🎨 Outreach Productions Summer Art & Literacy Program

Hosted by Outreach Productions

📍 African American Cultural & Heritage Facility

912 East 11th Street, Austin, TX 78702

🗓️ Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

💵 Free for all participants

📅 Application Deadline: April 30th

This summer, Outreach Productions invites students ages 10–15 to join our Summer Art & Literacy Program — a fun, hands-on learning experience where creativity and reading come together!

Each week, students will explore painting, illustration, and visual storytelling with professional art instructors while strengthening their literacy skills through engaging, art-based reading and writing activities.

✨ What to Expect:

• Creative art workshops in painting & illustration
• Guided literacy activities woven into the art projects
• Mentorship from experienced teaching artists
• Field trips on Saturdays (details coming soon!)
• Healthy lunch & snacks provided daily

🎒 Whether your child is a budding artist, a book lover, or just curious to try something new, this free program offers a supportive and joyful space to grow and create.

👧🏾 Open to youth ages 10–15.

🧃 Please let us know about any food allergies or health concerns.

Community Christmas at the Carver Library 

Date: December 21, 2024

Join us for Community Christmas at the Caver Library on Saturday, December 21, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This is a free event, and refreshments will be provided. Click the link in our bio to RSVP for free! #Christmas #AustinEvents #ATXEvents #AustinChristmas

Event Schedule

• 1:00 PM – Tree Decorating & First Christmas Craft 
  
• 1:30 PM – Outreach Introduction: Welcoming the Community & Refreshments 
• 2:00 PM – Puppet Show: Little Bear Tries to See Santa   
• 2:30 PM – Dancing and Storytelling 
• 3:00–4:00 PM – Christmas Crafts

Timika's True Feelings Art & Writing Workshop

Date: October 19, 2024

In this creative and expressive workshop, students are invited to explore their thoughts and emotions through art and writing. Participants will create unique paintings and other artistic forms, using a range of materials to bring their feelings to life. This nurturing environment encourages self-expression, imagination, and personal growth, allowing students to connect with their inner selves while developing their artistic and literary skills. Whether through vibrant colors or powerful words, each creation will reflect the students' true feelings and individual experiences.

Location: Fannie Mae Stewart Conservatory 

1902 East 22nd St, Austin Texas 78722

Time: 12pm -3pm