Arts Program

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Arts Program Coordinator: Ryan Cummings

cummings.ryan38@gmail.com

Description:

The BARC Arts Program is a year round arts program that explores various aspects of the arts in 4 – 5 week segments from September through March. Yearly this program will be exploring visual art, music, dance & theater, using the expertise of several artists and performers in our area. Sessions will be offered to a variety of age groups and locations depending on the modality being explored.  The cost will be $40-$60 per student per session depending on the materials needed. Some examples of previous sessions are:

  • Printmaking- In printmaking your child was guided through the world of printmaking. Your little artist will uses their imagination to design positive and negative prints using a variety of different mediums, inks and rollers to design their own work of art! We will also be carving a variety of materials and creating Japanese Fish prints.
  • Mural Painting- In this session students worked together to create a mural that was  designed and implemented as a group
  • Creative Candle Making- In this class students create and build their very own candles each week based on a theme. The students will learn about the candle creating process. This is a very unique and special class that will truly inspire students’ imagination.
  • Jewelry Making- In this class students learn to make several different projects using beads and other crafting materials. A variety of different beads and cords will be used to make some jewelry and non-jewelry items. This class takes place on site and at a local business.
  • Nature Art Program & Nature Exploration Club- The Nature Art program & Nature Exploration Club both take a non-traditional approach to art in order to engage children’s imagination and creativity. This program focuses on connecting children with the outdoors by using natural art materials. Children who have a connection to the outdoors often have a longer attention span and a better connection to themselves. Our goal is to connect children to themselves and help them better understand their feelings and emotions through non-traditional art. A hike is included in every activity for the Nature Exploration Club.
  • Creative Writing & Journaling- Students get to learn the basics of taking their ideas and imagination and turning them into real stories on paper! Participants will learn different expressive styles of writing as well as participate in fun activities to spark creativity!
  • Jazzed About Dance- Ready to get Jazzed about Dance? This beginner-friendly rhythm/dance class will incorporate the basics and fun aspects of this dance style along with a choreographed routine to perform on the last day!
  • Theater Skills Workshop- In this five week acting intensive, students work on basic stage acting skills including improvisation, scene study and monologues. This is a great class for anyone, grades 6-10, who is interested in acting- whether they are novice or experienced. The goal is to create a safe environment where each student can feel free to express themselves through performing.
  • Virtual Cooking Class – Discover each of the food groups that make up MyPlate! Every week we will focus on a specific food group and prepare a delicious snack that highlights this food group. Follow along, practicing your culinary skills and learn how getting nutrients from each of the food groups helps us grow big and strong!

Registration Info:

Registration details will be available for each session a month prior to the start date. The 5 week sessions are on hiatus for the summer while our summer theater program in session, but resume in the fall.

Spring 2024 Programs

Dance it out!

WHO:  Boys and girls who are currently in grades K-5th and reside in the Towns of Milton, Malta, or Ballston, or the Village of Ballston Spa.

WHEN: Mondays from 6p-7p

WHERE: Malta Ave Auditiorium

DATES: 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, & 5/6/24. (No Class 4/1/24)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Ready to Dance It Out? This class is beginner friendly and will incorporate classic jazz technique with some hip-hop flare, along with a choreographed routine to perform on the last day!

Amaya Kilinski has been dancing for over 16 years and has experience in a multitude of styles including Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, and Swing Dancing. Amaya graduated from JDC Dance Center in Ballston Spa and taught with Spa City Swingers Dance Studio from 2015-2019. “I enjoy sharing my lifelong love of dance with learners of all ages and am excited to be working with BARC!”

COST: $60 per student per 6-week session (not per class).

This is the cost for residents of the Towns of Milton, Malta, or Ballston, and the Village of Ballston Spa- who also reside in the Ballston Spa School District. If you do not reside in the Ballston Spa school district or one of the four listed municipalities, there is an added fee of $25.00.

Log onto www.ballstonarearec.org and click on the ‘Register for Dance it Out’ to be taken to our registration site. Or visit https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/3788   . If you have already created an online account, you will be able to access the information used from your last registration. If any of your personal information has changed, please update it. If prior to this, you have not registered online for a BARC program, you will need to create an account and register. Regular online registration will run from 2/17/24- 3/20/24. Please email Ryan Cummings at cummings.ryan38@gmail.com  if you need help registering.

PAINT! DRAW! CRAFT!

WHO:  Boys and girls who are currently in  grades K-5th and reside in the Towns of Milton, Malta, or Ballston, or the Village of Ballston Spa.

WHEN: Tuesdays from 6p-7:30p

WHERE: BARC Building

DATES: 3/19, 3/26, 4/9, 4/16, & 4/23/24. (No Class 4/2/24)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Ready to Paint, Draw, Craft? This program is about discovering and learning new forms of art and craft, developing problem solving skills, and unlocking each student’s personal creativity! Each week we will do a different project exploring art forms from drawing to sculpture to jewelry making. By the end of each class students will have a new piece of art, and new skills to continue to express themselves!

Shannon Satterlee has recently moved back to the area after graduating from Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in Illustration. She currently works as a freelance artist, creating concept art for videogames. Shannon doesn’t just love drawing and painting, but enjoys many forms of crafts as well. So much so, she works part time at a craft store to be immersed in art and craft full time. Shannon is excited to share the joy of art and crafts with BARC!

COST: $50 per student per 5-week session (not per class).

This is the cost for residents of the Towns of Milton, Malta, or Ballston, and the Village of Ballston Spa- who also reside in the Ballston Spa School District. If you do not reside in the Ballston Spa school district or one of the four listed municipalities, there is an added fee of $25.00.

Log onto www.ballstonarearec.org and click on the ‘Register/Log in’ link to be taken to our registration site. Or visit https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/4346 .  If you have already created an online account, you will be able to access the information used from your last registration. If any of your personal information has changed, please update it. If prior to this, you have not registered online for a BARC program, you will need to create an account and register. Regular online registration will run from 2/17/24-3/10/24.  Please email Ryan Cummings at cummings.ryan38@gmail.com  if you need help registering.

This program is sponsored by our Hall of Fame Sponsors