Park District of Oak Park

Winter Masks
2026-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Step into a world of shimmering snowflakes, icy elegance, and frosty creatures in this enchanting Winter Mask Art Class! Inspired by the beauty and mystery of winter, you’ll design and create your own wearable winter-themed mask that’s perfect for display, dress-up, or seasonal celebration.

Winter Wonderland Art
2026-01-25 10:00 - 12:00
Step into a world of snowflakes, sparkles, and frosty charm in this whimsical Winter Wonderland Art Class! Celebrate the beauty of the season by creating enchanting winter-themed artwork inspired by snowy landscapes, icy textures, and the magic of winter days.

Ceramics Open Studio
2026-01-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-28 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-18 16:00 - 18:00 and 5 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

Northern Lights
2026-01-31 10:00 - 12:00
Capture the magic of the aurora borealis in this breathtaking Northern Lights Art Class! Inspired by the swirling colors and ethereal glow of the night sky, you’ll learn to paint your own luminous landscape filled with shimmering light and cosmic wonder..

Very Vintage Valentines
2026-02-06 18:00 - 20:00
Celebrate love the old-fashioned way in this charming Very Vintage Valentines art class! Inspired by the delicate details and romantic charm of yesteryear, you’ll create heartfelt valentines with lace, layers, and lots of love—just like the ones Grandma used to make.

February Creative Cooking (Morning)
2026-02-07 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.

February Creative Cooking (Afternoon)
2026-02-07 12:30 - 15:30

Try-It Lapidary
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:00, 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
2026-02-13 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 February
2026-02-13 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.

Try-It Soldering
2026-02-14 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!

Fancy Flower Bouquet
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:00
Get ready to bloom with creativity in this delightful Fancy Flower Bouquet Art Class! Inspired by elegant arrangements and garden-fresh beauty, you’ll design and create your own stunning floral bouquet using a variety of artistic techniques and materials.

Wood Burning
2026-02-21 13:00 - 15:00
Ignite your creativity and explore the rustic charm of pyrography in this hands-on Wood Burning Art Class! Learn the timeless art of burning beautiful designs into wood, and create personalized pieces that blend natural texture with bold artistry.

Try-It Enameling
2026-02-21 15:30 - 17:30
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!

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
