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SUMMARY:Art on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Art on Tap: A Toast to 18 Years! \nSpiva’s beloved tasting event returns—now celebrating 18 years of brews\, bites\, and community cheer! Join us for a lively evening filled with craft beer\, delicious eats\, great company\, live music by the Bluff Dwellers\, and a silent auction! A selection of curated items and themed baskets will be up for grabs\, with 100% of proceeds supporting Spiva’s exhibitions\, classes\, and outreach programs. \nReady to get your craft on? We’ll have vintage-style motel keychains and bottle cap keychains ready for you to customize to your hearts content😊🎉🗝 \nMembers get in FREE as a thank-you for your ongoing support. Not a member? No problem—join today and enjoy free admission plus year-round perks. \n  \nParticipating local businesses: \n• Homebrew Club \n• Missouri Eagle \n• Chaos Brewing Company \n• Eagles Landing \n• Starbucks \n• Frosted Cakerie \n• Sweet Emotions \n• Papa Murphy’s \n• Auntie Anne’s \n• American Media – Good Vibes Lounge \n  \nBecome a Sponsor \nShow your support for the arts and gain exposure among Spiva’s vibrant community of members\, patrons\, and art lovers. Sponsorship includes a variety of premium benefits—and most importantly\, it helps make this event possible. View sponsorship information HERE! \nAlign your brand with creativity\, culture\, and connection. Secure your sponsorship today and be part of a night to remember! \n  \nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nBeer Stein Sponsor: Glizzy Girlz Golf
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/art-on-tap/
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SUMMARY:Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing
DESCRIPTION:Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing\nAges: 16+\nInstructors: Kimberly Moreland & Chloe VanBecelaere \nSaturday June 6\, 11 am – 2 pm \nCost: $75 per session\nCapacity: Limited to 10 students \nOutput: Up to 4 finished pieces total \nJoin Kimblery and Chloe for an immersive pottery experience that blends wheel throwing and hand building in a supportive\, small-group setting. This class is ideal for beginners and returning students looking to strengthen their ceramic skills while working across techniques. \nEach participant will receive 30 minutes on the pottery wheel\, with Kimberly offering hands-on guidance in small groups throughout the process. In addition\, students will create a hand-built piece led by Chloe\, exploring form\, texture\, and personal expression. \nWhat to expect: \n\n\nGuided wheel throwing instruction (30 minutes per student) \n\n\nA hand-built ceramics project \n\n\nIndividualized support in a small class setting \n\n\nAll pieces professionally fired \n\n\nFinished work ready for pickup within one month \n\n\nAll materials and firings are included. \nA well-rounded ceramics class that encourages exploration\, skill-building\, and confidence in clay. \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/pottery-hand-building-wheel-throwing/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #2
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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Guided Class
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jade Henning-Cantrell\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: $10 per session\, $55 for the entire Summer\nProject: Cyanotype Printing  \nDescription\nStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming\, instructor-led art class designed for adults ages 55 and up. Join Jordan Murdock-Thompson every other Friday to explore a variety of structured projects across different mediums and techniques—everything from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media. Each session offers step-by-step guidance\, time to experiment\, and plenty of encouragement as you build skills and enjoy the creative process in community. \nOn alternating weeks\, Jesse McCormick facilitates Studio 55: Open Studio. Open Studio sessions provide access to a wide range of supplies and mediums for you to explore—or you’re welcome to bring your own. A great opportunity to create in company. Free for anyone bringing their own supplies or a small fee to use Spiva’s supplies. Learn more about Studio 55: Open Studio by visiting an Open Studio listing on our website. \nWhat to expect in a guided Studio 55 class: \n\n\nGuided projects with clear instruction (great for beginners and returning artists) \n\n\nA rotating mix of mediums and techniques throughout the season \n\n\nA relaxed\, social studio environment focused on learning and enjoyment \n\n\nSchedule:  \n\nJune 5\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided with Jade\nJune 19\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided & Open\nJuly 10\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided & Open\nJuly 17\, 2 – 4 pm: Open\nJuly 24\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided\nAugust 7\, 2 – 4 pm: Open\nAugust 14\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided\nAugust 21\, 2 – 4 pm: Open\nAugust 28\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided\n\nRegistration note: Space is limited—advance registration recommended. \nAt Spiva\, we believe art should be accessible to everyone. A 50% off scholarship discount is available for Studio 55—use code 5off55 at checkout. This code is openly available for anyone who may experience a barrier to participating. Additional scholarships are also available for those who need further support. \nWant to sign up for every session in one quick checkout? Visit this link!
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/studio-55-guided-class-3-2/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Guided & Open Studio Full Summer Passes
DESCRIPTION:Plan to join us for a summer of Studio 55? Buy a discounted bundle to attend each class with one quick sign up.  \nGuided Class Description \nCost: $10 per session\, $55 for the entire Summer\n\nStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming\, instructor-led art class designed for adults ages 55 and up. Join Jordan Murdock-Thompson every other Friday to explore a variety of structured projects across different mediums and techniques—everything from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media. Each session offers step-by-step guidance\, time to experiment\, and plenty of encouragement as you build skills and enjoy the creative process in community. \nOn alternating weeks\, Jesse McCormick facilitates Studio 55: Open Studio. Open Studio sessions provide access to a wide range of supplies and mediums for you to explore—or you’re welcome to bring your own. A great opportunity to create in company. Free for anyone bringing their own supplies or a small fee to use Spiva’s supplies. Learn more about Studio 55: Open Studio by visiting an Open Studio listing on our website. \nWhat to expect in a guided Studio 55 class: \n\n\nGuided projects with clear instruction (great for beginners and returning artists) \n\n\nA rotating mix of mediums and techniques throughout the season \n\n\nA relaxed\, social studio environment focused on learning and enjoyment \n\n\n  \nOpen Studio Description \nCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $10 to use Spiva supplies (or $45 for the Summer Session) \n\nStudio 55: Open Studio is a relaxed\, welcoming open-work session designed for adults ages 55 and up. Facilitated by Jesse McCormick\, these sessions offer dedicated studio time to work independently in a shared creative space. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials or explore a variety of supplies available at Spiva. \nOn alternating weeks\, Studio 55: Guided offers structured\, instructor-led art classes led by Jordan Murdock-Thompson. These sessions focus on guided projects across a variety of mediums and techniques\, with step-by-step instruction and time to explore in a supportive\, social studio environment. \nWhat to expect in an open studio class:  \n\n\nOpen studio time with access to shared supplies and workspace \n\n\nFreedom to explore your own projects or experiment with new materials \n\n\nA supportive\, social environment focused on creativity and connection \n\n\n  \nRegistration note: Space is limited—advance registration recommended. \nAt Spiva\, we believe art should be accessible to everyone. A 50% off scholarship discount is available for Studio 55—use code 5off55 at checkout. This code is openly available for anyone who may experience a barrier to participating. Additional scholarships are also available for those who need further support. \nSummer Schedule: \n\nJune 5\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided with Jade\nJune 19\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided & Open\nJuly 10\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided & Open\nJuly 17\, 2 – 4 pm: Open\nJuly 24\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided\nAugust 7\, 2 – 4 pm: Open\nAugust 14\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided\nAugust 21\, 2 – 4 pm: Open\nAugust 28\, 2 – 4 pm: Guided\n\nLooking to sign up for individual sessions? Click this link and find your desired date>
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/studio-55-summer-passes/
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SUMMARY:Reception | Jesse McCormick's Whirled World of Freed Fantasies
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reception celebrating Jesse McCormick’s Whirled World of Freed Fantasies in the Harry M. Cornell Jr. Gallery. \nJesse will also have an Artist Talk taking place on Sunday\, July 12th at 2:00pm.\n$10 Suggested Donation
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/reception-jesse-mccormicks-whirled-world-of-freed-fantasies/
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Club 609 Benefit Day
DESCRIPTION:Want a delicious way to support local art? Join us at Club 609 Benefit Day where they are generously donating 10% of proceeds to Spiva Center for the Arts – this goes directly to support programming\, exhibits\, classes\, and more that keeps art accessible in our community. \nCheck out 609’s menu\, drinks\, and history here: club609.com
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/club-609-benefit-day-3/
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SUMMARY:CALL FOR ART | Art: Outside the Box
DESCRIPTION:Artists and creatives of all experience levels are invited to submit original artwork for a public art project that will bring color and creativity to downtown Joplin. Selected designs will be professionally reproduced as vinyl wraps and installed on utility boxes throughout downtown Joplin\, adding vibrancy and a stronger sense of place to everyday infrastructure. This project celebrates the power of art to energize public spaces\, reflect the spirit of our community\, and create unexpected moments of visual interest throughout the city.\n\n\n\nWHO CAN ENTER?\n• Open to artists and creators in Youth (17 & under) and Adult (18+) categories. All media welcome!\n\n\n\nTHEME\n• Create something bold\, creative\, and public-art friendly.\n• Suggested inspiration includes:\n• Community & connection\n• Nature\, color & pattern\n• Movement\, energy & transformation\n• Creative takes on Joplin identity\n\n\n\nSUBMISSION DETAILS\n• Entry Fee: $10\n• Up to 2 designs per artist\n• Submissions open now!\n• Deadline: June 8\, 2026 at 11:59 PM\n\n\n\n★ Apply on CaFE here: https://bit.ly/artoutsidethebox-apply\n★ View the full prospectus here: https://bit.ly/artoutsidethebox-prospectus\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS?\n• More information | https://www.downtownjoplin.com/event/art-outside-the-box/\n• General Questions | Lori Haun\, Downtown Joplin Alliance | 417-501-9649 | lori@downtownjoplin.com\n• Art entry or CaFÉ Technical Support | 417-623-0183 | exhibits@spivaarts.org | https://artist-help.callforentry.org/col/intro
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/call-for-art-art-outside-the-box/
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