Piedmont Arts - Martinsville, VA

October 16, 2024

Foster Gallery Reception

4:00PM at Piedmont Arts

Join Piedmont Art and Charity League for a reception honoring students with work on display in the Foster Gallery. Exhibiting students and their families are invited to attend.

The Foster Gallery showcases work by students from Martinsville and Henry County schools. Exhibits are curated every six to eight week, allowing work by students from all 19 area schools to be displayed during the year.

For over 25 years, the Foster Gallery has been generously curated by Charity League of Martinsville and Henry County. Piedmont Arts and Charity League believe that fostering an early exposure to the arts is critical for a well-rounded educational experience.

Exhibit dates	Reception	Schools
Sept. 10 – 28	Wednesday, Sept. 18	Teachers
Oct. 1 – 25	Wednesday, Oct. 16	Albert Harris Elementary Patrick Henry Elementary
Nov. 12 – Dec. 7	Wednesday, Nov. 20	Bassett High School Carlisle Upper School Magna Vista High School Martinsville High School
Dec. 10 – Jan. 25	Wednesday, Jan. 8	Campbell Court Elementary Rich Acres Elementary Drewry Mason Elementary
Jan. 28 – March 1	Wednesday, Feb. 19	Fieldale-Collinsville Middle School Laurel Park Middle School Martinsville Middle School
March 4 – April 12	Wednesday, March 12	Carlisle Lower School Meadowview Elementary Mt. Olivet Elementary GW Carver Elementary
April 15 – May 10	Wednesday, April 30	Axton Elementary Sanville Elementary Stanleytown Elementary

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November 7, 2024 - December 5, 2024

Bob Ross Painting Class

9:30AM at Piedmont Arts

Ages: 14 to adult

Learn Bob Ross’s famous painting technique with certified instructor Naomi Hodge-Muse. Students should bring a roll of paper towels, all other supplies provided. Advanced registration required.

Sept. 5	Little House by the Road
Oct. 3	Mountain Magic
Nov. 7	Country Charm
Dec. 5	Western Plains

Buy Tickets:

Bob Ross Painting Class (November) - Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 9:30 AM

@ $75.00 ea. - Member
@ $85.00 ea. - Non-Member

Bob Ross Painting Class (December) - Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 9:30 AM

@ $75.00 ea. - Member
@ $85.00 ea. - Non-Member

October 11, 2024 - December 6, 2024

Needle Felting

2:30PM at Piedmont Arts

Learn the art of needle felting with instructor Belle Thomas. All supplies included. Advanced registration required.

$30 for member
$35 for non-members

Class dates:

Oct. 11	Pumpkin Fairy
Nov. 15	3D Presents
Dec. 6	Santa Belt Ornament

Buy Tickets:

Needle Felting (November) - Friday, November 15, 2024 - 2:30 PM

@ $30.00 ea. - Member
@ $35.00 ea. - Non-member

Needle Felting (December) - Friday, December 6, 2024 - 2:30 PM

@ $30.00 ea. - Member
@ $35.00 ea. - Non-member

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December 10, 2024

Yoga in the Galleries

6:00PM at Piedmont Arts

Enjoy a relaxing yoga session with instructor Ally Snead. Bring your own mat and equipment.

$5 for members
$10 for non-members
Cash only (pay instructor)

October 16, 2024 - December 18, 2024

Open Studio

1:00PM at Piedmont Arts

Artists of all ages are invited to craft and create together from 1 – 4 pm, Wednesdays, in the classroom. Sessions are self-guided and provide a space to socialize, learn, and share with fellow artists. Bring your own supplies.

Free to members
$5 for non-members
Pay at the door

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October 22, 2024 - May 27, 2025

Chix with Stix

10:30AM at Piedmont Arts

Ages: 12 to adult

Knitters are invited to work together from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in the Piedmont Arts classroom. Sessions are self-guided and provide a space to socialize while creating. Bring your own supplies.