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Youth/Teen Programs and Trips
Additional programs may be available. Please check out the program guide for any additional programs.
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13 & Up)
Jun 6
6:30pm - 9:30pm
In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play the piano the way professionals do using chords. Course is taught via Zoom so you can learn from the comfort of your own home! Class includes an online book and online follow up video lessons to practice on your own. Zoom link will be emailed to participants before the first class. Instructor: Craig Coffman
Price: $59/$69
Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13 & Up)
Jun 7
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ever wanted to learn guitar but never had the time? In just a few hours, you can gain enough knowledge to play basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away! Course is taught via Zoom so you can learn from the comfort of your own home! Class includes an online book and follow up video lessons to practice on your own. Zoom link will be emailed to participants before the first class.
Price: $59/$69
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13 & Up)
Jun 13
6:30pm - 9:30pm
In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play the piano the way professionals do using chords. Course is taught via Zoom so you can learn from the comfort of your own home! Class includes an online book and online follow up video lessons to practice on your own. Zoom link will be emailed to participants before the first class. Instructor: Craig Coffman
Price: $59/$69
Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13 & Up)
Jun 14
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ever wanted to learn guitar but never had the time? In just a few hours, you can gain enough knowledge to play basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away! Course is taught via Zoom so you can learn from the comfort of your own home! Class includes an online book and follow up video lessons to practice on your own. Zoom link will be emailed to participants before the first class.
Price: $59/$69
Clay Creations (Ages 7-10)
Jun 20 - Jul 11
10:30am - 11:30am
Use your imagination to create one of a kind clay projects in a relaxed atmosphere where imagination is encouraged. All pieces will be glazed and baked. Clothing may get messy, dress appropriately. All supplies are included.
Class is held on Tuesdays.
Price: $70/$80
Camera Park Nature Journal (Ages 7-10)
Jun 20
11:00am - 12:00pm
Learn about the trees that make up Glendale Heights biggest park and create your very own nature journal to take home and share with friends and family. Parents are welcome to attend.
Program Location: Camera Park Splash Pad Shelter
Price: $10/$15
Magic Class (Ages 6-12)
Jun 20
6:45pm - 7:40pm
MAGIC CLASS! Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks from the “Magic of Gary Kantor”! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session! Instructor: Magic of Gary Kantor
Class Location: Glen Ellyn Park District 185 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn
Price: $22/$27
Let’s Get Creative! Creative Writing for Kids (Ages 7-11)
Jun 21 - Jul 12
10:30am - 11:30am
Let the creative juices flow! In this fun and interactive class, kids will use their own natural talent of creativity and imagination to learn how to effectively develop and write their own stories. Each session covers different activities and topics. Class is taught live via zoom by Language in Action, Inc. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before each session.
Class is held on Wednesdays.
Price: $70/$80
Pizza Masters (Ages 8-13)
Jun 21
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn to create your very own pizza masterpiece from scratch! All supplies are included, just bring your appetite.
Price: $12/$17
DIY Butterfly Habitat (Ages 5-10)
Jun 29
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Become a butterfly expert and learn all about what butterflies need to thrive. Each participant will also make their very own butterfly habitat where they can watch their very own butterfly eggs transform and grow into beautiful butterflies right before their eyes.
Price: $10/$15
Clay Creations (Ages 7-10)
Jul 18 - Aug 8
10:30am - 11:30am
Use your imagination to create one of a kind clay projects in a relaxed atmosphere where imagination is encouraged. All pieces will be glazed and baked. Clothing may get messy, dress appropriately. All supplies are included.
Class is held on Tuesdays.
Price: $70/$80
Let’s Get Creative! Creative Writing for Kids (Ages 7-11)
Jul 19 - Aug 9
10:30am - 11:30am
Let the creative juices flow! In this fun and interactive class, kids will use their own natural talent of creativity and imagination to learn how to effectively develop and write their own stories. Each session covers different activities and topics. Class is taught live via zoom by Language in Action, Inc. Zoom login information will be emailed to participants before each session.
Class is held on Wednesdays.
Price: $70/$80
Pizza Masters (Ages 8-13)
Jul 19
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn to create your very own pizza masterpiece from scratch! All supplies are included, just bring your appetite.
Price: $12/$17
DIY Butterfly Habitat (Ages 5-10)
Jul 27
11:00am - 12:00pm
Become a butterfly expert and learn all about what butterflies need to thrive. Each participant will also make their very own butterfly habitat where they can watch their very own butterfly eggs transform and grow into beautiful butterflies right before their eyes.
Price: $10/$15
Camera Park Nature Journal (Ages 7-10)
Aug 1
11:00am - 12:00pm
Learn about the trees that make up Glendale Heights biggest park and create your very own nature journal to take home and share with friends and family. Parents are welcome to attend.
Program Location: Camera Park Splash Pad Shelter
Price: $10/$15
Magic Class (Ages 6-12)
Aug 2
4:00pm - 4:55pm
MAGIC CLASS! Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks from the “Magic of Gary Kantor”! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate. Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session! Instructor: Magic of Gary Kantor
Class Location: Glen Ellyn Park District 185 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn
Price: $22/$27
DIY Butterfly Habitat (Ages 5-10)
Aug 17
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Become a butterfly expert and learn all about what butterflies need to thrive. Each participant will also make their very own butterfly habitat where they can watch their very own butterfly eggs transform and grow into beautiful butterflies right before their eyes.
Price: $10/$15
Pizza Masters (Ages 8-13)
Aug 23
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn to create your very own pizza masterpiece from scratch! All supplies are included, just bring your appetite.
Price: $12/$17
