Hessel School House

Arts & Crafts for Adults: Fabric Pumpkins
2023-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Arts & Crafts for Adults – Fabric Pumpkins
Get ready to unleash your inner artist as we guide you through the process of making adorable fabric pumpkins. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, this event is perfect for everyone. Cheryl Gordon will provide step-by-step instructions, ensuring that you leave with a beautiful handmade fabric pumpkin to decorate your home for the fall season. All materials will be provided, so you just need to bring your creativity and enthusiasm!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to relax, have fun, and create something unique. Grab your friends and join us for a morning of crafting and laughter. Please note that spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance.
We can’t wait to see you there!
$40.00 per person includes all materials and instruction.
To register, call 906-484-1333 or CLICK HERE to register online.

Mahjong Group
2023-10-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-01 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-22 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-29 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for Mahjong. Games are held weekly on Wednesdays from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Whether you are an experienced player or just a beginner, all skill levels are welcome to play. For further details, 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.

BINGO!
2023-10-26 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-09 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-16 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-30 17:00 - 20:00
Get ready to have a blast while supporting a great cause! The Hessel School House weekly Bingo Fundraiser promises an entertaining night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and cash prizes. Bring your friends, family, and colleagues along to enjoy the thrill of shouting “Bingo”. Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening. Be sure to arrive early to secure your spot and grab some delicious snacks, pop, and free popcorn. Doors open at 5:00 PM, games start at 6:00 PM.
This is an adults only event. Please no children or babies.

Annual Halloween Carnival
2023-10-28 13:00 - 15:00
Les Cheneaux area children in pre-school thru 5th Grade are welcome to join us for a spooktacular Halloween Carnival at the Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center! Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon filled with thrilling games and delicious treats. We will even have a special book on the Story Book Trail! Dress up in your most boo-tiful costumes and be prepared for a ghoulishly good time. There will be prizes (and surprises) for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fang-tastic family friendly event!
No charge to attend thanks to financial support from community business.

Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisan Market
2023-10-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-11-05 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-11-12 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-11-19 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-11-26 10:00 - 14:00
An ever-changing array of vendors bring fresh and preserved local produce, locally raised meats, eggs, gourmet baked goods, jams and jellies, soaps, gifts, fabric art and utility products such as bags, aprons and linens, artisan crafted jewelry, birch bark frames and woodworking, and MORE.

HOURS: EVERY Sunday from May thru December from 10am – 2pm

New vendors are always welcome – please email lescheneauxfarmersmarket@gmail.com for details.

Please note that the farmers market is not coordinated by Hessel School House. They rent the space to hold their event at our location. Hours and dates are subject to change without notice. Any questions or concerns about the market should be address the “organizer” listed below. Their facebook page does a good job of alerting people to unforeseen schedule changes in the winter months.

Write On Sunday
2023-10-29 15:00 - 16:30
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.

Elementary Art - Polymer Clay Animal Sculptures
2023-11-04 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and imagination at our Elementary Art class on Saturday November 4th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Hessel School House. Children ages 6-11 years old are inited to unleash their inner artist and learn the art of sculpting adorable animal figures using polymer clay.
During this event, you will be guided by Cheryl Gordon who will teach the various techniques to create fun and colorful animal sculptures. From cute puppies to graceful birds, the possibilities are endless!
Space is limited, so make sure to secure your spot in advance. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
$20 per child. Register online or call 906-484-1333.

The Schooner Huron Jewel - Dream Inspiration Tour
2023-11-04 13:00 - 15:00
LECTURE SERIES
Travel with Captain Hugh and Julie Covert as they recall the highlights of their voyage through the Great Lakes to the Eastern Seaboard, south to Florida and the Bahamas, and back. This summer they completed their 9700+ nautical mile journey aboard the Schooner Huron Jewel, a 78 foot, two-masted gaff rigged schooner that was designed and built by the couple at their home port of Drummond Island. Come enjoy their amazing adventure to inspire others to live their dream.
This presentation is free and open to the public. Please reserve your seat by calling 906-484-1333 or reserving your seat online to ensure we have room for this popular program.

Foraging for Wild Herbs
2023-11-04 15:00 - 17:00
Foraging for Wild Herbs
Join us for an exciting adventure of exploring the bountiful world of wild herbs! This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts and those interested in discovering the hidden treasures of the wilderness.
During this event we’ll learn how to identify various wild herbs, their medicinal properties, and their culinary uses. Throughout the event, Sierra LaRose will share fascinating anecdotes and tips on sustainable foraging practices, teach you how to harvest herbs responsibly ensuring the preservation of these natural resources for generations to come.
Whether you’re a seasoned forager or simply curious about the world of wild herbs, this event promises to be an educational and enriching experience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and expand your knowledge of herbal treasures!
Class Fee: $20 per person.
To register, call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE.
This class is being offered at a discount thanks to a grant from the Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District.

Barn Quilt Painting
2023-11-11 09:30 - 12:00
We invite you to come and paint your own unique 2′ x 2′ patch star barn quilt design on wood using acrylic paint. Let your creativity run wild a you choose your own color combination, resulting in a truly unique barn quilt painting that shows your personal style. Whether you’re an experienced painter or a beginner, this event is open to all skill levels.
All the necessary materials and guidance is provided. Our friendly instructor, Cheryl Gordon, will be there to assist you throughout the process, ensuring you have a great time while creating a beautiful piece of art for your home’s interior or exterior.
Class Fee is $45 per person.
Register online or call 906-484-1333 to register today!

CANCELLED - Beaded Fox
2023-11-11 10:00 - 12:00
TEEN ART CLASS: Create a Beaded Fox
Join us for a fun-filled art class where you can let your creativity soar! In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to make a beautiful beaded fox. No prior experience is necessary – this class is open to all teens ages 13-18 who are interested in exploring their artistic side. Our experienced instructor Marissa Wissner will guide you step-by-step, ensuring that you leave with a unique beaded fox that you can proudly display or gift to someone special.
Class is $25.00 per student. All materials and instruction are included.

Living Off the Land in Alaska with Pete Griffin
2023-11-11 13:00 - 14:30
Pete Griffin is the author of Stories of a Forest Ranger and Rafts, Raccoons, and Revelations. Signed copies of these books will be available at the presentation.
Alaskans living off the land is a romantic notion that is much more difficult than what one is led to believe. Pete Griffin, speaker, storyteller, naturalist, and retired Forest Service Ranger will visit the Hessel School House on Saturday, November 11 at 1:00 PM to deliver personal stories, photos, and short videos about living off the land in Alaska. This free presentation is part of the Connecting with Nature lecture series made possible by a grant from The Americana Foundation.
To reserve your seat for this special presentation, call the Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or register online.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Pete Griffin was born in a two-room log cabin with no running water just southeast of Cedarville in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula–within a hundred yards of the Lake Huron shoreline. When his dad returned home from the Army in 1953, the small family moved from cabin to cabin in the Eastern U.P. as his Dad followed work opportunities. Young Pete spent a lot of time exploring in the woods and along the shores of the St. Mary’s River and Lake Huron inventing imaginary friends when he had no one to play with.
With few exceptions, Pete’s formative years through age 23 were spent in the immediate vicinity of that little corner of Lake Huron. Water formed an important aspect of his life, whether fishing for trout in the many small creeks that emptied into the big lake or fishing for perch and herring in the protected bays and channels of the Les Cheneaux Islands.
Pete says, “My family, my parents, aunts and uncles, and my grandparents did not seem out of the ordinary as I grew up. But I came to find they all had their own stories, unique stories that all too often I discovered all too late in life.”
An introvert, he felt most comfortable on his own out in the woods or on the water rather than with others. A career in the woods made sense to him, a job where he could be alone all day and never have to talk to another person. Griffin enrolled in a wildlife biology program at nearby Lake Superior State College in Sault Ste Marie. I was graduated in 1974 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Following graduation in 1974, he was hired by the US Forest Service on the Huron-Manistee National Forest in Lower Michigan. In 1987Pete transferred to the Chippewa National Forest in Minnesota with his wife, Kathy, and thjeir two young children. In 1992, we left the Midwest for Ketchikan, Alaska. In 1999 Pete was selected as the Juneau District Ranger in Alaska’s state capital.
Griffin began Tongass Trails, a weekly five-minute natural history essay on public radio that ran several years in Juneau. In these essays, Pete included his experiences and observations from younger years growing up on the shores of Lake Huron. It was that personal touch, the short anecdotes included in the recordings that captured the listeners’ imaginations and Griffin was awarded the D. Robert Hakala Excellence in Interpreter and Conservation Education Award by the Forest Service in 2006.
Griffin retired in June 2010, concluding a 35-year career as wildlife biologist and ranger.

Deer Painting with Karen Mazzoline
2023-11-17 18:30 - 20:30
Deer Painting with Karen Mazzoline
Join us for a fun and creative evening of painting and evening deer scene with the talented artist, Karen Mazzoline. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting out, this event is perfect for everyone. Karen will guide you step-by-step in creating your own beautiful deer painting. Grab your friends or come solo and make new connections with fellow art enthusiasts.
Space is limited. Secure your spot now!
Class Fee: $40 per person.
Register online or call 906-484-1333.

Stovetop Natural Dyes
2023-11-18 13:00 - 16:00
In this class, we will explore how to use natural dye at home using kitchen waste or dyestuff foraged from the environment. Participants will learn about the mordanting process and how to get the best color from natural dyes. We will also utilize Shibori techniques to create surface design before dyeing. Students will leave with a beautifully personal naturally dyed silk scarf and expanded knowledge of the craft.
*Participants should dress for mess and bring their own rubber gloves, aprons, and a plastic bag to transport dyed items.
Class size is limited to 12 students.
$60 per student.
TO REGISTER: Call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/678089051607
This program is offered at a discount thanks to a grant from The Americana Foundation, Michigan Arts & Culture Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Closed for Holiday
2023-11-24 08:00 - 17:00
Hessel School House will be closed on November 23 & 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.

CANCELLED - Arts & Crafts Time: Pie Baker Gift Set
2023-11-28 09:30 - 12:00
Join us for an exciting morning of delicious creativity during our Arts & Crafts time for Adults. This month we will create a truly unique gift set worthy of holiday giving (or to keep for yourself) complete with a glass etched pie plate and a handmade wooden pie tray that you will decorate. Art instructor Cheryl Gordon will guide you step-by-step and provide you with all the materials necessary to create this unique gift set. (Just in time for holiday giving!). Space is limited to 10 people so register early!

SORRY, This class was cancelled due to the lack of pre-registrations.

Jolly Santa Door Hanger
2023-12-01 18:30 - 20:30
Jolly Santa Door Hanger
Friday, December 1 ~ 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Bring your friends and family along for a fun-filled evening of crafting. Cheryl Gordon will guide you through the process of creating a one-of-a-kind Jolly Santa Door Hanger, ensuring that you leave with a beautiful holiday home decor item that will impress all your guests.
Class Fee: $35.00
TO REGISTER: Call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/738389712507?aff=oddtdtcreator
