adult and older teen classes
Some classes are available for older teens. Ages are noted.
See our general policies for our classes HERE
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For any event or class and for *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. *DO NOT* fall for spammers who are trying to sell their "tickets". They are thieves and crooks. Sorry to have to post this.>
See our general policies for our classes HERE
<NOTE -
For any event or class and for *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. *DO NOT* fall for spammers who are trying to sell their "tickets". They are thieves and crooks. Sorry to have to post this.>
thursday evening beading with julie
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Thursday evenings starting September 30 6 - 8 pm Pay $10 in advance to Julie to reserve your spot. This $10 goes toward whatever you make. Email Julie to RSVP no later than NOON of the Thursday class you wish to take. Come in, relax and bead with Julie - Thursday evenings from 6 - 8pm. Drop in for as long as you like (come in by 7 though so you have time to complete your projects). Projects to choose from: * Beaded bracelets: $8; add a charm for $2 extra * Corded necklace: starts at $10 * Beaded necklace: $1 per inch; pendant extra Make one or make several - Julie has thousands of beads to choose from! Ages 12 to adult! |
tai chi
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Tai Chi in the Sculpture Garden with Tracey Temple
A Taste of Tai Chi Fall Series With Four Introduction Classes REGISTER FOR ONE OR MORE CLASSES HERE Join us for introduction to Tai Chi Classes! Classes will be conducted in the Sculpture Garden alongside the Center for the Arts. Space is limited so please sign-up 24 hours in advance of each class. Intro to Qigong & Sun Style Tai Chi October 2nd 10 am -12 noon (2 hours) Ages 18 & Up Cost $25 No Hocus Pocus here just an ancient art form focusing on Fall Prevention. Learn a new mind-body routine this fall season that is gentle on the joints and great for arthritis & fall prevention. What is Tai Chi anyways? Join us for an overview and our first in this four-part series, “A Taste of Tai Chi.” Intro to Qigong & Yang Style Tai Chi October 16th 10 am -12 noon (2 hours) Ages 18 & Up Cost $25 In this session we will focus on some foundational movements using Yang Style Tai Chi. Yang Style is the most practiced form of Tai Chi around the world today. Mindful Movements Balancing Act – An Introduction to the Principles of Tai Chi November 13th 10 am -12 noon Ages 18 & Up Cost $25 Destress for the Holiday’s with Deep Breathing Qigong Practices. There are key ingredients that go into Tai Chi. Learn what they are and why Tai Chi is referred to as Meditation in Motion Intro to Qigong & Tai Chi for Energy November 20th 10 am -12 noon Ages 18 & Up Cost $25 Need a little pick-me-up? Revitalize, Refresh and Relax with the last in the Fall Series of “A Taste of Tai Chi.” Tai Chi for Energy is a combination of Chen and Sun Styles. These seemingly contrasting styles have complementary internal energy designed to improve health and wellness and focuses on the use of spiral force. *** About the Instructor: Tracey Temple is a certified Tai Chi Instructor, Senior Trainer, Member of the World-Wide Organization, Tai Chi for Health Institute founded by Dr. Paul Lam and member of the United States Tai Chi Community. Tracey is certified in various Tai Chi Evidence Based Programs, such as Tai Chi for Beginners, Energy, Arthritis, Fall Prevention, Rehabilitation, Memory, Heart Conditions, Diabetes, Osteoporosis, and Tai Chi for Kids. Tracey’s focus is on inspiring others to learn Tai Chi along with the many health benefits it offers. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Education and is an International Certified Montessori Instructor. CPR/First Aid/AED Certified. |
quilted table runners
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Make a Merry Christmas Table Runner with Polly Pohlman
Two-day class: Saturday Oct 23 from 12:30-3:30 and Sunday Oct 24 from 2-5. $65 for members; $70 for non-members - includes kit REGISTER HERE For ages 16 to adult Skill level: beginner If you know how to operate your machine and want to learn quilting basics, this is the right class. If you are a quilter, you will know the basic skills being taught in the class. But of course, I would love for you to join the class. The cost of the class includes a kit with fabric for quilt top, fabric for quilt back, quilt batting, and detailed and illustrated instructions. I will walk you through the process step-by-step. I will teach you how to piece a quilt top, make a quilt “sandwich”, quilt your table runner, and make a binding, attach the binding to your table runner and finally hand or machine sew the binding to finish your creation. Please bring to class:
Optional – You will have access to these tools, but some people like their own.
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basic digital photography
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Saturday, October 30 at 1 – 4 pm:
Basic Digital Photography with Robert Richardson REGISTER HERE Bob is an award-winning photographer and will teach you the intricacies of your camera and getting the best shots possible. Approximately two hours of instruction followed by some real-world photography and critique. Bring your camera! Free with your class – Bob’s own Basic Digital Photography course book. $30 for members; $35 for non-members. Bring a snack for a short mid-class break. Ages 13+ Registration ends by the day before class or when the class fills. |
pottery
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for adults and older teens ...
Wednesday evenings 6 – 7:30 pm Thursday mornings 10 - 11:30 am Friday mornings 10 - 11:30 am Instructor: Rebecca Braswell BEGINNER POTTERY SIX WEEK COURSE Tuesday nights, (Rebecca gives you seven weeks to complete your six week course). Class size is limit is 5. Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8pm. New class launches every couple of months - email Rebecca. Next class starts September 28 - THIS CLASS IS FULL Wheel throwing and hand-building techniques taught by expert potter, Rebecca. Adults and mature teens 16+ Fees:
Register by emailing Rebecca |
sip & paint
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adults only
Friday, October 15 from 7 - 9 pm Painting: TBA We’ll provide a couple of bottles of wine; feel free to bring your favorite and/or some snacks to share. from Donna ... We will have a fun evening of painting, encouraging, talking, and lots of laughter! You may start out as strangers but by the end of the evening you do not leave feeling that way ... Art has a way of bringing people together. As always I encourage everyone to make the paintings that we paint "their own" so always feel free to change background colors etc. You are the artist! I am just giving you a place to start and instruction along the way. Adults only - fun girls' night out! Fee:
Pre-registration required by 24 hours before the class. Email Donna to register. Registration will close by the day before each class OR when the class fills. These classes fill quickly so be sure to register soon! |
drawing 101
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adults and older teens
Wednesdays @ 2 - 3 pm Instructor: Sandy Blanchard REGISTER HERE Adults and mature teens 16+. All skill levels - beginners to more advanced! Learn to draw with artist Sandy Blanchard. Different topics, approaches, tools and/or techniques addressed weekly. Fee: One class: member: $15 non-member: $20 Four class bundle: member: $50 non-member: $55 OPTIONAL if you don't have these supplies: $10 (one-time fee) for Sketch Pad, Pencil #2 and kneaded eraser. |
knitting class
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adults and older teens
Wednesdays 12 - 1 pm Instructor: Sandy Blanchard. REGISTER HERE We will start with a scarf while you learn the garter stitch and progress from there! Jump in anytime. Bring your own yarn and needles (your yarn package will tell you what size needles to use). For more experienced knitters: bring a pattern that has you stumped and Sandy will help you! Adults and mature teens 16+. Fee: One class: member: $15 non-member: $20 Four class bundle: member: $50 non-member: $55 Please register at least 24 hours in advance. |
beginner guitar
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ages 9 to adult
Beginner Guitar Lessons with Zach Coffman: Thirty-minute-long individual lessons starting at 4pm on Mondays. Schedule your time and register by emailing Zach Learn basic chords and how to keep your guitar in tune. Next learn tabs - a really fun and non-stressful way to learn lead/rhythm guitar parts. From there you will learn how to play songs and even your own composition! Fee: $25 per lesson for members; $30 per lesson for non-members. Ages 9 to adult. You will need your own guitar – electric or acoustic. Pay Zach in cash or check at the time of class. ABOUT ZACH Many of you know Zach as our friendly and talented part-time staff here at MWCA! In addition to working here, Zach is a fulltime student with Toccoa Falls College. He is a gifted musician who has been playing guitar for over 5 years and is in a band, "Intension". Zach mentors younger teens and is integrating a new music program here at MWCA. His goal is to bring awareness to local talent and encourage people who might not share their talent to come forward and perform for our open mics! |
Journaling with Pictures, Stickers and Ephemera
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Journaling with Pictures, Stickers and Ephemera with Ann Mann
Saturday October 2 from 10am-11am (Bring a brown bag lunch if you want to visit while we clean up after class.) REGISTER HERE Please register 24 hours prior to the start of class. Don’t have time to scrapbook? Journals not only help order your life, they can also be a great memory keeping tool. Learn about some of the tools for using pictures, paint, and ephemera (ephemera is a fancy name for ticket stubs, and other paper treasures) to decorate your life. Bring your own journal (or use the scrap paper journals provided). Bring any pictures you want to use. All other supplies are furnished. Cost for members $20. Cost for non-members is $25. (Introduction to Creative Bullet Journaling recommended, but not required) Adults and ages 16+ |
Journaling with Stamps and Stencils
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Journaling with Stamps and Stencils
Saturday, October 16 10:00 am – Noon (Bring a brown bag lunch if you want to visit while we clean up after class.) REGISTER HERE Please register 24 hours prior to the start of class. One of the quickest ways to add interest to a journal page is with stamps and stencils. We will look at all the ways you can use stamps and stencils to bring your journal pages to life. Bring your own journal (or use the scrap paper journals provided). All other supplies are furnished. Cost for members $15. Cost for non-members is $20. (Introduction to Creative Bullet Journaling recommended, but not required) Adults and ages 16+ |
woodturning: ikebana
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Woodturning with Todd Tetterton:
The Ikebana Three times to choose from:
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate Ages: 16 to adult Have you ever wanted to try wood turning or to learn a new technique? In this class you will be provided with the tools, equipment and instruction to allow you to use your creative talents to fashion an “Ikebana”. The Ikebana is a Japanese method of holding/showing live flowers centered around a small water holding cup containing spikes called a “frog” which pierce the flower stem to hold them in a vertical position. Seating is limited to four and will be filled on first come first serve, registrations are not confirmed until paid for. FEES
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Returning soon:
- Painting for adults
