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May7

Upcoming Events & Workshops at the SHACK

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UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS AT THE SHACK

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INTRODUCING Drop in rates & punch cards! Our drop-in rate for classes are $15 per class for any 5 classes. But a card of 5 classes for $75 OR save $15 and buy a punch card for any 10 classes for only $135. During the first few weeks we ask that you call the morning of the day you would like to take class. Not all classes are full & we want to be sure we have a teacher there for you! :)

~Messy Mondays for Toddlers & Preschoolers 9:30-10:30am, explorations in art with various textures: sand, shaving cream, clay, goop & lots more!

~Tuesdays- Cultural Music & Movement with Art Around the World for toddles & preschoolers, explore a new culture each week through art, music & movement 9:30-10:30am

~Tuesdays 3.30-4:30pm Sewing & Textiles for Middle School students. Learn how to sew a toy, a bag, a pillow and other creative textile projects that will teach you the basics of sewing, knitting and other crafts!

~Tuesdays 4:45-5:45pm Sewing & Textiles for Elementary School students. Learn how to sew a toy, a bag, a pillow and other creative textile projects that will teach you the basics of sewing, knitting and other crafts!

~Wednesdays- 4:45-5:45pm Elementary-Middle School art charcoal, pastels, drawing, watercolor

~Thursdays Recycled art at 3:30 & Drawing/Cartooning at 4:45

~Fridays – Puppet Making for toddlers & preschoolers, 9:30-10:30am, paper bag puppets, felt puppets, stick puppets, sock puppets, marionettes & more!

~FREE MONTHLY Pop-In Art Sessions – Every FIRST Friday from 4-5:30pm at the SHACK, 100 Church Hill Rd Suite #104, Sandy Hook. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a shortage on funding and supplies, our free weekly pop-in art sessions will now be held on a MONTHLY basis. The monthly pop-in-art sessions will be held on the first Friday of the month from 4-5:30 through June – next one is Fri. June 7th.

~5/19/13: FREE Family Drum circle, 3:00pm

~5/25/13: Lion’s Club Duck Race 10am-3pm. Puppet show at the SHACK at 4pm, $7 suggested donation per person includes face painting, crafts & snow cones. Comfort quilt decorating, face painting & snow cones all day, donations accepted to fund our ongoing free programs & workshops.

For more information about our classes, workshops, events and art/music & pet therapy sessions, please email or call us at 203-304-9555 sandyhookartscenter@gmail.com

May4

Newtown Fifth Graders Inspired by Charlotte Bacon Spread a “Chain of Love”

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Newtown Fifth Graders Inspired by Charlotte Bacon Spread a “Chain of Love” ~ By Kirsten Tuz

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Left to right: Shannon Jackman, Lindsay Dievert and Natalie Horn. Photo by Kirsten Tuz

On Friday, May 3, 2013, the SHACK hosted Charlotte Bacon Chain of Love and Cards for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.  The Charlotte Bacon Act of Kindness Award was introduced to Karen King’s 5th grade class at Reed Intermediate School by Newtown Kindness whose mission is to encourage acts of kindness in children.  Students Shannon Jackman 11, Lindsay Dievert 11 and Natalie Horn 10 got together to spread love in the name of Charlotte. Like a chain letter, recipients receive a paper heart with words of love. The recipient then makes copies and sends to 10 friends. When you receive your “Love” they are encouraged to write a note or submit a photo to their Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/Charlottebaconchainoflove.

The Charlotte Bacon Act of Kindness saw participation from thousands of children around the world in 8 weeks.  Each submission was recognized, however the top 8 awards were announced during a ceremony on Charlotte’s birthday, February 22nd.  During this ceremony, Shannon, Lindsay and Natalie received an award for their Charlotte Bacon Chain of Love.  Today they have hearts in 20 languages from 16 countries and have reach over 10,000 people virally.  Friday’s event was a way for them to extend their original efforts by involving the Newtown Community and supporting the children at St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital where all cards and hearts will be sent.

Over 100 children showed up at the SHACK from ages 18 months to 18 years with many parents also making cards and hearts.  The girls provided all of the materials to make the cards and hearts and left them behind as a donation to the SHACK for hosting their event.  Newtown Kindness was present shooting footage for a Kindness Video featuring children and what they think Kindness is.  The SHACK would also like to thank Newtown Strong and their therapy dogs for greeting the children and as always bringing the smiles.

Apr14

Quilters Unite for FREE Program at the S.H.A.C.K.

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Quilters Unite for FREE Program at the S.H.A.C.K. 

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Two weeks ago we received a beautiful donation for the S.H.A.C.K.– dozens of quilts for Sandy Hook children. The aunt of a Sandy Hook Elementary School student put a call out to her quilting friends and soon stitchers form across the country began sewing the love-filled blankets so that children could come and create artwork at the S.H.A.C.K. as a part of the healing process in the aftermath of 12/14. Children of all ages are invited to come to the S.H.A.C.K. on Saturday, April 27th from 11am-4pm to create their own FREE personalized take-home quilt.

*Please note: We had originally offered this program on a “suggested donation” basis for our Spring Break camps, however, the volunteers and donors intended this to be a FREE program. The S.H.A.C.K. apologizes for the error and miscommunication.  The S.H.A.C.K. has been offering many many free programs, classes and workshops since we first began on January 19th and will continue to do so, however, we recently began offering classes on a “suggested donation” basis in order to cover our overhead costs, as our space was not donated. To understand more please click here.

Here is how the comfort quilts all began—

From Patti Gardner—

After 12/14 we were together celebrating Christmas, but more than that just celebrating being all together after the tragedy. Some of us were able to hug my nephew Daniel for the first time since 12/14.  I, like everyone else, wanted to do something to help. We knew this was, and is, going to be a long healing process for all involved. The children’s innocence has been taken from them too early.

My school and neighboring schools delivered to me over 400 snowflakes that I brought down with me in December to decorate the school, but I knew we needed to deal with healing, so I knew we could do something more.  My mother and I have quilted for years and a quilt guild we belonged to years ago use to donate these “healing quilts” to an organization.  I approached my mother on the idea of making these quilts for the survivors of Sandy Hook.  She thought it was a great idea and we reached out to friends and family to help us spread the word so we could get as many as possible to as many children as possible in Sandy Hook.  I set a deadline of 3 months later, as I knew I could deliver them on my spring break.

We had quilts delivered from New Milford, New Fairfield, and Roxbury Connecticut, as well as many towns in upstate New York and then they also came from Minnesota and North Carolina.  People that didn’t quilt donated markers or fabric to one of us who does know how to quilt.  We gave specific directions and explained that the blank squares would be used as part of the healing process. Children will be able to capture happy memories, future goals, collect signatures, or whatever they wanted to express themselves. It is also a quilt full of happiness and bright cheery colors can also bring a snuggle when they need it the most!

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Check out our Spring Break camps at the S.H.A.C.K. Join us for a half day or full day session.

Mon 9-12 Cultural Music & Movement with Ms Wendy
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Mon 1-4 Quilter’s Workshop – decorate a cool quilt with fabric markers to hang on your wall at home! with Ms Wendy

Tues 9-12 Drumming with Ms Lydia
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Tues 1-4 Quilter’s Workshop with Ms Wendy

Weds 9-12 Sculpture Project with Ms Barbara
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Weds 1-4 Actor’s Improv & Theatre Games with Ms Wendy

Thurs 9-12 Drumming with Ms Lydia
*lunch*
Thurs 1-4 Quilter’s Workshop with Ms Wendy

Fri 9-12 Puppet Making with Ms Wendy
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Fri 1-4 Mask Making with Ms Wendy

Pre-registration is required. The suggested donation is $35 per day (3 hour session) for the half day session from 9am-12pm or 1-4pm (pack a snack) or $60 per day for the full day (7 hour) session from 9am-4pm (pack a lunch & drink). All proceeds go to fund our ongoing free programming at the SHACK to help the community heal through the arts.

Call for more details & a registration form please call 203-304-9555. Pre-registation is required by emailing sandyhookartscenter@gmail..com Space is limited! Register today!

Apr9

Spring Has Sprung at the S.H.A.C.K.!

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Spring Has Sprung! And the S.H.A.C.K.’s Creative Programs Have Begun!

 

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Spring is finally here and we are gearing up to participate in some GREAT events to celebrate warm weather,  beautiful surroundings and new beginnings. Please see our events list below and share with anyone you think would be interested in attending. We are a non-profit and could use as much help as possible getting the word out to fund our ongoing free programs in art, music & pet therapy. Thank you!

Mon Apr 15-Fri Apr 19 Spring Break Camps at The Shack! 9am-12pm or 1pm to 4pm. $40 suggested donation per session of $70 per day. Drumming, Sculpture, puppet making, musical theatre, Improv, art & more! Call for details 203-304-9555

Sat Apr 20th from 11am-1pm Sing & Sign with Ms Janine! $7 suggested donation or $25 max per family.

Sun Apr 21 FREE Healing Family Drum Circle w/Lydia Smith. Percussion instruments will be provided or bring your own. Space is limited. Register by emailing sandyhookartscenter@gmail.com

Fri Apr 26 Teen Karaoke Night. 7-9pm under the tent at the Shack. $5 suggested donation

Sat Apr 27 ~ 3 Events!!!

  • 11am-4pm at the SHACK: Sandy Hook Organization for Prosperity’s “Spring Fling” Block Party! Face painting, snow cones, art projects, food & fun!
  • 10am-4pm at Newtown Earth Day at Newtown Middle School. The SHACK will have a booth where kids can make recycled art projects out of found objects.
  • 7pm-9pm at the SHACK: Open Mic Night under the tent! Bring your guitar, instrument of voice and jam under the tent. $10 Suggested donation to benefit ongoing free programming at the Shack. Register by emailing sandyhookartscenter @gmail.com or call 203-304-9555 for more information

Sun Apr 28 You are invited to our “Visions of Tomorrow” Art Show & Auction to benefit the Shack. Presented by Bear Givers, Inc. Come bid on art work donated by Sandy Hook students, Newtown High School Creative Cultural Arts Council students, Sen. Joseph Lieberman, Regis Philbin, Edie Falco & more! Live broadcast by Radio 104.1fm. Live music by Guy Tino & friends. Route 7 Music guitar raffle! Complimentary hors de oeuvres provided by Sandy Hook Deli & Sandy Hook Wine & Liquor.

Mar19

The S.H.A.C.K. Partners With Brooklyn-Based Imagine Project

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The S.H.A.C.K. Partners With Brooklyn-Based Imagine Project 

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We believe people cross paths for a reason and recently, through a series of phone calls, S.H.A.C.K. founder/director Wendy Mitchell was connected with someone whose mission closely lined up with that of the S.H.A.C.K.  Bill Bartlett, founder/director of The Imagine Project in Brooklyn, and Wendy Mitchell, founder/director of the S.H.A.C.K. have teamed up to bring their vision to the Sandy Hook community through performing and visual arts.

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The Imagine Project Inc., a not for profit 501(c) 3 corporation, was founded by Bill Bartlett in 1992 and is dedicated to nurturing a child’s creativity through the arts. It was founded on the principle that “There exists within each child a creative energy which must not lie dormant. Rather, this creativity must be channeled to radiate light. For energy misdirected can lead to things far more destructive than darkness. We must create and facilitate a safe environment for children to explore and engage these creative forces.” 

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The Imagine Project has nurtured inner city children who barely speak; to sing, children who hardly move; to dance, children who never thought it possible, to turn their own ideas into staged works of art with music created by the children themselves. For many children The Imagine Project may be the only place they may ever have to discover that all accomplishments start with a dream, and that all dreams are possible.

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Bill, a New Yorker, is a graduate of Tufts University and The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He is happy to be presenting a free spring theatre workshop for Sandy Hook and Newtown children and teens during spring break from April 15-19. Working with children in the arts for so many years, Bill said, is what motivated him to want to give back to the community after the events of 12/14.

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Bill’s daughter Alison Bartlett, who has played the role of Gina on Sesame Street for 25 years, was invited along with several other actors and muppet characters, to perform for the parents and children of Sandy Hook. It was Alson’s note to him (below)  that inspired Bill to reach out to S.H.A.C.K and the Sandy Hook/ Newtown community to offer this unique program.
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“Dad I’m gonna make a confession…I didn’t believe “the arts could heal” when it came to this. I didn’t. And I felt a bit like a liar and a sham, showing up to “perform” but a dear friend asked me to do something and I said “yes”. But deep down, even on the ride there, I felt nutty. I kept thinking, in raw form,”who the …. is gonna want to be sung to after their first grader was killed in school?” I had no ground and no footing. None. I was even holding my breath when meeting the families, but who were WE to not be present if THEY were having a momentary smile with their children from our visit. And…I was wrong….Arts DO Heal….. Slowly. Even here. Love AL”
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Read what others are saying about Imagine Project–
‘Imagine Project blows my mind. I’ve never encountered anything remotely like it. It comes from a place so loving it at times felt less like theater than like a ministry. We hear lots about the healing power of art, but this is the first project I’ve seen utterly committed to the idea.”

Russell Merritt – Professor of Film U.C. Berkeley

 

“I believe all children are born geniuses. As we grow, most of the wonder is taken away by the day to day realities of life. I have seen over the years that The Imagine Project has the power to bring this magic back into [children's] lives, allowing them to rediscover their own extraordinary potential. The Imagine Project is without question the most beautiful program I have ever experienced.” Dr. Charles De Stefano, Chief Psychologist, Child Study Center, NYC

Mar11

Butterflies for Dylan Event Brings Love for Hockleys From All Over U.S.A.

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Butterflies for Dylan Event Brings Love for Hockleys From All Over U.S.A.

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On Friday, March 8th Dylan Hockley would have  celebrated his 7th birthday. Support for the Hockely family during this difficult time soon went viral on Facebook as friends and community posted events such as “Purple Birthday Balloons for Dylan Hockley” and “Wear Purple for Dylan.”

We at the S.H.A.C.K. wanted to show the Hockley family our love and support as well and created the “Paint Purple Butterflies for Dylan” free community event. We planned on opening up our studio to the community to paint purple butterflies for Dylan on Friday, March 8th, however Mother Nature decided to pour out more beauty on Newtown in the form of cold white snowflakes. The kids enjoyed a snow day and we postponed our event to Monday, March 11th.

As children and families entered the S.H.A.C.K. all decked out in their purple for Dylan, it was apparent that children as young as 4-years-old even knew why they were there- “to remember Dylan on his birthday up in heaven,” one little girl said.

Every seat was filled as children and parents carefully sketched out their creations to honor Dylan. Two Golden Retriever pet therapy dogs, Libby and Shelby, from Newtown Strong Therapy Dogs comforted children as they painted. The walls of The S.H.A.C.K. are an exhibit in progress as well-wishers send in their artwork and love from California, Texas, Louisiana and even as far as  the Philippines.

A teacher from Oxford brought a full bag of purple butterflies painted with her students’ purple handprints.

The Newtown High School Creative Cultural Arts Council founder and volunteer Sarah Clements brought canvases painted by CCAC members and assisted the children with their paintings.

The completed paintings will be displayed and auctioned at an art exhibit on Wednesday, March 20th, the first day of spring, from 5:00-8:00p.m. at the studio, 100 Church Hill Road, Suite #104, Sandy Hook. Monies raised will go to fund ongoing free community art events and cover overhead operating expenses.

To R.S.V.P. to the art show please visit our Facebook Events page by clicking here.

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Mar4

Award Winning Los Angeles Music Producer Launches “Love is the Answer” Campaign in Support of Sandy Hook Arts Center for Kids

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Award Winning Los Angeles Music Producer Launches “Love is the Answer” Campaign
in Support of Sandy Hook Arts Center for Kids (The S.H.A.C.K.)
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When Los Angeles music producer Nathan Duvall heard of the tragedy in Sandy Hook he knew he had to do something to help. He understands the power of music and its ability to inspire the listening audience to act.  As music publisher, producer, and music supervisor, Duvall  has contributed to some of the biggest Hollywood blockbusters that have generated over a billion dollars in ticket sales combined.
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In 1998, Duvall established the music department for motion picture advertising company The Ant Farm. Duvall produced the trailer scores for the Lord of Rings Trilogy including the worldwide hit “Requiem for a Tower” from the Two Towers feature campaign and contributed to Key Art Awards “Best In Show” winners Unbreakable & Lord of the Rings Fellowship of the Ring.
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Music publishing success allowed Duvall to debut record label Corner Stone Cues in 2006. “Requiem for a Tower” was the first release and became a worldwide licensing phenomenon in sports and product advertising including licensees such as the Olympics, Super Bowl, NBA, NFL, Sky Sports Theme, and Boston Celtics. The Eton Path release from 2007 boasts an adaptation of Led Zeppelin’s “Kashmir” currently featured in Disney’s John Carter feature trailer.
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Nathan tells why he wanted to help The S.H.A.C.K. in his own words:
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After the tragic events at Sandy Hook Elementary I took a personal inventory and found myself feeling guilty and partly responsible for not participating more in the community. Sure I may pick up trash on my run each morning or donate time to tree conservation or dog shelters but not much with children and adults.
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Some of my best memories were years spent as a summer camp counselor. I remembered how much fun the kids had when you introduced loud music and games based on keeping time, dancing, clapping as one big group.
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When my wife and I made our 2013 New Years resolutions it hit me like a thunderbolt that I should resolve to bring some of that summer magic to Sandy Hook. I spoke to artist Mr. Biscuit and asked him to build a logo/design based on the idea  ”Love Is The Answer” so we could outfit the kids with t-shirts and empower them with music. We would then take the idea to the school district and see if we could hold an event with this theme for the children and parents.
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It was incredibly difficult to reach almost anyone in the Newtown School Superintendent’s office. They were besieged by press and people like me who wanted to help. Somewhere in that quest the Giggling Pig’s “Heart Project” popped up so I called them for help. Hannah Perry from the Giggling Pig was super helpful and said that I should consider collaborating with The Shack.
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That led me to Wendy Leahy Mitchell who explained that The Shack is all about helping kids and adults express themselves through arts, crafts, and music. The icing was the fact that Animal Assisted Therapy Services was sponsoring The Shack for their 501c registration and provided dogs at some events, “Are you kidding me? Kids, dogs, and adults working together at FUN! Dude, count me in!”
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Wendy explained The Shack needs $50,000 to make a big difference by hiring licensed therapists and teachers. My hope is to begin a national campaign of awareness helping people understand that if they get young children ages 6-11 to play constructively as a group we will build a generation of healthy leaders.
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We decided to establish a crowd funded project on indiegogo.com titled “Love Is The Answer” to serve both our purposes. The mission is to raise $250,000 gross and allocate 50% net to The Shack, 25% Mr Biscuit, and 25% to my company Corner Stone Cues.
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Our dream is to raise $50,000 for The Shack and see 12,000 or more people on Facebook wearing a Love Is The Answer shirt. Then we will hold our first music event with The Shack in Sandy Hook and show kids and their caretakers how to empower themselves with music.
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We can create a new beginning right now….we just need to believe that Love Is The Answer.
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Love is the Answer is selling t-shirts, baby onesies and tote bags to spread the message of love and help the Sandy Hook community. To order your Love is the Answer tee or tote, please click here.
Feb25

S.H.A.C.K. Kicks Off FREE TRIAL WEEK With Messy Mondays

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S.H.A.C.K. Kicks Off FREE TRIAL WEEK With Messy Mondays
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Kids were clapping, paint was splattering and bodies were shakin’, at today’s Messy Mondays free trial class at the S.H.A.C.K., Sandy Hook Arts Center for Kids. Children from 15 months to 4 years enjoyed getting their hands, and their faces, hair, necks and clothes dirty, while creating mini masterpieces at the class geared toward toddlers and preschoolers.
Each week children will enjoy painting with various textures. Today was glitter so children learned the difference between rough and smooth as they felt the textures while they painted. Each class children will explore various textures and mediums such as clay, gloop, sand and much more. Children’s music is played in the background while kids create which adds to the fun.
If you missed today’s free class don’t worry! We have a whole week lined up for you to meet our teachers and experience an art, music or theatre class at the S.H.A.C.K. the week’s schedule is as follows:
TUESDAY 2/26 - 

Sewing and Textiles age 6 and up
Learn how to sew a toy, a bag, a pillow and other creative textile projects that will teach you the basics of sewing, knitting and other crafts! Once you have mastered these techniques, you can create ideas of their own with us to help you.

Class runs from 4:30-5:30 & is taught by Emma Craig,experienced art teacher, face painter, and all around cool chick who is fantastic with children!

Collage and Paper Sculpture is for ages 5 and up and will be offered from 4:30-5:30 and 5:30-6:30pm on Tuesday.
Each week we’ll use paint, printing and found paper to make collages and paper sculptures. We will have fun making imaginative puppets, mobiles and other amazing artifacts from paper. We will even learn to make paper itself! Be prepared to use your imagination and learn to be resourceful in creating really cool stuff for play and display!

Class is from 5:30-6:30pm & taught by the lovely Emma Craig who is all of the things I mentioned above AND funny and cheerful to boot! And she’s from “across the pond,” Birmingham England so the kiddos will LOVE her accent! :)

WEDNESDAY 2/27 - 
Teens & Tweens Theatre & Improv is for 5th-12th Graders from 6-7:30pm  with Theresa Talluto, a professional and experienced theatre instructor who lives and teaches in Newtown.A native New Yorker, Theresa performed both on and off Broadway, as well as nationally, prior to combining her love of Theatre with her love of teaching children. Her directorial credits include full scale musicals (West Side Story, Grease, Oliver! and more) as well as Youth Theatre productions which have been seen in both New York City and London, where she enjoyed extensive, concentrated study of Educational Theatre and Youth Theatre practices.

THURSDAY 2/28 - 

Recycled Art Age 5 and up
Each week we’ll use paint,  paper and recycled materials to make 3-D recycled art projects.  We will have fun making imaginative sculptures and other projects from found objects. Be prepared to use your imagination and learn to create awesome art from everyday objects! Class is taught by Emma & runs from 4:30-5:30pm
Drawing for cartooning and animating. Age 9 and up
Budding cartoonists step this way and learn the fundementals of drawing techiniques for figures, animals, expressions, perspective and effects. Design your own characters, cartoons and improve your drawing skills at the same time. Class is taught by Emma & runs from 5:30-6:30pm

FRIDAY 3/1 -

Shake, move & make music at this interactive class from 10:00-11:00am. Cultural Music & Movement for Toddlers & Preschoolers is geared towards children ages 18 months up through age 5-years-old, and their caregivers. Children will hear a folklore tale told by puppets in the beginning of the class to introduce the country of the week and then they will explore moving and making music from around the world! Trial class will be held Friday from 10-11am. See Class Schedule for weekly class times for this and our other classes.
We will also offer cartooning and drawing for children and teens, “Mastering the Masters” for preschoolers and much more. Photography classes will be held first as a workshop and then as a class– stay tuned for more information.
For a class schedule, click here.
To read teacher bios, click here.If you would like more information on these or any other classes, please
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Contact Information:
203-304-9555  sandyhookartscenter@gmail.com
Feb18

Feeling Lucky? Win a Complete Electric Guitar Package from Route 7 Music at The S.H.A.C.K.!

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Feeling Lucky? Win a Complete Electric Guitar Package from Route 7 Music at The S.H.A.C.K.!

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Are you feeling lucky? Then you should stop by The S.H.A.C.K. during their studio hours to win a complete electric guitar package, donated by Route 7 Music in Brookfield. Owner Phil Forbes went to high school with The S.H.A.C.K.’s founder and director, Wendy Mitchell, and wanted to do something to help out our non-profit arts center.

The guitar is electric guitar and comes with a starter amp, gig bag, cable, strap, picks and Korg tuner; everything you need to rock! Raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20 and can be purchased at the studio, 100 Church Hill Road, Suite #104, Sandy Hook, CT. One lucky prize winner will be chosen at The S.H.A.C.K.’s Awesome 80s Prom fundraiser on Saturday, April 20th at the Ethan Allen in Danbury. For ticket information to the gala/80s prom, please email sandyhookartscenter@gmail.com or call the studio at 203-304-9555.

Route 7 Music is located at 355 Federal Road, Brookfield, CT and offers music lessons from beginner through expert. Check out their website for more information by clicking here.

Feb11

It’s Not Too Early To Start Thinking About SUMMER SESSIONS!!!

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It’s Not Too Early To Start Thinking About SUMMER SESSIONS!!!

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This summer The S.H.A.C.K. will offer 7 weeks of art, music & theatre-based summer activities with special projects each day.
Each week focus on a special theme with arts and crafts based around that theme each day.
We will also have an outdoor area for the children to eat lunch, go on nature trail hikes, enjoy splatter art and play fun and COOL water games! Children are encouraged to “dress the part” for each week’s theme. Our summer sessions are open to children ages 5-10 years old and includes the cost of supplies. Children should bring their own lunch, drink & snacks. The sessions run from 9-12, 12-3pm or 3-6pm each day. The 9am-12pm session is $150/week. The 12-3pm session is $150/week. Extended play is available until 6pm. Book multiple sessions and receive a discount. Call for details.

Week #1) June 24-29 ~ Summer Safari Art, Theatre & More! Set your compass for fun and bring your child to a jungle safari with us! Animal art projects and creative movement will have your child acting out their animal instincts and learning about all of the beautiful and amazing creatures that live in the jungle. Morning session will include musical theatre “The Lion King” & afternoon session will include set painting & crafts to go along with our production. A production of The Lion King will be held at the studio on Friday June 29th at 6pm.

Week #2) July 1-5 (no class on 7/4) ~ ***FREE CULTURAL ARTS PROGRAM PRESENTED BY JOHANNA MARTINEZ OF TUSCON, AZ.

Week #3) July 8-12 ~ Princesses & Pirates Theatre & Art! Get ready for an adventure filled week of princess fairy tales, pirate battles and your child’s very own happily ever after story. Children will enjoy theatre games, learn a mini play and create a keepsake journal that tells the story of their “Once Upon a Time.”  A production of the SHACK’s original play, “Cinderella meets Captain Hook” will be held at the studio on Friday July 12th at 6pm.

Week #4) July 15-19 ~ Circus Stars! Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, sep right up to the greatest circus in Sandy Hook! Kids can become a circus star for the week and live out their wildest circus dreams. Fly on a trapeze, tame a lion or clown around at this fun-filled art, music and theatre program. Kids will perform a mini circus, “The Greatest Show in Sandy Hook,” complete with popcorn and cotton candy, at the end of the week on Friday, July 19th at 6pm.

Week #5) July 22-26 ~ Unicorns, Dragons & Dreams, Oh My! Fantasy week will consist of lots of pretend play, imagination and of course beautiful art projects. Kids will paint a huge play castle, ride on a rainbow to the land of make believe and explore all of their hopes, wishes and wildest dreams. Children will perform an original play, “Unicorns, Dragons & Dreams, Oh My!” at the end of the session on Friday, July 26th at 6pm.

Week #6) July 29-Aug 2 ~ ***CLOSED FOR VACATION***

Week #7) Aug 5-9 ~Morning session, 9am-12pm for ages 5-11. Underwater Adventures & Fishing for Fun! Children will make fish of all shapes and sizes out of many different materials each day and enjoy a colorful underwater adventure. Make a seashell craft, sand art, scaly fish sculpture & much more! Water games and activities will keep kids cool while having loads of fun! Children will perform “The Little Mermaid”  at the end of the session on Friday, July 26th at 6pm.

***FREE COMMUNITY THEATRE PROGRAM FOR GRADES 6-12*** afternoon session 1-4pm ages 12+ up

Students will perform an original play that they will create at the end of the session on Friday, August 9th at 6pm. 

Week #8) Aug 12-16  ~ Science, Nature & Art Week! Kids will make art projects, hand-made puppets and sculptures out of objects found in nature, enjoy hiking outdoors and create a keepsake journal of their daily activities. Children will be treated to an original puppet show at the end of the session on Friday, August 16th at 6pm.

On the last day of our summer sessions, all S.H.A.C.K. campers and their families are invited to a FREE Hawaiian Luau barbecue!

To register your child, please email sandyhookartscenter@gmail.com for a registration form, call 203-203-304-9555 for more information.