Thursday, November 14, 2013

Throwback Thursday: Bull City Craft

As the weather is getting colder, our family is looking for more inside activities to keep our little ones busy.  One of the best local indoor stops is Bull City Craft.  Right now, they are having some great holiday activities to check out!  

What it is: Bull City Craft is a fabulous little store across the street from Q-Shack and in the same shopping center as Little Gym in that fabulous section of Durham near the intersection of 15-501 and University. It's a art supply store selling all manner of art supplies.  In addition, it is a craft studio that has activities for kids!  You can stop by anytime and, for a fee, do a craft.  These "drop-in crafts" include birdhouses, boxes, Easter baskets, necklaces and bracelets, cards, shadow boxes, and more.  

In addition, they have preschool playcraft times when, for an even smaller fee, preschoolers can come in and complete an age-appropriate craft! Bull City Craft has even offers several art classes for kids including Kid Kind Creations and Mommy and Me classes.  They also can do thematic birthday parties.  Oh, and we just found out they offer a Paint and Pour night when moms and dads can sneak out and enjoy a glass of wine while they paint their own canvas.  Check our their website for class schedules and info.

What we liked: I love when my kids have the opportunity to make something and express their creativity.  What makes this even better is that all of the materials are supplied and you don't have to clean up after yourself like you would at home!  (I especially liked this part when my son got out the glitter!) It's also in a great location to combine with some of our other favorite activities including Q-Shack, Nanataco, Rockwood Park, Forest Hills Park, Foster's Market, Guglhupf, etc.

What we would change: The drop-in crafts are a bit pricey, but I think they would make perfect holiday presents.  So, it's a perfect excuse to stop by.  Plus, the cost pays for materials that you would have to buy for yourself otherwise.


Website and other important information: 

Website: http://bullcitycraft.com/

Address: 2501 University Dr, Durham, NC

Phone Number:  (919) 419-0800

Hours: 11am-6pm Tuesday-Friday, 11pm-8pm Saturday

Preschool Playcraft time: 11am Monday-Thursday

Special Holiday Events 2013:

Family Fall Craft Party
Sun, November 24, 2pm – 4pm
Fun crafts for the whole family! Make a cute turkey or pumpkin centerpiece and decorate wooden maple leaves. This is a great activity for visiting grandparents. $6 per participant

Black Friday Drop Off Crafting
Friday, November 29, 8-11am
Special drop off crafting session! Drop off children ages 3 and up to paint, draw, glue, and play with play dough while you go shop the sales. $7 per child per hour

Shop Independent Durham Week
November 30-December 8
30% off Melissa and Doug
20% off Drop In Crafts (make your own gifts!)
Giveaway to the 10th customer every day
Facebook Flash Sale

Kids' Art Mart on Sunday, December 1 from 2-4pm
Bull City Craft
Local will be selling their artwork and crafts. This fun event will feature free face painting and refreshments. All month we'll feature their work in an exhibit in the store.

Craft Gifts for Kids!
When: Thu, December 5, 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Where: Bull CIty Craft (map) 2501 University Drive, Durham
 Make a different holiday gift each week! Ages 7-12. 3 week session. $48 class fee includes all supplies.

Annual Ornament Party
When: Fri, December 13, 4pm – 6pm
Where: Bull City Craft (map)  2501 University Drive, Durham
Family Craft Night! Kick off your holiday season at our 3rd annual holiday party! Make cute ornaments for the holidays. Refreshments, treats, special discounts, and crafts for all ages. 
Day of event $10 per person. 
Pre-register $6 per person.
Registration suggested but not required. 

Preschool Playcraft on Fridays!
For December, we will be extending our Preschool Playcraft schedule to include Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays, AND Fridays from 11am-12.

Mommy and Me Art- Holiday Crafts Around the World
Ages 1-5 with caregiver
$35 for 3 week session
Explore drawing, painting, and crafts through guided projects and story time. 
Led by Pearly Barrow, a local teacher and mom of a preschooler, this class will be a fun learning experience for you and your child!

Photos:  

1. A view of the drop-in crafts


2. The store

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