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This semester is sponsored by: Summer doesn’t have to be boring! Bring meaning to your me off and build your future by joining the team of students serving at the NEW Bridge Thriſt Store. Feel good about giving back, gain valuable job readiness skills, and maintain a commied schedule (4 hours per week, vacaon/camp me granted) in a fun and creave work atmosphere. Posions will be available throughout the Summer. Interested students should email [email protected] for posion descripons and to schedule an interview. Open only to middle school and high school students with completed Student Membership Applicaon on file. Posions remaining for the summer include: 15555 S. 71st Court Orland Park, IL 60462 708.532.0500 thebridgeteencenter.org @TheBridgeTC THRIFTASTIC Summer have a Summer Student Service Program Christmas Elf The Librarian Fashionista Toy Guru Glassmaster Accessory Queen Sortmaster Creave Services Store Host The Banker June 2 Summer Kick-Off, Campfire & S’mores, Karaoke/Open Mic Night, Watermelon Challenge June 9 Crazy Socks & Sandals Night, Strobe Light Air Hockey Tourney w/ Double Identity & EF-5 (Pop/Rock) June 16 Rock & Roll Night/Antique Cars w/ As We Are (Rock) June 23 Mystery Night w/ Andy & Makayla (Acoustic) June 30 Trivia Night & Bean Bag Tourney, BBQ Taste Contest w/ One Shot Finch (Acoustic) July 7 Outdoor Movie Night & Ice Cream Competition July 14 Billiards Tourney & King of the Hill Game Night w/ LNYX (Electro-Pop) sponsored by: 7:30-10:30 pm 7TH -12TH GRADE ONLY Friday Nights are FREE with a completed student membership applicaon on file, $5 without. *No outside food or drinks are permied. July 21 Food Battles Art Studio: French Macaroons w/ Justin Gambino (Singer/Songwriter) FRIDAY July 28 Girls Night In Advanced Sign-Up Required SATURDAY July 29 Guys Night In Advanced Sign-Up Required August 4 Giant Game Night w/ The Magnifiers (Punk/Rock) August 11 Summer’s End Fest & Karaoke/Open Mic August 18 Art Studio Night/ Clash Your Colors August 25 Thumb Wrestling Championships w/ Scarlet White (Grunge/Rock) Supporter of live music nights. Celebrang a birthday on a Friday night at The Bridge? Reserve the private Celebraon Lounge for $10 per student (max 6) and get: of Orland Park frequently asked questions What is The Bridge Teen Center? We are a nonprofit community center for students in 7th-12th grade. We offer FREE programs and events (during aſterschool hours and on Friday nights) that are designed around the interests and needs of teens in the suburbs. How does a student become a member? To join, click on the “APPLY NOW” tab of our homepage. The Student Membership Application (SMA) can be completed online or a hard copy can be picked up in person. Students are required to fill out an SMA only once. Once that has been completed, signed by a parent/guardian, and approved by staff, students have unlimited access to all our free programs. How do I sign-up for programs? To sign up online for our FREE programs, click on “Programs” on our homepage. Pick the programs you want to aend and click “Sign up for this program”. Finish sign up by clicking the “shopping cart” icon on the top right. Then “check out” with your student ID and password. Please call us if you do not have your student login info. Are there residency restrictions? No. To date, we have served over 5,000+ different students from 128 communies. When are you open for students? Summer hours are 1:00-6:00 T, W & Th; 7:30-10:30 Friday nights. PROGRAM MAGAZINE SUMMER 2 01 7 Summer camps cost parents an average of $304 per week. Park district programs for teens can cost $75 or more each. The Bridge Teen Center is 100% FREE thanks to companies, foundaons and individuals like you in the community. Want to invest in the lives of local teens? Here’s how: DID YOU KNOW... OUR FREE PROGRAMS ARE SUPPORTED entirely by the community? 10-11AM - BRIDGE BASICS NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION 11-1PM - COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE + 7TH ANNIVERSARY Learn more by visiting TheBridgeTeenCenter.org. Online Summer program sign up will begin at 2pm on Saturday, June 3rd. signature events For details, contact us at 708.532.0500 or [email protected]. t-shirts cupcake tower bucket of root beer • Visit thebridgeteencenter.org/donate and contribute online. • Drop off your gently used items to The Bridge Thrift Store. • Volunteer your time (check out thebridgeteencenter.org/volunteer). • Support us each time you purchase on Amazon at smile.amazon.com. • To purchase an item from our Wish List, visit thebridgeteencenter.org/donate. Thank you for GIVING LOCAL in support of the teens and families we serve!

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This semester is sponsored by:

Summer doesn’t have to be boring! Bring meaning to your time off and build your future by joining the team of students serving at the NEW Bridge Thrift Store. Feel good about giving back, gain valuable job readiness skills, and maintain a committed schedule (4 hours per week, vacation/camp time granted) in a fun and creative work atmosphere.

Positions will be available throughout the Summer. Interested students should email [email protected] for position descriptions and to schedule an interview. Open only to middle school and high school students with completed Student Membership Application on file. Positions remaining for the summer include:

15555 S. 71st Court Orland Park, IL 60462 708.532.0500 thebridgeteencenter.org @TheBridgeTC

THRIFTASTICSummerh a v e a

Summer Student Service Program

Christmas ElfThe LibrarianFashionistaToy GuruGlassmaster

Accessory QueenSortmasterCreative ServicesStore HostThe Banker

June 2 Summer Kick-Off, Campfire & S’mores, Karaoke/Open Mic Night, Watermelon Challenge June 9 Crazy Socks & Sandals Night, Strobe Light Air Hockey Tourney w/ Double Identity & EF-5 (Pop/Rock) June 16 Rock & Roll Night/Antique Cars w/ As We Are (Rock) June 23 Mystery Night w/ Andy & Makayla (Acoustic) June 30 Trivia Night & Bean Bag Tourney, BBQ Taste Contest w/ One Shot Finch (Acoustic) July 7 Outdoor Movie Night & Ice Cream Competition July 14 Billiards Tourney & King of the Hill Game Night w/ LNYX (Electro-Pop)

sponsored by:

7:30-10:30pm

7TH -12TH GRADE ONLY

Friday Nights are FREE with a completed student membership application on file, $5 without.

*No outside food or drinks are permitted.

July 21 Food Battles

Art Studio: French Macaroons w/ Justin Gambino (Singer/Songwriter)

FRIDAY July 28

Girls Night In Advanced Sign-Up Required

SATURDAY July 29

Guys Night In Advanced Sign-Up Required

August 4 Giant Game Night

w/ The Magnifiers (Punk/Rock)

August 11 Summer’s End Fest &

Karaoke/Open Mic

August 18 Art Studio Night/ Clash Your Colors

August 25 Thumb Wrestling Championships

w/ Scarlet White (Grunge/Rock)

Supporter of live music nights.

Celebrating a birthday on a Friday night at The Bridge? Reserve the private Celebration Lounge for $10 per student (max 6) and get:

of Orland Park

f r e q u e n t ly a s k e d q u e s t i o n s

What is The Bridge Teen Center?We are a nonprofit community center for students in 7th-12th grade. We offer FREE programs and events (during afterschool hours and on Friday nights) that are designed around the interests and needs of teens in the suburbs.

How does a student become a member?To join, click on the “APPLY NOW” tab of our homepage. The Student Membership Application (SMA) can be completed online or a hard copy can be picked up in person. Students are required to fill out an SMA only once. Once that has been completed, signed by a parent/guardian, and approved by staff, students have unlimited access to all our free programs.

How do I sign-up for programs?To sign up online for our FREE programs, click on “Programs” on our homepage. Pick the programs you want to attend and click “Sign up for this program”. Finish sign up by clicking the “shopping cart” icon on the top right. Then “check out” with your student ID and password. Please call us if you do not have your student login info.

Are there residency restrictions?No. To date, we have served over 5,000+ different students from 128 communities.

When are you open for students?Summer hours are 1:00-6:00 T, W & Th; 7:30-10:30 Friday nights.

P R O G R A M M A G A Z I N E

SUMMER 2017

Summer camps cost parents an average of $304 per week. Park district programs for teens can cost $75 or more each. The Bridge Teen Center is 100% FREE thanks to companies, foundations and individuals like you in the community.

Want to invest in the lives of local teens? Here’s how:

DID YOU KNOW... OUR FREE PROGRAMS ARE SUPPORTED entirely by the community?

10-11AM - BRIDGE BASICSNEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

11-1PM - COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE + 7TH ANNIVERSARY

Learn more by visiting TheBridgeTeenCenter.org.

Online Summer program sign up will begin at 2pm on Saturday, June 3rd.

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For details, contact us at 708.532.0500 or [email protected].

t-shirts cupcake tower bucket of root beer

• Visit thebridgeteencenter.org/donate and contribute online.• Drop off your gently used items to The Bridge Thrift Store. • Volunteer your time (check out thebridgeteencenter.org/volunteer). • Support us each time you purchase on Amazon at smile.amazon.com.• To purchase an item from our Wish List, visit thebridgeteencenter.org/donate.

Thank you for GIVING LOCAL in support of the teens and families we serve!

June 6 (Tues., 1:30-2:30)PLANTING HERBS IN A BAG w/ University of Illinois ExtensionMake your own mini greenhouse out of a bag and potting soil with chive or basil seeds that will make delicious additions to any dish. June 6 (Tues., 3:00-4:30)CULINARY: BACKYARD BARBECUE (GUYS ONLY) w/Chef Jesus RodriguezFire up the grill! Cook all your favorite summer grilled meats, veggies, and even fruit. June 6 (Tues., TBA)LADIES’ DAY: MOVIES (GIRLS ONLY) w/PriscillaTake a trip to the movie theatre to see the newly released Wonder Woman, The Bridge Founder’s favorite superhero. June 7 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)HOW TO START A BLOGBlogging has become a big business. Share your thoughts, interests or hobbies with the world! Choose a blogging platform, domain name, and branding for your new site. June 8 (Thurs., 1:30-2:30)MAKE A PATTERN IN ILLUSTRATOR w/LyndseyDesign a repeating surface pattern by sketching, scanning, creating a custom color palette, and using the digital pattern-generating tools in Adobe Illustrator. June 8 (Thurs., 2:00-5:00)GO KARTS & GAMES (MS ONLY) w/Gizmo’s Fun FactoryChallenge a friend to a go-kart race, laser tag, rock climbing, zip lining, and more! June 8 (Thurs., 3:00-4:00)DIY BEADED WIND CHIMEListen to the tinkling sounds in the summer breeze with your unique wind chime created with glass beads. June 13 (Tues., 1:30-3:00)CULINARY: CAKE DECORATING & SCULPTING w/Nothing Bundt CakesCreate delectable cake sculptures and learn professional piping and frosting techniques. Work with fondant and their signature butter cream frosting. Perfect for any celebration! June 13 (Tues., 3:00-4:00)SOUL CAFÉ: STAYING POSITIVE w/Mrs. Vernon HillsHear from someone who’s been through some tough stuff and be inspired by her story about staying strong and positive.

June 13 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREGive back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store. Community service hours will be given.

June 14 (Wed., 1:30-2:30)PROJECT SERVE: BEAN BAG TOURNAMENT w/Smith CrossingSpend quality time and engage in some friendly competition with those who are older and wiser.

June 14 (Wed., 2:00-4:00)DESTINATION PAINTING w/Art-a-la-CarteTravel to a nearby forest preserve with a canvas and paintbrush in hand to paint the great outdoors. June 14 (Wed., 4:15-5:45)GIFT FOR DAD: DIY SALSASpice up Father’s Day! Make your own batch of custom salsa as a gift for Dad and enjoy it together. June 15 (Thurs., 1:30-2:30)DRAWING WITH COLORMix and layer colors with consistent texture and visual effect for a vibrant work of art. Apply color theory to achieve amazing color combinations. June 15 (Thurs., 3:00-4:30)CULINARY: KITCHEN #SKILLS w/Joliet Junior CollegeTest your kitchen skills and practice with an expert at your side. Master flipping an omelet or veggies and collect culinary “how to’s” to wow your family. June 15 (Thurs., 3:30-6:00)CANYON HIKE w/Sagawau Environmental CenterVisit the only natural canyon in Cook County for a scenic outdoor hike. Make some trail mix before you head out! June 20 (Tues., 1:30-3:30)HANDYMAN: GIANT TIC TAC TOEAdd to The Bridge’s collection of giant games by hand-crafting a wooden Tic Tac Toe to use on Friday nights. June 20 (Tues., 2:30-3:30)RUBIK’S CUBE COMPETITIONDiscover the secret strategies to solving a Rubik’s cube and compete to become The Bridge Champion!

June 20 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)CAPTURE THE FLAG w/CarMaxPlay this classic outdoor game with fun people and new friends. Make this a summertime favorite! June 20 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)DIY SUMMER BEACH BAG w/American Sewing GuildSew your own fabric beach bag that will fit your towel, sunglasses, and keep your valuables sand-free. June 21 (Wed., 2:30-4:00)INTRO TO ACOUSTIC GUITARPractice basic chords, learn how to tune your strings, and read sheet music to play a song. Don’t have a guitar? We’ve got you covered. June 21 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: EDIBLE BOWLS w/Karla Temple, RDCreate a parmesan cheese bowl for your salad or a cookie bowl for your ice cream. Make bowls you can eat! June 22 (Thurs., 1:30-3:30)OPEN STUDIO: FLOAT YOUR BOATWork with a team to engineer and build a boat from materials like cardboard, foil, and Legos. June 22 (Thurs., 2:00-3:30)#SKILLS SPORTS: VOLLEYBALL SERVEWork on your overhead and underhand serves with Bridge volunteer who has been perfecting his volleyball skills for over 10 years. June 22 (Thurs., 4:00-5:00)SOUL CAFÉ: ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDSDo you want to be known for making empty promises or actually following through on them? Take steps to intentionally build a healthy reputation and grow in your true character. June 27 (Tues., 1:30-2:30)WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE: AN EVENT PLANNERFrom brainstorming ideas to figuring out all the details, plan a surprise birthday or graduation party for a friend. Gain this knowledge from a professional planner. June 27 (Tues., 3:00-4:00)REPURPOSE YOUR JEANSGot some worn out jeans? Repurpose them into a cell phone holder or a fun container for your accessories. Jeans provided. June 27 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)COMPUTER SCIENCE: WEB DESIGNExplore the foundational pieces of building a website- coding, hosting, and incorporating designs. By the end, you’ll have a fully-functional website. All levels welcome. June 28 (Wed., 1:30-2:30)DIY FAIRY GARDENS w/Jade, Bridge StudentDesign a mini garden with live plants, stones, and miniature props. See where your imagination takes you!

June 28 (Wed., 2:00-3:30)CULINARY: SAUSAGE EGG PIE w/JewelSpice up your breakfast routine with a delicious baked egg dish that will fuel you through the day.

June 28 (Wed., 2:00-5:00)ROCK CLIMBING w/Trinity Christian CollegeTest your upper body strength & mental strategy as you climb a rock wall. Also, get a sneak peek of a college campus. June 29 (Thurs., 1:30-3:00)CULINARY: CHICKEN PARMESAN WRAPS w/Sarah Ventrella CFCSEnjoy the cheesy, saucy, comforting flavors in a toasty, healthy wrap. Customize your wrap to include all your favorites. June 29 (Thurs., 3:00-4:00)SCREENPLAY WRITING & ACTING w/Mandi, Bridge StudentLearn from a student who wrote a one-act play and then get your feet wet with some improv. June 29 (Thurs., 3:30-4:30)DIY SKINCARE: MUD MASKSCelebrate International Mud Day! Get clear glowing skin with this facial that uses nature’s most purifying ingredients. June 29 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)PROJECT SERVE: NATURE TRAIL LITTER PICKConserve and protect the environment by picking up litter along a trail at a local forest preserve. Community service hours will be given. July 5 (Wed., 2:00-4:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREGive back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store. Community service hours will be given.

July 5 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)NACHO BAR & BEAN BAG TOURNAMENTHang out with friends and play a game of bean bags. Take a break to enjoy some cheesy, delicious nachos. July 6 (Thurs., 2:30-3:30)HONEY OATMEAL HANDMADE SOAPEmbrace the natural qualities of honey and oatmeal to soothe and soften your skin. Make great smelling soap with all good-for-you ingredients! July 6 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)YOGA IN THE PARKBe calmer and healthier by practicing basic yoga in the fresh summer air.

July 11 (Tues., 1:30-3:30)OPEN STUDIO: BIRD FEEDER Work with a team to design and engineer a unique bird feeder using plastic bottles, popsicle sticks, tea cups and more. July 12 (Wed., 1:30-2:30)CRUELTY-FREE MAKE-UPTry some cosmetics that have not been tested on animals and learn why you should be aware of the ethics behind this issue. July 12 (Wed., 3:00-4:00)DRAGONS & LIZARDS w/Lyndsey & AmberMeet Marty the leopard gecko & Carlo the bearded dragon. They are friendly and unique pets, so don’t miss out! July 13 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)PROJECT SERVE: PAWS ANIMAL SHELTERSpend the afternoon caring for the furry friends at a local animal shelter. Community service hours will be given.

July 11 & 18 (Tues., 2:30-4:00)SELF-DEFENSE Want to learn from the best? A 10-year Army Combative Instructor will teach you how to build confidence and defend yourself and others against harm. July 11 (Tues., 3:30-4:30)PAINTING ON WATER w/Art-a-la-CarteCreate a colorful marbled pattern by painting on water and then transferring your artwork onto paper. July 11 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)HANDYMAN: LAY A TILE FLOOR w/T & C Tile Mix a bucket of thinset mortar, use a trowel and floor spacers when applying ceramic tiles, and finish with grout. Learn the practical skill of tile installation for your future home or art projects.

July 12 (Wed., 2:00-5:30)SCUBA DIVING (HS ONLY) w/Scuba EmporiumExperience the “weightless” exhilaration of breathing underwater. You must be in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable swimming. Signed waiver required.

July 12 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: FRESH HOMEMADE PASTA w/Chef Rachel DauYou’ll taste the difference with fresh pasta you’ll knead by hand and make with a professional pasta machine. July 13 (Thurs., 1:30-2:30)CYBER SECURITY w/ProtivitiIT Security is the fastest-growing job market. Discover how coding works, experience a few computer tricks that can protect your accounts, and find out what it’s like to be an IT consultant for a huge security company. July 13 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD w/Granite CityDiscover unique flavor combinations you can make at home! Your taste buds will love the different textures and spices they offer. July 13 (Thurs., 5:00-6:00)ADVANCED WRITING: HOOK A READERCaptivate your readers (and potential publishers and editors!) with your story’s beginning to get people reading your work.

July 18 (Tues., 3:30-4:30)DIY: COMIC CRAFT Customize magnets for your fridge or a picture frame that pays tribute to your favorite superhero.

July 18 (Tues., 4:30-6:00)AROUND THE WORLD: JAPANESE BOOKBINDINGBookbinding is an artistic craft with great antiquity and cultural significance. Bind together a notebook with unique designs stitched along the spine with colored thread. July 19 (Wed., 1:30-3:30)BEHIND THE SCENES: TRADER JOE’SSee what goes on at your local neighborhood grocery store as you experience the chill of the walk-in freezer and sample some of TJ’s signature items. July 19 (Wed., 3:00-4:00)BREWING TEA LEAVES w/Harvest RoomDiscover the art of brewing loose teas. Make your own blend with dried fruits, herbs, and flowers. July 19 (Wed., 4:30-5:30)YOU’RE TOO AWESOME TO SETTLE w/Mandi (GIRLS ONLY)Calling all the single ladies! Choose to enjoy the journey of self-discovery and hear why you should never settle in who you date. July 20 (Thurs., 3:00-4:30)CULINARY: HERB-CRUSTED SALMON w/ The Cheesecake FactoryCelebrate summer with a delicious salmon recipe and enjoy a piece of cheesecake for dessert. July 20 (Thurs., 3:00-5:00)CLIMB THE SWALLOW CLIFF STAIRSHave a workout adventure by climbing the 128 steps and enjoying a hike at the most popular outdoor exercise place in the southwest suburbs. Think you can conquer it? July 20 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)COMPUTER SCIENCE: DATABASE PLATFORMSDatabases aren’t dull! Learn how to add, update, delete, and display data that can help you on school projects and in your future career. July 25 (Tues., 1:30-2:30)CULINARY: TIRAMISU (HS ONLY)Craft this popular Italian dessert using sweet mascarpone custard, ladyfingers dipped in coffee, and dusted with cocoa. July 25 (Tues., 2:00-4:00)#SKILLS SPORTS: GOLF SWING w/Silver Lake Country ClubLearn from the pros the proper way to hold a golf club, get in the right position, and practice the movements for a better golf swing and a hole-in-one! July 25 (Tues., 3:00-5:00)EMBROIDERED CANVAS ARTStitch your own design or reproduce an image into a canvas. It could be just the thing your room needs to show off your style!

July 25 (Tues., 4:00-5:00)DIY POCKET SQUARES (GUYS ONLY)Nothing says “classy” like a dapper men’s suit with a fabric pocket square. You’ll be dressed to impress! July 26 (Wed., 1:30-3:30)PROJECT SERVE: TREASURE CHEST FOUNDATIONBring joy to children fighting cancer by sorting and packaging toys at this local non-profit. Community service hours will be given.

July 26 (Wed., 2:00-3:30)HOW TO BE A ONE-MAN BAND w/Matt BaileyDo you play an instrument, but want to play more? See and hear this professional musician simultaneously sing and play the guitar, drums, and harmonica. This is an advanced music program.

July 26 (Wed., 4:00-5:00)HOW YOUR BRAIN WORKS w/Advocate Christ Hospital“You only use 10% of your brain” is a myth! Discover the neuroscience of how your brain keeps you alive, controls your emotions and decisions, and stores your memories. July 27 (Thurs., 1:30-4:00)BTS: CAR DEALERSHIP w/BettenhausenInterested in owning a car one day? Get a tour of the show room, check out the mechanics’ service department, and sit inside a few sports cars. July 27 (Thurs., 2:00-3:30)VINTAGE PHOTOGRAPHY w/Wehmeier PortraitsHow did photography work before everything was digital? Bring back the lost art of loading film into a camera and see how photography has evolved.

July 27 (Thurs., 4:00-5:00)CACTUS ROCK ARTWant to own a cactus without the upkeep it takes to keep it alive? Paint smooth stones to make a look-alike cactus in a mini terra cotta pot.

August 1 (Tues., 1:30-3:00)DIY CUSTOM STAMPED PENCILSGo back to school with a positive mindset and unique pencils hand-stamped by you. August 2 (Wed., 1:30-2:30)HIGH SCHOOL MEET N’ GREET (HS ONLY)Meet new people from your school, compare schedules, and hang out while making your own iced caffe latte. August 3 (Thurs., 1:30-2:30)ORGANIZE YOUR TIME w/Intellect Learning CenterLearn how to effectively manage your time, tasks, and extracurricular activities and incorporate self-care for a stress-free start to the school year. August 3 (Thurs., 3:00-4:00)MIDDLE SCHOOL MEET N’ GREET (MS ONLY)Meet new people from your school, compare schedules, and hang out while making your own root beer float.

August 1 (Tues., 2:00-3:30)OPEN STUDIO: 3D ARTDesign your own three-dimensional sculpture with fantastically unusual items and attach them to canvas. It will be a one-of-a-kind work of art! August 2 (Wed., 2:30-3:30)ICE CREAM SANDWICHES & BINGOBite into an ice cream sandwich while playing a competitive game of BINGO. Bring a friend! August 2 (Wed., 3:30-5:00)UKULELEThis Hawaiian instrument has taken off in popularity and it’s the perfect instrument to learn this summer. All levels welcome. August 3 (Thurs., 1:30-4:30)OUTDOOR EXPEDITIONS (HS ONLY)Go fishing, experience archery and paddling, and contribute to environmental conservation while meeting hundreds of other teens. This is an advanced fitness program. August 3 (Thurs., 5:00-6:00)ADVANCED WRITING: CREATING STRONG SCENESWriting a short story or novel? Determine the issues that make scenes strong or weak before they become roadblocks in your writing. August 8 (Tues., 2:00-3:30)FASHION MOOD BOARDS w/The Leading ImageArrange a mood board with pictures, materials, and pieces of text that convey style in a fashion show, led by a professional stylist!

August 8 (Tues., 3:00-4:30)CULINARY: OUTRAGEOUS DONUTS w/WiltonGo beyond the glazed and sprinkled variety and get creative with crazy, yet delicious donuts! August 8 (Tues., 4:00-5:15)HANDYMAN: ROOFING w/Lunsford ConstructionPractice applying roof shingles in this hands-on program using materials and laying techniques that make a durable, safe roof for a home or a dog house. August 9 (Wed., 2:30-5:00)BEHIND THE SCENES: PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE w/Moraine Valley Community CollegeSee all that it takes to successfully put on a play or musical performance. Test the soundboard and stage lights and raise the curtain.

August 9 (Wed., 3:00-4:00)GRAPHIC DESIGN w/EstherHear from a graphic designer how to create a logo that stands out from the crowd. Learn about typography, mockup sketches, and how to use Adobe Creative Suite.

August 9 (Wed., 5:00-6:30)LEAD U ALUMNI DINNER Celebrate completing one or more Lead U pods at a special dinner with community leaders and Bridge Lead U alumni. Open to current and past Lead U participants only.

August 15 (Tues., 3:45-4:45)BANANA SPLIT SUNDAES & BANANAGRAMSIce cream, bananas, fudge, and a cherry on top! Bring a friend and have a sweet time. August 15 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)TRAIN YOUR BRAIN: ATTENTION & FOCUS w/SylvanEasily distracted? Discover how to prioritize, stay focused, and develop a new mindset for the upcoming school year! August 16 (Wed., 3:30-4:30)HALFTONE DOT PAINTINGTransform an image into a style that you might recognize from comics and posters with a painting technique that uses varying small dots and shading.

August 17 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREGive back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store. Community service hours will be given.

August 17 (Thurs., 4:30-5:30)DIY SKINCARE: FACIAL HIGHLIGHTERKeep that summer glow with cleansing rosewater made with fresh rose petals and a chemical-free highlighter using luminizing mica mineral powder.

August 22 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: AVOCADO TOAST RECIPESAvocados are super trendy and you can eat them so many ways. Try it on toast with other great ingredients for a tasty breakfast you won’t ever get tired of eating. August 22 (Tues., 4:15-5:45)#SKILLS SPORTS: SOCCER FOOTWORK w/ JustinDo you love the energy, intensity and competition of the World Cup? Improve your dribbling skills and ball control and experience footwork drills from a former college soccer player.

August 23 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: NEIGHBORHOOD LITTER PICKClean the surrounding property and help preserve it for years to come! Community service hours will be given. August 24 (Thurs., 4:30-5:30)#SKILLS: SKATEBOARD OLLIE w/ T J, Bridge StudentJump into the air hands-free with your skateboard and learn other skateboarding tricks. Bring your skateboard and protective gear if you have them!

Wed., June 7Thurs., June 22Thurs., July 6

3:00-4:00Enjoy a tasty & healthy treat that you can feel good about!

No RSVP required.

Drop In: Smoothie Station

Tues., July 18Tues., Aug 1Wed., Aug 16

June

Our free programs are organized into

5 buckets: MIND/ BODY

EVERYDAY LIFE

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

EXPRESSIVE ARTS

June/July july/august

Tues., June 6 NATIONAL YO-YO DAY Thurs., June 8BEST FRIENDS DAY Tues., June 27 SUNGLASSES DAY Thurs., June 29INTERNATIONAL MUD DAY Thurs., July 13 BARBERSHOP MUSIC APPRECIATION DAY

Need a Reason to Celebrate?

Thurs., July 20NATIONAL LOLLIPOP DAY Tues., July 25THREADING THE NEEDLE DAY Wed., August 2NATIONAL ICE CREAM SANDWICH DAY Thurs., August 17NATIONAL THRIFT SHOP DAY (Student discount given)

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Recording Studio

Hey, High School Students! Are you interested in recording music, video editing,

photo editing, or desktop publishing? Reserve time in our multimedia studio.

Contact us at 708.532.0500 or [email protected] to sign-up.