Classes
CAS Kids: art
CAS Kids offers free arts-education to local children with weekly classes. Every Wednesday, children will experiment with drawing, painting, and mixed media while learning new techniques and expressing their unique imaginations. Education at CAS is rooted in historical context, with students learning about the practice and work of renowned artists through hands-on art making.
To register, please complete the release form below. Once submitted, kids can come to class on a drop-in basis. The minimum age to participate is 4 years old.
Instructor: Lizzie Wright
Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
October 29, 2025 - June 3, 2026
CAS Kids: Theatre
CAS Kids offers free arts-education to local children with weekly classes. Every Thursday, children will explore the performing arts through games, improvisation, and acting. They'll build confidence, spark imagination, and learn to work together while bringing stories to life.
To register, please complete the release form below. Once submitted, kids can come to class on a drop-in basis. The minimum age to participate is 4 years old.
Instructor: Jess Kaufman
Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm
October 30, 2025 - June 4, 2026
CAS Kids: Second Saturdays
Every second Saturday of the month, children will experiment with drawing, painting, and mixed media while learning new techniques and expressing their unique imaginations. Education at CAS is rooted in historical context, with students learning about the practice and work of renowned artists through hands-on art making. Free and open to all!
To register, please complete the release form below. Once submitted, kids can come to class on a drop-in basis. The minimum age to participate is 4 years old.
Instructor: Lizzie Wright
Every 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 - 11:30 am
November 8, 2025, December 13, 2025, January 10, 2026, February 14, 2026, March 14, 2026, April 11, 2026, May 9, 2026, June 13, 2026
CAS KIDS Summer: ART FOR Teens
CAS Kids offers free arts-education to local children with art classes. Education at CAS is rooted in historical context, with students learning about the practice and work of renowned artists through making art. Free and open teens aged 13 and up. Please complete the release form below, once registered teens can drop in day-to-day.
Instructor: Lizzie Wright
Monday - Thursday, 10:45 - 11:45am
June 30 - August 21
CAS KIDS Summer: ART FOR Ages 4-12
CAS Kids offers free arts-education to local children with art classes. Education at CAS is rooted in historical context, with students learning about the practice and work of renowned artists through making art. Free and open children 4 - 12 years old. Please complete the release form below, once registered kids can drop in day-to-day.
Instructor: Lizzie Wright
Monday - Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30am
June 30 - August 21
CAS KIDS: SATURDAY am art
CAS Kids offers free arts-education to local children with art classes on Saturday mornings. Education at CAS is rooted in historical context, with students learning about the practice and work of renowned artists through making art. Free and open children 4 - teens. Once registered, kids can drop in week-to-week. Email info@catskillartspace.org to register.
Instructor: Nicole Lattuca
Saturdays, 10 - 11:30am
June 14 - August 23
CAS KIDS: PARENTS in THE AVANT garde
Parents in the Avant Garde (PAG) is a creative arts program designed by artists Nicole Lattuca and Matthew Mottel to inspire families to explore the arts together in fun and unexpected ways. Through hands-on activities, music, and community projects, PAG brings together art, education, and play. From making music using colorful graphic scores drawn by kids, to creating nature-based art, to showcasing work on geodesic domes in public spaces—PAG offers unique experiences that spark imagination for all ages. Our goal is to make creativity accessible, inclusive, and part of everyday life in diverse communities. Join us in rethinking what art can be—for parents, kids, and everyone in between. Free and open to all children of all ages.
Instructor: Nicole Lattuca and Matthew Mottel
Sundays, 10 - 11am
June 1 - August 24
CAS KIDS: AFTER SCHOOL ART CLASSES
NO CLASSES ON MAY 1 + 22.
CAS Kids offers free arts-education to local children with art classes after school. Education at CAS is rooted in historical context, with students learning about the practice and work of renowned artists through making art. Free and open children 4 - teens. Once registered, kids can drop in week-to-week. Email info@catskillartspace.org to register.
Instructor: Heather Lockwood
Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:15pm
Ongoing
CAS KIDS: YOGA
CAS Kids yoga provides accessible and age appropriate instruction to breathing techniques, yoga poses and mindfulness. Yoga enhances focus, comprehension, posture, bodily awareness and balance. Free and open to children 4-10 years old. Once registered, kids can drop in week-to-week. Email info@catskillartspace.org to register.
Instructor: Rachel Dilworth
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:15pm
Ongoing
CAS KIDS: Theatre
Children will play theater games, improvise, rehearse and perform short stories, and have a lot of fun! The class focuses on building confidence, developing social emotional skills, and practicing teamwork. No theater experience needed, just come ready to play! Free and open to children 4-12 years old. Once registered, kids can drop in week-to-week. Email info@catskillartspace.org to register.
Instructor: Jess Kaufman
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 4:15pm
Ongoing