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River Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community arts organization based in Morrisville, Vermont with a mission to enrich the community through the arts. Our core operating value is Arts for Everyone, committed to making art accessible no matter race, gender expression, age, ability, or financial means.

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Upcoming River Arts Adult Programs

Program Calendar
Creative Circle CafΓ© - 01
Jan 4
Creative Circle CafΓ© - 01

Creative Circle CafΓ© is a monthly Sunday morning gathering for relaxed, exploratory making.

Drawing with Tone: Advanced Graphite Techniques
Jan 7
Drawing with Tone: Advanced Graphite Techniques

This course aims to empower students with a tonal approach to drawing using graphite pencil, enabling them to bring richness and depth to their artwork.

Paint & Sip | Owl About Winter
Jan 9
Paint & Sip | Owl About Winter

Embrace the quiet magic of winter with a cozy acrylic painting session!

Free‑Form Mandalas: Color, Symbol, and Self‑Expression
Jan 15
Free‑Form Mandalas: Color, Symbol, and Self‑Expression

This workshop is all about creating a mandala that’s uniquely yours.

Needle Felting 101 | Mixed-Media Fusion
Jan 29
Needle Felting 101 | Mixed-Media Fusion

Explore the playful side of needle felting with a focus on mixed-media creativity!

Creative Circle CafΓ© - 02
Feb 1
Creative Circle CafΓ© - 02

Creative Circle CafΓ© is a monthly Sunday morning gathering for relaxed, exploratory making.

Barn Quilt with Kristin Murphy
Feb 4
Barn Quilt with Kristin Murphy

Join local artist and teacher Kristin Murphy to create your very own barn quilt while exploring the historic roots.

MacramΓ© 101: Pixel Heart Wall Hanging
Feb 5
MacramΓ© 101: Pixel Heart Wall Hanging

Create a bold and modern fiber art piece in this beginner-friendly macramΓ© workshop.

Create Your Own Art Journal
Feb 7
Create Your Own Art Journal

A full-day workshop of playful paper-making, journal construction, and creative activation.

Creative Circle CafΓ© - 03
Mar 1
Creative Circle CafΓ© - 03

Creative Circle CafΓ© is a monthly Sunday morning gathering for relaxed, exploratory making.

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Upcoming River Arts Youth Programs

Youth programs
The River Arts school (Tuesday)
Jan 6
The River Arts school (Tuesday)
Kinder Arts | Move & Groove
Jan 7
Kinder Arts | Move & Groove
Kinder Arts | Big & Messy
Jan 7
Kinder Arts | Big & Messy
The River Arts school (Thursday)
Jan 8
The River Arts school (Thursday)
River Rock | Afterschool Music Program
Jan 14
River Rock | Afterschool Music Program
River Rock Winter Break Camp
Feb 23
River Rock Winter Break Camp
 

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✨ Give the Gift of Creativity This Winter ✨ Looking for a meaningful gift for friends, family, or yourself? This January and February, River Arts is offering inspiring art workshops that turn time together into something truly special. πŸŽπŸ’› Whether
πŸ‚πŸŽ¨ November–December in the Studio: A Story Worth Telling πŸŽ¨πŸ‚ As the days grew shorter and the light shifted, something special was happening inside the River Arts studio. Every Tuesday and Thursday, young artists arrived carrying their cu
✨ Drawing with Tone: Advanced Graphite Techniques ✨ πŸ–€ A 4-Week Intensive with Master Graphite Artist Mary Reilly Ready to take your drawing skills to the next level? Join us this January for a deep dive into super-realistic graphite drawing with ac
πŸŒ¨πŸ¦‰ Paint & Sip | Owl About Winter — NEW DATE! πŸ¦‰πŸŒ¨ Good news, art friends! Our cozy winter painting night has been rescheduled to January 9th, which means even more of you have a chance to sign up, unwind after the holidays, and create so
🎨🎸 Exciting Winter Programs for Kids at River Arts – Starting January! 🎸🎨 Looking for a fun, creative way to kick off the new year for your kids? River Arts in Morrisville has two amazing programs starting this January that are perfect for
πŸ“’ CLASS RESCHEDULED – Needle Felting 101 Just a quick note to let everyone know that tonight’s Needle Felting 101 class has been moved to next Thursday, December 11 due to unsafe driving conditions and the extremely cold weather. We apo
This Giving Tuesday, River Arts is raising funds to continue two powerful after-school programs that launched in 2025 and will grow even stronger in 2026 with your generous support: River Arts School and Art Across Borders. 🎨 River Arts School Youn
River Arts will be closed Wednesday, the 26th, through Sunday, the 29th. We wish you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🧑
 

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