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May 4 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm *** Click on upcoming dates to register! May 11 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm May 18 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm May 25
SOLD OUT May 9 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Learn about six different salts and bath-safe herbs while creating a relaxing gift for yourself or someone else. Students will leave with five beautifully curated salt and herb bath salts in glass tubes with cork tops. Your bath salt flight makes a thoughtful gift. All supplies
May 10, 17, & 24 from 10:00 - 11:30 am Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each
May 11 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm *** Click on upcoming dates to register! May 18 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm May 25 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm *** Discover
May 12 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for preschoolers and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends, engage in hands-on earth science projects, and create nature-based art. Class begins with songs and parachute time, followed by reading a picture book based on the theme of the
May 12 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Relax and have fun painting a unique set of two beautiful wine glasses – and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine at the
May 13 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors in this fun class at Pete’s Pond. Each week brings a different theme such as migrating birds, earth day, and mushrooms. Students gain knowledge of and appreciation for the natural
May 13 from 12:30 - 2:30 pm Learn the basics of Punch Needle Rug Hooking: fiber, basic stitch gauges, and all the Punch Needle possibilities! Join this class to explore
May 18 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm *** Click on upcoming dates to register! May 25 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm *** Discover After School is an after-school program engaging
May 19 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Meghan in the ACE galleries for monthly storytime! Children will listen to Meghan read, then gather downstairs in Studio A to do
SOLD OUT May 19 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Paint trees in the style of Paul Signac using a variety of techniques! No experience necessary. You’ll paint in acrylic alongside
SOLD OUT May 20 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Create your very own coaster set with Teaching Artist Dalton! Handbuilding ceramic items encourages you to think creatively and critically while you’re building three-dimensional art. And it’s fun, too! No experience is necessary. You’ll become familiar with concepts and technical aspects of sculpture, and create original,
May 21 from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Learn about wellness, mindfulness, and new moon cycles through yoga, journaling, and intention-setting. This class, open to all skill and experience levels, will help you connect with your body and mind through a gentle yoga flow. You’ll gain basic knowledge about how to set intentions that help
May 23 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Alchemy at its hottest plus science and natural materials: talk about fun! Get crafty with these handmade pinecone fire starters that will make your campfire move and dance with delightful colors. Students leave class with three flame-changing pinecones to use as fire starters or as additions to a
May 25 from 3:15 - 5:30 pm Discover After School is an after-school program engaging middle school students in community activities that encourage connecting with nature through ecological investigations.
May 26 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for preschoolers and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends, engage in hands-on earth science projects, and create nature-based art. Class begins with songs and parachute time, followed by reading a picture book based on the theme of the
May 26 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm & June 1 from 5:30 - 6:00 pm Sip N' Spin is exactly that! Join Teaching Artist Ryan for a fun and relaxing introduction to the pottery wheel. No prior experience necessary. Students will learn basic throwing skills on the pottery wheel while enjoying complimentary wine. The potter’s
June 4 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm Curious about astrology? Interested in how the ancient myths of the cosmos relate to your own life story? This fun class is perfect for you! Students will explore the twelve zodiac signs in Western astrology and their relationship to the planets, learning the basics of how to read
June 6 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Curious about smoke cleansing? Learn about this ancient practice and make your own smoke cleansing bundles in this fascinating class! Working with Teaching Artist Darcy, you’ll learn about trees, shrubs, herbs, and other plants used in smoke cleansing. The natural materials supplied in this class were harvested in
June 7 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Meghan in the ACE galleries for monthly storytime! Children will listen to Meghan read, then gather downstairs in Studio A to do
June 7, 14, 21, & July 12 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Experience the fun of throwing on a potter’s wheel in this thorough introductory class! You’ll learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups, bowls, and more. Teaching Artist Maarten will guide you through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming pots, as well
June 9 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete's Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
June 10 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
June 10 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teen Wild School is a fun summer program connecting teens with nature through art and ecological investigations. The activities – such as place-based
June 16 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
Lush Canvas: A Night with Picasso (Age 21+) June 16 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Paint abstract portraits in the style of Pablo Picasso using a variety of techniques! No
June 17 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
June 17 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teen Wild School is a fun summer program connecting teens with nature through art and ecological investigations. The activities – such as place-based
June 17 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm Join Teaching Artist Kenzie in this outdoor class for an introduction to acrylic painting! This fun beginner-friendly class focuses on looking deeply at
June 18 from 9:00 - 10:30 am Learn about the magic of the New Moon through yoga, journaling, and intention setting. This class, open to all levels, will help you connect with your body and your intuition through a gentle yoga flow. You'll gain basic knowledge about how to set intentions with the New Moon.
June 20 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Learn about crystals, stones, and chakras in this great introductory class! You’ll learn about chakras and their crystal/stone correlations from Teaching Artist Darcy, exploring seven chakras plus the soul and earth star chakras. From three different options for each chakra, you’ll pick nine that resonate the most with
June 23 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Stefanie for story time, followed by hands-on tinkering and learning activities. Students will participate in a picture book read-aloud and then have
SOLD OUT June 24 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Teaching Artist Dalton will teach you how to create your own trinket dish set! Handbuilding ceramic items encourages you to think creatively and critically while you’re building three-dimensional art. And it’s fun, too! No experience is necessary. You’ll become familiar with concepts and technical aspects
June 24 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Get inspired to write some poetry! Beautiful paintings by artist Jessica Plattner will be your inspiration and Teaching Artist Amelia will be
June 30 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Stefanie for story time, followed by hands-on tinkering and learning activities. Students will participate in a picture book read-aloud and then have
July 5 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Ceramics Open Studio is for ceramics enthusiasts whose skills are at or above an intermediate level. Community members who are currently taking or have previously taken at least one ceramics class at ACE are also welcome. Teaching Artist Maarten will be present to advise on projects. Hone your
July 7 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
July 8 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
July 8 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teen Wild School is a fun summer program connecting teens with nature through art and ecological investigations. The activities – such as place-based
July 8 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Join Teaching Artists Meghan and Amanda for “Bat Night Out”: a fundraiser for the Wild Preschool, Wild School, and Teen Wild School programs! Enjoy iced elderberry tea or elderberry whiskey sours, learn how to make charcoal for drawing, and create inks from native plants. You’ll learn how to
July 11 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Interested in crystal grids? Don’t know what they are? Take this intro. class to learn about the meanings of crystals, their uses and shape differences, and gain the confidence to work with crystals daily. This class is a hands-on experience for students to learn about two different kinds
July 14 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Stefanie for story time, followed by hands-on tinkering and learning activities. Students will participate in a picture book read-aloud and then have
July 16 from 9:00 - 10:30 am Learn about the magic of the New Moon through yoga, journaling, and intention setting. This class, open to all levels, will help you connect with your body and your intuition through a gentle yoga flow. You'll gain basic knowledge about how to set intentions with the New Moon.
July 19 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Meghan in the ACE galleries for monthly storytime! Children will listen to Meghan read, then gather downstairs in Studio A to do
July 21 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
July 21 from 5:30 - 8:30 pm Curious about astrology? Interested in how the ancient myths of the cosmos relate to your own life story? This fun class is perfect for you! Students will explore the twelve zodiac signs in Western astrology and their relationship to the planets, learning the basics of how to read
July 22 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
July 22 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teen Wild School is a fun summer program connecting teens with nature through art and ecological investigations. The activities – such as place-based
July 25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Create a beautiful, double-sided ocean drum! It’s filled with glass beads that mimic the sound of the ocean when played with peaceful intent. Teaching Artist Darcy leads you through all the steps to make a drum with a maple hoop and double-sided hide. Note: this class uses real
July 28 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Stefanie for story time, followed by hands-on tinkering and learning activities. Students will participate in a picture book read-aloud and then have
August 2 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Meghan in the ACE galleries for monthly storytime! Children will listen to Meghan read, then gather downstairs in Studio A to do an art-making activity related to the story. Kids will leave with new friendships, art skills, and a new-found or renewed curiosity about books and reading!
August 4 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
August 5 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
August 5 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teen Wild School is a fun summer program connecting teens with nature through art and ecological investigations. The activities – such as place-based
August 5 from 5:30 - 8:30 pm A moon calendar is a work of art and a record of a specific time in your life. You’ll learn to make a 31-day moon phase template, discussing possible uses of the calendar, and receive a watercolor painting demonstration. The majority of class time will be spent creating
August 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, & 28 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Expand your ceramics skills and express yourself through clay! Build upon the basics of hand building and wheel-thrown projects. Teaching Artist Michael’s thorough teaching is set within the context of just having fun! This class is for ceramics enthusiasts whose skills are
August 8 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Learn about six different salts and bath-safe herbs while creating a relaxing gift for yourself or someone else. You’ll leave class with five beautifully curated salt and herb bath salts in glass tubes with cork tops. Your bath salt flight makes a thoughtful gift. All supplies included. Please
August 11 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Stefanie for story time, followed by hands-on tinkering and learning activities. Students will participate in a picture book read-aloud and then have time to explore the book’s theme with hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities. Children learn best through hands-on exploration and play, and
August 12 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Join Teaching Artist Kenzie in this outdoor class for an introduction to acrylic painting! This fun beginner-friendly class focuses on looking deeply
August 13 from 8:00 - 9:30 am Learn about the magic of the New Moon through yoga, journaling, and intention setting. This class, open to all levels, will help you connect with your body and your intuition through a gentle yoga flow. You’ll gain basic knowledge about how to set intentions with the New Moon.
Visit Art Center East’s vendor booth at the Eastern Oregon Beer Festival. Find out about ACE classes, exhibits, and membership and….take the opportunity to ”Paint A Pint”! Express your creativity
August 25 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Stefanie for story time, followed by hands-on tinkering and learning activities. Students will participate in a picture book read-aloud and then have time to explore the book’s theme with hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities. Children learn best through hands-on exploration and play, and
August 25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Paint white flowers in the style of Georgia O’Keeffe using a variety of techniques! No experience necessary. You’ll paint in acrylic alongside Teaching
August 26 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Relax and have fun painting a unique set of two beautiful wine glasses – and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine at the
August 27 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm Curious about astrology? Interested in how the ancient myths of the cosmos relate to your own life story? This fun class is perfect for you! Students will explore the twelve zodiac signs in Western astrology and their relationship to the planets, learning the basics of how to read
August 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Create four beautiful fused glass pendants! This class is a great introduction to the fascinating world of fused glass. You’ll learn the elements of fused glass design and create four unique pendants that will be picked up after being fired. All skill levels are welcome. All supplies included.
September 2 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete's Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
September 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, & 25 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Expand your ceramics skills and express yourself through clay! Build upon the basics of hand building and wheel-thrown projects. Teaching Artist Michael’s thorough teaching is set within the context of just having fun! This class is for ceramics enthusiasts whose skills are
September 6, 13, & 20 from 10:00 - 11:30 am Teaching Artist Jennifer helps students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each week!
September 6, 13, 20, & October 4 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Experience the fun of throwing on a potter’s wheel in this thorough introductory class! You’ll learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups, bowls, and more. Teaching Artist Maarten will guide you through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming pots, as well
September 8, 15, & 22 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students continue building their art vocabulary using different art techniques and more challenging projects. Students
September 9 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm A moon calendar is a work of art and a record of a specific time in your life. You’ll learn to make a 31-day moon phase template, discussing possible uses of the calendar, and receive a watercolor painting demonstration. Most of class time will be spent creating your
September 15 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
September 15 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Poets and scientists both ask questions and try to understand the world around them. In fact, poets are scientists of the lyrical word!
September 16 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
September 21 & 28 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Join this introductory class and explore cowboy poetry, its history, and some of the classic poems and authors! Then learn to
September 22 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Meghan in the ACE galleries for monthly storytime! Children will listen to Meghan read, then gather downstairs in Studio A to do
September 22 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Paint sunflowers in the style of Vincent van Gogh using a variety of techniques! No experience necessary. You’ll paint in acrylic alongside Teaching
September 26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Create a beautiful, double-sided ocean drum! It’s filled with glass beads that mimic the sound of the ocean when played with peaceful intent. Teaching Artist Darcy leads you through all the steps to make a drum with a maple hoop and double-sided hide. Note: this class uses real
September 27 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Ceramics Open Studio is for ceramics enthusiasts whose skills are at or above an intermediate level. Community members who are currently taking or have previously taken at least one ceramics class at ACE are also welcome. Teaching Artist Maarten will be present to advise on projects. Hone your
September 29 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
September 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm & October 6 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Sip N' Spin is exactly that! Join Teaching Artist Ryan for a fun and relaxing introduction to the pottery wheel. No prior experience necessary. Students will learn basic throwing skills on the pottery wheel while enjoying complimentary wine. The potter’s
September 30 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
October 4, 11, 18, 25, & November 1 & 8 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Learn about and participate in the oral traditions of the American West! Join this fun,
October 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Grief can be very lonely! The Art Grief Group – an alternative to traditional talk support groups – is
October 6 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm This fun class will put you in a festive mood for the autumn season! Marcia May of Laughing Girl Farm will teach you how to create beautiful centerpieces using dried flowers, seed pods, grains, and more – all arranged in pumpkins! Learn basic structural design of bouquets, color
October 7 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
October 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, & 30 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Express yourself through clay and have lots of fun! Learn the basics of hand building and wheel-thrown projects. Teaching Artist Michael’s thorough teaching is set within the context of just having fun! No experience necessary. All supplies included. Please enter through the
October 10 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Learn about crystals, stones, and chakras in this great introductory class! You’ll learn about chakras and their crystal/stone correlations from Teaching Artist Darcy, exploring seven chakras plus the soul and earth star chakras. From three different options for each chakra, you’ll pick nine that resonate the most with
October 11, 18, & 25 from 10:00 - 11:30 am Teaching Artist Jennifer helps students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each week!
October 12 & 19 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Join this fun workshop to explore photography in an informal setting! Being a part of a group practicing photography together –
Lush Canvas: A Night with Monet (Age 21+) October 13 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm Paint water lilies in the style of Claude Monet using a variety of techniques! No
October 13 from 10:00 - 11:00 am This fun outdoor class at Pete’s Pond is for young children and their caregivers to connect with nature and friends by engaging in
October 13, 20, & 27 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students continue building their art vocabulary using different art techniques and more challenging projects. Students
October 14 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Students create nature-based art using a variety of mediums, engage in hands-on science, and explore the outdoors at Pete’s Pond. Each week
October 14 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm A moon calendar is a work of art and a record of a specific time in your life. You’ll learn to make a 31-day moon phase template, discussing possible uses of the calendar, and receive a watercolor painting demonstration. Most of class time will be spent creating your
October 14 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm Learn how to introduce yourself in Spanish! In this fun class, you’ll learn how to express basic information about yourself and ask others about themselves. Teaching Artist Sandra will guide you through pragmatic features of the Spanish language and she’ll help you practice them appropriately. Learning to introduce
October 17 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Create four beautiful fused glass pendants! This class is a great introduction to the fascinating world of fused glass. You’ll learn the elements
October 20 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Join Meghan in the ACE galleries for monthly storytime! Children will listen to Meghan read, then gather downstairs in Studio A to do
October 21 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm This fun class will put you in a festive mood for the autumn season! Marcia May of Laughing Girl Farm will teach you how to create beautiful centerpieces using dried flowers, seed pods, grains, and more – all arranged in pumpkins! Learn basic structural design of bouquets, color
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Registration cancellations & transfers must be made through Art Center East at (541) 624-2800 48 hours or more before the class start time. We cannot issue refunds or transfers for cancellations received after the 48-hour cutoff. Exceptions will be considered for medical or family emergencies. ACE will honor a refund, minus a $10 administration fee when the cancellation is made 48 hours or more before class start date. When a class is canceled due to low enrollment, we will issue a refund for all registration fees. ACE will contact you in the event of a cancellation. Face coverings will be required in accordance with statewide regulations current at the time.
1006 Penn Ave., La Grande, OR 97850
PO Box 541, La Grande, OR 97850
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