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January 10, 2020

Back by Popular Demand: City Dance Program Returns


WOONSOCKET, R.I.: Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt and the City of Woonsocket are excited to announce registration is now open for the “Intro to Dance” program organized by Elizabeth Kerrigan, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation Department. This 12-week session is open to girls and boys ages 3-12 years old. Older children will learn Jazz and Hip-Hop inspired dance and younger children will learn Ballet and Creative Movement inspired dance.
“Having piloted this program last year with great success we wanted to once again make this opportunity available to the city’s children which provides a healthy, artistic, cultured experience at minimum cost,” stated Mayor Baldelli-Hunt. The cost is just $25 for the 12-week session and meets once per week for an hour. Class sizes are 12-15 children per age group and are held at the Mill Race Building weekday nights. The program culminates with a final showcase in May at the Middle School auditorium for friends and family to attend. This program is open to city residents who have little to no experience and who do not belong to, or previously belonged to, a formal dance studio.
Deadline for Registration is Wednesday, February 19th . Classes start the week of February 24th. Space is limited and fills up quickly. It is recommended you register as soon as possible. Registration is easy. Forms are available in a labeled mailbox at 1117 River Street. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Completed forms can be placed in the locked mailbox at 1117 River Street. For more information contact Liz Kerrigan 401-767-9287 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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