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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating (13 + Years)
DESCRIPTION:THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON NOVEMBER 18!\nLearn the Art of Cookie Decorating!\nCurious about cookie decorating? This class is the sweetest place to start! No experience? No problem. We’ll guide you step by step\, and all supplies are included. Just bring your creativity\, a playful spirit\, and maybe a sweet tooth. \nIn this beginner-friendly class\, you’ll dive into the colorful world of royal icing. First\, we’ll explore the basics of piping. Next\, you’ll practice outlining and flooding with ease. Then comes the fun part – decorating! You’ll design six beautiful\, themed cookies to take home\, show off\, or devour. \nBut don’t worry – it’s not all serious. We keep the pace relaxed and the atmosphere light. Each cookie is a new chance to experiment. You’ll discover how to hold your piping bag like a pro\, make clean outlines\, and fill cookies with smooth\, glossy icing. With every cookie\, your confidence will grow. \nThe best part? This class is all about fun. Come solo for a relaxing creative break. Invite friends and make it a sweet little outing. Celebrate a special occasion or simply treat yourself to something new. Everyone leaves with cookies\, smiles\, and a sprinkle of pride. \nEdible Creations\nCookie decorating isn’t just about sugar and icing – it’s about joy. It’s about turning simple cookies into edible works of art. It’s about playing with color\, design\, and style while sharing laughter along the way. \nAnd once you’ve learned the basics\, you’ll be hooked. You’ll start spotting cookie inspiration everywhere – holidays\, birthdays\, or even a rainy afternoon at home. With your new skills\, you’ll be ready to decorate cookies that taste as amazing as they look. \nSo\, why wait? Grab a spot\, join the fun\, and discover the magic of cookie decorating. Sweet memories (and sweet treats) are waiting for you!  Ages 13 + \nOctober’s Theme: Haunted Hallows \nElizabeth Lindberg— The Cookie Garden \nBeth Lindberg is the owner and creative heart behind The Cookie Garden\, a whimsical\, sugar-inspired business that brings joy and artistry to the community through in-home cookie decorating parties and custom cookie bouquets. With a passion for creativity and connection\, Beth transforms cookies into edible works of art\, guiding people of all ages to decorate\, laugh\, and make memories together.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/cookie-decorating-october-21/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Heroes & Villains: Musical Theater Mini Camp
DESCRIPTION:Heroes & Villains\nWho will you be for the day—a fearless hero\, a misunderstood villain\, or something in between? In Heroes & Villains\, kids dive into the exciting world of larger-than-life characters and epic storytelling. \nThrough acting workshops\, students will create original scenes inspired by bold\, dynamic figures from stories like Harry Potter\, The Incredibles\, Maleficent\, Frozen\, and Percy Jackson—or any hero or villain they can dream up. Scenes are crafted using improvisation\, character exercises\, and creative collaboration in age-based groups. \nSinging and dancing sessions feature age-appropriate songs and choreography from musicals and movies that capture the drama\, power\, and energy of heroic journeys and villainous plots. \nThis camp welcomes all experience levels. Teaching artists work with each child to assess their current skills and help them progress in a supportive\, encouraging environment. It all culminates in a casual\, end-of-day demonstration where kids perform their scenes\, songs\, and dances. Expect adventure\, laughter\, and lots of imagination. \nNOTE: Kids will be divided up according to age. \n\nFriday\, October 24\, 2025 – Institute Day\nAges 7 to 14\nTime: 9am to 3pm \nPrice = $110\n\nInstructors: Jeremy Kruse\, Emmy Bjerre-Jensen and Carla Garippo\n \nJeremy Kruse\, acting teacher/director/Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio\, is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017). Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one. www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com  \n  \n  \n  \nEmmy Bjerre-Jensen is an experienced teacher in the classroom and on the stage. She has a bachelor’s in digital cinema and a master’s of education from DePaul University. A lifelong singer and performer\, Emmy has studied voice in a variety of styles and has helped students of all ages develop healthy\, confident singing techniques. Emmy has served as musical director on numerous musical theater productions and she is thrilled to be sharing her love of music\, theater\, and vocal performance with students of all ages and experience levels. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCarla Garippo\, dance teacher/choreographer\, received her professional dance training from Ruth Page Center for the Arts and was a principal dancer of The Ruth Page Civic Ballet Company of Chicago. She is fluent in Ballet\, Jazz\, Tap\, Hip-Hop\, Modern\, Lyrical\, Contemporary\, Poms\, Pointe\, Musical Theatre\, Stretch/Conditioning and Character. Some of Carla’s credits include: The Chicago Tribune Charities production of “The Nutcracker ” at The Arie Crown Theatre\, Dirty Dancing\, Carnaval at The Victor Hotel\, Dance Chicago\, MTVs Sweet 16\, as well as various music videos and concerts nationwide. Carla teaches dancers of all ages and levels and is excited to be a staff member at Gorton Drama Studio.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/musical-theater-mini-camp-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Camps,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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