Community Calendar

RD holds secular, science-based addiction recovery support groups every Monday. We are LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent led/friendly. Harm reduction approaches welcomed. Sober curious folks are welcomed. Anyone questioning their relationship to substances is welcomed. No student observers, please.

Using principles learned from the Fundamentals, Figure/Head, and Painting classes, we’ll apply our knowledge and skills to Great Master artworks. We’ll learn watercolor basics (wet on wet,wet on dry, color mixing). Each week we’ll look at various artists such as Rubens, Rembrandt, Winslow Homer and more. From each, we’ll cover the human figure, landscapes, and abstracts.

All levels welcome!

Course Outline

Week 1: Overview/Review, Wet on Wet, Wet on Dry/Damp, Water Control, Brushes

Week 2: Simple Volumes, Visualizing simple masses, Value

Week 3: Monochrome, Using Black and Earth-tones

Week 4: Warm and Cools

Week 5: Color, Working with Primaries, Color Mixing

Week 6: Long-Form Master Study, Applying our skills to a single study

Using principles learned from the Fundamentals, Figure/Head, and Painting classes, we’ll apply our knowledge and skills to Great Master artworks. We’ll learn watercolor basics (wet on wet,wet on dry, color mixing). Each week we’ll look at various artists such as Rubens, Rembrandt, Winslow Homer and more. From each, we’ll cover the human figure, landscapes, and abstracts.

Course Outline

Week 1: Overview/ Review, Wet on Wet, Wet on Dry/Damp, Water Control Brushes, Strokes Pencils, paint, ink

Week 2: Simple Volumes, Visualizing simple masses Value

Week 3: Monochrome, Using Black and Earth-tones, Rubens and Rembrandt

Week 4: Warm and Cools

Week 5: Color, Working with Primaries, Color Mixing, Winslow Homer scenes, Georgia O’ Keefe abstracts, Sargent

Week 6: Long-Form Master Study, Applying our skills to a single study

Suggested Reading:

1) Figure Drawing For Artists by Steve Huston

2) Drawing Lessons from the Great Masters & Master Class In Figure Drawing by Robert Beverly Hale

All Supplies and Materials provided- Adults 18+

If you missed this series in
2023 -- or simply want a fresh perspective -- now’s
your chance to revisit the Gilded Age, one of the
most complex and captivating periods in American history. From 1877 to 1896, America saw explosive industrial growth, technological innovation, and immense wealth for a fortunate few. But
beneath the glittering surface were the untold
stories of those who made that world run.
In this third class of the series, Historians and
authors Nancy Markey and Kay Adams shift the
spotlight to the people who lived and labored behind the grand doors of families like the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, and Carnegies. Much like the
downstairs staff of Downton Abbey, America
had its own domestic workforce -- maids, butlers,
cooks, coachmen -- whose lives were defined by
long hours and strict hierarchies.
Through rich storytelling and historical insight,
Nancy and Kay bring to life the experiences of
the working class during this era of opulence and
inequality. Discover what daily life was really like
for the staff who kept Gilded Age households running. While this is part of an ongoing series, each
class stands alone; join us for one or many

The Season of Love & Kindness (Wood → Fire) -​ Tai Chi–Inspired Movement for Energy, Balance & Stress Relief

What if your energy didn’t just improve this season… but actually came alive?

Join us for a 6-week Qigong series on the mountain designed to help you release tension, restore energy, and move into summer feeling open and steady.

This is more than a class. It’s a reset.

Rooted in Qigong—an ancient practice combining slow movement, breathwork, and meditation—each session builds on the last. By the end, you won’t just follow movements. You’ll have a practice you can return to anytime you need to reset.

No experience needed.

Over six weeks, you’ll move through a natural progression:

Release tension and soften the body
Build breath and coordinated movement
Develop presence, clarity, and ease
This is a grounded, steady practice designed for real life.

The Yvonne Richardson
Community Center (YRCC) has been a cornerstone of the Fayetteville community since 1996
— and it just got even better! Join us for a special session celebrating the Center’s exciting
expansion, featuring new community rooms,
a hardwood gymnasium, and a fully equipped
instructional kitchen.
This interactive class includes a guided tour
of the upgraded facility led by YRCC Director
Josh Lainfiesta, an open discussion about current and future programs, and a brief, hands-on
cooking activity in the new kitchen. Whether
you’re a long-time supporter or new to YRCC,
this is a wonderful opportunity to connect,
learn, and help shape the future of this vibrant
community space.
About YRCC: Founded in 1996 and named in
memory of Yvonne Richardson, daughter of former Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball Coach
Nolan Richardson, the Yvonne Richardson Community Center’s mission is to prepare today’s
youth for tomorrow’s challenges by offering enriching recreational, educational, and social opportunities. While youth development remains
its core focus, YRCC proudly serves people of all
ages through inclusive programs and events
that strengthen community connections

Discover the fun and challenge of Mah Jongg, a centuries-old Chinese
tile game that’s gaining popularity across the
U.S.! This beginner-friendly course introduces
the game’s fascinating history and teaches official rules and strategies based on the National
Mah Jongg League standards.
Participants will learn through a mix of lecture,
discussion, and guided game play, all led by
experienced instructors from the Springdale
Senior Center. They will cover everything from
tile recognition and rules to strategy and scoring, with step-by-step guidance designed for
newcomers. Enjoy a supportive, social setting
where you can ask questions, get hands-on
help, and build your skills with fellow learners.
It’s fun, social, and great for brain health. Come
join us and start your Mah Jongg journey -- no
experience needed!

In this class we will apply basic drawing principles to the study of Heads after past artists. Constructive drawing will be discussed in analyzing artists such as Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Raphael and more. Topics will include Structure, Shape, and Proportion. Artists will be discussed, short demo given, and exercises to work on. Personal 1-on-1 instruction offered throughout.

All levels welcome and supplies will be provided. Students are welcome to bring their own as well (drawing boards, tabletop easels, etc.)

In this class we will explore the medium of watercolor. I’ll go over the standard materials and tools. We’ll learn fundamentals such as Wet-on Wet, Wet-on-Dry, Color Mixing and more. Each week we’ll draw and paint from life exploring various subject matter from the simplest shapes to florals to even past great artists of the medium.

Course Outline

Week 1: Overview Paints, Brushes, Palette setup, Basic Flat Washes

Week 2: Drawing Simple Volumes: Line and shape Value: Scales and Weight

Week 3: Basic Watercolor Techniques Graded Washes, Variegated Wash, Glazing/Layering Brushwork + Paper, Graphic Brushstrokes, Puddling, Wiping

Week 4: Color 1 Color Wheel: Value, Temperature, Intensity, Greys

Week 5: Color 2 Color Mixing, Perception and Illusion

Week 6: Long-Form Study from Life/Reference Applying our skills to a single study: Still-life, your own household object(s), or a GreatMaster copy

Suggested Reading

1) The Watercolor Book by David Dewey

2) Figure Drawing For Artists by Steve Huston

3) Drawing Lessons from the Great Masters & Master Class In Figure Drawing by Robert Beverly Hale

All supplies included. Ages 18+