Out-of-School Time Programs

New Cottage Arts provides no-, and very-low-cost, engaging out-of-school-time programs that give youth a safe, supportive space to explore music, art, and self-expression. From after-school music lessons and NCA’s Westwood Youth Empowerment Drumline to Friday night drop-in teen programs for violence prevention, our programs foster mental wellness, social connection, and creative confidence.

By making the arts accessible beyond the school day, we empower young people to build skills, process emotions, and find joy in creativity.

Out-of-School & After-School Programs

Beyond the classroom, our out-of-school programs create safe, supportive spaces where youth can develop their artistic skills, build friendships, and express themselves. Programs include:

  • Music & Art lessons & Group classes and programs

  • Teen arts & wellness programs for creative expression and violence prevention

  • Workshops & group classes in visual and performing arts

"DRUMLINE HAS GIVEN ME A WAY TO EXPRESS MYSELF. WE’RE BASICALLY LIKE A FAMILY. WE JUST PERFORMED AT WINTERFEST IN FRONT OF THE WHOLE SCHOOL, AND IT WAS KIND OF AMAZING. I FEEL MORE SURE OF MYSELF."

— DARIUS, WESTWOOD YOUTH EMPOWERMENT DRUMLINE PARTICIPANT

Sample Programs:

Music & Performing Arts Programs

Music education enhances focus, discipline, and emotional regulation while fostering teamwork and personal growth. Students gain a creative outlet to process emotions and build self-esteem.

  • Westwood Youth Empowerment Drumline

  • After-School Group Music Classes – NCA Studuis

    • Guitar, Drums, Voice, Piano, Ukulele, Violin, Cello, Trumpet, Saxophone, and more

  • After-School Private Music Lessons – NCA Studios

    • Guitar, Voice, Piano

Visual Art Programs

Artmaking provides a therapeutic space for self-expression and stress relief, helping students develop problem-solving skills and emotional awareness.

  • Drawing with Mr. Berger – Denver Green School

  • Drawing with Mr. Berger – Denison Montessori

  • Unleash Your Inner Artist! – McMeen Elementary

Seasonal Programs

Our Spring Break and Summer Camps immerse youth in a variety of creative experiences, strengthening mental wellness, peer relationships, and artistic skills in a fun, engaging

  • Spring Break Arts Camp

  • Summer Camp