Youth General Interest NEW! Fresh Beats - iPad
Learn the art of making techno and dance music. This is not another class in just garage band. We teach with actual hands on experience by using synthesizers, mid controllers, top notch drum machines, DJ set up’s, effects units, samplers and professional software set up in new computers. We also have the latest iPad interfacing with the coolest music apps utilizing the many hidden secrets of our customized iPads.
Age: 7 - 12 years
Location: Lincoln Center Class #
Date
111089-01 8/5 - 8/9 111089-02 8/5 - 8/9
Min/Max: 6/20 Day Time
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies R/NR
M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $167/$250 M - F 1:00 - 4:00 pm
$167/$250 radKIDS - Personal Safety Skills Class
radKIDS (Resisting Aggression Defensively) empowers children to replace fear, confusion and panic of dangerous situations with confidence, personal safety skills and self-esteem. Taught by certified instructors from the Downers Grove Police Department, the radKIDS curriculum includes topics of home, school and vehicle safety, defense against abduction, good-bad- uncomfortable touch and more. Children will gain self-confidence while learning to protect themselves from harm.
Age: 7 - 9 years Date Min/Max: 10/20
Location: Recreation Center Instructor: DG Police Department Class #
Day
111023-01 7/15 - 7/19 M - F 111023-02 7/15 - 7/19 M - F
Babysitting for Success
Be the most sought after babysitter on the block! Discussions, role-playing activities and practical experiences prepare you for the job. Skills in diapering, feeding, playing with children, child development, emergencies and first aid are covered. Bring a snack and a doll to each class. A student reference book from the American Academy of Pediatrics and many other resource materials are included. Students will receive a certificate of completion for the eight-hour class.
Age: 10 - 15 years Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Tracy Gustello Class #
Date
311013-03 5/13, 5/14, 5/16
Day
M, TU TH
Location: Lincoln Center Time R/NR
5:00 - 8:00 pm (M,TU) $55/$83 5:00 - 7:00 pm (TH)
111013-01 7/31 & 8/1 W & TH 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $55/$83
Click It or Miss It Photography Class Taking great pictures is easy when you’re exposed to the basics! Learn camera operation, do’s and don’ts, how’s and why’s. Practice taking shots using learned techniques and props to set up your own photo shoot. Take awesome shots to fool the eye and amaze your friends! Bring your camera (digital is best) with film or memory card and extra batteries. Those with a camera with menu options will benefit even more.
Age: 9 - 15 years
Location: Lincoln Center Class #
111055-01
Date 8/5
Min/Max: 10/20
Instructor: Danita M. Bergrud Day
Time M 6:00 - 7:00 pm
dgparks.org • 630.963.1300 R/NR $27/$40 Summer 2013 51 Time
9:00 - 10:30 am 12:30 - 2:00 pm
R/NR
$5/$8 $5/$8
How to Make Balloon Animals & More!
Did you ever want to learn to make those cool balloon animals you see at parties? With just a little practice, children will learn techniques needed to take a plain balloon and transform it into fascinating balloon animal creations. Make dogs, butterflies, swords and more to take home! Parents are welcome to join the party at no extra charge.
Age: 6 - 13 years
Location: Lincoln Center Class #
Date 111021-01 7/23 Min/Max: 5/15
Instructor: “Magic Team of Gary Kantor” Day
Time TU 6:00 - 7:15 pm
NEW! Taming the Mealtime Monsters and Dining Skills
Children learn how to act appropriately during mealtime by getting rid of the table monsters. For example, no more SlobberGobblerRex, who talks through dinner with food flying. Kids have fun relating to the monsters, and work to identify proper mealtime behaviors. Youngsters will also learn desirable guidelines for dining, including how to set a proper table and how to use napkins and various utensils.
Age: 6 - 12 years Date 111092-01 6/13 Min/Max: 5/25
Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: The Classy and Confident Kids’ Academy Class #
Day TH
Time 5:30 - 7:00 pm
NEW! Creating a Good First Impression When Meeting People
Youngsters learn the importance of good manners when meeting people for the first time. Good eye contact, firm handshakes, and proper introductions are emphasized. Kids are also taught the guidelines and value of writing thank you notes.
Age: 6 - 12 years Date 111093-01 7/18 Min/Max: 4/12
Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: The Classy and Confident Kids’ Academy Class #
Day TH
Time 5:30 - 6:45 pm R/NR $34/$51 R/NR $40/$60 R/NR $25/$37 Magic Class
Brand new tricks are included in each session! Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks. Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more! Children are grouped by age and learn tricks that are age-appropriate. All materials are provided. Each child receives a magic kit to take home.
Age: 5 - 12 years
Location: Lincoln Center Class #
111005-01 111005-02
Date
6/24 8/7
Min/Max: 5/35
Instructor: “Magic Team of Gary Kantor” Day
Time M W
6:30 - 7:25 pm 5:15 - 6:10 pm
R/NR
$20/$30 $20/$30
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