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Floriography Bouquet Workshop
with Ava Porter
Experience Level: Beginner
Spend your morning among the flowers at Floriography Bouquet Workshop on Saturday, Sept. 5 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Evergreen Lodge.
Florist Ava Porter will teach students the basics of floral design using the Victorian language of flowers to create living masterpieces of fresh flowers with special meanings. Students will go home with a custom vase arrangement.
$80/person. Registration closes on August 22 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
(SOLD OUT) Intro to Stained Glass - Frog
with Kari Keller
Experience Level: Beginner
Assemble a whimsical frog suncatcher at Intro to Stained Glass: Frog on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. in The Studio.
Led by Kari Keller, students will learn the basics of stained glass! Students will learn how to cut glass, grind, foil, and solder while they work to make a fun, whimsical frog suncatcher. This class is sure to get your hands working and creativity flowing. Take your frog with you to display in your home or gift to a family member or friend!
$100/person*. Registration will close Sept. 3 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students should wear closed-toe shoes. Safety glasses and gloves will be provided.
Beehive Observation - September 13
with Maggie Wachter
Experience Level: Beginner
Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 in The Studio and outside at the beehives.
Instructor Maggie Wachter will provide an overview of seasonal influences, followed by a peek inside the hives to observe honey bees at work. Traditional and Flow Hives will also be discussed. Each two-hour session may be attended as a standalone or combined with any or all other classes.
$30/class. Registration will close three days before each class. All sales are final.
*Students should wear loose-fitting long sleeves and pants, close-toed shoes and bring a protective bee veil and unscented rubber gloves.
— Sept. 13
— Sept. 27
Mystical Mushrooms: Mixed-Media Workshop
with Emily Tackitt
Experience Level: All Levels (All Ages 16+)
Explore the magical qualities of the Elegant Writer pen paired with watercolor in Mystical Mushrooms Watercolor on Friday, Sept. 18 from 6-9 p.m. in The Studio.
Emily Tackitt of Moonbeam Jellyfish will lead this whimsical mixed-media workshop. Students will learn how to sketch their own playful mushroom doodles before transforming them into enchanting woodland-inspired paintings using water-reactive ink techniques, watercolor washes, and expressive linework.
Students will explore how a simple writing pen can create beautifully moody shadows, soft atmospheric textures, and unexpected magical effects when activated with water.
$115/person*. Registration will close Sept 11 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*All supplies will be provided
Flower Crown Workshop
with Rachel Wooters
Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site.)
Learn step-by-step instructions for creating a beautiful, wearable flower crown using fresh, in-season blooms at a Flower Crown Workshop on Saturday, September 19 from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio.
Rachel Wooters will guide students through the process of selecting, layering, and securing flowers to build a balanced and lasting floral design. This hands-on workshop is relaxed and beginner-friendly, with plenty of room for creativity and personal style. Students will leave with a finished flower crown and the skills to continue creating at home!
Perfect for Homecoming weekend, this workshop is a lovely opportunity to create your own floral headpiece and enjoy a creative experience with friends while capturing beautiful seasonal photos together.
$90/person. Registration closes on September 12 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
Paper Flower Art: Marigolds
with Cathy Peters
All skill levels
Learn how to color, shape, and assemble paper petals in Paper Flower Art: Marigolds on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 2-5 p.m. in the Library.
Instructor Cathy Peters will introduce students to the world of paper flower art as they learn how to create 3 unique marigolds. This fun and relaxing class will teach you skills to continue crafting at home!
$50/person. Registration closes on Sept. 17 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
Hand Stitching: Hearts
with Gaye Grant
Experience Level: Beginner (ages 13+; Students ages 13-15 should have an adult present who does not need to register)
Discover the art of textile sculpture in Hand Stitching – Hearts on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 12:30-4 p.m. in The Studio.
In this hands-on workshop, Gaye Grant of 3 Penny Studio will teach students to create a charming 3-D heart brooch featuring a beautifully layered flower center. Along the way, participants will learn essential hand stitches and beginner-friendly soft sculpture techniques to bring their unique creation to life.
$70/person*. Registration closes on Sept. 21 when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students should bring sharp scissors.
Beehive Observation - September 27
with Maggie Wachter
Experience Level: Beginner
Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 in The Studio and outside at the beehives.
Instructor Maggie Wachter will provide an overview of seasonal influences, followed by a peek inside the hives to observe honey bees at work. Traditional and Flow Hives will also be discussed. Each two-hour session may be attended as a standalone or combined with any or all other classes.
$30/class. Registration will close three days before each class. All sales are final.
*Students should wear loose-fitting long sleeves and pants, close-toed shoes and bring a protective bee veil and unscented rubber gloves.
— April 12
— April 26
— May 10
— May 24
— June 7
— June 21
— July 5
— July 19
— Aug. 2
— Aug. 16
— Sept. 13
— Sept. 27