For
those requiring Susan's personal assistance, she is scheduled to work on those
days colored in orange and marked with the yarn ball. Private Lessons: $20 per
hour for knitting or crocheting. Her hours are subject to change, however, so
it's best to call (619) 284-7684 and confirm.
Events & Workshops
Author Signing: Arlen Gargagliano 6:30 -
9:00 PM Friday 20 April 2007 Free
- Author Arlen Gargagliano will sign her books Calypso Coolers, Mambo Mixers and Fiesta Latina at the South Park Spring Walkabout Friday, April 20 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM.
"Ode to the Woods" Artist Exhibition 1 April - 31 May 2007 Free
- Exclusively at The Grove for 2 months only, Artist
Pilar Moreno will be exhibiting her most recent oils on canvas: stunning, powerful dreamscapes in woodland settings. Meet the artist in person at the Artist Reception Friday 20 April at 6:30 - 9:30 PM.
- South Park Spring Walkabout 6:30 -
10 PM Friday 20 April 2007 Free
- Join us for special sales, music, and light refreshments featuring the Artist Reception of Pilar Moreno and author signing of Arlen Gargagliano.
- Brown
Bag Writing Practice Group 12 -
1 PM Every Tuesday $5
- Given prompts, practice all types of writing free from editing or critique.
Contact Jill Hall at jillghall@aol.com for additional information.
- Knit
Salon 6:30 - 9 PM First & Third Thursdays 5 & 19 April 2007 $5 (fee applicable to purchases that evening)
- Drop in anytime and join fellow knitters and crocheters for an evening of creativity in the cozy atmosphere of The Grove. No instructions offered, but yarn selection advice is available.
- Open Mic 7 - 9 PM Friday 6 April 2007
- San Diego Writer's Ink presents First Fridays Open Mic for Prose Writers, hosted by Amy Wallen. Bring 3 minutes of prose to read aloud to peers and future readers in a supportive, relaxed atmosphere. For more info, contact amylizwrites@hotmail.com
Classes

Introduction to Lace

One Hour Flower

Petal & Posies 1
The fees listed cover instruction only unless otherwise indicated.
10% discount applies to all yarns purchased for class on the day of class. Preregistration
and advanced payment are required for all classes. |
- Beach Beanie 1 - 4:00 PM Sunday 29 April: $25
- Learn to knit a simple beach beanie. Perfect class for those who have completed the scarf class and want to learn the purl stitch. Pattern provided. (Instructor Susan Wells) Materials available for purchase: 2 skeins of Louisa Harding's Monte Carlos, size #7 US straight needles. Bring a calculator, tape measure and paper & pencil. Skill Level: Easy
- Beginner's
Scarf 2 - 4:30 PM Saturdays 21 & 28 April; OR 6:30 - 9 PM Wednesdays 18 & 25 April: $40 for 2 sessions
- If you haven't learned yet, it's time! We'll teach you to cast on and knit
during Part One. Part Two: return to complete your scarf and fringe it if you
wish. Wear it home! (Instructor Susan Wells) Materials available for purchase: light-colored, worsted or bulky weight yarn with compatible needles. Bring a calculator, tape measure and paper & pencil. Skill Level: Beginner
- Beginning
Knitted Shawl 11 - 1 PM Sunday April 29:
$25
- This classic trianbular garter stitch shawl is perfect for beginning knitters to learn how to increase stitches. See our store sample! (Instructor Susan Wells) Materials available
for purchase: worsted weight mohair and ribbon yarn, #13 or #15 (24" minimum) circular needles.
Skill Level: Easy
- Introduction to Lace 1 AM - 4 PM Saturday 7 April: $25
- Learn the beautiful yet simple Fan & Feather stitch composed of three rows
of stockinette stitch and only one row of pattern. Depending on your yarn weight, you can create a scarf, shawl, or afghan! Materials: uniformly textured yarn in any weight; compatible needles; yarn cutter. (Instructor David Kraft) Skill Level: Intermediate
- One Hour Flower 11 AM - 12 noon Saturday 14 April: $25 (includes kit)
- Learn the fundamentals of working with wired ribbon by making a gathered rosette with button center and a leaf. This is a great beginning ribbon project. Be forewarned: Once you make one rosette, you won't want to stop! Materials available day of class. (Instructor Christen Brown) Skill Level: Beginner
- Pattern Reading 3 - 4 PM Sunday 15 April: $25
- This is a class for students who know how to knit and purl but are too intimidated to take on a pattern. Dave will help you decipher the abbreviations and provide you with essential pattern-reading skills. There will be nothing stopping you from knitting garments after taking this class. (Instructor David Kraft) Skill Level: Easy
- Petals & Posies 1 11 AM - 4 PM Saturday 21 April: $58.50 (includes kit)
- This class will introduce you to 8 hand-stitched flowers made from a variety of ribbons such as French wire, dyed silk bias, and satin. These flowers can be made into corsages or used to decorate baskets and gifts. Everyone enjoys a handmade flower! (Instructor Christen Brown) Skill Level: Easy
- Ribbon Shell 11 - 1 PM Saturday 7 April; 11 - 3 PM Sundays 15 & 22 April: $60 for 3 sessions
- Have you just learned to knit and are ready to tackle your first garment? Dave will guide you from start to finish in knitting a light, close-fitting summer top with a row of dropped stitches through which you can weave an optional decorative ribbon. Materials: yarn, compatible needles, scissors or yarn cutter. (Instructor David Kraft) Skill Level: Easy
- Spring Bouquet Crochet
1 - 4 PM Saturday 28 April: $25
- Sign up for this popular class on crocheting a pansy, zinnia, spoked flower and frilly flower with your stash and scrap yarn. (Instructor Melody Hufford) Materials available for purchase: smooth, uniformly-textured yarn, crochet hook in compatible size/s, scissors or yarn cutter. Skill Level: Easy
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Ribbon Shell

Spring Bouquet Crochet
Class Cancellation Policy
No Exceptions
In the event The Grove must cancel a class due to lack of participants, The Grove will issue a full refund. Participants who are unable to attend as planned must notify The Grove within five (5) days of the class in order to receive a refund, otherwise the class fee is forfeited. Fees cannot be applied to future classes. |
Printable Class Schedule
View and download the printable
April 2007 calendar and descriptions in PDF format.
Preregistration and advanced payment are required for all classes. Signing
up is easy; just call 619.284.7684 or visit The Grove.