Sunday, November 10, 4-6pm

(Virtual session on Zoom)

While this workshop is free, advance registration is required.

This session, designed with the Teaching Artist in mind, will prepare Teaching Artists to work in early childhood classrooms, home daycares, and the like. Topics will include early childhood development, appropriate expectations for young children, planning for safe, fun, and engaging experiences for young learners, and collaborating with early childhood educators.

Learning Objectives:
● Teaching Artists will explore developmentally appropriate expectations for young learners
● Teaching Artists will learn tips and tricks for managing materials, spaces and activities in the early childhood setting
● Teaching Artists will have a chance to practice applying new knowledge and skills to their practice by developing lesson plans and/or curriculum for the ECE setting

Alexandra Turner, M.Ed. (she/her) is a teaching artist, professional development instructor, program director, and pre-doctoral fellow and Project RESILIENCY Scholar in Special Education: Social Emotional Behavioral Health and Inclusive Education, at the University of Vermont. Alexandra works with all ages in a variety of settings including public and private schools, preschools, galleries and community programs. In addition to residencies and workshops for students and community members, Alexandra works with statewide organizations to develop and lead professional development workshops for teachers, Teaching Artists, after-school and early-childhood professionals. Alexandra was an early childhood classroom teacher for over 5 years in Burlington, Vermont. She brings over ten years of experience in teaching artistry in the early childhood setting, as well as across the lifespan. Alexandra holds a BA in Studio Arts and an M.Ed. in Arts in Education.

Saturday, November 23, 2024, 1-5pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Instructor: Penny Hewitt

Enjoy the simple pleasure of creating a decoration or gift from materials responsibly harvested in Vermont. Utilizing techniques common to the Scandinavian and Russian styles of basketry, you will craft birds and stars using strips of inner bark from the paper birch, and also learn how these materials are harvested and prepared. Penny Hewitt’s workshops sell out quickly, so register early!

Workshop fee: $75 (10% discount for Catamount Arts members.) In addition, please bring a $30 materials fee, in cash or a check payable to the instructor, Penny Hewitt. Scholarship funds are available for high school students; please call Anne at 802-748-2600 ext. 109 for details.

Registration deadline: November 16 

A craftsperson, teacher, homesteader, and homeschooling mom, Penny Hewitt lives with her family on a diversified farm in the Northeast Kingdom. Working with responsibly harvested and hand-processed materials from the forest surrounding her home, Penny seeks to create objects of beauty that are useful in everyday life. She is inspired by traditions of other cultures, and grateful for the opportunities of connection to people, place, nature, and self that her craft cultivates. Her experience with weaving includes teaching workshops, leading homeschool groups, and crafting for income.

Saturday, November 23, 2024, 1-5pm

Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury

Instructor: Penny Hewitt 

Enjoy the simple pleasure of creating a decoration or gift from materials responsibly harvested in Vermont. Utilizing techniques common to the Scandinavian and Russian styles of basketry, you will craft birds and stars using strips of inner bark from the paper birch, and also learn how these materials are harvested and prepared. Penny Hewitt’s workshops sell out quickly, so register early! 

Workshop fee: $67.50 (10% discount for Catamount Arts members.) In addition, please bring a $30 materials fee, in cash or a check payable to the instructor, Penny Hewitt. Scholarship funds are available for high school students; please call Anne at 802-748-2600 ext. 109 for details.

Registration deadline: November 16

A craftsperson, teacher, homesteader, and homeschooling mom, Penny Hewitt lives with her family on a diversified farm in the Northeast Kingdom. Working with responsibly harvested and hand-processed materials from the forest surrounding her home, Penny seeks to create objects of beauty that are useful in everyday life. She is inspired by traditions of other cultures, and grateful for the opportunities of connection to people, place, nature, and self that her craft cultivates. Her experience with weaving includes teaching workshops, leading homeschool groups, and crafting for income.

Presented by Daimh in partnership with Catamount Arts and Lake Morey Resort.

Friday, March 7 - Sunday, March 9 2025

Location:
Lake Morey Resort
82 Clubhouse Road
Fairlee, VT

Registration dates:
Sept 30th - Nov 30 (early bird pricing)
Dec 1 - Feb 1

Registration cost:
$330 Early Bird
$380 After

Do you play an instrument but lack the opportunity or confidence to play with others?
Anybody ever found joining in on a high-octane pub session an intimidating experience?
Interested in developing your existing skills and breaking through to that elusive next level?
Maybe you are more comfortable in a different style of music but would like to learn the mechanics and subtleties of a traditional session?
Have you ever wanted to learn some Gaelic songs or sing the ones you know with some accompaniment or harmonies?

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above then School of Dàimh presents the perfect opportunity to improve your session skills and repertoire with mixed instrument and singing workshops.Highland folk legends Dàimh have teamed up with Catamount Arts and Lake Morey Resort, to present a relaxed and informal atmosphere to learn, play and socialize with like-minded musicians and locals.

Workshops by day. Fast, slow and singing sessions by night. Food and accommodation available all under one roof.

All levels and instruments are welcome.

Room cost Double Occupancy:
$199-$239
For more information visit the Lake Morey Resort website.

Vendor/Tabling Fee:
$200 (includes access to sessions and concert)For more information contact Molly Stone (mstone@catamountarts.org)