Come meet the talented ClearWater Arts Center & Studios artists in action in the creative sanctuary of their art studio!

Feel free to pop by, ask them questions, and soak in the artistic vibes.

This event is reoccurring and happens every 2nd Saturday of the month!

This event is always free to the public and always accepting of all people.

Come mingle with the creative person that's right next door.

Thanks to you all & hope to see you there! 🎨🎉

GINGERBREAD HOUSE TILES PUBLIC CLAY WORKSHOP!

2 Hr Workshop

Join us to make a delightful Gingerbread House Tile perfect to add whimsy to your home for the holidays!

This 2-hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$30 for City of Concord Residents 🏠

$35 for Non-Residents 🏘️

All materials are included in the price. 💰

*Due to the multi-step firing process, projects will be ready a few weeks after completion. 🔥🏺🔥🏺🔥🏺🔥🏺🔥

Link in our bio on Instagram or visit https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc and look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  ClearWater Ceramics Center is a City of Concord Parks & Rec Facility➡️🏃🤸🧑‍🦽🏋️🏊⛹️🧘🏃🤸🧑‍🦽🏋️🏊⛹️🧘 ➡️🏃🤸🧑‍🦽🏋️🏊⛹️🧘🏃🤸🧑‍🦽🏋️🏊⛹️🧘

CLEARWATER ARTS HOLIDAY MARKET 2024 !

ClearWater Arts Center & Studios invites you to its second annual Holiday Market to sell* or shop!

Join the ClearWater Tenant Artists - 13 individual artists, the Cabarrus Art Guild (CAG) and the Southern Piedmont Woodturners (SPW) - along with other local artists and artisans, selling their original hand-crafted wares! Enjoy a celebratory atmosphere and explore ClearWater’s expansive site while finding one-of-a-kind gift ideas and exceptional art that are sure to delight everyone on your gift list.

Everyone is welcome;

• Open Studios/ Local Artists

• Original Art for sale

• Food Trucks

• Light Holiday Refreshments & Music

• Gifts for Sale – Arts, Pottery & Other Crafts by local Artisans

• All Original; Wide Variety

An event not to be missed!

Artists will be set up in studios and/or on sale tables in the Main Gallery upstairs, the Pass & Greenway Gallery downstairs, and in the newer Ceramics Center building.

*Guest Vendors, space is limited; Register online by Nov. 23 or before all spaces fill! (QR code on the flier at right goes straight to the Vendor Registration page). First come, first served (Registration opened 9/1/24).

ClearWater's Ceramics Center, too, will be open with its Saturday ‘Intro to Clay’ class in session 10am - 12:30pm and a Public Workshop, "Gingerbread House Tiles" clay craft class from 2pm - 4pm … open for viewing! (Register in advance to take the Public Workshop or any Ceramics Course; see our Civic Rec Registration online.)

A New Exhibition of ClearWater Tenant Artists' art will be featured in the Main Gallery - Installation is the previous day. Be the first to see the new show!

Saturday, December 7th, 2024: 10am – 4pm

ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord NC 28025

FIRST FRIDAYS WHEEL WORKSHOP

COME LEARN WITH US!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

Scroll Down For Registration Instructions…

This clay workshop is perfect for anyone interested in experiencing pottery in a fun and social setting! Enjoy an introductory session at the potter's wheel while learning basic techniques to create your own unique functional pottery piece. All items made during the workshop are safe for food use, including dishwashers, and microwaves! Create something beautifully unique that you can enjoy for years to come, all in a casual and comfortable environment.

🎈😄🎈😄🎈😄🎈😄🎈

This 2.5-hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$60 for City of Concord Residents 🏡

$73 for Non-residents 🏘️

*Please note that the studio will process the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥

🎨🏺🎨🏺🎨

#clearwaterartsnc #clearwaterncartists #concordncartists #fineart #cityofconcordnc #thingstodoinconcordnc #downtownconcord #ceramics #ceramicsart #ceramicsstudio #handmadeceramics #ceramicsclass #ceramics #pottery #potterystudio #potteryofinstagram #potteryart #potterydesign #potteryclass #potteryforall #clayart #clay #clayworkshop #publicclayworkshop #claycraft #clayworkshop #1stfridays #firstfridays 

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

*CERAMIC JEWELRY MAKING PUBLIC CLAY WORKSHOP*

2 Hr Workshop

This 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$45 for City of Concord Residents

$53 for Non-residents

All materials included in price.

*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

*HOLIDAY LUMINARIES PUBLIC CLAY WORKSHOP*

2 Hr Workshop

‘Tis The Season to make gifts for your loved ones, even if that loved one is yourself! 😇

Light up your home with a lovely glowing Holiday Luminary made by YOU, just in time to brighten up your holiday table. ❄️☃️❄️☃️❄️

This 2-hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level. 

$30 for City of Concord Residents 🏠

$35 for Non-Residents 🏘️

All materials are included in the price. 💰

*Due to the multi-step firing process, projects will be ready a few weeks after completion. 🔥🏺🔥🏺🔥🏺🔥🏺🔥

Link in our bio on Instagram or visit https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc and look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  ClearWater Ceramics Center is a City of Concord Parks & Rec Facility➡️🏃🤸🧑‍🦽🏋️🏊⛹️🧘🏃🤸🧑‍🦽🏋️🏊⛹️🧘 

Free Demo with the CAG

by Johnna M. Ritchie

Rug Hooking

When: Sunday November 10, 2024

Time: 2:00-4:00

Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery

223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N. C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot

Retired high school art teacher, Johnna M. Ritchie has dabbled in all things art-related fromdrawing to painting, ceramics to sculpture, photography to mosaics, fibers and printmaking.

She has gained proficiency in various media so that she could assist her students in building their skills to aid their creativity. She has always been intrigued with fibers and until two years ago, had never tried rug hooking, a skill of her mother and her mother’s mother. She got hooked.

In rug hooking, she is mostly self-taught with the aid of published guides and encouragement from fellow hookers. Her hope is to use her years of artistic knowledge and drawing to help her translate portraits into realistic interpretations in the media of rug hooking. She uses hand-dyed, thrifted and purchased woven wool cut into very thin strips to create the form, line and value of the person’s face and features using small loops pulled through a linen fabric.

In her demonstration, she will show the evolution of her rug hooking development and theknowledge gained and current project(s) in progress.

No need to register.

This event is free and open to the public

Please arrive before 2:00 pm, so not to interrupt the presentation.

For more information, www.cabarrusartguild.org or call 704-920-6600

Come meet the talented ClearWater Arts Center & Studios artists in action in the creative sanctuary of their art studio!

Feel free to pop by, ask them questions, and soak in the artistic vibes.

This event is reoccurring and happens every 2nd Saturday of the month!

This event is always free to the public and always accepting of all people.

Come mingle with the creative person that's right next door.

Thanks to you all & hope to see you there! 🎨🎉

*COILED CASSEROLE DISH PUBLIC CLAY WORKSHOP*

2 Hr Workshop

Join us for a fun-filled public ceramics workshop here at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios Ceramics Center. Cook up your creativity and make a one-of-a-kind Casserole Dish to add a dash of whimsy to your homemade recipes! 

This 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$30 for City of Concord Residents

$35 for Non-residents

All materials included in price.

*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 

Scroll Down For Registration Instructions…

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

FIRST FRIDAYS WHEEL WORKSHOP

COME LEARN WITH US!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

Scroll Down For Registration Instructions…

This clay workshop is perfect for anyone interested in experiencing pottery in a fun and social setting! Enjoy an introductory session at the potter's wheel while learning basic techniques to create your own unique functional pottery piece. All items made during the workshop are safe for food use, including dishwashers, and microwaves! Create something beautifully unique that you can enjoy for years to come, all in a casual and comfortable environment.

🎈😄🎈😄🎈😄🎈😄🎈

This 2.5-hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$60 for City of Concord Residents 🏡

$73 for Non-residents 🏘️

*Please note that the studio will process the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥

🎨🏺🎨🏺🎨

#clearwaterartsnc #clearwaterncartists #concordncartists #fineart #cityofconcordnc #thingstodoinconcordnc #downtownconcord #ceramics #ceramicsart #ceramicsstudio #handmadeceramics #ceramicsclass #ceramics #pottery #potterystudio #potteryofinstagram #potteryart #potterydesign #potteryclass #potteryforall #clayart #clay #clayworkshop #publicclayworkshop #claycraft #clayworkshop #1stfridays #firstfridays 

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

*BOOKENDS PUBLIC CLAY WORKSHOP*

2 Hr Workshop

Calling all bibliophiles, writers, readers and book enthusiasts!! Join us for our Bookends Public Ceramics Workshop in celebration of National Book Month! Create personalized handmade bookends from slabs of clay, perfect for holding your cherished reads upright while adding an artisanal touch to your at-home library. 

This 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$30 for City of Concord Residents

$35 for Non-residents

All materials included in price.

*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 

Scroll Down For Registration Instructions…

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Wildlife Fine Art Demonstration with Walter Stanford

When: Sunday October 13, 2024

Time: 2:00-4:00

Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery

223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N. C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot

Topic: You are invited to join us for a demonstration/talk by Walter Stanford, Fine Artist, Designer and Illustrator.

Walter is a 1986 graduate of East Carolina University where he earned a BFA from the School of Art with a major in illustration and a minor in printmaking. Over the course of his career, he has worked as a national freelance illustrator, advertising art director and screen print artist. He now brings all these experiences together to create dramatic wildlife portraits. He brings the subject in close where the viewer can get a sense of the animal’s personality. As Walter states, “I want to bring that animal into a person’s home!”

Walter’s studio is in the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios in Concord and his works are represented by the Art Cellar Gallery in Banner Elk, NC.

No need to register.

This event is free and open to the public

Please arrive before 2:00 pm, so not to interrupt the presentation.

For more information, www.cabarrusartguild.org

Come meet the talented ClearWater Arts Center & Studios artists in action in the creative sanctuary of their art studio!

Feel free to pop by, ask them questions, and soak in the artistic vibes.

This event is reoccurring and happens every 2nd Saturday of the month!

This event is always free to the public and always accepting of all people.

Come mingle with the creative person that's right next door.

Thanks to you all & hope to see you there! 🎨🎉

Come join us for the Opening Reception:
CAG Annual Fall Judged Art Show, 2024

You are invited to the Guild’s Opening Reception on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 at 2pm ,in the Main Gallery at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord (Enter at main entrance on Crowell Drive NW). Winners will be announced and light refreshments will be served. Come and meet local artists and join us in celebrating their artwork. This is always a terrific event. Don't miss a moment!

No pre-registration is required.
Free event.

*Pinch Pot Pumpkins Public Clay Workshop*

1 Day, 2 Hour Workshop

Spooky Season is upon us!! Join us for an engaging Halloween public workshop where you will craft pinch pot pumpkins to adorn your space as unique decorations or jack-o-lantern luminaries! Embrace the Halloween season with an enriching workshop suitable for both you and your children. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the creative process, catering to all skill levels. Join us to craft art and cherish memorable moments together here at clearwater ceramics center!!

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$30 for City of Concord Residents

$35 for Non-residents

All materials included in price.

*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process.

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*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department  

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

FIRST FRIDAYS WHEEL WORKSHOP

COME LEARN WITH US!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

Scroll Down For Registration Instructions…

This clay workshop is perfect for anyone interested in experiencing pottery in a fun and social setting! Enjoy an introductory session at the potter's wheel while learning basic techniques to create your own unique functional pottery piece. All items made during the workshop are safe for food use, including dishwashers, and microwaves! Create something beautifully unique that you can enjoy for years to come, all in a casual and comfortable environment.

🎈😄🎈😄🎈😄🎈😄🎈

This 2.5-hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price. 

Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.

$60 for City of Concord Residents 🏡

$73 for Non-residents 🏘️

*Please note that the studio will process the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥

🎨🏺🎨🏺🎨

#clearwaterartsnc #clearwaterncartists #concordncartists #fineart #cityofconcordnc #thingstodoinconcordnc #downtownconcord #ceramics #ceramicsart #ceramicsstudio #handmadeceramics #ceramicsclass #ceramics #pottery #potterystudio #potteryofinstagram #potteryart #potterydesign #potteryclass #potteryforall #clayart #clay #clayworkshop #publicclayworkshop #claycraft #clayworkshop #1stfridays #firstfridays 

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Gibson Village Community meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 24th from 7-8 pm

Clearwater Arts Center and Studios Greenway Gallery (Lower Level)

ClearWater Arts Center & Studios Provides the venue for the Gibson Village Community Association, a Recognized Neighborhood Association of City of Concord NC, for its Community Meetings. Residents of the Gibson Village Neighborhood, in Concord NC are welcome to attend and learn about their community and meet each other.

Often, a selected 'authority' will be invited to share something of particular interest with the community. Members of Police and Code Enforcement attend to report on the latest crime statistics and receive community members' recommendations and answer questions. ClearWater Coordinator, Sarah Gay is usually there to give updates on the Arts Center.

ClearWater Arts does not determine the Agenda nor content of these meetings. For more information please see the Gibson Village Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gibsonvillage

WHERE TO GO: Meetings are held in the LOWER LEVEL Greenway Gallery; Go to the GLASS DOUBLE-DOORS facing Kerr Street near the driveway entrance from Kerr Street, at the end of our largest, long (‘Operations’) building.

The Main Entrance, at 223 Crowell Dr NW, is NOT open for these meetings.

Why is this neighborhood called Gibson Village? Because the houses were built for the workers at the Gibson Mill (@gibsonmillnc) near by.
(Gibson Mill now houses two breweries, a board game center, axe-throwing outlet, and come pretty sweet places to grab a bite! Oh yes and the giant antiques mall, The Depot...)

LIDDED BOXES CERAMICS WORKSHOP

AGES 12+

2 Hr Workshop

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*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Come meet the talented ClearWater Arts Center & Studios artists in action in the creative sanctuary of their art studio!

Feel free to pop by, ask them questions, and soak in the artistic vibes.

Feel free to pop by, ask them questions, and soak in the artistic vibes.

This event is reoccurring and happens every 2nd Saturday of the month!

This event is always free to the public and always accepting of all people.

Come mingle with the creative person that's right next door.

Thanks to you all & hope to see you there! 🎨🎉

Free Demo with the CAG

by Natalie Cranford

Learn About the Dual Primary Colors: It's More Than Red, Yellow and Blue

When: Sunday September 8, 2024

Time: 2:00-4:00

Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery

223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N. C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot

Our speaker, Natalie Cranford, is an art teacher, mom, wife and lifetime creator! In the art world, she enjoys color theory, hand building with clay, mixed media and paint. Natalie is a new Guild Member and we can all look forward to Natalie's art experience and enjoy learning with her!

No need to register.

This event is free and open to the public

Please arrive before 2:00 pm, so not to interrupt the presentation.

For more information, www.cabarrusartguild.org

Pouring Pitchers Workshop

Ages 12+

2 Hr Workshop

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*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Art Walk On Union/ ClearWater Arts:

ClearWater is in the Art Walk this year!

Join us 9/7/2024 for Art Walk on Union hosted by @cabarrusartscouncil in partnership with @concorddowntown and sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company. Art Walk on Union is an all-day arts festival for artists and makers to sell their handmade artwork. Art Walk will feature live music, food trucks, local brews, and wines.

🎨Art Walk on Union
📅: Saturday, September 7th
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, at 223 Crowell Drive NW, just a mile away, is participating as a satellite location!

Park at either location and take the comfy, air-conditioned shuttle van - provided courtesy of Concord-Kannapolis Rider Transit;

And also- for the first time,
ClearWater’s Ceramics Center will have a booth in the downtown fair, in addition to ClearWater Arts’s galleries, artist studios and Ceramics Center being open for visitors. At the Downtown booth, you can take part in a fun, free ceramic tile activity, enter a raffle for cool prizes, and purchase t-shirts from our t-shirt design contest! This will also be an off-site opportunity to sign up for upcoming classes and workshops while enjoying locally made art. We hope to see you there!

Grab the family and bring them to downtown Concord for a fun day. After visiting the artist’s booths, explore the shops, and restaurants downtown, visit the galleries at the Cabarrus Arts Council, or hop on the free shuttle to visit ClearWater Arts Center and Studios. Art Walk on Union vendors and music will be set up on Barbrick Ave. SW and Market St. SW.
Come visit us at the Cabarrus Arts Council's Art Walk on Union on Saturday, September 7th from 11AM-4PM! 

First Friday Wheel Workshop!

For 12 & Up—

Max 10 people! Registration closes Sept. 3— ENROLL NOW to save your spot!

Ideal for those interested in exploring pottery in a fun and social setting, this workshop offers an introductory experience at the potter’s wheel.

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All materials are included with the class; including glazing and additional firings handled by the studio. Please allow approximately 2-4 weeks for your work to be fully completed before arranging for pick up.

Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' tab. Use the Link (above) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab.

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Our community meeting is this Tuesday, August 27th from 7-8:15 pm at Clearwater Arts Center and Studios. Guests from the City of Concord Parks & Recreation will share updates about the park and engage with the community. Plus, we will cover other topics like the new mural, Coltrane-Webb redevelopment and more.

ClearWater Arts Center & Studios Provides the venue for the Gibson Village Community Association, a Recognized Neighborhood Association of City of Concord NC, for its Community Meetings. Residents of the Gibson Village Neighborhood, in Concord NC are welcome to attend and learn about their community and meet each other.

Often, a selected 'authority' will be invited to share something of particular interest with the community. Members of Police are there to report on the latest crime statistics and receive community members' recommendations and questions. ClearWater Coordinator Sarah Gay is usually there to give updates on the Arts Center.

Community Association President, Tara Bengle has recently been also making Community Meetings available on Zoom, for residents who cannot make it in person. The link is available on request.

WHERE TO GO: Meetings are held in the LOWER LEVEL Greenway Gallery; Go to the GLASS DOUBLE-DOORS facing Kerr Street near the driveway entrance from Kerr Street, at the end of our largest, long (‘Operations’) building.

The Main Entrance, at 223 Crowell Dr NW, is NOT open for these meetings.

Why is this neighborhood called Gibson Village? Because the houses were built for the workers at the Gibson Mill (@gibsonmillnc) near by.
(Gibson Mill now houses two breweries, a board game center, axe-throwing outlet, and come pretty sweet places to grab a bite! Oh yes and the giant antiques mall, The Depot...)

ClearWater Arts does not determine the Agenda nor content of these meetings. For more information please use the Gibson Village Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gibsonvillage

*Ceramic Picnic Trays Workshop*

1 Day, 2 Hour Workshop

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Join us at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, in the Ceramics Center for a unique public workshop, "PICNIC TRAYS" led by our dedicated Instructor, Deborah Arbes! During this event, you will handcraft a personalized Picnic Tray of your own, with hand-building techniques Deborah will teach you as you go!

All materials are provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination. We look forward to having you learn with us.

Note, this Workshop replaces the former program of Wall Pockets (which may be offered at a later date).

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Don’t Miss the Opening Reception and Artist Talk!

Jerome Hall Western Art!

Opening Reception & Artist Talk

Saturday, August 10, 2024

3:00 p.m. until 5 p.m.

ClearWater Main Gallery

Come meet this accomplished artist and hear him discuss his passion while being able to ask him questions!

FREE and Open to the Public! Free Parking all around our Site.

Exhibition will be On View in our Main Gallery Aug. 3, 2024 thru Sept. 28, 2024