Make a festive stained glass sun-catcher to display at home or give as a gift. Choose from four holiday designs: a cardinal, a holiday candle, a poinsettia or a Christmas tree.
Two sessions are offered at Rhoads Garden Center: 9 AM–noon or 1–4 PM. The glass pieces are pre-cut, so beginners can learn the basics and experienced crafters can build on their skills. The price includes personal instruction and all supplies for one project. Cost is $80 for the cardinal or Christmas tree and $90 for the poinsettia or holiday candle. Class is led by La Petite Pomme Glassworks.
Grab your girlfriends for a festive night of fresh greens, holiday creativity and cocktails at Rhoadhouse 56 at Rhoads Garden Center. This hands-on workshop puts a playful twist on traditional Christmas decorating: you’ll create your own whimsical Santa-inspired arrangement with fresh Christmas greens, bright red berries, natural pinecones and festive accents. Seasoned DIYers and first-timers are both welcome. Rhoads provides the materials and inspiration; you bring the creativity.
When: Thursday, December 10, 6 PM
Where: Rhoadhouse 56 at Rhoads Garden Center, 1051 St. Rt. 56 East, Circleville
Cost: $69.99 per arrangement; registration required
Included: Fresh seasonal Christmas greens and decorative accents, plus your own Santa-inspired arrangement to take home
Drinks: Cash bar with seasonal cocktails and other beverages
Do you have albums filled with real, printed photographs? Learn how to digitize them so you can keep them as computer files. Join your Guiding Ohio Online Technology Trainer and fellow keepsake-holders for a one-hour session on scanning photos with a scanner or a smartphone app, plus best practices for keeping your files safe and organized.
When: Tuesday, December 15, 2–3 PM
Where: Meeting Room, Floyd E. Younkin Branch Library, 51 Long St., Ashville
New evening class added! This workshop encourages you to explore your creativity and experience the writing process among fellow writers. The instructor focuses on the craft of writing, covering different techniques, styles and a range of writers, in a supportive and collaborative community.
Rachel Townsend, PCL Library Assistant, teaches the series, held the first Friday of the month at 10:30 AM and the first Monday of the month at 5:30 PM. The evening class covers the same content as the morning class, so you do not need to attend both.
When: Monday, December 7, 5:30–7:30 PM
Where: Crites-Hannan Meeting Room, Pickaway County Main Library, 1160 N. Court St., Circleville
This workshop encourages you to explore your creativity and experience the writing process among fellow writers. The instructor focuses on the craft of writing, covering different techniques, styles and a range of writers, in a supportive and collaborative writing community.
Rachel Townsend, PCL Library Assistant, teaches the series. The morning class meets the first Friday of the month; an evening class with the same content meets the first Monday at 5:30 PM. You do not need to attend both.
When: Friday, December 4, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Where: Crites-Hannan Meeting Room, Pickaway County Main Library, 1160 N. Court St., Circleville
Did you get a new smartphone or tablet for the holidays? Are you considering switching from a flip phone to a smartphone? Not sure what the difference between a tablet and a laptop is? Come spend an hour learning the basics of touchscreen devices, including adjusting settings to customize your device, connecting to and using WiFi, downloading apps, and keeping your device up to date.
You are welcome to bring your own tablet or phone to learn how to use the functions on your specific device.
When: Thursday, December 3, 11 AM–noon
Where: Computer Lab, Pickaway County Main Library, 1160 N. Court St., Circleville
Celebrate the season at Rhoads Garden Center with a double-sided holiday glass lantern you make yourself. One side features a Christmas tree and the other a candy cane.
Instructors guide you through the design and handle the kiln work, and your lantern is ready for pickup a few days later. The $85 fee includes everything you need. Hosted by Ellie Hite of The Glass Chime.
Make a cozy holiday keepsake at Rhoads Garden Center with this Dual-Sided Christmas Lantern Workshop. One side features a jolly snowman and the other a gingerbread cottage.
You will learn simple glass layering and finishing techniques, then your piece is kiln-fired and ready for pickup a few days later. The $85 fee includes all supplies. Hosted by Ellie Hite of The Glass Chime.
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