1. Where are you located?

We are located at the corner of Cuyler (1800W) and Ravenswood (4100N). One block north of Irving Park Road on the west side of the Metra tracks on Ravenswood. The school is easy to access from the CTA’s Irving Park Brown Line stop or Metra’s Ravenswood stop. Get directions here.

2. Where can I park?

There is plenty of street parking around CMS. Parking is allowed on Cuyler and Ravenswood. There is also a parking lot behind our building with access off Belle Plaine; which is one block north of Cuyler. Please do not park in front of the overhead loading door.

3. How do I register?

You can either register online via Paypal; fill out a registration form and either snail mail or bring in a check for payment.

4. Once I submit my online registration, does my registration and payment go through immediately?

Yes, we use a secure online processing system so that your credit card does get charged automatically for the total amount of the purchase in your shopping cart.

5. What do I need to bring to class? Are there materials I need to buy ahead of time?

All tools and materials are supplied for you. If any additional materials are required for the first class you will be notified by the instructor otherwise it will be specified in the class description. We encourage you to dress comfortably and wear old clothes, bring an apron or wear one of ours!

6. Can I make up a class?

Yes you may to make up a missed class. Arrangements are made on an individual basis with the instructor to join in another class or to come in during open studio time.

7. Can I just come in and use the studios without signing up for a class?

If you are presently enrolled in a class or have taken a class at CMS with the last year you may sign up for open studio time. You may purchase a 4 session pass from the office or from the class instructor. You may also purchase a pass during open studio times. You may also do a “drop-in” and pay a per day fee when you come to the school.