Welcome to the Level One Bellydance class, designed for participants of all ages and skill levels! This class focuses on low-impact movements that promote improved flexibility while ensuring a fun and enjoyable experience for everyone. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience in bellydance, this class is perfect for you.

Throughout the session you'll learn foundational bellydance movements such as hip drops, shimmies, and graceful arm patterns. These movements are taught at a comfortable pace, allowing you to master each step while also improving your overall flexibility and core strength.

At its core this class is about enjoying the art of bellydance, embracing the music, and expressing yourself through movement. It's a welcoming environment where participants can come together to learn, dance, and have a great time.

Join us for a delightful journey into the world of bellydance, where every step brings you closer to improved flexibility, increased confidence, and a whole lot of fun!

Barefoot or dance shoes. No sneakers. Comfortable clothing such as yoga wear or something you can move freely in. A coin belt or hip scarf is fun to wear if you have one.

Gina Marie is certified in Sharqui Bellydance Fitness has been teaching for more than two decades. She will guide you through gentle warm-up exercises to prepare your body for the movements ahead. As you progress through the class, you'll also have the opportunity to practice combinations and sequences that blend seamlessly into a fluid dance routine.

Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20 and December 4, 11 from 10:45 to 11:45 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions Nov. 27 and Dec. 18, 25.

For ages 18 and up.

Learn to use Gel printing to create a on -off picture or to make fodder for collage work. This is a fun way to find your creative self

You'll learn how to explore various techniques using gel plates, including monoprinting, layering, and incorporating different textures and colors. Perfect for all skill levels, this hands-on workshop encourages spontaneity and experimentation, resulting in unique art pieces you can take home. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, discover the endless possibilities of gel printing in a fun, supportive environment!

Supplies needed: 

• 5x7 or 9x12 Gel Press printing plate
• Bray roller(s)
• Paint brushes for acrylic paints
• Copy paper- 1/2 ream
• Tissue Paper
• Assortment of acrylic paints (tube or craft)

Join our engaging gel printing workshops and unlock your creativity.

Class sessions will meet on Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20 and December 4, 11 from 11 to 1 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

No class sessions Nov. 27 and Dec. 18, 25.

For ages 18 and up.

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, November 6, 13, 20 and December 4, 11 from 1:30 to 3:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions Nov. 27 and Dec. 18, 25.

For ages 18 and up.

This class will accommodate the new beginner while honing the skills of the more experienced beginner. Class will focus on tap basic fundamental single and double sound steps. Short combinations will introduce/review such composite steps as the shim sham, front and back essence, waltz clog, and simple rhythm time steps.

Tap shoes are recommended for this class.

Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20 and December 4, 11 from 2:00 - 3:00 at River House (179 Marine St.)

No class sessions Nov. 27 and Dec. 18, 25.

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 Halloween themed critter or item.

This class will have a Christmas theme.

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, November 18 from 11 to Noon at River House (179 Marine Street)

For ages 18 and up.

Pre-enrollment is required so please register here. Enrollment is limited for this program. 

How to create living holiday containers and holiday decorations from plants & cuttings right from the NE Florida greenery in your backyard.

Presented by St. Johns County Master Gardener Karen Doyle

This one session class will meet on Monday, December 8 from 9:15 to 11:15 at River House (179 Marine St. St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.