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        It was my first college acting class. With great hesitation, sweating hands and an1 heart, I walked into the classroom. I had spent my entire life2 public speaking. But now here I was,3not only to learn how to speak like someone on4， but to become them entirely. Theater classes are 5 at many high schools and universities in the US. “Theater kids” are quite a different bunch who always seemed able to 6  a room with their personalities.

        7 it was only a beginner­level course, my college class was filled with students who seemed a8  fit for acting. They were confident, fun and9.The professor, a stout (胖的) woman with a permanent smile and gentle behavior，10just as well. She 11us each with a handshake and welcoming eyes. The class was held in a circular room with  12 situated around the edges. This allowed everyone in the room to have a(n)13 of whatever performance or lecture was  14 in the center.

       After our first­day introductions，each week we 15in a series of activities designed to help us find our own inner 16. We sang songs, danced to music，and recited 17 from our favorite short stories.

         The18 was eye­opening. I learned that anyone has the19  to act, and many of us already do in our daily life. In the end, I'm not  20that I would consider myself an actor. But I don't think I ever had more fun in a college class.

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                                                                  Warley Woods Community (社区) Trust

    Welcome to our third news letter of the year!

    Our main activity for March is our Walk for the Woods fundraising events on Saturday, 17th March, starting any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. We will be walking the distance between Warley Woods and Tipperary. It is indeed a long way — 80 miles. The more people that you can get sponsor you, the more money we can raise to helplook after our beautiful woodland. More information is available at ourwebsite.

    The Sunday volunteers planted two beeches and an oak last week. This was thanks to the money from the Big Tree Plant and to Lisa and Gordon Whitiker, whose friends gave money forthe big trees instead of for their wedding presents. Thanks to everyone who took part.

    There were 15 volunteersat the Oral History Training Day which was led very ably by Julia Letts. The group will be meeting again and will start to interview the local people whohave offered to tell their stories. We are happy to hear from others who would like to be interviewed about their memories of the Woods for the project. If you or anyone you know is interested, please call Viv Cole at the office. This project is financed by Heritage Lottery Fund.

    There was a huge response to the Forest Schools activities held at half term. These will be held again during the Easter holidays on the following dates: 4th April from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for over 8s. On 12th April form 10 a.m. to 12 noon, there will be a Teddy Bears' Picnic for the under 8s. All these must be booked in advance.

    Finally, don't forget the Easter Egg Roll on Bank Holiday, 9th April, staring at 11 a.m. Bring your ownhard-boiled and decorated egg to roll down the hill in the woods. The firstpast the finishing line will win a large chocolate egg! This year, due to popular demand, there will also be an Adults' Easter Egg Roll following the children's competition.

    We look forward to seeing you all soon, at one of our many events.