Monday: Mar 29th

• 12-2pm: Make your own cuts & gauges with stage make up!

  Using liquid latex and a little fake blood, you can make your own injuries! its a great trade to know for halloween!

  Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): liquid latex, toothpicks, paintbrushes, red food coloring, caro syrup, wax paper, scary or creepy music.

  This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome

• 2-4pm: Collage party!

  Let's get together and share collage supplies and materials and create collages! We can use old printed matter, recycled materials, magazines, glue sticks, stickers, found materials, old books, photographs, anything really!

  Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): bag/box of (old photos, tape, papers, ribbon, newsprint, old books, magazines etc.), glue stick, heavy stock paper, cardboard or other paper surfaces, and Modge Podge or gel medium.

  This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 5-6pm: Circles

  I would like to hold a group discussion/activity with other people who love circles. Circles are historically, religiously, artistically, geometrically, architecturally, aesthetically and symbolically significant. I would love for other people who love circles to collaboratively teach this with me. Please comment and expand on this idea.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): any item or image that highlights the significance of circles, something circular that you love.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-9pm: Relief Printing/Rubber Stamp Workshop

  Learn the process of creating, carving & printing a custom image! In basic terms, we will be creating one of a kind rubber stamps. It's super easy and really fun!

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): piece of glass (like a piece form an old frame), high quality paper like cardstock, bristol or other papers you would like to print on, wooden spoon, speedball speedy carve block, carving gauge, ink roller, speedball water-based paint.

This class is closed to the following participants: cynde, christopher, Minh, merdoc, isa, efraintorres, k8oo, sunshine, monivilla, CarnyVal, melissa, marie, autumnh, Brianna, angelabartlett

Tuesday: Mar 30th

• 12-2pm: Letter Writing Club

  Do you love writing letters and receiving mail?! If so, lets meet to discuss the epistolary arts.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): favorite stationary/paper, postcard paper, writing pen, significant letters you have written or received that you would like to share, address book, unique stamps, mail art listings.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 2-4pm: I want to learn how to knit!

  I just want to learn the basics of knitting so I could at least know the terms, use two needles & yarn and make a scarf :)

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): yarn, knitting needles

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 5-6pm: Knitting Typography

  Learn to incorporate type into any object you knit! It would be best if you already know the basics of knitting but everyone is welcome!

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): yarn, knitting needles, graph paper and pencil

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-9pm: How to Crochet

  I have always wanted to learn how to crochet. is there someone out there who can teach me?

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): crochet hooks and yarn

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

Wednesday: Mar 31st

• 12-1:30pm: How to tie a tie

  The majority of young men, myself included, do not know how to tie a tie. I rarely come across an occasion where having a tie is required but every so often im invited to an event were wearing one would be appropriate. All of my friends are all tired of me asking them to tie one for me, so it's about time for me to learn. If there is anyone who knows how to tie different types of knots i am eager to learn.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies; (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): a tie or a few to share, pictures of that highlight well tied ties, short, written stories that relate to tying ties, anything else tie related.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 1:30-3pm: Learn how to sew/mend simple things

  Need to learn to sew that button back on? Mend a seam? sew a hem? it can all be done by hand...no machine needed! I can show you how!

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): something you want to sew or repair such as a pair of pants with a missing button, a torn hem, a piece of cloth you want to turn into a pillow, etc.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 3-4pm: T-Shirt RECYCLING!!!

  PLEASE COME AND JOIN ME IN THE CLASS MADE FOR SHIRT RECYCLING!!! ANY SHIRT YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING CAN BE MADE INTO A VINTAGE ITEM..

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): old or thrift store tee shirts, other old clothes or fabric, scissors, beads, decorations, baubles, doodads, needle and thread, sharpie permanent markers, glue gun.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 5-6pm: Music sharing party

  I have always been into music but being a new mom I have found myself less "in the loop" on new alternative music. Recently I heard "The Tallest Man on Earth" and realized there is so much amazing stuff out there right now. If you also are into music that is not played on the radio, not top ten, not billboard chart stuff - then let's get together a sample some music.

Note: this class is not about illegally downloading music. It IS about bringing music you like and listening to samples from each participant.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): head phones, mp3 players, portable cd players, cds or music files to play, notepaper and pad to take notes about the music you liked. If you are continuing t-shirt recycling class bring those materials as well.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-9pm: Bookmaking/Bookbinding

  how are books made? i really want to learn the in's and out's of putting a book together. a skill i can take home. i want to throw my own books together for events or people and give them away as gifts.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): newspaper, pencil, ruler, scissors, x-acto knife, paper and card stock (any color, style to be used in your book), blunt ended sewing needle, bone folder, awl, linen thread

This class is closed to the following participants: christopher, cynde, Minh, chaffeysheryl, isa, rtilton, KellyJ, hALi, lzbthgunn, crystal, nwccody, andreatorresi, yvonnevitt

Thursday: April 1st

• 12-2pm: Recipes

  Let's exchange favorite recipes!

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): Favorite recipe books, photocopies or handwritten copies of favorite recipes, personalized recipe scrapbook, pictures of meals from favorite recipes, any visuals or written documents related to the enjoyment of preparing and eating food, a sample of one of your favorite dishes.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 2-4pm: Victorian Optical Amusements

  I would love to teach participants how to make Victorina optical amusements like the thaumatrope and zoetrope. I have several patterns that can be photocopied, hand embellished and simply constructed to amuse and entertain. I can also explain the history and science behind the devices.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): Victorian costume or accessories, scissors, X-Acto knife, markers

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 5-6pm: Tell your life story in six words

  I heard a great story on the radio this afternoon (see link below) Six Word Memoir is a website that asks the public to sum up their life in just 6 words. Some of the entries are heartbreaking and some are hilarious. I think this would be a great way to get to know a new bunch of people. I would like to lead a group in not only summing up our whole life but various aspects of life, such as childhood, school, career path, profession, parenting etc. I think distilling oneself into such a limited form would be very intriguing.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): ideas for various six word memoirs for yourself, print outs of your favorite six-word memoirs from http://www.smithmag.net/sixwords/

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-8pm: Documenting the Daily

  So many little stories happen everyday around you. Learn how to document these life tidbits with photos, journaling, quotes, music and ephemera. Create a time capsule of your here and now.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): small memory invoking items, diary, old letters, printouts of special emails, old photographs, samples of special songs, sounds, etc

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

Friday: April 2nd

• 12-2pm: Things about computers you should know but think you already know

  Over the years, I have noticed that many people use computers but don't have a clue about whats really going on in front of them. All these gigabytes and megawhos can be a little daunting to someone at first but with a little basic fundamental knowledge of computers you'll be able to know how it all works together. If you've never used a computer or you always wanted to know how yours works this will be a nice chat.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 2-4pm: Music Sharing Party

  I have always been into music but being a new mom I have found myself less "in the loop" on new alternative music. Recently I heard "The Tallest Man on Earth" and realized there is so much amazing stuff out there right now.

Note: this class is not about illegally downloading music. It IS about bringing music you like and listening to samples from each participant.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): head phones, mp3 players, portable cd players, cds or music files to play, notepaper and pad to take notes about the music you liked.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 5-6pm: What is a cult film?

  i would like to have a discussion about cult films. what makes a movie a cult film, what movies do you recommend, where can you find these movies? we can all share our experiences viewing these movies, make lists of our top films or just shout movies quotes at each other the whole time. if you love satire, horror, 80's coming of age, low budget, so bad there good, sci fi, independent, intentional ironic or the accidentally ironic movies then i want to talk to you. we could have much to learn from each other.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): dvds , clips of favorite scenes, images, posters, music/audio, toys/collectibles, related to your favorite cult classics, come in costume or makeup related to your favorite cult classic, art inspired by cult classics, anything else that relates to cult classics.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-9pm: Screen Printing with Different Mediums

  Screen printing with, acrylics,water based inks , and photo

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): black and white images photo-copied onto acetate material (costs one dollar at most photocopy stores), a light colored 100% cotton shirt, piece of material, tote bag or other fabric that you would like to print onto.

This class is closed to the following participants: q.seanthomas, Shawn, Schlener, MFlanders, efraintorres, cynde, Minh, christopher, chaffeysheryl, merdoc, nicoleA, Disa, hALi, kate, autumnh, skeet, angelabartlett, amandaboerger, ez123lopez, KellyJ, metomato8, bear, art, katiebutkus, JAIME, sheila6042, Cantspeak, drm24, Brianna, chris.phillips, monivilla, roxane

Saturday: April 3rd

• 12-2pm: Paint as Abstraction: Exploring the difference between abstract and non-representational painting

  What is commonly referred to as "abstract" painting, I believe, can actually be divided into two distinct categories: abstract and non-representational. Whereas abstraction deals with forms or images derived from another source, non-representation deals with the structure and materiality of the painting. Obviously, there is tremendous grey area between these two poles, which is what I'd like to hash out in discussion. In this class, I would begin with a presentation of relevant works from historical and contemporary painting. Discussion would be encouraged during the presentation and the remaining time would be devoted entirely to discussion. My idea for this class stems from the ideas presented by Ayn Rand in her book, "Introduction to Objectivist Epistemology" which explores the relationship between language, definitions, and concept formation.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 2-4pm: Water Color travel kit/ Altoids hack

  I would like to show you how to make a 6 color water color kit complete with mixing pallet out of an Altoids Tin. I can also teach you how to make a brush which carries its own water out of a child's art kit.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): Altoid or other small metal tin

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 5-6pm: Skin Art - creating your own perfect tattoo design

  I would like to get helpful hints, advice, tips and techniques from professional tattoo artists. Some do's and don'ts and some thoughts about color choices.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): drawings of tattoo designs, book, magazine or other source images of tattoo design you like, information about what style or imagery you want to focus on.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-9pm: Zombie Assault, Defense/Preparedness

  We all know its coming. Hordes of brain starved, undead-dead will be in our streets. You can pick the cause; Hell is full, Mutant Virus, GMOs, Medical cure gone array. What can be done to insure you and yours will survive the coming fight. I have been studying this question for some years and would like to share my knowledge with other concerned citizens.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): zombie or zombie survivor costumes, zombie paraphernalia, zombie music, zombie books, images or collectables, melon, paper mache’ or soft sculpture versions of axe, sword, rifle or other zombie hunting equipment.

Note: No actual, real weapons can be brought to this class.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

Sunday: April 4th

• 2-4pm: Social Board Games and Card games

  I would like to learn how to play table games. the kind of games people would play in social clubs, games like hearts, backgammon, bridge, pinochle, cribbage, dominoes games where you can enjoy the company of friends, share gossip and have a casual cocktail or two.

Note: alcoholic drinks cannot be served in the gallery.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): any board, card or social game you have, books, instructions related to games, people you know who know how to play any board, card or social game.

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.

• 6-9pm: Film Class

  I'd like to start a class on filmmaking with Shawn Schlener or learn from him as a student. We were classmates and both have the same passion for movies. To watch the evolution of a story from script to screen is incredible. Discussing the history, techniques, and little things that go unnoticed would be very interesting. Not only would the discussion be fun, but going out and creating our own stories, making our own films to view would enhance the experience. Through this we could teach people different camera angles, uploading process, editing, special effects, and everything in between. Even the process of writing a script, auditions from actors, and possible entry into some of our favorite film festivals. The work could be uploaded to YouTube as well to reach out to those around the world. We were both taught by Erik Jacobson, a wonderful professor of cinema. He is very passionate about the art and inspires us. We look up to him and he would be a wonderful speaker to better explain the art of sound and motion. The only limitation would be our imagination.

Students: we encourage students to bring any/all of the following supplies (but if you cannot you are still invited to participate): dvds or clips from your favorite movies, notebook to take notes, video camera

This class is open to all, walk-ins welcome.