As your child transitions from infancy, the parenting issues that you face change. This class provides a safe, inviting place with a relaxed atmosphere where you can meet other parents, build relationships, and find answers to your parenting questions. Your little ones can play in the same room and make new friends while you gain valuable support and learn helpful tips about raising your young children from other parents and ECFE teachers. Non-separating class. Pre-registration is required. Mondays, 8:30am - 9:30am | Fall Session 9/14/26 - 11/16/26 | Winter Session 11/23/26 - 3/1/2027 | Spring Session 3/8/2027 - 5/17/2027 Instructors: Shannon Sweeney & Courtney Gaddie Location: Grand Rapids Early Childhood Hub - Fish Room Fee: $40 per session | Sliding Fee

Toddlers and Preschool age children join us for fun artwork, a story, and a good time! Children must be accompanied by an adult. We meet from 2:30pm-3:15pm every first and third Wednesday, September-May (starting Wednesday, Sept. 16th, 2026).

Create festive Gnomes for your front porch using tomato cages and pine boughs. All supplies are provided and included in class fee.

Create a beautiful woven tote made for market mornings, library books, knitting projects, and everyday gathering. This sturdy rectangular basket has classic double handles and the kind of timeless charm that makes errands feel a little more storybook.$65 materials fee due to the instructor on the night of class.Class is appropriate beginner to advanced

Do you have an old wool sweater you don't know what to do with? Try up-cycling it into a beautiful pair of mittens! Leave this class with a custom pair of unique mittens and the knowledge and skill to make many more pairs. Choose from our large selection of wool sweaters that the instructor will provide or if you have a wool sweater of your own - please pre-shrink it and bring it along! Basic sewing knowledge needed. Bring to class a sewing machine, spool of neutral colored thread, sharp fabric shears, pins, seam ripper, and a sewing needle. Register online or call 218-245-6232.

Step back into old-world charm with this sweet Victorian-style shopping basket, woven with a sturdy handle and a cheerful touch of color. Perfect for market mornings, garden gatherings, or carrying small treasures, this basket brings a little vintage romance to everyday errands. (You will be asked to choose a color 2 weeks before the class. Within 2 weeks there will be a limited supply of colors to choose from.)$65 materials fee due to the instructor on the night of class Advanced Beginner to Mid-Level

Make a splash with your creativity in our Wave Board Pour! In this exciting hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use resin art techniques to create stunning ocean-inspired wave designs on a wooden serving board. You’ll explore the basics of working with epoxy resin—mixing, tinting, pouring, and shaping to create flowing, layered waves that capture the beauty of the sea. Come make something beautiful—and bring a bit of the beach to your table!$30 materials fee due to the instructor on the night of class

Birch bark stars are a perfect decoration for a Christmas tree or for use throughout the year. In this class students will learn how to weave a birch bark star using a folding method from instructor Pam Burns. The materials used are all harvested from forests around Grand Rapids. All materials provided with $10 materials fee due to instructor on the day of class. Ages 16+Instructor: Pam Burns

Explore traditional craftsmanship in the Irish Knitting Basket workshop, where you'll create a classic ribbed-style round basket woven on three sides with vibrant colors. Designed for both beginners and experienced makers, all tools and materials are provided for a seamless crafting experience.Basket is woven on two 8" pre-made hoops. Hand dexterity required. Ages 14+. Weavers of all levels are welcome. We’ll break for lunch (not provided).Instructor: Shannon Lucas Westrum and Jesse Westrum

Try wheel throwing and sculptural clay work in a relaxed, creative space. Practice your wheel skills, try new forms, or create fun sculptures. This class welcomes youth from beginners to returning students. Materials are included. Ages 10–16.Instructor: Bruce Bartos & Heather Pederson

Join experienced art educator, Victoria Kragthorpe, as she guides you from start to finish through the creation of a new painting. Two free beverages and appetizers are included, and there will be plenty of breaks to socialize! Absolutely no art experience is required, and all materials are provided. Come learn in a fun and supportive environment surrounded by your friends. Ages 21+ .Instructor: Victoria Kragthorpe

Join us in learning a technique to wire wrap earrings using an array of beads.

Kundalini yoga can be both energizing and relaxing. The focus will be on breath work, deep stretching, poses, as well as grounding our bodies. Each class will provide a meditation and a relaxing savasana. Lynnette has been practicing Kundalini yoga for over 20 years and enjoys bringing this deeply rewarding practice to others. Register online or call 218-245-6232.

Kundalini yoga can be both energizing and relaxing. The focus will be on breath work, deep stretching, poses, as well as grounding our bodies. Each class will provide a meditation and a relaxing savasana. Lynnette has been practicing Kundalini yoga for over 20 years and enjoys bringing this deeply rewarding practice to others.