Join us for a fun-filled class where math comes to life through exciting card and dice games! Students will sharpen their addition, subtraction, multiplication, and problem-solving skills while playing classic and creative games like "Addition War," "Pig," and "Math Dice." Perfect for hands-on learners who love games, this class makes math fun, interactive, and engaging for all skill levels!

Bring the flavors of Greece home with this lively cook-along experience! Under the guidance of an instructor with 45 years of Mediterranean cuisine expertise (and a proud Spartan descendant), you’ll learn to craft a full, authentic Greek meal: chicken gyros, traditional tzatziki, golden lemon potatoes, and soft, homemade pita bread. Get step-by-step instruction and discover how to bring the vibrant taste of Greece to your table, no plane ticket required! Cooking along is optional, and you'll receive access to info, a shopping list, and class details in advance. After class, registered participants will get a packet with the instructor's personal recipes.

Get ready to scoop, squish, pour, and play! This sensory play class encourages children to explore a variety of hands-on materials! Come ready to get a little messy, make connections, and have fun! Caregivers stay with their children during this time. A licensed Parent Educator will be leading this class for informal conversation, support, and parenting questions.

Power up your Minecraft world! Create your very own super-tools, design fun or fearsome custom mobs, and invent tasty new foods to keep your characters energized. Using MCreator for Minecraft: Java Edition, you'll learn the basics of coding logic while building and testing their mods Students should be comfortable using a computer.

Learn how to code robots that can mine, build, and collect resources for you! Your Minecraft creations will help automate tasks and make your gameplay smarter and faster. Work with friends to program clever machines, explore creative coding tricks, and unlock new ways to play.

Embark on the ultimate Minecraft adventure! Team up in the multiplayer survival world to explore, gather resources, and take on epic challenges. Use different survival skills, crafting tools, mining for materials, brewing potions, enchanting gear, and preparing for battle. Practice defeating mobs, complete quests, and discover the secrets of the Nether. Then, jump into world-building with ready-made worlds and landscapes to set the stage. Add unique powers, creative challenges, cutscenes and epic boss encounters to craft a game full of excitement and imagination. We will be using the PC/Java edition of Minecraft. Bring a USB drive to save your games.

Mini-Hawk Basketball introduces players to the basics of dribbling, passing, scoring, defense, and teamwork through age-appropriate games and skill-building drills. Our experienced coaches create an encouraging atmosphere where every child can develop coordination, confidence, and a love for the game.

Grades K - 8 Friday, July 17 Spend the day with over 2,000 unique animal species! Please bring money for lunch (at least $15). If students wish to bring a bag lunch, they will need to carry it all day. Important Field Trip Information• Departure locations: Rainbow Park 1500 Rainbow Avenue, Maple Plain Leave - 9:00 am Return - 4:00 pm Holbrook Park 310 Harrington Drive, Long Lake Leave - 9:20 am Return - 4:20 pm * Trips are chaperoned by playground program staff with a ratio of 6:1 or less. * No refunds will be given on the day of the trip or after the trip has occurred. * In case of inclement weather, we will notify you if the trip has been cancelled. * Lunch - details listed with each trip destination. * Bus departure times are exact...BE EARLY! * REGISTRATION DEADLINE is Monday the week of the trip. Registrations will NOT be taken at the bus departure locations. * Trip Appropriate Attire & Planning: No flip flops on walking/amusement park trips. Apply sunscreen before leaving home and send extra. Each child is responsible for all personal belongings.

Learn the basics of mountain biking while developing safe and responsible trail habits. Through guided instruction, skill-building games, and real-time practice, you'll learn techniques that help you ride with greater confidence, control, and safety. The class utilizes Ninja MTB jumps and landings to safely simulate the experience of riding a real jump line at the bike park, allowing students to practice proper technique in a controlled and confidence-building environment.

Zoom, sail, and race around the world as you build your own planes, boats, cars, and trains. Explore new countries, tackle hands-on challenges, and fill your passport with fun projects and memories. Every day is a brand-new adventure - so get ready to build, travel, and move it, move it!

Lights, camera, action! Explore filmmaking from script to screen by watching and analyzing short films and a feature movie throughout the week. In small groups, learn screenplay format, storyboarding, camera angles, and basic filming techniques, then write and film your own short scenes or trailers. This hands-on class builds storytelling, collaboration, and technical skills while having fun creating movies!

Collaborate with other students to construct a city! Each day includes themed building challenges and discussion on improving construction techniques. Beginners and experienced Minecrafters are welcome! We will be using the PC/Java edition of Minecraft. Bring a USB drive to save your world on the last day.

Let’s make music together! Music Mondays is a class where children will play and learn through singing, dancing, all while exploring new instruments! Caregivers stay with their children during this time. A licensed Parent Educator will be leading this class for informal conversation, support, and parenting questions.