We will share more details as we get closer, but the Hudsonville Area Arts Council is going to be participating in the Happenings on Harvey event this summer! We’ll be providing the community with Artful Activities at the events!
Visit www.happeningsonharvey.com to learn more about the event and stay tuned for specific activities we’ll be doing at the event!
Anime Expression is a creative group that addresses social and emotional concerns for teenagers. This group focuses on sensory integration, self-awareness, and creative expression through the medium of anime – a Japanese animation style often characterized by colorful graphics, vibrant characters, and fantastical themes. Offered by The Center for Childhood Development in collaboration with the Hudsonville Area Arts Council, the final pieces created by the group will be exhibited in a public venue to be enjoyed by the residents of the Grand Rapids surrounding area communities.
Teenage boys and girls, ages 13 to 18, who may need confidence in social interactions as well as within themselves.
The goals of this group are to make friends, build self-confidence, develop emotional regulation and social skills, and express oneself through a creative medium.
Tuesdays at 4pm
Session 1: June 14 – July 12 (no group session week of July 4)
Session 2: July 26 – August 23
$75 per session (to be paid in full at your first session)
Call (616) 667-9551 to sign up!
More groups listed on our website: thecenterforcd.com
The Art of Succulents – An Artful Activity Presented by the Hudsonville Area Arts Council
Spring is here! Join us at Garden Crossings, and create a whimsical, succulent planter. Garden Crossings will have a large selection of succulents to choose from as well as an array of colorful pottery to plant in. All the supplies will be provided to create a miniature garden, including small items and some ideas to add an artful touch to your creation!
The Art of Succulents is part of an on-going, monthly series of workshops presented by the Hudsonville Area Arts Council. The Hudsonville Area Arts Council — an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization— strives to enrich the community by supporting artists and providing creative opportunities for people in Hudsonville and the surrounding areas.
Come out and support local community artists at the Georgetown Community Center. Opening reception Friday, April 8th 6:30 – 8:30 PM. Exhibit open April 7th through May 10th, Monday through Friday 8 AM – 4 PM.
Hudsonville Artful Activities – Clay Stamping Workshop
Make ceramic word tiles with artist, Kim Stoub, in her cozy studio. No prior experience necessary. Kim will provide clay rolled into slabs, letter stamps, and other clay tools to stamp words and textures into the clay. Come prepared with a few, short inspirational phrases or quotes, and create several pieces of art! Each participant will be able to make a few small tiles which Kim will glaze and fire for you. The finished pieces will be available for pick-up at a later date.
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EDT)
Orange Pebble Studio – 2383 Port Sheldon, Jenison, MI 49428
Register HERE
The Clay Stamping Workshop is part of an on-going, monthly series of workshops presented by the Hudsonville Area Arts Council. The Hudsonville Area Arts Council — an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization— strives to enrich the community by supporting artists and providing creative opportunities for people in Hudsonville and the surrounding areas.
Join Painted Farmgirl and Friends over at Painted Farmgirl right here in Hudsonville (3704 Chicago Drive) for the very first Farmgirl Flea: Pickers and Makers event! We have a full lot of vendors selling the very best vintage, antiques and handmade items ready for the picking! This is a one day FREE event from 9am – 3pm on Saturday May 9. Invite your friends, come check it out and browse the vendors outside and in the store.
Just a sample of the items being collected by some of Hudsonville’s greatest pickers for this fun event…
Check out last year’s art show…
Monday, April 20 – Bauer and Forest Grove Elementary
Tuesday, April 21 – Alward Elementary, Hudsonville High School
Wednesday, April 22 – South Elementary
Thursday, April 23 – Georgetown Elementary, Baldwin and Riley Middle Schools
Monday, April 27 – Jamestown Elementary
Tuesday, April 28 – Park Elementary
It’s starting to feel like Spring here in Hudsonville and we’re getting excited about Art in the Park just 2 short months away. Posters are being printed to post around town. If you have a local business and would like to promote the event please send us a note through the contact page.
The deadline for vendor applications is also fast approaching. Visit this page for more info on reserving a spot at this year’s event.
