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Creative Arts

Sketching and Drawing*
A "must" for all artistic endeavors.  Rediscover your childhood creative confidence.  Learn fundamentals of tools and techniques for capturing the illusion of 3D.

Beginning Painting*
A hands-on introduction to the various aspects of painting. Class determines the subject and medium. Demos in pencil charcoal, ink, pastel, watercolor, oil and acrylic as requested.

Open Studio
Are you looking for an open, fun, friendly and extremely positive environment to work on your painting skills? Join us in open studio. No instruction will be provided, but Mary Sheehan, our long time watercolor instructor will be on hand to provide tips and encouragement. There is no charge for this program. All are welcome to join us and express your unique creativity now.

Crochet and Knitting
Learn to crochet or knit with some help from one of our volunteers. If you already know how, bring a project and work on it in a fun friendly environment. This group also prepares items to donate or to sell at our annual boutique.

Happy Singers (Group Singing)
No prior music or singing training is required.  Just join us and be a happy singer.  A minimum annual membership fee is required to cover pianist, class materials, and stage performance expenses.

World of Watercolor 252.1.0113
Enjoy the wonderful world of painting by exploring the flowing medium of watercolor. You may complete 2-5 small paintings in this course. All levels of experience are encouraged, as the instructor works one-on-one with each student. A basic material list will be given out after registration. Ages 50+ 

Summer Vegetable Gardening 252.1.0718

Learn to have a successful, environmentally responsible garden that provides delicious vegetables and herbs year-round using good gardening practices. Taught by Master Gardeners. 

Group Voice Lessons 252.1.1450
The goals are to teach proper singing techniques including breathing, voice production, diction, expression and posture, reading and understanding of music, music theory and music interpretation. A wide range of music repertoire will be offered, including classical, popular, musicals and opera, as well as songs from different countries and in different languages. 

Morning Guitar for Adults 252.1.0606
Intro to guitar for adults is a class designed for aspiring guitar players with little or no experience. The primary goal of the class will be to teach students how to play chord accompaniments for singers. 

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History Club
Investigation of ancient and modern migrations including the trek of Homo Sapiens settling China, 90,000 B.C.E. and the great migration to "Gold Mountain". These investigative classes are open to all with no fee or registration. This class does not meet on the first Wednesday of each month.

Spanish, Conversation and Culture*
Be prepared when you visit Mexico or the corner market.  Learn everyday phrases, simple conversations, Hispanic culture, and more from a dynamic instructor.

Genealogy*
Discover proof of your family's ancestry as we dig through records available around the Bay Area and on the Internet.  Monthly field trips to libraries and archives give hands-on experience after participating in class discussions.

News and Views*
A spirited review of social, political, national, and international issues of current concern.  Feel free to bring topics of interest and offer your perspectives on them.

Creative Writing
If you have ever felt the need to put your feelings into a poem or a short story, or if you have a pressing need to get your memoirs down for the grandkids, this is the place for you.  No experience needed.

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Body Conditioning / Morning Stretch*
8 a.m. 252.1.1421 or 8:50 a.m. 252.1.1422
Come for a head-to-toe workout.  Improve your cardiovascular, respiratory, and circulatory systems and increase muscle tone and improve flexibility.  Free weights and bands are used and available in class.

Feldenkrais*
Awareness through movement.  Help improve your flexibility and reduce muscular tension while enhancing mobility, balance, and coordination.  Safe, comfortable movement sequences from a certified teacher.  Ideal for people with arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other painful conditions.

Gentle Yoga*
Stretches based on the Feldenkrais method to increase flexibility and balanced mobility in the mature body.

Tai Chi*
A combination of graceful exercises using slow, circular movements and deep breathing,  Tao Chi helps relieve stress, tension, and improves strength and balance.

Golf
Become part of a foursome at Rancho del Pueblo, a beautiful executive nine-hole course.  Call Edith (408) 997-9539 if you would like to join us.

Golf Lessons
This five-week class will introduce you to the various shots a golfer will face while playing.  These shots include putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, and driving.  These classes will provide meaningful insight for the different shots.

Introduction to Belly Dancing
Have fun while learning and executing basic dance steps.  This class is for anyone with interest in taking belly dancing.

Ping Pong/Table Tennis
We now have three tables open for table tennis.  Play is on a drop-in basis and all are welcome to attend.

Hanna Somatics 252.4.1440
Hanna Somatic Education is a natural, gentle and safe way to end chronic pain, relieve stress, and restore freedom of movement.

Bowling
Have you bowled in the past and would like to take it up again?  Have you never bowled, but would like to give it a try now?  Our bowlers meet weekly at Cambrian Bowl to play three games and have some fun.  All are welcome.  For more information, call Dennis at (408) 997-9539.

Quicksilver Walking Group (walks on Los Alamitos Trail)
Looking for exercise, fresh air, and socialization all rolled into one?  Join our group as we walk the Los Alamitos Trail.  The group departs from the bridge on Graystone just past Almaden Expressway.

Softball
Softball is the most popular participant sort in the United States.  An estimated 56 million Americans will play at least one game of softball during a year.  Will you be one of those people?  All are welcome to join us as we meet each Friday at DeAnza Park.  No talent is needed, just the desire to have fun.

Bocce Ball
Bocce is a fun game similar to Lawn Bowling.  There are four players on a team who take turns rolling the Bocce ball toward the Pallino (a smaller ball).  Players are awarded points for the balls thrown closest to the Pallino ball.  Equipment is provided.

Restorative Pilates 252.1.0535
Develop deep strength and great posture. A stronger core will help you move better in all aspects of life. Get individualized help from a highly qualified Pilates Instructor.

 Yuan Ji Dance
Yuan Ji dance is a special dance that combines the movement from martial arts, tai chi, music, and dance.  All are welcome to check out this new offering and join in on the experience.

  K-9 Cruisers Dog Walking Group 252.1.0704
Join us at the Almaden Winery neighborhood to learn techniques that will make walking your dog more fun and challenging, and get some outdoor exercise while you are at it.

Ballroom Dance
Come try out the exciting world of ballroom dancing from a slow gliding foxtrot to sensuous rumba, to a vivacious cha cha... there is something for everyone.  No partners or previous experience needed, just a desire to have some fun.  The first hour will be lessons.  The second hour is open for social dance.  All are welcome to come to the first or second hour or both.

Line Dance Classes
Beginners Class
The Line Dance Social will be held on Friday, June 12 at 1:30.

Intermediate Class

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