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Alphabetland Day Camp & School 1775 Newbridge Road North Bellmore 11710 1260 Meadowbrook Road Merrick 11566 826-9339 or 867-7484 We have been serving the community since 1972. Our campers enjoy swimming, arts and crafts, gymnastics and special events. Children (ages 8-12) go on daily trips, including Met games,' rock climbing and to the beach. Our small size guarantees personal attention. Licensed by NYS and Department of Health. Four, six, or eight week sessions available for ages 3-7 and our traveling camp ages 8-12. Camp session June 30Aug.22, 2003. Registration in progress, call 867-7484 or 826-9339.
Camp Connection 379-4102 Free Advisory Service specializing In the finest Northeast Sleep-away Camps, X-Country & Int'l Teen Tours, Pre-College as well as community service programs. Over 500 programs represented in this personalized service. We are Merrick based servicing Long Island for 20 years. Finding that special program should not be left to chance or hear about your options and have info and videos sent to you on programs that are appropriate for your children. There is no fee or obligation. Call 379-4102.
Driftwood Day Camp Mt. Misery Road Melville 11747 631-692-6990 Driftwood's modern facilities, diversified recreational programs combined with a mature professional staff offer an unforgettable summer for all children. Activities and facilities include a complete athletic program, arts & crafts, three heated pools, boating, golf, hockey, tennis, video games, lacrosse, rock climbing, juggling, cheerleading, magic, professional entertainment and much more in addition to our Pre-Teen and Teen Travel Program.
. Freeport Recreation Summer Camp 130 East Merrick Road Freeport, NY 377- 2313 Freeport's Recreation Center offers a variety of camp programs providing safe, supervised fun and entertainment for youngsters ranging in age from 3 to 13years old. Each program, the Kiddie Camp, the Youth Camp and the Sports Camp, is geared toward the interests and abilities of the children enrolled in the particular group. The camps are divided into two and three week sessions, ranging in cost from $125. to $180, for residents, and higher for non-residents. For further details contact the Center at 377-2314, ext. 22.
Camp DeBaun Day Camp • Nursery School • Kindergarten 465 Atlantic Avenue, Box 68 Oceanside 11572 764-1044 www.campdebaun.com This year Camp DeBaun is welcoming yet another Third Generation" Camper, as it celebrates its 54th year in camping. The camp is accredited by the American Camping Association and welcomes children from 3 to 13. The swimming program in its two pool complex offers individualized instruction in water skills and assessment of the campers self-confidence in the water as is recommended by the American Red Cross. Extensive athletic activities include field games, rollerskating/blading, boating, climbing wall, zip line, gym- • nasties and karate plus off camp trips to other athletic activities. The Arts & Crafts section of camp provides an aura of excitement with themes, clubs and special entertainment events. Hot lunch is prepared in the camp's kitchen and transportation is provided in counselor-driven mini-buses! Foremost in the minds of all involved with Camp is to ascertain that each camper develops his/her talents to the utmost in a safe, nurturing environment.Camp DeBaun will give your child the opportunity to make new friends while creating many happy memories.
Giant Step Cooperative Nursery School 178 South Ocean Avenue Freeport 11520 223-7927 Giant Step Cooperative Nursery School offers a nurturing 3 and 6 week program for children ages 3 years through kindergarten in a warm and caring environment. Programs run from July 7 through August 14. Children will enjoy many activities including arts and crafts, music and movement, indoor and outdoor play, cooking, scavenger hunt, puppet show, sports day, storytelling and much, much more! Maximum registration 24 children.
Center for Science Teaching and Learning(CSTL) La Salle School Pine Street, Freeport ' 767-1465 (www.cstl.org) A new hands on exploration camp, under the aegis of CSTL will offer a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids ages 7-12 to experience the joy of learning from skilled science professionals, while doing their own science projects and experiments. Children will work on dinosaur dig, design bridges, build rockets from scratch and much more! Camp runs June 30-August 22 with 2,4,5,or 6 week programs. CSTL is a NASAGoddard learning site, programs are developed for children, teachers and parents.
Hofstra .University Summer Camps 250 Hofstra University, Hempstead 463-5018 www.hofstra.edu/uccesummercamps Experience the difference at Hofstra University Summer Camps! The camp that develops a child's special interests and talents and never forgets that camp should be fun. It all happens on Hofstra University's unparalleled facilities. Camps featuring academic areas such as science and computers are offers as well as programs focusing on cultural arts. Enjoy basketball in the Hofstra Arena, lacrosse on the turf and softball at the Hofstra Stadium. A rewarding experience in a safe environment is provided by our distinguished instructional staff. Let your camper experience the summer of a lifetime.
Long Island Arts Council at Freeport 130 E. Merrick Rd. Freeport 223-2522 Musical Theatre Experience for Youths & Teens A truly wonderful training experience . • Youths Ages 8-12, June 30-July 18, Monday-Friday 11a.m.-2p.m. Performance is Friday, July 18, 7:30 p.m. Three week program $180 (Performance location TBD). Teens Ages 13-18, July 21-August 15, 11a.m.-2p.m. Performances Friday, August 15 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. and Sat. August 16; 7:30p.m. Four week program $225 (Performance Location TBD). Classes also available in Jazz, Voice, Acting, Set & Light Design, and Make-Up Applications. Call 223-2522 x 14 for information.
Merokee Day School & Camp 10 Wynsum Avenue Merrick 11566 378-6333 Is quality pre-school education important to you and affordability a concern? Treat your child to a fine school and camp. Open 7:30-6:00 pm. Age 18 mos.6yrs. for school to age 9 for camp. State certified teachers and educational curriculum. School ages 18 mos - 6 yrs. Camp ages 18 mos. - 9 yrs. Full or part time. Registration ongoing.
Merrick Community Nursery. School 69 Willis Avenue Merrick 868-6000 Merrick Community Nursery School and Camp, a unique non-profit cooperative school with classes for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds. WHAT MAKES OUR CAMP UNIQUE? A summer camp with half and extended day programs for 3 to 5-year-olds. Daily swimming in our filtered wading pool and sports, tee ball and soccer on our half acre tree-lined playground provide outdoor fun. During summer session you will find the same high professional standards, positive environment and enriched program geared specifically for the preschool child. Programs such as weekly themes, creative movement and science projects create an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment. Experienced & certified early childhood teachers and counselors oversee each day. Parent participation is not required during the summer session. Visit Open House Wed., May 14 and Sat., May 17, (11am-1pm). Call for information on our reasonable rates, 2, 3, or 5 days available starting at $430.00.
Merrick Fitness & Dance 160 Merrick Road Merrick (American Legion Bldg) 623-0962 E-Mail MrkFandD@aol.com Summer Time Fun! An introduction to dance & fitness awareness using story-telling, songs, movement games & motivational music A wonderful way to introduce your preschooler to the joys of movement! 3-5 year old, morning and afternoon classes now forming. Six class session $70 Single Class $15 Registration fee waived for summer students.