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!
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 ............................................................ Aug 21, Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18
Time ........................................................... 1:30 - 3:30p
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 .......................................................... Aug 8 + 22, Sep 12 + 26, Oct 10 + 24, Nov 7 + 21, Dec 5 + 19
Time ............................................................ 1:00 - 2:30p
Cost ............................................................ $1 Drop-In
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. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Dianne Westerlund
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Tue .......................................................... Sep 17
Time ............................................................ 12:30 - 3:30p
Cost ............................................................ $25
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 ............................................................ Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19
Time ........................................................... 1:30 - 3:30p
Cost ........................................................... $10
OIL BASE PAINTING
Develop your oil painting skills with our fun and instructive oil base painting class. We will explore principles of composition, form, pattern, color, shape, texture, tone and shadow to create a well-balanced art piece. We will be painting a still life each week and learning the steps from start to completion. The class caters to all levels. All supplies included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Isabelle Truchon
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Tue .......................................................... Oct 1, 15, 29
Time ............................................................ 9:30 - 11:00a
Cost ............................................................ $60
AUTUMN SUCCULENT PUMPKIN
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. All supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Sat .......................................................... Oct 19
Time ............................................................ 1:30 - 3:30p
Cost ............................................................ $30
IMPROV (COMEDY) FOR INTROVERTS*
Interacting with people in social situations can sometimes feel awkward and overwhelming. Improv comedy can be a great way to learn a new skill that can help increase comfortability while meeting new people in a welcoming environment. This class will lead participants through a series of games focused on getting you out of your head and having some fun.
Angela and Christopher have years of experience, training and performing at top improv clubs in Chicago, NYC, and Boston. Although both are extraverts on-stage, they have social anxiety in real life and know how uncomfortable social situations and small talk can be. Improv has helped them boost their moods and confidence, decrease anxiety and stress, think more creatively, increase neuroplasticity, and be better humans in general. No acting, improv, or comedy experience needed! *Extroverts are welcome, too!
Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor .................................................... Angela Manginelli & Christopher Knapp
Location ....................................................... McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ................................................................ 16+
Sat ................................................................ Nov 16
Time ................................................................ 12:30 - 4:30p
Cost ................................................................. $115
WET FELTED SCARVES
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn techniques and tips to design a gorgeous one-of-a-kind wet felted scarves using wool, sari silk, and other natural fibers. The felting process is messy and will require standing and rolling of fiber for a length of time. No experience necessary, all supplies are included. Register in advance; space is limited.
Instructor ............................................... Kirsten Browne
Location .................................................. McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ........................................................... 16+
Wed .......................................................... Dec 4
Time ............................................................ 10:00 - 2:00p
Cost ............................................................ $55
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
Wed, July 10, Aug 14, Sep 11 ............... 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
Join local artists to exchange ideas, and work together. We are here to have fun creating art out of gourds! All skill levels and experience welcome.
Facilitators ...................................................... Sharon Dietrichson / Cheryl Ray
Location ............................................................ McMinnville Senior Center
Ages ..................................................................... 21+
Every Thur ........................................................ 9:30 - 12:00p
Cost ..................................................................... $3 Drop-In
