Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed

Enter the world of chemistry! Make gooey slime, discover what makes reactions go, learn to use the tools that chemists use. Watch bubbling potions pop their tops! Turn cool colors with temperature and pH changes and see what makes things glow in the dark. Polymers and catalysts are just two of the fascinating concepts our young Mad Scientists explore in this thrilling trip through the world of the chemistry lab!

“Studies have shown that keeping a private journal can help improve mental health and creativity,” yet finding the time to journal in today’s busy and bustling world can be difficult. In this 6 week course, participants will be able to grow and learn in their own personal journaling experience, and each class will begin with a prompt and discussion that will equip participants with the knowledge to create their own unique journaling style. This course is the perfect way to give participants a calm space to take a breathe, slow down, and spend much needed time writing. Grades 6-12 • 6 sessions Thursdays, starts March 26 • 5:00-6:30 p.m. • Lafayette High School $59

Gold Card Program Series (for Gold Card members only) Spring is in bloom! Be inspired by the beauty of nature and relax with an afternoon of painting. Learn beginning techniques for Plein Air painting, how to develop a composition using a view finder and practice painting "what you see" on site. Led by Community Ed Instructor and professional artist, Emily Ross. Ages 60+ Wednesday, April 15 • 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $5.00 The Gold Card Program is free to Parkway and Rockwood residents age 60 and older. If you would like to request a Gold Card, complete a Gold Card request form, or contact Community Ed via phone or text at 636-891-6644.

Whether you are new to Minecraft or a seasoned miner, we have the program for you. We will provide helps and tips are lots of great Minecraft tricks. We will provide helps and tips are lots of great Minecraft tricks. We will bring new topics for those in their second year with us - as well as, tips and tricks for beginners. Offered in partnership with EasyTech LLC.

This event has been rescheduled for February 2nd, 2020. Registration is open! Get ready for a stroll through a Winter Wonderland! Bring the whole family to the beautiful Babler State Park for a winter adventure you won't forget. Families will work together with a GPS unit to find locations around the Babler OEC facility. Instructions will be provided so no previous experience is necessary. One GPS unit will be available for each family in attendance. Grab a coat and your sense of adventure and join us for this one of a kind family event! All Ages Sunday • January 12 • Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Session 1: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Session 2: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Note:If you choose to use a personal GPS device, you must be able to input Latitude and Longitude coordinates. BablerWiLD is not responsible for lost or damaged equipment. $8.00 per person When you are ordering this program, please select 1 adult as the attendee. You will be to prompted to choose your price according to the number of family members attending on a later screen. You do not need to check each family member attending.

This course promotes physical fitness and and a love of running. Students will monitor endurance, time and heart rate to make gains. The running club will also participate in community running events.

This course promotes physical fitness and and a love of running. Students will monitor endurance, time and heart rate to make gains. The running club will also participate in community running events.

Are you ready for an art expedition? Let the wonder and beauty of the animal kingdom inspire your empathy, curiosity, and creativity. Learn about lions, elephants, sharks and more, and find out how wildlife conservationists are working to protect species around the globe. Experiment with a variety of art techniques, and use Crayola® products to create animal-inspired art projects, from frog paintings to polar bear sculptures! Let your creativity run wild, and bring your handiwork home to build a menagerie of animal-themed masterpieces.

Increase critical thinking skills, stimulate intellectual creativity and improve problem solving ability while having a great time playing the game of chess. All skill levels welcome. No prior chess knowledge is necessary. Offered in partnership with Gabriel Boyd and EnPassant Chess Club.

Act! Dance! Sing! This highly energetic class will dissect some of today’s biggest Broadway sensations such as Hamilton, School of Rock or Wicked. Students will learn school age appropriate scenes, choreography, and vocal arrangements to put them one step closer to the bright lights of Broadway!

Students will learn basic Spanish by practicing and performing a play in Spanish. The students will perform for parents.

An egg hunt like no other! Bring out the whole family to Babler State park to spend time outdoors discovering nature and of course finding eggs! Eggs will be hidden throughout the entire park so some driving will be required. Search through fields, hike down trails, and don't forget to check under bridges! No experience necessary as we will provide the GPS units and all necessary instructions. Have a family adventure searching the park and then turn in your eggs for prizes at the end! All Ages Sunday • April 5 • Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park Session 1: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Session 2: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Note:If you choose to use a personal GPS device, you must be able to input Latitude and Longitude coordinates. BablerWiLD is not responsible for lost or damaged equipment. $8.00 per person When you are ordering this program, please select 1 adult as the attendee. You will be to prompted to choose your price according to the number of family members attending on a later screen. You do not need to check each family member attending.

Students will participate in games, songs, and dances from countries around the world. We will end the class with a show for parents.

Increase critical thinking skills, stimulate intellectual creativity and improve problem solving ability while having a great time playing the game of chess. All skill levels welcome. No prior chess knowledge is necessary. Offered in partnership with Gabriel Boyd and EnPassant Chess Club.

Act! Dance! Sing! This highly energetic class will dissect some of today’s biggest Broadway sensations such as Hamilton, School of Rock or Wicked. Students will learn school age appropriate scenes, choreography, and vocal arrangements to put them one step closer to the bright lights of Broadway!

Whether you are new to Minecraft or a seasoned miner, we have the program for you. We will provide helps and tips are lots of great Minecraft tricks. We will provide helps and tips are lots of great Minecraft tricks. We will bring new topics for those in their second year with us - as well as, tips and tricks for beginners. Offered in partnership with EasyTech LLC.

All tennis programs are offered with our tennis partner, Vetta Sports Tennis. Programming is designed in coordination with the United States Tennis Association R.O.G.Y. and provides players the opportunity to develop both physically and technically. Players must bring own racket. Offered in partnership with Vetta Sports. Spring Session: Saturdays • Starts March 14 • 6 sessions (no class April 11) Location: Lafayette High OR Parkway South High Red (ages 5–8) Introduction to basic stroke fundamentals and rules of the game while having FUN. Red compressed ball and 18”-20” rackets. (9:00-10:00 a.m.) Orange (10 and under) Encourages players to rally while learning the basics of score keeping. Singles and doubles are also introduced. Orange compression ball and 23”-25” rackets. (10:00-11:00 a.m.) Green (12 and under) For more experienced players and an introduction to more strategy based drills. Green compression ball and 26”-27” rackets. (10:00-11:00 a.m.) Yellow (ages 13 – 18) For players with prior tennis experience. Drills are primarily live ball and strategy oriented. Yellow compression ball and 27” racket. (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) $89

If you’re looking to get some tips and improve your strokes a bit or fine tune your skills for more competitive play, these clinics are for you! At all levels, fundamental stroke technique is developed, live play is emphasized and singles and doubles positioning is evaluated. More experienced players will focus on advanced technical shots and match strategy. Movement and fun are major class components. Offered in partnership with Vetta Sports. Ages 18+ Saturdays • Starts March 21 • 6 sessions (No class April 11) 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon • Lafayette High School or Parkway South High School $89 Classes will be made up at the end of the session if rained out.

This seven week program is the perfect choice to prepare for your summer swim team! Three practices a week focusing on stroke technique, racing strategy, starts and turns and more. This program is led by Rockwood Swim Club Coaching Staff. Ages 5-18 • April 7-May 16 Tuesdays • 7:15-8:15 p.m. • Lafayette High School Wednesdays • 7:15-8:15 p.m. • Eureka High School Saturdays • 12:00-1:00 p.m. • Lafayette High School $199.00