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Kids ages 7 to 12 years will learn acting, improv and public speaking skills through a variety of games, activities, monologues and skits. This class is perfect for both new and experienced actors and is great for building confidence, making new friends and having lots of fun.
Event Cost: Free,...
Families with kids ages 3-8 are invited to check out some interesting animals from around the world with Dan Briere of the Little Creatures Co. Animals could include colorful non-venomous snakes, a caged tarantula and giant bullfrog, parrots, chinchilla and tortoise, chameleon, and a young American alligator.
Event Cost: Free,...
Each session of "Fit Camp" highlights another signature studio that will give teens-adults a full-body workout with a variety of equipment. Guests should bring a water bottle, a yoga mat and lots of energy.
Event Cost: Free, registration required
Event Times: 9-10 a.m. every other Saturday, July 17-Aug. 28, 2021
Learn the basics of non-partner dance styles like hustle, line dancing and ballroom with an experienced instructor in a beautiful outdoor space. Open to beginners and more experienced dancers and taught by instructor Maurice Adams of Mr. Smooth International Club Style Ballroom Dancing in partnership with N'Namdi Movement Center.
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Residents can enjoy grab a fishing pole, ride the off-road trails or visit state parks with boating access sites, all free of charge. Fishing licenses and Recreation Passport requirements as well as off-road vehicle and trail permits are waived for the weekend. Visit the event website for your closest...
Families can find a playful new art installation at Beacon Park titled "Bounce" by New York City-based, award-winning design studio Hou de Sousa. The “Bounce” project consists of parachute cord and piano wire, which combine to create unique triangle shapes varying in color and size. The shadows and lighting...
Kids from the Kids Corner Nanny Service will be mixing, stirring and serving lemonade from the lemonade stand. Proceeds will benefit the service for the purchase of water and play toys for the summer sessions. T-shirts will also be available for sale. All patrons ages 2 and older are...
Children of all ages are welcome to see live animals, enjoy music, train rides, and much more to open the 2021 Summer Reading Program. Everyone is invited to participate a variety of free events during the six-week reading program. Patrons may also register for programs in-person during Opening Day....
