Adaptive Programs

Proudly sponsored by the Jazz and Heritage Foundation, Creative Connections is a sensory-friendly art class designed for youth 5 years old and up with sensory differences and/or exceptionalities. Each week, participants explore fun projects like painting, clay, collage, or crafts in a calm, supportive space. The focus is on self-expression, creativity, and confidence, not perfection. Projects are designed to be completed in one session, so everyone leaves with something they’re proud of.

Details:

• Tuesdays from 6-7pm
• October 14 – November 18
• Light refreshments provided
• Members: $20 per class; Non-Members: $35 per class
• Registration opens September 15th online

Projects:

• Texture Painting – paint with sponges, brushes, and textured rollers.
• Clay Impressions – press leaves, shells, or textured items into air-dry clay and paint after.
• Collage Storyboards – cut and glue magazine pictures or printed icons to tell a “feeling story.”
• Sand Art Jars – layer colored sand in small bottles for a calming, visual project.
• Painting to Music – play calming instrumental music and let participants paint to rhythm.
• Watercolor Drip Art – let paint flow down paper with droppers or spray bottles.
• Backup Option: Friendship bracelets