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Discover the
Exploration Station
Saturdays, 10:30A-12:30P
Sundays, 1:30-3:30P
September 2017 - May 2018
FREE EVENT
Come try hands-on activities at the Exploration
Station! ere is a new topic each month
highlighting special aspects of the Conservatory
for both adults and children. Upcoming topics
include:
March - Buzz Bees Buzz
April - Chocolate
May - Plants We Wear
Program Ages Day/Date Time Location
# of
Classes Activity # Res/NR
Spanish 3-5 M, Apr 2 - May 21 3:30 - 4:30P Field Center 8 263393-01 $91/137
Kids in Motion 3-4 M, Apr 2 - May 21 9:30 - 10:30A Stevenson Center 8 263228-01 $91/137
Mini Chefs 3-5 Tu, Apr 3 - May 22 1:30 - 2:30P Fox Center 8 263358-01 $91/137
Little Actors: Improv 4-6 W, Apr 4 - May 23 3:00 - 4:00P Field Center 8 263217-01 $91/137
Kids in the Kitchen 4-6 F, Apr 6 - May 25 3:30 - 4:30P Field Center 8 263356-01 $91/137
Lunch Bunch 3-5 M, Jan 8 - May 21 12:00 - 2:00P Andersen Center 17 163391-01 $150/225
Lunch Bunch 3-5 Tu, Jan 9 - May 22 12:00 - 2:00P Andersen Center 18 163391-02 $160/240
Lunch Bunch 3-5 Th, Jan 11 - May 24 12:00 - 2:00P Andersen Center 19 163391-03 $170/255
Lunch Bunch 3-5 F, Jan 12 - May 18 12:00 - 2:00P Andersen Center 17 163391-04 $150/225
Lunch Bunch 3-5 M, Jan 8 - May 21 12:00 - 2:00P Carroll Center 17 163391-05 $150/225
Lunch Bunch 3-5 Tu, Jan 9 - May 22 12:00 - 2:00P Carroll Center 18 163391-06 $160/240
Lunch Bunch 3-5 Th, Jan 11 - May 24 12:00 - 2:00P Carroll Center 19 163391-07 $170/255
Lunch Bunch 3-5 F, Jan 12 - May 18 12:00 - 2:00P Carroll Center 17 163391-08 $150/225
Early Childhood
Language Learners - Spanish
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Socialize and interact with peers during small and
large group activities. Art, music, and stories will be
part of the fun as participants gain an appreciation
for other cultures. is is an introductory class
that will involve repetition to increase exposure,
comprehension, and connections to everyday
activities that are familiar to our learners.
Min 6/Max 12
Kids in Motion
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Get heart rates up using large muscle movements
including marching, jumping, and running.
Parachute play will add to the fun as they learn how
to control movements in space through active songs
and games. Let's move it!
Min 6/Max 10
Mini Chefs
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Enjoy mixing, stirring, measuring, and pouring to
create something tasty. Could it be pizza? Pasta?
Pineapple pancakes? Whatever it will be, it will be
delicious! Take home a new recipe with you each
week. Additional activities connected to the weekly
cooking theme will also keep your little chef busy
while things are cookin' in the kitchen!
Min 6/Max 10
Little Actors: Improv
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Does your child like to take the stage? Are they
always singing, dancing, twirling, or pretending?
Well send them to us each Wednesday! Each week,
your child will be given props and costumes while
they explore the art of improvisation with friends.
ey will have the opportunity to be creative, while
developing communication and cooperation skills.
Min 6/Max 10
Kids in the Kitchen
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
We are stirring up a recipe for learning and fun!
In this class, your child will enhance both math
and reading skills by following easy snack recipes.
Table manners will be encouraged as participants
enjoy their aernoon snack and conversation with
friends. Each child will take home a complete recipe
book on the final day of class.
Min 5/Max 10
Lunch Bunch
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Let's meet for lunch together! Your child will learn
meal time manners as they enjoy table conversation
with friends. Lunch will be followed by a variety of
indoor and outdoor activities. Healthy eating and
exercise will be encouraged as your child enjoys an
aernoon with friends. Please have your child bring
a peanut/nut-free lunch. Participants who also
attend Pre-K should bring their lunch the morning
of the program.
Min 8/Max 18
Class does not meet: 1/15, 1/26, 2/19, 3/20, 3/26;
3/27; 3/29; 3/30
Is My Child Ready for
Kindergarten?
Wednesday, April 11, 6:30-7:45pm
Barrie Center
Join a District 97 Kindergarten teacher for
a FREE interactive presentation and Q&A
about kindergarten readiness. Academic skills
and social/emotional development will be
highlighted. Free child care will be available. No
pre-registration required. Please RSVP to Erica
Benson at erica.benson@pdop.org if you plan to
attend.
