Prescott Community Center

Spend your early release afternoon getting creative! Kids will rotate through fun, hands-on art stations designed to spark imagination and keep creativity flowing. Children can choose to complete one quick project or dive deeper into multiple crafts. They’ll experiment with paint, yarn, felt, beads, and other colorful materials while creating unique, take-home masterpieces. It’s the perfect mix of creativity, choice, and hands-on fun! Arts & Crafts Themes: March 20: Under the Sea March 27: Spring April 3: Basket of Eggs April 10: Fantasy Unicorn Students can bring their lunch and drinks to Prescott at 12:30 PM before the class or arrive for the class at 1:00 PM. Class $45 | Material fee $9

Perfect for ages 11–15, this hands-on class teaches you how to confidently care for infants and children when parents are not present. You’ll discover how to plan fun, age-appropriate activities, manage challenging behaviors, handle emergencies, provide basic first aid, and even kickstart your own babysitting business. Please bring the following to class: 1) A baby doll or stuffed animal 2) A pencil or pen 3) A water bottle

Patrick Gendron, a certified Archery instructor, will teach the proper archery range procedures, safety, and how to shoot a bow and arrow through a step-by-step approach in a fun and safe environment. All equipment is provided. Just wear comfy clothes, sneakers, and bring water. Here is what they are saying about Coach G's Archery Class: "The kids came home happy and excited about what they'd done. They want to buy their own bows now."

Archery II is for students who have already attended the first Archery program. This class will give them next level challenges and instruction. Patrick Gendron, a certified Archery instructor, will teach the proper archery range procedures, safety, and how to shoot a bow and arrow through a step-by-step approach in a fun and safe environment. All equipment is provided. Just wear comfy clothes, sneakers, and bring water. **Prerequisite: Fast Skills Sports Archery** Here is what they are saying about Coach G's Archery Class: "The kids came home happy and excited about what they'd done. They want to buy their own bows now."

At the Fast Skills Sports program, the coaches facilitate the essential elements of success in many different sports and activities. The instruction emphasizes both skill-specific and team play. The program will focus on the fundamentals, skills, and rules of Volleyball. Sessions will include a combination of skill focus and game-play periods. Participants will learn more than just sports in the program. They are taught about teamwork, resiliency, self-discipline, and the importance of making good decisions. Play Safe, Play Fair, and Have Fun!

Come and join this fun and exciting Foam Dart Blaster event! Duck, dodge, and run to tag your friends at a distance while trying to achieve in-game objectives—then switch up the game and do it again! Practice integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork during fun, fast games of foam dart blaster tag. In case of cold or inclement weather, activities will be held indoors in the gym. Class $45 | Material fee $6 Students are welcome to bring their Nerf-style blasters that use full-length foam darts to the event —we'll check them all for safety! Students should bring: Nerf-style blasters that use full-length foam darts (optional), water bottle or sports drink, a nut-free snack, wear clothes you can move in, close-toed secure footwear (no crocs or similar) Instructors will provide: Nerf-Style blasters, foam darts, safety glasses, moveable cover, other game materials as needed If you'd like to purchase a your own blaster, here are some recommended models: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Adventure-Force-Pyrorap..., https://www.walmart.com/ip/Adventure-Force-Spectru... https://www.target.com/p/dart-zone-magnum-x2-super..., https://www.target.com/p/dart-zone-blitzfire-x2-co..., https://www.target.com/p/x-shot-skins-last-stand-b...

In this creative, hands-on class, children experience the full journey of knitting—from crafting their own wooden knitting needles to decorating a canvas bag for storing yarn and tools. This program is perfect for beginners with no prior experience, as well as for those who want to refresh and strengthen their knitting skills. Students will learn basic techniques while creating a soft stuffed animal to take home. Class $180 | Material fee $20 All materials will be provided.

This intensive three-hour course covers adult/child CPR and AED, adult/child/infant choking, and infant CPR. Following the course, you will be comfortable assessing a victim, checking for breathing, performing rescue breaths and chest compressions, and activating the emergency response system. You will also learn how to help someone who is choking, respond in other emergency situations, and use an AED. An American Heart Association course completion card good for two years will be emailed to participants following the course. **Optional: bring a yoga mat or towel for comfort during the hands on portion.** Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certification e-card within 2 weeks of your class date. To claim your card, you can either: Login to your American Heart Association account at heart.org/cpr/mycards. Check your email! It will be emailed to you directly from the American Heart Association (eCards@heart.org) with the subject line "Claim your AHA eCard". Here is what they are saying about Kierstin's class: "It was fun and it flew by. I have taken CPR classes before and they were so boring." "Instructor made everyone feel comfortable and was an excellent communicator." "The instructor, Kierstin Pane was fantastic. She injected the right amount of knowledge with some humor. This kept everyone in the class very interested." "Instructor was very knowledgeable and class participants were very engaged in learning. Enjoyable and very helpful class." "The instructor made the class fun and answered all our questions and gave a thorough presentation" "Kiersten was an excellent instructor - very knowledgeable, engaging and fun!" "Instructor was enthusiastic and informed. She engaged with students and explained the information clearly"

In Junk to Genius, children transform everyday discarded materials into imaginative creations and simple machines. Using cardboard, bottle caps, boxes, and other safe recycled items, students design, build, and problem-solve like real inventors. This hands-on program encourages creativity, critical thinking, and environmental awareness while showing kids that great ideas can come from anywhere. Class $45 | Material fee $5 All materials are provided.

Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to authentic Italian cooking! In this lively class, kids will learn how to make homemade gnocchi and fresh tomato sauce from scratch. We will work with classic ingredients such as potatoes, flour, eggs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, mozzarella, fresh herbs, vegetables, tomatoes, and spices while discovering the basics of traditional Italian cuisine. The instructor will first demonstrate how to mash, mix, and prepare the ingredients, then invite students to roll up their sleeves and join in the process of making gnocchi by hand. Then we will cook the gnocchi for all to enjoy or take home! Buon Appetito! Proper hygiene will always be followed, including hand washing and the use of gloves, so everyone can safely enjoy the cooking experience. Class $30 | Material fee $10 **Adults are welcome to stay and participate with their children.** Please bring a water bottle and a container to take home finished dishes and, if you like, an apron.

Kids will enjoy some fun games and activities and get to work on a service craft project to help others, all while parents take a moment to themselves. The service projects may include making birthday cards for Make-a-Wish kids with a critical illness, no-sew blankets, or greeting cards for Golden Age neighbors. Here is what they are saying about Kids for Community + Parents Night Out program: "Kids had Fun. They loved the Balloons!" "We appreciate this class so much! Our son loves it." "You changed the hours!!!" "We really appreciate this class. It is so affordable, our son loves it, and it gives us a chance to get out of the house. We do not have a lot of family support so this has been a really great thing to have in the community." "My kids look forward to going and they have a great time!"

Come and explore the exciting world of sculpting using air-dry clay. Children will learn how to pinch, roll, coil, and join clay as they create imaginative sculptures, animals, decorative objects, and functional pieces. This class encourages experimentation and self-expression in a fun, supportive environment. All projects air-dry naturally, allowing students to take their finished creations home. Class $45 | Material fee $10 All materials are provided.

Launch into a Summer of Innovation! Join our Snapology engineers for an action-packed week of Space War Robotics and Superstructures! The Space War Robotics program allows students to design, build, and program space-themed robots using LEGO® bricks and motorized components. Participants explore key robotics concepts, including motors, gears, and sensors, while learning how to make their robots move, interact, and perform tasks in imaginative space scenarios. Throughout the program, students test and refine their creations, solve challenges, and experiment with different designs and strategies. They develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and engineering skills while learning how robotics principles are applied in real-world technology. The Superstructures program introduces students to the exciting world of architecture and engineering through hands-on building with LEGO® bricks. In this program, participants explore how large-scale structures—such as bridges, skyscrapers, towers, and other iconic constructions—are designed and built in the real world. Students engage in guided building challenges that encourage them to plan, construct, and test their own creations. Through these activities, they learn key engineering and architectural principles, including balance, stability, structural integrity, and the importance of strong foundations. As they experiment with different designs, students develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and critical thinking while discovering how structures withstand forces and loads. Both programs emphasize collaboration and teamwork, as students often work in small groups to bring ambitious projects to life. By combining hands-on building and imaginative play, these programs provide an exciting, interactive experience that inspires curiosity, creativity, and a love for STEM learning. There will be snack and movement breaks to stay energized!

Level up your April Break with Snapology! Our full-day program features two epic adventures: Science of Superpowers and Mining & Building-Epic (inspired by Minecraft) The Science of Superpowers program invites students to explore the fascinating science behind superpowers through hands-on experiments and building activities. Using LEGO® bricks and other materials, participants discover how principles of physics, chemistry, and biology make extraordinary abilities—like flight, super strength, or speed—possible in the real world. Throughout the program, students design, build, and test their own "superpowered" creations, experimenting with motion, energy, forces, and simple machines. They learn to observe, hypothesize, and problem-solve like real scientists, discovering how scientific concepts can explain even the most imaginative powers. The program encourages creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork as students collaborate to bring their superpowered ideas to life. By combining fun, interactive activities with practical science learning, the Science of Superpowers program inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and gives students a hands-on understanding of how science is all around us—even in the world of superheroes. The Mining and Building- Epic program allows students to dive deeper into mining and construction through hands-on, challenging LEGO® building projects. Participants explore advanced building techniques, simple machines, and mechanical systems while designing and constructing larger, more complex structures. Throughout the program, students take on guided challenges that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. They experiment with different designs, test their creations, and refine their projects to improve stability, functionality, and efficiency. Collaboration and teamwork are emphasized as students work in groups to share ideas, solve challenges, and build ambitious projects together. By combining imaginative play with advanced engineering concepts, Mining and Building Epic provides an exciting, educational experience that fosters STEM skills, confidence, and a love for hands-on learning. Children will bring 2 nut-free snacks, a water bottle, and a nut-free lunch. There will be movement breaks to keep kids energized! **The class requires a minimum of 10 students on the Friday before the class starts. Please register early so you don't miss the fun!**

Combine your love of nature with puppetry in a fun workshop to make tiny bird puppets! You'll learn about 3 different styles of puppets, how they move, and then create your own. Using basic office supplies and color, Carole D'Agostino shows you how to turn a delightful drawing into a movable character you can enjoy and share! Your child must know how to handle and use scissors to attend this workshop. **This is a drop-off program. Parents/Guardians are NOT required to stay.**