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405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org. PRINTMAKING: This introductory class will show you a whole range of printing techniques that can be used on their own or in combination to create unique artwork. Over 6 weeks, you’ll be introduced to the studio’s equipment and materials and learn techniques such as block printing with linoleum, collograph (a low-relief intaglio technique) and monoprinting. Class price includes basic supplies and open studio access during the weeks of your class. Thu., Sep. 21-Oct. 26, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $255/ person; $229.50/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org. SILKSCREEN: Expert screen printer, Aaron David, will introduce you to silkscreening and show you how to design and print T-shirts, posters, fine art and more! Students will learn a variety of techniques for transferring and printing images using hand-drawn, photographic or borrowed imagery. Students will learn how to apply photo emulsion, how to use a silkscreen exposure unit and how to print on a variety of surfaces. Students can bring their own screens or purchase one through the studio. No experience necessary! Wed., Sep. 20-Nov. 8, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 8657157, burlingtoncityarts.org.
WHEEL THROWING: This class is an introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio. Students will work primarily on the potter’s wheel, learning basic throwing and forming techniques while creating functional pieces such as mugs, cups and bowls. Students will also be guided through the various finishing techniques using the studio’s house slips and glazes. Class price includes your first bag of clay and open studio access during the weeks of your class. Additional clay is sold separately. Option 1: Wed., Sep. 20-Nov. 8, 6-8:30 p.m. Option 2: Thu., Sep. 21-Nov. 9, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: $340/person; $306/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.
computers COMPUTER WORKSHOPS AT THE LIBRARY: Learn a new technology skill at the Fletcher Free Library. We are offering workshops in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Additional workshops cover Intro to Computers, Facebook, iPhones, Google Drive and a 4-part workshop in HTML5/CSS3. Our workshops are designed for beginning and intermediate users in a supportive setting. Sat., 10:30 a.m.; Tue. & Wed., 5:30 p.m. 1.5-hour workshops. Location: Fletcher Free Library, 235 College St., Burlington. Info: Robert Coleburn, 865-7218,
rcoleburn@burlingtonvt.gov, fletcherfree.org/computercenter. htm#computerworkshops.
craft ACCESS CRAFT CLASSES IN HINESBURG AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL: 170 offerings for all ages. Pottery (6 choices), Bowl Turning, Welding, Carving a Spoon, Rug Hooking, 3 Types of Bracelet, Wool Dyeing, 3-Bag Sewing, Clothing, Pillows, Needle Felting, Quilting, Cake Decorating, Knitting. Full descriptions available online. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg, Info: 482-7194, access@cvsdvt. org, access.cvuhs.org.
dance DANCE STUDIO SALSALINA: Salsa classes, nightclub-style, group and private, 4 levels. Beginner walk-in classes, Wed., 6 p.m. $15/person for 1-hour class. No dance experience, partner or preregistration required, just the desire to have fun! Drop in anytime and prepare for an enjoyable workout. Location: 266 Pine St., Burlington. Info: Victoria, 5981077, info@salsalina.com, DSANTOS VT SALSA: Experience the fun and excitement of Burlington’s eclectic dance community by learning salsa. Trained by world-famous dancer Manuel Dos Santos, we teach you how to dance to the music and how to have a great time on the dance floor! There is no better time to start than now! Mon. evenings: beginner class, 7-8 p.m.; intermediate, 8:15-9:15 p.m. Cost: $12/1-hour class. Location: North End Studios, 294 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. Info: Jon Bacon, 355-1818, crandalltyler@hotmail. com, dsantosvt.com. LEARN TO DANCE WITH A PARTNER!: Come alone or come with friends, but come out and learn to dance! Beginning
classes repeat each month, but intermediate classes vary from month to month. As with all of our programs, everyone is encouraged to attend, and no partner is necessary. Private lessons also available. Cost: $50/4week class. Location: Champlain Club, 20 Crowley St., Burlington. Info: First Step Dance, 598-6757, kevin@firststepdance.com, firststepdance.com.
dreams DREAMING FOR THE COLLECTIVE: Jung felt strongly (and subsequent experiences of Jungian analysts have corroborated) that in many instances people dream about collective problems or global issues. If you have had a dream you think might hold wisdom for our community or the world, and you are willing to share it, this forum is an opportunity for you to do so. If you have a relevant dream but can’t make one of the sessions, you can email/mail it, and we will discuss it and record our conversation about it for you. Sep. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 8, Apr. 12, May 10; 7-9 p.m. Free. Location: Jungian Center for the Spiritual Sciences, 55 Clover Ln., Waterbury. Info: info@jungiancenter.org,
drumming DJEMBE & TAIKO: Classes in Burlington, Hyde Park and Montpelier. Drums provided. Classes for adults (also for kids with parents) Mon., Tue. & Wed. in Burlington. Wed. a.m. or Fri. a.m. in Hyde Park. Thu. in Montpelier. Most classes are in the evenings or after school. Conga classes, too! Visit our schedule and register online. Location: Taiko Space, 208 Flynn Ave., Suite 3G, Burlington; Capital City Grange, 6612 Route 12, Berlin; Moonlight Studios, 1670 Cleveland Corners Rd.,
Hyde Park. Info: 999-4255, burlingtontaiko.org.
empowerment ACCESS CLASSES IN HINESBURG AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL: 170 offerings for all ages. Beekeeping, Birding x 2, SAT Bootcamp, Memoir Writing, Mindfulness for Activists, Guided Imagery, Feldenkrais, Massage Therapy, Talks on: Lake Ice, VT Architecture, Donner Party. Also, Solar Energy 101, Bridge (2 levels), Mah Jongg, Behavior, Reiki, Herbals (3 choices), Juggling, Universal Recycling, Guaranteed. Full descriptions available online. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194, access@cvsdvt.org, access.cvuhs.org.
feldenkrais AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT: The Feldenkrais Method, a form of somatic education, will help you to overcome aches and pains, reduce muscle tension, and increase your selfknowledge, flexibility and awareness of your body. Learn with Feldenkrais practitioner Uwe Mester (more than 10 years of experience) every Tue. at Sacred Mountain Studio in Burlington. For more information, please visit vermontfeldenkrais.com. Tue. starting Sep. 5, 9:30-10:30 a.m. First class, $15/subsequent class. Location: Sacred Mountain Studio, 215 College Street, Burlington. Info: Uwe Mester, 735-3770, movevt@gmail.com, vermontfeldenkrais.com.
healing arts REIKI I TRAININGS: Reiki is a universal life energy connecting all living beings. It’s taught as a gentle, powerful and empowering form of healing for the body, mind and soul. Many people
learn Reiki for self-healing. Students will learn the history of Reiki; be given Reiki I attunements; learn basic Reiki treatments for people, plants and animals; and develop their personal connection with Reiki. Wed., Oct. 11, 18 & 25, Nov. 1 & 8. Cost: $150/total training. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington. Info: Jennie Kristel, 860-6203, jkristel61@hotmail. com, journeyworksvt.com. REIKI II TRAINING: In Reiki II, students will be given the 3 Reiki II attunements, learn to offer Reiki long distance, and learn 3 main symbols of work to allow more intensive healings. Students will also be taught core positions and lots of time to practice the hand positions on each other. Wed., Nov. 15, 22 & 29, Dec. 6 & 13. Cost: $200/total class. Location: JourneyWorks, 1205 North Ave., Burlington. Info: Jennie Kristel, 860-6203, jkristel61@hotmail.com, journeyworksvt.com.
language ACCESS LANGUAGE CLASSES IN HINESBURG AT CVU HIGH SCHOOL: 170 offerings for all ages. French (3 levels), Spanish (5 levels), Italian for Travelers, Beginning Mandarin (2 levels), German (2 levels). Low cost, hands-on, excellent instructors, limited class size guaranteed. Materials included w/ few exceptions. Full descriptions available online. Location: CVU High School, 369 CVU Rd., Hinesburg. Info: 482-7194, access@cvsdvt. org, access.cvuhs.org. BONJOUR! FALL FRENCH COURSES: Ooh la la! 3 levels of adult classes: beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate. Engaging small groups led by Madame Maggie, fluent French speaker, stellar teacher LANGUAGE
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THROWING SETS: In this 4-week class, students will be guided through the process of creating wheel-thrown sets. Topics will include making multiples of the same piece, stacking mugs and nesting bowls, and serving sets specific to a type of food or beverage, such as a sake bottle with matching cups or a coffee
cup with saucer. This intermediate-level course is intended for students with proficiency in centering, throwing cups and throwing bowls. Thu., Nov. 16Dec. 14, 6-8:30 p.m. No class Nov. 23. Cost: $170/person; $153/BCA members. Location: Burlington City Arts Studios, 405 Pine St., Burlington. Info: 865-7157, burlingtoncityarts.org.