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Art ClassesThe Fargo Park District offers art classes throughout the year.  Classes include visual and performance art offerings for youth ages 3-16.  Classes are held at the Robert D. Johnson Building,
1104 2nd Ave S, Fargo and the Rheault Farm Bunkhouse, 2902 25th Street South.  Pre-registration is required.
701-241-8160.

Listed below are brief descriptions of the types of classes:

Art Classes

Special Themes

Teen Classes

Xcelerate Art Classes

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Art Classes

Accelerated Artists

Youth (ages 9-12) may want to try a more challenging art class. Learn new techniques and strengthen your knowledge of art in these fun, creative workshops. Classes are held throughout the year.

Artmania

Children (age 6-8) learn the basics of drawing and painting by using all types of media.  This class will help children gain a better knowledge of art while having a fun time. Classes are held throughout the year.

Arts Sampler

Children explore the arts as they get a chance to try a little bit of everything. Each session will be dedicated to one type of art; such as visual arts, music, theatre, and movement/dance. Classes are held in July.

Aspiring Artists

Let your children (ages 10-13) dive deeper into the world of art and learn more about various art styles and mediums. Enhance your creativity in this fun and relaxing atmosphere. Classes are held throughout the year.

Create and Explore

Let your children explore their universe through a variety of hands-on activities and projects. For ages 4-8. All classes will be held on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:30 am. Classes are held monthly September-December.

Junior Artists

Spend an afternoon with your child exploring the world of art. Have fun in these messy and creative classes while learning about art. Come ready for fun! All classes will be held on Wednesday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 pm. Classes are held monthly September-May.

Me-N-My Shadow

Share an afternoon with your child doing fun arts and crafts projects. Each Me-n-My Shadow class is designed to explore a different theme through stories, songs, and art.  Adult must accompany child. Classes are held monthly June-August.

Penny and Pals Performance Classes

Children ages 4-10 can participate in a one day or multi-day series of classes lead by Penny Andrist and her musical pals.  Children learn songs, dances and work with props-then show off what is learned at a special performance at the end of each session for families and friends. Classes are held throughout the year.

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Special Themes

Mother’s Day Dandy

Looking for a Mother's Day present? During this class, you will be able to create a surprise present for your mother, step-mother, grandmother or aunt. Come and have fun while making a creative project that will be sure to love!  For youth age 4-10. Class held in May.

Father’s Day Fun

Come to this class and make a great project for Father's Day! We will create a fun present and wrap it up for your father, step-father, grandfather or uncle. Spend time being creative and making a fantastic present for Father's Day. For youth age 4-10. Class held in June.

Mrs. Claus Class

Can't decide what to get your mom for Christmas? Come and create a variety of crafts for a Mother's Day surprise. By the end of the class you have a gift that's wrapped and ready to give to your mom. For youth age 4-10. Class held in December.

Mr. Claus Class

Do you have any ideas to get you dad for Christmas? Create a special gift made from the heart to give him! By the end of the class you will have a gift that's wrapped and ready to give to your dad. For youth age 4-10. Class held in December.

Holiday Fun

Youth (ages 4-7) plus an adult enjoy a morning decorating a gingerbread house. Class held in December.

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Teen Classes

One day session for youth (age 12-16).  Experiment with each activity in a two hour time frame.  Go home with a completed project.

Intro to Drawing

Students will learn basics of drawing. students will go home with their own sketchpad to continue their portfolio! Class held in the Summer.

Intro to Mixed Media

Learn about different medias as you explore the world of art. Students will create unique projects during this creative class. Class held in the Summer.

Intro to Printmaking

Great for anyone who wants to learn more about creating your own prints. Class held in the Winter.

Intro to Scrapbooking

Learn the basics of scarpbooking. Learn how to organize your pictures and how to start your own album. Go home with your own album to continue working on! Class held in the Summer.

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Xcelerate Art Programs

Awesome Art Afternoons

Come and spend an afternoon of creative fun and exciting art projects. Children will be able to create a variety of art projects to take home.
This program is free thanks to Xcel Energy Foundation.
Adult supervision required. Groups of 10+, call 241-8160.
Location: Robert D. Johnson Building
Dates: Saturdays, February 20, March 20, April 10
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Fee: Free

Park It!

Explore your creativity with the Xcellent Art Lady when she comes to your neighborhood for an afternoon of arts and crafts fun! She will bring all the supplies for you to paint, draw, color, or glue together. Create a variety of projects to take home. This program is free thanks to Xcel Energy Foundation. Adult supervision required. Groups of 10+, call 241-8160.
Time: Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00 pm
Fee: Free, no registration required

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