AUGUST 2011 Roberts Adult Center UPSTAIRS at 1246 50th Ave. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33703 727-893-7755 Adult Center Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Evenings as Scheduled www.stpete.org ARTS DAY(S) TIME FEE Ceramics Thursday 9:00-11:30am $18 Crochet, Embroidery, or Knitting~ Monday 10:00-11:00am $20 Painting w/glenda Monday 1:00-3:00pm $22 Pottery w/bill Wednesday 1:30-4:00pm $35 Pottery w/pat Monday 6:30-9:00pm $35 Pottery w/pat Wednesday 6:30-9:00pm $35 Pottery w/pat Thursday 6:30-9:00pm $35 Quilting w/cheryl Tuesday 9:30-Noon $30 Sewing Lessons w/dalia Thursday 10:00-Noon $40 Stained Glass w/sol start Sept 19 Monday 10:00-Noon $20 Watercolors* start in August Tuesday 1:00-3:00pm $24 FITNESS Adult Ballet Inter Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm $32 Adult Ballet Beginner Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm $32 Belly Dance Monday 1:00-2:00pm $25 Line Dance Easy Intermediate Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm $16 Line Dance Beginner* Thursday 7:30-8:30pm $16 Loose as a Goose w/lee start August 9 Tue & Thur 10:15-11:15am $3/class Stretch & Relax w/vernon Tue & Thur 9:00-10:00am $3/class Tai Chi w/rita Thursday 6:30-7:30pm $16 or $5/class Tennis League/Citywide call 893-7755 Varies $15/season Tennis Instruction - Denver Park call 521-1594 for information $10/class Tennis Instruction - Puryear Park call 510-8486 for information $15/class Yoga w/david Mon OR Wed 6:00-7:00pm $20 or $6/class Yoga w/david Mon OR Wed 7:15-8:15pm $20 or $6/class Yoga w/barbara Mon & Wed & Fri 9:00-10:00am $60 or $6/class Walking Club* Monday 10:00am Free GAMES Bridge Supervised Play w/connie* Wednesday 9:30-11:30am $25 Bridge Lessons Intermediate w/ Marianne* Wednesday 9:30-11:30am $50/8 sessions Bridge Social Thursday 12:30pm-3:30pm $1/day Canasta* Thursday 1:00-3:00pm $1/day Chess Lessons* Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm $20 Cribbage Thursday 1:00-4:00pm $1/day Pinochle (double deck) Thursday 1:00-4:00pm $1/day Poker* Monday 1:00-3:30pm $1/day Scrabble Friday 9:00-11:30am $1/day LANGUAGE Chinese, Mandarin Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm $30 German, Beginning w/erika* Tuesday 3:30-4:30pm $20 German (private) Monday call for appt $45 Italian, Beg Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm $20 Portuguese, Beg w/joaquina Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm $24 Spanish, Beginning w/erika Tuesday 2:30-3:30pm $20 Spanish, Intermediate w/erika Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm $20 French, Beginning w/erika* Tuesday 1:30-2:30pm $20
French, Intermediate w/erika Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm $20 PERFORMING ARTS Ballet for Adults (Intro) Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm $32 Belly Dance Monday 7:30-8:30pm $25 Comedy Workshop* Tuesday 7:30-8:30pm $25 Dance on Demand (private)~ TBA one hour $25 Guitar w/mike (private) Wed evening call for time $40 Jazz for Adults Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm $28 Karaoke (get ready for your debut!)* Monday 7:00-8:00pm $45 Music w/vicky (private) Thursday call for time $40 Piano or Keyboard w/ray (private) Friday afternoon call for time $35 Piano w/dr. Bob (private) Tuesday call for time $35 Swing/Ballroom Tuesday 8:00-9:00pm $28 Voice Lessons w/sara (private) Monday call for time $45 OTHER GREAT STUFF AARP Safe Driving 893-7755 to reserve Aug 8 & 15 9:00 am-12:00pm Pay AARP w/check Creative Writing* Thursday 7:00-8:00pm $36 Day Trips - Roberts Rovers see flyer varies $10 and up Dog Training* Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm $65/6 weeks Luncharound (preregister) 1st Tuesday 11:15-2:30pm $3 & lunch Make Lap Robes for Nursing Homes Friday 12:00-2:30pm Free Writing Tutorial* Thursday 6:00-7:00pm $36 YOUTH Ballet, Beg w/grace 6-8 yrs start in fall Thursday 4:00-5:00pm $35 Ballet, Beg Point w/grace 8-12 yrs start in fall Thursday 5:00-6:00pm $35 Ballet, Beg Point w/grace 12-17 yrs start in fall Thursday 6:00-7:00pm $35 Ballet, Inter Point w/alexandra 12-17 yrs start in fall Thursday 7:30-8:55pm $45 Ballet, Inter w/judith Johnson 7-9 yrs 432-6612 Tuesday 4:00-5:00pm $35 Ballet, Inter w/judith 9-11 yrs start in fall Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm $35 Ballet, Inter w/judith 9-12 yrs start in fall Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm $35 Ballet, Inter w/judith 10-13 yrs start in fall Tuesday 7:00-8:15pm $37.50 Ballet/Tap w/ms Janie 5-6 Wednesday 5:00-6:00pm $50 Ballet, Tap w/ms Janie 6-7 yrs Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm $50 Jazz, Inter w/jennifer* ages 10-14 start in fall Friday 4:00-5:00pm $35 Jazz, Beg w/jennifer ages 7-9 start in fall Friday 5:00-6:00pm $35 NEW Wrestling w/ Coach Paul NEW Monday 5:30-7:30pm $40 * Leave your name in the office. Class will start when enough have signed up. ~ No first class free. Also at Roberts: Copies, faxes, free computer/internet use, notary, book exchange, and 50-cent greeting cards. ADVANTAGE Member City of St. Petersburg residents can purchase an annual ADVANTAGE Member Card for, which is valid from September 1 until August 31, at all Recreation Centers. Non-City of St. Petersburg residents can purchase an ADVANTAGE Member Card for $125.00 (prorated monthly) OR purchase a monthly membership for $12.50. The Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) guarantees equal opportunity for people with disabilities. Special accommodation requests such as sign language interpreters, taped or Braille materials, assistive listening devices, etc., should be made at least one week prior to the activity or program. Individuals using TTD devices, please contact us using the Florida Relay Service at 800-955-8771. Scroll down for day trips
Roberts Rovers Day Trips AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER 2011 Aug 4, Thurs. 10:45 am 1:30pm $21.00 /Admit July 21 Chihuly Glass Collection This presentation is unique, as it is the first installation of Chihuly world renowned art in a building designed specifically for that purpose. The collection includes spectacular large-scale installations like Ruby Red Icicle Chandelier and other works like the Persians and Tumbleweeds! Afterwards, lunch on your own at 400 Beach in the same building. Aug 10, Wed. 9:30am 5pm /Buffet/Show July 27 Breaking Up is Hard to Do at the Show Palace This enduring story presents over nineteen of Neil Sedaka s greatest hits, spun together in a light-hearted tale of mistaken identity, friendship and love. It includes some of his best standards like Love Will Keep Us Together, Laughter in the Rain, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen and Where the Boys Are. Aug 16, Tues. 9:30am 2pm Aug 2 Ikea Store in Tampa Have your walking shoes on. This store carries just about anything your heart desires. After shopping or window shopping, lunch on your own at the Ikea Bistro & Swedish Market. They are noted for Swedish meatballs and reasonable prices. Aug 24, Wed. 10:45am 3:30pm $25.00 /Activity Aug 10.Mystery Trip Party! Party! Party! Live it up and take something home that doesn t cost a penny extra!. Lunch on your own before the party at a nearby restaurant. Aug 30, Tues. 9:15am 2:00pm Aug 16 Mystery Trip This tour may be quiet or noisy depending on many factors. This trip should be very interesting. Lunch on your own at a nearby restaurant. Sept. 8, Thurs. 11am to 3:30pm $30.00 /College Aug.25 Candy College at City Street Sweets Learn about the history of and how to temper chocolate. After tasting various gourmet to premium chocolate, it is time to start making your own decadent bars! Choose from various ingredients to create 3 of your own unique chocolate bars for yourself or a gift. Choice of 4 Hyde Park restaurants, upscale Timpano, Wine Exchange, Nature s Table and Sophie s Cafe for a dutch treat lunch before the college.
Sept. 11, Sunday 11am to 5pm $30.00 /Show Aug.29 Camelot at the Eight O Clock Theatre This irresistible musical takes you inside the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. A ravishing story of passion, chivalry and betrayal that has a gorgeous score including If Ever I Would Leave You, What Do the Simple Folk Do? and of course Camelot. Lunch on your own at the Pizza Shack Italian Grille before the show. Sept. 15, Thurs. 11:30am to 3pm $25.00 / High Tea Sept. 1 High Tea at the Horse & Jockey The Horse & Jockey make a big deal about English High Tea. Varied selections of high-quality tea are served on decorated lace tablecloths in four courses. First, there are sausage rolls, then finger sandwiches followed by scones with cream and jam and finally Sherry trifle. Grey Gardens at the Freefall Theatre Sept.24, Sat. 11am to 5pm $35.00 /Show Sept. 7 In 1941,Edith Ewing Bouvier Beale(Big Edie) and daughter, Edith Bouvier Beale (Little Edie) were the toast of East Hampton Society. The aunt and first cousin of the future Jackie Kennedy, played hostess at their palatial mansion, Grey Gardens. This modern masterpiece of musical theatre explores the comically dark side of a mother-daughter relationship gone horribly awry. Before the show, dutch treat lunch at Romano s Macaroni Grill. International Mall Sept. 27, Tuesday 9:30am to 2pm Sept. 13 Enjoy gathering ideas from the many upscale stores and viewing all the new fall fashions or thinking about gifts for Christmas in Gucci, Neiman Marcus or Nordstrom. Lunch on your own at the food court or one of the Bay Street restaurants like the Cheesecake Factory, Toojay s Gourmet Deli, Earl of Sandwich, or Brio Tuscan Grille. Or really treat yourself and slide over to Pelagia Trattoria in the Renaissance Hotel. Oct. 5, Wed. 9:15am to 2pm /Tour Sept. 22 Mystery Trip A 1 hour guided tour of this world-class facility should be very interesting. This is a slow-paced walking tour of a very busy building, suggested by one of our Rovers. Dutch treat lunch after the tour at a nearby restaurant. Oct. 12, Wed. 10:30am to 5pm /Buffet/Show Sept. 28 Meet Me in St. Louis at The Show Palace Join the Smith family at the 1904 World s Fair and see how their love and respect for each other is tempered with genuine humor that can only be generated by such a special family. Memorable musical numbers include The Boy Next Door, The Trolley Song and many more.
Oct. 19, Wed. 10:30am to 3pm $20.00 /Cruise Oct. 5 Dolphin Cruise at John s Pass Our 1 1/2 hour shaded cruise observes Florida s wildlife in their natural habitat up close. Dolphins are guaranteed as well as pelicans, egrets and bald eagles. The Sea Adventure is the safest and most stable boat offering comfortable seating, restrooms and onboard snack bar Lunch on your own at the Friendly Fisherman before the cruise. Oct. 22, Sat. 9:30am to 2pm Oct. 7 Heritage Park Fall Jubilee Come and take a stroll under the oaks and pines at Heritage Village. Listen to live music and check out homespun creations among the many artisans set up throughout the 21 acres of living history. Lunch on your own among the many food vendors at the Fall Jubilee. Oct. 27, Thurs. 9am to 3:30pm $15.00 Oct. 13 The Barn at Lake Alfred In its fifth decade,the Barn has grown to be one of Florida s most popular destinations for beautiful antiques. After strolling among the antiques in the barn, the stable would be next with its lovely array of designer wreaths, flower arrangements, swags and baskets. Dutch treat lunch before The Barn at the delightful Lavender & Lace and maybe dessert at the Barn s Back Porch. Roberts Adult Center, 1246 50 TH Ave North, St. Petersburg, FL 33703 893-7755 CALL NOW! If you reach the answering machine, leave your name, phone number, and the date(s) of the trips you would like to take. Reservations will be taken in the order they are called in. We will call you back to confirm. If payment is not received by the date indicated, spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. When cancellation is necessary, refunds will be made if the trip is filled. In-person payments must be made at the ground floor lobby desk. Rovers are to check in at least 15 minutes prior to departure time.