ADVENTURE AWAITS!
THE SUMMER GUIDE WILL BE DELIVERED IN MID-MARCH
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS PARK DISTRICT
PLAY BOOK PRE-SUMMER 2024
PLAN TO PLAY!
LET’S
PLAY
This is your play book to plan a fun and exciting summer for the team at your house. We are excited to offer great recreational programs and camp opportunities once again this summer. On the following pages you’ll find a variety of one day, half day and full day camps–along with everything in between.
BENEFITS OF CAMP:
• A great way to keep your children active this summer in a friendly, safe environment • Experienced caring staff • FUN age appropriate activities
IMPORTANT DATES:
Resident Registration Tuesday, March 5 at 10AM Non Resident Registration Tuesday, March 12 at 10AM
REGISTER ONLINE 24/7 AT AHPD.ORG OR IN-PERSON
In-person registration available: Arlington Ridge Center (ARC) Monday-Thursday 5:30AM-9PM Friday 5:30AM-8PM Saturday 5:30AM-7PM Sunday 6:30AM-7PM Pioneer Community Center Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Saturday 9AM-Noon Camelot Community Center Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Saturday 9AM-Noon Administration Center Monday-Friday: 9AM-2PM
NEED HELP MAKING THE RIGHT CALL? Let our experienced staff help!
Call us 847.577.3000 and we will connect you with the correct staff supervisor.
Aquatics Supervisor - Swim Lessons Angela Neill (AN) Aquatics Supervisor - Competitive Swim Programs Rob Gussy (RG) Forest View Asst. Manager Summer Krones (SK) Heritage Tennis Club Asst. Manager Madeline Paler (MP) Golf Operations Manager Bryan Cox (BC) Cultural Arts Supervisor Kate Schwarz (KS) CAP/Camp Manager Katie Waszak (KW) cprp Recreation Supervisor - CAP/Camp Emma O'Meara (EO) Museum Administrator Dan Schoeneberg (DS) Recreation Supervisor - Camelot/Lake Arlington Kevin Keister (KK) Recreation/Pioneer Supervisor - Athletics Kevin Wollnik (KVW) Recreation/Frontier Supervisor - Athletics Jackie DeLaMora (JD)
aneill@ahpd.org rgussy@ahpd.org skrones@ahpd.org mpaler@ahpd.org bcox@ahpd.org kschwarz@ahpd.org kwaszak@ahpd.org eo'meara@ahpd.org dschoeneberg@ahpd.org kkeister@ahpd.org kwollnik@ahpd.org jdelamora@ahpd.org
cprp - certified park and recreation professional
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SPECIAL EVENTS Picnic in the Park
FREE!
North School Park
Friday, June 7 5:30-8pm
Celebrate the end of school and the start of summer with live music, bounce houses, mini-golf, balloon & bubble artists, food trucks, and more!
Due to the nature of special events and for the safety of animals and patrons, pets of any kind are not allowed.
FREE! Swing into Spring & Community Bike Ride Saturday, May 18 Bike Ride Registration: 9:30am Swing into Spring event: 11am -2pm
LIVE MUSIC
FAMILY ACTIVES
HOT FOOD
FRESH PRODUCE
presented by the Arlington Heights Historical Society
May 11-October 12
Every Saturday
Bike Arlington Heights and celebrate spring with crafts, games, rides, live music and entertainment. This dual event is free fun for all ages. Details at vah.com Presented by the Village Special Events and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commissions
8AM-12PM
www.ahfarmersmarket.org
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E! FRE
Summer Concert Series North School Park Lunchtime series Tuesdays at 11:30am June 11 | Miss Jamie’s Farm June 25 | Jeanie B July 16 | Ben Tatar & the Tatar Tots July 30 | Nanny Nikki
Evening series Wednesdays at 7pm June 5 | AH Community Band June 19 | Juneteenth Concert June 26 | AH Community Band July 10 | Are You Ready for It? A Taylor Experience* July 24 | AH Community Band July 31 | Arlingtones *Concert is from 6:30-8PM
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21+
all ages
Movies and more at the Course
MOANA On the pool deck
Super Mario Bros.
Friday, August 16
Tuesday, July 23
Arlington Lakes Golf CLUB
Movies in the
Park
Friday, July 19 7pm Happy Gilmore
Frontier Park
Starting at dusk
Due to the nature of special events and for the safety of animals and patrons, pets of any kind are not allowed.
FREE!
FREE!
National Night Out North School Park
Unplug Illinois
North School Park
Tuesday, July 16 10am –12:15pm
Thursday, August 1 5:30-8:30pm
Join the AH Police and partners for a free night of fun for all ages with live music and entertainment, demonstrations from the AH Police and Fire Departments, games, bounce houses, food trucks, and more!
Ditch your devices and “unplug” with bubble-making, cool crafts and live music with Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots!
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Free Shuttle
Frontier Days July 3-7 • Recreation Park
WED, JULY 3 Carnival Pony Rides Petting Zoo Dog Frisbee Hockey Main Stage Frontier Stage
THUR, JULY 4 4th of July Parade Carnival Jesse White Tumblers Family Fun Stage Face Painting
FRI, JULY 5 Carnival Petting Zoo Pony Rides
Pickleball Pony Rides Petting Zoo Bingo Main Stage Frontier Stage
Frontier Stage
Baggo Main Stage
SAT, JULY 6 3v3 Soccer Teen Volleyball Citizens with Disability Day Carnival Family Fun Stage
SUN, JULY 7 Stampede Pet Parade Adult Volleyball Family Fun Stage Carnival
Pony Rides Petting Zoo Face Painting Spikeball Main Stage
Pony Rides Petting Zoo Bingo Cake Decorating Water Fights
Frontier Stage
Main Stage Frontier Stage
*CARNIVAL RIDE WRISTBANDS
Half day wristbands $35, Full day $40 If purchased by Midnight on Wednesday, July 3 receive a $5 discount. Purchase at frontierdays.org Daily features include: Carnival rides and FREE entertainment on the Main Stage and Frontier State. Support Frontier Days by purchasing your food and beverages on festival grounds. No coolers, please. *Activities and times are subject to change. Stay up to date at Frontierdays.org or have questions? Call the Frontier Days office at 847.577.8572
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A WEEKEND OF FUN AT THE
FREE!
AH Historical Museum August 9 & 10 Irish Fest
Heritage Fest
Friday, August 9 5-10pm
Saturday, August 10 10am -1pm
Irish-themed live music and entertainment! Kids activities from 5-7:30PM. Irish food and beverages available for purchase.
Celebrate our community’s cultural diversity with the Park District, the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, and the Village of Arlington Heights.
BBQ, Bands, AND Brews
Saturday, August 10 5-10pm Live music and entertainment! Kids activities from 5-7:30PM. Food and beverages available for purchase.
Saturday 8AM-12PM
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EARLY CHILD HOOD Our Kaleidoscope Camp program is for children in Preschool or Early Childhood classes, and those about the enter Kindergarten in the Fall of 2024.
CAMP: 9AM-1PM
Extended Option: 1PM-3PM Camelot: Monday-Friday Heritage: Monday-Friday Recreation: Monday-Friday
CAMP WEEKS
Week 1 June 10-June 14 Week 2 June 17-June 21 Week 3 June 24-June 28 Week 4 July 1-July 3*^ Week 5 July 8-July 12 Week 6 July 15-July 19 Week 7 July 22-July 26 Week 8 July 29-August 2 *No Camp at Recreation Park week 4 ^No Camps July 4 & 5
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Kaleidoscope Camp: Almost to Kindergarten! (4 ½ Years – 5 ½ years)
Is your child starting Kindergarten this fall? Our half day program is made up of games, crafts, activities, pool time and fun songs. Camp is held both indoors & outdoors. We will be swimming daily, weather dependent. All children attending this camp must be potty-trained. Pull-ups are not acceptable. Each participant must be going into Kindergarten in August 2024. Please send your child with a lunch and water bottle every day. We ask that all lunches and snacks be peanut free. (EO) Please note: swim time will take place in our wading pool & in the 3 ft. section of the pool (with a swim test).
Kaleidoscope Camp: Preschool Fun! (3 years – 4 ½ years)
Games, crafts, songs, outdoor play and various preschool activities make up this summer camp, which is held indoors and outdoors. All children are required to be potty-trained by the start of the program. Pull-ups are not acceptable. Children must be the required age within 2 weeks of the program starting. We will use the wading pool & splash pad areas for swimming daily, weather dependent. Please have your child bring a peanut free lunch and water bottle each day. (EO) Please note: this camp is for any child, 3-4 years old, that is not entering Kindergarten August 2024. MondayFriday 9AM-1PM
MondayFriday 1-3PM Extended Care
MondayWednesday 9AM-1PM *Holiday Week
MondayWednesday 1-3PM Extended Care* Holiday Week
$108
$72
$65
$43
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Kaleidoscope Camp 2024
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
*Week 4
Week 5
6/10-6/14 6/17-6/21 6/24-6/28
7/1-7/3
7/8-7/12 7/15-7/19 7/22-7/26 7/29-8/2
78700 78723
78701 78724
78702 78725
78703 78726
78704 78727
78705 78728
78716 78739
No Camp No Camp
78717 78740
78718 78741
78719 78742
78720 78743
78708 78731
78709 78732
78710 78733
78711 78734
78712 78735
78713 78736
CAMELOT PARK: Preschool Fun! 5 Day | Monday-Friday 78695 78699 Extended Care 78721 78722 RECREATION PARK: Almost to Kindergarten! 5 Day | Monday-Friday 78714 78715 Extended Care 78737 78738 HERITAGE PARK: Preschool Fun! 5 Day | Monday-Friday 78706 78707 Extended Care 78729 78730
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
*No Camp at Recreation Park week 4 ^No Camps July 4 & 5
NOW HIRING!
APPLY NOW AT AHPD.ORG FOR SUMMER JOBS
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CREATIVE CAMPS Vibe Dance Company Summer Boot Camp Magical Ballerina Camp
Learn the basics of ballet, enjoy outdoor play and create fun crafts in this festive summer camp! Ballet terminology, creative movement and craft projects will encourage an interest in dance and keep the smiles coming all summer. Dancers may be divided by age. All children must also be fully potty-trained. We suggest a leotard and pink ballet shoes with hair in a ponytail or bun to dance. Dancers can also wear optional tights, skirt, shorts, tutu or ballet dress. Ballet shoes are only for dance time. Please be sure to send enclosed gym shoes for outside play and any appropriate jackets for colder days. (KS)
For all dancers interested in auditioning for the 20242025 season of Vibe Dance Company. Join us to jumpstart your technique this summer! This experience includes a variety of training each week in jazz, lyrical, conditioning and flexibility, jumps and turns. (KS)
ADMIN CENTER ANNEX DANCE STUDIO Code 79134
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 9-11 yrs M 7:00p-9:00p 7/15-8/5 $135/$165
PIONEER DANCE STUDIO
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 80843 12-18 yrs M 7:00p-9:00p 7/15-8/5 $135/$165 79135 5-8 yrs Th 4:15p-6:15p 7/18-8/8 $135/$165
ADMIN CENTER ANNEX DANCE STUDIO Code Age Day(s) 79126 3-6 yrs M-Th 79127 3-6 yrs M-Th 79128 3-6 yrs M-Th 79129 3-6 yrs M-Th 79130 3-6 yrs M-Th 79131 3-6 yrs M-Th 79132 3-6 yrs M-Th 79133 3-6 yrs M-Th
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Time 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a 9:00a-11:00a
Date(s) R/NR Fee 6/10-6/13 $79/$109 6/17-6/20 $79/$109 6/24-6/27 $79/$109 7/8-7/11 $79/$109 7/15-7/18 $79/$109 7/22-7/25 $79/$109 7/29-8/1 $79/$109 8/5-8/8 $79/$109
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Expressions Summer Dance Intensive
Our summer intensive is for dancers who have a desire to broaden their skills and strengthen their overall dance mindset. Each day highlights various dance disciplines including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre, contemporary, acro and more. The week also includes discussions, exercises and tools dancers can practice and apply to their daily routines. (KS)
PIONEER DANCE STUDIO
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79146 9-11 yrs M-Th 10:00a-2:00p 7/22-7/25 $250/$280 79147 12-18 yrs M-Th 10:00a-2:00p 7/29-8/1 $250/$280
Arts Alive Camp
Arts Alive provides art instruction that mixes technique with opportunities for creative freedom and selfexpression in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Campers learn the basics of different art mediums and experiment with various materials such as oil pastels, markers, watercolors, paint, colored pencils and more. Outdoor fun is scheduled between daily activities at the adjacent parks. (KS)
HASBROOK ART STUDIO
Code Age 78948 4-6 yrs 78950 4-6 yrs 80530 4-6 yrs 80532 4-6 yrs 79138 7-11 yrs 79139 7-11 yrs 79140 7-11 yrs 79141 7-11 yrs 79142 7-11 yrs 79143 7-11 yrs 79144 7-11 yrs 79145 7-11 yrs
Day(s) Time M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p M-Th 9:00a-12:00p
Date(s) R/NR Fee 6/17-6/20 $132/$162 7/8-7/11 $132/$162 7/22-7/25 $132/$162 8/5-8/8 $132/$162 6/10-6/13 $132/$162 6/17-6/20 $132/$162 6/24-6/27 $132/$162 7/8-7/11 $132/$162 7/15-7/18 $132/$162 7/22-7/25 $132/$162 7/29-8/1 $132/$162 8/5-8/8 $132/$162
Show Choir Camp – Middle School Edition! NEW!
This camp is designed for rising 6th through 8th grade students who love to perform! Join Kelsey Nichols, Choral Director at Glenbrook North High School, for a week full of singing, dancing, ensemble-building, and fun! The final day includes an informal showcase for families and friends. (KS)
ADMIN CENTER LOWER LEVEL
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 80888 11-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6/10-6/14 $150/$180
Show Choir Camp – High School Edition! NEW!
This camp is designed for rising 9th through 12th grade students who love to perform! Join Kelsey Nichols, Choral Director at Glenbrook North High School, for a week full of singing, dancing, ensemble-building, and fun! The final day includes an informal showcase for families and friends. (KS)
ADMIN CENTER LOWER LEVEL
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 80889 14-17 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/10-6/14 $150/$180
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Painting Camp
Bring your creativity for a camp all about painting. Daily projects and outdoor fun make this the perfect summer camp for imaginative minds. Dress for a mess! (KS)
HASBROOK ART STUDIO
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79148 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/10-6/14 $162/$192 79155 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/17-6/21 $162/$192
Recycle Art Camp NEW!
Drawing Camp
From creating sculptures out of bottle caps to turning old magazines into colorful collages, recycle art encourages campers to think creatively and resourcefully. This activity not only fosters an appreciation for the value of recycling but also sparks conversations about reducing waste and protecting the planet for future generations. (KS)
HASBROOK ART STUDIO
HASBROOK ART STUDIO
Bring your creativity for a camp all about drawing. Daily projects and outdoor fun make this the perfect summer camp for imaginative minds. Dress for a mess! (KS) Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79152 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/24-6/28 $162/$192 79157 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 7/8-7/12 $162/$192
Code 79154 79158
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 7/15-7/19 $162/$192 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 7/22-7/26 $162/$192
3D Art Camp
Bring your creativity for a camp all about 3D Art. Daily projects and outdoor fun make this the perfect summer camp for imaginative minds. Dress for a mess! (KS)
HASBROOK ART STUDIO Code 79150 79156
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Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 7/29-8/2 $162/$192 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 8/5-8/9 $162/$192
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Whose Camp Is It Anyway?: Improv Camp NEW!
In the style of the popular television show, “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”, have fun thinking on your feet in this fast-paced and interactive acting camp! Improv games, techniques and exercises keep campers busy and laughing all week. The final day includes an informal showcase for parents and caregivers. (KS)
HASBROOK DANCE STUDIO Code 79149 79160
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/10-6/14 $150/$180 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/17-6/21 $150/$180
Let’s Put On A Play!: Acting Camp NEW!
Imaginations will be hard at work this week! The sky’s the limit as campers learn the basics of acting, movement and playwriting to create an original play. The final day includes a performance for parents and caregivers. (KS)
On Broadway: Musical Theatre Camp
Sing and dance along to some of Broadway’s greatest hits all week long! The final day includes an informal showcase for parents and caregivers. (KS)
HASBROOK DANCE STUDIO
Code Age Day(s) Time 79153 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 79162 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p
Date(s) R/NR Fee 7/22-7/26 $150/$180 7/29-8/2 $150/$180
From Page to Stage: Playwriting Camp NEW!
Have you ever wanted to write your own play? In this camp, students learn the basics of playwriting through fun exercises and games, and they work on developing their own short plays throughout the week. On the last day, all campers cast their fellow campers in their plays and watch them come to life in a staged reading! (KS)
HASBROOK DANCE STUDIO
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79161 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 8/5-8/9 $150/$180
HASBROOK DANCE STUDIO
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79151 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 6/24-6/28 $150/$180
Behind the Curtain: Theatre Design Camp NEW!
From scenic painting to prop-building to costume design, campers receive hands-on experience learning the ins and outs of how a theatrical production comes to life. (KS)
HASBROOK DANCE STUDIO Code 79159 79163
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 6-8 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 7/8-7/12 $150/$180 9-13 yrs M-F 1:00p-4:00p 7/15-7/19 $150/$180
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EXPLORER CAMPS at the Historical Museum
“HER” Story
Back by popular demand! We’ll celebrate women from all walks of life, from ancient to modern, by looking at their daily lives, their struggles, and the achievements that are now part of their historic story. We’ll hear inspiring stories, get creative, and get moving!
Adventures in Art (I and II)
Campers explore and connect with different types of art by immersing themselves in the time period that they originated in, while also getting the chance to create masterpieces of their own!
Folklore and Fairytales
By drawing inspiration from the writings and home of our local fairytale writer, Nathanial Banta, campers explore the origins of popular folklore traditions and fairytales. Campers also have the opportunity to write and illustrate their own stories to share with family and friends!
History Apprentice: Dirty Jobs
Hometown History
History Mysteries
Magic at the Museum (I and II)
Campers learn about and experience different jobs that they might have had if they lived in a different time, like blacksmithing, farming, gold panning, and leather tooling. Have fun learning new skills with each new “apprenticeship.” Dress for a mess! An “Anonymous Collector” has donated a seemingly unrelated collection of artifacts to the Museum. Who is the mysterious benefactor, and what do these objects have in common? Using hidden clues within the artifacts themselves, campers work together to solve the mystery.
History Time Warp
Calling all time travelers! Campers explore the food, fashion, music, and culture of different notable decades throughout the 20th century. Learn what made eras like the roarin’ twenties, the flyin’ forties, and the swingin’ sixties iconic as we groove, trot and hop our way through the last century.
Did you ever wonder how Arlington Heights got its start? In this program, campers delve into Arlington Heights’ past, from its founding to its development into the bustling village it is today by exploring the museum and visiting different significant sites around town.
Abracadabra, campers! Put on your magician robes and get those wands ready for a fun-filled journey into the fictional and real worlds of magic. Campers are sorted into houses and make their own house crests, learn about the history and practice of magic and participate in a variety of magical crafts, activities and sports that get campers’ imaginations and bodies moving!
Pioneer Adventure (I and II)
Travel back in time to the 19th century and learn what it was like to live in pioneer days. Campers test their skills at a variety of pioneer activities, such as splitting and gathering wood, churning butter, and candle-making. Work hard and have fun, just like real pioneer children!
For more information about Museum camps, contact Dan Schoeneberg, Museum Administrator, at dschoeneberg@ahpd.org.
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7-12 yrs
CAMP SESSIONS $130/each ($32 for lunch)
Play in the Past
What did kids do for fun before we had modern technology? They “made” their own fun! In this camp, campers participate in a variety of historical games, activities and crafts, from creating their own board games to testing their skill at knot-tying, sack races and three-legged relays.
Secrets of the Museum
Campers learn about how a museum works through collecting, exhibiting, and sharing its knowledge. Become an Arlington Heights history expert and try your hand at becoming a museum curator… and maybe even explore some of the places that are typically off limits to the public!
Sign up for one half day camp per day OR sign up for both and register for the camp lunch code for the week
World Celebrations
Soda Pop Camp (I and II)
Gather at the site of the Original Arlington Beverages Factory for an “explosive” journey into the world of nineteenth-century soda pop-making. Campers learn about the scientific properties behind this fizzy drink, how it’s made to the bottling process, through experiments, tastings, and demonstrations. They even produce and star in your own soda pop commercial!
Museum Explorer Camp
Wrap up summer having a blast exploring the Historical Museum Campus! Whether you’ve been at camp before, or just joining us this week, new discoveries happen as you explore, learn and have fun!
Make every day of camp a holiday as campers are introduced to past and present celebrations from around the world. From Hanukkah and Kwanzaa to Diwali, Dia de los Muertos, and the Pingxu Lantern Festival, these festivities will open a window onto the people and cultures that observe them while also giving campers a new appreciation for the richness and diversity of traditional world celebrations.
World Explorers
Get out those passports and prepare for a trip around the globe! Campers “visit” different parts of the world by experiencing historic and modern games and crafts, languages, and foods from the countries we explore. We’ll also discover how these cultures have influenced our own community.
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4*
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
6/10-6/14
6/17-6/21
6/24-6/28
7/1-7/3
7/8-7/12
7/15-7/19
7/22-7/26
7/29-8/2
8/5-8/9
8/12-8/16
MORNING 9AM-NOON
Pioneer Adventure 78831
Magic at the Museum 78833
Adventures in Art 78844
History Mysteries 78854
History Time Warp 78858
Secrets of the Museum 78863
Magic at the Museum II 78914
Soda Pop Camp II 78918
History Apprentice: Dirty Jobs 78875
Museum Explorer 80515
LUNCH NOON-1PM
78822
78823
78824
78825
78826
78827
78828
78829
78830
80514
AFTERNOON 1PM-4PM
Folklore & Fairytales 78832
Soda Pop Camp 78834
World Celebrations 78849
Play in the Past 78855
HERstory 78861
World Explorers 78867
Pioneer Adventure II 78917
Adventures in Art II 78919
Hometown History 78876
Museum Explorer 80516
*Week of July 1-3: $73 (Lunch $16)
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DAY CAMPS Get ready for a fun-filled summer!
Day Camp offers children a summer full of fun! Campers participate in group games, sports, crafts, field trips, swimming and more!
CAMP GRADES
Our Day Camp program is for children entering grades 1st-6th in Fall 2024.
CAMP TIME
Full Day Camp: 9AM-3PM AM Extended: 7AM-9AM PM Extended: 3-6PM
LOCATIONS
Camelot Park: Frontier Park: Recreation Park: Pioneer Park:
CAMP WEEKS
Monday-Friday Monday-Friday Monday-Friday Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Week 1 June 10-June 14 Week 2 June 17-June 21 Week 3 June 24-June 28 Week 4 July 1-July 3*^ Week 5 July 8-July 12 Week 6 July 15-July 19 Week 7 July 22-July 26 Week 8 July 29-August 2 *No Camp at Recreation Park week 4 ^No Camps July 4 & 5
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We are pleased to offer additional add-on options for campers. Enhance their tennis or improve their swimming skills. Both are EASY add-on options for your camper’s 2024 summer adventure.
TENNIS LESSON
Available for campers at Camelot and Frontier camps. Learn the essential skills of tennis taught by Heritage Tennis Club staff. Each lesson you sign up for is a 1-week session. Please see the next page for class offerings. There are NO Tennis Lessons week 4 of Day Camp because of the July 4 holiday.
SWIM LESSONS
Available for campers at Frontier & Recreation Park camps. Each lesson you sign up for is a 1-week session. Please see the next page for class offerings. There are NO Swim Lessons week 4 of Day Camp because of the July 4 holiday.
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Registration Codes for Day Camp Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
*^Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
6/10-6/14 6/17-6/21 6/24-6/28
7/1-7/3
7/8-7/12
7/15-7/19 7/22-7/26 7/29-8/2
78836 78959 78877 78908
78837 78960 78878 78909
78838 78961 78879 78910
78839 N/A 78880 78911
78840 78962 78881 78912
78841 78963 78882 78913
78842 78964 78883 78915
78843 78965 78884 78916
78845 78966 78551 78885 78920
78846 78967 78552 78886 78921
78847 78968 78573 78887 78922
78848 N/A N/A 78888 78923
78850 78969 78574 78889 78924
78851 78970 78575 78890 78925
78852 78971 78576 78891 78926
78853 78972 N/A 78892 78927
78856 78893 78928
78857 78894 78929
78859 78895 78930
78860 78896 78931
78862 78897 78932
78864 78898 78933
78865 78899 78934
78866 78900 78935
78868 78582 78901 78936
78869 78581 78902 78937
78870 78580 78903 78938
N/A N/A N/A N/A
78871 78579 78904 78939
78872 78578 78905 78940
78873 78577 78906 78941
78874 N/A 78907 78942
CAMELOT PARK 5 day Tennis Lessons (T, W, Th) AM Extended PM Extended FRONTIER PARK 5 day Tennis Lessons (T, W, Th) Swim Lessons ( M, T, Th) AM Extended PM Extended PIONEER PARK 3 Day Camp (M, W, F) AM Extended PM Extended REC PARK 5 day Swim Lessons (M, T, Th) AM Extended PM Extended
*No Camp at Recreation Park week 4 ^No Camps July 4 & 5
Fees Camelot, Frontier & Recreation Park
Weeks 1-3 & 5-8 Week 4 5 Day Camp $178 $107 Tennis Lessons $48 No Lessons Swim Lessons $48 No Lessons AM Extended $63 $38 PM Extended $92 $55
Pioneer
Weeks 1-3 & 5-8 Week 4 3 Day Camp^ $110 $71 AM Extended $63 $25 PM Extended $92 $37
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AQUATICS DAY CAMP SWIM SCHOOL ADD ON
Dive into our new 40-minute Swim School classes, packed with extra practice for confident swimmers. Combine Day Camp adventures with essential skill building – no need to juggle schedules! Campers gain lifelong water skills, confidence and fun with a seamless transition between camp and pool. Choose one week or the whole six-week adventure and track progress with weekly report cards.
WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
6/10-6/13
6/17-6/20
6/24-6/27
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
WEEK 7
7/1-7/3
7/8-7/11
7/15-7/18
7/22-7/25
78574 78579
78575 78578
78576 78577
NO SWIM LESSONS
Frontier M, Tu, Th 10-10:40AM Recreation M, Tu, Th 10-10:40AM $64 for each week.
78551 78582
78552 78581
78573 78580
N/A N/A
SWIM TEAM SYNERGY Is your child already part of our Interpark Swim Teams? Staff can tailor swim school lessons to compliment their swim team training! Call 847.577.3029 for details. Swim School classes are scheduled for: • Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays • No lessons on Wednesdays due to Day Camp field trips • No lessons on Fridays • Enrollment in Day Camp is a prerequisite to register for these swim lessons
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SWIM SCHOOL + SPORT CAMP
Beat the summer juggling act and give your 5 to 9 year-old an unforgettable experience at Arlington Ridge Center! Campers dive into daily swim lessons, tackles outdoor games and indoor sports, all under the watchful eyes of aquatic staff who double as camp counselors.
Arlington Ridge Center (ARC) 9AM-12PM
SESSION 1
SESSION 2
SESSION 3
SESSION 4
SESSION 5
SESSION 6
6/10-6/13 78761
6/17-6/20 78763
6/24-6/27 78765
7/8-7/11 78767
7/15-7/18 78772
7/22-7/25 78773
Camp Highlights: • 40 min. swim lesson each day following our Swim School curriculum. This is equivalent to signing up for Swim School–so if you sign up for this camp, you can cross “swim lessons” off your to-do list! Your child will receive a Swim School report card at the end of each week tracking their skills. • Organized fun: Keep your child active with supervised outdoor and indoor games, sports, and playground time. • Flexibility: Enroll for one week, or all six! Sessions are Monday–Thursday. Each session is $150 for residents. • Free time for you: Catch up on errands, work or simply relax knowing your child is having a blast!
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COMBO CAMPS
Tennis & Golf Camp
This camp is a great introduction to both tennis and golf! Monday and Wednesday of camp will be at Nickol Knoll for pickup and drop off. Tuesday and Thursday is at Heritage Tennis Club. (MP)
NICKOL KNOLL/ HERITAGE TENNIS CLUB
Arts Alive & Tennis Camp
Arts Alive & Tennis Camp is a great way to express your creative side while also getting exercise and learning a great lifetime sport! (MP)
HASBROOK PARK
Code Age Day(s) Time 78947 4-7 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 78949 4-7 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 80529 4-7 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 80531 4-7 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p
HERITAGE TENNIS CLUB
Code 78951 78952 78953 78954 78955 78956 78957 78958
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Date(s) R/NR Fee 6/10-6/13 $150/$172 6/24-6/27 $150/$172 7/15-7/18 $150/$172 7/29-8/1 $150/$172
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 6/10-6/13 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 6/17-6/20 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 6/24-6/27 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 7/8-7/11 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 7/15-7/18 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 7/22-7/25 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 7/29-8/1 $150/$172 5-10 yrs M-Th 9:00a-12:00p 8/5-8/8 $150/$172
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) 79001 7-12 yrs M-Th 9:00a-10:30a 6/24-6/27 79002 7-12 yrs M-Th 9:00a-10:30a 7/22-7/25 79003 7-12 yrs M-Th 9:00a-10:30a 8/5-8/8
R/NR Fee $137/$147 $137/$147 $137/$147
Tennis & Sailing Camp
This camp treats campers to a morning of sailing instruction and an afternoon of tennis fun featuring Quickstart. The lessons are taught by experienced instructors from Heritage Tennis Club and Lake Arlington. Drop off is at the lake, pickup is at Wildwood Park, located just north of Lake Arlington. (MP)
LAKE ARLINGTON
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79004 9-13 yrs M-F 9:30a-3:30p 6/10-6/14 $281/$291 79005 9-13 yrs M-F 9:30a-3:30p 8/5-8/9 $281/$291
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Tennis, Archery & Sports Camp
This morning sports camp is a great way to introduce your child to a variety of sports including tennis, archery, soccer, softball, basketball, kickball and more! (MP)
CENTENNIAL PARK
Code Age Day(s) Time 78973 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78974 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78975 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78976 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78977 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78978 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78979 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a 78980 8-12 yrs M-F 9:00a-11:30a
Date(s) R/NR Fee 6/10-6/14 $180/$190 6/17-6/21 $180/$190 6/24-6/28 $180/$190 7/8-7/12 $180/$190 7/15-7/19 $180/$190 7/22-7/26 $180/$190 7/29-8/2 $180/$190 8/5-8/9 $180/$190
Tennis & Pickleball Camp NEW!
This NEW camp of tennis and pickleball is sure to entertain your child this summer! (MP)
CENTENNIAL PARK Code Age 79037 8-12 yrs 79039 8-12 yrs 79041 8-12 yrs 79042 8-12 yrs 79044 8-12 yrs 79046 8-12 yrs 79047 8-12 yrs 79049 8-12 yrs
Day(s) Time M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p M-F 1:00p-3:30p
Date(s) R/NR Fee 6/10-6/14 $180/$190 6/17-6/21 $180/$190 6/24-6/28 $180/$190 7/8-7/12 $180/$190 7/15-7/19 $180/$190 7/22-7/26 $180/$190 7/29-8/2 $180/$190 8/5-8/9 $180/$190
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SPORTS CAMPS
Sailing Camp
Each day sailors have four to five hours (all day) or one to two (half day) of sailing, including free sail time to practice their skills. On land, the sailors have two hours of land instruction, including terms and safety. Other activities include games, movies and crafts. Campers are grouped according to ability. A list of items needed will be sent prior to camp. Campers must be able to float comfortably in lake water with PFD (Personal Flotation Device). There is a swim test on first day, be prepared to get wet. (KK)
LAKE ARLINGTON Code 79107 79108 79109 79110 79111 79112 79113 79114 79115 79116 79106
Age Day(s) 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F 9-14 yrs M-F
Time Date(s) 8:30a-3:00p 6/10-6/14 8:30a-3:00p 6/17-6/28 8:30a-11:30a 6/17-6/28 12:00p-3:00p 6/17-6/28 8:30a-3:00p 7/8-7/19 8:30a-11:30a 7/8-7/19 12:00p-3:00p 7/8-7/19 8:30a-3:00p 7/22-8/2 8:30a-11:30a 7/22-8/2 12:00p-3:00p 7/22-8/2 8:30a-3:00p 8/5-8/9
Intro to Racing with Rori
Experienced sailors only! Must have instructor approval to register. Designed as a foundation course for beginner racers, this four day intro to racing and rules is a broad based sailing course that covers race boat handling as well as basic strategy and tactics. Course concludes with 3 hour regatta on Saturday. (KK)
LAKE ARLINGTON
Code 79102
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Age Day(s) Time Date(s) Fee 9-18 yrs M-W,F-Sa 8:30a-3:00p 7/1-7/6 $495
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Fee $244 $359 $234 $234 $359 $234 $234 $359 $234 $234 $244
Junior Golf League Nickol Knoll
For junior boys and girls who have played limited golf. Emphasis is on enjoyment, sportsmanship and feeling comfortable about being on the golf course. Weekly greens fees are included in the cost of the program. The first week is an orientation to the league with the campers playing a few holes. The following weeks the campers play anywhere from 6-9 holes depending on time allotted. Campers receive a tip before heading out on the course each week. Children are monitored periodically from our staff. Parents are welcome on the course with their child but not required. We ask that you arrive 10 minutes before your assigned tee time. Space is limited, sign up today! (BC)
NICKOL KNOLL
Code 78306 78307 78368 78369 78377 78370 78371 78372 78373 78374 78375 78376 78378 78379 78380 78381 78382 78383 78384 78385 78386 78387 78308 78309 78310 78311 78312 78313 78314 78315 78316
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 11-16 yrs W 10:00a-12:00p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 10:10a-12:10p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 9:00a-11:00a 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 9:30a-11:30a 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 9:50a-11:50a 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 10:00a-12:00p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 9:40a-11:40a 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 10:10a-12:10p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 9:20a-11:20a 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 9:10a-11:10a 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 10:30a-12:30p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 10:20a-12:20p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 10:50a-12:50p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 10:40a-12:40p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:00a-1:00p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:00a-1:00p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:10a-1:10p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:20a-1:20p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:30a-1:30p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:40a-1:40p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 11:50a-1:50p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 6-11 yrs Th 12:00p-2:00p 6/13-7/18 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 10:20a-12:20p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 10:30a-12:30p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 10:40a-12:40p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 10:50a-12:50p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 11:00a-1:00p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 11:10a-1:10p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 11:20a-1:20p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 11:20a-1:20p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100 11-16 yrs W 11:30a-1:30p 6/12-7/10 $90/$100
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Aces Soccer Camp
Arlington Aces Soccer Coaches create a safe, fun-filled learning environment while developing and enhancing the soccer skills of all campers. Campers are placed into groups based on their skill level and age. In this challenging environment, youngsters are encouraged to have fun, make new friends and improve their soccer playing ability. Daily sessions involve counselor demonstrations, specific skills training and games. (KVW)
SUNSET MEADOWS Code 79084 79085 79086 79087 79088 79089 79090 79091 79094 79095 79096 79097 79098 79099 79100 79101
Age Day(s) Time 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 3-5 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:00a 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-12:00p
Date(s) 6/10-6/14 6/17-6/21 6/24-6/28 7/8-7/12 7/15-7/19 7/22-7/26 7/29-8/2 8/5-8/9 6/10-6/14 6/17-6/21 6/24-6/28 7/8-7/12 7/15-7/19 7/22-7/26 7/29-8/2 8/5-8/9
R/NR Fee $130/$140 $130/$140 $130/$140 $130/$140 $130/$140 $130/$140 $130/$140 $130/$140 $215/$225 $215/$225 $215/$225 $215/$225 $215/$225 $215/$225 $215/$225 $215/$225
Aces Full Day Soccer Camp
Arlington Aces Soccer Coaches create a safe, fun-filled learning environment while developing and enhancing the soccer skills of all campers. Campers are placed into groups based on their skill level and age. In this challenging environment, youngsters are encouraged to have fun, make new friends and improve their soccer playing ability. Daily sessions involve counselor demonstrations, specific skills training and games. Campers should all bring a water bottle, bagged lunch, sunscreen, soccer shoes and apparel appropriate for outdoor activity. (KVW)
SUNSET MEADOWS
Code Age Day(s) Time 80830 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80831 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80832 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80833 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80834 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80835 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80836 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p 80837 6-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-3:00p
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Date(s) 6/10-6/14 6/17-6/21 6/24-6/28 7/8-7/12 7/15-7/19 7/22-7/26 7/29-8/2 8/5-8/9
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R//NR Fee $400/$410 $400/$410 $400/$410 $400/$410 $400/$410 $400/$410 $400/$410 $400/$410
Aces Soccer Advanced Camps Footwork and Dribbling
Dynamic dribblers are needed all over the soccer field and the Arlington Aces coaching staff is here to help you hone your skills. Enhance your dribbling moves and offensive skills. Players hone their footwork, learn how to beat opponents off the dribble, and how to better protect the ball. (KVW)
SUNSET MEADOWS
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79080 7-13 yrs M-F 9:00a-10:30a 6/24-6/28 $225/$235
Goal Keeping
All goalkeepers are invited to join the Arlington Aces coaching staff on the field to hone their defensive keeper skills. Goalkeepers learn the finer points of one of the hardest positions in sports. The act of saving goals requires a great deal of technical and psychological skill that is taught in these sessions. (KVW)
SUNSET MEADOWS Code 79081
Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 7-13 yrs M-F 10:30a-12:00p 6/24-6/28 $225/$235
Goal Scoring
All goal scorers are invited to join! The Arlington Aces coaches help improve goal scoring skills. Players learn proper shooting technique through fun activities that inspire them to score! (KVW)
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SUNSET MEADOWS
Code Age Day(s) Time Date(s) R/NR Fee 79082 7-13 yrs M-F 10:30a-12:00p 6/24-6/28 $225/$235
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