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Wednesday September 17, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Annika Lee Young creatives are invited to bring their curiosity and a playful spirit as we sling some mud on the wheel! This supportive, small-group session covers basic wheel-throwing technique and foundational vocabulary. In each meeting we'll explore new skills, so kindly make certain that your child can attend all six sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible after session begins and make up days may not be available.  $133 ($108/participant + $25 materials fee).ContactAnnika LeeAnnikaLeePottery@Outlook.com
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM	Yoshukai Karate for Homeschoolers - Yoshukai Karate for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Family First LLC Yoshukai Karate is a martial art that emphasizes self-confidence, self-discipline, respect and physical fitness. The primary focus of this class is coordination, physical fitness, listening skills,and exercise in a fun safe environment. For more information please go to www.aukarate.com. $60/month or $220/full semester (two days per week)As students advance, annual membership to wykko organization will be required and testing fee of $50 is required to advance in rank Parent involvement is key for all karateka (students of karate) to be successful! We do ask for parents to be involved in class (hold pads, boards) from time to time and practice with the students at home to get the most out of this class. Contact:Natalie Stephens334-377-0799PUGHNAT@familyfirstdiet.com
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	AASMA - Scale Plastic Modeling - AASMA Scale Plastic Modeling - Fall 2025 - Matt Morgan Auburn Area Scale Modelers Association is a club focused on scale plastic modeling of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and SciFi models of all scales and media. There will be discussions related to building/finishing techniques for different types of kits. There will also be discussions on the subjects and history related to individual projects as they arise. There may also be discussions related to table top miniature games of different types, mainly historical and Sci-Fi/fantasy genres. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent, but must register in-person at the Harris Center so staff can override their age. FREE to the public. ContactMatt Morganfowauburn@gmail.com(334) 750-9170

Thursday September 18, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:15 PM	Traditional Oil Painting - Old World Style - Traditional Oil Painting, Old World Style - Fall 2025 - Elaine Western Travel back in time to a village just outside of Paris called "The Hamlet". We will paint from photos of a carefully preserved cottage and gardens on the grounds of the palace of Versailles. You will learn the Old Master techniques of Underpainting Glazes and Opaque Overpainting and take home a painting with an Old-World quality. Some painting experience preferred-Intermediate Level. A supply list will be provided. $180.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Thursdays - Fall 2025 - Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies offers beginner lessons for girls ages 4 to 14. Instruction will emphasize fundamental ballet steps and their terminology. A class day will include stretching, across the floor exercises, and creative dance combinations. Multiple levels of combinations will be provided to accommodate skill level. Classical piano accompaniment is incorporated. Class will culminate in a small performance for friends and family. Students are required to arrive in full classical ballet attire. This includes a black leotard, light pink ballet tights, and standard pink canvas or leather ballet slippers (sewn-in elastics only; no loose ribbons permitted). Hair must be in a NEAT bun secured with bobby pins or a NEAT high ponytail secured with a BLACK hair elastic (all hair accessories kept neutral). Each student is required to bring her own thermos/canteen of ONLY water to class (plastic water bottles are not permitted). No classes 10/29 and 10/31. $80/student. Costume fee of $30 payable directly to the instructor. ContactHannah Arnold334-737-9938hannah.r.arnold.1@gmail.com
4:40 PM - 5:20 PM	Theatrical Tap - Theatrical Tap - Fall 2025 - Shawnasie Kirchner Join us for a classical tap class with a theatrical style. We draw inspiration from such dancers as Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire, while dancing along to show-tunes and oldies! This is for beginner to intermediate tap dancers, so alternate steps are provided depending on each student's level. $112/studentContact:Shawnasie Kirchner509-713-3620Shawnasie@gmail.com
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Visual Arts - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Ceramic Makers Mark Stamp Workshop - Ceramic Makers Mark Stamp Workshop - Fall 2025 Join us Thursday, September 18 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Ceramic Studio for a hands-on workshop where you'll design and carve your own makers mark stamp. Perfect for identifying your future ceramic pieces, this session features expert guidance from artist John Hawkins and experienced Studio Technician Lynnsey Bodin, who will share tested carving techniques and logo development tips. This workshop is open to all skill levels, perfect for beginners - advanced potters. Once stamps are completed, they will be fired and ready for your future pieces approximately one week after your workshop. Fee: $35.00ContactJohn Hawkins334-501-2944 john.hawkins.au@gmail.com
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Handbuilding with Romona Brisco - Hand Building - Plates and Bowls Using Molds - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Summer:The Color Craze ChroniclesCome learn and enjoy with me the various techniques of coloring slip, clay, greenware, and bisqueware! Some of the projects include making colored slip, adding color to clay slabs that result in a marbled effect, and adding custom colored designs to greenware and bisqueware. The instructor will share personal experiences and "no frills" recipes. Note:  Some glazes discussed and used in class are for non-functional items only. Minor outside work may be necessary to complete projects or prep for the next class. No experience necessary! Please call or text for questions or concerns! $135 per participantFall:Plates and Bowls Using MoldsCome join me as we make plates and bowls using various molds and templates. Whether you have a design or special type of plate or bowl, sculptural or not, let's make it together! This class focuses on using slabs. However, pinch pots and coiling techniques may be needed and will be discussed. Surface design and layered glaze techniques will be also be discussed. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). Please call for questions. $155 ($125 class fee + $30 materials)Contact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu

Friday September 19, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Auburn Open Studio - Auburn Open Studio - Fall 2025 - Raymond VanTilburg Auburn Open Studio’s purpose is to provide a space for artists to come together to share ideas, work.,, and develop friendships. Attendees are to bring their own projects and supply, their own art supplies. All disciplines and skill levels are welcomed. Several area award-winning artists, are regular attendees. Opelika artist, Raymond VanTilburg, will be the studio coordinator.  FREE to the public.Contact: Raymond VanTilburg  (630) 697-2929Rayvantilburgart@gmail.com
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Learn to Swing Dance for the Auburn Community with AUSDA - Learn to Swing Dance - Fall 2025 - Chris Olds Interested in learning how to swing dance? The AU Swing Dance Association hosts FREE beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons every Friday night. Lessons are from 7-8 pm and social dancing is from 8-9 pm. Don't have any dance experience? Don't worry, we have you covered. Our beginner lessons teach you from the ground up so we will have you dancing the night away in no time! Don't have a partner? Perfect, neither do we! We rotate partners frequently throughout our lessons to provide the best learning environment and allows our students to meet everyone in the lesson. While you're more than welcome to bring a partner, partners are not required. What do I wear? The most important thing is to be comfortable. Ladies if you wear a skirt or a dress be mindful that the turns we do will make the skirt billow. Please wear closed toe shoes (no flip-flops or sandals). No special shoes required. FREE to the public. ContactChris Oldsoldschr@gmail.com

Saturday September 20, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Indian Classical Dance - Indian Classical Dance - Fall 2025 - Prachi Bhave Bharatanatyam is the most popular classical dance form of India where discipline meets artistry. It is a form of story telling and comprises of a wide variety of hand gestures and footwork put together in rhythmic groups of steps boosting cognitive function of the body. One can expect strong movements, enhanced flexibility, improved posture, and increased stamina while learning this graceful dance form. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our classes cater to all levels. Join us to embrace the cultural heritage and artistic beauty of India. $12 per class. ContactPrachi Bhave 774-510-0496ibhave@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Bob Ross Style Painting Workshop - Bob Ross Style Painting Workshop - September - Fall 2025 - John Hawkins A four hour workshop where one paints a classic Bob Ross painting in the Bob Ross wet-on-wet style. The painting will be one of the ones featured on Bob Ross's popular tv series. Participants will learn basic techniques from a certified Bob Ross CRI instructor, and be able to take home a Bob Ross style painting of their own at the end of the day. $100 per participant. ContactJohn Hawkins256-503-9731john.hawkins.au@gmail.com

Monday September 22, 2025
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM	Art Gallery Exhibitions - 24th Annual Juried Art Exhibition - Artist Registration - Fall 2025 - AAA Summer Invitational Exhibition and ReceptionJuly 7 - August 16A showcase of recent works by four Alabama-based artists, including painters Nancy Mimms Hartsfield, Catie Radney and Susan Harmon, and typographic sculptor June Corley on display at the JDCAC Art Gallery from July 7 thru Aug. 16 | A reception honoring the artists will be held Thursday, July 10 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. |2025 24th Annual Juried Art Exhibition Presented by the Auburn Arts Association (AAA)September 22 – October 31A competitive exhibition featuring works by area artists and craftspersons. A public reception and award presentation will be held during the exhibition.Works may be two or three dimensional, in any art medium. Photography and digital works are not eligible for entry. All 2-D works must be framed. Works on paper must be matted or mounted and frames. Frames should have Plexiglas (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. Canvas works must be gallery wrapped. Free-hanging wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means. Registration via MyRec is required, and works submitted for judging may be hand-delivered to the Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 11 and Friday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The entry fee is $35.00. Works may be listed for sale. Please note, not all entries may be accepted for inclusion. Artist's Harvest Galllery Show and Patio SaleOctober 9th from 5:30 - 8 p.m.Join us for the Artist’s Harvest Gallery II Exhibition Reception and Fall-Themed Patio Market on October 9th! Our Gallery II Exhibition is open to all local artists and all art medias and is free to enter. This exhibition will be on display from October 1st to November 4th. Registration via MyRec is required, and entries must be delivered between 9/1 – 9/19. To be a vendor at the October 9th patio market participants must be a current practicing artist at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. This can include, Ceramics Independent Studio, Open Studio, Auburn Arts Association members and class instructors. For more information or questions regarding vendor eligibility, please email edombrowski@auburnal.gov. For questions regarding the Gallery II show please email mstephenson@auburnal.gov. Gallery II Work Display Requirements: All 2D works must be framed. Works on paper must be matted (or mounted) and framed. Frames should have Plexiglas (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. They may also be presented in wired frames without Plexiglas. Canvas works must be gallery-wrapped. Free-hanging wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means. Sculptures, ceramics, constructions, found objects, and all other free-standing works must be stable. All 3-D wall pieces must have adequate hanging means. Labels attached to the work should include name, address, phone, email, title and price if for sale. Entries may be dropped off at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (222 E. Drake Ave.) on Monday, Sept. 1 – Friday, Sept. 19th between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. There is no entry fee. Works may be listed for sale. Please note, not all entries may be accepted for inclusion.  To be a vendor at the October 9th patio market please email edombrowski@auburnal.gov. Upcoming EventsFall Invitational Exhibition: Mixed-MediaNovember 12 – December 20A variety of wallworks combining multiple forms of art and materials.For more information about Auburn Parks and Recreation programs and facilities, please contact 334-501-2930, visit auburnalabama.org/parks or follow @COAParksAndRec on Facebook and Instagram.Gallery hours may vary based on exhibition receptions and programs.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	OLLI Course
6:00 PM - 6:50 PM	Country Line Dance Lessons with Marnie - Country Line Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Come learn the latest line dances that you can dance at venues all over the world! The class is a fun and supportive environment. Lessons will be Beginner/Improver level with new dances each week and a review of previous dances! No partner required! We will also schedule group outings to go show off your latest skills with your new friends!!! $12 per class/$40/4 weeks.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Fall 2025 - Maria Auad Curious about pottery? Join our studio and become familiar with handbuilding and surface decoration techniques. This is a class for beginners and more advanced students willing to explore handbuilding and decoration techniques in the design of plates, serving dishes, cups, and planters, etc.. In addition to creating one-of-a-kind handbuilding work, students will also enjoy learning various surface decoration techniques to add flair to any piece of art! You do not need to have any ceramic skills as this class will accommodate both beginners and more experienced students. Clay, glazes, and kiln firing costs are included in the materials fee, and essential tools are available in the ceramic studio. Come and have fun! $200 ($150 per participant + $50 materials fee). ContactMaria L. Auad334-663-8292lujanauad@gmail.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM	Partner Dance Lessons - Partner Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Learn partner dancing including 2-Step, West Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, etc. at a Beginner/Novice level. Class includes footwork, connection, partnership and movement to music. Although this is a partner dance class, you can come as a single and dance with instructor or other students. We will invite you to join us for a group road trip to practice your new dance skills!! Improves your overall confidence to dance in a social environment!!! $12 per class or $40 for four weeks of classes.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006

Tuesday September 23, 2025
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Line Dancing - Line Dancing for Beginners - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Painting Open Studio - Oil Painting Open Studio - Fall 2025 - AAA Painting Open Studio, under the support of the Auburn Arts Association and instructed by Nils Larson, will encourage artists to provide artistic fellowship, to share ideas/work and to be with other artists. Members of the studio group meet weekly to work on their own respective paintings. The open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback and assist with process whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students will provide their own materials. $90.Oil Painting Open Studio will provide a weekly meet-up to share ideas, work, technique and process. Members work on their own respective paintings. Open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students supply their own materials. Recommended Materials: Sketchbook, hog bristle brushes, painting surface (canvas, panels, etc.), pallet, pallet knife, Gamsol odorless mineral spirits, paper towels, oil pants (burnt umber, ivory black, titanium white, permanent rose, cadmium yellow, prussian blue)ContactNils Larson(334) 663-4734signaladvance@protonmail.com
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Line Dancing - Intermediate Line Dancing - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Origami, Collage and Paper Quilling - Origami - Fall 2025 - Dong Shang DOrigami, the ancient Japanese art of folding paper, is a fascinating and creative craft for kids. Through folding, origami uses numerous folds with fine attention to the detail. The value of Origami is not how fast or how many models can be completed, but rather practice patience and precision. Through practice, students will gain a better understanding of patterns, spatial relations and 3-D design elements. Paper Quilling is the art of rolling narrow strips of paper into coils or scrolls and arranging them to form elegant art. Students will learn how to use the tools to roll coils and scrolls then pinch, shape, and arrange then into decorative patterns.  $225 per person.  Dong Shang (229) 347-6293dongshang@hotmail.com
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Creative Dance - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Session 1 - Fall 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore beginning and intermediate techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows, or try your hand at plate making, trimming recessed feet, attaching handles or making lidded vessels. Schedule note: We will be off on the week before the final meeting in order to facilitate the last bisque firing in preparation for glazing.  $175 ($150 Course + $25 Materials Fee) Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. No class 10/14 or 12/9 to allow the day for final firings.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 663-1749AnnikaLeePottery@outlook.comwww.elementalartcraft.org
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Sculpting with Mona - Sculpting - Halloween Face Off - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Fall 2025 - Halloween Face Off!Come join me as we sculpt a Halloween mask, small head bust, pumpkin, or your item of choice. As time permits, we will create one or more of these sculptures using slabs, molds, and/or armatures. Instructor will guide and focus students on how to create a functional and decorative piece for Halloween. The piece can be used indoors or outdoors. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). $125 course + $30 materials feeContact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140edombrowski@auburnalabama.org
6:15 PM - 8:45 PM	Learn Western Square Dancing with the Village Squares - Learn Western Square Dancing with the Village Squares - Fall 2025 - The Village Squares Learn Western Style Square Dancing with Caller Larry Belcher and the Village Squares. Classes focus on learning the calls for Mainstream Western Square Dancing beginning at the beginning. No previous experience is necessary. New classes begin periodically, and interested dancers should contact the instructor for start date of the next class if they are not currently dancing with class. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent. $15 per person per month. $45 per person per quarter.ContactAlan Reed(334) 332-7830alan.reed.664@gmail.com

Wednesday September 24, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Annika Lee Young creatives are invited to bring their curiosity and a playful spirit as we sling some mud on the wheel! This supportive, small-group session covers basic wheel-throwing technique and foundational vocabulary. In each meeting we'll explore new skills, so kindly make certain that your child can attend all six sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible after session begins and make up days may not be available.  $133 ($108/participant + $25 materials fee).ContactAnnika LeeAnnikaLeePottery@Outlook.com
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	AASMA - Scale Plastic Modeling - AASMA Scale Plastic Modeling - Fall 2025 - Matt Morgan Auburn Area Scale Modelers Association is a club focused on scale plastic modeling of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and SciFi models of all scales and media. There will be discussions related to building/finishing techniques for different types of kits. There will also be discussions on the subjects and history related to individual projects as they arise. There may also be discussions related to table top miniature games of different types, mainly historical and Sci-Fi/fantasy genres. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent, but must register in-person at the Harris Center so staff can override their age. FREE to the public. ContactMatt Morganfowauburn@gmail.com(334) 750-9170

Thursday September 25, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Artists' Style in Clay - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Amy Kaiser From Van Gogh Sunflowers to Haring Action Tiles to Dali Melted Clocks, you will learn and refine clay hand-building techniques to create your own clay interpretations of some well-known art works. We will create our own works of art using slabs of clay shaped with slump molds, positioned action figures, and an imaginative series of drape molds. During the class you will create and glaze your projects, and the pieces will be fired in the studio kilns when ready. The materials fee covers the cost of clay, glazes, and kiln firings. Parents, please register your child only if they are able to attend all scheduled classes. $100 Course + $25 Materials feeContactAmy Kaiser(334) 821-0916amyekaiser@gmail.com
11:00 AM - 1:15 PM	Traditional Oil Painting - Old World Style - Traditional Oil Painting, Old World Style - Fall 2025 - Elaine Western Travel back in time to a village just outside of Paris called "The Hamlet". We will paint from photos of a carefully preserved cottage and gardens on the grounds of the palace of Versailles. You will learn the Old Master techniques of Underpainting Glazes and Opaque Overpainting and take home a painting with an Old-World quality. Some painting experience preferred-Intermediate Level. A supply list will be provided. $180.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Thursdays - Fall 2025 - Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies offers beginner lessons for girls ages 4 to 14. Instruction will emphasize fundamental ballet steps and their terminology. A class day will include stretching, across the floor exercises, and creative dance combinations. Multiple levels of combinations will be provided to accommodate skill level. Classical piano accompaniment is incorporated. Class will culminate in a small performance for friends and family. Students are required to arrive in full classical ballet attire. This includes a black leotard, light pink ballet tights, and standard pink canvas or leather ballet slippers (sewn-in elastics only; no loose ribbons permitted). Hair must be in a NEAT bun secured with bobby pins or a NEAT high ponytail secured with a BLACK hair elastic (all hair accessories kept neutral). Each student is required to bring her own thermos/canteen of ONLY water to class (plastic water bottles are not permitted). No classes 10/29 and 10/31. $80/student. Costume fee of $30 payable directly to the instructor. ContactHannah Arnold334-737-9938hannah.r.arnold.1@gmail.com
4:40 PM - 5:20 PM	Theatrical Tap - Theatrical Tap - Fall 2025 - Shawnasie Kirchner Join us for a classical tap class with a theatrical style. We draw inspiration from such dancers as Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire, while dancing along to show-tunes and oldies! This is for beginner to intermediate tap dancers, so alternate steps are provided depending on each student's level. $112/studentContact:Shawnasie Kirchner509-713-3620Shawnasie@gmail.com
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Visual Arts - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Handbuilding with Romona Brisco - Hand Building - Plates and Bowls Using Molds - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Summer:The Color Craze ChroniclesCome learn and enjoy with me the various techniques of coloring slip, clay, greenware, and bisqueware! Some of the projects include making colored slip, adding color to clay slabs that result in a marbled effect, and adding custom colored designs to greenware and bisqueware. The instructor will share personal experiences and "no frills" recipes. Note:  Some glazes discussed and used in class are for non-functional items only. Minor outside work may be necessary to complete projects or prep for the next class. No experience necessary! Please call or text for questions or concerns! $135 per participantFall:Plates and Bowls Using MoldsCome join me as we make plates and bowls using various molds and templates. Whether you have a design or special type of plate or bowl, sculptural or not, let's make it together! This class focuses on using slabs. However, pinch pots and coiling techniques may be needed and will be discussed. Surface design and layered glaze techniques will be also be discussed. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). Please call for questions. $155 ($125 class fee + $30 materials)Contact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu

Friday September 26, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Auburn Open Studio - Auburn Open Studio - Fall 2025 - Raymond VanTilburg Auburn Open Studio’s purpose is to provide a space for artists to come together to share ideas, work.,, and develop friendships. Attendees are to bring their own projects and supply, their own art supplies. All disciplines and skill levels are welcomed. Several area award-winning artists, are regular attendees. Opelika artist, Raymond VanTilburg, will be the studio coordinator.  FREE to the public.Contact: Raymond VanTilburg  (630) 697-2929Rayvantilburgart@gmail.com
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Learn to Swing Dance for the Auburn Community with AUSDA - Learn to Swing Dance - Fall 2025 - Chris Olds Interested in learning how to swing dance? The AU Swing Dance Association hosts FREE beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons every Friday night. Lessons are from 7-8 pm and social dancing is from 8-9 pm. Don't have any dance experience? Don't worry, we have you covered. Our beginner lessons teach you from the ground up so we will have you dancing the night away in no time! Don't have a partner? Perfect, neither do we! We rotate partners frequently throughout our lessons to provide the best learning environment and allows our students to meet everyone in the lesson. While you're more than welcome to bring a partner, partners are not required. What do I wear? The most important thing is to be comfortable. Ladies if you wear a skirt or a dress be mindful that the turns we do will make the skirt billow. Please wear closed toe shoes (no flip-flops or sandals). No special shoes required. FREE to the public. ContactChris Oldsoldschr@gmail.com

Saturday September 27, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Indian Classical Dance - Indian Classical Dance - Fall 2025 - Prachi Bhave Bharatanatyam is the most popular classical dance form of India where discipline meets artistry. It is a form of story telling and comprises of a wide variety of hand gestures and footwork put together in rhythmic groups of steps boosting cognitive function of the body. One can expect strong movements, enhanced flexibility, improved posture, and increased stamina while learning this graceful dance form. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our classes cater to all levels. Join us to embrace the cultural heritage and artistic beauty of India. $12 per class. ContactPrachi Bhave 774-510-0496ibhave@gmail.com

Sunday September 28, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Private Ceramics Lessons with Annika Lee - Private Ceramics Lessons with Annika - Fall 2025 - Annika Lee Private Ceramics lessons with Annika Lee at the Jan Dempsey Community Art Center.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 663-1749AnnikaLeePottery@outlook.comwww.elementalartcraft.org

Monday September 29, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	OLLI Course
6:00 PM - 6:50 PM	Country Line Dance Lessons with Marnie - Country Line Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Come learn the latest line dances that you can dance at venues all over the world! The class is a fun and supportive environment. Lessons will be Beginner/Improver level with new dances each week and a review of previous dances! No partner required! We will also schedule group outings to go show off your latest skills with your new friends!!! $12 per class/$40/4 weeks.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Fall 2025 - Maria Auad Curious about pottery? Join our studio and become familiar with handbuilding and surface decoration techniques. This is a class for beginners and more advanced students willing to explore handbuilding and decoration techniques in the design of plates, serving dishes, cups, and planters, etc.. In addition to creating one-of-a-kind handbuilding work, students will also enjoy learning various surface decoration techniques to add flair to any piece of art! You do not need to have any ceramic skills as this class will accommodate both beginners and more experienced students. Clay, glazes, and kiln firing costs are included in the materials fee, and essential tools are available in the ceramic studio. Come and have fun! $200 ($150 per participant + $50 materials fee). ContactMaria L. Auad334-663-8292lujanauad@gmail.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM	Partner Dance Lessons - Partner Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Learn partner dancing including 2-Step, West Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, etc. at a Beginner/Novice level. Class includes footwork, connection, partnership and movement to music. Although this is a partner dance class, you can come as a single and dance with instructor or other students. We will invite you to join us for a group road trip to practice your new dance skills!! Improves your overall confidence to dance in a social environment!!! $12 per class or $40 for four weeks of classes.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006

Tuesday September 30, 2025
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Line Dancing - Line Dancing for Beginners - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Painting Open Studio - Oil Painting Open Studio - Fall 2025 - AAA Painting Open Studio, under the support of the Auburn Arts Association and instructed by Nils Larson, will encourage artists to provide artistic fellowship, to share ideas/work and to be with other artists. Members of the studio group meet weekly to work on their own respective paintings. The open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback and assist with process whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students will provide their own materials. $90.Oil Painting Open Studio will provide a weekly meet-up to share ideas, work, technique and process. Members work on their own respective paintings. Open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students supply their own materials. Recommended Materials: Sketchbook, hog bristle brushes, painting surface (canvas, panels, etc.), pallet, pallet knife, Gamsol odorless mineral spirits, paper towels, oil pants (burnt umber, ivory black, titanium white, permanent rose, cadmium yellow, prussian blue)ContactNils Larson(334) 663-4734signaladvance@protonmail.com
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Line Dancing - Intermediate Line Dancing - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Origami, Collage and Paper Quilling - Origami - Fall 2025 - Dong Shang DOrigami, the ancient Japanese art of folding paper, is a fascinating and creative craft for kids. Through folding, origami uses numerous folds with fine attention to the detail. The value of Origami is not how fast or how many models can be completed, but rather practice patience and precision. Through practice, students will gain a better understanding of patterns, spatial relations and 3-D design elements. Paper Quilling is the art of rolling narrow strips of paper into coils or scrolls and arranging them to form elegant art. Students will learn how to use the tools to roll coils and scrolls then pinch, shape, and arrange then into decorative patterns.  $225 per person.  Dong Shang (229) 347-6293dongshang@hotmail.com
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	AACT Academy VIBE! - AACT Academy - ACT I - Fall 2025 - AACT Voice, Imagination, Body, Energy – Using Your Personal Theatre Tools If this is your first time participating in a theater activity, or if you have been on stage many times this class is for you! Being able to communicate clearly with your voice, tap into your imagination, control your body and focus your energy are essential theater and life skills. We will be using a variety of fun games and activities to explore and strengthen our abilities. Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. is the combined class Parent Presentation. All classes will meet at 4 p.m. that day to practice and prepare. No class 9/23. $80/child. Sibling discounts and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship forms and details are at  auburnact.org. ContactMelanie Brown(334) 332-6834mbrown@auburnact.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	AACT Academy VIBE! - AACT Academy - ACT II - Fall 2025 - AACT Voice, Imagination, Body, Energy – Using Your Personal Theatre Tools If this is your first time participating in a theater activity, or if you have been on stage many times this class is for you! Being able to communicate clearly with your voice, tap into your imagination, control your body and focus your energy are essential theater and life skills. We will be using a variety of fun games and activities to explore and strengthen our abilities. Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. is the combined class Parent Presentation. All classes will meet at 4 p.m. that day to practice and prepare. No class 9/23. $80/child. Sibling discounts and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship forms and details are at  auburnact.org. ContactMelanie Brown(334) 332-6834mbrown@auburnact.org
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Creative Dance - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Session 1 - Fall 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore beginning and intermediate techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows, or try your hand at plate making, trimming recessed feet, attaching handles or making lidded vessels. Schedule note: We will be off on the week before the final meeting in order to facilitate the last bisque firing in preparation for glazing.  $175 ($150 Course + $25 Materials Fee) Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. No class 10/14 or 12/9 to allow the day for final firings.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 663-1749AnnikaLeePottery@outlook.comwww.elementalartcraft.org
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Sculpting with Mona - Sculpting - Halloween Face Off - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Fall 2025 - Halloween Face Off!Come join me as we sculpt a Halloween mask, small head bust, pumpkin, or your item of choice. As time permits, we will create one or more of these sculptures using slabs, molds, and/or armatures. Instructor will guide and focus students on how to create a functional and decorative piece for Halloween. The piece can be used indoors or outdoors. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). $125 course + $30 materials feeContact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140edombrowski@auburnalabama.org

Wednesday October 1, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Annika Lee Young creatives are invited to bring their curiosity and a playful spirit as we sling some mud on the wheel! This supportive, small-group session covers basic wheel-throwing technique and foundational vocabulary. In each meeting we'll explore new skills, so kindly make certain that your child can attend all six sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible after session begins and make up days may not be available.  $133 ($108/participant + $25 materials fee).ContactAnnika LeeAnnikaLeePottery@Outlook.com
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	AASMA - Scale Plastic Modeling - AASMA Scale Plastic Modeling - Fall 2025 - Matt Morgan Auburn Area Scale Modelers Association is a club focused on scale plastic modeling of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and SciFi models of all scales and media. There will be discussions related to building/finishing techniques for different types of kits. There will also be discussions on the subjects and history related to individual projects as they arise. There may also be discussions related to table top miniature games of different types, mainly historical and Sci-Fi/fantasy genres. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent, but must register in-person at the Harris Center so staff can override their age. FREE to the public. ContactMatt Morganfowauburn@gmail.com(334) 750-9170

Thursday October 2, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Artists' Style in Clay - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Amy Kaiser From Van Gogh Sunflowers to Haring Action Tiles to Dali Melted Clocks, you will learn and refine clay hand-building techniques to create your own clay interpretations of some well-known art works. We will create our own works of art using slabs of clay shaped with slump molds, positioned action figures, and an imaginative series of drape molds. During the class you will create and glaze your projects, and the pieces will be fired in the studio kilns when ready. The materials fee covers the cost of clay, glazes, and kiln firings. Parents, please register your child only if they are able to attend all scheduled classes. $100 Course + $25 Materials feeContactAmy Kaiser(334) 821-0916amyekaiser@gmail.com
11:00 AM - 1:15 PM	Traditional Oil Painting - Old World Style - Traditional Oil Painting, Old World Style - Fall 2025 - Elaine Western Travel back in time to a village just outside of Paris called "The Hamlet". We will paint from photos of a carefully preserved cottage and gardens on the grounds of the palace of Versailles. You will learn the Old Master techniques of Underpainting Glazes and Opaque Overpainting and take home a painting with an Old-World quality. Some painting experience preferred-Intermediate Level. A supply list will be provided. $180.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Thursdays - Fall 2025 - Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies offers beginner lessons for girls ages 4 to 14. Instruction will emphasize fundamental ballet steps and their terminology. A class day will include stretching, across the floor exercises, and creative dance combinations. Multiple levels of combinations will be provided to accommodate skill level. Classical piano accompaniment is incorporated. Class will culminate in a small performance for friends and family. Students are required to arrive in full classical ballet attire. This includes a black leotard, light pink ballet tights, and standard pink canvas or leather ballet slippers (sewn-in elastics only; no loose ribbons permitted). Hair must be in a NEAT bun secured with bobby pins or a NEAT high ponytail secured with a BLACK hair elastic (all hair accessories kept neutral). Each student is required to bring her own thermos/canteen of ONLY water to class (plastic water bottles are not permitted). No classes 10/29 and 10/31. $80/student. Costume fee of $30 payable directly to the instructor. ContactHannah Arnold334-737-9938hannah.r.arnold.1@gmail.com
4:40 PM - 5:20 PM	Theatrical Tap - Theatrical Tap - Fall 2025 - Shawnasie Kirchner Join us for a classical tap class with a theatrical style. We draw inspiration from such dancers as Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire, while dancing along to show-tunes and oldies! This is for beginner to intermediate tap dancers, so alternate steps are provided depending on each student's level. $112/studentContact:Shawnasie Kirchner509-713-3620Shawnasie@gmail.com
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Visual Arts - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	TR Clay Club - TR Clay Club - Fall 2025 On the second Thursday of every month, join us for an evening of creativity. Participants will take inspiration from artwork and create their own pieces. We will make a project each month in September, October, and November and then have a gallery showing in December! You will be able to pick up all of your projects in December after the gallery showing, or you can take them home the month after you make them. $15 per personOn September 11 we will do a work inspired by Monet; on October 9th we will do a work inspired by Kusama; and in November we will do work inspired by Bingham! Our gallery showing will be on Thursday, December 11th at JDCAC and we will display our works a few days prior to that, and then you can take everything home that you've made. TR Program Vision:Our vision is to support all persons through inclusive recreation opportunities that meet the needs of physical activity, socialization, engagement, friendship-building, and education. We support the combined use of the ABA model and the sensory model for emotional regulation and behavior management. TR Program Culture: We will offer tools for those who are sensory-seeking and sensory-avoidant to foster internal regulation. We focus on supporting individuals to use their language and self-expression to share how they are feeling. We train staff and volunteers/guests on specific ways to present themselves so as not to seem intimidating or scary to participants, such as encouraging them to sit on the floor or dress in casual clothing We provide visual cues, simple instructions, modeling, extended time, and flexibility in programming to ensure everyone can participate at their level. We scale activities to meet the abilities and needs of our participants. We give two choices and allow time to think through and respond. We give eye contact as much as is feasible to participants to acknowledge their person/needs. We will utilize social stories when feasible to foster positive engagement and appropriate responses. We promote behaviors that are healthy and inclusive. We look at behaviors to communicate a want or a need. We look for this need and provide an alternative, more appropriate way for the individual to obtain what they are looking for. We use positive reinforcement to reinforce actions that we want to continue. We use reinforcers to reward positive behaviors, such as time with a favorite toy or a break from the program. We use de-escalation techniques – a calm voice, neutral body language, moving to a quiet space if possible – to communicate when times get stressful. If someone has a behavior that is increasing, we will look to call parents for support or for early release from the activity. Contact: Robingoverrm@yahoo.com
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Handbuilding with Romona Brisco - Hand Building - Plates and Bowls Using Molds - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Summer:The Color Craze ChroniclesCome learn and enjoy with me the various techniques of coloring slip, clay, greenware, and bisqueware! Some of the projects include making colored slip, adding color to clay slabs that result in a marbled effect, and adding custom colored designs to greenware and bisqueware. The instructor will share personal experiences and "no frills" recipes. Note:  Some glazes discussed and used in class are for non-functional items only. Minor outside work may be necessary to complete projects or prep for the next class. No experience necessary! Please call or text for questions or concerns! $135 per participantFall:Plates and Bowls Using MoldsCome join me as we make plates and bowls using various molds and templates. Whether you have a design or special type of plate or bowl, sculptural or not, let's make it together! This class focuses on using slabs. However, pinch pots and coiling techniques may be needed and will be discussed. Surface design and layered glaze techniques will be also be discussed. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). Please call for questions. $155 ($125 class fee + $30 materials)Contact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu

Friday October 3, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Auburn Open Studio - Auburn Open Studio - Fall 2025 - Raymond VanTilburg Auburn Open Studio’s purpose is to provide a space for artists to come together to share ideas, work.,, and develop friendships. Attendees are to bring their own projects and supply, their own art supplies. All disciplines and skill levels are welcomed. Several area award-winning artists, are regular attendees. Opelika artist, Raymond VanTilburg, will be the studio coordinator.  FREE to the public.Contact: Raymond VanTilburg  (630) 697-2929Rayvantilburgart@gmail.com
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Learn to Swing Dance for the Auburn Community with AUSDA - Learn to Swing Dance - Fall 2025 - Chris Olds Interested in learning how to swing dance? The AU Swing Dance Association hosts FREE beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons every Friday night. Lessons are from 7-8 pm and social dancing is from 8-9 pm. Don't have any dance experience? Don't worry, we have you covered. Our beginner lessons teach you from the ground up so we will have you dancing the night away in no time! Don't have a partner? Perfect, neither do we! We rotate partners frequently throughout our lessons to provide the best learning environment and allows our students to meet everyone in the lesson. While you're more than welcome to bring a partner, partners are not required. What do I wear? The most important thing is to be comfortable. Ladies if you wear a skirt or a dress be mindful that the turns we do will make the skirt billow. Please wear closed toe shoes (no flip-flops or sandals). No special shoes required. FREE to the public. ContactChris Oldsoldschr@gmail.com

Saturday October 4, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Indian Classical Dance - Indian Classical Dance - Fall 2025 - Prachi Bhave Bharatanatyam is the most popular classical dance form of India where discipline meets artistry. It is a form of story telling and comprises of a wide variety of hand gestures and footwork put together in rhythmic groups of steps boosting cognitive function of the body. One can expect strong movements, enhanced flexibility, improved posture, and increased stamina while learning this graceful dance form. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our classes cater to all levels. Join us to embrace the cultural heritage and artistic beauty of India. $12 per class. ContactPrachi Bhave 774-510-0496ibhave@gmail.com

Monday October 6, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	OLLI Course
6:00 PM - 6:50 PM	Country Line Dance Lessons with Marnie - Country Line Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Come learn the latest line dances that you can dance at venues all over the world! The class is a fun and supportive environment. Lessons will be Beginner/Improver level with new dances each week and a review of previous dances! No partner required! We will also schedule group outings to go show off your latest skills with your new friends!!! $12 per class/$40/4 weeks.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Fall 2025 - Maria Auad Curious about pottery? Join our studio and become familiar with handbuilding and surface decoration techniques. This is a class for beginners and more advanced students willing to explore handbuilding and decoration techniques in the design of plates, serving dishes, cups, and planters, etc.. In addition to creating one-of-a-kind handbuilding work, students will also enjoy learning various surface decoration techniques to add flair to any piece of art! You do not need to have any ceramic skills as this class will accommodate both beginners and more experienced students. Clay, glazes, and kiln firing costs are included in the materials fee, and essential tools are available in the ceramic studio. Come and have fun! $200 ($150 per participant + $50 materials fee). ContactMaria L. Auad334-663-8292lujanauad@gmail.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM	Partner Dance Lessons - Partner Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Learn partner dancing including 2-Step, West Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, etc. at a Beginner/Novice level. Class includes footwork, connection, partnership and movement to music. Although this is a partner dance class, you can come as a single and dance with instructor or other students. We will invite you to join us for a group road trip to practice your new dance skills!! Improves your overall confidence to dance in a social environment!!! $12 per class or $40 for four weeks of classes.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006

Tuesday October 7, 2025
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Line Dancing - Line Dancing for Beginners - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Painting Open Studio - Oil Painting Open Studio - Fall 2025 - AAA Painting Open Studio, under the support of the Auburn Arts Association and instructed by Nils Larson, will encourage artists to provide artistic fellowship, to share ideas/work and to be with other artists. Members of the studio group meet weekly to work on their own respective paintings. The open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback and assist with process whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students will provide their own materials. $90.Oil Painting Open Studio will provide a weekly meet-up to share ideas, work, technique and process. Members work on their own respective paintings. Open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students supply their own materials. Recommended Materials: Sketchbook, hog bristle brushes, painting surface (canvas, panels, etc.), pallet, pallet knife, Gamsol odorless mineral spirits, paper towels, oil pants (burnt umber, ivory black, titanium white, permanent rose, cadmium yellow, prussian blue)ContactNils Larson(334) 663-4734signaladvance@protonmail.com
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Line Dancing - Intermediate Line Dancing - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Origami, Collage and Paper Quilling - Origami - Fall 2025 - Dong Shang DOrigami, the ancient Japanese art of folding paper, is a fascinating and creative craft for kids. Through folding, origami uses numerous folds with fine attention to the detail. The value of Origami is not how fast or how many models can be completed, but rather practice patience and precision. Through practice, students will gain a better understanding of patterns, spatial relations and 3-D design elements. Paper Quilling is the art of rolling narrow strips of paper into coils or scrolls and arranging them to form elegant art. Students will learn how to use the tools to roll coils and scrolls then pinch, shape, and arrange then into decorative patterns.  $225 per person.  Dong Shang (229) 347-6293dongshang@hotmail.com
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	AACT Academy VIBE! - AACT Academy - ACT I - Fall 2025 - AACT Voice, Imagination, Body, Energy – Using Your Personal Theatre Tools If this is your first time participating in a theater activity, or if you have been on stage many times this class is for you! Being able to communicate clearly with your voice, tap into your imagination, control your body and focus your energy are essential theater and life skills. We will be using a variety of fun games and activities to explore and strengthen our abilities. Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. is the combined class Parent Presentation. All classes will meet at 4 p.m. that day to practice and prepare. No class 9/23. $80/child. Sibling discounts and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship forms and details are at  auburnact.org. ContactMelanie Brown(334) 332-6834mbrown@auburnact.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	AACT Academy VIBE! - AACT Academy - ACT II - Fall 2025 - AACT Voice, Imagination, Body, Energy – Using Your Personal Theatre Tools If this is your first time participating in a theater activity, or if you have been on stage many times this class is for you! Being able to communicate clearly with your voice, tap into your imagination, control your body and focus your energy are essential theater and life skills. We will be using a variety of fun games and activities to explore and strengthen our abilities. Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. is the combined class Parent Presentation. All classes will meet at 4 p.m. that day to practice and prepare. No class 9/23. $80/child. Sibling discounts and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship forms and details are at  auburnact.org. ContactMelanie Brown(334) 332-6834mbrown@auburnact.org
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Creative Dance - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Session 1 - Fall 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore beginning and intermediate techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows, or try your hand at plate making, trimming recessed feet, attaching handles or making lidded vessels. Schedule note: We will be off on the week before the final meeting in order to facilitate the last bisque firing in preparation for glazing.  $175 ($150 Course + $25 Materials Fee) Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. No class 10/14 or 12/9 to allow the day for final firings.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 663-1749AnnikaLeePottery@outlook.comwww.elementalartcraft.org
6:15 PM - 8:45 PM	Learn Western Square Dancing with the Village Squares - Learn Western Square Dancing with the Village Squares - Fall 2025 - The Village Squares Learn Western Style Square Dancing with Caller Larry Belcher and the Village Squares. Classes focus on learning the calls for Mainstream Western Square Dancing beginning at the beginning. No previous experience is necessary. New classes begin periodically, and interested dancers should contact the instructor for start date of the next class if they are not currently dancing with class. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent. $15 per person per month. $45 per person per quarter.ContactAlan Reed(334) 332-7830alan.reed.664@gmail.com

Wednesday October 8, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Annika Lee Young creatives are invited to bring their curiosity and a playful spirit as we sling some mud on the wheel! This supportive, small-group session covers basic wheel-throwing technique and foundational vocabulary. In each meeting we'll explore new skills, so kindly make certain that your child can attend all six sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible after session begins and make up days may not be available.  $133 ($108/participant + $25 materials fee).ContactAnnika LeeAnnikaLeePottery@Outlook.com
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	AASMA - Scale Plastic Modeling - AASMA Scale Plastic Modeling - Fall 2025 - Matt Morgan Auburn Area Scale Modelers Association is a club focused on scale plastic modeling of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and SciFi models of all scales and media. There will be discussions related to building/finishing techniques for different types of kits. There will also be discussions on the subjects and history related to individual projects as they arise. There may also be discussions related to table top miniature games of different types, mainly historical and Sci-Fi/fantasy genres. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent, but must register in-person at the Harris Center so staff can override their age. FREE to the public. ContactMatt Morganfowauburn@gmail.com(334) 750-9170

Thursday October 9, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Artists' Style in Clay - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Amy Kaiser From Van Gogh Sunflowers to Haring Action Tiles to Dali Melted Clocks, you will learn and refine clay hand-building techniques to create your own clay interpretations of some well-known art works. We will create our own works of art using slabs of clay shaped with slump molds, positioned action figures, and an imaginative series of drape molds. During the class you will create and glaze your projects, and the pieces will be fired in the studio kilns when ready. The materials fee covers the cost of clay, glazes, and kiln firings. Parents, please register your child only if they are able to attend all scheduled classes. $100 Course + $25 Materials feeContactAmy Kaiser(334) 821-0916amyekaiser@gmail.com
11:00 AM - 1:15 PM	Traditional Oil Painting - Old World Style - Traditional Oil Painting, Old World Style - Fall 2025 - Elaine Western Travel back in time to a village just outside of Paris called "The Hamlet". We will paint from photos of a carefully preserved cottage and gardens on the grounds of the palace of Versailles. You will learn the Old Master techniques of Underpainting Glazes and Opaque Overpainting and take home a painting with an Old-World quality. Some painting experience preferred-Intermediate Level. A supply list will be provided. $180.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Thursdays - Fall 2025 - Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies offers beginner lessons for girls ages 4 to 14. Instruction will emphasize fundamental ballet steps and their terminology. A class day will include stretching, across the floor exercises, and creative dance combinations. Multiple levels of combinations will be provided to accommodate skill level. Classical piano accompaniment is incorporated. Class will culminate in a small performance for friends and family. Students are required to arrive in full classical ballet attire. This includes a black leotard, light pink ballet tights, and standard pink canvas or leather ballet slippers (sewn-in elastics only; no loose ribbons permitted). Hair must be in a NEAT bun secured with bobby pins or a NEAT high ponytail secured with a BLACK hair elastic (all hair accessories kept neutral). Each student is required to bring her own thermos/canteen of ONLY water to class (plastic water bottles are not permitted). No classes 10/29 and 10/31. $80/student. Costume fee of $30 payable directly to the instructor. ContactHannah Arnold334-737-9938hannah.r.arnold.1@gmail.com
4:40 PM - 5:20 PM	Theatrical Tap - Theatrical Tap - Fall 2025 - Shawnasie Kirchner Join us for a classical tap class with a theatrical style. We draw inspiration from such dancers as Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire, while dancing along to show-tunes and oldies! This is for beginner to intermediate tap dancers, so alternate steps are provided depending on each student's level. $112/studentContact:Shawnasie Kirchner509-713-3620Shawnasie@gmail.com
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Art Gallery Exhibitions - Artist’s Harvest Gallery Show - Artist Registration - Fall 2025 - AAA Summer Invitational Exhibition and ReceptionJuly 7 - August 16A showcase of recent works by four Alabama-based artists, including painters Nancy Mimms Hartsfield, Catie Radney and Susan Harmon, and typographic sculptor June Corley on display at the JDCAC Art Gallery from July 7 thru Aug. 16 | A reception honoring the artists will be held Thursday, July 10 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. |2025 24th Annual Juried Art Exhibition Presented by the Auburn Arts Association (AAA)September 22 – October 31A competitive exhibition featuring works by area artists and craftspersons. A public reception and award presentation will be held during the exhibition.Works may be two or three dimensional, in any art medium. Photography and digital works are not eligible for entry. All 2-D works must be framed. Works on paper must be matted or mounted and frames. Frames should have Plexiglas (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. Canvas works must be gallery wrapped. Free-hanging wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means. Registration via MyRec is required, and works submitted for judging may be hand-delivered to the Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 11 and Friday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The entry fee is $35.00. Works may be listed for sale. Please note, not all entries may be accepted for inclusion. Artist's Harvest Galllery Show and Patio SaleOctober 9th from 5:30 - 8 p.m.Join us for the Artist’s Harvest Gallery II Exhibition Reception and Fall-Themed Patio Market on October 9th! Our Gallery II Exhibition is open to all local artists and all art medias and is free to enter. This exhibition will be on display from October 1st to November 4th. Registration via MyRec is required, and entries must be delivered between 9/1 – 9/19. To be a vendor at the October 9th patio market participants must be a current practicing artist at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. This can include, Ceramics Independent Studio, Open Studio, Auburn Arts Association members and class instructors. For more information or questions regarding vendor eligibility, please email edombrowski@auburnal.gov. For questions regarding the Gallery II show please email mstephenson@auburnal.gov. Gallery II Work Display Requirements: All 2D works must be framed. Works on paper must be matted (or mounted) and framed. Frames should have Plexiglas (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. They may also be presented in wired frames without Plexiglas. Canvas works must be gallery-wrapped. Free-hanging wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means. Sculptures, ceramics, constructions, found objects, and all other free-standing works must be stable. All 3-D wall pieces must have adequate hanging means. Labels attached to the work should include name, address, phone, email, title and price if for sale. Entries may be dropped off at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (222 E. Drake Ave.) on Monday, Sept. 1 – Friday, Sept. 19th between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. There is no entry fee. Works may be listed for sale. Please note, not all entries may be accepted for inclusion.  To be a vendor at the October 9th patio market please email edombrowski@auburnal.gov. Upcoming EventsFall Invitational Exhibition: Mixed-MediaNovember 12 – December 20A variety of wallworks combining multiple forms of art and materials.For more information about Auburn Parks and Recreation programs and facilities, please contact 334-501-2930, visit auburnalabama.org/parks or follow @COAParksAndRec on Facebook and Instagram.Gallery hours may vary based on exhibition receptions and programs.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Art Gallery Exhibitions - Artist’s Harvest Patio Sale - Vendor Registration - Fall 2025 - AAA Summer Invitational Exhibition and ReceptionJuly 7 - August 16A showcase of recent works by four Alabama-based artists, including painters Nancy Mimms Hartsfield, Catie Radney and Susan Harmon, and typographic sculptor June Corley on display at the JDCAC Art Gallery from July 7 thru Aug. 16 | A reception honoring the artists will be held Thursday, July 10 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. |2025 24th Annual Juried Art Exhibition Presented by the Auburn Arts Association (AAA)September 22 – October 31A competitive exhibition featuring works by area artists and craftspersons. A public reception and award presentation will be held during the exhibition.Works may be two or three dimensional, in any art medium. Photography and digital works are not eligible for entry. All 2-D works must be framed. Works on paper must be matted or mounted and frames. Frames should have Plexiglas (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. Canvas works must be gallery wrapped. Free-hanging wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means. Registration via MyRec is required, and works submitted for judging may be hand-delivered to the Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 11 and Friday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The entry fee is $35.00. Works may be listed for sale. Please note, not all entries may be accepted for inclusion. Artist's Harvest Galllery Show and Patio SaleOctober 9th from 5:30 - 8 p.m.Join us for the Artist’s Harvest Gallery II Exhibition Reception and Fall-Themed Patio Market on October 9th! Our Gallery II Exhibition is open to all local artists and all art medias and is free to enter. This exhibition will be on display from October 1st to November 4th. Registration via MyRec is required, and entries must be delivered between 9/1 – 9/19. To be a vendor at the October 9th patio market participants must be a current practicing artist at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. This can include, Ceramics Independent Studio, Open Studio, Auburn Arts Association members and class instructors. For more information or questions regarding vendor eligibility, please email edombrowski@auburnal.gov. For questions regarding the Gallery II show please email mstephenson@auburnal.gov. Gallery II Work Display Requirements: All 2D works must be framed. Works on paper must be matted (or mounted) and framed. Frames should have Plexiglas (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. They may also be presented in wired frames without Plexiglas. Canvas works must be gallery-wrapped. Free-hanging wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means. Sculptures, ceramics, constructions, found objects, and all other free-standing works must be stable. All 3-D wall pieces must have adequate hanging means. Labels attached to the work should include name, address, phone, email, title and price if for sale. Entries may be dropped off at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (222 E. Drake Ave.) on Monday, Sept. 1 – Friday, Sept. 19th between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. There is no entry fee. Works may be listed for sale. Please note, not all entries may be accepted for inclusion.  To be a vendor at the October 9th patio market please email edombrowski@auburnal.gov. Upcoming EventsFall Invitational Exhibition: Mixed-MediaNovember 12 – December 20A variety of wallworks combining multiple forms of art and materials.For more information about Auburn Parks and Recreation programs and facilities, please contact 334-501-2930, visit auburnalabama.org/parks or follow @COAParksAndRec on Facebook and Instagram.Gallery hours may vary based on exhibition receptions and programs.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Visual Arts - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Focused Wheel Throwing - Focused Wheel Throwing - Plates and Pasta Bowls - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Summer:BottlesCome join me if you want to practice on coloring by throwing bottles! Designed for students who can throw cylinders at least 4 inches tall, this course focuses on shaping and coloring. As time permits, we will create taller and larger pieces. Practice outside of class with provided pugged clay and complete at least two, functional, well-made pieces. Additional guidance on trimming included. $110/participant + $20 materials fee. FALL:Plates and Pasta BowlsCome join me as we create plates and pasta bowls on the wheel! As time permits, we will focus on throwing a variety of plates on the wheel (according to well sizes) along with pasta bowls. For the best experience, students are strongly encouraged to use the studio outside of class to practice techniques discussed. No experience necessary but will help in achieving desired results. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). $125/participant + $30 materials fee.ContactRomona Brisco334-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	OA Visual Voice - OA Visual Voice Exhibition Registration - Fall 2025 - Myra Stephenson OA Visual Voice started as a grassroots effort of local artists interested in creating a welcoming environment of support and opportunity for the arts within our region. Together we are a voice for the visual arts community. Our goal is to strengthen and promote the artistic ecosystem of Eastern AL while encouraging engagement of artists and art enthusiasts alike. FREE to attend. $30 for exhibitions payable directly to OA Visual Voice.Contact:Myra Stephensonmyrastephensonart@gmail.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu

Friday October 10, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Auburn Open Studio - Auburn Open Studio - Fall 2025 - Raymond VanTilburg Auburn Open Studio’s purpose is to provide a space for artists to come together to share ideas, work.,, and develop friendships. Attendees are to bring their own projects and supply, their own art supplies. All disciplines and skill levels are welcomed. Several area award-winning artists, are regular attendees. Opelika artist, Raymond VanTilburg, will be the studio coordinator.  FREE to the public.Contact: Raymond VanTilburg  (630) 697-2929Rayvantilburgart@gmail.com
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Learn to Swing Dance for the Auburn Community with AUSDA - Learn to Swing Dance - Fall 2025 - Chris Olds Interested in learning how to swing dance? The AU Swing Dance Association hosts FREE beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons every Friday night. Lessons are from 7-8 pm and social dancing is from 8-9 pm. Don't have any dance experience? Don't worry, we have you covered. Our beginner lessons teach you from the ground up so we will have you dancing the night away in no time! Don't have a partner? Perfect, neither do we! We rotate partners frequently throughout our lessons to provide the best learning environment and allows our students to meet everyone in the lesson. While you're more than welcome to bring a partner, partners are not required. What do I wear? The most important thing is to be comfortable. Ladies if you wear a skirt or a dress be mindful that the turns we do will make the skirt billow. Please wear closed toe shoes (no flip-flops or sandals). No special shoes required. FREE to the public. ContactChris Oldsoldschr@gmail.com

Saturday October 11, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Indian Classical Dance - Indian Classical Dance - Fall 2025 - Prachi Bhave Bharatanatyam is the most popular classical dance form of India where discipline meets artistry. It is a form of story telling and comprises of a wide variety of hand gestures and footwork put together in rhythmic groups of steps boosting cognitive function of the body. One can expect strong movements, enhanced flexibility, improved posture, and increased stamina while learning this graceful dance form. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our classes cater to all levels. Join us to embrace the cultural heritage and artistic beauty of India. $12 per class. ContactPrachi Bhave 774-510-0496ibhave@gmail.com

Sunday October 12, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Private Ceramics Lessons with Annika Lee - Private Ceramics Lessons with Annika - Fall 2025 - Annika Lee Private Ceramics lessons with Annika Lee at the Jan Dempsey Community Art Center.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 663-1749AnnikaLeePottery@outlook.comwww.elementalartcraft.org

Monday October 13, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	OLLI Course
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Skeleton Drawing Workshop - Electric Skeleton Drawing Workshop - Fall 2025 Get into the spooky spirit with this unique Halloween-themed simple drawing workshop inspired by the electrifying style of artist Lia De Lyon. Open to ages 16 and up, participants will create one large and one small "electric skeleton" drawing using high quality materials (all supplies provided). $25 per person
6:00 PM - 6:50 PM	Country Line Dance Lessons with Marnie - Country Line Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Come learn the latest line dances that you can dance at venues all over the world! The class is a fun and supportive environment. Lessons will be Beginner/Improver level with new dances each week and a review of previous dances! No partner required! We will also schedule group outings to go show off your latest skills with your new friends!!! $12 per class/$40/4 weeks.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Handbuilding and Surface Decoration Techniques with Maria - Fall 2025 - Maria Auad Curious about pottery? Join our studio and become familiar with handbuilding and surface decoration techniques. This is a class for beginners and more advanced students willing to explore handbuilding and decoration techniques in the design of plates, serving dishes, cups, and planters, etc.. In addition to creating one-of-a-kind handbuilding work, students will also enjoy learning various surface decoration techniques to add flair to any piece of art! You do not need to have any ceramic skills as this class will accommodate both beginners and more experienced students. Clay, glazes, and kiln firing costs are included in the materials fee, and essential tools are available in the ceramic studio. Come and have fun! $200 ($150 per participant + $50 materials fee). ContactMaria L. Auad334-663-8292lujanauad@gmail.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM	Partner Dance Lessons - Partner Dance Lessons - Fall 2025 - Marnie Mattei Learn partner dancing including 2-Step, West Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, etc. at a Beginner/Novice level. Class includes footwork, connection, partnership and movement to music. Although this is a partner dance class, you can come as a single and dance with instructor or other students. We will invite you to join us for a group road trip to practice your new dance skills!! Improves your overall confidence to dance in a social environment!!! $12 per class or $40 for four weeks of classes.Contact:Marnie Mattei(480) 621-1006

Tuesday October 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Line Dancing - Line Dancing for Beginners - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Painting Open Studio - Oil Painting Open Studio - Fall 2025 - AAA Painting Open Studio, under the support of the Auburn Arts Association and instructed by Nils Larson, will encourage artists to provide artistic fellowship, to share ideas/work and to be with other artists. Members of the studio group meet weekly to work on their own respective paintings. The open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback and assist with process whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students will provide their own materials. $90.Oil Painting Open Studio will provide a weekly meet-up to share ideas, work, technique and process. Members work on their own respective paintings. Open studio format means members are free to come and go according to their individual time needs. The instructor will give critical feedback whenever requested. The instructional focus is primarily geared towards representational painting with oil and development of observational painting skills. Students supply their own materials. Recommended Materials: Sketchbook, hog bristle brushes, painting surface (canvas, panels, etc.), pallet, pallet knife, Gamsol odorless mineral spirits, paper towels, oil pants (burnt umber, ivory black, titanium white, permanent rose, cadmium yellow, prussian blue)ContactNils Larson(334) 663-4734signaladvance@protonmail.com
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Line Dancing - Intermediate Line Dancing - Fall 2025 - OLLI Tenisha King Line Dancing for BeginnersGet ready to have fun while learning the basics of line dancing in this 45-minute class. You'll master easy-to-follow steps set to an eclectic mix of music, including tunes from Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also a great workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. FREEIntermediate Line DancingThis intermediate class is perfect for those with some line dancing experience looking to build on their skills. Dance to a variety of music, including Glenn Miller, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, and more. Line dancing is not only enjoyable but also provides an excellent workout for both body and mind. Please wear comfortable shoes without taps and bring a water bottle. FREEAbout the instructors: Betsy Keown has been line dancing twice weekly for sixteen years and teaching for the past ten. She loves the exercise and the joy of performing at nursing homes and other venues. Wanda Knight has been line dancing for over nine years and has assisted Betsy Keown in several classes. Contact Betsy Keown & Wanda Knight 334-752-0620
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Origami, Collage and Paper Quilling - Origami - Fall 2025 - Dong Shang DOrigami, the ancient Japanese art of folding paper, is a fascinating and creative craft for kids. Through folding, origami uses numerous folds with fine attention to the detail. The value of Origami is not how fast or how many models can be completed, but rather practice patience and precision. Through practice, students will gain a better understanding of patterns, spatial relations and 3-D design elements. Paper Quilling is the art of rolling narrow strips of paper into coils or scrolls and arranging them to form elegant art. Students will learn how to use the tools to roll coils and scrolls then pinch, shape, and arrange then into decorative patterns.  $225 per person.  Dong Shang (229) 347-6293dongshang@hotmail.com
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	AACT Academy VIBE! - AACT Academy - ACT I - Fall 2025 - AACT Voice, Imagination, Body, Energy – Using Your Personal Theatre Tools If this is your first time participating in a theater activity, or if you have been on stage many times this class is for you! Being able to communicate clearly with your voice, tap into your imagination, control your body and focus your energy are essential theater and life skills. We will be using a variety of fun games and activities to explore and strengthen our abilities. Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. is the combined class Parent Presentation. All classes will meet at 4 p.m. that day to practice and prepare. No class 9/23. $80/child. Sibling discounts and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship forms and details are at  auburnact.org. ContactMelanie Brown(334) 332-6834mbrown@auburnact.org
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	AACT Academy VIBE! - AACT Academy - ACT II - Fall 2025 - AACT Voice, Imagination, Body, Energy – Using Your Personal Theatre Tools If this is your first time participating in a theater activity, or if you have been on stage many times this class is for you! Being able to communicate clearly with your voice, tap into your imagination, control your body and focus your energy are essential theater and life skills. We will be using a variety of fun games and activities to explore and strengthen our abilities. Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. is the combined class Parent Presentation. All classes will meet at 4 p.m. that day to practice and prepare. No class 9/23. $80/child. Sibling discounts and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship forms and details are at  auburnact.org. ContactMelanie Brown(334) 332-6834mbrown@auburnact.org
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Creative Dance - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Adult Mixed-Level Wheel-Thrown Pottery Club - Session 1 - Fall 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore beginning and intermediate techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows, or try your hand at plate making, trimming recessed feet, attaching handles or making lidded vessels. Schedule note: We will be off on the week before the final meeting in order to facilitate the last bisque firing in preparation for glazing.  $175 ($150 Course + $25 Materials Fee) Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. No class 10/14 or 12/9 to allow the day for final firings.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 663-1749AnnikaLeePottery@outlook.comwww.elementalartcraft.org

Wednesday October 15, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	AASMA - Scale Plastic Modeling - AASMA Scale Plastic Modeling - Fall 2025 - Matt Morgan Auburn Area Scale Modelers Association is a club focused on scale plastic modeling of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and SciFi models of all scales and media. There will be discussions related to building/finishing techniques for different types of kits. There will also be discussions on the subjects and history related to individual projects as they arise. There may also be discussions related to table top miniature games of different types, mainly historical and Sci-Fi/fantasy genres. Ages 12-17 may participate with a parent, but must register in-person at the Harris Center so staff can override their age. FREE to the public. ContactMatt Morganfowauburn@gmail.com(334) 750-9170

Thursday October 16, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Artists' Style in Clay - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Handbuilding for Homeschoolers - Fall 2025 - Amy Kaiser From Van Gogh Sunflowers to Haring Action Tiles to Dali Melted Clocks, you will learn and refine clay hand-building techniques to create your own clay interpretations of some well-known art works. We will create our own works of art using slabs of clay shaped with slump molds, positioned action figures, and an imaginative series of drape molds. During the class you will create and glaze your projects, and the pieces will be fired in the studio kilns when ready. The materials fee covers the cost of clay, glazes, and kiln firings. Parents, please register your child only if they are able to attend all scheduled classes. $100 Course + $25 Materials feeContactAmy Kaiser(334) 821-0916amyekaiser@gmail.com
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Classical Ballet for Young Ladies - Thursdays - Fall 2025 - Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies Miss Arnold's Classical Ballet for Young Ladies offers beginner lessons for girls ages 4 to 14. Instruction will emphasize fundamental ballet steps and their terminology. A class day will include stretching, across the floor exercises, and creative dance combinations. Multiple levels of combinations will be provided to accommodate skill level. Classical piano accompaniment is incorporated. Class will culminate in a small performance for friends and family. Students are required to arrive in full classical ballet attire. This includes a black leotard, light pink ballet tights, and standard pink canvas or leather ballet slippers (sewn-in elastics only; no loose ribbons permitted). Hair must be in a NEAT bun secured with bobby pins or a NEAT high ponytail secured with a BLACK hair elastic (all hair accessories kept neutral). Each student is required to bring her own thermos/canteen of ONLY water to class (plastic water bottles are not permitted). No classes 10/29 and 10/31. $80/student. Costume fee of $30 payable directly to the instructor. ContactHannah Arnold334-737-9938hannah.r.arnold.1@gmail.com
4:40 PM - 5:20 PM	Theatrical Tap - Theatrical Tap - Fall 2025 - Shawnasie Kirchner Join us for a classical tap class with a theatrical style. We draw inspiration from such dancers as Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire, while dancing along to show-tunes and oldies! This is for beginner to intermediate tap dancers, so alternate steps are provided depending on each student's level. $112/studentContact:Shawnasie Kirchner509-713-3620Shawnasie@gmail.com
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	IAMBK After School Enrichment - Program Registration - IAMBK Visual Arts - Fall 2025 - IAMBK IAMBK is a 501c3 community organization that provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for youth and families, grades k-12, in partnership with Auburn City Schools and other local organizations. Sessions are offered by certified and specialized instructors in a variety of areas. Limited space available. Please only sign up for the programs below if you have signed-up under the participant registration and paid $35 for the semester. Fall 2025-2026 Classes and ScheduleTutoring - Monday through Thursday 3-5:30pm Monday Connect - Mondays 5:30-6:30pmCreative Dance - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm Hands on Science - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pmVisual Arts - Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm Individual/Family Counseling - By Appointment  ContactDr. Trellis Calloway(334) 728-0309iambk@ymail.com
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM	Focused Wheel Throwing - Focused Wheel Throwing - Plates and Pasta Bowls - Fall 2025 - Romona Brisco Summer:BottlesCome join me if you want to practice on coloring by throwing bottles! Designed for students who can throw cylinders at least 4 inches tall, this course focuses on shaping and coloring. As time permits, we will create taller and larger pieces. Practice outside of class with provided pugged clay and complete at least two, functional, well-made pieces. Additional guidance on trimming included. $110/participant + $20 materials fee. FALL:Plates and Pasta BowlsCome join me as we create plates and pasta bowls on the wheel! As time permits, we will focus on throwing a variety of plates on the wheel (according to well sizes) along with pasta bowls. For the best experience, students are strongly encouraged to use the studio outside of class to practice techniques discussed. No experience necessary but will help in achieving desired results. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). $125/participant + $30 materials fee.ContactRomona Brisco334-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Argentine Tango Practica - Argentine Tango Practica - Fall 2025 - Sergio RuizCordova Join us to dance the most beautiful, elegant and sensual dance in the world, the Argentine Tango. Tango is drama, passion and romance; a dance of connection and dialogue between partners. Tango is not a series of memorized steps, nor a dance that merely promotes mechanical reactions; rather it is a dance of improvisation where both partners must listen to the music and, more importantly, listen to each other. Members of this group have been dancing the Argentine Tango for at least ten years and are happy to share their tango skills. FREE to the public. Contact: Sergio Ruiz Cordova(334) 444-2857ruizcor@auburn.edu

Friday October 17, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Auburn Open Studio - Auburn Open Studio - Fall 2025 - Raymond VanTilburg Auburn Open Studio’s purpose is to provide a space for artists to come together to share ideas, work.,, and develop friendships. Attendees are to bring their own projects and supply, their own art supplies. All disciplines and skill levels are welcomed. Several area award-winning artists, are regular attendees. Opelika artist, Raymond VanTilburg, will be the studio coordinator.  FREE to the public.Contact: Raymond VanTilburg  (630) 697-2929Rayvantilburgart@gmail.com
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Gentle Chair Yoga with Sara - Gentle Chair Yoga - Fall 2025 - Sara Anderson This course offers a unique opportunity to embrace the gentle art of yoga while comfortably seated in a chair. With expert instruction, you'll learn a series of yoga postures and fundamental principles, enhancing your flexibility, balance, and overall well-being. The class also includes a simple self-massage technique for relaxation followed by a holistic meditation exercise for those who choose to participate. No prior yoga experience is necessary, making it accessible to all. $50 ($80 both classes) per quarterAbout the instructor: Sara is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance teacher and is a graduate of the prestigious Shiva Dancing School of Yoga in Asheville, NC. ContactSara Anderson334-707-8010andersaram@gmail.com
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Learn to Swing Dance for the Auburn Community with AUSDA - Learn to Swing Dance - Fall 2025 - Chris Olds Interested in learning how to swing dance? The AU Swing Dance Association hosts FREE beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons every Friday night. Lessons are from 7-8 pm and social dancing is from 8-9 pm. Don't have any dance experience? Don't worry, we have you covered. Our beginner lessons teach you from the ground up so we will have you dancing the night away in no time! Don't have a partner? Perfect, neither do we! We rotate partners frequently throughout our lessons to provide the best learning environment and allows our students to meet everyone in the lesson. While you're more than welcome to bring a partner, partners are not required. What do I wear? The most important thing is to be comfortable. Ladies if you wear a skirt or a dress be mindful that the turns we do will make the skirt billow. Please wear closed toe shoes (no flip-flops or sandals). No special shoes required. FREE to the public. ContactChris Oldsoldschr@gmail.com