From researchers to early childhood experts, the compelling news about our children’s earliest years is very simple: PLAY WORKS . . . and our kids don’t get enough!
Through a balance of guided and unstructured play activities, ArtsCetera offers parents a chance to slow down and engage in the transformative experience of their children’s earliest learning. From an infant’s delighted crowing in music class to a toddler’s first messy art extravaganza, immersing children in a fun, total arts experience is what we are all about.
ArtsCetera’s play-based approach means your children have a great time developing critical skills and learning how to learn. It is the focus on play, not maintaining a busy schedule, that experts say most helps children thrive creatively, intellectually and socially in ways that benefit them now and for a lifetime.
And, rather than just entertain young children, our programs are designed to stimulate and encourage curiosity, participation and discovery, respecting the learning styles of the very young, while providing a creative environment that also engages adults. Along with providing arts programming, our studio has grown to be a place for families to network, socialize and nurture friendships.
INTRODUCINGArtsCetera
atHome!
In addition to our usual studio classes we are now offering to bring our music and art classes directly to you. Begin anytime! All you need is some space in your home or apartment building and a core group of interested friends. We’ll make sure you and your children get the magical, creative experiences that ArtsCetera is known for. ArtsCetera at Home offers lower tuition costs and can be adapted to the needs of your group.
Associate
Programs are classes for kids and adults that complement ArtsCetera's
own offerings. The Associate Programs page will provide you with
information on:
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Our
Smith Street studio is available for rehearsals and meetings.
We welcome programs that might best help us serve our community,
and support creative exchange for all ages. Contact
us for information on hourly space rental.
"Our two-year-old adores her ArtsCetera class. It is the one thing we
don't have to coax her to get out the door for. She loves the music, she
loves the art, she just finds joy there. This is why we love ArtsCetera
also! We highly recommend this sweet, creative, fun place." [J & C, 2012]
ArtsCetera
has again received a 5-star "extraordinary"
rating as a parent pick in the New York lilaguide --
"by Parents for Parent's" (www.lilaguide.com).