Welcome

Discover the joy of creativity at Creative Arts Workshop! Serving Rockland County since 2020, we offer a variety of arts programs for children and families. From after school programs to summer camps, there's something for everyone.

CAW believes that no family shall be denied our arts-based services based on financial reasons. You may request a pay what you can rate or full scholarship to any of our after school programs, special events, holiday camps, or summer camps. Email info@arts-workshop.com to request. This is the Tony Garreffa Living Through the Arts Scholarship, which is supported by CAW tuition revenue and donations from people who believe in the mission and the healing power of the arts. To learn more or donate to our mission, click HERE.

Learn more about CAW

CAW Open House Come check us out! Saturday, April 5, 2025 10-11am

CAW has been servicing the community since 2020 and would love for you to learn more about us! Our open house is a great opportunity to check out the studios, meet with our teaching artists, see the types of programs we offer, and a q and a with the owner. Light refreshments available and you are welcome to pop-in anytime between 10-11am. No RSVP necessary.

After School Arts with Transportation from UNES, VCE, or LIBERTY

Transportation to CAW from Nyack Elementary Schools is a super helpful option for parents. CAW enrolls throughout the school year. Learn more and enroll!

2025/2026 school year After School Arts at CAW PRE-REGISTRATION SAVE YOUR SEAT

After school arts at CAW is an experience for kids to spend their after school hours in a creative and fun environment that looks through the lens of each special child. Our team is a caring group that leads as mentors, creative guides, and family partners. Sign up for 1-5 days a week at CAW, but RSVP now to make sure you save your seat on the shuttle or bus from VCE, LIBERTY, or UNES. Drop-off also available.

Holiday Camps

School closed or closing early for a half day? No worries. CAW is here with our Holiday Camps to save the day. With over 20 school year holiday camps, we have parents covered.

Kids Night Out

Each evening includes popcorn, take-home craft, dance club, pizza party and cartoons. Drop off starts at 6pm and pick up at 8:30pm

Run a PTA or Youth Group? Schedule your own KNO to raise funds for your group! CAW shares 50% of ticket sales with your group.

CAW only operates KNO when scheduled as a fundraiser.

Email: info@arts-workshop.com to schedule your fundraiser.

Birthday Parties

CAW knows how to party and also how to make it totally easy for the parents! Our parties have received GLOWING reviews from kids and parents alike!

Small Group Summer Camps

Children thrive in many styles of environments, CAW knows this and is why we keep our camps small, intentional and fun. Whether studio & downtown Nyack based campus or Oratamin Swim Club & Nature Reserve Camp, we have an option perfect for your child.

Special Events

Open House at CAW for new families. Interested in our after school programs, camps, or events? Join us for our Spring open house on Saturday, April 5 anytime between 10-11am. Studio tours, teaching artist meet and greets, Q&A with owner, Joe Garreffa, and refreshments!

Spring Youth Makers Market is now taking RSVPS for booths. Participants must be between age 4-18 and available to stay for the entire market. Registration opens Monday, March 10, 2025.

Youth Group Food & Learning Tours of Nyack, NY

Since the beginning, we have orchestrated fun and educational youth group tours of Nyack, NY. From mystery scavenger hunts, pizza tours, Women Leadership of Nyack, Sweet's & Treats tour, and others. This is a wonderful to gather your youth group for an unforgettable and delicious exploration!

What you should know this week

Upcoming March Holiday Camps: Friday, March 14 9-3:30pm - Friday, March 21 12-6pm - Friday, March 28 12-6pm

Spring after school arts schedule will be announced Friday, March 7 2025

Summer weeks at CAW Studio & Oratamin day camps are open for registration and beginning to fill up. Join us this summer for nature arts, community exploration, and fun!