PAJAKI CHANDELIER ART

Wednesday, March 15, 3 – 5pm

Join us to learn this traditional polish folk art! Pająki (literally translated as spiders) are made of straw, and very often decorated with colorful yarn and paper ornaments. They come in various shapes and types. Traditionally they adorned interiors of cottages, hanging down from the beams. They were prepared for various important celebrations such as Christmas (originally winter solstice) or Easter (spring equinox). They were meant to disperse bad luck and ward off evil spirits, working a bit similar to dream catchers. Pająki used to be prepared each year and burned during autumn festivals.

JEWELRY MAKING

Monday, March 6, 1 – 3pm

Join us to learn a few basic steps to make a pair of dangle earrings. A variety of colored beads and stones will be available, plus all tools. 

MACRAME KEYCHAIN

Wednesday, March 1, 2 – 3:30pm

It’s knot so hard! Learn to weave some beginner macrame patterns to create two different styles of keychain – a feather pattern, and a dragonfly pattern.  

BEGINNER WATERCOLORS

Ink & Wash Flowers: Wednesday, March 1, 11am – 1pm

Farmhouse Meadow Scene: Wednesday, March 15, 11am – 1 pm

Bokeh Flower Scene: Wednesday, March 29, 11am – 1 pm

Our watercolor series continues with three new projects!  New people are always welcome! In this series you will see what makes watercolors so special and relaxing, and pick up some basic technique. Materials are provided but feel free to bring your preferred paint, paper or brushes.

Dreaming of Spring…

DECORATIVE PLANTERS

Monday, March 20, 1 – 3pm

You’ll be surprised how a plastic planter can be transformed into something stylish using some simple materials like sticks and jute. Take home a beautiful decorative planter!

SUNCATCHERS

Monday, March 13, 2-4 pm

Create a glass bead suncatcher to capture the light in your home . 

MINI BIRDHOUSES 

Monday, March 13, 5-7 pm

Join us to paint and decorate a mini birdhouse to attract some feathered friends! Materials provided.

FIBER ARTS CIRCLE

Monday, March 6, 6 – 7pm
Monday, March 13, 12 – 1pm
Monday, March 20, 6 – 7pm

Bring your projects…knit, crochet, needle felting, needle point, macrame, embroidery and more. It’s more fun and social together! 

CHAIR YOGA

Monday, March 6, 10 – 10:45am 

Build strength and balance. Practice breath work and mindfulness for body, mind and soul. With Instructor Lonnie June, at the RHO Community Center (5 Club House Ln. in Stony Point). Chair Yoga is especially beneficial for beginners, seniors or those recovering from injuries. Registration is recommended. Donations are appreciated.

This program typically meets the first Monday of every month, so check the calendar!

TAI CHI

Wednesday, March 1, 9 – 10am
Wednesday, March 8, 9 – 10am
Wednesday, March 15, 9 – 10am
Wednesday, March 22, 9 – 10am
Wednesday, March 29, 9 – 10am

Join Instructor Mark Breithaupt to learn Tai Chi – known to improve balance and flexibility.  Start your day off with breath & movement; mindfulness for body and mind. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat for meditation/relaxation at the end. At the RHO Community Center (5 Club House Ln. in Stony Point).  Registration is not required. 

ORIGAMI ART – VALENTINE’S PAPER FOLDING

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 1pm – 3pm

Join us to learn a couple simple paper folding projects – a heart that folds into an envelope, and a book page rose. The ancient art of Origami is not as hard as you may think, and is a great way to focus the mind while you create amazing forms. For adults and seniors. 

BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK – VALENTINE’S TEEN GOODIE BAGS!

Pickup Feb. 9 – Feb. 14

Pick up a goodie bag that contains a surprise YA book, chocolates, and other self-care goodies for the perfect night in this Valentine’s Day!  One bag per registration. For teens and tweens. 

CHAIR YOGA

Monday, Feb. 6, 10am – 10:45am 

Build strength and balance. Practice breath work and mindfulness for body, mind and soul. With Instructor Lonnie June, at the RHO Community Center (5 Club House Ln. in Stony Point). Chair Yoga is especially beneficial for beginners, seniors or those recovering from injuries. Registration is recommended. Donations are appreciated.

This program typically meets the first Monday of every month, so check the calendar!

TAI CHI

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 9am – 10am 
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 9am – 10am 
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 9am – 10am

Join Instructor Mark Breithaupt to learn Tai Chi – known to improve balance and flexibility.  Start your day off with breath & movement; mindfulness for body and mind. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat for meditation/relaxation at the end. At the RHO Community Center (5 Club House Ln. in Stony Point).  Registration is not required. 

FIBER ARTS CIRCLE

Monday, Feb. 6, 6 – 7pm
Monday, Feb. 13, 11am – 12pm
Monday, Feb. 27, 11am – 12pm

Join us and bring your projects…knit, crochet, needle felting, needle point, macrame, embroidery and more. It’s more fun and social together! 

DESIGN YOUR OWN PUZZLE

Wednesday, Feb. 22, 3pm – 5pm

These blank puzzles are so fun! Design your own with markers – you can create your own design, try to copy a famous work of art, or use one of our templates provided. 

BOOKBINDING – MAKE YOUR OWN FOLIO PAMPHLET

Monday, Feb. 20, 2 pm – 4 pm

Learn how to bind your own folio journal. We will start by creating the cover and then learn to sew papers together to create the text block. Everyone will create their own unique book. These make great gifts! This project takes a lot of personal instruction so the class is limited to the first 6 people who register.

MOMIGAMI – THE JAPANESE ART OF KNEADING PAPER

Wednesday, Feb. 27, 1pm – 3pm

Momigami is the Japanese art form of kneading paper. Traditionally a starch is used to strengthen a special Japanese paper. Then the paper is crumpled to achieve a high degree of flexibility, almost like leather or fabric. In this modern adaptation, we will use various papers and knead them with oil. It is a meditative art and can be very relaxing.