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🌺 AMAPOLA ARTS NEWSLETTER September 2026 🌺 Hello, September! We’re Back—and Creativity Is in Full Swing September is here, and Amapola Arts is buzzing with creativity! After a busy August of renovations and preparing for the season ahead, our refreshed studio is open and filled with artists again. It’s exciting to see this next chapter taking shape: more opportunities to learn, more time and space to create, and more ways to gather—all while preserving the small, welcoming community at the...

🌺 We’re Back! A New Look + A Big Week at Amapola Arts WE’RE BACK! 🌺✨ After a few weeks away and some exciting renovations, Amapola Arts reopens this week—and we can’t wait for you to see our refreshed studio! And we’re kicking things off with a great week of culture, creativity & community! 🏺 WEDNESDAY | Intermediate Pottery Series September 2 | 5:00 PM Our 6-session Intermediate Pottery Series is for students ready to take their wheel skills to the next level with larger forms, sectional...

🌺 AMAPOLA ARTS NEWSLETTER August 2026 Culture • Community • Creativity 🌺 Welcome to August at Amapola Arts A New Chapter Begins August is a month of exciting change at Amapola Arts! As we head to Puerto Rico for a little rest and inspiration, the studio will be temporarily closed while we complete some exciting renovations, including a refreshed studio layout and beautiful new epoxy floors. While we’ll miss creating with you this month, we’re looking forward to welcoming you back to a...

🌺 Navidad Bajo el Sol! Hi Friends, Join us TOMORROW, Friday from 4:00–8:00 PM for Navidad Bajo el Sol (Christmas Under The Sun), our festive summer celebration at Highland Plaza's Christmas in July event! Stop by Amapola Arts to enjoy: 🎄 Christmas in July fun 🛍️ End-of-summer savings on select gallery items (BOGO, up to 50% off, and more!) 🎨 A free coloring activity featuring the original artwork of Nino Morales ❤️ A chance to shop local, support artists, and celebrate community As we make...

🌺 AMAPOLA ARTS NEWSLETTER July 2026 Culture • Community • Creativity Summer is one of our favorite seasons at Amapola Arts. As our garden blooms and the studio fills with artists, families, and community members, we are excited to share another month of creative experiences rooted in culture, storytelling, connection, and belonging. Whether you're joining us for an exhibition, camp, workshop, class, or community event, we look forward to creating with you. 🌸 FEATURED EVENTS 🌿 Exhibit in the...

🌺 Amapola Arts Newsletter — June 2026 Summer at Amapola Arts Culture • Creativity • Community Summer has officially arrived, and Amapola Arts is excited to welcome a season filled with creativity, learning, connection, and community. Rooted in Puerto Rican culture, Amapola Arts is a bilingual, family-run studio, gallery, and community space where people of all ages can learn, create, celebrate, and connect through the arts. Whether you’re joining us for a class, camp, workshop, event, or...

🌺 Tomorrow! Amapola Restore: Creative Wellness Through Movement & Song Friday, June 19 | 3:00–5:00 PM FREE | Registration Required Only 9 spots remain Register at: https://amapola-arts-studio.breely.com Join us tomorrow for a special family-focused Amapola Restore session centered on Grief & Memory. Together, we’ll create a welcoming space to honor loved ones, reflect on meaningful memories, and connect through movement, music, and community. The afternoon will begin with gentle somatic...

We're Headed to the 100th American Craftsmen Show! This weekend, Amapola Arts is honored to be one of 100 artisans and craftspeople selected for the 100th American Craftsmen Show at the Kenan Center in Lockport. Join us for a weekend of art, pottery, fine crafts, and handmade treasures from talented makers across the region. 📅 June 6–7, 2026⏰ 10:00 AM–5:00 PM📍 Kenan Arena, 433 Locust St., Lockport, NY🎪 Visit Amapola Arts in Booths D10–D11 We'd love to see you there and encourage you to come...

June Schedule Updates at Amapola Arts 🌺 As we continue growing as a small bilingual family-run studio, we’ll be making a few thoughtful adjustments to our weekly schedule beginning in June. These changes will help us better sustain our programming, continue meaningful community partnerships, and remain intentional about the creative experiences we offer. Updated Studio & Retail Hours Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday | 12 PM – 8 PM Open Studio (Pottery & Canvas Painting) 5 PM – 8 PM Wednesday |...

Dear Amapola Arts Community, We’re excited to invite you to the very first session of Amapola Restore, a new free creative wellness series at Amapola Arts focused on healing, reflection, creativity, and community connection. 🗓 Friday, May 15 🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Amapola Arts Studio Our first session will feature a guided drawing experience with step-by-step prompts in collaboration with Buffalo Hope COMHPS. No art experience is needed — just come as you are. This is a space to slow down,...