Open Art!!!
2023-01-31 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Creative Community Space, 218 Main Street, Epping, NH, 03042, United States
Drop-in and get creative! Make your own New Year Vision Collage! Come search for visual representations, in our massive magazine collection, of your hopes and aspirations for 2023.
OR
Explore our materials, or bring your own project. Make it a fun night out with friends! Come and meet other creatives! Basic materials included in your fee, some items available for small additional fees.

*Open Art is free to members of Creative Community Space – see the website for membership information.
Seating is limited due to the pandemic and social distancing needs. First come/first serve for spaces. Exact cash is preferred, cards are also accepted.
Covid-related information:
Classes, Open Art and events are held in our 3-season Art Barn where we can open the barn door for airflow. During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Art Explorers!
2023-02-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-02-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-03-01 10:00 - 11:30
The Art Explorers Club is supportive of the artistic interests of individuals with developmental disabilities. Art Explorers Club members are presented with a project which they can make or they can experiment with the materials. We meet twice a month on the first and third Wednesdays. You must pre-register for this club, please see below.
*If you would like your group or individuals to join Art Explorers Club or would like us to offer a club for your group, please email Vandy at www.CreativeCommunityspace@gmail.com

3rd - 5th Art Club!!!
2023-02-01 15:15 - 17:00, 2023-02-08 15:15 - 17:00, 2023-02-15 15:15 - 17:00, 2023-02-22 15:15 - 17:00, 2023-03-08 15:15 - 17:00
Come meet other art enthusiasts! We will experiment with new skills and materials and make projects that express who we are!

Art Club for grades 3 -5 or age equivalent, will meet Wednesdays from 3:15 – 5:00. Registration is for a month of classes – be sure to check the calendar to know when we are meeting. You must renew your registration monthly by emailing Vandy at CreativeCommunitySpace@gmail.com or speaking to her directly before the last day of the current session. Cost is $92.00/4-week session, materials fee may be required depending on projects chosen by the group.
Epping students will be picked up at school and walked down to the Arts Center by the Creative Community Space group leader. Students should bring a snack to eat before we begin Art Club activities. Don’t wear your best clothes to Art Club, art can be messy!
You will find the registration form at the link below. Upon receiving your registration & payment we will email you a “Walkers’ Release” that will allow us to pick your child up at school.
*Please note We generally follow the SAU 14 school calendar for days off/snow days.
Registration Deadline: When 3 students have registered we have a “club.” This is session 5. This session runs Feb. 8, 15, 22 and March 8. The dates of this session changed (Feb. 1 became part of last session) because a class was missed due to Vandy being ill on Jan. 18. Please invite your child/youth’s friends to join Art Club.
Cancelation Policy: If you register and the club is canceled due to lack of participation you will be given a full refund. No refunds after the 4 week session has begun.
Covid-related information: Art Club will meet in the indoor Gathering Space as long as it is determined to be safe.
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Very Beginning Drawing Part II Shading and Value
2023-02-04 10:00 - 12:00
Very Beginning Drawing Part II Shading and Value
$50.00

This is the continuation of the basic drawing introduction class. We will now learn techniques to shade and give dimension to your drawings. This class will give you a basic understanding of tone and value. “Artistic talent” is a misnomer. This is a no-shame, no-judgment class. Drawing skills can serve you in so many ways, and you will see your world in a new way too. This is a 2-hour Introduction to Shading and Value class,
Come expand your drawing skills!!! You know you really want to!!!
A materials list will be provided by email upon registration – materials are generally under $25.00 and available at Michael’s Crafts. These will be for your practice at home. In-class materials will be provided.
Registration Deadline:
Cancelation through January 31st for a full refund.
Cancelation on February 1st or after get a credit for a future class or workshop.
see DETAILS at the bottom of the calendar page for registration form link.
Covid related information:
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Open Art - Clay Night!!!
2023-02-07 19:00 - 21:00
Drop-in and create. This is an Open Art session with clay. These sessions are available once a month. Basic clay instruction on clay hand-building and tool usage will be provided. (sorry no wheels) Your fee includes 1 pound of clay – additional clay can be purchased for $7.00/ pound. The fee includes the first firing in the kiln (bisque fire). Later come to a Glaze Day. Your fee on this day will include glaze and glaze firing in the kiln to create your functional ceramic piece. Seating is limited due to the pandemic and social distancing needs. First come/first serve for spaces. Cash is preferred but cards are accepted.
This is an All Ages Event
*Open Art is Free to Members of Creative Community Space, they only pay the $3.00 materials fee on clay and glaze nights- see our website for membership details.
Covid related information:
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

1st and 2nd grade Art Club
2023-02-13 15:15 - 16:15
The January session is full. Please check back later in the month to register for the February session. Come meet other art enthusiasts! We will experiment with new skills and materials and make projects that express who we are!
Art Club for grades 1 & 2 or age equivalent, will meet Mondays from 3:15 – 4:15. Registration in January is for 3 classes due to holidays– be sure to check the calendar to know when we are meeting. You must renew your registration monthly by emailing Vandy at CreativeCommunitySpace@gmail.com or speaking to her directly before the last day of the current session. Cost is $45 for this 3-week session, materials fee may be required depending on projects chosen by the group.
*********************JANUARY 23RD WAS CANCELLED DUE TO A SNOW DAY. FEBRUARY 13TH WAS ADDED*************************************************************************************************
Epping students will be picked up at school and walked down to the Arts Center by the Creative Community Space group leader. Students should bring a water bottle and a snack to eat before we begin Art Club activities.
PLEASE BE SURE TO INFORM THE ART CENTER IF YOUR CHILD STAYS HOME FROM SCHOOL SO WE DON’T WAIT FOR THEM.
You will find the registration form at the link below. Upon receiving your registration & payment we will email you a “Walkers’ Release” that will allow us to pick your child up at school.
*Please note We generally follow the SAU 14 school calendar.
Registration Deadline: Deadline for the first 3 weeks is: January 5th. Please invite your child/youth’s friend to join Art Club.
Cancelation Policy: If you register and the club is canceled due to lack of participation you will be given a full refund. No refunds after the 3 week session has begun.
Covid related information: After October Art Club will meet in the indoor Gathering Space as long as it is determined to be safe.
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

No Open Art Tonight
2023-02-14 19:00 - 21:00
We’re Sorry, no Open Art tonight. We have low attendance on Valentines Day.

The Magic 3!!! Handbuilding 101
2023-02-19 13:00 - 16:00
Have you always wanted to work with clay? Hand-building (no wheel) is a great way to get started. With the Magic 3 you can build just about anything! Come learn how to make a basic, pinched form, coiled form, and slab form.
Workshop: This is a 3-hour workshop for Adults and High School age students. No experience is necessary, just good humor and the willingness to get your hands dirty! See the registration form, materials fee, and cost in “Details” below. Your materials fee below covers your instruction, tool use, clay, and first/bisque firing. If you have questions please email the teacher: Wendy Harris RavenArtCreations@gmail.com

Return: Check the CCS calendar and come on back for a “Glaze Day” to paint your piece with glaze.
You pay $22 for your studio fee and 4 pounds of clay to be glazed, and fired. We fire your piece again to make it a functional ceramic piece.
or Pick up your piece and paint it at home with acrylic paints as a decorative piece.
*Like all businesses our materials and operation costs have been affected by rising prices.
Registration Deadline:
Cancelation through February 16th for a full refund.
Cancelation on February 17th or after get a credit for a future class or workshop.
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

1st & 2nd Grade Art Club!!! FULL (please read below)
2023-02-20 15:15 - 16:15, 2023-03-06 15:15 - 16:15, 2023-03-13 15:15 - 16:15
We are sorry, this session is full. If you would be interested in us starting a Thursday session for this age group please let us know by emailing CreativeCommunitySpace@gmail.com. If we can get 3 participants we can begin another group.
Come meet other art enthusiasts! We will experiment with new skills and materials and make projects that express who we are!
Art Club for grades 1 & 2 or age equivalent, will meet Mondays from 3:15 – 4:15. Registration is for 3 classes please be sure to check the calendar to know when we are meeting. You must renew your registration monthly by emailing Vandy at CreativeCommunitySpace@gmail.com or speaking to her directly before the last day of the current session. Cost is $45 for this 3-week session, February 20 and March 6th & 13th. A materials fee may be required depending on projects chosen by the group.
Epping students will be picked up at school and walked down to the Arts Center by the Creative Community Space group leader. Students should bring a water bottle and a snack to eat before we begin Art Club activities.
PLEASE BE SURE TO INFORM THE ART CENTER IF YOUR CHILD STAYS HOME FROM SCHOOL SO WE DON’T WAIT FOR THEM.
You will find the registration form at the link below. Upon receiving your registration & payment we will email you a “Walkers’ Release” that will allow us to pick your child up at school.
*Please note We generally follow the SAU 14 school calendar.
Registration Deadline: Deadline for this Session is: February 13th for current club members. New member registration begins February 14th if there is space.
Cancelation Policy: If you register and the club is canceled due to lack of participation you will be given a full refund. No refunds after the session has begun.
Covid related information: After October Art Club will meet in the indoor Gathering Space as long as it is determined to be safe.
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Beginning Acrylic Painting
2023-02-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-21 16:00 - 17:30, 2023-03-07 16:00 - 17:30
This is a class for students aged 10 – 14.
Come learn the basics of acrylic painting from subject choice through completion. This is an introduction class, no need to worry if you don’t have art experience. We will be working on 9×12 landscapes.
This class is 4 weeks and runs Tuesdays February 21st – March 21st. No class on February 28th due to school vacations.
4:00 – 5:30 PM
Register with link below.
$92.00 for instruction + $15.00 for materials = $107.00
Please note We generally follow the SAU 14 school calendar for days off/snow days.
Registration Deadline: We need 3 students to run this class. Please invite your child/youth’s friends to sign up.
Cancelation Policy: If you register and the class is canceled due to lack of participation you will be given a full refund. If the class runs you can cancel through February 17th for a full refund. Cancellation after February 17th you will receive a credit towards a future class or open art. No refunds after the 4-week session has begun.
Covid-related information: We will meet in the indoor Gathering Space as long as it is determined to be safe in relation to Covid.
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Open Art- Glaze Night!!!
2023-02-21 19:00 - 21:00
Did you make ceramics at a Creative Community Space class or event? Come on this evening to paint on your glaze so we can fire it again and make it a functional ceramic piece for you. Your glaze and firing are included in your drop-in fee of $13.00 for a piece originally 1 pound. *additional $3.00/pound after the first one.
This is an All Ages event.
*Open Art is Free to Members of Creative Community Space, they only pay the $3.00 materials fee on clay and glaze nights- see our website for membership details.
Seating is limited due to the pandemic and social distancing needs. First come/first serve for spaces. Cash is preferred but cards are accepted.
Covid related information:
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Meet-Up Check it out!
2023-02-25 14:00 - 16:00
This is a Meet-Up event. Check this link to join this Meet-Up and attend this event.
Copy and paste this link into your browser to get all the details!
https://www.meetup.com/manchesterartmeetup/events/290555519/

Please see parking directions on the website

SoulCollage® Community Card-Making
2023-02-26 15:00 - 17:00
This Creative Community event happens on the last Sunday of the month from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
This community card-making session is for those who have taken a SoulCollage® workshop at CCS or elsewhere or have read the book SoulCollage® Evolving, by Seena Frost. Come create in community! Magazines, pre-cut images, some tools and large index cards provided. Bring your favorite scissors and glue stick. Matboard cards and sleeves available for purchase, $1.00/set.
(This is a 1 day/ 2 hour open workshop “Pandemic Pricing” $10. No formal instruction provided. Vandy Leigh, Trained SoulCollage®Facilitator will be available for guidance. Bring magazines to share if you’d like.)
Deadline to register: Friday, February 24 at 11:59 PM
Email: CreativeCommunitySpace@gmail.com with your name, email and phone number, to register
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER Open Art!!!
2023-02-28 19:00 - 21:00
We’re sorry Open Art is Canceled due to the weather today/tonight. See you next week!
Drop-in and get creative! Explore our materials, or bring your own project. Make it a fun night out with friends! Come and meet other creatives! Basic materials included in your fee, some items available for small additional fees.

*Open Art is free to members of Creative Community Space – see the website for membership information.
Seating is limited due to the pandemic and social distancing needs. First come/first serve for spaces. Exact cash is preferred, cards are also accepted.
Covid related information:
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Open Art Clay Night!!
2023-03-05 08:00 - 17:00
Open Art Clay Night!
$13.00

Drop-in and create. This is an Open Art session with clay. These sessions are available once a month. Basic clay instruction on clay hand-building and tool usage will be provided. (sorry no wheels) Your fee includes 1 pound of clay – additional clay can be purchased for $7.00/ pound. The fee includes the first firing in the kiln (bisque fire). Later come to a Glaze Day. Your fee on this day will include glaze and glaze firing in the kiln to create your functional ceramic piece. Seating is limited due to the pandemic and social distancing needs. First, come/first serve for spaces. Cash is preferred but cards are accepted.
This is an All Ages Event
*Open Art is Free to Members of Creative Community Space, they only pay the $3.00 materials fee on clay and glaze nights- see our website for membership details.
Covid related information:
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Open Art Clay Night!!!
2023-03-07 19:00 - 21:00

Thursday 1 & 2 Art Club!!!
2023-03-09 15:15 - 16:15
Art Club for grades 1 & 2 or age equivalent, will meet Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15. Registration is for 3 classes. Be sure to check the calendar to know when we are meeting. You must renew your registration monthly by emailing Vandy at CreativeCommunitySpace@gmail.com or speaking to her directly before the last day of the current session. This is session 1 for this day and age group. The session will run Thursdays 3/9, 3/16, 3/23.
Cost is $45 for this 3-week session, materials fee may be required depending on projects chosen by the group.
Epping students will be picked up at school and walked down to the Arts Center by the Creative Community Space group leader. Students should bring a water bottle and a snack to eat before we begin Art Club activities.
PLEASE BE SURE TO INFORM THE ART CENTER IF YOUR CHILD STAYS HOME FROM SCHOOL, or WILL NOT BE ATTENDING ART CLLUB SO WE DON’T WAIT FOR THEM.
You will find the registration form at the link below. Upon receiving your registration & payment we will email you a “Walkers’ Release” that will allow us to pick your child up at school.
*Please note We generally follow the SAU 14 school calendar.
Registration Deadline: Deadline for the first 3 weeks is: March 6th Please invite your child/youth’s friend to join Art Club. We need 3 students to run and continue this group.
Cancelation Policy: If you register and the club is canceled due to lack of participation you will be given a full refund. No refunds after the 3 week session has begun.
Covid related information: After October Art Club will meet in the indoor Gathering Space as long as it is determined to be safe.
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!

Postponed! Beginning Acrylic Painting for 10 -14 yr olds
2023-03-14 16:00 - 17:30
This class is postponed due to weather. We will have a make-up day on March 28th 4-5:30

CANCELED due to weather. Open Art!!!
2023-03-14 19:00 - 21:00
Open Art!!!
$10.00

Drop-in and get creative! Explore our materials, or bring your own project. Make it a fun night out with friends! Come and meet other creatives! Basic materials included in your fee, some items available for small additional fees.

*Open Art is free to members of Creative Community Space – see the website for membership information.
Seating is limited due to the pandemic and social distancing needs. First come/first serve for spaces. Exact cash is preferred, cards are also accepted.
Covid related information:
During classes and Open Art at Creative Community Space masks are highly recommended. Vaccination for Covid is highly recommended.
Before attending a class or gathering you should be able to answer “No” to these questions.
Have you tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days? Are you currently awaiting results from a COVID-19 test? Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider (for example, a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other) in the past 10 days? Have you been told that you are suspected to have COVID-19 by a licensed healthcare provider in the past 10 days? If you answer “Yes” to any of these questions or are feeling ill, please stay home. We’d love to see you another time!
