Community Programs
MOCHA takes art to the streets (and libraries and rec centers . . .)
"MOCHA has expanded my daughter’s love of art. She says she wants to be a great painter, like Frida Kahlo—una gran pintura."
– MOCHA parent
MOCHA can be found all over town. You'll see our exhibits in local storefronts, restaurants and offices, discover our workshops at your local library branch or recreation center, and find our art stations at community events like Art & Soul and El Sabor de Fruitvale. We can also add a special creative touch to private parties, wedding receptions or other personal celebrations.
Contact us to plan an art exhibit at your site or an interactive art station at your next event.
Afterschool Art at the Library
MOCHA leads FREE weekly afterschool art programs at six Oakland Public Library branches. Like all of our programs, the workshops focus on building creativity, socioemotional and academic skills through painting, drawing, sculpting, collage and many other kinds of art forms.
Afterschool Art at the Library schedule:
- Main Library 125 14th St. Wednesdays 2 p.m.–4 p.m.
- Chavez Branch 3301 East 12th St. Thursdays 3 p.m.–5 p.m.
- Golden Gate Branch 5606 San Pablo Ave. Wednesdays 3 p.m.–5 p.m.
- Eastmont Branch 7200 Bancroft Ave (Eastmont Town Center) Wednesdays 2 p.m.–4 p.m.
- East Oakland Community Library @ 81st Avenue1021 81st Ave. Wednesdays 2 p.m.–4 p.m.
- Elmhurst Branch 1427 88th Ave. Fridays 3 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
MOCHA’s Afterschool Art at the Library Program is funded by the Oakland Fund for Children and Youth and the Institute for Museum and Library Services
Off-site Exhibits
Enlivening community spaces with kids' art
Mocha to Go
MOCHA art activities at festivals and public venues
Contact
Amanda WilkeningProgram Manager, Museum/Early Childhood
510.465.8770 x307
510.465.0772 FAX
