Adult Ceramic Art Education
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
Clay Adult Classes
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Handbuilding Hangout | 3D Ornament
Friday, December 12 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe on the patio to hand-build and glaze your own unique ceramic piece using simple techniques and lots of personality. Whether you're crafting a charcuterie tray, slab vase, coasters and Holiday Ornaments, you'll leave with something functional, fun, and totally your own. Ages 15+
Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$60 | Non-Member, $51 | Member
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1/9 | Try the Wheel: Date Night/Friends Night | ages 15+
First Friday Art Walk | January 9 · 5:30–7:30 PM
Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this relaxed, beginner-friendly evening of clay play. No experience needed for an evening of laughter and clay-splattered memories.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$50 Non-Member | $42 Member
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A Pair of Ceramic Mugs | ages 15+
Saturday, January 17 · 5:00–8:00 PM
Learn handbuilding and texture techniques to create your
own unique and customized ceramic mugs — perfect for
your morning coffee ritual.
Instructor: Kristin Gruenberger
$60 Non-Member | $50 Member
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Evening Wheel Throwing - Session 1 | ages 15+
6 Tuesdays January 20 – February 24 · 5:45–8:45 PM
End your day creatively while learning wheel techniques, trimming, and glazing in a supportive setting. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$300 Non-Member | $255 Member
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Daytime Wheel Throwing - Session 1 | ages 15+
6 Tuesdays, January 20 – February 24 · 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Build your skills in both wheel throwing and handbuilding in this daytime 6-week series. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$300 | Non-Member $255 | Member
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Après Clay - Valentine Clay | ages 15+
Saturday, January 24 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Celebrate the season of love by sculpting Valentine-inspired clay pieces.
Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$45 Non-Member | $38 Member
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2/6 | Try the Wheel: Date Night/Friends Night | ages 15+
First Friday Art Walk | February 6 · 5:30–7:30 PM
Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this relaxed, beginner-friendly evening of clay play. No experience needed for an evening of laughter and clay-splattered memories.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$50 Non-Member | $42 Member
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AND Series - Moss Mugs + Moscow Mules | ages 21+
Thursday, February 19 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Join us and make a mushroom and moss covered mug! textured, nature-inspired ceramic mugs and cups while learning surface design and finishing techniques complete with Moscow mule cocktails. 2 cocktails, snacks and supplies included.
Instructor: Cat Avila
Non-Member $45, Member $38
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Après Clay - Soap Dishes | ages 15+
Saturday, February 21 · 4:30–6:30 PM
Make handmade soap dishes to match your space — no prior clay experience required.
Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$45 Non-Member | $38 Member
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Après Clay - Matchstick Holders | ages 15+
Saturday, March 7 · 4:30–6:30 PM
Make a petite, functional piece for your home and enjoy a laid-back creative afternoon. Completed with striker paper on the bottom for candles or fireside.
Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$45 Non-Member | $38 Member
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3/13 Try the Wheel | Date Night/Friends Night | ages 15+
Friday | March 13 · 5:30–7:30 PM
Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this relaxed, beginner-friendly evening of clay play. No experience needed for an evening of laughter and clay-splattered memories.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$50 Non-Member | $42 Member
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Girl Dinner Platter | ages 18+
Saturday, March 14 · 5:00–8:00 PM
Design and handbuild a platter perfect for your “girl dinner.” Fun, functional, and friend night approved! Girl Dinner and refreshments provided. Beer and wine for purchase 21+. Music and spontaneous dancing encouranged!
Instructor: Kristin Gruenberger
$75 Non-Member | $65 Member
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Daytime Wheel Throwing - Session 2 | ages 15+
6 Tuesdays, March 24 – April 28 · 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Build your skills in both wheel throwing and handbuilding in this daytime 6-week series. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$300 | Non-Member $255 | Member
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Evening Wheel Throwing | Ages 15+
6 Tuesdays, March 24 – April 28 · 5:45 PM–8:45 PM
Build your skills in both wheel throwing and handbuilding in this daytime 6-week series. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$300 | Non-Member $255 | Member
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4/3 Try the Wheel | Date Night/Friends Night | ages 15+
First Friday Art Walk | April 3 · 5:30–7:30 PM
Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this relaxed, beginner-friendly evening of clay play. No experience needed for an evening of laughter and clay-splattered memories.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$50 Non-Member | $42 Member
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Après Clay- Birdfeeders | ages 15+
Saturday, April 11 · 4:30–6:30 PM
Make a cute accessory for your porch to feed our feathered friends.
Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$45 Non-Member | $38 Member
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5/1 | Try the Wheel: Date Night/Friends Night | ages 15+
First Friday Art Walk | May 1 · 5:30–8:30 PM
Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this relaxed, beginner-friendly evening of clay play. No experience needed for an evening of laughter and clay-splattered memories.
Instructor: Lauren Roullier
$50 Non-Member | $42 Member
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Mother's Day Clay Bouquet | ages 15+
May 2 · 4:30–7:30 PM
Handbuild floral-inspired clay pieces to complete a meaningful sculpture — a heartfelt handmade gift for Mother’s Day.
Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$60 Non-Member | $50 Member
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Raku Workshop - 5/16 1pm-4pm | ages 15+
Saturday, May 16th.
First Fire | 1:00–4:00 PM
Discover the excitement of raku, a dramatic Japanese firing technique where red-hot pottery is pulled from the kiln and placed in combustible materials to create unpredictable, vivid surface effects. Every piece emerges with its own one-of-a-kind patterns, smoky blacks, and striking colors. Bring your own non-functional bisque pieces or choose from premade pottery to glaze with special raku glazes, horsehair or feathers. Pieces must be less than 8" in height and 6” in width. Bisqued pottery will be available for purchase - $15/peice.
Instructor: Nina Kisker
$75 Non-Member | $64 Member
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Raku Workshop - 5/16 4:30pm-7:30pm | ages 15+
Saturday, May 16th.
First Fire | 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Discover the excitement of raku, a dramatic Japanese firing technique where red-hot pottery is pulled from the kiln and placed in combustible materials to create unpredictable, vivid surface effects. Every piece emerges with its own one-of-a-kind patterns, smoky blacks, and striking colors. Bring your own non-functional bisque pieces or choose from premade pottery to glaze with special raku glazes, horsehair or feathers. Pieces must be less than 8" in height and 6” in width. Bisqued pottery will be available for purchase - $15/peice.
Instructor: Nina Kisker
$75 Non-Member | $64 Member
