Clay ornament workshop offers creative holiday fun in New Philadelphia

Tuscarawas County Center for the Arts to host Nov. 22 class with Dee Grossman; materials included and finished pieces ready Dec. 6

Dee Grossman will lead a two-hour clay ornament workshop Saturday, Nov. 22, at 10 a.m.

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Published November 8, 2025 - 2:03 p.m. Modified November 18, 2025 - 9:04 p.m.

Make something special for your Christmas tree this holiday season at the Tuscarawas County Center for the Arts.

Dee Grossman will lead a two-hour clay ornament workshop Saturday, Nov. 22, at 10 a.m. The cost is $45 and includes all materials. Finished ornaments will be available for pickup Saturday, Dec. 6, at 10 a.m.

The Tuscarawas County Center for the Arts is located at 461 Robinson Drive SW, New Philadelphia. To register, call 330-339-2787. A full course description is available at www.tuscartcenter.org.

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