Arts & History

History

Information: 303-987-7850

Classes And Workshops

SOAPMAKING y Tuesday, June 13 – Summer Rose y Tuesday, July 11 – Wildflower y Tuesday, August 8 – Cherry

Have you ever wondered how to make soap at home? Explore supplies, different techniques, and fun recipes in this class You will take several pieces of handmade soap with you at the end! It’s good, clean fun!

Ages: 16+

$50 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

Introduction To Spencerian Basics

The Spencerian hand is a timeless handwriting style that has found its place in the world of beautiful calligraphic lettering Focus will be on the exploration and development of the lowercase alphabet, and the capital letters of your name . Learn and practice with two simple tools to get started — the common pencil and paper

Ages: 16+ $90 Early registration price, $95 Regular price

Flashback Crafts

Introduction To Blacksmithing

Introduction to the blacksmithing arts! Let the anvil, hammer, and heat be your tools as your craft your very own grill tool!

Ages: 18+

$95 Early registration price, $100 Regular price

CRAFT-TEA

Join us for a fun craft or activity, followed by morning tea and snack with your little one! Activities best suited for ages 3-12 Themes will be Fun in the Sun, Under the Sea, and Dog Days of Summer! Please call 303-987-7098 or email SteLue@lakewood.org for dietary restrictions.

Ages: 3-12

Regular Price: $10 (Cost for each participant ages 3-12, other attendees free) y June 15 – Summer Camp Classics (Gods Eye and Plastic Lanyard Keychain) y July 20 – Papermaking y Aug 17 – Friendship Bracelets

Flashback to the 20th century - Heritage Lakewood’s Flashback Craft program combines the hands-on fun of a classic craft with a trip into one of Heritage Lakewood’s 15 historic buildings for a snapshot into 20th century history . Fee covers one adult and one child participant(s), along with a single) takeaway craft.

Ages: 10+

Regular Price: $20

Luncheons And Lectures

Historical Luncheon

Enjoy a delicious lunch and an exciting presentation on a historical topic! Email SteLue@Lakewood.org for dietary restrictions.

y Tuesday, July 11 – Beer Sisters Dairy: Learn the amazing story of five tenacious sisters, who, against all odds became the owners of the largest dairy in Denver!

RELAY COLORADO – 711

If you have a hearing impairment, dial 711 and request Lakewood Community Resources at 303-987-7800

Ages: All

Price: $20

History Happy Hour

Journey back in time with activities and fun programs!

y June 20 – Illumination: What is an illumination? Learn the history of how this international trend in fine arts came to America in the1920s y Aug 8 – Denver Modern Architecture: We will host modern architecture preservationists, Docomomo, to share about local mid-century modern design and architecture, along with the stories and people behind it .

Ages: All Regular Price: $5

Sneak Peeks And Snacks

Go behind the scenes with Heritage Lakewood’s professional curators! Enjoy snacks and refreshments in the historic Caretaker’s Cottage while sneaking a peek at artifacts, collections, and structures not available to the public!

y Tue, June 20 – Red Barn and Vehicle Collection y Tue, July 18 – Valentine Diner and Restaurant Stories y Tue, Aug 15 – Variety Store and Beauty Salon

Ages: All Regular Price: $10

Events

BELMAR BASE BALL BOUT: VINTAGE BASEBALL MATCH

Take your family out to the old ball game! Bring your folding chairs, cold water, and snacks for a fun family outing, as it used to be! Heritage Lakewood and the Belmar Vintage Baseball Association proudly present the Belmar Base Ball Bout - a vintage baseball match This game will feature vintage rules, uniforms, and a whole lot of fun With vintage pricing and tickets for just $4 and under, it also won’t break the bank

Date/Time: Sat ., July 22 at 10 a .m .

Ages: All

Tickets: Adults: $5 Youth (3-12) $3

Purchase tickets beginning June 1 by calling 303-987-7845 or at Lakewood.org/Tickets.

Tours

Historic Building Tours

Explore Lakewood’s distinct past with a guided tour of Heritage Lakewood historic buildings Stroll through historic Belmar Park, once the home of The Denver Post heiress May Bonfils Stanton . Explore our 1930s farmhouse, the 1948 Valentine Diner and the 1920s Country School . Perfect for families and small groups!

Subject to volunteer and staff availability. Must be scheduled at least one week prior to ensure availability of a guide. Groups of eight or more may require multiple guides.

Ages: All

Adults: $5 Seniors (65+) $4 . Youth (3-12) $3 .

Bites Of History Tour

Relax and tour Heritage Lakewood at a slower pace Nibble and sip on comforting snacks amongst the charming, historic buildings as you take the time to enjoy conversation with our guides and your fellow tour-goers . By appointment only. Please call 303-987-7098 or email SteLue@Lakewood.org to schedule.

Ages: All $20 per person

COOKING/NUTRITION

Information: Wellness@Lakewood .org or Lakewood .org/Nutrition

All classes led by a Registered Dietician.

Intuitive Eating Workshop

Intuitive Eating focuses on ten principles to help you ditch dieting and make peace with food Key concepts include waking up with hunger and fullness cues, challenging the food police, respecting your body, gentle nutrition, and most importantly, satisfaction . This is a small group workshop that will utilize the Intuitive Eating Workbook to help each person overcome nutritional habits The 11-week session includes a workbook and is facilitated by a Registered Dietician.

Ages: 12+

$110 Resident, $125 Nonresident

LET’S EAT! COOKING CLUB

These hands-on 4-week programs will teach you the fundamentals of using your kitchen to its fullest potential and working on meal prepping your favorite meals with a nutritious spin and recipe sharing . The classes will include cooking, educational lectures and materials, and of course, eating! An email will be sent prior to the class with the list of ingredients and supplies needed. If you need assistance with any of these items, please contact the Fitness Coordinator at Wellness@Lakewood.org.

Ages: 12+

$28 Resident, $36 Nonresident

EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING for arts and dance programming begins on April 18 and continues to seven days prior to the first day of the program.

REGULAR PRICING begins six days prior to the first day of the program.

TEEN & ADULT DANCE

Information: 303-987-7845

Ages: 13+ unless otherwise noted

Most adult classes progress throughout the year, with the exception of Ballroom and Dance Fitness classes, which are not progressive.

Drop-in: All classes are registration classes with a dropin option for those who can only participate when their schedule permits Drop-in fee is $12 for a one-hour class, $15 for a 1 . 5-hour class . For classes in which a partner is required, price is per person .

Private Dance Instruction: Private dance instruction is available by appointment; book a single, three or fivelesson package in the dance of your choice . Wedding dance instruction is also offered using the couple’s chosen music . A couple’s wedding dance can be choreographed for an additional set fee Email NatRen@ Lakewood org for pricing and information .

Virtual Classes: $35 Regular price . Virtual class members cannot attend in-person To register for virtual classes, add the letter V as indicated in the Activity # . For example, to register for the first session of virtual Tap: Beginning, enter 17AV2101-01.

BALLET: BASICS FOR ADULTS

Have you always wanted to attend a ballet class but felt nervous? Fret not! Designed for adults with absolutely no prior training, we’ll gently guide you through positions, posture and balance . Learn foundational steps that will carry you through to the next level and every other type of style Best of all, it’s a great workout!

Ages: 16+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

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BALLET: OPEN LEVEL

Whether you are looking to start or want to start again, this class offers a wonderful and fun environment to develop strength, agility, flexibility, and fluidity of movement . Steps are practiced in classical and contemporary combinations at the barre, in the center and across-the-floor

Ages: 16+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$56 Early registration price, $66 Regular price

BALLROOM: COUNTRY

If you love country music . .you will enjoy dancing with your partner to your favorite popular country music artists! This summer, we will cover Country Two Step, Country Waltz and Nightclub Two Step Partner recommended.

Ages: 16+

Instructor: Dianne Losasso

$34 Early registration price, $44 Regular price

COUNTRY TWO STEP

NIGHTCLUB TWO STEP

BALLROOM: SWING STYLES

Swing to the Beat this summer! We will explore East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, and Country Swing! Footwork, body styling and partner techniques are taught Partner required.

Ages: 15+

Instructor: Dianne Losasso

$34 Early registration price, $44 Regular price

EAST COAST SWING

DANCE FITNESS: BALLROOM FIT

Enjoy great music for country dances, Latin ballroom, and swing while learning the basic footwork of these popular dances This is your opportunity to learn without a partner Footwork is presented in fun, easy to learn steps and short routines to stimulate muscle memory This class is a perfect prelude to partner dance classes and supports physical and mental exercise No partner needed.

Ages: 18+

Instructor: Dianne Losasso

$34 Early registration price, $44 Regular price

WEST COAST SWING

BELLY DANCE: BEGINNING

Learn the basics of this fun, international dance form (posture, isolation, basic steps, easy combos) while increasing core strength, coordination and fluidity . Classic body movements of the hips, ribcage, arm and hands are covered .

Ages: 13+

Instructor: Dianne Losasso

$34 Early registration price, $44 Regular price

Hoop Dance For Beginners

Interested in learning to hula hoop or getting back into a flow to just dance? Come learn fun and foundational hooping movement through trick breakdowns that build into a great cardio workout that increases core stamina, boosts your mood, and fortifies your concentration!

Ages: 16+

Instructor: Ana Cruz

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

JAZZ: OPEN LEVEL

If you want to get back into dancing or are a first time mover, this is the class for you! Jazz dance includes strength, flexibility, conditioning and progressions Students will learn the art of jazz in its entirety from old school to new styles As well as choreography to popular music of today along with vintage styles of jazz from past decades

Ages: 13+

Instructor: Dana Wasielewski

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

TAP: BEGINNING

Step-shuffle-ball-change your way to the Lakewood Cultural Center! This class is an introduction to the principles of tap dance technique in a fun and relaxed environment Students learn the fundamental steps of tap dance, including basic movements performed across-the-floor and simple rhythmic combinations in center

Ages: 13+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

$35 Registration for virtual classes (Use activity # with prefix 27AV, ex: 27AV2101-01)

MODERN/CONTEMPORARY: OPEN LEVEL

Looking for a more expansive and grounded way to move? Connect with the floor and the space around you while developing body awareness and strength Classes focus on floor work, technique exercises, and moving across-the-floor culminating in a fun movement combination at the end of each class . No experience necessary.

Ages: 15+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

MODERN/CONTEMPORARY: INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

Looking for a more expansive and grounded way to move? Connect with the floor and the space around you while developing body awareness and strength Classes focus on floor work, technique exercises and moving across-the-floor culminating in a fun movement combination at the end of each class . Some experience needed for this level.

Ages: 15+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

(No class July 4.)

TAP: BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE

Do you feel like you have mastered the fundamentals of tap and want to learn more? Then this class is perfect for you! Students will learn more complex steps with a focus on longer combinations Some experience is recommended for this level.

Ages: 18+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

$35 Registration for virtual classes (Use activity # with prefix 27AV, ex: 27AV2103-01)

(No class July 19.)

TAP: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED

This class is ideal for those who have tapped, want to brush up on their skills and advance to more complex steps Students will learn intermediate-level vocabulary, technique, progressions, rhythms and short routines in a fun and relaxed environment . Prior experience is recommended for this level.

Ages: 18+

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$45 Early registration price, $55 Regular price

Youth Dance

Information: 303-987-7845

For classes that need instructor permission, contact Cultural Programs Coordinator at NatRen@Lakewood.org.

Required Age: all students must meet noted minimum age requirement before class start date .

REQUIRED ATTIRE FOR YOUTH DANCE

Ballet, lyrical, contemporary: leotard & tights or form fitting T-shirt and leggings; Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz: comfortable athletic clothing

REQUIRED FOOTWEAR FOR YOUTH DANCE

Ballet, lyrical: ballet slippers; Tap: tap shoes; Hip Hop: tennis shoes; Jazz: jazz shoes; Contemporary: bare feet

Dance With Me

This class is an excellent introduction to the world of dance . A creative movement class designed for child and parent/ caregiver to enhance gross motor coordination and listening skills through music, props and dance Please have your child wear comfortable clothing that he/she will not trip in.

Ages: 1 5-3

Instructor: Ana Cruz

$35Early registration price, $45 Regular price

Kinder Circus

This is a great introduction to various circus disciplines for your little ones . We will cover stretching and flexibility, tumbling, hula hoops, juggling, and more! Circus arts is a great physical activity as well as mentally stimulating . It promotes body autonomy, group participation, and selfconfidence for this early age

Ages: 3-5

Instructor: Ana Cruz

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Creative Movement

This class provides dancers with an introduction to movement and music while learning teamwork, showmanship in a positive and nurturing environment . Lessons include exercises for learning basic rhythms, patterns and using imagination .

Ages: 3-5

Instructor: Ana Cruz (Tue, Thu), Carley Nasca Jadrich (Sat)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

July 1.)

Pre Ballet I

Building on elements from Creative Movement, this class will teach basic ballet positions, terminology, awareness of patterns and coordination through music in a lively and engaging environment

Ages: 5-7

Instructor: Jessica Bertram (Wed), Tanniqua-Kay Buchanan (Fri), Carley Nasca Jadrich (Sat)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

COMMUNITY CONNECTION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE!

Convenient reading. Easy registration. Lakewood.org/CommunityConnection

(No class June 30, July 1, July 5.)

Pre Ballet Ii

Building on elements from Pre-Ballet I, this class will teach basic ballet positions, terminology, awareness of patterns and coordination through music in a lively and engaging environment .

Required: One year Pre-Ballet I or instructor recommendation .

Ages: 6 . 5-7

Instructor: Tanniqua-Kay Buchanan (Fri), Carley Nasca Jadrich (Sat)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Ballet Level Iii

Young dancers with a good handle on ballet basics will learn more advanced terminology and ballet technique while working on fluidity of movement through barre and center floor work . Additional attention will be placed on more complex across-the-floor and center combinations This class is skill-based, not age-based It is recommended that dancers in this level take ballet twice a week, with choices of Ballet II or Open Ballet as options for this additional class. For additional strength work, consider registering concurrently for Pre-Pointe.

Required: At least one year of Ballet II and/or instructor permission .

Ages: 10-17

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$52 Early registration price, $62 Regular price

(No class June 30, July 1.)

Ballet Level I

Terminology and movement are introduced while body placement, flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and classic ballet technique are developed through barre and center floor work Dancers will learn basic ballet steps by practicing them at the barre, moving across-the-floor and in short combinations .

Ages: 8-12

Instructor: Jessica Bertram

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Pre Pointe

This class focuses on proper mechanics and strength in preparation for pointe work Students work on increasing flexibility, strengthening the core, feet and ankles, and proper alignment . Terminology, anatomy and history are also emphasized Students may begin pointework in this class

Required: Registration requirement: concurrently with Ballet III

Ages: 10-17

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$36 Early registration price, $46 Regular price

(No class July 4.)

Ballet Level Ii

Young dancers with prior experience will continue to learn terminology and movement while body placement, flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and classic ballet technique are developed through barre and center floor work Across-the-floor and combinations will be expanded to further prepare dancers for more advanced movements .

Ages: 10-15

Instructor: Jessica Bertram

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Contemporary For Youth

Contemporary dance is the dance of “today” and is generally a fusion of multiple different dance styles In this class, students will learn the elevated and ethereal qualities of ballet while incorporating the luxurious and grounded quality of modern dance and the precision of jazz dance . Class will focus on terminology, technique and expression through barre, center and across-the-floor exercises Best for beginners. Students progress into Ballet II, Ballet III, Jazz II, Open Ballet or Open Modern

Ages: 13-17

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Pre Hip Hop

This funky, age-appropriate hip-hop class is geared toward teaching rhythm, while adding fun dance games and movement sequences to music .

Ages: 3-5

Instructor: Adrienne Smyth

*$30 Early registration price, $40 Regular price (4 weeks) $40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price (5 weeks)

(No class June 19, July 3.)

Hip Hop I

This class introduces our young dancers to tumbling and hip hop through exercises and movement as they learn to control their balance and coordination All levels welcomed and highly recommended to begin with this class even with previous experience in other styles. House style is emphasized in this class .

Ages: 6-12

Instructor: Jessica Bertram (Wed), Anthony Morales (Fri)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Hip Hop Ii

This class builds upon the skills learned from Hip Hop I and developing vocabulary, body awareness and musicality . Students will also develop confidence and teamwork and grow these skills into more difficult moves and combinations

Required: One year of Hip Hop I and instructor permission .

Ages: 8-14

Instructor: Anthony Morales

*$30 Early registration price, $40 Regular price (4 weeks)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price (5 weeks)

HULA HOOP/CIRCUS ARTS: AGES 5-8

Learn the foundations of ground circus disciplines such as tumbling, acro, strength, flexibility and object manipulation (juggling, hula hooping, spinning plates) . Using hand eye-coordination, large motor skills and building muscular stamina will help us learn these fun skills Students will learn how to work together in their progress as well as how to spot each other when practicing more advanced skills Class is for all skill levels!

Ages: 5-8

Instructor: Ana Cruz

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

(No class June 30, July 5.)

HULA HOOP/CIRCUS ARTS: AGES 8-15

Learn the foundations of ground circus disciplines such as tumbling, acro, strength, flexibility and object manipulation (juggling, hula hooping, spinning plates) Using hand eye-coordination, large motor skills and building muscular stamina will help us learn these fun skills . Students will learn how to work together in their progress as well as how to spot each other when practicing more advanced skills Class is for all skill levels!

Ages: 8-15

Instructor: Ana Cruz

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Lyrical

This class is perfect for dancers looking for a more emotional style of dance Students will work on basic technique and expressivity of movement through warm-ups, across-thefloor exercises, and choreography

Ages: 10-15

Instructor: Adrienne Smyth

*$30 Early registration price, $40 Regular price (4 weeks)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price (5 weeks)

PRE TAP/ PRE BALLET

JAZZ I

Jazz dance includes strength, flexibility, conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps . In this class, students also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance . Students will learn choreography to popular and age-appropriate music of today along with vintage styles of jazz from past decades

Ages: 8-13

Instructor: Dana Wasielewski

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

JAZZ

Ii

This class is inspired by the jazz techniques of Matt Mattox, Luigi, and Lynn Simonson Students will work through a traditional warm-up, across-the-floor exercises, jumps and combinations . This class progresses throughout the year, building on skills learned in Jazz I .

Required: Instructor permission

Ages: 12-15

Instructor: Dana Wasielewski

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

This pre-ballet/pre-tap combination class will introduce fundamental ballet positions while students learn rhythms, patterns, tap steps, and choreography

Required: All participants must have tap shoes for safety while learning tap steps

Ages: 4-6

Instructor: Adrienne Smyth

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

Tap I

Using warm-ups, movement across the floor and short combinations, students will learn how to use their shoes to create a variety of different sounds, how to count music and the basic movements that are the building blocks of the dance form . Class is for students with little or no tap experience.

Ages: 6-10

Instructor: Adrienne Smyth

*$30 Early registration price, $40 Regular price (4 weeks)

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price (5 weeks)

(No class June 19, July 3.)

Tap Ii

Using warm-ups, movements across the floor, and more complex center combinations, students will build upon their tap skills to learn additional vocabulary, tap step progressions, and rhythmic patterns Class is for students with some tap experience.

Required: At least one year of Tap I or instructor permission

Ages: 8-15

Instructor: Jessica Riggs

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price class July 19.)

Tap Iii

Using warm-ups, across-the-floor, and center floor combinations, students will build on their skills from previous tap classes . They will learn choreography incorporating more complex rhythms This class will also introduce more challenging steps, tap history, and improvisation .

Shoe Requirements: Lace-up shoes with hard soles and screws instead of grommets . No Mary-Jane-style shoes or split-soles .

Required: Instructor permission

Ages: 12-17

Instructor: Adrienne Smyth

$40 Early registration price, $50 Regular price

(No class July 6.)

20-Aug 17

Location: Charles Whitlock Recreation Center

Information: Info@FeeltheBeat Dance

Register: FeeltheBeat Dance

Express yourself and utilize Feel the Beat’s groundbreaking dance floor that emphasizes musical vibration during instruction and further your strength and abilities as a dancer .

Our classes and curriculum have been specifically tailored to fit the needs of all, including those who are the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or with special needs We provide a safe and encouraging space for all students and do our best to further enhance each students dance and life skills

*Kids Yoga classes are hosted on the second and fourth Saturday of the month

FEEL THE BEAT CLASS SCHEDULE: MAY 22-AUG 31

Designed for pre-teens to prepare for babysitting opportunities. Students will learn to identify routine childcare duties (feeding, bathing, diapering), basic child development and be able to provide activities for the developmental stages.

Also stressed will be home and fire safety, infant and child CPR, rescue breathing and choking procedures.

AGES: 11+ | $75 RESIDENT, $100 NONRESIDENT

The Lakewood Cultural Center is looking for youth ages 10-17 to share their joy for dance for the community.