CHESTER—This summer, the Community Art Garden is offering a colorful lineup of art classes and creative camps for families, teens, and adults at its studio on Main Street. Designed to nurture imagination and connection through hands-on experiences, the offerings will run from June through August and take place both indoors and outdoors, including near Cobleigh Field and the stream behind the studio.
The Make & Create classes will begin in June with sessions for all ages, teens and adults. Family classes will be held Thursday, June 26, and Saturday, June 28, from 10–11 a.m., offering a chance for kids and caregivers to create together. Teen Make & Create workshops (for ages 12–18) will take place on select Fridays throughout the summer. Adult sessions featuring monthly crafts and open-ended projects are in the works, with details to be posted on the Community Art Garden’s website: communityartgarden.com.
In addition to classes, the Community Art Garden is hosting four themed summer camps ($220-$250 per camp), each offering a three-day creative experience from Tuesday through Thursday at 287 Main St.
Nature Arts Camp (July 1–3) will combine outdoor fun with creative projects, including warm water felting, potion-making, flower pressing, and raft building. Campers will explore the nearby stream and use natural materials in their work.
Tree Forts & Fairy Houses (July 15–17) invites children to construct tiny homes for nature creatures using tree “cookies,” peg dolls, and foraged materials. This camp is ideal for kids who love tinkering outdoors.
The Dream House Design Camp (Aug. 5–7) provides each child with a full-size wooden IKEA dollhouse and a peg doll family. Campers will design their dream homes using paint, wallpaper, mosaic, and more—blending interior design and imagination into a lasting art piece.
Drama Arts Camp (Aug. 12–14) gives children a hands-on introduction to theater through puppet-making, mask creation, and even set design. Campers will have the option to write and perform a short show, all within a relaxed, play-based setting.
Each camp is designed for children ages 5–12 and emphasizes choice-based creativity. From mural painting to sensory tables and a “sensory kitchen,” the Community Art Garden fosters exploration and self-expression in a supportive environment.
For more information and updates on registration, visit: communityartgarden.com.
