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Experience the magic of the season as BIG ARTS transforms its halls into a holiday wonderland.
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Follow an unsuspecting dad who accidentally becomes the new Santa Claus and discovers the true meaning of Christmas along the way.
2026, R, 145 min, Directed by Stephen Spielberg; Starring: Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth. NOTE: This is an Epic film and will begin at 6:00 P.M.
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Monday & Tuesday, January 4, 5, 2027 from 9:00 AM -4:00 PM
Intermediate & Advanced watercolor artists will be approaching abstract artwork through the creation of a collage on day one. The elements of design and composition will be discussed, and several collages
Mondays, January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
During this 6-week course, beginning students will learn the basics of throwing clay on the pottery wheel, learning how to wedge, center, and start on a path to making many different shapes.
Mondays, January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2027 & Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Students can register for either Monday or Tuesday
Designed for students with basic hand-building experience, this class deepens your understanding of techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch construction.
Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
If you’re comfortable with the basics of throwing and eager to learn more advanced techniques, this class is for you! Students will explore methods for creating larger forms and lidded pieces and incorporating sculptural and surface techniques.
Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This class will combine beginning and advanced students. It will be a hands‐on learning experience offering an outlet for creativity for those who are artistically blessed, as well as those who are artistically challenged.
Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Discover the timeless art of pottery through hand-building! This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to working with clay. You’ll learn foundational techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab construction to create both functional and decorative pieces.
Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Prerequisite: Participants must have taken Beginner and Intermediate Pottery Wheel classes in advance of this class -or- have significant pottery wheel experience prior to registering for this class.
Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This class will combine beginning and advanced students. It will be a hands‐on learning experience offering an outlet for creativity for those who are artistically blessed, as well as those who are artistically challenged.
Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 2027 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
“Ready to get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing?” Step away from the screen and into the soothing, tactile world of clay. Our hand-building class is the perfect place to slow down, explore your imagination, and create something truly unique — no pottery wheel required!