Art League of Long Island Classes and Youth Programs
Art League of Long Island, 107 E Deer Park Rd, Dix Hills, NY 11746
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Art League of Long Island Classes and Youth Programs offers activities such as Drawing & Painting, Watercolor, Printmaking, Pastel, Sculpture, Jewelry, Ceramics, Photography, and Open Studios. Youth-focused options include Book and Brush Painting and Young Artists Ceramic Hand Building, along with programs like Summer Art Adventure, Summer Pre-College Portfolio, and Young Artists Try It!. Additional offerings connected to the program include events and workshops such as Art in the Parking Lot, Art in the Park Fine Art and Craft Fair, Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair, PRIDE at the Art League, and Open House events.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Classes and workshops are offered throughout the year, including weekday and Saturday options, with seasonal sessions such as Spring and Summer 2026
Since its inception in 1955, the Art League of Long Island’s mission has focused on enhancing Long Island’s cultural life by promoting the appreciation, practice, and enjoyment of the visual arts. The organization is a not-for-profit visual arts education center and is the oldest and largest nonprofit visual arts organization of its kind on Long Island, serving 155 towns and villages year-round. The mission includes broad-based visual arts education for artists of all ages and ability levels, with collaborative events and outreach programs that spread creativity among many segments of the population.
The Art League offers specialized programs such as Beyond the Classroom programs for local schools and Professional Development Programs for Art Educators that offer CTLE credits. Outreach efforts extend to communities including senior citizens, at-risk teens, traumatic brain injury victims, and those with developmental disabilities. The organization also offers LGBTQIA+ programming sponsored by a private donor and has a Youth PRIDE in the Arts Mentorship & Scholarship relaunch planned.
Leadership for the Art League includes a Board of Directors and staff. The Board of Directors consists of Andrea Mattera, CPA, Board President & Secretary; John C. Armentano, Esq., Treasurer; Donna Diamond Clemente; Kathleen Gurchie; Cheryl McBride; Maria Misko; and Janette Simms. Staff members include Anna Laimo, Senior Registration Specialist; Isaak Palatnik, Bookkeeper; Julia Alessio, Marketing Coordinator; Ersule Metelus, Education & Programs Manager; Marianne Della Croce, Executive Director; Marianne Murphy, Summer Art Adventure Program Director; Zachiah Krugman, Chief Preparator; and Susan Peragallo, Gallery Coordinator and Curator.
Last updated May 27, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Classes and workshops are offered throughout the year, including weekday and Saturday options, with seasonal sessions such as Spring and Summer 2026
Since its inception in 1955, the Art League of Long Island’s mission has focused on enhancing Long Island’s cultural life by promoting the appreciation, practice, and enjoyment of the visual arts. The organization is a not-for-profit visual arts education center and is the oldest and largest nonprofit visual arts organization of its kind on Long Island, serving 155 towns and villages year-round. The mission includes broad-based visual arts education for artists of all ages and ability levels, with collaborative events and outreach programs that spread creativity among many segments of the population.
The Art League offers specialized programs such as Beyond the Classroom programs for local schools and Professional Development Programs for Art Educators that offer CTLE credits. Outreach efforts extend to communities including senior citizens, at-risk teens, traumatic brain injury victims, and those with developmental disabilities. The organization also offers LGBTQIA+ programming sponsored by a private donor and has a Youth PRIDE in the Arts Mentorship & Scholarship relaunch planned.
Leadership for the Art League includes a Board of Directors and staff. The Board of Directors consists of Andrea Mattera, CPA, Board President & Secretary; John C. Armentano, Esq., Treasurer; Donna Diamond Clemente; Kathleen Gurchie; Cheryl McBride; Maria Misko; and Janette Simms. Staff members include Anna Laimo, Senior Registration Specialist; Isaak Palatnik, Bookkeeper; Julia Alessio, Marketing Coordinator; Ersule Metelus, Education & Programs Manager; Marianne Della Croce, Executive Director; Marianne Murphy, Summer Art Adventure Program Director; Zachiah Krugman, Chief Preparator; and Susan Peragallo, Gallery Coordinator and Curator.
Last updated May 27, 2026.
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