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PERMIT NO. 163
St. Michaels Community Center’s
News You Can Use !
Volume 8 Issue 1
FEBRUARY 2015
OUR 25TH YEAR OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY 1990 – 2015
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Mark the date to see The Lincoln Affair on Thursday, Feb. 12
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The first production of the St. Michaels Community Center Readers Theater, will be “The Lincoln Affair”, written by Michael Gearhardt.
Directed by Jay Juppe and produced by Robyn Mendelsohn. The readers performance will be held on Thursday, February 12 at the St.
Michaels High School Auditorium at 7:30 pm in honor of our 16th President’s birthday. This intriguing and highly entertaining script
gives the audience a very interesting perspective of events surrounding the assassination of Lincoln. Do we know what REALLY happened? Call 410-745-6073 for more information. This is a free performance. Donations very gratefully accepted. Proceeds benefit the
programs of SMCC.
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All Aboooooard !
The Philadelphia Flower Show, bus trip on Tuesday, March 3 with pick-ups
in Easton and St. Michaels. Lunch is on your own. Cost is $67 and includes bus fare, tip
and Flower Show admission. Call SMCC at 410-745-6073 to register.
Washington D.C. and Cherry Blossoms, bus trip on Tuesday, April 7 with
pick-ups in Easton and St. Michaels. See the spectacular site of cherry blossoms in full
bloom at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and then enjoy the Smithsonian Museums
and National Art Gallery at your discretion along the D.C. Mall. Many other monuments
and sites within walking distance. Lunch is on your own. Cost is $36 and includes bus
fare and tip. Call SMCC at 410-745-6073 to register.
Radio City Rockettes, Spring Spectacular starring Derek Hough, 2 pm show, bus trip on Wednesday, April 15
with pick-ups in Easton and St. Michaels. See New York as you’ve never seen it!!! Beautiful landmark scenery, stunning dance numbers,
3D special effects, Dancing with the Stars Derek Hough and celebrity cameos! Don’t miss this one!!! $155 covers the bus fare, great seats
in the first few rows of the 1st mezzanine and driver’s tip. Call 410-745-6073.
7th Annual SMCC Tea/Fashion Show/Silent Auction at the Inn at Perry Cabin
On June 14, the Inn at Perry Cabin will, once again, be the gracious hosts for the St. Michaels Community Center’s
7th Annual Tea, Fashion Show and Silent Auction.
Seating is limited to 100 guests who will partake of
an elegant afternoon tea with sparkling wine and a
buffet of scones, sandwiches and sweets which will
be generously provided by the Inn at Perry Cabin.
Ticket price will be $55. Fashion Show models exhibiting clothing and accessories from local clothing and jewelry stores and the Treasure Cove Thrift
Store will mingle among the guests throughout tea
time. A Silent Auction will be on display throughout the tea as well. Guests will be invited to bid on
a wonderful array of gifts items, art, jewelry and
packages. Proceeds from this event will support the
SMCC programs which include free luncheons and
activities for seniors, free holiday dinners, clothing
drives, after school programs and summer camps
for children. Call 410-745-6073 to reserve your seat.
The MRYC Foundation seeks to assure that all children under 18 learn to swim. The Sink or Swim (SOS) Program started in
the summer of 2014 by partnering with the St. Michaels Community Center to
offer free swimming lessons for children at the Bay Hundred Community Pool.
To date, through classes at the Bay Hundred Pool, this program has helped
nearly 300 students learn to swim. Please help support the SOS program by
donating to the MRYC Foundation at their
website: mrycfoundation.donortools.com/my/funds/60576-Sink-Or-Swim-Program.
SAVE THE DATE - Saturday, May 23, 2015 1st Annual SMCC Clambake in Wittman, MD. In celebration of our 25th year, SMCC
will award our 1st Heart of the Community award to someone who exemplifies service to our community. Details to follow!
Check our Facebook page: StMichaels CommunityCenter ( two words )
BE SURE TO VISIT OUR WEBSITE
WWW.STMICHAELSCC.ORG for future class & program information
S M C C H a p p e n i n g s
April 25 and 26, 2015, Noon - 5 pm. Join us at Maryland’s premiere
wine event, featuring nearly 400 wines from around the globe. Now in its 6th year,
WineFest is a streetscape event with tasting venues located throughout the town
of St. Michaels. Wine aficionados will experience hundreds of highly-rated U.S.,
international, and Maryland wines. Get more information and Buy Tickets at winefestinstmichaels.com. Proceeds support progroms of SMCC.
Trish Payne
Executive Director
We always welcome
VOLUNTEERS !
If you’d like to join our “family”,
give us a call or stop in & see us.
St. Michaels Community Center
2015 Advisory Board
President, Karen Shook
Vice President, Betsi Shays
Treasurer, Harley Gates
Secretary, Rene’ Stevenson
Carolina Barksdale
Sharon Shenk
Ange Oteri
Sarah Everhart
Don Bibb
Kathy Lash
Chief Anthony Smith
Barbara Burkhardt
Debbie Collison
Richard Berntsen
Mattie Fountain
Vastine Holliday
Rev. William Wallace
Lee Yerkes
SUPPORT STAFF
Pam Phillips
Karen Moaney
Ange Oteri
Rose Palombo
Amy DeWitt
Bruce Bailey
The St. Michaels Running Festival, now in its 4th year, is one of the premier destination races in the Mid-Atlantic.
Based in one of the oldest waterfront towns on the Chesapeake, runners will be treated to gorgeous water views, a quick
mile past charming main street shops for the 10k and half marathon and a rockin’ after-party in downtown St. Michaels. This
year also includes a 1k Kids Fun Run for children ages 12 and
younger. All children will receive a race shirt, race bib and
finish line food/drink! Registration fees are $25. The run
benefits the St. Michaels Community Center and SMYLE.
Prior to the race, come to our expo on Friday for insights
from the experts, live music and great SWAG provided by
our great sponsors. This event is family friendly so whether
you want to set a new PR or come out and take it easy as a family or group, you’re sure to have a wonderful time at the 4th St.
Michaels Running Festival! To learn more and to register, visit their website at www.stmichaelsrunningfestival.com.
Helps Here!
Many of our programs
are also partially
funded by The Talbot
FamilyNetwork, Christmas in St. Michaels,
TCAC, The Rotary of
St. Michaels and The
Commissioners of St.
Michaels.
Acting Up
$25
Art Class
$15
ADULT CLASSES
Beginner Tap with Sharon Gilroy, Monday evenings from 6 - 7 pm starting Feb. 9, running through April 13 at SMCC . Class
fee is $60 for the 10 weeks. Bring your own tap shoes and prepare to have lots of fun! Call 410-745-6073 to register.
Scrumptious Soups & Stews with Sharon Gilroy, Tuesdays, Feb. 17, 24 and March 3 & 10 from 11:30 am to 2 pm at SMCC . Call
410-745-6073 to register. Class fee is $50 for 4 wks. Learn to make absolutely delicious winter meals to share with family and
friends or freeze for later. Class size is limited to 5 so call now 410-745-6073.
Recycled Beaded Necklace Workshop with Barbara Barrowcliff, March 15 from 11am to 3pm at SMCC. To register call 410745-6073. This class we’ll use pieces of your old jewelry and recycle them into a rosary style wrapped necklace and make it
funky and fun. We will use antique bronze wire and findings to make this have great bohemian look. I’ll provide the wire,
inspiration, and findings, you provide the old necklaces, your own tools and creative energy. Class fee is $55. Tool list and
supplies needed will be sent by email with registration. Bring your own brown bag lunch or snacks.
Mermaid Necklace Workshop with Barbara Barrowcliff, March 22, 11am - 3pm at SMCC. In this class, we’ll assemble assorted
sea memorabilia to make a stunning necklace for Spring and summer. Bring your charms, sea glass favorites and loose pearls
and your own tools. We’ll provide the chain, wire, clasps and assorted charms and a lot of inspiration and design ideas. A
list of tools and items to bring will be provided at registration. Class Fee is $55. Bring your own brown bag lunch or snacks.
Call 410-745-6073 to register.
ON-GOING PROGRAMS AND CLASSES AT SMCC
Every Tuesday - Chair Yoga, 10:15 - 11 a.m.at the St. Michaels Housing Authority Community Room with Linda Barrow. No
charge, everyone welcome.
Every Wednesday, 6 - 8 p.m. and Sundays from Noon to 4 p.m. Mosaics with Jen Wagner. Stained Glass Window Project, $250
fee includes instruction, supplies and use of tools. No time limit. Other projects priced individually. Contact Jen at 443-5214084.
Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, Duck Carving Class with Master Carver, Larry Parker. Everyone welcome from novice to pro. Fee based by project.
Last Saturday of the Month - Artisan Market, at SMCC, 8am to Noon, May 30, June 27, July 25, and August 29. Tables for rent
for $20 to local hand-crafters and artisans. Call 410-745-6073 to sign up.
Also, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Community Tennis, 8:30 a.m. at the courts at the St. Michaels High School. Moderate to intermediate players are welcome to join. No charge. Call 410-745-9589.
Every Wednesday - Senior Lunch Gathering from 10:30 - 12:30 at Railroad Avenue, no charge, donations requested
for lunch, provided by Upper Shore Aging. Activities vary weekly. Week 1 - Bingo, Week 2 - YMCA Brain Games, Week
3 - Art/Crafts, Week 4 - guest speaker. All are welcome.
to register call 410-745-5102
Join us as we present: Chaos in Fairy Tale Forest. Lively show is jam packed with clever dialogue, mad cap action, and uprorarious twists to Fairy Land like you’ve never seen or heard before. Class begins
February 2 and runs thru March 30th at SMCC . Class is open to 2nd -5th graders. Presentation of play will take place on Tuesday, March 31st at the SMHS auditorium. Time is from 2:35 - 4:30. From 4:30-5
PM - we will offer homework assistance, light dinner and play time.
Like Art? Aspire to be an artist? Join us as we explore different mediums of art thru this course taught by the St Michaels Art Leauge. At the conclusion of the course, we will hold a reception of the children’s
artwork at the SM branch of the Library. Open to ages K-5th grade. Class begins on April 13 and runs thru May 18th. Class will be right after school til 4:30. Class held at SMCC . From 4:30-5 PM - we will
offer homework assistance, light dinner and play time.
Dance, Dance, Dance $10
Come out and have some fun dancing! Mrs. Rice will be offering a dance class. Students will learn about the importance of stretching, first through fourth positions in ballet, the difference between jazz and
ballet movements as well as a short routine they can practice at home. Class will run from February 2 thru April 27. Ages K thru 3rd grade. Time is 2:35 - 4. Students will meet in Mrs. Rice’s room.
TUESDAY
American Girl Doll Club $25
Explore the world of American Girl. For 14 weeks girls will learn about the historical characters, do themed crafts, play games and celebrate the star within themselves. Girls are welcome to bring their
dolls or a stuffed animal each week. Class will begin February 3rd and run thru May 5th. Class will be held at SMES from 2:35-4 and is open to girls in grades 1-4.
Up for the Challenge - Growing Healthy Habits
$20
Like to cook? Like to garden? Would you like to learn? Come out to this “new” program and learn all about having fun in the kitchen, eating healthy and gardening. Field trips and hands on activities. Class
begins February 3 and runs thru May 5th. Open to ages K-5. Class will begin at 2:35 and run til 4:30 Class is held at SMCC. Class size is limited so sign up early. We will offer homework assistance and play
time from 4:30-5.
WEDNESDAY
Jr Police Academy
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays - Chess Club from 1 - 3 p.m., SMCC, no charge, everyone welcome from novice to expert.
St. Michaels Community Center
103 Railroad Ave.
P.O. Box 354
St. Michaels, MD 21663
410-745-6073
www.stmichaelscc.org
Yo u t h P r o g r a m s
MONDAY
Free
Ever wonder about law enforcement? Come out and learn all about police work, why we have laws and how they are enforced. Field trips to various law agencies and more. Graduation ceremony to take
place at end of course. Sign up early, class size is limited. Class will be held at SMCC and is open to students in 3rd thru 5th grade. Class will begin March 4th and run thru April 22nd. Graduation will be
April 29th.
Arts & Crafts
$20
Come see Ms. Amy for an afternoon of arts and crafts. We will be making an assortment of fun and unusual crafts. Expect the unexpected. Class will begin on 2/4 and run thru 5/6. Open to ages K-5th
grade. Class will start right after school at SMCC and run til 4:30. From 4:30-5 we will offer a light dinner and homework assistance.
Girls Run for Fun
$20
Join us in this girls only program. Ms. Susanne is looking forward to meeting some young ladies who would like to start running and form new friendships. We will be running, excersing and participating in team building and more. Open to ages 3rd thru 5th grade. Class will start on 2/18 thru 5/13 and will be held at SMES right after school until 4:00 PM. We will end the year by participating in the St
Michaels Running Festival. It’s gonna be fun - don’t miss
THURSDAY
Intro to Wood Carving
$25
Learn to...carve...sand...paint...mount...This is a beginners class for children 9-12 years of age interested in working with wood. We will be using a power tool (dremel) and a wood burning detailer to
shape, sand, and define the natural details of a shorebird. The class will also sharpen skills of measuring and learning to follow a pattern. Class will be held at SMCC. Class will begin on Feb 12th and run
thru March 5th. It will begin right after school until 4:00. This class is limited to 8 children. Please sign up early.
Hodge Podge
$20
Join us for fun and games. Each week we will have a special guest here to offer a fun and exciting activity. From cooking, crafts, and science. Anything you can think of. Open to ages K-5th grade. Class is
right after school at SMCC until 4 and then from 4-5 is board games and wii.
The St. Michaels Community Center (SMCC), The Royal Oak United MethodistChurch (ROUMC) and the St MichaelsYMCA have teamed to offer winter/spring programs for middle school
students. For any additional information call SMCC at 410-745-5102 or the St. Michaels YMCA at 745-5963.
“It takes a village….”
If you’ve ever wondered how you could make a difference in your community, consider what a monetary contribution could do. It can support
a center where children go to find a safe, supervised place to play and learn. It can provide our senior citizens with healthy and fun activities, continuing education and good meals. It can support family events and community activites like holiday dinners, summer concerts and
neighborhood block parties and much, much more. Any gift amount would go a long way towards helping to keep our community strong
and vibrant. Thank you for your support and friendship!
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