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    • 03/12/2025
    • 05/07/2025
    • 8 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 5
    Register



    Painting With Rae

    Join Rae Newell for an 8 week exploration in oil and acrylic painting. Rae brings to The MINT decades of painting and art instruction and we are very excited to have her! This class is open to adults and is hosted in our Jr MINT room at 112 Quality Lane. 

    Students should bring their favorite brushes, paints, pallet, and canvas. 

    If you are looking for supplies, please check out The MINT's Creative Reuse Shop, reMake, at 72 Merchants Row in downtown Rutland or Kaleidoscope Arts on Center Street also in Downtown. Rae will also have items on hand for things that get left at home. 

    If you have questions about this class, please reach out to Rae directly: raenewell@gmail.com.

    Payment options: cash, check, or credit card.

    This class will run on Wednesdays from 10AM-12PM

    Instructor: Rae Newell

    Class Fee: $140


    • 03/18/2025
    • 03/25/2025
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 2
    Register


    Cutting Boards Workshop

    Craft your own beautiful and functional cutting board or charcuterie board while gaining confidence in woodworking techniques and tools. Perfect for gifts or elevating your kitchen, these boards can be customized to suit your personal style. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class will guide you through the entire process of creating a professional-quality board.

    What You’ll Learn

    In this hands-on workshop, you’ll:

    • Table Saw: Learn to rip and crosscut wood for precise board dimensions.
    • Chop Saw: Cut materials to length with accuracy for the perfect fit.
    • Band Saw: Shape unique designs or curves to make your board stand out.
    • Router Table: Smooth edges and add decorative profiles to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
    • Jointer and Planer: Flatten and smooth wood surfaces to ensure a seamless finish.

    This class also provides the foundational skills covered in the woodshop orientation course, granting you access to the woodshop during member hours.

    Class Details

    • Time: 5 PM–8 PM
    • Instructor: Dan Lovell
    • Cost:
      • Members: $85
      • Non-Members: $100

    By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a custom cutting board you can use for meal prep or as a charcuterie centerpiece for entertaining. Ready to start your woodworking journey? Sign up today!

    • 03/27/2025
    • 04/17/2025
    • 4 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 2
    Register

    MOSAIC TABLES

    Transform a tabletop into a work of art!

    In this introductory 4-session course, you’ll explore the art of creating mosaic tabletops. From selecting diverse substrates to mastering adhesive and grouting techniques, this class will equip you to craft a stunning outdoor table that stands up to Vermont weather. Bring your own table or choose from a selection available at The MINT.

    Course Objectives:

    • Understand how to choose a suitable table and substrate for outdoor use.
    • Plan and create a custom mosaic tabletop design.
    • Learn techniques to ensure a level, functional surface.
    • Master grouting and finishing techniques for durability and beauty.

    Instructor: Jennifer

    Cost:

    • Members: $200
    • Non-Members: $225

    Location:

    This course is held in the Glass Shop at The MINT, located on the south end of the building. Please take the second right and use the side entrance.

    Sign up today and create your mosaic masterpiece!


    • 04/21/2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 04/25/2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • The MINT 112 Quality Ln
    • 8
    Register



    APRIL BREAK CAMP:  Exploring the Arts!

    We're thrilled to invite your young artists to our "Exploring the Arts" camp during April Break! This week, we'll dive into a vibrant world of creativity, exploring various artistic mediums from clay and textiles to digital art and nature-inspired creations.

    Camp Theme: Exploring the Arts

    Dates: April 21st-25th

    Time: 8am-4pm

    Location: 112 Quality Lane, Rutland VT, 05701

    Age Groups: K-3rd & 4th-6th

    Half Week Option: $175/camper (1-3 days)

    Important: After you have registered using the link below, please email us at marissa@rutlandmint.org to let us know which days your child will be attending and what age group they fall into (K-3rd or 4th-6th). This will help us ensure that we have adequate staffing and materials each day.

    What to Pack:

    • Snacks and lunch for your child each day.
    • Weather-appropriate clothing, including layers and jackets, as some activities may take place outdoors (weather permitting).
    • Clothes that are okay to get dirty or paint on.
    • Please note that some projects this week will be collaborative group projects and not all items will be take home projects.
    *Books or sensory fulfilling items are welcome and breaks from activities are given when needed!

    A Week of Artistic Exploration: This week, campers will dive into the arts, exploring clay, textiles, drawing, digital art, and nature, culminating in a showcase of their creations.

    We hope this new half-week option provides greater flexibility for your family and makes our Arts Camp accessible to more young artists in our community. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at marissa@rutlandmint.org.

    We look forward to seeing your budding artists in April!

    • 04/21/2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 04/25/2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • The MINT 112 Quality Ln
    • 5
    Register



    APRIL BREAK CAMP:  Exploring the Arts!

    4th-6th Registration

    We're thrilled to invite your young artists to our "Exploring the Arts" camp during April Break! This week, we'll dive into a vibrant world of creativity, exploring various artistic mediums from clay and textiles to digital art and nature-inspired creations.

    Camp Theme: Exploring the Arts

    Dates: April 21st-25th

    Time: 8am-4pm

    Location: 112 Quality Lane, Rutland VT, 05701

    Age Group: 4th-6th

    Full-Week Option: $350/camper 

    What to Pack:

    • Snacks and lunch for your child each day.
    • Weather-appropriate clothing, including layers and jackets, as some activities may take place outdoors (weather permitting).
    • Clothes that are okay to get dirty or paint on.
    • Please note that some projects this week will be collaborative group projects and not all items will be take home projects.
    *Books or sensory fulfilling items are welcome and breaks from activities are given when needed!

    A Week of Artistic Exploration: This week, campers will dive into the arts, exploring clay, textiles, drawing, digital art, and nature, culminating in a showcase of their creations.

    We hope this new half-week option provides greater flexibility for your family and makes our Arts Camp accessible to more young artists in our community. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at marissa@rutlandmint.org.

    We look forward to seeing your budding artists in April!

    • 04/21/2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 04/25/2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • The MINT 112 Quality Ln
    • 9
    Register



    APRIL BREAK CAMP:  Exploring the Arts!

    K-3rd Registration

    We're thrilled to invite your young artists to our "Exploring the Arts" camp during April Break! This week, we'll dive into a vibrant world of creativity, exploring various artistic mediums from clay and textiles to digital art and nature-inspired creations.

    Camp Theme: Exploring the Arts

    Dates: April 21st-25th

    Time: 8am-4pm

    Location: 112 Quality Lane, Rutland VT, 05701

    Age Group: K-3rd

    Full-Week Option: $350/camper 

    What to Pack:

    • Snacks and lunch for your child each day.
    • Weather-appropriate clothing, including layers and jackets, as some activities may take place outdoors (weather permitting).
    • Clothes that are okay to get dirty or paint on.
    • Please note that some projects this week will be collaborative group projects and not all items will be take home projects.
    *Books or sensory fulfilling items are welcome and breaks from activities are given when needed!

    A Week of Artistic Exploration: This week, campers will dive into the arts, exploring clay, textiles, drawing, digital art, and nature, culminating in a showcase of their creations.

    We hope this new half-week option provides greater flexibility for your family and makes our Arts Camp accessible to more young artists in our community. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at marissa@rutlandmint.org.

    We look forward to seeing your budding artists in April!

We are a makerspace on a mission to foster opportunities for people of all ages and experiences to access community, space, tools, and technology. We strive to cultivate skills, learning, and creativity in pursuit of joy, and of turning ideas into reality. 

    
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