City Guide
Art courses, workshops, camps, and parties for artists of all ages and abilities. Art exhibitions and a Gallery Shop that feature area artists. Available to rent for private events. Optional membership ($50, families $100, students and seniors $40) includes discounts on classes and more. info@annarborartcenter.org, annarborartcenter.org V
Beginners and pros welcome. Annual slide and print competition. Meets Sept.-June, 1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m., Forsythe Middle School, 1655 Newport and Wines Elementary School, 1701 Newport. Visitors welcome. Picnic in June. Dues $25. elburns@mac.com
Stitchers of all abilities invited to work on their projects and learn about guild activities. Meets Sept.-June, 3rd Mon. 7 p.m., Rudolf Steiner High School, 2230 Pontiac. Dues free to visitors; $40 to join. aastitchers.org
For people interested in weaving, spinning, dyeing, quilting, knitting, felting, beading, and surface design such as wearable art. Workshops, lectures, critique sessions, exhibitions. Annual sales at U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens and the Ann Arbor State Street Area Art Fair. Spring fashion show and luncheon at Wasthenaw Community College. Check website for meeting details. Dues $30. fibercats@comcast.net, annarborfiberarts.org
Fall and winter classes for adults in basic ceramics. Waiting list. Call for fees. Visiting and full memberships for qualified applicants. jerih@umich.edu, potterwoman@hotmail.com (for membership information), pottersguild.net
Over 300 member artists in all media. Monthly programs, workshops, juried shows, and critique groups. Dues $40; $55 to have bio and image listed on the AAWA website. Meets 3rd Monday of Sept.-Nov. & Jan.-Apr. 7-8:30 p.m., Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin. Membership inquiries: Kate Lebowsky, klebowsky@yahoo.com. President: Katherine Willson, moonswings@gmail.com. annarborwomenartists.com V
Promotes leadership and creates opportunities for artists and cultural organizations to stimulate economic development and build strong communities. susan@a3arts.org, a3arts.org
Knitters, crocheters, and quilters work together and share techniques. Meets 1st & 3rd Tues. 6-9 p.m.; e-mail for location. mcclumpha@hotmail.com
Members study, make, and collect lace. Open to beginners. Dues $20; ages 16 & under free. Call or email for meeting info. kjcampbelllace@sbcglobal.net, gllgi.org
Lectures and workshops. Members make quilts and raise funds for children at SafeHouse shelter. Meets odd-numbered months, 3rd Sat. 9 a.m. (doors open 8:30 a.m.), Washtenaw Community College Morris J. Lawrence Bldg., 4800 E. Huron River Dr. Dues $35, guests $10. president@gaaqg.com, gaaqg.com
Members make hand-sewn lap quilts that are donated to the Veterans Hospital and Staples Family Center. All ages and skill levels welcome. Meets 1st & 3rd Mon. 1-2:30 p.m. christine-cunningham@usc.salvationarmy.org
Classes and workshops in many arts, crafts, glass, ceramics and textiles. See quarterly brochure online for fees and classes. aareced.com S