Blue Door Studio has been offering art classes to students of all ages for the past 10 years. Claudia Venditto (RISD MAT 1995) studio owner and director also has 20 yrs+ teaching experience in the Cranston Public School System. At Blue Door Studio we offer a sequential based art program for students of all levels (ages two to adult). We teach life long art skills that our students develop from the moment they walk through our Blue Door! Our learning environment is positive, enjoyable and educational. We excel at progressing our students’ development as artists. We feel it is important to teach technique and art vocabulary to strengthen our students’ skills as confident artists!
Mini Movers Studio is an on-location dance studio dedicated to inspiring movement and fun for children between the ages of 2 and 10. In offering an array of classes, Mini Movers provides top notch instruction while instilling confidence and creativity in young movers!
Amidst the change of “normalcy”, Mini Movers Studio now offers virtual classes! Any child from anywhere can take our dance classes, regardless of dance experience. See what we’re all about and register today!
Makers is a {process-based} art studio for kids walking – 5th grade. We offer classes, workshops and camps designed to
encourage creativity & inspire babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school children to use their imagination.
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Makers was founded on the belief that creative experiences are highly beneficial for the emotional, intellectual and ​developmental growth of children.
We introduce students to a variety of materials, techniques and tools that promote play, exploration, and encourage confidence.
The Art Museum offers a provocative diversity of creative voices in its historic Newport setting. Visitors can expect treasures from its permanent collection featuring American art from the late 19th century to the present, as well as programmed exhibitions of contemporary art. Dedicated Museum docents are available to offer guided tours of the campus and educate visitors on the architecture, artwork and history of the Museum. Artist Talks, film screenings, lectures and musical performances are scheduled throughout the year.
The Warwick Center for the Art’s core commitment is to serve as a center dedicated to uniting the community through the arts. We will connect all ages and abilities to a variety of arts activities through exhibits, educational programs and cultural experiences. Emerging and established artists will find a unique and inviting space in which to share their creative vision with the community.
Rhode Island School of Design Continuing Education offers a rich variety of traditional and digital art and design courses, courses for credit, and certificate programs for adults, teens and children. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Providence ¡CityArts! for Youth is a community arts organization with a mission to provide free professional arts education to Providence youth between ages 8-14. ¡CityArts! serves over 1200 youth in afterschool, daytime, and summer arts programs citywide, offering meaningful learning experiences in visual art and design, performing arts, and creative writing. Our work is inspired by the creative process of art-making and the exploration of ideas and concepts that shape our communities and everyday lives.
Just Dance! strives to provide a fun and positive experience for all ages and levels while learning the art of Tap, Ballet, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre , Acro & Pointe.
Music Together in Barrington is an early childhood music and movement program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the adults who love them.
Kaleidoscope Theatre is a professional touring theatre company based in Cranston, Rhode Island. We are primarily a children’s theatre company providing educational performances to schools and fairy tale musicals to theaters throughout southern New England and beyond.
Artists’ Exchange is a 501c3 nonprofit arts collaborative offering enriching classes and events in art, music and theater. We are proudly owned and operated by Gateways to Change, Inc.
RIMOSA focuses on the building blocks of both art and science; curiosity, observation, experimentation, and communication. The mission of the Rhode Island Museum of Science and Art is to merge art and science creating innovative, interactive exhibits and programs that awaken curiosity, encourage experimentation, and improve understanding of the world around us.
- Suitable for school aged children.
- Fenced in.
This is a small playground with one play structure and two swing sets. The play structure has one slide and some monkey bars. One of the swing sets has baby swings. There are a few benches and not much shade.
Kaleidoscope Theatre is a professional touring theatre company based in Cranston, Rhode Island. We are primarily a children’s theatre company providing educational performances to schools and fairy tale musicals to theaters throughout southern New England and beyond.
- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
- Accessible
This playground has a large, wheelchair accessible play structure with several fun features. There is a splash pad right next to the playground, so bear that in mind in the summer & bring a suit. Ample seating with some shade along the side.
- Suitable for toddlers – school age
- Fenced in
Paterson Park Playground has swings (baby and bigger kid), play structures, a small sandbox, open space for kids to run and two small basketball courts.
- Suitable for older kids.
- Fenced in.
This playground boasts gigantic climbing structures, a tall slide, swings and a small sandbox. If you get bored of the play gound you can explore India Point Park and check out the water.
Artists’ Exchange is a 501c3 nonprofit arts collaborative offering enriching classes and events in art, music and theater. We are proudly owned and operated by Gateways to Change, Inc.
- Suitable for all ages.
- Fenced in.
- Accessible.
This great playground within Roger Williams Park has so much to do and explore. There are several play structures, swings including two oversized swings. There is a candy land style rainbow road that kids love to run on, features designed for imaginative play, and monkey bars. In the unlikely event that the kids get bored with the playground there are endless other things to explore within the rest of the park.
Located amid 40 acres of beautiful woodlands, Roger Williams Park Zoo provides visitors the opportunity to see animals from all over the globe – some more than a million years old. Naturalistic surroundings are home to more than 150 animals including a Komodo dragon, as well as zebras, red pandas, African elephants, Masai giraffes, snow leopards, bears, anteaters, flamingoes, sloths, alligators and more!
Kids from two to 102 have the opportunity to feed giraffes and harbor seals, as well as an array of farmyard animals. For something slightly out of the ordinary, visit our new Explore and Soar area offering an exhilarating zip ride, a train excursion through the woodlands and camel rides.
Popular park with both animal attractions & green space filled with ponds, a rose garden, & public statues.
With a unique mix of sophisticated shops, eateries, and boutiques, our charming village design invites open-air shopping in all seasons. We are conveniently located only 10 minutes from Providence and minutes from T.F. Green Airport…Garden City Center, this is your natural place.
- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
This small playground beside the Glen Hills School has a swing set and a play structure with slides, as well as a little merry go round like toy. There are benches and picnic tables.
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- Suitable for various ages.
- Fenced in.
This small playground has a climbing structure and swingset. It has a few benches. Note that there is not much shade, if it’s a sunny day bring sunscreen!
- Suitable for multiple ages
- Mostly fenced in.
- Bathrooms nearby.
The playground in Slater Park is a lot of fun for kids of all ages. They have two large spiderweb climbers, a play structure suitable for older children as well as a section for young children/toddlers. There are swings, slides & right outside the gate is a large elephant statue. There is plenty of free parking, and Daggett Farm is practically right next to the playground. Within Daggett Farm there are ride on toys for kids to play with and animals to look at. Be aware that Daggett has very limited shade. Bring sunscreen and know that it gets hot! There is also lots to explore within Slater Park itself.
- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
This small playground beside the baseball field has a swing set and a play structure with two slides, a bridge, a zipline, and climbing features. This playground does not have shade.
*address is approximate
- Suitable for multiple ages.
- Fenced in.
This playground is part of the Norman Olson Park and has a swings as well as a medium sized play structure with a slide and climbing elements. There is little shade, so pack sunscreen.
Join the Ocean State Montessori School community for our annual Fall Open House, which kicks off admissions for the 2021-2022 school year. This year’s Fall Open House will be held virtually on Saturday, November 21st at 9am. Zoom registration is required for the interactive session which will give prospective families an opportunity to virtually tour the school, learn about the admissions process, discover the Montessori method and more!
