Ocrafolk School

For all you fans of the "Ocrafolk" scene here on the island (Festival, summer concert series, etc.), you might be interested to know about the planned Ocrafolk School, which will be held later this year. There will be 2 week-long sessions, either Oct. 21 - 26, or Oct. 28 - Nov. 2.

There are several classes to choose from:
Week 1
Bird Carving - William Nathan Spencer
Jewelry Making - Kathleen O'Neal
Ocracoke History and Culture - Philip Howard
Island Cooking - Debbie Wells
Music and Stories of the Sea - Bob Zentz
Island Photography - Ann Ehringhaus

Week 2
Model Boat Building - Jimmy Amspacher
Watercolor Painting - Mary Ellen Golden
Exploring Ocracoke - David Senseney
Old Time Sailing and the Seafaring Tradition - Captain Rob Temple
Lifesavers and Lightkeepers - John Golden
Basketry: Materials and Techniques - Judith Saunders

Tuition is $495, which includes group meals (breakfast and dinner). You can learn more about each class and see a sample class schedule here. To sign up, complete and return the registration form here. I've put a link to the School website in the new links section (on the left) as well.

I'm thinking of taking the photography class, and I recommend any of the classes that interest you, whether you would like to learn an art or craft skill, or more about the history, culture, or nature of the island. I am working as one of the class coordinators as well, helping to organize the School, so let me know if you sign up for a course. I would enjoy meeting some of my blog readers in person!