Submitted by Raeann Gembis of the Bedford Recreation Department
A variety of adult/family classes and workshops are starting up in the next few weeks with programs ranging from personal fitness, and on through blacksmithing, knitting, family CPR, painting, estate planning and elementary education.
The Winter brochure is available on-line at www.bedfordrecreation.org. Registration is available on-line, in person, by mail or by fax. The phone number is 781-275-1392. The department is located at 12 Mudge Way.
INSTRUCTORS NEEDED: Currently looking for new instructors and programs for the Spring and Summer sessions, please contact the Recreation Department if you would like to join us in offering your talent and expertise to the community.
HOT HULA FITNESS® with Pati Vero
A fun, low-impact “total body” dance workout. Hot Hula isolates your larger
muscle groups, increasing strength and definition to your core with specific emphasis on the abs, glutes, quads and arms. Inspired by the dances of the Pacific Islands, this workout incorporates easy to perform dance movements set to the sounds of traditional Polynesian drum beats fused with funky Reggae music. All fitness levels are welcome. Thurs. 6:30-7:30pm, 1/16-3/27. Fee: $115
GUIDED SNOWSHOE HIKE with Still River Outfitters
Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy winter, get some fresh air, and stay active. Snowshoeing equipment is provided along with a professional, experienced guide to help get you going. Trips are designed to run whether or not there is snow; we will plan to hike instead. Trips run 2 – 3 hours. No experience necessary. Ages 10+. Will leave from Vietnam Veterans Park, Billerica. Sunday, January 19, 2:00-5:00pm. Fee: $57
LEARN TO KNIT BASIC with Caroline Larson
Students will learn basic stitches and graduate to more complex knitting by knitting different pattern squares for a blanket. Each student can make her/his (yes, men can knit too) own blanket to keep or contribute to a class Linus Blanket to be delivered to a pediatric patient at Emerson Hospital. Beginner to Intermediate knitters. Age 16+ or Ages 14-15 with a parent. Wed., 6:30-7:30 pm, 1/22-3/19. Fee: $110
NEXT STEP KNITTERS with Caroline Larson
For those who have taken Caroline’s Learn to Knit Basic class or who are advanced knitters, continue to expand your knitting expertise with a project of your choice. Patterns offered include baby sweaters – pullover, hoodie or cardigan, fingerless mittens, lacey scarf, cable purse, cable and lace hat. Wed., 7:00-8:00pm, 1/22-3/19. Fee: $110
PAINT AND PRESS with artists of Let’s Gogh Art
Create instant, wearable art! How cool is this? Everyone can create a painted masterpiece and then, with our special press, within minutes we transfer the masterpiece onto a t-shirt. The vibrant colors are colorfast and washable. Fabulous fun for all ages! (Under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult)
Saturday, January 25, 11:00-12:00noon. Fee: $18
FRIENDS AND FAMILY CPR with Anita Anzuoni, RN
This course is ideal basic CPR course for people who want to learn CPR, but do not need a course completion card for their jobs. Includes adult hands only, children and infant CPR, choking and adult AED (automatic defibrillator). (Age 14+) Saturday, Jan. 25, 9:00am-12 noon. Fee: $30
A TASTE OF BLACKSMITHING with Carl West, Prospect Hill Forge, Waltham.
You will be introduced to the basic smithing techniques of hammering, drawing-out, cutting, bending and twisting. Using these techniques and a coal-fired forge, you will heat a piece of iron to brilliant incandescence and with anvil, hammer, and tongs create a decorative and useful ‘S’-hook. Age 15+ may register for this adult class with a parent. Sunday, January 26, 6:30-9:30pm. Fee: $60
WHAT EVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARENT SHOULD KNOW with Renae Nichols
Why is the elementary curriculum and instruction so different from the way it was when I was in school? What do these test scores mean? How can I help my child become more responsible and independent? When is the right time to discuss my child’s progress? This seminar is designed to answer these questions and many more regarding the development and learning that take place in today’s elementary school classrooms. Monday, Jan. 27, 7:00-9:00pm. Fee: $20
PREPARING YOUR ESTATE PLAN
Presented by Britton Wilson, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Investments and Eric Prichard, Attorney,
Brown & Brown, P.C. A seminar designed to help people better understand the basics of Estate Planning so they can choose options that make the most sense for their specific situations. Among the topics to be covered are Wills, Trusts, Beneficiary Designations and Important Tax Information.
Thursday, Jan 30, 6:30-7:30pm. $10 Rec. Dept’ Adm. Fee/family.
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