Pontiac collective impact
PARTNERSHIP
ACCENT PONTIAC
Elementary Bucket Band Camp
Who’s got the beat? Start or build upon your percussion, woodwind, or brass instrument skills during this week-long day camp. Ages: Students Entering Grades 2 - 5 Fee: Free When: 7/25 - 7/29 Mon - Thurs Where: 245 E. Rundell, Pontiac More Info: (947) 957-5602 | accentpontiac.org
THE ART EXPERIENCE
Pontiac's own community art and art therapy studio is devoted to improving lives through the arts. They offer regular arts-oriented events all summer long! Learn more about their upcoming classes and events by visiting theartexperience.org
Art Parties
Create something new each month! These project-based classes are facilitated by local artists. Ages: All ages and abilities welcome; see website for exceptions Fee: See website for pricing When: Second Thursdays | 6pm Where: 175 South Saginaw Street, Pontiac
Open Studio
Spend some self-guided creative free time in our studio! Artists on staff are available for guidance. Ages: All ages Fee: $6, most materials included When: Weekly Where: 175 South Saginaw Street, Pontiac
Create Connection
Explore themes of creative self care and resiliency in these monthly artist-led activities. See website for monthly themes. Ages: All ages and abilities are welcome Fee: Free When: Last Tuesdays | 1pm Where: 175 South Saginaw Street, Pontiac
Kit Camps!
Make art while making new friends during this fun, morning summer program! All materials provided. See website for camp themes. Ages: 5 and up Fee: $15 Where: 175 South Saginaw Street, Pontiac When: June 20 - 23rd; July 25th - 28th; August 22 - 25 | 10am - 12pm EXCEPT 7/27 @ 12pm - 2pm Photo: Accent Pontiac
Arts & Culture
Music, dance, theater, oh my! These summer arts programs provide opportunities to explore new ways to express yourself. OAKLAND UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MUSIC, THEATRE, AND DANCE OU Summer Low Brass Academy
Euphonium, trombone, and tuba players will delight in this intensive focused on playing fundamentals, audition and competition prep, and more. Ages: Students Entering Grade 9 - Graduating Seniors Fee: $250, scholarships available
When: 7/11 - 7/15 | Mon - Thur 9 am - 3 pm | Fri 9am - 12pm Where: Oakland University
More Info: oakland.edu/smtd/community-engagement/summer-camps
OU Summer Jazz Intensive
Expand your knowledge of improvisation, ensemble techniques, jazz fundamentals, jazz history, and more. Designed for all levels and instruments. Ages: Students Entering Grade 9 - Graduating Seniors Fee: $50 When: 7/18 - 7/22 | Mon - Thur 10am - 3:30pm | Fri 10am - 12pm Where: Oakland University
More Info: oakland.edu/smtd/community-engagement/summer-camps
PONTIAC PUBLIC LIBRARY Youth Sewing Workshops
Sewing is one part art, one part technique, and one part fun! Learn the basics of creating garments or learning how to repair old favorites. Ages: 8 - 19 Fee: Free When: 7/11 - 8/8 | Mon | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Where: Pontiac Public Library | 60 E Pike St, Pontiac More Info: pontiaclibrary.org
START YOUTH THEATRE Youth Theatre
During this 2-week day camp, you’ll learn about music, art, and drama while rehearsing for a fully produced performance of Willy Wonka complete with costumes, sets and lights! Transportation available. Ages: Students Entering Grades 5 - 9 Fee: $350 - Scholarships Available
When: 8/1 - 8/13 | Mon - Fri | 12pm - 5pm
Performances: 8/12 @ 7pm & 8/13 @ 2pm
Where: Flagstar Strand Theatre | 12 N Saginaw, Pontiac More Info: flagstarstrand.com/summer-camp
SUMMER YOUTH ACTIVITIES 2022 IGNITE YOUR PASSION + HAVE FUN + MAKE FRIENDS