Alpha Romeo Tango (A.R.T.) Program 12-Week Guitar Class

Instructor: Denny Vlahos, founder Fretz4Vets

Location: Stark County VET Center, studio classroom, 4220 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton, OH 44709 - Please check in at the front desk

Fall Schedule: Thursdays 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 and 12/4

Class Time:  3:00pm-4:00pm

Class Description: This twelve-week, classroom-style course is designed for Veterans and First Responders to experience various styles of acoustic guitar music. Led by musician Denny Vlahos, the class covers the basics of blues, jazz, folk, and/or Spanish guitar. Participants are provided with guitars and practice books; however, if you have your own guitar you are welcome to bring it.  For questions or accessibility concerns, please email Denny Vlahos at  acousticfretz@gmail.com

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS UNLESS YOU ARE A VETERAN, ACTIVE DUTY  SERVICE MEMBER, OR A MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OR RESERVE.

Fun with Impasto Oil Painting | Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 pm | Tuesdays November 11, 18, 25, and December 2 

This class uses environment friendly, water-based oils and thickening gels to create atmospheric swirls, rhythmic waves, and heavily textured landscapes and surreal environments. Students new to oil painting will learn fundamental techniques including color mixing, brushwork, and layering to build depth and dimension in their artwork. All materials provided, all skill levels are welcome (no prior oil painting experience required). Bring an apron or paint shirt!

Instructor: Phoenix Keane, ages 15+, 6 seats available

Member $50 | $60

Early art-making experiences help develop self-expression, problem-solving, and social skills in young children. Multisensory play with colors and shapes, texture, balance, and scale is at the core of this child-directed exploration. Please dress for unexpected paint splatters. All materials provided.

Yoga at the Museum | 6–7 pm | Tuesday November 18

Find your flow while surrounded by art. Yoga in select Museum spaces is led by Michael Curtis, owner of The Yoga Place and Yoga Central Ohio.  Instruction includes basic yoga poses that emphasize the synergy between one’s personal energy space and the space occupied by art and ideas. Participants provide their own yoga mats. All experience levels are welcome.

Join us for a gentle and engaging program designed for caregivers and their babies (ages 0-12 months). Each class encourages sensory development through playful interactions with color, texture, light and sound, socialization games for baby friends and caregivers, and music to promote emotional expression. No art smarts needed, just curiosity. Strollers, carriers, and diaper bags are welcome. All materials provided.