping you develop a feeling of ableness in your body and healing old patterns. For more info: 829-5133, or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

Fri 9am - 10am Ongoing $12/class, $40/4 classes

Qigong & Circle WalkingShifu Michael Rinaldini Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Main RmQigong is a life-nurturing art of ancient China. It is a 5,000 year old Chinese healing system for health, physical fitness, and prevention of disease. Many health care professionals recommend Qigong as an important form of alternative complementary medicine. Harvard Medical School, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, National Council on Aging, and others are all recommending qigong. Qigong functions: To purify, gather, circulate, and transform the Qi. Circle walking postures open, unblock and energize specific meridians and other energy pathways throughout the body. Circle walking includes the best of Western and Eastern forms of exercise: aerobic benefits and stimulation of the body’s meridian (energy) system. Beneficial for all ages, and all health conditions.For more info: 707-799-4256 or [email protected] Register w/Instructor.

Sat 10:30am Ongoing $10 drop-in; $40 per month

Sweat your Prayers™Leslie King & Davida Taurek Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Main RmSweat Your Prayers™ is an open dance floor with world-based music, focused within the Rhythms™ designed to give you the opportunity to discover and deepen your awareness of your own body and its assorted ways of being. For more info: 328-5692 or 415-448-6780 or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor.

Fri (3rd of each month) 7:30pm - 9:30pm Ongoing $15 drop-in

The Feldenkrais Method® Moving well, Taking Care Marghe Mills-Thysen Ages: Adults & Seniors Annex/Side RmBody/Mind Centering® & Movement Improvement© A relaxing class of gentle movement sequences and explorations that provide the space to safely discover habitual patterns and make more effective choices to reduce pain, support healing, prevent injury and advance desired skills, fluidity and balance. Learn to take better care of yourself and others by strengthening your alignment, direction and movement in the world. For more info: 707-823-8953 or [email protected] w/Instructor.

Wed 10am - 11:30am 1/20-2/24 $92/6 classes; drop-in: $20

Weight WatchersSusan Nelson /Ali Arnerich Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Side RmCustomized support any way you want it. Online Plus, Meetings, and Personal Coaching combined with a weight-loss plan. Please arrive 1/2 hour before meetings for registration. For more info: Kathy Riedel at 707-823-3383 or [email protected]. Register in class.

Mon 5pm Ongoing $15/Class

Thur 9:30am Ongoing $15/Class

Wild Heart YogaKjohl Rose Ages: Teens & Adults Annex/Side RmBring awareness, pulse and breath. Be met with common sense and humor where you are. Safely establish strength and energetic flexibility from the inside out. Personal support for your concerns. Bring awareness, pulse and breath. Be met with common sense and humor where you are. For more info: 546-7868 or [email protected]. Register w/Instructor

Mon 10:30am - Noon Ongoing $50/mo or $15 drop-in

teens, Adults & seniors

Art & TarotRobin Reiss Ages: Adults & Seniors Annex/Conference RmUnleash creativity! Deepen your understanding of the Tarot by creating Tarot cards using collage materials. Each week focus on an archetype to clarify your soul’s journey. Art & Tarot experience not necessary. For more info: 707-217-6364 or [email protected]. Register online. *$15 supply fee paid to instructor in class.

Session 1 Mon 6pm - 8pm 1/11 - 2/8 $100/4wk + *supply fee



Dances of Universal PeaceDr. Tui Wilschinsky & Friends Ages: All Annex/Main Rm Dances that rejuvenate the spirit and awakens the heart, dance to live music and the singing of participants. No experience is necessary to experience this joyous experience. For more info: 829-8212 or [email protected].

Sun (2nd & 4th) 11am - 1pm Ongoing Sliding Scale: $10 - $20

FUNdamentals Dog Training MB Donnelly Ages: 11+ Main HallAre you and your dog ready to have some fun while training at the same time? FUNdamentals will emphasize a foundation skill set that will enhance your lives together while building and supporting your relationship with each other, using all positive dog friendly training techniques. The first class is an orientation without the dogs. Please bring proof of Rabies vaccination or Titer to the 1st class. For more info: 887-9301 or [email protected] Register w/Instructor.

FUNdamentals

Session 1 Sun 10am - 11am 1/10 - 2/21 $120/7wks

Session 2 Sun 10am - 11am 4/3 - 5/15 $120/7wks

Session 3 Mon 6:30pm - 7:30pm 2/8 - 3/21 $120/7wks

FUNdamentals Unleashed!Take your FUNdamentals skill set to the next level in preparation for your dog’s fuller inclusion in your life. Fun, all positive training techniques will unleash your dog’s potential in your lives together. Dogs come to all classes. Please bring proof of Rabies vaccination or Titer to 1st class.

Session Sun 11:30am-12:30 4/3 - 5/15 $120/7wks

Gem Dandy - Bracelet BonanzaDeana Butler Ages: Adults & Seniors Annex/Conference RmYou will learn to make a straight wrapped bead bracelet (freehand), a rhinestone & leather wrapped bracelet, a 3D bracelet with beads (from a jig), and a gemstone chain bracelet with cones and wire-wrapping. 707-338-6243 or [email protected]. Register online.

Session 1 Wed 2:30pm - 5pm 1/13 - 2/3 $100/4wks

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Donations:Bree Ann Leighton CateringWhole Foods SebastopolTaylor Maid CoffeeLagunitas BreweryKiwanis Club of SebastopolSebastopol Volunteer FirefightersStrauss Family CreameryMycopia Gourmet MushroomsGiving Garden ProjectGabriel Diaz Taco TruckComet Corn

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Musicians:Doc Kraft BandStax CityKaya WeberDavid LuningSol HorizonMatt ReischlingFrobeckGator NationThe Harvest BandLove ChoirSonoma County All Stars:Rick CutlerSteve BarbieriAlegra BroughtonSam PageSherry JonesSarah BakerKevin RussellShanin JonesSolid AirFrank HayhurstBuzzy MartinHoytus Rolen

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To register for a class - Please fill out a registration form and submit it with payment in person or by mail. You can also register online for most classes.

Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given to cancellations received 7 days prior to class start date. All refunds will be assessed a $20 processing fee. There are no refunds or credits given for missed classes. Please inquire w/Instructor about the possibility (no guarantee) of a make-up class.

CONTACT US:Send your questions and input to Sebastopol Community Cultural CenterP.O. Box 2028, Sebastopol CA 95473Email [email protected]; Phone 707.823.1511www.seb.org

ADVOCATESCity of Sebastopol Frank & Kathie MayhewFrench Garden Restaurant & Bistro Bar Gordon & Cora StewartKiwanis Club of SebastopolLisa ClydeMonastery FundNeil & Amelia McDaniel Charitable TrustPersinger Architects & AssociatesRotary Club of SebastopolWhole Foods Sebastopol

BENEFACTORSBrian Purcell & Jan KahdemanChris & Virginia AndereggCommunity Foundation

Sonoma CountyEdward Jones - Meredeth BertaccoEdward Jones - Tim MooreGerald & Suzanne KnechtKate Anchordoguy LandscapingLagunitas Brewing Co.Michael & Susan BendinelliNancy & Dale DoughertyPat & Craig BoblittRaini & Steve Vallarino

PATRONSAllen TechnologiesBen Cushman & George Tuttle Brutacao CellarsCJ & Rick TheisDavid & Amanda CrutcherDiana & Daniel Rich

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AFFILIATES Abacus Wealth Partners Accent PrintingAndy’s Produce MarketCopperfield’s Books SebastopolCumulus Presents Da Puna BruddahsDerek Forman & Barbara GreytakDisneyland ResortsDry Creek Peach FarmEktimo VineyardsExchange BankFranny & Glenn Minervini-ZickGabriel FarmGolden Nectar FarmGreg & Kathi JacobsGuayakiJane Krensky & Peggy TourjeJennifer Jones & Will Furth

Jim & Lorene CoconasKatheryn Fong & Andrew MaclnnisKebtone Productions KorbelLeah Taylor & Rick WilliamsMeritas Wealth ManagementMiddleton FarmRavenswood Winery Red Peloton Cycling ClubRhonda Berney & Richard ShippsSally TraughberSebastopol Chapter of Realtors Sebastopol Heat & Cool Inc. - ZEASeghesio Family VineyardsShaw Signs Sonoma County Radio AmateursSonoma Wine Company

Sprint Copy Center SebastopolThe Gant Family Foundation Three Ox FarmTraditional Medicinals Truett - Hurst WineryVeloMed Cycling ClubWells Fargo Bank Willow Creek Wealth ManagementZmor Wines

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ADVISORY BOARD:Kim Camp Suzanne WrightJim Corbett Pauline PelliniNancy Dougherty Raini SuggChris Judson

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Tiny Tots: Jessica Morell, Maribeth Lockhart, Courtney Diedrich & Tamara MorganKindergym: Katy Casad

ENTERTAINMENT PARTNERS: Cloud Moss of Cumulus PresentsKevin Russell of Kebtone ProductionsJim Corbett of Mr. Music FoundationJeff Martin of Studio E Productions

SPONSORED PROJECTS:Community Tennis at Analy High and Brook Haven School,TeensWork and Youth Talent Showcase/Open Mic

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