Calendar
- October 2, 2026
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First Friday
October 2, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USA
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- October 3, 2026
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- October 4, 2026
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- October 5, 2026
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Mindful Writing (Zoom)
October 5, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
https://writereflectshine.bigcartel.com/product/monday-morning-mindful-writing
Begin your week with intention and reflection. These sessions include guided meditation and breath, writing and storytelling. You will leave each week with a mantra to carry you through the rest of your week and will receive a weekly check-in email to help support you with personal intentions and goals.
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- October 7, 2026
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Mini Makers Art Playdates
October 7, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us for fun Art playdates at The Makery!
Mini Makers aged 2 - 7 and their grown up are invited to join us on Wednesday afternoons 1-2:00 as we explore several art stations and connect with other families! We will be using a variety of mediums, techniques, and tools to learn about the creative process while practicing early learning skills.
All supplies are included. This group is a great choice for families with preschool and/or homeschooled children. The fall session will meet 10 weeks from September 30 - December 9 (no class November 25).
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please include the name and age of the child in the “notes” section of the order summary when registering.
Registration available here
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions!
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After School Maker Club
October 7, 2026 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Elementary school aged children (Kindergarten and up) are invited to join us on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30-4:30 PMat The Makery. We'll be encouraging creativity and individual expression while using a variety of art mediums and techniques to create process art.
The club will meet 5 times from September 16-October 21 (no class October 14). Cost: $80
Please include the name and age of the child in the "notes" section of the order summary when registering. Doors will open 10 minutes prior to class to allow time to sign in and get settled.
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions! Register here !
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Collage Club
October 7, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USAJoin us this monthly adult offering of art making and connection! We’ll rip, cut, stick, draw, paint, and have lots of fun while we’re at it.
Please plan to bring a 2-D project and materials of your choice. This could be a sketchbook, a canvas, or any other surface you like. Collage Club is a time to flex your creativity in a low-stress, low-stakes way. We love to make stuff with paper and hope you will too.
We’ll have basic supplies on hand (glue, scissors, some collage papers) but ask that guests come with their own supplies.
Please note: this is an opportunity for gathering and connection - not an instructed class - that is reflected in the registration cost.
We hope you’ll come for the making and stay for the community 🙂
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- October 9, 2026
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- October 10, 2026
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- October 11, 2026
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Tween and Teen Bead and Charm Club
October 11, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Duration: 2 Hours | Ages: 10-17 | Cost: $20 (all supplies included)
Join us for our open-studio style Bead & Charm Club! This isn't a structured class—it’s a vibrant creative hang where you get to be the designer. We’ll provide a massive treasure trove of high-quality supplies, including glass beads, metal and polymer clay charms, and all the essential jewelry findings. You'll have total creative freedom to design and create your own custom earrings, necklaces, keychains, or charm bracelets. While there is no formal step-by-step instruction, our experienced jewelry instructor will be on-hand the entire time to share pro tips, tricks, and guide you through using the basic tools. Come with friends, hang out, and leave with your new favorite custom accessories!
Reserve your spot here: https://www.secondslicejewelry.com/open-studio-clubs/p/basic-service-an9be-fn34j-zas8z or just drop in!
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- October 13, 2026
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$35 Block Carving and Print Making Workshop
October 13, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USABlock Carving and Print Making Workshop $35
This is a single-session 3 hour class being held at The Makery in downtown State College
In this class you will learn various techniques to carve and create prints using 4 x 6 inch rubber carving blanks. The class will consist of: Choosing a design (I will provide some images you are free to use) Transferring your design to the block Carving the block Inking and burnishing techniques Creating your final print You will take home, all of the prints you make as well as your carved rubber block.
Please Read - Disclaimer: while all safety measures and proper technique will be taken, the carving tools do have a sharp end. As such, minor cuts are possible if proper care and technique are not followed. Attendees understand and assume this risk, and waive any liability to the instructor by signing up for this class.
Refund Policy - Cancellations must be made within 24 hours of the start time of the class in order to receive a refund. If the class is cancelled by the instructor, you will be refunded in full. Please e-mail me at mmonko66@comcast.net if you need to cancel. Thanks!
If you have any questions at all, please contact me at mmonko66@comcast.net
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- October 14, 2026
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Mini Makers Art Playdates
October 14, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us for fun Art playdates at The Makery!
Mini Makers aged 2 - 7 and their grown up are invited to join us on Wednesday afternoons 1-2:00 as we explore several art stations and connect with other families! We will be using a variety of mediums, techniques, and tools to learn about the creative process while practicing early learning skills.
All supplies are included. This group is a great choice for families with preschool and/or homeschooled children. The fall session will meet 10 weeks from September 30 - December 9 (no class November 25).
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please include the name and age of the child in the “notes” section of the order summary when registering.
Registration available here
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions!
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Faux Stone Jewelry Workshop
October 14, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USAIn case you missed our August class, we've got another round of learning how to replicate the beauty of natural gemstones using polymer clay. (If you joined us in August, you're welcome back to try new colors and styles!)
In this session, we’ll master the art of color mixing, veining, and layering to create stunning, faux-stone jewelry designs that look just like the real thing. Once your custom "stones" are baked, we’ll reveal their true depth with sanding, buffing, and assembly techniques for a realistic, polished finish. You’ll leave with two custom pairs of earrings (or pendants) and the confidence to keep creating at home.
October 12, 2026
6:30-8:30pm
@The Makery (123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801)
Duration: 2 Hours | Ages: 10+ | Cost: $35 (all supplies included)Register at: https://www.secondslicejewelry.com/workshops/p/october-14-faux-stone-jewelry-workshop-65jjp
If you have questions, or would like to use a gift card from The Makery for this class, please reach out via email at secondslicejewelrystudio@gmail.com.
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- October 15, 2026
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Flower Power POP (Paint your Own Pottery)
October 15, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
*DATE CHANGE TO THURSDAY 10/15*
https://laclaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/pop-flower-power-ceramic-box
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- October 16, 2026
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Tween Maker Club
October 16, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USAThe Tween Maker Club is a chance for children 10+ to create in the studio together in a fun, bright atmosphere. This group will meet one Friday each month at The Makery from 4:30-5:30 PM on September 18, October 16, and November 20. Cost: $50
We'll be encouraging creativity and individual expression while using a variety of art mediums and techniques to create process art.
Please include the name and age of the participant in the "notes" section of the order summary when registering.
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions!
Info and registration available here
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- October 17, 2026
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- October 18, 2026
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Kids sewing 101: Monster and octopus flip
October 18, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
For more information: https://sewbytheseatofyourpants.bigcartel.com/product/kids-sewing-101-monster-flip-stuffie
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- October 19, 2026
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Fall Watercolor Workshop
October 19, 2026 @ 5:45 pm - 7:00 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USA
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- October 20, 2026
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Journaling Workshop
October 20, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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- October 21, 2026
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Mini Makers Art Playdates
October 21, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us for fun Art playdates at The Makery!
Mini Makers aged 2 - 7 and their grown up are invited to join us on Wednesday afternoons 1-2:00 as we explore several art stations and connect with other families! We will be using a variety of mediums, techniques, and tools to learn about the creative process while practicing early learning skills.
All supplies are included. This group is a great choice for families with preschool and/or homeschooled children. The fall session will meet 10 weeks from September 30 - December 9 (no class November 25).
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please include the name and age of the child in the “notes” section of the order summary when registering.
Registration available here
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions!
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After School Maker Club
October 21, 2026 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Elementary school aged children (Kindergarten and up) are invited to join us on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30-4:30 PMat The Makery. We'll be encouraging creativity and individual expression while using a variety of art mediums and techniques to create process art.
The club will meet 5 times from September 16-October 21 (no class October 14). Cost: $80
Please include the name and age of the child in the "notes" section of the order summary when registering. Doors will open 10 minutes prior to class to allow time to sign in and get settled.
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions! Register here !
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Clay Club (Adults)
October 21, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
https://laclaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/clay-club
Join us at The Makery, 321 S. Fraser St. every third Tuesday of the month for Clay Club, 6-8 pm! (April will be Monday, 4/20 from 6 to 8 PM) (June is 4th Tuesday, 6/23)come and make cool stuff and have some laughs!
Please bring a beverage of your choice and possibly something yummy to share!
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- October 22, 2026
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Spooky and Mystical Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop
October 22, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Embrace your inner dark academic and channel your inner witch—just in time for Halloween!
In this spooky, mystical workshop, we’ll craft captivating, gothic-inspired jewelry pieces using black polymer clay as our canvas. You’ll learn how to work with shimmering opal flakes, magical color-shift mica powders, and eerie-chic stencils and cutters, finishing off your creations with accent beads. You’ll leave with at least two custom pairs of earrings (or pendants) that cast a spell on any autumn outfit, plus the skills to keep brewing up creations at home.
October 22, 2026
6:30-8:30pm
@The Makery (123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801)
Duration: 2 Hours | Ages: 10+ | Cost: $35 (all supplies included)Register at: https://www.secondslicejewelry.com/workshops/p/october-22-spooky-mystical-jewelry-workshop
If you have questions, or would like to use a gift card from The Makery for this class, please reach out via email at secondslicejewelrystudio@gmail.com.
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- October 24, 2026
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- October 26, 2026
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Spooky Sweets Cookie Class
October 26, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Looking for a Halloween activity that’s different from the usual pumpkin patch? Come and join in for a fun night at the Spooky Sweets Cookie Class!
Gather your girlfriends, your mom, or even your teen for a night of decorating cookies that are almost too cute to eat. You’ll learn new decorating techniques, and head home with a box of Halloween sweets to enjoy (if you don’t nibble them first).We’ll work through step-by-step of 6 cookie designs and answer any questions along the way. This class is hosted by The Bake Shoppe of Devonshire, and will be held at The Makery in downtown State College.
All supplies will be provided (including a box to transport the cookies home). This class is designed for novice and seasoned decorators ages 14+.
PRICING
Each seat is $55.Allergens: Heads up – these cookies and icing include the following ingredients: flour, butter, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract; powdered sugar, meringue powder, food coloring. The cookies and icing are prepared in a multi-use home kitchen that is certified by the PA Dept. of Agriculture. Please consider any allergies before registering.
https://bake-shoppe-of-devonshire.square.site/product/spooky-sweets-cookie-class-mon-10-26-/7QB3CDCEJVVSG5UZHWJD7NWP
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- October 27, 2026
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Lettering League
October 27, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USAJoin Shannon with Wright Lettering monthly on the last Thursday for a laid back gathering with fellow letter lovers. Whether you're a lettering newbie or expert, this will be a fun time of creating and connecting. Bring your own supplies for a lettering project, practice sheets, lettering questions, or just a blank journal to doodle in and a beverage of your choice!
While this isn't an instructed class, I will sprinkle in themes here and there (for those interested!) and bring fun pens, markers and other mediums for those interested in exploring and expanding their lettering knowledge.
Drop in for one session or join for the whole year at a discounted rate. This time is set aside as a creative gathering time, not an instructed class, and that is reflected in the registration cost.
Each session is held on the last Thursday of the month except for: Tuesday November 24 and Thursday December 17.
Register here: https://wrightlettering.square.site/product/lettering-league/UFN6NOK2DPEZFOB3QSE6IZIG?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false
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- October 28, 2026
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Mini Makers Art Playdates
October 28, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us for fun Art playdates at The Makery!
Mini Makers aged 2 - 7 and their grown up are invited to join us on Wednesday afternoons 1-2:00 as we explore several art stations and connect with other families! We will be using a variety of mediums, techniques, and tools to learn about the creative process while practicing early learning skills.
All supplies are included. This group is a great choice for families with preschool and/or homeschooled children. The fall session will meet 10 weeks from September 30 - December 9 (no class November 25).
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please include the name and age of the child in the “notes” section of the order summary when registering.
Registration available here
Feel free to reach out to Tricia at minimakerspa123@gmail.com with any questions!
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$35 Gelli Printing Basics Workshop
October 28, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Makery, 123 S Fraser St, State College, PA 16801, USAGelli Printing Basics $35
This is a single-session 3 hour workshop at The Makery in State College
In this workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of how to use Gelli plates to create complex monoprints by layering acrylic paints.
In this workshop you will learn how to use a resist method to transfer magazine prints, or laser-printed images onto a Gelli plate. Next, we will add acrylic paint layers on top of our transferred images using stencils, and other creative materials. Finally, we will pull all of the combined layers onto a single monoprint.
We will learn, create, experiment, and have fun in this introduction to Gelli printing.
Refund Policy - Cancellations must be made within 24 hours of the start time of the class in order to receive a refund. If the class is cancelled by the instructor, you will be refunded in full. Please e-mail me at mmonko66@comcast.net if you need to cancel. Thanks!
If you have any questions at all, please contact me at mmonko66@comcast.net
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- October 31, 2026
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