Active Adult Program Sept-Dec Classes
8/20/24
Please register for all programs. Classes that have not met the minimum registration may be cancelled. Contact us directly about registering for programs which have already started. RPRCR administration has added a $1 fee to all classes that cost $15 or more. If you are not a resident of the City of Raleigh you will have a $15 non-resident fee added to all classes that cost $15 or more. How to Register: 1. Online via RecLink parks.raleighnc.gov 2. In-person at any Raleigh PRCR facility Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults Five Points Center for Active Adults Walnut Terrace Center
Arts Basic Watercolor Techniques In this class you will learn some basic techniques when painting with water coloring. Discover some interesting tricks to make your art pop by using markers and pens. This class is for beginners. Instructor: Gail Forrest Walnut Terrace Center Dec 17 Tu 2:15-3:30PM Fee: $0 Calligraphy Workshop Discover the beauty of calligraphy – the art of beautiful cursive handwriting. Embrace the opportunity to master the art of lettering and create your own illuminated letters, logos, and greeting cards. Uncover the art of composition and design as you delve into the world of calligraphy. Five Points Center Dec 10 Tu 1:00-3:00PM Fee: $14 Dec 12 Th 1:00-3:00PM Fee: $14 Card Making to Lift Spirits Looking for an opportunity to give back? Enjoy fun and fellowship while creating cards to give to those who need a smile. All supplies, card stock, stickers, cut-outs and designed paper are provided. No experience needed. Cards will be donated to Meals on Wheels. Instructor Janet Walnut Terrace Center Fall/Halloween Sep 19 Th 1:00-3:00PM Fee: $0 Thanksgiving Oct 17 Th 1:00-3:00PM Fee: $0 Winter/Holidays Dec 5 Th 1:00-3:00PM Fee: $0 Crafts Bring your own projects to work on or work on projects for donation to local charities. Students share skills with each other in this social environment. Instructor: Sarah Ellen Sanders Five Points Center Sep 3-Dec 30 M-Th 9:30AM-12:00PM Fee: $0 Freshly Brewed Poems A local poet or writer will be featured for approximately 20 minutes. Afterward, we invite the audience to take the mic and
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read their poems. While we encourage original material, we do not discourage sharing with us your favorite authors. The number of poems each participant will read will be determined by the size of the group. Please be prepared to read 1 to 3 poems, or 5 minutes of prose. Afternoon of Open Mic Poetry aims to be an intra-generational gathering of creatives working in a safe and mentoring environment. The monthly event is open to everyone, regardless of age. Five Points Center Sep 4-Dec 4 W 3:00-4:30PM Fee: $0 Knitting and Crocheting If you like to knit and crochet, please come and share your skills and projects with other like-minded patrons. This is an informal social time; there is no instructor. Anne Gordon Center Sep 5-Dec 19 Th 2:00-4:00PM Fee: $0 Open Studio with Gail Do you enjoy painting or always wanted to give it a try? Would a little guidance and a lot of open space encourage you to explore this practice which so many find therapeutic? Look no further! Gail will be on hand and more than happy to answer art questions or help you get over the painter block you may be experiencing. Bring your supplies; we have space for storage. We have some supplies you can purchase for a minimal fee to get you started. Paint brushes and easels are available for you to use. Let’s inspire one another and stop making excuses. There is a wall in your home hoping for some fresh artwork! And like most adventures, it is more fun to create with others. This program meets on the 1st & 2nd Tuesday of each month. Instructor: Gail Forrest Walnut Terrace Center Sep 3-Dec 10 Tu 2:00-4:00PM Fee: $0 Paint Pour: Beginners Learn a fun way to create art at any skill level! Acrylic paint pouring is a fun art that does not matter if you are a beginner or have done this before. This art is about letting go, not controlling the paint. In fact, the more imperfect this art is, the better. Pick your colors and make an 8X10 canvas masterpiece.
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