Back by popular demand! Learn how to roll a slab, form your mug, craft a handle, and embellish your personalized mug. Choose a glaze for the instructor to glaze it. Your pottery will be ready in 3 weeks. Ages 18+. $50 plus $5 for materials per person.
Get into the holiday spirit by creating your own festive wreath or kissing ball with DPNC! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to identify various evergreens and master wreath-making techniques using materials gathered from our woodland campus. We’ll provide evergreen boughs, berries, and vines, along with cones, wire, and ribbons. Bring your creativity, and leave…
Want to try out the pottery wheel? Now you can with this solo or date night 2-hour event! Participant will make one small handbuilding project and one wheel thrown vessel. Choose your glaze and items will be ready for pick-up 3 weeks after event is held. Participants can BYOB and snacks. Ages 21+ event. Come…
Back by popular demand! Learn how to roll a slab, form your mug, craft a handle, and embellish your personalized mug. Choose a glaze for the instructor to glaze it. Your pottery will be ready in 3 weeks. Ages 18+. $55 plus $5 for materials per person. Register online
Back by popular demand! Learn how to roll a slab, form your mug, craft a handle, and embellish your personalized mug. Choose a glaze for the instructor to glaze it. Your pottery will be ready in 3 weeks. Ages 18+. $55 plus $5 for materials per person. Register online
Learn how to design, sketch, and sculpt a figure in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We will take a break for lunch on your own, with the last part of the workshop allocated for decorating your piece with slip. Your pottery will be vitrified with a raw clay finish and ready in 4 weeks. Ages…
Come explore the art of print making! Students in 6th-12th grade are invited to attend this free program. The class is on February 19th from 6 PM to 7 PM. The program is free and registration is required. Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM…
Create a one-of-a-kind cheese/charcuterie board in this fun, beginner-friendly pottery workshop! You’ll learn hand-building techniques using slabs and coils, then personalize your board with carving and stamping. Learn about colored slip decoration, and the instructor will glaze with a matching color. No experience needed-just bring your creativity! Perfect for a solo activity or come with…
Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 2-hour workshop for beginners ages 9-13. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Two dates available. Register online. Saturday, March 7th:…
Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 2-hour workshop for beginners ages 9-13. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Two dates available. Register online. Saturday, March 7th:…
Learn how to design, sketch, and sculpt a figure in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We will take a break for lunch on your own, with the last part of the workshop allocated for decorating your piece with slip. Your pottery will be vitrified with a raw clay finish and ready in 4 weeks. Ages…
SPRING PAINTING FOR KIDS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 1-5 to create a spring painting on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Paint your own canvas with a spring tree using puzzle pieces! All materials are supplied. Registration is required and…
In this 60-minute workshop learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. REGISTER ONLINE.
In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks.…
In this 60-minute workshop for ages 5-7 learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per…
In this 60-minute workshop for kids ages 8-12, learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. Register online. Register
Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 90-minute workshop for beginners. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Ages 12+. REGISTER ONLINE.
Learn how to design, sketch, and sculpt a figure in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We will take a break for lunch on your own, with the last part of the workshop allocated for decorating your piece with slip. Your pottery will be vitrified with a raw clay finish and ready in 4 weeks. Ages…
Learn how to sculpt an animal using pinch pot techniques in this fun and creative 2-hour workshop! Decorate your animal with slip and underglaze, with the option to have your instructor dip in clear glaze. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. Ages 18+. $60 plus $5 for materials per person.…
In the 4 Week Class Mondays 1-3pm, learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building techniques and how they apply to sculpture. Finally, learn to how to finish work by burnishing, under glazing, or glazing. $170 plus $20 for materials per person. Register online. Register
Discover the wonders of nature together at this monthly, inclusive family-friendly program! Come at any time between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and move at your own pace as you explore themed activity stations, meet live animals, and examine fascinating natural artifacts. Then get creative with a hands-on craft before heading out on a self-guided…
Learn how to design, sketch, and sculpt a figure in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We will take a break for lunch on your own, with the last part of the workshop allocated for decorating your piece with slip. Your pottery will be vitrified with a raw clay finish and ready in 4 weeks. Ages…
Want to try out the pottery wheel? Now you can with this solo or date night event! Participant will make one small handbuilding project and one wheel thrown vessel. Choose your glaze and items will be ready for pick-up 3 weeks after event is held. Come on your own or bring a friend! Sip and…
Join Our Nature Journaling Workshop Led by Jonah Salsich at DPNC on June 20th from 9:30 to 11:30! Slow down, look closer, and connect with nature. Discover the joy of nature journaling, a fun, informal way to explore the outdoors using words, pictures, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the…
Calling for kids of all ages with a caregiver to come discover the wonders of nature together at DPNC for this monthly, inclusive FREE family-friendly program! Move at your own pace as you explore themed activity stations, meet live animals, and examine fascinating natural artifacts. Then get creative with a hands-on craft before heading out…
Join us to celebrate Pride Month by putting our favorite queer reads in their finest jewels: rhinestones! We’ll have drinks, snacks, and supplies to bedazzle! Bring your favorite book from home, or purchase a ticket including a copy of One Last Stop to accessorize! Both tickets include a glass of wine, snacks, and bedazzling supplies!…
The Nature Center’s forest fairies have come out to play and are excited to share the secrets to being kind to nature! Wander the trails and meet the Salamander Forest Fairy, the Meadow Flower Fairy, the Pond Fairy, the Stone Fairy, and other magical friends as you explore the woods. Each fairy has special ideas…
This 2-hour workshop offers an immersive, hands-on exploration of Japanese tea bowls and culture. Create your own summer and winter tea bowl using the pinch pot method. This approachable hand-building technique emphasizes touch, intention, and the beauty of imperfections-echoing the spirit of the tea ceremony itself. After students make their pieces, the instructor will glaze…
Learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building techniques and how they apply to sculpture. Finally, learn to how to finish work by burnishing, under glazing, or glazing. Adults ages 18+. Register online. Must sign up for all classes. Mondays in July: 1-3pm Register
Want to try out the pottery wheel? Now you can with this solo or date night event! Participant will make one small handbuilding project and one wheel thrown vessel. Choose your glaze and items will be ready for pick-up 3 weeks after event is held. Come on your own or bring a friend! Sip and…
In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks.…
In this 60-minute workshop learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. REGISTER ONLINE.
Learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building techniques and how they apply to sculpture. Finally, learn to how to finish work by burnishing, under glazing, or glazing. Adults ages 18+. Register online. Must sign up for all classes. Mondays in July: 1-3pm Register
In this 2-hour workshop, get creative with clay as you design and build a fruit bowl statement piece. Students will begin by constructing a large slab bowl, then personalize it by cutting out fun shapes and patterns using freehand techniques or a variety of cookie cutters. Whether you love bold designs, nature-inspired motifs, or geometric…
In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks.…
In this 60-minute workshop learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. REGISTER ONLINE.
Learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building techniques and how they apply to sculpture. Finally, learn to how to finish work by burnishing, under glazing, or glazing. Adults ages 18+. Register online. Must sign up for all classes. Mondays in July: 1-3pm Register
Want to try out the pottery wheel? Now you can with this solo or date night event! Participant will make one small handbuilding project and one wheel thrown vessel. Choose your glaze and items will be ready for pick-up 3 weeks after event is held. Come on your own or bring a friend! Sip and…
The 22nd International Sea Glass Festival returns to the Museum’s Village Green for a vibrant two-day celebration of sea and beach glass, set against a classic coastal New England backdrop. Widely recognized as the nation’s premier event dedicated to authentic sea and beach glass, the festival brings together artists, collectors, experts, and enthusiasts from around…
In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks.…
