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Join Jessica Borchert on October 1st from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Tri-County Arts Council in Olean to celebrate Fall by painting a still life of pumpkins and create an original art piece to add to your fall decor. 

Cost: 

$30 - Artisan Members & Above

$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-members

Join the Tri-County Arts Council for an exciting Wire Bending/Rainbow Casting Heart Catcher Workshop on November 2nd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. SerenHippity will be your guide, helping you channel your creativity into crafting a unique wire-bent Heart Catcher that will cast beautiful rainbow prisms in your home or garden.

Join Swan Street Florist at Ellicottville Brewing Co, 28 Monroe St. Ellicottville on Thursday, December 19th, for a festive Christmas Centerpiece Workshop! Embrace the holiday spirit by creating your very own beautiful centerpiece to decorate your table this season. The skilled instructors from Swan Street Florist will be there to guide you through the process, providing all the materials needed to make a stunning arrangement.

Join Jessica Borchert on November 2nd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for a delightful painting class that will bring back the whimsical joy of a rubber duck. In this session, you’ll create a vibrant masterpiece on a 14" x 11" canvas.

Cost:

• $30 for Artisan Members and above
• $40 for Basic/Family Members and Non-Members

For more details and to reserve your spot, visit http://www.tricountyartscouncil.org 

Join the Tri-County Arts Council on April 19th, 2025, for a vibrant and interactive Tie-Dye Workshop, led by instructor SerenHippity! In this 2-hour session, discover the art of creating stunning tie-dye designs on your very own tote bag. Learn the essentials of fabric preservation, basic tying techniques and tie-dye care. 

No experience necessary! Our workshop covers everything you need to know to achieve professional-looking results. Details:

Join Merry Ryding on October 26th from 11am-2pm for an Encaustic workshop at the Tri-County Arts Council in Olean.

Explore the art of Encaustic, a hot wax medium perfect for transforming paper scraps and other lightweight materials into beautiful creations. Participants can bring small copies of photos, poems, or quotes printed on lightweight paper, though various papers will be provided.

Join us for the 13th annual W.I.L.M.A. (We Invite Local Manufacturers & Artisans) event, happening at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds on October 18th and 19th, 2025.

What is WILMA Woolly Bear Weekend?

It's not your average craft show! All vendors at this event are local business owners, manufacturers, artisans, or crafters from Cattaraugus County.

Join us for the 12th annual W.I.L.M.A. (We Invite Local Manufacturers & Artisans) event, happening at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds on October 19th and 20th, 2024.

What is WILMA Woolly Bear Weekend?

It's not your average craft show! All vendors at this event are local business owners, manufacturers, artisans, or crafters from Cattaraugus County.

Join SerenHippity on June 21st, 2025, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for a fun and creative tie-dye experience! Design your own unique tote bag using professional techniques and take home your handmade masterpiece. 

Dive into the World of Tie-Dye and learn fabric prep, folding, and tying techniques for stunning designs. Discover the secrets to achieving vibrant colors and long-lasting results and get hands-on experience with dyeing and creating your own custom design

Workshop Details:

The Tri-County Arts Council is hosting a Bread Basket Workshop on October 19th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

The Tri-County Arts Council is hosting a Pumpkin Carving workshop with the renowned artist and TV personality, Eric Jones! Join Eric on October 8th and October 22nd, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and learn the intricacies of pumpkin carving from a master. Ages 12 and up are welcome.

Get into the festive spirit and learn how to create beautiful holiday centerpieces that will impress your guests. An expert instructor Amy, from Swan Street Florist, will guide you through the process, sharing tips and tricks along the way.

Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, everyone is welcome to attend. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and add a personal touch to your holiday decorations. Grab your friends and family and join them for a memorable workshop! 

The Olean Theatre Workshop presents, "I Never Saw a Butterfly", a moving theatrical production that honors the memories of children who perished in the Terezin concentration camp in WWII. Based on their poems and drawings, the play showcases their hope, creativity, and humanity amidst unimaginable suffering, serving as a powerful tribute to their legacy. 

Showtimes at $10/ticket

Thursday, May 1st - 7:30pm

Friday, May 2nd - 7:30pm

Saturday, May 3rd - 7:30pm 

Sunday, May 4th - 2:30pm