Youth Classes

Art’s Club

Classes for this season are complete, check back again soon for next season's offerings.

Art Exploration

Sensory Friendly Workshop: “Let It Rain”
Ages: 8-12
$30 Non-members | $15 Members
Instructor: Stephanie Presnar
Save the Date: Apr 11, 2024

1 Thursday, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.

Let it Ran: Mixed Media Umbrella Painting

Caring, understanding, and patience provide a supportive environment for art making in this autism-friendly workshop designed for youth on the spectrum. Led by a certified Special Education teacher, students will have fun creating a sparkling snow globe. 

BHTs, parents or caregivers are welcome and encouraged to attend to assist students.

Capacity: 10. Minimum: 4.  Recommend for students with a developmental age of 8 - 12. However, if you have questions about whether this class is appropriate for your child, please contact us.

Instructor: Stephanie Presnar. Non-members:  $30. Members: $15.

Art Essentials For Fun: 3D Creations
Ages:9-15
$110 Non-members | $95 Members
Instructor: Richard DiGia
May 4 - May 25, 2024

Students have an opportunity to create using their imaginations in this hands-on 3-D art class. They will create figures in air-dry clay, including characters and backgrounds, and make masks as well. All materials provided.

Capacity:  10 students.  Minimum:  6 students.  Ages 9-15. Non-members:  $110/Members: $95.

Ceramics

Ceramics for Kids
Ages:6-13
$185 Non-members | $155 Members
Instructor: Nancy Sontich-Lenhart
Apr 6 - May 25, 2024

8 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am

It is like playing in the mud – only better!  Learn how to build a variety of projects with your hands.  Bowls, mugs, lanterns, masks, plates, animals, and boxes are just some of the possibilities.  Dress for play.  Materials included.

Capacity: 12 students.  Minimum: 4 students.  Ages 6-13.  Non-members: $185/Members: $155.

Creative Play

No upcoming classes but check back soon for next season!

Drawing

Drawing for Fun (Full Course)
Ages:9-15
$130 Non-members | $100 Members
Instructor: Richard DiGia
Apr 6 - May 25, 2024

8 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am

Learn a variety of drawing techniques in pencil drawing, pen and ink, watercolor wash, and more. Although instruction will build on cartooning skills to create your own characters and superheroes; 1:1 instruction will tailor individual lessons to your interests. All materials provided.

Capacity: 10 students.  Minimum:  6 students.  Ages 9-15.  (8 week) Non-members:  $130/Members: $100.

Drawing for Fun Session 1
Ages:9-15
$90 Non-members | $75 Members
Instructor: Richard DiGia
Apr 6 - Apr 27, 2024

4 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am

Learn a variety of drawing techniques in pencil drawing, pen and ink, watercolor wash, and more. Although instruction will build on cartooning skills to create your own characters and superheroes; 1:1 instruction will tailor individual lessons to your interests. All materials provided.

Capacity:  10 students.  Minimum:  6 students.  Ages 9-15.  (4 week) Non-members:  $90/Members: $75.

Drawing for Fun Session 2
Ages:9-15
$90 Non-members | $75 Members
Instructor: Richard DiGia
May 4 - May 25, 2024

4 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am

Learn a variety of drawing techniques in pencil drawing, pen and ink, watercolor wash, and more. Although instruction will build on cartooning skills to create your own characters and superheroes; 1:1 instruction will tailor individual lessons to your interests. All materials provided.

Capacity:  10 students.  Minimum:  6 students.  Ages 9-15.  (4 week) Non-members:  $90/Members: $75.

Music

Private Cello Lessons
Ages:5-18
$160 Non-members | $130 Members
Instructor: Beth Goldstein-McKee
Apr 2 - May 21, 2024

8 Tuesdays, by half-hour appointment

Whether your child is just beginning or seeking to advance his/her skills, each ½ hour private lesson is tailored to the student’s individual abilities. Information on rentals and appropriate sized instruments is available. With young children, parent attendance at lessons is recommended. Options to add additional individual and group lessons available.

Learning Music Through Play: The Cello
Ages:3-5
$115 Non-members | $85 Members
Instructor: Beth Goldstein-McKee
Apr 2 - May 21, 2024

8 Tuesdays, 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.

Preschoolers will discover the basic elements of music through songs, movement and stories on the cello with celebrated Suzuki-method instructor, Beth Goldstein McKee. Instruction includes beginning position games using a small cello in class. By the end of 8 weeks, parent and your child will have a foundation of simple songs and activities to continue at home. Great for families considering beginning cello lessons for their child!

Ages 3-5. Capacity: 8 students. Minimum: 2 students. Non-members:  $115. Members: $85.

Private Voice Lessons
Ages10+
$120 Non-members | $97.50 Members
Instructor: Jewel Ullrich
Apr 6 - May 11, 2024

6 Saturdays, by half-hour appointment

Join teacher Jewel Ullrich for 1:1 vocal instruction to help you find your unique vocal quality. Lessons are appropriate for beginners, as well as for those interested in improving skills. Instruction will include proper breathing techniques, vocal registration, resonance, vowel placement and more. Lessons are open to children and adults.

Ages 10+.  Appointments 11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Non-members: $120/ Members: $97.50.

Group Cello Class
Ages:5-18
$40 Non-members | $32.50 Members
Instructor: Beth Goldstein-McKee
Apr 9 - May 7, 2024

Reinforce private lessons by learning to play with others. This course is designed to help existing students listen, respond, and perform as a team. A recital will take place at the course end.

Ages 5-18.  Instructor: Beth Goldstein-McKee. Non-members:  $40. Members: $32.50.

Painting

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Scholarships

Full and partial scholarships are available to families demonstrating financial need. Contact us at 724.652.2882 for more information. Download scholarship application.

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