4th Quarter 2025 Art and Craft Classes

Life Enrichment Coordinator: Johnette (Jay) Dorsey.

You must be a member of a Fulton County Multipurpose Senior Center and registration is required for all in-person classes.

Below is a listing of the Art and Craft Classes that are being given in the 4th Quarter 2025.


4th Quarter 2025 Class Schedule

 

 

Art and Craft Classes, 4th Quarter 2025

Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

A continuation of techniques learned in Clay Hand Building.
You will create more utilitarian and or decorative objects.
Students are required to purchase a bag of clay.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Angela Forte
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Ceramics Room
Next: Thu, 09/25/2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Genealogy
Day(s): Thursday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/25/25 to 12/04/25

Students should be able to work on their own Genealogy Research.
Come connect & socialize with others.
Must have your own computer for this class.
This is not an instructor led class
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): No Instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Conference Room A and B
Next: Mon, 09/22/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Day(s): Monday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/22/25 to 12/01/25

Want to know how to elevate your forms?
Tired of the same old bowl, tray, or cup?
Join us for this Altered Class in Ceramics!
Where you will take standard forms and create unique pieces of artwork.
Each week, we will create small/medium sized forms and using altering techniques change them into something fabulous!
Intermediate Level, students must already know how to throw on the wheel or already know how to hand build.
Class Size: 12

Instructor(s): Miranda Smith
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
Fiber Arts: Basic Sewing
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 9:30am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 12/02/25

Come and learn some basics of sewing.
Learn to thread a machine and basic sewing methods.
Some of the projects and techniques we will learn are French seams, basic mending - hemming, buttons/Velcro, mending, fabric pairing for each project, market bag/tote, travel roll up.
Limited space.
Participants are welcomed to bring their machines.
Class Size: 7

Instructor(s): Lisa Rochon
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Fiber Arts: Basic Sewing
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 12/02/25

Come and learn some basics of sewing.
Learn to thread a machine and basic sewing methods.
Some of the projects and techniques we will learn are French seams, basic mending - hemming, buttons/Velcro, mending, fabric pairing for each project, market bag/tote, travel roll up.
Limited space.
Participants are welcomed to bring their machines.
Class Size: 7

Instructor(s): Lisa Rochon
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Mon, 09/22/2025 - 9:30am to 12:30pm
Beginner Pottery
Day(s): Monday
Class schedule, time: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/22/25 to 12/01/25

Students will learn the basics of wheel throwing, centering, pulling, shaping, trimming, and glazing.
No previous knowledge is necessary.
Class Size: 6

Instructor(s): Miranda Smith
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Heavy Art Room
Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Chess with Tony
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

This class is for beginners only, wanting to learn how to play the game of chess.
Students will learn the rules of chess and build strategies while playing the game.
We welcome all to come and play.
Class Size: 4

Instructor(s): Maurice Jones
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room
Next: Wed, 10/08/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Mahjong
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 10/08/25 to 12/03/25

Beginners will learn this tile-based strategy game, played by 2-4 players, where the goal is to form winning hands.
Players take turns drawing and discarding tiles, attempting to build combinations of three and four tiles called melds, and a pair of matching tiles.
Class Size: 8

Instructor(s): Elyse Friedman
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Computer Lab
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

Rummikub, a fun and social game closely resembling “Gin Rummy” but played with tiles.
It is an easily learned game that is part luck and part strategy.
To those who are interested in joining the fun.
This is not an instructor led class
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): None
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Benson Center Beginner Spanish
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

Beginners will learn the alphabet, numbers, and common key phrases.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Carmen Schieber
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 2:00pm to 4:30pm
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 2:00pm to 4:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

Bid whist is a partnership trick-taking variant of the classic card game whist.
As indicated by the name, bid whist adds a bidding element to the game that is not present in classic whist.
This is not an instructor led class
No registration required.

 

Instructor(s): No Instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Multi Purpose Dining Hall
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 12/02/25

Bridge, open to all, play for fun.
No instructor, no registration required.

Instructor(s): No instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Computer Lab
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

Come play chess, a game played by millions worldwide.
No registration required.

Instructor(s):
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room
Next: Tue, 10/07/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Basic Hand Building in Clay
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 10/07/25 to 12/02/25

Teapots in Clay: Sip, Sculpt, Smile.
From cozy cuppers to show-stopping centerpieces, every great teapot starts with a lump of clay and a spark of imagination.
In this cheerful, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to shape, sculpt, and assemble your very own teapot—body, spout, lid, and all.
We’ll play with curves, explore quirky designs, and add decorative touches that make your piece truly one-of-a-kind.
Whether your style is classic and elegant or wildly whimsical, you’ll leave with a functional work of art, ready to pour both tea and compliments.
No pottery experience needed—just a love of making and maybe a fondness for tea.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Bonnie Diamond
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Ceramics Room
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Clay Hand Building Techniques
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

Students will explore clay as a versatile material using a variety of techniques.
Class Size: 11

Instructor(s): Miranda Smith
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Ceramics Room
Next: Mon, 09/22/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Day(s): Monday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/22/25 to 12/01/25

Take a creative break and try a new (or old!) craft.
The goal is to complete a new craft each session.
Some projects involve small items and require strong hand dexterity.
Material provided.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Angela Forte
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Ceramics Room
Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Creative Writing
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

A forum for experienced writers to share various forms of writing with peers to give and receive feedback and constructive criticism.
This class includes some short presentations relative to specific interests and the challenges faced by writers.
Class Size: 12

Instructor(s): Leslie Pickering & Jill Bearman
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Conference Room A
Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Knitting
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

Participants will learn the basics of crochet, from how to hold the yarn and hook to crocheting all the basic stitches, including chain stitches, slip stiches.
Please bring your own materials (Crochet needles, yarn, etc.).
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Nasrine Safi
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 11/18/25

This course is designed to help students “see” and “do” better drawing which underpin better artwork.
If you are interested in watercolor, then this is the course for you.
Open to all levels​.
Class Size: 12

Instructor(s): Elizabeth Samoluk
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Drawing and Painting Studio
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 9:30am to 11:45pm
Drawing
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 9:30am to 11:45pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 12/02/25

Grab your graphite and find an easel.
Spend a couple of hours putting pencil to paper.
There will be light instructor guidance allowing students to focus on their own desired drawings.
Essential materials provided.
Students are encouraged to purchase a sketchbook.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Angela Forte
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Drawing and Painting Studio
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Genealogy
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 11:00am to 1:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

This course will be a series hands-on session for those who have completed any of the previous Genealogy Beginner's classes.
A personal research device (laptop, tablet, phone) is necessary.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Cynthia Owens
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Conference Room A and B
Next: Mon, 09/22/2025 - 10:30am to 11:30pm
Day(s): Monday
Class schedule, time: 10:30am to 11:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/22/25 to 12/01/25

Participants will practice their improvisational skills with games like the show Whose Line is it Anyway.
Comedic improv will get the day off to laughing start and encourages healthy cognitive function. Come willing
to be silly and share some fun!
Class Size: 8

Instructor(s): Angela Forte
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Conference Room A and B
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Benson Center Clay Sculpture
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 11:00am to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 11/21/25

This is an INFORMAL OPEN CLAY STUDIO TIME for anyone who wants to work independently on clay skills, finish-up pieces, practice, or work on the potters' wheel, clay sculpture, hand building, and glazing.
This Studio is open to former clay students or students presently taking clay classes to help you improve your skills.
Class Size: 8

Instructor(s): Gail Land
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Heavy Art Room
Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

Want to learn how to play the game of Dominoes?
Students will learn the rules of dominoes and use multiples of 5 to score points.
Students will enhance their skills by playing dominoes with others.
We welcome all to come and play.
Class Size 12

Instructor(s): Maurice Jones
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Mahjong
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 12/02/25

Mahjong is an Ancient Chinese tile game, but here we play the American version.
This is not an instructor led class
Open to experienced players only (no beginners).
Class Size: 12

Instructor(s): No Instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room
Next: Thu, 09/25/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Day(s): Thursday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/25/25 to 12/04/25

Students will create various types of jewelry.
Primarily using wire, students will make earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
Strong hand dexterity is required to use the jewelry tools.
Materials provided.
Bringing your own tools is encouraged.
Class Size:10

Instructor(s): Angela Forte
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Mon, 09/22/2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Knitting
Day(s): Monday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/22/25 to 12/01/25

For anyone who does knitting and enjoys social interactions while knitting their own projects.
Please bring your own materials (needles, yarn, etc.).
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): No Instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:00am to 11:00am
Mind & Meditation
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 11:00am
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

Alan Horlick Been practicing transcendental meditation for seven years and hopes to help anyone who needs “a little peace."
Meditation has been linked to a variety of health benefits including reduction in stress, anxiety, depression, headaches, pain, and blood pressure.
Meditation can positively affect emotional and physical health, improves concentration and memory, resulting in better academic and work performance.
Meditation helps you become a happy person.
Class Size: 16

Instructor(s): Alan Horlink
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room
Next: Wed, 09/24/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Day(s): Wednesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/24/25 to 12/03/25

For anyone who does Needlepoint, Cross-stitch, or Embroidery, and enjoys social interactions while stitching their own projects.
This is not an instructor led class.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): No Instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Day(s): Friday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/26/25 to 12/05/25

Create at your own pace.
Bring your own supplies!
This is not an instructor led class.
Class Size: 12

Instructor(s): No Instructor
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Drawing and Painting Studio
Next: Mon, 10/06/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
diverse mache
Day(s): Monday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 10/06/25 to 11/24/25

Paper Mâché Magic: Bowls, Masks & Curious Critters
Step into a world where torn paper, glue, and a dash of imagination transform into treasures!
In this lively, hands-on class, you’ll learn to sculpt graceful bowls, mysterious masks, and delightfully quirky animals.
We’ll explore shaping techniques, layering for strength, and adding bold, joyful colors that make your creations pop.
Whether you dream of crafting a regal cat mask, a polka-dotted penguin, or a shimmering fruit bowl, you’ll leave with artwork that’s as unique as you are.
No experience? No problem—this is all about fun, play, and a little paper mâché magic.
Class Size: 10

Instructor(s): Bonnie Diamond
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Ceramics Room
Next: Thu, 09/25/2025 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Benson Center Wheel Throwing Studio
Day(s): Thursday
Class schedule, time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/25/25 to 11/20/25

This is a formal class for students who can wedge, center, and lift clay independently.
Instruction will be given in advanced shapes, skills, and glaze methods.
If you have pain in hands, elbow, shoulder, or a weakness in arms or back this may not be an ideal class for you.
Prerequisite: Beginner Wheel Pottery or prior experience.
Class Size: 6

Instructor(s): Gail Land
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Heavy Art Room
Next: Tue, 09/23/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Day(s): Tuesday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/23/25 to 12/02/25

Students will get an overview of puppetry as an artform from ancient history to the present.
Students will learn performance basics and create simple versions of five basic puppet types: hand, string, shadow, body, and rod. All materials provided.
Class size: 10

Instructor(s): Angela Forte
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Conference Room A
Next: Thu, 09/25/2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Benson Center Spanish
Day(s): Thursday
Class schedule, time: 11:00am to 12:00pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/25/25 to 12/04/25

This is a Level 2 Spanish you will be learning their foundational knowledge of the language, expanding their vocabulary and grammar, and deepening their understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures.
Must have taken my Beginner 1 Spanish Class.
Class Size: 10​

 

Instructor(s): Carmen Schieber
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Craft Room
Next: Thu, 09/25/2025 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Day(s): Thursday
Class schedule, time: 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Class schedule, dates: 09/25/25 to 12/04/25

Each player seeks the best five-card poker hand from any combination of the seven cards: the five community cards and their two-hole cards.
Players have betting options to check, call, raise, or fold.
Rounds of betting take place before the flop is dealt and after each subsequent deal.
*No Instructor*
*No Registration Required*

Class Size: 16

Instructor(s): None
Program: Art and Craft
Location: Game Room

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