Teen Open Mic Night
2024-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Reading Room, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
We are thrilled to host Teen Open Mic Nights at the AIC the second Wednesday of every month. These events are open to any HS students who want to have a unique experience performing original music, a new piece from Broadway, spoken word, or get a duet or trio together for some covers in front of friends and family. Register here.
Cost: $5
Date: Jun 12 (7-9pm)

Father's Day Mug: Family Activity
2024-06-14 10:30 - 14:30 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This is a kid friendly event! Come into the AIC on the Friday before Father’s Day and help your child create a custom mug from a hand drawing. Be it scribbles or a family portrait, your kid or kids can draw on a piece of paper and walk out of the AIC with a special mug that they created for the dad or dad-figure in their life!
In this class, adults will learn how to safely operate the Cricut Mug Press.
Open to families with kids of all ages, minimum one parent per group. One mug included with admission; additional mugs will be available to purchase at the event for $5 each.

Select a single ticket based on which time slot you’d like to attend.
One ticket per family group.
Cost: $30

Dates: Fri, June 14
(10:30am-11:30pm, 12pm-1pm OR 2:30pm-3:30pm)
Instructor: Abby

Father's Day Mug: Family Activity
2024-06-15 10:30 - 14:30 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This is a kid friendly event! Come into the AIC on the day before Father’s Day and help your child create a custom mug from a hand drawing. Be it scribbles or a family portrait, your kid or kids can draw on a piece of paper and walk out of the AIC with a special mug that they created for the dad or dad-figure in their life!
In this class, adults will learn how to safely operate the Cricut Mug Press.
Open to families with kids of all ages, minimum one parent per group. One mug included with admission; additional mugs will be available to purchase at the event for $5 each.

Select a single ticket based on which time slot you’d like to attend.
One ticket per family group.
Cost: $30

Dates: Sat, June 15
(10:30am-11:30pm, 12pm-1pm OR 2:30pm-3:30pm)
Instructor: Abby

CLOSED: Juneteenth
2024-06-19 10:00 - 20:00 | MA
The AIC will be closed Wednesday June 19th 2024 in observance of Juneteenth. The AIC will open Thursday June 20th for regular hours 10am-4pm.

Cricut Joy Boot Camp
2024-06-21 10:00 - 2024-06-22 14:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This Cricut boot camp will rocket you towards pro status on the Cricut Joy!
Over two days, students will explore every important feature of Cricut Design Space so that you can create and customize your own images. You will have the opportunity to make custom decals, bags, and/or cards. You’ll spend boot camp getting to know your brand new Cricut Joy as well as the heat presses at the AIC. Registration closes Jun 19.
Students will learn digital skills that they can use to be endlessly creative or even start a small business. The best part? You get to walk away with a new Cricut Joy!

Minimum Number of Students: 2
Maximum Number of Students: 6

Cost: 275$ (all materials plus Cricut Joy included)
Date: June 21-22 (10am-2pm)
Instructor: Abby

Open Maker Hours
2024-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 | The Loft and the Toolshed
Welcome students, artists, makers, and the craft curious!
Open Maker Hours are dedicated to anyone who would like to use either of our studio spaces to work independently on personal projects. You are welcome to use our equipment (3D printers, Cricut Makers, and/or Sewing Machines) once you have been certified.* Open Maker Hours is intended for those who are aged middle school plus. Children UNDER the age of 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.
*To be certified on our equipment please sign up for one of our Certifications or register for Sewing Fundamentals. If certified patrons would like to make an appointment with Abby to use the laser please sign up here.
Just a friendly reminder that you must provide your own materials and there is no instruction provided unless otherwise stated. The equipment may not be available as it is first come first serve.

CLOSED: Fourth Of July
2024-07-04 10:00 - 16:00 | The Reading Room, Loft and Toolshed
The AIC will be closed on Thursday July 4th in observance of July 4th. The AIC will open for regular hours on Friday July 5th 10am-4pm.

Drop-In Crafternoon: Classic Summer Crafts
2024-07-10 13:00 - 16:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Get out of the heat and come craft with us at the AIC!
For this “crafternoon”, we will have stations set up with classic summer crafts. Think gimp, friendship bracelets, rainbow loom, and flower crowns. You can spend the whole afternoon crafting with us!

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $10 at the door
Date: Wed, July 10th (Drop in between 1pm-4pm)

Drop-In: Kindness Rock Painting
2024-07-12 10:00 - 13:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Get out of the heat and come craft with us at the AIC!
Kindness rocks are painted rocks with messages of kindness, inspiration, and joy.
We will have rocks, paint, and ideas to inspire you for decorating your rocks. Take them home with you or leave some behind with us at the AIC to share a positive message in our community!

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $10 at the door
Date: Fri, July 12th (Drop in 10am-1pm)

Drop-In: Slime Laboratory
2024-07-13 10:00 - 13:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Why make a mess at home? Come to the AIC and create your own custom slime!
We’ll have all the supplies you’ll need to become slime artists. Choose your own colors, add-ins, and create your own perfect slime.

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $15 at the door
Date: Sat, July 13th 10am-1pm

Drop-In: Tie-Dye Bag
2024-07-17 10:00 - 13:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Let’s Tie Dye!
At the AIC, we will have white drawstring bags and all the supplies you’ll need to make your own tie-dye masterpiece. Drop in any time during the activity and have fun with color!
Part of this activity takes place outside, so please consider sunscreen!

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $15 at the door
Date: Wed, July 17th 10am-1pm

Drop-In: Sun Prints with Cyanotype
2024-07-19 13:00 - 16:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Cyanotype is a type of print-making that uses UV light to create blue and white images.
You can gather leaves, flowers, and clovers, or go hunting for other interesting objects. When you lay those objects over treated paper in the sunlight, the results are beautiful, unique pieces of art.
Part of this activity takes place outside, so please consider sunscreen!

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $15 at the door
Date: Fri, July 19th 1pm-4pm

Teen Summer Series: Craft with Cricut
2024-07-24 09:00 - 2024-07-26 13:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This summer series is all about the fun ways that crafts and creativity intersect with digital technology on a Cricut cutting machine.
Students will learn the essentials of vector design as well as explore every aspect of Cricut Design Space. They will have the opportunity to personalize stickers, decals, bags, and cards. They will work on their own Cricut Joy machine, as well as learning to use the different heat presses that we have at the AIC.
Teens will walk away with digital skills that they can use to be endlessly creative or even start a small business. The best part? They get to walk away with a new Cricut Joy! Registration closes July 19.

All materials included.
This class is open for those entering 6th-12th grade.

Minimum Number of Students: 2
Maximum Number of Students: 4
Cost: $320 (all materials and Cricut Joy included)
Date: July 24th-26th, 9am-1pm
Instructor: Abby

Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Peter & Brendan Mayer: Songs and Stories from the 12-Volt Man
2024-07-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Bellforge Arts Center, 45 Hospital Road, Medfield, MA, 02052, United States
Join us for an unforgettable night of music and celebration at the Bellforge Arts Center, all in support of a collection of wonderful area music organizations. Thanks to the generosity of the Margaret Stewart Lindsay Foundation, and in partnership with the Community Foundation for MetroWest and Bellforge, 100% of your ticket sales will go directly to the participating non-profit organization of your choice.
Peter Mayer is a longtime member of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band and has shared the stage with music legends. Along with Brendan Mayer, Peter’s son and a talented musician in his own right, Peter will deliver songs and stories from their decades on the road with Jimmy Buffett, along with selections from their own solo careers.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.

Teen Summer Series: Introduction to Robotics
2024-07-30 09:00 - 2024-08-02 13:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
In this 4 day Introduction to Robotics Series, students will learn how to use the Arduino microcontroller to interact with the world through robotics. With a project oriented approach, students will be building their own projects with a high level of customizability and independence with instructor guidance. Students will be creating things such as robot grippers, auto light switches, and pipe freeze warning systems. Each class will be focused on small projects, which culminate into a bigger final project. Registration closes July 24.
Minimum # of Students: 4
Maximum # of Students: 8
Cost: $375
Date: Tues Jul 30 – Fri Aug 2 (9am-1pm)

Drop-In Crafternoon
2024-07-31 13:00 - 16:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Get out of the heat and come craft with us at the AIC!
For this crafternoon, we will have stations set up with fun, colorful crafts. We’ll have shrinky-dinks, clay, tissue paper suncatchers, and a magnet-making station!

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $10 at the door
Date: Wed, July 31st (1pm-4pm)

Closed
2024-08-14 10:00 - 2024-08-17 16:00 | MA
The AIC will be closed for programming Wednesday August 14 – Saturday August 31. The AIC will be open for private rentals only. The AIC will reopen on Wednesday September 4th for regular hours 10am-8pm.

Intro to 3D Printing: 3D Printed Jewelry
2024-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This class is part of a 3-part series on fabricating jewelry with the Cricut, the laser cutter, or the 3D printer. Sign up for just one or all three parts!
If you’re curious about 3D printing, this introductory course will give you a crash course, in the context of 3D printed jewelry. Explore the quirky possibilities of fabricating jewelry using this modern method.
In this special certification class, you will learn all the basics to 3D printing. Each student will have the opportunity to select and 3D print one or more small pieces of jewelry using PLA. Depending on their custom project, students will need to return at a later time to pick up their completed print, at which point they can collect their jewelry and attach findings!
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Prusa printers during open maker hours.

Cost: $30
Date: Wed, September 4 (6pm-8pm)
Instructor: Abby

Visible Mending with Mariko Sugimori
2024-09-11 10:00 - 12:30 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Do you have any clothing that has rips, pesky stains or holes in it that you’d like to mend? Join Mariko Sugimori (Instagram @Mona_and_Zoe) for an introduction to visible mending where you’ll learn creative techniques—including patching and darning—to give your well-loved clothing a new life! People of all skill levels are welcome to this course. All the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided. You are also welcome to bring any items of clothing that are in need of mending, but that’s not required. Registration closes Sept 8.

Minimum # of Students: 3
Maximum # of Students: 15
Cost: $25 (all materials included)
Date: Wed, Sept 11 (10am-12:30pm)

Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Intro to Cricut: Cricut Jewelry
2024-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This class is part of a 3-part series on fabricating jewelry with the Cricut, the laser cutter, or the 3D printer. Sign up for just one or all three parts!
You can make modern, fun jewelry and accessories with the help of a Cricut. This introductory course on Cricut Jewelry is great for beginners as well as those who have completed certification but are looking for a little practice.
You’ll choose both materials and shapes to customize your Cricut cut jewelry. There will also be paint and findings to complement your exploration of this technique!
Certified individuals will be permitted to use the Cricut Makers during maker hours.

Cost: $30
Date: Wed, September 11 (6pm-8pm)
Instructor: Abby

60 Minute Meditation + Breathwork: Embracing Transition and Change
2024-09-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Reading Room, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Drop out of your mind and into your body in this 60 minute meditation + breathwork class led by Sabrina Palazzo and Source Method Breathwork! Sabrina will be joining us the first Thursday of the month for the remainder of 2024 with a special theme each month. Class will begin with an overview of the technique + what to expect. Then, you’ll be guided through a mini-meditation designed to help you relax and o p e n, followed by a guided breathwork session to a great playlist. Regardless if it’s your first or 50th experience with the breath, you can expect to leave class feeling lighter, more connected, open, and clear! Our September breathwork class will be focused on embracing transition and change. Registration closes Sept 9.
*Please bring with you a yoga mat or towel & wear clothes you can breathe in. *Pregnant people are advised against practicing breathwork.

Minimum # of Participants: 6
Maximum # of Participants: 12
Cost: $35
Date: Thurs, Sept 12 (7pm-8pm)

Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Family Name Sign: Experience the Laser Cutter
2024-09-13 11:00 - 13:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join us at the AIC to experience for yourself our incredible laser cutter. The instructor will describe to participants the process of customizing designs and text with a laser engraver.
Each participant will get to watch as their own wooden sign is customized with a family name. There will be a chance to paint and assemble your sign afterwards.
This experience will give you the chance to see what the laser cutter is all about but is not a certification. This is a great chance for you to get a peek at the laser cutter if you’re not sure about delving into the technical details.
Limited to 4 people per session.

Cost: $45
Date: Friday, September 13 (11am-1pm)
Instructor: Abby

Introduction to Shibori and Indigo Workshop for Adults at all levels
2024-09-14 09:00 - 16:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Experience the surface design technique of shibori, and create unique patterns on fabric using the natural dye indigo. Shibori, or “physical resist,” has been a traditional pattern-making technique throughout history.
This workshop will take the participants from introduction to resist dyeing and indigo, through experiments and discovery of their personal ideas- to amazing final projects of their own. During the workshop, Suzanne will talk about her experience growing indigo, working with shibori and indigo in unique ways- and provide a bibliography for those who are interested in further exploration. Please contact Suzanne with any questions: suzanne@tamaryndesign.com
What to Bring
Minimum # of Students: 4
Maximum # of Students: 12
Cost: $65 (Plus $35 supply fee paid to instructor day of)
Date: Sat, Sept 14 (9am – 4pm)

Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Drop-in: Decorate a Letter for the AIC's 5th Birthday
2024-09-14 10:00 - 13:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
The Weston Art & Innovation Center is celebrating its 5th birthday this September! Come to the AIC to paint and decorate a letter or number of your choice for only $5 to join the celebration.
We’ll start by laser cutting the letter or number of your choice. Then it’s up to you to add anything and everything to decorate it! And we mean everything. Paint, gems, beads, string, cutouts, and more! Embrace your inner maximalism.

All ages are welcome. Children under 13 require adult supervision.

Cost: $5
Date: Saturday September 14th (Drop in hours 10am-1pm)
Instructor: Abby

SOLD OUT: Machine Sewing Certification: Lunch Bag
2024-09-18 10:00 - 12:30 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join us for this fun and informative Machine Sewing Certification class and make a Lunch or Gift Bag to keep or gift. Upon completion of this class, you will be certified to use the AIC sewing machines independently during Open Maker Hours. We will introduce you to the AIC sewing machines, sewing tools, and equipment available in the maker space. No machine sewing experience is required. You will gain sewing experience by making this lunch or gift bag. An assortment of materials will be available to choose from. Go home with a packet of information for future use. Sewing Certification projects are new each month. You may repeat this class if a future project interests you. Registration Closes Sept 16.

Minimum # of Students: 3
Maximum # of Students: 6
Cost: $25 (materials included)
Date: Wed, Sept 18 (10am-12:30pm)

Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Fashion Design with HipStitch
2024-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Do you love fashion? Do you like to draw and design your own clothes?
Join us for this fun class to learn about fashion history, how to sketch your own designs, color theory, fabric use and how to take inspiration and design amazing clothing! It’s going to be so much fun! Starting ages 7 and up, Fashion Design is a course created by a Lasell University School of Design Alumna, and is a perfect fit for students who:

Have basic experience sewing and/or took our camps for after school classes in the past
Have a creative flair and a deep interest in the intricacies of fashion design
Hope to someday attend a design school such as Parsons, RISD, MassArt,Lasell University etc.
Love drawing, collaging, sewing and want to challenge themselves creatively
Are excited by a course that is half-theory, half-practice, and fully fun!

Registration closes Sept 12.

Maximum # of Students: 8
Cost: $65
Date: 8 Wednesdays starting Wed, Sept 18 (Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and Nov 6) (4pm-5pm)
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

SOLD OUT: Intro to Laser Cutting: Laser Cut Jewelry
2024-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This class is part of a 3-part series on fabricating jewelry with the Cricut, the laser cutter, or the 3D printer. Sign up for just one or all three parts!
You can make modern, fun jewelry and accessories with the help of a laser cutter. This introductory course on laser cutting is great for beginners as well as those who have completed certification but are looking for a little practice.
You’ll choose both materials and patterns to customize your laser cut jewelry. There will even be paint and findings to complete your exploration of this technology!
In this class, you will learn how to safely operate a laser cutter to cut and engrave wood. You will be introduced to Lightburn software and create customized jewelry to bring home with you.
Certified individuals will be permitted to use the laser cutter during maker hours with supervision.

Prerequisite: Must be 16 or older.

Cost: $30
Date: Wed, September 18 (6pm-8pm)
Instructor: Abby

Wine and Flowers - Rosé
2024-09-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join us for the first class of our new series where we create gorgeous bouquets while sampling the bouquet of fabulous wines. This month will focus on rosé or blush wines and pink blossoms. Let your creativity flow and make your own floral arrangement featuring some of the best locally grown seasonal blooms while Weston’s own Rachel Lee of Moon Rabbit Flowers shares tips on floral arranging and how to make your cut flowers last longer. The owner and founder of Decanted Wine Truck and Mobile Bar, Julia Walderzak, will greet you with a wine welcome cocktail and lead you through a tasting of four two ounce wines. There will also be a delectable grazing board for you to nosh on while you sip and design. All materials are included. Each attendee will leave with tasting notes and a floral arrangement in a vase. Registration closes Sept 17.

Minimum # of Students: 10
Maximum # of Students: 20
Cost: $95 (includes all floral materials, wine welcome cocktail, wine tasting flight, and light snacks)
Date: Thurs, Sept 19 (7pm-9pm)

Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.
Subsidized by The Weston Public Library

WPL & AIC Halloween Costume and Decoration Swap
2024-09-21 10:00 - 15:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join us for the Weston Public Library & AIC Halloween Costume and Decoration Swap!
Do you have any costumes, accessories, or decorations you no longer need? Drop them off and let us help them find a new home! Do you need costumes or decorations? Come “shop” free, local, and sustainable at our swap!
Drop off will start on Wednesday, Sept 18th (10am-8pm), Thursday, Sept 19th (10am-1pm), Friday, Sept 20th (10am-1pm), and the actual swap will take place on Saturday, Sept 21st (10am-3pm).
All items that remain will be repurposed for programming at the WPL and AIC or donated.
Cost: FREE
Date: Saturday, Sept 21 (10am-3pm)
FAQ:
Do I have to donate costumes, accessories, or decorations in order to participate in the swap?
No, you will be able to “shop” on Saturday, Sept 21st (10am-3pm) whether or not you donate. We’ll also have a grab & go craft project you can pick up while you are here.
Is there anything I shouldn’t donate?
All types and sizes of costumes and accessories for adults, kids, and pets and all styles of decoration are welcome! Please use your judgment – if you think it might offend others or isn’t in shape to share, please leave it home. No makeup or face paint please, unless it is still sealed, and no weapons (real or fake). We are happy to answer questions if you aren’t sure.
How many costumes and decorations can I take?
There is no limit to the number of free costumes and decorations you can take with you. We just ask that you please be respectful to other folks who also might be interested in items and to always be kind.

Custom Stickers with Cricut
2024-09-25 14:00 - 16:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Let’s make stickers with the Cricut! Come with ideas, photos or phrases in mind for what kind of sticker sheets you want to make. We’ll cover all the basics of operating a Cricut as well as some tricks for Cricut Design Space. You’ll make your own waterproof stickers to take home!
Open to complete beginners or those who have already been certified with the Cricut Makers at the AIC.
Certified individuals are permitted to use the Cricut Makers during maker hours.

Limited to 4 people
Cost: $25
Date: Wednesday September 25 (2pm-4pm)
Instructor: Abby
