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Youth Programs

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All classes and events are held at the Flaherty Park Community Center, unless otherwise noted.


Kids Chefs (ages 9-12)
Learn beginning kitchen skills including measurements, kitchen safety, and how to cook a full course meal. A different recipe will be taught each day. Participants will be exposed to a variety of different tastes and textures.
Instructor: Lynne Mullins
Fee: $85
Jun 23-27 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon

Woodcarving Camp (ages 12-16)
Students will be given step-by-step, hands-on instruction on carving an animal in the round, using buckeye wood materials. An explanation of different types of woodcarvings and wood toxicity will be addressed. Demonstrations on tool safety, basic sharpening techniques, and stropping to maintain a sharp blade will be emphasized. Additional information will be provided on tool catalogues and wood carving magazines. Participants must bring a black Xacto Knife or woodcarving knives. All experience levels welcome.
Instructor: Fred Zinn
Fee: $75
Session II    Jul 21-25 Mon-Fri 1-4pm
Session III   Aug 11-15 Mon-Fri 1-4pm

Green Thumb Camp (ages 6-12)
Learn about plants, herbs, environmental concerns, how to propagate different plants, and make some nifty craft items!
Instructors: Master Gardeners
Fee: $25
Jul 21-24 Mon-Thu 9-11:30am

Beginner Ballroom Dance & Etiquette Camp (ages 11-18)
This high energy dance program is designed to teach teens the necessary skills to navigate any social setting with poise and grace. Learn the proper way to dress for success, sit, stand, walk, and interact with individuals in any environment. We will learn six major dances of Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, and East Coast Swing. We will also learn club style dances such as Samba and West Coast Swing. No partner necessary. Please bring a snack daily.
Location: Wake Forest Community House
Director: Jessica Payton
Fee: $75 per session
Session II    Jun 23-26 Mon-Thu 1-5pm
Session III   Jul 21-24 Mon-Thu 1-5pm

Animal Art Camp (ages 9-12)
Students will learn to draw and paint many different animals. This class will focus on shape, value, and compositions through different mediums. Please bring a snack daily.
Director: Mary Benejam
Fee: $85 per session
Session I     Jun 23-27 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon
Session II    Jul 14-18 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon

Beginner Acoustic Guitar Camp (ages 9-12)
Students will learn basic techniques, chords, and finger exercises. Class requirements: Students must bring an acoustic guitar and a pick.
Instructor: Krista Pimentel
Fee: $75
Jun 23-27 Mon-Fri 1:30-4pm

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Camp (ages 9-12)
Students will continue to build on technique, chords, and finger exercises. Class requirements: Students must bring an acoustic guitar and a pick.
Instructor: Krista Pimentel
Fee: $75
Jul 7-11 Mon-Fri 1:30-4pm

Advanced Ballroom Dance & Etiquette Camp (ages 13-17)
Students must have taken Beginner Ballroom Dance in order to participate in the advanced camp. No partner necessary.
Location: Wake Forest Community House
Director: Jessica Peyton
Fee: $75 per session
Session I    Jul 7-10 Mon-Thu 1-5pm
Session II   Aug 4-7 Mon-Thu 1-5pm

Preschool Art Camp (ages 3-5)
Students will enjoy a week of stories and art projects based around an author. A different author will be explored each week. Please bring a snack daily.
Instructor: Maureen Seltzer
Fee: $85 per session
Session I      Jul 7-11 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon
Session II     Jul 14-18 Mon-Fri 1-4pm
Session III    Jul 28-Aug 1 Mon-Fri 1-4pm
Session IV   Aug 11-15 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon

Kids Art Camp (ages 6-8)
Students will explore line, color, and composition through many different types of mediums. Please bring a snack daily.
Instructor: Maureen Seltzer
Fee: $85
Aug 4-8 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon

Tiny Tots Sports Camp (ages 4-5)
Learn basic fundamentals, team work, and sportsmanship in a non-competitive atmosphere. Sports include basketball, t-ball, soccer, tennis, and football.
Instructor: Beth Averette
Fee: $75
Session II    Jul 7-11 Mon-Fri 9am-Noon

Youth Acrylic and Drawing (ages 9-12)
Students will work with pencils, charcoal, and soft pastels.
Instructor: Mary Benejam
Fee: $55 (plus materials)
Aug 5-Sep 9 Tue 4:30-5:30pm

Babysitting Boot Camp (ages 11 and older)
Learn how to react in emergency situations and feel more confident as a babysitter. Learn CPR, choking management, basic first aid, business skills, and problem solving. Participants will receive babysitting certification through the American Heart Association and the National Safety Council. No written exam will be taken for CPR certification. Please bring a bag lunch.
Director: Roxanne Knight
Fee: $40
Session II    Aug 16 Sat 9am-4pm






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