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BEYOND U- Sing, Lady, Sing!

BEYOND U- Sing, Lady, Sing! 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

THURSDAYS @ Beyond U

SING, LADY, SING! (WOMEN’S MULTI-STYLE SINGING GROUP)

Come and be a part of the Joy of Group Singing with “Sing, Lady, Sing!” Rehearsals will include a warmup, working on harmonies, pointers on vocal techniques…… and FUN singing music! Alina is always open to suggestions on repertoire. We will go “Everywhere Music Goes”. Directed by pianist/arranger/vocalist Alina Morr, of the award-winning group, Straight Ahead, the group will sing a variety of styles.

Instructor: Alina Morr l Time: 12:30PM – 2PM l Location: In person at Hannan Center
Class Size: 7 min/ 20 max
Materials Needed: TBA

Beyond U – Art & Design 101

Beyond U – Art & Design 101 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

THURSDAYS @ Beyond U

ART AND DESIGN 101

A class for beginners and for those who have had some experience with art making. In this class, participants will explore the possibilities in drawing, painting, and collage. “We learn from each other in a creative and relaxed environment”.

Instructor: Nancy Wolfe l Time: 10:30AM – 12:30PM l Location: Zoom
Class Size: 7 min l Materials Needed: TBA

Beyond U – Theater

Beyond U – Theater 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

THURSDAYS @ Beyond U

THEATER

This class will provide the opportunity to explore various aspects of theater performance and production. Participants will explore theater techniques and develop and share their creativity with an audience.

Instructor: Indigo Colbert l Time: 10AM – 11:30AM l Location: In person at Hannan Center
Class Size: 5 min/7 max

Beyond U – CIRCL Mobility

Beyond U – CIRCL Mobility 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

WEDNESDAYS @ Beyond U

CIRCL Mobility™ with the Lifestyle Diva™

This class will focus on flexibility, breath work, and mobility exercises to help you move better and longer. This class will be set to a soundtrack of healing tones and sound frequencies to help free your mind to focus and release stress.

Instructor: Sheila Gerard |Time: 11:30AM – 12:30PM
Dates: Every Wednesday
Location: Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants
Class Size: 10 min/60 max

Materials needed: Comfortable clothing and a willing mind

Beyond U – I LOVE SPANISH II

Beyond U – I LOVE SPANISH II 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

WEDNESDAYS @ Beyond U

I LOVE SPANISH 2

The lively rhythms and repetitions used in the memorization drills greatly enhance learning due to the effect of Rhythmic Entrainment, as has been documented by numerous studies on how the brain learns best. Come and share the joy of learning this beautiful language, in a stimulating and joyful atmosphere. The second semester of I Love Spanish! is open to both those who have completed I Love Spanish I, as well as to those who have some basic experience in studying the language and would like to continue learning, using a different approach.

Instructor: Alina Morr l Time: 3PM – 4PM l Location: Zoom
Class Size: 6 min/15 max

Beyond U – I LOVE SPANISH I

Beyond U – I LOVE SPANISH I 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

WEDNESDAYS @ Beyond U

I LOVE SPANISH I

Learn to speak this beautiful language in a lively, musical atmosphere. Taught by musician Alina Morr, who became fluent in Spanish after beginning her studies at the age of 32. Ms. Morr uses rhythms and interactional songs that greatly enhance learning and memorization, as well as more traditional teaching tools such as texts and workbooks. There is also an emphasis on learning about Spanish and Latin American culture, with possible field trips.

Instructor: Alina Morr l Time: 1PM – 2PM l Location: Zoom
Class Size: 6 min/15 max

Beyond U – Hand Quilting

Beyond U – Hand Quilting 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

Wednesdays @ Beyond U

HAND-QUILTING

How many of you have fond memories of watching a family member, or friend, make a quilt by hand? If you’ve ever longed to learn this art form, now is the time! Please join us as I take you on an adventure into the history of quilt-making from the perspective of the ancestors. In this hands-on course, students will learn how to cut, piece, and hand-quilt fabrics together by hand using a needle and thread. Note: Students will need to purchase their supplies. A complete supply list will be provided.

During the first class, we will discuss what kinds of fabrics, batting, thread are needed for this course and the quantities to purchase.

Instructor: April Shipp l Time: 10AM – 12PM l Location: Hannan Center
Dates: Begins January 17 and ends March 27
Class Size: 6 min/12 max l Cost: $25 course

Materials Needed: Some materials might include: cotton fabrics, sharp scissors, a rotary cutter, a rotary cutter mat, see-through rulers 6”x18 or 6”x24, a seam ripper, hand sewing needles, straight pins for quilting, a thimble, #2 pencils, masking tape, quilters safety pins, and thread.

Class Rules of conduct: class must start on time. No food or drink is allowed. You may bring a bottle of water. Please turn all cell phones to vibrate during class.

Beyond U – Tai Chi

Beyond U – Tai Chi 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

TUESDAYS @ Beyond U

TAI CHI

This class provides an opportunity to learn the ancient Chinese form of moving, meditation and relaxation while creating balance between the mind and body. Muscular strength, flexibility, joint movement, balance and cardio-respiratory fitness are potential benefits.

Instructor: Vernice McDaniel l Time: 11:30AM – 12:30PM l Location: Zoom
Class Size: 10 min/45 Max

Eye Travel – Eye Care for the Homebound & Dedicated Senior Medical Center

Eye Travel – Eye Care for the Homebound & Dedicated Senior Medical Center 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie
When was your last eye exam? 👁 Are you concerned about your eye health? 👓
From 11a -1p Hannan Center will be joined by the Dedicated Senior Medical Center and Eye Travel for a mini-educational eye care seminar. Bring your insurance card if you’d like an eye exam. Boxed lunches will be provided.
Space is limited!!
You can register by calling Melissa Draughn at 313-833-1300 x32 or email Melissa at: [email protected]
We will SEE 👀you soon!

Beyond U – Meditation

Beyond U – Meditation 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

TUESDAYS @ BEYOND U

MEDITATION

By exploring the various techniques of meditation, participants will learn and develop skills of mindfulness and meditation. Methods include deep concentration and learning how to skillfully respond to physical pain, stress, difficult emotions, and thought patterns.

Instructor: Vernice McDaniel l Time: 12:30PM – 1:30PM l Location: Zoom
Requirements: Wear loose clothing
Class Size: 10 min