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Be sure to stop by and see our collection of uncommonly eclectic and unusually unique stuff. Remember we also carry an extensive line of art and craft supplies and artist services.

Watch for our Micro Mural contest announcement.

For additional information please visit our facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/TehachapiTreasureTrove or call us at 661-822-6794

Events at the Treasure Trove

Come and join the fun. No reservations necessary.

Open Studios at the Treasure Trove

Open Studios at the Treasure Trove do not require reservations – you can come and be inspired to do your best work (or play!) in our comfortable and creative environment any time the store is open. Open studio sessions are available for $5. Come on over and get busy being creative!

· Every Monday evening, 5 to 8 p.m., is Open Studio – Watercolor. Create and share Ideas and concepts with other watercolor artists.

· Every Friday morning, 10 to 1 p.m., is Open Studio - All Media. Come, create and share ideas with other artists working in various types of media.

· PFLAG meets every Third Thursday at 7 PM. (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)

Classes at the Treasure Trove

Reservations for all classes with a deposit must be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled class. Students may bring their own supplies for classes or purchase supplies at the Treasure Trove. Please call 661-822-6794 for additional information and reservations. Please visit our facebook page for additional information. http://www.facebook.com/TehachapiTreasureTrove.

Tuesday afternoons, 3 to 5 p.m. – Introduction to Earth Clay with Gloria Moore for $30 per class plus clay. A weekly open work shop to explore various methods of working with earth based clay.

Wednesday Mornings 10-2 - Adventures in Painting with Juanita Niemeyer. A workshop for artists painting with oils or acrylics. Bring your own project or work on a project supplied by the teacher. Juanita is an experienced art teacher and can help with techniques for whatever you want to paint. Paint on canvas, wood, glass, paper or ceramic bisque. $20 per session (not including materials).

Aug. 9, Saturday Morning from 10 to 12, Iris Paper Folding Card - Your Choice of Subject with Janet Meabon for $20. Class price includes materials to make one card. Learn to make sensational cards with folded paper. Your choice of design. The class price includes materials to make one card. Materials for additional cards will be available for $5

Aug. 17, Sunday afternoon, 1 to 4 - Jewelry Making with Dawn Callahan for $25 plus materials. Learn beading and jewelry making basics: Create your own necklace and earrings

Aug. 23, Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4, Hollow Lentil Beads with Cathy Clark. $35 plus materials. Students will create a hollow lentil bead from polymer clay

Aug. 28, Thursday afternoon, 1 to 4 - Dream Catcher Weaving with Susanna Monette for $25 basic materials included. Each student will learn to weave a 4 inch dream catcher

Aug. 30, Saturday Morning 11-2 - Fused Glass with Leila Kleiman for $50 materials and firing included. Make a decorated glass piece using colorful glass to create a unique piece of art. This class is appropriate for both beginners and experienced glass artists. Pieces will be fired and available in about a week.

Save the Dates

Sept. 6, Saturday afternoon, 1:00 to 4:00– Krackalakin Candle Making with Carol Bartels.

Sept. 9 through Oct. 12, Sunday afternoons, 2 to 4, - Intermediate Acrylic Painting with Susan Cunningham

Thursday afternoon Sept. 25 from 1 to 4. Wire Crocheted Necklace with Mike Caraeti.

Nov. 1, Saturday afternoon, 1 to 4 - Polymer Clay with Christi Friesen