Arts |Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine

Arts

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine encourages creative expression in all our members. Research shows that youth who participate in the arts are more likely to succeed academically. To ensure our members are able to take full advantage of their talents, we offer an array of arts programs geared to encourage our members’ interests and abilities. BGCSM offers something for everyone: fine arts, performing arts, digital art, music, and culinary arts. Programming varies from Club to Club.

For more information, contact Erin Giwer, Senior Program Director, at egiwer@bgcmaine.org.

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How We Make A Difference

With our Arts programs, members develop creativity, imagination, and expression through the joyful discovery of the Arts.

246 Members proudly displayed their work for the 2022 Arts & Photography Exhibit

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Art programs and classes are held in the Clubs every year

Arts Programs

Fine Arts

Exposing youth to fine arts promotes self-expression and creative communication. Celebrating our young artists helps to build confidence. BGCSM’s year-round fine arts program encourages artistic expression among Club members ages 6 to 18. Every week, members are able to explore artistic outlets including drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, mixed media, sculpture, and more. Creations are displayed at local and regional exhibits.

Music

Youth music classes allow young people to think creatively, work together, and can improve communication. Our music programs are available to elementary, middle, and high school students. Providing access to music lessons, instruments, and instructors allows members to explore new talents and grow as performers.

Photography Club

Digital photography enables youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness. Photography allows young people to experiment with a new form of art and learn essential digital skills that are helpful inside and outside the Club. Photography club is open to middle and high school students.

Drama Club

Our drama education program for Clubs encourages members ages 6 to 18 to engage in hands-on activities. Weekly drama classes build self-confidence, sparks creativity, and boosts academic achievement. Partnerships with local companies including the Children’s Museum & Theatre and A Company of Girls allow our elementary and middle school members to learn about performing arts first hand.

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We welcome youth of ages 6-18 in the Southern Maine region to join our clubs and have a safe space to develop their artistic talents. Register for our programs today!

How You Can Make a Difference

At BGCSM, we know children and teen deserves to be heard, but finding their voice can be hard. Art offers them the tools they need to express themselves and reach others. We offer an array of artistic outlets to our members for only $5 a year but it costs much more than that for the programing. Supporting BGCSM means giving a voice to the future of Southern Maine.