The Learnery

Join mosaic making expert Kimberly Joy in creating a Bee and Butterly Hydration Station. Utilizing a terracotta pot and saucer, mosaic tesserae (or tiles), silicone and glass globs, participants will create a Hydration Station that can be nestled in a flower bed enabling insects to hydrate safely. A wildlife hydration station provides critical relief from extreme temperatures. It sustains local biodiversity by offering a safe drinking source for birds, bees, and mammals, aids in pest control, and creates vital microhabitats for amphibians and insects.

Learn the basics of American Mah Jongg with Sheri Graciano! Originating in the 1800s, Mah Jongg has been a beloved game passed down for centuries. It has been proven to sharpen memory, focus, and strategic thinking skills. Sheri will guide participants through the rules, vocabulary, and card reading to gain a better understanding of the game. From there you'll get the opportunity to test your skills with fellow beginners. All materials will be provided.

Join us for a fun and informative gouache painting workshop. In this hands-on, beginner friendly class, instructor Ruby will guide participants in exploring the unique qualities of Gouache. She will guide you through the fundamentals of the medium such as color mixing, layering, and brush techniques. All supplies are provided for students to create a unique and whimsical nightscape. All materials are provided.

Reading the multi-faceted and emotional personal journeys of others can breathe inspiration and a sense of knowing and connection into the fabric of our own lives. What personal experiences of yours are waiting to be expressed and shared as brave declarations of existence, learning, and evolution? In this workshop participants will learn a variety of creative writing and thinking processes that may be applied to any personal memoir writing project. By combining playful thoughtful explorations with basic embodiment and breath practices, you'll learn to create uniquely meaningful and informative artistic expressions in the genre of memoir writing, bringing to the surface deeply held knowing and awareness. No prior writing experience is needed. All materials are included although students are encouraged to bring their own notebook, sketchbook, or laptop.

Join Tania and learn the beautiful art of cake decorating! In this class with local baker and owner of One Cupcake Bakery you'll discover how to create an elegant and whimsical Floral Abstract cake using classic piping techniques and colors that never go out of style.

Bring your story ideas to life in just 4 weeks! In this hands on workshop, playwright and theater-maker Nancy Kelly will guide you through transforming your concept into a complete first draft.

Inspired by the ancient practice of reusing materials, this workshop introduces the art technique of Palimpsest - a layered approach that reveals traces of what came before. Through intuitive exploration and shifting perspectives, participants will be guided through a reflective, hands-on process to uncover and express inner narratives. Students will learn to blend diverse elements like paint, paper, fabric, and found objects to create a unique mixed-media visual artifact representing your inner experience, intuition and personal narratives.

Join us for a fun and informative gouache painting workshop. In this hands-on, beginner friendly class, instructor Ruby will guide participants in exploring the unique qualities of Gouache. She will guide you through the fundamentals of the medium such as color mixing, layering, and brush techniques. All supplies are provided for students to create a unique and whimsical koi fish waterscape. All materials are provided.

Reading the multi-faceted and emotional personal journeys of others can breathe inspiration and a sense of knowing and connection into the fabric of our own lives. What personal experiences of yours are waiting to be expressed and shared as brave declarations of existence, learning, and evolution? In this workshop participants will learn a variety of creative writing and thinking processes that may be applied to any personal memoir writing project. By combining playful thoughtful explorations with basic embodiment and breath practices, you'll learn to create uniquely meaningful and informative artistic expressions in the genre of memoir writing, bringing to the surface deeply held knowing and awareness. No prior writing experience is needed. All materials are included although students are encouraged to bring their own notebook, sketchbook, or laptop.

Intuitive Painting at the Sierra 2 Center is not about making a "Perfect" painting. Creativity is not about getting it "right" or knowing what you're doing before you begin. There are no rules to memorize, no checklists to follow, and no experience required. What helps creativity grow is something much simpler- and much kinder: time and love.

Inspired by the ancient practice of reusing materials, this workshop introduces the art technique of Palimpsest - a layered approach that reveals traces of what came before. Through intuitive exploration and shifting perspectives, participants will be guided through a reflective, hands-on process to uncover and express inner narratives. Students will learn to blend diverse elements like paint, paper, fabric, and found objects to create a unique mixed-media visual artifact representing your inner experience, intuition and personal narratives.

Intuitive Painting at the Sierra 2 Center is not about making a "Perfect" painting. Creativity is not about getting it "right" or knowing what you're doing before you begin. There are no rules to memorize, no checklists to follow, and no experience required. What helps creativity grow is something much simpler- and much kinder: time and love.