2009 Summer Fun for Kids

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ACADEMIC & SPECIAL-INTEREST CAMPS

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Alaska Conservation Camp - Advanced Camp

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Sponsor: Alaska Department of Fish & Game, the Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska, the Friends of the NRA, the Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee (AIM-COMM), and many community sponsors and volunteers.

Ages: Ages: 12-16 youth who have already attended the ACC Basic Camp, or, for summer 2009, have completed the Alaska Basic Hunter Education Course.

Dates and times: June 15-19; 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and an overnight campout Location: ADF&G Hunter Education Indoor Shooting Range, 1501 College Road and various locations.

Description: The Alaska Conservation Camp - Advanced Camp is a day camp program to promote understanding of Alaska’s natural resources and conservation, and to give hands on experience in hunting, shooting, fishing and related skills at various locations near Fairbanks.

Activities may include firearms

Family/Group Camps.......................................... 9 Fine Arts Camps ................................................. 10 Overnight Camps................................................ 12 School-Age Day Care ......................................... 13 Sports Activities .................................................. 14 Sports Camps ..................................................... 15 Summertime Programs....................................... 18

YOUR TICKET TO SUCCESS Alaska Volleyball Camps Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills Camps USA Volleyball Girls High Performance Development Camp

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The JFK, INC. Parent Checklist is a tool that parents can use to physically inspect personnel records, policies, structures and grounds of a camp.

Remember even if a camp is licensed/certified doesn't mean it is safe.

Alaska Conservation Camp - Basic Camp Sponsor: Alaska Department of Fish & Game, the Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska, the Friends of the NRA, the Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee (AIM-COMM), and many community sponsors and volunteers.

Ages: 11-14 Dates and times: Basic Camp 1: June 1-5; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and overnight campout Basic Camp 2: June 8-12; 8

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NORTH STAR DRIVING SCHOOL DRIVERS EDUCATION CLASSES Basic Class or Classes including Class D Road Test

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490-2523 • Instructor: Scott Putman Check our website for classroom information and or changes. www.northstardrivingschool.org

Alaska Summer Research Academy (ASRA) Sponsor: University of Alaska Fairbanks, College of Natural Science and Mathematics Ages: Entering grades 8 - 12 in the fall of 2009 Dates and times: July 20-31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily for commuters and 24 hours for residential students Location: UAF campus Description: ASRA is a fun two-week academic experience on the UAF campus for students in grades 8-12. Students work in small groups with university faculty, staff, and industry professionals.

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a.m.-5 p.m. and overnight campout Location: Fairbanks Description: The Alaska Conservation Camp - Basic Camp is a day camp program to promote understanding of Alaska’s natural resources and conservation, and to give youth a hands on experience in hunting, shooting, fishing and related skills at various locations near Fairbanks.

Basic Camp activities include the Alaska Basic Hunter Education Course, firearms safety, shooting, wildlife identification, fishing, map & compass, outdoor survival, basic camping skills and more, plus an overnight campout. Drop-off 7-8 a.m. and pick-up 5-6 p.m. A camp BBQ and graduation for campers and their families on Friday, 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Campers who complete the camp may earn Basic Hunter Education Certification from the State of Alaska Department of Fish & Game. Space is limited. Check website for pre-camp details.

Cost: $175 Web site: www.aimcomm.org (click on ACC under the main menu) Contact: Cathie Harms or John Wyman 907-459-7231 (Cathie Harms) or 907-459-7292 (John Wyman) camp@aimcomm.org

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Records • Do all paid and bathing or swimming camp staff to take your volunteer staff have water. child to the hospital. current criminal • What date was the • We recommend the background checks on camp inspected by a above questions are file? Ask to see them.

Fire Dept. or Fire answered with a yes • Do all counselors have Marshall? before considering the a current CPR and • Are campers required camp.

First Aid card copy on to fill out a medical • Request references. file? record and Make sure to call the • Is there a current State immunization form to references. Ask friends of Alaska ensure campers do not and neighbors if their Environmental have a contagious child has ever attended Conservation food disease or illness? the camp. safety and sanitation • Do all staff and permit on file? This campers have a current includes kitchen, TB test? drinking and • In case of a emergency wastewater permits. does the camp have a Sewer needs to be 100 emergency medical ft. from drinking, form? This enables To obtain the complete Parent guide go to jkfcampsafety.org or 490-6722

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safety, shotgun or muzzleloader rifle shooting, archery, wildlife identification, fly fishing, fly tying, GPS and outdoor navigation, canoeing, outdoor survival, shelter building, camping and field cooking skills and more, plus a hike and two-day overnight camping trip.

Drop-off 7-8 a.m. and pick-up 5-6 p.m. A camp BBQ and graduation for campers and their families is June 19, 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Cost: $175 Web site: www.aimcomm.org (click on ACC under the main menu) Contact: Cathie Harms or John Wyman 907-459-7231 (Cathie Harms) or 907-459-7292 (John Wyman) camp@aimcomm.org

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course) and are immersed in a single subject for two weeks. The approach is experiential-hands-on and minds-on rather than lecture or worksheets.

One college credit is given upon completion.

Cost: $800-$1,200 Web site: www.uaf.edu/asra Contact: Jeff Drake or Kate Pendleton 474-7077 or 474-7221 asra@uaf.edu

CAFE Kids Cooking Camp Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Ages: 6-9 Dates and times: June 8-12; 9 a.m. to noon Location: Hutchison kitchen Description: Fun food that you can make and eat is the focus of this camp. Bake biscuits, pretzels, muffins and tortillas. Cook individual casseroles and make ice cream, cream cheese playdough, and freezer jam. In the process learn kitchen safety and etiquette, food presentation, and how to clean up efficiently. On the last day invite two guests to an English tea party with you as the

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Cost: $225 Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer/ youth-programs/ Contact: UAF Summer Sessions 474-7021 summer@uaf.edu

CAFE Teen International Culinary Arts Academy Sponsor: Summer Sessions Ages: 13-17 Dates and times: June 15-19; 9 a.m.-noon daily Location: Hutchison kitchen Description: Here is a culinary adventure for teens. Explore different recipes from Africa, France, Japan, Spain and the USA. Learn a variety of cooking methods along with kitchen safety, etiquette, food safety and presentation. Consume the creative results with gusto.

A demonstration of skills will be presented on the last day of class for up to two invited guests per student.

Instructor, Marsha Munsell, nutrition educator for the Cooperative Extension, has cooked for remote mining camps, was a chef at Pike’s and a baker at the Cookie Jar. Cost: $225

Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer/ youth-programs/ Contact: UAF Summer Sessions 474-7021 summer@uaf.edu

CAFE Tween International Culinary Arts Workshop Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: 10-12 Dates and times: June 8-12; 1-4 p.m. daily Location: Hutchison kitchen Description: This class will take pre-teens on an international tour of recipes from Africa, France, Japan, Spain and the USA. Prepare, present and consume culinary delights from each country’s cuisines while learning the basics of food safety, kitchen etiquette, and clean-up. Invite two guests to the final class.

Instructor Marsha Munsell, nutrition educator for the Cooperative Extension, has maintained a lifelong interest in the preparation of healthy and tasty foods and comes fully equipped with the knowledge, humor and experience to keep her students on task.

Cost: $225 Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer/ youth-programs/ Contact: UAF Summer Sessions 474-7021 summer@uaf.edu

Camp Talkabout Olympics Sponsor: Talkabout Inc. Ages: 4 to young adult Dates and times: June 15-19, 9 a.m.-noon, daily Location: Ken Kunkel Community Center in Goldstream Valley Description: Camp Talkabout is designed to give individuals with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) an opportunity to develop their skills in a fun, motivating, no-pressure environment. Campers participate in activities designed to support the development of their AAC skills. This is a great opportunity for kids of all ages to develop increased independence and socialize with other AAC campers.

Cost: $300 Contact: Mandy Hernandez 907-452-4517 talkaboutinc7@yahoo.com

Denali Science Camp Sponsor: Denali Elementary School Ages: Grades 1-6, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m Dates and times: Grades 4-6, June 1-5; Grades 1-3 June 8-12, Grades 1-3 Location: Denali Elementary, 1042 Lathrop Street, Fairbanks Description: Denali Science Camp is a weeklong hands-on science experience for youth-grades 1-6. The camp operates out of Denali Elementary School in Fairbanks. Students are grouped into study groups by topic for mornings of enrichment, study and discovery. Afternoons are filled with experiments, dissections, field trips, observations, guest presenters, and other high interest activities.

Campers overnight one evening at Chena Lakes. Tents and meals are provided.

This summer we are offering: A Bug’s Life-Discover the interesting world of insects and even meet some very strange critters; CSI Alaska-Use forensics to study clues at crimes scenes; Mechanical Maniacs-Explore new design

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challenges and engineering solutions; Rocket Science-Explore the world of rocket power; Under the Sea-Study marine science and oceanography; Outdoor Adventures-Become an outdoor explorer by mapping, use mapping and survival skills. Make shelters.

Registration forms available online or at Denali Elementary.

Cost: $215 Web site: www.northstar.k12. ak.us/schools/dnl/dnl.html Contact: Jeff Jacobson 488-5755 jjacobson@northstar.k12.ak.us

Insect Studies Summer Camp Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: Ages: 12-17 Dates and times: July 27-31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: UAF campus and in the field Description: Join Derek Sikes, entomologist extraordinaire, for a week in the outdoors chasing all forms of our six-legged friends.

Students will learn the characteristics that differentiate the major orders of insects in Alaska; unique techniques for collecting insects as well as how to preserve them once they’re caught.

This camp is designed for students entering grades 7-12. Bring your own lunch.

Cost: $300 Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer/ youth-programs/ Contact: UAF Summer Sessions 474-7021 summer@uaf.edu

Kindermusik, Confetti Days Sponsor: Patty Roti, Licensed Kindermusik educator Ages: 3-5 years Dates and times: July 27-31; Morning session: 10-11:30 a.m. with parent participation for the last 30 minutes.

Evening session: 6-7:30 p.m. with parent participation for the last 30 minutes.

Location: Zion Lutheran Church

Description: Throw a new party every day. Ride a carousel inside the classroom. Play a balancing game and walk on the web of ropes. Do a musical move and freeze. Learn colors and sing the Spanish song “De Colures,” “Pop, Goes the Weasel,” and “Looby Loo.” Home materials: Home CD, pair of confetti bell instruments, story kit, and a set of picture folders.

Cost: $130 Introductory rate with 10 percent off with paid registration by May 10. Registration closes July 10.

Web site: www.kindermusik.com Contact: Patty Roti (907) 750-4749 proti17@hotmail.com

Kindermusik, Creatures in My Backyard Sponsor: Patty Roti, Licensed Kindermusik educator Ages: 18 months to 3 years Dates and times: June 22-26, Morning session: 10-11 a.m.; Evening session: 6-7 p.m.

Location: Zion Lutheran Church Description: Give children something to sing about in their own backyards. Be the flower from the “seed’s” perspective. Run and jump in rain puddles made from hula hoops.

Snack on whole wheat miniwaffles dipped in honey, just like a real honeycomb. Shoo real flies and sing “Shoo Fly.” Home materials: Home CD, bunny hand puppet, and a set of five picture folders.

Cost: $100 Introductory rate. 10% off with paid registration by May 10. Registration closes on June 5.

Web site: www.kindermusik.com Contact: Patty Roti (907) 750-4749 proti17@hotmail.com

Kindermusik, Peek-a-Boo! I Love You

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Sponsor: Patty Roti, licensed Kindermusik educator.

Ages: Newborn to 18 months Dates and times: June 1-5, Morning session: 10-11 a.m.; Evening session: 6-7 p.m.

Location: Zion Lutheran Church Description: More than just a curious story, Mother Goose games like peek-a-boo help babies understand language. In this special camp, uncover more ways to say “I love you” using American Sign Language, soap bubbles, and parent-baby dances.

Plus, parents can meet with other newborns and families in the community and learn how music improves the child development process.

Home Materials: Peek-A-Boo!

I Love You! board book, Home CD, duck wash mitt, baby duck Gertie ball, and poster from Kindermusik.com.

Cost: $100 introductory rate. 10 percent off with paid registration

by May 10. Registration closes May 15.

Web site: www.kindermusik.com Contact: Patty Roti (907) 750-4749 proti17@hotmail.com

Mad Scientist Day Camp Sponsor: Institute for Science and Mathematics Ages: 5-13, Grades K-8 Dates and times: Grades K-2: July 6-10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.; Grades 3-5: July 13-17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Grades 6-8: July 27-31, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Grades 3-8: Aug. 10-14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: 2925 Horner Court Description: Mad Scientist Day Camp offers a mixture of group explorations, games and independent studies to help campers explore, discover and invent in ways that make math and science fun.

The camp offers all the classic science experiments in biology, physics, chemistry, computers and robotics plus many opportunities to incorporate scientific principles into creative hands-on projects.

Cost: $190, half-day camp; $290, full-day camp Web site: www.scimathinstitute. org Contact: Mike Donaldson 479-6860 workshop@scimathinstitute.org

Alaska

Conservation Camps Day camp to promote conservation and to teach hands-on skills related to hunting, fishing, shooting and wildlife conservation.

Camps are Mon-Fri with an overnight campout. Each camp limited to 30 campers. Tuition is $175/camper.

(at Harding Lake) A CAMPING EXPERIENCE YOU’LL NEVER FORGET!

BASIC CAMP #1—June 1-5 (ages11-14) BASIC CAMP #2—June 8-12 (ages11-14) ADVANCED CAMP—June 15-19 (ages 12-16, completed Basic Camp or AK Hunter Ed) Registration Forms and Information: • Online at www.aimcomm.org (click on ACC) • ADF&G Regional Office (1300 College Rd, 459-7206) • ADF&G Indoor Shooting Range (1501 College Rd) • Phone 459-7292 or email camp@aimcomm.org

Spaces are still available for the following camps:

Dates

Outdoor Skills Camp Junior Camp Adventure Camp H20 Camp Explorers Camp Discovery Camp

5-7 4-6 7-10 8-12 3-6 4-7

June 14-19 June 21-26 July 5-10 July 12-17 July 19-24 July 26-31

Call 479-0562 or check our website www.binglecamp.org for registration, information and prices.

Scholarships are available.

The Alaska Conservation Camp is sponsored by: • Alaska Department of Fish & Game (ADF&G) • Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska • Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee (AIM-COMM) • Friends of NRA • And many community sponsors and volunteers!

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Parent-Teen Mediation Training Sponsor: North Star Youth Mediation Ages: 12-18, Adults may register on a space-available basis.

Dates and times: July 7-10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Randy Smith Middle School Description: Parent-Teen mediation provides an opportunity for family members to work out conflicts constructively.

This training session will teach participants skills necessary to conduct mediations between teens and parents. The instructor will be Marc Steiner, a nationally recognized authority on parent-teen mediations. Prerequisite: Peer & Victim-Offender Mediation training.

Cost: Free to youth; Adults-$100 or 10 volunteer hours with the mediation program Web site: www.northstaryouthcourt.org/mediation.html Contact: Betty Noreen 457-6798 mediation@northstaryouthcourt. org

Peer and Victim-Offender Mediation Training

Project Safety Net Video Camp

Sponsor: North Star Youth Mediation Ages: 12-18, Adults may register on a space available basis.

Dates and times: June 1-5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location: Randy Smith Middle School Description: Mediation training teaches critical skills in communication and conflict resolution.

Youth are trained to co-facilitate cases involving youth offenders and victims or peers with a dispute. Mediating the underlying problems of conflict can promote understanding and mutual agreement. Youth attending this training will learn new ways to resolve and avoid future problems.

Cost: Free to youth; Adults-$100 or 10 volunteer hours with the mediation program Web site: www.northstaryouthcourt.org/mediation.html Contact: Betty Noreen 457-6798 mediation@northstaryouthcourt. org

Sponsor: Joel’s Place youth center and indoor skate park, DTL Films, Mental Health Trust Authority Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: July 26-31; noon to 6 p.m.

Location: 1890 Marika Road, Fairbanks Description: Participants will learn how to make a 30-second and one minute public service announcement and a documentary about the camp.

The issue we will explore is providing a safety net for runaway and homeless youth. It will give a voice to those who have lived in shelters, suffered from mental health issues or have felt disconnected from the community. Apply for acceptance in July. (Limited to 25 participants.)

Cost: Free Web site: www. joelsplacealaska. org Contact: Linda Setterberg 452-2621 linda.joelsplace@gmail.com

Spanish For Young Adventurers Sponsor: UAF Summer Sessions Ages: 7-10 Dates and times: June 15-26, 9 a.m.-noon, daily Location: UAF Campus Description: Want to take advantage of your youngster’s innate ability to absorb language? Camp is held on the UAF campus for three hours each weekday morning over the course of two weeks, and includes games, musical activities, food preparation, and outdoor activities, all in a friendly and patient environment. No prior experience with the Spanish language is necessary.

Instructor, Siri Engstrom, has a master’s degree in Spanish and has more than 10 years experience teaching and living in Spanishspeaking countries.

Cost: $350 Web site: www.uaf.edu/summer/ youth-programs/ Contact: UAF Summer Sessions 474-7021 summer@uaf.edu

Summer 2009 Attorney Training Sponsor: North Star Youth Court

Grade 1–3 3–4 4–6

Survivor Camp

7–10

Dates Aug 2– Aug 4 July 26– Aug 1 Session 1: July 26– Aug 1 Session 2: Aug 2– 8 Aug 2– 8

Wild Rose Summer Camp Sponsor: Susan Kerndt Ages: 5-15 Dates and times: Dates and times: 1st session: ages 5-7, June 22-26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 2nd session: ages 8-15, June 29-July 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 3rd session: ages 8-15, July 6-10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 4th session, ages 5-7, July 13-17,

Girl Scout Camp at Lost Lake Mile 58.5 Richardson Hwy HCR 10 Fairbanks, AK 99701

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Camp Teddy Bear Camp GS Brownie Adventures GS Junior Camps

Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: June 15-19, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Location: Randy Smith Middle School, room 117 Description: This training will prepare youth to prosecute and defend real criminal cases of first time juvenile offenders.

Upon completion of the training class and passing an exam, each student will be sworn into the bar association. A mock trial will conclude the class for new attorneys to practice their skills.

Cost: Free Web site: www.northstaryouthcourt.org Contact: Janelle Perry 457-6792 nsycpd@mosquitonet.com

Full Day Summer Sports Camps & Evening Classes Offering classes in: We Birt Host h Par day ties !

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10 a.m.- 3 p.m.; Location: 1.5 Mile Sheep Creek Road, 3 miles west of UAF Description: Wild Rose Summer Camp is an outdoor educational camp providing children with an enthusiastic experience of nature coupled with a creative arts program.

Children will participate in many art activities including felting with wool fiber, painting on silk, batik, plant dyeing on natural fibers, string games, papermaking from plants, marbling, T-shirt tie-dyeing, block printing, copper foil embossing, candle dipping, book binding, marbling, and pottery.

Afternoons are filled with games, hiking, nature study, plant and bird identification, insect and garden study, beekeeping, puppetry, and storytelling. Children will also participate in building, cooking and firing pottery in an outdoor mud oven. Space is limited, apply early.

Cost: $265 (includes all materials) Contact: Susan Kerndt 479-6363

DAY CAMPS Camp Habitat Sponsor: Northern Alaska Environmental Center, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Friends of Creamer’s Field Ages: 4-11 Dates and times: Nature Sprouts I: June 15-19; Nature Sprouts II: June 22-26, Ages 4-5 ($110); Nature Detectives I: July 6-10; Nature Detectives II: July 13-17; Nature Detectives III: July 20-24, Ages 6-7 ($185); Water Striders I: July 6-10; Water Striders II: July 13-17; Water Striders III: July 20-24, Ages 8-9 ($235); Refuge Adventurers: July 13-17, Ages 10-11 ($235); Half-day program: 9 a.m.-noon; Full-day program: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: Creamer’s Field Migratory Bird Refuge Description: Nature Sprouts half-day program (Ages 4-5): Children explore Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge through developmentally appropriate hands-on activities and

Mini Camp

Grades 1-3 June 28-30

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3 days & 2 nights $125

Call 479-0562 or check www.binglecamp.org for registration & information

games. Participants experience the wonders of the natural world through sensory exploration, discovery hikes, ecology-themed games, songs and creative craft projects.

Day Camp Program (Ages 611): Young people learn about the natural history of Interior Alaska through engaging activities, games, hikes, projects and guest speakers. Youth explore the natural world through themes such as plants, animals, birds, fish, habitats, and people and the environment.

Cost: $110-$235 (Contact Camp Habitat for scholarship information) Web site: www.northern.org Contact: Adele Wiejaczka (907) 452-5021 ext.32 campdirector@northern.org

Cloverbud Day Camp Sponsor: 4-H Ages: Grades K-2 completed Dates and times: July 13-15, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location: Georgeson Botanical Gardens Description: This day camp will present adventure in the out-ofdoors with the security of evenings at home. Nature observations, crafts, and games are designed for the interest and attention span of this age group. Fun is the key ingredient.

Cost: $35 for 4-H members; $40 for non 4-H members Contact: Marla Lowder or Debbie Tindell 474-2427 or 474-2420 fndft@uaf.edu

Cubs of the Roundtable: Knights and Dragons Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council Boy Scouts of America Ages: 7-10 boys (sisters welcome too).

Dates and times: June 3-6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Birch Hill Recreation Area Description: Cub Scout Day Camp is where Cub Scouts participate in individual and team sports, games, crafts, explore nature and work on achievements, electives and activity badges. In keeping with the theme, Knights of the Roundtable participants will go on a quest to save the kingdom.

Cost: $75 per child Contact: Sven Gilkey 452-1976 sven.gilkey@scouting.org

Curious Minds Want to Know!

Sponsor: Young Learners Preschool Ages: 3-5 Dates and times: July 13-17, Princess Training Camp; Morning session, 9 a.m.-noon; Afternoon session, 1-4 p.m.; July 27-31, ABC & 123 Artists, 9 a.m.- noon; July 2731, Pirate Treasure Camp, 1-4 p.m.

Location: Young Learners Preschool, 209 Forty Mile Ave., Fairbanks Description: A unique and exciting week of adventure awaits curious minds at Young Learners summer camps. Each week we will explore a new theme with games, literature, art, music and projects designed to inspire children. Your child will enjoy a week of enriched

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Family music and movement for infants-5 yrs. + parent Mondays: June 1-July 13 Mondays 10-10:45 OR Mondays 11-11:45

$135 1st child (includes materials)

JP SK8 Camp

$105 @ additional sibling.

Infants under 8 mos. free with a registered sibling.

Contact: Suzi Lozo 479-7234 suzilozo@yahoo.com • www.musictogether.com Music Together art & logo design copyright © 1992-2009 Music Together LLC. Music Together is a registered trademark.

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Pre-registration required by May 15. Max. class size =12 Artisan’s Courtyard • 1755 Westwood Way

June 8-26 $400 July 6-24 $400 Noon-6 p.m. M-F **Ages 10-14** Includes breakfast, lunch and a complete skate board

More info 452-2621 1890 Marika www.joelsplace.org

learning and meet new friends.

Cost: $155 per camp, includes all supplies Web site: www.young-learnerspreschool.com Contact: Michelle Spillane 456-4477, 590-2543 younglearnerspreschool@yahoo. com

Kindermusik and Dance Camp Sponsor: Dance Arts Academy Ages: 5-8 Dates and times: July 13-24, 10 a.m.-noon, Mon.-Fri. Location: 2017 South Cushman Suite 100 Description: Using a small-group approach to music and dance education, Kindermusik for the Young Child provides a pressure-free class where your child can develop a strong musical foundation by learning the concepts, language, notation, and vocabulary of music.

You will see your child dance expressively to music, giving him the practice he needs to coordinate his body movements to the sound of music. This kind of musical play not only improves musicianship, but his physical coordination as well as reading and writing.

Cost: $220 Web site: www.danceartsacademy. net Contact: Jodine Hart 457-3262

North Star Ballet Summer Dance Intensive Sponsor: North Star Ballet Ages: 12-19 Dates and times: June 15-July 10, All day program.

Location: North Star Ballet Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds Description: The program will include daily ballet classes as well as classes in modern, jazz and Pilates. Students will participate in ballet and modern repertory classes in preparation for a performance to conclude the session.

Additional classes will cover dance history and related subjects.

Cost: $1200 Contact: Kristina Dutcher (907) 451-8800 nsdf@polarnet.com

Northern Lights Gymnastics & Dance Sports Camp Sponsor: Northern Lights Gymnastics & Dance Ages: 5-17 Dates and times: May 20-Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with early drop off and late pick up available.

Location: 1531 Richardson Hwy, North Pole

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Description: Full-day Summer sports camps are offered Mon.Fri. all summer long or by the week and includes gymnastics, cheerleading, ballet, tap, jazz, hiphop, drama, theater, arts & crafts.

Evening classes are offered in gymnastics, cheerleading, ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and breakdancing.

Cost: Varies Contact: Paul Agar (907) 490-6544

Summer Dance Camp Sponsor: Dance Arts Academy Ages: 4-7, 8-12, 13-17 Dates and times: June 15-26, 10 a.m.-noon, Mon.-Fri. Location: 2017 South Cushman St., Suite 100 Description: The dance camp provides a variety of dance forms: hip hop, breakdance, musical theater, tap, and many more. Dance camp is a fun and exciting way to introduce and provide the opportunity for students to explore the world of dance. Come and learn about the arts and develop your creative skills as you discover more about yourself and the joy dance brings. A performance completes the two week summer camp.

Cost: $220 Web site: www.danceartsacademy. net Contact: Jodine Hart 457-3262

Bible Soccer Clinic

Bingle Camp at Harding Lake Sponsor: Bingle Camp Ministries Ages: Ages: 4-17 Dates and times: June 14-19, Outdoor Skills Camp; June 2126, Junior Camp; June 28-30, Mini Camp; July 3-5, Just U and Me Camp; July 5-10, Adventure Camp; July 11-18, Canoe Camp; July 12-17, H20 Camp; July 19-24, Explorers Camp; July 26-31, Discovery Camp.

Location: Harding Lake Description: Bingle Camp at Harding Lake has been offering faith-based summer camping programs since 1953.

Most camps offer waterfront time, swimming, canoeing, tubing and the Iceberg! In addition, daily programming can include arts and crafts, outdoor education, low rope team building, traditional camping and archery.

Each individual camp has its own unique programming. Visit our web site for more detailed infor-

mation.

Cost: $125-$350 Web site: www.binglecamp.org Contact: Lisa Eldridge, administrative manager 479-0562 director@binglecamp.org

Boomerang Express Vacation Bible School Sponsor: Door of Hope Church (non-denominational) Ages: Grades K-5 (last grade completed) Dates and times: June 1-5, 9:159:30 a.m. Pre-registration; camp, 9:30 a.m.-noon daily; June 6, 6 p.m.; June 7, 10 a.m.

Location: Door of Hope Church, 270 Fairhill Road, Fairbanks Description: Vacation Bible School will have an emphasis on Australia. “Kidaroos” will be grouped by age and led by “Outback Guides” as they travel to five different stations - Bible story, crafts, missions, music, and snack/ memory verse.

Cost: Free Web site: www.doorofhopechurch. org Contact: Angela Hufford 907-457-4673, ext. 244 angie@doorofhopechurch.org

Junction, Camp Baldwin is in a traditional camp setting with studies, activities, and Bible lessons.

Amenities include bath houses, dining room/kitchen, recreation area, bunk houses, etc.

Counselors/caregivers are trained summer missionaries who travel to Alaska to serve the Lord.

Cost: $65-$100 Web site: www.tananavalleybaptistassociation.com Contact: Sandy Buchanan 474-4989 sec@tananavalleybaptistassociation.com

Camp Journey ‘Transformers’ Sponsor: Journey Christian Church Ages: Grades 3-6 Dates and times: June 17, 1 p.m. to June 20 at noon Location: Twin Bears Campground Description: This is an overnight camp. Activities will include swimming, hiking, and having fun while also learning how God wants us to transform our minds in order to transform our daily

behavior.

Camp topics will cover obeying parents, fairness, working/serving others, and proper language.

Cost: $40 Contact: Michael Edmunds 687-7714 kidstuf@acsalaska.net

Camp Kitov Sponsor: Congregation Or HaTzafon Ages: 6-12 Dates and times: June 22-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: 1744 Aurora Ave., Fairbanks Description: Camp Kitov includes Jewish education and activities in a fun summer environment with lots of outdoor activities mixed with indoor crafts.

Cost: Members: $125 first child & $100 second child / Non-members $175 first child & $150 second child Web site: www.mosquitonet. com/~orhatzafon/ Contact: Congregation Or HaTzafon 456-1002 orhatzafon@mosquitonet.com

Camp Baldwin Sponsor: Tanana Valley Baptist Association Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: June 24-26, grades K-2; June 29-July 3, grades 3- 4; July 6-10, grades 5-6; July 13-17, grades 7-8; and July 20-24, grades 9-12.

Location: Delta Junction Description: Located near Delta

July 3-5 Ages 4-10 w/adult • $150 An adult child weekend Designed to encourage your relationship

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Dates and times: Aug. 10-14; 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location: FYSA soccer fields Description: It’s soccer fun for beginners or seasoned players.

Develop skills and strengthen fundamentals in a positive, encouraging environment. Come and have fun with soccer, snacks, and Bible stories. This clinic will be led by the Oklahoma Baptist University Women’s Soccer Team.

Cost: $20 per player Contact: Becky Iles 456-4542 friendship.baptist.mission@ acsalaska.net

Download registration forms at www.binglecamp.org or contact office at 479-0562

Sponsor: Friendship Baptist Mission, 1465 Lacey St. Ages: U-6 to U7-19, boys and girls

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Summer Fun for Kids Camp Li-Wa

Sponsor: Victory Ministries of Alaska Ages: Entering grades K-12 in the fall.

Dates and times: June 15-Aug. 7 Location: 1/2 mile Chena Hot Springs Road Description: Camp Li-Wa offers weekly camps with traditional camp activities — either day only or overnight — and teaches basic Christian values. Activities include canoeing, archery, riflery, horsemanship, dirtboarding, climbing wall, crafts, nature studies, water activities and much more. Speciality camps teaching horsemanship skills or wilderness camping are available.

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Cost: $140 to $360 Web site: www.campliwa.org Contact: Ted Franke 457-6059 info@campliwa.org

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Castles & Crowns: A Royal Adventure Vacation Bible School Sponsor: Fairbanks Seventh Day Adventist Church Ages: 4-12 Dates and times: June 28-July 2, 6-8:30 p.m.

Location: Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1811 Farmers Loop Description: Children will take a royal adventure through the character of God by learning about kings and Queens of the Bible.

Cost: Free.

Contact: Leola Gillette 479-6070 fairbanksadventist@acsalaska.

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Sponsor: Alaska Wilderness Youth Camps, Inc. Ages: Grades Kindergarten-12 Dates and times: Day Camp: June 27 (grades K-2); Overnight camps: Camp No. 2, July 12-17 (Grades 3-5); Camp No. 3, July 19-24 (Grades 8-12); Camp No. 4, July 26-31 (Grades 5-7).

Location: 37 Mile Elliott Highway Description: Globe Creek Camp is nestled in the Globe Creek Valley just north of Wickersham Dome and offers weeklong overnight camps for grades 3-12 and one Day Camp for K-2. Our programs include challenge course, archery, mountain hiking, geo-caching, orienteering, team building and solid Bible teaching. To find more information and to register visit our web site: www.globecreekcamp.com Cost: $25-$215 Web site: www.globecreekcamp. com Contact: Mike Dynes or Steve Bouldin 488-0671, 488-0525

Hamilton Acres Baptist School Sponsor: Hamilton Acres Baptist Church Ages: 3-12 Dates and times: May 18-Aug. 21; Open 6:45 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.Fri. Location: 138 Farewell Ave., Hamilton Acres, Fairbanks Description: A safe, faith-based environment with a fenced playground where children can learn and have fun all summer long.

Activities include story times, crafts, games and field trips.

Cost: $565/month; Call for other rates.

Web site: akhabc.com Contact: Grant Cochran 456-5995 habs@alaska.net

Open Arms School Age Summer Program Sponsor: Open Arms Child Development Center Ages: 5-10 years (Kindergarten must be completed).

Dates and times: May 20-Aug.

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Sponsor: Fairhill Community Church of God Ages: Grades K-4 Dates and times: June 22-26, 1-5 p.m.

Location: 101 City Lights Blvd, Fairbanks Description: Each day at Studio Go! kids will participate in

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Location: 2980 Davis Road, Fairbanks Description: The Summer School Age program consists of all day activities ranging from sports and arts to field trips and academic refreshers all summer long.

Breakfast, lunch and two snacks provided daily. The goal of the program is to provide fun, safe and organized activities that teaches Christ’s love in all situations.

Cost: $639 a month, plus a $75 monthly activity fee (June & July) Registration fee: $25.

Web site: www.zionfairbanks.org/ open_arms.htm Contact: Emily Main 455-9466 openarms@gci.net

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large-group music, skits and fun where they will be introduced to a Bible story and life focus. After the other activities of the day, kids will gather back in Studio Go! to review, be encouraged, and be motivated to go out and serve others.

Cost: Free Web site: www.vacationbibleschool.com/Fairhill Contact: Melissa or church office 907-457-5522 fairhillccg@acsalaska.net

The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything Vacation Bible School Sponsor: Fairbanks Lutheran Church Ages: 4 years to 6th grade Dates and times: June 8-12; 9:30 a.m.-noon Location: 1012 Cowles Street Description: Calling All Heroes!

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Summer Fun for Kids adventure through breathtaking Bible stories, lively worship, action-packed games, amazing science experiments, and make crafts that you will treasure for years to come. Our theme verse is “I can do all things through Christ because he gives me strength.”

Phillippians 4:13 Cost: Free Contact: Sharon Lockwood 452-3425 youthfairluth@gci.net

FAMILY / GROUP CAMPS Calypso Farm Family & Small Group Field Trips Sponsor: Calypso Farm & Ecology Center Ages: Children/families Dates and times: All summer by appointment Location: 4780 Old Nenana

Highway Description: Bring your family or small group to Calypso Farm to have a fun-filled two-hour to onehalf day field trip. Choose to visit with our sheep, goats and chicken, take a nature hike through the boreal forest, explore the gardens and greenhouse, make pizza, or learn about natural dyeing.

Cost: $4-$6 per person depending on field trip Web site: www.calypsofarm.org Contact: Anne M. Castle 451-0691 info@calypsofarm.org

Lost Lake Cub Scout Family Camp Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America Ages: Grades 1-5 and family members Dates and times: June 19-20 Location: 58.5 miles south of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway at the end of Lost Lake

Road Description: Come enjoy the fun and excitement of Indiana Cub in search for the Law of the Pack.

Explore the many adventures of Lost Lake including swimming and boating to the next adventure, shooting your way out of trouble, and using your archery skills.

Cost: $75 per youth adult pair / $25 for each additional family member Web site: www.midnightsunbsa. org Contact: Shari Crismore (907) 452-1976 scrismor@bsamail.org

Raiders of the Lost Pancreas: Diabetes Family Camp Sponsor: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital’s Diabetes Center and Lost Lake Camp Ages: Family Camp: All ages welcome.

Children 9 and older may attend unaccompanied by an adult with prior arrangements.

Dates and times: June 29, afternoon check-in to July 2, morning check-out.

Location: Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp Description: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital’s Diabetes Center presents the Raiders of the Lost Pancreas camp at Lost Lake to teach your family techniques to traverse the perils and pitfalls of diabetes. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, archery, and a shooting range. An exciting 43foot climbing tower and a 475-foot zip line.

Cost: Individuals, $250; family of 2, $300; family of 3, $450; family of 4, $550; each additional family member is $100. Children age 3 and under are free.

Contact: Shari Crismore 907-452-1976 scrismore@bsamail.org

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Summer Fun for Kids FINE ARTS CAMPS Ballet/Pointe

Sponsor: Dance Arts Academy Ages: 12-Adult Dates and times: June 9-July 24; Tues. & Thurs.; 6-7:30 p.m.

Location: 2017 South Cushman St., Suite.100 Description: In an atmosphere of encouragement and fun, students are motivated to strive for excellence in technique, grace, and poise with additional emphasis on posture, strength, energy, proper body alignment, vocabulary, and history.

Cost: $216 Web site: www.danceartsacademy. net Contact: Jodine Hart 457-3262

Creative Dance Camp Sponsor: North Star Ballet Ages: 7-9 Dates and times: Two one-week sessions: May 26-30, ages 4-6; June 1-5. Both sessions meet 9

a.m.-noon Location: 1800 College Road Tanana Valley Fairgrounds Description: North Star Ballet Creative Dance Camp provides a comprehensive introduction to a fairy tale ballet, Carnival of the Animals, a zoological fantasy composed by Camille Saint-Saens.

In one week, children will help illustrate their very own books as they re-create the story through movement and dance. Through various activities and art projects the children will learn about the music, the setting and costuming that all add to the beauty of ballet. The week culminates with a dance demonstration where the children experience the thrill of performance as a choreographer, costume designer and dancer.

Cost: $150 per session Contact: Ruth Merriman 907-451-8800 nsdf@polarnet.com

Drama Project 2009 Sessions 1 & 2 Sponsor: Fairbanks Drama Association Ages: 5-7, 8-10 and 11-14 years Dates and times: Session 1:

“Building Lives Worth Living” for 50 years.

*Overnight camp. All others 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily.

Cost $140 $200 $200 $215 $280 $280 $280 $280 $360 $280 $360

July 27–Aug. 1 June 22–27 July 13–15 July 20–25 June 29–July 4 June 15–19 Aug. 3–7 July 6–11

$360 $360 $195 $360 $360 $300 $300 $360

Fairbanks Suzuki Institute Sponsor: Fairbanks Symphony Association Ages: Ages 4-18 Dates and times: May 31- June 5; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks Description: Enrollment is open to violin, viola, cello, and flute students who currently study the Suzuki literature or who are playing comparable literature.

Students take three core classes and also have the option to take enrichment classes. There are daily recitals as well as an evening faculty and chamber music recitals.

Cost: $290-$425 Web site: www.suzukifairbanks. com Contact: Sally Endestad 479-6634 sendestad@hotmail.com

FLOT Jr. Sponsor: Fairbanks Light Opera Theater Ages: 8-14 Dates and times: May 31-June

Alaska Volleyball Camps Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills Camps USA Volleyball Girls High Performance Development Camp

For complete 2009 camp and registration information:

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nationally renowned, Alaskan bluegrass band, “Bearfoot” (www. bearfootband.com) and talented local musicians. Group and individual instruction is given in bluegrass fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo, bass, and vocals. Members of the Bearfoot band have taught thousands of kids throughout the U.S., Canada, and Ireland. An evening square dance is part of the fun and a final student concert showcases the students’ musical progress.

Cost: $200 Web site: www.fairbanksfolkfest. org Contact: Pete Bowers 907-455-6528 pbowers@alaska.net

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Sponsor: Fairbanks Drama Association Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: July 13-Aug. 2, 1-6 p.m.

Location: Riverfront Theatre, 1852 Second Ave. Description: This three-week program is an actual production class for young people ages 12-18 years. The class will rehearse and perform the play; “Kidnapped in London” by Timothy Mason on July 31, Aug. 1 & 2.

Cost: $225 Contact: Peggy Ferguson 451-4378 pegferguson@gci.net

Sponsor: Fairbanks Folk Fest, Inc. Ages: 5-17 Dates and times: June 22-25, Location: Unitarian Fellowship Hall, 4448 Pike’s Landing Road Description: The sixth annual camp provides a fun four days of bluegrass music instruction and performances led by the hot young

The Best Week of Your Summer!

Dates July 13–15 Aug. 3–7 June 15–19 June 15–19 July 27–Aug. 1 July 20–25 July 20–25 June 29–July 4 June 29–July 4 July 6–11 July 6–11

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Fairbanks Bluegrass Camp for Kids

Accredited by: American Camping Association & Certified Horsemanship Association Member of: Christian Camp & Conference Association

Grade In Fall Camp Name K–1 Discovery Days 1–2 Discovery Days 2–3 Discovery Days A 2–3 Discovery Days B (Wed. Overnight) 3–4 Base Camp* 4–5 Base Camp* 5–6 Base Camp* 6–7 Jr. High Skills* 6–7 Jr. High Expedition* 8–9 Jr. High Skills* 8–9 Jr. High Expedition* RANCH CAMPS 4 Ranch Camp* 4–5 Ranch Camp* 4–12** Equestrian Days 5–6 Ranch Camp* 6–7 Jr. High Ranch* 6–12** Wild West Days (Wed. Overnight) 7–12 Wild West Days (Wed. Overnight) 8–9 Jr. High Ranch*

June 15-26; Session 2: June 29July 10. Class times for both sessions: 9 a.m.-noon (age 5-7); 9 a.m.-noon (age 8-10); 1-4 p.m. (age 11-14) Location: Riverfront Theatre, 1852 Second Ave. Description: Each two-week fun session features a professional theatre training program which includes the study of character development, story building, theatre games and theatre performance using newly developed vocal and physical skills.

Cost: $150 per session Contact: Peggy Ferguson 451-4378 pegferguson@gci.net

5, ages 12-14; June 7-12, ages 811; June 14-19, ages 8-11. Each camp runs daily from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Location: Dance Theater Fairbanks, 656 Seventh Ave., in the old City Fire Station.

Description: FLOT Jr. is a series of weeklong, age-specific summer camps that teach the basics of musical theater like: acting, singing, dancing, make-up, scene painting, and making props. Each camp will rehearse for a performance to be held at the end of the week.

Cost: $125 Web site: www.flot.org Contact: Sarah Hoover or Rhonda Boynton (907) 456-FLOT FairbanksLightOperaTheatre@ yahoo.com

Groundlings Summer Camp Sponsor: Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre Ages: 12-18 Dates and times: July 21-Aug. 9, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily Location: The Empress Theatre in the Co-Op building Description: The Groundlings Summer Drama Camp gives students exciting, professional training in theatre. Participants learn about acting, stage combat, Shakespeare and more. All classes are taught by trained theatre professionals. The culmination of the camp will be a full production of Shakespeare’s classic comedy, “As You Like It.” Cost: $450 Web site: www.fstalaska.org Contact: Anne Thibault 907-457-7638 anne@fstalaska.org

Hip Hop/Breakdance Sponsor: Dance Arts Academy Ages: 10-Adult Dates and times: June 9-July 24; 4:30-6 p.m., Tues. & Thurs.

Location: 2017 South Cushman St., Suite 100 Description: Beginning and intermediate level Hip-Hop and Break Dancing instruction includes technique, style and choreography. The most popular moves will be taught, including: up rock, ticking, locking, centipede, six step, wave, hurricane, rope pull, worm, kip up, popping, helicopter, the wall, puppet, rubberband, robot, backspin, collapse, moon walk, jester kicks, and much more. No previous dance experience required.

Cost: $216 Contact: Jodine Hart 457-3262

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Summer Fun for Kids Summer Session

Music Together of the North Sponsor: Music Together Ages: Infant-5 years with a parent Dates and times: Seven Mondays: June 1-July 13, 10-10:45 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m.

Location: Artisan’s Courtyard, 1755 Westwood Way (off College Road) Description: Music Together is a family-based, mixed-age music and movement class for children ages infant-5 years and their parent(s).

Participants are provided with quality, research-based recorded music and visual materials to reinforce the learning process. Classes are 45 minutes long and meet once weekly for seven Mondays.

Class size is limited to 12 and preregistration is required.

Cost: $135-first child (includes materials) / $105 additional sibling / infants under 8 months free with sibling Web site: musictogether.com Contact: Suzi Lozo 479-7234 suzilozo@yahoo.com

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Sponsor: Outside the Line, Youth Art Ages: 7-16 (Under 7, provisionally) Dates and times: July 13-17, 9:30 a.m.-noon or 1:30-4 p.m.

Location: Studio, 485 Ballaine Road Description: New projects will be introduced this session in drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting, design, artist’s choice, and found object sculpture. Fun, individual attention and education is combined in a spacious studio in natural surroundings. Call for a pre-visit. Limit 9 students..

Cost: Early Bird, $170 by May 31 /$185 after May 31.

Web site: outsidetheline.com Contact: Marionette Stock 479-6420 marionette@alaska.net

Summer Dance Camp Sponsor: Mo Holland Dance Studio Ages: 7-14 Dates and times: June 8-26, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Mon., Wed. & Fri. Location: 914 College Road Description: Campers will learn

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jazz, tap, ballet and musical theatre. There will be a performance for family and friends, June 26.

Cost: $300 Web site: www.mohollanddance. com Contact: Mo Holland 452-5678

Tahitian Dance Sponsor: Dance Arts Academy Ages: 12-adult Dates and times: June 9-July 24, Tues. & Thurs., 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Location: 2017 South Cushman St., Suite 100 Description: Tahitian dance is a dynamic theater art with fast movement and rhythmic vitality.

Students will learn the fundamentals of Ori Tahiti, history of the dance, basic hip isolations and arm gestures, culminating in a short routine.

Cost: $144 Web site: danceartsacademy.net Contact: Jodine Hart 457-3262

UAF Summer

Music Camp Sponsor: Fairbanks Symphony Association and UAF Department of Music Ages: Grades 6-12 Dates and times: June 7-19, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Location: UAF Campus Description: This is an intensive two-week program of musical education for students who have finished grades 6-12 and have played their instrument at least one full year. Students learn at their own unique style and pace while enjoying many performance opportunities.

Cost: $500; Room and board is an additional $900.

Contact: Linda Harriger 907-474-7555 fymusic@uaf.edu

UAF Visual Art Academy Sponsor: University of Alaska Fairbanks, College of Liberal Arts Ages: Grades 6-12 Dates and times: June 8-19, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Sponsor: Fairbanks Weavers & Spinners Guild Ages: Ages: 6-9, 8-15, 9-15 age groups depending on class.

Dates and times: Dates and times: May 26-29 (four days); June

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• Mystery Night program in the fall for all teens • Programs at selected libraries Sponsored by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Library

Sign-up for this free program begins May 20!

• Read or listen to book of your choice each week and earn a weekly incentive • Weekly programs with entertaining guests (including evening programs at selected libraries) • Earn a FREE book by reading all weeks of the program • Special ending event for all participants • 3rd to 6th graders: weekly drawings for cool prizes • Fun activities for any time: library clue search and guessing contest (at selected libraries)

Sign-up for the FREE and FUN program begins

Wednesday, May 20, 2009!

Sponsored by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Library, with generous support from local businesses.

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Location: UAF Art Department Studios Description: The UAF Art Department will host an intensive visual arts program for students grades 6-12. Our faculty of professional Alaskan visual artists will be teaching classes in: computer art, animation, digital photography, painting, printmaking, sculpture & 3-D design, ceramics, metalsmithing, drawing and design.

Cost: $575 full days / $340 half days Web site: www.uaf.edu/art/ artacademy/ Contact: Todd Sherman or Kathy Dixon (907) 474-7530 fyart@uaf.edu

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1-5; June 8-12; June 15-19 June 22-26; June 29-July 3; July 6-10; July 27-31; Aug 3-7, and Aug. 10-14. Morning and afternoon sessions-9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.

Location: Weaving Studio, Room 219 Lathrop Building, 516 Second Ave., Fairbanks Description: Weeklong classes for three hours each day that present concepts in art and craft through specific projects that develop youths’ confidence and skill.

Cost: $80 per session with noon supervision an additional $10 per session Web site: www.fairbanksweavers.org Contact: Penny Wakefield Weaving Studio: 452-7737

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OVERNIGHT CAMPS 4-H Jr. Jamboree Midnight Sung Fu Sponsor: 4-H Ages: Grades 4-8 Dates and times: June 22 (6 p.m.) - June 25 (11:30 a.m.)

Location: Twin Bears Camp 30 mile Chena Hot Springs Road Description: Youth will rotate through classes based on the arts of the Orient. There will swimming, crafts, games, skits and campfires, and fun.

Cost: 4-H member, $90; Non 4-H, $105 Contact: Marla Lowder or Debbie Tindell 474-2427 or 474-2420 fndft@uaf.edu

Camp Jessie Bloom Girl Scout Camp Sponsor: Farthest North Girl Scout Council Ages: 5-15 (Girls going into first grade and up) Dates and times: Teddy Bear

Camp (grades1-3), Aug. 2-4; Girl Scout/Brownie Adventures (grades 3-4), July 26-Aug. 1; Girl Scout Junior Camps (grades 4-6), Session 1: July 26-Aug. 1; Session 2: Aug. 2-8: Survivor Camp (Girls ages 13-plus who are no longer GS Juniors). Aug. 2-8.

Location: Lost Lake Camp, 58.5 miles south of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway.

Description: Camp Jessie Bloom offers an Interior residential camp experience set in a fun and safe environment. Girls swim and canoe on the lake, hike on the trails, and do traditional camp activities like campfires, crafts, cook-outs and more. This camp is open to all girls, not just Girl Scouts.

Cost: Teddy Bear Camp- $210, Brownie Adventures- $310, Junior Camps- $310, Survivor Camp$335 Web site: www.fairbanksgirlscouts.org/programs/camp.html Contact: Claire Lehto 907-465-4782 fngsc3@alaska.com

Kids Fly Fishing Camp Sponsor: Midnight Sun Fly CastBrought to you by Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s Theatre, Inc.

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An intensive and fun theatre training program for children and young people, ages 5–18, featuring a professional teaching staff.

Earn badges, be healthy, and have some fun!

at The Riverfront Theatre (1852 Second Ave.)

6-Week Session:

Class 1 5–7 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon Class 2 8–10 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon Class 3 11–14 yrs.

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration fee: $150 per student for the two week program.

Class size limited to 15 students.

Session #1 • June 15– June 26 (Classes Mon.– Fri.)

Summer June 2 – July 9 Class Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.

UAF Patty Ice Arena

Session #2 • June 29 – July 10 (Classes Mon.– Fri.) Class 1 5–7 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon Class 2 8–10 yrs.

9:00 a.m.–Noon Class 3 11–14 yrs.

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration fee: $150 per student for the two week program.

Class size limited to 15 students.

Single Session Rates: 6 lessons.............................$99 12 lessons.........................$189

Rental Skates Available

Session #3 • For Young People ages 12 through 18 years The Ensemble Theatre Company Class

Forms are available at the Big Dipper Ice Arena, 19th & Lathrop

Class Dates: July 13 through August 2 Classes Mon–Fri., 1–6 p.m. • Class size limited to 30 students.

Registration fee: $225 for the three week program.

or www.FairbanksFSC.org For more information, call 488-2130

Performances of “Kidnapped in London” by Timothy Mason on July 31, August 1 and 2.

For information, phone 456-PLAY

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All classes for DRAMA PROJECT are held in the Riverfront Theatre— 1852 Second Avenue. REGISTRATION BROCHURES will be available May 1.

ers Ages: 10-16; Kids 10-13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Dates and times: May 29-31 Location: Twin Bears Camp-30 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road Description: Campers learn fly casting, fly tying, knot tying, fishing ethics and entomology (match the hatch).

Cost: $80 Contact: Ken Ulz 907-457-6793 kenulz@mosquitonet.com

Lost Lake Camp Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America Ages: ages 11-18 Dates and times: Three oneweek sessions: June 22-27; July 5-10 and July 12-17.

Location: 58.5 Miles South of Fairbanks on the Richardson Highway at the end of Lost Lake Road Description: Come and enjoy the excitement of Lost Lake. The waterfront has swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and sailing. The shooting range has shotguns, 22s, muzzle loaders, and archery.

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Handicraft has an assortment of merit badges along with Scoutcraft and nature. There is an exciting 43-foot climbing tower and a 475-foot zipline.

Cost: $265 with Troop / $285 individual Web site: www.midnightsunbsa. org Contact: Shari Crismore (907) 452-1976 scrismor@bsamail.org

Operation Purple Camp Sponsor: National Military Family Association hosted by Armed Services YMCA Ages: 9-15 Dates and times: July 19-24 Location: Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp Description: This is a five-night summer camp for military children. Campers will be able to experience traditional camp activities such as swimming, marksmanship, crafts, camp fires and s’mores as well as learning coping skills and stress management for deployments and the other hardships of growing up a military child. Active duty, guard and reserve may apply.

Registration closes April 20.

Cost: Free Web site: www.operationpurple. org Contact: Alex Lewis (907) 353-6694 asymca.pm.fbks@gci.net

SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE All About Kids Sponsor: Marla DeVore Ages: 7-13 Dates and times: All summer, 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Location: 3121 Badger Road Description: The summer program includes fun, hands-on activities, daily, including gardening, fishing, hiking, group sports, swimming, field trips, arts and crafts.

Cost: $40/a day or $650/monthly

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Anne Wien Camp Fire USA Summer Adventures Sponsor: Camp Fire USA Alaska Council Ages: K-6 grade in the 2008-09 school year Dates and times: June 1-July 31, 7 a.m.-6.pm.,, Mon.-Fri. Location: Anne Wien Elementary School, 1501 Hampstead Way, Fairbanks Description: This is a licensed school-age adventure program.

Whether the children are out hiking or biking a local trail, building a dog house for the local animal shelter, swimming, creating works of art or simply playing on the playground, kids enrolled in the Summer Adventure Program will

have opportunities to master new skills, build friendships and have a fantastic summer. At a ratio of 1:10 staff to campers, Camp Fire staff facilitate activities that encourage a sense of community and provide a great deal of fun for participating youth. Activities include: Outdoor education, gym games, creative art projects, science exploration, drama, playground fun, cooperative games, cooking, day hikes, field trips, theme weeks, bicycle excursions, guest speakers, and much more.

Cost: $38/day or $180/week Web site: www.campfireak.org/ CAMPS.HTML#adventure Contact: Shawn Castiglione or Katrina Nunemann 456-4334 knunemann@campfireak.org

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Great Outdoors Sponsor: Play N Learn School Age Summer Recreation Program Ages: 5-12 -- kindergarten must be completed.

Dates and times: May 28-Aug. 12, M-F, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Location: Carol Brice Building, 1949 Gillam Way, near Hunter Elementary Description: This program offers summer recreation and outdoor activities including field trips to the library, local parks, playgrounds, theater, pools, outdoor exploration, nature hikes, bike day, picnics, etc. Also included are activities that encourage creativity and independence such as arts and crafts, cooking, dramatic play, reading, science, sports, games and more. Participation in the Summer Food Program provides free lunch and afternoon snacks.

Morning snack provided by PNL. Cost: $660

Contact: Shelly Mensch 479-0900, ext. 3 smensch@pnlcdc.com

Eielson School Age Program Sponsor: Eielson Youth Programs Ages: 5-12; Must have attended kindergarten.

Dates and times: May 26 - Aug. 14 Location: Eielson Air Force Base Description: This is a full day summer program filled with field trips, arts and crafts, daily programming and activities, themed adventure weeks, specialty weeks, 4-H and Boys and Girls Club events, sport camps, and so much more.

Cost: Varies according to the activity Contact: Kara Byers 377-5437 Kara.byers@eielson.af.mil

Summer Tennis Registration

Come join us in Fairbanks and North Pole...

2009 Season May 17..... FREE ........Tennis Block Party May 21–23.... FREE . .Kids FREE Tennis May 26–30...............Tennis Camp #1 June 1–19..................Tennis Session #1 June 1–19..................North Pole Tennis Session #1 June 1.....FREE...........North Pole Kids FREE Tennis June 22–26...............Tennis Camp #2 June 29–July 2...........Tennis Camp #3 July 6–24..................Tennis Session #2 July 27–31 .................Tennis Camp #4

Register in person or over the phone!

For more information and registration forms, go to www.fairbankstennis.org Kids Free Tennis Clinic plus…

Youth Programs

Saturday, April 18 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Saturday, May 9 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fairbanks Resource Agency (805 Airport Rd)

Scholarships available for the 2009 season.

For Info, Call

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Summer Fun for Kids SPORTS ACTIVITIES

3-on-3 Basketball State Championships Sponsor: Challenge Life Youth Foundation, Fairbanks Youth Sports Ages: All ages; boys and girls ages 8-88.

Dates and times: June 21; 10 a.m.-midnight Location: 4th Avenue, downtown Fairbanks Description: The 3-on-3 Championships will be playing ball in the Midnight Sun. The one-day tournament on Solstice coincides with Father’s Day and the Fairbanks Fun Festival, which attracts thousands of people. There will be lots of divisions to play in from beginners to expert levels, as well as a family division. Fathers and/ or mothers, aunties, uncles, grandparents, nieces and nephews can team up to form a family team.

Cost: $100 Web site: www.challengelife.org Contact: Mike Hajdukovich 322-0626 hajduke@mac.com

Alyeska Track & Field Games Sponsor: Alyeska Pipeline Service Co. and Fairbanks North

Star Borough Parks & Recreation Ages: Ages: 6-13 Dates and times: June 6, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Location: Lathrop High School Track Description: The Alyeska Track & Field Games is a beginninglevel, recreational track and field program. It is designed to introduce boys and girls to the sport of track and field. All participants will receive a T-shirt and a participant ribbon. First, second, and third place contestants will each receive a medal. In addition, first place winners will receive a brand new bike.

Running event winners in the 50, 100, 200, and 400 meters will be determined by the best time in the finals. Those with the best times in the preliminaries will be in the finals. Those running 1500 meters will compete only once. The best overall distance per event will determine field event winners.

Cost: Free Contact: Linda Ingham 459-1068 lingham@co.fairbanks.ak.us

Chena Hot Springs Bicycle Classic Sponsor: Fairbanks Cycle Club, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Ages: All ages (youth to adult) Dates and times: June 27 Location: Several start locations, all ending at Chena Hot Springs

Resort Description: The annual Chena Hot Springs Bicycle Classic provides family-oriented fun for bicyclists of all levels. The ride offers 66, 33, 14 and 7 mile ride options.

All rides end at Chena Hot Springs Resort. The ride includes a picnic lunch at the resort, free passes to the hot springs and other race goodies. Rides back to start points are provided.

Cost: $15 children under 12 /$25 adults /$50 families Contact: Kay Kindt 488-1687

Fairbanks Youth Soccer Sponsor: Fairbanks Youth Soccer Association Ages: 4-18 Dates and times: June 1-July 23. Kohl’s Cup Tournament July 27-Aug. 1. Games are played MonThurs between 6-10 p.m.

Location: FYSA Soccer Fields at Davis Road and Wilbur Street Description: In addition to the regular soccer team season Fairbanks Youth Soccer will offer Youth Soccer Camps in June and July from UK Soccer and Challenger Soccer.

Arctic Kickers is a new program for 4 year olds and a positive introduction to soccer. Online registrations will receive first priority.

The Summer Soccer Fest will be held from noon-6 p.m., May 16 for a preview of the coming season.

Cost: $65-$150 depending on program Web site: www.fysasoccer.org Contact: Linda Burke (907) 456-3976 fysa@mosquitonet.com

North Star Taekwon Do Sponsor: Dan Preuss Ages: 5-17 Dates and times: June 1-July 20; Afternoon and evening sessions Location: Mary Siah Recreation Center Description: The class focuses on beginning Taekwon Do and basic movements for children.

Cost: $39 for 7-week session Contact: Dan Preuss 456-3484

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Summer Biathlon Camp Sponsor: Fairbanks Biathlon Club Ages: Participants must be 11 years or older Dates and times: Please call for information and schedules.

Location: Birch Hill Recreation Area Description: Biathlon skills will be taught including gun safety, range procedure, equipment selection, running and ski training.

Cost: $200-$300 Contact: Maria Bray (907) 452-6167 fsmdb14@uaf.edu

Stingray Swim Team

UAF Recreational Camp

Sponsor: Stingray Swim Team Ages: 5-25 Dates and times: Many day swim times available. Swimmers may swim 2-7 times per week.

Location: Alaska Club and/or UAF Patty Pool Description: Swimmers of all ages learn the four competitive swim strokes, dives and turns while gaining endurance and strength. Training focuses on technique and fitness of all our athletes from beginning to college level swimmers.

Cost: $60-100/month Web site: stingrayswim.org Contact: Scott Lemley

Sponsor: University of Alaska Fairbanks, Department of Athletics & Recreation Ages: Ages 5-17 Dates and times: Six one-week sessions: July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 10-14; pre-care, 7:30-9 a.m.; morning session, 9 a.m.-noon; afternoon session, 1-4 p.m.; full day session, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; after care, 4-5:30 p.m.

Location: UAF Student Recreation Center Description: Camp is divided into age appropriate groups where the campers decide their activity schedules. Every hour is a new activity from archery, basketball, bowling, climbing wall, dodgeball, football, riflery, soccer, swimming, volleyball and lots more.

Cost: $200/week for full days, $100/week for half days Web site: www.uaf.edu/src Contact: Ruth Olsen (907) 474-6814 ruth.olsen@uaf.edu

Youth Hunter Education Challenge Sponsor: Alaska Interior Marksmanship Committee (AIM-COMM) Ages: Youth to 18; must have passed a hunter education course.

Dates and times: June 5, 6-9 p.m.; June 6, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 7, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Fairbanks, Tanana Valley Fairgrounds to start.

Description: Eight hunter education events are included: rifle, shotgun, muzzle loader, archery, wildlife identification, hunter safety trail, orienteering, and written Hunter Ethics Exam, plus a riverboat ride Saturday evening.

Cost: $25/person Web site: aimcomm.org Contact: Joe Nava (907) 479-2340 ffjn@ak.net

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Summer Fun for Kids

SPORTS CAMPS ALCAN Baseball Camp Sponsor: ALCAN Sports Ages: 5-14 Dates and times: June 8-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: Interior Baseball League Baseball Fields Description: Camp focus will be on individual skills so players challenge themselves regardless of skill level to develop and maintain solid habits. Training will focus on hitting: emphasis on the ALCAN Method of Contact employed during camp; pitching, throwing, and catching: introduce and strengthen great habits: defensive fundamentals to inspire individuals to challenge themselves and safety & respect.

Camps are age-appropriate: Camp 1: 5-6: Camp 2:7-8; Camp 3: 9-10; Camp 4: 11-12; Camp 5: 13-14 Cost: $200 full day/ $125 half day Web site: www.alcansports.com Contact: Alcan Sports (907) 455-4203 alcanbaseball@yahoo.com

ALCAN Football Camp

Sponsor: ALCAN Sports Ages: 5-14 Dates and times: June 22-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: Allridge Fields Description: The camp will focus on individual skills so players challenge themselves regardless of skill level to develop and maintain solid habits as well as athletic skills with emphasis on speed, agility and quickness: offensive and defensive skills including stance, ball handling, passing, catching, blocking, reading plays, taking blocks, rotation, and safety and respect to prepare players for all kinds of game and life situations.

Camps are age appropriate: Camp 1: 5-6; Camp 2: 7-8; Camp 3: 9-10; Camp 4: 11-12; Camp 5: 13-14 Cost: $200 full day/$125 half day Web site: alcansports.com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk (907) 455-4203 alcanfootball@yahoo.com

ALCAN Hockey Sponsor: ALCAN Sports Ages: 5-13 Dates and times: May 26-30, Times vary, half days and full days.

Location: Patty Center, Univer-

sity of Alaska Fairbanks campus Description: Full-day program focuses on individual hockey skills; two on-ice sessions, off-ice fitness training, and hockey academy and education. Camps are age-appropriate: Camp 1: 5-6; Camp 2: 7-8; Camp 3: 9-10; Camp 4: 11-12.

Cost: $325 full day/$225 half day Web site: alcanhockey.com Contact: Dean Fedorchuk (907) 455-4203 alcanhockey@yahoo.com

ALCAN Hockey Kids Camp Sponsor: ALCAN Sports Ages: 5-7 Dates and times: May 20-22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Patty Center, University of Alaska Fairbanks Campus Description: This full day program focuses on hockey skills; two on-ice sessions, off-ice fitness training, and hockey academy and education.

Cost: $325 Web site: www.alcanhockey.com Contact: ALCAN Hockey (907) 455-4203 alcanhockey@yahoo.com

Basketball Fundamental Skills Camp Sponsor: UAF head coach Darryl Smith Ages: Grades 7-12 Dates and times: June 1-4; Registration will begin at 1 p.m. Camp will conclude at 5 p.m.

Location: UAF Patty Center Description: This camp is designed for all levels. It will, however, be teaching individual skills with an emphasis on individual fundamentals, ball handling, shooting and defensive skills, such as body position and athleticism. Also, 1 on 1, 3 on 3, and 5 on 5 competitions will be taking place.

Cost: Commuter $225/Overnight $295 Contact: Christian Hood 907-474-5566 fncsh1@uaf.edu

Basketball Team Camp Sponsor: UAF head coach Darryl Smith Ages: Teams entering grades 9, 10, 11 or 12 in fall 2009 Dates and times: June 12, 13, 14; Registration will begin at 1 p.m. and camp will conclude at 6 p.m.

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Location: UAF Patty Center Description: Team camp will include lots of competition with instruction on team fast break concepts, team half court offense and team half court defense as well as competition shooting games.

Cost: Commuter $1,300 per team / Overnight $300 per player Contact: Christian Hood 907-474-5566 fncsh1@uaf.edu

Basketball Youth Camp Sponsor: UAF Head Coach Darryl Smith Ages: Young ladies entering grades kindergarten - 6 Dates and times: June 8-11; 9 a.m.-noon; Registration will begin at 8 a.m.

Location: UAF Patty Center Description: This camp is designed for beginning skill levels and will have an emphasis on passing, ball handling, all offensive skills, defense, and rebounding.

Cost: $125 Contact: Christian Hood 907-474-5566 fncsh1@uaf.edu

Bull’s Eye Youth Archery

for children ages 5-17 Divided into age appropriate groups, campers will learn and improve in recreational activities consisting of: archery, badminton, basketball, bowling, capture the flag, dodgeball, flag football, floor hockey, lacrosse, racquetball, riflery, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, wall climbing and LOADS more!

Monday-Friday Week 1 July 6-July 10 Week 2 July 13-July 17 Week 3 July 20-July 24 Week 4 July 27-July 31 Week 5 August 3-August 7 Week 6 August 10-August 14

Before Care: $20 week 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Morning Session: $100 week 9:00 a.m.

Afternoon Session: $100 week 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

All day: $200 week 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

After Care: $20 week 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

UAF is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution

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Contact Ruth Olsen, 474-6814 or ruth.olsen@uaf.edu.

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Sponsor: King’s Nock Archery Pro Shop & Ranges Ages: 7-16 or upon approval Dates and times: June 8-12, June 22-26 and July 13-17; Mon.Thurs, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: 3204 International St. Description: Nationally certified instructors teach campers on individual archery levels on form, shot placement, and scoring, and intermediate and advanced students strive for shooting score patches.

Students will make arrows, learn equipment and string maintenance, and be exposed to hunter safety instruction and respect

for the environment and wildlife resources. Each Friday is extended for a picnic, mini-tournament and awards ceremony. Low cost bow packages or rentals available.

Cost: $75 per session Contact: Chris Williams or Thomas Williams 479-4539 or 457-1792

Camp Kick Sponsor: Midnight Sun Martial Arts Academy Ages: 7 and up Dates and times: June 1-5; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: Midnight Sun Martial Arts Academy, 530 Second St. Description: Camp Kick teaches

For the Best

TaeKwon-Do training for all ages and levels: self-defense, sparring, board breaking, patterns, and provides great physical activity. Other activities include: arts and crafts, rocket building, outside fun and kids fear factor.

Cost: $200 Web site: msmaa.com Contact: Jeff Hurben 457-5425 kickit@ak.net

Frontier Alaska Basketball Skills Camp Sponsor: Challenge Life Youth Foundation Ages: 8-18, boys and girls Dates and times: June 22-25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: UAF Patty Center and UAF Rec Center Description: Mike Hajdukovich and Al Sokaitis from Challenge Life will be offering a skills camp for all ages, boys and girls to better their basketball abilities and make the game a little more fun.

Top players from around the state will be there learning position play and younger players will also be taught the finer fundamentals of basketball. Players will be sepa-

rated by age and abilities during sessions.

This camp replaces the late July Triple Threat Basketball camp previously offered. This will be Challenge Life’s biggest camp yet because older kids from team camp sessions will be attending as well as our local kids. Lunch will be offered to all participants.

Cost: $250 Web site: www.challengelife.org Contact: Mike Hajdukovich 322-0626 hajduke@mac.com

GCI Jr. High & High School Boys & Girls Basketball Team Camp Sponsor: Challenge Life Youth Foundation Ages: Grades 8-12 for boys and girls Dates and times: June 16-20, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Location: UAF Patty Center and UAF Rec Center Description: Mike Hajdukovich and Al Sokaitis with Challenge Life Youth Foundation and Clemon Johnson from the University of Alaska are bringing back Alaska’s

most popular team basketball camp. This year they are adding girl’s teams and junior high teams from all over Alaska. There will be plenty of competitive games, refereed by the FAI Referee Association and a great opportunity for players and their teams to get ready for next season. There will be top instructors, nine full courts available, dorms and the UAF cafeteria available to all participants.

Deposits need to be turned in by April 30 to reserve your team’s spot.

Cost: $175 per player plus room and board Web site: www.challengelife.org Contact: Mike Hajdukovich 322-0626 hajduke@mac.com

North Star Golf Camps Sponsor: North Star Golf Club, Inc. Ages: 7-15 Dates and times: June 2-Aug. 7, 9:30 a.m.-noon, weekly, Tues.-Fri. No session 6/29-7/3.

Location: North Star Golf Club, 330 Golf Club Drive, Fairbanks, Description: Weekly sessions include small group instruction

Open 6:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday For ages 3 - 12 Discounts available • Limited Enrollment

“Where Boys & Girls LEARN To Live”

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presents

Joel’s Place Summer of Service, a Serve Alaska AmeriCorps Program, is accepting applications from young people 16-25 years old for Summer 2009.

For more information: www.jpsos.wordpress.com

CAFE Kids Cooking Camp For ages 6-9 • June 8–12, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–Noon. Fee: $225

CAFE Tween International Culinary Arts Workshop For ages 10-12 • June 8–12, Monday–Friday, 1–4 p.m. Fee: $225

Summer Food Service Program for Children

CAFE Teen International Culinary Arts Academy For ages 13-17 • June 15–19, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–Noon. Fee: $225

Spanish for Young Adventurers/Jovenes Aventureros For ages 7-10 • June 15–26, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–Noon. Fee: $350

Free Breakfast at noon–1 p.m.

Free D’Lunch 4 p.m.-6 p.m. (until 9/30/09)

Insect Studies Summer Camp

June 8 – August 14th Joel’s Place: 1890 Marika Road, 452-2621 12348758-4-19-09SFFK

Meals will be made available free to all children 18 years of age and under within the approved geographical area without regard to sex, race, color, age, handicap or national origin. Any person who believes that he/she has been discriminated against in any USDA related activity should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250.

For ages 12-17 • July 27–31, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Fee: $300

Register at www.uaf.edu/summer/ Info at 474-7021, toll-free 866-404-7021, or summer@uaf.edu

An AA/EO employer and educational institution

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for youth to learn the basics of golf. Focus will be on full swing, pitching, chipping, putting, safety and etiquette, rules and fun. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $125 per person per session.

(A limited number of $25 golf scholarships for girls are available.)

Web site: www.northstargolf.com Contact: Wendy Wisbon, LPGA/ PGA 457-4653 after May 10 northstargolf@alaska.net

Skateboarder’s Camp Sponsor: Joel’s Place youth center and indoor skate park Ages: 10-15 Dates and times: Two session: June 8-26 and July 6-24; Noon- 6 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Location: Joel’s Place 1890 Marika Road, Fairbanks Description: Skateboarding Camp will use a 4-H curriculum for youth ages 10-14. Riders will learn the basic skateboarding tricks, park etiquette, how to build a skate board and terminology.

The camp is for all levels of ability.

Field trips will be taken using the borough bus line.

Fees cover a one year Joel’s Place membership, a new skate board, helmet, and bus pass.

Cost: $400 Web site: www.joelsplacealaska. org

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Ultimate Frisbee Camp Sponsor: Fairbanks Ultimate Association and The Alaska Campus Disc Club Ages: 11-14 and 15-18 Dates and times: May 19, 20 and 21, 6-8 p.m.

Location: UAF fields across from the Patty Center Description: This camp is designed to teach the sport of Ultimate Frisbee, from various throws and catches to offensive and defensive strategies. The camp will be broken up into age groups with one group just for high school age players and one for younger players.

Players should show up with water and tennis shoes or cleats.

Discs will be provided. Space is limited to 50 participants only (25 in each age group).

Cost: $25 Web site: fairbanksultimate.org Contact: Glen Anderson (907 474-4347 familyanderson@gci.net

Ultimate Frisbee Youth Clinic Sponsor: Fairbanks Ultimate Association & Alaska Campus Disc Club Ages: 11-18 Dates and times: May 27-29, 6-8

p.m.

Location: Randy Smith Middle School Description: A three-day clinic devoted to learning the basics of ultimate frisbee from local players and the UAF ultimate frisbee club.

Every camper will leave with a disc and some sweet Frisbee skills.

Cost: $30 Web site: www.fairbanksultimate. org Contact: Rose Hewitt (907) 451-2552 eva.rose.hewitt@gmail.com

USA Volleyball Girl’s High Performance Development Camp Sponsor: USA Volleyball in cooperation with American Athlete.

Ages: Open to female athletes born in 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995.

Dates and times: July 9-12, Days 1 & 4, 1 training session per day; Days 2 & 3, 3 training sessions per day, Thurs.-Sun. Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks, Patty Center Description: This is the first USA Volleyball camp in Alaska.

Each camper receives training from USA Volleyball high performance coaching cadre, lodging and meals for four days and three nights, and three USA Volleyball High Performance training shirts.

Most of the training time will be spent on skill development utilizing methods to complement the

USA Volleyball National Team System and to evaluate the future potential of these players as athletes for USA Volleyball.

Cost: $500 / for university lodging, meals, and airport transportation (if needed).

Web site: alaskavolleyballcamps. com Contact: Amy Phelps or Phil Shoemaker (907) 474-1996 or (907) 4746809 ajphelps@alaska.edu,

Volleyball Advanced Skills Camp Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camps Ages: Grades 10-12.

Dates and times: July 20-23, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.

Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks, Patty Center Description: A challenging fourday volleyball training experience where development of solid technical and tactical skills will be emphasized. Each session focuses on games, contests and prizes, in a fun competitive atmosphere. Each camper will receive an Alaska Volleyball Camps T-shirt.

Training for players who are ready to compete at the high school varsity and junior varsity level.

Cost: $175 if registered before May 16 / $200 after May 16.

Web site: alaskavolleyballcamps. com

Contact: Amy Phelps or Phil Shoemaker (907) 474-1996 or (907) 474-6809 ajphelps@alaska.edu,

Volleyball Beginners Skills Camp Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camps Ages: Boys and girls, grades 6-7.

Dates and times: July 6-8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Wed. Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks, Patty Center Description: This is the place to start. A terrific three-day experience to introduce a solid foundation of the fundamental skills of the game. Lots of drills and games to develop individual skill proficiency and confidence, which lead to success in the team game.

Beginners Skills Camp is a good introduction to the Intermediate Skills Camp. Each camper will receive an Alaska Volleyball Camps T-shirt.

Recommended for girls and boys with one year or less of organized training.

Cost: $160 if registered before May 16 / $185 after May 16.

Web site: alaskavolleyballcamps. com Contact: Amy Phelps or Phil Shoemaker (907) 474-1996 or (907) 474-6809 ajphelps@alaska.edu,

Volleyball Intermediate

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Classes for kids

Ice Skating - Week I only July 20-25 Any age for beginning ice skating

SESSION I: JULY 1– JULY 2

Dance - Ages 10 & Older

SESSION II: JULY 6 – AUGUST 7

Registration form and catalog online at The Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival is brought to you in partnership with the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Call for more information 474-8869

Open to ages 3–6 • Accepting applications summer AND fall 2009.

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Summer Fun for Kids Skills Camp

Sponsor: Alaska Volleyball Camps Ages: Boys and girls, grades 8-10.

Dates and times: July 14-17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tues.-Fri. Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks, Patty Center Description: An exciting, fast paced, four-day volleyball camp for girls and boys focusing on the FUNdamental skills required for volleyball success. Lots of drills, games, contests, and prizes in a fun, cooperative and success- oriented atmosphere. Each camper will receive an Alaska Volleyball Camps T-shirt.

The camp for girls and boys with

at least one or more years of organized volleyball training; Cost: $175 if registered before May 16 / $200 after May 16.

Web site: alaskavolleyballcamps. com Contact: Amy Phelps or Phil Shoemaker (907) 474-1996 or (907) 4746809 ajphelps@alaska.edu

SUMMERTIME PROGRAMS

Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: July 6-10 1-4 p.m.

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: Introduces student to working with electrical circuits.

Voltage, amperage, resistance, Ohm’s Law, meter usage, wiring diagrams, series and parallel circuits are covered.

Cost: $225 Contact: James Baird 455-7630 jlbaird@mosquitonet.com

Be Creative@Your Library Summer Reading Program

Basic Electrical Sponsor: Industrial Art’s Learning Labs

Sponsor: Fairbanks North Star

Borough Public Libraries Ages: 2-18 Dates and times: June 1-July 25 — Sign up any time beginning May 20 Location: Noel Wien Library, North Pole Branch Library, FNSB Van Outreach Services, Fort Wainwright Post Library and Eielson Air Force Base Library.

Description: Be Creative @ Your Library is a free reading incentive program for preschoolers through young adults. Kids can sign up to win prizes by reading books and enjoy eight weeks of special programs, library activities, weekly incentives and prize drawings at their local library.

Cost: Free

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alaskavolleyballcamps.com Amy Phelps (907)474-1996 or Phil Shoemaker (907)474-6809

Grades 8-12 July 11-18 Cost $350 Call 479-0562 or check www.binglecamp.org for registration & information

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For complete 2009 camp and registration information:

Sponsor: Joel’s Place youth center and indoor skate park.

Ages: Ages: 6-18 Dates and times: June 10-Aug. 12, noon-2 p.m., Wednesday afternoons Location: 1890 Marika Road, Fairbanks, and various pick up points Description: Backpacks provide

F airbanks Weaver’s & Spinners Guild

YOUTH SUMMER FIBER ARTS PROGRAM Weekly programs – 2 sessions daily – $80 per session Ages Afternoons 1pm-4pm Ages Mornings 9am-12

Dates May 26–29 Four days June 1–5 June 8 -12 June 15–19 June 22–26

June 29–July 3 July 6–10 July 27–31 August 3–7 August 10–14

6–9 8–15 9–15 6–9 8–15 8–15 9–15 9–15 8–15 9–15 6–9 8–15 9–15 8–15 8–15 6–9 8–15 9–15 8–15 9–15 8–15 9–15 9–15 8–15 9–15 9–15 8–15

Fantasy Costumes Bead: Garden Delight’s Fantasy Drawing Action Art Dolls Bead: Sea Creatures Mystery of Masks Drawing & Watercolor Digital Photo Bead: Animal World Wood Carving Art II: Drawing/WC Bead: Peyote Treasure Drawing/Watercolor Print & Paper NEW Bead: Bead Loom Design Art II: Drawing/WC Loom Projects Pastels & Drawing NEW Bead Embroidery NEW Drawing/WC Fantasy Knitting Designs TBA Berry Room Birds Bead: Beyond Stars NEW Poetry As Art NEW Drawing/Watercolor Bead: Razzle Dazzle Soft World of Animal Toys

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Creative Basketry Art1: Weaving Sewing & Quilting Machine Sewing I Drawing/WC

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Pop-up, Pop-out Weaving I Art III: Clay Play Books, Boxes & Folio’s Wood Carving Bead: Free form Objects Machine Sewing II Art I: Weaving Puppets & Dolls Funky Art Treasures Explore Clay Paper Sculpture NEW To Be Announced Papermaking NEW Art VI: Zoo/Aquatic Mobiles Bands, Braids, Belts Art III: Clay Play

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…has good reasons for high school students to begin their college career NOW! 1. Ceramics 2. Pre-algebra 3. Non-toxic Printmaking 4. Beginning Rock Climbing 5. Preparatory College English 6. American Sign Language

…and the list goes on.

Register now at www.uaf.edu/summer/

9–15 Machine Sewing III 8–15 Explore Clay

Check website for registration form, addition of new classes or any changes.

See class descriptions, schedule & registration form on our Website: www.fairbanksweavers.org (and click “youth” button) 10348250-4-19-09SFFK

Registration begins immediately by phone (452-7737), by mail (PO Box 73152) or visit the studio, noon to 4pm on May 16 Lathrop Bldg, Room 219, 516 2nd Ave.

7. Basic Photography 8. Fundamentals of Petroleum 9. Functions for Calculus 10. The Oceans 11. Beginning Shotokan Karate 12. Intro to Psychology

Students may be able to apply the college credits to meet high school graduation requirements. For more information contact the Summer Sessions office at 474-7021, toll-free at 866-404-7021, or visit our website www.uaf.edu/summer/.

An AA/EO employer and educational institution

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Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills Camps USA Volleyball Girls High Performance Development Camp

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With both day camps and overnight camps

Bone Builder’s Backpacks

Canoe Camp

YOUR TICKET TO SUCCESS Alaska Volleyball Camps

Web site: http//library.fnsb.lib. ak.us/ Contact: Susan Jones, youth services department 459-1052.

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free food for children who would normally get free or reduced cost lunch at school, and for children who are unable to eat lunch at one of the Summer Food Service for Children sites.

Cost: Free Web site: www.joelsplacealaska. org Contact: Linda Setterberg 452-2621 joels.place@alaska.net

games, cooking, day hikes, field trips, theme weeks, bicycle excursions, guests speakers and much more.

Cost: No cost to families located in AHFC housing Web site: www.campfireak.org/ CENTERS.HTML Contact: Shawn Castiglione or Katrina Nunemann 456-4334 knunemann@campfireak.org

Camp Fire USA Community Center Summer Adventure

Eielson Youth Center

Sponsor: Camp Fire USA Alaska Council Ages: Grades K-12 Dates and times: June 1-July 31 Location: Birch Park and Spruce Park Community Centers Description: Youth are given the opportunity to participate in field trips, community service projects, create works of art or simply play with friends on a local playground.

Kids enrolled in the Center Summer Adventure Program will master new skills, build friendships and have a fantastic summer. At a ratio of 1:10 staff to campers, Camp Fire staff facilitate activities that encourage a sense of community and provide a great deal of fun. Activities include: outdoor education, gym games, creative art projects, science exploration, drama, playground fun, cooperative

Sponsor: Eielson Youth Programs Ages: 9-18 Dates and times: May 26-Aug. 14 Location: Eielson Air Force Base Description: A week to week summer program offering recreational and educational experiences for youth and teens, including field trips, day and evening programming and activities, themed adventure weeks, specialty weeks, 4-H and Boys and Girls Club events, sport camps and so much more.

Cost: Varies according to the activity Contact: Debbie Conklin or Misty Campbell (907) 377-3194 Deborah.conklin@eielson.af.mil

Fairbanks Boys & Girls Club Sponsor: Fairbanks Boys & Girls Club Ages: 7-18 Dates and times: June 1-Aug. 7,

Regular club hours: noon-6 p.m.; Early bird: 8 a.m.-noon. $50/week Location: 800 Cushman Fairbanks Old Main, behind City Hall Description: Daily activities: Reading club, gym games, cooking club, outside park time, art activities, dance contests, Friday dressup days.

Special activities: Swimming, movies @ Regal Cinemas, GloPutt, bowling, UA Museum of the North tours, and field trips Cost: Membership: $40, Good through 12/31/09; Early Bird: 8 a.m.-noon. $50/week Web site: www.bgcalaska.org Contact: Christy Wiskeman 457-5223 cwiskeman@bgcalaska.org

Fairbanks Montessori School Summer Sessions Sponsor: Fairbanks Montessori School Ages: 3-6; must be potty-trained.

Dates and times: Two sessions: June 1-July 2 and July 5-Aug. 7; half day: mornings: 9 a.m.-noon or afternoons: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; full day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Before and after school care available for additional fee. Lunch available from for morning children (noon-1 p.m.) for an additional fee.

Location: Fairbanks Montessori School, 2014 30th Ave., Fairbanks Description: Pre-school and

kindergarten curriculum-based activities with certified Montessori teachers. Lots of outdoor activity as well.

Cost: $480 for five-week, half day sessions / $880 for five-week, fullday sessions Web site: none Contact: Robert Weeden 907-451-8485 montessori.alaska@gci.net

Location: South Davis Park Description: Participants will learn softball fundamentals and play girls softball. Try-outs will be held May 2 from 3-6 p.m. at Lathrop High School.

Cost: $30-$80 Depending on age group.

Web site: mutz3324@yahoo.com Contact: Wendy Hutchins 388-7019

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival

Introduction to Small Engines

Sponsor: Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: July 19-Aug. 2 Location: UAF Ice Arena & Dance:Artisan’s Courtyard Description: Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival offers dance classes for ages 10 and older and ice skating opportunities for children at any age and level. Check out FSAF catalog or on-line (www.fsaf.org) for further information.

Cost: See registration form in catalog or on-line Web site: www.fsaf.org Contact: Jo Scott (907) 474-8869 festival@alaska.net

Sponsor: Industrial Arts Learning Labs Inc. Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: June 8-19, 1-4 p.m.; Aug. 3-14, 1-4 p.m.

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: Students disassemble and reassemble a 4 stroke engine while learning how each of the engine’s systems work.

Includes precision measuring and proper tool usage.

Cost: $450 Contact: James Baird 455-7630 jlbaird@mosquitonet.com

Girls Softball & T-Ball Sponsor: Interior Girls Softball Association Ages: 4-18 Dates and times: May 26 -Aug. 16; Games start at 6 p.m.

2009

Midnight Sun Fly Casters

13th Annual Kid's Fly Fishing Camp May 29 –31, 2009 Twin Bears Camp - 30 Mile Chena Hot Springs Rd Cost: $80 per camper. Parents are free.

Limited to 24 participants.

For ages 10 - 16 • Kids 10 – 13 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• Kids 14 – 16 may come by themselves. However, we encourage parents to accompany them.

PHONE: Call (907) 452-5021 ext.32 MAIL: Fill out a brochure and mail it in.

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Jerry Hallberg

Day Camp Programs (Ages 6-11) 9am-4pm Nature Detectives I: July 6-10 $185 Nature Detectives II: July 13-17 $185 Nature Detectives III: July 20-24 $185 *Water Striders I: July 6-10 $235 *Water Striders II: July 13-17 $235 *Water Striders III: July 20-24 $235 *Refuge Adventurers: July 13-17 $235 *Overnight campouts for these groups!

For information, call: Ken Ulz at 457-6793 or Tom Norton at 490-6889 Sign-up at The Alaska Fly Shop or Sportsman's Warehouse

This camp is supported by the friends of

A Nature Education & Ecology Camp for youth ages 4 - 11

Preschool Programs (Ages 4-5) 9am-noon Nature Sprouts I: June 15-19 $110 Nature Sprouts II: June 22-26 $110

Includes fly tying, casting, knot tying, entomology, fishing ethics and more!

Come enjoy a fun learning and fishing experience.

JMG 4-H Club Sponsor: Georgeson Botanical Garden Ages: Grades 3-6 (completed).

Dates and times: May-September, Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.

Location: Georgeson Botanical Garden, UAF Campus Description: Youth will learn

QUESTIONS? E-mail campdirector@northern.org or call (907) 452-5021 ext.32 SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE! A registration fee of $20 per family is required.

Every camper gets a t-shir t!

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how to grow a garden by studying the junior master gardener curriculum and planting, maintaining and harvesting a community garden located at the Georgeson Botanical Garden.

Joel’s Place Summer of Service

Cost: $50 Contact: Jan Hanscom 474-6921 fnjth1@uaf.edu

Enrollment Now Open for 2009-10

A Quality K-12 Statewide Home-School Support Program www.RavenSchool.com raven@yksd.com 374-9401

Sponsor: Joel’s Place has a grant with Serve Alaska for this AmeriCorps National Service program Ages: 16-25 Dates and times: May 26-Aug. 14; Hours vary according to service description.

Location: Various. Orientation is at Joel’s Place, 1890 Marika Road, Fairbanks Description: Joel’s Place Summer of Service will provide young Fairbanksans an opportunity to serve local youth serving agencies. Members receive a living stipend and education award for completing 450 hours of service. Looks wonderful on your resume.

Cost: None Web site: www.jpsos.wordpress. com Contact: Marylee Bates 452-2621 jpsos@gmail.com

Museum Youth Volunteers Sponsor: University of Alaska Museum of the North Ages: 13-18

• Certified Teacher Support • Internet Stipend • Student Allotment for Educational Materials, Lessons, Tutoring, & Activities • A Variety of Technology Packages

Dates and times: June thru August, five hours a week Location: University of Alaska Museum of the North Description: Youth volunteers will learn about the museum’s exhibits and collections, interact with visitors of all ages and develop presentation and leadership skills.

Cost: Free.

Web site: www.uaf.edu/museum/ education/community/yvols/ Contact: Peggy Hetman or Laura Conner 907-474-5360 museum.education@uaf.edu

Summer Food Service For Children Sponsor: Joel’s Place youth center and indoor skate park.

Ages: 6-18, and older with disabilities still in the public school system.

Dates and times: June 8-Aug. 14, Breakfast, noon-1 p.m., D’Lunch 46 p.m., Mon.-Fri. (Closed July 3) Location: Joel’s Place 1890 Marika Road, Fairbanks Description: Free meals for children Cost: Free Web site: www.joelsplacealaska.org

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

Contact: Tyler Franke 452-2621 tylerfranke@gmail.com

Tiny Tots Ballet Sponsor: Tiny Tots Ballet Ages: 4-10 Dates and times: Thursdays, June 4-July 16, 10-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Location: Artisan’s Courtyard Description: Introduce your child to the wonderful world of dance.

Tiny Tots Ballet goal is to introduce children to ballet in a fun, relaxed, and non-competitive atmosphere. Creative and fun activities to build grace, coordination, and confidence.

Cost: $12 drop-in fee or $75 for seven weeks Contact: Gretchen Nolan 907-460-6610 akgretel@yahoo.com

TOTE Family Fun Fest Sponsor: University of Alaska Museum of the North Ages: 3-plus Dates and times: June 7, noon-4 p.m.

Location: University of Alaska Museum of the North Description: Enjoy hands on activities under the big top tent at the UA Museum of the North.

Cost: $3 per child Web site: www.uaf.edu/museum 907-474-7505

Woodworking Sponsor: Industrial Art’s Learning Labs Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: June 22-26, 1-4 p.m.; July 13-17, 1-4 p.m.

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: The students will be introduced to woodworking with hand tools. Cutting, shaping, fastening, and finishing will be covered while building projects.

Cost: $225 Contact: James Baird 455-7630 jlbaird@mosquitonet.com

• Fully Accredited Program

by Northwest Association of Accredited Schools • Media Library Services Including Instruction Kits, CD/DVD & Books • Online Assessments Linked to Alaska State Standards • Wide Variety of Curriculum Choices • User-Friendly Online Record Keeping Tools • Personalized Services • Parent-Designed Courses • 5-Day Order Completion & Reimbursement Cycle • Testing Provided 11350125-4-19-09SFFK

Enroll online at www.RavenSchool.com

Young Inventors Workshop Sponsor: Industrial Arts Learning Labs Inc. Ages: 10 and older Dates and times: June 1-5, 9 a.m.-Noon or 1-4 p.m.; June 29July 3, 9 a.m.-Noon or 1-4 p.m.

Location: 3410 Van Horn Road Description: Students work with wood, metal, and plastics to increase their ability to use these materials in inventions.

Cost: $225 Contact: James Baird 455-7630 jlbaird@mosquitonet.com