Art

In this two hour make and take you will crochet your own Market Bag. Written patterns will be provided at the beginning of class and kits will be available with all necessary crochet tools and notions included. Prior crochet experience required.

In this five week course you’ll learn the basic stitches, concepts and components of crochet. We will go over all the how-tos and whatnots you need to know to wrangle this hobby. We’ll go over chain stitches, single, and half-double crochet stitches; when and how to use magic rings and slipknots; how to decipher pattern abbreviations and yarn wrapper information. All materials and gadgets will be supplied on the first day of class to use in class. *Disclosure – Instructor cannot guarantee you will walk away with a finished item; everyone learns at their own pace and that’s okay.

Join Keller Candle Company & the Bolingbrook Park District in learning the art of candle making. Our expert chandler will walk you through the entire process and assist you in creating your own beautiful hand-crafted candle. We use quality ingredients and eco-friendly non-toxic fragrance oils, wax, and vessels that can be re-purposed after your candle is done. All supplies are included.

“Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the
world.” – Albert Einstein. The Creative Writing Club is designed to ignite the imaginations of young writers, foster their love for language, and cultivate their creative expression. Through exploration of classic literature, inspiring writing exercises, creative language games and collaboration, students will explore different genres, learn and practice grammatical concepts, develop their writing skills, and build confidence in their ability to communicate effectively.

This Club provides a fun, action-packed and positive environment to promote physical, mental and emotional health. Students will explore themes of communication, compassion for self and others, active listening, conflict resolution, gentle exercise, nutrition, mindfulness and respect. A qualified instructor will guide the participants in hands-on learning through games, movement, creative writing, problem-solving exercises and journaling.

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso. Art class encourages students to explore their artistic side. Through inspiring projects that foster creativity, the study of great artists (from classic to contemporary) and skill development through learning step-by-step drawing techniques, your child will take a journey into the world of art – a journey they’ll be eager to continue week after week.

Drawing is an important step into the world of writing for young children. The loops and shapes help develop emerging writing skills such as eye-hand coordination, observation and self-confidence. Drawing allows children to express themselves, spark their imaginations and tell a story with their illustrations. Join us for the creative fun.

Let’s find out how the weather affects our creativity. Our time together begins in the classroom then moves outdoor for some fresh-air inspired artsy fun. Students will learn about primary, secondary, cool, and warm colors. We will explore several different types of art. Children may get messy; smocks are encouraged but not required.

Is your child a Brainy Kids kid? Find out by signing up for one or all of these sampler classes. These enrichment classes feature themes that engage children and offer opportunities for social, physical and intellectual growth. Children will practice reading, using scissors, and writing with pencils.
Children do not have to be toilet trained for these classes. Parents must remain in the building during class time.

Take a break from the heat and join us for an indoor summer party. Children will work together to make a party plan based on a different theme each week. Time will be spent making invitations, creating party games, and decorating the room all in preparation for opening the door to our grownups at party time. Children will get a popsicle at the end of each party.