This class will focus on writing poetry with an emphasis on personal style and as an “expression of an experience.” Also, as time permits we will peek into the poetry of other eras and cultures. We will also do some short “right-brain” exercises to “loosen up” our creativity. This is a 3 day course. Thursdays […]
Learn to stretch your own artwork like a pro! Join local artist Brooke Wandall to master techniques, tips, and tricks for a gallery-ready finish—plus skills in measuring, stapling, and corner folding. Perfect for artists of all levels ready to showcase their creations with confidence.
Discover how to select, prepare, and cook a variety of exotic mushrooms to bring rich, earthy flavors and new techniques into your kitchen.
When faced with systems and structures that say “no,” how do we respond? Ready to “Fight City Hall”? explores personal advocacy as both an inner and outer practice, offering space to reflect on resistance, resilience, and the power of informed, everyday action.
Part 2: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Create a one-of-a-kind felted bowl in this two-day workshop. Participants will learn the basics of wet felting, explore color and texture, and leave with a beautiful decorative piece. Beginners welcome.
Explore the challenges and misconceptions of hearing loss, and learn how education and awareness can help shift the conversation and reduce stigma.
A welcoming, hands-on culinary experience designed for adults of diverse abilities to build confidence in the kitchen, develop foundational cooking skills, and explore their creativity through food. Participants will learn, collaborate, and enjoy being part of a supportive community while preparing a delicious menu (TBA). This class is supported by a grant for the Michael […]
Part 2: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn the fundamentals of still life painting with local artist Cadee Rockwell. This two- part class focuses on observing objects in space, positive and negative shape relationships, and creating strong compositions. Open to all levels and suitable for oil or
acrylic painters.
Learn how to make flaky pie dough and flavorful fillings while creating three pies from scratch. Participants take home all three pies to enjoy.
Attracting our Feathered Friends workshop with the Penn State Master Gardeners where they will present the keys to entice and support songbirds in our gardens year-round. It takes more than a bird feeder. Seasonal needs, nesting, overwintering, and migration will be covered.
Join acclaimed cartoonist, illustrator, and author Mark Schultz. Known for his award-winning Xenozoic Tales series—beloved for over three decades—Mark brings a rich blend of storytelling, science, and visual artistry to his work. Enjoy a live demonstration, artist talk, and Q&A as he shares his creative process and career insights.
Discover the powerful visual history of northeastern Pennsylvania’s coal region in this lecture on historic photography from the Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum. Learn how photographers, both professional and amateur, captured the landscapes, people, and everyday life shaped by anthracite mining over the past 140 years. From iconic early images to social documentary photography that influenced […]