EDUCATION
Classes for Kids: After School & Open Studio Classes
About After-School Classes
The Arts Center offers a wide variety of art classes that take place in our fully equipped clay studio, multi-media and painting room, and dance studio. Options are available for ages 3-18. Please contact Chris Neely, Education Coordinator, for details.
Jump down to class list & online registration.
Registration Cancellation Policy
In the event you must cancel your reservation, you will receive a refund as defined below:
- Cancellation notice must be submitted in writing at least 8 days prior to session start date.
- All cancellations received within seven or fewer days of session start date forfeit full tuition.
- A cancellation fee of 10% will be applied to all cancellations.
Required & Optional Forms:
If you register a child for a class, please download the 'Release Form' and 'Contract' -- these are required forms. Fill them out and bring them to class the first day to speed check-in.
If you are interested in receiving Scholarship Funding for class tuitions, please download the 'Scholarship Form.' Fill out the form and return it to Chris Neely to confirm availability of funds.
- Release Form (**Required**) (PDF)
- Contract (**Required**) (PDF)
- Scholarship Form (PDF)
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Friend ($50/yr)
$50 buys supplies for one clay class for children.
Perks of Friend-Level Membership:
- 10% off ArtShop and Gallery purchases
- 15% discount during receptions
- Subscription to the ArtSpirit newsletter, monthly exhibit cards, and notification of special events
- Plus 10% off in-house classes at The Arts Center
Upgrade from ‘Basic’ to ‘Friend’ Membership
Do you already have an active $35 membership, but would like to 'upgrade' to a $50 membership so that you can receive a 10% discount on class registration today?
If so, add this item to your shopping cart.
This upgrade will be in effect until the end date of your existing $35 membership.
CLASS SCHEDULE & ONLINE REGISTRATION
Medieval Madness
Tuesdays, Jan 24, 2012 - Mar 13, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $110.00, Taught by: Jess Graff
Queens, princes, jesters, and gargoyles unite! Develop your character as you create costumes, coats of arms, castle replicas, and a fabulous yet terrifying dragon!
This class is not available for online registration.
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Open Studio
Thursdays, Jan 26, 2012 - May 10, 2012
Time: 10-1
Ages: Homeschool and Unschool participants , Cost: $12.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Join teaching artist, Diana Ryan for an open studio experience for homeschool/unschool families. Participants have access to a full clay and mixed media room. Weekly projects announced. Caregivers free. Drop in class. No open studio on 2/3, 3/29, 4/12. NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY
This class is full or not available for online registration.
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Master Painters
Mondays, Jan 30, 2012 - Mar 19, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: 8-12, Cost: $105.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Students will be inspired by master painters from history and create their own unique masterpieces! Mediums include: watercolor, tempera, and acrylic.
This class is not available for online registration.
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Mud Workshop Session 1
Thursdays, Feb 2, 2012 - Mar 8, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: grades 1-7, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Ever wanted to take a spin at the potter's wheel? Join us on Thursdays for beginning and advanced ceramic techniques.
This class is full or not available for online registration.
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Get your gnome on! Sculpture class for kids
Tuesdays, Feb 7, 2012 - Mar 13, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: grades 1-7, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Join us for an exploration of building 3D clay animals, people, abstract forms, and whimsical sculptures. Participants learn basic and advanced hand building techniques.
Approximate* seats remaining: 4*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Get your gnome on! Sculpture class for kids':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
pre-Columbian Sculpture and Clay Work
Fridays, Feb 10, 2012 - Mar 23, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: grades 1-7, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Samuel Becerra
NEW: Bi-lingual class! Learn hand building techniques and history of ancient civilization as participants sculpt Mayan and teotihuacan masks, clay whistles, and flutes. CLASS IS FULL.
This class is full or not available for online registration.
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Little Pots
Tuesdays, Mar 6, 2012 - Apr 3, 2012
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Ages: ages 3-6, Cost: $40.00, Taught by: Dian
This parent and child class guides little hands through their first experience with clay including throwing on the wheel!
Approximate* seats remaining: 8*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Little Pots':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Picasso Play Session 1
Wednesdays, Mar 7, 2012 - Apr 4, 2012
Time: 10-11am
Ages: ages 3-6, Cost: $40.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Paint, sculpt, stamp, squish, and draw! This studio class offers opportunities for small children to explore various art mediums.
Approximate* seats remaining: 10*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Picasso Play Session 1':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Mud Workshop Session 2
Thursdays, Mar 15, 2012 - May 3, 2012
Time: 8-5
Ages: grades 1-7, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Ever wanted to take a spin at the potter's wheel? Join us on Thursdays for beginning and advanced ceramic techniques. No class on 3/29 & 4/12
Approximate* seats remaining: 2*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Mud Workshop Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
From Stepping Stones to Tessellation: a Tile Workshop for Kids
Tuesdays, Mar 20, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: grades 1-7, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Students will create their very own decorative tiles for use in stepping stones, wall decor and mosaic. Explore the world of color, texture and surface decoration in this hands on class!
Approximate* seats remaining: 12*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'From Stepping Stones to Tessellation: a Tile Workshop for Kids':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Creative Art Studio
Mondays, Apr 2, 2012 - May 7, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Learn the fundamentals of drawing, painting, & design. Participants get their creativity flowing with unique assignments, exercises & games. Not your average art class! All levels welcome.
Approximate* seats remaining: 8*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Creative Art Studio':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Play Production Session 2: James and the Giant Peach
Mondays, Apr 2, 2012 - May 21, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $120.00, Taught by: Gina Gambony
From auditions to performance, kids will learn it all as they produce and star in their own show! During session 2, students produce a version of James and the Giant Peach.
Approximate* seats remaining: 15*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Play Production Session 2: James and the Giant Peach':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Favorite Things Session 2
Tuesdays, Apr 3, 2012 - May 8, 2012
Time: 2-3
Ages: ages 3-6, Cost: $60.00, Taught by: Jess Graff
Creative Kiddos learn about colors, shapes, and creative expression through a subject they know well: their favorite things! Food, animals, stories & more inspire little hands to create with clay, paint, glue, & colors. A great intro!
Approximate* seats remaining: 10*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Favorite Things Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Knots, Needles, and Wool: A Fiber Class for Kids
Tuesdays, Apr 3, 2012 - May 22, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $110.00, Taught by: Jess Graff
Participants get a chance to explore fiber arts through dying, sewing, felting, and more!
Approximate* seats remaining: 11*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Knots, Needles, and Wool: A Fiber Class for Kids':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Storytelling
Wednesdays, Apr 4, 2012 - May 30, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Gina Gambony
Once there was and once there was not…a long, long, time ago…in place yet both near and far…well, you get the picture. Come hear and tell stories from around the world under the story tree! Did you enjoy session 1? New tales will be explored in Session 2!
Approximate* seats remaining: 15*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Storytelling':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Wiggle Workshop Session 2
Wednesdays, Apr 4, 2012 - May 16, 2012
Time: 2-3
Ages: ages 3-6, Cost: $50.00, Taught by: Jess Graff
Stretch, jump, twirl, and dance! Little movers will shake to the music in this introduction to dance.
Approximate* seats remaining: 10*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Wiggle Workshop Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
The Art of Dance Session 2
Thursdays, Apr 5, 2012 - May 31, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $90.00, Taught by: Mimi Chen
Explore the creative world of dance while learning to use movement as a tool to choreograph your own dance piece. No dance experience necessary! No class on 4/12.
Approximate* seats remaining: 15*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'The Art of Dance Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Behind the Scenes Session 2
Thursdays, Apr 5, 2012 - May 31, 2012
Time: 3:30-5
Ages: ages 7-12, Cost: $120.00, Taught by: Gina Gambony
Costuming, makeup, puppets and props, and mask. So many things go into making a production. Kids get ready! You'll be creating it all! This is a great class for kids into both the visual and performing arts!
Approximate* seats remaining: 12*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Behind the Scenes Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Little Pots Session 2
Tuesdays, Apr 10, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Ages: ages 3-6, Cost: $40.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
This parent and child class guides little hands through their first experience with clay including throwing on the wheel!
Approximate* seats remaining: 9*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Little Pots Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
Picasso Play Session 2
Wednesdays, Apr 18, 2012 - May 9, 2012
Time: 10-11am
Ages: ages 3-6, Cost: $40.00, Taught by: Diana Ryan
Paint, sculpt, stamp, squish, and draw! This studio class offers opportunities for small children to explore various art mediums. No class on 3/38
Approximate* seats remaining: 10*note: this number might not reflect today's offline registrations.
Register for 'Picasso Play Session 2':
- To register a child for this class, fill in the required information below and then click "Submit." Follow the prompts on the "Your Cart" pop up window to proceed.
- To register an additional child for this class, click "Continue Shopping" on the "Your Cart" pop up window to return to this window. Enter the new participant information below, and then click "Submit" again.
- MEMBERS: To apply your membership discount, follow these steps on the 'Your Cart' pop-up window: click the "Enter Coupon Code" link, then enter the code "MEMBER" (all capitals), and finally click "update."
Please use this coupon code only if you are currently a member at the $50/yr level or higher (or if you added a $50 membership to your cart today).
CLASS SCHEDULES
Kids' After School & Open Studio Classes:
Feb 7, 2012 - Mar 13, 2012
Feb 10, 2012 - Mar 23, 2012
Mar 6, 2012 - Apr 3, 2012
Mar 7, 2012 - Apr 4, 2012
Mar 15, 2012 - May 3, 2012
Mar 20, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Apr 2, 2012 - May 7, 2012
Apr 2, 2012 - May 21, 2012
Apr 3, 2012 - May 8, 2012
Apr 3, 2012 - May 22, 2012
Apr 4, 2012 - May 30, 2012
Apr 4, 2012 - May 16, 2012
Apr 5, 2012 - May 31, 2012
Apr 5, 2012 - May 31, 2012
Apr 10, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Apr 18, 2012 - May 9, 2012