LEDC / Utility Works

Interested in clay but not sure where to start? This one-day crash course will give you the opportunity for hands-on experience!Interested in clay but not sure where to start? Still getting a feel for the medium? This one-day crash course will give you the opportunity for hands-on experience without the commitment of a class. Students will learn basic throwing techniques in a non-judgmental environment, and will choose one pot to fire at the end of the class. No experience with clay needed! Advanced beginner and intermediate potters are welcome.Saturday March 16th, 10-1pm

Grab your friends and family and join the MakerSpace for a basic lesson in sewing.A beginner class to sewing. In this class you will:Learn how to thread the machineMake some basic stitches Create a simple sewing project. Students must bring a sewing machine, all other sewing supplies will be provided.

This one-day workshop is designed for students who want to create something unique and personal - a perfect Mothers Day gift!This one-day workshop is designed for students who want to create something unique and personal that is also functional for everyday use - a perfect Mothers Day gift! Students will learn basic hand building and surface decoration techniques to create a handmade mug. No experience with clay needed! Advanced beginner and intermediate potters are welcome.Saturday April 13th, 10am-12pm

Grab your friends and family and join the MakerSpace for a basic lesson in sewing. The starting class for the sewing series.A beginner class to our sewing series taught by Tiara orange. These classes are recommended before taking her more advance classes, "Make You Own Clothes" series.In this class you will:Learn how to thread your machineMake some basic stitchesCreate a simple sewing project.Students must bring a sewing machine, all other sewing supplies will be provided.

Ready to get your hands dirty? Join us for this one day hand-building class and community plant swap!Ready to get your hands dirty? Join us for this one day handbuilding class and community plant swap! Students will learn basic hand building and surface decoration techniques to create a handmade planter. No experience with clay needed! Advanced beginner and intermediate potters are welcome. Please bring a plant or cutting to swap with fellow students.Saturday April 27, 10-2:30pm

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you can learn how to make your own basic top or dress from scratch!Must bring your own sewing machine!This is a series of how to make your own clothes taught by Tiara Orange. It is recommended you take her "for beginners" classes first before attending these more advance classes. Keep a look out for those classes held on the 3rd thursday every month from 6-8.Anyone participating in the classes will need to bring the required supplies to do the class. Pattern name and number is listed along a with link to

Join us on May 18th at 3:00 PM to learn how to turn your art into real products you can sell in your online store.From Concept to CreationDate: May 18thTime: 3pm-4pmLocation: Utility Works MakerSpaceCALLING ALL ARTIST & CREATIVES. Transform your art into any product! Join us and learn how to effortlessly build a website that generates passive income. Create products once with your design and sell them an infinite amount of times without shipping any products. Little to no start-up cost! Invest in yourself! Your ART is worth it. YOU are worth it! Now is the time to create the

Eco Impressions: Art for a Sustainable Future features 19 artists whose work was created with the environment in mind.Eco Impressions: Art for a Sustainable Future features 20 artists whose work was created with the environment in mind. From work that employs sustainable practices or eco-friendly materials to directly addressing topics such as climate change, waste, and pollution, the included work asks viewers to consider their consumption and impact on our planet.Kathy Andersen | Lorelle Becton | Jeff Brown | Jenna CaveGinny Cave | Christine M. Du Bois | Holly Guertin | Heidi HammelNicole Johns | Jen Loyle | Jose Trejo

Grab your friends and family and join the MakerSpace for a basic lesson in sewing. The starting class for the sewing series.A beginner class to our sewing series taught by Tiara orange. These classes are recommended before taking her more advance classes, "Make You Own Clothes" series.In this class you will:Learn how to thread your machineMake some basic stitchesCreate a simple sewing project.Students must bring a sewing machine, all other sewing supplies will be provided.Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

Come join us for a festive Juneteenth Celebration filled with music,food,and community as we honor and commemorate African American freedom.Welcome to the Juneteenth Celebration!Come join us for a day filled with music, food, and fun at 30 N Lansdowne Ave. Let's commemorate the end of slavery in the United States with live performances, delicious food vendors, and activities for the whole family. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate freedom and unity with your community. The day will start with a flag-raising, singing, and keynote speakers at Borough Greene, in front of Borough Hall, at 1:30PM. There will be

Learn the essentials of Canva in our fun and interactive workshop!Canva BasicsHey there! Are you ready to unleash your creativity with Canva? Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you'll learn all the basics of this amazing design tool. Whether you're a beginner or just looking to brush up on your skills, this event is perfect for you!Our event will be held at Utility Works MakerSpace, - the end product of a 2 hr class will be a summer journal for kids to color in and record memories. We will also review how to order the journal for

Join us this summer for a three day wheel throwing intensive. We’ll cover the entire process of crafting functional ceramic tableware.Join us this summer for a three day wheel throwing intensive. We’ll cover the entire process of crafting functional ceramic tableware, including throwing, trimming, underglaze surface decoration, glazing and how to load and fire an electric kiln! Demos will be tailored to the small group’s interests and skill levels. We will throw cups and bowls, and more advanced students will learn closed and lidded forms. We’ll also view images of ceramics ancient to contemporary. Students will get individualized attention, from

Want to learn how to use a Glowforge? Then this class is for you! This class is a requirement for UW members wanting to use the Glowforge.COURSE DESCRIPTIONBy now you’ve probably seen the commercials floating around about the Glowforge cutter / engraver machine and the amazing things it can do and create; and if you haven’t, then go check out their website https://glowforge.com to get an idea of just how awesome this thing really is! In this certification class you will be sitting down with MakerSpace Manager Evan Ludwig to make a custom keychain. He will teach you the basics

This 8 week course will teach beginning wheel throwing and ceramic glazing skills.What makes a cup a cup? What makes a cup a “good” cup? Why do we use some cups in our cabinet more often than others? This 8 week course will teach beginning wheel throwing and ceramic glazing skills by exploring these questions. We will cover the entire process of making a wheel thrown ceramic cup, including design ideation, throwing, trimming, making handles, and surface decoration. We will also view images of cup designs ancient to modern, and explore our own mug collections. By producing small, functional forms

Delve into the fascinating world of ocarinas and create your very own instrument!This workshop offers a unique opportunity for participants with some clay working experience to delve into the fascinating world of ocarinas and create their very own instruments.Introduction to Ocarinas:Explore the history and cultural significance of ocarinas, learning the physics of how they produce sound.Crafting Techniques:Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, participants will gain hands-on experience with clay to create their ocarinas. Step-by-step instruction will cover essential techniques like shaping, carving, and finishing a basic pinch-pot ocarina.Tuning and Playing:Learn the basics of tuning your ocarina and explore simple

Join us at Utility Works this spooky season to make expressive ceramic masks to adorn the walls of your haunted house.Join us at Utility Works this spooky season to make expressive ceramic masks to adorn the walls of your haunted house. Using clay slabs and newspaper molds, students will carve, pinch, and sculpt unique halloween masks. Then, we'll paint our masks with bright underglaze colors. Masks will be ready to pick up in two weeks, fully fired and finished with picture wire, ready to hang!------Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible

Get creative & civic at our Vote Sign-Making Event! Join neighbors to craft your own posters. Let's make our voices seen!🎨🗳️ Vote Sign-Making EventJoin us for a creative and civic-minded event at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne! In collaboration with Women Creating Community Lansdowne, we're hosting a series of Vote Sign-Making workshops where residents are invited to design and craft their own posters celebrating civic engagement. It’s a great opportunity to bring neighbors together, express your artistic side, and make your voice seen in the community!Whether you’re an artist or a first-time creator, everyone is welcome to participate. Materials will

Want to learn how to make your own clothes? Grab your friends and family and get started with some basic sewing classes at the MakerSpace!A beginner class for sewing. Tiara Orange will be showing you the basics to start your sewing journey.In this class you will learn the following basics:Learn how to thread your machineMake some basic stitchesCreate a simple sewing project.Students must bring a sewing machine, all other sewing supplies will be provided.+++++++++Accessibility Statement of MakerSpace:At MakerSpace, our unwavering commitment is to provide a welcoming and accessible environment for all individuals, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to

Join Sara Burns from Kiss My Soul to learn the skill of candle making.Join Sara Burns from Kiss My Soul to learn the skill of candle making. Make three scented soy candles of your own, which you can customize and decorate. Choose Cranberry, Egg Nog, and/or Bayberry scents. Keep them all or give them as holiday gifts! You can also design your own label; we provide labels, stickers, bling, markers, and more, so you can personalize each candle's label.Attendees will also have a chance at winning other Kiss My Soul handmade products as prizes.Minimum age 11, accompanied by an adult.+++++++++++At

In this three hour workshop, we'll use speckled stoneware and glazes to create beautiful custom Christmas ornaments.In this two hour workshop, we'll use speckled stoneware and glazes to create beautiful custom Christmas ornaments. Give them as a gift or add them to your family's collection! No clay experience necessary, perfect for beginners! Your work will be fired by Utility Works staff and ready for pick up by December 13th.-----Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible via stairs. The class requires participants to be able to sit and/or stand for the duration

In this three hour workshop, we'll use pinching and coiling techniques to create beautiful freeform menorahs from speckled stoneware.In this two hour workshop, we'll use pinching and coiling techniques to create beautiful freeform menorahs/hanukiahs from speckled stoneware. Students will paint their menorahs with underglaze. Your work will be clear-glazed and fired by Utility Works staff and ready for pick up by December 13th. No clay experience necessary, perfect for beginners!-----Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible via stairs. The class requires participants to be able to sit and/or stand for the

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

In this class for intermediate pottery students and plucky beginners, we will throw complete place settings: cups, bowls, and plates.In this class for intermediate pottery students and plucky beginners, we will throw complete place settings: cups, bowls, and plates. We'll also explore table accessories like vases, pitchers, lidded jars, chopstick/knife rests, and salt and pepper shakers. For eight weeks, students will work to craft a personal place setting with unified design. More experienced students will have time to craft multiple place settings. Instruction will focus on building throwing and trimming skills, design planning, and surface decoration.Class will run Tuesday nights

Join us for the public reception of Phase 2 at the Kiosk Gallery in Lansdowne!Opening ReceptionFriday January 17th 6-8 pmKiosk Gallery @ Utility Works32 East Lansdowne Ave."Phase 2" by Kiarra Williams invites you to explore the experiences and transformations of recent years, capturing both the beauty and the challenges of life.Kiarra's drawings and portraits delve into her personal connections with family, spirituality, and passions. Her work speaks to universal themes, allowing viewers to see parts of their own stories within her art.This exhibition is dedicated to the Bi-Poc community and those who navigate complex family relationships and generational trauma. We

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

In this hour workshop, you will get an introduction to the Sawgrass Sublimation Printer and Heat Press and leave here with a custom mugReady to unleash your creativity? Join us at the Makerspace for a hands-on Glowforge workshop! Learn the basics of sublimating and heat pressing while crafting personalized mugs. Topics include Sawgrass Printer and heatpress equipment introduction, safety, file download, prep, and execution. Complete this class and get signed off to use the heat press and to start making your own projects AND leave with your very own mug!Pricing:Everyone is welcome at this workshop! You do not have to

In this hour workshop, you will get an introduction to the glow forge and make a cute holiday card.Ready to unleash your creativity? Join us at the Makerspace for a hands-on Glowforge workshop! Learn the basics of laser cutting and engraving while crafting adorable holiday cards. Topics include Glowforge equipment introduction, safety, file download, prep, and execution. Complete this class and get signed off to use the Glowforge and to start making your own projects! Leave with a cute Valentines Day Card, which you can either decorate in the MakerSpace or at home.Pricing:Everyone is welcome at this workshop! You do

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

TheLEDC's Art Committee invites you to celebrate the opening of our newest art exhibit, "Object Memory" on Saturday, February 22, from 5-8 PThe LEDC's Art Committee invites you to join us for the opening reception for Object Memory on Saturday, February 22, from 5-8 PM at the 20*20 Gallery in Lansdowne, PA.Without prompting, some objects have the ability to transport us to another time and place. These imprints, however, are often fragile and fallible — shaped by telling, retelling, omission, and embellishment.In Object Memory, artists Jen Blazina and Ashley Catharine Smith collect, mend, and revise objects — some inherited from

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Come and learn how to use the accuquilt die cutter, the Baby Lock Embroidery Machine, a sewing machine to make unique quilt square or panelQuilt Square Making WorkshopJoin us for a creative and hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to make a beautiful quilt square using a variety of tools and techniques! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this workshop is perfect for everyone.What You'll Learn:How to use the Accuquilt die cutter for precise fabric cutting.How to operate the Baby Lock embroidery machine to add intricate designs.Basic sewing techniques using a sewing machine to stitch together your quilt

Come with a partner, friend, or anyone else and learn to tuft your very own rug!Looking for a unique date night or a fun evening with a friend? Join us for a cozy, intimate tufting class where you'll learn to create your own small rug! 🧶✨ Our space is accessible, though keep in mind that tufting involves standing for extended periods due to frame height. Come craft something special and make it a night to remember! 💕About the Artist:Liv Lamborn (@Tufted by Liv) is a South Philadelphia-based fiber artist who started tufting in 2020 during the pandemic alongside their sister.

Come and enjoy your favorite Winter Market and plant your first seeds of the season!Join us on March 15th for the Lansdowne Winter Market and a special Seed Planting Event! Shop from amazing vendors, connect with the community, and get your hands in the soil as we welcome the coming season. Let’s grow together! 🌱✨

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Join us on March 29th from 2:00–3:30 PM at Utility Works for a hands-on workshop on best practices for art and craft fair booths.Join us on March 29th from 2:00–3:30 PM at Utility Works for a hands-on workshop on best practices for art and craft fair booths. Led by national merchandising expert Anne Cecil, this workshop will cover five key factors to help you maximize sales and profits: Product Assortment, Pricing, Booth/Table Merchandising & Presentation, and Customer Service.The workshop will begin with a lecture on best practices in these areas, followed by an analysis of two in-person booth setups featuring

Come and enjoy your favorite Winter Market but with a Egg-celent Scavenger hunt!Join us on April 19th for the Lansdowne Winter Market and our fun, inclusive Eggnostic Egg Hunt! Enjoy amazing vendors, a vibrant community, and an egg -citing scavenger hunt open to all. Don’t miss out on the springtime fun! 🌸🥚

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Join us on either April 24th or 27th for a community meeting to help shape the future of Lansdowne through art, business, and community!The Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is crafting a five-year strategic plan as part of our Main Street Matters designation renewal. This plan will drive our efforts to empower the community, strengthen connections between artists and residents, and build a more resilient small business ecosystem.Join us at one of two community meetings where we’ll share our draft plan and invite feedback from residents, artists, business owners, and stakeholders. Attend whichever works best for your schedule, as both

Designed to showcase Lansdowne’s ongoing commitment to the arts, the Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 70+ juried artists, live music, performances, demonstrations, activities for the kids, food trucks and a beer garden. Founded in 2003 by the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the festival now celebrates 21 years of showcasing art and crafts in Delaware County. The 21st anniversary event is scheduled for Sunday, May 4th, 2025, from 12pm-6pm. The festival is free to the public.

Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 50+ juried artists, performances, demonstrations and more!Designed to showcase Lansdowne’s ongoing commitment to the arts, the Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 50+ juried artists, performances, demonstrations, activities for the kids, food trucks and a beer garden.Founded in 2003 by the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the festival now celebrates 21 years of showcasing art and crafts in Delaware County. The 21st anniversary event is scheduled for Sunday, October 20th, 2024, from 12pm-6pm. The festival is free to the public.

Come join up for the opening reception of Sarah Tremain's Pop up ShopOpening ReceptionFriday May 16th 6-8 pmKiosk Gallery @ Utility Works32 East Lansdowne Ave.Step into a world where fashion meets art, sustainability, and healing. The Sarah Tremain Pop-Up Shop at Utility Works' Kiosk Gallery features a curated collection of sustainable, one-of-a-kind garments and accessories, each printed with artwork by Tremain Smith.This special event offers more than beautiful, ethically made clothing; it is a space for connection, creativity, and conscious living. Explore upcycled garments, printed scarves, and other wearable art pieces that tell stories and spark conversation.Founded by Tremain's daughter,

Community Focus Groups For: Creatives, Business Owners, Vendors, and Community Members.Do you feel engaged, empowered, and equipped to take on your dreams in the Lansdowne community? You deserve to. As a town full of diverse and intergenerational creatives, entrepreneurs, and community activists, let's make sure everyone, including underrepresented voices, are heard. You are needed. This May, the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is hosting small creative focus groups that make space for real talk and real connections. No panels. No lectures. Whether you've felt left out or just want to help build a more connected future, we need your voice

Join us for an intimate Curators Talk & Tour of "Homecoming" at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne!The LEDC’s Art Committee warmly invites you to join us for a special Curators Talk and Tour of Homecoming, an exhibition celebrating the layered realities of LGBTQIA+ domestic life, on Saturday, May 17, from 6-7.30 PM at the 20*20 Gallery in Lansdowne, PA. Light refreshments will be served.Curated by Meg Wolensky, Homecoming brings together 20 artists from the Greater Philadelphia Area whose work invokes the comforts and complications of LGBTQIA+ domestic life across intersectional and intergenerational perspectives. Each artist centralizes LGBTQIA+ experience in their

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,