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	February 2026
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2	3	4 Kids Designing Their Own Bedrooms & Playrooms Kids Designing Their Own Bedrooms & Playrooms February 4, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USA 🏡 Kids Designing Their Own Bedroom or Playroom! A 6-Week Interior Design Adventure for Young Creators In this imaginative six-week series, kids will design their very own dream space — whether it’s a cozy bedroom or a playful hangout! Guided by an educator with four years of drafting experience, students will explore the world of interior design step by step, learning both artistic and technical skills along the way. Kids will: Develop a presentation board that includes a floor plan drawn to scale on grid paper. Learn to draft wall elevations and assemble a color palette featuring wallpaper, window treatments, bedding, and flooring selections. Create a one-point perspective drawing to visualize their dream room. Explore sustainability by designing a planted “green” roof, selecting succulents and flowers in a 3D cross-section cutaway model. Experiment with chalk pastels, colored pencils, and air foam clay to bring their ideas to life. Conclude the series by crafting an abstract wall art piece using spray paint and silly string — a playful way to make their designs truly stand out! Throughout the course, young designers will gain hands-on experience in space planning, color theory, and sustainable design principles, blending creativity with real-world design concepts. To celebrate their achievements, families are invited to a Gallery Show on the final day, where students will proudly present their inspired interiors. Instructor: Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Diploma of Interior Design — Artist/Educator & Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice Ages: 7 & up Cost: $162 (all materials included) Dates: Wednesdays — Jan 14, 21, 28; Feb 4, 11, 18 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM See more details •	5 (s) Cartooning Woohoo! (s) Cartooning Woohoo! February 5, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:50 pm Springfield Plains Elementary, 8650 Holcomb Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48348, USA Kids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice. $65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.) Thursdays 1/22, 1/29, 1/5/, 1/12 3:50-5:20 See more details •	6 Heart Art Valentine Workshop Heart Art Valentine Workshop February 6, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Harvey-Swanson Elementary School, 209 Varsity Dr, Ortonville, MI 48462, USA Love is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included. See more details •	7	8
9	10	11 (p) Heart Art Valentine Workshop (p) Heart Art Valentine Workshop February 11, 2026 3:35 pm - 5:35 pm Pine Knob Elementary School, 6020 Sashabaw Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USA Love is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included. 3:35-5:35 Wednesday 2/11 See more details Kids Designing Their Own Bedrooms & Playrooms Kids Designing Their Own Bedrooms & Playrooms February 11, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USA 🏡 Kids Designing Their Own Bedroom or Playroom! A 6-Week Interior Design Adventure for Young Creators In this imaginative six-week series, kids will design their very own dream space — whether it’s a cozy bedroom or a playful hangout! Guided by an educator with four years of drafting experience, students will explore the world of interior design step by step, learning both artistic and technical skills along the way. Kids will: Develop a presentation board that includes a floor plan drawn to scale on grid paper. Learn to draft wall elevations and assemble a color palette featuring wallpaper, window treatments, bedding, and flooring selections. Create a one-point perspective drawing to visualize their dream room. Explore sustainability by designing a planted “green” roof, selecting succulents and flowers in a 3D cross-section cutaway model. Experiment with chalk pastels, colored pencils, and air foam clay to bring their ideas to life. Conclude the series by crafting an abstract wall art piece using spray paint and silly string — a playful way to make their designs truly stand out! Throughout the course, young designers will gain hands-on experience in space planning, color theory, and sustainable design principles, blending creativity with real-world design concepts. To celebrate their achievements, families are invited to a Gallery Show on the final day, where students will proudly present their inspired interiors. Instructor: Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Diploma of Interior Design — Artist/Educator & Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice Ages: 7 & up Cost: $162 (all materials included) Dates: Wednesdays — Jan 14, 21, 28; Feb 4, 11, 18 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM See more details • •	12 (s) Cartooning Woohoo! (s) Cartooning Woohoo! February 12, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:50 pm Springfield Plains Elementary, 8650 Holcomb Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48348, USA Kids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice. $65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.) Thursdays 1/22, 1/29, 1/5/, 1/12 3:50-5:20 See more details •	13	14	15
16 🎨 Ginormous Chalk Pastel Impressionist “Paintings” 🎨 Ginormous Chalk Pastel Impressionist “Paintings” February 16, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USA Let’s go for the WOW factor! Kids will get a kick out of creating art in a big way with these powerfully colorful, large-scale pastel creations. Inspired by the vibrant world of Impressionism, our young artists will explore bold color, expressive strokes, and glowing light effects as they make their own oversized “paintings” using soft chalk pastels on giant sheets of paper. By browsing a variety of visual references—from Monet’s gardens to Degas’ dancers and Van Gogh’s swirling skies—students will find an artist whose style sparks their imagination. Then, they’ll reinterpret that inspiration through their own unique creative lens! We’ll experiment with layering, blending, and smudging techniques to achieve those signature Impressionist textures, all while celebrating color and movement on a grand scale. At the end of class, families are invited to an Impressionist Gallery Walk, where every child’s luminous masterpiece will take center stage! Come ready to think big, dream in color, and make your mark—ginormously! Monday 2/16 9:00-noon Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $54(All materials included) Please bring a snack and water bottle, wear clothes that could use a splash of color. ;) Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. See more details •	17	18 (c) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog! (c) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog! February 18, 2026 3:35 pm - 5:05 pm Clarkston Elementary School, 6589 Waldon Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USA Does your child love Sonic and his high-speed adventures? This workshop is the perfect chance for kids to bring their favorite blue hero to life through art! Students will learn to draw, design, and add dynamic action to their own Sonic-inspired characters. With guided instruction and plenty of room for creativity, kids will explore bold colors, speedy poses, and imaginative backdrops that make their artwork zoom off the page. Let's not forget Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose, for where would Sonic be without his friends! At the end of the session, families are invited to a special Gallery Show where young artists will proudly showcase their creations. Parents will love seeing their child’s confidence grow as they share their artwork in a fun, celebratory setting. Give your child the chance to explore their creativity, build art skills, and have a blast in this fast-paced, creative adventure! Taught by Pamela Palmer artist/educator and founder of The Artist's Apprentice Ages 7 & up $30 (All materials included.) Wednesday 2/18 3:50 -5:50 See more details Kids Designing Their Own Bedrooms & Playrooms Kids Designing Their Own Bedrooms & Playrooms February 18, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USA 🏡 Kids Designing Their Own Bedroom or Playroom! A 6-Week Interior Design Adventure for Young Creators In this imaginative six-week series, kids will design their very own dream space — whether it’s a cozy bedroom or a playful hangout! Guided by an educator with four years of drafting experience, students will explore the world of interior design step by step, learning both artistic and technical skills along the way. Kids will: Develop a presentation board that includes a floor plan drawn to scale on grid paper. Learn to draft wall elevations and assemble a color palette featuring wallpaper, window treatments, bedding, and flooring selections. Create a one-point perspective drawing to visualize their dream room. Explore sustainability by designing a planted “green” roof, selecting succulents and flowers in a 3D cross-section cutaway model. Experiment with chalk pastels, colored pencils, and air foam clay to bring their ideas to life. Conclude the series by crafting an abstract wall art piece using spray paint and silly string — a playful way to make their designs truly stand out! Throughout the course, young designers will gain hands-on experience in space planning, color theory, and sustainable design principles, blending creativity with real-world design concepts. To celebrate their achievements, families are invited to a Gallery Show on the final day, where students will proudly present their inspired interiors. Instructor: Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Diploma of Interior Design — Artist/Educator & Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice Ages: 7 & up Cost: $162 (all materials included) Dates: Wednesdays — Jan 14, 21, 28; Feb 4, 11, 18 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM See more details • •	19 (n) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog! (n) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog! February 19, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:50 pm North Sashabaw Elementary School, 5290 Maybee Rd, Independence Township, MI 48346, USA Does your child love Sonic and his high-speed adventures? This workshop is the perfect chance for kids to bring their favorite blue hero to life through art! Students will learn to draw, design, and add dynamic action to their own Sonic-inspired characters. With guided instruction and plenty of room for creativity, kids will explore bold colors, speedy poses, and imaginative backdrops that make their artwork zoom off the page. Let's not forget Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose, for where would Sonic be without his friends! At the end of the session, families are invited to a special Gallery Show where young artists will proudly showcase their creations. Parents will love seeing their child’s confidence grow as they share their artwork in a fun, celebratory setting. Give your child the chance to explore their creativity, build art skills, and have a blast in this fast-paced, creative adventure! Taught by Pamela Palmer artist/educator and founder of The Artist's Apprentice Ages 7 & up $30 (All materials included.) Wednesday 2/18 3:50 -5:50 See more details •	20 (b) Cartooning Woohoo! (b) Cartooning Woohoo! February 20, 2026 Bailey Lake Elementary School, 8051 Pine Knob Rd, Independence Township, MI 48348, USA Kids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. In this 4 week session we will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice. $65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.) Fridays 1/23, 1/30, 1/6, 1/13 3:50-5:20 See more details •	21 Penny 1st Birthday Penny 1st Birthday February 21, 2026 See more details •	22
23 https://www.naplesgarden.org/events/2026-02-23/ https://www.naplesgarden.org/events/2026-02-23/ February 23, 2026 See more details •	24	25	26	27	28