Figure Drawing. Art Classes. community Events. Gallery.

We host gallery openings and art classes for all ages: watercolors, sketching, collaging & more!

En español and in English. Join us! Sign up below or on Eventbrite.

want to host a workshop? a fundraiser? a private event?

Hit us up via email, phone, or our instagram.

ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)
Apr
1

ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)

Learn the basics of crochet! Practice and graduate to making the pattern of your choice! You’ll leave knowing how to pick your crochet needle, what gauge is, & how to make chains. After you’ve gotten the hand of it, we’ll guide you in picking a project to work on. Every time you come in, continue working on your project in a guided instructed environment.

This is an intergenerational biweekly crochet lesson that adapts to wherever you are in your learning process. Whether you have never held a crochet needle before or want to get some help in getting the right knot for your project.

English y Español. $20

SIGN UP BELOW or In-store

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Doggies & Cafecito - A Morning Hang for Puppies and the Humans That Love Them at A.R.T.
Apr
4

Doggies & Cafecito - A Morning Hang for Puppies and the Humans That Love Them at A.R.T.

As you all know, we are big fans of puppies. And always keep treats on deck.

We wanna open a space for the puppies we see on their morning walk. It will be a low-stakes, chill gathering for puppies (and their humans) to meet at A.R.T. for a welcoming morning with a cup of coffee for the early Saturday risers. Treats and cuddles for the dogs.

Just pop on by anytime between 8-9am. <3

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Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink &amp; Draw
Apr
6

Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink & Draw

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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Springtime Teatime Paint &amp; Sip for Kids / Taller Primaveral de Pintura para niños (ages/edades 8-14)
Apr
11

Springtime Teatime Paint & Sip for Kids / Taller Primaveral de Pintura para niños (ages/edades 8-14)

Join us for a springtime-themed Paint & Sip for kids set as a charming afternoon tea, where young artists ages 8–14 will paint floral scenes and sunny motifs while enjoying a cozy tea party atmosphere. All materials are provided, including canvases, paints, and brushes, so kids can focus on creating and having fun.

The elevated experience includes tea and juice plus a selection of sweet and savory snacks to make the session feel like a special celebration.

Celebrating the end of Spring Break, sign the young artist up!

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Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink &amp; Draw
Apr
13

Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink & Draw

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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Charlie's Chaos Art Club for Adults - A Space to Collectively Learn &amp; Practice Art
Apr
16

Charlie's Chaos Art Club for Adults - A Space to Collectively Learn & Practice Art

A low-stakes creativity accountability group in community.

Want a space to create in community either in collective liberation through art or parallel art creation in silence? This is it.

In a desire to slow down, disconnect from doom scrolling, and using art to connect, we will hold monthly cohort sessions where we will get to do any of the following (collectively decided):

Skillshare. Study art movements. Take art field trips. Bring in teachers.

SECOND SESSION: APRIL 16! BRING AN IDEA, A PROJECT, AN ART WISHLIST

WE WILL BE CHOOSING FUTURE CREATIVE ADULT FIELD TRIPS

We will be here creating - Drop In! (Free & Donation Based)

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Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink &amp; Draw
Apr
20

Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink & Draw

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)
Apr
22

ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)

Learn the basics of crochet! Practice and graduate to making the pattern of your choice! You’ll leave knowing how to pick your crochet needle, what gauge is, & how to make chains. After you’ve gotten the hand of it, we’ll guide you in picking a project to work on. Every time you come in, continue working on your project in a guided instructed environment.

This is an intergenerational biweekly crochet lesson that adapts to wherever you are in your learning process. Whether you have never held a crochet needle before or want to get some help in getting the right knot for your project.

SIGN UP BELOW or In-store. English y Español. $20

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Puff &amp; Paint Night - Pokémon Edition  (BYOB/C &amp; 21+)
Apr
24

Puff & Paint Night - Pokémon Edition (BYOB/C & 21+)

A Pokémon Chill Paint Night - Curated for relaxation & creative flow.

We provide all the materials, you just bring yourself and your favorite gardening materials and drink. In honor of the thrill of surprise offered by opening a card pack, we will have a blind box canvas trading time before settling in for a night of creativity in a cozy art space to relax in.

Bring the bestie or meet one here! Our aim is for this to feel like your living room, but one you can make art and not worry about the cleanup.

As always, expect surprises and treats from us, ART, to you, cuties. ;)

Buy a ticket below to save your spot!

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A.R.T. Fair - NYC artists and Creators selling originals, prints, stationery, Wearable Creations, &amp; more! FREE TO ATTEND
Apr
25

A.R.T. Fair - NYC artists and Creators selling originals, prints, stationery, Wearable Creations, & more! FREE TO ATTEND

Visit Jackson Heights’ artsy living room and shop from NYC artists and creators selling their original works, art prints, handcrafted goods, stationery, stickers, apparel, jewelry, and more all while having a fun time inside of A.R.T. Visit every vendor and you get 10% off your purchase with Art Retail Therapy.

Live DJ, light refreshments, food vendors! Come through for the shopping & enjoy the party.

This is the Queens version of an art fair - fun, creative, artist-informed!

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Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink &amp; Draw
Apr
27

Figure Drawing Mondays / Sesion de Dibujo con Modelo (JH’s Drink & Draw

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)
Apr
29

ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)

Learn the basics of crochet! Practice and graduate to making the pattern of your choice! You’ll leave knowing how to pick your crochet needle, what gauge is, & how to make chains. After you’ve gotten the hand of it, we’ll guide you in picking a project to work on. Every time you come in, continue working on your project in a guided instructed environment.

This is an intergenerational biweekly crochet lesson that adapts to wherever you are in your learning process. Whether you have never held a crochet needle before or want to get some help in getting the right knot for your project.

SIGN UP BELOW or In-store. English y Español. $20

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Cut Creators: Collage for Contemporary Times - Group Art Show Opening Party (Epicenter x ART), free
Apr
30

Cut Creators: Collage for Contemporary Times - Group Art Show Opening Party (Epicenter x ART), free

Cut Creators: Collage for Contemporary Times brings together a selection of collage-based works—ranging from DIY flyers and punk posters to propaganda addressing current events that highlight how people splice, remix, and subvert imagery to communicate urgent cultural and political messages.

This is the Opening Celebration for the group show. Free for all to attend!

Epicenter NYC and Art Retail Therapy invite you to submit original artworks for the exhibition. The artworks will be printed and displayed at Art Retail Therapy, and may also take the form of limited edition zine. Submissions should be in jpeg format and measure at least 8.5 x 11 inches at 72 dpi or larger. 

ART SUBMISSION LINK HERE

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DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo
Mar
30

DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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Puff &amp; Paint Night - My Neighbor Totoro (BYOB/C &amp; 21+)
Mar
28

Puff & Paint Night - My Neighbor Totoro (BYOB/C & 21+)

A Studio Ghibli Chill Paint Night - Curated for relaxation & creative flow.

We provide all the materials, you just bring yourself and your favorite gardening materials and drink. Guided by a design of the gentle giant animated icon, Totoro and friends. As always, flavored by your own creativity in a cozy art space to relax in.

Bring the bestie or meet one here! Our aim is for this to feel like your living room, but one you can make art and not worry about the cleanup.

As always, expect surprises and treats from us, ART, to you, cuties. ;)

Buy a ticket below to save your spot!

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DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo
Mar
23

DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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Charlie's Chaos Art Club for Adults - A Space to Collectively Learn &amp; Practice Art
Mar
19

Charlie's Chaos Art Club for Adults - A Space to Collectively Learn & Practice Art

A low-stakes creativity accountability group in community.

Ever want to learn about different artists, art mediums, movements, and more without the commitment to school? Want a space to create in community either in collective liberation through art or parallel art creation in silence? This is it.

In a desire to slow down, disconnect from doom scrolling, and using art to connect, we will hold monthly cohort sessions where we will get to do the following:

Skillshare. Study art movements. Take art field trips. Bring in teachers.

FIRST SESSION: MARCH 19! BRING AN IDEA, A PROJECT, AN ART WISHLIST

We will be here creating - Drop In! (Free & Donation Based)

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Queens Fiber Crafters Monthly Meetup / grupo de Arte Textil Mensual  - All ages / Todas Edades
Mar
18

Queens Fiber Crafters Monthly Meetup / grupo de Arte Textil Mensual - All ages / Todas Edades

Queens Fiber Crafters Monthly Meetup to Knit, Crochet, & More In Community

This is a monthly in-person gathering of fibers crafters of all types. Come together with a project and knit, sew, embroider, quilt, crochet, and more in a cozy neighborhood art space. Crafters of all ages can join. This is a BYO project space and not a class. However, with the collective years of wisdom, there is also a skill to share and a tip to learn.

We gather one evening a month to work on individual projects in a parallel environment.

You can sign up on meetup, calling 718-406-9444, or visiting A.R.T. at 84-26 37th Ave.

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ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)
Mar
18

ART Crochet Club! Beginner to Intermediate Friendly Workshop (7+)

Learn the basics of crochet! Practice and graduate to making the pattern of your choice! You’ll leave knowing how to pick your crochet needle, what gauge is, & how to make chains. After you’ve gotten the hand of it, we’ll guide you in picking a project to work on. Every time you come in, continue working on your project in a guided instructed environment.

This is an intergenerational biweekly crochet lesson that adapts to wherever you are in your learning process. Whether you have never held a crochet needle before or want to get some help in getting the right knot for your project.

English y Español. $20

SIGN UP BELOW or In-store

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DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo
Mar
16

DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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FREE ART CLASS - Papercraft: Build a multi-pocket File folder &amp; book (folding paper)
Mar
13

FREE ART CLASS - Papercraft: Build a multi-pocket File folder & book (folding paper)

Our resident Paper Royalty, Marc, will be guiding us on this paper folding masterclass.

Make a 2-n-1: Multi-Pocket Accordion File Folder & Book!

To hold your love notes, your breakup post-its, your stickers and trinkets. (see picture!)

Use some art materials, paper and decorations to keep the file folder as unique as you are! Come learn how to fold paper like a boss and make something functional and cute to use on a daily basis. All while being away from tikky tokky and in community.

To keep the free class as equitable as possible, we take reservations via the link below. Please note that due to the class being free, we reserve the right to open up your spot if you are not at A.R.T. by 7:30PM.

*If you’d like, in honor of free art programming, we will be collecting monetary donations to continue funding art for the neighborhood.*

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DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo
Mar
9

DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo
Mar
2

DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session / Sesion de Dibujo

Figure Drawing Session (w/ live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo en vivo), 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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Puff & Paint Snoopy Night - A Chill Paint Night To get relaxed and let the creativity flow - 21+ (BYOB/C)
Feb
28

Puff & Paint Snoopy Night - A Chill Paint Night To get relaxed and let the creativity flow - 21+ (BYOB/C)

A paint night as chill as Joe Cool himself.

We provide all the materials, you just bring yourself and your favorite gardening materials and drink. Guided by a design of the classic icon Snoopy and flavored by your own creativity.

Bring the bestie or meet one here! Our aim is for this to feel like your living room, but one you can make art and not worry about the cleanup.

As always, expect surprises and treats from us, ART, to you, cuties. ;)

Buy a ticket below to save your spot!

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Queens Fiber Crafters Monthly Meetup to Knit, Crochet, Sew, &amp; More In Community /  Reunion de Arte Textil Mensual para Tejer, Coser, Crochet, Bordar en Comunidad - All ages / Todas Edades
Feb
25

Queens Fiber Crafters Monthly Meetup to Knit, Crochet, Sew, & More In Community / Reunion de Arte Textil Mensual para Tejer, Coser, Crochet, Bordar en Comunidad - All ages / Todas Edades

This is a monthly in-person gathering of fibers crafters of all types. Come together with a project and knit, sew, embroider, quilt, crochet, and more in a cozy neighborhood art space. Crafters of all ages can join. This is a BYO project space and not a class. However, with the collective years of wisdom, there is also a skill to share and a tip to learn.

We gather one evening a month to work on individual projects in a parallel environment.

You can sign up on meetup, calling 718-406-9444, or visiting A.R.T. at 84-26 37th Ave.

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DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session (live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo Desnudo en vivo) Adult(x)s &amp; 14+
Feb
23

DRINK N DRAW: Figure Drawing Session (live model) / Sesion de Dibujo (con modelo Desnudo en vivo) Adult(x)s & 14+

Working from a live nude model, we move from short poses for sketches to long poses for complete, finished drawings. Whether you want to focus on drawing or are looking to develop your skills as a painter, figure drawing is the time-honored way to develop skills that impact many art practices.

Come sketch with us weekly on Mondays in a relaxed intimate art setting.

$20 per person/por persona - ticket below or on eventbrite or give us a call 718-406-9444

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Papercraft Workshop! Fold, Craft &amp; Vintage Stamp A Book Cover - FREE! / Taller de Doble de Papel! Envuelve y Decora Una Cubierta de Libro - Gratis!
Feb
20

Papercraft Workshop! Fold, Craft & Vintage Stamp A Book Cover - FREE! / Taller de Doble de Papel! Envuelve y Decora Una Cubierta de Libro - Gratis!

Bring a book, or buy one of our previously loved books (huge variety of titles) and learn how to fold paper from local artist and paper master, Marc B. to wrap a book in thick kraft paper.

Keep it safe in a bag, give your bookshelf an aesthetic, or decorate the perfect gift.

Use our collection of vintage stamps and art supplies to decorate your cover to personalize it.

To keep the free class as equitable as possible, we take reservations via the link below. Please note that due to the class being free, we reserve the right to open up your spot if you are not at A.R.T. by 7:30PM.

*If you’d like, in honor of free art programming, we will be collecting monetary donations to donate to local food pantry, Lion’s Share.*

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School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 2pm session
Feb
20

School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 2pm session

Join our teachers for a daily dose of art classes for the mid-winter recess. We will have morning (at 11 AM) and afternoon (2 PM) classes daily from February 16 through February 20, 2026.

11AM Session: Kids 4-13

2PM Session: Kids 6 - 13

We will have different fun daily programming created for shorter format classes where kids get to come in and spend their days off from school getting creative, staying away from screens, and getting to craft something from their own imagination. Includes all materials!

Kids aged 3 years old will be considered (space permitting) for 11am session as long as adult takes class with them.

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School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 11am session
Feb
20

School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 11am session

Join our teachers for a daily dose of art classes for the mid-winter recess. We will have morning (at 11 AM) and afternoon (2 PM) classes daily from February 16 through February 20, 2026.

11AM Session: Kids 4-13

2PM Session: Kids 6 - 13

We will have different fun daily programming created for shorter format classes where kids get to come in and spend their days off from school getting creative, staying away from screens, and getting to craft something from their own imagination. Includes all materials!

Kids aged 3 years old will be considered (space permitting) for 11am session as long as adult takes class with them.

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School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 2pm session
Feb
19

School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 2pm session

Join our teachers for a daily dose of art classes for the mid-winter recess. We will have morning (at 11 AM) and afternoon (2 PM) classes daily from February 16 through February 20, 2026.

11AM Session: Kids 4-13

2PM Session: Kids 6 - 13

We will have different fun daily programming created for shorter format classes where kids get to come in and spend their days off from school getting creative, staying away from screens, and getting to craft something from their own imagination. Includes all materials!

Kids aged 3 years old will be considered (space permitting) for 11am session as long as adult takes class with them.

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School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 11am session
Feb
19

School’s Out, come Make Art! Mid-Winter Recess Kids Art Classes - Daily 11am Sessions (Feb. 16 through Feb. 20) - 11am session

Join our teachers for a daily dose of art classes for the mid-winter recess. We will have morning (at 11 AM) and afternoon (2 PM) classes daily from February 16 through February 20, 2026.

11AM Session: Kids 4-13

2PM Session: Kids 6 - 13

We will have different fun daily programming created for shorter format classes where kids get to come in and spend their days off from school getting creative, staying away from screens, and getting to craft something from their own imagination. Includes all materials!

Kids aged 3 years old will be considered (space permitting) for 11am session as long as adult takes class with them.

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