Youth Summer Art Camps!

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Cultural Arts Camps - Sign Up for these at the Recreation Center Front Desk - 513-563-2247

Acting and Improv Camp (Grades 5 – 8)
June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8
Mondays, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
$35 per person
Welcome to Act Up! Acting and Improv Camp, where young performers in grades 5-8 will dive deep into the world of acting! Throughout this immersive camp experience, students will focus on honing their acting skills through a variety of engaging activities. From improvisation exercises to script-reading sessions, students will learn to tap into the emotions of each character, interpret scripts with depth and nuance, and unleash their creativity. Each weekly class, lasting one hour, will provide a supportive and dynamic environment for students to explore the art of acting and develop their unique performing style. Join us for an exciting journey of self-expression, character exploration, and acting mastery at Act Up! Acting and Improv Camp! (Fun in the Sun staff will take kids to and from class at the Cultural Arts Center.)

Clay Camp
Tuesdays, 1:30 – 2:30 PM (grades 1-4)
Tuesdays, 2:45 – 3:45 PM (grades 5-8)
June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9
$55 per person
Come get your hands dirty at Clay Camp! Campers will receive a small batch of clay at the beginning of each class and will be guided in fun weekly projects. (Fun in the Sun staff will take kids to and from class at the Cultural Arts Center.)

Summer Art Explorers!
Wednesdays, 1:30 – 2:30 pm (grades 1-4)
Wednesdays, 2:45 – 3:45 pm (grades 5-8)
June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10
$50 per camper
Welcome, young artists! Are you ready to explore your creative side and let your imagination run wild? Then this is the art class for you! You'll get to experiment with different textures and materials, and create unique masterpieces that are truly one-of-a-kind. But that's not all - we'll also play fun games that inspire our creativity, tell stories that spark our imagination, and listen to music that helps us express our emotions. Our goal is not only to create beautiful artwork, but also to have fun, make new friends, and build confidence in ourselves as young artists. So come join us, and let's explore the wonderful world of art together! All artwork will be featured at our Big Art Party Summer Youth Art Show on Friday, August 2. (Fun in the Sun staff will take kids to and from class at the Cultural Arts Center.)

Mini Clay Camp (Grades 3-8)
July 29, 30, 31, August 5, 6, 7
Monday – Wednesday
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
$95 per person
Come get your hands dirty at Clay Camp! Campers will receive a small batch of clay at the beginning of each class and will be guided in fun daily projects. Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk.

Yarn-tastic Summer Fun - A Yarn Bombing Mini-Camp for Kids (Grades 3–8)
Instructor: Karen Anderson
July 29 - August 1, 2024
Monday - Thursday
1:00 – 3:00 pm
$65 per person
Embark on a colorful adventure where creativity knows no bounds! In our Yarn-tastic Summer Fun Mini-Camp, children will dive into the whimsical world of yarn bombing—a form of street art that brings joy and warmth to public spaces through colorful knitted and crocheted installations. This hands-on camp is designed to ignite imaginations, foster collaboration, and cultivate a love for both art and community. We will work together to create an installation in time for the Big Art Party on Friday August 2 from 6 to 8 pm, so be sure to plan to attend this free event. Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk.

Sign-up ONLINE for these camps

CINCINNATI MUSIC VILLAGE SUMMER CAMPS
Register online at CincinnatiMusicVillage.com or 513.259.3110

At CMV we believe in sharing the joy of music for all ages! Come learn and have fun with a close-knit team of passionate, highly trained teaching artists – no experience necessary!

Shooting Stars String Camp (ages 8 to 13)
June 17-21 / 9 am-4 pm / $375
Designed for students with minimal experience on their instrument who want a fun boost to send them into private lessons or a new year of school orchestra! The week will be filled with technique work, note reading, ensemble playing, mini lessons, and lots of fun! Students bring own instruments.

Summer String Intensive (ages 10-18)
July 29-Aug. 2 / 9 am-4 pm / $375
Violin, viola, cello, and bass players - join us for a week all about developing your "string craft!" With a heavy focus on chamber music, audition preparation (CJS and CSYO), and masterclass/performance experiences, this camp will exercise your musical muscles in a fun and supportive environment!

Mini Musical (ages 5-9)
July 15-19 / 1-4 pm / $225
A fun-filled week producing of a short musical, specifically designed around a theme for young children. Our week will include simple folk dancing, songs from around the world, and performing on instruments - all rolled into one awesome show!

Beginning Keyboard Camp (ages 5-9)
July 22-26 / 1-4 pm / $225
Learn about the piano in this exciting week tailored for young learners! We will learn to play simple songs, build our own drums, sing and develop musicianship, and a host of other musical fun and games!

CAMP GIVE BY MAGNIFIED GIVING
June 10 – 14, 2024 (grades 5-7)
June 24 – 28, 2024 (grades 5-7)
July 15 – 19, 2024 (grades 8-9)
9:00 am – 3:30 pm daily
$395.00 per camper
Register online here! 
Camp Give is a summer day-camp where youth engage in service and learn how they can give of their time, talent, and treasure to meet needs in their community. All the fun and energy of a summer camp with powerful and transformative hands-on activities to engage your child’s heart and mind. At Camp Give, participants will learn about the meaning of philanthropy and explore social causes with appropriate and eye-opening activities. During field trips to local nonprofits, they’ll hear directly from our partners to learn how they’re addressing needs and helping people, and then campers are empowered to jump in and complete a service activity! A portion of each participants’ camp fee is pooled for a grant, and at the end of the camp week, campers work together to select a partner nonprofit to receive their grant. Camp Give is a uniquely designed day camp.  While the day is structured with fun group games and outdoor activities, most of our camp design is intentional for camper development.  Arts and crafts, on-site and off-site service projects, personal reflection, leadership development and community discovery is incorporated into our unique camp model.

MY NOSE TURNS RED CIRCUS CAMPS AT THE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER
Register online HERE!

Weekly Circus Camps (ages 5-7)
Each Session is $130
June 3-7, Week 1                       9-11:30a
June 10-14, Week 2                   9-11:30a
June 17-21, Week 3                   9-11:30a
June 24-28, Week 4                   9-11:30a
July 8-12, Week 5                       9-11:30a
July 15-19, Week 6                    9-11:30a
August 5 – 9, Week 9                9-11:30a

Boost your child’s self-confidence and creativity In a safe, non-competitive, supportive environment! My Nose Turns Red’s summer circus camps are highly engaging and challenge youth to balance, manipulate objects and build strength – all activities needed to build hand-eye coordination. For the 5-7-year-old camps, the fun includes circus games, foam stilts, hula hooping, balancing on the globe and wire, and the basics of juggling.

Weekly Circus Camps (ages 7-13)
Each Session is $265 and max: 15
June 3-7, Week 1                        9:00a–3:00p
June 10-14, Week 2                   9:00a–3:00p
June 17-21, Week 3                   9:00a–3:00p
June 24-28, Week 4                   9:00a–3:00p
July 8-12, Week 5                      9:00a–3:00p
July 15-19, Week 6                    9:00a–3:00p
August 5 – 9, Week 9                9:00a–3:00p

Learn how to juggle, balance on the rolling globe and learn the basics of creating a clown character. Summer Circus Camps are highly engaging; challenging youth to walk on the wire, balance on the rola bola and build human pyramids, which builds their physical literacy and hand-eye coordination. Students play a wide variety of circus games that build teamwork and cooperation, trust and friendship. Boost your children’s self-confidence and creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment.