SOU’WESTER EVENTS!

See what’s happening during your next stay or plan a visit around our free live music, workshops, wellness offerings and more!

Nov
2
Tue
After-School Workshop: FORAGED CRAFTS with Maggie Doss @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 2 @ 3:30 pm – Nov 4 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: FORAGED CRAFTS with Maggie Doss @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop we will be gathering natural materials to create nature crowns, mandalas and hanging chimes. We will focus on using our imagination and creativity to construct whimsical pieces from materials we see everyday.

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
6
Sat
Saturday Workshop: FORAGED CRAFTS with Maggie Doss @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 6 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: FORAGED CRAFTS with Maggie Doss @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop we will be gathering natural materials to create nature crowns, mandalas and hanging chimes. We will focus on using our imagination and creativity to construct whimsical pieces from materials we see everyday. Materials fee for this workshop is $10

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
9
Tue
After-School Workshop: ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN, AND BIRDHOUSE BUILDING with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 9 @ 3:30 pm – Nov 11 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN, AND BIRDHOUSE BUILDING with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

Learn about local architecture and building methods from around the world, learn to read blueprints, design your dream house, become familiar with basic hand tools, and build a unique birdhouse. Materials fee for this workshop is $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
13
Sat
Saturday Workshop: BUILDING FURNITURE WITH RECLAIMED MATERIALS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: BUILDING FURNITURE WITH RECLAIMED MATERIALS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

Use hand tools and basic power tools to build a small bench or table out of reclaimed materials. This class embraces reuse and reclamation of wooden pallets and other often discarded objects. Get creative while also practicing conservation. Perfect as an intro to woodworking for those with DIY spirit. Materials fee for this workshop is $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
16
Tue
After-School Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 16 @ 3:30 pm – Nov 18 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

DIY screen printing will offer students the skills to make their own graphic screen prints to be applied to textiles such as shirts, sweatshirts and patches. Materials fee for this workshop $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
20
Sat
Saturday Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 20 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: DIY SCREEN PRINTING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

DIY screen printing will offer students the skills to make their own graphic screen prints to be applied to textiles such as shirts, sweatshirts and patches. Materials fee for this workshop is $25

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Nov
30
Tue
After-School Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Nov 30 @ 3:30 pm – Dec 2 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop students will learn a variety of drawing techniques specifically for the application in comic book storytelling. Methods of framing, drawing techniques, material exploration and a final product short comic book will be the outcome of the class. Materials fee for this workshop is $10

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
4
Sat
Saturday Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: COMIC BOOKS AND ZINE MAKING with Kaitlyn Nelson @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop students will learn a variety of drawing techniques specifically for the application in comic book storytelling. Methods of framing, drawing techniques, material exploration and a final product short comic book will be the outcome of the class. Materials fee for this workshop is $10.

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
7
Tue
After-School Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 7 @ 3:30 pm – Dec 9 @ 5:30 pm
After-School Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop we will explore alternative processes in photography. Processes include acrylic gel medium transfers, wintergreen oil transfers, and cyanotypes / “sun prints.” We will also make our own pinhole cameras and explore methods of shooting with them. Materials fee for this workshop is $30

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Youth After-School Program Ages 7-11
  • T, W, Th 3:30-5:30 with possible transportation from LB Elementary
  • $75/week + materials fee
  • 20% off when you sign up for all After-School Workshops!
  • Sibling discount an additional 10% off.
  • *Scholarships Available
Dec
11
Sat
Saturday Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center
Dec 11 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday Workshop: ALTERNATIVE PROCESS PHOTOGRAPHY & PINHOLE CAMERAS with Rose Swartz @ Sou'Wester Arts & Ecology Center

In this workshop we will explore alternative processes in photography. Processes include acrylic gel medium transfers, wintergreen oil transfers, and cyanotypes / “sun prints.” We will also make our own pinhole cameras and explore methods of shooting with them. Materials fee for this workshop is $30

Register here then follow the link in the registration confirmation to submit payment.

  • Adult/Youth Saturday Workshop (under 12 accompanied by an adult)
  • $50 + materials fee
  • *Scholarships Available