Adult Programs
To register for CSU Extension classes call (303)582-9106.
Pottery
Wednesday Mornings: 9:30am-12:00pm, 8 Week Session: 1/22 - 3/11
OR
Saturday Mornings: 9:30am-12:00pm, 8 Week Session: 1/18 - 3/7
Bowls
The traditional round bowl is probably the most useful of any of the many pottery forms. And, potentially, the most beautiful. Without decoration, the graceful curves of the bowl can often stand alone. With decoration, the bowl offers many possibilities with both the interior and the outside. The use of metallic oxides and stains will be explored, as well as wax resist and slip.
We will throw bowls with particular attention to the form and how that relates to its surface treatment. We will practice “throwing off the hump”, and try various ways of trimming to complete the piece. Hand built bowls will be made, as well, with emphasis on texturing the surface and creating a hand built foot.
As usual, we will look at bowls made by other potters, some famous, and some like the rest of us, who are still trying to get it just right.
Experience in working with clay is helpful, but we can accommodate all levels.
Wednesday Mornings: 9:30am-12:00pm, 8 Week Session: 4/1- 5/20
OR
Saturday Mornings: 9:30am-12:00pm, 8 Week Session: 3/28 - 5/16
Instructor: Steve Briggs
Session Fee: Resident: $120 Non-Resident: $140 (includes: class instruction, glazes, firings, extra studio time)
New Clay Fee: $12.50/25lb (fire clay, lower-fire red clay, and white stoneware)
Recycled Clay Fee: $.30/lb
Session 1- January 9, 16, 23 and 30: Throwing Intensive Cylinders
Learn how to throw on the potters wheel (or better your throwing skills) with the first basic shape, the cylinder. The cylinder is the base shape for: Cups & mugs, vases & pitchers, bottles & canisters- First you start with a cylinder - and then you can take anywhere you want. All levels welcome
Open Studio Time: 1/31-2/19
Session 2- February 20, 27, March 5, & 12: Intensive Surface Decoration
Learn surface decoration techniques for clay: underglaze, colored slips, stains and of course, Glaze! Learn to push the surfaces of your pieces to farthest parts of your style and imagination. Please bring 2 un-fired (greenware) pieces to the first class.
Open Studio Time: 3/13-4/1
Session 3- April 2, 9, 16, 23: Throwing Intensive Bowls and Plates
Learn how to throw bowls and plates on the wheel. We will play with small sizes and move our way up to larger sized pieces. Create the perfect bowl for dip, oatmeal ice-cream - or the perfect large centerpiece for fruit, pasta, or salad. Make a small plate for appetizers, or your favorite dinner plate - create a platter to serve your favorite dishes. (Yes this class is all about food presentation and making things to eat off of) All levels welcome
Open Studio Time: 4/24-5/6
Instructor: Gabrielle Gewirtz
Each Session Fee: Resident: $75, Non-Resident: $87.50 (includes: class instruction, glazes, firings, extra studio time)
Clay Fees: New clay: $12.50/25lbs (fire clay, lower-fire red clay, and white stoneware)
Recycled clay: $.30/lb
Independent
Study/Open Lab
A few spaces for Independent Study/Open Lab are available with the Clay Studio. They are offered to students with a high degree of ceramic knowledge and skill, who are able to work independently while using the facilities of the Clay Studio.
Produced work will typically be fired along with regular class firings. Exceptions are unusually large or numerous pieces, in which case a firing fee will be accessed.
These positions are not open to production potters. Emphasis in the Clay Studio is on learning and exploration.
Before working in the Clay Studio, all students must sign in at the Front Desk.
Enrollment for Independent Study coincides with registration and duration of the regular eight-week classes.
Fee: Resident: $120, Non-Resident: $140
Studio glazes and glaze materials are included in fee. Clay is extra. Packaged clay is sold through the Studio in both a white stoneware and a fireclay at $12.50/25lb. A recycled clay is also available at $.30/lb. Participants must use only clay purchased through the GCPR.
Dog Training
Dogs and their owners will learn and practice basic commands
including sit, stay, heel, come, down, tricks, canine health, owner
responsibility, dealing with bad habits and socialization.
We will be focusing on manners, socialization & general obedience with agility. Introduction & use of clickers.
Day: Thursdays
Time: 6:30pm-8:00 pm
Dates: None at this Time
Fee: Resident $60, Non-Resident $75
Location: Indoor Arena
Instructor: Casey Newman
Stitchers-Get-Together
Dates: Every first and third Thursday of the month
Time: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Cost: Drop-in fee to the Rec
ALL Stitchers wanted: sew, quilt, needlework, knit, crochet.... beginners welcome! Looking for Stitchers interested in getting together twice a month to finish those UFO's, learn something new, share your knowledge, get to know other stitchers. Bring your projects and show'n'tells!
CSU Extension Classes and Events
Call (303)582-9106 to register.
If you have property in Gilpin County, and have any of the following noxious weeds: musk, Canada, scotch or bull thistles, oxeye daisy, scentless chamomile, mullein, Chinese clematis, orange hawkweed, leafy spurge, wild caraway, and spotted or diffuse knapweeds, you can use our free weed-spray checkout program. If you don’t know how to recognize these weeds, take the class (above). The herbicide is low-toxicity, and you don’t need to use very much for it to be effective. We take a $100 fully-refundable deposit, and teach you how to use the herbicide and the sprayer (both included). You have three business days to work on your project. Call to reserve your best time in advance – 303-582-9106.
Save Some Money
Check out our Home Energy Audit Loan Kit for FREE to help you figure out ways that you can save energy and money in your home. Kit features a kilowatt meter, an air leak detector (infrared thermometer) and thermometers for your freezer and hot water heater to make sure they're at the most efficient settings.
Improve My Home Forest Quality
Reforest, plant for wildlife, diversify or plant a windbreak with low cost seedling trees. http://www.extension.colostate.edu/gilpin/hort/tree.shtml . Some species have already sold out, call for availability and for advice on what to plant.