the Dance Palace Bulletin

Events, Classes and Information
Winter/Spring 2016
Geoff Hoyle in “Lear’s Shadow” • Inverness Garden Club
Presents ! Bats ! • Free Tax Prep Saturday • Dance Palace
Community Awards Banquet • Mother Ireland • An Evening
with Isabele Allende • Recycle Circus • Kids Musical Theater
2016 dance palace
board of directors
Kathryn Lino, President, Business Owner
Ernesto Sanchez, Vice President, Artist
Audrey Piper, Treasurer, Business Person
Meghan Sullivan, Secretary, Family Nurse
Practitioner
Terry Aleshire, Retired Private Investigator
Steven Horvat, Carpenter
Astrid Lindo, Interior Designer
Bob Johnston, Retired Professor
Heidi Koenig, Archaeologist
Trish McEneany, Retired Realtor
Carla Ruff, Publishing Consultant
Jane Stringer, Retired Health Professional
Elizabeth Zarlengo, Retired Occupational
Therapist
dance palace staff
Alison Marks, Executive Director
Chris Grace, Administrative Coordinator
Rick Didia, Technical Director
Kelly McRae, Events Manager
Cover Art, Christine DeCamp
table of contents
Note from our ED. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Event Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Events February . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Events March . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Events April . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Classes and Workshops . . . . . . . 8
Art in the Lobby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fitness & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . 8
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Kids & Teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Community Meetings/Groups . . 12
Community Programs . . . . . . . 13
DP Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DP Supporters . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18
DP Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Artist Statement
“I have been an artist as long as I can
remember working in many different
mediums, but I always come back to painting
as my first love. I moved to Point Reyes 24
years ago and it was like coming home,
because I grew up in the Allegheny National
Forest and wild nature and creatures have
always been my friends and teachers. The
paintings are gouache on paper or acrylic on
canvas and the images reflect the magic I see
in the world.”
Bulletin design, Deirdre Nemmers
[email protected]
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note from our executive director
Dear friends,
Warm wishes for 2016. A big thank you
to the West Marin Community for the
generous support we have received this past
year. Your participation has allowed us to
offer our many performances, classes and
programs for children, adults and seniors.
We could not do it without you.
With the New Year comes another transition for the Dance Palace, the retirement of
board president, Ann Emanuels. Ann has
tirelessly guided us for six years with dedication, intelligence, humor and grace. Her
contributions are too numerous to name.
With appreciation we wish her many new
adventures in her next phase.
Please join us this
spring. We have a full
schedule of events,
including the West Marin
premiere of Geoff Hoyle’s
original solo show Lear’s
Shadow, An Evening with Isabele Allende,
the first Dance Palace Community Awards
Banquet and piano concerts with Thomas
Schulz and Paul Smith. And don’t miss our
Kids Musical Theater program, Press Start,
a wacky comedy about vintage video.
With warm regards,
Alison Marks
Executive Director
winter/spring summary
February
Saturday, February. 6, 7:30 PM, An
Evening with Barbara Borden & Friends
Tuesday, February. 9, 10 AM & 11 AM,
Groovy Gravity - Schools Performance
Saturday, February. 13, 8 PM, Sweethearts
of the Radio - KWMR
Saturday, February. 20, 7 PM, Geoff Hoyle
in “Lear’s Shadow”
Friday, February. 26, 7 PM, Inverness
Garden Club Presents ! Bats !
Saturday, February. 27, 10 AM – 2 PM,
Free Tax Prep Saturday
Saturday, February. 27, 8 PM, What / Now
Sunday, February. 28, 2 PM, Thomas
Schultz – Piano Concert
March
Saturday, March 5, 5 PM, Dance Palace
Community Awards Banquet
Tuesday, March 15, 10 AM & 11 AM,
Masque Unit: Jack and the Beanstalk –
Schools Performance
Sunday, March 20, 2 PM, Mother Ireland
April
Saturday, April 2, 7:30 PM, Paul Smith
Piano Recital
Sunday, April 3, Time: TBA, Inverness
Garden Club Primrose Tea
Saturday, April 9, 7 PM, Bill Press:
Reading & Conversation
Saturday, April 16, 7 PM, An Evening with
Isabele Allende
Sunday, April 17, 10 AM – 2 PM, Recycle
Circus
Friday, April 22, Saturday, April 23 &
Sunday, April 24, Point Reyes Birding and
Nature Festival
Saturday & Sunday, April 29 & 30, 7:30
PM Kids Musical Theater Performance
For information on books, events
or subscribe to e-newsletter
call 415-663-1542
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events
See Dance Palace events for half price!
Did you know you applying for a Dance
Palace Gold Card is easy and if you are low
income it allows you to see most Dance
Palace events for half price?
Contact Administrative Coordinator, Chris
FEBRUARY
KEEPER OF THE BEAT: A WOMAN’S
JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF
DRUMMING
In this hour-long documentary, Barbara
Borden, an acclaimed 70-year-old Mill Valley
drummer, composer, and teacher, tells her
story in eloquent words and toe-tapping
music. Keeper of the Beat showcases the
unfolding of Barbara’s identity as she grows
from a little girl in love with drumming
to a world-class percussionist practicing
“drumbeat diplomacy.” Filmed on four
continents. Film screening followed by a
live performance featuring Barbara Borden
and Point Reyes Multi-instrumentalist
Joyce Kouffman. David Brown will appear
for a Q&A. Presented by Point Reyes Books.
Tickets Online:www.ptreyesbooks.com or call
415-663-1452
Saturday, February 6, 7:30 PM / Tickets
$15 Advance, $20 Door
Ken & Sam Levin
WINDOW CLEANING
WE CLEAN SOLAR
PANELS AND GUTTERS
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Grace at [email protected] for more
details.
Or even better, see our shows for free
–by volunteering to help sell tickets, stack
chairs or sell concessions.
SWEETHEARTS OF THE RADIO
A long-standing KWMR tradition! The concert
features four acts in concert with emcees.
Big thanks to Paul Knight for helping to
produce the line-up and providing sound
engineering. The concert is a celebration of
loving local radio and great music and is held
near Valentine's Day each year. Featuring:
Suzy and Eric Thompson, Sheila Golden and
Will Fourt, Claudia Russell and Bruce Kaplan,
Amber Cross and James Moore. Doors at
7pm and Concert at 8pm. Wonderful desserts
and beverages sold on site. A benefit for
KWMR, West Marin Community Radio for
tickets and more information go to www.
kwmr.org or call (415) 663-8068.
Saturday, February 13, 7 PM Doors, 8 PM
Concert / Tickets $25
GEOFF HOYLE IN “LEAR’S SHADOW”
A new solo show written and performed by
Geoff Hoyle
Created in collaboration with David Ford
Additional material: W. Shakespeare
King Lear retires, dividing his kingdom
between his daughters. And that's where
the trouble begins... Now, the king's jester,
recently unemployed, plays all the parts to
tell his side of the story. (Jokes. Violence.
Storm advisory. Parents strongly cautioned.)
90 minutes. No intermission. Recommended
for ages15 and up. Geoff Hoyle is a renowned
humorist, clown and master of physical
comedy. He made his mark as the beloved
clown “Mr. Sniff” in the Pickle Family Circus
and originated the role of “Zasu” in the Lion
King on Broadway. All proceeds for this
performance benefit the Dance Palace
Community & Cultural Center.
Saturday, February 20, 7 PM / Tickets
$25 General
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DANCE PALACE COMMUNITY
AWARDS BANQUET
Saturday, March 5, 5 pm
This Awards Banquet is a West Marin Community event
to honor those who have made outstanding
contributions to the greater good of the community.
We're delighted to honor local heroes
Chris Giacomini and Ann Emanuels
for their extraordinary service and leadership.
Please join us for this evening of celebration!
! BATS ! (REAL LIVE BATS!)
Meet real, live bats and learn about these
amazing, hardworking creatures.
Also enjoy a luscious table of homemade
desserts!
This is the third annual fundraiser for the
Dance Palace Community & Cultural Center
and is brought to you by the Inverness Garden
Club and Audubon Canyon Ranch.
Bats and their keepers and a speaker
from Northern California Bats, committed
to bat rescue and education. Go to www.
dancepalace.org for tickets and more
information.
Friday, February 26, 7 PM / Tickets $20
in advance or at the door.
FREE TAX PREP SATURDAY
Free income tax assistance for low-income
West Marin residents; coordinated by AARP
Tax-Aide, Dance Palace, and West Marin
Community Resource Center.
Please call 415-663-8361 for appointments.
Saturday, February 27, 10:00 AM – 2:00
PM / Free
WHAT / NOW
This is original performance art by six female
solo artists—fringe theater, uncommonsong-with-accordion, movement art,
physical theater, and more. WHAT/NOW
spotlights the edgy and innovative work of
artists from across the Bay Area. Join Claire
Peaslee, Olivia Corson, Catherine Debon,
Meg Anderson, Karen Penley, and Rosemary
Hannon -- and surprise musical guests -for an unforgettable evening (for a mature
audience).
Saturday, February 27, 8 PM / Tickets
$25 at the door
THOMAS SCHULTZ – PIANO CONCERT
Thomas Schultz has established an
international reputation both as an
interpreter of music from the classical
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tradition—particularly Bach, Beethoven,
Schubert and Liszt—and as one of the
leading exponents of the music of our time.
His recitals are notable for programming that
celebrates the continuing vitality of the piano
repertoire, juxtaposing the old and the new.
He has worked closely with such eminent
composers as Cage, Feldman, Wolff, Brown,
Hyo-shin Na and Elliot Carter (the Double
Concerto at the Colorado Music Festival
and at Alice Tully Hall in New York). Schultz
has been a member of the piano faculty
at Stanford University since 1994. Sunday,
February 28, 2 PM / Tickets $22 general,
$20 seniors, $11 Kids/Teens
MARCH
DANCE PALACE COMMUNITY AWARDS
BANQUET
This Community Awards Banquet is the
first event to honor those who have made
outstanding contributions to the greater good
of the community. Honoring two of our local
heroes Chris Giacomini, community leader
and owner of Toby’s Feed Barn and Ann
Emanuels, Dance Palace Board President
2012-2016 and volunteer for extraordinary
service and leadership. This promises to
be a festive evening with a reception and
catered dinner followed by entertainment,
a live auction and the awards ceremony.
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Please join us for this evening of celebration.
Space is limited, so reserve your tickets now!
Tickets available at www.dancepalace.org or
by calling the office at 415-663-1075. The
Community Awards Banquet is sponsored by
and benefits the Dance Palace Community
and Cultural Center.
Saturday, March 5, 5 – 9PM / Tickets $75
per person
MOTHER IRELAND
Mother Ireland is a
magical celebration
of all things Irish
with musicians,
storytellers
and singers.
Featuring: Celtic
musicians; Irish
Dancers from the
Brosnan School;
Silverstrings, a
musical
family; Bolinas
storyteller Neshama
Franklin; singer Debbie Daly; Plus an Irish
sing-a-long, silent auction, Irish coffee, soda
bread and other food and drinks for sale.
Benefit for KWMR, Dance Palace Community
& Cultural Center and Sacred Heart Parish.
Sunday, March 20, 2 PM, $10 at the door
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APRIL
PAUL SMITH PIANO RECITAL
Paul Smith, a native of Fort Worth, Texas,
a prize winner in both national and
international piano competitions, as well as
a participant in the US State Department's
Artistic Ambassador program. Since arriving
in Marin County, he has devoted himself
to the cultural life of the county through
his performances as soloist and chamber
player, director of several new music
ensembles as well as serving as music
director of the Mountain Play for 27 years.
He has performed as piano soloist with the
Marin Symphony and is artistic director of
Contemporary Opera Marin. He is director
of classical music for KWMR, and founder
and artistic director of the Music From
Marin Summer Festival. Most recently, he
was given the Sali Lieberman Award for
contributions to the cultural life of Marin
County. Saturday, April 2, 7:00PM, Free
Admission
Inverness Garden Club Primrose Tea
Save the Date
Sunday, April 3
BUYER’S REMORSE: HOW OBAMA LET
PROGRESSIVES DOWN — A READING &
CONVERSATION WITH BILL PRESS
Bill Press, prominent liberal syndicated
radio and television
host (and part-time
Inverness resident),
concisely explains the
many ways he says
President Obama has
failed to live up to
either his promises
or his progressive
potential. In his new
book, Press reflects
back on what for
many progressives
has been a
disappointing
presidency and comes
to a depressing conclusion: Obama
grossly misunderstood the mandate of the
enthusiastic crowds that swarmed him on
the campaign trail. Instead of recognizing
their burning desire for strong progressive
leadership, Obama tried to be a “postpartisan” president. According to Press, he
leaves his supporters haunted by what might
have been. Whether you agree or disagree,
this will be a lively evening. Presented by
Point Reyes Books and the Dance Palace
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Community & Cultural Center.
Saturday, April 9, 7 PM / Tickets $10
available at Point Reyes Books and at the
door.
AN EVENING WITH
ISABEL ALLENDE: TO
BENEFIT THE DANCE
PALACE
Chilean writer Isabel
Allende, a longtime
Marin County
resident, won
worldwide acclaim
with her bestselling
first novel, The House of the
Spirits, which also established her as a
feminist force in Latin America’s maledominated literary world. She has since
written some 20 more books, including her
latest novel, The Japanese Lover. Known for
writing in the literary style of magic realism,
Allende is adept at marvelous surprises. At
this evening benefit for the Dance Palace
Community & Cultural Center, she will read
a little, converse a little, answer questions,
and more. Sponsored by Point Reyes Books
and the Dance Palace.
Location: West Marin School.
Saturday, April 16, 7:30 PM / Tickets
$20 available in advance at www.
dancepalace.org or call 415-663-1075.
RECYCLE CIRCUS 2016
The Recycle Circus is coming! The following
are accepted items: books, electronics sports
equipment, clothes, kitchen and garden
items, toys, building supplies, and household
items in useable condition. No toxins, car
tires, large appliances, stuffed furniture, or
mattresses. Please bring your items from 10
AM–2 PM only. The Recycle Circus is brought
to you free by the volunteer efforts of Waste
Free Now. To volunteer, contact Madeline at
415-663-9087.
Sunday, April 17, 10 AM – 2 PM
THE 2016 ANNUAL POINT REYES
BIRDING AND NATURE FESTIVAL
FEATURING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS PAUL
BANNICK, AND RON LE VALLEY
Join us for three days of field events where
participants will see migrating seabirds,
waterfowl, resident and migrant land birds,
raptors, alcids, and owls. In addition to the
unique birding opportunities, there are
stunning wildflower displays, butterflies,
dragonflies, migrating whales, elephant
seals, sea lions, and Tule elk! Ron Le Valley
is our keynote speaker for our Friday night
dessert and wine tasting. Ron’s talk will
focus on our changing climate, and warming
ocean and how this could affect our local
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climate and ocean. Join us Saturday night for
a Happy Hour and Silent Auction, followed
by a banquet dinner and featured keynote by
Paul Bannick. Paul will take our audience
on a visual and auditory exploration of the
habitats of Western North American owls and
woodpeckers that most define and enrich
these places.
Tickets on sale February 17th to
EAC members and February 20th to
the general public. Join EAC before
January 31st to guarantee early-bird
registration. More information at www.
PointReyesBirdingFestival.org.
Friday, April 22, Saturday, April 23 &
Sunday, April 24. Times vary.
KIDS’ MUSICAL THEATER PRESENTS:
PRESS START
Press Start is a wacky comedy about vintage
video game characters putting on a musical
fundraiser and has lots of fantastic parts
for boys and girls ages 6 to 12. Press Start
transports us inside the bright, pixelated
world of video games with hilarious and
heartfelt musical numbers.
Friday & Saturday, April 29 & 30, 7:30 PM
and Sunday, May 1, 2 PM / Tickets $10
general, $5 kids/students at the door
Open Monday–Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 10am–4pm
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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.
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.
Art in the Lobby
Sundays ongoing, 10AM–noon / $15 /
children free
January 19 – February 23:
Christine deCamp (Painting)
February 24 – March 29:
Connie Mery (Painting)
March 30 – May 9: John Longstreth
(Nature Photography)
WEST MARIN CONTACT JAM
The West Marin Contact Jam invites
participants to explore some of the basic
principles of Contact Improvisation
Dance, such as weight sharing, touch
and momentum. This jam is friendly and
inclusive. It offers a safe space to practice
and explore this dance form. Some
experience is recommended, but we will
happily introduce the form to anyone who
would like to experience it. Jam hosted by
Maica Folch and Cory Vangelder. Questions?
[email protected]
Sundays, January 31, 11 AM – 1:30 PM,
February 28 12:30 – 3 PM, March 20, 1:30 – 3
PM/ $8 – $20 sliding scale
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, 663-1289
Wednesdays ongoing, 5:30 – 6:45PM /
$15 per month / $5 drop-in
ECSTATIC DANCE WEST MARIN
Ecstatic Dance is free-form dance, an
invitation to come as you are and move how
you want. Why ‘ecstatic’? Because it feels
so good to discover your own moment-bymoment dance! Often, without even trying,
stuck patterns in the body, emotions and
mind are released.
No previous dance experience or partner
needed. Everyone, including families, are
welcome; children free. Lightly facilitated
with guided opening and closure. Mostly open
time for you to explore different rhythms,
movements, your inner journey, and to
have fun with the music playlist. Facilitated
by Taira Restar and guests. Taira teaches
and coaches internationally in service of
well being. She has 30 years of experience
facilitating dance classes and events.
Instructor: Taira Restar, www.tairarestar.
com. Visit the website for more details.
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Fitness &
Wellness
AIKIDO WITH BRUCE FOX
Aikido is a non-aggressive system of selfdefense. 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
EXPERIENCE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF
TAI CHI AND QIGONG FOR ALL AGES In this special introduction to his weekly
class, expert local instructor Chris Anderl
will lead you through the gentle, circular
movements of these ancient Energy Arts and
Sciences. Tap into the healing resources of
Nature and feel the rivers of Qi (Chi, Energy)
flow throughout your body, mind, and spirit. This is the most comprehensive workout on
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the planet.
Chris Anderl, M.A., Ph.D
(ABD) has produced 4 Tai Chi/
Qigong instructional DVDs
(recommended by NY Times
Best-selling author Dr. Larry
Dossey, MD), and 2 books and
1 audio CD of creative writing.
He uses levity to overcome
gravity. To learn more go to:
www.TaiChiNature.us RSVP
appreciated but not required: [email protected] or 415250-7219,
Friday, February 12, 11 AM –
12 PM, Free
FLOATING ISLAND SANGHA
Floating Island Sangha is 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
using “the other hand.” For more details
contact the Dance Palace at 415-663-1075.
Mondays ongoing, 7:45–9:45 PM
TUESDAY MORNING PILATES
Elevate your well being through mindful
movement. Increase body awareness, build
core strength and improve your stamina. This
class moves at a deliberate pace and is best
suited to those who have Pilates experience.
Come Enjoy Pilates! Instructor: Audrey Piper,
[email protected], (415) 755-5723,
Tuesdays, 8 - 9AM / $88 per 8-week
session / $16 drop-in
TAI CHI & QIGONG FOR NATURAL HEALTH
Come breathe, move, and play with
fundamental techniques of self-healing. We
stimulate every cell in our bodies, loosen all
the joints for mobility, and improve the flow
of Qi (life energy) in our meridian system.
We will flow with an easy five-minute Qigong
Tai Chi style that improves balance and
coordination, and harmonizes our energy.
We use levity to balance gravity : ) We finish
each class with quiet standing or sitting to
allow integration and healing of body-mindspirit energies. www.TaiChiNature.us please
contact instructor before attending first class.
Fridays, on-going, 10:30 – 11:30
AM. Sliding scale: $15 drop-in per class
or $40 per month. Instructor: Chris
Anderl, 415-250-7219
THURSDAY MORNING PILATES
Elevate your well being through mindful
movement. Increase body awareness, build
core strength and improve your stamina.
This class will move at a moderate pace and
all levels are welcome. Learn how to apply
sound movement principals to your daily
activities. Come Enjoy Pilates! Instructor:
Audrey Piper, [email protected],
(415) 755-5723,
Thursdays, 8 - 9AM / $88 per 8-week
session / $16 drop-in
TAI CHI CHU’AN
We practice the form taught by Sifu
Kuo Lien Ying who certified Ellen to
teach in 1981. Beginner’s get individual
instruction. The class is held outside, unless
it is raining. Please call before first class.
Instructor: Ellen Serber, 415-663-1662,
mydailyyoga. com; assisted by Celeste Woo
and Barbara Cellers. Call before attending
the first class.
Sundays ongoing, 8:30–10 AM / $40 per
month PING PONG RIGHT BRAIN EXPLORATION
Table tennis is a sport for all ages! Enjoy
doubles ping pong or the occasional game
THE HEALING STATION
As a young child Colleen Lindstrom was told
she was sensitive, having no idea one day it
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would be her greatest gift. Colleen’s gentle
specific approach frees up life force and
aligns one to their clear higher vibration. She
achieves this through network chiropractic,
cranial sacral, and quantum touch. She
loves helping all people and specializes in
pregnancy, pediatric and family chiropractic
care. For more information call 415- 6377809 or email [email protected]
Mondays & Wednesdays on-going, 1–3 PM
ZUMBA MONDAY
Ditch the workout and 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, 669-7112
Mondays ongoing, 6-–7 PM / $75 for 1
month / $100 for 10 classes anytime
card, $15 drop-in
General
COMMON VOICE SPRING 2016 SEASON
Common Voice is the community choir of
West Marin, with chapters in Point Reyes,
Bolinas and Stinson Beach. Tim Weed and
Debbie Daly founded Common Voice in
2013 at the Dance Palace in Point Reyes.
The choir has grown to 85 members and is
Sound Orchard's flagship program. All voices
are welcome and there are no auditions.
Scholarships are provided for low-income
community members. For more information
call 415-663-4018 or email: mail@
commonvoicechoir.org
Tuesdays 7:00-8:30 PM, March 1 – April
26 (No class March 29) Early Bird Dues:
$200/ $225 after March 18
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
This course is intended for adults with limited
Spanish language skills who have
Interests in Spanish for work, travels, or to
better communicate with our local
Spanish-speaking community. Advance
registration required. Call 415-663-1075
for information and registration.
Thursdays, 6–8 PM, February 4 – March
24. Instructor: Brian Kirven / $110 for 8
weeks, $140 includes first time cost for
materials
CREATIVE CERAMICS FOR ADULTS
Come join us for Creative Ceramics for
Adults. In this class we will be making hand
built,
low-fire pieces. A variety of techniques will
be explored including the glazing process.
No previous experience is necessary. The
emphasis is on exploration and having fun.
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The class is taught by West Marin ceramic
artist, Laurie Curtis, for more information
go to www.lauriecurtis.net or call the Dance
Palace at 415-663-1075 to register.
Tuesdays, Session 1: January 5 –
February 23, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Session 2: 9AM–Noon / $170 for 8 weeks,
includes materials
INTUITION
This workshop is for those interested in
developing or increasing their intuition or
psychic ability, to utilized it for their work or
their personal lives.
Come to become more receptive to and to
learn to trust your own 'knowing'. Class size
limited to 16. Taught by Janica Anderson information and registration
[email protected] or 707-878-9978
Wednesdays, February 3 – March 9, 7 – 9
PM / $95 for 6 classes
Kids & Teens
AFTER-SCHOOL ART
Expose your children to this multicultural
program taught in English and Spanish for
children ages 5–12. The children will use
a variety of materials to develop their own
unique expressions. Instructors: Colleen
Conley, Eileen Puppo, and Dolores Gonzalez.
To register, call Eileen at 415-488-1621 or
email [email protected].
Wednesdays, 3:15–4:30 PM, Session
1: January 6 – February 10, Session 2:
February 7 – April 16 (No class March 2 &
30) Session 3: April 13 – June 1 /$60 / 6
week sessions
AIKIDO FOR KIDS
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks
to resolve conflict without harming the
attacker. Children find that aikido helps them
learn to get along, builds self-confidence,
and develops focus, good manners, and
calmness. Training develops physical
coordination and balance. Ruth Lopez is the
children’s aikido program director at Aikido of
Marin. Contact Ruth for more information at
415-663-8801 or email kangaruth17@gmail.
com.
Ages 5 to 7: Tuesdays, 3:15 – 4:15 PM.
Ages 8 to 13: Tuesdays, 4:15 – 5 PM.
Session 1: January 5 – February 9;
Session 2: February 16 – March 22 / $60
for 6 weeks
KIDS’ MUSICAL THEATER SPRING 2016
KMT provides the opportunity for children
to explore the skills of acting, improvisation,
singing, and dance through musical theater.
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SEATED ZUMBA WITH CATHY DAVIS
Join us for Seated Zumba, a fusion of rhythm
and movement designed for seniors to get
a workout in your chair without feeling like
you’re working! Instructor: Cathy Davis, 415669-7112 or call the Dance Palace at 415663-1075. Hosted by Marin Health & Human
Services, West Marin Senior Services and the
Dance Palace.
Thursdays ongoing, 11:30 AM – 12 Noon
/ Free or by donation
Seated Zumba with Cathy Davis
Teamwork is emphasized as kids work
together towards performing the play Press
Start at the Dance Palace April 29 – May
1. (Ages 6 - 12) Instructor: Melissa Claire.
Contact the Dance Palace to register at 415663-1075 or e-mail [email protected].
Mondays, 3:30 – 5 PM beginning January
11 – April 25 / $210 for 14 weeks
Performances: Friday & Saturday, April
29 & 30 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 1 at
2 PM
AFTERCARE
Supervised child-care and homework
assistance. Important note: Minimum of
five children must sign-up in order to run
the program. Additional days will be added
based on enrollment and need. To register for
aftercare contact the Dance Palace at 415663-1075.
Wednesday, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
$8 per day pre-registered / $10 drop-in
pay upon pick up
Seniors
EXERCISE FOR LIFE WITH MARY SALMON
Designed for seniors to improve balance,
breathing and well-being. Exercises include
warm-ups, aerobics, stretching, weights
and dance moves. Enhance your physical
performance, heighten your senses and
decrease stress and anxiety. Come join
us and improve your physical capabilities!
Instructor: Mary Salmon. Call the Dance
Palace to sign-up 415-663-1075.
Mondays & Wednesdays ongoing, 11:15
AM–12:15 PM / $35–45 per month / $10
drop-in
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TAI CHI & QIGONG FOR NATURAL HEALTH
Come breathe, move, and play with
fundamental techniques of self-healing.
We stimulate every cell in our bodies for
detoxification, loosen all the joints for
mobility, and improve the flow of Qi (life
energy) in our meridian system. We will flow
with an easy five-minute Qigong Tai Chi style
that improves balance and coordination, and
harmonizes our energy with the Universe.
We use levity to balance gravity : ) we finish
each class with quiet standing or sitting to
allow integration and healing of body-mindspirit energies. Sliding scale: $15 drop-in or
$40 per month; scholarships available for
lower income students. Please contact before
attending first class.
Instructor: Chris Anderl, 415-250-7219
www.TaiChiNature.us.
Fridays, on-going, 10:30 AM - 11:30
AM, Sliding scale: $15 drop-in or $40 per
month
OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE
COURTROOM DRAMA IN THE MOVIES
AND THEATER
Power, sex, and money are often concocted
to create notorious courtroom dramas. Our
cases are the impeachment trial of President
Clinton (Monica Lewinsky), the $65 billion
financial fraud of Bernard L. Madoff, and the
demise of Mafia Czar John Gotti. We will
use movies to help us understand how these
cases occurred. We will also study films of
California trials about the illegality of the
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Japanese-American incarceration of World
War II and the trial of heiress Patty Hearst.
Instructor: Oak Dowling, JD
Fridays, January 22 – February 26, 2016
1:30 – 3:15 PM / $120 plus $30
membership fee for more information go
to www.domincan.edu/academics/osher.
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: 415-663-1075
for more information.
Fridays ongoing, 10:15 AM–noon / Free
POINT REYES COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
Break bread with your friends at the
community luncheon held every Thursday
from 12 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
Yoga
GENTLE PILATES
Elevate your well-being through mindful
movement. Increase body awareness, build
core strength and improve your stamina.
During this seated class, you’ll perform
exercises based on the contemporary Pilates
repertoire. Many of the exercises incorporate
props to provide feedback and add fun.
Learn how to apply what you learn in class
to your physical being as you perform your
daily activities. Limited class size. Come
Enjoy Pilates! Instructor: Audrey Piper,
[email protected], (415) 7555723, Tuesdays, 11 AM – 12 PM / $88 per
8-week session / $16 drop-in
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 / $65 for 5
classes / $15 drop-in
MONDAY MORNING YOGA WITH ELLEN
SERBER
Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She is certified in the Iyengar tradition
and continues her studies with Ramanand
Patel. Mindful practice with friends.
Instructor: Ellen Serber, 415- 663-1662, www.mydailyyoga.com
Mondays ongoing, 10–11:30 AM / $40 per
month / $15 drop-in
YOGA WITH ELIZABETH BARNET
Eilzabeth’s focused yoga classes build
strength, balance, and flexibility to integrate
body, mind, and breath. Elizabeth has
been teaching yoga since 1993. Instructor:
Elizabeth Barnet, (415) 669-1291 or (415) 5996134, [email protected]
Fridays ongoing, 9–10:30 AM / $65 for 5
classes (non-consecutive) / $15 drop-in
GENTLE YOGA WITH ELIZABETH BARNET
Eilzabeth’s focused yoga classes build
strength, balance, and flexibility to integrate
body, mind, and breath. Elizabeth has been
teaching yoga since 1993. This gentle yoga
class is designed for those who need a slower
pace. Instructor: Elizabeth Barnet, (415) 6691291 or (415) 599-6134, elizabeth.c.barnet@
gmail.com
Fridays ongoing, 10:45 AM–noon / $65 for
5 classes (non-consecutive) / $15
drop-in
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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WEDNESDAY MORNING PRACTICE—
YOGA WITH KATIE JAY
The practice is deep, mindful, and precise…
oh yeah, and fun! Instructor: Katie Jay,
www.katiejayyoga.com, 415-963-1281
Wednesdays ongoing, 9:30–10:45 AM /
$70 per month/ $130 for 10 classes
SATURDAY MORNING CHURCH YOGA
WITH KATIE JAY
Celebrate and worship the goodness of
body, breath, and being. All levels welcome.
Instructor: Katie Jay, www.katiejayyoga.com,
415-963-1281
Saturdays ongoing, 9:30–11 AM / $70 per
month/ $130 for 10 classes
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
Community
Meetings &
Groups
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.
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
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.
POINT REYES COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
– HOSTED BY WEST MARIN SENIOR
SERVICES
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
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.”
FREE USE OF THE DANCE PALACE
COMMUNITY & CULTURAL CENTER
The Dance Palace is available to community
groups and non-profit organizations on nonweekend 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.
www.dancepalace.org
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are available for students
who wish to enroll in a class who are unable
to afford the full fee. For further information
and application forms,
call 415-663-1075.
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.
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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)
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Palace!
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We gratefully acknowledge the West Marin
Community and all who have supported
the Dance Palace's many programs
and activities in 2015.
SPECIAL BENEFACTORS ($10,000 +)
Xenry and Bob Blitzer
Norman Masonson- Legacy
Anonymous
Anonymous
Anonymous
BENEFACTORS ($5,000 - $9,999)
Lorraine Honig
Arthur Rock and Toni Rembe
Britt and Susie Stitt
Scoby Zook and Kris Brown
ADVOCATES ($2,500 - $4999)
Nancy Bertelsen
Betty Anne Carlin
Kelli and Ken Dunaj
Tony and Sally Torrance
Anonymous
SPECIAL PATRONS ($1,000 - $2,499)
Win Black
Joseph and Maureen Blumenthal
Jim and Pam Campe
Judith Ciani Smith
Phyllis and William Draper
Michael Durrie
Barbara Eastman
Ann and Ken Emanuels
Tom and Gillie Hickman
Michael Hogan and Audrey Piper
Louis Jaffe and Kitty Whitman
Meg Linden
Barry and Linda Linder
Kathy Maxwell
Laura and Rod Marcoux
Carrick and Andy McLaughlin
Bill and Carol Press
Martha and Alan Proctor
Carla Ruff (in Memory of Dr. Bob Mendle)
Frank and Lee Seidner
John and Suzanne Speh
Mary Lee Strebl
Jean Soost
Sean Sullivan and Kathy Callaway
Janet Traub
Peter and Jody Wardle
Helene Wright
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PATRONS ($500 - $999)
Mark and Laura Alderdice
Helen Abe
Hathaway Barry
David and Vicki Cox
Susan Fisher
Richard and Elaine Fohr
Andy Morse and Nancy Galloway
Alexandra and Hanson Gifford
Horizon Cable Company
Gary Ireland and Elizabeth Zarlengo
Louis Jaffe and Kitty Whitman
Arnold and Kate Lepisto
Kathryn and James Lino
Ted and Leeann Lyman
Tom Anderson and Tamia Marg
William Moseley
William Prince and
Theresa Elaine Prince
Wendy Friefeld and Gary Thompson
SPONSORS ($250 - $499)
Terry and Dolly Aleshire
Sydne and Allan Bortel
Bonnie and Richard Clarke
Debbie Daly
Ivan and Sarah Diamond
Ronald Dorp and April Eya
Stephanie Fein
Peter Friedman
Barbara and Tom Gaman
James Grant and Jane Stringer
Tony and Jennifer Griffin
David and Terry Griffiths
Pat Healy
Barbara Heenan and Mark St. John
Lisa Honig
Martha Howard
Inverness Gardening Service
Barbara Jay
Roy and Teresa Jennings
Robert Johnston
Mike Witte and Babs Kavanaugh
Alison Marks and David Keller
Leanne Greentree and Gracie Kolb
Melissa Nelken and Ronald Lee
Diane and John Levy
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Nancy Lubamersky and
Bradford Wickes
Judith and Stanley Lubman
Michael and Trish McEneany
McPhail Fuel Company
Connie and Michael Mery
Katherine and Bridger Mitchell
Sharon Mooney
Harriet Moss
Susan and John Nelson
Eve Anne and Richard Pearson
Jeff Roberts and Katie Gundlach
Ernesto Sanchez
Station House Cafe
Dan Steadman
Elaine and Dwight Straub
Murray and Roberta Suid
Dee Valentine
Bonnie Ruder and Ron Wagner
Kathleen Walsh
Tanis Walters
Tim Weed
Anita Woo and Jim Topinka
FRIENDS (Up to $249)
Frances M Davis Burnette
Jane and Chris Adams
Myn Adess
Doris Allen and Nancy Sakellar
Lorraine Almeida
Sonja Anderson
Lars Anderson
Dina Angress
Norma and Gordon Ashby
Georgeanne and Richard Aston
Scott Atthowe and Patricia Thomas
Larry and Jane Baack
Peter Barnes
Daniel Barton
Stan Gillmar and Kate Baxter
Hilary Bendich
Lee Benzinger
Ron and Susan Berman
Bernard Osher Marin Jewish
Community Center
Montgomery Bissell
Michele Blazek
Martha Borge
Patty Bradford
Dave Brast
Susan Brayton
Ava Jean Brumbaum
Celia and Christopher Burdick
Joe Burgess
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Christa Burgoyne
Meg and Ramon Cadiz
Robert and Jackie Cardwell
Vana Carmona
Pamela and David Carr
Case Management In Home Care
Julie and Brian Cassel
Susan and Joe Cerny
Helen and Paul Chapman
Carrie Chase and Paul Miranda
John and Barbara Chase
City Sewer Plumbing Inc.
Elizabeth Clark
Ruth Fleshman and Cynthia Clarkson
Sheri and George Clyde
Lynn Michael Cohen
Nancy and Ed Conner
Gail and John Connolly
Maureen Cornelia and Peter Sheremeta
Pat Daly
Michel Venghiattis and Dana Davidson
Howard and Ellen Deixler
Greg DeMascio and Lyons Filmer
Mark Dettling
Suzanne and David Donlon
Cathleen Dorinson
Wendy Schwartz and Mark Dowie
Kendra Downey
Drake Highlands Road Maintenance
Association
Kenneth Drexler and Sarah Leach
Robert Eastman
Amanda and Ken Eichstaedt
Evvy Eisen and Wesley Sokolosky
James Okumura and Robin Elder
Karen Gray and Doug Elliott
Larry Enos and Sally Hutchinson
Gayanne Enquist
Environmental Action Committee
of West Marin
Mary Jean Espulgar Rowe
Mary Eubank
Margaret Fall
Gail Fechter and Ann Griffin
Jeffrey and Bonnie Felix
Fibershed
Amy Fischer
Robert Houghteling and Elizabeth Fishel
Roger and Catherine Fleck
Maica Folch
Tenney Ford
Bruce Fox and Shirley Salzman
Ken Fox and Sonja Williams
Michael and Lia Fox
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Martha Frankel and Michael Harrington
Neshama Franklin
Margaret Gault
Nancy and Vernon Genn
Marge Genolio
Ann Gessert and Raul Gallyot
Ciro Giammona
Constance Gilmar
Liza Goldblatt
Joyce Goldfield
Bing Gong and Eleanore Despina
John Gouldthorpe
Douglas and Kathryn Gower
Pamela Gray
Ann Sheree Greenbaum
Martha and Mark Greenough
Lori Griffin
Lucile Griffiths
Janine Guillot and Shannon Wilson
Eleanor Hagler
Steve McKinney and Susan Hall
Kay Hamblin
Colin Hamblin
Joan Hamerman Robbins
Diane Harley
Kathy Hart
Kathleen and Christopher Hartzell
Peter Haurus
Richard and Virginia Havel
Susanna Henderson
Ellen and Frank Heneghan
Donald Hodge
Wade and Sandra Holland
Joyce Hu
Beau and Annie Hudson
Whit and Marnie Jackson
Robert and Susan Janes
Ellis and Deb Jones
Alex Kadrie and Jan Berry Kadrie
Kathleen Kahn
John Littleton and Maria Rosa Kaufman
Jeff, Anne and Raini Kellogg
Tom and Carolina Killion
Karen Kiser and Jeffrey Hickey
Cindy and Ken Knabe
Todd Krish
Stuart and Carrie Kutchins
Jim Lawry and Carol Sweig
Nancy Leavens
Laura Leek
Melinda Leithold
Ken Levin
Leah and Ivan Light
Nancy Light
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Norman and Florence Lind
Doris and Pete Lindfors
Astrid Lindo Hoffman and
Matthew Hoffman
Colleen Lindstrom and
Zachariah Maynard
Toni Littlejohn
Al and Maureen Lizak
Don Lloyd
John and Carolyn Longstreth
Ruth and John Lopez
Sandra Luce
Josh and Lucia Luftig
Linda and Steve Lustig
Dolores Manuel
Marin Head Start/Community
Action Marin
Marsh Cottage
Vivian Mazur
Tim McGowan
Ewell McIsaac
Margreta McKeown
Ulla McLean
Susan Medina
Barbara and Jerry Meral
Mike Meszaros
Virginia Michael
Bruce Mitchell and Nancy Hemmingway
Jim and Julie Monson
John and Susie Monson
John Bishop Montgomery
Marjorie Mohror and Robert Moody
Tony Moore
Dorothy Morgan
Heather Furmidge and Mary Morgan
Connie and Dan Morse
Kate and Jim Fox Munger
Cathy Nason
Don and Patty Neubacher
Catherine Caufield and Terry Nordbye
Marcia and Ed Nute
Cindy Ohama
Mary Olsen
Earle Owen
Robert Page
Kathleen Panjagua
Claire Peaslee
Elizabeth Perry
Mary Ann Petro
Leslie and Richard Plant
Point Reyes Animal Hospital
Point Reyes Village Association
Barbara Poole
Carlos and Rebecca Porrata
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Joanne and William Prieur
Judy Prokupek
Sue Rahmer
Ana Maria Ramirez
Ann and James Read
Delia Reid
Russell and Margaret Ridge
Janet Robbins
Susan Robinson and Lucy Reid
Denise and Michael Rocco-Zilber
Stuart Rojstaczer and Holly Welstein
Barbara and Peter Romanoff
Mark and Claudia Ropers
Shelley Ruggthorpe
Leonore Russell
Josiane Saulnier
Carol Savio
Igor Sazevich
Betty and Jack Schafer
Judith and Bruce Schiff
Amy Schliftman
Flora Schultz
Marilyn and Ed Schulze
Susan Scott
Ellen Serber and James Ottobre
Gwen and Emmanuel Serriere
Judith and Robert Shaw
Ellen Shehadeh
Lazuli Whitt and Whitman Shenk
Steven and Nancy Sicher
Julie and Steve Siegel
Steve Brock and Leah Sirkin
Madeleine Sloane and Mike Ingerman
Gary Smith
Don Smith and Jane Mickelson
Dale Sorensen
Joe and Sue Soule
Sterling Speirn
Rich Schiller and Judy Spelman
Sam and Karen Spivack
Victor Stangenberg
Timothy and Sherry Stanton
James Stark and
Penny Livingston Stark
Lynne Stenzel and Gary Page
Susan Stingle
Maria Straatmann and Rick Johnson
Dinah and Noah Stroe
Christine Stuart
Meghan Sullivan and Kevin Forrester
Donna and Peter Svirsky
Phillip Sweeney and Caroline Bolthouse
Mark Switzer and Jenefer Merrill
Toby Symington
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Doug Haner and Bonnie Tank
Gina, Alyssa, Jack and Tim Tanner
Thelma Taron
Tom and Pam Taylor
Sarah Hobson and Kieran Thomas
Jennifer Thompson
Julia and Sam Thoron
Jane Thrush and Warren Hukill
Anneke Van Der Veen and
Steve Hadland
Michael Van Remortel
Michael and Nadine Varley
Jeanne Vilicich
Bob Volpert and Mary Papale
Barbara Ward
David and Mary Warnimont
Clare and Paul Watsky
Devi and Stan Weisenberg
West Marin Medical Center
West Marin Pharmacy
Betty and John Wheelwright
Geoffrey and Dorothy White
Carol Whitman and Bob Kubik
Elan and Nick Whitney
Barbara and Michael Whitt
Katherine Wickes
Mamie Yee and Bill Wigert
Marjorie and Tom Wilson
Kate Wilson
Margaret Wing
James M. Wintersteen
Charles Ziegler and Conan Putnam
Gene and Jo Ann Zlatunich
The Dance Palace thanks the following
Foundations, government agencies
and companies for their support:
Bothin Foundation
County of Marin
Crescent Porter Hale
The William and Flora Hewlett
Foundation
Leocha Fund of the Tides Foundation
Marin Charitable
The Marin Community Foundation
Marin Wildlife Commission
The Morris Stulsaft Foundation
Wells Fargo Foundation
West Marin Community Services
The West Marin Fund
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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
[email protected]
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WINTER/SPRING 2016 Dance Palace 19
Dance Palace Winter/Spring Bulletin
February–April, 2016
Events • Classes • Information
Created in collaboration with David Ford; Additional
material by W. Shakespeare
A benefit for the Dance Palace Community & Cultural
Center. Tickets $25 • www.dancepalace.org
Saturday,
February 20, 7 PM
Geoff Hoyle in
"LEAR'S
SHADOW"
P.O. BOX 217
503 B STREET
POINT REYES STATION, CA 94956
WWW.DANCEPALACE.ORG
415.663.1075
FAX: 415-663-1475
PERMIT NO. 12
PT. REYES STATION,
CA
PAID
NONPROFIT ORG.
U.S. POSTAGE