A LANSING AREA RESOURCES GUIDEFOR CREATIVE KIDS OF ALL AGES

THE ARTS COUNCILOF GREATER LANSING

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Letter from the Executive Director

Young Creatives GuideWelcome to the Arts Council of Greater Lansings Young Creatives Guide. This guide was designed to help creative kids from all over the Lansing area find ways to explore their creativity and grow in the arts.

Inside its pages you will find a variety of offerings from the Arts Councils arts and cultural member organizations. Whether your student is interested in camps, classes, daily workshops or one-time sessions, you will find them here.

In addition to offering opportunities in the literary, performance and visual arts, the organizations listed here also offer a variety of scholarships and other income-based opportunities to ensure that resources are available for everyone.

The Arts Council believes that all youth deserve the chance to explore the arts and tap into their creativity, so we invite you to delve into these pages and dream big!

Deborah E MikulaExecutive Director

Over the last year, the Arts Council staff and board has been molding and shaping and brainstorming and coalescing our ideas to offer a more expansive program within the arts for youth in the tri-counties. We officially launched the Young Creatives program in April 2014 with three key components that we are excited to share with you.

Young Creatives Scholarships: Grants of up to $1,500 were available to area arts and cultural organizations this past spring to assist underserved youth in attending arts-related programs, camps and classes during the summer. This winter, we will expand these scholarship offerings to include all related art programs throughout the full year.

Young Creatives Billboards: In March 2015, during National Youth Arts Month, we will launch our Young Creatives Billboards, a public campaign celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent of area youth. The project will feature the artwork of 15-30 tri-county area students on billboards placed in strategic locations throughout the tri-counties, and our message will highlight the importance of arts in education.

Young Creatives Guide: If you are reading this, then you will know that the guide you hold in your hands or are viewing on our website is one of the most important elements of this program. The Young Creatives Guide 2014-2015 provides Lansings young creatives, their parents and their teachers with an extensive listing of classes, camps, lectures, workshops and more for anything from writing to dancing to theatreand beyond!

Our valuable work over the course of the last year to recognize and support emerging talent in elementary through high school has also been recognized by Michigan State University Federal Credit Union. We want to thank them for their generous financial support that will help fund printing, marketing, expanded scholarships and other associated program costs.

All of our hard work is paying off as we continue to mold and shape and brainstormwe are committed to grow the Young Creatives Program and provide more creative opportunities and outlets for area youth. As Maya Angelo wrote, You cant use up creativitythe more you use, the more you have. We hope that over the course of the next year you will take advantage of all the creative, innovative and affordable art programs that are offered in our community. Turn the page to begin your artistic journey.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Literary Arts

Performing Arts

Visual Arts

Sponsors

Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University......................................................................................15Lansing Art Gallery...........................................................................................................................................................16Ledge Craft Lane.............................................................................................................................................................18REACH Studio Art Center................................................................................................................................................18Studio Retreat..................................................................................................................................................................22

RCAH Center for Poetry at MSU........................................................................................................................................4

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre...................................................................................................................................5Ballet Maria Luz .................................................................................................................................................................6Happendance....................................................................................................................................................................6Lansing Symphony Orchestra............................................................................................................................................7Michigan State Universitys Community Music School.......................................................................................................9The Mason Orchestral Society.........................................................................................................................................12Meridian Community Band..............................................................................................................................................12Wharton Center for the Performing Arts - MSU Federal Credit Union Institute for Arts & Creativity..............................13

Design and layout by: Matthew CaudellInformation compiled and edited by: Marcus Fields

LITERARY ARTS

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RCAH Center for Poetry at MSU

210 Snyder Hall362 Bogue StreetEast Lansing, MI 48825

(517) 884-1932

cpoetry@msu.eduskeen@msu.edu

poetry.rcah.msu.eduwww.facebook.com/cpoetrymsu www.twitter.com/centerforpoetry

Fall Writers SeriesType of program: Interactive Lecture

The RCAH Center for Poetry at MSU offers an annual Fall Writers Series in which featured writers speak with students. Other events involving featured writers will take place while theyre on campus such as writing workshops, informal talks, or conferences. Additional information about the Center for Poetry, the Fall Writers Series or specific programs can be obtained by emailing the Center for Poetry (after Aug. 15) at cpoetry@msu.edu or Anita Skeen, Director of the Center for Poetry, at skeen@msu.edu.

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819 Abbot RoadEast Lansing, MI 48823

(517) 333-2580, ext. 1

kmiller@cityofeastlansing.com

www.cityofeastlansing.com/allofuswww.allofusexpress.org

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre ProductionsType of program: Productions

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre offers youth the opportunity to take part in every aspect of theatre production from acting, technical production and costume design to set construction. It brings four major productions to the Greater Lansing community each year with the help of hundreds of youth from throughout the region. Ages for cast/crew members for productions must be between 9 and 18 years with the exception of the summer show where youth as young as 6 years old can participate. Production participation fees range from $40 - $100. Scholarships are available. Please contact All-of-us Express for the scholarship form. Most scholarships cover 50-75 percent of fees.

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre Drama CampsType of program: Camp

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre drama camps are for ages 5-16. Camps are grouped by age (example 5-9 years; 7-12 years; 13 & up). The cost to participate in drama camp is $150/week. Scholarships are available. Please contact All-of-us Express for the scholarship form. Most scholarships cover 50-75 percent of fees.

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre WorkshopsType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre also holds a variety of workshops. Ages and costs vary depending on the specific workshop. For upcoming workshops, check out the All-of-us Express website at http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/allofus

All-of-us Express Childrens Theatre

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PERFORMING ARTS

3448 Hagadorn Road, Suite COkemos, MI 48864

(517) 333-3528

School@Happendance.org

www.happendance.org

Happendance SchoolType of program: After School

Happendance offers Happendance School, an after-school program of progressive dance instruction in ballet, modern dance, tap, jazz, hip hop, choreography and creative classes for ages three and up.

Happendance To GoType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Happendance also provides Happendance To Go, which consists of assembly performances and teaching workshops for public and private educational institutions with students in grades K-6.

Ballet Maria Luz

Happendance

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1425 ShubelLansing, MI 48910

(517) 899-6539

1425shubel@gmail.com

Dance ClassesType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Ballet Maria Luzs Dance class offers Latino and traditional social dances at Foster Community Center through Lansing Parks and Recreation. For more information visit the Lansing Parks and Recreations website at http://www.lansingmi.gov/things_to_do.

PERFORMING ARTS

501 S. Capitol Ave.Suite 400Lansing, MI 48933

(517) 487-5001

info@lansingsymphony.org

www.lansingsymphony.org

Young Peoples Concert: Link Up The Orchestra SingsType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Students and teachers participating in Lansing Symphony Orchestras Link Up program receive recorders and workbooks that explore orchestral repertoire through a hands-on curriculum. Students are invited to attend a culminating Young Peoples Concert with the LSO where they sing and play recorder from their seats. The Young Peoples Concert is open to all public, private and homeschool students in grades 3-5.

Side-by-Side Performance with Holiday PopsType of program: Competitions

Side-by-Side Performance with Holiday Pops gives area instrumentalists the opportunity to audition for a chance to perform with the Lansing Symphony on their annual Holiday Pops. A student rehearsal with select Lansing Symphony musicians will occur, as well as a full orchestra rehearsal and performance at Wharton Center. This program is for students in grades 9-12.

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Wharton Center Institute Residency ProgramType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Happendance offers the Wharton Center Institute Residency Program. As Artists-in-Residence, Happendance Teaching Specialists provide eight consecutive dance classes to four selected classrooms at an individual school each year for grades K-6.

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Lansing Symphony Youth CompetitionType of program: Competitions

In the spring, area instrumentalists are invited to participate in the annual Youth Competition. Lansing Symphony musicians will judge and provide feedback. The first-place winner receives a trophy, cash prize and chance to perform with the orchestra. Second- and third-place winners also receive cash prizes.

Family Series at the LibraryType of program: Concerts

In collaboration with the Capital Area District Library, Lansing Symphony Orchestra musicians present short interactive concerts that connect families and young children with music and literature in an informal setting. Each performance is followed by a craft activity. This program runs in the fall and spring for families with children ages 0-10.

High School PartnershipsType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Through Lansing Symphony Orchestras High School Partnerships, groups of tickets are offered to area band and orchestra high school groups to attend concerts from the LSOs MasterWorks series. Coinciding with the concert, a behind the scenes or master class experience can be arranged.

Music In Our SchoolsType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Music in our Schools brings LSO musicians, both solo performers and ensemble, into local classrooms. Students are given opportunities to experience live music in their own setting, interact with professional musicians and learn about instruments, music-making and composers.

Open Rehearsals of MasterWorks Concerts

Through this program, instrumental students (piano, strings, etc.) are invited to attend select open rehearsals featuring guest artists of that instrument. During the break of the rehearsal, guest artists will meet briefly with students to answer questions and give insight into professional life.

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Master Classes with Guest ArtistsType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Lansing Symphony Orchestra shares visiting guest artists with local schools for master classes. Past guest artists have instructed middle-school students on the basics of playing in an orchestra to more advanced classes of college students learning the secrets to successful auditionsand performances.

Family Fun CardType of program: Concerts

Family Fun Card is an opportunity to make LSO concerts more affordable for families. With the LSO Family Fun Card, buy a membership for the entire family and receive discounted tickets all season long.

Michigan State Universitys Community Music School

4930 S. Hagadorn Rd.East Lansing, MI 48823

(517) 355-7661

commusic@msu.edu

www.cms.msu.edu

Private LessonsType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Community Music School offers private lessons for students of all skill levels on a weekly basis during the 17-week fall semester, 17-week spring semester and 10-week summer semester. Lesson durations are 30, 45 or 60 minutes and are scheduled around student and teacher availability. Private-lesson tuition includes weekly lessons, occasional group lessons, school-wide recitals and occasional guest master classes. Lessons are available for the following: piano, strings, woodwinds and brass, percussion, voice, carillon, jazz and composition and theory. Students may opt for traditional lessons or Suzuki lessons for some instruments. Lesson costs start at $29 for a 30-minute lesson and financial aid is available to students with need.

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Classes and EnsemblesType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

CMS offers classes and ensembles for all ages. These include Beginning Violin, Strings Reading Orchestra and Group Piano Class. Classes can be a great way for students to begin music study or work on group playing skills. Suzuki group classes are available to students enrolled in Suzuki method lessons. Class tuition costs vary, and financial aid is available to students with need.

Eric RicStar Winter Music Therapy CampType of program: Camp

The Eric RicStar Winter Music Therapy Camp is a day camp that runs in the summer and provides opportunities for musical expression, enjoyment and interaction for all persons with special needs and their siblings. Sessions include songwriting, rock n roll combo, silly sing-along, xylophones, percussion, movement, improvisation and more.

Musical Theatre CampType of program: Camp

Musical Theatre Camp is a summer day-camp for elementary, middle and high school students. Campers in grades 9-12 will spend the full two weeks developing skills, including solo and ensemble voice development, choreography and prop design, while focusing on healthy singing using musical theatre repertoire. Campers in grades 2-8 will join them in the second week, and the camp will culminate in a final revue featuring scenes and songs from many popular musicals.

Rock CampType of program: Camp

Rock Camp is a summer day-camp for middle and high school students who have some experience playing their instruments (guitar, bass, drums, keyboard or vocals). At camp, students will form and work in their own bands based on musical interest and skill level. They will learn songs in preparation for an end-of-camp rock concert and participate in workshops such as songwriting, marketing, promotion, sound and more!

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Middle School Band CampType of program: Camp

The Middle School Band Camp is a summer day-camp for middle school students who have completed at least one year of instrumental study. This five-day camp meets in the Music Building on the MSU campus and provides students with an opportunity to perform with other talented students, receive class instruction in instrumental technique and explore music through musicianship classes. Time spent studying and rehearsing culminates in a concert for parents and friends on Friday.

Beginning Strings CampType of program: Camp

Beginning Strings Camp will introduce violins, violas and cellos to children ages 6-12 years. Camp gives students five days of hands-on instruction by professional string teachers, along with singing and music theory games. Camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Instruments are provided for students who do not have one. Camp will consist of one hour of instruction on the students chosen strings instrument, lunch, singing and music-theory games and a musicianship class.

Children and Youth ChoirsType of program: Choirs

The Children and Youth Choirs are made up of students, ages 7-18, from the community who enjoy singing, learning, and meeting new people. Each choir needs enthusiastic, talented and creative singers who are ready to work hard, challenge themselves and have fun. Students must audition for each choir, but no audition material is necessary. The choirs are: Cantabile (ages 7-10), CMS Singers (ages 9-14), MSU Childrens Choir (ages 10-16) and the MSU Youth Chorale, which is comprised of the Young Womens Chorus (ages 15-18) and the Young Mens Chorus (ages 13-18). Tuition starts at $175 per semester, and financial aid is available to students with need.

Music TherapyType of program: Special Services

Music Therapy services are offered in individual or group settings, as appropriate for the students needs and abilities. Special needs that often are effectively treated with music-therapy techniques include: those arising from medical illnesses, developmental disabilities, physical impairments, emotional disturbances, autism, sensory impairments, specific learning disabilities and aging. Costs vary, and financial aid is available to students with need.

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The Mason Orchestral Society

P.O. Box 473Mason, MI 48854

information@masonorchestras.org

www.masonorchestras.org

The Mason PhilharmonicType of program: Ensemble

A youth-oriented teaching orchestra serving all communities in the Greater Lansing area that provides string, wind, and percussion students the opportunity to refine their ensemble-playing skills and experience individual- and small-group instruction in the context of orchestral rehearsing. The Philharmonic currently serves about 50 students ages 10 and up and has the capacity to serve up to 100 depending on instrumentation and resources. Rehearsals run Sept. - May on Tuesday nights, following a brief placement audition process (no students are turned away).

Meridian Community Band

PO Box 542Okemos, MI 48805

(517) 349-8548

carolyn.sherrill@meridiancommunityband.org

www.meridiancommunityband.org www.facebook.com/pages/Meridian-Community-Band/30465894100 www.meridiancommunityband.com

Music in the Schools InitiativeType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Through Meridian Community Bands Music in the School Initiative, ensembles from the Meridian Community Band present 30-minute free concerts for elementary or middle-school-aged children in the Greater Lansing Area.

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Side by Side with the Meridian Community BandType of program: Join the MCB for one concert!

Students in grades 8-12 are eligible to join the MCB during a concert session as it rehearses for and presents a concert. This is generally a six week activity that meets once a week. This program presents a marvelous opportunity for students to challenge their musical skills.

Wharton Center for the Performing Arts - MSU Federal Credit Union Institute for Arts & Creativity750 East Shaw LaneEast Lansing, MI 48824

(517) 884-3166

www.whartoncenter.com/education-engagement www.twitter.com/msufcuinstitutewww.facebook.com/MsufcuInstituteForArtsAndCreativity

Artist In Residence

Programs often include lecture demonstrations, master classes, career-development discussions and opportunities for one-on-one and group mentoring. No two programs are the same. Some focus on only one discipline such as performing, while most strive to integrate the creative process into all areas of study and interest, not just the arts.

Young Playwrights Festival Type of program: Competition

Through the Young Playwrights Festival, a showcase of six original works, written by Michigan high school students, are produced by students from MSUs Department of Theatre and performed on the Pasant Theatre stage at Wharton Center for Performing Arts.

Ovation AwardsType of program: Competition

The Ovation Awards is a competition for the male and female leads in high school musicals around the state, culminating in an all-expense paid trip to New York City for the National High School Musical Theatre Awards.

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This initiative is collaboration between the award-winning art teacher, Eric Staib, of the Okemos School District and the MSU Federal Credit Union Institute for Arts & Creativity to create art for the Wharton Center lobbies that relates to the family-focused Broadway shows presented this season.

Act One School SeriesType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Act One School Series provides curriculum-linked performing arts enrichment activities for students in grades K-12. Shows produced by nationally touring youth theatre companies bring characters from history and literature to life in one-hour school-day matinees. Selected shows provide a perfect opportunity to introduce students to cultural music, dance and theatre artists from around the world and work produced by the Wharton Center.

Act One Family SeriesType of program: Performances

Weekend matinee performances provide the perfect opportunity for parents and grandparents to introduce children to the performing arts. Shows are specifically designed to appeal to young audiences by national and international touring youth theatre production companies. ICAN events are held prior to performances, led by a group of Wharton Center Inner Circle volunteers, creating artwork and crafts related to each play.

Seats 4 Kids

Through Wharton Center for the Performing Arts Seats 4 Kids initiative, tickets and bus subsidies are made available to economically disadvantaged youth.

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547 E Circle DrEast Lansing, MI 48824

(517) 884-3900

eebam@msu.edu

www.broadmuseum.msu.edu

Museum ToursType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum provides comprehensive interactive tours. Public tours are available every Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., free of cost, with a special family tour scheduled at 1 p.m. on Family Day, the first Saturday of each month (excluding major holiday weekends). The Broad MSU also provides participatory school tours for students of all ages. Private group tours are available upon special request and may be arranged with advance notice through the Education Department.

Family Days

Join The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum on the first Saturday of each month (excluding major holiday weekends) for Family Day at the Broad MSU! Enjoy live music and hands-on activities based on works on view in the museum. Learn about current exhibitions during the Family Tour at 1 p.m. or check out one of the in-house iPads and go on a Museum Scavenger Hunt!

Broad Summer Art Camp and High School ResidencyType of program: Camp

The Broad MSU offers a yearly Broad Summer Art Camp for children in grades 1-6. Each two-week session teaches art-making skills and the concepts behind them through hands-on projects and activities that engage campers both inside and out of the museum galleries. The cost is $250 per two-week session.

For high school students, the Broad MSU offers a rich two-week summer residency where professional art educators will guide students in exploring the history of contemporary art and the Broad MSUs own growing collection. Participants will hone their artistic skills while learning how to think conceptually about their work, assembling a mini-portfolio for inclusion in their own group exhibition. The High School Summer Residency offers the exclusive opportunity to see the inner workings of a world-class museum and gain exposure to curators, conservators and museum educators. The cost is $300 per two-week session.

Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University

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119 N Washington SquareLansing Charter Township, MI 48933

(517) 374-6400

lagprograms@gmail.com

www.lansingartgallery.org www.facebook.com/LansingArtGallery www.twitter.com/LansingArtGall

Artist in Residence for Elementary SchoolsType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Lansing Art Gallerys Artist in Residence program offers elementary students in grades K-6 an opportunity to explore art with a professional working artist in their schools setting.

Art CampsType of program: Camp

Lansing Art Gallery offers one week of Spring Break Camp and four weeks of Summer Art Camp. Camps are designed for kids who are passionate about creating art. Students learn and experience creativity in the professional setting of Lansing Art Gallery and Education Center. Young artists explore creative processes, techniques and materials with the guidance of trained artists. Each series of classes culminates in a student art show! Open to ages 7-12, camps run Monday - Thursday with morning sessions from 9 a.m. - noon and afternoon sessions from 1p.m. - 4p.m. Camp sessions are $75, and scholarships are available.

After School Art ClubType of program: After School

Thanks to a grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation, Lansing Art Gallery offers free Art Club Workshops to students in grades 2-6 at Foster, Gier, and the Alfred Schmidt Southside Community Centers in Lansing during the 2014-15 school year. Art Club will run for seven weeksin the fall and seven weeks in the winter. Registration is available through Lansing Parks and Recreation.

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Girl Scouts of AmericaType of program: Girl Scouts

Girl Scout troops can discover Lansing Art Gallerys creative approach in earning badges through a hands-on and exciting exploration of art. Professional artists/educators lead scouts through badge activities in 1-2 hour-long workshop sessions. Badge workshops offered include: painting, pottery, drawing, jewelry, comic artist, book artist, collage, textile artist and photography. Fee: $12 per scout (badges included) / $10 for Daisies.

Guided ToursType of program: Field Trips/School Visits

Lansing Art Gallery welcomes field trips to any of the Gallerys exhibits. Experienced artists and educators provide guided tours, worksheets and/or visual scavenger hunts for your students. Guided Tours consist of a gallery tour, including the Gallery Shop, exhibitions and education center. Tours are scheduled weekdays, between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., last approximately one-half hour, require participants five years of age or older (one adult per six children) and require a minimum of 10 participants and a maximum of 30.

Annual Ingham Art ExhibitType of program: Competitions

Lansing Art Gallery, the Michigan Education Leadership Group, and Ingham ISD host this celebration of excellence in the visual arts. The Ingham Student Art Exhibit is a competition open to all students within the Ingham Intermediate School District service area. Call for art is offered in February of each year with each exhibit lasting one year.

Art Scholarship AlertType of program: Competitions

Art Scholarship Alert is a juried art exhibition and scholarship competition for grades 9-12 in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton, Ionia, Shiawassee, Barry, Livingston, Calhoun and Jackson counties. This program gives recognition and financial assistance to outstanding art students, encourages artistic growth and provides young artists an opportunity to participate in a professional setting. The deadline for ASA is in March with the exhibit occurring at Lansing Art Gallery during the springof each year.

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120 S Bridge StGrand Ledge, MI 48837

(517) 627-9843

ledgecraftlane@juno.com

www.ledgecraftlane.comwww.facebook.com/pages/Ledge-Craft-Lane/133750853340215

Childrens Art ClassesType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Ledge Craft Lane offers painting and drawing classes for children ages 7-12 after school and during the summer at Ledge Craft Lane in Grand Ledge. Ledge Craft Lane also provides childrens sculpture classes once a month after school or on Saturdays. Kids will have a hands-on clay experience learning basic coil, slab and decorative techniques with real clay and/or fimo clay. All classes require a small fee for materials.

Ledge Craft Lane

REACH Studio Art Center

1804 S. Washington AveLansing, MI 48910

(517) 999-3643

info@reachstudioart.org

www.reachstudioart.org www.facebook.com/REACHStudioArtCenter www.flickr.com/photos/reachstudioart

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Creative ConnectionsType of program: After School

Reach Studio Art Centers Creative Connections is a program for youth ages 7-12. This program offers a high volunteer to youth mentor ratio, special integrative art projects and opportunities for youth to share their art with the public. This is an after-school program that runs Oct. - May for three 10-week sessions and meets on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at REACH Studio. Pre-enrollment in either Tuesday or Wednesday is required. Please visit REACH studio for pricing information.

Teen Open StudioType of program: After School

Teen Open Studio is an after-school program for teenagers ages 13-18. Teens build skills in focused visual art media, community art projects, leadership and life while being mentored by volunteers and community artists. Students can enroll for repeated terms through the year. It runs year round for four 10-week sessions. A pre-enrollment application is required.

Family Clay WorkshopWhat type of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Through REACHs Family Clay Workshop, individuals, families and mentor/mentee pairs are invited to learn to work with ceramic clay through creating functional and fun pieces of art. All experience levels are welcome. This is a structured workshop where participants will make a planned item with an expert instructor. Family Clay Workshops run September through May and are two sessions last Friday of the month (for working with clay) and first Friday of the month (for glazing). Please visit REACH studio for pricing information.

Casual Clay StudioType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Casual Clay Studio is an opportunity for all ages and experience levels to drop in and enjoy learning to work with ceramic clay. Participants will determine their own projects. A clay facilitator will be on hand to guide beginners and give advice and suggestions as needed. Participants may work on hand built or wheel thrown projects. Participants wishing to glaze their fired work must attend a subsequent Casual Clay drop-in. Please visit REACH studio for pricing information.

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Art ExplorersType of program: After School

Art Explorers gives students ages 6-13 an introduction and exploration of a variety of art media and techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture (non-clay), integrated and multicultural-inspired arts. Themes and subjects vary with each four-week class offered. The program runs during the fall, winter and spring on Mondays at a cost of $36.

Kids Clay: HandbuildingType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

For ages 6-13, Kids Clay classes encourage further exploration of clay hand building and glazing techniques. Slab, pinch pot and coiling as well as sculpture techniques will be learned as students create fun projects with ceramic clay. Kids Clay is offered in four-week classes in fall and spring on Mondays at a cost of $42.

Kids Clay: BeginnersType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

This program is an introduction to working with ceramic clay for younger children ages 5-7. Creative Tots parents: bring your preschoolers to Creative Tots and give their older siblings a class of their very own right next door! This program is offered in five-week classes in fall, winter, and spring on Saturdays at a cost of $32.

Kids Clay: Pottery WheelType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Through this program, students ages 10-16 receive instruction, coaching and practice in using the clay potters wheel. This program emphasizes learning and practicing techniques rather than completing a perfect project! The class size is limited to six students. It is offered in four-week classes in fall, winter and spring on Tuesdays at a cost of $58.

Art Basics: DrawingType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Drawing classes will help students ages 8-13 learn to use a variety of drawing tools, methods and subjects to improve observation techniques and drawing skills and to stretch their imaginations. They are offered in four-week classes in fall, winter and spring on Mondays at a cost of $32.

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Art Basics: PaintingType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Painting offers youth ages 8-13 with an introduction to or practice in basic painting techniques, media, subjects and tools. Students will explore water-based painting media and exercise their imaginations! Classes are offered in four-week classes in fall, winter and spring on Mondays at a cost of $32.

Summer Camp and Friday WorkshopsType of program: Camp and Classes/Workshops/Lessons

This program is a four-day (half-day) camp taught by artist instructors, providing youth a variety of visual and integrative art making experiences. Three-hour workshops for ages 6-13, focusing on one art media such as drawing, paper sculpture, screen printing or clay are also available. Students can register for individual workshops only, or add a workshop to extend the camp experience to five days. REACH also offers tuition-free Neighborhood Art Camp sessions for income-eligible youth ages 5-13 who reside in the immediate REO Town neighborhood.

Art TruckType of program: Art activities on the road mobile art studio

Art Truck offers weekly visits for 5-13 year olds to Lansing Parks and Recreation day camp and Boys and Girls Club sites to bring art supplies and volunteers to create art with participating youth. Art Truck can also be hired for special events, school or agency visits and private parties.

Custom Art Classes and Birthday PartiesType of program: Custom group classes and parties

Custom art classes and workshops can be designed by REACH for your party, home-school group, scout troop, youth agency, office colleagues or group of friends. REACH can host your custom workshop in our colorful, art-filled space or come to your location. For more information about our custom activities and to access forms to request a custom art activity please visit:http://www.reachstudioart.org/reachparties

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316 N. Clinton AvenueSt. Johns, MI 48879 (517) 230-5838

magicstarheart@yahoo.com

www.maryablao.comwww.facebook.com/pages/Studio-Retreat/187360107959485

Drop-in ArtType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Studio Retreat offers Drop-in Art to children ages 4-10 with an opportunity for building self-esteem and self-expression through creative arts experiences lightly guided by registered art therapist Mary Ablao. Cost is $10 per hour with range up to three hours and a 6-8 students maximum.

Private Art LessonType of program: Classes/Workshops/Lessons

Mary Ablao, ATR, offers private art lessons for all ages in a fully equipped studio space located in downtown St. Johns, MI. She is also available for home and on-site visits on a weekly basis.

Art TherapyType of program: Rehabilitation and Art Therapy

Registered Art Therapist Mary Ablao provides simple step-by-step adaptive techniques to those with cognitive disabilities and helps ensure process-oriented means for successful weekly art-making experiences in a safe environment. Program is by appointment only.

UnpluggedType of program: After School

Unplugged is a program which provides an opportunity for students to visit an art studio and get unplugged from electronics for a couple of hours a day. A wide range of art media from cartooning to weaving, to painting and jewelry-making is offered to tweens ages 8-12.

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517-372-4636 1208 Turner St. Lansing, MI 48906 lansingarts.org