Dade County ArtConnect – May Newsletter
Bringing the arts to life in our community
Hello friends of DCA,
May is full of creative opportunities here at Dade County ArtConnect. From hands-on art classes and club meetups to theater workshops and community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month.
Upcoming Events
Open House at the DCA Art Center
Saturday, May 4 | 2:00–4:00 PM
Stop by and see what’s new. Meet instructors, tour our space, and learn more about our upcoming classes and events.
Audition Workshops for “Bedtime Stories” by Ed Monk
May 3 at 2:00 PM and May 6 at 6:00 PM
Thinking about auditioning for our summer play? These workshops will help you prepare, build confidence, and get to know the production team. Learn More
Theater Auditions
May 19 and 20 | 6:00–8:00 PM
We’re casting for our summer comedy, Bedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad) (Who Messed Them Up), with performances scheduled for July 26 and 27 at 7:00 PM and July 28 at 2:00 PM.
DCA Artist Showcase at the Opera House
May 24 | During Buffalo Days
Join us for an exhibition of local art and a vendor fair celebrating the talent of our regional artists. Learn More
May Art Classes – Registration Now Open
3D Castle Sculpture with Jennifer Jones
May 6–7 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Ages 10 and up
Build your own cardboard castle and bring it to life with paint and mixed media. Learn More
Preschool Watercolor Portraits with Aimee Haase
May 8 | 5:30–6:30 PM
Ages 4–6
A playful class introducing young artists to portrait basics and watercolor techniques. Learn More
Printmaking with Deby Gilley
Wednesdays: May 8, 15, 22, and 29 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Learn linocut techniques and create original prints each week. Learn More
Leatherworking with Daytona Hurd
May 10–11 | 2:00–4:00 PM
Create a leather pouch while exploring traditional hand-tooling techniques. Learn More
Kids Mosaic with Rhonda Barnhouse
May 12 and 15 | 5:30–6:30 PM
Ages 6–10
Use tile and found objects to create a colorful mosaic masterpiece. Learn More
Spots are limited—register today at dadecounty.art/events.
Community Meetups
Crochet Club
Every third Monday | 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Bring your latest project or start something new. All skill levels welcome.
Fiber Fridays
Every Friday | 3:00–5:00 PM
Join us for a casual gathering of fiber artists. Bring your spinning, weaving, felting, or knitting.
Coming in June
Rug Hooking with Debbie Gillette
June 7–8 | 1:00–5:00 PM
Explore the rich tradition of rug hooking with modern designs and techniques.
DCA Fundraising Golf Tournament
June 21
Support the arts in Dade County while enjoying a round of golf. Sponsorship and player spots are available, Register Now!
First Annual Members Meeting
June 23 | 6:00–7:00 PM
All members are invited to attend our first annual meeting. We’ll review our accomplishments and share plans for the future.
Stay connected, get creative, and help us build an arts community we can all be proud of. Visit dadecounty.art for full details and to register for classes and events.
Thank you for your continued support,
The DCA Team
