Summer Programs 2011
The Lab does not run programs in the summer, but there are plenty of amazing places that do. Check out a few recommended programs, and find more through www.SprocketsSaintPaul.org
The Canvas – The Canvas is a teen arts center, committed to youth leadership, engaging arts programs and community-building. The Canvas offers workshops, classes, special events, materials and support for young writers, dancers, visual artists, performers and artists of all kinds. Check out their facebook page for info on summer events: www.facebook.com/canvas651
Where: 1610 Hubbard Ave.
Contact: (651) 298-4393
Cost: FREE
ArtsUs – Arts-Us offers African Diaspora arts programming, with workshops in drumming, dance, urban farming, and visual art, plus tutoring. * Ms. Tina teaches dance here!
Where: Dunning Rec Center, 1221 Marshall Ave
Contact: (651) 528-6871
Cost: FREE
Public Art St. Paul - Free arts workshops every week this summer! Teaching artists lead participants in performance and visual art activities that are fun and accessible for youth of all ages, cultures, and abilities. Workshops are completely free and no registration is required.
Where: Western Sculpture Park, Fuller Ave & Marion St
When: 1-4 p.m. on June 18, 21, 28; July 9, 12, 19, 26; and August 2, 9, 16, 23, 27.
Contact: (651) 290-0921
Cost: FREE
Penumbra – TRAINING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ACTIVIST ARTISTS. Penumbra’s Summer Institute is a four week theatre training program for youth ages 13 – 18. Students work with professionals to create art that addresses issues relevant to their own lives.
http://penumbratheatre.org/content/blogcategory/9/7/
Registration deadline: May 16
Where: The University of MN & Penumbra Theater, 270 Kent St
When: July 5 – August 1
Contact: (651) 288-6791
Cost: SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE; $400
SteppingStone Theater – Their teen classes offer young actors a chance to put their talents to the test with specialized coaching in acting, voice, movement and auditioning. They have programming for all ages up to 17 years old.
http://www.steppingstonetheatre.org/education/summerjft.html
Registration deadline: May 16
Where: Stepping Stone, 55 Victoria Street North
When: There are several different sessions to choose from
Contact: (651) 225-9265
Cost: SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE; $300
In Progress – In Progress has an open studio for art-making and chilling, Mondays: 5-7PM and Fridays: 4-6PM. You can also register for their workshops on photography, electronic music, film and more.
http://inprogress.viewbook.com/portfolio/mission
Where: 262 4th St. E, Downtown St. Paul
Contact: (651) 228-1271
Cost: FREE
IntermediaArts – This summer Intermedia is offering workshops in Graffiti, B-Girls, Filmmaking, Stenciling, Hip-hop dance & Photography!
Where: 2822 South Lyndale Avenue, Minneapolis
When: July 11-29
Contact: (612) 871-4444
Cost: $98 / week
Merrick Community Services – MCS offers leadership groups, arts programming, field trips and more. The East Side Heritage Project is a program for African American males offering leadership training, Saturday school, basketball, and mentors.
http://www.merrickcs.org/Youth_Programs.htm
Where: 1526 E. Sixth St., East Side Saint Paul
Contact: (651) 771-9339
ArtVenture – Youth work side-by-side with professional artists seasoned in their medium. Packed with supplies, the Artmobile! van winds through the streets of the East Side for seven weeks during the summer- rain or shine, sticky or cool. It’s all free and for youth K-8th grade.
Where: East Side Saint Paul
Contact: (651) 774-5422
Cost: FREE
Youth Farm – West Side – If you live on the West Side of St. Paul, check out Youth Farm. With a crew of people your age, learn how to grow, cook and sell your own food, along with many other activities. www.youthfarm.net
Where: West Side Saint Paul
Registration deadline: June 10
Contact: (651) 600-6099
Cost: FREE
Reach One Teach One – Are you between the ages of 13 and 16? Do you want to learn the TRUTH about sexuality and get PAID to share what you learn with your friends and in your community? YES!? … then YOU should check out ROTO!
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/mn-nd-sd/reach-one-teach-one-roto-15599.htm
Where: Uptown Minneapolis
When: June 5 – Sept 22
Contact: (612) 821-6198
Cost: You get PAID
Sister Circle / Men on a Mission (East YMCA) – Sister Circle is a program for young women in the East side area to come together and discuss pressing issues for female teens, make new friends and experience personal growth. Men on a Mission is a program that is designed to give young men a positive group setting as an alternative to much of the negative group behavior that exists in their community. Both groups are open to ages 11-18.
Where: 875 Arcade Street, Saint Paul
When: July 11-29
Contact: (612) 871-4444
Freedom School – CDF Freedom Schools strive to help young people (K – 9th grade) gain a sense of their own history and culture as well as discover and develop their individual identities and talents. Students read from a wide selection of books, which reflect their own images, and helps strengthen self-esteem. Freedom Schools also help children: • improve their academic skills • interact with role models of color • understand the value of social action • promote their character-building skills • gain access to nutritious meals
Registration deadline: May 14
Where: Capitol Hill Magnet, 560 Concordia Avenue, Saint Paul
When: June 27 -Aug 5
Contact: (651) 225-9265
Cost: FREE ($20 registration can be waived)
SPPS Community Education Classes – They offer cheap and free workshops throughout the summer on all sorts of topics: woodworking, singing, hip-hop dance, robotics and much more!
http://commed.spps.org/uploads/summer_2011_catalog_for_website_by_location_classes_and_camps.pdf
St. Paul Rec Centers – They also offer cheap and free workshops throughout the summer on all sorts of topics: breakdancing, martial arts, cooking, ping-pong and much more.
http://www.stpaul.gov/DocumentView.aspx?DID=12462
