City of Northglenn Arborist Joel Szymanski talks to first graders at Leroy Drive Elementary about how trees grow wider and wider as they age during an Earth Day celebration.
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| classes and workshops 303-450-8800 |
| | Acting for Youth
From Page to Stage
Ages 6-8
Students will put their heads together as they take themes and characters from their favorite fairytales and twist them into a new magical story. This class combines team work and literacy with beginning acting and then culminates with a short presentation of the new piece for family and friends. Different authors/books will be used each session. (8 weeks)
Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m.
June 8-July 27 Code: 8310
Fee: $53 res./$58 non-res.
Introduction to Acting
Ages 9-13
This is a great class for the want-to-be actor! Students will work on a series of scenes or skits that focus on movement and character development. There’s also some great games and activities thrown into the mix. It’s a ton of fun! The final class is a short presentation for family and friends. (8 weeks)
Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
June 15-Aug. 3 Code: 8303
Fee: $53 res./$58 non-res.
Intermediate Acting
Ages 7-13
This class is for the young actor who has had some stage experience and is familiar with the language of theatre. Topics covered will include character development, stage movement, conflict resolution, and tips on memorization. This is a great way to improve your skills. (8 weeks)
Tuesdays June 16-Aug. 4
Ages 7-10 5:30-7 p.m. Code: 8311
Ages 11-13 7-8:30 p.m. Code: 8312
Fee: $80 res./$88 non-res. | | Art for Youth
You may sign up for Recreation Center classes online at the RecXpress.
Young Rembrandts Pre-School
Ages 3 ˝-5
Pre-school children’s drawings are precious. Their simple images help them communicate. But why stop there? These classes give children the skills necessary to draw more complex images through a unique method that will maximize development and prepare pre-schoolers as learners.
Wednesdays 4-4:45 p.m. Code
Session 1: June 17-July 8 8700
Session 2: July 22-Aug. 12 8701
Fee: $35 res./$38 non-res.
Young Rembrandts Cartooning
Ages 6-12
The original Young Rembrandts cartoons lessons teach children how to:
• Create new cartoon characters
• Draw action, movement, and sound
• Draw expressions and convey moods
• Develop a series of drawings to tell a joke
While cartooning is fun and engaging, children will gain mastery in a unique drawing style, and improve their core learning skills.
Wednesdays 5-6 p.m.
June 17-July 8 Code: 8702
Fee: $40 res./$45 non-res.
Young Rembrandts Elementary Drawing
Ages 6-12
Our elementary-age curriculum is designed to teach basic to advanced drawing skills, art techniques, and vocabulary. In the same way you teach math, science and reading, we teach core drawing skills! Our program dispels the myth that art is a talent a child has or doesn’t have.
Wednesdays 5-6 p.m.
July 22-Aug. 12 Code: 8703
Fee: $40 res./$45 non-res. | | | | Music for Youth
Keyboards for Kids
Ages 3-12
“Music for Young Mozarts”… and beyond!
The search for totally fun, convenient, and most of all AFFORDABLE music lessons for your child is over! Keyboards for Kids has been training young musicians since 2003 and is taught by top-notch educators who have focused experience and passion for working with children. In this class, the keyboards are provided onsite and the participants learn the basics, opening the door to a life-long love of music. Topics covered will include playing, programming, music theory, improvisation – and so much more! Come and give it a try – you’ll love it. (8 weeks)
Mondays, June 8-July 27 Code
Ages 3-6 4-4:45 p.m. 8304
Ages 7-12 4:50-5:35 p.m. 8305
Fee: $110 res./$120 non-res.
Keyboard for Kids
Continuation Class
Ages 3-12
If you have already taken a session or two of Keyboards for Kids in your age level, this class is an option for you! We will continue to build on the skills introduced in the previous classes. Enrollment into this level is with instructor permission only.
Mondays, June 8-July 27 Code
Ages 3-6 5:40-6:30 p.m. 8306
Ages 7-12 6:35-7:20 p.m 8307
Fee: $110 res./$120 non-res.
Group Guitar
Ages 6-12
This group class is a great way to de-mystify one of the cornerstone instruments in building a strong musical base. In this eight-week course areas covered include; proper posture and positioning, age-appropriate and kid friendly music theory and fret-board harmony, notation (how to read music), beginning and advanced chords, ear training (playing by ear), and rhythmic training using the natural percussive qualities of the guitar. This is a non-competitive and encouraging atmosphere to ensure confidence and success. Come on and give it a try. (8 weeks) Participants: bring your own appropriate sized guitar to class.
Tuesdays, 6-6:45 p.m.
June 9-July 28
Code: 8308
Fee: $110 res./$120 non-res.
Group Guitar
Continuation Class
Ages 6-12
This class continues where the introductory class left off. Students will continue to develop skills, refine ear training, and expand rhythmic training. Incoming students must have completed the Introductory class or have equivalent experience. (8 weeks) Participants: bring your own appropriate sized guitar to class.
Tuesdays, 6:50-7:35 p.m.
June 9-July 28
Code: 8309
Fee: $110 res./$120 non-res. | | | | Science for Youth
"Lift Off" Workshop
Presented by SpaceTime
Ages 6-12
Prepare for launch! Take a wild ride into the world of rockets as you build and launch different kinds of spacecraft in the SpaceTime LIFT OFF Workshop. This workshop has a number of all-new elements for 2009 including exciting launch and landing visuals, crafting your own SpaceTime Galactic Gliders, traveling to Saturn in 3D, launching gas and air power rockets, and more!
Saturday, May 30
9-11 a.m.
Code: 8699
Fee: $25 |
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