Youth In Arts

Youth in Arts builds visual and performing arts skills through innovative and in-depth programs that

Artists in Schools brings Mentor Artists into classrooms to teach a culturally diverse range of visual, music, dance, drama, and media art forms. The program champions arts integration by providing professional development workshops for teachers, school staff, and parents. VSA arts Mentor Artists teach visual, music, dance, drama, and media arts to special needs and “at risk” students in Special D

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 09/12/2024

This week we are highlighting the benefits of students receiving an arts education. Did you know "Studies indicate that high school students in band have higher achievement scores in Math, English, and Biology compared to their peers who are not in band?"

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Youth in Arts will be at the Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival!🎨✨ Find our table in the Special Presentation Grove selling children's art and cards.

09/10/2024

Youth in Arts has been serving the North Bay Area for over 50 years providing equitable access to arts education. Learn more about Youth in Arts and find ways to support by visiting youthinarts.org

09/10/2024

United Against Hate Week is almost here! Join the community in taking action against hate by making posters with Youth in Arts at the San Rafael Pop-up Library on Sept. 25th from 5 - 7pm.

Stop by Youth in Arts' Art Lab, Monday–Friday from 11am–4pm, to create your own poster and contribute to the message of unity and inclusion. All materials will be provided, so bring your ideas and join the movement!

09/10/2024

Join us this Friday at the YIA Art Gallery for the Downtown San Rafael Art Walk! From 5-7 pm, don’t miss the opening reception of 'Outside the Lines,' a vibrant showcase featuring incredible art by students with disabilities from YIA's Arts Unite Us program. Come celebrate creativity and diversity with us!

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National Arts in Education Week is here! This week we'll be highlighting the powerful impact of arts in education.

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 08/29/2024

Come make your own ZINE with Youth in Arts at the San Rafael Farmers Market TODAY from 5:30 - 8:30pm. This is the last farmers market of the summer. Don't miss it!

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Swing by the last San Rafael Farmers Market of the season! 🎨 Make art with YIA and celebrate creativity in the community. Let’s make this final market one to remember! 🌟

🗓️ Date: Thursday, 8/29 ⏰ Time: 5:30-8:30 pm 📍 Location: Near City Plaza

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Have you visited the San Rafael Public Library Pop-Up??

Stop by to see the reproduction of the Youth in Arts I AM: Bahia Vista mural! This mural was conceptualized and created by teaching artists Fred Alvarado, Keena Romano, and incredible students.

📍 Location: 1009 4th St

08/21/2024

Happy first day of school, SRCS students! 🎒✨ From all of us at Youth in Arts, we’re excited to see how you’ll shine this year. Keep creating, dreaming, and expressing yourself! 🎨✨

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Make art and learn more about Youth in Arts TODAY at the San Rafael Farmers Market!
🗓️ Date: Thursday, 8/15 ⏰ Time: 5:30-8:30 pm 📍 Location: Near City Plaza

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 08/14/2024

We've been having a blast making art with the community at the San Rafael Farmers Market. Stop by tomorrow from 5:30-8:30 pm to make art with Youth in Arts!

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 08/09/2024

Intensive Arts Mentorship application closes TOMORROW!

Calling teen artists! Get paid to make public art at Laurel Dell Elementary School.

Click the link in our bio to apply

08/08/2024

Learn capoeira from ABADÁ Capoeira Marin TODAY at the San Rafael Farmers Market!

Free youth class: 5:30 pm
Free teen and adult class: 6:30 pm
Q & A: 8-8:30 pm

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Create a framed mini self portrait with Youth in Arts at the Farmers Market TODAY!
🗓️ Date: Thursday, 7/18 ⏰ Time: 5:30-8:30 pm 📍 Location: Near City Plaza

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 07/25/2024

Stop by the San Rafael Summer Market to make a collage with Youth in Arts! Today from 5:30-8:30 pm near City Plaza.

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Do you want to make art, be heard, AND get paid?

Youth in Arts is looking for teen artists to paint a mural with our Mentor Artists at Laurel Dell Elementary School this fall. Applications are due by August 9th!

07/19/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Youth in Arts has received a three-year grant from the Marin Community Foundation’s Community Powered Collaboration Initiative! This will expand our Arts Now Marin coalition, bringing equity-focused arts education to more schools across Marin County. We’re thrilled to partner with the Marin Cultural Association and the Marin County Office of Education to ensure robust arts education for all students. As we celebrate, our departing Executive Director, Kristen Jacobson, reflects on our progress and looks forward to our continued impact. 🌟

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Join Youth in Arts and ABADA Capoeira Marin TODAY at the San Rafael Summer Famers Market!

🗓️ Date: Thursday, 7/18 ⏰ Time: 5:30-8:30 pm 📍 Location: Near City Plaza

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Get paid to create public art at Laurel Dell Elementary School this fall! Click the link in our bio to submit your I AM application.

Swipe to see our Community Paint Day at Bahia Vista Elementary School from last year's Intensive Arts Mentorship program.

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 07/10/2024

Explore the wonderful world of collage with Youth in Arts this Thursday, July 11th at the San Rafael Farmers Market. It's free! Stop by from 5:30-8:30 pm!

Photos from Youth In Arts's post 07/08/2024

🎨✨ Calling all teen artists! ✨🎨 We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Youth in Arts I AM Mentorship program! This fall, join us in painting a vibrant mural at Laurel Dell Elementary School and leave your mark on our community. Each artist will receive a $15/hr stipend. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and make a difference. Applications are due August 9th – apply now and let your creativity shine! 🖌️

07/05/2024

Looking for plans this weekend?

Stop by the Marin County Fair for food, fun, and performances!

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The Design Thinking through Arts and Architecture show is now on view at the YIA Gallery starting today! 🏛️ Come experience the incredible work of Laurel Dell Elementary students. You won’t want to miss this journey into creativity and innovation. On display until August 16th! 🌟

06/21/2024

Sometimes the lion flies. Find us every Thursday 5:30-8:30 pm this summer except 7/4 at the San Rafael Farmers Market

06/21/2024

A turkey whale! Join us every Thursday night this summer at the SR Farmers Market 5:30-8:30 pm at City Plaza! Tonight we are making imaginary animals!

06/21/2024

Meet Dwell - a dragonfly elephant. Dwell is living the dream in a dust storm by the sea. We are at City Plaza in SR tonight 5:30-8:30 pm , ,

06/21/2024

Where does the alligator frog sleep at night? Come make imaginary animals with us tonight at the Farmers Market: City Plaza in SR 5:30-8:30 pm , ,

06/14/2024

✨Today’s the day!✨ Stop by the YIA Gallery at 5pm for the Here & Q***r Spotlight Show Opening Reception

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06/13/2024

Join us TOMORROW for the Here & Q***r Spotlight Show Opening Reception held in the YIA gallery from 5-7pm✨🏳️‍🌈

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Creativity, Confidence and Compassion Through Arts Learning

Youth in Arts builds visual and performing arts skills through innovative and in-depth programs that foster confidence, compassion and resilience in students of all abilities. We develop capacity among educators and teaching artists, advocate for equitable access to arts education and offer opportunities for youth to share their creative voices.

Creativity, Confidence and Compassion Through Arts Learning.

Our vision is that youth of every background and ability have the creative skills, compassion, confidence and resilience to share their voices and achieve their goals.

We believe in INCLUSION, that differences are beautiful, and that students of all abilities and backgrounds deserve an education in the arts.

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🎨Meet Fred Alvarado, one of our incredible Mentor Artists, sharing why your student should apply for I AM: Laurel Dell! ...
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Youth in Arts has received a three-year grant from the Marin Community Foundation’s Community Powered...
🎨✨ Dive into the creative minds of Laurel Dell Elementary students at the Design Thinking through Arts and Architecture ...
Come see what's new in the Youth in Arts Gallery! Check out these incredible pieces from our "Working Together: Collabor...
We can 't wait to "C" you tomorrow! Join us for a day filled with fun, music, and art from 11am-4pm. Don't forget, the f...
We're just two days away from the C Street Celebration! You don't want to miss our special giveaway for the first 100 st...
🎉✨Get ready to relive the fun, art, and community spirit at this year's C Street Celebration! Join us on May 18th from 1...
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The C Street Celebration is happening THIS Saturday, May 18th, from 11 am - 4 pm! Join us for a day filled with fun, art...
Providing free arts opportunities is about fostering a vibrant community where creativity thrives, minds expand, and con...
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917 C Street
San Rafael, CA
94901

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Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm

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