The Porter County Parks and Recreation Department is hosting activities for
all ages throughout the month of December.
Please register for programs by calling 219-465-3586. For more information,
visit www.portercountyparks.org
Pysanky Eggs -- Pysanky uses a wax-resist (batik) method to dye eggs,
resulting in striking colors and elaborate detail. This class offers the
chance for parents and children to create a beautiful egg of their own. The
cost of this program is $25. It will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 1
to 4 p.m. at Sunset Hill Farm County Park, 775 Meridian Road in Liberty
Township.
Yoga Meditation Wellness Retreat -- Come to Brincka Cross Gardens,
427 E. Furness Road in Pine Township, for this relaxing retreat that will
focus on the health of both the mind and body on Sunday, Dec. 2, from 1 to 4
p.m. The class costs $35 and will be led by an experienced instructor.
Acrylic Painting Christmas Project (Adult) -- All skill levels are
welcome to attend this adult art class to create a Christmas project under
the guidance of an experienced instructor. The class costs $10 and will take
place on Monday, Dec. 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the South Haven Public Library,
403 West 700 North, in South Haven. Painting surfaces will be provided by
the instructor.
Food Gifts -- Gifts and food are two of the best things about the
holidays. Learn how to surprise your loved ones with creative treats during
this workshop offered by the Purdue Extension Porter County at Sunset Hill
Farm County Park. This free workshop will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 5,
from 10 to 11 a.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Senior Hike/Beaver Lecture -- Seniors are invited to take a short
hike at Sunset Hill Farm County Park with Naturalist Beth Hudick, who will
then offer an indoor program about the beavers that make the park home. This
free program will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 5, from 3 to 4 p.m.
Pysanky Eggs (Teen and Youth) -- Pysanky uses a wax-resist (batik)
method to dye eggs, resulting in striking colors and elaborate detail. Two
classes will be offered, giving teens and younger students the chance to
create a beautiful egg of their own. The cost of this program is $25. Both
classes will be offered on Saturday, Dec. 8, at Sunset Hill Farm County
Park. The class for teens (ages 13 to 18) will take place from noon to 3
p.m., and the class for younger students (ages 8 to 12) will take place from
3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Let it Snow -- Kids and their families will enjoy a story, craft and
activity during this fun and interactive program offered by Parents as
Teachers of Porter County at Brincka Cross Gardens on Thursday, Dec. 13, at
10 a.m. The cost of the program is $5 per family. For more information, or
to register, visit www.patpc.org.
Acrylic Painting Christmas Project (Youth) -- All skill levels are
welcome to attend this youth art class to create a Christmas project under
the guidance of an experienced instructor. The class costs $8 and will take
place on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Sunset Hill Farm County
Park. Painting surfaces will be provided by the instructor.
Couch to Foot Pursuit 5k -- Gradually ease yourself into a running
program on the trails of Sunset Hill Farm County Park. We will prepare you
for the Foot Pursuit 5K, which takes place March 2 at Sunset Hill Farm,
while giving you the tools you need to get active and fit. The class will
take place every Saturday from Jan. 5 to March 2 at 8:30 a.m. This class is
perfect for beginner runners and no prior experience is necessary. The cost
of the program is $50 and includes race registration and a T-shirt. For more
information, or to register, call Wellness Coordinator Becky Kreiger at
219-734-0203 or e-mail
bkreiger@porterco.org
Open Art Studio with Acrylics -- All skill levels are welcome to
attend this weekly adult art class and create a project of their choice
under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Classes take place every
Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the
Sunset Hill Farm County Park Program Center. Cost is $5 if students bring
their own painting surface, or $10 if a surface is provided by the
instructor.
Storybook Trail -- This free activity runs year round at Sunset Hill
Farm County Park. Enjoy reading, exercising and family time by walking along
the trail and stopping at each page to find out what happens next. A
suggested movement will also be listed. The trail begins on the path by the
playground, south of the parking lot. Stories change every month. This
program is open to the public and no registration is necessary.
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