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 […]
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 […]
Join us on Monday's through out the summer for Make It On Monday! Create a close-up painting of a butterfly. Learn simple painting techniques to create your own masterpiece. Adults and teens are welcome to attend. $15 per person includes all materials. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Class size is limited, please pre-register online so we can […]
Les Cheneaux Arts Council will showcase local artists in the Hessel School House gallery from August 4 - 30, 2023. Stop in can admire the handy work of your talented neighbors. Some pieces may be available for purchase. Please note that the exhibit is not available for viewing during private events and classes/lectures that take […]
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 […]
Join us on Monday's through out the summer for Make It On Monday! Create a boating themed coaster using a ceramic tile, tissue paper, and clip art. Just in time for Boat Show Weekend! Adults and teens are welcome to attend. $15 per person includes all materials. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Class size is limited, please […]
Les Cheneaux Arts Council will be holding an art class at the Hessel School House today. Details and online registration for thier event can be found at https://www.lescheneauxartscouncil.org/
Students ages 6-11 years old will be building their own wooden paddle wheel boat. Once the glue and paint is dry the boat can be set in motion by winding up the paddle wheel. A fun project for your future boat builder. All materials are included. Instructor: Cheryl Gordon Class Size: Min. 4 / Max. 12 Class […]
Youth ages 12-18 will learn how to turn everyday items that you usually throw away into beautiful pieces of recycled jewelry. This is a great opportunity for youth to gain appreciation for color, texture and shapes of found objects and create handmade jewelry from recycled and reused materials. Fun for the students and great for […]
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 […]
The Floral Wreath class has been CANCELLED due to lack of registrations. Cheryl Gordon will teach you how to create a simple floral wreath using artificial flowers, a small straw hat, and ribbon. Adults and teens are welcome to attend. $15 per person includes all materials. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Class size is limited, please pre-register […]
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 […]
Qigong will be offered at Hessel School House on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the following dates: August 15 and 17 August 22 and 24 August 29 and 31 September 5 and 7 Classes will take place on the front lawn of the Hessel School House. During inclement weather they will take place in the assembly […]
Join Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District at the Hessel School House Tuesday, August 15 from 6:00-8:00 PM as we host David Spieser from Habitat Landscape Inc. to learn about perennial gardening and design using native plants and wildflowers. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact https://www.clmcd.org/
Due to lack of registrants, this class has been cancelled. Come paint your own masterpiece! Students ages 6-11 years old will discover acrylic paints while creating a beautiful landscape scene. This class will teach young artists how to mix paints, handle brushes, and translate what they see onto the canvas. All materials and instruction included. […]
Qigong will be offered at Hessel School House on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the following dates: August 15 and 17 August 22 and 24 August 29 and 31 September 5 and 7 Classes will take place on the front lawn of the Hessel School House. During inclement weather they will take place in the assembly […]
Les Cheneaux Arts Council will be holding an art class at the Hessel School House today. Details and online registration for thier event can be found at https://www.lescheneauxartscouncil.org/
Create a unique shadowbox collage with vintage magazines, printed objects, scrapbook paper, and found odds and ends. Participants are welcome to bring personal objects to put into their shadowbox. You will learn the basics of collage and design to create your one-of-a-kind work of art. Class Fee: $45.00
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 […]
Ubiquitous and slow-moving, turtles are among Michigan's most easy-to-study animals. This family exploration time introduces young naturalists to the biology of turtles in a fun and exciting way - through a combination of hands-on science and art. $5.00 per person. Pre-register online. REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/641601727037 This class is offered at a discount thanks to funding […]
Join us on Monday's through out the summer for Make It On Monday! Learn basic watercolor techniques to create unique note cards. We will be creating up to 4 cards during this fun and easy Make It on Monday session. Adults and teens are welcome to attend. $15 per person includes all materials. 10:00 AM - 12:00 […]
Qigong will be offered at Hessel School House on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the following dates: August 22 and 24 August 29 and 31 September 5 and 7 Classes will take place on the front lawn of the Hessel School House. During inclement weather they will take place in the assembly room of the school […]
Students ages 6-11 years old will use pastels to create a colorful sunset. Using an easy stencil technique to create a mountain background with beautiful rays of color as the sun goes down. All materials and instruction included. Instructor: Cheryl Gordon Class Size: Min. 4 / Max. 12 Class Fee: $20/student REGISTER ONLINE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/568387802217
Qigong will be offered at Hessel School House on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the following dates: August 22 and 24 August 29 and 31 September 5 and 7 Classes will take place on the front lawn of the Hessel School House. During inclement weather they will take place in the assembly room of the school […]
Join us for a reception with international bestselling author Sue Harrison. Sue will read excerpts from her breathtaking new trilogy “The Midwife’s Touch” followed by a Q&A session. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring writers and accomplished authors to ask about the writing process, inspirations, characters, and the challenges of writing a trilogy from […]
Come and let your preschooler explore nature and art with Mrs. Gordon. Preschoolers 2-5 years old will be creating theme based nature and art projects, enjoy a story and have fun socializing with other children of the same age. Class meets from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. All materials included in the $5.00 per class fee. Parent […]
The Bim Willow Furniture Workshop has been CANCELLED for this year and will not be rescheduled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Come learn how to create a stunning piece of furniture with natural materials. Many of the pieces to choose from are historic Americana designs. Noted furniture builder Bim Willow will teach you how to […]
Inspired by the iconic WPA-commissioned National Parks poster artwork of the early 1900s, we will create a landscape painting. Starting with basic landscape stencils, you will learn to work from the background, to middle ground, then foreground to create a one-of-a-kind scene. You will use your own color combinations to create your frame-worth work of […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us on Monday's through out the summer for Make It On Monday! Cheryl Gordon will show you how to repurpose mismatched or slightly damaged tea cups and saucers by transforming them into a whimsical bird feeder. Adults and teens are welcome to attend. $15 per person includes all materials. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Class size […]
Qigong will be offered at Hessel School House on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the following dates: August 29 and 31 September 5 and 7 Classes will take place on the front lawn of the Hessel School House. During inclement weather they will take place in the assembly room of the school house. Class size is […]
Students ages 6-11 years old will learn a variety of printing techniques. They will create a simple relief fish and leaves print. They will also be printing with celery, apples, and potatoes to create one-of-a-kind works of art as they discover the magic of printing. Instructor: Cheryl Gordon Class Size: Min. 4 / Max. 12 Class Fee: $20/student […]
Qigong will be offered at Hessel School House on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the following dates: August 29 and 31 September 5 and 7 Classes will take place on the front lawn of the Hessel School House. During inclement weather they will take place in the assembly room of the school house. Class size is […]