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SKETCHING STORIES

Storytime & Art Classes for Early Learners

SPONSORED BY

Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company

Art Studio

Sketching Stories, offered by the Arts Council of York County, is designed to introduce

pre-kindergarten children to the world of arts and literature. This class is specifically created to develop children's skills through storytelling and hands-on art activities.

CENTER FOR THE ARTS | 121 E. Main St. | Rock Hill, SC 29730

All classes are held in the Edmund D. Lewandowski Classroom unless otherwise noted.

BOX OFFICE

Online | yorkcountyarts.org

By phone | (803) 328-2787

In person | Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill, SC 29730

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ABOUT SKETCHING STORIES

Each session begins with a read-along story led by a visiting librarian from the York County Library, free for the public. Following the story, students will engage in activities that stimulate both their creative minds and developmental abilities. The class concludes with an art project inspired by that month's story, allowing children to explore their artistic talents and bring the tale to life through their own creations.

DETAILS

  • Classes are offered the 4th Saturdays

  • 10 AM - 11 AM

  • Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill, SC

    • PARKING

      • Wells Fargo Parking Lot​

      • On-street parking along E. Main St.

      • Parking Garages on E. Black St. and Elizabeth Ln.

REFUND POLICY​

Tickets are refundable up to 2 weeks in advance of a class.

Missed classes are non-refundable.

Tickets are not transferrable between classes or sessions of each class.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Age Groups |  All children are welcome. Art projects are geared towards 3 - 4-year olds.

  • Parental Attendance | Parents must be in attendance with their child during the class.

  • Art Class Size | ​Limited to 10 students to ensure a quality experience for each participant.

  • Cost

    • Storytime | FREE

    • ​Art Class | $10 per participating student

  • Pre-registration | ​Required to reserve your seat.

Art Class
Reading Together

PARTNERSHIP

The Arts Council of York County is proud to partner with the

York County Library to provide this experience to our community.

 

By combining literature and art, we aim to cultivate a love for both in young children while supporting their overall development.

ART CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
Classes
CALL FOR TEACHERS
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SOLD OUT | Fine Art Fossils

Devann Gardner

With

Saturday, September 28, 2024

DATE |

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

TIME  |

Sculpting & Printing Project | Impressions 

Inspired by Amy Newbold’s stories, If Da Vinci Painted a Dinosaur, little artists will learn about artist Leonardo da Vinci in a read-along with a librarian and participate in a dino-based activity. The sculpting project to follow will allow artists to make fossils from dino-impression in clay.

If Da Vinci Painted a Dinosaur by Amy Newbold

BOOK  |

PRICE

$10

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Paper Mosaics

Devann Gardner

With

Saturday, October 26, 2024

DATE |

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

TIME  |

Listen to a read-along with the librarian of Ablaze with Color, A Story of Painter Alma Thomas by Jeanne Walker Henry followed by a shape and color activity and art project. Then, using Alma Thomas’ bold and colorful style as inspiration, young artists will create their own collages. Through the process of collaging colorful paper mosaics, children will explore shapes, patterns, and vibrant color.

Ablaze with Color, A Story of Painter Alma Thomas by Jeanne Walker Harvey

BOOK  |

PRICE

$10

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Mixed Melodies

Devann Gardner

With

Saturday, January 25, 2024

DATE |

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

TIME  |

Begin with a delightful read-along of Peter Reynolds' inspiring book Playing from the Heart with a local librarian and then dance in creative activity. After, drawing inspiration from the story, students will let the music move them as they dance to the beat. Once warmed up and our creativity has been ignited, we’ll translate our experiences onto canvas through expressive drawings.

Playing from the Heart by Peter Reynolds

BOOK  |

PRICE

$10

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The Masked Artist

Devann Gardner

With

Saturday, February 22, 2025

DATE |

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

TIME  |

Meet artists, Picasso and Matisse, through a read-along with our librarian in When Pigasso Met Mootisse by Nina Laden. Afterwards, channeling the spirit of Pigasso and Mootisse in an abstract activity, we will embark on a mask-making adventure. Using a variety of materials, we’ll design masks that reflect our creativity and individuality.

When Pigasso Met Mootisse by Nina Laden

BOOK  |

PRICE

$10

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Curious Collages

Devann Gardner

With

Saturday, March 22, 2025

DATE |

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

TIME  |

Collage Project: Hand Cut Motor Skills 

Inspired by Jeanette Winter's tale Henri's Scissors, little artists will learn about artist Henri Mattise in a read-along by librarian/teacher. The collage project will focus on honing fine motor skills through hand-cutting techniques.

Henri’s Scissors by Jeanette Winter

BOOK  |

PRICE

$10

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Monstrous Masterpieces

Devann Gardner

With

Saturday, April 26, 2025

DATE |

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

TIME  |

Stamps and Prints 

Inspired by Amy Newbold’s story, If Monet Painted a Monster, artists will learn about shape identification and the historical artist, Monet, through a read-along performed by the visiting librarian. They construct their own monster portrait masterpieces through a series of printmaking styles and handmade shape based stamps.

If Monet Painted a Monster by Amy Newbold

BOOK  |

PRICE

$10

CONTACT

For more information 

Devann Gardner | Gallery manager

EMAIL | dgardner@yorkcountyarts.org

PHONE | (803) 323 1969

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