Friday, July 24
Creating Simple Accordion Books
Dive into the delightful world of accordion books – the simplest of book formats. Discover styles and techniques to create your own inventive folding
Saturday, July 25
Root & Reset: A Day in Nature
Root & Reset: A Day in Nature
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Offsite:
Genesee Outdoor Experiential Learning Center at 27570 Stapleton Drive
Sunday, July 26
Easy Paper Making From Natural Materials
Explore how simple it is to make paper from recycled materials. Start by making paper pulp, then use various screens to press and dry the pages. This
Friday, August 7
Lunchtime Zentangle: Lace - ONLINE
Using ink and colored pencils, explore the intricate, complex designs of the Zentangle® Method to create mesmerizing artworks inspired by the natural
Saturday, August 8
Watercolor and Ink Nature Journaling at Plains Conservation Center
Sunday, August 9
Carve Your Own Stamp
Using the familiar oblong pink eraser, design and carve an image to be printed on various papers with colorful inks. Take home several framed prints
Thursday, August 13
Cultivate Creativity Naturally
Like tending to a garden, creative productivity grows from healthy roots in healthy soil. In this three-part workshop, use collage and other
Saturday, September 5
Watercolor and Ink Nature Journaling at Plains Conservation Center
Saturday, September 19
Botanical Embroidery
In this one‑day embroidery workshop, take inspiration from the historical “Codex de la Cruz Badiano,” a 16th‑century manuscript depicting medicinal
Friday, September 25
Lunchtime Zentangle: 3D Flower - ONLINE
Using ink and colored pencils, explore the intricate, complex designs of the Zentangle® Method to create mesmerizing artworks inspired by the natural
Saturday, October 3
Watercolor and Ink Nature Journaling at Plains Conservation Center
Saturday, October 10
Maps in Mixed Media - ONLINE
In this online class, craft unique and visually captivating maps using media of your choice such as watercolor, ink and colored pencil. Learn how to
Sunday, October 11
Gelli Plate Printing with Botanicals
Discover the user-friendly, fun and intuitive gelatin plate printing process. Create unique botanical prints with acrylic paint and plant materials
Sunday, October 25
Simple Printmaking with Tetra Pak Cartons
This class is a fun, simple, ecofriendly and low-tech entry into printmaking using sturdy, recycled Tetra Pak cartons. The cartons can be cut with
Saturday, November 7
Grief is a Garden: Collage and Meaning Making
In this collage-based course, participants spend time in the Gardens and in the classroom to explore how to visualize feelings, wishes and memories
Watercolor and Ink Nature Journaling at Plains Conservation Center
Friday, November 13
Lunchtime Zentangle: Holiday Gift Tag - ONLINE
Using ink and colored pencils, explore the intricate, complex designs of the Zentangle® Method to create mesmerizing artworks inspired by the natural