Youth Arts & Enrichment

Overview

Arts & Enrichment programs at the Merrimack Valley YMCA are offered on a year-round basis and are designed to allow children to build their skills over the course of the session.

Your child will meet new friends, build character, and strengthen core values through a variety of activities. Check out our current session’s offerings below.

Exact session dates will vary based on the day of the week the program is offered.

2026/2027 Arts & Enrichment Sessions

Cooking

October 31 to December 19

Young chefs explore various recipes and food groups in this hands on, tasty, 8-week class!

Ages 4 to 6:
Saturdays from 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Ages 7 to 9:
Saturdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Andover/North Andover YMCA

Cost:
$100 per child | Household Memberships
$155 per child | General Memberships
$210 per child | Community Member

Cooking

September 13 to October 25

Young chefs explore various recipes and food groups in this hands on, tasty, 7-week class!

Ages: 4 to 7
Time: 
Sundays from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Location: Andover/North Andover YMCA

Cost:
$100 per child | Household Memberships
$155 per child | General Memberships
$210 per child | Community Member

Art

September 13 to October 25

Make and create in this hands on, 7-week art class. Every week there will be a new masterpiece to take home and be proud of!

Ages: 3 to 5
Time: 
Sundays from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Location: Andover/North Andover YMCA

Cost:
$85 per child | Household Memberships
$165 per child | General Memberships
$220 per child | Community Member

Art youth club

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