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Summer Camp Guide 223 listings span day and residential offerings in 11 categories

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ooking to get the kids off the couch and out of the house over summer break?

Columbus Parent has you covered with our annual Summer Camp Guide. This year, we have 223 listings from all over Central Ohio and beyond to help families find a good fit.

Listings are grouped into Day Camps and Residential Camps, and then divided into categories: Art; Dance &

day camps :

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The Arts CastleDelaware County Cultural Arts Center: Summer Camps and Programs Ages served: 4-15 Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Camps offering visual arts, ceramics (hand building and wheel), dance, drama, handwriting, Legos, French and Spanish. Visit our website for more information.

We offer classes and programs for all ages.

Cost: $60-$215, scholarships are available. Contact the office for more details Camp location: The Arts Castle – Delaware County Cultural Arts Center, 190 W. Winter St., Delaware 43015

Cost: $300 nonmembers, $260 members (full day); $160 nonmembers, $135 for members (half day) Camp location: Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: Molly Uline-Olmstead, molly. ulineolmstead@cmaohio. org, 614-629-0339, columbusmuseum.org

run through the week of Aug. 7.

Cost: $140 to $190 per weeklong session. Details and online registration will be available in mid-March at dublinarts.org.

Camp location: Dublin Arts Council, 7125 Riverside Drive, Dublin 43016 For more information: Christine Langston, programmgr@ dublinarts.org, 614-889-7444, dublinarts.org

COSI: Science of Art Ages served: rising kindergarten to rising first grade Dates/times: 7/10-7/14, and 7/31-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Campers will enhance their knowledge of design as they discover the science behind painting, sculpture and more. Dress for a mess and prepare a place to showcase your art.

Ohio Craft Museum: Teen Summer Workshops Ages served: 12-17 Dates/times: 6/5-6/28; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

Drama; Educational Enrichment; Equestrian; Multiple Category; Music; Nature/Outdoors; STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics); Special Needs; Sports; and Traditional.

Our April issue will feature additional camp listings, and the online version of the guide will be updated one more time in early May. Deadlines for inclusion are noon March 1 (April issue) and noon April 28 (online).

So keep checking back at ColumbusParent.com/ campguide.

Ohio Craft Museum: Young Masters Summer Camp

Paper Moon Art Studio: Paper Moon Art Camp

Ages served: 6-12

Ages served: 6-15

Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 6/26-6/28, 7/10-7/12, 7/26-7/28; half day (2-5 hours)

Description: Children will make crafts that explore and expand their creativity. Five different themed weeks will be offered.

Camps run Monday to Friday.

Half-day camps are 9:30 a.m. to noon; full-day camps are 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost: $110 for half-day and $195 for full-day sessions Camp location: Ohio Craft Museum, 1665 W. Fifth Ave., Columbus 43212 For more information: Phyllis Walla-Catania, pwallacatania@ ohiocraft.org, 614-486-4402, ohiocraft.org

Paper Moon Art Studio: Paper Moon Art Camp

Ages served: 3-14

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Dates/times: 6/19-7/28; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

Dublin Arts Council: ARTcamps

Description: The Ohio Craft Museum offers young people the opportunity to explore the arts through workshops that expand their creative and critical-thinking skills using a variety of techniques and mediums. Workshops are 2.5 hours over three days and are offered in the morning (9:30 a.m. to noon) and afternoon (1-3:30 p.m.). Participants who sign up for both sessions stay for lunch.

Ages served: 6-13

Cost: $65 per session

Cost: $130

Dates/times: 6/5-8/7; hours to be determined

Camp location: Ohio Craft Museum, 1665 W. Fifth Ave., Columbus 43212

Camp location: Paper Moon Art Studio, 4145 N. High St., Columbus 43214

For more information: Phyllis Walla-Catania, pwallacatania@ ohiocraft.org, 614-486-4402, ohiocraft.org

For more information: Kristen Marra Marek, kristen@papermoon artstudio.com, 614-332-9149, papermoonartstudio.com

For more information: Diane Hodges, dhodges@artscastle. org, 740-369-2787, artscastle. org

Columbus Museum of Art: Summer Art Workshops

Description: Play, experiment and create with us. Summer Art Workshops in the Columbus Museum of Art’s JPMorgan Chase Center for Creativity encourage the exploration of ideas through imaginative play, diverse art materials and lively gallery games.

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Description: Mold or throw clay on a wheel, sculpt, draw, paint or explore acting. Content/ages served will vary by week. Half- and full-day camps begin June 5 and

Ages served: 6-15 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23, 7/318/4; half day (2-5 hours) Description: We incorporate art into nature and nature into art.

We offer walks through a ravine, land art, sculpture, mixed media, puppets, games and snacks.

Each weeklong camp will have different art experiences. The June 19-23 session runs 9 a.m. to noon. The July 31 to Aug. 4 session is 1-4 p.m.

Description: We incorporate art into nature and nature into art. We offer walks through the ravine, land art, sculpture, mixed media, puppets, games and snacks. Each three-day camp will have different art experiences.

The June 26-28 and July 26-28 sessions run 9 a.m. to noon. July 10-12 session is 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $85 Camp location: Paper Moon Art Studio, 4145 N. High St., Columbus 43214 For more information: Kristen Marra Marek, kristen@papermoon artstudio.com, 614-332-9149, papermoonartstudio.com

St. Francis DeSales High School: Sculpture

UA Arts Academy: Making Movies Camp Ages served: 11-13 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will work together as actors, directors, camera operators, editors and scriptwriters to put together commercials, music videos and more.

Students will select a genre, storyboard and film their movies.

Students will receive a link to their works at the end of August.

Cost: $275 Upper Arlington resident, $325 nonresident Camp location: Amelita Mirolo Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Lane, Upper Arlington 43220 For more information: Lynette Santoro-Au, lsantoroau@uaoh. net, 614-583-5312, uaoh.net/ culturalarts

The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology: STEAMpunk Art

Ages served: grades 4-9

Ages served: 8-11

Dates/times: 7/17-7/20; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours)

Description: Students will engage in 3-D constructions of everyday materials, learn moldmaking techniques and have the chance to get their hands dirty.

They will gain knowledge and a sense of inspiration from historical and contemporary artists.

Description: Unleash creativity and imagination during this fiveday multisensory art experience.

Glass, metal and gears will be the fuel of this maker-inspired camp.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055

For more information: Kelly Nye, nye@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/summercamps

For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

Cost: $150 members, $175 nonmembers

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day camps: dance & drama The Academy Irish Dance Co.: Intro to Irish Dance Camp Ages served: 4-12 Dates/times: 6/13-6/15, 7/18-20; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Learn the basics of Irish dance in an energetic and professional environment. Children learn basic moves from the reel to the jig and perform for the parents on the last day of camp. Both sessions are 10 a.m. to noon.

Cost: $65 through May 1, $75 afterward. Fifty percent sibling discount.

Camp location: The Academy Irish Dance Co., 6061 Chandler Court, Westerville 43082 For more information: Byron Tuttle, theacademyirishdanceco @gmail.com, 614-600-8551, theacademy-irishdance.com

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: Actors’ Thea tre of Columbus @ CSG Camp Ages served: 9-11 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will create and perform a short play, as well as rehearse scripted scenes and monologues and experience improvisation, theater games and more. The camp will culminate in a 7:30 p.m. Friday performance on the Schiller Park stage.

Cost: $200 Camp location: Columbus School for Girls, 65 S. Drexel Ave., Columbus 43209 For more information: Rachel Barends, rabarends@ columbusschoolforgirls.org, 614252-0781, columbusschoolforgirls. org/summer

Dates/times: 7/10-7/14; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will create and perform a short play, as well as rehearse scripted scenes and monologues and experience improvisation, theater games and more. The camp will culminate in a 7:30 p.m. Friday performance on the Schiller Park stage.

Cost: $200 Camp location: Columbus School for Girls, 65 S. Drexel Ave., Columbus 43209 For more information: Rachel Barends, rabarends@ columbusschoolforgirls.org, 614252-0781, columbusschoolforgirls. org/summer

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: ATC Globe School: Space Camp Kids Camp Ages served: 5-10 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will experience a week of out-ofthis-world theatrical games and plays featuring space and aliens.

Rehearse scripted scenes and experience improvisation, theater games and more. The camp will culminate in a showcase performance Friday night.

Cost: $135, two camps for $250 Camp location: Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, 1000 City Park Ave., Columbus 43206 For more information: Andy Falter, andy.falter@theactorstheatre.org, 614-444-6888, theactorstheatre. org/education

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: ATC Globe School: Adults Camp Ages served: 14-99

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: Actors’ Theatre of Columbus @ CSG Camp - Take 2 Ages served: 9-14

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Dates/times: 6/26-7/2, 7/177/23, 8/14-8/18; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Older campers will experience a summer camp of

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their own. Each night will feature a different theme (Monday, improv; Tuesday, scene study; Wednesday, character study; Thursday, rehearsal; Sunday, rehearsal and first performance).

Cost: $135, two camps for $250 Camp location: Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, 1000 City Park Ave., Columbus 43206 For more information: Andy Falter, andy.falter@theactorstheatre.org, 614-444-6888, theactorstheatre. org/education

Camp location: Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, 1000 City Park Ave., Columbus 43206 For more information: Andy Falter, andy.falter@theactorstheatre.org, 614-444-6888, theactorstheatre. org/education

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: ATC Globe School: Teens Camp Ages served: 11-18 Dates/times: 6/12-6/16, 7/17-7/21; half day (2-5 hours)

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: ATC Globe School: Improv Camp #1

Description: Campers will create and perform a short play, as well as rehearse scripted scenes and monologues and experience improv, theater games and more. Camp will culminate in a showcase at 7:30 p.m. Friday on the Schiller Park Amphitheatre stage.

Ages served: 5-18

Cost: $135, two camps for $250

Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, 1000 City Park Ave., Columbus 43206

Description: School-agers are invited for a week full of improvisation. The camp showcase on Friday will feature camp favorite games and will take place prior to ATC’s performance.

Cost: $135, two camps for $250 Camp location: Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, 1000 City Park Ave., Columbus 43206 For more information: Andy Falter, andy.falter@theactorstheatre.org, 614-444-6888, theactorstheatre. org/education

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus: ATC Globe School: Improv Camp #2 Ages served: 5-18 Dates/times: 8/7-8/11; half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: Andy Falter, andy.falter@theactorstheatre.org, 614-444-6888, theactorstheatre. org/education/

BalletMet: American Girlfriend Ages served: 6-9 Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Learn dances inspired by American Girl dolls’ characters and time periods.

Participants will express their individuality by creating a dance of their own.

Dates/times: 6/12-6/16; half day (2-5 hours)

777 Evening St., Worthington 43085

Description: Dance across the floor while mastering the moves of favorite sea creatures.

For more information: Missy Donovan, mdonovan@mcconnellarts.org, 614-431-0329, mcconnellarts.org

Cost: $145 Camp location: BalletMet, 322 Mount Vernon Ave., Columbus 43215 For more information: Kathy Wilson, kwilson@balletmet.org, 614-517-9532, balletmet.org

BalletMet: Once Upon A Sugar Plum Ages served: 4-6 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Watch as a fairy tale story unfolds on this creative and imaginative adventure.

Cost: $145 Camp location: Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington, 777 Evening St., Worthington 43085 For more information: Missy Donovan, mdonovan@ mcconnellarts.org, 614-4310329, mcconnellarts.org

BalletMet: Stars and Stripes Ages served: 3-4 Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; less than 2 hours Description: Celebrate freedom of dance at a Fourth of Julythemed camp.

Cost: $75 Camp location: Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington,

BalletMet: Time for Tea Dance Party Ages served: 4-5 Dates/times: 6/12-6/16; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Journey on a headto-toe adventure with the help of tiaras, fairy wings, tutus and more.

Cost: $145 Camp location: BalletMet, 322 Mount Vernon Ave., Columbus 43215 For more information: Kathy Wilson, kwilson@balletmet.org, 614-937-0410, balletmet.org

BalletMet/Columbus Children’s Theatre: Dancing Theatre Tales Ages served: 5-7 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Learn a classic fairy tale from BalletMet and Columbus Children’s Theatre professionals and experience a unique performance the last day of camp.

Cost: $195 Camp location: Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington, 777 Evening St., Worthington 43085

Cost: $145 Camp location: Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington, 777 Evening St., Worthington 43081

Description: We’ve added a second week of our most popular camp. School-agers are invited for a week full of improvisation. Campers will celebrate the end of summer with a week of all improv, all the time. Camp showcase on Friday night.

BalletMet: Ocean in Motion

Cost: $135, two camps for $250

Ages served: 6-7

For more information: Missy Donovan, mdonovan@ mcconnellarts.org, 614-4310329, mcconnellarts.org

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Class size is limited, so register early! www.catco.org/education/summer-camps Questions? Call 614-645-7577 | To register, call 614-719-6764

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day camps: dance & drama For more information: Missy Donovan, mdonovan@ mcconnellarts.org, 614-4310329, mcconnellarts.org

BalletMet/Columbus Children’s Theatre: Triple Threat

Cost: $195

day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: CCT Studios, 177 E. Naghten St., Columbus 43215

Description: The musical Matilda brings one of Roald Dahl’s smallest heroines to life onstage. In this camp, students will find the hero in them and take action to change their story.

For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Ages served: 8-12 Dates/times: 7/31-8/4; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Hone the skills of a triple threat: singing, dancing and acting.

Cost: $195 Camp location: Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington, 777 Evening St., Worthington 43085 For more information: Missy Donovan, mdonovan@ mcconnellarts.org, 614-4610329, mcconnellarts.org

Broadway2LA Acting Studio: Broadway2LA Summer Acting Camp Ages served: 7-17 Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: All summer acting camps include 30 hours of film and commercial acting training and an opportunity to perform local casting directors and agents. Camps are designed to improve student’s confidence, concentration and self-awareness.

Cost: $200 Camp location: Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave., Columbus 43215 For more information: Chad Willett, info@broadway2la.com, 614-572-9005, broadway2la. com

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Broadway Boot Camp Ages served: grades 1-6 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This half-day camp is perfect for beginning and intermediate performers. Students will learn fundamentals of acting, singing and dance, while developing the confidence needed to take the stage in a musical.

Cost: $199 Camp location: JCC New Albany, 150 E. Dublin Granville Road, New Albany 43054 For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Dancing to Disney Half-Day Camp Ages served: grades K-2 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This beginning-tointermediate dance class focuses on foundation techniques of jazz, tap and ballet. Students will learn choreography to popular Disney songs. 1-4 p.m.

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Diary of a Wimpy Theatre Kid Half-Day Camp Ages served: grades 3-5 Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Join Greg Heffley and his theater-making pals on an adventure through Jeff Kinney’s popular book series.

Students will explore the world of creative drama while learning theater vocabulary. 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $195 Camp location: JCC New Albany, 150 E. Dublin Granville Road, New Albany 43054 For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Geronimo Stilton Half-Day Camp Ages served: grades 1-3 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $199 Camp location: CCT Studios, 177 E. Naghten St., Columbus 43215 For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Musical Theatre Half-Day Camp Ages served: grades 7-12 Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; half day (2-5 hours) Description: In this intensive camp, students will focus on the collaboration of all three performing art forms: singing, dancing and acting. Exercising their triple threat skills, the class works in small and large groups to perform from famous musicals.

Drama Kids of North Columbus: Middle School Improv

Pan or Beauty and the Beast for a week of drama instruction.

There will be a production on Friday for friends and families.

Costumes and scripts are provided. Instruction is by Candace Mazur-Darman and staff.

Cost: $199

Ages served: 11-14

Cost: Starts at $160

Camp location: Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St., Hilliard 43026

Dates/times: 6/12-6/16; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: The Arts Castle – Delaware County Cultural Arts Center, Dublin, Westerville and Worthington

Vaud-Villities Productions: Youth Show Camp

For more information: Candace Darman, candace@dramaticimpact.com, 614-975-0134, dramatic-impact.com

Dates/times: 6/12-6/17; half-day (2-5 hours)

For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Description: Join the fastpaced world of a crime-solving mouse in this new theater camp.

Students will discover new ways to approach storytelling using the love of knowledge and justice found in the book series.

Columbus Children’s Theatre: On Broadway Half-Day Camp

Cost: $195

Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington, 777 Evening St., Worthington 43085 For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Hogwarts Summer Day Camp Ages served: grades 2-5 Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; full day (6+ hours) Description: Take a journey to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Participants will spend the week learning theatrical lore and casting dramatic spells as they build acting skills and confidence. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $305 Camp location: Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St., Hilliard 43026 For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

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Ages served: grades 5-8

Description: Students will jump into the magic of Broadway plays and musicals. They will learn songs, scenes and dances, and rise to the challenge of putting it all together for a showcase at the end of the week. 1-4 p.m.

Cost: $199 Camp location: Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St., Hilliard 43026 For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre. org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

org, 614-224-6673, columbuschildrenstheatre.org

Description: We throw the scripts out the window and create our own scenes on the spot. Improvisation is a way to be goofy, creative and dramatic while working on skills such as confidence and public speaking. Daily we learn a new set of improv skills. Final day includes a show for families. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cost: $250 Camp location: Olentangy Orange Middle School, 2680 E. Orange Road, Lewis Center 43035 For more information: Holly Hanson, holly@dknorthcolumbus. com, 740-201-1070, dramakids. com/oh1

Drama Kids of North Columbus: Mystery Playhouse Ages served: 6-11 Dates/times: 6/12-6/15; half day (2-5 hours)

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Sketch Comedy Half-Day Camp

Description: It’s a summer camp “who-done-it” filled with sleuths, clues and alibis. Campers will take on roles in a mystery and act out parts of the story, play mystery games and act out minimystery snippets.

Ages served: grades 6-9

Cost: $150

Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: Freedom Trail Elementary, 6743 Bale Kenyon Road, Lewis Center 43035

Description: A great, judgmentfree, supportive and silly environment creates the perfect storm for comedy sketch writers and performers. Students in this half-day camp will study and analyze great comedy sketches of Saturday Night Live, Second City and Mad TV. Cost: $195

For more information: Holly Hanson, holly@dknorthcolumbus. com, 740-201-1070, dramakids. com/oh1

Dramatic Impact: Beauty and the Beast and Peter Pan

Columbus Children’s Theatre: Matilda Half-Day Camp

Camp location: Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center, 5425 Center St., Hilliard 43026

Ages served: 6-15

Ages served: grades 3-5

For more information: Kati Serbu, kati@columbuschildrenstheatre.

Description: Campers can choose to focus on either Peter

Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; half

Dates/times: 6/12-8/18; full day (6+ hours)

St. Francis DeSales High School: Drama Ages served: grades 4-9 Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Students will learn the audition process and various areas of musical theater including acting, singing and dance.

They will prepare a piece from a production to showcase at the end of the week.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Lori Arnett, arnett@desales.co, 614267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

UA Arts Academy: Musical Theatre Day Camp Ages served: 11-13 Dates/times: 6/12-6/16 and 6/19-6/23; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will learn fundamentals of acting and singing. Each week takes participants through the process of putting together a production, from audition to performance. Week one is for beginning students, and week two is for intermediate/advanced students. On the final day of camp, students will present a showcase based on modern musicals such as Hamilton, Matilda and Newsies.

Cost: $275 Upper Arlington resident, $325 nonresident Camp location: Amelita Mirolo

Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Lane, Upper Arlington 43220 For more information: Lynette Santoro-Au, lsantoroau@uaoh. net, 614-583-5312, uaoh.net/ culturalarts

Ages served: 7-17

Description: Vaud-Villities Youth Show Camp is a weeklong afternoon camp where youth soak in all things theater: song, dance, tech, set design, costuming, makeup and improv.

The week ends with a full production—costumes, lighting and all.

Cost: $195 ($100 for second child in same family) Camp location: Northland Performing Arts Center, 4411 Tamarack Blvd., Columbus 43229 For more information: CJ Curtis, info@vvproductions.com, 614-442-0836, vvshows.org

Weathervane Playhouse: WYART Summer Repertory Season Ages served: 4-18 Dates/times: 6/12-8/19; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours) Description: WYART offers a variety of day camps, productions and workshops. WYART Summer Repertory Series produces three full-scale productions, each aimed at specific age groups. All are three-week sessions.

Cost: The Pale Pink Dragon, ages 4-7, half day, $200; State Fair G2K, ages 8-11, half day, $250; CATS The Musical, ages 12-18, full day, $300 Camp location: Weathervane Playhouse, 100 Price Road, Newark 43055 For more information: Weathervane Playhouse, ted@ weathervaneplayhouse.org, 740366-4616, wyart.org

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day camps:

educational enrichment

The CenTer for ArChiTeCTure And design: CAmp ArChiTeCTure/high sChool design sTudio Ages served: 8-18 Dates/times: 6/5-6/23; full day (6+ hours) Description: Camp Architecture/ High School Design Studio introduces students in grades 3-12 to the world of architecture and design through hands-on activities, field trips, walking tours, presentations by professionals and imaginative games.

Cost: Camp Architecture, grades 3-8, $325 for a one-week session; High School Design Studio, grades 9-12, $550 for a two-week session

For more information: Charity Romero Rose, agoodstart. maynard@gmail.com, 614-5993247, agoodstartmaynard.com

magazines and novels concerning various sports, the athletes who play them and their impact on American society.

Cost: $70

leArningrx Columbus: brAin CAmp Ages served: 6-10 Dates/times: 8/7-8/11; half day (2-5 hours) Description: LearningRx Brain Camp features brain training and other games and activities that use cognitive skills. Kids will work on memory, attention and problem solving challenges.

Cost: $85 Camp location: LearningRx Columbus, 6465 Reflections Drive, Suite 240, Dublin 43017

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

sT. Joseph monTessori sChool: summer leArning CAmp Ages served: 3-9 Dates/times: 6/12-7/28; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: Knowlton School of Architecture, Ohio State University, 275 W. Woodruff Ave., Columbus 43210

For more information: David O’Reilly, columbusdublin.oh@ learningrx.net, 614-726-7000, learningrx.com/columbus

For more information: Sarah Bacha, sarah-bacha@ columbuscfad.org, 614-4691973, columbuscfad.org

leArningrx Columbus: brAin Club

Cost: $350 full day, $250 half day

Ages served: 5-13

Camp location: St. Joseph Montessori School, 933 Hamlet St., Columbus 43201

ConneCTed pAThwAys eArly leArning: CAmp ConneCT Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 5/31-9/5; full day (6+ hours) Description: Camp Connect focuses on identifying and addressing children’s developmental needs both socially and academically. Concepts include assessing reading and math levels to support growth as well as developing critical-thinking skills.

Cost: $145 per week. PFCC accepted for qualified applicants.

Registration begins April 1 and ends May 12.

Camp location: 496 Havens Corners Road, Gahanna 43230; 4242 Stelzer Road, Columbus 43230; 2753 Northland Plaza Drive, Columbus 43231; 4350 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus 43224 For more information: Val Tyree, vtyree@c-pathways.com, 614414-7988, ext. 2, c-pathways. com

A good sTArT: A good sTArT Ages served: 5-6 Dates/times: 6/12-7/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: This program is designed to boost early literacy skills and prepare children who are entering kindergarten for the structure of school. There is a morning literacy focus, afternoon art, music, science, martial arts, dance, math and more.

Cost: Sliding fee scale, maximum $300. Free to eligible children living in 43202, 43201 and 43211. Financial assistance is available. Transportation provided within a limited radius.

Camp location: Maynard Avenue United Methodist Church, 2350 Indianola Ave., Columbus 43202

Dates/times: Call for specific dates; less than 2 hours Description: LearningRx Brain Club features brain training and other games and activities that use your cognitive skills. Kids will work on memory, attention and problem solving challenges.

Cost: Call for membership and program information.

Description: A truly Montessori experience taught by our faculty, this camp will give current and newly enrolled students an enriched summer experience.

For more information: Evan Boylan, 614-291-8601, sjms.net

Thurber house: Thurber summer wriTing CAmp Ages served: entering grades 2-8

Camp location: LearningRx Columbus, 6465 Reflections Drive, Suite 240, Dublin 43017

Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: David O’Reilly, columbusdublin.oh@ learningrx.net, 614-726-7000, learningrx.com/columbus

Description: This weeklong creative writing camp covers as many genres and techniques as possible for students who like to write. Go on adventures, solve mysteries, create worlds, lose yourself in poetry and laugh along the way.

ohio universiTy lAnCAsTer: Kids in College Ages served: entering grades 4-9 Dates/times: 6/12-6/30; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This is Ohio University Lancaster’s 38th year providing this program for highly motivated students. Kids in College has three one-week sessions with morning (9:30-11:30 a.m.) and afternoon (12:30-2:30 p.m.) classes.

Cost: $85, plus lab fees if applicable Camp location: Ohio University Lancaster, 1570 Granville Pike, Lancaster 43130 For more information: Maryann Lape, lape@ohio. edu, 740-681-3339, ohio. edu/lancaster/community/ kidsincollege.cfm

sT. frAnCis desAles high sChool: sporTs liTerATure Ages served: grades 4-9 Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This mini-course is designed to promote the pleasurable reading of articles,

Cost: $100 grades 2-3 for a half-day camp; $175 grades 4-8 for a full-day camp. A limited number of scholarships are available.

Camp location: Thurber Center, 91 Jefferson Ave., Columbus 43215 For more information: Meg Brown, 614-464-1032, thurberhouse.org

ymCA of CenTrAl ohio: ymCA liTTle ones CAmp Ages served: 3-5 Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This summer camp will help prepare little ones for kindergarten. The program offers five weeks each of focused literacy and math instruction alongside everyday camp activities.

Cost: $70 per week members, varies for child members and nonmembers

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day camps: equestrian booKmArK fArms: horse lover’s dAy CAmp

oTTerbein universiTy: oTTerbein equesTriAn CAmp

Ages served: 4-12

Ages served: 12-17

Dates/times: 5/29-8/21; full day (6+ hours)

Dates/times: 6/12-7/28; full day (6+ hours)

Description: The longest-running camp of its kind in Central Ohio, this is a way for kids to learn how to care for horses and other animals. Daily riding lessons with an emphasis on safety. No experience necessary.

Description: Campers will ride an hour-and-ahalf to two hours each day and learn the ins and outs of horse handling, equine nutrition, braiding, equine first aid and general horse care. Camp weeks are: June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July 10-14, July 17-21 and July 24-28.

Cost: $390 per week. Sibling and multiple-week discounts are available; see website for details.

Camp location: Bookmark Farms, 8824 Morse Road SW, Pataskala 43062 For more information: Annie Promen, bookmark farms@aol.com, 740-964-2601, bookmarkfarms. com

Cost: $450 per week Camp location: Otterbein University, Austin E. Knowlton Center for Equine Science, 600 N. Spring Road, Westerville 43081 For more information: Jill McCullough, jmccullough@otterbein.edu, 614-823-1250, otterbein.edu/summercamps

day camps : multiple categories CiTy of gAhAnnA pArKs And reCreATion: CAmp friendship Ages served: 4-16 Dates/times: 5/30-8/18; full day (6+ hours) Description: Camp is the perfect outlet for kids to be kids while developing the resiliency to successfully navigate the world around them. We provide the opportunity and support for children to grow and develop as individuals.

Cost: Varies by program. There are resident discounts, as well as early bird pricing prior to April 28. Register for all 11 weeks and get one week free.

Camp location: Camp Friendship - Adventure, 150 Oklahoma Ave., Gahanna 43230 For more information: Sara Crombie, sara.crombie@ gahanna.gov, 614-342-4250, gahanna.gov

CiTy of upper ArlingTon pArKs & reCreATion: summer dAy CAmp Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/5-8/11; full day (6+ hours) Description: Sessions are programmed to give children an outdoor summer experience and as an alternative to typical child care. Children participate in programmed recreation activities, weekly field trips, arts and crafts, games, quiet recreation, movies, swimming and library visits. Camps are 10 weeks and coincide with the Upper Arlington Schools calendar.

Cost: $390 residents, $400 nonresidents for the first 10 days. Additional days are $30.

Dates/times: 6/5-8/11; full day (6+ hours)

Zoo and Aquarium, movies and more.

Description: Columbus Academy offers co-ed day camp programs in academics, athletics and arts and sciences, as well as a family division with caregiver and young child, grown-up and child, and adult/ senior classes.

Cost: $210 per week for 10 weeks; $235 per week otherwise. Part-time rates are $177 to $105, depending on days and options. Activity fees are extra.

Cost: Varies depending on the program, age/grade and division. Average is $260 per week, though specialty camps are higher.

Camp location: Columbus Academy, 4300 Cherry Bottom Road, Gahanna 43230 For more information: summer_ experience@columbusacademy. org, 614-509-2267, columbusacademy.org/summer

Columbus reCreATion And pArKs: summer CAmps Ages served: 6-17 Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Recreation centers offer camps on numerous topics, including sports (basketball, football, hockey, tennis, track, teen strength and conditioning training), Great Art Getaway, Teen Clay Academy, Digital Dance, Lights, Camera ... Camp, public health and Columbus police and fire exploration.

Cost: $85 per week and up; nonresident fees apply. Registration begins at 10 a.m. March 18.

Camp location: Multiple sites For more information: Wendy Frantz, wmfrantz@ columbus.gov, 614-645-7000, columbusrecparks.com

Camp location: Thompson Park, Reed Road Park and Barrington Elementary School, Upper Arlington 43221

meAdow pArK Children’s CenTer: sChool-Age summer CAmp

For more information: Cheryl Hyatt, parks@uaoh.net, 614583-5300, parks.uaoh.net

Dates/times: 5/30-8/4; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Multiple locations around Central Ohio

Columbus ACAdemy: summer experienCe

For more information: 614-2241142, ymcacolumbus.org/camp

Ages served: prekindergarten through 12th grade

Ages served: 5-12

Description: In this full-day program for children in grades K-5, campers will learn new skills, connect with friends and go on weekly field trips, including swimming, the Columbus

Camp location: Meadow Park Children’s Center, 2425 Bethel Road, Columbus 43220 For more information: Judy Smith, jsmth@meadowpark.org, 614-451-8814, meadowpark. org

oAKsTone ACAdemy: summer CAmps Ages served: ages 8-18 (grades 3-12) Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours) Description: Oakstone Academy offers an array of summer opportunities. Students can participate in sports camps, art camps, graphic design camps, theater camps and more. We have openings for peer models in our middle and high school camps. Dates vary according to the type of camp being offered.

Cost: Varies by camp type and length.

Camp location: Oakstone Academy, 939 S. State St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Eddie Napier, enapier@ccde.org, 614865-0400, ccde.org

premier AT sAwmill AThleTiC Club: premier AT sAwmill summer CAmps Ages served: 5-12 Dates/times: 6/5-8/11; full day (6+ hours) Description: Looking for something fun—and healthy—for your youngster to explore over the summer? We keep kids active and entertained through gym games, crafts, swimming and special guests, with a different theme each week.

Cost: $160 to $180 members, $190 to $210 nonmembers

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day camps : music

day camps : multiple category Camp location: Premier at Sawmill, 3111 Hayden Road, Columbus 43235 For more information: Erika Pettijohn, epettijohn@premierat sawmill.com, 614-336-2582, ext. 136, premieratsawmill.com

Preservation Parks of Delaware County: time travelers CamP Ages served: 9-11 Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: Step into the Preservation Parks time machine as we set the clock for a trip back to 1930s rural Delaware County.

Learn heritage crafts, explore radio theater and more while learning the history of Delaware County. Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

day (2-5 hours)

ymCa of Central oHio: ymCa of Central oHio Day CamPs

Cost: $70

Ages served: grades 1-11

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Dates/times: 5/30-8/18; full day (6+ hours)

For more information: Sarah Gantz, gantz@desales.co, 614267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

tHe wellington sCHool: wellington summer Program Ages served: 4-18

Cost: $150. Registration is required by July 3 at preservationparks.com.

Dates/times: 6/12-8/11; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: Gallant Farm, 2150 Buttermilk Hill Road, Delaware 43015

Description: Camps are offered in academics, athletics, early childhood, performance and fine arts, and STEM for children in grades pre-K to 12. Extended-day care is available before and after camps.

For more information: Saundra McBrearty, saundras@preservation parks.com, 740-524-8600, ext. 6, preservationparks.com

st. franCis Desales HigH sCHool: sHine CamP Ages served: grades 1-9 Dates/times: 6/12-6/15; half

For more information: Phil Gross, gross@wellington.org, 614-324-1673, wellington.org/ summer

Description: Campers will learn habits for healthy, happy living such as time and stress management, goal setting and personal development. Pinterest will come alive with daily activities of cooking, crafting and creativity.

Cost: Varies from camp to camp.

Contact the Summer Program Office for more information.

Camp location: The Wellington School, 3650 Reed Road, Columbus 43220

Description: The YMCA offers themed sports, specialty and traditional camps such as Mad Scientist, Time Traveler, Super Hero and Treasure Hunters. Before- and after-care is available.

ACA accredited.

Cost: $125 members, $145 youth/child members, $165 nonmembers per week. Teen/ specialty fees may differ. Before/ after- care has an additional charge. TANF, Title XX and financial assistance are available.

Camp location: 20 sites around Central Ohio For more information: 614-2241142, ymcacolumbus.org/camp

ymCa of Central oHio: ymCa teen extreme CamP Ages served: entering grades 7-9

young CHefs aCaDemy: CamP Can-i-Cook witH young CHefs aCaDemy

CaPriCCio youtH CHoir: summer institute

Ages served: 4-15

Dates/times: 7/25-7/26; full day (6+ hours)

Dates/times: 6/5-8/11; half day (2-5 hours) Description: At Camp CanI-Cook, kids of all ages gain culinary skills, form new friendships, try original recipes and create memories to utilize and last a lifetime. All classes are hands-on.

Cost: KinderCooks ages 4-7, $80; Junior Chefs ages 6-10, $150; Senior Chefs ages 1115, $150. Early bird and sibling discounts are available.

Camp location: 425 Beecher Road, Suite E, Gahanna 43230 For more information: Jill Jacobs, gahannaoh@ youngchefsacademy.com, 614-933-9700, gahannaoh. youngchefsacademy.com

youtH yoga ProjeCt: Csg summer Programs: sHanti girls yoga retreat Ages served: 9-15

Dates/times: 5/30-8/18; full day (6+ hours)

Dates/times: 7/3-7/7; full day (6+ hours)

Description: Teen Extreme includes excursions and adventures such as completing an obstacle course, cooking a meal, solving puzzles and hanging out with friends.

Description: Join us for a girlsonly yoga retreat. Participants will practice yoga, enjoy nature, make new friends, get creative with yoga-inspired projects and reflect on and discuss issues important to girls.

Cost: $145 per week for members. Rates vary by location for youth members and nonmembers. Financial assistance is available. Title XX and TANF accepted.

Camp location: Grove City, Hilliard, Jerry L. Garver, Powell and North YMCAs For more information: 614-2241142, ymcacolumbus.org/camp

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Cost: $380 Camp location: Columbus School for Girls, 65 S. Drexel Ave., Columbus 43209 For more information: Lauren Greenspan, youthyogaproject@ gmail.com, 614-638-3322, columbusschoolforgirls.org/ summer

Ages served: entering grades 2-12

For more information: Christian Howes, chris@christianhowes. com, 614-332-8689, christianhowes.com/education/ creative-strings-workshop/ csw-youth-program

Description: A fun opportunity for singers of all levels to experience great choral music and improve music theory and vocal skills. Directed by CYC directors and guest choral directors, the camp concludes with a performance.

tHe oHio state university sCHool of musiC: jazz CamP

Cost: $50 for non-CYC singers, $25 for CYC singers. Tuition can be applied to choir tuition if the student joins Capriccio Youth Choir. Registration deadline is July 14.

Description: Intermediate to advanced jazz students receive a comprehensive experience that provides individual growth and skill enhancement. Activities include lectures, master classes, combo sessions, big-band rehearsals and the Ohio State campus experience.

Camp location: St. Andrew Christian Church, 1985 Swansford Drive, Dublin 43016 For more information: Alyson Bates, capriccioyouthchoir@ yahoo.com, 740-641-5864, capricciocolumbus.org/ youth-choir

Columbus CHilDren’s CHoir: summer singers Ages served: entering grades 3-9 Dates/times: 6/4-6/10 (grades 6-9), 6/19-6/23 (grades 3-5); full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours) Description: The day camps offer an opportunity for children to develop musical skills in a fast-paced choral setting.

The programs welcome singers with treble, unchanged voices at all levels of experience.

Cost: $155 (grades 3-5), $295 (grades 6-9). Needbased financial assistance is available.

Camp location: Columbus Children’s Choir, 760 E. Broad St., Columbus 43205 (grades 3-5); Weigel Hall, Ohio State University, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 (grades 6-9) For more information: Kerry Haberkern, kerry@columbus childrenschoir.org, 614-2205555, columbuschildrenschoir. org/summer-singers (grades 3-5); Zachary Dierickx, youthsummermusic@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu. edu/summer-singers (grades 6-9)

Creative strings: Creative strings worksHoP Ages served: 10-18 Dates/times: 7/3-7/7; half day (2-5 hours) Description: The Creative Strings Workshop Youth Program provides an opportunity for string players to study fiddle styles, blues, rock, world music and jazz with master artists from around the world. We also offer a weeklong overnight camp for teens playing at a more advanced level.

Cost: $145 Camp location: Sanborn Hall at Ohio Wesleyan University, 23 Elizabeth St., Delaware 43015

Ages served: grade 10 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/11-6/15; full day (6+ hours)

Cost: $395 Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummer music@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/jazz-camp

tHe oHio state university sCHool of musiC: miDDle sCHool ConCert banD aCaDemy Ages served: grades 7-9 Dates/times: 6/25-6/30; full day (6+ hours) Description: Designed for middle-level musicians to enrich their understanding of music in a noncompetitive, weeklong program. Large group rehearsals, instrument master classes, electives and performance.

Cost: $295 Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummer music@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/msbandacademy

tHe oHio state university sCHool of musiC: morning string stuDent worksHoP Ages served: grades 4-9 Dates/times: 6/12-6/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This daily workshop offers motivational hands-on training in technique and aural skill development, participation in chamber music ensembles and large orchestra rehearsals in a noncompetitive atmosphere.

One year of experience required.

Cost: $285 Camp location: Steinbrenner Band Center - Ohio Stadium, 1961 Tuttle Park Place, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummer music@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/morning-strings

ThisWeekNews.com The Ohio State University School of Music: Saxophone Camp Ages served: grade 9 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/18-6/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: Participants will work directly with Ohio State faculty and students in group activities, chamber ensembles, large ensemble and private lessons and get the campus experience.

Cost: $325 Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummer music@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/saxophone-camp

Otterbein University: Summer Music Experience Ages served: 14-17 Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; full day (6+ hours) Description: For string players (violin, viola, cello, bass), guitar-

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For more information: Gwendolyn Rehm, rehm@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

Cost: $400

UA Arts Academy: Camp Rock

Camp location: Otterbein University, Battelle Fine Arts Center, 170 W. Park St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Jill McCullough, jmccullough@otterbein. edu, 614-823-1250, otterbein. edu/summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Choir Ages served: grades 4-9 Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Students will learn basics of choral singing and explore various genres of music. They will prepare concert pieces throughout the week and showcase their talents with a final concert.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Ages served: 13-17 Dates/times: 7/10-7/14; full day (6+ hours) Description: Learn from some of Columbus’ finest musicians how to perform like a superstar.

We cover performance, basic notation and tablature, stage presence and style, rhythm, harmony, songwriting and microphone techniques. One-on-one and group lessons will be offered for each instrument, including vocals. No experience necessary. Student performance on Thursday.

Cost: $275 resident, $325 nonresident Camp location: Amelita Mirolo Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Lane, Upper Arlington 43220 For more information: Lynette Santoro-Au, lsantoroau@uaoh. net, 614-583-5312, uaoh.net/ culturalarts

WeJoySing: Heart Strings Ages served: 1 month to 5 years Dates/times: 6/5-8/5; less than 2 hours Description: Discover how your baby/toddler/preschooler learns and grows through researchbased, developmentally appropriate musical play. Sing, laugh, dance and play instruments as you learn together. Class is limited to 12 children and guardians. Summer I is June 5 to July 1. Summer II is July 10 to Aug. 5.

Cost: $50 per four-week session.

Classes meet once a week for 30 minutes.

Camp location: 165 N. Parkview Ave., Bexley 43209; 5600 Post Road, Dublin 43017; 5161 Forrest Drive, New Albany 43054; Pickerington, 235 Diley Road N., Pickerington 43147; 4739 W. Powell Road, Powell 43065; 1340 Fishinger Road, Upper Arlington 43221

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For more information: Amy Hirth, wejoysing@wejoysing.com, 614868-0107, wejoysing.com

day camps : nature/outdoors Columbus Recreation and Parks: Discover Boating Ages served: 10-18

For more information: George Shaw, gwshaw@columbus.gov, 614-645-6122, columbus.gov/ recreationandparks/programs/ discover-boating-program

Dates/times: 6/12-8/11; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This weeklong learnto-sail camp teaches participants the beginning skills of sailing. We also include some basic canoeing training. Camp runs from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Columbus Recreation and Parks, Outdoor Education: Camp Terra

Cost: $100 residents, $110 nonresidents. Transportation is available for $20 from the Columbus Aquatics Center and limited to 10 campers each week.

Description: Give children the opportunity to connect with nature this summer. Campers spend the day outdoors playing games, building forts and getting dirty.

Camp location: Discover Boating, 9610 Riverside Drive, Powell 43065

Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/12-8/18; full day (6+ hours)

Cost: $125 per session residents, $140 nonresidents

Where Dance is the Ultimate Expression

Ballet Jazz Tap Lyrical Hip-Hop Musical Theatre

Ages 3-Adult

614.313.3773 • www.kstudiodance.com 1152 Kenny Centre Mall, Columbus

Camp location: Antrim Park Shelter House, 5800 Olentangy River Road, Columbus 43085 For more information: outdoor education@columbus.gov, 614645-3380, columbusrecparks. com

Columbus Recreation and Parks, Outdoor Education: Camp Terra Preschool Ages served: 4-5 Dates/times: 6/12-8/18; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Give children the opportunity to connect with nature this summer. Campers spend the day outdoors playing games, building forts and getting dirty.

Cost: $60 per session residents, $75 nonresidents Camp location: Antrim Park Shelter House, 5800 Olentangy River Road, Columbus 43085 For more information: outdoor education@columbus.gov, 614645-3380, columbusrecparks. com

Columbus Recreation and Parks, Outdoor Education: Camp Walnut Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/12-8/18; full day (6+ hours) Description: Give children the opportunity to connect with nature this summer. Campers

Columbus DanceArts Academy

Providing care to individuals and families with mental health and developmental disorders to be able to live, work, and thrive in their community.

www.stepbystepacademy.org 445 E. Dublin-Granville Rd Worthington OH, 43085 T: (614) 436-7837 F: (614) 436-8704 Email@stepbystepacademy.org

Engaging Children in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

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*Summer camps for Grades 1+ *Classes start June 5, 2017 through August 18, 2017 (11 Weeks) *All classes taught by professional educators *Classes conveniently located at the Shops at Worthington Place *Discounts offered for siblings and referrals *Not a franchise, locally owned and operated by STEM professional *We teach math in fun and engaging ways. Use the summer to build your child’s confidence in math through our summer camps

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Princess Elsa & Friends ~ Pop Star ~ Super Hero ~ Musical Theater ~ Hip Hop & Break Dancing ~ More!

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** Diverse programming - Game programming, App Development, Programming Drones and Robots, Vex and Lego Robotics, Stop-motion Animation, Engineering, Science, Writing, Start-up Entrepreneurship, Math, and more ** Also offering pre-foundations to engineering camp for high school students on the STEM track ** Also offering only girls coding classes

www.stem-u.com 614-407-4666 info@stem-u.com

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day camps : nature/outdoors spend the day outdoors playing games, building forts and getting dirty.

Cost: $125 per session residents, $140 nonresidents Camp location: Big Walnut Park Shelter House, 5000 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus 43227 For more information: outdoor education@columbus.gov, 614645-3380, columbusrecparks. com

Columbus Recreation and Parks, Outdoor Education: Indian Village Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/12-8/18; full day (6+ hours) Description: Give children the opportunity to connect with nature this summer. Campers spend the day outdoors playing games, building forts and getting dirty.

Cost: $125 per session residents, $140 nonresidents Camp location: McKnight Outdoor Education Center, 3200 Indian Village Road, Columbus 43221 For more information: outdoor education@columbus.gov, 614645-3380, columbusrecparks. com

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Summer Experience

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: ZooKids

Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours)

Ages served: age 3 to kindergarten

Description: This camp is perfect for an aspiring naturalist, veterinarian, scientist, animal caretaker, wildlife biologist and anyone who has a passion for working with animals and nature.

Dates/times: 6/5-8/11; half day (2-5 hours) Description: ZooKids experience the wonders of animals in a safe and socially interactive environment. Campers explore the zoo, engage in special experiences and create an art project. Summer topics are Backyard Animals, Exploring Your Senses, Animal Homes and Dinos.

Cost: $95 members, $105 nonmembers. Early bird rates through May 15. One-day classes also are available for $30 members, $35 nonmembers.

Camp location: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell 43065 For more information: edu class@columbuszoo.org, 614645-3488, columbuszoo.org

Ohio Wildlife Center: Owlets: Young Scientists Ages served: 4-6 Dates/times: 7/5-7/26; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Interactive stations keep explorers busy and engaged in small groups with dedicated counselors. Owlets will help Compass, the map turtle, choose the perfect colors for one of his paintings.

Ages served: rising grades 1-7

Cost: $110

Dates/times: 6/5-8/11; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Ohio Wildlife Center, 6131 Cook Road, Powell 43065

Description: Explore all of the zoo’s regions and get an in-depth opportunity to learn about our natural world. Campers participate in a variety of activities designed to promote awareness of our environment. Topics range from Dinos to Zoo Careers.

For more information: Jilli Etzkorn, education@ohiowildlife center.org, 614-734-9453, ohio wildlifecenter.org/learn-with-us/ wildlife-day-camp

Cost: $185 members, $195 nonmembers. Early bird rates through May 15.

Ohio Wildlife Center: Spring Day Camp

Camp location: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell 43065

Dates/times: 3/29-3/29; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: edu class@columbuszoo.org, 614645-3488, columbuszoo.org

Description: Join us for a day of nature-centered activities at our 20-acre Education Center. There will be crafts, animal encounters, animal care, citizen science activities, bird watching and identification and more.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Zoo Teen Camp Ages served: rising grades 8-10 Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Explore interests, make friends, create lifelong memories and connect with wildlife in a whole new way. Choose from Lights, Camera, Action Camp; Art Studio Camp; and Zoo Game Designer Camp.

Cost: $250 to $275 members, $275 to $285 nonmembers.

Early bird rates through May 15.

Camp location: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell 43065 For more information: edu class@columbuszoo.org, 614645-3488, columbuszoo.org

Ages served: 4-12

Cost: Owlet (ages 4-6), 9 a.m. to noon, $35; WildCare (ages 7-12), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $60 Camp location: Ohio Wildlife Center, 6131 Cook Road, Powell 43065 For more information: Jilli Etzkorn, education@ohiowild lifecenter.org, 614-734-9453, ohiowildlifecenter.org/learn-withus/spring-day-camp-registration

Ohio Wildlife Center: Wild Academy: Wildlife Citizen Scientists - Acting Locally Thinking Globally for Wildlife Ages served: 13-16

Cost: $295 Camp location: Ohio Wildlife Center, 6131 Cook Road, Powell 43065 For more information: Jilli Etzkorn, education@ohiowild lifecenter.org, 614-734-9453, ohiowildlifecenter.org/learn-withus/wildlife-day-camp

Ohio Wildlife Center: Wild Care: Wildlife Scientists - Acting Locally for Wildlife Ages served: 7-12 Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Campers will explore our 20-acre sanctuary and help collect information for local scientific research, such as getting their hands wet at our study pond and helping with the daily care and enrichment for some of the 55+ animal ambassadors.

Cost: $295 Camp location: Ohio Wildlife Center, 6131 Cook Road, Powell 43065 For more information: Jilli Etzkorn, education@ohiowild lifecenter.org, 614-734-9453, ohiowildlifecenter.org/learn-withus/wildlife-day-camp

day camps : For more information: Saundra McBrearty, saundras@ preservationparks.com, 740-524-8600, ext. 6, preservationparks.com

Preservation Parks of Delaware County: Outdoor Adventurers Camp Ages served: 10-year-olds Dates/times: 7/10-7/14; full day (6+ hours) Description: Campers will fish, hike, learn survival skills, climb a rock wall and go horseback riding, among other activities. Camp is based at Deer Haven Park, but we will travel to other locations. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

YMCA of Central Ohio: Camp Can Do Ages served: 6-21 Dates/times: 6/5-6/30; half day (2-5 hours) Description: The YMCA and ECRN+ invite your child to participate and enjoy Camp Can Do. This camp is tailored for children and young adults with moderate to intensive special

AmeriCheer: Groovin’ and Movin’ Camp

Camp location: Deer Haven Park, 4183 Liberty Road, Delaware 43015

Description: Campers will learn dances, dance techniques and have an overall dance party.

There will be a show for parents at the end of camp.

For more information: Saundra McBrearty, saundras@ preservationparks.com, 740-524-8600, ext. 6, preservationparks.com

Recreation Unlimited Farm and Fun Inc.: Recreation Unlimited Ages served: 5-22 Dates/times: 7/3-8/4; full day (6+ hours)

Ages served: 8-year-olds

Cost: $325

Dates/times: 6/12-6/14; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Recreation Unlimited, 7700 Piper Road, Ashley 43003 For more information: Chris Link, info@recreationunlimited. org, 740-548-7006, recreation unlimited.org

Dates/times: Call for specific dates; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $65 for three half days Camp location: AmeriCheer, 20 Collegeview Road, Westerville 43081 For more information: Heather Williams, hwilliams@americheer. com, 614-898-1000, ext. 21, americheer.com

AmeriCheer: Let’s Cheer Camp Ages served: 5-18 Dates/times: Call for specific dates; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will learn how to perfect motions and jumps. Cheer along with sidelines and cheers. We also will learn a cheer dance to perform at the end of camp.

Cost: $65 for three half days Camp location: AmeriCheer, 20 Collegeview Road, Westerville 43081 For more information: Heather Williams, hwilliams@americheer. com, 614-898-1000, ext. 21, americheer.com

Camp location: Shale Hollow Park, 6320 Artesian Run, Lewis Center 43035

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AmeriCheer: TumbleMania Camp

For more information: Saundra McBrearty, saundras@ preservationparks.com, 740-524-8600, ext. 6, preservationparks.com

Ages served: 4-7

Ages served: 5-18

Dates/times: 7/17-7/21, 7/24-7/28, 7/31-8/4; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: Call for specific dates; half day (2-5 hours)

Preservation Parks of Delaware County: Habitat Trekkers Ages served: 9-year-olds Dates/times: 6/8, 7/9, 8/10; full day (6+ hours) Description: Join us for three different one-day camps to learn about woodland, water and prairie habitats. Check our website for more information about each session.

Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $30 per camp. Registration is due two weeks before each date at preservationparks.com.

Camp location: Deer Haven Park, 4183 Liberty Road, Delaware 43015

Description: Imagine children building a wooden bridge of their own design deep in the woods, pulling up fresh carrots from the garden to feed an alpaca a snack, or crafting flying contraptions out of simple recycled materials before launching them.

Cost: July 17-July 21, Storybook Camp, $200; July 24-July 28, Barefoot and Buckets Camp, $200; July 31- Aug. 4, Friends in the Wild Camp, $195 Camp location: Harvest Hills Farm, 679 Hills Miller Road, Delaware 43015 For more information: Krista Seibert, timbernookcentralohio@ gmail.com, 614-204-8856, timbernook.com

needs. Participants will be with experienced teachers to meet the needs of every camper.

Cost: $125 per week members, $145 youth/child members, $165 nonmembers Camp location: Hilliard, Gahanna, Grove City, Pickaway County and Powell For more information: 614389-3880

day camps : sports Ages served: 5-18

Preservation Parks of Delaware County: Epoch Explorers Camp

Cost: $90. Register by May 29 at preservationparks.com.

special needs

Cost: $150. Registration is required by June 27 at preservationparks.com.

Description: The mission of Recreation Unlimited is to provide year-round programs for individuals with disabilities in sports, recreation and education while building self-confidence, self-esteem and promoting positive human relations, attitudes and behaviors.

Description: Cool off this summer as we plunge into the past.

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Description: Tumble Mania Camps are for beginner through advanced students. We will focus on the beginning skills of cartwheels, round-offs and walkovers through back handsprings and tucks in the advanced camps.

Cost: $65 for three half days Camp location: AmeriCheer, 20 Collegeview Road, Westerville 43081 For more information: Heather Williams, hwilliams@americheer. com, 614-898-1000, ext. 21, americheer.com

Description: Campers will learn all about skating, hockey and even how we make and take care of an ice rink. Participants get a skating lesson each day and participate in other ice-related activities. Camp Chiller runs weekly throughout the summer and is open to all skill levels.

Cost: $175 (Easton is an additional cost because it is registered through Columbus Academy and is a full-day camp from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Camp location: Chiller Ice Rinks in Easton, Dublin and Lewis Center For more information: Pam Morlan, pmorlan@thechiller. com, 614-791-9999, ext. 156, thechiller.com/campchiller

Columbus Gymnastics Academy: Gymnastics and Activities Camp Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Campers will participate in gymnastics in the morning and activities in the afternoon, including bowling, swimming, putt-putt and park trips.

Cost: $180 per week, $108 for July 5-7 Camp location: Columbus Gymnastics Academy, 6810 Thrush Drive, Canal Winchester 43147 For more information: 614575-9557, cgagymnastics.com

Columbus Gymnastics Academy: Gymnastics or Activities Camp Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Gymnastics camp, scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon, is a week of gymnastics, trampoline, games and more. Activities camp, which is 12:30-4 p.m., includes activities such as bowling, putt-putt and swimming.

Cost: $85 per week for gymnastics camp, $90 for activities camp

Ages served: 4-11

Camp location: Columbus Gymnastics Academy, 6810 Thrush Drive, Canal Winchester 43110

Dates/times: 6/5-8/18; half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: 614575-9557, cgagymnastics.com

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Cost: $150

Ages served: 6-12

For more information: Kirsta Cobb, ktcobb@owu.edu, 614980-5614, kirstacobbvolleyball camps.com

Dates/times: 6/19-23, 7/1014, 7/31-8/4; half day (2-5 hours)

Otterbein University: Cardinal Basketball Camp

Description: Campers will participate in gymnastics, martial arts, an obstacle course, games and more from 9 a.m. to noon.

These weeks can be combined with activities camp to make a full day.

Ages served: entering grades 3-8

For more information: Brandon Koons, bkoons@ otterbein.edu, 614-823-1077, otterbeincardinals.com, click on Camps & Clinics

Description: Boys basketball day camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Otterbein University: Cardinal Youth Soccer Camps

Cost: $85

Cost: $225

Ages served: 8-14

Camp location: Columbus Gymnastics Academy, 6810 Thrush Drive, Canal Winchester 43110

Camp location: Rike Center, 160 Center St., Westerville 43081

Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: Brian Oilar, boilar@otterbein.edu, 614823-1844, otterbeincardinals. com, click on Camps & Clinics

Description: This youth soccer camp for boys and girls focuses on play within a team and the tactics of soccer.

For more information: 614575-9557, cgagymnastics.com

Columbus Gymnastics Academy: Tumble Katz

Dates/times: 6/12-6/15, 7/24-7/27; full day (6+ hours)

Otterbein University: Cardinal Elite Camp Ages served: entering grades 9-12

Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 8/5-8/5; half day (2-5 hours)

Description: In these weeklong sessions, campers will participate in music, parachute, trampoline, hoops, bean bags, bubbles and more. Two sessions: 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m.

Description: This boys basketball camp concentrates on skill work and simulation of a college practice.

Camp location: Columbus Gymnastics Academy, 6810 Thrush Drive, Canal Winchester 43110 For more information: 614575-9557, cgagymnastics.com

Goldfish Swim School: Jump Start Swim Clinics Ages served: 3-13 Dates/times: 6/5-7/29; less than 2 hours Description: These clinics are specially designed for families looking to get their kids waterready in a hurry. Jump Start Clinics focus on everything from teaching fundamentals of water safety to fine-tuning stroke technique.

Cost: $105 for five consecutive days of 30-minute lessons.

Sibling discounts are offered.

Camp location: Goldfish Swim School, 6175 Shamrock Court, Suite G, Dublin 43017; 765 Brooksedge Blvd., Westerville 43081 For more information: swimdublin@goldfishss. com or swimwesterville@ goldfishss.com, 614-407-3474, goldfishswimschool.com

Ohio Wesleyan University: Kirsta Cobb Volleyball Camps Ages served: 5-19 Dates/times: 6/17-7/26; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $75 Camp location: Otterbein University Rike Center, 160 Center St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Travis Schomaeker, travis.schomaeker@ otterbein.edu, 614-823-1886, otterbeincardinals.com, click on Camps & Clinics

Camp location: Memorial Stadium, 180 Center St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Brandon Koons, bkoons@ otterbein.edu, 614-823-1077, otterbeincardinals.com, click on Camps & Clinics

Ages served: entering grades K-2 Dates/times: 6/5-6/7; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This camp will be held from 9 a.m. to noon.

For more information: Brian Oilar, boilar@otterbein.edu, 614823-1844, otterbeincardinals. com, click on Camps & Clinics

Otterbein University: Cardinal Tennis Camp Ages served: 8 and older Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This is a beginner and advanced boys and girls tennis camp.

Cost: $110 Camp location: Otterbein University, 1 S. Grove St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Tyler Stephen, tstephen@ otterbein.edu, 614-562-4399, otterbeincardinals.com, click on Camps & Clinics

Description: We provide volleyball camps that range in skill level and age level and are open to both boys and girls.

Cost: $95 for skill camps, $40 for positional camp, $80 for elite camp

Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; half day (2-5 hours)

Ages served: 8-14

Description: This youth soccer camp for boys and girls focuses on individual technical development.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park: Mini SkyCamp Ages served: 6-8 Dates/times: 6/20-6/22, 7/11-7/13; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This camp features exercise and activities, including open trampoline jumping, Ultimate Dodgeball, age-appropriate SkyRobics, games, activities and crafts. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $99, 10 percent discount for siblings

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Boys Basketball II Ages served: grades 7-9 Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This Stallions basketball camp is an opportunity to increase overall basketball skill levels and knowledge of the game. Campers will also compete in 1-on-1, 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 tournaments.

Ages served: 12-16 Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; full day (6+ hours) Description: Master the fundamentals, develop proper mechanics and gain valuable game play experience. Camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $240 Camp location: Rike Center, 160 Center St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Monica Wright, mmcdonald@ otterbein.edu, 614-823-3534, ussportscamps.com/volleyball/ nike/otterbein-university-nikevolleyball-camp

Otterbein University: Men’s Soccer High School Team Camp Ages served: grades 9-12 Dates/times: 7/7-7/9; full day (6+ hours) Description: This is a commuter or overnight team camp.

Cost: $175 per player, $250 if staying overnight Camp location: Memorial Stadium, 180 Center St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Jason Griffiths, jgriffiths@

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

Sky Zone Trampoline Park: SkyCamp

St. Francis DeSales High School: Boys Lacrosse

Description: Spend a week with the coaching staff and players of St. Francis DeSales. Campers will be instructed on basic fundamentals of offense, defense and special teams by position. Heads up tackling and other safety techniques will be emphasized.

Description: Boys will focus on the fundamentals to build their game with new drills, games and skills.

Otterbein University: Girls Nike Volleyball Camp

Cost: $70

St. Francis DeSales High School: Football

Description: This camp features exercise and activities, including open trampoline jumping, Ultimate Dodgeball, age-appropriate SkyRobics, games, activities and crafts. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

For more information: Monica Wright, mmcdonald@otterbein. edu, 614-823-3534, ussports camps.com/volleyball/nike/ otterbein-university-nike-volleyball-camp

Description: All campers will learn motions, jumps, chants and a dance during this four-day session led by DeSales cheerleaders. On the last day of camp, the girls will showcase their new skills in a team performance.

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

Ages served: 7-12

Camp location: Rike Center, 160 Center St., Westerville 43081

Dates/times: 7/10-7/13; half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: Shelby Case, sales43035@skyzone.com, 740-548-4004, skyzone.com/ columbus

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Ages served: grades 4-9

Description: Master the fundamentals, develop proper mechanics and gain valuable game play experience. Camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ages served: grades 1-8

Cost: $70

Dates/times: 6/27-6/30, 7/18-7/21, 8/8-8/11; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 7/6-7/8; full day (6+ hours)

St. Francis DeSales High School: Cheerleading

Camp location: Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 459 Orange Point Drive, Suite E, Lewis Center 43035

Otterbein University: Girls Nike Volleyball Camp

Cost: $100 Camp location: Rike Center, 160 Center St., Westerville 43081

otterbein.edu, 614-823-3524, otterbeincardinals.com, click on Camps & Clinics

Ages served: 8-12

Cost: $180

Otterbein University: Cardinal Kids Basketball Camp

Otterbein University: Cardinal Youth Soccer Camps

Camp location: Ohio Wesleyan University, 61 S. Sandusky St., Delaware 43015

Camp location: Memorial Stadium, 180 Center St., Westerville 43081

Cost: $150

Ages served: 3-6

Cost: $90 per week, $54 for July 5-7

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Cost: $129, 10 percent discount for siblings Camp location: Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 459 Orange Point Drive, Suite E, Lewis Center 43035 For more information: Shelby Case, sales43035@skyzone.com, 740-548-4004, skyzone.com/ columbus

St. Francis DeSales High School: Baseball Ages served: grades 4-9 Dates/times: 6/12-6/15; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Baseball players will receive group and individual instruction on all skill aspects of the game from St. Francis DeSales coaching staff and players. No prior baseball training is needed.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Boys Basketball I Ages served: grades 3-6 Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; half day (2-5 hours) Description: This Stallion basketball camp is an opportunity to increase overall basketball skill levels and knowledge of the game. Campers will also compete in 1-on-1, 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 tournaments.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Boys Soccer Ages served: grades 1-9

Ages served: grades 1-8 Dates/times: 7/10-7/13; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Girls Basketball I Ages served: grades 1-6 Dates/times: 6/12-6/15; half day (2-5 hours)

Description: Technical and individual skills instruction will include small sided games where technical skills meet game-like conditions.

Description: This Stallions basketball camp is an opportunity to meet and learn from coaches and players as well as increase students’ overall basketball skill level and knowledge of the game.

Campers also will participate in competitions.

Cost: $70

Cost: $70

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Boys Volleyball

St. Francis DeSales High School: Girls Basketball II

Ages served: grades 4-9

Ages served: grades 7-9

Dates/times: 7/10-7/13; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 6/12-6/15; half day (2-5 hours)

Description: This camp is focused on teaching the fundamentals of volleyball: passing, setting, serving and attacking.

All experience levels can benefit from the instruction and technique drills.

Description: This Stallions basketball camp is an opportunity to meet and learn from coaches and players as well as increase students’ overall basketball skill level and knowledge of the game. Campers also will participate in competitions.

Cost: $70

Cost: $70

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; half day (2-5 hours)

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2 Annual Camp & Activities Expo set for February 26 nd

Don’t miss the second annual Columbus Parent and ThisWeek Community News Camp & Activities Expo. It will take place from noon to 5:00pm, Sunday, February 26 at The Shops at Worthington Place, 7227 High Street, Worthington.

This FREE event will showcase exhibitors offering a variety of camps, classes and activities for kids and teens to partcipate in this summer. Come to the expo and get all of your questions answered directly from the owners and camp directors. Many will have specials and early registration discounts — only offered at the Camp & Activites Expo. Don’t miss out!!

Come see a full day of performances, demonstrations and contests on the Grand Prix Karting main stage. Pick up a goody bag courtesy of Learning RX. Fill out the event passport from the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland and be entered to win some great prizes such as a gift card to the mall, Sky Zone passes, Lazer Kraze gift card and more!

Enjoy the Awesome Family Entertainment Fun Zone with games, prizes, photo booth and more.

Admission and parking are FREE. Come for the f-u-n and learn more about the wonderful camps and activities throughout central Ohio. This is an event you don’t want to miss!

FREE EVENT! Open to everyone!

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St. Francis DeSales High School: Softball

Ages served: grades 4-9

Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Organized drills for beginners to more advanced players. The emphasis will be teaching the rules of the game while having fun playing lacrosse and building confidence.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Girls Soccer Ages served: grades 1-8 Dates/times: 7/10-7/13; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will build their soccer skills during the week, with a different focus each day. Directors will bring energy and knowledge to help campers leave as better soccer players.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Girls Volleyball Ages served: grades 4-8 Dates/times: 7/17-7/20; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Four days of intense instruction from coaching staff and DeSales players includes a daily focus on a specific skill set, with game play at the end of each session.

Ages served: grades 1-9

Description: Students will participate in drills for individual softball development and play games.

Meet new friends, play hard and enjoy the game of softball.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Tennis Ages served: grades 4-9 Dates/times: 7/10-7/13; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will learn tennis techniques from beginner to advanced. Open to both boys and girls.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Track and Field: Endurance and Distance Ages served: grades 3-9

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

Ages served: grades 7-12 Dates/times: 6/12-6/15; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will learn advanced technique and strategy.

Planning for nutrition, lifting programs and sport psychology will be presented. Competitive games will be held.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Yoga Flow Dates/times: 7/10-7/11; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

For more information: Karen Scott, scott@desales.co, 614267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Track and Field: Speed and Agility Ages served: grades 3-9 Dates/times: 6/19-6/22; half day (2-5 hours)

Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Wrestling I Ages served: grades 1-6 Dates/times: 7/17-7/20; half day (2-5 hours)

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Ages served: grades 6-9

Cost: $50

Cost: $70

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

St. Francis DeSales High School: Wrestling II

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Ages served: ninth-graders

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

For more information: Tom Neubert, neubert@desales.co, 614-267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

Cost: $70

St. Francis DeSales High School: Girls Volleyball II

Cost: $70

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Description: Enhancing the way you run will make you stronger and more capable in any sport you choose to participate in.

Description: Enhancing the way you run will make you stronger and more capable in any sport you choose to participate in.

Description: Camp includes a daily focus on a specific skill set, with game play at the end of each session.

Cost: $70

Description: We will use the flow of yoga poses and the breath to reduce stress and promote flexibility, strength, balance and focus. Pilates and stability ball workouts are incorporated to build core strength.

Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Description: This camp teaches fundamentals of wrestling, including proper stretching, tumbling, stance, shots and the top/bottom position.

The 2nd & 7 Foundation: Football Camp

Creative Summer Workshops at Columbus College of Art & Design Weeklong hands-on courses for students in grades 1-12 provide the opportunity to develop skills in a creative and mentoring environment.

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Ages served: 7-14 Dates/times: 6/26-6/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: The 2nd and 7 Football Camp provides three days of drills, contests and speakers, with a focus on having fun. Kids will learn basic fundamentals of football while focusing on teamwork, goalsetting and positive attitude.

Former Buckeyes, NFL players and local high school coaches will participate.

Cost: $150 ($125 before April 30) Camp location: Hilliard Weaver Middle School, 4600 Avery Road, Hilliard 43026 For more information: Amy Hoying, amy.hoying@ secondandseven.com, 614-8250602, secondandseven.com/ footballcamp

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day camps : STEM Be WISE Camp: Be WISE Day Camp Ages served: 10-12 Dates/times: 7/11-7/13; full day (6+ hours) Description: This camp is designed to develop interest, excitement and self-confidence in middle school girls to encourage them to take future STEM classes. The camp—for girls entering grades 5-6 in the fall— provides real-life, hands-on problem solving/thinking experiences.

Cost: $200 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/verily-a-new-hope

Classroom Antics: Classroom Antics Tech Camps

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

COSI: Amusement Park Science Ages served: rising grades 4-5 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; full day (6+ hours) Description: Explore the science of motion and the physics behind thrill rides, and then put that knowledge (and courage) to the test. We’ll go behind the scenes at Kings Island, spending the day on rides and learning about what makes them work.

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: Build It

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Campers will build a foundation in circuitry and coding through Snap Circuits, MIT’s Scratch and more.

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Cost: $375 members, $405 nonmembers

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: Dare to Design

COSI: Green Screen Composition

Ages served: rising grades K-1 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; full day (6+ hours) Description: Imagine, draft and construct your own inventions.

Explore a variety of simple machines such as pulleys, levers and gears. Discover how an architect can build, construct and stack as we use materials to create towers, houses and more.

Ages served: rising grades 2-3

Ages served: rising grades 6-8

Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; full day (6+ hours)

Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Denison University, 100 W. College St., Granville 43023

Ages served: 7-14

Cost: $375 for members, $405 for nonmembers

Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

For more information: Becky Bringardner, bewisecamp@ outlook.com, 740-927-9841, bewisecamp.org

Description: Kids learn what they love in Tech Camp by creating video games, producing stop-motion animation movies, coding computer programs, modding with Minecraft or engineering Lego robots. Space is limited.

Register at classroomantics.com

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Description: Get the creative juices flowing while investigating what makes the world around us tick. Campers will see their ideas come to life as they design an invention to solve a real-world challenge.

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Description: Peek behind the curtain of movie magic. Campers will work with DSLR cameras and explore shutter speed, aperture, ISO and frame rates. Utilizing these functions, they will learn to script, light, frame, shoot and capture audio.

COSI: Amusement Park Science

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Cost: $375 members, $405 nonmembers

Cost: $195 to $235

Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours)

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Cost: $180

Camp Invention: Camp Invention Ages served: grades K-6 Dates/times: Call for specific dates; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Multiple locations throughout Central Ohio

Description: Led by local educators, the weeklong Camp Invention experience immerses elementary school children in hands-on STEM activities.

For more information: Tara Foote, techcamp@classroomantics.com, 800-595-3776, classroomantics. com

Cost: Varies based on location.

Discounts are available.

Camp location: Multiple locations throughout Central Ohio

Ages served: rising grades 6-8

For more information: campinvention@invent.org, 800968-4332, campinvention.org

CATCO: Star Wars in Shakespeare: Verily, a New Hope Ages served: 11-14 Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; full day (6+ hours) Description: Light the spark of imagination as you transform into a Shakespearean actor while recreating the storyline of Ian Doescher’s Star Wars: Verily, a New Hope. Student actors will create a Star Wars show and perform in a final “in-formance.�

COSI: 3-D Modeling/ Printing/Scanning Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; full day (6+ hours) Description: Campers can transform their creativity from a computer screen to the real world through 3-D modeling and printing. Educators in COSI’s Tech Studio will teach participants to design 3-D models in Autodesk’s 123D Design software and guide them through a successful print.

Cost: $375 members, $405 nonmembers Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Ages served: rising grades 6-8

Description: Explore the science of motion and the physics behind thrill rides, and then put that knowledge (and courage) to the test. We’ll go behind the scenes at Kings Island, spending the day on rides and learning about what makes them work.

Cost: $375 members, $405 nonmembers Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: Astronaut Adventures Ages served: rising grades 2-3 Dates/times: 6/12-6/16, 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours) Description: Do you have the stuff it takes to become an astronaut and boldly go where no one has gone before? Spend a week learning about our solar system, rockets and the wonders of space including a visit to COSI’s Planetarium.

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COSI: C.S.I. (Crime Scene Investigation) Ages served: rising grades 4-5

COSI: Diggin’ Dinos

Dates/times: 7/10-7/14; full day (6+ hours)

Ages served: rising grades K-1

Description: What does it take to be a crime fighter in the 21st century? Campers will put their skills to the test as they try to solve the mystery of the missing ice cream ingredients.

COSI: Lego Robotics

Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; full day (6+ hours)

Ages served: rising grades 2-3

Description: Explore the wonderful world of dinosaurs. Aspiring paleontologists will enjoy discovering dinosaurs, fossils and digging.

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: Chemistry

COSI: Electronics Prototyping

Ages served: rising grades 4-5 Dates/times: 7/31-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Explore the scientific method while experimenting with chemical and physical changes of solids, liquids and gases. Is flubber a solid? What is

Dates/times: 7/10-7/14, 7/31-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Jump into building and programming robots using Bee Bots and Lego WeDo technology. How do robots make our lives better? What makes a robot a robot? Learn the answers to these questions and more as we dive into the world of robotics.

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Ages served: rising grades 6-8 Dates/times: 7/31-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Plug into the world of electronics and learn how the components in everyday devices are wired and programmed.

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: Lego Robotics Ages served: rising grades 4-5 Dates/times: 6/12-6/16, 7/17-7/21; full day (6+ hours)

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Description: Ramp up the robotic challenges and spend the week designing, building and programming robots using the Lego Mindstorms EV3 system.

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Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Ages served: rising grades K-1

Cost: $200

Dates/times: 7/17-7/21, 8/78/11; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Game-U, 9926 Brewster Lane, Powell 43065

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Description: Find out what it takes to be an astronaut while exploring planets, meteors and more. Continue the learning with a visit to COSI’s Planetarium.

For more information: Matt McGee, mmcgee@game-u.com, 614-659-7203, game-u.com

COSI: LegO RObOtICS

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

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Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Dates/times: 6/5-6/9, 6/266/30, 7/10-7/14; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Ages served: rising grades 6-7 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; full day (6+ hours) Description: Dig deeper into the design and programming of robots. Design and program Lego Mindstorms EV3 robots to accomplish a variety of challenges.

Cost: $375 members, $405 nonmembers

COSI: SpaCe

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: SupeRheRO SCIenCe Ages served: rising grades 2-3

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; full day (6+ hours)

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Description: Come prepared for superhero training by using science to bring “impossible” super powers to life. Learn to levitate, create weather and even fly.

COSI: MeSSy SCIenCe Ages served: rising grades K-1

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Dates/times: 6/12-6/16, 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

Description: Get messy and try out COSI’s special formulas to create flubber, oobleck, slime and other cool concoctions. We’ll investigate physical, chemical and phase changes as we make things pop, ooze and slime.

For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

Dates/times: 7/24-7/28, 8/78/11; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: ROCketS & ROveRS Ages served: rising grades 4-5 Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; full day (6+ hours) Description: Join us for a week of experiments as we explore how NASA gathers information about our solar system and beyond using rockets, rovers and manned missions. This camp includes access to COSI’s Planetarium.

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

COSI: vIdeO gaMeS Ages served: rising grades 4-5

Description: Learn fundamental programming concepts and use the Scratch program to create a video game to share with friends and family.

Ages served: rising grades 2-3 Dates/times: 6/26-6/30, 8/78/11; full day (6+ hours) Description: Time to get silly as we explore all things messy and fun with science. Make COSI super slime, make a mess with liquid nitrogen and experiment with things that pop and ooze.

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215 For more information: 614-228-

Ages served: 8-10

Description: This is a hands-on learning experience that teaches the major aspects of game development, such as level design, character design, programming, materials, lighting and audio.

Camp meets 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $450 Camp location: Game-U, 9926 Brewster Lane, Powell 43065 For more information: Matt McGee, mmcgee@game-u.com, 614-659-7203, game-u.com

gaMe-u: pIOneeR Ages served: 10-12 Dates/times: 6/12-16, 7/177/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: Start creating full-length, 2-D side-scrolling adventures, puzzle games, Minecraft mods and more. Students study the fundamentals of game design with the option to publish their games for iOS, Android or web browsers. Camp meets 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $475 Camp location: Game-U, 9926 Brewster Lane, Powell 43065

Cost: $300 members, $330 nonmembers

For more information: Matt McGee, mmcgee@game-u.com, 614-659-7203, game-u.com

Camp location: COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215

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For more information: 614-2282674, cosi.org/kids/camp-cosi/ camp-cosi-summer-camps

engIneeRIng FOR kIdS: engIneeRIng FOR kIdS SuMMeR CaMp Ages served: 4-12 Dates/times: 5/30-8/18; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours) Description: Engineering For Kids brings science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to kids through a variety of camps in several locations across Central Ohio.

Cost: Varies

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challenges in game design, 3-D printing, illustration, robotic engineering, electronics and more.

Sessions are 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m.

Camp location: To be announced, see website for more information For more information: 614-6568048, engineeringforkids.com/ location/centralohio

gaMe-u: adventuReR Ages served: 6-8 Dates/times: 6/12-16, 7/177/21; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Adventurer Camp introduces young students to the worlds of games and robotics development. They’ll tackle new

Ages served: 12-18 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23, 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours) Description: Learn how to create eight popular game genres, from Platformer, ActionAdventurer, Auto Racing and more. Students learn hands-on techniques using Unity and dive head-first into the world of coding with Javascript. No previous experience is required. Camp meets 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: $499 Camp location: Game-U, 9926 Brewster Lane, Powell 43065 For more information: Matt McGee, mmcgee@game-u.com, 614-659-7203, game-u.com

Id teCh CaMpS: Id teCh CaMpS Ages served: 7-18 Dates/times: 6/5-7/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will learn to code apps, design video games, mod Minecraft, engineer robots, discover cyber security, build websites, print 3-D models and more. Multiple one-week sessions on different topics are scheduled.

Cost: Starts at $799

Camp location: Ohio State University, various sites For more information: info@ idtech.com, 844-788-1858, idtech.com/oh

Math pLuS aCadeMy: SteM CaMpS

ranging from simple movement to more complex jobs involving logic. No previous programming experience is necessary.

Cost: $250 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212

Dates/times: 6/5-8/25; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours)

For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/first-lego-league-for-girls

Description: These camps aim to cultivate a love of mathematics. Offerings include robotics, engineering, maker camp, Minecraft, coding and chess.

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Ages served: 5-13

Cost: full day, $437; half day, $217 Camp location: 3582 Fishinger Blvd., Hilliard 43026; 5346 N. Hamilton Road, New Albany 43230; 9681 Sawmill Road, Powell 43065 For more information: Raj Shah, info@mathplusacademy.com, 614-792-6284, summercamps. mathplusacademy.com

the paSt FOundatIOn: advanCed dIy RObOtICS Ages served: 10-14 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; full day (6+ hours) Description: Apply the design process, programming and mechanical design to build a mechanism to solve a specific challenge. Students will use the Arduino microprocessor and sensors to control motors to complete tasks from simple movement to complex jobs.

Cost: $350 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/advanced-diy-robotics

Ages served: 9-14 Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will learn the basics of programming and mechanical design. With student mentors, teams will build and program an autonomous Lego Mindstorms EV3 robot to complete a series of tasks from simple movements to complex jobs involving logic and sensors.

No previous robotics experience is necessary.

Cost: $250 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/first-lego-league-rookiecamp

the paSt FOundatIOn: FIRSt RObOtICS ChaLLenge Ages served: 15-18 Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; full day (6+ hours)

the paSt FOundatIOn: begInneR dIy RObOtICS

Description: Teams will be given a challenge on day one. Students will go through the brainstorm, design, build process, and also learn to program the robot.

Additionally, students will learn basic shop tools as they design, build and test.

Ages served: 10-14

Cost: $450

Dates/times: 7/10-7/14; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212

Description: Learn the design process, soldering, electronics and programming while building a robot. Use the knowledge to build and program a robot to solve a real problem.

For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/first-robotics-challenge

Cost: $275 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/beginner-diy-robotics

the paSt FOundatIOn: FIRSt LegO League FOR gIRLS Ages served: 9-14 Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; full day (6+ hours) Description: Girls will learn the basics of programming and mechanical design. Alongside student mentors, teams will build and program an autonomous Lego Mindstorms EV3 robot to complete a series of tasks

the paSt FOundatIOn: FIRSt teCh ChaLLenge Ages served: 13-15 Dates/times: 6/12-6/16; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will be presented with a game challenge on day one, then they will design, build and test their robot throughout the week. Students will learn basic shop tools and learn to program the robot using Java.

Cost: $400 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/first-tech-challenge

15 the paSt FOundatIOn: InteRMedIate dIy RObOtICS Ages served: 10-14 Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: Apply the design process, programming and mechanical design to build a mechanism to solve a specific challenge. Students will use the Arduino microprocessor and sensors to control motors to complete tasks from simple movement to complex jobs.

Cost: $300 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/intermediate-diy-robotics

the paSt FOundatIOn: MIneCRaFt MatheMatICS: eLeMentaRy Ages served: 8-11 Dates/times: 7/24-7/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Mine and craft your mathematics skills with one of today’s most popular video and computer games, Minecraft. Students will participate in a variety of tasks designed to foster their understanding of proportional and algebraic reasoning, scale and more.

Cost: $100 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/minecraft-mathematicselementary

the paSt FOundatIOn: MIneCRaFt MatheMatICS: MIddLe SChOOL LeveLS 1-2 Ages served: 11-14 Dates/times: 6/19-6/30; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Mine and craft your mathematics skills with one of today’s most popular video and computer games, Minecraft. Students will participate in a variety of tasks designed to foster their understanding of proportional and algebraic reasoning, scale and more.

Cost: $150 Camp location: PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Road, Columbus 43212 For more information: Ashley Bloom, programs@ pastfoundation.org, 614-3401208, pastfoundation.org/ events/minecraft-mathematicsmiddle-school-levels-1-2

RObOt aCadeMy: LegO RObOtICS and InventIOn CaMpS Ages served: 5-16 Dates/times: 6/19-8/11; full day (6+ hours) Description: In these Lego robotics, engineering, invention and 3-D printing camps, instructors empower students to

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day camps : STEM become engineers, programmers, inventors and entrepreneurs. Kids win trophies and ribbons by solving engineering challenges.

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Cost: $495 for five-day, full-day camp; $245 for five-day, halfday camp; $195 for two-day camp. Use discount code FreeT for a free Robot Academy T-shirt.

Ages served: grades 6-9

Camp location: Dublin, Gahanna, Grove City, Marysville and Westerville For more information: Gail Vawter, gail@robot-academy. com, 614-769-7626, robotacademy.com

St. FranciS DeSaleS HigH ScHool: girlS SteM Ages served: grades 6-9 Dates/times: 7/10-7/11; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Become an acoustical engineer for two days and explore the science, technology, engineering and math of sound and its properties. Design a device that will dampen sound.

Adapted from the Engineering is Elementary curriculum.

St. FranciS DeSaleS HigH ScHool: roboticS/engineering Dates/times: 7/10-7/13; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Explore robotics and electronic circuits with hands-on activities. Build working circuits using Snap Circuits.

Try your hand at building, programming and commanding Lego Mindstorms EV3 robots.

Cost: $70 Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224 For more information: Sheila Yerkey, yerkey@desales.co, 614267-7808, sfdstallions.org/ summercamps

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: 3-D DeSign Ages served: 12-14 Dates/times: 7/31-8/4; half day (2-5 hours)

Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055 For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: buSy bee Play & learn Ages served: 3-5 Dates/times: 6/21-6/23, 7/26-7/28; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Designed for curious preschoolers, this camp engages young children with fun, hands-on art and science activities.

Cost: $75 members, $90 nonmembers Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055 For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

Camp location: St. Francis DeSales High School, 4212 Karl Road, Columbus 43224

Description: Youth will dive into the world of CAD (computeraided design), learning the skills necessary to design 3-D solutions to real-world problems.

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: ForenSic Science

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Cost: $175 members, $200 nonmembers

Dates/times: 6/19-6/23; half day (2-5 hours)

Cost: $50

Ages served: 12-14

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Cost: $175 members, $200 nonmembers Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055 For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: Jr. roboticS Ages served: 6-7 Dates/times: 6/26-6/30, 7/10-7/14; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will get a hands-on introduction to robotics and test basic programming and building skills.

Cost: $150 members, $175 nonmembers

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: lego roboticS Ages served: 8-9 Dates/times: 6/26-6/30; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will dive into robotics with an introduction to the popular worldwide FIRST Lego League program.

Cost: $150 members, $175 nonmembers Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055 For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: lego roboticS Ages served: 10-11 Dates/times: 7/10-7/14; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Campers will dive into robotics with an introduction to the popular worldwide FIRST Lego League program.

Cost: $150 members, $175 nonmembers.

Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055

Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055

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For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

ThisWeekNews.com tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: SteM innovation inStitute Ages served: 9-11 Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Young entrepreneurs and inventors will be challenged to create original innovations while considering the principles of business.

Cost: $150 members, $175 nonmembers.

Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055 For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

tHe WorkS: oHio center For HiStory, art & tecHnology: SteM innovation inStitute Ages served: 12-14 Dates/times: 7/17-7/21; half day (2-5 hours) Description: Young entrepreneurs and inventors will be challenged to create original innovations while considering the principles of business.

Cost: $175 members, $200 nonmembers.

Camp location: The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology, 55 S. First St., Newark 43055 For more information: info@ attheworks.org, 740-349-9277, attheworks.org

day camps : traditional clintonville acaDeMy: clintonville acaDeMy SuMMer PrograM Ages served: 5-12 Dates/times: 6/12-8/4; full day (6+ hours) and half day (2-5 hours) Description: CASP is a flexible summer child care option. Each week, children visit the pool, library and go on field trips along with spending time at Clintonville Academy for activities, crafts and more.

Cost: Full days (available Monday through Friday but required Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday) are $40 per day, $34 for two or more children; half days (available Mondays and Fridays) are $26, $21 for two or more children.

Camp location: Clintonville Academy, 3916 Indianola Ave., Columbus 43214 For more information: Tim Walter, twalter1@columbus. rr.com, 614-554-1178, clintonvilleacademy.org

Prairie toWnSHiP coMMunity center: SuMMer Day caMP Ages served: 6-12 Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; full day

(6+ hours)

Cost: $190 per week

Description: This active summer experience is an alternative to typical child care. Kids participate in a mix of large- and small-group recreation activities, including supervised free time, field trips, arts, crafts and swimming at the indoor pool

Camp location: YWCA Summer Kids Place - Gahanna, 6540 Havens-Corners Road, Blacklick 43004

Cost: $155 initial five days, resident; $165 initial five days, nonresident. Additional days are $27. Field trips have an additional fee.

Camp location: Darby Woods Elementary School, 255 Westwoods Blvd., Galloway 43119 For more information: 614-9077990, prairietownship.org

yWca: SuMMer kiDS Place - gaHanna Ages served: completed grades K-7 Dates/times: 6/5-7/28; full day (6+ hours) Description: Join us as we celebrate the Y-Kids’ Choice Award Winners for favorite summer activities, which provide experiences and learning opportunities through creative and hands-on participation.

For more information: Jenn Hannah, jhannah@ywcacolumbus. org, 614-224-9121, ext.1294, ywcacolumbus.org

yWca: SuMMer kiDS Place - WeSterville Ages served: completed grades K-7 Dates/times: 6/5-8/4; full day (6+ hours) Description: Join us as we celebrate the Y-Kids’ Choice Award Winners for favorite summer activities, which provide experiences and learning opportunities through creative and hands-on participation.

Cost: $190 per week Camp location: Mark Twain Elementary School, 799 E. Walnut St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Jenn Hannah, jhannah@ywcacolumbus. org, 614-224-9121, ext. 1294, ywcacolumbus.org

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residential camps : equestrian Marmon Valley Ministries: Horse Camps Ages served: 7-17 Dates/times: 6/11-8/12; full day (6+ hours) Description: Marmon Valley Ministries offers Christ-centered horse camps that provide boys and girls the opportunity to improve their riding skills and try activities such as archery, vaulting and rock

climbing.

Cost: Original Horse Camp is $655, see website for other camp pricing Camp location: Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 State Route 292 S., Zanesfield 43360 For more information: Natalie Freuh, info@marmonvalley.com, 937-593-8000, marmonvalley.com

residential camps : music Girlz Rhythm n’ Rock Camp: Girlz Rhythm n’ Rock Camp Ages served: 9-17 Dates/times: 7/24-7/29, 7/31-8/5; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will form bands and write songs. Instruments available for use are a trap drum set; congas; electric, bass and acoustic guitars; ukuleles; and keyboards. Campers perform their songs on the final day of camp.

Cost: $350, with some full and partial scholarships available Camp location: Hoover YMCA Park, 1570 Rohr Rd, Lockbourne 43137 For more information: Suzie Simpson, suziemuzic@gmail.com, 614-579-7897, girlzrhythmnrockcamp.com

The Ohio State University School of Music: Clarinet Academy Ages served: grade 9 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/11-6/15; full day (6+ hours) Description: High school clarinetists will engage with peers from around the state; work with Ohio State faculty, students and alumni; and participate in the college experience on campus.

Activities include private lessons, master classes, chamber ensembles and recitals.

Cost: $475 Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummermusic@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/ clarinet-academy

The Ohio State University School of Music: Double Reed Camp Ages served: grade 9 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/4-6/7; full day (6+ hours)

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For more information: camp registrar, youthsummermusic@ osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music. osu.edu/double-reed-camp

The Ohio State University School of Music: Flute Workshop Ages served: grade 9 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/18-6/22; full day (6+ hours) Description: Students will develop as musicians; engage with peers; work with Ohio State faculty, students and alumni; and participate in the college experience on campus. Activities include private lessons, master classes, chamber ensembles, performances and more Cost: $475 Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummermusic@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/ flute-workshop

The Ohio State University School of Music: Jazz Camp Ages served: grade 10 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/11-6/15; full day (6+ hours)

Description: This camp is designed to assist students in developing skills unique to double reed instruments. Activities include individual and small-group instruction and large-ensemble participation while partaking in the campus experience.

Description: Intermediate to advanced jazz students receive a comprehensive experience that allows for individual growth and skills enhancement. Activities include lectures, master classes, combo sessions, big-band rehearsals and the Ohio State campus experience.

Cost: $475

Cost: $495

Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210

Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210

For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummermusic@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/ jazz-camp

The Ohio State University School of Music: Saxophone Camp Ages served: grade 9 to 2017 high school graduate Dates/times: 6/18-6/21; full day (6+ hours) Description: Participants will work directly with Ohio State faculty and students in group activities, chamber ensembles, large ensemble and private lessons and participate in the Ohio State campus experience.

Cost: $425

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Camp location: Weigel Hall, 1866 College Road, Columbus 43210 For more information: youth programs registrar, youthsummermusic@osu.edu, 614-292-4280, music.osu.edu/ saxophone-camp

Otterbein University: Summer Music Experience Ages served: 14-17 Dates/times: 6/5-6/9; full day (6+ hours) Description: For string players (violin, viola, cello, bass), guitarists, pianists (classical and jazz), vocalists (classical and jazz), wind and brass instruments (flute, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet and lower brass instruments), percussionists and composers.

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residential camps : special needs

residential camps :

nature/outdoors Swift Nature Camp: Explorer Camp

friendships and wonder about the world.

Ages served: 6-17

Cost: $365

Dates/times: 6/18-8/11; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: The Wilds, 14000 International Road, Cumberland 43732

Description: Swift Nature Camp focuses on blending traditional summer camp activities while increasing children’s appreciation for nature and science.

For more information: education @thewilds.org, 740-638-5030, ext. 2286, thewilds.columbuszoo. org

Cost: $650 per week

Flying Horse Farms: Flying Horse Farms Ages served: 7-17 Camp location: The Wilds, 14000 International Road, Cumberland 43732 For more information: education @thewilds.org, 740-638-5030, ext. 2286, thewilds.columbuszoo. org

The Wilds: Eco Ambassadors Ages served: 12-15

Camp location: Swift Nature Camp, W7471 Ernie Swift Road, Minong, Wisconsin 54859

The Wilds: Conservation Crew

For more information: swiftcamp@aol.com, 630-654-8036, swiftnaturecamp.com

Dates/times: 6/4-6/10, 7/167/22; full day (6+ hours)

Ages served: 10-11

Description: Here’s a camp for kids who like getting their hands into nature. Staff trained in wildlife science inspire a lifetime love of exploring the world. Campers participate in adventures such as canoeing, horseback riding and archery.

The Wilds: Adventure Camp Ages served: 12-15 Dates/times: 6/25-7/1; full day (6+ hours) Description: Explore parts of the Wilds few have ever seen. Campers will zip line, ride horses and try archery while also learning survival skills and experiencing tent camping in a quiet, secluded location.

Cost: $520 Camp location: The Wilds, 14000 International Road, Cumberland 43732 For more information: education @thewilds.org, 740-638-5030, ext. 2286, thewilds.columbuszoo. org

Cost: $610 Camp location: The Wilds, 14000 International Road, Cumberland 43732

Dates/times: 6/18-6/24; full day (6+ hours) Description: Discover what it takes to be a conservation biologist at the Wilds. Campers will work with Wilds scientists to explore different methods of monitoring wildlife and restoring habitats. Canoeing, horseback riding and archery also are included.

Cost: $550 Camp location: The Wilds, 14000 International Road, Cumberland 43732 For more information: education @thewilds.org, 740-638-5030, ext. 2286, thewilds.columbuszoo. org

The Wilds: Junior Explorers Ages served: 8-9

The Wilds: Dirty Wilds Jobs: A Conservation Career Camp

For more information: education @thewilds.org, 740-638-5030, ext. 2286, thewilds.columbuszoo. org

Ages served: 15-18 Dates/times: 7/9-7/15; full day (6+ hours)

The Wilds: Animal Explorers

Description: Learn about being a wildlife veterinarian or animal management specialist in this innovative, hands-on practicum experience. Lab and field classes with Wilds scientists provide a unique opportunity to learn about careers in conservation.

Ages served: 8-9 Dates/times: 6/11-6/15, 7/30-8/3; full day (6+ hours) Description: Kids who love adventure are encouraged to be at home in the woods, wetlands and grasslands. Wilds staff will help campers develop lasting

Cost: $780 member, $850 nonmember

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Dates/times: 7/6-7/8; full day (6+ hours) Description: This experience is tailored to first-time campers. Junior Explorers will enjoy discovering the Wilds as they visit animals and explore the outdoors.

Cost: $200 Camp location: The Wilds, 14000 International Road, Cumberland 43732 For more information: education @thewilds.org, 740-638-5030, ext. 2286, thewilds.columbuszoo. org

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Dates/times: 4/7-11/5; full day (6+ hours) Description: Flying Horse Farms provides camp experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families. The camp opened in 2010. Campers have illnesses including cancer, heart conditions, rheumatoid arthritis, blood disorders, asthma, gastrointestinal disorders and craniofacial anomalies.

Cost: Free for qualifying campers Camp location: Flying Horse Farms, 5260 State Route 95, Mount Gilead 43338 For more information: Olivia Miller, olivia@flyinghorsefarms. org, 419-751-7077, flyinghorsefarms.org

Nuhop: Camp Nuhop Ages served: 8-18 Dates/times: 6/11-7/28; full day (6+ hours) Description: Camp Nuhop is for children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, higher functioning ASD and behavioral nuances. The organization’s mission is to provide a nurturing, dynamic learning environment where people are empowered to succeed.

Cost: $845 traditional camps, $1,000 excursion trip camps.

Early bird and online application discounts are available.

Camp location: Camp Nuhop, 1077 Township Road 2916, Perrysville 44864 For more information: Nathan Holton, nate@nuhop.org, 419938-7151, nuhop.org

Recreation Unlimited Farm and Fun Inc.: Recreation Unlimited Ages served: 8 and older Dates/times: 6/26-8/11; full day (6+ hours) Description: The mission of Recreation Unlimited is to provide year-round programs for individuals with disabilities in sports, recreation and education while building self-confidence, self-esteem and promoting positive human relations, attitudes and behaviors.

Cost: $820 Camp location: Recreation Unlimited, 7700 Piper Road, Ashley 43003 For more information: Chris Link, info@recreationunlimited. org, 740-548-7006, recreationunlimited.org

residential camps : STEM Be WISE Camp: STEM Camp for Girls

iD Tech Camps: iD Tech Camps

Ages served: 12-14

Ages served: 7-18

Dates/times: 6/11-6/16; full day (6+ hours)

Dates/times: 6/5-7/21; full day (6+ hours)

Description: This camp is designed to develop interest, excitement and self-confidence in middle school girls to encourage them to take future STEM classes. The camp—for girls entering grades 7-8 in the fall—provides real-life, hands-on problem solving/thinking experiences.

Cost: $500. Payment plans and some scholarships are available.

Camp location: Denison University, 100 W. College St., Granville 43023 For more information: Becky Bringardner, bewisecamp@outlook.com, 740-927-9841, bewisecamp.org

Description: Students will learn to code apps, design video games, mod Minecraft, engineer robots, discover cyber security, build websites, print 3-D models and more.

Multiple one-week sessions on different topics are scheduled.

Cost: Starts at $1,418 Camp location: Ohio State University, various sites For more information: info@idtech.com, 844-788-1858, idtech.com/oh

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residential camps : sports Otterbein University: Cardinal Basketball Camp Ages served: entering grades 3-8 Dates/times: 7/16-7/19; full day (6+ hours) Description: This is an overnight/commuter boys basketball camp.

Cost: $375 overnight, $250 commuter

Cost: $495 overnight, $395 extended day camp Camp location: Memorial Stadium, 180 Center St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Colin Hartnett, chartnett@ otterbein.edu, 614-823-3543, ussportscamps.com/lacrosse/ nike/nike-boys-lacrosse-campat-otterbein-university

Camp location: Rike Center, 160 Center St., Westerville 43081

Otterbein University: Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp

For more information: Brian Oilar, boilar@otterbein.edu, 614-823-1844, otterbein.edu/ summercamps

Dates/times: 6/26-6/29; full day (6+ hours)

Otterbein University: Nike Boys Lacrosse Camp Ages served: 10-14 Dates/times: 7/16-7/19; full day (6+ hours) Description: This is a Nike boys complete skills overnight camp.

Ages served: 10-18

Description: This is a Nike girls complete skills overnight lacrosse camp.

Cost: $495 overnight, $395 extended day camp Camp location: Memorial Stadium, 180 Center St., Westerville 43081 For more information: Stephani Schmidt, sschmidt@ otterbein.edu, 614-823-3545,

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Stick to Stick Field Hockey: Stick to Stick Field Hockey Camp Ages served: 10-18

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Dates/times: 6/10-6/13; full day (6+ hours) Description: STK2STK Camp is an opportunity for individuals and teams to learn and improve their game from coaches who are passionate about teaching the sport in a positive environment. Camp is open to all skill levels, beginner to collegebound.

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Cost: $495 overnight, $395 extended day camp. Team/group discounts are available.

Camp location: Denison University, 200 Livingston Drive, Granville 43023 For more information: P.J. Soteriades, soteriades@ denison.edu, 740-587-6584, sticktostickfieldhcokey.com

residential camps : traditional Falcon Camp: Falcon Camp

away from home.

Ages served: 6-16

Cost: $1,200

Dates/times: 6/18-8/12; full day (6+ hours)

Camp location: Falcon Camp, 4251 Delta Road SW, Carrollton 44615

Description: Falcon Camp, in operation since 1959, offers a lakefront setting. Campers choose their own schedule within a general framework.

Daily activities are separate, with planned co-ed events. Staff-to-camper ratio is 1-to-4. We are ACA accredited.

Cost: $2,390 two weeks, $4,375 four weeks, $6,025 six weeks, $7,425 eight weeks Camp location: Falcon Camp, 4251 Delta Road SW, Carrollton 44615 For more information: Dave Devey, info@falcon camp.com, 330-627-4269, falconcamp.com

Falcon Camp: Falcon Young Adventure Camp Ages served: 6-9 Dates/times: 7/30-8/12; full day (6+ hours) Description: A unique and exciting introduction to overnight camping for boys and girls. These one-week programs are designed to guide campers to be successful with their first adventure

For more information: Dave Devey, dave@ falconcamp.com, 800-837-CAMP, falconcamp.com

YMCA of Central Ohio: YMCA Camp Willson Ages served: 7-17 Dates/times: 6/11-8/5; full day (6+ hours) Description: Campers can spend the summer in the great outdoors—swimming, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, making music, creating art and roasting marshmallows by the fireside. YMCA Camp Willson is accredited by the ACA and CHA. There are 13 camps to choose from. Mini-camps are available for first-time campers.

Cost: $320 to $605 Camp location: Camp Willson, 2732 County Road 11, Bellefontaine 43311 For more information: 800-427-0427, ymcacolumbus.org/willson

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