Community Education Workshop Series
Community Education workshops are open to the general public regardless of educational background. These classes are self-supporting, and the fees collected from Community Education cover all instructional, administrative, and overhead cost of the program.
All ages are welcome, unless noted.
Community Education workshops do not carry credit applicable toward an Ohio University degree or transferable to other institutions. Classes are scheduled year-round.
Floral arranging? Crocheting? Macramé? Terrariums? Leather Accessories for Guys & Gals? Do any of these interest you? Are there any types of workshops you would like to see offered at OHIO Chillicothe? Please give us your feedback!
Learn to Podcast
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Class meets 9/6, 9/13, 9/20 and 9/27
6-8 pm
Join Tyler, the host of the Krypton Report Podcast as he teaches the ins and outs of Podcasting and all you need to know to get your voice heard.
Instructor: Tyler Patrick
Cost: $40
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Basics of Canning
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
6-8 pm
Class will be held at Zane Trace High School. If you have wondered about canning, and thought maybe you’d like to try it out, but didn’t know how to start, this basics workshop is for you. Canning can be a fun and economical way to make fresh foods available year-round. Here you will learn procedures that have been scientifically tested to ensure safe and high-quality canned products and optimized for prolonged storage.
Instructor: Kim Lashley
Cost: $20
Location: Zane Trace High School
Max. Enrollment: 25
Pickleball for Beginners
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Class meets 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 & 10/28
11 am-1 pm
SOLD OUT
Pickleball is a fun and growing sport that combines the elements of badminton, tennis, and ping-pong. It is played with paddles and whiffle balls and requires movements similar to tennis. The first hour of class is instructional. We will cover the basics of gameplay, rules, scoring, skill development, and strategy. The second hour of class will be open play to practice the skills discussed.
Paddles & whiffle balls will be supplied. Please wear tennis shoes.
Instructor: Jeanie Dalton
Cost: $45
Location: Cavalier Athletic Center, 1245 Western Avenue
SOLD OUT
Needle Felted Ghost
Saturday, October 14, 2023
11 am-1 pm
Join Cassandra for a Halloween-inspired fiber arts class as she guides you in making your own needled felted ghost with pumpkin to take home. Learn how to use special needles along with hand-dyed wool roving to create a spooky cute fall craft. This therapeutic activity allows you to build a one-of-a-kind fiber art piece to keep forever!
Instructor: Cassandra Sharp
Cost: $40
Location: Bennett Hall 131
SOLD OUT
Script Made Simple
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
6-8 pm
Have you ever envied those with such lovely handwriting, it looks like a font? Perhaps you simply wish your current handwriting were more aesthetic. Or, you may already have pretty penmanship but desire to ‘up your game’ so you can confidently hand-letter a custom script for gifts, events, décor, or other cherished items that can be proudly circulated and displayed.
The art of ‘modern calligraphy’ is more accessible than it looks, and I’m here to help beginners learn the simple tools, strokes, and styles that can turn handwritten words into visual art. This workshop will cover the basic tips and tricks of crafting lovely letters and words using everyday tools and techniques at your disposal – no fancy fountain pens, messy ink wells, or gothic lettering knowledge needed.
Instructor: Martha Bove
Cost: $40
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 15
Chunky Blankets for Me and You
Saturday, October 28, 2023
9 am-3 pm
Make your own 40"x40" chunky lap blanket in this one-day workshop. Choose from 4 colors: Soft Pink, Spa Blue, Spiced Persimmon, Light Gray.
Instructor: Heather Rawlins
Cost: $75
Location: Bennett Hall 110
Max. Enrollment: 20
Magazine/Toy Basket
Saturday, October 28, 2023
9 am-4 pm
Learn and practice traditional weaving techniques while creating a beautiful and functional magazine/toy basket. Choose from a variety of colors.
Instructor: Melodee Caudill
Cost: $55
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 10
Witches Night Out
Wednesday, October 25
6-8 pm
Monday, October 30, 2023 (SOLD OUT)
6-8 pm
It is believed that some techniques of modern mixology stem from the world of magic. Skeptical? This class will cover a discussion of ancient potions and medicines that may be ancestors of some of your favorite modern libations. Participants will make two cocktails and we will talk about the components and the comparison to witchcraft. Every student will also receive a gift that will help you in cocktail creating at home.
*This is not a class on witchcraft. It is the comparison of potion making and cocktail making and their parallels. There will be no actual ceremony. Must be 18 or older to register and attend.
Instructor: Tara Gillum
Cost: $45
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 25
Falling into Fall Candlemaking
Saturday, November 4, 2023
1-2:30 pm
Grab some friends and join us for a beginner-friendly autumn-themed candlemaking class! Emma Martin, owner and operator of B & E Candle Co. will be teaching how to blend the perfect autumn candle scent, some different types of candlemaking materials for the best candle-burning experience, and giving you the hands-on experience to pour your very own scented candles. We will be pouring two 8 oz amber glass candles and rolling beeswax candles. ALLERGY INFORMATION: Fragrance oils are skin-safe but may be irritating to sensitive skin. Soy wax and beeswax will be used during this class.
Instructor: Emma Martin
Cost: $40
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 20
Small Round Basket
Monday, November 6, 2023
5:30-9 pm
Learn basic basket structure along with tips on handling weaving materials as you create this beautiful basket.. Choose from a variety of colors.
Instructor: Melodee Caudill
Cost: $41
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 10
Cocktail 101: Stocking Your Home Bar
Monday, November 13, 2023
6-8 pm
Creating your own bar at home can be an exciting experience, especially if you love cocktails, and like having friends and family over all the time. With the holidays just around the corner, we want to make sure you have all the information you need to build and stock your home bar with the best spirits, mixers, bitters, syrups, and garnishes. And why not a couple of delicious cocktail recipes you can prepare for you and your guests? Must be 18 or older to register and attend.
Instructor: Tara Gillum
Cost: $45
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 25
SOLD OUT
Fall Door/Doorknob Hanger
Saturday, November 18, 2023
9 am-4pm
Learn the basics of reed weaving and leave with a charming door/doorknob hanger! Choose from a variety of colors.
Instructor: Melodee Caudill
Cost: $42
Location: Bennett Hall 131
Max. Enrollment: 10