Youth and Adult Classes in Petoskey

CTAC - Petoskey offers year-round classes, lectures, and other special opportunities for all ages, including culinary arts, ballet and dance fusion, youth music education, and visual arts. 

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Sound Bath (WAITLIST ONLY)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Friday, October 10 - Friday, October 10

Time
Friday, 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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An an immersive, relaxing, and healing sound experience

Mindful Movement and Nature Wander

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Saturday, October 11 - Saturday, October 11

Time
Saturday, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Engage your senses of sight, sound, touch, smell, taste, and intuition on this mindful nature wander

Foundations of Plein Air VI (Fall 2025)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 14 - Tuesday, October 14

Time
Tuesday, 1:30-4:00pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Plein air painting class for all skill levels.

Culinary Class with Sharon Schappacher

Sharon Schappacher graphic
Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 14 - Tuesday, October 14

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Sharon Schappacher as she prepares Korean fare

Clouds and Water in Pastel (Fall 2025)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Wednesday, October 15 - Wednesday, November 19

Time
Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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All artists welcome to paint pastel skies and waters.

Printmaking Sampler (Fall 2025)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Wednesday, October 15 - Wednesday, October 29

Time
Wednesdays, 5:30-8:00pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Fun, accessible printmaking for every artist.

Culinary Class with NOMI Kitchen

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, October 16 - Thursday, October 16

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Kulin Froelich as he prepares Indian fare.

Contemplative Movement Practices (October)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Friday, October 17 - Friday, October 17

Time
Friday, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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A movement practices designed to cultivate self-awareness

One-Day Art Adventure with Arthaus

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Friday, October 17 - Friday, October 17

Time
Friday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Age Range

5 - 9

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Paint funky landscapes with Arthaus on school break.

Creating Mandalas as Meditation

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Saturday, October 18 - Saturday, October 18

Time
Saturday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Mindful mandala workshop for creativity and balance.

Watercolor III (Fall II)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 21 - Tuesday, November 25

Time
Tuesdays, 1:30 - 4:00 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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For experienced watercolor enthusiasts

Culinary Class with Birdie's Tavern WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 21 - Tuesday, October 21

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Kristin Hasse as she prepares a

Watercolor II (Fall II)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 21 - Tuesday, November 25

Time
Tuesdays, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 -

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For painters with some experience in watercolor.

Found & Bound: Papermaking, Bookbinding, and Art Journaling (Fall 2025)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 21 - Tuesday, November 25

Time
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Grade Range
7th grade - 12th grade
Age Range

12 - 18

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Make and fill your own unique mixed media journal.

Clay & Pottery for Adults 2025 (Fall II)(WAITLIST ONLY)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, October 21 - Tuesday, November 25

Time
Tuesdays, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Popular class for potters and clay artists of all skill levels.

Beginning Clay & Pottery 2025 (Fall II)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Wednesday, October 22 - Wednesday, November 26

Time
Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Popular class for beginner potters and clay artists.

Culinary Class with European Pastries of Petoskey

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, October 23 - Thursday, October 23

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Marit Kaszubowski as she prepares Mediterranean pastries

Kids Clay (Fall II)

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, October 23 - Thursday, December 04

Time
Thursdays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 8th grade
Age Range

8 - 14

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Handbuilding clay class for grades 3 - 8.

"Join or Die" Film Screening and "Join Fair"

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Saturday, October 25 - Saturday, October 25

Time
Saturday, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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A screening of the film “Join or Die" followed by a Join Fair

Contemplative Photography

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Saturday, October 25 - Saturday, November 01

Time
Saturdays, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

18 - no maximum age

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Photography to awaken senses and presence.

Culinary Class with Grain Train

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, November 04 - Tuesday, November 04

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Ash Harns as she demonstrates them versatility of mushrooms

One-Day Art Adventure with Little Big

Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Wednesday, November 05 - Wednesday, November 05

Time
Wednesday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Age Range

5 - 9

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Discover nature with Little Big on school break.

Culinary Class with Petoskey Cheese

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, November 06 - Thursday, November 06

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Katie Potts as she demonstrates them versatility of cheese

Culinary Class with Sage Restaurant WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, November 11 - Tuesday, November 11

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Rob Sargent

Culinary Class with Little Bay Gourmet

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, November 13 - Thursday, November 13

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Sarah McDonnell as she prepares side and dessert for Thanksgiving

Culinary Class with NOMI Kitchen WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, November 18 - Tuesday, November 18

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Kulin Froelich as he prepares an evening of Lebanese fare

Culinary Class with Spring & Porter WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, November 20 - Thursday, November 20

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Tommy Kaszubowski

Culinary Class with New York Restaurant @ New York Restaurant WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, December 02 - Tuesday, December 02

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Matt Bugera as he prepares a meal @ New York Restaurant's Kitchen

Culinary Class with NOMI Kitchen WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, December 09 - Tuesday, December 09

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Kulin Froelich as he prepares Chinese cuisine

Culinary Class with Suzie's Pies

Suzie's Pies
Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, December 11 - Thursday, December 11

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Suzie Cartwright as she demonstrates sweet and savory pies

Culinary Class with J.Bird Provisions

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Tuesday, December 16 - Tuesday, December 16

Time
Tuesday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Jess Nagel as she prepares holiday apps with a modern twist

Culinary Class with Bear Creek Organic WAITLIST ONLY

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Presented by
CTAC Petoskey

Thursday, December 18 - Thursday, December 18

Time
Thursday, 6 - 8 PM
Grade Range
Adult - Adult
Age Range

-

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Our culinary series featuring Chef Anne Morningstar as she prepares pies, cobblers, and crisps