Art, construction, and crafts are being offered at the Funhouse Commons throughout the summer. Classes are also offered as a companion program to the Afterschool Program during the school year.

These classes are sponsored by Orcas Park and Rec and taught by Lana Hickman. Her classes include elements of design, craft, and fine arts.

“Lana is an extremely talented and innovative artist who works wonders with the children creating a wide range of unusual and fantastical pieces,” say organizers.

In addition to the craft classes, throughout the year they offer nature study and science clinics that also allow opportunities to experiment and explore the workings of the natural world. To these classes, Hickman brings not only her expertise as an artist but also her professional training as a chemist.

Now running is an art class on Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 3 to 4:30 p.m., and the second part of puppet making on Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m. These classes are offered for drop-in visitors and are free to Funhouse members. To register, call 376-7177 or 376-7275.

Summer classes

Art with Lana: Exploring different art mediums, students will create pieces using wood, glass, and poster-board. Session II involves creating 3-D art and sculptures using found materials.

WHO:  Ages 6-12

WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays

Session II  August 4 – August 20, 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Inventor’s Workshop: Spend the week testing your imagination; conquer the building challenge using a range of provided materials. The goal is to build a working model that meets the challenge and demonstrates how well it accomplishes the goals.

WHO:  Ages 6-12

WHEN:  August 25 – August 28, 1:00 to 3:30 p.m.

FEE: $25

ENROLLMENT:  4-12 participants