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Exhibition at Adrian District Library

July 19th, 2026

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This exhibition is held in conjunction with the CompARTments exhibition at the Adrian Center for the Arts, Monday June 8-Sunday July 19. The idea is for an artist to make art, on, in, around a box.Artist Claudia Wallace’s passion is collecting ephemera; forlorn objects, faded lithographic images, cigar boxes, lots of them, all from another era. She then assembles them into mini-vignettes. Her house is taken over by completed boxes, boxes in process and the painstaking organization of the materials that will bring her ideas to life. The time, the thought, the attention to detail are what make these works extraordinary.You too can create your own box. Claudia will teach an all materials provided class right here at the Adrian District Library on Tues June 16, 5:30-7:30.

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Clay Camp Kids (10+) SOLD OUT

with Erin Hoekzema

August 10th to 14th, 2026

$160 More Info

Clay Camp Kids (10+) with Erin Hoekzema

Monday August 10th to Friday August 14th * 1:30pm-4:00pm

 

Make, play, explore.

This camp introduces older students to both handbuilding and wheel throwing, giving them the chance to explore multiple ways of working with clay. Students will learn the basics of the pottery wheel while also creating handbuilt pieces, with plenty of room for creativity and experimentation.

We’ll balance time in the studio with outdoor breaks around campus, using nature as inspiration and giving students space to reset and recharge throughout the day.

This class is perfect for beginners as well as returning students. Come ready to try something new, get your hands dirty, and have fun making!

Waiting list available
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Forage and Feast at Lindisfarne

with Jill Shaffer

September 5th, 2026

$70 More Info

Forage and Feast at Lindisfarne with Jill Shaffer

Saturday, September 5th * 10:00am - 12:00pm

Join hostess Lindesfarne owners Andy and Cathrine King and Plant expert Jill Shaffer on a food adventure. You will need your walking shoes, a notebook & pen, a camera, and a shopping bag as you walk part of the 80 acre homestead to learn about nature's abundance. Things you think are weeds are edible, nutritious and delicious!

Along the walk, Jill will point out various plants and how they can be used for food. You can pick some for your use. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for foraging and cooking with these surprising plants is matched by her kitchen skills. After the walk, folks will gather for some tasty treats prepared by Jill for the event, including a soup, a salad and quiche made with foraged ingredients.  Please be prepared to walk on uneven ground and to be in nature, including an outdoor composting toilet and a dry sink. Bring your own beverage. 

Ages 16+

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Throw it AND Glaze it (2 sessions)

with Pi Benio

July 15th to 22nd, 2026

$65 More Info

Throw it AND Glaze it with Pi Benio & Deb Allen

Wednesday July 15th & July 22nd * 6:00pm - 8:00pm

In two, two hour sessions, learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming at least one bowl and then glazing it. The first class will be for throwing. In the second class, you will learn about the mysteries of glaze and firing, where art, chemistry and physics intersect. You will chose the glazes of your choice for your fully functional, food, dishwasher and microwave safe bowls. Throughout, our experienced instructors will provide the support and advice you need to be successful.Clay, tools, and glaze firing all provided. Your bowls will ready for pickup at a later date to show off your new artistic skills to all.

$15 material fee included in price of class

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Watermixable Oils (6 weeks)

with Jill Shaffer

August 11th to September 15th, 2026

$150 More Info

Watermixable Oils with Jill Shaffer

Six Tuesdays: August 11th, 18th, & 25th and September 1st, 8th & 15th

1:00pm - 3:00pm

This class is for beginners and experienced painters. Learn to mix your colors and learn a new medium with easy cleanup! Bring with you: apron, sketchbook, photo (PRINTED) that you want to paint, and any bristle or synthetic brushes. We will provide: paint cloths, paint & canvas.