News: Adult Programs Fall 2024
Adult Programs
Activities That Matter: Finding Joy and Purpose in Dementia Engagement
Dates and Times:
Session I: Friday, September 20 from 11:00-Noon
Session II: Tuesday, October 8 from 6:00-7:00pm
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $30/Session
Location: Brick Building, 97 School St, Carlisle
Instructor: Olivia Companion, CDP, CMDCP
Learn different methods for engaging someone with dementia through the day and through their progression of the disease. We will cover the dementia based Montessori method, types of activities, why they matter, bonuses of engagement, executing a successful activity, and modifying activities. This class is appropriate for personal and professional caregivers, but not for those living with dementia.
Archery for Adults
Dates: Wednesdays
Session I: September 11-October 9
Session II: October 16-November 13
Session III: November 20-December 18 (No Class 11/27)
Time: Session I: 5:30-6:30pm
Session II: 5:00-6:00pm
Session III: 6:00-7:00pm
Who: Ages 14 - Adult
Fee: Session I & II: $215 (5 Wks)
Session III: $175 (4 Wks)
Instructor: On the Mark Archery
Location: Session I: Davis Elementary School, 410 Davis Road, Bedford
Session II: Spalding Field, Church Street, Carlisle
Session III: Concord at Ripley Elementary School, 120 Meriam Rd, Concord
Release stress with arrows! Relax and unwind after a long day at work and sign up for a low-impact fitness course like Archery. This Olympic sport is one of the fastest growing across America and is easy to learn, but difficult to master. The thrill of shooting a bow is unlike any other body mind experience and it involves form elements and strategy similar to golf, yoga, martial arts and even chess! All equipment is provided and this course is led by certified USA Archery instructors.
Art of Ribbon Stitchery for Adults
Dates: Tuesdays, October 22 & 29
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Who: Age 18+ youngest age
Fee: $65/person*
Location: The Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Mary Shey, Shen Shey, Gongjia Xing
Learn the Art of Ribbon Stitchery, an ancient form of art decor with colorful silk ribbons in lieu of pallet and paint brush. Today, there is a new interest in quilting and fabric stores in the Art of Ribbon Stitchery. Instead of using a paintbrush and pallet to make art décor, people are using Ribbon Embroidery Kits and their fingers to make beautiful and 3-dimensional & personalized gifts. *Additional materials fee of $24 due on the first day of class. See https://msribbonstitchery.com
Badminton for Adults
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays
Fall Session:
Mondays: September 9, 16, 23, 30
October 7, 21, 28 (No Play 10/14)
November 4, 18, 25 (No Play 11/11)
December 2, 9, 16
Wednesdays: September 11, 18, 25
October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
November 6, 13, 20 (No Play 11/27)
December 4, 11, 18
Winter Session:
Mondays: January 6, 13, 27 (No Play 1/20)
February 3, 10, 24 (No Play 2/17)
March 3, 10, 17, 24
Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 26 (No Play 2/19)
March 5, 12, 19, 26
Spring Session:
Mondays: March 31,
April 7, 14, 28, (No Play 4/21)
May 5, 12, 19, (No Play 5/26)
June 2
Wednesdays: April 2, 9, 16, 30 (No Play 4/23)
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: Register for one day or two days – We are not able to prorate for missed classes
Fall Session-Mondays: $104 - 13 Nights
Fall Session-Wednesdays: $112 - 14 Nights
Winter Session-Mondays: $80 – 10 Nights
Winter Session-Wednesdays: $88 – 11 Nights
Spring Session-Mondays: $64 - 8 Nights
Spring Session-Wednesdays: $72 - 9 Nights
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
Coordinators: John Chao and Anh Ngo
Come join us and find out: why this is the fastest sport, why no American has medaled in the Olympics, for over 60 years, why it is great for cross training and how it is different from those lazy backyard outings. Beginner to advanced players are welcome (16 and up, our oldest is 75)
Peers will be available to support you as you learn the basics and transition from the backyard to maybe tournament level play. Advanced players play with peers, but also are asked to team up with others to share ideas and skills. We share and rotate court time. We play in a supportive, positive environment. You will need to bring enthusiasm, a racket (we have them for evaluation, sale and a few to use until you get one) a change of court shoes (no outside shoes in the gym) and water. We provide shuttles, but you may use your own. This is a recreational and developmental program, and we share court time.
Preregistration through the Carlisle Recreation is required. No play if schools are closed. You may register for either one or both nights for the season. We will limit the numbers of participants. You will check in each night. Open to those from surrounding towns.
Basketball for Adults
Dates: Tuesdays
Fall Session: September 10-December 10 (Make-up 12/17)
Winter Session: January 7-March 25 (No Play 2/18)
Spring Session: April 1-June 3 (No Play 4/22)
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: Fall Session: $70 (14 Nights of Play)
Winter Session: $55 (11 Nights of Play)
Spring Session: $45 (9 Nights of Play)
Payment required prior to play
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
This program is open to men and women who are looking for organized weekly basketball games. Overall, this program is for fun and a chance to practice skills and play. Minimum of 10 players. Preregistration through the Carlisle Recreation Department is required. No play if schools are closed.
Dementia Challenges: A Montessori Approach to Success
Date: Wednesday, December 4
Time: 12:00-1:15pm
Who: All personal and professional caregivers (CE for social workers!)
Fee: $48
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street, Carlisle
Instructor: Olivia Companion, CDP, CMDCP
Program Summary: This is a comprehensive and practical course that provides personal and professional dementia caregivers with the tools needed to navigate dementia care in any environment. By learning to recognize triggers, reframe behaviors, and master redirection techniques, you will enhance the quality of care you provide to individuals with dementia in both community and residential settings. This course also equips you with advocacy skills to promote dementia-friendly environments and approaches, ensuring that individuals with dementia receive the support and respect they deserve while maintaining their autonomy and working with everyone on the care team. *This program has been approved for 1.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program, Authorization Number D 92715.
Getting Paid to Talk/An Introduction to Professional Voice Over - Online
Date: Tuesday, December 3
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: $45
Location: Online
Instructor: Voice Coaches
From audio books to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night, live online class, your instructor will take you behind-the-scenes in the voice over field for a fun and realistic look at how the voice over field really works. You ‘ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, and how to leverage your voice’s strengths and interests, and more. Because this class is live, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions! Additionally, there will be a chance for a one-on-one script read with the instructor at the end of the class.
About the Instructor: With more than 30 years as a voice over artist and voice over producer, your instructor is part of the team at Voice Coaches with clients including major television networks, gaming designers, audio book publishers and more. Learn more at Voicecoaches.com.
Home-Style Vegan Indian Cooking
Date: Thursday, October 24
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $90
Location: TBA*
Instructor: Sandhya Rege Nadkarni, of INDFUSED Cooking Classes
Learn to create authentic, Indian home-style vegan cuisine. The highlight of the class is trying your hand at making Phulka/Roti. This soft and fluffy Indian whole wheat flatbread is a staple in home-style cooking. Learn the techniques of mastering the roti from making the dough to rolling and cooking the puffy phulka! Together we will also make a seasonal Bhoplyachi Bhaji (Pumpkin subji) that complements the phulkas and a one pot Batate Bhat (Basmati rice cooked with potatoes and spices), which can be a meal by itself. With step-by-step instructions, you will gain the knowledge from sourcing to storing the ingredients, the confidence to recreate these recipes in your kitchens and the cultural insights into these dishes. We will gather around the table to sample and discuss our creations at the end of class. Ingredient fee of $20 payable to the instructor at the class. *Class held at the instructor’s home professional/licensed kitchen in Lexington (right on the Bedford-Lexington border) Address will be emailed 2 days before the class.
Instructor Bio: Sandhya Rege Nadkarni has been teaching public and private cooking classes for over 12 years. She creates content and develops authentic Indian and innovative fusion recipes for her popular blog INDFUSED @indfused.com which also offers branded online products, including spices and recipe kits. Her focus is to create healthier, streamlined, delicious recipes with easily available ingredients. Some of her popular classes can be found at https://indfused.com/cooking-classes-2/
Indian Inspired Dishes for the Holidays—Vegan Friendly!
Date: Thursday, December 5
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $90
Location: TBA*
Instructor: Sandhya Rege Nadkarni, of INDFUSED Cooking Classes
This menu is designed to inspire and teach participants to create memorable Indian-inspired dishes that elevate any holiday table. Emphasizing health-conscious cooking techniques like air-frying and combining traditional Indian spices with seasonal ingredients we will create dishes that are both elegant and nourishing. We will make two unique savory soups infused with fruity undertones and seasonal roasted vegetables with garam masala.Carnival Squash Soup- carnival squash with its mellow, sweet taste takes centerstage in this luscious soup. It is combined with red lentils, pears and delicately spiced curry powder. Air-Fried Butternut Squash and Apple Bisque with Turmeric- A bisque, so flavorful and velvety that you will not miss the cream! Combined with aromatics and spiced with turmeric to create layers of flavor. Roasted Vegetables with Garam Masala- Colorful medley of seasonal vegetables roasted with garam masala, featuring warm notes of cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Ingredient fee of $20 payable to the instructor at the class. *Class held at the instructor’s home professional/licensed kitchen in Lexington (right on the Bedford-Lexington border) Address will be emailed 2 days before the class.
Instructor Bio: Sandhya Rege Nadkarni has been teaching public and private cooking classes for over 12 years. She creates content and develops authentic Indian and innovative fusion recipes for her popular blog INDFUSED @indfused.com which also offers branded online products, including spices and recipe kits. Her focus is to create healthier, streamlined, delicious recipes with easily available ingredients. Some of her popular classes can be found at https://indfused.com/cooking-classes-2/
Infant Massage
Dates: Tuesdays, November 5-26
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Who: Birth to 6 months (Pre-crawling)
Fee: $100 (4 Wks)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructors: Mary Beilman
As a Certified Educator of Infant Massage through Infant Massage USA, I will teach new strokes each week that combine Swedish and Indian Massage in addition to reflexology. Massage can help babies with sleep, gas, and fussiness. It also enhances the connection between caregiver and baby. Each class will include discussion, demonstration of strokes, and time for questions and answers. Once you have registered you will receive information about what you need for the first class.
Instructor Bio: Mary Beilman will lead the classes and has over 20 years of experience working with families as a Family Support Specialist, providing parent education, home visits and one on one consults. She has a Master’s in Early Childhood Special Education. She is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Educator of Infant Massage, Pediatric Sleep Consultant and a Baby Sign Language Educator.
Intro to Salsa Dancing
Dates: Thursdays, October 3-24
Time: 6:30-7:15pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $69 (4 Wks)
Location: Ignis Arts Ballroom, 630 Boston Rd. Billerica (less than 4 miles from Bedford center)
Instructors: Nick Arango and instructors from Ignis Arts Ballroom
Is learning to dance on your bucket list? Or are you looking for a cure for your “two left feet”? Maybe you want to meet new people while staying active? Whatever your reason, join our intro to salsa dance class! Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to get a refresh on the basics. This class requires no prior dance experience or partner. Each week, you'll learn the steps, turns, and techniques in a supportive and friendly environment. By the end of the program, you'll dance confidently to the vibrant rhythms of salsa music. Pumpkin spice isn't the only thing to spice up your fall—come discover the joy and fun of salsa dancing with us!
Instructor BIO: Nick Arango fell in love with partner dancing over 14 years ago through contra, blues, and fusion dancing. Seven years ago he left his bio chemistry job to pursue his passion and share his love of dancing as a professional ballroom teacher. As a professional dance teacher, Nick discovered that he loved teaching and supporting other teachers. This interest led Nick to make another career jump and start his own independent dance studio with his partner Maretta. Their goal is to build community and connection through ballroom and partner dancing. At Ignis, they try to make dancing accessible by offering affordable dance lessons, while supporting local artists to build successful and financially viable careers as dance teachers. For more information on Ignis and our values check out our website at: https://www.ignisarts.com/who-we-are.
Kaleidoscope Workshops
Dates: Fridays
Session I: September 20
Session II: October 18
Session III: November 1
Session IV: December 6
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Who: Ages 18-30
Fee: $40/session
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Making a Star
The Kaleidoscope program offers dynamic programs for teens and young adults with developmental disabilities. Our program features a wide variety of activities that promote independence, encourage self-esteem, and help our participants achieve their artistic dreams and goals.
The Kaleidoscope program offers meaningful artistic skills and fosters new relationships among their peers. Kaleidoscope offers participants the opportunity to create original artworks. Projects range from drawing, painting to beaded jewelry or mixed-media paper-mâché, oil pastels, clay sculpting, animation, sewing, design work and much more. This program was developed to cultivate creativity in everyone. We may showcase our clients' artworks within your community with permission from our clients and town. All material included.
Karate for Teens & Adults
Dates: Fridays,
Session I: September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 (6 Wks) (Make-Up 10/18)
Session II: November 15, 22, December 6, 20 (4 Wks) (No Class 11/29) (Make-Up 12/13)
Session III: February 28, March 7, 14, 28, April 4, 11 (6 Wks) (No Class on 3/21) (Make-Up on 4/18)
Session IV: May 23, 30, June 6, 13 (4 Wks)
Time: 6:15-7:15pm
Who: Ages 13+
Fee: Session I & III: $90 (6 Wks)
Session II & IV: $60 (4 Wks)
Instructor: Sarah Corey, One Step Beyond Martial Arts Training
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
These classes are for 15 years old and up. Students of all ranks from White Belt to Black Belt train together. We find the combination of teen energy and adult maturity a great formula for exciting and energizing classes. The mixture of belt ranks also allows a White Belt to be paired with an upper-level belt so they can acquire the tools needed for improved confidence and self-defense as quickly as possible.
Ladies Self-Defense Short Program
Dates: Friday, March 21
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Who: Ages 16+
Fee: $40
Instructor: Sarah Corey, One Step Beyond Martial Arts Training
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
A seminar designed for those wanting to just focus on street self-defense and situational self-defense. During these classes, we will focus on risk awareness, risk reduction as well as physical defense techniques. This class will help ladies gain more self-confidence and the empowerment to help themselves avoid or get out of bad situations!
Learn to Skate – Teens/Adult
Dates: Wednesdays or Sundays
Session I: Wednesdays, September 11-November 20
Session II: Sundays, September 15-November 3
Time: Wednesdays: 4:10-5:00pm
Sundays: 2:20-3:10pm
Who: Ages 16+
Fee: Wednesdays: $242 (11 Wks)
Sundays: $176 (8 Wks)
Instructor: FMC Staff
Location: Burlington Ice Palace
26 Ray Ave, Burlington, MA
It’s never too late to learn how to skate! Participants are invited to learn to skate or enhance skating skills in a fun and comfortable environment. Skaters will be groups by age/or ability if possible.
BE PREPARED FOR CLASS
- Participants learn how to fall down and get up the first week. Help your skater with this first lesson by viewing our instructional video and working with participants before you arrive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jF5uPzEEY8Y&feature=youtu.be
- A helmet, such as a bike helmet or HECC helmet, is required and must be provided by the participant.
- Please label the helmet with First Name, Last Initial on the front before arriving.
- Wear warm, comfortable layers that allow for movement, long sleeves and pants, gloves or mittens. Young skaters may wish to wear waterproof clothing and gloves.
- Rental skates are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are included in the class fee.
- Participants are welcome to bring their own skates although double blade skates are not permitted.
- Still have questions? Visit fmcicesports.com or call 1-888-74-SKATE.
Painting on Silk Workshop
The Color of Taste—RED. Paint Pomegranate on Silk
Date: Wednesday, October 23
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $60
Location: 12 Mudge Way, Rm 152
Instructor: Lidia Mikhaylova, artist
Do you want to explore your creative side? Do you want to experiment with colors without fear of making a mistake? Come join me in this easy, magical, and relaxing adventure into the world of freedom and creativity, after which you will get a masterpiece created by your own hands. What does red taste like? Of course, it tastes of strength, joy, energy, maturity and love. The taste of red is the taste of the King of all fruits - the Pomegranate! Let's paint together this symbol of sun, life, abundance, rebirth and immortality. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.
Bio: As a child, Lidia wanted to become an artist, but did not. Born and raised in Russia, Siberia, she spent most of her life working in the corporate world as a lawyer. After more than 15 years of successful career in Moscow, she made the decision to move Latvia in the search of new ways to fulfill her dreams. Latvia is the place where she became inspired by the colorful imagery of her surroundings and completely fell in love with painting. In the US since 2019, she has had the opportunity to be an artist and the purpose of her art is to inspire people to see the hidden beauty in the simplicity of their surroundings. Her motto is “Experience Art. Experience Creativity. Experience Happiness” See Lidia’s full information at http://simpleartforms.com
Parkinson’s Project
Dates: Mondays
Session I: September 23
Session II: October 21
Session III: November 25
Session IV: December 9
Time: Option 1: 9:30-11:00am
Option 2: 6:00-7:30pm
Who: Adult
Fee: $40/session
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Parkinson Project
The Parkinson's Project has been designed to enhance individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Each program has instructional art workshops along with a support group with peers built into each program. All of our programs are taught by local artists that have Parkinson Disease or support a Parkinson person, so that they have a great understanding of this disease. This allows us to share with like-minded people and create a sense of community that is much needed. Throughout this workshop we’ll work on canvas, acrylic paint, oil pastels, acrylic pens and more. This class will have instruction but is encouraged to bring a favorite photo of landscape or object to make your painting personal. This is a fun and relaxed workshop with no expectations, we hope you will join, and we encourage early onset PD to attend.
Pottery Partners (Parent/Child)
Dates: Saturdays, October 5 & 19
Time: 9:00-10:00am
Who: Parent & Child
Fee: $120/pair
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Magic Brush Pottery
Have you wanted to create with your child spending quality time painting pottery and creating with fused glass, here it is! During this class we will do 2 weeks, 1 of painting pottery, 1 week of fused glass. Both adults and children will paint and fuse glass with their own pieces. Magic Brush will pick the pieces and teach you both how to paint and fuse with a step-by-step class; You will pick your own colors. Pottery paint is non-toxic and washable. All pieces will be returned within two weeks of the end of the session.
Pickleball for Adults
Dates: Thursdays (8 Week Sessions),
Fall Session: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14, 21
Winter Session: January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 6 (No Class 2/20)
Spring Session: April 3, 10, 17, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (No Class 4/24)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Beginner/Advanced Beginner: 6:30-8:30pm (Court 1, Court 2)
Intermediate Open Play: 6:30-8:30pm (Court 3, Court 4)
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: Fall Session:
$100 Beginner & Advanced Beginner (2-hr of play- 1st hour will be “instruction” rules, scoring, skills & drills - 2nd hour will be structured as “optional stay & play”)
$100 Intermediate (2-hrs of play)
Winter Session:
$100 Beginner & Advanced Beginner (2-hr of play- 1st hour will be “instruction” rules, scoring, skills & drills - 2nd hour will be structured as “optional stay & play”)
$100 Intermediate (2-hrs of play)
Spring Session:
$100 Beginner & Advanced Beginner (2-hr of play- 1st hour will be “instruction” rules, scoring, skills & drills - 2nd hour will be structured as “optional stay & play”)
$100 Intermediate (2-hrs of play)
Coordinators: Marcella Meyer & Sandy Nash
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
Come join the fun and play the fastest growing sport in America! We are offering play for everyone to enjoy, regardless of skill level. There is play for Beginners, Advanced Beginners, and Intermediate players. Intermediate players should be comfortable with rallying, knowing how to keep score, playing kitchen and starting to do third shot drops. Please bring your own paddle to play; indoor balls will be provided. Preregistration through the Carlisle Recreation Department is required. Payment/Registration required prior to play. No play if schools are closed. Participants should bring their own paddle and protective eye wear is also recommended. (Amazon carries clear protective sports glasses that slip on easily.) A minimum of 8 players per session is required.
Pickleball Holiday
Date: Thursday, December 12
Time: 6:30-7:30pm Beginner/Advanced Beginner
6:30-7:30pm Intermediate
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $25 per player
Coordinators: Marcella Meyer & Sandy Nash
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
Holiday fun can still happen in the kitchen! Join us on the indoor pickleball courts for some pickleball gameplay with drills and cardio. Intermediate players should be comfortable rallying, knowing how to keep score, playing kitchen, and starting to third-shot drop. Please bring your own paddle to play; indoor balls will be provided.
Plein Air Watercolor Nature Immersion Morning
Date: Friday, September 27
Time: 10:00-12:30pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $50
Location: The Job Lane House, 295 North Road, Bedford
Instructor: Nadine Mazzola, Expressive Arts Teacher, Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Somatic Educator
Join Nadine to paint outdoors as she guides you step-by-step through creating a series of watercolors exploring themes inspired by nature using washes and other watercolor techniques and finding your unique creative flow with the materials. The emphasis will be on noticing the essence of what you want to paint and learning how to suggest that in a simple way through brush strokes. Students will be choosing their own subjects from the landscape, including wildflowers, trees, landscape views, or even creating abstract compositions inspired by the landscape. All materials are provided and no experience necessary for this class. All levels of experience are welcome. (If you have your own materials and would like to bring them, you are welcome to, but Nadine will also have enough materials for all). Tripod chairs will be provided, but feel free to bring a chair you would be comfortable in. *Local outdoor meeting location to be announced a week before the program. Tentative Rain date: October 18
Bio: Mazzola is an artist, expressive arts teacher, certified forest therapy guide, and author of the award-winning book, “Forest Bathing with Your Dog”. She has shared her signature, holistic, heart-centered style of teaching with hundreds of students, from those with no art experience to professional artists. She is known for creating a supportive environment within each class for learning, exploring, creating and nurturing a sense of play and joy. Nadine’s favorite color is yellow because of the joy it brings her. For more information visit her website: https://www.nenft.com/
Resources for Massachusetts Caregivers: The Hidden Gems You Didn’t Know Existed
Dates and Times:
Session I: Tuesday, September 24 from 6:00-7:00pm
Session II: Friday, September 27 from 11:00-Noon - Cancelled
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $30/Session
Location: Brick Building, 97 School St, Carlisle
Instructor: Olivia Companion, CDP, CMDCP
Learn specific resources and benefits available to seniors in Massachusetts. This is appropriate for all seniors and caregivers. We will cover starting points, home safety, public benefits, insurance and legal assistance, respite, food and fuel resources, and end of life preparation. This class is appropriate for those caring for seniors in MA.
Simplicity Parenting Family Life Gathering
Dates: Mondays, January 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10, 17 & 24 (no class- 2/17)
Time: 8:00-9:15 pm
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $290 (8 Wks) *Additional $29 Materials Fee due to Simplicity Parenting website)
Instructor: Tara Rachel Jones & Kirsten Carr
Location: Online
Simplicity Parenting is an approach founded by Kim John Payne, Therapist and Parent Educator. Are you looking for a way to maintain balance in your day-to-day family life? In this 8-week series, we will examine the ways to reclaim space and a sustainable pace of family life through the art of simplifying the home environment, family calendar, daily rhythms, and a developmentally meaningful atmosphere. You’ll learn ways of creating a peaceful, loving home though defining your family values, focusing on what is truly important and finding healthy rhythms for your family that will lower stress and foster better communication and calm.
Each online series has: Video topic with Founder of Simplicity Parenting, Kim John Payne and meaningful discussion facilitated by Certified Simplicity Parenting Group Leaders with decades of experience as Educators.
Simplicity Parenting Discipline & Guidance: The First 9 years
Dates: Mondays: Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 21, 28, November 4, 18, 25 (no session 10/14)
Time: 8:00-9:15 pm
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $290 (8 Wks) *Additional $39 Materials Fee due to Simplicity Parenting website
Instructor: Tara Rachel Jones & Kirsten Carr
Location: Online
Simplicity Parenting is an approach founded by Kim John Payne, Therapist and Parent Educator. Its emphasis is on helping parents reframe the idea of discipline as it relates to the needs of children based on their phase of development. The key component in the first 9 years is establishing the Governor Principal, a time of laying down the foundational bedrocks of family values. Join like-minded parents in an 8-week journey towards step-by-step doable changes that bring more harmony towards balance in meeting day to day challenges in parenting.
In this series, we’ll support and guide you through the process of:
- Creating boundaries based on family values.
- Helping your child develop impulse control.
- Learning “creative compliance”.
- Managing your child’s display of overwhelm.
- Learning to lead children in creative, positive ways, which will help to strengthen their character and your overall relationship with them.
Each online series has: Video topic with Founder of Simplicity Parenting, Kim John Payne and meaningful discussion facilitated by Certified Simplicity Parenting Group Leaders with decades of experience as Educators. Learn More about the Parent Gathering Here
Simplicity Parenting Discipline & Guidance: The Tween Years
Dates: Thursdays, September 26, October 3, 10, 17 & 24
Time: 8:00-9:15pm
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $230 (6 Wks) *Additional $39 Materials Fee due to Simplicity Parenting website )
Instructor: Tara Rachel Jones
Location: Online
Simplicity Parenting is an approach founded by Kim John Payne, Therapist and Parent Educator. Its emphasis is on helping parents reframe the idea of discipline as it relates to the needs of children based on their phase of development. The Tween Years (ages 9-14) is a time of wondrous and complex transition that presents many challenges for parents and caregivers. In this 6-week series, we will discover and cultivate how the Gardener Principle offers a creative and meaningful outlook in our relationships with this distinctive Middle School bridge.
We’ll guide you in the process of:
- Pruning your family garden to bring out the best in your Tween and to gently help them with challenges.
- Learning to grow in connection with your Tween by taking more time to listen.
- Respectful Communication.
- How to help your Tween take into consideration the Needs of Others as they form their ideas and plans.
- Growing your parenting gesture to one of taking in their input while still being a loving, kind authority.
Each online series has: Video topic with Founder of Simplicity Parenting, Kim John Payne and meaningful discussion facilitated by Certified Simplicity Parenting Group Leaders with decades of experience as Educators. Learn More about the Parent Gathering Here
Simplicity Parenting Discipline & Guidance: The Teen Years
Dates: Thursdays, January 16-February 27 (No Class 2/20)
Time: 8:00-9:15pm
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $230 (6 Wks) *Additional $39 Materials Fee due to Simplicity Parenting website)
Instructor: Tara Rachel Jones,
Location: Online
Simplicity Parenting is an approach founded by Kim John Payne, Therapist and Parent Educator. Parents discover the wise and reliable Guide Principle. Teens are moving into finding their place and purpose. The guide serves as a compass for the teen.
We’ll guide you in the process of:
- Understanding the unique needs of Teen development.
- Supporting you to be a guide for your Teens as they navigate and explore the outer world in discovering their joys, passions, interests, place in the world and life purpose.
- Supporting your Teen in developing meaningful and healthy relationships.
- Noticing signs when earlier stages of discipline will help.
Each online series has: Video topic with Founder of Simplicity Parenting, Kim John Payne and meaningful discussion facilitated by Certified Simplicity Parenting Group Leaders with decades of experience as Educators. Learn More about the Parent Gathering Here
Stable Mates
Dates: Wednesdays, September 11-October 16
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Who: Ages 16+
Fee: $345
Location: Mango Bay Equestrian Center, 255 Davis Rd, Bedford
Instructors: Ruby Dunlea & Kerry Bosman
This program is perfect for the first time equestrian or experienced riders alike. A safe and fun atmosphere geared towards learning correct and thoughtful ways to work with horses!
Here at Mango Bay Equestrian, we promote learning how to communicate with our horses safely, effectively and kindly on the ground before hopping in the saddle. Class will be 75 minutes if we have 4 or more registered.
During this six-class series you will learn:
- How to safely work around horses
- How to communicate with horses through body language
The coordination of leading, sending and drawing
Understanding movements and thoughts of a prey animal
The cues behind a horse’s different postures, facial expressions and gestures
- How to groom
- A basic understanding of how to prepare a horse to carry a rider
- How to create a respectful and thoughtful relationship to prepare for riding
What you need:
- Hard-toed shoes
- Weather appropriate attire
- A positive attitude!
Mass certified Riding Instructors, groundwork gurus, horse behavior and equine relationship fanatics
For more info: https://mangobayequestrian.com/
Understanding Home Wi-Fi
Date: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $25
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Rod Gregoire
Wi-Fi has become an essential utility in the home, almost as important as electricity, plumbing, and heating/air conditioning. Nearly every electronic device you buy for your home today comes with Wi-Fi built in. If your Wi-Fi doesn't work well, your house won't work well.
This course will teach you the basics of home networking and Wi-Fi and ways to improve it. We will cover important topics such as: What are the basic components of your home network and Wi-Fi? What is the difference between internet service and Wi-Fi? How to improve your home's Wi-Fi, How to secure your home Wi-Fi, Simple troubleshooting techniques, Ways to save money on your internet/cable/monthly phone bill. About Our Instructor: Rod Gregoire is the owner of Merrimack Valley Wi-Fi Pros, a Chelmsford based business. He has worked in hi-tech for 30+ years specializing in designing, building, and delivering high performance computer networking systems. Rod utilizes his extensive experience in computer networking to deliver exceptional Wi-Fi for his customers.
Yoga: Slow Flow Vinyasa
Dates: Tuesdays, September 10-October 22
Time: 9:00-10:00am
Who: Ages 15+
Fee: $110 (6 Wks)
Instructor: Fernanda Nyland
Location: Brick Building, 97 School St, Carlisle
Vinyasa Flow yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breath. The Vinyasa practice becomes a moving meditation that creates strength, freedom and fluidity in the body and mind.
Instructor Bio: Fernanda completed her 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training with Cindy Boulter, at Revolution Community Yoga. She will always be a student of the practice, deeply grateful for the loving wisdom her teachers and classmates have shared with her throughout her learning. Enthusiastic and committed to share Yoga and Mindfulness for positive life-long habits for inner peace, relaxation, kindness and focus in a developmentally aligned process. Fernanda also has a certificate in Esthetics from Catherine Hinds Institute and had volunteered to the Cancer Society for 3 years. Yoga has been part of Fernanda's life for over 12 years. It has been a powerful tool, helping her cope with stressful and difficult times in her life, growing stronger, and inspiring her to live each moment more mindfully. Yoga is a philosophy and a series of exercises meant for mental and physical health. In order to experience the most benefits from yoga practice, it requires us to be consciously present in the moment. This is how yoga helps us to be here now, not thinking of the future or holding to our past. Yoga is freedom and release. Fernanda has become passionate about yoga philosophy and the idea of helping others experiencing the same release that has transformed her life in so many ways. Her intention is to spread all this wisdom reaching as many people as possible, hoping they can free their minds while moving their bodies comfortably and completely through a happier life. Fernanda has a humble understanding of the struggles we all have to go through time to time, while walking our beautiful paths in life. She desires to share this amazing sense of peace, joy and gratitude that she has experienced through her practice of yoga and meditation. Fernanda's classes are a connection of alignment based flow sequences, where each posture should help release tension bringing energy to the mind and body. She strives to have her students stepping off the mat feeling refreshed, enlightened, nourished, and balanced.
Zumba® Fitness – Take the Work out of your Workout!
Dates: Mondays
Session I: September 23, 30, October 7, 21, 28 (No Class 10/14)
*Note: 10/21 will be held in the Brick Building, 97 School St.
Session II: November 4, 18, 25, December 2, 9, 16 (No Class 11/11)
Session III: January 6, 13, 27, February 3, 10 (No Class 1/20) (Make-Up 2/24)
Session IV: March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14
Session V: April 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2, 9 (No Class 5/26)
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: Sessions I and III: $50 (5 Classes)
Sessions II, IV, V: $60 (6 Classes)
Instructor: Donna Johnson
Location: Exercise Room, Carlisle School
Ditch the workout. Join the party! Zumba® is a dance-based fitness program that provides a great cardio workout set to fun, motivating Latin and international music. This one-hour class will mix low-intensity and high-intensity moves to stretch, sculpt, and tone your muscles while efficiently burning calories. The class is appropriate for all fitness levels. No previous dance or Zumba® experience is required. Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. With Zumba®, working out has never been so fun! Once you register, the instructor will send an invitation via email.