Arts

Musical Voices

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Mondays 1- 3pm

Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Johnson City String Band (formally known as Heart Strings)

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays 10am–12:30pm

Come learn and have fun with this welcoming group of amateur musicians. We play a variety of music including gospel, bluegrass and even Irish jigs. For more information, contact John Martin at 423-4446289.

Making Treasure Books

Cost: $3 per class (Ages 18+)

Mondays 1-3pm

Make your own book and personalize it to suit your taste and needs! You decide what your book will be – a junk journal, a travel diary, a garden journal, etc.

Let your imagination soar!

All materials provided.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Tuesdays 1-2:30pm

Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Materials will be available or bring your own and take advantage of any instruction needed.

Bring Out the Artist in You

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: $5 per class (Ages 18+)

Tuesdays 1–3pm

‘Charlie’ will be available to offer guidance and assistance and share her knowledge in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor technique. Bring your project and materials in for expert advice in an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for any skill level.

Sewing Group - A Community Service Project

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Wednesdays 1-3:30pm

We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center. In an effort to give back to the community, we are making lap quilts and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be available.

Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/ Intermediate Level

Instructor: Roxanne

McDaniel

Cost: $10 per lesson (Ages 18+)

Wednesdays 1-2pm

Learn to play the Dulcimer with Roxanne! Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. Please pre-register and pay by the Monday before class.

Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 2-3pm This is a time to get together and work on your skills and share ideas while enjoying the company of other players.

Ukulele for Beginners

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $25 for the Series, includes materials fee (Ages 18+)

Second and Fourth Thursday, 3-4pm

Have you thought about learning to play the Ukulele? Roxanne will cover the basics and pretuned instruments will be available. Please preregister and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Ukulele for Experienced

Instructor: Roxanne

McDaniel

Cost: $25 for the Series, includes materials fee

(Ages 18+)

Second and Fourth Thursday, 4-5pm

Would you like to refine or develop your Ukulele skills? Pre-tuned instruments will be available if needed. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Guitar Lessons

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $25 for the Series

(Ages 18+)

Second and Fourth Friday, 10-11am

Would you like to learn to play the guitar or develop your existing skills? Bring your guitar (in playable condition) and join this class. Please pre-register and pay by the Wednesday before class.

Next Step Photography Club

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6-8pm

If you have a Basic technical knowledge of your camera, a desire to learn and experience more, understand some of the creative control functions like aperture, shutter speed, composition, use of the manual settings on your camera and ready to delve deeper in to image creation and gain a broader knowledge of photography, then Next Step Photography is for you.

Video Series –Great Artists of the Italian Renaissance

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm

In this series of lectures we will focus on one of the greatest periods of Art History, covering a time period from about 1400 to about 1520 - the early to the high Renaissance.

Video Series - The World’s Greatest Paintings

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Last Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm

This Video Series will explore more than 60 of the world’s greatest paintings, which produce a unique impact upon the viewer.

Amateur Photography Club

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) 2nd Friday of the month 1-3:30pm

If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us!

Paper Quilling

Cost: $3 per class (Ages 18+)

Second and Fourth

Wednesday 1:30-3:30pm

Join this class to explore the many ways Paper Quilling can be used to make fun, attractive and useful Art, as well as gifts. All materials supplied. Suitable for all skill levels

Creative Card Making

Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin

Cost: $7 (Ages 18+)

Monday, July 10th, 2-4pm OR Tuesday, July 11th, 9-11am

This is a make it take class that makes a variety of greeting cards. All supplies furnished for 6 cards. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Paper Making Class

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: $3 for the series (Ages 18+)

Friday, July 28th, 1-3pm and Monday, July 31st, 12:301:30pm

Handmade paper is a specialized craft and a medium for artistic expression, using tools and technologies existing hundreds of years ago. All materials furnished.

Pastel Class

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: $3 (Ages 18+)

Thursday, July 27th, 1-3p

In this class you will be guided in working with the blendable quality of soft pastels, a relaxing way to draw and compose. You will take home a finished composition. Appropriate for all skill levels.

Decoupage Made Easy

Instructor: Deb Nelson

Cost: $8 (Ages 18+)

Thursday, July 13th 1-3p We will make a set of four ceramic coasters using the “dry” method of decoupage, sealed for home use. A great gift so you can start your holiday projects now. Choose your design from a variety of paper napkins or bring your own paper napkins. Mix and match designs!

Plastic Canvas Stitching

Instructor: Linda Fore

Cost: $3 per class (Ages 18+)

Thursday, July 13th, 12:302pm

A very simple and relaxing project will be offered with instructions and personal assistance. With larger holes it is easier to see and work with. Everything included!

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: $8 (Ages 18+)

Tuesday, July 11th, 3:155:15pm

No talent required! She will walk you through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. A make and take class, all supplies furnished.

Silk Scarf for Summer

Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel

Cost: $10 (Ages 18+)

Friday, July 14th, 11am-4pm Create your own personal and unique design with a variety of fascinating materials and technique! An apron is recommended.

Paint Pouring Art-Bloom Blowing

Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel

Cost: $8 (Ages 18+)

Friday, July 28th, 11am-4pm

“Dutch Bloom”, is a type of paint pouring which uses a hair dryer to ‘blow’ the paint into flower like petals. Come and explore this fun and fascinating method of creating beautiful compositions! An apron is recommended.