LEGACY BALLET IN ALBANY OREGON

Heather Hill started Legacy Ballet in June 2008 with ballet, , Hip Hop, Modern, Tap and Yoga training for persons from the age of 3 onward.    You are never too old for this program and it can benefit any persons.

Her troupe has just concluded a production of The Nutcracker Suite in Takena Hall at the Russell Tripp Theater at Linn Benton College.   The pictures generously provided by Lori Fluge-Brunker/LBCC Marketing Department for publication in The Commuter.

Patti Ball said “It was a delightful performance. The backdrops were over the top magnificent, the costumes were beautiful, and the dancers from the darling little mice to the beautiful snow princess were right on cue.”

Mrs. Hill has 230 students in her program at the present time and the registration is still open at her studio at 104 Main Street in Albany.  The lessons are based on a 9 week schedule at the cost of $85 per week for up to two hours with a multiple family membership discount. 

Erika & Todd D. have attested that their 3 daughters, although loving different types of dance, all love coming to Legacy.  She states that “Heather and her instructors love what they do. They are passionate about dance, and want their students to find confidence and freedom of expression in the movement of body, to have fun and learn through the sounds, emotions, and movements of music. Legacy is a warm and positive environment, where I know my girls love to spend their time.” 

Along with this glowing review, Erika said, “My girls adore performing on stage, and the association that Legacy has with LBCC has been truly wonderful! The Russell Trip Performance Center is a lovely venue to hold recitals, and Heather and her team of instructors come up with beautiful opportunities for the dancers to act out a story on stage. There is such excitement to dress up in beautiful costumes,  apply make up, and go through rehearsals. The advantages of learning how to perform in a theater in front of an audience will benefit my children their entire life. We love being a part of the Legacy family!”

Another parent, Karen B. states that her daughter, Bethany, “loves working with Miss Carrie in modern dance. Carrie is a joy and her choreography skills are amazing. She's never afraid to be goofy and silly with the kids and that makes classes extra-fun.”

Karen also said that she “especially enjoy watching Heather work behind-the-scenes at productions. There is so much to do, but Heather radiates a quiet sense of calm which keeps the students and parents from getting too nervous.”

When asked about the cost and whether it is worth it, Karen said “I think their rates are reasonable. I've priced it against other studios and compared notes with other dance moms and Legacy comes out on top every time.”

Heather has a staff of four, including a student from the high school on internship.

While investigating ballet, it has been shown by Peak Performance “that many players have swapped their pads for points, to do ballet. Ballet dancers are renowned for their agility; they are able to leap, land and turn with, well… with balletic grace.”  Because of this, a lot of sports teams are using forms of dance to help their players become more flexible and graceful, therefore having fewer injuries on the field.

Heather uses Russell Tripp Performance Center for all her major productions and will have programs in the spring.  So please come out and support your neighbors, large and small.

At A Glance:

Email:LegacyBallet@q.com

 Location:104 Main St Albany OR

http://www.legacyballet.com/LegacyBallet/classes.html to view the studio

Heather Hill

 Phone: 541-791-9078

Don't do it! Don't wear it!

I saw you standing in line or walking around campus, waiting for that all important job interview or interview for college admission or admission to the military.

You were wearing shoes that would make a pro envious, as shown above.  You were not comfortable and I was not comfortable for you.  It shows what kind of judgment you have and what your decisions on the job or in school would be.  Don't do it!!!


Now let's move on to other codes of dress.  Unless you want someone to know if you are wearing undergarments or you truly don't care if we know about the status of your crotch area, do not wear clothes shown below.  They are great in a club where you are picking up a dude or on the street where you are picking up many but even the military will know you are easy and try to get some if you dress like this at a job interview or college interview.

Don't wear it!!!

When is too much cleavage inappropriate, I would say it is when you are trying to convey your professionalism.  Also, dressing too far down the ladder of success is not something you should do.

According to Morgan Jarema, from The Grand Rapids Press,  'Dress for the position you want, not the position you have."   "If you dress inappropriately, it calls into question your ability to do your job."

From all the pictures shown above, which one would you choose to work with or hire to do an efficient, effective, and be self-reliant in that job, letting you concentrate on your job.

So when you get ready for that big job interview, remember you do not want to turn them off but you, also, do not want to turn them on as most employers want you to succeed at your job and not with them.   In an environment, where people are sue-happy, employers are looking for employees to do the job and not cause any hassles on the job and the above pictures convey problems on the job but one.  Which one looks too provocative, which one looks lazy, and which one looks efficient?

 They are hiring you to represent them to the public in different forums.

Hugs and Kisses to you

 

By

Elnora Palmtag

If hugs were ice cream, I’d melt in your arms.

If hugs had a flavor, I’d wish for a rainbow.

 

If kisses were candy, I’d want to eat it all.

If kisses were expensive, I’d spend all my money on yours.

 

If love was a flower, I’d want a big, big bunch.

If love was a tree, I’d want a forest with you.

 

If you were a present, I’d want to open it now.

If you were a book, I’d read it again and again.

 

Thank you for being a part of my life,

I’m so glad grandpa made you his wife.

(Dedicated to Floydene Miller, the best mother-in-law in the world)

The Watching Pants

 

By

Elnora Palmtag

 

I have seen you through all your trials and tribulations, through all the pains in your life,

I have seen you smiling in their faces, while going through the strife.

You kept me hidden from envious eyes and made me a part of your dreams.

You treasured me all through the years and walked me beside the streams.

Meandering on a long walk home and never breaking stride,

I watched your sad face as you roamed through lanes both narrow and wide.

You kept me sheltered, clean and warm

And never let me come to any harm.

I treasure your beautiful care of me

And know we will many more years to see.

So take care of me and I will keep you dry.

(Dedicated to my 1972 bell bottom pants, bought with my first big prize at Harrah’s casino in Reno)

 

Unrestrained Serenade

 

By

Elnora Palmtag

The lake is shrouded in mystery.

Mist is rising up and the leaves are rustling,

As the sun breaks above the canopy.

No one is here to share this beauty with me,

So I break out in a song, which, thankfully,

No one can hear.

Oh, no!

The birds are complaining.

There are critics everywhere.

Dare I continue in my serenade

Or should I observe

And let nature resume its peaceful awakening.

Oh, hell, no!

Censorship may be everywhere else,

But here I am queen of this time and place.

I will sing if I want and the critics be damned.

My cacophony of caterwauling has just begun.

(Inspired by Terrence Lane Millet, English instructor at Linn Benton College)

 

The Hobbit-An Unexpected Journey

A Contender

Superman and Star Trek, you are not worthy.  I was wondering why these films are being released next year and now I know why.

The Regal IMAX Cinema in Eugene did not have an empty seat.  When the title appeared, there was a smattering of applause from truly diehard fans.  By the first 15 minutes of the film, the rest of the audience was fully engaged.   I was surprised at the number of children present.   Was it worth the bucks that had to be forked over?  Hell, yes!

3D has never looked better.  The CGI was better than any I have seen this year and even though you know a lot of the characters, this is a refreshing and new way of seeing them.    Screenrant.com stated that Peter Jackson incorporated  “3D using no less than 30 RED EPIC digital cameras, each of which – according to the RED Studios press release – “has 5K resolution, can shoot up to 120 frames per second and has a new HDRx™” (High Definition Resolution) “ mode for the highest dynamic range of any digital cinema camera ever made… The EPIC’s small size and relatively low weight makes it perfect for 3D – where two cameras have to be mounted on each 3D rig.” 

photo taken from http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0903624/

Bilbo Baggins is tricked into hosting a party for a band of dwarves by Gandalf and then the adventure begins.  Bilbo cannot resist a great adventure and this is what Gandalf needs.  The audience was totally enthralled with the adventure and not a word was spoken as the group encountered all sorts of interesting characters and villains, along with their CGI pets and work animals.

The Hobbit introduces Radagast the brown, a new wizard, played by Sylvester McCoy, who played Dr. Who from 1987 to 1989.  We know Gandalf smoked pipeweed, along with the hobbits, but have you ever wondered what other things were imbibed Middle-Earth denizens.  Gandalf the Grey is one of the main characters with Saruman the White making a cameo.  Will there be more about Saruman the White in the next movie?

A lot of the questions about the past are answered and new bonds of friendship are formed, along with a little Smigel to tantalize you until the next film comes out.

Why is Bilbo so important in the scheme of things?  How did the relationship between Bilbo and Smigel develop?  Why is Smigel/Gollum asking Bilbo a riddle, such as “Voiceless it cries, Wingless flutters, Toothless bites, Mouthless mutters?  Look for the answer in the AT A GLANCE at the bottom.

What is Bilbo to the Dwarves and Elves?  Bill P. was very surprised and astonished at the way the dwarves cleaned up a kitchen.  Also, Bill marveled at how dense a dwarf can be. 

Why is Gandalf so important in the scheme of things and what new facets of the character were revealed? Mark M. enjoyed learning more about Gandalf, the Grey.  But he also felt that all the singing in the movie was not needed. 

What happens when a troll blows his nose, slime or slimy? 

The complications of the relationships of the different tribes of Middle Earth are expounded and explained to further ensnare the audience into the different storylines.  This reporter cannot wait for the next part of this series.  The climax of the action scenes and the ending leave you wanting more right now.

My friend, Theresa T. wrote to me on facebook, "My friend Kelly has seen it twice in 2 days. I`d say it was a winner :)" 

Kelly N. wrote me, “Absolutely wonderful!!! I knew it would be good, but it was better than I thought it could be! Can't wait for part two next December!”

The Hobbit-An Unexpected journey is a must see, must own, and must see again movie.  I want to laugh, clap, gasp, clap again, and then laugh again, so I am going to see this movie again.

Give a Christmas present!  Tickets to see this movie is a great gift and then sit around and talk about it.  It can give you a great insight into your children and family.

AT A GLANCE:

To learn about the characters in The Hobbit, check out: http://lotr.wikia.com/wiki/Category:The_Hobbit_Characters

http://www.thehobbit.com/

Answer to riddle: The Wind

Share your Hobbit experience with us.  EMAIL: commuter@linnbenton.edu