Creative Club is Back!
Structured. Skill-Focused. Guided.
Fendig's instructor led, craft club with three sessions each month from March - May for students grades 1 -12
• Step-by-step projects
• New technique each session
• Clear instruction and completed take-home projects
• Great for students who like direction and learning specific skills
Creative Club builds creative foundations through guided experiences.
Join us Mondays at the time session for your student's age group listed below.
$20 / class or reserve your spot for all three sessions at $45/month
To reserve your spot for the duration of this Creative Club session, only pay $125 for the three months.
Invoice will be sent based on your preference following registration.
Learn more and register your student(s) by clicking the button below.
Fendig's instructor led, craft club with three sessions each month from March - May for students grades 1 -12
• Step-by-step projects
• New technique each session
• Clear instruction and completed take-home projects
• Great for students who like direction and learning specific skills
Creative Club builds creative foundations through guided experiences.
Join us Mondays at the time session for your student's age group listed below.
$20 / class or reserve your spot for all three sessions at $45/month
To reserve your spot for the duration of this Creative Club session, only pay $125 for the three months.
Invoice will be sent based on your preference following registration.
Learn more and register your student(s) by clicking the button below.
Dates for Creative Club Include:
March 9, March 16, March 30
April 13, April 20, April 27
May 4, May 11, May 18
Age Specific Class Times - 1 hr
March 9, March 16, March 30
April 13, April 20, April 27
May 4, May 11, May 18
Age Specific Class Times - 1 hr
- 3:45–4:45 – Grades 1–3
- 5:00–6:00 – Grades 4–8
- 6:15–7:15 – Grades 9–12
Fendig's Open Lab
Fendig Open Lab| 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM (CDT)
Grades 2–12 | 503 S. Melville St., Rensselaer
Fendig Theatre for Children invites students to join our new after-school Open Lab — a creative space where imagination takes the lead.
Drop in on Wednesdays from 3:00–6:30 PM (CDT) to explore hands-on creative projects in theatre, art, and design. Begin with guided starter activities provided by us, then bring your own ideas to life—let’s get creative. You can even bring your own projects.
There’s no experience necessary —just curiosity, creativity, and a love for making things.
Grades 2–12 | 503 S. Melville St., Rensselaer
Fendig Theatre for Children invites students to join our new after-school Open Lab — a creative space where imagination takes the lead.
Drop in on Wednesdays from 3:00–6:30 PM (CDT) to explore hands-on creative projects in theatre, art, and design. Begin with guided starter activities provided by us, then bring your own ideas to life—let’s get creative. You can even bring your own projects.
There’s no experience necessary —just curiosity, creativity, and a love for making things.
Additional Dates:
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Sat. March 7, ($10/person) 3:00-6:30
Sat. March 14, ($10/person) 3:00-6:30 Sat. April 11, ($10/person) 3:00-6:30 |
No pre-registration is required at this time but click the button above to pay ahead for your sessions or purchase a spring pass for a slight discount.
Ideas to use this time:
- Paint + Draw with our art supplies provided
- Get guided instruction and access to print 3D prints using our 3D printer
- Explore model making and creative uses for cardboard by using our Chomp Saw
- Beginning sewing projects and learn how to use a sewing machine
- Use our collection of magazines and papers to collage, junk journal and more
- Make your own sketchbook, marble run tracks, puppets, and whatever you can imagine
Puppet Workshops
Build it. Voice it. Bring it to life. Curriculum supported through DramaNotebook Library.
In this hands-on workshop series, students will design and create their own puppets while learning how to tell stories through movement, voice, and character.
Through guided building, improvisation, and mini-performances, participants will:
• Create original puppet characters
• Learn basic puppet construction techniques
• Practice storytelling and scene-building
• Build confidence and collaboration skills
Grades 1–3: Storytelling through imaginative puppet play
Grades 4–8: Puppet construction + collaborative scenes
Grades 9–12: Advanced design, character work, and performance technique
All materials included.
No experience necessary.
In this hands-on workshop series, students will design and create their own puppets while learning how to tell stories through movement, voice, and character.
Through guided building, improvisation, and mini-performances, participants will:
• Create original puppet characters
• Learn basic puppet construction techniques
• Practice storytelling and scene-building
• Build confidence and collaboration skills
Grades 1–3: Storytelling through imaginative puppet play
Grades 4–8: Puppet construction + collaborative scenes
Grades 9–12: Advanced design, character work, and performance technique
All materials included.
No experience necessary.
Thursdays – April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23 and 30
Age Group Class times and Cost:
- 3:45–4:45 – Grades 1–3 - $60.00
- 5:00–6:00 – Grades 4–8 - $75.00
- 6:15–7:45 – Grades 9–12 - $95.00
Family Discount $10.00 each additional child
Fendig Connects:Opportunities focused on forming connections & strengthening relationships within our community for kids and adults alike!
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Fendig Makes:Opportunities to explore creative outlets- discover new ideas, express energy, emotions, thoughts and fun!
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Fendig Performs:Opportunities to explore all areas of performing arts-building confidence, collaborating with others and telling the stories of others
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Fendig Celebrates:Opportunities to celebrate the joys creative/performing arts bring to both self and community. Celebrating relationships built across all ages!
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Fendig Connects: Share Your Ideas
Fendig Advisory Team Next meeting TBD
Grades 6-12 (Limited to 20 participants) | 503 S. Melville St., Rensselaer
Fendig Theatre for Children wants your ideas!
Help design creative and performing arts programs for all ages.
No experience needed — just imagination, teamwork, and heart.
Fill out our interest form to stay in the loop
Grades 6-12 (Limited to 20 participants) | 503 S. Melville St., Rensselaer
Fendig Theatre for Children wants your ideas!
Help design creative and performing arts programs for all ages.
No experience needed — just imagination, teamwork, and heart.
Fill out our interest form to stay in the loop
Save the Date for our
Summer Signature Performance: July 9, 10 + 11 2026
Have a Specific Question?
Be sure to have read the materials above. If you still have a question, click the button below to submit a contact form. We will get back to you shortly. Thank you!
Accessibility questions?
Please email Fendig at: [email protected]
Please email Fendig at: [email protected]
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Fendig Theatre for Children is a nonprofit, 501 (3)(c), education organization. We help children discover themselves, build confidence and connect with their community through creative/performing arts activities.
Also known as Ralph & Lilian Fendig Summer Theatre for Children, Inc. |