Join us for a one-off workshop that introduces the basics of popular styles of Latin Dance. 

Students will explore Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue and practice hearing the difference in these musical styles. Recognizing the music will help students use the movement being called to dance!

Dancers of any level are welcome to attend this workshop!

Ages 15+

Sunday, May 3rd

10:30 am - 12 pm

Registration Fee: $42

Do you love little plushes and figures, but wish you could make your own cute characters? Step into a world of fluffy wool and explore needlefelting!

Through this workshop, you’ll learn about basic techniques used in 3D needlefelting, and will get hands on experience using all the tools involved. Just in time for Mother's Day,  you will leave with a cute and functional friend: a ladybug magnet.

All materials will be provided, just bring a hint of extra patience!

Ages 18+

Sunday, May 3rd

1-4 pm

Registration Fee: $57       Supply Fee: $5

This class will focus on the fundamental skillset of drawing letters and characters.

Looking at the work of graffiti artists from around the globe, we’ll analyze the different styles and methods used by the masters of this artform.

As opposed to sketch books, graffiti artists draw in ‘blackbooks’ which will be the sole focus of this course.

All supplies provided via the supply fee!

Ages 16+

Tuesdays 6-8 pm

May 5-26

Registration Fee: $152    Supply Fee: $30

Interested in Watercolors, but afraid to take a class for fear of being out of your depth? Local artist Mike Flynn has designed a course perfect for the absolute beginner in watercolors!

Over the course of four classes you will be introduced to the tools of the trade. Mike will demonstrate basic techniques, and show you how to design with values, shapes and details.

Students may use their own photos to create a landscape painting , with help from Mike, or a reference can be provided.

Please note that supplies (aside from paper) will not be included in this class. The list of supplies to be purchased can be found here.

Ages 16+

Wednesdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

May 6-27

Registration Fee: $190     Paper Fee: $5

The Art of Writing: Mother Nature’s Revenge is a four-week Eco-Horror themed writing course. The world is on fire, and it only seems to be getting worse by the day.

With climate anxiety at an all-time high, it can help to channel it into writing. In this course, we’ll explore and define the genre of Eco-Horror, from sci-fi horror like Annihilation to fantasy like The Hallow, 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

May 8-29

Registration Fee: $152

2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than this free dance workshop, presented in partnership with the City of Manassas.

Integrating elements of Pilates, somatic practices, and funtional movement, this class utilizes both standing and floor-based movement. You will build strnegth and increase mobility through low-impact, intentional movement sequences. With a strong focus on quality of movement, you will discover ways to move with more ease. 

There is no movement experience required! Come as you are, and move at your own pace. Comfort transitioning to and from the ground is recommended.

Please note that this class meets at the City of Manassas Community Center! 

Ages 15+

May 9th

1-2 pm

Registration Fee: FREE!

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, May 13 6-8 pm

Class Fee: $38   Canvas Fee: $5

2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and these wellness workshops are a great place to start!

This will be a class centered on journaling as a form of wellness. I primarily journal during vacations and when I want to remember something, but anything can be journaling if you want it to be.

We’ll go over Notes App thoughts and quotes as well as how to finally start filling that journal that feels too pretty to use.

Saturday, May 16th

1-4 pm

Class Fee: Free!

This free wellness class is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.