Copper Wire & Bead Jewelry Making Class (Youth)
2022-11-19 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Using your hands, a pair of pliers and few other tools, you will shape, form, twist, and curl copper wire. Then add a few beads to the creation for a touch of sparkle to make a necklace that’s as unique as the person who will wear it. This class is intended for youth ages 10 – 18 years old. Instruction provided by jewelry maker Mary Welters. Class will be held Saturday, November 19 from 1-3 PM at Hessel School House. All materials included. $15 per student. Space is limited, pre-registration required.

To register online: visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/439981054177 or call 906-484-1333.

Family Crafting Day
2022-12-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Just in time for holiday gift giving!
Drop in between 10AM- 2PM to create an assortment of simple holiday gifts. Fun for all ages and perfect for the family to work on together. Donations are appreciated to help cover the cost of the materials. Local arts/crafts vendors will also have gift items available for sale. Watch for additional details coming soon!
This event is in conjunction with the Hessel/Cedarville Holiday Shop Hop.

Snowman Painting Night
2022-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
This class was so popular, we’re doing it again! Grab your friends and join artist Kristy Beyer for a fun night of painting. Create a charming snowman painting that can be displayed through the holidays and into the new year. No prior painting experience required. $20 per student.
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

CANCELED - Copper Wire & Bead Jewelry Making Class (Youth)
2023-01-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELED.

Using your hands, a pair of pliers and few other tools, you will shape, form, twist, and curl copper wire. Then add a few beads to the creation for a touch of sparkle to make a necklace that’s as unique as the person who will wear it. This class is intended for youth ages 10 – 18 years old. Instruction provided by jewelry maker Mary Welters. All materials included. $15 per student. Space is limited, pre-registration required.

Click here to REGISTER ONLINE or call 906-484-1333.

Minimum Enrollment
Hessel School House reserves the right to cancel any class that does not meet its minimum student enrollment prior to the class. If a class is cancelled for lack of enrollment, Hessel School House will offer a refund to the student in the manner in which tuition was paid. (Cash payments will be refunded by check.)
Student Cancellation
Requests for cancellation by the student at least five (5) days prior to the class will be honored (minus a processing fee). NO REFUNDS will be given for a student cancellation made less than five (5) days in advance.
Support for this program provided in part by the Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts

Intro to Embroidery (Bookmark)
2023-01-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Embroidery is a beautiful meditative craft that allows you to express yourself by making something truly unique. During this class, instructor Carolyn Wilson will teach you the basics of embroidery while you create a unique and useful bookmark to use for your winter reading. All materials are included. Class fee is $30 per person. Teens and adults welcome.
Class Size Min. 4, Max 12.
Class Fee: $30
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

Sample image of the bookmark we will be creating during this class.

Support for this program provided in part by the Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts

Whooo Wants to Learn About OWLS!
2023-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Family Nature Program
FAMILY-FRIENDLY! Hessel School House invites you to come and learn about owls during this hands-on interactive, educational experience. Examine an owl up close and listen to owl calls to see which ones may be living in your back yard. Owl pellets provide a real “hands-on” study about what owls eat and how different their eating is from other animals. The class concludes with a family art project to take home. Family affordable at just $5.00 per person to help cover materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required to attend.
The “Family Nature Program” is a new series offered the last Saturday of the month. Each month will feature a new topic. Be sure to check our calendar for upcoming events. You won’t want to miss them.
Class size: Min. 8 / Max. 16
Class Fee: $5 per person
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

Support for this program provided in part by the Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts

Create a Felted Valentine Gift
2023-01-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Learn the basics of felting by creating a special Valentine’s gift for you or someone you love. Marissa from K&M Artistry will show you how to use a unique stitch for your design. Come on out to enjoy an afternoon with friends. Class fee is $40 per person and includes all materials and instruction. Recommended for teens and adults.
Class Size: Min. 4 / Max. 12
Class Fee: $40 per person
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

Write On Sunday
2023-01-29 14:30 - 16:00, 2023-04-30 14:30 - 16:00 | MI
NEW FOR 2023! You’ve made a resolution to exercise your body and stay in shape, but what about your mind? Clear your head and open your mind to a fun experience in short-form creative writing the last Sunday of each month. Release your inner critic and follow your inspiration. Nothing to bring but pen, paper and who you really are.
Simple writing prompts will ignite your imagination and get your creative juices flowing. Then you will follow your own creative instincts in this short form creative writing exercise that takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish. There will be no teaching or critiquing. This is just writing for your own enjoyment. Each meeting is a new adventure and you will be amazed to see the multitude of perspectives that all began with the same pebble of inspiration.
Writers of all skill levels are welcome, whether you’re a published author or just a beginner.
There is no fee to attend, but please register online so we can plan accordingly.

Creative Mending - CANCELLED
2023-02-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
This class has been cancelled. We will offer it again in the spring.
Creative Mending is a great way to cultivate your inner artisan by mending your favorite items with a bit of fun and flair. It’s also a way to care for our textiles, the people we love, and our planet. Everyone is welcome, from beginners who have never sewn a stitch before to experienced fiber artists looking for more ways to extend the life of their garments! Instructor Carolyn Wilson will walk you through beautiful stitching from simple to invisible.
No experience (or sewing machine) necessary. You will learn mainly hand sewing and crafting techniques. Feel free to bring an item or two to mend in class.
Class fee is $30. Re-registration is required.

WOMEN ON ICE - Intro to Ice Fishing
2023-02-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Women on Ice is an introduction to ice fishing for women of all ages. Grab your girlfriends and make it an afternoon outing. Maureen Stine, will guide you through the basics of ice fishing from learning how to set a tip up and what to do when the flag goes up, using an auger, understanding a lake map, choosing tackle for perch and panfish vs. tackle for walleye and pike, ice safety and more.
Class will start at the Hessel School House for a bit of training before heading out on the ice. Everything you need to ice fish is included. Since this event is held on a Michigan Free fishing weekend, a fishing license for participants is not required making it the perfect time to try your hand at ice fishing and possibly fall in love with a new winter activity. There is no guarantee that we will catch fish. Hot chocolate and snacks provided.
Class Fee: $20/person. Space is limited. Register early for this fun event!
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

Paint a Self Portrait (Teen Art Class)
2023-02-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Painting a self portrait is all about capturing the essence of who you are on canvas. It can be a fun and challenging way to express yourself and a great way to learn more about how you see yourself. Teen aged students will learn basic techniques of painting while creating a self portrait to take home. Space is limited.
Pre-registrations is required.
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

Geology ROCKS!
2023-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
With rock samples from all around the globe, students will quickly begin to see the difference between igneous and sedimentary rock forms and learn about the fascinating world of geology. This hands-on experience concludes with a special family art project. Great for all ages. Space is limited for this family friendly event.
Class fee: $5.00/person
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

CANCELLED - Painting ROCKS!
2023-02-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Rock Painting Class (adults & teens)
Using a rock as your “canvas”, learn to paint a nature scene with acrylic paint! Guest artist Karen Mazzoline will demonstrate some tips and tricks for painting on this particular surface. You can use your creation as a paperweight or a part of your home decor!
Class size is limited. Class fee: $40
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

About K&M Artistry
K & M Artistry is the mother/daughter team of Karen and Marissa Mazzoline. The Mazzolines have lived in northern Michigan since 1995 and they continue to enjoy its natural and wondrous beauty! Sharing a passion for creating, Karen and Marissa offer a variety of unique skills including painting, drawing, felting, and jewelry making! Marissa and Karen love meeting new people and making connections with those that they teach! They look forward to sharing their love of art with you in Hessel!

Write On Sunday
2023-02-26 14:30 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
You’ve made a resolution to exercise your body and stay in shape, but what about your mind? Clear your head and open your mind to a fun experience in short-form creative writing the last Sunday of each month. Release your inner critic and follow your inspiration. Nothing to bring but pen, paper and who you really are.
Simple writing prompts will ignite your imagination and get your creative juices flowing. Then you will follow your own creative instincts in this short form creative writing exercise that takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish. There will be no teaching or critiquing. This is just writing for your own enjoyment. Each meeting is a new adventure and you will be amazed to see the multitude of perspectives that all began with the same pebble of inspiration.
Writers of all skill levels are welcome, whether you’re a published author or just a beginner.
There is no fee to attend, but please register online so we can plan accordingly.

CANCELLED - Whimsical Painting
2023-03-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Let your creativity blossom as you create a whimsical flower painting with an inspirational phrase worthy of framing. Cheryl Gordon will lead you through the steps to paint your piece, then choose from a few different words or phrases to personalize your artwork. All materials included. No painting experience needed for this fun and carefree painting.
Class Min: 4/ Class Max. 12
Class Fee: $40
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/547794687657

Example of Painting Style

CANCELLED - Intro to Paper Quilling
2023-03-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Join Kristy Beyer as she walks you through he basics of paper quilling – the art of curling and shaping strips of paper to form beautiful designs. Participants will learn the different basic shapes of quilling to form flowers, leaves, and stems, then put them together to create their own original piece of artwork. All materials are included.
Class min. 4 / max. 12
Class Fee: $30
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/547823513877

Irish Jig Puzzle Palooza
2023-03-14 06:00 - 20:30 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Love to do puzzles? Feeling lucky? We’ll grab your friends and join us for Puzzle Palooza ~ a fun evening of puzzling and prizes for a good cause! Teams of four will compete against each other to complete a 500 pc. jigsaw puzzle. Teams that finish the fastest win prizes! A special prize for the best dressed Irish themed team as well. Snacks, coffee and water will be provided. We won’t be serving green beer, but feel free to bring your own beverage if you like. It’s going to be loads of fun! Limited space is available. Don’t miss out on the camaraderie and competition.
$25.00 per person or $80.00 per 4-person team ($20.00/person*). If you don’t have a team, then we will match you up with other single players so you can make a few new friends. Hope to see you there!
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/555839098707
* In order to get the team rate, all 4 players must be registered under one name at the same time.
This is a fundraiser for Hessel School House’s writers program.

Pysanky: Traditional Ukrainian Egg Decorating Class
2023-03-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
The start of spring means that Easter is on the horizon, which for many people means one thing—it’s time to start decorating eggs. In Ukraine, Easter egg decorating is an important art form that dates back centuries. Known as pysanky, these beautiful and intricately patterned eggs are decorated using the wax-resist (batik) method creating stunning motifs.
Come learn this traditional art form with artists Anthony and Gretchen Jones at Hessel School House, Saturday, March 18, 2023.
TWO OPTIONS OFFERED: Please be sure to register for the one you want to take.
Option 1: Beginners class from 9:00 a.m. – Noon – $35 per student
Option 2: Advanced class will be held 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – $45 per student.
The advanced class includes all beginners instructions and allows for additional time to apply multiple colors and detailing. Both classes will be held simultaneously. Registration fee includes hands-on instruction to create your egg, supplies, your own kitska (tool), dyes, and wax to take home. Space is limited.
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/547871246647
At the request of the instructors, the proceeds from the class will support Impacto, a mission organization in helping families dealing with poverty and violence in Guatemala.

Watercolor Seascape - Adult Painting Class
2023-03-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS
With the season of spring approaching and visions of summer begin to swirl in your head, learn to create a beautiful seascape in watercolor! Guest artist Karen Mazzoline will share some techniques that will give you the confidence you need in working with this medium. Come on out an enjoy an afternoon of painting!
Class size is limited so register online early.
$45.00 per student. All materials are included.
Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

About the Artists
K & M Artistry is the mother/daughter team of Karen and Marissa Mazzoline. The Mazzolines have lived in northern Michigan since 1995 and they continue to enjoy its natural and wondrous beauty! Sharing a passion for creating, Karen and Marissa offer a variety of unique skills including painting, drawing, felting, and jewelry making! Marissa and Karen love meeting new people and making connections with those that they teach! They look forward to sharing their love of art with you in Hessel!

Discover Michigan's Magnificent Mammals
2023-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
About 60 species of terrestrial mammals live in Michigan, including bear, elk, and fox. We will have an extensive collection of pelts and skulls for students to touch and compare as we explore the adaptations of some of Michigan’s magnificent mammals. Our science and nature lesson will be followed by a nature inspired art project. Fun for the whole family. Limited space is available for this hands-on, family friendly experience. Register early.
$5.00 per person
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/547944927027

Write On Sunday
2023-03-26 14:30 - 16:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Clear your head and open your mind to a fun experience in short-form creative writing the last Sunday of each month. Release your inner critic and follow your inspiration. Nothing to bring but pen, paper and who you really are.
Simple writing prompts will ignite your imagination and get your creative juices flowing. Then you will follow your own creative instincts in this short form creative writing exercise that takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish. There will be no teaching or critiquing. This is just writing for your own enjoyment. Each meeting is a new adventure and you will be amazed to see the multitude of perspectives that all began with the same pebble of inspiration.
Writers of all skill levels are welcome, whether you’re a published author or just a beginner.
There is no fee to attend, but please register online so we can plan accordingly.

Paint Like Van Gogh
2023-03-29 09:30 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Learn to paint in a style similar to Van Gogh. In this class we’re going to go through the steps of developing a painting – The Starry Night – from start to finish and also try and give it a hint of the great master, Vincent Van Gogh. This class is designed for teens and adults. All materials and instruction provided.
Class Size: min. 4 / max. 10
Class Fee: $30.00
Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/547926612247

Rag Rug Weaving (2 session class)
2023-04-15 09:30 - 12:00, 2023-04-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Rag rug making is a centuries old craft with unlimited opportunities for experimentation and self-expression. The tactile quality of simple loom weaving is particularly aesthetic and creative. In this class, Cheryl Gordon you will provide each student with a loom, teach them how to prepare a variety of “rag” scrap fabrics for a custom weaving experience, and teach them how to weave a beautiful and functional rug approximately 30″ x 45″ in size. The objective of this course is to provide students with the necessary skills and materials to confidently leave the classroom and create future rugs using this technique.
This class is two sessions : April 15 and April 22 from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Class Fee: $75 (include loom, materials, and 2 days of instruction)
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/547972629887

Drawing 101 (2 session class)
2023-04-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-04-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Drawing 101
2 Sessions: April 15 and 29 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Drawing 101 is designed for beginner artists who have an interest in learning how to draw or sketch — or simply want to improve their skills. It covers the tools you’ll need to draw and also provides plenty of exercises to practice drawing using different techniques and styles. It also covers drawing people, places, and objects.
During this two session workshop you will learn about the tools used to draw, values, shading, textures and how to create them, and incorporate them to draw people, landscapes, animals, flowers and trees. You will also have the opportunity to share your amazing drawing creations in class to receive useful feedback. While you won’t walk away a master artist after you’ve finish the workshop, you will have the knowledge and training you need to continue to draw and bring the scenes you see in your daily life to paper.
This class is geared to adults but teens are welcome to attend. Materials are included, but feel free to bring your own supplies if you like.
Class Fee: $65.00 (includes both sessions and supplies)
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/548018527167
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Karen Mazzoline is a newly retired art/music teacher from the Public Schools of Petoskey. She has lived in northern Michigan since 1995 and considers this area the “best place to be”! Karen’s passion for drawing started when she was young and developed her skills through college, post-graduate classes, and personal experimentation. Mrs. Mazzoline’s approach to teaching this class is simple: she will give you the basic tools to develop and strengthen your drawing skill set and will encourage and support you through the artistic process!

Rag Rug Weaving (2 session class)
2023-04-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Rag rug making is a centuries old craft with unlimited opportunities for experimentation and self-expression. The tactile quality of simple loom weaving is particularly aesthetic and creative. In this class, Cheryl Gordon you will provide each student with a loom, teach them how to prepare a variety of “rag” scrap fabrics for a custom weaving experience, and teach them how to weave a beautiful and functional rug approximately 30″ x 45″ in size. The objective of this course is to provide students with the necessary skills and materials to confidently leave the classroom and create future rugs using this technique.
This class is two sessions : August 14 and August 16 from 1:00 – 3:30 PM
Class Fee: $85 (include loom, materials, and 2 days of instruction)
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/568183651597

Intro To Embroidery - Bookmark
2023-05-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Embroidery is a beautiful meditative craft that allows you to express yourself by making something truly unique. During this class, instructor Carolyn Wilson will teach you the basics of embroidery while you create a unique and useful bookmark to use for your winter reading. All materials are included.
Class fee is $30 per person. Teens and adults welcome.
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/548050151757

Mosaic Welcome Signs (Adult Art Class)
2023-05-13 09:30 - 12:00 | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
During this class participants will create a lovely sign from barn wood with letters made from multi-colored tiny tiles or broken glass and caulk. Another option would be to do your family name in tiles. What a lovely sign to have greet your guests this summer or to give as a gift. All materials are included.
Class Fee: $45.00
Class Size: Min. 4 / Max. 10
Pre-registration is required to attend.
REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/567240881747
