04.01.21 Summer Fun Guide

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SUMMER 2021 FUN GUIDE Your guide to summer camps in Central Florida.

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Who else is ready for some summer fun?

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t wasn’t exactly swimming weather when my wife and I took our kids to Island H2O Live! Water Park about two weeks ago over Spring Break.

Overcast, low of 60, high of 74.

But after months and months of LaunchEd, isolation and too many hours on the iPad, we didn’t care. We pulled on our swimsuits, piled into the car and embarked on our quest for epic outdoor fun.

And it didn’t disappoint. Sure, we shivered more than we slid, and we dodged any and all sprays and waterfalls as best we could, but it was worth it to see our kids let loose, if only for a few hours.

As I write this, the outdoor temperatures are climbing into the 90s for the first time this year — likely to remain that way for at least six months. Translation: It’s the perfect time to plan your summer fun.

Unlike last summer, many of your children’s favorite camps are back this year — and yes, with all

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the necessary safety precautions in place. Simultaneously, vaccines continue to roll out swiftly, with our community becoming safer with every needle in every arm.

Many of our wonderful childcare facilities have operated through much of this pandemic without major outbreaks.

Similarly, our local schools have been able to navigate conducting not only in-person learning but also extracurricular activities safely.

As a dad, I have seen the negative mental and emotional

effects this forced isolation has had on my own kiddos. And I’ve also seen their happiness return as we’ve made transitions throughout the year back to faceto-face learning.

From artistic endeavors and educational programs to faithbased fun and plenty of athletics, our Central Florida-area camps are offering a wide variety of experiences this summer.

Following a year unlike any other in our lifetimes, I’m excited to see these opportunities for our children return.

If a camp in our guide catches your eye and you want to know more about its planned safety protocols, don’t hesitate to make a quick phone call. Of course, the safety of your children is at the forefront of your mind. It’s paramount for those leading these camps, as well.

As always, we hope you enjoy digging into our Summer Fun 2021!

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ARTS CAMPS

709 Main St., Windermere Details: Themed weeks include Under the Sea, where children will make a 3D mermaid or merman and use acrylic pours to create jellyfish paintings; Robots, where children will create their own robot with clay and lights; Surf’s Up, where children will design an MDF surfboard and make a surf shack; Dinosaurs, where children will create dinosaur sculptures with duct tape; and Jungle Art, where children will create projects using African animal prints and designs.

Camp dates: Weeklong sessions from June 7 to Aug. 6. Morning sessions from 10 a.m. to noon, afternoon sessions from 1 to 3 p.m., and late-afternoon sessions from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuition: Varies Registration: $155 to $160; forms are available at artroomorlando.com. Ages: Completed kindergarten and up Contact: (407) 909-1869 or email art@artroomorlando.com

CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUNITY ARTS SUMMER CAMPS 1600 Orlando Ave., Winter Park Details: From arts camps for preschool children to musical theater intensives for teens, CFCA’s camps offer a fun, encouraging environment allows youth to explore the performing arts, work with talented, professional directors and choreographers, make new friends, and grow as a performer.

Camp dates: June 7 to Aug. 6 Tuition: Ranges from $150 to $450 Registration: CFCArts. com/summer-camps Ages: Entering pre-K through 12th grade Contact: (407) 937-1800, Ext. 719, or youth@cfcarts.com

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THE ART ROOM SUMMER WORKSHOP FOR KIDS

CENTRAL FLORIDA DANCE CENTER MOTIV8 INTENSIVE 1273 Winter GardenVineland Road, Suite 130, Winter Garden Details: Central Florida Dance Center’s Motiv8 summer intensive crash course is meant for intermediate and advanced dancers.

Students will have the opportunity to train with guest choreographers.

Camp dates: June 7-9 Tuition: Varies Registration: Details coming soon at cfldance. com Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 6568131

CENTRE FOR DANCE & THE PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER DAYS OF DANCE 301 S. Tubb St., Suite C, Oakland Details: All dance camps include two dance or tumbling classes per day, creative expression time, independent and group work, reading, games, crafts, projects and movie time. Activities will be scaffolded by age and skill appropriate groupings, and a camp assistant will be on site with the camp leader.

Camp dates: June 14 through July 23 Tuition: $175 per week or $750 for all five weeks of camp Registration: dancecdpa. com Ages: Varies Contact: kwadance@gmail. com

CREALDE SCHOOL OF ART SUMMER ARTCAMP 600 St. Andrews Blvd., Winter Park Details: Students learn from professional artists as they take part in one- or two-week sessions and receive hands-on instruction working with multiple media.

Camp dates: Weekly and two-week sessions June 7 through Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: crealde.org Ages: 4 to 14 Contact: (407) 671-1886

CREALDE SCHOOL OF ART YOUNG ADULT IMMERSION 600 St. Andrews Blvd., Winter Park Details: This experience features a variety of hands-on creative expression in classes taught by professional artists.

Camp dates: Weekly and two-week sessions June 7 through Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: crealde.org Ages: 12 to 16 Contact: (407) 6711886

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445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando Details: Weeklong camps include topics and themes such as musical theater, improv and full-scale productions.

Camp dates: June 7-11 (Musical Theater: Best of Broadway); June 14-18 (Take It From The Top: Broadway); June 21-25 (Improv Intensive); July 5-9 (Musical Theater: Disney’s Moana, The Little Mermaid & More); July 12-16 (Musical Theater: Disney’s Big Dance Numbers); July 20 through Aug. 7 (West Side Story Production); Aug. 2-6 (Musical Theater: Seuss on the Loose) Tuition: Varies from $325 to $625; prices increase April 17 Registration: drphillipscenter. org/education/summercamps-2021 Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 455-5551 or classes@drphillipscenter.org

ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS 8933 Conroy-Windermere Road, Orlando Details: Learn about drawing and creative animation or digital animation, comics, cartooning and more at Elite Animation Academy. Summer virtual courses also are being offered.

Camp dates: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday from June 7 through Aug. 13 Tuition: $375 per camp, $50 administration fee; summer virtual courses $1,250 split into multiple payments Registration: eliteanimation academy.com/ summer-camps Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 459-7959

GARDEN THEATRE CAMPS 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden Details: Camps focus on developing performance abilities and encouraging a curiosity for theater in a fun and supportive environment.

All courses are designed to help campers build confidence, strengthen communication skills, develop imagination and create a sense of community.

Camp dates: June 1 to Aug. 6 Tuition: $190; $600 for “Godspell Jr.” camp Registration: bit. ly/3bUskQw Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 877-4736

HAPCO SUMMER JAZZ CAMP Online Details: Join HAPCO online for a week of fun, interactive and creative jazz education with some of the top talent in the world. Learn from professional and university-level clinicians, who emphasize fun and energy in a positive environment.

You’ll connect with other students from all over the world who share your passion for jazz musicians. Camp dates: June 14-18 Tuition: $150 Registration: tinyurl. com/sk9u57kv Ages: Entering seventh through 12th grades Contact: (800) 409-6133 or info@hapco promo.org

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lorida Film Academy offers a wide range of fun and exciting camps this year. Most camps will take place at Florida Film Academy’s Winter Garden campus, 1261 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter

Garden, while others will take place online. To learn more or to sign up, visit flfilmacademy.com or call (407) 654-8400.

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SUMMER TEEN FILMMAKER

Details: This program takes students behind the scenes as they learn how to produce their own short films. Instructors introduce carefully designed challenges to inspire students as they learn to create original stories, direct, operate camera and sound, and finally edit their own work, turning summer fun into movies that they’ll keep forever. Camp dates: June 7-11; June 28 to July 2; Aug. 2-6 Tuition: $300 per week Ages: 7-12

Details: This beginner program takes students behind the scenes as they learn how to produce their own short films and master the art of visual storytelling. Camp dates: June 21-25; July 5-9 Tuition: $300 Ages: 13-18

THE FORCE BEHIND STAR WARS: A SUMMER ANIMATION CAMP WITH PETER SMITH

Details: Students will learn about how the art behind Star Wars is created.

Students will learn step by step how to draw creatures, droids and characters.

Using everything they learn during this camp, students will be creating a unique original story set in the Star Wars universe.

Camp dates: June 1-4 Tuition: $495 Ages: 2-18

SUMMER CREATIVE MIXER Details: This program is a taste of all the Florida Film Academy has to offer.

Students will rotate each day across a creative curriculum of workshops featuring projects and challenges in filmmaking, photography, YouTube, stop motion and more.

Camp dates: June 14-18 and July 1216 Tuition: $395 Ages: 7-12

ONLINE MINI CAMP – ANIMATION FOR TEENS: VISUAL STORYTELLING AND CHARACTER DESIGN Details: This course, led by Peter Smith, is designed to teach students how to visually develop a story and develop characters for the entertainment industry. The class will cover drawing and developing character anatomy, storyboarding, character design, color theory, environmental design and more.

Camp dates: June 14-18 Tuition: $285 Ages: 13-18

SUMMER FX MAKEUP AND PROSTHETICS Details: In this specialty camp, students learn a variety of movie makeup techniques, including but not limited to character development, face casting, prosthetics and application.

They’ll create their own “looks” throughout the week as students build their portfolios in this niche industry.

Camp dates: June 28 to July 2 Tuition: $700 Ages: 11-18

SUMMER ANIMATION ART FOR KIDS Details: This camp is designed to introduce students to new art materials and introduce them to the world of digital art. Students will work on different projects and art mediums every day. The projects are designed to teach illustration, drawing, design, sculpting, color theory and expand their imagination.

Camp dates: July 5-9 Tuition: $395 Ages: 9-12

ANIMATION ART FOR TEENS: MARVEL/DC CRISIS IN THE MULTIVERSE Details: Students will learn about the iconic characters and artwork of Marvel and DC entertainment – exploring how superheroes and villains are brought to life in comic books, animation and film. Students will then work together to develop a story where a crisis arises and Marvel and DC universes collide.

Camp dates: July 12-16 Tuition: $595 Ages: 13-18

ONLINE SUMMER CAMP – CREATIVE MIXER Details: Mix it up in this online creative mixer experience that includes movie making, stop motion, YouTube and creative photography. Students learn different techniques and complete fun projects as they collaborate together.

Camp dates: July 12-16 Tuition: $150 Ages: 7-12

SUMMER TEEN FILMMAKER: DSLR EDITION Details: Students will work on producing film festival-quality films.

Immerse yourself in the world of DSLR movie making as you use professional cameras, sound gear, and editing software to produce your own short film, trailer and behind-the-scenes documentary.

Camp dates: July 19-23 Tuition: $425 Ages: 12-18

YOUTH: YOU @ FFA STUDIOS Details: Youth will learn about personalized channels and video production for platforms such as YouTube and Instagram.

Camp dates: July 26-30 Tuition: $395 Ages: 7-12

TEEN: YOU @ FFA STUDIOS Details: Teens will learn about personalized channels and video production for platforms such as YouTube and Instagram.

Camp dates: July 26-30 Tuition: $395 Ages: 13-18

COSPLAY AND PROP DESIGN Details: Students will craft their own props, learning how to design, create, mold, shape and bring to life props from movies and TV shows while adding their own twist.

Camp dates: Aug. 2-6 Tuition: $700 Ages: 11-18

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ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA SUMMER CAMP

MAILE SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS

OAKLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC CAMP

ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART SUMMER ART CAMP

999 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park Details: The Maile Professional Image, Modeling and Acting School offers a variety of camps for modeling and acting.

Camp dates: June 7-18 or July 12-23 (Image & Confidence); June 7-22 or July 12-27 (On Camera Teen Acting); June 15-18 or July 6-9 (Kids On Camera Acting ages 7 to 10); June 2125 (Kids On Camera Acting ages 4 to 6); June 21-25 (Modeling) Tuition: Varies Registration: (407) 6285989 Ages: 4 and up Contact: (407) 628-5989

218 E. Oakland Ave., Oakland Details: Children will participate in a variety of musical activities.

This year’s theme is “The Story of Shadrach, Meschach and Abednego.”

Camp dates: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. July 12-16 Tuition: $125 Registration: oaklandpres. org Ages: Completed first through fifth grades Contact: Bonnie Litteral, bblitteral@aol. com

2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Details: Rising first- through eighth-graders become immersed in art-making experiences that place value on the process of creative expression in a relaxed atmosphere.

Camp dates: May 26 to Aug. 9 Tuition: Varies Registration: omart.me/summercamp Ages: Entering first through 12th grades Contact: (407) 896-4231, Ext. 262, or education@omart.org.

ORLANDO BALLET SUMMER CAMPS

ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATER CREATIVE ARTS CAMPS

600 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando Details: Orlando Ballet is offering two summer dance camps, postseason classes, a young dancers summer session and a ballet summer session.

Camp dates: June 7 to July 31 Tuition: Varies Registration: orlandoballet.org/ education-training/ summer-dance Ages: 2.5 to 12 Contact: (407) 4261733, or email jenny@ orlandoballet.org

812 E. Rollins St., Orlando Details: Taught by theater professionals, these camps are designed to ignite the imagination and inspire creativity while teaching life skills.

Camp themes include Princes and Princesses, Minecraft, Shakespeare and Pokémon.

Camp dates: Weeklong camps from June 1 to July 30 Tuition: Ranges from $235 to $515 Registration: bit.ly/3lu68A6 Ages: Kindergarten through 12th grade Contact: (407) 4471700

425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando Details: String (violin, viola, cello, contrabass) students will work with professional musicians of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. In one-on-one and small group/ chamber music settings, students will have the opportunity to improve their technique and artistry on their instrument throughout the week. The goal is to strengthen skills in each student’s playing and to help them hone their musical craft.

Camp dates: June 7-11 Tuition: $350; payment plans and scholarships avaailable Registration: orlandophil. org/opo-summer-camp; $15 application fee required Ages: Entering grades 9 through 12 Contact: (407) 896-6700

FAMILY CHURCH ARTS CAMPS East Winter Garden, 1136 E. Plant St., Winter Garden; Lakeside, 8464 Winter GardenVineland Road, Windermere; Windermere, 300 Main St., Windermere Details: Family Church will offer a variety of artistic camps, including fashion/interior design and musical theater/ drama.

Camp dates: May 31 to June 4 (Fashion Design); June 14-18 (Musical Theater); June 28 to July 2 (Interior Design); July 5-9 (Puppet Construction and Performance); July 19-23 (Drama Camp); and July 19-23 (Fashion and Interior Design) Tuition: Varies Registration: summertime.ourfamily.church Ages: Varies Contact: Visit ourfamily. church

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PEACHES DANCE AND MUSIC SUMMER CAMPS 9001 Taborfield Ave., Orlando Details: Campers participate in morning dance classes (musical theater, jazz, silks and trampoline) and an afternoon art and drama class. Campers will make memories that last a lifetime as they dance, dream and do at Peaches. At 2 p.m. every Thursday, campers will put on a performance for parents, families and friends.

Camp dates: June 14-18 (Disney Week); June 21-25 (Broadway Bound); June 28 to July 2 (Beach Day); July 6-9 (Candyland); July 12-16 (Superhero Summer Camp); July 19-23 (Princesses, Princes & Unicorns); July 26-30 (Space Odyssey) Tuition: $200 per week or $40 per day Registration: peachesmainoffice@gmail.com Ages: 3 to 9 Contact: (407) 217-5088

READY, SET, DANCE! SUMMER DANCE CAMPS 2220 Hempel Ave., Gotha Details: Themed classes will include aerial silks, hip hop, tumbling, lyrical, jazz, ballet, arts and crafts, hair and makeup, musical theater and making costumes.

Campers will put on a show for family and friends at the end of each week.

Camp dates: June 7-11 (The Greatest Show); June 28 to July 2 (Rock Stars and Pop Princesses); July 12-16 (Beach Party!!); July 26-30 (Flying Fairytales); half-day dance camps available Tuition: Varies Registration: (407) 470-7365 Ages: 3 and up Contact: (407) 4707365

ROSEN JCC ROCK N’ ROLL CAMP

RUSSIAN BALLET ORLANDO SUMMER CAMP

SUMMER CAMPS AT THE REP

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando Details: Students use rock and pop songs to learn about rhythm, song structure, melody and dynamics through play. Students will be divided into bands and will learn songs and the stagecraft needed for performance, followed by a live performance at the end of the session.

Camp dates: June 6-11 and Aug. 2-6 Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3lDhdyM Ages: Grades 1-5 Contact: (407) 387-5330

618 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Details: Camps are full of fun and excitement with themed weeks and weekly shows.

Dancing, acting, singing, arts and crafts, and French lessons are included.

Camp dates: May 31 to Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: russianballetorlando.org/ summer-program Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 896-0309

Orlando Repertory Theatre, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando Details: The Orlando Rep’s camps, workshops and programs are designed to foster self-confidence, creative thinking, problem-solving skills, collaboration, trust and discipline through the medium of the performing arts. The Rep’s summer show this year is “Camp Omigosh!” Also offered this summer are online and in-person workshops on performance, stage makeup, stage combat and swordplay, video production and more.

Camp dates: May 27 to Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: orlandorep.com/youthacademy/camps-classes Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 896-7365

ROSEN JCC AND ON POINTE DANCE ACADEMY DANCE CAMP 11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando Details: From hip hop to acro to Broadway jazz, this camp will give every student the skills needed to put on a show.

Each week will concentrate on a different and exciting show theme. Camp dates: Nine weeks, starting June 7 Tuition: $300 per week or $275 for JCC members Registration: bit.ly/3f5zG5D Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 387-5330

SOBO SUMMER ART CAMPS 127 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden Details: Certified art educator Lenore Eastham will facilitate your child’s opportunity to experience a wide variety of art experiences. Groups will be limited to eight students classes last about three hours, Monday through Friday.

Camp dates: June 7-11, June 14-18, June 21-25, June 28 to July 2 Tuition: $125 per week per child Registration: info@ wgart.org Ages: Entering grades 2 and up Contact: (407) 347-7996

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SUPERAWESOMECOOL POTTERY CLAY AND CANVAS CAMPS Super Awesome Cool Pottery, 6100 S. Orange Ave., Orlando; Rosen Jewish Community Center, 11184 S. ApopkaVineland Road, Orlando; St. Luke’s Lutheran School, 2025 W. State Road 426, Oviedo; Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando Details: Students will learn how to spin a bowl on the potter’s wheel, sculpt with clay and paint with acrylic. There also will be a Potter’s Wheel Camp at the studio and a STEAM camp at Leu Gardens.

Camp dates: June 14 to Aug. 6; specific dates vary by location. Tuition: Ranges from $130 to $329 Registration: SuperAwesomeCool.com/camp Ages: Entering kindergarten through eighth grade Contact: (407) 720-3699

SCHOOL OF ROCK ORLANDO FIVE-DAY ROCK 101 CAMP 6700 Conroy-Windermere Road, Orlando Details: Students will learn a basic understanding of singing, guitar, drums, bass, keyboard and basic music theory relating to rock ’n’ roll.

Camp dates: June 28 to July 2 Tuition: $395 Registration: Visit locations.schoolofrock. com/orlando Ages: 8-11 Contact: (407) 710-9100

SCHOOL OF ROCK ORLANDO PERFORMANCE CAMPS 6700 Conroy-Windermere Road, Orlando Details: The camp includes group rehearsals, music trivia, song casting and attention from instructors.

Camp dates: June 7-11 (Modern Rock); July 12-16 (Classic Rock Rewind); July 26-30 (Best of the ‘90s) Tuition: $395 Registration: locations. schoolofrock.com/orlando Ages: 7-18 Contact: (407) 710-9100

WEST ORANGE SUMMER MUSIC CAMP

THEATRE SOUTH PLAYHOUSE CAMPS 7601 Della Drive, Suite 15, Orlando Orlando Details: Camps feature a variety of shows and teach students acting skills, vocal exercises and dancing.

Camp dates: June 1-4 (Rise Up Camp, Camp Barbie, Dance La La Land); June 7-11 (Greatest Dance Camp); June 7-27 (The Lightning Thief Summer Stock); June 14-18 (Camp Broadway); June 28 to July 2 (Galaxy Training, Six Wives); July 5-9 (Dance Jingle Jangle); July 12-16 (Kids, The Musical and Dear Mean Musicals); July 19-23 (Rio Jungle Jam); July 26-30 (Camp Etiquette, TIK TOK The Musical); Aug. 2-6 (No Fear Shakespeare); PLAY CLUB! camp Tuition: Varies Registration: theatresouthplayhouse.org/summer-camp-2021 Ages: Entering first grade through college age Contact: (407) 601-4380

VALENCIA COLLEGE SUMMER DANCE INSTITUTE Valencia College East Campus, 701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail Orlando Details: Focusing on the development of students’ processing skills and meaningful demonstration of learning, the program’s multidisciplinary approach provides students with authentic learning tasks and environments, and enables continuous learning, assessment and reflection of interrelated disciplines.

Camp dates: June 21 to July 15; Valencia Dance Summer Repertory Concert July 16 and 17 Tuition: $200 Registration: For details visit bit.ly/396Vjit Ages: Rising ninth-graders through graduating 12th-graders Contact: (407) 582-2091

West Orange High School, 1625 Beulah Road, Winter Garden Details: The music camp is a two-week camp offering comprehensive music education by professional educators and musicians in a fun, exciting and positive environment. This camp will offer three tracks: Elementary Music (first through third grades); Beginning Band (fourth through sixth grades, or students entering seventh and eighth grade who have never played a band instrument before); and Concert Band (seventh and eighth grades).

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

June 1-4 and June 7-10. A camp concert will take place 6 p.m. June 10. Tuition: $180.

An extended-day option is available for $50. Registration: westorangeband.com Ages: Entering first through eighth grades Contact: westorangeband.com

YOUNG WRITERS SUMMER CAMPS UCF Downtown Orlando, Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, 500 W. Livingston St., Orlando Details: Page 15 will host inperson creative-writing summer camps. Page 15 is a children’s literacy program based in Central Florida. This camp gives students an opportunity to bring their stories to life and connect with professional writing coaches and graphic designers to assist them in publishing their own printed book.

Camp dates: July 7-11 (rising second- and third-graders); June 14-18 (rising fourth- and fifth-graders); June 15-18 and June 21-25 (rising sixth- through eighth-graders); and June 28 to July 2 (rising ninth- through 12th-graders) Tuition: $220 Registration: page15.org/ summer Ages: 7-18 Contact: (407) 422-8755 or info@page15.org

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CRANIUM CAMPS

Cranium Academy, 4068 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Winter Garden Details: The summer program at Cranium Academy offers fun and learning for students with a wide range of interests in the arts, humanities and sciences.

Camp dates: Mondays through Fridays. Extended-day camps (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and full-day camps (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

Tuition: Varies Registration: Ongoing at craniumacademy. com/summer-camp-wintergarden Ages: 2 to 10 Contact: (407) 294-6950 or info@ craniumclubhouse.com

West Orange Church of Christ, 1450 Daniels Road, Winter Garden Details: These LEGO-themed camps offer themed weeks, including Star Wars Galaxy, Bat League, Super Hero Academy, Amusement Park, Jurassic Brick Land Park, Pokémon, Teenage Brick Turtles and more.

Camp dates: June 1 through Aug. 10 Tuition: Full-day camp (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) is $50. Early care and after care available from 8 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 5 p.m. at $40 per child Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: Call (407) 603-5439

FOREIGN LANGUAGE IMMERSION SCHOOL KIDS SUMMER CAMP

CAMP INVENTION FAST FORWARD Montverde Academy, 17235 Seventh St., Montverde; Baldwin Park Elementary School, 1750 Common Way Road, Orlando Details: Make your child’s summer epic with Camp Invention’s 2021 program.

Camp Invention connects children to inventors and enhances their scientific knowledge. Campers make a variety of DIY projects with modules, such as Robotic Pet Vet, Stick To It, Optibot and Mod My Mini Mansion.

Camp dates: “Recharge,” Montverde Academy, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 7 through 10; “Recharge,” Baldwin Park Elementary, June 14-17 and July 12-15; “Elevate,” Montverde Academy, Aug. 2-5 Tuition: Montverde Academy, $275; Baldwin Park Elementary, $280 Registration: Ongoing; register online at campinvention.org Ages: Entering kindergarten through sixth grade Contact: For Montverde Academy location, (407) 469-2561; for Baldwin Park Elementary location, (407) 897-6400

CAMP WONDER Park Maitland School, 1450 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland Details: Park Maitland’s Camp Wonder seeks to ignite children’s imaginations and explore how wonder-fully fun learning can be. Each of the four weekly themes combines art, science, technology, and outdoor activities that are crafted to keep children of all ages engaged, entertained and excited.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 7 through Aug. 5 (closed July 5) Registration: Ongoing at parkmaitland. org/camps Tuition: Half-day and full-day camps are $208 to $400. Before- and aftercare is $52 per week Ages: Pre-K through sixth grade Contact: John Courson, JCourson@parkmaitland.org, or Joy Sonntag, JSonntag@ parkmaitland.org

CODE NINJAS WINDERMERE Plantation Grove Shopping Center, 2560 Maguire Road, Suite 210, Ocoee Details: Take advantage of drop-in learning and get some shopping done while your kids learn to program. Build video games, learn to code and have a blast. Virtual learning also available.

Camp dates: Drop-in learning is available Mondays through Saturdays; camps scheduled for specific dates. Tuition: Varies Registration: codeninjas. com/fl-windermere Ages: 7-14 Contact: (407) 618-0031

CHILDREN’S LIGHTHOUSE 220 Windermere Road, Winter Garden Details: Spend the summer in a fun, exciting and safe setting.

Camp dates: All summer Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 395-0077 or visit ChildrensLighthousePOF. com

Foreign Language Immersion School, 1530 Celebration Blvd., Suite 103, Celebration Details: Students will participate in a fun and educational experience. They will have the opportunity to learn about science through interactive, hands-on science activities — all in the Spanish language. Classes will allow students to become junior scientists for the summer and embark on a series of adventures, including international cooking, candy and baking, inventions, pirates and mermaids, nature, art chemistry and more, all facilitated in the Spanish language by highly trained educators who are native speakers.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 7 through Aug. 13 Tuition: $245 per week plus a weekly materials fee of $10.

Morning care available from 7:30 to 9 a.m., and after care available from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Registration: Ongoing; no fee Ages: 5 to 10 Contact: (321) 939-4177 or contact@ languageimmersion school.com

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ID TECH CAMP Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park Details: Kids and teens will discover coding, game development, robotics and design in an inspiring, collegiate setting. No decision has been made on in-person camp experiences, but there are a number of virtual tech camps.

Explore for one week, or return for multiple sessions to build an impressive portfolio.

Tuition: Varies Ages: 7 to 17 Contact: idtech.com

KIDS’ COLLEGE BY LAKE SUMTER STATE COLLEGE Lake Sumter State College, 1250 N. Hancock Road, Clermont Details: Kids’ College, sponsored by Lake-Sumter State College, has a mission to provide an enriching academic summer experience for schoolage children to expand their knowledge, learn new skills and have an opportunity for exploration and discovery.

Camp dates: June 8-17, June 21 through July 1, July 6-15 and July 19-29. Morning, afternoon and full-day options Tuition: Ranges from $118 to $236 Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (352) 3653556 or lssc.edu/kidscollege

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MEAD BOTANICAL GARDEN YOUNG NATURALIST CAMP 1500 S. Denning Drive, Winter Park Details: Campers will have fun interacting with nature in the beautiful and unique setting of Mead Botanical Garden.

They will make discoveries about wildlife, wetlands, plants, the environment and our ecosystem.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 7-11, June 14-18, June 21-25, June 28 through July 2, July 5-9, July 12-16, July 1923. Extended care available.

Tuition: $255 per week Registration: Ongoing Ages: 5-12 Contact: (407) 599-3397 or camp@meadgarden.org

MY TEK LAB SUMMER CAMPS 540 S. U.S. 27, Suite B, Minneola Details: This camp will feature a Game Development session for older students, who build their own .io style multiplayer video game. There also is a session for younger students.

Camp dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6, 8, 13 and 15. 3:30 to 5 p.m. for older students; 1 to 2:30 p.m. for ages 8-12 Tuition: $97; Partial and full scholarships available.

Registration: Ongoing at myteklab.com Ages: Varies Contact: info@myteklab.com

OAKLAND NATURE PRESERVE ENVIRONMENTAL DAY CAMP

ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER’S ADVENTURES IN HISTORY CAMPS

Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail, Oakland Details: Day-long experiences will give students the opportunity to enjoy environmental fun in a safe, small-group setting. The funfilled day will be a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities, with themes changing weekly.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the weeks of June 14 through July 2 and July 14-30 Tuition: $50 per day for members, $60 for others Registration: Ongoing; available online at oaklandnaturepreserve. org/Adventure-Days Ages: 6 to 13 Contact: (407) 905-0054 or information@ oaklandnaturepreserve.org

65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando Details: The camp provides a fun learning environment that combines history with STEM content through hands-on activities, interactive guestspeaker programs and exciting field trips. The camp’s 2021 themes include Order in the Court, Fantastical Florida, Theme Park Thrills, Digging Up History, Wild Florida, Adventures in Art and more.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays, June 1 through Aug. 6 Tuition: Early-bird prices through April 5: $150 for members, $175 for non-members. Regular price (starting April 6) $175 for members and $200 for non-members. Orange County Government employees eligible for member discount. Tuition includes early- and after-care, field trips, camp T-shirt and weekly pizza party. Virtual open house: 10 a.m. May 8 or May 15 Registration: Ongoing at thehistorycenter.org/ education/summer-camp-2021 Ages: 6 to 11 Contact: (407) 836-8580

ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM Orange County Public Library locations Details: Orange County Public Library locations will present Tales & Tails, an exploration of amazing Florida wildlife and fantastical folktales.

Camp dates: May 30 through Aug. 1 Tuition: Varies Registration: Opened April 1.

Register at ocls.info/srpkids Ages: Varies Contact: ocls.info/ srpkids

ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER SUMMER CAMP Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando Details: These STEM camps provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes hands-on learning while fostering excitement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 27 through Aug. 9; free extended care from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Tuition: Varies depending on age and program Registration: Ongoing; available online osc. org Ages: Preschool through entering ninth grade Contact: (407) 514-2112 or osc.org/ education/summercamps

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SEAWORLD ORLANDO SUMMER CAMPS SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando Details: SeaWorld Orlando’s summer day camps combine education and entertainment in a way that connects people to the sea and sea life. Safety standards and low counselor-to-camper

ratios have been established.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays, June 3 through Aug. 2 Tuition: Weekly costs range between $299 and $419 Registration: Ongoing Ages: Preschool through entering 12th grade Contact: (407) 545-5550 or seaworldcamps.com/orlando

STARCHILD ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

UR LEARNING SOLUTION SUMMER PROGRAM

StarChild Windermere, 11815 Silverlake Park Drive, Windermere; StarChild Winter Garden,1324 Winter GardenVineland Road, Winter Garden Details: StarChild Academy programs feature field trips and guest speakers who visit its locations.

Camp dates: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays; Call for dates. Tuition: Varies Registration: Fill out application at starchildacademy.com and take to preferred location.

Ages: Entering kindergarten through fifth grade Contact: StarChild Windermere, (407) 876-7827, or email info@ starchildwindermere.com; StarChild Winter Garden, (407) 877-0345, or email info@ StarChildWinterGarden.com

Various locations, as well as virtual Details: Don’t let summer delay your child for the next academic year. Keep them engaged in learning with a summer program that includes tutoring in math, reading and comprehension.

Camp dates: Classes start in June Tuition: Varies Registration: urlearningsolution.com Ages: Varies Contact: urlearningsolution@gmail.com or (407) 658-7575

FA Athletic Camps are excellence-focused camps that equip young people with tools to live successful lives that honor Christ!

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SPECIAL-NEEDS CAMPS BUILDING PATHWAYS SOCIAL AND LIFE SKILLS CAMP Because of confidentiality, call for Winter Garden address Details: Participants learn social and life skills as they engage in fun activities, including swimming, biking, tennis, basketball crafts and games, as well as attend weekly movies, shop for groceries and cook a group lunch.

Camp dates: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays during the weeks of June 14, June 21, June 28, July 12, July 19 and July 26 Tuition: $350 per week or $1,000 for three weeks, $2,000 for all six weeks; application fee is $50 Registration: (407) 6549711 Ages: 11 and older (must be toilet trained and able to walk independently) Contact: pmyersbuildingpathways@gmail. com

EASTER SEALS CAMP CHALLENGE 31600 Camp Challenge Road, Sorrento Details: Peace of mind for you, and the summer adventure of a lifetime for your loved one.

Options include a weeklong, fully accessible overnight camp for children and adults with disabilities or special needs.

Exciting activities include zip-lining, swimming, archery, dancing, sports, music and drama.

Camp dates: Seven weeks, starting in June Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: Varies Contact: (352) 383-4711 or camp@ fl.easterseals.com

INTERVENTIONS UNLIMITED SOCIAL SKILLS SUMMER CAMP Interventions Unlimited, 848 Executive Drive, Oviedo Details: In partnership with Alpine Academy, Interventions

Unlimited will be a live virtual program this year. The programs are designed to offer a consistent structure with a focus on the social needs of the children. The goal is to provide a motivating, positive, therapeutic, and most importantly fun experience for your child. The Virtual Social Skills Program will focus on developing, strengthening and maintaining social relationships with peers in a fun and interactive virtual environment.

Camp dates: 10 a.m. to noon (morning session) and 3 to 5 p.m. (afternoon session) Mondays through Fridays June 7 to July 16 (six weeks), except for Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day Tuition: $360 for two-week session; $975 for entire three session Registration: Ongoing; $40 application fee. Form available online at interventionsunlimited. com Ages: 5-18 Contact: (407) 678-8889 orinfo@ interventionsunlimited.com

OCA Camps held at 5125 Adanson St., Suite 750, Orlando; Maitland Presbyterian Church, 341 N. Orlando Ave., Maitland; and Purpose Orlando Church, 13640 W. Colonial Drive, Suite 140, Winter Garden Details: Campers will enjoy going out into the community.

They also will go swimming every Tuesday at Cady Way Pool; enjoy weekly field trips to places such as the zoo, bowling alley, movie theater and Showcase of Citrus for a monster truck tour; and travel to local parks.

Some weeks, the campers will stay on campus and engage in field trips such as a decades dance, international food pot luck, Fourth of July Carnival and a Back to School Supplies Drive.

All of the activities each week follow along with weekly themes to keep the fun flowing.

Camp dates: June 7 through Aug. 4 Tuition: Ages 8-21 (school age summer camp); ages 3-7 (peewee summer camp) Registration: Online at GoOCA.org Contact: (407) 808-7837 or Nicole Swearingen, nswearingen@gooca.org or Kathy Harding, kharding@gooca. org

FAMILY CHURCH SPECIAL NEEDS VBS 300 Main St., Windermere Details: Vacation Bible School is going to be an exciting week of fun, Bible study and worship.

Participants will learn all about who God is and how He impacts our lives. These sessions are for individuals with special needs of all ages.

Camp dates: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 7-11 Tuition: $12 Registration: summertime. ourfamily.church Ages: Pre-K4 through fifth grades Contact: Denise Burch, accept@ourfamily. church

UCP OF CENTRAL FLORIDA SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM UCP Winter Garden/West Orange, 1297 Winter GardenVineland Road, Suite 110, Winter Garden Details: Themed weekly sessions designed to spark creativity.

Camp dates: Nine, one-week sessions available starting June 7 Tuition: Varies; free VPK for children born between Sept.

2, 2015, and Sept 1, 2016. Call for information. Free lunches.

Registration: Ongoing Ages: 2-11 Contact: (407) 852-3300, Ext. 5000, or ucpcfl.org

WEST ORANGE HIGH SPECIAL NEEDS SUMMER MUSIC CAMP West Orange High School, 1625 Beulah Road, Winter Garden Details: The West Orange Summer Music Camp is a two-week camp offering comprehensive music education by professional educators and musicians in a fun, exciting and positive environment for students entering first- through eighth-grades. This camp will offer Elementary Music (first through third grades), Special Needs Music, Beginning Band (fourth through sixth grades) and Concert Band (seventh and eighth grades).

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 1 to 4 and June 7 to 10. A camp concert will take place at 6 p.m. June 10.

Tuition: $180. An extendedday option is available for $50 Registration: westorangeband. com Ages: Entering first through eighth grades Contact: westorangeband.com

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FAITH CAMPS CAMP GILEAD

CAMP ITHIEL

1445 Camp Gilead Drive, Polk City Details: Camp Gilead creates an atmosphere for individuals to evaluate their relationship with Christ and be challenged to make decisions for changed lives. Ages: Overnight camps for students entering grades two through 12; commuter camps for those entering kindergarten through eighth grade When: Various commuter and overnight camps June 6 through July 23 Cost: Varies Registration: campgilead.com/ summercamp Contact: (863) 984-1353 or campgilead.office@ gmail.com

2037 Hempel Ave., Gotha Details: Camp Ithiel offers summer camps that give youth the chance to experience God and His creation outdoors, along with the comfort of air-conditioned facilities.

There will be multiple weeks for various ages at the Gotha location. Camp dates: Varies by age group Tuition: Varies Registration: campithiel.org/ summer-camps/register Ages: varies Contact: (407) 984-7390 or info@campithiel.org

CAMP HORIZON

Southeastern University; 1000 Longfellow Blvd., Lakeland Details: Students will experience God through authentic worship and the dynamic teaching of scripture.

Ages: Completed grades six through 12 When: July 23-27 Cost: $299 per student until June 23; $349 from June 24 to July 14 Registration: firstorlando.com/camporlando Contact: (407) 425-2555

7369 Sunnyside Drive, Leesburg Details: These one-week overnight camps combine activities such as water-skiing, tubing, sailing and swimming with chapel time, prayer time and devotions. When: Youth, junior and varisty camps available throughout the summer Ages: 8-10 (junior camp); 11-14 (youth camp); 1517 (varsity camp) Cost: $255 per week Contact: (352) 7285822 or CampHorizon.org

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CENTRAL FLORIDA BIBLE CAMP 23813 C.R. 44A, Eustis Details: Each camp session is coordinated and staffed by volunteers, who are all faithful members of churches of Christ.

Ages: Varies When: Weekly sessions June 20 through July 31 26-30 Cost: Varies Registration: cfbiblecamp.org/ sessions Contact: cfbiblecamp. org

CHURCH AT THE CROSS SUPER SUMMER KID’S CAMP 700 Good Homes Road, Orlando Details: Kids ages will have some super summer fun at Church at the Cross’ kids summer camp. Ages: Third through fifth grades When: July 13-16 Cost: $200 Registration: rock.catorlando.com/ registration/kidscamp2021 Contact: (407) 293-4571

CHURCH AT THE CROSS VBS 700 Good Homes Road, Orlando VBS Theme: Destination Dig When: 9:30 a.m. to noon June 7-11 Ages: Completed kindergarten through fifth grade

300 Main St., Windermere Details: Vacation Bible School is going to be an exciting week of fun, Bible study and worship.

Participants will learn all about who God is and how He impacts our lives. VBS Theme: Mystery Island When: 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

June 7-11 Ages: PreK4 through fifth grade Cost: $12; T-shirts available for $8 Registration: summertime.ourfamily.church Contact: kids@ourfamily.church

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINTER GARDEN 125 E. Plant St., Winter Garden VBS Theme: Destination Dig When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 7-11 Ages: Age 3 through rising sixth-graders Cost: Free Registration: fbcwg.org Contact: (407) 656-2352

GLAD TIDINGS SUMMER CAMP 8550 Clarcona Ocoee Road, Orlando Details: Campers enjoy onsite activities, food, games, water days and fun. Camp dates: Weekly June 1 through Aug. 4 Tuition: $100; $25 registration fee and $150 activity fee Registration: (407) 656-4140 Ext. 101 Ages: First through sixth grade Contact: (407) 656-4140 Ext. 101

LAKE AURORA CHRISTIAN CAMP 237 Golden Bough Road, Lake Wales Details: This program features wilderness, traditional and leadership camps. Choose one- to five-night options based on grade level. Ages: Entering first through 12th grades When: June 13 to July 30 Registration: LakeAurora.org; open house 2 to 6 p.m. May 16 Cost: Varies by camp Contact: (863) 696-1102 or LakeAurora.org

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LIFEBRIDGE CHURCH KIDS ADVENTURE WEEK 12120 Chase Road, Windermere VBS Theme: TBD When: 6 to 8 p.m. June 7-11 Ages: Age 4 through rising sixth-graders Cost: TBD Registration: lifebridgechurch.org Contact: (407) 505-4888

MOSAIC STUDENTS ANNUAL CAMP RETREAT Ocoee Retreat Center; 186 Hawkins Drive, Ocoee, TN Details: So much happens during this week that it’s hard to explain in full. In short: Road trip. White-water rafting. Minuteto-win-it. Stage decor. Bonfires.

Tubing. Rock-wall climbing.

Obi Rivera. Beach volleyball.

Custom devotionals. Most of all though, we come back changed by our experience. Ages: Varies When: June 14-19 Cost: $595 Registration: thisismosaic.org Contact: info@thisismosaic.org

MOSAIC CHURCH VBS 14175 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden VBS Theme: TBD When: June 7-11 Ages: Pre-K through rising sixth-graders Cost: Free Registration: thisismosaic.org Contact: (407) 654-8220

PASSION CAMP Ocean Center; 101 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Passion Camp is all about leading students in middle school and high school to live their lives for the glory of Jesus. Each year, thousands of students gather together for four days of worship, teaching, community and fun. Ages: Students entering grades seven through graduating 12th graders. When: July 1216 Cost: $500 Registration: passioncamp2021.com/register Contact: passioncamp2021. com

ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VBS 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando VBS Theme: Hero’s Quest When: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 21-25; virtual interactive option available. Ages: VPK through rising sixth grade Cost: $45 for VBS Registration: st.lukes.org/ camps Contact: st.lukes.org/ camps

STUDENT LIFE CAMP Southeastern University; 1000 Longfellow Blvd., Lakeland Details: Since 1993, Student Life has served churches through interdenominational Christian summer camps, conferences and resources. Ages: Students entering grades seven through 12. When: June 21-25 and June 26-30 Cost: $329 to $359 Registration: studentlife. com/find-a-camp Contact: studentlife.com

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STUDENT LIFE KIDS CAMP

4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando Details: Full-day camps are available July 5-9, July 12-16 and July 19-23 Ages: 3 through rising sixth grade When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for rising first through sixth grades; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for ages 3-5 Cost: $140 for first through sixth grade; $130 for ages 3-5 Registration: st.lukes. org/camps

Southeastern University; 1000 Longfellow Blvd., Lakeland Details: Since 1993, Student Life has served churches through interdenominational Christian summer camps, conferences and resources. Ages: Students entering grades three through six. When: July 11-14 Cost: $289 Registration: studentlife. com/find-a-camp Contact: studentlife.com

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GENERAL CAMPS ANDREW HANSEN MANDELL JCC SUMMER CAMPS 2018

CENTRAL FLORIDA ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS SUMMER CAMP

The Roth Family Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando, 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland Details: Since 1973, The Roth Family JCC has been home to the Andrew Hansen Mandell JCC Summer Camps in the heart of Maitland. The camps include Camp J, Camp J Junior, Sports Camps, Specialty Camps and Aquatics.

Camp dates: Varies by program Tuition: Varies by program Registration: orlandojcc. org/summer-camps Ages: 18 months and up Contact: orlandojcc.org/summer-camps

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford Details: Explore this exciting summer programs including weekly full-day camps with before- and after-care available.

Choose from a wide variety of fun and exciting camps, such as Jr. Zoo Keeper, Pirates of the ZOOribbean, Ickyology and Jungle to Jungle. Camp dates: June 1 through Aug. 13 Tuition: Varies; discounts are available for annual passholders Registration: centralfloridazoo. org Ages: 6 to 17 Contact: (407) 323-4450, Ext. 123, or education@centralfloridazoo. com

CAMP ROAR The First Academy, 2667 Bruton Blvd., Orlando Details: Participate in academy camps such as oceanography, S.T.E.A.M. and spy camp; or sports camps such as basketball, tennis or soccer.

Activities will include water games, tent building, live animals and face painting.

Morning and afternoon sessions, half-day mini camps and extended day are available.

Camp dates: June 7 through July 30 Registration: $375 per week plus $75 registration fee Ages: Kindergarten through fifth grade; preschool summer camp also offered Contact: Corey Wall, camproar@ thefirstacademy.org

CITY OF OCOEE SUMMER CAMP Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road, Ocoee Details: Explore new places and create memories during full days of activities, such as field trips, arts and crafts, games, sports and swimming.

Camp dates: June 1 through Aug. 6 Tuition: For city residents, each two-week session is $150 for the first child, $140 for each additional child. For others, the cost is $190 and $160. Registration fee is $25 per child. Field trip costs are not included. Registration: Ongoing; call for information Ages: 5 to 12 Contact: (407) 905-3180 or ocoee.org

CITY OF WINTER GARDEN SUMMER CAMP

LAKE CYPRESS SUMMER CAMP

Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden Details: Activities such as field trips, arts and crafts, swimming, games and sports.

Camp dates: June 1 through July 30 Ages: Children entering first through eighth grades Tuition: For residents, the weekly rate is $105 for the first camper, $85 for the second and $65 for all others; for non-residents, the costs are $135, $115 and $95.

Registration: Ongoing Contact: (407) 656-4155

Windermere Preparatory School, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere Details: This camp will feature a variety of activities, including inhouse field trips, tons of indoor specialty camp rooms, including swimming, sports, crafts, dance, fun with food, giant obstacle courses, science and yoga.

Specialized half-day camps and extended-day care are also available.

Camp dates: Weekly themed sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 7:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. starting June 7 Tuition: $285 per week ($350 for extended care). Halfday camps vary; check website for information Registration: Ongoing; available online at camp.windermereprep.com Ages: 5-14 Contact: (407) 905-7737, Option 8, or camp@ windermereprep.com

KLA SCHOOLS OF HORIZON WEST: CREATE, INSPIRE, EXPLORE 8185 Summerlake Groves St., Winter Garden Details: Explore the complexity of water in the Water Atelier, learn how to garden, create new Olympic games and compete for the grand prize, learn all about Japan and the summer Olympics, cool down with some ice-cold fun, fun-gineering, and camp and s’mores, and more. Children will experience hands-on projects and unique, interactive experiences.

Camp dates: June 1 through Aug. 5 Tuition: Starting at $175 per week Registration: Call (407) 917-4343, email horizonwest@ klaschools.com

MONTVERDE ACADEMY DAY CAMP 17235 Seventh St., Montverde Details: Montverde Academy’s Day Camp will feature organized games, structure play. A hot lunch is provided.

Camp dates: June 14 through July 30 Tuition: $215 per week Registration: montverde. org Ages: Grades K through 8 Contact: montverde.org

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ORANGEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP

PIAGET ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP Piaget Academy, 6395 Raleigh St., Orlando (MetroWest) Details: This program promotes social, emotional, intellectual and physical development in a safe, nurturing environment.

Program is enriched with dance, drama, sports and field trips.

Camp dates: June 3 through Aug. 9 Tuition: Call for information Registration: Ongoing Ages: 6 to 10 Contact: (407) 293-9372

1300 Maitland Blvd., Maitland Details: Orangewood offers a variety of fun and educational camps all summer long.

Themes include parks and museums, American Girl doll, sports, monogramming, creative writing, yoga, history, Olympics and craft camps.

Camp dates: Email for dates Tuition: $135 per half-day session Registration: Online at orangewoodchristian. org/summerspolight Ages: Entering pre-K4 through eighth grade Contact: Sarah Powell, spowell@ocsrams.org

YMCA CAMPS Dr. P. Phillips YMCA, 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd. Orlando; Roper YMCA Family Center, 100 Windermere Road, Winter Garden Details: The Y’s trained staff provides safe, high-quality care, so parents can have peace of mind while at work. At the Y, good childcare is good family care.

Camp dates: Starts June 1 Registration: Ongoing at ymcacf.org Ages: Entering first through ninth grades Contact: camp@ cfymca. org

FAMILY CHURCH KID’S CLUB CAMP 8464 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere Details: Kids’ Club is a full-day summer camp that will offer a fun summer of Kona ice, water slides, field trips and more.

Camp dates: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 31 through Aug. 6 Tuition: $100 to $155 per week Registration: summertime. ourfamily. church Ages: Completed grades K through 5 Contact: Visit ourfamily. church

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SPORTS CAMPS 2021 MG TENNIS YOUTH SUMMER TENNIS CAMP

Windermere Recreation Center, 11465 Park Ave., Windermere Details: Improve your skills while making tennis your sport of a lifetime.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays, June 7 to July 16 Tuition: $200 per weeklong session Ages: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3qwE9ka

CHEER SURGE 2021 Calypso Cay Resort, 4951 Calypso Cay Way, Kissimmee Details: This camp provides skill-based, individualized instruction for campers ages 8-17 who love to cheer and want to improve their technique and compete at a higher level.

Camp dates: July 5-10 Tuition: $1,599 by June 1; $1,699 after June 15 Registration: CheerSurge.com Ages: 8-17 Contact: info@cheersurge.com

DR. P. PHILLIPS YMCA CRAZY FOR SPORTS 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando Details: This camp is designed to teach campers about a variety of sports and the value of exercise. Each child will enjoy a new sport every single day.

Camp dates: Four weekly sessions: June 1-4 (Session 1), June 7-11 (Session 2), July 5-9 (Session 3) and July 1216 (Session 4) Tuition: $190 members/$265 non-members Registration: Ongoing; visit ymcacf.org/programs/camps/ specialty/sports to sign up.

Ages: Grade K through 5 (varies per session) Contact: Call 407896-9220 or email programs@ cfymca.org

DR. P. PHILLIPS YMCA JUNIOR OLYMPICS 7000 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando Details: Campers learn the basic fundamentals of basketball such as dribbling, shooting, passing and basic principles of defense. Individual skills and team concepts are taught in a recreational and safe environment.

Camp dates: Aug. 2-6 Tuition: $190 members/$265 nonmembers Registration: Ongoing; visit ymcacf.org/ programs/camps/specialty/ sports. Ages: Kindergarten through fifth grade Contact: Call 407-896-9220 or email programs@cfymca.org

FIVE STARS VOLLEYBALL CLUB 2021 SUMMER CAMP

FOUNDATION ACADEMY ALL-SPORTS ELEMENTARY CAMP

The Well Activity Center, 110 Athletes Row, Apopka Details: The club will offer five camps: beginners/intermediate, advanced camp, intermediate/ advanced, beginners/little stars and intermediate/advanced.

Camp dates: June 7-10 (beginners/intermediate); June 14-17 (advanced camp), July 5-8 (intermediate/advanced); July 12-15 (beginners/little stars); and July 12-15 (intermediate/ advanced) Tuition: $135 (beginners/intermediate); $150 (advanced camp; intermediate/ advanced — both sessions); $136 (beginner/little stars) Registration: fivestarsvbc.com/ page/show/4159232-summercamps Ages: Varies; beginners/ little stars 4 to 8 years old) Contact: fivestarsvbc@gmail. com; emily@fivestarsvbc.com; (407) 970-8272

Foundation Academy Tilden Campus, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden Details: This camp provides a week of fun and fundamentals in soccer, football, volleyball and basketball.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 21-24 Tuition: $250 Ages: Rising first through sixth grades Registration: Visit foundationacademy.net/2021fa-summer-camps

FOUNDATION ACADEMY BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP Foundation Academy Tilden Campus, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden Details: Join Foundation Academy for its skills camp.

Skilled coaches will help take your game to the next level.

Players will learn how to be successful both on and off the basketball court.

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FOUNDATION ACADEMY BASKETBALL TEAM CAMP Foundation Academy Tilden Campus, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden Details: This camp is an opportunity to improve your team’s unity, leadership, fundamental skills and knowledge of the game. Skills training from 5-6 p.m.

Camp dates: 2-8 p.m. June 1417 Tuition: $300 Ages: Grades nine through 12 Registration: Visit foundationacademy.net/2021fa-summer-camps

FOUNDATION ACADEMY ELEMENTARY CHEER CAMP Foundation Academy Tilden Campus, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden Details: Learn the fundamentals of cheerleading, including dance, cheers, chants and jumps.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 7-10 Tuition: $150 Ages: K5 through fourth grades Registration: Visit foundationacademy.net/2021fa-summer-camps

GYMNASTICS USA 13175 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden Details: Stretch, tumble, twirl and play the summer away with crafts, games and more fun mixed in.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

May 26 to Aug. 9 Tuition: $195 per week for non-members, $175 for members; or $45 per day for non-members, $38 for members; lunches and extended-stay prices available Registration: gymnasticsusa. us/camps Ages: 3-12 Contact: (407) 504-0911 or email adminwg@gymnasticsusa.us

JOJO MARASCO LACROSSE CAMP

RDV ATHLETIC CLUB’S MINI CAMP

Windermere Prep, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere Details: Learn the game from former Syracuse University star and current Major League Lacrosse player JoJo Marasco.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon, June 7-10 (Session I), July 19-22 (Session II) Tuition: $275 for Summer Camp Session I and II, $500 for both sessions Ages: Fourth through eighth grade Registration: jojomarascolacrosse.com/ campsandclinics

8701 Maitland Summit Blvd., Orlando Details: This is the perfect camp for your little ones.

Mini campers participate in weekly themed activities, swim lessons, water play, exploratory movement and more. Campers must turn 3 and be toilet trained by the first day of the camp session. Extendedcare option available for an additional fee.

Camp dates: Weekly sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 26 through Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3vNJnvv Ages: 3-6 Contact: (407) 9162442

MONTVERDE ACADEMY LACROSSE CAMP 17235 Seventh St., Montverde Details: Coach Chris Spaulding, former U.S. Lacrosse Coach, will lead this camp for all skill levels.

Build skills, including passing, catching, shooting and more.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to noon June 7-11 Tuition: $150 per week Registration: montverde. org Ages: Grades 3 through 8 Contact: montverde.org

MONTVERDE ACADEMY SOCCER CAMP 17235 Seventh St., Montverde Details: This camp for both boys and girls offers half- and full-day options Camp dates: June 14-18; June 28 through July 2; and July 1923 Tuition: $125 (half-day) and $225 (full day) Registration: montverde.org Ages: Grades 1 through 8 Contact: montverde. org

ORLANDO TENNIS ACADEMY West Orange Country Club, 3300 W. Orange Country Club Drive, Winter Garden; Windermere Preparatory School, 6189 Winter GardenVineland Road, Windermere Details: Expert coaches train children of all skill levels in tennis, golf and swim. Small groups of just 10 kids per group.

Camp dates: Sessions from June 7 through Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: orlandotennisacademy.com Ages: Varies Contact: (407) 928-6666

FAMILY CHURCH SPORTS CAMPS East Winter Garden, 1136 E. Plant St., Winter Garden; Lakeside, 8464 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere; Windermere, 300 Main St., Windermere Details: Family Church will offer a variety of sports camps, including cheerleading, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, basketball and much more.

Camp dates: May 31 to June 4 (All Sports Camp); June 5 through Aug. 7 (Ultimate Frisbee); June 14-18 (Girls Volleyball Camp); June 21-25 (Backyard Sports); June 28 to July 2 (Basketball Camp); July 5-9 (Field Sports); July 19-23 (Flag Football Camp); July 19-23 (Cheer Camp); and July 26-30 (Soccer Camp) Tuition: Varies Registration: summertime.ourfamily. church Ages: Varies Contact: Visit ourfamily.church

RDV ATHLETIC CLUB’S KIDS SPORTS CAMP 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd., Orlando Details: Sports campers enjoy group games, tennis, Kid Fit & Fun, swimming, ice skating, skills and drills, and more.

Campers must turn 6 by the first day of camp session.

Extended care available for additional fee. Camp dates: Weekly sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 26 through Aug. 6 Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3vNJnvv Ages: 6-11 Contact: (407) 916-2442

ROLLINS COLLEGE NIKE TENNIS CAMP Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park Details: The Nike Tennis Camp at Rollins College in Winter Park offers overnight and day camps for boys and girls.

Camp dates: June 13-18 (all skills); June 20-25 (tournament training) Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/2FiT7Vk Ages: 9-18 Contact: 1-800-6453226

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SOUTHWEST AQUATICS 205 Windermere Road, Winter Garden Details: SouthWest Aquatics offers aquatic survival skills, as well as private and group swimming lessons.

Camp dates: Varies Tuition: Varies Registration: Ongoing Ages: 6 months to adults Contact: (407) 905-0999

ROLLINS SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMPS 2021

SOCCER INSTITUTE AT MONTVERDE ACADEMY

Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park Details: The Rollins basketball program offers summer camps that are designed to improve a player’s basketball skills at any level of skill and experience.

Limited due to COVID-19.

Camp dates: June 27-30 Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3bu2bI2

17235 Seventh St., Montverde Details: The Soccer Institute at Montverde Academy (SIMA) offers its SIMA Summer Camp Experience during June and July 2021. Directed by Mike Potempa, SIMA general manager and head coach, the SIMA Summer Camp Experience offers a variety of camp options on the MVA campus for children ages 3-19 who have a passion and love for soccer. As each camp participant works hard over the course of the week, they have the unique opportunity to be selected as the Most Valuable Player in each residential camp and win an all-expensespaid trip to Spain in Summer 2022 to train in a professional environment and feel what it’s like to play in Europe.

Camp dates: SIMA Day Camp June 5-9 for boys and girls ages 3-13; SIMA Junior Elite June 9-14 for boys-only residential, ages 9-14; SIMA Senior Elite College ID June 16-20 for boys-only residential, ages 15-19; SIMA PRO Experience July 5-11 for boys-only residential, ages 9-19 Tuition: Varies Registration: soccersima.com/camps Ages: 3-19 Contact: Call (847) 3096671 or email info@soccersima. com

ROLLINS COLLEGE GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park Details: Rollins College is offering three different camps for middle school to varsity volleyball players looking to work on their game. Space is limited.

Camp dates: July 12-15 (Individual Skills Day Camp — beginner, middle school and JV players); July 19-21 (Individual Volleyball Skills Overnight Camp — varsity, JV and middle school players); July 24-26 (Team Camp — varsity- and JV-level teams) Tuition: Varies Registration: bit.ly/3bwKg3r Grades: Middle school to high school Contact: 1-800-645-3226

VICTORY MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER CAMP 2526 Maguire Road, Ocoee Details: Have a good time learning martial arts at these various Ocoee-based camps. All camps will be limited to only 15 people.

Camp dates: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; early drop-off begins at 8:30 a.m. XMA Camp June 14-18; Belt Promotion Camp July 19-23; Safety and Sports Performance Camp Aug. 2-6 Tuition: April prices $199 for each camp or three-camp package for $535; May prices $219 for each camp or three-camp package for $589 Registration: Ongoing Ages: Call for information Contact: Call (407) 877-6800 or email at ocoee@victoryma.com

WINTER GARDEN FENCING ACADEMY 44 S. Main St., Winter Garden Details: Now is your chance to experience the thrill of sport combat in a safe environment.

Camp dates: Call for information Tuition: Call Registration: Ongoing Ages: Elementary through high school Contact: (407) 347-3807

WINTER GARDEN KARATE SUMMER CAMP 1165 E. Plant St., Suite 5, Winter Garden Details: In addition to two martial-arts classes a day, children participate in a variety of other activities such as obstacle courses, karate games, and arts and crafts.

Camp dates: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays, June 4 to Aug. 10 Tuition: $109 per week Registration: Ongoing Ages: 4-13 Contact: (407) 8779951 or wintergardenkarate@ gmail.com

WINTER PARK VOLLEYBALL CLUB 133 Atlantic Drive, Maitland Details: The club offers fulland half-day weekly camps throughout Central Florida.

Camp dates: Dates have yet to be announced, but visit wpvc. org Tuition: Call Registration: Ongoing Ages: Call Contact: (321) 972-9991

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PARK CENTRAL Summer is a great time to visit — or revisit — all the parks that dot the landscape in Orange County.

Whether you want to cool down, relax, enjoy nature, exercise, let the kids run off some of their energy or all of the above, there is a perfect park for you.

Here are some of the parks waiting for you in West Orange and Southwest Orange. Be sure to check websites for COVID-19 hours and rules.

— AMY QUESINBERRY

ORANGE COUNTY Note: Basketball courts remain closed at all county parks, with no reopening plans. n Dr. P. Phillips Community Park, 8249 Buena Vista Woods Blvd., Orlando. This 43-acre park includes a lakefront, playground with jungle gyms for children, water-splash park, basketball court, baseball field, basketball and volleyball courts, paved jogging trails with park benches, two soccer fields, hiking trails, two fenced dog parks, amphitheater, concession area, restrooms and pavilions. Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. n George Bailey Park is located at 11974 Roberson Road.

Amenities include baseball fields, a playground, pavilions and picnic areas. n Gotha Park, 10013 Park RidgeGotha Road. It has tennis courts, a playground area and pavilion with picnic tables.

WINTER GARDEN Tucker Ranch Recreational Park and Nature Preserve is located at 70 Tucker Road, Winter Garden.

The 209-acre park and preserve opened in October 2018. It includes picnic areas, a canoe and kayak launch, communitybuilt playground, open spaces and nature trails.

Leashed dogs are allowed in the park. It is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. n Independence Park, 5849 New Independence Parkway, Winter Garden, is a walk-up park with playgrounds, a playing field and picnic areas. n Lake Down Boat Ramp is located on Conroy-Windermere Road. There is a free boat ramp to launch boats into Lake Down and limited parking with a handicap permit. n R.D. Keene Park and Boat Ramp, 10900 Chase Road, Windermere. The boat ramp is open from sunrise to sunset daily. The area also has soccer fields and a covered children’s playground.

n Rose Place, 8200 Old Winter Garden Road. The 18-acre park features a covered playground, picnic tables and grills, benches and a skating area. n Shadow Bay Park, 5100 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando.

This park has 17 tennis courts, a fishing area, youth softball fields, basketball courts and picnic pavilions. n Summerport Park, 14491 Bridgewater Crossings Blvd., Windermere. This small, neighborhood walk-up park has playgrounds and picnic areas.

Hours are sunrise to sunset. n Tibet-Butler Preserve, 8777 Winter Garden-Vineland Road.

Visitors can experience various forms of nature along six trails and boardwalks leading to Osprey Outlook on Lake TibetButler. There are exhibits and displays inside the Vera Carter Environmental Center. The preserve is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

n Tildenville Park, 202 Shongi Ave., Winter Garden. This is a 6.5-acre park featuring play equipment and picnic tables. It is open from sunrise to sunset daily. n West Beach Park, 9227 Winter Garden-Vineland Road.

This 20.3-acre lakefront park has picnic areas, charcoal grills, volleyball courts and a shaded playground structure. Open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. n West Orange Soccer Complex, 150 Windermere Road, Winter Garden. Four lighted fields can be reserved until 10 p.m.

The soccer fields are south of the Roper Family Y. The West Orange Dog Park is located west of the Y.

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OCOEE n Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive. This park features an open play field, the Veteran’s Memorial, a gazebo and restrooms. n Forest Oaks Park, 1708 Ison Lane. There is a basketball court and a playground at this park. n Freedom Park, 671 Thornebrooke Drive. In addition to an open play field and a baseball field, this park has a pavilion with picnic facilities, a playground and restrooms. n Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road. Next to the soccer field, there is a pavilion with picnic facilities and a playground. There is an open play field across from the center that houses the gymnasium and restrooms.

ORANGE COUNTY Deputy Scott Pine Community Park, 6865 Ficquette Road, Windermere. This is a 19.5-acre park that is home to the Windermere High School football field and track, as well as a recreational field. Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; track is open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

n The West Orange Trail is a 22-mile paved trail that runs through the communities of Oakland, Winter Garden, Ocoee and Apopka. It is open daily from sunrise to sunset and includes a path for biking and hiking and an equestrian trail.

OAKLAND n Jefferson P. “Jake” Voss Fishing Pier, located at the north end of Tubb Street on the shores of Lake Apopka. n Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail. The town owns the preserve, which is operated by a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating people about the

natural ecosystems of the Lake Apopka Basin and restoring and conserving the lands within the preserve. ONP includes a two-thirds-mile boardwalk that takes guests through a natural setting to the lake’s shore, several upland trails located throughout the preserve’s 128 acres, and an Environmental Education Center that has a museum and classroom. oaklandnaturepreserve.org. n Pollard Park, 525 W. Hull Ave., is ready for play. It has a lighted basketball court, a 1,000-squarefoot Willie Welch Pavilion featuring eight picnic tables (two are handicap accessible) and four grills, a KaBOOM! Playground, various wooden structures with seating around the park and basketball court. n Speer Park is located at 331 N. Tubb St. The largest and oldest of Oakland’s parks, this park was established at the time of the original Town Plat in 1887. Several large events such as Oakland Heritage Day are held there each year. The

park contains sidewalks for strolling through the mature oaks and palm trees, grills and picnic tables, a rentable gazebo for special events and a castlethemed playground, which includes swings and slides.

For the more sports-minded, a tennis court (currently closed and under construction) and basketball half-court are available, or guests can utilize any of the ample open space to create a game. The park is undergoing major renovations. n VanderLey Park, 117 Gulley Ave. In addition to the 500,000-gallon water-storage tank and pumping station, the park boasts two pavilions, picnic tables, grills and benches within a meandering path of sidewalks, which connects to the West Orange Trail. This park is located near the town’s center, which contains Historic Town Hall, Oakland Town Hall, public parking for trail access and the Oakland Meeting Hall with an outdoor gazebo. Both Historic Town Hall and the meeting hall are rentable spaces for events.

n Montgomery Avenue Park, 703 California Ave. There is an open play area, pavilion, picnic tables and walking track. n Municipal Lakefront Park, 150 N. Lakeshore Drive. On the shores of Starke Lake, this park has a boat launch, fishing pier and pavilions with picnic facilities. n Ocoee Family Aquatic Center, 1820 A.D. Mims Road. Cool off in the pool which has a zero-depth entry and spray features. n Palm Park, 529 Palm Drive. Enjoy the walking trail at this park. n Palm Drive Park, 456 Palm Drive. It features a playground and basketball court. n Parkside/Coventry Park, 2730 Coventry Lane. There is a playground, a pavilion with picnic facilities, and an open play field along with a tennis and basketball court.

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SUMMER FUN 2021 n Prairie Lake Park, 2075 Hackney Prairie Road. You can enjoy a walk along the nature trail, use the non-motorized boat launch or fish off the dock. n Russell Drive Park, 1268 Russell Drive. Enjoy fishing or play on the playground at this location. n Silver Glenn Park, 419 Sterling Lake Drive. This park offers picnic facilities and fishing. n Sorenson Fields, 755 Bob Sorenson Lane. At this park there are two lighted baseball fields and restrooms. n Tiger Minor Park, 401 Geneva St.. Offering basketball and tennis courts with lights. The park also includes an open play field and a playground.

n Vandergrift Central Park, 560 Flewelling Drive. This park offers a football field, three baseball fields and a basketball court. The park also includes a playground, pavilions with picnic facilities, restrooms, a fishing pier and a sand volleyball court. n Vignetti Park, 1910 Adair St. Home to two softball fields, handball, tennis and basketball courts. All sports facilities are lighted. The park also has an open play area, a playground, restrooms and a recreation facility.

WINDERMERE Note: Town residents can call Town Hall at (407) 876-2563, Ext. 5327, or contact Lcolli@town. windermere.fl.us to pay for and obtain a key for tennis courts and boat ramps.

n Central Park is located on Oakdale Street between Fourth and Fifth avenues. It includes workout stations, playground equipment, picnic tables, a pavilion, walking path, Frisbee golf, bike racks, new park benches, water fountains and bottle-filling stations, and parking. n Fernwood Park is on Lake Butler with the entrance on Seventh Avenue and Butler Street. It provides access to the boat ramp for town residents and features a boat dock and parking. n Johnson Park, Lake Bessie lakefront along Sixth Avenue between Lee and Lake streets. n Lake Bessie Lakefront Park includes the Lake Bessie shoreline from Eighth to 11th avenues. There is a boat ramp for town residents only.

n Lake Down Park, Lake Down lakefront at Fifth Avenue and Lake Street. This park has a swim area, boat dock, park benches, picnic table and swing. n Lake Street Park is at the end of Fifth Avenue at Lake Street adjacent to the end of the trail along Lake Down. The park features a walking trail, park benches, a fishing pier, picnic tables and a swing. n Palmer Park is on Pine Street between Second and Third avenues. It has a playground, picnic table, park benches and parking. n Park Among the Lakes at Main Street is between Second and Third avenues. There are three tennis courts for residents.

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HORIZON WEST n Lakeside Village Park, 10820 Village Lake Road, Windermere. This park features a large playground, gazebo, picnic area, exercise stations and trail.

Summer hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. n Parramore Park is on Main Street between Fifth and Seventh avenues. It is the former railroad right-of-way in front of Town Square and the police department and is used for landscape and drainage only. n Pocket Park on East Fifth Avenue off Main Street features park benches. n Town Square includes the one-block area from Main Street to Forest Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues. It includes Town Hall, Franklin W. Chase Memorial Library, basketball courts, park benches and parking. There is a 9/11 memorial there, as well as the Historic Cal Palmer Building. n Windermere Rec Center, 11465 Park Ave. This 13-acre park offers three tennis and volleyball courts, pavilions with barbecue grills for rent, a volleyball court, fishing dock, a bridge to a small island on Lake Crescent, kayak launch and parking.

WINTER GARDEN n Braddock Park, 13460 Lake Butler Blvd. This park has soccer and softball fields and a playground. n Centennial Plaza, at the intersection of Boyd and Plant streets. The centerpiece is a water fountain with benches and the city gazebo. n Chapin Station, 501 W. Crown Point Cross Road. It has basketball courts, tennis courts, a picnic pavilion and grills, a large playground and restrooms. n Dr. Bradford Memorial Park, 220 W. Division St. It has one large covered picnic area with a grill and several other covered picnic tables and short boardwalk. n Interactive splash pad and pavilion, 230 S. Lakeview Ave. The splash pad is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily (with a change of hours in the winter months). n Jessie Brock Community Center and Park, 310 N. Dillard St. It includes a 1/3-mile exercise trail with outdoor exercise equipment. Leashed pets are allowed. The campus houses the Winter Garden Parks and Recreation administrative offices and the city’s recreation programs.

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SUMMER FUN 2021 n Maple Street Park, 142 Florida Ave. The park has three lighted basketball courts, two threewall racquetball courts/tennis backboard, a volleyball court, a skate park with three ramps and grind rails, a small playground, picnic area with grills and an open field for playing. n Marvin Zanders Park, 322 11th St. It has a fenced-in swimming pool (Bouler Pool), playground with a picnic shelter and grills and lighted basketball courts. n Newton Park, 31 W. Garden Ave. The park has several picnic tables, a covered picnic area, grill, adjacent fenced-in playground, large grassy area for playing games and running around, a boat ramp, two small bridges and a pier over Lake Apopka. Rental facilities are available. Farnsworth Pool is located on the grounds and is open for public swimming during summer months.

n Tenth Street Pocket Park, at the corner of 10th and Center streets. This park has a shelter and picnic area. n Veterans Memorial Park, 420 S. Park Ave. The park has two softball fields, two fencedin tennis courts (lighted), six fenced-in pickleball courts, a multipurpose field, a playground, two full-court basketball courts (lighted), sand volleyball court and three picnic areas with grills. Across the street at 415 S. Park is Sam Williams Little League Complex, with three Little League fields, and Walker Field, used for Pop Warner youth football games.

The park is open until 10 p.m. daily. n Winter Garden Trailhead Station, Plant Street just east of Dillard Street. It has a playground pavilion for free use or for rental.

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