Upcoming Youth Programs @ Frankfort Park District

CHILIIN’ OUT! NEW!
Brrr! It’s cold outside in January, so let’s chill out inside where it’s cozy warm. We’ll make a snowy craft and maybe play with some real snow inside. Sooo cool! Bring your mittens just in case. Then we can enjoy sipping some hot cocoa and cookies around the campfire after working on all those chilly activities. Yummy! So slide on over for a chilin’ good time!
Instructor: Sharon Koczor
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Friday
Date: January 30
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Age: 3 - 8
Fee: $22/NR $27

MUSIC IN THE BOX - FAMILY MUSIC MASTERS
This class incorporates ear training, pitch development, and early music concepts through singing and movement. Children are taught by a professional musician who is trained in the Music in the Box curriculum. These classes encompass the Montessori learning style with music, books, bubbles, games and Suzuki violin and piano melodies which gives a child a head start in preparation for later private lessons. This program provides a weekly music experience for parent and child in a loving environment.
Instructor: The Music Connection
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Friday
Session I: January 30 - March 6
Time: 9:15 - 9:45 am
Age: 0 - 5 years (with parent)
Fee: $69/NR $74

BEGINNING VIOLIN WORKSHOP I
Learn to play the violin along with beginning music reading and writing skills.
Students’ progress rapidly utilizing proven methods and games establishing fundamental playing technique and natural tone production. All sheet music is provided including a method book and DVD. There is a one-time accessories package that will need to be purchased for $15. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate in all classes. A Violin will be provided to each student for the session to take home for practice.
Instructor: The Music Connection
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Saturday
Dates: January 31 - April 4
Time: 10:00 - 10:50 am
Age: 5 - 12 years
Fee: $179/NR $184

BEGINNING VIOLIN WORKSHOP II
Violin students who have had previous instruction in violin progress though repertoire and technical studies aimed at developing sound production, finger technique, ear training, and music reading. Materials and exercises, including Suzuki methods and traditional repertoire included. Parents are welcome to attend and participate in all classes. A Violin will be provided to each student for the session to take home for practice.
Instructor: The Music Connection
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Saturday
Dates: January 31 - April 4
Time: 11:00 - 11:50 am
Age: 5 - 12 years
Fee: $179/NR $184

MISS ANGIE’S MUSIC - CYCLE OF SEASONS
Celebrate your child’s love of nature & growing independence through activities focusing on the seasons of the year. The classes are designed to build attention & self-expression and include singing, chanting, moving, focused listening, musical games, exploring musical instruments, creative movement, and storytelling. The class is designed for a child and adult to participate together. Instrument pack included. You will receive $10 off if you sign up for both sessions.
Instructor: Angie Pope
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Monday
Session I: February 2 - March 9
Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am
Age: 1 - 5 years
Fee: $77/NR $82

BUDDING ARTISTS
Creative drawing and painting projects taught by Frankfort artist and art teacher Susanne Corkery. Budding Artists will learn more advanced drawing skills and paint each week. Students must bring 11x14 water color pad, water color palette, and a set of brushes to each class.
Instructor: Susanne Corkery
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Tuesday
Session I: February 3 - March 3
Time: 4:30 - 5:15 pm
Age: 7 - 11 years
Fee: $65/NR $70

BROADWAY FAVORITES: MUSICAL THEATER CLASS
The themed class, Broadway Favorites, offers a musical experience with a performance at the end of the session which includes song and choreography. Students will sing, dance, act, and create costumes and set design. No previous acting or singing experience necessary.
Instructor: Music Connection
Location: Founders Community Center
Day: Thursday
Session I: February 5 - March 12
Time: 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Age: 8 - 12 years
Fee: $165/NR $170

FAMILY SWIM
Sundays at Lincoln-Way East Aquatic Center come and get out of the cold and join us indoors for swimming! Registration is done at the door at the Lincoln-Way East Aquatic Center. Children 18 & under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Dates: February 15
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $2/child and $5/adult