The Children’s Program has had an amazing fall working with local artists to create beautiful collaborations. Gab Smith, executive director of CAM Raleigh, worked with our Real World kids at our virtual camp in September. She introduced them to the current exhibits and artists and invited them to create pieces to be displayed in a Public Art Installation by renowned artist Hank Willis Thomas. His “Love Over Rules” exhibit can be seen on the side of Raleigh Union Station on the corner of West Martin Street.

We also worked with local artists Shannon Newby (KidLabRaleigh), and Deanna Hicks (Paper and Stars Studio) to create art kits to send home with our younger kids. Shannon was even gracious enough to donate extra supplies to stock our shelves for next year! We have loved partnering with all of our local artists and getting a chance to create with our StepUp kids!

Baking, crafting, dancing, and etiquette lessons were on the agenda for our Children's virtual camp this month along with guest appearances from Dr. Donna Corbett and Chef Carmen. 

The Children's Camp was full of over 40 kids and their families! Camp participants Selena and Faith said, "How did you come up with something so creative and unique? This was absolutely the BEST idea and it went over so well... I am curious to see what else StepUp has to offer me and my family." 

Our Real World virtual camp is scheduled for September 30th and will include spoken word, dance and fitness classes, personal grooming tips, make up tutorials and chances to win T-shirts or gift cards!