Creative Aging Network - NC

Creative Aging Network - NC Our 10-acre campus in Greensboro, the serves as a site for intergenerational and multicultural engagement, collaboration, and education.

Our MISSION is to enrich the lives of adults through creative expression, education, and social connection, bridging generations and cultures.
*We follow Guilford County School's weather policy and will be closed or delayed when GCS is closed or delayed. Creative Aging Network - NC (CAN-NC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing creative programming for all adults who identify as aging throughout the state. CAN-NC Teaching Artists also work in the community with aging service providers to implement creative classes such as painting, dancing, singing, poetry, writing and storytelling. When implemented with staff support and participation, creative programs enhance the person-centered care concept and honor the voices of elders as well as those working closest with them. CAN-NC also partners with universities to conduct research on originally designed programs. Through this collaborative work we can better meet our goal of improving the quality of life of all adults through creative arts. Location: 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405. Go to the end of the driveway and around the gazebo. We follow Guilford County School's inclement weather policy and will be closed or delayed when GCS is closed or delayed.

2nd Saturday Open Studio Figure Study with a Live ModelSaturdays from 10:00am-12:30pmJanuary 10th with Jean MusonFebruar...
12/21/2025

2nd Saturday Open Studio Figure Study with a Live Model
Saturdays from 10:00am-12:30pm

January 10th with Jean Muson
February 14th with TBD
March 14th with TBD

Each month brings a different model, offering fresh opportunities to practice gesture, proportion, anatomy, and line work.

There will be no formal instruction—just time and space to focus on your own process.

Bring whatever materials inspire you to create—charcoal, ink, paint, collage, or other creative tools. Easels/tables will be provided.

Fee: $15.00 which will cover facility costs and the facilitator.
Model fees will be split amongst attendees

Scan the QR Code or Click the Link to register: https://form.jotform.com/252805251657156

Weave Your Own Basket with Deveta! 🧶🧺Join us Saturday, Jan 10, from 10 AM – 3 PM (1-hour lunch break) for a beginner-fri...
12/20/2025

Weave Your Own Basket with Deveta! 🧶🧺

Join us Saturday, Jan 10, from 10 AM – 3 PM (1-hour lunch break) for a beginner-friendly coiled basket weaving workshop!

Coiled basketry is an ancient craft where you wrap and stitch flexible materials to make beautiful, functional art. In this class, we’ll focus on yarn—perfect for experimenting with colors and textures.

✨ All supplies included
✨ Relaxing, fun, and creative
✨ Take home your own handcrafted basket

🎟 Reserve your spot now and give yourself a Saturday full of creativity and calm!

To register scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253345661543155

✨ One-Day Beginner Zentangle Workshop 🎨🖊️ Get ready to relax, create, and get lost in the joy of Zentangle! No experienc...
12/20/2025

✨ One-Day Beginner Zentangle Workshop 🎨🖊️

Get ready to relax, create, and get lost in the joy of Zentangle! No experience? No problem—this beginner-friendly workshop is all about fun, mindfulness, and making beautiful art from simple lines and patterns.

💡 What you’ll do:
• Learn the basics of Zentangle techniques
• Explore patterns that are meditative and stress-relieving
• Create your own unique artwork to take home
• Tap into your creativity while enjoying a mindful, relaxing process

Zentangle isn’t just art—it’s a way to slow down, breathe, and enjoy the moment. Perfect for anyone looking to unwind, try something new, or add a little calm to their day.

🎟️ All materials included – just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Walk away with your own beautiful creation and maybe even a new meditative practice to enjoy anytime.
💫 Tap into your creativity and treat yourself to a day of mindful art!

Fee: $30.00
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253345376750158
Or scan the QR code




Learn to Draw Faces – Beginner Workshop ✏️🎨Tuesdays from 10:00am-12:00pmJanuary 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27thJoin Diane in thi...
12/19/2025

Learn to Draw Faces – Beginner Workshop ✏️🎨

Tuesdays from 10:00am-12:00pm
January 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th

Join Diane in this beginner-friendly drawing series and unlock the secrets of capturing the human face! Over the course of the workshop, you’ll explore graphite and charcoal techniques to bring your portraits to life.

You’ll learn:
🧠 The anatomy of the head and face
🔄 How to draw faces from different angles
👤 Drawing from a live model for realistic, expressive results

Step by step, gain the confidence and skills to create portraits that truly shine!

To register scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253346200901143




Acrylic Painting Workshop – 8-Week Series with Craig Richards🎨🖌️Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00pm January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28t...
12/19/2025

Acrylic Painting Workshop – 8-Week Series with Craig Richards🎨🖌️

Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00pm
January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, February 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th

Dive into the world of acrylic painting in this 8-week workshop designed to grow your skills step by step!

No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and curiosity.

Each class builds on the last, so attending all 8 sessions will give you the full experience and help you progress with confidence.

Throughout the series, you’ll explore:
🎨 Fundamental acrylic techniques
🌈 Color mixing and composition
🖌️ Layering, textures, and expressive brushwork
🖼️ Developing your own unique style

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to strengthen your painting skills, this workshop offers a supportive space to create, experiment, and grow as an artist.

To register scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253375288762166

Vision Board Workshop at TROTTER ACTIVE ADULT CENTER 🌟✨Step into a day of creativity, clarity, and intention-setting! In...
12/18/2025

Vision Board Workshop at TROTTER ACTIVE ADULT CENTER 🌟✨

Step into a day of creativity, clarity, and intention-setting! In this inspiring one-day workshop, adults of all ages are invited to craft a personalized vision board that reflects your goals, dreams, and the life you want to create in the year ahead.

No artistic experience is needed—just bring your imagination and an open mind. Together, we’ll explore guided prompts, meaningful reflection, and creative collage techniques to help you visualize what truly matters to you.

During this workshop, you’ll:
✨ Identify personal goals and intentions
🖼️ Create a visual collage using images, words, and meaningful symbols
💭 Reflect on what you want more of in your life
🎯 Leave with a powerful, beautiful vision board to keep you motivated all year long

This class offers a supportive, relaxed environment perfect for anyone looking to refresh their mindset, spark creativity, or set new intentions.

Location: TROTTER ACTIVE ADULT CENTER
3906 BETULA ST. GREENSBORO, NC 27407

To register scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253355354989169

Mini Whimsical Chandelier Workshop with Jen ✨🧵🌈Friday, January 30th from 5:00-7:00pm(the first 15 minutes will be reserv...
12/18/2025

Mini Whimsical Chandelier Workshop with Jen ✨🧵🌈

Friday, January 30th from 5:00-7:00pm
(the first 15 minutes will be reserved for getting to know one another)

This joyful two-hour workshop guides you in crafting your own 8-inch chandelier using yarn, string, rick rack, beads, and more.

During this workshop you will layer colorful fibers onto a wire circular frame, embellish your chandelier with beads and decorations, and finish it off with the magic of battery operated fairy lights to a soft etherial glow! ✨✨

A fun, relaxed creative experience perfect for all skill levels.

All materials are provided, but you’re welcome to bring any special adornments—charms, shells, keepsakes, or meaningful treasures—to make your piece truly one-of-a-kind. 💖

To Register click here: https://form.jotform.com/253374915006153
or scan the QR code.

Hand Building Pottery Classes Vanita BaileyThis two part class will be held on:-Friday, January 16th from 2:00-4:00pm wi...
12/17/2025

Hand Building Pottery Classes Vanita Bailey

This two part class will be held on:
-Friday, January 16th from 2:00-4:00pm will consist of creating the candle holder from clay
-Friday, January 23rd from 2:00-4:00pm will consist of glazing your candle holder.

Create inspiring hand-built clay projects.

For this class you will learn to create a wall candle holder. These slabs constructed holders can be adorned with imprinted nature designs of your choice.

Will surely spark creativity and help you master essential clay techniques.

Step-by-step lessons provided and perfect for beginners and ceramic artists looking to develop their clay building skills.

All materials supplied.
To register either scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253346251597160





Expressive Arts Journaling Workshop Series with Vanita Bailey Tuesdays January 6th, 13th, 20th from 2:00-4:00pmIf you’re...
12/17/2025

Expressive Arts Journaling Workshop Series with Vanita Bailey

Tuesdays January 6th, 13th, 20th from 2:00-4:00pm

If you’re looking for a safe space to explore, express and journal feelings of love, loss, grief, empowerment, resilience and more … then look no further.

Provided:
(1) 3 guided prompts (music, poetry, and photos) - serving as the catalyst for evoking emotions.
(2) Journals- for developing and recording a script or dialogue for your thoughts and feelings.
(3) Mixed arts media- for enhancing your written word with visual effects.

No writing experience or artistic talent required, just an openness towards self-reflection

Fee: $95.00 covers all three 2-hour classes and includes all supplies.
To register either scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253346776250158





Monday January 5th from 1:00-4:00pmIn this class you will build 2-D collage Cityscapes using pictures from magazines, ol...
12/16/2025

Monday January 5th from 1:00-4:00pm

In this class you will build 2-D collage Cityscapes using pictures from magazines, old travel books, photos and many other kinds of paper.

You will learn collage techniques to craft your own fantasy cities or villages.

We will also discuss other mixed media techniques that can be added to your collages.

Feel free to bring your own photos old travel books and special paper or anything else you might want to add or share. Also, we will be adding some mixed media, such as paint, stamps, etc.

No experience is needed—just bring your imagination. You’ll leave with a finished, ready-to-hang collage that’s one-of-a-kind.

Fee: $40.00 (includes all supplies)
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253234788665167

The Art of Pour Painting with Kathy EatonThursdays from 5:00-7:00pmEach week you will have the chance to learn a new tec...
12/16/2025

The Art of Pour Painting with Kathy Eaton

Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm

Each week you will have the chance to learn a new technique that can be used with pour painting to create unique patterns and outcomes.

January 8th – Chain Pull
January 15th – Open Cup
January 22nd – Flip Cup
January 29th – Funnel
February 5th – Swipe
February 12th – Colander Pour
February 19th – Napkin Lift

You may take your creations home that day by carefully transporting them or you may leave them here to dry and pick them up a few days later.

Materials included are substrates for the initial painting, additional substrate for runoff, gloves, paper towels, aluminum pan, wet rag, chain, tweezers, box/container for transport.

Paint loves clothes but doesn’t wash out so please dress accordingly.

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253436224537154
or scan the QR code.
Fee: $30.00 PER CLASS


Abstract & Meditation Mandala Workshop 🎨🧘‍♀️Step into a serene, creative space where art meets mindfulness. In this work...
12/15/2025

Abstract & Meditation Mandala Workshop 🎨🧘‍♀️

Step into a serene, creative space where art meets mindfulness. In this workshop, you’ll explore the calming practice of creating a mandala infused with personal intentions and affirmations.

Using markers, colored pencils, and watercolor, you’ll bring patterns, color, and reflection together to craft a unique mandala that supports relaxation, emotional balance, and creative flow.

No artistic experience is needed—just bring an open mind and a willingness to connect with your inner stillness through color, pattern, and reflection. ✨

Leave the class with a beautiful, intention-filled mandala and a sense of calm, focus, and creative inspiration.

To register scan the QR code or click the link below!
https://form.jotform.com/253355292532154


Address

2400 Summit Avenue
Greensboro, NC
27405

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13363039963

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