Shore Cultural Centre Welcomes 2016 with New Classes and Events!

Shore is your place to release creative energy of any kind, whether through fitness, music, theater, dance, or arts & crafts. In addition to long-standing classes such as jazzercise, pottery, and dance, the new year brings a host of fresh classes to Shore, including Ukulele Club, photography, and Senior Fun with Fitness. Classes are designed to be reasonably-priced, high-quality, and FUN! Visit our Program page at shoreculturalcentre.com/programs for an updated list of offerings.

EVENTS

LAKE ERIE FOLK FEST

Saturday, February 27 | Workshops begin at 1 PM, Evening Concert to follow

Performances, workshops, kids’ activities, dancing, poetry, jam sessions, film screenings, and mingling with fellow music lovers! More information at lakeeriefolkfest.com

SAVE THE DATE – DOWNTON ABBEY TEA

Sunday, April 3

We are excited to announce our second annual tea party following the popularity of last year’s event! We will celebrate the final season of Downton Abbey with this year’s theme. Watch shoreculturalcentre.com for more info!

CLASSES

Many classes welcome drop-ins. Call the number listed to verify that the class will be meeting on the date you wish to visit.

NEW!

MUSIC APPRECIATION FOR KIDS:Wed 5:30pm-6pm, Rm 257. Ages 5-10. Students are exposed to a wide variety of live and recorded music, musical instruments, and rhythm and dance games! Fee: $56/8-week session. Session I: 1/20-3/16 (no class 3/9), Session II: 4/6-5/25. Register/info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

KIDS’ UKULELE CLUB:Wed 6pm-6:45pm, Rm 257. Ages 8-16. Learn to play ukulele or improve your skills in a fun group setting! Sing, play, write songs, and learn to perform for others. Ukuleles provided! Fee: $80/8-week session. Session I: 1/20-3/16 (no class 3/9), Session II: 4/6-5/25. Register/info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

ADULT UKULELE CLUB:Wed 7pm-7:45pm, Rm 257. Ages 16+. Learn to play ukulele or improve your skills in a fun group setting! Sing, play, write songs, and learn to perform for others. Ukuleles provided! Fee: $80/8-week session. Session I: 1/20-3/16 (no class 3/9), Session II: 4/6-5/25. Register/info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

SENIOR FUN WITH FITNESS:Tues & Thurs 11am-12pm, Center Gym. Ages50+. Simple aerobics, chair work, resistance, and hand weights all in one fun class! No experience necessary. Bring 2 or 3 lb. hand weights. Fee: $4/class. Register/info: Beth at 440-979-6696

BEGINNERS’ PHOTOGRAPHY:Tues 6pm-8pm, Rm 41. All ages (under 12 with adult). Learn the basics of digital photography including camera and light settings; practice in our beautiful building! Fee: $70/4-week session. Session I: 1/19-2/9. Register/info: jenhearnphotography@gmail.com

DSLR PHOTOGRAPHY 101:Sat 3-hour session, Rm 219. Adults. Learn how to take advantage of the greater power, versatility, and precision of digital SLR cameras. Fee: $65/3-hour class. Sessions on 1/9, 1/16, and 2/6. Register/info: lovejoypics@gmail.com

POINT & SHOOT PHOTOGRAPHY 101:Sat 2-hour session, Rm 219. Adults. Learn the basics of digital point-and-shoot cameras as well as simple computer editing techniques. Fee: $50/2-hour session. Sessions on 1/23 and 2/20. Register/info: lovejoypics@gmail.com

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPOSITION IN THE FIELD:Sat 3-hour session, Rm 219. Adults. The class begins with a talk by one of our experienced instructors followed by a photography stroll through a photogenic locale. Fee: $95/3-hour session. Session on 1/30. Register/info: lovejoypics@gmail.com

 

VISUAL ART

KATE UHLIR ARTISTS:Thurs 10am-2pm, Rm 152. Adults. Lessons provided or guidance for your own projects. Pastel drawing, watercolor, oil and acrylic painting. Supplies provided for first class. Fee: $15/class. Info: Kate at 216-932-6714

KIDS’ OPEN ART STUDIO:2nd and 4th Sat 10am-11:30am, Rm 254. Ages 5-12. Drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpting, jewelry-making, and more! Fee: 2nd Saturdays FREE, 4th Saturdays $10. Register/info: Rozenia at 216-395-4278 or create@artityourself.com

ADULT OPEN ART STUDIO:2nd Fri 6pm-8pm and 4th Sat 12pm-2pm, Rm 254. Bring your own materials and projects, share with other artists, learn new techniques, and enjoy refreshments! Fee: $15/class. Register/info: Rozenia at 216-395-4278 or create@artityourself.com

SPRING ADULT ART CAMP:April 19-30: Tues-Thurs 6pm-8pm, Sat 12pm-2pm, Rm 254. Painting, mixed media, stamping, jewelry-making, paint your own pottery, and more. Supplies provided! Fee: $150/week. Register/info: Rozenia at 216-395-4278 or create@artityourself.com

POTTERY OPEN STUDIO:Mon & Wed 6pm-9pm, Rm 43. All ages (under 10 with adult). Beginner to advanced, lessons or work on your own, wheel or hand building. Fee: $12/hr (or $100/10 hrs). Clay Fee: $25/25 lb (includes glazes).  Info: Jayson at 216-906-7553 or jaysonmhayes@gmail.com

DANCE & FITNESS

HATHA YOGA (GENTLE YOGA):Mon 7:30pm-8:30pm, Rm 239. Ages 18+. Explore the “Ha” through energetic postures and “Tha” with relaxing poses. Beginners welcome. Bring a yoga mat. Fee: $45/5-class session. Session I: 1/25-2/29 (no class 2/15), Session II: 3/7-4/11 (no class 3/28). Register/info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

TEEN YOGA:Mon 6:15pm-7:15pm, Rm 239. Ages 14-17. Learn basic yoga poses and breathing that help strengthen the body and relieve stress. Fee: $45/5-class session. Session I: 1/25-2/29 (no class 2/15), Session II: 3/7-4/11 (no class 3/28). Register/info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

ONE TREE YOGA: Rm 227. A variety of ongoing classes are available, beginner to advanced, every day of the week. Register/info: 216-210-2211 or onetreeyoga.org

PILATES AT SHORE:Pilates Barre Thurs 6pm-7pm, Mat Pilates Sat 9am-10am, Rm 239.Ages 15+. Fee: $8/class or $56/8 classes, 1st class free. Register/info: Michelle at 216-780-0183 or michelle.stachnik@att.net

CHICAGO STEPPIN’ DANCE CLASS:Wed 7pm-8:45pm, Rm 258. Ages 10+. Learn basic steps in the Chicago Steppin’ style. Fee: $7/class. Register/more info: Marvin at 216-376-2858

CREATIVE MOVEMENT & DANCE TRAINING:Mon 5pm-6pm, Rm 241. Ages 5-12. Build the fundamentals of dance technique: body awareness, strength, flexibility, coordination, and musicality. Fee: $75/10-class session. Session I: 1/11-3/28 (no class 1/18 and 2/15). Register/more info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

ADULT MODERN DANCE:Wed 6pm-7:15pm, Rm 241. Build the fundamentals of dance technique: body awareness, strength, flexibility, coordination, and musicality. Fee: $75/10-class session. Session I: 1/13-3/16. Register/more info: 216-289-8578 or shoreculturalcentre.com/programs

LENEGHAN ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE:Mon 4:45pm-8:45pm (different experience levels at different times), Rm 258. All ages.Register/more info: cl.academy@att.net, leneghanacademy.com

AFRO-FUSION WORKOUT:Tues 6pm-6:50pm, Rm 258. Ages 15+. A blend of cardio-intense fitness routines integrated with African dance moves. Fee: $5/class. Register/info: Tanya at 216-337-5606 or robinson2mbaye@roadrunner.com

TRADITIONAL WEST AFRICAN DANCE:Tues 7pm-7:45pm, Rm 258. Ages 15+. Increase physical activity while learning traditional dance movements. Fee: $5/class. Register/info: Tanya at 216-337-5606 or robinson2mbaye@roadrunner.com

BODY SCULPTING TM:Tues & Thurs 6:30pm-7:30pm, Rm 125. Adults. Results-oriented strength training fitness class. Fee: $55/8-class session or $130/three 8-class sessions. New session begins every 5 weeks. Register/info: Nora at 440-729-3463 or flexcity.com

JAZZERCISE:Tues & Thurs 6:15pm-7:15pm; Sat 9am-10am, Center Gym. A blend of aerobics, yoga, pilates, and kickboxing set to fresh music. All fitness levels welcome. Register/info: Sun Ok at 216-261-6178 or sunokjazz@yahoo.com

BLACK DRAGON KENPO KARATE:Mon & Wed OR Tues & Thurs 6pm-7pm, Rm 29. Ages 4 to Adult. Black Dragon Kenpo is a hybrid martial art combining the beauty of Chinese Kung Fu with the fierce power of Japanese Okinawan Karate. Fee: $45/mo or $135/mo family (3-5 people). Register/info: Dontrell at 216-450-0581 SPECIAL DRAGON PACKAGE: $30/mo for 5 months.

LITTLE DRAGONS KUNTAO/SILAT MARTIAL ARTS:Sun, Beginner/Intermediate 12:30pm-1pm, Advanced 1pm-2pm, Rm 258. Ages 5+. Indonesian and Chinese Martial Arts of Kuntao and Silat with Low Tiger 3N Martial Arts. Call for adult and private sessions. Fee: $25/mo Register/info: Ben at 216-970-1197 or threentiger@aol.com

LAKE SHORE AIKIDO:Tues & Thurs 6:30pm–8pm, Sat 9:30am-11am, Rm 215. Ages 13+. Learn how to be strong and flexible through practicing the Art of Peace. Fee: $45/mo, 1st class free. Register/info: 216-310-2147 or lakeshoreaikidocleveland.com

 

MUSIC + THEATER

ACTING BASICS FOR KIDS & TEENS:Wed 4pm-5:30pm, Rm 257.Basic instruction in dramatic arts, singing, and movement. If your child has ever dreamed of being on stage or in front of the camera, this course is for them. Class culminates in a performance. Fee: $99/10-week session + one-time Euclid School of Music & Theater registration fee ($30). Session I: 3/9-5/11. Register/info: 216-421-5699

EXPRESS YOURSELF MUSIC WORKSHOP SERIES:1st Sat 4-5 PM, Rm 257. Free introductory courses held once a month: Feb 6: Piano Basics, March 5: Guitar Basics, April 2: Singing Basics, May 7: Hip Hop Basics, June 4: Gospels and Spirituals. FREE, but RSVP required. Register/info: 216-421-5699

PRIVATE LESSONS IN VOICE, PIANO, THEATER, FLUTE, SAXOPHONE, WOODWINDS, GUITAR: By Appt, Rm 257. Offered by the Euclid School of Music & Theater (formerly DML Music & Theater Studio). Free introductory lesson for all new students. Fee: $20/30-minute lesson or $35/1-hour lesson. Register/info: 216-406-1699

PRIVATE MUSIC AND VOICE LESSONS: By Appt, Rm 251. Offered by Rhonda Harrell and the Music Place. Register/info: 216-772-7703

*Please call Shore Cultural Centre at 216-289-8578 or the phone number indicated for registration or more info about the class description, instructors, class locations, and other requirements.*