Proposals
Introduction to The Theory of Relativity
Discuss the basic aspects of the theory. Experiment with a device (sometimes called Einstein’s toy) that illustrates the Equivalence Principle. Explore our own reactions to the extraordinary seemingly ridiculous (non-intuitive) claims of the theory. Disclaimer--I’m a well-read layman, not a theoretical physicist. To see the device (sometimes called Einstein’s toy) go to https://wayneposts.weebly.com/einsteins-toy.html
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Making Maple Syrup and Maple Candy
I will bring some simulated sap that has been boiled to nearly syrup. We will finish boiling it to syrup, using a hydrometer to determine when it is just the right density to be syrup. We will observe the increase in the boiling temperature as the density of the liquid increases. Then, we will continue boiling some of it until it is dense enough to make maple candy. We will have syrup and maple candy to sample and to share with others.
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Beginning Appalachian Clogging
I grew up dancing in Kentucky and I'm excited to share some of my childhood dance tradition with you all! In this workshop, folks will learn basic Appalachian Clogging steps (starting with learning how to make the shuffle clogging sound). We will start slow and progress at the speed that makes sense for the group. No prior dance experience necessary. If you like Appalachian folk music and want to learn how to incorporate some percussive dance into your life (whether that's while dancing, waiting in line, or just in your kitchen), come join us!Participants should bring some sort of leather or smooth bottomed, flat shoe to wear. Shoes like sneakers are designed to keep you from slipping so do NOT work well for clogging, where your foot needs to slide one the floor
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Intermediate waltz
Learn some intermediate waltz elements, and possibly experiment with liquid lead (https://youtu.be/OH0dK208MNk?t=790).This assumes you already feel comfortable with basic waltz or a similar partner dance (like frame, connection, foot work, and circulating on the floor).My waltz style is informed by contra and blues dance.
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Beginner waltz
Learn the basics of waltz: frame, connection, foot work, circulating on the floor, and a simple pattern.My waltz style is informed by contra and blues dance.
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Ignition
Centuries ago, refugees abandoned Earth in all directions as evidence mounted of a runaway greenhouse effect that would leave the planet uninhabitable. Two hundred years into their outbound voyage, our ancestors lost contact with all other humans when the long distance communication system of their starship failed. It's been three decades since that ship reached its destination, planet Gethen, and an initial outpost was established on the surface.
IGNITION is a short, six-ish-person, live-action game about the last survivers on an exoplanet outpost. It’s a story adaptation of Jason Morningstar's THE CLIMB (which I ran in 2018). These games are part of a movement of freeform role playing that has elements of improv story telling and uses props and sets to ease players into the kind of make believe we may have forgotten since we were children. Bring a headlamp. We’ll build pillow forts. If someone has a pair of walkie-talkies, please bring them!
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Calm During Crisis, Peace During Panic
Participants will learn self-energy regulation techniques including meditation, breathing, visualization, and mindfulness practices that help you get calm and remain calm during difficult times.Of note:No experience is necessary. Folks can just bring their bodies.Needs a minimum of 3 people, maximum of 20.Workshop participants are seated for the majority of the time.Not appropriate for people who have recently (6 months or less) experienced trauma or significant loss (death of a loved one, etc.) This workshop is also not a substitute for therapy or medical advice.
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Securing your Digital Life
Ever get spam messages from the email accounts of family or friends? Heard horror stories about other people posting as you on facebook? Do you have something specific you want to keep secure online? Learn how scammers and hackers log into other peoples' accounts, and make sure that those accounts aren't yours. Bring a smartphone and optionally a laptop if you want to set up new security policies on the spot, or come watch a demo and go home with a list of tools and instructions to use at home.
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Knitting with Confidence.
Do you know how to knit but find yourself stuck with a mistake or question and have to wait for a knitting friend or go to a yarn store to fix it? Maybe you found a pattern you love but you need to change one thing to make it work for you. We'll gain confidence in fixing mistakes, understanding your knitting and set you free to adapt and design changes!
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How to Make Things Up
Puns, terrible jokes, silly ideas for bad movie plots, stories about what you did on Friday night that are more exciting than "petted my dog for an hour and went to bed early," totally disgusting foods that you describe to your friends but which no one in their right mind would ever actually cook - These are the riduculous things which your imagination has the potential to create for your own - and others' - amusment. Come to this workshop to let your imagination run wild! We'll think about how to make your mind a sillier place, and practice being funny, ridiculous, and fantastical. We might also go deep, and have a conversation about the power of imagining, and some more serious (but not too serious) reasons you should get better at making things up.Note: This workshop is a little bit improve, a little bit bullsh*t, and a lot of fun! Please bring your laughing pants.NOTE NOTE: I would also be glad to hold this workshop as an outside-but-in-person workshop with a small group in the Burlington VT area, if anyone is interested!
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