arts & culture

Youth

JUNIOR ARTISTS SERIES

Is your young artist curious about creating in new ways? Are they ready to develop their skills and start making masterpieces of their own? In our Junior Artist Series, your creative kiddo can do just that alongside experienced local artist Zach Lowe! Zach will guide your budding artist through fun, hands-on activities designed to excite their imagination and help them hone their individual artistic talents. This series is a creative playground for your young artist with each session focusing on experimenting with different media. All necessary materials will be provided.

Ages: 6-11 years • Instructor: Zachariah Lowe

ACT IT OUT! - PUPPET PARTY ADAPTIVE

There is no party like a puppet party! Build your own puppet then bring them to life in an original play made by you and your friends! No acting experience is necessary. This class is led by a Drama Therapist.

Ages: 6-11 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

Simple Machines

This introductory STEM class will explore the fundamental functions of simple machines in teams structured learning. Learn about the application of each simple machine and practice engineering skills with hands-on application in each class. Ramps/wedges, wheels/axis, pulleys, levers, springs, and screws will be covered. The ability to follow directions and work as a team is required. The option to attend virtually will be included each week to accommodate any students with illness or travel during the semester.

DRAWING, PAINTING, & SKETCHING ADAPTIVE

Jump into our creative programs with local artist Zach Lowe and watch yourself turn into an artist. You will find yourself learning how to create the perfect piece of artwork while working with a wide variety of different mediums and materials. Each program will offer different techniques and concepts while making sure you leave with a unique finished product. Life is a canvas and all it is missing is your creative touch! All needed materials will be provided.

Ages: 6+ years • Instructor: Zachariah Lowe

Ages: 9-12 • Instructor: CCPR Staff

Project Based Learning

This advanced STEM class will explore real world challenges in a teams structured, project based learning format. Students will design, develop and construct solutions using critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, public speaking and self-management skills. The ability to complete late elementary math, science, write creatively and work well as a team is required. Each team will present one of their projects on the last day of class. Projects include Design a Zoo, Design an Obstacle Race Course, Space the Final Frontier, Design a Video Game and Running a Lemonade Stand.

Ages: 9-12 • Instructor: CCPR Staff