Art

Expand your HORIZONS
and explore your artistic site.

From finger-painting for toddlers to creating a fired ceramic masterpiece, Bolingbrook Park District has fun art programs for all ages! We off a variety of programs that use different mediums, so seasoned artists can continue to improve on skills and someone that’s just looking to learn a new skill can jump right in. We offer one-day classes, weekly programs, seasonal-themed classes to beginner workshops.

Explore Art Programs

200214 / Candle Making

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.

200214 B01 / Candle Making

05/02/2026 - 05/02/2026
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages
18, 99
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 63.00/$ 95.00
Register

200212 / Fired Ceramic Workshops

Reveal your inner artist by joining one or more of these ceramic workshops. Each workshop you will create a ceramic piece on bisque using various techniques and glaze products. Basic instructions will guide you through the project with options on each project. Using your vision and creativity you will customize your design and make it your own. Each workshop piece will be ready for firing that day. The piece will be ready for pickup in approximately a week. Fee will include bisque, color, instructions and firing. Select from the themes below..

200212 B03 / Flowers with Dragon Fly on Stoneware

05/20/2026 - 05/20/2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 56.00/$ 61.00
Register

200206 / Crochet Granny Bag or Market Bag

Ages 14 years and up
Mandala art originated in India and has since spread around the world, often referred to as dot painting. In this class, participants will learn how to create their own unique mandala design on an 8 x 8 canvas. Everyone is encouraged to develop their own ideas and artistic style.
The first 20 minutes of class will include step-by-step instruction, introducing specific dot-painting tools and techniques to help you create your own masterpiece. All tools and paints are provided, and participants may choose their own color palette. No artistic experience is required.

200206 C01 / Mandala Art/Dot Painting Class

06/06/2026 - 06/06/2026
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Ages
14-18
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 35.00/$ 52.00
Register

200214 / Candle Making

Ages 14 years & up
Join Keller Candle Company and the Bolingbrook Park District for an immersive candle-making experience. Guided by an expert chandler, you’ll learn the art of candle crafting from start to finish while creating your own beautifully hand-poured candle. We use high-quality, eco-friendly materials, including non-toxic fragrance oils, wax and reusable vessels designed for life beyond the flame. All supplies are included.

200214 C01 / Candle Making

06/13/2026 - 06/13/2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages
14-17
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 63.00/$ 95.00
Register

200212 / Fired Ceramic Workshops

Ages 14 years & up
Immerse yourself in a creative afternoon crafting your own one-of-a-kind ceramic piece. You’ll experiment with a variety of glazes, learn new techniques, and enjoy a fun, relaxed class environment. All supplies are provided. Your ceramic piece will be fired after class and ready for pick-up the following week at BRAC.

200212 C01 / Laughlin Lady Bugs

06/24/2026 - 06/24/2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages
Adult-0
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 54.00/$ 59.00
Register

200207 / Crochet Granny Bag or Market Bag

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.

200207 C01 / Market Tote

07/15/2026 - 07/15/2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 49.00/$ 54.00
Register

200212 / Fired Ceramic Workshops

Ages 14 years &up
Immerse yourself in a creative afternoon crafting your own one-of-a-kind ceramic piece. You’ll experiment with a variety of glazes, learn new techniques, and enjoy a fun, relaxed class environment. All supplies are provided. Your ceramic piece will be fired after class and ready for pick-up the following week at BRAC.

200212 C02 / Cobblestone Dragon Flies

07/22/2026 - 07/22/2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages
Adult-0
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 54.00/$ 59.00
Register

200327 / Stop-Motion Animation-Pokemon Stop Motion Flix* Camp

Ages 7-14 years
Make your own stop-motion movie using Pokemon characters. Create fires, explosions, and massive floods to incorporate in your epic battles or team up to save the day. Work in small groups to storyboard, film, and voice-over your adventure, and no Pokemon knowledge needed to join the fun.
Program Benefits include Teamwork, Creativity, Character Development, Story Development, Stop Motion Movie Making and Stop Motion Special Effects. $35 production fee is included in the cost of the camp.

200327 G01 / Stop-Motion Animation-Pokemon Stop Motion Flix* Camp

08/03/2026 - 08/07/2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages
7-14
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 309.00/$ 399.00
Register

200214 / Candle Making

Ages 14 years & up
Join Keller Candle Company and the Bolingbrook Park District for an immersive candle-making experience. Guided by an expert chandler, you’ll learn the art of candle crafting from start to finish while creating your own beautifully hand-poured candle. We use high-quality, eco-friendly materials, including non-toxic fragrance oils, wax and reusable vessels designed for life beyond the flame. All supplies are included.

200214 C02 / Candle Making

08/07/2026 - 08/07/2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages
14-17
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 63.00/$ 95.00
Register

  
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