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Table of Contents:
Ballroom Dance Ballroom Dance- Mondays Caroleena's Tuscan Kitchen Chorus Class Community Book Forum Dance - Latin Day Trips Barn Dinner Theatre Carolina Inn Birdhouse Exhibit and Lunch Reynolda Gardens adn Village Big Bloomers Nursery Digital Photography Workflow: Organizing and Manipulating Images with Adobe Golden Trails Ebenezer Point and Allen & Son BBQ Penny's Bend Wild Flower Hike Birds of Spring Indian Cooking Introduction to Digital Photography Nia Nia - Morning Photography Workshop: Winter In the Triangle Poetry: Open Mic Night Poetry On Your Plate Spanish Beginner- Monday Beginner Conversational- Mondays Beginner- Wednesday Beginner Conversational Intermendiate Conversational- Wednesdays Tennis Beginner Intermediate Lunchtime Beginner Lunchtime Intermediate Tennis Fitness Yoga Level I Level II Yoga For Men Who Aren't Flexible REC CONNECT -"On Line Registration link"

BALLROOM DANCE
BALLROOM -MONDAYS
If you've ever wanted to learn ballroom dancing, here's your opportunity. This 6 week ballroom 'sampler' class will introduce the basics of three International style ballroom favorites including waltz, tango, and east coast swing. The class will focus on lead/follow techniques, basic patterns and footwork, rhythm, and ease on the dance floor. No partner is required. Please wear comfortable footwear that stays on your feet such as dress shoes or character shoes. Athletic shoes, flip-flops, and sandals are not appropriate. Instructor: Robert Snyder 6858
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $70
Date: Mondays, April 12 - May 17	Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

CAROLEENA'S TUSCAN KITCHEN
Cosponsored by the ArtsCenter Authentic Tuscan cuisine prepared, cooked, served and eaten by you! Caroleena, who learned regional cooking from the masters, cracks the mysterious code of Tuscan cooking and translates her very special language into easy, delicious and healthy meals that you will "carry-out" with you for a lifetime. Beginning with written step-by-step recipes, each class culminates in a shared, family-style dinner. All dinners include a quick "antipasto" (appetizer), "primo piatto" (starch, first course), "secondo piatto" (a protein), "contorno" (side dish), "pane" (bread), "formaggio" (cheese) and a seasonal fruit. Buon Appetito! $100 for food, paid to instructor first class. Please note: This class takes place at the Century Center at the intersection of Weaver and Greensboro Streets in Carrboro. Register at the ArtsCenter. Instructor: Carol Barrow 7119
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $174 Public $157 Friends
Date: Wednesdays, January 27 - March 3	Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
CHORUS CLASS
This class will consist of vocal warm-up exercises such as chords and scales with old and new show tunes along with some modern popular songs arranged for chorus. Students will also be exposed to arrangement and harmony techniques for running and operating a chorus. Instructor: Baxter Smith 7273
Ages: 16& Up	Cost: $105
Date: Thursdays, January 28 - April 1	Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

COMMUNITY TECHNOLOGY FORUM
Step-up to the Carrboro Tweet-up! Join panelists Molly Buckley, social media coach and consultant and Paul Jones (@smalljones), director of ibiblio, for a discussion of how and why we use this new social media. Twitter is a free social networking service that allows people to share short 140-character messages with their friends and followers. A list of recommended reading is available at the Cybrary. This Community Technology Forum is sponsored by the Carrboro Cybrary (@carrborocybrary) and Carrboro Recreation and Parks. Current twitter users are encouraged to attend. 100 N. Greensboro St., 918-7387, cybrary@co.orange.nc.us. 6882
Ages: 16& up	Cost: Free
Date: Friday, February 19	Time: 6:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

DANCE - LATIN
Want to learn the Latin dance moves from Dirty Dancing? Well you'll be on your way to being better than them in no time! Learn to Salsa, Rumba, and Cha cha with one-on-one instruction from a professional can teach you to do just that! The classes will focus on lead/follow techniques, basic patterns and footwork, rhythm, and ease on the dance floor. No partner is required. Please wear comfortable footwear, preferably no rubber soles, that stay on your feet such as dress shoes or character shoes. Athletic shoes, flip-flops, and sandals are not appropriate. Instructor: Robert Snyder 7374
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $70
Date: Mondays, February 8 - March 15	Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

DAY TRIPS
Carrboro Recreation and Parks trips are known for their fine company, back road ambling, and interest-piquing destinations. Take advantage of a one-day outing and leave the driving to someone else! All trips are geared for adults. Transportation by van, departing from Carrboro Town Hall and return times are approximate. Please inquire regarding wheelchair accessibility.
BARN DINNER THEATER - RING OF FIRE
From the heart of the songs of Johnny Cash comes a unique musical show about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, home and family. Ring of Fire features many of the music legend’s songs such as Country Boy, A Thing Called Love, Five Feet High and Rising, Daddy Sang Bass,Ring of Fire,I Walk the Line, I’ve Been Everywhere,The Man in Black,and his final hit, Hurt. Don’t miss this massive tribute to The Man In Black! Featuring The Barn Band Live! Price includes transportation, food and show! Must register by January 19, 2010. 6883
Ages:18& up	Cost: $48
Date: Tuesday, February 23	Time: 11:45am - 5:30pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents
CAROLINA INN LUNCH AND SITE SEEING TRIP
This is a local trip right down the road to the Carolina Inn. Enjoy a wonderful buffet lunch with coffee, soda or tea at the Carolina Crossroads Restaurant and many beautiful sites in the area. Lunch and gratuity is included in the price. 6884
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $19
Date: Wednesday, March 31	Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents
REYNOLDA GARDENS AND VILLAGE - WINSTON SALEM
Enjoy a delightful trip to Winston Salem. Our trip will include a visit to the Reynolda Gardens and the Reynolda Village Shops. As we tour the gardens you will have the opportunity to ask questions to the master garderners. Please bring money for lunch. 6885
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $8
Date: Monday, April 19	Time: 8:30am -5:00 pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents
BIG BLOOMERS NURSERY
Let's go visit the one-stop shopping garden store and greenhouse located in central North Carolina. When you visit, expect to find one of the largest selections of perennials, herbs and annuals in the southeast United States. Bring money for lunch. 6886
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $8
Date: Tuesday, May 4	Time: 9:30am -2pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKFLOW
Cosponsored by the ArtsCenter Once in a great while a new computer program comes out that is both relatively easy to learn and has the power to make a tremendous change in how and what we can accomplish in certain domains, and I believe that Lightroom is such a program for casual, amateur, and professional photographers. Adobe produces Photoshop Elements and Photoshop, programs that many use to "edit" or manipulate their images. After covering important concepts of "workflow" (everything that you do from when you take the picture till you have the desired print, online image, enlargement, or whatever "done" means to you), we will demonstrate key features of Lightroom. You can download a trial version of the software to use during the class. Just watch and take notes or bring your Mac or Windows laptop to class and "play along". You will find Lightroom to be a time-saver in managing and presenting your pictures, whether you take a dozen pictures a month or a few hundred in a day. Register at the ArtsCenter. Instructor: Dilip Barman

Course number 7136
Date: Thursday, February 25 - March 18	Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

GOLDEN TRAILS SERIES
This adult oriented walking group gets you out and about on local trails. The company of others, the gains from a little physical endeavor and the joys of being in a natural environment are possible rewards. A small fee helps cover accompanying staff costs. Transportation from a central point is offered . Binoculars are always encouraged. Water is always a must bring! As with any exercise, your physician's recommendation for your participation is encouraged. Please feel free to call Dana Hughes at 918-7372 to find out more specific trail difficulty information so that you can make a good choice. Pre-Registration required for all trips.
EBENEZER POINT & ALLEN AND SON BBQ
Ebenezer Point is the best spot in the Triangle to find rare winter birds. We will hike both the Old Oak Trail and the Ebenezer Church Trail and will discover a commanding view of the heart of Jordan Lake. Late migrant ducks are possible to see, as well as loons, grebes and gulls so remember to bring your binoculars and dress warmly. Audubon guide Kate Finlayson will supply a spotting scope as well. We will warm up afterwards at Allen & Son BBQ for lunch, Dutch treat. 7039
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $4
Date: Tuesday, March 16	Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents
PENNY'S BEND - WILDFLOWER HIKE
Welcome the spring with a rejuvenating walk through Penny's Bend Nature Preserve. This 84 acre preserve is a peninsula, bounded on three sides by a bend in the Eno River. Penny's Bend is managed by the NC Botanical Gardens and supports rare plant species, a distinctive forest and human sculpted open space. We will look for all the early spring wildflowers, including trout lilies, Bloodroot, and hepatica. Bring a snack and binoculars! 7040
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $4
Date: Thursday, April 1	Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents
BIRDS OF SPRING HIKE
Our Birding outing to Mason Farm with Audubon Guide Kate Finlayson has become a tradition. Many avian travelers will just be back from the tropics and we hope to see colorful indigo buntings, summer tanagers, and prairie warblers. This hike is relatively flat and is estimated at 1.5 miles. Bring your Binoculars! 7041
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $4
Date: Friday, May 7	Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $4
Date: Friday, November 21	Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Town Hall Parking Lot Return to Table of Contents

INDIAN COOKING
Cosponsored by the ArtsCenter Learn about the variety and many ways of cooking the traditional and ethnic fare of India. Cook exotic foods, filled with fresh produce and herbs, delicate spices, hot curries, and homemade dairy products that are based on readily available ingredients. The cuisine is not only tasty, but nutritionally balanced. The course introduces students to ingredients for making both vegetarian and non-vegetarian recipes, main and side dishes, and desserts. $35 for food, payable to instructor at first class. Register at the ArtsCenter. Instructor: Rani Imandi
SESSION I
6278
Ages: 18 & up	Cost: $91 Public $82 Friends
Date: Tuesdays, February 9 - February 23	Time: 6pm - 9pm
Location: Century Center
SESSION II
6279
Ages: 18 & up	Cost: $91 Public $82 Friends
Date: Tuesdays, April 13 -April 27	Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: Century Center

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Cosponsored by the ArtsCenter In this class, participants will learn about general photographic technique such as framing, composition, and lighting, as well as general photographic terms that you should be aware. We will learn about focus, depth of field, lens speed, aperture, shutter speed, effective ISO/ASA, white balance, and continuous high-speed shooting. In between classes, you will have shooting assignments, and we will review what you did in class. We will also delve into features specific to digital photography, such as suggested best practices for storing and archiving digital images, shooting in RAW vs. other formats, panoramic shots, and sound and video capture. It will be a fun class that will help you to become a better master of your digital camera. Register at the ArtsCenter. Instructor: Dilip Barman
SESSION I
6283
Ages: 18 & up	Cost: $119 Public $109 Friends
Date: Thursdays, January 7 - February 18	Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Century Center
SESSION II
7157
Ages: 18 & up	Cost: $119 Public $109 Friends
Date: Thursdays, April 15 - May 20	Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Century Center

NIA
Come and experience the pleasure of Nia, the hottest fusion fitness in mind-body wellness! For all levels and ages, Nia is a joyful and exhilarating practice that combines martial arts, yoga, dance and spiritual self-healing. It delivers a safe, effective cardiovascular workout with total body conditioning and personal growth benefits. Join us for Nia and experience the joy of movement...the body's way! Instructor: Kate Finlayson
SESSION I
6892
Ages: 18& up	Cost: $54
Date:Wednesdays, January 20 -March 10	Time: 7pm - 8pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
SESSION II
6893
Ages: 18& up	Cost: $54
Date:Wednesdays, March 31- May 19	Time: 7pm - 8pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

NIA - MORNING
Come and experience the pleasure of Nia, the hottest fusion fitness in mind-body wellness! This special morning Nia for beginning levels will explore basic connection to mind, body and spirit in a non-impact practice that combines dance, martial arts, yoga, and self-healing. It delivers a safe, effective cardiovascular workout with total body conditioning and personal growth benefits for older adults or those with some physical limitations. Join us for Nia and experience the joy of movement...the body's way! Instructor: Kate Finlayson
SESSION I
6894
Ages: 18& up	Cost: $54
Date: Mondays, January 25- March 14	Time: 9am - 10am
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
SESSION II
6895
Ages: 18& up	Cost: $54
Date: Mondays, March 29 - May 24	Time: 9am - 10am
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents


PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP -WINTER IN THE TRIANGLE
Take this Friday afternoon small-group workshop to briefly review photographic technique, composition, and lighting and then shoot! We will pick an area site where you can spend a few hours photographing with guidance and feedback. You will also have the opportunity to share your images with others. Come with a digital (preferred) or film camera and accessories (such as tripod and flash) that you are familiar with. We will meet for a second time to project images that you have shot and critique them. Registration taken at the ArtsCenter only. Instructor: Dilip Barman 7170
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $46 public; $42 friends
Date: Friday, January 29 and February 12	Time: 5pm-7pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

POETRY OPEN MIC NIGHT
Join Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department andOpen Eye Cafe the first Tuesday of each month for POETS OPEN MIC NIGHT. This is a night where poets can engage with others and share the power and diversity of poetry. This event is staged to provide the venue for people to celebrate, to share, and to encourage the writing, reading, and listening of poetry. 6897
Ages: 16& up	Cost: Free
Date: First Tuesday of each month NO Open Mic January	Time: 7pm - 9pm
Location: Open Eye Cafe Return to Table of Contents
POETRY ON YOUR PLATE
Co-sponsored by Carrboro Cybrary Celebrate National Poetry Month with a menu of local poets reading from their works. On Thursdays April 15th at the Century Center, bring your dinner, enjoy a snack provided by the Recreation Department and coffee from the Open Eye Cafe, and feast on poetry! 6896
Ages: 16& up	Cost: Free
Date: April 15	Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

SPANISH
BEGINNER -MONDAY
Learn the essentials for everyday conversation and workplace including vocabulary and expressions. Rey's authentic and practical approaches have won the highest of praises from his students. These classes feature longer sessions to boost your skills. 6900
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $80
Date: Mondays, January 25 - April 19	Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
BEGINNER CONVERSATIONAL -MONDAY
Learn the essentials for everyday conversation and workplace including vocabulary and expressions. Rey's authentic and practical approaches have won the highest of praises from his students. These classes feature longer sessions to boost your skills. 7204
Ages:18 & up	Cost: $80
Date: Mondays, January 20 - April 7	Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
BEGINNER - WEDNESDAY
Learn the essentials for everyday conversation and workplace including vocabulary and expressions. Rey's authentic and practical approaches have won the highest of praises from his students. These classes feature longer sessions to boost your skills. 6899
Ages:18& up	Cost: $80
Date: Wednesdays, January 20 - April 7	Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
BEGINNER CONVERSATIONAL
This class is designed for those students who have comple8ted the Beginning Spanish class with Mr. Ramirez or have learned basic Spanish skills from other classes. The course will involve composition, listening skills, verb conjugation and daily basic conversation. 6898 - 1:30pm Class
Ages:18& up	Cost: $80
Date: Wednesdays, January 20 - April 7	Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATIONAL
Learn the essentials for everyday conversation and workplace including vocabulary and expressions. Rey's authentic and practical approaches have won the highest of praises from his students. These classes feature longer sessions to boost your skills. 6902
Ages:18& up	Cost: $80
Date: Wednesdays, January 20- April 7	Time: 9am - 11am
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

TENNIS
Beginner and Intermediate tennis lessons are offered throughout the year. These lessons will teach participants the fundamentals of tennis including proper grips, ground strokes, serves and volleys. Classes will be on the courts at Wilson Park. Please pre-register with the Recreation and Parks Department.
ADULT BEGINNER
Learn fundamentally sound tennis based on the methods used by the most advanced players and teachers. Easy to learn progressions bring fast results with regular practice. You will learn an all court game with emphasis on movement, rhythm and being in the moment. Although designed for beginners, you can also benefit if you've had some previous experience. There will be time for individual attention. You can practice with other students after/between classes. Bring a racquet. 6907
Ages:16 & Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays	Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm
April 20 - May 6
Location: Wilson Park Return to Table of Contents
ADULT INTERMEDIATE
For tennis players who have developed all the basic tennis skills after sufficient practice. At the least, you are fairly consistent playing at a medium pace, and you can play with some placement and variety. With stroke and fitness drills and individual instruction, you will learn to use spin, ball control, and team work in doubles. Error detection and correction will help smooth out the rough edges. Self-awareness, understanding professional strokes, and developing your own style will be emphasized. More advanced players are welcome as well. Students may continue to practice together after/between classes. 6908
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays	Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm
March 16- April 6
Location: Wilson Park Return to Table of Contents
LUNCHTIME BEGINNER
Learn fundamentally sound tennis based on the teaching methods that provide strokes like the pros, and encourage improved fitness. Meet new players and practice game situations that help you get the most from your play. You will learn an all court game with emphasis on movement, rhythm and being in the moment. Although designed for beginners, you can also benefit if you've had some experience. There will be time for individual attention.
Session: 6910
Ages: 17 & Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays	Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
March 9- March 25

Session: 6911
Ages: 17 & Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays	Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
April 13 - April 29
Location: Wilson Park Return to Table of Contents
LUNCHTIME INTERMEDIATE
For tennis players who have developed all the basic tennis skills. At the least, you are fairly consistent playing at a medium pace, and you can play with some placement and variety. With emphasis on modern strokes, fitness drills, and game situations, you will learn to use spin, ball control, and team work in doubles. Error detection and correction will help smooth out the rough edges.
Session: 6912
Ages: 17 & Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays	Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
March 9- March 25

Session: 6913
Ages: 17 & Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays	Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
April 13 - April 29
Location: Wilson Park Return to Table of Contents
TENNIS FITNESS
In this indoor class, you will develop the physical fitness, movements, techniques, and mental focus to play tennis in the "Zone". Effective and wholistic techniques and movements are based on the "feel" and the successful games of top tennis players. Exercises will be adjusted to your level of tennis skill and physical fitness, aimed at improving flexibility, strength, endurance, and relaxation. Although the class is devoted to learning tennis specific skills/movements, anyone can benefit from this class. The fitness workout is derived from yoga, pilates, tai chi, dance, and other disciplines that Ron Rudin (PTR certified tennis pro) has practiced for many years. Fun, musical, and creative. You will need a tennis racquet (loaners available).
7375
Ages: 18& Up	Cost: $39/participant
Dates: Fridays	Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
January 29 - March 12
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

YOGA
The practice of yoga can help you release tension, stretch and strengthen your body, relax your mind and lift your spirits. Level 1 is for students who are new to yoga or who want a gentle class. Level 2 is designed for continuing students and those who want a more challenging class. Wear comfortable clothing and bare feet and bring an exercise mat, blanket or beach towel (some available for class use).
LEVEL I
6918 Session I 6919 Session II
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $36
Date: Tuesdays, January 26 - March 2 (Session I) Tuesdays, March 16- April 27(Session II)	Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
LEVEL II
6920 Session I 6921 Session II
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $46
Date: Tuesdays, January 26 - March 2 (Session I) Tuesdays, March 16 - April 27(Session II)	Time:7:15pm-8:30pm Level 2
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents

YOGA FOR MEN WHO AREN'T FLEXIBLE
Here's a class designed specifically for men (but women are welcome) that will gradually increase your flexibility, build core strength, and at the same time relieve stress! Wear comfortable clothing and bare feet and bring an exercise mat, blanket or beach towel. (some available for class use). No Class 4/8/09 6917
Ages: 18 & Up	Cost: $39
Date: Wednesdays, March 17 - April 21	Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Century Center Return to Table of Contents
REC CONNECT -"On Line Registration link"
GET INVOLVED Much of the vitality of life in Carrboro is due to the active involvement of citizens in the community. Volunteers of all ages regularly share their talents, skills, and ideas by planning or assisting with large events, serving on town advisory boards, or coaching a youth sports team. While some activities require the contribution of many hours others call for only a few hours of time. Not only can you share your talents, you can have fun, make new friends and discover more about your town. "INVEST IN OUR COMMUNITY - BY LENDING A HELPING HAND"