Art
Learn to Paint like Bob Ross!
$70 discounted for residents, $80 non-residents per session date
Ages 13 – adult (16 & under must be accompanied by an 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.
Saturdays, 1:00-4:00pm
- October 10- Magic of Fall
- November 14- Sunset Dunes
- December 12- Lone Pine
Classes held at Fenton Community & Cultural Center, Art Room
Instructed by Ted Simpson, CRI
Axolotls Galore! An Art Workshop
$30 residents, $40 non-residents
Ages: 6-12
We love these little sea creatures! Let’s draw a bunch of them with all of the color morphs that we can imagine. We will be sketching and modeling these aquatic friends with visual references to delight your child!
Young artists will learn to shade from light to dark values while adding spots, stripes, hearts, daisies, and other creative details.
Fun Fact: Drawing from observation helps develop attention to detail, a skill useful in science, engineering, medicine, and technology.
Bonus: Kids will design their own custom zippered case to take home!
Expect a little mess and a lot of creativity – please wear clothes that are not precious.
Families are invited to join us for a Gallery Showcase at 5:05pm.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
4:20-6:20pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Instructor: Artist/Educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice
Learn to Draw SpongeBob & Friends!
$30 residents, $40 non-residents
Ages: 6-12
Calling all SpongeBob fans! Join us for a fun-filled art class where kids will learn how to draw SpongeBob, Patrick, and other favorite characters.
Through easy step-by-step instruction, students will develop drawing skills, creativity, and confidence while creating fun cartoon artwork they’ll be excited to take home. Perfect for beginners and young artists who just love these cartoons!
Bonus: Kids will design their own custom zippered case to take home!
Expect a little mess and a lot of creativity – please wear clothes that are not precious.
Families are invited to join us for a Gallery Showcase at 5:05pm.
December 2, 2026
3:15-5:15pm
Instructor: Artist/Educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice
Holly Jolly Holiday Art Workshop
Paint, Sculpt, Create, and Celebrate the Season!
$30 residents, $40 non-residents
Ages: 6 & up
Imagine ringing in the holidays by painting a glittery gingerbread house, including all the fabulous trimmings in candy cane and holly!
Students will learn to master one-point perspective when they draw bedazzled gifts for their 3-D Christmas tree. We will also add a sculpture of Frosty the Snowman or a wee reindeer using Model Magic.
This art experience is a wonderful opportunity for parents to unlock their child’s full potential and give them confidence, understanding, and skills to help them flourish in an area that is important to them.
Fun Fact: Creating art strengthens problem-solving and critical-thinking skills because there is often more than one way to solve an artistic challenge.
A Gallery Showcase of the students’ work will be open to families at 5:05pm, with sweet treats for all!
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
3:15-5:15pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Instructor: Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist’s Apprentice
Volleyball
Adult Open Volleyball
$5 per person
Drop in and play a fun recreational game of volleyball!
Fridays, October 23, 2026-April 30, 2027
6:30-8:30pm
AGS Middle School
*Subject to holidays and the school calendar.
The World Volleyball Cult Women’s 4’s Indoor Adult Volleyball League
Ages: 18+ – NO EXCEPTIONS
League Fee: $380 per team
Must be paid in advance, in full, to complete registration.
Teams will play ten weeks of round-robin league play followed by an elimination tournament on the eleventh week. Teams play a minimum of three two-set matches per league night, barring any forfeits.
All teams are seeded into the playoffs according to their final league standings. USA modified indoor volleyball rules apply. A Captains Volleyball Information Packet will be sent via email to each captain.
USA Rulebook:
2025-2027 USA Volleyball Indoor Rules
No referees – call your own faults. More information and insight is available at World Volleyball Cult on Facebook.
Registration & Questions:
Contact The VolleyLama: Keno at (810) 265-9975 or vbizkeno@comcast.net.
Mondays, 6:30pm
October 12, 19 & 26, 2026
November 2, 9, 16 & 30, 2026
December 7 & 14, 2026
January 4 & 11, 2027
Ellen Street Campus / World of Wonder-Fenton
404 W. Ellen Street, Fenton, MI 48430
The World Volleyball Cult Women’s 6’s Indoor Adult Volleyball League
Ages: 18+ – NO EXCEPTIONS
League Fee: $570 per team
Must be paid in advance, in full, to complete registration.
Teams will play ten weeks of round-robin league play followed by an elimination tournament on the eleventh week. Teams play a minimum of three two-set matches per league night, barring any forfeits.
All teams are seeded into the playoffs according to their final league standings. USA modified indoor volleyball rules apply. A Captains Volleyball Information Packet will be sent via email to each captain.
USA Rulebook:
2025-2027 USA Volleyball Indoor Rules
No referees – call your own faults. More information and insight is available at World Volleyball Cult on Facebook.
Registration & Questions:
Contact The VolleyLama: Keno at (810) 265-9975 or vbizkeno@comcast.net.
Wednesdays, 6:30pm
October 14, 21 & 28, 2026
November 4, 11 & 18, 2026
December 2, 9 & 16, 2026
January 6 & 13, 2027
Ellen Street Campus / World of Wonder-Fenton
404 W. Ellen Street, Fenton, MI 48430
Volleyball Private Lessons
$100 Residents / $110 Non-residents
Individual Lessons: 4 sessions, 45 minutes each
Ages: 10-14 years old
Looking to improve your volleyball skills? We’re offering private lessons led by our very own Lakers Coach Kenzie! Choose between one-on-one instruction or sign up for a small group session of up to 4 participants.
Date, Time and Location: TBA
If you are interested in private lessons, please contact Courtney McMillan to arrange your lessons.
Contact Courtney McMillan
cmcmillan@slpr.net or (810) 714-2011
Lakers Volleyball Regional Tryouts
2027 Regional Team Offerings
For the 2027 season, Southern Lakes will offer the opportunity for a Regional Level playing program in the 14U, 15U, 16U & 17U age groups.
This program is intended to provide an option to players of high ability who are looking for an increased level of commitment in the sport. It is expected that these players will be playing volleyball as their primary commitment for the duration of the season.
Regular practice attendance and increased play dates will be required for the success of the team. Player cuts will be made for the Regional commitment teams based on skill set and commitment level.
Age Definitions
- 14U: Born on or after July 1, 2012
- 15U: Born on or after July 1, 2011
- 16U: Born on or after July 1, 2010
- 17U: Born on or after July 1, 2009
Regional Team Tryouts
Tryout Fee: $25
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9:00-11:00am
AGS Middle School Gym
Team Fee:
$800 Residents / $850 Non-Residents
2027 Season Information
Practices may begin as early as December 6, 2026, with a full practice schedule beginning the first week of January 2027. Practices will be held twice a week.
Tournament play begins January-March 2027. Ten play dates are included. There will be a combination of single-day tournaments and the possibility of two 2-day overnight tournaments.
Additional Costs:
- Player uniform order
- AAU Student Athlete Card
Note: Participation in the National Tournament in mid-June in Orlando, Florida will be discussed on a per-team basis.
All fees MUST be paid in full once you commit to the team. No refunds will be given after you have committed to the team.
Lakers Volleyball Local Team Offerings
2027 Local Team Offerings
For the 2027 season, Southern Lakes will offer the opportunity for a Local Level playing program in the age groups from 10U to 16U.
The season runs from December through March, with practices twice a week and a total of 5 tournaments.
Teams wishing to participate in additional Local, State, or Regional Tournaments may incur added costs. This will be a per-team agreement and will be communicated by the assigned coach.
Age Definitions
- 10U: Born on or after July 1, 2016
- 11U: Born on or after July 1, 2015
- 12U: Born on or after July 1, 2014
- 13U: Born on or after July 1, 2013
- 14U: Born on or after July 1, 2012
- 15U: Born on or after July 1, 2011
- 16U: Born on or after July 1, 2010
Local Team Tryouts
Tryout Fee: $25
Saturday, November 7, 2026
10U/11U/12U: 11:30am-1:00pm
13U/14U: 1:30-3:00pm
15U/16U: 3:00-4:30pm
AGS Middle School Gym
Team Fees
10U/11U/12U:
$400 Residents / $450 Non-Residents
13U/14U/15U/16U:
$450 Residents / $500 Non-Residents
AAU Athlete Cards are an additional cost.
Pre-registration is MANDATORY.
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026
Questions? Contact Courtney McMillan at cmcmillan@slpr.net.
