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Tie Dye Tees with Stencil Designs

Do you have an upcoming family reunion? Plan on going to watch the U.S. compete in the World Cup matches? Or just want to create a custom shirt to let everyone know what’s on your mind? Well then this is the workshop for you! Join Liz as she takes us through step by step tie dying and stencil designing your t-shirt. This workshop is free just BRING your own white 100% cotton t-shirt, long or short sleeve, tank or mid drift choice is yours! If you have a stencil in mind print out a picture before you come.

Details:

  • Free

  • Led by Liz Galatro

  • 6:30 - 9 pm

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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Learn to Sew Terry Tote Bag- Mon, June 29

Learn to sew by making a beach tote bag out of a terry cloth towel. A beginners class that will teach you the sewing basics of using a pattern to cut the towel, pinning and then stitching a garment using a sewing machine. All materials provided and you will leave class with your new terry cloth tote bag perfect for the summer!

Space is limited to 15 members.

Details:

  • 6:30-8:30

  • Workshop led by Nicole Gibson and Sandy Santangelo

  • $10

  • Difficulty 🦩🦩 (2 out of 5 flamingos is moderate beginner)

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Meditative Mixed Media Workshop

Slow down, breathe, and create. This Art Meditation Workshop invites you to explore intuitive watercolor techniques through gentle, guided prompts designed to encourage relaxation, presence, and creative flow. The emphasis is on mindful process rather than finished results, and no prior art or watercolor experience is needed.

All materials are provided, with the option to bring your own watercolor sketchbook. You’ll leave feeling calm, grounded, and creatively refreshed, with artwork that reflects your personal experience.

Space is limited to 20 members.

Details:

  • 6:30-8:30pm

  • Workshop led by Laura Hallada

  • $25

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Terrarium Building with Deeply Rooted- Mon, June 22

Join us as we learn and build terrariums. Deeply Rooted Ridgewood’s Little Plant Shop will be bringing the supplies and Master Gardner Sharon Ma will lead the workshop. Every participant will leave with their own terrarium with substrates, terrarium decor and mini plants! Your window ledge is looking bare and needs some green- come and play in the dirt with us! Oh and bonus all participants receive a $5 off coupon for Deeply Rooted Plant Shop in Ridgewood:)

Note registration will close on Wed May 20.

Details:

  • 6:30-7:30 pm

  • Workshop led by Sharon Ma

  • $30

  • Difficulty 🦩 ( out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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Summer Bright Floral Arranging- Thur, June 18

Create a beautiful floral arrangement celebrating the bright colors of summer. Come and learn the basics of creating an interesting and lovely floral arrangement that will brighten up any space. This hands-on floral design workshop introduces the fundamentals of working with fresh flowers while giving you space to explore your own creative style. Participants will create a seasonal arrangement to take home in a relaxed, supportive environment—perfect for beginners and flower lovers alike. All materials included.

Details:

  • 7-8:30 pm

  • Workshop led by Larisa Shlahet

  • $30

  • Difficulty 🦩 ( out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Buckeyes and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries-Tue, June 16

Have you ever heard of a Buckeye? (not the nut the candy) Growing up mostly in Ohio the buckeye candy was one of my favorites. I loved helping my mom dip the peanut butter balls into the melted chocolate. These candies have become a tradition in my home for every celebration and holiday. The recipe and process are simple. I always make extra chocolate to dip strawberries in- making a perfect shiny crunchy coating to this sweet treat. Come learn the technique and go home with a plate of goodies!

Details:

  • $10

  • Led by Sandy Santangelo

  • 6:30-9 pm

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

  • Class size limited to 10

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Pickling Vegetables-Mon, June 15

It’s bbq season are you ready? Crispy pickles, red onions, jalapeno’s and even baby carrots taste great on a grilled item or salad. Join us as we teach you a super easy way to pickle any of your favorite vegetables. Every participant will go home with two jars of pickled fun!

Details:

  • $10

  • Led by Nicole Gibbson and Sandy Santangelo

  • 6:30-9 pm

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

  • Class size limited to 15

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Framing and Hanging Art 101-Thur June 11

Do you have family photos or kids art work you’d like to frame? Maybe an old Duran Duran poster you’ve been wanting to show off in a shadow box with your ticket stub? Do you have art work sitting against your walls that you’d like to hang? Do you know what a stud finder is? (hint: it’s not used to find attractive men) If you have answered “YES” to any of the above questions then you need to attend this workshop. We will go through the basics of framing a photo or piece of art- with and without a mat. Then we will talk about height and placement on a wall, gallery walls best practices and how to find that stud! Please bring art you have questions about framing so group can help you figure it out. Please come if you have done any of this before and have good tips- all are always welcome!

Details:

  • Free

  • Led by Sandy

  • 6:30 - 9 pm

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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Alcohol Ink Art-Wed, June 10

Ever wonder what happens when you mix alcohol ink and fire? You get an amazing piece of artwork! Larisa will guide us through this exciting process that will result in gallery worthy art. FLOC will provide all the supplies, you just show up and be amazed. Every member will leave with a framed piece of artwork ready to be hung.

Don’t worry this process is safe and will be done outside.

Details:

  • 7-8:30pm

  • Workshop led by Larisa Shlahet

  • $10

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Beginner Friendly Watercolor-Monday June 8

This beginner-friendly watercolor workshop is a gentle introduction to painting, with a focus on simple florals and botanicals. We’ll start with a few basics—how to use the brush, mix color, and work with the way watercolor naturally moves—then spend time painting together.

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June 2026 Sandra . June 2026 Sandra .

Painting Furniture 101-June 4

Have a great chair that’s only problem is it’s dated oak stain? Join us to learn how you can make it a show stopper with some stain blocker and a simple coat of paint. In this workshop we will go over how to get a piece “paint ready”, which may include applying wood putty, sanding or scraping old paint and applying a pre painting prep. Please bring in your small pieces to the workshop and we can help you get started.

Details:

  • Free

  • Led by Sandy

  • 6:30 - 9 pm

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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Mahjong Social Play-Wed June 3

Sign up to reserve your spot in our Mahjong open play. Even if you’re just a beginner, improve your skills by playing with your fellow members.

7-9pm

Difficulty level out of 5 flamingos is 🦩🦩

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February 2026, May 2026 Sandra . February 2026, May 2026 Sandra .

Leaf Printing on Tea Towels-Thur May 28

This is the time of year when all of the great leaves are out on our trees and bushes. Larisa is going to show us how to take those leaves and use them to print on tea towels and shirts. Tea towels and paint provided- bring a light colored t-shirt or sweat shirt if you’d like to make a custom fit.

This gathering encourages creative play, sharing and relaxing—no rules, no pressure, just fun.

Details:

  • 6:30-8:30 pm

  • Workshop led by Larisa

  • Free

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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February 2026, May 2026 Sandra . February 2026, May 2026 Sandra .

Homemade Vanilla Extract and Herb Vinegar-SOLD OUT

Tired of paying a ton for vanilla extract and also want to give your friends and family something truly special for the holidays? Then join us in making a batch of homemade vanilla extract which needs to “brew” (sit in your cupboard) for 4 to 6 months. Come back in November with your vanilla and we will put it into individual bottles for you to give to your friends and family. Can’t wait that long to experience something delicious? Don’t worry during this work shop we will also be making herb-infused vinegar. You’ll be given a variety of herbs to customize your vinegar such as, tarragon, dill, thyme, basil, rosemary. Want to spice things up add garlic or jalapeno!

Details:

  • $10

  • Led by Aggie Cahill and Karen Bohn

  • 6:30-9 pm

  • Difficulty 🦩 (1 out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

  • Class size limited to 15

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February 2026, May 2026 Sandra . February 2026, May 2026 Sandra .

Terrarium Building with Deeply Rooted- POSTPONED to JUNE

Join us as we learn and build terrariums. Deeply Rooted Ridgewood’s Little Plant Shop will be bringing the supplies and Master Gardner Sharon Ma will lead the workshop. Every participant will leave with their own terrarium with substrates, terrarium decor and mini plants! Your window ledge is looking bare and needs some green- come and play in the dirt with us! Oh and bonus all participants receive a $5 off coupon for Deeply Rooted Plant Shop in Ridgewood:)

Note registration will close on Wed May 20.

Details:

  • 6:30-7:30 pm

  • Workshop led by Sharon Ma

  • $30

  • Difficulty 🦩 ( out of 5 flamingos is beginner)

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February 2026, May 2026 Sandra . February 2026, May 2026 Sandra .

Breathe + Reset: An Evening of Breath Work and Meditation- Wed, May 20

Most of us live in a low-grade state of stress. We move fast, think constantly, and rarely pause long enough to actually feel what’s happening in our bodies. Breathwork and Meditation are simple, powerful ways to reset your nervous system. It brings you out of your head and back into your body. Join us as Colleen Inzerillo, a highly experienced Somatic Breathwork Coach leads us through this practice.

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