• 7/6-7/9 Circus Spectacular • 7/13-7/16 Imagination • 7/20-7/23 Pirates and Princesses • 7/27-7/30 Wild West • 8/3-8/6 Around the world Week • 8/10-8/13 Under the Big Top • 8/17-8/20 Space • 8/24-8/27 Water Wacky Week
B&N'S SUMMER READING PROGRAM Open to kids grades kindergarten through 6th grade. Kids can pick up a free reading log at the B&N Apache Mall location which they will fill out (they must read at least 8 books) and return. Then they will be entered to win an autographed copy of The Last Olympian (Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series #5). They will also be able to select a free book in the store (there are several titles to choose from, they are listed on the back of the reading logs) when they submit their completed reading log. For more information call, 281-6826.
SOCCER WORLD Beat the heat this summer and join us for an awesome week of soccer! Soccer World will be hosting a 1/2 day Soccer Camp for individuals looking to start playing the game of soccer or for individuals who currently play and are looking to improve their skills. The students will be divided up into age appropriate groups. Grades 1-4 (upcoming 1st graders can register, and out-going 4th graders can register). 9am-11am (Early drop-off is available- please call). $60. July 6th- 10th (Monday-Friday). August 10th- 14th (Monday- Friday).
During the Turf Tyke Program kids ages 20 months - 5 years old will experience FUN and Excitement in a safe environment. Our coaches not only work on teaching children the basics of a variety of sports, but they also work on teaching good sportsmanship from cooperation, to listening skills. By participating in our program you can expect our coaches to center on the child making them feel special each time they walk through the door. Go online to check out all the offerings.
MUSIC THERAPY GROUPS Jenny Kruse Music Therapy, LLC and Rochester Adaptive Park and Recreation offers four-week music therapy groups in June and August. The groups are for children aged 3-9 and will focus on both basic socialization skills and executive function training. We'll be working on skills such as social interactions with peers, making decisions, planning, and organizing, all while playing fun music games. Class size will be small, 4 or 5 students. Classes held at Bear Creek Services. $75 per month. Call Jenny at 282-3730 for more info.
CHINESE CAMP The Rochester Chinese Dance & Culture Summer Camp
offers Chinese Dance Classes by World Renowned Choreographer (Teng Lili), Chinese Zither/Guzheng Classes by Best Performer in Twin Cities (Li Yuxia) and Chinese Painting /Calligraphy/Paper-Cut Classes by a guest teacher. School age children are divided into separate age groups. Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., August 17 - August 28, at
Jefferson Elementary School (1201 10Th Ave NE). $300 ($30/day) + $10 Registration. To register, www.mcssamn.org/rcdregistration.asp. To learn more, www.mcssamn.org/rcdaboutus.asp or www.mcssamn.org/rcdschedule.asp.
SUMMER CAMPS @ ALLEGRO • The Princess Studio, June 15-19, 9:30 - noon. Class I, ages 3-5. Class II, ages 6-above. $145. Sleeping Beauty, Pocahontas, Jasmine and Tinkerbelle are the inspiration for this workshop. After daily class, the star quality of each princess will be explored through music, dance, literature, and art projects. A “mini luncheon” will be served each day. All parents are invited to a soiree at 11:45 am on Friday, June 19 to observe their little princesses’ performance.
• Baton Twirling. M/W evenings. June 8-July 1 (8 classes). Class I, 5-8 yr olds, 5:15-6:00pm. Class II, 9 yrs and above, 6:00-6:45pm. June 29 classes I & II combined 5:15-6:45 pm. July 1– Class performance 6:30. $100. The lost art form of baton twirling comes to life at Allegro with Kathy Chase. Learn figure 8’s, horizontal twirls, marching and dance twirl skills. Wear a leotard, tight fitted shorts, no tights, dance shoes (if you have them) or cotton socks. You must order your baton at time of registration. The last class will be a performance at Homestead Senior Center.
• Native Dance from India
June 16-July 28 Tuesdays, 11:00 am-noon (no class June 30). Ages 6-12. $100. Pratibha Verma will share the story and steps of a traditional modern folk dance from Uttar Pradesh of North India called “Chal Chhaiyya Chhaiyya” (Keep moving under the shade of love.) from the movie, “Dil Se”. In order for students to truly experience the art of Indian dance, Pratihba will provide from her personal collection of authentic costumes for students to borrow. A studio performance will be offered for family and friends on July 28 at 11:45 am.
ZUMBRO LUTHERAN VBS Zumbro Lutheran Church’s theme for Vacation Bible School (VBS) this summer is Crocodile Dock! VBS is for youth entering preschool-5th grade. The “Dock” will be at Zumbro from June 22-26 from 9 a.m. - noon each day. Registration fee is $20 per child and includes a t-shirt and music CD. You can register online at www.zumbrolutheran.org or in the Zumbro Lutheran Church office. If you have questions, please contact Rachel Arends at rachelarends@zumbrolutheran.org or by calling 288-2649.
SPANISH CLASSES Private spanish lessons for children ages 3 through middle school in my home. Cost is $25 per 45 minutes or $35/hr (for all children in the family to participate). Contact Cristina at learnspanishwithcristina@gmail.com or call 250-5394.
CROSSINGS ART CENTER • Crossings and Zumbrota's Covered Bridge Endowment Fund are organizing a June 2009 event, "Kids Draw!" The one-day event will be held June 13, 2:30-4pm. A plein air event, at the bridge, for grades 2-12. Kids, come and draw at Zumbrota’s Covered Bridge! Free guidance, instruction & judging will be given. All work is invited to exhibit the following weekend at Art in East Park. Prizes + 1 piece will be selected for publicity use for next year's festival and awarded $100 cash. $10 supply fee. For more information call 507-732-7616 or visit www.crossingsatcarnegie.com.
• Entering the Third Dimension Art Camp. 5-day session--$128. Grades K-4, Mon-Fri, June 22-26, 9am-noon. Grades 4-9, Mon-Fri, June 22-26, 1-4pm. New projects, including fused glass, plaster hand casts, and garden stepping stones, and new experiences everyday. Instructors: Diane Lund and Doug Snyder. For more information call 507-732-7616 or visit www.crossingsatcarnegie.com.
• Sculpture in Clay: Dancing Dogs. 5-day session--$128. Grades 4-9, Mon-Fri, June 22-26, 10am-noon. Create playful critters in clay. Instructor: Sharon Dorner. Kids grade 4-9 can sign up for both the 3-D Art Camp and Dancing Dogs for a full day of fun! For more information call 507-732-7616 or visit www.crossingsatcarnegie.com.
RYSA/SOCCER Rochester Youth Soccer Association is offering TWO different recreation summer camps. The first is a week-long morning camp that will take place in mid-June. The second is a four-evening camp that will take place in early-August. To register, visit the "Training" page on the RYSA website at www.rysa.org and click on the appropriate link. Here's more info on each of the camps:
• Summer Recreation Soccer Camp. June 15-19, 2009. 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Fuad Mansour Soccer Complex. Cost: $75. Ages: Grades 1 - 6. This fun-based soccer camp for children in grades 1-6 teaches and improves soccer skills using a series of enjoyable games. Emphasis is on developing and improving skills and team building. Goal is for the participants to improve their overall soccer abilities.
• 2009 Summer Evening Recreation Camp. August 3-6, 2009. 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Fuad Mansour Soccer Complex. Cost: $60. Ages: Grades 1 - 6. This fun-based soccer camp for children in grades 1-6 teaches and improves soccer skills using a series of enjoyable games. Emphasis is on developing and improving skills and team building. Goal is for the participants to improve their overall soccer abilities. This is a four-day, evening version of the recreation camp RYSA offers earlier in the summer.
A SUMMER W/ SEUSS In conjunction with its July production of "Seussical" (July 23 – 25 at Century High School), Words Players is offering A Summer Seuss Theatre Workshop for children ages 5 - 10. There will be three afternoons of acting, creating, and singing, with a focus on basic acting skills, vocal training, and interactions between characters. Students will work with actors from the SEUSSICAL production. July 13-15, 1pm – 3pm. Suggested donation: $60 (Includes class instruction, one student ticket to the July 23 opening night of Seussical, and a backstage pass after the show!). The Seuss Theatre Workshop will be held at 5930 Bandel Road NW (the Midwest Bible Baptist Church building, located on the Frontage Road along US 52 N.) To register call 252.4714 or email info@northlandwords.org. Registrations due by June 1.
VBS @ OASIS CHURCH July 13-17th, 9am-4pm. $79/child (scholarships are available at Oasis Church 289-8596). Ages 6-12. Camp Victory staff will be here to share God's Word. A full day of Camp Victory Christian camp activities: archery, crafts, dance dance revolution, dunk tank, mobile low ropes, slip and slide and much more. Register with Camp Victory 507-843-2329 or www.campvictory.com/registration.html
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF ROCHESTER The Children's House of Rochester focuses on the child's abilities and independence. The classroom will offer areas focused on language, mathematics, science, geography, art, sensorial and practical life. The Children's House of Rochester is a preschool/kindergarten that offers a quality montessori education for students ages 2.8-5 years of age. Classes run on a full time and part time basis Monday-Friday from 9-12 pm. The education provided will focus on the five senses which will allow exploration in a fun and safe environment. To register call Heather 398-5378
NATIONAL VOLLEYBALL CENTER CAMPS • Rochester Youth Volleyball Association
For more information on this camp go to: www.rochesteryouthvolleyball.org
• MN Volleyball Camps. Team Camp, June 15-17. For more information on this camp go to: www.mnvolleyballcamps.com
• S.P.I.K.E. Performance Camps. All Skills Camp: June 21-23. Intermediate & Advance setter/hitter, & Libero Camps: June 24-26. For more information on this camp go to: www.SpikeCamps.com
• US Sports Camps - Nike Volleyball Camps. July 20-24. For more information on this camp go to: www.ussportscamps.com
SUMMER HORSE CAMP - THE STABLES EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Great Experiences include: Safe Horsemanship, Basic Riding Skills (beginner-intermediate), English and Western Riding, Educational Curriculum (with guest instructors & demonstrations), Premier Facility. Register by May 15th and get
$25 off Day Camp Session.
Dates: Ages 7-11, June 22-26 (half days), July 13-17 (half days). Ages 12+, June 10-12 (three full days), July 6-10 (half days). $255 for three full days (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). $225 for half days (1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.). Care is available before and after (7:00 – 9:00 a.m. and/or 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.) for an additional fee.
Registration Packets are available at www.thestablesequestriancenter.com. Questions? Contact Eliese Klennert-Nelson at thestables@att.net or 261-7393. Located at 6489 51st St NE.
HEALTHFORCE MINNESOTA HealthForce Minnesota hosts two summer camps, Health Career Day Camp and Scrubs Camp, for students entering middle and high school respectively. If your child is interested in exploring the medical field, these camps are great opportunities for them.
• Rochester Health Career Day Camp, organized by HealthForce Minnesota, offers middle school students (grades 6-8) from Southeastern Minnesota the opportunity to explore over 16 careers in the healthcare field. The camp will be held on June 10-12, 2009 from 9-4 p.m. at the state-of-art facility Health Science Careers Center in Rochester, Minnesota. During the Camp, students will participate in a variety of hands-on and interactive activities and tours. Presenters from Mayo Clinic, Rochester Public Schools, Rochester Community and Technical College, Olmstead Medical Center and more will offer sessions in Nursing, Pharmacy, Labs, Yoga, EMT/G Cross, Hypnosis, Dental, Vet Tech, Surg Tech, Imaging, PT/OT/RT, Medical Illustration, SIM Lab, OMC Tours, and more! The $30 fee for the camp includes a pair of scrubs, lunch and snacks. For students who demonstrate financial need, ten scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. As of April 4, 2009, 37 of the 60 slots are already filled, so register ASAP! The Health Career Day Camp flyer and registration forms are available at www.healthforcemn.org.
• Scrubs Camp will be held at the Winona State University campus in Winona from July 26-31, 2009 and will give students in grades 9-12 the opportunity to learn about health-related careers, experience college life, and make new friends. Students will learn about more than 30 healthcare careers through many hands-on activities. The cost for the five day residential camp is $350 but many scholarships are available. For more information, go to www.healthforcemn.org. As of April 4, 2009, 85 of the 100 slots are already filled, so register ASAP!
ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM Kids of all ages are invited to participate in the Rochester Public Library’s Be Creative @ your library summer reading program. Read for 12 hours (pre-readers may have an adult read to them), turn in a completed reading log, and receive prizes including a certificate for a free mini pizza from Papa Murphy’s. The RPL Children's Summer Reading logs will be available to pick up Friday, May 22. The program ends August 29. Please call the Children's Desk at 328-2303 or check our website, www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org if you have any questions.
CAMP PRIMROSE Your child’s imagination doesn’t take the summer off- that’s why this is no ordinary summer camp. At Camp Primrose, your child will learn valuable skills while spending the summer with friends in a safe, nurturing environment. Each themed session is designed to stretch your child’s imagination, social skills and learning skills by incorporating our Balanced Learning® program for success. At the end of each session, your child will create something memorable and lasting before heading back into the school year. You’ll have the peace of mind in knowing that we’ll keep your child safe, engaged, happy and entertained. All your child will know is—it’s FUN! Our Explorers (School Age) program has 3 themes this summer: “What’s Cooking”, “Passport to Adventure”, and “When I Grow Up”. We also offer year-round programs for children 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Primrose School of Rochester will be opening in June 2009! We are located at 2600 2nd Street SW, Rochester, MN 55902. For more information, please contact us at 507.424.2660. More information on our website at www.primroserochester.com.
HONORS CHOIRS 2009-10 AUDITIONS Be part of a choir with a reputation for excellence! Audition for our next season! The Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota is a regional non-profit organization of four choirs for grades 3-12. This year, our 17th season, over 230 singers came from 23 southeast Minnesota communities and 52 different schools to participate. It’s a unique opportunity for motivated singers to experience artistic challenge and growth as they prepare and perform great choral music.
The choirs rehearse on Sunday afternoons/evenings throughout the school year in Rochester, and each one performs in at least three regular season concerts. In addition, choirs do outreach performances in the region. Next summer, Concert Choir will travel to Italy! Singers pay tuition, and scholarships are available for those with need, including the Honors Choirs Diversity Scholarship for ethnic minority singers.
The choirs are:
Children’s Chorus • for boys and girls in grades 3 through 5
Treble Choir • for boys and girls in grades 5 and 6
Chorale • for boys and girls in grades 7 through 9
Concert Choir • for young men and women in grades 10 through 12
Auditions will begin in mid-May, and interested singers are encouraged to call or e-mail to schedule an appointment (507-252-0505: hc@HonorsChoirs.org). To learn more about the choirs, visit us on the web at www.HonorsChoirs.org.
PROJECT GET OUTDOORS June 16 - August 11, Project Get Outdoors will meet each Tuesday from 1-3pm at Chester Woods for outdoor exploration and nature adventures. Kids will learn about canoeing, fishing, hiking, bird watching and much more! The program is free and open to Rochester children in grades K-8. For more information about this program, contact Sara Grover at sara.grover@yahoo.com. www.projectgetoutdoors.org.
ROCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester Montessori Summer Programs offered June 15 thru August 7th. Children entering 1st thru 5th grade may sign up by the week for full or 1/2 day classes. Each week there will be a different topic from Spanish & Chinese camps to Cooking, Science, Travel, Baseball, etc. See our website for detailed class listings and registration information at www.rmschool.org.
CAMP KINGDOM KIDS Camp Kingdom Kids, www.kkrochester.org offers weekly themes and field trips, June 15-August 21, open 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Offerings for 4 year olds through 6th grade. Held at Christ Community Church, 4400 55th Streeet, N.W. Run by certified teachers.
SUMMER SPANISH CLASSES To register for any or all of the following classes, please send an email to jaclynthompson@yahoo.com, or call Jackie Thompson at 536-4179. State which class (classes) you are interested in, along with your child’s name (children’s names) and age(s). Your check is due before the closing of registration. Classes are on a first-come, first-service basis. Make/send check to: Jackie Thompson 1985 Hart Dr SW Rochester MN 55902. Register for one camp and one class by May 18th and save $10 per child!
• Spanish Camp: Session 1 (ages 3-6). Monday, June 1-Friday, June 5, 9-10:30 AM at instructor’s home (1985 Hart Dr SW). $70 per child; $55 additional sibling. Your child will learn Spanish vocabulary including basic colors, numbers 0-10, body parts, clothing, food, greetings, farewells, manner words, and much more! Each class will include a Spanish story, songs, activities, games, snack, free play and a craft. This is a child only class. Registration closes: May 18.
:• Spanish Stories, Songs and More (ages 3-6). Tuesday, June 9-Thursday June 11, 9:15-10 AM at instructor’s home (1985 Hart Dr SW). $30 per child. Your child will have fun learning Spanish through stories, songs, fingerplays, games, and hands-on activities. There will be a variety of topics taught each day. This is a child only class. Registration closes: May 26.
• Parent/Child Spanish Class (ages 2-5). Monday, June 22-Wednesday June 24, 9:15-10 AM at instructor’s home (1985 Hart Dr SW). $35 per parent/child pair; $25 additional sibling with same parent. Your child will learn general vocabulary through games, songs, crafts and hands-on activities. Parents will learn creative ways of reinforcing what has been introduced, and will take part actively in class with their child.
Registration closes: June 8.
• Spanish Camp: Session 2 (ages 3-6). Monday, July 13-Friday, Jul 17, 9-10:30 AM at instructor’s home (1985 Hart Dr SW). $70 per child; $55 additional sibling. Your child will learn Spanish vocabulary including unique colors, numbers 10-20, shapes, animals, transportation, greetings, farewells, manner words, and much more! Each class will include a Spanish story, songs, activities, games, snack, free play and a craft. This is a child only class. Registration closes: June 29.
IRONWOOD SPRINGS CHRISTIAN RANCH Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, www.ironwoodsprings.com, in Stewartville offers a variety of summer camps. Summer camps will focus on teaching the campers how to grow in their walk with the Lord through the speakers, music, staff, and more!! A great chance to see old friends and make new ones. We require that anyone registering for Ironwood horse camps weigh 225# or less. For the safety of the rider and consideration
of our horses this rule will be strictly enforced.
• Junior I – June 29 - July 2nd For boys and girls going into 3rd-5th grade in the fall of 2009. Junior 1 Camp is full of fun and challenging activities. Events include large groups games, Bible devotional times, chapel meetings, cabin times and much more. New experiences provide the basis for personal and spiritual growth while making many great memories.
• Junior I Horsemanship: Sign up for horsemanship while attending camp at Ironwood Springs. Horsemanship includes indoor western riding lessons and outdoor scenic trail rides. Campers will learn about horse behavior, horse care, horse colors and breeds, how to catch and lead a horse, how to groom a horse and more. The week ends with a certificate and a picture of the camper and one of the horses they rode at Ironwood. Picture and video highlights will be included in the closing program. Limit of 60 participants and fills quickly so sign up early!
• Junior II – June 21st-25th For boys and girls going into 6th-8th grade in the fall of 2009. Junior II campers will be challenged to grow in Christ’s likeness. It is our prayer that our theme, “Shine in ‘09” will impact campers while at Ironwood and beyond. Campers should come prepared for tons of fun with the “classics” such as BIFFER as well as new and exciting big games, cabin competition, and great times of praise and worship.
• Junior II Horsemanship: Sign up for horsemanship while attending camp at Ironwood Springs. Campers will have the opportunity to advance in both their riding and education of horses from Junior I camp. Campers will enjoy both an extra day of riding as well as more time with the horses throughout each day of camp!! Don’t miss this great opportunity!! Horsemanship includes indoor western riding lessons & outdoor scenic trail rides. Campers will review and learn more about horse behavior, horse care, colors and breeds, groom, and catching and haltering a horse. Junior II horsemanship participants will also learn how to saddle their horse. The week ends with a certificate and a picture of the camper and one of the horses they rode at Ironwood. Picture and video highlights will be included in the closing program. Limit of 60 participants and fills quickly so sign up early!
• Teen Camp – July 6 - 10th For those going into 9th-12th grade in the fall of 2009. Get ready for a great time of friends, food and fun. Along with BIFFER, intense cabin competitions, big games, and daily devotions, many unique and special events are being planned. You will have a fabulous time building relationships as well as digging into God’s Word. Our speaker and worship team will encourage students to “Shine in 09” after they leave camp and enter their personal mission field of friends, classmates, etc.
• Wrangler Camp– July 6 - 10th For those going into 9th-12th grade in the fall of 2009. A horse intense camp for 20 kids entering 9th-12th grade in the fall of 2009. Even more importantly, campers will be challenged to grow in their walk with the Lord through the speakers, music, staff, and more!! Horse activities will include indoor western riding lessons, outdoor
scenic trail riding, grooming, saddling, training demonstrations, leather crafts and more!! All non-horse activities occur with Teen Camp. These activities include chapel time with will be Bible-based messages and worship music. Other non-horse activities include daily devotions and bible studies, intense cabin competitions, big games, fun meals, and more!! The week will end with a horse show for the parents in Castner Riding Arena, a picture with the camp and one of the horses they rode at Ironwood, a certificate, and a T-Shirt.
• Wrangler Day Camp – Beginner – July 13 - 17th For kids going into grades 5-8 in the fall of 2009. The camp will run Monday-Friday (9am-3pm). Lunch will be provided. THIS CAMP IS FOR BEGINNER AND NOVICE RIDERS. Horse activities will include indoor western riding lessons, outdoor scenic trail riding, grooming, saddling, training demonstrations, leather crafts and more!! Non-horsemanship activities will include devotions and bible studies. The week will end with a horse show for the parents in Castner Riding Arena, a picture with the camper and one of the horses they rode at Ironwood, a certificate, and a T-Shirt. Limit of 20 participants.
• Wrangler Day Camp – Advanced – August 3-7th For kids going into grades 5-8 in the fall of 2009. The camp will run Monday-Friday (9am-3pm). Lunch will be provided. THIS CAMP IS FOR EXPERIENCED RIDERS and approval from the wrangler staff will be required prior to registration. Horse activities will include indoor western riding lessons, outdoor scenic trail riding, grooming, saddling, training demonstrations, leather crafts and more!! Non-horsemanship activities will include devotions and bible studies. The week will end with a horse show for the parents in Castner Riding Arena, a picture with the camper and one of the horses they rode at Ironwood, a certificate, and a T-Shirt. Limit of 20 participants.
STANLEY JONES Stanley Jones offers speech, occupational and physical therapy. They are putting together their summer children's groups for kids of various ages. Go online, www.sjatherapyservices.com, for more information on groups like: sensory skills, bike skills, integrated play group, social skills.
SPRING & SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS - ADAPTIVE DIVISION, PARK & REC Park & Rec's Youth Adaptive Division offers a variety of spring and summer activities for youth (ages 3-17) including bowling, Girl Scouts, soccer, choir, swim lessons, and a spring/summer dance. For more information contact Park & Rec's Adaptive Division, 328-2539 or visit their website, www.rochestermn.gov/departments/park for a program flyer and registration form.
SPRING & SUMMER ADULT PROGRAMS - ADAPTIVE DIVISION, PARK & REC Park & Rec's Adult Adaptive Division offers a variety of spring and summer activities for adult (ages 18 and older) including choir, soccer, swim lessons, teen scene, horseshoes, and the summer dance. For more information contact Park & Rec's Adaptive Division, 328-2539 or visit their website, www.rochestermn.gov/departments/park.
MIRACLE LEAGUE SUMMER SOFTBALL The Miracle League is an adaptive t-ball/sfotball program for persons 4 years and older with either a physical and/or cognitive disability. Rochester boasts a Miracle Field at the Watson Sports Complex. The field has a rubberized playing surface allowing barrier-free accessibility over the entire field. Bases are painted on the surface so persons with cognitive and/or visual impairments or those using wheel chairs, crutches, or walkers can easily maneuver the entire field without obstacle. To register go to www.semnmiracleleague.com
CAMP MOON-HWA Camp Moon-Hwa is a day camp for children, pre-K through just completed 9th grade who are adopted from Korea, but is also open to anyone interested in learning more about Korean culture. June 22-26. For more information call Mary Brown 287-9792, www.campmoonhwa.com
CAMP KINGDOM KIDS Dates: June 15th – August 21st. Hours: 6:30am – 5:30pm. A summer of fun is in store for your child when they join us at camp. PRESCHOOL - 4 by June 1st. ADVENTURERS - K-2nd grade. TRAILBLAZERS - 3rd-6th grade. Weekly themes include: Sportsmania, Christmas in July, Down on the Farm, Gadgets & Gizmos, Drama, Cookin’ Up Fun & Pioneer Days. Field trips for all ages to destinations both near and far are included in the cost and are always a highlight. Field Trips include: Hyland Park, Apple Valley Aquatic Center, Niagara Cave, Murphy’s Landing, National Eagle Center, Mall of America, Como Zoo, Stepping Stone Theatre, MN Children’s Museum & many more. For more information call 282-4840 or visit www.kkrochester.org
CROSSINGS Grades are for the school year 2009-10. A limited number of need-based scholarships are available through the Zumbrota Community Trust. Go to the Crossings website: www.crossingsatcarnegie.com or call 507-732-7616 for more information.
Art Camp: Entering the 3rd Dimension! Five day session: $128. Grades K-4: Monday-Friday, June 22-26, 9am-noon. Grades 4-9: Monday-Friday, June 22-26, 1-4pm. This camp is the favorite for kids who like to experiment. Tons of things to try including fused glass, plaster hand casts, bottle slumping, tin can luminaries, tumbled “sea” glass chimes, glass painting, garden stepping stones, and more.
Sculpture in Clay: Dancing Dogs (or Cats, or Zebras...)! Five day session: $128. Grades 4-9: Monday-Friday, June 22-26; 10am-noon. Whether you're a cat person, a dog-person, or some other animal lover, you can make them out of clay. Learn how to glaze and fire your work. Class includes free time to create whatever you dream from clay.
JAMFest '09: Rock 'n Roll music camp! Five day session: $135. Grades 8-12: Monday-Friday, July 6-10. Monday through Thursday: 6-9pm; Friday: 4-7pm for rehearsal, then 8pm for performance on stage
JAMFest '09 is pretty much what it sounds like. Any song/style/groove you want to play, we'll play it, or 'jam' it out and have fun either way. Get together with kids your age, start a band, and play a real live GIG by Friday night for your fans.
Pottery Wheel Camps: Learn to Throw! Five Day session for grades 4 and up: $145. Session #1: Tuesday-Monday, July 7-13, 9:30am-noon. Session #2: Tuesday-Monday, July 7-13; 1-3:30pm. Session #3: Tuesday-Monday, July 14-20; 9:30am-noon. Experience a real clay studio! Let the mud fly! Learn how to wedge clay, center and form shapes on the pottery wheel, trim and finish your work with colorful glaze.
Claymation: animate your clay figures! Five day session: $138. Grades 3-6: Monday-Friday, July 13-17, 9am-noon. Grades 6-12: Monday-Friday, July 13-17, 1-4:30pm. Using the same techniques the professionals use, learn the foundations of capturing motion, and make your own, short animated movie! Develop characters, create storyboards, design and construct sets; learn how to operate a camera and other technical aspects of creating a polished animation. Create individually hand-drawn flip books, too! A compilation DVD of all class work is included for each camper.
Textile Camp: Run with Scissors! 5 day session for grades 3 and up: $210. Monday-Friday, July 20-24 9am-3pm. Create your own art to wear and carry! Gender friendly. This class will include machine and hand sewing, rug-hooking, and all kinds of surface design. Every day is broken into 3 different classes, each with new projects.
Musical Theater Camp: Tom Sawyer! Two-week session: $265. Grades 4-12: Monday-Friday, July 27-August 7, 9am-3:30pm. This two-week camp is a musical adaptation of Mark Twain's classic novel about the antics and adventures of a mischievous orphan. Join Tom and his friends to liven up life in an otherwise quiet town along the Mississippi. Painting a fence goes faster if you've got friends to help. No experience necessary. Singing voice not required. Rough and tough guys (& gals) welcome. Performance on August 7 is free for all family and friends.
Handbuilding in Clay: Make your own indoor fountain! Five day session: $128. Grades 2-8: Monday-Friday, Aug 10-14; 10am-noon. Bring the outdoors indoors by creating your own tabletop water fountain using clay and inspiration. In this camp you’ll get a lot of time to play with clay—rolling, pinching, stamping, and glazing—and go home with a beautiful fountain.
Preschool Camp: Munchkin Art Camp! Five day session for ages 3-6: $120. Monday-Friday, Aug 10-14; 10am-noon.
Children can use all of their senses during this hands-on experience. Painting, clay projects, puppet theater, songs, movement, and snacks in a safe, nurturing environment. The variety of daily activities will spur their curiosity and expand their sense of wonder. Parents and guardians are welcome to stay and join in the fun.
S.N.A.P. BUS The S.N.A.P. Bus, sponsored by Child Care Resource and Referral, offers free, fun summer activities. On the bus there are books available for the children to read with their parent(s) or with one of the SOS volunteers. The bus also carries paint and easels for those that would like to paint. There's lots of different craft supplies (glitter, popsicle stick, tissue paper, sequins, foam shapes) for those that like to glue stuff to paper to create their pictures. For the sports fan, there are balls on the bus, which can be used for a game of kick ball. The SOS volunteers are there to help get the game going and to guide them during their game. For more information call 287-2009 Ext:259. The S.N.A.P. activity days, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., for this summer are:
June 18, Soldiers Field Park
June 25, Harriet Bishop School July 9, Elton Hills Park July 16, Ben Franklin School July 23, Longfellow School July 30, Riverside School Aug. 6, Goose Egg Park Aug. 13, Soldiers Field Park
KINDERMUSIK CAMPS Kindermusik With Linda is offering the following Summer Camps. You can register for classes online at www.KindermusikWithLinda.com.
• Busy Days! for ages 0 - 18 months: Monday, July 6 - August 3 at 10:00am. • Let's Play! for ages 0 - 7 years: Tuesday, July 7 - July 28 at 10:00am & 5:45pm. • Splash! for ages 0 - 7 years: Wednesday, July 8 - July 29 at 10:00am. • Out and About! for ages 0 - 7 years: Thursday, July 9 - July 30 at 10:00am. • Silly All Over! for ages 0 - 7 years: Friday, July 10 - July 31 at 10:00am
RCTC SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS For information and registration forms, go to www.rctc.edu
ATHLETIC • RCTC Basketball Camp - Dale Amy is back for his 18th year as basketball camp director and coach. He has directed and instructed over 60 basketball camps - over 3,000 boys and girls have graduated from his camps! He and his staff proudly teach basketball fundamentals to 4th through 9th grade boys and girls each summer in the awesome Regional Sports Center facility on the RCTC campus. The goal of the RCTC Basketball Camp is to help develop a well-rounded, complete basketball player and have a lot of fun doing it. Our philosophy is to instill in our students the fundamentals of the game along with a proper attitude toward it. We stress confidence, teamwork, effort and sportsmanship which we feel are important ingredients in achieving success not only on the court but also with family, school and life. Students will have instruction in defense, shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, one-on-one, three-on-three, and team play. Basic and advanced basketball fundamentals and will be stressed. Students will receive individual instruction and video tape analysis by camp coaches. T-shirts, basketballs, trophies and other awards will be given. This is the grade your child will be in for fall 2009. Fee: $95.00.
• June 22-24; BOYS; 4, 5 & 6* graders M,T,W: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM • June 22-24; GIRLS; 4, 5 & 6* graders; M,T,W: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM • June 29-July 2; BOYS; 7, 8 & 9* graders M,T,W,TH: 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM • June 29-July 2; GIRLS; 7, 8 & 9* graders M,T,W,TH: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM.
• Get Up, Get Moving, Get Healthy, GET THERE – RCTC - RCTC will partner with the Rochester Boys and Girls Club to bring middle school students a week of fun-filled sport activities. Learn new skills in a variety of sports – basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball - and healthy nutrition. Bussing will be provided to Rochester School District students. Check with your school counselor for eligibility. Brochure on line at www.rctc.edu/community. July 13-17 - students in grades 6,7,8 - 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Lunch, snacks and transportation provided. Fee: *This Camp is subsidized by local contributions and grants. Donations are greatly appreciated. For more information, contact Colleen Landherr Maddox at 280-3113 or colleen.landherr@roch.edu
• RCTC TEAM FOOTBALL SUMMER CAMP - Taught by coaches and players from the RCTC 2008 North Star Bowl Champion Football Team. Participants will learn flexibility, ability and form running instruction from National Champion coaches. Drills will include: offensive, defensive, 7 on 7, small group, weight training and speed/agility. All classes held at RCTC Sports Center & Stadium. July 9-10, 2009. $85. You MUST register as a school team. NOT an individual Camp. Contact your football coach for registration forms or call 280-3113 for more information. Deadline for registration – May 1, 2009 (late fee will be applied if space is available)
ACADEMIC • CAMP INVENTION - The Camp Invention program is a nonprofit enrichment experience that develops creativity, teamwork and problem-solving skills through hands-on exploration for elementary school children. It promotes a passion for learning science and focuses on making learning FUN! Your children will experiment with physics, engineering and creative problem-solving while practicing critical thinking skills that they will continue to use throughout their later lives. Two weeks of Camp Invention will be offered this year at RCTC: June 15-19 – EXPLORE program OR June 22-26 – DISCOVER program. For students entering grades 1-6. Registration: 1-800-968-4332 or www.campinvention.org
• Summer Theatre Academy of Rochester (STAR) - During this two-week musical session, students will be introduced to the magic of dance, music, and basic acting techniques. The two weeks will be spent learning these essential theatrical skills and rehearsing a short musical that will be performed free for family, friends and the community on Saturday, July 18. Camp and performance held in RCTC Hill Theater. July 6 -18 - students entering grades 10,11,12 & college freshman. 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM. In collaboration with Rochester Civic Theatre. Registration information available ONLY through Rochester Civic Theater at www.rochestercivictheatre.org. Fee: $300.
• College For Kids - Two different opportunities will be again offered this summer – All Day and Half Day programs for students in grades 3-8. Students who have been identified as gifted and talented will experience challenging, enriching and stimulating learning opportunities. Classes utilize the unique facilities of the RCTC college campus and the surrounding area. Catalogs and course descriptions will be available on the RCTC web site: www.rctc.edu/community/youth/cfk.html and from your classroom instructor or gifted and talented coordinator.
- College For Kids All-Day Camps for students currently in grades 3,4,5. July 27-31, 2009, 8:15 AM–4:00 PM. Limited to 60 students per Camp. Science Camp – Classes include Marine Biology, Chemistry, Rocketry & Geology; Computer Technology Camp – Video Game Development, Create on the Computer, & Exploring Animation;Environmental Exploration – Junior Naturalist, Project GO, Animal Basics & Water Resources. Fee: $300.
- College For Kids ½ Day Camps for students currently in grades 3-8. August 3-7, 2009 – students currently in grades 6,7,8 – 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM. August 3-7, 2009 – students currently in grades 3,4,5 – 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM AND 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Registrations will be done on-line this year beginning March 30th. Check out www.rctc.edu/community/youth/cfk.html. Fee: $150.00.
Best of Basics Summer Program by the Reading Center Give your child a BOOST this Summer! Did you know that the average student forgets nearly 60% of the math and reading skills they’ve learned over the summer? Avoid the “summer slide” by enrolling him or her in the Best of Basics Summer Program, offered by the experts in reading, the Reading Center! We offer multi-sensory teaching methods and a low student to teacher ratio (typically 5:1 for elementary; 6:1 for middle and high school students) so that kids get the most out of their class. Dates: July 6-31st, 2009. Ages: pre-K through High School. Cost: $250 for elementary, $285 for Middle and High School. Classes: Elementary (language and math), Middle School (language and math), High School (math refresher and language). For more information, go to www.thereadingcenter.org or call 507-288-5271.
YMCA Summer Day Camp and the Reading Center’s Best of Basics Summer Program! Dates: July 6-31st, 2009, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with free extended care from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Ages: students entering 2nd and 3rd Grade. Join this full day program geared toward summer fun and polishing up those language arts skills! Your child will participate in daily camp activities and attend an hourly session with the Reading Center staff. Registrants must attend both programs for the entire four week session. All programs (with the exception of the field trips) are held at the YMCA. A daily snack is included; however, each camper needs to bring a sack lunch each day. The hourly Best of Basics session (four days a week) with specially-trained staff of the Reading Center’s Best of Basics Summer Program, will work with your child at the YMCA, using a multi-sensory teaching approach that has proven to be effective in giving your child a boost toward making a successful leap into the coming school year! Limited enrollment. Sign up before June 12th. The Reading Center will call you to set up a prescreening. Best of Basics will include: phonological awareness and phonics; word attack skills, logic of our language; spelling rules and generalizations; comprehension, grammar, organizational skills. The Y Day Camp (five days a week) offers weekly themes and allows for the participants to attend weekly field trips. The themes during this time period will include: July 6th - 10th, 2009 – Spirit Week: A Thursday field trip to Chutes and Ladders Park in the Twin Cities; July 13th - 17th, 2009 – Explore Minnesota Week: A Thursday field trip to The Children’s Museum; July 20th—24th, 2009 – Carnival Week: Including an on-site carnival with inflatables and other games; July 27th-31st, 2009 – Cartoon Character Week: A Thursday field trip to Nickelodeon Universe at Mall Of America. Learn more about the Y Day Camp/Best of Basics at www.thereadingcenter.org or call 507-288-5271.
HONKERS HOME GAMES The Honkers play in the Northwoods League - a summer baseball league comprised of teams of the top college players from the Midwest and across the nation. All home games are played at Mayo Field, 403 East Center Street. Haven't been to a game? You've got to go. There's Slider (the baseball-headed mascot), free giveaways (provided by sponsors at many games), fun between-inning activities, and of course baseball. All Honkers home games are listed on the ROCHESTERfamilies.com Calendar of Events. For more info visit the Honkers' website www.rochesterhonkers.com. All game dates/times are subject to change. Always double check the game date/time on the Honker's website prior to heading out for a game.
HONKER'S HOME GAME SCHEDULE
July 1 VS. Duluth Huskies @ 7:05 p.m.
July 2 VS. Duluth Huskies @ 7:05 p.m.
July 3 VS. Eau Claire Express @ 6:05 p.m.
July 5 VS. Alexandria Beetles @ 3;05 p.m.
July 6 VS. Alexandria Beetles @ 7:05 p.m.
July 8 VS. Green Bay Bullfrogs @ 7:05 p.m.
July 9 VS. Green Bay Bullfrogs @ 7:05 p.m.
July 10 VS. Thunder Bay Border Cats @ 7:05 p.m.
July 11 VS. Thunder Bay Border Cats @ 7:05 p.m.
July 13 VS. Mankato MoonDogs @ 1:05 p.m.
July 16 VS. St. Cloud River Bats @ 7:05 p.m.
July 17 VS. St. Cloud River Bats @ 7:05 p.m.
July 24 VS. Mankato MoonDogs @ 7:05 p.m.
July 31 VS. Brainerd Lunkers @ 7:05 p.m.
Aug 1 VS. Brainerd Lunkers @ 7:05 p.m.
Aug 5 VS. Madison Mallards @ 7:05 p.m.
Aug 6 VS. Madison Mallards @ 7:05 p.m.
Aug 7 VS. St. Cloud River Bats @ 7:05 p.m.
Aug 8 VS. St. Cloud River Bats @ 7:05 p.m.
MINNESOTA ZOO SUMMER CAMPS The Minnesota Zoo offers a variety of half-day and full-day camp options. Toddler Time and Preschool Camps online registration begins Thursday, February 12 at 8 a.m. For children entering grades 1 - 12 online registration begins Saturday, February 14 at 8 a.m.
Mail-in registrations for all classes will be accepted starting Monday, February 16. Go online, www.mnzoo.com/education/camp/zcamp.asp, for a camp catalog.
QUARRY HILL CAMP GRAND Treat yourself and a grandchild to one of these fun filled days at summer camp! Pre-registration is required for all Camp Grand camps. To register, call the Quarry Hill Office at 507-281-6114, www.qhnc.org
• Nature Sleuthing Camp Grand: Monday June 29th or Wednesday July 1st. One of our most popular Camp Grand’s is back! The day will introduce grandparents and grandkids to all the best of quarry hill, plants and animals! They will have the chance to see live animals, take short hikes, collect animals in the field and pond, try their luck at fishing, cook lunch over an open fire, make a keepsake craft and just plain have fun exploring nature! A 1-day offering for Grandparents and children ages 4-8. Each child must be accompanied by at least one adult. Cost per pair $45/$35 for Friends Members; extra grandparent $10. Class runs 9am to 2pm
• Raptor Trapping & Field Trip to the national Eagle Center! Tuesday June 30th. Climb aboard our Critter Coach bus as we set out along back country roads in search of raptors. Once we spot a raptor lurking about, we’ll set out our traps in hopes of catching them! Raptors will be banded and released on the spot. After a morning of trapping we will head over to Wabasha for a picnic lunch and a visit to the National Eagle Center where their staff will put on a live Eagle show for our group. So pack a picnic lunch and bring your “eagle eyes” for this fun class and field trip! A 1-day offering for Grandparents and children ages 8-12.
Each child must be accompanied by at least one adult. Cost per pair $60/$50 for Friends Members; extra grandparent $20· Cost per couple includes transportation and admission to the National Eagle Center Class runs 8am to 3pm.
• Active Adventure Camp Grand! Thursday July 2nd. At “Grandparent’s Active Adventure” kids and grandparents will get a chance to have fun doing some of our most popular summer camp activities. We’ll paddle on the pond in our special tandem canoes, play our popular animal survival game and head out to explore our historical sandstone cave! We’ll also cook a tasty lunch over an open fire and at the end of the day make a keepsake photo craft to remember the day! A 1-day offering for Grandparents and children ages 7-10. Each child must be accompanied by at least one adult. Cost per pair $45/$35 for Friends Members; extra grandparent $10. Class runs 9am to 2pm.
QUARRY HILL SUMMER NATURE CAMP Quarry Hill Summer Nature Camp is a must do summer activity for many Southeast Minnesota youth age 4 all the way up to high school! These camps get kids outdoors everyday to explore the wonders of nature that surround us. Hiking, fishing, dip netting in the pond, canoeing, rock climbing, bird trapping, fossil hunting… and much more! All of our camp sessions are designed by Quarry Hill staff, feature small groups, and contain a great mix of learning and fun!
Camp sessions begin the week of June 8th and run through the week of August 17th. Our day camp runs Monday through Friday with classes from 9:00 am to 11:30 am and 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm. For older children, we have off-site, all-day or overnight trip options. Scholarships and transportation to Quarry Hill are also available.
Descriptions of each camp can be found beginning March 9th on our website www.QHNC.org, by stopping out at the Nature Center or in the March Community Education Summer Camp brochure. Registration for ‘Friends of Quarry Hill’ members begins in February. General public registration begins on March 9th, 2009.
HEALING ADVENTURES CAMP - FALL SESSION Healing Adventures Camp is a free one-day camp for children and teens (ages 5 - 18 years) who have experienced a loss of a loved one. The Mayo Hospice Program, with support from the Department of Chaplain Services and Mayo Eugenio Litta Children's Hospital, invite you to participate in the Fall - 2009 Healing Adventures Camp. Camp will be held Saturday, October 3, 2009, beginning with registration at 8:00 a.m. and will close at 4:00 p.m. There are a variety of emotions and feelings when a young person experiences the death of an important person in his or her life. Campers will have the opportunity to spend time with other children who have had a similar experience and meet with trained grief facilitators who will encourage discussion on loss, grief, healing and new beginnings. Campers will be assigned to age-appropriate groups and will participate in a variety of activities, including: nature walks, crafts, rock wall climbing, music and petting zoo. For more information email Carol Kuisle at kuisle.carol@mayo.edu or call 284-1690.
HEALING ADVENTURES CAMP - SPRING SESSION Healing Adventures Camp is a free one-day camp for children and teens (ages 5 - 18 years) who have experienced a loss of a loved one. The Mayo Hospice Program, with support from the Department of Chaplain Services and Mayo Eugenio Litta Children's Hospital, invite you to participate in the Spring - 2009 Healing Adventures Camp. Camp will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009, beginning with registration at 8:00 a.m. and will close at 4:00 p.m. There are a variety of emotions and feelings when a young person experiences the death of an important person in his or her life. Campers will have the opportunity to spend time with other children who have had a similar experience and meet with trained grief facilitators who will encourage discussion on loss, grief, healing and new beginnings. Campers will be assigned to age-appropriate groups and will participate in a variety of activities, including: nature walks, crafts, rock wall climbing, music and petting zoo. For more information email Carol Kuisle at kuisle.carol@mayo.edu or call 284-1690.
YOUTH GRAND PRIX SERIES A series of races offered to youth 18 and under. It costs $5 to join and everybody who participates will receive a certificate, medal, and t-shirt. In addition, there will be awards based on number of races run during the season. The goal is to promote an active healthy lifestyle for young people and emphasize participation more than competition. At the website, www.rochestertrackclub.com/RESULTS/Youth-Grand-Prix.aspx there are entry forms, a description of the series, and a list of the races/dates (at least one per month April through October). Contact is Larry Pederson at lpederson4@charter.net.
MED-CITY KIDS MARATHON The Med-City Kids Marathon is May 23, 2009. Kids in grades 1-8 train ahead of time and log 25 miles leading up to race day. Then on race day, they do a 1.2 mile race, completing their marathon. Go to www.medcitymarathon.com/kidsclassic.htm for more information. Contact is Jill Scheid at 292-0639 or jischeid@rochester.k12.mn.us.
ALL COMERS TRACK MEETS Grab your kids and their running shoes. The All Comer's Track Meets are held on select Tuesdays during the summer. Races start at 6pm and are held at Soldier's Field Memorial Park. (You can park in the pool/golf course parking lot.) Age-based, for-fun (everyone gets a ribbon) races are held for kids ages 2 through high school. Events range from 50 meters to the mile. The Rochester Track Club sponsors these FREE meets. 2009 dates: June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7 and 14. For more information, contact Laura Lenz at lenz.rowekamp@usfamily.net or 282-0465 or David Sletten at dsletten2001@yahoo.com or 319-2491. Go to www.rochestertrackclub.com for more information.
TOTAL ARTS DAY CAMP - ROCHESTER ART CENTER Total Arts Day Camp is a unique and memorable experience for any young artist! Join artists and art instructors for an immersive contemporary art experience. Create art as groups and individuals for traditional and experimental projects. Previous projects included print making, life drawing, public art projects, environmental sculptures, photography, painting, stop-action animation, skateboard art, and more! The focus of the camp is to introduce creative problem-solving, technical skills, and to have fun making art. The last day of each session features a "family and friends" presentation of work and processes done by our young artists.
Sessions fill quickly, so mark your calendars! Each session is limited to 22 students. The grade listed for each session refers to the grade last completed by the student. Instructors will be posted on our website later this spring. Scholarships are available to families who meet need requirements. Contact Education Coordinator David Parisi, 507-282-8629 or dparisi@rochesterartcenter.org, www.rochesterartcenter.org for more information and application. Scholarship application deadline: two weeks prior to start date of session. Tuition for all sessions: $255 member / $305 non-member. Family Memberships to the Rochester Art Center are only $60 for one year. This is a great chance to support Total Arts Day Camp and our education programs throughout the year. Member Registration begins Wednesday February 11, 2009 at 10:00 am. Public/non-member registration begins Wednesday February 25, 2009 at 10:00 am.
• Session 1, Grades 4-6, Monday, June 15 - Friday, June 26, 9:30am - 3:00pm • Session 6, Grades 9-12, Monday, June 15 - Friday, June 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm • Session 2, Grades 1-3, Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 17, 9:30am - 3:00pm • Session 3, Grades 4-6, Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 31, 9:30am - 3:00pm • Session 5, Grades 7-8, Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 31, 9:30am - 3:00pm • Session 4, Grades 1-3, Monday, August 3 - Friday, August 14, 9:30am - 3:00pm
KIDS ART CAMP - ROCHESTER ART CENTER Kids Art Summer Camp @ Rochester Art Center, 282-8629, www.rochesterartcenter.org Introduce preschoolers and kindergarteners to art making in our Kids Art summer sessions. In each session, kids have fun learning the basics of art. Sculpture, painting, mixed media and other projects will encourage creativity and personal expression. Each session is unique; students may sign up for each session for a new and exciting experience. Please note that June's session is only three days instead of four. Please register through Rochester Community Education, http://activenet6.active.com/rochesterce. Registration deadlines: one week before start of class
Tuition: Each Session: $59 member / $79 non-member. June Mini Session: $45 member / $60 non-membes.
• Kids Art Mini Session. Wednesday, June 10 - Friday, June 12. 10:00am - 11:30am • Kids Art. Monday, July 6 - Thursday, July 9. 10:00am - 11:30am • Kids Art. Monday, August 3 - Thursday, August 6. 10:00am - 11:30am.
ROCHESTERFEST This fun, week-long (Saturday, June 20 - Sunday, June 28) citywide festival has a little bit of everything. A parade (Friday), food booths (yeah - food on a stick!), ice cream social, Nickel Carnival, Rochester Kiwanis Parent/Child Free Fair, Family Fun Night. Mayowood Family Festival and lots more.
For a complete list of Rochesterfest activities visit www.rochesterfest.com. Look for the Schedule of Events. Rochesterfest buttons cost $3 and are available at many local businesses. Click here www.rochesterfest.com/button/index.html for a complete list of those businesses and a list of discounts and deals you can get only by flashing your RochesterFest button.
ROCHESTER CIVIC THEATRE CAMP STAR 2009, RCT’s summer theatre day camp program, is available to grades 3 and up. One- and two-week sessions available. Both musical and non-musical sessions available. Registration begins February 16th for general public (February 9th for RCT members). Online registration is available, www.rochestercivictheatre.org/STAR.php.
GLORIA DEI VBS Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (1212 Twelfth Ave., NW) will hold their VBS (Vacation Bible School) June 22-25. Their VBS is for 4 year olds thru 4th grade and is held during the day. You do not have to be a member of the church to attend. For more info call 289-1841 or visit www.gloria-dei.com
CAMP INVENTION
Camp Invention - A hands-on science and creativity day camp so fun, they won't even realize they're learning! Students entering grades 1-6, participate in 5 exciting modules taught by local educators each day. This year there are two Camp Invention options: Camp Explore (June 15-19) or Camp Discover (June 22-26) Registration: 1-800-968-4332 or www.campinvention.org. This camp sells out early. Register soon. Additional camps held in Dover-Eyota, Kasson-Mantorville, and other nearby locations.
YMCA CAMP PEPIN Camp Pepin is located in Stockholm, Wisconsin and offers co-ed camps (June, July and August) for kids in grades 2 through 12. Call 1-651-388-4724 or visit www.camppepin.org for more information.
SPANISH CAMP
The Language Workshop for Children at Kids' World registration for the 2009 Summer Camp-Like enrichment classes is now open!!! The Language Workshop For Children at Kids' World offers Spanish classes featuring the Thibaut Technique®, invented by Francois Thibaut 36 years ago. The instructor is certified to teach the Thibaut Technique®. This technique teaches Spanish through age-appropriate tools such as vocabulary rich songs, visual aids, action play, structured games, and sentence building exercises in an emotional supportive language immersion classroom. During this summer sessions, we offer Spanish language immersion classes with costume days, snacks, arts and crafts, theme days, birthday piñatas, and more! Immersion gently leads children to acquire Spanish language naturally, start to think in simple sentences, and add substantial vocabulary. Tuition includes a "New Songs and More" Workbook/CD set, snacks, and all supplies. Registration for *Spanish For Tots® "El club de los Infantes" 2009 Summer Camp-Like Enrichment classes (ages 6 months to 3 years)* is available at www.lwfc-kidsworld.com or call Rebeca Sedarski at (507) 261-9640. Registration for *Spanish for Children "El Club de los Niños" 2009 Summer Camp-Like Enrichment classes (ages 3 to 5) will be available through the LWFC at Kids' World www.lwfc-kidsworld.com and (ages 5to 9) will be available through Community Education, www.rochesterce.org and through www.lwfc-kidsworld.com. Call Rochester Community Education at 328-4000 or Rebeca Sedarski (507) 261-9640 for a sibling discount of $26.50. Students may register for more than one session. LWFC at Kids' World is located at 1530 Greenview Dr. SW #220, Rochester.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PREP PROGRAM The Middle School Prep Program will be offered June 15-26, 8 a.m. to noon at John Adams, Kellogg and Willow Creek Middle Schools. A one-week program will be offered at Friedell Middle School June 15-19. Enrolling in the Prep Program will give students an opportunity to become familiar with the middle school they will be attending. Brochures will be sent home with all 5th graders in early April. For further information, contact Community Education at 328-4050, www.rochesterce.org.
SUMMER OF SERVICE Looking for a great summer opportunity? Join SOS for two weeks of fun. SOS is a program for youth entering grades 5-12. During each two-week session youth will work on a team of ten helping our community with different service-learning projects. Session 1, June 15-26; Session 2, July 6-17; Session 3, July 20 - July 31; Session 4, Aug. 3 - 14. Registration forms will be available after March 6. For more information contact Community Education at 328-4050, www.rochesterce.org.
ROCHESTER AREA FAMILY Y CAMPS Registration for 2009 Rochester Area Family Y Summer Camp has begun! • Discover Y Day Camp is open to all children starting 1st-6th grade in the Fall of 2009. Discovery Day Camp runs June 6th-August 31st and is jam packed with fun themes, activities, and field trips. • Science, Engineering and Technology Camp is for ages 11-14. This program is IBM funded through WFD Consulting. S.E.T. Camp is six different camps in one - Lego Robotics, Musical Instruments, Bridge Design, Environmental Engineering, Advanced Lego Robotics, and Beyond Advanced Legos.
