District 622 Community Education

Kick off the summer by creating a simple, yet eye-catching plant hanger that displays three natural or artificial plants. Hang it on a porch or shed or enjoy it in your home office or sunroom. A variety of subtle, colorful and whimsical canvas fabrics will be available for you to choose from. Basic sewing skills recommended. $25 supply fee paid to instructor. Supply List Sewing machine All-purpose thread Fabric scissors or rotary cutter and mat Ruler Seam Ripper Universal sewing machine needle, size 14 or 16 Pins For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Do you know how to use your sewing machine but looking for a simple project to build your confidence and skills? Choose from various cotton fabrics and then make one or two simple projects, such as a bowl or cup cozy, an oven mitt, a placemat, a hair bow, or a pet bandana. $10 supply fee paid to instructor in class for fabric. Supply List Sewing machine White, all-purpose thread Fabric scissors or rotary cutter and mat Ruler Seam Ripper Pins For classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby and the classrooms are down the first hallway on the left.

Unleash your creativity in Crafting in Community! Whether you bring your own project or dive into ours, this is a unique opportunity to connect with others and explore your crafty side. Each session features a theme, but participation is optional—feel free to pursue your passion. Basic art supplies are provided, and if your project demands special tools, bring them along. Join us for a blend of artistry, socializing, and personal expression—it's a crafting experience designed for everyone For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Get creative while turning random pieces of fabric and ribbon into decorative flowers that can be displayed or worn on your favorite hat, jacket or outfit. Have fun as you cut, hand-sew, or glue together various colors and patterns uniquely you. Finish by embellishing your flowers with specific buttons and bobbles! $5 supply fee payable to the instructor in class. Bring to Class: fabric scissors, a sharp pencil or fabric marking pen, glue gun if you have one. Sandra Bengtson For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance. For Classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby and the classrooms are down the first hallway on the left.

Did you know that hand embroidery has been practiced around the world for centuries and includes over 300 different stitches? Join us for this introductory class where you’ll learn 10 basic stitches including the Running, Back, Chain, and Blanket stitch, a French Knot, and more. Leave class with a completed project and the confidence to tackle hand embroidery on your own. Bring a 6” embroidery hoop and scissors. $5 supply fee paid to instructor Sandra Bengtson For Classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby and the classrooms are down the first hallway on the left.

Discover the rich culture of henna. Henna is a dye prepared from the leaves of a henna tree, also known as Egyptian privet. Henna is temporary body art resulting from the staining of the skin from the dyes. After stains reach their peak color, they hold for a few days, then gradually wear off, typically within two to three weeks. Learn the basics of henna tattoos and practice them. The instructor will fill in or finish your henna design and take-home henna cone. All the materials will be provided. Swetha Avula For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Get every printed photo, digital photo and memorabilia organized with this photo organization plan. Learn about scanning for slides, movies, prints...backing up, cloud storage and scanners. Discover easy ways to repair old photos. You'll leave with a plan for a system that allows you to access every photo you own in seconds. For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Grab a friend and learn how to make two colorful fused glass butterflies (about 4.5 in. by 4 in.) Decorate your unique butterflies with specialties glass (dichroic, Murrine, stringers and more) The pieces will be fused and slumped after the class and then hangers added. Butterflies will be available for pick up 7-10 days after the class. All materials and tools are provided with a supply fee. The material fee is $20 payable to the instructor. Ellen Aeling For Classes at Skyview Park in the south lot and enter through door 6, signs indicate Activities Entrance.

Join Vanessa as you learn to paint a beautiful scene in watercolors. You’ll know step-by-step instructions and understand the difference between dry brush work, wet-on-wet, and wet-on-dry. This is a great no-fear way to learn to paint using watercolors. You may find the watercolor supply list here: tinyurl.com/pvhn5e8h Vanessa Merry AEA2A - Thursday, Jan. 25 - $19 - Village AEA2B - Thursday, Feb. 29 - $19 - Flowers AEA2C - Thursday, Mar. 21 - $19 - Palm Tree AEA2D - Thursday, Apr. 18 - $19 - Sea Turtle AEA2E - Thursday, May 2 - $19 - Sunset Watercolor supplies needed: Artist’s Loft ™ Fundamentals ™ Watercolor Pan Set, Watercolor Paper such as Canson 9 x 12 pad Watercolor Brushes such as Royal & Langnickel acrylic handle round number 10 brush Recommended - 1 inch flat soft bristle flat brush Other Supplies Needed: Pencil Cup or jar for water Paper towel A board to tape paper flat to. Masking tape Hair dryer to speed dry time