Thursday, 28 May 2015
Paint Your Own Pottery: Wedding Gifts
"Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing activity that can be done solo or with a group of friends. Personalize a gift for the happy couple! Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Sunday, 31 May 2015
Argentine Tango
This Milonga is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or socks.
Monday, 01 Jun 2015
Crochet Class
Use fun colors to make some household accessories like pot holders, face scrubbies, loofas, and more. See how to incorporate the three standard stitches into project construction and finishing. Also learn how to read crochet patterns for future projects. Bring a size F or G needle. Yarn will be provided.
Tuesday, 02 Jun 2015
Tango Basics
Tango is a rich and complex improvisational dance, considered to be the most challenging yet most fulfilling of all the partnered dances. Starting with a salida, learn to link basic movement patterns so you can have a dancing "conversation" with your partner. Learn the language of Tango and "speak" it with the music. Tango can improve your balance, focus, sensitivity and your ability to work with and respond to a partner. Plus, it's loads of fun!
Wednesday, 03 Jun 2015
Mat Cutting Workshop
Learn to size mats, cut straight and beveled edges, and hinge mount artwork. Bring a 5 x 7 or smaller art piece with you to class. This class is required in order to use the mat cutter on your own.
Slovak Wire Jewelry Workshop
Come and learn beginning techniques of traditional Slovak wire craft from an accomplished Slovak artisan! A mother and daughter team will teach the class and some of the instruction will translated from Slovak to English. Make a pendant from a rock or found object and/or a wire wrap bracelet. Bring an item to make into a pendant; a few stones will be available for purchase at the class. Sponsored by Worldly Goods and Ames Community Arts Council.
Belly Dance
A Three Pillars Delsarte based approach to Middle Eastern Belly Dance in the style of award winning performer Shiara. These classes teach the basic movements of belly dance with a specific focus and detailed exploration each week. There are two beginning classes per evening on Wednesdays (7-8:10pm and 8:20-9:30pm). Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Punch cards are good for 1 year from purchase date.
Belly Dance
A Three Pillars Delsarte based approach to Middle Eastern Belly Dance in the style of award winning performer Shiara. These classes teach the basic movements of belly dance with a specific focus and detailed exploration each week. There are two beginning classes per evening on Wednesdays (7-8:10pm and 8:20-9:30pm). Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Punch cards are good for 1 year from purchase date.
Thursday, 04 Jun 2015
Paint Your Own Pottery: Mug Night
"Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing activity that can be done solo or with a group of friends. Choose from mugs of all sizes for your favorite beverage. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Woodshop Orientation
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Your Wedding Dance Workshop
Learn an easy, stress-free routine to get through the reception's "first dance" whether you are the bride, groom, wedding party, parents or just someone attending the big day. Get help in choosing a dance to fit the style and occasion and have a great time at the reception. Beginners are welcome and partners aren't required.