Arts & Music/STEM
CRAFTING GROUP
Get together weekly with some other crafters and work on your projects together at the Senior Center. No registration required, just Drop-In!
Location.................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages............................................................ 21+
Every Mon ............................................... 2:00 - 3:30p
Cost............................................................ FREE!
WET FELTED COBWEB SCARVES
Participants will be shown the step-by-step process to design and create stunning one-of-a-kind wet-felted wispy cobweb scarves using wool, silk, and other natural fibers! No experience necessary. Register in advance; space is limited
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed ............................................................ June 11
Time ........................................................... 11:00a - 3:00p
Cost ........................................................... $55
MEMOIR / LIFE WRITING CLASS
Have fun with writing prompts from instructor Marie Buckley to help you craft your life stories. Gain ideas, sharpen your voice, and share your stories with others! All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Marie Buckly
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed ............................................................ June 25, Aug 20, Sep 17
Time ........................................................... 1:00p - 3:00p
Cost ........................................................... $10
PRESSED FLOWER LUMINARY LANTERNS
Create beautiful botanical luminary lanterns using pretty pressed flowers and glass jars. Each participants will have an opportunity to make two lanterns. No experience necessary and all supplies included. Register in advance; space is limited
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed ............................................................ June 26
Time ........................................................... 1:00p - 3:00p
Cost ........................................................... $25
IPHONES FOR BEGINNERS
Learn the basics of using your iPhone. Navigation gestures like tapping and swiping, how to find and organize applications, and accessibility settings are just a few of the things you’ll learn to make your day to day experience easier.
Instructor ............................................... Kaala Mason
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed ............................................................ Jul 9
Time ........................................................... 2:00p - 4:00p
Cost ........................................................... $10
MOSAIC ROCKS
This is a two day class. On day one, participants will add mosaic tile, glass, pottery, and Dragon Tears onto a large round river rock or jaggy quarry rocks. On day two, learn the process of grouting, curing, and sealing our mosaics. This is a super fun and messy class; wear comfy and grubby clothes and closed-toed shoes. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed/Fri............................................................ Jul 9 & 11
Time ........................................................... 11:00a - 1:30p
Cost ........................................................... $50
BEGINNING CROCHET
Do you notice people in waiting rooms or airports crocheting scarves while waiting and it looked really cool? Learn the basics of crocheting so you can start to do that too. You will learn about hooks, how to hold the hook and yarn, make a slip knot, chain and single crochet stiches. All supplies and tools are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Dianne Westerlund
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Tue ............................................................ Jul 15
Time ........................................................... 10:00a - 12:0p
Cost ........................................................... $20
SIP-N-PAINT
Come enjoy some sparkling cider and create a colorful and whimsical 11x14 acrylic painting, with step-by-step instructions. No previous experience required. All supplies included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Cindy Allen, Inspirations Art
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 21+
Wed ............................................................ Jun18, Jul 16, Aug 20, Sep 17
Time ........................................................... 1:00p - 3:00p
Cost ........................................................... $30
DRUMMING CIRCLE
Do you have a drum? Hand drum or African drum? Drumming is good for the soul, therapeutic, meditating and fun! No experience needed. The instructor has a few extra drums to share in class, bring your own if you have and rattles, chimes, wooden clappers work too.
Instructor ............................................... Terry Filer
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Thurs .......................................................... Jun 12 & 26
Time ............................................................ 1:00p - 2:30p
Cost ............................................................ FREE
ART OF THE JOURNAL: A MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
This class will inspire you to keep a journal of your everyday life and develop a practice of mindfulness. Each week we will look at different types of journals, play with art supplies and gain confidence in our journaling practice. No experience needed. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Alanna Beckwith
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Thu ............................................................ Jun 12
Time ........................................................... 1:30p - 3:30p
Cost ........................................................... $10
GARDEN ART: HYPERTUFA OLD WORLD MUSHROOMS
This is a two day class. On day one, participants will add mosaic tile, glass, pottery, and Dragon Tears onto a large round river rock or jaggy quarry rocks. On day two, learn the process of grouting, curing, and sealing our mosaics. This is a super fun and messy class; wear comfy and grubby clothes and closed-toed shoes. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed/Fri............................................................ Jul 9 & 11
Time ........................................................... 11:00a - 1:30p
Cost ........................................................... $50
ABSTRACT LANDSCAPES WITH ALCOHOL INKS AND YUPO PAPER
Participants will be shown how to create dreamy abstract landscapes using alcohol inks and synthetic Yupo paper. We will talk about composition, color, use a viewfinder, and frame your masterpiece to take home. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed............................................................ Aug 27
Time ........................................................... 12:00p - 2:00p
Cost ........................................................... $25
WET FELTED VISCOSE SILKY FIBER SCARVES
On day one, you will learn the process to make a gorgeous Viscose Silk “Paper” to embellish our wispy scarves. Day Two, we will make the scarves using the “Paper” to embellish a one-of-a-kind design. The results are stunning! All supplies are included. Bring 2 large bath towels and a snack or lunch. Register in advance; space is limited
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed/Thu.................................................. Sep 3-4
Time ........................................................... 1:00p - 4:00p
Cost ........................................................... $40
IPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
The cameras in our phones are capable of capturing professional level photos and videos. Learn how to take your photos and videos to the next level. Register in advance; space is limited. Bring your charged iPhonel.
Instructor ............................................... Kaala Stone
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 18+
Wed ............................................................ Sep 10
Time ............................................................ 2:00p - 4:00p
Cost ............................................................ $10
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT CROCHET CHICKENS
The crocheting process can be a very therapeutic activity that can help reduce stress and improve mental health. And, who doesn’t want to create a soft and cuddly chicken? Need to be able to crochet a single stitch and you will be taught a backstitch. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Dianne Westerlund
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Tue ............................................................ Apr 29
Time ............................................................ 12:30p - 3:30p
Cost ............................................................ $25
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
Love reading books and talking about them? The group is open to anyone wishing to attend. Simply read the book and show up for the discussion. Copies of the month’s book selection are available at the Public Library circulation desk while supplies last. Email Diane.McMillen@mcminnvilleoregon.gov for more information. Titles can be found online at bit.ly/macbookgroup
Location ........................................................ McMinnville Senior Center
Second Wed of the month ............... 2:00p
Cost .................................................................. FREE!
GROUP WATERCOLOR
Share work and time with others who enjoy and share an interest in watercolor painting. Bring your own supplies. No specific instruction scheduled, but extensive volunteered opinions. Short critique period for those interested. Questions may be addressed to Daryl Nelson flutterby@onlinemac.com
Instructor ........................................................ Daryl Nelson
Location ........................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .................................................................... 16+
Every Tue ......................................................... 9:00 to 12:00p
Cost ..................................................................... $3 Drop-In
CHINA PAINTING
Students from beginner through advanced welcome. Instructor will assist new painters with patterns and enhance your talent. In 6 weeks you will have two finished masterpieces. A supply fee of $10 will be paid to instructor in class that covers materials and firing of art work.
Instructor ........................................................ Joy Williams
Location ........................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages .................................................................... 21+
2nd / 4th Tue ................................................ 10:00 - 2:00p
Cost ..................................................................... $3 Drop-In
GOURD ARTISTRY
Master Gourder Reetsie Fuller and local artists will be on hand each week exchanging ideas and working together creating art out of gourds. No crabs, grumps or grouchies allowed. We are here to have fun! All skill levels and experience welcome.
Facilitators ...................................................... Reetsie Fuller, Master Gourder / Cheryl Ray
Location ............................................................ McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ..................................................................... 21+
Every Thur ........................................................ 9:30 - 12:00p
Cost ..................................................................... $3 Drop-In
