Join artist & educator Nikki Romanello for six guided workshops that blend science with creative experimentation in a relaxed, inclusive space. Each class explores a different medium in the exciting new field of BioArt and includes a side deck and hands-on experimentation.

Sept. 8: Kombucha Paper.

Sept. 15: Sculpting with Mycelium.

Sept. 22: Designing with Slime Mold.

Sept. 29: Casting with Agar.

Oct. 6: Painting with Bioluminescence.

Oct. 13: Owl Pellets & Terrariums

Nikki Romanello is a BioArt instructor at Genspace in Brooklyn and teaches art workshops at various libraries and schools. She owns and operates a welding shop where she custom fabricates metal structures and hardware for Poster House NYC. www.nikkiromanello.com

Class size limited to 10.

Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $45 supply fee

Do you have a child bursting with creative ideas? Always asking for some random material to make something with? This class is for them! Exploratory art is an educational and creative approach that prioritizes the process of making art over the final product. It emphasizes experimentation, and personal expression, allowing artists to test different materials, textures, and ideas without the pressure of achieving a "perfect" masterpiece.

Each week offers new materials to explore that expands creativity, fine motor skills, and artistic confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Students will also be introduced to famous artists, and their work and stories.

Corrie Guddemi is an experienced artist and arts educator with a BFA in Illustration from Syracuse University and additional fine arts study in Florence, Italy. She has taught children from preschool through young adulthood, including individualized instruction for autistic students (Pre-K–21). Her experience includes preschool and exploratory art, teaching artist roles, and youth advocacy. Corrie creates warm, engaging, inclusive classes that foster creativity, confidence, and self-expression.

Class size limited to 10.

Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee

Do you have a child bursting with creative ideas? Always asking for some random material to make something with? This class is for them! Exploratory art is an educational and creative approach that prioritizes the process of making art over the final product. It emphasizes experimentation, and personal expression, allowing artists to test different materials, textures, and ideas without the pressure of achieving a "perfect" masterpiece.

Each week offers new materials to explore that expands creativity, fine motor skills, and artistic confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Students will also be introduced to famous artists, and their work and stories.

Corrie Guddemi is an experienced artist and arts educator with a BFA in Illustration from Syracuse University and additional fine arts study in Florence, Italy. She has taught children from preschool through young adulthood, including individualized instruction for autistic students (Pre-K–21). Her experience includes preschool and exploratory art, teaching artist roles, and youth advocacy. Corrie creates warm, engaging, inclusive classes that foster creativity, confidence, and self-expression.

Class size limited to 10.

Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee

Wild Stories is a Creative Writing workshop designed and taught by Essra Paddock to help young writers discover their unique voices through imagination, storytelling, music, and community. Essra helps students explore the building blocks of story, theme and dialogue, while creating their own original writing. Students will experiment with writing prompts, story cubes, music for inspiration, editing practice, and occasional collaborations on stories that grow from one writer to another. This workshop focuses on creativity and the joy of storytelling. Writers of all experience levels are welcome in this supportive and encouraging environment.

Writing expectations will meet each child where they are. Students will learn editing and revision skills but the primary focus is on fostering imagination, confidence, and a lifelong love of writing.

Essra Paddock is a writer, creativity facilitator, lover of books and mom of 4. She holds a BA in Cultural Studies with a Concentration in Creative Writing. Essra has over 10 years of experience working with children, helping young writers build their confidence, explore their creativity, imagination and discover the joy of storytelling.

Class size limited to 10. Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee.

Ready to turn a ball of yarn into something amazing? In this fun and hands-on crochet workshop, homeschoolers ages 8 and up will learn the basics of crochet in a relaxed, encouraging environment. We'll explore different types of yarn, practice the essential beginner stitches, learn how to read simple patterns, and discover the tools every crocheter needs. As students' skills grow each week, they will create beginner-friendly projects while building creativity, confidence, patience, and plenty of, "I made that!" moments. No experience is necessary–just bring your curiosity and get ready to get hooked!

Christina LeBar is an artist, homeschooling mom, and teaching artist with Wickham Works who has been hooked on crochet for as long as she can remember. She has called Warwick home for 11 years and spent the past five sharing her love of crochet through workshops for all ages, helping students discover the joy of creating with yarn.

Class size limited to 10. Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee.

Children build and explore stories together through imaginative play, movement, and guided games. This class supports communication, creativity, and perspective-taking while encouraging kids to share ideas and collaborate in a playful, low-pressure environment.

Kristin Hammond is an Expressive Arts Facilitator and Social-Emotional Development Coach who blends theater, mindfulness, and child development to create engaging, growth-centered experiences for children. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theater and a Certificate in Early Childhood Education, pairing creative expertise with a deep understanding of how children learn, regulate, and connect.

https://www.centeredstagenj.com/

Class size limited to 10. Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee.

In this series of six workshops we will alternate Children's Yoga taught by Wendy Ferraro one week, with Tai Chi and Breathwork taught by Daniel Villegas the next.

Yoga: Using props, games and stories, Wendy Ferraro introduces her love of yoga to children, helping them regulate emotions, strengthen their bodies, and get energy out!

Wendy Ferraro is a licensed Kids Yoga Instructor and Certified Forest School Teacher, with 20+ years experience working with kids in Waldorf and Reggio Educational settings. As a homeschooler, she enjoys passing her love of yoga to children.

Tai Chi & Breathwork: Children will discover the power of mindful movement and breath in this one-hour introductory workshop with Daniel Villegas. Blending elements of Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and martial arts, participants will learn simple flowing movements and breathing techniques that promote balance, focus, relaxation, and body awareness. Designed for all experience levels, this class encourages participants to cultivate discipline, reduce stress, and connect mind and body by being fully present in the moment.

Daniel Villegas is an experienced teaching artist, performer, and poet with more than 20 years of experience inspiring children and young people through the arts. He holds a B.A. in Theater from SUNY New Paltz and has dedicated more than 3,000 volunteer hours to youth empowerment. He has led workshops in schools throughout the Hudson Valley, including the Warwick Valley and Tuxedo school districts, and has taught with Wickham Works and the Dulce Esperanza Summer Arts Enrichment Program since 2021. His engaging, supportive teaching style combines mindful movement, breathwork, and creative arts to help children develop focus, resilience, and confidence.

Class size limited to 10. Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee.

In Experimental Sculpture: Storytelling Through Mexican Folk Art, artist and educator Nicole Hixon helps students explore 3-D experimental sculpture and the vibrant world of Mexican folk art through the creation of their own Alebrije–imaginary creatures that combine animals, fantasy and personal storytelling. Inspired by the work of Mexican artists Pedro Linares, students will learn about the history of Alebrijes while developing skills in drawing, armature building, papier-mache, pattern design, and creative problem solving. Throughout the workshops, students will transform their ideas from sketchbook concepts into colorful three dimensional sculptures, encouraging imagination, cultural appreciation, and perseverance through the creative process.

Nicole Hixon is a sculptor and public artist whose work explores identity, community, and environmental stewardship though both recycled materials and living sculpture. She has served as the Village of Warwick Artist in Residence, 2025, and as a Teaching Artist with Wickham Works' Dulce Esperanza program since 2024. Nicole brings a hands-on community-centered approach to teaching, encouraging experimentation, and confidence through art-making.

Class size limited to 10. Cost of 6 classes: $150 plus $30 supply fee.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.

Must have one child registered at full price to be eligible.