Youth Education

Classes & Workshops

From the visual arts classes and craft workshops, to drama, we pride ourselves in having talented and enthusiastic teachers who set a creative and age appropriate atmosphere. Some classes are sponsored by the Arts Council, others are offered by independent teachers and organizations. All promise to stretch your imagination and inspire creativity.

Upcoming Classes

KIDS WORKSHOP: Spring Art Celebration

Saturday, April 18 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Spring Art Celebration with Abrakadoodle! Let your imagination guide you as you celebrate the magic of spring! Sculpt a nest with eggs on a dreamy background inspired by the style of Rene Magritte! Embrace the joy of exploring new art materials and have fun while you let your creativity bloom!

KIDS WORKSHOP: Earth Day Art Celebration

Saturday, April 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Earth Day Art Celebration with Abrakadoodle! Dig into creativity as we explore the amazing layers of soil beneath our feet! From rich topsoil to rocky bedrock, learn how each layer helps plants grow and keeps our planet healthy. Join us to paint and create your own colorful soil layer art to celebrate the earth we all share!

KIDS WORKSHOP: Cinco de Mayo Celebration

KIDS WORKSHOP: Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Saturday, May 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Cinco de Mayo Celebration with Abrakadoodle!Join us to celebrate the colorful world of Mexican culture! Paint a bright and cheerful Metepec Sun inspired by Mexican folk art. The sun is a special symbol that radiates positive energy and brings good luck. Get ready to paint and let your creativity shine!

KIDS WORKSHOP: Mother’s Day Art Celebration

Saturday, May 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Have fun while we celebrate this special day! Share your creativity as we make a beautiful portrait of your mom or anyone who’s special to you. We’ll color, roll, pinch and pull clay, adding bright and colorful touches to show your love!

KIDS SUMMER CAMP: Art That Pops!

Monday, June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Art Camp Description:

Get ready for a creative adventure where art jumps off the page! Students will explore creative art projects that sparkle, spin, pop and glow. We will create anaglyph images, design a rocket lava lamp, draw on expanding sponges and create monsters that pop right out of our imagination! Plus, we’ll paint our own neon light signs and spin paper toys that transform into dazzling designs right before our eyes. We will have fun from the beginning to the end, inspired by Op artist Olimpia Zagnoli, Neo-Folk artist Kristin Farr, Lothar Meggendorfer famous for his pop-up books and Kasing […]

KIDS SUMMER CAMP: Young Artist Studio

Monday, July 6 @ 9:00 am - Friday, July 17 @ 1:00 pm

Young Artist Studio Camp is a hands-on, creativity-filled experience designed for young artists to explore a wide variety of materials, techniques, and artistic styles in a supportive studio environment. Campers will experiment with drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and more while learning foundational art concepts such as color theory, texture, composition, and creative problem-solving.

KIDS SUMMER CAMP: Young Artist Studio

Monday, July 6 @ 9:00 am - Friday, July 17 @ 1:00 pm

Young Artist Studio Camp is a hands-on, creativity-filled experience designed for young artists to explore a wide variety of materials, techniques, and artistic styles in a supportive studio environment. Campers will experiment with drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and more while learning foundational art concepts such as color theory, texture, composition, and creative problem-solving.

KIDS SUMMER CAMP: Super-Tastic Cartoons (Morning Session)

Monday, July 13 @ 9:00 am - Friday, July 17 @ 12:00 pm

From superheroes to super-pets, we will turn our doodles into cartoons. Improve your skills and learn new ones while you create a comic strip, a graphic novel or a single-panel comic!

KIDS SUMMER CAMP: Super-Tastic Cartoons (Afternoon Session)

Monday, July 13 @ 9:00 am - Friday, July 17 @ 12:00 pm

Improve your skills and learn new ones while you create a comic strip, a graphic novel or a single-panel comic!

KIDS SUMMER CAMP: Junior Visual Arts

Monday, July 20 @ 9:00 am - Friday, July 24 @ 12:00 pm

This camp is designed to ignite your creativity and passion for the arts through a series of engaging art projects. Each day will be a new adventure as we explore various techniques, styles, and mediums.

Class Registration

Classes fill quickly, so avoid disappointment by registering early. Classes must be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met two weeks prior to class start. Payment in full is required to reserve your space. You will receive confirmation via email one week prior to the beginning of class. You may register and pay online, by phone, or in person at the Carroll Arts Center.

Cancellations & Refunds

If CCAC cancels a class due to insufficient enrollment, a full refund will be given. For cancellations made by the student, a refund may be granted minus a processing fee. Cancellations must be requested at least 14 days prior to the start of class. If a cancellation is requested after that, a refund may be granted at the discretion of CCAC staff. No refunds are given for missed classes or early withdrawal. If a class is cancelled due to weather, parents will be contacted by email and/or phone and a make-up class will be scheduled by the instructor.

The CCAC has full discretion over registration.

Discounts & Scholarships

All classes and camps offer a discount for current CCAC Members, Corporate Member employees and Arts Alliance Members. For more information on becoming a member, please visit our Membership Page.

Children under 18 who are in need of financial aid to enroll in a class, camp or children’s theatre troupe are eligible for assistance through the Tom Holder Memorial Scholarship Fund. Priority is given to students from households with combined income of under $75,000. Contact info@carrollcountyartscouncil.org with questions.  Visit the Scholarships page to download an application.

Discounts & Scholarships

All classes and camps offer a discount for current CCAC Members, Corporate Member employees and Arts Alliance Members. For more information on becoming a member, please visit our Membership Page.

Full and partial scholarships are available for children under 18 who are in need of financial aid to enroll in a class, camp or the children’s theatre troupe through the Tom Holder Memorial Scholarship Fund. Scholarship application form.