Youth Programming
CAAT-TASTIC Saturdays
Looking for a Saturday packed with excitement, learning, and discovery?
Join us for CAAT-TASTIC Saturdays—a day dedicated to fun-filled activities for kids in grades K-12. From engaging stories to empowering skills and thrilling science experiments, there’s something for everyone!
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!
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
Keep Music Alive
Keep Music Alive is offering free/no-cost beginner guitar and ukulele lessons at the CAAT Center on 4th Street on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 PM. Lessons are currently available to students Grades 2 to 6. Instruments will be provided, and space is limited.
If you would like more information, please email info@keepmusicalive.org and put Music Lessons in the subject line.
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!
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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 continue to expand into other schools.
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.
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.
JC Alignment's Kids' Vocal Discovery 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.
Empower Stage Theater Program
Legacy Arts Program
Legacy Arts Chester an organization on a mission to empower the youth of Chester and equip our city to flourish through the arts. Through teen art programs, mural projects and mentorship, we are committed to seeing our community thrive. Our team of passionate artists and volunteers work with club members on various art projects, homework assignments and personal passion projects. We want your child to reach their full potential, not only as an artist, but as a member of our Chester community. We are committed to treating your child with patience, love and respect while also challenging them to be the best version of themselves. Even though many of our students struggle with behavioral issues, we know that each student is worthy of respect and love. Our goal is to partner with you to help them overcome the obstacles that they face to achieve their dreams.
Purpose Performers
The Purpose Performers, led by Tiana Caldwell, is a dynamic dance company based at the CAAT Center in Chester, PA. Catering to dancers aged 4-16, the company embodies the motto "Dance with a Purpose," inspiring young performers to express themselves through movement while embracing the power and passion behind their art.
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!