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Saturday, May 18 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Learn to draw lions and tigers and bears (oh my!), as well as elephants, giraffes, and more! Discover some of the techniques used by real cartoon artists as you draw, color, and create your own cartoon zoo.- Ages: Ages 7-12
- Session: One-Time Workshop, meets on May 18
- Cost: $60/student
- Class Size: Minimum of 7 students required to run workshop, no more than 15 students registered.
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: May 15, 2024
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Saturday, April 27 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Create your own fashion line! You'll develop a fashion portfolio consisting of casual wear, party and evening dresses, swimsuits, and accessories. Students will also design fabric swatches to complement their portfolio. The day will end with a fashion display! Students should pack a non-refrigerated lunch.- Ages: Ages 8+
- Session: One-Time Workshop, meets on April 27
- Cost: $90/students
- Class Size: Minimum of 7 students required to run workshop, no more than 15 students registered.
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: April 26, 2024
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Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Get prepared for a riot of creative chaos! You'll unleash your imagination, splatter paint, squish clay, and have a blast making beautiful messes while learning the joys of self-expression through art.
- Age: Ages 8 - 12
- Session: March 13 - May 22 (11 weeks)
- Instructor: Melinda Welch
- Cost: $58/month
- Class Size: minimum of 7 students registered to run class; no more than 15 students total
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: Rolling!
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Add a DIY flair to your look with your own custom-made jewelry. Join a laughter-filled and memorable experience where you'll learn the basics of jewelry construction, like how to string, crimp, and finish your work. Find out how to bring balance and harmony to your piece so it doesn't droop, and unveil the secrets of color theory to make your jewelry pop! Walk away from the evening with a necklace and earring set of your own making.
- Age: Adults and mature teens 16+
- Session: One-Time Workshop
- Session 1: Tuesday, March 19 | 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Session 2: Tuesday, April 16 | 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Session 3: Tuesday, May 21 | 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Instructor: Dawn Grady
- Cost: $80/student
- Class Size: minimum of 6 students registered to run class; no more than 20 students total
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline:
- Session 1: EXTENDED! March 15
- Session 2: April 12
- Session 3: May 17
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Tuesday, May 21, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: May 21, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, May 14, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: May 14, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, May 7, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: May 7, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, Apr 30, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: April 30, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, Apr 16, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: April 16, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, Apr 9, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: April 9, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, Apr 2, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: April 2, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 12 children registered per program day
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Avenue)
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Tuesday, Jan 9, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: January 9, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 8 children registered per program day
- Class Location: The Upside Brew (329 Ludlow Avenue)
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Tuesday, Jan 2, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set (ages 2-4), we will read and explore a different picture book each week and then make our own art inspired by the story using a variety of materials. Dress to allow for a mess! Grownups must stay with their young artists during the class. Space is limited: registration is required to reserve your seat! View and register for upcoming Art + Tales events by clicking here.- Ages: 2-4 with an adult
- Session: January 2, 2024
- Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
- Cost: Free, suggested $5 per class donation
- Class Size: maximum of 8 children registered per program day
- Class Location: The Upside Brew (329 Ludlow Avenue)
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Sunday, November 5 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
As a Master Class participant, each student has the opportunity to present a piece and learn from our instructor’s expert coaching and advice. Remember to tune your guitar and warm up beforehand, and come prepared with your questions for our instructor as well as an open mind! View upcoming Guitar Master Classes!- Ages: 5+
- Session: One-time workshop on Sunday, November 5, 2023
- Instructor: Donald Broerman
- Cost: Free; suggested donation $20
- Location: CCAC @ Short Vine (2728 Short Vine). Please note that there will be no virtual option for this master class.
- What to bring to master class:
- Your guitar (please tune and warm-up beforehand).
- A classical guitar piece you are currently working on.
- Your questions for the guest artist.
- Your open, “beginner mind”.
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Sale!
May 22, 2024 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Prepare to journey behind the scenes of America's power hub as we sit down with the remarkable Michael Collins, once a reporter for the Cincinnati Post and The Kentucky Post and now USA Today's White House correspondent. In this engaging expert panel discussion, we'll delve into the inner workings of the White House press room, uncovering the intricate dance of reporters, officials, and the President. Gain insights into the highs and lows of traveling with the Commander-in-Chief and breaking world-changing news. Hailing from Whitesburg, Kentucky, Michael's journey to the heart of political journalism – covering one presidential funeral, two papal visits, six inaugurations, and 15 White House Correspondent Dinners, as well as riding on Air Force One eight times and taking 55 (and counting) COVID tests – is an inspiring tale in itself. Join us for an enlightening evening as we unravel the stories behind the headlines and the incredible career of a journalist who brings the White House to the world.Featured Panelist
- Michael Collins, USA Today White House correspondent
- Panel facilitated by Maryanne Zeleznik, Cincinnati Public Radio’s Vice President of News and 'Morning Edition' Host
Location
Clifton Cultural Arts Center 3412 Clifton Ave Cincinnati, OH 45220Tickets
$10 in advance, $12 at the doorThank you to our generous sponsors
Drs. Patricia Klein and Reid Hartmann
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Saturday, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Have you ever wondered how it feels to publish a book? You get a box in the mail, open it, and it's the first copy of your book with your name printed. You just became an author! This one-day writers' retreat will change your mindset on becoming an author. Throughout the workshop, participants will:- Explore questions like: why do you want to publish a book? In what genre do you want to write? What is preventing you from starting your book right at this moment?
- Learn best practices on your writing space, time, and designing a writing system.
- Participate in group discussions and exercises to motivate you to start and continue until you become an author.
- Explore traditional and online publishing.
- Learn how to visualize your book before it's published.
- Take part in a Q & A session with a local author.
- Ages: Adults 18+
- Session: One-Time Workshop
- Spring 1: January 13, 2024
- Spring 2: February 10, 2024
- Spring 3: March 16, 2024
- Spring 4: May 11, 2024
- Instructor: Victor Vélez
- Cost: $150/session (includes lunch and Writers' Workbook)
- Class Location: CCAC’s new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Class Size: 3 – 10 students enrolled per session.
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April 17, 2024 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Treat your senses to a delectable journey through the tantalizing worlds of chocolate and wine! Join us for a captivating discussion where we'll unwrap the rich histories of these beloved treasures and discover the secrets to savoring each exquisite sip and sumptuous bite to the fullest. Lisa Cooper Holmes of Haute Chocolate will be your guide, sharing the key to perfect pairings and the science of enhancing flavors. But it's not just talk - we'll tantalize your palate with samples that'll awaken your appreciation for the finer things in life. Get ready for an evening of pure, unadulterated indulgence!Featured Panel
- Lisa Cooper Holmes, Haute Chocolate
Location
Clifton Cultural Arts Center 3412 Clifton Ave Cincinnati, OH 45220Tickets
$10 in advance | $12 at the doorThank you to our generous sponsors
Drs. Patricia Klein and Reid Hartmann
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Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Are you ready to explore Africa without your passport? This class is not just an Afro-dance workout. It's an education, a journey, and a new way of merging the dynamic dance moves of Afro beats with an intensive full-body workout. You'll learn to move your body in ways you didn't know it could move while burning calories and having fun. Add cultural flavor to your workout routine. This class will feed your mind and soul as you learn the moves and rhythms paired with energizing music from the African continent.- Ages: Adult
- Session: Ongoing starting February 1, 2024.
- Instructor: Basko
- Class Location: CCAC’s new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Class payment options:
- $20 for a single class
- $108 for a 6-class pass (10% discount)
- $204 for a 12-class pass (15% discount)
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Wednesday, November 8 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
All Community Members Welcome! Come together with neighbors and friends to break bread and share stories: CCAC invites you to a free Community Potluck to connect new and long-time Cincinnati residents. Please bring a dish to share if you are able. Kindly RSVP using the form below: walk ins welcome!Location
Immanuel Presbyterian Church 3445 Clifton Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45220Partners
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Wednesdays or Fridays, 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
Participate with your toddler in singing, moving, dancing, listening, and playing simple instruments – while developing a strong musical bond with your child. Toddlers and their adults will sing, chant, move, dance, listen and play simple instruments: this class provides a full mix that allows them to be active, which is how they learn. We'll channel the toddler's energy productively, facilitate expression of feelings, assist in improving memory through repetition, and develop further musical aptitude and focused listening.- Ages: 16 months - 3.5 years with parent/guardian
- Session: 19 weeks
- Wednesday sessions run Jan 3 – May 22, 2024. No class Feb. 7 or Mar. 27!
- Friday sessions run Jan 5 – May 24, 2024. No class Jan. 26 or Feb. 9; snow day make up class on Mar. 29!
- Instructor: Shea Haney
- Cost: $245/student
- Class Size: minimum of 5 students registered to run class; no more than 12 students total
- Class Location: CCAC’s new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: Ongoing! Class tuition prorated based on start date: contact CCAC with questions.
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Wednesdays or Fridays, 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Play musically with your baby through bouncing and rocking songs, wiggle and peek-a-boo games, dancing, moving, and singing. Music play activities are designed to increase your child’s curiosity about music, to develop listening skills and a sense of beat, and to establish the foundation for singing and musical thought.- Ages: newborn - 18 months with parent/guardian
- Session: 19 weeks
- Wednesday sessions run Jan 3 – May 22, 2024. No class Feb. 7 or Mar. 27!
- Friday sessions run Jan 5 – May 24, 2024. No class Jan. 26 or Feb. 9; snow day make up class on Mar. 29!
- Instructor: Shea Haney
- Cost: $245/student
- Class Size: minimum of 5 students registered to run class; no more than 12 students total
- Class Location: CCAC’s new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: Ongoing! Class tuition prorated based on start date: contact CCAC with questions.
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Wednesdays or Fridays, 11:00 - 11:40 a.m.
The Cycle of Seasons is a musical celebration of the four seasons using activities that build on the child's growing independence and competencies. It nurtures the children's ability to use language and capitalizes on their delight in dramatic play within the musical context. Classes are filled with songs, movement activities, exploration of instruments, and imaginative stories for children to make their own. Encourage the child's moving, singing, verbal, and listening skills and tap into the child's vivid imagination and lay the foundation for creative development via story-telling and poetry.- Ages: 3-5 with parent/guardian
- Session: 19 weeks
- Wednesday sessions run Jan 3 – May 22, 2024. No class Feb. 7 or Mar. 27!
- Friday sessions run Jan 5 – May 24, 2024. No class Jan. 26 or Feb. 9; snow day make up class on Mar. 29!
- Instructor: Shea Haney
- Cost: $245/student
- Class Size: minimum of 5 students registered to run class; no more than 12 students total
- Class Location: CCAC’s new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: Ongoing! Class tuition prorated based on start date: contact CCAC with questions.
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Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
In this art class for the preschool set, children will be encouraged to discover and create using various media including painting, pastels, sculpture, and printmaking.
- Ages: 3-5
- Session: 11 weeks (Mar 16 – May 25, 2024)
- Instructor: Melinda Welch
- Cost: $150/student
- CCAC is a Qualified Education Service Provider in the Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) program and also offers tuition scholarships.
- Class Size: minimum of 4 students registered to run class; no more than 12 students total
- Class Location: CCAC's new home (3412 Clifton Ave)
- Registration Deadline: March 11, 2024