Creative Experiences
As we always say, there’s something for everyone in the Warwick Valley, and creative experiences are no exception. Looking to reconnect with your favorite instrument, or learn how to play for the first time? Or really make the time to tap into that desire to create art? Maybe you’re finally going to sign up for those dance classes, for you and the kids?
There’s something in the air here, that steers us to create. So find whatever art form suits you – here in Warwick, Greenwood Lake, Florida, and Pine Island.
Click on the names of the creative experiences and the map, below, for more information – and let your passion lead you.
Strike a chord.
Melinda's Music specializes in neurological challenges for all ages (including stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, and more). In 2012, Melinda's Music became the first music therapy consultant to work for a school district in Orange County, NY. Home and facility visits are available for individuals suffering from general depression, low self-esteem, and a variety of medical ailments.
Come to Pura Vida’s in-studio music training lessons where you can learn a variety of instruments, as well as lessons in reading sheet music and music theory. Learning how to play an instrument or make music is a great way to teach kids patience, and how rewarding learning a new skill, and expressing oneself, can be. Students of all ages and skill levels are welcome.
Take lessons, join a band, and perform live at the Warwick Valley's innovative music school – The Rock Underground of Greenwood Lake and the newly formed Rock Underground of Warwick (located in the former Warwick Music School in Pine Island location)! The Rock Underground offers lessons, performance ensembles, live shows, recording, glee, toddler jams, adult program, music gear, and much more. Call for a free trial lesson.
For over 75 years, the Warwick Valley’s longest continually active singing group – the Warwick Valley Chorale – has performed at the Warwick Musical Festival, as well as numerous community events near and far. Members range from high school students to senior citizens and are from many communities within Orange County, as well as neighboring New Jersey.
Express yourself.
Is your inner DIY itching for a fun new project without having to buy all your own supplies? And not make a mess at your house? Are you looking for a night out with your friends? Well, this is the place! Book a class or schedule a private party at Board & Brush, right in the heart of Warwick.
Step into the Warwick Valley’s magical candy store – Fizzy Lifting Soda Pop Candy Shop – and your kids will delight in a variety of sodas, bulk candy, old-fashioned candies, and novelty items. But when they venture into the extra special craft room the magic really begins for your little artists. Come in and create amazing masterpieces including ceramic painting, Fizzy Slime making, Tape & Paint, Gumball Art, Tote bags, Heart Art, and more!
Pura Vida, taken from Costa Rican culture, literally means "The Simple Life." And it's probably just that life that most of us desire, but it's easier said than done. Pura Vida Art Training & Supply Work believes in teaching, learning, and applying the fundamentals to their art, painting, drawing, and adult painting classes and music lessons while supporting individualistic creativity. Step away from your busy day and seek Pura Vida.
Since 1972, Sundog Stained Glass Studio has been an artisan fixture in the hamlet of Sugar Loaf specializing in stained glass custom designs, restorations, etchings, and more. Sundog works with the finest of materials, and lead as well as copper foil techniques. Weekly classes are ongoing and run every Wednesday and Saturday from 10:00 until 1:00.
Center the clay, and you center yourself. Discover the meditative and rewarding experience of making pottery in weekly classes learning wheel throwing, hand building, glazing, and more. Plan fun parties for friends, groups, and families. Individual lessons are also available.
Wickham Works is a non-profit, community-driven arts organization based at the Warwick Community Center. It hosts a creative reuse maker space, Too Good to Toss, and produces public art events and workshops open to all. Check out Wickham Works on Facebook for Children's Workshops, and upcoming events.
Give it a whirl.
Located in the home of the black dirt – Pine Island – Black Dirt Dance offers quality dance and aerial instruction to students of all ages in a safe environment with certified and experienced professionals. Black Dirt Dance is proud to share what they know and love – the art of dance – and help their students realize their creative and physical potential.
D’Antono Dance Academy is another Pine Island dance studio gem, teaching dance styles for everyone including ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip hop, contemporary, musical theater, acro, and adult fitness classes. They offer quality instruction for all ages, so join the fun!
You don’t have to be Irish to Irish dance, and the Sheahan-Gormley School of Irish Dance has a mission is to educate, elevate, and inspire through the power of Irish dance, music, and culture. Experience and enjoy everything that comes from being a part of the Sheahan-Gormley studio: the classes, training, teaching, teamwork, and breathtaking performances, all bring the feeling of real competitive success.
Grab your partner and head over to Sunset Dance Studios to sharpen your fancy footwork and have some fun. Sunset Studios has dance parties, workshops, studio rentals, and classes in East Coast Swing & Hustle, Argentine Tango Nuevo, Salsa, and more.
With over thirty years of dance and teaching experience, The Moving Company Dance Center is a school of contemporary dance that offers a variety of dance classes to students of all levels and abilities. Grab this opportunity to learn, create, choreograph, and perform in an environment that allows students to express themselves freely and creatively.
The Warwick Center for the Performing Arts, founded in 2017, offers professional training in ballet, dance, and musical theater. WCPA will be moving this summer to 28 Church Street, conveniently located in Warwick, with ample parking and over 10,000 square ft! Follow WCPA as they finish the state-of-the-art facility with sprung floors, central ac, 26 ft ceilings, and six studios.