Youth Programming
BABES
Our BABES sessions are always a hit with our young ladies. Brunch with us as we use our (b)eauty (a)nd (b)rains to (e)minate (s)isterhood! From DJ’ing workshops to sharing tips on fashion design, we provide the girls with skills and hobbies that could lead them down a potential career path. Moreover, we provide an open space for the girls to be able to share their thoughts and feelings with adults who will listen. Make sure you sign up your little lady up for our next BABES Brunch!
FURAHA African
Dance Company
The Furaha African Dance Company is a dynamic group hailing from Chester, Pennsylvania. Composed of talented students from the Chester Cultural Arts and Technology Center, the company is dedicated to celebrating African culture through the art of dance. Their performances showcase traditional African movements and rhythms, providing both entertainment and cultural education to the community.
Grades: K-12
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CAAT Klub
The CAAT Center is excited to bring you the “CAAT Klub,” a youth-led social club designed by our teens for our teens! In the spirit of partnership, the CAAT Center joined forces with STEM High School to recruit our first members who then came up with the structure, criteria, and some of the activities we have planned for the coming months. While STEM is the first high school to have a chapter in the CAAT Klub, we will expand to include Chester High beginning Fall 2022.
Girls who code
The CAAT Center is excited to bring you the "Girls who code" program. This program fosters a supportive community where girls can collaborate, share ideas, and build confidence in their abilities. By equipping them with the tools and knowledge to thrive in the digital age, this school program ignites a passion for coding and empowers young females to become future leaders in technology.
Girls Scouts
CAAT In The School
The CAAT Center's after-school programs provide a strong foundation in creative arts and crafts, allowing children to develop a deep appreciation for the arts in addition to sharpening important skills. Furthermore, encouraging self-expression and creativity through these activities is crucial for promoting comprehensive academic and personal development.
Additionally, we are igniting a passion for learning and guiding children toward bright futures as aspiring scientists, engineers, and mathematicians by immersing them in fundamental STEM experiences through interactive games and hands-on activities!
JC Alignment's
Discovery Program
Kids' Vocal
High Hopes City Stilt Walking
HIGH HOPES CITY STILT WALKERS is an inner city youth, beginners, stilt training program
taught by Sistah Mafalda- a 20 year professional Stilt Walker who turns energy into Creativity. HIGH HOPES CITY STILT WALKERS integrate storytelling with spiritual and material aspects of life to restore balance between humanity and nature, and harmony in our community and planet.
Empower Stage Theater Program
Don’t forget to sign your mini songstress up for JC Alignment's voice lessons, happening every Tuesday and Friday at the Downtown CAAT from 4-7pm starting March 5, 2024! Scholarships are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Unlock the magic of music with JC Alignment's Kids' Vocal Discovery Program! Designed for children aged 5 to 11, this engaging program introduces young voices to the joy of singing, rhythm, and creative storytelling. Through games, exploration, and a fun Grand Concert, kids develop not only musical skills but also essential life skills like confidence and teamwork in a positive, supportive environment.
The program is 9 weeks culminating in a recital showcase for family and friends of the participants to attend.
Adult Programming
Community Theater
Creating Digital Citizens
We are on a journey to create digital citizens! This 4 week workshop is a crash course in learning basic computer and internet skills such as communicating safely online and protecting yourself from scam and fraud. Sign up today to become a digital citizen tomorrow!
Family Programming
Families of Harambe
A social service program working to unify & strength the family bond.
Families of Harambee is a seven-week program designed to encourage positive relationships among African American adults and their children. Encompassing the 7 Principals of Kwanzaa, the program is reinforced through communication, cooperation and cultural exploration. The mission is to unify African American families by increasing interpersonal relationships, promoting cultural awareness and reinforcing the importance of social economics.
Candle Making Sessions
Join hostess and curator, Brittani Hales, for her “Melt To Make” Candle Making Sessions held exclusively at the Downtown CAAT! Join us as we delight our sense of smell and use our hands to create and mold your perfect candle!
BABES
Our BABES sessions are always a hit with our young ladies. Brunch with us as we use our (b)eauty (a)nd (b)rains to (e)minate (s)isterhood! From DJ’ing workshops to sharing tips on fashion design, we provide the girls with skills and hobbies that could lead them down a potential career path. Moreover, we provide an open space for the girls to be able to share their thoughts and feelings with adults who will listen. Make sure you sign up your little lady up for our next BABES Brunch!