‘New Year, Renewed You’ virtual workshop on Jan. 8
If you have made a New Year’s resolution and would like help getting started or staying motivated, attend “New Year, Renewed You,” a free online event hosted by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Life Coach Sabrina Caverly leads the virtual workshop from 6-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at NOLS.org/events for the Zoom link. No registration is needed.
The workshop will help you identify and implement new habits and show you how to better care for yourself along the way. Caverly will be your guide as you create a personalized and achievable plan for becoming your best self in 2025.
Arts Commission offers sculpture workshop
Update: This event has been postponed to April due to a serious family emergency, according to city officials. – SG Staff
The Sequim Arts Commission will offer a free “Whimsical Mechanical Sculpture” workshop, led by illustrator and mechanical sculpture artist Cecilia Olivera-Hillway, on Saturday, Jan. 11 from 1-3 p.m. at the Guy Cole Event Center located in Carrie Blake Community Park, 202 N. Blake Ave.
Mechanical Sculpture, or Automata, is a clever way to animate sculptures or three-dimensional art by utilizing simple cranks, gears and other mechanical parts to create sculptures that move. Students participating in this workshop will learn about Automata and simple engineering practices to create their own moving sculptures out of cardboard and wood.
Materials, tools and inspiration will be provided with hands-on instruction by Olivera-Hillway. No experience is necessary, and the workshop is open to ages 12 and up.
RSVP by sending an email to Sarah Hurt, arts coordinator for the city of Sequim, at shurt@sequimwa.gov or call and leave a message to reserve your spot at 360-582-2477. Space is limited, so early reservations are recommended.
NOLS hosts Teen Night
Students in grades 7–12 are invited to an after-hours Teen Night from 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, at the Sequim Library’s temporary location, 609 W. Washington St. This month’s featured activity is crafting. Attendees can enjoy free pizza and use the provided supplies to draw, journal, make friendship bracelets, create diamond paintings or bring a craft project to work on.
Teen Night, held on the second Friday of each month, offers a variety of activities inspired by suggestions from the Teen Advisory Board. For the Feb. 14 movie night theme, the library will screen the 2024 animated film “The Wild Robot” based on the bestselling illustrated novel by Peter Brown. Then, on March 14, teens can come to an ‘80s Party with retro games, music and a movie from the 1980s.
For more information, visit NOLS.org/events, call 360-683-1161, or email teens@nols.org. This program is generously funded in part by Friends of Sequim Library.
Winter High Tea held at Sherwood
Sherwood Assisted Living hosts The Peace of Winter High Tea, a serene and elegant afternoon to celebrate the quiet beauty of the season, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 550 W. Hendrickson Road.
Guests are invited to relax and enjoy a carefully curated tea experience, complete with delightful appetizers and soothing live music.
Guests will enjoy a variety of hand-selected teas, complemented by savory appetizers prepared by Sherwood’s talented chefs. The peaceful ambiance will be enhanced by the music of Brian Douglas, a jazz guitarist with over 54 years of experience in playing, writing and performing. Known for blending a variety of musical influences, including Blues, Rock, Jazz, Latin and Contemporary styles, Brian’s unique sound will provide a tranquil backdrop to the afternoon.
Event Highlights Include:
• A selection of premium teas to suit all tastes
• Savory appetizers specially crafted by the chefs of Sherwood
• The soothing melodies of jazz guitarist Brian Douglas
This event is free of charge, and we encourage residents, their families and the local community to attend.
Space is limited, so we kindly ask that attendees RSVP by Jan. 22 to secure their spot. To RSVP, call Sherwood Assisted Living at 360-683-3348.
Lodge presents art exhibit
The Lodge at Sherwood Village, 660 W. Evergreen Farm Way, will host its annual art exhibit on Wednesday, Jan. 15. The exhibit will take place in the lobby from 2-4 p.m. and will feature the work of watercolor and acrylic pour students as well as that of renowned acrylic artist Bob S. Attendees can enjoy complimentary refreshments and participate in creating a neurographic art piece. Neurographic art involves drawing free-flowing lines and transforming them into visually captivating and harmonious designs.
Nature Center screens movie
The Dungeness River Nature Center will blast off its January space-themed film series with “Woman in Motion,” a documentary celebrating the life and legacy of Nichelle Nichols from “Star Trek” to NÅSA. The screening will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday (Jan. 9) in Rainshadow Hall. Tickets are $10 each, with all proceeds supporting the DRNC’s educational programs. The Center is located at 1943 W. Henrickson Rd. Those with questions can contact Montana Napier at 360-681-5637.
