Adult Activities

Ages: 18+ and 55+

Explore warm and cool colors, negative painting, lifting techniques and brushwork while creating vibrant watercolor paintings in a variety of subjects. Instructors are there to support you throughout your work and provide demonstrations in each two-hour session. This class is for those who are new to watercolor or those who want to improve their skills. Students are responsible to bring supplies based on the supply list provided. (Min 5/Max 15)

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TU 6:30P MAY 2 APR 30 6 WKS 18+

Basic Sewing Skills

WREC

Ages: 10+

Ever wanted to learn how to sew? Bring your own working machine or use one of the instructor’s machines for this two-hour class. Learn how to select and read a pattern, sewing terminology, basic sewing know-how and make a project to take home! (Min 4/Max 20)

DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH Project

SA 10A MAY 6 APR 30 1 DAY Bookmarks and Coasters $40/50

SA 10A JUN 10 JUN 2 1 DAY Placemats and Baskets $40/50

Cheese And Crackers Charcuterie Class

WREC

Ages: 16+

The owner of Sara’s Boxes and Boards will guide participants in creating a salami rose and arranging cheese on a walnut board in this 90-minute class. The instructor will make a board that those who attend can snack on, so attendees may take their filled charcuterie board home to enjoy with family and friends. Charcuterie board and food is included. (Min 4/Max 20)

DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE

TU 6P MAY 9 MAY 1 1 DAY $55/60

TH 6P JUL 20 JUL 15 1 DAY $55/60

PLANT PARTY WITH MS. FOLIA PLANT CO.

WREC

Ages: 18+

Pot a plant in your favorite pot in this two-hour class! Choose from Ms. Folia’s selection of plants and pots to create a unique gift for yourself or someone you love! Choose your top three favorite plants from our selection and Ms. Folia will bring at least one of them to this down-to-earth experience!

Each registration comes with a plant and pot of your choice, care card, soil, decorations and a name tag for your plant. Instructions on how to plant and repot your plants and pick the right soil will be provided in addition to other general plant knowledge. (Min 5/Max 15)

Ages: 10+

Learn basic knitting skills and start some fun projects in this two-hour class. Yarn and needles will be provided for each student to keep so any unfinished projects may be completed at home. (Min 4/Max 20) DAY

SA 10A MAY 20 MAY 14 1 DAY Delightful Dishcloths $40/50

SA 10A JUL 22 JUL 16 1 DAY Hearts and Coasters $40/50

DANCAKES PANCAKE ART CLASS

WREC Ages: 8+

Learn to make fun, colorful and edible designs with the best pancake artists in the world. Artist or not, anyone can do this two-hour class. Are you ready to start your pancake art journey? (Min 20/Max 25)

DROP-IN CHAT AND CRAFT

WREC

Ages: 10+

Bring your own project and supplies and meet other crafters in this drop-in session. You may work in any medium you can carry in. The facility may have basic supplies to borrow (scissors, pencils, etc.) but availability is not guaranteed. Sessions are hosted by Elizabeth Bell, a lifelong crafter experienced in yarn arts, sewing and painting. This $5 class will be offered the first and third Thursday of each month from 6-8P. No class on AUG 17. (Min 4/Max 16)

*Participants must also pay the daily admission fee or have an annual pass.

Technology How To Use A Computer

WREC Ages: 18+

Frustrated with learning how to use a computer? Our eSports staff is here to help! In this two-hour class, you will receive guidance from our experienced instructors. This lesson will help you set up an email and use a web browser. (Min 4/Max 8)

DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE

M 2P MAY 22 APR 28 1 DAY $15

How To Zoom Call

WREC Ages: 18+

Frustrated with getting on a Zoom call? In this two-hour lesson, our experienced instructors will help you navigate Zoom so you can have successful video calls for appointments or even see loved ones virtually! (Min 4/Max 8)

DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE

M 6P MAY 22 APR 28 1 DAY $15

Pottery Seniors In Clay

WREC

Ages: 60+

Come enjoy these two-hour workshops! All creations will be glazed and fired by our studio and ready for pick-up in a few weeks. (Min 5/Max 10)

Garden Creatures and Flowers

This workshop focuses on creating garden creatures and flowers. They will be the envy of all of your neighbors!

Birdhouses

With step-by-step instruction, you will learn to make a one-of-a-kind birdhouse from clay slabs. This birdhouse will be a lovely addition to your home or put outside for your feathered friends to enjoy!

Owl Planters

With step-by-step instruction, you will learn to make a bird planter from clay slabs. This planter will adorn any table or outside setting!

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F 1P JUN 23 JUN 10

TH 9A AUG 24 AUG 10 1 DAY Owl Planters $60/70

ADULT INTRO TO CLAY

WREC

Ages: 18+

These two-and-a-half hour workshops are designed to learn the ins and outs of working with clay. (Min 4/Max 8)

Processes of Clay

In this series, we will explore all the processes of clay including pinch, coil, slab and wheel. Students will decorate their clay projects using textures, stamps and add details while learning about underglaze and glazes. The possibilities are endless! No class on JUL 3.

Functional Ceramics

Learn and practice basic wheel throwing techniques of functional ceramics in this course. Instruction includes creating and finishing wheel-thrown pieces, handbuilding, decorating surfaces and glazing. DAY

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ADULT CLAY

WREC

Ages: 18+

Enjoy these two-hour classes for novices and see where your imagination takes you! All creations will be glazed and fired by our studio and ready for pick-up in a few weeks. (Min 4/Max 8)

Hanging Chimes

Create whimsical chimes inspired by your favorite animal or your own imagination.

Mud to Mugs

From mud to mug, personalize your own favorite mug from slabs of clay. DAY

VOLUNTEER STREAM TEAM MONITORING TRAINING*

Peruque Valley Park

Ages: 13+

In this training, the City of Wentzville, in partnership with Stream Team and Greenway Network, will teach community members how to get involved, get outside and monitor our stream water. This is great activity for individuals, scouts, teachers and their students, local organizations, businesses, families and more. Get free test kits and training to make observations and collect data on STEM topics such as biology and chemistry. Sign up to learn easy ways you can play a role in enhancing and maintaining the water quality of local waterways. This class will give you the knowledge to get you and your group into local streams! To register, please visit bit.ly/vwqmstep2. (Min 1/Max 20)

*You must complete the Intro to VWQM, Part 1 (virtual) AND Level 1 VWQM, Part 1 (virtual) prior to attending this event. These trainings can be found at bit.ly/vwqmtraining.

Did You Know?

Improper disposal of household cleaners can hurt the environment. Once ounce of household bleach requires 312,000 ounces of water to be safe for fish. Learn how to keep our streams clean at www3.epa.gov.

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