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YOUTH ART/MUSIC PROGRAMS

    
     CREATIVE ARTS PROGRAM     NEW!

WHO:  Children entering 5th-8th Grade  
WHEN:  Monday, July 18–Friday ,July 22   
           9:00am-2:00pm                      
WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Band Room & Cafeteria
FEE:  $220.00

Explore the creative arts through music, dance, nature appreciation, outdoor walks, sketching, lunch preparation using basic cooking skills, arts and craft activities and much more.  You can participate in a band if you have one year of instrumental instruction or learn to play the Recorder.  All can participate in singing and a drum circle.  You will need to bring your band instrument or recorder with you.  Come spend the week with us and discover your hidden creative talents!!  Bring water bottle and morning snack.  Instructors Anne Busby & Ginny Meade

 




ART PROGRAM I         FULL


WHO: Children that are entering  grade 2- grade 4                  
WHEN: July 11- July 15              9:00a.m.-12:00noon          
WHERE: Houghton Elementary  School Art Room
FEE:  $140.00

Join Mrs. Greene, the Art the Art Teacher at Houghton School, for a fun week of creativity!  Each day we will explore drawing, painting, modeling with clay and techniques used by famous artists as well as many handicraft activities.  Children are encouraged to express their individual creativity through many kinds of activities each day.  All materials supplied including a drawing kit and sketchbook for use during the summer.  Bring a snack and drink each day. 




NOTE : IF YOUR CHILD IS SIGNED UP FOR  MRS. GREENE’S ART PROGRAM AND GUITAR LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS(12:30 class only), THEY CAN STAY FOR A SUPERVISED LUNCH FROM 12:00-12:30pm.  THEY MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN LUNCH.

 



GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS

WHO:    Boys and Girls   Grades 2-4
WHEN:  July 11– July 15
                   Session I:           12:30pm-1:30pm
                   Session II:         1:30-2:30pm
(please plan to arrive a few minutes early for guitar Tuning)
WHERE: Houghton Elementary Music Room
FEE:  $60.00

Group guitar instruction for the beginning guitarist.  We will practice the basics needed to sing around a campfire, play the blues and even try out a few rock and roll riffs!  We will reinforce rhythm reading and encourage the young learner to explore the guitar.  Students will perform a short concert on the last day of camp!  Children must have their own working acoustic or electric guitar and an electronic guitar tuner(available at Wal-Mart).  All other music and material will be provided. 
You can contact Miss Wilke at jbwilkeuph@yahoo.com with any questions regarding equipment.





PROJECT RUNWAY & MORE   

WHO:    Children in grades 5-9
WHEN:  June 28, 29, & 30       9:00-2:00 PM
WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Cafeteria and Art Room
FEE:    $160.00

This class is designed for the aspiring fashion designer.  Your child will create a piece of clothing and learn about baking.  All materials supplied.Students will get to enjoy the treats with the drinks that  will be provided for snacks.  Please bring a lunch!!  Instructors Rachel Grabek & Ginny Meade.  Notify instructors of any food allergies.


 


CRAFTS, COOKING, AND CONSTRUCTION!    


WHO:    Children in grades 5-8
WHEN:  July 5-July 8                          9:00-2:00PM
WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Cafeteria and Art Room
FEE: $200.00

Students will create craft projects including use of the potters’ wheel, hand-built clay, painting, and sewing projects.  In addition, students will learn a variety of cooking techniques.  They will make their own lunches and snacks.  Cost includes all materials and food ingredients.  Instructors are Rachel Grabek and Ginny Meade.



 








 
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