HOPKINTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM
SPRING / SUMMER 2007
Fitness for Body & Soul
Yoga For Your Back
Svaroopa yoga excels in releasing tension hidden deep in your spine which you may experience as chronic neck pain, limited range of movement, shoulder issues, low back pain or discomfort, numbness or tingling in extremities, general muscle tightness, poor posture, chronic headaches, TMJ or aches in legs or joints.Yoga for Your Back is gentle with a soothing benefitto all parts of your body and a relaxing effect on the mind to help you develop your mind-body connection to alleviate your pain or discomfort. Join registered yoga instructor, Adeline Alex owner of Yoga of the Heart, at her Holliston studio. This is a 4 session course.
Dates:Mondays, March 26, Apr 2, 9, 16
Time: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. / Cost: $65.00
Location: 770 Washington St. Holliston
T’ai Chi for Beginners
Regardless of your age or fitness level, these gracefully slow simple exercises can improve your physical and mental well-being with movements that slowly stretch and tone your body from head to toe. Join instructor Marcia Soldan, Villari’s Martial Arts T’ai Chi instructor and learn Level 1 of the modified Yang style T’ai Chi form. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. This is an 8 week class. Select the morning or evening schedule.
Dates: Mondays Apr 23 – June 11
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.Hopkinton Town Common (outdoors!)
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.HopkinsSchool Cafeteria
Cost: $65.00
Strength & Flexibility Yoga
Join instructors Ellen Dougherty and Kristine Maselli of Hopkinton-based Absolute Yoga,for an advanced beginner/intermediate-level yoga class designed to build a balanced, deeper and mindful yoga practice. This class will include longer-held floor and balancing postures benefiting the health and flexibility of the joints,with an emphasis on postures that build core strength and endurance. Room is mildly heated. Bring a yoga mat & towel for this 7-week course.
Dates: Tuesdays, March 6 – April 24 (no class 4/17)
Time:9:30 – 10:30 a.m. / Cost: $87.50
Location: 77 WestMain St., 2nd floor, Hopkinton
Yoga Flow
Experience the rich benefits of yoga with this therapeutic and balanced yoga practice for advanced beginners, continuing practitioners, as well as anyone with specific injuries or challenges. Join instructor Dana Laquidara at Hopkinton-based Absolute Yoga for a class emphasizing healthy alignment, mindful movement, stability and conscious breathing to nourish integration of body, mind, and spirit. This is an adv.-beginner to intermediate level class. Room is mildly heated. Bring a yoga mat & towel for this 7-week course.
Dates: Sundays, March 11 – April 29 (no class 4/8)
Time:9:30 – 10:30 a.m. / Cost: $87.50
Location: 77 West Main St., 2nd floor, Hopkinton
Fitness for Body & Soul
Om Pilates (Yoga & Pilates)
Join instructor Kristine Maselli owner of Hopkinton-based Absolute Yoga for a dynamic blend of Slow Flow Yoga and Pilates into a single core-building class. Pilates offers a functional approach to strength and flexibility training with exercises created to strengthen abdominal and back muscles while developing pelvic stability and abdominal control. Yoga encourages mindful breathing, concentration, and centering while fostering strength and flexibility through yoga postures. The combination of Pilates and Yoga facilitates these body/mind principles in a relaxing atmosphere. All levels. Room is mildly heated. Bring a yoga mat & towel for this 8-week course.
Dates: Tuesdays, March 6 – April 24
Time:6:15 – 7:15 p.m. / Cost: $100.00
Location: 77 WestMain St., 2nd floor, Hopkinton
Health & Wellness
You Are What You Eat
Instructor,Hopkinton resident, Kathleen Mosher, Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach andco-owner of High Performance Health aboutthe importance of the food choices we make. The class will focus on current issues such as: organic foods vs. conventional foods, transfats and artificial sweeteners. Also, practical tips onseeking economically and environmentally healthier foods
Date: March 12 or April 4 (pick either date)
Time: 7:00-9:00
Cost: $20.00
Location: Hopkinton High School Room TBD
HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid & CPR
Juanita Allen, Wilderness EMT and Director of Community Health Education, Century Health Systems, teaches how to manage illness and injuries in a child in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. Topics covered will include First Aid Basics, Medical Emergencies, Injury Emergencies, Environmental Emergencies, and CPR. This course is intended for who have a duty to respond to a first aid emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements. Great for parents, Scout Leaders, Coaches Teachers and Child Care Providers. This class is for ages 16 to Adult.Choose one Class Date.
Dates: WedMar. 28, Apr. 11, May 16 or June 6
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $75.00
Location: Hopkinton Middle School Room 257
The Creative Side
Painting Class
Come unleash your creativity and join award-winning artist, Bill Robinsonas he guides you through the basics of Painting. Students will be instructed in their chosen medium painting with oils, acrylics, watercolors, or pastels to the completion of one or more pieces by the end of the course. Have fun while developing new skills. All experience levels are welcome. This is an 8 week course.
Dates: Mondays March 19 – May 14 (no class Apr.16)
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Location: HHS Room C204
Cost:$85.00
Introduction to Ceramics
JoinAnn Rainey, Hopkinton HS Art teacher,and learn basic techniques including forming with pinching, coiling, slab construction and preliminary wheel throwing. Students will also explore surface decoration, under glazes, slips and much more to make vases, mugs and bowls. All experience levels are welcome. Students with prior clay experience can further their knowledge in this course. All work will be low or mid-fired in an electric kiln. This is a 5 week course.
Dates: ThursdaysMar. 8, 15, 22, April 5 and 12
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.Location: HHS Room C202
Cost: $120.00 (includes cost of materials)
Stamp Art Gifts
Join instructorMarcy Armsmaking beautiful hand stamped gifts. Are you looking for something unique and different to give for Mother’s Day, Teachers or Birthday Gifts? If so, this class is for you. You will be creating 3 hand stamped gifts. Your recipients will say WOW!
All materials are included in the course fee.
Date: Thursday, April 26
Time:7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Location: HHS Room C204
Cost: $30.00 ($50.00 for Gift and Card Class)
Stamp Art All Occasion Cards
Join instructorMarcy Armsand learn how to create beautiful hand stamped cards. In this class you will create 10 cards using basic rubberstamping techniques and embellishments. You will learn how easy and quick it is to create your own beautiful cards and never have to send a store-bought card again. This class is for the beginner who wants to learn to stamp and the more advanced Stamper looking for new, ‘easy to create’ ideas.
All materials are included in the course fee.
Date: Thursday, March 22
Time:7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Location: HHS Room C204
Cost: $30.00 ($50.00 for Gift and Card Class)
SAT TEST PREP
Revolution Prep
is among the leadingSAT test prep programscustomizing each student’s experience with personalized homework, individual attention, and online support tools.HS students relate well with Revolution Prep instructorswho are recent graduatesoftopcolleges and universities, are high scoring test achievers selected for their ability to reduce test anxiety and helpteens reach their score improvement goals. Register for this class online at
Prepare for May 5th or June 2nd, 2007 SAT test!
Date / Day / Time / MeetingMar 17 / Sat / 9:00AM-1:00PM / Diagnostic Exam
Mar 20 / Tue / 6:00PM-9:00PM / Class One
Mar 24 / Sat / 9:00AM-1:00PM / Exam Two
Mar 27 / Tue / 6:00PM-9:00PM / Class Two
Mar 31 / Sat / 9:00AM-1:00PM / Exam Three
Apr 3 / Tue / 6:00PM-9:00PM / Class Three
Apr 7 / Sat / 9:00AM-1:00PM / Exam Four
Apr 10 / Tue / 6:00PM-9:00PM / Class Four
Apr 24 / Tue / 6:00PM-9:00PM / Class Five
Apr 28 / Sat / 9:00AM-1:00PM / Exam Five
May 1 / Tue / 6:00PM-9:00PM / Class Six
Location:HopkintonHigh School
Room TBD
Cost: $499.00 per student.
* unlimited scholarships available thru Revolution Prep
Register online:
Or call: 1 877 REV- PREP
Babysitting Certification
BLAST - Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training
Join Juanita Allen, EMT & Director of Community Health & Wellness at Century Health Systems(Natick) for a 4 hour National Safety Council class.Students will learn how to start their babysitting career, the basics of baby care, first aid and accident prevention. Students who attend this class will earn a 2 year CPR certification. This 1-day class is open to Middle School boys and girls ages 12 – 14. Register for either date.
Dates: Thursday, Mar. 22 or TuesdayApril 24
Time: 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $75.00
Location: Hopkinton Middle School Room 257
Drivers Education Classes for Teens
TeachersDriving Academy (formerly Chandler & Viscardi) provides the required30 hrs. classroom instruction for students under age 18. Minimum age required: 15 years, 10 months.
Choose one session and include the Session # on the registration form.
Cost: $85.00
SPRING /SUMMER CLASS SCHEDULES
Location: Hopkinton High School Room A208 & 209
Session 4: Mar. 5, 8, 12, 14, 15, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 29, 2, 4, 5, 9 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Session 5: Apr. 23, 25, 26, 30, May 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, 21, 24, 30 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
SPRING VACATIONCLASS
April 16 - 20
Mon (time TBD), Tues thru Fri. 8:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Location: First Congregational Church of Hopkinton
146 East Main Street
SUMMER SCHEDULE
June 25 – June 29 / July 9 - 13 / August 6 -10
Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Location: HopkintonHigh School Room TBD
Email now to reserve your spot. Classes fill quickly!
CLUB INVENTION™
Club Invention™ is a nationally acclaimed program filled with activities that foster creativity, teamwork and inventive thinking for children entering grades
1 – 6. This unique, highly inventive experience was created in partnership with the United States Patent Office and the National Invention Hall of Fame Foundation and is facilitated by education professionals selected for their creative abilities. In summer 2005, 45 Hopkinton children experienced Club Invention. Feedback from kids and parents exceeded all expectations. Truly an awesome experience!
Date: Monday – Friday, August 6 – 10
Time:9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $255.00 ($20 discount if register by Mar.15)
Location:HopkintonMiddle School
Get more information and/or Register Online
800 968 4332
The Business Corner
Creative Mortgage Options – FREE SEMINAR
Join Hopkinton resident Kim Muscatello, Sr. Mortgage Consultant, Prime Mortgage FinancialInc. of Southboro for an informative seminar on creative options, common mortgage myths and ways to effectively maximize and leverage your assets and credit. Free booklet “Understanding Your Credit Score” will be given to allseminar attendees.Choose the date that works for you.
Dates: Tues, March 27; Tues April 17; Thurs. May 10; Thurs. June 7. Call for other Summer Seminar dates.
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: none
Location: Hopkinton HS Room TBD