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Issue date: August 11, 2000

Make the most of fall by taking a class in something you've always wanted to do. It's never too late to get in shape or learn a new language. Try the tango or waltz, or learn to play the piano. All the classes listed below are local. So go for it!

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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Avenidas offers a wide range of classes, lectures, and activities aimed at meeting the broad interests of adults over 50. Classes and lectures range from music, art, and history to computers. There are exercise classes for every fitness level from aerobics to gentle exercise and back strengthening. Participate in recreational trips around the Bay Area, or visit the Health Library of Avenidas, a resource for all ages. Call for a schedule of classes and more information.

Magic

@addr:P.O. Box 15894, Stanford, 94309, 323-7333

Magic is a non-profit organization that offers classes and programs designed to teach how to apply ecology to daily life to clarify values, improve health, increase cooperation, and steward the environment. Classes include yoga (Tuesdays 6-7 p.m.) and "Beyond Illusion: An Ecological Approach to Value (Thursdays, 7-9:30 p.m.). Contact Hilary for more information at 323-7333, or email at hilary@ecomagic.org.

FOR THE BODY

If you experience joint or muscle pain, the Arthritis Self- Help Course was designed for you. Learn techniques to manage your arthritis. Palo Alto Senior Center in Palo Alto will host classes starting in Sept. Pre-registration is required and enrollment is limited. Material fees are $20. Call Stanford Arthritis Center at 1-800-366-2624 or the Arthritis Foundation at 1-800-464-6240 for more information.

Body Therapy Center @addr:368 California Ave., PA, 328-9000

Since 1983 the Body Therapy Center state-approved school for massage and bodywork has offered classes to both professionals and the community at at large. We offer 1,000 hours of professional certification courses, dozens of continuing education classes, and a wide variety of community workshops. Prices begin at $40. Call for a class schedule, description and prices or visit the website at http://www.bodymindspirit.net.

California Yoga Center

@addr:570 Showers Drive, Suite 5, MV, 947-9642

The center offers classes in hatha yoga for beginning to advanced yoga students. Ongoing yoga classes are scheduled every day from early morning to evening with special classes for back care. Call for a schedule, or visit the website www.californiayoga.com.

Reach Fitness Club

@addr:707 High St., PA; 377 Second St., LA, 949-3730

Offering a wide variety of group exercise classes from aqua to dance to yoga and everything in between. Classes for every fitness level and preference. Come by for a class schedule and membership information.

FOR THE DANCER

Saturday classes offer Rumba, Aug.12; West Coast Swing, Aug. 19; Nightclub two-step, Aug. 26; Salsa, Sept. 2; Viennese Waltz, Sept. 9; East Coast Swing, Sept. 16. Drop-in beginning dance lesson from 8-9:15 p.m. Dancing from 9:15-11:30 p.m. $6 per evening. No partner, no prior experience, no reservations necessary.

Foothill College DANCE

@addr:12345 El Monte Road, LAH, 949-7354

Award-winning Foothill College dance program offers beginning through advanced classes in jazz, tap, modern, hip hop, ballet, musical theater and dance production. Open enrollment and auditions, cost is $7/unit for 12 weeks. Professional faculty, award-winning repertory touring company. Call Bubba Gong, director of dance, at 949-7354 for more information.

Zohar School of Dance @addr:Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, PA, 857- 1005

Zohar School of Dance offers ongoing classes for adults in ballet, jazz, tap and modern. Studio space is also available for rehearsals and performances. Call for schedule or check out the website www.zohardance.org.

HEALTH AND FAMILY

Improve the quality and safety of weight-bearing activities that enhance bone density. Lessons involve gentle movements lying down to improve upright posture and ease, plus walking and standing as a way of sensing and incorporating positive changes in alignment, balance and coordination. Find new pleasure in walking as you rediscover your natural, springy step. Bring mat and wear non-restrictive clothing. Instructor: Jean Elvin. Classes are Mon. from 7-8:15 p.m. and run Oct. 23-Nov. 13. Call to register.

Cancer Support and Education Center @addr:2235 Grant Road, Suite 6, LA, 625-1987

Kids Helping Kids is a free, ongoing support program for children and teens who have a family member in their household fighting cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. There are additional, ongoing adult and family programs providing families with serious illnesses the life skills they need for wellness and healing. Please call for more information.

The Children's Health Council @addr:700 Sand Hill Road, PA, 688-3608

For more than 25 years, the Children's Health Council has been helping parents raise healthier and happier children through parenting classes. The highly trained staff leads classes every quarter, covering issues at every age level, from birth to young adult-hood. Visit www.chconline.org, or call 688-3608 for a class catalog. Fall class registration begins Aug. 28.

Common Ground Organic Garden Supply @addr:2225 El Camino Real, PA, 328-6752

Common Ground hosts organic gardening classes on a variety of topics with a particular emphasis on Biointensive techniques. Classes are taught by local professionals and biointensive practitioners with years of experience. Most classes are $15, and participants are encouraged to call ahead in order to secure a space. Call 328-6752 for a schedule of classes and more information.

Institute for Educational Therapy @addr:4546 El Camino Real, Ste. 226, LA, 941-5052

The Nutrition Consultant Training Program offered by the Institute for Educational Therapy (IET) is a state licensed professional and holistic training for health professionals and lay persons wishing to pursue a career in holistic nutrition. 3 levels of certification. Classroom and home-study available. 5 Bay Area locations. Classes start Sept. 14 in Los Altos.

Stanford Health Improvement Program

@addr:730 Welch Road, Suite B., PA, 723-9649

Fall quarter Healthy Living classes include 25 different classes on various wellness and mind-body topics like stress reduction, weight management, the art of forgiveness, emotional eating, retirement, overcoming money stress and mindfulness meditation. Classes begin third week of Sept. Classes are held on Stanford campus, and prices range from $10-$75.

SCHOOL DAYS

After-school enrichment classes, pre-school through high school. Music, art, dance, theatre, gymnastics, seido karate, fencing, tennis, sport skills, chess, KIDPOWER workshops, languages, Mad Science projects and other academic programs. New programs include Kindermusik Village (for newborns through 18-month-olds, with parents), singing program for preschoolers and seido karate for teens. Classes begin Sept. 18. Call for catalogue and more information. Montessori Teacher Training Center of Northern California @addr:317 Moonpark Way, MV, 967-6695

We direct a course of study for one academic year (9/2000-6/2001) preparing adults to work with children 3 to 6 years of age according to the principles established by Dr. Maria Montessori. This course leads to the internationally recognized Primary Montessori Diploma of the Association Montessori Internationale. Mountain View Parent Nursery School @addr:1299 Bryant Ave., MV, 969-9506

Parent participation preschool offers classes for children ages 2.9 years to young 5s. Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the program offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschoolers. Prices range from $65-$120 per month from Sept. to June, and summer camp is offered for part of the summer. Call 969-9506 for more information. The Girls' Middle School @addr:180 N. Rengstorff Ave., MV, 968-8338

At The Girls' Middle School, students enjoy hands-on, project-based learning and an innovative curriculum rich in math, science, engineering, language arts, computer science, fine and performing arts, and more! With attention to girls' social and emotional needs, an experienced and energetic staff welcome girls of all cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Grades 6-8. For more information call, 968-8338 or online, www.girlsms.org.

MUSIC AND ARTS

Fall session begins Sept. 5. Private music lessons for all ages, all levels on more than 20 instruments. Choice of free weekly music classes for all lesson students. New student private lesson registration days begin Aug. 22. Music classes for pre-school through adults include, Adventures in Music and Singing, Suzuki Guitar and Music theory to name a few. Vacation camps Dec. 18-21 and 26-29. Multi-lingual faculty. Tuition aid offered. Visit www.arts4all.org or call for more information or to register.

Gorin School of Music

@addr:2290 W. El Camino Real, Suite 6, MV, 961-4910

The Gorin School of Music's Russian and American trained faculty are dedicated to the complete musical education of their students. The program aims to provide the budding musician with the tools necessary for a greater, more fulfilling understanding and appreciation of the music he or she performs. Call director Rufina Gorin at 961-9410 for more information. Kids Make Music

@addr:600 Homer Ave., PA, (408) 379-1874

Research has shown that musical learning between birth and age 7 is beneficial to a child's total development. Kids Make Music, serving young musicians in downtown Palo Alto since 1995, offers classes for children 18 months to 7 years old with parental or caregiver participation. Weekday, evening and Saturday class schedule begins Sept. 7. The gift of music lasts a lifetime--give it today. Call director Gail Hoffman at (408) 397-1874 for more information.

Music Together

@addr:305 Bishop Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Music Together is a research-based, music enrichment program designed to develop music enjoyment in families and basic music competence in children birth to four years old. Fall Classes begin Sept. 18 and end Dec. 1. Tuition (including materials) is $158/$153/$120 for new students/returning students/siblings over 8 months. Siblings younger than 8 months attend classes free. Call for a free demo class.

Peninsula Youth Theatre @addr:2500 Old Middlefield Way, MV, 988-8798, www.pytnet.org

PYT offers classes in acting, singing and dancing for ages 3 1/2-7. Session runs Sept. 11-Dec. 15. Cost ranges from $100 to $175 per class session. Vacation drama camp for ages 8 and up runs Dec. 18-29. Cost is $200. Call for a brochure or more information.

HANDICRAFTS

Eddie's Quilting Bee is a full-service quilting store. We offer two to four quilting and sewing classes daily for beginners through advanced, and for all ages. National guest teachers are sponsored regularly as well. Call or come in to receive our recent newsletter of classes, range of prices and dates of sessions.

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

This corporate psychology center specializes in executive coaching and team building. Everyone is welcome; call to register.

Launch Your Invention or Business Now! @addr:101 First St., Suite 229, LA, 368-1946

Mentoring for the struggling inventor/entrepreneur. Promote your ideas or inventions, demystify inventing, assemble your resources and strategize commercialization. Whether your goal is to license to a Fortune 500 company or to build your own enterprise, more than three decades of inventing, patenting, and business experience are at your service when you strategize with a mentor-for-hire. Call Robert Bornn at 368-1946 for more information.

MISCELLANY

Worth Coaching Services offers a wide variety of courses, workshops and support groups as well as 1:1 coaching. Some topics include: "Life Coaching," "Living with Intention (Goals Support Circle)," "Knowing your personal mission," and "Managing Your Procrastination Habits with Kindness." Beyond Match-Making. Palo Alto, Los Altos, Menlo Park, Mountain View and other locations. Preregistration required. Call for times and locations, or visit the website www.coachworth.com.

Peninsula Parents Place @addr:410 Sherman Ave., PA, 688-3040

Peninsula Parents Place is a comprehensive family resource center offering a variety of workshops, classes, support groups, and a drop-in center for parents. Classes are age-divided for children 5 and under, or on specific topics such as discipline, parenting as partners, choosing a pre-school and raising siblings. Classes meet days and evenings. Cost is $15 for a one and a half our workshop. For more information or to register, call 688-3040.

Ventura Youth Activity Center @addr:3990 Ventura Court, PA, 842-7165

The Ventura Youth Activity Center is a place where teens and pre-teens (grades 6-12) can hang out with friends, meet new people and participate in a variety of events and activities during after-school hours (Mon.-Fri., 3:30-6:30 p.m.). Snacks are provided on a daily basis, along with two pool tables, a foosball table, an air hockey table and basketball courts. Most activities are free, except for minimal fees for special field trips. Students will also be asked to participate in fundraisers. There is also a new computer center, complete with seven workstations and two printers. Each machine is equipped with Windows 95, Explorer 3.0 and Microsoft Works, perfect for research on the internet and/or to print out papers for school. In the near future we will also be offering basic computer classes to improve your knowledge and skills on the computer.

FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVERS

Achieva offers a variety of seminars and classes to help high school students through the college admissions process. Topics include SAT preparation, academic subjects, and college application essay writing. Call 463-5530 for a free counseling appointment.

Foothill College @addr:12345 El Monte Rd., LAH, 949-7777

Foothill College has been an education resource for Peninsula communities for more than four decades. Foothill offers quality instruction at an affordable price. California residents pay just $7 per unit. Fall quarter runs Sept. 25-Dec. 15. New and former students can register by phone or online Sept. 5-20. Foothill offers more than 1,000 courses during fall quarter, including day, evening, online and weekend classes as well as degree and transfer programs and career training. Foothill provides a comprehensive curriculum including adaptive learning, biological and health science, business and social science, computers, technology and information systems, fine arts and communication, language arts, physical education, human performance, physical science, math, and engineering. For registration instructions and information visit www.foothillcollege.org or call.

One-to-One Tutoring Service @addr:P.O. Box 1453, PA, CA 94302-1453, 363-8799

The One-to-One Tutoring Service has 30 professional tutors who provide individual tutoring in various subject areas including reading, all math through calculus, the sciences, English, foreign languages and social studies for all grade levels from elementary through adult. We also have specialists in assessing and working with learning disabilities. Many of our tutors can come to the student's home for lessons. For more information, contact Tim Gasser at 363-8799.

SCORE! Educational Center

@addr:650 Fremont Ave., LA, 948-8118; 2645 Middlefield Rd., PA, 321-9290, 854-4462

SCORE! offers two distinct programs to help children succeed. By combining individualized curriculum and an energetic, motivational environment, SCORE! gives all kinds of learners the opportunity to succeed.

Stanford Continuing Education

@addr:Building 590, Room 103, Stanford University, 725-2650

Over 75 fall quarter evening and weekend courses, seminars and workshops are offered. Classes are taught by Stanford instructors and are open to all adults in the Bay Area. Take classes on a part-time basis for intellectual enrichment--both personal and professional. Courses include Art and Art History, Business, Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Film, History, Language, Literature, Music, Science and Web Technologies. Classes start Sept. 27. Registration begins Aug. 28 at 8:30 a.m., or register online at http://continuingstudies.stanford.edu.

Stanford Master of Arts Program @addr:Building 590, Room 103, Stanford University, 725-2650

The Master of Liberal Arts (MLA) program at Stanford University allows you to earn your master's degree at one of the world's great centers of learning. The MLA program was created with working adults in mind and takes three to five years to complete. It is designed for students who wish to pursue a broad, interdisciplinary course of study in the liberal arts. Meets in evenings. Admission is selective. Applications are due Jan. 2001. Call for an application and more information.