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NEW EXTENDED DEADLINE- FRIDAY, JULY 31ST
REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABE
REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABE
For the registration link, please select your preferred summer program from the dropdown menu below.
PALCS enrollment not required for registration- Bring a friend!
PALCS enrollment not required for registration- Bring a friend!
A parent permission form will be required by all participants upon registration.
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Unleash Your Inner Artist: 2-Day Mixed Media Workshop (K-8)
Unleash Your Inner Artist: 2-Day Mixed Media Workshop (K-8)
Get ready for two full days of colorful, creative fun in this hands-on mixed media adventure!
Led by Mrs. Kim Ricciardi, the 2-Day Mixed Media Workshop is perfect for budding artists in kindergarten through 8th grade—no experience needed, just bring your imagination. Parents/guardians are also welcome to register and join in the fun (clearances required).
Please note: A parent/guardian chaperone is required for all students in grades K–2. Chaperones may choose to participate in the workshop (materials fee required) or observe (no fee required). All adults attending must have clearances on file with PALCS.
Cost: $75 per student or $100 for a parent/student duo.
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Over two exciting days, young creators will explore a wild mix of materials and techniques including...
Painting
Drawing
Collage
Texture-building
Printmaking basics
Found-object fun
and more!
Day 1 kicks off with playful warm-ups and building layered backgrounds (think crayon resist, tissue paper collage, and acrylic washes), then dive into your main masterpiece—a vibrant, one-of-a-kind artwork like a dreamy landscape, whimsical creature portrait, abstract texture piece, or personalized "me" collage.
Day 2 amps up the fun by adding 3D elements (recycled materials, fabric scraps, natural found objects), experimenting with mixed techniques (stamping, stenciling, layering), and finishing touches like glossy seals or metallic accents. Kids will learn about color mixing, composition, texture, and storytelling through art—all while creating something totally unique to take home!
Small groups provide ample individual guidance from our enthusiastic instructor in a safe, mess-friendly space. All supplies provided (paint, paper, glue, recyclables, and surprises galore). Spark joy, build confidence, and make lasting memories—sign up now for this creative explosion! Spots fill fast—reserve your young artist's spot today!
For adult participants: Please complete the PALCS Volunteer and Waiver Form Packet to participate in the workshop.
Spark Your Creativity: 2 Day Jewelry Making Workshop (6-12)
Spark Your Creativity: 2 Day Jewelry Making Workshop (6-12)
Led by Mrs. Kim Ricciardi, the Jewelry Making Workshop is perfect for beginners or intermediate designers—no prior experience needed. Dive into the magical world of handmade jewelry in this fun, hands-on 2 day session designed especially for students in grades 6-12! Parents/guardians are also welcome to register and join in the fun (clearances required).
Cost: $75 per student or $125 for a parent/student duo.
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Under expert guidance, students will learn essential techniques like measuring, cutting, shaping, filing, and assembling. Create your own wearable set complete with...
A necklace
A bracelet
& Matching earrings!
Leave with a unique, one-of-a-kind creation you made yourself, newfound skills, and the confidence to keep crafting at home. Small groups ensure personalized attention in a supportive, creative environment. Spots are limited—reserve yours today and turn inspiration into sparkle!
For adult participants: Please complete the PALCS Volunteer and Waiver Form Packet to participate in the workshop.
Summer Film Workshop (9-12)
Summer Film Workshop (9-12)
This two-week Summer Film Workshop, led by Mr. Jonathan Council, is designed to immerse students in the complete creative process of filmmaking from idea to finished short film. The program is open to students in grades 9-12 and emphasizes hands-on, student-driven learning rather than passive lectures. Students will explore their own ideas, ask questions, experiment creatively, and problem-solve as real filmmakers.
The Summer Film Workshop is structured to reflect how films are actually made: a focused, fast-paced period of screenwriting followed by an extended production and post-production phase. Students will spend half a week developing their screenplay and one and a half weeks turning that script into a completed short film- all wrapping up on Thursday before the holiday weekend!
By the end of the workshop, students will:
Understand the basic components needed in any strong story
Create compelling characters and believable worlds
Learn how to tell a story through plot and structure
Write a short screenplay using proper screenwriting format
Translate a screenplay into a film through planning and collaboration
Work with and direct actors to capture strong performances
Edit footage into a polished final film
One scholarship is available! Contact Mr. Jonathan Council to apply (jcouncil@palcs.org).
To Complete Payment:
To Complete Payment:
After registering for your chosen summer workshop, the confirmation page will direct you to the payment portal. Please follow these directions for completing payment:
First, log in to your Membership Toolkit account or create an account using the link on the confirmation page.
Once you have logged in or created an account, you should be directed to the events payment page automatically.
If not, click on "My Account" on the homepage, then "My Forms/Paperwork" — you’ll find the workshop listed there.
Select your chosen payment option and follow the steps to complete your payment.
If you experience any difficulty with completing payment, please contact cpfa@palcs.org for assistance.
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