HOW IT WORKS

The Dream Center houses internal and outside programming that is specifically designed for catalytic change in our area. Dream Center Programming is ALWAYS FREE and can be enrolled in via our website. Only our current classes are available for online registration. Classes are generally available for online registration TWO TO THREE WEEKS before they begin.

To sign up for a class, please fill out the adjacent form. We only respond if the class is full. Please consider yourself confirmed if you do not receive a response. Please note, day of classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.

DREAM CENTER PROGRAMS

The Dream Center is now offering on-site programming in addition to online programming. To learn more and register for our online programs head to our Virtual Programs page.

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SENIOR CONNECT: THE FUNDAMENTALS OF GOOGLE SUITE

SATURDAYs  |  JUNE 10, 24, JULY 1 & 8
11AM – 12:30 PM ET

G Suite is a set of cloud computing, productivity, collaboration tools, software, and products developed by Google. In this course, participants 50 and over will explore the features and functionalities of the apps included in most G Suite editions – Gmail ™, Google Drive™, Google Docs™, Google Slides™, Google Calendar™, and Google Meet.™

Join us for this 4-week in-person workshop where you will learn how to:

• Navigate within Google Suite confidently
• Learn how to organize and navigate through Gmail
• Formulate Documents
• Create Slide Presentations
• Video Conferencing with family and friends
• And more…
• Laptops or Tablets are Required

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SENIOR CONNECT: CAREER READINESS: BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL ONLINE PROFILE

WEDNESDAYs  |  JUNE 14, 21, & 28
3 – 4:30 PM ET

Most people’s career paths, objectives and goals will change several times throughout their life. The pandemic and the evolution of technology has influenced the change and ease of searching for a job. This workshop is designed to encourage you to continue to strive for success. If you are age 50 and over and want to continue to seek opportunities, This workshop is for you!

The goal of this in-person workshop series is to help you…
• Create a powerful MS Word Resumé
• Convert to PDF Files
• Create LinkedIn Profile
• Target Online Job Searching
• Prepare for a Virtual Interview
• Laptop or Tablet Devices are Required

SENIOR CONNECT: “MAKE IT, TAKE IT” CREATING FASHION, ART & DESIGNS

THURSDAYs  |  MAY 25 & JUNE 1, 8, & 15
2 – 5 PM ET

Would you like to discover the art of decoupage? Want to take an ordinary object and turn it into an extraordinary work of art? Have you ever crocheted with wire and beads? Come learn creative ways of designing and repurposing items you can provide as gifts and use as fashionable accessories. If you are age 50 or older and want to Make it & Take it! This class is for you.

Week 1: The Art of Decoupage

Week 2: Handmade Beads

Week 3: Crocheted & Beaded Necklace

Week 4: T-Shirt Necklace

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SENIOR CONNECT: SWING DANCE SWING

WEDNESDAYs  |  NOW THROUGH JUNE 21
5:30 – 7 PM ET

A little jazz with some lifts, spins and flips will make you feel like you’re in the 1920s! Join us for this 6-week workshop as we learn the basics of swing dancing, the history of its origin and engage with the music that brings it all together.

For participants ages 50 and older you will learn:
• Proper Positioning
• Dance Partnering
• Social Dance Performing

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THE UPTOWN COLLECTIVE COACHING
GET IT WRITE: SCRIPT INCUBATOR
FRIDAYS  |  JUNE & JULY  |  4 – 6PM ET 

CLASS MEET DATES:
FRIDAY June 2 , TUESDAY June 6, FRIDAY June 16, FRIDAY June 23, FRIDAY June 30, & FRIDAY July 14

The Uptown Collective is offering two script writing classes (’Script Incubator’ ‘& Writing Foundations’) taught by playwright & theatremaker SMJ. Classes will culminate in a public reading by professional actors of excerpts from the scripts. Choose the one class that best fits your writing journey. Participants can only take one.

Do you have a script that’s currently in progress? Participants in the Script Incubator will share their pages and receive feedback on their work while making edits and fine-tuning their scripts.

Space is limited. This class will be an intimate setting at TDC. Participants aged 16+ are welcome.

Learn more about The Uptown Collective at dreamcenterharlem.org/uptowncollective.

THE UC CONVERSATION + MIXER:
THE INNER YOU: BUILDING SELF-CONFIDENCE AND CONFRONTING FEAR

MONDAY | JUNE 12
6 PM ET

These are trying times to be an artist. Often we feel it is difficult to navigate peace and quell fear in an industry that is ever changing. Join the collective for an in-person conversation as we talk about healthy ways to confront our fears, manage our expectations and trust our instincts while leaning into our craft.

Light food and refreshments will be served.

Learn more about The Uptown Collective at dreamcenterharlem.org/uptowncollective.

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THE UPTOWN COLLECTIVE COACHING
SELF TAPE LIKE A STAR

TUESDAY  |  JUNE 12
6:30PM ET

Join Renika Williams (‘Willow’ on HBO’s ‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’) in this hands on limited-space workshop where you will learn the techniques, tools and tips for creating flawless self-tapes.

Attendees will get the opportunity to practice and get real time feedback. Whether a novice or professional, this class is for you!

THE POWER OF STORYTELLING THROUGH SPOKEN WORD

THURSDAYS  |  JUNE 15, 22, 29
6PM ET
PERFORMANCE | JUNE 30
7PM ET

You will understand and be able to identify the elements of dynamic storytelling through spoken word poetry. Analyze and unpack the works of award-winning spoken word artists that engage audience members around passionate delivery and social justice oriented concepts.

Participants will listen, write, and share aloud their own stories through discussion prompts and designated reflection time that ultimately is designed to support a working draft of their own original spoken word poem.

Participants enrolled in the series will ultimately compete with their poems at The Dream Center Poetry Slam on June 30. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be awarded at the slam.

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YOUTH CREATIVE COLLECTIVE AFTER-SCHOOL ARTISTIC EXPRESSION WORKSHOP

NOW 3 DAYS A WEEK & FEATURING KIDS WITH CAMERAS AND READ IT & LEAVE IT!

TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS | 2:45 – 5:45PM ET
JAN 10 – JUN 22
AGE: 4 – 8 YEARS OLD

Everyone learns differently. This program is designed to meet each child where they are and help them grow in their creative abilities.

Every perspective is unique. Every voice is powerful. Everyone is welcome.

YCC provides classes that focus on:
• creative expression (letting kids imaginations soar)
• ensemble building (knowing and trusting themselves and each other as they build community)
• confidence and focus (believing they can do anything they imagine)
• mindfulness (self-soothing tips such as yoga and meditation for focus)

*NEWLY EXPANDED PROGRAM includes enrichment activities from literacy promotion program READ IT & LEAVE IT and photography teaching program KIDS WITH CAMERAS.

Program follow the New York City Department of Education school year calendar. There will be no sessions when school is closed.

Limited Space. This is not a walk in class. Parents must sign their child/children up for the entire session.

PARTNER PROGRAMS

STAY TUNED FOR NEW ONLINE PARTNER PROGRAMS & WORKSHOPS IN 2023!

CHECK BACK HERE FOR MORE UPCOMING PARTNER PROGRAMS IN 2023! 

CREATE NEW YORK:  Building Community through the Arts

Create New York (CNY) a multi-year partnership program between TDF and community centers engages three separate groups of adults from community centers, one in each New York City borough, and uses theatre and dance as a way to promote change in oneself, one’s neighborhood, and, ultimately, one’s city.

 

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