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Live Edge Bowl- August 2026
Price range: $140.00 through $165.00Come create a simple turned bowl that still looks and feels rustic due to its live edge. This course is targeted to those who have an interest in learning how to turn. The emphasis will be on learning how to use a lathe and tools safely and correctly. In this class, you will learn the basics of creating spindle-based objects and then work at turning your bowl. Leave the class with a lovely treasure that captures the "wild" feel of the Adirondacks!
Dates/Times
- Sunday, August 16, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: John Kingsley
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: For your safety: no loose-fitting clothes, hair tied back, comfortable shoes and no jewelry. If sensitive to wood dust registration for turning classes is not recommended. The introductory class or some knowledge of wood turning is a prerequisite for this class.
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Live Edge Bowl- June 2026
Price range: $140.00 through $165.00Come create a simple turned bowl that still looks and feels rustic due to its live edge. This course is targeted to those who have an interest in learning how to turn. The emphasis will be on learning how to use a lathe and tools safely and correctly. In this class, you will learn the basics of creating spindle-based objects and then work at turning your bowl. Leave the class with a lovely treasure that captures the "wild" feel of the Adirondacks!
Dates/Times
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: John Kingsley
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: For your safety: no loose-fitting clothes, hair tied back, comfortable shoes and no jewelry. If sensitive to wood dust registration for turning classes is not recommended. The introductory class or some knowledge of wood turning is a prerequisite for this class.
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Make Some Books!- February 2026
Price range: $255.00 through $305.00This class is an introduction to some basic techniques for making books by hand. Participants will make 3 different book structures: a sewn pamphlet, a hard cover fold book and an Asian style "stab" binding. The workshop will start with the making of decorative paste papers to be used for covering the book models we will make in class. Investigate the crafts employed in putting the elements of a book together. These simple bindings are satisfying and useful on their own but also employ techniques that can be elaborated on for more advanced book forms and personal exploration.
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- Saturday, February 28, 2026 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Sunday, March 1, 2026 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Matt Liddle
Member Tuition: $230.00
Non-Member Tuition: $280.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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Make Your Own Adirondack Chair- May 2026
Price range: $370.00 through $420.00In 1903, the first Adirondack chair was built in the town of Westport, N.Y. and has since taken the world by storm. Its contoured seat and back, along with its wide arms make it the perfect chair for lounging in after a hard day's work. You will start with surfaced pine, cut the pieces, shape them on a router table, sand them and then assemble your own Adirondack chair. No prior woodworking experience is necessary but be prepared to use power tools.
Dates/Times
- Saturday, May 30, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Sunday, May 31, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: John Cerveny
Member Tuition: $230.00
Non-Member Tuition: $280.00Material Fee: $140.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
Special Notes: No prior woodworking experience is necessary, but be prepared to use power tools.
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Make Your Own Quilted Sneakers- September 2026
Price range: $215.00 through $240.00Have you ever dreamed of owning a pair of sneakers that are uniquely you? This is your chance to make the sneakers of your dreams. Whether you piece your fabric or quilt your favorite fabric, you will be stepping out in style! This class requires basic machine and hand sewing knowledge. A list of fabric and equipment requirements will be sent out after registration. Students will need to inform AFS of their shoe size at registration.
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- Sunday, September 27, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Carol Johns
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $100.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: This class requires basic machine and hand sewing knowledge. A list of fabric and equipment requirements will be sent out after registration. Students will need to inform AFS of their shoe size at registration.
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Medicinal Herbs for Protection & Prevention- September 2026
$25.00Herbal plants for colds, the flu and allergies have stood the test of time. They help prevent an imbalance, they help your immune system cope with illness, they give relief for various symptoms and help with recovery. During this program, Lise will discuss what specific plants and remedies work for particular symptoms. Participants will learn to interpret the language of herbalism to understand how plants work in the body. There will be demonstrations of the correct way to prepare herbal plants and remedies and discussion of proper dosage of herbal preparations.
Dates/Times
- Thursday, September 3, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Instructor: Lise Fuller
Member Tuition: $25.00
Non-Member Tuition: $25.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Membership
Price range: $55.00 through $500.00The Adirondack Folk School is more than a noncompetitive learning organization – it’s a community of life-long learners who are curious, adventurous, eager to learn by doing, and enjoy sharing the experience with others who are also on the path to learn about the crafts and traditions of the Adirondacks. This community inspires and encourages AFS instructors and staff to continue to provide the best student experience and keep things interesting by adding new and exciting classes and programs every year.
You can join the AFS family by becoming a member today! Individual memberships qualify you for discounts on class tuition, event tickets, and merchandise in our gift shop. Family memberships grant you and four other individuals those great benefits.
We can’t wait for you to join the AFS family.
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Milk Soaps- August 2026
Price range: $110.00 through $125.00Goat milk soap is excellent for people with dry, irritated or sensitive skin. It is loaded with nutrients, proteins, fat, calcium and vitamins. It is an excellent natural moisturizer that helps hydrate, nourish and revitalize skin. We will discuss natural dyes and additives which you may wish to incorporate in your soap. You will be making a pound of soap to take home.
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- Sunday, August 9, 2026 – 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Instructor: Chrissey Eberhardt
Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00Material Fee: $40.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Milk Soaps- September 2026
Price range: $110.00 through $125.00Goat milk soap is excellent for people with dry, irritated or sensitive skin. It is loaded with nutrients, proteins, fat, calcium and vitamins. It is an excellent natural moisturizer that helps hydrate, nourish and revitalize skin. We will discuss natural dyes and additives which you may wish to incorporate in your soap. You will be making a pound of soap to take home.
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- Sunday, September 13, 2026 – 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Instructor: Chrissey Eberhardt
Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00Material Fee: $40.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Mini Barn Quilt- May 2026
Price range: $145.00 through $170.00Join Janet for a day long class to create a mini barn quilt for that special mom, grandma or mother -in- law for Mother's Day. Or perhaps to spruce up your entrance way for summer. Come and unlock your creative spirit in this daylong class. Wear old clothes and bring a smock or apron, students may wish to bring a hair dryer if they have one.
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- Saturday, May 2, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Janet Flinchbaugh
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $30.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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Mini Flowering Tree Embroidery- April 2026
Price range: $145.00 through $170.00Historically, wherever there was wool and fabric, there has been embroidery, and the Adirondacks are no exception! In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of crewelwork embroidery. Students will use a variety of stitches (chain stitch, lazy daisy, French knots, and long and short stitch) to create this decorative 4" x 4" crewelwork embroidery design step by step.
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- Sunday, April 19, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Krysta Dennis
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $30.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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More Silver Metal Clay Exploration 1- June 2026
Price range: $227.00 through $247.00If you have taken one or more classes using silver metal clay and are interested in discovering more about the many uses for metal clay, this may be the class for you! The class is focused on learning techniques typically not covered in introductory classes but are useful to metal clay jewelry makers. We will focus on the topics listed of greatest interest to those enrolled. Additional topics may be included with advance notice and time available. Potential Topics: How to make and use molds, how to set different shaped stones that can be fired in place, the basics of torch firing small metal clay pieces, various bail designs, how to make simple scatter pins, more information about Art Clay Silver.
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- Thursday, June 4, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Miller
Member Tuition: $135.00
Non-Member Tuition: $155.00Material Fee: $92.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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More Silver Metal Clay Exploration 2- October 2026
Price range: $227.00 through $247.00If you have taken one or more classes using silver metal clay and are interested in discovering more about the many uses for metal clay, this may be the class for you! The class is focused on learning techniques typically not covered in introductory classes but are useful to metal clay jewelry makers. We will focus on the topics listed of greatest interest to those enrolled. Additional topics may be included with advance notice and time available. Potential Topis: Making simple ear wire, adding dimension, makings simple hollow lentil beads, rolling techniques for perfect textures, preventing and fixing problems such as cracking and warping, how to join pieces of metal clay/dry construction, more information about Metal Clay Silver.
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- Saturday, October 24, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Miller
Member Tuition: $135.00
Non-Member Tuition: $155.00Material Fee: $92.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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Mosaic Color Wheel- March 2026
Price range: $145.00 through $170.00Learn about color theory while creating a beautiful mosaic color wheel! In this workshop students will discover how one color will affect another. They will learn to use mosaic tools and adhesives and a large selection of colorful tiles, beads and glass to create a beautiful mosaic to take home.
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- Sunday, March 22, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Linda Biggers
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $30.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Mosaic Land/Waterscape- July 2026
Price range: $340.00 through $405.00Students will learn glass cutting and mosaic techniques while creating a beautiful land and waterscape mosaic. We will be using stained glass and slate to make a mosaic with water, island and trees.
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- Sunday, July 26, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Monday, July 27, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Instructor: Linda Biggers
Member Tuition: $300.00
Non-Member Tuition: $365.00Material Fee: $40.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Mosaic Ornament- November 2026
Price range: $95.00 through $110.00In this class students will create a beautiful mosaic ornament to hang in a window, outside, or use as a holiday ornament. Students will be using reflective glass and mirror to make ornaments that are fun and sparkly! Additionally, we will learn how to design the ornament and how to use mosaic tools and adhesives.
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- Sunday, November 1, 2026 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Instructor: Linda Biggers
Member Tuition: $70.00
Non-Member Tuition: $85.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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Mountain Gathering Basket- June 2026
Price range: $160.00 through $185.00This basket is woven on a pre-stained round oak base and employs continuous chase weave to build the sides. Students will learn the process for determining the number of spokes needed for continuous weave and be challenged and excited to watch their baskets grow with two weavers. Students will make their own leather handles in class, which incorporate into the rim. This rustically graceful and functional basket is woven on a 6" base which grows into a 12" diameter basket. The basket measures 10" high at the sides.
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- Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Barbara Boughton
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $45.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Mountaineer Pack Basket- September 2026
Price range: $420.00 through $495.00The Adirondack Pack Basket is one of the most recognized objects associated with the Adirondacks. These versatile baskets were used to carry just about everything the guides, hunters and trappers took with them into the woods. Linda will teach you her version patterned from the traditional Adirondack Pack Baskets. The Mountaineer pack is a large pack, great size for adult men and women. Linda will demonstrate, teach you many weaving techniques and guide you while you weave your pack basket. Students start with pre-cut spokes and do most of the weaving the first day. There will be great emphasis on shaping while weaving to create the belly on the front and the flat back. The second day students will be busy with the many finishing steps to complete the pack. Lastly, add an adjustable webbing or leather harness made by Linda and secured with skids made by students. Dimensions: 9? x 12? x 20? high. Students will be using a drawknife and other sharp tools. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices will be the colors available at time of class. Instructor will bring all materials to make the basket. Students should wear comfortable clothing. Baskets will not be stained during class.
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- Monday, September 28, 2026 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Tuesday, September 29, 2026 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Instructor: Linda Scherz
Member Tuition: $270.00
Non-Member Tuition: $310.00Cotton Harness Material Fee: $150.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Leather Harness Material Fee: $185.00 Included in fee shown on checkout pageLocation: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Note: Materials fee for Webbing Harness – $150. Materials fee for Leather Harness – $185. Leather harness is dark brown. Webbing harness color choices may vary depending on what is available at the time of the class. Please call AFS if you would like the leather harness as it needs to be ordered a minimum of two weeks prior to the class. Students should wear comfortable clothing.
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Mountains & Waterways Leather Pendant & Earring Set- October 2026
Price range: $185.00 through $210.00Inspired from camping, hiking and kayaking in the Adirondacks, we'll be making "Mountains" or "Waterways" leather pendant necklace and earring sets in this class. After selecting a design, students will learn various leather craft techniques, including but not limited to, cutting, stamping, dyeing, and antiquing. Additionally. We'll add bead "cairns" to our jewelry using notable stones found in the Adirondacks. To complete the set, we'll add leather cord with silver plated findings and sterling silver ear wires. Pendant sizes are approximately 2 5/8" tall for teardrop and 2" diameter for circle.
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- Sunday, October 18, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Sarah Badger
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $70.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Registration closes 2 weeks prior to the class date to allow time for material preparation.
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National Curriculum Level 1- July 2026
Price range: $800.00 through $900.00The National Curriculum offers a step-by-step progression through three levels of fundamental blacksmithing skills. Certification signifies that a smith has demonstrated mastery of a specific set of skills, increasing in complexity with each level: Level I (beginner), Level II (intermediate), Level III (advanced). Level I is the first level of the curriculum and is designed as a guide through beginning blacksmithing techniques. Starting with safety, Level I then moves into core skills and techniques, including tapering, bending, forging and heat-treating hand tools, punching and drifting, basic blacksmithing math, forging to dimension, forge-welding, and creating tenons. It culminates in a final project, the Gate Latch, designed to test the student on these skills. Upon completion of Level I, students will have confidence in the most essential blacksmithing skills and be able to forge a wide variety of projects. The program is designed to provide a solid foundation within the craft. To earn certification, the student needs to successfully complete the projects and techniques as outlined in the checklist in the Level I Student Packet. This is found on the website abana.org The checklist allows students and instructors to keep track of progress. ABANA will accept the recommendation from an Affiliate?s Education Program Chair or the judgment of a Certified Level I Instructor that qualifies a student as having passed Level I.
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- Saturday, July 18, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Sunday, July 19, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Monday, July 20, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Robert Menard
Member Tuition: $675.00
Non-Member Tuition: $775.00Material Fee: $125.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Neck Tie Seat Weaving- March 2026
Price range: $135.00 through $160.00It's recycling and repurposing at its best! Search your closets or consignment shops and gather up 30-40 neck ties. Grab a chair that has 4 seat rails, and you'll be ready to go. You'll weave the neck ties onto the seat rails, creating a unique weaving and functional chair. Please bring a collection of 30 – 40 neck ties and a chair with 4 seat rungs needing a new chair seat. The chair should have the old seating material removed, with any repairs and refinishing completed prior to class. There will be a limited number of chairs available for a nominal fee if you are in need of one.
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- Saturday, March 28, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Christine Hubbard
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $20.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Please bring a collection of 30 – 40 neck ties and a chair with 4 seat rungs needing a new chair seat. The chair should have the old seating material removed, with any repairs and refinishing completed prior to class. There will be a limited number of chairs available for a nominal fee if you are in need of one.
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Nuno Felt Scarf- August 2026
Price range: $130.00 through $150.00Join Marjolaine in this 1-day class to create a nuno felt scarf you can wear different ways and close with a button. During this workshop you will explore the technique of nuno felt, a wet felting process combining silk fabric and wool roving. The felting is accomplished by applying water, soap, and friction. In this class you will: create a lightweight scarf made with silk fabric and merino wool roving, discover various wool layouts, create a stained-glass effect, and paint with silk hankies and silk roving on wool.
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- Friday, August 21, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Marjolaine Arsenault
Member Tuition: $130.00
Non-Member Tuition: $150.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: This workshop is suited for beginner to intermediate learners and requires standing for most of the day. A list of materials students need to bring will be sent out prior to the class. Expected materials cost is $55.
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Nuno Felt Scarf- December 2026
Price range: $130.00 through $150.00Join Marjolaine in this 1-day class to create a nuno felt scarf you can wear different ways and close with a button. During this workshop you will explore the technique of nuno felt, a wet felting process combining silk fabric and wool roving. The felting is accomplished by applying water, soap, and friction. In this class you will: create a lightweight scarf made with silk fabric and merino wool roving, discover various wool layouts, create a stained-glass effect, and paint with silk hankies and silk roving on wool.
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- Saturday, December 12, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Marjolaine Arsenault
Member Tuition: $130.00
Non-Member Tuition: $150.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: This workshop is suited for beginner to intermediate learners and requires standing for most of the day. A list of materials students need to bring will be sent out prior to the class. Expected materials cost is $55.
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Nuno Felt Scarf- October 2026
Price range: $130.00 through $150.00Join Marjolaine in this 1-day class to create a nuno felt scarf you can wear different ways and close with a button. During this workshop you will explore the technique of nuno felt, a wet felting process combining silk fabric and wool roving. The felting is accomplished by applying water, soap, and friction. In this class you will: create a lightweight scarf made with silk fabric and merino wool roving, discover various wool layouts, create a stained-glass effect, and paint with silk hankies and silk roving on wool.
Dates/Times
- Friday, October 2, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Marjolaine Arsenault
Member Tuition: $130.00
Non-Member Tuition: $150.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: This workshop is suited for beginner to intermediate learners and requires standing for most of the day. A list of materials students need to bring will be sent out prior to the class. Expected materials cost is $55.
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Open Forge Night- April 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
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- Wednesday, April 15, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- August 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- July 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- June 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- March 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- May 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- November 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, November 18, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- October 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Forge Night- September 2026
$25.00Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied).
Dates/Times
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Instructor: Steve Gurzler
Member Tuition: $0.00
Non-Member Tuition: $0.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Open Weaving Studio- October 2026
Price range: $215.00 through $240.00The Adirondack Folk School would like to expand the use and joy of our weaving studio with a week long Open Studio experience. This is an advanced class and our Introduction to Weaving course is a pre-requisite. The Open Studio is designed for the novice weaver who would like to plan and weave a project of their choice. This will require a conversation (phone, email or text) with Janet prior to the class to calculate your yarn requirements or for the school to provide materials at an additional material cost. On Day 1 you will wind and warp your loom and as a group share your project ideas and dress your loom for weaving. Janet will be there to support you as needed in the process of warping and threading. Days 2-5 will be for open weaving in the company of your fellow weavers.
Dates/Times
- Monday, October 5, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 7, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Thursday, October 8, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Friday, October 9, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Janet Gallant
Member Tuition: $215.00
Non-Member Tuition: $240.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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Overshot Weaving: Lee's Surrender- October 2026
Price range: $280.00 through $330.00This is a weave structure well known to weavers and Lee's Surrender is a beautiful example of the structure. Overshot requires two shuttles and a bit more concentration to complete. The instructor will demonstrate the step by step process and help you to understand the pattern. Please note: This is an advanced class. Finishing Touches for the Handweaver is a prerequisite for this class.
Dates/Times
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Janet Gallant
Member Tuition: $230.00
Non-Member Tuition: $280.00Material Fee: $50.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
Special Notes: This is an advanced class. Finishing Touches for the Handweaver is a prerequisite for this class.
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Paddle Making- May 2026
Price range: $180.00 through $205.00Come and create your own willow leaf shaped, traditional cherry wood canoe paddle or make a native double kayak/sit in the bottom canoe paddle. After some history and an explanation of the shapes, you will pick your blank and get started using only hand tools to create your paddle! The process will be demonstrated from beginning to end to ensure that you come away with a perfect paddle. Two different sizes will be available for canoe paddles – standard (29" shaft) and long (32" shaft). Kayak paddles are one size fits all (54" shaft). This one-day class will give you a sense of accomplishment as you complete a paddle that will accompany you on the water. Students will need to specify their paddle choice at the time of registration. All materials are provided, material fees are included in the tuition of this class. Due to time constraints, students are encouraged to bring their own lunch.
Dates/Times
- Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Larry Benjamin
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $65.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
Special Notes: Students will need to contact AFS at the time of registration and tell which type of paddle they wish to make. All materials are provided. Material fees are included in price of tuition. Due to time constraints students are encouraged to bring their own lunch.
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Painting with Patrice – Adirondack Farm in Summer- June 2026
$40.00Using saturated bold strokes of color, participants will create this sweeping view of the Adirondacks. This painting (detail) done by the renowned Adirondack artist, Rockwell Kent (1882-1971), will allow participants to practice cloud formation, mountain peaks and depths, and brushstroke techniques that will bring drama to their piece. Join us for this 2-hour acrylic painting class and bring home your own finished piece, no framing needed. Patrice welcomes all abilities to her classes and teaches simple skills that will bring your art to life.
Dates/Times
- Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Instructor: Patrice Jarvis-Weber
Member Tuition: $40.00
Non-Member Tuition: $40.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Painting with Patrice – Canada Goose- August 2026
$40.00Migrating as early as August, Canada Geese arrive in our area by September and October. For this painting, learn first how to lay vibrant sunset colors for the backdrop. To help you get started with the goose you will have a basic silhouette outline. Patrice will show you tips to refine your bird as well as how to paint the dark foreground grasses and cattails that will add detail to your painting. Join us for this 2-hour acrylic painting class and bring home your own finished piece, no framing needed. Patrice welcomes all abilities to her classes and teaches simple skills that will bring your art to life.
Dates/Times
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Instructor: Patrice Jarvis-Weber
Member Tuition: $40.00
Non-Member Tuition: $40.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Painting with Patrice – Loon- August 2025
$40.00Come create your own masterpiece to take home in this guided acrylic painting class by Patrice. Learn simple skills and techniques that will bring your art to life. No framing necessary. Patrice will provide a welcoming space for you to have an enjoyable painting experience, regardless of your skill level. All supplies are provided and all ages are welcome.
Dates/Times
- Thursday, August 21, 2025 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Instructor: Patrice Jarvis-Weber
Member Tuition: $40.00
Non-Member Tuition: $40.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Pantry Baskets- June 2026
Price range: $160.00 through $185.00We all need more space to keep our gardening and craft tools. Pantry baskets were designed by Shakers to do just that – sometimes being built so large they needed two people to carry them! Students will begin with a tall oak handle, weaving with natural round and flat reed to get the basket started. The addition of a side pocket will create a truly unique basket with a little extra space for your stuff. Students will have the choice of adding color or decorating the top of their handle to customize their basket. This class is great for all experience levels.
Dates/Times
- Saturday, June 6, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Dona Nazarenko
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $45.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
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Papermaking Basics- June 2026
Price range: $265.00 through $315.00Explore the magic of turning pulp into paper! This hands-on workshop introduces the elements of papermaking by hand, including fiber preparation, pulp handling, sheet forming, pressing and drying. Hand papermaking techniques can be easily learned by the beginner but can also be pursued to advanced levels, with many creative possibilities for the artist and designer. Participants in this workshop will make multiple sheets of paper using a variety of natural fiber, and low-tech equipment. Fiber plus water equals papermaking fun!
Dates/Times
- Friday, June 12, 2026 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Matt Liddle
Member Tuition: $230.00
Non-Member Tuition: $280.00Material Fee: $35.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Perfect Pictures Every Time- May 2026
Price range: $210.00 through $220.00Understanding photography basics is the key to taking control of your camera and knowing you got the shot when you were taking it. If you would like to take your skill level from shooting in Auto to having full control over your camera, this intensive class is for you! A step-by-step PowerPoint presentation helps teach the basic principles of photography including: camera options and set-up, peripheral equipment, image exposure and histograms, and will touch on shooting for HDR and working with motion, depth of field, and composition. The class is paced to allow time for questions and interaction, with about half of the day in the classroom experimenting with the cameras, and the other half spent in the field, practicing camera techniques and shooting options. A comprehensive handout will include all the major points covered in the presentation. While the class instruction is mostly landscape based, these techniques and principles can be applied to all photographic situations.
Dates/Times
- Saturday, May 2, 2026 – 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Instructor: Carl Heilman II
Member Tuition: $210.00
Non-Member Tuition: $220.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Class is for the beginner to advanced beginner level. Equipment requirements include a DSLR and lens system/OR full featured point and shoot camera (preferably with screw-on filter and tripod capability), a sturdy tripod and a remote release. In addition, bring along whatever variety of lenses you have plus the manual and / or reference sheet for your camera.
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Perfect Pictures Every Time- October 2026
Price range: $210.00 through $220.00Understanding photography basics is the key to taking control of your camera and knowing you got the shot when you were taking it. If you would like to take your skill level from shooting in Auto to having full control over your camera, this intensive class is for you! A step-by-step PowerPoint presentation helps teach the basic principles of photography including: camera options and set-up, peripheral equipment, image exposure and histograms, and will touch on shooting for HDR and working with motion, depth of field, and composition. The class is paced to allow time for questions and interaction, with about half of the day in the classroom experimenting with the cameras, and the other half spent in the field, practicing camera techniques and shooting options. A comprehensive handout will include all the major points covered in the presentation. While the class instruction is mostly landscape based, these techniques and principles can be applied to all photographic situations.
Dates/Times
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 – 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Instructor: Carl Heilman II
Member Tuition: $210.00
Non-Member Tuition: $220.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Class is for the beginner to advanced beginner level. Equipment requirements include a DSLR and lens system/OR full featured point and shoot camera (preferably with screw-on filter and tripod capability), a sturdy tripod and a remote release. In addition, bring along whatever variety of lenses you have plus the manual and / or reference sheet for your camera.
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Pizza Knife- May 2026
Price range: $160.00 through $180.00In this hands-on class, students will craft a 12" dual-handled pizza knife designed for precision and durability. Students will start by firing up their coal forge, and then shape their blade from a single piece of mild steel. Once forged, the blade will be hardened using a super quench process to ensure lasting strength. Students will grind their knives to a razor-sharp edge, ideal for slicing pizza with a smooth rocking motion. Inspired by the traditional Eskimo Ulu knife, this versatile tool also lends itself to tasks such as fleshing animal hides, making it both functional and historically rooted.
Dates/Times
- Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Arnie Barsky
Member Tuition: $135.00
Non-Member Tuition: $155.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: Hard shoes and long pants are required for student's safety.
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Pizza Making & Beer Brewing- June 2026
Price range: $200.00 through $225.00Come learn the fundamentals of working with an open-air wood-fired oven as well as fermentation, while making your own pizza and brewing your own beer. All pizza oven tools and ingredients will be provided. Beer kits will include everything needed to make and take home your own one-gallon batch of beer. Other brewing equipment will be provided.
Dates/Times
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: David Riihimaki
Member Tuition: $110.00
Non-Member Tuition: $135.00Material Fee: $90.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: You must be 21 or older to register.
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Punch Needle- April 2026
Price range: $170.00 through $195.00Welcome the flowers of spring while you learn the basics of Punch Needle hooking. You will use wool yarn to create this project. The pattern and wool are included in the materials cost. Students will have the option to purchase the punch needle after class if they wish.
Dates/Times
- Monday, April 13, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Janet Gallant
Member Tuition: $115.00
Non-Member Tuition: $140.00Material Fee: $55.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: The pattern and wool are included in the materials cost. Students will have the option to purchase the punch needle after class if they wish.
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Rainbow Bundle: Natural Dyeing- June 2026
$25.00Dye a rainbow with all-natural plant material! This workshop is a great intro to natural dyeing and participants will create a wearable rainbow with the colors of the Adirondacks. Children 8 sand up can participate with a parent, or 15 and up with parent permission.
Dates/Times
- Thursday, June 4, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Instructor: Maeve Kane
Member Tuition: $25.00
Non-Member Tuition: $25.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Relief Carved Door Toppers- June 2026
Price range: $255.00 through $305.00Carve a decorative door topper for your interior or exterior door. Learn to design, lay out, and carve, a scenic design or welcome sign for the top of your door.
Dates/Times
- Thursday, June 25, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Friday, June 26, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Instructor: Jim Schreiner
Member Tuition: $230.00
Non-Member Tuition: $280.00Material Fee: $25.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
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Rigid Heddle Weaving from the Start- September 2026
Price range: $185.00 through $225.00In this extended class you will learn to warp the rigid heddle loom. On the second day you will complete your scarf and the instructor will demonstrate several techniques that expand the design capacity on this basic loom. You will complete a 54" scarf with fringe. For this class you will use two skeins of knitting yarn. Sport or DK will give you a warp scarf. A fingering weight could work and will yield a softer, light weight scarf. You will need two skeins of yarn with a minimum of 220 yards on each. If you would like the instructor to provide materials, please let us know at the time of registration fand a materials fee will be added to y our registration.
Dates/Times
- Monday, September 21, 2026 – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, September 22, 2026 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Instructor: Janet Gallant
Member Tuition: $185.00
Non-Member Tuition: $225.00Material Fee: $0.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: AFS, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY
Special Notes: For this class you will use two skeins of knitting yarn. Sport or DK will give you a warp scarf. A fingering weight could work and will yield a softer, light weight scarf. You will need two skeins of yarn with a minimum of 220 yards on each. If you would like the instructor to provide materials, please let us know at the time of registration fand a materials fee will be added to y our registration.
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Rings with Sterling Silver Metal Clay- August 2026
Price range: $227.00 through $247.00Sterling alloys in clay form are stronger than pure silver and easy to work with making it ideal for ring making. It is possible to either purchase a .950 sterling clay or make a .960 clay (a 50/50 combination of pure silver clay and .925 sterling clay). The emphasis in this class will be on making rings, but you are also welcome to use some of your clay to make other items as well.
Dates/Times
- Thursday, August 27, 2026 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Miller
Member Tuition: $135.00
Non-Member Tuition: $155.00Material Fee: $92.00 Included in fee shown on checkout page
Location: 1476 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845, Alfred Z. Solomon Lake George Annex, located on Rt. 9 in the Log Jam Outlets immediately behind the Log Jam Restaurant
Special Notes: Metal Clay experience is strongly encouraged for this course.