Adult Programs - City of Poulsbo

Adult Programs
LEARN
LOCALLY
Western on the Peninsulas
Lectures &
Literature
Degree Programs
Lecture Series
Offered once a month,
community members are
invited to listen to educational
lectures on a variety of topics:
Business, Environmental
concerns and Literature.
Local Literature
A book club with an academic
twist. Read and discuss fiction
and non-fiction books by
regional authors, hear from
reading specialists and subject
matter experts, and participate
in “Meet the Author” events.
Earn your degree in Kitsap
County. Begin with a two-year
degree at Olympic College (or
equivalent program) and finish
the final two years with classes
with Western on the Poulsbo or
Bremerton campus.
Continuing
Education
Non-credit courses ranging
in length from 3 to 24 hours.
Practical, applicable and relevant.
Fall Local Literature: October 8-29
Meet and discuss
Bernadette Pajer’s
latest book
A Spark of Death
Register online
Courtesy of
Alexa Rae Photography
wwu.edu/peninsulas
Active Minds Changing Lives
AA/EO
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
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Piano Lessons
Ages 7-Adult or as arranged with the instructor
Megan Hennings. Have you always
wanted to play that certain tune? Unravel the
mysteries of the piano? Now is your chance to
learn! We’re offering holistic music instruction
with an emphasis on creating an enjoyable
learning experience. Cultivation of a life-long
love of music is our highest priority. Course
content tailored to suit your individual interests, with teaching goals most often including
development of independent learning skills
and strong playing skills.
Format: private instruction with scheduled
group lessons. Half-hour instruction once a
week, with 45-minute lessons available for
more advanced students. Computer-assisted
instruction is included. After-school hours
available for conventional students. Daytime
slots available for adult and non-traditional
students also. Materials not included in
class fee. Call the Recreation Center at 360779-9898 to arrange a lesson time. Recreation
Center Piano Studio.
Craig Alden Dell, a veteran performer of the
guitar, has studied and performed the styles
of Classical, Flamenco and Impressionistic, as
well as, Folk, Ethnic and Progressive guitar.
Having studied formally in the Tarrega School,
he is a graduate of the Escuela Razonada de
la Guitarra at the University of Barcelona under
the direction of Maestro Emilio Pujol and his
assistant, Hector Garcia. In the Classic style
he studied guitar from Christopher Parkening
and received personal career guidance from
T,W,TH, F
Jan 5- Apr 1 time varies
Maestro Segovia when he had the opportunity
30 min lessons: $285 or $95 per month (will be pro- to meet him in the late sixties. Craig
studied flamenco guitar from El Sarasate
rated if a student begins mid-year)
45 min lessons: $447 or $149 per month (will be pro- and has also performed for and studied
rated if a student begins mid-year)
technique from the legendary SABICAS.
Mr. Dell won 1st Place in a U.S. Invitational
NEW! Guitar Competition in August of 1976 and has
Beginning to Advanced Guitar toured extensively throughout the world. He
has given two performances at Weill Hall at
monthly/6 months
Craig Dell. Private 45-minute acoustic Carnegie Hall, to critical acclaim of the New
or electric guitar lessons for ages York Times, and has performed as a featured
8-adult, designed for beginning, intermediate soloist with the various symphony orchestras
and advanced students. Lessons will be and conductors, including Stewart Robertson,
tailored to the student’s level and will include Robert Wingert and Elizabeth Stoyanovich. Mr.
reading music notation, tablature, basic Dell currently resides in Washington State after
chords, and strumming techniques. Lessons relocating from New Mexico in the year 2000.
will be scheduled between 3:30 pm and 9:00 Teaching the guitar has long since been a
pm. Students must bring an acoustic or electric passion of Craig’s and he is currently teaching
guitar in good working order. Music will be at Olympic College as well as other locations
provided for beginning students; Intermediate/ in Washington State. He still performs concerts
Advanced students will be asked to purchase and tours the continental United States. His
specific books. Missed lessons may or may not most recent endeavor is the Ten Course Guitar,
be made up at the discretion of the instructor which he is currently performing and recording.
for a maximum of 2 lessons, provided 24 hour
cancellation notice has been given. Make
up lessons are held at instructors discretion.
Monthly fee is due at first lesson of each
month. No online registration - please call 360779-9898 to set a lesson time. No lessons
on Feb 15 or May 30. Recreation Center.
Mon
Tue
24
monthly monthly
time varies
time varies
$167
$167
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Poulsbo Community Orchestra:
2015-2016 Season 9 months
Blake Yarbrough, General Manager &
Artistic Director. The Poulsbo Community
Orchestra is made up of musicians from the
Puget Sound region who rehearse weekly
with several scheduled concerts. The PCO
is open to all strings, woodwinds, brass, and
percussion looking to gain orchestral experience and to build skill. The age requirement
is a minimum of high school (9th grade during
2015-2016 school year) to adults, and musicians must have at least 2 years recent playing experience. Minimum attendance required
to perform for concerts. Equipment is limited, so members should bring their own
music stands and must have their own instrument. If you would like more information,
please email PoulsboCommunityOrchestra@
gmail.com or visit the PCO Facebook page! North Point Community Church, 1779 NE
Hostmark St, Poulsbo.
Mon Jan 4-Jun 27 7-9p $125*
Maestro Bruce Mansfield, Conductor earned a Masters Degree in Music from
Duquesne University in 2001. He became
Associate Conductor of the US Navy Band in
Washington, DC in 2012. In addition to military
duties there, he was selected as the director
of bands at Anne Arundel Community College
in Annapolis, MD, where he directs the wind
ensemble and concert band, and taught conducting. Lt. Mansfield is assigned as Director
of the United States Navy Band Northwest at
Bangor. Mr. Mansfield and his family relocated
to Poulsbo during the summer of 2014, and
he enthusiastically volunteered to serve as Orchestra conductor in September. FACILITY
RENTALS
Concert dates: Sun, Apr 3, 2016, 3p; Sun, Jun
26, 2016, 3p. Concerts will be performed at North
Point Community Church.
General Manager & Artistic Director,
Blake Yarbrough received his BM in Horn
Performance at Northwestern University in
Evanston, Illinois and a MM in Horn Performance at the College-Conservatory of Music in Cincinnati, Ohio. While receiving his
degrees, he studied with current and retired
members of the orchestras of Chicago, Cincinnati, Philadelphia and Vienna, Austria. Yarbrough is currently employed by the United
States Navy and is principal horn of the U.S.
Navy Band Northwest at Naval Base Kitsap Bangor. Previously, he was principal horn of
the U.S. Fleet Forces Band located in Norfolk,
VA. Yarbrough was a soloist with the U.S.
Fleet Forces Band and U.S. Navy Band Northwest on 3 occasions in 2013 and 2014.
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Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
Facility Rentals and Community
Sign Boards The City manages two community signboards on Highway 305. Organizations may
reserve the space to advertise their special
events and activities.
There are three parks with rentable facilities: the Austin-Kvelstad Pavilion at Muriel
Iverson Williams Waterfront Park; and picnic
shelters at Nelson Park and Raab Park are
available for private rentals.
The Recreation Center also has rooms to
rent for parties, classes and events.
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Adult Programs
Educated Feet Dance Classes
Poulsbo
in
The following classes are taught by Sheila Phillips, certified Swing, Latin & Ballroom
instructor. Unless noted, all classes are located at Vinland Elementary. Open to teens &
adults, no partner necessary!! PLEASE wear
shoes that leave no black marks!! Register
through Poulsbo Parks & Recreation by Tuesday prior. Minimum class size - 12. Take your
educated feet to the monthly dances Sheila
hosts on Bainbridge Island! Details http://www.
educatedfeet.net/dances.htm
East Coast Swing 6 wks
A favorite jazzy American dance from the
20’s and still swingin’ today! Swing is the logical place to begin to learn partner dancing. It’s
easy to learn, intuitive, and not terribly structured. Learn to dance to different tempos by
changing rhythm patterns. A popular choice
for beginners. Basics & beyond. Register by
Tue, Feb 9.
Thu
Feb 11-Mar 17
6:30-7:30p
Cross Step Waltz $65*
6 wks
A more modern version of the popular
slow Waltz. Easy to learn yet endlessly innovative, satisfying for both beginners and experienced dancers. It travels and rotates like
traditional waltz but the cross-step opens up
a wide range of playful variations. Romantic
and gracefully flowing, it has an easy to hear
1-2-3 rhythm pattern. Basics & beyond. Register by Tue, Feb 9.
Thu
Feb 11-Mar 17
7:30-8:30p
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George and Jan Bahr offer dance classes at Pearson Elementary on Monday evenings for your enjoyment and education! The
following classes will be offered this Fall/Winter session:
Intermediate Ballroom Dance:
7 wks
Foxtrot, Waltz and Swing
George & Jan Bahr. Learn Ballroom
dance skills that will give you confidence on
the dance floor. The intermediate class will review some basic steps and turns while building more advanced moves and adding style
to your Ballroom dancing. Class WILL be held
on the President’s Day holiday. Pearson Elem
Gym.
Mon
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-8p
Intermediate Latin Dance: $49*
7 wks
Rumba, Cha Cha and Tango
George & Jan Bahr. Learn skills that will
give you confidence to dance to these exciting Latin rhythms. The intermediate class will
review some basic steps and turns while building more advanced moves and adding style to
your Latin dancing. Class WILL be held on the
President’s Day holiday. Pearson Elem Gym.
Mon
Jan 25-Mar 7
8-9:30p
$49*
$65*
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Pastel Painting & Drawing 8 wks
Julia Turk. For all levels, beginners upward. Students will learn to draw life-like portraits of family, friends and other people, working from photographs. The shape of the face,
placement of features and other identifying
characteristics will enable students to draw
a life-like portrait. Students will also discover
how to use pastels effectively to draw pets and
landscapes. Students purchase their own
materials, but are welcome to supplement
their colors using Julia’s pastels. Recreation Center Kitchen.
Wed
Jan 13-Mar 2
9:30a-12p
$138*
8 wks
Yes! You Can Draw! A general drawing class for adults
Julia Turk. Are you convinced you can’t
draw? Come to this class for beginning and
intermediate students and discover your
artistic self! Julia will show you how to draw
landscapes, buildings, animals, people and
many other subjects. Bring a 9” x 12” drawing
pad, a 2B pencil and a small set of charcoal
sticks. You will be amazed and excited to see
your talent emerge!
Wed
Jan 13-Mar 2
6-8:30p
$138
The Magic of Watercolor
Mon 28
Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
5 wks/4 wks
Beginning/Intermediate
Nancy Sefton. This hands-on class is
designed to introduce beginners to the magic
of watercolor, and to help those with some experience to expand their skills. Students can
either paint along with the instructor, or choose
their own subject, with the instructor on hand
to help. Nancy is a local watercolor artist who
exhibits in North Kitsap and has taught at
Parks and Rec. and other venues. Materials
not included; please request a materials
list from Parks & Recreation. No class on
Feb 15. Recreation Center Kitchen.
Jan 25-Feb 22
12:30-3p
$86*
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NEW TIME! 6 wks
Introduction to Oil Painting: Beginner/
Intermediate
Bob Jamison. Wow! This is a must for
those who think that they can only muster
up about 10% talent…have Bob show you
that the rest of creating a masterpiece is
technique. Just think of your own oil painting
hanging above the fireplace. “Painting does
not have to be expensive. Gee, I used to use
a pizza box with a piece of wax paper for a
pallet and a basting brush from the 99 cent
store for a brush, it worked great.” You will
be taught the do’s and don’ts of purchasing
art supplies, and the needed techniques
of applying oils to a canvas to get the most
dazzle from your work. In your first class, you
will be watching a painting demonstration in
which a complete painting will be completed
in 45 minutes. One lucky student will be
taking this painting home at the end of the
first night. An intermediate class is offered
for those who have some prior oil painting
experience. You’ve got the supplies and know
how to mix your palette, so let’s jump right into
painting. Bob will show you how to increase
your painting skills to a more advanced level
as you work on your individual project. No
class or Feb 15. Recreation Center Kitchen.
Mon
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-8:30p
$139
Creative Art Sampler Class
4 wks Colleen Doeleman. This class is designed for adults or seniors who wish to satisfy
their natural curiosity and stimulate their imaginations. In this class, you’ll get a chance to
explore the world of creative arts while using
numerous mediums. The instructor will guide
you through each project, step by step; and
show you simple variations and proven techniques to help you create your own work of art.
And, keeping a journal as a reference guide
along the way, you’ll be able to repeat and expand your work or continue experimenting on
your own. Classes will present topics in various media; including acrylic paints, pen and
ink (Zentangles), and mixed media. Come let
your creativity and imagination loose and create art projects with us while you learn. Bring
a friend for even more fun! A supply fee of
approximately $35 is payable to the instructor at the first class, depending upon
the selection of supplies you choose for
your project. Recreation Center Kitchen.
Wed Mar 9-30 9:45-11:45a $105*
Puppy Start Right PRESCHOOL
Not Grandma’s puppy school
Prepare your puppy for a lifetime
at your side! Early puppyhood is
a critical time for socialization
and learning. The best time to
socialize your puppy is between
7 &12 weeks of age.
Join the fun! Come and meet
other puppies and their families.
For more information or to
register for orientation, please
email Elaine Graham, KPA-CTP
[email protected]
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Laura Dicus has been practicing fine art for
over 35 years. Her work has shown and received recognition both locally and nationally.
Creative action is essential for Laura; the act
of creative expression continually invigorates
her imagination. She strives to capture the
beauty of the natural world to inspire others to
appreciate the wonders around us.
Primarily focusing on watercolor, she is
also proficient in graphite drawing and color
pencil painting. Her work is characterized by
color, realism, attention to detail and strong
composition. She is passionate about learning
and enjoys teaching both in her studio and
several venues in the Seattle area. You may
view her work at Poulsbo City Hall, Bluewater
Artworks Gallery, Central Market and Ultimate
Performance all in Poulsbo. Laura’s work can
be found online at the following sites.
http://www.lauradicus.com
http://www.artwanted.com/LauraDicus
https://www.facebook.com/LauraDicusArtist
Intro to the Whys and Wherefores of
Watercolor
5 wks
Laura Dicus. Watercolor is a very
fresh intriguing medium, but can be quite
challenging. Laura’s beginner class provides
a comfortable environment for artists
interested in trying out watercolor. During
short demonstrations and mini-lectures, Laura
will be teaching fundamental techniques that
apply to any subject or style, leaving plenty of
time for you to paint. We will be focusing on
basic methods that give you the understanding
of how to successfully work in this medium. Development of good habits is an important
part of the agenda. Laura will also provide
information about choosing materials from
the sometimes bewildering array of those
available. Many materials will be provided in
class to limit your initial costs of exploring the
medium. The class is limited to 6 students so
that you receive plenty of individual attention. Laura’s “Watercolor Materials Overview”
booklet will be available to students, a $15
value. Those who need help with building their
arsenal of tools and materials are encouraged
to take the Materials Overview workshop
before the first class. Class format: alternating
demonstrations and brief lectures with time
working on your painting, plus (gentle) critique
sessions. A $39.25 materials fee is payable
to the instructor at the first class. Recreation
Center Kitchen.
Tue 30
Feb 23-Mar 22
1-4p Watercolor Materials Workshop
(Adjunct to WWW class)
1 class
Laura Dicus. Art supply stores are
our playground, yet we can become very
overwhelmed when it comes to purchasing our
materials and supplies. What kind of brush
should I get? I like this color of paint, why does
it act funny? What’s the best paper for me? Can I skimp and buy the “cheap stuff”? Take
advantage of Laura’s trial-and-error! She will
take you through options for paper, brushes,
paint, palettes and miscellaneous supplies
for the watercolor artist. This will help you to
spend your money on materials that are right
for you and avoid drawers and shelves full
of things you might not use more than once.
Recreation Center Kitchen.
Mon Feb 22
3-6p $35*
Intermediate Watercolor
5 wks
Wed $165*
Laura Dicus. Watercolor is a very fresh
intriguing medium, but can be challenging
even for those with some experience. This
class is perfect for artists with experience
with watercolor, as well as the advanced
beginner ready to move up. Laura will be
doing short demonstrations each week. She
will also guide each student as their paintings
progress, suggesting alternative techniques,
tools, materials and/or color in gentle
critiques. This is a more informal class with
a focus on helping individual students with
their own projects. There are no limitations
to a particular subject or style. The class is
limited to 6 students so that you receive plenty
of individual attention. Poulsbo location TBA.
Feb 24-Mar 23
6-9p $165*
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Drawing: Intermediate Level
4 classes
Laura Dicus. For students who are
comfortable with drawing and want to expand
their skills. A more informal class, students
work on their own projects and receive
assistance as needed. Gentle critiques are
offered as well as suggestions from Laura on
how to improve your finished drawings. Color
pencils and watercolor pencils are acceptable
mediums if you are comfortable with their use.
Recreation Center Kitchen.
T&Th
Jan 5-14
1-4p
$120*
Botanical Drawing for Beginners
4 wks
Laura Dicus. We’ve all seen an
instructional book or video and heard “I’ve
transferred my drawing to the paper…” leaving
us with questions as to how the artist arrived
at the line drawing. In this class, Laura will
teach you several methods to analyze and
reconstruct components by concentrating
on accurate measurements, angles and
proportions. You will learn to recognize plant
structures in order to render your subject true to
form. As botanical drawing requires accurate,
detailed representation of a particular flower
or plant so that it is recognizable, we will work
from life rather than photographs. This will
give you more information in order to produce
a realistic outline drawing and value study
for your painting. Class format: alternating
demonstrations and brief lectures, with time
working on your painting, plus (gentle) critique
sessions. Recreation Center Kitchen.
Sat
Feb 27-Mar 19
12:30-3:30p
Photoshop for Beginners 1
$135*
3 wks
Georgia Browne Always wanted
to
learn
Photoshop?
This
threeweek
course
explores
the
fundamentals of working with this incredible
creative tool. We will cover getting familiar
with and understanding the workspace
including panels, menus and basic tools. You
will learn all about image resolution, image
type and basic image adjustments, as well
as layers, basic selections, basic masks,
and adjustments. We’ll be using Photoshop
CC, but Photoshop CS6 will be fine as well.
Students will need to bring their own
laptop computers with the program
installed prior to class. Poulsbo location
Thurs
Thur
Jan 14-28
Feb 11- 25
6:30-8:30p
6:30-8:30p
$94
$94
Crista Dougherty. This class is designed
for beginning DSLR photographers interested
in learning the full potential of their cameras.
Gain confidence to move away from shooting
on auto and get creative control of your
images. This hands-on class will cover the
fundamentals for exposure, ISO, aperture,
shutter speed, controlling depth of field,
creating interesting compositions and facing
specific challenging scenarios in photography.
Students will need their DSLR camera, and
a small notepad and pen or pencil to keep
in their camera bag. If you have multiple
lenses for your camera, please bring them.
Please bring a lunch. Recreation Center.
Sat Jan 30 10a-2p $49* Leigh Calvez’s work has been published
in American Nature Writing 2003 by Fulcrum
Books and in an anthology for Sierra Club
Books entitled Between Species: Celebrating the Dolphin-Human Bond. Her work has
also been published in Ocean Realm, The
Ecologist, The Christian Science Monitor, The
Seattle Times, The Seattle Post-Intelligencer and Bainbridge Island Magazine. She is
currently working on a book about owls forthcoming from Sasquatch Books.
You Can Write: 4 wks
Creative Nonfiction, Fiction and Memoir
Leigh Calvez. Do you have a story waiting for you to tell it? Do you want to write a
book but don’t know how to begin? Surround
yourself with new and seasoned writers in this
safe, supportive environment as you learn
new techniques through group discussion,
create new work with in-class writing exercises, show your writing and receive feedback,
maybe for the first time. You will take a quantum leap along your journey towards writing
your book, short story, article or essay. Groups
work in “learn by writing” fashion. Take one or
both sessions. No class Nov 26. Recreation
Center-LCC Meeting Room.
Thu
Thu
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1 class
Understanding Digital Photography: Basics 1 class
Jan 21-Feb 11
Mar 3-24
12-2p
12-2p
Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
$125*
$125*
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10 wks
L’aventure Française: Conversation
for Travel 10 wks
L’aventure Française Conversational
Workshop Myriam Desaunois-Mullen. For intermediate-advanced adult students who want
to learn more! Students will be involved in
French conversation that includes reading
and discussion. Conversational exercises will
further your understanding of French grammar as you build confidence in speaking this
beautiful language, and will allow students to
further their abilities. Come prepared to have
a great time! No class Oct 12, Jan 18 & Feb
15. NKHS classroom.
FREE Orientation meeting Mon, Sep 14,
6-8p, Recreation Center.
Mon
Jan 11-Mar 28
6:30-8p
Grammar Intensive
$129*
10 wks
For all enrolled French students! Learn
the foundations of the language through grammar. Please attend this session if you are
enrolled in either the “Conversation for
Travel” or the “Conversation Workshop.”
This will allow questions and guidance on topics and grammar content that arise during your
course! No class Oct 12, Jan 18 & Feb 15.
NKHS classroom.
Mon Jan 11-Mar 28
6:05 -6:25p
No additional fee; must be enrolled in Conversation
for Travel or Conversational Workshop.
Beginners/Intermediate
Myriam Desaunois-Mullen. Are you
planning a trip to a French-speaking country?
This class will teach you the conversation skills
needed to make your trip more enjoyable. The
emphasis will be on travel-related vocabulary
and conversation. No class Oct 12, Jan 18 &
Feb 15. NKHS classroom.
Mon
Jan 11-Mar 28
5-6p $99*
Spanish
Spanish instructor Will Perkins has
taught Spanish from beginning through literature for many years. He has some experience
teaching ESL, plus a touch of French and Latin. He has spent lots of time in Seville, Spain
and some time in different parts of Mexico. Will
is offering two levels of Spanish classes this
spring.
Easy Spanish for Beginners!
6 wks
This class is designed for those with little
or no previous experience in Spanish. We will
use stories, music, and conversation to build
comfort with a new language. We address basic phonetics and grammar with abundant repetition. Supplemental readings and grammar
exercises will be found online. There is no
textbook nor materials fee, but you will need
internet access to get the most out of class.
NKHS classroom.
Wed
Wed
Jan 6-Feb 10
Feb 17-Mar 23
5:30-7p
5:30-7p
$89*
$89*
6 wks
Intermediate Conversational Spanish!
If you have studied some Spanish, this
course should help you refresh existing knowledge. We use stories, music, and conversation to shake off the cobwebs and to build
new understanding. Supplemental readings
and grammar exercises will be found online.
There is no textbook nor materials fee, but you
will need intern et access to get the most out
of class. NKHS Classroom.
Wed
Wed
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Jan 6-Feb 10
Feb 17-Mar 23
7-8:30p
7-8:30p
$89*
$89*
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Adult Programs
5 wks
Small Animal Massage
Russian for Adults 5 wks
Thu Jan 21-Feb 18 6:10-7:10p
Thu Mar 3-31 6:10-7:10p
$64*
$64*
Nadejda Taylor. Russian language and
culture for all levels. We’ll learn grammar,
conversational phrases, and use discussion
and research-based cultural studies to
further proficiency. We’ll also establish pen
pal connections to practice language skills
and facilitate research. No class Nov 26.
Recreation Center Kitchen.
2 wks
Janice Hill. Bring your dog and your
significant other to classes for hands-on
massage techniques. Come and learn the
basics of providing soothing and healthy
massage for your pets. This class will teach
you the basics of Swedish massage strokes
for use on cats and dogs. Massaging your cat
or dog can improve their circulation, help with
their immune system, balance their muscles,
improve their muscle strength, help avoid
injury, lower blood pressure, and deepen your
relationship with your animal. Learn when to
massage and when not to massage, what
signals your animal is giving you, and how
to read their feedback during the massage.
Students will learn how to adapt techniques for
cats, but please do not bring cats to class.
Participants will need to bring a towel
or pad for your dog to lie on. Recreation
Center.
Fri
Feb 19-26 7-8:30 p
$38*
You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks:
Clicker Training Your Dog 3 wks Adult English for Speakers of Other
Languages Nadejda Taylor. This program provides
opportunities to acquire the proficiency in English and cross-cultural communication to succeed in your roles as workers, citizens, and
family members. Recreation Center Kitchen.
Inglés Para Adultos Para Hablantes de
Otras Lenguas
Nadejda Taylor. Este programa proporciona oportunidades de adquirir la fluencia en
idioma Inglés y una mejor comunicativa con
éxito en las diferentes situaciones en el trabajo, como ciudadanos y como miembros de
familia.
Elaine Graham, KPA-CTP. These foundation classes will focus on the basic skills of
using a clicker and reinforcing the desired behavior of the dog. The daily behaviors of being
polite, leash walking, sit, wait, leave it, down
and recall are practiced in these classes.
Trainers need to be 18 years old or older and
there is a class maximum of 5. Adult dogs
only (1 yr+), no puppies. Proof of current
vaccinations is required at the first class.
Dogs need to be friendly to people and other
dogs. No prong or shock collars allowed. Recreation Center Lower Level Room.
Tue Jan 12-26 Tue Mar 15-29
6-7p 6-7p $99*
$99*
Thu. Jan 21-Feb 18 7:20-8:20p $64*
Thu. Mar 3-31
7:20-8:20p $64*
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Pruning Mini-Series
Become a more confident and successful tree pruner! The Poulsbo Tree Board is
pleased to present several different pruning
classes in March. You may take any or all
of them. Instructors will include ISA Certified
Arborist Kevin McFarland and Bess Bronstein
and Poulsbo Tree Board members. These
classes are free, but please pre-register for
planning purposes.
Raab Park Community Garden:
(The P-Patch)
The Raab Park Community Garden (The
P-Patch) is a partnership between the WSU
Extension Kitsap Master Gardener Program
and the Poulsbo Parks and Recreation Department. The P-Patch has 51 sunny garden
plots in three sizes: 10’ x 20’ plot for $55 per
year, 10’ x 10’ plot for $38 per year and the
8x4x2’ plots for $32 per year. (Fee covers
March 1-February 28 of each year). Poulsbo
city residents receive an $8 discount.
Gardeners must use organic gardening
practices, products and materials. Information and resources on organic gardening are
provided, as well as many hand tools and
gardening implements. Produce may not be
sold, but may be shared or donated to a food
bank. Participants are responsible for signing
a “Gardener’s Agreement” and providing their
own seeds, plants, organic fertilizers and/or
compost. They are also required to contribute six (6) hours of community work in the
garden’s common areas. Water is included.
Returning gardeners who have successfully completed their garden service
hours in 2015 will get plot priority and
may register and pay for the new season
by Feb 28, 2016. New gardeners will be
assigned plots after Mar 1. New gardeners, please register online for the waitlist for
2016! The first orientation meeting is Sat,
Mar 26, 2016. For more information, call
Parks and Recreation, 360-779-9898.
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The Basics of Pruning Trees
Understanding tree structure, growth and
response is as important for successful pruning as knowing how to make proper pruning
cuts. Join Poulsbo Tree Board members including ISA Certified Arborists in this class to
learn the basics of tree growth and structure,
types of pruning cuts, and what responses to
expect from your cuts. This class is free, but
please pre-register. Recreation Center.
Thu 7-8:30p
FREE
Pruning Ornamental Trees
Ornamental trees provide many benefits
in any landscape or garden, both aesthetic
and functional. Different species and varieties
of trees often have different pruning needs.
In this free class, ISA Certified Arborists and
Poulsbo Tree Board members will demonstrate how to prune a variety of common ornamental trees found in the Puget Sound region.
This class is free, but please pre-register.
Class will meet outdoors; site to be determined in Poulsbo.
Sun Mar 6 1-3p
FREE
Pruning Fruit Trees
Did you know that late winter is the best
time to prune your trees? Come join the Poulsbo Tree Board and ISA Certified Arborists at
a free fruit tree pruning demonstration. Learn
tips on how to increase fruit production, improve branch structure, and renovate older,
non-productive trees. This class is free, but
please pre-register. Class will meet outdoors,
site to be determined in Poulsbo.
Sun Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
Mar 3 Mar 13 1-3p
FREE
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Adult Programs
Photoshop for Beginners 1
3 wks
Georgia Browne Always wanted
to
learn
Photoshop?
This
threeweek
course
explores
the
fundamentals of working with this incredible
creative tool. We will cover getting familiar
with and understanding the workspace
including panels, menus and basic tools. You
will learn all about image resolution, image
type and basic image adjustments, as well
as layers, basic selections, basic masks,
and adjustments. We’ll be using Photoshop
CC, but Photoshop CS6 will be fine as well.
Students will need to bring their own
laptop computers with the program
installed prior to class. Poulsbo location
Thurs
Thur
Jan 14-28
Feb 11- 25
6:30-8:30p
6:30-8:30p
$94
$94
Photoshop - Intermediate 1
3 wks
(continuing students from Fall session)
Georgia Browne. We’ll take what we’ve
learned in earlier Photoshop courses and
work on advanced compositing, blending
modes, and creative image manipulation.
This course will be project based, and you’ll
end up with a piece of digitally produced art
you can frame! January, February and March
projects will be different! Poulsbo location
Wed
Sat
Sat
Wed
Jan 13-27
Jan 9-23
Feb 13-27
Mar 9-23
6:30-8:30p
11:30a-1:30p
9-11
6:30-8:30p
InDesign for Beginners
$94
$94
$94
$94
3 wks
Georgia Browne If you are looking to design
simple three-fold flyers, or if have an eye on
constructing a 50-page catalogue, InDesign is
the program for you. In this beginning class,
we’ll learn how to navigate the workspace,
get comfortable with the critical tools, place
images and other graphics, and output our
document for printing. If we have enough
interest, we’ll run a Beginners 2 course as
well. Students will need to bring their
own laptop computers with the program
installed prior to class. Poulsbo location
Sat
Wed
Jan 9-23
Feb 10-24
9-11a
6-8p
$94
$94
Jami Sipila. This class is for beginners
with some computer and internet knowledge.
In these classes, you will learn how to set
up an account with Wordpress.com. You will
learn basic navigation of this site and how
to use free themes. In addition to setting up
the account, we will create pages to make it
suitable either for blogging or as a web site
for you or your business. You will also learn
about posting different types of content
including text, pictures, and video. You should
bring a laptop & have an email account (any
provider) to follow along, but are welcome
to come and take notes if you don’t. (See
KingdomKeys5571.Wordpress.com for an
example) This series is taught by Jami, the
owner of local video production and media
company, LondonBLUE Studios. Poulsbo City
Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room.
Class I: Set Up Acct with Wordpress Step
by Step; Class II: Creating Pages & Adding
Content; Class III: Creating Posts & Other
Info; Class IV: Blogging, Widgets, & More.
Wed Feb 3-24 1-2p $75*
3 wks
Social Media for Business Beginners
Series
Jami Sipila. This class is for beginners
with some computer and social media knowledge. We’ll talk about things like: Why does
this social platform matter? What are the largest benefits? What are the largest downfalls?
How will this improve the visibility of my business? Then, we will set up an account with
each & learn how to post. You must already
have a Facebook account since we will only
be creating a business page, which will require you to have a personal page. Please
know your password for Facebook. You will
need to bring your laptop to follow along, but
are welcome to come and take notes if you
don’t. (See Facebook.com/LondonBlueStudios, Twitter.com/KingdomKeys5571, and Pinterest.com/KingdomKeys5571 for examples.)
This series is taught by Jami, the owner of
local video production and media company,
LondonBLUE Studios. Poulsbo City Hall 2nd
Floor Conference Room.
Class I: Facebook, Class II: Pinterest, Class
III: Twitter
Wed Jan 13-27 Wed Mar 9-23 www.cityofpoulsbo.com
4 wks
Wordpress.com Web Site & Blogging
Series
1-2p 1-2p Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
$59*
$59*
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Adult Programs
Margaret Foster has been an EBay power
seller for over 15 years. She buys and sells online, in consignment shops, at auction, etc.
She owned and operated Margaret’s Antiques
and Collectibles in So. California for many
years. Sometimes she’s not sure if she’s a
hoarder or collector, but she loves what she
does and enjoys helping others do the same!
If you have questions, please email Margaret
at [email protected].
On-Line Selling A to Z: Ebay, Amazon & Beyond 1 class
Margaret Foster. Whether you’re a complete novice or an experienced seller, this
class is for you! We’ll discuss latest on-line
selling trends, cross-promoting your listings for
maximum exposure, best selling venue (Ebay,
Etsy, Amazon, etc.), and much more! We’ll go
step by step listing items live on Ebay and Amazon; highlighting best keyword descriptions,
pricing options, choice category selection, the
importance of dynamite photos, pros and cons
of international selling, etc. Poulsbo City Hall
Conference Room.
Sat
Sat
Jan 30
Feb 27
10a-12p
10a-12p
$25*
$25*
Marilyn Miller is an Investment Advisor
Representative with OnPointe Advisory and
Financial Services, LLC. She also is licensed
for life, annuities, long term care, final expenses
and disability insurance. In addition, she has
National Social Security Advisor certification
from the National Social Security Association
LLC in Cincinnati.
Social Security: What You Should
Know Before You Retire
1 class
Marilyn Miller. As if navigating Social
Security isn’t daunting enough; employees
in the Social Security Administration are
not trained or allowed to give advice on the
numerous benefit options available. There are
2,728 rules for Social Security benefits, as
well as 567 ways to claim benefits. With life
expectancy increasing, retirees outliving their
income is a major concern. With the number of
claiming options that can impact an applicant’s
income, it is critical to have somewhere to turn
for guidance. This seminar will provide the
information for making informed decisions.
As a follow up to the course, if requested,
attendees will be provided with a written report
of their options. There is no cost for the report,
but the attendee will need to schedule a time
to meet with Marilyn in her Poulsbo office for
review. A supply fee of $15 is payable to the
instructor (cash or check) at the beginning
of the class for the required color workbook
that accompanies the class presentation.
Recreation Center or Poulsbo City Hall.
Sat
Thu
Tue
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6:30-7:30p
6:30-7:30p
$10
$10
$10
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Adult Programs
Financial Seminar Series
1 class
Don Soderquist, CMFC, Financial Advisor with Waddell & Reed, is offering the
following investment classes to the community this fall and winter. For questions regarding
the workshops, please contact him at (360)
692-0980, ext 108. Everyone who attends
will receive a free full-color workbook. Don
Soderquist and Waddell & Reed receive no
compensation for the seminar. Registration
fees are charged by Poulsbo Park & Recreation which Waddell & Reed has no affiliation to. Waddell & Reed, Inc. Member SIPC.
Poulsbo Location TBA.
Retirement Income: Charting a Course
to Help Your Money Last
This workshop will include strategies to
help make the most of your savings and investments during retirement. Topics to be discussed include retirement plan distributions,
protecting income and assets from the unexpected and developing an investment strategy.
Mon
Jan 11
6-7:30p
$10
1 class
Image From the Inside Out –
Mother & Daughter Personality Styles!
Toby Parsons of Final Touch Finishing
School. This class delivers valuable
relationship changing information that is
sure to reduce competition and increase
confidence and success at home, at school,
in the community and in the workplace.
Mothers and daughters, discover your unique
personal style. Gain new insight and navigate
your style differences with assurance and
respect. Learn the importance of reputation
and personal branding. Improve your mother/
daughter bond. Fun, interactive and fast
paced workshop! Mother and daughter(s) will
be able to apply strategic image principles to
produce immediate, positive results. Trend
report and messages of color included.
Mom, at no extra cost, you are welcome and
encouraged to bring one to two of your 8 to
16-year-old daughters with you to class. A
$5.00 materials fee (for mom’s only) is due
to the instructor at the beginning of class.
Recreation Center Kitchen.
Sat
Feb 13
9a-12p
Fee: $43* for mom and up to 2 daughters
Yoga Tune up®
Shoulder Tune up
Sat Feb 20 9-10:15a
Yoga Spa
$25*
1 class
Well Being Health Center. A unique
yoga experience that combines restorative
yoga with relaxing massage, healing hot
stones and aromatherapy. Yoga Spa is a blissful experience where you will feel rejuvenated,
refreshed and pampered. Sessions are led by
Massage Therapist(s) who are also trained in
yoga or group exercise instruction. Class held
at Well Being Health Center, 19045 St Hwy
305, Ste 190, Poulsbo.
Wed Wed www.cityofpoulsbo.com
1 class
Well Being Health Center. Yoga Tune
up® is a yoga fitness format that helps eradicate pain, improve posture and enhance performance through a unique blend of Corrective Exercise, Self-Massage and Yoga. It is
a fun and effective way to live better in your
body. To learn more about Yoga Tune up®,
visit yogatuneup.com. Class held at Well Being Health Center, 19045 St Hwy 305, Ste
190, Poulsbo.
Jan 20
Mar 16
6:15-7:30p
6:15-7:30p
Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
$35*
$35*
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Adult Programs
1 class
Psychic 101: Tips, Tools and Toys for
the Psy-set!
Introduction to Your Personal Wisdom:
Workshops on Creativity, Wisdom & Spirit
Teresa Brewster is a lifelong student of
personal and spiritual development, and has
been a professional intuitive healer and reader
for the past 13 years. She has practiced out
of her office in Poulsbo for the past 10 years,
seeing clients on an individual basis, as well
as teaching Reiki classes, Develop Your Intuition classes, and Embracing Your Body Wisdom Classes. Dr. Sandra Cross has an extensive background of teaching, counseling and presenting
to ages 12-92. She is a Reiki Master as well,
and brings her considerable talents in these
areas, as well as a passion for writing and
self-development to the class. The instructors
combine their skills and backgrounds to bring
over 40 years of teaching experience to the
classes.
FALL Classes will be held at 19020 Front
St NE, Poulsbo, upstairs above The Quilt
Shoppe. Class participants may come up
the front stairs or park in the back behind the
building and come up the back stairs. WINTER Classes will be held at 19829
Hamilton Ct NE, Poulsbo.
These classes will provide you with the
opportunity to awaken your own self-awareness.
Class I will focus on Creativity. We will focus
on finding your creative strengths and building
on them. Fri
Jan 22
6-8p
$45*+
Class II will focus on Wisdom. Class participants will learn basic energy concepts, how
that will help you in your daily life, and how
to become more comfortable using your own
personal wisdom.
Fri
Jan 29
6-8p Suzanne O’Clair. Are you psychic? And
if you are, what does that mean? Movies and
books picture psychics in weird and sometimes
scary ways. But there are many of us out
here in the real world living everyday lives. A
90-minute interactive talk about embracing a
gift that is often needed by friends and family –
not to mention by yourself. Recreation Center .
Mon Jan 25 6:30-8p $20
Astrology and You: A Series of Snappy
Star Talks Applied to Your Own Chart
Suzanne O’Clair. 90 minutes of inter
active talk on various aspects of astrology.
Astrology used well is self-knowledge which is
empowering. These classes are hands-on and
we use your charts for instruction so you will
walk away with new personal insights.
What’s Your Sign? For some people, it’s the
first question they ask. But what does it mean?
Let’s dig down a little deeper to see what feeds
your Sun and what you have to offer the world
naturally.
Mon Feb 1 6:30-8p $20 So It’s a Full Moon! First, what does your
Moon do in your chart? Second, why is a full
Moon such a big deal? And last but not least,
which full moon is likely to knock YOUR socks
off? (And, by the way, what is a new moon? I
mean, you can’t even see it!) You will receive a
copy of your chart locating your Moon.
Mon Feb 8 6:30-8p $20
The Planets and You Know the job of your
eight planets - who are characters every one!
How can they help you navigate life and show
you a personal drama that is unfolding as you
live your life? You will receive a copy of your
chart with the planets – the whole team - in
position.
Mon Feb 15 6:30-8p $20 $45*+
Class III will focus on Spirit. You will participate in activities to strengthen your trust and
exercises to leave you feeling more empowered.
Fri Feb 5
6-8p
$45*+
+ Register for either group of I, II, and III dates, and
pay only $115!
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Structures of the Chart Here’s a chance to
look at the actual structure of your chart. Are
you all above the horizon or deeply buried,
astrologically speaking? This could explain
why you are a quiet Aries or a rambunctious
Virgo… You will receive a copy of your chart
with all the details.
Mon Feb 22 6:30-8p $20 So Whatta You Want to Know About
Astrology? Whether you’ve attended other
talks or this is your first, astrology is my passion
and I can talk. At the end of this evening, we’ll
talk about what’s next? More evening chats,
or an on-going class to empower you to work
with your chart and use as a guide in life.
Mon Feb 29 6:30-8p www.cityofpoulsbo.com
$20 Poulsbo Parks and Recreation
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Adult Fitness & Sports
The Recreation Center is a great place to enjoy fitness classes. The fitness room is air
conditioned with a padded floor and large mirrors. Locker rooms and showers are also available. Bring a water bottle and a towel and/or exercise mat for abdominal floor work.
Purchase a punch card for use in all classes: 10 classes/$56; 15 classes/$72. Drop In: $8.
City residents receive a discount on punch cards.
Time & Day
8:10-9:10 am
Monday
Tuesday
TNT: Tighten & Yoga Basics
Tone (Lori)
(Lori)
Wednesday
TNT: Tighten &
Tone (Lori)
5:30-6:30 pm
Yoga (Jolene)
Yoga (Ed)
Yoga Basics
Lori Whiting, ACE. A revitalizing mind/
body workout designed to increase flexibility
and strength through yoga postures, using
yoga blocks and straps to modify postures and
focusing on proper alignment. We’ll work on
balance and use breathing and relaxation for
stress relief. All levels welcome.
TNT – Tighten ‘N Tone
Lori Whiting, ACE. This class will help
to define and tone muscles and speed up
your metabolism using resistance bands and
dumbbells. Core conditioning exercises will
help shape and define your physique and
strengthen back muscles. We’ll finish with
stretching to increase flexibility and relaxation,
and breathing to relieve stress. All levels welcome.
Thursday
Yoga Basics
(Lori)
Friday
TNT: Tighten &
Tone (Lori)
Yoga
Ed Woods. The class will include the
Hatha yoga concepts of poses (asanas) in a
format of: breathing, stretches, flow from one
pose to another (vinyasa), and poses held
for various lengths of time followed by a final
relaxing period at the end of class (savasana). The purpose of the class is to improve
physical fitness, core strength, balance, posture, and flexibility. Alternative poses will be
recommended to reduce discomfort when
necessary, and elements of the eight limbs of
yoga will be introduced as the class progresses.
Yoga
Jolene Culbertson, RYT 200. Gain
greater flexibility and strength in this 60-minute yoga class. We will focus on basic yoga
postures, correct alignment, and proper
breathing techniques in a non-intimidating and
fun environment. Yoga is something that is
great to do as your primary form of exercise,
but it is also a perfect pairing for other fitness
activities and sports that you may enjoy. Join
us weekly as we learn more about how yoga
fits into our lives and about how our mind and
body work together. Students will need to provide their own yoga mat and block, if desired.
Yoga straps will be provided.
Self Defense Workshop for Seniors
Mike Cain. Learn how to protect yourself
in this informative class taught by martial arts
instructor, Mike Cain. Class includes hands-on
instruction in how to defend against choking,
punching, grabbing and pushing. No hard hitting or throws. You will learn about pressure
points, joint locks and practical application for
self defense. There is controlled contact as
you learn the various moves. We will definitely
work within your physical limitations. Recreation Center Fitness Room.
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9:30a-12:30p $35*
9:30a-12:30p $35*
9:30a-12:30p $35*
360.779.9898
Adult Fitness & Sports
Zumba! 12 wks/10 wks
Teresa Polizzi. Have you heard the
name, but weren’t sure what it was all about?
Zumba is an exhilarating, easy-to-follow,
Latin-inspired dance fitness party! No rhythm?
No endurance? NO PROBLEM! Come shake
it in a judgment-free zone to everything from
merengue to Bhangra. You’re guaranteed
to leave every class sweating and smiling.
FAMILIES: great activity for parents and
teens to have fun and get fit together!
Poulsbo Middle School Auxiliary Gym.
T/Th, Mar 1-Apr 7
5:30-6:30p
Yoga Tune up®
Racquetball
The Recreation Center has two fully enclosed courts available for play on a reservation or walk-in basis. Courts may be reserved
on a first come basis two days in advance
during prime time hours, or day of play by
phone or in person. Court time can be scheduled from 8a-7p Mon-Thu and 5p on Fridays.
No black-soled shoes or street shoes are
allowed on the courts.
$8 per hour or a 10-hour punch card for $70.
Racquets and balls available for rent for $1 per hour.
A fast game of volleyball on a racquetball court, this game is for 6-8 people, and is
gaining interest and participation in the area.
Reservations are made similar to racquetball,
by calling in a reservation for a court and the
equipment.
Court time can be scheduled
from 8a-7p Mon-Thurs and 5p on Fridays A
complete set of rules is also available.
$10 per hour or a 10-hour punch card for $85. (All
prices include 8.7% sales tax).
Weight Room
The Recreation Center offers separate
weight room and cardiovascular equipment
for the community’s use. There are various
weight lifting machines including a Hoist V-5
multi-station machine with leg press attachment; a Powertec multi-station machine using
free weights, and a Parabody Safety Squat
Rack with Lat and Row attachments. We also
have a Precor Elliptical. Youth 16 years or
older may use the weight room with a waiver signed by their parent.
1 class
Well Being Health Center. Yoga Tune
up® is a yoga fitness format that helps eradicate pain, improve posture and enhance performance through a unique blend of Corrective Exercise, Self-Massage and Yoga. It is
a fun and effective way to live better in your
body. To learn more about Yoga Tune up®,
visit yogatuneup.com. Class held at Well Being Health Center, 19045 St Hwy 305, Ste 190,
Poulsbo.
Shoulder Tune up
Sat Wally ball
$69*
Feb 20 9-10:15a
Yoga Spa
$25*
1 class
Well Being Health Center. A unique
yoga experience that combines restorative
yoga with relaxing massage, healing hot
stones and aromatherapy. Yoga Spa is a blissful experience where you will feel rejuvenated,
refreshed and pampered. Sessions are led by
Massage Therapist(s) who are also trained in
yoga or group exercise instruction. Class held
at Well Being Health Center, 19045 St Hwy
305, Ste 190, Poulsbo.
Wed Wed Jan 20
Mar 16
6:15-7:30p
6:15-7:30p
$35*
$35*
$29/mo for individuals/$3.50 drop in. $49/family/mo.
www.cityofpoulsbo.com
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Stop in and tryout a recreational sport created right here in the Northwest! Pickleball is
played on a 20’X44’ court, over a 36” high net.
We will use a drop-in fee on site, cash only, to
cover expenses for the gym. Bring your own
paddle and balls, or rent a pair of paddles and
a ball for a buck! Good sportsmanship is required. Poulsbo area gyms (normally PMS.)
Sundays except holidays
3:45-5:45p
$3 drop-in
Fees are paid at the gym.
Basketball: 30+ Adult Open Gym
Do you have time for Sunday evening basketball? Our Open Gym is geared for our 30+
yr olds, but those 18 and older may participate. Everyone plays! Pickup games go continuously from 6-8p. Good sportsmanship is
required. Poulsbo area gyms (normally PMS.)
Sundays except holidays
$3 drop-in
Fees are paid at the gym.
6-8p
DROP IN ACTIVITIES
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