Thursday
May 1
9:15-11:15

A Happy
May Day activity

Ribbon BELT- Nancy Golembeski. DO THE MATH!
These belts are great for variety and terrific gifts for all ages.  You can buy yours at a craft fair for $35.00 dollars or more OR come join us and make your own! You will be responsible for purchasing your own ribbon, matching threads and buckle so you can customize your belt to fit your personality.  Some sewing experience needed and portable sewing machines would be helpful.  Please contact the YWCA for a more detailed supply information sheet.  Note:  Experienced sewers could make more than one belt at this class. Bring materials for 2-3 different belts.

Member $15, potential member $25.

Tuesday
May 6^th
9:15-11:15

BISCOTTI - Christine Josti
Make your own Biscotti.  Don't let the twice baking thing scare you.  Come to the Y and see how easy it really is to make your own biscotti.  We will make several types such as lemon, chai and chocolate craisin.  And of course once they are done we get to eat them!
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Member $13, potential member $23.

Tuesday
April 8
9:15-11:15

COOKING ITALIAN – Doctor Tony Ionta
Our local Italian cooking star will show you how to make delicious food for your family. Even better you get to sample before you leave. Class size is limited. Sign up right away!
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Member $10,

Potential member $15.

Saturday
April 12
10-12 noon

DRIP IRRIGATION BASICS – Paul Randle
Join us for an introduction to drip irrigation, an easy way to be “green”. Drip irrigation is a method of watering that conserves water, lessens weeds, encourages plant root growth, is easy to install and can save you time in watering. This method of watering focuses water exactly where you need it—on your plants. The class will cover the basic concept and applications--perennial flowerbeds, vegetable gardens, container gardens and ground covers. The class will introduce the materials used, demonstrate the ease of assembly—no special tools or adhesives are necessary. Weather permitting, the class will install a small system in one area at the Y. Paul began his interest in drip irrigation while landscaping his homes in the drought-prone areas of California and Utah and here in New England.
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Member $10, potential member $25.

Do it at the YWCA.  It gets the project done.  You know you won’t get it done at home.

Tuesday
April 8
9:15-11:15
and 7-9 pm

CUSTOM FRAMING. At this class, Creative Memories Framing Consultant, Stacy Olson, will work with you to help you choose the right combination of mats, glass and frame to match your special photos, children's artwork, certificates, needlework or flat memorabilia that have been hiding in your drawers, shelves or closets.  Creative Memories Custom Framing uses top-of-the-line materials including 100 percent solid wood-based frames, acid-free mounting board and UV-protective glass.  Once we’ve designed your piece, professional artisans will carefully assemble your project and in about 3 weeks you'll receive a beautiful keepsake ready to hang and enjoy with your family for years to come. Stacy will contact you before the class to discuss your project choice.  You may want to bring two or three items or groups of items to consider framing as you may get other ideas from other attendees. Class will be held for a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 attendees.
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Members and others: $5 reserves your place and will be deducted from your framing order.

2^nd Wednesday
of the month.
9:30-11:15

Contact president:
Karen Sptiler 781-837-7270
for more information. 

The Y’ise GARDENERS
The Y'ise Gardeners is a diverse group of individuals committed to promoting knowledge and appreciation of horticulture and the environment for our members and our community. Civic projects include Valentine favors for Meals on Wheels, Books in Bloom, Annual Plant Sale to benefit HS scholarship, Marshfield Fair, Festival of Trees and Christmas at Daniel Webster Estate. We meet the second Wednesday of each month for either a program or field trip. Upcoming programs include: March 12th: District lunch at the NE Flower Show.  April 9 Annual Meeting. June 11th: View rhododendrons at Sandwich Heritage Gardens. A new venture with Ventress Library will include evening garden lectures at the Library on March 12^th: Create a butterfly garden with Susan Mahler; May 14th: Window Boxes with George Stanchfield. We are looking for new members to join us!
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Garden Club membership. $12 per year plus membership in the YWCA.

IT IS SPRING!  GET THE GARDEN TOOLS OUT AND ACT!
Check out the Landscape Gardening later in the list.

Tuesday
May 13
9:15-11:15 

GARDENING IN CONTAINERS OR WINDOW BOXES-Eileen Wadon Forsyth
Whether this is your only attempt at gardening or you are a pro in larger spaces, there are challenges to making any container as beautiful as you imagine them.  Eileen will give you tips for sun and shade and all those other variations, which can cause trouble. Get a supply list at registration and go home with your first container done. Participants can start the season off with containers that will take them through multiple seasons.  Eileen owns Sea View Garden Care 781-837-8887
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Member $10, potential member $20.

Call:
781-834-9352
for an appointment

$30.00/half hour or $50.00/hour entire fee benefits the YWCA

WE NEED ALL SORTS OF TOOLS TO KEEP HEALTHY TRY THESE CLASSES

Friday
April 11^th
9:15-11:15

Energy Healing - Holly Dolben, PT and Reiki Master
Want to help yourself, your kids or your pets?  Learn how to refine this natural skill and increase your effectiveness.  Plenty of time to practice, receive and ask questions.
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Member $15 potential member $20

Tuesday
May 20
9:15 – 12:00

Member $15 potential member $20

Friday May 9^th
9:15-11:15

Insomnia - Holly Dolben, PT, and Reiki Master
We're coming out of the winter hibernation time, but some of us would like to be able to stay asleep a little longer, or maybe just get to sleep in the first place.  Learn an assortment of holistic approaches to promote healthy sleep.
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Member $15 potential member $20.

Ongoing on Monday evenings

Investing at the YWCA
The Y'ise Investors meet the third Monday evening of each month.  Learn with others and with only a small investment of money. For information contact Candace Kniffen 781-293-3147.
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YWCA membership plus Investment costs

5 Wednesday evenings starting
April 2, 7-9pm

JEWELRY PLUS DECORATIVE ITEMS - Flora Moynihan
Learn the basics of wire wrapping while creating exciting jewelry and items for your home. Supply list will be provided upon registration.
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Members $70, potential members $85.

10 Thursdays starting March 20
9:15-11:15

KNITTING - MaryLou McLean and Jen Mullen
Come and learn a new craft or come and challenge your knitting knowledge. Experienced and beginning knitters can come and work on individual projects including the funky new scarves kids love.  New knitters will knit a hat (please get supply list at registration) and experienced knitters bring your own projects.  You may also just drop in and knit with our donated materials for the needy. The group is working on wonderful comfort dolls that are being sent to children in Africa.
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Member $50, potential member $75.

Friday March 7
9:15-11:15

LANDSCAPE GARDEN PLANNING - Eileen Wadon Forsyth
Celebrate the first day of spring. What to put where?  Tall, short, annual, perennial, lots of care, able to be neglected?   Come make a plan that works for you and your yard.  Bring photos of your house and be sure to include any specific areas you want to plan. Eileen owns Sea View Garden Care
781-837-8887
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Member $10, potential member $20.

Second Monday of the month.
April 14, May 12, June 9

7:00-9:00 PM

LIVING INTUITIVELY - Helen Hobbs, Patty Mulkern, Karen Biagini, Holly Dolben
Are you curious about alternative ways of thinking and being?  Do you believe in the power of your mind and spirit to guide your choices and decisions?  Do you wish you could connect with other like-minded people to learn more about the natural world that surrounds us?  Have you ever wondered if things like yoga, tai chi, holistic medicine and chakras could really make a difference in your life?  Would you like an opportunity to discuss the issues of the day and how they will shape the future by changing the present?  Well then, have we got a group for you!  Come join us once a month for lively conversation with the most supportive, focused yet lighthearted group of women you’re likely to meet this winter.  Do you have a hunch that this will be a good idea?  Act on it!
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Member $20, potential member $35.

Tuesday April 29
9:15 – 11:15

Member $30, potential member $40. This includes $15 for the supplies provided by the teacher.

Tuesday
May 20
9:15-11:15

MIND-BODY CONNECTIONS - Holly Dolben
Whatever ailment you have may exist by more than coincidence or accident.  If you get the message your body is trying to tell you, then you may complete the physical healing much quicker.  Come and learn some common and likely associations behind various physical problems.
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Member $15, potential member $20

Monday May 12
9:15-11:15

PANINI SANDWICHES - Christine Josti
Love those specialty sandwiches? Did you receive a Panini Sandwich maker for the holidays and you’re not sure what to do with it. Learn how to make them yourselves. Christine will show you how to make her famous Eggplant and cheese panini sandwich. She will also share with you other recipes and ideas
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Member $10, potential member $20.

Friday April 4
9:15-11:15 

PHOTOGRAPHY - Leah Conrad, award-winning photographer
You've seen her photos and note cards at the YWCA, at North River Arts, at local restaurants.  Leah will give a one-time class so you can become comfortable using your digital camera.  What do all those buttons and settings do?  Your photos will not immediately be prizewinners like hers, but once you are comfortable using your camera, you can begin to concentrate on composition. Limited to the first 6 people who sign up.
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Member $10, potential member $20.

Saturdays 9-5
March 15,
April 19,
May 17^th
June 14^th

QUILT FOR A DAY SATURDAY - Mary Merrit
Come make a log cabin design quilt with company and encouragement.  You need to get the fabric list, material and cut your fabric ahead of the Saturday.  If you have not cut fabric for a quilt before, come to a Monday night class for instruction.   Depending on the size you should be able to finish piecing the top   Don't forget lunch. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED SIGN UP QUICK.

Cost per class. Members $15, potential member $35.

10 Mondays
starts March 24
9:15-11:15 or
7-9 pm

QUILTING - Mary Merritt mornings and with Doris Carroll in the evenings  Beginners can learn the basics of strip quilting from fabric selection through rotary cutting to the final stitch.  Quilters who have made a quilt already can learn lots of tips and get support.  Materials for a twin size would cost about $60, but you can make any size.  If this is the first quilt you've made, you should not buy material until after the first class.  You will need to bring a sewing machine to class.
Come finish that quilt.

Member $50, potential member $75.

Mondays
July 7^th, and
August 4^th
7 - 9pm

QUILTING IN THE SUMMER - Mary Merritt and Doris Carroll
Just so you don't go into total withdrawal, this is offered for quilters who have been taking classes at the YWCA.
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Member $15, potential member $30.

Call:
781-834-9352

For an appointment.

Reiki and Craniosacral Therapy - Holly Dolben, Physical Therapist and Reiki Master. This is a chance to sign up for a 1-hour personal, private treatment for stress relief, aches & pains, or energy balancing.  The process is extremely gentle and relaxing.  You can use the time to explore your own mind-body links, or just veg out and have a tune-up.  781-834-9352 to arrange an appointment.
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$50.00/hour

Entire fee benefits the YWCA.

6 Thursdays starts March 20
9:15-11:15

RUG HOOKING - Joyce Coulter
Old-fashioned rug hooking is one of the most durable and inexpensive crafts.  Your project--chair seat, pillow, wall hanging or rug can last 100 years, yet the supplies are minimal and the work easy.  Primitive and traditional methods used, classes on dying your wool fabrics if you are interested. For beginners and those who'd like to work with company.
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Member $42, potential member $65.

7 Wednesdays 
April 2, 16, 30, May 7, 14,21,28.
9:15-11:15 

SCRAPBOOKING - (for beginners and advanced) Stacy Olson, Creative Memories Consultant.  Are you overwhelmed by the boxes of photos you have stored around the house?  Then this class is for you!  If you are new to album making, come and learn the 4 basic and easy steps to getting your photos and stories into meaningful albums.  All the tools you need to get started will be available for your use—just bring your photographs!  And for the advanced scrappers this is a great opportunity for you to work on your albums as well as get great how-to tips and creative ideas.  WARNING-THIS CLASS IS ADDICTIING
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Member $55

Potential member $75.

2^nd Tuesday of April 8, May 13, June 10

9:15-11:15

Member $15 per class, potential member $25 per class. Or members take all three for $40.

TIME TO RELAX AND STRETCH

Wednesdays 9:00-10:15
3 five-week sessions starting March 5,
April 9, and
May 14

TAI CHI CHUAN/CHI KUNG - Mike Showstack
Tai Chi Chuan is one of the original systems of ancient Chinese martial arts.  The graceful yet outwardly simple techniques are highly effective.  The movements are slow and fluid, evenly defined and circular, ever interchanging and ever interweaving.  Each and every movement flows effortlessly from one into the next, evolving forward or backward.  Tai chi is relaxation, a meditation in motion, balance and harmony of the body and mind as one.  Practiced daily, tai chi is an excellent stress management technique.
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Sign up for $15 for a try out of this class.

Five weeks Member $70 potential member $90.

Tuesdays
April 29 and
May 6 

9:15-11:15

Member $15
Potential member  $25.
Kit Price $40.00 to the teacher.

9-11 OR
11:30-1:30

ADVANCED WATERCOLOR - Flora Moynihan
Classes continue on Tuesdays.  2 six week sessions starting
March 11^th and April 29^th
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Members $85, potential $100.

6 Tuesday evenings 7-9 starting April 1.  No fooling.

WATERCOLOR 101: the basics - Flora Moynihan
Each class will include lecture/demo, hands on exercises and homework assignments. Besides getting started with watercolors, students will be encouraged to develop individual painting styles.  Materials list available when you register. 
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Members $85, potential members $100.

Mon-Fri
9:15-10:15

ACTIVE WALKING
Let’s see if we can’t get a group going which will help its members get a routine going for this inexpensive healthful lifelong activity.
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Free to members Register ahead for babysitting.

Tuesday
4 wks starting
February 26
9:15-11:15

WINDOW TREATMENT - Marie Kurmin
This class will help you give the windows in your home a whole new look.  Marie can help you make many styles including cornice boards (the only no sew one).  You must call Marie at 781-837-1096 ahead of time so you can start working at the first class.  You will need to bring a sewing machine (and be able to sew a pretty straight line).  START by measuring the window you are treating.
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Members $55, potential member $70.

PROGRAMS BY RENTERS You'll want to check out:

• SCRAPPING CROP PARTY: Stacy Olson, Creative Memories Consultant. Join other scrappers one Friday evening a month and get those photos into albums. Stacy will share all her tools with you as well as share tips and shortcuts to help you complete pages quickly. Products will be available for purchase. Friday January 4th at 7pm register with Stacy at 781-837-0483.
• PUPPIES AND MORE with Karen Lanoue-Lambrecht. www.pawsitivelyobedient.com or 781-837-1510 :
  PUPPY K (9-16 wks); THE NEXT STEP BASIC MANNERS (18 wks and older). PreRegistration Required. Classes are one hour in length for five weeks. Canine Good Citizen Prep Class also available.
• YOGA-Patti D'Antuano-$72 for 6 weeks, $15 for a trial lesson. Membership not required. Thursdays 7-9PM on continuing basis.  Yoga is a technique of exercise and stretching to improve muscle tone, increase mobility and reduce tension. Exercise the body and mind together. Bring a mat to exercise on, wear clothes that allow easy movement and avoid eating heavy foods before class. Register with Patti at the class.