Jul
7
to Jul 11

Week of July 7th -Origami, Puppet Making and Cardboard Creations

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STart CAMP — offers three projects each week and is designed to engage CAMPers entering grades K-5. In this program, CAMPers rotate in small groups to each of the three multi-medium art projects every day and Body Movement & Games, all five days of the CAMP week. This is a structured environment that offers developmentally appropriate challenges and levels of materials usage for young makers and artists, and is well-suited to the creative needs of these ages. With a 1:5 staff to CAMPer ratio, your child will have plenty of support to complete projects. CAMPers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, including making Rainbow Loom creations, friendship bracelets, playing board games, dodgeball, banana tag, and more!

We also offer AM (8am - 9am) and PM (3pm - 6:00pm) Extended Care for an additional fee.

Origami - In this class we will learn the basic folds of Origami and throughout the week will begin to advance our knowledge and folding skills to create models such as animals, geometric shapes, modulars, flowers, and even mythological creatures!
Teaching Artist: Jennifer Linderman

Puppet Making -In this captivating class, young artists will journey through the fascinating world of puppetry! We'll delve into the rich history of puppetry, exploring different types of puppets from around the globe, including shadow puppets from Indonesia, Bunraku puppets from Japan, and the classic sock puppet. Then, it's time to get creative! Students will learn to design and craft their own unique cast of puppet characters using a variety of materials, such as colorful socks, gloves, strings, rods, and intriguing shadows.
Teaching Artist: Kirk Pearson

$480 per week

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Jul
14
to Jul 18

Week of July 14th -Wildly Wildlife Painting, Fabrics and Crafts, and Mixed Media Madness

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STart CAMP — offers three projects each week and is designed to engage CAMPers entering grades K-5. In this program, CAMPers rotate in small groups to each of the three multi-medium art projects every day and Body Movement & Games, all five days of the CAMP week. This is a structured environment that offers developmentally appropriate challenges and levels of materials usage for young makers and artists, and is well-suited to the creative needs of these ages. With a 1:5 staff to CAMPer ratio, your child will have plenty of support to complete projects. CAMPers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, including making Rainbow Loom creations, friendship bracelets, playing board games, dodgeball, banana tag, and more!

We also offer AM (8am - 9am) and PM (3pm - 6:00pm) Extended Care for an additional fee.

Wildy Wildlife Painting -Get ready for an exciting week of artistic adventures! In this vibrant class, young artists will unleash their inner wildlife painters and learn to bring their favorite animals to life on canvas. We'll explore a jungle of painting techniques, experimenting with different mediums like vibrant acrylics, smooth watercolors, and textured mixed media. From playful penguins to majestic lions, curious monkeys to soaring eagles, students will learn to capture the unique beauty and spirit of each creature.

Through step-by-step guidance and creative exploration, children will develop their observation skills, color mixing techniques, and artistic confidence.
Teaching Artist: Jennifer Linderman

Fabrics and Crafts -Unleash your inner designer! In this fun-filled class, young artists will explore the wonderful world of fabrics and create amazing crafts. We'll experiment with different textures, colors, and patterns while learning basic sewing skills. From colorful collages to whimsical stuffed animals, the possibilities are endless
Teaching Artist: Eileen Plichta

Mixed Media Madness -Get ready for a thrilling artistic adventure! In this exciting camp, young artists will discover the magic of mixed media, where art becomes a playful potion of creativity. We'll explore a dazzling array of materials, from vibrant paints and colorful papers to shimmering glitter and found objects.

$480 per week

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Jul
21
to Jul 25

Week of July 21st -Upcycled Arts, Circus Skills, and Cute Kawaii Creations

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STart CAMP — offers three projects each week and is designed to engage CAMPers entering grades K-5. In this program, CAMPers rotate in small groups to each of the three multi-medium art projects every day and Body Movement & Games, all five days of the CAMP week. This is a structured environment that offers developmentally appropriate challenges and levels of materials usage for young makers and artists, and is well-suited to the creative needs of these ages. With a 1:5 staff to CAMPer ratio, your child will have plenty of support to complete projects. CAMPers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, including making Rainbow Loom creations, friendship bracelets, playing board games, dodgeball, banana tag, and more!

We also offer AM (8am - 9am) and PM (3pm - 6:00pm) Extended Care for an additional fee.

Upcycled Art -Give new life to old things! In Upcycled Art, young artists will transform everyday objects like cardboard boxes, bottle caps, and old t-shirts into amazing creations. Dream up whimsical creatures from recycled materials, turn old clothes into colorful collages, and build fantastical structures with cardboard boxes.
Teaching Artist: Jennifer Linderman

Circus Skills - This fun and exciting camp offers children the opportunity to learn a variety of circus skills that test and improve our balance, coordination, and determination. Curriculum includes juggling, object balancing, unicycling, stilts, rolla bolla, spinning plates, diabolo and more.
Teaching Artist: Douglas McNeely

Cute Kawaii Creations -Learn to draw adorable Kawaii animals & characters, then make them into playful creations with paper, felt, fabric and wood. Students will create Teacup Pets Drawing/Collage, Adorable Awards Badges, Draw-Then-Sew Cute Kawaii Stuffies, and so much more.
Teaching Artist: Eileen Plichta

$480 per week

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Jul
28
to Aug 1

Week of July 28th -Paper Art, Bistro 510, and Creative Cardboard

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STart CAMP — offers three projects each week and is designed to engage CAMPers entering grades K-5. In this program, CAMPers rotate in small groups to each of the three multi-medium art projects every day and Body Movement & Games, all five days of the CAMP week. This is a structured environment that offers developmentally appropriate challenges and levels of materials usage for young makers and artists, and is well-suited to the creative needs of these ages. With a 1:5 staff to CAMPer ratio, your child will have plenty of support to complete projects. CAMPers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, including making Rainbow Loom creations, friendship bracelets, playing board games, dodgeball, banana tag, and more!

We also offer AM (8am - 9am) and PM (3pm - 6:00pm) Extended Care for an additional fee.

Paper Art -Get ready to transform ordinary paper into extraordinary creations! In this exciting class, young artists will discover the endless possibilities of paper. We'll explore a variety of paper art techniques, from colorful collages and whimsical paper sculptures to intricate origami and playful paper weaving.
Teaching Artist: Jennifer Linderman

Bistro 510 -A cooking class with summer camp flair. We’ll create foods as a group that broaden kids’ horizons but also don’t require a kitchen. Each class will start with some sort of cultural introduction to the history of the food we’re making. Some potential foods could include hummus, avocado chocolate mousse, or smoothies made with unconventional fruits.
Teaching Artist: Kirk Peason

Creative Cardboard -Get ready to unleash your inner engineer and architect! In this exciting class, young builders will embark on a thrilling journey of cardboard construction. Using sturdy cardboard boxes, colorful paper tape, and a treasure trove of recycled materials, campers will design and build incredible creations.

$480 per week

Registration Opens January 20th!

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Aug
4
to Aug 8

Week of August 4th -Mixed Media Animals, Magic Around The House, and Mosaics

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STart CAMP — offers three projects each week and is designed to engage CAMPers entering grades K-5. In this program, CAMPers rotate in small groups to each of the three multi-medium art projects every day and Body Movement & Games, all five days of the CAMP week. This is a structured environment that offers developmentally appropriate challenges and levels of materials usage for young makers and artists, and is well-suited to the creative needs of these ages. With a 1:5 staff to CAMPer ratio, your child will have plenty of support to complete projects. CAMPers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, including making Rainbow Loom creations, friendship bracelets, playing board games, dodgeball, banana tag, and more!

We also offer AM (8am - 9am) and PM (3pm - 6:00pm) Extended Care for an additional fee.

Mixed Media Animals -In this class we will learn how to draw animals found in nature as well as your backyard and have fun fusing these two subjects together to create our original art! We will use a variety of mixed media such as watercolor, ink pens, markers, colored pencil, stamps, and basically anything we want to help bring our creations alive!
Teaching Artist: Jennifer Linderman

Magic-Around-The-House -Unleash your inner magician in this exciting class! We'll discover the secrets of amazing magic tricks that can be performed with ordinary household items. Young magicians will learn easy-to-master sleight-of-hand tricks, mind-blowing illusions, and captivating card tricks using everyday objects.
Teaching Artist: Kirk Pearson

$480 per week

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