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Women's Only - Handbuilding with Clay
with Emily Malpass
Instructor: Emily Malpass
Location: The Makery, 317 E Roosevelt Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: Fridays 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Dates: Friday: 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22 MAKE UP: 5/29
Please Note: All classes and workshops are for Military Connected Individuals who are 18 years or older. This particular class is for military-connected women over 18 years or older.
Create a one-of-a-kind collection of handbuilt ceramic art pieces! Projects include sculptural and functional items--examples of items we’ll make include a mug with a handle, a textured wall pocket hanging decoration, origami-inspired trinket dishes, and an owl-shaped votive luminary (see photos). These projects incorporate all the fundamental skills of handbuilding with clay: roll slabs, securely join clay components, add textures, pinching, coil building, and painting colorful underglazes onto your own pieces!Works will be fired off-site after the class is finished and will be available for pickup from the Joel Fund offices after class is over. No experience is necessary; your instructor will meet you where you are and provide the support you need to enjoy the creative process--the studio is fully accessible, participants will be able to stand or sit as desired, and accommodations are always available for any specific needs. Working with this medium provides a unique opportunity for sensory engagement and creative development--come connect to yourself and other makers as you find your way with clay!
Please note, this class is for Women Only.
We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. Email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org to receive the scholarship promo code with your name and email address.
A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Assistant at stephanie@thejoelfund.org or 919.213.0054.
Family Studio Sunday: Springtime Stamping!
with Kristianne Ripple
Title: Family Studio Sunday: Springtime Stamping!
Instructor: Kristianne Ripple
When: 3:00-5:00 pm
Where: American Legion Post 187, 225 Holding Ave., Wake Forest, NC 27587
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026
Be prepared to have fun and get messy. This workshop we will use food such as oranges, celery and potatoes to make unexpected shapes using colors we choose. You will take home lots of little pieces of art. This is the perfect event for the whole family to come and have fun.
Family Studio Sundays are free workshops for military-connected families with children - including National Gaurd and Reserve families - to create together and take home the craft on the same day. The project will take about 20-30 minutes to complete, so stop by anytime during the workshop, but please arrive by 4:30 pm. We will have coloring pages for children under 4 years old. Registration is preferred but not required.
Creative Movement Wellness Retreat
with Annelies Gentile
Instructor: Annelies Gentile
Where: American Legion Post 187, 225 Holding Ave., Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 - 2PM - 4PM
Interplay Movement with Annelies is a creative community-building experience unlocking the wisdom of the body for wellness. Join us to play with forms such as movement, laughter, conversation, storytelling, song, and music as we cultivate shared joy and wellbeing. No experience needed, come as you are!
This in person workshop will be held 4/25/26 - in-person from 2PM - 4PM at The Joel Center in Rolesville.
Please Note: All classes and workshops are for Military Connected Individuals who are 18 years or older.
A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Assistant at stephanie@thejoelfund.org or 919.213.0054.
We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org with your name and military connection.