Activites, Camps and After School Classes in Milford, CT

Get ready for a week of slime madness! It's going to be an absolute blast with endless opportunities for creative fun. Campers will have the chance to learn how to make various types of slime and take home their own unique creations each day. But that's not all - they'll also get the chance to select their very own ceramic piece to paint and personalize. With something new to create every day, this week is sure to be a hit! Don't miss out on securing your spot, as it tends to sell out fast. Let's dive into a world of smiles and artistic adventures together!

Welcome to our Villains and Superheroes Camp! Get ready for a thrilling week filled with creativity, adventure, and endless imagination. This unique camp is the perfect summer escapade for kids who love comic books, stories of heroic deeds, and the intriguing shadows of villainy. Throughout this week-long event, campers will dive into a world where capes, masks, and superpowers are the daily norm, engaging in a variety of artistic activities central to iconic heroes and infamous villains.​​ ​

Throughout this week, students will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity by bringing scenes and characters from their favorite movies to life. We will explore various artistic techniques such as acrylic painting, watercolor, and mixed media, ensuring that students not only have a fantastic time at camp but also develop their artistic skills. It's going to be a week filled with laughter, learning, and lots of fun!

Throughout this week, students will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity by bringing scenes and characters from their favorite movies to life. We will explore various artistic techniques such as acrylic painting, watercolor, and mixed media, ensuring that students not only have a fantastic time at camp but also develop their artistic skills. It's going to be a week filled with laughter, learning, and lots of fun!

Welcome to Canvas Creations Camp! Dive into a week dedicated to unleashing your creativity on canvas, mastering skills with acrylics, and exploring a variety of themes. Each day, campers will create a new masterpiece, from the enchanting depths of 'Under the Sea' to the serene landscapes of 'Beaches and Beyond.' With a new theme daily, students are guaranteed a fun and diverse experience, filled with learning and laughter. No matter the skill level, our nurturing environment encourages everyone to express themselves and grow as young artists. Join us for a week of artistic adventure, where giggles and brushes paint a world of imagination on canvas!

Get ready to celebrate our wonderful country with a week filled with crafts and creativity! As it's a shorter week, we have planned an array of exciting activities that will surely bring joy to our campers. We will dive into the world of art by exploring various techniques such as painting on canvas, collaging, and mixed media. Our campers will have the opportunity to express their unique ideas and create beautiful masterpieces that are bound to bring smiles to everyone's faces!

Unleash your creativity in a unique setting at the "In the Dark Art Camp," where young artists are invited to explore the mysterious and captivating world of glow-in-the-dark and UV-responsive art. This immersive art experience encourages campers to step out of the conventional light and dive into techniques that flourish in the dark, stimulating their artistic senses in new and unexpected ways. ​

Celebrating Women's History Month, we will be highlighting and honoring fearless females at the studio. Each week, we will be creating a work of art inspired by a female who has made history. This 2-hour class offers a mix of creativity and art education. Students work independently on unique projects, learning about composition, shading, blending, and more. This class not only fosters creativity but also connects like-minded art enthusiasts. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Join us for our NEW Afterschool Art Club for artists age 7-10. We are beginning this new program with a pretty epic theme (if you ask us!) Myths, Magic and Monsters! Artists will create their very own ‘Lord of the Rings’ inspired map, with plenty of creative freedom to help you fill it with adventure and imagination. We will handcraft a three-dimensional Monster Book of Monsters, create a mixed media sea monster on canvas and craft oversized monster head masks. This class is designed for artists age 7-10. If you artist falls outside of this range but is interested in participating, please reach out to us directly.

We will take your child step by step through a painting breaking it down for all to follow. With a very loose and organic stroke everyone who can pick up a paint brush will be able to recreate their very own work of art with our staff's guidance. During the process our staff will educate everyone on technique which will help them to be able to walk away with the ability to practice at home. During each session the children will be able to break for snacks and drinks to help make their time even more fun!

We will take your child step by step through a painting breaking it down for all to follow. With a very loose and organic stroke everyone who can pick up a paint brush will be able to recreate their very own work of art with our staff's guidance. During the process our staff will educate everyone on technique which will help them to be able to walk away with the ability to practice at home. During each session the children will be able to break for snacks and drinks to help make their time even more fun!

We will take your child step by step through a painting breaking it down for all to follow. With a very loose and organic stroke everyone who can pick up a paint brush will be able to recreate their very own work of art with our staff's guidance. During the process our staff will educate everyone on technique which will help them to be able to walk away with the ability to practice at home. During each session the children will be able to break for snacks and drinks to help make their time even more fun!

Get ready for a week of slime madness! It's going to be an absolute blast with endless opportunities for creative fun. Campers will have the chance to learn how to make various types of slime and take home their own unique creations each day. But that's not all - they'll also get the chance to select their very own ceramic piece to paint and personalize. With something new to create every day, this week is sure to be a hit! Don't miss out on securing your spot, as it tends to sell out fast. Let's dive into a world of smiles and artistic adventures together!

We are so excited to experience the magic of "Fairy Frolic" during this week of Piglet Camp! Our little artists will embark on a creative adventure, building whimsical fairy houses and crafting tiny furniture using a variety of materials, including natural elements and cardboard. Guided by our attentive Piglet staff, campers will design and construct their own enchanting fairy worlds, transforming imagination into art. Plus, we will have time for stories, songs and sensory play! Join us at The Giggling Pig Art Camp for a week of creativity, hands-on fun, and fairy tale magic! ​

We are off to the zoo this week at Piglet Camp! Our artists will be creating animal-inspired projects throughout the week, exploring different species and habitats through sensory play + process art. Every day will start will stories and songs! We are SO looking forward to this week!

Join us for a morning of creativity and magic! This program will be filled with opportunities for hands-on, open-ended play with a focus on sensory exploration. Our goal is to support children's sense of wonder by providing new sensory opportunities. We explore items such as water, play-dough, and rice in a meaningful context. We promise, you’ll love it ! Recommended for Ages 0 - 5 (but all ages welcome!)

Join us for an absolutely magical play date with Princess Ariel! We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Ariel to our studio! This 75 minute playdate will feature a meet & greet, storytime and sing along with Princess Ariel plus a Little Mermaid-themed play doh bar, Under the Sea sensory tables, magical treasure chest making & more! Space is limited for this special pop-up. Caregiver required.

Friday morning Cafe + Play is back! Cafe + Play is a open ended morning of creativity and magic + coffee! This program will be filled with opportunities for hands-on, open-ended play with a focus on sensory exploration. Our goal is to support children's sense of wonder by providing new sensory opportunities. We explore items such as water, play-dough, and rice in a meaningful context. We promise, you’ll love it ! Cafe + Play will be held 10 - 11 and 11- 12pm at the studio on Friday mornings. Please register for the hour of your choice. There is an option to add an additional half hour or hour if you'd like to extend your stay. Recommended for Ages 0 - 5 (but all ages welcome!)

Friday morning Cafe + Play is back! Cafe + Play is a open ended morning of creativity and magic + coffee! This program will be filled with opportunities for hands-on, open-ended play with a focus on sensory exploration. Our goal is to support children's sense of wonder by providing new sensory opportunities. We explore items such as water, play-dough, and rice in a meaningful context. We promise, you’ll love it ! Cafe + Play will be held 10 - 11 and 11- 12pm at the studio on Friday mornings. Please register for the hour of your choice. There is an option to add an additional half hour or hour if you'd like to extend your stay. Recommended for Ages 0 - 5 (but all ages welcome!)

We know sometimes, you just need a minute. (Or 90 minutes!) We see you. We have developed a brand new drop off program at the studio for toddlers 2.5-4.5: Piglet’s Preschool. This thoughtfully designed experience focuses on holistic development in a sensory rich environment. We will work on gross motor skills, language development, and sensory exploration for your toddler's holistic development. Why Piglet School? Small Classes: 🤝 Personalized Attention Guarantee. Benefit from our low teacher-to-student ratio as our dedicated staff nurtures each child's unique journey with individualized care. Independence Building: 🌱 Our drop-off classes support toddlers in developing independence and socialization, aiding them in adapting to structured routines. Skill Development: 🎨 Engage in structured activities that enhance key developmental areas, laying the foundation for future learning.

Join us for a magical 6-week art journey where creativity and storytelling come to life! Each week, young artists will be inspired by a beloved children’s storybook and explore a new artistic medium, from painting and collage to clay and more. Through hands-on projects, children will develop fine motor skills, self-expression, and a love for both art and storytelling. Our playful, process-based approach encourages imagination and confidence, making this the perfect first art class for budding creators! No prior experience is needed—just a love for stories and a sense of adventure. Highlights: ✨ A different storybook theme each week ✨ Experimentation with a variety of art materials ✨ Engaging, age-appropriate projects ✨ Small class sizes for personalized guidance Let’s turn favorite tales into colorful masterpieces!