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• Board Meeting

  • Start
    August 08, 2022
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  • End
    May 06, 2024
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  • Schedule
    20 sessions

  Meetings of the directors of the Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts are held on the first Monday of each month.  In the event of the first Monday falling on a holiday, the meeting is deferred to the following Monday.

  
  

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• Fibre - Drop-In Open Studio

  • Start
    October 07, 2022
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  • End
    May 24, 2024
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  • Schedule
    57 sessions

  Scheduled fibre open studio sessions operate on a drop-in basis on Fridays and varies between mornings from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and evenings between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.  These sessions are restricted to clean and quiet disciplines such as knitting, basketry, and weaving.

  Each mixed media open studio is hosted by member with experience in one or more mixed media disciplines.  Participants are expected to be able to work independently on their own projects as the host may not have the skills necessary to assist with all disciplines. 

  All participants must be full adult members of the Guild and be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.  The drop-in fee is $5.00 per session and must be paid online.  Scheduled open studio sessions may be cancelled during holiday periods or if a host is not available and do not run during the summer months.

  
  

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• Pottery - Scheduled Open Studio

  • Start
    January 04, 2024
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  • End
    June 26, 2024
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  • Schedule
    77 sessions

  Scheduled pottery open studio sessions operate on Wednesday afternoons from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm, Thursday evenings from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.  Each session is hosted by an experienced studio potter who is available to answer questions, ensure that equipment is used safely, and supervise studio chores. 

  Participants are expected to contribute approximately 15 minutes of volunteer time to cleaning and other studio chores during each visit to the studio.

  The fee for scheduled open studio access is $40 per month and must be paid online at the beginning of each month.  Students enrolled in a pottery class may attend scheduled open studio sessions for free until completion of the class.

  Scheduled open studio sessions may be cancelled during holiday periods or if a studio host is unavailable and do not run during the summer months.

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• Floor Loom Weaving - Studio Group

  • Start
    January 11, 2024
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  • End
    May 23, 2024
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  • Schedule
    20 sessions

  Floor loom weavers gather at the Guild on operate on Thursday mornings from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.  Since the availability of floor looms is limited, the weaving group is not currently admitting new participants.

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• Private Handbuilding Workshop (Mondays for Kalemi Dene School)

  • Start
    April 15, 2024
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  • End
    May 27, 2024
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts
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  In this private Monday afternoon pottery workshop for Kalemi Dene School in N'dilo, students will be given a super-brief introduction to the basic techniques of handbuilding. Instructor:  Rachel Makohoniuk Prerequisites:  Just a positive attitude! Cost:  Registration fee to be invoiced to Kalemi Dene School.  Registration:  Registration code required. Registration Closes:  April 14, 2024

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• Handbuilding - Intermediate Level 2

  • Start
    April 15, 2024
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  • End
    May 27, 2024
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
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  Broaden and deepen your hand building skills in a supportive environment. Explore a series of stepwise projects intended to increase your pottery independence. Instructor:  Jenny Tucker Prerequisites:  Completion of Handbuilding - Beginner at the Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts or previous experience approved by the instructor.  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $258 (includes 1 bag of clay; additional clay can be purchased through the Guild website) Registration Opens:  March 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  April 8, 2024

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• Private Handbuilding Workshop (Tuesdays for Kalemi Dene School)

  • Start
    April 16, 2024
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  • End
    May 28, 2024
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts
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  In this private Tuesday afternoon pottery workshop for Kalemi Dene School in N'dilo, students will be given a super-brief introduction to the basic techniques of handbuilding. Instructor:  Rachel Makohoniuk Prerequisites:  Just a positive attitude! Cost:  Registration fee to be invoiced to Kalemi Dene School.  Registration:  Registration code required. Registration Closes:  April 14, 2024

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• Wheel - Beginner Level 1

  • Start
    April 16, 2024
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  • End
    May 28, 2024
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
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  Learn the basics of wheel thrown pottery: wedging, centering, throwing simple shapes, trimming, firing and glazing. Instructors:  Georgina Williston and Amelia Cox Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $258 (includes 1 bag of clay; additional clay can be purchased through Guild website) Registration Opens:  March 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  April 9, 2024

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• Wheel - Intermediate Level 2

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    April 17, 2024
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  • End
    May 29, 2024
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
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  This class will teach you how to center larger amounts of clay and will refine skills learned in beginner wheel classes.  It will also introduce students to more advanced skills such as adding handles and lids. Instructors: Yewon Kang and Wendy Stephenson Prerequisites:  Completion of Wheel - Beginner Level 1; able to center clay and make basic cylinders on the wheel.  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $228 (clay not included; clay must be purchased separately through Guild website) Registration Opens:  March 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  April 10, 2024

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• Teen Pottery - Handbuilding/Wheel Combo

  • Start
    April 20, 2024
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  • End
    May 25, 2024
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
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  Experiment with hand building and wheel throwing to explore how to get clay to do what you want. Techniques will include how to make a mug, a bowl, a plate and how to glaze. If you’re 11-17 years old and interested in the art and science of clay, this class is for you! Instructors:  Stacey Lymer, Melanie Desjardins and Rachel Makohoniuk Prerequisites:  Ages 11 to 17 only. Cost:  $223 (includes clay) Registration Opens:  March 11, 2024 at 10:00 am Registration Closes:  April 13, 2024

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• Private Handbuilding/Decorating Workshop (Mildred Hall School)

  • Start
    April 30, 2024
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  • End
    May 14, 2024
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts
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    2

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  In this private pottery workshop for the Grade 5/6 class at Mildred Hall School, students will visit the pottery studio at the Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts.  The students will be accompanied by their teacher and an educational assistant. The purpose of the visit to the studio is to give students an opportunity to learn the basics of how clay behaves and how it can be used to make functional and decorative pieces.  They will also see how experienced potters take their work through its various stages. Instructor:  Janet Diveky Cost:  Special memberships and clay fee to be invoiced to Mildred Hall School. Registration:  Registration code required. Registration Closes:  April 28, 2024

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• Basketry - Willow Gathering and Basket Workshop

  • Start
    May 09, 2024
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  • End
    June 02, 2024
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
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  On the first evening of this workshop, we will meet at the Bristol Freighter Monument and carpool to a collecting site to gather the willow that we will later use to make several willow baskets.  Participants will be required to wrap their willow in plastic and store it outside to keep it fresh until the creating weekend. We will meet again over a weekend to create willow baskets. Participants will learn the basic stake and strand method of round willow basketmaking plus several of common willow weaves. A handle can be added if desired. Depending on the size of your baskets, you should be able to make two baskets. Participants should bring a sharp, locking knife, anvil pruners, an old towel and spray bottle. Instructor:  Cathie Harper Prerequisites:  No experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Participants who have previously taken a full weekend willow basketry class with this instructor may be able to complete more advanced projects. Cost:  $286 Registration Opens:  January 10, 2024 @ 10:00 am Registration Closes:  May 7, 2024

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• Pottery Decorating - Amazing Glazing

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    May 12, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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  This workshop will expand your glazing horizons with demonstrations and hands-on experimentation with a variety of creative glazing techniques. Students should come prepared with their own bisqued ware made prior to the workshop to try out glazing techniques. Instructors:  Wendy Stephenson, Janet Diveky and Michelle Fortin Prerequisites:  Active scheduled open studio potter, full studio potter or pottery class participant. Suitable for both wheel and hand building potters.  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $25 Registration Opens:  March 11, 2024 at 10:00 am Registration Closes:   May 5, 2024

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• Glaze Making (Volunteer Training)

  • When
    May 19, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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  Are you a studio potter looking for a way to expand your skill-set at the studio?  Come out and learn the basic recipes behind the creation of some of the Guild's most beloved glazes.  You will learn about safe handling of the glaze materials and important steps to follow in preparing glazes at the studio. Instructor:  Georgina Williston Prerequisites:  Active scheduled open studio potter or full studio potter.  Age 16 or older. Cost: Free as volunteer training for active scheduled open studio potters and full studio potters. Registration Closes:  May 12, 2024

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• One-Time Wheel

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    May 24, 2024
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    7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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  Looking to try out pottery without the commitment of a full class?  Looking for a fun way to hang out with a friend? Want to surprise your sweetie with a unique date idea? At One-Time Wheel Night, you can try your hand at throwing a bowl on the wheel.  Friendly guild members will be available to demo techniques and support you in your efforts to tame the clay and turn it into an object you can actually eat or drink from. The goal of the night will be to have fun and create a piece or two to take home.  You will be able to choose a glaze for your magnificent creation.  In two weeks, once it has dried and been fired and glazed by our members, it will be available for pick up. Instructors:  Amelia Cox and Alana Kronstal  Prerequisites:  Nothing but a positive attitude!  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $60 (includes clay and completion of pieces by Guild potters) Registration Opens:  March 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  May 17, 2024

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• Annual General Meeting

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    May 30, 2024
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    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  The Annual General Meeting of the Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in the mixed media studio.  All current members are encouraged to attend.

  
  

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• Pottery Studio Orientation

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    June 02, 2024
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    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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  Mandatory pottery studio orientation is required for all new and former studio potters requesting access to the pottery studio during scheduled open studio or full studio hours.  The purpose of this orientation is to review Guild operations to ensure that potters are able to safely use the studio without supervision and are aware of the roles and responsibilities of studio potters such as clean-up and volunteer duties.  All potters approved for scheduled open studio or full studio access must complete an orientation session before commencing studio access. Instructor:  Janet Diveky Prerequisites:  Approval from pottery representative after completion of Guild pottery class or assessment of prior pottery studio experience.   Age 16 or older. Cost:  Free for current and prospective studio potters. Registration Closes:  May 31, 2024

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• Northwest Territories Flying Association - Discover Aviation!

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    June 08, 2024
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    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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  Discover Aviation seminar hosted by the Northwest Territories Flying Association.

  Event details and registration information will be available on the website of the Northwest Territories Flying Association at www.flyingnwt.com once finalized.

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