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Lesson Title:	Great Grannies (motifs and working in the round)
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Deb Burger Tuition: $40 Time: 3:30 PM - 3/26, 4/02, 4/09, 4/16 (4 sessions) With vintage styles on all the runways, the "granny square" is back in style... in today's colors and fibers! This class will start with a basic granny square pattern, from which students will decide whether they'd like to make an afghan, garment, or other project. A number of pattern options will be provided, but if you've always wanted to make a traditional granny square afghan "like your granny made", that will work just fine, too. Along the way, we will be learning the logic involved in working with motifs-- keeping them flat, keeping gauge consistent, methods for joining. We will be learning to read charts as well as written directions in a pattern, and by the end of the class, each student will be prepared to work any motif-based crochet pattern. Knowledge of basic stitches (chain, single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch) is needed, even if you learned them a LONG time ago! Worsted weight or sport weight yarn in 2 or 3 colors will be needed and an H or G hook, respectively.

Lesson Title:	Baby Bootie of the Month Group
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Leah Bessette Tuition: $10 per session, plus materials Time: 3:30 PM - Fourth Thursday of Every Month First session begins on Thursday, March 25. We will begin with a basic bootie, from an original design by the instructor. This bootie is worked flat on single pointed needles, mainly in garter stitch, and is simple enough to work up a pair in an evening. Following sessions will knit booties/mini socks from Cat Bordhi's "New Pathways for Sock Knitters" and are a great chance to try your hand at new techniques while making fantastic one-of-a-kind booties.

Lesson Title:	Beginning Crochet
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Deb Erbach Burger Tuition: $30 Time: 3:30 PM - 3/22, 3/29, 4/05 (3 sessions) If you've always wished you could crochet, now's the tiime to learn! Starting with no prior knowledge or experience, we will learn the basic stitches and make a a lovely spring scarf. I, J and K hooks needed, and 2 skeins of Cotton Twist or comparable yarn.

Lesson Title:	Free Form Crochet Workshop
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Deb Erbach Burger Tuition: $30 Time: 10:30 AM - 3/22, 3/29, 4/05 (3 sessions) Set yourself free to play with yarn... to paint with yarn, to create paislies, flowers, "scrumbles" of all sorts, using the stitches you know... and some fancy new ones. Freeform crochet allows you to design your own project (vest, bag, hat, coat, the sky's the limit) and then make a unique project of your own design. The first week we'll learn some great textural stitches and discuss possibilities... week 2 will find us playing a game to get the creative juices flowing through the chosen hook and yarns, and week 3 will get each student's design project off the ground and growing. Knowledge of the basic crochet stitches and a sense of adventure are all you need. Hook size will depend on yarns chosen.

Lesson Title:	Intro to Knitting
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Leah Bessette Tuition: $30 plus materials Time: 3:30 PM - 3/20, 3/27, 4/03 (3 sessions) Intro to knitting is a three-part class that will take students from the very beginning through their first project. Materials will be explained at the start of the first class, and all supplies purchased the day of class will recieve a 10% discount.

Lesson Title:	Amigurumi (Crocheted Toys and Dolls)
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Deb Erbach Burger Tuition: $30 Time: 10:30 AM - 3/19, 3/26, 4/02 (3 sessions) 3-Dimensional crochet is a fun and easy way to make cute dolls and toys. Very popular right now, all the great dolls and toys you see are made with single crochet stitches and basic increase/decrease and pattern reading skills. Just in time for Easter, this class will make 3 "springtime" toys: Cat or Lamb the first week, Duck or Chick the second week and Bunny the third week. So.... sign up for a spring adventure, and put a smile on the face of a child you love! You'll need F and G crochet hooks, and Encore Worsted in white, yellow and beige/brown. Black and Orange scrap bits for details, and patterns will be provided.

Lesson Title:	The Great American Aran Afghan" Block of the Month
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Leah Bessette Tuition: $10 per session, plus materials Time: 3:30 PM - Third Thursday of Every Month We'll be working the blocks from "The Great American Aran Afghan" booklet, beginning with Carol Adam's block on page 22. This is a great starter block for anyone who hasn't tried working with cables before, with 2 cables and a diamond pattern worked on a garter stitch background. We'll work on gradually harder patterns as the months progress, until the afghan is complete.

Lesson Title:	Foaming Waves Scarf
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $15 Time: 3:30 PM – 3/30 (1 session) Astrid’s famous Foaming Waves scarf is being offered again. You’re welcome to know it, as Astrid did one of our samples, in true “lace weight” yarn. It’s just as effective, though, in something a bit thicker, such as Great Adirondacks’ handpainted “Sireno”. It clearly isn’t terribly difficult if Astrid believes you can pick it up in a single class (and Astrid knows!). Come inspect the lovely samples on display here in the shop and reserve a space to knit your own!

Lesson Title:	Fixing Knitting Mistakes
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $15 Time: 3:30 PM– 3/29 (1 session) You’ve been asking for it so we’ve scheduled it – in this class Astrid will teach you how to pick up a dropped stitch, what directly to turn said stitch when you put it back on the needle, how to tell where you are in your pattern, which direction you were knitting when the phone rang and you hurriedly set down your project, and many more priceless bits of knitting knowledge. In fact, she asks that you bring in your most common problems and mistakes so she can share the solution with all the other class participants who find themselves in the very same situation over and over again.

Lesson Title:	Stax Hat
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $20 Time: 3:30 PM – 3/24, 3/31

Lesson Title:	English Mesh Lace Scarf
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $20 Time: 10:30 AM – 3/22, 3/29 (2 sessions) Light, airy, and fun to do, this lace pattern will take you a step or two beyond both Feather & Fan and the Foaming Waves patterns. It can be successfully knit on worsted yarn and larger needles, so don’t be afraid to try lace!

Lesson Title:	Beaded Scarf
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $15 Time: 3:30 PM – 3/16 (1 session) It is no exaggeration to say that we have trouble keeping this particular kit in stock. The sparkle of beads adorning yarnl looks both elegant and difficult but the truth is that once those beads are strung on the yarn, you’re simply knitting. Nary a purl in sight. Great as a gift – to a friend or to your self.

Lesson Title:	Entrelac Scarf
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $30 Time: 3:30 PM – 3/08, 3/15, 3/22 (3 sessions) Still a great favorite, you can learn the technique of entrelac (“interlacing” squares) on a small item like a scarf. Once you get the hang of it you’ll find patterns for vests, sweaters, socks and even gloves. Entrelac is such an appealing look that you’ll find yourself enjoying the compliments as much as you enjoyed the knitting!

Lesson Title:	2 Socks on 1 Needle
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $40 Time: 10:30 AM - 3/09, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30 (4 sessions) Not only will you begin and end both socks at the same time, they’re guaranteed to be exactly the same size! If you’ve ever suffered “Second Sock Syndrome” (that’s knitters who can’t bring themselves to begin the second sock after they’ve finished the first) this is the Magic Pill to cure your ill! Getting started is something that many knitters would not try on their own, but that’s where Astrid comes in. Under her tutelage you will get those socks cast on and begun before you even realize it, and before it you’ll have a beautiful pair of hand-knit socks to enjoy!

Lesson Title:	Featured Artist at Land of Waterfalls Art Gallery
Offered By:	Artistry and More/Linda Richardson Barrick
Description:	Saturday * March 13th - featured from 2pm - 4pm

Lesson Title:	Falling Leaves Scarf
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Fridays @ 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM - 3/12, 3/19 (2 sessions) Teacher: Deborah Burger Tuition: $20 + materials This project has been popular in the past, at Charlotte's, and so it's being offered again. The stunning lace is created from a mere 3 rows of repeat, after the "set up" rows, and takes 1 skein of Cherry Tree Hill's "Possum Lace" yarn,or 400 yds of any laceweight yarn. Treat yourself to a little crochet elegance this spring..... Go to charlottesfibers.com to Sign Up!

Lesson Title:	Filet Lace Shamrock Scarf
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Mondays @ 10:30 AM – 12 - 3/08, (1 session) Teacher: Deborah Burger Tuition: $15 + materials Just in time for St. Patrick's day, here's a chance to make a fun accessory, while learning the traditional form of Filet Crochet Lace. The stitches are EASY... double crochet and chain. period. The result is striking. The pattern has been designed by Deb Burger and is not for sale, but available to class participants only. One or 2 skeins of fingering weight wool or alpaca (or comparable fingering yarn) are required, and an F or G hook. Go to charlottesfibers.com to Sign Up!

Lesson Title:	Great American Afghan
Offered By:	Charlotte's Fibers, Inc.
Description:	Monday @ 10:30 AM - 3/01, (1 session) Teacher: Astrid Loveland Tuition: $10 1 session on first Monday of every month. We will be working on Block 3 in Jan and Block 25 in Feb.

Lesson Title:	Introduction to Hand Building with Mary Murray
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Introduction to Hand Building with Mary Murray runs from April 13 - May 19 (6 weeks). Class meets twice a week: Tuesdays for instruction and Wednesdays for practice both from 6 - 9 p.m. This course is an excellent introduction to working with clay and understanding its properties. Learn the basics of the pinch, coil and slab methods of pottery construction. and discover the roles of form, technique and function. This class is designed to provide beginners with the knowledge and skills necessary to experiment with confidence to find their own style. Students also will learn glazing basics and will glaze their own work. All experience levels welcome.

Lesson Title:	Intermediate Wheel Throwing with Wendy Elwell
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Intermediate Wheel Throwing with Wendy Elwell runs from April 12 - May 19 (6 weeks). Class meets twice a week: Mondays for instruction and Wednesdays for practice both from 6 - 9 p.m. This class is designed for the intermediate potter and will focus on more advanced skills. Learn how to make covered jars, casseroles, dinnerware sets or matching items, teapots and more. Advanced glazing techniques will be discussed and students will glaze their own work. Students should be familiar with various throwing techniques and have experience on the wheel. The ability to center is a must.

Lesson Title:	Hand Built Garden Creations with Denise Byrd
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Hand Built Garden Creations with Denise Byrd runs from April 9 - May 5 (4 weeks. Class meets twice a week: Fridays for instruction and Wednesdays for practice both from 6 - 9 p.m. Get ready for spring and spruce up your outdoor space with some new garden creations. Learn how to make hanging lanterns and plan your own illuminations. Make birdhouses with all the bells and whistles. Create mushrooms, flowers, frogs, and art to accent your garden. This class is designed for students to expand their hand building techniques beyond the basics. All experience levels welcome.

Lesson Title:	Personalized Planters with Mary Murray
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Personalized Planters with Mary Murray runs from March 5 - 24 (3 weeks. Class meets two nights a week: Fridays for instruction and Wednesdays for practice, both from 6-9 pm. This is a great class for plant enthusiasts who want to create personalized planters out of low fire earthenware clay, which is known for its ability to both wick and store excess water. Students will be taught how to construct specialty planters for orchids, bonsai trees and herbs. They also will learn how to make and apply terra-sigillata as a surface treatment. All experience levels welcome.

Lesson Title:	Fused Glass Demonstrations - November 6-12 Wed.- Sat. 10am-5pm
Offered By:	Glass Feather Studio Gallery
Description:	See the artists at work cutting glass, creating designs, decorating, and loading the kilns for fusing. Glass Feather Studio Gallery at 200 Glass Feather Drive (off Reasonover Rd) in Cedar Mountain. Call 828.885.8457 for more information or go to www.glassfeather.com for map/directions.

Lesson Title:	Better Landscape Photography - November 20, 2009
Offered By:	Glass Feather Studio Gallery
Description:	Better Landscape Photography: Tips and Techniques used in Digital Photography Learn how to take better landscape (and other) photographs with your digital SLR or point and shoot by using a few simple techniques that most beginning and intermediate photographers can master in a few short lessons. The importance of recognizing polarized light and what to do about it; Filtering, demystified; Why use a tripod? Composition: why bother?; The elements of design - practical examples; Post processing in software; a review. These and other topics will be covered in this informative and fun class. Suggested equipment to bring: your camera (w/ battery, memory card), lenses and manual; a tripod, polarizing filter and other filters (not required but recommended). Handouts will be provided. Place: Glass Feather Studio Gallery, 200 Glass Feather Drive (off Reasonover Rd) in Cedar Mountain. 828.885.8457. www.glassfeather.com Date:November 20, 2009 Time: 8:30-10:00 AM Cost: $35 Call to register. Class taught by Rob Travis of Rob Travis Fine Art Photography.

Lesson Title:	Fused Glass for Beginners December 11, 2009
Offered By:	Glass Feather Studio Gallery
Description:	Learn to decorate a design on glass using glass enamels. Cost includes a $36.95 value plate which you decorate in the class. The plate will be kiln-fired and ready for you to pick up the next week. The class is for adults and for children age 10 and above if accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited. Please call to preregister. You may also schedule your own "special class" with four to eight participants. Cost: $45 Call 828.885.8457. Visit www.glassfeather.com. Place: Glass Feather Studio Gallery, 200 Glass Feather Drive (off Reasonover Rd)Cedar Mountain.

Lesson Title:	Fused Glass for Beginners December 4, 2009
Offered By:	Glass Feather Studio Gallery
Description:	Learn to decorate a design on glass using glass enamels. Cost includes a $36.95 value plate which you decorate in the class. The plate will be kiln-fired and ready for you to pick up the next week. The class is for adults and for children age 10 and above if accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited. Please call to preregister. You may also schedule your own "special class" with four to eight participants. Cost: $45 Call 828.885.8457. Visit www.glassfeather.com. Place: Glass Feather Studio Gallery, 200 Glass Feather Drive (off Reasonover Rd)Cedar Mountain.

Lesson Title:	Fused Glass for Beginners November 13, 2009
Offered By:	Glass Feather Studio Gallery
Description:	November 13, 2009 Learn to decorate a design on glass using glass enamels. Cost includes a $36.95 value plate which you decorate in the class. The plate will be kiln-fired and ready for you to pick up the next week. The class is for adults and for children age 10 and above if accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited. Please call to preregister. You may also schedule your own "special class" with four to eight participants. Cost: $45 Call 828.885.8457. Visit www.glassfeather.com. Place: Glass Feather Studio Gallery, 200 Glass Feather Drive (off Reasonover Rd)Cedar Mountain.

Lesson Title:	Wildlife Sculpture with Christine Kosiba
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Wildlife Sculpture will be offered on Saturday, May 8 from 6-9 pm and Saturday, May 22 from 1-4 pm. Students will be encouraged to consider what their favorite animals are and why they feel drawn to these animals. In the first session, Kosiba will teach various sculpting techniques with which students can experiment. The second session will focus on surface treatments and glazing and staining opportunities for the finished sculptures. Cost:$150. (Minimum number of participants 5). Kosiba's appreciation and awe for the natural world are evident in her work. Her creations have a presence that emanate emotion and often capture the playfulness of her inspiration. She has lead and taught numerous ceramics workshops and classes over the last twelve years. Kosiba has facilitated community projects involving ceramic arts in Arizona, Georgia and North Carolina. Her work has been seen in galleries and shows across the country. Kosiba currently lives in Blacksburg, VA with husband Mark Lane and daughter, Ana. Christine and Mark not only harbor a deep appreciation for nature, they support both local and general wildlife rehabilitation and conservation efforts. To register or for more information, call the Carwile-Dodson Studio at (828) 884-5771 or see www.muddabbers.com/classes.htm. Gift certificates for classes are available.

Lesson Title:	Creating Totems with Christine Kosiba
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Creating Totems will be offered on Sunday, April 11 from 9am - 12pm and Saturday, April 24 from 12 - 3pm. During the first session, Kosiba will talk about the meanings of totem poles, which are as varied as the cultures which make them. She will present a slide show illustrating how indigenous peoples have used totems for centuries to celebrate cultural beliefs, recount familiar legends and tell stories, represent clan/family lineages or notable events, as well as a means of artistic expression. Students will learn hand-building basics to create their own totem components. The second day of the workshop will focus on surface treatments for the totems and mounting. The finished totems will be mounted on a metal rod fastened in concrete for indoor or outdoor display. Cost:$150. (Minimum number of participants 5). Kosiba's appreciation and awe for the natural world are evident in her work. Her creations have a presence that emanate emotion and often capture the playfulness of her inspiration. She has lead and taught numerous ceramics workshops and classes over the last twelve years. Kosiba has facilitated community projects involving ceramic arts in Arizona, Georgia and North Carolina. Her work has been seen in galleries and shows across the country. Kosiba currently lives in Blacksburg, VA with husband Mark Lane and daughter, Ana. Christine and Mark not only harbor a deep appreciation for nature, they support both local and general wildlife rehabilitation and conservation efforts. To register or for more information, call the Carwile-Dodson Studio at (828) 884-5771 or see www.muddabbers.com/classes.htm. Gift certificates for classes are available.

Lesson Title:	Oil Painting for beginners through advanced
Offered By:	Land of Waterfalls Art Gallery - OPEN HOUSE * March 6th
Description:	Note local artist Elaine Bailey offers oil painting classes on Monday afternoons at Lan of Waterfalls Art Gallery from 1:30 PM - 4 PM. Informal class - everyone works at their own pace and level. Any subject matter. $45/mo Call the gallery 883-3830 or 885-7115 for further information

Lesson Title:	Our Work is Our Diary - A Record of Our Journey
Offered By:	MARY ALICE BRAUKMAN, N.W.S.
Description:	Imagination is the beginning of creation. Layering with Mixed Media, Collage, & Assemblage. The classes are for intermediate and advanced level students and teachers. 2010 Workshops: February 22 - 26 the Morean Arts Center St Petersburg, Fl sherri@theartscenter.org April 11 - 16 Kanuga Watermedia Workshops Hendersonville, NC Robbie@kanuagaww.com May 24 - 28 Hudson River Valley Art Workshops Greenville, NY info@artworkshops.com (date to be determined) Central Avenue Art Supply St Petersburg, Fl pat@centralartsupplyco.com Questions concerning these workshops: Contact the above listings or the instructor, Mary Alice Braukman, ebraukma@verizon.net

Lesson Title:	Colored Pencil Classes
Offered By:	Rose Haynes
Description:	You will learn how to use colored pencils to create different techniques such as: blending, layering,and burnishing. I teach both beginners and advanced students. You will learn basic skills and/or ways to improve your current skills. For more information, call me at 828.884-9606.

Lesson Title:	Drawing Classes
Offered By:	Rose Haynes
Description:	Learning how to draw can be easy and fun. You will learn the basic shapes of objects and how to develop drawing skills. Classes can be made by appointment. Call me for more information at 828.884-9606.

Lesson Title:	Gourd Artist Gathering
Offered By:	Gourds by Design
Description:	We will be in Cherokee the first week in june teaching classes on different gourd techniques. Check the website www.gourdgathering.net for more information on this fun event.

Lesson Title:	Independent Study with Rick Compton
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Independent Study with Rick Compton Six-Week Sessions: May 30 - July 8. July 18 - August 26. This course is open to former Carwile-Dodson Studio students who have completed a six-week or three-week course with instructor approval. This is a non-instructional studio time for experienced students to continue creating with clay. Students participating in the Independent Study Studio Time will be allowed to use the studio two days a week. Thursdays from 6 - 9 p.m., and Sundays from 2-8 p.m. The six-week Independent Study session is $140. This price does not include the cost of clay.

Lesson Title:	Children's Pottery Camps - Summer 2010
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Morning Camp for children ages 6-10. During the week students will be introduced to the properties of clay and will have the opportunity to learn and practice basic hand-building skills. These include the pinch, coil and slab techniques. In addition, the basics of clay sculpture will be introduced. Some of the pieces which are made during the week will be raku fired on the last day of camp. The rest of the ware will be fired in our dinnerware safe glazes. Students will be able to bring home some finished pieces at the end of the week, and will have to collect their remaining pieces from the studio the week after camp.(Shipping is also available for an additional fee.) 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Afternoon Camp for children ages 11-16. In addition to learning about the properties of clay and basic hand-building and sculpting techniques, students will learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel. Camp Session Dates: June 14 -18, June 28- July 2, July 12- 16 (Advanced Camp with Amy), July 26- 30 and August 9- 13. *Advanced Camp with Amy is only open to children that have attended pottery camp at the Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction before. Campers will have the opportunity to fine-tune their skills, learn advanced techniques and experiment with new ideas. Those students with some existing knowledge (i.e. those who have previously attended pottery camp or family clay) will be encouraged to further develop and fine tune their skills. Cost: $190 per participant.

Lesson Title:	Family Clay Day
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Come to the Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction and get your hands dirty. We offer one-time pottery classes on Saturday mornings from 9-11 a.m. All Ages Welcome. Cost Per Participant: $35. You create it, pick your glaze colors and leave the rest to us. Creations are ready for pick up in two to three weeks time. ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. In the fall, winter and spring there is a 3-person minimum for a class to run. Classes are offered the first and third Saturdays of the month. Registration is required. Please register by noon, the Friday before the class is offered. Participants will be notified if a class does not make, the Friday before it is scheduled to run. Mar. 6- Super Slabs Mar. 20- Garden Art April 3 - Pinch Pot Possibilities April 17 - Mother’s Day Gifts May 1 - For the Birds May 15 - Father’s Day Gifts In the summer months one-time classes are offered every Saturday. June 5 - Garden Art June 12- Personalized Mugs and Bowls June 19- Secret Hiding Places and Messages June 26 - Fairy and Critter Houses July 3 - Whistles and Shakers July 10- Tree Faces and Fairy Doors July 17- Garden Gnomes and Toad Stools July 24- Tea for Two July 31 - Whimsical and Fun Sculpture Aug. 7 - Masks and Wall Art Aug. 14- Creative Coiling Aug. 21- Secret Hiding Places and Messages Aug. 28- Pinch Pot Possibilities

Lesson Title:	Try Pottery for a Night
Offered By:	Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction
Description:	Come to the Carwile-Dodson Studio for Pottery Instruction to learn the basics and have some fun. You create it, pick your glaze colors and leave the rest to us. Creations are ready for pick up in two to three weeks time. One-time classes are offered Saturdays from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Adults Only. Cost: $40 per person. In the fall, winter and spring there is a 3-person minimum for a class to run. Classes are offered the first and third Saturdays of the month. Registration is required. Please register by noon, the Friday before the class is offered. Participants will be notified if a class does not make the Friday before it is scheduled to run. Mar. 6- Wheel-Throwing Mar. 20- Hand-Building April 3 - Wheel-Throwing April 17 - Hand-Building May 1 - Wheel-Throwing May 15 - Hand-Building In the summer months one-time classes are offered every Saturday. June 5 - Wheel-Throwing June 12- Hand-Building June 19- Wheel-Throwing June 26 – Hand-Building July 3 - Wheel-Throwing July 10- Hand-Building July 17- Wheel-Throwing July 24- Hand-Building July 31 - Wheel-Throwing Aug. 7 - Hand-Building Aug. 14- Wheel-Throwing Aug. 21- Hand-Building Aug. 28- Wheel-Throwing

Lesson Title:	Go Green With Moss! Moss Gardening in the Mountains!
Offered By:	Mossin' Annie
Description:	Go Green With Moss! Friday, April 24, 1:00 pm, 59th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, TN. To register, visit http://www.springwildflowerpilgrimage.org/

Lesson Title:	Easy Harmonica !
Offered By:	Harmonica In Schools
Description:	Charlie Story's Very Popular INSTANT harmonica for beginners! Available for private lessons -All Ages!(School residencies through the North and South Carolina Arts Councils.)

Lesson Title:	Rehearsals
Offered By:	Transylvania Choral Society
Description:	Rehearsals for TCS 2009 December 6th Concert run August 25 - December 2. They are held at the Brevard/Davidson River Presbyterian Church weekly on Tuesday evenings 7:00 - 8:45. To perform with the chorale in the December Concert, members must be signed up by September 8th. Call for information 828-883-4422.

Lesson Title:	Advanced Stained Glass
Offered By:	Dave's Stained Glass
Description:	Looking for an environment in which to improve your skill and learn new and advanced techniques in stained glass? Look no further. Dave's Stained Glass offers open workshop on Monday evenings from 6:30-9:30 pm ($8/per session) where you can work on your next stained glass project. Advice and assistance are available and you can use our tools and equipment. The only prerequisite is that you have completed a beginners stained glass class or worked with stained glass in the past. For more information call 828-862-8554.

Lesson Title:	Stained Glass for Beginners
Offered By:	Dave's Stained Glass
Description:	An introductory stained glass class designed for beginners. paritipants will work with etching, lead came and copper foil methods. Five projects will be completed during the six classes. Enrollment will be limited to eight students to allow time for individual coaching ans assistance. All tools provided. Tuition is $55. Materials available from the instuctor for $40. Classes are taught in the spring and fall semesters at the instructor's studio. Registration is through Creekside at Brevard College (828-884-8251/8256). For more information, call 828-862-8554

Lesson Title:	I teach in my studio on Wednesdays and several times a year at Brevard College's Creekside studies.
Offered By:	Martha Towler
Description:	Studio classes are "free form". I'll teach you to make almost any basket of your choice. See the Creekside catalogue for the basket type, time and place I will be teaching.

Lesson Title:	Lessons with Matthew Lee Hoxit
Offered By:	Matthew Lee Hoxit
Description:	One on one lessons available by appointment only. Oils, acrylics, watercolor, wood and metal. $65.00 rate per hour

Lesson Title:	Pre-Pointe- Monday 3:45-4:45pm
Offered By:	The Turning Pointe School of Dance
Description:	Pointe work for ages 11+ who have adequate demi-pointe experience.

Lesson Title:	Intermediate Ballet- Monday 5-6:30pm
Offered By:	The Turning Pointe School of Dance
Description:	Ballet for ages 13+ for those students who have adequate ballet experience. Emphasis on more difficult barre exercises and longer center variations.

Lesson Title:	All Wired Up #2 at Tryon Arts Center
Offered By:	Sonia C. Arnold
Description:	Wire-wrapping class for persons who have had a least one class in wire-wrapping. Students will complete a pendant, bracelet, earrings, & ring. August 24-25.

Lesson Title:	Appalachian Vine Baskets
Offered By:	Joe Bruneau
Description:	Classes are available through private instruction of groups of 5 or more. Contact me for more information.

Lesson Title:	Composition Lessons
Offered By:	Bob Hamilton
Description:	Composition for all skill levels. Call now to schedule lessons! (884-4476)

Lesson Title:	Lessons in Improvisation for All Instruments
Offered By:	Bob Hamilton
Description:	Call now to schedule lessons! (884-4476)

Lesson Title:	Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced Piano and Woodwinds
Offered By:	Bob Hamilton
Description:	Welcoming students of all ages. Classical and American music techniques. Call now to schedule lessons! (884-4476)

Lesson Title:	Learn Web Design
Offered By:	Adam Khoury
Description:	If you are into learning Flash Web Design, you can head over to www.flavids.com and purchase lesson files from me. You can also go to my FREE web design school at www.developphp.com. Hope to see you there!