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This beginning watercolor class will be focused on producing finished work.  I have noticed that I have learned best when following along painting with an artist, so that is the approach this class will follow.  The first week will be devoted to materials, helping negotiate between all the different options, and what the importance of each element is.  First time students are encouraged to attend, and to bring whatever you have.  We will then produce a finished painting each week with a different subject, and returning students are welcomed.  The approach will be to paint fast and loose, to cover the basics of watercolor by doing them, and hopefully to have some fun. Sunday Mornings 10am – 12pm at Wallkill River School

Registration is now open for Fall classes and performance opportunities at Oddfellows Playhouse in Middletown.

Fall 2021 at Oddfellows Playhouse in Middletown holds an array of programs for students ages 3-20. Programs will run from September 20 - December 9th. Our in-person, socially distanced, covid-safe programs feature crafts, circus arts, dance, theater, acting, juggling, acrofit, contortion, and a mainstage performance! All classes will be held in the Oddfellows Playhouse theater. For details, and more information, go to www.oddfellows.org, call (860) 347-6143, or email info@oddfellows.org.

 All classes will have tuition of 200$ unless otherwise noted and all classes Monday-Thursday have the option to add on our Oddbridge after school program for 50$.

CIRCUS SATURDAYS

The fun starts on Saturday Sept 18th with “Welcome to Circus” for ages 3-5 and “Circus 1” for ages 6-8. Both classes will be led by Maegan Fuller. 

“Circrobatics I” offers participants the chance to have a blast tumbling and playing with scarves, ribbons, and other fun pieces of circus equipment for an exciting introduction to circus. These classes will run every Saturday from 10-10:45am. Tuition is $200. 

“Circrobatics II” gives participants the chance to have fun discovering their inner clown while learning how to manipulate different pieces of circus equipment including; flower sticks, diabolo, juggling, poi, and more! Classes run on Saturdays from 11am-12pm. Tuition is $200. 

AGES 6-8

Musical Mentoring

A partnership between Oddfellows and Wesleyan University’s student-run Cardinal Kids, this class provides individual music mentoring with a Wesleyan music student. The lessons are tailored to fit the individual needs of different learners, and the mentors will work closely with their students to develop their musical skills and stimulate interest. Available topics include voice, keyboard, guitar and violin. Class time: Mondays 430-530 beginning 9/20/21

Hip Hop Dance

Class time: Mondays 430-530 beginning 9/20/21

Circus I

Juggling, plate spinning, hula hooping and more! Class time: Tuesdays 430-530 beginning 9/21/21

Fairy Tale Theater

A theatrical exploration of the Fairy Tale world, featuring characters and stories from your favorite fairy tales.  Class time: Wednesdays 430-530 beginning 9/22/21

Story Theater from Around the World

Students will use theater games and skills to explore tales and fables from different parts of the world. We can discover how people from all over the world answered questions like: How did birds get their colorful wings? Or, Why do turtles have shells? And many more! Class time: Thursdays 430-530 beginning 9/23/21

AGES 9-11

Circus II

Juggling, plate spinning, hula hooping and more! Mondays 430-530 beginning 9/20/21

Tom Sawyer Mini-Production

Students will explore the classic story “Tom Sawyer” and put an original spin on this age old “getting in and MOSTLY out of trouble” tale. Through theater games and character work we will use our own creativity along with scripts to create a unique re-telling of Mark Twain’s well-known coming of age story.
Tuesdays 430-545 beginning 9/21/21

Musical Mentoring

A partnership between Oddfellows and Wesleyan University’s student-run Cardinal Kids, this class provides individual music mentoring with a Wesleyan music student. The lessons are tailored to fit the individual needs of different learners, and the mentors will work closely with their students to develop their musical skills and stimulate interest. Available topics include voice, keyboard, guitar and violin. Wednesdays 430-530 beginning 9/22/21

Theater Improv

Learn the art of play in the world of theatre through improvisation - making it up as you go along! Enhance your listening, communication skills and confidence while giving your imagination a supportive space to thrive in as you make new friends and have fun.
Wednesdays 430-530 beginning 9/22/21

Hip Hop Dance

Thursdays 430-530 beginning 9/23/21 *Ages 9-14*

AGES 11-20

Acting and Scene Study

Develop skills and techniques that will enhance your creativity, strengthen your communication skills and foster new friendships. Nurture and magnify your inner gifts and natural talents by working with partners on scenes from classic and contemporary theater.
Mondays 4:30-6pm beginning 9/20/21

Circophony Teen Circus

Students are invited to join one or both days where they will practice and learn both solo skills and build a repertoire as an ensemble. Monday with Allison McDermott will focus on Tumbling, Mini-trampoline and Equilibristics (Unicycles, rolling globe, rola bola, spools, trick bikes).

Tuesday with Naja Muller and Allison McDermott will focus on Partner Acrobatics, Contortion, Juggling and Prop Manipulation. Fall Training is a great way to prepare for Circophony's Winter Main Stage show.

Get a second day of Circophony for a discounted rate. Simply "add on" in registration! (Additional day only 150$!)

Mondays & Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm beginning 9/20/21
*Ages 12-20*

The Art of Being an Artist

Creating a piece of art is one thing. What to do with it next is another. Come learn what it’s like to live the life of a visual artist from beginning to end in this mixed media art class for 7th & 8th grade students. The sole requirement for this class is that you must have a passion for creating art. Students will be exposed to various types of mediums and techniques including painting, mask making, weaving, beading, stenciling and more. They will also learn how to prepare their work for exhibition and how to market oneself as an artist. Class will conclude with an exhibition of student work.
Tuesdays 4:30-5:45pm beginning 9/21/21

Introduction to Shakespeare

An introduction to the characters, stories and language of Shakespeare's plays, culminating in short scene performances.
Wednesdays 4:30-6pm beginning 9/22/21

Hip Hop Dance

Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm beginning 9/23/21
*Ages 9 - 14*

TEEN REP

The Teen Repertory Company is Oddfellows' senior performance ensemble, open to all young people ages 14 - 20. The Teen Rep generally stages two main stage productions every year (one in the fall, one in the spring) and focuses on classes, special projects and a New Plays Festival during the winter. The Teen Rep Company provides adventurous teens with performance opportunities not always available in the public schools - original work, ensemble-created projects, classics from various cultures, and theater for social justice. All teens are invited to audition, and everyone who commits to the rehearsal and production schedule is cast. There is a tuition charge to join the Teen Repertory Company, but financial aid is available for all families who need it.

Young people ages 13 - 20 can audition for our Teen Repertory Company on September 15 & 16, 6:30-9pm. Tuition is 300$

Rehearsals will be two evenings per week beginning the week of September 20 and our mainstage performances will be on November 11 - 13 & 19 - 20. Anyone interested in auditioning, or wanting more information, should contact the Playhouse at info@oddfellows.org or call (860) 347-6143

For more information, or to register for any of the above classes, auditions or events, go to www.oddfellows.org, email info@oddfellows.org, or call (860) 347-6143. Financial aid is available for all tuition-based programs; it is Playhouse policy never to turn anyone away because of inability to pay.

Oddfellows Playhouse productions, classes and special events are made possible with the generous support of the Connecticut Office of the Arts/DECD; Middletown Commission on the Arts; The Fund for Greater Hartford; American Savings Foundation; State of Connecticut Judicial Branch (Youth Violence Prevention); Middletown Youth Services Bureau; Thomas J. Atkins Memorial Trust Fund; Middlesex United Way; CHEFA Cultural Relief Grant; New England Foundation for the Arts New England Arts Resilience Fund; Community Foundation of Middlesex County; Stare Family Fund; Evan Boyd Knoll Memorial Circus Fund; Community Development Block Grant; and many generous individual donors.

Spring classes and performance opportunities for kids range from circus, play writing and acting for teens to classes and performances for younger kids. Go to www.oddfellows.org for more info.

Whether your child is looking for a place to start, or is already a seasoned performer, VYT’s classes are fun, engaging, and will foster a passion for acting, dance, musical theatre, storytelling, improvisation, and more. Classes are designed to develop a young performer’s stage presence while teaching life skills, enriching self-esteem, building confidence and communication, and creating an ensemble and community of VYT family.

Greece Christian Preschool provides a rich classroom environment where children are encouraged to explore and challenged to learn, while making friends and developing self-confidence. Our curriculum helps children develop the thinking and problem solving skills they’ll need to succeed in kindergarten.

Greenburgh Nature Center offers exciting, educational programs for your little nature lovers in a safe, inclusive environment. 

The Greenburgh Nature Center’s mission is to offer inspiring, hands-on environmental education experiences, to foster an appreciation of nature, and to promote sustainable practices. The Greenburgh Nature Center hosts eco-friendly or “green” birthday parties where you can celebrate your child’s special day and the wonders of nature. We offer many different themed parties that are fun and educational. Your guests can also enjoy exploring our nature preserve, including our Nature’s Discovery Playground and outdoor animal displays, either before or after the party.

Foster your child’s love of art, knowledge, and ability with our Homeschool Art Program! We are offering in-person classes for children in elementary and secondary school levels this year. Per semester fee is $285 (12 dates). We will offer one free make-up class per semester. If joining late the cost will be prorated.

Fridays:

10:00–11:00 am Elementary School

11:30–12:30 pm Middle and High School

Here is our fall semester overview:

FALL 2021

September (9/10, 9/17, 9/24): Drawing Skills     

October (10/8, 10/15, 10/22): Painting Skills

November (11/5, 11/12, 11/19): Sculpture Skills

December (12/3, 12/10, 12/17): Media Variety: Comics, Collage, Printmaking

Fall Semester Make-Up Class is Monday, 12/20/21: both age groups from 10–11:30am.

Tentative Schedule for Spring 2022: There will be a separate registration for the Spring Semester.

(dates TBA)

January: Illustration

February: Landscape Painting

March: Multimedia Inspiration

April: Sculpture

IMACS gives students a competitive edge by teaching them how to think critically using logic and reasoning. IMACS classes are now offered online and cover high-level material in fun and exciting ways designed to keep talented students challenged and engaged.

One size does not fit all when it comes to individual tutoring. Personalized attention is key to tapping into students’ natural abilities while addressing any challenges, transforming them into successful lifelong learners. 

We provide academic assistance from skill-building in all subject areas to helping students and families keep track of their assignments, time management, and prioritizing. RITES can help with tools to keep kids focused with offline and online schoolwork.

RITES supports students throughout their academic careers in:

Juliette and Ella's Playdate is a play-based class for boys and girls that will keep your little ones singing and dancing while they learn. This 40-minute class full of fun singalongs, cleverly encourages baby/toddler milestones (clapping, waving, sitting up, standing, crawling, walking, animal sounds, etc) while also teaching basic dance technique, music theory, introduction to various age appropriate instruments, and a sprinkle of sign language. MOST importantly, we strive to make learning FUN! Babies and children learn best when they are playing so we want all our students to feel free to play and explore during the entire class!

Suggested ages 0 - 3 years.

Class begins 1/8/22 through 3/26/22

Classes begin the first week in January. Register today! Click here.

Mindfulness Workshop for Teens (ages 11-16)

Mindfulness is described as an intentional awareness of our thoughts and feelings, which then lead to our actions.  Life can be uncertain with all we are responsible for, including personal, professional, social/emotional, financial, and family.  Practicing mindfulness allows us to focus and live in the present, instead of dwelling on the past or becoming anxious about our future. 

This mindfulness workshop is designed for teens ages 11-16 as an introduction to this form of calming relaxation.  It is run by WCSD school psychologist Jessica Corcoran.  Participants will start and end the workshop with a short guided meditation.  Other activities include learning some of the fundamentals of the practice of mindfulness, making relaxation calming tools, learning easy and basic stretches and chair yoga, specialized relaxation coloring, books about mindfulness, making vision boards, learning about positive affirmations, breathing techniques, gratitude exercises, self-care skills, journal writing, and more.  Individuals will take home a journal filled with strategies, activities, games, and information on how to implement mindful strategies into daily life.  Participants will be provided with a journal, writing utensil, and all activity materials.  Opportunities for additional workshops may be provided to expand on skills.

Date: Sunday October 16, 2022

Time: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Place: River Valley Arts Center- 9 South Mesier Ave. Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Workshop Tuition: $50 ($40 for Workshop and $10 for materials fee)-paid by cash or check the day of the workshop. Checks should be made out to Jessica Corcoran

How to register: email Jessica Corcoran at missjessica37@yahoo.com to secure your spot or request additional information.

Calling all moms with children of ANY age! Come join us for some "me" time- though of course babies are welcome! This group will offer you support, wherever you are in your stage of motherhood. Led by Leticia Warner, MA, RDT, LCAT, licensed therapist and local mom. We will have toys for the babies and please bring whatever you need for breastfeeding, pumping or formula feeding during the session. Also you're welcome to stay after with your little one and enjoy time in the play space for open play.
*Class will be held indoors*

Class begins 1/7/22 through 3/25/22

Attention all Gamers!

* Music Technology @ B2R Nanuet *

Ever wonder how the most popular music gets created? Do you ever wonder how the music in your video games are made? Would you like to add original music to your TikTok/YouTube videos? Unlock the creativity of making music without knowing how to play an instrument. Learn the basics of creating Hip-Hop, EDM, and Trap music using instrument loops, sampling, and sequencing to create their own beat from scratch. No musical experience is required! This is a perfect activity for those who love gaming!

We currently have a wide variety of unique lesson plans available, all of which feature and develop a different set of musical skills. In every option, students will be able to make music themselves, enabling them to explore their creativity in a hands-on way.

Choose from DJ Mixing & Scratching, Music Production, Recording Arts, or Beat Making!

Classes in Theatre, Dance, Voice and Performance will begin on September 10th and run through May of 2021 at the New York Conservatory for the Arts; the non-profit family-based theatre education center located in Hurley, New York within the beautiful Catskill Forest Preserve. Your children can explore the creativity of a tried-and-true empowering and inspiring performing arts program which is designed for ages 4 through college prep. With 34 years at the helm of arts development in the Hudson Valley, the non-profit organization, which also owns and operates the Woodstock Playhouse and its annual rising-professional Summer Theatre Festival, has been unwaveringly committed to the families and youth of our region and, with prescribed safety and health guidelines, will continue to help parents and their youth performers navigate a celebrated journey of arts exploration.

Ocean Heroes is an after school science program designed for children ages 8-12. Children are engaged in marine science and conservation topics, hands-on activities, experiments, games, crafts. Over the course of eight different sessions, children learn about a diversity of marine mammals, their adaptations, and what life is like living under the sea. Students learn about key ocean conservation issues and ocean stewardship actions that can help! This program has a total of 4 sessions which occur once a week. This fall we investigate: spinner dolphins, spotted dolphins, sea turtles & the biggest sea lion in the world: the Steller sea lion!

Cost per participant: $135.00; Full payment at registration is required to hold a spot for your child.

Number of sessions per program: 4

Session length: 2 hours

Time: 4-6 pm (PST) one day per week.

Dates: September 15, 22, 29, October 6.

Ages: 8 to 12

Class size: limited to 20 participants per program

Refunds: Are only provided for medical emergencies verified by a doctor. Reimbursement is not given for any missed days or cancellations. All proceeds from Ocean Explorers go to the medical care and treatment of our seal and sea lion patients.

This class has two different sessions for the same class on the same days, please make sure you’re signing up for the one you want to attend. 

Classes will be limited to 10 students.

Materials List – all available at Jerrysartarama.com: Some at your local Art Store venues

1. 96 Nupastels or as large a set as you can.
2. 72 1/2 stick set of Faber Castell soft pastels at Jerrys $26.99 now if possible.
3. Kneaded/Kneadable eraser.
4. A stiff art brush can usually be found at Dollar Tree.
5. 12 in. see-through Plastic ruler and set of clips for it.
6. A 9×12 or 12×16 or 16×20 stiff smooth board to attach your paper to! WRS does have these but you should have your own as well.
7. A few sheets of Canson Gray paper to start and -OR- a pack of Warm 9×12 Art Spectrum pastel paper.

Rock n Roll is a high-energy and stimulating music and movement class for toddlers and their grown-up. Each weekly class session contains a variety of music and movement based activities with age-appropriate themes and musical selections. Children will experience the developmental benefits of music in a setting that makes it fun for them as well as for mom, dad or caregiver!

Activities include moving to music, singalongs, instrument exploration, active listening/storytime, and other engaging group activities. 

Children are never too young to start thinking about science, technology, engineering, and math. In fact, children are little scientists who have a natural curiosity about the world around them! They are exploring, observing, testing, and trying to understand how and why things work. The goal of this introductory class is to optimize children's natural curiosity by introducing important STEM concepts through stories, outdoor activities, and problem-solving challenges that will support their development in important foundational skills. This Introduction to STEM course will engage learners ages 3 to 6 in a world of discovery and creation while facilitating a lifelong love of learning! Note that this is an indoor class with a limited number of children allowed to enroll.

Suggested ages 3-6 years.

This class is held at both our Pelham and Rye locations! 

Class begins 1/4/22 through 3/29/22

For 3 days only, save 10% on any camp program for the remainder of the summer!

There are only 3 more weeks left of summer camp!
8/15/22 - 8/19/22
8/22/22 - 8/26/22
8/29/22 - 9/2/22

Promotion is available for 3 days only! Wednesday 8/10 - Friday 8/12.

Click here to register online before midnight on Friday
and use code "10offsummer" to save!

Call us at 845-215-9536 or email us at Nanuet@BachtoRock.com

Does your little one have a thing for dancing, jumping, army crawling, and limbo? How about all of this while training to be a superhero? Sound like your child? In this class, they will be doing just that! Imagine training with various boot camp equipment while being taught rhythm and dance. Whether you’re training to be a hip-hop dancer or firefighter coordination is imperative! Children will learn how to work as a team while we focus on learning great safety skills, get training on how to be good helpers, and understand the importance of kindness and protecting friends and family. This fun and active class is designed to keep kids on their toes as they dance to the beat, learn practical daily living skills, and practice their coordination.
*This class is INDOORS!*
A makeup class is included in the enrollment dates

Suggested age 2-3 years old

This class is held in both our Pelham and Rye locations! 

Class begins 1/4/22 through 3/29/22

Welcoming a new baby has always brought joy and awe. It's also a time of overwhelm, sleep deprivation, questioning and a huge learning curve. It's normal for moms and dads to feel isolated and at times, full of self doubt. In our classes, you will learn about all things baby and make new friends, all while getting support and expertise from our exceptional class leaders. We help you create and celebrate your "village."

Our mission is to bring moms, dads and their babies together to learn, to share their experiences and to support each other during baby’s first year. We’re not meant to do this alone!

Tiny Trotters is perfect for your horse/pony crazy little ones. Easily transforms into Mommy & Me class. Pre-school & Kindergarten children welcome in our Tiny Trotters.  Toddler siblings are welcome.  Tiny Trotters offers the perfect balance between exploring life on the farm and enjoying the horses and ponies with fun hands-on learning experiences and riding. 

Learn how to incubate and hatch chicks AT YOUR HOME: we will provide all equipment, fertile eggs, educational materials and individualized coaching for a stress-free, magical experience!! Seems like such a simple thing… not much to it… but the benefits of allowing a child – especially in urban/suburban areas – to experience the fascination of accompanying the development of an egg into a small chicken (and possibly beyond!) can be astonishing and are impossible to measure. We believe such experiences foster a deep respect and gratitude towards Nature, animals, and our “daily food”. This is a seasonal, fully-supported program, by which families or groups (seniors/clubs) sign up to incubate and raise chicks for the first weeks of their lives (possibly longer if the participant is up for it!) (Keep your peeps or we will bring them back to our farm in Southern Vermont - no long-term commitment!) Available to many areas of NY, CT, NH, MA and VT. Email us!