Hessel School House

Basket Making: Bird Feeder
2024-06-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Basket Making: Bird Feeder
June 26 from 1-4pm
Come join us for an afternoon of basketweaving. Using basic basketweaving technique you will create a simple roof and trough bird feeder. No prior basketweaving experience is required. Cheryl Gordon will guide you through the steps of creating this beautiful and functional bird feeder to attract feathered friends to your yard.
To register 906-484-1333 or register online below.

CANCELLED: Quilt Inspired Fierweed Trail Painting
2024-07-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
CANCELLED: Quilt Inspired Fireweed Trail Painting
July 1 from 1:00-4:00 pm

Paint a landscape painting using a quilt pattern. Instructor, Cheryl Gordon, will assist you with step-by-step instruction to create this unique painting. You will be using masking tape, stencils, and acrylic paints to create this painting. All materials will be provided. No prior experience necessary.

Mahjong Group
2024-07-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-31 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Join us for a friendly game of Mahjong. Games are held weekly on Wednesdays from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm during the summer months. Whether you are an experienced player or just a beginner, all skill levels are welcome to play. For further details or to schedule a lesson, please call Hessel School House: 906.484.1333
No registration is required. No fee to play. However, if you wish to purchase a game card, the cost is $15.
This group plays by the Official Standard Hands and Rules National Mah Jongg League Inc.

Birch Bark & Willow Picture Frame
2024-07-03 09:30 - 12:30 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Birch Bark & Willow Picture Frame
July 3, 2024
9:30am-12:30pm
Join artist Bob Causley for a unique art class where you’ll learn how to create your own 8 x 10″ frame using birch bark and red willow. In this hands-on, make and take style class, Bob will guide you through the process of crafting a stunning frame that’s perfect for your lodge decor or cottage. All materials are included. Don’t miss this opportunity to create and take home a beautiful piece of art. Sign up now to secure your spot!
Class Fee: $55

CANCELLED - Intro to Knitting
2024-07-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Intro to Knitting – CANCELLED
TWO SESSION CLASS: July 8 and 15 • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Knitting has been around for centuries and is an art form that stands the test of time. Whether you are seeking a creative outlet, relieve stress, or want a way to stay warm during the colder months, knitting is a perfect craft to master! Artist Marissa Wissner will teach the basics of knitting and how to use the various tools involved. This is a two-week course, so you will have the time to practice the basics of knitting and creating simple, but fun projects!

Rock Painting
2024-07-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Rock Painting
July 10, 2024 • 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Using a Michigan beach rock as your “canvas”, learn to paint a nature scene with acrylic paint! Artist Karen Mazzoline will demonstrate some tips and tricks for painting on this particular surface. Once painted and sealed, you can use your painted rock as a paperweight or a part of your home décor!
Class Fee: $40.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

Qigong
2024-07-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-07-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-07-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Bill McMillan, a long time summer resident of Les Cheneaux, will be offering a weekly class in Qigong and relaxation that is open to anyone interested. This will be his second summer teaching this class at the Hessel School House. Originating in China centuries ago, Qigong is a system of movements and philosophies created to help us to be more in tune with our bodies and with our lives. Everyone is welcome, including those suffering with injuries or chronic illness. Bill has taught classes to cancer patients, families, veterans, high school students and the general public for the past 12 years, including last summer at the Schoolhouse. Please feel free to contact Bill with any questions or concerns. billmcmillan74@gmail.com
Classes will be held on Thursdays from July 11 – August 22 from 9:00 – 10:00 am. Each class is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required by calling the Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

Decorative Porch Chair
2024-07-12 09:30 - 12:30 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Decorative Porch Chair
July 12, 2024 • 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Join us for a one-of-a-kind art class where you’ll have the opportunity to transform an old wooden chair into a decorative masterpiece for your porch. In this class, you’ll handpick a chair from a selection of vintage pieces, choose a theme and color scheme, and unleash your creativity with paints and odds and ends items. Get ready to let your imagination run wild as you craft your own unique porch chair that will be the envy of all your neighbors. The class fee includes all materials and the chair, so all you need to bring is your artistic flair and a sense of adventure.
Class Fee: $55.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

Lawn Frog Painting
2024-07-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
After visiting the Frog Fest in Cedarville, hop on over to the Hessel School House to paint a wooden cutout frog. Everything you need to decorate your frog is provided. Wood cutouts are available while supplies lasts. This event is free, but donations are always appreciated.

Working in Pastels (3 session class)
2024-07-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Working in Pastels Bootcamp
Mondays from 10 am – 12 noon on July 15, 22, and 29
Working in pastels requires a little patience and practice but can be a very rewarding experience! Hessel School House is offering a three-week course in learning to work in this type of medium. Learn how to blend, layer, and detail using a different variety of pastels (soft and oil). With guidance from artist Karen Mazzoline, discover how to build depth and add to your art arsenal pastel tricks and tips for a stronger painting. All materials will be provided, and you need not have experience in pastel to participate. You will have opportunity to practice what you have learned in our training exercises, activities, and small projects.
Class Fee: $85.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

DIY Hair Accessories
2024-07-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
DIY Hair Accessories
July 17, 2024 • 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Create your very own hair clips, scrunchie, or head band with the help from artist Marissa Wissner! Using a variety of materials, make a curated hair piece that you’ll enjoy for yourself or give as a gift! Learn different techniques for each hair piece. You’ll practice each technique before implementing them into your own piece to take home. All materials will be provided!
Class Fee: 35.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

PAINT & SIP: Sunset Oasis
2024-07-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
July 17 from 6:30-8:30pm
Nothing says summer quite like a gorgeous sunset on the lake! Come and enjoy a great evening of painting! Using acrylic on canvas, create a serene sunset oasis with guidance from artist Karen Mazzoline. No experience is required and all materials will be provided. Feel free to bring the beverage of your choice to sip while you paint.
Class fee: $40.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

Alumni Garden Dedication
2024-07-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Join us for a heartfelt celebration at the Hessel School House Alumni Memorial Garden Dedication this Saturday, July 20th, from 5 PM to 7 PM.
Come enjoy delicious appetizers and mingle with fellow alumni as we honor the cherished memories of past students who attended the historic Hessel School House from 1938 to 1958. The evening will kick off with a presentation shortly after 5 PM, followed by a catered picnic dinner by the renowned Les Cheneaux Culinary School, complete with an open bar!
Best of all, there’s NO CHARGE TO ATTEND—just bring your fondness for the past and your spirit of celebration!
We can’t wait to see you there and share in this special occasion together. Let’s honor our shared history and enjoy a wonderful evening!

Pysanky Egg Decorating Class
2024-07-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Ukraine egg decorating is an art form that dates back centuries. Known as Pysanky, these beautiful and intricately patterned eggs are decorated using the wax-resist method creating stunning motifs. Come learn this traditional art form with artist Bette Smith. All materials and step-by-step instruction provided. – $35
Class is $35 per student. Limited to 10 people.
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Art Me Happy
2024-07-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Art Me Happy!
1:00 – 3:00 PM
There are so many benefits when making art! In the creative process we can explore our self-expression, gain personal insight, relieve everyday stress, and develop self-awareness. With “Art Me Happy” classes, artist Karen Mazzoline will use art starters, basic art techniques, and a unique activity to help boost our moods and self-confidence! Each week from July 29 – August 26 will have a different theme, focus, and activity, so you can attend every session! We will be exploring different media, styles, and techniques each week. Come and unwind as you use art to help melt the stress away!
Class Fee: $30.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11700

Sea Shanty Concert at Hessel Marina
2024-07-29 19:30 - 20:30, 2024-07-30 19:30 - 20:30 | MI
Join us for an unforgettable evening of sea shanties with the talented duo, True Fact, featuring Diego Bermudez and Sam Thibeault. The event takes place at the Hessel Marina on Monday, July 29 and Tuesday, July 30 at 7:30 PM for two enchanting nights filled with music and maritime tales.
This **FREE lawn concert** is the perfect opportunity to unwind—bring your blankets or chairs and get ready to sing along as Diego and Sam share their passion for all things nautical and historical. As skilled deckhands aboard the Schooner Huron Jewel, they’ve charmed audiences with their lively performances, and now it’s your turn to join in the merriment!
Immerse yourself in the songs of the Inland Seas and hear thrilling tales of daring seafarers. Whether you want to learn the shanties or simply clap along, it’s bound to be a fun-filled experience! And if you play an instrument, feel free to bring it along!
**Don’t miss out on this musical voyage—see you there!**
This event is co-hosted by Drummond Island Tall Ship Co. and Hessel School House

Qigong
2024-08-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-08-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Bill McMillan, a long time summer resident of Les Cheneaux, will be offering a weekly class in Qigong and relaxation that is open to anyone interested. This will be his second summer teaching this class at the Hessel School House. Originating in China centuries ago, Qigong is a system of movements and philosophies created to help us to be more in tune with our bodies and with our lives. Everyone is welcome, including those suffering with injuries or chronic illness. Bill has taught classes to cancer patients, families, veterans, high school students and the general public for the past 12 years, including last summer at the Schoolhouse. Please feel free to contact Bill with any questions or concerns. billmcmillan74@gmail.com
Classes will be held on Thursdays from August 1 – August 22 from 9:00 – 10:00 am. Each class is $15.00 per session. Pre-registration is required by calling the Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11746

Drawing Bootcamp (3 sessions)
2024-08-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Drawing Bootcamp
3 SESSION CLASS -Mondays, August 5, 12, and 19 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Build your drawing “muscle” by attending Hessel School House’s Drawing Bootcamp! In this three-week course, learn about the tools used to draw values, shapes, textures, and perspective. Artist Karen Mazzoline will use starter exercises, activities, and projects to help you develop your drawing skillset! Our focus will be on the elements of art and the principles of design as we draw people, land and seascapes, animals, objects, and places. We will also be working with different drawing media (marker, ink, colored pencil). Materials and tools will be provided by the instructor, but if you have your own sketch books and pencils, feel free to bring them to class!
Class Fee: 85.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11746

Art Me Happy
2024-08-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Art Me Happy!
1:00 – 3:00 PM
There are so many benefits when making art! In the creative process we can explore our self-expression, gain personal insight, relieve everyday stress, and develop self-awareness. With “Art Me Happy” classes, artist Karen Mazzoline will use art starters, basic art techniques, and a unique activity to help boost our moods and self-confidence! Each Monday from August 5 thru August 26 will have a different theme, focus, and activity, so you can attend every session! We will be exploring different media, styles, and techniques each week. Come and unwind as you use art to help melt the stress away!
Class Fee: $30.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=11746
