Sautee Nacoochee, GA

ADULT CLASSES
FACE JUG WORKSHOPtip
FACE JUG WORKSHOP
Instructor Daniel Bollinger

Come make your own folk pottery! During a two hour workshop, you will learn how to decorate a jug with faces like a true folk potter. After your sculpting session, your wares will be fired with an alkaline glaze and you will be notified when they are ready to be picked up. Price includes class, materials, and firing.

Two separate workshops are scheduled.

Date: Sept 23, repeated Oct 14
Time: 10:00am to noon
Place: Folk Pottery Museum Studio
Class Fee: $125 (materials included)
Age: 16+
ClassMaximum: 12
Register for Sept 23 Register for Oct 14

HERITAGE SERIES: Beginner Basket Makingtip
HERITAGE SERIES: Beginner Basket Making
Instructor Randy Sells

Long ago our ancestors made containers, shelter and other things from reeds and grasses. In this class you'll learn the basics of weaving a basket and take your completed basket home with you!

The class is another installment in our Heritage Art and Craft Series. Call Jim Thomas at 706-878-3300 for more information.

Postponement: due to instructor's broken ankle
Dates: Postponed to Saturday, November 11
Time: 10am to 2pm.
Place: Community Hall
Registration Fee (pay to SNCA): $45
Supply Fee (pay to instructor): $25
Ages: adults only
Minimum Class size: 4
Maximum Class size: 8
Registration: SOLD OUT! Call Jim Thomas at 706-878-3300 for more information.

MAKE YOUR OWN NATURE-INSPIRED T-SHIRTtip
MAKE YOUR OWN NATURE-INSPIRED T-SHIRT
Instructor Kat von Hacke

Use natural materials to design a one-of-a-kind T-shirt for fall with artist Kat von Hacke of Appalachian Pup. T-shirts will be sprayed gently with bleach to create contrasting elements.

All sales are final; there are no refunds unless the artist or SNC cancels the event.

Date: Saturday, Oct. 14
Time: 10am to noon
Place: Old Cannery or SNC Art Studio
Registration Fee: $45 includes all supplies.
Ages: adults only
Minimum Class size: 4
Maximum Class size: 10
Registration deadline: Thursday, Oct 12, 5pm
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HERITAGE SERIES: Lye Soap Makingtip
HERITAGE SERIES: Lye Soap Making
Instructor Paula Puckett

Learn to make your own soap! You'll make a pan sized bar of soap, learn a recipe and find out how to cut and cure your soap. Lots of good clean fun!

The class is a monthly installment in our Heritage Art and Craft Series. Call Jim Thomas at 706-878-3300 for more information.

We apologize for the inconvenience but, due to technical difficulties, we must ask you to call the Center at (706)878-3300 to register.

More information

Date: Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023
Time: 10am to 2pm. Please bring lunch or snacks!
Place: SNC Art Studio
Registration Fee (pay to SNCA): $45
Supply Fee (pay to instructor): $10
Ages: adults only
Minimum Class size: 4
Maximum Class size: 10
Registration deadline: Thursday, Oct 12, 5pm

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MOVEMENT FOR VITALITY
Instructor Penny Pinson

Former modern dancer, Penny Pinson will guide class participants in movement that will bring enjoyment, awareness of possibilities, fitness, flexibility, strength, and well - VITALITY! Anyone who can walk can participate.

Come prepared to learn about your body and feel freedom from within. As Albert Einstein said, "Nothing happens until something moves".

Register for all 10 Mondays or drop in for $15.00.

Dates: Mondays, Oct 9 - Dec 11
Time: 5:30-7pm
Place: Community Hall
Cost: all 10 Mondays for $120
ClassMinimum: 8
ClassMaximum: 20
Register

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GUITAR WORKSHOP
Instructor Hiroya Tsukamoto

Learn some tricks of the trade from Hiroya Tsukamoto, a two-time second place winner of the International Fingerstyle Guitar Championship. Basic chords and basic knowledge is required, as well as bringing your own guitar.

one session: Sunday, Oct 22, noon-1:15pm
Place: Community Hall
Cost: $35, admission to performance included, 4pm in Center Theater
Ages: 12 and up
Maximum students: 10
Minimum students: 4
Sign up

HOLIDAY FLORAL WORKSHOPtip
HOLIDAY FLORAL WORKSHOP
Instructor Sidney Martin

Have you always wanted to learn the techniques for creating a stunning floral arrangement? Here is your chance to be taught by a master! Sidney Martin has spent 30+ years in the floral industry providing beautiful arrangements for weddings, parties, events, television and movie productions, and magazines. He is currently the lead designer at Soireé's Southern Events and Weddings in Clermont, GA.

During the workshop Sidney will be teaching valuable skills necessary to produce a beautiful holiday centerpiece that you will be making and taking with you to add to your own holiday decor. This is a perfect opportunity to gain this special knowledge that you can enjoy forever as you create your own masterpieces.

We certainly hope to see you at the workshop for an afternoon of holiday fun and beauty. Plan to enjoy this rewarding experience!

To register contact Jim Thomas at 706-878-3300

More information

1-day workshop: Sunday, November 12, 2pm - 5pm
Place: Community Hall
Registration Fee (pay to SNCA): $25
Flower/Materials Fee paid to Instructor: $50
Maximum students: 20
Minimum students: 10
Ages: Adults only
Registration deadline: Wednesday, November 8, 5pm

HERITAGE SERIES: Bobbin Lace Bookmarktip
HERITAGE SERIES: Bobbin Lace Bookmark
Instructor Nancy Baldwin

Lace making has been around since antiquity. There are many ways to make it and many types of bobbins to use. Many of those bobbins are quite beautiful! Come learn how to make a bookmark out of bobbin lace. Nancy will have everything you need to complete this fun and functional project!

The class is another installment in our Heritage Art and Craft Series. Call Jim Thomas at 706-878-3300 for more information.

More information

Date: Saturday, January 13, 2024
Time: 10am to 2pm.
Place: SNC Art Studio
Registration Fee (pay to SNCA): $45
Supply Fee (pay to instructor): $10
Ages: adults, children over 10 with enrolled adult
Minimum Class size: 2
Maximum Class size: 6
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 10 at 5pm

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COMMUNITY MEDITATION with Eric Graves

Meditation is said to be mind's gift to itself. In this 15-to-20-minute guided meditation beginners as well as advanced practitioners will use breath, visualization, and mantra to rest in the nature of mind. A brief introductory talk will be given for those new to meditation and/or curious about basic Buddhist principles. We will have a few available cushions but bringing your own can only help. There is no charge, but donations for the space and tea are happily accepted. Contact Eric Graves at emgravez@yahoo.com with any questions.

Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Place: Community Hall
Cost: donation welcome

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OPEN STUDIO WATERCOLOR PAINTING


Bring your supplies, what you want to paint and join the camaraderie of other local artists. There is not a set fee for these classes. However, donations are welcome.

Please contact Allison Hawkins at allisonthawkins@gmail.com or Cathy Bente at kcbente@bellsouth.net to let them know you will be attending no later than noon on the Wednesday, the day before the class. Limited space, so we need to know how many will be coming to paint. Thanks! Have fun!

Dates: every Thursday
Time: 1pm-4pm
Place: SNC Studio
Cost: no set fee. However, donations are welcome.
ClassMaximum: 12

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YONAH YOGA at SNC
Instructor Charlene Hammersen

The yoga classes offered will be a blend between Hatha Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, and Meditative practices. Each week we will explore one or a blend of these styles. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, a blanket or towel, and a bolster if you have one.

Contact information for Charlene Hammersen: 706-892-7211 or yonahyoga@gmail.com. The fee for this class is by donation.

Dates: Mondays
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Place: Community Hall
Cost: donation requested