Staff Naomi Taussig Darryl Thomas Valerie Bergman Karen Wilson Sue Hulsether Penn Fix Greg Canote Jere Canote Cathie Whitesides Carolyn Hatch Molly Adolfae Kari Richards Mel Luedders Pat & Vickie Marron

Our goal during this week is to create a safe and caring community where families can interact in healthy, positive ways through participation in traditional arts. Our daily schedule includes three age-based workshops along with two all-community gatherings. At the end of the day, time is set aside for swimming, sailing, hiking, and just relaxing.

Darryl Thomas and Valerie Bergman It seems we just can't get enough of these two! Darryl and Valerie return to offer their eccletic and exacting dance offerings including hip hop, salsa, African and more. Darryl and Valerie are the principals of the Rainbow Dance Theatre. They have extensive professional experience in modern dance and ballet. Their theater is cutting edge, fusing contemporary dance with elements of traditional dance and pop. Most importantly, they are unbelievable teachers! Visit their website at www.rainbowdancetheatre.org.

Naomi Taussig
The vampire returns! Yes, Naomi is back with her unique selection of Israeli folk dances. She spent several years in Israel, where she received her certification at the prestigous Wingate Sports Institute. The ultimate teacher, Naomi will get you dancing in step in no time!

Sue Hulsether Sue returns to teach our children dances from the country dance tradition. These include squares, reels, contras, and party dances. Hailing from Wisconsin, Sue has a true knack for engaging kids of any age. She also loves to flat foot clog. See her webpage at http://arts.state.wi.us/static/tour-aie/dance6.htm.

Karen Wilson
Since Karen was last at Lady of the Lake, she has made quite a name for herself. She is now Dr. Wilson, with a well deserved PHD in African-American studies. In addition, she has developed a name in "show biz" singing in plays and night clubs and performing for NPR. We are so thrilled to have Karen back to teach us songs, including spirituals, blues and even hollars. Her storytelling is divine - weaving song, history, and culture into unforgetable stories. Born in Harlem, Karen now lives in Riverside, California. See a video of Karen performing on YouTube.

Greg and Jere Canote The heart and soul of Lady of the Lake return with their magic. Greg and Jere make our family gatherings a celebration of community and more. These identical twins from Seattle sing and play into your hearts. Goofy songs, leading our children to bed, hammering out old time music, playing swing tunes late at night, and even mastering card games - these two do it all at Lady of the Lake.

Molly Adolfae and Kari Richards
Oh boy! You guys are going to have so much fun with art this year. Molly Adolfae returns after eight years to offer art to our 7-9 year olds and 10-12 year olds. From Spokane, Molly embodied art for the first ten years of Family Week. Her all-camp projects are legendary! Kari Richards from Seattle will offer art to our 4-6 year olds and will keep them busy journaling and living life in another workshop.

Cathie Whitesides
A Lady of the Lake favorite, Cathie returns to play fiddle for many of our dance opportunities. Besides being a wonderful player, she is a great teacher. She will work with our adults and teens to help them learn more about playing. Cathie hails from Seattle where she plays for a variety of bands, including New England, Greek, and Irish.

Mel Luedders
Mel has worn many hats while on staff at Lady of the Lake. This year she will watch over our "wee little ones" - providing activities for the parent co-op and kids ages 3 and under. In addition, she will work with our 4-6 year olds. Mel lives in Spokane, where she heads up a young children's program.

Penn Fix
Founder of Lady of the Lake, Penn will offer his famous early morning contra class for adults and teens. They are always fun, even when you are half awake! Penn also is from Spokane where he has been calling dances for nearly 30 years!

Pat & Vickie Marron
Long time committee members of Lady of the Lake, this versatile duo will provide sound for our workshops as well as play some wonderful tunes. They hail from north Idaho and come out of the woods every so often to play hearty and heartfelt music.

Carolyn Hatch
Carolyn from Salt Spring Island, BC returns to offer violin tutorials to young and old. Bring your fiddle and she can get you going in no time.

Tentative Daily Schedule
Monday through Friday

8am	Breakfast
9:00	Workshop Session #1
10:00	Snack & Family Gathering
11:00	Workshop Session #2
12:15	Lunch
1:00	Rest and Extra Workshops
2:00	Workshop Session #3
3:00	Free Time and Swimming
6:00	Dinner
7:15	Family Gathering
8:30	Bed for 9 and under Community Dance 10 and older
9:30	Bed for 10 - 12 year olds Evening dance for teens & adults until 11 PM.

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For questions about this camp, please contact:
Penn Fix by email at contradancing@ladyofthelake.org or phone at (509) 838-2160.

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About the Camp

Family Week August 16 - 22, 2009 Registration Form