Mondays, February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
In this four-week workshop open to all levels, you will discover the joy of writing as you write with others to generate fresh material, whether it be for fiction, nonfiction, or poetry – or simply for your own pleasure.
Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Learn the fundamentals of drawing as Mary demonstrates and guides students through this 4-week class. Week 1: Tonal Drawing / Week 2: Portrait drawing / Week 3: Portrait drawing / Week 4: Figure drawing
Wednesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Petra will provide students with guidance and assistance, demonstrating procedures and basic glass fusing techniques, and will include compatibility and testing, annealing, and slumping.
Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Petra will provide students with guidance and assistance, demonstrating procedures and basic glass fusing techniques, and will include compatibility and testing, annealing, and slumping.
Bill Kristol will visit BIG ARTS to share his thoughts and ideas gleaned from a decades-long distinguished political career in leadership roles in the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations, and as a distinguished author and observer of world affairs.
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Fridays, February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Multi-level watercolor artists will enjoy this relaxed 4-week session of watercolor painting classes covering composition, color theory, and texture. Students will work at their own pace and learn to paint with confidence under Sunny’s guidance, from reference materials provided.
Apollo’s Fire is graciously sponsored by BIG ARTS Classical Series Circle
Nancy Dehmlow, David Huggin & Ken Nees.
Baroque passion ignites the stage with Apollo’s Fire, the GRAMMY®-winning ensemble led by harpsichordist and conductor Jeannette Sorrell.
A Ken Sneeden production and Sanibel Historical Museum & Village collaboration with the Captiva Island Historical Society
Premiere of the documentary includes exclusive interviews and motivative facts which reveal what made barrier island’s Esperanza Woodring a legend.
Brooklyn Rider is graciously sponsored by BIG ARTS Classical Series Circle
Nancy Dehmlow, David Huggin & Ken Nees.
Hailed as “the future of chamber music” (Strings Magazine), Brooklyn Rider presents both traditional and eclectic repertoire that continues to draw rave reviews from classical, world, and rock critics alike.
Yesterday and Today is graciously sponsored by Bob and Kathy Wiesemann & Charles and Gail Sheetz.
This is not just another Beatles tribute show; it’s an unforgettable journey that places the audience at the very heart of the experience.
Naturally 7 isn’t just another a cappella group; they transform voices into drums, guitars, and brass in a jaw‑dropping art form they call “Vocal Play.” Their new show, Closer Look, blends cinematic themes with signature originals.
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Fridays, February 20, 27 & March 6, 13, 20, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Students who are registered in the February/March 6-week pottery sessions will be allowed to participate in these Friday open studio classes. The open studio will offer current students extra time outside of class to continue and complete their artwork.