Community education & youth programs

Sessions available 

• Money Matters — Learn to save it! (open to K-6)  
  • Learn where money comes from, how to save money and why it’s important to save it.      
• Beat It! — An intro to drumming (open to K-6)
  • Get ready to make some noise! In this high-energy, hands-on class, you'll explore the exciting world of drumming.           
• Designing Desserts (open to K-6)  
  • Young chefs will whip up some fun with hands-on baking activities including decorating, measuring and mixing and will discover how to make their desserts look as amazing as they taste!
• Junior Welding Workshop (open to K-6) 
  • Spark your creativity — literally! In this hands-on workshop, young makers will safely explore the basics of welding and metalworking through fun, age-appropriate activities.      
• Crowning Confidence — An intro to pageants (open to K-6)    
  • This fun and empowering course introduces students to the exciting world of pageants while building confidence.   
• Backyard Birding (open to K-6)    
  • In this interactive class, young nature lovers will learn to spot, identify and appreciate local birds through hands-on activities, games and guided outdoor exploration.    
• Gardening: Seeds to Sprouts (open to K-6)
  • In this class, you'll explore the life cycle of plants from seed to sprout and participate in hands-on activities in the Sandburg Community Garden. 
• Dance Improvisation and Rhythm (open to K-6)
  • Step into a world of movement and music! No prior dance experience needed for this creative dance class.
• Cheer We Go! (open to K-3) 
  • Ready? Okay! This class introduces students to the basics of cheerleading. Through fun routines, kids will build coordination, confidence and school spirit.
• Sock Puppet Theater (open to K-1)
  • Get ready to bring stories to life — one sock at a time! In this imaginative class, you'll create your very own sock puppets and bring stories to life with your creations.
• Rhythm & Rhyme: Instrument & Song Creation (open to K-1)
  • In this playful class, young learners will explore the magic of rhythm and rhyme by making their own instruments, and learning call and response songs.
• Crafting: Little Hands, Big Creations (open to K-1) 
  • Young artists will explore a variety of summer-themed crafts while practicing individual imagination and skill building as they bring their big ideas to life!

• Snap It! — Photography Fun (open to 2-6)
  • Say cheese, and get ready to see the world through a new lens! In this fun and beginner-friendly photography class, you'll explore the basics of taking great photos.          
• Dungeons & Dragons: My First Campaign (open to 2-6)
  • Grab your dice and get ready for an epic adventure! In this introduction to Dungeons & Dragons, create your own characters, explore magical worlds and team up to solve puzzles, battle monsters and have a blast on your first campaign.      
• Knead to Know: Basics of Bread Making (open to 2-6)
  • Flour and fun await! In this beginner bread-making class, dive into the delicious world of dough as you learn how to measure, mix, knead and shape your own loaves to take home.  
• STEM in the Sky: Kite Building & Aerodynamics (open to 2-6)  
  • Explore the science of flight by designing, building and flying your very own kites. Along the way, you'll learn about aerodynamics and gain a deeper understanding of physics in action.
• Chess for Success (open to 2-3)      
  • Checkmate your way to fun! Through playful lessons and friendly matches, you'll build critical thinking, problem-solving skills and focus — all while enjoying the timeless challenge of chess. 
• Uke Can Do It!— Beginner Ukulele Class (open to 4-6) 
  • In this beginner-friendly ukulele class, you'll learn the basics of playing this fun, tiny guitar while building musical skills, rhythm and confidence. The class has an additional cost of $30 as students will be provided with their very own ukuleles. 
• Crack the Case: Forensics (open to 4-6)
  • Get ready to solve mysteries! In this exciting class, explore the fascinating world of forensics with fingerprinting, fiber analysis, blood typing and handwriting recognition to solve a fictional case.  
• Rocket into Robotics (open to 4-6)
  • Ready to code your way to robot adventures? This interactive class introduces the world of programming. Perfect for beginners who love technology and want to explore the exciting future of robotics!    
• Tech Wizardry (open to 4-6)
  • From lighting up circuits to casting spells with code, explore the building blocks of the digital world through hands-on activities, games and creative projects.