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(Listed alphabetically, by town)
(Most of the overnight camps also accept day participants)
Mad Science of Western New England
Call: For more information and locations: 800-603-8475
www.madscience.org/westnewengland
Hands-on science experiences for children that are as entertaining as they are educational.
Please visit the web site for listings and locations for Summer & School Vacation Activity Weeks for 2008.
Please see our ad in this section.
Amherst Ballet Summer Workshops
Contact: Catherine Fair, (413) 549-1555.
29 Strong St., Amherst.
Children's workshops for students ages 6 to 10. Dance, art, choreography, prop and set design and construction, performance.
Workshop #1: Dream Catchers, July 7 - 11, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Workshop #2: In the Time of Knights and Castles, July 21 - 25, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Summer Teen Intensive, for ages 10 - 18: Aug. 4-8 and Aug 11-15.
Summer Ballet Technique Classes: Children's, weekdays throughout the summer; teens and adults, evenings throughout the summer.
Kicks and Corrals
Contact: Annie Schwarz, (413) 256-0300. Amhersttkd@juno.com.
Horseback riding, Martial Arts and swimming. Horseback riding and Martial Arts instruction are at Craig Memorial Equestrian Center bordering Mt. Toby forest in Leverett. Swimming is at the Mill River Recreation Area in Amherst. Ages 7 to 13 (divided into two age groups). Weekly, July 2 - July 27.
Music Together for Valley Families
Contact: Debbie Weyls, 413-259-9400
www.valleymusicgroup.com.
Classes in Amherst, Belchertown, Holyoke and South Hadley.
A family program for parents or caregivers and children age birth through five designed to nurture musical growth. Free sample class. Summer session begins June 23.
For more Music Together locations: www.musictogether.com or call (800) 728-3692.
CSI: Camp Science Investigators
Hampshire College, 413-559-5301
www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=1726
A summer science enrichment program offered either as a day or residential program for grades 7-10.
Dates:
Sunday, July 13 at 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
The program begins with camper registration, an overview of the program, and a
welcome reception for campers and their families.
Monday July 14 - Thursday July 17, 8:45 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. each day.
Friday July 18 8:45 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Last day of camp is followed by a final celebration for campers and their families.
Saturday, July 19, Overnight camp ends.
Fiber Art Center Summer Program
Sponsor: Fiber Art Center
Contact: Susan Loring-Wells, 79 South Pleasant St., Amherst. 256-1818.
www.fiberartcenter.org
One-week sessions for ages 5 and up, teens, adult/child classes. Experiment in different fiber art media including weaving, knitting, fabric printing and paper arts, quilting and crocheting. Basket making, book making, card making, doll and puppet making, quilting and embroidery, polymer clay, weaving and more.
Please visit our Web site for registration info.
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First Baptist Church of Amherst
Summer Program: 3 years old - 5th grade. Come to sing exciting songs, play fun games, build creative crafts, learn about God and meet lots of new friends. To register, call 549-3596 or e-mail office@fbcamherst.org. www.fbcamherst.org.
Amherst College Soccer Camp
Amherst College, (413) 542-8223
http://www.amherst.edu/~sumprogs/youth.html
Contact: Milton Gooding, (413) 542-8223
For ages 6 -16. Co-ed day camp with two one-week sessions in July.
ASC Contact Football Camp
Amherst College, (413) 542-8197 or (800) 645-3226
http://www.USSportsCamps.com
Overnight youth (ages 8-18 and have not started college freshman year) camp: June 24-28.
Contact: Edward J. Mills or Mike Desurville
Excel at Amherst
888-904-2267
(802) 387-5885 E-mail: info@goputney.com http://www.goputney.com
Pre-College Enrichment Program run by Putney Student Travel. Grades 9-12, Three, four and seven week sessions: June 29-August 16.
Excel is not "school." Our college-style seminars are dynamic and stimulating, incorporating guest lecturers, field trips, active dis-cussion, and group projects.
A typical day for Excel students at Amherst College is much like that of any college undergraduate, but within a structure appropriate to their age. Students enjoy all the benefits of stimulating, seminar-style courses and get to spend time with like-minded individuals who quickly become valued friends. In addition, they get involved in a host of fun and exhilarating activities, from pick-up games to college visits to unique course-generated projects.
Contact: Jeffrey Shumlin
Amherst Community Arts Center
534 Main Street, Amherst, 413-253-9265
www.amherstarts.org
ACAC's summer programs:
Summer 2008 1-Week Children's Programs:
June 30-July 3
Drawn to Nature with Lahri Bond. ages 7-11, noon-4pm
Fun on the Potter's Wheel with Michele Santalango, Session 1, 8:30-11:30, Ages 8-11.
Session 11, 12:30-3:30, Ages 12+
July 7-11
Discovering Art Through Nature with Tina Clark, ages 5-9, 8:30-11:30am
From Bugs to Batman with Lahri Bond, ages 6-10, 8:30-11:30am
Manga and Graphic Novel Illustration with Lahri Bond, ages 11+, 12:30-3:30pm
Summertime Painting with Tina Clark, ages 8-12, 12:30-3:30pm
July 14-18:
Do the Locomotion with Lahri Bond, ages 6-10, 8:30-3:30pm
Let Art Tell the Story, Session 1 with Dara Herman-Zierlein, ages 4-6, 8:30-11:30am
Fun on the Potter's Wheel with Jana Silver, ages 8-12, 12:30-3:30 pm
Jewelry Fabrication for Teens, ages 12+, 12:30-3:30pm
July 21-25:
Dino Days with Lahri Bond, ages 5-10, 8:30-3:30pm
Let Art Tell the Story, Session 11, with Dara Herman-Zierlein, Ages 4-6, 8:30-11:30 am
July 21-25 & July 28-August 1:
Teen Wheel Intensive with Lucy Fagella, ages 13+, 12:30-3:30pm
July 28-August 1:
Introduction to Drawing with David Costello, ages 10+, 8:30-11:30am
Painting for Young Artists with Annie Zirin, ages 7-10, 8:30-11:30am
Photo I Session I with Margaret Langdell, ages 8-11, 8:30-11:30am
Photo I Session II with Margaret Langdell, ages 12+, 12:30-3:30pm
The Art of Puppetry with David Costello, ages 10+, 12:30-3:30pm
August 4-8:
Massive Myth-Conception with Lahri Bond, ages 7-10, 8:30-3:30pm
Muddy Days with Deborah Bazer, ages 6-10, 8:30-3:30pm
Cold Metal Jewelry Making with Margaret Langdell, ages 12+, 12:30-3:30pm
August 11-15
Art For All with Dara Herman-Zierlein and Ezzell Floranina, ages 7-12, 8:30-3:30pm
Introduction to Book Arts with Annie Zirin, ages 12+, 12:30-3:30pm
Photo II Session I with Margaret Langdell, ages 8-11, 8:30-11:30am
Photo II Session II with Margaret Langdell, ages 12+, 12:30-3:30pm
August 18-22
Animania with Lahri Bond, ages 5-10, 8:30-3:30pm
Branching Out with Deborah Bazer, ages 7-10, 8:30-3:30pm
Please see our ad in this section.
Great Books at Amherst
http://www.greatbooksprogram.com
203-259-6480
The Great Books Summer Program is offered for two age groups in both one-week and two-week sessions at Amherst College.
The Intermediate Program is for students entering grades 6-8 and the Senior Program is for those entering grades 9-12.
One and two-week sessions, June 22-July 26.
Contact: Paula Abate
New World Theater PROJECT 2050
(413) 545-1972
http://www.umass.edu/fac/nwt
Youth cross-cultural theater program: dates TBD.
Project 2050 is year-round and includes an intensive ten-day Summer Retreat that culminates with an exciting public performance created and performed by the youth.
Contact: Wesley Montgomery
Nike Girls Basketball
Bill McBride, (413) 542-7947
http://www.USSportsCamps.com
Girls' (ages 8-17) overnight camp, 3 sessions: July 16-20, July 23-27, July 30-Aug. 3.
Father/Daughter camp: July 28-30.
Contact: Brent Koonce, (800) 645-3226
Warrior Lacrosse Camp at Amherst College
http://www.laxcamps.com
Girls ages 12-18. Residential camp June 28-July 1
The Director of this camp will be Carol Knerr, Assistant Head Womens Lacrosse Coach at Amherst College, where she helped lead the team to the 2003 NCAA Championship. She was a four-year starting defender at the University of Richmond, garnering All-CAA Team and NCAA Scholar Athlete honors. Carol is also the Head Coach of the Amherst Field Hockey squad.
Nike Junior Tennis
Mike Gardner (978) 369-4659 E-mail: tennis@sportscamps.com
www.ussportscamps.com
The Nike Tennis Camp at Amherst College is on of the largest and most successful tennis camps in the United States.
Youth tennis (ages 9-18), 9 day or overnight sessions: June8-13, June15-20, June 22-27, June 28-July 3, July 6-11, July 13-18, July 20-25, July 27-Aug.1, Aug. 3-8.
Contact: (800) 645-3226
Summer Institute for The Gifted
(866) 303-4744
http://www.giftedstudy.com
Residential, co-ed program for academically talented students in grades 4 through 11: July 20-Aug. 9
Contact: Doug Blakemore,
Marks Meadow Summer Activities Program
813 N. Pleasant Street, Amherst, (413) 549-8406. E-mail: jannaessig@hotmail.com.
7 weeks: June 25 - Aug. 10. Activities each week revolve around specific themes.
Stay cool in our pool! Friendly, interactive staff has 30+ years experience.
Amherst Ballet Summer Dance Workshops
Amherst Ballet 29 Strong Street, Amherst, (413) 549-1555 info@amherstballet.org
Director, Catherine Fair
www.amherstballet.org.
Please visit the website for summer programs.
Amherst Leisure Services Summer Day Camps:
LSSE, 70 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, 259-3065
www.lsse.org
Summer Adventure Camps and Outdoor Challenge Day Camp
Arts & Crafts, Magic, Weekly Field Trips, Swimming Lessons, Professional Performances, Hiking, Outdoor Games & Sports.
Weekly sessions: June 23-August 8
Adventure Playground
Ages 7-10. 8:30-4 pm. Extended day, 4-5pm.
Early Adventures
Ages 5 & 6, 8:30-4 pm. Extended day, 4-5 pm.
Outdoor Challenge Day Camp
Ages 11-14, 8:30-4 pm. 6 weekly sessions July 7-August 15.
We also offer a Leader-in-Training Program.
Please visit our website for more info.
Please see our ad in this section.
Umass Summer Soccer Clinics
Contact Jon Davy, 413-545-3544
www.masssocceracademy.com
CO-ED Day Clinics:
July 7-10, July 14-17, Ages 6-14 years.
Half-Day, 9-noon, Full Day, 9-4 pm (Lunch provided)
BOYS INDIVIDUAL ELITE ACADEMY & Boy's Team Academy
July 13-16, Ages, 14-17 years.
Please see our ad in this section.
Judy Dixon's Tennis School at UMass
http://www.judydixontennis.com/
Contact: Raynie Theis, (413) 545-3103.
Pee Wee: Hand-eye coordination drills, beginning technique. Designed for players ages 5-7 years only.
General: General technique, game-based drills. Designed for players 8-17.
Advanced: Drills, strategy, footwork, and supervised play. Designed for high school varsity and tournament level players.
Registration information will be available online.
2008 Dates: July 7-11, Monday-Friday 8:30 - noon. July 14-18, Monday-Friday 8:30 - noon.
July 21-25, Monday-Friday 8:30 - noon. Cost: $220 per week
Marnie Dacko Basketball School at UMass
Contact: Jodi Culbertson at (413) 545-3752
www.umassathletics.com.
Individual Day Camp and Individual Shooting Day Camp.
Please visit the website for 2008 dates or contact camp director Jodi Culbertson at (413) 545-3752.
Amherst Montessori School
www.amherstmontessori.org
253-3101 or e-mail office@amherstmontessori.org
Offers flexible scheduling, before- and after-care programs and vacation sessions for children 18 months-12 years. Summer Vacation Programs June 16 to August 15.
Please visit our website for summer schedule.
Please see our ad in this section.
Common School Summer Fun Program
521 Pleasant Street, Amherst, Contact: Deborah Hanley, 256-8989
www.commonschool.org
From June 30-July 25, The Common School transforms itself into a summer camp where we explore our conservation land, participate in nature-based arts and craft activities, access Bramble Hill Farm, plant a garden, frolic in the water and sing. Our camp is for children ages 3-10 and runs from 8:30-3:30 p.m. with half-day options.
Please see our ad in this section.
UMass Greg Cannella's All-Star Lacrosse School
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Contact: Greg Cannella, 545-2845
www.umasslaxcamp.com
This year the Greg Cannella's All Star Lacrosse School will have 3 sessions on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, and 2 sessions on Wednesday. The same 11 sessions of learning!!
All levels of ability welcome. Players receive both one-on-one and group attention. July 6-9.
Hampshire Shakespeare Co. Summer Theater Workshops
2 locations. 193 Bay Road, Hadley (Hartsbrook School) or 380 Elm Street, Northampton
Hampshire Shakespeare Company is now finalizing its menu of exciting, educational and totally fun summer workshops for 2008. Weeklong workshops for children 5-18. We offer a wide variety of theater related workshops. Call Education Workshop Director Steve Henderson for specific information on workshops, location, dates and times. 413-788-4750 or email slcomedy@comcast.net . Visit our website for more information: www.hampshireshakespeare.org
Hampshire Gymnastics School Morning Summer Program
461 West Street, Amherst, Contact: Anne Vexler, 256-6990
www.hampshiregymnastics.com
For ages 4-8 co-ed, four two-week sessions throughout July and Aug., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Activities include gymnastics, outdoor activities and games. Please call for starting date.
Please see our ad in this section.
Camp Kingsmont
Hampshire College, 893 West Street, Amherst, 528-8474 or 1-877-FIT-CAMP
http://campkingsmont.com/
Co-ed weight-loss camp for kids. Camp Kingsmont teaches successful lifestyle techniques in a supportive and nurturing environment, while families and campers enjoy the summer of a lifetime!
Camp is open from Sunday June 22, 2008 through Saturday August 9, 2008. Weekly sessions run from Sunday to Saturday. Campers may attend camp for any number of weeks up to the seven weeks with a three-week minimum.
Tuition is as follows: three weeks $1,050 per week; four weeks $1,000 per week; five weeks $950 per week; six weeks $900 per week; and seven weeks $850 per week.
Please see our ad in this section.
Camp Shemesh
Sponsor, Jewish Community of Amherst, 256-0160 Ext. 250
http://www.j-c-a.org/
Camp Shemesh is the JCA summer day camp located at Amherst College. The camp offers seven weekly sessions from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The camp incorporates traditional camp activities (swimming daily in the college pool, hiking, drama, arts and crafts) with general education and, of course, Jewish culture. Campers ages range from 6 to 11, and each session has approximately 30 young people. Learning Hebrew words and the blessings before and after meals, celebrating a small Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday afternoons, and connecting Judaism to environmental education are features of each session.
For dates, cost, or other questions, contact the JCA office.
Cultural Awareness Program in the Arts for Children
Sponsor: CAPACIDAD
Contact: Danielle Phillips, 253-5659. E-mail, capacidad.programs@gmail.com
Program starts the first Monday after June school closing and runs until the beginning of August.
For ages 5 to 12. Three two-week sessions at Fort River Elementary School, 70 Southeast Street, North Amherst. Theater, music, dance and art will explore the theme of peace and change. Guest artists and field trips.
Multi Arts Summer Program
Contact: Catalina Arrubla
413 584-7951
carrubla@gmail.com
carrubla@charter.net
http://www.multi-arts.org/
A unique opportunity to immerse your child in the performing and visual arts: drama, art, dance, music, video, photography, and writing. During the summer camp children work with professionals to create original artistic productions.
Camp for Little Ones: children 4-5 years old (half day): Workshops I and II
Camp for children ages 6-12: Workshops I, II, III and IV
Teens Camp: 13 and up: Workshops III and IV
Workshop I: June 30-July 3
Workshop II: July 7-18*
Workshop III: July 21- 25
Workshop IV: July 28- August 8*
Place: Crocker Farm Elementary School, Amherst
Time: 8:30-3:30 p.m.
*The 2-week workshops will culminate in a theatrical production.
Amherst Martial Arts
48N Pleasant St. Amherst, 256-0300, Amhersttkd@juno.com
Traditional Tae Kwon Do, Call for info for summer programs
Moving Zen Martial Arts
5 Hedgerow Lane, Amherst, 256-3100
www.movingzen.com
Moving Zen classes teach a traditional form of Japanese karate. Ages, 5 years & up. Call for Summer Camp schedule.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
125 West Bay Road, Amherst, 658-1100
Experience Art & Art Making
www.picturebookart.org/home
Celebrating the art that we are first exposed to as children.
Featuring art studio classes, workshops, family programs and special events. Call or go to Web site for the summer schedule.
UMass Pre-College Summer Study Program
UMass, Amherst, 800-752-2250. E-mail, summer@asaprograms.com
http://www.asaprograms.com/home/asa_home.asp
Month-long summer program for high school students completing grades 9-12. June 29-July 26. An opportunity to sample college life with full access to the extensive academic, sports and recreational facilities make the ASA U.S. pre-college summer program at UMass Amherst a perfect way to study, make new friends and enjoy an unforgettable summer.
US Performing Arts Camps
Hampshire College-Musical Theater
Hampshire College, Amherst
www.usperformingarts.com
Receive intensive training in the three essential components of musical theater - voice, acting, and dance.
This US Performing Arts Musical Theater Camp is the essence of the "triple threat." Join Broadway artists, college faculty, and enthusiastic musical theater students from all over the country in a 6-day intensive training academy that focus on the three essential components of musical theater - acting, singing and dancing.
Curriculum includes improvisation, scene study, vocal instruction, audition techniques and dance workshops for all levels - from beginner to advanced.
Jul 13 - 18, Jul 20 - 25
Ages: 12-18 yrs.
Please visit our website for registration information.
Ashfield Community Preschool
103 Baptist Corner Road, Ashfield, 628-3248
Nature-based summer program for preschoolers ages 3-5. Half or full day option. Outdoor activities, arts and crafts, gardening.
Ashfield Community Theater's Summer Arts Program for Children
Contact: Mary Link, 413-628-4695
summer@acth.org
Gifted local artists provide four distinct weeks of creative arts programming for children ages 6 to 12. Each week-long session features two engaging art experiences and takes place 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, at Sanderson Academy on Route 112 in Ashfield.
2008 Program:
Session 1: July 14-18: Puppets & Expressive Arts
Session 2: July 21-25: Yoga Adventures & Batik
Session 3: July 28 - Aug 1: Mask Making & Music
Session 4: Aug. 4-8: Theater & Mosaics
Cost: $165. a week plus $10 registration fee. Thanks to grants from local cultural councils, limited scholarships are available. Register by May 21 to save $10 off fee.
Registration brochure available at our web site or call Program Director Mary Link at 413-628-4695.
Hilltown Music Together
Contact: Lui Collins, 413-628-0197
www.luicollins.com
Music and movement classes for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers and the grownups who love them. Songs, chants, movement and instrument play. Summer session starts in June. Tuition of $95. includes six weeks of classes, 2 CDs, Songbook and "Music and Your Child" Parents' Guide. All classes taught by professional musician and Music Together certified teacher Lui Collins. Contact Lui or visit the website for class start dates.
Kids' Jam
Contact: Lui Collins, 413-628-0197
www.luicollins.com
Music classes for 5-7 year-olds, drop-off or with parent. Class is informal and fun, geared toward preparing the K-1 student for formal instrument instruction through the use of progressive educational activities including solfege with hand signs, rhythm exercises, singing, movement and instrument play. Summer session starts in June. Tuition of $95 includes six weeks of classes, 2 CD's, and Songbook. Kids' Jam is developed and taught by professional musician and Music Together certified teacher Lui Collins. Contact Lui or visit the web site for start dates.
Athol Summer Ballet Camp
At Athol Martial Arts, 119 New Athol Road, Orange. (413) 834-4721.
Young dancers will learn elementary ballet, simple dances with props, moving theatre imagery and a wide variety of dance techniques and patterns. Children will perform at the end of the session
Please call for summer info.
Camp Wiyaka
Sandy Pond, Richmond, NH
Sponsor: Athol Area YMCA, 545 Main St., Athol, MA (978) 249-3305 E-mail campwiyaka@yahoo.com.
www.wiyaka.org.
Continuing tradition and creating new memories. Enjoy meeting new friends, swimming, boating, sports and games, arts and crafts, hiking, evening campfires, nature study and more. Overnight camping for boys and girls ages 7-15. Leaders in Training Program for campers ages 14 - 15. Co-Ed, single gender, and Family camping.
Family Camp, June 29 - July 1, boys camp July 6 - 12, Coed Camp, One week sessions, July 13-19, July 20-26, July 27-Aug. 2, Aug. 3-9, Girls Camp, Aug. 10-16.
Please see our ad in this section.
Morgan Memorial Fresh Air Camp
Sponsored by Goodwill Industries
www.goodwillmass.org
South Athol, contact Youth Services at (617) 541-1253
Overnight camp. Sessions July and August. Ages, 8-16 years. Fishing, Hip Hop & Ball room Dance, Arts & Crafts, general sports, basketball, Flag Football, Nature Hikes, Red Cross Swimming Lessons, Biking, Double Dutch.
Evening Activities: Pool Parties, Talent Shows, Dance Down, Movies, Karaoke, Astronomy, Capture the Flag, Treasure Hunts, Camp Plays & more.
Sliding fee scale.
Music Together
18 Park Street, Belchertown, (413) 259-9400
www.valleymusicgroup.com.
Music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and the grownups who love them. Call for class schedule.
Swift River Summer Fun (formerly Swift River Day Camp)
www.belchertowndayschool.org
Sponsor: Belchertown Day School
51 State Street, P.O. Box 62, Belchertown, 323-8108
Swift River Summer Fun is a program for children in grades 1-6, running for 7-8 weeks during the summer. Each week has a theme and activities follow that theme. Children can swim in the Chestnut Hill pool, and enjoy a field trip every Friday. Call for summer schedule.
Meadowedge
48 Fox Hill Road, Bernardston, 648-0045
Open House for Summer Workshops
Sunday, June 29,1-4pm
Come see studio and project descriptions, meet program mentors!
Meadowedge Art Summer Schedule:
4 day workshops beginning July 7, 1-4 pm for ages 5-13 ( and interested parents)
July 7- July 10 Clay Hand Building( creatures, bowls,mugs,boxes)
July 14- July 17 Fabric Arts( batik, tie dye,marbling,silk painting)
July 21-July 24 Printmaking( monotype, collage prints, experiments
July 27-July 31 Soapstone Carving
Information and Registration Forms at meadowedgeart.com or call Cynthia Fulton 413-648-0045. E-mail: meadowedgeart.com
Cybercamps
888-904-2268
http://www.giantcampus.com Computer camp for kids 10 years & up. Day and residential sessions. Sessions run from July 7-August 15. Number of sessions depends on location. Massachusetts camps are in four locations in the Boston area, Waltham, Wellesley, North Andover and Cambridge.
Chinese and Art Summer Camp 2008
814 Western Avenue, Brattleboro, VT, 802-257-7898, Ext. 1
acc.vt@verizaon.net
www.asianculturalcentervt.orghtml/pgcamp.htm
Offered by the Asian Cultural Center of Vermont.
Half-day weeklong sessions, June23-27, June30-July 4, July 7-11 for preschoolers, ages 3-5 (9 to 11 a.m.) and school-age, ages 6-12 (1 to 4 p.m.). $150/week for preschoolers; $225/week for school-age.
New England Center for Circus Acts
76 Cotton Hill Mill, Brattleboro, (802) 254-9780
www.necenterforcircusarts.org.
Summer Camps
Do the kids have a lot of energy for climbing & bouncing around? Send them to us & we'll show them how it's really done! NECCA offers a top instruction in a noncompetitive environment that teaches confidence, communication skills, perseverance, self- determination and pride as well as how to be a fabulous acrobat, aerialist, juggler and clown.
There is a small show the last day of the full week camps at 2 pm.
Dates:
June 30 - July 2, Mini Camp, ages 5 - 6 years
9 am - 12 pm daily, Cost: $95
July 7 - 11, Camp 1, ages 7 - 16 years
9 am - 3 pm daily, Cost: $215
July 14 - 18,Camp 2, ages 7 - 16 years
9 am - 3 pm daily, Cost: $215
July 21 - 25
Advanced Camp, ages 7 - 16 years, 9 am - 3 pm
$250
Cost: $215
Flying Trapeze Classes: age 7 & up
Our flying trapeze classes take place on our outdoor rig at Sunrise Farm in Guilford from May through September. First time flyers welcome!
All lessons are with safety lines & a net & students proceed at their own pace.
Private classes available for individuals or groups, birthday parties, team building events, summer outings & company retreats.
Fridays June 8 - Sept 28 (no class July 6) 6 - 8 pm
Sundays June 2 - Sept 30 (no class July 1 or 8) 2 - 4 pm
Call to reserve a single lesson, or purchase a punch card for a discount.
Please visit our website for more information on summer programs.
Brattleboro Music Center Summer Camps
38 Walnut Street, Brattleboro, VT
Add music to your summer, The BMC has summer programs for everyone-3 years old through adults!
For summer program brochure and registration form please visit www.bmcvt.org or call 802-257-4523
Camp Calliope
Music & Movement for 3-5 year olds
July 28-August 1, 9:30-11:30 and 12:30-2:30
Location: Brattleboro Music Center
MADD Camp
Music Art Dance & Drama for 6-8 year olds
June 30-July 11, 8:30-3, optional 8-4
Location: Hilltop Montessori School
Camp Allegro
Ensemble Music Making for 9-12 year olds
July 7-18, 8:45-3
Location: Putney Central School, Putney, VT
Get Real Day Camp
Singing Camp for 12-18 year olds
July 21-25, 8:30-3:30
Location: Brattleboro Music Center
Get Real Getaway
Overnight Singing Camp for girls 15-18 years old
August 1-9, 9 days/8 nights
Location: Killington, VT
Flute Camp
Flute for High School-Adults
July 7-11, 10am-12pm
Location: Brattleboro Music Center
Cello Camp
Cello for High School Age-Adults
July 14-18, 10am-12pm
Location: Brattleboro Music Center
Camp Andantino
Chamber Music for Adults
June 23-27, 10am-12pm & 7-9pm
Location: Brattleboro Music Center
Camp Waubanong
West Brattleboro, (802) 254-8026.
www.campwaubanong.org.
A community-oriented camping program during July and August for boys and girls. Situated on 100 acres of undeveloped forest with a 6-acre campground including a larger dining hall, sleeping cabins, hiking trails, swimming pool, nature pond, playing field, garden, ropes course and archery range.
Session I: July 8- July 13 $
Session II: July 15- July 20
Session III: July 22- July 27
Session IV: July 29- August 3
Session V: August 5- August 10
Leadership Training Camp (ages 14-16)
Two Week Leadership Session I: July 8- July 20
Two Week Leadership Session II: July 22- August 3
One Week Leadership Session III: August 5 - August 10
Kroka Expeditions of Vermont
Newfane, Vt, (802) 387-5397, www.kroka.org.
Day and overnight programs for ages 7-18. Located on 90 acres near the historic village of Newfane. Gathering water from a spring, cooking on an open fire, and reading by lantern light are some examples of the immersion students will undergo while with us. Students live in traditional shelters from around the world. Our energy comes from the sun. Footpaths lead to many camps and lodges, with outdoor kitchens, hidden in the forest. Please visit our Web site for more information and for summer 2008 schedule.
Nature Explorers Camp
Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center (BEEC)
PO Box 2318, West Brattleboro, VT 05303
(802) 257-5785; www.beec.org
Explore, investigate and have fun at our summer day camps! BEEC, located in West Brattleboro, Vermont, is offering one week sessions for children ages 5-12 during July and August. Campers spend most of each day outdoors, in small groups, exploring our 100 acres of forest, meadow and pond on the land of a former farm. Each session has a weekly theme and includes outdoor excursions, games, storytelling and hands on activities. The days end with a cooling ride down our short water slide. Campers will investigate the creatures of the pond and forest, learn naturalist skills, wake up their senses and discover a sense of belonging and wonder. For information on dates and themes, see our website or call Joan Carey at BEEC at the above number or email joancareybeec@yahoo.com.
Summer Farm Fun
Sponsor: Red Gate Farm, 4 Norman Road.
Contact: 625-9503 or visit www.redgatefarm.org.
Summer Camp at Red Gate Farm is a special opportunity for children to learn about farms, nature and themselves. With only ten or twelve children per session, each child gets individual attention, and the small group allows for exciting projects and discovery on the farm.
Summer Farm Fun (8:00am - 3:00pm)
Each day is filled with discovery and adventure. Children explore the fields, forest, pond, streams and participate in all aspects of farm life. The day includes games and journal writing time. New and returning campers will find each week to be different and unique.
Session 1 - June 30 - July 3 o ages 7-9 o $215
Session 2 - July 7 - 11 o ages 7-9 o $255
Session 3 - July 14 - 18 o ages 7-9 o $255
Session 4 - July 21 - 25 o ages 10-12 o $255
Session 5* - July 28 - Aug 8 o ages 10-12 o $485
*Two Week Session: Monday - Friday and includes an overnight on Aug 7th (Thurs. pm - Fri. 9am)
Summer Sprouts
Settling into Red Gate Farm's forest and farm environment, children will use all of their senses and experience the Earth's many gifts. With a focus on play and communing with nature, participants will explore their inner and outer world together.
Full Day:
Session 6 o July 7 - 11 o ages 4-6 o $255 o 8am - 3pm
Half Day:
Session 7 o July 14 - 18 o ages 4-6 o $165 o 8am - 12pm
Please visit our website for registration information.
Cultural Care Au Pair
Contact, Lisa Aiken, 413-323-9678 or 1-800-333-6056 Ext. 5412
www.culturalcare.com
For more than 15 years, Cultural Care Au Pair's childcare and cultural exchange program has offered families flexible, live-in childcare with a unique international perspective. Your au pair lives with you as a member of your family and your children benefit from a one-to-one committed and caring companion.
Full-year and summer programs available.
Academy at Charlemont Summer Theatre Workshop
1359 Route 2, Charlemont, MA, 339-4912.
http://www.charlemont.org
Summer Theatre Workshop.
This year's workshop will run Mon-Fri, July 2-21. We will not meet on Wednesday, July 4; we will meet on Saturday, July 22. The workshop runs 9AM-3PM, except Tues-Fri of the final week, when we will continue until about 9PM because of evening performances.
This workshop is open to anyone 12 to 18 years old. No prior experience is necessary; nor is one required to be an Academy student. The cost is $500.
For those unfamiliar with the format, we transform a fairy tale into a musical comedy of approximately 75 minutes in length. I encourage (count on! depend on!) the ideas and creative energy of the participants. There is no "chorus" or "guard with spear"; everyone gets a role s/he can really chew on.
We picnic and swim (well, some of us swim) most days when the weather is favorable, work hard otherwise, and perform for (typically) over 1000 people during the third week. It's fun, and it's intensive, and we all learn a lot.
Interested parties should send in a $100 deposit, handed carefully to Ms Mackie, to secure space, soon, as participation is limited. Questions? Call me-Gerrit White-at school or at home (413) 339-5361.
Call or visit school Web site for more information.
Chesterfield Scout Reservation
Sugar Hill Road, Chesterfield, (413) 296-4248
www.greattrailsbsa.org
Chesterfield Scout Reservation offers a residential summer camp program for both Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. Boy Scouts can choose from three different sessions of regular Boy Scout Summer Camp plus Eagle week LIT (Lifeguard Intensive training), National Youth Leadership Training and Appalachain Adventure. Cubs can choose from two half-week sessions for Wolves and Bears and a week-long session for Webelos Scouts.
Please visit the website for camp dates.
Conway
Student Hosteling Program
1356 Ashfield Road, Conway
Call (800) 343-6132
www.bicycletrips.com. For ages 12 to 18. Student Hosteling Program (SHP) is the outstanding teenage bicycling program in the United States, offering bicycle touring trips and multi-sport outdoor travel adventures through the countrysides and cultural centers of the world. Overnight bicycle touring trips vary in length from one to eight weeks. Trips usually include camping or hostel accommodations. Students can either rent a bicycle or bring their own. Groups usually ride 25 to 45 miles per day.
Fees vary depending on length of trip and whether airfare is included. Call or go to our Web site for 2008 trips.
Lake Compounce Family Theme Park
822 Lake Avenue, Bristol, CT, 860-583-3300
http://www.lakecompounce.com/index.php
Open for the season, Saturday, May 10.
The nation's oldest amusement park and Connecticut's largest water park, Lake Compounce is located in Bristol in the southwest corner of Hartford County, Connecticut.
Whether it's chills or thrills that make you happy, Lake Compounce has the best of both, and then some! Play all day on rides like Boulder Dash, Zoomerang and Thunder n' Lightning. Chill near the lake in Anchor Bay, Clipper Cove and Mammoth Falls. Little thrill seekers will enjoy Garfield's Circus World -perfect for ages 3-10 - and Zoomer's Gas n' Go!
Deerfield Academy Summer Arts Camp
Deerfield Academy, Deerfield, Contact: Registrar Sue Neil, 774-1405
http://www.deerfield.edu/dasac/
Deerfield Academy Summer Arts Camp is pleased to announce its 18th season for summer 2008!
A full day coed arts camp for teen-agers. Activities include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography, creative writing, video production, theater, dance, music, woodworking and outdoor education. In addition to arts activities, every day includes a Group Activity Block. The group activity provides a physical outlet and lots of socializing and community fun through: Ultimate Frisbee, pick-up soccer, hiking, slip-and-slide, basketball and swimming in the Deerfield Academy pool, supervised by a certified life guard, and many more experiences.
Session I:
July 8 - July 25,
Session II:July 29 - August 15, for campers ages 11 through 16
Please visit our website for summer dates and registration information.
River Valley Day Camp
Deerfield Elementary School, 21 Pleasant Street, South Deerfield
Contact: Emily Belosi, 665-1155
Sponsors: Conway, Deerfield, Sunderland and Whately out of school time programs.
For ages 5 to 12, completion of kindergarten required. 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday, with weekly field trips. Age-appropriate activities... group games, nature discovery, sports, swimming, arts and crafts, drama, hiking and special theme events each week. For summer dates, please call for summer schedule.
The Bement School Summer Program
Bement School, Main Street, Deerfield, 475-3044, jhayes@bement.org
Director: Jennifer Hayes
www.bement.org
Day camp and enrichment programs for boys and girls ages 15 months-4 years and 5-11 years.
Session 1: June 23- July 4
Session 2: July 7- July 18
Session 3: July 21- August 1
Session 4:August 4- August 15
Please see our ad in this section.
ATA Black Belt Leadership Academy
3 B Elm Street, South Deerfield, 665-2222
www.atadeerfield.com
The ATA Martial Arts Center provides training in martial arts and leadership
training for all ages (3 1/2 year to Adult) in Songahm Taekwondo. The Martial Arts
Center is a member school of the American Taekwondo Association (ATA), The largest Martial Arts associations in the world.
Journey Camp
Woolman Hill, Deerfield, 625-2355.
E-mail: journeycamp@sarahpirtle.com
www.sarahpirtle.com
Journey Camp's nurturing program promotes fun, friendship, and self-discovery.
We foster creativity, develop earth awareness, and build a very supportive community where everyone can feel valued and included.
* Middle School Overnight Camp - New! Dates: July 2nd, 3rd and half-day July 4th.
* Two Week Day Camp (Boys and Girls entering grades 2-6)
Dates: Monday July 9 to Friday July 20. Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. five days a week.
* Girls Week Day Camp (For grades 3rd to 7th)
Dates: Monday Aug. 13 to Friday Aug. 17 Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. five days a week.
*Girls Week Teen Leadership (Ages: 13-17 years) Beginning with a weekend training Aug. 11-12
Adventures in Chinese
located at The Williston Northampton School, Easthampton. (413) 529-3757
Adventures in Chinese is a day camp for children ages 5 to 10. Campers will learn daily conversations in Mandarin including listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students will participate in time-honored Chinese activities, while also enjoying traditional camp activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, sports, exploring nature and fishing. A prior knowledge of Chinese is NOT necessary. Two 2-week sessions. July 7-18 and July 21 - Aug. 1. 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, visit online at www.adventurescamp.com or e-mail summerfun@adventurescamp.com.
Please see our ad in this section.
Arcadia Nature Day Camp
Sponsor: Massachusetts Audubon Society
Call: 584-3009
www.massaudubon.org.
Wooly Bears is a mini camp for our youngest campers. WB has ½ day sessions for children 4 years, dates are: June23-27.
Fireflies, ages 6-12, FFI, June 23-27, FF2, Aug. 25-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily.
Hummingbirds, grades K, 1 & 2, Kingfishers, grades 2 & 3, Great Blue Herons, grades 4, 5 & 6. Session 1: June 30-July 11. Session 2: July14-25. Session 3: July 28-Aug.8. Session 4: Aug.11-22. These camps have age appropriate daily nature history themes. Call for tuition fees.
Camp Nonotuck
Daley Field Road, Easthampton, 529-1440
http://www.easthamptonweb.com/nonotuck/#summer%20day%20camp
Sponsor: Easthampton Parks and Recreation. Camp Nonotuck is a nine week program, for ages 6-13, which begins the first Monday after school ends. The day camp operates 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays and extended hours (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) are available at an additional fee; the fee includes a field trip each week. Camp Nonotuck is an outdoor camp and if inclement weather occurs, campers use the Easthampton High School for camping activities. The camp is a 5-day-a-week program. Activities will include arts and crafts, swimming, athletics, field trips and special events.
Call for fees.
Music Together
Holmes Studio, 43 Parsons Street, Easthampton, 413-527-5300 or 533-3535
www.holmesdance.com
Music & Movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and the grownups who love them.
Summer Theater Program for Children and Teens
Sponsor: The Williston- Northampton School, 19 Payson Avenue, Easthampton, 529-3244
Contact: David Nields, Director of Education Programs
www.williston.com.
During the summer young people flock to our campus to attend a variety of summer programs for both children and adults. Our facilities are used by several outside organizations, such as nationally known sports camps and Suzuki Violin music classes. Our Summer Theater program offers children and teens the opportunity to rehearse and perform plays before a public audience.
Attend classes in acting, voice, movement, improvisation and perform in a children's theater production.
To learn more about Summer Programs, contact Gina Tirrell at gtirrell@williston.com or
call (413) 529-3247
Camp Bonnie Brae
Sponsor: Girl Scouts of Pioneer Valley, Emily Bedaw, (413) 525-4124 Ext. 27
www.gspv.org
Overnight camp for all girls entering 2-12.
*3-day Sampler Programs
*6-day and 12-day specialty and general camp programs. Join us for programs like "Super Sleuths," "Hammer & Nails," "Art 4 Life," or Smooth Sailing." All programs at camp include swimming, boating, challenge course, archery, arts & drama, hands-on science & nature, outdoor cooking, new friends, amazing staff, and all-camp fun.
Other Special Programs:
Adventure Trips for grades 7-12...programs like "Appalachian Trail Backpacking," "Lake George Sailing," "Cape Cod Pedal and Paddle," and "Connecticut River Canoe."
Leadership Programs for girls entering grades 10-12. Water ski for girls entering grades 5-12.
For more information or a brochure, please call or visit Web site.
Camp Nawaka
East Otis, (617) 591-0300 Ext. 120
Sponsored by Campfire USA
http://www.campfireusa-emass.org/#
Camp Nawaka differs from many overnight camps in that campers select their own activities individually, rather than as a cabin group. Each Sunday, campers sign up for activities for the week - ranking their top choices from a list of activities (although we make every effort, we cannot guarantee that they will receive their top choices). There are four daily activity periods, plus a free activity period where campers select an activity daily. There are also special activities after dinner, known as Evening Programs.
Sessions run June 29-August 16.
Please visit our Web site for all information for summer 2008.
MASS. SUMMER CAMPS WEBSITE:
www.summercampsmassachusetts.com
Camp Howe, 4-H Camp
P.O. Box 326, Goshen, MA 01032-0326. Call (413) 549-3969.
www.camphowe.com.
Day Camp, ages 7-12. Monday-Friday, 8:45 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Juniors, overnight program, ages 7-12.
Teens, overnight program, ages 13-17. Teens may sign up for 1- or 2-week sessions.
Echo Program, ages 7-22. This program is for youths with a disability. Day or weekly camp.
Counselors in Training Program, ages 15-17.
Session 1: June 29-July 3. Session 2: July 6-11. Session 3: July 13-18. Session 4: July 20-25. Session 5: July 27-Aug. 1. Session 6: Aug. 3-8. Session 7: Aug. 10-15.
Two Week Sessions - Includes weekend stay-over
Junior and Teens Overnight (campers aged 13 and over)
Counselor In Training (campers aged 15 and over) *
Echo Overnight (campers with special needs aged 7 and up) Sessions run July 6-August 15.
Artspace Community Arts Center
15 Mill Street, Greenfield, 772-6811 or e-mail: acfc@rcn.com.
http://www.franklyarts.org/
Week-long Summer Intensive Programs in Performing and Visual Arts. All classes for children are 9 to noon, M-F. All Intensives are $160 unless otherwise noted.
July 7-11: Summer Strings Intensive with Anna Wetherby & Cecilia Berger, ages 6 - 14.
July 7-11: Crafts with Rhonda Wainshilbaum, ages 6-9.
July 14-18: Hello, Color! with Sara Acton, ages 5-7.
July 21-25: Beginning Guitar Intensive, ages 9-15.
July 21-25: Artist Week with Rhonda Wainshilbaum.
July 28-Aug. 2: Three-in-One: Bookmaking, Printmaking & Self-Portraiture, ages 8-12.
Aug. 4-8: Design & Draw Dinosaurs with Sara Acton, ages 6-10.
Aug. 11-15: Intermediate Guitar Intensive with Brooks Williams, ages 9-15.
Aug. 11-15: Clay Week with Rhonda Wainshilbaum, ages 8-12.
Please see our website for more)) information.
Please see our ad in this section.
BizVenture
26 South Main Street, Orange
(978) 544-1869
YES BizVenture! Learn how to start & operate your own business! Ages 15-21. Greenfield, June 23-28. Sliding scale tuition: $50-$200. Includes 1-day NY, NY BizTrip. Scholarships available.
Information/registration: www.yes-inc.org or 866-YES-4BIZ toll-free. A program of the non-profit Young Entrepreneurs Society, since 1998.
Karen's Dance Studio
Corner Bank Row & Olive St. 413-773-7816
4 week Summer Dance Program. Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Modern. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday mornings. Begins July, 2008.
Please see our ad in this section.
Camp Kee-wanee
Glenbrook Drive, Greenfield, 773-8819. E-mail, campkeewanee@hotmail.com
www.campkeewanee.org
An artistic experience. An inclusive summer day camp with an emphasis on the arts. Sessions: June 30-August 8. Daily schedule includes: cabin meeting, arts and crafts, music, swimming lesions, artist in residence, free swim, cabin time, lunch, snack.
Please check our website for more information.
Please see our ad in this section.
Greenfield Recreation Department
A Summer to Remember
Summer Camps
Sports Clinics
Green River Swim Area
Adult Programs
Family Programs
Licensed full day camps with extended hours: swimming, sports, creative arts & crafts, tennis, music, field trips, and more.
For more information call 772-1553 or check out our web site:
http://www.townofgreenfield.org/1recreat/contact_recreation.php
Please see our ad in this section.
YMCA Summer Sports Camps
Greenfield YMCA, 451 Main St., Greenfield, 773-3646
www.ymcaingreenfield.org
There will be 8 weeks of Sports Camp in 2008 for boys and girls. June 23-August 22. The camps offered this summer include Field Hockey, Basketball and Volleyball, Wiffle-ball, kickball, Flag Football and Futsal-Indoor Soccer, Olympics. Please check website for actual schedules and cost.
YMCA Camp Apex
Sponsor: Greenfield YMCA
451 Main Street, Greenfield, 773-3646
www.ymcaingreenfield.org
Camp Apex Summer 2008: Ages 5 to 15
Camp Apex will again hold four 2-week sessions this summer for campers aged 5 (if child has attended kindergarten) to 15. The themes for each session are as follows: Session 1 - "Stars & Stripes Forever;" Session 2 - "Apex Circus;" Session 3 - "Space, the Final Frontier;" and Session 4 - "Medieval Times."
One-week Specialty Camps will be held. Themes are Outdoor Adventure, Creative Arts and Soccer Camp.
Please visit our web site for summer schedules.
YMCA Camp Allen
Held at YMCA in Greenfield, 451 Main Street
Contact: 773-3646 OR 522-4284, 451 Main St.
www.ymcaingreenfield.com
Greenfield Program is based on Enrichment, Physical Education, and Character Development. Camp begins June 23 and is available until Aug. 23. Themes for the summer are as follows:
Week 1, Into Space, Week 2, Stars and Stripes, Week 3, Around the World in 5 Days
Week 4, Mystery Week, Week 5, Beach Week, Week 6, Creative Kids
Week 7, Camp Allen Olympics, Week 8, 1980's Flashback, Week 9, Franklin County Week
Ages 5-14. Early Care, from 6:00-8:30 a.m. ($30) and Late Care ($30), from 4-6 p.m. or both, ($50) and regular camp from 9-4($130 M; $145 PA,$165 NM).Applications available at the YMCA Welcome Center. Financial Aid available on a first come, first served basis to those who qualify.
YMCA Summer Preschool
Sponsor: Greenfield YMCA
Contact: 773-3646, 451 Main St., Greenfield
www.ymcaingreenfield.com
Please visit our website for summer schedule.
YMCA Gymnastics Camp
Sponsor: Greenfield YMCA, 451 Main St., Greenfield, 773-3646
www.ymcaingreenfield.org Gymnastics Camp will retain many of the fun things from last year some Specialty camps will be offered along with the regular Gymnastics Camp this summer. They will run at the same camp times (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
The new Specialty Camps include Cheer Camp & Gymnastics Camp. This is for those who want to be cheerleaders and those who currently cheer. This camp will help with your stunts, jumps, and tumbling.
Full day Gymnastics Camp is now extended to 5-year-olds. 3.5 to 6 year olds may attend Gym Team Camp is for every girl who is currently on a gymnastics team and wants to work on move up skills, or for those who want to be part of the Gymnastics Team next season and want to know what it is all about. They will have a mock Meet at the end of the week with scores and medals given out.
Sessions run June 23-August 22. Please check website for classes and cost.
Farm Camp at Deer Ridge Farm
Guilford, VT (10 minutes from Brattleboro; 5-1/2 miles from Exit 2)
Director Lisa Holderness, MS, (802) 254-3540. E-mail: lisa@vermontfarmcamp.org
www.vermontfarmcamp.org
Campers experience all aspects of farm life, from seeding & protecting plants to feeding and fencing animals and harvesting eggs. They grow and harvest their own food then make delicious, fresh healthy lunches and snacks. Ages 4-15 years.
July 9-August 17. Monday - Friday 8:45-3:00 with Extended day option until 4:00pm
One-Week and Two-week sessions with a special campfire and optional overnight!
Please visit our website for more information.
Academy of Ballet Arts
East Street Dance Center, 47 East St, 413-586-3888, 584-1595, academyofballetarts@hotmail.com
Creative Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Ballet Technique, Pointe/Variations, Modern, Performance. Age 4 through Adult
Director, Catherine Bervera
Please see our ad in this section.
Cricket on the Hearth
The Hartsbrook School's Ben Smith Campus
94 Bay Road, Hadley, 413-584-3198. E-mail, info@hartsbrook.org
www.hartsbrook.org
Summer Program, June/July 2008. For the very youngest children from three months through three years, we offer Cricket on the Hearth. Parents or caretakers accompany their children once a week for a morning that gives both parent and child a taste of the Waldorf early childhood program. This includes a nutritious snack, creative play, outdoor play, crafts, circle time, puppet show and a good-bye song.
East Street Dance Center School of Ballet
47 East Street, Hadley, 413-584-5535
Ages 8-10
Children's Two- Week Workshops in July
Ballet Stories, ages 5-7 & Young Dancer's Workshops, ages 8-10.
Daily Professional and Adult Classes, June & July
Ballet, Pointe, Repertory and Variations
The Master Series, August 4-23. (1-2 or 3 week sessions) With International Ballet Stars.
Please see our ad in this section
New England Falconry
North Maple Street, Hadley, 413-259-1466
http://www.newenglandfalconry.com/index.cfm
New England Falconry is located on 13 acres of field and forest in beautiful Western Massachusetts. Federal and State permits allow us to provide you with the extraordinary opportunity to handle and free-fly a trained hawk.
Please call or e-mail Chris Davis.
nefalconry@yahoo.com
North Star
Self-directed learning for teens.
135 Russell Street, Hadley, 413-582-0193
www.northstarteens.org
Making Homeschooling possible for teenagers in the Pioneer Valley.
Ages 12-18
Please see our ad in this section.
Whole Children Inc.
8 River Drive, Hadley, 585-8010. E-mail, info@wholechildren.org
www.wholechildren.org
Whole Children, an enrichment and recreation center for children of all abilities, has consecutive two-week summer camps running throughout July and August. Each session features gymnastics, arts and crafts, and recreation programs. For more information, call the above number or go to their Web site.
Tregellys Fiber Farm
15 Dodge Branch Road, Hawley, (413) 625-6448
Owners: Jody and Ed Cothey
http://www.tregellysfiberfarm.com/
Tregelly's offers the family the opportunity to spend time with Angora Goats, Bactrian Camels, llamas, 6 breeds of primitive sheep, Royal Pinto Yaks and more. From the farm, there is a glorious view of the Vermont hills. Collect your thoughts at the Stupa of Compassion, a powerful example of traditional Tibetan stonework.
Summer Ballet Camp
4 Open Square Way, Studio 403, Holyoke, 536-6200
Sponsor: The Massachusetts Academy of Ballet.
www.massacademyofballet.com.
Young ballet enthusiasts will explore the art of classical ballet by
learning elementary ballet, improvisation, simple dances with props
and watching and reading stories from classical ballets. Children
should bring a healthy snack and drink for break.
CAMP SESSIONS:
Introduction to Ballet
Ages 5 & 6, July 14-18 and July 21-25
Both sessions run from 9 a.m.- noon
Beginning Ballet
Ages 7 & 8, July 28-August 1 and August 4-8
Both sessions run from noon-3 p.m.
Apprentice Ballet
Ages 9-11, July 28-August 1 and August 4-8
Both sessions run from 9 a.m.- noon
There is also a 4-week intensive program. Call or check Web site for
dates and tuition.
Please see our ad in this section.
Adventure Summer Camp, Norwich Lake
Sponsor: Wilderness Experiences Unlimited
Contact: (413) 569-1287
www.weu.com
Camps are held in the Southwick, Westfield area.
Each summer, Wilderness Experiences Unlimited offers a variety of summer programs. In a small group format (ten campers per program), we provide a meaningful alternative to large summer camps. Activities are progressive beginning with Day Camp (ages 6-7, 8-10, 11-14), the five-day Resident Camp (ages 9-14) or the Trip program for older campers (ages 12-17). For campers showing leadership potential, a Leaders in Training (ages 14-17) program offers an opportunity to learn the challenges and responsibilities of leadership. New this year is an advanced class, Leadership Quest Program. If you are an experienced camper looking to challenge and learn about yourself in the outdoors this is the program for you! This two-week leadership focused program is for those who are willing to challenge themselves, and want to make a difference in the lives of younger campers and the environment. Hiking, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, caving, backpacking, survival, and emergency preparedness are just a few of the skills that may be learned in our outdoor close-to-nature adventure programs. Weekly from June 30- Aug.22. Call above number or go online for info and registration.
Camp Lion Knoll
Oak Hill Road, Leyden
o Sponsor: The Girls Club, 774-7407
http://www.girlsclubofgreenfield.org/
The Girls Club of Greenfield offers a summer day camp for ages 4-1/2-12 years 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The forty-acre camp of open fields and pine forests is located in Leyden, Massachusetts. The facilities include a man-made swimming area, a large dining hall with attached kitchen, a craft pavilion, a nature cabin and a bathhouse.
Camp Lion Knoll offers healthful fun and adventure plus the chance to develop new skills, interests and friendships. Through a wide range of activities, sports, swimming, nature, music, arts, crafts and special events, children ages four and a half to twelve years old are introduced to fun in the outdoors and gain a healthy respect for the environment and for each other. Most important, children are guided and supervised by experienced counselors and specialists who give them repeated opportunities to gain independence, self-reliance, and feelings of confidence and self-worth.
June 30th-August 22nd, 2008, 9:00-4:00, Monday - Friday.
Please visit our website for summer 2008 schedule.
Please see our ad in this section.
Hampshire-Franklin Children's Day Care Center
59 Long Plain Road, 413-548-9674
http://www.hfcdc.com/
Conveniently located on Rte 63, Amherst - Leverett town line
We offer:
Flexible Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm (5:45 pm grace period)
Open Enrollment Year Round, Full- or Part-Time Care
Large Indoor/Outdoor Spaces, Nutritional Snacks
Successful Inclusion Program
Girl Power
Leverett, 549-1092 or e-mail:
girlpowercamp@aol.com
Girl's Empowerment Program for girls age 9-16 years.
Call for information.
Summer Art and Recreation Day Camp
Leverett Elementary School, 548-8148
http://www.leverettschool.org/index.html
Afternoons to Lake Wyola, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., extended care to 5:30 p.m. available. Bring a bagged lunch, snacks provided. Please call for dates and registration information.
Khalsa Childrens' Summer Program
413-548-9841
Yoga, swimming, riding, hikes, field trips. Call for registration information.
Winterberry Farm
21 Teawaddle Hill Road, Leverett, 548-3940
http://www.winterberryfarm.org/
Winterberry Farm is a family farm that offers small, hands-on farm & fiber programs year-round for families, kids and adults. During school vacations, week-long programs run for children; family and adult programs happen throughout the year. We raise lots of different poultry, sheep & goats, angora rabbits and summer pigs in addition to family fruits and vegetables. Many of our programs include weaving, spinning and felting. Call or visit our Web site for program calendar and farm & farmer information.
Mudpie Potters at Leverett Crafts & Art Center
13 Montague Road, Leverett, 585-3939
http://leverettcrafts.org/
Mudpie Potters Community Clay Center offers summer programs in July and August. Call for summer schedule.
Hummingbird Summer Day Camp for Preschoolers
Summer camp sessions are two weeks long, and operate Monday through Thursday from 9:00 until 1:30 for a flat fee of $25 dollars a day. This includes snack and lunch.
Spaces are limited, early registration is suggested. Summer Camp activities include morning circle, lots of outdoor time exploring the Montague Conservation Area, garden and cooking projects, arts and crafts, water play, games, story-time, music and creative movement.
Contact Gabrielle Slavin at (413) 367-2479 or visit www.hummingbirdpreschool.com.
Road's End Farm
Jackson Hill Road, Chesterfield, NH 603-363-4900
http://www.roadsendfarm.com/premises.html
Road's End Farm is a small summer camp that appeals to girls 8-16 years who love being around horses, caring for them and riding for enjoyment rather than competition. Being an integral part of a 360 acre farm with 45 saddle horses. The camp program provides campers with unlimited exposure to horses and rural life in a picturesque setting at the end of a quiet road.
Please visit our website for complete information regarding the camp, registration and of course, the horses.
YMCA Camp Takodah
Sponsor: Cheshire County YMCA, (603) 352-6002
Contact: (603) 352-0447 or www.camptakodah.org.
*Mini-Camp Takodah, ages 7-10, 5 day program for first time campers.
*Camp Takodah, ages 8-15, 2 to 4 week sessions.
*Leadership Development Program, ages 16 & 17. Campers finishing their second and third year of high school blend the fun of camp with learning leadership skills.
Ages: 8-15, 2007
Boys Session 1: June 22- July 5, Boys Session 2: July 6-19
Girls Session 1: July 27- Aug. 9, Girls Session 2: Aug. 10- Aug. 23
New: Stay the Month! With a nod to our past, we're proud to offer the 4-week stay at Takodah at a $200 discount over our regular cost! Boys Camp: June 22 - July 19, Girls Camp: July 27 - Aug. 23
Short Term Takodah
For campers whose schedule conflicts with 2 -week camp or who would like to extend their stay to three weeks, we offer two one-week cabins during Boys Session 1 and Girls Session 2. (Campers under age 10 should consider our Mini Camp.)
Boys Short 1: June 22 - 28
Boys Short 2: June 29 - July 5
Girls Short 1: August 10 - 16
Girls Short 2: August 17 - 23
Camp Marion White
Richmond Pond, Richmond, 584-2602 or (800) 462-9100
Sponsor: Girl Scouts of Western Massachusetts
For girls in grades 1-12, with a special emphasis on swimming and boating, girls enjoy waterfront fun mingled with a healthy dose of camp crafts, natural discoveries, games and songs. The waterfront staff offers structured swim lessons, free swim programs and special activities along with canoeing, rowing, FUNYAK, and sailing instruction. Expanded archery and new sailing programs for girls, grades 4-10, as well as sports, games and nature programs will be summer highlights. The camp lodge houses the nature and crafts center.
Please call for summer 2008 information.
Please see our Girl Scout ad in this section.
Wildwood, Audubon Camp
462 Old New Ipswich Road, Rindge, (603) 899-5589
Registration and information, (781) 259-2183 or 866-MAS-CAMP
http://www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Wildwood/index.php
Wildwood is a multidimensional summer program for young people ages 9 to 18 focusing on active exploration of the natural world. Swim, play and hear stories told around a campfire. Venture into the great outdoors, examine stars and planets, plot courses and build shelters, catch fish, track animals, plant seeds, and paint pictures. Owned and operated by Mass Audubon.
Sessions run from June 21-August 27.
Please call or visit Web site for program weeks and registration information.
Camp Spofford
Spofford, New Hampshire, 603-363-4788 E-mail: info@campspofford.org; online at www.campspofford.org. Camp Spofford is an Evangelical Free Church family camp located on beautiful Spofford Lake in Spofford, New Hampshire. Camp Spofford offers family and youth camping programs during the summer months as well as various retreats throughout the year. Come and visit for a spiritually and physically refreshing experience for you and your family!
Taking a break from your regular routine and escaping to the beautiful and relaxing atmosphere of Camp Spofford gives you and your loved ones a variety of great opportunities to experience God and enjoy each other. Packed with exciting programs for all ages, a week at Camp Spofford is certain to be a time that the whole family will cherish. What better place to make memories together than at Camp Spofford!
Sessions run June 20-September 1. Each session has a special speaker.
Please visit our website for complete information regarding age groups, activities, meals, rates, etc.
Camp Squanto at Pilgrim Pines
Camp Information
Summer Address & phone - 156 Shore Road, Swanzey, NH, 603-352-1337
Winter Address & phone - 220 Shore Road, Swanzey, NH, 603-352-0443 ,
www.pilgrimpines.org
Email - squanto@pilgrimpines.org
Camp Squanto offers seven weeks of summer camp from June to August each year for grades 2-12.
The camp mission is to present the gospel message of Jesus to campers, to challenge them to take
ownership of their faith, and to encourage them to grow as Christians. Speakers, staff, activities,
and games help create an atmosphere that is exciting and separate from the everyday world,
an environment in which faith can be reflected upon and refreshed.
Activities include big games, waterfront, wilderness activities, ropes course, arts and crafts, camp store,
great meals, crazy skits, but even more importantly, singing and chapel times in the Rec Hall.
Each week of camp we invite age-appropriate guest speakers to come and talk to the campers about
their faith. Singing is led by the summer staff and is always a crazy and moving experience.
Camp Squanto campers love to sing !
Northampton Community Music Center
139 South Street, Northampton, MA
(413) 585-0001
web site: www.ncmc.net
email: ncmc@ncmc.net
Summer programs offered are Music together, (birth-age to 5), Future Maestros Camp (4-7 years old), Chamber Music Camp (ages 10-18), Rock n' Roll Camp (ages 12-18.
Call or visit our website for details.
Northampton Youth & Community Rowing, Inc
Offering quality rowing programs to the Pioneer Valley Community since 1998.
Please visit us online for info on our adult programs. http://hampcrew.com
E-mail: Erin@hampcrew.com
413-230-9254
Youth Learn to Row
Our two-week Learn to Row camps are geared towards kids of all athletic ability. Held twice a summer, programs are designed to be an introduction to the sport. Camp includes rowing/coxing technique as well as boat safety and maintenance. This program meets 5 days per week and is limited to 30 people, so please apply early.
Prerequisite: No experience necessary.
Ages: 12-19, Monday-Friday, 8am-11am
Session 1: July 14-25. Session 2: August 11-22
Youth Skills Camp (New)
Our Skills Camp is a one-week camp focusing on technical improvement and basic understanding of the stroke. Video, erging and an intro to strength training will be utilized. Recommended for middle school, freshman rowers or anyone moving from Novice to Varsity.
Days: Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm. Ages: 13-19
Summer Competitive Team
This program is a mix of high school students, recent graduates and collegiate rowers in the area. The focus will be on training for races and higher end rowing. You do not have to be participating in a collegiate program to participate and alumni are encouraged to join.
Days: Mon., Wed., Friday, 8am-10 am. Ages: 16-24
Varsity Preseason
Our Preseason Camp is open to rowers from any High School Crew. Focus will be on building strength for the upcoming fall season.
Days: Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm. Ages: 14-18
Dates: August 25-29.
Montessori School of Northampton Summer Programs
Children's House
June 23-August 15
Ages 2.9-6
The children will join our skilled and inspired staff for fun in the sun, shade and
water. A low child-to-teacher ratio provides lots of individualized attention and a relaxed summer pace to the children. Each two-week session features a field trip and a resident artist in music, crafts, nature, movement or theater who works with the children on theme-related projects. Register for as many 2-week sessions as you'd like.
Session I:Bugs & Bark (June 23-July 3)
Session II:Rocks,Rivers & Dinosaurs (July 7-18)
Session III:The Human Body (July 21-August 1)
Session IV: Ocean Adventures (August 4-15)
Elementary Art Week
Session I: June 23 - 27
Session II: June 30 - July 3
Ages 6-9
A week-long art course designed for children to experience different art styles and mediums. Each morning's work will focus on diverse materials and techniques within each daily theme: drawing media, textiles, sculpture, painting, and mixed media
Elementary Dramatic Arts
July 7 - August 1
Ages 6-9
The children will write, create and perform their very own play, culminating in a public
performance. From costumes and set design to practicing lines and hamming it up, we'll provide an environment for your children to stretch their creativity, learn the craft of drama and have lots of fun. In addition to theater activities there will be lots of opportunities for water play, games, and frolicking.
For more information please call
413-563-4645
summer@northamptonmontessori.com
Register online at www.northamptonmontessori.com
Please see our ad in this section.
Northampton Recreation Department
Contact: For all camps: 587-1040
www.northamptonma.gov/recreation.
Summer programs include Safety Village children ages 4-6, Kidzone, children entering grades 1-4, Adventures in Recreation, youth entering grades 5 & 6, Teen Expeditions, youth entering grades 7-10. Plus many sport skills programs.
Pre-Season Baseball Skills Training
For: Ages 7-12, Tuesday-Friday
Dates: TBA, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Location: JFK Middle School and Arcanum Field
Fee: TBA includes t-shirt
Director: Mike Laga, former Professional Baseball Player
Space is limited.
Hitting Skills
For: Ages 10-13, Wednesday-Friday
Dates: TBA, 1:30-4:00 p.m.
Location: JFK Middle School
Fee:TBA
Director: Mike Laga, former Professional Baseball Player
There is a maximum of 25 in this program, so register early.
Baseball
For: Kids entering grades 2-10, Monday -Friday
Dates: TBA, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Fee: TBA
Location: JFK Middle School
Director: Mike Laga, former Professional Baseball Player
Mike Laga is a former Major League Baseball player and has played with the Tigers, the Cardinals and the Giants. During the week, Mike and his staff will share with you baseball skills & drills that will challenge you as you improve your game!
Soccer
For: Kids entering grades 2-7, Monday-Friday
Dates: TBA, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fee: TBA
Location: JFK Middle School
Director: Brad McGrath, former Hamp High Varsity Coach
Joe Mantegna Basketball School
For: Grades 3-8, Monday-Thursday
Dates: TBA, 12:00-3:30 p.m.
Location: Smith Vocational High School
Fee: TBA
Director: Joe Mantegna, Head Coach Blair Academy
Join us for this exciting basketball skills & drills program! Coach Mantegna is currently Head Basketball Coach at Blair Academy in New Jersey. In his seven years there he has built it into a national prep school powerhouse. Eleven Blair players have ended up on Division I rosters in the last five years, and two are currently in the NBA (Royal Ivey & Luol Deng).
Pioneer Valley Boxing School
518 Pleasant Street, Northampton, Suite 102, 413-584-1966
http://www.westernmassboxing.com/
Comprehensive training in the science of Western boxing to condition the body, increase awareness, and develop confident interpersonal relationships.
We train ages 6 and up, regardless of physical, emotional or intellectual ability. This includes children with autism, cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
Computer Camp
Sponsor: Smith College
Elm Street, Northampton, (888) 709-8324
www.internalDrive.com
iD Tech Camps at Smith College - Northampton Area
Summer 2008 is iD Tech Camps 8th season as Massachusetts' premier summer computer camp destination. Our popular Smith College day camps and overnight camps boast an average 6 students per instructor (you won't find counselors-in-training or online tutorials at iD) and customized curriculum for beginner to advanced learners. Register for one or several weeks of our summer camps and experience a college campus! Live in the college dorms! Design a 2D or 3D video game! Build a web site in Flash®, program a robot, edit your own video with the best brand name products from Adobe®, Apple®, Autodesk®, Canon®, Microsoft® and more. Welcome to iD! It's time to unleash your internalDrive.
Sessions run June 22-August 1.
Please see our ad in this section.
Summer Literacy Program
Northampton, 413-586-1945
E-mail office@comtherapy.com
Individualized tutorials for children in reading, writing & spelling at
Communication Therapy Associates.
YMCA Day Camp Norwich, Huntington
Contact: Camp Registrar (413) 584-7086. E-mail: campinfo@hyrmca.org
www.hrymca.org.
Sponsor: Hampshire Regional YMCA
One of the ten oldest camps in the United States. The camp property includes 137 acres of picturesque land extending nearly � of a mile along spring-fed Lake Norwich.
Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Four 2-Week Sessions
Session I: 6/23 - 7/3, (no camp July 4th)
Session II : 7/7 - 7/18, Session III : 7/21 - 8/1, Session IV: 8/4 - 8/15
.Outdoor activities, swimming, boating, fishing, archery, and sports. Arts & crafts, drama & music and much, much more.
YMCA Gymnastics Camp
286 Prospect Street, Northampton
www.hrymca.org
Contact Marion Jordan at (413) 584-7086 or e-mail: Marion.Jordan@hrymca.org.
For ages 5-13. Camp is from 9-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. Camp includes gymnastics, swimming, arts & crafts, dance, snack, t-shirt and family night.
Please see our ad in this section.
YMCA Camp Koala for Ages 4 - 6
286 Prospect Street, Northampton
July 21st - August 29th
Mon - Fri, 9am - 4pm, morning, afternoon or all-day options available.
Contact Pam Powers, (413) 584-7086 ext. 119 pam.powers@hrymca.org
Camp is held on-site at the Hampshire Regional YMCA. Theme based activities include: Arts & Crafts, Swimming, Sports Activities and Games, Drama and Music, Story Time and weekly Family Cookouts. Great experience for first time campers!
Please see our YMCA ad in this section.
YMCA Camp Koala
286 Prospect Street, Northampton, April Pollock (413) 584-7086. E-mail: AprilPollock@hrymca.org
http://www.hrymca.org/
July 23 - Aug. 17. Held at the Hampshire Regional YMCA, the camp is for ages 4-6 from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. This camp is for first-time campers, who will have an experience they will never forget. Activities include: arts & crafts, swim lessons, free swim, gymnastics instruction, intro to sports, music, group games, story time, and cookouts with your campers each Friday at 12:30 p.m. (food is provided.)
Please see our YMCA ad in this section.
WEBS - America's Yarn Store
75 Service Center Road, Northampton, 800-367-9327
www.yarn.com
Children's Fiber Camp; Knitting, Crocheting & Felting.
Call store for summer 2008 dates and cost.
Universal Kids
33 Hawley Street, Northampton, 387-6464
www.universalkidsnoho.com
Summer Recreational Programs June 23-August 29. Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm.
Large Climb & Play Structure, Arts & Crafts, Enrichment Programs, Field Trips and more.
Flexible enrollment available.
Please see our ad in this section.
Camp Northfield
96 Wanamaker Road, Northfield, Contact: David or Amy Byron, 498-0256 or 498-2989
Visit: www.campnorthfield.com.
Co-ed overnight camp with Christian Baptist emphasis. Activities include swimming, archery and arts and crafts, in addition to each camp's theme. For ages 8-19.
Pioneer Camp (ages 6-8) Dates: June 30 - July 2
Junior Adventure Camp (ages 8-12) Dates: July 7-12
Frontier Camp (ages 8-14) Dates: July 14-19
Leadership Camp (ages 13-19) Dates: July 14-19
Fantastic Adventure Camp (ages 10-14) Dates: July 21-26
Teen Quest Camp (ages 13-19) Dates: July 28 - Aug. 2
Family Camp Dates: August 3-9
Please visit our website for more information.
Linden Hill School
154 South Mountain Road, Northfield, (866) 498-2906. E-mail, office@lindenhs.org
www.lindenhs.org
The Linden Hill School Summer Program celebrates over ten years of giving participants expert academic support and encouragement as well as a positive and fulfilling camp experience. Making full use of our beautiful New England hillside campus, the boys and girls who join us during July each year enjoy our hundreds of acres of fields, woods, ponds and streams, as well as our comfortable dormitory lodging and healthy and delicious home-cooked meals.
June 26, 2008 - July 26, 2
The summer program is co-ed serving children with dyslexia and/or related language based learning differences. Offers a morning academic program and camp activities in the afternoons, nights and weekends. The age range of girls and boys in the summer program is 7 to 16. Visit the website or contact the school for dates and tuition information.
Please see our ad in this section.
Northfield Mount Hermon Summer Camp Host
498-3290 www.nmhschool.org
NMH is the host site for a number of summer camps. Please check our Web site for a listing of all summer camps.
Please see our NMH ad in this section.
Northfield Mount Hermon Summer Session
Sponsor: Northfield Mount Hermon School.
Contact: 498-3290 or visit www.nmhschool.org. Offers programs for students wishing to enrich, supplement, or accelerate their school-year education. Programs are from June 28-Aug. 2. Grades 7-12. Students can earn credit to advance in school, gain exposure to new people and ideas, come as a day student to sample what boarding school life is like, build on skills that will help in school. Programs include: Middle School Program, grades 7-9, College Prep, students entering grades 10-12, English as a Second Language, students entering grades 7-12.
Please see our ad in this section.
Northfield Mountain Recreation and Envionmental Center
Route 63, Northfield, (800) 859-2960
http://www.neenergyinc.com/northfield/default.asp
River Cruises, kayaks, camping, hiking, environmental programs, public picnic area. Call or visit the Web site for program schedules.
The Dance Studio
Orange, Mass.
Brenda Hall Schatz, owner, (413) 522-4389
Dancestudiosummer@gmail.com
Summer dance programs during the month of July for ages 3 to 6, 7 to 9, 8 to 12, teens, adults held in their air-conditioned facility. Call for programs, tuition and other information.
BizVenture
26 South Main Street, Orange
(978) 544-1869
YES BizVenture! Learn how to start & operate your own business! Ages 15-21. Orange, July 21-26. Sliding scale tuition: $50-$200. Includes 1-day NY, NY BizTrip. Scholarships available. Information/registration: www.yes-inc.org or 866-YES-4BIZ toll-free. A program of the non-profit Young Entrepreneurs Society, since 1998.
Rowe Camp and Conference Center
Kings Highway Road, Rowe, 339-4954
http://www.rowecenter.org/
Young People's Camp, ages 8 - 11, Session 1, July 13- 19, Session 2, July 20-26.
Transitions Camp, ages 11 - 13, July 13- 26.
Junior High Camp, ages 13 - 15, June 22-July 12
Senior High Camp, July 27-August 16.
Overnight camp in the Northern Berkshire mountains. Choice of workshops include community building and personal growth. Gourmet vegetarian food. Activities include hiking and bathing in the nearby lake.Call or visit our Web site for rates and other camp information.
Shelburne Hilltown Music Together
Contact: Lui Collins, 413-628-0197
www.luicollins.com
Music and movement classes for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers and the grownups who love them. Songs, chants, movement and instrument play. Summer session starts in June. Tuition of $95 includes six weeks of classes, 2 CDs, Songbook and "Music and Your Child" Parents' Guide. All classes taught by professional musician and Music Together certified teacher Lui Collins. Contact Lui or visit the website for class start dates.
Ballet Renverse
Buckland Shelburne Elementary School
Artistic Director: Karen Shulda, 625-6442
Ages 6-10 years.
The summer dance camp will feature daily classical ballet lessons and a dance the students will learn. Co-sponsored by the Mary Lyon Foundation.
Please call for information and dates.
Pine Brook Camp
210 Lakeview Road, Shutesbury, Kevin, 367-2643.
E-mail: office@pinebrookcamp.org
Sponsor: Camp Anderson Foundation
http://www.pinebrookcamp.org/ .
Ages 6-18.
Day Camp. Ages 6-11. June 30-July 18.
Junior day Camp, ages 7-12, July 20-August 2.
Teen Camp, ages 12-18. August 3-16.
Christian youth day or residential camp offering canoeing, fishing, handcrafts, woodworking, cake decorating, puppetry, swimming, recreation games and other activities.
Please visit our website for more summer 2008 information.
Please see our ad in this section.
Morse Hill Outdoor Education Center, Inc
Shutesbury, 413-253-1807
Rattle Snake Adventure Camps
http://morsehill.com/summercamps.htm - Elementary and Middle School Camps link
http://morsehill.com/expeditioncamps.htm - Teen Camps link
DAY AND OVERNIGHT CAMPS for Grades 3-9
Camps include ropes course, mountain biking, canoeing, rock climbing, swimming and hiking.
Rattlesnake Adventure Day Camp; Monday to Friday 9:00-4:30 for grades 3-8 with Thurs overnight for Grades 6-8.
Rattlesnake Adventure Experienced Camps; Monday to Friday 9:00-4:30 for grades 6-9 with Wednesday and Thursday overnight.
Rattlesnake Two Week Camp; 2 weeks, Monday to Friday 9:00-4:30 for grades 3-8 with Thursday overnight during the second week.
Vermont Base Camp; Monday to Friday 5 days-4 nights - Grades 6-9.
Survival Skills Camp; Monday to Friday 9:00-4:30 for grades 6-9 with Wednesday and Thursday overnight.
April Vacation Camp; Monday to Friday 9:00-4:30 for grades 1-5.
TEEN EXPEDITION and TRAINING CAMPS Grades 8-12
Mountain Bike Expedition Camp; Bike and camp-5 days and 4 nights - Grades 8 to 12,
Vermont Trip Camp; Canoe, Camp and Backpack- 7 days-6 nights - Grades 8-12
Vermont Base Camp; Canoe, Mt Bike, and Hike- 5 days-4 nights - Grades 6-9
Adventure Education Training Camp; Learn outdoor adventure skills, CPR, Life Guarding & First Aid - 5 days, 4 nights - Grades 9-12
Please see our ad in this section.
Earthwork Programs. At Home in The Woods
Contact Frank Grindrod , Program Director at (413) 522-0338 or e-mail: frank@earthworkprograms.com. www.earthworkprograms.com.
Held at the following locations: South Deerfield,Conway,Greenfield,Shutesbury
Immersed in nature, we reconnect you with the earth. Wilderness living and nature awareness skills. Hands-on activities include: Create Stone & Bone Tools, Become Invisible! Gain Skills in Stalking & Camouflage, Learn Primitive Cooking, Fire-Making without matches, Primitive Pottery & Firing, Natural Shelter Building, Nature Awareness, Primitive Toys & Games, Animal Tracking, Wild Edible & Medicinal Plants, Bird Language.
Weekly Camp sessions begin the end of Juneand go through August from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For ages 6-13 depending on the camp (last year we added 3 weeks of camp and they all filled) Register early!
Call or visit Web site for Summer 2008 camp dates and registration information
Berkshire Hills Music Academy Summer Program
Sponsor: Berkshire Hills Music Academy. 48 Woodbridge Street, South Hadley Contact: Beth Hart, 540-9720 Ext.202 http://www.berkshirehills.org/
A two-week residential/day program (with one-week option and options for additional weeks) that focuses on music talent development for young adults ages 16-25 with special learning needs. July 13-August 9. Participants receive private music lessons as well as vocal ensemble/instrumental ensemble instruction, with other classes such as music appreciation and life/social skills. Fitness and recreational activities feature swimming, biking, nature walks, yoga and tai chi, outdoor games and working out in the exercise room. Evenings and break times will offer talent shows, socials, guest performers and field trips.
Camp Lewis Perkins
South Hadley, 584-2602, (800) 462-9100 or e-mail: ebedaw@gscwm.org
Sponsor: Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts
www.gscwm.org
Girl centered, girl focused, girl fun, girl scouts! One-week day camp
programs. Swimming pool, archery range and sports field. Cookouts, hikes,
arts & crafts, and nature studies. Bus transportation included. Different fun
themes each week planned by the girls and staff! Welcoming all girls entering K - 12.
Please see our ad in this section.
Pioneer Valley Montessori School
Fun in the Sun Summer Program
1524 Parker Street, Springfield, 413-782-3108
www.pvms.org
For children, ages 3-6. Activities include: creative arts, movement, nature study, songs, stories, games, water and sand activities. Half and Full day programs, Weekly sessions - July 21-August 1.
Club Invention
Programs in Worcester, and Springfield, 508-529-3381
http://www.invent.org/programs/2_4_0_club.asp
Club Invention is an exciting out-of-school-time program where children learn through fun, hands-on experiences, and discovery. Children are immersed in activity-oriented adventures that enhance their understanding of science, mathematics, history, and the arts - it's learning disguised as FUN! For dates visit our website.
College for Kids
Sponsor: Springfield Technical Community College
One Armory Square, Springfield. Contact: (413) 755-4502 or (413) 755-4225
http://cbt.stcc.edu/collegeforkids/
College for Kids is a program designed for children in grades 2-11. The courses available for these students range from sports, science, theater, art and much more. Classes are held each summer in classrooms and labs on the STCC campus. Program includes two, 2-week sessions and classes are typically held Monday through Thursday in two-hour blocks.
Session 1: July 14-July 24
Session 2: July 28-August 7
Call or visit Web site for registration information.
MacDuffie School. Summer at MacDuffie
One Ames Hill Drive, Springfield, 734-4971 Ext. 184.
www.macduffie.com
Offers: Art, Dance, Drama, Music, Writing, Science, Computers, Peace Camp, Soccer, Tennis, Basketball. Grades 3-12, full & half-day programs July and August.
Call the school or visit the Web site for summer program dates.
Secrets of Ancient Treasures!
Summer Program at the Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Downtown Springfield, 413-263-6800 Ext. 377/378 Visit us on-line,
www.springfieldmuseums.org/learn
Exciting adventures await you at the Springfield Museums this summer. The Museum School Summer Program is packed with non-stop activities in the arts, sciences and history. Led by dedicated staff and experienced instructors, our programs are designed for students to receive individual attention in a fun-filled, creative setting. The special and permanent exhibits at the museums provide an endless resource for lively learning. Monday-Friday. Morning and all-day programs available. Choose from 3 sessions: July 7-11; July 14-18; July 21-25.
For information call (413) 263-6800, ext. 377/378 or visit us online at springfieldmuseums.org
Please see our ad in this section.
Wilderness Experiences Unlimited
Adventure Summer Camps Southwick, MA 413-569-1287; www.weu.com Highlights for 2008~Extended Summer - 8 Weeks!!!
Each summer, Wilderness Experiences Unlimited offers a variety of summer programs. In a small group format (ten campers per program), we provide a meaningful alternative to large (often too impersonal) summer camps. Activities are progressive beginning with Day Camp (ages 6-7, 8-10, 11-14), the five-day Resident Camp (ages 9-14) or the Trip program for older campers (ages 12-17). For campers showing leadership potential a Leaders in Training (ages 14-17) program offers an opportunity learn the challenges and responsibility of leadership! Hiking, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, caving, backpacking, survival, and emergency preparedness are just a few of the skills that may be learned in our outdoor close-to-nature adventure programs.
Please visit our website for summer 2008 dates.
Zoo at Forest Park
302 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, 733-2251 www.forestparkzoo.org
Summer Programs:
Junior Zookeeper Program, Ages 12-17.
Juniors help with animal care, feeding, animal enrichment, and the cleaning of exhibits, barnyard, and grounds and more.
Internship Program, College Students.
Acquire hands-on experience working with exotic and indigenous animal species.
Zoo Camp, Ages 8-11
Summer Sessions
Nine, 1-week sessions for kids aged 6-11:
June 30 - July 4
July 7 - 11
July 14 - 18
July 21 - 25
July 28 - August 1
August 4-8
August 11-15
August 18-22
August 25-29
Explore nature. Discover wildlife. Meet exotic creatures. Solve animal mysteries. Learn about aquatic life. Keep a nature journal. Do experiments. Hike in the forest. Identify animal tracks. Make things. Play games. Have a fun summer!
Fees apply to some programs.
Camp Empire Lake. The Weight Loss Camp with a Difference
Thetford, Vt., (877) 672-0115
www.campempirelake.com
Camp Empire Lake is nestled in the mountains of Vermont on scenic Miller Pond, a beautiful 72-acre body of water. Camp Empire Lake is located on an historic campground.
Sessions run June 22-August 16. Sessions run 2, 3, 4, 6 & 8 weeks.
Unlike other camps, we take the focus off weight loss and spotlight your child's personal development. We believe changing old habits into positive behaviors is far more important than numbers on a scale. In our highly personalized, fun-filled, supportive environment, campers discover the great outdoors, a healthy sense of self-esteem, and an understanding of the skills necessary to take control of their lives.
Keith Zucker and his professional team of weight loss camp experts bring out the best in each camper, all while enjoying exciting sports and activities, developing skills for weight loss camp success at home, and building friendships along the way.
Call or visit our Web site for camp dates and more registration information.
Summer Adventures in History
Sponsor: Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge.
Contact: (508) 347-3362
www.osv.org.
Discovery Camps are five-day adventures in history for children ages 8-17.
Discovery Camps are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.
Call or visit Web site for 2008 dates, rates and registration information.
Montague Parks & Recreation Dept.
Unity Park Field house. (413) 863-3216
Summer Playground - 7 week full day-camp ages 5-14. Tennis, babysitting course, soccer, mania camp, dance program and much more.
Please call for summer 2008 schedule and registration.
Please see our ad in this section.
The Shea Theater
71 Avenue A, Turners Falls. Contact: 863-2281 or e-mail shea@valinet.com
www.theshea.org.
Summer drama workshops for young actors aged 7 to 14. Please call or visit Web site for summer 2008 programs and registration information.
Great Falls Discovery Center
2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, 863-3221
http://www.greatfallsma.org/
An educational visitors center that offers exhibits and hosts special programs. Please call or visit the Web site for summer 2008 schedule of programs.
West Brattleboro, Vermont
Nature Explorers Summer Camp
Contact: Arianna Collins, school and camp program coordinator at (802) 257-5785 or beec1221@yahoo.com Visit: www.beec.org.
Sponsor: Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center, West Brattleboro.
Fosters children's love of nature in a supportive, wholesome environment. This fun-filled summer camp consists of 8 sessions, each with its own character. BEEC's facilities in West Brattleboro include 100 acres of forests, fields, hiking trails, a cozy clubhouse and sweeping hilltop views.
Now in its 11th year, campers visit Grandmother Tree, Winifred's Woodland Cabin, Frog Pond, and cool off on a gentle water slide. Led by BEEC's professional Naturalist Educators, Nature Explorers Camp includes a wide array of natural history games, hands-on sensory awareness activities, and off-trail excursions. Average staff-to-camper ratio is 1:5.
Call or visit Web site for summer dates and registration information.
Earthwork Programs. At Home in The Woods at Stanley Park.
Stanley Park, Westfield
Contact Frank Grindrod , Program Director at (413) 522-0338 or e-mail: frank@earthworkprograms.com. www.earthworkprograms.com.
Held at the following locations: South Deerfield, Conway, Greenfield, and Shutesbury
Immersed in nature, we reconnect you with the earth. Wilderness living and nature awareness skills. Hands-on activities include: Create Stone & Bone Tools, Become Invisible! Gain Skills in Stalking & Camouflage, Learn Primitive Cooking, Fire-Making without matches, Primitive Pottery & Firing, Natural Shelter Building, Nature Awareness, Primitive Toys & Games, Animal Tracking, Wild Edible & Medicinal Plants, Bird Language.
Weekly Camp sessions begin the end of June and go through August from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For ages 6-13 depending on the camp (last year we added 3 weeks of camp and they all filled) Register early!
Call or visit Web site for Summer 2008 camp dates and registration information
USA Chess-Summer Chess Program
Held at Bancroft School, 110 Shore Drive, Worcester, 888-65-CHESS
http://www.usachess.com/?p=services_camps_Worcester_2007
Coeds ages 5 through 16. Beginners through Advanced. Morning Session: August 4-8, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Afternoon Session: Aug.4-8; 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
All-Day Session: Aug.4-8; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
*Tuition includes chess board & pieces, t-shirt, trophy, scorebook, certificate with group photo and work folder.
Visit our website for tuition costs and other information.
Cybercamp
At Bentley College, Dana Hall School, Merrimack College and MIT.
1-888-904-CAMP
www.cybercamps.com
Kids, ages 7-18, learn to create their own video games and modding, Web sites, programming, robotics and more. Mention code YZKTMF8 for discount.
One week sessions July 7-August 8.
Visit our website for more information.
iD Tech Camps
1-888-709-8324
www.internalDrive.com
iD Tech Camps is the nation's most recommended computer camp! Weeklong day and overnight summer technology programs for ages 7-17 at 50 universities nationwide including Smith College, MIT and Merrimack College. Create 2D and 3D video games, digital movies, Web sites, robots and more.
Visit our website for locations, dates and fees.
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