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Learn to Square Dance

Learn to Square Dance in just 12 lessons! Sponsored by the Catawba Valley Cloverleafs Square Dance Club FUN, heart and brain healthy! No partner needed – 12 to 90 years old! Mondays 6:30-8:00 p.m. New Session begins Sep. 22, 2025 $60 per person St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Youth Building 52 16th Street NW, Hickory NC 28601 For more information Call Tonya […]

Bucket Basket Class

This fun basket starts with a woven base and ends with a “push-in” handle. It’s made of reed from the rattan vine, measures 8″ tall and 10″ wide. A choice of colors will be available. Makes a great gift or handy basket to have around. Beginners welcome.

Everybody Sweeps! Introduction to Whisk Broom Making Class

Event: Welcome to the wonderful world of broom-making! This class will introduce you to the ages old skill of tying whisk brooms. We will endeavor to tie at least three brooms — a whisk, a cake tester/pot scrubber, and an Appalachian style broom called the “Turkey Wing.” Along the way, we’ll celebrate the universal practice of broom-making and have fun […]

Wallet: The Colonial Tote Bag Class

Event: Learn how to make a historical carry-all and the best grocery bag you’ll ever have! Known as “wallets” in the 18th century, these bags are rectangular with a central opening. Place items in either end of the bag, twist it in the middle, and you have two bags in one that easily balance on your shoulder. Learn to do […]

Design, Carve, Stamp: Block Printing Cards

Event: Carve your own printing blocks and learn techniques to make a set of custom, artful, cards in this block printing class! Participants will learn about the history of printing, safe use of tools, and block printing techniques. Blocks, tools, and materials will be provided. Participants will take home their printed cards and carved blocks. Age 16+ due to using […]

Holiday Cordials Class

Event: Learn the art and history of cordials by making rich cordial infusions just in time for the holidays. Cordials and liqueurs start with a base of alcohol or apple cider vinegar and are infused with herbs, fruit, roots, seeds, spices, and raw honey. The addition of fruit, herbs, and natural sweeteners turns neutral alcohol into a delectable spirit. We […]

Traditional Eastern Bluebird House Class

Event: Would you like to develop your woodworking skills? Building an Eastern Bluebird House is a great way to delve into the art, design, and techniques of woodworking. These simple birdhouses are still key to the conservation of Eastern Bluebirds, who rely heavily on nest boxes. Whatever your skill level, we will have fun creating this wonderful addition to your yard, […]

Needle Felted Woodland Critters Class

Learn how to create fun, fuzzy woodland critters with wool! Needle felting is an enjoyable and versatile skill which can be used successfully by beginners and experienced crafters. In this class you’ll work through basic felting techniques while creating both a fox and a squirrel from wool batt and roving. Your finished animals will be about 3 inches tall. The […]