SKETCHING STORIES
Storytime & Art Classes for Early Learners
SPONSORED BY
Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company
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
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
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Classes are offered the 4th Saturdays
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10 AM - 11 AM
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Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill, SC
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PARKING
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Wells Fargo Parking Lot
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On-street parking along E. Main St.
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Parking Garages on E. Black St. and Elizabeth Ln.
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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
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Age Groups | All children are welcome. Art projects are geared towards 3 - 4-year olds.
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Parental Attendance | Parents must be in attendance with their child during the class.
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Art Class Size | Limited to 10 students to ensure a quality experience for each participant.
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Cost
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Storytime | FREE
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Art Class | $10 per participating student
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Pre-registration | Required to reserve your seat.
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
SOLD OUT | Fine Art Fossils
Devann Gardner
With
Saturday, September 28, 2024
DATE |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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
Paper Mosaics
Devann Gardner
With
Saturday, October 26, 2024
DATE |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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
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PRICE
$10
Mixed Melodies
Devann Gardner
With
Saturday, January 25, 2024
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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
The Masked Artist
Devann Gardner
With
Saturday, February 22, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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
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PRICE
$10
Curious Collages
Devann Gardner
With
Saturday, March 22, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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
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PRICE
$10
Monstrous Masterpieces
Devann Gardner
With
Saturday, April 26, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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
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PRICE
$10
CONTACT
For more information
Devann Gardner | Gallery manager
EMAIL | dgardner@yorkcountyarts.org
PHONE | (803) 323 1969