After School Activity Guide
Bluegrass Youth Ballet
442 Southland Drive
(859) 271-4472
www.bluegrassyouthballet.org
The non-profit after-school program serves ages 3 through adults with creative movement, pre-ballet, eight levels of ballet, pointe, adult ballet, adult conditioning, contemporary dance, boys classes and performance opportunities. Piano and voice lessons are offered. Classes are located at our new location with 13,000-square-foot facility, including four studios, kitchen, music studios, dressing rooms, boutique, play area and plenty of room to sit and enjoy the viewing windows. BYB engages and inspires youth by providing access to the art of dance throughout our community.
The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning
251 W. Second St.
(859) 254-4175, ext. 21
www.carnegiecenterlex.org
Offers seasonal classes in reading, writing and math for children; tutoring for students grades K-12; story time, monthly Family Fun and Learning Nights; writing, publishing and language classes for adults; author readings and other literary arts-related events. Many classes and events are free, and wherever low-cost registration fees are required scholarships are available.
Explorium of Lexington
440 W. Short St. / (859) 258-3253
www.explorium.com
For more than 29 years, the Explorium of Lexington has offered hands-on exploration in science and the arts for kids of all ages. Enjoy favorite exhibits such as the Bubble Zone and Moonscape, or make your own art in the Explorium’s sketch pad. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
Lex. Children’s Theatre
418 W. Short St.
(859) 254-4546
www.lctonstage.org
LCT offers after-school theatre classes and workshops for children ages 2-18+. Classes are geared toward age groups and meet weekly during the fall, winter, spring and summer.
Living Arts & Science Center
362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.
(859) 252-5222
www.LASCLEX.org
With newly expanded building and programs, the LASC provides even more creative and unique classes, workshops, exhibits and family events. The LASC offers after-school classes on weekdays in various elementary schools and at the LASC location. Part- and full-day classes for K-12th grade students are offered 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on No-School Days for Fayette County. Morning, evening and Saturday activities are available for pre-school, K-12th and adults.
The Mad Potter
3385 Tates Creek Road
(859) 269-4591
www.themadpotter.biz
Creative fun for everyone, including pottery painting and glass fusing. The Mad Potter is a walk-in studio, no appointment necessary. Parties of 6 or more, please call ahead so that we can be ready for you. Look on-line for special Kids classes this fall. Birthday Parties after school are great at The Mad Potter, too.
YMCA of Central Kentucky
School Age Child Care Programs
Various Locations
ymcacky.org/afterschool
Through caring and qualified staff, creative curriculum and a child-centered approach, the Y provides a high-quality learning environment that enables all children to reach their full potential. Before and After School Care is available to children in grades K-8 at eight licensed on-site school locations, three YMCA locations, and one enrichment program held at the High Street YMCA. Full and part-week options are available. The program includes homework help, healthy snacks, physical activity, enrichment activities and the development of other skills. On-site swim lessons are available for programs held at all YMCA of Central Kentucky locations. Out of School Day Care is also available at four YMCA locations when schools are closed for holidays, snow days and in-service days. Some after school transportation options are also available. The Y is for everyone – no one is refused service based on inability to pay. Financial assistance is available.