join us at our in-studio special events! 

You can learn more about upcoming and past events below. Follow us on Facebook or subscribe to our e-mail newsletter to stay up-to-date on all that's going on at StudioJSD! You can also check our calendar for a complete listing of classes, workshops, Visiting Artists, and special events.

Santa in Centertown!
Saturday, December 8, 11am-1pm

​Santa is coming to Centertown! 
Join us in Grand Haven's Centertown district for a fun filled family event! Businesses will be offering treats, gifts, and activities for kids of all ages, and holiday specials for everyone on your list! The big man himself will be making an appearance at the Momentum Center, 714 Columbus, so make sure you're on the "Nice" list. Support local businesses and workers in our community as you spread holiday cheer!
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Wine About Winter!
Friday, January 18, 2019  
​5:00-9:00 PM
Looking for a fun relaxing event after the craziness of the holidays is over? Come out to see great art and Wine About Winter! We would love to have you join us for snacks, beverages, and fun and help us beat the winter blues!

​Tuscon Trunk Show!
February 22 & 23, 2019

​Julie's going to the gem shows in Tuscon, and bringing back goodies to share! We'll have a great assortment of cabs, slabs, gems, and rough, all at great trunk show prices! Plan to stock up on stones to inspire your jewelry creations, or great raw material for your lapidary adventures. Friday February 22, 5-7 pm and Saturday, February 23, 10am-3pm--shop early for best selection!
. ​​​Lake Michigan Artists' Destash Bash
Returns April 20, 2019--Save the Date!
​ ​Join us for our Annual Destash Bash! Lake Michigan Artists' Destash Bash is a one day, cash and carry, second hand sale of art related tools, supplies, books and materials. This special event is open to the public and sure to be great fun for bargain hunters, artists, hobbyists, parents, grandparents, teachers, students or anyone with an affinity for arts and crafts! More information and an application to sell at the event will be available early in 2019. Invite a friend and spread the word!
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Past Studio JSD Events

  Holiday Open House!                         November 23 & 24, 2018          

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NEW THIS YEAR: 
Oyster pearl openings and pearl setting!
Geode cracking!
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Black Friday Blues?
Join us for a fun evening out with friends and seasonal cheer Friday, November 23 (Black Friday) from 5-8 pm. We will have hors d'oeuvres, treats and beverages, studio demonstrations and some brand-new surprises for all!. We will be featuring great new jewelry and art from the areas most talented metalsmiths, including our own resident artists, as well as several special sales. Invite a friend or bring the whole family, everyone is welcome! ​
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Small Business Saturday
Can't make it out on Friday? The fun continues the next day with refreshments and an open studio from 10-4. Shop local businesses with your holiday shopping dollars and support your community! Students who have completed Fabrication 1 & 2 and/or Lapidary classes at Studio JSD will be working in studio so that you can get a peek at what happens here. (If you're a student and want to work that day give us a call or stop by to sign up--space will fill quickly!)

Artist Reception for
Visiting Artist Chuck Bruce

Friday, November 16, 2018 5-7pm

Please join us as we welcome returning Studio JSD Visiting Artist Chuck Bruce! Silversmith and lapidary artist Chuck Bruce is such a popular instructor his March Inlay Cuff Bracelet class sold out in just 5 days--a studio record! His students thoroughly enjoyed working with him and produced phenomenal work, and we can't wait to have him back!

Enjoy light refreshments and beverages as you visit with Chuck and his workshop participants learn more about the art of inlay as you see the student's work in progress. You'll also have an opportunity to see and purchase some of Chuck's beautiful jewelry!.

Everyone is welcome and the reception is free to attend

​             Light Night Holiday Shopping Night             Friday, November 16, 5-8pm


​Our reception for Chuck Bruce coincides with another fun local event--Grand Haven's Light NIght! ​Join Studio JSD and other local businesses as we light the night for holiday fun! Enjoy the sparkling lights, festive music, and free hot cocoa and yummy treats as you mingle with friends and explore great shops. We'll be featuring beautiful artwork by our talented Resident Artists 
Bring in a new or gently used coat and receive a free gift!

Visiting Artist Reception ​with David Barnhill

The amazing David Barnhill, Master of Mokume and collaborator with David Huang in the fabulous "Layered Resplendence" series, is coming to Studio JSD to teach his craft--please join us for a casual reception as we welcome him to Grand Haven! Enjoy light refreshments and beverages as you visit with David and his workshop participants, view project samples from his class and see some of his fabulous personal work. Everyone is welcome at this free event!

Friday, October 5, 5-7pm

We hope to see you there!

Grand Haven ArtWalk    September 26-October 7


​Join the ArtWalk fun and visit Studio JSD during ArtWalk 2018! We will be hosting the work of two fabulous artists during this exciting 12 day event. Our artists and their categories:

Kathleen Blumreich--Painting
Kris Campau--Specialty Media

We invite you to meet these talented artists and view their incredible work during our special event during the ArtWalk competition: 

Studio JSD Artist Reception 
​Friday September 28 from 5-7pm  
Bring a friend and party with us at Studio JSD! We love to welcome old friends and meet new ones as we enjoy great art and artists, yummy food and drink, and awesome company. Follow us on Facebook to always know what's happening at Studio JSD!


​Visiting Artist Reception
​with Michael David Sturlin

​Please join us for a casual reception as we welcome internationally acclaimed goldsmith and metals instructor Michael David Sturlin to Grand Haven. Enjoy light refreshments and beverages as you visit with Michael and his workshop participants and view project samples.

Everyone is welcome and the reception is free to attend.
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Friday, August 17, 2018 6-8pm

Visiting Artist Reception with Richard Salley

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​Popular California artist and workshop presenter Richard Salley once again brings his technical expertise and unique southwest-flavored aesthetic to Studio JSD for 2 great workshops! Please join us for a casual reception as we welcome him to Grand Haven.  Enjoy light refreshments and beverages as you visit with Richard and his workshop participants, view project samples from both of his classes and see some of his fabulous personal work. 

Everyone is welcome and the reception is free to attend.
Friday, July 13, 2018 6-8 pm
We hope to see you there!

Gem Show and Reception with Rich Day--Friday, May 11, 2018  4:00-7:00 pm

​Join us for a fun afternoon as Rich Day returns with his fabulous collection of gemstones from around the world. Enjoy snacks and beverages as you shop Rich's extensive selection of fine gems and unique cabochons.

All items will be at great prices, so come prepared to stock up! If you're a jewelry artist you'll find a treasure trove of great pieces to work with. Not an artist? You'll have fun browsing the beautiful stones--if you find one you love we can design the perfect setting for you!

We'd love to have you join us--and bring a friend!

​Shop for Schools &
​Share the Warmth!
Saturday, November 11, 2017
10-6
​Studio JSD is happy to announce that we will be participating in the local Shop for Schools event again this year. Shop Saturday, November 11 and 15% of your shopping dollars will be donated directly to the local school of your choice. We have wonderful gift ideas including beautiful finished jewelry and art by Julie Sanford, Studio JSD Resident Artists, and other talented local artists. Pick up jewelry and metalsmithing tools and supplies for yourself or your favorite artist, schedule a class to learn a new skill, or get gift certificates and let the recipients choose what they like best! Open Saturday 10-6, stop by!

In addition to supporting our schools, we invite you to partner with us in providing warm winter outerwear for those in need during this cold season. Therefore, if you ​bring in a new or clean, gently used coat donation you’ll receive a FREE gift as our thank-you for supporting local charities--no purchase necessary!