Westonka Community Education and Services

Voices for All | An Introduction to Voiceovers Getting Started in Voice Acting Ages 18 - Adult “Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting. Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. In this one-time, 90-minute, introductory class, you’ll also learn about the different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will record you as you read a real script, then offer you some coaching so you can improve your delivery. Your instructor will take notes on your performance and create a professional voiceover evaluation delivered to you in a follow up call. After the class, you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding field! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as: Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile) or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS). Open to register: January - May 31, 2024 Upon registering, please contact Alicia Midgley at alicia@voicesforall.com. She will schedule for a meeting date and time at your convenience. Online class (to be scheduled at your convenience) #7507-A24W $49

Chess Summer Camp Grades 1 - 5 All levels welcome! The Youth Enrichment League (YEL) Teach it! Practice it! Play it! method keeps chess students progressing through 60+ chess lessons and thousands of puzzles as well as guided games and an end-of-week in-class tournament. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Battle Summer brain drain...sign up today. New this Summer - This class will also include a FREE daily lunch and beverage in the Hilltop cafeteria. If your student prefers a home lunch, please pack a lunch and beverage daily. Monday - Thursday, July 29 - August 1 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Hilltop Primary School | Room #1635-A24S $149

Join in enriching the cultural life of the Westonka area Westonka Friends of the Arts (WFA) is a volunteer organization of area residents who care deeply about community arts programming through new the Westonka Performing Arts Center (PAC). Partnering with Westonka Community Education and the new Westonka Community Theater, our hope is that the Westonka area becomes a truly wonderful destination for the arts. The new arts center will be a place to experience great school productions as well as professional Twin Cities musicians, dancers, authors, actors, and more. Your neighbors in WFA plan to work with business owners, private donors, and fellow arts lovers to raise funds from public, private and philanthropic sources. Become a Member ($35) Support the development of dynamic cultural offerings, quality entertainment, innovative educational programs, and artistic engagement for all ages. Advertise your commitment to this exciting new organization with a WFA car decal Become a Supporter ($75) Everything above AND have early access to WFA programming, backstage tours, and invitation only events such as after parties - where the show really does go on Become a Patron ($250) Everything above, AND special recognition in our printed materials and early access to pre-sale tickets before major events There are additional opportunities for businesses and individuals to underwrite performances, sponsor a series, or discuss naming rights for upcoming events. You can make a huge difference to this community by helping us to provide low cost access to the magic of arts for our residents.