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SUMMARY:We Serve Too Fused Glass Art Dishes
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our Arts in Service Program\, We Serve Too offers free workshops and experiences designed for military families and spouses to create and connect through the arts. This fun\, low stake’s introduction to glass fusing will give you the fundamentals of this unique art medium with none of the intimidation. After a brief discussion of the process of kiln-formed glass\, each participant will cut\, chip\, nip\, sprinkle and arrange colorful glass components into an original 6″ art dish. The pieces will then be fused and slumped in a kiln\, ready for pick up the following week. This event is for ages 18+ To attend\, please register using the link provided for the event.
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/we-serve-too-fused-glass-art-dishes/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:We Serve Too Screen Printing Tote Bags
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our Arts in Service Program\, We Serve Too offers free workshops and experiences designed for military families and spouses to create and connect through the arts. Screen Print your very own Arts in Service tote bag! Learn to screenprint onto canvas tote bags then customize and color your bag any way you’d like! Stay to enjoy snacks and be sure to visit the AIS Exhibition inside the museum! Suitable for all ages. To attend\, please register by using the link provided for the event.
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/we-serve-too-screen-printing-tote-bags/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:We Serve Too Hidden Gems in Renaissance Art
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our Arts in Service Program\, We Serve Too offers free workshops and experiences designed for military families and spouses to create and connect through the arts. This introductory Art History course\, with KarNa Swirlbul\, explores how Renaissance artists drew inspiration from Greek and Roman antiquity. Students will examine how the fusion of Classical ideals with Sacred (religious) and Secular (worldly) themes led to a transformative focus on realism\, emotion\, and the human form. Students are permitted to use their cell phone to photograph slides but are not permitted to video tape in the classroom. Students are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen or pencil to take notes as well. To attend\, please register by following the link provided to the event page.
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/we-serve-too-hidden-gems-in-renaissance-art/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:We Serve Too Visiting Artist Workshop- Ehren Tool
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our Arts in Service Program\, We Serve Too offers free workshops and experiences designed for military families and spouses to create and connect through the arts. “I just make cups.” -Ehren Tool Join us in One East Pop-up for a wheel-throwing demonstration and conversation with MCA artist-in-residence\, Ehren Tool. A Marine Corps veteran of the 1991 Gulf War\, Tool has made and given away more than 26\,000 cups. Participants will also get the opportunity to decorate a keepsake cup* thrown by the artist. Ehren Tool is a ceramic artist whose work is heavily influenced by his service in the Marine Corps and his subsequent return to the civilian world. He received his MFA in 2005 from the University of California Berkeley. Tool just makes cups and believes peace is the only adequate war memorial. Check out Craft in America’s episode\, Service\, that features Ehren Tool to learn more. *Cups will need to be fired and will be available for pick up two weeks after the program. We will contact participants regarding a pick-up date and time. To register please follow the link provided to the event\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/we-serve-too-visiting-artist-workshop-ehren-tool/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:We Serve Too Paint & Date Night
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our Arts in Service Program\, We Serve Too offers free workshops and experiences designed for military families and spouses to create and connect through the arts. Enjoy an evening of companionship\, paint\, and sweet treats. With your friend or partner\, collaborate on a two-part painting experience guided by your instructor. All materials (and snacks!) will be provided. To register\, please follow the link to the event page.
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/we-serve-too-paint-date-night/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:We Serve Too Valentine's Art Party!
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our Arts in Service Program\, We Serve Too offers free workshops and experiences designed for military families and spouses to create and connect through the arts. Looking for the perfect opportunity for a parent date night? Children are invited to enjoy a Valentine’s celebration of their own at Mesa Arts Center! On Thursday\, February 12\, from 6:00–8:00 pm\, parents may drop off their children in the Drama Studio for a fun and creative Valentine’s Art Party. Designed for children 3 and up\, this supervised program includes creating handmade valentines\, playing festive games\, and enjoying a Valentine’s story time. It’s a joyful\, engaging evening just for kids—while parents enjoy a night out. To register\, please complete form on Mesa Art Center Website (link provided)
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/we-serve-too-valentines-art-party/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Arts in Service Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free open house event to preview the Arts in Service program\, which offers free studio art classes for service-members and veterans. Priority registration for Spring 2026 classes will be available at the event for students who have never participated in Arts in Service before. Current students will be able to register on Weds\, 11/12 at 12:00 PM. Enjoy free demonstrations in welding\, blacksmithing\, glass\, jewelry\, printmaking and more! The open house will also feature a free lunch\, hands-on activities and a resource fair with our community partners\, in addition to a We Serve Too Stamping Activity featuring flora and fauna (no registration necessary for this event). Service-members\, veterans and their families are invited to take part in this special event!
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/arts-in-service-open-house/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Arts In Service Class Registration Opens
DESCRIPTION:Mesa Arts Center is pleased to present Arts in Service\, which provides creative pathways for veterans and service members to use studio arts experiences in reaching their personal goals\, whether those are finding a supportive community\, stress relief\, working toward overall health and wellness\, or pursuing career interests in art-making. \nFall 2024 Arts in Service Registration starts Tuesday\, July 9th at 12pm Students are encouraged to sign up online at https://mesaartscenter.com/classes/artsinservice \nTo register over the phone please call (480) 644-6500 Registration is available in-person at our Box Office located at 1 E Main Street Mesa\, AZ 85201. We ask that students arrive no earlier than 11:45 AM to register.
URL:https://azveterans.com/event/arts-in-service-class-registration-opens/
LOCATION:Mesa Arts Center\, 1 E Main St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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