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2022 FALL ADULT CLASSES
CHESTER WRITERS CLUB
The Chester Writers Club with Carlotta Holton meets once a month on Wednesdays from June to December.
DATES: 6/15, 7/20, 8/17, 9/21, 10/19, 11/16, 12/21
TIMES: 1-3PM
LOCATION: The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
COST: FREE
REGISTER: Call/email Carlotta Holten @ (973) 927-2983 or salempact@verizon.net
STUDIO ART
All skill levels are welcome to our studio art class with local artist Jane Biron. Classes will be held on the third Tuesday of the month from September through December. Reference photos will be provided but please feel free to bring your own. Artists are encouraged to work at their own pace in the style of an open studio plus Jane will demonstrate during each class for assistance.
September 20th – Pencil and/or water color
October 18th – Acrylic painting
November 15th – Pencil and/or water color
December 20th – Acrylic painting
DATES: 9/20, 10/18, 11/15, 12/20
TIMES: 10AM-12PM
LOCATION: The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
COST: $40 for 4 sessions
TURN YOUR MEMORIES INTO A MEMOIR
For Yourself & Your Family
Join Debby Fedderly for her memoir writing class on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month beginning September 13th.
Questions? Call Debby Fedderly @ (908) 455-1989.
DATES: 9/13, 9/27, 10/11, 10/25, 11/8, 11/22, 12/13, 12/27
TIMES: 10:30AM-12PM
LOCATION: The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
COST: $85 for 8 sessions
YOGA
Tuesdays 6PM-7PM
September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14, 21, 28. No class October 31.
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Fridays 9:30AM-10:30AM
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1. No class November 24.
@ The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
Yoga For EveryBody is a program designed to meet the needs of all class participants. The program was created by Kathleen Margiotta, a traditionally trained yogini with 20+ years of teaching experience. Yoga For Every Body fosters strength, flexibility, and balance, as well as promotes a sense of well-being and accomplishment. Classes focus on the needs of the individual within a non-competitive group setting. This program is based on the Hatha Yoga tradition and incorporates Vinyasa flow poses and meditation. Classes are designed for adults at all fitness levels. Participants will provide their own yoga mat and blocks. Age: 16+.
September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14, 21, 28. No class October 31.
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Fridays 9:30AM-10:30AM
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1. No class November 24.
@ The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
Yoga For EveryBody is a program designed to meet the needs of all class participants. The program was created by Kathleen Margiotta, a traditionally trained yogini with 20+ years of teaching experience. Yoga For Every Body fosters strength, flexibility, and balance, as well as promotes a sense of well-being and accomplishment. Classes focus on the needs of the individual within a non-competitive group setting. This program is based on the Hatha Yoga tradition and incorporates Vinyasa flow poses and meditation. Classes are designed for adults at all fitness levels. Participants will provide their own yoga mat and blocks. Age: 16+.
2023 FALL children's CLASSES
ART EXPLORERS
Wednesdays, September 20- October 25
Ages 5-8
@ The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
Explore the colorful world of Art! Learn about line, shape, color, and more while creating imaginative artwork. Families and friends are invited to our closing Art Show.
Explore the colorful world of Art! Learn about line, shape, color, and more while creating imaginative artwork. Families and friends are invited to our closing Art Show.
TIMES: Wednesdays, 5:00-5:45pm
COST: $195 for 6-week session, plus taxes/fees
Register: https://app.getoccasion.com/xp/BbX5k6KM
AWESOME ARTISTS
Thursdays, September 21- October 26
Ages 7-10
@ The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
Calling all young artists who love to draw and paint. Create a unique collection of colorful artwork during this creative after school class. Families and friends are invited to our closing Art Show.
TIMES: Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm
COST: $200 for 6-week session, plus taxes/fees
Register: https://app.getoccasion.com/xp/lhSVgkFr
TWEEN ART CLUB
Thursdays, September 21- October 26
Ages 8-12
@ The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
For Tween Artists who enjoy trying new techniques, this creative class is filled with variety. We’ll create projects with watercolors, acrylic paints, pen & ink, collage, and more! Families and friends are invited to our closing Art Show.
TIMES: Thursdays, 6:15-7:30pm
COST: $205 for 6-week session, plus taxes/fees
Register: https://app.getoccasion.com/xp/qNQkPjp2
Fall 2022 children's CLASSES
MUSIC TOGETHER
Music & movement classes taught by Mom/Son team! Max Meyer, Cast Member of STOMP National Tour and NYC Production,https://stomponline.com/tour_performers.html and Cynthia Meyer, hailed by the NJ Center for Music and Young Children for outstanding achievement in teaching and musicianship. Ten-week session held indoors (well ventilated space). Tuition includes a CD, song/picture book, access to online family music zone, and family newsletter. Classes begin September 7th. For more information visit www.musictogetherofchester.com
WHEN: Wednesdays 9:15AM, 10:15AM, Thursdays 9:15AM, 10:15AM, or 11:15AM
AGE: Birth – 5 years old
LOCATION: The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
COST: $250; additional siblings $110 off; babies 9 months and younger free with paid sibling
REGISTER: Call or email Cynthia (973) 219-2181, cynthia@musictogetherofchester.com
Artsi Kids
Calling all Artsi kids! Join Mrs. C. from Artsi Studio for a creative 6-week session. Students in grades 1-5 will learn art techniques and grow their skills while having fun with friends.
Families are invited to our closing Art Show. Art enrichment classes are taught by Sharon Calle, a certified K-12 art educator with a BFA degree. For questions email sharon@artsistudio.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.ARTSISTUDIO.COM
WHEN: Wednesdays @ 4PM or 5PM
DATES: 9/28, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
GRADES: 1-5, Drop-off
LOCATION: The Field House, 107 Seminary Avenue, Chester, NJ
COST: $210 per child
REGISTER:
WED @ 4PM https://app.getoccasion.com/xp/Z8qq3jrS
WED @ 5PM https://app.getoccasion.com/xp/llDGgC7r
*Pricing includes all materials and supplies and a closing Art Show for families.
TENNIS WITH USA SPORT group
Join USA Sport Group for family developmental tennis programs that cater to all age groups and ability levels beginning on September 13th. Sign up before September 1 to take advantage of the early sign up price!
WHEN: Tuesdays or Saturdays 09/13/22-11/05/22
LOCATION: Grove Street Park, 66 Grove Street, Chester, NJ
REGISTER: usasportgroup.com
MULTI-SPORTS WITH USA SPORT GROUP
Join USA Sport Group for a fun, positive introduction to a variety of sports for young children. Beginning September 18th, players will have the opportunity to try Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball, and Track & Field. Sign up before September 1 to take advantage of the early sign up price!
WHEN: Sundays 09/18/22-11/06/22
LOCATION: Municipal Field, 134 Main Street, Chester, NJ
REGISTER: usasportgroup.com