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2 | 3 - Learn to Crochet
7:00 PM-8:30 PM 04/03/2023 Learn to Crochet at Casa Belvedere! An eight-week program for adults and teens
Mondays, Feb. 13 to April 3, 2023, 7 to 8:30 pm
$210 members, $240 non-members Learn how to crochet and discover a relaxing hobby you will enjoy for life! Crochet is portable – you can always have a project with you on the go. If you can hold a pencil, you can crochet. You will learn how to comfortably hold a crochet hook and the yarn, you will learn the basic crochet stitches; the chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet and as you progress we may get into the shell stitch as well. Specific materials needed for each lesson are listed below, with links to Michael’s online at the bottom of the page. Students should bring the required materials to each class. Lesson 1: CHAIN STITCH: Using the small hook (B or C) and cotton thread, students will learn the chain stitch, then string beads to create a necklace or bracelet. Materials needed: Size B or C crochet hook (metal recommended), 1 Ball of Aunt Lynda’s Classic Cotton Thread (lighter colors recommended – not black.) Lesson 2: SLIP STITCH: Using cotton thread and a piece of fabric, make a coaster using the slip stitch and chain stitch. You will also learn the picot stitch. Materials needed: Size B or C crochet hook (metal recommended), scissors, 1 ball of Aunt Lynda’s Classic Cotton Thread (lighter colors recommended – not black), Teacher will supply a square of sturdy fabric or felt. Lesson 3: Single Crochet swatch using yarn. Materials needed: Size H or I Crochet hook, scissors, 1 skein worsted weight yarn, (i.e. Red Heart Super Saver, Caron One Pound, Caron Simply Soft or Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice). Lesson 4: Double Crochet swatch using yarn. Materials: Size H or I Crochet hook, scissors, 1 skein worsted weight yarn, (i.e. Red Heart Super Saver, Caron One Pound, Caron Simply Soft or Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice). Lessons 5, 6, 7 & 8: Student Driven. Students (with help from the teacher) will decide what type of project they would like to work on. Projects could be a scarf, snood, granny squares, bag or basket or other ideas students may have. Materials needed: Appropriate sized hook, scissors, yarn needle, worsted weight yarn and project ideas/pattern. About the instructor: Margaret Rucci is a first-generation Italian who learned to sew, knit, crochet, cook and all that good stuff from her maternal grandmother, her Nonna and her mom. Margaret teaches hand stitching to high school students during the day and loves teaching and sharing her crafty passions by night. Materials needed for this program: Be sure to bring materials to each class. You can purchase supplies at any craft store or online. Here is a list with live links to Michael’s, or bring what you have from home.
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9 | 10 | 11 - Tombola
6:00 PM-9:00 PM 04/11/2023 Tombola Tuesday, April 11 Doors open at 6:00 pm
Tombola games begin at 6:30 pm. Entry: Members free; non-members $10 per person. Tombola cards must be purchased for each round at $3 each. Tombola is a game that originated in Southern Italy. Similar to Bingo, the game is fun to play, easy to learn and for all ages. In order to win, players need to match a variety of winning combinations or patterns on cards. The game begins with a ball draw and ends when all 90 numbers are drawn or when a winner is declared for all the patterns of the game, whichever comes first. Entry: Members free; non-members $10 per person.
Tombola cards must be purchased for each round at $3 each.
Cash preferred.
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16 | 17 - Pilates
8:30 AM-9:30 AM 04/17/2023 FITNESS AT CASA BELVEDERE Mondays at 8:30am
April 17, May 1, May 8, May 15 PILATES with Christine Longcore-The whole person-while stabilizing one body part Join Christine of Long Core Pilates for a full body workout, utilizing a variety of props. Pilates works to tone, stretch and elongate the muscles through focused alignment, coordinated breathing and low-impact methods of resistance training. *Space limited due to specialized techniques and processes formatted to individual needs with props. Mat class: Personal mat recommended. No equipment required. - Children Cooking Class – Mini Chicken Pot Pies • Children Class (Ages 6-14)
4:00 PM-5:00 PM 04/17/2023 Monday, April 17 • 4:00-5:00 pm
Mini Chicken Pot Pie Held in the 2nd floor Galleria studio with views - Learn to Knit
5:00 PM-6:30 PM 04/17/2023 Learn to Knit at Casa Belvedere! An eight-week program for adults and teens 13+ Mondays, April 17 to June 19, 2023, 5 to 6:30 pm
(no classes May 1 and Memorial Day)
$210 members, $240 non-members In these classes, you will learn how to hold knitting needles and yarn, and you will learn all the basic knitting stitches: Casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch, ribbing and binding off. Specific materials needed for each lesson are listed below, with links to Michael’s online at the bottom of the page. Students should bring the required materials to each class. Week 1: Casting On & Knitted Swatch & Binding Off: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 20 stitches. Materials needed for Week 1: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 2: Purl Swatch: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 20 stitches. Materials needed for Week 2: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 3: Ribbing Swatch: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 30 stitches. Materials needed for Week 3: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 4: Hand Warmers: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 36 stitches. Materials needed for Week 4: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 5: Second Hand Warmer: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 36 stitches. Materials Needed for Week 5: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 6: Basket Weave Scarf: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 35 stitches. Materials needed for Week 6: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 7: Basket Weave Scarf: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles. Materials needed for Week 7: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 8: Basket Weave Scarf/Students Choice. Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles or needles to fit Student’s Choice project. Materials needed for Week 8: - appropriate size circular bamboo knitting needles
- number of skeins of yarn for project
- scissors
- Adult Cooking Class – Make Fresh Mozzarella
7:00 PM-9:00 PM 04/17/2023 Monday, April 17 • 7:00-9:00 pm
Making Fresh Mozzarella caprese! - Learn to Crochet
7:00 PM-8:30 PM 04/17/2023 Learn to Crochet at Casa Belvedere!
Mondays, 7 to 8:30 pm
$210 members, $240 non-members Learn how to crochet and discover a relaxing hobby you will enjoy for life! Crochet is portable – you can always have a project with you on the go. If you can hold a pencil, you can crochet. You will learn how to comfortably hold a crochet hook and the yarn, you will learn the basic crochet stitches; the chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet and as you progress we may get into the shell stitch as well. Specific materials needed for each lesson are listed below, with links to Michael’s online at the bottom of the page. Students should bring the required materials to each class. Lesson 1: CHAIN STITCH: Using the small hook (B or C) and cotton thread, students will learn the chain stitch, then string beads to create a necklace or bracelet. Materials needed: Size B or C crochet hook (metal recommended), 1 Ball of Aunt Lynda’s Classic Cotton Thread (lighter colors recommended – not black.) Lesson 2: SLIP STITCH: Using cotton thread and a piece of fabric, make a coaster using the slip stitch and chain stitch. You will also learn the picot stitch. Materials needed: Size B or C crochet hook (metal recommended), scissors, 1 ball of Aunt Lynda’s Classic Cotton Thread (lighter colors recommended – not black), Teacher will supply a square of sturdy fabric or felt. Lesson 3: Single Crochet swatch using yarn. Materials needed: Size H or I Crochet hook, scissors, 1 skein worsted weight yarn, (i.e. Red Heart Super Saver, Caron One Pound, Caron Simply Soft or Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice). Lesson 4: Double Crochet swatch using yarn. Materials: Size H or I Crochet hook, scissors, 1 skein worsted weight yarn, (i.e. Red Heart Super Saver, Caron One Pound, Caron Simply Soft or Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice). Lessons 5, 6, 7 & 8: Student Driven. Students (with help from the teacher) will decide what type of project they would like to work on. Projects could be a scarf, snood, granny squares, bag or basket or other ideas students may have. Materials needed: Appropriate sized hook, scissors, yarn needle, worsted weight yarn and project ideas/pattern. About the instructor: Margaret Rucci is a first-generation Italian who learned to sew, knit, crochet, cook and all that good stuff from her maternal grandmother, her Nonna and her mom. Margaret teaches hand stitching to high school students during the day and loves teaching and sharing her crafty passions by night. Materials needed for this program: Be sure to bring materials to each class. You can purchase supplies at any craft store or online. Here is a list with live links to Michael’s, or bring what you have from home.
| 18 - Children Cooking Class – Mini Chicken Pot Pies • Children Class (Ages 6-14)
4:00 PM-5:00 PM 04/18/2023 Tuesday, April 18 • 4:00-5:00 pm
Mini Chicken Pot Pie Held in the 2nd floor Galleria studio with views - Gluten-free Italian Cooking with Chef Pasqualina Raspaolo
7:00 PM-9:00 PM 04/18/2023 Gluten-free Italian Cooking with Chef Pasqualina Raspaolo
Tuesday, April 18 • 7:00-9:00 pm
Held in the 2nd floor Galleria studio with views
Gluten-free Italian Cooking! Chef, author and nutritionist Pasqualina Raspaolo will come to Casa Belvedere on Tuesday, April 18 to discuss gluten-free Italian cooking. She will also demonstrate how to make gluten-free gnocchi, and offer gluten-free biscotti for guests to sample. Gluten is a main component of many classic Italian dishes and desserts, so the chef made it her mission to convert them into gluten-free deliciousness. She is the founder/owner of Culinary Genes, and author of “Pasqualina’s Table, Our Italian Family Traditions The Gluten Free Way.”
| 19 - KIDS YOGA
4:30 PM-5:30 PM 04/19/2023 Fitness at Casa Belvedere
Kids Yoga with Meg
Wednesday April 19th at 4:30pm (Bring own mat) Instructor will guide children aged 6 through 12 years old on how to stretch the body, manage emotions, focus on the breath, find their creativity, and navigate self-compassion. The kids’ yoga class at Casa Belvedere will focus on flowing through beginner yoga poses, sun salutations, mindful movement, breathwork, and guided meditation. Kids should feel relaxed and calm by the end of class.
| 20 - Chess at Casa Belvedere
4:30 PM-5:30 PM 04/20/2023 CHESS AT CASA BELVEDERE Learn to play chess with master instructor Louis Fraser A two-hour class for all ages: children (age 5 and up), teens, parents, guardians and grandparents will learn together and have fun playing chess. Students will learn the essentials of chess, including vocabulary, rules, etiquette and respect. Parental involvement is welcome and encouraged. Personal chess sets are recommended but are not required. Chess is played worldwide, including in Italy, where one of the most famous chess games is held annually in Marostica. Click here to learn more. Four Thursdays at 4:30 pm in the 2nd floor Galleria “studio with a view”
April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11 Four-week session:
$80 per person members
$100 per person non-members
| 21 - Zumba
9:30 AM-10:30 AM 04/21/2023 FITNESS AT CASA BELVEDERE
Fridays at 9:30am
April 21, April 28, May 5, May 12 Zumba with Michelle Beyer Zumba is a 60-minute fitness class that works the whole body while focusing on cardio and Latin-inspired dance moves. Please wear sneakers or dance shoes. Held in the 2nd floor Galleria studio with views
| 22 - Virtual Writing Workshop – Writing Your Memories: New Year’s Writing & Revision Workshops with author Maria Giura
10:00 AM-12:00 PM 04/22/2023 Writing Your Memories: New Year’s Writing & Revision Workshops with author Maria Giura
No experience necessary, just a notebook, pen and desire to record the past. Saturday Mornings from 10 am to noon:
Jan. 21, 2023 (Generative)
Feb. 25 (Revision)
March 25 (Generative)
April 22 (Revision) Are there memories you want to write or (family) stories you want to record? Or maybe you have a piece of writing you’ve already started, something you wrote recently or years ago, that you’d like to pick up and receive help with/constructive feedback on? Join us for all or some of these supportive monthly workshops which will leave you with concrete suggestions to get closer to the truth of your own stories. January and March are generative – you will write new material – and February and April are revision – you’ll get feedback on something you’ve already written. For the revision workshops, once you’ve registered, you’ll be asked to email in advance a writing piece that is maximum 700 words. - Yogalates
10:15 AM-11:15 AM 04/22/2023 SATURDAY, April 22
10:15 am
*Held in the 2nd floor Galleria studio with views. Yogalates class will focus on the mind + body connection. This is a fusion fitness class that combines strengthening the core muscles, finding our balance, and stretching the whole body. Yogalates is the best of both worlds including Pilates and yoga movements. All levels welcome.
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23 | 24 - Learn to Knit
5:00 PM-6:30 PM 04/24/2023 Learn to Knit at Casa Belvedere! An eight-week program for adults and teens 13+ Mondays, April 17 to June 19, 2023, 5 to 6:30 pm
(no classes May 1 and Memorial Day)
$210 members, $240 non-members In these classes, you will learn how to hold knitting needles and yarn, and you will learn all the basic knitting stitches: Casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch, ribbing and binding off. Specific materials needed for each lesson are listed below, with links to Michael’s online at the bottom of the page. Students should bring the required materials to each class. Week 1: Casting On & Knitted Swatch & Binding Off: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 20 stitches. Materials needed for Week 1: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 2: Purl Swatch: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 20 stitches. Materials needed for Week 2: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 3: Ribbing Swatch: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 30 stitches. Materials needed for Week 3: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 4: Hand Warmers: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 36 stitches. Materials needed for Week 4: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 5: Second Hand Warmer: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 36 stitches. Materials Needed for Week 5: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 6: Basket Weave Scarf: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles, cast on 35 stitches. Materials needed for Week 6: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 7: Basket Weave Scarf: Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles. Materials needed for Week 7: - size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles
- one skein of yarn
- scissors
Week 8: Basket Weave Scarf/Students Choice. Using the size 7 circular bamboo knitting needles or needles to fit Student’s Choice project. Materials needed for Week 8: - appropriate size circular bamboo knitting needles
- number of skeins of yarn for project
- scissors
- Learn to Crochet
7:00 PM-8:30 PM 04/24/2023 Learn to Crochet at Casa Belvedere!
Mondays, 7 to 8:30 pm
$210 members, $240 non-members Learn how to crochet and discover a relaxing hobby you will enjoy for life! Crochet is portable – you can always have a project with you on the go. If you can hold a pencil, you can crochet. You will learn how to comfortably hold a crochet hook and the yarn, you will learn the basic crochet stitches; the chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet and as you progress we may get into the shell stitch as well. Specific materials needed for each lesson are listed below, with links to Michael’s online at the bottom of the page. Students should bring the required materials to each class. Lesson 1: CHAIN STITCH: Using the small hook (B or C) and cotton thread, students will learn the chain stitch, then string beads to create a necklace or bracelet. Materials needed: Size B or C crochet hook (metal recommended), 1 Ball of Aunt Lynda’s Classic Cotton Thread (lighter colors recommended – not black.) Lesson 2: SLIP STITCH: Using cotton thread and a piece of fabric, make a coaster using the slip stitch and chain stitch. You will also learn the picot stitch. Materials needed: Size B or C crochet hook (metal recommended), scissors, 1 ball of Aunt Lynda’s Classic Cotton Thread (lighter colors recommended – not black), Teacher will supply a square of sturdy fabric or felt. Lesson 3: Single Crochet swatch using yarn. Materials needed: Size H or I Crochet hook, scissors, 1 skein worsted weight yarn, (i.e. Red Heart Super Saver, Caron One Pound, Caron Simply Soft or Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice). Lesson 4: Double Crochet swatch using yarn. Materials: Size H or I Crochet hook, scissors, 1 skein worsted weight yarn, (i.e. Red Heart Super Saver, Caron One Pound, Caron Simply Soft or Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice). Lessons 5, 6, 7 & 8: Student Driven. Students (with help from the teacher) will decide what type of project they would like to work on. Projects could be a scarf, snood, granny squares, bag or basket or other ideas students may have. Materials needed: Appropriate sized hook, scissors, yarn needle, worsted weight yarn and project ideas/pattern. About the instructor: Margaret Rucci is a first-generation Italian who learned to sew, knit, crochet, cook and all that good stuff from her maternal grandmother, her Nonna and her mom. Margaret teaches hand stitching to high school students during the day and loves teaching and sharing her crafty passions by night. Materials needed for this program: Be sure to bring materials to each class. You can purchase supplies at any craft store or online. Here is a list with live links to Michael’s, or bring what you have from home.
| 25 - Children Italian Language Classes
4:00 PM-5:00 PM 04/25/2023 SPRING SESSION
Classes take place from April 18 – June 20 • 10 classes
Children Italian: Tuesdays 4:00 to 5:00 pm (ages 4 to 8) Parliamo Italiano – These classes focus on introducing Italian language to children. They offer an interactive approach to the language, designed to get students comfortable speaking Italian. During our sessions, we explore and experiment with basic vocabulary and expressions. Worksheets and videos are also used during the sessions to assist in learning. - TARANTELLA FOLK DANCE AND DINNER
6:30 PM-8:30 PM 04/25/2023 TARANTELLA FOLK DANCE AND DINNER
Tuesday, April 25th • 6:30pm A extraordinary performance not to be missed! A special concert and dinner event on Tuesday, April 25 featuring the internationally renowned TARANTELLA FOLK DANCE. This mystical and sensual production highlights historic healing trance dances from the regions of Puglia, Campania, Sicily and Calabria, with ritual drumming and chants. Featuring Alessandra Belloni (artistic director, vocal and percussion); John La Barbera (guitar and mandolin); and dancers Francesca Silvano and Peter De Geronimo. Buffet dinner at 6:30 pm, followed by the performance. Wine, beer and soft drinks available for purchase. $45 pp members, $55 pp non-members.
| 26 | 27 - Chess at Casa Belvedere
4:30 PM-5:30 PM 04/27/2023 CHESS AT CASA BELVEDERE Learn to play chess with master instructor Louis Fraser A two-hour class for all ages: children (age 5 and up), teens, parents, guardians and grandparents will learn together and have fun playing chess. Students will learn the essentials of chess, including vocabulary, rules, etiquette and respect. Parental involvement is welcome and encouraged. Personal chess sets are recommended but are not required. Chess is played worldwide, including in Italy, where one of the most famous chess games is held annually in Marostica. Click here to learn more. Four Thursdays at 4:30 pm in the 2nd floor Galleria “studio with a view”
April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11 Four-week session:
$80 per person members
$100 per person non-members
| 28 - Zumba
9:30 AM-10:30 AM 04/28/2023 FITNESS AT CASA BELVEDERE
Fridays at 9:30am
April 21, April 28, May 5, May 12 Zumba with Michelle Beyer Zumba is a 60-minute fitness class that works the whole body while focusing on cardio and Latin-inspired dance moves. Please wear sneakers or dance shoes. Held in the 2nd floor Galleria studio with views
| 29 - Serene Yoga and Meditation with Savasana and Mocktails
9:30 AM-10:30 AM 04/29/2023 Saturday April 29, 9:30 to 11 am Experience a guided meditation and series of breath-work to cultivate inner peace, flow through Pilates/yoga movement, deep relaxation during a hands-on savasana (restorative pose) with lavender essential oil, and conclude with a hydrating and healthy refreshing mocktail.
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