Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

Legacy of the Lakes Museum will host February’s Hot Chocolate & History. It’s said that Superior never gives up her dead. With over 350 shipwrecks and 10,000 lives lost, Lake Superior has tales of tragedy, heroism, and mother nature’s fury. This talk will look at well-known and lesser known shipwrecks on the largest of the Great Lakes, using images, data, and scans from decades of underwater archaeology. When you arrive at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum, you will be welcomed with hot chocolate! If you are unable to attend in person but would like the recording, please note that in your registration choices.

Acrylic painting is a versatile and exciting medium for painters of all experience levels. But where to start with so many tutorials, advice and materials on the market? Is learning to paint with acrylics really worth the trouble? The answer is YES! Acrylics are awesome! Now you can learn what you actually need to know to start painting right away. This course from professional and local artist, Rachel Smith, is packed with the basic no-nonsense information you need to know to start painting effectively in no time at all. You’ll learn about acrylic art supplies, basic acrylic techniques, and then, put those skills to use for a final painting called Spring Flowers. Warning - this course may cause side effects such as creative joy and a genuine painting addiction!