52 Embroidery Primer This workshop is an embroidery crash course. Participants are introduced essential tools, materials, and techniques including transferring their designs or favorite drawings onto fabric. Participants leave with the skills and knowledge to complete their projects and craft beautiful, custom gifts or keepsakes. Supplies included. Ages: 16+ Fee: $35/resident; $44/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Willa Marks 04-41355 A Mon. 6 – 8 p.m. Sept. 14 Embroidery Basics Learn the basics of embroidery, including stitches, techniques, tools, and materials, while creating a unique piece that reflects your personal style and creativity. Supplies included. Ages: 16+ Fee: $65/resident; $82/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Willa Marks 04-41362 A Mon. 6 – 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 – Nov. 9 Belly Dancing This class will consist of traditional Belly Dance moves, shimmy, hip pop combinations including working with a veil scarf and we will cool down with traditional Ballet Barre stretches for the entire body. *Class will not meet on Nov. 26. Ages: 16+ Fee: $30/resident; $38/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Nancy Boss 04-41242 A Thu. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 – Oct. 1 B Thu. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Oct. 8 – 29 C Thu. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 – Dec. 3* Italian I & II This is a new class that combines Italian I & II! The first part of the course focuses on basic sentence construction including verbs, nouns and adjectives along with speaking practice. The second part covers past tense and additional speaking exercises. Ages: 16+ Fee: $100/resident; $125/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Nicoletta Serenata of When I Am In Rome 04-41951 A Thu. 7 – 8 p.m. Sept. 17 – Nov. 19 ADULT/TEEN LANGUAGE ADULT/TEEN DANCE Ballet Basics Increase your flexibility and strength while learning basic dance positions and steps. Floor and barre work will be included. Beginners welcome. Ages: 16+ Fee: $45/resident; $57/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Sammie Sue Edmondson 04-41201 A Wed. 10:15 – 11 a.m. Sept. 9 – Oct. 14 B Wed. 10:15 – 11 a.m. Oct. 28 – Dec. 16 Adult Tap Dance Enjoy low impact, good exercise and fun. Dance in a non-competitive environment. Learn music timing, dance routines and tap exercises. Ages: 16+ Fee: $58/resident; $72/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Sammie Sue Edmondson 04-41261 A Thu. 10:15 – 11 a.m. Sept. 10 – Oct.15 B Thu. 10:15 – 11 a.m. Oct. 29 – Dec.17 C Wed. 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. Sept. 9 – Oct.14 D Wed. 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. Oct. 28 – Dec.16 Clogging Join the Gem City Cloggers for a basic clogging class. Clogging is a percussive American folk dance from the Appalachian Mountains, similar to tap. This class covers traditional and modern steps set to a variety of music. Clogging or tap shoes are recommended; any well-fitting hard- soled shoe works (gym shoes are allowed, but low-traction shoes are best). Ages: 8+ Fee: $20/resident; $25/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: The Gem City Cloggers 04-41273 A Mon. 6 – 6:30 p.m. Sept. 21 – Nov. 9 Clogging II The Gem City Cloggers lead this class for students who know the basics and wish to continue to improve their skills. Students need clogging or tap shoes, or any hard-soled, well-fitting shoe (gym shoes can be worn, but a shoe with low friction/traction is best). Ages: 8+ Fee: $20/resident; $25/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: The Gem City Cloggers 04-41274 A Mon. 6:45 – 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21 – Nov. 9 The Refashioned Sweatshirt Transform a thrifted, vintage, or well-loved sweatshirt into a one-of- a-kind wearable piece in this hands-on class. Using fabric scraps and meaningful textiles, students will create and stitch a unique collage design. Bring a basic sewing kit, sweatshirt, and any special fabrics (such as family clothing, baby clothes, or favorite textiles). Some fabric and thread will be provided. Ages: 16+ Fee: $35/resident; $40/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Tracy McElfresh 04-41366 A Tue. 6 – 8:30 p.m. Nov. 10 Make it Fit: Alterations 101 Learn the basics of garment alterations for a better fit. This class covers essential tools, common alterations, how to read pull and drag lines, the pit-to-fit method, and when to DIY versus take it to a pro. Must know how to use a sewing machine. Bring your alterations, your machine or borrow one of ours. Ages: 16+ Fee: $35/resident; $40/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Tracy McElfresh 04-41365 A Tue. 6 – 8:30 p.m. Oct. 27