This workshop is designed to be relaxing, creative and fun! Design and construct a beautiful paper orb using a printed template while you enjoy the company of others, and practice a few paper sculpture skills.

All materials provided. (You are welcome to bring your own).

Fee:$15 (member) $20 (non-member)

Pre-registration appreciated!

To register contact: vicepresident@svanarts.org

Class 2: Scarf or Lap Throw

Building on skills from class 1, new stitches and designs possibilities will be introduced and practiced. Using crochet hooks, yarns and needles from class 1 participants will start a scarf of lap throw. Participants are welcome to bring their own yarns.

Registration fee: $15 (members) $20 (non-members)

Class 1: Mug Rug

Using 4 ply worsted yarn, participants create one or mor3 fringed coaster-style Mug Rugs. Basic crochet skills will be introduced and practiced. Directions and all materials will be provided by SVAN and the instructors.

Registration fee: $15 (members) $20 (non-members)

Learn some watercolor tricks while creating a holiday image that can be a mini artwork for display or a greeting card. A fee of $15 (SVAN members) $20 (non-member) is due prior to the class date to hold your seat. A check or cash can be dropped off at the Gallery or mailed to: SVAN, PO Box 660, Northville, NY 12134. All materials provided. Beginners welcome. To register or get additional information contact vicepresident@svanarts.org.

Seating is limited so be sure to pre-register!  

Visit the Gallery to watch demonstrations and talk to artists. A perfect early holiday shopping opportunity!

For questions and more information contact Gallery and Gift Shop Manager, Sandra Peters. artcenter@svanarts.org

Professional Basket Weaver, Beverly Cornelius, will provide materials and guidance in creating a reed woven reindeer. Pre-registration with payment is required. Fee of $15(members) $20(non-members) includes materials for one reindeer. Additional materials will be available at $10/ reindeer.

Contact vicepresident@svanarts.org for information and to reserve your seat. Payment can be made at the Northville Gallery or by mail:

SVAN, PO Box 660, Northville, NY 12134

You are invited to attend the Sacandaga Valley Arts Network Fundraiser

August 22nd 5:00 PM

The Local Dining and Spirits

132 S. Main St.

Featuring the music of Rob Aronstein

$45/Person

Charcuterie, lite fare, Silent Auction

Tickets Available at the Arts Center or

Call/text 518-863-8047

For information and/or reservations.

Fee: $15 members, $25 non-members

Materials Fee: $5 includes

Participants will be provided with a primed 12” x 12” canvas, handouts & step by step instructions, painters tape, a selection of acrylic paints and necessary materials to complete one project.

After a brief review of traditional quilt square designs individuals will be guided in the creation of their own design and choice of color palette.

   To register contact vicepresident@svanarts.org

Register at  the  Northville Gallery 9-9:30 am, 303 S. Main St.

FEE: $10 member, $15 member family,

           $20 non-member, $30 non-member family For registration & additional information contact vicepresident@svanarts.org

After registering at the Northville Gallery between 9-9:30 am, we will car pool to the Gritsavage property.   There is an outhouse for your comfort, picnic table and a canoe and paddle boat for your use.  Bill & Lauren Gritsavage, property owners, will guide hikes for those interested. Participants can choose a meandering walk with time to photograph and to collect natural items, or a brisk hike that covers more ground. Or you can do both! The day’s schedule will be flexible to suit your wishes. Wading, swimming and sun bathing or fishing are options.

The Gritsavages will man the grill around noon time, roasting hot dogs, also providing macaroni salad, chips and drinks for your enjoyment, (your additions to lunch welcome) followed by brownies for dessert.   

Dianne Knapp, retired Art Teacher, will bring along a selection of art materials to share, and provide guidance and encouragement for creative activities.  Many artist find inspiration for their work in nature.  Poetry, prose, sketching, photography, dance and more stem from experiences in the beauty of nature.

“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature — the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.”         -Rachel Carson

June 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 6:15-8:15pm Reservations required.

Your seat will be saved upon receipt of your check mailed to SVAN,

PO Box 660, Northvile, NY 12134

COST Members: $45 Non-members: $55

Journaling is an effective and therapeutic tool for better understanding ourselves and others, managing daily stress and anxiety, improving overall health, healing old wounds, and finding answers within. There are strategies for maximizing the personal benefits by going beyond simple diary-type entries. This class will review best practices in the art of journaling, as well as offer opportunities and reasons to “go deeper.” Both long-time journal-keepers and beginners will benefit. Writing experience not required; confidentiality will be expected. Bring paper and a writing instrument to first class but do not purchase a journal...yet. 

Text: “They Live On: Saying Goodbye to Mom and Dad” by Patricia A. Nugent, Journal Arts Press. Available from instructor at first class for $13, including tax.  

Leader: Patricia A. Nugent, long-time SVAN member, is a retired school administrator and adjunct faculty who now writes to give voice to those who might otherwise be silenced. She is an author and editor; her two published memoirs were drawn directly from her personal journals. Most importantly, she is a life-long journaler and highly recommends the practice, especially during these unsettling times.