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Learn a traditional Inuit game and make a snake out of a stick.
The 1970s documentary King: A Filmed Record ... Montgomery to Memphis, follows the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and plays today at 1 p.m. You'll aslo find MLK-inspired crafts starting at 11 a.m.
Students of all levels will pour acrylic in their own unique way on to different surfaces such as coasters, small box, canvas and even a record to create a one of a kind masterpiece with instructor Sue Kimmen.
In this class, students will explore and experiment with acrylic paint. Students will learn techniques relating to opaque vs. transparent application, masking, texture and others. Students will both explore on their own as well as be led in follow the leader style projects in order to leave with a...
Students gain experience with ceramics and get ready to explore their own personal goals with pinch pots, coil, slab,sculpture and wheel throwing, instructed by Deanna Clyne.
2017 Holiday Craft Party at Shri Thanedar for Governor Campaign Headquarters in Ann Arbor
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The Shri Thanedar for Governor campaign invites you to end-of-the-year holiday party at our campaign headquarters in Ann Arbor! We encourage community members of all ages to gather for an evening of crafts and conversation featuring hot cocoa, family-friendly crafts and talk about how to make Michigan a progressive...
Join us at our NEW show location! This large show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items at this beautiful venue! This event will also have a full concessions stand on site provided by the venue. A portion of proceeds will benefit local non-profit, Camp Casey. This show is...
Families can create their own MLK Day masterpiece at this Ferndale spot. Good for ages 7-plus. Registration required.
Event cost: $32/person
Event time: 1-3 p.m. Jan. 16, 2023
Family Art Studio: The Line Comes Alive at the University of Michigan Museum of Art
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Families gather to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art inspired by some of the art on display. Registration required.
The studio will be open for guests of all ages to browse new hand-blown glass sculptures, purchase one-of-a-kind glass gifts and ornaments, eat and drink with friends, watch glassblowing demonstrations, and participate in hands-on workshops.
Admission is free but for $55 an expert glassblower will help you make a beautiful...
At the Bishop Foley Catholic High School Cookie Walk & Craft Show, you will have an opportunity to shop for holiday gifts, purchase homemade cookies and buy fresh wreaths/swags. The Foley choir will be performing Christmas carols and light snacks will be available.
Hooray For The Holidays Storytime and Crafts with Cowboy Alex at the Gerry Kulick Community Center in Ferndale
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Listen to Cowboy Alex read fun stories about the winter holidays, joke around with his puppet pals and do silly magic tricks. Plus, kids and parents will make an awesome holiday craft project using recycled material.Good for kids ages 3 - 7 years old. Registration required.