| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Free Demo! Logan Mat Cutters with Mike Grecian!Presented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center May 26, 2012 Learn to use Logan products like a pro and take control of your framing costs! Learn how to cut single, double and spacer mats. Mike will walk you through the mysteries of mat cutting, taking out the guess work that leads to ruined mats and wasted money. Mike will show board mounted mat cutter models, including the new & improved 350 & 450 series at 40% off retail! | Forstall Art Center | 05/26/12 | Homewood |
Free Demo! Holbein Paints with Mike Grecian!Presented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center May 26, 2012 Here is your chance to explore and play with Holbein & Faber-Castell color products. This overview includes Duo Oil which performs like regular oil paint, but cleans up with soap and water - no harsh solvents needed! Duo Oils can be mixed with watercolor, gouache, acrylics or any water based paint. Mike will show you how to use Hobein paints with Faber-Castell drawing materials to create astonishing mixed media works. | Forstall Art Center | 05/26/12 | Homewood |
The Alabama Phoenix FestivalPresented by Alabama Phoenix Festival at Cahaba Grand Conference Center May 25-May 27, 2012 May 25-27 2012 at the Cahaba Grand Conference Center on Hwy 280
Memberships may be purchased at www.alabamaphoenixfestival.com
The Alabama Phoenix Festival is a celebration that spans the realms of creativity and imagination and shows how the impossible is possible for us all! The Festival invites all ages from 1 to 909 years of age to come together and celebrate The Arts, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Gaming and all interests from every quarter of the universe! There is... | Alabama Phoenix Festival | 05/25/12-
05/27/12 | Birmingham |
| West End Branch Library Presents Free Crochet Classes | Birmingham Public Library | 05/29/12 | Birmingham |
| Five Points West Library Presents Active Living @ Your Library | Birmingham Public Library | 05/30/12 | Birmingham |
Painting in The GardensPresented by Birmingham Botanical Gardens at Birmingham Botanical Gardens May 29-June 1, 2012 Summer is approaching and you need to keep the kids active. Sign them up for Painting in the Gardens. This four day class is for students entering 3rd to 6th grade. Mary Jane Coker is the instructor. | Birmingham Botanical Gardens | 05/29/12-
06/01/12 | Birmingham |
Spray Cans, Markers, and Ink with Shane BPresented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center June 2, 2012 Join world-renowned street and tattoo artist Shane B as he demystifies the world of graffiti. Shane’s colorful murals have appeared all over the US and Europe, and now he returns to Forstall Art to show you how it’s done.
| Forstall Art Center | 06/02/12 | Homewood |
10th Annual Art in the GardensPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 2-June 3, 2012 Stroll through the Gardens and shop the works of more than 70 Alabama artists in 11 categories including, clay, jewelry, photography, painting, fiber, metal, mixed media, pottery, printmaking, drawing and sculpture. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/02/12-
06/03/12 | Hoover |
Night at the Library- Summer Reading Kickoff EventPresented by Irondale Public Library at Irondale Public Library June 4, 2012 Please join us for this family-oriented event with snacks, crafts and a beautiful short film. Dress as your favorite Book Character to win door prizes. Every child who attends will get a Glow-in-the-dark "Dream Big" gel bracelet. (While supplies last) | Irondale Public Library | 06/04/12 | Irondale |
Springville Road Library Presents Toby Richards Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Public Library at Springville Road Regional Library (BPL) June 5, 2012 Ever wonder how people create those wonderful picture frames that you just know you could do but haven't tried? Join us for an adventure into the world of the folk artist and their creative spirit. Participants will use found objects to create their own work of art. | Birmingham Public Library | 06/05/12 | Birmingham |
City Arts: Bottles and BrushesPresented by City Arts Boutique at City Arts Boutique June 5, 2012
Bring your favorite bottle of wine, come grab a brush and learn to paint a beautiful painting with talented Birmingham artist Allison Rhea. Come with friends, or meet new ones here!
Cost :will cover all materials and sends you home with a beautiful painting
Advance registration. All materials included. Space is limited!
| City Arts Boutique | 06/05/12 | Birmingham |
| Quilling | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 06/06/12 | Leeds |
Design Your Own Adinkra Symbol ClothPresented by Birmingham Public Library at Birmingham Public Library - Central Branch June 7, 2012 Adinkra is a hand-painted fabric made in Ghana. Developed by the Ashanti people, adinkra cloths were traditionally made for royalty to wear at religious ceremonies. Through the years, people have also decorated the cloths to tell a story or to express their thoughts and feelings. Join us as we complete a work of art using adinkra stamps and proverbs to design your very own masterpiece. | Birmingham Public Library | 06/07/12 | Birmingham |
Preserving The Heritage - Silent AuctionPresented by Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark June 7, 2012 Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark will hold its third annual Preserving the Heritage Silent Auction. Join in a night of good food, music, and auction items! Auction items include "unique" pieces of Sloss as well as items provided by local artists, photographers and merchants. Local artists Merrilee Challiss, Jennifer Wallace, Heather Spencer Holmes, Luke Wilson, Megan Kimber, Andrea Paschal and Daisy Winfrey - to name a few - are adding their individual designs to Sloss... | Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark | 06/07/12 | Birmingham |
Summer Camp Program: Nature and ArtPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 4-June 8, 2012 For children entering 5K and 1st grade
Instructor: Minnette Wiggins, B.S. and M.A. Early Chldhood Education, National Board Certification
Explore all the ways nature creates its own art. Children will paint, sculpt, draw, and create using lines, formations and textures found in nature. Young master artists will be introduced to famous artists who used nature as inspiration.
Contact Audrey Ann Wilson. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/04/12-
06/08/12 | Hoover |
| 16h Annual Down Home Psaltery Festival | Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park | 06/09/12 | McCalla |
Headwaters FestivalPresented by Headwaters Festival at Trussville Springs June 9-June 10, 2012 Festival will move along on a beautiful stretch of the Cahaba River at Trussville Springs. Get group dance instruction in zydeco, salsa, swing, contra, bop, and line dancing at the River Stage Dance Pavilion, then dance to great music by great live bands. Slow down with a leisurely stroll to browse adn shop the Gallery Expo. Discover the talent of artist represented by great local and regional galleries and arts organizations - all in one place. Keep moving with... | Headwaters Festival | 06/09/12-
06/10/12 | Trussville |
Beginning Silversmithing for Jewelry MakingPresented by Artists on the Bluff-Cecily Chaney's Studio June 7-June 10, 2012 Learn to make fashion jewelry using a torch to solder sterling silver. In this class you will learn the basics of soldering and create a ring, cuff, pendant and earrings. Gemstone cabachons will be incorporated in your pieces. You will use basic tools including pliers, files, saws and grinders. A second course, Intermediate Silver will introduce the student to more advanced techniques.
More information will be emailed to enrolled students as to the type of dress... | Artists on the Bluff-Cecily Chaney's Studio | 06/07/12-
06/10/12 | Hoover |
| Central Youth Department Family Craft Night | Birmingham Public Library | 06/11/12 | Birmingham |
Altered Book Program Presented by Pinson Public Library at Pinson Public Library June 11, 2012 Express yourself! Rip, puncture, paint, and glue old, discarded books to create masterpieces of art! We will alter the book’s appearance to turn it into a new work of art.
This program is for incoming 6th-12th grade students. | Pinson Public Library | 06/11/12 | Pinson |
Artbreak: Simply Sumi-ePresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 12, 2012 Artist-in-Residence Toby Richards explores the ancient Japanese painting technique of Sumi-e in an interactive demonstration. Richards visits Japan once a year to develop her skills in this technique | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/12/12 | Birmingham |
Recycled Book Arts Program-Collage and Image TransfersPresented by Birmingham Public Library at East Lake Branch Library (BPL) June 12, 2012 Give an old book new life by turning it into a beautiful work of art! This class will focus on COLLAGE AND IMAGE TRANSFERS. Using appropriated images, participants will be given the freedom to explore instantly gratifying ways to add depth and richness to an altered book. Taught by Allison Rhea | Birmingham Public Library | 06/12/12 | Birmingham |
| Adult Crafts | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 06/13/12 | Leeds |
Got Tape??Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library June 13, 2012 Rising 6th - 12th Graders only.
Come by the library & make wallets, flip flops, & more with duct tape! Patterns provided, but creativity encouraged. Snacks & all supplies provided. | Homewood Public Library | 06/13/12 | Homewood |
Teen Steampunk:Themed Craft & GamePresented by Bessemer Public Library at Bessemer Library June 14, 2012 Steampunk is a mixture of old world, steam powered tech machines with science fiction twists. Teens will own the night through craft-related activities, mind games, and a special movie screening. Refreshments will be served. | Bessemer Public Library | 06/14/12 | Bessemer |
Art in the AfternoonPresented by Birmingham Botanical Gardens at Birmingham Botanical Gardens June 11-June 15, 2012 Want to keep the children busy for the summer? Come sign them up for Art in the Afternoon. This week long class is for chidren entering kindergarten up to 2nd grade. Mary Jane Cocker is the instrutor for this class.
| Birmingham Botanical Gardens | 06/11/12-
06/15/12 | Birmingham |
Recycled Book Arts Program-Books As SculpturePresented by Birmingham Public Library at Springville Road Regional Library (BPL) June 15, 2012 Give an old book new life by turning it into a beautiful work of art! This class will focus on the BOOK AS A SCULPTURE where the book pages go from 2D to 3D in a matter of hours. Participants will be introduced to several simple techniques artists use to turn a book into free-standing sculpture. Taught by Allison Rhea. | Birmingham Public Library | 06/15/12 | Birmingham |
Knit & KnibblePresented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) June 16, 2012 Calling all crafters! Join us today at Emmet O'Neal Library for a little knittin' and knibblin'! From beginner to advanced, all crafts and skill levels are welcome! No formal instruction is provided but friendly help is usually available!
The Library will provide beverages, snacks, and a lot of craft books...you supply your tools, supplies, and the creativity!
For more information, contact Katie Moellering at 205-445-1118 or kmoellering@bham.lib.al.us! | Emmet O'Neal Library | 06/16/12 | Mountain Brook |
Art on Southside: Alabama Artists ExhibitPresented by Select My Space May 24-June 16, 2012 On May 24th at 6:00 pm, Select My Space will be hosting Art on SouthSide: Alabama Artists featuring Amy Veneziano, Paul Godbey, Cavan Edney, Alice Faye Love and other Alabama artists. This exhibition kicks off May 24th with an opening party to honor the artists. The exhibition will run through June 16th.Select My Space is the corporate sponsor for Art on Southside.Select My Space is Alabama’s premiere apartment locating service. In addition, Select My Space provides condo, loft and townhome... | Select My Space | 05/24/12-
06/16/12 | Birmingham |
| Toby Richards Art Experiences: Japanese Fans | Birmingham Public Library | 06/17/12 | Birmingham |
Chicks with SticksPresented by Birmingham Public Library at Springville Road Regional Library (BPL) April 16-June 18, 2012 A Get-Together-And-Craft Group for Adults that meets at the Springville Road Branch in the meeting room. Every Third Monday, either Ms. Grace or Ms. Kelly will be on hand to offer instructions on knit, crochet, or some other basic craft. Every Monday the meeting room will be open for crafters to meet and work together, and Ms. Grace or Ms. Kelly will be available to answer specific questions. This is a fun, informal group -- come join them!
Yarn, crochet hooks,... | Birmingham Public Library | 04/16/12-
06/18/12 | Birmingham |
| Five Points West Library Presents "Paint Your Own T-Shirt" | Birmingham Public Library | 06/19/12 | Birmingham |
Toby Richards Art Experiences: Adinkra SymbolsPresented by Birmingham Public Library at North Avondale Branch Library (BPL) June 20, 2012 Adinkra is a hand printed fabric made in Ghana. Developed by the Ashanti people, Adinkra cloths were traditionally made for royalty to wear at religious ceremonies. Through the years, people have also decorated the cloths to tell a story or to express their thoughts or feelings. Join us to make your own Adinkra cloth! 24-hour notice required for program visits. | Birmingham Public Library | 06/20/12 | Birmingham |
| Central Library Youth Department Presents Dream Big Crafts | Birmingham Public Library | 06/26/12 | Birmingham |
| Dynamite Magic and Balloons! | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 06/27/12 | Leeds |
| Learn to Quilt | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 06/28/12 | Leeds |
Summer Camp Program: American Girl in Aldridge GardensPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 25-June 29, 2012 For children entering 1st through 3rd grades
Instructor: Sally Till, B.S. and M.A. Elementary Education
Campers will bring their American Girl for morning journeys throughout the Gardens. Together with our dolls, we will visit many different areas in the Gardens for daily arts, crafts, stories, songs, recipes, and nature projects inspired by the lives of characters such as Kit, Molly, and Julie.
Contact Audrey Ann Wilson. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Hoover |
Bird House Art Extravaganza Presented by Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve at Ruffner Mountain Nature Center June 30, 2012 Bird houses are home tweet home for some birds. Other bird houses, however, are simply meant for decoration. Join us at Ruffner and decorate whatever kind of bird house suits you. You are welcome to bring your own bird house to decorate, or buy one. Paint and other art supplies will be provided. Judges will pick winners for: Most Creative Bird House and "Greenest" Bird House (Children and Adults categories). All houses will then be displayed in the large tree next to the... | Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve | 06/30/12 | Birmingham |
| Sidewalk Chalk Art Show | Homewood Public Library | 07/03/12 | Homewood |
Music and Arts WeekPresented by The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts July 2-July 6, 2012 As our name implies, campers will spend the week immersed in the arts. Campers spend about three hours throughout the day in various choral rehearsals. They also get to choose two classes that interest them. Classes include
• Guitar
• Signing
• Vespers
• Art
• Instrumentals
• Handbells
• Barbershop Quartet
• Conducting
• Women’s Ensemble
• Drama | The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts | 07/02/12-
07/06/12 | Gallant |
Knit & KnibblePresented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) July 7, 2012 Calling all crafters! Join us today at Emmet O'Neal Library from 2-3:30pm for a little knittin' and knibblin'! From beginner to advanced, all crafts and skill levels are welcome! No formal instruction is provided but friendly help is usually available!
The Library will provide beverages, snacks, and a lot of craft books...you supply your tools, supplies, and the creativity!
For more information, contact Katie Moellering at 205-445-1118 or... | Emmet O'Neal Library | 07/07/12 | Mountain Brook |
Claytime PotteryPresented by Leeds Jane Culbreth Library at Leeds–Jane Culbreth Public Library July 10, 2012 Norma Prinsloo will teach children in grades 3 and up to form objects with clay. A second session will be held July 24th for those who signed up for the first in order to paint these works of art. Everyone must call to register! | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 07/10/12 | Leeds |
| Claytime Pottery for Adults | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 07/11/12 | Leeds |
| Lee Bryan: That Puppet Guy | Homewood Public Library | 07/12/12 | Homewood |
| Smithfield Library Presents Steampunk Jewelry | Birmingham Public Library | 07/17/12 | Birmingham |
| Five Points West Library Presents "Steampunk Jewelry" | Birmingham Public Library | 07/17/12 | Birmingham |
| Friendship Bracelet | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 07/18/12 | Leeds |
Kids Summer Reading Finale: Dora Party & Face PaintingPresented by Bessemer Public Library at Bessemer Library July 18, 2012 Join us in celebrating a successful Summer Reading full of dreaming big! There will be food, music, dancing, and more! Grand Reading prizes will be given out at the event. | Bessemer Public Library | 07/18/12 | Bessemer |
| Teens | Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library | 06/07/12-
07/19/12 | Gardendale |
Creative Arts Day CampPresented by Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve at Ruffner Mountain Nature Center July 16-July 20, 2012 From the shiny exoskeleton of a Hercules beetle, to the breeze blowing through your hair on a hot day, to a wildflower that has grown in the crack of a sidewalk, nature is nothing if not inspiring! Use Ruffner’s natural surroundings to encourage your artistic talent. Mediums will include: painting, drawing, weaving, and sculpting. Utilize many different types of material for projects, such as: paints, clays, fabrics, natural materials, and recycled materials. Take a field trip to... | Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve | 07/16/12-
07/20/12 | Birmingham |
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