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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jesse McCormick\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $5 to use Spiva supplies (or $30 for the Fall/Winter session) \nDescription\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 \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\nRegistration note: Advance registration recommended. Space is limited. \n  \nProjects:  \n\nSeptember 4: Paper Mache Containers – Part 1\nSeptember 11: Open Studio\nSeptember 18: Paper Mache Containers – Part 2\nOctober 2: Lace Spider Web Frames\nOctober 9: Open Studio\nOctober 16: Polymer Clay Creations\nOctober 23: Open Studio\nOctober 30: Moody Masters – Casper David Friedrich inspired landscape paintings\nNovember 6: Open Studio\nNovember 13: DIY Wrapping Paper\nNovember 20: Open Studio\nDecember 11: Open Studio\nDecember 18: Beaded Ornaments\nJanuary 8: Open Studio\n\n  \nScholarship & Accessibility\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-open-studio-6/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Second Sunday at Spiva | Galleries Open
DESCRIPTION:We asked\, and you answered! The galleries will be open from 1-4pm the second Sunday of each month. We’re striving to make the arts more accessible\, no matter your schedule! \nSundays work best for you? Mark your calendars for these days in 2026\, 1-4pm: \nNovember 8 \nDecember 13 \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/second-sunday-at-spiva-galleries-open-8/
CATEGORIES:Events
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CREATED:20260812T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T160451Z
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SUMMARY:Afterschool Art | Creation Station & Mini Makers
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday afternoons at 4 pm for our two afterschool art programs\, Mini Makers and Creation Station!\n  \n\n \n\n\n\n\nCreation Station | Ages: 6-11\nInstructor: Emily Cole\nTime: 4-5 pm\nCost: $10 | Creation Station is now $8 thanks to the Lemons Charitable Trust!\nMini Makers | Ages: 2–5\nInstructor: Jade Henning-Cantrell\nTime: 4-5 pm\nCost: $10 | Mini Makers is now $8 thanks to the Lemons Charitable Trust!\n\n\n\nCreation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on projects. Each week features a new theme and medium—ranging from painting and drawing to sculpture\, printmaking\, and mixed media.. Students receive step-by-step guidance while being encouraged to make choices that personalize their artwork\,  helping them build skills\, confidence\, and creative problem-solving.  \nThis class is perfect for kids who love experimenting with different materials and want to grow their artistic voice in a supportive environment. \n\n\nMini Makers is a playful\, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration\, creativity\, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. \n \nProjects are process-focused and help strengthen fine motor skills\, early problem-solving\, and self-expression—while still being fun\, flexible\, and engaging for little hands.\n \nMini Makers is a parent-led class. This means parents are expected to stay in the classroom during the program to work with their young artists.\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 1 – Air Dry Clay 3D Landscapes \nSeptember 8 – Wonky Town Maps \nSeptember 15 – String Art \nSeptember 22 – Mini Dioramas \nSeptember 29 – Crayon Sandpaper Monoprints \nOctober 6 – Textured Plaster Art \nOctober 13 – Tissue Paper Lanterns \nOctober 20 – Oil Pastel Transfers \nOctober 28 – Halloween Edition: Tissue Paper Suncatchers \nNovember 3 – Monet Finger Painting \nNovember 10 – Shooting Stars  \nNovember 17 – Lego Prints \nNovember 24 – No Class | Thanksgiving Break \n\n\n\nSeptember 1 – Felt Mini Quilts \nSeptember 8 – Beans\, Seeds\, & Glam Mosaics \nSeptember 15 – Watercolor Resist Leaf Rubbings (with Rachel Cabral) \nSeptember 22 – Mixed Media Suns (with Rachel Cabral) \nSeptember 29 – Bug Day | Build-a-Bug & Watercolor Beetles \n\nOctober 6 – Pumpkin Paintings with Shapes \nOctober 13 –Screaming Streamer Windsocks \nOctober 20 – Pull String Color Ghosts \nOctober 28 – Halloween Edition: Patchwork Jack-o’-lantern \nNovember 3 – Picasso Faces \nNovember 10 – Mini Jar Lanterns \nNovember 17 – Oil Pastel Painting \nNovember 24 – No Class | Thanksgiving Break \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nWhat to Expect & Good-to-Know Info:\n– A focus on exploration\, not just finished results\n– Opportunities to build confidence and creative curiosity\n– All supplies provided \n– Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy in\n– Pre-registration is required. Walk-in availability will be limited and may not be available at all depending on the number of online sign-ups. \n– Sign up options include individual sessions\, monthly passes\, and seasonal passes.\n \n\n\nMulti-Session Pass Sales | Scroll down for Individual Sessions\n\n\n      \n        \n      \n    \n\n\nIndividual Session Sales | Scroll up for Multi-Session Pass Sales\n\n      \n        \n      \n    \n\n \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/after-school-art/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Guided Class
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jordan Murdock-Thompson\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: $10 per session\, $65 for the entire Fall/Winter \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\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! \nProjects:  \nSeptember 4: Paper Mache Containers – Part 1 \nSeptember 18: Paper Mache Containers – Part 2 \nOctober 2: Lace Spider Web Frames \nOctober 16: Polymer Clay Creations \nOctober 30: Moody Masters – Casper David Friedrich inspired landscape paintings \nNovember 13: DIY Wrapping Paper \nDecember 18: Beaded Ornaments
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/studio-55-guided-class-4/2026-11-13/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T123000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 8 – Adult \nTeacher: Jane McCaulley \nDate: Saturday\, November 14 | 10:30 am-12:30 pm \nDuration: 2 Hours \nCost: $40 \n  \nGet a head start on holiday decorating in this fused glass workshop with Jane McCaulley. You’ll explore the basics of fused glass while creating your own holiday keepsake ornament\, layering and arranging glass pieces into a design of your choice. \nJane will fire your piece and return your completed ornament to you in approximately one week — just in time to add to your tree. \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/fused-glass-ornaments/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260729T150050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T165930Z
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SUMMARY:Figure Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 14 – Adult \nTeacher: Jordan Murdock-Thompson \nDate: Saturday\, November 14 | 11:00 am-1:00 pm \nDuration: 2 Hours \nCost: $25 \n  \nOne of Spiva’s most requested classes is back! Enhance your figure drawing skills in this beginner course focused on observation\, structure\, and practice. With Jordan Murdock-Thompson leading the way\, you’ll learn gesture drawing\, human proportions\, and anatomical landmarks while developing the confidence to draw expressively — prioritizing expression over perfection. \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/figure-drawing/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260812T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T160451Z
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SUMMARY:Afterschool Art | Creation Station & Mini Makers
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday afternoons at 4 pm for our two afterschool art programs\, Mini Makers and Creation Station!\n  \n\n \n\n\n\n\nCreation Station | Ages: 6-11\nInstructor: Emily Cole\nTime: 4-5 pm\nCost: $10 | Creation Station is now $8 thanks to the Lemons Charitable Trust!\nMini Makers | Ages: 2–5\nInstructor: Jade Henning-Cantrell\nTime: 4-5 pm\nCost: $10 | Mini Makers is now $8 thanks to the Lemons Charitable Trust!\n\n\n\nCreation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on projects. Each week features a new theme and medium—ranging from painting and drawing to sculpture\, printmaking\, and mixed media.. Students receive step-by-step guidance while being encouraged to make choices that personalize their artwork\,  helping them build skills\, confidence\, and creative problem-solving.  \nThis class is perfect for kids who love experimenting with different materials and want to grow their artistic voice in a supportive environment. \n\n\nMini Makers is a playful\, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration\, creativity\, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. \n \nProjects are process-focused and help strengthen fine motor skills\, early problem-solving\, and self-expression—while still being fun\, flexible\, and engaging for little hands.\n \nMini Makers is a parent-led class. This means parents are expected to stay in the classroom during the program to work with their young artists.\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 1 – Air Dry Clay 3D Landscapes \nSeptember 8 – Wonky Town Maps \nSeptember 15 – String Art \nSeptember 22 – Mini Dioramas \nSeptember 29 – Crayon Sandpaper Monoprints \nOctober 6 – Textured Plaster Art \nOctober 13 – Tissue Paper Lanterns \nOctober 20 – Oil Pastel Transfers \nOctober 28 – Halloween Edition: Tissue Paper Suncatchers \nNovember 3 – Monet Finger Painting \nNovember 10 – Shooting Stars  \nNovember 17 – Lego Prints \nNovember 24 – No Class | Thanksgiving Break \n\n\n\nSeptember 1 – Felt Mini Quilts \nSeptember 8 – Beans\, Seeds\, & Glam Mosaics \nSeptember 15 – Watercolor Resist Leaf Rubbings (with Rachel Cabral) \nSeptember 22 – Mixed Media Suns (with Rachel Cabral) \nSeptember 29 – Bug Day | Build-a-Bug & Watercolor Beetles \n\nOctober 6 – Pumpkin Paintings with Shapes \nOctober 13 –Screaming Streamer Windsocks \nOctober 20 – Pull String Color Ghosts \nOctober 28 – Halloween Edition: Patchwork Jack-o’-lantern \nNovember 3 – Picasso Faces \nNovember 10 – Mini Jar Lanterns \nNovember 17 – Oil Pastel Painting \nNovember 24 – No Class | Thanksgiving Break \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nWhat to Expect & Good-to-Know Info:\n– A focus on exploration\, not just finished results\n– Opportunities to build confidence and creative curiosity\n– All supplies provided \n– Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy in\n– Pre-registration is required. Walk-in availability will be limited and may not be available at all depending on the number of online sign-ups. \n– Sign up options include individual sessions\, monthly passes\, and seasonal passes.\n \n\n\nMulti-Session Pass Sales | Scroll down for Individual Sessions\n\n\n      \n        \n      \n    \n\n\nIndividual Session Sales | Scroll up for Multi-Session Pass Sales\n\n      \n        \n      \n    \n\n \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/after-school-art/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T153419Z
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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jesse McCormick\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $5 to use Spiva supplies (or $30 for the Fall/Winter session) \nDescription\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 \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\nRegistration note: Advance registration recommended. Space is limited. \n  \nProjects:  \n\nSeptember 4: Paper Mache Containers – Part 1\nSeptember 11: Open Studio\nSeptember 18: Paper Mache Containers – Part 2\nOctober 2: Lace Spider Web Frames\nOctober 9: Open Studio\nOctober 16: Polymer Clay Creations\nOctober 23: Open Studio\nOctober 30: Moody Masters – Casper David Friedrich inspired landscape paintings\nNovember 6: Open Studio\nNovember 13: DIY Wrapping Paper\nNovember 20: Open Studio\nDecember 11: Open Studio\nDecember 18: Beaded Ornaments\nJanuary 8: Open Studio\n\n  \nScholarship & Accessibility\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-open-studio-6/2026-11-20/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Spiva Center for the Arts":MAILTO:spiva@spivaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260612T162618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T162618Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260729T150022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T181021Z
UID:10000858-1796319000-1796326200@spivaarts.org
SUMMARY:Book Lovers Bookmarks
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 14 – Adult \nTeacher: Brooks-Elizabeth Billings \nDate: Thursday\, December 3 | 5:30-7:30 pm \nDuration: 2 Hours \nCost: $20 \n  \nAttention all book lovers! Join us for a cozy Thursday evening crafting unique bookmarks using watercolor\, pen\, and ink. \nWith Brooks-Elizabeth Billings guiding the way\, you’ll have the chance to learn how to work with a quill and explore various watercolor techniques. You’ll create several custom bookmarks that will be laminated to protect and preserve your artwork — perfect for gifting to your favorite reader or keeping for your own shelf. \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/book-lovers-bookmarks/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260813T153419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T153419Z
UID:10000904-1797004800-1797012000@spivaarts.org
SUMMARY:Studio 55: Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jesse McCormick\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $5 to use Spiva supplies (or $30 for the Fall/Winter session) \nDescription\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 \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\nRegistration note: Advance registration recommended. Space is limited. \n  \nProjects:  \n\nSeptember 4: Paper Mache Containers – Part 1\nSeptember 11: Open Studio\nSeptember 18: Paper Mache Containers – Part 2\nOctober 2: Lace Spider Web Frames\nOctober 9: Open Studio\nOctober 16: Polymer Clay Creations\nOctober 23: Open Studio\nOctober 30: Moody Masters – Casper David Friedrich inspired landscape paintings\nNovember 6: Open Studio\nNovember 13: DIY Wrapping Paper\nNovember 20: Open Studio\nDecember 11: Open Studio\nDecember 18: Beaded Ornaments\nJanuary 8: Open Studio\n\n  \nScholarship & Accessibility\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-open-studio-6/2026-12-11/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Spiva Center for the Arts":MAILTO:spiva@spivaarts.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260803T182440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T190153Z
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SUMMARY:Ceramic Christmas Gnomes
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Christmas Gnomes\nAges: 12-Adult \nTeacher: Daria Claiborne \nDate: Saturday\, December 12\, 10:30-12:30 pm \nDuration: 2 Hours \nCost: $55 \nJoin Daria for a festive workshop to create two holiday-themed ceramic gnomes using a pre-wheel thrown form. Participants will learn surface texture\, hand-building techniques\, and underglaze decorating. Completed projects will be fired and ready before Christmas for pickup.  \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/ceramic-christmas-gnomes-2/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260729T150054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T184749Z
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 8 – Adult \nTeacher: Jane McCaulley \nDate: Saturday\, December 12 | 2-4 pm \nDuration: 2 Hours \nCost: $40 \n  \nCan’t make the morning session? Join Jane McCaulley for this afternoon offering of our fused glass ornament workshop. You’ll explore the basics of fused glass while creating your own holiday keepsake\, layering and arranging glass into a design of your choice. \nJane will fire your piece and return your completed ornament to you in approximately one week.
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/fused-glass-ornaments-2/
CATEGORIES:Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260817T034918
CREATED:20260401T184216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T184216Z
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SUMMARY:Second Sunday at Spiva | Galleries Open
DESCRIPTION:We asked\, and you answered! The galleries will be open from 1-4pm the second Sunday of each month. We’re striving to make the arts more accessible\, no matter your schedule! \nSundays work best for you? Mark your calendars for these days in 2026\, 1-4pm: \nDecember 13 \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/second-sunday-at-spiva-galleries-open-9/
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Beginner Stained Glass: Holiday Ornament
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 16 – Adult \nTeacher: Dianne Miller \nDate: Sunday\, December 13 | 1-5 pm \nDuration: 4 Hours \nCost: $75 \n  \nReady to try something new this holiday season? Join Dianne Miller for a one-day\, deep-dive workshop into the fundamentals of stained glass artistry. You’ll learn foundational techniques for cutting\, shaping\, and assembling glass\, then put those skills to work creating your very own unique holiday ornament. \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/beginner-stained-glass-holiday-ornament/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Guided Class
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jordan Murdock-Thompson\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: $10 per session\, $65 for the entire Fall/Winter \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\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! \nProjects:  \nSeptember 4: Paper Mache Containers – Part 1 \nSeptember 18: Paper Mache Containers – Part 2 \nOctober 2: Lace Spider Web Frames \nOctober 16: Polymer Clay Creations \nOctober 30: Moody Masters – Casper David Friedrich inspired landscape paintings \nNovember 13: DIY Wrapping Paper \nDecember 18: Beaded Ornaments
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/studio-55-guided-class-4/2026-12-18/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Kids Night in the Studio - Holiday Edition: Parents Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 6 -11 \nTeacher: Brooks-Elizabeth Billings \nDate: Saturday\, December 19 | 5:30-8:30 pm \nDuration: 3 Hours \nCost: $30 \n  \nParents\, this one’s for you too! Drop the kids off for a fun-filled evening of holiday-themed crafts while you enjoy dinner\, squeeze in some last-minute shopping\, or finally catch up on laundry. \nLed by Brooks-Elizabeth Billings\, students will learn felting techniques\, craft ornaments\, and create keepsakes to bring home. \nSnacks and drinks are provided — we just recommend feeding your kiddos dinner before drop-off! \n 
URL:https://spivaarts.org/event/kids-night-in-the-studio-holiday-edition-parents-night-out/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Studio 55: Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)\nInstructor: Jesse McCormick\nSchedule: Scheduled Fridays\, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM\nCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $5 to use Spiva supplies (or $30 for the Fall/Winter session) \nDescription\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 \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\nRegistration note: Advance registration recommended. Space is limited. \n  \nProjects:  \n\nSeptember 4: Paper Mache Containers – Part 1\nSeptember 11: Open Studio\nSeptember 18: Paper Mache Containers – Part 2\nOctober 2: Lace Spider Web Frames\nOctober 9: Open Studio\nOctober 16: Polymer Clay Creations\nOctober 23: Open Studio\nOctober 30: Moody Masters – Casper David Friedrich inspired landscape paintings\nNovember 6: Open Studio\nNovember 13: DIY Wrapping Paper\nNovember 20: Open Studio\nDecember 11: Open Studio\nDecember 18: Beaded Ornaments\nJanuary 8: Open Studio\n\n  \nScholarship & Accessibility\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-open-studio-6/2027-01-08/
LOCATION:Art Studio | Classroom #1
CATEGORIES:Classes
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