ADULT


Sign up early…don’t wait until the last minute to register and be disappointed! Most of our classes require at least a minimum of FIVE students in order to run the class. Classes will be canceled FIVE days before the scheduled start date if the minimum enrollment is not met. Remember the rule of FIVE!


Chillin’ & Grillin’ Location: Oak Room Early Bird: $15 Fee: $17M/$19R/$25NR Ages: 18 and up Chef Paul will lead the group in various aspects of Grillin’. Learn side-by-side with Chef Paul on some great secrets of Grillin’ to apply in your backyard cooking. Make your own Grill Rub from regular pantry ingredients and impress your family. During this workshop, participants will learn how to cook and prepare chicken, ribs, pork, beef, vegetables, and fish. Class has a limited number of spaces as this is a hands-on class. Yes, there will be plenty of food sampling too! $7 supply fee per person due at class. 6 - 8pm


Jun 11 M


Salsa & Guacamole Location: Oak Room Early Bird: $10 Fee: $12M/$14R/$18NR Ages: 18 and up Chef Paul will show you how to make healthy and fun Salsas for many different types of delicious dishes. He will use fresh fruits and vegetables and show some great methods to enhance the wonderful flavors these ingredients offer. No class on salsa would be complete unless it also covered a perennial favorite - Guacamole. $5 supplies fee due at class. 6 - 8pm


Jun 25 M


If you’re feeding a baby or tot, don’t miss Chef Paul’s class on making your own healthy baby food on pg. 31!


Earth Day Composting All Ages Learn about composting, including a DIY worm composting bin demonstration. Use your kitchen waste to give your plants a healthy treat or have worms ready for fishing! A fun project for the whole family! Supplies for a compost bin will be available to purchase for $20.00. 5555.011


Apr 22 30 | Classes & Special Interest Sun


How to Coupon Location: Arts II Early Bird: $9 Fee: $10R/$12NR Ages: 18 and up This class will pay for itself on your next shopping experience. Do you want to learn how to cut your grocery bills in half just by using coupons? Would you like to learn the tricks that coupon experts use to get items for FREE? Attend this class to learn the “ins and outs” of coupons. You can’t afford to miss this class! 5106.224 Apr 3


6:30 - 8:30pm Tu


eBay-Basics of Selling Location: PDC Early Bird: $45 Fee: $50M/$55R/$65NR Ages: 18 and up Learn from a long time eBay seller the correct way to sell items on eBay. Avoid beginner’s mistakes that can cost you time and money. If you intend to sell on eBay this class will pay for itself in no time! This interesting two session class will cover all aspects of selling on eBay, from listing the auction to receiving your payment. Students will see an actual live auction placed on eBay. This class is specifically designed for those new to selling on eBay, basic knowledge of computers and the internet is required for success. The instructor is an Educational Specialist trained by eBay and a Canton resident. A $14 materials fee will be collected the first night of class for the student guide handbook. 4689.134


Feb 17 & 24 4689.234 May 4 & 11


6 - 8:30pm F


6 - 8:30pm F


Hantz Financial Planning Seminars Canton Leisure Services has partnered with Hantz Financial to offer free financial planning seminars that are geared to deliver a strong foundation for understanding how to achieve your financial goals. Pre- registration is required for each session. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. FINANCIAL PLANNING 101 7431.270


Feb 28


TAX STRATEGIES 7431.271


Mar 13


PREPARING FOR RETIREMENT 7431.272


WILLS/TRUSTS–ESTATE PLANNING BASICS 7431.272


MARKET WISDOM 7431.274


Summit, PDC M=Summit members, R= Resident, NR=Non-resident


RISK MANAGEMENT 7431.275 Tue


Mar 27 Apr 10 Apr 24 May 8


6:30 – 7:30pm


Karate (Adult) Location: West Gym Early Bird: $45 Fee: $50M/$55R/$65NR Ages: 16 and up Isshinryu Karate is a Okinawa style known for natural stances, rapid punches and kicks. It is easily adapted to any age and body type. Children will develop confidence, mental focus and coordination. Parents may find their child’s academics will improve and they will become more comfortable with a structured environment. http:// americankarateacademyofcanton.webs. com/index.htm. 6:30 - 7:30p 4017.250 4017.251 4017.252 4017.253 4017.254 4017.255


M & Th


Feb 9 - Mar 15 Mar 19 - Apr 26 Apr 30 - Jun 4 Jun 7 - July 16 Jul 19 - Aug 20 Aug 27 - Oct 4


Karate Weapons Location: Maple/Oak Fee: $20M/$22R/$26NR Ages: 10 and up Visit


F our website:


Feb 17 - Mar 16 Mar 23 - Apr 20 Apr 27 - May 18 May 25 - Jun 15 Jun 22 - Jul 20 Jul 27 - Aug 17 Aug 24 - Sep 21


http://


americankarateacademyofcanton.webs. com/inex.htm 6:15 - 7p 4018.230 4018.231 4018.232 4018.233 4018.234 4018.235 4018.236


Fencing (Saturday) - New time! Location: Maple/Oak Room Early Bird: $90 Fee: $99/$110R/$130NR Ages: 10 and up The art of swordplay is available for both the beginner and the continuing student in this 10 week class. If you have ever dreamed of swashbuckling of if you are looking to return to this sport, this class is for you. Each two hour class will consist of footwork drills, a group lesson and free fencing with individual lessons as time permits. Participants will learn at their own pace. Some equipment is available for use by students and you may also purchase your own equipment for an additional fee payable to the instructor. Note: This class is offered to both adults and youth at the same time. 2 - 4pm


Jun 2 - Aug 11 Sa


Interested in teaching a class with Leisure Services? Please email Jason Lombardo at jlombardo@canton-mi.org


Register online at cantonfun.org


Line Dance Location: Maple Room Fee: $6 per day Ages: 18 and up Learn the latest “hot dances” to music such as pop, country, and rock. Line dancing is a fun way to exercise and improve your overall fitness while meeting new people. This class is for individuals both at the beginner level and those looking to kick it up a notch. From 1-1:30 the class will concentrate on Beginner Basics and from 1:30-3:00 new dances will be introduced. No partner needed for this fun filled afternoon dance class. 1- 3pm


(Ongoing Class) Tu


Intermediate Line Dance Location: Maple Room Fee: $7.50 per day Ages: 18 and up Learn the latest “hot dances” to music such as pop, country, and rock. Line dancing is a fun way to exercise and improve your overall fitness while meeting new people. This class is for the intermediate level student to improve upon their dance technique. No partner needed. Rubber-soled shoes are not recommended. 6 - 8pm


(Ongoing Class) Su


Ballroom Dancing Location: Maple/Oak Room Early Bird: $75 per couple Fee: $83R/$99NR per couple Ages: 18 and up Why not dance like the stars? Learn the basics of American Foxtrot, Waltz or Swing. Sway into the romantic Rumba, or the inspiring Mambo, Cha-Cha, or Meringue. Dance selections determined at first night lesson.


8 - 9:30pm Apr 16 - Jun 11 M


Personal Home Style Class Location: Arts II Early Bird: N/A Fee: $65 Ages: 18 and up You may think you know your style, but can you recognize it when shopping? Do you get confused, frustrated, or overwhelmed by so many choices? Do you wonder how decorators can pull a room together so easily? Did you know there are really only 4 basic decorating styles and all other styles come from these four? We’ve taken basic decorating concepts and broke them down into simple guidelines that anyone can understand and follow including examples for you. In this class you’ll create your own personal home style notebook, that we provide, to help guide you with ideas, inspiration, what you like, what you want, budget boundaries, substitutions, and where to shop. This notebook will become your best friend when shopping for your home. Class is taught by Consign and Design of Canton 4545.220 Mar 29


6:30 - 9:30pm Th


4545.221 Jul 26


6:30 - 9:30pm Th


Adult Social Skate Location: Skatin’ Station 8611 Ronda Canton MI 48187


Fee: $25 (no early bird) Ages: 18 and up This class is designed for the skaters who are knowledgeable in basic of roller skating. Skating includes dance steps for singles and pairs as well as advanced forward and backward skating, as well as practice dances such as the Fox Trot and Tango on skates. You can bring your own skates or regular skate rental is included. 4012.240


Mar 19 - Apr 16 4012.241


Apr 3 - May 21 4012.242


May 28 - Jun 25 4012.243


Jul 2 - Jul 30


10:30am - Noon M


10:30am - Noon M


10:30am - Noon M


10:30am - Noon M


Watercolors Location: Arts I Early Bird: $45 Fee: $49M/$54R/$60NR Ages: 18 and up This workshop will emphasize composition and color theory and several techniques of watercolor painting. The workshop is the perfect environment to discover, share or refine techniques such as: underglazing, wet into wet, texture, negative painting, painting highlights and shadows. 12:30 - 3pm


Apr 16 - Jun 11 M


Oil & Acrylic Location: Arts I Early Bird: $54 Fee: $59M/$64R/$70NR Ages: 18 and up Learn the basics in both mediums. Students will paint from still-life and photographs as you explore color theory and design. This is a 3 hour class, and will be limited to 15 students. For your convenience, tabletop easels will be available at class. Supply list is available at the front desk. 7441.240


12:30 - 3:30pm Apr 18 - Jun 6 W Can’t find what you’re looking for? Call us at 734/394-5460 Classes & Special Interest | 31


Caregiver Information and Support - Memory Loss Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9 Ages: 18 and up Caregiving for persons with memory loss can be very challenging. This group meets monthly to talk about caring for someone with memory loss. Share strategies, offer support and understanding. Monthly education and support group for Persons Caring for someone with Memory Loss is held on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Call Helen at 734/629-5004. While this is a free program, donations are gratefully accepted. 7420.215


Arts II 7 - 9pm Th


Caregiver Conference May 8 Several public service programs and local agencies have joined together to provide information and workshops . The conference is free but we ask that you make a reservation by calling the Canton Senior Program at 734/394-5485. Health screening and refreshments will be provided. 7420.216


5:30 - 9:30pm


Grand Ballroom Tu


Community Organic Garden


Plot Rental Location: Preservation Park Fee: $30 Interested in renting space in our community gardens this summer? Please contact our Park Office at 394-5460 for more information. 5555.011


May 13 - Oct 7


CLASSES & SPECIAL INTEREST


CLASSES & SPECIAL INTEREST


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