Autumn Meditation Circle

Enjoy a time of centering silence, meditation, and mindful reflection. The Circle is a simple and welcoming time of listening to the silence, sinking into our hearts, and gently practicing the art of being still. Open to all--experienced or brand new to meditation--we are invited to hold space with one another to help deepen our inner awareness and develop our individual practice. As in past Circles, we will continue to share in a quality time of sitting silence, meditate on various poems and passages, and share open, honest and mindful conversation with one another.
Led by Lee Clasper-Torch

Designed for the absolute beginner. Join our new teacher Dieter Gomes to learn German. Email Hamilton House if you are interested: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

Join Jodie from Body+Soul for an upbeat workout!

Join our new German teacher Dieter Gomes for German II designed for those who are comfortable with their language skills. If you are interested please email Hamilton House: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

This series of West African Gahu drumming presented by Charles Kalajian. Participants will be able to demonstrate and improved competence in their percussive ability as it relates to West African drumming rhythms of Gahu (Gah-HOO), a recreational style of music of the Ewe (EH-way) people of Ghana, Togo and Benin that is popular around the world. Not only will class members develop strategies to identify and increase their accuracy in the following grooves: Gankogui (pronounced gahn-KOHG-way), Axatse (pronounced ah-HAHT-say), Sogo (pronounced SOH-goh), Kagan (pronounced kah-GAHN) and Kidi (pronounced KEE-dee) but also, participating in musical training enhances verbal memory, spatial reasoning and literacy skills. 

This class will prepare participants to interact with the Gahu online groove mixer to record, evaluate, and improve performance.(an example of the groove mixer: https://thisworldmusic.com/gahu-african-drumming-and-dance-from-ghana/). Techniques taught and methods used  will foster self-reliance, independence, and confidence in participants West African Gahu percussion performance ability.

Percussionist and educator Charles Z. Kalajian (b. 1988) uses his wide-ranging talents to adapt comfortably to a variety of environments. As a performing artist, he has performed and given master classes and clinics throughout the Southern New England area. As an educator Charles is currently teaching Percussion at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School and is on the music faculty of Rhode Island College, Community College of Rhode Island, and Bishop Hendricken High School. Charles teaches with passion and compassion and carries that into his teaching. Charles’ students see how enthusiastic he is about what he does, and it fuels their eagerness to learn. “The power to help my students make the world a better place through music is my calling and inspiration.” With that knowledge comes the urge to use his skills as a music teacher, to improve the lives of his students; it is not just an ability that he has, but a responsibility that he feels he must live up to.

Join Lisa from Body-Soul for Chair Yoga. Lisa has requested students bring water to class as well as a yoga block and yoga strap if you have them.

Join Mary Nyman and HH member's for weekly conversation.

The MOVIES at HIGH NOON

A weekly discussion class on Zoom

Mondays, beginning October 5th, at Noon

The films selected for this weekly class represent different types of moviemaking, for example: the Western (High Noon); the Musical (42nd Street); Science Fiction (Alien). Movies will be from different decades of Hollywood history (the forties, sixties, nineties, and so on). Before each class meeting there will be an assigned viewing, a movie for you to look at on your own (via streaming* or home DVD player) in preparation for the week’s group discussion. 

Led by Jerry DeSchepper.

* Each movie is available to rent at $2.99-$3.99, from Prime Video, Apple TV and/or YouTube. 

ENROLLMENT LIMIT: 17    ~~~   MUST REGISTER! 

To request an invitation to join this class please email: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

email John Lord if interested

​
​Introduction to Yang Snake Style Tai Chi
Tuesdays at 10:30am

The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, balance, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind, and martial skill.

Snake style tai chi uses core body strength to initiate movement. Through discussion and practice, students will learn the principles of snake style movement, learning stretching exercises to help create the strength and flexibility needed to create this movement, and be introduced to the tai chi form. For in depth instruction, beginners arrive at 9:30. At 10:30 all levels practice stretching exercises and the tai chi form together. Please wear loose clothing and flat shoes.

Ida Schmulowitz has been practicing Yang Style Tai Chi since 1984. She has been studying Yang Snake Style since 2005 with Bao Tak Fai (Master Robert Boyd of Burlington,Vt. ) and is a certified Snake Style instructor.

Class fee: $5.00 members; $10 non-members per class; payable directly to Ida.

Join Jodie from Body+Soul for an upbeat workout!

Discussions focus on a variety of non-fiction readings, which are distributed at least a week in advance. Discussions are led by the group member who selects the reading and is responsible for having copies made.

Leadership of the discussion rotates weekly and, while encouraged, leading a session is not essential for participating in the group. Selected readings of a piece of non-fiction prose should be 1) interesting to discuss, 2) thought-provoking, and 3) not too long (typically under 15 pages). Anyone is welcome to join this group on an occasional or regular basis.

The titles of the readings are listed in the weekly E-bulletin, and copies are available to members online (whenever possible) and in a folder by the front desk a week prior to their being discussed.

Readings recently discussed covered a wide range of topics--cabbage strudel, American exceptionalism, burkinis, healthcare, the history of prohibition, coffee, and much more--humorous, serious, and informative.

Email HH if interested.

Autumn Meditation Circle

Enjoy a time of centering silence, meditation, and mindful reflection. The Circle is a simple and welcoming time of listening to the silence, sinking into our hearts, and gently practicing the art of being still. Open to all--experienced or brand new to meditation--we are invited to hold space with one another to help deepen our inner awareness and develop our individual practice. As in past Circles, we will continue to share in a quality time of sitting silence, meditate on various poems and passages, and share open, honest and mindful conversation with one another.
Led by Lee Clasper-Torch

Designed for the absolute beginner. Join our new teacher Dieter Gomes to learn German. Email Hamilton House if you are interested: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

Join Jodie from Body+Soul for an upbeat workout!

Join our new German teacher Dieter Gomes for German II designed for those who are comfortable with their language skills. If you are interested please email Hamilton House: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

This series of West African Gahu drumming presented by Charles Kalajian. Participants will be able to demonstrate and improved competence in their percussive ability as it relates to West African drumming rhythms of Gahu (Gah-HOO), a recreational style of music of the Ewe (EH-way) people of Ghana, Togo and Benin that is popular around the world. Not only will class members develop strategies to identify and increase their accuracy in the following grooves: Gankogui (pronounced gahn-KOHG-way), Axatse (pronounced ah-HAHT-say), Sogo (pronounced SOH-goh), Kagan (pronounced kah-GAHN) and Kidi (pronounced KEE-dee) but also, participating in musical training enhances verbal memory, spatial reasoning and literacy skills. 

This class will prepare participants to interact with the Gahu online groove mixer to record, evaluate, and improve performance.(an example of the groove mixer: https://thisworldmusic.com/gahu-african-drumming-and-dance-from-ghana/). Techniques taught and methods used  will foster self-reliance, independence, and confidence in participants West African Gahu percussion performance ability.

Percussionist and educator Charles Z. Kalajian (b. 1988) uses his wide-ranging talents to adapt comfortably to a variety of environments. As a performing artist, he has performed and given master classes and clinics throughout the Southern New England area. As an educator Charles is currently teaching Percussion at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School and is on the music faculty of Rhode Island College, Community College of Rhode Island, and Bishop Hendricken High School. Charles teaches with passion and compassion and carries that into his teaching. Charles’ students see how enthusiastic he is about what he does, and it fuels their eagerness to learn. “The power to help my students make the world a better place through music is my calling and inspiration.” With that knowledge comes the urge to use his skills as a music teacher, to improve the lives of his students; it is not just an ability that he has, but a responsibility that he feels he must live up to.

Join Lisa from Body-Soul for Chair Yoga. Lisa has requested students bring water to class as well as a yoga block and yoga strap if you have them.

All levels Painting Workshop

Fridays 10 am-noon

October 9, 16, 23, 30 

Beginners and experienced are welcome in this painting workshop ! Assignments for beginners will include tonal studies, exercises on mixing colors, and becoming acquainted with working with paint. More advanced students will be working on more complex still life set ups and further developing their eye. Having all levels working in the same class is a beneficial experience. New students can learn from the more experienced students and more experienced can reconnect with the excitement of the beginners.

Zoom painting classes are a great choice for learning. Students can see each other working, and have a dialogue as class goes on. I can comment and help each student during the class, in the same way that I would in person.

Students should contact me for a list of supplies.

Class Instructor: Ida Schmulowitz   https://www.idaschmulowitz.com/ 

$48 per month – Payable directly to Ida 

Register by emailing: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

Join Mary Nyman and HH member's for weekly conversation.

email John Lord if interested

​
​Introduction to Yang Snake Style Tai Chi
Tuesdays at 10:30am

The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, balance, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind, and martial skill.

Snake style tai chi uses core body strength to initiate movement. Through discussion and practice, students will learn the principles of snake style movement, learning stretching exercises to help create the strength and flexibility needed to create this movement, and be introduced to the tai chi form. For in depth instruction, beginners arrive at 9:30. At 10:30 all levels practice stretching exercises and the tai chi form together. Please wear loose clothing and flat shoes.

Ida Schmulowitz has been practicing Yang Style Tai Chi since 1984. She has been studying Yang Snake Style since 2005 with Bao Tak Fai (Master Robert Boyd of Burlington,Vt. ) and is a certified Snake Style instructor.

Class fee: $5.00 members; $10 non-members per class; payable directly to Ida.

Join Jodie from Body+Soul for an upbeat workout!

Discussions focus on a variety of non-fiction readings, which are distributed at least a week in advance. Discussions are led by the group member who selects the reading and is responsible for having copies made.

Leadership of the discussion rotates weekly and, while encouraged, leading a session is not essential for participating in the group. Selected readings of a piece of non-fiction prose should be 1) interesting to discuss, 2) thought-provoking, and 3) not too long (typically under 15 pages). Anyone is welcome to join this group on an occasional or regular basis.

The titles of the readings are listed in the weekly E-bulletin, and copies are available to members online (whenever possible) and in a folder by the front desk a week prior to their being discussed.

Readings recently discussed covered a wide range of topics--cabbage strudel, American exceptionalism, burkinis, healthcare, the history of prohibition, coffee, and much more--humorous, serious, and informative.

Email HH if interested.

Autumn Meditation Circle

Enjoy a time of centering silence, meditation, and mindful reflection. The Circle is a simple and welcoming time of listening to the silence, sinking into our hearts, and gently practicing the art of being still. Open to all--experienced or brand new to meditation--we are invited to hold space with one another to help deepen our inner awareness and develop our individual practice. As in past Circles, we will continue to share in a quality time of sitting silence, meditate on various poems and passages, and share open, honest and mindful conversation with one another.
Led by Lee Clasper-Torch

Designed for the absolute beginner. Join our new teacher Dieter Gomes to learn German. Email Hamilton House if you are interested: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

Join Jodie from Body+Soul for an upbeat workout!

Join our new German teacher Dieter Gomes for German II designed for those who are comfortable with their language skills. If you are interested please email Hamilton House: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

This series of West African Gahu drumming presented by Charles Kalajian. Participants will be able to demonstrate and improved competence in their percussive ability as it relates to West African drumming rhythms of Gahu (Gah-HOO), a recreational style of music of the Ewe (EH-way) people of Ghana, Togo and Benin that is popular around the world. Not only will class members develop strategies to identify and increase their accuracy in the following grooves: Gankogui (pronounced gahn-KOHG-way), Axatse (pronounced ah-HAHT-say), Sogo (pronounced SOH-goh), Kagan (pronounced kah-GAHN) and Kidi (pronounced KEE-dee) but also, participating in musical training enhances verbal memory, spatial reasoning and literacy skills. 

This class will prepare participants to interact with the Gahu online groove mixer to record, evaluate, and improve performance.(an example of the groove mixer: https://thisworldmusic.com/gahu-african-drumming-and-dance-from-ghana/). Techniques taught and methods used  will foster self-reliance, independence, and confidence in participants West African Gahu percussion performance ability.

Percussionist and educator Charles Z. Kalajian (b. 1988) uses his wide-ranging talents to adapt comfortably to a variety of environments. As a performing artist, he has performed and given master classes and clinics throughout the Southern New England area. As an educator Charles is currently teaching Percussion at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School and is on the music faculty of Rhode Island College, Community College of Rhode Island, and Bishop Hendricken High School. Charles teaches with passion and compassion and carries that into his teaching. Charles’ students see how enthusiastic he is about what he does, and it fuels their eagerness to learn. “The power to help my students make the world a better place through music is my calling and inspiration.” With that knowledge comes the urge to use his skills as a music teacher, to improve the lives of his students; it is not just an ability that he has, but a responsibility that he feels he must live up to.

Join Lisa from Body-Soul for Chair Yoga. Lisa has requested students bring water to class as well as a yoga block and yoga strap if you have them.

All levels Painting Workshop

Fridays 10 am-noon

October 9, 16, 23, 30 

Beginners and experienced are welcome in this painting workshop ! Assignments for beginners will include tonal studies, exercises on mixing colors, and becoming acquainted with working with paint. More advanced students will be working on more complex still life set ups and further developing their eye. Having all levels working in the same class is a beneficial experience. New students can learn from the more experienced students and more experienced can reconnect with the excitement of the beginners.

Zoom painting classes are a great choice for learning. Students can see each other working, and have a dialogue as class goes on. I can comment and help each student during the class, in the same way that I would in person.

Students should contact me for a list of supplies.

Class Instructor: Ida Schmulowitz   https://www.idaschmulowitz.com/ 

$48 per month – Payable directly to Ida 

Register by emailing: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

Join Mary Nyman and HH member's for weekly conversation.

Dr. Jon Berenson is a clinical psychologist in solo private practice in Providence, Rhode Island. He has been a senior leader of the Opening the Heart workshop for 37 years at Kripalu Institute for Yoga and Health. He has loved what he calls sacred, or divine poetry for a very long time (sometimes called 'Mindfulness Poetry'). In this two session Gathering of Poets, he invites us to come together to share with each other by bringing a favorite poem (your own or someone else's), and to read it and share what the poem means to you in your life.

Limit of 15. Please contact Hamilton House to register: 831-1800 or email: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

The MOVIES at HIGH NOON

A weekly discussion class on Zoom

Mondays, beginning October 5th, at Noon

The films selected for this weekly class represent different types of moviemaking, for example: the Western (High Noon); the Musical (42nd Street); Science Fiction (Alien). Movies will be from different decades of Hollywood history (the forties, sixties, nineties, and so on). Before each class meeting there will be an assigned viewing, a movie for you to look at on your own (via streaming* or home DVD player) in preparation for the week’s group discussion. 

Led by Jerry DeSchepper.

* Each movie is available to rent at $2.99-$3.99, from Prime Video, Apple TV and/or YouTube. 

ENROLLMENT LIMIT: 17    ~~~   MUST REGISTER! 

To request an invitation to join this class please email: hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com

email John Lord if interested

​
​Introduction to Yang Snake Style Tai Chi
Tuesdays at 10:30am

The Yang Snake Style is a dynamic tai chi method that mobilizes the spine while stretching and strengthening the core body muscles. Practicing this ancient martial art increases strength, balance, flexibility, vitality, peace of mind, and martial skill.

Snake style tai chi uses core body strength to initiate movement. Through discussion and practice, students will learn the principles of snake style movement, learning stretching exercises to help create the strength and flexibility needed to create this movement, and be introduced to the tai chi form. For in depth instruction, beginners arrive at 9:30. At 10:30 all levels practice stretching exercises and the tai chi form together. Please wear loose clothing and flat shoes.

Ida Schmulowitz has been practicing Yang Style Tai Chi since 1984. She has been studying Yang Snake Style since 2005 with Bao Tak Fai (Master Robert Boyd of Burlington,Vt. ) and is a certified Snake Style instructor.

Class fee: $5.00 members; $10 non-members per class; payable directly to Ida.

Join Jodie from Body+Soul for an upbeat workout!