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Tea with the Fairies at Crazy Wisdom Tea Room • May 11, with seatings at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. • Children and their families are welcome for tea and petits fours served by real-life fairies! Celebrate Mother’s Day with our magical fairies as they serve up tea, treats, and magic. There will also be storytime with Lily at each tea. Guaranteed seating requires a credit card reservation. Cancellations made 48 hours before event will not be charged. $8.50 per person. Babies 18 months and younger free. Call Samantha at 665-2757; samantha@crazywisdom.net.

Energy Basics for Kids Ages 8-11 with Diana Machnak and Jennifer Flowers • June 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • This class teaches children the basics of hands-on healing techniques. It will include managing the protection of their personal energy, Healing Touch first aid, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) for anxiety/anger reduction, and effective ways to increase brain power/memory retention. Parent/guardian attendance welcome. $60. Call Diana at 734-416-5200; info@bodyworkshealingcenter.com.

Energy Basics for Kids Ages 12-16 with Diana Machnak and Jennifer Flowers • June 18, 3-7 p.m. • This class teaches children the basics of hands-on healing techniques. It will include managing the protection of their personal energy, Healing Touch first aid, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) for anxiety/anger reduction, and effective ways to increase brain power/memory retention. Parent/guardian attendance welcome. $75. Call Diana at 734-416-5200; info@bodyworkshealingcenter.com.

Reiki for Kids Ages 6-10 with Jennifer Flowers • July 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • In this hands-on class, children will learn techniques to heal themselves as well as others. After receiving an attunement, we will practice giving Reiki to pets, plants, and food. We will also learn fun ways to increase our own energy field and explore our chakra system. $90 plus $20 materials fee. Call 734-416-5200; info@bodyworkshealingcenter.com.

Fairy and Gnome Camp for Ages 3 1/2-7 with Cia Gabriel and Mani Eustis • July 21-25, 1-3 p.m. • This camp is for boys and girls who love magical creatures. We will make crafts of natural materials, build fairy and gnome houses in the park, and sing, dance, and tell stories. On Friday, we’ll visit the fairy door at Crazy Wisdom Bookstore. $165 sliding scale. Call Cia at 622-8335; cynthia@togrow.org.

Natural Building for Kids at Strawbale Studio • June 22, 1-4 p.m. • Family day, fun for all ages! Tour the enchanting thatched roof Strawbale Studio, see the Kids Cottage, under construction, and make your own earthen model to take home. $35 with early payment and family/group discount available. Call Deanne Bednar at 248-628-1887; ecoartdb@gmail.com.

Fifth Annual Teen Week with Frank Wheeler at Song of the Morning • July 12-20 • An extraordinary week for teenagers 13-19. Come participate in a high awareness week of challenge and growth under the guidance of long-time Golden Lotus Yoga teacher and workshop facilitator Frank Wheeler with the assistance of Erich Moraine. For times and cost, call 989-983-4107; office@goldenlotus.org.

Nature Awareness and Wilderness Skills Day Camp for Ages 7-12 with Frank Levey and Larissa Czuchnowsky • Session 1: July 7-11 or Session 2: July 14-18; 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. each day • In a playful environment designed to nurture the qualities of cooperation, inclusion, and friendship, this hands-on camp will foster the development of nature awareness and outdoor survival skills. Daily workshops focus on fire making, shelter building, food and water gathering, and many uses of native plants. Daily activities also include games, crafts, storytelling, and culinary adventures as well as group rhythm and drumming. $295. Call Larissa at 975-4448; franklevey@hotmail.com.

Chi-Do: Harmony of Energy for Youth Ages 8-11 with Wasentha Young • July-August • This special summer class is a combination of Tai Chi, Chinese Yoga stretches, self-acupressure, soft style martial application, and meditation designed for youth. It will help youth to develop skills in determining and dissolving tension. Offered through Community Rec & Ed. For cost, call 994-2300; http://reced.aaps.k12.mi.us/reced.hom/home.

Summer Camp for Kids: Brazilian Basics...Capoeira Music and Moves with Van Robins (Manhoso) at Tree of Life Studio • July 7-11, Ages 4-6: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or Ages 7-12: 1:30-3:30 p.m. • Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form that combines martial arts, gymnastics, music, and dance in a cultural context. Students will enjoy two 45-minute classes of music and movements from this beautiful art form. Outdoor playtime and a smoothie will be provided during our break between classes. The camp will culminate with a special performance on Friday to showcase what the students have learned throughout the week. Space is limited. $120. Call 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Summer Camp for Kids: Broadway Blast...A High School Musical Dance Camp with Jennifer Giacomelli and Jaclyn Morrow at Tree of Life Studio • July 14-18, Ages 4-6: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or Ages 7-12: 1:30-3:30 p.m. • Learn to act with your whole body in this kids’ camp based on the music of High School Musical. Classes include acting, faces, staging and props, Broadway jazz dance, and hip hop dance. There will be a 45-minute class, outdoor playtime with a smoothie, and a second 45-minute class. The camp will culminate with a special performance on Friday to showcase what the students have learned throughout the week. Space is limited. $120. Call 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Summer Camp for Kids: African Drum and Dance with Jennifer Giacomelli, Jaclyn Morrow, and Sundance DiDomenico at Tree of Life Studio • July 21-25, Ages 4-6: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or Ages 7-12: 1:30-3:30 p.m. • This camp begins with a daily African drum class where kids will learn basic hand drumming techniques as we explore the world of polyrhythm. There will be a 45-minute class, outdoor playtime with a smoothie, and a second 45-minute class. The camp will culminate with a special performance on Friday to showcase what the students have learned throughout the week. Space is limited. $120. Call 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Capoeria for Kids Ages 4 and Up with Van Robinson (Manhoso) and Marika Smith (Baiana) at Tree of Life Studio • Thursdays, 5 p.m., April 10-June 19 • Capoeria is great for kids. It combines martial arts, gymnastics, music, and dance in a cultural context. Capoeira is active and acrobatic, and provides a fun workout. Children of all ages learn very quickly because of their natural agility. The fun, friendly atmosphere develops confidence and self esteem, develops coordination and strength, and increases flexibility. $12 drop-in or $110 per session. Call 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Hand Drumming for Kids Ages 5-12 with Sundance DiDomenico at Tree of Life Studio • Thursdays, 4 p.m.; April 10-June 19 • Share in the excitement of rhythms from around the globe. Learn basic hand drumming techniques as we explore the world of polyrhythm. Develop skills in teamwork, playing music, building community, and expressing oneself. Learn to improvise within the structure of traditional rhythms. We will create original arrangements of traditional rhythms for ensemble performances and recitals. $12 drop-in or $110 per session. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Jazz/Hip Hop for Kids Ages 7-12 with Jenabah Giacomelli at Tree of Life Studio • Wednesdays, 5 p.m.; April 9-June 18 • Bringing together the culture of street dancing and the technical training of jazz dance, choreography is set to fast paced music with movements involving all muscles in the body. We will build strength, discipline, and style, and focus on increasing flexibility, muscle tone, and proper technique. Hip Hop utilizes the beats and rhythms of the music. Students will work with isolating different body parts and learning a variety of movements like popping, waving, and locking. No previous dance training is required but a good attitude is a must. Jazz shoes or jazz sneakers recommended. $12 drop-in or $110 per session. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Tumble-n-Twist for Ages 2-4 with Cheri Sing • Wednesdays, April 9-June 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. • Twist with your tot! This class gently stimulates body awareness, self-esteem, and socialization skills while your child is introduced to new movements and music in a fun, creative atmosphere. Students will be encouraged to work with tumbling, jumping, balance, and following directions. The goal is to enhance the child’s confidence and coordination with parental involvement. $110 per session or $12 drop-in. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Pilates Plus for Teens and Adults with Carrie Bristol • Tuesdays, April 8-June 17, 6:15 p.m. • Pilates’ method exercises are designed to condition and connect body and mind, to correct muscle imbalances, improve posture, and tone the body. This class takes an athletic approach, focused on strengthening the core, which is your body’s source of power, balance, and movement. $110 per session or $12 drop-in. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Nia for Teens and Adults with Megan Rose • Tuesdays, April 8-June 17, 5:15 p.m. • Nia is a joyful, rhythmic, full-bodied workout technique that strengthens the body, mind, and spirit. With easy to follow moves, Nia fuses dance movement, martial arts, and healing arts into an invigorating cardiovascular fitness program. Nia combines elements of tai chi, yoga, and dance to music from all over the world. You will leave the class refreshed, relaxed, and energized from head to toe. $110 per session or $12 drop-in. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

African Dance for Kids Ages 7-12 with Jenabah Giacomelli at Tree of Life Studio • Mondays, 5 p.m.; April 7-June 16 • Enjoy the vibrant fun of African dance as we feel the drum beat in our feet! Students will explore rhythm and time while learning about communication between the drum and dance. Class also includes an invigorating warm-up that emphasizes correct stretching techniques and exciting movements, followed by across the floor combinations and simple step by step dance sequences. With songs and stories shared, this class is an enchanting look at the origins and meaning of African dance. $12 drop-in or $110 per session. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

African Diaspora Dance for Teens and Adults with Jenabah Giacomelli at Tree of Life Studio • Mondays, 6 p.m.; April 7-June 16 • Let the beat of the drums move your body and soul! Incorporating basic stretch and warm up exercises with dance movements, students will learn songs, rhythms, and dances as we embark on a journey of high energy movements from West Africa and rhythmic yet fluid gestures inspired from East Africa. We will also tap into the magic and beauty of Afro-Cuban folkloric dances. Class is accompanied with live musicians to help students understand the communication between the drums and the dance. This class offers a rich taste of African culture and provides an amazing, full body workout. $12 drop-in or $110 per session. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Ballet, Tap, and Jazz for Ages 4-6 with Jenabah Giacomelli at Tree of Life Studio • Mondays, 4 p.m.; April 7-June 16 • This class will provide a foundation for basic ballet, tap, and jazz. Children will learn to work with balance, rhythm, and physical coordination in a fun and playful learning environment. Ballet and tap shoes required. $12 drop-in or $110 per session. Call Tree of Life Studio at 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Meditation Basics for Teens and Adults with Mara Evans through Tree of Life • April 8-June 17, Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. • Experience and learn about the benefits of the meditative state and altered states of consciousness and awareness. Students will experiment with several techniques using color, sound, breath, and depth psychology to discover what is right for you. Tap into your inner wisdom and gain focus and clarity while reducing your stress level. Classes will entail a combination of instruction, discussion, and experiential practice. $12 drop-in or $110 session. Call 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Mindfulness Retreat for Families at Howell Nature Center with Zen Buddhist Temple • May 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • For families and other adults. For more information and to register, call 761-6520; a2buddha@sbcglobal.net.

Yoga and Nature Summer Camp for Girls Ages 7-11 at Matthaei Botanical Gardens with Mai Datta • Session I: July 14-18 or Session II: July 21-25; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • This program combines yoga, hiking, nature-based crafts, and development of emotional intelligence skills, empowering girls to live consciously and in balance. We will also press and dry flowers, draw nature outdoors, journal, and have lunch picnics in the gardens among the flowers! $200 per session includes materials. Call 649-8006; www.radiantnow.org.

Russayog Yoga for Ages 11-16 with Jasprit and Teresa Singh • Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Have fun with ropes! A unique way to engage teen minds and bodies. Develop strength, flexibility, and awareness. Fun music! $10 drop-in or reduced rates for packages. Call Teresa at 604-0741; talk@russayog.com.

Baby Sign Language with Marian Lage and Donna Mahoney at Indigo Forest • June 8, 15, July 13, 20; 3-4:30 p.m. or Aug. 3, 10, 17 24; 3-4:30 p.m. • Infant sign language facilitates communication at an earlier age than possible with speech alone, as well as stimulating language development and reducing toddler frustrations. Bring your child to this four-session course especially designed for infants and enjoy learning sign language together. Also attending will be native deaf speakers and hearing children raised in signing households. $100 per family (baby and 1-2 adults). Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Cranialsacral Therapy for Children with Linda Diane Feldt through Indigo Forest • May 12 or June 30, 10-11:30 a.m. • This is one of two continuing classes you can take to build a basic understanding of infant massage, the other being Polarity Therapy and Energy Techniques. $15-$20 sliding scale. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Roughhousing 101: Stuntwork for Daddies with Christopher Barbeau through Indigo Forest • May 18, June 15 or July 13; 2:30-4:30 p.m. • Would you like to spend a few hours with a professional stuntman and safety expert learning how to have fun with your child without the wrestling match ending in tears or injury, and how to enhance your child’s development while reducing mom’s anxiety about your roughhousing? Come with your two to five year old child prepared to play at tumbling, tossing, and falling, while being confident that the techniques used are appropriate to any child’s personality and developmental stage. Socks required. One adult per child. $35 per child/parent. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Sing with Me! with Gari Stein • Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, April 22-June 26; 9:15 or 10:45 a.m. • Musical enrichment for children birth to 5 and the grown-ups who love them. Together, we will sing, chant, bounce, folk dance, play instruments, share hugs, and more. A research based program that enhances development, learning, listening, and literacy. $140 includes four cds, with discounts for second sibling. Call 741-1510; garistein@aol.com.

Action Theatre Stunt Camp with The Ring of Steel Action Theatre • Session 1: June 23-27, Session 2: July 21-25, Session 3: Aug. 25-29; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily • Learn how the heroes and heroines of stage and screen fight, fly, jump, fall, roll, and generally get to be the cool ones at every turn! All the skills of the stuntman are yours to learn. $275 or $225 for additional sibling. Call Christopher Barbeau at 320-1147; rosteel@umich.edu.

Action Film Camp with The Ring of Steel Action Theatre • Session 1: June 23-27, Session 2: July 21-25, Session 3: Aug. 25-29; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily • Learn how to create movies with professional equipment, not just storyboarding and using your own camera. You will use a steadicam for smooth moving shots, a jib for high angle shots, and techniques to shoot action sequence (sound, Foley techniques, lighting, and shot choices). $275 or $225 for additional sibling. Call Christopher Barbeau at 320-1147; www.ringofsteel.org/camp/.

New Moon Sing with Tammy Corwin-Renner • May 5, June 3, July 2, Aug. 1; 6:30-7:30 p.m. • A sing for girls 8 to 18 years and their mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and female friends. We sing songs and rounds to nourish our relationships with one another, the earth, and ourselves. New Moon events are by donation. Location varies. Call 786-3991; dcorwin-renner@comcast.net.

Nature Art Explorations for Ages 6-9 with Eva Leventer • June 23-27, 9 a.m.-Noon • Come discover the plants and animals of the woods and lake and create nature-inspired art projects. Use natural materials to make sculpture, mobiles, masks, and animals while exploring and enjoying the forest at Michigan Friends Center. $160. Call Elaine Economou at 475-1892; elaine@michiganfriendscenter.org.

Motive Peace Camp for K-8th Grades • June 16-20, 1-5 p.m • A fun week spent exploring nature and developing values. Camp activities will be largely group-based, experiential and promote respect, affirmations, communication skills, forgiveness, stewardship, creative play, courage, heroism, and activism. Campers will be encouraged to make the “Kids Pledge for Non-Violence” at the end of the camp session. Held at Michigan Friends Center. $160. Call Elaine Economou at 475-1892; elaine@michiganfriendscenter.org.

Getting Powerful with Your Power Animal: Shamanism for Youth Ages 9-14 with Kate Durda in Lansing Area • June 8, 1-5 p.m. • Young people are capable of having profound beliefs and meaningful spiritual experiences from a very early age. In this workshop, participants will “journey” to discover their Power Animal or Totem. In the Shamanic belief, power animals are animal spirits that reside within each individual and keep us safe, and are like our guardian angels. They lend us their strength and share their abilities and wisdom. Participants will also have the opportunity to drum, dance, and sing using frame drums and a pow wow style drum. For cost, call 517-543-6754; spiritweaver@voyager.net.

Baby Signs: Infant/Toddler Signing Class with Angelita Jacobs • July 7-Aug. 11, 3:30-4:30 p.m. • Children have an innate desire to communicate with others, especially their parents. Sign language creates a communication bridge to fill in the gap between a child’s comprehension and verbal communication. $89. Call 944-3628; info@myurbantoddler.com.

Terrific Toddlers with Melissa Pinsky • Wednesdays, June 18-July 23, 4-5 p.m. • It’s never easy to talk about behaviors and concerns in front of toddlers. This class offers family time for stories and songs, then time apart for parent discussion. Toddlers will go to a beautiful play area to have supervised play and activities. $78. Call 944-3628; info@myurbantoddler.com.

2008 Season at the Wild Swan Theater • $8 child, $10 adult. Group rate available. Call Michelle at 995-0530; www.wildswantheater.org.
Treasure Island • April 30-May 4 • A new adventure based on the classic by Robert Louis Stevenson. For grades K-7.

Storytelling Saturdays at Nicola’s Little Professor Bookshop • Every Saturday, 11 a.m. • Local storytellers come to tell wonderful stories for children, with an animal visit once per month. No cost. For information on presenters, call 662-0600.