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June 2019 Vol. 30, No. 6

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In This Issue 4 Great Summer Reads 6 Use Street Smarts to Teach Cyber Smarts 7 What Girl Athletes Should Know 8 Don’t Let Speech Delays Thwart Friendships 9 Meet Our CoverKid 10 Stressed Out Teens 12 Give Summer Slide the Slip 13 New Audubon Center Opens 14 Win It! 21 Summer Beach Bargains 24 Day-by-Day Calendar

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5 Events; 7 Health; 9 Special Needs; 13 Education 15 Camp; 29 Child Care; 30 Bulletin Board

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Books

Summer Reading for All Ages The Horn Book’s 2019 Summer Reading List represents some of the best children’s books published this year. Below is one from each reading level.

To see the complete list, go to Metrokids.com/SummerReading.

Picture Books

The Little Guys

By Vera Brosgol (Roaring Brook) The “strongest guys in the whole forest” are the Little Guys — small pastel-colored creatures with acorn-cap hats and stick arms and legs. This presumed root-for-the-underdog story takes a humorously unexpected turn as close observation shows the Little Guys obnoxiously stealing from the other forest animals (“None for you! All for us!”). Brosgol’s jewel-toned mixed-media illustrations are imbued with humor both subtle and exaggerated, enhancing and extending the spare text.

Easy Readers and Primary

Detective Paw of the Law: The Case of Piggy’s Bank, The Case of the Stolen Drumsticks

By Dosh Archer (Whitman) In each of these lively beginning-chapter-book whodunits, Detective Paw, a Hercule Poirot–esque canine, and Patrol Officer Prickles, an action-oriented porcupine employing crime-fighting gadgets, follow the same procedural pattern to solve a robbery (Bank) and a band instrument theft (Drumsticks). Given the illustrations’ visual hints, young readers may well guess the straightforward outcomes, but in doing so they’re also working each case and learning that reading is an active process.

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Middle School

The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge

By M. T. Anderson; illus. by Eugene Yelchin (Candlewick) Historian and diplomat (and spy) Brangwain Spurge has been sent from Elfland to the neighboring goblin kingdom. He befriends his host, goblin archivist Werfel. Unbeknownst to them both, however, their nations are preparing for war. Pen-and-ink illustrations resembling medieval lithographs represent Spurge’s not-always-reliable spy reports; with touches of humor, whimsy, irony, and menace, they’re well suited to both the acerbic wit and the affecting tenderness of Anderson’s prose.

High School

With the Fire on High

By Elizabeth Acevedo (HarperTeen) High school senior Emoni Santiago, an aspiring chef, and her two-yearold daughter live with Emoni’s abuela (grandmother). Emoni signs up for a culinary arts class that culminates in a trip to Spain and she begins to see a path forward, if only she dares follow it. Acevedo (The Poet X) creates beautifully realized characters with complex lives. A few recipes (such as “When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemon Verbena Tembleque”) are interspersed.

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Parenting

8 ways to take old-school lessons about safety and apply them to the modern, online world.

By Richard Bromfield Every parent knows what street smarts means. Teach your child how to cross a street, look both ways, and then look again. Wait, not just for the light to turn red, but for the cars to come to a complete halt. Walk, don’t ride, the bike across a busy road.

Beware of strangers. Keep the door locked and don’t let strangers in. Don’t take candy or rides or anything else from someone you don’t know well.

Think of what’s possible now that complete strangers have unlimited and free access to your child every time he goes online. The strangers who once were locked out on your door stoop can now march right into his life.

Parents aspire to raise children to have street smarts — the skills and know-how to navigate real life — so that they can get along in the real world.

Why shouldn’t your child have the same training and advantage when it comes to technology and the internet?

Here are some tips to get your child’s cyber-smarts going:

Use old-phone rules How to answer

the family telephone was a ritual of street smarts. Never say your parents aren’t home, especially when they’re not — “They’re upstairs. May I take a message?”

By the same logic, teach your children how to recognize and deal with technology and websites that ask for names, addresses and ages. Patiently sit with your child as she comes across requests for personal information. We do not want kids to be afraid of the internet, just aware and careful.

Hold her hand What’s the cyber-smarts equivalent? Sit beside her as she takes her first spins into the internet.

Show her the way and explain it in terms she can follow.

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“How to answer the family telephone was a ritual of street smarts: Never say your parents aren’t home.” By the same logic, teach kids what to do when a website wants a name, address or age.

Let go Just as with the busy street, at some point you let go of your child’s hand and let him run ahead, maybe even round the corner. But stay close and keep watch. Give him space to experiment and learn, but keep a close eye and guide him there.

Lost-proof him I grew up in a suburb of

Boston. My parents taught me how to use buses and trains. They didn’t let me go myself until they were sure I knew how to look up schedules, how to get on and off at stations and bus stops, and knew what to do if I was lost. Your child will stray on the internet; we all do. Under your watchful eyes, let him learn how to recover, get off bad sites, and get back to a home page, safe and sound.

Don’t enable In the old days, the

kids who got “all the good stuff ” — the gas-powered dirt bikes, the go-karts and the pellet guns — were often the ones who found themselves in all kinds of

trouble. The kid who gets the newest game systems, the speediest WiFi and every new video game runs the same risk.

Teach her money sense Help you

child learn to live on the internet without a dime. If she has access to a credit card online, it’s as if a toddler had your ATM PIN: “Wow, all I have to do is press a few keys and a machine spews money.”

Know what he’s doing Keep an eye on your child’s screen use. There’s no reason for young children to use screens behind locked bedroom doors. Cultivate a comfortable presence beside your child at the computer. Perfect flybys. Learn how to balance a respect for privacy for involvement and awareness of what’s going on with your child’s screens.

Be proactive There’s an abundance of wonderful technology, software, and devices out there to enhance your child’s life. You can probably find good stuff, like the best pasta maker or SUV. Apply that vigor and persistence to help research media apps, games and websites worthy of your child.

Technology brings so much that’s good and wondrous to modern life. But children need to learn how to manage it so they can live healthily in the modern world.

Harvard Medical School psychologist Richard Bromfield is author of Cyber-Smarts: Raising Children in a Digital Age.

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By Susan Stopper More girls participate in sports than ever, but amid the excitement of goals scored and records broken researchers have found that they are more vulnerable to certain injuries than boys.

1. More ACL Injuries

Research shows that female athletes suffer anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee injuries, on average, three to four times more often than males. These injuries can happen without contact and are common in sports where players cut and pivot, such as soccer, basketball and lacrosse.

Corinna Franklin, MD, pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at Shriners Hospitals for Children, Philadelphia, and director of the hospital’s FIERCE (Female Initiative: Evaluation and Rehabilitation Care Excellence) program, explains that after puberty there are some anatomical differences in girls, such as weaker hamstrings, that affect how they land and put them at higher risk for an ACL injury.

“If girls strengthen their hamstrings and learn different landing techniques, it can help them lower the risk,” says Franklin.

2. A Triple Threat to Girls

In sports where their appearance or a lower body mass is a benefit, such as dance, distance running and gymnastics, girls may not eat enough to support their athletic exertion. This can lead not only to less energy but menstrual dysfunction and bone loss. This Female Athlete Triad, also known as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), is particularly risky for girls’ long-term musculoskeletal health, since they develop peak bone mass during their late teen years, explains Franklin.

Signs that a girl may not be getting enough nutrition to support her energy output include precipitous weight loss, decrease in performance, interruption of the menstrual cycle, anxiety and stress fractures. Working with a dietitian and doctor can help achieve the right nutrition and exercise balance.

That kind of cross-discipline approach is the hallmark of FIERCE, which has an all-female team of physical therapists, physician assistants, nurses, rehabilitation physician, orthopaedic surgeon, dietitian and biomedical engineer, who can evaluate patients’ range of motion.

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3. Benefits Outweigh Risks

Despite these and other risks of injuries, the benefits of girls’ participation in sports far outweigh the risks. Regular physical activity lowers women’s risk for chronic illnesses — including heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s — and has positive effects on mental health, reports the Women’s Sports Foundation.

In addition, Franklin says, “Participation in sports builds girls’ strength, self-esteem, teamwork and leadership skills.”

If they know the risks and train to mitigate them, girls can have a positive experience.

If an injury does occur, prompt, appropriate treatment can minimize the setback.

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To help girls avoid injury, FIERCE offers free educational programs for small groups and teams of female athletes ages 12 to 18.

They are held at the Philadelphia Shriners Hospital or at a location of the team’s choosing within 35 miles of the hospital. The programs can be tailored to the sport to include risk assessments, injury-prevention tips, nutrition and mental-health discussions.

When an injury does occur, the FIERCE team is not only equipped to get the athlete back on her feet, but does so as part of Shriners’ philosophy of accepting all families regardless of their insurance or resources.

“At Shriners Hospital, we treat everyone the same, regardless of their ability to pay,” says Franklin.

Because every girl deserves the chance to play.

Susan Stopper is a Pennsylvania-based freelance writer.

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SpecialKids

Children with speech delays might find it hard to make friends.

Here’s how parents can help.

By Suzi Morales For children with speech delays, communication is an added challenge to making friends.

Amanda V., a Newark, DE mom whose son has a rare chromosomal abnormality and apraxia of speech, says she helped smooth the way when he was younger. For example, he loved to play tag and before a game started she would explain to the others how “he has a hard time talking but understands everything you say.”

Here are some other ways to help a child with special needs make friends.

Seek common interests

Encourage your child to find friends who enjoy the same things he does.

Trish Mayro, a speech language pathologist and clinical supervisor at the Speech Language Institute of Salus University in Elkins Park, PA, says programs where kids work on a “shared mission” can help children with speech delays interact with others. For instance, groups like Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts and karate lessons encourage social skills, with a leader that shows them what to do.

Consider a support group or camp for kids with similar challenges. Mayro recalls that her daughter, who has epilepsy, returned from a camp for kids with epilepsy with a new feeling of empowerment.

Support groups outside of school can also help a child know he’s not alone, says Eileen Kennedy-Moore, a Princeton area psychologist and author of books including Kid Confidence: Help Your Child Make Friends, Build Resilience, and Develop Real Self-Esteem.

However, it is important to remember that the child’s disability “is not the most interesting or important thing about” him or should not be the basis for all of his friendships.

Start with at-home play dates

Once your child identifies a classmate with a common interest, she can invite her for a one-on-one play date at your home. “Learn to practice things on your home turf,” says Mayro. “It’s a safe place.”

Have your child offer a choice of activities, Kennedy-Moore recommends, and be ready to step in with a snack or other distraction if things get awkward.

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Role play in advance

A child who has difficulties with communication might find it hard to respond when someone says something mean. Coach her to respond with a short word or phrase instead of trying to explain herself or be mean in return. Retorts like “so what” and “whatever” are classics for a reason. Or help her practice a nonsense response like “You’re such a niff-naff ” for a silly way to diffuse more difficult interactions.

Practice even friendly interactions in advance too. “A lot of conversation is pretty formulaic,” Kennedy-Moore notes. For example, a child can answer “How are you?” with “Great,” plus one fact.

Be proactive

Check with your child’s therapists and teachers through the year about how other students interact with him. Liz Lucas, clinical instructor at the Communication and Science Disorders Department of the University of Delaware, recommends speech therapists accompany the child to an art or gym class, where students more often engage socially.

Step back

Amanda’s son, now 11, recently attended his class banquet. Amanda went with him, but once he was comfortable, she stood back while he spent time with his friends. “I kind of let him do his own thing.”

Friendship is one of the few areas where children can have autonomy. Adults should “facilitate but not take over,” according to Kennedy-Moore. “Friendship belongs to children.”

Suzi Morales is a New Jersey freelance writer.

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Meet Our CoverKid

Photo by Bev Michel Photography.

Five-year-old Maggie C. of New Castle, DE is this month’s CoverKid and, as you can see, she’s pretty excited for summer.

That’s for good reason, mind you; one of her favorite things to do is go to the shore and ride a boat out to the sandbars.

She is just a sea-loving little girl, who counts crabs and sushi among her favorite foods (and, of course, pizza).

Still, every summer must end and her mom, Amy, says that Maggie is excited to start kindergarten in the fall. With autumn also comes the return of another football season, so Maggie can root for her beloved Eagles.

“She loves the Philadelphia Eagles,” says mom. “It was the theme of her fourth birthday party.”

Growing up is a long time off, but Maggie already has a career in mind, with a very adult logic.

“Maggie said when she grows up she wants to be a dentist,” mom says, “because they don’t work weekends.”

Already, she understands work-life balance!

Have fun at the beach this summer, Maggie.

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Health

Some stress makes them resilient. Here’s how to help when it goes too far.

By Terri Akman Students today often find themselves on a virtual treadmill. They take the hardest courses and get involved with multiple extra-curricular activities and community-service projects in hopes they will improve their shot to get into the best school.

With final exams on the horizon, followed by a summer of college visits or enrichment classes to burnish their resumes, the pressure rises with the temperature.

The challenge for parents is to know when their children’s stress is healthy, when it is harmful, and how to help them manage their anxiety.

Parents can’t control all the external factors that stress their kids, but they can remove some irons from the fire.

“Parents can help their students narrow down their interests and really focus on what they enjoy,” says Beth Mikolajcyk, DeMasi Middle School counselor, in Evesham Township, NJ. “Don’t just add another class or activity without consideration for the child’s need for unstructured time.

“It’s okay to say no to an invitation to give your child some free time.”

Healthy stress

One of first things to recognize is that not all stress is bad.

“Particularly for kids and adolescents, a certain amount of early, challenging stressful experiences can help their bodies and minds become more resilient, particularly later in life,” says Jason Lewis, psychologist at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and assistant psychologist for University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. “Stress operates the body’s alarm system that produces the fight,

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flight or freeze mechanism, so when our body’s feeling stress, it produces chemicals that can help brain communication, motivate us into action and help with memory, performance and the immune system.”

Parents need to teach a child how to cope with stress, says Mikolajcyk. “I want children to develop their own coping mechanisms for stress so that when they become adults they have ways to manage their stress level.”

It’s easy to feel as a parent that you want to swoop in and fix the problem.

Instead, validate their feelings, says Cami Winkelspecht, PhD, pediatric psychologist at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. “Ask how you can best support them. Sometimes kids just want to talk about it.”

“I want children to develop their own coping mechanisms for stress so that when they become adults they have ways to manage their stress level.”

— Counselor Beth Mikolajcyk

Signs of excessive stress

Certain signs indicate the pressure has gone too far and parents need to intervene. Here’s what to look for: • More tired than usual • More headaches, stomachaches, colds or viral infections • More sad, anxious or annoyed • More nervous about assignments • A decline in grades • Avoidance of social events • Change in appetite, focus or concentration “Parents know their child best and what they would typically do in a situation,” says Winkelspecht. “If they see changes in what would be typical, those can be warning signs.”

How to help

Talk, Talk, Talk — Talk to them and then

talk some more, says Mikolajcyk. “Tell them about how you respond to stress and what coping methods you find successful,” she says. Explain your concern, says Winkelspecht. “Help them understand that you’ve seen some changes with how they usually act and that you’re worried about them,” she adds.

Show the Way — Remember that your

children always watch and model your behavior. “If the parents do a good job to cope with stress and are proactive to help themselves, it’s more likely for the teens to do it also,” says Lewis.

Get Physical — Encourage your child to

engage in physical activities. Especially for teenagers who tend to manage their stress with social media, video games or other sedentary activities, to get them physically active can make a big difference, says Lewis. Relaxation activities, including yoga or meditation, can also be helpful.

Be Social, Not Sleepy — Social interac-

tions and hobbies, even if they include a limited amount of social media or video games, can also be helpful. But make sure they don’t interfere with their sleep; getting enough sleep is vital.

Have the Drug Talk — It’s important to talk to your child about drugs during times of stress. “Lots of people will use substances to cope or manage stressors in their lives, whether it’s caffeine, drugs or alcohol,” says Lewis.

Seek Help — When there are severe or significant symptoms of depression, such as thoughts of suicide or self harm, like cutting, parents need to take action, says Lewis. That includes professional help through your child’s doctor, a mentalhealth professional or a crisis center.

Terri Akman is a contributing writer to MetroKids.

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Education

8 ways to keep your kids from unlearning this summer.

By Tanni Haas Do your kids seem a little less ready for school after each summer break? If so, don’t worry. They’re far from alone.

It’s a common experience known as the summer learning slide. Research shows that kids typically lose the equivalent of a month’s worth of learning during the summer break and it gets worse as they get older.

What can parents do to avoid the slide? Here are eight activities that have worked for my 15-year-old son, and I bet they’ll help your kids too.

Read books regularly

Since my son learned to read, we’ve had him read one fiction and one nonfiction book every other week to keep his reading and comprehension skills at grade level. It is summer after all, so instead of assigning him books, like he’s used to from school, we let him choose what to read.

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Keep a vacation journal

We take at least one big family vacation every summer. Ever since my son was very young we’ve had him keep a daily journal to write about what we did that day. It’s been a great way to keep his writing skills up-to-date and document his childhood.

Email family and friends To strengthen my son’s writing skills, we also have him email family and friends, especially those we don’t get to see much.

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Teenagers prefer texts, but we insist on emails because, as every parent knows, texts are usually full of broken sentences, odd grammar and spelling mistakes.

likes quiz apps, which, like the board game Trivial Pursuit, aim to develop kids’ general knowledge.

Visit museums

Museum visits are a great way to acquaint your kids with the arts, history and natural science. Even a visit to your town’s museum to learn about its history can be surprisingly fun. (To find museums near you, go to MetroKids.com/PlacestoVisit.)

Play (smart) board games

In the evening, whether on vacation or at home, we play math games like Monopoly or spelling games like Scrabble.

The key is to focus on the fun part — the competition — rather what they can learn. If you do that, the lessons happen automatically.

Watch (quality) movies

Aside from a board game or two, we also watch movies in the evening. With all the streaming services available, it’s not hard to find a documentary or feature film, which also happens to be educational.

Movies are fun ways to learn about other time periods, cultures and current events.

Educational apps

Although we try to make our son’s summer activities as social as possible, we also indulge his interest in anything technological and allow him to download all the educational apps he wants. He really

Take nature trips

We try to spend as much time as possible outdoors in the summer.

One of the most educational and fun things you can do with your kids is to go into nature and learn about the animal life. Try the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove in Aububon, PA, which has 175 acres with birding and hiking trails, including the new Fledgling Trail for kids. A new museum opens this month with hands-on exhibits. (To find nature centers near you, go to MetroKids.com/ Nature.)

Tanni Haas, PhD, is a professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Sciences, and Disorders at the City University of New York – Brooklyn College.

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John James Audubon dedicated his life to studying and documenting the incredible spectrum of American birds and their natural habitats. Beginning in June, visitors to Audubon’s former Montgomery County estate will be able to immerse themselves into the world of birds and the conservation movement Audubon inspired with a new interactive destination.

The brand new 18,000-square-foot John James Audubon Center museum at Mill Grove, a Montgomery County historic site, provides experiences to engage with the natural world of birds and connect with Audubon — the man, the organization and the mission — through the use of both modern technology, interactive experiences, and historic artifacts.

bird songs in different habitats. Take a close look at feathers and nests and learn why not all eggs are shaped the same. Take Flight as you discover how birds’ wings work and trace the migration patterns of your favorite flock via a digital flyway map.

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Learn how the organization that bears the artist’s name — National Audubon Society — has become synonymous with bird conservation throughout the Americas.

Exhibits about the Seabird Restoration Program and Project Puffin illustrate Audubon’s pioneering work in saving and conserving rare and endangered species.

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The John James Audubon Center museum was funded by Montgomery County in partnership with the National Audubon Society. Learn more at johnjames.audubon.org.

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(Mill Grove grounds are open year-round, dawn – dusk.)

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Each visitor will receive a colored wristband, representing a specific bird and simulating the process of Bird Banding in migration research. Throughout the exhibits, follow your bird to learn specific traits and characteristics.

bird must take to successfully leave the nest. The Fledgling Trail will also include a sensory garden and ADA-accessible play areas.

Drawn From Nature

John Audubon was dedicated to painting every bird in North America, resulting in the now world-renowned body of work of 435 images known as The Birds of America. Visitors can view one of the few surviving first editions of The Birds of America and a life-size digital version will captivate guests as they browse featured species.

Admission: Adult – $14, Seniors (65+) – $12 Youth (ages 6 – 17) – $10 Children (age 5 or younger) & Active Military (along with immediate family members) – Free.

Admission includes entrance to the new museum, the daily tour of the Historic House and access to the Fledgling Trail.

Photo credit: Luke Franke/Audubon

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This outdoor installation is a playful take on a bird’s life from egg to flight. Children of all ages can experience simulated milestones for a baby bird. From “hatching” out of an oversized egg to feeling the sway of a “tree” and the first “flight,” visitors will discover the steps that a baby

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With all the free time summer brings, you’ll need new ways to keep the kids busy. Boost their problem-solving skills with Exit: The Forbidden Castle. Featuring all the intensity of an escape room, the board game calls on players to solve a series of riddles and puzzles that lead to freedom. (Thames & Kosmos;10+; $14.95) Log on to MetroKids.com/winit and enter to win your favorite prize, beginning June 1. Prizes will be mailed by the provider to the address given on the entry form.

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Camp Lee Mar

“A Special Camp for Special Kids”

In 2018 Camp Lee Mar celebrated its 66th season – a real milestone!

Camp Lee Mar actually celebrated a number of milestones in 2018.

Ari Segal, the camp’s owner/director, celebrated his 26th season.

Academic coordinator Laura Leibowitz celebrated her 36th and assistant director Lynsey Trohoske celebrated her 21st. Wow! Camp Lee Mar’s unique program combines all the fun traditional camp activities – basketball, kickball, boating & fishing, soccer, arts & crafts – with academics, speech & daily living skills. Camp Lee Mar also has a therapeutic horseback riding program, a Zip Line and overnight trips. The facilities are exceptional, highlighted by the super-popular Junior Olympic heated pool and air-conditioned buildings (including cabins).

Camp Lee Mar holds many special events each summer: the 4th of July celebration, Western Night, Hawaiian Night, Carnival Day and Olympics, to name just a few.

The senior division campers talk all year about Social Dance, which we have every weekend, followed by the Senior Fling (Prom), which takes place in early August.

4 years ago, we launched the Lee Mar L.I.F.E. Program (Living Independently Functional Education). It was a huge success and we again expect a waiting list in 2019.

The hallmark of Lee Mar’s program is an incredible, nurturing staff, all dedicated to working with children with special needs. Camp Lee Mar is truly “A special camp for special kids.”

• 9:00am-3:00pm daily • Early drop off/Late pick available • Grades K-4 or 5-12 • Weekly themes inspired by the best of Broadway and Movies Pick one week or pick a few to plan your childcare, or cure your child’s summer boredom!

Ann Pinto McCarney, Founder/Artistic Director

LIMELIGHT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

319 Westtown Rd., Suite W•West Chester, PA 19382

www.limepac.com • 610-THE-LIME At West Chester Summer Stage kids learn just what they are capable of when performing in a full-scale musical after just 3 weeks of rehearsal.

Rising Stars: 2nd grade+ Mainstagers: 7th grade+ July 8th- July 26th (M-F) 9am-3pm Broadway Babies: Preschool-1st grade July 8th-July 19th (M-F) 9am-12pm•12pm-3pm

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319 Westtown Rd., Suite W•West Chester, PA 19382

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Camp for Creative Arts, Technology, Sports, Swimming and more!

1405 Twining Road • Dresher, PA 19025 • 215-657-3388 •2 - 11 Week Sessions

• Door to Door Transportation • Extended Hours Available

• Non-consecutive wks avail. • Certified Teaching Staff & Nurse • Pre-School Enrichment Camp • Air Conditioned Buildings • Great Camper/Staff Ratio • Teen Quest Program

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Instruments, Rock and Jazz Bands, Theater, Art, Ceramics, Yoga, Robotics, Dance, Fashion Design, Voice , Photography, Pastry Arts, Creative Writing, Computer Animation, Film Making, Strategy Games, Science, Rocketry, Nature, Swim, Archery, Sports and More!

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Thrilling adventures are in store for children at summer camps throughout the Delaware Valley in 2019! This camp directory includes an ample array of choices for all abilities, ages and interests.

Navigate the directory by focusing on your preferences for: • Geographic area: Camps are grouped by county & outlying areas.

• Category: Each description is prefaced by camp type — day, program, residential, special needs or travel.

• Special features: See the key at the bottom of the page.

Find a searchable version at MetroKids.com/camps.

Contact camps to express interest and mention you saw their listing in MetroKids.

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Engineering for Kids Multiple Locations 215-559-9233 greaterphila@ engineeringforkids.com Engineeringforkids.com/ greaterphila

DAY Engineering For Kids brings science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to kids in a fun and challenging way through camps, classes and parties. We are proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. Please use METRO10 for $10 Off during registration while registering for Shipley location. For All other locations please contact us via email for $10 mail-in discount.

Delaware County Christian School Summer Programs 905 S. Waterloo Rd., Devon, PA summer@dccs.org dccs.org/summer

DAY Are you ready for your best summer yet? At DC Summer Programs campers will experience new activities, make new friends and be surrounded by caring staff members, well equipped to engage your child’s interests every day!

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Kimberton Waldorf School Summer Camp 410 West Seven Stars Rd. Phoenixville, PA 19460 admissions@kimberton.org kimberton.org

DAY Summer days filled with creek adventures, arts, crafts, creative play, picnics, woodland explorations, games, water play and fun. Our beautiful campus provides a wholesome environment where children can experience the wonders of nature and create memories to last a lifetime.

NEW Limelight Performing Arts 319 Westtown Rd, Suite W West Chester, PA 19382 610-843-5463 limepac.com

DAY Limelight’s theatre camp hours are 9:00am-3:00pm daily with early drop off and late pick available at an additional cost.

Children grades K-4 or 5-12 choose weekly themes inspired by the best of Broadway and Movies – like Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, Disney, School of Rock, Harry Potter, The Greatest Showman and many, many more! Pick one week or pick a few to plan your childcare, or cure your child’s summer boredom!

CAMP LIMELIGHT instructors are skilled in the theatre world and these weeks are built to educate and entertain all children who are new or experienced in the performing arts.

Academy of Notre Dame de Namur 560 Sproul Rd. Villanova, PA 610-687-0650 Ndapa.org/summercamp

DAY Notre Dame summer programs include dance, science, rowing, and sports camps for middle and high school girls.

Discover, explore, create, and have fun!

Benchmark School Summer Camp 2107 N. Providence Rd. Media, PA; 610-565-3741 Admissions@benchmarkschool.org Benchmarkschool.org

DAY Language Arts Instruction & Recreation Day Camp for children entering grades 1-6. 5 weeks: July 1 to August 2.

The program places an emphasis on developing executive function skills, self-esteem and confidence, as well as design thinking in our new Innovation Lab. Swimming, science, art, sports and a confidence ropes course included; individual math tutoring available. SN

Community Arts Center — Summer Spree 414 Plush Mill Rd. Wallingford, PA; 610-566-1713 CommunityArtsCenter.org

DAY Summer Spree is an arts camp for ages 4-17, offering visual art, music, outdoor fun and special activities. Half- or full-day options during one-week sessions, June through Aug. Experience the power of art in a magical place.

Darlington Arts Center Summer Camp 977 Shavertown Rd. Garnet Valley, PA 610-358-3632 info@darlingtonarts.org Darlingtonarts.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM The learning doesn’t stop when school is out! Creative kids ages 3-14 are inspired to keep creating throughout the summer and express themselves through the visual and performing arts. Music, Visual Art, Dance, and Drama. The Arts are Everywhere! Explore all 4 art-forms with a different theme each week. Arts-intensive camps are also availSN able. Download a brochure and register online!

Friends School Haverford Camp 851 Buck Ln., Haverford, PA 610-642-2334, ext. 122 Friendshaverford.org

DAY Summer day camp for ages 3 yrs. to 8 yrs. Full-day program filled with arts & crafts, sports, games and nature exploration. Two-week sessions available from July 22-Aug. 23.

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ESF Summer Camps Multiple Locations in Chestnut Hill, Haverford, Chester Springs, & Newtown Sq. 1-800-529-CAMP esfcamps.com Info@esfcamps.com

DAY ESF’s award-winning traditional, sports and specialty camps for ages 3-15, combine Education, Sports & Fun and offer 60+ activities for every interest. PA locations in Haverford, Newtown Square, Chester Springs, and Chestnut Hill.

Join us for an Open House. Enroll online today!

Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania 330 Manor Rd. Headquarters: Miquon, PA Gsep.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM, RESIDENTIAL Nobody does camp like Girl Scouts! Want to build exploding volcanoes, learn survival techniques like Katniss or whip up new recipes over a campfire? GSEP has got you covered. We’ve got four resident and three day camps that are open to all girls — let camp be ACA SN your first Girl Scouts experience!

iD Tech Held at 150 Prestigious Campus Locations 1-888-709-8324 iDTech.com

DAY iD Tech is the world leader in STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999. Summer programs for ages 7-19 are held at 150 prestigious campuses including Stanford, NYU, HKU, and Imperial College London. Students build in-demand skills for futures in coding, game development, robotics, and design. Visit iDTech.com.

Temple University Summer Education Camps 580 Meetinghouse Rd. Temple University Ambler; Ambler, Center City, Main Campus 267-468-8500 Temple.edu/summer/youthcamps

DAY Temple University offers Summer Education Camps for youth ages 8 to 17. June, July & August at Ambler and Main campus. Camps include: Robotics, Art and Drawing, Forensic Science, Theater, Minecraft & more. Visit us on the web at temple.edu/summer/youthcamps

Camp Onas 609 Geigel Hill Rd. Ottsville, PA 610-847-5858 Camponas.org

RESIDENTIAL Camp Onas, the Quaker camp in Bucks Cty., PA, is for all kids ages 8-13. Campers live & play in a friendly, diverse community, choosing their own activities from a complete camp program. 2- & 4- week sessions. Special 1-week sessions for first-time campers ages 7 & 8. ACA

Main Line Art Center 746 Panmure Rd. Haverford, PA; 610-525-0272 info@mainlineart.org mainlineart.org

George School Day Camp 1690 Newtown Langhorne Rd. Newtown, PA 215-579-6500 Gsdaycamp.org

DAY Summer is better with Friends! Voted Best Day Camp in Bucks County three years in a row, GSDC is open to boys and girls ages 4 to 14. From archery to arts, swimming to ziplining and everything in between GSDC gives campers experiences and opportunities like none other. Lunch is CIT provided daily!

DAY At the 2019 Main Line Art Center Summer Art Camp, Pre-teen and Teen studios, “Beyond the Page: The Art of Books,” books and art collide each week as campers explore stories, authors, artists and illustrators from the literary world. Creativity and imagination abound during our summer of creative exploration!

Radnor Day Camp Radnor Elementary School 20 Matsonford Rd., Wayne, PA 19087 Recreation@radnor.org radnor.com/RDC

DAY Radnor Day Camp (RDC) is a traditional summer camp experience for children entering grades 1-9. Planned activities include swimming, arts & crafts, performing arts, sports & games, special events and traditions, field trips, and much more!

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Kids U! at Delaware Valley University 700 E. Butler Ave. Doylestown, PA delval.edu/kidsu2019

DAY Our Kids U! one-week specialty camps and academies feature science, digital arts, robotics, engineering, equine and more! Kids and teens ages 5 to 18 will have fun designing apps, working in a lab, interacting with animals, programming robots, building their own business and other exciting activities!

Summer Camp at The School in Rose Valley 20 School Ln. Rose Valley, PA 610-566-1088 summercamp@theschoolinrosevalley.org Theschoolinrosevalley.org/ summer

DAY Children ages 3–14 thrive at SRV’s Summer Camp on our beautiful 9.5 acre, wooded campus. Weekly themes guide indoor & outdoor activities that include daily swim lessons, pool games, and free swim in our on-site pools, archery, art, woodshop, sports, dance, nature, drama, music, cooking, and more! Preschool program offers flexible enrollment, older children design their days doing activities they love, and teens participate in the Counselor-In-Training Leadership Program. Two minutes from Media, PA.

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Key: Extended hours Offers financial aid Part-day or part-week sessions Provides transportation ACA: ACA-accredited CIT: Counselor-in-training program SN: Some special needs may be accommodated

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French for Fun

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150 North Highland Avenue • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 (610) 667-1284 • www.frenchschoolphila.org

Providing a comprehensive academic program for children in grades 1-8 who have been identified as having dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning differences.

For children from 4 to 12 years old—no prior knowledge of French needed!

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SuperCamp, Villanova University 800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova, PA 19085 info@SuperCamp.com supercamp.com/MetroKids

RESIDENTIAL SuperCamp sets out to instill lifelong learning skills that build motivation, confidence and leadership skills in your student. At SuperCamp, students meet lifelong friends and gain skills that help them grow throughout camp and their everyday lives. Enroll now!

The Grayson School 35 N. Malin Rd. Broomall, PA 19008 enrichment@thegraysonschool.org TheGraysonSchool.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM MISSION TO MARS: How will we get there and survive? Collaborate with fellow scientists to overcome the perils of space and reach Mars. We will launch rockets, engineer a rover, conduct experiments, and train for your mission like an astronaut.

Young People’s Theatre Workshop (YPTW): Theatre Arts Summer Overnight Camp at Eastern University 363 Radford Ct. Glen Mills, PA 610-558-0988; yptw.org

DAY, RESIDENTIAL Overnight camp for ages 11-18 at Eastern University June 23-28, 2019. Classes include musical comedy, Shakespeare, improv, monologues, dance characterization auditions, showtunes. Air-conditioned dorms, good food, experienced staff of professional educators.

AIM Academy Summer Enrichment Program 1200 River Rd. Conshohocken, PA 215-483-2461 summer@aimpa.org Aimpa.org

DAY Explore STEAM activities and reinforce essential skills in reading, writing, math and college prep in a creative and dynamic enrichment environment. Campers enjoy opportunities to imagine, invent and play as well as three hours of daily SN literacy and academic instruction.

Bala House Montessori Summer Camp 27 Conshohocken State Rd. Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-664-6767 admissions@ balahouse.org Balahouse.org

DAY, PROGRAM Fun, yet stimulating experience for first time campers. Flexible schedules and convenient hours (8am5:45pm) for ages 3-6. Choose individual weeks as needed.

Weekly art, gymnastics and Soccer Shots classes complement our small, nurturing environment. Storytellers, petting zoos & museums visit camp. Our beautiful wooded campus and well-equipped playground are the perfect backdrop for summer fun.

Blue Bell Camp Box 444 Blue Bell, PA 19422 215-646-4444 Info@bluebellcamp.net bluebellcamp.net

DAY Providing a traditional day camp experience since 1946.

Boys and Girls 4 to 11 years old. Mature, adult staff made up entirely of professional certified school teachers and coaches.

Campers learn over 20 activities (athletic and creative).

Burn Brae Day Camp of Creative Arts (Camp for the Arts, Technology, Swim, Sports and More!)

1405 Twining Rd. Dresher, PA 215-657-3388 info@burnbraedaycamp.com Burnbraedaycamp.com

DAY Celebrating 38 years of friendships, confidence-building, fun and exploration for boys and girls ages 3-15. A huge variety of indoor and outdoor activities on our beautiful, spacious setting. A/C buildings, centrally located. Nurturing, non-competitive environment, no bully zone. Campers ages 7-15 create their own schedules according to their interests. Ages 3-6 have the opportunity to try everything in a well-rounded schedule. Pick and choose from 2-11 week sessions with non-consecutive weeks available. Experienced, caring and professional certified teaching staff. 5 to 1 camper/staff ratio.

Academic tutoring available. Door to door transportation.

Early and late care. Registered Nurse on-site.

Camp Kef 45 Haverford Rd. Kaiserman JCC Wynnewood, PA 610-896-7770, ext. 123 kaisermancamp@phillyjcc.com Phillyjcc.com/camp/camp-kef/

DAY Camp Kef at the Kaiserman JCC is a full-service traditional day camp packed with fun (kef). Campers have opportunities to add special programs onto their camp experience. Swim every day. Art, drama, sports and all new CIT SN specialists highlight each week.

Camp MELC Multiple Locations, PA 610-617-4550 info@melc.org Melc.org

DAY If you’re looking for a neighborhood camp with a lot of activities, Camp MELC is for you! 50+ years of experience.

Your child’s summer will be filled with art, science and sport activities, air-conditioned settings and field trips. For ages 5-12, we offer three 3-week sessions, and our tuition rates include a 10-hour camp day and field trips. Wynnewood, Plymouth Meeting, Pottstown. CIT

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Camp Pegasus 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy 610-649-1080 ext. 3 info@camppegasus.com camppegasus.com

DAY Camp Pegasus, in Bryn Mawr, PA, is a co-ed day camp for 6- to 16-year olds struggling with social-cognitive deficits.

By weaving together social skills techniques, creative-art therapies and traditional camp activities, kids with/without diagnoses like ADHD, Asperger’s, HFA, improve social competency and increase self-esteem. SN

Center School’s Summer Program 2019 2450 Hamilton Ave. Abington, PA 215-657-2200 mstalker@centerschoolpa.org Centerschoolpa.org

PROGRAM Center School’s Summer Learning and Enrichment Program provides students with academic and recreational opportunities to develop and maintain skills, practice effective learning strategies, and increase abilities.

Help your child realize their potential this summer! For students in grades 1-8. July 8, 2019 to August 2, 2019.

Cheltenham Center for the Arts 439 Ashbourne Rd. Cheltenham 215-379-4660 education@cheltenhamarts.org Cheltenhamarts.org

DAY Summer Art Camp is the best place to explore your creativity. Kids ages 5-12 will experience the fun of drawing, painting, theatre and clay every day! Weekly swimming trips are included as well as guest artists throughout the summer.

Teens ages 13-16 are offered a more in-depth art experience focusing on ceramics, painting/drawing printmaking and other special topics in our Teen Summer Studio. Sessions June 17-Aug. 23, 2019. Come for one week or for the whole summer! Call today for details!

Coventry Christian Schools Summer Day Camp 699 N. Pleasantview Rd. Pottstown, PA Kellyconicelli@educatingforlife.com CoventryChristian.com

DAY, PROGRAM, TRIP Ten weeks of exciting field trips, weekly swimming, & fun activities! Kiddie Campers have weekly splash days and themed activities. Schedules are flexible, allowing 5 days or less, with Extended Care from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Elmwood Park Zoo Camp 1661 Harding Blvd.

Norristown, PA 610-277-3825 ext. 236 camp@elmwoodparkzoo.org Epzcamps.com

DAY, PROGRAM Children ages 6-11 will explore habits and daily lives of some of the zoo’s wild residents. Each weeklong camp includes a lot of learning and fun, with crafts, stories, snacks, animal visitors, and in-depth tours of the zoo. Regular summer zoo events and shows are incorporated into camp each week. The 2019 season will also feature half-day camps for ages 3-5.

Flourtown Swim Club & Day Camp 1528 Bethlehem Pike Flourtown, PA; 215-836-1429 dcollins@flourtownswimclub.net Flourtownswimclub.net

DAY A traditional summer day camp with Educational Leadership, the Flourtown Summer Day Camp is designed to give every child a positive experience with lifelong memories.

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French for Fun c/o French International School of Philadelphia 150 N. Highland Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-667-1284 info@efiponline.com Frenchschoolphila.org/ summer-camp/

DAY The French for Fun Summer Camp caters to children aged 4 to 10 and offers activities, workshops and field trips, all supervised by certified teachers from the French International School of Philadelphia.

Friends’ Central School Summer Programs 1101 City Line Ave. Wynnewood, PA 610-645-5132 kclayton@friendscentral.org Fcsprograms.org

DAY, PROGRAM Our families say it best: The children always have a positive experience. The multitude of activity options keep the children interested and engaged. Our children look forward to attending camp each summer. Who doesn’t go to FCS? They’re missing out!

Frog Hollow Racquet Club 2115 Weber Rd. Lansdale, PA 610-584-5502 Frogtennis.com

DAY Frog Hollow’s Tennis Camp is an exceptional place for children to learn tennis, meet friends and make memories!

Frog Hollow has a camp for all levels and all ages: Tadpoles Camp (ages 3 and 4), Kids Club (ages 5-10), Top Spinners Camp (ages 11-13) or a Competitive Training Camp (ages14 – 18) for High School and Middle School players looking to advance on their team ladder. Invitational camp is available for sectionally and nationally ranked tournament players.

Sign up for a week or the entire summer, for full day or half day (tadpoles camp is 1 hour per day). Camp runs June September; weekly sign ups and extended day are available.

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Key: Extended hours Offers financial aid Part-day or part-week sessions Provides transportation ACA: ACA-accredited CIT: Counselor-in-training program SN: Some special needs may be accommodated

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Germantown Academy Day Camp and Summer Programs 340 Morris Rd. Ft. Washington, PA 267-405-7321 summer@gacamp.org Gacamp.org

DAY, PROGRAM, RESIDENTIAL Germantown Academy offers children ages 3 to 16 an amazing all-around day camp experience, instructional sports camps with GA coaches, and specialized camps in the arts, sciences, and technology at the CIT school’s beautiful campus in Fort Washington.

Hideaway Day Camp 3471 Arcola Rd. Collegeville, PA 610-489-2191 Hideawaydaycamp.com

DAY The true camp experience. Coed program for ages 4-14 on 72 beautiful acres near Valley Forge. Fishing, canoeing, archery, swimming, equestrian, sports, arts & crafts and ropes adventure course with rock wall.

Miquon Day Camp 2025 Harts Ln., Conshohocken, PA 267-240-4456 campdirector@miquon.org Miquon.org/camp

DAY At Miquon, children experience summer the way it used to be - when kids had freedom to play, explore and experience the great outdoors. Located on a wooded campus just outside NW Philadelphia, Miquon offers children that camp experience of yesteryear. ACA CIT

Pathway School, The 162 Egypt Rd. Jeffersonville, PA 610-277-0660 dphifer@pathwayschool.org Pathwayschool.org

DAY Have fun at our 6-week summer program which provides authentic learning experiences through hands-on activities and exciting field trips. SN

Ramah Day Camp Eileen Graub, Ass’t Dir. 7601 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 215-885-8556 eileeng@ramahpoconos.org

DAY Ramah Day Camp is a fun and dynamic summer camp experience for children in PreK (4 yrs.) through 7th grade with an experiential CIT program for 8th-10th graders. Sports, swim, arts, ropes course, garden, specialty programming & more take place in an enriching Jewish environment. June 20-Aug. 10, 2018.

Special needs inclusion program. Transportation, lunch, extended CIT SN care options and scholarship available.

Riverbend Exploration Day Camp 1950 Spring Mill Rd. Gladwyne, PA 610-527-5234 Riverbendeec.org

DAY Riverbend’s camp is the perfect place for the science and nature lover in your family! Riverbend campers will embark on outdoor adventures that spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and inspire scientific investigation and discovery.

Professional staff will introduce your child to the many wonders of the natural world through exploration, hands-on activities, hikes, science experiments, and much more.

Weekly sessions, from June 10th to August 30th, are available for children ages 3-11. In addition to our traditional Exploration Camps, adventure-packed Navigator Camps are also offered for ages 10-13. New for 2019, Riverbend is offering Navigators Leadership Academy for kids ages 11-14. For more information, please visit our website. CIT

Summer Dance Camps at Pottstown Dance Theatre 72 W. Main St., Pottstown, PA 610-323-2569 Michelle@pottstowndance.com Pottstowndance.com

DAY Dance Camps for ages three to adult. Learn from a degreed international faculty. Call for details about the themes we offer. Study at the only dance school in the region chosen to perform in London during the 2012 Olympic Games!

Ursinus College Summerburst Camps 601 East Main St. Collegeville, PA ursinus.edu/summer/

DAY Fun, safe and challenging collegiate-level instruction at Ursinus College’s exceptional athletic facilities. We place an emphasis on fundamentals, skill development, and team play for beginners through advanced players in 15 different sports. Plus, unique academic enrichment programs taught by area experts PHILADELPHIA

Discovery Camp at The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St., Philadelphia PA 19103 Discovery.camp@fi.edu fi.edu/summer-camp/

DAY Discovery Camp combines the best of your favorite visit to The Franklin Institute with the adventures of summer camp.

Campers get to explore exhibits and take part in hands-on activities, all while fostering a community of young people who love science.

Early Childhood Environments 762 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-380-6633

DAY Early Childhood Environments Bi-lingual Art and Academic Enrichment Camp welcomes campers ages 3-11 from all over to join the fun. Our camp offers a unique blend of fun hands-on art and learning activities that stimulate growth and creativity. Each week children learn about new artists and explore distant lands and a variety of cultures through their art and cooking activities. They work on 3-D art projects that reflect world cultures and the diversity of our planet and learn new techniques in painting, drawing, and sculpting with clay, as well as music and dance! Campers take weekly field trips to museums and cultural institutions, bowling and the aquarium! We provide breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack.

Gwendolyn Bye Dance Center 3611 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-7633 Gbyedance.org

DAY, PROGRAM June 24-Aug. 2, 2019. Performing Arts Summer Camp: A fun program for beginner and intermediate students (boys & girls, 6-12); ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip-hop, singing & acting, culminating in a performance (6 weeks). Ballet & Dance Intensive: Upper-level, comprehensive training for intermediate to advanced-level students (boys & girls, 11-17) in ballet, pointe, modern & jazz, culminating in a performance (5 weeks).

PAFA Summer Art Camp 128 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19102 artcamp@pafa.org pafa.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM Make friends, build artmaking skills and have fun at PAFA’s Art Camp, located two blocks from City Hall.

We host ages 4-15 in art studio for weekly sessions covering drawing, painting, printmaking, comics’ art, and animation with highly trained instructors.

Penn Charter Summer Camps 3000 W. School House Ln. Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-844-3460 summercamps@ penncharter.com Penncharter.com/ summercamp

DAY Mix and match more than 20 camps. Day, Sports, Performing Arts, Science, Electronic Music, Drone, Robotics, Rocketry, Handwork Studio, Dance, Pottery, Chess, MineCraft, Girls Empowerment, Tennis, Squash, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling. Experience everything! Lunch available.

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Penn Museum Anthropologists in the Making and Junior Anthropologists Summer Camps 3260 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 summercamp@pennmuseum.org penn.museum/camp

DAY Journey through time and across continents without leaving Philadelphia! During summer 2019, Penn Museum will offer two distinct summer camp programs that will encourage children to discover world cultures – both past and present – through gallery tours, art-making, games & theatrics and music & dance guest performances.

Penn Tennis Camp / Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camps 240 S. 31st St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 Wilsontenniscamps.com/penn

DAY Long regarded as one of the most popular tennis camps in the nation, the Penn camp, in partnership with Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camps, will host 10 weeks of camp this summer. By offering full day and half day options, there is an appropriate camp option for boys and girls ages 3-18 of all skill levels. Brand New in 2019, we will be offering 1 week overnight camp that promises to be quite popular.

Society Hill Synagogue 418 Spruce St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 soz@societyhillsynagogue.org societyhillsynagogue.org/ playschool

DAY Our summer camp curriculum wonderfully blends hands-on exploration, literacy and language acquisition, thematic art projects, outdoor play, and splash zone thrills for children ages 2-5. Flexible 8-week program June 3-July 26, with two week-long specialty camps July 29-August 9.

OUTLYING AREAS - PENNSYLVANIA Adventure Camp at Roundtop Mountain Resort 925 Roundtop Rd. Lewisberry, PA 717-432-9631 skiroundtop@skiroundtop.com Roundtopmountainresort.com/ camps/summer-adventure-camps

DAY Book your child’s best week of the summer at South Central PA’s favorite ski resort where campers enjoy a multitude of adventure-based activities including zip lines, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, archery, paintball, OGO balls, high and low ropes courses, the super slide, chairlift rides and much more. All right here on our beautiful 1200 acre mountain property. Day and residential camps available.

Residential housing is in air-conditioned mountain chalets CIT

Camp Lee Mar 450 Rte. 590 Lackawaxen, PA 215-658-1708 ari@leemar.com Leemar.com

RESIDENTIAL Camp for children & teenagers with mild to moderate developmental challenges. A structured environment, individual attention & guidance are emphasized at all times. Traditional camp activities plus academics, speech & language therapy, music, arts & crafts, daily living skills and much more. We also have therapeutic horseback riding & overnight trips. Heated pool, modern facilities & air-conditioned buildings (including bunks). ACA SN

Key: Extended hours Offers financial aid Part-day or part-week sessions Provides transportation ACA: ACA-accredited CIT: Counselor-in-training program SN: Some special needs may be accommodated

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Mercersburg Academy Summer Programs Mercersburg, PA 717-328-6225 summerprograms@mercersburg.edu Mercersburgsummer.com

DAY Mercersburg Summer is all about fun. Nestled in the mountains of south-central Pennsylvania, Mercersburg Academy’s beautiful campus provides the perfect setting for a wide range of opportunities for learning, personal growth, and most importantly, fun. Each summer, participants from all over the world take part in an array of programs, ranging from Mercersburg Adventure Camp to various Enrichment, Arts, and Sports Camp.

Science Camp Watonka PO Box 127 Hawley, PA 570-857-1401 mail@watonka.com Watonka.com

RESIDENTIAL For boys 8-16. Camper-selected program includes hands-on laboratory experiences in astronomy, biology, chemistry, computers, electronics, earth science, physics and robotics. A wide range of other activities includes ropes, archery, climbing, woodworking, sailing, rocketry, mini-bike riding, sports, windsurfing & trips. 2-, 4-, 6- & 8-week sessions available. ACA CIT SN

Science Explorers 110 West Wyomissing Ave. Mohnton, PA 877-870-9517 scienceexplorers.com

DAY Science Explorers is an innovative, hands-on science company for children ages 4-11 to become engaged in the wonders of science. Science Explorers week long summer camp will make science cool and exciting through our interactive, hands-on format. Ever dissect a shark? What about a squid? Made glowing slime? Examined a real heart? Built and launched your own rocket? Lifted a person using nothing but air? These are some of the awesome experiments that make our summer camps so popular. Nominated for Educator of the Year--TWICE!

YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser 201 Cushion Peak Rd. Wernersville, PA 610-670-2267 SMYMCA.org

RESIDENTIAL, OVERNIGHT We welcome you to our 600 mountain top acres in Berks County, Pennsylvania. While we offer a variety of session lengths, most campers come for 2-or 4-week sessions. We are a coed program for campers 7-16 years old. Traditional camp programs including horseback riding, swimming, boating, athletics, target sports, mountain biking, creative arts, nature, adventure & teen leadership. We also offer a variety of specialty theme camps, adventure trips and international trips. We can’t wait to see you on the mountain! ACA OUTLYING AREAS - OTHER

Camp Caribbean Multiple Locations in Mexico Info@grupoeduplay.com Campeduplay.com

TRAVEL, RESIDENTIAL We are a camp based in the Mayan Riviera/Cancun. With us, you’ll get to zip-line through the jungle, swim with turtles, scuba-dive in crystal clear waters, swim in the underground rivers of XCARET, train dolphins, feed monkeys and play with macaws, sail the beautiful Caribbean, and enjoy a whole day at the XEL-HA, XENSES, and XPLORE parks.

Spend quality time with your counselor, play night games, sing silly songs around a bonfire, and eat delicious food!

CCArts Fine & Performing Arts Camp 410 Upper Snuff Mill Row Yorklyn, DE 302-239-2434 nschmid@ccarts.org; ccarts.org

DAY A half or full day camp with before and after care offering flexibility for busy summer schedules. Professional teaching artists offer painting, drawing, ceramics, fibers, photography, printmaking, mixed media, theater and music.

Portfolio prep and camps for older teens also.

Moms and their children (3-6 years) are needed for a research study!

Centreville Layton School Summer Program 6201 Kennett Pike Centreville, DE 302-571-0230 djarrell@centrevillelayton.org Centrevillelayton.org

DAY Centreville Layton School offers a summer program to reinforce academic skills and organizational strategies.

Additionally, our afternoon program, offered to ages 3-13, provides a nurturing environment where children can focus on building social skills and having fun. Our program is offered to students ages three to eighteen. Camp runs from June 25-July 27.

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Easterseals Camp Fairlee 22242 Bay Shore Rd. Chestertown, MD 410-778-0566 fairlee@esdel.org Easterseals.com/de/fairlee

RESIDENTIAL, TRAVEL Camp Fairlee provides a traditional summer camp experience for children (age 6+) and adults with various disabilities including developmental, CP, MD, MS, orthopedic impairments and other disabilities. Special Autism weeks with 1:1 counseling. Wall climbing, high ropes, zip-lining, pool, canoeing & kayaking horseback riding plus other activities. Nurses on staff 24/7. We also have off season respite weekends for children and adults. In addition we also have travel trips for adults over age 18. All facilities are new including our 12,000 square foot activity center, new health center, expanded dining hall, and four new cabins. ACA, SN

Echo Hill Camp 13655 Bloomingneck Rd. Worton, MD 410-348-5303 EchoHillCamp.com

RESIDENTIAL Echo Hill Camp on the Chesapeake Bay is a traditional, sleep-away summer camp with 2- to 8- week sessions. Non-competitive, free-choice program. Waterskiing, sailing, wakeboarding, crabbing, ropes course, nature, art and much more! ACA

Liberty Lake Day Camp 1195 Florence-Columbus Rd. Bordentown, NJ, 08505 609-499-7820 Libertylakedaycamp.com

DAY Liberty Lake Day Camp teaches life skills to inspire young people to change the world. Make new friends and create lasting summer memories! On 60 magnificent shady acres, campers choose their own schedules through the “Freedom of Choice” elective program - over 60 activities! Serving Phila/ Lower Bucks.

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Pilot Summer Camp The Pilot School, 208 Woodlawn Rd. Wilmington, DE cshivone@pilotschool.org Pilotschool.org

DAY Children ages 5-12 will benefit from our multi-sensory approach, which offers them the opportunity to engage in activities while learning. This fun, hands-on camp focuses on special skills, team building, science experiments and nature while integrating reading and math.

Tall Pines Day Camp 1349 Sykesville Rd. Williamstown, NJ 856-262-3900 fun@tallpinesdaycamp.com Tallpinesdaycamp.com

DAY Serving Center City/South Jersey/Shore Points. State certified & accredited by ACA. 66 acres include 45,000 -sq. ft. of A/C indoor space, climbing tower, pedal karts, gymnastics, driving range, horseback riding, 8,500-sq. ft. of pools, soccer & baseball fields, hockey, basketball, tennis courts, arts & music programs. Open house Saturday, May 18th from 12-3 PM. ACA

Tomato Patch @ Kelsey Theatre 1200 Old Trenton Rd. West Windsor, NJ 609-570-3566 projects@mccc.edu kelseyatmccc.org/tomato_patch.shtml

DAY Tomato Patch Visual and Performing Arts Workshops, held annually on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College, is one of the longest-running and most successful multi-disciplinary summer arts programs in central New Jersey. Students spend several weeks of their summer exploring the visual arts, dance, theater, and vocal music under the guidance of a highly qualified staff of teaching professional artists.

Whale Camp at the Fundy Marine Institute Grand Manan Island New Brunswick, Canada 888-54-WHALE info@whalecamp.com WhaleCamp.com

RESIDENTIAL No other marine science camp offers as many face-to-face encounters to closely observe and study whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and puffins in their own natural habitat. Board our research vessel for unmatched opportunities to observe marine life. Explore beaches, coastal trails and fishing villages on beautiful Grand Manan Island.

Ask about our $40,000 college scholarships, STEM projects & college credits.

KEY Has extended hours Offers financial aid Part-day or part-week sessions Provides transportation ACA: ACA-accredited CIT: Counselor-in-training program SN: Some special needs may be accommodated

The goals of the 5-month research study are to learn how children grow to like new foods and have healthy smiles.

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Keep the kids and your wallet happy during your family’s beach vacation with this guide to free fun and great deals. Whether you plan to stay for a day or the week, there are plenty of low-cost ways to enjoy the trip.

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Thrilling Thursdays No beach tags required! Sidewalk sales, farmers’ market and movies on the beach.

July & Aug., 8:30pm. Huntington Ave. & the beach.

Wednesday through Sunday 3D Light Show. Runs every half-hour after sunset. Boardwalk Hall.

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Lucy the Elephant

The centerpiece of this boardwalk theme park is the 227-foot-tall Ferris wheel — the steepest in the state. Cost cutter: Twoticket Tuesdays are in effect 1-6pm, starting June 18.

Thunder Over the Boardwalk

This year’s free airshow is Aug. 21, featuring demonstrations and a high-speed boat-vs.-airplane showdown.

Infants and toddlers strut their stuff Aug. 8 on the boardwalk during one of the longest-running events of its kind in the country.

Visit the town’s mascot, a 65-foot-tall wooden structure complete with a quaint gift shop. You can tour inside Lucy for a fee.

Beachstock 2019

Party on the beach for free June 29, and enjoy live music and entertainment, treasure hunt, face painting and hula lessons.

Ocean City FREQUENT FREEBIES Tuesdays Entertainment, face painting and balloon art. July & Aug., 10am. Asbury Ave. Wacky Wednesdays Activities differ weekly and include French fry sculpting and a donut-on-a-string eating contest. July & Aug, 10:30am. Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & the boardwalk.

Thursdays Family-oriented boardwalk entertainment.

July & Aug., 7:30pm. 6-14th Sts.

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HOTSPOTS Baby Parade

Sandcastle Park

Perfect for pre- or post-beach playtime, the expansive playground is equipped with rubberized flooring, equipment made of recycled plastic, shaded areas and bathrooms.

Sea Isle City FREQUENT FREEBIES Mondays & Fridays Movies Under the Stars; July & Aug., 8:15pm; Excursion Park.

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Tuesdays Family Dance Parties; July & Aug. (excluding Aug. 6), 7:30pm; Excursion Park.

HOTSPOTS Skimmer Festival

Enjoy live music, family activities, a craft market and tours June 15. JFK Blvd. & Pleasant Ave. and Excursion Park..

Sara the Turtle Festival

On June 26, discover turtles’ role in the environment with nature displays, activities and entertainment. Excursion Park.

Wildwoods FREQUENT FREEBIES Free beach access all summer

Wildwoods Convention Center

Rehoboth Beach

Thursdays & Saturdays Movies Under the Stars. July & Aug, 8pm; Lou Booth Amphitheater, North Wildwood.

Bethany Beach

Free beach access all summer

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Morey’s Piers

Mondays Movies on the Beach. June 17-Aug. 19, dusk. Garfield Pkwy.

Sundays Fox Park Concert Series. June 23-Aug. 25, 7:30pm. Fox Park Amphitheater, Wildwood.

This Wildwood boardwalk staple boasts amusement rides and two waterparks.

New this year, the Runaway Tram family coaster pays tribute to the town’s tramcar and the park’s 50th anniversary.

Also on the Wildwood boardwalk, this venue plays host to a slew of sporting events and all-ages festivals, many of which are free.

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HOTSPOTS Bethany Beach Nature Center

Open year-round, the center features walking trails, exhibits and activities that highlight the area’s inland bays and wetlands.

FREQUENT FREEBIES Friday through Sunday Concerts. June 14-end of Aug., 8pm.

Rehoboth Beach Bandstand.

HOTSPOTS Delaware Seashore State Park

Bike, boat, crab, fish, swim or hike at the 2,825-acre park.

Jungle Jim’s

The state’s biggest waterpark offers splashy faves like the Lazy River, waterslides and wave pools. Cost cutter: Take advantage of discounted admission after 3pm.

Captain Jack’s Pirate Golf

With sand traps, water holes and secret pathways, this not-too-challenging mini-golf course lives up to its name. Cost cutter: Ages 2 and younger are free with a paying adult.

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1 Saturday

Access to Science: Opening Doors to Autism at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Phila.

Kids on the autism spectrum and their families explore the venue before it opens to the public. $$$ Alex's Original Lemonade Stand at Penn Wynne Elementary School, Wynnewood. Visit the spot where Alexandra “Alex” Scott held her annual stand. Food, face painting, crafts and raffles are also lined up. FREE All-Star Hoop-a-Thon at the Palestra, Phila.

Team up to raise funds that benefit after-school programs and services for local students. $$$$

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Bank of America Museums on Us, Phila. Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders get access to participating venues including the African American Museum in Philadelphia, Museum of the American Revolution and the National Museum of American Jewish History. FREE Brandywine Strawberry Festival at the Brandywine Hospital grounds, Coatesville. In addition to rides, games and the “Strawberriest Kid” contest, head to Strawberryland for inflatable attractions, slides and train rides. FREE

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Civil War Event at Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. View battle reenactments and camp-life scenarios. Young visitors can enlist in the Be a Kid Soldier program and learn to march and drill. $

Devon Horse Show and Country Fair at the Devon Horse Show grounds, Devon. Watch world-class equestrians and enjoy a midway and boutiques. $$$ Early Access Morning at the Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown. Visitors with special needs and their families check out the zoo before it opens to the public. $$$ Fete Day at Elfreth’s Alley, Phila. Visit residential homes on the country’s oldest street, take an 18th-century family photo and try period crafts. $$$$ Mario the Maker Magician at the Adrienne Theater, Phila. The performer incorporates elements of STEM and DIY initiatives into the show. $$$$ Pizza Box Plein Air Workshop at the Wayne Art Center, Wayne. As part of the center’s Plein Air Festival, kids use a pizza-box easel to capture outdoor scenery. $$$$ Strawberry Harvest Celebration at Highland Orchards, West Chester. Festivities include U-pick opportunities, face painting and food and drink vendors. FREE Strawberry Festival at Linvilla Orchards, Media.

Pick your own fruit and check out Delco’s largest strawberry shortcake. FREE

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6 Thursday

Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll on Baltimore Avenue, Phila.

Sample some of the area’s best businesses with $1 deals and special bargains. $ Outdoor Movie Screening and Harry Potter Costume Contest at the King of Prussia Town Center, King of Prussia. FREE

7 Friday

Rennie Harris: Funkedified at the Merriam Theater, Phila. This multimedia performance pays homage to the early days of funk and street dance. $$$$

8 Saturday

ArtWell Festival at Oxford Mills, Phila. Expect interactive art stations, exhibits and music. $

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Step up to the plate and help strike out ALS during the Phillies Phestival, June 13 at Citizens Bank Park. Fans meet players, score autographs, play games, snag a goodie bag stocked with signed baseballs and caps, and attend a silent auction.

Watersheds Discovery Day at the Chester Ridley Crum Watersheds Association, Newtown Square. Activities, discovery tables, games, recycled art and live music highlight local watersheds.

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Artmaking and Storytelling at the Woodmere Art Museum, Phila. FREE Arts in the Park at High School Park, Elkins Park. Browse craft and art vendors. FREE Bank of America Museums on Us, Phila. See June 1. FREE Brandywine Strawberry Festival at the Brandywine Hospital grounds, Coatesville. See June 1. FREE Devon Horse Show and Country Fair at the Devon Horse Show grounds, Devon. See June 1. $$$ First Sunday Family Day: Summer Solstice at the Barnes Foundation, Phila. Make themed cutouts and collages, as well as paper flowers, watercolor paintings and seed bombs for guerilla gardening. FREE Philadelphia Irish Festival on the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, Phila. Immerse the family in Irish culture with music, dance, and storytelling. FREE

3 Monday

Circus Midway at FringeArts, Phila. Teachers and performers lead outdoor workshops that teach basic aerial acrobatics, juggling, plate spinning and tight wire. FREE Grow Up Green at Sister Cities Park, Phila. Little ones engage in nature-based activities. FREE Hide 'n Seek Nature Program at Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton.

Find out how animals use camouflage during a game, craft and hike. $

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Breakfast with Butterflies at the Independence Seaport Museum, Phila. See butterflies up-close, watch an improv performance and make a butterfly hat. $$$$ Family Yoga Class at Morris Arboretum, Phila. $$$$ Girl Scout Day at the Franklin Institute, Phila. Kids focus on the science behind superheroes and the museum’s Marvel exhibit. $$$$ The Great Chefs Event at Urban Outfitter HQ, Phila. In addition to sampling dishes by chefs from across the country, families enjoy cooking demos, a donut wall and kids’ activities. $$$$ MuckFest at the Glen Mills School grounds, Glen Mills. Take on more than a dozen muddy obstacle courses. $$$$ Warminster Day at Warminster Community Park, Warminster.

Features a marketplace, K9 demos, rock wall, photo booth and entertainment. FREE West Park Arts Fest at West Fairmount Park, Phila. Local dancers, musicians and vocalists put on multicultural performances for all ages. FREE

9 Sunday

Creek Critters at Lorimer Park, Huntingdon Valley. Discover which aquatic insects call the area home and learn about their adaptations. FREE Gap Con: Water Gap Comic Book Fest at the Upper Mount Bethel Fire Hall, Mt. Bethel. There’ll be artist meet-and-greets, a costume contest and vendors that sell toys, action figures, trading cards and crafts. $ Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns and Mermaids Exhibit Closing Day at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Phila. $$$$ No Bullying Run at Central Park, Doylestown. There will be a 5-mile race and 1-mile walk. $$$ Odunde Festival at 23rd & South Sts., Phila. The country’s largest African-American street festival stretches to the Schuylkill River and features a marketplace, entertainment and music. FREE

10 Monday

Art in the Park at Sister Cities Park, Phila. Kids partake in a collage activity. FREE Green Growing Things Program at the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy, Schwenksville. Nature walks, songs and crafts focus on plants and animals. $$

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Ants on a Log performs at the Parkway Central Library, Phila. FREE Grow Up Green at Sister Cities Park, Phila.

See June 3. FREE Knee Deep in the Creek at Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton. Wear sturdy shoes and expect to get wet. FREE

13 Thursday

Phillies Phestival at Citizens Bank Park, Phila. See “Do Good, Have Fun,” p. 25. $$$$ Wizard World Comic Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Phila. Come dressed in your cosplay best to take part in contests, meet actors and artists and celebrate favorite fandoms, comics and games. $$$$

14 Friday

Firefly Frolic at the Peace Valley Nature Center, Doylestown. Learn about and search for the illuminating insects. $$ Flag Day and Father’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution, Phila. See “Town & County,” right. $$$$ Kidchella Music Festival at Smith Memorial Playground, Phila. Moona Luna and Johnny Shortcake are set to take the stage. $$ Stripes and Stars Festival at venues throughout Independence National Historical Park, Phila. Celebrate Flag Day with flag-folding demos, a parade and a naturalization ceremony. $ Wizard World Comic Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Phila. See June 13. $$$$

15 Saturday

Airplane Day at Fort Mifflin, Phila. Junior pilots discover why the site is so close to the airport and engage in high-flying fun. $$

Daddy-Daughter Dance at the Sugar House Event Center, Phila. See “Town & County,” right. $$$$ Disability Pride Parade and Celebration outside of the National Constitution Center, Phila. FREE Enchanted Summer Day at the Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library, Wilmington, DE. Storytelling, face painting, games and crafts cast a spell. $$$$ Father’s Day Family Campout at Riverbend Environmental Education Center, Gladwyne. See “Town & County,” right. $$$$ Flag Day and Father’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution, Phila. See “Town & County,” right. $$$$ Juneteenth Festival at the Johnson House Historic Site, Phila. Celebrate the passage of the 13th amendment with a freedom walk and parade, a panel discussion on social issues, historical reenactments, exhibits and a marketplace. FREE Organ Day at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Phila. The famous Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ is the focus of this event that features performances and tours of the country’s largest mechanical organ in a concert venue. FREE Wizard World Comic Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Phila. See June 13. $$$$

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The “Daring Dad” Scavenger Hunt at Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton. See “Town & County,” right. FREE Father's Day Special at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Phila. See “Town & County,” right. $$$ Fatherfest at the American Helicopter Museum, West Chester. See “Town & County,” right. $$

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Get the kids a sitter and head to the Summer Ale Festival, June 22 at the Philadelphia Zoo. You’ll have the opportunity to sample more than 50 offerings from the area’s best breweries, try a variety of food trucks, learn about resident animals during keeper chats and explore the temporary Creatures of Habitat exhibit.

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Dads are our biggest fans. Show him your appreciation with family events throughout Father’s Day weekend, June 14-16.

PHILADELPHIA Is Dad a history buff? Bring him to Flag Day and Father’s Day Weekend, June 14-16 at the Museum of the American Revolution, where visitors can add a stitch to the reproduction of a Revolutionary flag, design your own flag or play “capture the flag” in the galleries.

Bust a move! Don your fanciest duds and groove the night away at Sugar House Event Center’s Daddy-Daughter Dance, June 15, hosted by Daddy University.

Or visit the family-favorite Academy of Natural Sciences to score free admission for Pops as part of its Father’s Day Special.

CHESTER COUNTY At West Chester’s American Helicopter Museum, Fatherfest on June 16 features helicopter rides, food trucks, classic cars and motorcycles, birds-of-prey demos and a beer garden.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY Let the big guy show off his camping skills during the Father’s Day Campout at Gladwyne’s Riverbend Environmental Education Center, June 15. Don’t worry — staff members will be on hand to help set up your tent, build the campfire and provide food and programming.

Then, on June 16, don’t miss the “Daring Dad” Scavenger Hunt at Norristown Farm Park in East Norriton, where he’ll follow a series of clues to find items and answer trivia.

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Flag Day and Father’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution, Phila. See “Town & County,” p. 26. $$$$ Wizard World Comic Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Phila. See June 13. $$$$

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Art in the Park at Sister Cities Park, Phila. See June 10. FREE Community Night at the Franklin Institute, Phila. FREE

19 Wednesday

Grow Up Green at Sister Cities Park, Phila. See June 3. FREE

21 Friday

Chester County Balloon Festival at the New Garden Flying Field, Toughkenamon. Enjoy hot-air balloon rides, a kids’ zone, balloon launches, monster trucks, R/C plane demos, fireworks and a “balloon glow.” $$$ TooManyGames at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks.

Check out the latest video and tabletop games, panel discussions and tournaments. $$$$

22 Saturday

Chester County Balloon Festival at the New Garden Flying Field, Toughkenamon. See June 21. $$$

PERFORMANCES Treasure Island at the Arden Theatre Company, Phila. Through June 9. $$$$ Beauty and the Beast at the Steel River Playhouse, Pottstown.

Through June 9. $$$$

Day Out with Thomas on the Strasburg Rail Road, Ronks. $$$$

Big Apple Circus (pictured) at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks. Through June 16. $$$$

Fairy House Workshop at the Brandywine River Museum of Art, Chadds Ford. Natural materials provided. $$$$

Fly Guy: The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre, Phila. June 6-9. $$$

Fine Art and Craft Fair at Dilworth Park, Phila. FREE

Seussical Jr. at the Spotlight Theatre, Swarthmore. June 7-22. $$$$

Manayunk Arts Festival on Main Street, Phila. Browse creations in glass, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, mixed media, drawing, painting, photography, wood and sculpture. FREE Midsommarfest at the American Swedish Historical Museum, Phila. Kick off summer like the Swedish with maypole dancing, homemade pastries, music, crafts and games. $$$ TooManyGames at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks.

See June 21. $$$$ Totally Turtles Weekend at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Phila. Learn about turtles, tortoises and terrapins via crafts, demos and touchable specimens. $$$

23 Sunday

Chester County Balloon Festival at the New Garden Flying Field, Toughkenamon. See June 21. $$$ Day Out with Thomas on the Strasburg Rail Road, Ronks. $$$$ Manayunk Arts Festival on Main Street, Phila. See June 22. FREE Sensory-Friendly Sunday at the National Constitution Center, Phila. Programming is designed for kids with autism, sensory processing challenges and intellectual disabilities. $$$ TooManyGames at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks.

See June 21. $$$$ Totally Turtles Weekend at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Phila. See June 22. $$$ Vintage Base Ball at Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville. Watch the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia take on the Mid-Atlantic Base Ball League. Kids can jump into the action during a game of Town Ball. $

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Cats at the Forrest Theatre, Phila. June 18-30. $$$$

24 Monday

Day Out with Thomas on the Strasburg Rail Road, Ronks. $$$$

28 Friday

Dinos After Dark at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Phila. Take advantage of extended hours to encounter animal presentations, activities and, for adults, a beer garden. Pay what you wish

29 Saturday

Artisans In the Park Summer Fest at the Ephrata Cloister, Ephrata. Vendors, food and tours are on tap. FREE BBQ and Bluegrass at Highland Orchards, West Chester. $$$ Day Out with Thomas on the Strasburg Rail Road, Ronks. $$$$ Fireflies: Nature's Fireworks at Norristown Farm Park, E. Norriton. Discover the life cycle and behavior of lightning bugs and head outside to spot them. FREE New Castle County Ice Cream Festival at Rockwood Park, Wilmington, DE. Indulge in the area’s best ice cream with a day of activities, vendors, music and local restaurants and creameries. $

30 Sunday

Day Out with Thomas on the Strasburg Rail Road, Ronks. $$$$ Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival Closing Day at Franklin Square, Phila. $$$$

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Child Care & Early Education Directory

FY: Full Year AY: Academic Year SP: Summer Program MP: Meals Provided

BS: Before School AS: After School DA: Diapers Accepted TP: Transportation Provided

SN: Special Needs DHS*: Licensed: Dept. of Health & Human Serv.

DE*: Licensed: Dept. of Education DYF: Licensed: Dept. of Youth & Family Serv.

NAEYC: Accredited by National Association of Education of Young Children PAIS: Accredited by PA Assoc. of Independent Schools MSCES: Accredited by Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools AMS: Accredited by American Montessori Society

* Note: DHS License: requires annual on-site visits. DE License: 20% of all facilities are inspected annually.

MULTIPLE SITES

JENKINTOWN, MONTGOMERY COUNTY

HEY DIDDLE DIDDLE DAY SCHOOL, INC. 520 Bethlehem Pike, Ft. Washington, PA 215-654-9955 • HeyDiddleDiddleDaySchool.net LITTLE DIDDLE PRESCHOOL 440 Bethlehem Pike, Ft. Washington, PA 215-565-5866 • LittleDiddlePreschool.net • Ages: 6 wks.-PreK • Hours: 7am-6pm Our school offers full-day programs. Our staff members are well-educated and experienced which enables us to give the students an educational program in a caring, nurturing environment. FY, AY, SP, BS, AS, DA, DHS, DE

ABINGTON FRIENDS 575 Washington Ln., Jenkintown, PA 215-886-4350 • AbingtonFriends.net • Ages: 3 yrs.-K Hours: 8am-3pm w/ an extended-day option Our lower school early childhood program values and preserves childhood, building on the excitement and curiosity that children bring to their first school experience. Located on our beautiful 50-acre campus, our emergent curriculum program is designed to support your child’s developing independence. AY, SP, BS, AS, DHS, DE, NAEYC, PAIS

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LAFAYETTE HILL, MONTGOMERY COUNTY

BRIGHT BEGINNERS ACADEMY 800 Clarmont Ave., Suite A, Bensalem, PA 19020 • 267-520-7200 Brightbeginnersacademy.com • Ages: 6 wks. to 6 yrs. • Hours: 6:45am - 6pm Our preschool is designed to meet the needs of every child in a developmentally inclusive setting. Our program encourages progress at a child’s own pace and according to individual needs and abilities. Play-based learning centers for math, science, dramatic play, blocks, music, creative art and technology provide opportunities to balance and stimulate both shared and independent learning experiences. Private pay and subsidized funding accepted, infant and toddler care available. Parent volunteer opportunities available. FY, AY, SP, DA, SN, DHS*, DE

MIQUON SCHOOL, THE 2025 Harts Lane, Conshohocken, PA 610-828-1231 • Miquon.org • Ages: 3 yrs.-12 yrs. • Hours: 8:30am-3pm Located on a wooded 11-acre campus just outside Northwest Philadelphia, Miquon is a co-educational day school offering Progressive education for children in Nursery (age three) through Sixth Grade. Our Nursery program offers full-day, 3-day, 4-day schedules and includes art, music, science, physical education and library. Miquon teachers provide a positive and nurturing environment for children to learn through play while meeting their social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs. Snacks provided. Optional van service available. AY, SP, BS, AS, PAIS

TREVOSE DAY SCHOOL / NESHAMINY MONTESSORI 4951 Central Ave., Trevose, PA 19053 215–355-4373 • trevosedayschool.org • neshaminymontessori.org • Ages: 2.5-10 yrs.

Hours: 7am-6pm Established in 1970, our programs excel at offering state-of-the-art education in a community-minded environment. We combine interactive technology, the visual and performing arts and scientific exploration with a sustainable hands-on approach that values our planet and nurtures curiosity. Our teachers are Pennsylvania Certified Early Childhood and Elementary Education Teachers. FY, AY, SP, MP, BS, AS, TP, SN, AMS

CHESTER COUNTY KIMBERTON WALDORF SCHOOL 410 W. Seven Stars Rd. Kimberton, PA 610-933-3635 • Ages: PreK- 12th grade • Hours: 8am-3:15pm At Kimberton Waldorf School, learning is a process of discovery that engages the whole human being. Instead of passively receiving information, our students are involved in a dynamic process of exploration and experience, both of the world and of themselves. Emphasis on the breadth of skills and opportunities that we value in childhood and in adulthood provides a reminder that education needs to be designed to produce holistically developed learners who are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of life in the 21st century. We develop analytical thinkers with imaginative minds capable of producing life-changing ideas. Our students build capacities and skills of creativity, resourcefulness, collaboration, perseverance, integrity, and ethical understanding. How we teach this matters. Every aspect of Waldorf education is intentional and planned. Why we teach this way matters. At each stage of child development, students are challenged, capacities are built, foundations are set, and opportunities are given.

When we teach things matters.

MAIN LINE, DELAWARE COUNTY FRIENDS SCHOOL HAVERFORD 851 Buck Lane, Haverford, PA 19041 • 610-642-2334 Friendshaverford.org • Ages: Nursery through 8th Grade • Hours: 8:00am - 2:45pm Friends School Haverford, a co-ed Quaker school, promotes academic scholarship, creativity, respect, integrity, and self-awareness with a commitment to creating a culture and kindness.

Our unique hands-on, minds-on curriculum encourages and celebrates curiosity, imagination, and exploration. Offering a full-day kindergarten program with full- and half-day nursery school, preschool, and pre-k options. AY, SP, MP, BS, AS, DA, PAIS

SWARTHMORE/MEDIA, DELAWARE COUNTY SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY, THE 20 School Ln., Rose Valley, PA • 610-566-1088 TheSchoolinRoseValley.org • Ages: Preschool-Grade 6 • Hours: 7:30am-6pm With over 80 years of experience, The School in Rose Valley offers a progressive, Preschool – 6th Grade program committed to the development of the whole child. Full and part time enrollment options are available for Preschool and Kindergarten students.

Weekly special subjects include Woodshop, Spanish, Science, Art, Music and Sports. SRV is located on a beautiful 9.5 acre campus just minutes from Media, PA. AY, SP, MP, BS, AS, TP, PAIS

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MAIN LINE, MONTGOMERY COUNTY BALA HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Conshohocken State Rd., Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-664-6767 • BalaHouse.org • Ages: 3 yrs.-6 yrs. • Hours: 8am-6pm Mixed-age classes, for ages 3 - 6 yrs., are led by sensitive, nurturing and highly qualified teachers who offer gentle guidance in an atmosphere of freedom, warmth and trust. Flexible schedules, convenient hours (7:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.) and three-, four-, and five-day afternoon class options are available. Art, music, gymnastics, kindergarten Spanish classes, extended care, summer camp round out our program. Some tuition assistance is available. Embracing diversity since 1969. AY, SP, DHS, DE CHILDREN’S SCHOOL AT ST. JOHN’S, THE 404 Levering Mill Rd., Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-664-4588 • Childrens-school.org • Ages: 3 mos.-K • Hours: 7am-6pm We offer a warm and creative learning environment where everyone has a “hands on” approach to learning. Our developmental approach includes music, Spanish and Tumbling Tots, Pre-K follows the Letter People Curriculum and Handwriting without Tears. Subsidized funding from the state accepted. 4-star facility with Keystone Stars. FY, SP, BS, AS, SN, DHS, DE, NAEYC

FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA 150 N. Highland Ave., Bala Cynwyd, PA • 610-667-1284 frenchschoolphila.org • Ages: 3 yrs.-Grade 8 • Hours: 7:30am-6pm The French International School of Philadelphia offers a French/English bilingual program from preschool through grade 8. Our non-French speaking students develop their verbal skills in French in the younger grades as they engage in developmentally appropriate activities. New students with no prior knowledge of French are admitted at the age of 3, 4 or 5. Extended care is provided starting at 7:30am and until 6pm. Accredited by the Middle States Association and the French Department of Education. AY, AS, BS, SP, MP, DHS, MOSES THE HAVERFORD SCHOOL 450 Lancaster Ave., Haverford, PA 19041 610-642-3020 • www.haverford.org • Ages: PreK-12 Extraordinary educators prepare boys to be future-ready in a supportive learning environment designed to bring out the best in each student. Haverford strives to develop a well-balanced boy who is a high academic performer, socially and emotionally aware, and a good citizen of the School and community. Financial aid available. SP ROBERT J. WILF PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Rd. Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-896-7770 x118 • phillyjcc.com • Ages: 4 wks.-K2 • Hours: 8am-6pm A nurturing, child-centered environment for infants-kindergarten including gym classes, music, dance and more. We honor the uniqueness of each child, celebrating individual potential, and helping children question and discover. Teachers help children reach milestones necessary for healthy growth/ wellness. Tuition includes a family membership to the JCC. Families of all faiths welcome. Accredited by PA State Board of Private Schools. AY, SP, BS, AS, DA, DHS* TEMPLE BETH HILLEL – BETH EL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER 1001 Remington Rd., Wynnewood, PA • 610-649-2277 Tabber.org • Ages: 3 mos.-Kindergarten • Hours: 9am-3pm Programs for children 3 months to kindergarten. Working families love the 7:30am Early Care and 6:00pm Late Care. Special needs children welcome! AY, SP, BS, AS, DA, SN, DHS, DE

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WALDRON MERCY ACADEMY 513 Montgomery Ave., Merion Station, PA 19066 610-664-9847 • www.waldronmercy.org Ages: 3 yrs.-grade 8 • Hours: 8:15am-3pm Waldron Mercy Academy is a co-educational age 3 to grade 8 independent Catholic school, offering an innovative curriculum integrating academics, technology, arts, athletics and service, with a commitment to Mercy and service. WMA offers a Child Care Center and Montessori or PreSchool tracks. FY, AY, AS, BS, DA, DHS* THE WETHERILL SCHOOL 1321 Beaumont Dr., Gladwyne, PA 610-649-2299 • Wetherillschool.org Ages 2.7 yrs.-5 yrs. • Hours: 8:15am-3pm Seeks to create a warm, secure, first-school experience where the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child is carefully nurtured. Curriculum based on Montessori, Piaget, Reggio Emilia schools. Classroom teachers supported by specialists in Music, Spanish, Creative Movement. Full or half-day Kindergarten. Licensed by State Board of Private Academic schools. AY, SP, BS, DE

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KIDSPARK 23 Easton Rd. (Entrance on Davisville Rd.), Willow Grove, PA 215-657-KIDS (5437) • KidsPark.com • Ages: 18 mos.-12 yrs.

Hours: Mon-Thu 7am-10pm; Fri 7am-12pm; Sat 10am-12pm; Sun 1pm-6pm A family favorite for over 20 years! Hourly drop-in childcare for ages 18 months-12 yrs old.

Morning Preschool, birthday parties on the weekend. Arts & crafts, games, indoor climbing structure, music & stories. Days, evenings, weekends, attend meetings, run errands, exercise... while your children are safe and having fun. We accept CCIS. FY, SP, MP, AS, DA, SN, DHS, BS

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BUSY BEES LEARNING CENTER INC. 601 Walnut St., #LL-25, Phila., PA 215-733-9271, 866-Be-Busy7 toll free • BusyBeesChildcare.com Ages: 6 wks.-5 yrs. • Hours: 7:30am-6pm ”What’s important to your family is just as important to ours.” A family owned and operated homey and contemporary facility in the spectacular Curtis Center overlooking Independence Park. We have a family room for nursing and visits, multicultural activities with focus on Spanish, Montessori philosophy, Parents as Partners Program, mature professional staff. Online classroom observation at Guardiancam.com. Snacks provided. FY, MP, BS, AS, DA, SN, DHS

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CENTER CITY/SOCIETY HILL, PHILADELPHIA COUNTY

EARLY CHILDHOOD ENVIRONMENTS 762 South Broad St. Phila., PA 19146 215-844-0178 • www.ecedesigns.com • Ages: 3-12 yrs. • Hours: 6:30am-6pm EARLY CHILDHOOD ENVIRONMENTS provides a bilingual, multicultural program where children learn and develop socially and emotionally. Head start, pre-school and after-school programs are provided for children ages 3-12. FY, AY, SP, MP, BS, AS, DA, TP, DHS* SOCIETY HILL SYNAGOGUE 418 Spruce Street Phila., PA 19106 • 215-922-6590 www.societyhillsynagogue.org • Ages: 2-5 yrs. • Hours: 7:45am-6pm We provide the best care for your child! Small class sizes provide a warm, nurturing classroom environment. Our goal is to get your child excited about learning! Age-appropriate curriculum with emphasis on play, socialization skills, as well as rich exposure to Jewish values. We are flexible to the needs of our families! Full-day service. AY, SP, BS/AS, DA, SN

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THE CHILDREN’S HOUSE OF PHILADELPHIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL 2611 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 215-570-0757 • www.phillychildrenshouse.com • Ages: 2.5-5 yrs.

Full day and half day programs available for our Primary and Toddler programs. Primary Program: morning Montessori program includes lunch,& group play. Toddler Program: explore age appropriate Montessori materials with a Montessori trained teacher. Extended Day: after-school snack followed by Montessori-inspired playgroup: build, cook, paint, etc. before going outdoors for dismissal. FY, AY, SP, BS, AS, NAYEC, AMS

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