The Malta League of Arts holds an annual meeting of the general membership that is dedicated to our non-Board members and individuals interested in becoming members.  We talk about what the League has been working on, what has been accomplished, and plans for the future.  We invite members to join our Board, as space allows, and to present recommendations for policies, procedures and activities to be pursued during the coming year.

The Malta League of Arts is a member-driven and member-responsive organization.  We welcome participation by anyone who wants to be actively engaged in the Malta League of Arts.

Bring original artwork or art supplies to exchange for something new!

This year will be our first Art Swap, to be held June 3, 2023 at the lovely, historic Round Lake Auditorium.

Details and guidelines are being developed for this event, and will appear here soon.

Give your creativity a kick start!  These presentations will feature someone in the arts community either talking about their work or creative process, or presenting a class.

Check back to see details of upcoming events!

Are you having trouble getting started on a creative project?

Do you need a space to work on your art, away from the distractions of home?

Would you find it helpful to bounce ideas off other creatives?

Come join other members of the Malta League of Arts (MLA) for a monthly open studio.

Once a month between 5:30 – 7:45 pm
Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Ballston Spa. Room 105

2023 Dates are Tuesday, September 12, Tuesday, October 10, Wednesday, November 8, and Wednesday, December 13

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All are welcome! Coffee with Creatives is FREE for MLA members and $5 for non-members. You can become a member any time at MaltaLeagueOfArts.org or at the event.

Space may be limited, so e-mail us at MaltaLArts@gmail.com to guarantee a spot. Walk-ins will be welcome until the space reaches capacity.

+Bring whatever project you’re working on or want to start (see suggestions below*). Or just bring an open mind to fill with creative ideas.

+Come and go as you please. Stop in for 30 minutes or stay all evening. There will be 5 - 10 minutes of announcements from the MLA Board at 6:00 pm.

+All levels of artists, writers, designers and crafters are welcome, from beginner to expert.

+You’ll need to bring your own materials and supplies, but we’ll provide a covered work surface and some light refreshments. You are welcome to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage, snack or even dinner.

+You can work at a table with others and share ideas and conversation, or you can put on your headphones and work by yourself. This is your time to be creative with whatever method works best for you!

+You don’t have to live in Malta to join the Malta League of Arts or to participate in Coffee with Creatives or any of our other activities.

*Optional: Bring any craft supplies you no longer need for our craft swap table.

We ask that out of respect for other participants you refrain from bringing glues or sprays with harmful fumes.

No profanity or nudity, please, as this is a family-friendly environment.

If you have any questions, please contact us at MaltaLArts@gmail.com. Someone will get back to you within 24 hours.

*Some projects that will work well at this Open Studio are painting, sewing, scrapbooking, knitting, crocheting, printmaking, mosaics (but no glass cutting), collage, wreaths, jewelry making, drawing, sculpture, writing, wood burning, digital art, journaling, embroidery, etc.

Join your child in a morning of seasonal crafts and light refreshments.

This event will take place on December 2, 2023 at the Malta Community Center.  It will be open to all children accompanied by an adult, and there will be different stations for all ages to create winter art projects.

Please check back to see details as they become available!

We would like to see your artwork and share it with our community!  Every month or two we will propose a topic or theme.  The challenge may be to take a seasonal photo, paint an abstract painting, or create a representation of your pet.  We’ll send all members the details in an email and post it in this space on our web page.  Entries will be submitted via the Malta League of Arts Facebook page.  We will post all entries here and on our Facebook and Instagram pages, with information about you, the creator.  One entry in each challenge will be selected by the Malta League of Arts Art Challenge Committee to be a “Finalist”.    At the end of the year, one piece of artwork will be selected from all Finalists to be used on the cover of that year’s Malta League of Arts Brochure, with a modest cash award and credit attributed to the artist.  Remember, only members are allowed to participate!

Stay tuned for details about our first challenge!

Yes, we are planning another Plein Air festival for Fall 2025!  Check back for further details!