Name: Smuttynose Group
Grades:  6th (born 2004) to 8th
Meets at: Brookfield
Leaders: Christine Gallagher
and Toby (Tie Dye) Dills

Name: Appledore Group
Grades:  9th through 12th
Meets at: Marshman
Leaders: Ken Keech
and Hillary Mehnert

WORKSHOPS
Week long classes offered daily

The theme of this year's Book Club on Island Time will be "What it Means To Be Human".

 
    We'll read essays and stories that examine our animality, our intellect, our emotions, and our spirituality, inspired by the the promise of this year's conference to explore "how we have developed as human beings and what that means for the world around us and our future."
        Each day we'll read and discuss one or two notable examples of magazine writing. We'll talk about the pieces themselves and the journalists who wrote them. We'll consider questions of craft, execution and meaning. I'll provide daily, manageable assignments designed for the reading habits of vacationing porch-rockers and rock-sitters. Participants are under no obligation to commit to perfect attendance but instead should feel free to peruse the assignments and join us for the topics that interest them.
     Hard copies of all the assignments will be available on island, but I encourage those who have them to bring e-readers. Once the reading list is ready, I'm happy to share it in digital form with those who email me at davidwhitford@gmail.com, subject: LOAS 2016 reading list.

Basket Weaving Workshop
with Patti Emmons

Join us for an exciting and fun-filled workshop on basketry. Once you get the knack for basket weaving, it will be an excellent companion to porch rocking. In this workshop we will learn about the different types of baskets and why they were typically made.

We will be making two types of baskets during the week. The first will be a square napkin basket where you will learn the terminology for basketry and the core basics of weaving a basket. This will take about two days. The second basket we will make will be the round Brandywine basket, which will take up the remainder of the week.

You will be able to personalize your basket by either the size you make your basket and/or what color accent weavers you decide to use. Accent colors to choose from will be navy blue, hunter green, red, rust or smoke. There will be a minimal fee for each basket kit to cover the cost of materials. If you choose to participate in this workshop, you will need to bring the following items with you: 

1. An old towel

2. A pair of scissors for cutting the reed

3. Either a small knitting needle or an awl to assist getting the weaving reeds through tight spaces

4. A small tape measure

5. About a dozen wooden clothes pins

In concert with this year’s theme, we will discuss the “human” relationship with money management and explore paths toward financial wellness.  Each day’s conversation will cover the very basics of financial planning, investing, asset allocation and the effect of our emotions (human nature) on our decision making.  We will dedicate at least one of these sessions toward “Investing with Impact” and ways in which you can be socially & environmentally responsible while investing.  All levels of investment experience are welcome!

This week’s music theme is folk music in the United States. We’ll learn some new songs and explore the evolution and history of some familiar songs. We’ll sing ballads, spiritual songs, rounds, Appalachian, and so much more! Don’t forget to bring your instruments! I’ll have chord charts and printed music when I can. If you’re a dulcimer player, let me know and I’ll even bring along some dulcimer tab. I’m looking forward to singing, harmonizing, and playing with you! If you have it, be sure to bring along your copy of “Rise Up Singing”, the folk musician’s bible.

Rob Brereton has been teaching dulcimer and folk music at music festivals and colleges across the country for over 25 years. He also teaches music at Cold Spring School in New Haven, CT and directs several choirs in two churches. You can hear some of his playing by searching iTunes or CDbaby.com. Contact me at rob@robertbrereton.com

Art Barn
with Jacquie Lotz

Capturing Wonder with Watercolors

Workshop Description

Composition, capturing the intangible essence of light, sky, and water, creating and mastering colors, learning to see all of these can be used to evoke the beauty and spirit of Star Island. Join our watercolor workshop to be inspired by and share your vision of the natural world, objects, and creatures (both human and wild) that make Star come alive. Artists at all levels welcome.

Jacquie has been painting and drawing since childhood. She loves the beauty of Star, gardening, and cooking. Creating seems to be her purpose. 

For this workshop, she will provide watercolor paper 300 lb (hot & cold press) and a limited supply of Winsor Newton paint and brushes. Bring your own supplies if you have them, plus a drawing board, paper towels, a container for water that won't blow away, a cushion to sit on, sun screen, a hat, and most important, your own inspiration.

YOGA
with Julie Bailis

Julie Bailis is a yoga teacher with a background in multiple styles of yoga and meditation. She teaches yoga in the New Haven area and is looking forward to leading you in various styles. Each day a different style will be offered being sure to satisfy yogis from many traditions. Beginner Yoga, Vinyasa flow, Power, Gentle, and Yin Yoga will be offered. Each class will include pranayama (breathwork), asana (poses), meditation, and svasana.

In addition to teaching yoga, Julie is owner of Reflexologist at Replenish LLC, Reflexology and Healing Arts. At her space in Hamden, she helps clients find relief from stress-related ailments through the art of Reflexology, manipulation of the hands and feet. To learn more about Julie

S T AR B U R S T S
Single, 45 Minute Mini-Workshops to fill in your days

Infinity T-shirt Scarves with Pat Dowey
     Upscale an old  t-shirt into a trendy fashion accessory with beads, finger-braiding, fringe, knotting, and other applications.
     For best results bring:  a seamless, Men's size Large (or larger), brightly colored t-shirt.  This is the opportunity you've been waiting for to re-purpose a well-loved, tye-dyed t-shirt from your LOAS 1 collection!