Ages 12 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, October 24th
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $100 per person (including all supplies)

In this one-day class, students will work with acrylics to produce a painting from a photographic reference featuring typical Eastern Shore landscapes and seascapes or an image the student brings to class. Color-mixing, composition, and painting techniques. Basic drawing skills and wearing a smock to protect clothing are strongly recommended.

Ages 12 and older
Instructor: Kathy Grook
Saturday, November 7th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person (including all supplies) 

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll discover the art of wire wrapping as you transform ordinary stemmed glasses into unique works of art - choose from elegant wine goblets, charming water glasses or sparkling champagne flutes. Adorn your creation with colorful beads and beautiful sea glass, adding a personal touch that truly shines. You’ll leave with a stunning set of glasses to give as a gift or for toasting the holidays yourself.

Ages 14 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, December 5th
12:30 - 3:30 p.m. 
Cost: $95 per person

In this intensive class, students will work with magnolia branches to learn how to produce a wreath on a medium or large wreath form similar to the one pictured. Magnolia wreaths dry beautifully. They can also be painted after drying out and last for years. Participants may want to bring pruning shears and close-fitting utility gloves.  Snacks and water will be provided.

Ages 16 and older
Instructors: Matt and Eden Ertle
Saturday, December 12th
12:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost $85 per person

This Christmas Eve meal is an Italian/Italian American tradition that has seen a renewed popularity in recent years. We will demonstrate a multi-course seafood meal and share recipes for those who are interested in hosting a meal at home. Or just come hungry and enjoy a tasty Italian seafood celebration!

Ages 12 and older
Instructor: Eden Ertle
Saturday, January 9th
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person (includes all supplies)

Create a unique animal design on scratchboard while learning techniques such as crosshatching, line variation, and stippling to add texture and shading. Animal photos will be provided, or bring your own. All skill levels welcome!

Ages 12 and older
Instructors: Heather and Jonathan Apgar
Saturday, January 9th
12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 per person (includes all supplies)

Discover the art of artisan bread making in this hands-on class. Learn essential mixing, kneading, shaping, and baking techniques while creating a delicious homemade loaf to enjoy.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Barbara Loomis
Wednesdays, January 13th - February 3rd
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $100 per person (includes all supplies)

Perspective and value combine in art to model realistic depth and an illusion of volume and form. Learn how to use these two principles to keep your compositions from “flattening” and achieve three-dimensional effects.

Presenter: Mike Clem, Eastern Regional Archaeologist at the Virginia Department of Historic Resources
Friday, January 15th
10:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE

Join Mike Clem for the story of Alice, a 17th-century woman who lived in Accomack County and faced difficulties with the courts and society’s strict rules of behavior. Despite the odds stacked against her, she raised a family alone and operated a successful farm. This is a story of the strength and resilience necessary for a woman to survive in the 17th-century colony.

Ages 10 and older
Instructor: Kathy Grook
Friday, January 15th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person (includes all supplies)

Discover the beauty and charm of sea glass in this creative, hands-on class! Learn a little about the history of sea glass, along with helpful tips on where to find tools and supplies for future projects. Then, use colorful pieces of sea glass to create your own whimsical critter design, beautifully displayed in a shadow box to take home and enjoy or give as a one-of-a-kind gift.

Ages 12 and older
Instructor: Marina Pierce
Saturday, January 16th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person (includes all materials)

Build your phone photography skills through hands-on instruction in camera controls, composition, shooting techniques, and editing. Bring a fully charged phone to this three-hour class; note-taking is optional. Bring your phone.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Matt Ertle
Saturday, January 16th
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $75 per person

Discover the science of curing in this flavorful, hands-on introduction. Learn the fundamentals behind making bacon, lox, and other whole-muscle cured foods, with a focus on proper techniques, food safety, and the science of preservation. Along the way, you’ll gain practical knowledge you can use at home and enjoy samples of delicious cured meats and fish.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Kathleen Litos
Friday, January 29th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person

Learn the basics of Mahjong in a welcoming, hands-on class designed especially for beginners. You’ll become familiar with the tiles, setup, rules, and flow of the game while learning essential strategies and common terminology. With guided practice, you’ll build the confidence and skills needed to play a complete game and continue enjoying Mahjong on your own.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Marina Pierce
Saturday, January 30th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person

Learn the fundamentals of nature photography while exploring techniques for capturing landscapes, wildlife, and close-up subjects. Participants will work with exposure, composition, focus, and other practical camera settings to create stronger, more engaging images. Beginners will build confidence behind the camera, while more experienced photographers can pick up new ideas and helpful tips. Please bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera and a notebook.

Ages 10 and older
Instructor: Kathy Grook
Friday, February 5th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person (includes all supplies)

Discover the beauty and history of sea glass in this hands-on jewelry-making class. Participants will learn where to find basic tools and supplies, practice simple wire-wrapping techniques, and explore ways these skills can be used to create a variety of jewelry pieces. Each student will then design and make a one-of-a-kind Valentine pendant to keep or give to someone special. No previous jewelry-making experience is needed.

Ages 14 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, February 6th
12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $100 per person (includes all supplies)

In this half-day acrylic painting class, students will create a painting from a photographic reference featuring an Eastern Shore landscape or seascape, or from an image they bring from home. The class will cover color mixing, composition, and painting techniques, with individual guidance from the instructor. Basic drawing skills are recommended. Participants should bring a snack and wear a smock or clothing suitable for painting.

Ages 14 and older
Instructor: PG Ross
Saturday, February 13th and Sunday, February 14th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $120 per person (materials, tools, and a stand are provided; bring your own woodcarving knife)

Join instructor PG Ross for a two-day introduction to traditional decoy carving as you create a hunting-style running sanderling. Step by step, you’ll learn the techniques used to shape, carve, and bring your decoy to life while gaining hands-on experience with the tools and methods of this Eastern Shore craft. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with your own hand-carved sanderling decoy and a deeper appreciation for the tradition behind it.

If needed, PG can purchase a Flexcut carving knife for an additional $35. Orders are due by January 10th, with payment for the carving knife accepted at class.

Presenter: Erika Cosme
Friday, February 19th
10:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE

The eastern portion of present-day North America was home to indigenous populations long before the arrival of Europeans. These native inhabitants survived off the land and waters for generations. Learn about the different groups, how they lived, and life before the invasions of European powers.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Kathleen Litos
Friday, February 19th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person

Learn the basics of Mahjong in a welcoming, hands-on class designed especially for beginners. You’ll become familiar with the tiles, setup, rules, and flow of the game while learning essential strategies and common terminology. With guided practice, you’ll build the confidence and skills needed to play a complete game and continue enjoying Mahjong on your own.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, March 6th
12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 per person (includes all supplies)

Discover the beautiful traditional art of Ukrainian egg decorating, known as pysanky, in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to create intricate designs using a wax-resist technique, layering wax and vibrant dyes to build colorful patterns and symbolic motifs. By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home your own beautifully decorated egg and a greater appreciation for this centuries-old folk art tradition.

Ages 10 and older
Instructor: Kathy Grook
Friday, March 12th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $50.00 per person (includes all supplie)

Join this fun, hands-on workshop and create a one-of-a-kind headband decorated with beautiful sea glass and beads. Participants will learn simple design techniques while choosing colors, textures, and embellishments to make a piece that reflects their own personal style. Comfortable enough for everyday wear yet elegant enough for special occasions, your finished headband will be ready to take home and enjoy or give as a thoughtful handmade gift.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Nancy Murphy
Saturday, March 13th and Saturday, March 20th (2-day Workshop)
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 per person (includes all supplies)

In this beginner-friendly, two-session acrylic workshop, you’ll paint a beautiful spring tree step by step while building foundational skills. You’ll learn layering, color blending, mixing spring greens, creating depth with highlights and shadows, and adding lovely bark, leaf, and blossom textures. You’ll get to take home a finished painting you will love! Bring an apron or smock.