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Your May monthly program guide is here! Below you will find program highlights for the month. Take a look at our May calendar for a full list of programs and events. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Senior Scoot Let’s Dance at Quirk! Join us for a fun afternoon of line dancing at Quirk on Friday, May 1 at 3:00 PM! This lively class for ages 55 and over will have you moving and grooving, staying active, and meeting new friends. No experience needed—just come ready to have fun and enjoy the music! Come dance, laugh, and get some exercise in a welcoming and friendly environment.
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Community Puzzle Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Stop by Quirk Cultural Center to help put the pieces of the community puzzle together. Relax, unplug and add a piece - or 200! Stay for a few minutes or a few hours. Come to Quirk and share a piece of the fun! Quirk Cultural Center is located at 1201 Grant Ave. No registration is required; puzzle lovers are welcome to come any time during the building's normal working hours.
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Community Sketchbook Sketch it. Pass it. Repeat. The Quirk Community Sketchbook is a collaborative art project that community members of all ages can participate in. Take home the Community Sketchbook (or hang out in the community room) and fill your own page with a drawing, poem, or anything else you can think of. When the sketchbook is full it will become a permanent part of Quirk's collection for everyone to see!
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Calling All Musicians! The Cuyahoga Falls Community Band is looking for new members to join the fun! Sponsored by the Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation Department, this volunteer music organization rehearses weekly at the Quirk Cultural Center in preparation for seasonal concerts throughout the year, including weekly concerts during the summer months in parks throughout the city. New members who play a band instrument are always welcome. Whether you’re getting back into playing or keeping your skills sharp, this is a friendly, low-pressure way to make great music and connect with fellow musicians. Also, this is a perfect opportunity for Pride Alumni Band members to keep up their chops for that grueling Band Show season! For further details, call Quirk at 330.971.8425.
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Melody Makers Join us for the Spring Session of Melody Makers at Quirk! Each class provides a creative, playful environment where children learn through song, instruments, and movement. This early childhood music and movement class is designed for ages 18 months to 4 years with a participating caregiver. Younger siblings are always welcome to sit in! Spring session begins May 4. Classes are held Monday mornings with two times to choose from: 9:30am and 10:30 AM.
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Stained Glass Discover the art of stained glass! Join local artist Eric Starr for a hands-on, 3-session stained-glass class designed for all skill levels. In this workshop you will receive training in cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering glass to create your own stained-glass masterpiece! Learn safety, tool usage, and basic techniques for projects like small panels, ornaments, or abstract designs. All skill levels are welcome, ages 16+. May 4, 11, & 18 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Come get creative, learn a new skill, and leave with something beautiful!
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Glazeware Studio Monthly Membership Create something beautiful in our glaze-your-own studio! Choose a Tuesday or Wednesday monthly membership and enjoy exclusive studio access from 9 AM–12 PM on your selected day for four consecutive weeks. Get creative and complete your own ceramic work of art at Quirk! Ages 16+. Registration is required.
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Adult BalletStay active this spring with Adult Ballet at the Quirk Cultural Center! Enjoy a fun and energizing workout while building flexibility, coordination, and balance. Choose from two 60-minute Tuesday classes at 5 PM or 6 PM, or a 90-minute Thursday class at 5 PM. Ages 16+.
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Youth BalletStep into the world of ballet at Quirk! Our introductory classes teach foundational terminology, technique, and movement in a supportive and engaging setting. Now enrolling students ages 3–5 and 6–16 for the Spring Session - reserve your spot today!
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Homeschool ClassesMake Mondays musical at Quirk! Homeschool students are invited to join us for music, dance, and ukulele classes in a fun, relaxed setting. Registration is now open for these drop-in style classes.
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Night GlazeSpend your evening in the Glazeware Studio at the Quirk Cultural Center! Learn glaze techniques and decorative patterns as you create beautifully hand-painted ceramic pieces. Night Glaze meets the third Wednesday of each month from 5:45-7:45pm. Ages 16 and over.
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RecreARTUnwind and spark your creativity at RecreART! Join local artist Jennifer Allshouse as she guides you through painting techniques and styles inspired by pop art, illustration, cubism, and modern art. Create your own original work of art on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 PM at Quirk. Ages 16+.
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Watercolor WorkshopExplore a nature-inspired composition this winter at Quirk! Guided by local artist Ana-Joel Falcon-Wiebe of Falcon Grove Studio, learn essential painting skills including color mixing, brushstrokes, and composition. Watercolor Workshop meets two Saturdays of every month and is open to all skill levels. Supplies are included and registration is required. Ages 16+.
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Youth Paint PartyGive Mom something truly special this Mother’s Day! Join us on Monday, May 11 from 4:00-5:00pm to paint a one-of-a-kind ceramic mug—perfect for a heartfelt, handmade gift. Registration opens May 1 at 9 AM. Spots are limited, so don’t wait. Create something she’ll treasure every morning! For ages 2-18 with participating caregiver.
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Movement ExplorersMeet us in the park for Movement Explorers! A playful, movement-based class where little adventurers ages 3-12 connect with nature and discover how it moves all around us. We’ll explore exciting themes like plants swaying in the breeze, busy bees buzzing, birds taking flight, towering trees stretching tall, and so much more! Come ready to move, imagine, and explore the wonders of the natural world together. Registration opens May 1 at 9am for the June and July classes. Classes will start and end at the Little Stone Shelter located at Waterworks Park.
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Family Paint PartyGet creative with the whole family this summer at Quirk! Join us on June 6 for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll decorate your very own ceramic animal-themed planter—perfect for adding a little personality to your home or garden. All ages welcome and no experience needed—just come ready to have fun! Two class times are available: 10 AM & 11 AM. Registration opens May 1 at 9 AM, and spots fill up fast. Bring your creativity and leave with something uniquely yours.
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Social EYESDo you or someone you love have difficulty seeing the world? This can lead to significant social isolation and feelings of loneliness. Come and join us for some fun and low vision friendly recreation. There will also be some light education about the newest technology to make life more manageable, even when it is hard to see. Group to be led by local Certified Low Vision Specialist, Amy Craigen, owner of Sight Assist Rehab. The group will be meeting at Quirk on the second Friday of each month at 10:30 AM, for approximately 90 minutes. To speak with someone regarding further details, call Quirk at 330.971.8425.
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Senior Ballet MovementStay active this summer at Quirk! This free class is designed to improve mobility, balance, and grace through gentle exercises set to music, using the support of the ballet barre. Emphasis is placed on good posture, muscle awareness, and moving with confidence in a safe and supportive environment. No prior dance experience is needed—just a willingness to move and enjoy the music. Classes will be held Mondays at 11:30am and Thursday at 3pm. Registration is now open for the summer classes starting June 15. Space is limited, so sign up early!
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PotteryReady to get your hands muddy? Learn pottery at Quirk! Registration for our summer pottery classes opens Sunday, May 10 at 9am. With classes for beginners through advanced artists, there’s something for every skill level. Our 9-week summer session kicks off June 8. These classes do sell out quickly, be sure to register early!
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JAWS Are you still afraid to go back in the water? In June 1975, "JAWS" terrified movie audiences and, 50 years later, the film still continues to haunt us. Here is the story of the film, the actors and, of course, the shark. Take what you learned and come to the Friday night Flicks June 26th to see JAWS on the big screen in Downtown Cuyahoga Falls. All ages welcome.
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SCAMS This class provides practical advice on how to recognize scams, avoid becoming a victim, and what to do if you suspect you've been targeted. Brought to you by the City of Cuyahoga Falls Police Department.
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Boutique Tour & T-Shirt Design Tour a welcoming downtown Cuyahoga Falls shop and creative space featuring handmade goods from talented local women-owned businesses, then get creative and design your own T-shirt using a variety of prints. Please meet at Sage + Lavender Collective, 111 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Registration required. For ages 18+.
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Welcome Summer with Garden Flowers Round up your friends and family and create a beautiful summer floral arrangements to welcome the season. Registration required, for ages 18+. Please meet at Dietz Floral Studio at 2473 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
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The Great Goat Visit Learn about the daily workings of a goat farm, meet the friendly residents who call it home, and enjoy some snuggles with the newest baby goats. Registration required. All ages welcome. This event will be held at Gaga for Goats; 4059 Northampton Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223.
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Qigong’s Four Golden Wheels Exercise Explore the four energy centers—Wisdom, Love, Vitality, and Harmony—through simple exercises and mindful breathing. These playful movements help reduce stress, build strength, and leave you feeling more balanced and energized.
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Tai Chi for Health, Balance and Strength Often called “Meditation in Motion,” Tai Chi uses gentle, flowing movements and breath to improve relaxation, strength, flexibility, balance, and overall well-being.
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Cuyahoga Falls Partnership for ParksThe governing Board of Directors set forth the mission of the Cuyahoga Falls Partnership for Parks as dedicated to provide quality recreational opportunities that promote healthy lifestyles, shape our youth and enrich our families, and work to promote conservation through sustainable and innovative growth.
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