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hi everyone

hope you are well
we just got the Jacksonville Center's new course catalog, it is very very great!

I am spending time typing in some info to help get the word out about these classes. Below are some details on classes coming up soon. The Jacksonville Center can be reached at 540-745-2784.

bye, have a great day. -Suzy
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Virginia > Floyd county > The Jacksonville Center > pottery classes

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CER0205
Making functional pottery

Instructor: Sarah McCarthy

Class dates: Each Monday and Wednesday, February 5-28, 2007
Time: 5-8 pm

Students will learn basic techniques for making functional pottery thrown on the wheel. We will explore forms such as bowls, plates, mugs and vases and forms you have always wanted to use in your daily life! More experienced throwers will learn altering techniques for creating more visually appealing pots. All levels are welcome.

Cost: $240 for Jacksonville Center members; $275 without membership.

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CER0303
Ceramic whistles

Instructor: Mary Dashiell

Class date: Saturday, March 3, 2007
Time: 9-4:30 pm

This is a fun and creative class for students of any skill level. Beginners are welcome. Students will learn to make simple pinch pots in animal forms that they turn into whistles.

Cost: $75 for Jacksonville Center members; $95 without membership.

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CER0331
Pit firing

Instructor: Martha Sullivan

Class dates: Saturday, March 31, and Sunday, April 1 2007
Times: 10-4:30 on Saturday and 2-4:30 on Sunday

Learn primitive firing techniques. This class will focus on the subtle decoration achieved with wood firing in the ground. Students will learn to construct the pit kiln and how to load it with pots. We will spend and afternoon firing bisque pots that students bring with them. All levels welcome.

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Virginia > Floyd county > The Jacksonville Center > stone sculpture classes

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Sculpture 101: Soapstone

Instructor: Chris Shackelford

Class dates: Wed. April 18; Wed. April 25, and Wed. May 2, 2007
Time: 6-8 pm

Learn how to carve soapstone using chisels and rasps. Discover how easy it is to create one-of-a-kind sculptures. Discussion will include history, functionality, composition and finishing. No experience necessary.

Cost: $60 for Jacksonville Center members; $80 without membership.

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Virginia > Floyd county > The Jacksonville Center > blacksmithing classes

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Blacksmithing intro weekend

Instructor: Jessie Ward

Class dates: Sat. & Sun. June 16 & 17, 2007
Time: 9-4:30 pm

Enjoy the thrill of making things with iron. This two day introductory course is designed to cover blacksmithing basics, make something you've always wanted to make or make things you didn't realize were possible. No previous blacksmithing experience is required. All levels welcome.

Cost: $150 for Jacksonville Center members; $180 without membership.

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Virginia > Floyd county > The Jacksonville Center > Music education

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Mandolin making

Instructor: Jeff Sebens

Class dates: Each Wednesday from March 21 to May 2, 2007. (No class on April 4)
Time: 6-8 pm

This course will guide you through the process of constructing an A-style mandolin. We will be working from kits with some of the harder steps completed but you will gain the skills needed to understand the complete process and you will go home with a beautiful handcrafted instrument. Some woodworking experience is helpful, but not required.

Cost: $120 for materials plus $120 tuition for Jacksonville Center members. (Tuition is $145 for non-members.)

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Virginia > Floyd county > The Jacksonville Center > Greenfire Fund classes

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CER0604B
Intro to wheel

Instructor: McCabe Coolidge

Class dates: Each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from June 4 to 15
Time: 1 to 4 pm

This class is for all those who like to have their hands in clay, especially beginners. We will learn how to throw and trim pots, glaze them and offer one another support through laughter, surprises, the sharing of frustrations and joys.

Suggested donation: $25
Value: $180 for Jacksonville Center members; $210 without membership.

Please note: This class is open to New River Valley residents age 12 and up on a first come, first served basis, through The Greenfire Fund.

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About the Greenfire Fund

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The Greenfire Fund was recently established with funding from donors to make educational art activities accessible to those of all ages, races and classes, especially youth, elders and underserved populations. Donations are suggested but are not required of enrolled participants. These classes will be offered on a "first come, first served" basis to New River Valley residents with acceptance of other applicants if the classes are not filled within two weeks of the class start dates.

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