Annie Moses Band in Calhoun!!!

        

The Annie Moses Band is a Christian family of Julliard-trained musicians and award-winning songwriters dedicated to virtuosity in the arts. Led by lead singer/violinist, Annie Wolaver, the Band includes her five siblings: Alex, viola; Benjamin, cello; Camille, harp/keyboard; Gretchen, violin/mandolin; and Jeremiah, guitar and banjo. Add the veteran songwriting talents of their parents, Bill and Robin Wolaver, and you have a dynamic group with roots in classical, pop, and jazz. Together, they are leading an artistic renaissance in the Church through musical excellence, strength of family, and a message of faith, inspiring all generations to join in the discipline, beauty, and excitement of highly skilled musicianship.

This exciting group will be in Calhoun Georgia on Monday December 3.  Call 706-625-3132 for tickets or information!!

         

Details for the end of the semester

Fall semester 2012 is quickly coming to a close, and here are things for you to remember:

Thanksgiving week - the only classes that meet during the week of November 19 are the MONDAY classes.  No other classes will meet during the week of Thanksgiving.

The week of December 3 is the last week of classes for the fall semester, UNLESS your teacher has a make-up class scheduled.

We hope you are continuing Kindermusik in January!  Classes are filling quickly, and your spot is not reserved without a deposit ($60) or payment in full.  If you pay in full by December 1, you can deduct $15!!!  

Kindermusik makes a GREAT gift, so tell the grandparents that you don't need another toy.  Let them give a gift that you can enjoy for months to come!  We can even give them a gift certificate to put under the tree!

Spring semester begins the week of January 14. To see a brochure with a list of classes go here.


Rome Christmas parade is on Broad Street on Tuesday November 27 at 6:30 p.m.  It's great way to start the holiday season!

Questions?  Email knobles@berry.edu

Meet the Author!

On Saturday, children and their families waited patiently to meet the author and illustrator of the new children's book, Martin the Guitar.  The living room of the Berry College Alumni Center was the perfect location to hear the story and music. Harry Musselwhite engaged the audience with the tale he wrote about a little guitar named Martin.  As the story progressed he introduced three instruments found in the book: guitar, mandolin and the violin.  

Harry, the storyteller

An added bonus was to see the original drawings for the book. Brian Barr talked with the children about how he gave life to the story through the pictures.  The originals were vibrant and detailed, which doesn't always translate into the printed version.

Illustrations from the book

Brian Barr, illustrator

Harry with Martin the Guitar

Good listeners!

Mr. Musselwhite talked about how music can make us feel, and how it gives personality to characters in a story.  He played the music of Martin, which was sweet and lyrical. Then using the same guitar he contrasted the song of Martin with the upbeat, rough sounds of Mr. D, another character in the book.  With a smaller string instrument called a mandolin, the children heard the laughing, mocking sounds of Loar.  The children moved to the music of the various characters, and were able to practice their listening skills.

Harry and Loar, the mandolin

Entertaining the family!

After the story and music, Mr. Musselwhite and Mr. Barr answered questions and autographed copies of the book for those in attendance.

Personalized Copy

Waiting for an autograph

Kaleb holds his new book and waits to have it signed

Harry and Brian greeting the children

Sophie and Eleanor

You can still pick up a copy of the book when you come to Kindermusik, and Mr. M is just down the hall if you want him to autograph it!

Book Signing and Spring Registration

Saturday October 20 from 10 - 11 a.m. is the book signing for Martin the Guitar.  This event will be held in the Alumni Center Living Room on 1st floor of the Ford Building.  The author, Harry Musselwhite, will read the book, sign copies, and play music for those in attendance.  There is a limited number of books available for $20. Cash and checks are accepted.   To reserve your copy email Kathryn Nobles at knobles@berry.edu. Click here to learn more about the book.

Priority Enrollment for Spring Semester

1.    All classes are open to current families from October 15 – 31.  Open enrollment will begin on November 1.

2.   To reserve your space for spring semester you need to pay a deposit.  Just because you are currently enrolled does not guarantee your space for next semester.  Use the drop box for deposits and payments.  Unless your address, phone or email has changed you do not need to fill out a form, just see #3.

3.    Make checks payable to Berry College and write your class choice and child’s name in the memo portion of your check.

Example: OT Tues. 9:30 Jack

Abbreviations for classes are as follows:  Village (V);  Our Time (OT); Imagine That! (IT);  Young Child (YC);  Beyond (BYD); Family Time (FT).

4.    Payment options:                                                                                    

    $60 deposit with balance due at first class in January.                 

     Pay in full by December 1 – receive $15 discount.

Other payment options are available, just ask.

5.    Sibling discounts are 10% of the total.  Deduct sibling discount before early bird discounts.

6.     If you have home materials from an older sibling to use this semester, you may take another deduction of $40 for Village, Our Time & Imagine That! $15 for Young Child.

7.    If you are enrolling more than 2 children, you will need to check with Kathryn about further discounts.

8.  Kindermusik classes continue through the week of December 3 

The only classes that meet the week of Thanksgiving are Monday classes.

If you have questions about a particular class and your child please talk with your teacher.  If you are trying to decide if your child should move to the next level, ask for a handout from your teacher.

PRICES FOR KINDERMUSIK CLASSES

Village - $210– The Rhythm of My Day; Hickory, Dickory, Tickle & Bounce

Our Time - $195  - Fiddle Dee Dee

Imagine That! - $210  - Cities!

Young Child - $220 (continuing student)-$245 (new student)

Beyond - $178

CLASSES BEGIN THE WEEK OF JANUARY 14. 

No classes will meet on MLK holiday.

Spring Break dates will be announced later.

             

Monday

5:30 p.m. Imagine That! (ages 3.5 – 5 years) - meets in the music library)

5:45 p.m.Our Time (18 months- 3 years)

6:30 p.m Village (newborns – 18 months).

Tuesday

9: 30 a.m. Our Time

10:15 a.m. Village

3:40 p.m. Young Child, semester 2 (ages 4.5 – 7 years)

4:45 p.m. Young Child, semester 4

Wednesday

9:15 a.m. Village

10:15 a.m. Our Time

Thursday

9:30 a.m.Village

10:15 a.m. Our Time

11:00 a.m. Imagine That!

3:45 p.m. Beyond 2

4:15 p.m. Beyond 1

5:15 p.m. Young Child, semester 2

6:30 p.m. Our Time

Friday

9:30 a.m. Our Time

10:15 a.m. Imagine That!

Fall Break and More Community Happenings

Fall Break is Tuesday, October 9 - Monday, October 15 for Kindermusik of Berry College.  No classes will be held on these dates

The Pumpkin Patch is open daily at Trinity Methodist Church on Turner McCall Blvd.  Go visit the Patch for pumpkins and other fun treats.

Peach State Marching Festival and Chiaha Harvest Fair are coming the last weekend in October.  Look for details soon!

Book Signing and Meet the Author Day

On Saturday, October 20 you can hear Martin the Guitar read by the author, Harry Musselwhite.  Harry will also play some tunes on his guitar, and discuss the journey of writing a book.  You can reserve a book by emailing knobles@berry.edu
Books are $20 and are first come, first serve.

This event will take place from 10 - 11 a.m. in the Living Room of the Alumni Center of Berry College. The Alumni Center is downstairs from the Kindermusik room on the 1st floor of the Ford Complex.

Fall Break for Kindermusik of Berry College

The weather is lovely, and I hope you are able to get out and enjoy it. With the change of seasons come the various fall breaks. I wish there was consistency between the many school systems, but alas there is not. Kindermusik of Berry College serves families from all over Northwest Georgia and Alabama, so trying to coordinate breaks is impossible.

All that said, here's the schedule:

NO KINDERMUSIK CLASSES OCTOBER 9, 10, 11, 12 or 15.  Classes will meet on Monday October 8 and resume on Tuesday October 16.

Community Happenings

Rome is a great place to live, work, and play.  There are many opportunities in the community for families to enjoy and explore.  Here are several for you to put on your calendar:

Berry Farmer's Market

Saturday, September 15   7 a.m. - 1 p.m at Berry College
Behind the Krannert Center adjacent to the Cage Center (turn left before the gatehouse or just follow the signs).
For the kids: inflatable, cotton candy, face painting, a petting zoo, funnel cakes and photographs with a Berry jersey calf by Agri-Educations

Featuring the Berry Student Enterprises:

·  The fresh taste of the vegetables and herbs by Season’s Harvest and Martha’s Herbs
·  Berry’s own Angus beef select cuts by Berry Farms Angus Beef
·  Various hard and soft cheese produced from the milk of Berry’s jersey herd by the Berry Farms Jersey Milk
·  Adirondack chairs built by Viking Furniture
·  Handcrafted items by Viking Creations
·  Gifts from Oak Hill Gift Shop
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Vendors from the Rome community will also offer home-canned vegetables, jams and jellies, fresh-cut flowers, bath and beauty products, woodworking items, and home baked breads and pastries.

Berry Angus burgers will be served for $5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for lunch.

Check out their website

Storytime at the Rome Floyd Library

This is a favorite among families with young children!  It is the best FREE 30 minutes in town.  Storytime includes puppet shows, music, and of course, books! Storytime meets every Tuesday at 10 or 11 a.m. in the children's theater beginning October 9.

Book Signing and Meet the Author Day

On Saturday, October 20 you can hear Martin the Guitar read by the author, Harry Musselwhite.  Harry will also play some tunes on his guitar, and discuss the journey of writing a book.  You can reserve a book by emailing knobles@berry.edu
Books are $20 and are first come, first serve. 

This event will take place from 10 - 11 a.m. in the Living Room of the Alumni Center of Berry College. The Alumni Center is downstairs from the Kindermusik room on the 1st floor of the Ford Complex.

Berry Fine Arts: Concerts and More

There is a concert, play or art show happening every week during the academic year on the Berry College campus.  Plan a date with your spouse, friend, or bring an older child and enjoy the arts at Berry.  Click here for the performance calendar

Spivey Hall Educational Programs by Clayton State University

This programming is not in Rome, but worth the drive.  These musical programs are just right for home school families, or if you have a day off from school.  The Young People's concerts include world class performances for $2 per person.  You do have to register in advance, so don't make plans to go unless you have reserved your space.  You can get more information here  The concert schedule runs from October - May.