If you already understand the basics of crochet, but want to take your skills to the next level, or just never knew how to decipher a pattern independently, then this is the course for you! Learn to read more complex patterns, get tips and tricks to work smarter not harder, and finish your projects with support every step of the way! Taught with both instruction and working time, students will have the opportunity to fine-tune their skills and build a friendship afghan using more advanced patterns and stitches. Choose a pattern, or provide your own, and Myriah will offer support in reading crochet shorthand and notes, choosing materials, making substitutions, and finishing projects with edging and borders.

Required: Bring a size H (5mm) crochet hook and sharp scissors to the first class. Other materials will be determined after choosing a pattern. No class 11/28.

NOTE: Day/date change (was Wednesdays, 10/30-12/18).

Myriah Davis, owner & operator of Davis Arts, a pop-culture-based art business, has more than 20 years of crochet experience. Her goal is to share her enthusiasm for all things yarn, but especially crochet, with everyone she meets.

This online course is designed to teach you everything you need to know about professional-quality portraits. Learn how to work with all different subjects and discover methods of lighting, posing and how to shoot in a studio or on location. An awesome online class!

ONLINE NOV 7 & 14th  6-7:30pm/$60

This age-old process is simple yet tricky. Learn to combine lye, fat, and water to make soap, and learn safety tips. During this soap making demonstration and information night you will get a lot of pointers and helpful hints.

There is a $10 materials fee per person, separate from the registration fee, due directly to the instructor at the start of class that covers the cost of your soap. There will be additional soap to purchase, as well.

This course builds on Basic Watercolor from Life. Students will learn how to build an initial sketch to work from, become more expressive with line and stroke, work with limited color palettes, integrate ink into a watercolor drawing, and work from subjects like still life, a live model, and self portraiture. A suggested supply list will be provided.

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We will explore search engines that won’t track you or download your data and how to use incognito browsing when using a public device.  We’ll discuss web browser and search engine options, and best practices to both keep your data safe and ensure your privacy. Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone.

 Free, please pre-register

We will explore search engines that won’t track you or download your data and how to use incognito browsing when using a public device.  We’ll discuss web browser and search engine options, and best practices to both keep your data safe and ensure your privacy. Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone.

The instructor will demonstrate and assist as beginners set up their own worm bins (limit five households – one worm bin per household.)

No limit on the number of individuals but they all need to be from the first 5 households to register. Everyone has to pay the registration fee (children are welcome and free) After the worm bins are assembled then the instructor will give his “Worm Talk.”

The talk covers the following subjects: What is Vermiculture and Worm Composting and how is it different from regular composting? Why do it? What are the benefits? What are the main things to consider before trying? What is important for worms to thrive? What are the main problems encountered and how to avoid (or remediate if necessary.)

The instructor takes contact information (phone numbers and email addresses) from each household and then stays in contact with them for a year or more until they reach a point of self-reliance. The instructor returns 3 to 4 months after the initial workshop to assist with the first harvest of each student's worm bin. All the alumni of the workshop gather for their “First Harvest”. They are sometimes joined by “senior alumni” that are there for their 2nd, 3rd…harvest.

First Harvest for this class is in 3 to 4 months: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 6 to 8 PM

Create a Balsam Fir Wreath. Beginners become instant wreath makers; no experience is necessary. You will take home a completed project, a fragrant and full 22" fresh Balsam Fir Wreath decorated with a beautiful red bow. Your wreath remains fresh throughout the holidays and beyond. All materials can be recycled. Materials provided: Fresh Balsam Fir locally and sustainably harvested, wreath ring, and red ribbon. Additional supplies are available for a take-home project. Please bring gloves and small hand pruners. $16 material fee paid to instructor on night of class (no checks). Tom and Lorraine Lindstedt are experienced wreath makers, crafters, and educators and operate Woodlot Management & Products; a local family-owned and operated tree farm.

Thursday, 11/7, 6:30pm-8:30pm, GMS cafeteria, $19