JourneyDance / A Somatic journey through the body, mind and spirit
Friday, May 3, 5:30-7pm
Sliding scale donations accepted
An ecstatic free movement based practice that includes somatic types of movements with sound and vibration. This is a journey through the chakra system using movement, attunements of the chakras and elements through sound and music.
This is not a dance class per se, more of a rediscovery of the self. No dance of any sort required. It is a practice for everyone and everybody. There will be an offering of being in a chair for those that are unable to get down to the floor as that’s where the practice begins. Adjustments can be made and are welcome.
Bio: Antoinette Simms has been working in the holistic field for almost three decades. She is an Integrated Yoga Therapist, Chair Yoga teacher, Journey Dance Instructor, Meditation teacher, Workshop and Program Facilitator, and outdoor excursion guide. She currently teaches at Kripalu Center, Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness, is an active teacher to local seniors in the Berkshires and works with children in the Pittsfield Elementary Schools.
She is a veteran of the United States Navy and her passion has always been to help people relearn how to take care of their whole being in their own unique ways.
CPR (BLS) Class
Sunday May 19, 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Join us for a live, hands-on, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life support (BLS) certification training.
Upon successful completion you will receive your AHA BLS certification eCard (2-year certification) via email from the American Heart Association.
What does this course teach?
High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components
Important early use of an AED
Effective ventilation using a barrier device.
Single and multi-rescuer resuscitation
Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
Cost: $65.00 (includes training, materials, and eCard)
To sign up, or for more information email Kathie Tryon at Kathietryon@gmail.com
Moving Life Stories
Saturday, June 1, 10:30-12 p.m.
Theater Workshop with Maggie Barkin
The first three Wednesdays of March, April and May, 3:30-5 p.m.
For more information, please email maggierobertsbarkin@gmail.com
Grief Support - Living After Loss
Thursdays, April 25 , May 23, and June 27, 2 - 3 p.m.
An open discussion around grief and loss, co-sponsored by the Council on Aging.
PLAN AN EVENT
The Community Center is available for birthday parties and other events. There is no charge to Monterey residents who clean up afterwards. For out of towners, there’s a $50 fee. If you plan to serve beer or wine, you will need a one day alcohol permit from the Town of Monterey Select Board. We recommend starting the process 45 days in advance. Instructions and an application form can be found here: https://www.montereyma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif3496/f/uploads/updatedspecialtheatricaleventapp8.pdf
Check our online calendar to see available dates and times, or send an email to montereycommunitycenter@gmail.com (or leave a message at 413-528-3600 and we will return your call).
MONTEREY PANTRY PICKUP
Saturdays, 10 - 11 a.m. in the Monterey UCC church basement. The pantry serves residents of New Marlborough and Sandisfield as well as Monterey.
To donate canned goods, please leave them in the Monterey UCC church basement any time during daylight hours except during Pantry Pickup hours. Especially appreciated are cans of tuna, soups, beans, fruits, vegetables, but not anything that has been opened or expired. montereypantry@gmail.com, 413.429.4254.
ONGOING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
MCC Jam
Bi-weekly meetup of guitar players and other musicians at the MCC to jam, practice, and share community. All skill levels are welcome, and singers too. Set lists worked out in advance and chord charts shared via Dropbox. On the first and third Thursdays of the month, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.
Contact Mark at MCCJamgroup@gmail.com if you would like to learn more and join.
Transformational Breathwork
Antonia and Roger Vanoro
Wednesday, May 29, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Suggested fee $30, or sliding scale.
Traditional breathwork practices are found in yoga, shamanism, and mystical traditions to connect with higher states of consciousness and guides, to expand consciousness, gain clarity and insight, and experience profound benefits beyond the physical. Combined deep and shallow breathing with vocalization, massage, and energetic movement help heal, reduce stress, and experience deep insights that support our personal development.
Items to bring: water, eye shade or scarf for eyes (optional), yoga mat, blanket, a pillow, anything else you’d like to bring make your spot more cozy. Wear cozy clothes. We will have extras of things in case someone needs something.
Open Studio with Beth Hoffman
Thursdays, May 23 and 30, 10-12.
Drop-in art workshop. Bring pencils and/or watercolors.
A still life will be provided for those who are interested or you can work on your own project.
If you would like Beth to provide art supplies during class, there will be a $10.00 fee; otherwise there will be no charge.
Please contact Beth if you have any questions or if you would like your materials provided: bhainteriors@gmail.com
Monterey Spanish Club - Hablemos!
Mondays, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm — on the fourth Monday of the month it is 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
For those that love to speak and practice Spanish - Intermedio y Superior.
Practice Spanish and meet new friends!
No fee, drop ins welcome.
Singing with Vikki True
Tuesdays, 11.30 - 12:45
A free and fun sing along with Vikki True and her amazing accompanist Peter Schneyer on keyboard.
You might recall Vikki from singing at the UCC church or with the Sweet Sisters of Mercy in the past.
She will be bringing her songbooks full of folk, gospel, ballads, Beatles, and more.
Cookbook Club
Monday, May 27, Fourth Monday of the month 11:45 - 1:15 p.m.
Since our space is limited to 12, registration is required. Please register by sending an email to WendyGJ@gmail.com.
The cookbook will be on display at the library prior to our meeting. Each participant should go to the library to sit and peruse the recipes at your leisure. There will be a couple of extra copies of the cookbook that can be taken out but one will always be there. Make a copy of the recipe that appeals t you to take home and mark the recipe in the cookbook with a sticky note with your name on it before returning it to the counter. On the day of our lunch meeting, bring the new dish. We will all share them and discuss our thoughts of the recipes.
Please follow the recipe as in the book. Since there is no kitchen at the Community Center, all recipes should be ready to eat when you arrive. Please also bring a place setting with, plate, bowl, cup, utensils, as well as a serving utensil for your new dish.
We look forward to having lunch together and tasting the new recipes!
Wellness Check
Third Thursday of the month, 2-3 pm. Please RSVP to Jill at 413-717-7209. Minimum of 5 people required.
With Tritown health nurses. Checkups include blood pressure, pulse and blood oxygen levels, flu vaccines. No charge for Monterey residents.
Simple Meditation
Mondays, 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Changing to 4:30 - 5:45 beginning March 11 2024.
All are welcome. Come 10 minutes early if this is your first time.
Darn Yarners
First Thursday of the month, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays, 10 - 11am
Taught by Connie Wilson.
Tai Chi with David Crowe
Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Accepting new attendees with Tai Chi experience. The cost $8 per class or $30 per month.
Mahjong
Tuesdays, 7 - 9pm
Super Gentle Yoga
Fridays, 10:00 - 11:00am
To register, please email jamesboneparth76@gmail.com
Sliding scale, $8 - $10
Bridge and Pitch
Bridge and Pitch Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00pm . Bridge Fridays, 1:00-4:00pm. For an update, call Kyle Pierce at 528-9213.
Ping Pong
Saturdays, 2:30 - 4:30pm, Wednesdays at varying times - please see calendar.
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