Community Programs
Fundraisers
Half Day Program
Monthly Friday Parents Night Out
A Time Of Coming Together
We are not just a dance studio! We are a member of community and we offer our space, connections, and love up for all through community workshops and programs each month.
Check back here and our postings on social media for what’s coming up at Ascendance for you!
Community Programs
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT & HALF DAY PROGRAM WITH ART ALWAYS

First Friday’s: Parent’s Night Out
Happening the FIRST FRIDAY of each month
Oct-Jun
Pizza, Movie, Craft from Art Always.
All children in the community are welcome, regardless of whether you take classes here.
Come join us!
Children/Friends (ages 5 and up) $30
When: 7-9:30pm
February 6th FILM: Paddington
HALF DAY PROGRAM
Early Dismissal or No school? We’ve got you covered!
$50 per day, 11:45AM 2:45PM**Later
All students begin the program with lunch and free play.
Students are then separated into two groups: Grades K-2 & 3-6 (based on enrollment).
Both groups will have DANCE & ART in rotation between ASCENDANCE & ART ALWAYS (located next door [188 & 192] in the Pine Street Plaza)
Everyone reconvenes for free play at the end.
Dance styles are all mixed level. No prior dance experience required! All families are welcome to register.
Half Day Programming Available on the following days:
- Feb. 4
- Mar. 11
- Apr. 1
- May. 6, 27

**Abbreviated 12:30 start time available for students with a later dismissal
FUNDRAISING AND DONATIONS


Thank you to everyone who helped make this a success!
Ascendance’s Annual Community Donation Drive
In 2025, our efforts focused on providing essential resources to serve vital local organizations:
- The Northampton Survival Center: Supports individuals and families in need with food and other essentials
- Jack Dunphy Toys for Tots: Provides new toys to children in need during the holidays
- Manna Community Kitchen: Offers nutritious meals and a welcoming environment to those experiencing food insecurity
- It Takes a Village: Focuses on supporting new parents and families with essential baby items and community resources
Stay tuned for when we open up a donation table late 2026!
Thank You 

Update: $8700 Raised For Safe Passage!!!
Thank you all for joining TEAM AIWA and help us reach and surpass our goal of raising $5,276.24!
Let’s try to raise even more this year!
Stay tuned for information on The Hot Chocolate Run 2026!


