This semester is sponsored by:

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

January 5 Cheese vs. Chocolate Showdown w/ The Long Lost (Folk/Indie) January 12 Doubles Pool Tourney & Karaoke/Open Mic January 19 Flannels & Frost w/ LNYX (Electronic) & Life of Carter (Alternative) January 26 Classic Game Show Night w/ 3 Below Green (Punk/Rock) February 2 Superbowl Fan Fest & Food Battle: Game Day Nachos w/ As We Are (Indie/Alternative) February 9 “Will It Bowl?” Bowling Bonanza w/ The Magnifiers (Punk/Rock) February 16 Bridge Winter Olympics & Rep Team USA w/ Danger Scene (Electronic/Alternative) February 23 Battle of the Bands & Art Studio: Vinyl Record Painting March 2 “Who Wore It Best?” Thrift Shop Edition w/ Andy & Makayla (Acoustic) March 9 March Madness Pick ‘Em & NBA 2k Tourney w/ Selfie & the Photobombs (Acoustic/Rock)

sponsored by:

7:30-10:30pm

7TH -12TH GRADE ONLY

March 16 “Staff vs. Students”

Luck o’ the Irish Game Night w/ At the Wayside (Pop/Rock)

March 23 Eggstravaganza/Egg the Staff

& DJ Night

March 30 CLOSED for Good Friday

April 6

Creative Building Contests w/ Logan Miller (Acoustic)

April 13 Camping Night - The Great Indoors w/ The Wanderers

(Alternative)

April 20 Donut Palooza w/ Safekept

(Alternative)

April 27 Karaoke Craziness &

“Can You Beat Shazam?”

May 4 Star Wars Trivia Night

& Art Studio: Galaxy Paintings

May 11 Game Triathlon & Karaoke/

Open Mic Night

May 18 “Something’s Fishy”

Mystery Night w/ Glass Pony (Eclectic Rock) & Ardent Life (Punk)

May 25 CLOSED for Memorial Day

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:

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 5,800+ different students from 128 communities.

When are you open for students?Winter/Spring hours are 2:00-6:00 T, W & Th; 7:30-10:30 Friday nights.

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

winter/spring

2018

For details, contact justin@thebridgeteencenter.org or call 708.532.0500.

T-shirts Cupcake Tower Bucket of Root Beer

Free Bus Transportation VISIT THEBRIDGETEENCENTER.ORG TO SIGN UP

Friday Nights are FREE with a completed student membership application on file, $5 without. Please complete a student membership application in advance by visiting thebridgeteencenter.org.

*No outside food or drinks are permitted.

Bring meaning to your community service hours and gain valuable job readiness skills by becoming part of The Bridge Teen Center’s “Thriftastic” student service program at The Bridge Thrift Store. Whether you are looking to build for your future or simply give back, short-term and long-term opportunities for students are available year-round. Open only to middle school and high school students. For more information, email volunteer@thebridgeteencenter.org or visit thebridgeteencenter.org/news/thriftastic.

Community Service &Job Readiness TrainingTHRIFTASTIC

Student Service

This semester is sponsored by:

The Bridge Thrift Store raises more than $250,000 per year for The Bridge Teen Center, and also provides job readiness training and ongoing service projects for students. We are always seeking volunteers and volunteer groups to help support the store. Please call 708.532.0500 or email volunteer@thebridgeteencenter.org if you are interested. Donations of gently used items are also accepted during store hours (M, W, F, S from 10-4; T, Th from 10-7).

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The Bridge Thrift Store 15605 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, IL 60462thebridgeteencenter.org/thrift | 708.614.6972

Art Studio open every Friday night

This activity is not sponsored by Kirby School District 140, any of its schools, or groups officially associated with the District.

January 2 (Tues., 2:00-4:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREStart 2018 the right way - with generosity in mind! Give back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store. Community service hours given.

January 3 (Wed., 4:15-5:15) WATERCOLOR TECHNIQUES w/LyndseyCreate texture and effects in your watercolor paintings. Practice flat and gradated wash, wet-in-wet and dry brush techniques, use masking fluid to create highlights, lift off paint, and more.

January 4 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)CREATE A WOODEN CANDLE HOLDER w/Rockler WoodworkingBuild a wooden candle holder using industrial tools and techniques.

January 4 (Thurs., 4:30-5:30)BELGIAN WAFFLES & TRIVIAIndulge in the super fluffy goodness of Belgian waffles and a chill game of trivia with your friends!

January 9 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: RUSTIC APPLE CRANBERRY GALETTE Make pie dough from scratch and fill your tart with slices of apples and cranberries for a warm cozy treat. Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

January 10 (Wed., 4:15-5:15)FIGHTING PROCRASTINATION w/ Huntington Learning CenterAlways saying “you’ll get around to it” or waiting for the “perfect” opportunity to start? Pushing off homework just creates more stress. Learn how to break the habit and manage your time better.

January 11 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)RACQUETBALL w/ Silver Lake Country ClubIt takes accuracy, agility, and speed to beat your opponent in the court. Come play this exciting and fast paced game!

January 11 (Thurs., 5:00-6:00)SOUL CAFÉ: HOW TO DEAL WITH NEGATIVITY w/ Former Mrs. Illinois International How do you deal with haters? Instead of choosing to get offended or retaliating, respond by taking the high road and positivity. Become a happier person!

January 15 (Mon., 4:00- 5:00)CHIPS & CHECKERSSnack on some chips and dips and challenge your Bridge friends to a game of checkers.

January 15 (Mon., 4:00-6:00)FAMILY SERVICE PROJECT: MLK DAY Spend the afternoon sorting, cleaning, and shelving donated items at The Bridge Thrift Store for a day of service and intentional conversation with your family (ages 10+).

January 16 (Tues., 4:15-5:30)FASHION MERCHANDISING Set up store displays that make shoppers more likely to buy a product with a fashion stylist who has worked for designers like Gap, Armani Exchange, Club Monaco, and French Connection.

January 16 (Tues., 4:30-5:30)PRINTMAKINGDesign your own custom stamp and experiment with vibrant colors to create your unique print.

January 17 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)SKY ZONE EXPERIENCE (HS ONLY) w/ Sky Zone Flip and bounce in the freestyle trampoline courtyard or play a high-velocity game of dodgeball!

January 17 (Wed., 4:15-5:45)CULINARY: POPCORN FLAVORS w/ MandiCreate unique sweet and savory popcorn flavors, such as parmesan herb, chipotle spice, & salted caramel.

January 18 (Thurs., 4:00-5:00)WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE: ER NURSE w/ Advocate Children’s Hospital Learn about skills needed to remember tons of information, make quick decisions, and treat patients with compassion in an emergency room.

January 18 (Thurs., 5:00-6:00) SECRET MONOPOLY STRATEGIES w/ Rachel Gain serious insight on what properties to choose, how many houses to buy, and negotiation tips.

January 23 (Tues., 4:00-5:00)MONET PAINTINGGet inspired by the famous artist’s landscape paintings and mimic his Impressionist style to create colorful, highly expressive masterpieces.

January 23 (Tues., 4:30-6:00)TURN YOUR PASSION INTO A CAREERDiscover your passions and where they could take you in the future by making a vision board.

January 24 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)GO KARTS & GAMES w/ Gizmo’s Fun FactoryChallenge a friend to a go-kart race, laser tag, rock climbing, zip lining, and more!

January 24 (Wed., 4:30-5:45)EMBROIDERY HOOP WALL DÉCORChoose brightly-designed fabrics, position them in embroidery hoops, and add life to your bedroom!

January 25 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: MAC & CHEESE COMPETITION w/Chef Jesus RodriquezTake this classic comfort food and add your own flare with different cheese varieties and mix in ingredients as you go against other aspiring culinary creatives!

January 30 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)POINTILLISM ART Practice this technique of painting, in which small distinct dots of color are applied in patterns to form an image.

January 31 (Wed., 4:30-5:30)DANCE STRENGTH & STRETCH w/ Elite Dance Academy Incorporate stretches and dance moves to improve your flexibility and coordination to avoid injury while being active.

January 31 & February 1 (Wed. & Thurs., 4:30-6:00)CROCHETING Learn the basics by reading a simple pattern, practice stitching and ribbing to complete a round coaster.

February 1 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CREATIVE PAINTING w/ Saulena Antanavi, LCPCLet your intuition and emotions guide you in the creative process of painting. Experience the calming power of art to reduce stress and anxiety.

February 1 (Thurs., 4:30-6:00) HUMAN COMPUTER INTERFACING Discover the world of computer programming and test an electronic controller that turns ordinary objects into human-computer interface devices.

February 6 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)AROUND THE WORLD: CHEESE w/ Whole FoodsTake a trip around the world by tasting cheese from other countries.

February 6 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)TRAMPOLINE JUMPING (MS ONLY) w/ Sky ZoneFlip and bounce in the freestyle trampoline courtyard or play a high-velocity game of dodgeball! Sign up with a friend!

February 7 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)SEWING 101 There are basic sewing tricks everyone needs to know like sewing on a button or hand-stitching a hem. Guys and ladies welcome!

February 7 (Wed., 5:00-6:00)MAGNETIC SLIME Learn about the science behind magnetic slime and test its power with paper clips, thumb tacks, and kitchen magnets.

February 8 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREGive back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store. Community service hours given.

February 8 (Thurs., 4:30-5:30)SONGWRITINGBrainstorm lyrics, gain inspiration from melody, and practice with writing exercises. All levels welcome. February 13 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)PAINTING VINTAGE SIGNS w/ Evilena’s Red DresserCreate a rustic piece of home décor using wood, paint, and stenciled letters.

February 13 (Tues., 4:30-5:30)DIY BEAUTY: BENEFITS OF COCONUT OILExperience the wonders of coconut oil for your health and beauty. Use it for your skin, hair, deodorant, and in cooking! Make a sweet-smelling coconut oil sugar scrub to take home.

February 14 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: QUALITY TIME WITH SENIORS w/ Brementowne ManorSpend quality time and play card games (Uno, Rook & Skip Bo to name a few) with those who are older and wiser. Community service hours given.

February 14 (Wed., 4:15-5:15)THE SCIENCE OF CHOCOLATE w/ Trinity Christian CollegeLove chocolate? Learn how it starts as a bean and is harvested to satisfy your sweet cravings. Delight your taste buds with a chocolate tasting.

February 15 (Thurs., 4:00-5:00)BROWNIE BAR & PICTIONARY Enjoy a friendly game of Pictionary with fellow brownie-lovers. Bring a friend!

February 15 (Thurs., 5:00-6:00)SOUL CAFÉ: CHOOSE TO CARE (GIRLS ONLY) w/ Michelle Krepps, LCSWDecorate a potted cactus with inspirational words and bring it home to care for. Make a resolution to love yourself for who you are and discover how to spread that care to other areas of your life.

February 19 (Mon., 2:30-5:00)ARCHERY w/ BowDoc ArcheryShoot a bow and arrow and practice target accuracy at an indoor archery range. Equipment will be provided.

February 19 (Mon., 5:00-6:00)HARMONICA w/ MG BaileyGot the winter time blues? Play a tune with the One-Man-Band, Matt Bailey. Harmonicas will be provided.

February 20 (Tues., 4:30-5:30)STUDY HACKSGet into the minds of two high school teachers and discover secret strategies to study more effectively. Do better in school with their effective methods.

February 21 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)MINI CLAY POTS Mold, score, and build small pots using oven-bake polymer clay. Incorporate your own textures, colors, and design to create a pot perfect for planting baby succulents.

February 21 (Wed., 4:30-5:30)UNDERSTANDING HIDDEN MEDICAL CONDITIONSInterested in a career in the health field? Good medical professionals understand their patients. Gain knowledge and compassion as you hear the story of someone living with diabetes.

February 22 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: PAN-SEARED SALMON & HARVEST VEGGIES w/ Robert Morris University CulinaryAdd color and flavor to a fresh piece of salmon fish using a pan-searing cooking technique. Then, make a succotash dish with corn, lima beans, and other harvest veggies as a savory side.

February 22 (Thurs., 5:00-6:00)ADVANCED WRITING: CREATING HEROIC CHARACTERSSee what makes Wonder Woman and your other favorite characters the heroes in the story.

February 27 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)DRAWING THE HUMAN FACEProduce facial expressions with emotion, learn to blend and shade, and develop your eye for facial proportions and planar structure that will make your drawings look more realistic.

February 28 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: NATURAL SPORTS DRINKS w/ JewelGet the energy and electrolytes you need to refuel after a game or workout without the artificial and harmful chemicals that are in most energy drinks.

March 1 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: BREAKFAST CASSEROLE MUFFINSCombine eggs, bacon, and your favorite veggie for a savory bite, or start your morning with a fruit-infused baked muffin.

March 1 (Thurs., 4:30-6:00)AROUND THE WORLD: SHIBORI TIE-DYED PILLOWSBind, fold, twist, or compress cloth for shibori, a Japanese method of dyeing cloth with indigo dyes.

March 3 (Sat., 1:00-3:00) LIVE MANNEQUIN FASHION SHOW w/ The Leading ImagePut together a trendy and stylish outfit with a professional celebrity stylist (Friday, March 2), and model it as a “live mannequin” for shoppers at The Bridge Thrift Store.

March 6 (Tues., 4:00-5:00)KNOCKOUT & NACHOSBrush up on those basketball shooting skills with a friendly competition of Knockout…and a bowl of nachos, of course.

March 6 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)#SKILLS: PROFESSIONALISMImpress your (future) boss or job interviewer and learn from a HR recruiter about the qualities employers look for in a candidate and how to get the job.

March 7 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)DIY GEMSTONE JEWELRYSet and polish gemstones in a traditional method called “cabochon” to make your own earrings, pendants, and rings.

March 8 (Thurs., 4:30-6:00)RECORD PAINTINGTake a classic vinyl record as your canvas to create a music-inspired painting.

March 13 (Tues., 4:30-6:00)HOMEMADE STRESS SQUISHIES w/ Hope Enrichment CenterSquishies (like stress balls) come in all different shapes, colors, and even smells. Make your own and learn how to better cope with stress and anxious thoughts.

March 13 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)GAME OF LIFE (HS ONLY) w/ First Midwest BankChoose a career, salary, and where you want to live. Then, see what life throws at you and learn how to manage it all…with fun AND wisdom in mind.

March 14 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: PASTA PORTIONS Don’t just eat your food, savor it. Delve into understanding mindful eating tips, like portion-control and food prep. Practice your skills by creating a yummy pasta dish you’ll share with others!

March 14 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: UNDERSTANDING HOMELESSNESS w/ South Suburban PADSHomelessness doesn’t just exist in the inner city. Find out what suburban homelessness can look like and be an active part of our community by providing real help. Community service hours given.

March 15 (Thurs., 4:00-5:00)#SKILLS: SMALL TALK Feeling awkward? Learn the art of starting a conversation and keeping it engaging and interesting with someone you’ve just met.

March 15 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)3D PRINTING (MS ONLY)Make your ideas come to life by learning how to use a 3D printer. Be the designer, architect, and builder all in one!

March 20 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)“JUST KEEP SWIMMING” w/ Lara Postma, Certified Teen Life CoachEveryone deals with negative experiences in their life at some point. Don’t let a curveball set you back in reaching your goals. Learn how to “keep swimming” and grow through what you go through.

March 21 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)BEHIND THE SCENES: CREATIVE CAKES Get a tour of a local, family-owned bakery and discover the baking and creative skills it takes to be a cake decorator.

March 21 (Wed., 4:15-5:30)PHOTOSHOP TOOLSLearn how to analyze details of photographs and convert them from black & white to color using conversion tools in Adobe Photoshop.

March 22 (Thurs., 4:30-5:45)DOG GROOMING w/ PawsomeSafely give a pooch a bath, trim nails, and groom fur. Turn your love of animals into a business or pamper your pet at bath time!

March 27 (Tues., 4:00-5:00)AROUND THE WORLD: UKRAINIAN EASTER EGGSDecorate eggs with traditional Ukrainian folk designs using a wax-resist method and colorful dyes.

March 28 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: SHRIMP & CHICKEN GUMBO w/ The Cheesecake FactoryGumbo is a hearty, flavorful stew originating from the diverse cultures of Louisiana. Cook it for your family for a cozy dinner!

March 29 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)KNITTING BASICSPractice foundational skills every knitter needs, like making a slip knot, casting on yarn, & weaving in the ends. All levels welcome!

March 29 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREGive back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store. Community service hours given.

April 3 & 10 (Tues., 4:00-5:00)ACOUSTIC GUITAR w/ Down Home Guitars Practice 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.

April 3 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)REBOOT YOUR TIRED BRAIN w/ Sylvan Learning CenterGet re-charged with quick tips on how to study with more purpose and less stress. Walk away with energy to finish the year strong!

April 4 (Wed., 4:00-5:00)CHOCOLATE & CHARADES Hang out with friends with a game of charades and eat chocolate. Yes, please!

April 4 (Wed., 5:00-6:00)DIY WORRY BOXES w/ Barb Smurzynski, LCPCTake ownership over your worries and stress. Design your own worry box that will help you better control and process your thoughts and emotions.

April 5 & 12 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)WEAVING w/ Yarns To Dye ForInterlace yarn and fabric on a loom to create wall décor with texture and pattern.

April 5 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: IDAHO NACHOS & CAESAR SALAD w/ Granite City Combine waffle fries, Colby-Jack cheese, bacon, tomatoes, sour cream, and green onions. Bonus: Whip up a classic Caesar salad.

April 10 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)#RELATIONSHIPGOALS What do you want from your relationships? See what makes relationships with your friends, family, and boyfriend/girlfriend meaningful and happy.

April 11 (Wed., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: BAKED ALASKA CAKE w/ Joliet Junior College Culinary Top a cake base with ice cream and a whipped meringue. Then quickly bake it in an oven or torch the exterior for an ice cream cake that will wow your guests!

April 11 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)3D PRINTING (HS ONLY)Make your ideas come to life by learning how to use a 3D printer. Be the designer, architect, and builder all in one!

April 12 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)AROUND THE WORLD: FRENCH COOKINGLearn more interesting facts about our French friends and while you’re at it, cook a real French dish. Oui, s’il vous plaît!

April 17 (Tues., 4:00-5:00)HANG A PICTURE FRAME GALLERY w/ JustinLearn the handyman basics of using a hammer and nail as well as a drill and screw to hang picture frames.

April 17 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)MILITARY COMMUNICATIONS Think being in the military is all about combat? Test various types of radios and devices. See if this might be a good fit for you down the road!

April 18 (Wed., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT GIVE: THANK YOU CARDS & BAKED COOKIESBake cookies and hand-make cards to show your gratitude to the community members who support The Bridge Teen Center. April 18 (Wed., 4:15-5:45)WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE: ROLLER DERBY LEAGUEThis is not your average open skate session. The world of roller derby is action-packed, exciting, and team-oriented. Try out this new sport!

April 19 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30) CULINARY: PIZZA CAKES w/ Wilton It’s International Pizza Cake Day! Enhance your cake-decorating skills with the professionals at Wilton. Make a cake that looks like a deep dish pizza!

April 19 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)UNPLUGGED NATURE HIKE Unplug and recharge yourself by stepping into nature. Boost your creativity and feel happier and healthier after a hike with other nature-lovers.

April 24 & 25 (Tues. & Wed., 4:00-5:30)SHOOT A MUSIC VIDEO w/ Lazzara ProductionsCome work with professionals in the film industry. Get an up-close look into camera work, directing, and editing to put together your own music video. Learn the computer science of using a green screen.

April 24 (Tues., 4:30-5:30)DISCOVER YOUR HIDDEN TALENTSHone in on your natural talents and see how you can use them to find your passion and purpose in life. Bring excitement into your life, find your career path, and do great things!

April 25 (Wed., 4:00-5:30) CULINARY: SIGNATURE SPAGHETTI & HOUSEMADE MEATBALLS (HS ONLY) w/ Cooper’s HawkCook spaghetti to al-dente perfection, hand-roll meatballs, and channel your inner Italian-American chef!

April 26 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)DIY JEWELRY HOLDERCreate a customized wooden holder that will keep your jewelry tidy and organized or use it to hang your keys and lanyards. Guys welcome (Mother’s Day gift)!

April 26 (Thurs., 4:30-5:30)ART OF GROWING ROSES w/ Sauk Trail Rose SocietyLearn the art of growing beautiful roses by digging into how to water, prune, and keep the rabbits away.

May 1 (Tues., 4:00-6:00)BEHIND THE SCENES: FOREST PRESERVE w/ Ducks Unlimited Decipher the difference between deer and coyote tracks to see who’s been visiting your back yard. You might even get to practice the duck calls that made Duck Dynasty so popular.

May 1 (Tues., 4:30-6:00)HERSHEY’S SWEET SUCCESS (HS ONLY) w/ The Hershey CompanyGain interview skills, get advice on how to find a job and fill out an application, and discover tips on how to dress for an interview to help you land the job from top young Hershey’s executives.

May 2 (Wed., 4:00-5:00)HONEY BEES w/ University of Illinois ExtensionLearn about how bees produce and store honey and pollinate crops. See them in action, safely in an enclosed-exhibition hive.

May 2 (Wed., 4:30-5:30)HOW TO MIX PAINTS w/ Art-a-la-CarteCreate a skyline painting by using unique combinations based on color theory. Learn how to use a color wheel and work with value ranges, so you can add more uniqueness to your art.

May 3 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)DIY BARNWOOD CHALKBOARD w/ Lunsford ConstructionMeasure and miter barn wood to create an original chalkboard decor piece. May 3 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)TRAIL BIKING w/ Performance BikeExplore the miles of trails at a local forest preserve. Practice technical skills, trail etiquette, and safe riding out in nature. Bring your helmet and bike if you have one!

May 5 (Sat., 12:30-2:00)PROJECT SERVE: READ TO CHILDRENCapture imaginations and animate stories as you read to children at The Bridge Thrift Store’s reading corner. Community service hours will be given.

May 8 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)PROJECT GIVE: THANK YOU TEACHERS Thank the teachers who go above and beyond to invest in your education and your life. Make a special gift to give your teacher before the school year ends.

May 9 (Wed., 4:00-5:00)SPRAY PAINT STRING ARTNeed a boost of color in your bedroom? Get creative with canvas, spray paint, & string!

May 9 (Wed., 5:00-6:00)ADVANCED WRITING: CREATING A WORLD FOR YOUR STORYWhether you’re writing a fantasy, sci-fi, or realistic genre, the world that your characters live in needs to captivate your readers. Spark your imagination and get advice from an editor and other aspiring writers.

May 10 (Thurs., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: SPECIALTY PIZZAS w/ Trader Joe’sForget the typical tomato and mozzarella. Construct pizzas with various crust and topping choices. Play with veggies, meats, and cheeses to create your own flavor combinations.

May 10 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)#SKILLS SPORTS: TENNIS SERVEPut some serious power into your tennis serve. Practice your grip, serve, forehand, backhand, and other shots. Learn about scoring and what all the court lines mean. Rackets provided.

May 15 Tues., 3:45-5:00)RESIN CRAFTS w/ LyndseyWork with clear flowing plastic, known as resin, to form artwork filled with glitter or dried flowers and cooled solid.

May 15 (Tues., 5:00-6:00)SOUL CAFÉ: HOW TO STOP OVERTHINKING w/ Midwest Center for Hope & HealingWhether you’re rehashing something that happened yesterday or worried about something tomorrow, overthinking can really wreak havoc on your mood and productivity. Start paying attention to the way you think and train your brain to be mentally stronger.

May 16 (Wed., 4:30-5:30)PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS & TRICKS w/ Esther Learn the Bokeh effect, droplet refraction, and how to cover the camera with a DIY stencil.

May 17 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)PROJECT SERVE: THRIFT STOREIt’s National Rat Pack Day! Give back to The Bridge Teen Center by serving at our thrift store and sorting through bags of generous donations. Community service hours given.

May 22 (Tues., 4:00-5:30)CULINARY: FRESH-SQUEEZED WATERMELON LEMONADE w/ AnnaDecorate your own juice glasses and make a sweet batch of this refreshing drink, hand-squeezed from fresh fruit.

May 23 (Wed.,4:00-5:30)OPEN ART STUDIOGrab some paint or drawing tools and an empty canvas and enjoy getting to be creative. All skills levels are welcome.

May 24 (Thurs., 4:00-6:00)#SKILLS SPORTS: SOFTBALL PITCH w/ MorganHone in on your fast ball. Practice pitching, catching, and hitting and learn the rules and techniques of the game with a Division 1 and professional athlete. Play ball!

May 29 (Tues., 4:30-5:30)PING PONG & PIESSummer’s almost here! Celebrate the end of another school year with a piece of pie and a game of ping pong. Bring a friend!

May 30 (Wed., 4:00-5:00)WOOL NEEDLE-FELTING w/ AnnaTake soft fluffy wool roving and sculpt it into heart shapes using fine needles. This centuries-old fiber art method is taking on popularity once again.

May 31 (Thurs., 4:30-5:30)DUDES & DONUTS (GUYS ONLY) w/ JustinGrab a doughnut and enjoy some bro time as we go head-to-head in a ring toss competition. Winner gets first pick of donuts.

january/february

Our free programs are organized into

5 buckets: MIND/ BODY

EVERYDAY LIFE

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

EXPRESSIVE ARTS

february/march/april april/may

Recording StudioHey, 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 justin@thebridgeteencenter.org to sign-up.

h i g h s c h o o l crash weekMake The Bridge your study spot this finals week! We’ll have energy-boosting snacks,

helpful tutors, whiteboards, and study supplies available for you to use.

May 23 (Wed., 2:00-6:00)DROP IN: STUDY LOUNGE W/ FRUIT SKEWERS

May 24 (Thurs., 2:00-6:00)DROP IN: STUDY LOUNGE W/ CHICKEN

NUGGETS & SAUCE BAR

May 29 (Tues., 2:00-6:00) DROP IN: STUDY LOUNGE W/ POPCORN BAR

For complete descriptions, visit www.thebridgeteencenter.org.

To sign-up for a free program, call 708.532.0500 or sign-up online.