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Block Printing

$59

with Annie Trowbridge

Calendar May 1, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Block printing is a process of printing an image by carving a linoleum stamp, rolling it with ink, and pressing it on paper. Just like a stamp! The carving process is very satisfying and your image can be simple or complex. Open to beginners! The teacher will contact you about supplies.

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Intro to Quilting

$225

with Travis Clough

Calendar May 1, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
This class will take you through the steps of making a small quilt from start to finish: cutting, strip-piecing, assembling the top & layers, quilting, and basting. Homework will be required each week to be ready for the next step. Emphasis will be on completion, not perfection! Sewing machines will be required, along with basic quilting tools and fabric in order to complete homework. Supply list will be sent out upon registration. No quilting experience needed. Basic sewing machine experience is required. Take Intro to Sewing at Factory 3 if you need an intro!

Voiceovers; Now is Your Time!

$35

with Wendy Shapero

Calendar May 1, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In this enlightening webinar, our instructor and professional voice coach will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. A link to the remote class will be sent to participant before the class.

Contemporary Line Dancing

$54

with Joyce Bailey

Calendar May 1, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Line dancing is accessible to everyone, fun for all, and no partner is needed! This will not be strictly country line dancing as a wide range of music will be used. Those who have done jazz and ballroom dancing will enjoy this form of dance, too. Dances will be varied and suited for beginner and experienced students. Wear clothing that is comfortable and cool, and shoes should also be comfortable and not difficult to dance on (I.e. shoes that don't stick to the floor and make it difficult to move the feet). After class starts, you can still drop in. Drop-in Fee is $10 per class

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Kizomba Dance Experience
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Kizomba Dance Experience

$79

with Olenka Rallis, Matt Hunter

Dive into the soulful rhythms of Angola with our Kizomba dance class! Explore this captivating musical genre and its elegant, partner-based movements that embody connection, harmony, and culture. Whether you're a beginner or experienced dancer, this class offers a welcoming space to learn technique, develop fluidity, and embrace the essence of Angolan tradition. Join us to connect through dance, build confidence, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Kizomba.

Intro to 3D Printing

$100

with Tomas Amadeo

Calendar May 3, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of 3D printing, an exciting tool used to make an almost unlimited variety of objects.

Intro to Metal Lathe

$200

with Dan Gill

Calendar May 3, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
This four-hour class will cover safe and proper setup of the South Bend lathe through lecture and hands-on demonstrations. The course is designed for new users who have a strong interest in metalworking tools. We will cover threading, boring, drilling, and turning.
Intro to Sewing
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Intro to Sewing

$110

with Katie Champlin, Dan Toomre, Stacy Owen

Calendar May 3, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.




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