Southwest Ohio Parent | Camp Fair Program 2024

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ANSWERS IN GENESIS EXPLORE CAMP

HERITAGE VILLAGE MUSEUM SUMMER CAMPS

CAMP-A-PALOOZA AT KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER

MATHNASIUM

CAMP CHABAD

MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS’ STEAM STUDIO

06 AQUATOTS SWIM SCHOOLS BEST POINT EDUCATION & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CAMP-I-CAN CAMP ART ACADEMY: ARTISTS-IN-TRAINING CAMP AT THE J

07 CAMP OSA CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK’S SUMMER THEATRE CAMP AND PERFORMANCE ACADEMY

08 CODE NINJAS GREEN TOWNSHIP DAYTON BALLET SCHOOL DAYTON LIVE CREATIVE ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS FALCON CAMP

09 GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN OHIO CAMPS HAIRSTON SCHOOL OF DANCE CAMPS

11 MUSEUM CAMPS AT THE CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER SETTLER SURVIVAL CAMP AT CARILLON PARK

12 SCHOOL OF ROCK MASON SNAPOLOGY OF WEST CHESTER SUMMER ART CAMP AT TAFT MUSEUM OF ART

13 SUMMIT SUMMER THE LOST ART SUMMER ETIQUETTE AND LEADERSHIP ENRICHMENT CAMP

14 THEATRE SUMMER CAMP YMCA CAMP KERN YMCA OF GREATER CINCINNATI SUMMER DAY CAMPS

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ANSWERS IN GENESIS EXPLORE CAMP Explore Day Camps present a variety of scientific topics from a biblical worldview and is perfect for any science enthusiast.

Creation Museum: 2800 Bullittsburg Church Rd., Petersburg, KY 41080, Contact Registration via creationmuseum.org/forms/contact-explore, (888) 582-4253 ext. 229 creationmuseum.org/education Dates: Science Camp – June 24-28, 2024 and July 8-12, 2024; Forensic Camp – July 15-19, 2024 Hours: 9:30-3pm lunch provided / Ages: 11-18

CAMP-A-PALOOZA AT KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER CAMP-A-PALOOZA is Greater Cincinnati’s most talked about summer camp experience! Why? Four words: Kids First Sports Center... 108,000 square feet of kids sports heaven! Every day is a themed, non–stop, in and outdoor adventure. From morning drop–off to evening pick–up, you’ll experience crafts, talent shows, water slides, sports instruction, science experiments, agricultural projects and more!

7900 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249, Contact: Julie Halusek, campinfo@kidsfirstsports.com, (513) 489-7575 kidsfirstsports.com Dates: May 28-August 16, 2024 Hours: Times: 7am-6pm / Ages: 5-15 years of age

CAMP CHABAD

Embark on an unforgettable journey at Camp Chabad – Cincinnati’s premier Jewish Day Camp!

Accredited by the ACA, nestled in Keonig Park, we offer a thrilling experience for kids ages 5-13. With diverse activities, Jewish identity, exceptional staff, prime location, and exciting field trips, this summer promises endless adventure and memories to last a lifetime.

520 W. Columbus Ave., Reading, OH 45215, Contact: Menachem Majeski, info@campchabad.org, (513) 731-5111 campchabad.org Dates: June 24th to August 2nd, 2024 Hours: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm / Ages: 5-13, co-ed

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AQUATOTS SWIM SCHOOLS Aqua-Tots is more than just your average swim school. We not only teach children of all ages how to swim, we teach Lessons for Life while developing a life-long love of swimming. Come swim with us today in one of our 2 convenient locations in the Dayton area.

Springboro: 716 N. Main St., Springboro, OH 45066, Email: springboroinfo@aqua-tots.com, (937) 886-4321, aqua-tots.com/springboro Beavercreek: 2451 Lakeview Dr., Ste. 106, Beavercreek, OH 45431, Email: beavercreekinfo@ aqua-tots.com, (937) 200-1120, aqua-tots.com/ beavercreek Dates: Year Round Hours: Monday 9am - 8pm; Tuesday 9am - 8pm; Wednesday 4pm - 8pm; Thursday 9am - 8pm; Friday Closed; Saturday 8am - 3pm; Sunday Closed / Ages: 4 months to 12+

CAMP ART ACADEMY: ARTISTS-IN-TRAINING

Camp Art Academy at the AAC is an esteemed six-week educational experience for rising first through sixth graders. Each week has a unique theme and students can attend one week, all six, or any number in between. At the end of each week, students celebrate their artwork with a gallery opening for friends and family! Camp will encourage your child’s self-discovery, teamwork, and expression through an award-winning arts education.

1212 Jackson St., Cincinnati, OH 45202, (513) 562-8762, artacademy.edu/office-ofengagement/community-education/ camp-art-academy Dates: June 3rd-July 26th, 2024 with a two-week break in between. Each week features a different theme—check our website for more details.

Ages: 5- to 12-year-olds.

BEST POINT EDUCATION & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CAMP-I-CAN

Camp-I-Can provides high-quality summer programming for children 4-12 years of age. As a “summer-bridging program” Camp-I-can provides projectbased learning activities that promote children’s language, math and science skills. In addition, our group learning model helps children develop the skills necessary to manage their feelings and build positive relationships.

4550 Red Bank Expressway, Cincinnati, OH 45227, Contact: Carolyn Brinkmann, cbrinkmann@costars. org, (513) 527-7321, bestpoint.org Dates: May 29th – August 1st (Madisonville) and May 28th – August 9th (Westwood)

CAMP AT THE J At Camp at the J, kids can experience the best of summer. From swimming and archery to arts & crafts, camp values and color wars, and much more, kids will create memories and form friendships to last a lifetime. Give your child a summer to remember at Camp at the J! Camp at the J was a 2022 Best of Parenting poll finalist.

8485 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236, Contact: Lauren Smyjunas, (513) 722-7245, daycamp@ mayersonjcc.org, MayersonJCC.org/Camp Dates: June 10 - August 9, 2024 Hours: 9:30am - 3:30pm *Extended Care Available / Grades: K - 10

Hours: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm / Ages: ages 4-12. *Four-year-olds must be scheduled to attend kindergarten in the upcoming school year.

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CAMP OSA School’s out and we have some awesome week-long and day camps planned ALL SUMMER LONG! Ohio Sports Academy has been voted best gym in Dayton 8 years in a row! Summer Camps are filled with high-energy, structured activities for your kids and incorporate open play, organized games, arts, Ninja, and sooo much fun!

Each week is filled with special events such as animal encounters, Kona Ice, video game trucks, and more!

270 Hiawatha Trail, Springboro, OH 45066, (937) 743-1466, ohiosportsacademy.com/ local-summer-camps Dates: Monday – Friday: June 3rd-August 9th, 2024 Hours: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm or 8:00 am – 5:00 pm / Ages: 4 – 12 (campers must be potty-trained)

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK’S SUMMER THEATRE CAMP AND PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Summer Camps options include oneweek theatre camps that focus on fun and theatre skills, one-week performance showcases and intensives, and two-week performance academies that produce a play or musical from start to finish. Camps are held at the Playhouse in Mt. Adams and locations in Mason and near Erlanger, Ky. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park: 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202, (513) 421-3888, summercamp@cincyplay.com, cincyplay.com Dates: June 2 – August 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (before and after care available) / Ages: Rising first – 12th graders

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DAYTON LIVE CREATIVE ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

Elevate your child’s summer with an exciting tech experience! This year, we’re introducing a variety of new camps designed to ignite their curiosity and make this summer the most unforgettable one yet. Our camps include: Creating in Roblox, Minecraft and YouTube, hands-on tech like Micro:bits and MakeyMakey or Creative Design Studio. Check out the full lineup online!

The Dayton Live Creative Academy offers a variety of professionally curated performing arts experiences for all ages.

From classes for beginners, and summer camps for the adventurous, to Broadway after-school intensives for the curious, there are year-round activities for everyone in the family. Join us for fun, for adventure, and to develop your own creativity. This is performing arts education for EVERYONE!

6507 Harrison Avenue Suite V, Cincinnati, OH 45247, (513) 878-1338, greentownshipoh@codeninjas.com, codeninjas.com/oh-green-township Dates: Weekly camps starting June 3 through August 9

PNC Arts Annex: 46 W. 2nd Street, Dayton, OH 45402, info@daytonlive.org, (937) 637-8323, daytonlive.org/series/creativeacademy/

Hours: AM Camp: 8:30 AM -12; PM Camp: 1-4:30 PM / Ages: 5 – 14

Dates/Hours: Full and half day camps in June and July Ages: Prekindergarten through 12th grade depending on camp

DAYTON BALLET SCHOOL Dayton Ballet School summer program and camps are for the young dancer who is ready to enhance and elevate their skills in a fun and nurturing environment.

Available options are our Summer Intensive for advanced and intermediate dancers, Themed-Ballet camps, and classes for dancers of all ages and abilities.

Keep moving and connect to dance all summer long!

140 North Main St 4th Floor, Dayton, OH 45402, Contact: Megan Forney, mforney@ daytonperformingarts.org, (937) 535-5451, daytonballetschool.org Dates: June 3-29 / Ages: 3 years-18 years

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 6-10 year olds.

ACA accredited. At Falcon, ‘Good Things Happen by Design’.

4251 Delta Rd SW, Carrollton, OH 44615, Contact: Dave Devey, (330) 627-4269, info@falconcamp. com, falconcamp.com/ Type of Camp: Overnight Camp Gender of Campers: boys and girls - separate daily activities with planned coed events.

Dates: June 16 -August 10, 2024 in 1,2,4,6 or 8 week sessions / Ages: 6-16

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GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN OHIO CAMPS Day AND overnight camps at three locations, plus travel camps for girls in grades 8-11. Not a member? Not a problem—Girl Scout camp is open to all girls! Come experience the magic of camp—the joy of making new friends, bravely trying new adventures, and discovering the amazing wonders of nature.

Multiple locations, 888) 350-5090, customercare@ gswo.org, camp.gswo.org/summer Type of Camp: Day AND Overnight Camp Dates: Weekly, June 9 - August 2, 2024 / Hours: Varies / Ages: Girls currently in grades K-11 Gender of Campers: All Girl

HAIRSTON SCHOOL OF DANCE CAMPS Students will experience a fun creative introduction to dance while making crafts, costumes, props and headpieces that will inspire creativity beyond the studio. Each week will have a different theme. June 3-7th: Bluey Dance Camp, July 29-August 2nd: Mermaids and Pirates Dance Camp.

4329 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227, Contact: Sarah Hairston Berkley, (513) 271-0095, hairstonschoolofdance@gmail.com, hairstonschoolofdance.com Dates: June 3-7th and July 1-5th, 2024 Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm / Ages: 3-8

HERITAGE VILLAGE MUSEUM SUMMER CAMPS

Heritage Village Museum is a unique setting for a 19th century experience.

Campers will discover the past through a variety of hands-on activities. Campers can create their own museum, solve history’s mysteries, immerse themselves in pioneer life, explore 19th century professions, or try their hand at espionage!

Heritage Village Museum (inside Sharon Woods Park): 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 45241, Contact: Lauren Woods, Lwoods@ heritagevillagecincinnati.org, (513) 563-9484, heritagevillagecincinnati.org Dates: Museum Makers: Jun. 10-14, 2024 / History’s Mysteries: Jun. 17-21, 2024 / Little Village in the Big Woods: Jun. 24-28, 2024 / Past Professions: Jul. 8-12, 2024 / Spy Camp: Jul. 15-19, 2024 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 Ages: All camps are for children ages 6-14. Children must have completed kindergarten.

MATHNASIUM At Mathnasium we work with students one on one to make sure that they have a deep understanding of math, while making it fun! Over the summer is a good time to catch up, keep up, or even get ahead. We make sure that the work we complete with your student is appropriate to their understanding level, not just their grade level. Let’s make this a Mathnasium summer and kick learning into high gear!

Anderson: 7625 Beechmont Ave., (513) 231-6284 Blue Ash: 9525 Kenwood Rd., (513) 984-1212 Hyde Park: 3974 Red Bank Rd., (513) 832-8773 Loveland: 700 Loveland Madeira Rd., (513) 781-3002 Mason: 8217 Arbor Square Dr., (513) 683-9800 West Chester: 7602 Cox Ln., (513) 296-2000, mathnasium.com Dates: June 1 through August 3, 2024

MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS’ STEAM STUDIO

Welcome to the STEAM Studio—where 2nd through 10th graders explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in real life while having fun, making friends, and creating memories at Miami University Regionals’ campuses. We seek to build tomorrow’s leaders in STEAM. Join us for a great summer!

4200 N. University Blvd Middletown, OH 45042, 1601 University Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011, Contact: Theresa Young, steamstudio@MiamiOH.edu, (513) 217-4003

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Miamioh.edu/regionals/STEAMStudio Dates: June 20th-July 26th, 2024 Hours: 9 am-4 pm Monday-Friday Grades: 2nd-10th grades

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.

3 Locations: Cincinnati Museum Center: 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203; Cincinnati Observatory: 3489 Observatory Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45208; Northern Kentucky University: 1 Louie B Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099; (513) 287-7001 cincymuseum.org/museum-camps/ Dates: May 28 – August 9, 2024 Hours: 9am- 4pm Ages: 5-14

SETTLER SURVIVAL CAMP AT CARILLON PARK

Held in late July, Settler Survival Camp at Carillon Historical Park is five days of early settlement fun. The Miami Valley comes to life from an early settler’s perspective during this exciting camp.

Learn about early travel methods, hearth-cooking, woodworking, textiles, gardening, candle-dipping, and more.

1000 Carillon Boulevard, Dayton, OH 45409, Contact: Education Department: education1@ daytonhistory.org, (937) 293-2841, daytonhistory.org/events/historicalexperiences/settler-survival-camp/ Dates: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, 2024 Hours: 9:00 am–4:00 pm Daily / Ages: 8-12

SCHOOL OF ROCK MASON

SNAPOLOGY OF WEST CHESTER

ROCK 101 CAMPS are for kids 7-14 who are beginners. Campers are introduced to the instruments we teach (guitar, bass, drums, keys, and vocals) and then work to put on a mini-concert. PERFORMANCE CAMPS are for musicians 11-18 capable of playing through a song. Campers rehearse throughout the week to put on a rock concert at the end of camp.

Snapology’s mission is to make STEAM learning fun! In our programs children are introduced to STEAM concepts through educational play. They’re having so much fun they do not even realize how much they’re learning! Additionally, Snapology programs are curated to build confidence, promote creativity, teamwork and social skills; and to develop problem solving and iterative learning skills.

755 Reading Road #1, Mason, OH 45040, Contact: Stephen Kuffner, (513) 770-1257, mason@schoolofrock.com schoolofrock.com/locations/mason

Various Locations, westchestertwp@ snapology.com, (513) 988-7363 bit.ly/snapcamps

Dates: Week long camp sessions throughout the summer

Dates: All weeks in June and July, some weeks in August

Hours: 10am-3pm; extended hours available

Hours: AM Camps, 9 am to 12 pm & PM Camps, 1 pm to 4 pm (8 am early drop off, 5 pm late pick up)

Ages: 7-18

Ages: 4 to 14

SUMMER ART CAMP AT TAFT MUSEUM OF ART Get creative with the Taft Museum of Art! Whether your child is thinking about becoming an artist or just likes to have fun making art, our small camp classes and hands-on activities with experienced teachers will make this a summer of fun.

Our week-long camps will have campers painting, sculpting, and drawing, and will culminate in an invitation to family and friends to view campers’ work.

316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, education@taftmuseum.org, taftmuseum.org/families-children/ summer-camp Dates: May 28 - June 12 Hours: 9 am–4 pm Ages: Entering grades 1–3, 4–6, and 7–12 12

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SUMMIT SUMMER The Summit Country Day School welcomes students from the tri-state area to enjoy summer on our Hyde Park campus. With programs for children ages 18 months - Grade 12, parents can take comfort in knowing that their 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. Online Catalog will be available on Thursday, January 25th.

Registration opens: February 1st.

2161 Grandin Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45230, Contact: Shayleigh Holbrook, Auxiliary Services Manager, holbrook_s@summitcds.org, (513) 871-4700 Ext: x369 summitcds.org/programs/ summit-summer Dates: June 3rd - August 2nd, 2024

THE LOST ART SUMMER ETIQUETTE AND LEADERSHIP ENRICHMENT CAMP Summer camps are a great way to have fun, make friends, and learn new things!

TLA offers unique activities for kids to build self-confidence, learn teamwork, create a business, and understand etiquette. TLA also has fun educational games like Etiquette Jeopardy, BINGO, and Blindfold leadership activities. The best part? TLA is affordable and accessible to everyone! Join us this summer!

Wingate by Wyndham Cincinnati-Blue Ash: 4320 Glendale-Milford Rd., Blue Ash, OH 45242, Contact: John Scott, Founder, (888) 354-4639, info@thelostart.net, thelostart.net Dates: June 17 - 21, 2024

THEATRE SUMMER CAMP

YMCA OF GREATER CINCINNATI SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Whether it’s your first time under the spotlight or you’re already a budding thespian, Theatre Summer Camp with Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is the ideal playground for artistic growth, forging friendships, and pure fun. We offer dynamic in-person programs for students in grades 1-12, tailored for those seeking an exciting and rewarding theatrical adventure this summer. Dive into a world of creativity and discover more about our programs online.

Day Camp registration opens March 1.

Campers have the opportunity to explore nature, find hidden talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships. Weekly themes create energy and excitement whether you camper is with us for one week or the full summer!

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company at The Otto M. Budig Theater, 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, (513) 381-2273, cincyshakes.com/summercamp

Dates: Camps run Memorial Day through Early August

Dates: June and July 2024

10 locations in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, (513) 362-YMCA, myY.org/day-camp

Ages: 5-12 Cost: Varies by camp. Visit MyY.org/day-camp for prices.

Grades: 1-12 Cost: $295/week, multiple week discount available

YMCA CAMP KERN Let your child enjoy a summer of fun at YMCA Camp Kern! With a focus on being unplugged and connected to nature, our camps give children the opportunity to participate in fun activities, connect with amazing counselors, and build new friendships. Our camps are structured with our four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

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5291 OH-350, Oregonia, OH 45054, tbrinkman@ daytonymca.org, (513) 932-3756, campkern.org Dates: June 2nd–August 2nd Ages: 5-18

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