letter from leslie
To paraphrase Tom Hanks in my favorite movie, “Don’t you love the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address.”
Like many parents, I’ve started back-to-school planning and shopping for sharpened pencils and scheduling fall activities. That’s why I’m so excited to share that CCAC has more After School opportunities than ever before. We have After School Art in the MakeShop and After School Dance in partnership with Mutual Dance Company. Plus, we’re introducing a couple of After School Theater classes this year, too!
School isn’t the only thing returning this fall. You can buy season tickets for the twelfth season of Sunset Salons at a discount. The series starts September 17 with a conversation about AI with a surprising member of the panel — ChatGPT. And join us on September 8 for the first Second Sunday Showtime performance in over four years. The lineup for this free, family friendly series includes Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Children’s Theater of Cincinnati, and the Cultural Center of India among others.
If crisp fall evenings are your favorite part of the season, be sure to reserve your place at an upcoming Carpool Cinema showing or a free concert at The Rooftop Sessions on CCAC’s unique rooftop terrace.
There’s much to be excited about this fall at CCAC. I encourage you to read through this guide to find out what you like best, and come spend time with us soon.
P.S. The last day to submit your artwork for The Golden Ticket is September 23. Don’t miss out! Visit cliftonculturalarts.org/goldenticket to learn more and submit.
events
Weekdays | 6:00 – 7:30 pm CCAC
$10 in advance
$12 at the door
$40 for season pass
Sundays | 2:00 pm CCAC
FREE (suggested donation of $10)
Thursdays | 4:30 – 6:30 pm
263 Calhoun St
FREE
Sunset Salons
Ask the burning questions you have about everyday topics. Our evenings of casual discovery will leave you equal parts enlightened and delighted. We provide the experts — you provide the conversation.
Sep 17 – AI
Nov 13 – Film
Jan 21 – Coffee
Mar 18 – Bad@#$ Women of Cincinnati History
May 20 – Authors
2nd Sunday Showtime
Lively, family-focused theater and cultural performances.
Sep 8 — A Taste of India
Oct 13 — A Pirate-y Peter Pan
Nov 10 — Rhythms of Our Land
Dec 8 — CSO Holiday Concert
Jan 12 — A Taste of Ireland
Feb 9 — Circus Youth in Action
Mar 9 — Marionette Variety Show
Apr 13 — Alice in the Hundred Acre Wood
Live@ U-Square
Each week, live bands play free concerts nestled between the University of Cincinnati’s campus and surrounding restaurants and bars so you can experience the ultimate unwind.
Aug 29 — Anna Applegate
Sep 5 — The Ouizards
Sep 12 — Rachel Louise
Sep 19 — The Twi-lites
Tickets on sale now at cliftonculturalarts.org
Aug 20 – 22 | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm 263 Calhoun St
FREE
events
Move In and Groovin’
Just in time to welcome students back to UC, take a break from unpacking your dorm room and enjoy some live tunes at the grassy circle of U-Square.
Aug 20 — Jess Lamb & The Factory
Aug 21 — D.J. BB Hutch
Aug 22 — Indy Gorgeous Club
Thursdays | 6:30 – 8:30 pm CCAC
FREE | pre-pay $10 towoard bar tab to reserve spot
The
Rooftop Sessions
Step onto The Rooftop for intimate and relaxing concerts at sunset. CCAC’s stocked bar, a lineup of talented local musicians, and a venue like no other are all you need to take your Thursday evenings to the top.
Sep 5 — Jess Lamb
Sep 12 — Muwosi
Sep 19 — Daven Roberson Trio
Sep 26 — Annie D
Oct 3 — Colin Palmieri Quartet
Oct 10 — The Faux Frenchmen
Saturdays | 11:00 am/1:00 pm CCAC
$10 general admission children under 1 are FREE
Madcap Puppets
Leap into a world of laughter and imagination. Madcap Puppets is nationally recognized for its original puppet productions that delight audiences of all ages.
Oct 19 – Monsters of Baseball
Nov 30 – Nutcracker
events
Saturdays | 7:00 pm
320 McAlpin Ave
FREE | pre-pay $5 toward concessions to reserve spot
Carpool Cinema
Drive up and enjoy an outdoor movie with us. Pop open the lift gate or bring out the lawn chairs for cinema that’s good for the whole family.
Oct 5
Oct 12
Oct 26*
*Show up early on Oct 26 to take part in CRC’s Halloween Carnival. (Separate ticket required.)
Fri, Nov 16 | 8:00 pm CCAC
$15 in advance $18 at the door
Comedy Show
Cincinnati’s own improv comedy troupe returns to CCAC for an evening of unscripted fun! Join us for a show filled with quick with, groan-worthy puns, and plenty of laughs.
Sat, Dec 7 | 11:00 am CCAC FREE
Student Recital & Community Potluck
Come together with neighbors and friends to break bread and share stories. During lunch, we’ll enjoy performances by CCAC’s music, dance, theater, and art students and celebrate their hard work this semester.
Tickets on sale now at cliftonculturalarts.org
exhibits
CCAC
3412 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati OH 45220
FotoFocus Generations
Sep 27 – Oct 30
A photograpy exhibition investigating how we mark time and how the currents of social ideas and cultures shift.
Camper Creations
Sep 2 – Oct 4 (Rawson Woods, 3721 Middleton Ave)
Discover the vibrant creativity of the young artists at the heart of our community in this al fresco exhibit.
The Golden Ticket
Nov 8 - Dec 6
This annual juried exhibition, presented by Summerfair Cincinnati, showcases diverse, talented artists living or working within a 25-mile radius of CCAC.
Oil and Dust – Paul Loehle
Dec 13 - Jan 3
Winner of The Golden Ticket in 2023, Paul Loehle shares a series of breathtaking oil paintings.
Calhoun Gallery
Ongoing (206 Calhoun St)
A rotating display of local artists visible 24 hours a day.
education
Open Studio at the CCAC MakeShop
CCAC’s MakeShop is open for self-guided exploration. Each month, we’ll have instructions and materials for several free, family-friendly projects that you can create at your own pace. Or talk to our helpful staff about using the space for your own creative endeavors using our 3D printers, kilns, and more.
Ages: All Ages (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult)
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:00 – 8:00 pm / Wednesdays | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm / Saturdays | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Instructor: self-guided
Kids and Families
DANCE
After School Dance: Ballet/ Creative Movement
Learn the form and structure of ballet while enjoying the freedom and expression of modern dance.
Ages: Grades K-1
Session: Thu, Sep 5 – May 8 (32 weeks) |
4:55 - 5:40 pm
Cost: $62/month
Instructor: Mutual Dance Theatre
After School Dance: Ballet
Learn the form and vocabulary of tradition ballet by focusing on strength, coordination, and grace.
Ages: Grades 2-4
Session: Thu, Sep 5 – May 8 (32 weeks) | 4:10 – 4:55 pm
Cost: $62/month
Instructor: Mutual Dance Theatre
After School Dance: Ballet/ Creative Movement
Learn the form and structure of ballet while enjoying the freedom and expression of modern dance.
Ages: PreK
Session: Tue/Thu, Sep 3 – May 6 (32 weeks) | 3:00 - 3:45 pm
Cost: $62/month
Instructor: Mutual Dance Theatre
After School Dance: Ballet/ Creative Movement
Learn the form and structure of ballet while enjoying the freedom and expression of modern dance.
Ages: Grades K-1
Session: Tue, Sep 3 – May 6 (32 weeks) | 4:10 – 4:55 pm
Cost: $62/month
Instructor: Mutual Dance Theatre
After School Dance: Modern
Learn the joy of movement and how dance gives you the freedom and power to express yourself.
Ages: Grades 2-3
Session: Tue, Sep 3 – May 6 (32 weeks) | 4:55 – 5:35 pm
Cost: $57/month
Instructor: Mutual Dance Theatre
After School Dance: Modern
Learn the joy of movement and how dance gives you the freedom and power to express yourself.
Ages: Grades 4-5
Session: Tue, Sep 3 – May 6 (32 weeks) | 5:35 – 6:15 pm
Cost: $57/month
Instructor: Mutual Dance Theatre
MUSIC
Musikgarten: Cycle of Seasons
Celebrate your preschooler’s growing independence with music activities involving the four seasons.
Ages: 3 - 5 with a grown-up
Session: Wed/Fri, Sep 4 – 27 / Oct 2 – 25 / Oct 30 – Nov 22 (4 weeks) | 11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost: $15/class | $52/4-week session
Instructor: Shea Haney
Musikgarten: Family Music for Babies
Foster healthy development by naturally drawing your child to music through song and movement.
Ages: newborn - 18 months with a grown-up
Session: Wed/Fri, Sep 4 – 27 / Oct 2 – 25 / Oct 30 – Nov 22 (4 weeks) | 9:30 – 10:00 am
Cost: $15/class | $52/ 4-week session
Instructor: Shea Haney
Musikgarten: Family Music for Toddlers
Sing, dance, and play with your toddler as they receive a great introduction to music lessons.
Ages: 16 months – 3 ½ years with a grown-up
Session: Wed/Fri, Sep 4 – 27 / Oct 2 – 25 / Oct 30 – Nov 22 (4 weeks) | 10:15 – 10:45 am
Cost: $15/class | $52/4-week session
Instructor: Shea Haney
VISUAL ARTS
Family Workshop
Have fun as a family creating one-of-akind art pieces and lasting memories.
Ages: 4+ with a grown-up Session: second Saturday of the month | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $40/family
(bring as many kids or adults as you like)
Instructor: varies
Sep 14 – Simple Sewing Oct 12 – Collaborative Canvas Nov 9 – Name Collage
Dec 14 – Holiday Bottle Buddies
VISUAL ARTS
Art + Tales
Read a different picture book each week, then make art inspired by that week’s story.
Ages: 2-4 with a grown-up
Session: Tue, Sep 10 – Dec 10 | 9:30 - 10:00 am
Cost: FREE (suggested donation of $5/class)
Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
Sep 10 – Nobody Hugs a Cactus by Carter Goodrich
Sep 17 – Some Bugs by Angela DiTerlizzi
Sep 24 – Leaves by David Ezra Stein
Oct 1 – Donut Chef by Bob Staake
Oct 8 – The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Manus Pinkwater
Oct 15 – Sophie’s Squash by Pat Zietlow Miller
Oct 22 – Hi, Cat! by Ezra Jack Keats
Oct 29 – Ghosts in the House by Kazuno Kohara
Nov 5 – Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett
Nov 12 – Potato Pants! by Laurie Keller
Nov 19 – Thank You, Omu by Oge Mora
Dec 3 – Elmer by David McKee
Dec 10 – Little Penguins by Cynthia Rylant
After School Art
Young artists stretch their creativity, exploring a variety of art forms and projects in a comfortable and social environment.
Ages: Grades K-6
Session: Tue/Thu, Sep 3 – Dec 20 (14 weeks) | 3:00 – 4:00 pm / 4:10 – 5:10 pm
Cost: $225/student
Instructor: Melinda Welch
Children’s Intro to Drawing
Lay the foundation for all art forms by working on drawing exercises that will help develop a life-long habit.
Ages: 8-12
Session: Wed, Sep 4 – Nov 6 (10 weeks) | 4:00 – 5:15 pm
Cost: $190/session
Instructor: Melinda Welch
Children’s Intro to Printmaking
Explore the many ways to make a print and break down the fundamentals of art and creativity.
Ages: 6 – 12
Session: Sat, Sep 7 – 14 (2 weeks) | 12:30 – 2:30 pm
Cost: $75/student
Instructor: Lia Cavalaris
Children’s Intro to Sewing
Discover how creativity can transform everyday objects by constructing a classic sock monkey!
Ages: 6 – 12
Session: Sat, Nov 30 (1 day) | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $50/student
Instructor: Lia Cavalaris
Homeschool Art
Add creative exercises to your home curriculum, exploring a variety of art forms to stretch your young one’s imagination.
Ages: all ages
Session: Wed, Sep 4 – Nov 20 (12 weeks) | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Cost: $180/session
Instructor: Melinda Welch
PreK Art
Little ones will work on creative projects and explore ways to express their imagination in a social environment.
Ages: 3 – 5
Session: Sat, Sep 6 – Nov 22 (12 weeks) | 9:00 – 9:30 am
Cost: $150/student
Instructor: Melinda Welch
School’s Out Art Camp
When CPS has the day off, CCAC is on it! Send your child to have a creative time filled with art projects and socializing.
Ages: Grades K – 6
Session: Mon, Sep 23 / Thu, Oct 3 / Tue, Nov 5 / Mon, Nov 11 (1 day) | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $50/day
Instructor: varies
Winter Break Art Camp
Your child will spend their week away from school expressing themselves creatively and laughing with friends.
Ages: Grades K-6
Session: Mon, Dec 30 – Fri, Jan 3 (no class 1/1) | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cost: $200/student
Instructor: varies
THEATER
After School Theater: Acting Adventure
Use imagination to go on wacky adventures, building focus and activating their bodies and voices.
Ages: 6 – 8
Session: Tue, Sep 3 – Oct 22 (8 weeks) | 3:00 – 3:50 pm
Cost: $120/student
Instructor: Mimi Richmond and Russell White
After School Theater: The Acting Lab
Use the actor’s tools (body, voice, imagination, cooperation) to venture into the world of improvisation.
Ages: 9 – 11
Session: Tue, Sep 3 – Oct 22 (8 weeks) | 4:10 – 5:00 pm
Cost: $120/student
Instructor: Mimi Richmond and Russell White
Costumes and Cosplay
Build a costume based on a favorite character, culminating in a special presentation on the final day.
Ages: 7 – 10
Session: Wed, Oct 2 – 30 (5 weeks) | 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Cost: $125/student
Instructor: Priscilla Oehlschlaeger
Play + Tales
Learn the power of pretend by acting out an original story each session and becoming a Story-Builder.
Ages: Ages 2-4 with a grown-up
Session: first Thursday of the month, Sep 5 / Oct 3 / Nov 7 / Dec 5 | 9:30 - 10:00 am
Cost: FREE (suggested donation of $5/ class)
Instructor: Russell White
PreK Theater
Play creative movement games, listen to picture books, and act out the stories with new acting buddies.
Ages: 3 – 5
Session: Tue, Sep 10 – Oct 15 (6 weeks) | 10:15 – 10:45 am
Cost: $60/student
Instructor: Mimi Richmond and Russell White
Cookie Decorating
Beginning cookiers have fun decorating custom themed cookies each month with guided instruction.
Ages: 8+
Session: select Saturdays, Sep 7 / Oct 26 / Nov 16 / Dec 21 | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Cost: $50/adult | $35/child
Instructor: Jenae’ Criswell
Seminario: Tu Álbum Musical como Auto-Cuidado
Aprenda a crear su lista de reproducción personal como forma de autoexpresión, liberación emocional y gestión del estrés.
Edades: 13+
Sesión: Sáb, Oct 12 (1 día) | 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Costo: $25/sesión
Instructor: Carolina Castaño
Your Self-Care Playlist Workshop
Learn how to create your personal playlist as a form of self-expression, emotional release, and stress management.
Ages: 13+
Session: Sat, Dec 14 (1 day) | 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Cost: $25/session
Instructor: Carolina Castaño
DANCE
Advanced Beginner Tap
Expand upon the basic tap steps that you know by adding paddles and riffs to your repertoire.
Ages: 16+
Session: Sat, Sep 7 – Oct 19 (5 weeks) / Oct 26 – Nov 30 (6 weeks) | 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Cost: $65/5-week session | $78/6-week session
Instructor: Gloria Esenwein
Holiday Tap Blast
Join a short holiday session designed to keep your tap skills sharp!
Ages: 16+
Session: Sat, Dec 7 – 21 (3 weeks) | 10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $39/session
Instructor: Gloria Esenwein
Intermediate/Advanced Tap
Pick up the speed by improving your tap technique and musicality of this percussive American art.
Ages: 16+
Session: Sat, Sep 7 – Oct 19 (5 weeks) / Oct 26 – Nov 30 (6 weeks) | 10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $65/5-week session | $78/6-week session
Instructor: Gloria Esenwein
International Folk Dancing
Join a group of friendly folks who have fun dancing traditional dances from around the world.
Ages: 18+
Session: every Thursday | 7:15 - 9:15 pm
Cost: $5/class
Instructor: varies
Salsa Dancing
Keep in shape and meet new people with this fun dance class. No partner required!
Ages: 18+
Session: Tue/Wed, Sep 3 – 25 / Oct 1 – 23 / Oct 29 – Nov 20 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm / 8:00 – 9:30 pm
Cost: $110/session
Instructor: Salsannati
Street Dance
Explore the most popular Street Dance styles, learning fundamental moves like popping and locking.
Ages: 13+
Session: every Monday | 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Cost: $15/class | $50/monthly pass
Instructor: Heroes Rise Street Dance Academy
Swing Dance Foundations
Get swing dancing quickly in a flexible and friendly environment, learning the idioms of Jitterbug, Lindy Hop, Charleston and more.
Ages: 18+
Session: Tue, Sep 3 – Dec 17 (16 weeks) | 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Cost: $12/class | $90/monthly pass
Instructor: Joel Domoe of SupermurgaNati
West African Dance
Join an energetic class with live drumming! Learn traditional Guinean dances and modern styles.
Ages: 12+
Session: every Monday | 6:00 – 7:15 pm
Cost: $12/class | $40/monthly pass
Instructor: Naimah Sams
MUSIC
New Horizons Orchestra
Build technique by making joyful music in a string orchestra for those with a few years’ experience.
Ages: 50+
Session: Wed, Sep 4 – Dec 11 (14 weeks) | 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Cost: $170/session
Instructor: BettyAnne Gottlieb
Drum Class
No experience necessary for this friendly drumming group. If you can count to 2, you can play Samba.
Ages: 13+
Session: every Thursday | 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Cost: Pay-what-you-can (suggested donation of $10)
Instructor: Queen City Samba
VISUAL ARTS
3D Embroidery
Learn a series of 3D embroidery stitches to create a miniature succulent gargen using nothing but a needle and thread.
Ages: 13+
Session: Thu, Oct 3 – 24 (4 weeks) |
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost: $130/session
Instructor: Abby Langdon
Abstract Drawing
Learn about shape and color while deepening your understanding of visual language and yourself.
Ages: 18+
Session: Mon, Sep 30 – Oct 28 (5 weeks) |
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $150/session
Instructor: Deb Brod
CCAC @ the Library: Head Start Crochet
This crochet class for beginners will start students learning from a pre-made swatch to learn how to single crochet.
Ages: Adults
Session: Tue, Sept 17 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Northside) / Tue, Sep 10 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm (Bond Hill) / Thu, Sep 12 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm (Maderia)
Cost: FREE
Instructor: Karen Anderson
Crafts & Cocktails
Craft a unique piece of art while enjoying the evening’s signature cocktail (or any other drink).
21+
Session: third Friday of each month | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $30/student (includes 1 drink)
Instructor: Melinda Welch / LD Nehls
— Alcohol Ink & Aperol Spritz — Gelli Printing & Jello Shots – Mosaics & Margaritas – Raku & Wassail
CCAC @ the Library: Collage
Combine a variety of different art materials into one creative collaged masterpiece!
Ages: Adults
Session: Thu, Sep 5 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Oakley) / Thu, Sep 12 6:30 – 7:30 pm (Harrison) / Tue, Sep 17 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm (Greenhills)
Cost: FREE
Instructor: Melinda Welch
CCAC @ the Library: Junk Art Cards
With junk art, anything goes, and there are never any mistakes! Students will leave class with 1-2 junk art cards.
Ages: Adults
Session: Mon, Sep 16 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm (Downtown Main Branch) / Tue, Sept 24 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (Anderson) / Wed, Sep 25 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Mt. Washington)
Cost: FREE
Instructor: Jenny Caffery
FIBER SAMPLER
CCAC @ the Library: Visible Mending
Learn the art of repairing your clothing and textiles by highlighting the imperfections instead of hiding them.
Ages: Adults
Session: Mon, Sep 9 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Madisonville) / Tue, Sep 10 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Mt. Healthy) / Mon, Sep 16 | 6:00 –7:00 pm (Westwood)
Cost: FREE
Instructor: Abby Langdon
Clay: Hand Building
Learn techniques for hand building like slump molds and coils by working on a new project each month.
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Nov 4 – 18 / Dec 2 – 16 (3 weeks) | 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Cost: $125/session + $25 supply fee
Instructor: Melinda Welch
Each month of 2024, explore a new aspect of Fiber Art.
Visible Mending
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Sep 9 – 30 (4 weeks) | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $100/student + supplies fee of $10
Instructor: Karen Anderson
Paper & Book Making
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Oct 2 – 23 ( 4 weeks) | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost: $100/student + supplies fee of $20
Instructor: Kelli Gleiner
Card Weaving
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Nov 4 – 25 (4 weeks) | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $100/student + supplies fee of $10
Instructor: Karen Anderson
Fiber Sculpture Ornaments
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Dec 2 – 16 (3 weeks) |
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $75/student + supplies fee of $10
Instructor: Judy Dominic
Cyanotypes Workshop
Create stunning prints that are transformed by sunlight using fabric, paper, and clay.
Ages: 16+
Session: Thu, Sep 12 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm / Fri, Sep 27 (1 day) | 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Cost: $40/session
Instructor: Melinda Welch
Drawing Water
Meet in local parks to draw water’s movement, reflections, and color in your chosen medium
Ages: 18+
Session: Wed, Sep 11 – Oct 9 (5 weeks) | 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Cost: $150/session
Instructor: Deb Brod
Linography: Relief Printmaking
Learn the fundamentals of relief printing working with linocuts on both paper and fabric.
Ages: 18+
Session: Wed, Oct 2 – 23 (4 weeks) | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost: $150/session
Instructor: Lia Cavalaris
Stained Glass
Take time to learn the craft of stained glass and perfecting a colorful work of your own.
Ages: 14+
Session: Wed, Sep 4 – 25 (4 weeks) | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Cost: $150/student
Instructor: Kerri Bram
Stained Glass Workshop
Create a stained glass suncatcher in this fast-paced immersive workshop.
Ages: 14+
Session: Wed, Oct 30 / Nov 20 / Dec 18 (1 day) | 6:00 – 9:30 pm // Sat, Oct 19 / Nov 9 / Dec 14 | 12:30 – 4:00 pm
Cost: $60/session
Instructor: Kerri Bram
Stamp-Making Workshop
Create a set of hand stamped cards out of your own hand carved stamps. Beginner friendly!
Ages: 16+
Session: Sat, Dec 7 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $50/student
Instructor: Lia Cavalaris
Teen Screen Printing
Dive into the exciting world of screen printing adding your own designs to both fabric and paper.
Ages: 13 – 18
Session: Tue, Nov 5 – 19 (3 weeks) | 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Cost: $115/session
Instructor: Lia Cavalaris
WELLNESS
AfroBeat Workout
Combine the dynamic music of Africa with a full-body workout to add cultural flair to your routine.
Ages: 14+
Session: every Thursday | 6:00 - 7:00 pm / Every Saturday | 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Cost: $20/class | $108/6-class pass |
$204/12-class pass
Instructor: Basko
Yoga in the Gallery
Connect with your creativity by practicing mindful movements and meditation surrounded by art. (Timed to coincide with the Generations exhibit.)
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Oct 9 – 30 (4 weeks) | 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $18/class | $60/4-class pass
Instructor: World Peace Yoga
Rooftop Sunset Yoga
Connect with nature by practicing mindful movements and meditation while watching the sunset.
Ages: 16+
Session: Mon, Sep 9 – 30 (4 weeks) | 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $18/class | $60/4-class pass
Instructor: World Peace Yoga
Nia Technique
Practice a holistic fitness program that incorporates aspects of dance, martial arts, and yoga.
Ages: Adult
Session: every Tuesday / Thursday | 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Cost: $10/class | $80/10-class pass | $140/20-class pass
Instructor: Uma Sivaprasad and Mary Singler
Pilates
Strengthen your core by practicing this fullbody workout that balances flexibility and strength.
Ages: Adult
Session: every Monday / Friday | 9:00 - 10:00 am // Every Thursday | 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Cost: $10/class | $80/10-class pass
Instructor: Barbara Sferra
Tai Chi
Improve health and wellbeing by exploring this meditative Chinese martial art that is a great form of exercise.
Ages: 18+
Session: every Friday | 10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $5/class
Instructor: Alice Porter
“Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind & spirit.”
Focus on the basic forms of traditional Yang style tai chi and in particular the 8-step short form, moving gradually to the longer 16
Oct 29 – Dec 18 (8 weeks) | 9:00 – 10:15 am
$5/class | $40/8-week session
Get a great aerobic workout when you practice this Latin-inspired dance exercise
every Saturday | 10:00 - 11:00 am
$9/class | $70/10-class pass
Crafting a Narrative Workshop
Dive into character development and narrative construction, learning how storytelling shapes our personal narrative.
Sat, Sep 14 (1 day) | 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Creative Writing
Participate in collaborative writing exercises that grow confidence and explore your creative ideas.
Ages: 18+
Session: Tue, Oct 8 – 29 (4 weeks) | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Cost: $20/class | $70/4-week session
Instructor: Sally Sheehan
Seminario: Creando Historias como Expresión Personal
Inmersión en el desarrollo de personajes y la construcción narrativa, aprendiendo cómo la narración de historias configura nuestra narrativa personal.
Edades: 13+
Sesión: Sáb, Nov 9 (1 día) | 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Costo: $25/sesión
Instructor: Carolina Castaño
On Becoming an Author: Writers’ Retreat
Change your view on becoming an author by learning best practices and engaging in group discussions.
Ages: 18+
Session: Sat, Sep 7 / Oct 19 / Nov 16 / Dec 14 (1 day) | 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Cost: $150/session
Instructor: Victor Vélez
Eat together. Learn together. Create together.
Free, monthly meal and STEM+Arts class open to all third and fourth graders enrolled at CPS elementary schools. Visit cliftonculturalarts.org/BOA to learn more.
“If you wish to be a writer, write.”
personal lessons
Individual Guitar Lessons
Learn classical guitar technique while focusing on student-driven musical selections.
Ages: Ages 5+
Session: by appointment
Cost: $20 – $40/session
Instructor: Manuel Susarret
Individual Piano Lessons
Learn theory and musicianship as you study the building blocks of piano.
Ages: Ages 5+
Session: by appointment
Cost: $27/½ hour
Instructor: Annie Burton
Individual Trombone Lessons
High school students can learn to play the trombone. Open to beginners to serious players and instruments are available for use.
Ages: 13 – 18
Session: by appointment
Cost: Fair Share Pricing
Instructor: Brian Fowler
Individual Ukulele Lessons
Learn basic technique and songs for the ukulele in individual and group learning experiences.
Ages: Ages 5+
Session: by appointment
Cost: $20 – $40/session
Instructor: Manuel Susarret
Individual Voice Lessons
Study singing in a fun, stress-free environment while receiving lessons in many genres.
Ages: Ages 9+
Session: by appointment
Cost: $27/½ hour
Instructor: Annie Burton
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The Clifton Cultural Arts Center depends on the generosity of community members like you to make our work possible. Consider making a monthly gift to keep our programming free and low-cost for all!
Visit cliftonculturalarts.org/donate to learn more.
Generous support of our education programs from:
Eleanora C.U. Alms Trust, Fifth Third Bank, N.A., Trustee
Christ Church Cathedral
Gerald H Fitzgerald Scholarship Fund
Matinée Musicale Endowment Fund
Schroth Family Charitable Trust
Woodward Trust
...and donors like you.
