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Day of the Dead Paper Masks

October 28, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Bear Library

In honor of the Mexican holiday celebrating our ancestors, Día de Muertos, make a beautiful, festive sugar skull-themed mask. Materials provided. Presented by New Castle County Art Studio. Registration required. Ages 15-Adults. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fiber Arts and Fabric Dyeing

September 3, 2019, 10:00 AM - November 5, 2019, 12:00 PM @ Art Studio

Ten 2-hour classes. Explore the many ways of creating art and functional pieces with fabric and other fibers! Make hand dyed silk scarves using different dying methods, framed silk paintings, small weavings, and learn different ways to felt wool. Open to all levels. Adults

Weaving Open Studio/Intermediate Weaving

September 3, 2019, 6:00 PM - November 26, 2019, 9:00 PM @ Art Studio

3-hour sessions. Open studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. Teens/Adults

Ceramic Surface Decorations

September 16, 2019, 12:00 PM - October 21, 2019, 2:00 PM @ Art Studio

Five 2-hour classes. Explore different techniques to finish your ceramic pieces. On tiles, practice methods each week like sgraffito, underglaze painting, stencils and slip. Basic clay knowledge suggested. Adults.

Beginning Wheel Throwing

September 20, 2019, 9:30 AM - November 15, 2019, 12:30 PM @ Art Studio

Eight 3-hour classes. Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups and bowls in an exciting and encouraging environment. Step by step instruction. Adults.

Pottery - Morning Session

September 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - December 2, 2019, 1:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes, Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. All levels. Clay & tools may be purchased in class. Teens/Adults.

Pottery - Evening Session

September 23, 2019, 6:00 PM - December 2, 2019, 9:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes. Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. All levels. Clay & tools may be purchased in class. Teens/Adults

Pottery - Morning Session

September 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - December 3, 2019, 1:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes, Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. All levels. Clay & tools may be purchased in class. Teens/Adults.

Pottery - Evening Session

September 24, 2019, 6:00 PM - December 3, 2019, 9:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes. Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. All levels. Clay & tools may be purchased in class. Teens/Adults

Pottery - Morning Session

September 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - December 4, 2019, 1:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes, Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. All levels. Clay & tools may be purchased in class. Teens/Adults.

Pottery - Evening Session

September 25, 2019, 6:00 PM - December 4, 2019, 9:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes. Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. All levels. Clay & tools may be purchased in class. Teens/Adults

Beginner's Watercolor

October 2, 2019, 6:30 PM - October 23, 2019, 8:30 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Four 2-hour classes. Learn watercolor techniques and how to apply them to a painting. Practice each skill and combine them in a final project. Teens/Adults

Intermediate Drawing

October 7, 2019, 6:30 PM - November 4, 2019, 8:30 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Four 2-hour classes. This intermediate class continues gesture drawing and observation skills with more emphasis on shading and perspective, as learned in the basic drawing class. Bring a pencil and any sized sketch pad. Teens/Adults

Printmaking 101

October 9, 2019, 6:00 PM - November 13, 2019, 7:30 PM @ Art Studio

Six 1½-hour classes. Learn printmaking styles, safety skills, transforming sketches into prints, carving lino prints and pulling unique prints using your own designs. Suggested for students comfortable drawing own designs and working with sharp tools.Teens/Adults

Day of the Dead Felt Ornaments

October 22, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Art Studio

One 2-hour class. Sew an original felt Day of the Dead doll or ornament. Choose from different patterns or bring your own. Teens/Adults

Kaleidoscope Open Studio

October 22, 2019, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Art Studio

2-hour class. This open studio exposes students to clay, sculpture, watercolor and acrylic painting, drawing, photography, oil pastels, mixed media, music, creative movement and drama. Work on projects on a long-term basis. Call (302) 995-7661 at least one day before program to register. Ages 16-Adults

Adaptive Paint Party

October 24, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Art Studio

One 2-hour class. A fun and inclusive evening of painting and socializing in partnership with Art Therapy Express. Paint beautiful pieces of art while learning how to express yourself creatively! Adults

Kaleidoscope Open Studio

October 29, 2019, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Art Studio

2-hour class. This open studio exposes students to clay, sculpture, watercolor and acrylic painting, drawing, photography, oil pastels, mixed media, music, creative movement and drama. Work on projects on a long-term basis. Call (302) 995-7661 at least one day before program to register. Ages 16-Adults

Drawing and Painting (Ages 10-17)

October 5, 2019, 9:00 AM - November 23, 2019, 10:30 AM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques of drawing and painting. Creative expression is encouraged while learning basic skills with the younger age group.

Fun with Clay (Ages 6-9)

October 5, 2019, 9:00 AM - November 23, 2019, 10:30 AM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques.

Go Green: Art With Found Objects

October 5, 2019, 9:00 AM - November 23, 2019, 10:30 AM @ Art Studio

Eight 1½- hour classes. Create art made of found objects. Learn about artists who created their work using found materials. Find inventive ways to repurpose what is around you in art. Think outside of the box and help the environment, too. Ages 10-17

Clay Works (Ages 10-17)

October 5, 2019, 10:40 AM - November 23, 2019, 12:10 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter's wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces.

Drawing and Painting (Ages 6-9)

October 5, 2019, 10:40 AM - November 23, 2019, 12:10 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Eight 1½- hour classes. Learn techniques of drawing and painting. Creative expression is encouraged while learning basic skills with the younger age group.

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

October 24, 2019, 6:00 PM @ New Castle Room NCC Government Center

Resource Protection Area Technical Advisory Committee Public Hearing

October 23, 2019, 9:30 AM @ New Castle Room

License Inspection and Review Board Public Hearing - CANCELLED

October 29, 2019, 3:30 PM @ New Castle Room

Community Services Committee - CANCELLED

October 22, 2019, All Day @ Council's Conference Room

Finance Committee

October 22, 2019, 1:30 PM @ Council's Conference Room

Executive Committee

October 22, 2019, 2:30 PM @ Council's Conference Room

Council Meeting

October 22, 2019, 6:30 PM @ Council Chambers

Fix It Café

October 19, 2019, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Bank Barn

Bring your broken lamp, vacuum, waffle iron, or any one item that you can carry and work beside a volunteer experienced in repairs to fix it! Partnership with Lowe’s of Bear. Adults, Youth 10-17 with an Adult. There are certain items that we cannot accept at the Fix It Cafe. This includes gas-powered tools (eg lawn mowers) and complex electronic devices (eg laptops). Tell us what you are bringing to the Fix It Cafe so we can be sure we can help you repair it! Volunteers needed: The Fix-It Cafe relies on its volunteers to help residents fix their broken items. If you know someone who likes to tinker and would like to help, register at - newcastlede.gov/volunteer. Register Online Now More Details

Yoga In The Park

October 23, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Bank Barn

Become familiar with basic yoga postures and breath work. Increase your flexibility, endurance, strength, balance and coordination. Use your mind to focus specifically on a target area to feel each movement and position. For adults. Meet at the Bank Barn/Frazer House at Glasgow Park. 5:30 to 6:30 pm and join the team from Bear/Glasgow YMCA.

Story Time In The Bank Barn

October 26, 2019, 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM @ Bank Barn

45-minute sessions, FREE. Every fourth Saturday 12.30-1.15 p.m. A fun story time followed by a short activity. Bring a snack. Ages 2+ with an adult. Meet at the Bank Barn at Glasgow Park.

Yoga In The Park

October 30, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Bank Barn

Become familiar with basic yoga postures and breath work. Increase your flexibility, endurance, strength, balance and coordination. Use your mind to focus specifically on a target area to feel each movement and position. For adults. Meet at the Bank Barn/Frazer House at Glasgow Park. 5:30 to 6:30 pm and join the team from Bear/Glasgow YMCA.

Book Club

October 23, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Join in and discuss assigned book of the month! Run by guest librarian from Hockessin Library. This is a FREE event. No RSVP required - just show up!

Resume Workshop

October 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

Learn to Identify and Use Key Words. Create a Resume that Markets and Highlights Your Skills.

Job Search Strategies

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Woodlawn Library

Develop Interview Strategies, Build a Professional Network, and Learn Effective Job Search Strategies, etc.

Cover Letter and Resume Lab

October 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

Create Cover Letters, Develop Professional References, and Resume Review.

Career Exploration

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Woodlawn Library

Determine Your Job Interest, Identify Transferable Skills, and Research Occupations.

Design Your Own Jewelry at Rockwood

October 23, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Carriage House at Rockwood

A night at the Carriage House as we learn the art of jewelry making. Make a necklace and matching earrings. Call (302) 761-4340 to register.

Halloween Treats at the Route 9 Library

October 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

Learn to make Halloween treats, sample the recipe, and take some home! Fun for the entire family. All supplies provided. All ages. 12 and under with a caregiver.