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Active Adults Arts & Crafts and Games

People sitting at tables engaged in crafts and painting, smiling and enjoying their activity.

Crafters Day 

Crafters- Bring supplies and work on your own project for free or pay $25/4 month session (paid to instructor) for supplies for group projects. Ongoing class. Call Tammy at 818-262-3272.

  • Days: Wednesdays
  • Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Sept-Dec //  10:30 am-3 pm - June-August
  • Location: Senior Center

Black Canyon Woodcarvers Group

Join our informal group and hand carve a variety of items (animals, caricatures, toys, etc...). Learn techniques from each other. Bring your own supplies. Call Janet at 323-5860 for more information.

  • Days: Thursdays
  • Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
  • Fee: $1.00/week
  • Location: Senior Center

Crafty Chatty Group

Bring your UFO's (unfinished objects) and socialize while you work. Make new friends with similar talents and interests. Stuck? Get help with your project from other crafters. No project? Come to socialize and get your creative juices flowing. You may find a project that looks like fun to you. No charge to join this group. Bring your own materials. Call Judy at 249-7198 or Joan at 246-8580 for more information.

  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Time: 9:45 - 11:30 am
  • Fee: FREE
  • Location: Senior Center Craft Room

Friday Afternoon Art

With Kate Burke, who believes we all have a creative spirit and should enjoy ways to explore and embrace it. Materials provided, no experience needed, and all levels welcome. Includes snack and soft drink.

 All Classes are Fridays, 1-3 pm. Cost: $40/per person/per class. Registration is required, as class size is limited.

Thanksgiving Cornucopia in Acrylic done Watercolor style 

Learn how to apply acrylic using washes and layers to create a colorful Thanksgiving Still-life painting using this unique painting style. Variety of seasonal pictures to choose from, then Step-by-step instructions (and templates if needed) to complete your painting. Coffee or tea and special treat from City Market bakery also provided.

Registration Code: 50+ART - 06

Holiday cards. Decoupage & Multi-media 

Still sending holiday cards? Good for you!  We’ll help you make a few to send to family and friends, using cut-out papers, paints, stickers, and a little bling. Everything provided, including cards and envelopes, plus hot chocolate and Christmas cookies for inspiration.

Registration Code: 50+ART – 07

Holiday Wreaths 

Holiday Wreaths.  Indoor or outdoor door décor. Makes a great gift, too. Everything included: grapevine wreath, silk florals and greens, ribbons and bows, and a variety of holiday-themed decorations and bling…plus all the tools you need to build a beautiful wreath. Christmas cookies and soft drinks provided. 

December 5

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS - 01

Paint Wood Ornaments 

Paint Wood Ornaments. Beautiful decorations for your tree. Or, use as a stocking stuffer or give as the perfect holiday gift. Choose two die-cut wood ornaments (appx. 2 ½” x 3 ½”) and paint them. Paints, brushes, and gloss sealant provided. Class includes Christmas cookies and a soft drink.

December 19

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS – 02

I’d rather be at the Beach 

 I’d rather be at the Beach – Paint a tropical vacation - sun, sand, steps to the oceanfront, dipping your toes in the gentle ocean waves.  Step-by-step instructions, and a template if you need it to paint this beachfront scene with acrylics on a 12”x12” canvas. Or, just paint your favorite winter vacay-snow, sand, whatever you like best. Snack and tropical soft drink included.

January 16

Registration Code: 50-ARTWS - 03

Winter Watercolor 

Winter Watercolor. Paint a frosty winter scene on a sunny day using watercolor pencils with optional brushwork. We add a little snow with a touch of white gouache. You will want to frame this one. 6”x9” on watercolor paper. Everything provided plus snack and soft drink. 

January 30

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS-04

Valentine Roses 

Valentine Roses. We paint this on 5x7 card stock, suitable for giving as a Valentine card or framing as a memorable keepsake. We paint with acrylic, but you will also have acrylic pens to embellish, and if you like small valentine-themed decals if you want to give it as a card or a gift. Soft drink and Valentine snack treats included..

February 13

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS - 05

Abstract Watercolor. 

 Abstract Watercolor. Everybody has asked for watercolor, so here’s your chance to experiment and see how this medium can be layered so colors “flow.” This is painted on 11” x 9” watercolor paper, suitable for framing. Instructions, demo and all materials provided plus colorful snack and soft drink. 

February 27

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS – 06

Decorate a Gazebo Birdfeeder 

 Decorate a Gazebo Birdfeeder. Get ready to welcome hungry backyard birds. 4” Tall, open-sided birdfeeder plus paints and garden-themed  decals provided. Comes with bag of birdseed and little plastic dish to hold it. We send you home with a sealant to apply after paint is dry. Class includes snacks and a drink.

March 13

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS – 07

“Plant” a Tiger Lily on Canvas 

“Plant” a Tiger Lily on Canvas The birds are out, pollinating. Help them find some nectar. I’ll share pictures of lilies from my own garden for painting inspiration. Canvas, acrylic paints plus template if you need one. Or… just have at it and paint our own Lilly. Snacks and soft drink too. 

 March 27

Registration Code: 50+ARTWS-08

50+ Games 

All games are held at the Senior Center.
For more information, call LIZ at 970- 252-4884

GameDate & TimeFeeCall to Play
Billiards/PoolMon-Fri; 8:30-4:00 pmFree
BridgeMon; 12:30 - 3:30 pmFreeBob 970-209-2476
Hand, Knee & FootTue; 1:00 - 3:00 pmFreeLori 970-596-7778
MahjongTue; 1:00 - 3:30 pmFreeBarbara 361-876-1770
Omaha PokerTue; 1:00 - 3:30 pm$2 
CribbageThu; 1:00 - 3:00 pmFree 
Texas Hold'emThu; 1:00 - 3:00 pm$2

 

 

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