When FUN is the motivation, LEARNING is the result! We specialize in art-based enrichment activities for kids that nurture creativity, fine motor development, brain development and social skills, while having fun!
Our creative learning studio is located inside St Matthew's Lutheran Church - 3668 Ridge Rd, Perkasie, PA. Our space is cozy, and seats are limited to prevent over- crowding, so please register early!
Be sure to join our mailing list below to get updates in real time directly to your inbox or E-Mail Barbara with specific questions: create@theartoasis.net
What's Coming Up? (At a Glance)
"The Dot" - Learn more about our upcoming APRIL PREVIEW CLASS HERE
"All About ME!" - 6-week exploration for Mommy & ME - Wednesdays and Fridays starting Wednesday May 14 (Find details here)
Art Afterschool! Our 2-hour drop-off program for our public, private and home school explorers runs 8 weeks starting TUES May 6 - June 24, 4:30 - 6:30PM Register here
FUN FRIDAYS! Our Family "Create Together" drop-in days are a great way to preview what we have to offer! For children ages 2+ and parent/caregiver.
Summer Art Camp Explorations: Starts June 24 - *Get more details here.
Art Explorers Subscription Box - (Available June 1) *Details to follow!
Meet your Teacher/Navigators here - and see our photo gallery here!
For other questions and inquiries, please contact Barbara: 267-245-5938 or e-mail create@theartoasis.net
Art Explorers Club: APRIL Preview Class!
WEDNESDAY April 30, 2025
"The Dot" - Come join us for this 90-minute preview and see what our Art Explorers Club is all about! AM session: 10 - 11:30AM - OR - PM session 1 - 2:30PM.
This preview is designed as a "Mommy & Me" class for preschoolers ages 3 - 5. Mom, dad, or caregiver is welcome to come and create with their child. (Younger siblings are welcome to join us!)
This 90-minute session is carefully designed to nurture your child's creativity, fine motor skills, social skills and love for learning. A story, all supplies, materials, take home projects and instruction are included!
Get the details and register for your session below! (You will be taken to our secure online shop.) Please direct questions to Barbara: create@theartoasis.net
FOR AM Preview session - 10 AM - 11:30 AM USE THIS LINK
Mommy & Me - We Explore "All About ME"! (6 Week Exploration)
Starts WED. May 14 & Fri May 16, 2025
Come join us for 6 weeks of fun and creative exploration!
Select One:
Wednesdays - AM Session only: 10 - 11:30 AM
Fridays - Morning Session 10 - 11:30 OR Afternoon Session: 1 - 2:30 PM
Are you ready for some creative time with your preschooler? This engaging and fun-filled series is perfect for children aged 3-5 years and their parent or caregiver. (Younger siblings are welcome to join us!) (St Matthew's Perkasie Location)
In our "All About Me" series we will explore self-concept by creating life-sized self-portraits, mixed media name paintings, "All About Me" story books and more!
Each 90-minute session is designed to nurture your child's creativity, fine motor skills, social skills and love for learning. All supplies, materials, take home projects and instruction are included!
REGISTER HERE: All About Me 6 Week Series
WEDNESDAYS May 14 - June 18
WEDNESDAY AM Session: 10-11:30AM REGISTER HERE
FRIDAYS May 16 - June 20
Art Explorers' Camp: Creative Summer Fun!
Come and join us in exploring & celebrating SUMMER!
*8 weeks starting June 24 - August 14 - Tues/Wed/Thurs
Select a 4, 6 or 8-week schedule:
1 day (Wednesday)
2 days (Tues & Thursday) or
3 days (Tues/Wed/Thurs).
- AM Session: 8:30AM - 11:30AM (3 - 5-year-olds)
- PM Session: 12PM - 3PM - (6-8-year-olds)
More Details to follow! To get the latest updates sent right to your inbox, please subscribe to our e-mail list below!
Coming Up: Spring/Summer 2025
April Preview Class
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
"All About ME" 6-week Exploration
"All About ME" 6-week Exploration
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
"All About ME" 6-week Exploration
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
TUES/WED/THURS
Starts June 24
(Ages 3- 5 and 6 - 8)
Contact Barbara for a Registration form.
Call: 267-245-5938
Fun Fridays! (Family Art Mornings)
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
We Explore Summer - 8-week Session
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
Pajamas & Paint
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
A twice a month FUN 3-hour evening program just for kids!
*Enrolling Soon!
Contact Barbara for enrollment information:
267-245-5938 or create@theartoasis.net
Art Explorers Adventure Box
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
Wonderful World STEAM Explorers
Our Subscription box includes 4 art projects and surprise activities for one monthly price!
*Our Launch is scheduled for June 1! Released on June 1st!
To get updates and launch information, register here for our e-mail list.
Wonderful World STEAM Explorers
Art Afterschool! For 6 - 9-year-olds
Wonderful World STEAM Explorers
Starts Sept. 8, 2025
(Ages 3 - 5)
Morning: 9 - 11:30
Afternoon: 12:30 - 3:00
Contact Barbara for enrollment information:
267-245-5938 or create@theartoasis.net
Meet Your Teacher/Navigators!
Lauren Bruge & Barbara Gini
Our art-based Explorer's Club and Play-based STEAM preschool program (coming fall of 2025) is led by Miss Lauren (an experienced preschool teacher & tutor with more than 10 years of experience) and Miss Barb (Former homeschool mom, preschool classroom assistant, author & recreational programming designer/coordinator.)
Our enrichment programs provide a warm and supportive environment for both you and your child to bond, express your creativity, and explore our world together while promoting their important developmental milestones!
We can't wait to explore with you!
Classes & Activities for Every Age & Stage:
Tiny Explorers: Ages 2 -3 - (Mommy & Me) - We explore language and the senses through storytelling, songs, "loose parts" play, collage and processed-based art. We encourage gross motor skills, hand/eye coordination, color and shape recognition.
Preschool Explorers: Ages 3 - 5 - (Mommy & Me) - We explore themes through story, sensory, "loose parts", collage and processed-based art. We refine fine motor skills, hand/eye coordination, color and shape recognition, social skills and self-expression.
Little Explorers: Ages 6 - 8 - We expand skills and explore everyday themes through basic concepts of lines, shapes, simple figures, patterns, symmetry and color mixing with different materials and mediums. Self- expression, and social skills are reinforced.
Creative Explorers: Ages 9 -12 - We explore creative themes as we refine emerging skills. Sketching with more detail, different paint techniques, materials and textures, perspective and proportion, introduction to art history/famous artists.
Adventure Explorers: Ages 13 - 15 - We explore ways of refining techniques & developing a personal art style. Refine techniques such as drawing and shading, art styles and movements, digital art and more complex and detailed projects.
Oasis Explorers: Ages 16 and up - We explore our mastery of techniques, mediums and personal voice in art. Creating a cohesive body of work, advanced concepts (anatomy, color theory and composition), portfolio development, exploring/critiquing contemporary art and trends.
Homeschool Explorers: All ages and adaptations to a variety of themes.
To stay updated on our upcoming previews and series, please register for our e-newsletter below.
Our Creative Learning Studio:
We Are a Member of:
The National Afterschool Association
Pennsylvania School-Age Childcare Alliance
The National Afterschool Association
The professional membership association for people who work with and for youth during Out-of-School time. NAA fosters positive youth outcomes by supporting, developing, and advocating for afterschool professionals
Children in Nature Network
Pennsylvania School-Age Childcare Alliance
The National Afterschool Association
Aims to increase and encourage access to nature for children and reconnect children with nature's joys and lessons, its profound physical and mental bounty, and support a movement of leaders working to ensure that all children have access to outdoor spaces where they can learn, play, and grow
Pennsylvania School-Age Childcare Alliance
Pennsylvania School-Age Childcare Alliance
Pennsylvania School-Age Childcare Alliance
Formed in 1993 by stakeholders committed to expanding high-quality after-school programs in Pennsylvania that reinforce the educational experiences of children, promotes personal and social development, and fosters a lifelong interest in learning