2016 Summer Fun for Kids

Monday, April 11, 2016

2016

SUMMER FUN for KIDS • Fine arts • Faith-based • Academic & Special Interest • Day camps • Overnight camps • Sports camps •Family & Group programs • Summertime programs

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ACADEMIC AND SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS ALASKA SONGBIRD INSTITUTE YOUTH MENTORING & HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIPS PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: Alaska Songbird Institute (ASI) Ages: 10-17 Dates and times: May 9 to July 15, times are flexible Location: Creamer’s Field Brief description of program: ASI’s summer programs offer the unique opportunity for kids with a strong interest in science and conservation to work alongside biologists studying birds at Creamer’s Field. Kids volunteer 4-12 hours per week dependent on interest and availability. Information and applications are available at http://aksongbird.org Cost: $200/child (mentoring program) Contact person and phone: Tricia, 888-2121 Email: tricia.blake@aksongbird.org

ALCAN LEGO CAMP Sponsoring organization:

ALCAN Adventure Ages: 8-13 years Dates and times: June 2024; July 11-15; Aug.1–5, full day camp Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Fairbanks Description: Let your imagination run wild. Inquiry based learning model. Participants will delve into Lego history and participate in enrichment activities, building in cooperative environment with guidance of certified classroom teacher. Creative Building Time: daily challenges and project builds. Design Process: learn elements of design and building. Exhibition: presentation of projects in group, for parents and guests.

Cost: $225, or two weeks for $400 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Adventure, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@yahoo. com

Brief description of program: Step away from your screen!

Participants will pledge to go screen-free this week and learn to self-monitor screen time. They will engage in daily artistic and play-based challenges and fun with guidance of certified classroom teacher.

Creating habits with games, art, books, and outdoor play.

Week culminates in exhibition of alternatives and publication for parents and guests. Join us!

Cost: $225, or two weeks Adventure Camps for $400 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Adventure, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@yahoo. com

ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Adventure Ages: 8-14 years Dates and times: July 18-22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds

Sponsoring organization: North Star Youth Court Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: 1-5 p.m.

June 13-17 Location: 610 Cushman St., Third Floor, Fairbanks Brief description of program: ADR training teaches the critical life skills of effective communication and positive conflict resolution.

Concepts of conflict theory,

Brief description of program: Campers will work with professional archaeologists to complete a simulated archaeological dig, examine authentic museum artifacts, and learn what it takes to be a real-life archaeologist. We’ll

explore the history of Alaska’s native cultures through hands-on activities both in the field and the museum.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

ALCAN SCREEN FREE WEEK

negotiation, mediation and restorative justice will be explored through role plays and other learning activities.

Class size is limited to 12 students who will be selected to receive full scholarships including materials.

Cost: Free Contact person and phone: North Star Youth Court, 457-6792 or Betty Noreen, 378-2120.

Email: mediationnsyc@gci. net

FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks School of Talent Education in cooperation with Fairbanks Symphony Association and University of Alaska Department of Music.

Ages: 4-18 Dates and times: May 31 to June 5 Location: UAF Campus Brief description of program: Enrollment is open to violin, viola, cello and flute students currently studying the Suzuki method. Student, intermediate and advanced curriculum available. Core classes include master, repertoire and dalcroze with

optional enrichment classes.

Cost: Student, $290; Intermediate, $400; Advanced, $505 Contact person and phone: Sally Endestad, 479-6634 or www.suzukifairbanks.com Email: sendestad@gmail. com

FRONTIER FUN CAMP Sponsoring organization: Mind-Full Learning, LLC Ages: Grades 2-6 Dates and times: Session 1 — 9:30 a.m. to noon July 11-15 for grades 2-4; Session 2 — 1-4 p.m. July 11–15 for grades 4-6; Session 3 — 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 18-22 for grades 2-4; Session 4 — 1-4 p.m. July 18-22 for grades 4-6 Location: West Fairbanks, off Chena Pump Road Brief description of program: Frontier fun camp offers kids rustic, hands-on experiences in history. History comes alive as children build, game, and re-create historical moments and events.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Marnie Port at Mind-Full Learning, LLC, 378-8858 Email frontierfuncamp@ gmail.com

DAY CAMPS ARCHAEOLOGY CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 4-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon. Aug. 1-5 Location: UA Museum of the North Creativity Lab

ART CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 2-3; 4-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon June 20-24 for grades 2-3; 1-4 p.m. for 4-6 Location: UAF Fine Arts

Building, Room 317 Brief description of program: During this week of fun, educational art experiences, campers will create in the art studio and experience outdoor art projects. They DAY » 3

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will explore drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media and sculpture. The week will culminate in an exhibition and reception featuring student artwork in the UAF Art Department Gallery.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

CAMP YES! IN THE WOODS Sponsoring organization: The Other Paw Assistance Dogs Ages: 7-12 Dates and times: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 25-29 Location: Effie Kokrine Early College Charter School

BUG CAMP

(waitlist only) Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 3-7

Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon July 18-22 Location: UA Museum of the North Creativity Lab Brief description of program: Learn about Alaska’s insects and their relatives, from our beautiful butterflies and dragonflies to our less loveable mosquitoes and spiders. Through field, forest and pond, under rocks, in flowers and everywhere else, we’ll collect (catch and release some, keep others) and study these fascinating manylegged tiny animals.

Cost: $200 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

UAF CES Tanana District 4-H Ages: Youth who have completed grades K-2 Dates and times: July 18-20 Location: Georgeson Botanical Gardens Brief description of program: This day camp will present adventure in the outof-doors with the security of evenings at home. Nature observations, crafts and games will be designed to interest and attention span of this age group. Fun will be the key ingredient.

Cost: $35, 4-H members; $40, nonmembers Contact person and phone: Marla Lowder, 474-2427 Email: mklowder@alaska.edu

CLOVERBUD CAMP

DINOSAUR CAMP

Sponsoring organization:

(waitlist only)

Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 3-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon July 25-29 Location: UA Museum of the North Creativity Lab Brief description of program: Discover dinosaurs and other fossils, especially those found right here in Alaska. We will learn about the different dinosaurs, how fossils are preserved, bone identification and dinosaur track formation. Hands-on activities will help participants understand how we study dinosaurs.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu DAY » 4

2016 SUMMER CLASSES AND REGISTRATION REGISTRATION: Fairbanks Resource Agency 805 Airport Rd. Saturday, May 7 10AM–2PM

Dan Ramras Tennis Courts

Behind Mary Siah Rec Center

Community Tennis Block Party Sunday, May 22 • Noon–4PM

Sunday, May 22 K-2nd . . . . . . . . Noon - 1 pm 3rd - 5th . . . . . . 1 pm - 2 pm 6th - 12th . . . . . 2 pm - 3 pm

Tennis Fun in the Midnight Sun

FTA offers Camps/Sessions for Adults & Children May 23 - August 5:

3 one-week camps • 1 two-week session • 2 three-week sessions info@fairbankstennis.org www.fairbankstennis.org

455-4301 Message Phone

PO Box 73993 Fbks, AK 99707

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Brief description of program: A camp for all kids, Camp Yes! in the Woods combines nature literacy with social thinking and sensory self-regulation. Join us this summer for a fun-filled week and discover the wonders of nature and the different ways we each experience the world. Our professional staff do what it takes to support your camper’s success.

Cost: $275 (scholarship funding is available) Contact person and phone: Betsey Jacobs, 687-6309 Email: campyesinthe woods@gmail.com

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GEOCACHING CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 2 and 3 Dates and times: 1-4 p.m.

Aug. 1-5 Location: Bunnell Building Room 122 Brief description of program: During this week of fun, educational art experiences, campers will create in the art studio and experience outdoor art projects. They will explore drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media and sculpture. The week will culminate in an exhibition and reception featuring student artwork in the UAF Art Department Gallery.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

GEOLOGY CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 2-3, 4-6 Dates and times: 1-4 p.m. July 11-15 for grade 2-3; 9 a.m. to noon July 11-15 for grades 2-6 Location: Reichardt Building, Room 230 Brief description of program: We will explore and create works related to where rocks and minerals come from, the rock cycle, how volcanoes form, why earthquakes happen, and other geological phenomena.

Cost: $175

Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

INTERNATIONAL COOKING WORKSHOP (waitlist only) Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 5-7, 8-12 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon June 20-24 for grades 5-7; 9 a.m. to noon June 6-10 for grades 8-12 Location: Hutchison Career Center Kitchen Brief description of program: A culinary adventure for teens. Explore recipes from Africa, France, Japan, Spain and the USA. In addition to learning a variety of cooking methods, topics covered include kitchen

safety, kitchen etiquette, food safety and presentation. A demonstration of skills will be presented at the end of the course.

Cost: $225 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

JUNIOR AUTHORS CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 4-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon June 13-17 Location: Bunnell Building, Room 122 Brief description of program: Join us for a week of writing, thinking, talking and writing some more. We will explore different genre of

writing — poetry, memoir, epistolary, nature journaling and more. We will work collaboratively and independently to write as much as we can as well as we can.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

KIDS’ COOKING CAMP (waitlist only) Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering grades 2-4 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon June 13-17, June 27 to July 1 Location: Hutchison Career Center Kitchen Brief description of program: Focus on fun with food

12th Annual

Visual Art Academy June 6-17, 2016 The University of Alaska Fairbanks Art Department will host the 12th Annual Visual Art Academy, an intensive visual arts program for students from grades 6–12

REGISTER EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION OF CLASSES Classes in: Animation, Cartooning, Ceramics, Computer Art, Costume/Fashion Design, Photography, Drawing, Metalsmithing, Painting, Printmaking and Sculpture & 3D Design

Check out our website and download forms:

w w w.uaf.edu/art/artacademy

Detail of Drawing by Christian Baldwin

The Visual Art Academy is a cooperative program of the UAF Art Department, College of Liberal Arts and UAF Summer Sessions and with support from the Chancellor’s office.

UAF IS AN AA/EO EMPLOYER AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

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For more information contact UAF Art Department at (907) 474–7530 or email us at: uaf-art@alaska.edu

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SUMMER FUN from start to finish. Includes preparation, eating and clean-up with kitchen safety in mind. Learn preparation, presentation, kitchen etiquette, stove safety and food safety. Topics include baking (biscuits, pretzels, muffins, tortillas), cooking (individual casseroles) and smooshing (cream cheese playdough, ice cream, freezer jam) and culminating with an English tea on Friday for invited guests.

Cost: $225 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

LAW & ORDER FAIRBANKS Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Grades 6-8

Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon June 13-17 Location: 604 Barnette Street, Room 119 Brief description of program: This camp offers students entering grades 6-8 the opportunity to explore the many facets of today’s criminal justice system including forensics, the Alaska Court System, the correctional facilities and law enforcement agencies (State Troopers, Fairbanks Police and UAF Police Department). Field trips to various agencies will be included in the week-long activities as well as hands-on learning Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

MAD SCIENTIST DAY CAMP Sponsoring organization: Institute for Science and Mathematics Ages: 5-13 Dates and times: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 6-9, 13-17; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 20-24; 12:30-3:30 p.m. June 27-July 1; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 5-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 1-5, 8-12 Location: 2925 Horner Court, Fairbanks 99709 Brief description of program: Robotics projects, bug collections, and messy chemistry experiments are just a few of the active-learning options at the Mad Scientist Day Camp. Each camp takes place at the Mad Scientist Workshop, which is packed with

awesome experiments that help young learners make exciting discoveries about how the universe works!

Cost: $215-$325 Contact person and phone: Mike Donaldson, 479-6860 Email: workshop@scimathinstitute.org

MATH CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering Grades 2-3, 4-6 Dates and times: 1-4 p.m.

June 27 to July 1 for grades 2-3; 9 a.m. to noon June 27 to July 1 for grades 4-6 Location: Bunnell Building Room 122 Brief description of program: Puzzles and Projects: Move and do to learn and

explore. Discover fun math patterns through art, music, science and building. We’ll do a fun new project each day.

This camp is for students who have mastered math skills at their grade level and would like exploration and enrichment of the curriculum.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska.edu

MUSIC CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering 2-3, 4-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 1-5 for grades 2-3; 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1-5 for grades 4-6 DAY » 6

2016 PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAMS • Weekly drawings for cool prizes.

• Programs at selected libraries.

• Mystery Night program in the fall for all teens.

, GET SET...READ! ON YOUR MARKre n 2 Years For Child To 6th Grade

FUN!

YOUNG ADULT prog ram for Middle & High School Students !

FREE

Sign-up week begins Monday, May 23 and is ongoing through Saturday, July 23.

Noel Wien Public Library • 459-1052 North Pole Branch Library • 488-6101 FNSB Bookmobile • 459-1031 This free program is sponsored by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries, with generous support from local businesses and Flint Hills Resources.

http://fnsblibrary.org

Read or listen to books of your choice each week and earn a weekly incentive.

• Free weekly entertaining programs!

• Free book at the end!

• Prize drawings!

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DAY Continued from 5 Location: Old UPark Building, Room 156 Brief description of program: Experience the excitement and fun of music through singing, dancing, composing and playing instruments.

Learn about music and how it is a part of our everyday lives through active games and play.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska. edu

O.U.R. CAMP Sponsoring Organi-

zation: Step-In Autism Services of Alaska, LLC Ages: Elementary school ages Dates and times: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday from June 6 to Aug. 5 Location: 3568 Geraghty Ave. Brief description of program: Children with disabilities will have fun doing traditional day camp activities including crafts, cooking, outdoor games and making friends at O.U.R. day camp, located at Cost: $200 per session Contact person and phone: Danielle Massenberg, 374-7001 Email: stepinalaska bcba@gmail.com

PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering 4-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 8-12 Location: Bunnell Building, Room 122 Brief description of program: Learn how a camera functions, the basic concepts of composition and how to use them, and basic post processing techniques.

The day begins with a discussion of elements of photography in the classroom, then students will create photographs around campus. Stu-

Brought to you by Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s Theatre, Inc.

2016

An intensive and FUN theatre training program for children and young people, ages 5–18, featuring a professional teaching staff.

at The Hap Ryder Riverfront Theatre

(1852 Second Ave.) Session #1 • June 13– June 24 (Classes Mon.–Fri.) Class A 5–7 yrs 9:00 a.m.–Noon Class size Class B 8–10 yrs 9:00 a.m.–Noon limited to 15 Class C 11–14 yrs 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration fee: $150 per student for the two week program. students.

Session #2 • June 27 – July 8 (Classes Mon.–Fri. No classes 7/4)

Class Dates: July 11 through July 31 Classes Mon–Fri., 1 – 6 p.m. • Class size limited to 30 students.

Registration fee: $325 for the three week program.

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Performances of “Kidnapped In London” July 29-31 • Directed by Heath Robertson

Visit www.fairbanksdrama.org to download registration brochure starting May 1

POTTERY CAMP

STORYTELLING CAMP

Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering grades 2-3, 4-6 Dates and times: 1-4 p.m. June 20-24 or 9 a.m. to noon June 27 to July 1 for grades 2-3; 9 a.m. to noon June 2014 or 1-4 p.m. June 27 to July 1 for grades 4-6 Location: Art Building, Room 415 Brief description of program: Come join us for exciting new projects and learn different ways to make and decorate pots during this hands-on, educational week of fun with

BARNYARD ROUNDUP VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Session #3 • For Young People ages 13 through 18 years The Theatre Ensemble Company Class

Drama Project 2016 is proudly sponsored by:

clay. Artwork will be fired and presented at a student exhibition reception in the UAF Art Department Gallery on the last day of camp.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska. edu

Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering 2-3, 4-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon June 6-10 for grades 2-3; 1-4 p.m.

June 6-10 for grades 4-6 Location: Bunnell Building, Room 122 Brief description of program: Learn ways to tell more entertaining stories. Campers will present their stories to a live audience at the end of the week.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud,

474-7021 Email: summer@ alaska.edu

YOUTH BAKING BLITZ (waitlist only) Sponsoring organization: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: For students entering grades 4-8 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to noon May 31 to June 3 Location: Hutchison Career Center Kitchen Brief description of program: Learn how to make a basic pie crust, a variety of quick breads and yeast breads.

Delight in making pies and tarts, zucchini bread and muffins, scones, Irish soda bread, whole wheat sunflower seed rolls and artisan bread. Plan on getting elbow deep into the dough and having fun, all at the same time.

Cost: $225 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska. edu

FAITH-BASED CAMPS

Class A 5–7 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon Class size Class B 8–10 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon limited to 15 Class C 11–14 yrs 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. students.

Registration fee: $150 per student for the two week program.

REGISTRATION BEGINS MAY 1.

For information, phone 456-PLAY

dents will be encouraged to experiment with the knowledge and skills they learn in creating thoughtful, successful, and dynamic images Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Felicia Burud, 474-7021 Email: summer@alaska. edu

Sponsoring organization: Light of the World Lutheran Church Ages: 3-12 Dates and times: 6-8:30 p.m. June 6-10

Location: Light of the World Lutheran Church, 4155 Geist Road Brief description of program: At Barnyard Roundup, we’ll learn how Jesus values us and gathers us together as we hear “farmtastic” Bible stories, meet new friends, do

fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more. It’s going to be fun, so please join us.

For more information or to register, go to: www. lightoftheworld lutheran.com. Free meal served beforeFAITH » 7

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Cost: Free Contact person and phone: Jason Strong, 479-4324 Email: strongjas@ gmail.com

CAMP BALDWIN Sponsoring organization: Tanana Valley Baptist Association Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: June 22-24 for K-2; June 27 to July 1 for grades 3-4; July 4-8 for grades 5-6; July 11-15 for grades 7-8; July 18-22 for grades 9-12.

Location: Delta Junction Brief description of program: Camp Baldwin

is a traditional camp with studies, activities and Bible lessons. Caregivers are trained summer missionaries. Camp Baldwin is an overnight camp located in the suburbs of Delta Junction with bath houses, dining room/ kitchen, recreation area, bunkhouses, etc. Bus service may be provided from/to Fairbanks on a limited availability for a small fee.

Cost: $90-120 Contact person and phone: Sandy, 474-4989 Email: tvba@tanana valleybaptist association.com

CAMP LI-WA Sponsoring organization: Victory Ministries of Alaska

Ages: 5-18 Dates and times: Day camps and week long camps all summer long.

Location: 590 Wigwam Way, Fairbanks Brief description of program: Camp Li-Wa is a Christian camp that offers something for every child from horses, canoes, climbing wall, petting farm, archery, and riflery. Kids love the snack shop and the delicious meals that are served. The Bible and God’s love will be taught to them at chapel and campfire. Crazy games and great friendships are in abundance.

Cost: $225-$430 Contact person and phone: Jo Hibma, 4576059 Email: info@camp liwa.org

FAMILY AND GROUP CAMPS H2O: HEADWATERS TO OCEAN FAMILY CAMP Sponsoring organization: Prince William Sound Science Center Ages: All Ages Dates and times: July 11-14 Location: Cordova Brief description of program: Family Camp offers an opportunity for the whole family to have fun and experience the amazing landscape that surrounds Cordova. Daily activities include hands-on science activities, games, and adventures. We’ll hike through the rain forest, observe glaciers up close, canoe through the wetlands of the Copper River Delta and explore Orca Inlet.

Cost: $225 per participant + nightly

campground rate Contact person and phone: Lauren Bien, 424-5800, Ext 231 Email: lbien@pwssc.org

FIND YOUR PARK: FAMILY ADVENTURE CAMP Sponsoring organization: Alaska Geographic and Murie Science and Learning Center Ages: 5 and older with at least one adult per family Dates and times: Noon Aug. 4 to 5 p.m. Aug. 7 Location: Denali National Park and Preserve Brief description of program: Celebrate 100 years of the National Park FAMILY » 8

SONSPARK VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Sponsoring organization: 1st Presbyterian Church Ages: 4 (by March 1)-sixth grade Dates and times: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 6-10 Location: 547 Seventh Ave., Fairbanks Brief description of program: Lasers!

Gyroscopes! Telescopes! and chemical reactions! Young scientists will participate in experiments and hands- on activities that help them get to know God’s plan for them. Each day is

filled with crafts,edible experiments, music, stunts, and TOO much fun! Kids will discover that God loves them and has a purpose for each of them.

Cost: Free Contact person and phone: Connie Arp, 452-2406 Email: connie.arp@ FPCFairbanks.com

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Sponsoring organization: Christ Lutheran Church Ages: ages 5-12, grades K-6 Dates and times: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 7-10

Location: Christ Lutheran Church, 1798 Iniakuk Brief description of program: Come explore the Norway Cross Culture Vacation Bible School. Children will get to share the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of one unique culture with the kids in their community, while helping them discover God’s eternal love for the world during four fun-filled days!

Cost: Free will offering.

Please register by May 24 Contact person and phone: Sally Endestad, 479-4955 or Laura Lease, 479-4947 Email: clctogether @gmail.com

Fairbanks Youth Soccer Association Summer soccer options for youth ages 3 and up as well as adaptive programs for youth who experience a disability.

Check out our new Saturday morning league option (great for families with other weeknight commitments!)

Registration and lots of info available online. Last day to register is May 1st

www.fysasoccer.org 456-FYSA • staff@fairbanksyouthsoccer.com

Thank you for being part of our soccer community!

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SUMMER FUN Continued from 7 Service by bringing your family to Denali. You’ll enjoy guided activities with an educator and have time to explore on your own. We’ll offer ideas on how to connect with nature, as well as build outdoor skills. Lodging and food included at our Teklanika field camp located 29 miles inside Denali.

Cost: $280 Contact person and phone: Alaska Geographic staff, 683-6432, http://akgeo.org/field-courses Email: courses@murieslc.org

FOSTER-PA-LOO-ZAH! Sponsoring organization: 4-H Alaska & Alaska Center for Resource Families Ages: 0-99 Dates and times: 11 a.m. to 12

p.m. every second Saturday and every fourth Wednesday from May 14 to Aug. 24 Location: Alaska Center for Resource Families, 815 Second Ave., Suite 202, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Brief description of program: For Resource Families- Foster, Adoptive, Guardianship and Relative Caregivers! Join us this summer for some family fun. Foster-PaLoo-Zah is a series of whole family workshops that focus on connective parenting, stress management, healthy relationship building and other areas of positive youth development. The whole family is invited. Activities for youth and a light meal are provided.

Cost: Free Contact person and phone: Rachel Hanft, 479-7307; Candi Dierenfield, 474-1909 Email: rhanft@nwresource.org

FINE ARTS CAMPS BALLROOM DANCE CAMP Sponsoring organization: LHS Ballroom Dance Team Ages: 6 to adult Dates and times: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

May 31 to June 4 Location: Ryan Middle School Gym Brief description of program: Ballroom, swing and Latin dance instruction Cost: $150 for 1 week 1/2 day, $250 for 1 week full day Contact person and phone: Stefani Borrego, 452-4751, Ext 13211 Email: stefani.borrego@k12northstar.org

FAIRBANKS BLUEGRASS CAMP FOR KIDS Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks Folk Fest, Inc. Ages: 8-16 Dates and times: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily from June 20-24, student concert until 4:30 p.m. June 24 Location: Unitarian Fellowship Hall, 4448 Pike’s Landing Road Brief description of program: 13th Annual Bluegrass Camp features Americana music taught by great instructors in fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass, vocals, songwriting and more.

Students get first-hand experience in bluegrass, old-time, and country music, at beginning to advanced levels.

Also included: square dancing, student concert at the end of the week, and optional private instruction. More info: www.fairbanksfolkfest.org and/ or www.bluegrasscampsforkids.com.

Cost: $300 ($275 if payment before Fairbanks Summer Folk Festival on June 4) Contact person and phone: Peter Bowers, 455-6528, 978-1980 Email: petebowers959@gmail.com

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HOWLING BEAR STUDIOS FINE ARTS CAMP Sponsoring organization: Howling

Bear Studios Ages: Grades 4-8 Dates and times: 1-4 p.m. July 11-15 Location: Bias Drive, 1/4 Mile Chena Hot Springs Rd. Brief description of program: Join Fairbanks artists Claudia Lively and Greg Gustafson in a week of creative fun. Each student will make art projects using clay, beads, fabric, glass and materials found in the woods. These sculpture, jewelry, glass fusing, and hand building projects will be displayed in an art show and party for students’ families at the end of camp Friday.

Cost: $175 Contact person and phone: Claudia Lively, 456-2161 Email: howlingbear56@gmail.com

NORTH STAR BALLET CREATIVE DANCE CAMP — CIRCUS UNDER THE BIG TOP Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks North Star Ballet Ages: 4-9 Dates and times: Two one-week sessions: 9 a.m. to noon May 31 to June 4 and June 6-10 Location: Tanana Valley Fairgrounds, 1800 College Road Brief description of program: Creative movement, ballet, costume design, music appreciation, arts and crafts, story and activities all relating to a circus theme.

Cost: $185, current students; $210, for new students.

Contact person and phone: Kristina West, 451-8800 Email: nsdf@polarnet.com

THE DRAMA PROJECT! Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks Drama Association & Children’s Theatre Ages: 5-18 years Dates and times: Session 1 for 5- to 14-year-olds, June 13-24; Session 2 for 5- to 14-year-olds, June 27-July

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SUMMER FUN M-F. Heath Robertson, will direct the classic play “Kidnapped in London” which the students will perform for the public on July 29, 30 and 31.

Contact person and phone: Peggy Ferguson, managing director, 451-4378 Email: pegferguson@ gci.net

YOUTH SUMMER FIBERARTS PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks Weavers & Spinners Guild Ages: 6 to 15 Dates and times: Weekly sessions 9 a.m. to 12

and 1-4 p.m. for the following dates: May 23-27, May 31 to June 3, June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27 to July 1, Aug. 1-5, Aug. 8-12 Location: Room 219, Lathrop Building, 516 Second Ave. Brief description of program: Weekly threehour sessions in the morning and afternoon that explore art-related projects that stimulate creative ideas, develop skills and techniques in drawing, watercolor, painting, basketry, a variety of beading techniques, loom weaving, paper-making, machine sewing, quilting and woodcarving.

Cost: $90 per session,

two sessions per day; noon-hour supervision, $10 extra Contact person and phone: Penny Wakefield 452-7737 Email: fairbanksweavers@gmail.com

SUMMER DANCE CAMP Sponsoring organization: Mo Holland Dance Studio Ages: 7-14 Dates and times: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from June 6-24 Location: 914 College Road Brief description of program: Campers will learn ballet, tap, jazz,

hip hop, contemporary, yoga, Zumba, choreography and musical theatre.

There will be a presentation on the last day for family and friends.

Cost: $350 Contact person and phone: Mo Holland, 452-5678 Email: Website, www. mohollanddance.com

S.W.I.M. SENSATIONAL WORSHIP IN MOTION Sponsoring organization: First Presbyterian Church Ages: 6-12 Dates and times: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 11-16

Location: 547 Seventh Ave. Brief description of program: Through the arts, children will explore the talents and gifts that God has given to each of them.

They will have a choice of two tracks, either dance, drama, vocals, set design, media or puppets. At week’s end, all workshops will come together and present a program highlighting each workshop.

Cost: $100 ($75 early bird special if registration paid by June 1) Contact person and phone: Connie Arp, 452-2406 Email: connie.arp@ fpcfairbanks.com

Come one, come all, to the Greatest Show on Earth!

CREATIVE MOVEMENT DANCE CAMP Creative Movement, Ballet, Mime, Music Appreciation, Arts & Crafts, Stories and Activities all related to a Circus Theme.

Funny clowns, acrobats, trapeze artists and other performers will dazzle you in a presentation at week’s end!

AGES 4-9

2 one-week sessions: 9 am-noon

May 31-June 4 June 6-10 Call 451-8800 to register

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8; Session 3 for 13- to 18-year-olds, July 11-31 Location: The Hap Ryder Riverfront Theatre, 1852 Second Ave. Brief description of program: The Drama Project! is a fun, intensive theatre training program for youth. The faculty are professional theatre educators, and the training features voice, physicality, listening, rhythm and ensemble teamwork. Registration begins May 1.

Cost: Sessions 1 and 2: $150/child. Session 3: $ 325/child. Session 3 is the teenaged ensemble theatre class for students 13-18, and is a complete theatre production immersion class; 1-6 p.m.,

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OVERNIGHT CAMPS DELTA RESTORATION TEAM CAMP Sponsoring organization: Prince William Sound Science Center Ages: Grades 9-12 Dates and times: Aug. 10-20 Location: Cordova Brief description of program: This 10-day service-learning oriented field experience will focus on restoration projects, team-building, and leadership.

Help us restore native plant communities and improve fish habitat while having fun.

Participating youth will

gain ecosystem knowledge, a sense of ownership over restoration activities in their public lands, and a sense of connection between themselves and natural habitats that support resilient communities.

Cost: $550 Contact person and phone: Lauren Bien, 424-5800, Ext. 231 Email: lbien@pwssc.org

THE FOLK SCHOOL “WEEK IN THE WOODS” Sponsoring organization: The Folk School Ages: 6 and older (ages 6-18 with adult

co-learner) Dates: June 25-29 Location: Tanana Valley State Forest Brief description of program: Participants will stay in the forest for five days and four nights, allowing the energy of our everyday, technologyfilled lives to be replaced by the more peaceful energy of the woods. Through the process of creating objects from forest treasures, students will explore old and new techniques and hand tools from many cultures. As part of this process participants will

Hawks greenhouse “Sprouts” Kids Gardening Club

The Month of April:

The Month of May:

16th - Pizza/Spaghetti Herbs: Plant a mini Pizza

7th - Mother’s Day:

or Spaghetti herb garden

Plant flowers for Mom and brighten up her day.

23rd - Strawberries:

14th - Sprouts in a Jar:

Plant bare root, ever-bearing Quinault strawberries and harvest fresh berries later this summer.

Start some sprouts and have a fresh snack in less than a week.

21st - Plant a Tepee:

30th - Veggie Garden:

Transplant sunflowers and plant beans for your own tepee fort.

Plant seeds for your very own garden for harvest later in the season.

Sponsoring organization: The Folk School Ages: 8 and older (ages 8-18 with adult co-learner) Dates: July 20-24 Location: Tanana River, between Fairbanks and Nenana Brief description of program: Week on the River is a multi-gener-

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11th - Hanging Gardens: Plant a hanging garden of flowers.

Materials cost of $7.50 per project.

25th - 4th of July Planters: Decorate for the 4th of July with Red, White and Blue flowers.

THE FOLK SCHOOL “WEEK ON THE WATER”

ational dynamic living-learning educational exchange focused on connecting participants to the river environment and summer season.

Together, we’ll learn about river’s wealth of fish by from cutting, drying, cooking, and making art with them.

We’ll gather raw natural materials, such as willow and spruce and transform them into practical items. There will be time set aside each day to explore beyond camp, gathering wild edibles and building materials, tracking animals, and enjoying the setting. At night we’ll cook on fires, relax and enjoy evening programs.

Cost: $400 adult; $700 adult-youth combination; $300 UAF student Contact person and phone: Jenna Hertz Email: Jenna.Hertz@ gmail.com

TIME WARP Sponsoring organization: UAF CES Tanana District 4-H Ages: Grades 3-8 Dates and times: 6 p.m. June 27 to 11:30 a.m. June 30 Location: Twin Bears Brief description of program: Come join us for camp this year.

We have a great theme learning about some of the decades through a “Time Warp”. Youth will rotate through classes based on the theme. There will be swimming, crafts, games, skits, hiking and campfires. It promises to be educational and fun. We look forward to seeing you there.

Cost: Non 4-Her, $105; 4-H member, $95 Contact person and phone: Marla Lowder, 474-2427 Email: mklowder@ alaska.edu

SPORTS CAMPS Classes start Saturday at 11:00 and last for 30 minutes.

The Month of June:

go on frequent guided excursions, learning to recognize the unique characteristics of forest types, flora and fauna of the boreal landscape, and the influences of history on forest dynamics.

Cost: $490 adult/$580 adult-youth combination/$250 UAF student Contact person and phone: John Manthei Email: john.folkschool@gmail.com

907-488-6119 hawksgreenhouse.com

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Sponsoring organization: Far North BMX Ages: 5 to adult Dates and times: Late May through August. Practices are on Monday evenings, races on Wednesday evenings and occasionally Thursday evenings, weather permitting.

Location: Corner of 19th Ave. and Kiana St. Brief description of program: BMX (Bicycle Moto Cross) is an exciting, fam-

ily-oriented sport that provides great exercise in a fun, positive environment.

It is also an Olympic sport. No experience necessary. Full-face helmet, long sleeve shirt, long pants and closedtoed shoes required. A limited number of loaner and rental bikes and helmets are available on a first-come, first serve basis. Come check us out.

Cost: USA BMX Membership and weekly race fees.

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SUMMER FUN Continued from 13 us out on Facebook Email: farnorthbmx@ yahoo.com

ALCAN BASEBALL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Full-day or half-day program; Morning Session: Focus on speed and strength fitness development; Afternoon Session: Focus on individual hockey skills; Breakfast served – fruit and veggie breaks Included Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week, 5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN BASEBALL HITTING PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports

Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: 1:153:15 p.m. Monday and Wednesday from June 1 to July 20 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Indoor batting cages; Repetitions With Guidance is a key component as players will have the opportunity each week to have hundreds of swings with guidance; Batting tee, soft toss, pitching machine, live pitching; camp maximum of 32 Cost: $400 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN BASEBALL THROWING & PITCHING PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: 1:153:15 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday from June 2 to July 21 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: This program will emphasize fundamentals for the

individual skills for throwing the baseball. We will focus on the techniques and methods to increase arm strength. Pitching techniques will allow time for fundamentals in regards to footwork, and delivery.

Cost: $400 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sport, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT CAMP Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Fullday or Half-day program; Morning Session: Focus on speed and strength fitness development; Afternoon Session: Focus on individual basketball skills; Breakfast served — fruit and veggie breaks included Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week, 5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sport,

455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Fullday or Half-day program; Morning Session: Focus on speed

and strength fitness development; Afternoon Session: Focus on individual football skills; Breakfast served —fruit and veggie breaks included Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week, 5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN HOCKEY DEFENSEMEN PROGRAM

Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: 3-4 p.m. Monday and Wednesday nine-week session from May 27 to July 22 Location: UAF Patty Center Arena Brief description of program: The program will emphasize the following individual skills.

We will focus on the proper techniques to maximize potential in each skill. This camp is designed to create the foundation for a strong defensive player. Camp maximum of 32 Cost: $500

Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports

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1 week camps: June 6-10 June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29

Cost: $200 per week Time: 8:30am-12:30pm each day Discounts: 10% off for 2 or more siblings 10% off for 2 or more weeks Discounts stack to a max of 20% off

Learn to Climb!

Ascension climbing camps focus on building climbing skills and teamwork in a challenging and exciting environment.

Contact info: arc.fairbanks@gmail.com 45-CLIMB (452-5462) ascensionrockclub.com

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Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, UAF Patty Center Arena Brief description of program: Fullday or Half-day program; Morning Session: Focus on speed and strength fitness development; Afternoon Session: Focus on individual hockey skills; Breakfast served —fruit and veggie breaks included Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week, 5

Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: 2:303:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursday nine-week session from May 24 to July 21 Location: UAF Patty Center Arena Brief description of program: This program will emphasize the Individual Skills for Goal Scoring and Offensive Play. We will focus on the proper techniques to maximize potential in each skill. This camp is designed to develop the necessary tools to increase goal scoring. Camp maximum

ALCAN POWERSKATING ALCAN SOCCER PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports PROGRAM Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: 7:308:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursday nine-week session from May 24 to July 21 Location: UAF Patty Center Arena Brief description of program: The emphasis of the Advanced Power Skating Program includes Acceleration and Explosiveness: the first 3 steps; Power and Stride Development: maximize stride potential for individual players; Agility and Quickness: refinement of body positioning and on-ice angles in small

Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Full day or half day program.

Morning session focuses on speed and strength development.

Afternoon session focuses on individual volleyball skills. Breakfast of fruit and vegetables is included.

Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week,

5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members.

Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN SOFTBALL DEVELOPMENT CAMP Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Full day or half day program.

Morning session focuses on speed and strength development.

Afternoon session focuses on individual softball skills. Breakfast of fruit and vegetables is included.

Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9

weeks ($250/week, 5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members.

Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN SUPERHERO CAMP Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Adventure Ages: 8-14 years Dates and times: July 25-29 and Aug. 8-12 Location: Mini Golf Fairbanks at Pioneer Park Brief description of program: Up, up, and away! Participants will research and share stories of the cultural phenomenon of Superheroes through artwork, games, and the big event. They will be inspired to create artwork through personal interpretation using various media.

Event planning and organizational skills develop as they host the

Fairbanks Weavers’ & Spinners’ Guild Youth Summer Fiber Arts Program for the weeks of: May 23; May 31 (four days only); June 6; June 13; June 20; June 27; August 1 & August 8

Ages: 6 – 9; 8 – 15; 9 – 15 years Weekly sessions: 2 per day $90/session Times: 9am – 12pm & 1pm - 4pm

Classes offered in the following:

Basketry, Beading, Cartoons, Drawing, Fantasy Costumes, Machine Sewing I, II, III, Masks, Paper Engineering, Paper Making, Puppets, Sculpture, Quilting, Watercolor, Weaving, Wood Carving Registration form & Class Descriptions online: www.fairbanksweavers.org For more info: call Weaving Studio 452-7737 • Location: Rm. 219, Lathrop Bldg. 516 2nd Ave

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areas. Coach: Dean Fedorchuk. Camp maximum of 30.

Cost: $500 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

of 32.

Cost: $500 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

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Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sport, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

week minimum); discount available for multiple family members Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

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ALCAN TENNIS DEVELOPMENT CAMP Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22

Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds Brief description of program: Full day or half day program.

Morning session focuses on speed and strength development.

Afternoon session focuses on individual tennis skills. Breakfast of fruit and vegetables is included.

Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week, 5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

ALCAN VOLLEYBALL DEVELOPMENT CAMP Sponsoring organization: ALCAN Sports Ages: Rookies 8-9, Development 10-11, Prospects 12-14 Dates and times: May 23 to July 22 Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, Noyes Field Brief description of program: Full day or half day program.

Morning session focuses on speed and strength development.

Afternoon session focuses on individual volleyball skills. Break-

fast of fruit and vegetables is included.

Cost: $2,000 full day; $1,000 half day, for 9 weeks ($250/week, 5 week minimum); discount available for multiple family members.

Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203

Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

FAIRBANKS TENNIS ASSOCIATION CAMPS AND SESSIONS

tion: Fairbanks Tennis Association Ages: Kindergarten to adult Dates and times: Session One begins May 23; times vary by age.

Location: Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts

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Science-Based Art of Alaska, LLC

Summer Camps 2016 June-August 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Combining science and art Eight to ten children per camp

Cost is $350 per five-day camp

For more information go to: sciencebasedart@blogspot.com

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Fairbanks Superheroes Celebration with fun and games for family and special guests.

Cost: $225 or two weeks, Adventure Camps for $400 Contact person and phone: ALCAN Adventure, 455-4203 Email: alcanhockey@ yahoo.com

REGISTER ONLINE thealaskaclub.com

summer fun camp

10 Weeks of Fun . May 31-Aug 12 . ages 5-12 THE ALASKA CLUB l FAIRBANKS SOUTH

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Questions? CALL (907) 365-7393 FAX (907) 337-5865 EMAIL summerfuncamp@thealaskaclub.com

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Brief description of program: FTA offers a variety of camps (daily classes for one week) and sessions (2-3 classes per week for 2 or 3 weeks) this summer.

The camps and sessions are available for students K-12, and we also offer adult classes. Classes are taught by a visiting pro tennis player with help from local coaches. See you at the courts.

Cost: $25-55, depending on age and camp/session Contact person and phone: Kathy Larson, 455-4301 Email: fairbankstennis@ gmail.com

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For newbies and beginners Sponsoring organization: North Star Golf Club Ages: 14 and older. Siblings, parents and grandparents welcome.

Dates and times: Session 1 — 6:15-7:45 p.m. Tuesday starting May 31; Session 2 — 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesdays starting June 1. (Eight weekly classes ending the week of July 18.)

Location: 330 Golf Club Dr., off Old Steese Highway, 0.75 miles north of Chena Hot Springs Road Brief description of program: Small group instruction with Bernadine Stump, LPGA, using national Get Golf Ready format where

beginners learn the basics in a low stress, fun and welcoming environment. All equipment provided. Weekly topics: Swing Fundamentals, Putting, Chipping, Pitching, Video, Driving, Sand Play, and on course play. More info? www.northstargolf.com Cost: Complete series $140 ($20 savings) or $20 per session Contact person and phone: Melinda Evans, 455-8362 until May 15; Berni Stump, LPGA, 457-4653 Email: northstargolf@alaska. net

GOLDEN HEART RUNNING CLUB Sponsoring organization: Golden Heart Rotary Club

Gymnastics, Inc.

Sponsoring organization: North Star Golf Club Ages: 6-14, limit 10 students Dates and times: 10 a.m. to noon July 19-22 Location: 330 Golf Club

CALYPSO FARM CAMP

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS LEARNING CENTER

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• A Preschool & Kindergarten for ages 3–6

For more information, call 456-2263 3411 Lathrop Street (near Van Horn Road)

LPGA GIRLS GOLF CAMP

Drive, off Old Steese Highway, 0.75-miles north of Chena Hot Springs Road Brief description of program: Small group instruction in a fun format using SNAG golf and other techniques with Bernadine Stump, LPGA. Learn the basics, safety, etiquette, putting, short game, full swing and play on the course. Equipment provided. Sponsors: Puttin’ on the Ritz Ladies, Play It Again Sports and LPGA. Sign up with a friend!

Cost: $75 (Thanks to our sponsors!)

Contact person and phone: After May 15, Bernadine Stump, LPGA, 457-4653 or email us.

Email: northstargolf@alaska. net

SUMMERTIME PROGRAMS

SIGN UP FOR SUMMER CLASSES STARTING MAY 9!

• Full Time Summer Camp Offered for Ages 6-11

Ages: 7-12 Dates and times: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays June 7-28 Location: Birch Hill Ski Trails Brief description of program: Cross Country Running Camp for children of all abilities.

Cost: Free Contact person and phone: Susan Kramer, 590-5086 Email: eventplanning2004@ hotmail.com

Sponsoring Organization: Calypso Farm Ages: 5-12 Dates and Times: Session 1 — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 6-10 for ages 5-7; Session 2 — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 1317 for ages 8-12; Session 3 — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 11-15 for ages 8-12 Location: Calypso Farm Brief description of program: Campers get the opportunity to immerse themselves in farm life. They explore the farm, help with farm chores, get to know the farm animals, help with harvest and snack their way through the fields. Children also spend plenty of time exploring and playing in the surrounding boreal forest.

Cost: Session 1 — $200 (ages 5-7); Session 2 & 3 — $275 (ages 8-12) Contact person and phone: Calypso Farm 451-0691

Email: calypsoinformation@gmail. com, www.calypsofarm.org

CAMP HABITAT Sponsoring organization: Camp Habitat Ages: Nature Sprouts: Ages 4-5; Nature Detectives: Ages 6-7; Water Striders: Ages 8-9; Refuge Adventurers: Ages 10-11 Dates and times: Nature Sprouts: 12:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 13-17, 8:30 a.m. to noon June 20-24; Nature Detectives: July 11-15 or July 18-22; Water Striders: July 11-15 or July 1822; Refuge Adventurers: July 11-15 or July 18-22 Location: Creamer’s Field. 1300 College Road, Fairbanks Brief description of program: Every summer since 1990, young people SUMMERTIME » 15

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SUMMERTIME Continued from 14 have had the opportunity to enjoy guided explorations the Boreal Forest, Farm Fields, Seasonal Ponds and other wetlands at Creamer’s Field designed especially for them. Through outdoor activities like sensory exploration, discovery hikes, ecology-themed games, songs and creative craft projects, young people learn about the ecosystems of Interior Alaska.

Cost: Nature Sprouts, $140; Nature Detectives, $215; Water Striders, $265; Refuge Adventurers, $265. There is a $25 dollar registration fee per person. All campers get a T-shirt.

Contact person and phone: Bennett Wong, director, 7502298 Email: camphabitat@gmail. com

ENEP’UT SUMMER PROGRAM Sponsoring organization: Enep’ut Children’s Center Ages: Kindergarten to 12 years of age ( younger children may enroll through our preschool, toddler and infant programs) Limited spot available Dates and times: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 19 to Aug. 25 Location: 1112 Hess Avenue, Fairbanks (near UAF) Brief description of program: Activities will be enjoyed outside in the sunshine in Enep’ut’s large, natural play area. Our summer program is designed to reinforce traditional school lessons through fun activ-

ities, discovery, arts and crafts, sports, and practical life skills. School age children have the opportunity to help maintain the flower and vegetable garden.

Cost: Varies based on age.

Offer Full-Time, Part - Time, Drop In options available Contact person and phone: Carrie Grafft 479-6844 Email: eneput@gmail.com

LEAF CAMPS Sponsoring Organization: Calypso Farm Ages: 5-8 and Dates and Times: Two sessions for ages 5-7: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 20-24 at Hunter Elementary and 1-4 p.m. July 18-22 at Pearl Creek Elementary. Two session for ages 8-11: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 27 to July 1 at Chinook Charter School and 1-4 p.m. July 25-29 at Woodriver Elementary Location: Elementary school gardens, see dates and times.

Brief description of program: LEAF Camps are weekling adventures in school gardens. Five fun-packed days will engage campers in a wide range of activities: tasting and cooking the garden veggies, organic gardening projects, exploring art and science in the garden and much more!

Cost $125 (Need-based scholarships available) Contact person and phone: Calypso Farm 451-0691 Email: calypsoinformation@ gmail.com, www.calypso farm.org

MIDNIGHT SUN FLY CASTERS KIDS CAMP Sponsoring organization:

Midnight Sun Fly Casters/ Trout Unlimited Ages: 9-16 Dates and times: June 4, 5, 6 Location: Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp Description: Lean how to fly fish. We teach everything from casting and know to tying flies. Plus you get to fish in the evening.

Cost: $100 Contact person and phone: Jason Rivers, 378-9687 Email: JasonRivers@BigRays. com

NORTH STAR TAEKWON-DO Sponsoring organization: North Star Taekwon-Do Ages: 5-18 Dates and times: May 12-16; Aug. 11-16 Location: Mary Siah Recreation Center Brief description of program: Class will learn the basic techniques of Taekwon-Do. Cost: $45 per session Contact person and phone: Master Preuss, 456-3484 Email: none

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GET SET...READ! (Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries Summer Reading Program) Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries Ages: 2-18 Dates and times: Sign-up anytime beginning May 23.

Programs run from May 31 through July 22.

Location: Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles St., Fairbanks; North Pole Branch Library,

656 NPHS Blvd., North Pole, and FNSB Bookmobile (various locations) Brief description of program: On Your Mark…Get Set…Read! Summer Reading Program is a free reading incentive program. Kids and teens can sign up to win prizes by reading books of their choice during the summer and enjoy eight weeks of special programs, library activities, weekly incentives and prize drawings at their local public library.

Cost: Free Contact person and phone: FNSB Public Library Youth Services Dept., 459-1052 (Susan Jones) Email: BerryRoom@fnsb library.us

‘SPROUTS’ KIDS GARDENING CLUB Sponsoring organization: Hawks Greenhouse Ages: 2-10 Dates and times: 11-11:30 a.m. April 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21; June 11, 25-July 4 Location: 2260 Old Richardson Highway, North Pole Brief description of program: April 16: Pizza/spaghetti herbs; plant a mini pizza or spaghetti herb garden. April 23: Strawberries; plant bare root, ever-bearing Quinault strawberries and harvest fresh berries later this summer. April 30: Veggie Garden; plant seeds for your own garden to harvest later in the season. May 7: Mother’s Day; plant flowers for mom and brighten her day. May 14: Sprouts in a jar; start sprouts and have a fresh snack in less than a week. May 21: Plant a teepee;

transplant sunflowers and plant beans for your own tepee fort. June 11: Hanging gardens; plant a hanging garden of flowers. May 25July 4: Fourth of July Planters; decorate for Independence Day with red, white and blue flowers.

Cost: $7.50 per day/project for materials Contact person and phone: Angie Hawks, 488-6119 Website: hawksgreenhouse. com

TYKE HIKES Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks Trails and Rivers Tour Company LLC Ages: All ages Dates and times: Tuesdays-Thursdays, starting May 24; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Location: FNSB trails Description: Family friendly, leisurely paced guided hiking on trails surrounding Fairbanks. Learn more about the abundant recreational opportunities in your backyard as well as the history and wildlife of the area. Perfect for young families, newcomers, visitors and those who want to explore the trails.

Cost: Under 3, free; 3-12, $5; adults, $7.50 Contact person and phone: Kellie O’Brien, 750-5194 Email: trailsnrivers@gmail. com

RIVERWALK EVENT Sponsoring organization: Tanana Valley Watershed Association Ages: 2 to 14 (open to the whole family) Dates and times: 1-4 SUMMERTIME » 16

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Charlie Cruse, 6, left, and Zaeli Proctor, 4, go down a slide at the end of an inflatable obstacle course on near Third Avenue and Noble Street during the Midnight Sun Festival on June 21, 2015. ERIN CORNELIUSSEN/NEWS-MINER FILE PHOTO

ON THE COVER: Top: A goat gets some love and a snack at Calypso Farm. Right: One of the young musicians in the Fairbanks Suzuki Institute. Bottom: Campers from Camp Li-Wa mug for the camera.

UAF Summer Sessions & Lifelong Learning presents

SUMMER CAMP Extravaganza

One-week, fun-filled LEARNING ADVENTURES!

Archaeology Camp with Scott Shirar Work with professional archeologists on a simulated archeological dig, examine museum artifacts, and explore the history of Alaska’s native cultures through hands-on activities. Fee: $.

under rocks, in flowers and everywhere else, we’ll collect (catch and release some, keep others) and study these fascinating many-legged tiny animals.

Fee: $.

UA Museum of the North Creativity Lab

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Art Camp with Gail Priday A week of fun, educational art experiences including drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media and sculpture. Camp concludes with an exhibition featuring student artwork.

Fee: $.

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with Luis Martinez

All cooking camps meet  Ia.m.-noon LIST at A TKitchen.

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Melody Solomon, 10, left, and Grace Dowdy, 10, right, practice their harmonicas during an American Roots Youth Workshop with Mike Stevens presented by the Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival in Elder’s Hall at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center on May 31, 2015. ERIN CORNELIUSSEN/NEWS-MINER FILE PHOTO

Japan, Spain and the USA. Learn kitchen other geological phenomena. Fee: $. safety and etiquette, food safety and presentation. Fee: $.

Junior Authors Camp Dinosaur Camp with Eric Metz LIST

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UA Museum of the North Creativity Lab

with Molly Sherman Join us for a week of writing, thinking, talking and writing some more. We will explore different genres of writing — poetry, memoir, epistolary, nature journaling and more. We will work collaboratively and independently to write as much as we can as well as we can. Fee: $.

Geocaching Camp with Katie Kennedy

Law & Order Learn about GPS technology through geocaching and other hands-on GPSFairbanks related activities. Campers will present with Mike Daku and Rob Duke Learn how to make a basic pie crust, a their own geocache to friends and Explore the criminal justice system variety of quick breads and yeast breads. family on the last day of camp. Fee: $. including forensics, the Alaska Court ST Plan on getting elbow deep into the ITLI WAfacilities System, the correctional and dough and having fun, all at the same R O L F agencies. Week-long law enforcement time. Fee: $.

CAL activities include field trips as well as hands-on learning projects with justice professionals. Fee: $.

Kids’ Cooking Camp Focus on fun with food including baking, cooking and smooshing. Grand Geology finale is an English tea on Friday for invited guests. Fee: $.

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F Learn International Cooking Workshop ALL Alaska’s insects and their Cabout relatives. Through field, forest and pond, Explore recipes from Africa, France,

with Margaret Cysewski Campers will create projects as we investigate where rocks come from, how glaciers move, how volcanoes form, and

Math Camp with Gretchen Murphy Discover fun math patterns through art, music, science and building. We’ll do a fun new project each day. This camp is for students who have mastered math skills at their grade level and would like exploration and enrichment of the curriculum. Fee: $.

Pottery Camp with Diana Berry Learn to make pots and how to decorate them during this week of fun with clay.

Artwork will be fired and presented at a student exhibition. Fee: $.

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Music Camp with Nathan Arnold Experience the excitement and fun of music through singing, dancing, composing and playing instruments.

Learn about music and how it is a part of our everyday lives through active games and play. Fee: $.

Storytelling Camp with Rob Prince Learn techniques to tell more entertaining stories. Campers will present their stories to a live audience at the end of the week. Fee: $.

Photography Camp

A limited number of CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS are available for campers who qualify for Free & Learn how a camera functions, concepts Reduced School Lunch. Scholarships of composition and post processing are made possible by a generous techniques. Students must provide their contribution from the UA College own camera. Fee: $.

Savings Plan. See application and information at the website below.

with JR Ancheta

Register at www.uaf.edu/summer/kids/

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p.m. June 11 Location: Starts at the Carlson Center and does the Riverwalk loop Brief description of program: The fifth annual Chena Riverwalk Event! A fun, educational outdoor activity walk along the Chena River with games, crafts, snacks and goodies along the way provided by local partners and sponsors. www.tvwater shed.org Cost: Donations Contact: Bryn McElroy, 374-8890 Email: Bryn.TVWA@ gmail.com

UAF is an AA/EO employer and educational institution.