Events for August 10, 2025 - August 10, 2025

Get into the fall spirit with this fun ceramics class for beginners! Participants will learn how to make and join pinch pots into closed forms, then shape them into pumpkin luminarias of their own design. All materials included; instructor will glaze, fire, and return completed projects at a later date. Led by Kathleen Escobedo. This casual 3 hour class doesn't require any prior knowledge or skill, and all materials are included in the $35 class fee. This class is for adults 18 and older. REGISTER

Emojis, flowers, and beads, oh my! Join us for “So Fun!” Day on October 4, 10am-4pm for a day full of giant games, crafts, and maximalism overload inspired by “So Fun! An Exploration of Maximalism.” This event will be an all-day event, so stop by any time between 10am-4pm. Drop-ins are welcome! About "So Fun! An Exploration of Maximalism" Born out of a rebellion against the Minimalist art movement, contemporary Maximalism counters the prejudice of high culture. From Yayoi Kusama’s polka dots to Kehinde Wiley’s portraits, this complex mode of creation has been used by artists and creatives over the decades

"A designer knows he has achieved perfection not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to take away." - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Terre des Hommes (published in English as Wind, Sand and Stars) With the constant onslaught of news media around us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from the world around us. As a respite from these intense narratives, exploring minimalism through art offers a refreshing Palette Cleanser, inviting us to reflect on simplicity in a chaotic world. Simplicity reveals a profound beauty, as it strips away extraneous details to reveal clarity in

Rice. This humble, white grain is an essential component to most Asian cuisines. It also holds a plethora of meanings and symbolisms in various Asian cultures. For artist, Anh-Thuy Nguyen, this ubiquitous food staple has become an obsession. In her latest body of work, Nguyen utilizes rice as a metaphor for herself as she grapples with the reality that her culture and wisdom are being lost from generation to generation. Like grains for rice running through her hands, Nguyen felt her culture was lost from her mouth to her daughter’s ears. Throughout this exhibition, Nguyen is reconciling her feelings of loss,

Let your imagination go wild as you explore the wonderful world of wool by creating your own felted ornament. You will learn the basics of 3D needle felting, working with various shapes to create hanging pieces of art. You can choose to create any form you want, including gnomes, mushrooms, cacti, traditional holiday shapes, as well as a variety of animals and birds. Have fun creating something for yourself or to give away - the hardest choice will be what to make during class! Led by Memory Bradley. This casual 3 hour class doesn't require any prior knowledge or skill, and

Get in the spirit with a fun holiday craft! Stop by Vision Gallery on Saturday, December 6 to make an ornament with fusible beads. Enjoy free hot cocoa or cider as you do any last-minute shopping in our gift shop too! This is a free, self-led activity for all ages, including adults. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Registering for a time slot helps us plan, but drop-ins are welcome! RSVP