Artisans Centre Peterborough upcoming events

Basic Woodturning (9 Jun 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This class will cover the safe operation of a lathe including appropriate personal safety protection and sharpening techniques for turning tools. It will cover techniques for turning spindles, both simple and complex, basic bowl and basic platter.

Instructor: Bill Thompson

Prerequisite: None

Cost: $315.00

ACP Members: $270.00

Materials, lathes and tools supplied

Maximum number of students:3

Sessions: 4

Intro to Machine Sewing (9 Jun 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Just got a new machine…want to start sewing some easy gifts…need to do some mending…this is your course!

In this introductory course we will walk through the basics of using a sewing machine, needle types, stitches, tension, and essential sewing tips! You will produce a small project by the end of the course.

Requirements: Your own sewing machine and a spool of good quality white thread (Gutermann or equivalent)

All other materials will be provided in this class.

Class maximum is 4 students.

Cost: $60.00 ACP Members: $54.00

Student (available with a student card): $30.00

Instructor: Donna Walker

Beginner Spinning (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Learn to spin sheep's wool into yarn! Come out and have some fun learning an age old craft.

Play with a drop spindle, set up a spinning wheel, wash some wool (if desired) and have some fun colour blending to make your own personal fun art yarn!

All materials will be provided for the class.

Instructed time of 9 hours over 3 sessions.

Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $250.00 ACP Members - $215.00

Instructor: Darlene Fallis

Intro to Machine Sewing (12 Jun 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Just got a new machine…want to start sewing some easy gifts…need to do some mending…this is your course!

Requirements: Your own sewing machine and a spool of good quality white thread (Gutermann or equivalent)

All other materials will be provided in this class.

Class maximum is 4 students.

Cost: $60.00 ACP Members: $54.00

Student (available with a student card): $30.00

Instructor: Donna Walker

Basic Woodturning (16 Jun 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Bill Thompson

Prerequisite: None

Cost: $315.00

ACP Members: $270.00

Materials, lathes and tools supplied

Maximum number of students:3

Sessions: 4

Intro to Machine Sewing - Private Session (16 Jun 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT

***This is a Private Session***

Just got a new machine…want to start sewing some easy gifts…need to do some mending…this is your course!

Requirements: Your own sewing machine and a spool of good quality white thread (Gutermann or equivalent)

All other materials will be provided in this class.

Class maximum is 4 students.

Cost: $60.00 ACP Members: $54.00

Student (available with a student card): $30.00

Instructor: Donna Walker

Basic Pen Turning (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This class will cover the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation, turning basics, finishing and assembly. Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students will take home two completed pens.

Prerequisite:     None
Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members: $80.00
Materials, lathes and tools supplied Maximum number of students: 4

Beginner Spinning (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Learn to spin sheep's wool into yarn! Come out and have some fun learning an age old craft.

Play with a drop spindle, set up a spinning wheel, wash some wool (if desired) and have some fun colour blending to make your own personal fun art yarn!

All materials will be provided for the class.

Instructed time of 9 hours over 3 sessions.

Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $250.00 ACP Members - $215.00

Instructor: Darlene Fallis

Natural Edge Bowl (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This class will cover the basics of turning a natural edge bowl, including blank preparation, design considerations and turning basics. Material fee of $10.00 included in cost.

Instructors: Bill Thompson

Prerequisite: Basic Woodturning and demonstrated experience with a bowl gouge

Cost: $130.00 ACP Members: $115.00
Materials, lathes and tools supplied, but students may bring their own tools.
Maximum number of students: 4

ACP Open Studio Night (19 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for some fun, drop-in, community driven Open Studio time with the ACP and the Embroiderer's Guild of Peterborough! Open to the public and members alike, everyone is welcome to attend!

Bring any crafts or projects you're working on, hang out and visit with other crafters, or get advice and questions answered by one of our resident experts!

Open Studio Night will take place on the 3rd Friday of every month, from 6 pm to 8 pm. There is no fee but donations are always greatly appreciated.

Basic Woodturning (23 Jun 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Bill Thompson

Prerequisite: None

Cost: $315.00

ACP Members: $270.00

Materials, lathes and tools supplied

Maximum number of students:3

Sessions: 4

Learn to Crochet - The Basics (23 Jun 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Attention all beginners!

Pick up a new hobby, come on in and learn to Crochet!

Learn some basic stitches to get you on your way to making all the beautiful things.

Refresher course for those that have tried but need some motivation to return to the craft.

Please bring a 5 or 6 mm crochet hook and bulky weight yarn (#5) to class.

Class time 2 hours. Class maximum is 4 students.

Cost - $50.00 ACP Members - $45.00

Instructor: Dawn Johnson

Beginner Spinning (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Learn to spin sheep's wool into yarn! Come out and have some fun learning an age old craft.

Play with a drop spindle, set up a spinning wheel, wash some wool (if desired) and have some fun colour blending to make your own personal fun art yarn!

All materials will be provided for the class.

Instructed time of 9 hours over 3 sessions.

Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $250.00 ACP Members - $215.00

Instructor: Darlene Fallis

Intro to Basketry (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us for a day of creativity and learn how to make your own round basket!

We will introduce you to weaving with coloured reeds and start the basket from a solid flat bottom.

All materials will be provided for the class and absolutely no experience is required!

Class price: $80 ACP Member price: $65

Instructor: Merrilyn Lindsey

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (8 Jul 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Basic Pen Turning (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Prerequisite:     None
Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members: $80.00
Materials, lathes and tools supplied Maximum number of students: 4

Turning a Honey Dipper (21 Jul 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This class will cover the basics of turning a honey dipper from wood, including blank preparation, turning basics and finishing.

This class is intended for the "new-to-turning" student or one who simply wants more practice at spindle turning.

Prerequisite:     None
Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members: $80.00
Materials, lathes and tools supplied Maximum number of students: 4

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (22 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (29 Jul 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (5 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Basic Pen Turning (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Prerequisite:     None
Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members: $80.00
Materials, lathes and tools supplied Maximum number of students: 4

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.

Wacky Wednesday - FREE Drop-In Crafts for Kids (26 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us on Wednesday mornings this summer for FREE drop-in art activities perfect for kids of all ages!

Each week we'll do a different small make-and-take craft, all materials will be provided.

Find us from 10am-12pm on the lower level of the atrium in Peterborough Square, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th.