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Thursday May 9, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Nutrition Program w/ Liz - Sleep Better- Stress Less Healthy Kitchen ~ Healthy Life! w/ Elizabeth KovacsThis program promotes healthy cooking, energy efficiency, and time savings for the whole family! Topics such as: IMMUNE BOOSTERS & BUSTERS Are you looking for ways to strengthen your immune system, at home, in your kitchen? This class explores foods and habits that can boost our immune system and also those that deplete it. Hear the latest research behind immunity and what you can do, easily, to protect yourself and your loved ones. FOOD ADDICTION 911 Are you struggling with cravings? Do you find yourself eating foods that you know aren’t good for you, but you can’t seem to stop? Do you sometimes feel controlled by food? Learn to identify the root cause of cravings and overcome them with powerful strategies to tackle them when they occur. REVAMP YOUR KITCHEN: HEALTHY MEAL PREPS Do you wish you could go out to eat less, but are not sure how to plan meals for home? Are you looking to save money, while also eating healthier? Confused about how to put delicious meals together easily? Never dread the question of “What’s for dinner?” again! This class will teach you how to put meals together and how to pair different recipes so you always have variety! Sleep Better Stress Less More and more research is being released on sleep and what a powerful effect it has on our daily health. Many people struggle with poor sleep quality, sleep apnea, and sluggishness during the day. This class explores the science on what to eat and when to eat to achieve optimal sleep, stress reduction and body/health renewal.  Who: Ages 18+ When: Thursdays 6pm-8pm  Location: Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Road.Registration Fee $15R, $20 NR per class**This program is taught by an Independent FSMI Certified Nutrition Instructor.

Monday May 13, 2024
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Dance Lessons w/ Shirley (Tiny Tot or Young Dancer) - 2024 Tiny Tot Dancer w/ SHIRLEY Monday Evening S3 **Suspended June to SeptemberDance Programs: Monday Evenings: Tiny Tot Dancer: ages 3-6: (1/2 hr class)This thirty-minute class will introduce boys and girls to music and dance while exploring movement and basic steps in a fun creative way. We use imagination games, up-beat age-appropriate music and props, like colorful scarves, hoola hoops, and maracas to inspire and excite students about dance. Your toddler will also improve their listening skills, along with their gross motor skills, coordination, muscle development and body awareness. Please prepare your child with comfortable clothes for movement.Young Dancer: ages 7-17 (1 hr class)  What a wonderful way to build character, confidence and strength while experiencing a dance journey through memorable cultures of the world! Participants will be introduced to beginner dance techniques of Hip Hop, Salsa, Merengue, and Samba. Your child will truly enjoy this program.Body language exercises, Training techniques for dancers, Basic dance steps, Projection of dancer on stage, Choreographic games, Costume design, Dance performanceAbout the Independent Instructor: SHIRLEY BITTLINGMAIER, BA Dance and Theatre degree. A native of Sincelejo, Colombia, Shirley studied dance and theatre at the University of Antonio Nariño of Bogota Colombia and went to serve as the director for the Municipal Dance School of Sincelejo, she was artistic director for Grupo Cultural Latinos in Rochester, dance instructor of Borinquen Dance and theater and dance teacher at James Monroe High School in Rochester, in the same way she served the community in multiple Recreation Centers of the same city.4 Weeks Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (Nike Base Park)Online Registration is required. Appropriate footwear and a water bottle are optional.  Spring: St. Patrick's Day Performance (Sat. March 16 6-8pm) **Dance performance Canceled Summer: Dancers have the option to sign up for 4th of July Parade & Aug 1 performanceWinter: perform at our Christmas Music Party on Saturday, December 9!Interested Dancers can sign up with the Instructor. Note: there may be an additional cost of $5- $45 per dancer for costume & accessories paid directly to Instructor Shirley or purchased at a store.

Tuesday May 14, 2024
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Pilates w/ Shirley - 2024 Pilates Tuesdays -615pm S5 **Suspended June to SeptemberPilates: Class designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness. 45 Minute workout- 4 Week SessionsRegister for Pilates workout: Tuesday Evenings: 615pm Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (Nike Base Park)Beginners Welcome! Online Registration is required. Required: Yoga mat, appropriate footwear, water bottle (optional).  This program is taught by an independent instructor
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Music- Jam with a Band - 2024 Band class - S2 (Summer concert) NEW...Want to Jam with a Band?Calling on Musicians of alto and tenor sax, bassoon, clarinet, flute, French horn, oboe, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, percussion, keyboard, guitar, and electric bass players. This band class is a great venue for those teens, adults, and retirees who don’t have a place to use their musical talents. Songs will range differently in each session: from Christmas, Jazz, Rock, and more, and will be discussed as a group. Intermediate to Advanced Level: Must be able to read high school-level music. Musical instruments are not provided.  This program is taught by an independent instructor Ray Braselton. Ray has over 50 years of experience in entertainment/performance and teaching guitar (acoustic, electric, bass, classical, blues), piano, ukulele, dobro, dulcimer, mandolin, band instruments such as Alto Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, theory, and ear training.Intermediate to Advanced Level: Must be able to read high school-level music. Classes range from ages:  13 to age 88! Classes for the Experienced with their own instrument Band Lessons:  are 1-hour classes for 10 weeks plus 1 concert performance Registration required: $110/R, $125/NR  REQUIRED: A minimum of 5 experienced Musicians Tuesday evenings (and some Thursdays): 730pm to 830pm, and 1 rehearsal before a concert date. Location:  Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. Grand Island, NY What's included: Music sheets and use of Music stands.   What to bring: Your instrument, and a water bottle (optional).CONCERT PERFORMANCE: Fall/Winter- Christmas tunes: Christmas concert Saturday night first weekend in December! Spring- Mix of Jazz, Rock, and other: St. Patrick's Day Concert (Sat. March 16 Time 7pm) Summer concert: Mix of Jazz, Rock, and other: (Parade~TBD) and/or Thurs. August 1 5pm-630pm

Wednesday May 15, 2024
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Cardio Drum Fitness w/ Shirley (Wed. evenings) - 2024 Cardio Drum Fitness - Wednesday 6pm S5 **Suspended June to SeptemberCardio Drum Fitness w/ Shirley ~ Wednesday Evenings!  Get fit with this new FUN exercise: Get your cardio up by drumming to the rhythm and beat of fun music! Drum on the exercise ball while moving and dancing to the tunes! Adults 18+4 Week Sessions! Wednesday Evenings 6pm-645pm @ Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (Nike Base Park)Beginners Welcome! Online Registration is required. We have a limited supply for 10pp: Exercise balls, a 17-gallon tub/bin, and drumsticks, or you are welcome to bring your own!A towel and a water bottle are optional.  This class is taught by an Independent Instructor.

Thursday May 16, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Nutrition Program w/ Liz - Food addiction 911 Healthy Kitchen ~ Healthy Life! w/ Elizabeth KovacsThis program promotes healthy cooking, energy efficiency, and time savings for the whole family! Topics such as: IMMUNE BOOSTERS & BUSTERS Are you looking for ways to strengthen your immune system, at home, in your kitchen? This class explores foods and habits that can boost our immune system and also those that deplete it. Hear the latest research behind immunity and what you can do, easily, to protect yourself and your loved ones. FOOD ADDICTION 911 Are you struggling with cravings? Do you find yourself eating foods that you know aren’t good for you, but you can’t seem to stop? Do you sometimes feel controlled by food? Learn to identify the root cause of cravings and overcome them with powerful strategies to tackle them when they occur. REVAMP YOUR KITCHEN: HEALTHY MEAL PREPS Do you wish you could go out to eat less, but are not sure how to plan meals for home? Are you looking to save money, while also eating healthier? Confused about how to put delicious meals together easily? Never dread the question of “What’s for dinner?” again! This class will teach you how to put meals together and how to pair different recipes so you always have variety! Sleep Better Stress Less More and more research is being released on sleep and what a powerful effect it has on our daily health. Many people struggle with poor sleep quality, sleep apnea, and sluggishness during the day. This class explores the science on what to eat and when to eat to achieve optimal sleep, stress reduction and body/health renewal.  Who: Ages 18+ When: Thursdays 6pm-8pm  Location: Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Road.Registration Fee $15R, $20 NR per class**This program is taught by an Independent FSMI Certified Nutrition Instructor.

Tuesday May 21, 2024
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Pilates w/ Shirley - 2024 Pilates Tuesdays -615pm S5 **Suspended June to SeptemberPilates: Class designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness. 45 Minute workout- 4 Week SessionsRegister for Pilates workout: Tuesday Evenings: 615pm Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (Nike Base Park)Beginners Welcome! Online Registration is required. Required: Yoga mat, appropriate footwear, water bottle (optional).  This program is taught by an independent instructor
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Music- Jam with a Band - 2024 Band class - S2 (Summer concert) NEW...Want to Jam with a Band?Calling on Musicians of alto and tenor sax, bassoon, clarinet, flute, French horn, oboe, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, percussion, keyboard, guitar, and electric bass players. This band class is a great venue for those teens, adults, and retirees who don’t have a place to use their musical talents. Songs will range differently in each session: from Christmas, Jazz, Rock, and more, and will be discussed as a group. Intermediate to Advanced Level: Must be able to read high school-level music. Musical instruments are not provided.  This program is taught by an independent instructor Ray Braselton. Ray has over 50 years of experience in entertainment/performance and teaching guitar (acoustic, electric, bass, classical, blues), piano, ukulele, dobro, dulcimer, mandolin, band instruments such as Alto Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, theory, and ear training.Intermediate to Advanced Level: Must be able to read high school-level music. Classes range from ages:  13 to age 88! Classes for the Experienced with their own instrument Band Lessons:  are 1-hour classes for 10 weeks plus 1 concert performance Registration required: $110/R, $125/NR  REQUIRED: A minimum of 5 experienced Musicians Tuesday evenings (and some Thursdays): 730pm to 830pm, and 1 rehearsal before a concert date. Location:  Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. Grand Island, NY What's included: Music sheets and use of Music stands.   What to bring: Your instrument, and a water bottle (optional).CONCERT PERFORMANCE: Fall/Winter- Christmas tunes: Christmas concert Saturday night first weekend in December! Spring- Mix of Jazz, Rock, and other: St. Patrick's Day Concert (Sat. March 16 Time 7pm) Summer concert: Mix of Jazz, Rock, and other: (Parade~TBD) and/or Thurs. August 1 5pm-630pm

Wednesday May 22, 2024
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Cardio Drum Fitness w/ Shirley (Wed. evenings) - 2024 Cardio Drum Fitness - Wednesday 6pm S5 **Suspended June to SeptemberCardio Drum Fitness w/ Shirley ~ Wednesday Evenings!  Get fit with this new FUN exercise: Get your cardio up by drumming to the rhythm and beat of fun music! Drum on the exercise ball while moving and dancing to the tunes! Adults 18+4 Week Sessions! Wednesday Evenings 6pm-645pm @ Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (Nike Base Park)Beginners Welcome! Online Registration is required. We have a limited supply for 10pp: Exercise balls, a 17-gallon tub/bin, and drumsticks, or you are welcome to bring your own!A towel and a water bottle are optional.  This class is taught by an Independent Instructor.

Thursday May 23, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Nutrition Program w/ Liz - Immune Boosters & Busters Healthy Kitchen ~ Healthy Life! w/ Elizabeth KovacsThis program promotes healthy cooking, energy efficiency, and time savings for the whole family! Topics such as: IMMUNE BOOSTERS & BUSTERS Are you looking for ways to strengthen your immune system, at home, in your kitchen? This class explores foods and habits that can boost our immune system and also those that deplete it. Hear the latest research behind immunity and what you can do, easily, to protect yourself and your loved ones. FOOD ADDICTION 911 Are you struggling with cravings? Do you find yourself eating foods that you know aren’t good for you, but you can’t seem to stop? Do you sometimes feel controlled by food? Learn to identify the root cause of cravings and overcome them with powerful strategies to tackle them when they occur. REVAMP YOUR KITCHEN: HEALTHY MEAL PREPS Do you wish you could go out to eat less, but are not sure how to plan meals for home? Are you looking to save money, while also eating healthier? Confused about how to put delicious meals together easily? Never dread the question of “What’s for dinner?” again! This class will teach you how to put meals together and how to pair different recipes so you always have variety! Sleep Better Stress Less More and more research is being released on sleep and what a powerful effect it has on our daily health. Many people struggle with poor sleep quality, sleep apnea, and sluggishness during the day. This class explores the science on what to eat and when to eat to achieve optimal sleep, stress reduction and body/health renewal.  Who: Ages 18+ When: Thursdays 6pm-8pm  Location: Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Road.Registration Fee $15R, $20 NR per class**This program is taught by an Independent FSMI Certified Nutrition Instructor.

Tuesday May 28, 2024
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Pilates w/ Shirley - 2024 Pilates Tuesdays -615pm S5 **Suspended June to SeptemberPilates: Class designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness. 45 Minute workout- 4 Week SessionsRegister for Pilates workout: Tuesday Evenings: 615pm Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (Nike Base Park)Beginners Welcome! Online Registration is required. Required: Yoga mat, appropriate footwear, water bottle (optional).  This program is taught by an independent instructor

Tuesday June 4, 2024
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Music- Jam with a Band - 2024 Band class - S2 (Summer concert) NEW...Want to Jam with a Band?Calling on Musicians of alto and tenor sax, bassoon, clarinet, flute, French horn, oboe, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, percussion, keyboard, guitar, and electric bass players. This band class is a great venue for those teens, adults, and retirees who don’t have a place to use their musical talents. Songs will range differently in each session: from Christmas, Jazz, Rock, and more, and will be discussed as a group. Intermediate to Advanced Level: Must be able to read high school-level music. Musical instruments are not provided.  This program is taught by an independent instructor Ray Braselton. Ray has over 50 years of experience in entertainment/performance and teaching guitar (acoustic, electric, bass, classical, blues), piano, ukulele, dobro, dulcimer, mandolin, band instruments such as Alto Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, theory, and ear training.Intermediate to Advanced Level: Must be able to read high school-level music. Classes range from ages:  13 to age 88! Classes for the Experienced with their own instrument Band Lessons:  are 1-hour classes for 10 weeks plus 1 concert performance Registration required: $110/R, $125/NR  REQUIRED: A minimum of 5 experienced Musicians Tuesday evenings (and some Thursdays): 730pm to 830pm, and 1 rehearsal before a concert date. Location:  Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. Grand Island, NY What's included: Music sheets and use of Music stands.   What to bring: Your instrument, and a water bottle (optional).CONCERT PERFORMANCE: Fall/Winter- Christmas tunes: Christmas concert Saturday night first weekend in December! Spring- Mix of Jazz, Rock, and other: St. Patrick's Day Concert (Sat. March 16 Time 7pm) Summer concert: Mix of Jazz, Rock, and other: (Parade~TBD) and/or Thurs. August 1 5pm-630pm

Thursday June 6, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Healthy Kitchen ~ Healthy Life! w/ Elizabeth Kovacs - Cookware Matters! Lets test yours! ~ New ~ Healthy Kitchen ~ Healthy Life! w/ Elizabeth KovacsThis program promotes healthy cooking, energy efficiency, and time savings for the whole family! Topics such as:*Cookware Matters! Let’s test yours! Cookware matters! What is touching your food during the cooking process and is that surface adding toxins to your body, changing the chemistry of your food, and/or robbing you of vitamins and nutrients? We will discuss all types of cookware. Please bring 1-2 of your favorite pots/pans from home! Someone please bring an Insta-Pot. Let’s test them!*Power Foods:  What are they?  How can we use food-as-medicine to trap, tame and burn calories for easy weight loss, and maximum nutrition? In his new book, “The Power Foods Diet”, leading nutrition researcher and author Dr. Neal Barnard, MD reveals three breakthroughs that are supported by research, revealing that certain foods: #1. Can reduce the appetite #2. Trap calories so they are flushed away and cannot be absorbed, and #3. Increase the body’s ability to burn calories for about three hours after each meal. Sample some great recipes containing power foods.*The Power of Food Seminar:  WHAT’S ON YOUR PLATE? Our collective society is OVER-FED but UNDER-NOURISHED. We get enough calories but not enough nutrition. Learn what the human body needs to sustain itself and what a healing food plate should look like. Learn the power of colorful foods, the “Nutrition Rainbow” and the recommended food plate.   Who: Ages 18+ When: Thursdays 6pm-8pm  Location: Community Center 3278 Whitehaven Road.Registration Fee $15R, $20 NR**This program is taught by an Independent instructor.