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Beginner Wheel Throwing with Wendy
The Beginner Wheel class is designed for the absolute beginner looking for an introduction to the fundamentals of wheel thrown pottery or for those who need a refresher course. Learn basic throwing techniques, wedging, trimming and glazing to make your own functional pottery such as bowls, mugs and plates during this 6-week course. Please bring your pottery tools to class. You can purchase tools the first day of class if needed.
Find out more »Handcrafting Ceramic Jewelry and Wearables
Join Saraya Cheney, ceramic jewelry extraordinaire, to learn how to handcraft clay jewelry and wearables. Pendants, beads, brooches, necklaces and earrings are just a few of the endless possibilities to create with the skills learned in class. Saraya will discuss the jewelry design process from idea to action, the additions of patterns and texture and tips on glazing or painting your finished pieces. No prior experience working with clay is necessary to attend this class. All ability levels are welcome.…
Find out more »Fundamentals of Clay – Kids Class ages 8+
In this class, kids will get a chance to try their hand at the wheel. Learn a short lesson in wedging, centering and then working the wheel. They will also learn basic hand-building. Pieces will be bisque fired then glazed on the last date and the students will have to return to pick up their work.
Find out more »Fundamentals of Clay Kids Class / Ages 8+
In this class, kids will get a chance to try their hand at the wheel. Learn a short lesson in wedging, centering and then working the wheel. They will also learn basic hand-building. Pieces will be bisque fired then glazed on the last date and the students will have to return to pick up their work.
Find out more »Bayside Youth Ballet Summer Dance Experience
Summer Dance Experience Bayside Youth Ballet is offering a tuition-free Summer Dance Experience from July 16 through July 20th at Diggs School of Dance. The children will learn about dance and be introduced to classical ballet with the goal of providing rich experiences for them to enjoy and encourage an appreciation for the art of dance. The Summer Dance Experience will consist of a weeklong half-day camp focusing on learning and experiencing the world of dance at no expense to…
Find out more »Boredom Buster – Post-It Note Art
Boredom Buster Post-It Note Art Main Library & Point Branch July 16 - July 22 Grades 6-12
Find out more »Seaside Art for Kids @ Arts on Main
Seaside Art July 16 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Let’s celebrate our love of the beach! Create a bubble wrap fish, a seashell turtle, mermaid slime, and sand clay handprint art. Nautical snack included! Ages 5-10 Date: July 16 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cost: $20
Find out more »Noah’s Ark Workshop!
Noah's Ark Workshop! Monday, July 16 @ 6:30pm, Main Library Registration opens July 2 Make a reading buddy. Limited space. Grades K-2.
Find out more »StoryTime! – Little Pillars
StoryTime! Little Pillars Tuesdays @ 10:15am June 5, 12, 19, & 26 July 10, 17, & 24 Registration opens May 22 Rhyme, Read, Play, and Learn the Eric Carle way! Ages birth - 24 months.
Find out more »VIMS Public Tour – July 17, 2018
This 1.5 hour guided tour is most interesting for adults and older children (9 and up welcome). Learn about local seagrasses and the animals they harbor; get an up-close view of live animals in VIMS' Visitors Center; and tour the Nunnally Ichthyology Collection (preserved fisheries collection) with over 300,000 specimens.
Find out more »Family Trees
Family Trees Tuesdays, 1-5pm - May 1 & 15, June 5 & 19, July 3 & 17 Thursdays, 1-5pm - May 3 & 17, June 7 & 28, July 5 & 19 Discover family history! A representative from the Gloucester Genealogical Association offers one-on-one help to ensure that your research is accurate, complete and well-documented. FREE. No registration required.
Find out more »Book Club – Afternoon
Book Clubs Afternoon - Third Tuesdays @ 1pm May 15 - The Beekeeper’s Apprentice by Laurie R. King June 19 - Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain July 17 - The Spymistress by Jennifer Chiaverini August 21 - Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood Meet new friends, engage in lively conversations, and sink your nose into great books. Newcomers are always welcome to these sessions...feel free to attend regularly or just for titles of interest! One of the great advantages…
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