Learning and trying new things can be fun! Especially when you have a great teacher. Check out these themed classes from everything to understanding wine to crafts, woodworking, and tons more. This ultimate guide to classes and workshops happening in Buffalo and Western New York this month and beyond won’t steer you wrong.
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Classes & Workshops in Buffalo & WNY This Month
Baby & Me
Thu, Dec 2
9:00 am - 10:00 am +more dates
$12
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
130, Main Street, Downtown Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
What: The Baby & Me class at Explore & More is designed to support the developmental needs of young children through play! We will provide educator-led, ...
Holiday Workshops at the Martin House
Thu, Dec 2
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm +more dates
$10
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House
125 Jewett Pkwy. Buffalo, 14214
North Buffalo
Turn up the holiday cheer at our hands-on workshops on Thursdays in December. – December 2: DIY Holiday Arrangement with Arbordale Nurseries, $35 – ...
Make Your Own 16″ Holiday Wreath
Thu, Dec 2
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm +more dates
$50
Alchemy Wine & Beer
50 Buffalo St Hamburg, 14075
South Towns
Create your own holiday masterpiece with us while enjoying time with friends and/or family! We will provide you with a kit which includes fresh cut greens, ...
Growing Me!
Fri, Dec 3
9:00 am - 10:00 am +more dates
$12
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
130, Main Street, Downtown Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
Growing Me is the next step after Children’s Garden. This is a one-hour program for ages 4-5 where we focus on Pre-K and Kindergarten readiness skills. ...
ornament making workshop
Fri, Dec 3
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$30
Terra Clay Studio
2954 Delaware Ave Kenmore, NEW YORK 14217
North Buffalo
Bring friends and family to make your own Christmas keepsakes along with special memories! Registration is online at www.terraclaystudio.com/ornament-making. ...
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Yin Yoga & Sound Bath at Realm
Fri, Dec 3
8:15 pm - 9:30 pm +more dates
$15
Realm
441 Ellicott Street Buffalo, New York 14203
Buffalo
Select Friday nights at Realm. Join us for a soothing, meditative yin class with sound healing for a relaxing and restorative way to wind down your week. Certified ...
Conifer Wreath
Sat, Dec 4
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
$45
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 S Park Ave Buffalo, 14218
South Towns
December 4 – 10:00am-11:30am or 2:00pm-3:30pm Our Conifer Wreath Workshop is quickly becoming a local tradition! Create a fresh, fragrant conifer ...
Getting Started with Game Design (Ages 12–14)
Sat, Dec 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$56
Albright-Knox Northland
612 Northland Ave Buffalo, 14211
Buffalo
Complete series: Saturdays, December 4, 11, and 18, 2021 This class will introduce participants to the game design process for creating analogue (board ...
Painting (Ages 6–8)
Sat, Dec 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$56
Albright-Knox Northland
612 Northland Ave Buffalo, 14211
Buffalo
Complete series: Saturdays, December 4, 11, and 18, 2021 Explore the world of painting! Students will create their own masterpieces as they learn painting ...
Education DATA Filmmaking workshops
Sat, Dec 4
11:00 am - 2:00 pm +more dates
$54
Squeaky Wheel Film & Media Arts Center
617 Main St Buffalo,
Other
Digital Arts and Technology Access Program (DATA) Fall 2021 Preproduction, September 25–October 9, 2021 Production, October 16–November 6, 2021 Post-Production, ...
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Weekend Yoga Series @ Freedom Run Winery
Sat, Dec 4
11:00 am - 12:00 pm +more dates
$15
Freedom Run Winery
5138 Lower Mountain Rd Lockport, 14094
Niagara County
Join us at Freedom Run Winery for our Weekend Yoga Series with Soma Cura Wellness Center on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Soma ...
Wreaths at the Barn
Sat, Dec 4
11:00 am - 1:00 pm +more dates
$60
Kin Loch Farmstead
4299, Ridge Road, Lockport, 14094
Niagara County
Fran of Heirloom Soul Florals will demonstrate how to use locally-sourced ingredients to create a natural fresh wreath for the holiday season. You will ...
Foundations of Horticulture- On Site!
Sat, Dec 4
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm +more dates
$22.50
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 S Park Ave Buffalo, 14218
South Towns
Join us back onsite at the Botanical Gardens! Our horticulture classes are great for gardeners of all backgrounds and experience, those with lots of land ...
Decorate a Gingerbread House @ Freedom Run Winery
Sat, Dec 4
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$25
Freedom Run Winery
5138 Lower Mountain Rd Lockport, 14094
Niagara County
The master baker of the Manning Family will guide attendees on how to decorate the perfect gingerbread house. Must keep these traditions alive! $25 ...
Studio Lighting
Sat, Dec 4
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$80
CEPA Gallery
617 Main St. Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
If you’re new to studio lighting, it is easy to get intimidated by the amount of stuff you have to learn. In this hands-on class, you’ll start to ...
Getting Started with Game Design (Ages 15–17)
Sat, Dec 4
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
$56
Albright-Knox Northland
612 Northland Ave Buffalo, 14211
Buffalo
Complete series: Saturdays, December 4, 11, and 18, 2021 This class will introduce participants to the game design process for creating analogue (board ...
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Ceramics (Ages 9–11)
Sat, Dec 4
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
$84
Albright-Knox Northland
612 Northland Ave Buffalo, 14211
Buffalo
Complete series: Saturdays, December 4, 11, and 18, 2021 Students will learn clay hand-building techniques and will work on several projects, including ...
Saturday Cafe
Sat, Dec 4
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm +more dates
Free
Squeaky Wheel Film & Media Arts Center
617 Main St Buffalo,
Support Offered – $250 project stipend – Technology toolkit (including audio recorder, GoPro, and more) – Transportation support Squeaky Wheel ...
The Sweet Whisk Chocolate Experience
Sat, Dec 4
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm +more dates
$50
The Sweet Whisk
27 Chandler St Buffalo, 14207
North Buffalo
Our chocolate bar making workshop is ideal for excited beginners and any chocolate lover wanting a hands- on introduction into the world of chocolate making! ...
Space on Seneca Yoga
Sun, Dec 5
9:00 am - 10:15 am +more dates
$15
Seneca One
1 Seneca St. Buffalo, New York 14203
Buffalo
Join Space on Seneca for a unique experience with beautiful views and accessible classes led by Colleen E. Heidinger in the amazing Seneca One on Main ...
Winter Floral Arrangement
Sun, Dec 5
10:00 am - 11:00 am
$45
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 S Park Ave Buffalo, 14218
South Towns
Bring the scents and colors of the winter season home! Design an arrangement for your dinner table or craft a unique gift. Fresh materials and design bowl ...
Wreaths at the Barn – Day 2
Sun, Dec 5
11:00 am - 1:00 pm +more dates
$60
Kin Loch Farmstead
4299, Ridge Road, Lockport, 14094
Niagara County
Fran of Heirloom Soul Florals will demonstrate how to use locally-sourced ingredients to create a natural fresh wreath for the holiday season. You will ...
Fragrance Blending & Botanical Candles
Sun, Dec 5
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$52
MUSEjar
17 Elm Street East Aurora, 14052
South Towns
Join Amy Misso, owner of Linwood Candles in a fragrance blending workshop focusing on the art of candle making. Amy will demonstrate and discuss tips and ...
Gingerbread Architecture: Family Workshop
Sun, Dec 5
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$15
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House
125 Jewett Pkwy. Buffalo, 14214
North Buffalo
We can’t think of a better place to find inspiration for creating your own gingerbread house! Join us for a family-friendly workshop, suitable for ...
Virtual Wine Tasting: Italian Wine
Sun, Dec 5
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$85
Winkler and Samuels
500 Seneca St Buffalo, 14204
Buffalo
Join us in our virtual wine class: Italian wines! In our wine education classes you’ll enjoy 4 wines and a live online seminar hosted by Owner and Sommelier ...
Nature Journaling Club
Mon, Dec 6
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
$7
Tifft Nature Preserve
1200 Fuhrmann Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
Nature is all around for us to observe, question, and record. Discover the art and science of nature journaling in our monthly club. We will cover different ...
Printing Partners Virtual Classes
Tue, Dec 7
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm +more dates
Free
Other
About the Program: The WNY Book Arts Center’s educational outreach program, Printing Partners, is partnering with Locust Street Art to ...
Printing Partners with Locust Street Art – Virtual
Tue, Dec 7
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm +more dates
Free
WNY Book Arts Center
468 Washington St Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
FREE, VIRTUAL hands-on art making for children & families! Create origami and handmade books, prints & more in simple step-by-step VIRTUAL ...
Females and Finance
Tue, Dec 7
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
It’s very important for women, regardless of their age, marital status or occupation to take an active role in their financial lives. There are several ...
Intro to Drawing: FINAL PORTRAIT
Tue, Dec 7
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
$25
MUSEjar
17 Elm Street East Aurora, 14052
South Towns
In this final class from the introductory portrait drawing series, we will put together what we learned in the EYES, NOSE, and MOUTH classes. Didn't take ...
Printing Partners Virtual Classes
Wed, Dec 8
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm +more dates
Free
Other
About the Program: The WNY Book Arts Center’s educational outreach program, Printing Partners, is partnering with Buffalo public libraries to offer ...
Printing Partners with the Buffalo Public Libraries – Virtual
Wed, Dec 8
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm +more dates
Free
FREE, VIRTUAL hands-on art making for children & families! Create origami and handmade books, prints & more in simple step-by-step VIRTUAL ...
Lutin Pomme de Pin Ornaments
Wed, Dec 8
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
$38
Alchemy Wine & Beer
50 Buffalo St Hamburg, 14075
South Towns
Get in the spirit a little differently this year by learning how to create traditional Noel ornaments in this workshop using both and needle felting. Class ...
Bottle Brush Trees with LaCott Fine Art
Wed, Dec 8
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$35
MUSEjar
17 Elm Street East Aurora, 14052
South Towns
Build your own retro-inspired holiday tree village with these vintage-inspired bottle brush trees! Use twine, jute, yarn, and more to create texture, ...
Creating a Budget
Wed, Dec 8
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
Budgets play a critical role in helping people pay off debt, make the most of their hard-earned dollars and assist in building a secure financial future. ...
Christmas Cupcake Decorating Class at The European Lounge
Wed, Dec 8
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm +more dates
$50
Chrusciki Bakery – Transit Rd
4475 Transit Rd Harris Hill, 14221
North Towns
At this Holiday Cupcake Class, you will learn how to decorate a Santa Hat, Christmas Tree, Snowman, Poinsettia, Wreath, & Christmas Lights. You ...
Salsa Night with Baila Salsa Dance Co
Wed, Dec 8
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm +more dates
$8.00
Pucho Olivencia center
261 swan st Buffalo, NY
Other
Salseros & Salseras Salsa night is back. $8 admission fee. Salsa lesson with Fanny at 7pm followed by social dancing until 10pm. The DJ will be playing ...
Historic Tax Credit Webinar – December
Wed, Dec 8
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Free
Preservation Buffalo Niagara
Suite M108, 617 Main Street Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
Did you watch our mini tax credit workshop but still have questions about finalizing your homeowner historic tax credit application? Then join us for a ...
Financial Literacy 101 Webinar
Wed, Dec 8
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Free
Other
Are you tired of feeling like your money controls you? Are you frustrated with your financial progress? Do you feel like the same old financial advice ...
ART MOVES ME
Thu, Dec 9
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm +more dates
Free
Burchfield Penney Art Center
1300 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, 14222
Buffalo
Therapeutic Dance and Mindful Movement Program for People Impacted by Parkinson's Disease 2021 Fall Session: Thursdays 12:00-2:00 PM September 23, ...
Crafting Cocktails and Financial Plans
Thu, Dec 9
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
Master the art of cocktail making while you learn to make smart financial choices for your future. From choosing the proper cocktail glasses to key steps ...
Succulent Topiary Online Demonstration
Thu, Dec 9
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$9
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 S Park Ave Buffalo, 14218
South Towns
Be inspired and learn how to craft a living succulent arrangement in this online demonstration. Succulents are desert plants that are easy to care for. ...
Virtual Wine Tasting: Gift Wines for the Holiday!
Fri, Dec 10
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$85
Winkler and Samuels
500 Seneca St Buffalo, 14204
Buffalo
Need help selecting that perfect wine as a gift? Or maybe a wine to bring to a holiday party?! Make sure you're fully stocked for the all of you December ...
Bend & Brews Holiday Market
Sat, Dec 11
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
$15.00
Flying Bison Brewing Co.
840 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY 14210
Buffalo
Bend & Brews Holiday Market. Join Yoga with Amanda at Flying Bison Brewing Co. with DJ Katiebkind for a morning full of yoga, brews & shopping! On ...
Yoga & Ayurveda Through the Seasons: Kapha
Sat, Dec 11
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
$30.00
Other
Seasonal, once monthly classes include an overview of herbal remedies, yoga movement, breathwork and holistic lifestyle practices suited to the current ...
Boards & Brunch @ Falley Allen
Sat, Dec 11
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
$45
Falley Allen
204 Allen St Buffalo, 14201
Buffalo
Come make a unique, completely custom pallet sign! Choose from one of our pre-made designs or let us help you create one. Our workshops are a one of a ...
Custom Candle Pouring Event @ Freedom Run Winery
Sat, Dec 11
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$23
Scents of Imagination
5138 Lower Mountain Road Lockport, NY 14094
Niagara County
Come pour with us and discover the fun of customizing your own custom candle. SMELL You will start by smelling the variety of scents available. BLEND Our ...
Christmas Wreath Charcuterie
Sat, Dec 11
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm +more dates
$65
Chrusciki Bakery – Transit Rd
4475 Transit Rd Harris Hill, 14221
North Towns
Get into the holiday spirit with us! Learn how to create a festive Christmas Wreath decorated with Charcuterie. Learn how to make the perfect centerpiece ...
Christmas Movie Cookie Decorating Class
Sat, Dec 11
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$45
Nickel City Wax and Wane
464 Amherst Street Buffalo, NY 14207
North Buffalo
This 2 hour class will feature your favorite Christmas movies including the Grinch, the Abominable Snowman, and the infamous leg lamp from A Christmas ...
Glass Blowing Ornaments with Jason Dederich
Sat, Dec 11
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$75
Buffalo Arts Studio
2495 Main St. Suite 500 Buffalo, NY 14214
North Buffalo
Join Jason Dederich owner of Buffalo Glass Company as he covers the fundamentals of glass blowing by demonstrating how to make a glass ornament. Students ...
Harry Potter and the Cake & Sip
Sat, Dec 11
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
$85
497 Franklin St, Buffalo, 14202
Buffalo
Come enjoy an evening out with your friends, family, or significant other! 21+ Learn how to decorate a cake and get tipsy while doing it! 😜 Each ...
Yoga for Kids – December
Sun, Dec 12
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Free
Albright-Knox Northland
612 Northland Ave Buffalo, 14211
Buffalo
Stretch out and let your inner lion roar! Join us for a 30-minute kids’ yoga class in the special exhibition Difference Machines: Technology and Identity ...
Christmas Cookie Decorating Class!
Sun, Dec 12
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
$45
My Place Buffalo
22 Main Street 3rd Floor Hamburg, 14075
South Towns
Cookie decorating with Fresh Farm Living is always a fun time! The class includes cut out cookies, buttercream icing, piping bags with tips, and boxes ...
Holiday Hosting Class
Sun, Dec 12
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
$79
Goody Girl Flower Farm, LLC
6110 Robinson Road Lockport, NY 14094
Niagara County
Come learn to build a charcuterie wreath, craft a delicious holiday cocktail, and compliment your table with a beautiful centerpiece bouquet! You'll learn ...
Whole Hog Butchery & Charcuterie Workshop with Chef Bruce Wieszala
Mon, Dec 13
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$65
Artisan Culinary Loft
200 Amherst Street Buffalo, NY 14207
North Buffalo
Chef Wieszala will demonstrate how to break down and process a whole animal provided by Always Something Farm for making charcuterie and other products. ...
Vivid Buffalo Holiday Paint Night – Grinchy Ornament
Mon, Dec 13
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$40
Buffalo RiverWorks
359 Ganson St Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
Come paint with us at Buffalo RiverWorks. Get all the holiday feels with this fun Grinchy Ornament painting - customize to your decor. Vivid Buffalo ...
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Managing Retirement Income Risks
Tue, Dec 14
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
Retirement income will lead you through your retirement years; the one’s you’ve worked toward your entire life. That’s why it’s important to be ...
Wine and Investing 201
Wed, Dec 15
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
Ready to continue your ongoing exploration of wine and investing? We’ve got you covered. Both subjects are full of concepts and terms that can be overwhelming. ...
Understanding Craft Beer and Financial Plans
Thu, Dec 16
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
The boardroom isn’t a place to get answers about craft beer and the barroom isn’t the place to chart your financial path. This class brings instruction ...
Glass Blowing Ornaments with Jason Dederich
Thu, Dec 16
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$75
Buffalo Arts Studio
2495 Main St. Suite 500 Buffalo, NY 14214
North Buffalo
Join Jason Dederich owner of Buffalo Glass Company as he covers the fundamentals of glass blowing by demonstrating how to make a glass ornament. Students ...
Virtual Gingerbread House Workshop
Fri, Dec 17
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$25
Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
130, Main Street, Downtown Buffalo, 14203
Buffalo
Gingerbread House Workshop – Presented by Patti Green Celebrate the holidays with this fun and engaging Gingerbread House Workshop! Children will ...
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Recycled and Reusable Gift Wrap
Sat, Dec 18
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
93 Honorine Drive Depew ,
Other
Create beautiful gift wrap from recycled materials using stamps and embellishments. $5/person, free for Friends members. Registration required; call 716-683-5959. ...
Virtual Wine Class: Holiday Cookies & Wine Pairing
Sun, Dec 19
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$85
Winkler and Samuels
500 Seneca St Buffalo, 14204
Buffalo
Join us in our virtual wine class where we'll explore what wines pair best with you favorite holiday cookies! In our Virtual Wine Class: Holiday Cookies ...
Virtual Wine Tasting: Sparkling Wines for New Years Eve
Fri, Dec 31
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$85
Winkler and Samuels
500 Seneca St Buffalo, 14204
Buffalo
Need help selecting that perfect sparkling wine for New Years Eve? Come try and learn about all different kinds of bubbles from around the world! In ...
Exploring Intuition Series
Thu, Jan 6
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm +more dates
$177.00
Southtown Salt Cave
140 Pine Street Hamburg, New York 14075
South Towns
A series on exploring intuition with perspective on related topics like discernment, creating boundaries, building trust + playing. Do you know things ...
Twirl and Tumble 4 Week Dance Workshops
Sat, Jan 8
10:00 am - 10:45 am +more dates
$55
Alden Presbyterian Church
13298 Broadway Street Alden,
Other
A 45-minute class for ages 3-4 designed to encourage motor skill development while introducing movement and rhythm. Class instruction includes basic ...
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Pre-Dance Combo 4 Week Workshops
Sat, Jan 8
11:00 am - 12:00 pm +more dates
$55
Alden Presbyterian Church
13298 Broadway Street Alden,
Other
Our ballet/tap workshop is the perfect way to introduce your child ages 4-6 to dance class! This 4 week session teaches dancers basic ballet and tap ...
One Word that will change your life workshop
Tue, Jan 11
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
$25
Southtown Salt Cave
140 Pine Street Hamburg, NY 14075
South Towns
Cost: $25 Instructor: Pam Toole, RN & Medium Are you thinking about how to live your best life? What that would look like? Do you have a plan ...
Understanding Craft Beer and Financial Plans
Wed, Jan 26
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
The Establishment
5110 Main St. Suite 100 Buffalo, 14221
North Towns
The boardroom isn’t a place to get answers about craft beer and the barroom isn’t the place to chart your financial path. This class brings instruction ...
