Summer Class Schedule

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The 2008 Buck Hill Art Association Class Schedule

As usual, we are offering a huge selection of summer classes for Please click here to view the summer class schedule. Download and print the registration from here.

Questions? Call Mary Lou Dalziel (570) 595-7304 or Lois Grunder (570) 595-6149

Yoga Classes
How exciting to have our own Sharon Ruvane to guide us to better health! *Although each class has nine sessions, the fee for 15 sessions can be shared with household members or house guests.

Vinyasa Yoga - Sharon Ruvane
Tennis Tea ~ Tuesdays (6/24-8/19) 1:45-3:00pm
* 15 Classes-$150
* 9 Classes-$95
* Drop-in-$15
Asana practice with an emphasis on “flow,” a form of yoga where continuous movement is linked to the breath. An invigorating practice for those familiar with yoga, or in good physical shape.

Yoga for Buck Hill Life - Sharon Ruvane
Tennis Tea ~ Thursdays (6/26-8/21)
3:15-4:30pm
* 15 Classes-$150
* 9 Classes-$95
* Drop-in-$15
A slower form of yoga more focused on alignment, breathing, and finding your personal pace. We will concentrate on poses to best support our athletic endeavors. Savasna, a deep form of relaxation, will end each session.

Yoga for Kids - Sharon Ruvane
Tennis Tea ~ Tuesdays (6/24-8/19) 3:00-4:00pm
* 15 Classes-$150
* 9 Classes-$95
* Drop-in-$15

A fun introduction to yoga for kids! Learn the animal poses like cat, downward dog, and cobra. The children will learn how to use breath and relaxation to quiet the mind and improve focus. Great for sports! Yoga helps stretch out muscles and to pay better attention – to the ball, your opponent, or yourself.

Aged Terra Cotta Pots - Christina Rodis-Durst of Tullula Studio
Tullula Studio, Route 447, Newfoundland ~ Thursday (6/26) 11am-3pm
* $35pp, Min 6p ~ Max 12p

Grace your porch with the beauty of age and history as we transform new terra cotta pots from simple to spectacular with fun and easy mixed media techniques. Perfect for all skill levels! 12” pots will be supplied or you may bring your own. A light al fresco lunch will be served.

Bridge Strategies and Duplicate Bridge - Joanne Mauger
Beginner
The Urice Room ~ Thurs. (7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/31, 8/7) 9:00-10:30am
* $80pp - Max 12p
Intermediate Strategy
The Urice Room ~ Thurs. (7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/31, 8/7) 1:15-2:45pm
* $100pp - Max 12p
Duplicate Bridge Game
The Urice Room ~ Thurs. (7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/31, 8/7) 11:00-1:00pm
* $3 each
A hidden secret to a great bridge game – Joanne covers all points. Duplicate bridge sessioins are open to all Buck Hill Art Association members. Note: There will be no class on July 24 due to the art show.

Digital Imagery with Photoshop Elements - Don Sack
Beginner
The Urice Room ~ Mondays (8/4, 8/11, 8/18) 10:00-11:30am
* $60pp - Max 5p
You’ve been having fun snapping photos with that snazzy new digital camera. Now, it’s time to turn those snapshots into fantastic works of art. They will simply ZAZZLE!!! Photoshop Elements 5 or 6 will be necessary for this class.

The Art of Parenting and Grandparenting - Sandy Sabatini
The Urice Room ~ Wednesdays (7/9, 7/23, 8/6, 8/20) 6:00-7:30pm
* $100
The beauty of Buck Hill will be reflected in the beauty of parenting (and grandparenting). Each session will include a formal presentation followed by a discussion of anonymous pre-submitted questions. Husbands and wives may attend for the price of one.

Italian Cuisine - Helene and Logene of Cooks Tour
Cooks Tour, Inc. ~ Monday (7/14) 11:30am – 2:30pm
* $40pp - Min 8p ~ Max 10p
Mama Mia! Is there anything better than eating Italian food? Learn to cook some of Italy’s best meals. If unable to attend, please send a replacement or call Cooks Tour – 595-0370. Ciao!

Organic Gardening and Whole Foods Luncheon - Sharon Ruvane
Cottage 100 ~ Saturday (7/19) 12:00-1:30pm
* $20pp - Max 25p
Come wander in Sharon organic vegetable garden right here in Buck Hill. Learn the basics of organic gardening, and stay for a delicious lunch prepared with organic whole foods - picked fresh from the garden! Sharon is a recent graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York City and is certified as a health counselor through Columbia University. The class fee includes lunch, recipes, and a handout on organic gardening.

Cuisine of Thailand - Helene and Logene of Cooks Tour
Cooks Tour, Inc. ~ Monday (7/28) 11:30am – 2:30pm
* $40pp - Min 8p ~ Max 10p

How great will this be? Thai food in a Quaker community. Join the fun and learn how to cook some of the very best. If unable to attend, please send a replacement or call Cooks Tour – 595-0370.

From Generic to Gorgeous with Gilding - Christina Rodis-Durst of Tullula Studio
Tullula Studio, Route 447, Newfoundland ~ Thursday (7/31) 11am-3pm
* $55pp - Min 4p ~ Max 8p
Turn those outdated and lackluster pieces into the centerpiece of your décor with the art of gilding. We will simplify and demystify these ancient techniques as we embellish your old frame, box or lamp with your choice of gold, silver or pewter finishes. A light al fresco lunch will be served.

Brunch - Helene and Logene of Cooks Tour
Cooks Tour, Inc. ~ Monday (8/11) 11:30am – 2:30pm
* $40pp - Min 8p ~ Max 10p
Wake up and smell the coffee. After this class the bunch will love your brunch! If unable to attend, please send a replacement or call Cooks Tour – 595-0370.

Fabric Collage - Liz Pemberton
The Urice Room ~ Wednesday (8/13) - 10:00am-12:00pm
* $25pp - Min 8p
Liz Pemberton is a well-known local artist who creates one-of-a-kind works of art from wall hangings and tapestries to beautiful quilted fabric artwork. In this class, she will help you turn fabrics into marvelous works of art, too! Be sure to bring a pair of scissors to class.

Fine Art Classes
The Buck Hill Art Association is delighted to announce that once again we are fortunate to have secured both John James and Jill Swersie to instruct us in the art of oil and watercolor painting.

Watercolors with John James - Barrett Elementary Center Art Room
Series 1
Thursdays (7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31) 10:00am-1:00pm
* $100pp - Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Series 2
Thursdays (8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28) 10:00am-1:00pm
* $100pp - Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Back by great demand, this is an all time favorite taught by an outstanding local artist.

Oil Painting with Jill Swersie - Barrett Elementary Center Art Room
Series 1
Tuesdays (7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29) 10:00am-1:00pm
* $100pp Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Series 2
Tuesdays (8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26) 10:00am-1:00pm
* $100pp - Min 4p ~ Max 10p

Yea! Jill is back and will teach you the secrets of success!