After-School Programs

The NRC offers a variety of educational and creative arts after-school programs for youth ages 6-18. Our programs are designed to help youth achieve academic success, provide creative outlets to express themselves and develop self confidence. For a complete schedule of programs, see the calendar. For more information, contact our After-School Program Coordinator, Penny Ferris.

After-School Supper

Come and enjoy a free hot meal! Every afternoon during homework help and tutoring, a hot meal is available (free to everyone under 18). Supper is made here at the NRC kitchen during the after-school cooking class, so you could be the chef. We only use fresh, natural ingredients, so supper tastes good, and is good for you. View calendar »

Homework Help

Join us each afternoon, Monday – Thursday,  for help with your homework assignments. Get your homework or class project done with a volunteer, or enjoy a peaceful space to do your work on your own. Show us your report card and together we can identify subjects where you need more support, and get you the tutor you need. We will help you get the work out of the way so you can enjoy higher grades and fun afternoons.

Tutoring

We offer tutoring to help students of all ages — from children to adults, please make an appointment with us. Our volunteers help students with a variety of subjects, from reading and writing, to math and science. Call us to set up an individual plan View calendar »

Art

All ages
Work on a variety of art projects using paint, clay, charcoals and other materials. Learn about artists and the cultures they came out of. No previous experience necessary! View calendar »

Boy Scouts

Ages 6-11
Learn survival skills, connect with other boys, build bird houses, make new friends, and much more!
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Cooking Class

All ages
Cooking classes feed the NRC. In this class, kids are cooking the main component of the preschool lunch, and after-school supper for the day following their class. Students prepare a variety of dishes, from the simple to complex, standard to exotic. Our kids have made chicken tikka masala, curried chickpeas with quinoa, good old fashion egg salad, and the most delicious banana cream pie cupcakes anyone has ever tasted! No matter what they are cooking, students are making it from scratch, using fresh ingredients.  View calendar »

Dance

Ages 6-11
This class will teach children modern dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. In addition to learning dance basics, kids will use their imaginations as they explore creative movement. The class helps to improve confidence, posture, grace, coordination and self-esteem. No previous experience necessary! View calendar »

Elementary Tae Kwon Do

Youth (6 to 12)
People ages 6 and up are learning to kick, punch and block, while having a great time. Tae Kwon Do is a martial art which helps develop basic self-defense skills, discipline, coordination and confidence. Learn at your own pace, in a cooperative, non-competitive learning environment. Please see Penny to sign up. View calendar »

Field Trips!

All ages
On Fridays, youth go on field trips to local parks, museums and educational venues. Please check the program calendar for specific dates and locations or call the center at (804) 864-5797 for details. View calendar »

Gardening

All ages
On Wednesdays, youth and adults in the Fulton Community tend the organic garden in the back of the center. All summer long we will be growing a large variety of vegetables, herbs and flowers. Join us to learn about how you can grow organic vegetables in your own garden. View calendar »

Girl Scouts

Ages 6-9 
The Girl Scouts program offers exciting trips and a chance to try new activities and connect with other girls! View calendar »

Greater Fulton Youth Association

Ages 12 and up
In September 2011, a group of teens from the center came together and recognized their potential to serve as positive role models to the younger children in their community. They declared themselves “The Greater Fulton Youth Association” and decided their mission would be “empowering other youth through empowering ourselves”.  The group has fostered a strong sense of identity as a youth board. From September until now, the group of 4-6 has been learning about board service as they experience it first hand, while working to uphold the mission of the NRC in the youth community.  They are currently developing a cupcake fundraiser to support cultural and educational field trips for NRC youth. View calendar »

Recording Studio

Ages 10 & up
Express yourself! Write your own songs, poems, stories, & screenplays, then share them with your friends, family, and the world.  Young writers can write original music behind their words in the NRC recording studio, and will have opportunities to perform their works of art around Richmond. Listen» ,  learn more », or view calendar »

Youth Cooking

Ages 12 and up
On Mondays, members of the Greater Fulton Youth Association head into the kitchen after their meeting, where they dice, mince, and sauté away. The kids are learning a variety of cooking techniques from simple to complex, but are always cooking from scratch, using fresh ingredients. View calendar »