Fall 2023

PAINT LIKE BOB ROSS | 18+ YRS Kathleen Sheppard, Certified Ross Instructor Enjoy learning to paint like Bob Ross from the “Joy of Painting” series on PBS and recreate one of his many paintings of beautiful natural scenes. Bob Ross used a “wet on wet technique” of painting that can be used by all skill levels including those who have never painted before. Take home a complete 11”x14” oil painting and have fun learning this technique! In September, we recreate “The Footbridge” painting together from Bob Ross’s show in Season 24, Episode 12. In November, we learn how to paint “Fisherman’s Paradise” together from Bob Ross’s show in Season 25, Episode 11. Aprons are provided, but we recommend you wear clothing that can get messy. All supplies provided. Register by the Monday prior (September 18 or November 6) to participate. 443593 A 2-4 pm Su 9/24 443596 A 2-4 pm Su 11/12 Sunny 95 Park, Amelita Mirolo Barn $60

ZENTANGLE® FOR BEGINNERS | 50+ YRS Kathy Lamancusa Zentangle®, also known as the art of creative doodling, can promote mental clarity while promoting relaxation. Using the creative side of your brain gives your mind and body a chance to decompress and relax, just a few minutes a day can have huge personal benefits. Learn very simple steps that produce amazing results! Each week you learn four-five tangles and you put all the tangles together to create a stunning design by the end of the course. A supply list is 3 sessions ZENTANGLE® - MORE PATTERNS | 50+ YRS Kathy Lamancusa Known as yoga for the mind, Zentangle® promotes mental clarity and relaxation. This class is designed to enhance your skills. While it is not a beginner course, beginners are welcome to join. Focusing on using Zentangle elements for creating Holiday gifts. 553141 A 10-11:30 am W 11/1 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 $10 HANDMADE CARDS | 50+ YRS Carol Mariotti Let your creative juices flow as we make four handmade greeting cards in each class. These projects are easy enough for a beginning paper crafter and cute enough for the more advanced. Bring a tape runner or two-sided tape, liquid glue and small scissors, all other materials provided. Each session offers different card designs. You MUST register one week before each class to allow the instructor time to prepare the materials for you. 553130 A 10 am-Noon M 9/18 553130 B 10 am-Noon M 10/16 553130 C 10 am-Noon M 11/13 553130 D 10 am-Noon M 12/11 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 $20 MINDFUL MANDALA DRAWING CLASS 50+ YRS Kathy Rausch The mandala is a magical and ancient art form used by every walk of life. Simply put, it is a circle with symbols inside. Creating a mandala super charges your brain by incorporating geometry and creativity and you are mindful and creative at the same time. Learn how to draw a mandala using ancient techniques of creativity. Create an 8”x 8” mandala that is completely unique. Everyone gets the same instructions and every mandala turns out different! All supplies included. 553111 A 12:30-3:30 pm Th 9/21 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 105 $30 attached to your emailed receipt. 553140 A 10-11:30 am W Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 $25 O 9/20-10/4

ARTS & CULTURE

Older Adult IRIS FOLDING | 50+ YRS Kathy Lamancusa

The first iris-folded designs were created using recycled envelopes. The finished designs are similar to the view of the iris of a camera, hence the name. With all the beautiful craft papers available today, iris-folding has taken on a new life. Learn all the basics while completing three Holiday card designs. Students should bring small sharp scissors, scotch tape and a double-sided tape runner. All other materials provided. A supply list is sent with your emailed receipt as an attachment. 553133 A 1-2:30 pm W 9/13 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 105 $15

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