Page 12 - Kent Parks Recreation Guide Fall 2024

YOUTH & TEEN CREATIVE ARTS

Art Escape Age 6-12

MARTIAL ARTS This class gives students a chance to explore a wide range of media including
collage, oil pastels, drawing, and more. Projects are developed for students to
express themselves through their work. All supplies are provided.
Kent Commons | $70/7 $60/6 | T. Miller
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Kendo-Japanese Swordsmanship Age 7-14 Wed 6 sess. 9/4-10/9 3pm-4:15pm YO0501 01F
Participants will develop confidence and learn the culture and etiquette of Wed 7 sess. 10/23-12/4 3pm-4:15pm YO0501 02F
Japan. Class will teach basic footwork and Japanese Samurai swordsmanship.
Wooden sword is available to purchase from instructor for $25. Class fee does Sat 6 sess. 9/7-10/12 11am-12:15pm YO0501 03F
not include equipment costs for continuing and advanced students. Youth and
adult classes are combined. No class 11/11, 11/25 & 12/9. Kids Paint Night Age 8-15
Kent Commons | $140/14 $110/11 $100/10 | Instructor: Marsten
Beginning: Drop the phone. Ditch the tablet. Step away from the TV! Paint your own
work of art with step-by-step guidance. During class, our art teacher will show
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # participants how to mix colors, apply paint, and other painting techniques. All
Mon 10 sess. 9/23-12/16 6:30pm-7:15pm YO0901 01F materials are provided.
Kent Commons | $25 | Instructor: Ms. Mary
Continuing: DAY CLASS SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Sat Scarecrow 1 sess. 9/21 2pm-4pm YO0502 01F
Mon 11 sess. 9/16-12/16 7:15pm-8pm YO0901 02F Pumpkin
Sat Owl 1 sess. 10/19 2pm-4pm YO0502 02F
Advanced: Sat Pilgrim Owl 1 sess. 11/16 2pm-4pm YO0502 03F
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Sat Reindeer 1 sess. 12/21 2pm-4pm YO0502 04F
Wed 14 sess. 9/11-12/18 6:30pm-8:30pm YO0901 03F
NEW! Youth & Parent Pottery Age 8+
Karate Age 8-15 Bring out your creativity! Make bowls, cups, plates, and more items you can
Students will learn the modern application of striking, defense, and grappling enjoy your next meal with. Classes emphasize hand building lessons for youth
through internal arts and the five elements of philosophy. Participants may and parents. Making pottery together is a great way to spend time together!
purchase uniform from instructor for $40. Youth and adult classes are combined. Clay has a way of bringing out the joyful and playful spirit within us. No
No class 11/28. experience necessary, all supplies are provided. BOTH child and parent must
Kent Commons | $144/12 $156/13| Instructor: J.Johnson register for class. Classes held at Kent Memorial Park, located at 850 Central Ave
N. Note: $25 non-refundable fee is included in this activity. No class 11/11.
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Kent Memorial Park | $185/6 | Instructor: Soos Creek Studio Staff
Tue & Thu 12 sess. 9/10-10/17 5:30pm-7:00pm YO0903 01F DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Tue & Thu 13 sess. 10/29-12/12 5:30pm-7:00pm YO0903 02F Mon 6 sess. 10/28-12/9 4:30pm-6pm YO0504 01F
Mon 6 sess. 9/9-10/14 4:30pm-6pm YO0504 02F
COOKING

alongside their families. From simple tasks like mixing ingredients to assembling NEW!
NEW! Kids Helping with Thanksgiving Cooking Age 10+
Children will learn hands-on skills to prepare delicious Thanksgiving dishes
appetizers and decorating desserts, kids will gain confidence and have fun
contributing to the holiday meal. Perfect for fostering teamwork and creating Holiday Craft Nights Age 6+
lasting memories in the kitchen together.
Kent Commons | $45 | Instructor R. Richard Participants will journey through themed crafts and holiday-inspired projects.
Each session captures the spirit of the season with hands-on creativity.
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Kent Commons | $20 | Instructor: Ms. Mary
Wed 1 sess. 11/6 6pm-8pm YO0403 01F
DAY CLASS DATES TIMES #
NEW! Kids Helping with Christmas Dinner Class Age 10+
Tue Merry 12/10 4:45pm-6pm YO0505 01F
Engage young chefs age 10 and older in our Kids Helping with Christmas Crafters
Dinner class! They will learn hands-on cooking skills while preparing classic Ho Ho
holiday dishes like roast turkey, mashed potatoes, and festive desserts. This Wed Homemade 12/11 4:45pm-6pm YO0505 02F
interactive workshop encourages teamwork, creativity, and confidence in the
kitchen, making it a memorable experience for the whole family. Thu Everything 12/12 4:45pm-6pm YO0505 03F
Kent Commons | $45 |Instructor R. Richard Snow!
Winter
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Tue Wonderland 12/17 6:45pm-8pm YO0505 04F
Sat 1 sess. 12/14 3pm-5pm YO0403 02F Holidays
Wed Around the 12/18 6:45pm-8pm YO0505 05F
World
Decorate the
Thu 12/19 6:45pm-8pm YO0505 06F
Tree

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