Park District of Oak Park

Try-It Enameling
2026-02-21 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-03-21 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Explore the Art of Enameling!
Join us for a hands-on, 2-hour introductory session held once a month! Our skilled instructor will guide you through each step. Using flat copper shapes and enamel glass powder, torch-fired to create several pieces to take home. Perfect for hobbyists, artists, and anyone interested in exploring the world of copper enameling. All materials and safety gear are provided. Just bring your curiosity!

Ceramics Open Studio
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-25 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-04 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 and 3 more dates
Come on in to finish pieces you worked on in our other classes like Family Ceramics, Youth Ceramics, Beginners Ceramics, Beginners' Wheel, and Partner Ceramics

Pour Painting February
2026-02-28 10:00 - 12:00
Those pour painting videos are totally addictive! Come make your very own, and we’ll clean up the mess! 2 canvas boards per person can be used. We’ll also provide a large variety of colors and finishes to make your painting stand out.

Paper Sculptures
2026-03-06 18:00 - 20:00
Take your creativity to new heights—literally! In this Paper Sculpture Art Class, you’ll transform simple sheets of paper into stunning three-dimensional works of art. Explore the endless possibilities of paper as you cut, fold, curl, and layer your way to sculptural masterpieces.

Pour Painting March
2026-03-07 10:00 - 12:00

Try-It Lapidary
2026-03-07 14:00 - 16:00
Explore the art of stone cutting and polishing in this monthly hands-on introductory session! You’ll learn the basics of shaping, grinding, and polishing stones to reveal their natural beauty. Our skilled instructor will guide you through each step. Using diamond grit grinding wheels to shape and polish a small stone. Time permitting, we can even wire wrap or set the stone with a bail so it’s ready to wear. Perfect for jewelry and rock lovers, and those interested in exploring the world of stonework. Materials and safety gear are provided.

Lapidary Open Studio
2026-03-13 17:00 - 18:00
Come in to work on lapidary projects independently, with an instructor available to assist or answer questions. Space is limited, but you are welcome to bring projects from home or start fresh here. experience is preferred

Try-It: Ceramics March
2026-03-13 18:00 - 20:00
Want to experiment with clay? Join us for an introduction, discovery, and exploration of wheel and hand-building techniques. No take-home projects in this class. This is purely an exploration workshop.

March Creative Cooking (Morning)
2026-03-14 09:00 - 12:00
Creative Cooking offers life skills and artwork all wrapped into one awesome class! A different theme and recipe (or two!) will be introduced in each workshop. While the food cooks, bakes, or simmers, our little chefs will enjoy additional art and/or games during those times. Each child will go home with their recipes to share with the entire family.

March Creative Cooking (Afternoon)
2026-03-14 12:30 - 15:30

Try-It Soldering
2026-03-14 14:00 - 16:00
Explore the Art of Soldering!
Join us for a hands-on, 2-hour introductory session held once a month! Our skilled instructor will guide you through each step. Using copper wire and micro torches to create your soldered jewelry or small art piece to take home. Perfect for hobbyists, artists, and anyone interested in exploring the world of soldering. All materials and safety gear are provided. Just bring your curiosity!

St Patrick's Day
2026-03-15 13:00 - 15:00
Celebrate the luck of the Irish with a burst of creativity in this fun-filled St. Patrick’s Art Class! Inspired by rainbows, shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold, this class is all about festive fun and magical art-making for the season.

Spring Has Sprung
2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:00
Embrace the season of renewal in this cheerful Spring Has Sprung Art Class! With flowers blooming and colors brightening, this class is all about capturing the freshness, beauty, and energy of spring through art. From vibrant florals to buzzing bees, you’ll create pieces that celebrate the magic of the season.
