Events

NIGHT Class
Mondays
May 18, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29/2026 (No class 5/25/26)
6-8:30pm
In this class you will learn the slab and coil methods as well as glazing techniques. This class is geared for both the beginner and the experienced potter. Projects are selected by the student.
Ages 12 and up
Purchase a membership for reduced fee and additional benefits
Member Fee: $135
Non-Member Fee: $170

DAY Class
Mondays
May 18, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29/2026 (No class 5/25/26)
12:30-3pm
In this class you will learn the slab and coil methods as well as glazing techniques. This class is geared for both the beginner and the experienced potter. Projects are selected by the student.
Ages 12 and up
Purchase a membership for reduced fee and additional benefits
Member Fee: $135
Non-Member Fee: $170

OPEN SEW MONDAYS. 12:30PM - 3PM
CREATIVITY * COLLABORATION * COMMUNITY
We are excited to offer a WEEKLY OPEN SEW for members of UNA!
No cost— A benefit of annual membership
Every Monday, beginning January 6, 2025, bring your projects that need sewing, mending, or alterations. Get expert help from experienced seamstress, Meredyth DeRidder. Bring your own supplies and your project, and take advantage of our comfortable classroom to work on a project of your choice! Carve out some time in your week to be creative and hang out and socialize with other sewists . You will have access to an ironing station, cutting table, and one of our sewing machines (You may bring your own machine or reserve one of ours for only $5.)
Bring your lunch and some snacks too!
Hostess is available for assistance.
Ages 14+
Ability Level Beginners to Advanced
Purchase a yearly membership to take this class.
Date: Every Monday - indefinitely
Time: 12:00pm – 3pm
Members Only

Cadillac Spring and Summer 2026 Plein Air Challenge (12 weeks)

Join us for a 12-week Plein Air Challenge in Cadillac! Each Tuesday, we’ll gather at a different outdoor location to draw, sketch, or paint from life while enjoying the beauty of Northern Michigan.

Work in any medium you choose—pencil, pen, charcoal, watercolor, oil, acrylic, or pastel. Try something new each week or stick with your favorite.


Attend as many sessions as you like—weekly attendance is encouraged but not required.

Membership to Up North Arts is required for this class. Purchase a membership prior to registering.
Ages: Teens Through Adult (Children under 16 must have parent with them during all challenges.)
Ability Level: Beginner through Advanced
Purchase a yearly membership before registering.
Date(s): Begins Tuesday May 5th through July 21st, 2026
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Members Only: Free
Non Members must purchase membership before registering