January 23, 2026 6:00 pm: International Dance Class – $12
Zita Angelo is a professional folk dance instructor and has been teaching international Folk Dance since 1980.
Inspired by her Hungarian immigrant mother, Zita studied ballet, jazz, and international folk dance. The last of these captured her heart and inspired her ever since.
The Class.
World Dance Lancaster has been inspiring and teaching dancers since 1980. World Dance isn’t just an activity, it’s a way of life. Join us for fun, culture, and exercise.
February 21, 2026 2:00 am: Confidence on Camera Workshop
February 21, 28 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
What is it?
This workshop is designed to help individuals and small business teams gain confidence speaking in front of a camera. As many businesses and entrepreneurs shift to a focus on social media strategy and video content generation, the growing need for industry-specific on-camera talent leaves the door open for individuals to step into more public-facing roles.
Traditional methods for developing on-camera skillsets can miss the mark, as they rely too heavily on traditional media strategies and lack the agility small businesses may need when approaching content creation.
This two part workshop will help you hone the “voice” you need for your approach, provide concrete strategies for getting comfortable being on camera or speaking to an audience, and help you interface with multiple methodologies for delivering what you have to say.
Who is it for?
This workshop is an ideal fit for small business owners, creatives, and entrepreneurs looking to improve their on camera skills for the purposes of video content creation. It is also helpful for those looking to gain more general confidence when speaking in business related settings.
Who are we and how can we help?
My name is Cheyne, and I’ve spent nearly eight years developing high quality, high impact video content for small businesses, both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. My expertise lies in the real-world experience of creating content that suits your business needs while remaining authentic and value-centered. Being a small business owner now myself, I recognize the importance of creating content that feels true to you while driving your business forward.
I’m Nicholas, a director/editor with 8 years in video production and 1,000+ videos produced. From memorized scripts, to teleprompter reads, or candid interviews, I collaborate closely with on-screen speakers to achieve captivating, mission minded presentations. My experience as an editor informs how I work on set, prioritizing a comfortable environment to focus on the
elements that really make a difference in the end product. I believe on-screen authenticity is the foundation of an impactful campaign, and a surefire way to engage your audience.
What’s Included?
– Two sessions of instruction from kind and qualified instructors
– Session one will cover techniques and strategies to get you more comfortable on camera
– Session two will focus on time in front of the camera practicing the skills you learned in session one
– Personalized feedback based on your specific needs and performance – A digital file of your on-camera session with a written recap of your personalized feedback
December 4, 2025 6:45 pm: Write, Paint, Release: Expressive Art Series for Creatives
December 4, 11, 18 @6:45-8pm
$50.00 for all three sessions
What’s included:
-Guided art & explorative activities to generate inspiration
-Opportunities for reflective writing & conversation with fellow creatives
-Materials to enhance, expand, & challenge your current practice
-A supportive group for up to 8 participants at all stages of creative living
Who is this for:
Are you an artist, writer, or creative at heart?
Are you in need of a creative boost?
Are you looking for community and support?
This series is for you!
About the instructor: Amanda MacMurtrie, MA, is an art therapist and expressive artist with a special love for mixing metaphors. She supports the awakening and flourishing of creativity in others with one-on-one creative accompaniment and therapeutic art workshops. Amanda has worked in various mental health environments and holds a Masters in Art Therapy with a Specialization in Counseling from Seton Hill University.
November 1, 2025 12:00 am: Upcoming Events for November
November 15, 2025 10:00 am: Fundamentals of Oil Painting A One-Day Workshop with Blair Atherholt
$200.00
Saturday, November 15, 2025
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
The Workshop
In this one-day workshop, we will explore the fundamental skills of traditional oil painting. In this class we will all – myself included – work step-by-step through the process of painting a single, basic shape with a limited palette of three colors (Titanium White, Raw Umber, and Ivory Black).
We’ll work through this painting together, learning and applying the following tenets of traditional realism and how I apply them in oils:
– The Parts of Light and How to Utilize Them to Show Form
– Using Line Drawing as an Underpainting
– Basics of Paint Mixing
– Application of Paint
Painting monochromatically with a limited palette has traditionally served as the first step in an art student’s progression through their painting education. It allows the student to focus on the fundamentals of light, form, drawing, paint mixing, and paint application before wading into the complex world of color. Practicing in this way is crucial in establishing a solid foundation in and level of comfort with the challenging medium that is oil paint.
How the Class Works:
The class will follow a step-by-step format. I’ll demonstrate each stage of the painting process while explaining my methods and thought process. Students can observe, ask questions, and then apply that step to their own work with my guidance and feedback. Once everyone has finished, I’ll demonstrate the next stage. By the end of the day, each student will have a completed painting.
November 6, 2025 6:00 pm: Intimate Cocktail Class in a Gorgeous Setting
$75/pp
Making cocktails is so much more than following a recipe. Whether complex or simple, it’s about creating something visually spectacular that tastes extraordinary. Learn to add your own unique flourish when mixing your guests’ favorite drinks.
Join other art and cocktail enthusiasts in the stunning kitchen at Urban Arts House on Thursday, November 6th from 6-8pm, where Clear Ice & Bitters owner Julia Adams will lead this hands-on class, including ingredients and garnishes from local growers and artisans, homemade syrups and concentrates, high-quality mixers, and bitters from around the globe.
Bring your favorite spirit (or that odd bottle you received at last year’s holiday party that’s just taking up space in your pantry), or if zero-proof is your preferred drink, bring nothing but your smile. Everything else will be provided.
This will not be your average cocktail experience.
October 3, 2025 5:00 pm: Join us for 1st Friday! October 3rd 5-8pm. See all the wonderful artwork at Urban Arts House. Open studios and light refreshments.
Artwork by:
Danielle Rose
Rachel Hoffman
Ben Williamson
Cheyne Thomas
Hannah Lindsay
Zach Shaffer
John Yecker
Victoria Mowrer
August 1, 2025 5:00 pm: First Friday August 1st 2025
Denzy Dark, artistic alias for Dustin Nispel, is an international award-winning poet and visual artist. His works dive into dark surrealism with cumbersome emotion that pulls at the viewer’s closed doors. The work of Denzy has been described as visual poetry exploring untouched reaches of the soul. A journey meant for ghosts that dream. It is derived from his own hauntings, internally and externally. Where the veil is thin, is where we find Denzy’s work; hung in the recesses, staring back at us as though a mirror of our darker places where angels weep and phoenix rise.
Denzy has been featured at the Pennsylvania State Capital Rotunda in Harrisburg, York Art Association, Hive Art Gallery, Ironic gallery and coffee house, Kings Courtyard Artist Collective, Central Penn College, The Altland House, The White Rose and the York Holistic Expo. In addition to creating artwork he has also curated artwork for his former Gallery The Rooted Art Gallery, where local artist and Internationally renown artists had their works featured. The likes of Peter Max, Salvador Dalí, Henry Matisse and John Lennon made their way through The Rooted Art Gallery while it was in operation.
August 3, 2025 5:00 pm: Illuminating Exhibition – Blacklight Event
Join Urban Arts House as we sponsor a black light event! Created by a collective of local artists, transforming an ordinary evening into an immersive, neon-soaked experience. The venue pulses with vibrant, glowing art installations, each piece illuminated under ultraviolet lights, creating a unique ambiance. A talented DJ spins an eclectic mix of beats, from smooth electronica to upbeat house, setting the rhythm of the night. Custom cocktails offer unique concoctions that mirror the creativity of the space. As guests mingle in the historic C. Emlen Urban building, the fusion of art, music, and light creates a captivating atmosphere where each moment feels like stepping into a living piece of art.