Creative Hub
Members will have the chance to dive into a rich array of engaging activities that allow them to unleash their creativity and tackle practical challenges. Our diverse programs, including T-shirt printing and music production, are designed to inspire youth to think critically, solve problems confidently, and achieve their personal and artistic goals.In addition to these artistic pursuits, we offer a range of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs that foster essential skills such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation. Research shows that STEM education enhances cognitive development, promotes higher-order thinking, and prepares students for future academic and career success.
Moreover, participation in art-related programs supports emotional development by providing a creative outlet for self-expression and stress relief.
Together, these programs not only offer fun and creativity but also play a crucial role in the holistic development of young people, preparing them for a bright and successful future
Maker Space
RPAL’s Makerspace gives young people a creative place to explore, design, build, and bring their ideas to life. Through hands-on projects in STEAM and problem-solving, youth are encouraged to experiment, think critically, and develop skills that can open doors to future careers and opportunities. The Makerspace is more than a room with tools — it is a space where curiosity grows, confidence builds, and young innovators discover what they are capable of creating. Members use the Makerspace to explore hands-on creativity and design. In this space, they can create custom vinyl graphics and apply them to T-shirts using an automated heat press.
Music Classes
Members can participate in drum, guitar, or piano classes throughout the week. These music classes give youth an opportunity to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop new skills in a supportive environment. As they learn rhythm, technique, and self-expression, members also strengthen focus, discipline, and teamwork.
Music Production
Members will work with staff to create beats, develop lyrics, or compose their own original songs. Through this process, they will learn how music can be used as a tool for creativity, storytelling, and self-expression. Members will also have the opportunity to record and perform their music in the RPAL studio, building confidence while sharing their voice.
Beautiful Minds
Beautiful Minds instills the belief that being smart is cool by empowering girls in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through exposure to real-life skills. Beautiful Minds provides participants a view into who they are, an appreciation of their individuality, and engagement with positive mentors.
Chess Club
Usually on Wednesday and Thursdays at the start of programming, members can challenge other members or they learn the basics from a staff members. Chess is a strategy game that works the cognitive thinking of the youth.
FUN Club
Fun Club walks youth through various STEAM activities that challenge them to be creative and practical. Activities include cooking and food science, toy rocket building and physics and other activities.
Podcasting
Youth participating in programs are invited to the podcast room to talk about their expertise, accomplishments and future plans. Podcasting offers a fun experience to practie speech.
Scouting
Scouting provides young people with programs and activities that allow them to try new things, provide service to others, build self-confidence, and reinforce ethical standards. Scouting encourages young people to achieve a deeper appreciation for service to others in their community and promotes activities that lead to personal responsibility and high self-esteem.
The Culinary Club @ RPAL
A unique culinary program; educational, inspirational, and fun! Offering engaging topics providing young people with a platform that empowers them with both knowledge and life skills. The Culinary Club @ RPAL provides our members with an awareness of the opportunities in the world of food while teaching real-world, take-home skills and knowledge of food and nutrition that provides value that can be shared with family and friends. This program is designed to be ever-evolving with endless topics to investigate. Outcomes and pathways are baked into the program offering young people the next step in a variety of fields of interest.