In Person Workshops
Check back here often for information and updates regarding our
in-person creative aging and intergenerational programs.
SilverKite Community Arts®, LLC brings in-person intergenerational arts workshops to several communities throughout Washington. These FREE workshops are for all ages and are open to the public. All workshops are taught by professional SilverKite teaching artists. Scroll to view our offerings and the communities at which they will take place!
Programming Made Possible with Funding from
Workshop Schedule:
Watercolor: Create a Wax Resist Painting
January 9th
10:30 - 11:30am
In this workshop we will learn the popular technique in watercolor painting called wax resist. Participants will draw a pattern or drawing in wax then paint over it to discover the resistant nature of the wax, leaving clean lines and shapes untouched from the watercolor. Each participant will leave with a unique work of art and understanding of the basics of how to create a wax resist of their own.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Ashley McEneny
Location:
Sno-Isle Edmonds Library
650 Main Street
Edmonds, WA 98020
Kidstock: Line Dancing Across Genres
January 19th
1:00 - 2:00pm
Join us for a line dancing workshop at Kidstock 2026! This free, full-day arts celebration (9:30am - 3:30pm) is designed for families with children of all ages, and features a variety of live music performances, arts education workshops, and activities for kids.
Featuring main stage performances from:
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Morning Star Korean Cultural Center | 9:45am-10:45am
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Recess Monkey | 11:00-12:00pm
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Aesop’s Fables & Other Musical Tales | 12:15-1:00pm
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Rhapsody Project | 1:30-2:30pm
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Bailadores de Bronce with special guest Mount Vernon Mariachi & Folkórico| 2:45-3:30pm
This year’s arts workshops include:
Main Classroom Workshops
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Folkloric Mexican Arts Making with the Fat Brush Art | 9:30–10:30 AM
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Puppet Making: A Stella Luna Pre-Show Workshop | 10:45–11:45 AM
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Stella Luna Performance | 12:00–1:00 PM
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Line Dancing featuring SilverKite Community Arts | 1:15–2:15 PM
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Intro to Tap Dancing and Traditional Indian Dance featuring Project Convergence | 2:30–3:30 PM
North Classroom Workshops
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Music and Movement with Your Little One featuring Wonder Tree Creative Arts | 9:30–10:30 AM
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Intro to La Raspa: A Mexican Folk Dance Celebration featuring Ballet Folklorico Xochiquetzal | 10:45–11:45 AM
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Science Heroes: An Interactive Science Show | 12:00–1:15 PM
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Embodied Indigenous Relating Gathering: Music, Dance, Tea, and Connection | 1:00–2:00 PM
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Reading Rover | 2:15–3:30 PM
PLUS! Carnival activities and games in ECA’s Gym, face painting, balloon animals, art activities, Gallagher’s root beer garden, dance party, fire truck, food trucks, and more!
Registration opens soon!
Sponsored by 1st Security Bank
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
This program is in partnership with Edmonds Center for the Arts
Location:
Edmonds Center for the Arts
410 Fourth Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
Dementia-Inclusive Series
February 11th
10:30 - 12:00pm
This series is made in partnership with the Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA).
This is a creative and social enrichment program for people with dementia, their care partners, families and friends.
It is ECA’s hope that the Dementia-Inclusive Series will create opportunities for care partners to connect with elders in a low-pressure, supportive environment, and that arts experiences will both enrich daily routines and provide tangible physical and mental health benefits.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artists Dez'Mon Omega Fair and Sarah McKiddy
Location:
Edmonds Center for the Arts
410 4th Ave North
Edmonds, WA 98020
Collage: Goals, Dreams and What Matters Most
February 19th
1:00 - 2:00pm
Through guided prompts, use the medium of collage to explore personal goals, dreams, and values.
Then translate those ideas creatively using images, words, textures and techniques such as cutting,
tearing and layering. Participants will make a unique piece of art to take with them.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Ashley McEneny
Location:
Sno-Isle Marysville Library
6120 Grove Street
Marysville, WA 98270
Felt Key Chains
February 25th
5:00 - 6:00pm
Design, stuff and stitch your own custom felt key chain. Use colorful felt, simple sewing techniques, and a
variety of embellishments to create a functional and playful accessory.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Franky Hawk
Location:
KCLS Covington Library
27100 164th Ave SE, Covington, WA 98042
Timber Ridge - Intergenerational Theatre Project
March 5th
4:00 - 6:00pm
This 6-week series, produced in partnership by Timber Ridge at Talus and SilverKite Community Arts®, will bring together residents and community members, ages 12 -95+, to create a one-of-a-kind theatre performance.
Drawing from personal stories, memories, and reflections, the ensemble will devise a dynamic storytelling piece
using movement, improvisation, music, and creative collaboration to be shared with friends, family, and neighbors.
The cast will be made up of 6 - 7 community members. No experience is required.
If interested, please send a brief introduction (name, age, contact info,
and interest in the program) to:
Mckenzie Wilson (she/they)
Intergenerational and Community Programs Manager
mckenzie@silverkite.us
704-750-9653 and click here to sign up for an audition!
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
Location:
Timber Ridge at Talus
100 Timber Ridge Way NW Issaquah, WA 98027
Timber Ridge - Intergenerational Theatre Project
March 12th
4:00 - 6:00pm
This 6-week series, produced in partnership by Timber Ridge at Talus and SilverKite Community Arts®, will bring together residents and community members, ages 12 -95+, to create a one-of-a-kind theatre performance.
Drawing from personal stories, memories, and reflections, the ensemble will devise a dynamic storytelling piece
using movement, improvisation, music, and creative collaboration to be shared with friends, family, and neighbors.
The cast will be made up of 6 - 7 community members. No experience is required.
If interested, please send a brief introduction (name, age, contact info,
and interest in the program) to:
Mckenzie Wilson (she/they)
Intergenerational and Community Programs Manager
mckenzie@silverkite.us
704-750-9653 and click here to sign up for an audition!
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
Location:
Timber Ridge at Talus
100 Timber Ridge Way NW Issaquah, WA 98027
Watercolor: Create a Wax Resist Painting
January 12th
1:00 - 2:00pm
In this workshop we will learn the popular technique in watercolor painting called wax resist. Participants will draw a pattern or drawing in wax then paint over it to discover the resistant nature of the wax, leaving clean lines and shapes untouched from the watercolor. Each participant will leave with a unique work of art and understanding of the basics of how to create a wax resist of their own.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Ashley McEneny
Location:
North Bellevue Community Center
4063 148th Ave NE,
Bellevue, WA 98007
Timber Ridge - Intergenerational Theatre Project
February 5th
4:00 - 5:00pm
This 6-week series, produced in partnership by Timber Ridge at Talus and SilverKite Community Arts®, will bring together residents and community members, ages 12 -95+, to create a one-of-a-kind theatre performance.
Drawing from personal stories, memories, and reflections, the ensemble will devise a dynamic storytelling piece
using movement, improvisation, music, and creative collaboration to be shared with friends, family, and neighbors.
The cast will be made up of 6 - 7 community members. No experience is required.
If interested, please send a brief introduction (name, age, contact info,
and interest in the program) to:
Mckenzie Wilson (she/they)
Intergenerational and Community Programs Manager
mckenzie@silverkite.us
704-750-9653 and click here to sign up for an audition!
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
Location:
Timber Ridge at Talus
100 Timber Ridge Way NW Issaquah, WA 98027
Felt Key Chains
February 12th
1:00 - 2:00pm
Design, stuff and stitch your own custom felt key chain. Use colorful felt, simple sewing techniques, and a
variety of embellishments to create a functional and playful accessory.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Bertha Marselis
Location:
Sno-Isle Mill Creek Library
15429 Bothell Everett Hwy, Mill Creek, WA 98012
Timber Ridge - Intergenerational Theatre Project
February 19th
4:00 - 5:00pm
This 6-week series, produced in partnership by Timber Ridge at Talus and SilverKite Community Arts®, will bring together residents and community members, ages 12 -95+, to create a one-of-a-kind theatre performance.
Drawing from personal stories, memories, and reflections, the ensemble will devise a dynamic storytelling piece
using movement, improvisation, music, and creative collaboration to be shared with friends, family, and neighbors.
The cast will be made up of 6 - 7 community members. No experience is required.
If interested, please send a brief introduction (name, age, contact info,
and interest in the program) to:
Mckenzie Wilson (she/they)
Intergenerational and Community Programs Manager
mckenzie@silverkite.us
704-750-9653 and click here to sign up for an audition!
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
Location:
Timber Ridge at Talus
100 Timber Ridge Way NW Issaquah, WA 98027
Line Dancing Across Genres
February 25th
6:00 - 7:00pm
Line dancing gained popularity in the ’70s with disco and in the ’80s with country and western music. Together, we’ll learn the basic techniques of line dancing while exploring a variety of genres, from western to Latin, pop, disco, and more! This workshop is open to dancers of all experience levels, and chairs will be available for those who need adaptive options.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Merri Ann Osborne
Location:
KCLS Mercer Island Library
4400 88th Ave SE,
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Line Dancing Across Genres
March 7th
Line dancing gained popularity in the ’70s with disco and in the ’80s with country and western music. Together, we’ll learn the basic techniques of line dancing while exploring a variety of genres, from western to Latin, pop, disco, and more! This workshop is open to dancers of all experience levels, and chairs will be available for those who need adaptive options.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Merri Ann Osborne
Location:
Sno-Isle Clinton Library
4781 Deer Lake Road
Clinton, WA 98236
Dementia-Inclusive Series
March 18th
10:30 - 12:00pm
This series is made in partnership with the Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA).
This is a creative and social enrichment program for people with dementia, their care partners, families and friends.
It is ECA’s hope that the Dementia-Inclusive Series will create opportunities for care partners to connect with elders in a low-pressure, supportive environment, and that arts experiences will both enrich daily routines and provide tangible physical and mental health benefits.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artists Dez'Mon Omega Fair and Sarah McKiddy
Location:
Edmonds Center for the Arts
410 4th Ave North
Edmonds, WA 98020
Dementia-Inclusive Series
January 14th
10:30 - 12:00pm
This series is made in partnership with the Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA).
This is a creative and social enrichment program for people with dementia, their care partners, families and friends.
It is ECA’s hope that the Dementia-Inclusive Series will create opportunities for care partners to connect with elders in a low-pressure, supportive environment, and that arts experiences will both enrich daily routines and provide tangible physical and mental health benefits.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artists Dez'Mon Omega Fair and Sarah McKiddy
Location:
Edmonds Center for the Arts
410 4th Ave North
Edmonds, WA 98020
Line Dancing Across Genres
February 7th
12:00 - 1:00pm
Line dancing gained popularity in the ’70s with disco and in the ’80s with country and western music. Together, we’ll learn the basic techniques of line dancing while exploring a variety of genres, from western to Latin, pop, disco, and more! This workshop is open to dancers of all experience levels, and chairs will be available for those who need adaptive options.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Merri Ann Osborne
Location:
KCLS Mercer Island Library
4400 88th Ave SE,
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Timber Ridge - Intergenerational Theatre Project
February 12th
4:00 - 5:00pm
This 6-week series, produced in partnership by Timber Ridge at Talus and SilverKite Community Arts®, will bring together residents and community members, ages 12 -95+, to create a one-of-a-kind theatre performance.
Drawing from personal stories, memories, and reflections, the ensemble will devise a dynamic storytelling piece
using movement, improvisation, music, and creative collaboration to be shared with friends, family, and neighbors.
The cast will be made up of 6 - 7 community members. No experience is required.
If interested, please send a brief introduction (name, age, contact info,
and interest in the program) to:
Mckenzie Wilson (she/they)
Intergenerational and Community Programs Manager
mckenzie@silverkite.us
704-750-9653 and click here to sign up for an audition!
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
Location:
Timber Ridge at Talus
100 Timber Ridge Way NW Issaquah, WA 98027
Felt Key Chains
February 23rd
2:00 - 3:00pm
Design, stuff and stitch your own custom felt key chain. Use colorful felt, simple sewing techniques, and a
variety of embellishments to create a functional and playful accessory.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Bertha Marselis
Location:
KCLS Shoreline Library
345 NE 175th St, Shoreline, WA 98155
Timber Ridge - Intergenerational Theatre Project
February 26th
4:00 - 5:00pm
This 6-week series, produced in partnership by Timber Ridge at Talus and SilverKite Community Arts®, will bring together residents and community members, ages 12 -95+, to create a one-of-a-kind theatre performance.
Drawing from personal stories, memories, and reflections, the ensemble will devise a dynamic storytelling piece
using movement, improvisation, music, and creative collaboration to be shared with friends, family, and neighbors.
The cast will be made up of 6 - 7 community members. No experience is required.
If interested, please send a brief introduction (name, age, contact info,
and interest in the program) to:
Mckenzie Wilson (she/they)
Intergenerational and Community Programs Manager
mckenzie@silverkite.us
704-750-9653 and click here to sign up for an audition!
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Aidyn Stevens
Location:
Timber Ridge at Talus
100 Timber Ridge Way NW Issaquah, WA 98027
Watercolor: Create a Wax Resist Painting
March 12th
1:00 - 2:00pm
In this workshop we will learn the popular technique in watercolor painting called wax resist.
Participants will
draw a pattern or drawing in wax then paint over it to discover the resistant nature of the wax, leaving clean lines and shapes untouched from the watercolor. Each participant will leave with a unique work of art and
understanding of the basics of how to create a wax resist of their own.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Ashley McEneny
Location:
Sno-Isle Mill Creek Library
15429 Bothell Everett Hwy, Mill Creek, WA 98012
Quilling
March 21st
11:00 - 12:00pm
In this paper arts workshops participants will create simple and elegant floral designs while learning about this ornamental craftwork. Participants can make a card or piece of art to take home.
Facilitated by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Ashley McEneny
Location:
Sno-Isle Camano Island Library
848 N Sunrise Blvd. #D
Camano Island, WA 98282