We are so excited for the events happening at Utica Creative Reuse this September, as we mark two years of creative reuse in Utica, NY!
Celebrate our 2nd year in Utica with us by taking a free class, checking out our exhibition of found-object art, or visiting our thrift store!
Visit our Events Page to find our calendar and updates on events.
Found-Object Sculpture: Stone Soup Community Art Project
Bring an object that you found and drop in any time during this three-day event to participate in creating a large-scale sculpture installation with artist Marc-Anthony Polizzi!
Any object that you found, and that you can carry in your arms is welcome, we only ask that you please ensure any items you bring are clean!
See the finished sculpture, and work by other local artists at the reception for our Trash to Treasure Found-Object Art Exhibition on Friday, September 12 from 6-8pm!
This exhibition will remain on view in our event space until October 17, 2025.
Found-Object Mosaics: Pop-Up at Oneida County Public Market
Learn everything you need to create a mosaic using found-objects and traditional mosaic techniques in this two-part class!
Saturday 9/6: Composition and tile adhesion, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday 9/13: Grouting, 11:00am – 1:00pm
at Oneida County Public Market, behind Union Station
321 Main Street, Utica, NY 13501
Instructor: Susan Finkelstein
Paper Crafts: Origami Box
Learn how to use origami paper-folding techniques to make a small box!
Wednesday, September 10th, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Utica Creative Reuse, 734 Columbia Street, Utica, NY 13502
Instructor: Bonnie Wilk
Repair Café
Wednesday 9/24, 6-8pm: Repair Café
Bring something that needs fixing, and our volunteers will help you to diagnose the problem and learn how to fix your stuff!
Fiber Arts: Fabric Twine
Learn how to turn fabric scraps into colorful, durable twine that can be used for a variety of fiber arts projects!
Thursday, September 25th, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Utica Creative Reuse, 734 Columbia Street, Utica, NY 13502
Instructor: Niki English
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Visit Our Arts & Crafts Supply Thrift Shop!
Wednesday: 3-6pm
Thursday: 3-6pm
Friday: 11am – 4pm
Saturday: 11am – 4pm
734 Columbia Street, Utica, NY 13502
Sales from our thrift shop fund our operational costs and help support our free arts programming.
Donations of arts & crafts materials in good condition are accepted on Fridays from 11am-4pm, or by appointment. Please check our list of accepted materials, and send us a message if you have any questions!
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