Our Mission
The Bay School Community Arts Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide people of all ages and abilities the opportunities to learn, experience and appreciate the arts.
Enchanted Exhibition: October 3-November 4
Opening reception for the show is October 5, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Come and be enchanted!
Enroll Your Child in Our Free OpenArts After School Program!
Every week, we hold sessions at both The Bay School and Cobbs Creek Art Center, welcoming children within the community to participate in this high energy program that introduces students to a variety of techniques, media, and artists. The program is free, but registration is required.
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The Magical Musical Gala & Art Auction Was a Great Success!
View the PicturesThanks to everyone who helped out, donated, and sponsored. Thanks to all who attended. We look forward to seeing you all again at next year's Gala!
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Plein Air Workshop with Joe Gyurcsak
Learn More and View PicturesEvery year, Joe Gyurcsak visits The Bay School to teach a multi-day workshop en plein air for artists working in oils, acrylics, or watercolor. One of our most popular workshops, view some of the highlights from this year's session.
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October Artist of the Month: Colette Mann
Learn More About Colette and Shop Her CollectionThis month's Artist of the Month is Colette Mann. Colette creates colorful mosaics from glass, jewelry, recycled glass windows, terracotta pots, mirror, sea glass, broken dishes, polymer clay, and a variety of repurposed materials to evoke mystical imagery in a symbolic manner.
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New Art Kits to Go Available!
Learn More and PurchaseGet our latest Art Kits to Go before supplies run out! You can come by the gallery and pick one up or get it online.
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Help Create Our Wall Mosaic!
Volunteer and View Our ProgressWe are currently recruiting volunteers to help us complete this ambitious project of creating a mosaic that wraps the wall surrounding our front patio! We still have three sides to go before winter and this is a perfect opportunity to get creatively involved in The Bay School community!
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Attention Artists!
Learn More and Get the Entry FormWe are currently accepting artwork for the upcoming exhibition Fired Up. Deadline is October 23. Exhibition runs November 1 thru December 31, 2024.
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The Bay School Provides Creative Support to Mathews Marathon Event
Learn MoreMark your calendars to participate in the Mathews Marathon and Half Marathon happening on October 19. Lauded as the "World's Flattest Race Course," registration ends October 10. The Bay School along with the Mathews Family YMCA are contributing their expertise and volunteers this year to support the Mathews Outdoor Club hosting of this fun event!
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In Memorium, Wendy Wells-Finn
Learn About Her Inspirational Life and WorkIt is with great sadness that we share the passing of The Bay School's Founder, Wendy Wells-Finn. Without her vision, The Bay School would not exist today.
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The Bay School Holiday Pop-Up Market, November 13-December 31
Learn MoreMake the holidays special for everyone on your list and select creatively handcrafted gifts made by local artists and artisans!
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Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour 2024
Learn MoreCelebrate the tour's 23nd year and support the participating artists and businesses by doing your holiday shopping with us!
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Classes Open for Enrollment
View and Enroll in ClassesSummer is over, but we still have many kid and adult classes scheduled before the end of the year. We have something for EVERYONE! You can also request a hard copy of our class catalog.
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Enjoy the Benefits of Membership!
Learn MoreBecome part of a vibrant community of art lovers and creative individuals of all ages.
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We LOVE Our Volunteers!
Learn MoreWant to be part of a fun-loving, creative community? Consider volunteering with us at one of our many events or exhibitions.