Relax into Writing with Mimi Cross

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 9:30 – 10:45am

October 2 - December 18 (No class November 6 OR November 27)

Would you like to reduce stress? Do you want to grow your creativity? If so, this 75 minute class taught by published author and certified yoga instructor, Mimi Cross, is for you! We begin Relax into Writing with a centering warm up consisting of gentle stretches and attention to breath, followed by a guided 15 to 20-minute deep relaxation meditation. In this state of relaxation and body awareness, we learn how to sense blocks within the body through a technique called scanning. After the body scan, we transition from relaxing to writing, with the intention of transforming blocks into stories. If you write, or want to write, learning how to translate the tension and tightness you are holding in your body into new creative treasures will totally transform your creative process!

When time allows, participants will be invited to share their writing, however, sharing is not required!

Materials needed: 1 full size 8×10 or 8×11 notebook. A favorite pen or pencil.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing, and feel free to bring a blanket or cushion.

No previous experience with meditation or creative writing necessary!

10 CLASSES: Members: $200, Non-members: $220

SEPTEMBER SESSION Yoga with Mimi Cross

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Saturdays: 8:30 am – 9:30 am (4 classes)

September 7 - September 28

This gentle but stimulating Yoga class will allow individuals of all levels and fitness experiences to engage in the practice of Yoga. Yoga is an ancient form of full body exercise that focuses on core strength, balance, control, and breath. Exercises can be modified for injuries and all bodies. No previous experience required. Please bring a mat.

4 CLASSES: Members: $70, Non-members: $80

SEPTEMBER SESSION Yoga + 25 MINUTE MEDITATION PERIOD

Saturdays: 8:30 am – 9:55 am (4 classes)

September 7 - September 28

Mimi’s excellent weekly class PLUS an additional guided deep meditation and relaxation period.

4 CLASSES: Members: $100, Non-members: $110

FALL SESSION Yoga with Mimi Cross

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Saturdays: 8:30 am – 9:30 am (10 classes)

October 5 - December 14 (No class October 19)

This gentle but stimulating Yoga class will allow individuals of all levels and fitness experiences to engage in the practice of Yoga. Yoga is an ancient form of full body exercise that focuses on core strength, balance, control, and breath. Exercises can be modified for injuries and all bodies. No previous experience required. Please bring a mat.

10 CLASSES: Members: $175, Non-members: $190

FALL SESSION Yoga + 25 MINUTE MEDITATION PERIOD

Saturdays: 8:30 am – 9:55 am (10 classes)

October 5 - December 14 (No class October 19) |

Mimi’s excellent weekly class PLUS an additional guided deep meditation and relaxation period.

10 CLASSES: Members: $250, Non-members: $265

NEW! Adult Improv with Trish Tyler

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays 7:00 – 9:00pm

November 11 – December 16

Would you like to reduce stress while having a blast? Do you want to grow your creativity? If so, this twohour improv class taught by renowned improv performer instructor, Trish Tyler, is for you! Come learn how to use scene work and group exercises to explore the joy of improvisation. Be more confident, and trusting on stage. Learn classic games and trust yourself, all while making people laugh and having a lot of fun! Whether you’ve never done improv before, or you’d like to revisit the fundamentals from another perspective in an inclusive, safe, and fun environment, this class is for you!

This class culminates in an informal live performance on December 16 for friends and family!

Wear loose, comfortable clothing | No previous improv experience necessary

6 CLASSES: Members: $210, Non-members: $225

NEW! Adult Ballet with Njelama Dacas Johnson

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 7:00 – 8:00 pm

September 25 – December 18 (No class November 6 or November 27)

This adult Ballet class led by Njelama Dacas Johnson will allow individuals of all levels and prior experience to engage in the art of ballet. Geared for the adult ballet student, this class will explore the art of ballet through ballet barre, center floor, and across the floor exercises, placing emphasis on alignment, breath, centering, and balance.

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: Members: $160, Non-members: $175

NEW! Adult Modern with Njelama Dacas Johnson

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Thursdays: 7:00 –8:00 pm

September 26 – December 19 (No class October 31 OR November 7 OR November 28)

This fun and exploratory class is the perfect opportunity for adults to engage in the art of modern dance and movement. Under the expert instruction of Njelama Dacas Johnson, students will be introduced and build upon the fundamental building blocks of modern dance technique and movement concepts. Students will grow their technical ability as well as discover improvisation and choreography experiences, also placing emphasis on flexibility, balance, and coordination and working collaboratively with one another.

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

9 CLASSES: Members: $145, Non-members: $160

NEW! Adult Jazz and Musical Theater with Marissa Finkelstein

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 8:00 - 9:00 pm

October 9 – December 18 (no class November 6)

A perfect class for musical theater performers or new adult dance students (who love Broadway and want to learn the many different styles from their favorite shows. Learn how to pick up combinations quickly and perform them with confidence!

Wear comfortable clothes and ballet slippers/jazz shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: Members: $160, Non-members: $175

NEW! Adult Tap with Marissa Finkelstein

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays: 7:30 - 8:30 pm

September 30 – December 16 (no class October 14 OR November 4)

A highly energetic class in the timeless art of Tap. Under the skilled instruction of Marissa Finkelstein beginning and intermediate adult students will have a blast while learning and improving foundational rhythms and classic combinations, in a variety of tap styles from Broadway to Rhythm and Contemporary Tap.

Wear comfortable clothes and tap shoes. We may have extra shoes!

10 CLASSES: Members: $160, Non-members: $175

NEW! Intro to Drawing for Seniors with Gianna Manzardo

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 10:30 - 11:30am

October 2 - December 18 (No class 10/16, 10/23, 11/7) |

Join Gianna Manzardo for this amazing class especially designed for senior adult students (age 55+) new to art or Masters Drawing. Students will learn the important fundamentals of drawing that will form the basis of all art. Materials included.

9 CLASSES: Members: $155, Non-members: $170

NEW! Drawing Skills for Artists with Laura Mandile

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Wednesdays: 11:00 – 1:00pm

September 18 – October 23

The basis for almost any successful work of art is a good composition. You need to create a sketch that draws the viewer’s eye around the entire page. From there, even if you are planning on completing your sketch in another media, you need to understand the values and proportions of your composition.

Lessons will include composition; shading techniques, creating better depth and form; drawing from observation, reference or imagination; gestural drawing of the human form; perspective and more. Classes will focus on pencil drawing, but charcoal and color media such as colored pencil, watercolor pencil and pastel pencil will also be introduced. Subjects may include still life from observation, florals, landscape, animals, portraits or fantasy.

Students will need No.2 or HB pencils, white vinyl and kneaded eraser, sharpener and a good sketchpad.

If you prefer to finish your work as a painting, the last two sessions you should bring your medium of choice.

Some materials will be provided.

6 CLASSES: $185

Fall Evening Painting Workshop with June Wilson

LOCATION: MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER – 36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748

Mondays: 7:00 – 9:00pm

September 16 – October 21

Join artist, June Wilson, for this EVENING Painting Workshop! Adult participants will be taught to use paints (either oil or acrylic) and will be instructed on color, form, and space. Since this is a WORKSHOP, the instruction is individualized. This workshop is for all levels from beginner to professional artists and teachers who come for feedback in an environment conducive to serious study.

6 CLASSES: $120