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Handmade Art Books: Adding Pockets, Tucks, & Flipouts on Monday, September 28 at River House
with Liz Monaco
Adding Pockets, Tucks, and Flipouts: To create more interesing pages, the artist can add special hiding places for notes, tags, and bookmarks that enhance the book design. Be as creative as possible!
Suggested Supplies:
- Decorative paper
- Ephemera
- Scissors or paper cutter
- Glue
- Trims
Class session will be held on Monday, September 28 from 1:30 to 3:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Fishing on Tuesday, September 29 at River House
with Donna Frantz
Get ready for a morning of excitement and adventure.
Want to go fishing and get help learning? Grab your friends and join us for a morning filled with laughs, learning, and of course, fishing! Don't worry about lugging your gear around because all the equipment you need will be provided. Soak up the sun, cast your line, and reel in some unforgettable memories. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a complete beginner, this is your chance to enjoy a morning of fun by the water. Don't let this opportunity slip away – book your spot now for a morning to remember.
Participants younger than 65 may be required to have a fishing license. Some Florida Resident licenses are free. See the website for clarification: https://sjctax.us/saltwater-fishing-license/ Adults must carry proof of age and residency.
The group is limited to 10 total. Don't miss out on this fun fishing event/activity!
This class will meet, light rain or shine and will be mainly outdoors, so bring your water and your sunscreen. I'd also suggest wearing a hat.
Class session is on Tuesday, September 29 from 9 to 11 at River House (179 Marine Street)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Chair Yoga on Thursdays in October at River House
with Rebecca Dawson
Discover a yoga practice that has therapeutic benefits for seniors who may not be able to stand for long periods of time or may be uncomfortable seated on the floor.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 9:00 - 10:00 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Tai Chi and Qigong on Thursdays in October at River House
with Sharon Infante
If you have tried other Tai Chi forms and found them difficult to maintain, consider giving this class a try. The forms taught here are carefully selected and can be easily adapted for all levels, including individuals experiencing chronic pain or other physical conditions. We use the Tai Chi Easy Method, Fall Prevention practices, and Parkinson’s protocols to support safe, accessible participation and learning. Classes include breathwork, meditation, self-massage, and gentle movement. Forms covered: Review of Tai Chi Easy, followed by Tai Chi for Health, and progressing to Tai Chi for Energy.
Please dress comfortably, wear sneakers or rubber-soled shoes, and bring a water bottle.
Sharon Infante is Medical Qigong Practitioner (MQP), an IIQTC and UHT certified in Tai Chi, Qigong, Daoyin Yoga, meditation and Sound Frequency. She has been teaching for more than 20 years. She enjoys bringing Tai Chi Gong and Sound Healing Meditation to communities, hospitals, schools, health festivals so that they may benefit from the combined benefits of the body, mind, spirit connection.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, October 1, 15, 22, 29 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine). No class session on Thursday, Octobeer 8.
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Watercolor Techniques on Thursdays in October at River House
with Liz Monaco
In this class, students learn fundamental watercolor skills, including how to create smooth gradients with washes, control bleeding for soft transitions, and combine different techniques to develop textures and patterns. They will explore how color choices and washes can set the mood and atmosphere in their artwork. The class emphasizes integrating these techniques into a cohesive composition, culminating in a final project where students apply what they've learned to create a small, complete watercolor piece that demonstrates their understanding and creativity.
Supplies needed:
- Set of pan or tube watercolor paints.
- Brushes – mop brush or large round, several sizes of round and flat brushes, a fan brush.
- Paper- 140lb or higher watercolor paper, hot or cold press
- Liquid resist
- 2 water containers
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 11 to 1 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Intro to the Fundamentals of Golf on Thursdays in October at River House
with Joe Monaco
Coach Joe Monaco will instruct a beginner golf program that will enable participants to learn the fundamentals of golf and begin to play.
Students will be using a putter, pitching wedge, 7 iron and Driver. Balls will be provided. You can bring your own clubs, or they will be provided during the sessions.
Joe Monaco is a retired teacher (middle and high school) who has extensive experience in coaching a variety of sports including football, wrestling, track, and golf at high school and junior college levels. He also has experience in running recreation programs and a variety of volunteer programs.
Joe has been playing golf for decades and looks forward to teaching the game.
Class sessions will be held Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 12:00 to 2:00 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084).
For ages 18 and up
Will run
Think Differently on Thursdays in October at River House
with Kate Werner
Unhappy with the way things are going?
Know you need to break out of a routine?
This class will help you learn how to change the chatter in your head. A change in your mindset can lead to big changes in your life if you are open to thinking differently.
Kate retired from teaching in 2019, having taught everything from preschool to university. She has a master's degree in education and has been very active in teaching adult education courses.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 12:30 to 1:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Colored Pencil Art on Thursdays in October at River House
with Liz Monaco
With instructor Liz Monaco, this class is designed to teach you the popular art of Colored Pencil to create your very own works of art. You will learn color mixing, layering, and other techniques to get the results you have always wanted.
*Supplies Needed:
- Prisma Color Premier Colored Pencils – Set of 24
- Open Stock Colors: Black Grape, Magenta
- Colorless Blender
- White Plastic Eraser, Pencil Sharpener, Ruler
- Bristol Vellum Drawing Paper
- Tracing paper, Graphite Transfer Paper
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 1:30 to 3:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084).
For ages 18 and up.
Will run