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  • Fiction Writing
  • Cost: $125.00
    Dates: 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
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    Small Stories, Big Impact

    Explore the art of compressed fiction and learn to craft powerful, memorable stories with precision and heart. Whether you're just starting out or refining your craft, you'll build essential skills in plot, character, and emotional resonance that translate seamlessly to longer works.

    Join Sandra S. McCrae and discover how to make every word count—and leave a lasting impression on your readers.
 

  • Intro to Creative Writing
  • Fee: $0.00
    Sessions: 0
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    Explore Your Voice Across Genres

    Ready to start writing—or take your craft further? This course introduces the essentials of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction, helping you build compelling stories, vivid scenes, and rich imagery. Whether you're a beginner or looking to grow, you'll unlock your creative potential and bring your ideas to life on the page.
 

  • Mural Painting | 2/13/2026 | Katie Gabriel-Ramos | In-Person
  • Cost: $250.00
    Dates: 2/13/2026 - 5/8/2026
    Times: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    CEUs: 3
    Days: F
    Sessions: 8
    Seats: 4
    Building: Elks Lodge Arvada
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    Instructor: Katie Gabriel-Ramos

    This hands-on introductory course guides students through the full process of mural creation from concept to completion. Learn how to plan a mural, scale artwork for large surfaces, apply color theory specific to public art, and execute brushwork on a grand scale. Students will develop sketches, pitch design concepts, and collaboratively bring a large wall mural to life at the Elks Lodge Arvada. No experience required.

    The Elks Lodge Arvada proudly supports student enrollment for this course with 10, $200 scholarships (Promo ELKS2278)

    Register now to transform a blank wall into a collaborative masterpiece!
 

  • Poetry
  • Fee: $125.00
    Sessions: 0
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    Write Poems That Resonate

    Learn to craft poetry that speaks volumes with fewer words. Whether you're just beginning or already seasoned, this course will help you write poems that move beyond explanation—capturing emotion, experience, and meaning that lingers with your readers.

    Join poet Sandra S. McCrae as she guides you in creating work that connects deeply and leaves a lasting impression.
 

 

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