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Pre-Ballet / Ballet 1 & 2
Perfect for beginners, this class focuses on developing foundational ballet technique, body placement, and terminology. Dancers will build coordination, balance, and confidence in an encouraging environment. No prerequisite class is required. Ideal for dancers ages 5 through 6 of all abilities. This class is offered through Dance Collaborative; register at dancecollab. org.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 5-6
DATE: Thursday, 9 / 3-10 / 15 / 2026 Thursday, 10 / 29-12 / 17 / 2026
TIME: 4:45-5:45 PM COST: $ 120 per session
Ballet 1 & 2
This class blends foundational ballet technique with an exciting challenge tailored for growing dancers, introducing dancers to more complex combinations, barre work, and center exercises. Designed to strengthen coordination, flexibility, and confidence, this class encourages focus, discipline, and artistic expression. Perfect for dancers of all abilities ready to level up their technique. No prerequisite class is required, but Pre-Ballet is strongly encouraged. This class is offered through Dance Collaborative; register at dancecollab. org.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 7-12
DATE: Thursday, 9 / 3-10 / 15 / 2026 Thursday, 10 / 29-12 / 17 / 2026
TIME: 5:30-6:15 PM COST: $ 120 per session
Discovery Days
Enjoy hands-on learning through experiments, crafts, and other activities. Each month offers a different theme that children and caregivers can learn about together. This is a self-paced, drop-in program. Pre-registration is not required.
LOCATION: White Deer Nature Center AGE: 6-12
DATE: Hooray for Habitat – Thursday, 9 / 3 / 2026 Our Blue Planet – Thursday, 10 / 1 / 2026 Time Travel – Thursday, 11 / 5 / 2026 Wintergreen – Thursday, 12 / 3 / 2026 Winter Wonderland – Thursday, 1 / 7 / 2027 What’ s For Dinner? – Thursday, 2 / 4 / 2027 Sounds of Spring – Thursday, 3 / 4 / 2027 Our Place in Space – Thursday, 4 / 1 / 2027 Scales and Slime – Thursday, 5 / 6 / 2027 Wildflower Wonders – Thursday, 6 / 3 / 2027 The Bugs Among Us – Thursday, 7 / 8 / 2027 Wild Weather – Thursday, 8 / 5 / 2027
TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM & 4:00-6:00 PM COST: Free
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