Fenton & Linden Summer Concert Series 2022
Fenton Concerts In The Park- Thursdays
Fenton Millpond Park at the Gazebo, 301 S. Leroy – Sponsored by the City of Fenton DDA
Fenton rainout location is the Fenton Community & Cultural Center.
| Date | Concert Band | Genre | Time |
| June 2 | Fenton Community Orchestra, | Classical, Contemporary, & Jazz | 7:00-8:30pm |
| June 9 | Mike Espy Group | Blues Funk | 5:00-6:30pm |
| June 9 | Guy Louis Family Concert | Family Concert | 7:00-8:30pm |
| June 16 | Detroit Social Club Blues Band | Blues/Classical – R&B/Motown | 7:00-8:30pm |
| June 23 | Leave Those Kids Alone | Classical Rock | 7:00-8:30pm |
| June 30 | SRD Burns | Classical Rock | 7:00-8:30pm |
| July 7 | Kari Holmes | Country | 7:00-8:30pm |
| July 14 | Me + Joe Smith | Funky, Fresh Soul | 5:00-6:30pm |
| July 14 | After it All | Dance, Rock, Pop | 7:00-8:30pm |
| July 21 | Itchyoo Park | 60’s and 70’s music | 7:00-8:30pm |
| July 28 | Rodeo Drive | Classic Rock, Country, Motown, Blues | 7:00-8:30pm |
| August 4 | Teddy Petty & the Refugees | Tom Petty Tribute Band | 7:00-8:30pm |
| August 11 | Moonshot (BACK TO THE BRICKS) | Classical & Modern Rock | 4:00-5:30pm |
| August 11 | Steve King & The Dittilies | Oldies and Swing | 6:30-8:00pm |
| August 18 | Rhythm Kings Band | Motown, Top 40, R&B, Funk | 7:00-8:30pm |
| August 25 | Rockstar | 80’s Music | 7:00-8:30pm |
| September 1 | Magic Bus | “Journey to Woodstock” | 7:00-8:30pm |
Linden Music By The Mill- Wednesdays in August
Linden Millpond Park/Gazebo – Sponsored by the City of Linden and Linden DDA
No rainout location
| Date | Concert Band | Genre | Time |
| May 30 | Denise Davis & the Motor City Sensations | Motown, Blues & Pop | 11:00am-12:30pm |
| August 3 | Soggy Bottom Big Band | Jazz, Contemporary | 7:00-8:30pm |
| August 10 | Image (BACK TO THE BRICKS) | Classical Rock | 6:30-8:00pm |
| August 17 | Itchycoo Park | 60s and 70s music | 7:00-8:30pm |
| August 24 | Detroit Social Club Blues Band | Blues/Classical Soul – R&B/Motown | 7:00-8:30pm |
| August 31 | Betty B. & The Ropewalkers | Swing Jazz and early R & B | 7:00-8:30pm |
LINDEN’S MEMORIAL DAY EVENT- MONDAY, MAY 30
The parade steps off at 10am on Mill St. and marches to Fairview Cemetery. The VFW
will hold a ceremony in the Veteran’s Memorial Section of the cemetery. Afterwards, a
Community Picnic will take place during the Memorial Day Concert near the Linden Gazebo.
Dance
SUMMER DANCE CAMPS
Dance Classes are a great way to stay active this summer! Each class will learn something new and fun. Questions? Please email Kristen at karchambeau@slpr.net. We look forward to seeing your dancer at the studio!
Learn All About Dance – Ages 3 to 5
$30 residents, $40 non-residents
Dance with us while we work on fun dance moves! We will learn about dance through interactive play and games. We will be exploring ballet, pom, and tap. Please wear socks or ballet shoes. Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move in, or dance attire. Bring a labeled water bottle.
Monday & Tuesday, June 20 & June 21
6:15–7:30pm
Learn All About Dance – Ages 5-12
$30 residents/$40 non-residents
We will be having our own Summer Dance Party at the studio! Dancers will explore ballet, tap, lyrical and hip hop while working on a variety of dance skills. Please wear comfortable clothing/dance attire. Please bring ballet shoes or socks and a pair of clean tennis shoes. Please send a labeled water bottle.
Monday & Tuesday, June 20 & June 21
6:15–7:30pm
July Summer Dance Session
Residents, $ 55 Non- Residents, $65
Join us for 4 classes of summer dance fun during the month of July! Dancers will have fun learning a variety of dance styles such as ballet, tap and hip hop. Dancers should wear ballet shoes and bring clean tennis shoes.
Monday, July 11 & Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26
Ages 3 to 6: 6:00–6:45pm
Ages 7 to 12: 6:45–7:30pm
Beach Pom-Pom Dance Party!
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 4 to 9
Learn fun pom routines while moving and grooving this summer! Also work on a variety of different jumps. Please wear tennis shoes and please send a water bottle.
Wednesday, July 13
5:00–5:45pm
Royal Ballet for Princesses & Princes!
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 3 to 7
Dress in your royal attire and be ready to twirl, swirl, curtsy and MORE! Dancers will work on beginner ballet steps while channeling their inner royal side! Please wear socks or ballet shoes.
Wednesday, July 13
5:45–6:30pm
Hip Hop Dance Party!
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 5+
Dance to upbeat music and have fun learning hip hop combinations! Please bring a water bottle and wear clean tennis shoes – we work up a sweat at this class!
Wednesday, July 13
6:30–7:15pm
Animal Dance Jam!
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 3 to 7
Have fun dancing to songs about lions and tigers and crocodiles…and more! Dancers will channel their inner wild side through dance. Please wear ballet shoes or socks/ tennis shoes.
Tuesday, August 2
5:00–5:45pm
Super Hero Hip Hop
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 4 to 8
Whether you dress in full superhero attire or simply wear your favorite super hero shirt, we’ll be jamming to great hip hop songs and dancing our hero-hearts out! Please wear clean tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.
Tuesday, August 2
5:45–6:30pm
Kicks, Turns and Leaps!
$16 residents, $26 non-residents
Ages 8+
Learn and perfect dance skills such as: leaps, turns, and kicks. Learn stretches to improve your flexibility and balance. Great fun for beginner dancers as well as dancers looking to improve their skills! Please bring socks or ballet shoes and a labeled water bottle.
Tuesday, August 2
6:30–7:15pm
Try-it Ballet and Tap
$15 residents, $25 non-residents
Ages 3 to 6
Try both tap and ballet in one class! Learn graceful ballet steps and toe-tapping fun steps – sure to keep your little one smiling! Please bring ballet shoes/socks and tap shoes. Please send a water bottle.
Tuesday, August 16
5:00–5:45pm
Try-It Dance Ages 5+
$20 residents, $25 non-residents
Ages 5+
Try a variety of dance styles to sample them all before the fall dance season begins! We will be sampling: ballet, tap, hip-hop, pom, kickline and lyrical styles of dance. Please send a water bottle. Dancers should bring ballet shoes/ socks, tap shoes if they have them, and tennis shoes.
Tuesday, August 16
5:45–6:45pm
Dance Events
Gymnastics
Gym Stars Gymnastics Programs
Gym Stars Gymnastics is the place to be for toddlers through high school age gymnasts to develop their best abilities. We offer recreational classes and a competitive team and are also the home of the Linden/Fenton/Lake Fenton High school Varsity team. Our emphasis is on having fun and staying safe as you go through proper gymnastics skill progressions. Our amazing instructors have a goal to build coordination, strength, confidence, and self-esteem and treat every child as a STAR!
All participants should come dressed for class. Leotards are preferred but shorts and a tight tee shirt are acceptable. Leotards are available for purchase in our pro shop. Long hair must be tied back. If you have questions or would like further information, contact the Gym Stars Gymnastics Director Nancy Holden at nholden@slpr.net. Gym phone 810-591-8198.
Gym Stars is located at Hyatt Elementary School 325 Stan Eaton Drive Linden MI. 48451
Gym Stars Spring Session Schedule
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| Parent Tot [18m–3yrs] | Tuesday | 4:15 – 4:55 pm | 4/19 – 5/24 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Parent Tot [18m–3yrs] | Wednesday | 9:30 – 10:10 am | 4/20 – 5/25 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Parent Tot [18m–3yrs] | Saturday | 9:30 – 10:10 am | 4/23 – 5/28 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 3 Year old | Tuesday | 5:00 – 5:40 pm | 4/19 – 5/24 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 3 & 4 Year old | Wednesday | 10:15 – 10:55 am | 4/20 – 5/25 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 3 & 4 Year old | Saturday | 10:15 – 10:55 am | 4/23 – 5/28 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 4 Year old | Tuesday | 5:45–6:25 pm | 4/19 – 5/24 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 5 Year old | Tuesday | 6:30–7:25 pm | 4/19 – 5/24 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
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| 5 & 6 yr old Beginner | Thursday | 5:00 – 5:55 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 5 & 6 yr old Beginner | Friday | 4:45 – 5:40 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| 5 & 6 yr old Beginner | Saturday | 11:15 – 12:10 pm | 4/23 – 5/28 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Beginner | Thursday | 4:00–4:55 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Beginner | Friday | 5:00–5:55 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Beginner | Friday | 5:45 – 6:40 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Beginner | Saturday | 12:15 – 1:10pm | 4/23 – 5/28 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Advanced Beginner | Thursday | 5:30 – 6:25 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Advanced Beginner | Thursday | 6:00 – 6:55 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Advanced Beginner | Friday | 4:00 – 4:55 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Advanced Beginner | Friday | 4:30 – 5:25 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $70.00 | 6 weeks |
| Intermediate | Thursday | 4:00 – 5:25 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $100.00 | 6 weeks |
| Intermediate | Thursday | 6:30 – 7:55 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $100.00 | 6 weeks |
| Intermediate | Friday | 5:30 – 6:55 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $100.00 | 6 weeks |
| Advanced Intermediate | Thursday | 6:30–7:55 pm | 4/21 – 5/26 | $100.00 | 6 weeks |
| Advanced Intermediate | Friday | 5:30–6:55 pm | 4/22 – 5/27 | $100.00 | 6 weeks |
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| Pre–Team | Wednesday | 4:30 – 6:25 pm | 4/20 – 5/25 | $120.00 | 6 weeks |
| Competitive Team | Mon/Wed | 5:30–8:00 pm | 4/20 – 5/25 | $180.00 | 6 weeks |
Gym Stars Summer Session Schedule
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| Parent Tot [18m–3yrs] | Tuesday | 11:00 – 11:40 am | 7/12 – 8/9 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| 3 Year old | Tuesday | 11:45 – 12:25 pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| 4 Year old | Tuesday | 12:30 – 1:10 pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| 5/6 Year old | Tuesday | 1:15 – 2:10 pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
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| Parent Tot [18m–3yrs] | Monday | 4:30 – 5:10 pm | 7/11 – 8/8 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| 3 Year old | Monday | 5:15 – 5:55 pm | 7/11 – 8/8 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| 4 Year old | Monday | 6:00 – 6:40 pm | 7/11 – 8/8 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| 5/6 Year old | Monday | 6:45 – 7:40 pm | 7/11 – 8/8 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
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| 5 & 6 yr old Beginner | Thursday | 9:30 – 10:25 am | 7/14 – 8/11 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| Beginner | Thursday | 10:30 – 11:25 am | 7/14 – 8/11 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| Advanced Beginner | Thursday | 11:30 – 12:25 pm | 7/14 – 8/11 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
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| Beginner | Tuesday | 4:30–5:25 pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| Advanced Beginner | Tuesday | 5:30–6:25 pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
| Intermediate | Tuesday | 6:30 – 7:55 pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $100.00 | 5 weeks |
| Advanced Intermediate | Tuesday | 6:30 – 7:55pm | 7/12 – 8/9 | $100.00 | 5 weeks |
| Cheer Tumbling | Monday | 9:30 – 10:25 am | 7/11 – 8/8 | $60.00 | 5 weeks |
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| Pre–Team | Wednesday | 9:00 – 10:55 am | 7/13 – 8/10 | $100.00 | 5 weeks |
| Competitive Team | Mon./Wed. | 10:30–12:55 pm | 6/20 – 8/10 | $210.00 | 7 weeks |
| High School | Mon./Wed. | 10:30–12:55 pm | 6/20 – 8/10 | $210.00 | 7 weeks |
Science Camps
Robot Academy
Ages 7 to 12
$465 Discounted for residents
$485 Regular fee for non-residents
Join us for a week of Robot Academy! We’ll learn about:
- The many uses of robots around the world
- Basic robotics and the science of circuits
- Basic coding concepts and engineering principles
Each Robot Engineer will their build their very own working OWI Ozkar Vacuum Robot to take home! Camp will provide a great mix of fun and education as we strive to create a positive, supportive learning environment where kids feel comfortable working in groups and are encouraged to learn new things. Please pack a peanutfree lunch and snack, and a water/drink for your child.
July 18 to July 22, 9:00am–4:00pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Eureka Inventors Camp
Ages 5 to 12
$309 Discounted for residents
$329 Regular fee for non-residents
Inspire the inventor and scientist in you! Campers will overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and the most important of all—- their mind! With a little bit of ingenuity children will create catapults and forts, and even construct their own working Light Sabers to take home!! While Thomas Edison said “invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration”, this camp is 100% FUN!
July 25 to July 29, 1:00–5:00pm
Class held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Digging Dinos & More
Ages 4 to 10
$299 Discounted for residents
$320 Regular fee for non-residents
Take a trip to the past, dig for dinosaur bones and make your very own dinosaur tooth, dinosaur fossil, stegosaurus skeleton and more! You’ll also explore the world of days past, investigate the secrets of the Earth, go on a rock hunt and search for hidden treasures!
July 25 to July 29, 9:00am-12:00pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Mad Science NASA Academy
of Future Space Explorers
Ages 5 to 12
$309 Discounted for residents
$329 Regular fee for non-residents
Mad Science has teamed up with NASA in a quest for exploration! We’ll take a voyage of discovery into the atmosphere and beyond as we explore planets, moons, and other space phenomena in our solar system. Things will heat up as we examine the sun and other stars and discover the difficulties of space travel! Kids will get a firsthand experience of the challenges of living in space as they try assemble a satellite while training to be an astronaut.
For added fun, we’ll learn about the various technologies that make space exploration possible while bouncing lasers around the room! Kids will love to build their own Mad Science rocket, and participate in a real “NASA” style rocket launch. Campers will receive many cool NASA take homes, including a cosmic disc, a propulsion station, and more! Mad Science is the ONLY organization licensed by NASA to use these activities for summer camps and school programs.
August 1 to August 5, 9:00am–1:00pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Fenton Lakes Sportsman’s Club
Fenton Lakes Sportsman’s Club
The Fenton Lakes Sportsman’s Club is located on more than 70 acres of rolling countryside just north of Fenton, Michigan, the FLSC is one of the area’s best kept secrets. By exploring this website, you’ll find a place where you can enjoy the great outdoors, your favorite sport, and a great sense of community. The Club operates shooting ranges for members including a 24 hour accessible 6 lane indoor pistol range. The outdoor ranges offer 25, 50 and 100 yard shooting for Rifle, Pistol, Muzzle loaders and Shotgun. Archery, 3-D Archery, Axe and Knife Throwing facilities are available as well on the outdoor ranges.
The FLSC Clubhouse is available to rent for meetings, receptions, graduations, parties, luncheons, etc., with a 300 people maximum capacity. Included is the use of our outdoor pavilion from which many a wedding ceremony has been held over the years. One of the highlights of Fenton Lakes Sportsman’s Club is our 15 station Sporting Clays Course. A one-mile course located in a heavily wooded area of FLSC property, it is both challenging and enjoyable. The course is open to the public Saturday and Sundays beginning at 10am with the last line out at 2pm. A round of Sporting Clays is a great group activity with family, friends or even team building with co-workers. Please check the Fenton Lakes Sportsman’s Club website’s “calendar of events” before coming out to shoot. The Clays staff will post all weather-related closings on the calendar. Fenton Lakes Sportsman’s club offers a variety of training classes throughout the year available to Members and Non-Members. From Hunter’s Safety to New Gun Owners classes. Classes to train and certify you for a Concealed Pistol License right up to becoming an NRA Certified Instructor to teach these classes. Firearms safety and education is a priority at FLSC. All of our classes are led by NRA Certified Instructors and overseen by NRA Certified Range Safety Officers.
Members receive discounted class pricing.
Fenton Lakes Sportsmans Club
New Gun Owner Class
This course is designed to educate you on the components of a pistol and ammunition. Safety when operating a pistol. As well as the cleaning and care of a pistol. No previous training is required for this course. It is designed for first time owners even if you have never held a firearm before, anyone who has previous experience with firearms but would like a refresher, and those looking to learn more about pistol / firearm operation and safe handling before making a purchase.
Principles taught in class apply to all firearms, however primary focus will be on handguns. You do not need to own a gun to take this class. It may be prudent to take the class before purchasing a gun.
Course Pre-requisites:
None, other than you must be legally able to own or possess a firearm in the state of Michigan.
Course Goal:
To provide beginning shooters with an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to own and use a specific pistol model safely.
Course Overview:
- Introduction to Pistol Safety, Parts, and Operation
- Introduction to Ammunition and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
- Introduction to Pistol Shooting from the Benchrest Position
- Introduction to Pistol Cleaning, Storage, and Training Opportunities
!!!!! What Student Needs to Bring to Class!!!!!
- A pistol registered in your name if you have one and 30 rounds of ammo. (NO magnum ammo – i.e. 357mag; 44mag; 357sig)
Note: if using a pistol not registered in your name, the registered owner must transport and attend the entire class with the firearm. (Loaner pistols are available to students who have not yet purchased a gun.) - Eye and Ear protection (Loaners can be made available)
- Note pad & pencil.
- Ball Cap
- A good attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Snacks/Water/Pop (optional)
New Gun Owner Class is for students ages 10+. Students under 18 must demonstrate sufficient maturity and MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Course Cost: $40.00
Course Tuition is non-refundable except the case of a cancelled class.
Available Class Sessions:
Session #4: May 21, 2022 1:00-5:00 pm
Session #5: June 18, 2022 1:00-5:00 pm
Classes held at Fenton Lakes Sportsmen’s Club
For additional questions contact:
Daniel DiRienzo Jr.
FLSC Chief Instructor
248.760.4964
flscgunteacher@fentonlakes.com
Fenton Lakes Sportsmans Club
Michigan Concealed Pistol License Course (CPL)
(NRA Class–Personal Protection In the Home)
This is NOT a beginner course—Beginners should take the New Gun Owner Class.
Course Pre-requisites: Completion of basic handgun training or equivalent experience.
Course Goal: To develop in the students the basic knowledge, skills and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding citizen’s right to self-defense.
Course Overview:
- Introduction to Defensive Shooting
- Basic Defensive Handgun Skills
- Firearms and the Law: Possession, Ownership, and the use of Deadly Force
- Strategies for Home Safety and Responding to a Violent Confrontation
- Selecting a Handgun for Self-Defense
- Sport Shooting Activities and Training Opportunities
- Course Review and Examination
What Student Needs to Bring to Class:
- A handgun in good working order.
-Recommended are either double action revolvers or semi-automatics
-Recommended minimum caliber is 38 special or 9mm.
-NO magnum ammo allowed (i.e. 357 mag, 44mag, 357 Sig). - (2) speed loaders for revolvers or minimum (2) magazines for semi-autos.
- Minimum of (100) rounds Ammo.
- Ear & Eye Protection.
- Ball Cap
- Note pad & pen/pencil.
- Optional Items
– Knee pads
– Lunch
– Water/Pop/Snacks
Ages 21 and older
Non-FLSC Members $125
FLSC Members $75* (*FLSC Members, please register at fentonlakes.com)
Course Tuition is non-refundable except the case of a cancelled class.
Available Class Dates:
Session #4: May 14, 2022 8:00 am-6:30 pm
Session #5: June 11, 2022 8:00 am-6:30 pm
Classes held at Fenton Lakes Sportsmen’s Club
For additional information
Daniel DiRienzo Jr.
NRA Training Counselor
(248)760-4964
flscgunteacher@fentonlakes.com
Art
Learn to Paint like Bob Ross!
$65 Discounted for residents,
$75 Regular fee for non-residents
Ages 13 – Adult
Join us in painting happy little trees and fluffy clouds as we put dreams onto canvas. Join Ted Simpson, Certified Ross Instructor as he guides you through painting your own Bob Ross Style masterpiece in just a few hours.
No experience necessary and all supplies included.
1:00–4:00 pm
Summer 2022
Session 1: Saturday, May 14, 2022 1-4pm
Session 2: Saturday, June 25, 2022 1-4pm
Session 3: Saturday, July 30, 2022 1-4pm
Session 4: Saturday, August 20, 2022 1-4pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center, Art room
Instructed by Ted Simpson, CRI
Kids’ Experimental Painting Camp
$150 Discounted for residents, $170 Regular fee for non-residents
$60 Material fee payable to instructor at first class, material fees are non-refundable
Ages 7 and up
Let’s tap into the fresh, avant-garde, creativity of the young artists in our midst! For your child’s amusement here are some interesting examples of projects that we will explore: Tissue paper paintings on canvas, with an option to incorporating their Chinese bamboo brush painting on rice paper in the mix; Shoe polish teddy bear paintings applied with cotton and brushes; Atomizer sprayer watercolor painting with negative space yarn images. Other unique painting ideas will pop each day in our ‘What if..?’ of the afternoon exercise.
A Gallery Show of your child’s artwork will be extended to families on the last day of camp. Don’t miss this summer camp of fun! Limited spaces, so sign up soon.
Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious, messy camp alert!
Monday–Friday, 1:30–4:00pm
August 8–August 12, 2022
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Taught by artist/instructor Pamela Palmer,
B.F.A. owner of The Artist’s Apprentice
artistsapprentice@gmail.com
Quick Sketch Watercolors for “On the Go” Kids (Ages 9–15)
$50 Discounted for residents, $60 Regular fee for non-residents
Quickly capture your glimpses of your world, life and travels with loose lines and painterly colors with instructor Denise Willing Booher quick sketch and paint system. This “go with the flow” technique is perfect for painting anywhere including studies, journals, and finished paintings. Learn to see like an interesting subject an artist’s eye in the moment and to compose and draw more organically with confidence. Inject captivating, mingling watercolors into your sketch in just minutes. Denise will go over useful suggestions on packing watercolors to take along for any adventure. For experienced, beginner, and intermediate students. Denise is a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
Materials Needed:
- Small Watercolor paint travel set (example: Winsor & Newton Cotman Field Plus Watercolor Travel Set)
- #2 Pencil, kneaded eraser
- small sketch book
- watercolor paper
- block 4 x 6 cold press
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:30am–12:30pm
June 14, 15, 16
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Quick Sketch Watercolors for Travelers
$50 discounted for residents, $60 non-residents
Ages 16 and up
Quickly capture your glimpses of your world, life and travels with loose lines and painterly colors with instructor Denise Willing Booher quick sketch and paint system. This “go with the flow” technique is perfect for painting anywhere including studies, journals, and finished paintings. Learn to see like an interesting subject an artist’s eye in the moment and to compose and draw more organically with confidence. Inject captivating, mingling watercolors into your sketch in just minutes. Denise will go over useful suggestions on packing watercolors to take along for any adventure. For experienced, beginner, and intermediate students. Denise is a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Supply List for Quick Sketch Watercolors On the Go:
- Watercolor Paper Book or Spiral Pad 140lb Cold Press 5 x 7 (must open and lay flat) Windsor & Newton, Fabriano, Canson, Hahnemuhle to name a few, make one all reasonably priced.
- #8 Watercolor round brush and an (Optional) 1.5 inch flat wash brush (synthetic sable).
- Paint Travel kit. (Winsor & Newton (390639, Field plus kit, Field box) or Koi Watercolor Sketch Box or a simple portable watercolor set. You will need a small plastic plate to mix colors on if your set does not have a mixing area. You can make your own Travel Set by adding your own tube watercolor paint (Primary colors of Red, Yellow and Blue ect.) into a Folding Watercolor Palette by Masters International which is $4.99.
- Absorbent Towel/rag/sponge for absorbing water
- Plastic Plate for a mixing pallet
- If not included with you set, bring a dollar store container with a lid for water to rinse your brush and a bottle of water to fill it up
- (Optional) portable light weight chair, cushion or towel to sit on.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:30am–12:30pm
June 7, 8, 9, 2022
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
Advanced Painting in Watercolor
$70 discounted for residents, $80 non-residents
Ages 16 and up
Advanced watercolor painting with instructor Denise Willing Booher. This is an advanced class for students to bring in their own work and work in class. Denise will teach, advise, and lead students to produce their best work through drawing, painting and design skills using their own personal voice in their work. Please bring your own supplies and paintings to work on. Denise is a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Tuesdays, 6:30–7:45pm
September 13–October 18, 2022
Classes held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
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Senior Splash
** The SLPR Aquatics programs are pending due to staffing shortages. We are seeking Swim Instructors & Life Guards. **
Swim Classes will follow current COVID-19 Guidelines and MHDDS Restrictions. Dates & times may be changed due to Fenton High School athletic events.
Senior Splash
A low impact and great exercise program for senior citizens. The class includes cardio, core work, and arm and leg strength exercises. This will get you moving in a friendly and fun atmosphere! Please check the SLP&R Aquatics Calendar for class dates, times, and cancellations at www.slpr.net and look for the link to our aquatic calendar on the homepage! Dates and times are subject to change due to the FHS and middle school swim calendar.
Security Policies: Due to security policies required by Fenton Area Public Schools, an identification badge is required to participate in SLPR activities. Registration for the entire session, or punch card for Senior Splash MUST now be done at the SLPR office at 150 S Leroy, Fenton. Please call (810) 714-2011 to schedule a time to pick up your pass.
Ages 45 and up.
Fenton High School Pool
Spring 2022
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Session 2: April 4-May 18, 2022
Summer 2022
Tuesday & Thursday, 12:30-1:30PM
Session 1: June 15, 17, 22, 24 2022
Session 2: July 13, 15, 20, 22 2022
Seniors MUST have a badge from SLPR.
All class dates and times are tentative and subject to change.
Fenton High School Swimming Pool
Please park in the visitor parking lot off of Donaldson Blvd, and enter the building through the main doors off of the visitor parking lots.
Art
Learn to Paint like Bob Ross!
$65 Discounted for residents,
$75 Regular fee for non-residents
Ages 13 – Adult
Join us in painting happy little trees and fluffy clouds as we put dreams onto canvas. Join Ted Simpson, Certified Ross Instructor as he guides you through painting your own Bob Ross Style masterpiece in just a few hours.
No experience necessary and all supplies included.
1:00–4:00 pm
Summer 2022
Session 1: Saturday, May 14, 2022 1-4pm
Session 2: Saturday, June 25, 2022 1-4pm
Session 3: Saturday, July 30, 2022 1-4pm
Session 4: Saturday, August 20, 2022 1-4pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center, Art room
Instructed by Ted Simpson, CRI
Quick Sketch Watercolors for Travelers
$50 discounted for residents, $60 non-residents
Ages 16 and up
Quickly capture your glimpses of your world, life and travels with loose lines and painterly colors with instructor Denise Willing Booher quick sketch and paint system. This “go with the flow” technique is perfect for painting anywhere including studies, journals, and finished paintings. Learn to see like an interesting subject an artist’s eye in the moment and to compose and draw more organically with confidence. Inject captivating, mingling watercolors into your sketch in just minutes. Denise will go over useful suggestions on packing watercolors to take along for any adventure. For experienced, beginner, and intermediate students. Denise is a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Supply List for Quick Sketch Watercolors On the Go:
- Watercolor Paper Book or Spiral Pad 140lb Cold Press 5 x 7 (must open and lay flat) Windsor & Newton, Fabriano, Canson, Hahnemuhle to name a few, make one all reasonably priced.
- #8 Watercolor round brush and an (Optional) 1.5 inch flat wash brush (synthetic sable).
- Paint Travel kit. (Winsor & Newton (390639, Field plus kit, Field box) or Koi Watercolor Sketch Box or a simple portable watercolor set. You will need a small plastic plate to mix colors on if your set does not have a mixing area. You can make your own Travel Set by adding your own tube watercolor paint (Primary colors of Red, Yellow and Blue ect.) into a Folding Watercolor Palette by Masters International which is $4.99.
- Absorbent Towel/rag/sponge for absorbing water
- Plastic Plate for a mixing pallet
- If not included with you set, bring a dollar store container with a lid for water to rinse your brush and a bottle of water to fill it up
- (Optional) portable light weight chair, cushion or towel to sit on.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:30am–12:30pm
June 7, 8, 9, 2022
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
Advanced Painting in Watercolor
$70 discounted for residents, $80 non-residents
Ages 16 and up
Advanced watercolor painting with instructor Denise Willing Booher. This is an advanced class for students to bring in their own work and work in class. Denise will teach, advise, and lead students to produce their best work through drawing, painting and design skills using their own personal voice in their work. Please bring your own supplies and paintings to work on. Denise is a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Tuesdays, 6:30–7:45pm
September 13–October 18, 2022
Classes held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
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Basketball
Intermediate Basketball Skills Class with Coach Jerry Davis
Cost $99 for residents $109 for non-residents
For those who are ready to take the next step in their basketball development, this class is being introduced for players who are 9 to 12 years old and have gone through the second Hot Shots class with Coach Jerry. In this class, time will be divided into 50% skills development (shooting and dribbling) and 50% halfcourt 3-on-3 scrimmages. Please bring a water bottle.
Wednesdays
June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Lake Fenton Middle School Gym
Jr. Hot Shots
Basketball basics will cover dribbling, shooting, passing, defense, and rebounding. Our instructor Jerry Davis has over 10 years’ experience coaching varsity basketball as well as many other years’ experience coaching players at an introductory level.
AGES 4-6
$75 Discounted for Residents (Per session) $85 Regular Fee for Non-residents (Per session)
Spring 2022
Mondays: 6:30 – 7:15pm
Session 2: March 7, 14, 21, April 04, April 11, 2022, (No class on March 28, 2022)
Session 3: April 25, May 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2022
Torrey Hill Gym
Summer 2022
Mondays: 6:30 – 7:15pm
Session 1: June 13, 20, 27, July 11 & 18 (No Class July 4th)
Session 2: July 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22
Torrey Hill Intermediate School
AGES 7-12
$75 Discounted for Residents $85 Regular Fee for Non-residents
Spring 2022
Mondays: 7:30 – 8:15pm
Session 3: April 25, May 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2022
Torrey Hill Gym
Summer 2022
Mondays: 7:30–8:30pm
Session 1: June 13, 20, 27, July 11 & 18 (No Class July 4th)
Session 2: July 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22
Torrey Hill Intermediate School
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Swim Lessons
** The SLPR Aquatics programs is now open for registration. Swim lessons will start June 20th. Register today at slpr.net. **
Swimming
All class dates and times are tentative and subject to change. Private Lessons will be available also.
| 30 minute lessons – $90 Resident /$100 Non-resident per session 45 minute lessons (level 3 & 4) – $95 Resident/$105 Non-resident per session 60 minute lessons (level 5 & 6) – $105 Resident/$125 Non-resident per session |
Parent & Child: 6 months–4 years old
Preschool Aquatics: Ages: 4-6
Levels 1-6: Ages: 6 & up
Fenton High School Pool
Instructed under American Red Cross Guidelines
** The SLPR Aquatics program is back up and running. Classes will resume on June 20th. Register today at slpr.net
