Furniture & Fiber Exhibit
Jan. 13-Feb. 29

Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays in February 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Preserving Foods, it's not just about canning with Suz McLaughlin
Saturday, January 28

Dressings for Your Greens with Susan Mundt
Saturday, February 11

The Art of the Braise with Steve Tebo
Saturday, February 25

The Pleasant Peasant: Hearty hand held food for the common (99%) with Jim Barnes
Saturday, March 10

Indian Cooking with Becky DeVries
Saturday, March 24
Cost - $50 per class; $200 for pack of 5 classes. All classes scheduled 10am-noon on Saturdays -

Thursday, March 22
1-4 p.m.
$35/$45
This “bib” style necklace starts with a small crescent of fabric that ties around the neck with ribbon. Cut circles of felted sweater and men’s lined suit coats are layered with buttons, old jewelry and small pieces of broken necklace chain. Basic hand sewing attaches all trinkets to the base. Neutral or colorful-both looks are fabulous. Some buttons and fabric will be supplied but bring your own broken jewelry, buttons, ribbon and sharp scissors.

Beginner, master -- or somewhere in between? One thing's for sure, if you don't have a sense of where you're going with your art work or why you’re going, there's a good chance you won't get anywhere you really want to be. On the other hand, nurturing a sense of purpose and creating
clear intentions allows you to take your art to new levels of meaning, fulfillment and success.

• Do you struggle to find the time to do your art?
• Do you have more ideas than you know what to do with?
• Does your artistic expression seem blocked?
• Are you interested in increasing your production or sales?
• Is there something more you want from or for your art?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, Goal-Setting for Artists is for you. Created with the specific challenges faced by artists (fine artists, writers, actors, etc.) in mind, this workshop will help you bring greater awareness and direction to your artistic life. Spend an enjoyable and safe afternoon:

• taking stock of your life as an artist
• connecting with your artistic purpose
• identifying your aspirations and how to address them
• exploring constructive ways to deal with distractions, blocks and other challenges
• clarifying your options and creating workable goals for your art in 2012

You'll leave the workshop with a set of clear and meaningful goals from which you'll be able to create your artistic life in the year ahead.

***All Saturday Classes***
Baby Ballet (age 18 month-2 ish) 9:00-9:45 a.m.
Pre Ballet (age2ish-4ish) 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Classical Ballet (4ish-7ish) 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Tap (all ages) 12:00-12:45 p.m.

Classes are at the Frankfort/Elberta High School
(soon to be held at the Oliver Art Center)
To pre-register call the art center.
Questions? call Kelli Stapleton (231) 920-6883

Thank You!!!

One Dish Meals taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Tuesday, August 2 or Aug. 23 2- 4:30 p.m. $50/$60
Chef Jim Voltz demonstrates two hearty dishes, a salad, and a dessert that make an easy meal for a small group or a large crowd. During the class, students will be able to sample all the recipes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of the four recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for entertaining.

CANCELLED: Wine Tasting taught by Jeff Barbour on Thursday, August 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $65/$75
Jeff Barbour is the owner of one of the leading wine stores in Connecticut, New Canaan Wine Merchants. He also holds the prestigious title of Master of Wine issued by the Masters of Wine Institute in the United Kingdom; considered one of the highest standards of professional knowledge in the wine industry. Students will have the chance to sample six different wines as Jeff explains the differences in the grapes, growing regions, processing, and food pairings. Hors d’ouevres specifically selected to pair well with the wines will be provided by Chef Jim Voltz from his latest cookbook, “Hors d’oeuvres on the Porch.” Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or don’t know the difference between a red and a white, there’s something to learn here. All proceeds from this class will go to the Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts building fund.

Fall Bounty taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Thursday, September 8 or Sept. 28 2- 4:30 p.m. $50/$60
Need some new ideas on how to make the most of the wonderful fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish available in Northwest Michigan in the Fall? Chef Jim Voltz will demonstrate several dishes using ingredients straight from local farm stands and local fishermen. During the class, students will be able to sample all the recipes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of all the recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for entertaining.

Secrets Of A French Chef taught by Chef Keil Moshier on Monday, September 19 1-3:30 p.m. $50/$60
Learn some of the secrets to successful French cooking as Chef Keil Moshier demonstrates several dishes served in his delightful and highly rated French Bistro, Chez Peres, in Traverse City.

What’s For Dinner? taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Thursday, October 13 6- 9 p.m. $85/$95
In this class, Chef Jim Voltz demonstrates a complete and elegant dinner menu starting with an appetizer, a main course with side dishes, and a dessert. After the demonstration, students will enjoy a sit down dinner of the prepared dishes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of all the recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for putting together an elegant dinner party.

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Breeze by Mary Fuscaldo

The Crystal Lake Art Center will host their seventh juried art exhibition, competition, and sale this September.
The Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts in Frankfort (formerly Crystal Lake Art Center) is calling for submissions to its September all-media juried fine arts exhibition. Artists 18 and older living in Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Manistee, Antrim, and Kalkaska Counties working in any media may enter. Artists with seasonal homes in these counties may also compete. Works of art are due September 2 and 3 with the exhibition open to the public September 9 - 30. For more information and application forms, call the Oliver Art Center at 231 352 4151 or email clartcenter@sbcglobal.net. Juried Show Application

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Print and fill out the class registration form. Then mail it to the art center with your class payment.

How do I know what supplies are needed for a class?

Classes will either include materials needed (materials fee may be required to cover them) or we will send you a supply list when we receive your registration.

How do I teach and/or propose a class?

Call or email the art center (231-352-4151) and tell us about your ideas for a class and about your teaching experience.

Are programs open to anyone?

Yes. Some programs may have a charge and all require pre-registration unless otherwise noted.

Do you have scholarships available for classes?

Scholarships for youth classes may be available. Call the art center to request an application.

The Oliver Art Center will be presenting our seventh annual Mosaic: an extensive dance and visual arts residency in all Benzie County Schools.  The project will culminate with a final performance at the Benzie Central Auditorium, March 20, 2012.  The project takes the students’ curriculum and explores the subjects through dance movement and visual arts projects. This year the students will take inspiration from artwork and themes from local artist Gwen Frostic’s book My Michigan. This project is our way of exposing the youth of Benzie County to the art they might not be able to experience on their own.

This program is made possible by support from The Larry and Susan Burks Foundation and The Target Foundation.

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