Katie Stewart's Heart of Glass - Opening Reception

Safe Homes, Strong Families Resource Day is a free community event presented by PR Home Care for older adults, family caregivers, and families who want to plan ahead and connect with trusted local resources before a crisis occurs. Meet local professionals and learn about fall prevention, aging in place and home safety, dementia and caregiver support, planning, medication safety, home organization, and other resources that can support safer, more independent living. Aging in Place North Carolina will provide a featured presentation, “How to Safely and Comfortably Age in the Home You Love.” The event will also include community resources, giveaways, and complimentary light refreshments while supplies last. Free and open to the public. Walk-ins are welcome.

The Stained Glass Custom Pet Experience is a hands on workshop where you create a personalized stained glass portrait of your pet. This event allows you to transform a photograph of your animal into a durable piece of art through professional guidance and custom design work. Our studio prepares every project in advance by hand selecting glass colors and cutting each piece specifically for your portrait. During the workshop you will learn to foil, assemble, and solder your custom pattern under the instruction of our staff. This experience is designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike who want to learn stained glass techniques without the time consuming preparation. We handle the heavy lifting such as glass cutting and grinding so you can focus on the rewarding assembly process. This workshop is perfect for pet lovers looking for a creative outlet and a unique keepsake. No prior art experience is necessary to participate in this approachable and structured session. Space is limited to ensure personal attention for every attendee. Reserve your spot today to begin your custom design journey and build a beautiful piece of art.

The Stained Glass Custom Pet Experience is a hands on workshop where you create a personalized stained glass portrait of your pet. This event allows you to transform a photograph of your animal into a durable piece of art through professional guidance and custom design work. Our studio prepares every project in advance by hand selecting glass colors and cutting each piece specifically for your portrait. During the workshop you will learn to foil, assemble, and solder your custom pattern under the instruction of our staff. This experience is designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike who want to learn stained glass techniques without the time consuming preparation. We handle the heavy lifting such as glass cutting and grinding so you can focus on the rewarding assembly process. This workshop is perfect for pet lovers looking for a creative outlet and a unique keepsake. No prior art experience is necessary to participate in this approachable and structured session. Space is limited to ensure personal attention for every attendee. Reserve your spot today to begin your custom design journey and build a beautiful piece of art.

This two session workshop teaches woodworking fundamentals through the creation of a custom cutting board. Students will apply essential milling and cutting techniques to build a unique, functional piece for their kitchen while gaining hands-on experience in a professional shop environment. During the first session, you will mill raw lumber, cut your pieces to size, and complete the initial glue-up. In the second session, you will use shaping and profiling tools to refine, sand, and finish your project. This structured process ensures you understand the progression from raw material to a high-quality finished product. This course is ideal for those looking to expand their woodworking skills after completing a formal introductory class. It serves as an excellent foundation for future projects like box making. Please note that participants must have prior experience with a jointer, planer, and table saw, or must have completed the Woodshop Introduction course before attending. If you are ready to apply your technical skills to a practical project, register today to secure your spot and start building your own custom kitchen essential.