Youth Art Classes in Traverse City

CTAC-TC offers year-round classes for grades K-12, including after school classes and summer camps. Please note, some adult art classes also welcome high school students.

 

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Preschool Process Art (Jan. 6)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, January 06 - Monday, January 06

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Youth Sewing for Grades 3-6 (January, 2:30-4pm)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, January 06 - Monday, January 27

Time
Mondays, 2:30pm-4pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

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Create fun projects and learn to sew by hand and machine with confidence.

Youth Sewing for Grades 3-6 (January, 4:15-5:45pm)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, January 06 - Monday, January 27

Time
Mondays, 4:15pm-5:45pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

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Create fun projects and learn to sew by hand and machine with confidence.

Kids' Art Explorers for Grades K-2 With Alyssa Jordan (January)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Tuesday, January 07 - Tuesday, January 28

Time
Tuesdays, 4:15pm-5:30pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Age Range

-

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Kids will explore new art tools & techniques each week!

Preschool Process Art (Jan. 9)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 09 - Thursday, January 09

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Design Your Own Stuffed Animal: Winter Wonderland Creatures (Grades 3-5) - With Alyssa Jordan

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 09 - Thursday, January 30

Time
Thursdays, 4:15pm-5:15pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 5th grade
Age Range

-

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Design and make a soft, huggable winter wonderland stuffie in this easy sewing class.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Jan. 9)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 09 - Thursday, January 09

Time
Thursday, 5:30pm–6:30pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

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Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

FREE Family Drop-In Art (Jan. 11)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, January 11 - Saturday, January 11

Time
Saturday, 10am-12pm
Grade Range
Preschool - Adult
Age Range

- no maximum age

Stop by anytime from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a free, fun art activity for families and all ages.

Preschool Process Art (Jan. 13)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, January 13 - Monday, January 13

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Expressive Mixed Media Canvas Trio (Grades 6-12) With Amber Coulter

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, January 13 - Monday, February 03

Time
Mondays, 4pm-5:30pm
Grade Range
6th grade - 12th grade
Age Range

-

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Let your creativity flourish through playful mixed media experimentation and collage techniques.

High School Portfolio Prep with Royce Deans (Traverse City, Winter 2025)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Wednesday, January 15 - Wednesday, April 30

Time
Wednesdays, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grade Range
8th grade - 12th grade
Age Range

-

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Build a competitive art portfolio and take the next step to achieve your creative goals.

Preschool Process Art (Jan. 16)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 16 - Thursday, January 16

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Drawing, Painting & Printmaking Fundamentals (Grades 5-9) With Royce Deans

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 16 - Thursday, February 06

Time
Thursdays, 4pm-5:30pm
Grade Range
5th grade - 9th grade
Age Range

-

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Learn all you need to get started drawing, painting, and making unique prints!

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Jan. 16)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 16 - Thursday, January 16

Time
Thursday, 5:30pm–6:30pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

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Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

The Art of Comics (Grades 8-12) with Hal Papcun

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, January 18 - Saturday, January 18

Time
Saturday, 10am-1pm
Grade Range
8th grade - 12th grade
Age Range

-

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Create fun new comics and learn what makes a great cartoon or comic strip!

Preschool Process Art (Jan. 23)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 23 - Thursday, January 23

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Jan. 23)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 23 - Thursday, January 23

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

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Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Drawing For Those Who Think They Can't - With Richie Gunn (Jan. 25)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, January 25 - Saturday, January 25

Time
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Grade Range
1st grade - Adult
Age Range

-

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Discover the limitless fun of beginner drawing! Each month offers a new theme.

Preschool Process Art (Jan. 27)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, January 27 - Monday, January 27

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Preschool Process Art (Jan. 30)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 30 - Thursday, January 30

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Jan. 30)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, January 30 - Thursday, January 30

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

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Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Intro to Realistic Colored Pencil Drawing - Samantha Hall

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, February 01 - Saturday, February 01

Time
Saturday, 10am–3pm
Grade Range
12th grade - Adult
Age Range

16 - no maximum age

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Learn to design & color with amazingly realistic results with professional tools & techniques.

Preschool Process Art (Feb. 3)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, February 03 - Monday, February 03

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Youth Sewing for Grades 3-6 (February, 2:30-4pm)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, February 03 - Monday, February 24

Time
Mondays, 2:30pm-4pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

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Create fun projects and learn to sew by hand and machine with confidence.

Youth Sewing for Grades 3-6 (February, 4:15-5:45pm)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, February 03 - Monday, February 24

Time
Mondays, 4:15-5:45pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

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Create fun projects and learn to sew by hand and machine with confidence.

Having Fun With Watercolors: Basics - With Janet Oliver

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Tuesday, February 04 - Tuesday, February 04

Time
Tuesday, 1pm-3:30pm
Grade Range
12th grade - Adult
Age Range

16 - no maximum age

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Learn beginner foundations so you can start painting with watercolor.

Kids' Art Explorers for Grades K-2 With Alyssa Jordan (February)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Tuesday, February 04 - Tuesday, February 25

Time
Tuesdays, 4:15pm-5:30pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Age Range

-

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Kids will explore new art tools & techniques each week!

Preschool Process Art (Feb. 6)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 06 - Thursday, February 06

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Design Your Own Stuffed Animal: Magical Fairytale Creatures (Grades 3-5) - With Alyssa Jordan

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 06 - Thursday, February 27

Time
Thursdays, 4:15pm-5:15pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 5th grade
Age Range

-

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Design and make a soft, huggable fantastical stuffie in this easy sewing class.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Feb. 6)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 06 - Thursday, February 06

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

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Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Jewelry / Metalworking: Beach Stone Ring or Pendant (Levels 1 & 2) With Janet Ryan

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, February 08 - Saturday, February 08

Time
Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Grade Range
12th grade - Adult
Age Range

17 - no maximum age

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Create a one-of-a-kind sterling silver ring or pendant with a Lake Michigan beach stone.

FREE Family Drop-In Art (Feb. 8)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, February 08 - Saturday, February 08

Time
Saturday, 10am-12pm
Grade Range
Preschool - Adult
Age Range

- no maximum age

Stop by anytime from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a free, fun art activity for families and all ages.

Preschool Process Art (Feb. 10)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, February 10 - Monday, February 10

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Having Fun with Watercolors: The Wonderful, Watercolor World of Color - With Janet Oliver

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Tuesday, February 11 - Tuesday, February 11

Time
Tuesday, 1:00 – 3:30PM
Grade Range
12th grade - Adult
Age Range

16 - no maximum age

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Learn beginner color mixing and make beautiful color combinations with watercolors.

Preschool Process Art (Feb. 13)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 13 - Thursday, February 13

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Feb. 13)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 13 - Thursday, February 13

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Drawing For Those Who Think They Can't - With Richie Gunn (Feb. 15)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, February 15 - Saturday, February 15

Time
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Grade Range
1st grade - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Discover the limitless fun of beginner drawing! Each month offers a new theme.

Preschool Process Art (Feb. 17)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, February 17 - Monday, February 17

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Having Fun with Watercolors: Achieving the Right Perspective - With Janet Oliver

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Tuesday, February 18 - Tuesday, February 18

Time
Tuesday, 1pm-3:30pm
Grade Range
12th grade - Adult
Age Range

16 - no maximum age

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Enhance the three-dimensionality of your paintings by learning all about perspective.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Feb. 20)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 20 - Thursday, February 20

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

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Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Fused Glass Wind Chimes - With Susan Smith

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, February 22 - Saturday, February 22

Time
Saturday, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Grade Range
7th grade - Adult
Age Range

12 - no maximum age

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Add colorful whimsy to your yard or window with light-catching wind chimes.

Fused Glass Garden Stake - With Susan Smith

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, February 22 - Saturday, February 22

Time
Saturday, 9:30am-12pm
Grade Range
7th grade - Adult
Age Range

12 - no maximum age

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Add colorful whimsy to your garden with a light-catching bird or fish design.

Preschool Process Art (Feb. 27)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 27 - Thursday, February 27

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Illustrated Animal & Pet Portraits - With Michael Novak

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 27 - Thursday, March 20

Time
Thursdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Grade Range
9th grade - Adult
Age Range

14 - no maximum age

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Create a portrait of your favorite pet (or animal) using drawing and painting techniques.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Feb. 27)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, February 27 - Thursday, February 27

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Jewelry / Metalworking: Silver Russian Wedding Ring - With Janet Ryan

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, March 01 - Saturday, March 01

Time
Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Grade Range
12th grade - Adult
Age Range

17 - no maximum age

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Learn how to work with silver by creating a sterling silver interlocking three-banded ring.

Preschool Process Art (Mar. 3)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, March 03 - Monday, March 03

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Youth Sewing for Grades 3-6 (March, 2:30-4pm)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, March 03 - Monday, March 31

Time
Mondays, 2:30pm-4pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

Register by
Create fun projects and learn to sew by hand and machine with confidence.

Youth Sewing for Grades 3-6 (March, 4:15-5:45pm)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, March 03 - Monday, March 31

Time
Mondays, 4:15-5:45pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

Register by
Create fun projects and learn to sew by hand and machine with confidence.

Mindful Mixed Media Painting for Youth (Grades 3-6) With Kristy Kurjan

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, March 03 - Monday, March 17

Time
Mondays, 4:15pm-5:45pm
Grade Range
3rd grade - 6th grade
Age Range

-

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Create unique mixed media art that will inspire and motivate you to feel good about your creativity!

Kids' Art Explorers for Grades K-2 With Alyssa Jordan (March)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Tuesday, March 04 - Tuesday, March 18

Time
Tuesdays, 4:15pm-5:30pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Age Range

-

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Kids will explore new art tools & techniques each week!

Preschool Process Art (Mar. 6)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, March 06 - Thursday, March 06

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Mar. 6)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, March 06 - Thursday, March 06

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

FREE Family Drop-In Art (Mar. 8)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, March 08 - Saturday, March 08

Time
Saturday, 10am-12pm
Grade Range
Preschool - Adult
Age Range

- no maximum age

Stop by anytime from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a free, fun art activity for families and all ages.

Preschool Process Art (Mar. 10)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, March 10 - Monday, March 10

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Preschool Process Art (Mar. 13)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, March 13 - Thursday, March 13

Time
Thursday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Mar. 13)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, March 13 - Thursday, March 13

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!

Drawing For Those Who Think They Can't - With Richie Gunn (Mar. 15)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, March 15 - Saturday, March 15

Time
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Grade Range
1st grade - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Discover the limitless fun of beginner drawing! Each month offers a new theme.

Fused Glass Plant Stake Six Pack - With Susan Smith

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, March 15 - Saturday, March 15

Time
Saturday, 10am-12pm
Grade Range
7th grade - Adult
Age Range

12 - no maximum age

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Identify your plants, cheeses & more with small decorative stakes, all your own design!

Fused Glass Explorations 1: Working With Scraps - With Susan Smith

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Saturday, March 15 - Saturday, March 15

Time
Saturday, 12:30pm-3:30pm
Grade Range
10th grade - Adult
Age Range

15 - no maximum age

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Have fun with the freedom exploring new fused glass techniques - the possibilities are endless!

Preschool Process Art (Mar. 17)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Monday, March 17 - Monday, March 17

Time
Monday, 9:30am–10:30am
Grade Range
Preschool - Preschool
Age Range

-

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Preschoolers and their grown-ups can drop in for hands-on activities, Mondays & Thursdays.

Art Able: Art for All Abilities & Ages (Mar. 20)

Presented by
CTAC Traverse City

Thursday, March 20 - Thursday, March 20

Time
Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade Range
Kindergarten - Adult
Age Range

-

Register by
Drop in at our art program designed for people with disabilities and their families and friends!