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Every child deserves the chance to create, explore, and discover. Our flexible weekly registration makes it easy to fit After School Arts into your family's schedule, and because the program is free - including materials and a daily snack - children can enjoy enriching experiences that spark creativity, build confidence, and inspire lifelong curiosity! Each week includes art and a day of music-making.
When?
Classes run Tuesday-Thursday throughout the school year.
Three Sessions:
- Fall: September 22-November 12, 2026
- Winter: Jan 12-March 4, 2027
- Spring: March 16-May 6, 2027
Daily Schedule
Doors open at 3 pm for socialization and snacks. Students can arrive anytime 3-4 pm.
Instruction begins at 4 pm.
Pick up at 5:30 pm.
Please note
Frequent no call/no shows will result in the loss of your child’s spot in After School Arts.
Because space is limited and interest is high, attendance is expected.
Students with repeated no-call/no-show absences may lose their place in the program so another child may participate.
If your child is ill or unable to attend, please let us know by emailing education@hoytartcenter.org or calling 724-652-2882. Reported absences will not count against your child's attendance.
Next Fall Session
Magic Marbling & Power Lines
Create swirling marbled papers, then turn them into amazing cityscapes with power lines that seem to stretch forever! Discover how artists create the illusion of distance while experimenting with a mesmerizing printmaking technique.
Draw the Hoyt
Grab a sketchbook and head outside! Learn to draw the historic Hoyt buildings while discovering the fascinating story of the family who gave this special place to our community.
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Abstract Sculpture Challenge
Can you turn wire and fabric into a one-of-a-kind sculpture? Twist, bend, stretch, and paint your own colorful abstract artwork inspired by professional sculptors on exhibit at the Hoyt.
Draw with Wire
What if your drawing could jump right off the page? Sketch an everyday object, then transform it into a three-dimensional wire sculpture that brings your artwork to life.
3D Self-Portraits
Picture Day gets a creative twist! Build a freestanding self-portrait from paper using folds, curls, and layers to show off your personality in three dimensions.
Picasso Portrait Party
Roll the dice, mix up your features, and create a bold Cubist masterpiece inspired by Pablo Picasso. No two portraits will ever be the same!
Mixed Media Owls
Meet one of nature's coolest nighttime hunters! Layer paint, paper, pastels, and more to create a colorful owl bursting with texture and personality.
Design Your Own Duck Stamp
Think like a wildlife artist! Create a detailed duck illustration worthy of a collectible stamp while learning how art helps protect birds and wetlands.
Geometric Animal Paintings
Combine bold geometric designs with watercolor magic to create colorful animal portraits. Watch hidden white lines magically appear using a special wax-resist technique!
Ocean Art Lab
Paint glowing underwater scenes, sprinkle on salt to create incredible textures, and add colorful sea creatures to your own ocean masterpiece.
Giant Drawings
See the ordinary in an extraordinary way! Turn tiny everyday objects into giant black-and-white masterpieces while learning how artists create dramatic compositions with light and shadow.
String Mummies
Wrap, twist, and build your own adorable mummy sculpture while uncovering the fascinating history of ancient Egypt and the mysteries of mummification.
Paper Mâché Donuts
Create a larger-than-life donut complete with colorful frosting and sprinkles! Discover the surprising history of everyone's favorite sweet treat while learning fun sculpting techniques.
Ultimate Sandwich Collage
If you could build the world's greatest sandwich, what would be on it? Design a delicious (or delightfully weird!) mixed-media collage packed with your favorite ingredients.
Inspired by the Art of the Wish exhibition, glaze a ceramic bowl and fill it with messages of gratitude, hopes, and dreams for the future.
Wish Upon a Star Paintings
Create a glowing multimedia painting featuring a starry sky, glow-in-the-dark effects, and your biggest wish. Explore the science of stars and bioluminescence while making artwork that shines day and night.
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