
The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
Come celebrate with the CCAC while touring our new location at 316 Main Street on Thursday and Friday, November 5 & 6th - 7:00pm - 8:30pm -- Enjoy entertainment and register for Door Prizes or register for our upcoming Jewelry Making Workshop on 11/7; Paint-Ti- You Drop on 11/20 and a Community-wide Holiday Cookie Exch...ange on 12/5! Find out more about the Pineville Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on 11/21.
Friday night will feature the Charlotte Appalachian Dulcimer Club.Read More
Friday night will feature the Charlotte Appalachian Dulcimer Club.Read More

The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
Come and visit CCAC at the annual Pineville Fall Fest and register for a Paint-Till-You-Drop raffle! Enjoy FREE give aways all day long. Custom design a T-shirt or canvas carry-all bag for $5. Purchase a custom print signed by Master Painter Lee Baumgarten for $5. Pick up an application for one our workshops or mem...bership. Come on by and see what the buzz is all about! The CCAC is here for you - come out and Explore Your Potential!Read More

The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
Are you thinking of Christmas gifts yet??! Make Your Own Jewelry or that special Christmas Gift - Whether you're new to making jewelry or an experienced jeweler, taking a class can be a great way to learn basic & new jewelry making techniques. Pre-registration is required, as class sizes are limited. Workshop will la...st for three hours, so you may be able to make multiple items in Level 1 and Level 2, or you may finish early depending on the complexity of your piece:
Level 1: Beading - Learn how easy and fun it is to make your own jewelry. Using just a few simple materials you can make beautiful pieces for your friends and family. Great as gifts for birthdays or holidays. This class will instruct you on the basics of beading and introduce you to the wide variety of materials available in the marketplace today to create fantastic, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces - everything you need to get started on a hobby that is both fun and fulfilling. But BEWARE: Beading can be addictive! Class time is approx.1 ½ to 2 hours. CLASS LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS - so sign up today. Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. Class fee of $25 includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, and enough stringing material, crimp beads and a toggle clasp to complete one bracelet.
Level 2: Hammered Metal Pendant (Beginner Level) Create a one-of-a-kind pendant from copper and brass sheet metal. You will learn to texture, bend, dome and patina the metal. You will also layer shapes and textures to design a rustic piece that is uniquely yours. A basic wrapped loop technique will be taught to finish your pendant a simple hook and eye clasp. Class time is approximately 3 hours. CLASS LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS. Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. Class fee of $35 (necklace) or $45 (necklace and earrings) includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, sandpaper, Patina solution, Microcrystalline wax (to polish finished piece), practice wire.
Level 3: Viking Knit (intermediate level) Discover the skill to weave this incredibly beautiful chain using one of the oldest forms of knitting which originated in Scandinavia. This very forgiving technique yields a beautiful, strong but supple rope that may be drawn to a variety of thicknesses. Several design variations shown in class, so you may put your own design skills at work to complete your own piece. You will also learn how to make the hammered silver "S" hook shown in the picture as your bracelet closure. Class time is 2 1/2 to 3 hrs. Class limited to: 6 (sign up early, this class fills fast) Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. Class fee of $45 includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, one yard 24GA colored craft wire.Read More
Level 1: Beading - Learn how easy and fun it is to make your own jewelry. Using just a few simple materials you can make beautiful pieces for your friends and family. Great as gifts for birthdays or holidays. This class will instruct you on the basics of beading and introduce you to the wide variety of materials available in the marketplace today to create fantastic, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces - everything you need to get started on a hobby that is both fun and fulfilling. But BEWARE: Beading can be addictive! Class time is approx.1 ½ to 2 hours. CLASS LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS - so sign up today. Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. Class fee of $25 includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, and enough stringing material, crimp beads and a toggle clasp to complete one bracelet.
Level 2: Hammered Metal Pendant (Beginner Level) Create a one-of-a-kind pendant from copper and brass sheet metal. You will learn to texture, bend, dome and patina the metal. You will also layer shapes and textures to design a rustic piece that is uniquely yours. A basic wrapped loop technique will be taught to finish your pendant a simple hook and eye clasp. Class time is approximately 3 hours. CLASS LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS. Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. Class fee of $35 (necklace) or $45 (necklace and earrings) includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, sandpaper, Patina solution, Microcrystalline wax (to polish finished piece), practice wire.
Level 3: Viking Knit (intermediate level) Discover the skill to weave this incredibly beautiful chain using one of the oldest forms of knitting which originated in Scandinavia. This very forgiving technique yields a beautiful, strong but supple rope that may be drawn to a variety of thicknesses. Several design variations shown in class, so you may put your own design skills at work to complete your own piece. You will also learn how to make the hammered silver "S" hook shown in the picture as your bracelet closure. Class time is 2 1/2 to 3 hrs. Class limited to: 6 (sign up early, this class fills fast) Pre-registration is required due to the limited number of participants. Class fee of $45 includes instruction, information handout, use of all tools needed in class, one yard 24GA colored craft wire.Read More
Get Ready for X-mas Now - with Jewelry Presents!
Time:9:00AM Saturday, November 7th
Location:The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville

The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
The CCAC is proud to present the work of students participating in our 2009 Summer Workshops. These students are our true “World Treasures”.
Their works will impress and delight you. Come and Enjoy their displays at our new location at 316 Main Street, Pineville, NC.
Students ages 8-16, from culturally diverse backg...rounds, were awarded scholarships over the summer session under the direction and guidance of our teachers: Lee Baumgarten, Han Cashion and Denise Torrance. These students are the true treasures of our world, and are why we offer these services to our community.Read More
Their works will impress and delight you. Come and Enjoy their displays at our new location at 316 Main Street, Pineville, NC.
Students ages 8-16, from culturally diverse backg...rounds, were awarded scholarships over the summer session under the direction and guidance of our teachers: Lee Baumgarten, Han Cashion and Denise Torrance. These students are the true treasures of our world, and are why we offer these services to our community.Read More

The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville is proud to present World Treasures - KidZ Art Exhibit. The CCAC will present the work of students participating in our 2009 Summer Workshops. These students are our true “World Treasures”. Their works will impress and delight you. Come and Enjoy their displays at our new... location at 316 Main Street, Pineville, NC. Students ages 8-16, from culturally diverse backgrounds, were awarded scholarships over the summer session under the direction and guidance of our teachers: Lee Baumgarten, Han Cashion and Denise Torrance. These students are the true treasures of our world, and are why we offer these services to our community. Light refreshments will be served.Read More
World Treasures - KidZ Art Exhibit
Time:6:30PM Friday, October 9th
Location:The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
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The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville Our most exciting event! You provide the inspiration - we provide everything else (of course, please bring some photo or reference material to paint!) Come and paint into the wee hours of the morning or until you drop or until you have created a masterpiece in one night! Call or register on-line at www.ccacpineville.org. Discounts for groups - see the website for details!
Come Explore Your Potential!
Time:7:00PM Friday, September 18th
Location:Historic Downtown Pineville

The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville
The evening’s activities will include a wine tasting, gourmet appetizers, live jazz music with Upfront Jazz, and an art show featuring local artists, several of whom will be on hand to demonstrate oil painting and jewelry making.
A highlight of the evening will be the opportunity for attendees to explore their creative... side with a hands on activity, under the guidance of a professional artist.
Cost for the evening is $15 per person. Select wines will be available from Vintage Wine for purchase at half-price, and door prizes will be awarded by the CCAC. Come, enjoy, and explore your potential!
(RSVP to www.vintagewinestore.com)Read More
A highlight of the evening will be the opportunity for attendees to explore their creative... side with a hands on activity, under the guidance of a professional artist.
Cost for the evening is $15 per person. Select wines will be available from Vintage Wine for purchase at half-price, and door prizes will be awarded by the CCAC. Come, enjoy, and explore your potential!
(RSVP to www.vintagewinestore.com)Read More
An evening of wine tasting, gourmet appetizers and live jazz music
Time:7:00PM Thursday, August 27th
Location:Vintage Wine

The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville Paint Till You Drop Event TONIGHT - come one come all and paint until dawn!
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