Events
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For Middle and High Schoolers
Teens grab your latest crafty project and maybe a friend and join us in the Teen Activity Room for a laid back evening of movie watching and crafting. Light snacks and drinks provided. Each week we will also…
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Learn about and put into practice the Japanese stitching and mending process known as Sashiko. It has been also become an artform of simple, geometric designs, traditionally with white thread on indigo fabric, and is used for…
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For teens 11-18, and their invited adult
Teens, grab your favorite adult for a creative reverse appliqué workshop! No matter your skill level, you’ll learn step-by-step techniques to layer fabric, cut designs, and reveal a unique textured…
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Sublimation is a process that lets you transfer images onto coasters, shirts, mugs, and more. If you've never done it before, come and learn how by making a set of delightful coasters featuring the art of Vincent Van Gogh!
We'll have…
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Learn about and put into practice the Japanese stitching and mending process known as Sashiko. It has been also become an artform of simple, geometric designs, traditionally with white thread on indigo fabric, and is used for mending,…
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Settle in with your craft or dive into Seurat-inspired pointillism coloring as we enjoy the iconic, feel-good adventure Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. A perfect night off. Rated PG-13. Presented in partnership with the Holland Area Arts Council.
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Drop by the Holland Area Arts Council's ceramics studio to see Maker-in-Residence Kellyn Sanders for the next step in the digitizing ceramics process. She'll demonstrate best practices for preparing and forming clay onto the complex mold…
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Liven up your spring decor with this cute and simple upcycled book hedgehog! We'll use discarded library books to learn the basics of the art of book folding.
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Join us as we create our own dog tags! Whether for Fido, Felines or Fashion Statement, come learn how to safely use the XTool F1 Laser Engraver, and the XTool Creative Space Software! Due to the dangerous nature of the equipment, we request…
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Have you ever wanted to make your own video game music? Whether you're a game designer who needs a soundtrack, or you just like the idea of making music, this program is for you. We'll spend the evening learning the free…
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For Tweens 9-14Tweens: Create your own custom screen-print design in this guided class with Groundworks! We’ll walk you through each step, then you’ll print your design onto a provided tote bag. You’re also welcome to bring your own blank…
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Learn the fundamentals of electronics and physics by building your own acoustic levitation device from scratch. Participants will practice precision soldering techniques to assemble the kit while exploring the science of standing waves and…
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Do you have soda cans you need to keep cold? Do you want to learn how to use Groundworks' sublimation printer?
Solve both problems at once with Sublimation 101: Custom Can Coolers!
Space & materials are limited, so register…
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This 4 day long course will cover the basics of 3D animation in Blender, a powerful, free and open-source 3D creation suite. We will cover basic animation principles, and work our way up from a simple ball bounce to …
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Learn to sew with Groundworks' sewing machines and serger to create a simple zippered pouch with boxed corners. It's a great way to learn or for beginners looking to learn a new skill.
Attendees will be expected to bring their own…
For Middle and High Schoolers
Teens grab your latest crafty project and maybe a friend and join us in the Teen Activity Room for a laid back evening of movie watching and crafting. Light snacks and drinks provided. Each week we will also…
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Groundworks is partnering with Out on the Lakeshore to host an event during their Youth Drop-In Hours! We will be doing clothing customization! From screen printing and laser etching to hemming and surging, we'll have staff to help you…
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Explore the Shore with us on a special rockhounding journey! We'll explore West Side County Park in search of all sorts of special rocks, including lightning stones.
Tulip City Gem & Mineral Club members will be on hand to help…
For kids and teens
On the third Tuesday of the month, drop-in the Teen Activity Room for writing help from Miss Amanda! Or stop by to work on your own writing. All kinds of writing welcome, at all stages.
