Birmingham Fun and Family Magazine March 2014

March 2014

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Summer Camp and Activities Planning Guide

GET READY . . . SUMMER IS QUICKLY APPROACHING! We are excited to bring you the 5th Annual Summer Camp and Activities Planning Guide! In it you will find many local and regional day camps, workshops, dance lessons, sports camps and instructional opportunities. This is a great opportunity for your child to find a new and exciting learning or sports activity, and they will create memories for a lifetime.

The Summer Camp and Activities Planning Guide can be found on our website also. If you do not see your favorite camp listed, please let us know, and we will have them included. We always value your input, and we love to hear what you think.

Visit us online at www.BHamFunandFamily.com Alabama Ballet 2726 First Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35233

(205) 322-1874

Aldridge Gardens Summer Camps

(205) 682-8019

• www.alabamaballet.com Tutus&Tiaras - Does your little one dance around the house pretending to be the Sugarplum Fairy? Then send your child to Alabama Ballet's "Tutus & Tiaras". For one week, children ages 4-7 will take ballet classes, create ballet-oriented crafts, and learn how dancers use pantomime. At the end of the week, parents are invited to observe as the children put on a show.

3530 Lorna Rd., Hoover, AL 35216 • www.aldridgegardens.com Fairies and Wizards, American Girls, Space Camp and more! We’ve got it all at Aldridge Gardens! Half-day camps are one week long, between June 2 and 27. For children entering grades 1, 2 or 3, and led by certified teachers.

Birmingham Dance Theatre - SURGE 2014, p11 101 Olde Towne Road Suite 100, Vestavia, AL 35216 • www.bdtdance.com

(205) 822-3012

A world renowned faculty guest camp! This opportunity will enable everyone to gain experience and challenge each dancer in all genres of dance. 2 days of dance - June 23rd & 24th.

Birmingham Dance Theatre - Summer JAMM Intensive, p 11 (205) 822-3012 100 Olde Towne Road Suite 100, Vestavia, AL 35216 • www.bdtdance.com Two "JAMM" packed weeks of dancing! All genres of dance offered (ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, clogging, tumbling, etc) Ages 2-Adult Take one week or both weeks. June 9th-12th and June 16th-19th.

Birmingham Zoo 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, AL 35223

(205) 397-3877

Birmingham-Southern Conservatory Music & Theatre, p9 900 Arkadelphia Road, Birmingham, AL 35254 • www.bsc.edu

(205) 226-4960

Cameron Oaks Farm, p 8

(205) 966-6213

• www.birminghamzoo.com Your child can experience up-close animal encounters, train & carousel rides, fun in the splash pads and guided tours. A great place for Summer Fun at the Birmingham Zoo Camp!

June 16-20, 2014, 9:00am-3:00pm, K5-5th Grade, Classes include piano, choir, hand bells, music history, dramatic games, improvisation and story-telling. Performance on Friday, June 20 at 2pm.

6491 Hwy 51, Wilsonville, AL • (205) 966-6213 • www.cameronoaks.com Come join the Cameron Oaks Family! We offer day camps for kids of all ages - from beginners to more advanced riders.

Kids will enjoy at least one lesson daily, and they will participate in games, crafts, and learn about horses and their care.

Camp Juliette Low

(770) 428-1062

321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, AL 30731 • www.cjl.org On Lookout Mtn! A traditional girl's camp where self-reliance, confidence and teamwork are nurtured through fun, instructional programs. Smiles and friendship abound in beautiful surroundings. .

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Summer Camp and Activities Planning Guide

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Camp McDowell

(205) 387-1806 105 DeLong Road, Nauvoo, AL • www.campmcdowell.com Since 1948, Camp McDowell has been a vital gathering spot for the Diocese of Alabama. It is on the banks of Clear Creek, nestled in beautfitul woodlands adjacent to the Bankhead National Forest. Campers will tell you that Camp McDowell is supportive Christian community where young people learn to be themselves, and where they develop an abiding respect for the integrity and individuality of all living things.

Camp Winnataska, pg 23

(205) 640-6741

260 Winnataska Drive Pell City, AL 35128 • www.winnataska.org Camp Winnataska has been a fun overnight camp for girls and boys ages 6-15 since 1918. We offer programs such as horses, canoes, swimming, crafts, ropes courses, outdoor adventures and archery. Camp Winnataska is "Christian Camping at it's Best.

Grace Community School & Daycare

(205) 769-6209

8777 Helena Road, Pelham, AL 35124 • www.thewhaleschool.com Dates: Summer Ages: Infants-Entering 3rd Grade. Theme weeks, daily Bible lessons, tutoring, character training and so much more fun!

GradePower Learning, pg 29

(205) 620-2373

349 Huntley Parkway, Pelham, AL 35124 • www.gradepowerlearning.com GradePower's Summer Learning Programs can help. Whether it's math, reading, ACT/SAT Prep, Catch Up & Get Ahead, or Study Skills, we have something for every student from preschool through high school. Call today to enroll!

Helena School of Art - Art Camp, p 11

(205) 914-4409

Ice Skating Basic Skills Summer Camp, p 27

(205) 620-6448

774 2nd Street, Helena, AL 35080 • artinhelena.wikispaces.com Art Camp will inspire your child to reach beyond their comfort zone and create art that is unique only to them. They will be given many projects and games to motivate and inspire their "out of the box" thinking.

500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL 35124 • www.pelhamciviccomplex.org Dates: June 9-13, July 7-11, & Aug 4-8. Fee $250/wk Ages: 5-11 We have the coolest camp in town! Join us at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena for our "Learn to Skate" camps this summer.

Kiki's Bake Camp, pg 13

(205) 991-5006

5479 Highway 280 Suite 122, Birmingham, AL 35242 • www.kikiskickincakes.com Chef-led baking classes, Monday thru Wednesday, 1-4 PM, starting June 2nd, ages 10 and up. Children will learn to bake, crumb-coat cakes, and decorate with buttercream frosting and fondant.

LaPetite Academy, p 26

(205) 879-7615

2041 Brookwood Medical Center Dr., Birmingham, AL 35209 • www.lapetite.com Provides educational childcare for children 6 weeks-age 12. Passionate about providing children with the tools they need to be successful in all aspects of their lives.

Levite Jewish Community Center Day & Specialty Camps

(205) 879-0411

3960 Montclair Birmingham, AL 35222 • www.bhamjcc.org For over 50 years, LJCC Summer Day Camps have offered educational, entertaining, and inspiring experiences for kids.

We have traditional camps as well as specialty camps such as magic, cooking, theatre, soccer, tennis, art, sports, Mad Science, fitness, self defence and safety.

McWane Science Center, p 5

(205) 714-8414

Riverview Camp for Girls, p14

(800) 882-0722

200 19th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35203 • www.mcwane.org Exicting camps for all ages during school vacations. Various thems allow children to experince something new each day.

PO Box 299, Mentone, AL 35984 • www.riverviewcamp.com

Riverview is located on top of Lookout Mountain in Mentone, AL and offers both one and two-week programs and spring and fall mother-daughter weekends. With over 20 activity choices and a Christian Emphasis, both parents and campers appreciate all that Riverview has to offer. Bathrooms and showers in all cabins, beautiful campus and located on Little River as well. Go to www.riverviewcamp.com to see why thousands of girls call Riverview "my camp"! Dr. Larry and Susan Hooks, owners are entering their 32nd year as Directors.

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Visit us online at www.BHamFunandFamily.com RMTC’s Broadway Bootcamp, pg 28

(205) 324-2424

3028 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233 • www.redmountaintheatre.org RMTC's Broadway Bootcamp is two full weeks of acting, singing, and dancing for ages 7-18. In this high-quality workshop, students rotate between six professional instructors that range from Birmingham's best to seasoned professionals from New York and Los Angeles.

Samford University - Adventures in Music Camp, p 24

(205) 726-2810

800 Lakeshore Drive Homewood, AL 35229 • www.samford.edu June 16-20; July 7-11, Studies in piano, voice, theory, music literature, ensemble. Private lessons, recitals, lunch.

8-5 M-Th8-4 plus 6:30 concert Friday

Samford University - All Aboard for Music Camp, p 24

(205) 726-2810

800 Lakeshore Drive Homewood, AL 35229 • www.samford.edu/arts/prepmusic/ July 14-18; 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 (who have not entered 1st grade) Movement, music literature, crafts, recreation, guest artists; ending program

Summer at Highlands, pg 30

(205) 956-9731

4901 Old Leeds Road, Birmingham, AL 35213 • www.highlandsschool.org Throughout the summer, choose from a variety of camps including arts, sports, intellectual and just plain fun. We strive to offer camps and activities that will enable children to continue to learn while having a great time! Traditional day camps available! Morning and afternoon extended care.

Tea Party Castle Princess Camp, p 21

(205) 529-0081

23 Olmstead Street, Birmingham, AL 35242 • www.teapartycastly.com/alabama Girls age 5 & up have fun learning to treat others with good manners, set a table, make introductions and basic table etiquette. They will enjoy a tea party fashion show and dance party too. All directed by our princesses!

Tribe Spirit Summer Camp

(205) 868-2370

3280 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209 • www.acetribe.com Tribe Spirit Summer Camp is a fun-filled week of cheering, dancing, and tumbling on top of games, arts & crafts, and more. Our weekly themes put a fun and exciting twist on all the week’s activities. Campers are sure to come home tired and happy.

The Tutoring Center, pg 17

(205) 987-9577

2804 John Hawkins Parkway Suite 100 Hoover, AL 35244 (near Academy Sports) • www.tutoringcenter.com Summer Is The Best Time TO Learn. We will offer One-To-One Tutoring in Regular Math, Higher Math, Reading, Writing, Phonics, Study Skills, Enrichment, And ACT Prep. Courses.

The Tutoring Club, pg 3

(205) 981-7155

YMCA Camp Cosby

(256) 268-2007

410 Inverness Corners, Birmingham, AL 35242 • www.tutoringclub.com You can make next year different! Summer is an excellent time for students to catch up or move ahead. An investment in 2-4 hours a week can pay dividends throughout the coming year. *Reading *Writing *Math *Algebra 1/2/Trigonometry *Sciences *ACT/SAT Prep Register Now K-12 2290 Paul Bear Bryant Rd, Alpine, AL 35014 • www.campcosby.org Camp Cosby serves ages 6-16 with overnight summer camp. Campers stay in air-conditioned cabins with highly-trained camp counselors. Activities include archery, canoeing, horseback riding, water-skiing, and arts and crafts

YMCA Hargis Day Camp

(205) 678-6512

928 Hargis Dirve Chelsea, AL 35043 • www.ymcabham.org/hrdaycamp Summer Day Camp that really is Camp! Traditional Camp weekly sessions ages 5-13 begin late May and mid August.

Activities include hiking, swimming, canoeing, fishing, archery, and arts and crafts. "Navigator" camp sessions are offered throughout the Summer and include Rock Climbing(6th grade & Up), Outdoor Survivor, Lost and Found, fishing and mtn biking and top shot (4th grade & up).

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