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UofA Helps Take 1st Pic of Black Hole

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame is beloved as they’re drawn in, emitting a lot of light, which can by millions around the world. But on April 15, be photographed. And that boundary where no light the cathedral caught fire and people worldor other radiation can escape is known as the black wide watched with horror and sadness. hole’s “event horizon.” According to Albert Einstein’s While the beautiful roof and spire burned, theory of relativity, that event horizon firefighters battled the blaze for nine hours is proportional in size to its mass. to stop the fire. They saved many importThe Event Horizon Telescope ant artifacts as well as the cathedral’s main (EHT) originally included the a radio structure, including its famous stainedtelescope on Mount Graham run by glass windows and two emblematic towers. the UofA in Southern Arizona, one in Donors have already raised more than $1 Antarctica also run by the UofA, two billion to rebuild the storied cathedral. scopes in South America and Hawaii, Up until the fire, Notre Dame, whose one in Europe and one in Greenland. name means Our Lady, attracted about 13 The images from these telescopes million visitors a year. were taken over a 10-day span in 2017. The telescopes were aimed Notre-Dame Facts: • Construction began in 1163 at the supermassive black hole in a black hole! • Construction was the M87 galaxy in the Virgo cluscompleted in 1345 • The cathedral was built on ter 57 million light years away. Its event horizon is a small island called the about three times the size of our solar system! “It’s Île de la Cité truly huge—it’s 6.5 billion times more massive than • It is built in the Gothic architecture style our sun,” Ozel says. • Napoleon Bonaparte was The EHT images generated 5,000 trillion bytes crowned emperor in Notre of data, stored on a half ton of hard drives! ScienDame in 1804 tists used new computer technology, cloud storage and came up with special algorithms to turn this Construction began on Notre Dame in data into this image. 1163 and was completed in 1345. It has Now the EHT has added two more radio teleundergone renovations since then, including scopes and the scientists are crunching the data for a a significant overhaul in the mid-1800s after picture of the Milky Way’s black hole, Sagittarius A*, being damaged and neglected during the also taken in 2017. French Revolution. “We were amazed and excited that our experiment The cathedral is part of history. In 1431, worked,” Ozel says. “I was awed that it looked so Henry VI of England was made king of France much like what we had predicted.” inside Notre Dame. Napoleon Bonaparte was

Time for a Change—Find Valuable Coins! The Great American Coin Hunt just happened as part of National Coin Week April 21–27. Coin dealers all over the country snuck thousands of old and valuable coins into our change system. And to get young and old excited about collecting coins again, the U.S. Mint kicked things off by putting special quarters into circulation! To celebrate its 227th birthday on April 2, the U.S. Mint released 2 million of each of its five 2019 America the Beautiful quarters with a W mint mark on its obverse (front or heads side). These coins were struck—the process whereby round flat blanks of metal are made into coins—at the West Point Mint in New York. These special W quarters represent just 1 percent of those quarters in circulation! “We want to encourage Americans to

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Black holes—we’ve known about them, studied them, run computer simulations to model them. And on April 10, we got to see the first image of one! Feryal Ozel is an astronomer and astrophysicist with the University of Arizona who studies black holes and neutron stars. She’s part of an international team of more than 200 scientists that took the first image a black hole. Dr. Ozel is on the science council for the project called the Event Horizon Telescope. By SYNCHRONIZING eight radio telescopes around the globe, astronomers and engineers created a powerful virtual telescope to look at black holes. The project got The first image of underway 10 years ago, but the groundwork began well before that. A black hole forms when a massive star—some can be billions of times larger than our sun—collapses in upon itself. “Black holes have collapsed into something infinitesimally small, according to our understanding, held up by nothing,” Dr. Ozel explains. “And they create this extreme warp in space-time that separates them from our universe!” With so much mass, the gravity of a black hole is strong enough to prevent light from escaping. That gravity also draws matter into it. But if light cannot escape a black hole, how do you photograph it? “What works to our advantage is that black holes pull matter from nearby stars and objects,” Dr. Ozel says. These gasses are pulled into a swirling, doughnut-shaped hurricane that heat up

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consider coin collecting by making the W mint mark quarters only available in general circulation,” says Mint Director David Ryder. With so many people buying things electronically these days, coin collecting has lost some of its shine. So coin collectors and the U.S. Mint want to boost interest in what’s rattling around in your piggy bank or pocket! If you didn’t know, NUMISMATICS is the collecting and/or study of coins and related stuff. The idea for the Great American Coin Hunt has been in the works for years, according to Rob Oberth, one of the lead coin dealers for this event as part of National Coin Week. The idea is to put the thrill of the hunt back into hobby. So find those Indian Head pennies, Buffalo nickels, silver dimes and W mint quarters!

crowned emperor there in 1804. The cathedral is also the seat of the archbishop of Paris. But perhaps what makes Notre-Dame so recognized is its architectural style. The cathedral is a classic example of medieval Gothic architecture, which features details such as stone structures, large glass displays and sharply pointed spires. The soaring arches and 115-foot ceiling were breathtaking and humbling for many visitors. Before Notre Dame, churches most often were short, nearly windowless buildings. Notre Dame featured flying buttresses— towers that distribute the weight of the famous roof. Flying buttresses are another key feature of Gothic architecture. These towers allowed the walls to be built higher and beautiful windows to be installed. While it has been damaged by the recent fire, there is no doubt that it will be rebuilt and continue to inspire visitors for generations to come.

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Read for Fun & Prizes This Summer by Reporter Travis Cooper, BASIS Oro Valley You can earn a free visit to Reid Park Zoo and other prizes by reading this summer. Pima County Public Library, Bookmans, and Barnes & Noble offer kids rewards for summer reading.

A Universe of Stories, the Pima County Library’s 2019 Summer Reading Program gives kids a reading tracker that includes a coupon for one free child admission to Reid Park Zoo (www.library.pima.gov/ blogs/post/srp2019/). The reading tracker is available at all library branches from May 18 through July 13.

Library branches will also give kids a free book, starting June 3, while supplies last. Bookmans offers a Kids Club that gives young readers a free book for every 10 books they read and summarize by giving the book title, the author, and a brief review (bookmans.com/kids-readwrite-and-repeat-at-bookmans/). Kids too young to write can draw pictures of the books they read. Kids Club runs year round and does not require any special forms. You could write your book report on a napkin or a pizza box. Barnes & Noble’s Summer Reading Program will give kids who complete a reading journal a free book from a selected list during the month of August (www.barnesandnoble. com/h/summer-reading). The reading journal for the program will be available in Barnes & Noble stores beginning May 7. Besides getting free stuff, reading will probably make the adults in your life happy, which could translate into other perks—something to consider.

Planking to Celebrate RBG by Reporter Molly Wheeler, Gale Elementary Ruth Bader Ginsburg celebrated her 86th birthday in March! All over the county birthday parties were held in her honor. I was lucky enough to go to one. At the birthday party, I learned how RGB is staying fit even in her late eighties. We did lots of planks in honor of her strength. I look up to Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) because she is a true hero who faced major obstacles as a woman. I read a book about her, “Notorious RBG” written by Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik, and it truly inspired me to fight for what I believe in. RBG is one of the four women who have been a Supreme Court Justice. A Supreme Court Justice is the highest kind of judge in the United States. They take on very serious cases and help make laws. RBG was born on March 15, 1933. Being a woman back then was hard. You were expected to be proper, not smart, but Ginsburg wanted to learn and go on to be successful. After high school, she did go to college. When women went to college they were there to find a husband, but RBG was there for other reasons. She wanted to have a serious career. She started college at Columbia University. After changing her mind many times, she decided she wanted to be a lawyer. She went to Harvard Law School and got her law degree. After that, it seemed impossible for her to get a job. No one was hiring a woman to work at their law practice. She took a job at Columbia College and

taught. She also got married and had kids. Years later, she got a job as a lawyer. As a lawyer, Ginsburg did her best to make changes for gender equality and women’s rights. She had to talk at many meetings and debates, then, one day she talked to the Supreme Court and they listened to her. They chose to help her, which was amazing because the Supreme Court justices hear thousands of people speak about problems and they handpicked RBG. Women had much more freedom after that. In 1993 President Bill Clinton appointed her to be a Supreme Court Justice, which is a lifetime term— justices work until they die or retire. Ginsburg was the second woman chosen to be a Supreme Court Justice, and she has been doing her job there for over 25 years. She helped give women more freedom.

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News Stories Written by Kids— for Kids Tucson Comic-Con Has Much to See & Do by Reporters Chamuel Murillo & Chikara Murillo, Homeschool The Tucson Comic-Con is a place that is great for many reasons—like food, cosplay, video games, anime/manga, movies and, of course, comic books and comic book-related things. You can witness your favorite characters walk right along with you. You can also game there in the arcade or, if you’re more oldfashioned, you can play board games or card games. Of course it is also a good place that you yourself can cosplay as your favorite characters—costumes are for sale everywhere there if you didn’t bring one. Also, if you are a comic book or manga collector you are in great luck as every inch of vendor space will have new release comic books or extremely rare ones as well. If you’re an art collector you are also practically in heaven as all aisles are filled with tables of different artists’ drawings, paintings, and other artworks. No matter what you’re into, what subculture you belong to, which movies you watch, what games you play or comic books you read, you can find them all there at the Tucson Comic-Con! It will be at the Tucson Convention Center on Nov. 1–3. I highly recommend visiting if you have interest in any of the aforementioned things.

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Enjoy Feasting & Family Fun at the AZ Renaissance Faire by Reporter Lizzy Barrett, Ocotillo Ridge Elementary On March 10, I went to the Arizona Renaissance Festival in Gold Canyon, Arizona. The Renaissance Festival is a popular attraction that takes visitors back in time to Fairhaven, a recreation of a 16th-century European village. It features entertainment including shows, rides, shops and, of course, jousting! This was the 31st annual festival—the first festival was held in 1978. I was honored with VIP treatment and the Duke of Norfolk generously acted as my tour guide for the day. I had a wonderful time! After watching the stunts and juggling of Barely Balanced, the Duke escorted me to the Fairhaven Feast Hall and lunch at The Pleasure Feast, which serves humor and entertainment along with historical foods. I was treated to a fivecourse meal accompanied by dancing, comedy, singing and even the bagpipes and drums of the musical group Tartanic. My favorite part was the feast master and his sidekick and their jokes, which made lots of references to commercials and songs. But a caution for parents: some of the humor is meant for adults! After the feast, I went to the joust where I was a guest of the Princess and watched the event from the shade of the royal dais. At the beginning of the joust, the royal herald announced my name as an honored visitor! On this day, the joust used a new format where the contestants were split into two teams—The Order of the Moon and The Order of the Griffin. They matched their skills against one another in both traditional jousting and in games of accuracy and precision. At my joust, the Order of the Griffin was the winner.

After the joust, I interviewed my favorite jouster, Sir Maxmillian, the Earl of Braden. He fell in love with jousting when he was around 11 after reading a book about Robin Hood. He has been jousting since 1985. His troupe, The Jousters, is a tight-knit group that performs in several Renaissance Faires across the U.S., including California and Charlotte, North Carolina. According to Maxmillian, the Jousters are different from other theatrical jousting companies. They have developed their own system of jousting which emphasizes safety while maintaining excitement and honoring the sport’s glorious Sir Maxmillian in jousting armor past. Also, their jousts are real competitions with no scripted winners. Another interesting fact he told me is that the Jousters is a family-friendly business. Sir Archer and Sir Garrett are Maxmillian’s sons, and Countess Cordellia, the Lady of Chivalry, is his daughter. His wife organizes other Renaissance Faires. Troupe members Sir Mauldron and Sir Edgeron are also father and son. You can learn more about them at the website www.thejousters.com. Before ending my adventures for the day I made sure to go on some of the rides. They were awesome, especially the ship ride that swung really high! My time at The Arizona Renaissance Festival was fun and magical, and I try to go back every year. There are also student days when the fair is not open to the general public and the students learn what life was like in the Renaissance era. MORE SCOOPS, page 10 ➧

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by Reporter Shane Crosland, Tucson Country Day School The Solar Guild and Citizens for Solar are two non-profit groups in Tucson that get together to educate the community about solar projects. At the end of April for the last eight years, I have been attending one of the most continuously operating solar cooking events in the world. This event, called the Solar Potluck and Exhibition, started in 1983. This year was the 37th annual Solar Potluck. The potluck is more than just solar cooking—there is solar power, electric vehicles, demonstrations, good fun and more! This is an educational, kid-friendly event with special guest Mr. Nature. Informational speakers and musicians were there on a stage with solar-powered sound! The cost of the event was free; however, co-sponsor Catalina State Park requires a $7 per car fee for entry to the park. Visit www.solarguild.org to learn more about the Solar Guild and Citizens for Solar and check out the monthly meeting events. There are over 650 members of both groups and if you want to join, membership is free! MORE SCOOPS, page 12 ➧

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Japanese Train Runs on Magnets by Reporter Anastasia Bradley Sonoran Science Academy East

is strong enough to lift the train 4 inches off the ground. The same magnetic forces that lift the train also move it forward and keep it centered within the guideway. This is the same technology used by Tesla’s hyperlogy which makes the ride smooth and the train exceptionally safe. The train was clocked at 603 kilometers per hour (375 mph). This is much faster than the maglev trains already operating in Shanghai, China, and in South Korea which run at speeds of roughly 268 to 311 miles per hour and 68 miles per hour. MORE SCOOPS, page 14 ➧

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In Japan, scientists and engineers have worked together to create the maglev train. Maglev means magnetic levitation. Unlike other trains, this train does not have any wheels, but instead runs with magnets. Imagine driving to work, and you’re going to be late because of all the traffic. The maglev train was built for this purpose. This train makes a faster, easier trip for anybody in a hurry. It does not pollute the environment as other trains do. The way this train goes is not by rails or train tracks. Instead, in runs by guideways. These guideways contain sets of cross-connected metal coils wound into a figure eight pattern to form electromagnets. When stopped, the train rests on rubber wheels. Once the train reaches 150 kilometers per hour (93 mph) the magnetic force

BSA Catalina Council Has Much to Celebrate! Award. And Sen. Martha McSally, an A-10 The Boy Scouts of America Catalina Council has pilot who retired as a colonel from the Air Force and much to celebrate these days. This is the council’s is Arizona’s newest U.S. Senator, received the pres100th year of its charter with BSA, and its Cententigious Good Scout Award for 2019. nial Scout Show had about 1,500 visitors During the luncheon, Jeff Hotchkiss who got to see and do some was introduced as the next Scout great Scouting activities Executive for the Catalina Council starting on April 13 at the Double V in May. Ken Tucker, the outgoing leader Scout Ranch. The big event of the Council, also was there. was made possible by a grant Click was humble in receiving his lifefrom the Conquistadores. time award. “I can go all the way around Next came the council’s 20th Annual Good Scout the room and talk about people who have given of themselves to others— Awards Luncheon on April 25 Kittle & y ll a cS their time and energy—and that’s what at the TCC. More than 400 ,M orees Click Americans are really good at, and the Scouts are attendees came to honor three Hon really good at,” he said. outstanding Tucsonans for their contributions to the McSally appreciates the strong foundation that community and to Scouting. Scouting BSA builds. “I’m absolutely honored,” the Businessman and philanthropist Jim Click former Girl Scout shared. “I just feel like I’m trying received the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award. to make a difference with my life…and I hope all of Tom Kittle, of Kittle Design and Construction and a us think (about) what we need to do today to make longtime volunteer with the Cataa difference, to continue to make sure that we have lina Council, received the 2019 Distinguished Citizen these values—these Scout laws—and that we’re

continuing to invest in this next generation so we leave this place better than we received it!” An Eagle Scout and Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow, Hotchkiss has been with Boy Scouts most of his life. Professionally, he’s worked for or led councils in Southern CalHotchkiss ifornia, Indianapolis and, most recently, in Worcester, Mass. He sees great opportunity for the Catalina Council. “It’s exciting to be part of the 100th anniversary,” he says. “I think there’s lots of opportunity here. The whole opening up of Scouting (to include girls in Cub Scouts and now Scouts BSA)—I think it’s exciting. Not only do we have our Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA, we also have our robust co-ed programs (for older youth) and STEM Scouts (also co-ed),” Hotchkiss notes.

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Snowboard Fun for Spring Break by Reporter Wesley Harrell Old Vail Middle School I went snowboarding at Sunrise Ski Park in Greer, Arizona, at the end of my spring break. Snowboarding is a difficult, but fun sport. Snowboarding requires balance, skill and patience. When I went, I went on the bunny hill first—it was fun to get back on, but I fell a few times. I practiced on the bunny hill and then I went onto a bigger run called Fairway. This hill was a big improvement when I went down it. I didn’t know how to turn too well. so I practiced for a while. After practicing, I went on the same hill and then I knew I had gotten better because I could feel myself turning faster, harder and with more control. It was still difficult. Eventually into the later hours of the day, I learned how to turn pretty well—where I could go fast and turn. So I decided to go on the biggest hill on the left mountain. I had remembered this hill from three years ago. Not much had changed except there were less people than I expected. Three years before, a huge amount of people had been there and it was hard to go because it was so crowded. At the end of this slope, there was a big, steep slope and I mostly just did this for the rest of the day. Fast forward to the next day. I had gotten bad sunburn. I forgot how much sun reflects off the snow. I had to be more cautious about covering my face. I tried to hit some jumps, but I fell. I went down some black diamonds, which are some of the hardest slopes in the park. On that day I tried some new runs called Jackson’s Alley, Sugar, Dancer’s Crown. I left Sunrise Ski Park exhausted but happy with my snowboarding progress.

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SEAT BELTS! CAR SEATS! Seatbelt Basics Whenever you ride in a car, wear your seatbelt every time! No matter how short the trip, you still need to buckle up. Always buckle up as soon as you get into a car. Riding in a friend’s or relative’s car is no excuse to skip the seatbelt. Even if your friend or friend’s parents don’t wear seatbelts, always wear yours.

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What about Air Bags? Air bags cushion passengers during a crash to keep them from hitting the dashboard or windshield. But even though air bags have saved many adults’ lives, kids 12 years and younger should never sit in the front seat of a car that has air bags. That’s because air bags are made to protect a bigger person’s body, and when they open they can hurt kids.

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Get in the Back Kids 12 years old and younger need to sit in the back seat. It’s simply the safest place to be. You have much less chance of being hurt if you’re in a crash. And you won’t be injured if the airbag inflates during a crash. Infants and children 12 years of age and under should travel in the back seat and be properly restrained.

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Car seats are a MUST for kids under 5 Booster Seats Kids who are five or older also need a booster seat. Booster seats help you sit up high enough so the seatbelt fits properly across your chest. Kids should remain in a car seat until they are 4 feet, 9 inches tall and are at least 8 to 12 years old.

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Never hold a child on your lap in the car.

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Never leave a child alone in the car, even for a moment. Infants and children 12 years of age and under should travel in the back seat and be properly restrained.

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Dear Boomer, One of my family’s favorite museums is the (Arizona-Sonora) Desert Museum. It is so fun!

Dear Boomer, Well I don’t know the name of the museum, but we went there at Christmas and someone there put a Rudolph nose on the T. rex skeleton!

Yours truly, S.B.

The ASDM is an Arizona gem and consistently ranks as one of the top zoos in the nation! I love going there and learning about what makes our Sonoran Desert (from the desert floor to its sky islands) so special. Check out my 2019 Summer Camp Guide in this issue to see the ASDM camp offerings. I’d love to see a Gila monster this summer. School’s almost out! Boomer Bear Boomer Bear, I love reading. What’s your favorite book? Mine is Percy Jackson and the Olympians: “The Lightning Thief.” You should read it, too!

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Dear S.B.,

Your friend, L.P.

What a great book, L.P.! Rick Riordan is one of my favorite writers. It’s been a few years since I’ve read this, so I’ll read it again this summer. Readers are winners, Boomer Bear

Now that’s funny, A.B.! There aren’t very many museums that have full T. rex skeletons on display. And even fewer that put a

And get ready for Red Nose Day, an effort to end child poverty that happens March 23 this year. Walgreens is one of the partners where you can purchase your red nose in one of several silly styles.

Museums ROCK! Boomer Bear

Boomer Boomer, Are you a bear? What do you eat?

Yours truly, A.W.

Dear A.W., Of course I’m a bear—aardvarks have a lot less hair, larger ears and a longer nose. As a polar bear, I do like fish. But as all my fans and friends know, my favorite food is pepperoni pizza!!! Your bear friend, Boomer

red nose on it! I’ve seen the one at the Field Museum in Chicago. And the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles has its T. rex Growth Series that includes a baby, a juvenile and a T. rex teenager. For my June issue, of Bear Essential News, I’ll feature fabulous museums for families that are right here in Arizona.

Dear Boomer, Have you ever created a story yourself? Sincerely, S.C. Good question, S.C.! I love to write and have written a few short stories, including some silly ones. I also like to write poetry and a joke or two—you should try it!

Yours truly, Boomer Bear

Dear Boomer Bear, My family is going to Belarus during our summer break. Your friend, M.B. Dear Boomer, This summer, I plan on playing violin, going on a trip to Belarus and relaxing. A.B. (M.B.’s older sister) Wow, M.B. & A.B.! That might be the farthest any of my friends will travel this summer. Belarus, for those who are curious, is a land-locked Eastern European country bordered by Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Russia and the Ukraine. And since you’re a Young Reporter, A.B., I expect a few great stories about you and your family’s epic summer adventure! Your buddy, Boomer Bear Dear Boomer, Why do people not like writing 80 percent of the time? Just curious, L.B. Good question, L.B.! For a lot of people—and polar bears, too—writing can be a difficult process. That’s why I encourage young people to have fun with their words. Words evolve and are meant to be stretched and shaped in different ways. So this summer, write every day for at least 15 minutes. Maybe try your hand at poetry, keep a journal or diary, write short stories or join my Young Reporters Program and try newswriting!

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by Dr. Laura Robison-Rabe, a board-certified orthodontist at Dr. JAW Orthodontists

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Education Gives Students Choices, He Says

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Making teachers smile! Each month Dr. JAW Orthodontists honors our teachers for their commitment, hard work and dedication by sponsoring the Teacher of the Month column in Bear Essential News.

raig Culbertson teaches fifth grade at Wright Elementary. This year marks his 13th teaching at the school. Culbertson is a Tucson native who started his career working in sales. He worked at a kiosk selling wireless phones, and later was a district sales manager. He says his students cannot believe how the phones back then were only used to make calls— no texting and no internet! “The kids look at me like I'm crazy,” he laughs. Besides tales of his former career, Culbertson shares other stories as part of his teaching style and as a way of relating to students. “They know me pretty well,” he says of his students. He knows them pretty well, too, after spending two years with these kids. Culbertson taught fourth grade last year, then moved up with his class. But it was a new student, Anissa, who nominated Culbertson. She writes that when she was new to the school, Culbertson was very welcoming and made her feel “part of the Wright family.” Culbertson recalls that when he was younger, he was not a great student because he “didn’t like school a whole lot...I was bored to death.” He says it was later in college when he realized that learning could be fun. A big reason for the change of heart was because “in college, you get to choose what you study,” he says.

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Culbertson emphasizes choice with his students—that education is a key to having more choices. He tells students that their education is important—not as a way to get wealthy or net a high-paying job— but to have the freedom to do what they want to do. Reading is Culbertson’s favorite subject to teach, and a favorite hobby, too. He likes to do voices during teacher reads, and tells kids who don’t like to read, “You just haven’t found the right book, yet.” This year, the fifth-graders have read books like “Stargirl” by Jerry Spinelli, and “Holes” and “Small Steps” by Louis Sachar. Culbertson says “Stargirl” was “really fun” and that “anything by Sachar, the kids eat up!” He enjoys the conversations that kids engage in about the material. When he is not in the classroom, Culbertson stays busy spending time with his 6-year-old daughter. He also likes to play video games and is learning to play the guitar.

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People often ask me why we start seeing patients at an early age. Did you know at age 7, your child already has half of their adult teeth? It may seem young, but most orthodontic issues can be identified by this time. Your child may not be ready for braces, but an early evaluation provides both timely detection of problems and greater opportunity for more effective treatment. At Dr. JAW Orthodontists, we would like you to know the benefits of identifying your child’s orthodontic needs at an early age. Although it's rare that a 7-year-old needs braces, I'd like to share with you several reasons why you should bring your child to Dr. JAW Orthodontists for their first orthodontic consultation by the age of 7. The first orthodontic visit includes an exam with photos and digital x-rays. One thing we’re looking for is whether or not a child’s teeth are falling out and erupting according to schedule. We can identify missing, impacted or extra teeth. We can make room for crowded teeth and avoid extraction of permanent teeth in the future. We can diagnose and correct harmful habits such as tongue thrust and thumb sucking. Early intervention can make future orthodontic treatment less complicated and less costly. Often it is easier to treat orthodontic problems when a child is young compared to waiting until they're an adult. For example, we can correct jaw growth problems that cannot be corrected at an older age without surgery. Lastly, a beautiful smile can go a long way with boosting a child’s self-esteem! The large majority of 7-year-olds will not be ready for any orthodontic treatment, but those that are ready can benefit immensely. Schedule a complimentary consultation with us today and take first step towards providing your child with a healthy and confident smile that will last a lifetime.

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once, SDCC ﬁve times, Phoenix four times and Tucson three times. She enjoys attending panels and seeing families and friends that cosplay together. “Cons to me, feel very inclusive. It’s a judgmentfree zone. You have the opportunity to make friends

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discuss comics. Less than 100 people attended, but over the years more and more people came to the annual convention and today the New York Comic Con is still thriving. The San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) began in 1970. Today it is one of the most popular cons, attracting hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world. There are cons in nearly every state and in big cities worldwide. In Arizona there are cons in both the Phoenix and Tucson regions. Phoenix Fan Fusion and Tucson Comic-Con are the biggest, but there are several anime cons like Con Nichiwa and Saboten Con that are very popular, too.

WHAT CON YOU SEE & DO?

Cons today are different than the early cons that mainly focused on comic books. These days, you can meet celebrities, artists, directors, writers and social media stars. You can attend panels to learn more about your favorite characters, their costumes, their backgrounds—some panelists even do

performances, like a scene from a movie or comic. You also can purchase almost anything related to a character or theme, cool merch like key chains, clothing, artwork, buttons, plushies and more. There are lots of activities that kids will enjoy at upcoming local cons. You might learn how to make your own costume or prop. You can ASPIRE to be a master builder at a LEGO area. You can get tips on how to write and illustrate your own book! No matter what fandom you identify with, you will ﬁnd kindred spirits at Phoenix Fan Fusion happening May 23–26. Young padawans can improve their light saber speed and agility at Younglings Saber Training. But don’t get too impudent, or you might come face to face with the dark side! Darth Maul actor Ray Park will be at Fan Fusion May 25–26. Would-be wizards can meet the actor who played Neville Longbottom, Matthew Lewis, on May 25–26. Seekers, chasers, beaters and keepers can train with the ASU Sun Devil Quidditch team. The Sun Devils will take the pitch each day! You don’t have to travel to a pineapple under the sea to meet SpongeBob voice actor Tom Kinny—he will make appearances at Fan Fusion May 24–26. If you’re a fan of The Odd 1s Out creator James Rallison—he will be there, too!

Stan Lee receives an award for ‘Best Cameo’ at the 2017 Phoenix Comicon. with people who love the same things you love, which isn’t always easy,” Julie says. ASSEMBLE with fellow fans—that’s a big reason to attend a con. You can meet fans of every variety and every age—people who love Star Wars, Star Trek (old and new), Harry Potter, Dragon Ball, Pokémon and comic books of every type.

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Costume contest participants from Tucson Comic-Con 2018

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Attendees at Tucson ComicCon last fall had the chance to see a Thanos who was over 7 feet tall! Fans could also go to a panel to learn how the COLOSSAL costume was made and get tips on making their own costumes. Cons are so popular that the Pima County Public Library hosts its own minicon event. It started as Manga Mania in 2011. Manga are comics or graphic novels created in Japan with a distinctive style. The event soon outgrew its space and moved to Princesses, pirates an d mermaids. Oh my! Pima Community College Downtown Campus in 2013. It grew to include more pop culture touchstones (like cosplay costume contests) and became MegaMania! Last year, teens who participated in a library camp about escape rooms got to show off what they learned by building a Harry EVERY DAY Potter-themed escape room for MegaMania. This year Younglings Saber Training at 10:30 a.m. in the event happens July 13 from 1 to 5 p.m. Best of all, West 105ABC it’s free. MegaMania includes all of the great elements of Build-a-Book Program with Steven Riley a con, according to Em Lane, Young Adult Services & Kids Need to Read, sponsored by Arizona Manager at Joel D. Valdez Main Library. Lane was an Coyotes at noon in West 101ABC Event area organizer for previous events and says it is a great Quidditch with the ASU Sun Devils at noon in place for “sharing, learning and geeking out.” West 105 ABC At MegaMania, the whole family can share the exLEGO Free Build & LEGO Build Off (times perience of learning more about their favorite movie, vary) in West 102ABC TV show or comic book, or dress up like the characters, Lane says. “Whatever their interest in comic books, Youth Art Room from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. it’s a fun thing to do with kids and a great thing for in West 101ABC everybody,” Lane adds. “You can do a lot of fun stuff Visit the Arizona Avengers, Justice League all day with the library.” Arizona and Heroes United AZ in the Third

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The first official comic convention took place here can you find Spider-Man, Disney nearly 55 years ago. It was held on July 27, 1964, in Princesses, Batman, Thor, Harry Potter, New York City. It was organized by four comic book Darth Vader, Iron Man and any other charenthusiasts—Bernie Bubnis, Ron Fradkin, Art Tripp acter or superhero you can imagine–all together in and Ethan Roberts. They wanted to get together one place? At a Comic Con, that’s where. with other collectors, trade comics, buy comics and Did the latest blockbuster movie leave you thirsty for more? After you leave the cineplex, head to a comic store, bookstore, library or a con to keep living the adventure! You’ll find the Arizona Avengers at Phoenix Fan Fusion this month. Justice League Arizona and Heroes United AZ will be there, too. You can meet your favorite Marvel or DC superheCover ro, but it’s not just caped crusaders—you of the first could also fly by your favorite starship Comic-Con captain, hobnob with hobbits and elves, Guide from or see an anime or video game characSan Diego’s s ter come to life. world famou 70 Comic conventions or cons, as they con in 19 are more commonly called, are very popular. Fans can enjoy a day or long weekend at some of the cons. Families can bond as they dress up in cosplay (costume play) as Big Hero 6, Skywalkers and Sith Lords, or the Incredibles.

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June 21–23 • JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass con-nichiwa.com

MegaMania!

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Saboten Con

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Tucson Comic-Con

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Meet James Rallison—creator of The Odd 1s Out

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Meet Matthew Lewis—Neville Longbottom from Harry Potter Meet Ray Park—Darth Maul from Star Wars

IF YOU GO DO: Wear your own costume! It can be homemade or store bought. DON’T: Take any props that resemble

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Costume contest participants from Tucson Comic-Con 2018

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Kid Highlights— Phoenix Fan Fusion

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June 21–23 • JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass con-nichiwa.com

MegaMania!

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Saboten Con

Aug. 30–Sept. 2 • Sheraton Grand Phoenix sabotencon.com

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Thursday & Friday Learning to Draw: My Little Pony! at 1:30 p.m. in West 101 Event Area

Friday

Meet James Rallison—creator of The Odd 1s Out

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Meet Matthew Lewis—Neville Longbottom from Harry Potter Meet Ray Park—Darth Maul from Star Wars

IF YOU GO DO: Wear your own costume! It can be homemade or store bought. DON’T: Take any props that resemble

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Warmer weather and the end of school are just around the corner—it's time to think about summer camps! In fact, now is a great time to start researching and planning so that you can have the best summer ever, with a little help from Bear. ARIZONA ROSE YOUTH THEATRE

4500 N. Oracle , Suite 329 (Located inside Tucson Mall) 888-0509

June 10th -July 21st • Ages: 6-17 erin@arizonarosetheatre.com www.arizonarosetheatre.com Arizona Rose Arts Academy is excited to present a variety of amazing camps this summer. Our 2019 camps include: Singer’s Boot Camp, Drama & Theatre Camp, and our Musical Theatre Production Camp presenting “Frozen Jr.”. Full/partial day options available for some camps. Register online or by phone. www.arizonarosetheatre. com, (520)888-0509.

ARIZONA SONORA DESERT MUSEUM

2021 N. Kinney Rd. • 883-1380 www.desertmuseum.org

Museum Explorers Camps–Entering Grades 1–6 Session 1: June 3–7, 2019 Session 2: June 10–14, 2019 To the Desert and Beyond! These hands-on, minds-on camps will open your eyes to the wonders of the Sonoran Desert Land and Sea. Colors of Nature Camp–Entering Grades 5– 7, July 15–19, 2019 Join scientists and educators from the Desert Museum and National Optical Astronomy Observatory as we explore the colors of nature through arts and science! Laurel Clark Earth Camp - Entering Grades 8–9, June 24–28, 2019 Not all science happens in a laboratory. This summer spend some time in the great outdoors exploring what it might be like to become a botanist, zoologist or geologist. www.desertmuseum.org/kids/camp_page. php

ARIZONA YOUTH UNIVERSITY

1400 E. 6th St. • 520-621-0048 Runs June 3 – July 26 • Allison Giddings Cost $225-$400 • Grades: K–12 allisonbrown@email.arizona.edu

rec.arizona.edu Experience the University of Arizona summer camp program, Arizona Youth University (AYU). Partnering with UofA units and departments, our summer enrichment programs offer stimulating day camps that provide students with the rare

opportunity to explore future academic and career paths while learning within an exciting university environment.

ARTS EXPRESS, INC. 4729 E. Sunrise Dr. 319-0400

May 28–June 7, June 10–28 • Grades: 1–8 info@arts-express.org www.arts-express.org As a leader in Musical Theatre, Arts Express has served Southern Arizona for over 30 years. Each summer, kids take center stage at Musical Theatre Camps working with professional teaching artists to develop acting, singing, and dancing skills. All students are assigned a role and learn how to collaborate with others through the process of rehearsing their character for a final performance. 2019 Musical Theatre Camps include: Willy Wonka Kids and Disney’s Frozen Jr.!

THE BALLET CONSERVATORY OF DANCE, MUSIC & ART 6330 N. Campbell Ave. 770-7827 office@bcdancetucson.com www.bcdancetucson.com

Our Summer Camps are one week dance camps designed for students ages 4–10 years old. Campers will have the opportunity to learn dance moves, do arts and crafts throughout the week, sing songs with their friends and more. Each camp also performs for their friends and family at the end of each week! Snacks and refreshments are provided throughout the day. All activities are age appropriate and FUN! Come join us this summer and discover the power of Princesses, Friendships, Slime and Music!

BOOKMANS ENTERTAINMENT EXCHANGE Bookmans.com East • 748-9555 • North • 579-0303 Midtown • 325-5767

Check out Bookmans.com for a complete list of weekly free in-store summer kids events and activities starting June 2019!

CAMP ADVENTURE

9239 E. Wrightstown Rd. 296-0883 • Debbie Ross June 3–July 26 • 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. dross@tcdchampions.com www.TucsonCampAdventure.com

Camp Adventure is FUN! Offering weekly half-day and full day camps, featuring Swim Lessons, Free Swim, Archery, Technology, Science, Arts & Crafts, Music & Dance, Sports, Indoor Games & More! Our beautiful 10-acre campus, and friendly, energetic counselors will help your child enjoy an enriching summer to remember. Weekly themes. Join us for one week, or all eight! Before and After Care available. Pre-School through 8th Grade. Cost varies.

CAMP INVENTION

Multiple Locations Throughout Tucson 1-800-968-4332 Grades: K-6

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Unmask your child’s creativity this summer in the all-new Camp Invention® program, Supercharged™, where children build 21st-century skills and transform their wild imaginations into epic creations. Campers in grades K-6 will code and program futuristic robots, explore radio frequencies and unearth ancient fossils. Local educators will lead these innovative, hands-on STEM activities that build collaboration and creative problem-solving skills. Visit www.invent.org/ camp or call 800-968-4332 to register. Use promo code INNOVATE25L to save $25 (expires 3/22) or PLAY15LISTING to save $15 (expires 5/10).

CATALINA FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS: Camp Foothills 4300 E. Sunrise Dr. 209-7551, 209-8454 May 28 - July 26 cs@cfsd16.org www.campfoothills.cfsd16.org

Camp Foothills: Fun, Adventure, Friends! Weekly half-day and full-day camps with something for everyone! Build memories with friends who enjoy art, sports, dance, theatre, STEM, swimming, field trips, outdoor adventures and so much more! Flexible schedule options. Receive a 10% discount if you register by May 17.

CENTERFIELD BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL ACADEMY 5120 S. Julian Dr. #120 440-4487 • Ages: 6–14. 9 one-week sessions beginning May 27 ryancbsa@gmail.com www.centerfieldhits.com

Indoor summer baseball and softball camps for boys and girls of all skill levels.

Kids will enjoy a great week of instruction, exercise, competition, fun and games while improving their overall ability and health. Camp is held in our 30,000 square foot indoor facility. Only $28 per day for great instruction! Cost: $140/ week (Instructional Camp 9 a.m.–noon). Extended day option available up to 3 p.m. Extended day includes dodgeball, wiffleball and batting cages. Early Bird Pricing until March 31st. Discount for 4,6 and 9 sessions. Ask about sibling discounts.

CHILD LANGUAGE CENTER WINGS ON WORDS (WOW) SUMMER PROGRAMS 202 E. Speedway Blvd. 628-1659 • Carole Jensen Ages: 3–6 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. www.clctucson.org

Preschool camp: FUN language and literacy building activities to get your child talking, interacting and interested in words and reading! Ages 3–6. Soaring into Reading: For children entering kindergarten or ﬁrst grade in the fall - a fun exploration of science-based concepts to increase and improve reading, and build social and problem-solving skills. Ages 5–6 Daily therapy: Available for children with speech-language impairments or reading difﬁculties. Camp and scholarship forms available online at clctucson.org. DES approved; NAC accredited; in partnership with UA Dept of Speech Language & Hearing Sciences. Before and after care available.

CHILDTIME

Locations in Tucson and Sierra Vista 877-217-9528 www.childtime.com A busy summer is a fun summer. Fill your summer with wonder at Childtime’s Camp Curiosity, brimming with activities and featuring weekly and bi-weekly themes that may include science, geography, zoology, art, fitness, history, games, and STEM learning. Your child will enjoy immersive field trips, educational experiences, cool gear, and healthy meals. Choose your favorite camps, or go all summer long. Younger siblings at home? We offer programs for younger children! Get ready for a summer camp experience that will pique your curiosity! Connect with us at 877-217-9528 or visit Childtime.com/summer to learn more and find your local school.

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camps@childrensmuseumtucson.org www.childrensmuseumtucson.org CMT Summer Camps offer fun-filled learning! Campers will enjoy hands-on experiments, demonstrations and discovery time in the Museum. A variety of science, technology, engineering and art themes! Half-day camps, mornings only. Cost: Varies, member discount provided. Ages: 4–9.

CHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATER

(CYT Tucson) 7090 N. Oracle Road 751-7510 X110 main June 10–14, 17–21 Ages: 5–12 Teens: June 17–21 & June 24–28 Ages: 13–18 board@cyttucson.org

www.cyttucson.org CYT Tucson provides week long performing arts education and performance camps for youth. We conduct a 2 week teen acting intensive that culminates in a one-act play.

CIRCLES SUMMER CAMP 2924 E. Broadway Blvd. 903-8866 June 10–14 info@circlescamp.com www.circlescamp.com

At Circles Summer Kids Camp, we believe in holistic, interdisciplinary learning that engages our students in both mind and

body. Our approach to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) classes, coupled with physical activity and mindfulness, focuses on helping students see the overlap that exists between the traditional boundaries of each discipline. 8 a.m.– 3 p.m. ($300/week) Aftercare: 3–5 p.m. ($50 extra for week)

CONGREGATION ANSHEI ISRAEL’S ESTHER B. FELDMAN PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN 2019 Summer Camp 5550 E. 5th St. Nancy Auslander, Director 520-745-5550, ext. 229

PKDirector@caiaz.org www.caiaz.org

June 3 – July 26 (no camp June 10 or July 4) Mon-Fri; Full days 9:00am – 3:00pm; Half days 9:00am – 12:30pm Before/After Care 8:00-9:00am and/or 3:004:00pm daily $8 per child, per hour. All children 2- to 6-years-old welcome! Each week is themed: Sports/Teamwork, Art/Music, the Great Outdoors, Cooking, America the Beautiful, and a surprise week! In addition, kids enjoy water play, stories, music, creative movement, playground time and more. Secure facility with a beautiful, park-like shaded playground. Snacks provided. Weekly Cost: (Discounts offered for synagogue members.) 5 full days $220 per child 5 half days $160 per child

3 full days $165 per child 3 half days $115 per child Non-refundable registration fee: $50 if paid by April 22; $100 thereafter.

CREATIVE JUICE

6530 E. Tanque Verde #160 271-5023 • May 28–Aug 2 9 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–4 p.m. or all day option chellie@creativejuiceartbar.com www.creativejuiceartbar.com Have a budding artist at home? Need a cool, creative alternative for the hot summer days of summer? Bring the kids to Creative Juice. 9 weeks of camp; 18 themed sessions. Cost: $175/session or $325/full day/week. Ages: 6–12. Extended care available at rate of $10 per day for maximum of one hour.

CREW CLUB SUMMER CAMP 700 N. Wilson Ave. 820-2483 • May 28–July 19 Ages: 5–12

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www.crewclubaz.org Centrally located at Sam Hughes Elementary. Fun, enrichment program with arts, crafts, music, science, sports and more. Fieldtrips, swimming and snacks included.

CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP

May 27-28, May 29-30, June 28-29• Ages: 5-11 richard.benner@scouting.org www.catalinacouncil.org/activities/cub-scout-daycamps/ Cub Scout Day Camp is fun with a purpose: Boys and Girls explore, learn, and grow while having fun in the outdoors. Boys and Girls who attend Day Camp are more likely to stay in Scouting. Day Camps teach citizenship and encourage social development. Not a member of a Cub Scout Pack? Join now at BeAScout.org

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DAVID RUBIO VOLLEYBALL CAMPS

Tucson • 520-818-8668 Ages: 9–18 Contact: Amanda Rubio davidrubiovolleyballcamp@gmail.com www.davidrubiovolleyballcamp.com Sessions for boys and girls directed by UA Head Coach David Rubio. INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CAMP: July 6–8. Commuters $300 • Residents $425. POSITION CAMP: July 9–11 Commuters $300 • Residents $425. TEAM CAMP—BOYS & GIRLS TEAMS: July 12-14. High school girls and boys teams. Cost: $145 per camper. DRVC is not an official function of the UA. It is open to all entrants, limited only by space and grade level.

DeMONT FAMILY SWIM SCHOOL

2850 W. Ina Rd. #130 • 877–SWIM (7946) info@demontswim.com

www.demontswim.com

DeMont Family Swim School is proud to offer the only state-of-the-art indoor swim facility in Southern Arizona and curriculum driven swim programs. Our wonderful teachers provide babies as young as one month with early mastery of water movement while engaging older students (children and adults) to learn stroke technique and endurance year-round. Join the DeMont Family Swim School and give your child the joy of swimming!

DRAMA KIDS INTERNATIONAL

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June 3–July 19 Ages: 4–15 dramakidsaz1@cox.net www.dramakids.com/az1 Enroll in Drama Kids Summer Camp today! Here’s your chance to participate in fun activities that help you think more creatively and learn new acting and confidence-building skills. You’ll be part of plays, improvisations, silent scenes, mini-scripts, fun theater games and more. Each week there’s a special theme, and it all culminates in a dramatic presentation for your family and friends. Everyone’s getting into the act this summer. Don’t miss out!

FRIENDLY PINES CAMP

933 E. Friendly Pines Road • Prescott 928-445-2128 May 25–July 20 Ages: 6–13 info@friendlypines.com www.friendlypines.com Friendly Pines Camp is nestled in the tall, cool pines of the Bradshaw Mountains near Prescott, Arizona. For 78 summers, Friendly Pines Camp has been helping turning childhood moments into life’s rich memories.

GIRLS JAZZIN’ IT UP

3–Week, Tuition–Free All Girls Jazz Music Intensive Ages 10-17 June 3-21 | Mon-Thurs | 9 am – noon TucsonJazzMusicFDN@gmail.com www.tjmfdn.org The Tucson Jazz Music Foundation (TJMF) sponsors this 3-week Jazz Music Intensive for girls, beginners through advanced levels. Beginners must have minimal instrument proficiency.

CAMP ADVENTURE for a summer to remember!

Summer Camps • June 3–July 26 Summer Camp

Early Childhood & Kindergarten Ages 3–5 for eight weeks. June 3– July 26 Grades 1–8 Fun, structured curriculum-based Weekly themes and a variety of activities. learning program. Arts & Crafts, Swim lessons, Archery, Technology, Crazy Swimming, Science & Science, Field Trips and much more. Nature, Music Join us for one week, or come for all eight. Regi s & Movement ter $150/week—8:00–3:30, $190/week and more! includes Before and After Care

9239 E. Wrightstown • 296-0883 • Visit us at: TucsonCampAdventure.com

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While you are learning to play ‘jazz’— a music genre originating in New Orleans -- you will also learn about ‘women in jazz,’ the culture and history, and ways to be ‘empowered’ in this male-dominated ‘music scene.’ Levels determined by ability, not age: Level I (Beginners/Some Exp) meet Mondays & Wednesdays. Level II (Int/Adv) meet Tuesdays & Thursdays. Intensive culminates with a public presentation. Field trips to hear ‘live jazz’ music in Tucson will be organized. Schedule is subject to change. $30 Registration/ Supply Fee. Enrollment is online, and includes audition submission requirements. Enroll by May 15 to insure you’ll get a T-shirt!

HEART & SOUL KIDS ACTIVITY CENTER 8363 N. Oracle • 818-7974 May 28–Aug 2 • Ages: 5–12 shari@heartandsoulkids.com www.heartandsoulkids.com

Heart & Soul is Tucson’s favorite recreational dance and gymnastics studio! Founded on the idea that all kids deserve to grow and exercise in a nurturing environment, Heart & Soul has served thousands of families since opening its doors in 2013. We are proud to offer nine weeks of themed summer camps for Tucson kiddos. Each camp includes themed games, crafts, and activities as well as lots of open gym time.

HORSE RIDING CAMP IT’S A CINCH Sahuarita Rd. and S. Mann Ave. 762-1096

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May 27–31, June 3–7, June 10–14, June 17–21 Ages: 8–18 • $170 week itsacinchhorsemanship@outlook.com www.itsacinchhorsemanship.com/camps

Come join the fun! Riding lessions by CHA Certiﬁed Instructor. Trail rides, grooming and horse care, arts and crafts, and games. All camp staff CPR/First Aid Certiﬁed. Plenty of shaded areas to escape the sun. Bring a friend or come make some new ones. M–F 7:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Register by May 1st to get your 2019 camp t-shirt.

HUMANE SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA Dog Days in the Desert Summer Camp

635 W. Roger Road • Ages 6–11 Summer Camps in June and July $275–($250 for Hand in Paw Kids Club members) 321-3704 X 171 • Amy Faulk afaulk@hssaz.org www.hssaz.org/camp The Dog Days in the Desert Summer Camp is designed to give children a new perspective on caring for pets, animal cruelty prevention, animal welfare, animal behavior and personal responsibility. Participants will enjoy a variety of activities which stress an appreciation for non-human species, our environment and preservation of our natural world. Programs include hands-on animal care, crafts, games and educational lessions. Camp dates for 6–8 year olds: June 3–6, June 17–20 and July 15–18. 9–11 year old camps: June 10–13, July 8–11, July 22–25.

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Musical Theatre Camps Grades 1–8

Willy Wonka Kids May 28th – June 7th l Centroan Tucs on Locati

Disney’s Frozen Junior June 10th – 28th

Providing Enriching Arts Education for Over 30 Years!

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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TUCSON 1701 E. Seneca St. • 406-0552 Ages: 3–13 May 28–July 24 www.istucson.org

admissionsistucson.org Your child will enjoy being with curious, creative and motivated students while learning language and culture. Language immersion programs in Spanish, French, German and Chinese. Enrichment programs in science, art and sports will engage your children and foster their development. Camp hours: 8:30-a.m.-3:30 p.m. Extended care available 7 a.m–6 p.m. Cost: $50 registration fee; $250/week, full-time; $170/ week, $65/day.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOR PEACE 4625 E. River Rd. (River/Swan) 299-8908 Weekly Camps from June 3–July 19 Ages: 2–6 cathy@internationalschoolforpeace.com www.internationalschoolforpeace.com

Tucson’s FIRST Spanish Immersion Preschool invites you to immerse your

child in language learning & intercultural experiences all summer long. Weekly themes, small class sizes, flexible hours, peaceful conflict resolution. Before and after care options available. 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Limited scholarships available. DES contracted.

JUST HORSIN’ AROUND Vail • 520-591-1615 May 27–31, June 3–7, June 17–21, July 8–12, July 15–19 justhorsinaround@yahoo.com justhorsinaroundhorsecamps.com

Do you love horses? Spend your summer on horseback at an all day horse camp! Located in Vail, AZ. Transportation to and from Tucson available. Learn horsemanship skills in a hands-on environment! Experienced instructors, round pen and arena work. Daily Trail rides. Ages 7 to 17.

KIDZART

495-4952 www.easttucson.kidzart.com A fun and dyamic experience, KidzArt Camp helps spark creativity. We encourage discovery and self-expression while offering a safe environment with room to explore.

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Projects are developed to provide each camper with a unique experience that nutures their individual creative spirit while building friendships, gaining artistic understanding, and, most importantly, having fun! Visit our website for more information about our elementary and preschool camps in Rita Ranch. Our camps through Tanque Verde Community Programs and the Children’s Museum Tucson are listed on their websites.

LA PALOMA ACADEMY

8140 E. Golf Links Rd. 5660 S. 12th Ave. 2050 N. Wilmot May 28–July 19, 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. To register call Cathy Garcia 733-7373 Ages: 3–12 At La Paloma summer camp your child will participate in any of the following activities: swimming, tae kwan do, movies, bowling, museums and more. Also included are daily snacks and lunch. At Central, Lakeside and South Campuses, donuts and juice served. Enroll by May 24. Each week Pre-paid save $10 per week. Registration: $40 per family (one time) Per week: $140 per child (each week) Drop ins: $40 per day Immunization records must be on file. Early bird registration, Sat. April 13, 9-12. There are no refunds.

THE MINI TIME MACHINE MUSEUM OF MINIATURES 4455 E. Camp Lowell Dr. 881-0606 ext 104

www.theminitimemachine.org Spend your summer with The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures! In our week-long summer camps, students will construct their own miniature creations while incorporating a variety of STEAM concepts. Discover medieval castles, explore the Polynesian Islands, build a tree house for fairies, experiment in a mad scientist lab, and more! Ages 5–12. Cost $125. Discount available for museum members. Complete details and list of activities at www. theminitimemachine.org.

PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE PIMA FOR YOUTH

206-6444 • Teresa Noon PCC Community Campus, 401 N. Bonita Ave. Weekly Classes June 3 - July 26, 2019 (no classes July 1-5) pcc-youth@pima.edu www.pima.edu/youth

Our non-credit instructor-led STEAM classes promote exposure to college-going culture for youth ages 9-17. Delivered by PCC instructional staff, we create high quality educational experiences and exposure to college-going culture, through hands-on learning and engagement. Our educational content supports academic and career goals in STEAM while exploring potential career pathways and enrollment pipelines into PCC academic programs. Our classes are delivered within PCC operated learning labs, performance spaces, classrooms, technology centers and partner locations.

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PIMA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY All Library Locations • 791-4010 May 18–July 13, 2019 Cost: FREE. Ages: All Ages

www.library.pima.gov

Sign up for our Summer Reading Program at any library location. Read all summer long and enjoy free programs and special events!

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at Mildred & Dildred at La Encantada!

May 18 11 am—Magic Show! May 26 11am—Mr. Natureʼs Music Hour! Sing, Dance & Play! June 30 11am—Mr. Nature's Music Hour! July 28 11am—Mr. Nature's Music Hour! Aug 17 11am—Jack & the Beanstalk Aug 25 11am— Mr. Nature's Music Hour

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520-615-6266 www.mildredanddildred.com

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PLAY-WELL TEKnologies Various locations

602-317-7448 Ages: 5–12 June 3–July 26

Jennifer@play-well.org www.play-well.org/camps-2019.php Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat in our LEGO-inspired engineering camps! Campers learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math while playing with LEGO. Kids will engineer interesting projects, engage in critical thinking, work collaboratively and explore STEM concepts. Let your child’s imagination run wild with over 20,000 LEGO pieces. Camps include themes such as Star Wars, Minecraft, Harry Potter, Super Heroes and Robotics. We have many camp locations in Phoenix and the surrounding areas. Visit our website to find a camp near you - www.play-well.org. We also offer birthday parties, afterschool enrichment and Girl Scout programs!

REID PARK ZOO

3400 Zoo Court 837-8200 June–July • Grades: 1–8 zooeducation@tucsonaz.gov www.reidparkzoo.org/event/zoo-summer-camp/ Reid Park Zoo offers action-packed summer day camps for kids entering grades 1-8. Games, crafts, animal ambassador encounters, and behind-the-scenes opportunities–make this camp unlike any other. Participants will also see first hand how the Zoo’s Animal Care staff use STEM every day to care for the animals and why saving wild places and wildlife is so important. Each week of camp includes swimming sessions at the Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center so camp participants can recharge.

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Camp participants may either bring a sack lunch each day, or they can order lunch from the Zoofari Market Cafe. A morning and afternoon snack will also be served. Camp hours are from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

SKATE COUNTRY

7980 E. 22nd St. • 298-4409 All ages askskatecountry@aol.com www.SkateCountry.com Get your Summer Fun Pass for only $50. The pass is valid mon-thurs. from 1-4pm or 3-6pm and Friday’s from 1-5pm.

SUMMER ACADEMY AT TUCSON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 9230 E. Wrightstown Rd. 296-0883 June 3–June 28 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

SALVATION ARMY CAMP PONDEROSA RANCH Herber, AZ 520-448-5522 June 17–21

The Salvation Army is now accepting applications for Camp Ponderosa Ranch in Heber. Our overnight camp is an amazing experience for kids that offers sports, splash pad, zip line, life skills, music programs, and much more! Space is limited; for more information please call 520-448-5522.

jkraus@tcdcharterschool.com Assistant Principal sbarney@tcdschampions.com Program Director An academic program tailored to meet each student’s specific needs. Grades 1–9. Students will be guided through a personalized learning journey using the latest technology, online learning platforms and projects where students can apply their new skills. The Summer Academy will advance your child’s academic skills while making learning relevant and fun! Starting at $375 for four weeks. Register Today! Mention code “Camp 19” and win a prize!

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Join Us for Summer! One-week Summer Camps

Half-day sessions:

9 a.m. to noon, or 1:00–4:00 Extended care available • Ages 6–12

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Enroll in Drama Kids Summer Camp! 9am to 4pm Ages 4–17 $179 Camps Dates/Locations Camp held at Gladden Farms & Coyote Trail Elementary

June 3–7

ages 4 to 12

Camps held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson June 3–7 June 10–14 June 18–22 ages 11 to 15 June 24–28 July 9–13 July 15–19

• Half Day Camp Options Available • Before & After Camp Care Available $69/week • Each week’s camp has a different theme with a Friday performance.

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TOWN OF ORO VALLEY

Summer Camp/Oro Valley Community Center 10555 N. La Cañada Dr. 544-1900 • Cost: $140/Week May 27–Aug 7 Ages: 6–12 recreation@orovalleyaz.gov orovalleyaz.gov

This is an active camp for active youth. Participants will swim, hit golf and tennis balls, play games, create arts and crafts, and enjoy active fun with our creative staff. Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided; children must bring a sack lunch, swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Space is limited, so register now!

Art + STEM = STEAM @ Steam Pump Ranch 10901 N. Oracle Rd. • Oro Valley 544-1900 • Cost: $55 OV resident $65 non-OV resident per weekly session June 3–Aug 2 Ages: 6–12 recreation@orovalleyaz.gov orovalleyaz.gov

This fun and educational program will use STEAM and the great outdoors to teach students about: living hundreds of years ago; science and geology of the Sonoran Desert; technology and how it helped people survive and advance; food, shelter and clothing, arts and culture throughout time and history. This program ﬁlls quickly, as attendance is limited to 40. Reserve your space early! This is an outdoor camp with a climate-controlled tent for inside activities.

Play-Well Teknologies Camps 10555 N. La Cañada Dr. • Oro Valley 544-1900 Cost: $150 Per Week June 17– 21 and July 15–19 Ages: 5–12 recreation@orovalleyaz.gov orovalleyaz.gov

Dive into our massive collections of LEGOs® and build elaborate objects, structures and vehicles, exploring fundamental principles of engineering and physics. Learn to collaborate and create without fear of mistakes. The experience is joyful, and the impact is long-lasting. STEM camps are held June 17-21. Robotics camps are July 15-19. Campers are divided into age groups: 5-6 and 7-12. For complete descriptions, visit www.orovalleyaz.gov and check out the Summer Parks & Recreation Program Guide!

I Can Too! Summer Camps for Children with Disabilities 10555 N. La Cañada Dr. • Oro Valley 544-1900 Ages:6–12 recreation@orovalleyaz.gov orovalleyaz.gov

I Can Too! is Oro Valley’s program for young people with disabilities. Through the use of activity modifications and greater staff-toyouth ratios, participants will have the opportunity to play alongside their non-disabled peers. Summer Camp at the Oro Valley Community Center is June 3 – July 25; $75

per week. The Therapeutic Riding Camp at Rolling Hills Academy is especially for children with severe ADD or ADHS, neurodevelopmental disorders or brain injury. Riding instruction dates are determined on request; $65 per lesson.

Fairytale Princess

May 27–May 31

Trolls Song & Dance June 3–June 7

Friendship Is Magic

June 17–June 21

Llama Llama Fort Moves June 24–June 28

TRIANGLE Y RANCH CAMP 34434 S. Y Camp Rd. • Oro Valley 884-0987 June 2–July 26 • Ages: 7-17

camp@tucsonymca.org

For more than 60 years Triangle Y Camp has been providing great camp experiences for youth from 7–17. Our summer is devoted to week long overnight camp sessions with fun themes, great programs and outstanding staff. Program areas include archery, riflery, high ropes, zip line, hiking, arts & crafts, sports, challenge course, swimming and more. Make new friends, learn new skills and have fun in the foothills of the Catalinas in a welcoming, supportive community. Contact the Tri Y camp for special tiered pricing.

TUCSON ARIZONA BOYS CHORUS 5770 E. Pima 296-6277 June 3–7 Ages: 6–12 tabc@bpuschorus.org boyschorus.org

Join the world-renowned Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus (TABC) for an amazing week of music, fun, and adventure! Camp includes daily themes as well as fancy trick rodeo roping instruction from one of TABC’s directors. This year’s theme is MUSIC + NUMBERS = FUN. Activity days include: 5 Senses Day with Water Activities, 80 Activities in one day, Treasure Hunt Day, STEM Day, Performance Day at Reid Park Zoo with picnic and swimming.

TUCSON CLAY CO–OP 3326 N. Dodge Blvd. 792-6263 • Maxine Krasnow tucssonclayco-op.com

Summer Kid’s Clay Camp with Paul Waldron $145 for two-week camp, Tues, Thurs, & Fri, 9 a.m.–noon Wheel, Hand Building & Sculpture Session 1: May 28, 30, May 31,June 4, 6, 7 Session 2: June 11,13,14,18, 20, 21 Session 3: June 25, 27, 28, July 2,5 Session 4: July 9,11,12,16,18,19 Session 5: July 23 25,26,30,Aug. 1, 2

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SUMMER LANGUAGE CAMP May 28–July 24 • Ages 3–10

Your child will enjoy being with creative, curious and motivated students while learning language and culture. Language immersion programs in Spanish, French, German and Chinese. Enrichment programs in science, art and sports will engage and stimulate your child’s growth.

Camp: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Extended Care: 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. $250/Weekly, full-time $65 Daily/full-time Register by May17 to receive a discount. Limited space available

1701 E. Seneca Street Jefferson Park neighborhood– 5 blocks from UMC 520-406-0552

Admissions@ istucson.org www.istucson.org

Year-round Nursery School Programs for infants and toddlers Academic-year Language Immersion Programs for Preschool–Middle School

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Camp Wasewagan On the River in Southern California

Join Us for a Fun-Filled Summer! 1 & 2 week options available!

Kids choose their own ELECTIVE FIELD TRIP which includes: Stand-up Paddle Boarding, Biking at Big Bear, Roller Skating, Horse Back Riding, A Trip to the Big Bear Zoo and many more... Ofﬁce Phone:

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TUCSON GIRLS CHORUS 4020 E. River Rd. • 577-6064 Week 1: june 3–7 Week 2: June 10–14 Cost: $255/Week

info@tucsongirlschorus.org

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Want to shine? Sing, dance, and act at the Shine! Performing Arts Camp from the Tucson Girls Chorus! Campers will have a blast learning pop and Broadway songs, performing scenes and monologues, and dancing their way across the stage as they prepare for a revue-style performance at the end of the week. Each week features new material, so be sure to reserve your spot soon!

TUCSON JAZZ INSTITUTE Utterback Middle School, 3233 S. Pinal Vista 971-6694 June 4–July 15 Tues. 6–9 p.m. Sat. 1–4p.m. for 6–8th grade tucsonjazzinstitute.com The world famous Tucson Jazz Institute

Horse Around this Summer!

(TJI) educates middle and high school students in jazz music performance. The TJI has received national first place awards from Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Monterey Jazz Festival, Down Beat Magazine and other local festivals for the past 10 years. Classes are open to all instrumentalists with at least 6 months experience on instrument. Students learn to play their instrument better, learn about jazz improvisation, and play in a big band all with world class jazz instructors.

TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM

140 N. Main Ave. 624-2333 ext 118 education@TucsonMuseumofArt.org

www.TucsonMuseumofArt.org Draw, paint, sculpt, collage, print and more! Children ages 5–13 will discover culture and art from around the world. This experience will inspire them to create original works of art in a variety of gallery and studio activities.

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VOLLEYBALL

• Learn to ride or improve your skills Vail & Tucson • Work with professional trainers transportation • Round pen and arena work available! • Trail riding • Beginners through intermediate riders

5/28–5/30 Mini Camp First time player or beginner (ages 7–13) $180 5/28–5/30 Serve & Pass Camp Limited enrollment (under 18 years) $130

Monday–Friday • 8:00 am to 4:00 pm May 27–31, June 3–7, June 17–21, June 24–28, July 8–12, July 15–19 (Ages 7 to 17) www.justhorsinaroundhorsecamps.com For more info, email us at

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Intermediate & Advanced Camp (ages 10–18) Commuters $300 Residents $425

7/9–7/11

Position Camp (ages 10–18) Commuters $300 Residents $425

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TUCSON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

900 S. Randolph Way • 791-4877 Dates vary • June–July tucsonaz.gov/parks

Find your fun with Tucson Parks and Recreation for a safe and educational summertime experience. Pick-up your free copy of the Summer Activity Guide available April 15 at all recreation centers or online at: tucsonaz.gov/ parks. Register online for KIDCO, camps, and classes beginning May 4 and swim lessons (session 1) beginning May 9 at: EZEEreg.com City pools open for summer on May 30 through July 31. Swim lessons will be offered for $15 for youth 17 and under or for $2 for those who qualify for the discount program.

TUCSON RACQUET CLUB SUMMER CAMP

4001 N. Country Club Rd. 520-303-7902 • Gretchen Schantz May 28–August 2 Early Bird Discount-Register by 3/15 summercamp@tucsonracquetclub.com www.tucsonracquetclub.com

Tucson Racquet Club offers a “Sports Camp” for all ages, abilities and interests. Camp hours: 9 a.m.–2 p.m. (Extended hours are available: PreCamp begins 7:30 a.m./AfterCamp ends 5:30 p.m.) Soccer Camp (ages 8–4) Get ready for the “World Cup” Soccer drills

$140 and skills in the morning, a jump in the pool and lunch, and more soccer in the afternoon. Pee Wee Soccer Camp (ages 5–7) Soccer for the younger set. A soccer morning, jump in the pool, and a fun afternoon. All Sports Camp (ages 7–15) Lifetime sports include tennis, basketball, volleyball, swimming, racquetball and martial arts. Pee Wee Camp (ages 5–7) Features basketball, tennis, gym time, swimming and arts & crafts. Tennis Camp (ages 7–17) Tennis instruction, drill and matchplay. Jr. Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 7–17) Tennis instruction, drill and fun in the cool evening!

May 27 to July 26 9 one-week sessions beginning May 27 Extended Day Option Available! • Dodgeball & Batting Cages 5120 S. JULIAN DR. #120

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For more information 520-296-6277 • www.boyschorus.org

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TUSD COMMUNITY EDUCATION EDUCATION PROGRAMS www.tusd1.org

Our programs engage students in various activities that include arts and crafts, indoor/ outdoor games, cooking, homework help, and more! Programs are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services and accept DES. Our summer programs provide families with a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. Locations: Brichta Infant and Early Learning Center 2110 W Brichta, 85745 Roberta Carrillo 731-5205 Dates:5/28-7/26 Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm Cost:$125 a week for school age children Dunham Elementary School 9850 E 29th St 85748 Robyn Bingham 731-4240 Dates:5/28-7/12 Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm Cost:$125 a week for school age children; $155 a week for ages 3-5 years Henry Elementary School 650 N Igo Way 85710 Kristina Ibarra 731-4757 Dates:5/28-7/19 Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm Cost: :$125 a week for school age children; $155 a week for ages 3-4 years Lineweaver Elementary School 461 S Bryant Ave 85711 Beth Theiss 232-7707 Dates:5/28-7/17 Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm Cost: $125 a week for school age children Schumaker Infant and Early Learning Center 501 N Maguire Ave, 85710 Roberta Carrillo 731-5205 Dates:5/28-7/26 Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm Cost: :$125 a week for school age children Soleng Tom Elementary School 10520 E Camino Quince 85748 Christina Ochoa 731-5440 Dates:6/3-7/19 Hours: 6:30am-6:30pm Cost: :$125 a week for school age children; $185 a week for 3-4 year olds

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA CAMPUS RECREATION: “A” CAMP 1400 E. 6TH ST • 621-6891 Runs May 28–Aug. 2 tinker@email.arizona.edu Register online: rec.arizona.edu/youth

“A” Camp: 25 Summers of Fun take 25% before March 10th! Get ready for 10

weeks of Adventure, Exploration and Fun! Games, swimming, excursions and more for children ages 5-11. Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program for ages 12 - 15. Register for just one week or the whole summer. Venture program offers off-site field trips to venues like Rocks and Ropes, Pima Air and Space Museum, Dave & Buster’s and more! Early Bird pricing until April 18th. Aquacub Swim Lessons: available for children ages 3 and up of all skill levels. Qualified instructors.

UA FUSION CAMPS

1601 E. University Blvd. • 621-4516 6 sessions: June 3–July 12 9 a.m.–4 p.m. • Extended care available.

Join the University of Arizona for summer science fun at Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium. UA Fusion Camps are a partnership with Flandrau and the UA BookStores that offers 6 weeks of science themed camps for kids entering Kindergarten through 7th grade in Fall 2019. Each week is themed and infused with scientific exploration, literacy, creative arts, and fitness. UA Fusion Camps provide children with unique hands-on experiences that promote a love for learning with visits from area experts as well as the opportunity to explore the UA campus. Kindergarten-7th Grade camps: Choose from a wide variety of topics including astronomy, marine life, chemistry, engineering, and more! Camps are full-day from 9am to 4pm. Cost: $250 per session. Early and extended care available for an additional fee. Flandrau Members receive a 10% discount. Registration for all opens March 5th.

VANTAGE BOWLING CENTERS

Cactus Bowl • 327-6561 3665 W. River Road Fiests Lanes • 887-2695 501 W. River Road Lucky Strike • 327-4926 4015 E. Speedway Tucson Bowl • 747-1363 7020 E. 21st Street info@vantagebowlingcenters.com vantagebowlingcenters.com Vantage Youth Bowling Club—Starts Saturday May 11 at 9:30 a.m. Three games of bowling shoes, coaching, awards, discounts. All of our enters are air conditioned, smoke-free, fun-filled family environments. Cost: $8//week (13 weeks). Total summer program $89. Ages: 8-18. Bumper bowling program available for ages 7 and under, $6 per week or $65 for summer. Schedule a Summer Camp or Daycare field trip! Only $4 per child for 2 hours of bowling Shoes included! Option to add pizza and soda.

WASEWAGON ON THE RIVER 42121 Seven Oaks Road Andrew Oaks, CA 92305 805-498-5572 June 9–Aug 3 Ages: 5–16 adventures@wasewagon.com www.wasewagon.com

Come beat the heat at Wasewagan On The River… Enjoy the cool mountain air while being surrounded by loads of fun and adventure! We offer many different activities such as Archery, Riflery, Fencing, Paintball, High Ropes Course and many more. Each camper gets to choose their own special fieldtrips which includes Stand-up Paddle boarding, Alpine Waterslides, Roller skating to name a few. Scouting packages available. Contact us today for more information and a FREE brochure! 805-498-5572.

YMCA OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA DAY CAMPS 623-5511 TucsonYMCA.org

Join Y Camp this summer where we’re always about caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility! FUN WEEKLY THEMED CAMPS! Whether you’re at summer day camp, sports camp or overnight camp, each week is packed with themed activities, crafts, and games, water-fun, sports of all sorts, ﬁeld trips, and so much more! FUN FOR KIDS, PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU! Campers make new friends, sing, play, explore, learn, and laugh, all under the watchful eyes of fully-trained staff. REGISTER TODAY! YMCA camp sites, rates, themes, and more at tucsonymca.org. *Financial assistance is available to those who qualify, based on available funds.

SUMMER ATTRACTIONS & CAMP FIELD TRIP SITES COLOR ME MINE

Park Place Mall • 790-1100 tucson.colormemine.com Tucson Mall • 888-0227 tucsonmall.colormemine.com Share a program To-Go or in the studio with your camp, group, school, daycare, church or family gathering. For a To-Go package, we’ll come to you, set-up materials, assist with design and painting and do the clean up. Check out our website for great summer fun.

GOLF N’ STUFF

6503 E. Tanque Verde 296-2366 X13 • Sara Archuleta gnssales@gmail.com www.golfnstuff.com Come and enjoy your summer at Golf N’ Stuff! Field Day packages starting at $12.25 plus tax, per person for unlimited play! Cool off in our Bumper Boats, or test your driving skills on our Go-Kart track! Call today and schedule your group of 10 or more!

HUGHES FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 971 W. Wetmore Rd.

520-205-5676 • Matt Smith Year-roung (Mon.–Fri.) Cost: FREE Grades: K–12 Marketing@hughesFCU.org

www.hughesFCU.org

Field trip to a local financial institution. Learn about savings and good money management. Free classroom presentations and curriculum on financial education for youth, parents and teachers. Hughes was named a top 10 finance resource for teens by BadCredit.org.

SKATE COUNTRY

7980 E. 22nd St. • 298-4409 All ages askskatecountry@aol.com www.SkateCountry.com

Get your Summer Fun Pass for only $50. The pass is valid mon-thurs. from 1-4pm or 3-6pm and Friday’s from 1-5pm.

VANTAGE BOWLING CENTERS Cactus Bowl • 327-6561 3665 W. River Road Fiesta Lanes • 887-2695 501 W. River Road Lucky Strike • 327-4926 4015 E. Speedway Tucson Bowl • 747-1363 7020 E. 21st Street info@vantagebowlingcenters.com vantagebowlingcenters.com

Vantage Youth Bowling Club—Starts Saturday May 11 at 9:30 a.m. Three games of bowling shoes, coaching, awards, discounts. All of our centers are air conditioned, smoke-free, fun-filled family environments. Cost: $8//week (12 weeks). Total summer program $89. Ages: 8-18. Bumper bowling program available for ages 7 and under, $6 per week or $65 for summer. Schedule a Summer Camp or Daycare field trip! Only $4 per child for 2 hours of bowling. Shoes included! Option to add pizza and soda.

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