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Events, Classes and Information
Spring/Summer 2015
The Heiress • Kids Musical Theater presents Alice in Wonderland
• 40th Annual Silent Auction & Grand Revival • Dance Palace Summer Camp
• Music from Marin Summer Festival
• West Marin Players present The Most Happy Fella
2015 dance palace
board of directors
table of contents
Event Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Terry Aleshire, Retired Private Investigator
Dance Palace Summer Camp . . . 4
Ann Emanuels, Retired Educator;
DP Board President
Astrid Hoffman, Business Owner
40th Annual Silent Auction
& Grand Revival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Stephen Horvat, Carpenter
Events May . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Kathryn Lino, Business Owner
Events June . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Trish McEneany, Retired Realtor
Audrey Piper, Business Person
Events July . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Carla Ruff, Publishing Consultant
Events August . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Ernesto Sanchez, Artist
Jane Stringer, Retired Nurse Practitioner
Classes and Workshops . . . . . . . 9
Susie Stitt, Choreographer and Dancer
Art in the Lobby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Meghan Sullivan, Family Nurse Practitioner
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Raini Kellogg, Teen Representative
Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
dance palace staff
Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Louise Franklin, Interim Executive Director
Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Kelly McRae, Assistant Director
Rick Didia, Technical Director
Kids & Teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Sue Rahmer, Office Manager
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
dance palace partners
Dance Palace Partners are people dedicated
to the West Marin community and to the
future of the Dance Palace who have made a
commitment of three-year funding of $1000 or
more in support of the Dance Palace’s many
programs and services for all ages.
We gratefully acknowledge:
Laura & Mark Alderdice, Anonymous, Bob
Blitzer & Xenry, Joe & Maureen Blumenthal,
Sean Sullivan & Kathy Callaway, Betty Anne
Carlin, Mike Durrie, Ken & Ann Emanuels,
Ann Gessert and Raul Gallyot, Tom & Gillie
Hickman, Louis Jaffe & Kitty Whitman, Meg
Linden, Rod and Laura Marcoux, Kathy
Maxwell, Andy & Carrick McLaughlin, Carlos
& Rebecca Porrata, Bill & Carol Press,
William Prince, Carla Ruff in memory of Bob
Mendle, Rishi Schweig, Frank & Lee Seidner,
Jean Soost, John & Suzanne Speh, Britt &
Susie Stitt, Tony & Sally Torrance, Scoby Zook
& Kris Brown.
Cover art: Lorraine Almeida
Bulletin design by Deirdre Nemmers
[email protected]
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Community Meetings/Groups . . 12
Community Programs . . . . . . . 13
DP Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DP Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Our mission:
To enrich the quality of life in West
Marin by providing diverse cultural,
educational, and community services
in a well-maintained environmentallyfriendly facility.
The Dance Palace thanks the following
foundations, government agencies, and
companies for their generous support:
County of Marin
The William and Flora Hewlett
Foundation
Leocha Fund of the Tides Foundation
Marin Charitable
The Marin Community Foundation
Marin Wildlife Commission
Wells Fargo Foundation
West Marin Community Services
The West Marin Fund
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spring/summer summary
May
The Heiress by Ruth & Augustus Goetz,
Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2 At 7 PM;
Sunday, May 3 At 4 PM
Dance & Yoga Immersion, Sunday, May 3, 10
AM–4 PM
Diana Beresford-Kroeger, Reading &
Booksigning, Saturday, May 2, 7 PM
Kids’ Musical Theater Presents Alice in
Wonderland, Friday & Saturday, May 8 & 9,
7:30 PM, Sunday, May 10, 2 PM
Brian Laidlaw & Danny Vitali Album/Poetry
Book Release Party, Friday, May 15, 7 PM
Clam Annual Meeting, Sunday, May 17, 5 PM
40Th Annual Silent Auction & Grand Revival,
Sunday, May 24, 10 AM–4 PM
June
Dance Palace Summer Camp, June 15 – July
2, 9 AM – 3 PM
Music From Marin Summer Festival, Sunday
June 14, 21 And 28, 7 PM
EAC of West Marin’s 45th Annual Members
Potluck Dinner, Saturday, June 20, 5:30 PM
Village Rhythms With Onye Onyemaechi,
Thursday, June 25, 7 PM
Bioblitz Wrap Session, Saturday, June 27,
Noon – 2 PM
July
The Most Happy Fella, Presented by The
West Marin Players, Friday & Saturday, July
10 & 11, 8 PM, Sunday, July 12, 2 PM
Dance Palace Summer Camp, July 6 – 16,
9 AM – 3 PM
August
Volunteer Work Day & Picnic, Saturday,
August 15, 9 AM – 1 PM
Talk and Book Signing with Wallace “J.”
Nichols, Author Of Blue Mind, 7:30 PM
Closed for Renovations, August 24 – 29
KEEPING OUR NEIGHBORS ENTERTAINED & CONNECTED!
• High-Speed Internet • Digital Video
• Watch TV Everywhere
(415) 663-9610 www.horizoncable.com
KWMR celebrates 15 years
on the air as an FM Station
Thank you to all listeners and supporters!
fresh, local
& sustainable
since 1974
Ken & Sam Levin
WINDOW CLEANING
Open 6 days a week
full bar
garden dining
WE CLEAN SOLAR
PANELS AND GUTTERS
www.dancepalace.org
live music sundays
Closed Wednesdays
Main Street • Point Reyes Station
private dining room for
parties and retreats
415 663 1515
www.stationhousecafe.com
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Inviting Your Kids To Join Us
At Dance Palace Camp
A message from Vickisa (Camp Director)
I hate to admit how long ago I started working
at and then became the Director of the Dance
Palace Camp. I continue because I really love
this summer camp and believe it does make
a difference in the lives of children as they
grow up and become citizens of West Marin
and the world. This has been confirmed by
my many conversations
with grown-up campers
who have told me what
a difference their camp
experience
made
in
their friendships, their
appreciation of their
environment and their
discovery of personal
creative gifts.
Some
have gone so far as to say
that Dance Palace Camp
saved their lives - we
have a great track record!
Programs, Bear Valley trips and tons more.
At camp, we provide a wide range of activities
focusing on our environment, creativity and
imagination with hands-on fun for everyone.
With our low camper-to-staff ratio we are
able to provide caring, personal attention to
all campers and their families. Camp is not
just about activities but also we encourage
the development of friendships, kindness,
cooperation, social skills and independence.
advanced art projects, bowling, and a special
kayak trip. Our CITs learn to become great
role models for the younger campers. They
lead the creation of the camp T-shirt, put
together the newspaper and learn First Aid
and CPR. Only 8 spaces are available. These
CITs may have the option to graduate to
Assistant Counselor next year.
CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Arts & Crafts • Ceramics • Kids’ Cuisine
• Nature Observation and Crafts Studies
• Outdoor Adventures • Sports & Games
• Circus • Crazy Science • Yoga • Aikido •
Explorers’ Club • Theater • World Music
& Dance • Special Theme Days & Outings
Practically every day is a Special Day!
Campers show off their grandparent or
photos on Grandparents Day which is similar
to Pet Day but without leashes. Tropical Day
includes the hula and tropical drinks on the
lawn, Beach Day is at Hearts Desire, and
Alice in Wonderland Day is where you can be
anyone you want to be. We also have Library
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Teens included! We have reinvigorated
our CIT (Counselor in Training) program
for 13 to 15- year-olds. Under the direction
of Colleen Conley, our CITs will enjoy going
out for pizza, having their own movie night,
Tweeners too! New this year is a Tweeners
group consisting of six 12-year-olds that have
attended camp previously. They will join the
CITs in most activities and will be on the fast
track to be CITs next year.
Space is limited – Register now! The first
session is June 15 to July 2 and Session 2; July
6 to 16. We don’t like to turn anyone away
and scholarships are available. Questions?
Feel free to call me at 415.868.0931 or Sue at
the Dance Palace 415.663.1075 or visit their
web site at www.dancepalace.org.
I hope to see you at summer camp and I hope
everyone has a great summer!
www.dancepalace.org
Dance Palace
40th Annual
Silent Auction
& Grand Revival
Reviving, connecting and creating community!
Sunday, May 24• 10 am to 4 pm
Sponsored by Lagunitas Brewing Company
Celebrate 40 wonderful years of a Dance Palace tradition and
bid on an incredible selection of items donated by members,
supporters and businesses.
OVER 100 OUTSTANDING AUCTION ITEMS WILL INCLUDE:
12” x 12” – Small Piece Big Help (Art by local artists.) • Tahoe Donner Ski Vacation
• Grand Cayman Islands Vacation • Private Flight Tour over West Marin • Hog Island
Oyster Soiree • North Beach Get-Away Weekend with tickets to Beach Blanket
Babylon • Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary – Warmth of Love Package • Spa Package
with haircut, massage, manicure and pedicure • Surf Camp Package • One-of-akind garden art and sculptures • And, lessons, classes, services, crafts, jewelry,
clothing, wine, and much more!
Activities will include face painting and games for kids and the Tomales High School
Pan Band will provide music along with other musical guests. There will be an
outdoor BBQ and Straus Family Creamery ice cream will be served and for sale.
Popcorn, Lagunitas beer, wine and soft drinks will also be available for purchase
inside. Admission is free.
New this year — Featured items will be offered on a “Buy-it-Now” basis at a
premium price.
Auction sections will begin closing at 4:00pm in timed intervals. On the day of the
event, look for signs that will indicate the order in which each section will close. Be
sure to return to the Dance Palace by the section closing time to ensure that you’re
the lucky high bidder of that item you’ve been coveting!
Sponsored by our friends at Lagunitas Brewing Company,
Horizon Cable TV, Inc. and McPhail’s Fuel Company.
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events
MAY
THE HEIRESS by Ruth & Augustus Goetz
Suggested by the Henry James novel
“Washington Square”
“Short and perfectly constructed, it builds to
a quietly harrowing climax that anticipates
the genteel, ironic-twist revenge tales of W.
Somerset Maugham.” Henry James’s story
of a woman who loses her heart and finds
her dignity was transformed by the Goetzes
into an enduring war horse for the stage.” It
has been revived on the Broadway stage four
times, “The Heiress” makes its West Marin
premiere at the Dance Palace.
Directed by Chloe Bronzan*
Featuring Sharron Drake*, Kenneth Rowland,
Maureen O’Donoghue, Michael Kern
Cassidy*, Jessica Powell*, Rich Egan, Eileen
Puppo, Adrenne Pfeiffer, and Chloe Bronzan*.
* Member, Actors’ Equity Association - This
production is being presented under the
auspices of the Actors’ Equity Association
Members’ Project Code.
Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2 at 7 PM
Sunday, May 3 at 4 PM, $20 at
brownpapertickets.com or at the door
DANCE & YOGA IMMERSION
Three renowned teachers combine their
individuality and shared passion for
embodiment through the lineages of India
and Brazil. A daylong experience where Yoga
and Dance are interwoven with authenticity
and grace by three gifted teachers.
Combining their individual strengths and
shared passion they will support you to
embody prayer; empowerment and a
celebration!
Sunday, May 3, 10 AM–4 PM/ $108
Registration begins at 9:30 AM
Contact: [email protected],
Payments through Paypal with user
name: [email protected].
DIANA BERESFORD-KROEGER, READING
& BOOKSIGNING
Author of The Sweetness of a Simple Life &
The Global Forest
Diana Beresford-Kroeger brings together
ethnobotany, horticulture, spirituality, and
alternative medicine to reveal a path toward
better stewardship of the natural world. The
author of the The Global Forest, 40 Ways
Trees Can Save Us, Diana’s latest book is
The Sweetness of the Simple Life, Tips for
Happier, Healthier and Kinder Living.
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A precise and poetic writer steeped in Gaelic
storytelling traditions gathered from her
childhood in Ireland, she is a botanist, a
medical biochemist, and a self-described
“renegade scientist.” Presented by Point
Reyes Books and Black Mountain Circle
with support from the New School at
Commonweal.
Tickets at the bookstore or visit
www.ptreyesbooks.com.
Saturday, May 2, 7 PM / $10
KIDS’ MUSICAL THEATER PRESENTS
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
The Dance Palace Kids Musical Theater
program presents our own take on Alice
in Wonderland, with multiple Alices,
rolling hedgehogs, puppets, and audience
participation. We’ve paired the script with
original music by composer Peter Penhallow
to create a fantastical tale great for kids of all
ages.
Friday & Saturday, May 8 & 9, 7:30 PM;
Sunday, May 10, 2 PM / $10 general, $ 7
seniors, $5 kids
BRIAN LAIDLAW & DANNY VITALI
Album/Poetry Book Release Party including
poetry readings with Robert Hass and more.
Friday, May 15, 7 PM / $10 - 20 Sliding
scale
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IDENTIFYING AND APPRECIATING THE
NATIVE AND NATURALIZED GRASSES OF
CALIFORNIA
Grasses are fun and easy to identify! Our
goal is to learn the basic skills of identifying
grasses and provide an overview of the native
grass distribution in California. Working
with plant samples in the classroom, both
the Hitchcock’s tribe method as well as the
artificial key methodology will be reviewed.
$130/CNGA Members, $150/nonmembers, $85/Students with ID
$12 Lunch (Choice of sandwich, chips or
granola, fruit, and cookie or brownie)
or bring your own lunch.
For more information and registration go
to www.cnga.org or call 530-297-0500
Saturday, May 16, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
CLAM ANNUAL MEETING
Founded in 2001, CLAM is one of more than
250 community land trusts (CLTs) throughout
the United States. Just as agricultural land
trusts preserve land for agriculture, and
conservation land trusts save land for open
space, community land trusts hold homes in
trust for the community in order to ensure
housing that will be permanently affordable.
Sunday, May 17, 5 PM
40TH ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION AND
GRAND REVIVAL— SPONSORED BY
LAGUNITAS BREWING COMPANY
The auction will present more than 100 items
for bidding on with gift certificates to fine
restaurants, local inns and B & B’s, vacation
packages to the Grand Caymen Islands and
Tahoe Donner, sporting events, jewelry,
massages, local baked treats, fine wines,
a North Beach Get-Away Weekend and an
assortment of lessons, a kayak trip, home
and personal services, exercise classes,
fine art and perhaps a hidden treasure or
two! There will be live music featuring the
Tomales High Pan Band, Lagunitas beer,
wine and sodas, BBQ and Strauss Family
Creamery ice cream will be for sale. The
proceeds from this event benefit ongoing
programs of the Dance Palace Community
& Cultural Center.
Sunday, May 24, 10 AM–4 PM
Admission is Free
JUNE
MUSIC FROM MARIN SUMMER FESTIVAL
Paul Smith, Director
The Music from Marin Summer Festival
returns to the Dance Palace for three FREE
performances. For further information call
415-485-9460
www.dancepalace.org
or visit the College of Marin Music
Department website: http://www.marin.edu/
performingarts/music/
Sunday June 14, 21 and 28 at 7:00 PM
SUNDAY, JUNE 14 - MUSIC FROM MARIN
CHAMBER PLAYERS
Chamber versions of great orchestra works.
Pond, Gerald Berry
Piano Concerto in D minor, k. 466, Mozart,
arr. Hummel
Symphony , no. 5 in C minor, opus 67,
Beethoven, arr. Hummel
Andrei Gorchov, flute
Joanna Barley, violin
Anne Lerner-Wright, violoncello
Paul Smith, piano
SUNDAY, JUNE 21
CONTEMPORARY OPERA MARIN
Four fully staged short operas sung in
English.
Vesta’s Fire, Ludwig van Beethoven, for
soprano, tenor and two baritones
Children’s Songs, HK Gruber, for women’s
voices
The Expulsion from Paradise, Gruber, for four
men and jazz ensemble
Choral Fantasy, Beethoven, for soloists and
chorus
SUNDAY, JUNE 28 - SZERVANSZKY/
CAVAYE PIANO-DUO
The London based piano-duo of Valeria
Szervanszky and Ronald Cavaye return
to the Dance Palace after their stunning
performance of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring
last summer.
March, Ludwig van Beethoven
Grand Duo, Franz Schubert
March Ecossaise, Claude Debussy
For further information contact Music
from Marin, 415-457-5226 or go to
www.musicfrommarin.org.
All concerts are at 7 PM.
ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION COMMITTEE
OF WEST MARIN’S 45TH ANNUAL
MEMBERS POTLUCK DINNER
The Environmental Action Committee of
West Marin’s 45th annual potluck dinner,
general meeting, wine tasting, and gab
fest has become a renowned summer
celebration for West Marin’s principal
grassroots environmental organization.
Join Congressman Jared Huffman and
State Senator Mike McGuire to learn about
environmental issues in California and
beyond. Please bring a dish to share. Happy
Hour begins at 5:30 PM, dinner at 6:30 PM.
Reservations required call: 415-6639312 or [email protected]
Saturday, June 20, 5:30 PM / $10
donation requested
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VILLAGE RHYTHMS WITH ONYE
ONYEMAECHI
Presented by The Tomales Bay Library
Association and the Marin County Free
Library
A program for your whole family to enjoy an African Village Celebration with master
drummer, Onye Onyemaechi of Village
Rhythms. Onye’s program is presented in
conjunction with this year’s Library Summer
Reading Program, Read to the Rhythm.
Come ready to drum, dance, and enjoy.
Onye Onyemaechi is a world-renowned
master percussionist, educator and
performing musician. His programs
emphasize the importance of modeling
positive attitudes, promoting learning,
respect for self and others, building unity
in communities and enhancing cultural
diversity awareness.
Thursday, June 25, 7 PM, Free
MALT BIOBLITZ
Get out on the land with purpose: spend
a day as a citizen scientist, collecting
plant and wildlife data that will help MALT
conserve beautiful and resource-rich
Millerton Creek Ranch. Experts from the
California Academy of Sciences and the
iNaturalist smartphone app will make it
easy and fun – no experience required! After
our field-work, we will gather at the Dance
Palace Community Center in Point Reyes
Station to share our data, discuss the day’s
findings and celebrate with a treat.
Cost: Free. Preregistration is required.
Age Appropriate: 8 years and up
Saturday, June 27, Noon – 2 PM (rain
cancels; please call hotline to confirm at
(415) 663-1338)
Visit www.malt.org/events/bioblitz for a
link to register.
JULY
THE MOST HAPPY FELLA PRESENTED BY
THE WEST MARIN PLAYERS
West Marin Players is making a departure
this year and producing Frank Loesser’s
beloved musical of l956. Set in the Napa
Valley around 1927, it is the story of a MayDecember romance where an older grape
rancher knows what he wants and woos
in letters a young waitress. This is not a
smooth path to happily-ever-after but the
barriers are surmounted. In the end it is a
soaring love story with some sublime music
and amusing secondary characters to suit
everyone’s taste. Many players from our
previous productions return to bring us a
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wonderful song filled evening. Don’t miss
this perennially sold out summer event.
OPENING NIGHT DINNER & SHOW: An
evening of memorable theater, wine, and
tasty food, this is definitely one not to miss.
Gala admission gets you wine and appetizers,
dinner, dessert and admission tickets with
preferred seating. You’ll have a great time
and provide much-appreciated support to the
local theater arts.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11, 8 PM
Sunday, July 12, 2 PM
$30 general, $28 seniors & kids
Opening Night Dinner & Show 6 PM, $85
Includes reserved seats for show and
dinner.
AUGUST
VOLUNTEER WORK DAY & PICNIC
A day dedicated to sprucing up the Dance
Palace. There are projects for all skill levels
and ages. The Dance Palace Community &
Cultural Center would not run without our
amazing team of volunteers and friends and
it would never look so nice without everyone
pitching in once a year.
Saturday, August 15, 9 AM – 1 PM
CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS
The Dance Palace will be closed for
renovations August 24 – 29.
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classes and workshops
TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES
*More information about all classes is
on the Dance Palace web site go to www.
dancepalace.org for complete details. To
register for a class, contact the Dance
Palace at 663-1075, [email protected],
or contact the class teacher at the listed
phone number or email address. New
students are welcome to join most ongoing
classes. Payment is due at registration.
Art in the Lobby
Through May 9: Heather Peters Pratt,
Illustrations & Paintings
May 10 – 24: 12X12 “Small Piece Big Help”
Silent Auction
May 26 – July 17: DP Summer Camp (no
exhibit)
August 1 – September 14: Lorraine Almeida,
Cosmic Art
Dance
WOMEN’S COLLABORATIVE DANCE
A co-creative movement experience exploring
individual creativity and open ended
improvisational structures. Join us for selfdiscovery and fun. No dance
experience necessary. Contact: Theresa
Elaine, 415-663-1289
Wednesdays ongoing, 6:15–7:45 PM / $15
per month / $5 drop-in
ECSTATIC DANCE WEST MARIN
Ecstatic Dance is a moment-by-moment,
free-form dance expression. Dances will
begin with a warm-up, continue with a guided
opening followed by approximately
an hour of free dance, and end with a guided
closure. Instructors: Lena Eastes,
www.naturepatheducation.com, and Taira
Restar, www.tairarestar.com. Visit their
websites for more details.
Sundays ongoing, 10 AM–noon / $15 /
children free. No dances in August.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are available from the Dance
Palace for those who would like to take a
class but cannot afford the full fee. All you
need to do is fill out a simple form, which
you can get at the Dance Palace office prior
to attending class. For information, call the
Dance Palace at 415-663-1075.
CONTACT IMPROVISATION JAM
Come dance in this beautiful space with other
welcoming dancers. This Contact
Improvisation Dance Jam is for people with
some experience with this form.
Jam hosted by Cory van Gelder and Maica
Folch. Questions? [email protected] or 415497-8459.
Sundays, June 28, July 26, 11 AM–1:30PM
/ Sliding Scale $8–$20
Fitness
AIKIDO WITH BRUCE FOX
Aikido is a non-aggressive system of self
defense. The emphasis of training is to
control the situation, not to “win.” Bring
loose clothing or a gi. Instructor: Bruce Fox
(yondan), 661-254-8670.
Tuesdays ongoing, 6–7:30 PM / $5 mat
fee
PILATES WITH MARIA MANKIN
The focus is on body awareness, strength,
core and stamina building, balance and
well-being. Instructor: Maria Mankin, www.
beginpilates.com, 415-663-9303
Tuesdays 8-9AM
April 28-June 16; June 23-Aug.11
$88 for 8 weeks. $16 Drop-ins
No classes until after Labor Day
(Tuesday, September 7).
For information on books, events
or subscribe to e-newsletter
call 415-663-1542
or visit www.ptreyesbooks.com
www.dancepalace.org
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FLOATING ISLAND SANGHA
A 40-minute silent meditation, followed by a
Dharma discussion. Everyone is
welcome. No prior experience with
meditation is necessary. Led by Buddhist
priests Stuart and Carrie Kutchins, 669-1733,
[email protected]
Wednesdays ongoing 7–8 AM / Donations
gratefully accepted.
PING PONG RIGHT BRAIN EXPLORATION
Table tennis is a sport for all ages! Enjoy
doubles ping pong or the occasional game
using “the other hand.” Instructor: Sandy
Jacobs, 415-663-1418 call for more details.
Mondays ongoing, 7:30–9:30 PM, sliding
scale
TAI CHI AND QIGONG FOR NATURAL
HEALTH
Come breathe, move, and improve the flow
of Qi in our meridian system. Class schedule
will vary, please contact instructor before
attending. Instructor: Christopher Anderl,
415-250-7219,www.TaiChiNature.us for more
details.
Fridays ongoing, 10:30AM–11:30AM / $10
per class / $30 per month
TAI CHI CHU’AN
We warm up and practice tai chi together.
Beginners get individual instruction. After tai
chi, learn shaolin and weapons sets. Class
is held outside, inside if raining. Instructor:
Ellen Serber, 663-1662, www.mydailyyoga.
com, assisted by Celeste Woo and Barbara
Cellers. Please call before attending the first
class.
Sundays ongoing, 8:30–10 AM / $40 per
month
ZUMBA WITH CATHY DAVIS
Ditch the workout, join the party! Zumba
combines a fusion of Latin dance moves
and heart-pounding rhythms. You get a
workout without feeling like you’re working!
Instructor: Cathy Davis, 415-663-1762 (No
class week of August 24.)
Mondays ongoing, 6–7 PM / $100 for 10
classes anytime card, $15 drop-in
Thursdays ongoing, 6–7 PM / $100 for 10
classes anytime card, $15 drop-in
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Seniors
MOVING ON - SENIOR EXERCISE WITH
MARY SALMON
A comprehensive exercise class with all
components; posture, breathing exercises
, warm ups with range of motion exercises;
stretching with some yoga techniques,
aerobic, alignment, balance, dance
movements, resistance training and cool
down exercises. So what are you waiting for?
Come share with us yourself and improve
your fitness and well-being at the same time.
Instructor: Mary Salmon. Call the Dance
Palace to sign-up 415-663-1075
Mondays, 11:30 – 12:30 PM
Wednesdays, 11:15 AM–12:15 PM /
$35–45 per month / $10 drop-in fee
SEATED ZUMBA WITH CATHY DAVIS
Sponsored by West Marin Senior Services
in partnership with Marin County Health
& Human Services and the Dance Palace
encouraging movement and a healthy
lifestyle for seniors in West Marin.
Thursdays ongoing, 11:30 AM
POINT REYES COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
Break bread with your friends at the
community luncheon held every Thursday
from noon to 1 PM. Reservations should
be made by Tuesday at 2 PM. Suggested
donation based on ability to pay. For
information and to reserve your meal, call
West Marin Senior Services at 415-663-8148.
Ongoing Thursdays at noon / Seniors $3 /
Guests $6
GENTLE YOGA WITH ELIZABETH BARNET
This gentle yoga class is designed
especially for older people, and those who
need a slower pace. Instructor: Elizabeth
Barnet, (415) 669-1291 or (415) 599-6134,
[email protected]
Fridays ongoing, 10:45 AM–noon / $70
for 5 classes (non-consecutive) / $16
drop-in
SAFE—SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
Join our circle of friends to talk about
personal concerns, local and world
events and more; and make new friends.
Confidential setting. Contact: Jody Farrell,
415-663-9416.
Fridays ongoing, 10:15 AM–noon / Free
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Yoga
Kids/Teens
MONDAY MORNING YOGA WITH ELLEN
SERBER
We practice together in a supportive
environment. All levels of experience are
welcome to participate. Instructor: Ellen
Serber, 663-1662, www.mydailyyoga.com
Mondays ongoing, 10–11:30 AM / $40 per
month / $15 drop-in
DANCE PALACE SUMMER CAMP
SESSION I
June 15– July 2 (Mon.–Thurs., 9 a.m.–3 p.m.)
$480 (no camp on Thurs., July 4)
SESSION II
July 6- July 16 (Mon.–Thurs., 9 a.m.–3 p.m.)
$320
* First session two Thursdays will be field
trip days. Second session Thursdays will have
one field trip and the other Thursdays will be
camper’s choice of afternoon activities.
YOGA WITH ELIZABETH BARNET
Elizabeth’s classes include: gentle warmups that help integrate body and breath.
Instructor: Elizabeth Barnet, 415-669-1291 or
415-599-6134, [email protected]
Fridays ongoing, 9–10:30 AM / $70 for 5
classes (non-consecutive) / $16 drop-in
GENTLE YOGA WITH ELIZABETH BARNET
This gentle yoga class is designed for older
men and women and those who
need a slower pace. Instructor: Elizabeth
Barnet, 415-669-1291 or 415-599-6134
Fridays ongoing, 10:45 AM–noon / $70
for 5 classes (non-consecutive) / $16
drop-in
WEDNESDAY MORNING PRACTICE—
YOGA WITH KATIE JAY
The practice is deep, mindful, and precise…
oh yeah, and fun! Instructor: Katie Jay, www.
katiejay.com, 415-963-1281
Wednesdays ongoing, 9:30–10:45 AM /
$70 for 5 classes/ $130 for 10 classes /
$16 drop-in
SATURDAY MORNING CHURCH YOGA
WITH KATIE JAY
Celebrate and worship the goodness of body,
breath, and being. All levels
welcome. Instructor: Katie Jay, www.katiejay.
com, 415-963-1281
Saturdays ongoing, 9:30–11 AM / $70
for 5 classes/ $130 for 10 classes / $16
drop-in
AFTER-CAMP FREE PLAY (3–5 P.M.)
$120 session I $ / $80 session II
DANCE PALACE CAMP
(for ages 6–12) focuses on our environment,
creativity and imagination with hands-on,
fun activities that encourage respect for
our planet, the development of friendships,
kindness, cooperation, and social skills. With
our low camper-to-staff ratio (7:1), we are
The 10th Annual
Far West Fest
Saturday, July 25th 2015, 10am-7pm
Love Field, Point Reyes
Voted “Marin’s Best Music Festival”
FWF hosts four stages of original music,
local, food and wine, Kid Zone and much
more. Over $250,00 raised for West Marin
non-profits. This year’s beneficiary list
includes the Dance Palace.
Tickets and premium experience
packages on-sale at farwestfest.org
Every ticket purchase helps our community.
See you there!
Open Monday–Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9:30am–4pm
415 663 1223
www.dancepalace.org
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able to provide caring, personal attention to
all campers and their families.
Campers will be divided by age into three
groups of 10-15 children who will participate
in many different activities daily. In addition
the camp features special theme days like
Alice in Wonderland Day, Grandparent Day,
Pet Day and field trips to Bear Valley and
Heart’s Desire Beach.
COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM
(for ages 13–15) provides leadership training,
team building, problem solving, recreational
activities, and supervised instruction in the
skills necessary to be a good citizen, worker,
counselor and babysitter. CITs learn to
become great role models for the younger
campers. They lead and manage the creation
of the camp T-shirt, and the newspaper and
learn First Aid and CPR. This year because
of huge demand 12-year-olds can choose to
move up and become Tweeners. They will be
included in most of the activities of the CIT’s
and become a part of this elite group. Next
year they will be CITs.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Camp programs fill quickly. Please sign up
early to guarantee enrollment. A deposit of
50% is required to reserve your spot. Register
on line at www.dancepalace.org
Scholarships are available contact the Dance
Palace for more details. The deadline for
scholarships is May 8. A deposit of $35 per
child is required. The camp scholarship
fund is made possible through contributions
from parents, community members, Marin
Charitable Association, Wells Fargo Bank,
Inverness Foundation, and West Marin
Community Services. We welcome parent,
grandparent, and community contributions to
this fund.
Language
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
This course is intended for adults with
limited Spanish language skills who have
an interest in Spanish for work, travel,
or to better communicate with our local
Spanish-speaking community. Advance
registration required, go to www.
dancepalace.org or call 415-663-1075
for information and registration.
Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 PM, July 30 –
September 17, Mark Alderdice
$110 for 8 weeks, plus materials if
needed. Class party on September 24.
Community Meetings
& Groups
DANCE PALACE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Members of the community are welcome to
come participate in the meetings and share
their ideas and thoughts about Dance Palace
programs.
First Tuesday of each month, 7–9 PM
FREE USE OF THE DANCE PALACE
COMMUNITY & CULTURAL CENTER
The Dance Palace is available to community
groups and non-profit organizations on non
weekend nights based on availability and
the following conditions: The event must be
completely free and no donations solicited
or advertising/publicizing of a commercial
product or service.
PDF subscriptions
available at
discounted prices.
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POINT REYES COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
Break bread with your friends at the
community luncheon held every Thursday
from noon to 1 PM. Reservations should be
made by Tuesday at 2 PM.
Suggested donation based on ability to pay.
For information and to reserve your meal, call
West Marin Senior Services at 415-663-8148.
Ongoing Thursdays at noon / Seniors $3,
Guests $6
POINT REYES VILLAGE ASSOCIATION
Second Thursday of each month, 7 PM
Community Programs
ASSISTED-LISTENING SYSTEM
The Dance Palace has a special assistedlistening system to aid those who are
hearing- impaired. Please contact us if you
would like to use the system at a specific
event.
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC
A free blood pressure clinic offered by West
Marin Health and Human Services.
Fourth Thursday of every month. Noon to
1 PM
JOSH RUDER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Bonnie & Sivi Ruder and Ron Wagner
established the Josh Ruder Scholarship fund
in memory of Josh Ruder. The fund provides
scholarships for young people participating in
visual arts classes at the Dance Palace.
PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM FOR WEST
MARIN SCHOOLS
The Dance Palace presents four performing
arts programs for children attending West
Marin, Inverness, Lagunitas, Bolinas/
Stinson Beach, Nicasio, and Tomales schools
throughout the school year.
WEDDINGS, PRIVATE PARTIES,
RETREATS, AND CONFERENCES
The Dance Palace is available for weekend
use for your wedding, party, conference,
retreat, or reception. Contact us for a free
informative pamphlet or visit our website
for photos, specs, rental rates, and policies.
Go to www.dancepalace.org and click
“Facilities.”
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are available for students
who wish to enroll in a class session but
are unable to afford the full fee. For further
information and application forms, call 415663-1075.
RECREATION
Outdoor recreational facilities are
available for your use at the Dance
Palace, including a basketball half-court,
volleyball net, and outdoor ping-pong
tables. Balls for basketball, soccer, and
volleyball are available for public use in
the holder next to the court; ping-pong
paddles and balls are in a container by
the ping-pong tables. Please return them
when you are finished.
VIP VOLUNTEERS
Make new friends and get your ticket for
free by becoming a very important volunteer
who helps sell tickets, stack chairs and sell
concessions at our Dance Palace produced
events.
For details about how to volunteer
contact Kelly McRae at
[email protected].
For A West Marin Wedding –
the Dance Palace
– an Ideal Location
Community spaces are sacred places.
The Dance Palace Community & Cultural Center is a place that
gives people inspiration, lifts our spirits, and provides an ideal
setting for meaningful ceremonies and uniting in celebration.
To explore more about weddings and special occasions at the
Dance Palace look to www.dancepalace.com
or call us at 415-663-1075.
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become a member!
The Dance Palace is a member-supported organization. Your
membership dues and contributions help make possible all
of the programs listed in this bulletin.
As a Member of the Dance Palace, you will receive:
• Recognition on our Donor List
• 20% discount on rental rates
• “DP News” member newsletter
• Dance Palace bumper sticker
• A copy of our annual report
•V
oting rights to select your Board
of Directors
•T
he satisfaction of supporting the
liveliest community center in
Marin County
In addition, these giving levels receive:
Sponsor $250-$499 (all of the above plus): 2 tickets to selected events and an invitation
to our Donor Party
Patron $500-$999 (all of the above plus): 4 tickets to selected events
Special Patron $1,000-$2,499 (all of the above plus): 4 tickets to selected events plus 2
tickets to the Performing Arts Series and special seating area
Advocate $2,500-$4,999 (all of the above plus): Total of 6 tickets to the Performing Arts
Series and special seating area
Benefactor $5,000-$9,999 (all of the above plus): Total of 10 tickets to the Performing
Arts Series plus free use of the church space for a private event (excludes weddings
and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs)
Special Benefactor $10,000+ (all of the above plus): 2 tickets to all of the shows in the
Performing Arts Series plus one free use of the Main Hall for a private event (excludes
weddings and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs)
Join the Dance
Palace!
!
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m $500-$999 Patron m $1,000-$2,499 Special Patron m $2,500-$4,999 Advocate
m $5,000-$9,999 Benefactor m $10,000+ Special Benefactor
Name:______________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________
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WANT TO KNOW WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE
DANCE PALACE THIS WEEKEND?
Check our website at www.dancepalace.org; or
peruse our downtown marquees next to Bovine
Bakery in Point Reyes and at the post office in
Inverness. Call us at 415-663-1075.
EMAIL LIST
If you would like to be on the Dance Palace email
list to receive a weekly email update, visit www.
dancepalace.org and sign up!
ESCRIP
Escrip is an easy and free way to contribute money
to the Dance Palace. Here’s how it works: Register
your existing cards (your choice of credit, debit/
ATM, and/or merchant card) at www.escrip.com,
designate the Dance Palace for donations, and
shop at eScrip merchants using your registered
cards. Donations from participating eScrip
merchants (1-3% of your purchases) will be made
automatically to the Dance Palace.
ONLINE TICKETS, MEMBERSHIPS, AND
CONTRIBUTIONS
You can purchase advance tickets to Dance
Palace–sponsored performances using your credit
card by going to our website. Please note that
there is a minimal processing fee charged to cover
our costs for this service. You can also use your
credit card to make a contribution or to become a
member of the Dance Palace. Just follow the links
on the home page at
www.dancepalace.org.
VEHICLE DONATIONS
We accept donations of used vehicles! It’s taxdeductible and easy. Visit www.dancepalace.org
and click on “donations,” then “vehicle donations.”
WIRELESS CONNECTIONS
The Dance Palace is wireless! Folks can use our
wireless to check email and to access the internet
for free!.
FACTS ABOUT THE DANCE PALACE
The Dance Palace is a vital, multi-purpose
nonprofit community center providing a wide
variety of educational, recreational, cultural,
and community services for people of all ages
and backgrounds in West Marin, with a focus on
improving quality of life, and responding to the
changing needs of the community. The Dance
Palace sponsors 35 classes each week, presents
over 100 exciting special weekend events per year,
and serves over 3,000 people each month!
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
Volunteers are the heart and hands of the
community and the Dance Palace Community
Center is constantly looking for help with a range
of projects and events. The Volunteer Squad takes
tickets and sells refreshments at weekend events;
volunteers get to see some great performances
for free! For more information go to www.
dancepalace.org and click “volunteer,” or call
663-1075 and ask for Kelly or email her at kelly@
dancepalace.org.
To receive our Bulletin electronically, send an
email to [email protected] with “Send me my
next Dance Palace Bulletin by email” in the subject
line.
BECOME A MEMBER
The Dance Palace is a member-supported
organization. Your membership dues and
contributions help make possible all of the
programs listed in this bulletin.
As a Member of the Dance Palace, you will receive:
• Recognition on our Donor List
• 20% discount on rental rates
• “DP News” member newsletter
• Free loan of chairs and tables
• Dance Palace bumper sticker
• A copy of our annual report
• Voting rights to select your Board of Directors
• The satisfaction of supporting the liveliest
community center in Marin County
Register online at www.dancepalace.org
DANCE PALACE GOLD CARD
Did you know it is possible to attend Dance Palace shows for half the price?
If you are low-income or on a fixed income simply fill out a form to get your Gold Card and present
the card at the door the day of the event and pay half price for tickets! Advance purchases are not
allowed. Forms are available through the Dance Palace office, call 415-663-1075 or e-mail sue@
dancepalace.org
www.dancepalace.org
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POINT REYES STATION, CA 94956
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