Grab your pals (or come solo!) and join us for a cozy, heart-filled Mahjong Night—with a creative twist. 🩷🀄️

We’ll be playing Mahjong while making clay conversation hearts—choose a Mahj-inspired phrase or keep it classic with a love-themed message. This is a relaxed, social event focused on fun, connection, and a little friendly tile-slamming.
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Join us for Mahjong Open Play at Prairie Arts Center—a relaxed, welcoming space to gather, play, and connect.
This is open play, not instruction, and is ideal for players who want to continue learning and move beyond the basics. Bring your own
beverage and snack—we’ll provide the game sets and cards. Play will use the National Mah Jongg League card or The Big Card, table decides the card. 
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Curious about American Mahjong but not sure where to start? This two-day introductory class is designed to guide you through the fundamentals of the game in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Participants will learn the basics of American Mahjong, including tile recognition, game setup, turn order, and how to read and play using The Big Card by The Mahjong Line. Instruction will focus on understanding the card, building hands, and developing confidence in gameplay.
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Join us for our 2nd Annual Holiday Print Party! All are welcome at this FREE community event on Saturday, December 20th from 10 AM – 1 PM. Spend the morning printing holiday cards and wrapping paper using our extensive collection of holiday linocuts.

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We're excited to announce the 7th Annual Flood the Streets with Art event in Stillwater! Our mission is to make art accessible to everyone by spreading FREE art throughout the streets. This initiative, which started on Facebook, is now a beloved community event in Stillwater. Local artists generously donate original pieces, which can range in size and form, whether 2D or 3D. You’re invited to contribute your own artwork! On December 13, 2025, we’ll hit the streets with our Art "Wagon," distributing art for the community to discover. Keep an eye on our social media for clues on where to find these hidden treasures! @prairieartscenter
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Saturday, November 22 | 10 AM – 2 PM
We’re excited to be hosting our annual Holiday POP UP Art Shop a little earlier this year! Join us to get a head start on your holiday shopping and support local artists. Browse a wide variety of handmade works in pottery, printmaking, jewelry, fiber arts, woodworking, metalsmithing, and more. Artists will be set up outside alongside the Stillwater Farmers Market. Don’t forget to come inside the Prairie Arts Center to shop our Holiday Ornament Emporium in the lobby and participate in our free holiday-themed making activity—fun for all ages and skill levels!

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