North Hills Art Center upcoming events

A-103 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Monday Mornings (FA26) (October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 28

Ages 16+

This 6-week class is for all skill levels as we explore both wheel throwing and hand building techniques. Learn the basics of clay work or build upon your skill level with more advanced pieces. The last class will focus on glazing. All materials included.

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Mondays 10/5 - 11/16 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/9)

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A-118 Animal Sculpture (FA26) (October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 14

Ages 13+

Learn the solid build technique to make a sculpture of an animal in a fun pose! Decorate with underglazes like never before. Previous handbuilding experience is helpful, but not necessary. Come to class with an animal in mind and with reference photos. We sculpt in 3D so you need multiple angles of your animal. Printed references are preferred, but your phone will do.

All materials included.

Instructor: Katie Botterman

Dates: Mondays 9/21 - 10/19 (4 sessions)

No class 10/12

Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A-141 Spinnin Wheel Got to Go Round (FA26) (October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 1

Ages 18+

Wedge it, center it, open it up, pull it up, shape it, wire it off, let it dry, trim it, and you’re ready for bisque firing. If all of that sounded like a foreign language to you, this is the beginner wheel class for you. We will cover all the beginner basics you need to know to start your personal pottery journey. No experience needed. All materials included.

Instructor: Rick Antestenis

Dates: Tuesdays 9/8 - 10/20 (6 sessions)

No class 10/13

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

C-102 Spin to Win (FA26) (October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 23

Ages 11-14

Get ready to spin to win! In this fun, hands-on 5 week pottery class, young artists will learn the exciting art of throwing clay on the pottery wheel. Students will explore the fundamentals of wheel throwing while creating cylinders, mugs, and bowls. Perfect for beginners. All materials included.

Instructor: Amy Giesy

Dates: Wednesdays 9/30 - 11/4 (5 sessions)
No class 10/28

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

A-104 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Thursdays (FA26) (October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 24

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Thursdays 10/1 - 11/12 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/5)

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A-103 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Monday Mornings (FA26) (October 26, 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 28

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Mondays 10/5 - 11/16 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/9)

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A-102 Yay! Clay! (FA26) (October 26, 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 7

Ages 13+

This class will introduce you to working with clay, from throwing on the wheel, to hand building, to glazing. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced student, all are welcome to learn new things and to further develop their skills.

All materials included.

Instructor: Katie Botterman

Dates: Mondays 9/14 - 10/26 (6 sessions)

No class 10/19
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A-128 Wheel & Chill (FA26) (October 28, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 9

Ages 18+

This is your midweek escape to slow down, get creative and leave stress at the door. This relaxing evening class offers a fun and supportive space to unwind, learn wheel throwing techniques, experiment with clay, and enjoy the satisfaction of making something with your own hands. Hump Day is the new Friday! All materials included.

Instructor: Beth Baskinger

Dates: Wednesdays 9/16 - 10/28 (6 sessions)

No class 10/21

Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A-104 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Thursdays (FA26) (October 29, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 24

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Thursdays 10/1 - 11/12 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/5)

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A-103 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Monday Mornings (FA26) (November 02, 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 28

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Mondays 10/5 - 11/16 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/9)

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A-140 Spin Into the Season (FA26) (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 28

Ages 18+

Join in for a fun wheel throwing mini class designed to help you create handmade gifts just in time for the holidays. Whether you’re new to the wheel or looking to refresh your skills, you’ll learn how to throw, trim, and glaze unique pieces. Perfect for anyone who wants to get creative and have a handmade holiday. All materials included.

Instructor: Beth Baskinger

Dates: Wednesdays 11/4 - 12/2 (4 sessions)

No class 11/25

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

C-102 Spin to Win (FA26) (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 23

Ages 11-14

Dates: Wednesdays 9/30 - 11/4 (5 sessions)
No class 10/28

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

A-122 Jar Seminar (FA26) (November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 30

Ages 18+

Let’s make some jars. Just jars! And more jars! And lids! Because jars need lids; cap lids, sunken lids, rounded lids. And lids sit on flanges and in galleries. So much to learn. Join us as we tackle the essential techniques to create jars on the wheel. Experience is required for this class. You must have completed a 6 week class at NHAC and be able to throw a cylinder on the wheel. All materials included.

Instructor: Laura Schnarrenberger

Dates: Fridays 11/6 - 11/27 (3 sessions)

No class 11/20
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

A-140 Spin Into the Season (FA26) (November 11, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 28

Ages 18+

Instructor: Beth Baskinger

Dates: Wednesdays 11/4 - 12/2 (4 sessions)

No class 11/25

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A-104 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Thursdays (FA26) (November 12, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 24

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Thursdays 10/1 - 11/12 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/5)

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A-122 Jar Seminar (FA26) (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 30

Ages 18+

Instructor: Laura Schnarrenberger

Dates: Fridays 11/6 - 11/27 (3 sessions)

No class 11/20
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

WS-122 Winter Trees, Gnomes, & Santas (FA26) (November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 7
Ages 18+

Using a variety of handbuilding techniques, we will make trees, gnomes, and Santas, all starting with a cone shape. These will be finalized with colorful glazes, ready to add to your holiday décor! No clay experience needed for this fun workshop. All materials included.

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Saturdays 11/14 & 11/28
No class 11/21
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

WS-109 Clay Gingerbread House (FA26) (November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 7

Ages 16+

Liven up your holiday decorations with a hand built gingerbread house made out of clay. We will be using templates, slabs, sprig molds, stamps, and shape cutters to create our "candy" decorated houses. The houses will be finished with a variety of colorful ceramic glazes, making them absolutely irresistible. All materials included.

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Saturdays 11/14 & 11/28 (2 sessions)
No class 11/21

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A-103 Let’s Throw Some Clay! - Monday Mornings (FA26) (November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: September 28

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Mondays 10/5 - 11/16 (6 sessions)

(No class 11/9)

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A-123 Historical Coil Pot (FA26) (November 16, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 9

Ages 16+

Coil building is one of the oldest pottery methods. It can be used to create complex forms with various curves. You will create one medium to large vessel inspired by a historical form of your choosing. Over the 4 weeks of class, we will build, refine, and decorate the pots to perfection.

All materials included.

Instructor: Katie Botterman

Dates: Mondays 11/16 - 12/14 (4 sessions)

No class 12/7
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A-140 Spin Into the Season (FA26) (November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 28

Ages 18+

Instructor: Beth Baskinger

Dates: Wednesdays 11/4 - 12/2 (4 sessions)

No class 11/25

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A-123 Historical Coil Pot (FA26) (November 23, 2026)

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 9

Ages 16+

All materials included.

Instructor: Katie Botterman

Dates: Mondays 11/16 - 12/14 (4 sessions)

No class 12/7
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A-122 Jar Seminar (FA26) (November 27, 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 30

Ages 18+

Instructor: Laura Schnarrenberger

Dates: Fridays 11/6 - 11/27 (3 sessions)

No class 11/20
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

WS-122 Winter Trees, Gnomes, & Santas (FA26) (November 28, 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 7
Ages 18+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Saturdays 11/14 & 11/28
No class 11/21
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

WS-109 Clay Gingerbread House (FA26) (November 28, 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 7

Ages 16+

Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

Dates: Saturdays 11/14 & 11/28 (2 sessions)
No class 11/21

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A-123 Historical Coil Pot (FA26) (November 30, 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 9

Ages 16+

All materials included.

Instructor: Katie Botterman

Dates: Mondays 11/16 - 12/14 (4 sessions)

No class 12/7
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A-140 Spin Into the Season (FA26) (December 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: October 28

Ages 18+

Instructor: Beth Baskinger

Dates: Wednesdays 11/4 - 12/2 (4 sessions)

No class 11/25

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A-123 Historical Coil Pot (FA26) (December 14, 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration deadline: November 9

Ages 16+

All materials included.

Instructor: Katie Botterman

Dates: Mondays 11/16 - 12/14 (4 sessions)

No class 12/7
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm