EVENTS
Ceramic Makers Market
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH 10AM-2PM
​​Start your holiday shopping early!​ Visitors will find one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts made by local artisans, including our open studio artists, instructors and students from the Artists’ Exchange.
Customers can freely browse the market and get to know the artists at each table. Choose from a variety of ceramic pieces, including functional ware, sculptures, garden art, and holiday decorations. Each piece is unique and carefully created, making the perfect gift for the holiday season.
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In attending the market, customers are not only purchasing art but also investing in creativity, inclusion, and community connection.
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Proceeds from the market will go directly back to each artist, with a percentage of their table reservation going towards Artists’ Exchange, supporting our nonprofits’ programs, and empowering all individuals through art and creative opportunities.
Artists' Exchange presents the 21st annual
GINGERBREAD HOUSE
DECORATING CONTEST
December 6th | 9am -5pm
Steal away a few moments during the hectic holiday season to gather with friends and family to engage in an old world craft... be creative, sneak some candy, and have fun! Enjoy 20% off class registrations, raffles, tasty treats, grab bags, Holiday Photo Stations, artisan craft sales, and more. Costumes welcome!
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Space per time slot is limited & may fill. Reservations REQUIRED
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$16 per house | 50 Rolfe Square Cranston
RISA Presents:
Songwriters in the Round
December 11th | 7:00pm
4 Song writers, 4 rounds of original songs. Join in, listen, enjoy great original music, and become a part of next month's theme. Meets monthly on the second Thursday.
Suggested admission
$5 RISA Members
$10 Non-Member
Live Bait:
True Stories From Real People
December 13th | 7:30pm
“True Stories From Real People”, Rhode Island’s longest running adult story telling show for over 10 years.
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No scripts or notes, no rants or stand-up, just true stories told in six minutes or less. Audience participation encouraged, performers and non-performers alike to come play or just watch an evening of Funny, Gut-Wrenching, Scary, Enlightening, Soul-Baring, True Stories.
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Tickets $15 in advance or at the door. Doors open at 7:15pm
HORIZON: Lines in Space
ON VIEW SEPT - DEC, 2025
A line in space, as it travels in the distance. A line where the land appears to meet the sky. A range of perception or experiences as one looks to the future.
The horizon can act as a grounding concept that guides our visual perceptions through the artwork. Guiding us through the horizon line as it traveled within an abstracted landscape, figurative caricature, or intricate pattern. This collection represents a wide range of talents from the participating artists at Artists’ Exchange; spanning the last 10 years of art making.
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Exhibition presented by Artists' Exchange and will be on display at the historic Park Theatre.
The Park Theatre Mezzanine
848 Park Ave, Cranston
Weekly Events
Monday - Friday: Open Studio, 4-8pm - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Participants must have previous experience in a clay studio, as no instruction will be offered during this time. Includes use of all Artists' Exchange equipment including pottery wheels, canvas covered tables, extruder and clay tools as well as a bisque fire. Glazing fees charged separately. Supplies can also be purchased separately through Artists' Exchange. Call to sign up: 401.490.9475. $12 per session.