CAMP and SUMMER PROGRAMS Guide

Swap screen time for nature as you learn and explore in an outdoor classroom. Your child will love their one-of-a-kind, week-long camp experiences taught by teachers and highly trained naturalists. Find an outdoor adventure to inspire an appreciation for their natural world, unlocking a summer full of learning, reflection, friends, and fun. Choose from nine unique camp themes. Register early, as camp sessions often sell out. Financial assistance available. 216-321-5935, shakerlakes.org/camp

This summer, campers will be exploring the Ten Wonders of The Nest, which make up some of the most important characteristics of who we are and what we believe to be integral components in young children’s development. Throughout their 10-week summer program campers will dive into each of the wonders through various games, activities, field trips, and special events that promote the deep exploration of each topic, promote learning and build valuable skills for life. thenestschool.com

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Calling all piano-playing and music-loving students for Piano Cleveland’s collaborative program, Piano Pals. Participants are matched with a “Piano Pal” from the Cleveland International Piano Competition & Institute for Young Artists and get a behind-the-scenes look at how young stars develop their artistry. They’ll also observe masterclasses and performances and even serve on a “Junior Jury” to award prizes during the Competition (and more!). The program is sponsored by Kaulig Giving. Registration: Opens April 1. The $30 Registration Fee will give students access to any Piano Pals activity they choose between June and July. pianocleveland.org

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Enrich your child’s summer with chess camp. Students learn and improve at the intriguing game of chess. Camps conducted by PWC, experienced provider of after-school chess programs in 50+ Northeast Ohio locations. Players of all levels, beginner to advanced, will receive plenty of individual attention in small groups divided by age and skill level. Activities include a healthy mixture of interactive lessons and supervised open play. Register at progresswithchess.org/camps

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The Summit County Historical Society of Akron, Ohio presents Farm Fridays from June 2 through August 25. These free weekly summer Friday programs are for children Pre K-6th grades. Starting at 10:30 a.m., each program explores local history with arts and crafts, storytelling, music, sports and historical artifacts from our collection. Held on the Perkins Stone Mansion property, 550 Copley Road, Akron. For information, 330-535-1120 or visit summithistory.org

Keep your kids active at Super Ninja Zone Summer Camp. Kids will climb, swing, balance, run and jump their way through the summer on their Ninja Warrior obstacles with themed weeks like heroes, ninjas, and sports week. Their summer camp features guided games and challenges, field trips to local parks, arts and crafts, fitness classes, movies, snack times, and special events on Fridays. Half-day & full-day options. Single-day, 3-day, and full-week options. Ages 5-13. superninjazone.com

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