A class all about CHOCOLATE?! It’s true! And it isn’t the only sweet learning experience to be found at Gardner Village during 2026. You can choose from one-time options or ongoing training, whether you want to learn the tricks of the chocolate trade, a bit about knit (and crochet!), how to create and bake sourdough bread, or the intricacies of art, painting, and drawing. Consider this your course catalog and an overview of the learning to love and spreading your creative wings at The Art Cottage, Willow Hill Yarn Company, Chocolate Covered Wagon and Happy Camper Deli and Bakery.
Classes: Drawing, Painting, and Special/Private Events
Age/Skill Level: Classes for children, teens, and adults, including beginning courses, one-time events, and ongoing learning.
Learn more here.
A new year is a great time to learn a new skill, and The Art Cottage has you covered in the creative department. Whether you want to make a date of it with your someone special or invest in an on-going learning experience, there are options for children and adults.
With two full-stocked classroom spaces, you’ll have all you need to try your hand at painting, give drawing a go, and more. The instructors are as kind as they are knowledgeable, so you’ll be learning from the best.
Plus, as an added bonus, you can even talk to The Art Cottage about putting your art up for sale in their store if that’s something that interests you.
Classes: Crochet and Knitting
Skill Level: Something for everybody!
Learn more here.
The numerous classes available at Willow Hill Yarn Company are right on point when it comes to needle arts. Whether you’ve been yearning to know more about yarn or simply want to increase your understanding, they have classes at all skill levels.
Always one to accommodate, they’ll even help you learn about a pattern and yarn you’ve picked up in store, even if you aren’t technically enrolled in a class.
Taking knitting needles or a crochet hook for a test drive might sound stressful or intense, but it isn’t. Not at Willow Hill. The atmosphere is so friendly. You can’t help but feel relaxed. Plus, not only do you leave with a new talent, you leave with new friends. That’s just the kind of community they have here. It feels like a home away from home!
Here’s a look at just a few of the many class types offered at Willow Hill. Check out their website for the complete lineup. Don't see the exact class you're looking for? Chat with the friendly staff and shop owner Emily. They're so accommodating and want to help you find joy in the world of yarn.
Class: Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate!
Age/Skill Level: All ages and levels!
Learn more by calling 801.938.1963
Welcome to this fine-food academy. Here, you’ll learn the history of chocolate and… aww, who are we kidding? This class is all about playing with your food. More specifically, your CANDY!
Of course, they do sneak some learning in. You get to see how taffy is made using an old-fashioned taffy pull machine. And you then get to try your hand at pulling your own sticky concoction.
You also discover how chocolate can actually work as an adhesive as you set to work designing your chocolate-covered wagons using cream-filled sponge cake, candy, cookies, and other delights.
Of course, Chocolate Covered Wagon is known for more than just its delicious chocolate and taffy. Their caramel apples are also legendary. If you opt to do so, you can add a lesson on apple decorating on to your course and have fun bringing your fruit to life.
You never know what kind of artistic masterpiece you’ll walk away with!
Classes: Sourdough Baking Classes
Age/Skill Level: Primarily suited to young adults and adults. No prior experience necessary.
Creative art isn’t limited to arts and crafts. Artisan baking is a delicious form of self-expression. Learn all the tasty tricks from the pros at Happy Camper Deli & Bakery. After all, they were named Best of State for a reason. Find more information and sign up here.
To learn more about all classes offered at Gardner Village, visit our Classes page. There's something for nearly every creative (and taste!) interest. Discover your new passion with us soon.
Friday Jan 2 2026
A class all about CHOCOLATE?! It’s true! And it isn’t the only sweet learning experience to be found at Gardner Village during 2026. You can choose from one-time options or ongoing training, whether you want to learn the tricks of the chocolate trade, a bit about knit (and crochet!), how to create and bake sourdough bread, or the intricacies of art, painting, and drawing. Consider this your course catalog and an overview of the learning to love and spreading your creative wings at The Art Cottage, Willow Hill Yarn Company, Chocolate Covered Wagon and Happy Camper Deli and Bakery.
The Art Cottage
Classes: Drawing, Painting, and Special/Private Events
Age/Skill Level: Classes for children, teens, and adults, including beginning courses, one-time events, and ongoing learning.
Learn more here.
A new year is a great time to learn a new skill, and The Art Cottage has you covered in the creative department. Whether you want to make a date of it with your someone special or invest in an on-going learning experience, there are options for children and adults.
With two full-stocked classroom spaces, you’ll have all you need to try your hand at painting, give drawing a go, and more. The instructors are as kind as they are knowledgeable, so you’ll be learning from the best.
Plus, as an added bonus, you can even talk to The Art Cottage about putting your art up for sale in their store if that’s something that interests you.
Willow Hill Yarn Company
Classes: Crochet and Knitting
Skill Level: Something for everybody!
Learn more here.
The numerous classes available at Willow Hill Yarn Company are right on point when it comes to needle arts. Whether you’ve been yearning to know more about yarn or simply want to increase your understanding, they have classes at all skill levels.
Always one to accommodate, they’ll even help you learn about a pattern and yarn you’ve picked up in store, even if you aren’t technically enrolled in a class.
Taking knitting needles or a crochet hook for a test drive might sound stressful or intense, but it isn’t. Not at Willow Hill. The atmosphere is so friendly. You can’t help but feel relaxed. Plus, not only do you leave with a new talent, you leave with new friends. That’s just the kind of community they have here. It feels like a home away from home!
Here’s a look at just a few of the many class types offered at Willow Hill. Check out their website for the complete lineup. Don't see the exact class you're looking for? Chat with the friendly staff and shop owner Emily. They're so accommodating and want to help you find joy in the world of yarn.
Chocolate Covered Wagon
Class: Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate!
Age/Skill Level: All ages and levels!
Learn more by calling 801.938.1963
Welcome to this fine-food academy. Here, you’ll learn the history of chocolate and… aww, who are we kidding? This class is all about playing with your food. More specifically, your CANDY!
Of course, they do sneak some learning in. You get to see how taffy is made using an old-fashioned taffy pull machine. And you then get to try your hand at pulling your own sticky concoction.
You also discover how chocolate can actually work as an adhesive as you set to work designing your chocolate-covered wagons using cream-filled sponge cake, candy, cookies, and other delights.
Of course, Chocolate Covered Wagon is known for more than just its delicious chocolate and taffy. Their caramel apples are also legendary. If you opt to do so, you can add a lesson on apple decorating on to your course and have fun bringing your fruit to life.
You never know what kind of artistic masterpiece you’ll walk away with!
Happy Camper Deli and Bakery
Classes: Sourdough Baking Classes
Age/Skill Level: Primarily suited to young adults and adults. No prior experience necessary.
Creative art isn’t limited to arts and crafts. Artisan baking is a delicious form of self-expression. Learn all the tasty tricks from the pros at Happy Camper Deli & Bakery. After all, they were named Best of State for a reason. Find more information and sign up here.
To learn more about all classes offered at Gardner Village, visit our Classes page. There's something for nearly every creative (and taste!) interest. Discover your new passion with us soon.