Workshops

2011 Workshops

All of this year’s workshops are generously sponsored by Betz Ophthalmology Associates and are completely free to the public.

Space is limited for all workshops, and reservations are required: Email artsfestivalworkshops@gmail.com or call 524-5221

Create Your Own Ring
Wednesday, May 4th, 7-9 pm
Do you like to wear jewelry? Would you like to learn how to make some yourself?  Join Cindy Reed, owner of Ellacinders Jewelry and Bead Shoppe as she teaches you how to make a simple, beautiful ring with just a few beads!  No previous jewelry-making experience is necessary, and no special tools are required.  Just come with your creative thoughts! Participants must be at least 16 years of age.  Hurry to sign up as space is limited to 12 participants.  This workshop will be held at Ellacinders, 217 Market Street, Lewisburg.

The Next Generation of Container Gardening
Thursday, May 5, 7-9 pm
Would you like to explore container gardening?  Join Keith Phelps, Manager of Country Farm & Home Gift and Garden Center in Mifflinburg, and featured guest on WNEP-TV’s Home & Backyard, discuss next generation of container gardening including living walls, the incredible side planting system and more.  Phelps’ home container gardens were featured in the March 2011 Better Homes & Gardens Special Interest Publication Patio, Deck & Pool. This workshop will be held at Country Farm and Home, 7801 Old Turnpike Road, Mifflinburg, PA.

An Introduction to ZUMBA Dance
Friday, May 6, 7-9 pm
Have you heard about Zumba and wondered what this all entailed?  Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and their energy levels are soaring! Zumba is designed for every person, shape and age. Join Misty Rozyckie, Zumba instructor, who will lead a normal Zumba class as well as answer any questions about Zumba.  She designs her classes for everyone, making it simple yet allowing you to still get a good workout, while dancing as opposed to feeling like just another workout. Participants must be at least 14 years of age.  Hurry to sign up as space is limited to 30 participants.  This workshop will be held at the Donald Heiter Center, N. 4th Street, Lewisburg.

Create an Antipasto Platter
Monday, May 9, 7-9 pm
Join Pronto’s owner, Scotta Magnelli, as she walks you through a fun “how to” workshop.  All participants will take part in the preparation, and you’ll be shown how all the pieces come together for a lovely and delectable antipasto platter that can be adapted to feed 4 or 40. Best of all, you’ll eat the fruits of your labor!  Hurry to sign up as space is limited to 15 participants.  This workshop will be held at Pronto Provisions, 232 Market Street, Lewisburg.

Transforming your Passion for Photography into Fine Art
Thursday, May 12, 7-9 pm
Join 2011’s Arts Festival featured artist Gordon Wenzel as he conducts a three-part photography workshop: a brief discussion about the Arts Festival’s featured series, an informal review of participant’s personal work, and a presentation of how a personal passion for a subject can be transformed into works of art with greater meaning.  Participants are encouraged to bring a few images that best represent their photography.  Reviews will include an analysis of their photograph’s strong points as well as ideas as to how to enhance them.  This workshop will be held at the Area Agency on Aging, 116 N. 2nd Street, Lewisburg.