Community Programs are a great way to connect!
Socialize in a group with a common interest of creating beautiful art.
Classes are open to the public and held at a variety of locations.
Fueling Creativity Through Partnerships
Community Programs are proudly sponsored by Marathon Petroleum Corporation
UPCOMING COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Classes are step-by-step instruction ensuring participants are successful and having a great time!
RSVP is required, details listed in each class’s details
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
All Programming must be registered for ahead of time.
A minimum of 5 students is necessary to hold class.
If you can no longer attend a class you've registered for, please let us know as soon as possible. 48-hour notice is required for a refund.
Registrations may be transferrable to other dates and people, but please give us at least 24 hour notice.
UPCOMING CLASSES:
Click the name of each class below for registration!
painting classes
Join us for a painting class designed for all ages and abilities! Your instructor will take you step-by-step through the painting process, making this achievable for everyone in the room - whether you're a seasoned pro or never picked up a paint brush in your life.
Leipsic Community Center Painting Class
-All ages, $15/participant
-Register with the Leipsic Community Center
- 1st Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
EXTRA SPECIAL classes At the ama studio
2026 Paint & Plant with Oh Happy Rea Plant Shop (At AMA)
Paint terra cotta pots with Awakening Minds - your AMA instructor is there to guide you! Then pick your plant, learn about proper planting and growing tips, add premium soil, and plant inside your brand new pot! Oh Happy Rea Plant Shop will answer your plant growing questions!
$30/participant - This class includes:
Paint, 3 inch pot, & tools
Ideas & instruction
Plant of choice
Premium soil & potting tools
Plant expertise
October 22, 6:30-8pm
Watermelon Painting with Positive Nutrition by Paige
Join us for a fun and creative evening at Awakening Minds Art as we paint watercolor watermelons in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting that’s perfect for all skill levels. Whether you bring your little one or come enjoy a creative night out on your own, this event is designed to be easy, enjoyable, and welcoming.
Friday, August 14 from 5:30–7:00 PM at Awakening Minds Art
$15 per person. All painting materials and guided instruction are included, along with fresh summer snacks provided by Positive Nutrition by Paige, including fruit salsa and veggie pinwheels.
World Palette: Art, Storytelling, & Community- 13 years + and adults
What if art could connect us to cultures and stories from around the world?
World Palette: Art, Storytelling, and Community is a creative workshop experience inspired by global cultures, storytelling, and artistic traditions.
Participants will then create guided paintings and mixed-media artwork inspired by the themes, colors, symbols, and artistic styles explored during the session.
No art experience is needed — just curiosity and creativity.
$5 per session
September 7, 15, 21, and 29 - sign up for one or all of them!
AMA IN THE COMMUNITY
Find Awakening Minds Art in local businesses and agencies who support art accessibility! These classes are open to the public. However, pre-registration is almost always required.
Contact the location host for registration!
We partner with the following places for Community Programs. Not all are regularly occurring.
50 North, Baker’s Cafe, Brewing Green, Children’s Museum of Findlay, False Chord Brewing, Hancock Hotel, Gillig Winery, Leipsic Community Center, The Lifting Lab, Oh Happy Rea, Reading Grounds
Do you have an idea for a partnership opportunity? Have you been waiting and waiting to see us back at a certain location?
Please connect with us!
Free Classes for Individuals with Parkinson’s & their Caregivers & Friends -Funded by the Hancock County Parkinson’s Network.
This event is a free, 1-hour guided art class for individuals with Parkinson’s and their support network.
Participants will use painting and clay to exercise fine motor skills, reduce stress, and connect with others. Open to anyone living with Parkinson’s, along with caregivers, family, friends, and neighbors. No art experience required.
Register with the location host.
AT 50 NORTH: 9-10am
AT YOUR FACILITY:
Are you or a loved one part of a support group or senior facility? We can come to you! Contact Inci at Inci@awakeningmindsart.org for more details.
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Brewing Green in Bowling Green: Sippin’ & Painting
-Contact Brewery to RSVP (Facebook page)
-Every 3rd Tuesday, 6pm
Register through 50 North. Find programming information in The Navigator
Every 4th Monday at 10am
False Chord Brewing: Painting with Pints
— Classes begin again in October
Register with False Chord
Gillig Winery: Wine, Dine, & Design
6:30-8pm
Stay tuned for upcoming classes
Stay tuned for more inspirations!