About
Creative Classes at the Reitz Union are non-credit courses designed to offer hands-on learning experiences for everyone including students, faculty, and community members. These engaging classes cover a variety of skills and hobbies, including ceramics, sewing, crochet, sculpture, pottery, bartending, and dance, providing participants with the opportunity to explore their creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Class Sign-Up Links Are Now Live
Fall 2026
- Sign-ups open on Monday, August 31 at 10:00 AM.
- Seats are limited; secure your spot as soon as possible.
- Use the links below when they become available on Monday, August 31 at 10:00 AM to reserve your spot and complete payment.
- UF Affiliates include current UF Faculty, Staff, and Retirees with a valid Gator 1 IDs.
- Our ceramics, dance, and crochet classes involve activities that require long periods of sitting, manual dexterity, and physical exertion. Participants are encouraged to engage in these activities at their own pace and comfort level. All participants must be at least 18 years old to take part in creative classes, and 21 or older to participate in bartending classes.
- For persons with disabilities requiring accommodations, please email requests to ReitzUnionACCStudio@ufsa.ufl.edu at least 72 hours in advance of your first class.
- The cost of clay is not included in the ceramics class price. Clay will be purchased at the Arts & Crafts Center on the first day of class.
- A membership is required for all ceramic classes. This membership is valid for the duration of the class and allows you to use the ACC studio to practice outside of class time.
- There will be no make-ups offered for missed classes.
Class Offerings
Bartending
Dates: 9/8/26 – 10/13/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 6:30 ‑ 8:30 pm
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 50
- Location: Arredondo Cafe (Reitz Union – Level 4) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-week course will help you learn the art of bartending for leisure. Become the center of your social circle by mastering the basics of spirits and the creation of craft cocktails. Must be 21+ years of age to participate.
Rates:
- Student: $25 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $40 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $50 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
Dates: 9/10/26 – 10/22/26 on Thursdays (no class 9/17)
- Time: 6:30 ‑ 8:30 pm
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 50
- Location: Arredondo Cafe (Reitz Union – Level 4) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-week course will help you learn the art of bartending for leisure. Become the center of your social circle by mastering the basics of spirits and the creation of craft cocktails. Must be 21+ years of age to participate.
Rates:
- Student: $25 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $40 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $50 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
Dates: 9/14/26 – 10/5/26 on Mondays
- Time: 6:30 ‑ 8:30 pm
- Length: 4 weeks
- Capacity: 30
- Location: Arredondo Cafe (Reitz Union – Level 4) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: For those who have completed the original Home Bartending class, this 4-week level 2 course will help elevate the skills you have already been building. Come along and delve into more complicated cocktails! Must be 21+ years of age to participate. Must have completed Home Bartending with Andrew Pentland.
Rates:
- Student: $18 + $50 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $30 + $50 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $40 + $50 Materials Fee paid during first class
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Dates: 10/20/26- 12/1/26 on Tuesdays (no class 11/24/26)
- Time: 6:30 ‑ 8:30 pm
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 50
- Location: Arredondo Cafe (Reitz Union – Level 4) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-week course will help you learn the art of bartending for leisure. Become the center of your social circle by mastering the basics of spirits and the creation of craft cocktails. Must be 21+ years of age to participate.
Rates:
- Student: $25 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $40 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $50 + $60 Materials Fee paid during first class
Ceramic Handbuilding
Dates: 9/14/26 – 10/26/26 on Mondays
- Time: 5:30 ‑ 7:30 PM
- Length: 7 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This seven-session course is an introduction to making a variety of functional ceramic containers such as bowls, mugs, jars and trinket boxes by using pinching, coiling and soft slab handbuilding techniques. You may enhance the pieces by adding small sculptures on them. You will also learn a variety of surface decoration techniques to add texture and stamp designs.
Rates:
- Student: $65 + $40.31 prorated membership - $105.31
- UF Affiliate: $80 + $67.19 prorated membership - $ 147.19
- Community: $95 + $94.06 prorated membership - $189.06
Dates: 9/15/26 – 10/27/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 10:00 AM ‑ 12:00 PM
- Length: 7 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This seven-session course is an introduction to making a variety of functional ceramic containers such as bowls, mugs, jars and trinket boxes by using pinching, coiling and soft slab handbuilding techniques. You may enhance the pieces by adding small sculptures on them. You will also learn a variety of surface decoration techniques to add texture and stamp designs.
Rates:
- Student: $65 + $40.31 prorated membership - $105.31
- UF Affiliate: $80 + $67.19 prorated membership - $ 147.19
- Community: $95 + $94.06 prorated membership - $189.06
Dates: 9/15/26 – 10/27/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 5:30 ‑ 7:30 pm
- Length: 7 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This seven-session course is an introduction to sculpting animals with clay. Learn how to form animal shapes of your choice incorporating your own style and personality. You will learn how to sculpt realistically but experimentation and conceptual expression is encouraged. We will focus on small scale projects, working within the scale of 12” X 12”.
Rates:
- Student: $65 + $40.31 prorated membership - $105.31
- UF Affiliate: $80 + $67.19 prorated membership - $ 147.19
- Community: $95 + $94.06 prorated membership - $189.06
Ceramic Wheel Throwing
Dates: 9/8/26 – 10/13/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 9:30 ‑ 11:30 AM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 9/8/26 – 10/13/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 12:00 ‑ 2:00 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 9/8/26 – 10/27/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 7:00 ‑ 9:00 PM
- Length: 8 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Beginning Wheel-Throwing, an 8-week class, teaches the fundamentals of working on a potter’s wheel. Students will learn to make functional bowls, cylinders, cups, and plates. Studio Tools, Vocabulary terms, Bisque process, and Glaze techniques will be demonstrated.
Rates:
- Student: $75 + $40.31 prorated membership - $115.31
- UF Affiliate: $90 + $67.19 prorated membership - $157.19
- Community: $105 + $94.06 prorated membership - $199.06
Dates: 9/9/26 – 10/14/26 on Wednesdays
- Time: 9:30 ‑ 11:30 AM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 9/9/26 – 10/14/26 on Wednesdays
- Time: 12:00 ‑ 2:00 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 9/10/26 – 10/15/26 on Thursdays
- Time: 9:30 ‑ 11:30 AM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 9/10/26 – 10/15/26 on Thursdays
- Time: 12:00 ‑ 2:00 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
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Dates: 9/10/26 – 10/29/26 on Thursdays
- Time: 7:00 ‑ 9:00 PM
- Length: 8 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: If you have thrown before and would like to expand your skills, this 8-week class will review the basics and extend existing skills. Class will cover: altering clays for vessels; use of underglazes, slips, and oxides; thrown stretched altered bowls; oval platters, vases, and mugs; carvings, cut through; and a basic Pitcher with spout variations and handle.
Rates:
- Student: $75 + $40.31 prorated membership - $115.31
- UF Affiliate: $90 + $67.19 prorated membership - $157.19
- Community: $105 + $94.06 prorated membership - $199.06
Dates: 9/14/2026 – 11/2/2026 on Mondays
- Time: 4:30 ‑ 6:30 PM
- Length: 8 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Beginning Wheel Throwing, an 8-week class, teaches the fundamentals of working on a potter’s wheel. Students will learn to make functional bowls, cylinders, cups, and plates. Studio Tools, Vocabulary terms, Bisque process, and Glaze techniques will be demonstrated.
Rates:
- Student: $75 + $40.31 prorated membership - $115.31
- UF Affiliate: $90 + $67.19 prorated membership - $157.19
- Community: $105 + $94.06 prorated membership - $199.06
Dates: 10/20/26 – 12/1/26 on Tuesdays (no class 11/24/26)
- Time: 9:30 ‑ 11:30 AM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 10/20/26 – 12/1/26 on Tuesdays (no class 11/24/26)
- Time: 12:00 ‑ 2:00 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 10/21/26 – 12/2/26 on Wednesdays (no class 11/25/26)
- Time: 9:30 ‑ 11:30 AM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 10/21/26 – 12/2/26 on Wednesdays (no class 11/25/26)
- Time: 12:00 ‑ 2:00 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: This 6-session course is a great introduction to clay. Participants will learn to shape basic forms on a potter’s wheel with the goal of creating functional pieces like mugs and bowls, adding the final touches by trimming and glazing the forms. Beginning methods of surface decoration will also be covered.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
Dates: 10/22/26 – 12/3/26 on Thursdays (no class 11/26/26)
- Time: 9:30 ‑ 11:30 AM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Already know the basics and want a challenge, or looking to refine/dial in your foundational skill set? This class will provide the information for students with prior knowledge to push their throwing skills further. Learn how to throw consistent forms and be efficient with the clay.
Prerequisite Note: If you have not taken a wheel throwing class before, please start with beginner level. Students enrolling in intermediate wheel should be confident in centering and throwing basic cylinder and bowl forms.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
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Dates: 10/22/26 – 12/3/26 on Thursdays (no class 11/26/26)
- Time: 12:00 ‑ 2:00 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 8
- Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Reitz Union – Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Already know the basics and want a challenge, or looking to refine/dial in your foundational skill set? This class will provide the information for students with prior knowledge to push their throwing skills further. Learn how to throw consistent forms and be efficient with the clay.
Prerequisite Note: If you have not taken a wheel throwing class before, please start with beginner level. Students enrolling in intermediate wheel should be confident in centering and throwing basic cylinder and bowl forms.
Rates:
- Student: $57 + $40.31 prorated membership - $97.31
- UF Affiliate: $68 + $67.19 prorated membership - $135.19
- Community: $79 + $94.06 prorated membership - $173.06
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Crochet
Dates: 9/9/26 – 10/14/26 on Wednesdays
- Time: 5:30 ‑ 6:30 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 6
- Location: Reitz Union Room 3305 (Level 3) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Discover the art of crochet in this six-session beginner's class! Whether you're new to the craft or looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the basics, from selecting the right materials to mastering essential stitches. By the end, you'll have the confidence to start your own creative projects and a handmade piece to showcase your new skills. Class fee includes materials.
Rates:
- Student: $50
- UF Affiliate: $60
- Community: $70
Dates: 9/9/26 – 10/14/26 on Wednesdays
- Time: 6:45 ‑ 7:45 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 6
- Location: Reitz Union Room 3305 (Level 3) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Discover the art of crochet in this six-session beginner's class! Whether you're new to the craft or looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the basics, from selecting the right materials to mastering essential stitches. By the end, you'll have the confidence to start your own creative projects and a handmade piece to showcase your new skills. Class fee includes materials.
Rates:
- Student: $50
- UF Affiliate: $60
- Community: $70
Dates: 10/21/26 – 12/2/26 on Wednesdays (no class 11/25/26)
- Time: 5:30 ‑ 6:30 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 6
- Location: Reitz Union Room 3305 (Level 3) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Discover the art of crochet in this six-session beginner's class! Whether you're new to the craft or looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the basics, from selecting the right materials to mastering essential stitches. By the end, you'll have the confidence to start your own creative projects and a handmade piece to showcase your new skills. Class fee includes materials.
Rates:
- Student: $50
- UF Affiliate: $60
- Community: $70
Dates: 10/21/26 – 12/2/26 on Wednesdays (no class 11/25/26)
- Time: 6:45 ‑ 7:45 PM
- Length: 6 weeks
- Capacity: 6
- Location: Reitz Union Room 3305 (Level 3) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Take your crochet skills to the next level in this six-session intermediate class! Dive into more complex patterns as we explore creative advanced techniques, and methods for tackling larger projects. Whether you're expanding your skill set or perfecting your craft, this course will help you refine your stitches, experiment with colors, and work on a unique project to show off your progress. Join us to transform and elevate your skills! Class fee includes yarn, please plan to bring your own tools.
Rates:
- Student: $50
- UF Affiliate: $60
- Community: $70
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Dance
Dates: 9/8/26 – 10/27/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 5:00 ‑ 6:00 PM
- Length: 8 weeks
- Capacity: 20
- Location: Reitz Union Dance Studio B (Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Kick up your heels and boot scoot into this 8-week, beginner-level line dancing course. Regardless of your dancing experience, the instructor will guide you through basic steps and help build your confidence on the dance floor. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn something new and get active in a friendly, welcoming environment.
Rates:
- Student: $25
- UF Affiliate: $35
- Community: $45
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Dates: 9/8/26 – 10/27/26 on Tuesdays
- Time: 6:00 ‑ 7:30 PM
- Length: 8 weeks
- Capacity: 20
- Location: Reitz Union Dance Studio B (Lower Level) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: For the more experienced line dancer, join this 8-week course to level up your moves on the dance floor! This course will cover more complex steps, patterns, and turns than beginner classes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to hone your skills and get active in a friendly, welcoming environment.
Rates:
- Student: $35
- UF Affiliate: $45
- Community: $55
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One-Day Sewing Workshops
Time: 6:00 ‑ 8:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Location: Reitz Union Room 3305 (Level 3) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Join Zaleigh Dixon of SonderSewing for a beginner sewing workshop where you'll learn how to use a sewing machine and leave with your own handmade keychain! In this 2-hour session you’ll learn how to thread and operate a sewing machine while completing a beginner friendly project. You’ll leave with your keychain and your own mini sewing kit to take home! All materials are provided. (Limit 6)
Rates:
- Student: $13 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $20 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $25 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
Time: 6:00 ‑ 8:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Location: Reitz Union Room 2350 (Level 2) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Join Zaleigh Dixon of SonderSewing for a beginner sewing workshop where you'll learn how to use a sewing machine and leave with your own handmade keychain! In this 2-hour session you’ll learn how to thread and operate a sewing machine while completing a beginner friendly project. You’ll leave with your keychain and your own mini sewing kit to take home! All materials are provided. (Limit 6)
Rates:
- Student: $13 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $20 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $25 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
Time: 6:00 ‑ 8:00 PM
Capacity: 6
Location: Reitz Union Room 2350 (Level 2) Indoor Wayfinding
- Description: Join Zaleigh Dixon of SonderSewing for a beginner sewing workshop where you'll learn how to use a sewing machine and leave with your own handmade keychain! In this 2-hour session you’ll learn how to thread and operate a sewing machine while completing a beginner friendly project. You’ll leave with your keychain and your own mini sewing kit to take home! All materials are provided. (Limit 6)
Rates:
- Student: $13 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
- UF Affiliate: $20 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
- Community: $25 + $10 Materials Fee paid during first class
One-day Intructor-led
Painting Experiences
Time: 7:00 ‑ 9:00 PM
Capacity: 20
Location: Reitz Union Orange Brew (Cabo) (Ground Level) Indoor Wayfinding
Description: Join Bella Avilla for Brushes in the Brew! No experience necessary, just show up, get creative, and have a great time during this one-day, beginner-level, student-only painting experience.
Rates:
- Student: $5
- UF Affiliate: Not Eligible
- Community: Not Eligible
Time: 7:00 ‑ 9:00 PM
Capacity: 20
Location: Reitz Union Orange Brew (Cabo) (Ground Level) Indoor Wayfinding
Description: Join Bella Avilla for Brushes in the Brew! No experience necessary, just show up, get creative, and have a great time during this one-day, beginner-level, student-only painting experience.
Rates:
- Student: $5
- UF Affiliate: Not Eligible
- Community: Not Eligible
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Time: 7:00 ‑ 9:00 PM
Capacity: 20
Location: Reitz Union Orange Brew (Cabo) (Ground Level) Indoor Wayfinding
Description: Join Bella Avilla for Brushes in the Brew! No experience necessary, just show up, get creative, and have a great time during this one-day, beginner-level, student-only painting experience.
Rates:
- Student: $5
- UF Affiliate: Not Eligible
- Community: Not Eligible
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CONTACT
352-392-2378
ReitzUnionACCStudio@ufsa.ufl.edu
Reitz Union
686 Museum Rd, Gainesville, Florida 32611