FALL THEME:  Our theme for the year is “Lessons from Coppelia.” In October, we are focusing on FRIENDSHIP with “A friend loves at all times” (Proverbs 17:17). In November, we will focus on not conforming to the pattern of the world, but being transformed by the renewing of our minds by the Spirit (Romans 12:2).

CLASSES ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31: All classes at regular times EXCEPT:
IIB will join IIA from 4:00-4:55 upstairs
Grade ½ 5:00 CANCELED – email the ballet office interested in a makeup class

SICK POLICY: Although we place a high value on attendance, if your child is sick (has a fever or an obvious runny nose and/or cough) please keep them out of class until they are better – 24 hours fever-free & not contagious. Please notify ballet@perimeter.org of your child’s absence.

RECITAL FEES DUE:  Recital/Costume fees are due by December 1.  A late fee of $10 will be applied if payment is not received by December 10.  You may pay via check to Perimeter Ballet and drop off in the ballet office slot, via credit card authorization if you turned in a form to the office, or via online – just go to our homepage and click “Make a Payment” at the top right of the page (link will be active on November 1). Fees are as follows:

Creative Movement – Ballet I                   $90
IIA                                                                   $95                                                                                        
IIB/III                                                           $105
IV/V                                                              $145                                                                                                 

TUITION DUE FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER: Tuition is due the first week of December even though classes end on December 6!  Please do not combine with recital fees.

REMINDER: When waiting in hallways and area outside ballet office during classes, please keep noise down to a reasonable level, no running, and keep an eye on younger children especially before 5:00PM since church employees are still working. Please keep all areas neat and tidy as well!  Thank you!

CALENDAR NOTES:  When in doubt if we are having classes, check out the calendar on our website – www.perimeterballet.com/calendar. We will post any cancellations on the homepage when you enter our site.

NO classes the week of November 19-23 for Thanksgiving.
Behold the Lamb of God Company Production – Sunday, December 2, at 3:30 or 5:30PM – FREE!
Class Christmas Parties – December 3-6 during class time.
Christmas break begins Monday, December 10. 
Classes resume Monday, January 7.

CHRISTMAS DANCES & PARTIES – DECEMBER 3-6:                                                               
All the classes, with the exception of Ballet V, are working on special Nutcracker/Christmas dances to present to their families the week of December 3-6 during their regular class time.  Attendance in the weeks preceding is very important as classes are working on their dances!!! After the in-class performances, classes after 3:00 will meet outside the upstairs ballet studio for their Christmas party.  Classes before 3:00 will meet in the Uptown Auditorium.  Parties will conclude around the end of regular class time. A detailed email will be coming soon!

What to Bring to the Party:  We need one parent from each class to bring drinks (small water bottles or juice boxes work great).  If you’d like to be that parent for your class, please email ballet@perimeter.org ASAP.  ALL other moms should bring some type of snack/finger food for the girls and guests to enjoy...NO popcorn and NO nut-related foods please.

If your dancer is in II-A, II-B, III, IVA/B (>one class per week), their dance/party will be:

Ballet II-A (M/W)                 Wednesday, 12/5

Ballet II-A (M/TH)               Thursday, 12/6

Ballet II-B                               Wednesday, 12/5

Ballet III                                  Thursday, 12/6

Ballet IVA                                Tuesday, 12/4 at 5:45PM 

Ballet IVB                                Tuesday, 12/4 at 7:45PM
 

CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON WITH BEHOLD THE LAMB OF GOD! Join Perimeter Ballet’s performing company as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ! This moving one-hour journey from the prophets to the Promised One features contemporary dance, visual art, and drama set to the beautiful music of Andrew Peterson. Performances are Sunday, December 2, at 3:30 or 5:30PM in the Perimeter Church Sanctuary. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show times. FREE ADMISSION, so please spread the word and come enjoy!

CHRISTMAS EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES AT PERIMETER CHURCH:
(visit www.perimeter.org for details coming soon!)
Saturday, December 8:         Family Serve Day/Market @ 9:00am – Noon
Sunday, December 16:          Family Christmas Movie Night @ 4:00pm
Monday, December 24:        Christmas Eve Services @ 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 9:00pm
                                                  (Childcare offered @ 1:00, 3:00, 5:00pm)

PARENT MEETING FOR PERFORMING COMPANY AND COPPELIA CAST on Saturday, November 10, from 10:00-11:15AM in the Shed (in the Bricks close to the ballet office). Production fee of $125 for non-company cast members is due at the meeting – make all checks payable to Perimeter Ballet.

COPPELIA IS COMING! – Join us as Perimeter Ballet’s Company brings to life Coppelia, a charming tale of magic, mischief, misunderstanding, and love. You won’t want to miss the hilarious story of Dr. Coppelius and his magical doll as they teach Franz and the feisty heroine Swanilda that things are not always what they seem! This timeless comedy filled with lilting music and stunning costumes will delight all ages! Shows are: 7:00PM Thursday, January 31 / 7:30PM Friday, February 1 / 11:00AM Saturday, February 2.  And once again, we will be hosting a Doll Picnic following Saturday’s 11:00 performance – this includes lunch, a craft, and a chance to meet and take pictures with our company dancers in costume!  We will have our early bird ticket special November 1 – December 15 only, so get your discounted tickets early and give as Christmas presents – watch for an email coming soon with details! Tickets will be on sale at the Christmas class parties as well, so come prepared!

DONATIONS:  If you have outgrown ballet shoes, leotards or tights around your house, please consider donating them to us so they can be used as needed.

PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A FINANCIAL DONATION TO HELP SUPPORT US as the year comes to a close! Any amount is greatly appreciated. Check out our website under “Support” for details on why and how to give. All donations are tax-deductible!

LIKE US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:  Follow us on our Instagram and Facebook page “Perimeter Ballet.”  We have and will be posting photos of our events along with other current news and information.  Check it out and spread the word to your contacts!

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT PERIMETER CHURCH?  You are invited to attend Taste of Perimeter - a fun, low-key evening that provides your family with an easy way to investigate Perimeter Church!

Taste of Perimeter offers you a sample of how Perimeter works through children in our KidsQuest ministry, youth in The Bricks Student Center, and adults to prepare hearts of all ages to serve our community. Through the telling of the Perimeter Story by our lead teaching pastor, Randy Pope, you'll get a front-row seat in learning how Perimeter got its start. Our hope is that this first taste will whet your appetite to get connected at Perimeter through our Membership Class, where you'll learn a lot more about how and why we do what we do.

Sunday, October 28

5:00 - 7:30 PM

Fellowship Hall

All Attendees: Please bring two dishes: a main dish and either a vegetable or salad to share.
Drinks and dessert will be provided.

Register at: https://www.perimeter.org/page/visitors/visit-perimeter/taste-of-perimeter/