Beachwood Recreation Guide - Winter 2025/2026

Beginning French Instructor: Mona Rizkala

Woodworking Made Simple Instructor: Kurt Klimko

Beginners French is an introduction to the French language and culture, designed for students with little or no prior experience. By joining our beginner French course, you will develop core skills needed for basic communication in French. You will learn fundamental grammar and essential vocabulary for common topics and everyday situations. You will also gain insights into

Our instructor will take you through your project, step by step using the variety of woodworking tools available to you, including two lathes. You must purchase wood and supplies, no reclaimed, exotic or foreign lumber. Please be sure your project can easily be transported to and from class each week. Session Length: 5 Weeks Location: Orange High School Wood Shop 32000 Chagrin Blvd, Pepper Pike

French culture and traditions. Session Length: 18 Weeks Location: Orange Senior Center, Blue Room

Session Dates Day Time

Resident/Non-Res.

Session Dates

Day Time

Resident/Non-Res.

Jan. 6 - Feb. 3 Jan. 8 - Feb. 5

Tues. Thurs. Tues. Thurs.

6:30-9 PM 6:30-9 PM 6:30-9 PM 6:30-9 PM

$134/$161 $134/$161 $134/$161 $134/$161

Jan. 15 - May 28* Thurs. 5:30-6:30 PM $592/$710

Feb. 24 - Mar. 24 Feb. 19 - Mar. 19

*No class on March 19 and March 26.

Keep Calm & Quill On Instructor: Jaci Davis

Woodworking Tool Box Instructor: Kurt Klimko

Join our beginner paper quilling class and unlock your creativity! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of quilling, including essential techniques and tools. Create beautiful designs using simple strips of paper to form intricate shapes and patterns. Perfect for all skill levels, this class will guide you step-by-step, helping you craft charming cards, decorations, or art pieces to take home. No prior experience needed. Session Length: One Day Class Location: Orange Senior Center, Art Bar

In this hands-on class, students will learn the basics of woodworking while building their very own handcrafted toolbox. No prior experience is necessary. All tools and materials are provided. A $25 supply fee is payable directly to

the instructor on the first day. Session Length: 2 Weeks Location: Orange High School Wood Shop 32000 Chagrin Blvd, Pepper Pike

Session Dates

Day Time

Resident/Non-Res.

Session Dates Day Time

Resident/Non-Res.

Jan. 27 Feb. 24

Tues. Tues.

1-3 PM 1-3 PM

$30/$36 $30/$36

Jan. 14 - Jan. 21 Wed.

6:30-8:30 PM $44/$53

Pottery for Adults Instructor: Andrea Serafino

Drawing Class Instructor: Marlene Weinstein

This class is designed for the student who is already well versed in pottery making. Students will be encouraged to explore more complicated forms and decorating techniques and to develop individuality in their work. Materials and firing costs are included in the class fee. Session Length: 5-7 Weeks (2 or 3 hour classes available) Location: Beachwood Ceramic Guild 23366 Commerce Park Circle, Suite 105W Session Dates Day Time Resident/Non-Res.

Exploring light, composition, and color, we will experiment with different materials including charcoal, graphite, pastels and colored pencils. Demonstrations, visual examples and handouts will be provided as well as individual attention. All levels welcome whether novice or experienced hand. Session I: Portrait Drawing Session II: Still Life Drawing Session III: Art History Inspired Drawing Session Length: 6 Weeks Location: Beachwood Community Center Session Dates Day Time

Jan. 8 - Feb. 19 Jan. 8 - Feb. 19 Jan. 10 - Feb. 7 Feb. 26 - Apr. 9 Feb. 26 - Apr. 9 Feb. 28 - Mar. 28

Thurs. Thurs. Sat. Thurs. Thurs. Sat.

10 AM-1 PM 11 AM-1 PM 1-3 PM 10 AM-1 PM 11 AM-1 PM 1-3 PM

$432/$518 (7 weeks) $289/$348 (7 weeks) $232/$278 (5 weeks) $432/$518 (7 weeks) $289/$348 (7 weeks) $232/$278 (5 weeks)

Resident/Non-Res. $81/$92 (Deadline 1/6) $81/$92 (Deadline 1/6) $81/$92 (Deadline 2/24) $81/$92 (Deadline 2/24) $81/$92 (Deadline 4/14) $81/$92 (Deadline 4/14)

Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 Mar. 3 - Apr. 7 Mar. 3 - Apr. 7 Apr. 21 - May 26 Apr. 21 - May 26

Tues. Tues. Tues. Tues. Tues. Tues.

10 AM-Noon 1-3 PM 10 AM-Noon 1-3 PM 10 AM-Noon 1-3 PM

December 9| January 21 | February 3 March 18 | April 9 Red Cross Blood Drives: 12-6 PM Blood drives will be held at the Community Center. Please register in advance at redcrossblood.org.

New students should enroll in the morning session. Returning students can sign up for either morning or afternoon.

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Beachwood Community Services Winter 2025-2026

Call Us: 216-292-1970

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