This week: Our Collage Nite, Scholastic Reception & Ceremony, and Our Blacksburg Weaving Sampler Class
This week is packed with creativity, learning, and artistic celebration—don’t miss out!
Returning for its second month at the FAC: Collage Nites!
Looking for a relaxed, creative outlet? Join us for Collage Nites, a free monthly event for adults (age 15+) where you can explore art, experiment with supplies, and connect with fellow creatives!
Join us on Thursday, February 20, from 5-8 p.m. at the Fine Arts Center in Pulaski
🖌️ We’ll provide materials (but feel free to bring your own!)
💬 Meet new people and enjoy a casual night of making art together.
💸 Free to attend, donations are welcome to replenish supplies!
Space is limited to 10 participants, register online to secure your spot!
Join Us Saturday, February 22 for Our Scholastic Reception and Awards Ceremony
The Fine Arts Center has been the Southwest Virginia Affiliate for the Scholastic Art Awards for more than 20 years, serving a region that includes students in 23 counties and the independent cities and towns within them.
This year, almost 500 entries were submitted across all categories. High School Gold Key winners will automatically move forward to the national competition.
Educators and families are encouraged to attend the Closing Reception and Awards Ceremony for the Scholastic Exhibition.
Schedule (February 22, 2025):
The Reception will start at noon in the Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley.
The Awards Ceremony will begin at 2:00 p.m. at the Historic Pulaski Theatre.
Following the Awards, Educators may pick up their students’ art.
New at Our Blacksburg Location on February 21: Our Weaving Sampler Class Lead by Nikki Pynn
Try your hand at weaving in this 2 hour class. Learn the basics on a Rigid Heddle Loom, dress the loom, weave and finish with a hem-stitch to make a hanging sampler. All materials included.
*Fee: $25 members / $31.25 non-members
Friday February 21 (2-4 p.m.)
Instructor: Nikki Pynn
Held at our Blacksburg location (860 University City Boulevard, Suite 105)
Advanced Registration Required