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Weaving Exploration Extravaganza

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Weaving Exploration Extravaganza
At Crossroads Arts Council
One Week Only!   Join artist Sally Vikman for an exploration of various weaving tools and techniques.During this week, Sally will lead you through weaving basics, exercises, and tips using simple frame looms and harness weaving looms. When you feel comfortable, you can reserve some time on a specific loom to create your own project. You can choose to make a scarf, a towel, a placemat, or a small tapestry.
Spend a little time, or a little bit more.. Survey and explore, or go home with your own project (or two.) The classroom at Crossroads Arts will be dedicated to weaving and filled with weaving supplies/tools for the week! All supplies are provided, and Sally will be available to answer questions. Each class is limited to 5 people, adults or youth aged15+. Have a loom already, and need some help getting started? Bring it in for some guidance. $30/hour.
E-mail Sally at sjvikman@gmail.com to reserve your desired activities.

See schedule below.

$30

Weaving Exploration Extravaganza Schedule

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Sat. July 20 & Tues. July 23:  1:00-2:00 Intro to weaving looms, 2:30-3:30 Beginning Harness Loom Weaving,  4:00-5:00 Beginning Tapestry Weaving

Sun. July 21 & Mon. July 22: 1:00-2:00 Intro to weaving looms,  2:30-3:30 Beginning Harness Loom Weaving,  4:00-5:00 Beginning Tapestry Weaving,  6:00-7:00 Intro to Weaving Looms,  

7:30-8:30 Beginning Harness Loom Weaving,  Each of the above classes is $30

Wed. July 24 - Sat. July 27:  1:00-4:00 Reserve a project loom for 3 hours,  5:00-8:00 Reserve a project loom for 3 hours,  Each 3 hour reservation is $80.  Have a loom already, and need some help getting started?  Bring it in for some guidance. $30/hour.  Email Sally at sjvikman@gmail.com to reserve your desired activities.

Mini Art Camp Ages 6-9yrs

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Mini summer art camp for elementary children ages 6-9 yr. Mon. - Wed. July 29th - 31st. 9am - 12pm. Classes will be taught by an art teacher with experience in early childhood art instruction. Classes that will be taught include drawing, painting and mosaics. Register with Debbie Kindschuh: debbie.kindschuh@gmail.com or call/text 719-248-8320. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 63385. Pre-registration required by July 5th to reserve your spot. Limit 10.

$80

“Sunflower Summer” Impressionist Style Painting Class

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Learn to paint vivid bold strokes and use dappled light effects to create a beautiful Impressionist style painting. Open to beginners and advanced. Tuesday evening, July 30th 6:00-8:30 pm. $40 - all materials provided. Limit 8. Preregister with Debbie Kindschuh: debbie.kindschuh@gmail.com or text/call 719-248-8320. Waiting list class will be scheduled upon demand. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (lower level).

$40

Fiber Fanatics

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Plan to join us for our Fiber Fanatics Group - felting, appliqué, embroidery, rug hooking and all needle artists, this group is for you! Bring along a project and join us Wednesday,  Aug 7th, 6:30-8:30 pm Crossroads Arts Gallery, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (Lower Level). Enjoy sharing designs, techniques, and lots of lively conversations. Questions and RSVP (not required, but appreciated) - contact Laurie Sirtak  lauriesirtak@gmail.com or 314-614-5211

“Intro to Colored” Pencil 2 Day Workshop

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

This two day workshop is an introduction to colored pencil techniques including color theory and pencil blending. No experience or supplies needed. You may bring your own set of colored pencils if you choose. Register: Luba Briginets lubabriginets@yahoo.com, (314) 536-1960 or Natasha Head natraehead@gmail.com (636)357-1871. Friday August 9th & Saturday August 10th 4-6pm. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville,MO (lower level).

$80

“Hablante Español – Basic”- Spanish Class

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

This free class is an opportunity for those who are learning how to speak Spanish and also for those who already speak Spanish. It is a time to practice speaking the language in a judgement free environment. Join us Monday, Aug. 12th  6:30-7:30. The topic this month is "Recreation ". Bring your cheat sheets and improve your speaking skills. For more information contact: Rhonda Schrum 636-357-1605. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 63385  (lower level).

“The Makers” Art Group

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

The Makers is an art group that is open to all interested artists.  Bring your own art project to work on and enjoy creative conversation as we share and motivate each other. August 13th, 10am - 12pm. All mediums welcome. Contact Diane dmrms878@yahoo.com.  Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 6338. (lower level)

Rough Writers

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Second Tuesdays Monthly at 7 pm
 
This writers’ group called “The Rough Writers” is not a group of professionals; some of the writing might be fairly rough! We are people who want to share our writing, encourage and help each other, and improve our skills. We will meet at the Crossroads Arts Center on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Any kind of writing is welcome—fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, essays, and more!
 
It’s OK not to be OK.
 
For more information about this group, please contact Deborah Bowman at dbowman@asge.org

“Misty Mountains” Impressionist Style Painting Class

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Learn to paint vivid bold strokes and use dappled light effects to create a beautiful Impressionist style painting. Open to beginners and advanced. Tuesday evening, August 20th or Aug.27th,  6:00-8:30 pm. $40 - all materials provided. Limit 8. Preregister with Debbie Kindschuh: debbie.kindschuh@gmail.com or text/call 719-248-8320. Waiting list class will be scheduled upon demand. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (lower level).

$40

“Misty Mountains” Impressionist Style Painting Class

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Learn to paint vivid bold strokes and use dappled light effects to create a beautiful Impressionist style painting. Open to beginners and advanced. Tuesday evening, August 20th or Aug.27th,  6:00-8:30 pm. $40 - all materials provided. Limit 8. Preregister with Debbie Kindschuh: debbie.kindschuh@gmail.com or text/call 719-248-8320. Waiting list class will be scheduled upon demand. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (lower level).

$40

Fiber Fanatics

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Plan to join us for our Fiber Fanatics Group - felting, appliqué, embroidery, rug hooking and all needle artists, this group is for you! Bring along a project and join us Wednesday,  Sept. 4th, 6:30-8:30 pm Crossroads Arts Gallery, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (Lower Level). Enjoy sharing designs, techniques, and lots of lively conversations. Questions and RSVP (not required, but appreciated) - contact Laurie Sirtak  lauriesirtak@gmail.com or 314-614-5211

“Hablante Español – Basic” Spanish Class

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

This free class is an opportunity for those who are learning how to speak Spanish and also for those who already speak Spanish. It is a time to practice speaking the language in a judgement free environment. Join us Monday, Sept. 9th  6:30-7:30. The topic this month is "Family ". Bring your cheat sheets and improve your speaking skills. For more information contact: Rhonda Schrum 636-357-1605. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 63385  (lower level).

“The Makers” Art Group

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

The Makers is an art group that is open to all interested artists.  Bring your own art project to work on and enjoy creative conversation as we share and motivate each other. September 10th, 10am - 12pm. All mediums welcome. Contact Diane dmrms878@yahoo.com.  Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 6338. (lower level)

“Tuesday’s Tea”

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

"Tuesday's Tea" will consist of  light refreshments and teaching of various artists in a fun atmosphere that would encourage gathering and community. Tuesday, April 9th 1-3pm, $10 fee payable at the door.
The artist discussion will be of John Singer Sargent presented by Donna Marie Pierre. Different artists will be featured each month. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO 63385 (lower level). Reservations required: Register: dmrms878@yahoo.com 

$10

Rough Writers

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Second Tuesdays Monthly at 7 pm
 
This writers’ group called “The Rough Writers” is not a group of professionals; some of the writing might be fairly rough! We are people who want to share our writing, encourage and help each other, and improve our skills. We will meet at the Crossroads Arts Center on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Any kind of writing is welcome—fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, essays, and more!
 
It’s OK not to be OK.
 
For more information about this group, please contact Deborah Bowman at dbowman@asge.org

Beginners Collage Class

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

We will work with both torn and cut paper and use both handmade papers and "junk mail." Completed project will be suitable for framing. This collage class will feature a vase of flowers. Thursday, September 12th 6:30-8:30pm. $30 includes all supplies. Class size limited to 7 people. Preregister: Nancy Jackson @nancyejackson1949@gmail.com

$30

Crossroads Art Film: Saturday Matinee

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Sept. 14th, 2024 - Quarterly Matinee screening - BIG EYES. Sept. 14th, 2024, 3 pm. FREE Main Gallery. RSVP with Diane Ransom 636-795-9768 or Rhonda Schrum 637-357-1605. Rated PG13.

Game Night

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Join us for an evening of fun with games, snacks, and a chance to make new friend connections. Bring a game that you enjoy playing, a snack to share, and a drink for yourself. We hope to see you there! No charge. Friday, September 20, the fun starts at 6pm. For more information contact Diane Ransom: dmrms878@yahoo.com. Crossroads Arts Council, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (lower level).

Fiber Fanatics

Crossroads Arts Center 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO, United States

Plan to join us for our Fiber Fanatics Group - felting, appliqué, embroidery, rug hooking and all needle artists, this group is for you! Bring along a project and join us Wednesday,  Oct. 2nd, 6:30-8:30 pm Crossroads Arts Gallery, 310 W. Pearce Blvd., Wentzville, MO (Lower Level). Enjoy sharing designs, techniques, and lots of lively conversations. Questions and RSVP (not required, but appreciated) - contact Laurie Sirtak  lauriesirtak@gmail.com or 314-614-5211