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All classes held at the Derby Recreation Center,

801 E. Market, unless otherwise noted.

Participants are asked to bring a large shirt or smock to class. Derby Recreation Commission is not responsible for clothing damaged during class time. Please make sure your child is in the correct age class before signing him/her up for a preschool program. *Don’t forget to bring supplies listed on receipt.

 

DON’T LET A GOOD PROGRAM BITE THE DUST!

Waiting until the last minute to register is a sure way to have the program become filled or cancelled. Register early and guarantee yourself a spot!

 If a class is missed because of bad weather or illness of instructor, a make-up class will be added to the end of the session.  If, however, you are unable to attend a class, we will not provide a make-up class for that day for individuals.

MAKE IT-TAKE IT VALENTINES 

Give art from the heart to your friends and family this year.  Print, stamp, collage, dye or paint your own ONE-OF-A-KIND valentines!

DATE:  Saturday, February 5

TIME:  1:00-2:30pm (Ages 6-9 years) 3:00-4:30pm (Ages 10-13 years)

FEE:  $10.00

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  February 2

 

ART DISCOVERERS-ART BASICS 

Young artists will explore the creative process through painting, paper cut-outs, printmaking, and drawing.  Strong emphasis on individual self-expression and discovery.

DATE:  January 4-February 1 OR February 8-March 8

DAY:  Tuesday

TIME:  4:00-5:00pm

AGE:  6-9 years old

FEE:  $20.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Jerman

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 29/February 2

 

ART DISCOVERERS-CLAY SCULPT 

Push it, pound it, squeeze it, roll it.  Come and discover what you can create with clay.  Don’t miss out on the fun!  12 lbs. of clay, glaze and kiln firing provided.

DATE:  January 5-February 2 OR February 9-March 9

DAY:  Wednesday

TIME:  4:00-5:15pm

AGE:  6-9 years old

FEE:  $25.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 30/January 26

 

PRE-COOL ART 

Young artists will explore color, shape and texture through a variety of materials and activities focused on creative self-expression.  This is a fun and imaginative learning environment and it can get messy—remember to dress appropriately!

DATE:  January 3-February 2 OR February 7-March 9

DAY:  Monday/Wednesday

TIME:  1:00-2:00pm

AGE:  3-5 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Kephart

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 29/February 3

 

ART EXPLORERS-THE POTTER’S WHEEL    

The basics of wheel thrown pottery will be covered in this hands-on class for young artists.  12 lbs. of clay, glazes and kiln firing provided.  Class size is limited to the number of wheels available in the art center.  Please register early to ensure availability.

DATE:  January 3-31 OR February 7-March 7

DAY:  Monday

TIME:  4:00-5:30pm

AGE:  10-15 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Frisco

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 28/February 1

 

ART EXPLORERS MULTIPLE MASTERPIECES 

Friends and family fighting over your masterpieces?  Think your art and designs would look cool on a T-shirt?  Learn how to duplicate your art for everyone to enjoy and wear with basic printmaking techniques.

DATE:  January 3-31 OR February 7-March 7

DAY:  Monday

TIME:  4:00-5:30pm

AGE:  10-15 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Kephart

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 28/February 1

ART EXPLORERS-COLLAGE MADNESS 

If you find collage-making exciting, then learn how to take your collages to a whole new world.  Combine 2-D collage elements with 3-dimensional objects to make the ULTIMATE WORK of ART!

DATE:  January 5-February 2 OR February 9-March 9

DAY:  Wednesday

TIME:  4:00-5:30pm

AGE:  10-15 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Kephart

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 30/February 3

 

ART EXPLORERS-CLAY SCULPT 

Push it, pound it, squeeze it, roll it.  Come and discover what you can create with clay.  Don’t miss out on the fun!  12 lbs. of clay, glaze, and kiln firing provided.

DATE:  January 6-February 3 OR February 10-March 10

DAY:  Thursday

TIME:  4:00-5:30pm

AGE:  10-15 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  December 31/February 4

CREATION LAB-RECYCLABLE ART 

Take advantage of the unexpected!  Explore the use of recyclable materials as you make trash into treasure.

DATE:  January 8-15

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  11:00am-12:15pm

AGE:  6-12 years old

FEE:  $10.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 6

 

CREATION LAB-STORYBOOK ART 

Tell your story in your own accordion book with drawings, collages, prints and more.

DATE:  January 22-29

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  11:00am-12:15pm

AGE:  6-12 years old

FEE:  $10.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 20

CREATION LAB-KINETIC ART 

Make unlikely connections!  Create art that moves, jiggles, bumps, twirls, vibrates, or shakes.

DATE:  February 5-12

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  11:00am-12:15pm

AGE:  6-12 years old

FEE:  $10.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  February 3

 

CREATION LAB-GLOBAL ART 

Be an explorer!  Tap into the art of other cultures.

DATE:  February 19-26

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  11:00am-12:15pm

AGE:  6-12 years old

FEE:  $10.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  February 17

CREATION LAB-EDIBLE ART 

Create art so good you could eat it!  Come and sculpt, draw and paint with cookie dough, candy and more.

DATE:  March 5-12

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  11:00am-12:15pm

AGE:  6-12 years old

FEE:  $10.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  March 10

TINY BALLERINAS 

Intro to basic ballet positions and movements developed for our youngest dancers to gain coordination, flexibility and self-confidence.  Lots of one-on-one instruction in a fun and lively environment.  Recital for family and friends February 26.

DATE:  January 8-February 26

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  10:00-10:50am (Ages 3-4 years),  11:00am-11:50am (Ages 5-6 years)

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Call

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 4

 

BALLET I 

Boys and girls will enjoy learning the basics of ballet, an art form that develops athleticism, coordination, agility, and expression.  Students will discover their own potential for communicating through movement as they progress through the session.  Informal recital on February 26.

DATE:  January 8-February 26

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  2:00-3:00pm

AGE:  7-8 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Call

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 4

JAZZY TAPPERS 

An introduction to basic tap for young dancers including shuffles, slaps, toe/heels and beginning wing steps.  Developed for the dancer to gain coordination, flexibility and endurance.  Recital for family and friends at the close of the session.

DATE:  January 8-February 26

DAY:  Saturday

TIME:  1:00-2:00pm

AGE:  6-8 years old

FEE:  $28.00

INSTRUCTOR:  Art Spot Staff

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  January 4

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