Art of Colored Pencils - NB

The class will learn basic techniques of using colored pencils including shading.

Auto Body - NB * prepay

This is a hands-on class to learn minor auto damage, using power tools, body fillers, and sandpaper.

Basic Drawing - NB

This class is for first time drawing students to learn to sketch pictures for other mediums.

Basketweaving - NB

Learn different styles and techniques of weaving simple to difficult baskets. This class is multi-level.

Bridge (Intermediate Sharpening Skills) – NB *NEW

Review and extensive practice in the use of Stayman, Jacoby Transfer, weak two bids, defensive signaling, counting and improved card play.

Bluegrass Banjo - NB

This is a hands-on class in learning how to play the banjo with individual and group practice. Must know basics of banjo playing.

Bluegrass Banjo (Beginner) – NB *NEW

This is a hands-on class for the beginner in learning how to play the banjo with individual and group practice.

Cake Decorating - NB

This is a beginner’s course in cake decorating for the home. Students will be taught how to frost cakes, make borders, writing on cakes, design frosting roses, and more.

Cake Decorating – HV

This is a beginner’s course in cake decorating for the home. Students will be taught how to frost cakes, make borders, writing on cakes, design frosting roses, and more.

Civil War (History of New Bern and Surrounding Areas during Civil War) – NB * prepay

Join us at a local B&B in a study of events that happened in New Bern and surrounding areas during the Civil War.

Color Theory - NB

This is a hands-on class that will study color relationships, local and reflective colors, atmosphere color, and your personal preferences in warm and cool colors.

Cooking Class (Barbeque Breakfast) * NEW

Join us at a local B&B and work with professional chefs in learning how to prepare special meals for those special occasions.

Computer Projects using Word Processing- (cards, calendars, etc.)-NB

You will be taught how to create newsletters, flyers, brochures, programs, business cards, and more.

Creative Writing-NB

This course is designed for the aspiring writer. This class will help you learn the art of writing.

Dancing Latino -HV

Learn basic Latino style dance steps that can provide lots of funs. You will experience such dances as the cha-cha, rumba, Marengo, Samba, and more.

Dancing Swing -NB

Swing is associated with the popular dance of old time rock and roll.

Decorative Painting (Christmas in July) – NB *NEW

All day workshop in decorative painting. This Christmas project will be a Santa wooden picture frame.

Drawing/Watercolor - NB

The most important lesson is in your drawing techniques before watercolors are applied. This class will teach you basic drawing techniques to incorporate into your watercolors

Faux Painting - NB

This class is perfect for homeowners or beginners wishing to increase their understanding about designer wall finish. You will learn different techniques; get hands-on experience from a talented instructor with years of experience. Learn technique, how to choose color as well as which technique to choose for your living environment.

Floral Arranging (Silk Flowers) - NB

Learn basic flower arranging using silk flowers from an experienced floral designer.

Floral Arranging (Fresh Flowers) - HV

Learn basic flower arranging using fresh flowers from an experienced floral designer.

Floral Arranging/Oriental Style of Design - NB

Learn different design in Oriental styles such as classic, naturalistic, and abstract. Class taught by an experienced floral designer.

French - NB

This class is designed for the tourist in mind or for the person how would like to learn phrases, vocabulary, and some verbs.

German- (Conversational) - NB

This class is designed for the tourist in mind or for the person how would like to learn phrases, vocabulary, and some verbs.

Greeting Cards in Watercolor Workshop-NB *NEW

Create hand painted cards for to send to family and friends. This one-day class is for the watercolorist who would like to design their own special cards.

Golf Swing - NB

Join this hands-on class to help improve your golf swing. A professional teaches this class. Limited space.

Golf Swing (Intermediate) - NB

Join this hands-on class for the experienced golfer to help improve your golf form. A professional teaches this class. Limited space.

Golf School (Beginner) - NB *NEW

Need improvement in your golf swing and form. This is a 5-day class to help improve your golfing techniques. A professional golfer teaches this class. Limited space.

Golf School (Intermediate) - NB *NEW

Need improvement in your golf swing and form. This is a 5-day class, hands-on class for the experienced golfer to help improve your form. A professional golfer teaches this class. Limited space.

Guitar- beginning - NB

Discover the basics of playing the acoustic guitar from basic cords to understanding scales.

Hawaiian Hula Dance - HV

Learn all the secrets of the beautiful and graceful hula. You will learn basics of hula, while learning actual routines preformed in Hawaii. Limited space.

How to Write a Novel- NB

If you love to write or dream of writing, then this class is for you. This class will introduce the elements of novel writing as such topics as character, staging, scenes, and plots are covered.

Interior Design - NB

Join us at a local B&B for an overview of all aspects of interior design with principles and elements. That can be applied today’s home decorating.

Knitting - NB

You will be taught the basic of knitting. Some of the projects being made are the new trendy purses and scarves.

Knitting - HV

You will be taught the basic of knitting. Some of the projects being made are the new trendy purses and scarves

Memoir Writing and Publishing – NB *NEW

Remembering your life experiences and getting them written is the essence of this class. In this class you will write short essays based on your memories.

Motorcycle Safety - Basic Rider Course - NB

This course teaches the skills needed to operate a motorcycle in traffic and consists of classroom and riding activities.

Music Appreciation (The Romantic Period) - NB *NEW

Whether you are a casual listener or a serious student, this class will introduce you to the Romantic Period. Join us At a Local B&B to Study musicians such as: Schubert, Chopin, Debussy, Strauss and more.

Oil Painting - NB

Individual style is encouraged. Students will be taught how to handle brushes more adeptly plus incorporate composition, glazing techniques, mixing paints, and color theory.

Oil Painting - NB

Individual style is encouraged. Students will be taught how to handle brushes more adeptly plus incorporate composition, glazing techniques, mixing paints, and color theory.

Oil Painting/Acrylic - NB

Individual style is encouraged. Students will be taught how to handle brushes more adeptly plus incorporate composition, glazing techniques, mixing paints, and color theory. Use oils or acrylics.

One Stroke Decorative Painting (Advanced) - NB

Designed for the advanced decorative painter. The class will cover different strokes using practice guides, and varied projects will be completed. Must have taken beginner and intermediate classes.

One Stroke Decorative Painting – NB

Designed with the intermediate student in mind. This class will cover holiday designs use the One Stroke method.

One Stroke Decorative Painting – HV

Designed for the beginner decorative painter. The class will cover different strokes using practice guides, and varied projects will be completed.

Painted Floor Cloth - NB

The floor cloth will be painted using acrylic paints with different designs. You will learn how to prep the canvas for painting and how to complete a finished project.

Piano I (Beginning) - NB

Basic class in adult piano. This class will include technique and learning how to read notes, terms, and key signatures.

Porcelain Art Class (Beginner) - NB *NEW

Porcelain painting is one of the oldest forms of art. Beginners do not need to know how to draw! Brush strokes will be taught and all designs can be painted on a traced pattern. This class is very basic and designed for those who have never picked up a paintbrush. For those who have experienced other mediums, the instructor can accommodate a more experienced artist as well. Come experience the beautiful art of porcelain painting and create gifts and treasures for your family and friends.

Quilting (Red and Blue it is up to you) –NB *NEW

A great class offered for the beginner and experienced quilt. This is a techniques class in Red or Blue work designed to create a small family heirloom piece for a beginner or a larger piece for a more experienced quilter. In this class the student will learn simple hand embroidery techniques and observe simple machine embroidery possibilities. Also touched upon will be easy appliqué and patchwork to further enhance the finished project. Knowledge of how to operate a sewing machine is helpful.

Quilting (Finding the Quilt Designer in You) - NB *NEW

Students will create a one of a kind wall hanging. The major goal of the class is to bring each student’s personality into their quilt rather than have the student copy someone else’s work while exploring design color, texture, quilt composition with emphasis on why some things work and why some things do not.

Scrapbooking and More – NB *NEW

This class will teach you to keep your photographs in order plus help with preservation of them. You will be taught the newest scrapbooking techniques.

Sewing – Beginner - NB

Learn basic sewing from an experienced seamstress. You will be taught to sew from the beginning from the first cut of material to the finished product

Spanish 1 (Conversational) - NB

This class is designed for the tourist in mind or for the person how would like to learn phrases, vocabulary and some verbs.

Spanish (Intermediate) - NB

Students must have taken the other two levels of Spanish. This class will retain and use the Spanish language.

Summer Cards in Watercolor - NB

Create hand painted cards to send to family and friends. This one-day class is for the watercolorist who would like to design their own special cards.

Tai Chi - NB

Learn the art of circular movement with Tai Chi. You will learn 20 graceful movements that can promote relaxation and reduce stress.

Watercolor Step by Step - NB

Basic techniques in watercolor will be taught. This class is for beginner watercolorist.

Watercolor Intermediate - NB

This classis for the student that has been a watercolorist for a while. You will go more in detail with your painting while learning how-to’s.

Watercolor on Location: Landscapes – NB *NEW

This is a two-day class on location painting landscapes in downtown New Bern. Join us for a watercolor adventure.

Yoga (Stretch for Flexibility) - NB

This course teaches students how to gain more flexibility in the joints; it enables students the ability to relax more completely and affords a greater sense of wellness.