WILLIAMSON COUNTY ENRICHMENT CENTER CLASSES
All about Dogs, Free gardening class, and more
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce a number of community classes for youth and adults at the new Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. All classes are fee based and open to the public. Registration is now available at www.wcparksandrec.com.
Basic Drawing
Adults can learn to draw in this drop-in class on Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. Learn the basics of drawing: perspective, value and texture. Each class will include a drawing exercise such as a face, animal or landscape. Classes are $15 each and will meet on Tuesdays (April 3-24). No advance registration is required-just pay the class fee at the front desk of the center.
All About Dogs
Learn how to improve your dog’s life in this class led by Cherry MacPherson, Animal Behavior College Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Class covers: Adopt, Don’t Shop; choosing the right pet; healthy homemade pet food and treats; therapeutic pet massage and more. Class offered Saturdays, April 7-21 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (#11456) at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. For ages 13 and older. $50 for the three-week course. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com.
Card Making with Varada
Perfect for a beginner or experienced paper crafter. Explore your creativity and learn how to create handmade, unique greeting cards using different techniques and holiday themes. Card Making with Varada meets Saturdays, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Mother’s Day, 4/14 or 4/28; Everyday Messages, 4/21); or Mondays, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Mother’s Day, 4/16 or 4/30); Everyday Messages, (4/23) at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. Open to ages 12 through adults. Register for these classes at www.wcparksandrec.com ($25 per class).
Floral Watercolor Workshop
Paint from a live floral subject in this intermediate watercolor class. Learn to sketch and paint layers for a stunning finished painting. Floral Watercolor meets Sunday, April 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. For ages 16 and older. $50 for the class. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com (#11386).
Gardening for the Family-Free UT/TSU Extension program
Learn the steps to creating a successful garden of any size. Assemble a small project to take home, and receive handouts to ensure your success. This is a free public class made possible by the extension programs of the University of Tennessee and Tennessee State University. For ages 12–seniors. Gardening for the Family meets Friday, April 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com, #11460 (Free).
Morning Glories Painting Class
Draw and paint beautiful morning glories on stretched white canvas in this class for adults. Learn to use brown pens, water soluble colored pencils, brushes and gel pens to create the flowers. Morning Glories will meet on Fridays, April 20 and 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com, #11772. The course is $40. Call instructor, Karen Brackman about needed supplies: 615-509-3010.
Watercolor Landscape Workshop
Artist Amanda Harrison offers this monthly class in how to paint a landscape. Each class features a different subject and students are guided step-by-step. Watercolor Landscape will be Monday, April 23 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. The class is for ages 16-adults, and is $50. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com (#11757).
Beginner’s Watercolor Workshop
Join the fun on Sunday, April 29 and learn the basics of watercolor techniques. Go home with a fully painted landscape. This class is for ages 16 through adults, and meets from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. Register at www.wcparksandrec.com, #11387. The class is $50. Supplies are provided.
Piano or Voice Lessons
Private weekly piano or voice lessons for adults with a focus on fun! For piano students, learn your way around the keyboard through a natural process, play songs with both hands and read music. Voice students will practice popular songs, breathing and vocal exercises as well as learn stage presence. Thirty-minute private lessons are available on Wednesdays or Saturdays. Contact instructor Lauren D’Amato at 615-394-1258 to reserve your class time. Meets at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave.
Guitar, Ukulele and Mandolin Lessons
Master guitarist John D’Amato offers private lessons on the guitar, ukulele and mandolin for all ages and skill levels. Lesson plans are created with the music and songs you want to play! Lessons are available on Fridays, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Enrichment Center at Academy Park, 110 Everbright Ave. Thirty-minute private lessons are $30 each, payable monthly. Contact instructor John D’Amato at 615-394-1252.
Williamson County Parks and Recreation is a public organization, here to benefit the community. Anyone may register for and participate in the department’s programs, teams, classes and events. For program registration, pass purchasing or additional information, visit www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by “liking” Williamson County Parks and Recreation on Facebook; following us on Twitter at @wc_parksandrec or Instagram at @willcoparksandrec or on Pinterest or YouTube.
