Thursday, July 9 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Interested in learning how to “capture” nature quickly in a sketchbook? With guidance from artist Karen Mazzoline, learn how to observe, sketch, and add detail to your work while enjoying the beauty of the nature trails at Hessel School House! Bring your favorite folding chair as […]
Thursday, July 9 • 1 – 3 pm (Adult/Teens) 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! Choose from scrap fabric, ribbon, buttons, bottle caps, beads, […]
Saturday, July 11 • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Join us for a magical walk through the woods 🌿 where live fairies await along the trail! 📖 A special storybook will be featured for the day — perfect for curious readers and fairy believers of all ages. Free and open to the public.
Saturday, July 11 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Step into a hands-on wildlife adventure at the Hessel School House. This engaging and family-friendly event invites curious minds of all ages to connect with nature through an up-close experience featuring LIVE ambassador animals. Presented by A.R.K. (Association of Rescue Kritters), this program showcases non-releasable wildlife […]
Tuesday, July 14 • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Learn to draw dragonflies in this fun, beginner-friendly class taught by Les Cheneaux Arts Council artist Sarah May! Students will create several practice drawings, then design and complete a unique dragonfly journal cover to take home. Perfect for ages 12 and up, with younger artists welcome when […]
Jam Sessions at Hessel School House! Jam Sessions offer an easygoing afternoon of live music-making in a welcoming, historic setting. Bring your favorite instrument Sing along Play your heart out Or simply sit back and enjoy the music Musicians of all levels are welcome — whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for […]
Thursday, July 16 • 1 – 3 pm (Adults/Teens) Come and learn the unique properties of tempera paint with artist Karen Mazzoline! Karen will give you an inside look at the possibilities of this paint medium! Learn how to work with tempera as you paint a few simple scenes. No painting experience is necessary, and […]
Due to a lack of registrations, this class has been cancelled. Tuesday, July 21 • 1 – 3 pm Come learn the basics of still life and how to capture it on paper! Using various items, artist Karen Mazzoline will guide you in the process of observing, drawing, and detailing your still life. You are […]
Did you know that the Hessel School House originally served as a school? Founded in 1938, the building housed students from kindergarten through fifth grade. We invite you to join us as we share stories about our alumni, teachers, and community, as well as the various roles the building has served over the years. We […]
Due to the lack of participants, this class has been cancelled. 3-Day Youth Theater Camp July 23, 24, & 25 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM each day This July, join professional actor, director, and playwright Sarah Cardinal for an exciting three-day Youth Theatre Intensive designed to inspire and elevate the next generation of performers! Open […]
Due to the lack of participants, this class has been cancelled. 3-Day Youth Theater Camp July 23, 24, & 25 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM each day This July, join professional actor, director, and playwright Sarah Cardinal for an exciting three-day Youth Theatre Intensive designed to inspire and elevate the next generation of performers! Open […]
Due to the lack of participants, this class has been cancelled. 3-Day Youth Theater Camp July 23, 24, & 25 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM each day This July, join professional actor, director, and playwright Sarah Cardinal for an exciting three-day Youth Theatre Intensive designed to inspire and elevate the next generation of performers! Open […]