Community Calendar

Explore the possibilities of basketry techniques for sculpture. Using variations on traditional wire basketry, twining, and coiling with soft materials, students will learn multiple weaving techniques to make everything from small baskets to large scale installations. Particular attention will be paid to pattern and line quality in 3D work. Ways to include found objects and methods for turning a wide variety of upcycled materials into woven sculptures will be covered, as well as how to incorporate sculptural basketry into your other art making practice(s). No fiber or basketry experience necessary.

The Kirkland Art Center presents "Broken," a rare juried exhibition opening Saturday, March 21. Featuring work from over two dozen, largely regional artists, the show offers a nuanced look at the concept of brokenness from multiple perspectives.

The exhibition, juried by Mary Murray, curator of contemporary art at Munson, utilizes a wide range of media—including painting, photography, and sculpture—to explore how brokenness manifests emotionally, physically, socially, and systemically. While the pieces examine damage and loss, they also highlight themes of revelation, transformation, and resilience.

Event Details

• Opening Reception: Saturday, March 21, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
• Exhibition Dates: March 21 – April 25, 2026
• Location: Kirkland Art Center, 9 1/2 East Park Row, Clinton, NY
• Admission: Free and open to the public

This class will be an introduction to hand sewing (a necessary skill!) and basic sewing machine skills. Students will have the opportunity to let their creativity shine while designing and sewing projects. Pillow cases and stuffies will start us off, and we will wrap up with journal covers with a few surprises along the way.

Join us for a “frightfully” fun Art After School that explores clay, pastels, and paint! Students will create fall and Halloween-themed crafts to get in the spirit of all things spooky. Join us for this six-week program if you’re interested in getting into the spooky spirit!

Let’s have some fun with a needle and thread! This class will be an introduction to hand sewing (a necessary skill) and basic sewing machine skills. Students will have the opportunity to let their creativity shine while designing and sewing embellished bookmarks, postcards, and journal covers. We will end the session with a personalized apron. So, are you ready to go on a sewing adventure?

Celebrate the success of the 2025-26 United Way of Cayuga County Campaign with a pizza party at the Auburn YMCA! This free, family-friendly event features pizza, raffles, YMCA tours, a complimentary day pass (excluding pool and e-gym), and a children’s activity.

Program

• 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Check-in and pizza party
• 6 p.m. – 6:40 p.m.: Formal program
• 6:40 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Open gym (Participants must fill out a waiver at the front desk and wear clean, dry sneakers)

Raffles & 50/50

• Enter to win a six-month Auburn YMCA adult membership (valued at $300).
• Enter to win a free week of day camp at Camp Y-Owasco (valued at $350).

Registration is required.

Explore the possibilities of basketry techniques for sculpture. Using variations on traditional wire basketry, twining, and coiling with soft materials, students will learn multiple weaving techniques to make everything from small baskets to large scale installations. Particular attention will be paid to pattern and line quality in 3D work. Ways to include found objects and methods for turning a wide variety of upcycled materials into woven sculptures will be covered, as well as how to incorporate sculptural basketry into your other art making practice(s). No fiber or basketry experience necessary.

The Kirkland Art Center presents "Broken," a rare juried exhibition opening Saturday, March 21. Featuring work from over two dozen, largely regional artists, the show offers a nuanced look at the concept of brokenness from multiple perspectives.

The exhibition, juried by Mary Murray, curator of contemporary art at Munson, utilizes a wide range of media—including painting, photography, and sculpture—to explore how brokenness manifests emotionally, physically, socially, and systemically. While the pieces examine damage and loss, they also highlight themes of revelation, transformation, and resilience.

Event Details

• Opening Reception: Saturday, March 21, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
• Exhibition Dates: March 21 – April 25, 2026
• Location: Kirkland Art Center, 9 1/2 East Park Row, Clinton, NY
• Admission: Free and open to the public