Community Back to School Night

Get ready to raise your glass at an exclusive whiskey tasting, made possible by Ryan ‘93, Erin ‘96, Blake ‘98, Kerry ‘00, and Keeper’s Heart Whiskey! Whether you’re a whiskey aficionado or just looking to expand your taste buds, this class will take you on a flavorful journey through the world of whiskey. Learn about the Irish roots of the spirit while sipping on the Best Irish Whiskey in the World (SFWSC 2023), and then leap to American spirits while trying the first blend of traditional Irish + American spirits since Prohibition. Come for the whiskey, stay for the good times, and leave with a newfound love for Keeper’s Heart! (Capped attendance of 24)

Join Ben Hock ‘04 for a hoppin’ good time at this beer tasting session! Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just enjoy a cold one now and then, Ben will guide you through a selection of unique brews, sharing fun facts and flavor notes along the way. Sip, savor, and laugh as you discover new favorites with fellow beer lovers, this is one tasting you won’t want to miss! (Capped attendance of 20)

Discover the joy of needle felting as we guide you through the basics of shaping wool to create a unique, felted pendant. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the fundamental techniques of needle felting, a process that involves sculpting wool fibers with a barbed needle.  From shaping and blending colors to adding intricate details, you'll have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of this fiber arts practice. By the end of the class, you'll leave with a finished needle felted pendant that can be enjoyed as a necklace or keychain.

Retired Master Teacher Phil Hickey is here to tackle quirks of grammar from lie vs lay to amount vs number. In this lively and entertaining session, you’ll learn how to manage those pesky grammar gremlins that confuse many of us. And of course, no class with Mr. Hickey would be complete without his signature tangents and hilarious stories that make learning unforgettable. Whether you were once in his class or just wish to learn a bit more about our language. you will laugh, learn, and maybe even love grammar!

Get ready to unleash your inner florist with Mimi Liedtke ‘02 in this hands-on, flower-filled workshop! With only 20 spots available, you’ll enjoy a fun and intimate setting while creating stunning floral arrangements. Whether you’re a budding botanist or just love flowers, this session will have you laughing, learning, and leaving with a bouquet that’ll brighten any space!

Join Rachel Crosby ‘10 for a vibrant, fun-filled painting session where you’ll bring our beloved Eagle mascot to life on canvas! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking to try something new, Rachel will guide you through creating a colorful and dynamic portrayal of the Eagle, with plenty of laughs and creative tips along the way. Leave with your very own masterpiece, and a new appreciation for our feathered friend! (Capped attendance of 15)

 

  

Join Head of School Josh Cobb for a fun and insightful discussion of Kazuo Ishiguro’s Klara and the Sun! Explore the futuristic world through the eyes of Klara, an artificial friend, and dive into big ideas about connection, humanity, and artificial intelligence. Josh will connect the novel’s themes to Graland’s attributes of a graduate and what they might look like in the future. No need to have read the book—As many of you know, Mr. Cobb is well-versed in leading discussions, even when 9th graders “accidentally” skip their reading assignments!

For questions call Natassja Scheitler ’13 at 303.398.3623 or email nscheitler@graland.org