Weekly Thrift Sale
Join us for our weekly thrift sale, where treasures await everyone from the magical stores of ARTISANworks! 🎉 (FREE ENTRY)
A weekly sale featuring collectibles, furniture, artwork, antiques, and more!
Discover something special for every taste.
NEW ITEMS EACH WEEK
Every Sunday, 12pm - 4pm
Night and Day Band Performance
Coming to ARTISANworks, during our public hours, Rochester band 🌙Night and Day☀️ will be playing in our Main Showroom between 2:00 – 4:00 pm. 🎵
Night & Day offers an eclectic mix of tunes from the Great American Songbook, R&B, blues and oldies, and a unique combination of instruments.
Personnel:
Candice O. – Lead Vocals
Tony V. – Guitar
Tony S. – Hammered Dulcimer
Rodeny O. – Bass
Steve H. – Drums
In times like these, it’s important to seek out joy and good company; we hope you’ll join us!
Admission Prices act as your Ticket to the event! The museum will be open from 12:00 – 5:00 pm!
Saturday, September 27th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Upcycled Clothing Block Print Workshop
Learn to upcycle your wardrobe with linoleum block printing on fabric! Led by Ali from Clover&Fox, you’ll learn the art of block printing, carve your own custom stamp, and give new life to your wardrobe.
Bring in your (clean) shirts, pants or jackets, up to five items
All stamp materials will be provided:
4”x6” stamp block
Carving Tools
Ink (several color options) and Brayers
Please come prepared with any designs or drawings you would like to create for your stamp. Ideal images have bold shapes and lines for beginner stamps, experienced printmakers can bring more detailed drawings. Feel free to prep one large image or several small images to fit in the 4”x6” space, you will have about 2 hours to carve. Images will also be provided for references.
Tickets are $40.00.
**Ticket sales end Saturday 9/27 at noon**
Sunday, September 28th, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Create, Meditate, Journal and Move
Art as Meditation, A Creative Mind-Body Journey!
Step into a nourishing space where creativity and mindfulness meet. In this workshop, we’ll explore the Art of presence through four connected practices: guided meditation to quiet the mind, reflective journaling to give voice to your inner landscape, hands on creative expression to bring your insights to life and gentle movement to awaken the body.
Join us for a soul nourishing workshop blending calming meditation, reflective journaling, hands on creative expression and gentle movement. No experience required, just bring your curiosity and an open heart. Leave feeling inspired, grounded and refreshed.
You will need to bring a journal to write in, pen or pencil, watercolor paper (9×12) or a mixed media sketchbook, your mat and water.
*Class may be canceled due to inadequate enrollment.*
Cost: $200.00 for all 5 classes or $50.00 per class!
Wednesday, October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Oktoberfest with Madeline's Catering
Welcome to Oktoberfest at ARTISANworks! Join us for a fun-filled event celebrating all things German right here at our amazing venue. Get ready for delicious food, hearty drinks, and live music! Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to experience a taste of Germany right in your own backyard. Prost! 🥨🍻
Food and Drink by our renowned Madeline’s Catering
Live music by the Krazy Firemen, Rochester’s Original Oktoberfest Band http://KrazyFiremen.com
Friday, October 3rd, 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Journal Painting Workshop with Edgy Pages
This fall, bring your creativity to life at ARTISANworks with a hands-on Journal Painting Workshop led by Liz of Edgy Pages. Each guest will receive a hardcover faux leather journal (320 pages, complete with annotation tabs and a ribbon bookmark) along with all the supplies needed to make it uniquely your own.
Using paints and Cricut-cut stencils, Liz will guide you through step-by-step techniques to decorate the page edges and add custom designs. With a variety of colors, stencils, and finishing touches to choose from, your journal will reflect your personal style and become a piece you’ll love to use—or gift.
Tickets are $40.00.
Friday, October 10th, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Spooky Block Print Workshop
Learn the art of block printing and bring original *spooky* designs and drawings to life! Guided by Ali from Clover&Fox, in this class you’ll carve your own 4”x6” block to create a one of a kind print. Learn step-by-step the process of block printing- from transferring your design, carving the block with professional tools, inking the design and pulling a print by hand. Immerse yourself in this tactile and hands-on medium and expand your creative expression during this Halloween season.
All of the materials will be provided for you including:
Carving tools
4×6” block to carve
Ink and Brayers
Paper
Please come prepared with any designs or drawings you would like to create for your prints. Ideal images have bold shapes and lines for beginner prints, experienced printmakers can bring more detailed drawings. Reference images will also be provided for you to choose from.
Tickets are $40.00!
Sunday, October 12th, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Spooky Speed Friending with Little Button Craft
Coloring, costumes, and conversations—come ready to meet new people and leave with new friends.This special edition adds a festive twist: it’s a Halloween costume party! Come dressed in your favorite costume or spooky gear to make the night even more fun.
How It Works
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Three Rounds of Conversation: Each round gets a little longer and a little deeper, starting with quick, easy questions (“What did you want to be when you grew up?”), moving into interests and hobbies, and ending with conversations about favorite Rochester spots and things you’d love to do with a new friend.
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Seat Swaps Between Rounds: To help you meet more people, you’ll switch seats throughout the evening (though it’s not required).
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Connection Cards: No pressure to hand over your phone on the spot! You’ll get custom cards where you can share your name, contact info, and what kind of connections you’re looking for—friendship, casual, or more. Add a personal note and pass it along when the moment feels right.
Tickets are $20.00!
Friday, October 24th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Novel Affair Book Fair
After the success of our two-day book fair, we couldn’t resist hosting one more before the holidays!
Treat yourself to mimosas, baked goodies, and breakfast bites from Madeline’s Catering while browsing an incredible lineup of bookish vendors—think bookmarks, journals, coffee mugs, artwork, cozy finds, and so much more.
What to expect:
- Local authors sharing their work
- Literary-inspired flash tattoos
- A faux flower bar
- Winter Swan Coffee keeping the caffeine flowing
- Local booksellers offering a wide variety of titles and genres
Read a little, shop a little, crossword it up, and enjoy a cozy Sunday surrounded by books, art, and community.
Admission is just $10 and includes access to the entire ARTISANworks main gallery—40,000 sq. ft. filled with roughly 500,000 items ranging from automobiles and collectibles to photography and fine art.
Sunday, November 2nd, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Polymer Clay Fridge Magnets Workshop with Little Button Craft!
Is your fridge looking a little plain? Brighten it up by creating your own polymer clay magnets!
This self-guided crafting event provides everything you need—tools, clay, and a cozy spot to work. You’ll sculpt your own designs, and we’ll handle the baking and finishing so your creations are ready to stick to the fridge (or any magnetic surface).
Make as many magnets as you’d like, no prior experience required. All materials are included, and the activity is kid-friendly (children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent).
Tickets are $20!
Thursday, November 6th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thanksgiving Wine Pairing with Bruce Smoller
Join renowned wine instructor Bruce Smoller as we discuss the best wine pairings for your Thanksgiving night. With Smoller, you will learn what works best with savory dishes and desserts as well as try a sampling of some of his recommendations.
Tickets are $30.00.
Friday, November 7th, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Night with the Rochester Bagpiper
Join professional bagpiper Jake Kwiatkowski for the answers to some of life’s most burning questions:
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How do bagpipes work?
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Where do bagpipes come from? (Spoiler, it’s not Scotland.)
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Am I allowed to wear a kilt?
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Was Scotty actually playing the pipes at Spock’s funeral?
Jake has been a piper since the age of five and currently makes his living as a full-time bagpipe instructor and performer in the Rochester area. He has travelled the United States, Canada, and Scotland to perform and compete. Spend an evening with Jake listening to ancient and modern bagpipe tales, the stories behind the music being performed, and the history of this crazy instrument.
Tickets are $20.00.
Friday, November 14th, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
