Train the brain. Transform your movement. Created by Jan McGrath in Rapid City, South Dakota, NeuroPower Pilates® blends Pilates-based movement with simple brain-activating exercises designed to support strength, balance, coordination, and whole-body awareness.Please bring an exercise mat. Learn more by visiting www.NeuroPowerPilates.com. Particapants must be able to indpendently come down to mat and get up off the mat. 

Have you always wanted to learn guitar? Enjoy this opportunity to learn basic guitar chords, how to read simple melodies in music notation and tablature, and develop a system of harmonizing these melodies "by ear". Course provides a strong base from which the student should be able to teach themselves to play virtually any type of music. Students must bring their own guitar and will derive maximum benefit from the class if they set aside 2-hours per week for practice at home. NOTE: Parents of prospective students under the age of 16 yrs must contact the instructor prior to registration at jwsowden@hotmail.com please. NOTE: No class on October 12th. 

Have you mastered the basics of crochet and are ready for your first wearable project? You might be surprised to learn that if you can make a slip knot, foundation chain, and double crochet, you already have the skills needed to create a beautiful poncho. In this two-session workshop, you’ll learn the stitch pattern and simple construction techniques while starting your project in the first class and building confidence reading and repeating the pattern. Between sessions, you’ll continue working at home, and in the second class we’ll answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure you’re ready to finish on your own. Students should be comfortable with basic skills (slip knot, foundation chain, double crochet, and consistent tension) and bring about 1,400 yards of worsted weight yarn and an appropriate hook (instructor will demonstrate with a 6.0 mm hook).

Hardanger is a traditional Norwegian craft of embroidery that takes its name from that region. You see this beautiful stich work on linens like tablecloths or runners, caps, aprons, bags, and other items. Come join us to learn the basic stitches and work toward finishing a beautiful project of your own. All materials will be provided to you. NOTE: Additional supply fee paid to instructor at class is minimal.

Students will be reading The Children's Blizzard by David Laskin, a gripping account of the deadly 1888 blizzard that caught the Great Pains settlers by surprise and claimed the lives of more than 100 children. We will also read Across the Deep Blue Sea by Odd S. Lovoll, which chronicles the early Norwgian immigrant experience and the important role Canadian cities played as gateways to North America from 1850 until the late 1860. Students may check out books at the Rapid City Library, purchase at local bookstores, or access digital copies. 

Rosemaling or ‘rose painting’ is a folk art that began in the lowlands of Norway in 1750 and very important to their culture. You see it on plates, bowls, trunks, wooden boxes, etc. Rosemaling can also be done on cupboards, walls, ceilings, ornaments, and picture frames. We will review the basic painting strokes, brush care and work toward finishing a beautiful project of your own. All materials will be provided to you. There is a strict limit on class size. NOTE: Additional supply fee paid to instructor at class of up to $30. 

Woodcarving and whittling is an ancient form of expression…and some classify it as a 'lost art'. Even with very little experience, you can make creative and interesting projects. This class will focus on beginning carving. You will learn about tools, types of wood, and various techniques. Wood and other supplies for small class projects will be provided, but students will need to bring their own basic woodcarving knife (1 to 1 ½ inch blade), that can be found at Who’s Hobby in Rapid City, other local hobby stores, or various online woodcarving retailers. Good brands to look for are FlexCut, Warren Cutlery, Mastercarver, BeaverCraft, etc. Ages 18 yrs old and older are welcome. There is a strict limit on class size. NOTE: Additional $30 supply fee paid to instructor.

Have you always wanted to learn stained glass? In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll create a simple, elegant stained-glass piece while learning essential techniques and terminology. Using a pre-drawn template, you’ll cut, grind, fit, foil, and solder your glass to complete a small hanging artwork. All materials and shared tools are provided, with classes limited to three students for personalized instruction. Please note there is a $50 supply fee payable to the instructor at the time of class.