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SUMMARY:Sleeping Bear Dulcimer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER  \nCOURSE OVERVIEW: Dulcimer Making: Build\, Learn & Play: 2 day workshop \nDiscover the joy of building and playing your own instrument in this hands-on dulcimer-making class with Scott Connor! After introductions\, we’ll explore the history of the All-American Mountain Dulcimer and how Scott developed his unique travel dulcimer design. \nYou’ll learn the basics of wooden instrument construction\, explore the principles of sound generation\, and experience the satisfaction of creating something with your own hands. Along the way\, we’ll introduce basic music theory\, including notes\, chords\, and rhythms\, and discover how playing music can bring a sense of peace\, creativity\, and connection. \nLeave with a handcrafted instrument\, new skills\, and the joy of making music to share with others! \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: \nScott Connor \nScott Connor holds a BA in Geology\, a CPM\, and a Master of Public Affairs (MPA). A lifelong model builder since the age of 12\, he brings decades of experience working with woodworking tools and building with precision and care. Over the past 20 years\, Scott has taught dulcimer-building classes 15–20 times\, sharing his craftsmanship and knowledge with students of all skill levels. \nIn addition to woodworking\, Scott is a professional music instructor at Evansville Music Academy\, where he teaches dulcimer\, Irish harp\, penny whistle\, guitar\, and ukulele. His blend of hands-on craftsmanship and musical expertise makes him a passionate teacher of both traditional instruments and the skills used to create them. \n  \nREQUIRED TOOLS: \n\nRequired Supplies will be included in the Supply Fee paid to the Instructor upon arrival:\n\nOPTIONAL TOOLS: \n\nParticipants are welcome to bring trigger clamps if they have them available.\n\nCOURSE DATES: \nJune 19th: Building  10am-3pm \nJune 20th: Play 10-12pm \n  \nCourse Details: \nTuition: $200 \nSupply Fee to the Instructor upon arrival: $25 (CASH OR CHECK ONLY)
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LOCATION:Thoreson Farm\, 3694 S. Thoreson Rd.\, Port Oneida Rural Historic District
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SUMMARY:Exploring Indigo Dyeing
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nCOURSE OVERVIEW: \nLearn a bit about the different types of indigo dye and the varied sources for them. Explore techniques for folding and tying items to be dyed to create a variety of patterns. Dye a bamboo scarf (included in supplies purchased from the instructor) and one other item that participants provide. These items must be cotton\, linen\, bamboo or silk for best results. Preparing the fabric using shibori folding techniques and watching them appear on the fabric is magic. \nWith a resurgence of interest in indigo and ethnic patterning in the fashion world\, this class is sure to be a winner! The techniques are varied but simple and beautiful designs can be created in a short time. Participants can complete two projects during the class and will have knowledge to repeat the process at home if desired. \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: \nJennifer Kelly is  lifelong fiber enthusiast. Over the years she has dabbled in many different processes. She especially enjoys knitting\, spinning\, weaving and dying. Indigo dying is one of her favorites. She is the current VP and program planner for the Northland Weaving and Fiber Arts Guild. Her membership in this guild for the past 20 plus years has given her many opportunities to experience a myriad of fiber arts. She enjoys sharing what she has learned with others and feel it is important to pass on knowledge of the fiber arts to keep them alive for future generations.  \n  \nREQUIRED TOOLS/SUPPLIES: \n\nRubber Gloves\nAn item made of natural fiber to be dyed\nA container to take wet items home\nOther required tools/materials are provided by your instructor and Folk and Field School and will be available for purchase once the course begins. Supply Fee will cover:\n\nIndigo Dye\nBamboo Scarf\nMaterials for stitching\, tying folding and clamping items to be dyed\n\n\nBring your own lunch\n\nCLOTHING REQUIREMENTS \n\nSomething comfortable that may get stained while participating in the dying process. Indigo dying can be messy.\n\n  \nCOURSE DATES:  \n\nJune 19th\, 10-3:30pm\n\nCOURSE DETAILS: \n\nTuition: $125\nSupply Fee to Instructor: $15 (Cash or Check only)
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