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ticipate in supervised activities on campus and camp staff will ensure your child’s safety by promptly checking them into their regularly scheduled programs.

AFTER-Camp Care. If you would like your child to remain on campus for additional activities following their regular camp day, you can enroll your child in MCCC’s “AFTER-CAMP” program. Children enrolled in this program are escorted to a variety of supervised activities from 4 to 6 p.m., including a recreational swim period from 4 to 5:15 p.m., during the weeks and days listed.

Mercer County Community College’s Camp College Learn, Play, and Have Fun

and Culinary. Campers can choose to take a morning or afternoon class or choose two classes a week to make a complete day.

Specialty Camp workshops provide a combination of intellectually challenging and stimulating handson summer opportunities for students who are interested in a wide variety of fields. Each of these programs has been designed to enable young people to meet and share the excitement of studies in academic fields not ordinarily encountered in elementary and middle school curriculum. Supervised lunch and recess, at no additional

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cost, if registered for AM and PM classes within the same week.

Camp College also offers full-day 1 week courses including: Sea Camp: Marine Biology and Ecology (Ages 10-15), Ecoventure (Ages 10-16), Adventure Camp (Ages 1115), Fishing Camp (Ages 10-14), Junior Golf (Ages 9-14), Rock Climbing (Ages 9-14), and more.

BEFORE-Camp Care. If you would like your child to participate in an extended day program, enroll your youngster in MCCC’s “Early Bird BEFORE-CAMP,” which begins at 7:15 a.m. Campers will par-

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‘Campus Kids’ (Four-Week Session I, Session II). Camp College offers your child an enriching alternative to the traditional summer day camp. Campers combine study in a variety of stimulating subject areas that emphasize intellectual growth and skills development with the fun of recreational activities. Participants choose up to six different “courses” for each fourweek session. Most courses meet 55 minutes daily for all weeks of each session. We have over 90 courses to choose from!

Friday Fun Days. Designed especially for campers who are registered for the ‘Campus Kids’ Monday through Friday option only. Fridays are planned around fun activities and most programs have time for swimming.

Specialty Camps. Camp College offers over 80 half day Specialty Camp Workshops. Our programs include Arts, Crafts and More, Science and Technology, Computer,

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Bordentown Community District Alliance Camps to Suit All Interests The Community District Alliance offers a variety of camps and programs that will satisfy the visual and performing artist, the athlete, the adventurer, the leader and the technology enthusiast. CDA Programs are custom designed specific to grade or age, reasonably priced and offer the convenience and service that parents need.

What makes us the perfect fit for your family?

It is the ideal combination of certified staff that are invested in your children, safe indoor and outdoor facilities and programs that infuse skills to help strengthen our students in today’s world.

Our camps help develop students by incorporating themes such as stress management, teambuilding, diversity, volunteerism, empathy, selfacceptance, goal setting, leadership, social media safety and problem solving.

Recreational, educational and cultural learning activities provide enriching and positive summer experiences for children in grades K-4 in the CDA Four Week Day Camp. The Pre-Teen Camp (PTC) is for incoming and exiting 6th graders and specifically targets the interests and developmental needs of our older campers. Students may attend four weeks of PTC or pair a few weeks with one of our accelerated programs.

We are thrilled to expand our camp offerings for older students this summer. Baseball & Soft-

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ball Camps, led by the coaches at Bordentown Regional High School, are for athletes looking to strengthen their skills. Students will learn computer security basics, how to find vulnerabilities and will grasp how to make the computer world safer in our new Cybersecurity Camp. We are excited to bring back Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Mr. Michael Montalto, Bordentown Regional High School Band Director. Our SAT Prep Course is perfect for students that have busy schedules during the school year. Ignite Your Spark! presented by Camp Fire NJ, is a unique program that offers the opportunity to serve our community and provide a rich, nurturing environment for our youth to THRIVE. We are also collaborating for a third year with Cream Ridge Golf Course to offer a week-long Golf Camp.

CDA’s Jr. Musical Theatre Company summer production is Moana Junior. Summer Theatre presents a unique opportunity for budding young thespians (ages 8-13) to hone and exhibit their craft. Our Summer Stock Musical Theater pro-

duction is a highly detailed and instructional experience for our high school actors (ages 14-19).

This summer’s production is Legally Blonde.

The legendary retired Peter Muschal Elementary School Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Judy Pesce, continues to lead the extremely popular KinderReady Program. Children entering Kindergarten this fall are introduced to a wide variety of activities that prepare them for the next stage of their educational life.

Our summer programs appeal to the interest of all students. There are numerous athletic camps such as Basketball, Soccer, Field Hockey, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Track, Tumbling and Dance Camp. Art and music camps for those with a creative spirit include Ukulele, Playing Piano, Wizards Camp and Art Camps. Woodworking, Kids Dig STEM and Super STEM I are technology camps for students who love to problem solve while Mr. Poole’s Adventure Camp and Explore the Outdoors are adventure camps for kids that love to explore and discover. Most recreation programs and camps are supported by a Before Care and/or After Care component that provides extended childcare from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.

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Leaping Dog Art Studios A Memorable Name and a Memorable Place When asked why she named her Art Studio “Leaping Dog Art Studios,” owner and Director Jennifer Szeto will explain that she wanted her studio to be a “happy” place and (being the doting dog owner she is) equated the pure unbridled happiness of her dog leaping in the woods with the pure happiness one experiences when “in the zone” making something with your hands.

“Creating is good for you,” says Szeto, and she opened Leaping Dog with the sole purpose of providing a place for people to pursue creative activities — mostly drawing and painting and now ceramics.

“There are numerous studies citing the therapeutic benefits of making things with your hands. Creating something with your hands fosters pride and satisfaction, but also has been linked to decreasing stress, relieving anxiety, and elevating your mood.”

Inspired by the writings of Sir Ken Robinson on the importance of creativity and Peter Gray on the importance of unstructured play for young children, Szeto (a Bordentown resident of 14 years) set out to offer unique art classes and workshops that fit the needs of clients of every age and level. “Whether you are a beginner or someone who just wants to try something new or get back into creating, we welcome you. As a busy mother of two, balancing work and family, I can relate to the fact that many adults hardly allow themselves quality ‘me’ time, and I think we offer unique opportunities for these kinds of people.

“For instance, we offer four-week pottery courses for adults, and we schedule weekly BYOB Paint and

Pottery Nights. We also thoughtfully offer classes like ‘Messy Art Mornings’ and ‘Storybook Art Class’ between possible nap times; allowing caretakers of young children (ages 2 to 5) a valuable opportunity to get out of the house, meet other parents, have their children socialize, and experience messy art play in a nurturing and welcoming environment.”

Similarly, Szeto describes how Leaping Dog’s after-school and Saturday morning art programs offer school-aged children valuable opportunities to pursue a more indepth education in drawing and painting (something that is sadly and commonly lacking in public school art programs — not due to choice but because of 35-45 minute scheduling restraints that result in school children having limited authentic art experiences.)

When young students at Leaping Dog are heard to exclaim, “I don’t want to leave“ or, “Can I sleep here?” because they love the atmosphere and when adult ceramics students say, “Thank you for creating this safe haven. Leaping Dog is my happy place,” I think it is safe to say that Leaping Dog Art Studios is doing something right. “We are lucky to have such a place in Bordentown City,” says many a local.

Leaping Dog Art Studios is currently enrolling students for summer art camps and booking private art parties and lessons.

Please check out their website (www.leapingdogartstudios) for their full schedule and like them on Facebook or follow them on Instagram (#leapingdogartstudios, #ldas, #ldasclay).

Leaping Dog Arts 325 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown 08505. 609-400-5623. www.leapingdogartstudios.com.

Hamilton Area YMCA Sawmill Branch Flexible Schedules • 5 day per week options: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pre camp 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Post Camp 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

• 3 day per week option (you pick the days): 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. pre and post camp included.

• Bus Transportation to and from Camp is available from the JKR Branch and AMC Movie Theater

Choose From Traditional Camp Sports Camps Travel Camps Art Camps Science Camps

Camp Open Houses • Saturday, March 7 from 12:30 – 3:00 p.m. at the Sawmill Branch • Saturday, May 2 from 12:30 – 3:00 p.m. at the Sawmill Branch

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Ewing Recreation Department Day & Teen Travel Camp With snow on the ground and the cold weather, now is the ideal time to make your children’s summer camp plans. The Ewing Recreation Department offers programs for students entering kindergarten through 9th grade, plus counselor in training programs for 9th and 10th graders.

Camps run from June 22 through August 28. Registration is open at communitypass.net, click on LOGIN, and enter Ewing to set up an account. Register by April 6 and save 5 percent. Programs are open to residents and non-residents of Ewing.

The Ewing Recreation Department is extremely flexible as far as which weeks students attend, if they attend full or partial weeks, or even only attend half days. With all camp activities taking place at the Ewing Senior & Community Center (the former JCC) at 999 Lower Ferry Road, with the exception of field trips, camp programs happen every week public schools are not in session, including that last week before school starts. With indoor and outdoor facilities on site weather is not

a problem!

The camp has a full-time nurse and Red Cross certified life guards.

All counselors are trained and certified in first aid. Financial assistance is available.

Camp is divided into two sections based on age. Day Camp is for children entering kindergarten through 5th grade. Campers will attend camp on site four days a week and travel off-site every Thursday. Their camp days include swimming twice a day (lessons in the mornings and free swim in the afternoons), arts and crafts, nature, cooking, special events, theme days, athletics, and dance and drama. Campers have the option of bringing lunch or purchasing lunch from the snack bar.

From June 29 to August 14, children entering 6th to 9th grades participate in Teen Travel. In this popular program they travel four days a week and have the run of the camp on Thursdays while the elementary school students travel. Each day offers a new experience. Teens may participate in regular day camp the other weeks. Once a week they have a beach or water day. Trips will include favorites like Belmar, Pt. Pleasant, Jenkinson’s, Dorney Park, Mohawk Lake and other fun filled trips.

The Counselor in Training pro-

gram is open to Ewing residents entering 9th and 10th grades. These junior counselors work with the younger campers and rotate age groups. CITs also have group meetings led by senior staff to discuss their experiences and grow as individuals and as a group.

Camp hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Early hours (from 7:30 a.m.) and late hours (to 6 p.m.) are available for an additional fee. Registration and fees are due by June 5 for the first five weeks (through July 24). Registration fees include field trips, swim lessons, and all other activities.

Weekly rates are $270 for Ewing Residents, and $360 for non-residents. The teen travel is $335 for residents, and $415 for non-residents. Counselors in Training (CIT) is $55 and is only open to Ewing residents. Multi-child discounts are available. A $25 late fee per family will be added for late registrations.

Financial assistance is available.

Recreation Department hours are 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends.

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Education, Enlightenment, and Excellence

Hopewell Valley YMCA Hopewell Valley’s Best Camp for Working Families!

Conveniently located at Toll Gate Elementary school in downtown Pennington, Hopewell Valley YMCA offers a high-quality state-licensed and ACA-accredited day camp experience for children in grades K to 8 with daily swim instruction, weekly field trips, and a variety of fun filled outdoor and indoor activities led by highly trained staff.

We offer three different camp options. Our Traditional Day Camp is for grades K6, and our Tom Jackson Sports Camp is for grades 3-6.

And the Youth Activity Center is for grades 6 to 8.

Our goal for our Traditional Day Camp is for campers to have fun and build lasting friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

Campers will get to grow individually and as a team through our extensive hands-on curriculum. Campers will be placed in groups based on age and participate in specialty activities such as arts & crafts, games, sports, and science. All campers receive instructional and recreational

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his honor at our annual Tom Jackson Champion Golf Tournament. Proceeds from the event go to the Tom Jackson Fund. Through this fund, Tom’s legacy and love of sports continues in support of Hopewell Valley YMCA youth sport programs so every child in the Hopewell Valley community can participate and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. Our Tom Jackson Sports Camp runs from June 29 to August 21.

In addition to offering three different types of camps, we also offer several time options for

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campers. By offering three different time options, the Hopewell Valley YMCA camp is able to give parents the flexibility they need when choosing a day camp for their children. Our Full Day camp runs from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., allowing parents time to drop kids off without being rushed in the morning, or having to leave work early to pick them up. In addition, we offer a Core Camp Day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and a Flex Camp Day from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Parents can register for one of the three day length options at different price points to fit their particular schedule.

In addition to our traditional camp activities, our Safety Town camp for children entering Kindergarten in the fall is a community project designed to provide hands-on safety education for children.

A realistic, child-sized town with miniature streets, buildings, crosswalks, and working traffic lights, Safety Town offers an authentic setting for bicycle, pedestrian, and vehicular safety instruction. This one-week summer program to be held June 24 to 28 features visits by police, firefighters, paramedics, and other local first responders.

Come join the fun and make new friends at the Hopewell Valley YMCA! Hopewell Valley YMCA 62 South Main Street, Pennington 609-737-3048 www.hvymca.org See ad, page 4.

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swimming during the week as well as a daily snack. In addition, we schedule weekly trips. Weekly trips and daily activities are selected to provide campers with a true camp experience. This camp runs from June 22 to August 28.

Under the direction of our trained and certified Y staff, our YMCA Youth Activity Center creates a home away from home environment that will help kids ages 1114 have the best summer ever! With activities including outdoor sports, performing arts, astronomy, non-cooking classes and exciting field trips, we are confident that our diverse programs will have something for every camper! YAC runs June 29 through August 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Main Office.

Campers enrolled in the Tom Jackson Sports Camp will receive structured fun drills and activities in various sports during the course of the week to strengthen their sportsmanship and personal skills.

All campers receive instructional and recreational swimming during the week as well as daily snack and weekly trips per scheduled groupings.

Our sports camps are supported by the Hopewell Valley YMCA’s Tom Jackson Fund in honor of Thomas R. Jackson, a long time Pennington resident and dedicated sports enthusiast. Tom’s friends and family remember his dedication to an active and healthy life and as a person who epitomized the teamwork, determination, and competitive spirit of a champion.

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Rambling Pines Day Camp

More Than Just a Camp: It’s an Experience

More Than Four Decades of Summer Fun Rambling Pines Day Camp in Hopewell will be embarking on their 45th season. They invite interested families to come for a visit on one of their upcoming Open House dates: Sundays, March 8 or 22, or April 5, 1 to 3 p.m.

Rambling Pines offers a lower pricing tier for full time preschool through 1st grade campers — the aptly named Pine Cone Camp. In addition, all ages can take advantage of more generous sibling discounts. The second child in a family receives a 10 percent discount, the third a 25 percent discount, and the fourth a 50 percent discount.

Rambling Pines Day Camp provides door-to-door transportation at no extra cost. This includes the Princeton, Plainsboro, South Brunswick, West Windsor, Robbinsville, Hamilton, Lawrenceville, Skillman, Belle Mead, Hillsborough, Hopewell, Pennington, Branchburg, Lambertville, Flemington, New Hope, Washington Crossing, and Yardley areas. Lunch is also included in the tuition. Rambling Pines is all about service.

Rambling Pines Day Camp has created a fun, exciting, and nurturing environment for children between the ages of 3 and 15. The camp has four beautiful heated swimming pools, air-conditioned interior spaces, and activities to suit every child’s likes and abilities.

Rambling Pines’ mature, experienced staff provides instruction in swimming, arts and crafts, computers, dancing, drama, fishing, gymnastics, golf, music, mountain boarding, nature study, soccer, softball, tennis, street hockey, mountain biking, basketball, volleyball, boating, ceramics, and more. Club and elective activities let campers

get more of what they like. Horseback riding is also available.

The camp is run over eight weeks, from June 29 to August 21.

Parents can pick and choose which weeks work best for them. To make transportation easier, Rambling Pines requests a minimum of two consecutive weeks. Visit the website at www.ramblingpines.com for more details.

Rambling Pines Day Camp Box 3, Hopewell 08525 609-466-1212 www.ramblingpines.com See ad, page 27.

Little Friends School

Camp Changes Lives! The JCC Abrams Camps is more than just a camp, it's an EXPERIENCE! Their premier camp program is for PreK thru 10th grades at an incredible campus with three outdoor pools, Mega 30' rock wall, Ninja Adventure Track, athletic fields, sports courts, organic gardens and indoor & outdoor facilities. All camp fees include air-conditioned transportation, nutritious & delicious catered lunches and snacks. Weekly activities include aquatics, sports, creative & performing arts, outdoor adventure, STEM, nature, electives & camp traditions that create memories of a lifetime.

Unplug your tweens & teens at one of their exciting travel programs too! The Tweens (6th-7th grades) is the best of both worlds with weekly elective activities, camp traditions, fun off-site trips and overnight excursions. The Teen Travelers (8th9th grades) embark on an exciting journey filled with daily adventures and week-long once-in-a-lifetime extended trips.

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TODDLER, PRESCHOOL, KINDERGARTEN* & SUMMER CAMP • Certified Staff • 18 Months to 5 Years •School Hours: 7am - 6pm • Strong Emphasis on Literacy & Mathematical Reasoning • Integrated Experiences in Science & Social Studies • Music & Art • Yoga • Soccer Program • Summer Camp: 18 months to 11 years • Holiday Care Available * Kindergarten Cut Off Date: 12/31 REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR & SUMMER CAMP

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in camping! They bus from two states (NJ and PA) including Bucks, Mercer, Monmouth and Middlesex counties. Take a private tour or meet the Camp Directors at their March Madness Open House on Sunday, March 29, from noon to 3 p.m. Join TODAY with big Winter savings. For more information visit the website at www.jccabramscamps.org or call 609- 606-7070.

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SpaRk YOuR Child’S inneR ninja Code Ninjas Camps offer an immersive environment for children to explore technology, develop new skills, and have a great time with friends. it’s an unforgettably fun learning experience!

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Liberty Lake Day Camp Summer Camp, the Antidote to Modern Society Parenting in 2020 is seriously difficult. Trust me, I know. It takes a level of discipline and commitment that our parents never had to deal with — mainly because of digital devices.

Then there’s Social Media — OMG! smh! Likes, friends, unfriends/unfollows, online bullying, predators, and pornography - all just clicks away if you aren’t paying attention…PAY ATTENTION!!

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can parents battle this ever-growing monster, especially during summer vacation when kids have even more free time to feed their screen addiction.

There is an answer, an oasis away from screens, where children talk to each other. A step back in time, before digital data began stressing us all out: SUMMER CAMP! TRADITIONAL Summer Camp: Outdoors with grass, trees, humidity, sunscreen, bugs, and dirt. Learning how to swim, and how to hold a baseball/softball bat, a paintbrush, and a guitar. Where kids muster the courage to talk to strangers, ask for help, climb a rock wall, leap onto a stage or off a zipline platform!

And what happens when it rains?

I’ll tell you what doesn’t happen — kids don’t melt like the wicked witch of the west! They actually have a BLAST jumping in puddles, getting soaked, and playing — it’s what kids are supposed to do when they’re KIDS. Humans are not born with great social skills. These are skills we learn and practice. Babies scream when upset, eventually learning how to express themselves to their parents and caregivers. Camp continues that process. Campers are put into challenging situations, requiring them to critically think through the best possible solutions — just like real (adult) life! Sometimes they will overcome obstacles and succeed, and sometimes they will simply fail — which is a super important life lesson, achieved more often without parental interference.

Parents spend or borrow huge sums of money for college to prepare their children for life. Comparatively speaking, an investment into Summer Camp is a bargain for the life skills it develops in a young person. Communication, collaboration, creativity, independence, making and keeping friends are “soft skills” that employers are seeking in the 21st century.

Consider giving your kids an oldschool summer camp experience that they will learn from and cherish for the rest of their lives — it could end up being the wisest parental investment you ever make!

— Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director of Liberty Lake Day Camp, Past President of American Camp Association NY/NJ, and host of the Day Camp Podcast Liberty LaKe Day Camp 195 Florence-Columbus Road, Bordentown 08505. 609-499-7820 www.libertylakedaycamp.com See ad, page 13.

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Code Ninjas Half and Full-day Camps at Karate-Themed Kids Coding Center You’ve probably heard the word coding, but never considered it a second language. The local owners of the new Robbinsville Code Ninjas are working to change that by putting in the time to help teach the next generation valuable problemsolving, math and team building skills all while having a blast! Code Ninjas, a new tech learning center, is located at 1063 Washington Blvd. in Robbinsville. Coding is the way of the future and is already considered a second language by the top tech corporations such as Google, IBM and Facebook, and there’s demand by parents who recognize the importance of introducing kids early on to these skills.

Vishal and Jigna Patel teamed up with longtime friends and fellow parents, Ankur Shah and Avani Trivedi, to bring Robbinsville an exciting and much needed educational opportunity in the ever-growing technological world. Patel and Shah both work professionally in the Information Technology field.

Their curiosity for computers and technology started at a young age,

even with no formal coding until later in their educational careers.

Their love for technology and coding inspired them to create more opportunities for children in the community to experience technology at an earlier age.

“We both know first-hand how beneficial coding can be. Developing skills like critical thinking and collaboration are vital in the classroom and in everyday life,” said Patel. “I think Code Ninjas is a great way to ‘fill in the blanks’ of what’s missing from school curriculums.

We love how kids are able to have fun everyday learning skills that are being used more and more every

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Robbinsville children ages 7-14 can look forward to visiting the new Code Ninjas center to learn how to code in a fun, safe, and social learning environment where gaming is celebrated, and STEM is cool.

The new center will also teach robotics while encouraging collaboration and team building. Everything about Code Ninjas is built around fun, which keeps kids coming back.

But the center also provides the results that parents are looking for, as their children gain coding and problem-solving skills they’ll need for the future, no matter what path they choose.

Code Ninjas accomplishes this with a robust, game-based curriculum made up of nine belts, just like martial arts. The curriculum is selfpaced, but not self-taught; kids get immediate help and encouragement from Code Senseis and fellow students as they advance from white to black belt. The program keeps kids motivated with little wins along the way, and “Belt-Up” celebrations where they receive colorcoded wristbands to mark their graduation to the next level. By the time a child finishes the program, they will publish an app in an app store.

Code Ninjas offers a variety of opportunities for children to get involved. The new center will have themed camps all year round and will offer Summer Camps when school is out of session. Our camps will include Game Builders Club, Roblox Create, Storytelling in Scratch, Minecraft, and so much more!

For more information about the Robbinsville Code Ninjas location, please visit bit.ly/welcometothedojo or call 609-208-3724.

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JUNE 22 – SEPT 4, 2020 Arts Camps at West Windsor Arts Center are more than an alternative to traditional day camp. They offer kids the chance to unleash their imagination!

Have fun and make friends while developing skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, comics, digital art, fashion, theater, filmmaking, music and more.

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Team85 Fitness & Wellness, Bordentown For Healthy Families Step up to the plate. Shoot a few hoops. Kick a soccer ball. Make a splash in a super swimming pool. Lead a cheer. Kick up your heels in a dance class, create a painting, complete a crafts project and take a fun bus ride to our optional field trips.

Those are just a few of the activities offered at Team85’s Summer Camp in Bordentown. Located in the spacious, state-of-the-art Team85 Fitness & Wellness center, the summer camp welcomes girls and boys (ages 4-13) to an array of fun activities supervised by professional trainers and instructors.

Camp is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and parents have the option of early drop-off and late pick up as Team85 offers free child care to members of the facility.

“A happy camper is an active camper,” says Camp Director, Amanda Douglass. “We offer a safe and fun environment with the core values of physical fitness and an emphasis on wellness, as well as cultivating good eating and exercise habits,” she affirms. Campers develop emotional intelligence, teamwork abilities, health appreciation, leadership skills, and athletic ability, all while making new friends. More fun activities include field trips to local sports arenas and attractions.

Sports activities are held in the spacious, climate controlled Field House which includes two full size basketball courts, 80 yard turf field, as well as facilities for sports specific camps, including basketball. The aquatic center with its 25

yard pool sets the scene for professional swimming instruction and water games. All swim instructors are WSI certified and all lifeguards are CPR/AED certified.

You can make waves at a pool party, play water games, and celebrate special occasions.

Speaking of parties, campers can celebrate their birthdays any time of year with a party at Team85. Team85 has a variety of birthday party options. The newest addition to the list is the ultimate nerf party! All birthday party packages are listed on the Team85 website.

Team85 offers set menus from which campers can purchase healthy lunches. Free snacks are provided in the morning and afternoon.

During the school year, camp services are offered on school holidays where kids can get involved in a day of activities that will keep them engaged and active. These programs are called day off camps. These mini camps are great for meeting new friends, while previewing for what

is to come for the summer.

“Team85 Fitness & Wellness is an independent service provider that is a one-stop shop for every individual and family that comes to us,” says Amanda Douglass. “Because we are independent, and not a franchise, we have many more options in creating services that our members both need and enjoy that are not typical of most fitness centers. For example, there is a luxurious salon and spa on site that offers an array of luxury spa services and hair styling.” Says Amanda Douglass, “We are family friendly and family focused, helping every member to be their healthiest and at their best.” Together everyone accomplishes more. That is what the Team85 family believes in.

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Painting Camp (Ages 6-13) Disney Art Camp (Ages 6-13) Fashion Design Camp (Ages 7-13) Animals & Mythical Creatures Art Camp (Ages 6-13) Stop-Motion Animation Camp (Ages 7-13) Clay Camp (*Ages 9-16) Star Wars Art Camp (Ages 6-13) Cartooning, Manga & Comic Book Art Camp (Ages 6-13) World of Wizards Art Camp (Ages 6-13) Sculpture Art Camp (Ages 6-13) Portfolio Art Boot Camp (*Ages 14-18)

SUMMER STUDY (pre-k-12) The Lewis School’s acclaimed research-based Academic Support and Enrichment for students who learn differently help many children avoid a “summer slide,” while keeping others tuned and ahead for the coming school year. Each student is provided four focused weeks of multisensory strategy and structure that promote mastery, confidence and new learning.

Classes are planned according to personal need, aptitude and interest, and taught by trained, expe-

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Morning academics emphasize basic and higher level reading, writing, spelling, math, auditory processing, comprehension and critical thinking. Our Speech Pathologists offer programs that develop effective Executive Functioning for children who struggle with homework and are disorganized, anxious and forgetful. Afternoon options are ideal for artistic, athletic and STEM oriented students. Lewis is NJAIS and NAIS accredited.

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Central NJ Ballet Theatre Disney’s Little Mermaid Musical and Dance Camps and Intensives for All Ages!

How do you make a great dance academy even greater? Create a premier space where dancers, performers and dreamers can soar even further. The Central New Jersey Ballet Theatre has done just that and is proud to announce Summer at it’s state of the art location at 221 Broad Street, Florence.

This year CNJBT will be offering four exciting Summer Programs!

Dance Camp for ages 6 to 12 years July 6 to 17, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Summer Intensive for the Intermediate to Advanced dancer August 17 to 28, Monday through Friday, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Princess Preschool Ballet and Tap July 20, 21, and 22, and Disney’s The Little Mermaid Musical for ages 6 1/2 to 14 August 10 to 21, Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.!

Auditions for lead roles for Mermaid will be on Saturday, May 16, starting at 1 p.m. at the CNJBT. Students are to contact the CNJBT

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if they wish to audition, though everyone registered will receive a role! Can’t make the audition? Video auditions are welcome! The musical will be performed on Saturday, August 22, in Florence.

For both the Disney’s Mermaid and Dance Camp, there is before and aftercare available for an extra cost. Dance Camp will consist of classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Acro, and more! Summer Intensive will have a variety of instructors from world renowned companies and programs teaching ballet, pointe, contemporary, and more!

Owner and Artistic Director Alisha Cardenas expresses the excitement that the new space has created. “The 4,500-square-foot space, in Florence, allows us to expand and improve our programs and still be local to our core community of Chesterfield, Hamilton, Hamilton Square, Trenton, Princeton, Burlington County, Burlington City, Yardville, and Columbus. We are in the heart of town and now have room for two full studios that can be opened into a state-of-theart performance space.

There will be something offered for everyone! Our new facility is dedicated to my late mother, who was my inspiration, naming it the

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Christine Cardenas Center for Performing Arts Education. She encouraged so many artists, dancers and dreamers,” says Cardenas.

“We are particularly proud to have one of the area’s only professional quality sprung dance floors. For the summer intensive we bring in professional dancers from major companies that are based out of NYC and Philadelphia!”

For more information and to register please call the CNJBT at 609424-3192 or through the website www.cnjballet.com.

Central NJ Ballet Theatre 221 Broad Street, Florence 08518.

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Summer Programs at Princeton Day School is designed to give campers unforgettable summer experiences! The exceptional staff, including many longtime PDS faculty, has been busy creating new programs and perfecting perennial favorites to delight campers of all ages. PDS Summer Programs offers many a la carte programs, one for the morning and one for the afternoon, allowing campers two different specialties per week and flexibility throughout the summer!

Among the highlights: • In the Mix — DJ Camp is open to all 5-8th graders who want to learn the skills of one of the coolest careers/hobbies, being a DJ. Learn the history of song structure, beat mixing, equipment set-up and basic scratching.

• In Journal Writing, campers use their creativity, self-expression, written word and art to create pieces that are mailed away to be catalogued and placed in a library to be checked out and read!

• PDS Escape Room will chal-

lenge campers to decipher puzzles and promote teamwork to win their challenge. Daily escape room challenges will feature different historical periods.

• Out of Your Element High Ropes — Love challenges?

The newly built, state-of-the-art PDS high ropes adventure course will develop self-confidence and trust through a series of group initiatives and games. Campers will have the opportunity to challenge themselves on elements including the giant swing, catwalk, zip wire, and islands. Truly an amazing experience!

• Our one week Language Arts courses for grades 1-2 include the Magic Tree House series of books, where students will read the books, do comprehension worksheets and craft projects to reinforce their understanding of the book.

We are also offering two-week language arts studies that includes Charlotte’s Web and The Black Stallion for 3-4th graders and Treasure Island for 5-6th graders.

• Returning favorites include Tennis, Chess and Pretty Brook Farm

Camp Mercyville Where Kids Meet Jesus June 22-August 7 · 8:30am - 5:15pm (early & after care available) Day Camp, where 1-4th graders take hikes, play sports and create arts and crafts all in one week! And Crazy for Clay awakens children’s inner Michelangelo; during the twoweek program, create and paint, then kiln finish your project and take it home on the last Friday!

• Visit our website for full course list and register soon, spaces are limited! www.pds.org/summer-program.

• Attend our Open House on Saturday, April 25, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Princeton Day School Campus Center, 650 Great Road, Princeton.

Or contact us at 609-279-2700 x 1342 for a private tour.

Camp Director: mcapizzi@gracewaybc.org www.campmercyville.org Our goal is to provide Spiritual & Character-building Educational Programs for your Children and a whole lot of FUN! Check out our other summer camps: · Push the Rock Basketball Camp: July 27-31 · VBS & Adventure Camp: August 10-14

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DISCOVER something new and UNIMAGINABLE Experience college while you’re still in High School through a Rider University Pre-College Program. This summer, you can explore your academic and artistic interests to lead you toward a major and guide you in pursuing a potential career.

Engage in projects or performances, attend special events and workshops, and learn from Rider’s distinguished faculty, alumni, accomplished industry experts and award-winning professionals.

You’ll get a firsthand experience to college life – from eating in the dining hall and living in the residence halls to being introduced to the rigor of a college-level course. Learn what it’s like to BE A BRONC.

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Russian School of Mathematics Award-Winning Program Comes to Princeton The Russian School of Mathematics (RSM), the award-winning, after-school math program for K-12 students, is coming to Princeton! Recently named “one of the top 10 schools” with our students “some of the brightest young people in the world” by the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, we help children of all levels excel in mathematics.

Our Story. RSM was opened in 1997 by a mother and expert teacher, both Soviet emigres, who, disappointed by the level of math education in the United States, opened a school for their own children and the children of their community.

Our curriculum and methodology, perfected over the last 22 years by our team of gifted academics, is inspired by elite mathematical schools in the former Soviet Union, adapted for the American educational environment. With multiple levels for every grade, from beginner to competition, our curriculum is designed to develop each child to his or her full potential.

Today our program serves over 30,000 K-12 students across North America and has been featured in the Atlantic, Boston Globe, NPR and TED. What is Russian Math? According to Russian tradition, the study of mathematics is the preeminent tool of mental development. Learn math the right way and your cognitive abilities

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actually improve. The top academic minds of the Soviet Union were tasked with developing this “right way” and the resulting methods and textbooks came to be used by elite schools globally including in China, India, and Europe. In time, the Russian methodology gave rise to millions of Soviets with a deep mathematical foundation, who could think critically, creatively, and logically.

The Soviet regime had unwittingly developed generations of thinkers who could see through it and who escaped its grasp the minute it loosened.

Our Approach. Our program continues in the tradition of Russian math with a focus on our four pillars: 1. Early Development of Abstract Thinking: Studies show that children are ready for abstract thinking at an early age. Our students begin to reason with abstract concepts in elementary school, and by middle school they are not only familiar with essential elements of algebra but can easily apply them in problem solving.

2. Building Mental Flexibility: Our students build connections between concepts by working with them in multiple contexts and by learning new material based on what they already know.

This empowers them with a flexibility and agility of thought as they are able to view and solve problems from multiple angles and in multiple ways.

3. Challenge: Students don’t grow when in their comfort zone, so we ensure they are consistently (and appropriately) challenged. Our students become accustomed to and enjoy the idea that there are problems that require focus, thought, and persistence. We do this by regularly engaging our students with difficult and unfamiliar problems, where they must push the boundaries of their knowledge to craft a solution.

4. Environment: The classroom environment is an essential aspect of our program. Guided by their teacher through the common effort of learning and discovery, students learn how to de bate, explain and verbalize their thinking to a group of like-minded peers. This not only deepens their understanding but prepares our students for university and competitive careers.

Our Princeton Location. We’re excited to be opening our doors in Princeton this summer! For questions about our program, please feel free to call us at 732-708-4905 or visit our website at www.russianschool.com.

Russian School of Mathematics 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, Princeton Junction 08550. 732-708-4905. www.russianschool.com See ad, page 22.

EWING POOLS: HOURS 12PM - 8 PM DAILY

Ewing Pool System has two locations, Hollowbrook Community Center (HCC) and Ewing Sr. & Community Center (ESCC). Pool Season runs Memorial Day - Labor Day. Pools are open weekends until June 14. Pools open full time June 15 are open daily 12:00pm - 8:00pm. HCC is available for rentals on Saturdays and is not open to public. Contact Raquel at rince@ewingnj. org for more info about rentals. Both pools have splashpads! Patrons can pay daily fee or purchase a season pass which is good for both locations!

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DAY CAMP : JUNE 22 - AUG 28 OPEN TO CHILDREN ENTERING GRADES K-5

All activities at ESCC except for trips.Camp Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Early Hours: 7:30am - 8:30am, Late Hours: 4:30pm – 6:00pm. Activities include swim lessons, free swim, arts & crafts, dance, nature, weekly trips, cooking, Counselor in Training (CIT) program, special events and much more. $270 for Ewing Residents, $360 for non-residents

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TEEN TRAVEL: June 29 - Aug 14 OPEN TO CHILDREN ENTERING GRADES 6 – 10

Camp is a 7 week program. Camp Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Early Hours: 7:30am 8:30am Late Hours: 4:30pm – 6:00pm. Trips include Belmar Beach, Water Parks, Camel Beach, Jenkinson’s, 6 Flags & more! Travel 4 days, 1 day at camp.

Weekly Rate: $335 for Ewing Residents, $415 for non-residents

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YMCA Camp Mason Camp Counts Here at Camp Mason, we say Camp Counts because for 120 years, we have welcomed campers to be a part of our caring, inclusive community where they are valued and can grow physically, emotionally, intellectually, morally and socially. We strive for excellence, relevance and innovation so that all our campers are empowered and improve their well-being.

We could go on and on about the benefits of YMCA Camp Mason, but our campers say it best!

“I made so many new friends and now I know I can do anything!”

– 14 year old girl Our schedule allows campers to try new things and improve their skills while developing confidence, gaining a sense of independence, having fun and making lifelong friends. We hear from so many campers that their camp friends bring out the very best in them.

“I come to camp for all of the great activities.”

– 13 year old boy We offer archery, swimming, boating, arts and crafts, drama, mu-

sic, a climbing tower, zipline, dance, digital photography and movie making, basketball and court sports, a skate boarding park, mountain biking, hiking, aerial silks and countless other activities. Campers can even sign up for FREE off-site trips to explore our fantastic natural surroundings. There is something for everyone!

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– 10 year old boy Campers stay in comfortable cabins with each cabin determined by age and with two counselors, ensuring there is always a caring, watchful eye on your child. Our staff, from around the US and the world, are professional, trained and prepared to mentor campers throughout their stay. By treating

each child with dignity, we teach and live our values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, integrity and inclusion throughout the camp day.

“At camp I can be myself.”

– 8 year old girl 98 percent of our camper parents report that their child felt a sense of belonging at camp, and 93 percent of parents indicated that their child’s self-image improved as a result of attending YMCA Camp Mason. By connecting youth with positive adult role models and encouraging the development of independence and strong values, your child will thrive at camp.

Join us at YMCA Camp Mason for your BEST SUMMER EVER! To learn how Camp Counts in your child’s life please go to our website at www.campmason.org, call 908362-8217 or email information@ campmason.org for more information or to register.

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for High School Students Engage in environmental investigations with professors & professionals through hands-on activities, scientific techniques, and actual conservation projects!

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Watershed Academy for High School Students Campers for a Better Environment As fires burn hundreds of acres in the West, snowstorms bury the Rockies, and floods engulf the South simultaneously, the harsh realities of climate change prompt today’s students to search for real solutions to global warming and widespread environmental degradation.

Students in the Watershed Academy for High School Students learn about answers to some of today’s most pressing environmental issues as they engage in field research and participate in conservation projects. These weeklong sum-

mer courses at The Watershed Institute in Pennington spark curiosity, instill passion, and provide opportunities for students to explore research and career options.

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trol from Princeton University engineers. In a Sept. 20 Los Angeles Times article, some of these students voiced hope after they learned about hydrogen cells that power homes and cars as well as some green architecture techniques that save water and energy.

Some participated in the global Friday Climate Strike.

Summer 2020 will feature six Academy courses that immerse students in outdoor settings as they identify and design solutions to problems explored in the Stream Science, Climate Change, Environmental Field Science, Clean Water, Green Architecture and Environmental Advocacy offerings.

“Students are the change agents and we want them to discover skills needed to create better outcomes on vexing environmental issues,” said Jim Waltman, Executive Director of The Watershed Institute. “Not only will they gain a deeper understanding of the urgent issues and solutions, they will develop the tools needed to advocate for policy changes.”

Along coastal waterways, Academy students last summer removed micro plastics from the water and beaches to improve wildlife habitat.

Learning outside, exploring topics in the lab, and diving into environmental science with field trips were some highlights for last summer’s students. The Watershed Institute exposes students to practical solutions for improving water quality, like installing floating wetlands to absorb nutrients from a polluted lake.

Giancarlo Grullon, 15, of Trenton said he gained a broad overview on “climate change, things like hydrogen fuel cells, how greenhouse gases affect our environment, and how we need to stop climate change before it gets too hot.” One Academy student wrote in the Stream Science survey, “It helped further inspire me to get involved in stream health/biology and gave me a really good foundation of information.” Added another Academy student, “I hope I’ll be better prepared for environmental coursework and potential volunteering and job opportunities.”

Registration for the summer Watershed Academy is open to the public online at thewatershed.org/ academy. Qualified individuals can receive scholarships and stipends to attend.

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PRISMS A Close & International Community Princeton International School of Mathematics and Science (PRISMS) is a coeducational independent boarding and day school for students in grades 9 to 12.

PRISMS immerses a multicultural, self-motivated student body in an integrated STEM-centered curriculum and a research program that identifies and develops each student’s potential. The PRISMS approach promotes critical thinking, imagination, and deep curiosity, and enables students to ask meaningful questions and to contribute to a diverse and dynamic world.

PRISMS students learn classes with well-qualified faculty. The faculty to students ratio at PRISMS is 1 to 5. The small-class education allows students to fully engage in meaningful discussions and establish personal relationship with the teachers. The curriculum at PRISMS is carefully designed to prepare students in the field of STEM. All science courses at PRISMS starts at honors level, and the classes catalog goes up to postAP college level courses such as linear algebra, organic chemistry,

molecular biology and data science. Additionally, the two-year research program provide students with opportunities to conduct independent research on topics of their own choice using advanced equipment like atomic force microscope (AFM), polymerase chain reaction (PCR) machine, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).

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Our students also participate in various clubs, organizations, sports teams and academic competition teams. Over 20 student-led clubs

feature activities ranging from chess, mock trial to robotics, cooking and math modeling. Our math team ranks the second nationally on the US Math Competition Association ranking, and the First Tech Robotics team has just qualified for the state-level competition in their second year.

PRISMS students live and learn in a close and international community. Students come from U.S., Canada, China, Spain, Korea, and many other countries, and in PRISMS they together build a family-like community that values different culture and believes in mutual understanding.

Despite our short history of six years, we have had 64 graduates attending top institutions such as Brown, Caltech, Cornell (3), Duke (2), MIT (6), Notre Dame, Berklee College of Music, Columbia, Carnegie Mellon (2), Rhode Island School of Design, Trinity College of Cambridge, UC Berkeley (6), University of Michigan (2), University of Chicago (3), Wellesley College, Rice University and many others.

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Summer is for Singing at Camp Westrick!

Choir Camp for rising 4th-9th Graders who love to sing. One week only July 27-31.

This fun music camp features choir rehearsals and performance with leading children’s choir directors, plus musical theater workshops, percussion classes, and more. Meets daily 9 am-3 pm;

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Poco Voce Choir for Grades 1&2 begins Thursday, March 12.

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West Windsor Arts Council All Kids Get Into the Act at This Arts Camp Arts camps have come a long way in recent years. Girls and boys of all ages, at varying skill levels and interests, get a chance to unleash their creativity and express themselves through the arts yearround at West Windsor Arts Center.

Yet, it is during the less structured summer months that kids get a chance to truly discover themselves as they sample all kinds of activities

and art forms, from digital and studio arts to filmmaking and musical theatre. Camps are themed to appeal to a broad range of interests, with a focus on adventure, learning and exploration.

Why Performing Arts Camps Fit the (Play) Bill. West Windsor Arts Council has expanded its performing arts programming to include more summer camp options because it is the perfect time for kids to develop new skills in a relaxed atmosphere. For some kids, the idea of performing may be a little intimidating — until they try it in a comfortable and encouraging setting. For others, the chance to do what they

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never done it before,” says Kirsten Sanford, Education Manager, West Windsor Arts Council. “You’ll be surprised by the number of options out there.” They might come home with more than a piece of artwork, but with a new sense of self.

West Windsor Arts Council has expanded its offering of performance arts camps this summer.

Visit westwindsorart.org/camp for a full listing and more information.

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Hamilton YMCA Camp 2020: 57 Days of Fun! Children spend nine months of the year scheduled, tested, and often stressed. The summer brings with it a relaxed schedule and the fun of summer camp, where each camper is encouraged just to be a kid!

Through PLAY, kids Learn to solve problems, make new friends, and discover the world around them which helps them grow. Summer Camp at the Hamilton Area YMCA offers daily activities that range from traditional camp favorites such as arts and crafts, music, sing-alongs, science lab and dance to soccer, basketball, gaga, volleyball, swimming, and so much more!

The Importance of PLAY at Camp 1. Children learn through play.

Time spent on the playground teaches campers social and cognitive skills as well as enhances physical abilities such as balance.

2. Play is healthy. Activity such as playing on the soccer fields is critical for children to grow strong and healthy.

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carefree in the sprinklers provides an outlet for children to release anxiety.

4. Play is more complex than you’d think. How children learn through play has been studied extensively. Following the game rules of GAGA, for example is a form of learning.

5. Making time for play is important to cognitive, language, physical, social and emotional development. Campers experience 3 daily activities periods and 2 swim periods each day providing

plenty of time for as much play as possible.

6. Outside play is critical for exploring the world. Building forts, nature hikes, playing in the sand, and climbing the traversing wall are not only healthy, but build lasting memories.

7. Play comes naturally in a camp setting. Given the time to play, at the pool, at the playground, at the pavilion, children do amazing things!

8. Play is how children learn.

Intermediate & Advanced: Ages 10 and up* directors discretion August 17th thru 28th • 5:30pm TOto 8:30pm • Mon-Fri Master Instructors for Ballet, Contemporary, Pointe, Reparatory, Variations and more!

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We have worked hard to plan an exciting summer of interesting and engaging camps and fun special events! Our Coordinators are college graduates who are working professionals in the fields of education and child development with over 31 years of camp experience and 13 years of teaching experience And, our counselors are second to none, having had extensive training to welcome your children for the summer. For more information, visit hamiltonymca.org/sawmillbranch.

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The Central NJ Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker 2017!

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December 8thCamp @ 7pm Villathru Victoria Academy NJ August 10th 21st, 9 amTheater, to 3pmEwing, • Mon-Friday Camp!

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Princeton Dance & Theater Studio Dance for All Levels Princeton Dance & Theater Studio (PDT) offers early pricing for their renowned iBallet Summer Intensive and on all other summer programs until March 15. PDT ballet instructors are all Fellows of American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum, a breakthrough 8 level program that combines high quality artistic training with the basics of dancer health and child development.

The ABT National Training Curriculum consists of a comprehensive set of age-appropriate, outcome-based guidelines to provide the highest quality ballet training to dance students of all ages and skill levels.

Educational and fun dance programs await students of all levels ages 2.5 through adult at PDT’s Forrestal Village location. For the

youngest dancers, PDT offers Dance With Me throughout the summer. Amazingly priced at just $45 - $60 for five or seven 30-minute sessions, these classes are the perfect introduction to dance. For young dancers who are ready to dance alone, PDT offers Saturday Pre-Primary and Primary dance classes as well as the popular morning camp, Dancing Stars (Ages 5-7) which combine dance, crafts, and fun!

More experienced elementary age dancers will love PDT’s Young Dancer Summer Intensive (Ages 8-12). This full day program, offered for one to six weeks June 24 to August 2 includes a daily ballet technique class along with a variety of other classes including Choreography, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Flamenco! Additionally, Tuesday and Thursday evening ballet classes are offered June 25 to August 15 for this age group.

Serious ballet dancers from

around the country travel to PDT for its renowned Summer Intensive (Ages 11 to 20). The Intensive uses the American Ballet Theater National Training Curriculum® and brings in master teachers to teach the students, including Franco DeVito, former Principal of American Ballet Theatre’s JKO School. The fiveweek program, which runs from June 24 to July 26, requires an audition. Additionally, serious ballet dancers can take a week long Repertoire Intensive during the second week of August.

Interested in musical theater or adult dance? Tap is offered Thursday evenings July 2 through August

6. PDT’s popular Adult/Teen Ballet will be offered four evenings a week from June 17 through August 21.

For more information and to register online go to www.PrincetonDance.com, email the studio at studiomanager@princetondance.com, or call 609-514-1600. You can also visit the studio, which is located in Princeton’s Forrestal Village next to the food court.

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MUS Rider University Students Choose Rider After Attending Summer PreCollege Programs Each summer, motivated high school students attend a Rider University Pre-College Program to explore their academic and artistic interests before declaring their intended major and pursuing a potential career.

High schoolers engage in projects or performances, attend special events and workshops, and learn from Rider’s distinguished faculty, alumni, accomplished industry experts and award-winning professionals.

“The BRONCast Sports Media camp was an amazing experience and I learned so much. It definitely pushed me to apply to Rider,” says sophomore journalism major Dylan Manfre, who is now the sports editor of The Rider News.

These immersive summer residential programs provide a firsthand experience to college life – from eating in the dining hall and living in the residence halls to being introduced to the rigor of a collegelevel course.

When Timothy Bradford, a current Musical Theatre major, participated in the summer program, he found the Rider students and faculty to be supportive and welcoming.

“We create a nurturing atmosphere and work to develop each student's talent, no matter if they are a beginner or have experience,” says Trent Blanton, Director of the Musical Theatre Institute.

Due to the success of their youth summer programs, Rider has expanded their PreCollege offerings to include programs in Game Design, Entrepreneurship, Political News Reporting, Film and Media, Technical Theatre, Dance and Movement, and also Rock Band.

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Westminster Conservatory Summer Music Camps Westminster Conservatory’s summer music camps offer a wide range of musical experiences for toddlers through high-school kids… with or without previous musical experience. Beginners to advanced students can enjoy choral, strings, piano, flute, and chamber music camps as well as musical theater and jazz camps. Early childhood music camps provide a great introduction to musical exploration for the younger students.

Westminster Conservatory’s camp faculty are experienced teachers and performers who are excited to share their musical and artistic passion with the students. If you are looking for a nurturing and stimulating environment for your child to explore and discover the world of music with other kids who share the same excitement, check out Westminster Conservatory! Visit our website to register! www.rider. edu/conservatorycamps Westminster Conservatory of Music www.rider.edu/conservatorycamps See ad, page 25.

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