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  • Nuno Felted Vessel Workshop – Adult

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    @ 10:00am – 1:00pm $145.00 (includes all materials). This class is on December 2. Looking for a new art form to try? Wet felting is the process by which wool, warm water, soap and agitation are used to create a non-woven felted fabric. Join us as we explore the possibilities of wet felting techniques and create a one of a kind vessel to take home. Please keep in mind that felting can be repetitive and labor intensive. Please bring a snack if you wish! All skill levels are welcome! Class size is limited to 8. Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

    $145.00

  • Acrylic Pour Workshop – Adult

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    @ 10:00am – 12:00pm $85.00 (includes all materials). This class is on December 9. Acrylic Pour is a fluid painting technique using acrylic paint to create marvelous works of art! This technique is very approachable for beginners, and yet allows one the opportunity to get as creative and complex as you desire. Students will be working on wood canvases with a gloss finish. Each student will make 2 acrylic pours (one 8x8 and one 12x12). Due to drying time and spray varnishing each piece, student work will be available for pickup on the Saturday after the workshop. All skill levels are welcome! Class size is limited to 10. Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

    $85.00

  • Choose Your Glass Blowing Project – Heart OR Ornament Workshop – Adult – Wednesday, December 10th

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    December 10th $150.00 (includes all materials) Create your very own stunning heart paperweight OR glass blown ornament! This workshop requires no previous experience. Students will pick out colors and create their own glass heart or ornament using traditional techniques under the instruction of Jason and Nicole McQuaid who have over 35 years of experience in glassblowing. All items will be available for pick-up 48 hours after the workshop at the Old Town Artisan Studios’ reception desk. Safety Requirements: Please wear long hair tied back, cotton clothing (jeans recommended), glasses or sunglasses for eye protection and closed-toed/closed-heeled footwear for this workshop. 4 students per time slot.        Instructors: Jason and Nicole McQuaid   Wednesday, December 10th Session 1: 10:00am – 11:00am Session 2: 11:15am – 12:15pm Session 3: 12:30pm – 1:30pm Session 4: 1:45pm – 2:45pm Session 5: 3:00pm - 4:00pm Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the event to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

    $150.00

  • The Art of Music: Bill Saitta Collective

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    Bill Saitta Collective December 11, 2025 @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm Bill Saitta (Bass & Vox)A Berklee College of Music graduate, Bill has performed with legends including Tom Scott, Ry Cooder, George Thorogood, Les Paul, and more. He’s recorded with top artists and continues to light up SoCal stages with his dynamic bass playing. His debut album as a leader drops in early 2026. Richard “88 Fingers” Turner, Jr. (Keyboard)A producer, songwriter, and performer since childhood, Richard’s explosive style earned him the nickname “88 Fingers” for playing every key with unmatched energy. With a repertoire spanning jazz, gospel, hip-hop, and stage, he brings passion and fire to every performance. Matt Hall (Trombone)From Jazz at Lincoln Center to the Monterey Jazz Festival, Matt has performed on some of the world’s top stages. A former Marine Corps All-Star Jazz Band member and acclaimed bandleader, his 2022 debut album I Hope To My Never cemented him as a rising force in jazz. Jim Watson (Drums & Percussion)A Berklee-trained drummer, Jim has performed at the Hollywood Bowl, Monterey Jazz Festival, and venues nationwide. Known for shaping the “LA sound,” he now anchors Coachella Valley’s music scene and leads the Hard Bop Ensemble in its […]

    $20.00 – $50.00

  • Choose Your Glass Blowing Project – Tumbler OR Ornament – Adult – Wednesday, December 17

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    December 17th $150.00 (includes all materials) Create your own glass blown tumbler or ornament! Classic first project for those curious about glassblowing techniques. This workshop requires no previous experience. Students will pick out colors and create their own glass vessel or ornament using traditional techniques under the instruction of Jason and Nicole McQuaid who have over 35 years of experience in glassblowing. All items will be available for pick-up 48 hours after the workshop at the Old Town Artisan Studios’ reception desk. Safety Requirements: Please wear long hair tied back, cotton clothing (jeans recommended), glasses or sunglasses for eye protection and closed-toed/closed-heeled footwear for this workshop. 4 students per time slot.        Instructors: Jason and Nicole McQuaid   Wednesday, December 17th Session 1: 10:00am – 11:00am Session 2: 11:15am – 12:15pm Session 3: 12:30pm – 1:30pm Session 4: 1:45pm – 2:45pm Session 5: 3:00pm - 4:00pm Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the event to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

    $150.00

  • The Art of Music: Jeff Lantz

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    Jeff Lantz January 8, 2026 @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm Jeff Lants "Songs and Stories from a Life in Music" Pianist, composer, performing artist, collaborator, and coach Jeff Lantz found his calling at age eight. Since then, Jeff has lived and worked as a performing artist, playing music for a living, from classical to jazz to rock to blues to Broadway, with household-name artists and local pros, in front of eighty thousand fans, in hole-in-the-wall clubs, and everywhere in between. Today, Jeff is still in love with music, continuing to record, teach, and perform special events. Jeff’s latest album is titled It’s Okay to Be Happy. Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the event to receive a full refund. Learn more about the venue, seating, and The Art of Music series here!

    $20.00 – $50.00

  • 4-Way Wet Felted Collage Vest 3-Day Workshop

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    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    @ 9:00am – 4:00pm $595.00. This 3-day class will be held Tuesday, January 27 through Thursday, January 29. This workshop is not eligible for discounts or promotional codes. Take your felting to the next level in this immersive workshop with Studio 907’s Beth Marx. Learn to create seamless garments using a resist, make your own patterns, and simplify shrinkage calculations with Beth’s “Easy Peasy Shrinkage Sheet.” Using one of your own garments as a guide, you’ll design and size a resist without complicated math or measurements. Explore Beth’s collage-style felting with handmade prefelts and layered silks, while mastering seamless edges, professional finishes, shaping, and closures. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have created your own unique, wearable felted vest—and enjoy styling it with Beth in a fun photo session. Class size is limited to 12 Instructor: Beth Marx An email confirmation, a detailed material list (mainly you'll be bringing your own wool roving and silk fabric) and other pertinent information will be provided upon registration. You will NOT need to bring cumbersome supplies like bubble wrap, resist material, pool noodle - that will all be provided to you at no additional cost. Cancellations must be done at least 2 […]

    $595.00

  • The Art of Music: Bob Hamilton

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    Bob Hamilton February 12, 2026 @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm Bob Hamilton is a freelance musician and teacher living in Palm Springs, California. He is a master of the 6 string guitar and 5 string banjo, a patient and engaging teacher, and an adept improviser, writer, and arranger. Bob has played thousands of songs on stage with hundreds of bands. He has international touring experience, ranging from rock/pop/soul bands in nightclubs to classical and jazz sets of solo guitar at upscale restaurants and banjo breakdowns on major bluegrass festival stages. Few guitarists come with the skill set that includes college training in jazz, classical, and Afro-Latin music, national competitions for bluegrass banjo, touring with the most popular cover band in the world, a decade plus in rock/funk/soul bands, and an ability to learn, write and improvise everyday. Currently Bob performs and records with dozens of bands a year in a variety of genres. In 2017 alone he performed at Red Rocks Amphitheater, New Orleans Jazzfest, the Greek Theater in LA, with the Coachella Valley Symphony, as well as regular Southern California jazz clubs, festivals, and clubs. He performs regularly in Palm Springs and Coachella CA and fills in on tour […]

    $20.00 – $50.00

  • Lecture Series: Steven Hill

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    "The dance that is born of clay spinning through my fingers is where magic happens in my life."— Steven Hill Master potter Steven Hill will be giving a lecture on the Old Town Artisan Studios campus, discussing his process and passion for ceramics. You don't want to miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most well-known creators and teachers in the ceramics world today. Lecture Information Join us for an hour-long lecture on Friday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. where Steven will discuss his process and passion for ceramics. The lecture will be followed by an hour-long Q&A where Steven will answer any questions you might have for him. High School or College Student Discount Please show your valid high school or college student ID at check-in for free admission.

    Free – $15.00

  • The Art of Music: Deanna Bogart

    Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

    Deanna Bogart March 12, 2026 @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm With over 40 years of captivating audiences worldwide, Deanna Bogart has earned her place as a five-time Blues Music Award winner for Horn Instrumentalist of the Year, including her most recent win in 2023 and nominations in 2024 and 2025. Known for her electrifying blend of blues, jazz, and boogie woogie, Deanna's performances have lit up legendary venues like Blues Alley and Marians Jazzroom, alongside major festivals such as Tremblant International Blues Festival, Blues to Bop, and Rio Das Ostras Jazz and Blues Festival. Sharing the stage with icons like Jimmy Buffett, B.B. King, James Brown, and Ray Charles, Deanna's spellbinding performances showcase her signature style — dazzling on the keyboards, soul-stirring on the saxophone, and mesmerizing with her smoky vocals and powerful songwriting. Currently recording a highly anticipated new album set for release in 2025, Deanna continues to push creative boundaries, promising fans an unforgettable blend of her signature sound with fresh, innovative melodies. Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the event to receive a full refund. Learn more about the venue, seating, and The Art of Music series here!

    $20.00 – $50.00

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