Arts & Crafts Center

Registration is required by phone or in person at least one (1) business day before class. Payment is due at the time of registration. Class credit only with (3) business days’ notice. No refunds.

Yarn Wrapped Patriotic Wreath
Mon · 4 Nov · 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wed · 6 Nov · 5-6:30 p.m.
$20 per person/$25 parent + teen · Ages 12+
It’s a super easy project to show your patriotic spirit for Veteran’s Day.

For the Gentlemen  -“Christmas Muggin’”
Thu · 5 Dec · 4:30-5:30 p.m.
$25 includes all materials, firing, etc.
This class is specifically for those who want to make something special for a loved one for Christmas.  We are featuring a ceramic mug that you can customize!  We make the stencil for you, and we help you glaze it. No special skills or experience needed. Firing will be done with plenty of time for giving gifts on holiday!

Intro to Crochet/Knit
Fri · 6 Dec 4 · -5 p.m.
$15 per person/$20 parent + teen ·  Ages 12+
Instructor is right handed. Knit technique is continental.

Active Duty Night: Intro to Pottery Wheel*
Thu · 7 Nov · 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Active Duty and Reserve Only
FREE –Registration required-limited class size

Turkey Tulle Wreath
Tue · 12 Nov · 1-2:30 p.m. or 4-5:30 p.m.
$20 per person/ $25 parent + teen · Ages 12+
This festive wreath is super easy and a great hostess gift!

Golden Times Craft Club: Christmas Star Wreath
Thu · 14 Nov · 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Free for all retirees and vets · $15 for everyone else · Ages 18+
Every 2nd Thu of the month. Everyone is welcome! A different craft or art skill every month. Perfect lunchtime getaway! It is great opportunity to get out of the house, try something new, and meet other crafters!
Pottery Wheel with Chris
Fri · 15 Nov · 3-5 p.m.
$20/hr. (1 hr. and 2 hr. time slots avail.) · Ages 18+
Have you taken a pottery wheel class? Fine-tune your skills and practice with expert supervision! Are you a Never Ever pottery student? Here’s your chance to learn from an expert!!!  All materials (clay, firing, glaze) is provided. Space is very limited.

Intro to Stained Glass
Mon · 18 Nov · 4-6 p.m.
Mon · 25 Nov · 10 a.m. to Noon
$40 per person  Ages 18+

Crochet Club
Tue · 19 Nov · 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$5 to learn/Free for retirees and vets & all those experienced and willing to help others sharpen their skills. Ages 12+
All skill levels invited—come and learn from experts, help someone else improve their skills. Lunchtime getaway –easy projects introduced with the goal of community service (our VA hospital in Albuq).

Glaze Evening
Thu · 19 Nov· 4-7 p.m. (last customers in at 6:15 p.m.)
Various price points are available
Ever been to a DIY pottery glazing studio?  Do you remember what you paid for it?  We offer the same thing but at a fraction of the price!  Do some ceramics glazing in our new pottery studio during the evening time–Come in early (4 pm) or as late as 6:15!  Please allow 45 minutes to one hour to glaze your item (the shop will close at 7 pm). If you don’t finish your piece (or can’t stay to glaze), we can always make up a “to-go” kit!

Holiday Iron-On with Cricut
Fri · 22 Nov · 3:30-5 p.m.
$20/person · $25/parent + teen · Ages 12+
Great intro to Cricut! Get ready for the holidays with a custom iron-on for yourself or a gift. Participants must bring their item(s) to iron.

Monthly Class-Christmas Craft Countdown-Embroidery hoop ornaments
Tue · 26 Nov · 1-2 p.m. or 4:30-5:30 p.m.
$20/person · $25/ parent + teen · Ages 12+
It’s easy to do- use buffalo check for the rustic farm look or any of the other holiday fabrics available to customize your own look!

Intro to Candle Making
Wed · 27 Nov · 3-4:30 p.m.
$20 per person · Ages 18+
Candle wax is paraffin. Containers are provided; however, participants are encouraged to upcycle their own metal, glass and ceramic containers into unique candles. Shot glasses are great!

 $7 per child · Ages 5+
Registration is required (at least one business day before class). Payment is due upon registration. Cancellation policy- class credit is offered if participants cancel with (3) business days’ notice. No refunds.

*SPECIAL CLASS—Election Day Art
Tue · 5 Nov · 10-11:15 a.m.
Uncle Sam Hat and painted plaster magnet

Clay Hedgehog or Cat
Wed · 6 Nov · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 7 Nov · 1-2:15 p.m.

Bean and Pasta Leaf “Mosaic”
Wed · 13 Nov · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 14 Nov · 1-2:15 p.m.

Thanksgiving Crafts –Paper Loop Turkey stick puppet
Wed · 20 Nov · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Fri · 22 Nov · 1-2:15 p.m.

*No kids classes Wed 27 Nov or Thurs 28 Nov*

Creative Christmas Cards
Wed · 4 Dec · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 5 Dec · 1-2:15 p.m.

Held Fridays @ 9 a.m. On Facebook Live!
$10/8″x10″ Kit
$12/11″x14″ Kit
 

Watch in person at the CORE “fishbowl” during the live event!

Painting kits are available upon request. Payment is due at the time of the request. Please allow at least (1) business day for fulfillment. Kits include canvas, acrylic paint, and brushes on loan (if needed).

Fri · 1 Nov · 2 p.m.: “Dia Muertos Art” (repurposed art)

Fri · 15 Nov · 9 a.m.: “Fall Foliage”

Fri · 22 Nov · 9 a.m.: “Quirky Turkey”

One-on-One Appointments
$25/hr. Ages 12+
Available for most crafts. Appointments must be within regular center hours.

Pottery Wheel Private Lessons
$75/ 1.5 hr. one-on-one
$110/1.5 hr. couple
All clay, firing and glaze included.
Available days and times vary. Please call to inquire and schedule. Payment is due upon registration. Registration must be made at least (2) business days in advance. No refunds.

Our professional framing facility is ready to assist with all your framing needs. Our custom shop has state-of-the-art standard and computerized mat cutters, pneumatic jointers, wall-mounted glass cutters, and a dry mounting press. Supplies include the finest quality frames, a vast selection of archival mat boards, and premium glass. From shadow boxes to cross stitching and everything in between, our expert staff can turn your work into a piece of art you’ll be proud to display. This is accordion content!

Let our professional staff custom design a special award or farewell gift just for you or your organization. Make our Engraving Shop your source for plaques, name tags, desk sets, and all forms of awards and farewell presentations. Ask about our beautiful wood, glass and acrylic plaques we have in stock for laser engraving. Have a custom logo you would like to include on your work? No problem! Bring us your example, we may already have it in our system! We also welcome you to bring in your own items for engraving as well to add your own personal touch.

Recharge for Resiliency (R4R) is an Air Force-wide program designed to connect airmen and their families with people of similar interests through fun and challenging programs. R4R encompasses the following key resiliency components: the Single Airman Programming (SAP), RecOn and Deployed Affected Programming (previously R4R). These resiliency programs target specific audiences and provide needed support for our Airmen and their families.

Single Airman Program (SAP)
This program provides resources that foster a strong culture, mission and sense of community among Airmen stationed at Kirtland on unaccompanied orders, regardless of rank or marital status. This program offers free or heavily discounted events to anyone with unaccompanied orders here at Kirtland.

*Open to single airmen (unmarried) Air Force Active Duty members and one guest

Recon
This program provides resources for outdoor-centric, high adrenaline, post deployment stress reduction, only available through FSS Outdoor Recreation Centers. This program offers free or heavily discounted events to active duty members stationed here at Kirtland and their dependents are eligible. Examples of RecOn events in the past have been White Water Rafting, Skydiving, Rock Climbing, and more!

*Open to Air Force Active Duty, Reservists and their immediate family members.

Deployed Affected Program (DAP)
This program is for the family of a deployed service member. The deployed service member and their families may also attend the event up to a year after their return! This program offers heavily discounted events to those affected by deployment.

*Deployment orders required. (4 months prior to deployment & up to one year following deployment. Open to spouse plus one guest while member is deployed.)