Youth Instructional Classes
Ms. Margot's Sing and Stroll
9:30-10:30 AM
Ages 0-5
$60 Residents; $90 Non-Residents
Tudek Park, Pavilion #1
Enjoy music AND being outside with your little one this summer. Families will meet with little ones in strollers or carriers, or with their littles ready to move and walk! We'll sing some songs together when we meet, incorporate a short walk with instruments and singing, and have parachute play, dancing, and bubbles when we reach our destination! Please register your child. A parent/adult will need to attend the class with the child at no additional cost.
Mess Express
All aboard the Mess Express! Each Tuesday from 10:00–11:00 AM, the Rec on the Go truck will roll into a different local park, bringing all kinds of messy, squishy, and splashy fun perfect for preschoolers. Designed for children aged 3–5, this hands-on class encourages creativity, exploration, and sensory play through activities such as finger painting, foam fun, water play, and more. Along the way, we’ll also have some messy fun with stories, songs, and playful learning. Each session wraps up with a little outdoor play to keep the energy flowing. Dress for a mess and get ready to make memories—grown-ups stay and play, too!
Face Paint Bootcamp
Monday-Friday, July 13-17 Registration opens May 11
9 AM-12 PM
Ages 12-15
$200 Residents; $300 Non Residents
Carmel Afternoon Pastry & Catering
Emily from Faces & Spaces Artistry kicks off the week by introducing essential fundamentals like hygiene and safety—key skills every great face painter needs. From there, you’ll dive into hands-on learning, exploring a variety of face painting techniques using brushes, sponges, and different types of paints. As the week unfolds, your skills will grow and your creativity will shine. By the end of the program, you will be painting popular designs with confidence!
Money Moves - Smart Banking for Teens
Improv for Dungeons & Dragons with Happy Valley Improv
Tuesday, July 28 Registration opens May 11
9 AM-3 PM
Entering Grades 7-12
$100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident
Blue Brick Theatre
Join the Happy Valley Improv team at the Blue Brick Theatre for a day-long workshop to learn how to build strong characters, develop stories as a team, and expand your creativity in D&D through improv. This workshop is open to 7th-12th grade students with all experience levels of improv and will run from 9 AM-3 PM with a break for lunch. This workshop will culminate in a student improv performance for their classmates inspired by the tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons. Students should come with a packed lunch and an open mind for their adventures at the Blue Brick Theatre!
Improv Games with Happy Valley Improv
Wednesday & Thursday, July 29 & 30 Registration opens May 11
9 AM-12 PM
Entering Grades 4-6
$125 Resident; $187Non-Resident
Blue Brick Theatre
This 2-day workshop is designed for students from 4th grade to 6th grade to explore the basics of improv and dive into new short-form improv games. Whether you're a beginner or have prior experience, this class welcomes everyone to join the fun! We will focus on core improv principles like listening, responding, and collaborating, while teaching a variety of engaging short-form games that enhance creativity and confidence.
Nerf Battles
Friday March 20 Register Now!
Friday April 17 Register Now!
6:30-8:30PM
Ages 11-15
$20 Residents; $30 Non-Residents
Mount Nittany Elementary School Gymnasium
Join us for a fun evening of Nerf Battles. Participants will be divided into teams to play games such as Capture the Flag, Dart Tag, Team Dart Tag, and Humans vs Zombies. Each participant needs to provide his/her blaster, but safety goggles and darts will be provided. Eye protection is required.