Youth Art Classes

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR 2025 CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMPS!

SPANISH STORYTIME & CRAFTS

TUESDAYS

May 6, 13
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

INSTRUCTOR: Mili Mendola

AGES: up to 4 years old + parent

Come to toddler “Mami y yo” (Mommy and Me) time, geared toward families of young children up to age 4 who will enjoy being introduced to the Spanish language through story time, singing, and a fun art activity.

This will be a great chance to get to spend quality time with your child, and learn a new language at the same time! Win, win fun!

All children have the ability to learn multiple languages, even children with delayed development or with different abilities.

Please be sure your child has a smock or clothing that is appropriate for using around paint and glue.

All materials provided, including special clay specific for sculptures.

COST: $12 per session

BEASTS OF PREY with Jekyll Island Conservation

FREE EVENT!
Saturday, May 17
3:00 - 5:00p.m.

AGES: 0-100!

Interpretive Naturalist Ayron Moleen will bring to GVA some of the most interesting and misunderstood wildlife on the Georgia coast: our predators. 

Learn about the power and misconceptions surrounding reptiles of the Golden Isles, what to do if you run into one, and details about the extensive research Jekyll Island Authority has done with these unique endemic animals.

Art projects for the kids are included.

COST: FREE

PUPPETRY CONSTRUCTION for KIDS

THURSDAYS
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Drop-In: May 8, 22, 29

AGES: recommended for 5-10 year olds

INSTRUCTOR: Ann Lochstampfor

Our Puppetry Building Workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore the world of Puppetry Arts.

During each session, students will build a puppet - they will; learn the art of creating characters, design the puppets' personality and features, and bring their puppet to life with movement.

We provide all the materials, tools and expert guidance they need to bring their character to life! They just need to bring their imagination!

COST: $60 GVA Member / $65 Non-Member
3 weeks per series

No experience required. All materials included.

KIDS POTTERY HANDBUILDING

Saturday, June 7
10:00 - 11:30a.m.

AGES: recommended for 8-12 year olds

INSTRUCTOR: Grace Graham

MEDIUM: Clay

Students make their own themed game board and the pieces to play it. Grace is a Glynn County Schools educator and accomplished potter. She will teach handbuilding skills while promoting self-expression.

COST: $35 GVA Member / $40 Non-Member

No experience required. All materials included.