ART & COOKING

ART CLASSES AT ARTISAN YOU!

All supplies included. Completed projects are kiln-fired onsite and ready for pick-up one week after class dates.

Min/Max: 1/8 Location: Artisan You! Studio, 405 E. 7th St.

Preschool Storytime: What Dads Can’t Do

Listen to the story about What Dads Can’t Do, then paint a coffee mug for your dad for Father’s Day!

Age: 2–5

F 6/2 10:00-11:00A $15

F 6/2

Summer Camp: Plant My Garden

Create garden-themed art in this FUN camp! Paint a planter, create a bird feeder from clay, make a fused glass gnome garden stake and paint a birdhouse.

Age: 5–12

M-F 6/5-6/9 10:00A-12:00P $165 361042-1

Fused Glass: Nightlight

Don't be left in the dark - design your own night light! Learn to use glass tools with safety emphasized.

Age: 5–12 Sa

Ceramic Painting: Floral Bee Paint

Learn to paint a bee and flower design on a terra cotta plate. This class will cover blending colors and brush strokes.

Fused Glass: Birdhouse Suncatcher

Learn to work with glass cutting tools while designing this FUN suncatcher with a birdhouse design. Age: 16+

Fused Glass: Dichroic Butterfly Pendant & Earrings

Learn to work with dichroic glass while creating a pendant in the shape of a butterfly, along with matching earrings. Age: 16+

HOOKS & NEEDLES

Knitting I Min/Max: 5/7

Learn to knit! This class is for beginners or for those who are still learning the basics. Learn about yarns and fibers, and become familiar with the tools of the trade to learn how to knit. Make an easy project such as a scarf, placemat or dishcloth. Advanced beginners can strengthen their skills by choosing a more complicated pattern, such as a hat, eyelet scarf or another pattern.$15 supply fee payable to instructor at first class (includes yarn, knitting needles, crochet hook, row counter and 2 tapestry needles)

Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Lisa Ragsdale

Age: 12+

M 6/5-6/26 10:00-11:00A $40 359150-1

Brioche Knitting Min/Max: 5/7

This intriguing knitting technique yields a distinctive raised rib design and is beautiful when applied with different colored yarns. Learn the brioche technique, then create a scarf. You should already be familiar with the basics of circular knitting to enroll in this class. Supply list: 2 skeins of fingering weight yarn (at least 330 yards each skein - pick two colors that go well together), 16" size 4 circular needle, removable stitch marker, tapestry needle

Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Lisa Ragsdale

Age: 12+

Th 6/8-6/29 10:00-11:00A $30 359152-1

Crochet I Min/Max: 5/7

Learn to crochet! This class is for beginners or for those who are still learning the basics. Learn how to chain, do basic stitches and read simple patterns. The class also includes an introduction to fibers and choosing the right yarn for projects. Make an easy project such as a scarf, dishcloth set or placemat. Advanced beginners can strengthen their skills with a more complicated project or a pattern of their choosing. $10 supply fee payable to instructor at first class (includes yarn, crochet hook, row counter and 2 tapestry needles)

Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Lisa Ragsdale

Age: 12+

M 7/10-7/31 10:00-11:00A $40 359151-1

Needlecraft Workshop Min/Max: 5/7

Do you have unfinished knitting or crochet projects? The garment that was never stitched together? A project full of mistakes? The lovely lace pattern you wish you knew how to start? Maybe you just want to learn some new stitches or techniques? Bring in your projects and questions and get some individualized help and encouragement!

Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Lisa Ragsdale

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Needle Felt a Cactus Min/Max: 5/6

Receive a terra cotta pot and then learn how to fill it by needle felting potting soil and a cactus plant out of soft wool, including the "jaggers." No sharp spines on these wool cuties! Nice in your home all year long and they make a great welcome gift. $10 supply fee payable to the instructor at first class. Location: Cherry Rm

Instructor: Debby Widolf

Age: 12+

Th 6/22 1:00-4:00P $25 391408-1

Needle Felt Your Favorite Dog Min/Max: 5/6

Bring a picture of your best doggy friend for this needle felting class and custom felt your dog in a 3-D sculpture. Woof, woof! $10 supply fee payable to the instructor at first class. Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Debby Widolf

Age: 12+

W 7/26

9:30A-12:30P $25 391409-1

Needle Felt a Reindeer Min/Max: 5/6

Not just for Christmas anymore! Our reindeer has a felted body, long legs and full antlers made from trees. They are hard to resist any time of year and will keep you smiling with their charm. $10 supply fee payable to the instructor at first class. Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Debby Widolf

Age: 12+

W 8/2

Staff Spotlight

DEBBY WIDOLF

Needle Felt Instructor

Chilson Recreation Center

What is your background and what made you interested in needle felting?j

I am a longtime lover of folk crafts. My friend introduced me to needle felting five years ago and I became an avid "felter."

Is needle felting easy to learn?

Needle felting takes patience and practice, good instruction and a passion for creating.

What are some of your favorite needle felting projects?

My favorite piece is one I made of my dog, Scratch. He passed many years ago and my felted "Scratch" always makes me smile.

Youth Cooking

Food for Life: Nutrition and Cooking Camp

Poor diet and lack of exercise put today's children at greater risk for heart disease, diabetes and cancer later in life. A foundation for healthy eating is needed to lessen the risk for chronic diseases. The curriculum highlights the positives of the four food groups in the Power Plate. Kids learn about nutrition and how to cook healthy recipes in each class. A consent form is required. Min/Max: 6/16 Location: Cherry Rm

Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–12 Time: 1:30-3:30P

T 5/30 Bang-Up Breakfasts $23 261953-1

W 5/31 In Between Meals $23 261953-2

Th 6/1 Rainbow Lunches $23 261953-3

F 6/2 Digging These Dinners $23 261953-4

T-F 5/30-6/2 All sessions $79 261953-5

Youth Cooking: Summer Desserts Min/Max: 6/16

Let's learn to make some sweet treats using fresh summer produce. These desserts are refreshing, delicious, and best of all, they are nutritious! All recipes are vegetarian-vegan friendly. A consent form is required. Location: Cherry Rm

Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–13

W 6/7 1:30-3:30P $28 360647-1

Youth Cooking: Chinese Food Min/Max: 6/16

Join us for a culinary experience of quick and easy Chinese dishes. All recipes are vegetarian friendly. A consent form is required. Location: Cherry Rm

Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–13

F 6/9 1:30-3:30P $28

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Youth Cooking: Calling All Pasta Lovers

Experiment with food and learn to make simple everyday meals that are healthy and delicious! All recipes are vegetarianvegan friendly. Menu: homemade pasta sauce, a pasta dish, nutty Parmesan cheese and a wholesome salad. A consent form is required. Min/Max: 6/16 Location: Cherry Rm

Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–13

W 6/28 1:30-3:30P $28

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Youth Cooking: Sweet & Savory Wraps

Wraps are quick and easy things to make. They can be simple or complex, and they come in so many different varieties. Join us to learn to wrap with the best of them! A consent form is required. Min/Max: 6/16

Location: Cherry Rm Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–13

W 7/5 1:30-3:30P $28

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Youth Cooking: Homemade Frozen Yogurt

Join us to learn how to make these refreshing frozen treats using seasonal fruits. All recipes are vegetarian-vegan friendly. A consent form is required. Min/Max: 6/16

Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–13

W 7/19 1:30-3:30P $28

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Youth Cooking: Pancake & Waffle Shuffle

This class highlights the two most popular breakfast staples. Explore how to make this fairly processed food more wholesome and enjoyable. Bring your ideas to share with the class! All recipes are vegetarian-vegan friendly. A consent form is required. Min/Max: 6/16

Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Sapna Von Reich

Age: 6–13

W 7/26

1:30-3:30P $28

Adult Cooking

Tasty Thai Table Min/Max: 5/12

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A tasty introduction to everyday Thai cuisine with an experienced Thai instructor. Join Sim, as she shows you cooking tips and tricks, and how to choose quality ingredients to make your Thai food taste great. Menu: curry noodle (Khao Soi), crispy spring rolls with sweet chili sauce and mango coconut pudding. $33 supply fee payable to the instructor; cash or check only. Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Sim Suinn

Age: 18+

T 6/20 6:00-8:30P $12 359127-1

Chinese at Home Min/Max: 5/12

Who needs takeout when you can easily create delicious Chinese dishes at home? In this hands-on class, Sim walks you through the techniques, tips and tricks for making your favorite Chinese takeout. Menu: Chinese sticky rice with chestnuts, stir fry spicy eggplant with basil and cabbage vinegar. $33 supply fee payable to the instructor; cash or check only. Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Sim Suinn

Age: 18+

T 7/18

Thai Table Min/Max: 5/12

$12

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Come and make a typical family-style dinner that will bring you to Thailand without traveling far. Menu: stir fry shrimp with chili paste soy bean oil and ginger fried rice, red curry melon. $33 supply fee payable to the instructor, cash or check only. Location: Cherry Rm | Instructor: Sim Suinn

Age: 18+ T 8/22

$12

Find your GROOVE & MOVE!

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See page 52 for adult dance classes including ballroom, folk, tap & line dance.

See page 37 for kid's classes that focus on finding personal style and artistic voice through FUN!