Arrow Academy – Mini Music Makers (ages 5-7) - $75

A creative introduction to the keyboard to explore your child's love of music! Parents attend class with their child, so you and your student will both enjoy exciting activities including singing, listening, movement, rhythm, sound and beginning activities at the keyboard. You will receive reminders and communications directly from Arrow Academy of Music. Registration Deadline: September 25, January 7

Babysitting Clinic with ISU Extension/4H (ages 10 and up) - $40   

Participants will learn about the responsibilities of a babysitter, what employers expect, and how to care for infants and toddlers.  There will also be guest speakers teaching on the subjects of age appropriate toys and activities, safety, and basic first aid.  All participants receive a book filled with information about childcare as well as a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Lunch is provided.  Min 6/Max 20.   Instructor: Class taught in conjunction with ISU Extension and Outreach. Registration Deadlines: October 23, February 12

Beginner Roller Skate (ages 5-17) - $85

Learn the basics of roller skating (Stop, stride, getting up and bending down) Skate rental included if needed. Fee includes admission for open skate session ($11.99 value x 6), feel free to stay longer after your class to practice your skills. 2 make up practices allowed if needed. Registration Deadline: September 30, October 28, November 25, December 31, January 27

BU Dance – Hip-Hop (ages 7-13) - $65

If you are ready to try something new this is it! This class will focus on rhythm as well as energy and movement in the Hip Hop portion of this class. No experience required. Please come to class in athletic wear. Tap shoes are required for this class. Registration Deadline: September 26, October 31, January 2, January 30

BU Dance – JR Tumbling/Pom Pom (ages 8-13) - $65

This 30-minute class is Tumbling and Pom Pom. We will learn beginner - Intermate Tumbling skills along with Pom Technique. This class uses a Trampoline mat, Tumbling mats and low balance beam. Please come to class in tight fitting athletic wear with bare feet and your hair pulled up away from your face. Registration Deadline: September 26, November 1, January 2, January 30

BU Dance – Mini Tumbling (ages 5-7) - $65

This 30-minute class is Tumbling and Pom Pom. We will learn beginner - Intermate Tumbling skills along with Pom Technique. This class uses a Trampoline mat, Tumbling mats and low balance beam. Please come to class in tight fitting athletic wear with bare feet and your hair pulled up away from your face. Registration Deadlines: September 25, October 30, January 1, January 29

BU Dance – JR Mix Tap/Ballet/Jazz (ages 8-13) - $65

This fun packed class is for Ages 8-13 years old. We will learn basic skills in Tap, Jazz and Ballet. Every week is slightly different. We will use many different props and songs to keep your Kiddo moving with this energetic class! Please come to class in tight fitting athletic wear with your hair pulled up away from your face. Tap shoes are required for this class. Registration Deadline: September 25, November 1, January 2, January 30

Cookies for Santa (ages 3-8) - $15

Everyone knows that Santa loves COOKIES!! Join us as we decorate cookies for Santa. Please bring a container to take treats home. Parental supervision required. Fee is for child only, parents are free. Please register child only. Staff Instructor. Registration Deadline: December 2

Family Archery Class (child Must Be Over 8) - $26

Archery, Give it a "shot". Have you thought about trying archery, but you don't have any equipment? Come to the archery facility at Raccoon River Park to give it a try. We will provide the bow, arrows, and instruction for you to try this exciting sport. One child and one adult per group. $26 fee is for both Adult and Child - please register under ADULT name and enter in child's name when prompted. Min 5/Max 10. Instructor: West Des Moines Parks and Recreation. Registration Deadline: September 28

Flashlight Candy Cane (ages 1-8) – FREE

It has been rumored someone has left candy canes and candy on the grounds around Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park! Bring your bag and flashlight and come help us find them all! After collecting all the candy, enjoy hot cocoa from the patio. Parents must accompany children, please register child only. Dress according to the weather. This event will take place strictly outdoors. Registration Deadline: November 25

Goblin Eggs - $10 

Goblins have been spotted in Urbandale! They have left behind a nest full of Goblin Eggs. We need to deliver them to a brave group of children that are willing to eliminate the contents of the eggs. A bag of Goblin Eggs will be dropped off on your doorstep on Friday, October 27, at a cost of $10 per bag. Once you receive these Goblin Eggs you must open them before Wednesday, November 1, or they could hatch and take over your house. Delivery is limited to LESS than 5.0 miles from Urbandale City Hall (3600 86th Street). Eggs will be delivered between 8:00am-4:00pm, barring any weather delays. If you have controlled access to your front door (apartment or condo), or live outside the 5.0 mile radius, please plan to pick up your eggs at the Parks and Recreation office on Friday, October 27. Disclaimer: The contents of these eggs are not Goblin related. We would like to drop off some eggs to you in case you are not able to enjoy beggars night! Register here for Goblin Eggs.

Holiday Craft Kits (ages 10 and under) - $15

We will supply all the materials for 4 holiday crafts to your doorstep! Choose one or all four holiday craft kits! Delivery is limited to LESS than 5.0 miles from Urbandale City Hall (3600 86th Street). Kits will be delivered by 5 PM, barring any weather delays. If you have controlled access to your front door (apartment or condo), or live outside the 5.0 mile limit, please plan to pick up your kit at the Parks and Recreation office on each given day. Max 20 kits per holiday. Registration Deadline: October 20, November 15, December 15, February 2

Hooray for Halloween! (ages 10 and under) - $15

Come to the Giovannetti Community Shelter for a spooktacular night! Children should dress in their favorite costumes and bring a sack for trick or treat candy! We will make Halloween crafts, decorate Halloween cookies and play Halloween games!! Registration Deadline: October 23

Kids Spa - Arts & Crafts (ages 7-12) - $45

Join us for this beginner friendly class making homemade bath and beauty products! Your child will learn a variety of techniques they can use to create DIY bath products that are as beautiful as they are useful. We will create: Soaps, body spray and Lip Balms. All supplies, materials and a snack provided! Min. 3 - Max 10.  Instructor: Alex Lihs. Registration Deadline: December 20

Magicamp! Parent/Child Magiclass (ages 6-15) - $40

The most fun parent/child experience on the planet! Professional magician LEE COLE will amaze you, then SHARE HIS SECRETS! Magiclass is great for your brain and funny bone. All skill levels welcome, all supplies provided. You’ll learn how to entertain & amaze your friends, family, and classmates with magic that you can do anywhere, at any time and for the rest of your life. Sign up today for a magical Saturday morning! Min 3 / Max 15. Registration Deadline: October 7 and January 6

Martial Arts (ages 8+) 

Join Jim Douglas, sixth-degree black belt and Master Instructor. Learn a traditional martial art that stresses self-defense, physical fitness, self-control and discipline. This is full martial arts incorporating principles from karate, hap ki do, tae kwon do and kempo. The program is for ages 8 and above and the techniques taught are adaptable to any age or physical level. Program for Join Jim Douglas, 6th degree black belt and Master Instructor. Learn a traditional martial art that stresses self-defense, physical fitness, self-control and discipline. This is full martial arts incorporating principles from karate, hap ki do, tae kwon do and kempo. The program is for ages 8 and above and the techniques taught are adaptable to any age or physical level. Program for Beginners or Advanced. This is what makes this program different from other martial arts programs! This is a year-round program and you may join anytime. Maximum 30 participants per month. NO CLASS: December 25.  Registration Deadline: September 27, October 25, November 29, December 27, January 31, February 28

Princesses in the Park! (ages 2-10) - $25

Come to the park and have a tea party with your special adult! We will provide lemonade (tea), cookies, and a craft for everyone to do with their favorite princess! Bring a camera along to take pictures with, and feel free to dress up like your favorite character as well. Registration Deadline: October 28 and February 3

Real Food 4 Kids Cooking Club (ages 6-12) - $20

Join us for weekly hands-on cooking classes for kids! We work as a group to make a couple of recipes and eat our creations at the end of class. Kids learn about different ingredients and new techniques to develop confidence in the kitchen! Types of food we will make: snacks, such as energy bites or smoothies, veggies & dips, we practice proper chopping techniques with kid-safe knives, Simple meals such as pasta dishes, soups, ramen, or pancakes, more advanced techniques such as homemade wontons, spring rolls, or tortillas. Min 6/Max 12.  Instructor: Patty Loving.  Registration Deadlines: October 20, December 29

Sweetheart Dance - $20

This dance offers an opportunity for all parents/grandparents and children to make a special memory together. While a D.J. entertains the crowd with great music and fun, a variety of finger foods and desserts will be served during the festivities. Photos will be available at the dance for a small fee. Event fills quickly - please register early! Maximum 150 participants. Fee is PER PERSON. Please REGISTER ALL PARTICIPANTS. You will be mailed tickets one week before the event and must present them for admission into the dance. Registration Deadline: January 26

Sylvan – Bot Labs (ages 6-11)

Build robots. Build friendships. Build confidence! Come join us for our Robotics workshop that challenges students to bring their imagination to life by designing and programming robots using LEGO® bricks and award-winning WeDo™ software, each day is a different theme. Superhero School Safari Expedition Design Challenge Movie Set Adventure Space Adventure and Olympics. Registration Deadline: December 28

Sylvan – High School & College Prep: Reading - $199

Help your child read faster while increasing their comprehension skills. During this 12-hour course, the students will focus on: identifying habits that inhibit development of an adequate reading rate and practicing appropriate reading behaviors that help increase speed and efficiency. Students will see no less than a 5% increase in their effective reading rate. Perfect for both High School and College bound students. Registration Deadline: December 28

Sylvan – Lego Engineering (ages 6-11) - $99

During this course, your curious creator will use our structured curriculum taught by our trained instructors to learn the basic principles behind physical science and simple machines: gears, wheels, axles, levers and pulleys. Using LEGO® EDUCATION kits, your budding engineer will design models based on themes and they get to create their own designs too! Think CARS, SHIPS and all things THAT GO! Complete all 24 builds, and then move to our advanced course! Registration Deadline: December 26

Sylvan – STEMextravaganza (ages 6-11) - $99

Looking for a fun way to energize and excite your kiddo in STEM? Sign up for our weeklong Summer Sylvan STEM camp and introduce your kiddo to the world of STEM! Your student will be introduced to Coding, Robotics and Engineering! Your child will be engaged each day at their level of STEM skill with something different and exciting to keep their STEM curiosity growing! Registration Deadline: December 27 

Sylvan – Writer’s Workshop (ages 6-11) - $150

In this course, your child will have fun engaging in different writing styles and types. From blogs to persuasive pieces (haven’t you always wanted to hear exactly WHY they need a cell phone in 4th grade?!), your child will have time to get their creative juices flowing. This course will be taught by a Sylvan Certified Writing teacher who will arm your child with great foundational skills to back-to-school success. (or to beat summer boredom)  Registration Deadline: October 31

Sylvan – Math Word Problems? No Problem (grades 4-6) - $35

Does your child struggle with word problems? They are not alone! Attend this 2-hour session and come away with a simple 4 step strategy to successfully attack word problems! Registration Deadline: October 10

Tippi Toes – Baby Ballet (ages 2-3) - $95

This class is a wonderful transition between Toddler & Me and Ballet, Tap & Jazz class. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. The dancers do not have mom, dad or another loved one by their side during the class, so this class is great for children who will be able to participate in class on their own. Our teachers will keep the music and curriculum moving along in a way that is fun, positive and appropriate for children 2-3 years of age. NO CLASS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31. Registration Deadline: October 17

Tippi Toes – Ballet Tap & Jazz (ages 4-5) - $125

This class incorporates ballet, tap and jazz styles and technique while also encouraging self-expression and creativity. High-energy music is used throughout the class to get dancers moving, using their imagination, and having fun! NO CLASS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31.  Registration Deadline: October 17

Tippi Toes – Hip Hop/Poms (ages 6-8) - $155

Using popular and current music, the students start learning choreography quickly as well as various dance elements including isolations, jumps, turns, and current hip hop and poms techniques. Students in this class will work on formations, develop teamwork skills, build self-confidence and improve rhythm all in a fun environment. Our version of Hip Hop/Poms is extremely tasteful and clean, and our priority is offering age-appropriate material. NO CLASS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31.  Registration Deadline: October 17

Tippi Toes – Toddler & Me (ages 18 months – 3 years) – $95

Toddler & Me dance classes are for children 18 months up to the age of 3 years. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. This type of class includes mom or dad or another loved one participating in the class along with the little dancer. Our teachers will keep the music and curriculum moving along while parents take an active role in encouraging, supporting and keeping the little dancer on track. NO CLASS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31. Registration Deadline: October 17

Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating (ages 2-10) - $10

Decorate cookies for the holiday! Each child will take home the cookies that they decorate. Please bring a plastic storage container. Please register child ONLY. (Parent /guardian will need to be present to assist child with decorating.) Min 5 / Max. 20.  Registration Deadline: January 27

Wizard Arts & Crafts (ages 6-12) - $50

Calling all wizards (or muggles who want to be wizards)! This art class is JUST for you. On this special day we will make Wands, Magic Slime, Mini clay creatures, and Patronus Paintings! We will even enjoy a homemade butter beer and a snack! Min. 3 - Max 10.  Instructor: Alex Lihs. Registration Deadline: December 14

Painting with a Twist Afterschool Art

Afterschool Intermediate Art (grades 2-6) - $150

Over the course of the 5-week Intermediate Art session, we'll delve into the elements and principles of art, art history, color theory and mixing, famous painters, painting tools, and painting techniques, among other topics. Participants will complete several paintings that reflect what they've learned, and culminate in an end-of-term project showcasing all they've learned! Instructor: Painting With a Twist Staff.  Min: 3 / Max: 7. Snack and juice/water provided; all supplies included. Class size is limited; register early.  Registration Deadline: October 3

Afterschool Advanced Art (grades 2-6) - $150

Over the course of the 5-week Advanced Art session, we'll delve into the elements and principles of art, art history, color theory and mixing, famous painters, painting tools, and painting techniques, among other topics. Participants will complete several paintings that reflect what they've learned, and culminate in an end-of-term project showcasing all they've learned! Instructor: Painting With a Twist Staff.  Min: 3 / Max: 7.  Snack and juice/water provided; all supplies included. Class size is limited; register early.  Registration Deadline: November 14