Think roasting coffee at home is tough? Think again! In this class, you will turn green beans into aromatic masterpieces using accessible roasting materials and supplies. Roasting your own coffee is also a sneaky way to save money, cutting your coffee budget by more than half. And fresh coffee from just-roasted beans is a game-changer– it’s…

Inkle loom weaving is a wonderful and meditative way to start weaving, and is more accessible than you might think! Practiced by numerous cultures for more than 4 centuries, this type of weaving creates long, narrow bands that are versatile and useful. There are many types of textiles that can be created on an Inkle…

This two‑hour workshop blends watercolor color theory with mindful, technique‑based sky painting. Students begin with a short grounding practice to settle attention and tune into sensory details—temperature, breath, and the subtle shifts of color on the palette. From this centered place, we explore how pigments behave—tinting strength, opacity, granulation, and temperature—and how those qualities shape…

An essential skill of bluegrass music is the ability to take part in informal playing situations, also known as a “jam session.” Participants arrange themselves in a circle, choose a song from a common repertoire, sing, accompany each other, and play solos. Often, they do this despite no previous rehearsal, even with complete strangers! The…

In this hands-on fiber arts class, students will explore the fundamentals of wet felting while creating a functional wool snack pouch or lunch bag. Using warm water, soap, and steady pressure, we’ll transform loose fibers into dense felt, learning how to layer wool, use flat resists to build structure with pockets, and shape the piece…

Having a daily artistic practice is a meaningful way to record and celebrate your life. In this beginner-friendly class, you will learn about diary stitching and will practice embroidering images that tell your story on an organic cotton bandana that has been medicinally dyed with goldenrod or indigo. You will also work with plant-dyed materials,…

In this class, you’ll learn the basics of block printing by transferring a design onto carving rubber and carving away the negative space to create your custom printing block. You’ll also learn how to roll ink evenly and hand-print your design onto fabric. Choose from a pre-made 4”x6” design or bring your own ready-to-use artwork.…

Learn the art of paper quilling! Originally called paper filigree, this traditional craft dates back to the Renaissance and involves the manipulation of paper to create intricate, 3D designs.  Paper quilling begins by rolling thin strips of paper into individual coils. These coils are shaped and glued together to create intricate designs with endless creative…

Have you ever wondered how antique spinning wheels survived for so long? Let’s delve into wheel maintenance planning and tinkering! Do you have a spinning wheel that needs a tune up? Perhaps it’s an inherited wheel that doesn’t quite work, or maybe one that popped a drive band, or perhaps there were kids at a…

Fireflies, bumblebees, and dragonflies oh my! The world of insects is overflowing with a huge diversity of forms and colors – what more could an artist want for inspiration? In this class, we will take a tour through insect & arthropod anatomy, briefly talk about how the various types of bugs are related to one…

Join local herbalist Heather Mashuga on a leisurely walk through the woods, noticing and admiring the multitudes of wildflowers and plants. Discover how to learn to use these plant allies to provide nourishment and healing. Herbal medicine focuses on herbs to prevent and treat illness and promote health and has been used for centuries by…

Join a relaxed group of Bridge players to play and learn more about the game in a welcoming environment. With Bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue developing your Bridge game. Cards and score pads will be provided by group leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Bring your notes…

Note that this is a 2-day class, taking place Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The carving knife is an essential tool for any dedicated woodworker or craftsperson. This two-day class will teach you the skills to embed a knife blade into a close-grained, figured piece of wood, and…

This class offers a hands-on introduction to TIG welding as you create a stone and metal outdoor sculpture. TIG welding uses an inert gas and bonds metal to metal without a wire feed or rods or sticks, and is typically used for thinner materials such as pipe welding or where appearance is important. You will…

Note that this is a 2-day class, taking place Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm. This 2-day workshop is designed for herbal enthusiasts, herbalists, and foragers. The intent is to increase confidence in seeing, experiencing and identifying the plants clearly. The program will take place “in the field,” in…

This class introduces students to Hmong embroidery needlework, called paj ntaub (flower cloth). You will learn about the history, motifs, and symbols of the Hmong paj ntaub. You will then create an embroidered ornament by selecting from a variety of traditional motifs and using cross-stitch techniques to bring your design to life. Once complete, the…

Learn how to make unique, pressure-print “portraits” of tree bark patterns using printmaking tools and ink. Instructor Robin Garwood, whose work blends book arts and printmaking with ecological and place-based practice, will guide you through this unique and innovative way of creating tree impressions on paper. This class will take place outdoors, and each student…

Design your own summer floral centerpiece in this beginner-friendly class! Join Elle, farmer-florist at Mellifera Flowers, to learn the technical and artistic basics to floral design, and in the process create your own unique centerpiece with 100% local blooms from her farm and other local growers. Class will begin with an overview of best practices…

A warm‑weather twist on a famous Polish classic, this hands‑on workshop invites participants to roll up their sleeves and dive into making fruit‑filled dumplings called pierogi from scratch. You will learn how to mix and knead a dough and explore bright, summer fillings: blueberries and strawberries. Participants will shape, seal, and cook their pierogi, discovering…

Students (ages 9-14) will learn how a camera works, explore the fundamentals of photography, and build a strong foundation they can continue developing on their own. Each participant will choose a digital camera to keep and spend class time getting comfortable with its features, settings, and basic functions through hands-on practice. Instructor Carl Wegener is…

Join a relaxed group of Bridge players to play and learn more about the game in a welcoming environment. With Bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue developing your Bridge game. Cards and score pads will be provided by group leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Bring your notes…

Develop your social dance skills in a low-risk, high-fun environment! This class focuses on two-step, waltz, and line dancing, giving you the confidence and comfort to hit the dance floor with ease. You can come solo or with a partner. Everyone will have a chance to try both leading and following while we dance to…