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Beginning Electric Guitar
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Let that rock star out! Receive guidance from a musician who’s been playing from a very young age. Learn how to hold this 6-stringed instrument and pick correctly. Then, start to practice chords and use a 5-finger scale. Strum with rhythm and musicality. By the end, you’ll be more comfortable…
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Backpacking & Travel Basics w/ REI
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Ready to step away from everyday life and start exploring? This program combines smart travel planning with practical outdoor skills so you can feel confident on any trip, whether you’re heading into the wilderness or taking a simple getaway. Learn how to pack with purpose, prioritize your plans, and use…
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Soul Cafe: Recharge Routine
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Ever catch yourself saying “I’m so tired” all the time? Come reframe the way you think about having low energy! Recharge your mind and body by mapping out your personal energy battery to discover what drains you and what helps you recharge throughout the day. Debunk common sleep myths including…
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Oil Pastels: Faces & Hair w/ Lucy, Bridge Student
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When inspiration comes, oil pastels can be used easily for quick sketching or painting since they are similar to oil paints but they don’t harden or dry completely like paint and are easier to use. Use this medium to add texture and vibrant colors to your drawings. Sketch a facial…
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Handmade Book Bouquets
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Repurpose vintage books into charming floral vases! Carefully hollow half the pages of an old book with a craft knife while counting pages to create evenly spaced sections. Fold these sections inward to form pockets for flowers, then fill them with your favorite faux blooms to create a literary-inspired decor…
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STEM: Scavenger Hunt w/ Moraine Valley Community College
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Do you have what it takes to figure out a few mysteries? Think escape room meets scavenger hunt. Tap into that problem-solving part of your brain and work on a team to tackle STEM-related challenges. Don’t forget your creativity because you’ll need to think outside the box. Let’s see if…
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Artisan Soaps w/ The Soaproom
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Handcraft your own nourishing soap! The Soaproom elevates the overall cleansing experience using luxurious and purposeful ingredients within their soap formulas. Craft two custom soap bars using the beginner-friendly melt-and-pour technique to elevate your at-home cleansing routine. Choose from skin-loving additives like oatmeal, clay, and gentle oils, plus a variety…
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Gearheads: Electric Cars w/ Tesla
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Electric cars are becoming more and more of a popular thing! Tesla is coming to The Bridge, and they’re bringing not one but TWO of their cars for you to check out. These cars can go from 0-60 MPH in 1.99 seconds! You’ll get to hear about how that’s possible,…
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Culinary: DIY Coffee Drinks w/ The Crawler Brewing Co.
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Espresso yourself! Meet The Crawler Brewing Co., a mobile coffee company dedicated to crafting excellence from farm to cup. Experiment with flavors by creating your very own iced or hot coffee drinks! Infuse your drinks with unique varieties of syrups, sauces, and toppings. Classic flavors are mocha, caramel, hazelnut, vanilla,…
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Open Art Studio & Hideaway Hangout
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Cool off at The Bridge and head over to the Art Studio! Grab a sketchbook from the wall, embroider a summer pattern, or simply hang out and sip on an organic flavored tea (available for purchase from our lovely Café!). Feel free to hang out in The Hideaway too -…
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Acrylic Painted Sunsets w/ Paintin & Poppin Traveling Paint Parties
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If you’re missing the sun during this long Chicago winter, why not bring it to life on canvas? Paint bold and colorful sunset scenes! Learn how to blend warm and cool tones and layer acrylic paint to create glowing skies, soft clouds, and shimmering horizons. Acrylics dry fast, letting you…
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Project Serve: Thrift Store
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Give back to The Bridge! Show your heart of service by helping out at The Bridge Thrift Store, which supports all the free programs you and your friends enjoy at the teen center. Also, thrift stores are an important part of a community because they encourage repurposing and provide goods…
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Culinary: Valentine's Day Cupcakes
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Do we even have to describe this? Watch and learn how to bake Valentine’s Day cupcakes in the oven with sweet, festive flavors and fun frosting. You’ll see how simple techniques can turn basic batter into adorable treats perfect for the season. Finish things off by topping your cupcakes with…
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St. Patrick's Day Button Art
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Unleash your inner crafter! Create a festive St. Patrick’s Day scene by gluing colorful buttons together on a canvas. Design your own pot of gold, a cheerful leprechaun, or craft a bright shamrock to bring a little extra luck to your artwork. Use fun textures to add dimension and charm.…
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Garage Hangout & Healthy Bite-Sized Snacks
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Release that energy and play all of the games in the Garage! Who’s up for ping pong, foosball, skee-ball or air hockey? Our video game area will also be open so you can play PlayStation or Xbox. Not enough fun? We will also be setting up a tasty AND healthy…
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