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EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

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Jumpstart Learning Through Play at the Clay Center!

Discover the joy of early childhood development with our exciting programs designed just for little learners and their grown-ups! Through our programs—BookBuds Storytime and Open Studio—children get to play, learn, and grow with us. Every moment is a chance to spark curiosity and build bright futures!

A woman sitting on a red stool, smiling and holding an open picture book with a bee and a flower illustration, in a colorful room with confetti and smiley face decorations on the wall. A plush bee toy is on a shelf beside her. The text on the image promotes a storytime event called 'Book Buds' happening Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm.

BOOKBUDS STORYTIME

BookBuds is a cozy, engaging storytime designed especially for young children. Each session features a carefully chosen children’s book followed by a hands-on activity that brings the story to life—like making art inspired by the book’s themes or characters. These experiences help build early literacy, spark creativity, and support emotional and social development in a calm, playful environment.

WED | FRI | SAT — 11AM-12PM

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OPEN STUDIO HOURS

Unleash your creativity during Open Studio Hours at the Clay Center! This drop-in art experience invites children to explore hands-on art activities led by our friendly education staff. Whether you're painting, drawing, or experimenting with new materials, there's always something fun to create! Perfect for families, caregivers, and young artists of all ages. Come make some colorful memories in the Art Studio!

TUES - SUN — 2PM-4PM