2016-WORKSHOPS April 1 - Monteagle Sunday School Assembly

Youth Workshops & Special Events
134th Season - 2016
Please Note: An asterisk (*) indicates that advance registration is required through the Assembly Office. See workshop
policies under “Adult Workshops”, in particular the policies regarding registration, payment, and refunds.
Please respect the designated age groups specified for particular workshops and do not request exceptions. Most Adult
workshops are also appropriate for mature teens, and in some cases for children as young as ten if accompanied by a
registered parent, so please also see Adult Workshop listings.
#1 – "Ringers & Singers Youth Choir"
Tues. and Wed. throughout the season: 9:15-10:00 AM
(Weeks 2-7)
Bells begin at 9:15 and singing at 9:30
Also Wednesdays at Twilight Prayers, 7:30-8:00 PM
Assembly member Judith Humphreys will lead and instruct this program designed for Eaglets and Eagles (ages 6-11). On
Wednesday the Ringers & Singers will present a musical offering as part of the Twilight Prayers service in Warren Chapel at
7:30-8:00 PM. During rehearsals the group will explore the rudimentary levels of musicality, working with bells and
participating in choral singing. It is helpful if the children can make both rehearsals on Tuesday and Wednesday, but it is not
necessary. Fun and sharing with music are the primary goals. Come as often as you can and bring your friends along! Meet
at Warren Chapel. Parents, please refrain from photographs during worship services. All children ages 6–11 are welcome.
No Hummingbirds or younger siblings, please! No registration or fee required. No limit to the number of
participants.
#2 - “Bell Ringers”
Tues. and Thurs. throughout the season: 2:30-3:00 PM
(Weeks 1-8)
Assembly member Pam Maloof will lead and instruct this program designed for Hummingbirds (ages 3-5). Children are
empowered to play music with the Krystal Bell method. Bells and cards are color-coded. Cards are held up enabling
children to play harmony while an accompanying CD plays the melody. Meet at Warren Chapel. No registration or fee
required. No limit to the number of participants.
#3 - “Caving Trip”
Saturday, June 18: 10:00AM-5:00PM (Buzzards and Falcons)
(Weeks 1&6)
Saturday, July 23: 10:00AM-5:00PM (Buzzards and Falcons)
Bring water for a hike to the cave along with lunch (sandwich, energy bars, fruit) and insect repellent. Required items
include: a pair of gloves, flashlight, and helmet (bike helmets acceptable). Long jeans/pants and boots are preferred, but
short pants/cut offs and tennis shoes are okay. Additional suggested items include: a smaller backup flashlight, large towel
for ride back, kneepads, camera or phone for photo ops. See bulletin board for additional details. Depart the Assembly at
10AM and return between 4-5PM. Meet in front of Auditorium.
#4 - “Shadow Puppets”
Tuesday, June 21: 2:30PM
(Week 2)
Explore the most ancient art of shadow puppetry with modern twists with Barefoot Puppet Theatre. We will delve into the
wildlife of Tennessee and Appalachia as we play with paper, light, scissors (safely!), color, and shadows in this hands-on
workshop. See examples of special effects with old-school overhead projectors while getting a sneak preview of their
evening performance of “Little by Little.” (Recommended for ages 5 to 105.)
#5 - “Youth Music Workshops”
Tuesday-Thursday, June 28-30
(Week 3)
Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00 AM (Eagles and Eaglets) – Auditorium
Wednesday: 6:30 PM (Buzzards and Falcons) - Gymnasium
MSSA Youth will join Charles Milling for music workshops throughout the week. Charles aims for this work to be a
massive resource for the church and music leaders throughout the world who are passionate about helping God open more
hearts. It is a grand vision, a lofty goal, and one he feels is suited for a God who has given him EVERYTHING! Charles’
workshop at Monteagle will be uplifting, educational and empowering. Participants will have an active role in creating
music and celebrating the joy of life. No registration or fee required.
#6 - "Fun Family Fishing Event for Kids Young and Old!"
Sunday, July 3: 1:00-5:00 PM
(Week 4)
This is intended to be a family outing for Eagles and older, accompanied by their parents or other responsible adults.
Fishing will be at the Fesmire Farm on the Mountain. Participants should meet at the Auditorium to carpool. This is a catchand-release event. No registration or fee required. Things to Bring: fishing tackle for bass & bream (anything from a
rod & reel to a broom, a string & a safety pin) ; insect repellant ; sunscreen; laid-back attitude; bait; water to drink.
Things to Know: Kids must be accompanied by an Adult (and vice versa). No license required for 12 & under;
license available at Walmart or online for ages 13+ at www.tn.wildlifelicense.com/index.php. #7 - “ALL-ASSEMBLY TALENT SHOW!”
Saturday, July 9: 7:30 PM (rehearsals throughout the week)
(Week 4)
Bring your costumes, props, musical instruments, and all those talents you know you have, and leave the stage fright at
home! Let your imagination go to work as you sit down – solo or with a group - to develop a skit or a musical, dance, or
comedy routine. The Youth Committee and Youth Staff coordinate and direct this annual performance event, assisted by
Mary Wallace Patrick. Adults are also welcome and encouraged to participate. Let the youth staff know what you want to
do, and get involved! Don’t miss this annual MSSA event in the Assembly Auditorium.
#8 – “MSSA Outdoor Adventure Program”
(Week 5)
The MSSA Outdoor Adventure Program will take place during the fifth week of the MSSA Season (July 10-16). This week
will supplement existing Youth Programming with a more focused and thematic concentration on the wonders of nature to
be found at MSSA and the nearby area. All MSSA Youth will be able to experience, explore, and enjoy a range of nature
themed activities throughout the week that will take place within the Assembly and across the Cumberland Plateau. The
program will include building Fairy/Troll Houses, natural crafts, backpacking trips, nature discovery walks, and more.
#9 – “Cooking 102 – Pasta Around the World”– for Buzzards and Falcons
*Mon.-Tues., July 18-19: 2:30-4:30 PM
(Week 6)*
(Parents invited to taste samples at 4:30 PM on Tues., July 19)
With well over 600 varieties of pasta currently existing, this will be a fabulous opportunity to explore types and uses of
pasta in recipes from different cultures and learn to create dishes that workshop participants will be proud to master and
serve to friends and family.
We will focus on five different countries, but will also include a few demonstrations of some of the more interesting trends
that are popular, for example – zoodles – pasta noodles made with fresh vegetables, and pastas created with grains such as
quinoa and brown rice. All the recipes will incorporate fresh ingredients and rely on using different varieties of herbs for
flavor.
Each participant will receive a cookbook with printed recipes including the origins of each dish and will be supplied with a
chef’s apron to keep. Cooking 102 will provide all supplies and equipment necessary to create our masterpieces.
Advance registration and MSSA gate ticket required. No Fee. Limit 16 participants. THOMAS MALONE TRABUE
III YOUTH WEEK FUND
#10 - Youth Tennis Tournament
*Tuesday, July 21: NOON Deadline for Registration
(Week 7)*
Sign up at front auditorium. Tournament brackets to be posted Tuesday evening. Finals to be played Saturday, July
25, 2:00-4:00 PM. Advance registration & MSSA gate ticket required. No fee.
Adult Workshops, Lecture/Demonstrations,
and Special Programs
134th Season - 2016
Policies for all Adult and Youth Workshops – Please Note:
1). Gate tickets are required for ALL workshop participants. Non-Assembly residents must purchase gate tickets in
order to participate in any/all Assembly workshops, whether registration is required or not. Please present your gate
ticket at each workshop session.
2). Registration for workshops must be made at the Monteagle Assembly Business Office during office hours: 8:00
AM – 4:00 PM Monday-Friday, and 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday during the summer program season.
3). Where a fee is required, no names will be added to a workshop registration list without accompanying payment
by cash, check or credit card.
4). In all cases, except as noted, refunds will be made only if cancellation is received at least 48 hours prior to the
workshop AND a replacement participant can be secured from the waiting list. Otherwise no refund will be given.
5). Advance registration is required for all workshops marked with an asterisk (*). A fee is required only where
noted.
6). Priority registration for Assembly residents will be from April 1 to May 15. Non-residents may place their names
on the waiting list during this time. On May 16, registration is open to all, at which time those on the waiting list will
be confirmed when space is available.
7). Assembly residents include cottage owners, renters and their guests residing with them.
Most Adult workshops are also appropriate for mature teens, and in some cases for children as young as ten if
accompanied by a registered parent. Please see listing for YOUTH WORKSHOPS.
#11 - “Choral Music Opportunities for Worship”
(Weeks 1–7)
Every Wednesday there will be a rehearsal from 4:30 – 6:00 PM either at Warren Chapel or at cottage #33 At Long
Last. The Assembly Chorus, ages 11+ invites all persons, members and guests, to participate as Assembly member and
volunteer, Judith Humphreys teaches special music to be presented on Sundays as part of the worship service. Judith also
works with a group of men who are an expanded quartet (currently known as the Men’s Group) and is interested in
working with people of all ages willing to sing a solo, be part of a duet or trio, or a mixed small ensemble of adults.
The ability to read music would be very helpful for members and guests who are interested in being part of these smaller
groups. Rehearsal time TBD for small groups. She is also interested in working with anyone of any age who would be
willing to share his or her musical talent in worship on Sundays (think Prelude, Offertory, Postlude, etc.).
Contact Judith (aka Ms. JuJu) if you are interested.
#12 - “Tennis Round Robin”
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - Noon
(Weeks 1-8)
Saturdays, 3:00-5:00 PM
Tennis at MSSA is for all members, renters and guests. The courts are reserved for an organized Round Robin on
Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - noon. Everyone age 18 and over is invited to play and you do not need to sign up in advance
to play. We invite men and women to join the Saturday afternoon Round Robin from 3:00-5:00 PM. All courts are available
on a first come first serve basis except for these times and during the adult and youth tennis tournaments during weeks 5 &
7. No advance registration or fee required.
#13 - “Bible Study”
Thursdays, 9:30-10:45 AM
(Weeks 1-8)
Join Assembly member Gretchen Johnson, Bible study facilitator, for THE MOST ABUNDANT LIFE: Fearless Living in
Frightening Times. A video of the daily topic will be viewed and followed by discussion. Everyone is welcome to
attend! Please feel free to come even if you can’t attend the entire summer. We are looking forward to a great summer of
learning more about God’s word together and developing close friendships. Meet at Edgeworth Inn. No advance
registration necessary. Books available from instructor, $8 each.
#14 - “White Oak Baskets”
Monday-Friday, June 13-17, 1:00-5:00 PM
(Week 1)*
In this workshop Sue Williams will lead you through the construction of a seven-inch authentic Appalachian White
Oak ribbed egg basket using the Cannon County Tie. Participants will scrape, trim and size weavers as they weave the
basket. Due to time constraints, the basket rims, all ribs except 4, all ties, and initial weaving will be set up so the student
will be ready to weave. Each participant should finish a 7-inch White Oak Egg Basket. A slide show showing a standing
White Oak Tree including break down of each step required until the basket is finished will be shown. An example set of
baskets showing five stages of a basket as it is made will be available for student viewing. Maney-MacLeod Art Pavilion.
Pre-paid advance registration and MSSA gate ticket required. Materials fee $75.
#15 - “Bob’s Bootcamp: John Willams, Star Wars and Beyond”
Monday, June 13: 10:45AM-1:00PM
(Week 1)
Join Chattanooga Symphony Principal Pops Conductor Bob Bernhardt for his lecture that takes a behind the scenes look at
the lives and works of musicians and composers. We will focus on John Williams, who is perhaps the best-known film
music composer living today, but his compositions go far beyond movies like Star Wars and Raiders of the Lost Ark. No
registration or fee required. No limit to the number of participants. Bring a bag lunch to the Pulliam Center.
#16 - “Finding Yourself in Paint with Kim Barrick”
Monday-Friday, June 20-24, 1:30-4:30 PM
(Week 2)*
Join award winning artist Kim Barrick for a delightful week of experimenting with paint. Barrick is a sought after instructor
painting landscapes, still life and wildlife. She will be available to help meet each student where they are finding ways to
take their art to the next level. Traditional oils, water-soluble oils and acrylics welcome. Bring your own ideas and projects,
supplies and equipment. Kim will have additional supplies for purchase and inspiration on hand for students to experiment
with as well. For more information contact Kim at [email protected] or visit her website
www.kimbarrickstudio.com for more information about the artist. $10 supply fee (applied to purchase of any supplies.)
Meet at Maney-MacLeod Art Pavilion. No fee. Advance registration required. Limit 15 participants. A complete list
of recommended supplies is available at the Assembly office.
#17 - “Knife Skills and Easy Appetizers”
Wednesday, June 22, 3:30-4:30 PM
(Week 2)
Join Chef George Stevenson of the Sewanee Inn and seasoned talent with local and global experience featuring knife skills
and easy appetizers. Harton Dining Hall. No registration or fee required.
#18 - “Invite a Monarch to Lunch”
(Week 3)*
Monday, June 27, 2:30-4:00 PM
Come learn how to attract the monarch butterfly to your yard! We will plant seeds of two different types of milkweed for
you to take home with you. We will also observe all stages of the life cycles of the monarch, egg, each stage of the
caterpillar, chrysalis, and adult. We will talk about how to care for the caterpillars and their host plant – milkweed. We will
also identify the different species of milkweed available in your area. We will also discuss the best resources and native
plants for your yard. Maney-MacLeod Art Pavilion. Advance registration and MSSA gate ticket required. No fee.
#19 - “Doing Oral History”
Wednesday, June 29, 2:30-4:00 PM
(Week 3)*
Join Betsy Brinson to learn how to take an Oral History. Do you have that special someone who you would like to
interview? We will cover preparation, interviewing, and techniques for getting the best story. Warren Chapel. Advance
registration and MSSA gate ticket required. No fee.
#20 - “Witness to a Century” – Documentary
Wednesday, June 29
(Week 3)
Oral historian and platform lecturer, Betsy Brinson did the interviews, the research and much of the film editing. Discover
the past one hundred years through stories from centenarians. Think about what each has experienced over the course of his
or her own century: World War I, the 1918 Flu Epidemic, the Great Depression, World War II, and all that has followed
since.
#21 - “Midsummer Night’s Dream” - FUNDRAISER
Saturday, July 2, 6:30-9:00 PM
(Week 3)*
Raising funds to add a screen porch and porch furnishings for the Fletcher Room, a rental room for visitors and the
frequent night stop for many program speakers. Tickets may be purchased at Winfield or the Office.
#22 - “Music City Roots Radio Show”
Friday, June 26: 7:00 PM
(Week 3)
Music City Roots, Nashville’s acclaimed multi-platform showcase for the finest roots and Americana music, heads to the
Assembly for a rare show outside of its home base at The Factory at Franklin TN. Read more in Platform Biographies for
line-up and more! Doors open at 6:00 PM and show starts at 7:00 PM. Box dinners available by pre-order and must
be pre-paid by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, June 24. Cost is for box dinner is $15. Call (931) 924-2286, or place order at
the Dining Hall.
#23 - “Fifth Annual ‘Men on the Mountain’ MSSA Men’s Golf Tournament”
*Saturday, July 2: Starts promptly at 12:30 PM
(Week 3)*
All men of the Assembly are invited to take part in this fun Assembly event, complete with trophies to be presented
following the 18th hole. Meet at Sewanee Golf Course in nearby Sewanee, TN. Participation Fee is $60 per person.
Advance payment and sign-up required by July 1 @ 4PM, along with your handicap and cell phone number. Scramble.
No sandbagging! Shotgun start at 12:30 PM. All are welcome.
#24 - Zumba
Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1, July 5-8 at 8:00AM
(Weeks 3 & 4)
Ellie Patrick Lovvorn will be teaching a fun and energetic dance - inspired Zumba toning class. Ellie teaches kickboxing,
muscle-works and Zumba in Athens, Alabama for fun and fitness. Her husband Jeb and daughters Anne Winston and Marian
love Monteagle! Come get your groove on, heart rate up, and strengthen your muscles! Great for all levels; adults only.
Bring your water too. No registration required.
#25 - “Preserving Nature: Making Cyanotypes of Plants”
Wednesday, July 6, 2:30-5:00 PM
(Week 4)*
Participants will hear a brief history of the cyanotype process and see examples, then learn to make their own cyanotypes of
plant specimens found around the Assembly. Cyanotype is a camera-less photographic process from the early 19th century
that preserves the 'shadow' of a specimen on paper, rendering it in varying shades of blue. Maney-MacLeod Pavilion,
Advance registration and MSSA gate ticket required. Limit 10 participants. $25 fee.
#26 - Adult Outdoor Adventure: Valley Bike Tour
*Saturday, July 9: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
(Week 4)*
Join Woody of Woody’s Bikes for a beautiful, leisurely Valley Bike Tour and picnic by the Elk River. Lunch included by
Julia’s. Meet at the Auditorium prepared to provide your own transportation to Woody’s house in the Valley. Direct any
questions to Norman Blake. Advance registration & MSSA gate ticket required, $90 Fee includes water, bikes,
helmets, snacks and lunch. Deadline for pre-paid registration is noon, Wednesday, June 29.
#27 - Adult Tennis Tournament
*Tuesday, July 12: NOON Deadline for Registration
(Week 5)*
Please pay the $10 entrance fee at the office and sign up as soon as you know you want to play. The tournament is double
elimination so everyone is guaranteed two matches. There will be a senior bracket, women’s bracket and a mixed doubles
bracket. Brackets will be announced Tuesday night. Gather at Meghan Hudgins’ cottage, Wayside #67, for a festive kickoff
to the tournament on Tuesday night at 5:30 PM. Registration required. $10 fee.
#28 - “Porch Party Finger Food”
Wednesday, July 13, 3:30 PM
(Week 5)
Join Nicki Pendelton Wood for a cooking demo featuring delicacies for your next porch party. Harton Dining Hall.
No registration or fee required.
#29 - “Capturing Monteagle in Watercolor”
Monday-Friday, July 25-29, 1:30-4:30 PM
(Week 7)*
Come join Colorado artist Karen Ramsay for a week of exploring watercolors in a fresh and vibrant way!
We will work from the scenes around us, as well as your own photo references, learning how to capture images in both a
watercolor sketchbook and larger painting.
We'll review the importance of shapes, values and colors, and Karen will share favorite techniques.
Each participant will receive individual support in taking the next step in developing as a watercolor artist.
Please email with any questions [email protected] and visit her website for a material list www.karenramsay.com.
Meet at Maney-MacLeod Art Pavilion. No Fee, Advance Registration and MSSA Gate Ticket Required. Limit 12
participants.
#30 - Chrisanna Waldrop Porch Reading: “The Before Guy”
Tuesday, July 26, 4:00 PM
(Week 7)
The title of Chrisanna’s debut (self-published) novel is called “The Before Guy” and is available exclusively on Amazon in
both paperback and kindle format. She will read a bit from the story and make some brief remarks about my experience
with self-publishing. Chrisanna is currently working on the sequel, “The Before Guy: Take Two.”
#31 – “The Most Important Things in Bridge!!”
*Mon., August 1: 2:30-4:30 PM; Tues.-Fri., August 2-5: 9:00-10:45 AM & 2:30-4:30 PM
(Week 8)*
Following up on five years (!) of successful “Somewhat Advanced Bridge Class” sessions, Jerry Bull will present his final
“Bridge Week” before retiring: this installment will mix lecture sessions with playing pre-set hands, with an extensive
discussion of each thereafter. The class will focus on Finding Fits (or not!); Declaring in NT vs. Trump; Defending in NT
vs. Trump; Overcalling; and Competing more. A detailed handout booklet will be provided; and “hand records” of the
daily play sessions will be made available for further review.
Attendees should be bridge players presumed competent at most normal bidding techniques and declarer play, but desiring
to “modernize” their games and develop somewhat more disciplined and more accurate bidding, declaring, and defending
skills. Meet on Winfield Porch. No Fee. Advance Registration and MSSA gate ticket required. Limit 44 participants.
#32 - “Herb and Dorothy” - Documentary
Tuesday, August 2, 8:15 PM
(Week 8)
“The film takes a close look at the historical gift project by the legendary art collector couple, Herbert and Dorothy Vogel,
and its impact on art communities around America. Herbert and Dorothy Vogel, a former postal clerk and a librarian, built a
world-class collection of Minimal and Conceptual Art with their modest salaries. Over 2000 works were packed into their
small NYC apartment, but they never sold a piece for profit. In 1992, they decided to transfer the entire collection to the
National Gallery of Art, making headlines worldwide.” (Rotten Tomatoes)
#33 -“Finding Vivian Maier” - Documentary
Thursday, August 4, 8:15 PM
(Week 8)
“Finding Vivian Maier is the critically acclaimed documentary about a mysterious nanny, who secretly took over 100,000
photographs that were hidden in storage lockers and, discovered decades later, is now among the 20th century’s greatest
photographers. Directed by John Maloof and Charlie Siskel, Maier’s strange and riveting life and art are revealed through
never before seen photographs, films, and interviews with dozens who thought they knew her.
Maier’s massive body of work would come to light when in 2007 her work was discovered at a local thrift auction house on
Chicago’s Northwest Side. From there, it would eventually impact the world over and change the life of the man who
championed her work and brought it to the public eye, John Maloof.
Currently, Vivian Maier’s body of work is being archived and cataloged for the enjoyment of others and for future
generations. John Maloof is at the core of this project after reconstructing most of the archive, having been previously
dispersed to the various buyers attending that auction. Now, with roughly 90% of her archive reconstructed, Vivian’s work
is part of a renaissance in interest in the art of Street Photography.” (Taken from the Vivian Maier website:
http://www.findingvivianmaier.com)