Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board: Free Creative Winter Break Youth Activities Preview Innovative Programs

Minneapolis MN

17 December, 2021

9:24 PM

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Press release from the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board: December 3, 2021 The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is excited to offer a slate of creative youth activities over Winter Break that preview new innovative programs and spaces debuting at Minneapolis parks next year! The sampling of free activities showcases possibilities for the MPRB's Spark'd Studios initiative (formerly named Creation Spaces), which launched with classes offered in a completely renovated music and video production hub at Powderhorn Recreation Center in 2021. Additional Spark'd Studios locations are scheduled to open at Luxton, Whittier and Harrison Parks. There are limited spots available in some of the programs listed below, which are all available at no cost. Register online by clicking the program title, or stop by any MPRB recreation center and register in person. Visit minneapolisparks.org/register to search thousands of youth and adult programs across the park system, including many Winter Break activities. Face mask required inside all MPRB buildings. Photography Basics Want to capture nature in your neighborhood? How about fun with family and friends? Learn the basics of photography using your own device or one of ours. Day 1 will work on getting the right shot, and Day 2 will focus on editing some of our favorites. December 27 and 29 Whittier Recreation Center Ages 7-9 12-2 pm Ages 10-12 2:30-4:30 pm Ages 12-14 4:30-6:30 pm Youth Beat Makers Using FL Studios, kids will learn how to create their own beats, remix a song, and record with computerized instruments. December 20 and 22 Whittier Recreation Center Ages 7-9 12-2 pm Ages 10-12 2:30-4:30 pm Theatre Arts – Short Story Theatre Develop your characters quickly and sharpen your acting chops as you work through a fast-paced theatre rehearsal process. Each participant will have an opportunity to play multiple roles in a short read-aloud play which will be recorded for release as a podcast! This class will be a fun mix of reading, drama and tech for budding theatre enthusiasts! Some experience is preferred, but certainly not necessary. December 20, 21 and 22, 1-4 pm Ages 11-17, Powderhorn Recreation Center Young Content Creators People have made careers out of creating YouTube content and videos. From DIY videos, reaction videos, news and comedy content – the possibilities are endless. Learn how to create a YouTube channel with quality content using your tablet, phone or digital camera. Learn how to organize content, write a script, shoot b roll and put together a quality video for viewers. December 21, 22 and 23, and December 28, 29, 30, 1- 4 pm Ages 13-17, Harrison Recreation Center The following programs are now full, but waiting lists may be available. Youth Gaming Workshop Youth focus on game-play learning and community building. They'll get a chance to play a variety of different games, tournament-style. Games will include FIFA, NBA 2K and NFL Madden. December 22 and 23, 3-5 pm Ages 12-17, Luxton Recreation Center Podcast Academy Learn how to create, record, edit and publish a podcast! We will make a recording for the podcast, "Powderhorn Park Presents", so come to class with some possible topics to discuss. December 29, 2-5 pm Ages 11-14, Powderhorn Recreation Center Youth Photography Workshop Looking to get more out of your digital prints? Enhance your way of seeing and take your photographic vision to the next level. Learn how to edit and take photo's at our winter photography workshop. Youth will learn the step by step techniques to get the best possible prints. This photography workshop will be taught by a Minneapolis College of Arts and Design graduate. December 28 and 30, 2-5 pm Ages 12-16, Luxton Recreation Center This press release was produced by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board. The views expressed here are the author's own.