Augusta Kroc offers several, art and music classes, for children and adults. Do you enjoy science and learning? Check out our monthly calendar, sign-up today, and get creative with us! Our homeschool programs are back and ready for your homeschooled or learning from home students.
Tuesdays: November and December
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
$45 per monthly session Members/Nonmembers
Through Improv Comedy, Readers Theater, & Short Scene writing students engage and strengthen so many skills, all while having fun. Pre-registration is required one week prior to the class session.
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Most Thursdays
Two Sessions: November and December
Ages: Kindergarten to 5th grade
$45 per session Member/Nonmember
Hands-on Science Labs that engage your students in areas from Anatomy to Zoology. We engage kids in higher-level science in an age-appropriate, and fun way. Monthly themes include: “Bone Voyage” an adventure into learning all about the skeletal system, and “Party at Polymer Park” where students will explore chemistry, learn what a polymer is, and make a bouncing ball to take home.
Every week students explore different science themes in fun engaging ways. They learn new S.T.E.A.M vocabulary, and build science sense and confidence! Pre-registration is required one week prior to the class session.
Our fall and winter schedule is out.
Intro to DrawingAges: 7 – 15 YRS
Students will learn the basics of drawing techniques, styles, tools, and more. Each class will focus on a different theme, such as figure drawing or scenery. No previous experience required, and all supplies will be provided.
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Ages: 10 – 15 YRS
Beginner to intermediate students will learn the basics and some techniques for using acrylic paint. Each class will explore the technique of acrylic painting, a featured artist, practicing painting skills, and more.
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November
Adults | 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
$10 Nonmembers/$8 Members per visit
This class is for expecting mothers. Come learn how to bond with your unborn child using music. Learn about the impacts of sound on the developing child. The class will incorporate using music for relaxation, using music for play, and using music for communication with the child. This class is taught by a licensed Music Therapist.
3 Sessions Available: September, October, and November
Thursdays 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Ages 1 -5
Come explore music with your child. Learn how to engage your child in instrument play, movement, and singing. Help your child to build confidence and independence by using music to help them explore awareness of themselves and to grow in their abilities. Fathers, grandparents, or guardians are welcome too. There is a two-child maximum per adult.
Pre-registration is required.
November
Ages: 5 – 8 yrs | 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Members $40/ Nonmembers $50
Come learn the basics of piano. Learn the names of each key, the basics of how to read music, and a few simple pieces. The class will be catered to the abilities of each student that is in the class. Class size is limited.
Pre-registration is required one week prior to the start of class.
The Community Wing Art Gallery at the Kroc Center provides a venue for area artists and groups to display and sell their artwork. Open daily during business hours, these free exhibitions provide our members and guests the opportunity to experience the creativity found in the Augusta area.
To become a featured artist at the Kroc Center, please download our Artist Application .
Saturday Science3rd Saturdays | 9 AM – 10 AM
October – December
This monthly hands-on science class is used as a vehicle for engaging, discovering, and learning through actual experience, not just explanation. Each month, we introduce a new topic for kids, and our classes are designed so that you can begin anytime.
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education ProgramTuesdays | 10 AM – 11 AM
October 20 – November 24
Are you looking for ideas on how you and your family can eat healthier? Join us for Food Talk, a series of one-hour lessons that are interactive and full of nutritional activities, featuring recipe demonstrations to introduce participants to new, healthy foods that can become staples in their diets. Through this free series, participants will be able to try and prepare simple meals that are both healthy and affordable, as well as receive educational materials, incentives for participation, and a certificate of completion at the end of the series.
Pre-registration is required
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Simply select a Course or Activity from the calendar and select “Click Here To Register”!