A trip to pottery studios in Seagrove, adult piano lessons, and fitness classes that range from belly dancing to Pilates are on the March calendar of programs organized by Davidson Parks & Recreation.

Here’s the full announcement:

Davidson Parks and Recreation department is pleased to announce the following programs for March 2010. Pre-registration is required. Register for programs online at www.ci.davidson.nc.us or call our office at 704/892-3349. Please note that all programs are held at the Parks and Recreation office unless otherwise noted. We are located at 416 Armour Street, Davidson, NC.

All programs are held at the Parks and Recreation office, 416 Armour Street, unless otherwise noted. All trips will depart from the Parks and Recreation office.

Spring 2010- Recreation Program Schedule

Adult Trips
Harry James Orchestra, Catawba College
“Great music is still around- you just have to know where to look for it. If you are longing for the greatest popular music of the 20th century, you’ve come to the right place. The group, along with the talented vocalist Barbara Rosene, features show tunes, standards, love songs, and music from the golden age of swing.”
Day: Saturday
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Date: March 13 (Includes transportation and ticket)
Fee: $30.00

Seagrove Pottery
Seagrove- Join us on a trip to visit one of the largest communities of potters with the longest continual history of pottery making in the U.S. There are more than 100 potters who offer pottery and ceramic art. We will stop for lunch and shop a variety of potters in the area. Please let us know if there is a particular artist you are interesting in seeing on the trip.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Date: March 23
Fee: $25.00 (Includes transportation and ticket)

Adult Sports Trips
The Town of Davidson and Broach Sports Tours have partnered to offer sports trips. Please contact Broach Sports Tours at 1-800-849-6345 to make your reservatioins. Identify yourself with the Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation Department when making your reservation.

Yankees Weekend #1
See three New York Yankee games, one at Baltimore’s Camden Yards and two in the new Yankee stadium.
Dates: June 10 – 13
Fee: $688.00/pp

Classic Northeast Mini Tour
Visit Camden Yards, Yankee Stadium, Cooperstown, NY, Fenway Park, Citi-Field, and Philadelphia
Dates: July 1 – 7
Fee: $1,275.00/pp

Fourth of July Braves Weekend
Watch the Braves take on the Florida Marlins at Turner Field while celebrating our nation’s birthday watching our national pastime.
Dates: July 3 – 4
Fee: $219.00/pp

Back to the Future #2
Catch games in Washington, DC; Citi-Field, visit Cooperstown; and Yankee Stadium.
Dates: August 13 – 17
Fee: $895.00/pp

NASCAR Fall Bristol Package
Three days and two nights to watch the Irwin Tools 500 Sprint Cup and the Nationwide race, package includes a tailgate dinner.
Dates: August 20 – 22
Fee: $495.00/pp

Bristol Stimulus Package
One day trip on a deluxe motorcoach with a tour host. Watch the Irwin Tools 500 Sprint Cup Race and enjoy a pre-race tailgate BBQ dinner.
Date: August 22
Fee: $199.00/pp

Please identify your self with the Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation Department when making your reservations. Participants on the baseball and NASCAR trips will receive a 5% discount off of these advertised fees. Participants on the Scotland Golf Package will receive a $100.00 discount for mentioning the Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation Department. Amounts equal to the discounted amount will be donated to the Town of Davidson Parks and Recreation Department youth scholarship fund to ensure recreational opportunities for all youth in the Davidson community.

Adult Activities
50+ Coffee Club
Come and spend your Wednesday mornings in a relaxing and social environment! Meet old and new friends. Coffee, games, newspapers, and pastries provided. No registration required, just show up!
Day: Wednesday
Time: drop in between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: Ongoing program
Fee: Free
Age: 50 and up

Adult Beginning Piano
Ever dreamed of playing the piano……? It is never too late. Make your dream a reality. Have fun learning how to play the piano at Lessons On The Lake. The adult beginner will learn how to play familiar songs and learn basic music theory in this program!
Day: Thursday
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Date: March 18 – May 6
Fee: 195.00 (8 weeks- includes piano lesson book)
Location: Lessons on the Lake, Davidson
Instructor:  Valerie Kasmir
 
Basic-Intermediate Photography 
Bring your digital camera to class to learn camera operation, exposure control, lighting, composition, and how to be creative with your photography.  
Day: Monday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: March 15 – 29
Fee: $95.00
Instructor: Dana Pianowski

Dancing – Shag
In proper character, shag is a smooth, graceful dance with an emphasis on footwork rather than on turns.  The shag is a slotted swing dance that shares many figures with “jitterbug,” east coast swing, and west coast swing.
Day: Thursday
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Date: April 1 – May 6
Fee: $65.00
Location: Havana Ballroom & Banquet

Davidson Senior Scholars
The Davidson Senior Scholars was formed to provide programs that stimulate continual intellectual and cultural growth. The general format of the meetings is that of lecture followed by question and answer. The speakers are experts in their fields and may include Davidson college professors, local physicians, and business professionals. Programs are free. Monthly meetings take place from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at the Parks and Recreation office.  Upcoming topics include Music in Movies, Economics, Elder Law, etc. Check www.ci.davidson.nc.us for an updated listing of our speakers.

Toastmaster’s in Davidson
For business, PTA, entrepreneurs, church leaders….Since 1924 Toastmaster’s has helped millions to improve communication skills in a fun environment, learn to speak better on your feet, prepare speeches and deliver them, successfully manage the fear of public speaking, develop and improve leadership skills, improve presentations, expand people skills, discover and develop hidden talents, and learn to give and receive supportive evaluations.
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Date: On-going program
Registration and Information: Anette Powell, 704-655-7479 or anettepowell@aol.com

Health and Fitness Series
KICK UP YOUR HEELS and your fitness training results with Davidson Parks & Rec this Spring!  We’ve got hot new additions to our fitness and wellness offerings along with your favorite classes returning.                

Beginning Pilates
A strong core/abs is the essence of fitness. Using light weights, bands, and Pilates technique, increase flexibility and strength, decrease back pain, and feel better all over. A good class for those just starting exercise.
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:25 p.m.
Date: March 3 – 24 or March 31 – April 28 (no class on April 7)
Fee: $30.00 (4 weeks)
Instructor: Sandra McQueen

Bellydancing
Express yourself, energize, synergize, with a 20-year veteran of this beautiful ancient art form. No previous dance experience required. All ages and fitness levels welcome! A good class for those just starting exercise. Dance your way to a new you!
Day: Wednesday
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:25 p.m.
Date: March 3 – 24 or March 31 – April 28 (no class on April 7)
Fee: $30.00 (4 weeks)
Instructor: Sandra McQueen

Stretch and Strengthen
Work with a certified personal trainer to develop a routine you can do at home with little or no expense, equipment. By alternating stretching and strength excercises, you can maximize muscle efficiency and improve all around fitness. Small class, individual attention. Modifications given for all levels of fitness.
Day: Monday
Time: 5:30 pm. – 6:25 p.m.
Date: March 1 – 22 or March 29 – April 26 (no class on April 5)
Fee: $30.00 (4 weeks)
Instructor: Sandra McQueen

Zumba
Ditch the workout and join the party! Rev up your cardio, burn 400+ calories with the latest latin-dance based fitness class. No previous dance experience necessary. Class follows prescribed formula which is easy to learn and follow. Bring a towel and water. Dance your way to a new you!
Day: Monday
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:25 p.m.
Date: March 1 – 22 or March 29 – April 26 (no class on April 5)
Fee: $30.00 (4 weeks)
Instructor: Sandra McQueen

Gentle Vinyasa
A combination of relaxing yoga poses that gently stretch and strengthen muscles. Linking breath with movement.
Day: Monday
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: March 8 – April 12 or April 19 – May 31 (no class on Memorial Day)
Fee: $60.00 (6 weeks)
Location: Community Yoga, Cornelius

Gentle Yoga
Come to create balance and peace in your life by stretching muscles that you never knew you had.  As we begin to strengthen and open the body through these postures, asana, we also encourage concentration, find inner stillness, perseverance, patience, and self-acceptance, which, will benefit our mind and overall health.
Day: Friday
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Date: March 12 – April 23 (no class on Good Friday) or April 30 – June 4
Fee: $60.00 (6 weeks)
Location: Community Yoga, Cornelius

Pre Natal Yoga
Meet other soon to be mothers in a calm, caring, and supportive environment.  Adapt to your changing body; learn specific breathing techniques, meditation, and relaxation exercises that may support you through your labor.  Occasional guest speakers and educational topics included.  You are invited to join the Pre-Natal after your first trimester. A Doctors note is required.
Day:           Tuesday or Thursday 
Time           7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Date:          March 9 – April 15
Fee:            $60.00 (6 weeks 1x per week but can rotate between Tues or Thurs)
Location:     Community Yoga, Cornelius

Subtle Yoga 
Subtle Yoga postures are accessible to most people, adaptable to most abilities, and help you:
Improve circulation, flexibility and mobility
Establish better body mechanics to prevent injuries
Correct maladaptive movement patterns that cause bad posture, discomfort or pain
Balance your physical and mental energy levels to improve overall health
Release emotionally-charged holding patterns lodged in the physical body
Enhance emotional well being, which in turn improves your physical health
Day: Wednesday 
Time:  6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Date: March 10 – April 14
Fee: $60.00
Location:    Community Yoga, Cornelius

Semi-Private Personal Training at Davidson Snap Fitness
Today’s hectic lifestyles mean you don’t have time to waste on ineffective exercise routines. Personal trainers help maximize your time by providing workouts designed to meet your goals quickly and efficiently. Our certified personal trainers will lead a small group through an intense total body workout, 2-3x weekly for 5 week sessions.  Expect quick results from routines that encompass the three key areas of fitness—cardio, strength and flexibility. More and more people, both novice and veteran exercisers, are working with personal trainers because they offer a practical and affordable means of getting and staying healthy. Personal instruction ensures proper technique, safety, injury avoidance, and the best results. Get all the benefits of a certified personal trainer at a fraction of the cost! Indoor/Outdoor weather permitting.
 Day: Monday and Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 a.m.
Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Date: March 15 – April 16 or April 19 – May 21
Fee: (10) One Hour Classes- $155.00
(15) Half Hour Classes- $155.00
Instructors: Heidi Nyquist (1 hour class) and Marie Rockwood (1/2 hour class)
Location: Snap Fitness, Davidson

Adult Art Classes
Glass Painting
This is a two night class held on Wednesday nights. Learn the art of painting on glass. You will learn about different types of glass paints techniques and designs. Bring any type of glassware you would like to paint on, a few paint brushes, any design ideas and be prepared to make beautiful glass.
Instructor will provide paints, some brushes, ideas and other items needed.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Date: March 9 – 16
Fee: $60.00
Instructor: Brooke Powell

Floor Cloths
This is a two night class held on Wednesdays. Painting floor cloths is a great introduction to creating beautiful durable rugs for your floors that are one of a kind works of art.  You will learn about different materials you can use to create beautiful floor cloths. Bring paint brushes and design ideas. Instructor will provide paint, some brushes, ideas, different types of floor-cloth materials. You will leave the class with one completed floor cloth and other sample floor cloths on different materials.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Date: March 23 – 30
Fee: $100.00
Instructor: Brooke Powell

Drawing for Beginners
This is a great class for any adult that has always wanted to learn to draw but has always been afraid. We will start from the beginning and learn to see and visualize how most artist do. You will learn perspective and other techniques that will take the fear out of learning to draw. It will give you confidence to go forward and hopefully to inspire you to explore other artistic avenues. This class is recommended for beginners. Bring a sketch book, drawing pencils, ruler, and a white drawing eraser all other materials will be provided.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Date: April 13 – May 18
Fee: $90.00
Instructor: Brooke Powell

Watercolor with Jim Kerr
The goal of this course is to provide students with a roadmap to successful watercolor painting which will include: landscapes, seascapes, still life and portraits. Learn various techniques and applications.
Day: Thursday or Saturday
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: March 4 – 27, April 8 – May 1, or May 6 – 29 (make up class offered for Memorial Day weekend)
Fee: $80.00

Ikebana Flower Arranging with Carol Cook
Learn the art of Ikebana, Japanese Flower Arranging.
Day: Monday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date: March 1 – 22 or April 5 – 26
Fee: $50.00

Family Activities
Dog Training Class – Basic Home Manners with Elaine Allman
This class will teach Basic Manners every dog should know such as: Attention, Sit, Down, and Stay. All dogs welcome. Dogs must be current on all vaccinations and rabies vaccinations. Please bring vaccination records.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Date: March 30 – May 4
Fee: $75.00
Age: Puppies to Adult Dogs
Location: Fisher Farm Park, Davidson

Dog Training Class – Canine Good Citizen with Elaine Allman
Teach your dog to be a Canine Good Citizen and take them with you on vacation, to the park, to the store, etc…..  So, you can enjoy your time together and make lots of happy pawsitive memories!
This class is only for the dogs that have completed the Basic Home Manners Class.  We teach how to greet a friendly stranger and a friendly stranger with a dog.  Learn to walk on loose leash as directed through a crowd.  Teach stay and come at a distance.  Learn how to work with your dog in distractions.  The dogs Must already know sit, down, stay, come when called and walking on loose leash.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Date: March 30 – May 4
Fee: $75.00
Age: Puppies to Adult Dogs
Location: Fisher Farm Park, Davidson

Youth Activities
Explore! Artist Apprentice After School Art Camp
This Explore! Art class will give you a look into the life and artistic style of many different Famous artists.
You will be learning to do illustrations in the “style of” the different artist and begin to feel how each artist expressed their own personal art style through their own personal technique. We all have different ways of expressing ourselves through artwork- this class will leave room for each student to develop and express their own personal style.
Day: Thursday
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Date: March 18 – May 27 (10 weeks)
Fee: $150.00
Grade: 2-5

Cartoon Craze After School Camp
SpongeBob, Spiderman, Bolt and much more await your budding cartoonist. Discover how to make characters come to life by drawing your favorites (while also learning a little art and cartoon history along the way)! Using step-by- step instruction and simple easy to understand basic shapes and lines, we will have you drawing the classics in no time, as you learn tricks of the trade and artist secrets that make your drawings look professional, like a real cartoonist. While an artistic eye is a must, no prior drawing lessons are required.
Day: Thursday
Time: 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Date: March 18 – May 27 (10 weeks)
Fee: $150.00
Grade: K – 3

Fun with Clay
This is a 4 week class for 2-5 grade We will use all different types of clays to make items from beads to pots to sculpture. Some weeks may be messier than others. Explore a different type of clay and clay technique each week. 
Day: Monday
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Date: March 8 – 29
Fee: $65.00
Grade: 2 – 5
Instructor: Brooke Powell

Preschool Activities
Pre-School Art with Explore!
Your child is never too young to develop their creativity! Children learn our step-by-step Explore method, which teaches them how to transform simple shapes into great art. Emphasis is placed on refining the student’s motor skills, encouraging their independence, and improving their ability to take instruction, make shapes and apply color.
Day: Thursday
Time: 2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Date: March 4 – 25
Fee: $65.00
Age: 4 – 5

Frogs and Fairytales
This is a 4 week mommy and me class for preschoolers. We will read different books each week and have an appropriate activity that relates to each book. There will be music, dancing and art and lots of fun.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Date: March 9 – 30
Fee: $60.00
Age: 2 – 4
Instructor: Brooke Powell

Let’s Play Spanish
Have you ever dreamed about learning Spanish but not having the time? Now you have the chance!! Young children and their parents can now learn Spanish through play! Enjoy this unique and educational family fun time together!!
Day: Thursday or Friday
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Date: March 26 – April 23 (no class on April 9) or
May 6 – 27
Fee: $50.00
Age: 2 – 5
Instructor: Abigayl Pansini, LKN Language Academy

Preschool Mad Science- Wacky Weather
Your preschooler will have fun while learning through interactive classes with Mad Science! The themes each week include: weather wonders, water works, sea, sand & surf, ocean animals, ships, and brrr….cold! Learn about weather and create take home items!
Day: Monday
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Date: March 29 – May 10 (no class on April 5)
Fee: $75.00
Age: 4 – 6
Instructor: Mad Science

Home School
Sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Departments of Davidson and Huntersville.
*3 or more registrations per family will receive a 10% discount.

Irish Step Dance with Sarah Fischer
This is an introductory Irish dance class to teach the basic steps of the Irish jib. The instructor is a local teen with over 11 year’s experience who would like to share her love of Irish dance to children.
Day: Wednesday
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Date: March 3 – 24
Fee: $35.00
Age: 7 – 12

Home School Tennis
This is an introductory class for tennis. James Brown, a certified Tennis Instructor with the USPTR, will be teaching basic skills and lessons of the game. Please bring your own racquet if you have one available. All other equipment will be provided.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (ages 5 – 8)
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (ages 9 – 12)
Date: Session 1: March 9 – April 13
Session 2: April 20 – May 25
Fee: $30.00
Age: 5 – 12
Location: Waymer Tennis Court, Huntersville

Home School Play Spanish
PlaySpanish® is a play-based program designed to introduce children, and their families, to the Spanish language and culture thorough games, music, arts, crafts, stories, and many other activities.  The program started in 1997 and currently offers Spanish instruction to over 6300 students throughout the Greater Charlotte area.  To learn more about PlaySpanish®, please visit their web site www.playspanish.com 
Day:       Thursday
Time:     10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (4-7 years)
 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (7-10 years)
Date:      March 11 – June 3 (no class on April 8)
Fee:        $100.00 (12 classes)- all materials included
Location:  Arts & Cultural Center, Huntersville

Therapeutic Recreation Programs
The Towns of Davidson, Cornelius PARC and Huntersville Parks and Recreation Departments have teamed up to offer a variety of Therapeutic Recreation Programs, which uses treatment, leisure education and recreation participation to help people with illnesses, disabilities and other conditions to develop and use their leisure in ways that enhance their health, functional abilities, independence and quality of life.

Youth Programs
Dance and Movement Class
This class is based on the BrainDance theory, which incorporates exercises that stimulate the body through movement. Co-Sponsored by the YMCA and led by dance instructor, Jenny Griffes.
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Date: March 3 – April 14 (no class April 7)
Age: 5 and up
Fee: $40.00
Location: Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center
Register: Contact Jenny Griffes at 704 716-6780

Community Event
2nd Annual Run TOO Overcome 5K & Kids Fun Run
This run benefits the special education program of the CMS North Learning Communities.
Day: Saturday
Time: 8:00 a.m.; kids run to follow
Date: March 6
Fee: 5K Run/Walk: $25.00 (pre), $30.00 (race day)
Kids Run: $15.00 (pre), $20.00 (race day)             
Location: Huntersville Family Fitness & Aquatic Center
Register: www.queencitytiming.com