Have you really wanted to take woodturning or sign your kids up for classes or camp, but felt like it wouldn't fit into your budget? Well we've got great news for you! We have scholarships for people who might need it! Fill out our form and see if you qualify!

Join Ken Hertzog and other wood turners for an evening of crafting turned items from wood and more. No experience necessary. Classes meet from 6 pm-9 pm on

Thursday . Must be 18 or older to participate. Class size is limited to 7 participants.

Join artist, Courtney McNamara, for ART ATTACK, a weekly get together to create art of all kinds, socialize and make new friends. The group meets from 10-noon on Thursdays at The Art Center. The cost to attend is $10 which includes all materials unless noted otherwise. A discounted cost is available when you register for the entire month. Attendance every week is not required. While you're there, you can enjoy some hot drinks from The Butler Coffee Lab's selection of unique and delicious coffees, teas, and lemonades. You will be pleasantly surprised! For teens to adults.

This will be a six week course, starting September 14th for kids from kindergarten through third grade (12:30-1:30). During this course, the students will learn some art basics and skills using a variety of mediums. All supplies included in the cost.

CLICK 8 WEEK POTTERY COURSE PHOTO ABOVE OR REGISTER HERE! During this eight week course, you will learn the basics of pottery, from handing clay, to using a pottery wheel, to glazing and creating a beautiful product! Each student will come home with their own original pieces. Price includes studio/class fee with an additional fee for materials/firing. Thursday evenings from 6-9 PM. Students are encouraged to bring an old apron or t-shirt to protect their clothing.

CLICK ANIMAL POT PHOTO ABOVE OR REGISTER HERE! Want to make an adorable Animal Head Plant Pot? We have a two week course (October 10th & 17th) from 5:30-7:00 PM. The project is for school age to adult participants. Supplies are included in the $35 fee!

CLICK INTRO TO POTTERY PHOTO ABOVE OR REGISTER HERE! In this 2.5 hour session, the basics of clay management and handling will be presented, including wedging, rehydration, slipping, slab construction and throwing. Students will create a hand-built piece after various projects are demonstrated. All materials will be provided for this session including firing and glazing. A prerequisite class for future pottery classes. 10 student limit. Materials included in cost. For older teens to adults.

Are you a writer looking for a place to share your work with like-minded writers? Want to get feedback from other aspiring and published authors and learn more about how to get your work published? Join our Facebook Group!
We are a writers’ group that meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6 PM at the Butler Art Center and Gallery. Each time we meet, we will not only share what we have been working on and give each other feedback, but will have an “assignment” to help challenge you as a writer.
$2 donation to join. or $3 to get a drink from our Hip Stirs Coffeehouse space.

OUR PORTRAIT GROUP IS TAKING A BREAK FOR THE SUMMER BUT WILL RESUME MEETING WEEKLY IN SEPTEMBER.
Consider joining us for our portrait group that meets every Wednesday from 12:30-2:00. Each week there is a live model and it's only $2 to join. No need to sign up ahead of time! Walk ins are welcome! You can also join our Facebook Group. Apply to be a model here.

Looking for a quiet place to work on your craft and to interact with like-minded artists? Consider joining our silent art club that is going to meet the third Friday of the month from 1-3. Hang out in our Hip Stirs Coffeehouse area, enjoy a cup of something hot or cold, work on your art in peace before sharing your work with fellow artists! Drinks are $3 with free refills! The group is free to join!

Meeting the first Friday of the month (starting in October 2024) we are going to be offering mini crash courses by professional artists to give you quick tips on fine art. We will be meeting in our Hip Stirs Coffeehouse area from 1-3. Drinks are $3 with free refills! The group is free to join!

This is an introductory class where you will learn the basics of crocheting. The class is October 12th from 3-5 for $20. This is for teens to adults. Your supplies are included. Come enjoy learning to make a granny square that you can take with you and continue to work on at home! Click photo above or register here.

 Love crafting, tea and Downton Abbey?? Then we have the perfect evening planned for you! Plan to join us Wednesday, September 18th from 6-8 PM for a 1920's era headband-making workshop in our new Hip Stirs coffee bar area. $25 includes all supplies. Hot drinks and light refreshments will be served. For ages teen to adult. Click photo above or register here.

Hot Brews and Brushes is October 17 at 6:00-8:00 PM. For $25 you'll enjoy painting and having some hot beverages. The workshop is for teens to adults. The Coffee Bar and supplies are included in cost. Click photo above or register here.

Elementary school aged children can have fun making and decorating little boxes! Supplies are included in the $10 fee. Happening October 26, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM. click photo above or register here.