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Shaker Tape Chair

$136

with Carolyn Lowe

Calendar Sep 5, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Adult

Shaker Tape Chair woven with Shaker Tape. A couple of different colors of material will be offered. All materials and chair will be provided. 

9am - 3pm Saturday, September 5.

Will run

Gyrokinesis ® - Adult Fitness

$161

with Earlene Hopkins

Calendar Sep 9, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 11 weeks

Adult

Gyrokinesis® is an exercise system that moves the body through all three dimensions.  With the use of breath, students build coordination and flexibility to create a global sense of well-being.  Movements focus on the plasticity and the support of the spine to help the overall function of the muscles and organs.  Gyrokinesis® can be both dynamic and relaxing.  Each class of Gyrokinesis® will leave you feeling light and better aligned. Students need to come to class in comfortable clothing and a yoga mat.  Gyrokinesis® is performed barefoot or in sock feet.

5:30 - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2. No class on October 7 or November 25.

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Dance Discovery - Children's Dance

$166

with Earlene Hopkins

Calendar Sep 10, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 11 weeks

Ages: 6 - 8

Ages 6 - 8 (ages are flexible with instructor's permission)

Dance Discovery is an introductory course that provides children with a space to learn confidence through movement.  Students will experiment with improvisation, spatial awareness, and basic techniques of ballet and modern dance.  This course is designed to help the child explore expression in an organized movement class, equipping them for potential future dance classes.  

Students should come to class in a black leotard and black tights.  Students will dance barefoot.

4:30 pm - 5:15 pm, Thursdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3. No class on October 8 or November 26.

Modern Dance for Beginners

$166

with Earlene Hopkins

Calendar Sep 10, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 11 weeks

Ages: 9 - 11

Ages 9 - 11

Children of this age have better coordination and control of their limbs.  Class allows them to develop these skills in a more structured approach; students will begin to master rhythm and across-the-floor exercises.

Students should come to class in a black leotard and black tights.  Students will dance barefoot.

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Thursdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3. No class on October 8 or November 26.

Intermediate Drawing

$187

with Michelle O'Patick-Ollis

Calendar Sep 10, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Adult

Strengthen your drawing skills with this intermediate‑level class focused on gesture, visual measuring, shading, and creating depth. Working in graphite and charcoal, you’ll learn clear, step‑by‑step methods for building form and bringing objects to life. A great next step for anyone ready to grow beyond the basics.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Thursdays,September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 15, 22. No class October 8.

Straight Back Woven Chair

$136

with Carolyn Lowe

Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 9 am

Adult

We will be discussing the life and history of the straight back chair. Once you choose your chair we will talk about the material and tools that will be used. We will learn how to read and follow the pattern. Students will be given hands-on help from the instructor. 

This will be a six-hour class. The chair, materials, as well as the tools will be provided. 

9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Saturday, September 12.

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Beginner Copier Zines

$94

with Sage Perrott

Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 10 am

Ages: 15 - Adult

Learn how to make your own zine on the copier in this one day beginner workshop. Students will be shown zine-making fundamentals, including several copier friendly folds and basic design techniques to create a color zine in multiple. For those new to the medium, a zine is a self published piece of ephemera, typically in pamphlet or booklet form that can cover any number of topics and include a wide variety of imagery. All skill levels welcome.

10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 12.

Advanced Cyanotype

$128

with Kay Grogg

Calendar Sep 19, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 2 weeks

Grades 9 - Adult

Advanced Cyanotype will take you to the next level of this photo process. Students will further explore the wet method, make double exposures, bleach and tone prints using tea, and print on fabric. This two-session workshop will emphasize cyanotype techniques so the students can successfully create cyanotypes at home. Takes place in the Broyles Building.

Pre-requisite: Beginning Level Cyanotype Class or basic Cyanotype experience. Instruction is limited to new techniques so basic how-to is necessary to follow this action loaded class. 

11:00 am - 1:30 pm, Saturdays, September 19, 26.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 1 payment of $103.00, paid every two weeks.




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