Summer Camp Guide

DAY CAMPS

Camp-A-Palooza at Kids First Sports Center Greater Cincinnati’s most talked about summer camp experience! Why? Four words: Kids First Sports Center… 108,000 square feet of kids sports heaven! Imagine a summer camp taking place in the country’s largest children’s activity center with exceptional instruction in the most popular children’s recreational pursuits: Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Trampoline & Tumbling and Soccer!

Dates: June 1 - August 20, 2021 • Hours: 7-9am - Before Care. 9am-4pm Camp . 4-6pm - After Care • Ages: 5 years old - 15 years old 7900 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249, Contact: Julie Halusek, Email: info@ kidfirstsports.com, Phone: (513) 489-7575,

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Camp at the J Presenting Cincinnati’s Best Day Camp as voted by in the 2020 Best of Parenting poll, Camp at the J! We cannot wait for another magical summer filled with memories and friendships that last a lifetime. Campers will be grouped into pods no larger than 12 with all campers and staff required to wear masks when inside the facility while maintaining a social distance. Sign your kids up for a summer to remember with flexible weekly options available.

Dates: June 14 - August 6 • Hours: 9:30am - 3:30pm *Extended Care Available • Grades: K - 8 8485 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236, Contact: Anne Goldstein, Phone: 513.722.7241, Email: daycamp@mayersonjcc.org,

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Camp Curiosity at Rockwern Academy Here comes the sun! Join Rockwern Academy's Early Childhood Education Center for a fun, creative camp for little learners. Our small, nurturing school environment and experienced staff help young children discover new skills, gain confidence, and thrive! Campers will enjoy outdoor water activities, arts and crafts, music, storytime, and more. Camp will operate with the same safety measures that helped to keep our school safe and open during the year.

Dates: Session 1: June 7 - 25; Session 2: June 28 - July 16 (no camp July 5); Session 3: July 19 - August 6 • Ages: 18 months - 5 years (entering kindergarten) • Hours: Full day (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM), half day (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM), 3 (MWF) or 5 (M-F) days/week options. After Care may be available, depending on interest. 8401 Montgomery Rd , Cincinnati, OH 45236, Contact: Amber Feldman, Camp Director or Toni Brownell, Director of the Early Childhood Education Center, Email: amfeldman@ rockwernacademy.org or tobrownell@ rockwernacademy.org, Phone: 513-984-3770,

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Cincinnati Art Museum Summer Camp Jump into art with eight weeks of exciting art projects, gallery games, and more! Explore a different theme each week with activities taught by skilled educators and museum staff. Designed for children ages 6–12. Convenient before- and after-care available. Registration begins Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati OH 45202, Phone: (513) 721-2787, Email: CAMsummercamp@cincyart.org,

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Children’s Meeting House Montessori School Summer Camp Visit our website to see the Summer Camp Programs CMH has to offer your family this year. Our camps offer a variety of Arts, Crafts, Nature, Science, Drama, and fun activities on our beautiful 7+ acre campus. Camps are led by experienced CMH Staff, who are eager to share their passion for learning and having fun with our campers. Reserve your space NOW!

Dates: June 14-18, 21-25, July 12-16, 19-23 • Ages: 3-12 927 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland, OH 45140, Phone: 513-683-4757, Email: office@ cmhschool.com, cmhschool.com

Cincinnati Playhouse in Park Summer Theatre Camp and Performance Academy Join us for a Summer of Play! Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park offers children and introduction to the exciting world of live theatre! Choose from full day, one-week camps and multi-week performance academy programs. Camps for ages 6 to 17 offered at the Playhouse in Mt. Adams and in Mason. Ages: 6-17 Phone: (513) 421-3888, cincyplay.com

Cincinnati Theatre Summer Camp Whether you’ve never stepped on a stage before, or have already been bitten by the acting bug, our theatre camps are the perfect place to learn some new skills, make some new friends, and have a whole lot of fun! In person programs for students in grade 3-12 who want a fun and challenging stage experience this summer! Learn more online. Dates: June and July 2021 • Grades: 3-12 • Cost: $295/week Cincinnati Shakespeare Company at The Otto M. Budig Theater, 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Phone: 513-381-2273,

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Greene County Parks & Trails Are your kids ready for summer? Give them the experience of nature & wonder with one or all of the summer camp options with Greene County Parks & Trails! Camps include adventures, art, outdoor skills to learning about Sasquatch, all while being immersed in the natural word! There is something for every curious kiddo from ages 2 up to 17 - Find the ideal match today!

Dates: June- Mid-August • Hours: Varies • Ages: 2-5, 6-9,10-13,14-17 635 Dayton-Xenia Rd, Xenia, Ohio 45385, Contact: Hanna Lamb, Email: hlamb@ gcparkstrails.com, Phone: (937) 562-6440,

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Heritage Village Museum Our 19th century village is the perfect location for history camp! Campers can travel into the past to experience life during the Civil War or discover what life was like for Native Americans. Campers will learn about history through games, crafts, food, songs, and hands-on activities. Native American interpreters and museum docents in historical clothing will lead some of the activities.

Dates: Civil War Camp Jun. 7-11, Native American Camp Jun. 21-25, Immersive History Camp July 12-16 and Aug. 2-6 • Hours: 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. There is a come early/stay late option. Campers can be dropped off as early as 8:00 a.m. and picked up as late as 5:30 p.m. for an additional daily fee of $15 • Ages: Ages 6-12 for Civil War and Native American Camps, Ages 13-15 for Immersive History Camp 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 45241, Contact: Steve Preston, Phone: (513) 563-9484, heritagevillagecincinnati.org/

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Museum Camps at The Cincinnati Museum Center Explore science, technology, history and the arts through creative activities and games at Cincinnati Museum Center’s fun and educational Museum Camps. Whether there’s a day or a week off from school, there’s a camp for that. Dates: May-August • Hours: 9am-4pm • Ages: 5 to 14 1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203, Contact: Nora Eskridge, Email: information@ cincymuseum.org, Phone: (513) 728-0082,

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Snapology of West Chester TWP At Snapology we understand that children are meant to learn through play! When children are actively engaged in hands-on, interactive learning activities their creativity flourishes and they show a greater interest in school. Snapology engages children using LEGO® bricks, K’Nex & technology, helping your child develop a thirst for knowledge. While the kids are having fun we sneak in the learning!

Dates: 6/7/21 - 7/30/21 • Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm • Ages: 4 to 14 7568 Wyandot Lane, Liberty Twp, OH 45044, Contact: Nicolette Modes, Email: westchestertwp@snapology.com, Phone: (614) 657-7391, westchestertwp.snapology.com

Taft Museum of Art Summer Art Camp Whether your child is thinking about becoming an artist or just likes to have fun making art, our small classes and safe, hands-on activities with experienced teachers will make this a summer of fun. Plus campers will also get to explore a hybrid of experiences thanks to the great art the Cincinnati area has to offer including right here at the Taft.

Dates: Students entering grades 1–3: May 31–June 4 or June 7–11, Students entering grades 4–6: June 14–18 or June 21–25, Students entering grades 7–12 : June 28–July 2 • Hours: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. • Ages: Students entering grades 1–3, 4–6, 7–12 316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Email: education@taftmuseum.org, taftmuseum.

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The Summit Country Day Summer Camp The Summit Country Day School welcomes students from the tri-state area to enjoy summer in-person on our Hyde Park campus. With programs for children ages 3-grade 12, parents can take comfort knowing that your child is exploring their curious nature, enjoying time with friends and exploring a new topic or hobby. Both full-day and half-day camps are available. Registration opens February 1, 2021.

Dates: June 1 to August 6 2161 Grandin Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45230, Phone: (513) 871-4700, summitcds.org/

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TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion: 2021 Summer Camps This summer, bring your kids to the TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion for sports galore & more. We keep your kids active all summer with our variety of uniquely themed-camp for kids ages five & up. Take advantage of our latest offers this summer & give your child a great camp experience. Enroll by May 1st to receive Special Discounts. Camps are filling up at the Pavilion. Enroll Now!

Dates: June 7- August 6 • Hours: 7:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. • Ages: 5-14 6200 Pfeiffer Raod, Montgomery, OH 45242, Contact: LaShaunda Jones, Email: lashaunda_ jones@trihealth.com, Phone: (513) 246-2647,

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YMCA of Greater Cincinnati Summer Day Camps Overnight, day and specialty camps at the Y are all about discovery. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. And, of course, it's fun too! (Themed Day Camps, Preschool Camps, Teen Camps, Counselor-in-Training programs, and more).

Dates: Camps run May through August; dates for each camp are available on the website • Ages: 3-15 • Cost: Cost varies depending on each camp. Pricing and camp brochures are available online 12 locations throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, Phone: 513-362-YMCA,

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RESIDENTIAL CAMPS

Falcon Camp Recognized throughout the midwest as Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Beautiful lakefront setting, talented experienced staff and wide variety of activities. Campers choose own schedules within general framework. Most of all it’s great fun! Special intro for 6-9 year olds. ACA accredited. At Falcon, good things happen by design.

Dates: June 20 - August 14 in various session lengths • Hours: 9am-4pm • Ages: 6-16 • Gender of Campers: Boys and girls daily activities separate with planned co-ed activities 4251 Delta Rd SW, Carrollton, OH 44615, Contact: Dave Devey, Email: dave@falconcamp. com, Phone: (216) 991-2489, falconcamp.com

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