“Collage has been one of the most relevant forms of art making. It’s resonant because it is made of the stuff that we see every day. It’s familiar. It reflects our reality.” -Elliott Hundley.

In this class we will learn about the history of collage along with a variety of mixed-media techniques.

Supply List:

• Mark making tools that you find around the house
• Paint brushes
• Scissors - if desired, but tearing is great too!
• Mod Podge or gel medium
• A brayer, an old spatula, credit card or hotel key for smoothing glued collage pieces
• Paper plates or other paint palette
• Plastic Cup for water
• Paper to be used as a substrate such as watercolor paper or card stock or cardboard…and/or Art Wood Panels (if you would like to use a lot of items/texture)
• Various types of paper/fabric that can be used as collage
• Paints (watercolor, ink, high-flow acrylic or gouache)
• A pencil and eraser

Class sessions will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 11 from 11:30 to 1:30 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Dec. 18, 25

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Instructor Dennis Shiels will guide you through a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Sometimes described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity and connects the mind and body.  This 1 hour class is for people who are beginners or need a refresher in Tai Chi.  Open to all adults 18+ for 3 Wednesdays in December at 12:30.

Instructor Dennis Shiels will guide you through a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Sometimes described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity and connects the mind and body.  This 1 hour class is for people who have previuosly taken Tai Chi.  Open to all adults 18+ for 3 Wednesdays in December at 1:30.

This Stretching and Mobility class will help you improve your flexibility and increase your range of motion (mobility) which affects your posture, health, and daily functions. You will experience both static and dynamic stretching and learn how to perform stretches correctly. A relaxation meditation will conclude each class. Please bring a yoga mat and either a small towel or stretch strap. 

Mindy Mylrea is the 2017 Life Time Achievement Award Winner for CanFitPro , 2016 Empower Instructor of the Year, 2015 PFP Trainer of the Year, 2015 International Presenter of the Year, 2013 CanFitPro Specialty Presenter of the Year, 2008 ECA OBOW Fitness Presenter of the Year, the 2004 Can Fit Pro International Presenter of the Year, the 1999 International IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year, and a National and World Aerobic Champion. She is an international presenter, author, motivational speaker, video and TV personality, and CEC provider for ACE, NASM, CanFitPro, and AFAA. She is the creator and lead talent behind Gliding, Tabata Bootcamp, Extreme HIIT, Fluid Strength, and the nonprofit One Day to Wellness. She is a master trainer and on the pro development team for Schwinn Cycling, Silver and Fit, Savvier Fitness, and Bosu. She has authored numerous articles and stars in 1000’s of educational and consumer fitness videos. 

Class sessions will be held on Thursday, December 5 from 12 to 1 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 and Dec. 12, 19, 26

For ages 18 and up.

For Beginners and Intermediates.

Come join us for fun and creativity. Use your skill and imagination to turn Sea Shells into shell "Things". Make a Bird, a Giraffe, a cute Dog, or a Man Fishing.

Choose from twenty pre-made kits and customize the kits with your own inspiration.

Jim learned to make things out of Sea Shells, being inspired by his wife, Gayle, who is an Artist and who is now making jewelry.

Class session is on Tuesday, December 10 from 11:15 to 12:15 at River House (179 Marine Street)

For ages 18 and up.

Strategies for balancing your Blood Sugar to strengthen your immune system and prevent Burn Out.

Simple method of acid/alkaline Blood Scale to encourage optimum food choices.

Managing your Blood Sugar throughout your day to support your Adrenals and prevent exhaustion.

Lynn Ringhaver RN., BSN., L.Ac. was an Intensive care nurse for 15 years before moving into Integrative Medicine. She was in private practice for over 20 years including: Shiatsu, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutrition. Certified in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction with Jon Kabat-Zinn. Certified in Qi Gong with Master Robert Peng. Emotional Freedom Technique training with Dawson Church PhD.

Class session is on Tuesday, December 10 from 1:15 to 2:15 at River House (179 Marine St.)

Classes are for ages 18 & up.

Looking for something different to bring to the holiday cookie swap this year? Aromatic herbs such as rosemary, thyme and chamomile are not only therapeutic herbs, but they also bring wonderful flavor to desserts. In this class, you will watch a cooking demonstration, and learn easy holiday cookie recipes incorporating culinary and therapeutic herbs. At the end of class participants will have the opportunity to sample the cookies prepared and go home with new holiday cookie recipes to try!

James is a Professor of Biological Sciences, Master Herbalist, Natural Wellness Practitioner and Personal Chef with over 20 years of professional and clinical experience.

This one session class meets on Thursday, December 12 from 2:30 to 4 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.