Past Classes

Quilting
Learn to quilt a table runner, table topper, and/or mug rug from teaching artist, Cathy Blow.  With a focus on American patchwork, she will teach participants nine patch patterns by hand- and machine-quilting and will instruct students on how to make a 9 patch disappear into another design. In addition to machine piecing something to quilt, instructions will include how to quilt in your lap with quilt-as-you-go block assembly.  There will also be an old fashion floor frame for learning to quilt with a frame just like the old fashion quilting bee!

Introduction to Photography
In this hands-on course, participants will learn to master a DSLR or mirrorless camera using manual settings, unlocking their creative potential. Students will need their own camera and a computer for downloading and reviewing images. Through engaging lessons and diverse subject matter, participants will gain the skills to capture stunning photos and develop a keen eye for photography. This class is designed for photography enthusiasts with little to no prior experience but will also benefit those with some familiarity with photography.

Pottery
Join potter Randy Leo Wright for an 8-week hand building pottery workshop. You will learn basic ceramic techniques as you create pinch pots, coil pots, and textured seasonal-inspired pieces.

Basket Weaving
Join artist Uli Shepard as she teaches the basics of basket weaving. Working with reed, students will begin by making a basic square basket, followed by a market basket, and gain the skills needed to begin a round basket. Using hand-dyed materials, students will add their own creative touches to their creations.

Choral Connections
Whether you have never sung before or you have lots of singing experience, we welcome you to join us for 8 weeks of making music together. Using songs of different styles, we will work on producing a lovely sound, breath control, beginning music reading, and singing as a group.

Check out what our participants have to say about the classes.  Listen to interviews from participants and watch the video below:

The first series of classes were made possible by funding from the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) as administered by the State Library of North Carolina, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (IMLS grant number LS-253645-OLS-23).