CCAL Artist Group Meetings occur at Anythink Library in Bennett, CO typically on the third Saturday of the month. Anythink Library Location: 495 7th Street, Bennett CO 80102
If there are any changes to the meeting date/time members are notified via email. Contact Us to add your email to our distribution.
Thank you to Anythink Library for your partnership!
Every month we ask artists to bring in their own work to share and discuss. A prompt is offered to get the creative ideas flowing but feel free to bring any of your work to share with the group!
January 2026
No Meeting
February 21, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2-3:30PM
Intro to CCAL 2026: Join us in creating personal ZINES (pronounced Zee-n) to set forth your goals and inspiration for 2026 (not sure what a Zine is? Do an online search and find lots of info).
Challenge: We will share our Zines at the end of the meeting.
March 21, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2-3:30PM
We are excited to have professional art coach and speaker, Kathy Beekman, teach a series of classes with CCAL this year. This course is titled: Craft the Perfect Plan for Success. CLICK HERE to learn more about Kathy.
Challenge: Focus- What draws your attention right now?
April 18, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2-3:30PM
Chopped! – Artist Edition: Join us in a fun game of quick thinking and creativity. Challenge yourself with limited art supplies and create something new.
Challenge: Constraint – create with a limitation (color, time, material, etc.)
May 16, 2026
Field Trip: Time TBD
Join CCAL at the Denver Botanic Gardens! Receive a free mini watercolor set; take pictures; plein aire; or just relax at the gardens and enjoy the scenery. Carpool will be available. Registration will be required (more information to come). CCAL will cover entry fees, however, a refundable deposit may be required to reserve your spot.
Challenge: Growth – Inspired by change, development or evolution.
June 2026
No Group Meeting. Join us for “Party in the Park” in Trupp Park! Date/Time TBD
July 18, 2026
Field Trip: Time TBD
Join CCAL at the Denver Art Museum. More details to come/carpol will be available. Registration will be required. CCAL will cover entry fees, however, a refundable deposit may be required to reserve your spot.
Challenge: Perspective – a shift in viewpoint or scale.
August 15, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2 – 3:30 PM
Professional art coach and speaker, Kathy Beekman will teach a class: Be Brave: Creative Courage for the Artist. CLICK HERE to learn more about Kathy.
Challenge: Bold – Strong choices in color, scale or subject.
September 19, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2 – 3:30 PM
Game: Join us for a creative game! Prizes will be given to the winners! We will also cast votes for our upcoming volunteer appreciation meeting.
Challenge: Play – Experimentation, curiosity, or just for fun!
October 17, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2 – 3:30 PM
Masks! We will create elegant, scary, fun, or just sill masks that can be worn or displayed.
Volunteers: We will give out awards to our volunteers (including CCAL Board, Committee, and general volunteers) to celebrate and show our appreciation.
Challenge: Transformation – Alteration, disguise, before and after.
November 21, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2 – 3:30 PM
Professional art coach and speaker, Kathy Beekman, will teach a class: Clarify Your Direction as an Artist in 5 Steps. CLICK HERE to learn more about Kathy.
Challenge: Direction – Where your work is headed or what you’re exploring.
December 19, 2026
Anythink Library, Bennett 2 – 3:30 PM
Holiday Part! Join us for our annual holiday party for good food, gift exchange and create a themed craft.
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