Registration is now open for the City of Hoboken’s winter youth and young adult art programs, according to an announcement from Mayor Ravi Bhalla and the Hoboken Division of Cultural Affairs. Sign-ups opened on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 3 p.m., with programs scheduled to begin in January and offer creative opportunities throughout the winter season.
- Registration for Hoboken’s winter youth and young adult art programs is open now through RecDesk, with classes starting in January.
- Programs serve toddlers through young adults and include art, dance, theater, fashion, music, sewing, and dedicated options for students with special needs.
- Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with free enrollment available for families who qualify for free or reduced lunch.
Winter Programs Center on Creativity and Community Engagement
City officials stated that the winter art schedule is designed to support creative learning and artistic expression during the colder months. Mayor Ravi Bhalla said the programs show that creativity continues to thrive in Hoboken year-round and are intended to bring residents together while offering opportunities to learn and connect through the arts. The Division of Cultural Affairs organized the winter programming to provide structured, accessible creative outlets for young residents during the winter.
Programs Cover Visual Arts, Dance, Theater, and Design
The winter lineup includes a range of programs serving toddlers through young adults, with several options specifically structured for students with special needs. Visual arts offerings include My Mini Museum for grades K–2, a seven-week art exploration club using artists as inspiration, and Artist-Inspired/Kid-Created for grades 3–6, a seven-week program introducing different artists and techniques.
Art in the Park is available for children ages 1–4 as a six-week indoor program combining art activities, crafts, story time, and limited outdoor play when weather permits. Fashion and design programs include Fashion and Upcycling for grades 5–12, focused on creating designs with upcycled clothing, and Fashion and Upcycling for Special Needs for ages 10–24, offering adapted instruction.
Dance classes include Freestyle Dance for grades 2–8, featuring styles such as salsa and hip hop with an emphasis on rhythm and coordination, and Freestyle Dance for Special Needs for grades 3–12, focusing on expression, coordination, and social engagement. Theater programs include Creative Drama for Pre-K and kindergarten students, emphasizing confidence, communication, and teamwork through dramatic play, and Theater Games for grades 1–8, centered on improvisation and collaborative theater exercises.
Additional offerings include Sewing and Design for grades 1–12, covering hand sewing, machine sewing, and design fundamentals. One-on-One Music Lessons for Special Needs are offered for ages 6–22 at The Drum Den, located at 333 Newark St. Art Lessons for Special Needs are available for ages 14–22 as six-week group classes held at Urban Arts, located at 720 Monroe St.
Registration Process, Enrollment Limits, and Fee Information
All winter youth and young adult art programs are available for registration through RecDesk at hoboken.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Enrollment is limited, with classes filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and programs that do not reach minimum enrollment may be canceled. Program fees and detailed descriptions are listed on RecDesk, and families who qualify for free or reduced lunch are eligible to register for classes at no cost. For further information, residents may contact Annie McAdams with the Hoboken Division of Cultural Affairs at [email protected].
