This 3D-based course covers working with a variety of media that engage and challenge hand-building skills, including clay and jewelry construction, tie-dyeing clothing and creating usable hanging planters. Produce work that is functional, exciting to make and offers many avenues of personalization. The diverse work from this course will help students begin to develop an advanced art portfolio that can assist them in creative endeavors, and have cool new artwork they can wear or share! All art materials are provided in class.

Price: $169 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

Learn how to play “Dungeons & Dragons,” the world’s most popular table-top role-playing game (TTRPG). Problem solve and engage in cooperative teamwork while crawling through a dungeon, building a character, casting spells and learning about d20s.

Have a “rally” good time immersed in the world of hobby-grade radio-controlled vehicles and rally racing! Work in teams to assemble, modify and construct RC cars and trucks to race on an elaborate rally-style racecourse. This course will be divided between indoor and outdoor workshop time. Work on vehicle projects, build track features and practice racing. Students will be supervised in using hand and power tools for advanced assembly and model-building projects. No previous experience with RC cars is necessary.

Price: $185 (Course price includes a $40 materials fee.)

Join reiki master teacher Karie Provanchie of MonkeyBee Reiki in exploring the art of self-healing through various energetic practices such as sound, nature and meditation. Learn how to engage reiki — or universal energy — and guide your mind and body into a state of relaxation. This practice allows you to reduce stress and anxiety, process emotions and improve your natural ability to heal yourself. Students will take home tools to support their practice and will receive Reiki Level I certification.

Price: $169 (Course price includes a $25 materials fee.)

Perform classic chemistry and physics experiments in this fun hands-on class! Learn to make simple and useful chemical concoctions from easily obtained household materials. Apply basic physical principles to everyday situations, drawing connections and exploring concepts to enhance your understanding of the world around you, with an emphasis on sustainable living. Activities might include soap-making, extracting plant materials with a variety of solvents, setting up and measuring the path of a pendulum, and building a battery to power a simple circuit, as well as experiments with optics, acoustics and food chemistry.

Learn important skills used in all types of scientific research! Work with real laboratory equipment, learn how to design experiments safely and develop effective scientific questions. Practice computer skills such as coding, data analysis and signal processing. Explore exciting topics like modern research, citizen science (research that involves public participation) and machine learning. By the end of this class, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of how science works and the skills to carry out your own investigations.

Summer with Books & Batter takes place at the SUNY Adirondack Culinary Arts Center/Seasoned restaurant at 14 Hudson Ave., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

In this hands-on course, students will develop essential kitchen skills, then put them to the test rolling pasta, preparing quick breads, creating frozen mousses and decorating cupcakes. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of kitchen safety and sanitation practices. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of baking techniques, sauce making and decoration, with practical experience in a range of culinary areas.

Recipes will be chosen from youth-themed books: “Harry Potter,” “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs,” “Moose on the Loose” and the Max & Ruby story “Bunny Cakes.” There will be a brief discussion about the books and the food related to them. Students will not be asked to read books in advance.

Please note:

• Students must wear closed back and toe shoes, such as sneakers — do not wear Crocs, flip-flops or sandals.
• The Culinary Arts Center is a facility that processes nuts and other allergens. When registering for this program, indicate any food allergies on the Medical Release Form.
• Students must be dropped off no more than 15 minutes before the start of the program, and students must be picked up promptly after the course ends. There is no before or after care for this course.
• Students will use cutting utensils and cooking elements in these classes.
• Students should bring an apron or old shirt and something to secure hair back.

 

Price: $155 (Course price includes a $45 materials fee.)