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Events:
Saturday, May 7th from 11 am to 5 pm , Artist Meet and Greet with Angela Helgeson:
Stop by O'Flynn's on May 7th, enjoy stunning realistic drawings, ask some questions, and watch an artist bring a graphite illustration to life! Angela will be doing a live drawing during her Artist Meet and Greet. Ask her any questions you want about her art, from what inspires her to drawing techniques she's learned along her artists' journey, and buy your favorite piece to brighten up your home!
Artist Info:
Hi, my name is Angela. Here's a little info about myself. I took an art class back in high school 20 years ago. It was an intro class. I learned a little bit of everything, but not a lot to be good at any one thing. About 10 years ago, I went though a divorce and needed something to help with my anxiety and calm my mind. With me always loving art, I tried painting, but was never good at it, and I eventually gave up. I currently work for a hospital on the covid unit. Last year, April 27, 2021, I got injured on the job. With me being unable to work, my anxiety was out if control. I needed an outlet to calm down my brain. So, October 22nd, 2021, was the first day I picked up paper and pencil and drew something. It was the first time I felt proud of my art. It wasn't the best, but it was the first time in 20 years I had drawn with a pencil. I was so happy with my work! Everyday since then, I draw. Yes, I draw something or I work on a piece of art everyday, even if it's only for 10 minutes. I also watched YouTube videos to find out how to do different things like shading, hair, fur and eyes. I have only been drawing realistic drawing since the beginning of November 2021. I have room to improve my art and I'm excited to see how my work will be! I hope all of you who are reading this will come meet me on May 7th, 2022. I look forward to showing you my work and answering any questions you may have.
Links to my social media https://www.facebook.com/artbyangelah
Saturday, May 21st from 11 am to 5 pm, Gardening Expo:
Join us at O'Flynn's on May 21st for our Spring Gardening Expo. Meet experts in the field of gardening and landscaping, learn about their local businesses, ask them questions and buy gardening related items. Learn all you need to know to get your Spring garden planted and have a great time doing it!
Classes:
Thursday, May 5th from 6 pm to 8 pm, Beach Glass Windows with Vinny, The Crafty Michigander
Michigan is known for its beautiful lakes and large sandy dunes. Beach glass is created when turbulent waves combine with course sand to create a natural rock tumbling effect. The resulting product is a mixture of wonderfully polished glass, soft stones, and colorful shells - all items we will be utilizing to create an eye-catching beach glass wall hanging that is the perfect addition to any Michigander's home. $45 includes step by step instruction, frame, beach glass, and all other necessary materials. Finished products measure 15 by 12 inches. You are welcome to bring your own drink and snacks! Let's get the creative juices flowing! This event will be hosted and instructed by Vinny, aka 'The Richard Simmons of The Crafting World'. He is sure to keep things humorous and entertaining! Seats will fill fast!
Advance registration required.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-glass-windows-cedar-springs-tickets-311757734777
Friday, May 6th from 11 am to 1 pm, Michigan’s Wild Mushroom Identification Class for Children:
Spring Edition with MI certified Wild Mushroom Expert, Tabita Corlett Tabitha from Labyrinth Mushrooms is being hosted by Amanda from O'Flynn's Shoppe to lead a class for children to practice identifying Michigan's wild mushroom species. Tabitha is a Certified Wild Mushroom Forager under the State of Michigan and a Registered Nurse. The class will explore the spring species coming up, considerations and safety issues on how to forage them, how important they are to our planet, and so much more! I truly believe fungi is not only important for nutrition, but also as medicine. First part of the class will be informative and end with a nature walk. Please dress in appropriate hiking/weather attire and bug spray. Wearing bright colors is helpful as we move through the woods but not required. Bring a blanket or folding chair for the informative part of class. Recommended ages for this class are 6-12 but if a parent wants a ticket and does not mind learning at the child level that is perfectly fine. Please note that the class is not being held at the shop in Cedar Springs but on her private property.
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Saturday, May 7th from 10 am to 12 pm, Michigan’s Wild Mushroom Identification Class for Teen and Adult Beginners:
Spring Edition with MI certified Wild Mushroom Expert, Tabita Corlett Tabitha from Labyrinth Mushrooms is being hosted by Amanda from O'Flynn's Shoppe to lead a class for adults and teens to practice identifying Michigan's wild mushroom species. Tabitha is a Certified Wild Mushroom Forager thru the State of Michigan and a Registered Nurse. The class will explore the spring species coming up, considerations and safety issues on how to forage them, how important they are to our planet, and so much more! I truly believe fungi is not only important for nutrition, but also as medicine. First part of the class will be informative and end with a nature walk. Please dress in appropriate hiking/weather attire and bug spray. Wearing bright colors is helpful as we move through the woods but not required. Bring a blanket or folding chair for the informative part of class. Please note that the class is not at the Cedar Springs shop but at her private property.
Address is listed in event details.
Saturday, May 7th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Craft Class:
Making a Binder Notebook with Linh from LNW Art Studio Learn step by step how to make a unique binder notebook that you can customize. In this class, you will be learning simple techniques and mechanisms of a binder book, as well as using your creativity to create a one-of-a-kind notebook for yourself or your loved ones. This handmade binder notebook is a perfect gift for moms, students, artists, writers, and everyone of all ages, genders, and occupations!
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Tuesday, May 24th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Guided Paint Party (Spring Tulips) with Crystal from Refabulous Studio Paint Party fun!
Join Refabulous Studio to paint this beautiful picture. Classes are 30.00 this includes a 16x20 canvas and all the painting supplies needed to paint this painting as well as step by step instructions from artist Crystal Cunningham. Bring a bottle of wine and some friends for a evening of relaxing painting and shopping fun!
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Thursday, May 26th from 6 pm to 8 pm, Beach Glass Wind Chimes with Vinny.
The Crafty Michigander Michigan is known for it's beautiful lakes and large sandy dunes. Beach glass is created when turbulent waves combine with course sand to create a natural rock tumbling effect. The resulting product is a mixture of wonderfully polished glass and tumbled driftwood - both items we will be utilizing to create an eye-catching and ear pleasing wind chime that is the perfect addition to any Michigander's home. $45 includes step by step instruction and a large selection of tumbled glass, natural driftwood, and all other supplies. You are welcome to bring your own beverage and snacks to get the creative juices flowing! This workshop will be hosted and instructed by Vinny, also know as "The Richard Simmons of The Crafting World." He will surely keep things humorous and highly entertaining! Seats will fill fast. Don't miss out on the fun! Advance registration required.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-glass-wind-chimes-cedar-springs-tickets-323103660747
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