The Holland Project offers youth and teen-focused arts and music programming in addition to our monthly all-ages workshops. This includes crafting camps for kids during Washoe County school breaks, a rock-n-roll music instruction summer camp for self-identifying girls and non-binary youth, an afterschool meet-up for high school-aged visual artists, open group exhibitions for anyone under 21, and much more. Questions about any of these programs? Email alisha@hollandreno.org.
Youth Camps: Kid Craft | Art + Game Camp | Girls Rock Reno
Teens: Young Blood | Fresh Meat | Bloom Open Mic | Work in Progress
youth camps
KID CRAFT
Kid Craft is a half-day, weeklong camp with a variety of themed art, craft, and music projects geared for ages 5-8. Camp occurs from 9 am-1 pm each day of camp and parents are welcome to join us in the crafting or drop off their kiddos!
July 15 – 19, 2024
ART + GAME CAMP
Art + Game Camp is a full-day camp that combines our popular Kid Craft with Game Week and caters specifically to ages 9-13. Different art projects are explored each morning and a variety of contemporary tabletop board games during the afternoons. Participants may also choose the “Dungeons & Dragons” option. Full-Day or Half-Day option available.
July 8 – 12, 2024
G.I.R.L.S. ROCK RENO
G.I.R.L.S. (Gender Inclusivity through Radical Love and Support) ROCK RENO (GRR) is an annual music summer camp for youth ages 9- 17. GRR provides music instruction in vocals, guitar, bass, and drums to youth participants of all skill levels, supported by valuable workshops in rock history, arts, radio, stage confidence, and more. We strive to promote self-love with programs that foster creativity, community-building, confidence, and empowerment.
Teens
YOUNG BLOOD: Under 21 Artist Showcase
Young Blood is a group exhibition occurring twice per year in the HP Gallery. It is open for submissions by any regional artist under 21 and each artist may display 1-2 pieces. Each Young Blood exhibition culminates in a final event and themed celebration. The next Young Blood exhibition takes place October 16-18, 2024. Artists sign-ups are open August 1 – October 4, 2024.
FRESH MEAT: New Local Band Showcase
Fresh Meat is a showcase for emerging local bands of all genres. Priority is given to musicians and bands who haven’t played a show yet and/or are musicians under 21, but any brand-new bands who haven’t played at Holland Project before are also encouraged to apply! Dates for the next Fresh Meat Showcase will be announced soon.
BLOOM: Youth Open Mic Night
BLOOM is a seasonal open mic night for anyone under 18. Music, poetry, and spoken word are all welcome on the stage! The next BLOOM open mic nights will take place May and August 2024. Hit the link below to sign-up and for more information. For questions email ilya@hollandreno.org.
WORK IN PROGRESS
Work in Progress (or WIP) is an annual, 5-month program introducing advanced art techniques to local high school students through a series of workshops led by talented local/regional artists. Through WIP, students create original artwork utilizing their new skills and collaborate with each other on curating an exhibition in the HP Gallery. Participants also learn how to get involved in the local arts community. This next WIP will run from October 2024 – February 2025 followed by the big exhibition in February 2025. WIP workshops happen every Wednesday after school at the Holland Project and are free for all participating high school students. Space is limited and applications to participate are required. Applications open August 12 – September 30, 2024.