Senior Enrichment Activities
Space is limited for these special events. If you would like to sign up for any of these activities, contact FCEC Enrichment Director Lynn at 231-347-3211 ext. 119 or [email protected]
Creative Card Making
Chris is bringing this popular card-stamping event back to Friendship Centers. Two options are available to take this Creative Card-Making Class. Choose from Tuesday, March 7 at the Huber Senior Center in Brutus or Thursday, March 9 at the Petoskey Friendship Center. Times are from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. for either location.
* The same cards will be created at both locations.
* All supplies are provided.
* No experience is necessary.
* Cost: $10 payable at the event, to make five everyday occasions cards.
Chris will provide all the support and inspiration needed to craft these beautiful cards. There are plenty of options for individual creativity, and these handmade cards will be cherished by the recipients. Come and enjoy creating together!
Registration is required. Contact the Enrichment Director at [email protected] or 231-347-3211 ext. 119.

Crochet Class
Crochet Class
Thursdays 1:00 pm—2:00 pm beginning Thursday, March 9 at the Petoskey Friendship Center
No experience is necessary. Sharon will show you how to get started with this creative craft. Experienced folks are welcome to bring their own project to work on. No registration is required. Come join the camaraderie and learn something new!
Please bring the following supplies:
Size G crochet hook
One skein of yarn
Scissors

Photography Class and Adventure
Take beautiful nature photos in this two-part series. On Wednesday, March 15, Sarah Mayhew, Director of Education for Little Traverse Conservancy, will come to the Petoskey Friendship Center to introduce us to the cameras they will be providing. We will learn the best ways to use these cameras. Then on Thursday, March 16, we will meet at McCune Nature Preserve to put our new skills to use, capturing the scenic beauty of this preserve.
Directions to McCune: From Petoskey, take Mitchell Road east 6.25 miles to Berger Road, Turn right and go 0.7 miles to parking on the left.
If you would like to join in this adventure, contact the Enrichment Director at [email protected] or 231-347-3211 ext. 119.

Suncatcher Bead Craft
Come join the fun and create a beautiful suncatcher. All materials will be supplied and Friendship Center employees will lead the activity.
Choose from Tuesday, March 21 at the Petoskey Friendship Center or Monday, April 17 at the Huber Senior Center. The activity begins at 1:00 p.m. at both locations.
To register contact the Enrichment Director at 231-347-3211 ext. 119 or [email protected]
Sit & Paint with Christine
Christine Nola, a local artist from Cheboygan, teaches paint classes around northern Michigan. She will lead us step-by-step to create the tulip painting, which reflects her love of nature.
This event is held at the Huber Senior Center on Tuesday, April 11 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is open to all seniors, regardless of painting experience. The cost is $15.00 per person, to be paid at the event. All materials will be provided and you will depart with a finished painting!
To register for this event, contact the Enrichment Director at 231-347-3211 ext. 119 or [email protected]

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