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Berkeley Mixlab summer camp spots still available ------------------------------------------- The mixlab is for students entering 7th - 10th grade interested in learning computer-based audio production, music and/or loop-based recording, and sound effects (foley). Summer mixlab sessions last two weeks. There are still openings for the last 3 sessions-- the application can be downloaded from the website. The mixlab runs from 9 am - 4 pm. Campers spend the morning in a fun-paced workshop learning new skills, while the afternoon is about applying these skills to a creative project. Each day includes a ninety minute lunch and activity period for recreation. Each session also includes a day-long field trip to a local production and/or recording facility. We supply all the computers (macs), software, and audio gear. You bring the creativity. http://mixberkeley.com email Greg Paxton, Director at info[AT]mixberkeley.com Greg Paxton Camp Choice for Beginning Backpackers ------------------------------------------- Pt. Reyes National Seashore Backpacking Camp. The nearby location is a national treasure with spectacular scenery, easy hiking, and bountiful natural resources for nurturing a lifelong love of the outdoors. Lawrence Hall of Science. Dates: July 8-13. www.lawrencehallofscience.org / (510) 642-5134 Linda Schneider lindas[AT]berkeley.edu Camp in backcountry living skills offered by LHS ------------------------------------------- Emigrant Wilderness Backpacking Camp. Nurture a lifelong enjoyment of the outdoors in this hands-on camp. Campers will practice navigation, shelter building, camp stove cooking, knots, and wilderness safety. Ages: 11-16. Offered by Lawrence Hall of Science. Dates: July 18-23. www.lawrencehallofscience.org / (510) 642-5134 Linda Schneider lindas[AT]berkeley.edu Cazadero Family Camp - Music and Performing Arts ------------------------------------------- There is space in the August 14-20 session - many schools and sports resume earlier now, leaving room in Session B where there is usually none. My best friend and I have gone to Caz 8 years running with our kids, who wouldn't dream of a summer without the creek, the redwoods, the evening jam sessions and campfires and s'mores under the stars. Kid City for 1.5-5 year olds is just fabulous. Older kids have the run of the camp, which is usually half/half adults-kids. The choices of classes (4 a day) are inspiring for beginners and advanced -- steel drums, taiko, Rock band, classical violin, chorus or ''so you think you can't sing,'' yoga, salsa dancing, mystery theater, circus or clowning, crafts galore, or Goldsworthy-inspired environmental art. The staff is world class, the campers ages 1-100 a non-judgmental crowd. Caz was the Bohemian Club at the turn of the century before the owner got religion and kicked them out. Now it's rustic accommodations in tent cabins or bring your own. For all those shower singers and air guitarists and closet artists out there, this is where dreams come true! (But many of us perfect the lost art of napping, too!) jyzq[AT]pacbell.net Cuisine And Art ------------------------------------------- Archway School's CUISINE AND ART COOKING CAMP is a hands-on camp involving cooking, creative arts, and restaurant planning. Each two-week session is celebrated with a kid-created cafe to which parents and friends are invited. Sessions 2 through 4, running through August 18th, are still open to campers ages 6-14. We are located in Oakland within walking distance of Piedmont Avenue. Please call 510-547-4747, ext. 30 for more information or to request a brochure Pamela KEHILLA MAGICAL WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM ------------------------------------------- Kehilla ''Magical Week Summer Program: August 21-25, 9am-2pm, with optional Extended Care 2-4pm. For children entering Grades 2 & 3 in the Fall. Students will explore Jewish themes, such as “Magical Hebrew,” “Mitzvot and Me” and “Torah Time,” while developing friendships, engaging their imagination and creativity, and enjoying plain-old summer FUN! Includes indoor/outdoor games, arts and crafts, cooking, stories, song, dance, Bibliodrama, and Torah in Motion. *Designed for all children interested in Judaism, regardless of previous exposure or affiliation with Kehilla. LOCATION: Kehilla Community Synagogue, 1300 Grand Avenue, Piedmont 94610 COST: $200 members, $250 nonmembers. Extended Care: $70 for members and nonmembers. TO REGISTER: Visit www.KehillaSynagogue.org or contact Sasha at Sasha[AT]KehillaSynagogue.org. 547-2424 ext. 100 QUESTIONS ABOUT THE CLASS? Call Hannah Margulis-Kessel at 590- 6385 or email Hannah_rmk[AT]yahoo.com Sasha Space Avail. in Summer Dance Camp ------------------------------------------- There is still space available for several students to join! We are currently registering for the following weeks. SUMMER DANCE CAMP Ages: 8-11 (experienced and new dancers) Location: Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, Berkeley Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Dates: Session A July 10 - 14; Session BJuly 17 - 21 (Students may take one or both sessions) Session A: 7/10-14 Shake, Erupt and Whirl Nature inspires extreme movement. SDC explores the forms, energy and movement vocabulary inherent in natural phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes and more. Session B: 7/17-21 Forces of Nature Move beyond catastrophe and explore the underlying systems of nature through movement. Explore energy concepts found in nature’s patterns such as gravity, tides, precipitation and more. For more information or to register call 510-644-3629 or visit www.lunakidsdance.com. Luna Kids Dance kids[AT]lunakidsdance.com Spot available at Trapeze Arts Camp 7/31-8/4 ------------------------------------------- We are unable to use our spot at Trapeze Arts Day Camp 7/31-8/4 and would love it to go to another family. www.trapezearts.com The camp has been sold out for 2 months so this is a great oppty for your 6-12 year old to attend a camp with circus and trapeze professionals, even perform in a show on the last day of camp. We hate to miss it this year, it's my son's favorite camp. Please email or call me at 299-2302 if you'd like to take our spot. Price we paid was $260 but we'd let it go for $200. Thanks Marguerite Young m2myben[AT]netscape.net Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp Session II ------------------------------------------- Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp SESSION II still has a few openings! Starts Monday, July 17th for 3 weeks 9 to 3pm daily with 2 snacks served. Learn to sing, dance and act with theater professionals! Enjoy a LIVE professional performance as the grand finale of ''Aladdin Jr.''! Kids entering 1st - 8th grades are welcome with generous sibling discounts and some scholarships available...CALL today to register (510)338-0810 or www.moonlightentertainment.org Danny Buell The Great Stories Workshop - July 2006 ------------------------------------------- Story is one of the fundamental ways we experience life, appealing to youngest and oldest, equally. Stories capture us, educate us, and live through us. We begin with a piece of literature worthy of long attention. Participants hear the story, read it, illustrate it, tell it, and act it out, and write it down. We may create scenery, costume, and music for our tale. We will discuss what it means, compare it to other stories we know, and consider different versions. Participants will deepen a love for oral and written literature find meaning connections in stories hone reading, writing, and listening skills expand vocabulary and comprehension Instructor: Theodore Timpson has worked as a classroom teacher and performed as an actor, musician, and storyteller, directing several children’s theater productions. He has a B.A. from Harvard and a M.A. in Education. Limited to 10 participants, ages 7 - 12 Location: Buell Street, Oakland (near Mills College, 580 & 13) Dates: July 10 - August 4 (M-F, 9 - 12) Fees: 1 week $150 2 weeks $260 3 weeks $360 4 weeks $440 Call soon to reserve a place: 510 903 1402 theodore[AT]achievehelper.com
Kehilla School Summer Program ------------------------------------------- KEHILLA SCHOOL SUMMER ''MAGICAL WEEK'' PROGRAM August 21-25, 9am-2pm For children entering Grades 2 & 3 in the Fall Students will explore Jewish themes, such as “Magical Hebrew,” “Mitzvot and Me” and “Torah Time,” while developing friendships, engaging their imagination and creativity, and enjoying plain-old summer FUN! Includes indoor/outdoor games, arts and crafts, cooking, stories, song, dance, Bibliodrama, and Torah in Motion. *Designed for all children interested in Judaism, regardless of previous exposure or affiliation with Kehilla. LOCATION: Kehilla Community Synagogue, 1300 Grand Avenue, Piedmont COST: $200 members, $250 nonmembers TO REGISTER: Visit www.KehillaSynagogue.org or call Sasha at 547-2424 ext. 100 QUESTIONS? Call Hannah Margulis-Kessel at 590-6385 or email Hannah_rmk[AT]yahoo.com Sasha Gottfried Little House home based Preschool Summer Session ------------------------------------------- Little House home based preschool program Summer Session July 10- July 28th 8:45 am – 11:45 am, M-Th 2yr through 6 yr http://www.littlehousesummerprogram.zoomshare.com Little House small family daycare is conveniently located near 580 in the Estudillo area of San Leandro. It is a child centered half day program for ages 2 to 6 year round. The preschool summer session includes science, art, folk music and lots of free play. Email for more information. littlehouseschool[AT]yahoo.com lic#013418361 Mari Art Classes for Kids at new Art Gallery -Berkeley ------------------------------------------- Expressions Gallery 2035 Ashby Avenue Berkeley, CA.510-644-4930 WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Collage Like Eric Carlyle (Ages 5-9) Designed to connect children with a well known author and illustrator.Basic collage techniques. Basic drawing. 1 hour July 15 1-2PM $20 Windsock Workshop (Ages 10-12) Children will make their own windsock using mostly recycled materials. The objective of this workshop is to teach children basic sewing, painting, sketching, and design skills, and art of batik.2 hours ( 2 week long workshop) July 15-22 2-4PM Price per child: $80 Art from Recycled Objects (Ages 5-9 and 10-12). Kids creating art from recycled and found objects. Will focus on 3 dimensional art pieces. 2 hours July 22 12-2 PM (Ages 5-9) August 26 12-2PM (Ages 10-12) $40 per session Call for complete schedule. KRISTIN LAMB, BFA expressionsclasses[AT]msn.com 415-710-2016 nan **Drama Camp in Tilden Park**Monkey Business Camp ------------------------------------------- Drama Camp Openings at Monkey Business Camp Be involved in the creative process of putting together a play/talent show…all outside! Are you an aspiring magician, dancer, actor, playwright, gymnast, set or costume designer, or director? Try your hand at working with a group of kids your age (and some excellent yet sometimes wacky counselors!) to create a performance piece outside in Tilden Park. For all kids ages 7 ˝-10 years curious about working with a group and making a production: novices and “professionals” alike! The project culminates in a showing for friends and family on the final days of camp. And break up the hard work with a day of swimming at Lake Anza and some sports and field games, journal making, board games, and nature hikes throughout Tilden. Sign Up Now! July 17-28 The fees, a reasonable $475 for the 2 weeks Find out more about our programming for 5-15 year olds this summer and during the school year at www.monkeybusinesscamp.com office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com Monkey Business Camp Fun Mosaic Summer Camp for Children ------------------------------------------- Institute of Mosaic Art in Oakland is offering a great summer camp session for children ages 7-12. July 24-28 $350 - all materials provided. Midmorning snack/juice from Voila! juice also provided. Students should bring bagged lunch daily. Institute of Mosaic Art 3001 Chapman Street (at Derby; just off HWY 880) Oakland, CA. 94601 510-437-9899 http://www.instituteofmosaicart.com Please join us this summer for a whole week of mosaic fun at IMA! Kids love our colorful building, light-filled classroom and giant outdoor garden courtyard! Instructor, mosaic artist and children's art educator, Nicole Bertoline, will lead each fun filled day of projects, mosaic video presentations, demonstrations and act activities. Children will not only learn the history & application of mosaics, but will be able to apply all of the casual & upbeat presentations to lessons and projects that will inspire creative exploration with mosaic. Please stop by and check out our exhibitions and facilities from Mon-Fri. 10-6. Please see our web site for further information: http://www.instituteofmosaicart.com Stacy Alexander, IMA Administrative Coordinator Drama Camp in Tilden Park**Monkey Business Camp ------------------------------------------- Drama Camp Openings at Monkey Business Camp Be involved in the creative process of putting together a play/talent show…all outside! Are you an aspiring magician, dancer, actor, playwright, gymnast, set or costume designer, or director? Try your hand at working with a group of kids your age (and some excellent yet sometimes wacky counselors!) to create a performance piece outside in Tilden Park. For all kids ages 7 ˝-10 years curious about working with a group and making a production: novices and “professionals” alike! The project culminates in a showing for friends and family on the final days of camp. And break up the hard work with a day of swimming at Lake Anza and some sports and field games, journal making, board games, and nature hikes throughout Tilden. Sign Up Now! July 17-28 The fees, a reasonable $475 for the 2 weeks Find out more about our programming for 5-15 year olds this summer and during the school year at www.monkeybusinesscamp.com office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com Monkey Business Camp Great sleep-away camp for horse lovers and others ------------------------------------------- I just registered my daughter, age 11, for Oakland Feather River Camp's Wrangler Camp in July and found out they still have a few spaces available. Her friend went last year and loved it so I thought I'd share the news, though I have no direct experience myself. The new non-profit runs their Family Camp and also some camps for kids in July. They are very affordable and I only have heard good things. Their website is WWW.FeatherRiverCamp.com Soon to be happy campers Junior Center of Art & Science Summer Camp ------------------------------------------- We have had a change in our summer plans and want to sell our summer camp spot for the Junior Center of Art and Science. For those of you not familiar with the Junior Center, they are a fabulous organization on Lake Merritt in Oakland. They have taught several courses in my daughter's Joaquin Miller kindergarten class. They have been wonderful. It is too late for us to cancel without losing our entire payment for the course, however, I have contacted the Center and they have given me instructions on how to enroll another child in our place should one wish to buy the spot from us. Listed below are the details: Session 2 Age Group: 5-8 years Course Title: Drawing, Painting & Clay Time: 1-4PM Day/Dates: Monday 6/26 Tuesday 6/27 Wednesday 6/28 Thursday 6/29 Monday 7/3 Wednesday 7/5 Thursday 7/6 Friday 7/7 Cost:$234 (includes all materials and a JCAS t-shirt) Tiffany Aske tiffanyandbrian[AT]sbcglobal.net Just 3 spots left at Cal Shakes Theater Camp! ------------------------------------------- Last minute: We have just 3 spots left at Cal Shakes 5-week Summer Theater Camp! In this top-quality program, students take classes with vibrant, seasoned professionals during the morning in subjects including Acting, Voice, Movement for Actors, Text, Improvisation, and Stage Combat, then rehearse every afternoon towards a fully staged performance under professional direction. Guest artist master classes with Cal Shakes actors, plus free tickets for every mainstage Cal Shakes show this summer, are also included. If your child or teen loves theater, and wants a program that combines professional training and performance, this is the place to go! Contact Jessica at 510-548-3422 x105 or jrichards[AT]calshakes.org for more info or to register, or go to www.calshakes.org/camps for info or to download a registration form. Scholarships available Bronwyn Eisenberg calshakes123[AT]yahoo.com Kids' Carpentry Summer Camps ------------------------------------------- Kids' Carpentry 4-day summer programs begin monday, june 26th, at our home studio site: Aquatic Park (606 Bancroft Way, Berk.). We offer 2 classes per day: 9:30-11:00 or 11:00-12:30, for children kindergarten-6th grade. Classes are from Monday-Thursday. Tuition is $91.00 per child. We have been teaching children woodworking since 1982. Our classes are year-round. Kids' are taught how to safely use a wide range of woodworking handtools building projects from scratch. Fractions, applied math, problem-solving skills are emphasized. (www.kidscarpentry.net) Michael Glass, Director michaela[AT]lmi.net RADICAL ROBOTS! - Building Science for Kids ------------------------------------------- Discover the excitement of hands-on SCIENCE and ENGINEERING with Mr. Asper the Science Master (Elementary School Science Teacher/M.Ed. – UC Berkeley). Design, build, and program robots and motorized contraptions in our fun and educational summer programs for children ages 6-12. Participants are presented with construction challenges using Robotix, LEGOs, and KNex building materials. Projects include robots, roller-coasters, balloon-racers, ferris wheels, ping-pong poppers, robo-dogs, and motorized monkeys. Experienced builders can test their skills on a variety of construction kits including the 6 foot long Crocosaur or the 5 foot tall Robot Commander! Located in Berkeley at 1700 Dwight Way. Two Different 5-day Programs Available: June 26-June 30 AM Radical Robotics ($275/student) from 9:00AM-12:00PM and PM Amusement Park Science ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM **Register for 2 or more classes and receive a 10% discount! – Noon hour supervision provided! REGISTRATION INFORMATION: 510-593-6181 or www.radicalrobots.org Mr. Asper the Science Master radicalrobots[AT]mac.com Sierra Friends Camps for 9-14 year olds ------------------------------------------- The Sierra Friends Quaker Camp offers children aged 9 - 14 a memorable camping experience rooted in Quaker values of compassion for oneself, others, and the natural world. Campers will explore nature, create art, participate in informal drama and sports and make new friends. While living at camp, campers and staff will create a vibrant community of friends and take part in: arts and drama activities, non-competitive sports and games, fun and physical daily chores, sharing music, stories and reflection around campfires, playing and hanging out, and swimming in our pond and the nearby Yuba River. Campers will embark on two or three-night age-appropriate hiking and camping trips that will inspire: self-confidence through physical challenge, appreciation of nature and spirit, skills in camping and sustainable living, cooperation and teamwork. Dates: Campers can choose to attend camp for one session (two weeks) or two sessions (four weeks). Session I: July 1 to July 15, 2006 Session II: July 16 to July 30, 2006 To apply to camp visit www.sierrafriendscenter.org or call 530.273.3183 or email camp[AT]woolman.org sueblue14[AT]comcast.net Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp MONDAY! ------------------------------------------- Stage by the Bay performing arts camp Session I starts Monday, June 26th in Oakland at Holy Names High School. 3 weeks of fun learning to sing, dance and act directed by Danny Buell, of ''A Christmas Carol'' fame. Camp is 9 to 3pm with before and aftercare available. Tuition is $550.00 with a generous sibling discount! A few spots are open on Monday so call today for scholarships and availablilty. Session II starts in July with some spots available as well... Call (510)338-0810 or www.moonlightentertainment.org Danny Buell Summer Camps at the Julia Morgan Center ------------------------------------------- Julia Morgan Center for the Arts Summer Camps 2640 College Avenue, Berkeley Go to http://www.juliamorgan.org/kal/summercamps.shtml or contact Marilyn Stanley at 510-845-8542 ext. 301. Mad Science Camps Mad Machine and Robots/ July 24 – July 28, 2006 Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00PM (Ages 8-11) Fee $205 Crazy Chemistry/ August 7 – August 11, 2006 Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00PM (Ages 6-11) Fee $175 Into the Garden/ August 21 – August 25, 2006 Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 12:00PM (Ages 3-˝ to 5-˝) Fee $175 See www.madscience.org/mtdiablo. Glitter & Razz Camps Summer Theater Workshop/August 21-25, 2006 Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 4:30PM (Grades 1-5) Fee $295 Itty Bitty Arts Camp/ August 28 – Sept. 1, 2006 Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 2:00PM (Ages 4-6) Fee $295 See www.glitterandrazz.com. Lego(tm) Camps with Play-Well TEKnologies The Junkyard/July 3-July 7 *Please note there will be class on July 4th Monday-Friday 9:00-12:30/ Ages 7-11 Fee $195 Robo Bots/ July 3-July 7 Monday-Friday 1:00-4:30pm/ Ages 7-11 Fee $195 See www.play-well.org marilyn[AT]juliamorgan.org Wilderness Backpack trip for Young Men 14-17 ------------------------------------------- If you are considering an activity for your son this summer that will be fun, adventurous, and challenging, please consider sending them to Project Freedom Quest. PFQ is intended to show young men backpacking skills so that they are empowered to get out into Nature on their own as well as begin challenging them about who they are and their place in the world. The trip is scheduled for August 6-12 and will be lead by three experienced backpackers and trip leaders, Eric Friedman, Jason Gore, and Brad Brown. For further information and all the details of the trip, please check out our website at www.projectfreedomquest.com, or email Eric at ericnfriedman[AT]gmail.com, or call Brad directly at 415-402-7712. We are looking for a few good young men who are willing to take up the challenge, fun, and adventure. This could be the trip that changes your son's life Eric Friedman ericnfriedman[AT]gmail.com Young Naturalist Summer Camp: One Space Left! ------------------------------------------- ''Motion and Potions'' Young Naturalist Summer Camp No, this is not taught by Professor Snape — but local herbalist potion-masters will reveal their secrets when we catch them in their native habitat! We will travel daily to different parks and points of interest in the Greater Bay Area for hikes and nature study. Our emphasis will be on native California medicinal plants, but we will also learn about local rocks and minerals, water flow and land movement, and all kinds of wild flora and fauna. Special nature walks will be led by experts in medicinal herbology, wild food plants, and geology. Our focus is on fun — not academics. There may be a possibility of overnight campouts also, for those who wish it. This camp is for children of kindergarten age and older who love to be outdoors and have some hiking experience. It is a small camp program, run as part of a home-based family day care in El Cerrito. This is a Waldorf-based and LifeWays-based program. The program runs currently through August 11th. We currently have room for one child, age six or older. Call 525-1370 for more details/an application Colene Turrell cturrell[AT]sbcglobal.net
Berkeley Russian School Summer Camp Aug.7 to 18,06 ------------------------------------------- The Berkeley Russian School (Klyaksa) was founded in 1995. Since 1999, the school has been running a summer camp program. This year the camp will be held in Berkeley for two weeks • August 7-18 in Berkeley (1821 Catalina Ave at Colusa) Camp will run from 9:00AM to 3:30PM weekdays. The summer camp program will include: music, dance, drama, arts & crafts, math, science, Russian history, swimming, chess and field trips. The program accepts children from ages 4-14. More information can be found at www.BerkeleyRussianSchool.org For more information, call (510)526-8892 or (925)939-2234. Yelena Glikman Yelenaglikman[AT]Juno.com Yelena Glikman Yelenaglikman[AT]Juno.com **Drama/Performing Arts Camp**Monkey Business Camp ------------------------------------------- Drama Camp Openings at Monkey Business Camp Be involved in the creative process of putting together a play/talent show…all outside! Are you an aspiring magician, dancer, actor, playwright, gymnast, set or costume designer, or director? Try your hand at working with a group of kids your age (and some excellent yet sometimes wacky counselors!) to create a performance piece outside in Tilden Park. For all kids ages 7˝-10 years curious about working with a group and making a production: novices and “professionals” alike! The project culminates in a showing for friends and family on the final days of camp. And break up the hard work with a day of swimming at Lake Anza and some sports and field games, journal making, board games, and nature hikes throughout Tilden. Sign Up Now! Dates: Two options: July 17-28 OR August 14-25 The fees, a reasonable $475 for the 2 weeks Find out more about our programming for 5-15 year olds this summer and during the school year at www.monkeybusinesscamp.com office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com Monkey Business Camp ENJOY LEARNING, Summer Writing Workshops ------------------------------------------- ENJOY LEARNING Limited Space Available! Students discuss ideas and write stories, poems, and essays in a comfortable, supportive environment. Classes are held in the Glenview area of Oakland in a relaxed, spacious classroom with outdoor access. Summer Classes: Mon., Tues., Wed. from 9:30-12 or 1:30-4:00. Sessions 6/26 through 7/26. Barbara Joan Tiger Bass, MFA is an experienced teacher, tutor, and published writer. In private practice teaching creative writing for over twelve years, she welcomes students to her summer classes. CALL: (510)336-0050 or: ENJOYLEARNING2[AT]A Barbara Joan Tiger Bass Reg. extension for YMCA International ------------------------------------------- The registration deadline for this year's YMCA ''World Camp'' has been extended. The new deadline for all registration paperwork, including payment, is Friday, JUNE 30th. WHAT: YMCA 'ONE WORLD CAMP' WHEN: JULY 30th - August 5th WHERE: CAMP JONES GULCH COST: $550 AGES: 15-19 DESCRIPTION: Approximately 100 campers, 50 from abroad and 50 from the U.S., will come together for a week of play, learning, creating cultural understanding and building friendships! The week includes traditional camp activities such as ropes course, hiking, horseback riding, swimming, etc.. as well as activities that focus on cultural similarities and differences. The Downtown Berkeley YMCA is taking a small delegation of teens to World Camp this summer to join in the festivities! Due to the deadline extension, we could possibly accommodate another 2 or 3 campers. We are looking for youth that have a desire to interact, learn from and share with other young people from around the world in this exciting environment! If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact our Teen Coordinator, PATRICK MONTGOMERY at 510.665.3234 or e-mail him at pmontgomery[AT]baymca.org Eden O'Brien-Brenner Rhythm Rocks! Summer Camp (for ages 6-11) ------------------------------------------- Wanna Develop Your Child's Sense of Rhythm This Summer? We offer a creative, non-threatening musical environment where your child can explore and develop their innate sense of rhythm and improvisation, while learning about leadership, respect for others and team work. Sign up for Rhythm Rocks! Summer Camp (for ages 6 -11) at: The Jazzschool (in downtown Berkeley) June 19-13 and August 7 -11 9 am to 12:30 pm call The Jazzschool at: (510) 845-5373 to enroll or visit : www.jazzschool.com or www.rhythmrocks.com to learn more Some spots left in African Dance and Theater Camp! ------------------------------------------- This summer come celebrate dance, theater, and music at Akoma Camp! Children ages 6-10 are invited to join in the fun of African Dance, costume making, and theater games in a supportive environment. Akoma Camp is located in the heart of Berkeley, near Ohlone Park. There are two one week sessions from July 24 - August 4 w/the option of doing both at a discounted rate. Please contact Madeleine Rogin at madrogin[AT]hotmail.com for more information Madeleine Rogin madrogin[AT]hotmail.com Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp Starts 6/26! ------------------------------------------- Come One....Come All to the summer performing arts camp ''Stage by the Bay'' with Danny Buell (of ''A Christmas Carol'' fame) directing ''Aladdin, Jr.'' in two 3-week sessions. Session I starts Monday, June 26th - July 14th and Session II if July 17 - August 4th. Your students (entering 1st through 8th grades) will learn how to sing, dance and act in a professional theater setting taught by theater professionals! Generous sibling discounts and some scholarships are still available. Call TODAY (510)338-0810 or visit www.moonlightentertainment.org Danny Buell The Young Actors' Theatre Camp - ------------------------------------------- YATC (www.youngactorstheatrecamp.com) has 7 openings left for both of our Summer Programs. YATC is dedicatedto helping each student discover and develop the artist within through a series of intense workshops and classes all taught by industry professionals. This camp is a 6 day, 5 night overnight theatre intensive training program. Ages: 10-18 (All Levels Welcome) Session One: July 18-21 (For High School Students Only) Session Two: August 14-19 (Ages 10-18 accepted) (925)858-3548 for Registration information Shawn Ryan mail[AT]shawn-ryan.com Writing Clinic ------------------------------------------- This is a great place for confused or reluctant writers to develop a fresh approach! Taught by Linda Lawton, an educational therapist and middle school teacher, students will learn how stories and reports are ''constructed'', using novel techniques in a small group of 4 writers. We will meet from 3 - 5 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays, July 7 - August 1, in Albany. $500. One space is open. Linda Lawton easy4you[AT]sbcglobal.net
Backpacking program for boys
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Hello,
I am annoucning a new program for 14-15 year old boys that is
happening this summer.
Project Freedom Quest is program for young men that focuses on
connection to nature, spirit, and rites of passage. On a
week-long backpacking trip, young men will be challenged and
inspired on a sacred journey to discovering self and their deeper
purpose in life.
Boys are always seeking challenge, and in our urban world, they
seldom find safe and meaningful places to express their desires,
fears and thoughts. I developed Project Freedom Quest because I
understand the importance of connecting with nature in a man’s
life. I also feel that rites of passage are essential for young
men to define themselves in the world.
If you know of parents of 14-15 year old boys, please refer them
to the PFQ website at
ProjectFreedomQuest.com
--Eric Friedman
Founder of Project Freedom Quest
Eric Friedman ericnfriedman[AT]gmail.com
Broadmoor Preschool Summer Camp!!! (San Leandro)
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For those of you in and around North San Leandro, please consider a week or two of
summer camp for your 2.5 to 4.5 year olds. It's a co-op, so one parent will assist
one morrning a week when their child attends, from 9-11:30am, 5 days a week.
Cost: $60 per week.
June 19-23: Ooey Gooey
June 26-30: All American
July 10-14: Wild Animals
July 17-23: E-I-E-I Grow
July 24-28: Surf N Sun
This is a great way to get to know Broadmoor Pre-school, one of the best pre-
school choices in San Leandro. Learn more at:
http://broadmoorpreschool.org/summer/index.htm
budnickdesign[AT]comcast.net
City of El Cerrito Summer Camps
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The City of El Cerrito is a great place to spend your summer. We
offer 10 weeks of fun beginning on June 12th and a special week
11. We have spaces available for children ages 5-15. Our camps
include: Castro Day Camp- a traditional camp running for many
years with experienced and returning staff. Always a popular
choice for younger school aged children.EC Pathfinders- pre-
teen/ teen camp that includes a weekly field trip to exciting
locations. Mosaic Art Camp- 10 weeks of all sorts of art fun,
instructed by graduates from art colleges and those with
experience in the visual arts. Lego Camp- New to El Cerrito.
Please note that the price has been changed to $162.50 for
residents and $172.50 for non-residents. A Different Way to Play
Camp- a brand new camp, focusing on science fun!
Check out our exciting and new sports camps including
Basketball, Kampsite Soccer, Beginning and Advanced Gymnastics
Camps. Summer days drifting Away camp (at Castro or Harding): A
traditional camp running August 21-25, 2006
For more information about our summer camps please check out our
website at http://www.el-cerrito.org/recreation/summercamp.html
or call 510-559-7006
Shielaugh sdivelbisssr[AT]ci.el-cerrito.ca.us
Fast ForWord Summer 2006 Program
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Dates: June 26th to August 4th
Time: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Time Required: 5 days a week for 6 weeks,
(preferably uninterrupted)
Location: Convenient location in the Benicia-Vallejo area, to be announced.
Cost: $4500 for one student
$3900 for two students
$2900 for three to five students
Fees include software ($900+) and coaching by experienced Certified Fast ForWord
provider.
Ages: 5 years to 18 years
Intake, pre-tests, and enrollment must be completed by 06/15/06.
For more information, please call: Pam Norton, M.S., CCC-SLP
510-919-9966
pcnorton[AT]yahoo.com
Pam Norton pcnorton[AT]uclink.berkeley.edu
Fencing Camp
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Children with all levels of experience are welcome and
grouped according to their age and ability.
Activities include strengthening and conditioning, footwork,
blade work, tactics and electronic bouting. Fencing camp is fun,
challenging, and a great workout!
All equipment is provided. Sport Fencing Center is located at
5221 Central Ave. in El Cerrito. Camp hours are from 9 am-3pm.
Extended care may be arranged. The last day features a
fun-filled excursion. The fee is $295. Youth camp is for ages
8-11. Teen camp is for ages 12-16.
June 19-23: Youth Camp
June 26-30: Teen Camp
July 17-21: Youth Camp
July 24-28: Teen Camp
August 14-18: Youth Camp
August 21-25: Teen Camp
Karen Ladenheim kmartos[AT]sportfencingcenter.com
Karen kmartos[AT]sportfencingcenter.com
Hebrew Afterschool Program for Kinder/Prek
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HEBREW AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (for kindergarteners and older
pre-K): Stories,dancing, drama, songs, snacks, and fun
learning Hebrew. Taught by an Israeli trained in the
immersion method, who has decades of experience in making
learning Hebrew fun for kids.
The program will be located at Netivot Shalom on Acton and
University in Berkeley. (You do not need to be a member of
Netivot Shalom to be part of the program).
Tuesdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 4-6 p.m,
beginning September 2006.
Please contact Katya Gerwein as soon as possible at
kgerwein[AT]hotmail.com or 510-883-9561 if you are interested
as enrollment may be closed soon.
Katya Gerwein kgerwein[AT]hotmail.com
Imagination Kids Summer Art Camp for Ages 6-14
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For the 11th year, Imagination Kids will be offering small sized,
high quality art camps in a backyard studio setting. Each theme-
based camp meets five days a week from 9am to 3pm and ends with a
reception/showing of work on Friday afternoon.
Schedule of Sessions & suggested ages:
1: 6/19-23 Famous Artists 8-14
2: 6/26-30 World Art 6-10
3: 7/24-28 Famous Artists 8-14
4: full
5: 8/7-11 Famous Artists 6-10
Camps are held in Lucy Ames' studio on Cornell just North of
Gilman in Berkeley. The fee is $340. Some financial assistance
is available.
In Famous Artists sessions students will experiment with the
techniques and styles of several important artists. For example,
create colorful animal drawings in the style of Franz Marc and
sculptural reliefs inspired by Louise Nevelson.
In World Art sessions, students take a trip around the world
exploring the cultures and crafts of many different countries.
For example, create ancient Mayan mosaic masks and paintings
inspired by Australian Aboriginal art.
Please don't hesitate to call or email for more information:
510-527-4777
Lucy Ames lucy_ames[AT]yahoo.com
Lego Engineering Summer Camps
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Play-Well TEKnologies, in conjunction with the Julia Morgan
Center will be offering 'Engineering Fundamentals with Lego'
Camps during the summer: June 26th – July 7th.
Take a ''crash course'' in Demolition Derby, challenge the Battle
Track, build and race a Locomotive faster than a speeding Worm
Drive. Explore concepts in physics, mechanical & structural
engineering, and architecture while playing with your favorite
creations. Children will be given instruction and design
challenges appropriate to their facility with LEGO™ Technic and
System components. These are hands-on and minds-on camps
suitable for LEGO™ Technic novices to “maniacs.”
June 26-30, 2006
Pre-Engineering Camp (Ages 5-6)
Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:30pm
Engineering FUNdamentals (Ages 7-11)
Monday-Friday 1:00-4:30pm
July 3-7, 2006 (Class will be held on July 4th)
The Junkyard (Ages 7-11)
Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:30pm
Robo Bots (Ages 7-11)
Monday-Friday 1:00-4:30pm
Tuition: $195.00
For registration, contact the Julia Morgan Center at
http://www.juliamorgan.org/kal/lego.shtml or call 510-845-8542
ext. 301. For more information on Play-Well TEKnologies, visit
www.play-well.org
jeff[AT]play-well.org
Living Language Camp - Creative Writing for Girls
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Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp
for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the
wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience
writing and language arts in their full capacities for self
expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative
writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor
activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper
connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will
delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets
as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit
us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this
unique and empowering camp and to sign up for early
registration announcements!
Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th FULL
Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd FULL
Cyrise Beatty Cyrise[AT]hotmail.com
Mills College Summer Arts Program - Still Space!!!
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Does your child love art, being outside, and swimming? Would
they love to spend their summer doing new and interesting
things? Learn more about us:
The Mills College Summer Arts Program still has space
available! We offer an arts-based day camp on the beautiful
Mills College campus. Our Children’s Program (6-9 years old)
offers morning classes in art, music, dance, nature studies,
and swimming lessons. Our Youth Program (10 – 12 years old)
offers classes in dramatic arts, computer-based arts, and
swimming lessons. All of our campers choose their activities
in the afternoons. The activities range from arts and crafts
to nature hikes, sports and games to science experiments.
Afternoon recreational swimming is also always one of the most
popular activities!
For more information, including the registration form, please
visit our website: Google Search for Mills College Summer Arts
Program
We still have limited space for 9 – 12 year old campers. The
spaces are filling fast, so we recommend sending in your
registration form as soon as possible
Megan Miller, Director athletics[AT]mills.edu
Narnia Playhouse Drama Camp
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Drama camp at Montclair School in Oakland has a few opening for
all three of our sessions. Session 1- June 19-30 (for children
entering grades 3-7); Session 2: July 3-14 (Grades 1 and 2);
Session 3: July 17-28th (grades 3-7) OUR 17TH SUMMER!!!
Focus of camp is the production of a full length play to be
presented at the end of the session. Activities also include
theater games, improv, comedy, video, storytelling and work
sets, lighting and costumes.
HOURS- 9:00-4:00- Before and aftercare avaialble.
Tuition: Sessions 1 and 3- $400 Session 2-$360
For a flyer and registration information conctact camp director
Doug Cole at narniaph[AT]sbcglobal.net or 510-531-5546
Limited financial aid available
narniaph[AT]sbcglobal.net
Openings - Berkeley
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Are you looking for a fun summer camp for your child?
We have some openings at the Berkeley ''J'' Summer Day camp!
Specially for entering 4th grade-entering 6th grade. The ''big
kids'' will go on field-trips almost every day!! to fun and
adventurous places.
For more information and to download an aplication form, go to
our website: http://www.brjcc.org/jcc/camp_berkeley_j.htm
or call Karen at 510.848.0237 x130, karenc[AT]brjcc.org
Karen Cagan
Outdoor Art Classes this summer for ages 4-12
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Ilona Sturm, artist and art educator, will be offering outdoor
summer art classes for children at her art studio/garden in
West Berkeley. Contact her at blauart[AT]yahoo.com or
290-8176 for more information.
blauart[AT]yahoo.com
Park Day Summer Arts Camp
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Park Day Summer Arts Camp offers a weekly variety of visual and
performing art experiences for children beginning 1st garde thru 13 years old. All
classes are taught by professional Bay Area artists who practice what they teach.
There are usually openings available throughout the summer but best to pre
register. We currently have openings in all weeks.
Starting June 19th
and ending August 18th. Weekly enrollment with full day (8:30am -
5:30pm) or 3/4
day (8:30am - 3:45pm). Web site: http://parkdaysummerartscamp.com
Located on the campus of Park Day School, a beautiful and secure campus
environment
artscamp[AT]earthlink.net
RADICAL ROBOTS! - Building Science for Kids
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Discover the excitement of hands-on SCIENCE and ENGINEERING with Mr. Asper the
Science Master (Elementary School Science Teacher/M.Ed. – UC Berkeley). Design,
build, and program robots and motorized contraptions in our fun and educational
summer programs for children ages 6-12. Participants are presented with
construction challenges using Robotix, LEGOs, and KNex building materials. Projects
include robots, roller-coasters, balloon-racers, ferris wheels, ping-pong poppers,
robo-dogs, and motorized monkeys. Experienced builders can test their skills on a
variety of construction kits including the 6 foot long Crocosaur or the 5 foot tall
Robot Commander! Four Different 5-day Programs Available: SESSION ONE: June
19 - June 23 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from 9:00AM-12:00PM and LEGO
Inventor's Workshop ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM SESSION TWO: June 26-
June 30 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from 9:00AM-12:00PM and Amusement
Park Science ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM **Register for 2 or more classes
and receive a 10% discount! – Noon hour supervision provided! REGISTRATION
INFORMATION: 510-593-6181 or www.radicalrobots.org
Mr. Asper the Science Master radicalrobots[AT]mac.com
Rhythm Rocks Age 7-10 at the Jazzschool June 19-23
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Limited space still available in the Jazzschool's Rhythm Rocks
day camp for ages 7-10. June 19-23 9AM-12:30PM $200
The Jazzschool is located in downtown Berkeley at 2087 Addison St.
Jazzschool instructors Alan Hall and Jeff Weinmann gently and
constructively channel each child’s innate sense of rhythm into a
fun and educational musical experience. In a non-threatening
environment, children learn about rhythm, teamwork, respect, and
music-making.
For more information please email Rob Ewing, Youth Coordinator,
at rob[AT]jazzschool.com.
Visit www.jazzschool.com for more information on the Jazzschool
Rob Ewing rob[AT]jazzschool.com
Still a few spaces at CREATIVE STRINGS
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There are still a few openings for the July sessions of Creative Strings
Summer Camp.
We are accepting non string campers as well...guitar, winds and
keyboard.
Come learn or develop the art of improvisation in a very safe and fun
environment and play some ethnic styles too. In the second session,
also classical chamber music.
Beautiful art class and lots of fun and games.
Run by an original member of the Turtle Island String Quartet, Irene
Sazer brings knowledge, experience, and warmth together to make the
experience rewarding and exhilarating.
July 17-21 July 24-28
director[AT]stringimprovisation.org
www.stringimprovisation.org
510-548-3738
Summer Adventures- Windrush School
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful
extension of Windrush School.
This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool staff, and
offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects, exciting
recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic focus each
week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and special
group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children to
teacher ratio of 12:1.
Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without regard to
gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion, color, mental or
physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure.
PLEASE NOTE: THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS ARE FULL
Session 2: 7/3–7/7
Session 3: 7/10–7/14
Session 6: 7/31–8/4
Session 7: 8/7-8/11
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director Cberger[AT]windrush.org
SUMMER SEWING CAMP
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WEEK-LONG SEWING CAMPS,''SEW MUCH FUN''
Hand and machine sewing classes M-F, 9-5pm,for pre-teens and
teens ages 10 and up,in my pleasant Albany studio.All levels and
abilities welcomed.Limited to 5 students per class.
All summer camps are full and paid for , except the week of
AUGUST 28-SEPTEMBER 1st.( 2 spaces available )
Weekly tuition is $300-ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED.
Taught by Marianne Henri, a professional seamstress-designer-
artist,with 25+ years experience working with fabrics and
needlecrafts.For more info, please e-mail me at mjhenri[AT]aol.com
or call M-F, 9-6 at 510 525-6436
Marianne Henri mjhenri[AT]aol.com
The Great Stories Workshop - July 2006
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Story is one of the fundamental ways we experience life, appealing to youngest and
oldest, equally. Stories capture us, educate us, and live through us.
We begin with a piece of literature worthy of long attention. Participants hear the
story, read it, illustrate it, tell it, and act it out, and write it down. We may create
scenery, costume, and music for our tale. We will discuss what it means, compare it
to other stories we know, and consider different versions.
Participants will
deepen a love for oral and written literature
find meaning connections in stories
hone reading, writing, and listening skills
expand vocabulary and comprehension
Instructor: Theodore Timpson has worked as a classroom teacher and performed as
an actor, musician, and storyteller, directing several children’s theater productions.
He has a B.A. from Harvard and a M.A. in Education.
Limited to 10 participants, ages 7 - 12
Location: Buell Street, Oakland (near Mills College, 580 & 13)
Dates: July 10 - August 4 (M-F, 9 - 12)
Fees:
1 week $150
2 weeks $260
3 weeks $360
4 weeks $440
Early registration: 10% discount
Call soon to reserve a place: 510 903 1402
theodore[AT]achievehelper.com
Tree Frog Treks Wild Science Summer Camp!
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Tree Frog Treks Junior Explorer (ages 4-6) and Wild Science (ages
7-12) Summer Camps are now enrolling! We'll host 5 weeks of camp
in Golden Gate Park and 3 weeks in Piedmont Park in Oakland. Meet
and greet animal ambassadors like Hannibal the Plated Lizard,
Julie the Burmese Python, and Walter the Western Toad! Search for
hawks, frogs and salamanders! Strap on your goggles to conduct
cool chemistry experiments and watch hydrogen bubbles explode in
flames! Learn what makes the Earth so special as we build a
bottle-biology habitat for worms, bugs & slugs, then blast
rockets into outer space in search of extraterrestrials! Study
the aerodynamics of a bird wing, then build different types of
kites and paper airplanes! Go on a treasure hunt in search of
lost civilizations! Learn how to track wildlife and survive in
the great outdoors as we trek to Ocean Beach and Crissy Field in
San Francisco, and Robert’s Redwood Park in Oakland! Get ready to
get out, get dirty, explore, make art, and do hands-on science
experiments! Visit http://www.treefrogtreks.com/camps1.htm for
camp dates and registration information!
Jessica Cowley jessica[AT]treefrogtreks.com
UC Botanical Garden Green Stuff Camp
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Explore the world of plants through fun experiments, tasting
plant foods, making crafts using plants, and learning about
plants in the UC Botanical Garden! More information at:
http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu/down/UCBG_Camp2006.pdf
Open camp sessions ages 5-6:
July 3-7*
July 10-14
Open camp sessions ages 10-11:
August 7-August 11
*We will observe Independence Day; the fee for this session is
$155/$145. Fees for other sessions are $195/$185 members.
Call 510-643-2755 x03 to register
Perry Hall perry[AT]berkeley.edu
UC Botanical Garden Summer Family Fun Days
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On the 3rd Thursday of the month, June through August, families
may come and enjoy a special activity in the Garden designed
just for them! From 10:30 - noon, children of any age
accompanied by an adult may participate in a hands-on
investigation, start a mini-garden, or see the Garden with new
eyes through art and math. Featured activities will be
different each month. Consider bringing a picnic lunch!
Thursdays, June 15, July 20, and August 17.
$18, $14 members. Price includes one parent and one child.
Additional adult or children per family are $7 each.
Registration required. Space is limited.
Registration required; space is limited. Call 510-643-2755 x03
perry[AT]berkeley.edu
Cal Leadership Academy for 7th - 10th graders ------------------------------------------- Learn leadership, teamwork, and community building skills while participating in a unique self-contained activity filled camp. Campers will be grouped in teams of about 15 and each team will be assigned two adult leaders. They will participate in an array of activates such as swimming, ropes course, on and off campus trips, community service project, team games, etc. In this experiential activity-based curriculum, campers learn essential elements of teamwork, leading others, and serving the community. The goal of this program is to prepare the individuals for future leadership opportunities in school or extra-curricular programs, or camp training programs. Two week sessions begin June 19th and run $300 per camper visit http://www.oski.org or e-mail: scrainfo[AT]berkeley.edu or call 510-643-2267 Jennifer Selke jenn8[AT]uclink.berkeley.edu FOR SALE: Junior Center Summer Camp ------------------------------------------- We have had a change in our summer plans and want to sell our summer camp spot for the Junior Center of Art and Science. For those of you not familiar with the Junior Center, they are a fabulous organization on Lake Merrit in Oakland. They have taught several courses in my daughter's Joaquin Miller kindergarten class. They have been wonderful. It is too late for us to cancel without losing our entire payment for the course, however, I have contacted the Center and they have given me instructions on how to enroll another child in our place should one wish to buy the spot from us. Listed below are the details: Session 2 Age Group: 5-8 years Course Title: Drawing, Painting & Clay Time: 1-4PM Day/Dates: Monday 6/26 Tuesday 6/27 Wednesday 6/28 Thursday 6/29 Monday 7/3 Wednesday 7/5 Thursday 7/6 Friday 7/7 Cost:$234 (includes all materials and a JCAS t-shirt) If interested, please contact Tiffany (tiffanyandbrian[AT]sbcglobal.net) Tiffany tiffanyandbrian[AT]sbcglobal.net FULL CIRCLE SUMMER CAMP in Botanic Garden ------------------------------------------- Looking for a special summer experience for your child? There's space available in Full Circle Summer Camp, a small group of 12 children (max) in Tilden's Botanic Garden. Camp meets JUNE 19-29 for 7-8 year-olds; JUNE 26-30 for 8-9 year-olds. M-F 9am to 3pm daily. With 3 instructors, plus special tours with garden docents, and a visiting songflute teacher, the children will explore the garden through art, music, journal-making and writing, hiking, science, and gardening. SOME OF THE THINGS WE'LL DO: explore artifacts and California Indian uses of native plants; examine insects and raise butterfly larvae; visit the Little Farm and Jewel Lake; look at pond life under microscopes; discover what plants are tasty (for animals and people), and more! Low-key, fun, with a great environment for enjoying nature and making friends. Join us! Cost of the camp is $200, and scholarships are available. For more information, or to register, please call Alya Davidman at (510)665-1817. Thanks Alexandra Davidman alyadavidman[AT]hotmail.com Head Over Heels & Splash Circus Summer Camps ------------------------------------------- Head Over Heels Gymnastics & Splash Circus Theatre Summer Camp is still taking registrations -- June 12 - Sept 2nd. HOH has a new gym full of light and space. The kids work on gymnastics and/or circus arts in the mornings, go swimmning 2 days a week at Emery High (6yrs and older), two snacks, free play on the gym equipment, three trampolines, a dry foam pit, bars, hoops, rings and arts and crafts. Full ($250) and half days ($175) available but if you pick-up the kids early they get mad at you for taking them away. Go to www.hohgymnastics.com or call (510) 655-1265. HOH Parent with 14yr old in Circus and 8yr old in Gymnastics KAIROS CHORAL CAMP STILL HAS OPENINGS! ------------------------------------------- GOT A CHILD WHO LOVES TO SING? Please Join us for our Kairos Youth Choir Sponsored 2006 East Bay Children’s Choral Festival “Blue Skies” Featuring Songs and Stories “Through all kinds of weather…” June 19 – 24, 2006 Daily from 9 AM to 3 PM At Calvary Church 1940 Virginia Street Culminating Concert on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 7 PM Kairos Youth Choir is a professional, co-ed Children's Youth Chorus based in Berkeley for children ages 6-13. This camp is open to experienced young singers from around the East Bay who would like to meet and sing with other choristers in a fun and invigorating way. Music teacher recommendation or informal audition is required for directors to place participants in the appropriate level. Reserve your space now!! PLEASE CONTACT KAIROS FOR TUITION/REGISTRATION INFORMATION. call us at 510-704-4479 or email us at office[AT]kairoschoir.org SOPHIA Ritchie Ki Aikido for kids, teens and adults (ages 7+) ------------------------------------------- Aikido training focuses on relaxation, self discipline and self confidence. Through our 25 years of instructing children we have found that kids desire discipline and prosper from it. Discipline without judgement inspires self confidence and more positive reactions to stressful situations. Our main concern is for the safety of all students while preparing them to deal with mental and physical conflicts in daily life. We require all students to abide by a set of conduct rules which allows everyone to practice real martial techniques while maintaining a high level of safety. All students must follow the instructions of Sensei and instructors. Any action whose intent is to do harm will not be tolerated. Since we are teaching a complete discipline which includes meditation, breathing and true martial arts, the amount of attention needed is generally beyond the scope of most children younger than 7 years of age. Parents should come and watch a class with their child so they both can see what is involved. Albany Rec and Community Ctr 1249 Marin Ave Albany, CA (510) 524-9283 www.kiaikido.org Mon, Tue, Wed, and Fri 4:00 - 5:00 pm kiaikido[AT]kiaikido.org Kids' Carpentry 4-Day Summer Camps ------------------------------------------- The Kids' Carpentry Program has several spaces available in our 4-Day Summer Camps, Monday-Thursday, with two classes offered each day (9:30-11:00 and 11:00-12:30). We offer 6 different sessions this summer beginning 6/26-6/29 and ending 8/21-8/24. Check out our web site for a complete schedule of classes (www.kidscarpentry.net). Kids' Carpentry is a year-round after school enrichment program (established in 1982) teaching woodworking and applied math to children, 5-12 years old (entering Kindergarten-entering 7th grade). Our Berkeley site program is located next to Aquatic Park (606 Bancroft Way). Michael Glass michaela[AT]lmi.net Kindermusik Adventures Coming in July! ------------------------------------------- Come and see what all the buzz is about! These award-winning, research-based, parent and child-friendly music camps will run once a week from July 11th - August 11th. We offer courses in Walnut Creek, Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, and more. ''Peekaboo, I Love You!'' is for BABIES up to 17 months. ''Creatures at the Ocean'' is for TODDLERS to age 4. ''Confetti Days'' is for PRESCHOOLERS 3.5 - 5 years old. ''Around the World'' is for SCHOOL-AGED KIDS up to 7 years old. To register or for more information, please visit www.eastbaykindermusik.com. Founded in Germany in the 1960's, Kindermusik enriches the mind, body, and spirit, fosters musical, language, emotional, social, and cognitive development, and nurtures the special bond between parent/caregiver and child. Hope to see you soon! Musically, Lindsay Levin, MA, Licensed Kindermusik Instructor Email: lindsay[AT]eastbaykindermusik.com Music Camp for Ages 6 to 10 a few openings remain ------------------------------------------- Jingle Jamboree Music still has a few openings in the two week music camp July 10 to 21 OR Augsut 7 to 18. The children learn music reading & writing through fun folk music games. Folk crafts and computerized crafts are part of the amazing projects that take place during the camp. Children will also learn basic accompaniment on bongos, congas, & xylophones, learn a simple piano lesson, hear musical performances by other children. This camp received rave reviews by the children & parents who participated last year. It is an easy paced camp with three Kodaly music teachers who work with the children throughout the camp. Spanish folk songs are one of the highlights of the camp as presented by Lydia Mills. The camp features two organic snacks per day and an hour in the park of fun activities daily. For more information see the website at jinglejamboree.com or call me at (510) 334-8851 Jeffrey Luna-Sparks jeff[AT]jinglejamboree.com Non Competitive Soccer Camps ------------------------------------------- I am the youth soccer coordinator at Bladium Sports and Fitness Club and we actually offer summer camps through the Lil' Kickers program for children ages 3-12. There are also rock climbing and hockey camps as well. The camps for soccer run Mon-Fri 9-1 and there is aftercare from 1-3 for an additional cost. The dates for the camps are June 19-June 23, July 10-July 14, July 24-July 28, and August 7-August 11. If you want more information on the camps, you can call the club at 510-814-4999 ext. 122 or email me directly at AlamedaLK[AT]Bladium.com oriana obligacion POWER MATH CAMP has openings (Alameda) ------------------------------------------- Come join ABCTUTORING for a full week of POWER MATH! Addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, long division, beginning multiplication and 3-4 digit multiplication, problem solving strategies, word problems and more. Plus, math art and math games 9-3 Power Math 3-5 Math Fun Zone August 21-25 M-F This is located in Alameda just minutes from Webster Tunnel. Michelle 769-6842 abctutoring2004[AT]yahoo.com You can learn more about me at http://www.linkedin.com/in/abctutoring Michelle abctutoring2004[AT]yahoo.com Summer Adventures- Windrush School ------------------------------------------- Windrush School Summer Adventures Program June 26 through August 18, 2006. Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful extension of Windrush School. This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool staff, and offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects, exciting recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction projects. All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children to teacher ratio of 12:1. Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without regard to gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure. PLEASE NOTE: THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS ARE FULL Session 2: 7/3–7/7 Session 3: 7/10–7/14 Session 6: 7/31–8/4 Session 7: 8/7-8/11 Fees are from $225 to $260 a week See our website www.windrush.org or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director cberger[AT]windrush.org Summer Art Camps at Mosaic Forest Art Studio ------------------------------------------- Taught with respect and humor, Mosaic Forest Art Studio still has space available. MOSAIC MAKING CAMP M–F, June 26–30, 2006 9:30–11:30am (ages 7–10), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 11–16) $150.00 (includes materials) KIDS' CARPENTRY M-Th., July 10-13, July 17-20, July 31–Aug. 3, Aug. 7–10, and/or Aug. 28–31 9:00-10:30 am (ages 5–7) 10:30 am–12:00 pm, (ages 7-12) 12:30–2:00 pm (ages 7–12) *Please note: Returning Kids’ Carpentry students may come to any class time! $105.00 (includes materials) FIBER ARTS CAMP (PAPER MAKING, PAPER MARBLING, BOOK BINDING) M-F, July 24-28, 2006 9:30-11:30am (ages 6-10), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 11–17) $150.00 (includes materials) PRINTMAKING CAMP (LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINTING & COLLAGRAPH MAKING) M-F, August 14-18, 2006 9:30-11:30am (ages 8–12), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 13–17) $150.00 (includes materials) JEWELRY CAMP (MACRAMÉ & BEADING) M-F, August 21 - 25, 2006 9:30-11:30am (Ages 6–10), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 11–17) $150.00 (includes materials) Contact Mosaic Forest Art Studio to register 3315 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA 94602 510 - 759 - 6074 http://www.mosaicforest.com jill[AT]mosaicforest.com Summer Mosaic Classes for Kids ------------------------------------------- Summer Mosaics for Kids at Snapshot Mosaics in Montclair, Oakland. Children ages 7-12 years old June Week: Monday - Thursday 2:00pm-3:00pm July Week: Monday - Thursday 2:00pm- 3:00pm August Week: Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 11:00am Have fun learning to make mosaics this summer. In this four day course, children will create pictures, patterns, collages and more using pre-cut and hand made ceramic tiles, marbles, buttons, and glass gems. All projects will be hands on and age appropriate. We will build upon skills learned each day. Studnets will complete 2 or 3 mosaic projects: a picture frame, trivet, a plaque/and or mirror. An introduction to grouting will be included in this class. Instructor: Stefanie Manalo-LeClair, MSW. For more information on kids and adult mosaic classes: www.snapshotmosaics.com or (510) 339-3053 Stefanie Manalo-LeClair The Great Stories Workshop - July 2006 ------------------------------------------- Story is one of the fundamental ways we experience life, appealing to youngest and oldest, equally. Stories capture us, educate us, and live through us. We begin with a piece of literature worthy of long attention. Participants hear the story, read it, illustrate it, tell it, and act it out, and write it down. We may create scenery, costume, and music for our tale. We will discuss what it means, compare it to other stories we know, and consider different versions. Participants will deepen a love for oral and written literature find meaning connections in stories hone reading, writing, and listening skills expand vocabulary and comprehension Instructor: Theodore Timpson has worked as a classroom teacher and performed as an actor, musician, and storyteller, directing several children’s theater productions. He has a B.A. from Harvard and a M.A. in Education. Limited to 10 participants, ages 7 - 12 Location: Buell Street, Oakland (near Mills College, 580 & 13) Dates: July 10 - August 4 (M-F, 9 - 12) Fees: 1 week $150 2 weeks $260 3 weeks $360 4 weeks $440 Early registration: 10% discount Call soon to reserve a place: 510 903 1402 theodore[AT]achievehelper.com
BandWorks Summer Camp - Openings Available
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BandWorks Summer Camps are still accepting registrations, and
new sections of ''The Music of Green Day'' have been opened due
to poplular demand.
For kids 8+, Camp is open to beginners with no previous musical
experience, through advanced players. Professional
musician-instructors create a fun and supportive environment
while they teach kids the skills they need to play in a rock
band-and make new friends in the process. Participants can join
''as a group'' too!
Our week-long Summer Day Camps offer a variety of classes,
including Intro to Rock Band Instruments, which is especially
designed for kids with little to no previous musical
experience (6/19 Intro classes closed). By the end of the week,
they're rocking out in a live performance at the studio. Campers
may enroll for a 1/2 day or full day.
Camp Cost: Ranges from $135-$300, depending on the program.
Weekly Workshops also start again June 19 ... Adult workshops,
too!
For a complete picture of BandWorks Summer Camp & Workshops,
check out the website: www.bandworks.com or call 510. 649. 7738
Julie Chervin julie[AT]bandworks.com
CampZeum: arts & tech 2-week workshops in SOMA, SF
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Camp Zeum, Zeum’s summer camp program, invites kids to go behind
the scenes in the fields of arts, media and technology. Kids get
the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals in a
fun, interactive, educational environment that inspires
creativity and collaboration through project-based learning and
media literacy.
Register & get more info at zeum.org/education/summerCamp.html
AGE 8-10
June 19-30: Zeum Zoo: Clay Animation Animals on the Loose
July 10-21: Mighty Wonders: Clay Animation Superheroes Save Summer!
July 24-Aug 4: The Odd Squad: Create Your Own Character
AGE 9-12
Aug 7-18: Produce & Play, Play, Play: Design Your Own Video Game
AGE 11-13
July 10-21: Channel Z: Shoot Your Own Show
July 24-Aug 4: Comics KamikaZe!: Make Your Own Comics
Aug 7-18: Moving Madness: Animate Your Own Stories
SPECIALS
Our featured camp, Zeum Zoo, is for those who love all creatures
great, small, and imaginary. Add “Carousel” when you register &
get a $30 discount.
June’s game camp filled up faster than you could say “game over”.
So, we added a 2nd session. Sign up before it, too, gets maxed
out. Refer a pal to get $50 off
Zeum
Danceversity World Dance Camp
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Does your 7-16 year-old love to dance? Danceversity World
Dance camp held at Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center
(San Pablo [AT] Gilman) offers an excellent opportunity to expose
them to different dance styles from around the world. Weeks of
camp are Aug 7-11, 14-18, and 21-25. Half days are available.
Please check out www.danceversity.com for more details or
email/call Hannah at(510)528-5098
Hannah Romanowsky hannah[AT]danceversity.com
Dance and Theater camp!
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There are still a few spaces left in Akoma Camp, an African Dance
and Theater in Berkeley for ages 5-11. Dates are July 24 -
August 4. There are two one week sessions with the option of
doing both weeks. The fee for one week is $250, and $450 for
both weeks. Scholarships are available. For more information
contact Madeleine at 510.558.0975 or at madrogin[AT]hotmail.com
Madeleine Rogin madrogin[AT]hotmail.com
Digital Audio Camp for Teens
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Mixlab Berkeley is for students entering 7th - 10th grade interested in
learning
computer-based audio production, music and/or loop-based recording, and
sound
effects (foley). We use current software and gear in the studio and in
the field to
explore digital audio as an introduction to the professional world of
recording and
sound design. Summer mixlab sessions last two weeks. Session one begins
June 26.
The mixlab runs from 9am - 4pm. Campers spend the morning in a
fun-paced
workshop learning new skills, while the afternoon is about applying
these skills to a
creative project. Each day includes a ninety minute lunch and activity
period for
recreation. Campers will learn to produce and master their own finished
compilations of either an original multi-tracked CD, a sound-to-video
project, or an
internet podcast. Each session also includes a day-long field trip to a
local
production and/or recording facility.
We supply all the computers (macs), software, and audio gear. You bring
the
creativity.
http://mixberkeley.com/
email Greg Paxton, Director at info[AT]mixberkeley.com
Greg Paxton
GIRLS WHO FLY Summer Camps
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Voted Best of the Bay 2006 for ''Best Place to Learn to Fly''
GIRLS WHO FLY SUMMER CAMPS
* June 19-23
* August 21-25
In these summer programs, girls 9-13, expand their horizons and
potential as they take to the air using low-flying trapezes,
hoops, slings ropes and bungees. The day consists of dance,
yoga, aerial dance, self defense, performance and more.
*Campers girls ages 9-13
*8:30 am-3:30pm M-F
*Optional Extended Care from 3:30-5:30 pm
Visit our website for fees, registration forms, brochures,
photos...all the details!!
www.movingout.org (go to classes section)
Camps are held at STUDIO 12 in the Sawtooth Building (across
from Ha Ha This Away)and taught by Aerial Dance Director Cherie
Carson.
2525 Eighth Street
Berkeley, CA
Cherie Carson cac1000[AT]earthlink.net
Learning Curve: Back-to-School Clinic, Aug 7 - 18
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Brush up on study strategies and organization, practice mathematical
thinking and
try out a structured approach that makes writing papers a breeze!
Middle school
kids who need some support to get the school year off to a strong start
will benefit
from this three hour clinic taught by educational therapists Linda
Lawton, Jenifer
Steele and Jamie Keller. The three classes will meet from 9 - 12,
Monday through
Friday, in Albany. Call us at 510-499-0994 or visit the website for
more
information and an application: www.homepage.mac.com/learning_curve
Linda lawton easy4you[AT]sbcglobal.net
Lego Engineering Summer Camps: Berkeley & Oakland
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Take a crash course in Demolition Derby, enter the Sumo
Wrestling Competition, design a Mighty Metropolis, build and race
a Locomotive faster than a speeding Worm Drive. Explore concepts
in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and
architecture while playing with your favorite creations. Children
will be given instruction, design challenges, and competitions
appropriate to their facility with LEGO™ Technic and System
components. These are a hands-on and minds-on camps suitable for
LEGO™ Technic novices to maniacs.
Play-Well TEKnologies has been utilizing LEGO’s and other
building products to teach basic principles of engineering,
physics, and architecture to children (K - 5th Grade) in the Bay
Area for the past 8 years. We will be offering Lego™ Engineering
Summer Camps throughout the East Bay this summer.
Our goal of these summer camps go beyond simply introducing
children to the world of engineering, but having them take away
from our camp a fundamentally understanding of basic engineering
terms and concepts.
For an a listing of our summer camp schedule, visit our website,
www.play-well.org.
Hope to see you this summer!
jeff[AT]play-well.org
MARTIAL ARTS Kids Camp at Studio Naga!
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Our camps are packed with fun, focused activies and infused
with the spirit of Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen - a rare
Indonesian martial art offering effective self-defense and the
creative movement of the animals. After check-in and daily
gatong-rajong -- the concept of ''share and share alike'' - -
each morning will start with a vigorous martial arts class
followed by a short lunch/game break. Afternoons will be filled
with scheduled outings and Indonesian craft and cooking classes.
The staff at Studio Naga teaches at their beautiful North
Oakland academy as well as at several local elementary schools
including Chabot, Montclair, Joaquin Miller and Thornhill.
A well-stocked children's library is available for quiet
reading and during lunch breaks.
Kids Overnight Camp: June 26- 30
Power & Play Day Camp Session #2: July 10-14
Please call Studio Naga for more information and to register.
Studio Naga
510.652.6242
www.StudioNaga.com
info[AT]studionaga.com
Studio Naga
RADICAL ROBOTS! - Building Science for Kids
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Discover the excitement of hands-on SCIENCE and ENGINEERING with Mr.
Asper the
Science Master (Elementary School Science Teacher/M.Ed. – UC Berkeley).
Design,
build, and program robots and motorized contraptions in our fun and
educational
summer programs for children ages 6-12. Participants are presented
with
construction challenges using Robotix, LEGOs, and KNex building
materials. Projects
include robots, roller-coasters, balloon-racers, ferris wheels,
ping-pong poppers,
robo-dogs, and motorized monkeys. Experienced builders can test their
skills on a
variety of construction kits including the 6 foot long Crocosaur or the
5 foot tall
Robot Commander! Four Different 5-day Programs Available: SESSION
ONE: June
19 - June 23 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from 9:00AM-12:00PM and
LEGO Inventor's Workshop ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM
SESSION TWO: June 26-June 30 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from
9:00AM-12:00PM and Amusement Park Science ($275/student) from
1:00PM-4:00PM **Register for 2 or more classes and receive a 10%
discount! –
Noon hour supervision provided! REGISTRATION INFORMATION: 510-593-6181
or
www.radicalrobots.org
Mr. Asper the Science Master radicalrobots[AT]mac.com
Sally Ride Science Camp for girls
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Sally Ride Science Camps are run by Education Unlimited and Sally
Ride Science to get middle school aged girls (entering grades
6-9) interested in the sciences.
The camps are residential, though commuter options are available,
and are held on college campuses including UC Berkeley and
Stanford University.
At Sally Ride Science Camps, girls choose a major:
* Marine Science
* Astronomy
* Robotics
Each morning the girls meet in classes of 10 or fewer per
instructor to work on projects related to their major, and in the
afternoons meet for other science related labs, workshops and
activities including art projects, presentations, mini-soccer
tournaments, egg-drop competitions, etc.
All classes are taught by female scientists and science teachers,
with female assistant teachers and couselors who not only have a
background in science (ie late college students studying a
science majors, science-related grad students) but also
experience working with girls in this age group.
Education Unlimited can be reached at 510.548.6612 or
http://www.educationunlimited.com.
Penny uhohpenny[AT]yahoo.com
Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006
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We still have a few spots remaining in Session I (June 26 -
July 14) of ''Stage by the Bay'' Performing Arts Camp. Session
II is open July 17 - August 4th. To register (510)338-0810 or
www.moonlightentertainment.org...Your kids entering 1st through
8th grades will learn how to sing, dance and act at Holy Names
High School
boogie014[AT]yahoo.com
Summer Adventures- Windrush School
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a
wonderful
extension of Windrush School. This art-based program is designed and
run by the
Windrush Afterschool staff, and offers an intimate camp experience,
engaging
''hands-on'' projects, exciting recreational activities emphasizing
cooperative play,
and a new thematic focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by
field trips
around the Bay Area and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals
and
refrigerator box construction projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum
children to
teacher ratio of 12:1.
Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without
regard to
gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion,
color, mental or
physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure.
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information
PLEASE NOTE: THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS ARE FULL
Session 2: 7/3-7/7
Session 3: 7/10–7/14
Session 6: 7/31–8/4
Session 7: 8/7–8/11
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director Cberger[AT]windrush.org
Summer Music camps at Crowden
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Looking for a fun experience for your musical child this
summer? The Crowden Music Center still has openings in the
following summer camps.
Summer Music & Opera camp is for ages 8-13, beginning and
intermediate string players who enjoy singing. Activities
include violin or cello classes or small group string ensembles
(placement by experience), plus participation in a fully staged
opera production -- which this year will be Gilbert &
Sullivan's The Mikado. Camp meets Monday - Friday from 9am -
3pm, June 26 - July 14. Tuition $890.
Summer Music Berkeley camp is for string players with previous
experience, ages 7-18. Chamber music and string orchestra with
daily bowing & technique classes, music theory & composition,
and fiddling. Monday - Friday from 8am - 1:45pm, July 17-28.
Tuition $700. Audition required.
Farallon Brass camp is for brass players age 10-18. Master
classes, chamber music, music theory and and brass choir with
members of the Farallon Brass Ensemble. Camp meets Monday -
Friday from 9am - 2pm, August 7-18. Tuition $600.
For more information, please visit our web site at
www.crowden.org or call (510) 559-2941.
Marion Atherton
THEATER ARTS FOR KIDS - Contra Costa Chorus
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Just a reminder that Theater Arts for Kids is now enrolling.
It's a fantastic program for kids who areinterested in acting,
singing, dancing and producing shows. Kids 7-17 are welcome,
and the director is very charismatic and has lots of experience.
The sessions are three weeks long with a full Broadway show at
the end.
Call 925 945-7101 for more info or check out their website at
www.childrenschorus.org
colleen
The 55th Street Summer Camp
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THE 55th STREET SHADOW PUPPET CAMP
*Dates: Sunday, June 25- Saturday July 1st
*Time: 9am-4pm
*Extended care available
*Located in North Oakland
*Ages 12-17 (Musicially-inclined students encouraged)
At this inovative camp, campers will create and
perform an original shadow puppet show from start to
finish. Activities include silk screening posters,
building puppets, musical instruction and performance,
and the integration of music and visual elements.
Session fee: $250 ($350 with extended care 8am-6pm),
and scholarships are available.
The 55th Street Shadow Puppet Camp is organized and
instructed by
Emma Spertus and Mary Dougherty of Quelquefois Shadow
Puppet Theater of Oakland. Mary is an accomplished
violinist, musical director and music teacher,
currently working with the Berkeley High Orchestra.
Emma is an experienced puppeteer, who has worked with
Bread and Puppet Theater in Vermont and In the Heart
of the Beast Theater in Minnesota.
CONTACT: Mary Dougherty at 510-684-8979 or email
puppetcamp[AT]yahoo.com
Emma Spertus espertus[AT]yahoo.com
Waldorf Summer Camp (All Ages)/Preschool
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Summer openings at A Mother's Care: We have openings for preschool age
children in our Waldorf-based daycare/preschool, starting in June. Also
we
have a special hiking/naturalist summer camp for robust kindergarteners
and
older children who love to be in nature. Call or e-mail if you would
like more
info on either program: 525-1370
Colene Turrell cturrell[AT]sbcglobal.net
Summer Dance Camp (ages 8-11)
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SUMMER DANCE CAMP
Ages: 8-11 (experienced and new dancers)
Location: Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, Berkeley
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dates: Session A July 10 - 14; Session B July 17 - 21
(Students may take one or both sessions)
Session A: 7/10-14 Shake, Erupt and Whirl
Nature inspires extreme movement. SDC explores the forms,
energy and movement vocabulary inherent in natural phenomena
such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes and more.
Session B: 7/17-21 Forces of Nature
Move beyond catastrophe and explore the underlying systems of
nature through movement. Explore energy concepts found in
nature’s patterns such as gravity, tides, precipitation and
more.
Call Luna Kids Dance 510-644-3629
kids[AT]lunakidsdance.com
Art Camp: Imagination Kids Ages 6-14
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For the 11th year, Imagination Kids will be offering small sized,
high quality art camps in a backyard studio setting. Each theme-
based camp meets five days a week from 9am to 3pm and ends with a
reception/showing of work on Friday afternoon.
Schedule of Sessions & suggested ages:
1: 6/19-23 Famous Artists 8-14
2: 6/26-30 World Art 6-10
3: 7/24-28 Famous Artists 8-14
4: (full)
5: 8/7-11 Famous Artists 6-10
Camps are held in Lucy's studio on Cornell just North of
Gilman in Berkeley. The fee is $340. Some financial assistance is
available.
In Famous Artists sessions students will experiment with the
techniques and styles of several important artists. For example,
create colorful animal drawings in the style of Franz Marc and
sculptural reliefs inspired by Louise Nevelson.
In World Art sessions, students take a trip around the world as
we explore the cultures and crafts of many different countries.
For example, create ancient Mayan mosaic masks and paintings
inspired by Australian Aboriginal art.
Please don't hesitate to call or email for more information:
510-527-4777
Lucy Ames lucy_ames[AT]yahoo.com
BRS Summer Camp Walnut Creek July & BerkeleyAug.06
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The Berkeley Russian School (Klyaksa) was founded in 1995. Since
1999, the school has been running a summer camp program.
This year the camp will be held in two sessions of two weeks
each:
• July 10-21 in Walnut Creek (500 Minert Rd) and
• August 7-18 in Berkeley (1821 Catalina Ave at Colusa)
Both sessions will run from 9:00AM to 3:30PM weekdays. The
summer camp program will include: music, dance, drama, arts &
crafts, math, science, Russian history, swimming, chess and
field trips. The program accepts children from ages 4-14. More
information can be found at www.BerkeleyRussianSchool.org
For more information, call (510)526-8892 or (925)939-2234.
Yelena Glikman Yelenaglikman[AT]Juno.com
Digital Audio Camp for Teens
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Beats, loops, tunes, radio spots, podcasts-- the sound of one hand
clapping?
Berkeley Mixlab is a summer camp for students entering 7th - 10th grade
interested
in learning music and/or loop-based recording, and sound effects
(foley). We use
state-of-the-art software and gear, working in the studio and in the
field to
explore digital audio as an introduction to the professional world of
recording and
sound design.
Summer mixlab sessions last two weeks. Session one begins June 26.
The mixlab runs from 9 am - 4 pm. Mornings are fun-paced workshops,
while the
afternoon is about applying new skills to a creative project. Each day
includes a 90
minute lunch/activity period for recreation. Campers will learn to
produce and
master their own finished compilations of either an original
multi-tracked CD, a
sound-to-video project, or an internet podcast. Each session also
includes a day-
long field trip to a local production and/or recording facility.
We supply all the computers (macs), software, and audio gear. You bring
the
creativity.
http://mixberkeley.com/
email Greg Paxton, Director at info[AT]mixberkeley.com
DRAMA DAYS: A Summer Recess Program for Ages 3-5
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We have a few opening in our June session, June 19 - 23, 2006.
Berkeley Hills Nursery School
1161 Sterling Avenue, (2 blocks below Grizzly Peak)
9:00 - 1:00 PM
$250 for the session
Drama Days, a Summer Recess program for 3, 4 & 5-year-old
program is in its 20th year! Given by veteran preschool
directors, Terry Gillen (Berkeley Hills) & Jill Shugart (Gan
Ilan Preschool), Drama Days focuses on creative dramatics as a
means of expression. Children will participate in acting out
familiar fairy tales or stories, as well as making simple
costumes and props for their dramatic ventures. In addition,
other art, cooking, inside and outside activities will be
offered.
For further information and to enroll,
contact Terry at 510-528-0309 or Jill at
jshugart[AT]gmail.com
free soccer lessons for 4 years old children
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Hi,
I will be coaching soccer to a group of 4 years old children.
Any one interested just send me an email and I will let you
know where, and when we might get together to kick the ball
around.
Every weekend we get together in Albany with my 4 year old son
for a bit of soccer. We always have kids playing with us,
which makes it even more fun.
We just get together to kick the ball and have fun. Nothing
serious. But, in the future, after selecting a group of kids
who click, I might sign them in a soccer league for kids for
their age in the Albany/Berkeley Soccer League.
Let's let them have fun for now. I think soccer is a very
safe,fun sport, which I recommend to any parent!
Please let me know.
Alberto
5106722546
adriaz[AT]earthlink.net
Alberto adriaz[AT]earthlink.net
Fun Filled Martial Arts Day Camp
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Ages 4-6
June 18-23 9 am-noon
Ages 7-14
August 7 -11 9-4 daily
Aug 14-18 9-4 daily
Our ever-popular martial arts camp is happening again this year!
Whether your trying a martial art for the first time, or working on
advancement in your style, there will be something for everyone.
Classes include karate, judo and aikido techniques as well as yoga,
aerobic fitness and self defense. Swim for an hour daily and enjoy a
field trip each week, related arts and crafts and play time at a local
park.
The camp is open to all styles, first timers and seasoned martial
artists.
Our convenient location on San Pablo in Emeryville makes us
accessible from all major highways and local thoroughfares.
Don't miss the June 1st discount!
(Sign up with a $50 (non-refundable) deposit by June 1st and pay in
full
by July 1.)
Siblings get an additional 5% discount
Early drop off (8 am) add'l $20 per person
Extended care ('til 6 pm) $25 per person
visit our website for full details or call
http://www. skillsforsafeliving.com
428-1979
terri[AT]skillsforsafeliving.com
HORSE LOVERS/SOCIAL SKILLS BUILDING MINI CAMP
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HORSE LOVERS/SOCIAL SKILLS BUILDING MINI CAMP
July 10-26
OPENINGS IN MORNING SESSION: Monday & Wednesdays 10am-12:30pm.
Ages 7-18.
Cost: $1,500 includes phone intake interview, six two-and a half hour
group
sessions, written feedback and horse/stable fees.
Space limited to six participants.
LOCATION: BRIONES PARK, ORINDA
Two psychologists (Christine Duis, PhD & Maria Antonaidis, PhD), and an
expressive
arts therapist (Laura Soble, MFT, REAT) team with equine specialists
and horses for
a summer experience that involves peer collaboration, social skill
training, and
expressive arts, while working with horses in a ranch setting.
Our program is unique in that it allows for direct observations of
behaviors,
emotional responses, and social skill issues in real-time situations.
The experiential
nature of the sessions provide a powerful tool for helping children
develop greater
self-awareness, and practice new skills.
Call Dr. Christine Duis at TRAILS TO SUCCESS, 925-256-4400, for more
information
Laura Soble
June 3 FREE Open House Camp for ages 5-10
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Super Summer Camp is having a FREE open house!
WHEN: Saturday, June 3
TIME: 10am-1pm
WHERE: 2607 7th street Suite E, Berkeley
OPEN HOUSE FOR ALL FAMILIES:
Children (ages 5-10) and families are invited to come
experience what our Super Summer Camp is like. * Music*
Dramatics * Movement *Bookmaking *Games and Storytelling in our
Magic Castle and more... Meet our teachers/creators of our camp
and sample our rich curriculum.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE:
Best of all: we will be awarding partial and full
Scholarships at our Open House.
DESCRIPTION:
*Come find out how our camp will fit your families needs!
*No other camp offers such a flexible schedule (come AM,PM,
Full Days.Choose M/W/F, T/TH or Full weeks)
*Our robust curriculum and activities are developed and taught
by teachers (teen counselors will assist depending on daily
group size). To find out more please visit:
www.classroommatters.com
RSVP:
Please call 510-540-8646, Classroom Matters,or email
molly[AT]classroommatters.com.
Symba EdVentures and Classroom Matters
Ki Aikido for Kids and Teens (ages 7+)
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Aikido training focuses on relaxation, self discipline and self
confidence.
Through our 25 years of instructing children we have found that
kids desire discipline and prosper from it. Discipline without
judgement inspires self confidence and more positive reactions
to stressful situations.
Our main concern is for the safety of all students while
preparing them to deal with mental and physical conflicts in
daily life. We require all students to abide by a set of
conduct rules which allows everyone to practice real martial
techniques while maintaining a high level of safety.
All students must follow the instructions of Sensei and
instructors. Any action whose intent is to do harm will not be
tolerated.
Since we are teaching a complete discipline which includes
meditation, breathing and true martial arts, the amount of
attention needed is generally beyond the scope of most children
younger than 7 years of age.
Parents should come and watch a class with their child so they
both can see what is involved.
Albany Rec and Community Ctr
1249 Marin Ave
Albany, CA
(510) 524-9283
www.kiaikido.org
Mon, Tue, Wed, and Fri 4:00 - 5:00 pm
kiaikido[AT]kiaikido.org
Kindermusik Adventures - Come join the fun!
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Come join the fun with Kindermusik Adventures this summer!
These music camps will run once a week from July 11th - August
11th. We have courses in Walnut Creek, Danville, San Ramon,
Dublin, and more:
''Peekaboo, I Love You!'' (0-18 mos.)
''Creatures at the Ocean'' (18 mos. - 3.5 years)
''Confetti Days'' (3.5 years - 5 years)
''Around the World'' (5-7 years)
Founded in Germany in the 1960's, Kindermusik enriches the
mind, body, and spirit, fosters musical, language, emotional,
social, and cognitive development, and nurtures the special
bond between parent/caregiver and child.
To register or for more information on Kindermusik summer
programs, teachers, schedules, and additional locations from
Hercules to Mountain View, please visit
www.eastbaykindermusik.com. Hope to see you soon!
Musically,
''Miss'' Lindsay. Email: lindsay[AT]eastbaykindermusik.com
Living Language Camp- Creative Writing for Girls
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Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp
for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the
wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience
writing and language arts in their full capacities for self
expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative
writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor
activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper
connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will
delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets
as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit
us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this
unique and empowering camp. Only one space remains in each
session!
Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th
Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd
Cyrise Beatty cyrise[AT]hotmail.com
**Monkey Biz Camp**Berkeley & Oakland--openings
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*Monkey Business Camp--Summer Camp June 12-Sept 1*
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In our 8th year!
Monkey Business Camp takes place in the beautiful outdoors at
Berkeley’s Tilden Park and Oakland’s Roberts Park. We have
created action packed days with an array of activities guaranteed
to be more fun than a barrel of monkeys. This summer’s themes
are listed below!
*Campers ages 5-10
*Youth Leaders ages 11-15
*8:30 am-3:30pm M-F
*Optional Extended Care from 8:00-8:30 am and 3:30-6:00 pm
2 Locations:
*Berkeley's Tilden Park
--June 12-16-Pirates
--June 19-23-Magical Mystery Tour
--July 5-14-Carpentry
--July 17-28- Drama/Performing Arts
--July 31-August 11--Mad Science (FULL for 5-7.5 year olds)
--August 14-25- Drama/Performing Arts
--August 28-September 1- Magical Mystery Tour
*Oakland's Roberts Park
--July 5-14-Mad Science
--July 17-28- Drama/Performing Arts
--July 31-August 11-Magical Mystery Tour
--August 14-25-Drama/Performing Arts
Visit our website for fees, registration forms, FAQs, photos,
maps...all the details!!
www.monkeybusinesscamp.com
office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com
510.540.6025
Monkey Business Camp
Mosaic Summer Camp for Kids
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July 24 - 28, Institute of Mosaic Art announces a fantastic week
of summer mosaic classes for children ages 7-12 (age exceptions
with instructor's pre-approval). For more information, please
call: 510-532-7955
http://www.instituteofmosaicart.com
Institute of Mosaic Art
3001 Chapman Street (at Derby; off HWY 880)
Oakland, CA. 94601
Stacy Alexander stacy[AT]instituteofmosaicart.com
One opening left for Math Camp in Alameda
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I have one opening for a 3/4 student or a student entering 5th
grade for the week of August 21-25. This math camp is a
full-time, intensive program for students who need some extra
support before starting school. This program is very small,
tailored to the needs of each child and is slow-paced and fun. It
is located in Alameda just minutes from the Webster Tube.
Please email or call Michelle at abctutoring2004[AT]yahoo.com or
510.769.6842
Looking forward to hearing from you
THEATER ARTS FOR KIDS - Contra Costa Chorus
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Theater Arts for Kids, a summer camp of Contra Costa Children's
Chorus, is now enrolling for its summer sessions. This camp is
ideal for the aspiring performer. It teaches drama, vocal
technique, dance, sword play, improvisation and much more AND
culminates in a performance at the Del Valle Theater.
Two three-week sessions are offered:
Oklahoma 6/26 - 7/13
Once on This Island 7/17 - 8/3
Each session is $700
For more information and to enroll, call 925 945 7101 x200
www.childrenschorus.org
colleen.miller[AT]comcast.net
DRAMA DAYS: A Summer Recess Program for Ages 3-5
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We have a few opening in our June session, June 19 - 23, 2006.
Berkeley Hills Nursery School
1161 Sterling Avenue, (2 blocks below Grizzly Peak)
9:00 - 1:00 PM
$250 for the session
Drama Days, a Summer Recess program for 3, 4 & 5-year-old
program is in its 20th year! Given by veteran preschool
directors, Terry Gillen (Berkeley Hills) & Jill Shugart (Gan
Ilan Preschool), Drama Days focuses on creative dramatics as a
means of expression. Children will participate in acting out
familiar fairy tales or stories, as well as making simple
costumes and props for their dramatic ventures. In addition,
other art, cooking, inside and outside activities will be
offered.
For further information and to enroll,
contact Terry at 510-528-0309 or Jill at
jshugart[AT]gmail.com
Active Summer Reading Camp for pre-k and pre-1st
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Hello parents: I'm a teacher in Oakland, and this Summer I'll
be participating in the ''Fun with Fletcher'' reading camp for
kids getting ready for kindergarten or 1st grade. It's based on
research done by Reading Revolution, and is a combination of
academic learning with a multisensory, kinisthetic approach
that's meant to reach different learning styles, aptitudes and
personalities. The main idea is, ''when the body moves, the
brain remembers,'' instead of the kids just memorizing by sight
or phonics. There's also a take-home video package so parents
can go over the sound-movements and word-building exercises at
home. Parents are encouraged but not required to participate in
the class. Five week sessions, 10 classes, 2 days per week,
1hr15min each class. Some Saturday or Sunday spaces available
as well. Price is listed at $297. Keep in mind that most
children advance 1/2 a grade level in reading skills, which at
a young age can build confidence and set the stage nicely for
future reading career. Their info number is: 1-877-912-7323,
with classes in North Berkeley, Piedmont and West Oakland, as
well as other Bay Area locations.
Jason C. j.coolman[AT]comcast.net
Berkeley Russian School Summer Camp Aug.06
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The Berkeley Russian School (Klyaksa) was founded in 1995. Since
1999, the school has been running a summer camp program.
This year the camp will be held in three weekly sessions from
July 31 to August 18, 2006, 9:00AM to 3:30PM. The summer camp
program will include: music, dance, drama, arts & crafts, math,
science, Russian history, tennis, swimming, chess and field
trips. The program accepts children from ages 4-15. Camp
location is 1821 Catalina Ave., Berkeley (near Solano &
Colusa). More information can be found at
www.BerkeleyRussianSchool.org
For more information, call Yelena Glikman, Director of the
School, at (510) 526-8892.
Yelena Glikman Yelenaglikman[AT]Juno.com
Boys Can Ring Too! Bellringers Camp in Alameda *
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Boys Can Ring!
Make friends! Make noise!
June 26 - 30th.
8:30am to 12:30pm St. Philip Neri, Alameda,
Boys 6-14 (groups are age-based)Instruction in handbells,
chimes, percussion, choral singing. The cost will be $100. If
families choose to enroll in our 2-week music camp in Lafayette,
the Alameda event is free (or the $100 goes towards camp, same
thing).
Call 510-887-4311
Or go to www.ggbc.org for information
Camp Open House & Picnic
Diocesan Youth Retreat Center in Lafayette
May 29th, noon to 4:00 p.m.
Swimming pool open
1977 Reliez Valley Road, Lafayette.
Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy.
Golden Gate Boys Choir Summer Music Camp
Diocesan Youth Retreat Center (East Bay)
July 30 to August 12 for choir members and residential campers.
For Day Campers, there are two one-week sessions
7/31 to 8/5 and 8/7 to 8/12.
Parents Day, picnic and concert onAugust 12
Boys, age 7 to 14 with unchanged voices.
Qualified counselors and junior counseling staff.
Choral Music/Orff Instruments/Arts and Crafts
Sports Program/Swimming Pool/Handbells/Chimes
Traditional Camp Activities: Campfire, Skit Night, Olympics
nancyvicknair[AT]comcast.net
Camp Krem Open House (campers with disabilities)
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May 13th, Saturday, 1pm - 4pm. Camp Krem, for children and
adults with developmental disabilities will hold their annual
Open House for new parents, and for all interested new families,
teachers, social workers etc. Please come and tour our beautiful
camping facility, cabins, pool, playground etc. Camp Krem is a
little over ninety minutes from Oakland. The Executive Director
and other staff will be available to answer questions. Please
email us for directions. Thank you!
www.campingunlimited.com
Staff of Camping Unlimited
Children's Hospital Oakland WEEKLONG DAY CAMP
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CREATING CONFIDENT PEOPLE: DAYCAMP JUNE 26-30th (8:30-12:30)
CHILDREN 5-12 years old
CENTER FOR CHILD PROTECTION
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTER OAKLAND (510) 428-3742
Specialized therapeutic camp for children who have been exposed
to domestic violence and/or child abuse (physical, sexual).
Children enjoy fun group activities (art, gardening, camp songs)
while we build their self-esteem, support their development, and
skillfully assist them in healing from the trauma or abuse they
have experienced. They learn strategies to respond in powerful
ways to bullies and ''abusers''. They express their ''true selves''
and creativity! If your child (ages 5-12) was the victim of a
crime or exposed to domestic violence, call us for more info at
(510) 428-3742. Fees are paid by Victims of Crime Compensation
Fund for eligible participants
smurray[AT]mail.cho.org
FINALLY! A Camp with a PART TIME Option!!!
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Looking for a camp that can fit more easily into your schedule
and your budget? Super Summer Camp for 5-10 year olds could be
the answer. Sign up for MWF or T/TH! Choose AM or PM or All
Day! Our flexibility is not the only thing that makes our camp
unique. We are CREDENTIALED TEACHERS. We provide solid, play-
based curriculum that your child can learn and grow with. Keep
their brains and bodies active this summer. Please vist
www.classroomatters.com for program and schedule information,
staff biographies and registration forms.
Families and children, please come to our FREE open house June
3rd and enjoy sample camp activities. (10am-1pm) Call 510-540-
8646 to RSVP.
Classroom Matters
Girls on the Go!
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I hear there are a few openings left for the Girls on the Go Camp
created by the directors of Monkey Business Camp. This is a
great opportunity for pre-teen girls to explore the Bay Area as
well as hang out with girls. My daughter enjoyed the daily treks
and adventures which they did by public transportation. There
are workshops, museum visits, and interesting discussion time as
well. Check out their web site at
www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/girls.htm
Denise lapidushouse[AT]earthlink.net
**GIRLS ON THE GO** Day Camp for 9-13 year olds
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**Monkey Business Camp presents GIRLS ON THE GO!**
Specifically designed to meet the emotional and developmental
needs of girls aged 9 to 13, Girls on the Go! Camp allows girls
to explore their communities, play, bond, and learn.
Through this process of exploration, girls embark on a journey of
self-discovery while also discovering the strength and unity that
can stem from girl power!
Outings in the past have included: boating at Lake Merritt, ice
skating, visiting a recording studio, chocolate cooking class,
aerial dance, soccer & basketball sessions with NCAA players.
Stacy Raye (Founding Director), Luana Coloma (2005 GOTG
Director), & Roberta Cruz (long-time counselor) lead the summer
of adventure!
June 12-16 (1 week)
June 19-23 (1 week)
July 5-14 (1 and half weeks)
July 17-28 (2 weeks)
July 31-Aug 11 (2 weeks)
Aug 14-19 (1 week)
We meet at 8:30 am at Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley.
We travel via foot, public bus, train, or boat to our daily
destination(s).
We return to the park between 5:00 and 5:30 pm.
For registration forms and more information visit
www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/girls.htm
office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com
510-540-6025
Monkey Business Camp
Great camp for preteens
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For three years now, our twin daughters have loved Girls on the
Go Camp. It is run by Stacey and Heather, the amazing duo who
created Monkey Business Camp. This a more ''sophisticated''
version of MOnkey Business, with the same kind of great staff.
The girls travel all over the Bay doing great outings. Lots of
public transportation, lots of adventures. My kids have loved
it. Their website is www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/girls.htm.
Please feel free to contact me for more details
Cam Sutter cam[AT]thesutters.com
Lego Engineering Summer Camps, www.play-well.org
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Take a ''crash course'' in Demolition Derby, enter the Sumo
Wrestling Competition, design a Mighty Metropolis, build and race
a Locomotive faster than a speeding Worm Drive. Explore concepts
in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and
architecture while playing with your favorite creations. Children
will be given instruction, design challenges, and competitions
appropriate to their facility with LEGO™ Technic and System
components. These are a hands-on and minds-on camps suitable for
LEGO™ Technic novices to “maniacs.”
Play-Well TEKnologies has been utilizing LEGO’s and other
building products to teach basic principles of engineering,
physics, and architecture to children (K - 5th Grade) in the Bay
Area for the past 8 years. We will be offering Lego™ Engineering
Summer Camps throughout the East Bay this summer.
Our goal of these summer camps go beyond simply introducing
children to the world of engineering, but having them take away
from our camp a fundamentally understanding of basic engineering
terms and ideas.
For an a listing of our summer camp schedule, visit our website,
www.play-well.org.
Hope to see you this summer!
jeff[AT]play-well.org
Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls
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Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp
for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the
wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience
writing and language arts in their full capacities for self
expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative
writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor
activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper
connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will
delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets
as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit
us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this
unique and empowering camp.
Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th
Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd
Cyrise Beatty cyrise[AT]hotmail.com
MARTIAL ARTS Kids Camp at Studio Naga!
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Our camps are packed with fun, focused activies and infused
with the spirit of Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen - a rare
Indonesian martial art offering effective self-defense and the
creative movement of the animals. After check-in and daily
gatong-rajong -- the concept of ''share and share alike'' - -
each morning will start with a vigorous martial arts class
followed by a short lunch/game break. Afternoons will be filled
with scheduled outings and Indonesian craft and cooking classes.
The staff at Studio Naga teaches at their beautiful North
Oakland academy as well as at several local elementary schools
including Chabot, Montclair, Joaquin Miller and Thornhill.
A well-stocked children's library is available for quiet
reading and during lunch breaks.
Kids Overnight Camp: June 26- 30
Power & Play Day Camp Session #2: July 10-14
LAST WEEK FOR 10% EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT! Please call
Studio Naga for more information and to register.
Studio Naga
510.652.6242
www.StudioNaga.com
info[AT]studionaga.com
Studio Naga
Orinda Academy Summer Session 2006
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Orinda Academy Summer Session is open to all students grades 8-12. Go
to
orindaacademy.org and click on summer school to download registration
form, or call
925.254.7553 for more info.. Earn credits in English, Math, United
States History.
admission[AT]orindaacademy.org
Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006
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Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006 is now taking
registrations for Sessions I and II (July 26 - July 14 and July
17 - August 4). Kids entering 1st through 8th grades will
learn how to sing, dance and act with theater professionals
resulting in a full scale Friday night performance of Disney's
Aladdin Jr. For more information call (510)338-0810 or visit
www.moonlightentertainment.org Cost is $550.00 per 3-week
session 9 to 3pm with before and aftercare available. Hurry as
Session I is now filling up!
boogie014[AT]yahoo.com
Summer Adventures-Windrush School
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a
wonderful
extension of Windrush School.
This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool
staff, and
offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects,
exciting
recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new
thematic focus each
week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area
and special
group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box
construction projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum
children to
teacher ratio of 12:1.
Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without
regard to
gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion,
color, mental or
physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure.
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information.
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director cberger[AT]windrush.org
Summer Dance Camp (sleepaway) for Families
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Join us as we co-create a village of dancers of all ages at Northern
California Dance
Collective's Summer Dance Camp, Friday, June 16-Sunday, June 25, 2006,
at lovely
Camp Hye Sierra near Kings Canyon National Park. We offer daytime
classes for
adults in many different movement and dance styles, including partner
dance,
contact improvisation, 5Rhythms, authentic movement, African dance,
yoga and
breathwork, as well as opportunities for music and art. Some of the
adult classes
are kid-friendly, plus we've got a great kids camp program with all
kinds of
activities for the young ones.
What else? Terrific vegetarian meals, prepared with love by former
Esalen chefs; a
beautiful, private setting in the Sierra foothills with a lake for
swimming, boating
and sunning; freestyle boogies most nights, along with talent shows and
drumming
around the fire. Come for all nine days or choose one of our weekend
packages.
Bring the whole family and leave the city behind! Register by May 16
for the best
rates. See http://ncdcdances.org/summercamp/index.html for details, and
a
downloadable registration form. Or, call Michael at 510-526-9533 for
more
information.
Zach Pine
Summer Dance Programs At Danspace
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Danspace offers two children's summer programs this year:
For complete details go to www.danspace.com
or call (510) 420-0920.
1.) Tutus on Tuesdays!
Brooke Byrne, adds the element of costumes to
the creative dance and movement program on
Tuesdays from June 20th through August 15th.
Offered for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 year olds, and 4 to 5 1/2 year olds
$112 (8 weeks) Times vary from 3 pm to 5:30 pm
2.) Children 6 to 8 One Week Dance Workshop:
Creative Movement, Ballet, Modern, and Choreography with
Claudine Naganuma and Music, and Dance with Amber Hines.
9 am to 3 pm, includes snack, outdoor time at Frog Park, journaling
and stretching
$200 for workshop. Early Bird Special $180 by June 1st.
Hope your dancer can join us!
Summer Fencing Camp
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Children with all levels of experience are welcome and
grouped according to their age and ability.
Activities include strengthening and conditioning, footwork,
blade work, tactics and electronic bouting. Fencing camp is fun,
challenging, and a great workout!
All equipment is provided. Sport Fencing Center is located at
5221 Central Ave. in El Cerrito. Camp hours are from 9 am-3pm.
Extended care may be arranged. The last day features a
fun-filled excursion. The fee is $295. Youth camp is for ages
8-11. Teen camp is for ages 12-16.
June 19-23: Youth Camp
June 26-30: Teen Camp
July 17-21: Youth Camp
July 24-28: Teen Camp
August 14-18: Youth Camp
August 21-25: Teen Camp
Karen Ladenheim kmartos[AT]sportfencingcenter.com
Summer Jr Tennis Camp at Mills College
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Week-long tennis camps for ages 5-13 run throughout the summer
at Mills College. Program runs 12:30-5 daily and includes an
hour of recreational swim at the Mills College aquatics center.
Email
mweinste[AT]mills.edu
for a camp flyer or more info.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The mission of the Junior Tennis Camp at Mills College is to
provide high quality tennis instruction in a fun and supportive
atmosphere. Positive reinforcement and cooperative learning
techniques are emphasized throughout. Ball machines and video
replay analysis will be utilized as appropriate. The junior
camp will include a “Tennis Olympics”, complete with medals and
an awards ceremony, on the last day of each week. Supervision
at the tennis courts will be available from 12:15-12:30 for
tennis campers participating in half-day sessions of the Mills
Summer Arts Camp. The tennis camps run in one-week sessions.
Recreational swim will be supervised by the tennis coaches in
addition to the trained and certified lifeguards at
the Mills College Aquatic Center.
For more information contact Marc Weinstein
at 510-430-3257 or mweinste[AT]mills.edu
Marc Weinstein
The Great Stories Workshop - July 2006
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Story is one of the fundamental ways we experience life, appealing to
youngest and
oldest, equally. Stories capture us, educate us, and live through us.
We begin with a piece of literature worthy of long attention.
Participants hear the
story, read it, illustrate it, tell it, and act it out, and write it
down. We may create
scenery, costume, and music for our tale. We will discuss what it
means, compare it
to other stories we know, and consider different versions.
Participants will
deepen a love for oral and written literature
find meaning connections in stories
hone reading, writing, and listening skills
expand vocabulary and comprehension
Instructor: Theodore Timpson has worked as a classroom teacher and
performed as
an actor, musician, and storyteller, directing several children’s
theater productions.
He has a B.A. from Harvard and a M.A. in Education.
Limited to 10 participants, ages 7 - 12
Location: Buell Street, Oakland (near Mills College, 580 & 13)
Dates: July 10 - August 4 (M-F, 9 - 12)
Fees:
1 week $150
2 weeks $260
3 weeks $360
4 weeks $440
Early registration: 10% discount
Call soon to reserve a place: 510 903 1402
Theodore Timpson theodore[AT]achievehelper.com
Tree Frog Treks Wild Science Summer Camp!
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Tree Frog Treks Junior Explorer (ages 4-6) and Wild Science (ages
7-12) Summer Camps are now enrolling! We'll host 5 weeks of camp
in Golden Gate Park and 3 weeks in Piedmont Park. Meet and greet
animal ambassadors like Hannibal the Plated Lizard, Julie the
Burmese Python, and Walter the Western Toad! Search for hawks,
frogs and salamanders! Strap on your goggles to conduct cool
chemistry experiments and watch hydrogen bubbles explode in
flames! Learn what makes the Earth so special as we build a
bottle-biology habitat for worms, bugs & slugs, then blast
rockets into outer space in search of extraterrestrials! Study
the aerodynamics of a bird wing, then build different types of
kites and paper airplanes! Go on a treasure hunt in search of
lost civilizations! Learn how to track wildlife and survive in
the great outdoors as we trek to Ocean Beach and Crissy Field in
San Francisco, and Robert’s Redwood Park in Oakland! Get ready to
get out, get dirty, explore, make art, and do hands-on science
experiments! Visit http://www.treefrogtreks.com/camps1.htm for
camp dates and registration information!
Walden Center & School Summer 2006 Program
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Walden Center & School has openings in our 2006 Summer Program
for children ages 5-11. 9am-3:30pm M-F. Located at the corner of
Dwight Way & McKinley. Cost is $225/week. Before and after
care are available 8:15-9am ($7/day) & 3:30-6pm ($17 day).
Each themed week features field trips, swimming at local pools,
art activities, science and dramatic play! June 26-30 “The
Never-ending Birthday party!”; July 3rd-7th (4 day week fees
adjusted) “Electric Gizmos!”; July 10-14 “Monsters!”; July
17-21 “Backyard Jungle!”; July 24-28 “Houses: What will your
dream house look like?” Call Claudine Swickard at Walden for more
information 510-841-7248
A Happy Walden Parent
Water Polo
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Learn to master water polo techniques, individual skills, and
game tactics, and apply new learning’s in scrimmages.
Sessions:
Pre-season session: 5/23-6/13
session I: 6/15-7/9
session II: 7/11-7/30
session III: 8/1-8/20
When: Sun. 3:30-5pm, Tue./Thu. 7-8:30pm
Where: El Cerrito Community Center
7007 Moeser Lane, El Cerrito, CA
Practice: Learn to master water polo techniques, individual
skills, and game tactics, and apply new learning’s in
scrimmages.
Practices may include USWP competitions, scrimmages with other
clubs, and joint practices with our masters team. Experienced
coaching staff, one-on-one attention and fun!
Cost: $90/session – discounts available for pre-season and
multiple sessions.
How to Apply: Visit www.xywaterpolo.org to download
registration forms and directions.
For more information: Contact the coaches at
academy[AT]xywaterpolo.org or call Mike Dove at
(510) 527-0447 or Felice Balarin at (510) 528-7821
Mike Dove mikedove1[AT]comcast.net
Art &Science Day Camp coming to the East Bay! ------------------------------------------- Voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the Bay” in San Francisco Magazine, Camp Galileo combines art, science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions to create a summer day camp experience kids entering K – 5th grade love. Delivered by a highly talented staff, Camp Galileo’s curriculum is developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation and Klutz. Camp Galileo features three unique weeks of programming to appeal to all interests: Shape It, Sculpt It! & Amusement Park Science, Psychedelic ‘60s & Space Explorers, Ancient Egypt & Crime Solver Scientists. One week sessions offered. Camp Galileo will be hosted at Prospect Sierra Elementary School in El Cerrito for 5 one week sessions from June 26 – July 28th. Other locations in Rockridge, Lafayette, and Fremont available. Visit www.campgalileo.com or call 1-800-854-3684 for more information. Space is filling up---reserve your child’s space today! Camp Galileo BandWorks School of Rock Camp Registration ------------------------------------------- BandWorks Summer Camps are still accepting registrations, and new sections of ''The Music of Green Day'' have been opened due to poplular demand. For kids 8+, Camp is open to beginners with no previous musical experience, through advanced players. Professional musician-instructors create a fun and supportive environment while they teach kids the skills they need to play in a rock band-and make new friends in the process. Participants can join ''as a group'' too! Our week-long Summer Day Camps offer a variety of classes, including Intro to Rock Band Instruments, which is especially designed for kids with little to no previous musical experience. By the end of the week, they're rocking out in a live performance at the studio. Campers may enroll for a 1/2 day or full day. Camp Cost: Ranges from $135-$300, depending on the program. Weekly Workshops also start again June 19 ... Adult workshops, too! For a complete picture of BandWorks Summer Camp & Workshops, check out the website: www.bandworks.com or Contact: julie[AT]bandworks.com 510. 649. 7738 Julie Chervin julie[AT]bandworks.com Camp Kee Tov has a few open slots this summer ------------------------------------------- I've just heard from a reliable source that the fabulous, much sought-after Camp Kee Tov still has a few open spots for this summer. My son has been going to this camp for the past three years and absolutely loves it! It is an ''imagination-based'' camp that relies on good old-fashioned fun things like skits, arts and crafts, swimming and outdoor games. One of the best things about the camp is the staff: a great group of positive energetic fun-loving teenagers and young adults, many of whom went to the camp for many years themselves. If you don't already know about this wonderful, warm community, check out their website at www.campkeetov.org. Lauran Mizock mizock[AT]comcast.net Choose your own adventure at Girl Scout Camp ------------------------------------------- Girl Scout Camp is a great way for girls to choose their own adventure this summer! There are programs in traditional camp activities as well as adventure activities like rock climbing, river rafting and surfing! What’s more, their programs are more than just fun, they’re designed to teach self-reliance, teamwork, and leadership skills. Resident and day camps are available at various locations in the Bay Area. Previous Girl Scout experience is not required to go to camp...just visit the Web site: www.GirlScoutsBayArea.org/camp or call (800) 447-4475. Financial assistance is available. nikki[AT]girlscoutsbayarea.org Coastal Ecology Camp ------------------------------------------- June 27-July 1, ages 8-12. Offered by Lawrence Hall of Science, this residential camp offers science camp activities in a traditional camp setting (swimming, crafts, campfires). Call 510-642-5132 for information on a wide array of overnight and day camps from UC Berkeley's public science center. Website: www.lawrencehallofscience.org Linda Schneider lindas[AT]berkeley.edu Creative Strings Summer Camp-Music ------------------------------------------- Day Camp at the School of String Improvisation in central Berkeley Irene Sazer and the School of String Improvisation announces it's two summer sessions. Ages 8-12 July 17th thru 21st Ages 11 and up through teens July 24th thru 28th (If there are some kids under the age of 13 and the teen session is better timing for them, they can sign up for the teen session...as long as their playing level is fairly high) $390 for the week, and extended care available. A limited number of partial scholarships may be available. Come enjoy music and art. Violin, viola and cello students explore improv games, fiddling, blues and world styles in a nurturing, creative environment, and participate in a daily art class. They will perform a live soundtrack to a narrated story, illustrated by their own artwork...a rich multi-media experience. Irene Sazer, an original member of the Turtle Island String Quartet, is currently the leader of the Real Vocal String Quartet. ALSO ongoing classes for kids and teens. Improv, blues and folk styles 510-548-3738 director[AT]stringimprovisation.org www.stringimprovisation.org Director Discover the Bay Area at City Camp this summer! ------------------------------------------- Named Bay Area Parent magazine's ''Favorite Day Camp'', City Camp takes children 6-12 on fascinating field trips every day to find out what makes cities special and to develop skills to be safe and healthy urban explorers. Most of all, City Camp is FUN! Openings are still available throughout the summer at both the UC Berkeley and San Francisco Ferry building locations. Please visit www.citycamp.net for more information and instant online registration. info[AT]citycamp.net ENJOY LEARNING SUMMER WRITING GROUPS ------------------------------------------- ENJOY LEARNING Summer Creative Writing Workshops Students will discuss ideas and write stories, poems, and essays in a comfortable, supportive environment. Classes are held in the Glenview area of Oakland in a relaxed, spacious classroom with outdoor access. Summer Classes: Mon., Tues., and Wed. from 9:30-12 or 1:30-4:00. Sessions begin on 6/26 and run through 7/26 (off on July 4th). Barbara Joan Tiger Bass, MFA is an experienced teacher, tutor, and published writer. In private practice teaching creative writing for over twelve years, she welcomes students to her summer classes. For more information CALL: (510)336-0050 or e-mail: ENJOYLEARNING2[AT]aol.com Barbara Joan TIger Bass Jewish Summer Program for Teens ------------------------------------------- Jewish Summer Programs for Teens in Costa Rica and Belize! Costa Rican Adventures is a Berkeley-based educational tour company. www.costaricanadventures.com/earthconnect/jewishteens/ Our Outdoor Adventures for Jewish Teens programs in Costa Rica and Belize include outdoor adventures, cultural exchanges, and social action projects as a pluralistic Jewish community. On these 3 week programs, we hike, raft, surf, zipline, bike, and horseback ride our way through the rainforests, rivers and oceans of Costa Rica and Belize. Throughout our journey, we focus on sustainability and solutions. In addition to adventure travel and community service, one of the highlights of our Costa Rica summer programs is our stay at Punta Mona, our private beachfront Sustainable Living Center on the Caribbean Coast. On our Belize trip, in addition to adventure travel and community service, students earn PADI Scuba Certification. We'd love to have more local teens join our group! Call today! 510 649-1000. Lisa Schachter-Brooks schooks[AT]sbcglobal.net Ki Aikido for kids, teens and adults (ages 7+) ------------------------------------------- Aikido training focuses on relaxation, self discipline and self confidence. Through our 25 years of instructing children we have found that kids desire discipline and prosper from it. Discipline without judgement inspires self confidence and more positive reactions to stressful situations. Our main concern is for the safety of all students while preparing them to deal with mental and physical conflicts in daily life. We require all students to abide by a set of conduct rules which allows everyone to practice real martial techniques while maintaining a high level of safety. All students must follow the instructions of Sensei and instructors. Any action whose intent is to do harm will not be tolerated. Since we are teaching a complete discipline which includes meditation, breathing and true martial arts, the amount of attention needed is generally beyond the scope of most children younger than 7 years of age. Parents should come and watch a class with their child so they both can see what is involved. Albany Rec and Community Ctr 1249 Marin Ave Albany, CA (510) 524-9283 www.kiaikido.org Mon, Tue, Wed, and Fri 4:00 - 5:00 pm kiaikido[AT]kiaikido.org Lego™ and Mad Science Summer Camps (Ages 4-11) ------------------------------------------- Julia Morgan Center for the Arts 2640 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704 For more information visit our website at www.juliamorgan.org To speak to the registrar, call Marilyn at 510-845-8542 x301 or email at marilyn[AT]juliamorgan.org. Lego™ Camps with Play-Well TEKnologies June 26-30, 2006 Pre-Engineering Camp (Ages 5-6) Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:30pm $195 June 26-30, 2006 Engineering FUNdamentals (Grades 1-5) Monday-Friday 1:00-4:30pm $195 July 3-7, 2006 The Junkyard (Ages 7-11) Monday-Friday 9:00am – 12:30pm $195 July 3-7, 2006 Robo Bots (Ages 7-11) Monday-Friday 1:00-4:30pm $195 Mad Science Mad Machine and Robots July 24 – July 28, 2006 Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00pm $205 (Ages 8-11) *Tuition for Mad Machine and Robots includes a $30 Lab Fee for take-home robot Crazy Chemistry August 7 – August 11, 2006 Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00pm $175 (Ages 6-11) Into the Garden August 21 – August 25, 2006 Monday – Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm $175 (Ages 3-˝ to 5-˝) Marilyn Stanley Living Language Camp-Creative Writing for Girls ------------------------------------------- Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience writing and language arts in their full capacities for self expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this unique and empowering camp. Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd Cyrise Beatty cyrise[AT]hotmail.com Make Me A Pro Soccer/and or Baseball Camp ------------------------------------------- We use challenging, yet fun games and drills that push our campers to reach their potential as individuals, while training towards their goals of becoming better players. We understand that every child we encounter has a different personality that comes with different needs. We spend the time to understand each individual’s specific strengths and challenges so that we can tailor our interaction with each child appropriately. To register for Albany, CA Camps Soccer Aug 21- Aug 25 9:00am-12 noon 510-524-9283 Baseball Aug 21- Aug 25 12:30pm-3:30pm 510-524-9283 Cheerleading Aug 21- Aug 25 12:30pm-3:30pm 510-524-9283 www.mmapsports.com Kevin Broomfield mmaps2001[AT]yahoo.com MARTIAL ARTS Kids Camp at Studio Naga! ------------------------------------------- Our camps are packed with fun, focused activies and infused with the spirit of Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen - a rare Indonesian martial art offering effective self-defense and the creative movement of the animals. After check-in and daily gatong-rajong -- the concept of ''share and share alike'' - - each morning will start with a vigorous martial arts class followed by a short lunch/game break. Afternoons will be filled with scheduled outings and Indonesian craft and cooking classes. The staff at Studio Naga teaches at their beautiful North Oakland academy as well as at several local elementary schools including Chabot, Montclair, Joaquin Miller and Thornhill. A well-stocked children's library is available for quiet reading and during lunch breaks. Tulen Kids International - The Future! Overnight Camp: June 26- 30 Power & Play Day Camp: July 10-14 EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS STILL AVAILABLE! Please call Studio Naga for more information and to register. 510.652.6242 www.StudioNaga.com info[AT]studionaga.com Studio Naga MOCHA - Summer Art Camp ------------------------------------------- The Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) Summer Camp ------------------------------------------- MOCHA Art Camp offers weekly camp with rotating themes or children/youth interested in fun, hands-on, art learning activites. For kids ages 5-10, choose a theme like Pirates Play or Puppet Pals (see our web site) For youth ages 10-15 choose our Advanced Studio Camp that offers a richer experience in the visual arts. For Teens in High School, volunteer at MOCHA as an ART Apprentice. Assist the art teachers and have a chance to lead the campers during activities and field trips. Camp Dates: June 19th - August 25th. Enroll by the week - camp day (8:30am - 3:30pm) $275/ per week (gain an early bird discount with registration prior to June1) pre and after care available at extra charge For weekly themes and more information visit www.mocha.org or call danielle at 465-8770 x 308 rae[AT]mocha.org RADICAL ROBOTS! - Building Science for Kids ------------------------------------------- Discover the excitement of hands-on SCIENCE and ENGINEERING with Mr. Asper the Science Master (Elementary School Science Teacher/M.Ed. - UC Berkeley). Design, build, and program robots and motorized contraptions in our fun and educational summer programs for children ages 6-12. Participants are presented with construction challenges using Robotix, LEGOs, and KNex building materials. Projects include robots, roller-coasters, balloon-racers, ferris wheels, ping-pong poppers, robo-dogs, and motorized monkeys. Experienced builders can test their skills on a variety of construction kits including the 6 foot long Crocosaur or the 5 foot tall Robot Commander! Four Different 5-day Programs Available: SESSION ONE: June 19 - June 23 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from 9:00AM-12:00PM and LEGO Inventor's Workshop ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM -- SESSION TWO: June 26-June 30 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from 9:00AM-12:00PM and Amusement Park Science ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM **Register for 2 or more classes and receive a 10% discount! - Noon hour supervision provided! REGISTRATION INFORMATION: 510-593-6181 or www.radicalrobots.org Mr. Asper the Robot Master radicalrobots[AT]mac.com Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006 ------------------------------------------- Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006 performs Disney's ''Aladdin Jr.'' in two 3-week sessions starting in June. Registration is now open! Cost is $550 for 3 weeks with before and aftercare available. Kids entering 1st through 8th grades will learn now to sing, dance and act with theater professionals. To register (510)338-0810 or www.moonlightentertainment.org Danny Buell Summer Adventures-Windrush School ------------------------------------------- Windrush School Summer Adventures Program June 26 through August 18, 2006. Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful extension of Windrush School. This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool staff, and offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects, exciting recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction projects. All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children to teacher ratio of 12:1. Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without regard to gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure. Fees are from $225 to $260 a week See our website www.windrush.org or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information. Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director Cberger[AT]windrush.org Summer Fencing Camp ------------------------------------------- Children with all levels of experience are welcome and grouped according to their age and ability. Activities include strengthening and conditioning, footwork, blade work, tactics and electronic bouting. Fencing camp is fun, challenging, and a great workout! All equipment is provided. Camp hours are from 9 am-3pm. Extended care may be arranged. The last day features a fun-filled excursion. The fee is $295. Youth camp is for ages 8-11. Teen camp is for ages 12-16. More sessions have been added due to popular demand! June 19-23: Youth Camp June 26-30: Teen Camp July 17-21: Youth Camp July 24-28: Teen Camp August 14-18: Youth Camp August 21-25: Teen Camp Summer Learning Classes at Y Camp ------------------------------------------- Do you have a child entering 2nd-5th grade? We have a great opportunity for your child to stay in touch with their academic brain during the summer! Summer learning classes are being offered by grade level for those age groups with qualified teachers. Students will practice writing, reading and arithmetic. The classes are 1.25 hours a day, Monday-Thursday, from 8-9:15am. Teachers will then drop your child off at their YMCA day camp. Both the classes and the camp are at Washington Elementary school. This is a way to stay in touch with your studies and not miss out on all of the fun field trips and activities of camp. For more information about this unique new program, contact Qiqi, the camp director, at 665-3264 or qrodriguez[AT]baymca.org. Financial assistance is available. Eden O'Brien-Brenner eobrienbrenner[AT]baymca.org Summer Music & Opera camp ------------------------------------------- There are still openings for the Crowden Music Center's Summer Music & Opera camp! This fun and intensive 3-week camp includes violin and cello classes in the morning (beginning through intermediate; placement by experience) and the production of a fully staged opera in the afternoon (including singing, acting, costume & set design). This year's opera is Gilbert & Sullivan's The Mikado. Appropriate for ages 8-13. June 26 - July 14 (no class on July 4), Monday through Friday, 9am - 3pm (aftercare available until 6pm). For more information, please visit www.crowden.org, email ccmc[AT]crowden.org, or call Marion Atherton at 510-559-2941. Tuition for 3 weeks is $890 plus a $15 registration fee. Limited financial assistance available. Marion Atherton The Crucible Youth Program Summer Camps ------------------------------------------- Crucible Youth Programs ------------------------------------------- Youth Program Mission Statement The Crucible Youth Program exposes youth of diverse backgrounds to the fine and industrial arts through intensive multidisciplinary subject areas. The Crucible offers engaging art programs, such as classes, field trips and workshops. We are dedicated to promoting healthy youth development, strengthening youth competencies in leadership and skill building. SUMMER CAMP We’re excited to offer our incredible summer camps this year. We've got some great weekend classes in June with glassflameworking, fused glass tiles and glass tube sculpture: an introduction to neon.! During our Fire Arts Festival, July 11-12, 2006, we’ll be offering a wide variety of two-day “tasters” to youth of all ages. In August we’ll be offering more intensive five-day classes. From jewelry making to welding to building your own rocket car, check out the extraordinary educational opportunities. For more information, please see www.thecrucible.org or call 510-444-0919 or email youth[AT]thecrucible.org This Land Is Your Land / Sarah's Science ------------------------------------------- This Land Is Your Land Summer Day Camp offers exciting hands-on science and nature studies developed by Sarah Shaffer (awarded Best Science Teacher 2006 by the East Bay Express). The weird and wonderful world of nature is a great way to ‘hook’ kids on science. Our weekly sessions feature a variety of themes, including “Toy-ology (the Science of Toys)”, “Swashbuckling Science”, “Electrons on the Move!”, “Furry Forest Friends” and “Potions and Herbology.” Camp is for children ages 5 – 12. Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program for campers ages 11 – 15 years old. Camp Dates: Weekly sessions from June 19th -- September 1. Hours: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Extended care available 8:00 a.m.to 5:30 p.m. Locations: Roberts Regional Park in the Oakland Hills and Tilden Park in Berkeley For more information visit our website www.sarahscience.com Or call (510) 581-3739 Sarah Shaffer 21525 Knoll Way Castro Valley, CA 94546 Sarah Shaffer
ADVENTURES SUMMER CAMP
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Where Music Begins is offering Kindermusik's Adventures Summer
Camp. Each class, we will enjoy story time, singing, movement,
song games, playing instruments, creative movement, focused
listening, finger plays, chants, and exploratory time. This
wonderful program engages the curiosity, natural musical gifts,
and sensitivity of very young children.
Register now for a 5 session Kindermusik Adventures Summer Camp:
* Peek a Boo - age newborn to 1 1/2
* Creatures at the Ocean - age 1 1/2 to 4
* Zoo Train - age 1 1/2 to 4
* On the Road - age 3 1/2 to 5
For class times and registration information information please
go to:
www.wheremusicbegins.com
CATHY
Choir Camp at Laney College, July 3- July 14
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John Reager, Director of Choral Studies at Laney College in
Oakland, is offering a two-week choir camp for singers ages 10-
18. Singers will meet at Laney College from 9:00 A.M. until
3:00 P.M. for rehearsals, voice lessons, piano lessons and
more. No prior experience is necessary. Mr. Reager is a former
AGMA tenor with the San Francisco Symphony Chorus and an
Alumnus of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. The camp
will meet Monday through Friday from July 3rd-July 14th (no
class on July 4th). The cost for two weeks is $125 per student.
For more information go to laneysummermusic.com or send e-mail
to jreager[AT]peralta.edu
Marion Atherton
Creative Writing Summer Camp for Girls
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Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp
for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the
wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience
writing and language arts in their full capacities for self
expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative
writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor
activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper
connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will
delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets
as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit
us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this
unique and empowering camp.
Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th
Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd
Contact Cyrise Beatty cyrise[AT]hotmail.com
Fast ForWord Summer Session
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I want to let people who are interested in Fast ForWord
about a tentative session at a local Berkeley private school
which will take place in their computer lab.
Fast ForWord is a computerized language remediation
program for children ages 5 or 6 through adolescence who
have receptive language, auditory processing, reading
decoding, and/or reading comprehension delays. Children
need to be able to sustain focused attention and preferably
handle a computer mouse (although there are ways around
that).
The session will address all levels of Fast ForWord
(Language, Language to Reading, and all 5 Reading
programs) and will begin June 19th and continue through
July 28th. There are two possible times for the 6-week,
5-day a week, 2-hour a day sessions: 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
If you want to discuss your child and possible benefits
from this program, please call me at 510-919-9966.
For more info on the Fast ForWord programs, you can
check www.fastforword.com
Pam Norton, M.S., CCC-SLP
& ABD, Special Education
510-919-9966
Pam Norton pcnorton[AT]uclink.berkeley.edu
Kids Love Groups
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Kids Love Groups is an ideal program for students with
Social/Pragmatic Language Delays such as NLD, AS, HFA and
ADHD. This program emphasizes the development of the social
language skills and problem solving necessary for being part of
a group. Using art, games, and cooking projects, kids grades 3-
5 will learn and practice how to be''th inking'' members of a
group while having fun and making new friends. There are still
openings for sessions I & II June 12-16. Please contact Kris
for more information!
Kristen Neugebauer, M.A., CCC-SLP kris[AT]superspeech.com
Lego Engineering Workshop at MOCHA
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Play-Well TEKnologies, in conjunction with the Museum of
Children's Art, MOCHA (http://www.mocha.org) will be offering an
'Engineering Fundamentals with Lego' Workshop on Saturday, April
29th from 9 AM - 12:30 PM.
Engineering FUNdamentals Camp Description:
Take a ''crash course'' in Demolition Derby, challenge the Battle
Track, enter the sumo wrestling competition, build and race a
Locomotive faster than a speeding Worm Drive. Explore concepts in
physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and
architecture while playing with your favorite creations. Children
will be given instruction and design challenges appropriate to
their facility with LEGO™ Technic and System components. These
are hands-on and minds-on camps suitable for LEGO™ Technic
novices to “maniacs.”
For Ages: 7 – 13
Cost: $40.00/Workshop
This class is not affiliated with the LEGO Group.
For more information about Play-Well TEKnologies, visit our
website: http://www.play-well.org.
To register for the class, visit http://www.mocha.org or contact
MOCHA at 510-465-8770.
jeff[AT]play-well.org
Martial Arts Kids Camp - Summer 2006
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Our camps are packed with fun, focused activies and infused
with the spirit of Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen - a rare
Indonesian martial art offering effective self-defense and the
creative movement of the animals. After check-in and daily
gatong-rajong -- the concept of ''share and share alike'' - -
each morning will start with a vigorous martial arts class
followed by a short lunch/game break. Afternoons will be filled
with scheduled outings and Indonesian craft and cooking classes.
The staff at Studio Naga teaches at their beautiful North
Oakland academy as well as at several local elementary schools
including Chabot, Montclair, Joaquin Miller and Thornhill.
A well-stocked children's library is available for quiet
reading and during lunch breaks.
Tulen Kids International - The Future! Overnight Camp: June 26-
30
Power & Play Day Camp Session #1: July 3-7
Power & Play Day Camp Session #2: July 10-14
EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS STILL AVAILABLE! Please call
Studio Naga for more information and to register.
Studio Naga
510.652.6242
www.StudioNaga.com
info[AT]studionaga.com
Studio Naga
Narnia Playhouse Drama Camp
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Space still available in the Narnia Playhouse Drama Camp. Three
2-week sessions beginning June 19th at Montclair School in
Oakland. Sessions 1 and 3 for kids entering grades 3-7, session
2 for grades 1 and 2. Work on a full length production to be
presented at the end of camp. Our 17th summer!
Each day includes rehearsal, theater games, improv, work on
sets, lighting, costumes and sound. This camp is fun and low
pressure and great for beginners or more experienced actors.
For flyer, contact Doug Cole at narniaph[AT]sbcglobal.net
Doug Cole narniaph[AT]sbcglobal.net
Overnight Camp for Kids
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Oakland Feather River Camp offers two programs for children
this summer - www.FeatherRiverCamp.com
Oakland's camp for families and kids located in Quincy, CA -
need not be Oakland resident to participate.
****Camp Kidd and Camp Sierra for boys and girls aged 7-11 -
Fun-filled traditional camp program with swimming, horseback
riding, arts and crafts, hikes and more. Small groups
supervised by staff who love kids and love camp. 7/9-7/15 or
7/16-7/22 Cost - Sliding Scale $500-$300
****Wrangler Camp for boys and girls aged 10-12 - This is the
camp for kids who LOVE horses. Ride, groom, feed and learn
about all aspects of equestrian culture. Riding games, trail
rides and serious horsemanship too. Plus arts & crafts,
swimming and all around camp fun! Campers should have prior
experience with horses. 7/9-7/15 Cost $700
Kids' Camps include round trip transportation from Oakland.
A limited number of scholarships are available.
Call 510-336-2267 or e-mail info[AT]FeatherRiverCamp.com
Oakland Camp Staff - Hope to see you there!
Permorning Arts Summer Camp
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Our Thing Permorning Arts Summer Camp
Music, Yoga, Poetry, Dance, Visual Arts
June 26 - July 2, 8am - 4:30pm
$350/child, scholarships available
65th Street, Oakland
For more information, please call: (510) 547-7690
must register by May 30.
Soyinka Rahim
RADICAL ROBOTS! -Science and Engineering for Kids!
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Discover the excitement of hands-on SCIENCE and ENGINEERING with Mr.
Asper the
Science Master (Elementary School Science Teacher/M.Ed. - UC Berkeley).
Design,
build, and program robots and motorized contraptions in our fun and
educational
summer programs for children ages 6-12. Participants are presented
with
construction challenges using Robotix, LEGOs, and KNex building
materials.
Projects include robots, roller-coasters, balloon-racers, ferris
wheels, ping-pong
poppers, robo-dogs, and motorized monkeys. Experienced builders can
test their
skills on a variety of construction kits including the 6 foot long
Crocosaur or the 5
foot tall Robot Commander! Four Different 5-day Programs Available:
SESSION
ONE: June 19 - June 23 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from
9:00AM-12:00PM
and LEGO Inventor's Workshop ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM --
SESSION
TWO: June 26-June 30 Radical Robotics ($275/student) from
9:00AM-12:00PM and
Amusement Park Science ($275/student) from 1:00PM-4:00PM **Register
for 2 or
more classes and receive a 10% discount! - Noon hour supervision will
be provided!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: 510-593-6181 or www.radicalrobots.org
Mr. Asper the Robot Master radicalrobots[AT]mac.com
Sanctuary Explorers Camp - based in Crissy Field
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Sanctuary Explorers Camp is a marine science exploration camp for
8-13 year olds based out of our offices in the Presidio of San
Francisco. Campers spend every day exploring local environments
with naturalists from the Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association.
Explore the hidden treasures of our coast, become a junior marine
scientist, and help protect our local marine sanctuaries – all in
one exciting week. Campers will investigate the fascinating array
of plants and animals of the Sanctuary by visiting tidepools,
sandy beaches and lighthouses. This action-packed week culminates
in a kayaking adventure on the San Francisco Bay.
Camp Sessions: June 26-30, August 7-11
Camp Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Fee: $295
Extended care is available from 3:30 – 5:00 PM for an additional
$15 per day.
For Registration, visit
http://www.farallones.org/education/sanctuary_explorers_camp.htm
or call 415-561-6625 x303 for an application.
Mara Flores Naumann mnaumann[AT]farallones.org
Signing Smart Infant and Toddler Sign Language
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NOW REGISTERING FOR SUMMER AND FALL CLASSES!! Signing Smart Baby
Sign Language for Hearing Infants and Toddlers 6 months to 2
years.
Signing Smart Beginner Play Classes:
• Created by ASL-certified Developmental Psychologists from U.C.
Berkeley
• Techniques that allow your child to sign back quickly
• Tools to recognize your child's earliest signs
• Classes integrate signs with songs, games, and activities
• Promotes early communication
• Speeds spoken language development
• Reduces frustration and tantrums
• Increases your child's long-term learning abilities
Classes are in Pleasanton at Where Music Begins 5460 Sunol Blvd.,
Ste. 1. For registration information, please visit our website
www.wheremusicbegins.com; call 925-249-0661 or email
info[AT]wheremusicbegins.com.
cathy
Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006
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Moonlight Entertainment presents ''Disney's Aladdin Jr.'' Summer
Performing Arts camp in two sessions beginning July 26th for
three weeks and then again June 17th for another 3 week
session. Cost is $550.00 for 3 weeks, 9 to 3pm daily with
before and aftercare available. Creative theater counselors
under the direction of Danny Buell, of A Christmas Carol fame,
will help your child discover the ''actor'' inside and delight in
a fun-filled summer camp experience learning to sing, dance and
act resulting in a full-scale professionally costumed final
production of ''Aladdin Jr.'' with your child ''center stage''!
For more information and to register call (510)338-0810 or
visit www.moonlightentertainment.org
boogie014[AT]yahoo.com
Still Space in African Dance Camp for Kids!!
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Akoma Camp is an African Dance and Theater Camp for children
ages 5-11. Session I is from July 24-28, Session II is July 31-
Aug. 1. Children will learn traditional dances, songs, creative
movement, theater games, and costume making in a supportive,
nurturing, fun enviornment. Akoma Camp, located on Bonita St.
btw University and Berkeley Way, close to Ohlone Park, in
Berkeley, is run by Madeleine Rogin, a local dance teacher
(Prospect Sierra School in El Cerrito) who has her Masters in
Dance from the University of New Mexico. Please contact
Madeleine for registration information.
Madeleine Rogin madrogin[AT]hotmail.com
Summer Baseball Camp
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Attention parents of baseball lovers! Announcing a new camp
option for boys and girls ages 7-12 coming this summer. East
Bay BALL Summer Camp is a full-day camp founded by Oakland
parents to provide continued access to the game of baseball
after the conclusion of the spring Little League season. Five
one-week sessions are scheduled from June 26-July 28. Camp will
take place at the Caldecott baseball facilities near the Tunnel
Road exit off Hwy 24. For more info, and to download a
registration form, go to www.summerballcamp.com. Space is
limited, so enroll early! Questions? Email us at
contact[AT]summerballcamp.com.
Deborah Bonzell
Summer Fencing Camp
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Children with all levels of experience are welcome and
grouped according to their age and ability.
Activities include strengthening and conditioning, footwork,
blade work, tactics and electronic bouting. Fencing camp is fun,
challenging, and a great workout!
All equipment is provided. Camp hours are from 9 am-3pm. Extended
care may be arranged. The last day features a fun-filled
excursion. The fee is $295. Youth camp is for ages 8-11. Teen
camp is for ages 12-16. More sessions have been added due to
popular demand!
June 19-23: Youth Camp
June 26-30: Teen Camp
July 17-21: Youth Camp
July 24-28: Teen Camp
August 14-18: Youth Camp
August 21-25: Teen Camp
kmartos[AT]sportfencingcenter.com
Summer Tennis Camp at Mills College
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Week-long tennis camps with recreational swim run throughout
the summer at Mills College. Camps are for ages 6-12, and run
12:30 PM - 5 PM Monday thru Friday.
For more information, or a camp flyer, email Marc Weinstein,
Head Tennis Coach, Mills College
mweinste[AT]mills.edu
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The mission of the Junior Tennis Camp at Mills College is to
provide high quality tennis instruction in a fun and supportive
atmosphere. Positive reinforcement and cooperative learning
techniques are emphasized throughout. Ball machines and video
replay analysis will be utilized as appropriate. The junior
camp will include a “Tennis Olympics”, complete with medals and
an awards ceremony, on the last day of each week. Supervision
at the tennis courts will be available from 12:15-12:30 for
tennis campers participating in half-day sessions of the Mills
Summer Arts Camp. The tennis camps run in one-week sessions.
Recreational swim will be supervised by the tennis coaches in
addition to the trained and certified lifeguards at
the Mills College Aquatic Center.
Marc Weinstein mweinste[AT]mills.edu
Summer Writing Lab ~ Ages 9 - 11
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In this weeklong, fun, cooperative writing camp, kids will
develop and deepen their mastery of the writing process. In
this intimate, supportive environment, students will engage in
a variety of writing exercises including cooperative games,
free-writes, observational writing, peer-editing and close
reading of favorite stories and poems.
June 26-June 30 1-4 p.m. $162/$152
July 10-July 14 1-4 p.m. $162/$152
INSTRUCTOR: Abby Skrivan, MA
(Albany Middle School English Teacher)
LOCATION: Albany Middle School, Room 210
REGISTRATION: Through Albany Rec Center at 510-524-9283
Min: 6; Max: 20
For more information, please contact Abby Skrivan at
skrivan[AT]hotmail.com or call 510-558-3600 x5113.
Abby Skrivan
Teens in the Community
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Teens in the Community is an ideal program for students with
Social/Pragmatic Language Delays such as NLD, AS, HFA and
ADHD. Focusing on the development of social language skills
and problem solving in the community, students ages 13-17 will
learn how to be part of a group, plan an outing, take public
transportation, use the phone to obtain and provide pertinent
information, as well as learn the ''hidden rules'' associated
with being out in the community. Please contact Kris for more
information!
Kristen Neugebauer, M.A., CCC-SLP kris[AT]superspeech.com
Walden Center & School Summer 2006 Program
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Walden Center & School has openings in our 2006 Summer Program
for children ages 5-11. 9am-3:30pm M-F. Located at the corner of
Dwight Way & McKinley. Cost is $225/week. Before and after
care are available 8:15-9am ($7/day) & 3:30-6pm ($17 day).
Each themed week features field trips, swimming at local pools,
art activities, science and dramatic play! June 26-30 “The
Never-ending Birthday party!”; July 3rd-7th (4 day week fees
adjusted) “Electric Gizmos!”; July 10-14 “Monsters!”; July
17-21 “Backyard Jungle!”; July 24-28 “Houses: What will your
dream house look like?” Call Claudine at Walden for more
information 510-841-7248
Walden Parent
Youth Art Studio - Art/Dance Project
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Currently the Youth Art Studio in Berkeley (located at Oxford and
Ceder) is holding an
art and dance project on tuesdays from 3:30-6 for 10-15 year olds. The
goal of the
project is to use the theme 'The World I See, The World I Dream' to
create a multi-
media performance that will be shown June 4th. There are two excellent
artists
facilitating the project both who studied John F. Kennedy's
Transformative Arts
Master's program. If you are interested in signing your child up
please bring them on a
wednesday to 2220 Ceder in Berkeley!
peace24550[AT]hotmail.com
Special Needs Socialization Camp
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SOCIAL SKILLS & LEADERSHIP CAMP AT UC BERKELEY FOR NLD, AS, HFA
Social Skills (SST) completed grades 3 - 7
Leadership Skills (LIT) completed grades 8 - 13
http://www.oski.org/html/scra_sst.htm
Strawberry Canyon Blue Camp, located on the U C Berkeley Campus,
is running a one-of-a-kind integrated social skills and
leadership camps for children with Nonverbal Learning
Disabilities, High Functioning Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and
children with similar social skills deficits. The Social Skills
Track (SST) and Leaders-In-Training (LIT) parallels Blue Camp and
the CILT program. Children in the SST and LIT are fully
integrated into Blue Camp and the CILT program. They are fully
integrated and receive more supervision as well as additional
direct instruction based on their individual goals. The services
are seamless and the adults working with them look like all the
other camp staff so no one is aware that they are on a different
track.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
For an information and application packet or reference list of
camper parents please e-mail:
Dr. Jennifer H. Selke
510/642-7648
jenn8[AT]berkeley.edu
http://www.oski.org
Jennifer Selke jenn8[AT]uclink.berkeley.edu
Summer Fencing Camp
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Children with all levels of experience are welcome and
grouped according to their age and ability.
Activities include strengthening and conditioning, footwork,
blade work, tactics and electronic bouting. Fencing camp is fun,
challenging, and a great workout!
All equipment is provided. Camp hours are from 9 am-3pm. Extended
care may be arranged. The last day features a fun-filled
excursion. The fee is $295. Youth camp is for ages 8-11. Teen
camp is for ages 12-16. More sessions have been added due to
popular demand!
June 19-23: Youth Camp
June 26-30: Teen Camp
July 17-21: Youth Camp
July 24-28: Teen Camp
August 14-18: Youth Camp
August 21-25: Teen Camp
kmartos[AT]sportfencingcenter.com
Adventure Time Summer Day Camp-Montclair, Roberts Park- Oakland hills
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Adventure Time Summer Day Camp is open to the public all
summer long! Arts, sports, swimming and field trips are
offered at 2 Oakland locations (as well as in Fremont, San
Leandro and Napa.)
In Oakland, both locations are in the Oakland hills-
Montclair Elementary School (Mon - Fri) and Robert's Park
(Mon - Wed).
Visit www.Adventure-Time.com for details.
Contact: Adventure Time, 510-658-7412
BandWorks School of Rock Class & Camp Registration
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BandWorks weekly Workshops start again June 19, plus
registration is also open for Summer Camp.
For kids 8+, Workshops & Camp are open to beginners with no
previous musical experience, through advanced players.
Professional musician-instructors create a fun and supportive
environment while they teach kids the skills they need to play
in a rock band-and make new friends in the process.
Participants can join ''as a group'' too!
Our week-long Summer Day Camps offer a variety of classes,
including Intro to Rock Band Instruments, which is especially
designed for kids with little to no previous musical
experience. By the end of the week, they're rocking out in a
live performance at the studio. Campers may enroll for a 1/2
day or full day.
Cost: Ranges from $135-$300, depending on the program. Adult
workshops, too!
For a complete picture of the program, and Summer Camp
information, check out the website: www.bandworks.com or
Contact: julie[AT]bandworks.com 510. 649. 7738
Julie Chervin julie[AT]bandworks.com
Berkeley YMCA Summer Camps
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The Berkeley YMCA has a wide variety of camps available for your
energetic youngster. Camps will be based out of Washington
Elementary school. Close enough to the YMCA to walk for swim
lessons and kindergym, but far enough to allow easier
transportation drop-offs. The school site allows for age-
appropriate programming to occur on-site, such as arts and
crafts, sports, outdoor games, etc. Many field trips are
provided to keep the kids enthusiastic all summer long. Prices
are reasonable and quality and safety are the top priorities.
Please check out our website for more information at
www.baymca.org and click on ''Downtown.'' Or call Qiqi, the
director, at 665-3264.
Eden O'Brien-Brenner eobrienbrenner[AT]baymca.org
College For Kids at CCC
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The College for Kids program at Contra Costa College has put out
their schedule of classes for summer 2006. This program runs
from June 19 - July 14th, Monday - Thursday. Three class
sessions are offered from 10am - 4pm. Each course is $100.
Choose from our Math Academy, Science Acadmey, Language Arts, or
a variety of electives including foreign language, drama, dance,
sports, cooking, art and more.
Visit the website at www.contracosta.edu/CFK
Jennifer Ounjian-Auque jounjian[AT]contracosta.edu
Creative Writing Summer Camp for Girls
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Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp
for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the
wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience
writing and language arts in their full capacities for self
expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative
writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor
activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper
connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will
delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets
as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit
us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this
unique and empowering camp.
Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th
Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd
Cyrise Beatty cyrise[AT]hotmail.com
Cultural Education Summer Camp
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Children's International Summer Villages will be holding a
cultural education day camp for 9, 10, and younger 11 year olds
called PassportVillage 2006 from June 26-June 30 in Fremont.
CISV sponsors camps allover the world where youth make friends
and learn about the cultures of children from all over the
world. Passport Village will give local children a chance to
make friends and learn about the cultures of children that live
live right here in the Bay Area. Cost is $60 for the
week and carpools can be arranged. For more information and an
application, check out www.cisvsf.org
Ann Appert aappert[AT]aol.com
Dance and Theater Camp for Kids!!!
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This summer come celebrate dance, theater, and music at Akoma
Camp! Located in the heart of Berkeley, close to Ohlone park,
Akoma Camp is an African dance and theater camp for ages 5-11.
Children will learn traditional African dances and songs, as well
as how to create choreography and work together to create a final
presentation. Daily activities include dance and song classes,
theater games, and costume making. Akoma Camp is run by
Madeleine Rogin, a local dance teacher from Prospect Sierra
School and Madera School who has her Masters in Dance from the
University of New Mexico. Session I is from July 24 - July 28,
Session II is July 31-Aug. 4. The fee for each session is $250,
with the option of doing both at $450. Please contace Madeleine
for registration information.
Madeleine Rogin madrogin[AT]hotmail.com
Kids' Carpentry 4-Day Summer Camps
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Since 1982 Kids' Carpentry has been providing excellent,
year-round woodworking classes for children, 5-12 yrs. old. This
summer we will be offering 6, 4-day camps at our Aquatic Park
site (606 Bancroft Way, Berkeley). The safe-use of hand-tools is
emphasized while kids work on projects like: boats, super-tops,
bird feeders, clocks, games, doll furniture, and more. While
having fun building projects from scratch kids learn about
measuring, problem-solving, and hands-on experience. Great for
fine motor skills this program is truly empowering. For our
complete summer schedule visit our web site at:
www.kidscarpentry.net.
Michael Glass michaela[AT]lmi.net
**GIRLS ON THE GO! for 9-13 year olds**
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**Monkey Business Camp presents GIRLS ON THE GO!**
A Field-Trip based day camp for girls ages 9-13.
Girls, aged 9 to 13 years, experience the world around them
through a series of local field trips and interactive workshops.
Traveling by public transportation, girls learn how to access the
diversity of their communities in a well-supervised program.
June 12-16 (1 week)
June 19-23 (1 week)
July 5-14 (1 and half weeks)
July 17-28 (2 weeks)
July 31-Aug 11 (2 weeks)
Aug 14-19 (1 week)
After meeting at 8:30 am at Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley, we
travel via foot, public bus, train, or boat to a pre-determined
location. We return to the park between 5:00 and 5:30 pm.
For registration forms and more information visit
www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/girls.htm
office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com
510.540.6025
Monkey Business Camp
Park Day Summer Arts Camp
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There are still openings at Park Day Summer Arts Camp. A weekly
variety of visual
and performing art experiences for children beginning 1st garde thru 13
years old.
There are Counselor In Training (CIT) openings for teens ages 13 - 16
years old at a
considerable discount. All classes are taught by professional Bay Area
artists who
practice what they teach. There are usually openings available
throughout the
summer but best to pre register.
First week of camp starts June 19th and ends August 18th.
Weekly enrollment is available with full day (8:30am -
5:30pm) or 3/4 day (8:30am - 3:45pm) weeks.
Web site: http://parkdaysummerartscamp.com
Located on the campus of Park Day School, a beautiful and secure campus
environment
Contact:artscamp[AT]earthlink.net for more details or vist us on our web
site
artscamp[AT]earthlink.net
RADICAL ROBOTS! - Building Science for Kids
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Discover the excitement of hands-on SCIENCE and ENGINEERING with Mr.
Asper the
Science Master (Elementary School Science Teacher / M.Ed. - UC
Berkeley). Design,
build, and program robots and motorized contraptions in our fun and
educational
summer programs for children ages 6-12.
Participants are presented with construction challenges using Robotix,
LEGOs, and
K’Nex building materials. Projects include robots, roller-coasters,
balloon-racers,
ferris wheels, ping-pong poppers, robo-dogs, and motorized monkeys.
Experienced builders can test their skills on a variety of construction
kits including
the 6’ long Crocosaur or the 5’ tall Robot Commander!
Three Different 5-day Programs Available:
Session One June 19 - June 23
RADICAL ROBOTICS 9:00AM-12:00PM $275/student
LEGO INVENTOR’S WORKSHOP 1:00PM-4:00PM $275/student
Session Two June 26-June 30
RADICAL ROBOTICS 9:00AM-12:00PM $275/student
AMUSEMENT PARK SCIENCE 1:00PM-4:00PM $275/student
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
510-593-6181
radicalrobots[AT]mac.com
www.radicalrobots.org
Mr. Asper the Science Master radicalrobots[AT]mac.com
Spanish Summer Camps!
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Viva el Espańol, a non-profit Spanish language center for kids
located in Lafayette, is offering the following summer programs:
• Under The Sea--June 12–16 • 12pm–5pm • Take a deep breath and
come with us on an underwater voyage as we travel under the
sea. Students will discover the mysterious wonders of the deep
blue as they learn to speak—in espańol—of marine life, fish,
seashells, and more! Your little pirates, sailors, and mermaids
will come home with a new appreciation for aquatic life.
• Bugs’ Life--June 19–23 • 9am–2pm • Is your little scientist
fascinated with bugs and nature? Then this session is perfect
for your curious child! Curriculum includes insect dough
creations, marble rolling slug trails, ants on a log snack,
caterpillars out of egg cartons, butterfly symmetry painting,
nature collages, and books surrounding bugs and nature—all in
espańol!
• Fun Daily Classes!--July 5–Aug. 25 (8 weeks) • Classes
available Mon-Fri at 3pm, 4pm and 5pm. Students grouped
according to their proficiency level. Pay one low fee and
attend up to 5 days per week!
For registration information visit www.LamorindaSpanish.com or
call 925-962-9177.
Margaret Grover-Roos mg_roos[AT]hotmail.com
Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006
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Stage by the Bay Summer 2006 Performing Arts Camp is now taking
registrations for two 3-week sessions starting June 26th and
then again July 17th. Students will learn how to act, sing and
dance resulting in a full-scale professional production
of ''Disney's Aladdin Jr.'' the final Friday evening of camp.
Bring a lunch, enjoy two snacks daily, practice CD, t-shirt and
a wonderful camp experience! For more information call (510)
338-0810 or www.moonlightentertainment.org
See You Onstage!
Summer Adventures-Windrush School
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a
wonderful extension of Windrush School.
This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool
staff, and offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on''
projects,
exciting recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a
new thematic
focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the
Bay Area
and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator
box
construction projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum
children to teacher ratio of 12:1.
Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without
regard to gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin,
religion,
color, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, or family
structure.
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information.
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director cberger[AT]windrush.org
Summer Camp for 11 &12 year olds - Mills College
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Looking for a fun and engaging summer day camp for an 11 or 12
year old (we have space for a few more 9 year olds too!)? The
Mills College Summer Arts Program is looking for you!
We offer morning classes in COMPUTER-BASED ART- graphic and
webpage design, animation, digital photography - and DRAMA -
set design, improvisation, small productions, acting! Also in
the mornings, we offer SWIMMING LESSONS and recreational
swimming in the afternoon.
Summer Arts is based on the beautiful Mills College campus in
Oakland.
We offer two sessions: Session I runs from June 26 th-July
14th, and Session II runs from July 17th-August 4th. Campers
may participate in both sessions if they choose!
Afternoon Activities include the camper's choice of:
•Arts and Crafts
•Science Experiments
•Board and Cooperative Games
•Nature Hikes
•Outdoor games and relays
•Sports
•Recreational Swimming (with Counselors and Red Cross
Lifeguards)
•Much more!
For more information or to answer any of your questions, visit
our website:
Google Search for Mills College Summer Arts Program
Or call: (510) 430-3222
Camp will be GREAT this year!
Megan Miller athletics[AT]mills.edu
Summer Ceramics (7-15 yrs.)
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SUMMER ART CAMP, now in its 10th year, is a half-day program for
kids who love to work with clay. In this supportive, small-group
setting kids learn different clay construction techniques and
make whimsical sculptures and functional pieces. These one week
sessions take place in the ceramics studio of artist and art
instructor Dianne Stockler (located near the Julia Morgan
Theater in Berkeley.) There are still spaces in the following
sessions:
June 19-23 (8-13 yrs.)
June 26-30 (7-10 yrs.)
July 17-21 (11-15 yrs., make your own ceramic fountain)
July 31-August 4 (8-13 yrs.)
August 21-25 (8-13 yrs.)
The fountain week meets 9:30am-1:00pm, cost is $220 + $20 pump
fee. All other sessions meet 9:30am-12:30pm, cost is $195.
Call for more details and a brochure at (510) 849-3654.
Dianne Stockler d_stockler[AT]yahoo.com
Summer Theatre Camp for Middle and High School
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The Young Actors Theatre Camp runs twice this summer to keep up
with the overwhelming demand for this non profit Professional
Performing Arts Training Program designed to help each student
discover and develop their talents in arts.
July 18-21 ''The Hollywood Experience Camp'' Held in Hollywood
August 14-19 ''YATC at Camp Jones Gulch'' in Santa Cruz
(Both are sleep away camps and tuitions vary)
www.youngactorstheatrecamp.com or (925)858-3548
Shawn Ryan mail[AT]shawn-ryan.com
SUPER SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMPS - Register NOW!!!
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It's NOT too late to register for 7 FABULOUS weeks of Super Summer
Enrichment Camps in Berkeley (6/19-8/11) for children ages 5-10,
offered by Symba EdVentures and Classroom Matters Tutoring Center.
Families design their own program. Come for the am, pm, or for the
whole day.
CLASSROOM MATTERS MORNING CAMPS (8:30-Noon) with a 1 hr.
supervised lunch break: Enriching games, gardening, bookmaking,
cooking and art activities that reinforce key academic concepts
(biology,
chemistry, math and writing) in a playful, encouraging atmosphere. Plus
daily walks, picnics and exercise at Acton Park.
SYMBA EDVENTURES AFTERNOON CAMPS (1:00-5:00) with aftercare
available: Engaging, mind-expanding educational activities, movement,
multicultural arts, games, brainstorming, music, drama and stories.
PLACE: 2436 Sacramento St., in our new building with cafe and garden.
FEES:$125/wk.(AM)$150/wk.(PM)$175/Wk.(AM & PM). Multiple weeks,
multiple discounts! Enjoy quality care/ programming at $6/hr., $5/hr.
with
discounts.
For full fee schedule, course descriptions and to register,visit us at
http://www.classroommatters.com/program/supersummer.htm or
contact:
info[AT]classroommatters.com
Young Peoples Chamber Orchestra Summer Session
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Young People’s Chamber Orchestra 2006 Summer Session
St. John's Presbyterian Church, 2727 College Ave, Berkeley
Rem Djemilev, conductor
Enrollment open to YPCO members and non-members alike!
This year’s session will run from June 17 through August 5, with an
informal concert
on August 5. Rehearsals will be held at St. John’s on Saturdays:
• String players at the Preparatory and Chamber Orchestra level will be
divided into
two groups, rehearsing either from 9:00 to 10:30, or from 10:30 to
noon. Tuition is
$200. Minimum enrollment is 7.
• String and orchestral wind players at the Senior Chamber Symphony
level will
rehearse from noon to 2:00. Tuition is $250. Minimum enrollment is 7.
So keep those fingers supple and those ears working through the long
summer
break, in a fun and casual setting. And bring your friends along to
play with us!
If you’d like to sign up, or just get additional information, please
call the YPCO
hotline at (510) 595-4688, or visit our website at www.ypco.org
Deborah Schmidt
Actors Workshop for Grades 7-8 or high schoolers ------------------------------------------- Education Unlimited's Actors Workshop is held at UC Berkeley. Middle School Session: July 25-August 6 (grades 7-8, and level) High School Session: July 18-August 6 (grades 9-12, any level) Intensive Session: July 15-August 6 (grades 10-12, experienced). Students from all over the United States, and even international students attend, and they can either live in the UC Berkeley dorms, or commute every day (9 am - 9 pm). At the Actors Workshop, students work in an ensemble to learn the skills and building blocks for dramatics and theater. Students will work on plays, monologues, and have electives such as commedia dell’arte, Shakespeare, mask-making, directing, improv, movement to music, and more. http://www.educationunlimited.com For families with younger kids, Education Unlimited offers: * Public Speaking Institute and Computer Camp (grade 5 at Cal, grade 4 at Stanford), * Sally Ride Science Camp for Girls (grades 6-9) For high school students, there is: * College Admission Prep Camp (SAT, essay writing) * Prep Camp Excel (PSAT, writing, study skills) * East Coast College Tour *mock trial camp * A+ Summer Achievement camp at Stanford. Penny uhohpenny[AT]yahoo.com AKOMA: African Dance/theater camp ------------------------------------------- My 8-year-old daughter has been taking African Dance classes with Madeleine Rogin, a *wonderful* teacher! She's doing a summer camp with her, as well. Here's info about the camp for those who may be interested: ''This summer come celebrate dance, theater and music! Akoma Camp is an African Dance and Theater camp for children ages 5-11. Children will learn about rhythm, musicality, improvisation, choreography, and how to work together to create a performance for family and friends. Akoma Camp is led by Madeleine Rogin, a substitute teacher at Step One School, and a graduate of a Masters' program in Theater and Dance from the University of New Mexico. There will be two sessions: Session I is July 24 - 28, and Session II is July 31 - August 4. The fee for each session is $250, with the option of doing both weeks at $450. Camp time is from 9-3 and extended care will be available from 3-5 daily, at $8 an hour. Please contact Madeleine Rogin at 558-0975 or at madrogin[AT]hotmail.com for registration information.'' loridair[AT]comcast.net Camp Galileo coming to Prospect Sierra Elem! ------------------------------------------- Voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the Bay” in San Francisco Magazine, Camp Galileo combines art, science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions to create a summer day camp experience kids entering K – 5th grade love. Delivered by a highly talented staff, Camp Galileo’s curriculum is developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation and Klutz. Camp Galileo features three unique weeks of programming to appeal to all interests: Shape It, Sculpt It! & Amusement Park Science, Psychedelic ‘60s & Space Explorers, Ancient Egypt & Crime Solver Scientists. Location nearest you: Camp Galileo will be hosted at Prospect Sierra Elementary in El Cerrito from June 26th – July 28th. One week sessions. 13 other locations in Bay Area available. Visit www.campgalileo.com or call 1-800-854-3684 for more information. Full & Partial scholarships also available. Camp Galileo Camp Kee Tov - Spaces Still Available ------------------------------------------- Camp Kee Tov is celebrating it's 39th summer this year with another action packed and nature-filled calendar. We are an imagination-oriented Jewish summer day camp, spending much of our time in the beautiful Tilden Park in Berkeley. Our camp is for everyone - grades K-9 and all backgrounds. Kee Tov is based on 'Ruach' - the energetic spirit that our campers and counselors share. Each summer we sing songs, play games, go on overnights in the parks, swim, hike, cook, play sports, perform skits and plays, enjoy imaginative theme days, and have a blast together. This year, we still have spaces available in many programs, as well as some scholarship aid available. This is one of the most wonderful camps in the area, with a strong reputation and a wonderful, caring staff with great camper-counselor ratios. Before and after-camp care is available. This kind of positivity and excitement is a rare experience for kids – come check it out! If you would like to find out more about Camp Kee Tov, our availability, and our scholarship program, please contact us: Camp Kee Tov Director – Adam Schwartz (510) 848-2372 adam[AT]campkeetov.org http://www.campkeetov.org Adam Schwartz, Director adam[AT]campkeetov.org Creative Writing Summer Camp for Girls ------------------------------------------- Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the wonders of language and the world around us! Campers experience writing and language arts in their full capacities for self expression, exploration and discovery. Through creative writing games and exercises, arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor activities and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this unique and empowering camp. Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd Cyrise Beatty cyrise[AT]hotmail.com DRAMA DAYS: A SUMMER RECESS PROGRAM FOR AGES 3-5 ------------------------------------------- June 19 - 23, 2006 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Berkeley Hills Nursery School 1161 Sterling Avenue, Berkeley (2 blocks below Grizzly Peak Blvd.) $250 Given by veteran preschool directors, Terry Gillen and Jill Shugart, DRAMA DAYS will focus on creative dramatics as a means of expression. Children will participate in acting out familiar fairy tales and stories, as well as making simple costumes or props for their dramatic ventures. In addition, other art, cooking, inside and outside activities will be offered. For further information, please contact Jill at 510-528-0309 or Terry at 510-528-3356. Or email Jill at jshugart[AT]gmail.com Terry Gillen & Jill Shugart Empowerment, Life-Skills & Self-Defense for girls ------------------------------------------- Ok if you have not yet registered your daughter for summer camp check out ''KURUKULA''. It is offered at the Albany Comm. Ctr. It is a unique class that teaches assertiveness & self-defense skills to girls. The instructor works with the Police Department & is highly accredited. The flyer says: Kurukula is much more than just a self-defense class-- it is a dynamic class that develops girl’s self-esteem and self-worth. A typical class includes music, empowerment meditation, and informal ‘rap’ sessions where girls talk openly about issues they face today. Pre-teen & teen girls are making big decisions everyday, and Kurukula addresses these issues by challenging body-image stereotypes, handling peer pressure, openly discussing Internet safety & relationship violence. Girls learn assertiveness skills through fun games, practice self-defense skills to music, and handle difficult situations in creative role-plays. Summer camp classes are available for pre-teens: June 26-29 Jul 17-21 Aug 21-25 And teens: July 9, 16, 23, 30 Call 510-524-9283 to register for Kurukula or visit www.kurukula.com Your daughter will find it really Innovative. lynn c Pleiades' Palette Art Camp for Girls ------------------------------------------- Pleiades' Palette Art Camp for Girls (ages 6 - 14) still has a few spaces left in Weeks I, II, and III and a dozen spaces in Week IV. The camp is in El Cerrito and runs 9:00 to 3:00 in weekly sessions June 19 to July 21. There will not be a session the week of July 4. Campers work with a variety of media, inspired initially by the work of a particular woman artist. Emphasis is on fun and creativity. If you would like to see our camp flyer, please send us your e-mail or call (510) 526-6580. Laura Raboff laura.r[AT]sbcglobal.net Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006 ------------------------------------------- Stage by the Bay Summer 2006 performing arts camp for kids entering 1st through 8th grades with 2 3-week sessions available starting June 26th and then again July 17th resulting a fully-costumed professionally presented production of ''Disney's Aladdin Jr.'' Students will receive a practive CD, 2 snacks daily, coaching in acting, dance and singing and enjoy three weeks of working as a theater company with a final Friday night performance! Call for information and to register: (510)338-0810 boogie014[AT]yahoo.com Summer Drama Camp ------------------------------------------- Narnia Playhouse Summer Drama Camp- For students entering grades 1-6. This summer at Montclair School in Oakland. Three 2- week sessions beginning June 19th. Put on a full length play! Work on sound, lighting, costumes, sets. Daily activities include theater games, improv, comedy skits, video production and stortytelling. Our 17th Summer! For a flyer contact director Doug Cole - narniaph[AT]sbcglobal.net or 510-531-5546 Doug Cole narniaph[AT]sbcglobal.net Summer Strings At Albany ------------------------------------------- Classroom String Education will be offered this summer through the Albany Recreation Department. Three levels of string education (violin, viola and cello) will be taught: Beginning Strings for ages approximately 8-12 who have never played a bowed stringed instrument; Intermediate Strings (6 months to about 1.5 years of study) for children who want to increase their playing and music reading skills in an ensemble setting, and Advanced String Ensemble (at least 2 years or more of studies). The month-long, M-F one-hour class format culminates with a public performance in the Little Theater. A large group picnic at Memorial Park planned for the final Friday. Children from outside the district are very welcome and pay an additional small non-resident registration fee. Classes begin Tuesday, June 20 in the Little Theater building on the Albany High School Campus (11, 12 and 1 p.m.) All string students must provide their own properly-fitted instrument. Please contact instructor Dennie Mehocich, Director, Albany Middle School String Ensemble for more information (415) 456- 6101 or e-mail to this address. Dennie Mehocich dmehocich[AT]sbcglobal.net Tree Frog Treks Wild Science Summer Camp! ------------------------------------------- Tree Frog Treks Junior Explorer (ages 4-6) and Wild Science (ages 7-12) Summer Camps are now enrolling! We'll host 5 weeks of camp in Golden Gate Park and 3 weeks in Piedmont Park. Meet and greet animal ambassadors like Hannibal the Plated Lizard, Julie the Burmese Python, and Walter the Western Toad! Search for hawks, frogs and salamanders! Strap on your goggles to conduct cool chemistry experiments and watch hydrogen bubbles explode in flames! Learn what makes the Earth so special as we build a bottle-biology habitat for worms, bugs & slugs, then blast rockets into outer space in search of extraterrestrials! Study the aerodynamics of a bird wing, then build different types of kites and paper airplanes! Go on a treasure hunt in search of lost civilizations! Learn how to track wildlife and survive in the great outdoors as we trek to Ocean Beach and Crissy Field in San Francisco, and Robert’s Redwood Park in Oakland! Get ready to get out, get dirty, explore, make art, and do hands-on science experiments! Visit http://www.treefrogtreks.com/camps1.htm for camp dates and registration information! Jessica Cowley jessica[AT]treefrogtreks.com
C.I.T. Programs/Paid Positions--Help Wanted
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RECREATION LEADER I, II & III
$9.20 - $14.28 per hr. (seasonal)
Are you looking for a fun, fulfilling job this summer? Earn
money, gain valuable work experience, and become a leader with
the East Bay Regional Park District’s Recreation Department.
Your summer experience could include hiking, biking, boating,
fishing, camping, swimming and other outdoor activities.
Applicants must be at least* 16 years old or entering senior
year of high school or college level with course work in
Recreation. Must be energetic, hard-working, have excellent
communications skills, and be sincerely interested in providing
youth with a wonderful summer experience in the Regional Parks.
To apply or for a detailed job description, contact the H.R.
Dept., at 2950 Peralta Oaks Court, Oakland, CA 94605, or call
(510) 544-2154 before closing deadline 4/27/06 or until
filled. You may also visit our website at www.ebparks.org,
EOE
*Applicants between 14 and 17 years old are welcome to apply
for our Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) Program. (For more
information please contact (510) 544-2521)
rectemp[AT]ebparks.org
Danceversity World Dance Camp
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Give your child the gift of dance this summer by enrolling them
in Danceversity World Dance Camp held the weeks of August 7th,
14th, and 21st at Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center in
Berkeley. Classes are held from 9am-4pm and include instruction
in different dance forms from around the world. For more info
please go to www.danceversity.com. Open to ages 7-16.
Hannah hannah[AT]danceversity.com
Family Summer Camp - Camp It Up!
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Camp It Up!
a summer camp for families and friends
August 6 - 13, 2006 (stay 3-7 nights)
Since 1990, Camp It Up! has offered a one-of-a-kind summer family
camp. With the belief that all parents -- single, partnered,
lesbian, gay, bisexual or heterosexual, as well as children,
grandparents, aunts, uncles and special friends -- create unique
family structures that should be nurtured and respected, we've
built a community that nourishes both our diversity and
commonality, and supports all families and family members.
*fun-filled camp for LGBT families & our friends
*activities for children, adults, families
*swimming, horseback riding, crafts, dances & more
*counselor-led kids groups meet each day
*one family per cabin & all meals/snacks provided
*sliding scale fees
*teen & counselor-in-training programs
*now in our 17th year!
Call Jill Rose, Camp Director at (510) 336-0383 or click
http://www.campitup.org for more information.
ML Haynes, Marketing Manager - Camp It Up!
Fun in Motion! Indonesian Martial Arts Camp
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Our camps are packed with fun, focused activities and infused with
the spirit of Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen - a rare Indonesian martial art
offering self-defense and the creative movement of animals.
Each morning starts with a vigorous martial arts class followed by
a short lunch/game break. Afternoons will be filled with outings (the
zoo, Tilden!)
community service and Indonesian craft and cooking projects. Extended
care is
available. Our camp is headed by female instructors and our philosophy
is based in
cooperation, respect and community. All experience levels and
abilities are
welcomed and supported! Newbies are the best! Our camps are intimate
and very
well staffed.
Ages 5 and up. $313/week. We also have one week of 'overnight' camp.
Call and
check our website for more about us and a reg form!
Studio Naga
A Tulen Center for Indonesian Martial Arts and Wellness
5850 San Pablo Ave, North Oakland, CA 94608
(510) 652-NAGA (6242)
www.studionaga.com
studionaga[AT]yahoo.com
Louise Rafkin studionaga[AT]yahoo.com
GIRLS WHO FLY After School and Summer Camps
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AFTER SCHOOL aerial classes for girls ages 9-13. Hanging,
spinning, climbing, sitting and dancing on trapeze, hoops and
slings, this five week series focuses on fun, skill
development, social interaction, large movement activities, and
presentation. No experience required. Class size is limited.
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS, 4:15-5:45 PM
* Series 2: May 10, 17, 24, 31 (4 week series)
SUMMER CAMPS (Still room available)
* June 19-23
* August 21-25
In these summer programs, girls 9-13, expand their horizons and
potential as they take to the air using low-flying trapezes,
hoops, slings ropes and bungees. The week consists of dance,
yoga, aerial dance, self defense, performance and more.
*Campers girls ages 9-13
*8:30 am-3:30 pm M-F
*Optional Extended Care from 3:30-5:30 pm
Visit our website for fees, registration forms, brochures,
photos...all the details!!
www.movingout.org (go to classes section)
After-school and Camps are held at STUDIO 12 and taught by
Aerial Dance Director Cherie Carson. 2525 Eighth Street[AT] Dwight
Way, Berkeley, CA
Cherie cac1000[AT]earthlink.net
Imagination Kids Summer Art Camp for Ages 6-14
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For the 11th year, Imagination Kids will be offering small sized,
high quality art camps in a backyard studio setting. Each theme-
based camp meets five days a week from 9am to 3pm and ends with a
reception/showing of work on Friday afternoon.
Schedule of Sessions & suggested ages:
1: 6/19-23 Famous Artists 8-14
2: 6/26-30 World Art 6-10
3: 7/24-28 Famous Artists 8-14
4: 7/31-8/4 World Art 8-14 FULL, waiting list only
5: 8/7-11 Famous Artists 6-10
Camps are held in Lucy's studio on Cornell just North of
Gilman in Berkeley. The fee is $340. Some financial assistance is
available.
In Famous Artists sessions students will experiment with the
techniques and styles of several important artists. For example,
create colorful animal drawings in the style of Franz Marc and
sculptural reliefs inspired by Louise Nevelson.
In World Art sessions, students take a trip around the world
exploring the cultures and crafts of many different countries.
For example, create ancient Mayan mosaic masks and paintings
inspired by Australian Aboriginal art.
Please don't hesitate to call or email for more information:
510-527-4777
Lucy Ames lucy_ames[AT]yahoo.com
Martial Art/Video Camp for Teens -August 7-12
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Traditional Martial Arts Monastic training and Video Production Camp
will instruct
the traditional Martial Art of Ki Aikido, monastic discipline and meals
preparation
and create a short dramatic video promoting the concept of ''Peaceful
resolutions to
conflict''
Skills of monastic cooking, martial arts and video production will be
learned.
Includes 6 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast, Friday evening
sleep-over, and a
special early-morning training on Saturday (August 12).
Martial art and/or video production experience a plus, but not
required. Prospective
students must interview for participation.
Overseen and taught by Maida sensei, Chief Instructor of the Northern
California Ki
Society, a local professional instructor since 1976, Zen meditation
teacher (Rinzai
Priest), and producer of many Aikido instructional videos. visit
www.kiaikido.org or
call 510-290-8640
sherry Drobner drobespi[AT]comcast.net
MONART Spring Break (4/17-4/21) Art Camps, Alameda
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At MONART, we create a comfortable and non-competitive
atmosphere, where anyone can experience the magic and joy
of artistic expression. All camps are held at our MONART
studio at 1918 Encinal Avenue in Alameda.
SPRING BREAK MINI CAMPS -- 9am – noon, ages 5 – 12
4/17 to 4/18: Birds of a Feather, $80
4/19 to 4/20: Mythical Magic, $80
4/21: Drop-In Open Drawing Studio, $10/hr
For past or current students or campers and their
friends only.
Our camps are divided into two parts - first, campers
are engaged in a MONART drawing or painting lesson
based on that camp's theme. After a short break and
healthy snack that we provide, campers explore
3 dimensionality, ranging from complex structures to
whimsical crafts, to new media techniques.
WE ARE ALSO OFFERING HALF-DAY SUMMER ART CAMPS
AND AFTERNOON SUMMER ART CLASSES TOO.
More details are at http://alameda.monart.com
Mention the Parents Network and take 10% off any of our camps.
Your camp registration form is downloadable from
http://alameda.monart.com/pdf/BPNSpring06CampRegForm.pdf
or call 521-DRAW (3729)
Monart Alameda
MONART Summer Vacation Art Camps in Alameda
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MONART Summer Vacation Art Camps and Art Classes
Monday – Friday, June 26 – August 25
9am – 12:30pm, ages 6 – 12, $200/camp
Cartoons and Clay, $200
6/26 - 6/30
7/24 – 7/28
8/21 – 8/25
Architecture, $120
7/5 – 7/7
Mythical Magic, $200
7/10 – 7/14
8/7 – 8/11
Underwater Sea Adventures, $200
7/17 – 7/21:
8/14 – 8/18
Each day we begin with a MONART drawing or painting lesson
and includes relevant, age-appropriate academic instruction with
interest and flair. After a break and healthy snack that we
provide,campers explore 3 dimensionality, ranging from complex
structures to whimsical crafts. More details about our camps are
on our website at http://alameda.monart.com/camps
We will also be offering a reduced class schedule and drop-in
Open Studio drawing times in the afternoons during the summer.
Mention the Parents Network and take 10% off the camp cost.
Your camp registration form is downloadable from
http://alameda.monart.com/pdf/BPNSummer06CampRegForm.pdf
or call 521-DRAW (3729).
Monart Alameda
Park Day Summer Arts Camp
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Park Day Summer Arts Camp offers a weekly variety of visual and
performing art
experiences for children beginning 1st garde thru 13 years old. All
classes are taught
by professional Bay Area artists who practice what they teach. There
are usually
openings available throughout the summer but best to pre register.
Starting June 19th
and ending August 18th. Weekly enrollment with full day (8:30am -
5:30pm) or 3/4
day (8:30am - 3:45pm). Web site: http://parkdaysummerartscamp.com
Located on the campus of Park Day School, a beautiful and secure campus
environment
artscamp[AT]earthlink.net
Sierra Friends Camp
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Announcing
Sierra Friends Camp
July 1 - 15 & July 16 - July 30, 2006
The Sierra Friends Camp offers children age s 9 - 14 a memorable
camping experience rooted in Quaker values of compassion for
oneself, others, and the natural world. While living at camp,
campers and staff create a vibrant community of friends
and take part in arts and drama activities, non-competitive
sports and games, sharing music, stories and
reflection around the campfire, and swimming in our pond and
the nearby Yuba River. Campers will also embark on two- to
three-night age-appropriate hiking and camping trips that will
inspire self-confidence through physical challenge,
appreciation of nature, and skills in camping and teamwork.
Campers can choose between two- and four-week sessions. For
more information see www.sierrafriendscenter.org/camp
http://www.sierrafriendscenter.org/camp or by calling 530-
273-3183.
Patricia Cogley patricia[AT]bavc.org
Stage by the Bay Performing Arts Camp 2006
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Moonlight Entertainment presents ''Stage by the Bay 2006''
Performing Arts Camp 2 Sessions June and July this summer.
Two 3-week sessions of camp teaching kids entering 1st through
8th grades how to act, sing and dance resulting in a final
big performance of ''Disney's Aladdin Jr.''. This professional
group of theater professionals presents this exciting theater
performance camp for a 2nd year at Holy Names High School in
Oakland from 9 to 3pm each day with aftercare available for a
fee. Call for information and to register:
(510)338-0810
boogie014[AT]yahoo.com
Summer Adventures- Windrush School
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a
wonderful
extension of Windrush School.
This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool
staff, and
offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects,
exciting
recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new
thematic focus each
week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area
and special
group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box
construction projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum
children to
teacher ratio of 12:1.
Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without
regard to
gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion,
color, mental or
physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure.
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information.
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director
Summer Dance Camps
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SUMMER DANCE CAMPS
Ages: 8-11 (experienced & new dancers)
Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, Berkeley
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Session A: July 10 - 14
Session B:July 17 - 21
(Students may take one or both sessions)
Session A: 7/10-14 Shake, Erupt and Whirl
Nature inspires extreme movement. SDC explores the forms,
energy and movement vocabulary inherent in natural phenomena
such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes and more.
Session B: 7/17-21 Forces of Nature
Move beyond catastrophe and explore the underlying systems of
nature through movement. Explore energy concepts found in
nature’s patterns such as gravity, tides, precipitation and
more.
TEEN CHOREOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Ages: 12-16 (experienced & new dancers)
Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, Berkeley
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
July 31 -August 4
Teens ages 12-16 explore and expand their dance making skills.
Dancers will make and manipulate phrases using spoken or
written word as inspiration.
Luna Kids Dance kids[AT]lunakidsdance.com
SuperSummer Camp: late registrants welcome!
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Still looking for that perfect camp that fits your family
schedule? SuperSummer Camp
http://www.classroommatters.com/program/supersummer.htm is
accepting apps. until the first week of June! Families with
kids ages 5-10 will find a flexible schedule, stimulating
activities and a warm, caring, exciting environment with us!
Located in Central Berkeley, near several parks, Supersummer
has it all: field trips, a beautiful facility full of
resources, a large garden, education through play and a
curriculum geared toward active children. Designed to engage
age levels 5-10, your child will have unique curriculum
tailored to him or her! Take home beautiful projects daily.
Come for the a.m., p.m. or all day. Find out more about our
courses:
http://www.classroommatters.com/program/supersummer.htm#coursede
scriptions. , or Come see our portfolio of photos and
testimonialscall for info: 510-540-8646. Or register on-line!
Come join the EdVenture with Classroom Matters and Symba!
Molly Gales
Young Actors' Theatre Camp has Two Summer Sessions
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www.youngactorstheatrecamp.com has two Opportunities this
summer for students ages 10-18 who are interested in the
performing arts.
Visit www.youngactorstheatrecamp.com or call (925)858-3548 for
complete Deatils
Summer Camp in Santa Cruz, August 14-19
Summer Intensive in Hollywood (High School Only) July 18-21
YATC was designed to help each student discover and develop
their skills in the performing arts.
Shawn Ryan mail[AT]shawn-ryan.com
Youth Video Intensive--Teens make films!
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This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring young filmmakers!
Youth Video Intensive
The Bay Area Video Coalition announces the Summer Youth Video
Intensive, a three-week workshop designed for youth ages 13 and
up. Students learn video production from accomplished independent
filmmakers by directing and producing a dynamic video short.
Workshops and project-based learning include:
* Writing and Storyboarding
* Videography
* Lighting and Sound
* Editing with Final Cut Pro
* BrainGlow DVD: An interactive Digital Storytelling DVD
To enroll, please call 415.558.2180.
Cost: $1,150.00; $1050 if you enroll before May 1
Class dates: July 5th-8th, July 10th-14th, and July 17th-21st
Classes occur from 10am - 4pm each day.
Patricia Cogley patricia[AT]bavc.org
------------------------------------------- Dance camps/classes ------------------------------------------- My daughter is in third grade. I'm looking for a 1-week or 2- week camp that has dance, ballet and such, but not super- structured, and would be inclusive of someone new to the ''dance culture.'' She's very athletic and supple but doesn't yet have dance training. ------------------------------------------- contra costa children's chorus has two sessions of theater arts for kids. this isn't specifically a dance camp, but they do lots of dancing. they produce two full broadway musicals, one per session. they start at age 7, but would probably make an exception for your 6 year old. if you want more info, call 925 945-7101 x 200. they are great. colleen ------------------------------------------- Experience with Trapeze Arts summer camp? ------------------------------------------- I'm interested in hearing from anyone who has had experience with either Trapeze Arts Circus Camp or Studio 12 ''Girls Who Fly'' aerial summer camp, or the regular classes for either of these programs. I have an athletic 12 year old who would love to try these, but first I'd like to talk with someone who can fill me in on the pros and cons. Thanks! eve ------------------------------------------- My athletic 10 year old has taken two 5-week sessions of Cherie Carson's ''Girls Who Fly'' at Studio 12 and loved it. Cherie is a wonderful teacher - very patient, inspiring and creative. I believe this is the first summer that she is offering the camp and I'm sure it will be of the same high quality as her classes. She has multiple activities planned to keep the girls engaged and active! JenAnnouncements
Girls on the Go! for 9-13 year olds* ------------------------------------------- Monkey Business Camp presents Girls on the Go! A Field-Trip based day camp for girls ages 9-13. Girls, aged 9 to 13 years, experience the world around them through a series of local field trips and interactive workshops. Traveling by public transportation, girls learn how to access the diversity of their communities in a well-supervised program. June 12-16 (1 week) June 19-23 (1 week) July 5-14 (1 and half weeks) July 17-28 (2 weeks) July 31-Aug 11 (2 weeks) Aug 14-19 (1 week) After meeting at 8:30 am at Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley, we travel via foot, public bus, train, or boat to a pre-determined location. We return to the park between 5:00 and 5:30 pm. For registration forms and more information visit www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/girls.htm office[AT]monkeybusinesscamp.com Monkey Business Camp BandWorks School of Rock Class & Camp Registration ------------------------------------------- BandWorks After School & Saturday Workshops start again April 10, plus registration is also open for Summer Camp. For kids 8+, Workshops are open to beginners with no previous musical experience, through advanced players. Students are matched with other musicians at a similar age and musical level. Professional musician-instructors create a fun and supportive environment while they teach kids the skills they need to play in a rock band-and make new friends in the process. Participants can join ''as a group'' too! Workshop Cost: $350, includes an Individualized Music Notebook, a CD of the tunes your student is learning, and a CD of your student's Concert. Classes meet once weekly for 2 hours, for 8 weeks and culminate in a performance at Ashkenaz. Adult workshops, too! For a complete picture of the program, and Summer Camp information, check out the website: www.bandworks.com or Contact: julie[AT]bandworks.com 510. 649. 7738 Julie Chervin julie[AT]bandworks.com Discover the Bay Area at City Camp this summer! ------------------------------------------- Named Bay Area Parent magazine's ''Favorite Day Camp'', City Camp takes children 6-12 on fascinating field trips every day to find out what makes cities special and to develop skills to be safe and healthy urban explorers. Most of all, City Camp is FUN! Openings are still available throughout the summer at both the UC Berkeley and San Francisco Ferry building locations. Please visit www.citycamp.net for more information and instant online registration. info[AT]citycamp.net FIDDLEKIDS camp for traditional fiddle music ------------------------------------------- FIDDLEKIDS camp for kids ages 7-13 still has a few spaces! We have another wonderful program lined up for Fiddlekids 2006!!! Laura Risk, Julian Smedley, Helen White and Bobbi Nikles teach fiddle; Marcy Overway, teaches art and Evie Ladin, dance. Camp will be held June 19-23, 2006 at the Tehiyah Day School in El Cerrito. Now in our ninth year, FIDDLEKIDS continues as a one-week intensive day camp teaching kids to play traditional fiddle tunes by ear, in a supportive fun-filled camp setting, with art and dance as well. Last day of camp finishes with a grand performance. Visit www.fiddlekids.com or contact me: Bobbi Shearn Nikles, director FIDDLEKIDS info[AT]fiddlekids.com 415-665-0370 Bobbi Shearn Nikles bobbinik[AT]comcast.net Girls soccer camp at Mills College ------------------------------------------- If you are interested in a girls only soccer camp at Mills College.... send email to Colette Bowler colette[AT]mills.edu Jazz Camp West ------------------------------------------- Jazz Camp West 2006- June 24- July 1 No. California's most popular summer jazz camp for teens (15+) and adults! Jazz Camp West is an 8 day jazz immersion program for beginners through professionals held in the beautiful redwoods of La Honda, No. CA. Over 100 classes per day are offered in instrumental instruction, Big Bands, combos, theory, dance (hip-hop, jazz, and salsa) CD production, vocals, steel drum, percussion, etc. Musical styles include jazz, blues, gospel, raggae, latin, and more. www.jazzcampwest.com -510-287-8880 Stacey Hoffman stacey[AT]jazzcampwest.com Karate and Sports Camp ------------------------------------------- June 19-23 1/2 day camp for ages 4-6 Aug 7-11 Full day camp ages 7-14 Aug14-18 Full day camp ages 7-14 FUN is the name of the game! 1/2 day camp meets from 9-noon pm daily. Full day camp from 9- 4 daily. Whether your trying a martial art for the first time, or working on advancement in your style, there will be something for everyone. As always we'll include yoga, aerobic fitness, technique classes and self defense. Full day campers will swim each afternoon at the Emeryville pool located across the street from the dojo. Each week will also include a field trip like the ones we've always taken to the Coliseum to see the Oakland A's as well as play time at a local park just a few blocks away. The camp is open to all styles, first timers and seasoned martial artists. Our convenient location on San Pablo in Emeryville makes us accessible from all major highways and local thoroughfares. For more information and to download a registration form, please go to http://www.skillsforsafeliving.com/events.html terri[AT]skillsforsafeliving.com Overnight Summer Science Camps at LHS ------------------------------------------- Registration is now open for 5- and 6-day, overnight Summer Science Camps sponsored by Lawrence Hall of Science, Berkeley. Ecology camps are available for ages 8-12, backpacking camps for ages 10-16, and research camps for grades 9-12. The first camp begin June 27 with camps offered through August 4. For complete information go to www.lawrencehallofscience.org. Linda Schneider lindas[AT]berkeley.edu Performing Arts Intensive ------------------------------------------- East Bay Center for the Performing Arts is proud to announce its second year of our ground breaking Advancement Diploma Program. EBCPA is currently accepting 15 new middle school age students to participate in a two-year course of study for highly committed students who desire to strengthen the practice, understanding and application of the Performing Arts in their lives. The program will start in the summer of 2006 with a five week onsite all day intensive. Sesison Dates: July 10th-August 12th 2006 Monday through Friday 9-3 (ealry drop off at 8:30 if needed) Location: East Bay Center for the Performing Arts 339 11th Street Richmond CA, 94801 Cost: The program is free as we have 15 full scholarships open for youth who are accepted into the program. (The value of full tution scholarship and accompaning support is $8000 per year, per student) How to apply: For program information and application please contact Rebecca Hawley at 510 234-5624 x 20 or by e-mail rebecca[AT]eastbaycenter.org To learn more about EBCPA please visit our website at www.eastbaycenter.org Rebecca Hawley rebecca[AT]eastbaycenter.org Summer Adventures- Windrush School ------------------------------------------- Windrush School Summer Adventures Program June 26 through August 18, 2006. Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful extension of Windrush School. This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool staff, and offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects, exciting recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction projects. All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children to teacher ratio of 12:1. Windrush is committed to diversity and welcomes all families without regard to gender, ethnic group identification, race, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, or family structure. Fees are from $225 to $260 a week See our website www.windrush.org or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information. Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director Cberger[AT]windrush.org Summer Day Camps at LHS ------------------------------------------- Registration is now open for Summer Day Camps at Lawrence Hall of Science, Berkeley. Camps are available for ages as young as 4 and grades as high as 9th. The first camps begin June 19 with camps offered through August 25. LHS offers a variety of options including half- and full-day, one- and two-week, supervised lunch hour between camps, and supervised late pickup (4-5 p.m.). For complete information go to www.lawrencehallofscience.org. Linda Schneider lindas[AT]berkeley.edu Summer Jr Tennis Camp [AT] Mills College w/ rec swim ------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE PROGRAM The mission of the Junior Tennis Camp at Mills College is to provide high quality tennis instruction in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Positive reinforcement and cooperative learning techniques are emphasized throughout. Ball machines and video replay analysis will be utilized as appropriate. The junior camp will include a “Tennis Olympics”, complete with medals and an awards ceremony, on the last day of each week. Supervision at the tennis courts will be available from 12:15-12:30 for tennis campers participating in half-day sessions of the Mills Summer Arts Camp. The tennis camps run in one-week sessions. Recreational swim will be supervised by the tennis coaches in addition to the trained and certified lifeguards at the Mills College Aquatic Center. ABOUT THE STAFF Mills College Head Coach Marc Weinstein directs the tennis camp. The balance of the coaching staff is made up of Mills Tennis Team members and graduate students, all of whom have extensive tennis backgrounds. For more information contact Marc Weinstein at 510-430-3257 or mweinste[AT]mills.edu Marc Weinstein mweinste[AT]mills.edu University Village Recreation Program ------------------------------------------- University Village Spring Break & Summer Camps! Sign ups have started for this year’s spring break and summer camps at University Village. Your choice of *Baseball with Joe Pearse or Nick Hernandez, *Soccer with Teale Matteson (former asst. coach at CAL) or Andy Bonchonsky (former head coach at CAL), *Basketball with Rick Slettedahl and Randal Gory (both former collegiate players and long-time Bay Area coaches) *Gymnastics, Art, Tee-ball and more. Kid’s Corner Summer Camps focusing on Skateboarding, Play-Well TEKnologies Engineering FUNdamentals w/Lego Camp, Music, Dance and Culture from Around the World, Outdoor Adventures and Sports still have space available in most camps. University Village Recreation is a partner with the Positive Coaching Alliance. For more information or to sign-up on-line, visit our website http://villagerecreation.berkeley.edu, email uvrec[AT]berkeley.edu or call us at 510-524-4926. University Village Recreation Young Naturalist Summer Camp ------------------------------------------- ''Motion and Potions'' Young Naturalist Summer Camp No, this is not taught by Professor Snape — but local herbalist potion-masters will reveal their secrets when we catch them in their native habitat! We will travel daily to different parks and points of interest in the Greater Bay Area for hikes and nature study. Our emphasis will be on native California medicinal plants, but we will also learn about local rocks and minerals, water flow and land movement, and all kinds of wild flora and fauna. Special nature walks will be led by experts in medicinal herbology, wild food plants, and native botany. Our focus is on fun — not academics. There may be a possibility of overnight campouts also, for those who wish it. This camp is for children of kindergarten age and older who love to be outdoors and have some hiking experience. It is a small camp program, run as part of a home-based family day care in El Cerrito. This is a Waldorf-based and LifeWays-based program. For dates and rates: e-mail is best: cturrell[AT]sbcglobal.net, or you can call: Colene Turrell 510/525-1370 (not after 9 p.m., please!)
------------------------------------------- Japanese Language Camp & after school lessons ------------------------------------------- I'm looking for a non-religious based Japanese summer camp for my already bi-lingual 4 1/2 year old son. He already speaks some Japanese with Dad at home and with some friends, but fear, being English dominant, he may lose it without a more structured environment. When he starts K, I'd like to continue an after-school program. I'm already familiar with Sycamore in El Cerrito, but would prefer something not connected with a church. I'd be willing to drive to SF or up to an hour or so to do this. Thanks. Need to Maintain the 2nd language ------------------------------------------- Hi, You might want to check out the Pacific Rim International School in Emeryville. It is a Montessori based school but also offers language immersion in Japanese and Mandarin. There are 2 Japanese teachers for kids aged 3-6 and these teachers speak only Japanese to the kids all day no matter what subject is being taught (same for the Mandarin and Enlish speaking teachers - the teachers always speak in their native language to the kids, but can all communicate in English with the parents as necessary). There are quite a few kids in this class who come from Japanese families and speak primarily in Japanese throughout the day. They have several summer sessions that are each 2 weeks in length. The core hours are 9:00 to 3:30 but they also offer extended care from 8:00-9:00 and 3:30- 6. There are enrichment classes (usually art, martial arts, music) in the afternoons for an additional fee. Feel free to email me if you have any questions. Lorianne lmasuoka at sbcglobal.net ------------------------------------------- There is another small after school program run by Misae Moro. The facility she uses happens to be a churchin San Leandro, but unlike Sycamore, there is no religious component. The program is 2x week. She is excellent: mi2kz at msn.com Our girls will start at Hoshuko in SF in April -- age requirement is 6YO by April 1 -- parallel to the Japanese school calendar. Our girls went through Sycamore and now do AIUEO 2x week. We are very satisfied. I felt the same as you about the religious component at the beginning, but ended up finding a benefit in it -- we framed it as exposure to one of the many world religions. In conjunction with Sycamore, through friends, we exposed our girls to Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, and Islam -- though we as a family do not observe any religion. We are also part of a very large Japanese community in the east bay, this is a great way to instill values and language. Happy to share more. AmyAnnouncements
Berkelely Montessori Summer Arts Camp
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Berkeley Montessori School (on University Ave.) is offering an arts-based
summer
camp for children ages 6-12 years. (Sessions, which extend from late June
to
late
August, are one to two weeks long.)
Campers will experience a rich, fun learning environment that combines
experiential
arts education with the relaxed atmosphere of summer camp. Each session
features
the in-depth exploration of studio, performing, physical and living arts,
as
well as
field trips and changing daily activity options. Extended care (am and
pm) is
available.
The Summer Camp is designed around research showing that arts education
builds
cognitive, perceptual and analytic abilities, develops important patters
of
intellectual
behavior, and plays a crucial role in improving students’ ability to
learn.
Arts
education also helps children explore what it means to be human and
strengthens
sensitivity, understanding, and respect for oneself and others through
individual
and collaborative work.
For more information and a downloadable application go to
www.bmsonline.org/
summercamp.html, or call Zachary Roberts, BMS Elementary Summer Camp
Director,
at 655-8800 ext. 260.
Christine Trost ctrost at berkeley.edu
Berkeley Rep Summer Theatre Intensive
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This summer, immerse yourself in theatre.
Financial Aid is available for the Berkeley Rep Summer Theatre
Intensive: a four week program for students entering grades 6-
12. Classes include acting, improvisation, movement, stage
combat, musical theatre, play creation, and more! At the end
of each four week session, students perform their original play
on the stage at Berkeley Rep. For more information visit
www.berkeleyrep.org/school, email school at berkeleyrep.org or
call 510.647.2972.
Jessica Modrall school at berkeleyrep.org
Berkeley YMCA Spring Break Camp
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The Berkeley YMCA at 2001 Allston Way will hold Spring Break
camp from April 10-14th. Spring Break camp is a great
opportunity to try out ''Y'' camp before making your summer
choices. The camp is open for children entering kindergarten in
Fall of 2006 through 8th grade. This camp will be held on-site
and our youngest campers will start their day in our Childwatch
room and end in kindergym. Campers will swim in our YMCA pools
and have fun-filled days with lots of field trips. Camp prices
are very reasonable, and extended care is included as well as a
free morning munchies program for breakfast. Regular camp hours
are 9-4pm, with free extended care from 7:45am-9am and 4-6pm.
Registration is available at the front desk, or contact Qiqi
with any questions at 665-3264 or qrodriguez at baymca.org.
Eden O'Brien-Brenner eobrienbrenner at baymca.org
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Berkeley YMCA Summer Camp for almost 5yo girl
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Hello! I supervise the camp director for the Berkeley YMCA. I
am glad you are asking for recent recommendations, because that
is important. Please always feel welcome to schedule a visit to
our programs or contact our camp director for information as
well. Our camp this year will be located at Washington
Elementary school where a brand new play structure has been
installed. We place the entering kindergartners and first
graders in a separate area in the morning so that they are not
overwhelmed by the older children. Our ratio for Voyagers is 1
counselor for every 6 children. Staff for this age group
receive specific training about what they can do to help ease
the transition from pre-school to kindergarten. Kindergarten
teachers over the years have helped us design the training and
the curriculum for the campso that children are well-prepared.
Of course, this is an age where they are definitely going
through a big transition and often times leaving their life-long
preschool friends. The camp itself is very active, mostly
outdoors and with lots of field trips. A full brochure of
activities is available at our website at www.baymca.org. Click
on ''Downtown'' branch. Or call Qiqi, the camp director, at 665-
3264.
And just a note - Spring Break camp can be a GREAT opportunity
to try Y camp before making your summer decisions. Spring Break
camp is held at the Downtown Branch and enrollment is now open.
Eden O'Brien-Brenner eobrienbrenner at baymca.org
Bridging the Gap: Getting Ready for 1st Grade
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I am a published Early Literacy Specialist with a passion for
working with young children on early reading skills. This
summer, for the 5th year, I will be conducting a series of 2 two-
week classes for small groups of kindergarten graduates focusing
on skills most useful for first grade success.
Through interactive songs, games and activities we review letter
sounds, letter writing, rhyming, syllable segmentation, phoneme
segmentation and blending, and a core sight word vocabulary as
well as practice story retelling.
Groups will be held for 1 ˝ hours Monday through Thursday in the
morning 9:00-10:30 and in the afternoon 4:00-5:30, in Oakland,
4372 Montgomery St. (Near Piedmont Ave.) Childcare will be
available after the morning session, upon request.
Meet me and other parents at a free Information Event on Sunday
April 30th, 5:00-6:30 on Montgomery St. Free screenings will
begin in April. Call for further information 510 655 2952.
Parents and kid feedback has been excellent. Check out my
website: www.EarlyLiteracyWizard.com where you can download an
application.
Dr. Ariel Lenchner metaorna at aol.com
Cal Leadership Academy for 7th - 10th graders
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Learn leadership, teamwork, and community building skills while
participating in
a
unique self-contained activity filled camp. Campers will be grouped in
teams of
about 15 and each team will be assigned two adult leaders. They will
participate
in
an array of activates such as swimming, ropes course, on and off campus
trips,
community service project, team games, etc. In this experiential
activity-based
curriculum, campers learn essential elements of teamwork, leading others,
and
serving the community. The goal of this program is to prepare the
individuals
for
future leadership opportunities in school or extra-curricular programs, or
camp
training programs. Two week sessions begin June 19th and run $300 per
camper
visit http://www.oski.org or e-mail: scrainfo at berkeley.edu or call
510-643-2267.
Jennifer Selke jenn8 at uclink.berkeley.edu
Camp Chrysalis-www.campchrysalis.com--not full yet
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There are still openings for summer sessions.
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Camp Chrysalis - Environmental Education.
For over 20 years, Camp Chrysalis has helped young people, 8-14
yrs of age, explore diverse natural environments of California.
Living among redwoods, tidepools, marshes and mountains, campers
cultivate an ethic of respect and responsibility for the
ecologies that support life.
Equally important, attention to ecological interdependence
inevitably places our focus on the human communities that sustain
us as individuals. Free from the cynicism of popular culture,
Camp Chrysalis gives young people the opportunity to create
genuine friendships grounded in kindness and respect.
Sessions take place in Big Sur, Mendocino and the Sierras. A
backpacking trip for older teens is also planned in the Sierras.
Please go to www.campchrysalis.com for more informantion and for
registration by April 1st, 2006.
CAMP CHRYSALIS Contacts
2434 McKinley Ave
Berkeley, CA 94703
Lee Tempkin (Director)
(510) 843-6157
lee at campchrysalis.com
Michael Rossman (Director)
(510) 849-1154
mrossman at sbcglobal.net
Amy
Camp Galileo coming to Prospect Sierra Elem!
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Voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the
Bay” in San Francisco Magazine, Camp Galileo combines art,
science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions to
create a summer day camp experience kids entering K – 5th grade
love. Delivered by a highly talented staff, Camp Galileo’s
curriculum is developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of
Innovation and Klutz. Camp Galileo features three unique weeks
of programming to appeal to all interests: Shape It, Sculpt
It! & Amusement Park Science, Psychedelic ‘60s & Space
Explorers, Ancient Egypt & Crime Solver Scientists.
Camp Galileo El Cerrito will be hosted at Prospect Sierra
Elementary from June 26th – July 28th. Space is filling up
quickly. Visit www.campgalileo.com or call 1-800-854-3684 for
more information.
Camp Galileo
Creative Writing Summer Camp for Girls
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Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp
for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the
wonders of language and the world around us! Through arts,
crafts, cooking, outdoor activites and guest artists and
writers we will gain deeper connection to the language that
lives in each of us! We will delve deeply into the works of
many wonderful authors and poets as we create and share our own
literary creations. Please visit us at
www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this unique and
empowering camp.
Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th
Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd
Cyrise Beatty cyrise at hotmail.com
Eeek! MONSTERS!! A Ceramics Class for Kids 8-11!
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Eeek! MONSTERS!! A Ceramics Class for 8-11 Year Olds
Jeni Anderson
Wednesdays 4:00-6:00 PM
6 Weeks starting April 26.
$125
Call the ASUC Art Studio at 510-642-3065 to sign up!
We’ll take a serious look at some of the wildest creatures to ever roam
the
world of
imagination! With inspiration gleaned from reading storybooks and sharing
ideas,
students will draw and sculpt their very own monsters. Lessons will
include the
ceramics processes of making pinch pots, clay joinery, and glazing.
Student work
will be exhibited on the U.C. Berkeley campus at the ASUC Art Studio. All
monsters
will become the property of their creators!
Jeni Anderson received her Masters in Education and elementary teaching
credential
from U.C. Berkeley in 1996. She has taught art in after school programs
and
elementary schools since 1990, most recently returning from 3 years
working in
the
art department at the Singapore American School.
erica terman erica at lmi.net
KAIROS YOUTH CHOIR - CHORAL FESTIVAL & SUMMER CAMP
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Kairos Youth Choir is very pleased to announce that our annual East Bay
Choral
Festival is now a week long summer program from June 19-24 from 9am - 3pm.
Participants will enjoy singing repertoire in a variety of musical styles,
and
the
festival culminates with a concert on Saturday. Participants are admitted
by
teacher
recommendation or audition on a first come, first served basis and
participation
is
limited to 200. Appropriate for children ages 8-14 . Tuition is $265 and
includes t-
shirt and Friday lunch. Please call 510-704-4479 or email
office at kairoschoir.org
for
more information about this exciting choral opportunity!
SOPHIA RITCHIE, KAIROS ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR
Kids 'N Dance and Theater Arts CAMPS
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OAKLAND - ORINDA - LAFAYETTE
www.kidsndance.com
Our school is the place for girls and boys of any skill level to explore
movement,
music and theater through playful imaginative adventures. Besides having
fun,
kids
develop coordination, cooperation and self-confidence.
Theme Dance Camps:
choose from a large variety of themes for your child, each day a new dance
is
taught
related to the theme, kids make their own costumes and props, and there is
performance on the last day
Musical Theater Arts Camps:
choose from 8 different shows, all have performances, some camps are
designed to
be ''low-key'' and others culminate in a full production. Whichever they
choose
they
will have have loads of fun while meeting new friends
For even more details about our 2, 4, or 6 hour dance or theater arts
camps for
kids
ages 3 and up feel free to check our website: www.kidsndance.com
Kris Mueller
MONART Summer Vacation Art Camps in Alameda
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MONART Summer Vacation Art Camps and Art Classes
Monday – Friday, June 26 – August 25
9am – 12:30pm, ages 6 – 12, $200/camp
Cartoons and Clay, $200
6/26 - 6/30
7/24 – 7/28
8/21 – 8/25
Architecture, $120
7/5 – 7/7
Mythical Magic, $200
7/10 – 7/14
8/7 – 8/11
Underwater Sea Adventures, $200
7/17 – 7/21:
8/14 – 8/18
Each day we begin with a MONART drawing or painting lesson
and include relevant, age-appropriate academic instruction with
interest and flair. After a break and healthy snack that we provide,
campers explore 3 dimensionality, ranging from complex structures
to whimsical crafts. More details about our camps are on our website
at http://alameda.monart.com/camps
We will also be offering a reduced class schedule and drop-in
Open Studio drawing times in the afternoons during the summer.
Mention the Parents Network and take 10% off the camp cost.
Your camp registration form is downloadable from
http://alameda.monart.com/pdf/BPNSummer06CampRegForm.pdf
or call 521-DRAW (3729)
Jana Branisa jana_branisa at yahoo.com
Monkey Business Camp--Summer Camp begins June 12*
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In our 8th year!
Monkey Business Camp takes place in the beautiful outdoors at
Berkeley’s Tilden Park and Oakland’s Roberts Park. We have
created action packed days with an array of activities guaranteed
to be more fun than a barrel of monkeys. This summer’s themes
are listed below! Some highlights, no matter what the theme:
Wacky Hair Day, Monkey Ball, Ice-Cream Making, the Scream Game,
Hiking, Carnival Days, Swim Days, Morning Tea...
*Campers ages 5-10
*Youth Leaders ages 11-15
*8:30 am-3:30pm M-F
*Optional Extended Care from 8:00-8:30 am and 3:30-6:00 pm
2 Locations:
*Berkeley's Tilden Park
--June 12-16-Pirates
--June 19-23-Magical Mystery Tour
--July 5-14-Carpentry
--July 17-28- Drama/Performing Arts
--July 31-August 11--Mad Science
--August 14-25- Drama/Performing Arts
--August 28-September 1- Magical Mystery Tour
*Oakland's Roberts Park
--July 5-14-Mad Science
--July 17-28- Drama/Performing Arts
--July 31-August 11-Magical Mystery Tour
--August 14-25-Drama/Performing Arts
Visit our website for fees, registration forms, FAQs, photos,
maps...all the details!!
www.monkeybusinesscamp.com
510.540.6025
Monkey Business Camp monkeybusinesscamp at hotmail.com
Mosaic Forest Art Studio is Enrolling Summer Camp
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For complete information about the camps below, contact:
Mosaic Forest Art Studio
3315 MacArthur Blvd.
Oakland, 94602
510 - 759 - 6074
http://www.mosaicforest.com
MOSAIC MAKING CAMP
M–F, June 26 – 30, 2006
9:30–11:30 (ages 7–10), 12:30–2:30 (ages 11–16)
$150.00 includes materials
KIDS' CARPENTRY (for ages 5-12)
M-Th., July 10-13, July 17-20, July 31–Aug. 3, Aug. 7–10, and/or
Aug. 28–31
9:00-10:30am (ages 5–7) 10:30am–12:00pm, (ages 7-12) 12:30–2:00
pm (ages 7–12)
*Veteran Kids’ Carpentry students may come to any class time!
$105.00
FIBER ARTS CAMP (PAPER MAKING, PAPER MARBLING, BOOK BINDING)
M-F, July 24-28, 2006
9:30 am-11:30 am (ages 6-10), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 11–17)
$150.00
PRINTMAKING CAMP (LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINTING & COLLAGRAPH MAKING)
M-F, August 14-18, 2006
9:30am-11:30am (ages 8–12), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 13–17)
$150.00
JEWELRY CAMP (MACRAMÉ & BEADING)
M-F, August 21-25, 2006
9:30am-11:30am (Ages 6–10), 12:30–2:30pm (ages 11–17)
$150.00
Jill Cunninghis jill at mosaicforest.com
Oakland Summer Camp for Mixed Heritage Youth
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JULY 24-AUGUST 4
Redwood Day School
Oakland, California
510-414-8686
www.fusionprogram.org
The 2-week summer day camp is open to all youth ages 7-12 with
a particular focus on children who come from more than one
cultural and/or racial community experience. FUSION offers a
fun and supportive environment where youth can share, explore,
and celebrate the richness and complexity of mixed heritage.
The program facilitates self-discovery through creative and
interactive activities such as visual and performance art,
outdoor education, community service-learning, field trips, and
student leadership activities. We recognize that mixed heritage
families have various experiences of their identities; thus,
our goal is to support children and their families to explore
and share in this process.
Pre- and After-care available.
natchee_blu at yahoo.com
Spring Break Theater Camp for 3rd to 6th graders!
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Rehearse and perform scenes from Romeo and Juliet!
Grades 3-6 | 1 week | $250
April 10-14, Mon-Fri, 9am-12:30pm
Cal Shakes Rehearsal Hall, 701 Heinz Avenue in Berkeley
In one fun-filled week, your child will have the chance to
improve his or her acting skills and rehearse and perform scenes
from Romeo and Juliet. We'll work on expressing the emotional and
physical life of the character through acting and on developing
the toolkit to be the best actor he or she can be! Each student
will be cast in scenes from Romeo and Juliet, help create
costumes and props, and rehearse with fellow classmates for two
performances for friends and family on the last day of class. For
beginning and experienced alike.
Our teacher is Trish Tillman, who is fantastic with kids and a
superb teacher/director. This will be a great spring break for
your child!
For more info, contact Jessica Richards at 510-548-3422 x105.
or email learn at calshakes.org.
calshakes123 at yahoo.com
Summer Art Camps [AT] the ASUC Art Studio
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Photo, Ceramics and Video Classes Available!
To sign up visit www.asucartstudio.org and click on ''Summer Classes for
Youth''.
The ASUC Art Studio is a non-profit located on UC Berkeley Campus.
Black and White Darkroom Photography
In this class students will learn to shoot and print their own black and
white
photographs. No experience necessary, but students will need to supply
their own
35mm cameras, preferably with manual exposure controls.
Ceramics
Students will learn basic techniques for making kiln-fired ceramic bowls,
cups
and
sculpture. Both handbuilding and the potter's wheel will be taught. Wear
old
clothes-clay is messy!
Introduction to Video Production
This is a hands-on introduction to digital video production. With students
serving as
the production crew, the class will collaborate to create a short video
production
during scheduled class time. Each student will get the opportunity to
shoot
video,
record audio, work with lights, direct and edit. No prior experience is
necessary.
erica terman erica at lmi.net
Summer Dance Camps & Teen Choreography Workshop
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Luna Kids Dance-Summer 2006
SUMMER DANCE CAMP
Ages: 8-11 (experienced & new dancers)
Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, Berkeley
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Session A: July 10 - 14; Session B:July 17 - 21
(Students may take one or both sessions)
Session A: 7/10-14 Shake, Erupt and Whirl
Nature inspires extreme movement. SDC explores the forms,
energy and movement vocabulary inherent in natural phenomena
such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes and more.
Session B: 7/17-21 Forces of Nature
Move beyond catastrophe and explore the underlying systems of
nature through movement. Explore energy concepts found in
nature’s patterns such as gravity, tides, precipitation and
more.
TEEN CHOREOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Ages: 12-16 (experienced & new dancers)
Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, Berkeley
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
July 31 -August 4
Teens ages 12-16 explore and expand their dance making skills.
Dancers will make and manipulate phrases using spoken or
written word as inspiration.
Luna Kids Dance kids at lunakidsdance.com
Summer Horse Lovers Mini Camp: Social Skills(7-18)
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Trails to Success Equine Facilitated Social Skills Program offers:
Horse Lovers Mini Camp: Two psychologists (Christine Duis, PhD & Maria
Antoniadis, PhD) and an expressive arts therapist (Laura Soble, MFT, REAT)
team
with certified equine specialists and horses for a summer experience that
involves
peer collaboration, social skill training, and expressive arts while
working
with
horses in a ranch setting.
Unique program allows for direct observations of behaviors, emotional
responses,
and social skills issues in real-time situations. Experiential nature of
the
sessions
provide a powerful tool for helping children develop greater
self-awareness, and
practice new skills.
July 10-26
Option One: Morning session Monday & Wednesdays 10:00am-12:30pm
Option Two: Afternoon session Monday & Wednesdays 1:30pm-4:00pm
Age range: 7-18
Cost: $1,500 includes phone intake interview, Six two-and a half hour
group
sessions, written feedback, and horse/stable fees.
Location: Briones Park, Orinda
Space limited to six per sessions participants.
Call now to reserve a slot: Dr. Christine Duis 925-256-4400
Laura Soble
Summer in the Trinity Alps!! Unalayee
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Unalayee is a 50 year-old Northern California wilderness non-
profit camp. It's a great place for your children over 11 to
go and spend time in the Trinity Alps (before the forests are
gone). Your children will become self-sufficient and at ease
in nature. There is plenty of opportunity for team building
and to make lasting friendships. The camp is well run, with a
high staff/camper ratio. The food is great and the program is
wonderful. A bus takes them up to camp from either Palo Alto
or Berkeley and then return two weeks later. Upon their return
to civilization, your children may look slightly different but
they will really appreciate floors, plumbing and electricity.
Please review the website for further detailed information.
http://www.unalayee.org/ Contact me if you have any questions.
Cornelia Kidney ck_lee at berkeley.edu
Summer Learning Classes at YMCA Camp
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By parent request, the Berkeley YMCA is offering optional summer
learning classes as part of the summer camp this summer. The
classes are available for children entering grades 2-5. They
are in 4 week sessions, and take place with a teacher from 8-
9:15am. Students will then be walked over to their camps. The
goal is that children can keep up with their skills over the
summer and still enjoy all of the fun field trips associated
with day camp. Questions? Contact Qiqi at 665-3264 or
qrodriguez at baymca.org. For session dates and prices, please
feel free to check the website at www.baymca.org. Click on
the ''downtown'' branch and download the summer youth brochure.
Eden O'Brien-Brenner eobrienbrenner at baymca.org
Summer Music Camps at Crowden
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Looking for a summer music camp for your child? The Crowden
Center for Music in the Community offers a variety of classes
and day camps for all ages, including programs in chamber music,
instrumental discovery, opera production, private lessons,
string ensembles, Suzuki violin and Farallon Brass camp.
Specific programs include:
- Scrape, Squawk & Bang, ages 5-11, June 19-23
- Summer Music & Opera, ages 8-13, June 26-July 14
- Summer Music Berkeley, ages 7-18, July 17-28
- Farallon Brass Camp, ages 10-18, August 7-18
- Weekly classes & lessons, all ages
Cost varies by program. Need-based financial assistance is
available. Extended care is available until 6:00 p.m. for all
camps, pending sufficient enrollment. For more information,
please visit our web site, www.crowden.org, call 510-559-2941,
or email ccmc at crowden.org.
Marion Atherton
Windrush School - Summer Adventures
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful
extension of Windrush School.
This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool
staff,
and
offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects,
exciting
recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic
focus
each
week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and
special
group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction
projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children
to
teacher ratio of 12:1.
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information.
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director cberger at windrush.org
YPI Summer Music Camps
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San Francisco Rock Camp
August 4-13, 1-5 pm
$425
For middle school and high school musicians who want to play in
a rock band. Staffed by legendary Bay Area musicians. Offering rock
band,
jamming, music theory, recording techniques, stage presence and vocal
coaching. Camp ends with a public concert in a classic Bay Area venue.
To
schedule a placement audition please call Patti Cobb at 415 826 2287.
Belvedere Jazz, World and Pop Music Camp
August 14-20, 9am-1pm, 1-5pm or all day.
$425 per half-day session
This camp is for young musicians ages 8 and up who love to play music,
sing
and dance on stage. Staffed by legendary Bay Area musicians. Offering
jazz
and pop band, recording techniques, a cappella chorus, solo vocal
coaching,
beat box, world music percussion and dance, jamming, music theory, stage
presence and audience rapport. Camp ends with a public concert in a
classic
Bay Area venue. To schedule a placement audition please call Leela Pratt
at
415 420 2960.
Leela Pratt ypimusic at yahoo.com
------------------------------------------- Catalina Island Kids Camp -- PARENT REVIEW ------------------------------------------- My granddaughter attended this camp twice. It is not cheap, but different, and educational and fun. --Jeanne ------------------------------------------- Junior Center of Art and Science Camp (in Oakland) ------------------------------------------- Has anyone sent their child/kids to the Junior Center of Art and Science summer camps (located in Oakland)? They brought a GREAT class to my daughter's kindergarten (Madera, El Cerrito) where the kids learned about Monet and then painted their own ''Water Lily'' paintings in his style. I found out that they have summer camps and that the organization has been around for over 50 years, but there's nothing posted on the Berkeley Parents site! (Check them out at: http://www.juniorcenter.org) I'm looking for art programs, and I like that there's a science component to this program as well. Art crazy mom ------------------------------------------- Our son took classes there last summer and they were wonderful. He was 5 and entering K at the time. The classes had mixed ages and being on the younger end, he did just fine. The instruction was great, and he wants to go back. They teach about the habitat around the lake, and how it relates to wildlife in an urban settting. He took Animals, Art and Science, and Amazing Animals. I'd recommend it highly. lake merritt fan ------------------------------------------- I sent my son to this camp last summer. He was 9 years old and did carpentry one half of the day and cartooning the other half. He learned an incredible amount, the instructors were excellent. Some of these camps are in very high demand and it can be difficult to get your first choice if you don't sign up early. My son's only complaint is that the camp was not active enough for him. During the noon hour break, they would go out to a grassy area where he could run a bit, but this was not enough for him, for who he is. Otherwise I think this was a very good experience for him. jc ------------------------------------------- Mad Science, Mills College, Mocha ------------------------------------------- Hello. I am looking for recent experiences with the following summer children's programs: Mills College, Mocha, Mad Science, Harbor Bay Club, and/or the City of Alameda Park&Rec. My son will be 7, and I want to know about bullying, supervision, engaging activities, and racial diversity. If anyone can share their experience(s), good and bad, I would truly appreciate it. mssslade ------------------------------------------- My daughter has attended camps at MOCHA for the last 4 years. There is racial, and gender diversity in both teachers and students. I'm not sure about other kinds of diversity, but when I've been at events at the end of the camps, there have been a wide variety of adults present to cheer the children on. The children are taken seriously as artists and learn to appreciate eachothers' work. My child has never experienced any bullying, and I haven't heard about bullying from other parents. I think the camp is structured enough so that the staff members really get to know the kids, and are able to support them. The one caution I would suggest, is that your child should really enjoy making art. If that's the case, it will be a great camp experience. You can email me if you have other questions. cdorf ------------------------------------------- Sarah's Science Camps - Recent experiences? ------------------------------------------- Hello -- We're about to move out to the Bay Area and I'm looking for a camp for my daughter. I've read about This Land is Your Land/Sarah's Science on the site, and it sounds like it would work very well for her. But the reviews on the website are somewhat dated and seem to get more mixed over time. Any recent experiences, especially with the Berkeley camp? How good would they be at integrating a child who knows no one? How do they balance being outside and science? How good is it overall? how would you compare the Berkeley and Oakland camps? Thanks! leslie ------------------------------------------- My daughter has attended the Oakland camp since she was 5, she is now 10 and intends to go this year again at least for a few weeks. We have tried many camps and this continues to be her favorite - and we love the fact she is outside all day. The parks are fabulous and they really are out in nature (or sitting around picnic tables) all day. The science is fun, but not too hard-core, more camp project science than intense academic science. They do a couple projects a day, they sing camp songs, play games, take hikes, make lanyards - standard camp things. The councelors are also great, there is a good return rate year-to-year. My daughter has rarely gone with anyone she knows, and she doesn't care at all if she doesn't know anyone in the group. I should note she is not an overly outgoing child, but this doesn't seem to matter at this camp, she always makes friends. I don't know if you have a boy or a girl - there tends to be a few more boys than girls at the camp. happy camp parent ------------------------------------------- My son has been going to This Land is Your Land camp in Berkeley for three years. His first year was between preschool and kindergarten at Tehiyah Day School. Because Kieran didn't know any kids yet from Tehiyah, Saul and Aaron, the camp directors, made it a point to group him with other Tehiyah kids entering kindergarten and first grade. Each year, I have found the counselors to be adept at facilitating friendships as well as creating an overall happy camp experience. The way TLIYL incorporates science into the camp is fabulous and definitely fosters a love of science. After last summer's camp, my son commented that he wasn't sure that learning about science was supposed to be so much fun! Kieran hasn't done the Oakland camp, but he does go to Winter Camp run by Sarah Shaffer, and he absolutely adores her. Jane ------------------------------------------- Sleep-away camp feedback/suggestions ------------------------------------------- My 9 1/2 year old twin boys are interested in going to sleepaway camp for the first time. Friends of our have recommended Kennolyn Camp. I am looking for any feedback on your children's experience with this particular camp. We would also be interested in learning about other camps that fit the following criteria: We are interested in camps that offer one-week sessions. We are seeking a general type camp, not a speciality camp like sports or horses. The camp needs to be located within a few hours of the Bay Area. If there are ones to avoid, we'd also like to know about those! Thanks! Karen ------------------------------------------- I sent my daughter to her first overnight summer camp last year at YMCA of the East Bay and was very pleased with her experience. She was 8, but is slightly immature and not great with new things, so I started her out in the ''rookie'' camp which is three nights instead of seven. She liked it so much, she wanted to stay the rest of the week! It's affordable and located off Hiway 1 near Pescadero, so the drive there makes a nice weekend outing (they do have bus service to/from Oakland, so she came home on the bus since it was midweek.) Nice camp, with trees and woodsy cabins, pool, climbing wall, etc. Good YMCA values, etc. http://www.ymcaeastbay.org/camplomamar/ Nicole ------------------------------------------- Summer Theatre Camp for 6 year old ------------------------------------------- Looks like Julia Morgan isn't offering summer theater classes. My child is 6, will be between 1st and 2nd grade this summer. Any other suggestions? I'm looking for a 2-week session. ------------------------------------------- I heard about the following theatre camp, but do not know anything about it. http://www.kidstakethestage.com/index.html Also, Children's Fairyland in Oakland has a children's theatre program in the summer. Hope this helps anonymous ------------------------------------------- Last summer, my 2 sons (ages 5 and 9 last year) went to the Drama camp (theme) at Monkey Business Camp. My older son did not want to go to Drama camp at all, but the timing of the session was right for us. I emailed the director of the program to ask her what might work out for my son. She said there are children who attend drama camp and decide to do behind-the-scenes stuff or who find a way that they are comfortable performing. So my son agreed to go to camp, and there was no pressure, and he ended up in a few skits and had a great time. My younger son was even less interested in performing, but was very active with creating the sets and being on stage crew, and did end up being in one skit. The excitement around having a performance was very fun for the kids, and brought a nice sense of community to the camp, with everyone working toward a common goal. jc ------------------------------------------- Young Artist Studio Program at CCA ------------------------------------------- Hi, Does anyone have experience (good or bad) with the Young Artist Studio Program at the California College of the Arts? We're interested in sending our 12 year old to an art camp that is fun but also teaches technique. Any advice is appreciated. Tim ------------------------------------------- My son went for two years and we were really happy with the program. It is very serious and the teachers are professors at CCA. They don't teach down to the students at all, and have high expectations. It is definitely one of the best art experiences around for students of that age. Lucy
Announcements
CAL YOUTH CAMPS – A 45-YEAR TRADITION
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Come join us for a summer of sports, adventure and play. The
Recreational Sports Department at UC Berkeley offers summer
camps that will create memories – and skills – to last a
lifetime. Special emphasis is placed on developing new skills,
new friendships, and integrating our camp values: teamwork,
respect, responsibility, fair play and FUN!!
Campers can focus on a single activity such as gymnastics,
sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and rock climbing, or may choose
to combine several fun-filled activities such as: basketball,
volleyball, soccer, track & field, hip-hop, drama, lacrosse,
swimming, football, baseball/softball, nature & environment,
water polo, etc.
Age groups: 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-17
For more information or to sign up, visit www.oski.org or call
510.643.CAMP
wadachi at berkeley.edu
Camp Iwalewa
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Camp Ěwŕléwŕ is a unique arts and outdoor camp that combines
folklore and the arts with ecology and nature studies. Camp
Ěwŕléwŕ provides a fun way for students to think creatively, as
well as critically. Our hands-on nature and art projects
connect children to their imaginations and the natural world at
the same time. Camp Ěwŕléwŕ helps instill a deep caring
attitude about creating sustainable global cultures.
http://www.geocities.com/yorubaschool/Iwalewa.html
YorubaSchool at yahoo.com
CREATIVE STRINGS SUMMER CAMP
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2006 sessions! Music and Art!
Session 1 July 17-21 Kids ages 8-12
Session 2 July 24-28 Teens ages 12 and up
Fiddling, blues, improv, ethnic styles!
String players learn many alternative styles of music in a nurturing
and
fun environment. Students play in ensembles coached by award
winning original member of the Turtle Island String Quartet, founder of
the Real Vocal String Quartet, and
experienced teacher, Irene Sazer. Multi media performance.
510-548-3738
director at stringimprovisation.org www.stringimprovisation.org
Director
April 8-Super Saturdays Young Writers' Workshops
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Symba EdVentures presents “Super Saturdays” Young Writers’
Workshops with Suellen Primost, Arts Literacy Specialist
Workshops will tap into the rich imagery of children’s imaginations to
bring their dreams, ideas, personal stories and fantasies to life. They
will
incorporate creative writing, storytelling, improvisation, maskmaking,
poetry, art, architecture, journaling, brainstorming and reflection.
4/08 Theater Games & Improvisations 4/15 Kids’ Dream Houses &
Playparks 4/29 Inside a Spider’s Eye -Creative Writing & Poetry for
Children 5/06 Thunder & Dreams - The Magic & Poetry of Masks
5/13 Trash to Treasure-Recyclorations & The Trashique Boutique
5/20 Traditional Tales with a Twist 6/03 A World of Beastly Buildings
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Outrageous Architecture 6/10 Spirit Art & Stories of a Woodland’s
Indian
- Norval Morrisseau
Hours: Ages: 7-12 Hrs: 10-1 Location: Classroom Matters, Berkeley
(Call for directions)
Cost: Series of 8 WS $320 (Save $40) Series of 4 WS $160 (Save $20)
Individual WS $45 (10% discount for siblings) Fee includes materials &
a snack.
To Register, contact Suellen Primost at 510-530-3735 or
SymbaEdventures at aol.com.
ART YOWZA! Spring and SUMMER Camp in Alameda
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ART YOWZA Open House April 2, May 7 and June 4 from 11am-2pm.
ART YOWZA offers an exciting visual arts program that supports
the development of new creative skills. We empower kids ages
5-14,to think and use their imaginations. Our nurturing
environment encourages unique self-expression and self-esteem.
The small class size, individualized attention, stimulating
environment, and beautiful setting make it possible for every
camper to blossom. We value high quality art, friendship and fun...
... Spring Break Camp (by the day or week) (April 17-April 21)
..Summer Camp 2006 (one-week theme camps)(June 19- August 25)
..Kids that go ART YOWZA make zany inventions, magical paintings
and wild sculptures. ... To see the fun go to artyowza.com
Rebecca Stees artyowza at yahoo.com
Berkeley J Summer Day Camp
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Entering K - Entering 6th grade
Field Trips & Specialty Classes
Jewish arts & crafts, drama, Jewish music,
sports, and woodworking
Session I : Building Community -June 26th-July 21st
Session II : A World of Peace -July 24th-August 18th
Early Bird Discount when you register and pay in full by May
17th
Call (510) 848-0237 x 116 or
Pick up a brochure at the BRJCC, 1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley
or
go to www.brjcc.org to download an application
Karen Cagan
Drama Camp
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Narnia Playhouse Drama Camp at Montclair School in Oakland- 3-
two week sessions beginning June 19. Our 17th summer!! 9:00-
4:00 daily.For students entering grades 1-6. Our 17th summer!
Work on a full length play to be presented at the end of the
session. Each day includes acting skills, improv, work on sets,
lighting and costumes. Before and aftercare available. Gor more
information email director Doug Cole at narniaph at sbcglobal.net
or call 510-531-5546
narniaph at sbcglobal.net
June Weekend Camp: Kids with Bipolar Disorder
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Camp New Hope- Weekend camp opportunity June 10-12th, 2006 at Camp
Arroyo,
Livermore, for youth ages 9-17 diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Limited
space is still available for ages 11-17. Cost $100.00 (scholarships
available). For additional information and a Recommendation Form visit
www.campnewhope.net or call Nancy 925.324.5088.
Laura Soble
Pleiades' Palette Summer Art Camp for Girls
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This is our fifth year offering our summer art camp for girls,
ages 6 - 14. We offer fun and engaging projects inspired by
contemporary women artists. Drawing, painting, sewing, clay
work, mixed media and sculptural forms are available each one
week session of the camp. Please e-mail if you would like to see
our flyer. Or phone if you would like more information.
(510)526-6580 (Laura Raboff) or (510) 407-0712 (Elizabeth
Addison) We are art teachers at Prospect Sierra and Tehiyah Day
School. The fee for each week is $320 and a small amount of
tuition assistance is available.
Laura Raboff Laura.r at sbcglobal.net
Summer Day Camp at Black Pine Circle School
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Let your light shine at BPC's Summer Day Camp! Join us
for an exciting three week adventure of fun, experiential
classes in history, music, science, art, clowning, children's
literature, mythical stories, dance and more. For students
entering grades 1-6 in the fall. For more information, visit
our website at www.bpcweb.net, or call (510) 845-0876, x11.
Summer Camp dates: June 19-July 7.
Paula Eidson
Summer Preschool Program July10 - Aug 18
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Little House will have two, three week summer sessions M-F
mornings for ages 2-5 year olds. The first session is July 10-
July 28th and the second one is July 31- Aug 18th. It will be
directed by an experienced early childhood educator. The program
is located at a licensed small family daycare home on a quiet,
picturesque street in San Leandro which has a spacious outdoor
play area with gardening areas, patios, water tables, sandbox,
child sized picnic tables and plenty of shade. There will be an
emphasis on science and plant life during the summer. If you are
interested in finding out more.... please see the summer program
website at
http://www.littlehousesummerprogram.zoomshare.com/0.html
Mari
Summer Theater Arts for Kids!
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Theater Arts for Kids (a program of Contra Children's Chorus),
located in Walnut Creek, is a challenging musical theater arts
program for young and aspiring performers.
Each session culminates with a full-scale Broadway musical.
No experience is necessary!
Sessions include:
Vocal technique
Dramatics
Stage make-up
Musicianship
Dance and Movement
Technical Theater
Stage Combat
Ages are 7-16.
Session 1 = June 26 - July 13
Session 2 = July 17 - August 3
Cost is $700 per session
Call Contra Costa Children's Chorus 925 945-7101 x200 or visit
www.childrenschorus.org for more information or to sign up.
colleen.miller at comcast.net
Windrush School - Summer Adventures
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Windrush School
Summer Adventures Program
June 26 through August 18, 2006.
Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a
wonderful
extension of Windrush School.
This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool
staff, and
offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects,
exciting
recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new
thematic focus each
week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area
and special
group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box
construction projects.
All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum
children to
teacher ratio of 12:1.
Fees are from $225 to $260 a week
See our website www.windrush.org
or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information.
Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director cberger at windrush.org
Young Actors Theatre Camp 2006/07 Season of Wonder
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www.youngactorstheatrecamp.com
The Young Actors' Theatre Camp is designed to discover and
develop the artist within. For ages 10-18, All Level Welcomed.
Spring Camp in Hollywood, CA April 20-23 (High School Only)
Summer Session in Santa Cruz, August 14-19
Winter Session in Santa Cruz, December 26-January 1, 2006/07
Shawn Ryan mail at shawn-ryan.com
Young Naturalist Summer Camp
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''Motion and Potions'' Young Naturalist Summer Camp
No, this is not taught by Professor Snape — but local herbalist
potion-masters
will reveal their secrets when we catch them in their native habitat!
We will
travel daily to different parks and points of interest in the Greater
Bay Area for
hikes and nature study. Our emphasis will be on native California
medicinal
plants, but we will also learn about local rocks and minerals, water
flow and
land movement, and all kinds of wild flora and fauna. Special nature
walks will
be led by experts in medicinal herbology, wild food plants, and native
botany.
Our focus is on fun — not academics.
For children of kindergarten age and older who love to be outdoors and
have
some hiking experience. For dates and rates, e-mail is best but you can
also
call: 510/525-1370 (not after 9 p.m., please).
Colene Turrell cturrell at sbcglobal.net
------------------------------------------- Camp Kee Tov ------------------------------------------- I checked the archives and was surprised to see absolutely nothing posted about Camp Kee Tov. I know that it is a very big and popular camp, but I'm wondering if I can get any more info. from anybody out there. My son is going into first grade. He is a bit shy and takes a while to observe before jumping into things. He's energetic and likes to run around, but also enjoys and needs quiet down time. I'm wondering if he'll feel overwhelmed by a big camp, the long days and bus rides. Does anybody have any experience they can share? Thanks ------------------------------------------- Our son went to Camp Kee Tov a few years ago. It was a bit of a tear jerker seeing him get onto the big yellow school bus at the North Berkeley Library for the first time, but a very convenient place to drop him off and pick him up! He enjoyed the camp very much and we had a big family picnic at the end for everyone to celebrate. It seemed like standard camp fun fare. The only thing I personally disliked was ''Messy Day.'' He came home with purple dye and shaving cream in his hair and it took weeks to get all the purple out!! kathryn ------------------------------------------- My daughter, now in the second grade, will return to Camp Kee Tov for her third summer this year and it has been great for her. It is very well organized, there are lots of activities, a reasonable amount of free time and terrific -- really, really terrific -- counselors. My son, who is in kindergarten now, is looking forward to his first summer and I'm sure that he will love it. I will say that neither of my kids are particularly shy, but I think that Kee Tov works for a wide range of personalities, because the staff is so good. Ann ------------------------------------------- It has been many years since my then 6 year old went to Camp Kee Tov. I knew it was a very popular camp, had heard great things about it, knew friends whose kids loved it, but it was not a good fit for my child at this age. She, too, was quiet and shy. She didn't attend Beth El preschool, so didn't know too many of the kids. She had a hard time breaking into the social mix, and found the non-stop activities too much for her. She had not experienced an all-day child care type situation, and found the days much too long (I know it's only 9-3, but her preschool had ended at noon, and kindergarten also was only half day, so this was the longest time she was in a group situation at that age). She found the bus rides interminible, the activities were just not her thing, and while one of the counselors was wonderful and really tried to engage her in activities, the rest were quite busy with the other kids, and didn't have much time for her. After a very long week and a half we pulled her out and chalked it up to experience. It certainly soured her on day camps for many years! Judy ------------------------------------------- My daughter who is pretty shy tried Kee Tov the summer after kindergarten and hated it. But I have to say that almost all the other kids that I know who went there (which is quite a few) absolutely loved it and some of them are a bit on the shy side. Most kids have a lot of fun. They keep them very busy and active. My daughter found it to be too rowdy and too noisy on the bus--they sing alot, but my daughter found it too loud. My daughter, I learned much prefers the quieter camps focused on arts and music or a single sport. It would probably help alot if your son went with a friend (regardless of which camp he goes to). The counselors and the director are all very nice and accomodating but they agreed it probably wasn't the right camp for my daughter, mostly because she wasn't happy there. anon ------------------------------------------- Hello, my name is Adam Schwartz, Director of Camp Kee Tov. I'm happy to answer specific any questions about camp via email (info at campkeetov.org) or phone (510-848-2372), and here is a blurb for everyone: Camp Kee Tov is celebrating its 40th summer this year with another action packed and nature-filled calendar. We are an ''imagination-oriented'' Jewish summer day camp, spending much of our time in the beautiful Tilden Park in Berkeley. Our camp is for everyone - grades K-10 and all backgrounds. Kee Tov is based on ''Ruach'' - the energetic spirit that our campers and counselors share. Each summer we sing songs, play games, overnight in the parks, swim, hike, play sports, perform skits and plays, enjoy imaginative theme days, and have fun together. This year, we have a beautiful new home in Berkeley and a new program for 9th and 10th graders. This is one of the most wonderful camps in the area, with a strong reputation and a caring staff with outstanding camper-counselor ratios. This kind of positivity and excitement is a rare experience for kids! Camp Kee Tov has a before and after-camp care, a scholarship fund, and a wide variety of programs. info at campkeetov.org | 510-848-2372 | www.campkeetov.org ------------------------------------------- I was both a camper and counselor at Kee Tov. I am a quiet person, more inclined towards sitting under a tree and drawing than participating in high energy games. I even sometimes liked running around, just not while my team cheered loudly for me to reach the finish line. I'm also a slow adjuster to new situations. As a six year old, Kee Tov was overwhelming - so many kids, so many loud sing alongs on buses, so many different activities - it was like a caucophany. My mother reports that I fell asleep each night at 6 pm. I just remember feeling very small. As a counselor, I had a fantastic time. I was old enough to handle the high energy level. I also observed many children who did not share my quiet, artistic temperment and for whom Kee Tov was just pure FUN. It's a strong community with much affection and joy but it's definately very energetic and big. Lanyard QueenAnnouncements
BandWorks School of Rock Class & Camp Registration ------------------------------------------- BandWorks After School & Saturday Workshops start again April 10, plus registration is also open for Summer Camp. For kids 8+, Workshops and camp are open to beginners with no previous musical experience, through advanced players. In Workshops, students are matched with other musicians at a similar age and musical level. Professional musician- instructors create a fun and supportive environment while they teach kids the skills they need to play in a rock band-and make new friends in the process. Participants can join ''as a group'' too! Workshop Cost: $350, includes an Individualized Music Notebook, a CD of the tunes your student is learning, and a CD of your student's Concert. Classes meet once weekly for 2 hours, for 8 weeks and culminate in a performance at Ashkenaz. Camp program is on a weekly basis and cost $135 - $300/week depending on the section and week. For a complete picture of the program, and Summer Camp information, check out the website: www.bandworks.com or Contact: julie at bandworks.com 510. 649. 7738 Julie Chervin julie at bandworks.com Berkeley YMCA Camp Registration Day March 18 ------------------------------------------- Come meet the camp director and get a free gift by registering at the Berkeley YMCA camp registration day. This first day of open registration will be held at Washington Elementary School on Saturday, March 18th from 10-12. Berkeley YMCA camps have some new and exciting additions this year! New programs include a Leadership In Training Program (grades 9 and 10) and Summer Learning Classes (grades 2-5). Back by popular demand are skateboard camp, hoops and extreme H20 for middle schoolers. Children entering grades K-5 have fun filled weeks full of activity and field trips. All YMCA staff receive extensive training and background checks. Staff to camper ratios are kept low to keep quality and safety at a premium. Visit the YMCA website at www.baymca.org and click on ''Downtown'' to see a full list of options or download the brochure. To have a brochure sent to you, or to ask specific questions of the camp director, please contact Qiqi at 665-3264 or qrodriguez at baymca.org. Eden O'Brien-Brenner eobrienbrenner at baymca.org Camp Galileo Grand Opening Special ends March 31st ------------------------------------------- Voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the Bay” in San Francisco Magazine, Camp Galileo combines art, science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions to create a summer day camp experience kids entering K – 5th grade love. Delivered by a highly talented staff, Camp Galileo’s curriculum is developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation and Klutz. Camp Galileo features three unique weeks of programming to appeal to all interests: Shape It, Sculpt It! & Amusement Park Science, Psychedelic ‘60s & Space Explorers, Ancient Egypt & Crime Solver Scientists. 4 new East Bay Locations now available. Locations nearest you: 1) El Cerrito at Prospect Sierra Elementary from June 26th – July 28th. 2) Rockridge at Holy Names High School (next to Aurora School) from June 26th – July 28th. Field space at St. Theresa School will also be used. 3) Lafayette at Bentley Upper School from June 19th to July 21st. 12 other locations available in the SF Bay Area. Visit www.campgalileo.com or call 1-800-854-3684 for more information. Special Grand Opening Promotion: Enroll by March 31st and save $20 per week. tajalli at galileoed.com Four-Fold Way Day Camp for High School Youth ------------------------------------------- Four Fold Way Youth Program 2006 • Location: 4000 Bridgeway, Suite #315, Sausalito, CA 94966 • Dates: June 29 & 30 (9am-4pm) • Ages: 14 to 17 • Cost: $150 (scholarships available) Phone: Janet Huges (707.953-9727); Trice Bonney (707.762.7149) The Four-Fold Way Day Camp is designed for high school youth who are interested in exploring ancient and modern wisdoms gathered from cultures around the world for living with integrity, dignity, and authenticity. The program was developed by Angeles Arrien, PhD. She is an anthropologist, author, educator, and corporate consultant who lectures internationally and conducts workshops. Her goal is to build bridges between ancient cultural wisdoms and contemporary life. The 2-day program will be led by Trice Bonney, Janet Hughes, Fritz Loechner, and Malcolm Berg-Smith who have all studied with Angeles Arrien. S. Malcolm Berg-Smith smalcolmbs at earthlink.net *Girls on the Go! Field-Trip Day Camp for Girl ------------------------------------------- Monkey Business Camp presents Girls on the Go! A Field-Trip based day camp for girls ages 9-13. Girls, aged 9 to 13 years, experience the world around them through a series of local field trips and interactive workshops. Traveling by public transportation, girls learn how to access the diversity of their communities in a well-supervised program. June 12-16 (1 week) June 19-23 (1 week) July 5-14 (1 and half weeks) July 17-28 (2 weeks) July 31-Aug 11 (2 weeks) Aug 14-19 (1 week) After meeting at 8:30 am at Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley, we travel via foot, public bus, train, or boat to a pre-determined location. We return to the park between 5:00 and 5:30 pm. For registration forms and more information visit www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/girls.htm Monkey Business Camp monkeybusinesscamp at hotmail.com Green Stuff Day Camp - UC Botanical Garden ------------------------------------------- Explore the world of plants through fun experiments, tasting plant foods, making crafts using plants, and learning about plants in the UC Botanical Garden! More information at: botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu/education/educationCamp.shtml. Fees are $195/$185 Members per session (except *). Register early! Space is limited. Camp sessions ages 5-6: June 19-23 July 3-7* July 10-14 *We will observe Independence Day; the fee for this session is $155/$145. Camp sessions ages 5-7: July 31-August 4* *The Garden is closed the 1st Tuesday; the fee for this session is $155/$145. Camp sessions ages 7-9: July 17-July 21 July 24-July 28 Camp sessions ages 10-11: August 7-August 11 Perry Hall perry at berkeley.edu Imagination Kids Summer Art Camp for Ages 6-14 ------------------------------------------- Imagination Kids Summer Art Camp For the 11th year, Imagination Kids will be offering small sized, high quality art camps in a backyard studio setting. Each theme- based camp meets five days a week from 9am to 3pm and ends with a reception/showing of work on Friday afternoon. Schedule of Sessions & suggested ages: 1: 6/19-23 Famous Artists 8-14 2: 6/26-30 World Art 6-10 3: 7/24-28 Famous Artists 8-14 4: 7/31-8/4 World Art 8-14 5: 8/7-11 Famous Artists 6-10 Camps are held in Lucy's studio on Cornell just North of Gilman in Berkeley. The fee is $340. In Famous Artists sessions students will experiment with the techniques and styles of several important artists. For example, create colorful animal drawings in the style of Franz Marc and sculptural reliefs inspired by Louise Nevelson. In World Art sessions, students take a trip around the world as we explore the cultures and crafts of many different countries. For example, create ancient Mayan mosaic masks and paintings inspired by Australian Aboriginal art. Please don't hesitate to call or email for more information: 510-527-4777 Lucy Ames lucy_ames at yahoo.com Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls ------------------------------------------- Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the wonders of language and the world around us! Through arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor activites and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this unique and empowering camp. Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd Cyrise Beatty cyrise at hotmail.com Mills College Summer Arts Program - Explore, Learn ------------------------------------------- Summer Camp season is approaching fast! Check out what the Mills College Summer Arts Program has to offer: The Mills College Summer Arts Program is an arts-based day camp on the beautiful Mills College campus in Oakland. Our campers are between the ages of 6 and 12. We provide classes in the mornings: art, music, dance, drama, computer-based art, and swimming lessons. The afternoons consist of activities: arts and crafts, nature hikes, sports, games, science experiments, and more. If you would like more information, please contact me or visit our website: http://www.mills.edu/campus_life/athletics_and_recreation/summer _arts_index.php Camps foster independence, build self-esteem, and encourage positive risk taking: all in a supportive and fun environment. To learn more about Summer Arts and the amazing environment that we create, please contact me. Have a great summer! Megan athletics at mills.edu Sarah's Science/ This Land is Your Land Day Camp ------------------------------------------- This Land is Your Land Summer Day Camp blends the exciting hands- on science and nature studies developed by Sarah Shaffer with art, music, hiking, swimming and outdoor games. The weird and wonderful world of nature provides a great way to ''hook'' kids on science. Each week features a different theme, including ''Toy- ology (the Science of Toys)'', ''Swashbuckling Science'', ''Electrons on the Move!'', ''Furry Forest Friends'' and ''Potions and Herbology''. Camp is for children ages 5 - 12. Counselor In Training (CIT) Program for campers ages 11 - 15. Camp Dates: Weekly sessions from June 19 through September 1. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Extended care available 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Locations: Roberts Regional Park in the Oakland Hills and Tilden Park in Berkeley For more information visit our website at www.sarahscience.com or call (510) 581-3739. Sarah Shaffer Summer Art Camps at Cal! ------------------------------------------- The ASUC Art Studio is offering summer art camps for kids 9-18! To find out more call 510-643-CAMP or email scrainfo at berkeley.edu. Sign up at www.oski.org Photography: Ages 9-12 or 13-18 Learn to shoot and print your own black and white photographs. No experience necessary. Students will need to supply their own 35mm cameras, preferably with manual exposure controls. Ceramics: Ages 9-12 or 13-19 Students will learn basic techniques for making kiln-fired ceramic bowls, cups and sculpture. Both hand building and the potter’s wheel will be taught. Wear old clothes-clay is messy! Video: Ages 12-14 or 15-18 Hands-on introduction to digital video production. While serving as the production crew, the class will collaborate on a short video production during scheduled class time. Campers will get the opportunity to shoot video, record audio, work with lights, direct and edit. No experience is necessary. erica terman Summer Ceramics (7-15 yrs.) ------------------------------------------- SUMMER ART CAMP, now in its 10th year, is a half-day program for kids who love to work with clay. In this supportive, small-group setting kids learn different clay construction techniques and make whimsical sculptures and functional pieces. These one week sessions take place in the ceramics studio of artist and art instructor Dianne Stockler (located near the Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley.) Dates this year are: June 19-23 (8-13 yrs.) June 26-June 30 (7-10 yrs.) July 17-21 (11-15 yrs., make your own ceramic fountain) July 31-August 4 (8-13 yrs.) August 21-25 (8-13 yrs.). Call for details and a brochure at (510) 849-3654. Dianne Stockler d_stockler at yahoo.com Summer Kodaly Music Camps for 5 to 10 year olds ------------------------------------------- Jingle Jamboree Music is happy to announce 8 openings for the upcoming Summer Kodaly Music Camps for elementary age children 5 to 10 years at 1607 Solano Avenue in Berkeley. The camps consist of two daily one-hour music lessons that feature intro. & inter. levels of music reading & writing thru folk song games; Spanish songs; folk & computer crafts; simple piano, percussion & xylophone lessons; violin & piano performances by guest children; two healthy snacks provided; lunch in the nearby park with fun hour of recreational activities. Camp recommended for children who are interested in music, can have focused fun while sitting for 15 minute intervals. Please email me for more information. My website will soon have all the information posted on it. I look forward to talking to you about this amazing camp. References available from enthused parents from last year's camp. Each camp is two weeks long from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Session I: July 10-21 and Session II: August 7-18. Each session is $500. Call Jeff for more info at (510) 334-8851. Jeffrey Luna-Sparks jeff at jinglejamboree.com
------------------------------------------- Cal Soccer Camp v. FootFire for 6 year old? ------------------------------------------- We are looking for a one-week camp program to fill a gap in our son's summer camp schedule. He loves sports, including soccer. Can anyone provide recommendations regarding either or both the Soccer Camp run through UC Berkeley Cal Bears (not Strawberry Canyon) and/or Footfire soccer camp? Both sound good, but the fact that Footfire goes most of the day with an extended care option is a real plus. Thanks. Curious Soccer Player Parent ------------------------------------------- My son attended Footfire for three weeks last summer at the age of almost 6 and loved it. It was his first experience with soccer and he learned a lot that he applied playing on his first team last fall. He'll be going back this summer. I liked that it was very balanced gender-wise, that they have arts and crafts projects, and that they use lots of teenage CITs. rachel ------------------------------------------- My daughters loved Footfire Soccer Camp! It took some coaxing from me to talk them into trying it for a week last summer. They had tried the camps at Strawberry Canyon but for the most part had found them exhausting and not that much fun. They are both fairly athletic, but had not been into team sports. However, I'd heard good things about Footfire, and we live just a few blocks away from Codornices Park, so I really wanted them to give it a try. I had a good talk with Carlos, the coach, to find out if this would really work for girls who had ony played some soccer in school but not on a team. He assured me there was a wide range of experience and my girls would be fine. He was right. The following fall my oldest surprised me by signing up for her middle school soccer team! (My youngest, who was 9 at the time, was also more eager to try new sports after this.) So my kids are clamoring to do it again this summer. And let me tell you, half the reason they want to do it again and came home happy every day was the great food at the camp! The catered lunch is incredible. Whether your kid is a Berkeley food snob or an ''I only eat white bread and potato chips'' kid, they will be delighted by the delicious, healthy food and snacks (if you have a junk food junkie, just don't tell them about the ''healthy food'' part and prepare yourself to be amazed but what they'll eat). Kudos to the caterer, Carlos' wife, for her inventive, tempting array of nourishment for growing, active bodies! Natasha ------------------------------------------- Camp recommendation for active 9 yr old girl ------------------------------------------- I need help finding a camp for my 9 yr old daughter. She's very active, but not interested in team sports. She's gone to KCC (Kensington Community Center Camp) which has a lot of fun and interesting activities, but more often than not she didn't participate. (The camp seemed to have some structure in place, but the staff didn't seem skilled enough to encourage and entice all the kids to participate. I know my child was a hard sell, but that was their job.) Rather than participate she'd find one or a few other children to play with and they'd come up with their own games. That wouldn't be all that bad except she was often attracted to kids I'd prefer her to steer clear of, and the activities tended to be devious rather than benign. She loves acting, but claims to be too shy to do any sort of theatre camp. If she could get past the shyness I think she'd have a blast. Ultimatley, I'm looking for a camp that has a group of kids assigned to a counselor and the group does activities together. I want to avoid the free-for-all type of situations that come with unstructured camp programs. Recommendations please? annonymous ------------------------------------------- My daughter LOVES Bay Area Shakespeare Camp - locations in Berkeley & Oakland, and Sarah's Science. I would also recommend the California Shakespeare Camp. T hey all heve Excellent coulcelors (especially Sarah's Science - This Land is Your Land - they are the best!). If your Daughter is into sports at all, the Cal Camps are very good although if you need care from 3:00 to 5:00 it's pretty boring for the kids in my experience, but the councelors are very good. Avoid Monkey Business. It is a great camp but doesn't sound like a good fit for your daughter - Mine didn't care for how loose it was. Also, google Tom Lent Camp. It is a web site that lists summer camps and gives a review of most. Good Luck ------------------------------------------- This camp should work great for an active kid of any age! Our 8 year-old daughter has had an awesome summer camp experience two years in a row at ADVENTURE DAY CAMP http://www.adventuredaycamp.com This is BY FAR her favorite camp. We know older kids that also say ''It rocks''. They are placed in same sex, same age groups of 10-12 with a counselor they stay with the whole time. There is lots of interaction between the groups as well. The counselors are extremely well trained and the activities are varied and fun. They include: swimming, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hiking, sports, performance arts and a talent show, carnival, and an optional overnight campout. They have 1, 2, and 3 week options. One of the best things about 3 weeks at the same camp is that kids get into the routine and can feel comfortable. By the way, we live in Oakland, the camp is in Walnut Creek and we were worried about the distance, but the bus ride is part of the “adventure” to our daughter. Truly an unforgettable experience - this is the stuff childhood memories are made of. (Indicate on the application that you heard about it through “Berkeley Parents Network”) Linda ------------------------------------------- Camps in San Francisco ------------------------------------------- We are moving to stay with family in SF for the summer during our North Berkeley remodel and have 2 boys to occupy during that whole time. My boys are 10 and 13, play soccer and chess, but also have a wide variety of interests. Does anyone have any suggestions for camps and/or volunteer opportunities in San Francisco/Daly City? Judy ------------------------------------------- The SF SPCA has a camp that sounds great if your kids are into animals. Your child can learn about animal care, grooming, training, etc. There is lots of hands on experience with the animals at the shelter. We have not been to this camp (we're signing up for this summer) but it's so popular you have to enter a lottery to get in. Take a look at their website: www.sfspca.org, click on Youth Programs. Kim ------------------------------------------- Late August Summer Day Camp ------------------------------------------- My daughter's school doesn't start their Fall session until the Wednesday following Labor Day. Most Summer Camps end August 25. Does anyone know of Summer Camp options that run that last week of August (Aug 28 - Sept 1)? Cathy ------------------------------------------- THERE IS A CAMP IN OAKLAND, LOOK IN THEIR WEB PAGE http://www.opjcs.org/site/opjcs/section.php?id=7469 GOOD LUCK! ELENA ------------------------------------------- Social Skills Summer Camps ------------------------------------------- I am looking for a one/two week summer camp or program for my 7 year old son. He has been diagnosed with non-verbal learning disabilities, primarily social skills deficit. He as ADHD as well. If you know of or have experience with any East Bay social skills or NLD programs, your input would be valued. Previous posts mentioned the UC Berkeley program at Strawberry Canyon, but this camp is for 3rd graders and older. Anne ------------------------------------------- My son, who is now 11, attended Quest Therapeutic Services summer day camp last year, and has continued in their once- weekly afterschool program this year. He'll attend again this summer. The summer camp is in Alamo, which is a drag for working parents this side of the tunnel, but I have to say it was absolutely worth all of the driving and schedule juggling. We have since found a family to carpool with (families come from all over the Bay Area), and the afterschool program fortunately has an Oakland site. They require a minimum 3 week attendance, which is what we did. It's quite expensive, and no financial aid (at least as of last year), and the only way I was able to do it was with significant help from my parents. But again, if it's at all possible, it's worth every penny. My son absolutely blossomed during his time there; the transformation was quite striking. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the camp. My son also has social skills deficits, and suffers from depression and some ADHD symptoms. There are children there with a very wide range of issues/disabilities. Emily ------------------------------------------- My hand is waving in the air and I'm shouting pick me, pick me, I know the answer to this one!! The very best and perfect place for him to go is Quest Camp. They are absolute specialists in ADHD and NLD and social stuff. Hang the cost and the commute - what he will learn will give him such a solid foundation for the next school year too. And he will have a blast too. Plus you probably will be able to car pool. Go to www.questcamps.com to check it out. Anon ------------------------------------------- What do Thirteen Year Old Boys do in the Summer? ------------------------------------------- I would recommend Strawberry Canyon. They have a camp for older kids, and they also have a counselor in training program for kids who have finished 7th grade. Also you can look on http://www.bayareakidfun.com/index.html for other ideas. There are some cool camps in the city--one by the SPCA looks particularly interesting, but i don't have any experience with it. have experienced many camps ------------------------------------------- Last summer, I enrolled both my children in the YMCA Day Camps. I would highly recommend these! they have different activities & field trips each week It gives the kids opportunities to meet new people in different environments,other than their friends from school. I actually started off the summer just enrolling my 9 yr. old son. However, my 13 yr. old daughter was so bored for 3 weeks, that we ended up enrolling her in their teen camp; she loved it! They took field trips all over the bay area and had a couple of overnight trips to places like Santa Cruz, where they did things such as, learn to surf & snorkel. she had a ball! the camps are fairly inexpensive, for what you get. Between $130 -250/ week. And you can go on a week to week basis. It's not like you have to sign them up for the entire summer! We're definitely doing that again this summer. sunkisst ------------------------------------------- The Albany YMCA offers a counselor-in-training (CIT) program for entering 7-10 grade ''teens.'' It is a program that provides training, supervision and lots of ''on-site'' time interacting w/ the younger kids in the YMCA camps. It's not intended to be an extension of day camp for older kids, but if you're son has an interest in working w/ kids, this is a great, quality program. There are occasional full-days for field trips, but the CITs choose a morning or afternoon ''shift'' when they apply for the program. paulaAnnouncements
Berkeley Montessori's Digital Arts Summer Camp ------------------------------------------- This announcement is for parents who are looking for a digital arts summer camp for their kids or a fun camp that comes at the end of summer. Berkeley Montessori School (on University Ave.) is offering a Digital Arts Camp for children ages 6-14 years old, August 14-25 (Mon.-Fri., 8:30am to 4pm, aftercare 4:00-6:00pm). The camp will be led by Berkeley Montessori School's Digital Arts & Technology Teacher, Qadir McCray. Children will have a chance to create imaginative works using 3D modeling/ animation, movie editing, light and color design, story boarding, creative writing, digital music production, and clay modeling. Other activities include cooking, storytelling, drawing and field trips (e.g., Berkeley’s Iceland, Albany Bowl). The cost is $580 for both weeks. My son attended the camp last summer and loved it. For more information, contact Qadir at qadirmccray at comcast.net, Office (510) 665-8800 ext. 158. Christine Trost ctrost at berkeley.edu Camps: A World Of Good! Mills College Summer Arts ------------------------------------------- As the director of the Mills College Summer Arts Program, I have seen many times how transformative summer camps can be for the children attending. Camps foster independence, build self- esteem, and encourage positive risk taking: all in a supportive and fun environment. There are many options for camps in the greater Bay Area, check out the options that best suit your child. We offer the Mills College Summer Arts Program. It is an arts- based day camp on the beautiful Mills College campus in Oakland. We provide classes in the mornings: art, music, dance, drama, computer-based art, and swimming lessons depending on the age of your child. The afternoons consist of activities: arts and crafts, nature hikes, sports, games, science experiments, and more. If you would like more information, please contact me or visit our website: http://www.mills.edu/campus_life/athletics_and_recreation/summer _arts_index.php Have a great summer! Megan GIRLS WHO FLY After School and Summer Camps ------------------------------------------- GIRLS WHO FLY -After School and Summer Camps in Berkeley AFTER SCHOOL aerial classes for girls ages 9-13. Hanging, spinning, climbing, sitting and dancing on trapeze, hoops and slings, this five week series focuses on fun, skill development, social interaction, large movement activities, and presentation. No experience required. Class size is limited. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS, 4:15-5:45 PM * Series 1: March, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5 * Series 2: May 10, 17, 24, 31 (4 week series) SUMMER CAMPS * June 19-23 * August 21-25 In these summer programs, girls 9-13, expand their horizons and potential as they take to the air using low-flying trapezes, hoops, slings ropes and bungees. The day consists of dance, yoga, aerial dance, self defense, performance and more. *Campers girls ages 9-13 *8:30 am-3:30pm M-F *Optional Extended Care from 3:30-5:30 pm Visit our website for fees, registration forms, brochures, photos...all the details!! www.movingout.org (go to classes section) After school and Camps are held at STUDIO 12 in the Sawtooth Building (across from Ha Ha This Away)and taught by Aerial Dance Director Cherie Carson. 2525 Eighth Street Berkeley, CA Cherie Carson cac1000 at earthlink.net Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls ------------------------------------------- Join us this summer at Living Language Creative Writing Camp for Girls as we spend eight fun filled days exploring the wonders of language and the world around us! Through arts, crafts, cooking, outdoor activites, and guest artists and writers we will gain deeper connection to the language that lives in each of us! We will delve deeply into the works of many wonderful authors and poets as we create and share our own literary creations. Please visit us at www.livinglanguagecamp.com to learn more about this unique and empowering camp. Session 1 Girls 9-11 runs July 10th -19th Session 2 Girls 12-14 runs July 24th – Aug. 2nd Cyrise Beatty cyrise at hotmail.com Martial Arts Kids Camp - SPRING & SUMMER 2006 ------------------------------------------- Our camps are packed with fun, focused activies and infused with the spirit of Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen - a rare Indonesian martial art offering effective self-defense and the creative movement of the animals. After check-in and daily gatong-rajong -- the concept of ''share and share alike'' - - each morning will start with a vigorous martial arts class followed by a short lunch/game break. Afternoons will be filled with scheduled outings and Indonesian craft and cooking classes. The staff at Studio Naga teaches at their beautiful North Oakland academy as well as at several local elementary schools including Chabot, Montclair, Thornhill and Joaquin Miller. A well-stocked children's library is available for quiet reading and during lunch breaks. Spring Forward - Power & Play Day Camp: April 10-14 Tulen Kids International - The Future! Overnight Camp: June 26- 30 Power & Play Day Camp Session #1: July 3-7 Power &a mp; Play Day Camp Session #2: July 10-14 Please call Studio Naga for more information and to register Studio Naga 510.652.6242 www.StudioNaga.com studionaga at yahoo.com Monkey Business Camp--Summer Camp starts June 12* ------------------------------------------- In our 8th year! Monkey Business Camp takes place in the beautiful outdoors at Berkeley’s Tilden Park and Oakland’s Roberts Park. We have created action packed days with an array of activities guaranteed to be more fun than a barrel of monkeys. This summer’s themes are listed below! Some highlights, no matter what the theme: Wacky Hair Day, Monkey Ball, Ice-Cream Making, the Scream Game, Hiking, Carnival Days, Swim Days, Morning Tea... *Campers ages 5-10 *Youth Leaders ages 11-15 *8:30 am-3:30pm M-F *Optional Extended Care from 8:00-8:30 am and 3:30-6:00 pm 2 Locations: *Berkeley' s Tilden Park --June 12-16-Pirates --June 19-23-Magical Mystery Tour --July 5-14-Carpentry --July 17-28- Drama/Performing Arts --July 31-August 11--Mad Science --August 14-25- Drama/Performing Arts --August 28-September 1- Magical Mystery Tour *Oakland's Roberts Park --June 19-23-Pirates --July 5-14-Mad Science --July 17-28- Drama/Performing Arts --July 31-August 11-Magical Mystery Tour --August 14-25-Drama/Performing Arts Visit our website for fees, registration forms, FAQs, photos, maps...all the details!! www.monkeybusinesscamp.com 510.540.6025 Monkey Business Camp monkeybusinesscamp at hotmail.com Music Camps at Crowden ------------------------------------------- Looking for a summer music camp for your child? The Crowden Center for Music in the Community offers a variety of classes and day camps for all ages, including programs in chamber music, instrumental discovery, opera production, private lessons, string ensembles, Suzuki violin and Farallon Brass camp. Specific programs include: - Scrape, Squawk & Bang, ages 5-11, June 19-23 - Summer Music & Opera, ages 8-13, June 26-July 14 - Summer Music Berkeley, ages 7-18, July 17-28 - Farallon Brass Camp, ages 10-18, August 7-18 - Weekly classes & lessons, all ages Cost varies by program. Need-based financial assistance is available. Extended care is available until 6:00 p.m. for all camps, pending sufficient enrollment. For more information, please visit our web site, www.crowden.org, call 510-559-2941, or email ccmc at crowden.org. Marion Atherton North Gait Equestrian Center-Walnut Creek-Camps ------------------------------------------- We are offering summer camps starting June 19, 2006. Each camps runs one week. Ages 7 and up. Camps will be small 8 to 10 children. Horsemanship will be taught and maximum amount of time on horseback. Young teens will have a great time too! Boys and girls welcome. Visit www.northgait.com for details! We also offer riding lessons and birthday parties. Jill Henderson northgait at sbcglobal.net Orinda Academy Summer Session 2006 ------------------------------------------- Orinda Academy is offering two 17 day summer sessions in the following subjects: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus, United States History, Spanish 1, SAT Prep, Basic Skills Review, and English for all grades. Please go to orindaacademy.org to download registration form. Classes will meet from 9-1. Seesion 1: 6/19-7/11 Session 2: 7/13-8/4 Paul Greenwood admission at orindaacademy.org Sierra Friends Camp ------------------------------------------- Announcing Sierra Friends Camp July 1 - 15 & July 16 - July 30, 2006 The Sierra Friends Camp offers children age s 9 - 14 a memorable camping experience rooted in Quaker values of compassion for oneself, others, and the natural world. While living at camp, campers and staff will create a vibrant community of friends and take part in arts and drama activities, non-competitive sports and games, daily chores, sharing music, stories and reflection around the campfire, and swimming in our pond and the nearby Yuba River. Campers will also embark on two- to three-night age-appropriate hiking and camping trips that will inspire self-confidence through physical challenge, appreciation of nature, and skills in camping and teamwork. Campers can choose between two- and four-week sessions. For more information see www.sierrafriendscenter.org/camp http://www.sierrafriendscenter.org/camp or by calling 530- 273-3183. Patricia Cogley SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS AT CITY CAMP! ------------------------------------------- SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS APRIL 10-14, 17-21 at City Camp - named ''Favorite Day Camp'' by Bay Area Parent Magazine! Registration is now open for City Camp 2006 Spring Break sessions in Berkeley and Summer sessions in Berkeley and San Francisco. Please visit www.citycamp.net for all City Camp information and instant online registration. Tim Alley info at citycamp.net Spring Lego™ Camp with Play-Well TEKnologies ------------------------------------------- New Spring Break Camps at the Julia Morgan Center for the Arts 2640 College Ave., Berkeley April 10-14 Engineering FUNdamentals (Grades 1-5) Monday - Friday 1:30-5pm Tuition: $195 April 17-21 Engineering FUNdamentals (Grades 1-5) Monday - Friday 9:00am - 12:30pm Tuition: $195 Play-Well TEKnologies instructors use Lego™ bricks and other building materials to teach basic principles of engineering, physics and architecture to children. For registration or information see www.juliamorgan.org or call 510-845-8542 ext. 301 Marilyn Stanley Strings at Albany Rec's Summer Music Camps ------------------------------------------- Beginning and Intermediate String Classes and Advanced String Orchestra will be offered this summer beginning the third week in June at Albany High School's Little Theater. Classes are 50 minutes each and run M-F for four weeks. Beginning Strings is for children ages 8-12 (approx.) who have never before p layed violin, viola or cello and who wish to learn how. Intermediate Strings is for children who have been studying about one year and who would benefit from having an opportunity to practice and fine-tune technical, music reading and ensemble skills. Advanced String Orchestra is for children who have been playing a bowed stringed instrument at least two years, can play in C, G, D and A Major; knowledge of positions/vibrato rather helpful in general, and necessary for first violin. We may be playing Capriccio Espagnol by Rimsky-Korsakov. For registration forms please contact the Albany Recreation Department. For more detailed information please e-mail instructor. Dennie Mehocich dmehocich at sbcglobal.net Summer 2006 Global Youth Village (13-18 year olds) ------------------------------------------- Legacy International’s Global Youth Village in Bedford, VA has limited openings for 13 – 18 year olds. - Make close, lasting friendships with peers from around the world - Discover how to make a real difference locally and globally - Gain skills in cross-cultural relations and conflict resolution - Enjoy issue-oriented workshops, cultural events, community service trips, arts, sports and more! 2006 Program Dates: July 16 – August 5 http://www.globalyouthvillage.org For information contact Mary Helmig at youthvillage at legacyintl.org Abby Friedman abbyfriedman at yahoo.com Summer Baseball Camp ------------------------------------------- Attention parents of baseball lovers! Announcing a new camp opti on for boys and girls ages 7-12 coming this summer. East Bay BALL Summer Camp is a full-day camp founded by Oakland parents to provide continued access to the game of baseball after the conclusion of the spring Little League season. Five one-week sessions are scheduled from June 26-July 28. Camp will take place at the Caldecott baseball facilities near the Tunnel Road exit off Hwy 24. For more info, and to download a registration form, go to www.summerballcamp.com. Space is limited, so enroll early! Questions? Email us at contact at summerballcamp.com. Deborah Bonzell Super Summer Enrichment Camp (5-10 yr. olds) ------------------------------------------- Two experienced educational forces, Classroom Matters and Symba EdVentures, combine this summer to bring your family high quality activities and adventures. We offer multicultural, enriching experiences for children to build and grow on. Super Summer is unique: families can design their own program based upon your interests and needs. Come for the morning, afternoon or the whole day. Weekly themes in the afternoon and daily morning activities ensure that whenever you come, your child will be immersed in a stimulating environment! Mornings: activities like gardening, bookmaking, cooking, games, and fine arts reinforce academic skills (biology, chemistry, math and writing). Afternoons: weekly thematic activities include multicultural arts and crafts, challenging games, music, movement, creative inventions, drama, storytelling and more. 7 weeks of programs at a reasonable, flexible rate. Our location (2436 Sacramento St., Berkeley) has beautiful indoor and outdoor facilities! To see a calendar, instructors, general info, and to register online visit http://www.classroommatters.com/program/supersummer.htm or call us: Classroom Matters 510-540-8646. Classroom Matters Therapies for Autistic & Developmentally Delayed ------------------------------------------- Camp Camelot – Alternative Therapies for Unique People At Camp Camelot we believe that a disability is only one aspect of an indiv idual and does not define who they are or what unique capabilities they can share with us. Camp Camelot is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing autistic and developmentally delayed individuals with a safe, nurturing environment that facilitates each person’s individual learning style and emotional development. We use innovative programs that combine traditional Applied Behavioral Analysis, Sensory Motor Processing and Body Centered therapies. Our therapeutic approach includes Cranial Sacral Therapy, Brain Gym, and Neuro- Release Technique, all which positively influence the nervous system, along with art, music and creative play. We are now taking applications for our summer program offered during the months of June, July and August of this year. This is a two day a week program for 4 hours per day. Enrollment in this exciting East Bay program is limited. Please contact us at: Camelot4all at yahoo.com, 510-329-3473. Larry Galyardt camelot4all at yahoo.com Windrush School - Summer Adventures ------------------------------------------- Windrush School Summer Adventures Program June 26 through August 18, 2006. Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful extension of Windrush School. This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool staff, and offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects, exciting recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction projects. All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children to teacher ratio of 12:1. Fees are from $225 to $260 a week See our website www.windrush.org or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information. Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director Cberger at windrush.org
------------------------------------------- Have you heard of Camp Galileo? ------------------------------------------- I have heard great things about Camp Galileo - a fun science based summer camp for kids - in Palo Alto. I've heard they plan to start a Camp at Prospect Sierra school in El Cerrito and one in Rockridge this summer and I was wondering if anyone knows about this, or if anyone else has any comments about the camp. Thank you. Kate ------------------------------------------- Camp Galileo will i ndeed be held at Prospect Sierra School this summer. There are five 1-week sessions from 6/26-7/28. For more information about locations, sessions, and details, go to their website, www.campgalileo.com. ------------------------------------------- I have signed our kids up for Camp Galileo after hearing rave reviews from my friends on the Peninsula. They've all been telling me about this great camp that combines science, art and outdoors and I was excited it was being offered here in East Bay for the first time...in my contact with the office, I've been impressed with their organization and responsiveness. Consistent with what I've heard from other parents about the counselors. ChristineAnnouncements
CAL SHAKES SUMMER THEATER CAMP!! ------------------------------------------- Perform it. Then see it... Introduce your child to the magic of theater and Shakespeare! This year, campers will rehearse and perform plays taken straight from the Cal Shakes stage: The Merry Wives of Windsor, The Merchant of Venice, and As You Like It. Then they can see the sh ows for free with a complimentary ticket to every production in our 2006 main-stage season! 5-Week Camp (for ages 8At the Bentley School in Lafayette June 26Mon$1100 A typical day begins with theater classes such as acting, improvisation, stage combat, voice, text, movement for actors, and dialects. Afternoons are spent rehearsing for a full production that occurs at the end of the five weeks. Acceptance based on interview. 2-Week Camp (for ages 8 18) At Fairmont Elementary School in El Cerrito July 31Mon$425 A condensed version of the 5-Week Camp, the 2-Week Camp offers morning classes and afternoon rehearsals for an end-of-session performance. Acceptance based on interview. Bronwyn Eisenberg calshakes123 at yahoo.com Camp Kee Tov - Have You Got That Ruach? ------------------------------------------- Camp Kee Tov is celebrating its 40th summer this year with another action packed and nature-filled calendar. We are an ''imagination-oriented'' Jewish summer day camp, spending much of our time in the beautiful Tilden Park in Berkeley. Our camp is for everyone - grades K-10 and all backgrounds. Kee Tov is based on ''Ruach'' - the energetic spirit that our campers and counselors share. Each summer we sing songs, play games, overnight in the parks, swim, hike, play sports, perform skits and plays, enjoy imaginative theme days, and have fun together. This year, we have a beautiful new home in Berkeley and a new program for 9th and 10th graders. This is one of the most wonderful camps in the area, with a strong reputation and a caring staff with outstanding camper-counselor ratios. This kind of positivity and excitement is a rare experience for kids! Camp Kee Tov has a before and after-camp care, a scholarship fund, and a wide variety of programs. info at campkeetov.org | 510-848-2372 | www.campkeetov.org CREATIVE STRINGS SUMMER CAMP ------------------------------------------- 2006 sessions! Music and Art! Session 1 July 17-21 Kids ages 8-12 Session 2 July 24-28 Teens ages 12 and up String players learn many alternative styles of music in a nurturing and fun environment. Students play in ensembles coached by award winning original member of the Turtle Island String Quartet, founder of the Real Vocal String Quartet, and experienced teacher, Irene Sazer. Multi media performance. 510-548-3738 director at stringimprovisation.org www.stringimprovisation.org Director Crucible Youth Programs ------------------------------------------- Youth Program Mission Statement The Crucible Youth Program exposes youth of diverse backgrounds to the fine and industrial arts through intensive multidisciplinary subject areas. The Crucible offers engaging art programs, such as classes, field trips and workshops. We are dedicated to promoting healthy youth development, strengthening youth competencies in leadership and skill building. SPRING BREAK CAMP Spring break classes are here! For young, creative artists, we offer four exciting days to have fun and learn new skills in blacksmithing and jewelry making. Bring home a candleholder or a custom designed piece of jewelry. SUMMER CAMP We’re excited to offer two summer camps this year. During our Fire Arts Festival in July we’ll be offering a wide variety of two-day “tasters” to youth of all ages. I n August we’ll be offering more intensive five-day classes. From jewelry making to welding to building your own rocket car, check out the extraordinary educational opportunities. For more information, please see www.thecrucible.org or call 510-444-0919. Registration begins February 15, 2006. youth at thecrucible.org Danceversity World Dance Camp ------------------------------------------- When: August 7-11, 14-18, 21-25 Where: Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center Ages: 7-16 Three week-long sessions held Mon through Fri 9am to 4pm. The students will receive instruction in a variety of world dance forms, including Flamenco, Caribbean, Hawaiian, Middle-Eastern, Indian, and more. Our goal is to give young people a greater understanding of the diversity expressed through dance around the world and the cu ltural context in which the dance is experienced. For more info go to www.danceversity.com Hannah Romanowsky hannahdancer at sbcglobal.net Summer Oceanography Adventure for High School ------------------------------------------- The Summer Oceanography Adventure (SOA) is a marine lab and sailtraining experience-for high school students in the Bay Area. The program is built for students to explore new ways of learning, to develop personal responsibility and to value teamwork. Students completing the course will receive three units of credit from San Francisco State University. The course focuses on the environment and science of the San Francisco Bay and allows students to do primary research on this habitat. It is challenging -- academically, emotionally and physically – but in meeting those challenges, students will build their scientific knowledge as well as their confidence and leadership skills. The course has three phases: •July 10-16, 2006: Land based instruction at the Romberg Tiburon Center •July 17-26, 2006: A voyage aboard the schooner Seaward. Students will learn to operate the vessel, both its research equipment and its sails. •July 27-28, 2006: Land based reporting on findings. SOA is available to high school students having finished 10th, 11th or 12th grade. For more information, visit our website, www.tallshipacademy.org or call 415-405-3703 Nettie Kelly nkelly23 at sfsu.edu Windrush School - Summer Adventures ------------------------------------------- Windrush School Summer Adventures Program June 26 through August 18, 2006. Open to children entering grade one up to age 11. Our camp is a wonderful extension of Windrush School. This art-based program is designed and run by the Windrush Afterschool staff, and offers an intimate camp experience, engaging ''hands-on'' projects, exciting recreational activities emphasizing cooperative play, and a new thematic focus each week. The sessions are highlighted by field trips around the Bay Area and special group events, such as kid-run carnivals and refrigerator box construction projects. All sessions are staffed by experienced teachers with a maximum children to teacher ratio of 12:1. Fees are from $225 to $2 60 a week See our website www.windrush.org or call 510-970-7980 ext 243 for more information. Clarence Berger Greer, Summer Camp Director Cberger at windrush.org Young Actors Summer Camp Now Registering! Limited. ------------------------------------------- YATC (www.youngactorstheatrecamp.com) is now registering for our Summer Session, August 14-19. For ages 10-18, YATC is designed to help each student develop and discover their talents in the performing arts. Call (925)858-3548 for info or visit the website. Shawn Ryan Camp Galileo Parent Open House on March 6 ------------------------------------------- Come and learn about this great summer camp coming to the East Bay at 3 locations (El Cerrito/North Berkely, Rockridge, and Lafayette) There will be an informational open house for parents on Monday, March 6, from 7 – 8pm at Prospect Sierra School's Tapscott Campus. This meeting will be held in the Music Room at Tapscott. Look for signs! Please join us to learn more about the program. Voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the Bay” in San Francisco Magazine, Camp Galileo combines art, science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions to create a summer day camp experience kids love. Serving over 5,000 families in the Bay Area last year, Camp Galileo is delivered by a highly talented staff, with curriculum developed i n partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation and Klutz. To learn more call 1-800-854-3684 or visit www.campgalileo.com. tajalli at galileoed.com
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