Arts & Crafts Center

Feeling inspired? Looking to start a new hobby? The Arts & Crafts Center is available to assist you on your adventure into your creative nature exploration! From daily pick and paint pottery projects, to monthly painting classes and private lessons, Arts & Crafts has something for everyone. Looking for some professional work? We can help with that too! Our on staff professional engraver and framer will make those special memories and recognition look extraordinary!

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.)}

May Adult Classes

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.

Intro to Resin
Wed · 1 May · 5:15-6:45 p.m.
$20/person · $25/ parent + teen · Ages 12+

Find a new crafty hobby with this great beginner project!

Mother's Day Pendant (Wire and Pearl Birds Nest)
Fri · 3 May · 4-5:30 p.m.
$20/person · $25/ parent + teen · Ages 12+
Perfect for Mother's Day- Pearls represent child(ren)-many colors available. It's easier than it looks! Great beginner jewelry project!

Design Your Polymer Jewelry
Wed · 8 May · 5-6:30 p.m.
$20/person · $25/parent + teen · Ages 12+
This is an excellent introduction to polymer clay. It teaches easy techniques for making unique jewelry and is a great opportunity to try out this craft without a major investment.

NEW CLUB! Golden Times Craft
Thu · 9 May · 10-11:30 a.m.
Free for all retirees and vets · $15 for everyone else · Ages 18+
Everyone is welcome! A different craft or art skill every month. It is a great opportunity to get out of the house, try something new, and meet other crafters! May's craft is a mini floral wreath.

Active Duty Night-Intro to Pottery Wheel
Mon · 13 May · 6-8 p.m.
$30/person
This is a particular time for our Active Duty Service Personnel. Future plans for scheduling the Active Duty Pottery Wheel to meet other shift schedules are coming soon! Any level is welcome! All materials (clay, glaze, and firing) are included. Items will need a minimum of two (2) weeks of dry time before firing. Space is limited.

Intro to Stained Glass with Marianne
Tue · 14 May · 10 a.m. to Noon
$40/person · Ages 18+
We have switched to lead-free solder! All levels are encouraged to attend--if you have taken this class before, try a new design and up your game!

Military Wreath
Wed · 15 May · 5-6:30 p.m.
$20/person · $25/parent + teen · Ages 12+
Perfect for the upcoming patriotic holidays. Participants may bring in dog tags, patches, etc., to personalize.

Intro to Pottery Wheel
Mon · 20 May · 4:30-6:30 p.m.
$30/person · Ages 12+
Any level is welcome! All materials (clay, glaze, and firing) are included. Items will need a minimum of two (2) weeks of dry time before firing. Space is limited.

Crochet Club
Tue · 21 May · 10-11:30 a.m.
Free for Retirees, Vets & Mentors · $5/All Others · Ages 12+
All levels are welcome! Learn from experts and help others. Easy projects for community service to support the Albuquerque VA Hospital. This month's project is the military awareness ribbon.

Drop in Sew Day
Tue · 21 May · Anytime between 1-4 p.m.
$10/person · Ages 8+
Are you looking for an easy introduction to sewing? Try this pre-cut project that requires little to no sewing experience and can be completed in just 15-20 minutes with the help of volunteers from the Albuquerque Modern Quilt Guild. (last customers at 3:30 p.m.) An adult must accompany minors.

Glaze Evening
Wed · 22 May · 4-7 p.m.
Various price points are available
Visit our DIY pottery glazing studio at a fraction of the cost! Come by our pottery studio in the evening (4-6:15 p.m.). Please allow 45 minutes to one hour to glaze your item, as the shop closes at 7 p.m. We can give you a "to-go" kit if you can't finish or stay. The last customers in are at 6:15 p.m.

Intro to Paper Quilling
Tue · 28 May · 4:30-5:30 p.m.
$20/person · $25/parent + teen · Ages 12+
Paper quilling (curling) is a simple way to create 3D art from 2D. Though it looks intricate, the process is easy!

Design Your Own Iron-On with Cricut
Wed · 29 May · 4-6 p.m.
$20/person · $25/ parent + teen · Ages 12+
If you don't know what Cricut is, here's a great way to find out! This easy beginner project introduces you to the Cricut machine (and app) with minimum stress and maximum results!

Intro to Stained Glass
Thu · 30 May · 4:30-6:30 p.m.
$40/person · Ages 18+
We have switched to lead-free solder! Attendees of all levels are encouraged to attend- if you have taken this class before, try a new design and up your game!

Pottery Wheel with Chris
Fri · 31 May · 3-5 p.m.
$20/hr.-1hr.min. · Ages 18+
Pottery lovers, hone your skills with an expert's guidance! Beginners, learn from a pro! All materials provided. Limited space available.

Intro to Sewing Machine
Fri · 31 May · 3:30-5:30 p.m.
$30/person · $40/parent + teen · Ages 12+
Never sewers, and beginners are always welcome!

$7/child
Open to 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.

Cinco de Mayo Mini Mobile
Wed · 1 May · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 2 May · 1-2:15 p.m.
Make your mini sombrero mobile with tissue paper flowers to celebrate the holiday.

Mother's Day Craft
Wed · 8 May · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 9 May · 1-2:15 p.m.
Make something special for Mom to treasure- it’s a surprise!

Abstract Watercolor Painting
Wed · 15 May · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 16 May · 1-2:15 p.m.
Learn some basic (and easy) watercolor techniques.

Clay Chicken Pockets
Wed · 22 May · 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Thu · 23 May · 1-2:15 p.m.
Make a hanging wall "pocket" for mail, etc. You can also make other animals, not just chickens! Requires a minimum (2) week drying time before firing.

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 · 3 May "Warm & Cool Reflections"

Fri · 10 May "Hibiscus"

Fri · 17 May "Kitty Kuddles"

Fri 24 May No Virtual Canvas

Fri · 31 May "Lavender & Boots”