Community Calendar

Join jewelry artist Pat Thurston for a creative jewelry-making opportunity for bibliophiles. Using hammered copper and mixed media, students will learn to cut, texturize, and patina miniature book covers, and to assemble them into mini book pendants. Fill your pages with artful images, meaningful affirmations, or anything you wish to put between the covers. This is a beginner-friendly opportunity to try your hand at working with hammered copper. All supplies provided.

This workshop will be held from 5:30-8 pm on Friday, December 5, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: Adults & teens

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Test the waters with oil pastel, a low-mess, approachable medium with instructor Annie Croft. Students will have a chance to experiment with their pastels, practice some drawing techniques, and then select a nature picture of their choice. Annie will lead students through the steps of recreating their image and will assist students with finding the right colors and blending for their individual projects. No experience needed!

This workshop will be held from noon-2 pm on Monday, December 8, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: Adults & teens

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Unleash your creativity and embrace the spirit of the season in our Ceramic Holiday Ornament workshop! Join instructor Emily Gunning in this fun-filled, tactile experience where you'll sculpt an assortment of holiday-inspired forms in clay. Perfect for any skill level, you’ll be guided through each step, from rolling slabs to surface embellishment, carving & glazing. Leave with a series of handmade ornaments for your home or to share as a thoughtful gift.

In the first class session, we will learn to form shapes from slabs and texturize with clay. The second session will feature a demo on glazing and include time for you to glaze and decorate your pieces. Your ornaments will be fired and ready for pickup at Art Reach the following week, just in time to enhance your home for the holidays.

This two-week workshop will be held from 4-6 pm on Monday, December 1 & 8 in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

*Tuition includes firing and supply fees

Recommended ages: 12 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

DECEMBER IS HOLIDAY ART!
Dec 8: Folded Book Holiday Trees w Kristi Tefft

Art Cafe is a chance for you to create in a welcoming space with people of all levels of experience. Each session will offer a Special of the Day - an art project led by a Creative 360 teacher.

You can register for the Special of the Day or you can bring your own materials to work on whatever you would like while enjoying the company of like-minded creatives.

We will also have watercolor supplies out for anyone who would like to use them at no additional cost.

Each Special of the Day has a materials fee that is covered by the registration cost of $15

Guests can BYOB and snacks.

Children between the ages of 12 and 16 are welcome with a registered adult EXCEPT for Act & Sip.

What's included
For Special of the Day registrations:
All materials
Instruction

For Registration WITHOUT Materials:
Space to work
Watercolor materials

What's not included
If you are working on your own project, you are responsible for providing your own materials. We do have paper towels, table covers, hair dryers, and water cups.

Highlights
A chance to try something new and meet new, creative folks. It's like a yummy snack at a cozy cafe!

Dive into the vibrant world of alcohol inks with instructor Judi Steffke in this beginner-friendly class designed to spark your imagination and ignite your creative spirit! Alcohol inks are a bold, expressive medium known for their fluidity, unpredictability, and stunning, abstract effects. Whether you're an experienced artist or trying something new, this class offers a fun and relaxed environment to explore the magic of inks on non-porous surfaces, such as Yupo paper, ceramic tiles, or glass. This class will offer themed sessions recreating imagery on ceramic tiles, and will be finished with a spray-on topcoat for durability.

This workshop will feature cardinals on ceramic tile. Check out these other dates for more themes in alcohol ink!

December 2: Wreaths & Trees

December 9: Cardinals

This workshop will be held from 11 am-1 pm on Tuesday, December 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Join artist Matthew Grimmer to discover the world of oil painting in this engaging 6-week course! Whether you're completely new to painting or looking to explore a new medium, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of oil painting in a fun and supportive environment. You'll first explore how to utilize the tools and materials safely, learn essential techniques, including color mixing and brushwork, as well as composition and creating depth, while working towards an academic style still-life. All levels of experience are welcome.

This 6-week course will be held from 5:30-7:30 pm on Tuesdays, November 11-December 16, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Mini Masters is a delightful monthly acrylic painting class designed to inspire creativity in artists of all skill levels. With step-by-step guidance, participants will create an 8x10 canvas masterpiece to take home. Perfect for beginners, this class offers a welcoming environment where no experience is necessary, and all supplies are included. Whether you’re discovering art for the first time or nurturing a growing passion, Mini Masters is a wonderful way to enjoy a fun and fulfilling creative experience.

Mini Masters will be held from 5:30-7 pm Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 6 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Capture the quiet beauty of winter’s feathered visitors in this continuation of watercolor bird studies with instructor Cheryl Meyer. You’ll learn techniques for painting the soft textures of feathers, the expressive eyes, and the delicate charm of birds perched in a frosty landscape.

Through layering washes, blending cool tones, and adding fine details, you’ll explore how to bring these beloved birds to life with light, movement, and atmosphere. Perfect for beginner or intermediate painters looking to refine their skills, this class offers a peaceful, creative escape into the world of winter wildlife. All materials are provided, and no prior watercolor experience is necessary, just a love of art and nature.

This workshop will be held from 10 am-12 pm on Thursday, December 11, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Check out our other session featuring Snowy Owls on December 4, 1-3 pm

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Join artist Matthew Grimmer to discover the world of oil painting in this engaging 6-week course! Whether you're completely new to painting or looking to explore a new medium, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of oil painting in a fun and supportive environment. You'll first explore how to utilize the tools and materials safely, learn essential techniques, including color mixing and brushwork, as well as composition and creating depth, while working towards an academic style still-life. All levels of experience are welcome.

This 6-week course will be held from 5:30-7:30 pm on Tuesdays, November 11-December 16, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 16 and up

COOKING WITH SHARI SMITH & TIMMI BOXEY

Healthy Food Infusions: Using Foods that Heal
Tuesday, December 16 / 6:30 - 8:30 pm / $45

Learn how to cook with anti-inflammatory, gut-friendly, and immune-supporting ingredients without sacrificing flavor. This class explores herbs, spices, and whole foods that support wellness in simple, delicious ways.

In Class We’ll Make:
Golden Turmeric Carrot Broth
Lemon Ginger Vinaigrette, Kale + Quinoa Salad
Citrus Garlic Roasted Chicken
Infused Herbal Tea Tasting

Shari Smith, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, is a celebrated chef who owned and operated Shari’s at the Willard Hilton. Timmi, Shari’s daughter, grew up surrounded by her mother’s passion for food, art, and community.

Together, they continue to serve the local area with delicious, high-quality cuisine while inspiring others through their shared love of cooking. Their classes focus not only on the joy of creating meals but also on the healing properties of food. Class size limited. Preregistration required. Ages 16+

What's included
All ingredients will be provided for recipes.