”Take the attitude of a student,
never be too big to ask
questions, never know too
much to learn
something new.”
- Georgia O’Keeffe

“I didn't want to do
metal work and get
my hands all nicked
up and be around
guys. So I took drama
because there were
a lot of girls.”
- Michael J. Fox

Community Classes are available for people of all ages who wish to develop artistic talents and explore different techniques and mediums. Artistic and self improvement opportunities abound throughout Banning whether it be painting, dance, scrap booking, ceramics, sculpture or learning languages.

Classes at Banning Center for the Arts

Tuesday Class
Drawing and Painting
instructor: Luz Maria Perez
Tues 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM $20 per session
every other week beginning Aug 24, 2010
Discount given if paid 3 months in advance.

Wed Class
Acrylic Painting Techniques
“Making it Look Photo Real”
Class hours Wed 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Taught by world famous artist
Don Roth (www.kool-kats.com)
in a relaxed environment.

Wed Evening Class
Children’s classes
Young Artist workshop—2nd through 6th grade
Wed 5:30-7:00 PM
Non-competitive, relaxed environment
$40 for entire 4 week workshop + $10 for supplies
Instructor - Ann Kato

Banning Center For the Arts
See Gallery tab for Gallery information

Pottery Classes
Bear Creek offers classes in hand building, wheel throwing of all levels, as well as sculpture classes. They carry a large assortment of tools, supplies, kilns and clay and offer almost 3000 square feet of studio space, so your creativity will never be cramped. By appointment only.
www.bearcreekpottery.com or email at info@bearcreekpottery.com

Scrapbook Workshops
Scrapbook workshops for beginners and seasoned scrapbookers held on the second weekend of each month, Friday, 7 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. in Banning.
Cost: $5.
Call Donnette Bowman, (951) 922-4761.

Art Gallery and Artist Co-Op
Banning Center For The Arts gallery is open to the public on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. In addition to featured artists with long term exhibits, the Gallery has now added an Artist's Co-Op which will bring a greater variety of art to the community. The Co-Op employs a juried system which occurs approximately every 6 months. Members supporting the arts and docents are also needed. If you've ever wanted to be involved in the arts or work with artists and the public, the Banning Center for the Arts Gallery Docent Program might be a perfect fit. If you have just a few hours per week or per month and would like to be involved in the arts, please call for information on the next Docent Training Program. An on-site meeting room is also available. For more information on the exhibits, artist co-op, docent program or classes please call Clidine Roper or Marilynn Hollis at 951-849-3993.

Corda Art Gallery on San Gorgonio
This gallery and studio features marble sculpture, bronze and watercolor. Works by artist Joe Corda and a changing slate of Pass area artists are exhibited. Hours of operation vary. Please call Joe Corda at 951-922-2880 for further information on shows and exhibits.

San Gorgonio Ballet Company and Art Gallery
The San Gorgonio Ballet Company is now located in their new home at 240 W. Ramsey featuring 5600 sq feet of studio space along with an art gallery. Artists showcasing their work contribute a portion of their sales to the San Gorgonio Ballet. Artists are sought for possible exhibit space. For further information on the San Gorgonio Ballet Company or the Gallery, please call Liz Olsen at 951-922-8820 or visit their website at www.sangorgonioballet.org

Crafts - Knit and Crochet - Language Classes
The Banning Senior Center, 769 N. San Gorgonio Ave., in Banning, holds knit and crochet get-togethers every Wednesday from 10 to 11:30am; Craft classes are held on Thursdays, 9 to 11:30 a.m.; Spanish classes are as follows: Monday 10am Advanced, Friday 9am Beginning and Friday 10am Intermediate. A Senior's Dinner Dance is held the third Thursday every month and your $5 donation includes dinner and dance music. Call 951-922-3250 to verify class times.

Knitting
The Knitting Nook offers a wide array of yarn choices for your projects plus gift items. Located at 3458 W. Ramsey, Suite B in Banning. Call Florene Boyar, Owner/Mgr at 951-849-5340 for more information.

English Classes
Free English Classes are offered at the Banning Public Library, 21 W. Nicolet St. in Banning, for adults who want to improve their English skills in speaking, reading and writing.
Call 951-849-3192 or 951-769-0361.

Banning Community Services
The Banning Community Services Department (BCSD), located at 789 N. San Gorgonio Ave. in Banning, hosts continuous classes of all types.
Call 951-922-3243.

Beaumont-Cherry Valley Recreation and Park District
The Beaumont Cherry Valley Recreation and Park District (BCVRPD) hosts a variety of classes for children and adults.
Call 951-845-9555.

Dorothy Ramon Learning Center
The purpose of the Center is to save and share the American Indian Cultures of southern California. California has the largest number of different Indian languages and cultures. There are many reservations scattered over southern California, yet even nearby residents know little about them. The Center seeks to document and preserve native languages, histories, music, basketry, pottery and other traditional arts. With our building in downtown Banning, we are able to better share this important part of our national heritage. When the building is remodeled we’ll have a reference library and archive, recording studio, gathering hall for events, children’s center, display space, and gift shop.

The Learning Center is named for Dorothy Ramon, one of the last speakers of the Serrano language. In her last years she worked with a linguist and, together, they wrote a grammar for the language and recorded many of her memories and stories. She symbolizes those Indian elders who were steeped in their cultures and willing to share this knowledge.
www.dorothyramon.org or www.dorothyramon.blogspot.com

Pass Chorale
The Pass Chorale is a community chorus serving Banning, Beaumont, and surrounding communities in the San Gorgonio Pass. The mission of the Chorale is to provide opportunities for learning and performing choral music. Music includes masterworks by classical composers as well as madrigals, ethnic music in many languages, anthems and patriotic music. Two major concerts with orchestra are performed each year. The Chorale also performs at community events.
www.passchorale.blogspot.com