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Camp Program Contacts
Camp McLean
Sheleta Anderson, Camp Director 703-448-8336, TTY: 711 ov sheleta.anderson@fairfaxcounty.g
Weeklong Camps
Director Michael Fisher, General Programs 703-744-9347, TTY: 711 michael.fisher@fairfaxcounty.gov
We are very happy to be able to offer in-person summer camp programs. For the safety and health of everyone involved, please follow these MCC COVID-19 protocols.
★ Wear a mask while participating in MCC ★ ★ ★ ★
programs. Maintain at least six feet of social distance from the people around you. Do a personal health self-check for COVID-19 symptoms before coming to MCC. As a general practice, wash your hands frequently and thoroughly. Stay up to date on MCC’s operating status by visiting our website, www.mcleancenter.org.
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By practicing these simple safeguards, we can do our part to remain healthy and enjoy MCC programs and services. We greatly appreciate your cooperation and support.
McLean Project for the Arts Summer Art Camphs
Are You an MCC Tax District Resident?
Youth Danielle Van Hook, Director, Alden Theatre Programs 703-744-9368, TTY: 711 danielle.vanhook@fairfaxcounty.gov
eac Briana Clorey, Education and ArtR Operations Manager 703-790-1953, TTY: 711 bclorey@mpaart.org
The Old Firehouse Summer Camp Trips Sheleta Anderson, Camp Director 703-448-8336, TTY: 711 ov sheleta.anderson@fairfaxcounty.g
You are a McLean Commun ity Center resident if you live within the following boundaries: ★ North: The Potomac River. ★ East: The Arlington County Line. ★ West: Difficult Run. ★ South: Route 66, Route 7 or Dulles Access Road (whichever is furthest north ). Still not sure? Check the dis trict map on the Center’s website, www.mcle ancenter.org, or call 703-790-0123.
McLean Community Center is an agency of Fairfax County Government and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all County programs, services and activities, and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. To request accommodations, call the Center at 703-790-0123, TTY 711, 14 working days in advance of the start date of the camp you wish your child to attend.
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Lion Tamers 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
For children ages 3-4 years old Camp participants must be toilet-trained and have turned 3 years old by June 1, 2022. Each session will have one in-house entertainment event and one to two days of water play per week. Campers will participate in arts and crafts, outdoor play, story time, singing, dancing, small group games and more. Campers always remain on site. The campers-to-staff ratio is one adult to six campers. Maximum enrollment is limited to 18 campers per session.
Under the Big Top
Camp McLean
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Session I
June 21 – July
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Session II
July 5 – July 15
Session III
July 18 – July
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Lion Tamers Session 1 8001.122 June 21 – July 1
$400/$350
MCC district residents
Lion Tamers Session 2 8002.122 July 5 – July 15
$400/$350
MCC district residents
Lion Tamers Session 3 8003.122 July 18 – July 29
$425/$375
MCC district residents
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Camp McLean
Magicians Session 1
Magicians
8004.122 June 21 – July 1
$550/$500
MCC district residents
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
For children ages 5-6 years old (by June 1, 2022).
Magicians Session 2 8005.122 July 5 – July 15
Each session includes two pool trips, one inhouse entertainment event and one field trip. Each session, campers participate in specialistplanned activities. The camper-staff ratio is one adult to six campers. Maximum enrollment is 18 campers per session.
$550/$500
MCC district residents
Magicians Session 3 8006.122 July 18 – July 29
$575/$525
MCC district residents
Jugglers Session 1 8007.122 June 21 – July 1
$550/$500
MCC district residents
Jugglers Session 2 8008.122 July 5 – July 15
$550/$500
MCC district residents
Jugglers Session 3 8009.122 July 18 – July 29
Jugglers 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
For children ages 7-8 years old (by June 1, 2022). Each session includes two pool trips, one in-house entertainment event and one field trip. Each session, campers participate in specialist-planned activities. The camper-staff ratio is one adult to six campers. Maximum enrollment is 18 campers per session.
$575/$525 MCC district residents
Ring Masters Session 1 8010.122 June 21 – July 1
$565/$515
Ring Masters 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
For children ages 9-10 years old (by June 1, 2022). Each session includes two pool trips and two field trips. Campers will participate in specialist-planned activities. The camper/staff ratio is one adult to eight campers. Maximum enrollment is 18 campers per session.
MCC district residents
Ring Masters Session 2 8011.122 July 5 – July 15
$565/$515
MCC district residents
Ring Masters Session 3 8012.122 July 18 – July 29
$590/$540 MCC district residents
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★ All withdrawals, refunds and cancellation requests MUST be submitted in writing to
registrar@mcleancenter.org ★ The center will issue a full refund when a camp program is canceled by the center. ★ Requests for withdrawals and/or cancellations received before Friday, April 1, 2022, will receive a full refund. ★ For requests for withdrawals and/or cancellations after Friday, April 1, 2022, patrons will be charged a $100 processing fee, which will be deducted from the total amount paid. ★ If a replacement can be found to fill the space vacated by the cancellation and/or withdrawal, the $100 processing fee will be refunded to the patron. ★ If a replacement cannot be found, a refund of the processing fee will not be issued.
Additional Requirements Camper Forms
Camper forms should be submitted one month prior to the start of camp. This allows time to complete any missing or otherwise incomplete forms prior to the start of camp.
Camp McLean
Camp McLean Refund Policy
Parent Handbook
The Camp McLean Paren t Handbook contains important information about our camp, its policies and the campers ’ code of conduct. It ca n be found online on the Camp McLean page at www.mcleancenter.o rg.
Please Note: All forms must be completed and on hand at camp before your child will be admitted to camp. No exceptions will be made. Required Forms Include: Documents and forms will be available for download on the Camp McLean webpage.
★ Camp McLean Camper Information Packet ★ A current and completed Certification of Immunization. ★ A Commonwealth of Virginia School Entrance Physical
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Examination Form signed by a physician. A copy of the form is acceptable. Any camper under the age of 6 years old must submit a Physical Examination form that is dated after August 3, 2021. In accordance with Virginia law, camp staff members are required to witness a document with proof of your child’s age. You must bring one of the following items in when you register your child for camp. Note: Please do not leave the originals.
Acceptable documents include: 1. A certified copy of his or her birth certificate. 2. A U.S. Passport or State Department-issued documentation. 3. A Virginia-based school report card. All forms must be submitted in person. You may bring the completed forms to: The Old Firehouse Center 1440 Chain Bridge Road McLean, Virginia 22101
How to Register Registration begins on Monday, Feb. 7, 2022. Spaces fill quickly, so please register as soon as possible to ensure your space. Be first in line, register online! Online registration starts at midnight. Go to www.mcleancenter.org and click on the “Register” button or the seven-digit activity code associated with the activity you want. You may also register over the phone (703790-0123) or in person at the center or the Old Firehouse. (703-448-8336). Camp McLean registrations and camper forms will not be accepted prior to Monday, Feb. 7, 2022. Questions? For additional information, please contact Camp McLean Director Sheleta Anderson at sheleta.anderson@fairfaxcounty.gov.
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MCC Weeklong Camps
Weeklong CraChmildpresn fo
& Teens
Chess Chess Camp
6-13
Silver Knights Enrichment has YEARS taught chess to 100,000+ children, including national champions! A great camp for everyone from brand new beginners to tournament players. Activities include learning the rules, openings, tactics, strategy, endgames, playing games and taking outdoor breaks. Bring a snack, drink and lunch. Campers will receive a t-shirt and chess set. Instructor: Silver Knights Enrichment Staff. 5 lessons @ 7 hrs
$450/$370 MCC district residents 1250.122 1251.122 1252.122 1253.122
M-F, 6/13-6/17 M-F, 6/21-6/24 M-F, 7/11-7/15 M-F, 7/18-7/22
9 a.m.-4 p.m. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.* 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
*Week 2
$360/$296 MCC district residents
Culinary Arts Noodle Camp – Youth
Instructor: Chef Joel Olson, Hemmachef.
8-12
YEARS
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$430/$355 MCC district residents 1300.122
M-F, 7/11-15
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
International Cuisine for Youth
Instructor: Chef Joel Olson, Hemmachef.
8-12
YEARS
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$430/$355 MCC district residents 1302.122
M-F, 7/18-22
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
International MiniCamp: Pakistani & South American Cuisines
10-15 YEARS
Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 2 lessons @ 3 hrs
$144/$100 MCC district residents 1304.122
M-Tu, 7/18-19
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Cooking, Manners and Etiquette Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 2 lessons @ 2 hrs
$130/$110 MCC district residents 1305.122
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W-Th, 7/20-21
5:30-7:30 p.m.
8-13
YEARS
Instructor: Chef Joel Olson, Hemmachef.
Superhero Dance Camp
13-17 YEARS
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$430/$355 MCC district residents 1301.122
M-F, 7/11-15
1:30-4:30 p.m.
International Cuisine for Teens
Instructor: Chef Joel Olson, Hemmachef
13-17 YEARS
1701.122
$430/$355 MCC district residents M-F, 7/18-22
Rapunzel’s Tangled Dance Adventure Camp
3-6
YEARS
Join Rapunzel as she prepares to become the Princess of Corona in this dance adventure camp! The adventure continues along with Flynn, Maximus and Pascal! The adventure is filled with magical songs and dancing from the hit movie and TV series, activities, crafts, costumes and props! We will discover all the magic and adventures in the land of Corona in this thrilling dance camp! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff.
1-4 p.m.
6-9
YEARS
Get ready to groove with your favorite Descendants characters and all their hit songs in this fun-filled week of dance and exciting activities. The adventure continues with Mal, Evie and Uma, as your camper will learn funky dance moves, make adorable crafts and get to dress up as his or her favorite villains. Join the magic of this thrilling camp! This amazing week ends with a spectacular camper showcase on Friday! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff. 5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1702.122
M-F, 7/11-7/15
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents M-F, 6/27-7/1
M-F, 6/27-7/1
Descendants Dance Adventure Camp
1:30-4:30 p.m.
Dance
1700.122
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents
5 lessons @ 3 hrs 1303.122
3-6
Become superheroes through training and dance! Your brave superheroes YEARS will discover superpowers while dancing to favorite songs with costumes and props and working on fun activities and crafts. Campers will learn how to work together to solve problems, spot a villain and use their powers responsibly. Together the superheroes will save the world through dance! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff.
MCC Weeklong Camps
Noodle Camp – Teens
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
1706.122
M-F, 7/18-7/22
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Broadway Bound Camp
6-9
Your budding Broadway entertainer will learn exciting routines to hit Broadway YEARS musicals such as “Aladdin,” “The Lion King,” “Newsies” and “Annie.” Campers will learn age-appropriate songs and dances that are currently playing on Broadway. Each day is filled with an energizing dance warmup, Broadway routines and acting games and exercises. Camp concludes on Friday with a showcase that is sure to dazzle! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff. 5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1703.122
M-F, 7/11-7/15
1-4 p.m.
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MCC Weeklong Camps
Zombie Cheer and Tumbling Camp
6-9
YEARS
Your cheerleader will have the time of her life learning cheers, motions, chants, drills, stretches, jumps and a high-energy cheer dance with pompoms. This fun week also features daily tumbling and focuses on development of strength, coordination and flexibility as well as mastering forward rolls, cartwheels, handstands, bridges, limbers and splits. Camp ends with a rockin’ spirit-filled Cheer Show! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff.
Trolls Dance Camp
3-6
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1704.122
M-F, 7/18-7/22
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Popstar Hip-Hop Camp
6-9
Here is your chance to interpret YEARS movement with feeling, emotions and style. You will learn lyrical, contemporary, hip-hop and jazz, using popular ballads and contemporary music. We’ll teach you the moves to dance on stage like Ava Max, Sia, Taylor Swift, JoJo Siwa and Ariana Grande among others! Camp ends with a marvelous showcase! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff. 5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1705.122
M-F, 7/18-7/22
1-4 p.m.
Magical Frozen II Ballet Adventure Camp
3-6
YEARS
Join Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven as they embark on a new journey to find out more about Elsa’s powers in this magical dance camp. The adventure is filled with amazing new songs, beautiful dancing activities, costumes and adorable crafts. A final performance on Friday will give the ballerinas a chance to show off their hard work! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff. 5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1709.122
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M-F, 8/1-8/5
Dancers will have a blast as we embark on a five-day quest with our YEARS favorite Troll buddies to save music from the evil Rockers. Along the way, campers will love dancing to all their favorite Trolls music, dressing up like Poppy and Branch, creating adorable crafts and making new friends! There’s a final performance on Friday for campers to show off the new cool moves they’ve learned. Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1710.122
M-F, 8/1-8/5
1-4 p.m.
Preteen Dance Camp
9-12
YEARS
This camp is for preteens who would like to keep up their technique over the summer while exploring all genres of dance. We will focus on a different discipline each day to make sure students experience all forms of dance. Styles include ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical and musical theater. The week will conclude with a fabulous showcase for parents. Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff. 5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1707.122
M-F, 7/25-7/29
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
13+
This camp is geared towards teenagers YEARS who would like to keep up their technique over the summer while exploring all genres of dance. We will focus on different disciplines each day to make sure students experience all forms of dance. Styles include Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical and Musical Theater. The week will conclude with a fabulous showcase to share with parents everything they learned throughout this fun-filled dancing week! Instructor: Art in Motion Dance Staff 5 lessons @ 3 hrs M-F, 7/25-7/29
Robotics LEGO Robotics Camp: Extreme Machines
6-13
YEARS
Explore the world of mega-machines in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO robotics camp. Build and program robots that get the job done. Build over-the-top vehicles and real-world engineering marvels. Campers will receive a Silver Knights t-shirt. Instructor: Silver Knights Enrichment.
$380/$295 MCC district residents 1708.122
MCC Weeklong Camps
Teen Dance Camp
1-4 p.m.
Fencing
5 lessons @ 7 hrs
Intro to Olympic Sport Foil, Sabre and Epee
9+
YEARS
No previous training needed. Known as the “physical game of chess,” Olympic sport fencing provides a tremendous physical and mental workout for students of all ages and athletic abilities. Fencing makes fitness fun! It builds muscle strength, provides greater cardiovascular workouts and improves endurance, coordination and speed. Campers will learn footwork, handwork and strategy using safety-tipped swords, protective jackets, masks and gloves. Instructor: Virginia Academy of Fencing. 4 lessons @ 3 hrs
$220/$168 MCC district residents,
$530/$450 MCC district residents 1254.122
M-F, 6/27-7/1
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
LEGO Robotics Camp: Wild Safari
6-13
YEARS
Explore the animal kingdom in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO robotics camps. You will build and code swinging monkeys, fierce silverback gorillas, cute koalas and more. Learn how to create robots that climb, move, bite and roll! Campers will receive a Silver Knights t-shirt. Instructor: Silver Knights Enrichment. 5 lessons @ 7 hrs
$530/$450 MCC district residents 1255.122
M-F, 8/1-8/5
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
includes a $49 equipment rental fee. 1951.122
Tu-F, 6/21-6/24
1–4 p.m.
5 lessons @ 3 hrs
$275/$210 MCC district residents, includes a $49 equipment rental fee 1952.122 1953.122 1954.122
M-F, 7/11-7/15 M-F, 7/25-7/29 M-F, 8/8-8/12
1-4 p.m. 1-4 p.m. 1-4 p.m.
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MCC Weeklong Camps
Dinosaurs and Ancient Worlds: Underground Explorers
6-11
YEARS
Dig up dinosaurs and the ancient past! Solve real-life mysteries! Kids learn about archaeology and the techniques scientists use to excavate fossils and long-lost cities. They also study bone fragments, pottery shards, amber deposits and fossils to understand what they can tell us about history! Each class includes a make-and-take home project, like a fossil reproduction, an amber time capsule or coins from around the world! Instructor: Mad Science Staff. 5 lessons @ 7 hrs
Science
$460/$380 MCC district residents. 1104.122
NASA Academy of Future Space Explorers
6-11
YEARS
Blast off with the only camp designed and created specifically by NASA engineers. Set your future space explorers on a trajectory from our earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system. This hands-on program will bring children closer to the stars, planets and comets. Learn about living in space, getting away from gravity and looking for space phenomena and participate in a rocket launch! Instructor: Mad Science Staff.
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Flight Academy
6-11
$460/$380 MCC district residents.
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5 lessons @ 7 hrs M-F, 7/25-7/29
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Suspects! Schematics! and Sleuths! Connect the dots using science to YEARS help solve a crime in this hands-on investigation of the science of sleuthing. Uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis and fingerprinting detection. Enhance your recall and observation skills and learn how to use spy equipment. Instructor: Mad Science Staff. 5 lessons @ 7 hrs
5 lessons @ 7 hrs M-F, 7/11-7/15
6-11
YEARS
Children will overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and, most important of all, their minds. With a little bit of ingenuity, children will create catapults and forts, construct working light sticks to take home and assemble a set of circuits with batteries and light bulbs. While Thomas Edison said, “Invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration,” this camp is 100% FUN! Instructor: Mad Science Staff.
Secret Agent Lab Camp
Calling all pilots! As a Mad Science YEARS flight cadet in training, you will discover how airplanes fly. Test your airplane’s performance in a wind tunnel. Build your own kite, stunt plane and model rocket. Ride the air on a Hovercraft. Discover how hot air balloons, blimps and parachutes work. Instructor: Mad Science Staff.
1103.122
Eureka! The Inventor’s Camp
1105.122
$460/$380 MCC district residents. M-F, 6/27-7/1
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$460/$380 MCC district residents.
5 lessons @ 7 hrs 1102.122
M-F 7/18-7/22
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$460/$380 MCC district residents. 1106.122
M-F, 8/1-8/5
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
6-11
Theater Camp
Shakespeare Theatre Company’s
Sponsored by
Camp Shakespeare Youth
Youth campers will discover how to bring Shakespeare’s words to life by examining scripts to create characters, learning the fundamentals of stage combat and performing selected scenes. Camp will culminate with a Friday evening performance.
9-11
YEARS
“Hamlet”
After his father dies, Prince Hamlet discovers his uncle murdered him to become king. What will Hamlet do to make things right?
$850 /$765 MCC district residents Tuesday, June 21–Friday, July 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
MCC district residents, please call 202547-5688 to register and receive the MCC resident discount.
Teens
Teen campers will investigate how Shakespeare guides actors through text and exercise the actor’s toolkit to explore multiple characters in an ensemble performance. Camp will culminate with a Friday evening performance.
12-14 YEARS
“As You Like It” Please visit Shakespeare Theatre Company’s website for FAQS and other information and to register.
Rosalind and Celia run away to the Forest of Arden and find love, mischief and mirth in the woods.
$850 /$765 MCC district residents Tuesday, July 5–Friday, July 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Nonresidents can register online: https://www.shakespearetheatre. org/education/classes-andcamps/camp-shakespeare/
MCC district residents, please call 202-5475688 to register and receive the MCC resident discount.
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MPA Summer Art Camps
McLean Project for the Arts (MPA)
Summer Art Camps Camp Abrakadoodle Morning and afternoon sessions are offered each week. Monday-Friday: 9:30 a.m.–noon or 1:30–4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday on Week 2
3-6
YEARS
Camp Tuition:
$195/$185 MCC district residents $155/$150 MCC district residents (Week 2) Materials fee is $35/$28 for Week 2. Make check payable to Abrakadoodle. The fee is due to the instructor on the first day of camp. This popular series of imaginative art camps for children is based on the learning principles of Jean Piaget. Children create wonderful “masterpieces” using innovative art materials while exploring a variety of artistic styles and techniques. Each half-day camp offers unique experiences designed to foster creativity. Each week of camp will feature a different theme. There are no full-day options for Abrakadoodle camps. Children must be fully toilet trained. Please remember to send a snack and drink each day (no nuts, please). To register or for more detailed descriptions of Camp Abrakadoodle, visit MPA’s website, www.mpaart.org.
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Week 1: June 27-July 1
Treasure Hunt! Art Camp Come along with us on this art adventure! We will learn about lost and found treasures. Help us find hidden treasures on islands, in palaces and at many other interesting destinations. Using a variety of art tools, we will create diamonds, lost ships, crowns, pirate portraits and much more! Follow our treasure map to find the FUN!
Week 2: July 5-8
Art Madness Art is everywhere. You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching storms and while relaxing at the beach! Everything we’ll make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. Join us and explore a variety of art techniques while we make connections with science, technology, engineering and math concepts.
Week 3: July 11-15
Ooh Là Là Art Celebrate art that will make everybody say “ooh là là!” You will create with watercolors, modeling compounds, chalk, tempera paints, oil pastels and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles will pop with drawing chalk! A still life will explode onto paper! And oil pastels will inspire lively molas.
MPA Summer Art Camps
Week 4: July 18-22
Hooray for “Clay” Roll, pinch, pat, press, paint and sculpt your way through this creative art camp that features various modeling compounds. While in the process of making 3D art, also learn about art from cultures around the world.
Week 5: July 25-29
Abrakadoodle Art in 3D Learn to make 3D art using wire, modeling compounds, paper and more. We’ll mold, bend, twist, stretch and balance while we design each three-dimensional creation. Learn about amazing sculptors while creating 3D artworks of your own that are dynamic, creative and fun!
Week 6: August 1-5
FAB Art Fun and fabulous is what these artists are all about. Dance into developing spatial awareness while stacking shapes with Antony Gormley’s lively block people. Pablo Picasso’s Blue Period stimulates the imagination and senses with sounds of crumpled paper and paint exploration. Sonia Delaunay’s famous circle painting inspires imaginative printing and shape recognition. Be a FAB artist with these Fun And Beautiful projects!
Week 7: August 8-12
Beach Party Get ready for beach-themed creative fun! Design your own sun visor and create incredible underwater art. Learn about worldfamous sidewalk chalk artist, Julian Beevers. Have fun with spray bottles, sand art, shell designs and more!
2022 Summer Art Camps McLean Project for the Arts 2022 Summer Art Camps will again YEARS offer a variety of imaginative and fun week-long sessions for ages 6-13 that will ignite your child’s creativity! Designed by our professional team of art educators, our integrated curriculum is built around engaging projects encompassing drawing, painting, ceramics and crafts as campers express themselves creatively while developing their knowledge and appreciation of visual arts. Each week’s theme is distinct, thus offering a new experience each session for campers participating in multiple camp weeks, and the opportunity for a sequential exploration of various art principles, techniques and media. Camps will take place in our beautiful Emerson Gallery and DuVal Studio spaces in the McLean Community Center. Both full-day and half-day options are available.
6-13
Full Weeks:
MPA and Abrakadoodle art camps will be following current COVID-19 social distancing guidelines to hold camps in person, per Fairfax County and CDC recommendations.
$295/$270 MCC district residents Week 2: $235/$215 MCC district residents
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MPA Summer Art Camps
Morning Sessions Morning-Friday, 9 a.m.–noon
Week 1: Magical & Mythical Creatures June 27-July 1
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Do you love stories about dragons, fairies, unicorns and other magical and mythical creatures? We will recreate some of these characters in our own imaginative masterpieces! Campers will use color pencils, markers, paint, beads, feathers, special papers and other materials to construct 2D and 3D artworks starring our favorite characters, from literature or from our imaginations.
Week 3: Dynamic Art
Week 2: Fiber with Friends
Week 4: Exploring Color
July 5-8
$208/$196 MCC district residents Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Discover the possibilities of fiber through sculptural and two-dimensional forms. Together campers will survey different forms of fiber elements such as weaving, the craft of friendship bracelets/keychains, tie dying, felt and yarn.
July 11-15
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Art is beyond stagnant processes such as still life. In this camp we will explore the dynamism of art through techniques that focus on motion and fluidity. Campers will engage in projects such as flip books, spin art, art pours and much more.
July 18-22
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Campers will delve into the world of hue, shade, tint, value and intensity. Starting from the “color wheel”, we will draw and drip paint on paper and canvas with colorful layers of paint, oil pastel and collage. We will experiment with different types of 2D printing and use pencil, pen, watercolor, acrylic, tie dye, and mixed media. Learn about exciting artists such as Jackson Pollock and Morris Louis.
Week 5: Hand-Building with Clay July 25-29
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Explore the exciting world of handbuilding with clay. We will also create beautifully decorative patterns with various sculpting tools and stencils and learn a variety of techniques including slab, pinch and coil construction. Campers will take projects home as we are using non-firing clay.
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MPA Summer Art Camps
Week 6: Pop Art August 1-5
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Campers will explore works by “pop” artist Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns, Claes Oldenburg and other artists of the 1960s and 1970s. Campers will then create their own pop art works using found objects, commercial packaging and other everyday commercial symbols. Discover color and composition working from everyday objects using drawing, painting, and collage techniques.
Week 7: Celestial Art August 8-12
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Explore all things planetary and alien during this week of artistic space travel. We will look closely at some of the beautiful and colorful photographs of space. Deriving inspiration from the planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial bodies, create your own intergalactic masterpieces using new techniques like paper marbling and 3D modeling.
Afternoon Sessions Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.
Week 1: Comic Book June 27-July 1
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Delve into the world of comics by making your own books and looking at the work of professional comic book authors. We will learn what works, both from a compositional and storytelling perspective. Campers will look at some of the most famous heroes and villains in comic book history for inspiration. Beginning with pen and ink drawings for our storyboards, you will add sequential and close-up images as part of creating your own exciting comic books.
Week 2: STEAM, Art+Nature July 5-8
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years This camp focuses on the interrelations of art with science, technology, engineering and math. Campers explore nature and biological imagery through watercolor, ink and acrylic. Campers take supervised nature walks into McLean Central Park for plein air sketching sessions of flora and fauna. They also collect leaves, flowers and other natural objects to use in their works.
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MPA Summer Art Camps
Week 3: Under the Sea
July 11-15
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Come explore the aquatic unknown through a variety of creative forms. In this camp, we’ll dive into nautical themes such as animals, mythos, and nature. Campers will work with watercolors, sand, recyclable materials and more throughout the week.
Week 4: Surrealist July 18-22
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years This camp is perfect for campers with large imaginations and creativity, as the surreal art movement is all about creative expression. Students will learn about the Surrealist Movement and look at works by Salvador Dali, Frida Kahlo and other movement pioneers. Campers will create artworks that could only exist in their dreams through 2D and 3D means.
Week 5: Mosaic Art July 25-29
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Stones, tiles and much more! We will explore the art of mosaic, and create awesome geometric designs, and pictures throughout this camp week.
Week 6: Unconventional Creations August 1-5
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Campers will spend this week exploring a wide variety of unique methods in creating works of art. They will have the opportunity to create projects with methods that are different from the usual norm and to be introduced to innovative new methods of creating!
Week 7: Land Before Art August 8-12
Two sessions: 6-8 years, 9-13 years Campers will go far back in time and explore the beginnings of visual art. We’ll discover cave paintings, and learn about prehistoric creatures, while having the opportunity to create our own.
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MPA’s Counselor in Training Program
14-18 YEARS
Monday-Friday, 8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. $395 for each two-week program. Minimum commitment of two weeks required.
MPA’s Counselor in Training (CIT) program has been developed to enrich the experience of older campers at our summer art camps. CITs, chosen by MPA to participate, will experience working with younger children in a day camp setting. This program is designed to encourage teaching and leadership skills. CITs will assist in planning and leading activities for our young campers. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in art, teaching and developing their leadership style under the supervision of MPA’s master faculty. For more information or to apply for a CIT position for MPA’s 2022 Summer Art Camps, please visit MPA’s website, www.mpaart.org.
For Rising 5th-9th Graders
With the end of the school year quickly approaching, there’s no need to worry about keeping your child active and happy this summer. The Old Firehouse’s Summer Camp has you covered with eight weeks of fantastic trips and memorable experiences. Be sure to sign up early as these weeks sell out fast. For your convenience, there are three ways you can register: online, by phone or at the Old Firehouse. Old Firehouse Summer Camp participant contracts should be submitted no later than Friday, June 3, 2022. All other forms and waivers will be sent to parents via email and will also be available at the Old Firehouse prior to the start of camp. Camp will be held Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. On certain trips, the return time will be later, due to the trip location. Trips depart and return to the Old Firehouse Teen Center, 1440 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, Va., 22101. Campers may want to bring additional money each day for snacks and incidentals.
Week 1: June 13-17 8101.122
$460/$410 MCC district residents Monday: Metro Richmond Zoo* Tuesday: Busch Gardens Wednesday: Dave & Buster’s* Thursday: Paddle Boarding** Friday: Indoor Go-Karts* **
Old Firehouse Trips
2022 Summer Camp Trips
Week 2: June 21-24 8102.122
$410/$360 MCC district residents Monday: No Camp, Juneteenth Holiday Tuesday: Kings Dominion Wednesday: Indoor Trampoline* ** Thursday: Philly Food Tour* Friday: Roller Skating & Movie*
Week 3: June 27-July 1 8103.122
$460/$410 MCC district residents Monday: Treetop Zoofari* ** Tuesday: Ultimate Archery* ** Wednesday: White Water Rafting** Thursday: Ocean City, Md. Friday: Laser Tag
Please Note: Trips may change due to weather conditions, location availability or other unforeseeable issues. The Old Firehouse will make every effort to ensure replacement trips are as similar as possible to the trip originally planned.
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Week 4: July 5-8 8104.122
$410/$360 MCC district residents Monday: Independence Day Holiday Tuesday: Speedworld* Wednesday: Dave & Buster’s* Thursday: Funland* Friday: Upscale Bowling & Movie*
Week 5: July 11-15 8105.122
$460/$410 MCC district residents Monday: Urban Air* ** Tuesday: Water Country USA* ** Wednesday: Baseball Game, Soccer Game* Thursday: Catoctin* Friday: Ultimate Archery*
Week 6: July 18-22 8106.122
$460/$410 MCC district residents Monday: Indoor Rock Climbing* ** Tuesday: Schooner Wednesday: Paintball* ** Thursday: Ropes Course* ** Friday: Top Golf & Movie*
Week 7: July 25-29 8107.122
$460/$410 MCC district residents Monday: Laser Tag* Tuesday: Indoor Go Karting* ** Wednesday: Hershey Park Thursday: Chesapeake Beach Water Park Friday: Medieval Times & Movie*
Week 8: August 1-5 8108.122
$460/$410 MCC district residents Monday: Atlantis Waterpark* Tuesday: Turkey Hill Experience & Roller Skating* Wednesday: Dave & Buster’s* Thursday: Richmond Food Tour* Friday: Pinstripes & Movie*
Summer Camp Refund Policy ★ All withdrawals, refunds and cancellation requests MUST be submitted in writing to
registrar@mcleancenter.org. ★ The center will issue a full refund when a camp program is canceled by the center. ★ Requests for withdrawals and/or cancellations received before Friday, April 1, 2022, will receive a full refund. ★ For requests for withdrawals and/or cancellations received after Friday, April 1, 2022, patrons will be charged a $100 processing fee, which will be deducted from the total amount paid. ★ If a replacement can be found to fill the space vacated by the cancellation and/or withdrawal, the $100 processing fee will be refunded to the patron. ★ If a replacement cannot be found, a refund of the processing fee will not be issued.
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