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Art Workshops

Art Appetizers (age 16 & up)
Want to try something new without the commitment of supplies or time? Art Appetizers give you a taste of standard classes taught at Jordan Hall. Each meeting is built around a specific project using select media such as clay, watercolors or jewelry. All supplies included.

Cast Concrete Leaves
Cast concrete leaf shapes using real leaves. When hard and dry, paint them in bright or soft colors using acrylic paint. Make these popular garden features at a fraction of the cost.
Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt
Fees: $29(R) $38(N) (2 classes)
37350 Fri Sep 5-12 1- 3 p.m.

Chinese Bamboo Painting
Learn to paint bamboo as you explore the beauty of Chinese Brush painting.
Instructor: Alice Zhao
Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (1 class)
37359 Thu Sep 11 2-3:30 p.m.

Conte Crayon Drawing
Explore the drawing tool popular with the Impressionists.
Instructor: Paulette Tune
Fees: $28(R) $37(N) (1 class)
37345 Fri Nov 14 6:30- 9:30 p.m.

Felted Geodes
Form and wash colorful wool to create geode like designs that make beautiful ornaments.
Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt
Fees: $28(R) $37(N) (1 class)
37348 Sat Nov 22 1- 4 p.m.

Metal & Wire Jewelry
Explore basic jewelry techniques to create a project from beginning to end.
Instructor: Linda Simpson
Fees: $28(R) $37(N) (1 class)
37344 Fri Sep 12 6:30- 9:30 p.m.

Oil Pastels
Complete a drawing using vivid, easy to use, oil pastels.
Instructor: Paulette Tune
Fees: $34(R) $44(N) (1 class)
37351 Thu Nov 13 6:30- 9:30 p.m.

Painted Canvas Cloths
Using paint, stamps and masking tape, create a place mat incorporating Canvas Floor Cloth techniques.
Instructor: Virginia Adamsick
Fees: $28(R) $37(N) (1 class)
37346 Tue Nov 18 7- 9:30 p.m.

Palette Knife & Oils
Complete a painting in water soluble oils using a palette knife.
Instructor: Rocky Alexander
Fees: $36(R) $47(N) (1 class)
37355 Tue Nov 4 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Pastels
Understand why chalk pastels have been a favorite medium for
artists.
Instructor: Paulette Tune
Fees: $34(R) $44(N) (1 class)
37354 Mon Sep 15 6:30- 9:30 p.m.

Pen & Ink with Watercolor
Explore the combination of permanent pen drawings embellished with light watercolor washes.
Instrutctor: Donald Hamilton
Fees: $28(R) $37(N) (1 class)
37347 Tue Sep 9 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Transparent Acrylics
Using transparent painting medium, complete a painting full of rich, jewel-like tones.
Instructor: Paulette Tune
Fees: $34(R) $44(N) (1 class)
37353 Sat Oct 18 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Watercolor & Watercolor Pencils
Mix your media in a painting that you finish in one night.
Instructor: Paulette Tune
Fees: $34(R) $44(N) (1 class)
37352 Mon Oct 20 6:30- 9:30 p.m.

Watercolor on Gesso
Give your watercolor painting texture with an underpainting of gesso.
Instructor: Rocky Alexander
Fees: $42(R) $55(N) (1 class)
37356 Tue Dec 9 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Calligraphy

Chinese Calligraphy (age 16 & up)
Understand the beauty, order and expressive quality of Chinese writing and gain knowledge of the language though the investigation of calligraphic characters. Learn individual strokes as building blocks for simple to complex characters.
Instructor: Alice Zhao
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37375 Thu Sep 18-Oct 23 4-6 p.m.

Ceramics: General

Electric Kiln Basics Workshop (age 16 & up) NEW!
Are you thinking about buying an electric kiln or have one but are not sure how to use it? Learn the basics of electric kiln firing with a hands-on approach to loading greenware and glazeware, shelf care, troubleshooting, etc.
Instructor: Andi Dick
Fees: $20(R) $26(N) (1 class)
37275 Tue Sep 23 1-4 p.m.

Studio Renewal (age 15 & up)
Review what you’ve learned with the Studio Renewal Test and learn ways to avoid the pitfalls and keep current with new procedures and methods. To be eligible to use the ceramic arts studio, you must have completed an approved ceramic arts class within the past year at Jordan Hall Arts Center. Check with center staff for eligibility.
Instructor: Andi Dick
Fees: $15(R) $19(N) (1 class)
37279 Tue Sep 9 6-7 p.m.
37280 Wed Oct 22 5:30-6:30 p.m.
37281 Tue Dec 16 6-7 p.m.

Ceramics: Handbuilding Techniques

Form & Function: Slabbed and Extruded Workshops (age 16 & up)
These workshops focus on art that is functional. Utilizing the slab roller and the extruder, explore the creative possibilities of each project. Prerequisite required.
Instructor: Andi Dick
Fees: $24(R) $31(N) (1 class)
Casserole & Bowls
37283 Sat Sep 27 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Big Coil Pot Workshop (age 16 & up)
Ever wondered how to make the huge handbuilt pots seen in our studio? Now’s your chance to learn techniques and tips from the maker herself. Each pot will require 25-40 pounds of clay. Prerequisite required.
Instructor: Gina Owen
Fees: $54(R) $70(N) (4 classes)
37266 Tue Nov 18-Dec 9 7-9 p.m.37267 Mon Oct 6-Nov 3 1-3 p.m.

Folk Art Angels (age 16 & up)
No pottery experience is necessary to create charming guardian angels in the folk art style. These handbuilt angels, created from stoneware clay, are ideal as a tree ornament, décor accent or gift giving.
Instructor: Johanna New
Fees: $54(R) $70(N) (4 classes)
37265 Mon Nov 24-Dec 15 7:30- 9:30 p.m.

Pottery Handbuilding Techniques (age 16 and up)
Experiment with handbuilt pottery forms created from the slab roller and extruder (like a giant pasta machine). Explore embellishment and glazing techniques to create fantastic pottery pieces. This class is open to all levels of experience. To qualify for a studio membership pass, new students must attend the first class and the glaze class.
Instructor: Johanna New
Fees: $54(R) $70(N) (4 classes)
37277 Mon Oct 27-Nov 17 7:30- 9:30 p.m.

Ceramics: Special Firing Techniques

Raku: Pots Afire (age 16 & up)
Experience the ancient Japanese glaze firing method of Raku, a thrilling technique that results in soft, smoky to rich, lustrous surfaces. Learn what clays are most suitable for Raku; experiment with a variety of Raku glazes; learn the safest processes for this exciting glaze method; explore post firing techniques and finishing. Prerequisite: Pottery Foundation or Pottery Handbuilding Techniques.
Instructor: Andi Dick
Fees: $43(R) $55(N) (3 classes)
37287 Tue Oct 14-21 7:30- 9:30 p.m.; Tue Oct 28 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Raku Firing (age 16 & up)
Investigate Raku firing techniques to create unusual colors and surface effects. Clay must be purchased from the center at $1/lb. Prerequisite: Raku: Pots Afire taken at Jordan Hall Arts Center.
Instructor: Andi Dick
Fees: $15(R) $20(N) (1 class)
37285 Sat Oct 25 12-3:30 p.m.
37286 Sat Nov 22 12-3:30 p.m.

Ceramics: Wheel and Handbuilding

Pottery Foundations (age 16 & up)
New and experienced potters benefit from the individualized attention to learn and perfect pottery skills including wheel throwing, handbuilt attachments, handbuilt forms and decoration techniques. To qualify for a studio membership pass, new students must attend the first class and the glaze class.
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)

with Johanna New
37268 Mon Sep 8-Oct 13 7:30-9:30 p.m.
37272 Mon Nov 17-Dec 29 1-3 p.m.

with William Kasapidis
37269 Wed Oct 29-Dec 10 7:30-9:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 26)
37271 Wed Sep 17-Oct 22 7:30- 9:30 p.m.

with Brenda Taylor
37270 Fri Nov 7-Dec 19 7:30-9:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 28)

Tea Pots (age 16 & up)
Take a quiet moment out of your busy day to savor a hot cup of tea from a teapot that you crafted. For wheel work, one must be able to facilitate a well formed cylinder. Slab construction is a suitable option. Prerequisite required.
Instructor: Johanna New
Fees: $54(R) $70(N) (4 classes)
37278 Wed Oct 29-Nov 19 1-3 p.m.

Ceramics: Wheel Throwing

Pottery Wheel Work (age 16 & up)
Focus entirely on wheel throwing techniques including correct centering methods, trimming, and overall design to produce well formed, aesthetic pieces. Class size is limited to five. Practice time outside of class is necessary to develop wheel-work skills. Prerequisite required.
Instructor: Jennifer Siegel
Fees: $117(R) $147(N) (4 classes)
37273 Tue Oct 28-Nov 25 1-3 p.m.; (no class Nov 11)

Pottery Wheel Work II (age 16 & up) NEW!
Gain even greater confidence and skill with wheel throwing in this class devoted entirely to advanced throwing techniques. To be eligible for this class, you must be able to construct well-formed cylinders and bowls. Class size is limited to five. Practice time outside of class is necessary to develop wheelwork skills. Prerequisite: Pottery Wheel Work.
Instructor: Sherry Nicholson
Fees: $117(R) $147(N) (4 classes)
37274 Tue Sep 16-Oct 7 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Drawing

Drawing for Beginners (age 16 & up)
If you never believed that you could draw, then this is the class for you! Explore the basics of drawing using the most fundamental of tools - pencil and charcoal. Relax in a friendly, informal setting as you learn the beauty of rendering. Emphasis is on enjoyment with one-on-one instruction. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Chick Lockerman
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37242 Fri Sep 12-Oct 24 7:30- 9:30 p.m.; (no class Oct 10)

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain (age 16 & up)
Follow the right-brain development theory of Betty Edwards to help develop eye hand coordination and the art of seeing. From warm-up exercises to completed drawings, improve skills, knowledge, and drawing fundamentals. Concentrate on black and white studies using a variety of materials. If registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Ginny O’Neal
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37362 Thu Sep 18-Oct 23 7:30- 9:30 p.m.

Colored Pencil Techniques: Basics (age 16 & up)
Learn the basic techniques of underpainting and blending to enjoy this art medium that is growing in popularity, plus gain professional insider tips and tricks. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: James Sanders
Fees: $67(R) $88(N) (5 classes)
37338 Tue Oct 28-Dec 2 12:30-2:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 11)

Glass Art

Fused Glass, Beginning (age 16 & up)
Explore the art of fused glass. Learn to translate drawings into glass designs, the correct use of tools, preparing glass for firing, types of glass and terminology. Create small items such as coasters, jewelry and suncatchers. Due to kiln firing schedules, completed works are picked up at a later date. Glass must be purchased from the center for $.75/ounce.
Instructor: Paula MacLeod
Fees: $67(R) $88(N) (4 classes)
37249 Tue Sep 9-30 7:30-9:30 p.m.
37250 Tue Oct 14-Nov 4 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Fused Glass for Fun (age 16 & up)
Experience art in its most stress free way as you select colorful glass, lay out a design, and assemble pieces that become permanently fused when fired. Fused items can become pins, pendants, and suncatchers. Due to kiln firing schedules, completed works are picked up at a later date. Materials, including 4 ounces of glass, are provided. Additional glass may be purchased for $.75 per ounce. Prerequisite required.
Instructor: Paula MacLeod
Fees: $23(R) $30(N) (1 class)
37251 Mon Oct 13 7-9:30 p.m.
37252 Mon Nov 10 7-9:30 p.m.
37253 Tue Dec 2 7-9:30 p.m.

Fused Glass Ornaments (age 16 & up) NEW!
Create glass ornaments as you select colorful glass, lay out a design, and assemble pieces that become permanently fused when fired. Due to kiln firing schedules, completed works are picked up at a later date. Materials, including 4 ounces of glass, are provided. Additional glass may be purchased for $.75 per ounce. Prerequisite required.
Instructor: Paula MacLeod
Fees: $26(R) $34(N) (1 class)
37254 Mon Dec 1 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Stained Glass (Copper Foil Method) (age 16 & up)
Explore the secrets to creating vivid stained glass projects in the copper foil method originating with Tiffany glass. Learn to select, cut and assemble glass, transfer patterns, fit pieces, wrap and solder. Become familiar with the proper use of tools. The cost of tools and glass is based upon project size. Instructor will go over supplies needed at first class.
Instructor: Larry Stolzenberg
Fees: $91(R) $118(N) (6 classes)
37330 Mon Oct 6-Nov 17 7-9:15 p.m.; (no class Oct 27)

Jewelry & Metals

Jewelry for You (age 16 & up)
Twisted wire and metal shapes get you wired for spring as you explore easy to master techniques. Materials are included.
Instructor: Linda Simpson
Fees: $70(R) $91(N) (4 classes)
36966 Tue Oct 7-28 7-9 p.m.

Holiday Jewelry (age 16 & up) NEW!
You will make a necklace and earrings set to give or to wear for the holiday season. A variety of metals, wire and beads are used to create your own festive jewelry for the holidays.
Instructor: Linda Simpson
Fees: $13(R) $17(N) (1 class)
37382 Tue Dec 2 7-9:30 p.m.

Mosaics

The Art of Mosaics (age 16 & up)
Learn the art of mosaics from how to use scraps effectively to preparing your art for life in your home or garden. Create mosaics on the surfaces of garden pots. If registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Paula MacLeod
Fees: $44(R) $57(N) (2 classes)
37329 Mon Dec 8-15 7-10 p.m.

Painting: Acrylic

Acrylic Painting, Beginning (age 16 & up)
Investigate the exciting possibilities of acrylic paint. It is odorless and easy to clean up with water. It is versatile because it can be applied thin, as with watercolor, or thick, like oil paints. In this class, explore color mixing, paint application, composition and color placement while working toward a finished painting. If registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Shirley McIver
Fees: $84(R) $109(N) (5 classes)
37429 Mon Oct 27-Nov 24 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Acrylic Painting with Transparents (age 16 & up)
Explore a new method for using acrylics that gives your paintings a jewel-like tone. Layer colors with combinations of opaque and transparent acrylics to develop depth and richness. Learn all aspects of painting including color mixing, paint application, composition and color placement while working toward a finished painting. This course is suitable for all skill levels. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Paulette Tune
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37339 Wed Nov 5-Dec 17 7:30-9:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 26)

Painting: Oil

Oil Painting Basics (age 16 & up)
Investigate oils, a slow drying medium that is well suited for beginner painters. Explore the full scope of painting with this supple, adaptable medium including preparing canvas, mixing colors, preparing a glaze, working in layers and making corrections. Understand why this has long been the medium of choice for great painters. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Chick Lockerman
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37234 Wed Sep 17-Oct 22 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Oil Painting, Continuing (age 16 & up)
Now that you have the basics put them to use. Concentrate on still-life subjects as you explore the use of color and texture to complete paintings with unified elements and strong composition. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Chick Lockerman
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37235 Wed Nov 5-Dec 17 7:30-9:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 26)

Water Soluble Oils, Beginning (age 16 & up)
Do you love the beauty of oil paints but shy away from using solvents? Learn the properties and technique for water soluble oils. Explore the impressionistic quality of paintings created with a palette knife. Try oil paint that mixes with water but maintains the
vibrancy of oils with faster drying time and with minimum odor. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)

with Rocky Alexander
37232 Tue Sep 16-Oct 28 12:30-2:30 p.m.; (no class Oct 14)

with Connie Belton
37340 Thu Oct 30-Dec 11 7:30-9:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 27)

Water Soluble Oils, Continuing (age 16 & up)
Take water soluble painting to the next level. Using both brush and palette knife, create paintings that have the rich, luxurious quality of oils but thin, mix and clean up with water. Learn the secrets to why this medium is fast becoming the choice for oil painters. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Rocky Alexander
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37233 Tue Nov 4-Dec 16 12:30-2:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 11)

Painting: Watercolor

Chinese Brush Painting (age 16 & up)
the correct method to hold the brush, load and apply paint. Learn varieties and characteristics of rice paper for greater painting control. Explore basic brush strokes to work toward a
final painting. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Alice Zhao
Fees: $61(R) $79(N) (6 classes)
37374 Thu Sep 18-Oct 23 2-4 p.m.

Watercolor, Beginning (age 16 & up)
Learn watercolor techniques from the very beginning including how to prepare materials, mix colors, apply washes, and create light and shadow. From that solid start, explore special effects for a variety of subjects: landscapes, seascapes, nature, and still-life. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)

with Rocky Alexander
37210 Tue Sep 16-Oct 28 9:30-11:30 a.m.; (no class Oct 14)

with Jane Hanck
37211 Mon Sep 8-Oct 13 7:30-9:30 p.m.

with Jean Scholz
37212 Thu Nov 6-Dec 11 12:30-2:30 p.m.; (no class Nov 27)

More Watercolor (age 16 & up)
Now you can advance your watercolor skills in quick three-week courses that investigate specialized techniques used by the professionals. Each session, focuses on a different technique and/or subject so try them all. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Rocky Alexander
Fees: $50(R) $66(N) (3 classes)
Perspective and Design
37236 Tue Nov 18-Dec 2 9:30 a.m.-noon

Pen, Ink and Watercolor (age 16 & up
Draw landscapes, still-lifes and items of your choosing in simple pen and ink techniques then top them off with watercolor washes to create impressive drawings. This course is designed for beginners and those with drawing experience who are looking for something new. If registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.
Instructor: Donald Hamilton
Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)
37240 Tue Sep 16-Oct 21 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Pastels

Oil Pastel Basics (age 16 & up)

Oil pastel is an ideal art medium because it keeps well, has no fumes and isn’t messy. Clean up is quick and changes can be easily made. In this class you will experiment on different surfaces and add colored pencil for detail. Whether interested in realistic or abstract work, this is the medium for you. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)

37247 Wed Sep 24-Oct 29 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Teen Arts

Drawing & Painting

Teen Watercolor, Beginning (age 11-17)

Learn to prepare materials, mix colors, apply washes, and create light and shadow. Create special effects for a variety of subjects: landscapes, seascapes, nature, architecture, still-life and people. If registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.

Instructor: Rocky Alexander

Fees: $61(R) $79(N) (6 classes)

37245 Tue Sep 16-Oct 28 4:30-6 p.m.

Teen Drawing on the Right Side (age 12-17)

You can learn simple techniques that develop your drawing abilities. This course follows the right-brain development theory of Betty Edwards that helps develop eye hand coordination and the art of seeing. From warm-up exercises to completed drawings, this course will improve your skills, knowledge, and fundamentals of drawing as you concentrate on black and white studies using a variety of drawing materials. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.

Instructor: Ginny O’Neal

Fees: $61(R) $79(N) (6 classes)

37363 Thu Sep 18-Oct 23 5:45-7:15 p.m.

Teen Oil Pastels (age 11-16)

Investigate the flexibility of oil pastel as you experiment on different surfaces. Add colored pencil and push this vibrant medium to its fullest potential. Oil pastel keeps well, has no fumes and isn’t messy. Clean up is quick and changes can be made easily. Whether interested in realistic or abstract work, this is the medium for you. If you are registering on line, call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $61(R) $79(N) (6 classes)

37246 Wed Sep 24-Oct 29 5:30-7 p.m.

Acrylic Painting for Teens (age 12-16)

Investigate the exciting possibilities of acrylic paint. It is odorless and easy to clean up with water. It is versatile because it can be applied thin, as with watercolor, or thick, like oil paints. In this class, explore color mixing, paint application, composition and color placement while working toward a finished painting. If registering on line call (919) 469-4069 for a supply list.

Instructor: Shirley McIver

Fees: $50(R) $66(N) (5 classes)

37430 Mon Oct 27-Nov 24 5-6:30 p.m.

Glass & Jewelry

Teen Jewelry Workshop (age 11-15)

Hammer, saw, fold and twist metals and wire to create original jewelry. Most materials included.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $26(R) $34(N) (1 class)

36967 Fri Nov 14 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Ceramics

Kids at the Wheel I (age 10-14)

Learn all aspects of wheel thrown and handbuilt pottery from construction to decoration, working half the time on the wheel and half the time handbuilding and decorating thrown pieces. This class prepares you to use the ceramic studio during self-directed open studio time, available with parental approval. Tool kit provided.

Instructor: Johanna New

Fees: $92(R) $119(N) (6 classes)

37263 Mon Sep 8-Oct 13 5-7 p.m.

Kids at the Wheel I, Continuing (age 10-14)

Focus on refining handbuilding and on wheel throwing techniques including correct centering methods, trimming, and overall design to produce well-formed, aesthetic pieces. Prerequisite: Kids at the Wheel I. Materials: Materials are not included. Clay must be purchased from the center at $1/lb.

Instructor: Johanna New

Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)

37264 Mon Oct 27-Dec 1 5-7 p.m.

Teen Pottery Foundations (age 13-17)

Experiment with handbuilt and thrown pottery forms created from the wheel, slab roller, and extruder (like a giant pasta machine!). Explore embellishment and glazing techniques to create fantastic pottery pieces. This class is open to all levels of experience. Materials: Materials are not included. Clay must be purchased from the center at $1/lb.

Instructor: Brenda Taylor

Fees: $81(R) $105(N) (6 classes)

37276 Fri Sep 12-Oct 24 7:30-9:30 p.m.

(no class Oct 10)

Youth Arts

General Art

Programs are listed by age.

After School Special (age K5-11)

Make your after school time special when you explore all that is art. Each month investigate a different theme when you create art as individual as you are. You may bring a small snack to enjoy during the introductory material at the beginning of class. *Please note: For K5 programs children must be in Kindergarten to register.

Time to Flip, Flop and Drop! (age K5-11)

Spend your early release afternoon having fun. Watch your handcrafted car flip, flop and drop down a series of ramps that you design. Experiment with slop and angles to obtain the maximum performance.

Instructor: Jewel Kichak

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (2 classes)

36872 Thu Sep 18-25 4-5:30 p.m.

Mr. Bones! (age K5-11)

You will be pleased with your new friend Mr. bones, that you will construct using PVC pipe and recycled material.

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (2 classes)

36873 Thu Oct 16- 23 4-5:30 p.m.

Goofy Green Monster (age K5-8)

Come share a book about a green monster, then use lots of shapes to collage your own Goofy Green Monster.

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

36874 Thu Oct 30 4-5:30 p.m.

Bottle Buddies (age K5-11)

Create a figurative sculpture of an imaginary character with a bottle and a little paper mache. You may dress and embellish with a variety of art supplies.

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (2 classes)

36875 Thu Nov 6-13 4-5:30 p.m.

Setting the Turkeys Free (age K5-7)

You will share a book about turkeys and then transform your hand prints into a beautiful turkey with fun shiny things attached!

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

36876 Thu Nov 20 4-5 p.m.

A Waste-Not-Snowman (age K5-11)

Using a recycled condiment bottle and shredded paper, you will craft an adorable snow person for a winter decoration.

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

36877 Thu Dec 4 4-5:30 p.m.

Tree Treats (age K5-11)

Combine cinnamon and applesauce to make a fragrant dough. You will then use holiday cutter cookies to make treats that will look and smell great to hang on the tree.

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

36878 Thu Dec 11 4-5 p.m.

3-D Self Portrait (age K5-10)

Create a self portrait sculpture out of clay board, clay, wire, fabric and paint. Put your best face–and foot– forward!

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $25(R) $33(N) (2 classes)

36898 Mon Sep 8-15 4-6 p.m.

Bottle-Head Bottle Buddies (age K5-10)

Design and make your own bobble headed creature using recyclable bottles, paper mache, fabrics and paint. It will be mind-
“boggling”!

Fees: $25(R) $33(N) (2 classes)

36899 Mon Sep 29-Oct 6 4-6 p.m.

Wacky Workshop (age 7-12)

It’s construction time at the Wacky Workshop. Your assignment: use your imagination to its fullest. Your tools of the trade: just about anything including cans, cardboard, paper, paint and creativity. See you there. Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

Stunning Sculptures

37133 Fri Sep 5 6-8 p.m.

Arts Big Boom

37134 Fri Oct 3 6-8 p.m.

Collage Crazy

37135 Fri Nov 7 6-8 p.m.

Holiday Happenings

37136 Fri Dec 5 6-8 p.m.

Drawing and Painting

Programs are listed by age.

Art Adventures (age 5-7)

Build the fundamentals of art awareness and learn the “language” of art. Explore drawing, painting, collage and construction, designed around themes, to develop your imagination and observation skills. Experimentation with materials will be emphasized. Five year-olds who register for this program must be enrolled in or have completed Kindergarten.

Instructor: Virginia Adamsick

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

The Road to Rome

36738 Wed Sep 10-24 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Gawking Gargoyles

36739 Wed Oct 8-22 4:30-5:30 p.m.

A Knight in Britain

36740 Wed Nov 5-19 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Searching For Santa and Friends

36741 Wed Dec 3-17 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Drawing Dimensions (age 8-12)

Learn the principles of drawing (composition, perspective, value, color, etc.) and experiment with different media (pens, pencils, pastels, charcoal, etc.). Class themes are designed to develop both imagination and observation skills.

Instructor: Virginia Adamsick

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

Streets of Florence

36734 Tue Sep 9-23 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Sight of the Seine

36735 Tue Oct 7-21 5:45-6:45 p.m.

A Trip Down the Thames

36736 Tue Nov 4-25 5:45-6:45 p.m.

(no class Nov 11)

Drawing On St Nick

36737 Tue Dec 2-16 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Drawing Discoveries (age K5-7)

Learn the principles of drawing (composition, perspective, value, color, etc.) and experiment with different media (pens, pencils, pastels, charcoal, etc.). Class themes are designed to develop both imagination and observation skills. Five year-olds who register for this program must be enrolled in or have completed Kindergarten.

Instructor: Virginia Adamsick

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

Colors of Italy

36730 Tue Sep 9-23 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Look at the Lourve

36731 Tue Oct 7-21 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Kings and Queens

36732 Tue Nov 4-25 4:30-5:30 p.m.

(no class Nov 11)

Around the World With St Nick

36733 Tue Dec 2-16 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Watercolor Ways (age 8-12)

Examine the ways of watercolor including color mixing, washes, creating value, and painting techniques while exploring a variety of themes. Each three week session will cover a variety of watercolor techniques in addition to general art issues such as composition, rendering, balance and contrast.

Instructor: Virginia Adamsick

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

A Day with Monet

36742 Wed Sep 10-24 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Reflections on Versailles

36743 Wed Oct 8-22 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Tuscany Landscapes

36744 Wed Nov 5-19 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Winter Colors Are Cool

36745 Wed Dec 3-17 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Jewelry

Programs are listed by age.

The Jewelry Shop (age 8-10)

Make original jewelry from found objects, beads, bangles, ribbons, wire and more then, proudly wear your new art home. Each meeting date focuses on a different theme.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $13(R) $17(N) (1 class)

37111 Sat Sep 20 1-2:30 p.m.

37112 Tue Oct 21 5-6:30 p.m.

37113 Tue Dec 9 5-6:30 p.m.

Ceramic

Programs are listed by age.

Holiday Gifts (age 8-12)

Make your list, “check it twice” and make holiday gifts for friends and family... “naughty or nice”.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37328 Wed Nov 19-Dec 10 6-7 p.m.

(no class Nov 26)

Pinch, Coil and Sculpt (age K5-7)

Roll, poke and mold clay to create fun, original clay projects.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37296 Wed Sep 3-17 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Haunted Halloween Houses (age K5-7)

Where do monsters live? Make you own clay haunted house.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37297 Wed Oct 1-15 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Bountiful Bowls (age K5-7)

Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for our bounty. Let’s make clay bowls to serve our favorite food in or give as a gift.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37298 Wed Oct 29-Nov 12 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Holiday Gifts (age K5-7)

Make your list, “check it twice” and make holiday gifts for friends and family... “naughty or nice”.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37299 Wed Nov 19-Dec 10 4:30-5:30 p.m.

(no class Nov 26)

Make Silly Clay Faces (age K5-9)

Create masks of clay while exploring your interpretation of the face from the realistic to the ridiculous.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37312 Sat Sep 6-13 11 a.m.-noon

Pumpkin Party (age K5-9)

Decorate with clay pumpkin faces we can light up with votive
candles.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37313 Sat Oct 4-18 11 a.m.-noon

Holiday Cheer! (age K5-9)

Holiday cheer is here as we make holiday clay treasures for gifts or decorations.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37314 Sat Dec 6-13 11 a.m.-noon

Do Turkeys Fly? (age K5-9)

Make clay turkeys with flare for centerpieces or candleholders.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37315 Sat Nov 1-8 11 a.m.-noon

Twilight Clay (age 6-10)

Create and decorate handbuilt functional or decorative clay pieces in the twilight of the day.

Instructor: Brenda Taylor

Fees: $37(R) $48(N) (3 classes)

Mr. Green Genes

Why is that green? Is it painted or just made that way? Dragons, frogs, and turtles, I say... if it’s green, we can make it with clay!

37255 Fri Sep 5-19 5:30-7 p.m.

Home Sweet Home

Home is a safe place, it keeps me warm. It’s where I can hide and be safe from harm. Animals feel the same way. Let’s help them by making clay homes where they can stay!

37256 Fri Sep 26-Oct 17 5:30-7 p.m.

(no class Oct 10)

What a Way with Clay!

Use slump molds, hump molds and texture pads to create wonderful pieces of pottery.

37257 Fri Oct 24-Nov 7 5:30-7 p.m.

Happy Holidays

Christmas, Kwaanza and Hannukah are holidays that we’ve all heard of and they are significant to many different people. Let’s find out what they mean by making special treasures that are important to each.

37258 Fri Nov 21-Dec 12 5:30-7 p.m.

(no class Nov 28)

Coil, Pinch and Sculpt (age 8-12)

Use these pottery techniques to create fun, original clay projects.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37325 Wed Sep 3-17 6-7 p.m.

Halloween Haunts (age 8-12)

Do monsters live here? Make scary clay haunted houses.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37326 Wed Oct 1-15 6-7 p.m.

Bountiful Bowls (age 8-12)

Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for our bounty. Let’s make clay bowls to serve our favorite food in or give as a gift.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

37327 Wed Oct 29-Nov 12 6-7 p.m.

Family Weekday

Make It in Clay (age 10 & up w/parent) NEW!

Learn clay handbuilding techniques while you and your child complete projects you will both cherish.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (2 classes)

37322 Tue Sep 23-30 5:30-7 p.m.

37324 Tue Nov 18-25 5:30-7 p.m.

Metal Makers (age 10 & up w/parent) NEW!

Using sheet metal each parent and child will make small hanging or sitting abstract sculptures. We will get our inspiration from the sculptors Alexander Calder and Jeff Koons.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $28(R) $37(N) (1 class)

37341 Fri Sep 26 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Saturday
Programs

Weekend Workshops

Programs are listed chronologically.

Native American Sand Painting (age 6-10)

The Navajo still paint with sand. Using sand from the beach and some spoons you can make sand art as bright as the moon.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37009 Sat Sep 6 1-2:30 p.m.

Beetle Mania (age K5-8) NEW

Kids mold and decorate their own refrigerator magnet beetles in plaster. All they need is love.

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37152 Sat Sep 6 10:30 a.m.-noon

Eco-Art Bags (age 6-10) NEW

You can say “I made it myself!” when you tote your own stylish, one of a kind canvas shopping bag. Use fabric and fabric paints, buttons and beads to create a unique design. Just say no to plastic!

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

37143 Sat Sep 13 1-3 p.m.

Fall Watercolor Memories (age 6-10)

Investigate the art of watercolor to create a beautiful painting of a special autumn memory.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37364 Sat Sep 13 10:30 a.m.-noon

My Pet Dinosaur (age K5-8)

Dream up a dinosaur in colorful model magic clay.

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37150 Sat Sep 20 9:30-11 a.m.

Sunflowers (age 6-10)

After looking at artist’s who drew sunflowers (Van Gogh, Rivera) students will paint their own sunflower to brighten their autumn days.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37115 Sat Sep 20 1-2:30 p.m.

3-D Self Portrait (age 6-10)

Create a self-portrait sculpture out of cardboard, clay, wire, fabric and paint. Put your best face--and foot--forward!

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $32(R) $38(N) (2 classes)

37379 Sat Sep 27-Oct 4 1-3 p.m.

Warhol Shirts (age 8-12) NEW

Make your own printing blocks and in Andy Warhol’s style decorate your T-shirt with colorful original designs. What fun to wear!

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $32(R) $38(N) (2 classes)

37381 Sat Sep 20-27 10 a.m.-noon

Cinderella’s Coach (age K5-8)

Decorate a small pumpkin and put it on wheels. Will you make a roadster? Cinderella’s coach? Something so wild we’ve never seen one before? The choice is yours.

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37109 Sat Oct 4 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Book of the Dead (age 6-10)

The Egyptian Book of the Dead provided instructions for a mythical journey from this world to the afterlife. Students will create their own book using colored pencils and scroll shaped paper.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37386 Sat Oct 4 10:30 a.m.-noon

Golden Gallery (age K5-10)

Red, orange, yellow, maroon and rust give trees a toasty, autumn glow. Using a palette of fall colors, create an acrylic painting and learn color mixing.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37383 Sat Oct 18 10:30 a.m.-noon

Beaded Dangles (age 8-14)

Design and make your own earrings using wire techniques and colorful beads.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (1 class)

37361 Sat Oct 18 1-3:30 p.m.

Bobble-Head Bottle Buddies (age 6-10)

Design and make your own bobble headed creature using recycled bottles, paper mache, fabric and paint. It will be “mind-boggling”!

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $32(R) $38(N) (2 classes)

37380 Sat Oct 18-25 1-3 p.m.

Haunted Houses (age 6-10)

The ghost crawl in, the ghost crawl out of the haunted house you make for Halloween. Using a variety of art materials we will create creepy houses and creatures that live there.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37146 Sat Oct 25 10 a.m.-noon

Fantasy Faces: Gargoyles (age 6-10)

Gargoyles are medieval faces of stone. At the top of old buildings and towers they roam. Create one of these 3-D sky creatures. Make your own myth!

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37372 Sat Oct 25 10:30 a.m.-noon

Autumn Alive (age 8-12)

Draw an autumn still-life with watercolor paint in bright vivid colors that is sure to bring your artwork to life.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37373 Sat Nov 1 1-2:30 p.m.

Make a Wish Turkey (K5-9) NEW

You will build this turkey table topper and then create your own wishbone–good for one wish!

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37147 Sat Nov 8 1-2:30 p.m.

Pencil, Pen & Brush (age 8-12)

Do you like to draw? Do you want to make your drawings look more real? Explore a variety of drawing techniques using pencils, pens and brushes.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $11(R) $13(N) (1 class)

37385 Sat Nov 8 10:30 a.m.-noon

Turkey Centerpieces (age 6-10)

Center your Thanksgiving holiday on giving. You will make colorful turkey coin banks that double as table decorations. This is a fun way to encourage saving for your favorite charity.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37145 Sat Nov 15 10-11:30 a.m.

Fabulous Felted Geodes (age 6-10)

Discover the magic of handmade felt when you create beautiful, mysterious geodes to create that warm fuzzy feeling of fall.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37368 Sat Nov 15 1-2:30 p.m.

Magic Squares (age 6-10) NEW

You will look at the paintings of Paul Klee and then create your work that will reflect the repetition of color, pattern and shapes. Paint your own magic squares!

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37148 Sat Nov 22 1-2:30 p.m.

Ornamental Angels (age 6-10)

Your family will love these angel ornaments made with paper, paint, clay, fabric and beads. Each one is uniquely you!

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

37144 Sat Dec 6 1-3 p.m.

Holiday Haze (age 8-12) NEW

Using bobbles, beads, trinkets and trash make your holiday festive with decorations for your house or tree.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

37370 Sat Dec 6 1-3 p.m.

North Pole Christmas (age K5-10)

Design a winter landscape with chalk pastels to create Santa’s magic land.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37369 Sat Dec 13 10:30 a.m.-noon

Holiday Wrap-Up (age 6-10) NEW

Create elegant gift boxes and bags to wrap up the holiday gifts you give.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

37367 Sat Dec 13 1-3 p.m.

Gifts for Mom (age 8-12) NEW

Make that special gift for Mom for the holidays!

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

37371 Sat Dec 13 1-3 p.m.

Snoozing Santa Pillow (age 6-9) NEW

Make a Santa pillow that you can use to dream of sugar plums on Christmas morning.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37149 Sat Dec 20 1-2:30 p.m.

Trimming Time (age K5-9)

Create your own miniature table top tree with all the trimming to decorate your room for the holiday season.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

37392 Sat Dec 20 10:30 a.m.-noon

Weekend Series Workshops

Sign up for some of all in a series – your choice.

Programs are listed by age.

Design Dynamics (age 9-13)

Spend a dynamic day exploring the many aspects of design. Each day explore a different design element.

Instructor: Paulette Tune

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (1 class)

Line Up: Drawing

37387 Sat Oct 4 1-3 p.m.

Color Compliments: Painting

37388 Sat Nov 8 1-3 p.m.

Prints Charming: Printmaking

37389 Sat Dec 13 1-3 p.m.

Preschool Arts

Preschool Family Weekday

Programs are listed by age.

Art Beginnings (age 14M-30M w/parent)

Create a strong foundation for learning including problem solving, vocabulary enhancement, media experimentation and all out fun when you and your child enjoy art play for the very young. Experience materials and techniques that develop creative interaction between you and your toddler.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $14(R) $18(N) (3 classes)

One, Two, Buckle My Shoe

36879 Mon Sep 8-22 9:15-9:45 a.m.

36880 Mon Sep 8-22 10-10:30 a.m.

36881 Mon Sep 8-22 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Fall Colors

36882 Mon Sep 29-Oct 13 9:15-9:45 a.m.

36883 Mon Sep 29-Oct 13 10-10:30 a.m.

36884 Mon Sep 29-Oct 13 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Noisemakers

36886 Mon Oct 20-Nov 3 9:15- 9:45 a.m.

36885 Mon Oct 20-Nov 3 10-10:30 a.m.

36888 Mon Oct 20-Nov 3 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Down on the Farm

36889 Mon Nov 10-24 9:15- 9:45 a.m.

36887 Mon Nov 10-24 10-10:30 a.m.

36890 Mon Nov 10-24 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Glitter Time

36891 Mon Dec 1-15 9:15-9:45 a.m.

36892 Mon Dec 1-15 10-10:30 a.m.

36893 Mon Dec 1-15 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Art Express (age 2-5 w/parent)

All aboard for family fun! A variety of art projects designed to encourage cooperative play and skill-building are designed around special themes.

Instructor: Jewel Kichak

Fees: $27(R) $35(N) (3 classes)

Pet Parade

36969 Wed Sep 3-17 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36970 Wed Sep 3-17 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36971 Thu Sep 4-18 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36972 Thu Sep 4-18 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36973 Thu Sep 4-18 12:30- 1:30 p.m.

36974 Fri Sep 5-19 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36975 Fri Sep 5-19 10:45-11:45 a.m.

Not-So-Creepy-Crawlies

36976 Wed Sep 24-Oct 8 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36977 Wed Sep 24-Oct 8 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36978 Thu Sep 25-Oct 9 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36979 Thu Sep 25-Oct 9 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36996 Thu Sep 25-Oct 9 12:30- 1:30 p.m.

36981 Fri Sep 26-Oct 10 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36982 Fri Sep 26-Oct 10 10:45-11:45 a.m.

Goofy Goblins

36983 Wed Oct 15-29 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36984 Wed Oct 15-29 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36985 Thu Oct 16-30 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36986 Thu Oct 16-30 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36980 Thu Oct 16-30 12:30- 1:30 p.m.

36987 Fri Oct 17-31 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36988 Fri Oct 17-31 10:45-11:45 a.m.

Turkey Tales

36989 Wed Nov 5-19 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36990 Wed Nov 5-19 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36991 Thu Nov 6-20 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36992 Thu Nov 6-20 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36993 Thu Nov 6-20 12:30- 1:30 p.m.

36994 Fri Nov 7-21 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36995 Fri Nov 7-21 10:45-11:45 a.m.

St Nick Knacks

36997 Wed Dec 3-17 9:30-10:30 a.m.

36998 Wed Dec 3-17 10:45-11:45 a.m.

36999 Thu Dec 4-18 9:30-10:30 a.m.

37000 Thu Dec 4-18 10:45-11:45 a.m.

37001 Thu Dec 4-18 12:30- 1:30 p.m.

37002 Fri Dec 5-19 9:30-10:30 a.m.

37003 Fri Dec 5-19 10:45-11:45 a.m.

Miss Key’s Treasure Time (age 2-5 w/parent)

Make art a special time with you and your preschooler – a time that you will treasure for years to come. You and your child explore the world around you as your child develops skills and creates age appropriate art projects designed around special themes.

Instructor: Jewel Kichak

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

Playful Pet

36712 Mon Sep 22 5-6 p.m.

36713 Mon Sep 22 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Crawley Critter Surprise

36714 Mon Oct 13 5-6 p.m.

36715 Mon Oct 13 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Turkey Time

36716 Mon Nov 3 5-6 p.m.

36717 Mon Nov 3 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Santa Star

36718 Mon Dec 1 5-6 p.m.

36719 Mon Dec 1 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Preschool Family Clay Weekday

Clay for Us (age 2-4 w/parent)

You and your child work together as you create and decorate handbuilt functional or decorative clay pieces.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

Shapes in Clay

37288 Tue Sep 2-16 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Halloween Hoots

37289 Tue Sep 30-Oct 14 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Turkey Doodle Doo!

37290 Tue Oct 21-Nov 4 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Holiday Decorations

37291 Tue Nov 18-Dec 9 9:30-10:30 a.m.

(no class Nov 25)

Preschool Weekday

Programs are listed by age.

Art Explorers (age 3-5)

Famous artists were kids once, too. From clay to paint, paper to wood, we’ll experiment and play to create our own great art.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $37(R) $48(N) (3 classes)

Space Explorers

36784 Thu Sep 11-25 10-11:30 a.m.

Games Galore

36785 Thu Oct 2-16 10-11:30 a.m.

Color, Cut, Collage

36786 Thu Oct 23-Nov 6 10-11:30 a.m.

All that Glitters

36787 Thu Dec 4-18 10-11:30 a.m.

Art Start (age 3-5)

Art lessons start with Miss Linda as she takes you on an exploration of art materials and techniques from paper crafts to simple constructions. Look at art through the ages and the world around you as you explore ways to make art. Then with the help of Miss Linda, create wonderful art pieces to take home. It’s time to get ready, get set, get Art!

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (2 classes)

Fall Frolics

36722 Fri Sep 12-19 1-2:30 p.m.

Picasso Pumpkins

36723 Fri Oct 17-24 1-2:30 p.m.

Turkeys and Tom Toms

36724 Fri Nov 14-21 1-2:30 p.m.

Festive Fun

36725 Fri Dec 12-19 1-2:30 p.m.

Author! Author! (age 3-5)

Delight in the stories and art of your favorite authors. Listen to these enchanting tales, then create your own artwork to remember the stories you love to hear.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $37(R) $48(N) (3 classes)

Dora and Diego

36788 Wed Sep 10-24 9:30-11 a.m.

Fancy Nancy

36789 Wed Oct 1-15 9:30-11 a.m.

Skippy Jon Jones

36790 Wed Oct 22-Nov 5 9:30-11 a.m.

Thomas the Tank

36791 Wed Nov 12-26 9:30-11 a.m.

(no class Nov 26)

Holiday Tales

36792 Wed Dec 10-17 9:30-11 a.m.

Fees: $25) $33(N)

(This class meets twice, Dec 10-17)

Eureka! (age 4-5)

Using a combination of science and art, explore the power and properties of the world around us. Investigate, then, create your own marvelous art works that use those properties. Eureka! It’s fun!

Instructor: Jewel Kichak

Fees: $24(R) $28(N) (2 classes)

Simple Machines

36692 Wed Sep 3-10 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36697 Thu Sep 4-11 2-3:30 p.m.

Trees and Leaves

36693 Wed Sep 24-Oct 1 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36698 Thu Sep 25-Oct 2 2-3:30 p.m.

Good Vibrations

36694 Wed Oct 15-22 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36699 Thu Oct 16-23 2-3:30 p.m.

Balancing Act

36695 Wed Nov 5-12 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36700 Thu Nov 6-13 2-3:30 p.m.

Mix It Up!

36696 Wed Dec 3-10 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36701 Thu Dec 4-11 2-3:30 p.m.

Fairytales & Fables (age 3-5)

Once upon a time, in an art center just down the street, little children were creating fabulous works of art about their favorite fairytales. Join us in the ‘happily ever after’ fun!

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $37(R) $48(N) (3 classes)

Mulan

36822 Tue Sep 9-23 10-11:30 a.m.

36818 Thu Sep 11-25 1-2:30 p.m.

Cinderella

36823 Tue Oct 7-21 10-11:30 a.m.

36819 Thu Oct 9-23 1-2:30 p.m.

Pocahontas

36820 Tue Nov 4-25 10-11:30 a.m.

(no class Nov 11)

36826 Thu Nov 6-20 1-2:30 p.m.

(no class Nov 11)

Princes and Princesses

36827 Tue Dec 2-16 10-11:30 a.m.

36821 Thu Dec 4-18 1-2:30 p.m.

Kinder Art (age 3-4)

Cut, paste, paint, glue, listen, laugh, create! Through multimedia art, stories, and music, explore special themes designed just for you. Enhance imagination, develop vocabulary, advance social interaction and build skills. Participants must be fully potty trained.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $37(R) $48(N) (3 classes)

Dinosaur Days

36779 Mon Sep 8-22 1-2:30 p.m.

Jungle Safari

36780 Mon Sep 29-Oct 13 1-2:30 p.m.

Creepy, Crawly Critters

36781 Mon Oct 20-Nov 3 1-2:30 p.m.

Steam Train Journey

36782 Mon Nov 10-24 1-2:30 p.m.

Holiday Happenings

36783 Mon Dec 1-15 1-2:30 p.m.

Kinder Creations (age 4-5)

Cut, paste, paint, glue, listen, laugh, create! Through multimedia art, stories, and music, explore special themes designed just for you. Enhance imagination, develop vocabulary, advance social interaction and build skills. Participants must be fully potty trained.

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $37(R) $48(N) (3 classes)

Cars, Trains, Boats and Planes

36811 Tue Sep 9-23 1-2:30 p.m.

Charlie Brown

36812 Tue Oct 7-21 1-2:30 p.m.

Ten Little Indians

36813 Tue Nov 4-25 1-2:30 p.m.

(no class Nov 11)

Once Upon An Iceberg

36814 Tue Dec 2-16 1-2:30 p.m.

Wonder Works (age 4-5)

Do you ever wonder how it works? Join Miss Key for a wonderful day of exploration, creating, laughing, and learning. She has planned special projects just for you!

Instructor: Jewel Kichak

Fees: $12(R) $16(N) (1 class)

Pet Pal

36702 Wed Sep 17 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36707 Thu Sep 18 2-3:30 p.m.

Snuggly Snail

36703 Wed Oct 8 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36708 Thu Oct 9 2-3:30 p.m.

Set the Turkeys Free

36704 Wed Nov 19 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36710 Wed Nov 26 2-3:30 p.m.

Spooky Fun

36705 Wed Oct 29 12:45-2:15 p.m.

36709 Thu Oct 30 2-3:30 p.m.

St Nick Notion

36711 Thu Dec 18 2-3:30 p.m.

36706 Wed Dec 17 12:45-2:15 p.m.

Preschool Clay Weekday

Clay Play (age 4-5)

Mush and push, roll and cut, glaze and paint when you create handbuilt clay pieces for home and gifts.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $25(R) $32(N) (3 classes)

Shapes in Clay

37292 Tue Sep 2-16 11 a.m.-noon

Halloween Hoots

37293 Tue Sep 30-Oct 14 11 a.m.-noon

Turkey Doodle Doo!

37294 Tue Oct 21-Nov 4 11 a.m.-noon

Holiday Decorations

37295 Tue Nov 18-Dec 9 11 a.m.-noon

(no class Nov 25)

Preschool Family Weekend

Grandparent’s Day Surprise (age 3-5 w/parent)

Surprise your grandma or grandpa with a hand made gift for their special day. Sh-h-h-h! Don’t tell what it is because that will spoil the surprise.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37008 Sat Sep 6 11 a.m.-noon

Harvest Moon (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent work together on a bounty of projects that celebrate Indian summer under the smile of the harvest moon.

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37365 Sat Sep 20 11 a.m.-noon

T is for Teddy (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent design and make a handsome T-shirt for your favorite teddy bear or other cuddly friend. Bring your favorite stuffed friend along to watch.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37137 Sat Sep 27 11 a.m.-noon

Cinderella Tales (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent create a fun pumpkin coach on wheels to celebrate the magical fairytale. Will the pumpkin turn into a coach?

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37110 Sat Oct 4 11 a.m.-noon

Smiling Scarecrows (age 3-5/w parent)

You and your parent make a happy scarecrow too stand guard in your garden.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37138 Sat Oct 25 11 a.m.-noon

Happy Jack (age 3-5 w/parent)

Scare up some fun with these ghostly jack-o-lanterns. You and your parent will have a spook-tacular time.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37141 Sat Oct 25 1-2 p.m.

Shooting Star (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent can image yourself in outer space when you create this shimmering shooting star to hang from your ceiling.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37391 Sat Nov 1 11 a.m.-noon

Got Turkey on My Shirt (age 3-5 w/parent)

These wild and whimsical turkey pins have been known to make even the grumpiest people smile and they make happy people smile even bigger. You and your parent will create a turkey pin to create smiles for all.

Instructor: Kim Marchesseault

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37139 Sat Nov 8 11 a.m.-noon

Quirky Turkey (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent will create a quirky little turkey from a variety of materials to make a striking display for your home.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37384 Sat Nov 15 1-2 p.m.

Bountiful Place Mats (3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent using fresh fruits and vegetables, stamp patterns onto fabric to make a pair of place mats that will reflect the bounty of your Thanksgiving table.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37140 Sat Nov 22 11 a.m.-noon

Keepsake Angels (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent make a sparkling keepsake angle to hang on your Christmas tree.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37142 Sat Dec 6 11 a.m.-noon

Snoozing Santa (age 3-5 w/parent)

You and your parent make a Santa pillow so you can dream of sugar plums on Christmas morning.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37366 Sat Dec 20 11 a.m.-noon

Angels Aglitter (age 3-5 w/parent)

Using a variety of materials, you and your parent craft sparkling angels reflecting the glitter and glow of the season.

Instructor: Kim Atkins

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

37393 Sat Dec 20 1-2 p.m.

Saturday Express (age 2-5 w/parent)

All aboard for Saturday of family fun! A variety of art projects designed to encourage cooperative play and skill-building are designed around special themes.

Instructor: Lisa Honeycutt

Fees: $8(R) $11(N) (1 class)

Fall Fellows

37105 Sat Sep 13 11 a.m.-noon

Pumpkin Patch

37106 Sat Oct 18 11 a.m.-noon

Terrific Turkeys

37107 Sat Nov 15 11 a.m.-noon

It’s Ornamental

37108 Sat Dec 13 11 a.m.-noon

Preschool Family Clay Weekend

Clay Faces (age 3-5 w/parent)

Let’s face it. There is nothing more fun then working with clay. Create a clay facemask in this class that is all about faces.

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37308 Sat Sep 6-13 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Pumpkin Party (age 3-5 w/parent)

Making faces in clay –— make happy pumpkins, scary monsters or spooky ghosts to hang on your door at Halloween!

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37309 Sat Oct 4-18 9:30-10:30 a.m.

(no class Oct 10)

When Turkeys Fly! (age 3-5 w/parent)

Make clay turkeys with flare for centerpieces or candle-
holders.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37311 Sat Nov 1-8 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Happy Holidays! (age 3-5 w/parent)

Clay ornaments — bells, trees, snowmen, angels, etc. Spread the cheer.

Instructor: Linda Simpson

Fees: $16(R) $21(N) (2 classes)

37310 Sat Dec 6-13 9:30-10:30 a.m.