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Nonfiction Book Club
Spend time discussing this month’s pick, In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss by Amy Bloom. Chat about the book with something to snack on if you like. Food can be ordered from the Lemon Tree for pickup at the book club.
Page 158 BooksSummer Adult Craft Club
Adult Craft Club at Hip Hip Parade offers relaxed, beginner-friendly studio sessions where adults can unwind, explore new techniques, and complete a handmade project in each class. Every workshop features a different craft, such as transforming a folded book into a vase with floral accents, painting coir door mats, experimenting with textured canvases, creating pressed flower pieces, crafting wreaths from book pages, stamping designs on tea towels and a bag, and arranging sea glass into art. Participants finish with something they can take home. Classes are led by Michael and Jennifer Bailey, a husband-and-wife team from Franklinton, North Carolina. Both are educators, creatives, and small business owners. Jennifer runs Baker Bailey NC, and Michael is the creator behind The Plot Twist Paper Co. They bring an inviting, upbeat energy to each session. All supplies are included. Wearing clothing that can handle a bit of glue or paint is recommended. Space is limited and materials are prepared in advance. Registrations are nonrefundable. If plans change, contacting the organizer at least 48 hours before class may allow a transfer to another available date, depending on openings. Cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows are not eligible for a refund or transfer. If Hip Hip Parade needs to cancel or reschedule, participants will be offered a transfer, credit, or refund.
Guided Meditation
Experience a calming guided meditation led by Marnie, who brings more than seven years of practice to each session. She weaves soothing sound frequencies with gentle direction to support self-healing. You can choose to sink into a deep inner journey or simply rest and unwind at your own pace. This session welcomes ages 15 and up. Participants under 18 must attend with an adult and maintain a quiet and respectful presence. No prior experience is required. For comfort, a thick yoga mat, a blanket, a pillow, and an eye pillow are provided, and bolsters are available on a first come, first served basis. You are welcome to bring extra cushions, pillows, or blankets to make the floor more comfortable. The practice is designed to settle the nervous system, promote relaxation, uplift mood and energy, support immune function, and encourage better sleep, sharper concentration, mental clarity, personal growth, and overall mental and emotional wellness. The price is $20. Please leave cell phones and smart watches in your vehicle or secure them in a locker for the duration of the class.
Wednesday Pool Tournament
Test your skills in a friendly 8-ball pool tournament at Keith's Store in Wake Forest. The format is double elimination and the entry fee is $10. Bring your cue, enjoy a drink, and see who comes out on top.
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