Patch Picks: Get Smart! Classes for Adults

Express Yourself – Larry Gluck’s Mission: Renaissance offers fine art classes at the Encino Courtyard Shopping Center, 17401 Ventura Blvd Suite A-37. Learn the fundamental basics drawing and painting. To sign up, call 818-784-4007 or visit fineartclasses.com.

Swing, Sing, or Strut Your Stuff  – The summer classes are almost over, and the new fall schedule is now available. There's a great mix of classes being offered, including tennis, songwriting, belly dancing, yoga, modeling and tai chi. Check out dates, times and prices in the attached brochure. 

Put up a Fight – Tarzana Boxing & Fitness provides individuals of all ages and fitness levels with a new way to approach personal fitness. Their unique boxing working includes Cardio Boxing, Cardio Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts and Personal Training.

Dance Like Nobody’s Watching – Did you give up your childhood dreams of becoming a dancer? Or perhaps you felt too ungainly as a teen but have come into your graceful own as an adult. Either way, offers adult dance classes that will allow you to get in touch with your inner White Swan. Check the website for registration information and FAQ.

Become a Bookworm - The library is the heart of a true book worm's soul! Join thebook clubs and on Sept. 22 at 5:30 p.m., discuss "Child 44" by Tom Smith with fellow book lovers. Or, select and read a book about Presidents Ronald Reagan and/or George H.W. Bush and come prepared for a lively discussion on Sept. 28 at 4 p.m. with the Friends of the Library History & Politics Book Club.