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Saturday, May 6 from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join instructor Suzanne Balestri to learn the basics of Fused Glass and create your own glass jewelry to keep for yourself or give as a gift. Mother’s Day is coming up! This fun workshop offers a perfect introduction to kiln-formed or fused glass for beginners, and allows those who have worked with glass before to hone their abilities and finesse their skills. You will learn how fused glass differs from other forms of art glass, how to use the various tools involved in creating glass art, and how to cut and grind the glass you will be using in your wearable art project. Using a colorful array of glass and pre-fired adornments, you’ll construct abstract or representational designs to be fashioned into earrings, pendants, rings, cuff links, even belt buckles! Each student will have roughly 8” x 8” of space in the kiln – plenty of space for several items! Your pieces will be fired in a glass kiln to completely fuse each design into one solid piece, and will be ready for you to pick up the following week. Workshop fee includes pre-workshop instructional videos, all glass, equipment, and kiln firing of several pieces. Supply Fee $10 (cash only) is due to instructor at the workshop. It includes pre-fused adornments plus jewelry findings for up to 3 items (excluding leather for bracelets/belts). Additional findings, chains, cording, and leather for bracelets and belts will also be available for cash purchase. This workshop is recommended for All Skill Levels – Ages 13 and up. Beginners welcome! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

4 Saturdays - May 13, 20, 27 & June 10 from 10 a.m. – Noon, except last class of the series is from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. In this 4-week class, instructor Lydia Kardos will teach the basics of handbuilding to create functional and sculptural ceramics. Working with mid fire clay, we will explore various methods of building forms and decorative techniques with glazes. Students will complete various projects throughout the course, learning the basics of clay materials and handbuilding — skills necessary to work independently in open studio. Students will be able to utilize a wide array of glazes and colors. All materials provided. Ages 12+ welcome! • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Monday May 8 & Friday, May 12 OR Saturday May 20 & Sunday, May 21 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome! This workshop is designed to teach students the basics of woodworking and shop safety, and serves as a strong foundation for further exploration in woodworking. In addition to what you make, our goal is for you to leave feeling more comfortable operating machinery and working in a shop environment. Students will make a cutting board, and through that process, learn how to safely use the miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw, drill press, router; as well as how to use clamps, glue up, and apply finish to their pieces. This class is a prerequisite for Wood Open Studio and recommended for further woodworking classes to establish safe practices in our studio. Materials provided. • Military discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

This workshop teaches the basics in Stained Glass. No previous glass experience is needed. During the workshop, students will complete a small project using glass they select from a variety of colors and textures. Different patterns are available to choose from. Students will learn how to handle glass, cut and grind glass, apply copper foil, and solder pieces together. Glass is included in the class price and all tools are supplied. Material fee: $10 payable to the instructor at the start of the workshop. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Wednesdays from 4:30 – 7 p.m. May 10, 17, 24, & June 7 This four-class series taught by Maria Tsagalakis serves as an introduction to wheel thrown ceramics where students will learn the important steps of throwing, trimming, and glazing. Each week a different step is taught. Within this 4-week course, students learn how to create functional pottery pieces while exploring their creativity! Projects will be ready to pick up 1-2 weeks after the last class. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome! • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Spend the afternoon sipping tea with an array of fine tea selections paired with delectable finger sandwiches and pastries. This memorable family gathering will feature a special make-your-own succulent gift for the mom in your life and a glass of bubbly.

Come to the workshop to make a cozy Chunky Knit Blanket! We are now offering more styles to cuddle, our classic Chunky Knit Blanket and our {New} Chunky Herringbone Knit Blanket! We will guide you step-by-step through the hand knitting process to create one. This workshop requires no needles or knitting experience! PLEASE NOTE: Classic Chunky Knit Blanket comes with 5 skeins. Chunky Herringbone Knit Blanket comes with 6 skeins. You will be able to choose your yarn colors when you arrive for your workshop. We offer a selection of neutral colors (i.e gray, cream, and tan) along with a few other color choices. Colors may be limited and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Sunday, May 21 from 1 – 5 p.m. OR Saturday, August 12 from 1 – 5 p.m. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome! In instructor Jeanine Ertl’s class, students will weave together in a space of colorful creativity and openness. She will provide instruction on weaving, a warped lap loom and a rainbow of recycled sari silk ribbon and yarn fibers to ignite your imagination. And we’ll weave together, learning and playing with the basics of the process from start to finish, each creating a unique handwoven that can be hung or draped, according to your desires. Please feel free to bring any items you may want to incorporate into your weaving, like interesting fibers, foraged and gathered natural objects, shells with holes, beads, etc. you may want to incorporate into your weaving. Each Weaver will complete a one-of-a-kind Handwoven Wall Hanging. In addition, if you find that you’re in love with the practice, you will have an option to purchase the loom you are working with, as well as additional fiber and tools to continue at home. I’ll have tea and water on-hand, as we explore mindfully making in a space of creativity & harmony with others. • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers welcome • Military and sibling discounts Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

On May 2, in commemoration of the AAPI Heritage Month, join us for the film screening of Kristoffer Brugada's "An Elegy to Forgetting", a poignant documentation on his own father's heartbreaking journey with Alzheimer's disease. The screening will start at 1 P.M. followed by the panel discussion at 3 P.M. at the Neil Morgan Auditorium located within the San Diego Central Library. The panel will be moderated by Joe Garbanzos, State President at AARP California. Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for this informative and thought-provoking event.

May 27 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Come learn the ropes (ha ha!) and join us for a DIY Macramé Succulent Wall Hanger class! Macrame projects and succulents are perfect for any home décor, whether you’re going for a boho chic look or simply want to add a touch of nature to a room. Each student will make TWO mini succulent wall hangings in this workshop. Two potted succulents (tiny ceramic pots that can be used with real succulents OR provided faux potted succulents as seen in the photos) will be included. Age 11 and up is recommended or 8+ if accompanied by an adult. This class requires a minimum of 3 people. You’ll receive a full refund if we do not meet the minimum. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter