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title: "10 FRG events to consider that aren’t coffee"
date: "2024-08-08"
modified: "2024-08-08"
authors:
  - name: "Kait Hanson"
    job_title: "Senior Contributor, Army Spouse"
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url: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-milspouse/10-frg-events-to-consider-that-arent-coffee/"
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  - "Family"
  - "Mighty MilSpouse"
---

# 10 FRG events to consider that aren’t coffee

![women paint canvases](<https://www.wearethemighty.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1000w_q95-25.webp>)
*The RAF Mildenhall Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team hosted a ‘Breathe, Sip, Paint’ class on RAF Mildenhall, England, Oct. 27, 2017. The SAPR office offers a hands on art class to active-duty military and civilians on base. This is the 12th time that the SAPR office has offered the ‘Breathe, Sip, Paint’ class. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Lee)*

Military Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) are vital in building community and providing support for military spouses and families, but their activities don't always have to revolve around coffee or food. Exploring creative and engaging alternatives can strengthen bonds, foster a sense of belonging, and enhance the overall well-being of members – plus it gives you a chance to try something new.

## 10 FRG Events To Consider That Aren’t Coffee

There are countless ways for FRGs to connect and thrive beyond the typical meet-ups. These diverse activities not only offer fun and relaxation, but also empower families to navigate military life with resilience and unity. We’ve sourced locations in military towns across the country, but this is just a small sampling – be sure to look up what your town has to offer!

**Glass Blowing**

![](<https://www.wearethemighty.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image_5b5073.png>)
*Team Chihuly finishes a piece of glass art designed by founder Dale Chihuly at the Museum of Glass Feb. 18, 2013, in Tacoma, Wash. More than 1,500 participants, predominately based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, participated in the museum’s military appreciation day. (Photo by U.S. Army Sgt. James Bunn/Released)*

Create beautiful glass art pieces and learn about the glass-blowing process at workshops like [McFadden Art Glass](<https://mcfaddenartglass.com/>) in Baltimore, Maryland.

**Pottery Making**

Create your own ceramics, from mugs to vases, at studios like [Throwin’ Gold](<https://www.throwin-gold.com/>) in San Antonio, Texas

**Candle Making**

Design and craft personalized candles at studios like [Candlefish](<https://www.candlefish.com/pages/location>) in Boston, Massachusetts and Charleston, South Carolina.

**Woodworking**

Build and carve various wood projects in classes like those offered at [Woodworks Studio](<https://www.woodworksstudio.com/>) in Denver, Colorado.

**Stained Glass Art**

![](<https://www.wearethemighty.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image_c1afff.png>)
*Portsmouth, Va. (July 20, 2018) Cmdr. Michael Chaney, deputy command chaplain at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP), helps Bill Miller of Shining Light Stained Glass in Poquoson, Virginia, install the sixth stained glass window. The last of six stained glass windows was installed in NMCP’s chapel, marking another step toward the completion of its transformation into the “Chapel of Comfort.” (U.S. Navy photo by Rebecca A. Perron)*

Create beautiful stained glass pieces at studios like [Ed’s Emporium](<https://edsemporium.com/index.php/classes-workshops/>) in Louisiana.

**Jewelry Making**

Design and craft your own jewelry at workshops like [Meltdown Studio](<https://www.meltdownstudio.com/>) in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

**Soap Making**

Create custom soaps with different shapes, colors, and scents at companies like [Seattle Sundries](<https://www.seattlesundries.com/>) in Seattle, Washington.

**Paint and Sip Classes**

Enjoy a guided painting session while sipping on beverages with companies like [Board & Brush](<https://boardandbrush.com/louisville/>), which has locations nationwide including Fayetteville, North Carolina, Louisville, Kentucky and Little Rock, Arkansas.

**Creating Custom Lipstick**

Formulate and craft custom shades of lipstick at boutiques like [Lip Lab](<https://www.liplab.com/>), which has more than 10 locations nationwide including Washington, DC, New York City, and Chicago.

**Calligraphy and Hand Lettering**

Develop skills in beautiful writing and lettering techniques from artists like those at [Penworks Calligraphy](<https://penworkscalligraphy.com/>) in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

## Author
Kait Hanson is a Hawaii-based writer and photographer. Her work has been featured by Military Spouse Magazine, Coastal Living, Frommer's, Fodor's Travel, Jetstar Magazine, [TODAY.com](<https://today.com/>) and more. She is also the creative stylist behind her award-winning lifestyle website, CommuniKait. When she's not traveling, Kait enjoys spending time with her husband and two chocolate Labs, trying out new recipes or relaxing at the beach with a good book.