Featured Events

Upcoming Events and Classes

Wheel Throwing Course for Beginners

July 22nd – August 12th

Unlock a new love for ceramics with professional instruction by Sarah Shirk! This 4-week course is great for beginners to learn wheel-throwing methods in a supportive environment. Materials such as clay and glaze are provided with course fee.

Pottery Pets Two-Day Workshop

July 24th & July 31st

Purrfect pottery session for youth! Learn from professional instructor, Sarah Shirk, on hand building techniques great for elementary and middle school ages. Participants will learn how to glaze and make multiple pieces. Course fee covers all materials.

Date Night Pottery Workshop

July 25th

Join Sarah Shirk for a fun, hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll design and craft your very own hand-built mug! Surprise your significant other or enjoy a girl’s night – no experience needed. Pieces will be available for pick up one week after the class. Course fee covers all materials.

Patio Party Series

July 31st

Spend summer evenings at Ella Sharp Museum for our Patio Party Series! Kick back with live music, food, drinks, and fun with your community from 4-7pm.

Date Night Pottery Workshop

August 8th

Join Sarah Shirk for a fun, hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll design and craft your very own hand-built mug! Surprise your significant other or enjoy a girl’s night – no experience needed. Pieces will be available for pick up one week after the class. Course fee covers all materials.

Patio Party Series

Sept 18th

Spend summer evenings at Ella Sharp Museum for our Patio Party Series! Kick back with live music, food, drinks, and fun with your community from 4-7pm.


Keep an Eye Out for:

  • Thursday, August 7th – Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
  • Saturday, August 9th – Sensory Friendly Event with Mid-Michigan Autism Association
  • Wednesday, September 17th – 40 Years in the Hood: School Field Trip Day
  • Saturday, September 27th – Fall Festival
  • Thursday, October 2nd – Doug Jones Private Reception
  • Saturday, October 18th – Halloween on Farmlane
  • Friday, November 28th – JCAA Artist Market
  • Saturday, December 6th – JCHS Civil War Living Quarters
  • Saturday, December 13th – Christmas on Farmlane