Tot Rock 110879

Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! This movement-based program uses music to facilitate learning. Activities include use of rhythm instruments and movement props, work on gross and fine motor skills, including balance and coordination, and engagement of imaginative play. All classes are structured and include early listening and following directions skills. Join us for a rockin' good time! www.rockitkids.com

Kid Rock I (2-3 years with Parent) 110880

Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! This movement-based program uses music to facilitate learning. Activities include use of rhythm instruments and movement props, work on gross and fine motor skills, including balance and coordination, and engagement of imaginative play. All classes are structured and include early listening and following directions skills. Join us for a rockin' good time! www.rockitkids.com

Baby Rock 110882

Wiggle and giggle with us! Baby Rock is a unique combination of sensory experiences with stimulating music and exercises to help strengthen and stretch your baby! Activities will include sing alongs, exposure to simple instruments and sensory props, motion exercises, bubbles, and more! Get ready for a rockin' good time with your tiniest dancer! This class is intended for non-walkers. www.rockitkids.com

Kid Rock Plus 110883

Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! This movement-based program uses music to facilitate learning. Activities include use of rhythm instruments and movement props, work on gross and fine motor skills, including balance and coordination, and engagement of imaginative play. All classes are structured and include early listening and following directions skills. Join us for a rockin' good time! www.rockitkids.com

Kid Rock II 110881

Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! This movement-based program uses music to facilitate learning. Activities include use of rhythm instruments and movement props, work on gross and fine motor skills, including balance and coordination, and engagement of imaginative play. All classes are structured and include early listening and following directions skills. Join us for a rockin' good time! www.rockitkids.com

Hello Squash! 111903

Learn all about big squash, little squash, round squash, and funny squash! After an enchanted story, enjoy child-friendly teas and snacks at our very own outdoor fall tea party! Then, we’ll learn how to make a fun squash shaped home for our favorite autumntime characters!

Story Night at Barlina 111301

Whoooooo Goes There 122313

Whoooooo would like to learn about a stealth hunter of the night? Join one of the Nature Center's Naturalist and enjoy some fun learning about Owls. From their unique body and feathers to their eating habits owls are amazing creatures. We will then take our new knowledge and take a hike to try to find some in their native habitat.

Canoe Merit Badge 122314

For several centuries, the canoe was a primary method of travel for explorers and settlers. Today, it remains an important part of the wilderness experience and an enjoyable leisure activity that teaches communication, teamwork, and physical fitness. Come and enjoy a learning environment while we spend the class on the water.

1st Aid Merit Badge 122315

Does being able to help someone, in a time of need, sounds like something you would like to know? This workshop will cover all knowledge to earn the First Aid merit badge. In addition, each participant will also receive a two-year AED/CPR Certification from Medic First Aid

Emergency Prep Merit Badge 122316

Do you know about the discipline and planning needed to react to an emergency situation? Do you have the skills and materials needed to be prepared? You will gain an understanding of emergency situations and be prepared to handle them in times of need. Scouts should prepare requirement 8b before to complete the badge the day of the workshop.

I Dig Fossils 122317

Earth has been around for a long time, millions of years. Has there been plants and other creatures on it for million of years also? If you would like to learn how these items has become preserved, fossilized, come join the Nature Center and DIG up this information together.

Chess Scholars 121701

Let's Code It 121708

In this exciting new coding class from Afterschool Enrichment Solutions, take a deep dive into computer programming with the web-based platform Tynker. Computer/tablet required.

Kids Cooking Clinics 120608

Get ready for a sweet and creative baking adventure! In this hands-on class, young bakers will learn how to make two delicious types of cupcakes from scratch and create three different styles of frosting. Students will explore basic baking techniques, measuring skills, mixing methods, and decorating tips while building confidence in the kitchen. Participants will learn how different ingredients affect texture and flavor, practice piping and decorating techniques, and take home their beautifully decorated cupcakes to share with family and friends. Whether your child is new to baking or already loves spending time in the kitchen, this class offers a fun and engaging way to develop culinary skills while expressing creativity.

Babysitting 121705

14 in 1 Robot Adventure 121792

Come and take home your very own 14 in 1 educational solar robot kit! Every hour, more solar energy reaches the Earth than humans use in an entire year! Learn how solar energy works and witness firsthand how this technology can harness the sun’s energy source. This kit contains unique components and parts that operate on land and water. Construct 14 different solar powered robots from functional to comical designs which include a tortoise bot, bug bot, paddle bot, tumbler bot, monster bot, big wheeler bot, car bot, surfer bot, and rowing bot! Working with its motor, gears, and solar panel, watch your solar bot come to life without any batteries as it uses the power of the sun. Take part in one of the alternative energies that is used most widely across the globe. Use your own creativity, put your mind in motion, and create your own designs!

Halloween Gore-tastic Lab-Life Coaching for Kids 121739

Investigate what makes Halloween so chilling in this electrifying S.T.E.M. workshop. Kids have fun exploring weird and horrifying Halloween concepts like puking pumpkins, fizzing ghosts, Halloween night air flow, static powered witches, a skeleton science blood lab, spook-tacular Halloween pranks, clown investigation, anti-gravity Jack-o-Lanterns, an eek estimation jar, and more ghoulish Halloween exploration! Kids will have such a creepy blast; they won’t even realize they are building self-esteem, boosting their socialization, and acquiring new S.T.E.M. concepts! Guaranteed Oooohs and Ahhhhs during this haunted lab experience! www.lisalombardi.com. Drop your child off class.

Art Attack Fall - Beginner 120313

Exploring Nature Art - Leaf Decor 122425

Fall leaves contain an abundance of color and are clearly one of nature works of art. There are endless ways to decorate with them. Join us in creating works of art with leaves that can brighten the walls of your room and will last for years. We’ll have dried leaves ready for use and then go on a woodland hike to look for me for you to prepare yourself!

Dollars and Sense: Smart Money Skills for Kids 121096

Give your child a head start on their financial future! Through fun games and hands-on activities, students learn how money works in the real world. Understanding topics like savings, spending, debt, budgets, interest, and entrepreneurship will help students build a healthy relationship with money and start their journey toward a lifetime of financial literacy and independence! Taught by Financial Literacy for the Next Generation, a local business that is passionate about sharing financial literacy with students.

Investing 101: Get ready for your future! 121037

Middle and High School students love Shark Tank and learning about the stock market! Our class introduces important concepts like: how markets work, the importance of saving and investing early, and the language of Wall Street. We apply these skills using an online investment simulation game...a hands-on, fun activity that reinforces what they have learned. Your child will build positive money habits and financial savvy...and begin their journey towards a financially independent future! Taught by Financial Literacy for the Next Generation, a local business focused on preparing Middle and High School students for one of the most important chapters of their life: the financial chapter.

Super Sleuths: Private Eye 121904

Join us as we unravel the inner workings behind what it takes to be a private eye. After you build your very own detective kit, we'll meet a special guest in this field and examine historic cases of Crystal Lake! How do you decrypt cipher codes? What are ballistics? Who helps find hidden fingerprints? From the history behind forensic science, to reenacting scenarios using strategic crime solving skills, do you have what it takes to solve a mystery at the Colonel Palmer House?

So You Want To Be An Entrepreneur? 121044

Does your child love “Shark Tank?” Entrepreneurship is more than starting a business…it’s a mindset that is critical for high school, college and career success! Learn by doing (and having fun!) from a lifelong entrepreneur. Your child will research creative ideas, develop a business plan, and sell that concept to a panel of business experts. Taught by Financial Literacy for the Next Generation, a local business that is passionate about sharing financial literacy with students.

STEAM 121715

This exciting program from Afterschool Enrichment Solutions brings together elements of science, art and math in a hands-on, action-packed environment! Students will conduct experiments, play educational games, and unlock their creativity through building challenges and projects. No experience necessary!

Mark Presley School of Magic 101 121783

Whoville Wacky Winter Snow Lab 121736

Bundle up and great ready for a snowy holiday season! We are playing with winter and socializing with new friends! No snow on the ground? No problem! We will make our own fluffy science snow that looks just like the sparkling snow scene in the Grinch movie. Color it, scent it, add in snowballs, and make a bubbling SNOWCANO! Winter in Whoville truly is an avalanche of wild and wacky fun! Class will culminate with making an edible snowman with marshmallows. Kids keep the faux snow they make and will learn 15 creative projects they can do at home with their fluffy pile. Bonus hidden self-esteem life coaching lesson: How is snow like us? www.lisalombardi.com. Drop your child off class.

Punk'd Out Portraits 120320

Unleash your creativity and get messy in this hands-on, all-levels collage workshop led by artist Jenny Hiser! Each of the three sessions features a playful new theme: Pokemon, Minecraft Steve, and YOUR pet! You’ll build your personalized portrait with an exciting mix of materials from paint and markers to stamps and embellishments. Jenny will guide you step-by-step through cutting, pasting, painting, layering, and transforming your portrait into something totally unique! You’ll walk away with a finished piece that you’ll be proud to hang, along with the creative spark to keep going. *Please note, for “YOUR pet”, you will be required to submit a high res pic of your pet to Jenny via email at info@jennyhiser.com no later than 48 hours before class begins, in order for it to be printed in time. Please email with any questions regarding quality of image submitted.

Kids Cooking Clinics 120609

Put on your lab coat and apron as we explore the fascinating science behind the foods we eat! In this hands-on Food Science Lab, young chefs will discover how chemistry, biology, and physics come together in the kitchen through exciting experiments and delicious recipes. Students will investigate why bread rises, how ingredients react when mixed, what makes ice cream creamy, and how heat transforms food. Through fun food-based experiments and cooking activities, participants will learn the science behind baking, cooking, and food preparation while developing kitchen confidence and culinary skills.

Grinch Goo-tastic Holiday Slime Lab-Life Coaching for Kids 121757

Kids will have the slime of their life creating seasonal Grinch inspired slime. We will develop the skill of perseverance as we take the steps and patience needed to form stretchy slime. Our concoction lab will include all the colors of Christmas, Grinch hearts, seasonal mix ins, along with winter scents that will make you feel like you are in the Grinch story! Imagine your slime smelling like a holiday firepit, fragrant pine trees, candy canes, or a box of holiday chocolates. We will also play a slimy game to catch the Grinch before he steals our Christmas. This is crazy FUN to blow off some steam as kids get excited for winter break to arrive. Every participant will go home with the slime they made. Drop your child off class.

Kids Cooking Clinics 120610

Celebrate the season with a fun-filled Holiday Baking Workshop! Young bakers will learn how to create festive holiday treats while developing baking skills and kitchen confidence. From mixing and measuring to decorating and presentation, participants will experience the joy of holiday baking from start to finish. Students will make a variety of seasonal favorites, practice decorating techniques, and explore creative ways to add holiday flair to their baked goods. Along the way, they'll learn baking fundamentals, kitchen safety, and tips for creating treats that are perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Exploring Nature Art - Tin Embossing 122427

Embossing puts a 3D design onto sheets of tin. In this class, we’ll experiment with different tools to create tin ornaments and an embellished candle. For inspiration, we’ll look at real snowflake patterns and learn how the ice crystal shapes are formed.

Watercolor Painting 130110

Art Attack! Sip & Paint 130304

Join us for a night of fun and creativity! Calling all adults 21 and up for this instructor led, step by step painting session. BYOB and make it a fun night with friends!

Mixed Media Portrait of YOUR Pet! 120318

Join artist, Jenny Hiser in creating a one-of-a-kind portrait of YOUR pet! Jenny specializes in making custom pet portraits for clients nationwide. She is known for using acrylics, marker, and collage to create custom pieces that are cherished forever. Come experiment with various materials as Jenny guides you through the process of cutting, pasting, painting, layering, and embellishing. You’ll walk away with a beautiful keepsake of your pet that you will be proud to hang on the wall! *Please note, you will be required to submit a high res pic of your pet to Jenny via email at info@jennyhiser.com no later than 48 hours before class begins, in order for it to be printed in time. Please email with any questions regarding quality of image submitted.

Mixed Media Creativity Workshop 120319

It's Thanksgiving Break! Come join artist Jenny Hiser for three days of exciting mixed media projects! You will experiment with paints, markers, 3D embellishments, stamps, and more! Each day will coordinate to fit a different theme: Wildlife, Gaming, and Outer Space. You’ll create a fun new project each day, resulting in 3 pieces you will take home and cherish forever at the end of the workshop.