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Creative Playdate Program: Berkshire After School & Summer Art Camp

Step into our playful art program in Stockbridge, MA, where imagination thrives for children ages 5-14! We spark new ideas and offer a joyful space for kids to explore art in many forms, from sculpture and watercolors to bookmaking and more. This Second Nature Arts program nurtures each child’s natural curiosity through play-based learning, hands-on art activities, and recreational experiences. Each day, kids will connect with friends, share skills, and celebrate their creativity in a supportive, inspiring environment. Weather permitting, we embrace the outdoors with active play and interaction with our beautiful surroundings. With exposure to art, nature, and community, the possibilities are endless!

 
Fall pumpkin scene with gnomes and art supplies from Creative Playdate Program, an art program for kids in the Berkshires by Second Nature Arts.
 

2025 FALL SESSION | SEPTEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 13
AGES 5-10 & 11-14 (Junior Art Mentor Program)

 

After School Program
Mondays & Wednesdays | 3:45-5:15pm
Wednesday Half Days: 9/17, 10/22, 12/10 | 12:30-3:30pm -OR- 12:30-5:15pm

✨Special Art Programs✨
Halloween Camp: 10/31*, 9:00am-2:00pm
Holiday/No School Camps: 11/4, 11/11, 11/14* | 9:15am-3:15pm
Thanksgiving Break Camps: 11/25 | 9:15am-3:15pm & 11/26 9:15-1:15pm
Saturday Mornings: 11/8 & 12/13 | 11:00am-1:00pm (Now part of Craft Club!)
Winter Break Camp: Dates TBA | 9:15am-3:15pm (Email us if interested.)

 

Location: 4 Main St, Stockbridge, MA
*Program takes place at 35 West Plain Rd, Great Barrington, MA

Register for Fall
Watercolor castle painting from Legends & Lore, a fall session of the Creative Playdate Program, an art program for kids in the Berkshires by Second Nature Arts

Mondays (9/15-12/8): LEGENDS & LORE (12 weeks, $360)
Step into a world where myths come alive and new stories are born. Inspired by ancient gods, lost kingdoms, and epic adventures, you’ll invent your own characters, treasures, and maps to unknown lands. Through drawing, painting, and sculpture, you’ll bring your ideas to life while weaving them into your own legendary tale.
(*There will be no regular program on 10/13. Holiday Program Available!)

Watercolor art journal from Time Capsule, a fall session of the Creative Playdate Program, an art program for kids in the Berkshires by Second Nature Arts.

Wednesdays (9/17-12/10) TIME CAPSULES (12 weeks, $360)
Collect the colors, dreams, and stories that make you unique! Each week, you’ll dive into a playful new prompt about your favorite people, places, and activities. Then, through drawing, stitching, collaging, and more, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind book that’s all about you! (*There will be no regular program on 11/26.)

Watercolor lantern with gnome from Seasonal Crafts, part of Half & Full Day Camp Programs, an art program for kids in the Berkshires by Second Nature Arts.

Half & Full Day Programs: SEASONAL CRAFTS
Wednesday Half Days: 9/17, 10/22, 12/10, 12:30-3:30, $50 -or- 12:30-5:15, $70
Halloween Camp: 10/31, 9:00am-2:00pm, $80
Holiday/No School Camp: 11/4, 11/11, 11/14, 11/25, 9:15am-3:15pm, $95
Thanksgiving Break Camp: 11/25, 9:15am-3:15pm, $95 & 11/26, 9:15am-1:15pm, $65

Celebrate the colors, textures, and magic of fall through a variety of hands-on art projects. From autumnal lanterns to leaf mobiles, get ready to encounter fresh fun prompts and lots of creative inspiration that will be sure to spark your imagination.

Watercolor painting of cats from All Things Animal, part of Craft Club, an art program for kids and adults in the Berkshires by Second Nature Arts.

Saturdays*: ALL THINGS ANIMAL (11/8 & 12/13, 11:00am-1:00pm, $45)
*These sessions are now part of Craft Club — learn more here!

From furry friends and feathered flocks to legendary beasts, kids and their caregivers can discover extraordinary creatures of every kind. Each session, you’ll explore a variety of materials to bring your own 2D and 3D animal-inspired artworks to life. Come for one morning or the whole series — every session promises wild new wonders from the animal kingdom!

 
 
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CREATIVE PLAYDATE PROGRAM FEATURES

  • Art & Play for Curious Kids: Our after-school program, holiday camps, and summer camps in the Berkshires blend art and play to spark creativity, build social-emotional skills, and support brain development — all in a fun, hands-on environment.

  • Active Creative Engagement: We mix in outdoor free play, group games, and sometimes even a dance party! Movement is key to keeping kids energized and engaged.

  • Mixed-Age Learning: Our Berkshires-based art program fosters a sense of community and mentorship, where younger children learn from older children, and vice versa, as kids of all ages collaborate on projects and develop leadership skills.

  • Balanced Structure: We provide a flexible structure that includes teacher-led activities, self-directed creative projects, and interactive group experiences, allowing kids to explore their interests while following a consistent routine.

  • Building Connections: Through creative play and hands-on art, children develop social skills, express themselves, and collaborate—all in a supportive, inspiring environment.

  • Resourceful Art Practices: We value the potential of reusing materials when possible, while also incorporating new supplies to support artistic growth and innovation. Our approach encourages thoughtful material use and reduces waste.

Watch our Creative Playdate Program Summer Camp in Action!

This program is funded in part by 2025 grants from the Lee and New Marlborough Cultural Councils, local agencies which are supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. It is also supported in part by 2025 grants from Greylock Federal Credit Union & Lee Bank Foundation. We are deeply grateful for this support!

 
 
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For additional info, please complete the PROGRAM INQUIRY FORM, send an EMAIL or call 413.457.1646.