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SUMMARY:Pick Your Own Herbal Bouquet 2
DESCRIPTION:Come make beautiful herbal bouquets in our Herb Garden. Hand pick and clip your own herbs under staff guidance and fill up the provided mason jar (while supplies last). \nEach herb in the garden is labelled and specifies what the Shakers would have used the herb for. \nCome anytime between 10am – 3:30pm. \nPlease reserve your tickets on Eventbrite! \nIf you’d like to pay cash\, please call 518-456-7890\, x3 or email community@shakerheritage.org to reserve your spot.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/pick-your-own-herbal-bouquet-2/
CATEGORIES:Garden
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SUMMARY:Turkey Wing Kitchen Set Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join local broom maker Robin Ziegler in this 3-piece broom making workshop! \n\n\n\n\nIn this workshop you will use traditional broom-making techniques to make a three-piece kitchen set: a Turkey Wing Whisk Broom\, a Pot Scrubber\, and a Cake Tester. All of the items will be made with all-natural broom corn\, your choice of string and either a piece of broom corn seed\, or a piece of red dyed broom corn for decoration to weave into the broom. By making three items\, you will learn to start a broom three times so that you have the knowledge and practice to try it on your own! \nThe Turkey Wing Whisk Broom dates back well over 200 years when all you had were grasses\, twigs and string to fasten a broom together. This broom will use a low-sugar content of sorghum for broom making and a variety of strong nylon string. Your Turkey Wing broom will be great for cleaning car mats\, small rugs\, craft tables\, work benches and more. They are very functional\, make wonderful gifts and are lovely to display. \nThe pot or veggie scrubber can be used to clean stubborn pots OR dirty vegetables. The cake tester is an old-fashioned utensil with straws that you break off and insert into your cake to check for doneness. If it comes out clean\, it’s ready to eat! \nTickets available online at Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/turkey-wing-kitchen-set-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Short Handle Hearth Broom Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join local broom maker Robin Ziegler for this broom making workshop\, where you learn to make short-handled hearth broom! \n\n\n\n\nThis delightful wooden handled broom is a fun mid-size broom that has multiple uses. You will make a short handled broom with a finished smooth wooden handle and all natural broom corn. You will have your color choice of nylon string and a small bunch of either black or red broom corn to add a splash of color or mix into your broom. \nIn this workshop you will learn how to hand tie your broom to the handle\, then how to sew the broom together. This broom is a very handy size for sweeping front porches and staircases and cleaning around furniture and hearths. Children love them\, too. You can even decorate your front door with it for special occasions or simply display by your hearth. \nTickets available on Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/short-handle-hearth-broom-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:3D Origami Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our 3D Origami Workshop taught by the talented origami artist Itoko Kobayashi! Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of creating stunning origami masterpieces in 3D. This hands-on workshop will guide you through the process step by step\, so whether you’re a beginner or have some experience\, you’re sure to have a blast. You will create one piece\, past classes have made insects\, flowers\, and fish. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the world of 3D origami! \n\n\nTickets available on Eventbrite.com! \nPlease Note: This class is family friendly! However\, all parties must purchase a ticket to participate in the workshop.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/3d-origami-workshop-2/
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SUMMARY:What Blooms in the Moonlight: Live Art Performance & Ecstatic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we continue to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Ann Lee’s arrival to our site in the spring of 1776\, and her message of love\, with an immersive evening of intuitive\, improvisational music\, inspired live art\, and ecstatic dance; a nod to some of the experiences of early Shaker life and worship. The evening begins with a meditative live painting and sound performance that explores themes of ephemerality and impermanence. Then\, the audience is invited to join the performers in a participatory guided ecstatic dance. No experience is needed. This is an invitation to foster love for oneself and the community through self-expression and connection. Light refreshments will be provided. Suggested $10 donation. \nReserve your spot today at Eventbrite! Walk ins are welcome! \nFeaturing: \nLive Painting\, Music & Sound Performance by Kim and Brendan Tateo @lookalittlecloser \nEcstatic Dance led by Nicole Romanelli of Moving Peace @movingpeace \n  \nDate: Saturday\, August 15 \nTime: 6:30-9 pm \nLocation: Shaker Heritage Society\, 25 Meeting House Road \n  \nSchedule: \n* Doors open at 6:30 p.m. \n* Explore Shaker grounds – 6:30-7:30 pm \n* Live painting & performance begins at 7:30 p.m. \n* Guided ecstatic dance begins at 8:00 p.m. \n  \nLight refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/what-blooms-in-the-moonlight-live-art-performance-ecstatic-dance/
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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SUMMARY:Shaker Box Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Chuck Thorne\, featured in Fine Woodworking Magazine in a 2-day woodworking class resulting in your very own stack of oval Shaker boxes. \n\n\n\n\nThis hands-on workshop offers an opportunity to learn the techniques behind these iconic oval boxes\, renowned for their minimalist elegance\, functional simplicity\, and exceptional durability. This workshop is 2 days. August 29th & 30th\, 10am – 4pm. You must attend both classes to complete your boxes. \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n● A Journey into Shaker History: Begin with an introduction to the Shaker communities\, their philosophy of “beauty in utility” and the historical context that gave rise to their distinctive furniture and household items\, including the beloved Shaker box. \n● Mastering Traditional Techniques: You’ll learn the authentic methods used to create Shaker boxes. This includes: \nWood Preparation: Selecting and preparing the thin strips of hardwood (often maple or cherry) that form the sides of the box. \nBending and Shaping: Utilizing steam and specialized forms to achieve the characteristic oval shape of the box and its lid. \nSwallowtail Finger Joints: Precisely cutting and fitting the iconic “swallowtail” or “fingers” that secure the bent wood\, a hallmark of Shaker craftsmanship. \nCoppering: Attaching the lid and securing the joints with traditional copper tacks\, adding both strength and aesthetic appeal. \nFinishing: Discussion of various finishing options. \n● Your Own Handcrafted Keepsake: By the end of the class\, you will have constructed your very own authentic Shaker boxes\, a testament to your newfound skills and a beautiful\, functional piece to cherish for years to come. You’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the meticulous detail and thoughtful design that went into every Shaker creation. \nNo prior woodworking experience is necessary\, Familiarity with basic hand tools is helpful\, but not necessary. All tools and materials will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn! \nJoin us and discover the timeless art of Shaker box making – a craft that embodies beauty\, utility\, and enduring tradition. \nTickets available at Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-box-workshop-2/
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SUMMARY:Pressed Flowers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get creative and make a beautiful keepsake using pressed flowers in this hands-on workshop. \n\n\n\n\nShaker Heritage Society is thrilled to be teaming up with Darcy Leigh of The Creative Jam. Create a stunning botanical keepsake in this hands-on Pressed Flower Workshop! You’ll design an 8×8″ double-sided floating glass frame\, beautifully showcasing pressed flowers and foliage. Choose to create a minimalist floating floral arrangement or add a background for a layered\, artistic touch. \nAll materials\, including a variety of pressed flowers\, decorative papers\, and an 8×8″ double glass frame\, will be provided. Whether you’re drawn to a delicate\, airy look or a vibrant\, framed composition\, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind nature-inspired piece to display in your home or gift to a loved one. \nNo prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and love for botanicals! \nTickets available online at Eventbrite.com! \nMore about the instructor: \nDarcy Leigh is the owner of the Creative Jam\, a vibrant creative space in Lake George\, NY. Like many artists\, Darcy explores a wide array of creative disciplines\, including drawing\, painting\, woodworking\, paper crafting\, photography\, multimedia\, upcycling\, improvisational theater and fiction writing. Her major artistic endeavor\, however\, is the Creative Jam itself\, which showcases her passion for fostering creativity. At the Creative Jam\, Darcy is building a community filled with people who share an interest in many types of creativity. She offers classes\, retreats\, and events that are filled with fun and like-minded individuals. Darcy also finds joy in harvesting leaves and blooms from her garden and the surrounding forest\, transforming them into beautiful works of art. Her innovative spirit and love for diverse creative efforts shine through everything she does.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/pressed-flowers-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Ecstatic Movement Class - Rescheduled Date
DESCRIPTION:Join Shaker Heritage for this beginner friendly ecstatic movement class to celebrate the Shakers 250th! \n\n\n\n\nWhen the Ann Lee and Shakers arrived here 250 years ago\, they engaged in intuitive ecstatic dance and sang wordless songs\, which were purportedly heard from miles around; these practices were healing and were central to early Shaker life and worship.  Help us celebrate early Shaker life here\, and this incredible anniversary embodying Shaker history through a participatory ecstatic dance workshop led by Antoinette Simms. \nTickets available online at Eventbrite.com! \nAbout the instructor: \nAntoinette has been dancing and teaching yoga for over twenty years. She is a certified Journey Dance instructor and has taught at many facilities throughout the Berkshires including Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health and Canyon Ranch in Lenox; and Simon’s Rock in Great Barrington.  She is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and  was asked to serve as on-tour personal trainer\, nutritional counselor\, and personal chef for 50 Cent and several other artists.  Antoinette’s classes will inspire you to believe in your power to heal yourself through love\, laughter\, compassion\, and courage.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/ecstatic-movement-class/
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SUMMARY:2026 Harvest Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to welcoming you to the Shaker Heritage Society for our 2026 Harvest Craft Fair! \nSeptember 12\, 10:00 am to 4:00pm \nSeptember 13\, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm\n \nBring your family for a fun filled weekend featuring a petting zoo\, sheep shearing\, hands on activities\, demonstrations\, live music\, delicious food\, and over 75 vendors! \n\nADMISSION – Suggested donation of $5. \nThank you for your support of Shaker Heritage Society and our Vendor Community!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/2026-harvest-craft-fair/
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SUMMARY:Kintsugi Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Break and paint your own bowl with gold using the ancient Japanese technique of Kintsugi. \n\n\n\n\nKintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery. If a bowl is broken\, rather than discarding the pieces\, the fragments are put back and the cracks are adorned with gold. There are no attempts to hide the damage\, instead\, it is highlighted. The practice has come to represent the idea that beauty can be found in imperfection. The breakage is an opportunity and applying this kind of thinking to instances of failure in our own lives can be helpful. \nJoin Shaker Heritage Society and hvkintsugi in this crowd favorite! This is our last Kintsugi workshop of 2026! This workshop will be led by local Art Therapist Tara DeLuca. \nDuring the workshop you will connect with your bowl\, break it\, confront the damage and take ownership of the pieces that remain by glueing them back together. \nThe bowl will be changed forever\, just as each person is through their own personal experiences. \nThis is a calming\, shared experience. It is an excellent way to participate in self care. \n“Instead of masking the flaws\, a Japanese way of seeing things is that by highlighting the cracks\, the piece becomes stronger\, more beautiful\, and easier to use.” \nAll materials are included! \nYou may bring one piece of broken pottery to use in the workshop\, but we ask that you participate in the breaking and painting of the supplied bowl. \nRegister online at Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/kintsugi-workshop-7/
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art with Colored Pencils: Tansy
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to bring tansy to life with colored pencils in this chill\, hands-on botanical art session. \n\n\n\n\nTansy is a perennial plant that has yellow/gold button flowers with fern-like leaves. It is said to mean “immortality and resistance”. The Shakers used the perennial Tansy as an insect repellent and for natural medicine. \nIn this 2 1/2-hour class students will learn the history and process of Botanical Drawing. It begins with gradual toning of simple geometric shapes that will turn into all the forms in nature. This process will make your piece three dimensional and pop off the page. We will begin our forms by layering neutral tones and putting on top color with colored pencils. By the end of class participants will have created their very own Tansy. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite.com!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/botanical-art-with-colored-pencils-tansy/
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SUMMARY:Dot Mandala Bookmark Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get creative with colorful dots and make your own unique mandala bookmark in this fun workshop! \n\n\n\n\nUsing the simple techniques taught in this class\, students will hand-paint a piece of functional art. These wooden bookmarks are a beautiful way to save your spot in your next read. They make a great gift\, too! All supplies are included and no painting experience is necessary! \nStudents will need to return one week later to pick up varnished bookmark. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite.com!
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