Classes for kids- 

The Art in the Park program allows kids to explore a variety of media, methods, and themes. The nationally renowned instructors from Abrakadoodle® teach kids how to enjoy art and expand their creativity while having a wonderful time! All materials for the camp are furnished, and each participant will take home their creations. The Young Rembrandts is a drawing and enrichment program based on the premise that drawing is a learnable skill. Children will expand their creative interests and draw all-new subject matter each and every session.  All classes are held at The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monetery Drive.  The phone number to make reservations is (952) 924-2540

Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let It Snow
Ages 2 - 5 with a parent
We'll make a unique winter painting and even have fun splattering white paint as snow. We'll finish with some glittery snowflakes! No fee for supervising adults.
 Thursday, Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Registration deadline: Dec. 3
$17 per child (resident) / $21 (non-resident)

Christmas Celebration
Ages 2 - 5 with a parent
Kids will paint their own unique creations with a little help from Mom and Dad, while having fun celebrating the holidays. No fee for supervising adults. Thursday, Dec. 17, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.  $17 per child (resident) / $21 (non-resident) 

American Doll Art Camp
Grades K - 4
Bring your favorite doll to camp as we learn how to draw a portrait of our doll, sculpt accessories for our doll and even decorate a carrying bag for our doll. During the day we'll go outside for recess, play games and make new friends as we paint, sculpt, stamp, draw, collage and bead bracelets. Please bring a beverage and nut free lunch.  Monday, Dec. 21, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  $66 per child (resident) / $72 (non-resident)


Learn to Draw Art Camp
Grades K - 4
Using a step by-step method, students learn how to draw animals, people, planes, and still life drawings using easily recognizable shapes. After the initial instruction, students will make their art their own through additional drawing techniques or by adding tempera paint, oil pastels, markers or watercolors. Watch how quickly your child's confidence grows in this camp! Along the way we'll play games designed to boost creativity and imagination and even head outside for recess! Please bring a beverage and nut free lunch. Tuesday, Dec. 22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  $66 per child (resident) / $72 (non-resident)

 

Cool Stuff for Your Room Art Camp
Grades K - 4
Decorate your room with unique creations! We'll make personalized art for our walls on stretched canvas, a monogrammed light switch made especially for you, mobiles to hang from your ceiling and more. Bring a nut-free lunch and beverage.  Wednesday, Dec. 23, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $66 per child (resident) / $72 (non-resident) 
 

 

These craft sessions provide participants the opportunity to create numerous projects in one hour. Everyone can work at their own pace and visit different stations to create self-guided projects. Craft techniques differ, so that various ability levels are accommodated. All can enjoy the experience of being crafty. Bring a tote or box lid to carry your projects home.

Rocking Reindeer
Tis' the season for making some tracks ... reindeer tracks that is. These delightful characters make into a great puppet, a candy bar treat, an unusual bar of soap and more. Try your crafty hand at some unique reindeer creations.  Tuesday, Dec 15, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.