There is something to be said for trying new things.  It definitely is a way to put a little bit of zest into life. To that end, the Dietrich will be offering a variety of new classes and events for us to try this June. For example the theater will be hosting Kundalini yoga classes with instructors Barbara Tierney and Melissa Russo starting on Saturday, June 2 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.  In this class, you will experience the gifts that Kundalini yoga has to offer as you explore breath, movement and mantra leading you into a deeper connection with your own truth.  This form of yoga is challenging to everyone yet can be done by everyone!  The Dietrich's Programming Coordinator Margie Young has told me that taking Kundalini yoga on a Saturday morning really re-energizes her for the rest of the day.  Sounds good!  Right?  Those who attend are asked to bring a yoga mat and a blanket.  Classes will also be held on Saturdays, June 9, 30 and August 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Dietrich.  Admission is $15 per class.  Plus there will be a special Kundalini Yoga session at Tunkhannock's Riverside Park on Saturday, July 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  What could be better than doing yoga right by the scenic Susquehanna!

The Dietrich will also be hosting an Introduction to the Game of Go series in June.  On Mondays, June 11, 18, 25, & July 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., adults and students ages eleven and up will learn this ancient game that originated in China more than 4,000 years ago and is still popular today.  Like Kundalini yoga, it too is easy to learn yet can be very challenging.  During these classes, instructor Bill Herron will teach those who participate the fundamentals of the Game of Go, and by the end of the class series we may be able to have a Go tournament for those who wish to take part.  Admission is free.

For those of you who are more interested in nature and gardening, the Dietrich will be hosting a presentation with Bonnie Gale on The Potential of Living Willow Structures In the Landscape on Wednesday, June 20 at 7:00 p.m.  Bonnie is an expert in her field who has been building living willow structures in the landscape since 2004. During her illustrated lecture, she will show the basic concepts of building living structures, the development of her work, international examples and the great potential for commercial applications.  Her structures have been featured in House and Garden, Vogue, and FiberArts magazine, and she appeared on the Martha Stewart Show in 2010.  Bonnie has even taught a class in Tunkhannock where students created a beautiful living willow structure for Tunkhannock's Riverside Park.  And believe it or not, it survived the flood of September 2011.  Admission to her presentation is free.  For more information, please call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500.

And for children, Judy Weist of Stage Door Dance Studio will be teaching introductory dance classes at the theater this summer.   Little ones ages 2 & 3 year olds can take classes on Mondays and Tuesdays, June 4 & 5, July 2 & 3, and August 6 & 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.  Four through six year olds will be able to learn about dance, movement and rhythm on Mondays and Tuesdays, July 2 & 3 and August 6 & 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Judy will be teaching a seven to nine year old class on the same dates as the 4 to 6 year old class from noon to 12:45 p.m.  Specials needs classes will also be offered from 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.  Admission to all classes is free and no experience is required.  For more information or to sign up, call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500.  Space is limited.