Upcoming Events
Closed due to Ice & Snow
Denton is still frosting after this past weekend’s winter storm! Because of the icy road conditions, we will remain closed on Wednesday, Jan. 27. Stay safe and stay warm out there! We’ll see you again soon!
POSTPONED - DBFF 2026: Opening Reception - DBFF & DISD Adopt-a-School's Art & Essay
DBFF Opening Reception is currently postponed due to DISD remaining closed on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Updates from the Festival to follow soon.
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the 12th Edition of the Denton Black Film Festival in continued partnership with the Denton Independent School District for its Annual Adopt-A-School Art & Essay Awards. For the third year in a row, 4th and 5th grade students across Denton ISD share original artwork and essays (in English or Spanish) inspired by a shared theme.
This year’s focus, Hope & Courage, invites reflection on belief, resilience, and the strength to move forward in challenging times. Experience how these young voices creatively express what hope and courage mean to them.
For more DBFF events, see the festival schedule here.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Triple Time East Coast Swing
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Come join us as we have fun while learning the basics of East Coast Swing including steps, frame, and technique.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
The PETAL Project Pop-up Exhibit and Artist Talk with Vahid Valikhani
Presented by The PETAL Project and GDAC:
Join us for a pop-up show and artist talk with photographer and documentary filmmaker Vahid Valikhani, whose work bridges photography and film to examine social, cultural, and historical dynamics through the lens of landscape.
Vahid’s photographic practice began with documenting constructed, altered, and often overlooked landscapes. His projects investigate the relationship among the environment, society, and the state, revealing how landscapes become sites of political agendas, consumerism, and environmental consequences. Shaped by experiences of displacement and adaptation, his cross-cultural perspective informs an ongoing exploration of belonging and the political dimensions of place. Reflecting on his approach, Vahid notes: “My creative process has been reshaped by displacement, politics, and cultural expectations. Photography became not only a way of navigating unfamiliar surroundings, but also a tool to process the cultural and social aspects of the place I inhabit.”
Vahid is the author of the monograph Nebraska, Tampa: The Return to the Streets (Tavaali Publication, 2025) and currently serves as Director of the Beatrice M. Haggerty Gallery at the University of Dallas. At the event, guests will have the opportunity to view selected works from his series Forms of Light, Elegies, and The Othered Eye, which reflect his sustained engagement with environmental and cultural narratives.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Single Time East Coast Swing (Jitterbug)
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Join us for a great time while we learn the basics to one of the all-time favorite swing dances.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
DBFF 2026: Comedy Night
This is a laughing matter: DBFF’s Comedy Night is back for 2026 here at GDAC, featuring Myra J., Mary Boyce, and more acts to be announced soon. More information and tickets availble here.
For more DBFF events, see the festival schedule here.
DBFF 2026 Panel: The State of the Contemporary Black Church
What is the state of the Black Contemporary Black Church? Over the last several decades the Church in America particularly the Black Church has gone through profound transformations. “The Contemporary Black Church written by Jason Shelton makes the case that the story of this changing religious landscape needs to be told incorporating more data as it applies specifically to African Americans.
The Denton Black Film Festival Institute in association with author Jason Shelton is hosting a free community discussion and panel on the “State of the Black Church” exploring its findings and interviews with pastors, ministers and church leaders. Mr Shelton will share some of these findings with the audience and an outstanding panel that has been assembled to discuss the findings and respond to the question of where is the Black church today and what does its future hold! This will be a very important and lively discussion with deep ramification to the Black Church and Black culture.
Reserve your seats here. For more DBFF events, see the festival schedule here.
DBFF 2026 Poetry Get Down: Reset Slam
The Poetry Get Down: Reset Slam
Hosted by National Spoken Word Artist Verb Kulture ; DJ Frances Jaye from The Neo Soul Cafe
Time: 7pm | Doors open at 6:30pm
Tickets: $20 advance/ $25 at door
Concessions Available: Soft Drinks/Wine/ Beer and Snacks
In the Reset Slam, every round is a clean slate.
No carried scores. No momentum advantage.
Each poem stands on its own moment.
Only the first 12 poets that complete registration will be allowed to participate in the slam. Register here. Audience members click here to purchase tickets.
GRAND PRIZE $1000
2ND PLACE $300
3RD PLACE $200
Origin Story: The Art of Spoken Word - Workshop & Open Mic
The journey continues. The third workshop in the Origin Story series expands the conversation—inviting both returning participants and new voices. Join curator Ki Divine and featured creatives for another immersive experience that celebrates spoken word poetry, storytelling, and self-expression.
This workshop + open mic invites you to:
Explore your personal story through writing prompts
Share your truth in an intimate open mic
Connect with a community of poets, creatives, and healers
Free to attend! RSVP details coming soon.
Sew Gold
Come out for an open skill-sharing creative gathering providing a casual, supportive atmosphere for those interested in fiber art. Feel free to drop in and out of workshop sessions at your leisure.
To learn more about Sew Gold, visit their website.
Meetings are held at GDAC at least once a month.
Egg Pickup Day — 10th Annual Eggsibition
It’s time to crack into creativity while raising money to support Artists Enclave and GDAC’s community programs! The 10th Annual Eggsibition: Freeform 10 officially begins with our first egg pickup day. Join us on Saturday, February 7, from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM at GDAC to pick up your bisqueware egg to decorate for this highly anticipated Denton arts tradition!
Artists who pick up their egg during this time on February 7 will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a special gift basket, with the drawing taking place at the Eggsibition event!
Can’t make it on February 7? No problem! Eggs may be picked up during open hours at GDAC, Sleeping Lizards (424 N. Elm St), or via porch pickup at 2103 Foxcroft Circle, Denton, TX. Finished eggs must be dropped off at GDAC on or before March 14.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary, artists are encouraged to interpret the theme “Freeform 10” in any way they choose—numeric, symbolic, nostalgic, conceptual, or something totally unexpected. All completed eggs will be featured in an online silent auction, with proceeds benefiting GDAC and Artists Enclave.
Eggsibition Event Details:
The Eggsibition will take place on March 29, from 3:00–6:00 PM at Rubber Gloves (411 E. Sycamore St), featuring a beach party twist on “Freeform 10.” Enjoy drinks and refreshments for purchase, and see all the decorated eggs on display while bidding on your favorites. Beach/surfer attire is encouraged!
Don’t miss this chance to showcase your eggscellent creativity! Come pick up your egg on February 7 and enter for a chance to win the raffle!
Donation Based Yoga — “CommuniTEA”
Settle in for warmth, connection, and community.
Join Good Vibes Yoga and the Greater Denton Arts Council for CommuniTEA - the next in our series of donation-based yoga classes! This experience begins with a beginner-friendly yoga class designed to soothe the nervous system, followed by a 30-minute tea education and tasting led by the UNT Tea Society. Sip, learn, and linger during a relaxed, slow social hour that celebrates community and meaningful conversation.
WHAT TO BRING
Your own yoga mat if you have one!
Comfortable clothing
Limited loaner mats will be available, and props will be provided on a first come, first served basis.
All donations from this event support the Greater Denton Arts Council, helping sustain free and accessible programming for the Denton community.
Free to attend! For more information and to register, visit https://donationyoga.givesmart.com
All are welcome. All Good Vibes.
Punk Love Opening Reception
PUNK’S NOT DEAD! At least, not here at GDAC because our signature exhibition, Punk Love, is back for 2026. The artworks in this show are a study in alternative love and an exploration of how we give, receive, or sometimes even withhold love. This is an exhibition for everyone who doesn’t quiet feel represented by the typical Valentine’s traditions of flowers, chocolates, and teddy bears.
The opening reception is open to the public. See you there!
Cirque du Horor Presents: A Moonlit Monster Ball
Does Valentine’s season leave you feeling a little. . .monstrous? Welcome to a Moonlit Monster Ball, benefitting the Denton's Day of the Dead Festival!
This premier event features hauntingly crafted cocktails, a chef-plated dinner specially curated by Chef Suzanne Johnson, a raffle, and a special one-night-only performance by Cirque du Horror's Orchestra of the Undead!
Suggested atire: Your most elegant costumes or finest Halloween gala attire. Make it gothic, make it spooky, make it monstrous!
Materials: Hard + Soft 2026 Opening Reception & GDAC Grand Reopening
Join us as we celebrate the grand reopening of the Patterson Appleton Arts Center—home of the Greater Denton Arts Council—following a full year of City-led updates and renovations throughout 2025!
This special evening also marks the opening reception of our 39th annual Materials: Hard + Soft + Digital Contemporary Craft exhibition, bringing together traditional craft, digital practices, and conceptual approaches from artists across the country.
Enjoy an evening of art, community, and celebration featuring:
🍴 Finger foods by Chestnut Tree
🍸 Cash bar by Union Bear
🎶 Live music by Cassandra Berry
🎨 & Art activities for all!
We’re thrilled to welcome this year’s MHS exhibition jurors, Gabe Duggan and Nneka Kai, who will be in attendance sharing their thoughts and reflections on the show.
A huge thank you to our generous MHS exhibition sponsors Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center and Home2 Suites.
Come celebrate new beginnings, fresh spaces, and powerful artwork with us—we can’t wait to see you there!
Denton Quilt Guild Surplus Sale
The Denton Quilt Guild’s annual surplus sale is here! This is your one-stop-shop for all things crafting and fiber arts supplies at amazing prices.
Sale hours are from 11am to 7pm on Feb. 27 and 28.
Needle Felting Workshop with Lera Watts
Join local artist Lera Watts for a beginner friendly needle felting workshop where you’ll take home your very own needle felted creation! More details coming soon.
Sew Gold
Come out for an open skill-sharing creative gathering providing a casual, supportive atmosphere for those interested in fiber art. Feel free to drop in and out of workshop sessions at your leisure.
To learn more about Sew Gold, visit their website.
Meetings are held at GDAC at least once a month.
10th Annual Eggsibition: Freeform 10
Join us for a celebration of creativity and community at the 10th Annual Eggsibition! This beloved silent auction features one-of-a-kind ceramic eggs, each uniquely decorated by local artists, businesses, and community leaders.
This year’s theme, “Freeform 10,” celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Eggsibition! Egg decorators are encouraged to interpret the theme of “10” in any way they choose—numeric, symbolic, nostalgic, conceptual, or something totally unexpected.
All proceeds benefit Artists Enclave and the Greater Denton Arts Council, supporting their shared mission to foster and support the arts in our community.
CALL FOR EGG DECORATORS!
It’s time to crack into creativity! The 10th Annual Eggsibition officially kicks off with our first egg pickup day on Saturday, February 7, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM at GDAC. Artists who pick up their egg on February 7 will be entered into a raffle to win a special gift basket at the Eggsibition event!
Can’t make it on February 7? No problem! Eggs may also be picked up during open hours at:
• GDAC
• Sleeping Lizards (424 N. Elm St)
• Porch pickup at 2103 Foxcroft Circle, Denton, TX
Finished eggs must be returned to GDAC on or before March 14.
The silent auction will open online on March 22, 3:00 PM, at https://eggsibition10.givesmart.com
The Eggsibition will be held at Rubber Gloves on March 29, 3:00–6:00 PM. We’re embracing our own take on “Freeform 10” with a beach party theme! Join us to see all the decorated eggs on display, enjoy food and drinks for purchase, and bid on your favorites until the auction closes at 5:30 PM. Beach and surfer attire encouraged!
Sew Gold
Come out for an open skill-sharing creative gathering providing a casual, supportive atmosphere for those interested in fiber art. Feel free to drop in and out of workshop sessions at your leisure.
To learn more about Sew Gold, visit their website.
Meetings are held at GDAC at least once a month.
Amplify Denton
Amplify Denton is back for its second year! Rock out to Denton’s finest homegrown musical talent while helping support GDAC and our phenomenal partners at the Denton Music and Arts Collaborative so we can continue our work uplifting our community’s artists and keeping art accessible to the public.
More details to come soon! Event hours subject to change. Want to sponsor this event? Check out our new sponsorship packet for more information!
All Star Karaoke
Come belt your favorite tunes with some of our favorite Denton personalities at All Star Karaoke benefiting both GDAC and Kuzu Radio. Whether you plan on taking the stage yourself to sing your go-to karaoke song or just to sit back and laugh, we guarantee a good time!
More details to come soon. Event hours subject to change.
GDAC Closing Early Due to Inclement Winter Weather
Due to the incoming winter storms Friday Jan. 23 and over the weekend, GDAC will be closed early today and on Saturday Jan. 24. Please stay safe and stay warm, everyone!
We hope to see you on Tuesday Jan. 27 for our regular business hours.
Denton Pen and Performance Open Mic
Come rock the open mic or poetry slam on January 22nd at the Greater Denton Arts Center from 5:30PM-8PM RSVP on eventbrite LINK IN BIO to cheer in the audience, check out the fair, compete in the poetry slam, or judge! Mic and slam are hosted by Maria Zaki.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Single Time East Coast Swing (Jitterbug)
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Join us for a great time while we learn the basics to one of the all-time favorite swing dances.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Triple Time East Coast Swing
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Come join us as we have fun while learning the basics of East Coast Swing including steps, frame, and technique.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
Donation Based Yoga: The Art of Intention - Yoga + Mandala Art
Start the year slowly, intentionally, and together.
Join Good Vibes Yoga at the Greater Denton Arts Council for a donation-based deep stretch yoga class designed to soothe the nervous system, followed by mindful mandala art and intention setting for the year ahead. 60 minute Deep Stretch (Beginner friendly) followed by 30 minutes of intention setting and Mandala Coloring!
🧘♀️ BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat)
Limited loaner mats available (first come, first served)
Props provided (first come, first served)
100% of proceeds benefit the Greater Denton Arts Council
Free to attend! Register here to secure your spot.
All are welcome. All Good Vibes.
Sew Gold
Come out for an open skill-sharing creative gathering providing a casual, supportive atmosphere for those interested in fiber art. Feel free to drop in and out of workshop sessions at your leisure.
To learn more about Sew Gold, visit their website.
Meetings are held at GDAC at least once a month.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Single Time East Coast Swing (Jitterbug)
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Join us for a great time while we learn the basics to one of the all-time favorite swing dances.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Triple Time East Coast Swing
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Come join us as we have fun while learning the basics of East Coast Swing including steps, frame, and technique.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Single Time East Coast Swing (Jitterbug)
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Join us for a great time while we learn the basics to one of the all-time favorite swing dances.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
With Honey, With Tme Exhibition Opening Reception
We are excited to begin the new year in 2026 with the opening of With Honey, With Time, a solo exhibition by Gemma Guiomard on view from December 13 – February 21, 2025. @guiomard.art
GDAC will be closed for winter holiday break from December 15 - January 5, 2026. Please join us at the opening reception on January 8, 2026 from 6 - 8 PM!
Ballroom Dance Class: Beginner Triple Time East Coast Swing
Want to hit the dance floor with new moves and new confidence? Here We Go Dance by Rhea Brock is introducing beginner friendly dance lessons in East Coast Swing! Come join us as we have fun while learning the basics of East Coast Swing including steps, frame, and technique.
No partner? No problem! Individuals dancers are welcome and can dance with other class participants.
To register, contact Rhea at 214-797-5922. Registration fee is $15 per person for 1 lesson or $50 per person for all 4 lessons in the session. Participants can pay the registration fee over Zelle at 214-797-5922 or Venmo @RheaBrock.
Denton Community Holiday Party
Hosted by Friends with Benefits Denton.
FREE Denton Community Holiday Lunch - no questions ask! First come, first serve.
If you're struggling to afford to have a meal with your family for the Holidays, join us for our Community Holiday Lunch Party! We will be serving lunch from 11am-2pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center - 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201.
Limited free parking, walkable from the Downtown Denton A-Train Station.
Food - Community - Free Hair Cuts
Family Portrait Station - & more!
If you'd like to donate to help us cover the costs to feed families this Holiday season, please click here. If you'd like to join us and celebrate the Holiday season by volunteering, please sign up here.
GDAC Closed for Winter Break
Sending our warmest holiday wishes to you and your loved ones this holiday season, no matter how you celebrate. GDAC will be closed for our Winter Break through the holidays and reopening on Tuesday Jan. 6th, 2026.
Sew Gold
Come out for an open skill-sharing creative gathering providing a casual, supportive atmosphere for those interested in fiber art. Feel free to drop in and out of workshop sessions at your leisure.
To learn more about Sew Gold, visit their website.
Meetings are held at GDAC at least once a month.
Origin Story: The Art of Spoken Word — Workshop + Open Mic
Every artist has an Origin Story.
Join curator Ki Divine and featured creatives for an evening that celebrates spoken word poetry, storytelling, and self-expression.
This workshop + open mic invites you to:
Explore your personal story through writing prompts
Share your truth in an intimate open mic
Connect with a community of poets, creatives, and healers
Free Admission! Bring your notebook, your story, and your voice. Let’s honor the art of spoken word together.
Open Studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your own art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new one—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Artistic Presence: A Gift Wrapping Project by Lisa Vining
Welcome to the Artistic Presence-A Gift Wrapping Project! My name is Lisa Vining and I invite you to bring a small gift to the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center that you would like to have gift wrapped in a stylish, artistic way. After you set up an appointment, you'll come to the studio and we'll have a conversation about the gift, then I'll wrap it with my specialty papers and supplies. Everything about this process is free of charge. It's an art project designed to promote connections by participating in the process of giving.
At the appointment we'll have a conversation about your gift that will spark the direction I take in selecting the wrapping. I've collected papers from various sources including: museum shops, London boutiques, dollar stores, and some vintage ephemera I've collected for decades. We’ll explore ideas together and I'll make decisions based on our conversation. I will make your gift look artistic, unique, and guaranteed to be super special for the recipient.
Click here for the Artistic Presence website where you can book an appointment and read more about the project. Each appointment will last a 1/2 hour. There are 25 slots scheduled over three days from December 4-6, 2025.
And follow the project on Instagram!
Artistic Presence: A Gift Wrapping Project by Lisa Vining
Welcome to the Artistic Presence-A Gift Wrapping Project! My name is Lisa Vining and I invite you to bring a small gift to the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center that you would like to have gift wrapped in a stylish, artistic way. After you set up an appointment, you'll come to the studio and we'll have a conversation about the gift, then I'll wrap it with my specialty papers and supplies. Everything about this process is free of charge. It's an art project designed to promote connections by participating in the process of giving.
At the appointment we'll have a conversation about your gift that will spark the direction I take in selecting the wrapping. I've collected papers from various sources including: museum shops, London boutiques, dollar stores, and some vintage ephemera I've collected for decades. We’ll explore ideas together and I'll make decisions based on our conversation. I will make your gift look artistic, unique, and guaranteed to be super special for the recipient.
Click here for the Artistic Presence website where you can book an appointment and read more about the project. Each appointment will last a 1/2 hour. There are 25 slots scheduled over three days from December 4-6, 2025.
And follow the project on Instagram!
Artistic Presence: A Gift Wrapping Project by Lisa Vining
Welcome to the Artistic Presence-A Gift Wrapping Project! My name is Lisa Vining and I invite you to bring a small gift to the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center that you would like to have gift wrapped in a stylish, artistic way. After you set up an appointment, you'll come to the studio and we'll have a conversation about the gift, then I'll wrap it with my specialty papers and supplies. Everything about this process is free of charge. It's an art project designed to promote connections by participating in the process of giving.
At the appointment we'll have a conversation about your gift that will spark the direction I take in selecting the wrapping. I've collected papers from various sources including: museum shops, London boutiques, dollar stores, and some vintage ephemera I've collected for decades. We’ll explore ideas together and I'll make decisions based on our conversation. I will make your gift look artistic, unique, and guaranteed to be super special for the recipient.
Click here for the Artistic Presence website where you can book an appointment and read more about the project. Each appointment will last a 1/2 hour. There are 25 slots scheduled over three days from December 4-6, 2025.
And follow the project on Instagram!
Open Studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your own art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new one—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Character Design workshop with Sheli Petersen
Interested in character design? Sheli Petersen, illustrator of Rascally Ravens of Greystone Farm, will be leading an introduction to character drawing workshop to guide artists on developing characters for picture books, comics, and gaming. Participants will learn to draw characters with shape and proportion, 3D thinking, distinguishing details, and more!
This workshop is free and open to the public! Details and registration here.
Poetry Business Network: A Workshop for Growth
Turning Passion into Profit: The Poetry Business Network
Hosted by the Poetry Business Network – Texas Chapter
Ready to take your poetry from passion to paycheck?
Join Texas Chapter Leader Joshua “Roses” Clark for an inspiring workshop that teaches poets how to turn their creative voice into a thriving business. Learn how to generate real income, reach new industries, and build a future where your art works for you.
Your voice has power — now it’s time to make it profitable. We will discuss Poetry Business 101: Goals, journey, lessons, roadblocks, and any questions you may have to take the next step.
Free to attend! Email info@sculptedrosescompany.com to register: Header — PBN Workshop, full name, and what you hope to learn.
IS IT CAKE? — Paper Clay Workshop
Registration is currently full! To grab a spot on the waitlist in the event of open slots, email our Education Curator Jess Green (jess.green@dentonarts.com).
In this workshop led by artist Aileen Khuu, participants will learn about the process of making paper clay, the uses of paper clay, and the different surface finishes that can be achieved through the process of decorating their own fake cake made of paper clay. Participants will receive a premade cake base and create their own portion of paper clay to create different toppers for their cakes and decorate their cakes. Methods touched upon include basic hand building skills and paint application skills. All levels and ages are welcome.
This workshop is free to attend, and all materials will be provided.
Open Studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your own art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new one—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Ali-Zen Yoga Class
Ready to reset from the ground up? Join me for Bottoms Up Yoga—a breath-centered flow that blends deep stretching with mindful movement. Whether you're brand new or exploring your edge, this class meets you where you are and lifts you higher. 🧘♀️✨ #BottomsUpYoga #MindBodyConnection #StretchAndStrengthen
Bottoms Up Yoga: Rooted in breath, rising with strength—stretch, flow, and grow at your own pace.
For more information visit Ali’s website.
Amplify Denton Kickball Tournament
Join us for an afternoon of friendly competition to raise funds for the annual Denton Amplify Music Festival! Whether you're a kickball pro, or a novice ready to prove your skills, this tournament is all about supporting live local music, local artists, and the creative spirit that makes Denton unique and awesome.
You can sign up as an individual, and we will happily put you on a team, or you can gather 8-9 of your closest friends and form your own team. Cut offs to sign up will be Wednesday, November 12 at midnight, so sign up now! Team t-shirts, costumes, and/or other positive and friendly shenanigans encouraged, but this is a family friendly event so ALL ages are welcome!
Another great way to support the cause is to become a sponsor! Event sponsors, whether you're an individual or part of an organization, will be recognized for their generosity on all marketing materials, received complimentary entry into the tournament for one or more players, as well other exclusive VIP perks. Click here to register or become a sponsor now!
We will have some light snacks and waters available at the games!
reFramed Exhibition Opening Reception
Join us in celebrating the official opening of a brand new signature exhibition showcasing alternative processes in the development of photographs and other image making. This exhibition shows appreciation not just for the final product, but for process itself, in whatever form these innovative artists have chosen.
Free and open to the public! Light refreshments provided by GDAC.
Origin Story: The Art of Spoken Word — Workshop + Open Mic
GDAC presents Origin Story: The Art of Spoken Word
✨ A KiDivine Experience — Workshop + Open Mic
Every artist has an Origin Story.
Join curator Ki Divine and featured creatives for an evening that celebrates spoken word poetry, storytelling, and self-expression.
This workshop + open mic invites you to:
🌿 Explore your personal story through writing prompts
🎤 Share your truth in an intimate open mic
💫 Connect with a community of poets, creatives, and healers
Free Admission! Bring your notebook, your story, and your voice. Let’s honor the art of spoken word together.
Open Studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your own art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new one—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!