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After-school + GCS holidays

Parents and caregivers need help, and kids will have more fun with us!

Students in grades K-5 love our Art in the Afternoon after-school art-based childcare program, and the same energy abounds at our spring break and teacher in-service day sessions. If you're a working parent (or your child just loves the arts!), we will fill your child's day with creativity and fun. Check the calendar listings below for more details about our after-school program and sessions we're planning for spring break and other Guilford County Schools holidays/teacher in-service days.

For more information or to ask any questions, please EMAIL US or call us at (336) 333-7475.

Upcoming events

  • Homeschool Art Offerings Information Request

    • Thursday, September 26, 2024
    • Sunday, September 27, 2026
    • 294
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    If you would like to be contacted for more information about CVAs art offering for private, small group, homeschool groups, field trips experiences, etc, please click on the "register" button on this page.

    Give us your name and email, and we will get in touch as soon as possible.  

    We can individualize most programming to meet the needs of your group.

    Please email Jenn Romero at jennr@mycvagreensboro.org or  create@mycvagreensboro.org with any questions.


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  • Birthday Party and Art Party Information Request

    • Tuesday, October 01, 2024
    • Friday, October 02, 2026
    • 299
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    Looking for a Fun and Creative Birthday Party?

    CVA offers themed birthday parties in our 4th-floor art studios, perfect for your little artist! We provide all the materials and instruction, ensuring that your child and their friends create original artwork to take home as meaningful party favors.

    Our parties include:

    • Price - $300 for up to 8 participants; $25 for each additional guest (maximum of 15).
    • Duration - 2 hours of fun—approximately 1 hour for art-making and 1 hour for food and gifts.
    • Experienced Instructor - all necessary art supplies, a CVA shirt for the guest of honor, and a printable PDF invitation.

    What to Bring - Food, decorations (no helium-filled balloons, please), plates, napkins, utensils, and candles (if using).

    Parking - Conveniently park in the Church St. parking deck adjacent to the Greensboro Cultural Center—it's free on weekends! If there's a paid event at the Tanger Center, we’ll provide a parking pass for your guests.

    Don’t wait—reach out today to schedule your special day!

    For questions or to book your party, please email create@mycvagreensboro.org. We can’t wait to help you celebrate!

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  • Summer Camp 2025 Mailing List

    • Tuesday, November 19, 2024
    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 326
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    If you would like to be contacted when registration for CVA's 2025 Summer Camps opens, please click on the "register" button on this page. Give us your name and email, age of your child, art programs you are interested in, and we will notify you when more information is available.

    We will run 9 weeks of programs this year from June 16- August 15

    Please email education@mycvagreensboro.org with any questions.

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  • Art in the Afternoon 2025-2026 Mailing List

    • Saturday, March 08, 2025
    • Tuesday, March 31, 2026
    • 595
    Register

    Art in the Afternoon: An Arts-Based After-School Program

    We are already preparing Art in the Afternoon for the 2025-2026 school and we are SO excited to welcome new and returning friends in Kindergarten through 5th grades for afternoons filled with art and fun!  Here is what you need to know:

    When registration opens, space will be limited- Once the limit is reached, you may be added to the waiting list by clicking on "Register."  You will be given the option to add your information.  We will contact you via email and/or telephone if a space becomes available.  Spaces will be filled in the order registrations are received. 

    • Registration for current Art in the Afternoon students will open in April.
    • Registration will open to the general public for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade for school year 2025-2026 beginning  June 2, 2025.
    • The program runs 5 days per week, Monday through Friday.  At this time we are not able to offer part-time enrollment.
    • Annual tuition is $3,250  This fee covers the entire school year.  Parents may choose to pay in one lump sum or may enroll in our auto-pay option to pay in 10 equal installments of $325 each.  
    • A snack is provided each afternoon.
    • Students who arrive by 3:30 p.m. will be given the opportunity to work on homework or have "free create" time.  At least 1 hour of art instruction is provided each day, as well as outdoor time (weather-permitting), and structured play time.
    • Students will be divided by age groups.
    • Curriculum includes a wide range of artistic media, art history, and technique.
    • Transportation is available to TESG students by the school.
    • Transportation is available to Guilford County Schools students through the GCS transportation office.  We are on the Lindley Elementary bus route, and magnet schools will bus students to the Cultural Center as well.  Our staff will meet all students outside at the bus stop on Davie St.  
    • CVA is not able to offer transportation at this time.  It is the parents' responsibility to coordinate transportation with the GCS transportation office or secure private transportation.  GCS typically requires at least 2 weeks to add students to a bus route. 
    • Pick-up time is no later than 6 p.m.
    • Scholarships may be available.  Please complete a scholarship application to be considered.


    Questions? Email create@mycvagreensboro.org.

     A $50 non-refundable registration fee is due when you register.  Registrants will be sent an invoice for the first installment payment after your registration is received.  The first installment payment is due no later than August 24, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.  Any invoices not paid by that date and time will be voided, and the registration will be canceled.

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  • Art in the Afternoon 2025-2026 Registration

    • Tuesday, April 01, 2025
    • 2:30 PM
    • Friday, March 27, 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • 4th Floor Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC 27401
    • 27
    Register

    Art in the Afternoon: An Arts-Based After-School Program

    We are excited to welcome new and returning friends in kindergarten through 5th grades for the 2025-2026 school year! Here’s what you need to know:

    Program Schedule

    • Program Dates: Monday, August 25 – Wednesday, June 10

    • Operating Days & Hours: Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

    • Enrollment: Full-time only; part-time enrollment is not available

    • Teacher Workdays: Open on all Guilford County Schools (GCS) teacher workdays from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

      • CVA offers Artventures enrichment on these days at a discounted rate for AITA families

    • Weather Closures: May follow GCS decisions during inclement weather; CVA will evaluate safety and update families as early as possible

    • Holiday Closures: Closed on all GCS calendar holidays

    Registration Details:

    • Current Students: Registration opens in April.
    • General Public: Registration opens on June 2, 2025, for students in kindergarten through 5th grade in the 2025-2026 school year.
    • Limited Space: Once the limit is reached, you can join the waiting list by clicking "Register" and adding your information. We will contact you via email or phone if a space becomes available. Spaces are filled in the order registrations are received.

    Tuition:

    • Annual tuition is $3,250, covering the entire school year.
    • Payment options:
      • One lump sum
      • Auto-pay option with 10 equal installments of $325 each

    Daily Activities:

    • A snack is provided each afternoon.
    • Students arriving by 3:30 p.m. can work on homework or have "free create" time.
    • At least 1 hour of art instruction is provided daily, along with outdoor time (weather permitting) and structured playtime.
    • Students are divided by age groups.
    • Curriculum includes various artistic media, art history, and techniques.

    Transportation:

    • Available for TESG students through the school.
    • Available for Guilford County Schools students through the GCS transportation office. We are on the Lindley Elementary bus route, and magnet schools will bus students to the Cultural Center. Our staff will meet students at the bus stop on Davie St.
    • CVA does not offer transportation. Parents must coordinate with the GCS transportation office or arrange private transportation. GCS typically requires at least 2 weeks to add students to a bus route.

    Pick-Up Time:

    • No later than 6 p.m.
    • Late Pickup Policy: Pickups after 6:00 PM will incur a late fee charged to your account

    Scholarships:

    We look forward to a fantastic year of art and fun!


    Questions? Email create@mycvagreensboro.org.

     A $50 non-refundable registration fee is due when you register.  Registrants will be sent an invoice for the first installment payment after your registration is received.  The first installment payment is due no later than August 24, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.  Any invoices not paid by that date and time will be voided, and the registration will be canceled.

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  • Art in the Afternoon Scholarship Application 2025-2026

    • Wednesday, April 16, 2025
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 11:59 PM
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    At this  time we have limited funds for partial scholarships.  Please click on "register" at the bottom left of the page in order to complete the scholarship application.  You will need the following information:

    For Merit-Based Scholarships: Three Images of  your work in jpg or pdf format, 2 letters of recommendation from instructors/supervisors, and a personal statement about what the camper hopes to gain from their time at summer art camp

    For Need-Based Scholarships:  A statement indicating financial need, total household gross annual income and family size, list of total monthly income versus monthly expenses (which may include any unforeseen expenses such as medical bills, etc). and how this scholarship/art camp will benefit your child.  Additionally, we need a letter of recommendation from someone who is not a family member (teacher, principal, minister, neighbor, supervisor, etc).

    Please note:  The application deadline for scholarships will be August 1, 2025. 

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM - The Art of Building (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    STEAM - The Art of Building (1st-3rd)

    Art is all around us every day...and not just in the form of drawings and paintings. While learning about the buildings and structures around them, campers will stretch their expressive muscles and build new things that exist in their imaginations. They'll have the opportunity to design and build models of their own dream homes and assemble decorative art pieces from various age-appropriate (and fun!) materials, learning about simple, universal principles of architecture and assemblage sculpture along the way.  

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Painting Plus (1st-3rd)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Messy Masterpieces (4th-6th)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Messy Masterpieces (4th-6th)

    Campers will view artmaking in a whole new light after this week! In this camp, they'll explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Items may include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. Any way you look at it, though, these messy masterpieces will be marvelous!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Exploring Mixed Media & Collage (7th-9th)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 1
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    Exploring Mixed Media & Collage (7th-9th)

    This camp is a version of Messy Masterpieces adapted for older campers. Campers will explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Examples include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. The possibilities are endless!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM - The Art of Building (4th-6th)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    STEAM - The Art of Building (4th-6th)

    Art is all around us every day...and not just in the form of drawings and paintings. While learning about the buildings and structures around them, campers will stretch their expressive muscles and build new things that exist in their imaginations. They'll have the opportunity to design and build models of their own dream homes and assemble decorative art pieces from various age-appropriate (and fun!) materials, learning about simple, universal principles of architecture and assemblage sculpture along the way.  

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces. 

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    Campers will view artmaking in a whole new light after this week! In this camp, they'll explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Items may include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. Any way you look at it, though, these messy masterpieces will be marvelous! 

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Drawing and Designs (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Drawing and Designs (1st-3rd)

    Using inspiration from historical and contemporary artists, students will build their skills using a variety of drawing materials to create their own original artworks.  By the end of the week, each student will have created numerous studies and sketches to plan and complete at least one finished painting they can be proud to hang on their wall.  This camp is open to all skill levels.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • CVA Open House

    • Saturday, August 09, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • CVA Gallery Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC 27401
    • 2 registrants
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    CVA Open House

    Discover what makes CVA a hub for artistic expression and community connection.

    Whether you're a parent looking for a creative, enriching afterschool option or an individual of any age eager to explore your artistic side, CVA has something for everyone!

     

    For Parents of K–5 Students:
    Explore our Art in the Afternoon program—an inspiring afterschool experience where young artists can explore painting, sculpture, mixed media, and more in a supportive, fun environment.
    ✅ Hands-on art activities
    ✅ Meet our passionate instructors
    ✅ Tour our vibrant studios

     For Teens & Adults:
    CVA isn’t just for kids! We offer a wide range of classes, workshops, and community events for teens, adults, and families. From beginner drawing to advanced ceramics, there's always something new to try.

    ️ Date: Wednesday, June 4th
     Location: CVA Gallery, 2nd Floor of the Greensboro Cultural Center
     Time: 5 PM - 7 PM

    ✨ Come get inspired, get creative, and get connected. We can’t wait to meet you!

    For more information:

    create@mycvagreensboro.org

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM: Art with LEGOs (4th-6th)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    STEAM: Art with LEGOs (4th-6th)

    Everyone loves LEGOs!  In this super-fun camp, young artists will construct sculptures, make art prints, and more! This isn't a step-by-step LEGO construction experience, but a full-on art experimentation camp for creative kids wanting to push their creative limits.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Drawing (7th-9th)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Drawing (7th-9th)

    Using inspiration from historical and contemporary artists, students will build their skills using a variety of drawing materials to create their own original artworks.  By the end of the week, each student will have creatednumerous studies and sketches to plan and complete at least one finished painting they can be proud to hang on their wall.  This camp is open to all skill levels.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    Students will draw inspiration from the art and artists of diverse cultures and countries as they create their own work in media including drawing, painting, sculpting, fibers, and more. They'll explore the varied styles and art techniques of peoples around the globe, getting a taste of the incredible range of expression possible in visual arts. This is a great camp for budding art enthusiasts who would like to experience a variety of art media in a structured, yet fun environment!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Create Your Own Comics (4th-6th Grades)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Create Your Own Comics (4th-6th Grades)

    Students who love comics will be so excited for this camp!  They will learn the basics of using digital tools to create illustrations with a focus on sequential art.  They'll work on concepts, character development through drawing, and story mapping as they create their own unique comic book.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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