Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Children's Cultural Center and what does it do?
The Children's Cultural Center's mission is to enrich the lives of children through the visual and performing arts. Programs give children the chance to personally explore the creative process - whether they are working with clay, film, paint, music, food, words or movement - and let them express aspects of their personality they may never have explored before. Programs are now also being offered for teens and adults.
What is the Children’s Cultural Center’s connection to the YMCA?
In April 2002, through mutual agreement of their Boards of Directors, the Children’s Cultural Center became a branch of The Community YMCA. Since it's inception in 1844, the YMCA has encouraged the arts and humanities in communities they serve. In fact, the YMCA was responsible for starting reading libraries, music clubs and lecture series in many major American cities in the 19th & 20th centuries.
The Community YMCA and Children’s Cultural Center consider the merger a tremendous opportunity to enhance the cultural opportunities for the children of the Red Bank area and as a continuation of their tradition.
Who decides what the Children’s Cultural Center’s workshops are about?
The kids, teachers, and community do! The Children’s Cultural Center has conducted focus groups with 5-16 year old children who were very clear about the types of programs they wanted to participate in.
How old do you have to be to attend classes at the Children’s Cultural Center?
The Children’s Cultural Center’s programs are designed for children, teens and adults.
Do you have to live in Red Bank to attend the Children’s Cultural Center?
No, you do not have to be a resident of Red Bank. The programs are available anyone with an interest in the programs offered.
How can my child get involved?
Program and registration information are available on this website or call (732) 842-7177 and ask for more information.