WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Refillable Sketchbook Class with Dr. Adhi Two Owls
Refillable Sketchbook Making Class with Dr. Adhi Two Owls
Saturday, March 7th | 10 am to 4 pm (with a lunch break)
$150 plus $100 materials fee
Materials kit includes leather, needles, drawing paper, sewing thread, birch board, and embellishments.
With spring and summer just around the corner, come and make your own leather sketchbook for taking out into the fields, forests and streets. There is nothing more enjoyable than going out into nature and drawing. Having a rugged and durable sketchbook is a great tool for every hobby and professional artist.
This is a one-day class where you will learn basic leather sewing and finishing techniques to create a 9"×12" sketchbook. The design allows for you to remove pages and refill with the paper of your choice. The front cover will have a thin birch plywood board to work against. The book will hold up to 20 folded sheets of 300gsm paper.
Tools will be provided.
About the instructor: Adhi Two Owls is a professional artist, educator, and craftsperson with over 30 years of experience in the visual arts. She holds a wide knowledge of traditional techniques and contemporary practices, working across media including drawing, painting, sculpture, and fine craft. Adhi teaches Art History and Drawing at SUNY Canton and leads workshops throughout the U.S. and internationally. Her approach blends technical skill, creative exploration, and thoughtful engagement with materials and ideas. She is committed to helping students develop confidence in their artistic voice through supportive and hands-on instruction.
Please note: this class requires a minimum of 4 participants to run. If minimum enrollment is not reached by Wednesday, March 4th, the class will be rescheduled, and registrations will be refunded.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Field Bag Workshop with Dr. Adhi Two Owls
Field Bag Workshop with Dr. Adhi Two Owls
Sunday, March 15th | 10 am to 4 pm (with a lunch break) | Cost: $150 plus $90 materials fee | Materials kit includes leather, solid brass hardware, needles, thread, and embellishments
This workshop guides participants through the design and construction of a rugged, hand-sewn leather field bag—an essential companion for time spent outdoors, whether for exploring, harvesting, sketching, or carrying everyday tools. Field bags are traditionally small yet highly functional, designed to carry essential items without becoming cumbersome or restrictive in movement.
Participants will construct a durable, versatile bag sized for everyday carry (EDC) tools and necessities. The finished bag can be worn cross-body or attached to a belt, making it adaptable for a wide range of field uses. Built from medium well-oiled cowhide, the bag offers excellent durability and natural weather resistance, protecting its contents while developing a rich patina over time.
Tools will be provided.
About the instructor: Adhi Two Owls is a professional artist, educator, and craftsperson with over 30 years of experience in the visual arts. She holds a wide knowledge of traditional techniques and contemporary practices, working across media including drawing, painting, sculpture, and fine craft. Adhi teaches Art History and Drawing at SUNY Canton and leads workshops throughout the U.S. and internationally. Her approach blends technical skill, creative exploration, and thoughtful engagement with materials and ideas. She is committed to helping students develop confidence in their artistic voice through supportive and hands-on instruction.
Please note: this class requires a minimum of 4 participants to run. If minimum enrollment is not reached by Thursday, March 12th, the class will be rescheduled, and registrations will be refunded.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Artists’ Talk— Long Exposure
Sunday, February 8th at 2:00 pm
Photographer Babs Perkins and painter Anni Lorenzini will give an artist talk to complement their exhibit, Long Exposure.
All are welcome at this free event.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Opening reception for Long Exposure
Join us in the gallery for the opening reception of Long Exposure. This exhibit brings together photographs by Babs Perkins and paintings by Anni Lorenzini that approach landscape as an ongoing process. Rather than depicting specific locations, the works focus on change, duration, and perception. The works shift attention from description to experience, inviting sustained looking.
From 5-7 pm, enjoy refreshments, meet the artists, and connect with the WREN community.
Together, the works in Long Exposure create an environment where photography and painting inform and expand one another. Through the alchemy of collaboration, the exhibition softens distinctions between mediums and challenges expectations of how landscapes are represented.
All are welcome at this free event!
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Holiday Ornament Workshop
Join us on Saturday, December 13th from 10:00 am to noon at the WREN Gallery for a holiday ornament workshop with Kristine Lingle!
Participants will use malleable foil and an ancient technique, "repousse," to create dimensional pattern and texture.
Tools and templates will be provided.
$30 registration includes a $5 materials fee.
This workshop is limited to 10 participants, so reserve your spot today!
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades free RIDE class at RIDE Indoor Cycling
Try a free 30 minute RIDE indoor cycling class!
*Registration is required for this free class*
Making Paper Stars
Join us at WREN during Christmas in Bethlehem for a free and fun craft activity!
From 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, December 6th, we’ll be making paper bag stars in the WREN conference room.
Fun for the whole family! All materials will be provided.
Cookie Walk
On Saturday, December 6th, visit WREN for a favorite holiday tradition— the cookie walk!
We will have an assortment of festive cookies to choose from. Fill up a small tin for a suggested donation of $5, or a large tin for a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds go to the WREN fund!
Cookie donations are appreciated for this event— please email juliab@wrenworks.org if you’d like to contribute. Thank you!
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Opening Reception for Simple Joys
Join us in the gallery for the opening reception of Simple Joys. Enjoy the quiet beauty and heartfelt creativity of WREN’s member community at our annual member group show.
From 5-7 pm, enjoy seasonal refreshments, meet the artists, and explore a vibrant array of gifts friendly to every budget.
Simple Joys presents works that bring comfort, spark delight, and share the spirit of the winter season and the holidays.
All are welcome at this free event!
Community Movie and Dinner
We’re always working to create opportunities for community connection, and we are so happy to be partnering with The Colonial Theatre for this wonderful event! On Thursday, November 6th, join us for a special 3:00 pm screening of The Colonial’s feature film. After the movie, we can enjoy Bethlehem Community Dinner together! We hope you can join us.
The November 6th film is Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. The Colonial is offering a discounted ticket price of $7 for this special screening.
Bethlehem Community Dinner is by donation.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
NetWorking Lands Summit
RSVP here for this free event!
Join us on November 5th at the Rek’-Lis Pint House for this free networking event. The NetWorking Lands Summit seeks to spark collaboration across the working lands economy, strengthening the North Country by growing a more connected, resilient local food system.
This year’s gathering connects small-scale farmers, food producers, and local changemakers dedicated to the land and our regional food system.
From 4:00 to 7:00, we’ll share challenges and opportunities in small-scale farming, food systems, and creative entrepreneurship. Join us to build relationships with potential partners, buyers, funders, and collaborators. Together, we’ll discover resources and spark ideas that support local growth at the NetWorking Lands Summit!
Light refreshments will be provided, and a cash bar will be available.
This event is made possible in part by a sponsorship from Root to Rise.
Discussion Group: Better Balance for Life
RSVP here for this free discussion series!
This winter, Barb Shuchman will facilitate a book discussion series on Better Balance for Life by Carol Clements.
Better Balance for Life outlines a ten-week plan with simple activities to add to everyday routines. This is a book discussion series, and we will not actually be doing the physical activities together.
WREN will supply the books. Participants are welcome to borrow books from our lending library for the duration of the series, with the option to purchase the book at the end of the series.
The group will meet on Mondays at one o'clock for three one-hour sessions. The sessions will be held in WREN's basement conference room.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
WRENegades Rail Trail Walk with xNHAT
RESCHEDULING DUE TO RAIN, STAY TUNED FOR RESCHEDULED DATE!
WRENegades Walking Group
Join the WRENegades for a walk every Thursday morning at 9:30. Meet in the parking lot behind WREN. No registration necessary.
Annual Meeting
RSVP here for this free event!
Join us in the Gallery at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, October 15th for our annual meeting.
This is a great chance to learn more about WREN as we recap the past fiscal year.
All are welcome!
Artist Talk with Becky Field
RSVP here for this free event!
Join exhibiting photographer Becky Field for an artist talk at 1:30 pm on Saturday, October 11th.
Becky will introduce Crying in the Wilderness: An Immigrant’s Journey in Detention.
All are welcome at this free event.