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Springtime Sci-Fi Fantasy: A Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing Course
with Katharine Hanifen
The Art of Writing: Springtime Sci-Fi Fantasy is a four-week SFF themed writing course.
Springtime is a time of rebirth, of seeing the world anew…and a perfect time to create your own world, using magic, technology, or a fun combination of both!
In this course, we’ll explore the different types of science fiction and fantasy, from hard sci-fi to soft and from high fantasy to urban, not just through writing but also discussing our favorite pop cultural examples.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of fresh writing, peer feedback, and practical tools to continue your writing journey beyond the workshop.
Come ready to write, share, and grow.
This workshop is open to writers of all levels and genres.
Ages 15+
Fridays 6-8 pm
March 6th - 27th
Class Fee: $152
Doodle Quilts
with Michele Frantz
2026 is the year to focus on yourself, and there is no better way than through some art therapy!
Students will doodle and color on different papers, and the cut them up and make a "quilt". You can open your mind by trading papers with other students, and creating a mesh of ideas and inspiration that will revive your spirit.
All materials will be provided, including paper, drawing materials, paints, scissors, and quilting patterns.
Ages 15+
Saturday, March 7th
1-3 pm
Registration fee: Free!
This free wellness workshop is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.
Painting Acrylics with Jortt
with John Hartt
John will present a two hour class where he leads students in painting an original piece of art based on his signature strange and wonderful style using acrylic paints. Students will paint along and be encouraged to create their own original work.
He will address the following :
- Composition
- Finding shapes
- Lines of action
- Color theory
- Working with a color palette
- Stop thinking and start creating
Wednesday, March 11th 4-6 pm
Class Fee: $38 Canvas Fee: $5
Handcrafted Studs: A Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop
with Kaitlin Kemp
Making unique and tailored jewelry has never been this easy!
In this 3 hour workshop you will learn the fundamentals of polymer clay jewelry and create your own unique pair of stud earrings. From using the best materials and conditioning clay properly to working with a myriad of polymer clay tools, you will be guided through the process of creating a unique pair of studs, from design to execution, to finishing.
You will leave the workshop with your own, uniquely designed piece of wearable art as well as a polymer clay kit to continue practicing and exploring on your own.Enjoy an afternoon tapping into your creativity in a fun and encouraging setting.
Great for a girls' day or mommy/daughter/son day. All genders welcome! All materials (clay, tools, cutters, jewelry findings, etc) will be provided.
Ages 12+
Saturday, March 14th
1-4 pm
Registration Fee: $57 Supplies Fee: $15
Charcoal Workshop
with Christine Raymond
Discover the power of value and form using charcoal in one transformative afternoon.
Join us for a welcoming, beginner-friendly charcoal workshop designed to strengthen your drawing fundamentals and boost your artistic confidence. We’ll explore value, three-dimensional form, edges, and mark-making while learning how to use vine charcoal, charcoal pencils, erasers, and blending tools with intention.
This class is perfect for anyone wanting clearer skills, stronger drawings, or a solid foundation for painting.
All supplies provided via the supplies fee!
Ages 13+
Saturday, March 21st
11:30 am - 4:30 pm
Class Fee: $150 Supplies Fee: $25
Chair Yoga
with Dana Wright
Times are tough and personal wellness is more important than ever! Join instructor Dana Wright as she leads you through a Chair Yoga class to help you get more in touch with your body. She will use calming music to help forget your troubles and stretch yourself into a state of bliss.
Saturday, March 21st
12-1 pm
FREE CLASS!
This class is brought to you in partenership with the City of Manassas.
Painting Flowers with Gouache
with Emily Thomson
Learn how to use the paint medium gouache and how fun and versatile it can be! You will learn how to paint a variety of flowers, learning the basic lines and shapes needed to create a flower.
You will explore a few different styles and create up to three different paintings of flowers!
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm
March 25 - April 22
Class Fee: $190 Supplies Fee: $20
Sculpt and Screen: Digital Clay Camp (8-14)
with Lydia Bratton
Ages: 8 - 14
Join the Sculpt & Screen: Digital Clay Camp this Spring Break!
This 5-day camp allows artists to master cutting-edge technology by using drawing tablets to create a "Digital Passport" of artwork inspired by global spring destinations (e.g., Japan, Amazon, Europe).
The class combines this digital learning with a hands-on clay sculpture project, where students design, sculpt, and paint 3D "Global Spring Relief Tile." Students will gain proficiency in both digital art software and tactile 3D techniques, taking home both a professional digital print and their finished clay masterpiece.
Ages 8-14
Monday-Friday, March 30th - April 1st
9 am - 12 pm
Class Fee: $285 Supply Fee: $5