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SummerTime “Seattle is my town. I know this city inside and out… or so I thought until I had kids.” Seattle’s Child is your guide to getting to know your city all over again.

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We’ve been providing useful information to parents since 1979. In addition to the SummerTime directory of summer camps and classes, look for our monthly Seattle’s Child magazine as well as these special themed publications distributed free throughout the Puget Sound area: Explore: Field trip and school assembly options for teachers and homeschoolers FamilyPages: Resources for families School: Directory of independent schools ANN BERGMAN Publisher, Founder abergman@ seattleschild.com ROSE WILLIAMSON Listings Manager rose@seattleschild.com BOO BILLSTEIN Art Director CHRIS STAY Proofreader

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Extended care available. Lunch included with most full day camps. proclub.com | (425) 885-5566

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PLAN YOUR SUMMER: Visit our online Directory to find new classes and camps added daily. It’s searchable by organization, activity, age of child and location » seattleschild.com/directories SUMMER CAMPS AND CLASSES IN THE PUGET SOUND AREA

Destination Science Day Camps Ages 5 to 11 953 N Elm St., Orange, CA 92867 Camps in multiple locations: Bellevue, Seattle, Bothell, Issaquah and more 888-909-2822, info@destinationscience.org destinationscience.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The fun science day camp for curious kids! For more than 20 years, Destination Science has proudly focused on STEM learning through science-based activities. Our camp is a great place to experience fun, hands-on science during the summer to encourage year-round learning! Three science stations daily, plus games, spirit days, friendships, rallies and all the fun of camp! Camps: STEAM Inventors & Anti-Gravity Racers, Galactic Space Training, Playspace Engineering & Spy-Tech, Robot Island & Movie Makers.

Eastside Catholic School EC Summer Program Grades K-12 232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 206-295-3000, landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

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Academics...................................................................5 Animals & Farms.....................................................7 Arts & Crafts............................................................. 9 Language & Culture............................................ 10 Multi-Activity Day Camps.................................11 Nature & Environment..................................... 14 Overnight Camps..................................................18 Performing Arts................................................... 19 Preschool..................................................................23 Religious.................................................................. 24 Science & Technology...................................... 24 Special Needs.........................................................28 Sports & Fitness....................................................29 Index.............................................................................31

ACADEMICS Chess4Life Summer Camps

Discover, create and compete at EC Summer Camps! Emerge with new ideas, new skills, new friends and new inspirations! We provide a fun, affordable and enriching experience where campers grades K through 12 can focus on academics, the arts, community service or athletics. Led by EC teachers, coaches and other experts from the community, our summer camps build upon skills learned during the school year and encourage exploration and thinking.

Eaton Arrowsmith Academy Summer Cognitive Intensive Program Ages 10 to adult 17946 NE 65th St., Redmond 98052 425-861-8327 redmondreception@eatonarrowsmith.com eatonarrowsmith.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Arrowsmith’s Cognitive Intensive Program is for children and adults who want to be confident learners for life. In this six-week program, students strengthen the parts of their brains responsible for logical, cause-and-effect reasoning, and increase their speed of processing (understanding) information. Whether you or someone you know is struggling to keep up in school - academically or socially - or wants to reach that next goal with greater ease, this program can help!

Ages 5 to 12

Girls Rock Math

13219 NE 20th St., Suite 203, Bellevue 98005 425-283-0549, kids@chess4life.com chess4life.com

Grades 1-6

You want your children in programs that equip them for success while having fun. But with limited time and endless options, finding the right program can be tricky. Chess4Life’s Summer Camps make the choice easy! Our camps provide a great place for students to learn the game of chess and have fun in a positive, safe environment supervised by experienced Chess4Life coaches. Classes combine chess with sports, robotics, coding, drama, art, Legos and more!

Multiple Puget Sound locations 206-408-8708, camp@girlsrockmathematics.com GirlsRockMathematics.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Girls Rock Math is an arts-based math camp just for girls. Our mission is to provide thought-provoking, creative experiences in math, empowering girls to develop confidence in their skills and a lifelong interest in mathematics. Our camps offer themes that capture a girl’s interest and imagination, and use that as a catalyst for math growth through real-life, hands-on math projects.

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE: Camps and classes are listed in alphabetical order under one or more categories. To see programs offered by specific organizations, use the index on page 31. Or just browse to get a feel for the amazing variety of activities out there!

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Chess PLUS STEAM & Sports Camps thell Bellevue || BRo mond ed h a u q sa Is Ages 5 - 12

Hamlin Robinson School Camp HRS Grades 1-8

1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167, dkramer@hamlinrobins.org hamlinrobinson.org/programs/summer

Camp HRS is comprised of a half day (morning), 3.5-week reading and writing camp (Slingerland®), as well as week-long camps in the areas of math, arts, sports, theater, music and more! Students can attend just a half-day camp, or build out their schedule to a full day. During the 3.5-week Slingerland® class, students learn and practice oral language skills, penmanship, sound-symbol correspondence, spelling, written expression, decoding, and reading comprehension strategies.

Kids Co. Summer of Discovery: Kids Co. Summer Camp 2020 Ages 5 to 12

10 convenient locations throughout Seattle and Mercer Island 206-781-8062, ecaadmin@kidscompany.org kidscompany.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Discover a fun summer with new friends and adventure ahead. This is the summer to spend with Kids Co. where kids have a chance to learn new things, play with friends, create, and travel to different places each week. Each morning will start with the Big Read; Kids have a chance to dive into a good book and track their progress through the week. A great way to start the day!

Morningside Academy

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Summer 2020 Camps & Classes Grades K - 12

Summer School at Morningside Academy Grades 1-9

901 Lenora St., Seattle 98121 206-709-9500, info@morningsideacademy.org morningsideacademy.org

Morningside Academy’s internationally acclaimed program allows students to catch up, build up, and get ahead. Our research-based curriculum and highly trained teachers lead to exceptional gains. We offer 1:12 teacher/student ratio, daily report cards, and place students by skill level instead of by age or grade. We teach reasoning, problem solving, learning skills, and organizational skills. Academics focus on foundation skills. Content classes and project-based learning are introduced as students advance.

National Inventors Hall of Fame Camp Invention Grades K-6

Multiple locations in Seattle 800-968-4332, campinvention@invent.org invent.org/save

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Imaginations will soar this summer in the all-new Camp Invention® program, Elevate! Campers in grades K through 6 will spark their creativity and build collaboration skills while controlling their very own flight simulation robot, protecting earth’s ecosystems, designing the ultimate sports complex and learning the value of their ideas. Local educators will lead fun, hands-on STEM activities inspiring children to ask questions, overcome obstacles and be confident in their innovative ideas.

Pacific Science Center Camps for Curious Minds Grades PreK-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925, edprograms@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Curiosity blasts off at PacSci’s Camps for Curious Minds. Discover new ways to invent, experiment, and imagine for kids in PreK through grade 8, all summer long. Kids can try their hands at being vets, meteorologists, detectives, game designers, astronauts, and more. Seven locations across King County -

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SummerDirectory Seattle, Bellevue, Medina, Bothell, Burien, White Center and Kirkland. All kinds of camps for all kinds of kids!

Robinson Center for Young Scholars at UW Summer Challenge and Summer Stretch

dren as young as 3 and teens up to 18. Our camps are based on horse care, horseback riding, and general horsemanship. We offer day camps and also overnight horse camps. We can accommodate riders of all skill levels, and our campers are allowed to ride English or Western.

Grades 5-10

Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center

Guggenheim Annex, Box 351630, Seattle 98195 206-543-4160, rcsummer@uw.edu robinsoncenter.uw.edu

Ages 4 to 14

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The Robinson Center’s Summer Program provides an intensive, inspirational, and in-depth learning experience for students. We offer a rich variety of math, science, literature, philosophy and writing classes. Summer Challenge, for current grades 5–6, emphasizes hands-on learning, field trips, and activities; Summer Stretch, for current grades 7–10, is more academic, providing an accelerated learning experience. Programs are characterized by high-level thinking, intellectual adventure, and pursuit of understanding.

Starfire Sports Starfire Academy STEM Summer Camp Grades 1-6

14800 Starfire Way, Tukwila 98188 206-431-3232, info@starfiresports.com starfiresports.com/stemcamp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer Farm Camp 10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE Carnation 98014 425-788-1134, education@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Oxbow’s Summer Farm Camps immerse kids in the magic and discovery of nature! Our kid-friendly farm fields, forests, and wetlands set the stage for campers to connect to the earth in a safe and inclusive setting. With guidance from our experienced environmental educators, Oxbow Camps: spark creativity through art, stories, and songs; connect kids to their food by harvesting and eating farm-fresh produce; and equip children with tools to care for our environment.

Red Gate Farm Day Camp

Ages 6 to 12 23836 SE 24th St., Sammamish 98075 425-392-0111, redgatecamp@earthlink.net redgatefarmdaycamp.com

The Starfire Academy STEM Summer Camp provides an opportunity for kids of all skill levels to engage in hands-on STEM activities that explore how scientists and engineers solve real-world problems. This fun STEM-focused learning provides kids an opportunity to be creative and innovative while promoting collaboration and 21st-century skills as they discover areas of science, engineering, robotics, and coding.

Build self-confidence while enjoying the pleasures of riding and developing a friendship with your camp horse. Campers will be assigned one horse with another camper that will be theirs for the whole week. They will learn everything about horse care including basic grooming, saddling, and even some horse psychology! Other activities include arts & crafts, games and gardening. On the last day of every session, campers demonstrate their new riding skills with a horse show!

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Remlinger Farms

21 Acres Center for Local Food & Sustainable Living

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Farm and Cooking Camps Ages 4 to 12

13701 NE 171st St., Woodinville 98072 425-481-1500, generalinfo@21acres.org 21acres.org

21 Acres farm and cooking camps attract curious ecologists, budding chefs, future farmers, and kid-trailblazers who love getting messy, discovering new things, and learning about our local food system. Farm camps are full-day outdoor adventures that include hands-on experiments, arts and crafts, special guests, and tours of area farms. Our half-day cooking camps teach young chefs kitchen skills and cooking with local ingredients—the ultimate culinary experience! Campers have fun and leave inspired!

Farmer Frog Summer Camp and Be a Farmer!

Ages 14 to 18, Grades 8-12 and 14-18 23210 Paradise Lake Road, Woodinville 98077 425-210-5541, grow@farmerfrog.org farmerfrog.org/communities/summer-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Farmer Frog will offer: Be a Farmer, March through October, ages 14 to 18, ($100 per child per week) and Summer Camp, July 20 through August 14, ages 8 to 12. 1 to 4 p.m. Children learn how-to’s and whys as they explore the farm life through a STEM/STEAM-focused approach and hands-on experiences. Daily sessions can be prearranged ($40 per child per day). Weekly session: $150 per child. Full camp (4 weeks): $500 per child.

Lang’s Horse & Pony Farm

Discover the history and culture of the Tulalip Tribes

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32610 NE 32nd St., Carnation 98014 425-333-4135, info@remlingerfarms.com remlingerfarms.com

Tue – Fri 10 AM – 5 PM

Remlinger Farms is a great place to visit with kids during the summer months. The farm, established in 1965, has grown much larger and added a farm market, amusement rides, theater, petting zoo and the popular Tolt River Railroad Steam Train Ride, pulled by a genuine steam engine that travels a narrow-gauge track within the farm. At the farm, children are able to learn about farm animals and even see them close up, safely.

Sat & Sun 12 PM – 5 PM Mon Closed

Seattle Humane Society Animal Adventures Day Camp Ages 7 to 13

13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue 98005 425-373-5385 EducationServices@seattlehumane.org Seattlehumane.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Looking for a fun, interactive, animal-friendly way to get your kids or pre-teens involved this summer? Send them to Animal Adventures Day Camps! Your child will have a blast each week with animal interactions, games, crafts and guest speakers. It’s a great way for your child to spend a week this summer. Camps run Mondays through Thursdays 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on campus in Bellevue (after-care available for a fee). Registration begins on March 3 (younger campers) and March 5 (older campers).

Tilth Alliance Summer Farm & Garden Camps Ages 1 to 15

Lang’s Summer Horse Camps Ages 3 to 18

Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Suite 100, Seattle 98103

21463 Little Mountain Road, Mount Vernon 98274 360-424-7630 langshorseandponyfarm@hotmail.com comeride.com

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands, 5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118 206-633-0451, register@tilthalliance.org Tilthalliance.org

The Lang Farm has been offering a variety of horse camps since 1987. We have camps for chil-

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FREE Admission the first Thursday of every month! Located less than a mile west of I-5 Exit 199 6410 23rd Ave NE Tulalip, WA 98271 360-716-2600 info@HibulbCulturalCenter.org HibulbCulturalCenter.org

Discover where food comes from and learn about

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PacSci has new discoveries for all ages: • Tons of interactive experiences • Tropical Butterfly House, Naked Mole Rats and other living exhibits • State-of-the-art IMAX , planetarium and laser shows ®

• Tinker Tank, our hands-on maker space • Science in the City Speaking Series • Parent’s Night Out • And so much more!

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Coding. Game dev. Robotics. Digital arts. This isn’t just a camp. It’s an experience unlike any other. Here, you push past the boundaries of school, ﬁnding your squad and bonding over the latest tech. Led by expert instructors, you will build the skills needed to forge a brilliant future.

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SummerDirectory the natural world! Tend plants, harvest fresh veggies, herbs and fruit, collect seeds, make compost and learn about worms, insects and pollinators. We’ll also make crafts, play games and go on adventures — urban farm style! Camp sessions include Tools are Cool, Bug Friends Forever, Grow a Farm Stand, Garden Science Field Camp, Delicious Dishes, Junior Counselors and more.

ARTS & CRAFTS Bellevue Parks & Community Services Grades Preschool-12 Locations throughout Bellevue 425-452-6855, parksweb@bellevuewa.gov BellevueWA.gov/Parks FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Bellevue Parks & Community Services offers more value, more variety and more fun with recreation programs and enrichment activities for children, youth, teens and families. We offer programs throughout Bellevue, including summer day camps, martial arts, dance, crafts and visual arts, sports, swimming lessons, environmental education, outdoor recreation and much more!

Children’s Museum of Tacoma Summer Camps Ages 3 to 8

1501 Pacific Ave., Tacoma 98402 253-627-6031 playTacoma.org

Summer Camps at the Museum are a fusion of artistic inquiry, scientific discovery, and playful learning. Nurturing educators engage children in hands-on experiences within our classroom and exclusive explorations of the Museum’s five playscapes. Children of all abilities are encouraged to participate; Please inform

us if your child has allergies or special needs. More information at playtacoma.org/programs/ at-the-museum/camps.

Forest Ridge – The Sacred Heart School of Seattle

DigiPen Academy

Entering grades 2-10

DigiPen Academy Summer Programs Ages 5 to 18

9931 Willows Road NE, Redmond 98052 425-629-5007, academy@digipen.edu academy.digipen.edu FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Under the encouraging guidance of our talented DigiPen ProjectFUN teaching staff, students learn, create and collaborate on hands-on projects in video game programming, art and animation, game design, engineering, and music and sound design. We use differentiated learning, meet students where they are and take them to that next level in programs they are interested in. Our programs run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. We provide free hot lunch and snacks.

Eastside Catholic School EC Summer Program Grades K-12

232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 206-295-3000 landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

Summer Experience at Forest Ridge 4800 139th Ave. SE, Bellevue 98006 425-641-0700 summerexperience@forestridge.org forestridge.org/summer FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Create, collaborate and explore at the Forest Ridge Summer Experience! The oneweek camps for girls entering grades 2–10 offer students engaging, hands-on learning experiences to discover new passions while having fun. Whether you’re looking for a half-day of arts and crafts or a full day of science, there’s something for everyone!

Gage Academy of Art Gage Academy of Art Summer Camps Ages 6 to 18 1501 10th Ave. E, Suite 101, Seattle 98105 206-323-4243, info@gageacademy.org gageacademy.org/summercamps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Gage Summer Workshops in visual arts and movement are your pathway to new artistic adventures. Each week, students explore new artistic territory through skill building and collaboration. Multi-week intensive programs allow for portfolio development in drawing, painting and animation. Young artists gain confidence and develop creative skills as they discover traditional and contemporary techniques. All Summer Workshops feature an art show and performance on the final day.

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Indoor ski camps

outdoor climbing Camps

outdoor adventure and hiking camp

Receive specialized instruction. We’ll use indoor ski ramps, plus some dry land skills and videos.

Learn climbing basics. We aim to be outdoors every day. Climbing opportunities for every level. Equipment provided!

Explore the magnificent Pacific Northwest. Campers will enjoy a range of activities from hiking adventures to exploring natural waterfalls.

1900 132nd Ave NE, Suite A3 • Bellevue, WA 98005 • 425.746.7547 • info@minimountain.com

SummerDirectory Neo Art School

Schack Art Center

Ages 6 to 12

Day Camps

4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Room 121, Seattle 98103 206-632-2530, neoartschool@gmail.com neoartschool.com

2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett 98201 425-259-5050, artsinfo@schack.org schack.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Young artist have fun exploring art projects and discovering their creativity with a variety of art forms, including ceramics, drawing, painting, batik and much more. Students work on different projects each day, building skills and patience as they take their ideas from concept to creation. Class time includes recess or artwork in the adjoining park and playground, with secure supervision. All supplies are included. Established in 1982, Neo Art is Seattle’s oldest children’s art school.

Schack Art Center offers a variety of visual arts day camps for children aged 6 and older. Find all the listings online in April 2020 at schack.org.

Roaring Mouse Creative Arts Studio

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Ages 2.5 to 8 7526 20th Ave. NE, Seattle 98115 206-522-1187, director@roaringmouse.org roaringmouse.org

Summer time is ART time at Roaring Mouse Creative Arts Studio! Nestled into the Ravenna neighborhood, our sweet studio offers a variety of opportunities to explore music, drama, and art with specialized half-day camps for preschoolers through elementary age kids. Each week features a different theme, allowing campers to create unique projects while exploring a variety of materials. Mixing art with play, Roaring Mouse is the place for kids to get creative this summer! Register before May 1 for an Early Bird Discount. See roaringmouse.org for details.

Ages 6 and older

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Destination Summer Camp Ages 3 to 5

Garfield Community Center, 2323 E Cherry St., Seattle 98122 206-684-4788, Jennifer.romo@seattle.gov seattle.gov/parks/find/ camps#activitycamps

Are you ready for nine weeks of summer camp with new activities each week? Get excited for Lego engineering, sports, music, and more. Offered at two locations, $75/week: Garfield Community Center or Rainier Beach Community Center. Campers can build their dream camp at Rainier Beach as we accept input on what campers are most interested in! Morning and afternoon options are available. Scholarships are available from 50 to 90%.

Spruce Street School Ages 5 to 10 914 Virginia St., Seattle 98101 206-621-9211 shannono@sprucestreetschool.org sprucestreetschool.org

Get ready for a summer filled with discovery, adventure and fun with the Spruce Street School Summer Camp! Based at our downtown building,

campers go on a field trip every day and explore all sorts of places in and around Seattle, then return to the school for an afternoon of art projects, crafts, games, playing on the rooftop playground, and more. Camp runs 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with morning and afternoon snacks provided.

L A N G U A G E & C U LT U R E Alliance Française de Seattle French Summer Camps Ages 6 to 15

4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Suite 205 Seattle 98103 206-632-5433 communications@afseattle.org afseattle.org

The Alliance Française de Seattle is offering French language summer camps from June 22 through Aug. 21. These weeklong camps are available for beginning, intermediate and advanced French speakers, and will combine French language and culture with the fun of a traditional summer camp. Each week has a unique program, allowing students to enroll in several sessions over the summer. Registration includes a T-shirt and class materials. Members get 10% off each additional week. Register early to secure your spot!

Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve Hibulb Summer Field Trips Ages 6 to 18

6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip 98271 360-716-2600 info@hibulbculturalcenter.org hibulbculturalcenter.org

The Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve is a place to learn about the cultural values and history of the Tulalip Tribes. Interactive displays offer a historic perspective of the

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connectedness of the Tulalip Tribes. Celebrate the traditional, usual and accustomed territories of Tulalip that serve as a constant reminder of the Tribe’s historic connection to the land. Group tours, interactive demonstrations, workshops and private rentals are available.

Northwest Danish Dane Camp for Little Vikings Ages 5 to 10 1833 N 105th, Suite 101, Seattle 98133 206-523-3263, seattle@northwestdanish.org northwestdanish.org

Five fun days (Aug. 3-7) of Danish culture and language in an atmosphere designed for children ages 5 to 10. Crafts and activities will be related to a chosen theme. The daily lunches are Danish inspired for a true Viking experience.

M U LT I - A C T I V I T Y D AY C A M P S Camp Gan Israel Seattle “Camp Gan Izzy” Ages 18 months to 12 4002 NE 72nd St., Seattle 98115 206-730-2775, campganisraelseattle@gmail.com campganisraelseattle.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Camp Gan Izzy is the North End’s go-to Jewish summer day camp for Seattle area children ages 18 months to 12. The joys of Judaism come alive through a program that integrates exciting field trips, engaging arts & crafts, involving games, sports and swimming, and captivating visiting specialists— within the richness and warmth of Jewish values, traditions, and heritage.

Chess4Life Chess4Life Summer Camps Ages 5 to 12 13219 NE 20th St., Suite 203, Bellevue, 98005 425-283-0549, kids@chess4life.com chess4life.com

You want your children in programs that equip them for success in life while having fun. But with limited time and endless options, finding the right program can be tricky. Chess4Life’s Summer Camps make the choice easy! Our camps provide a great place for students to learn the game of chess and have fun in a positive, safe environment supervised by experienced Chess4Life coaches. Classes combine chess with sports, robotics, coding, drama, art, Legos, and more!

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Also ask about Afterschool classes, Birthday Parties and Friday Night Classes! School Year Camps are day by day, 9am - 4pm $80 per day Extended 8am - 6pm $95 per day. Summer Camps are full week with extended and half days available!

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SummerDirectory DigiPen Academy

Joyous Noise Studio Kindermusik

DigiPen Academy Summer Programs

Music Makers Camps

Ages 5 to 18

Ages 5 to 10

9931 Willows Road NE, Redmond 98052 425-629-5007, academy@digipen.edu academy.digipen.edu

22320 Marketplace Drive NE, Suite 105 Redmond 98053 425-385-3636, janet@joyousnoisestudio.com www.joyousnoisestudio.com

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Half-day, weeklong music camps for school-age children offer structured fun while leaving some free time in your schedule. Sessions include Princess, Pirate, and Great Explorers camps. Daily activities include singing, dancing, stories and crafts. Please see our website for details and our summer offerings for other age groups!

The Evergreen School Ages 3 to 14 15201 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-364-2650 summerprogram@evergreenschool.org evergreenschool.org

Each summer, we offer 200 different classes and camps focused on the outdoors, arts, music, sports, science, math, cooking and more. Group sizes are small, offering children personal attention, enhancing learning, and supporting social emotional development. Along with our innovation lab on campus, we have theater, gym, art studios, kitchen, science labs, and wetlands. We go on field trips and visit nearby locations, such as parks and beaches. Please join us for our 29th year of summer fun!

Kids Co. Summer of Discovery: Kids Co. Summer Camp 2020 Ages 5 to 12

Administrative Offices: 2208 NW Market St., Suite 510, Seattle 98107 206-781-8062, ecaadmin@kidscompany.org kidscompany.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Discover a fun summer with new friends and exciting adventures. This is the summer to spend with Kids Co. where kids have a chance to try new things, play, learn, create and explore with friends, and take fieldtrips to different places each week. Come spend your summer with us!

King’s Schools King’s Summer Camps Grades K-12

19531 Dayton Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-546-7258, KKC.SummerCamps@kingsschools.org kingsschools.org/summer-camps

King’s Summer Camps offer a wide variety of camps for kids in kindergarten through grade 12.

Choices include our 11-week day camp program to sports camps for football, basketball, soccer, golf, cheer, jump roping, dance, volleyball and academic/enrichment camps for Spanish, cooking, mixed media arts, painting, robotics, sign language, musical theater and chess. Our staff and teachers aim to create a fun and safe environment where every kid feels valued and accepted. No matter what camp you choose, you will not be disappointed!

Pacific Science Center Camps for Curious Minds Grades PreK-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925, edprograms@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

PRO Club Summer Youth Camps Ages 3 to 18

4455 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98007 425-885-5566, ismith@proclub.com proclub.com

PRO Club’s Summer Camps are open to everyone. With more than 30 themes to choose from, we offer the greatest variety of camps on the Eastside. Choose from horse camp, sports camps, creative arts, swimming, racquet sports, basketball, science & tech, outdoor adventures, cooking, and a variety of other special interests. Extended care available. Lunch included with most day camps.

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Pump It Up Ages 5 to 12

11605 NE 116th St., Kirkland 98034 18027 Highway 99, Suite J, Lynnwood 98037 425-774-2297, manager@pumpitupwa.com pumpitupparty.com/seattle-birthday-parties

Our camps offer active play and creative thinking to build healthy bodies and minds! Camps are for kids ages 5 to 12, and are held from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday in July and August. $149 per week, with discounts for siblings and extra weeks!

Samena Club Samena Summer Day Camps Ages 3 to 14

15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160, samena@samena.com samena.com

School ends…the FUN begins at Samena with summer camp options for ages 3 to 14. Kids Campers (ages 3 to 5): Enjoy games, crafts, music and stories, and swimming at the wading pool! Swim & Tennis Day Campers (ages 5 to 12): Weekly themes will have you playing and swimming all summer long. Tweens and teens ready for adventure: Our Vanapalooza will take a daily trip in the Samena Van to exciting destinations! Also check out our Jr. Lifeguard Camp and Jr. Counselor program.

Seattle Parks and Recreation Destination Summer Camp Ages 3 to 5

Garfield Community Center, 2323 E Cherry St., Seattle 98122 206-684-4788, Jennifer.romo@seattle.gov seattle.gov/parks/find/camps#activitycamps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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Lego engineering, sports, music, and more. Offered at two locations, $75 per week: Garfield Community Center or Rainier Beach Community Center. Campers can build their dream camp at Rainier Beach as we accept input on what campers are most interested in! Morning and afternoon options are available. Scholarships are available from 50 to 90%.

Spruce Street School Ages 5 to 10 914 Virginia St., Seattle 98101 206-621-9211, shannono@sprucestreetschool.org sprucestreetschool.org

Get ready for a summer filled with discovery, adventure and fun with the Spruce Street School Summer Camp! Based at our downtown building, campers go on a field trip every day and explore all sorts of places in and around Seattle, then return to the school for an afternoon of art projects, crafts, games, playing on the rooftop playground, and more. Camp runs 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with morning and afternoon snacks provided.

Stroum Jewish Community Center Summer J Camp Grades PreK-10

3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7115, JCamp@SJCC.org Sjcc.org/j-camp/summer-j-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

J Camp has been a defining time for tens of thousands of campers over the past five decades. With more than 60 camp options, campers will build friendships, create memories, connect with the outdoors, and have fun in the sun! Everyone is welcome and we offer traditional and specialized camp experiences, early registration discounts, multiple-week discounts, new family discounts, scholarship opportunities, transportation, extended care options, and mountains of fun.

Wilderness Awareness School Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp Ages 4 to 18

20410 320th Ave. NE, Duvall WA, also Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore 425-788-1301, wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/youth-programs

For more than 30 years, Wilderness Awareness School summer campers have been discovering the wonders of nature, exploring our natural environment, and building friendships. Campers gain nature awareness and experiential knowledge of plants, animals, tracking, birds and survival. Storytelling and engaging activities make learning fun and nurture students’ connection to the earth.

YMCA of Greater Seattle Age 5 to Grade 12 Multiple locations across the Greater Seattle area seattleymca.org/programs/camps/day-camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The YMCA of Greater Seattle hosts day camps ranging from arts and crafts to games and including local outings from mountains to sound — and everything in between. There is something for everyone, from college prep to overnight camp on San Juan. For more information visit our website!

N AT U R E & ENVIRONMENT 21 Acres Center for Local Food & Sustainable Living Farm and Cooking Camps Ages 4 to 12

13701 NE 171st St., Woodinville 98072 425-481-1500, generalinfo@21acres.org 21acres.org

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21 Acres farm and cooking camps attract curious ecologists, budding chefs, future farmers, and kid-trailblazers who love getting messy, discovering new things, and learning about our local food system. Farm camps are full-day outdoor adventures that include hands-on experiments, arts and crafts, special guests, and tours of area farms. Our half-day cooking camps teach young chefs kitchen skills and cooking with local and sustainable ingredients—the ultimate culinary experience! Campers have fun and leave inspired!

Beach Camp at Sunset Bay Resort Current grades 2-9 14725 Norma Beach Road, Edmonds 98026 206-324-6715 sunsetbay@sunsetbaywharf.com sunsetbaywharf.com

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Beach Camp is a one of a kind marine science and outdoor education summer camp located on a beautiful stretch of sandy Puget Sound Beach in Edmonds. We teach many water-related activities from kayaking, snorkeling, and skim boarding to canoeing, paddle boarding, and sailing -- all while teaching about what makes our marine ecosystem tick! We can’t wait to see you this summer!

Burke Museum Burke Museum Summer Camps Entering grades 1-4 4300 15th Ave. NE, Seattle 98195 206-543-5591, burked@uw.edu burkemuseum.org/camps

Dino camps are back—fun, friends and adventure await! Get up-close to real paleontology collections this summer at the Burke Museum, home of Washington’s only real dinosaur fossils! Campers will participate in hands-on dig investigations, create dino crafts to take home, go on behind-the-scenes tours of the museum, listen to stories about ancient animals, and visit with researchers—all while having fun on the beautiful University of Washington campus.

Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve Hibulb Summer Field Trips Ages 6 to 18 6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip 98271 360-716-2600 info@hibulbculturalcenter.org hibulbculturalcenter.org

The Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve is a place to learn about the cultural values and history of the Tulalip Tribes. Interactive displays offer a historic perspective of the connectedness of the Tulalip Tribes. Celebrate the traditional, usual and accustomed territories of Tulalip that serve as a constant reminder of the Tribe’s historic connection to the land. Group tours, interactive demonstrations, workshops and private rentals are available.

Mini Mountain Indoor Ski Camps, Outdoor Adventure Camps, Outdoor Climbing Camps Ages 4 to 14 (indoor), 7 to 14 (outdoor) 1900 132nd Ave. NE, Bellevue 98005 425-746-7547, info@minimountain.com minimountain.com

In Indoor Ski Camp (half-day), campers learn from specialized ski staff on indoor carpets. We turn beginning skiers into intermediates and intermediates into advanced. In Outdoor Climbing Camp (full-day), campers learn basic safety and climbing skills. There are climbing opportunities for every level, with all equipment provided. In Outdoor Adventure and Hiking Camp (full-day), campers enjoy a week of exploring the magnificent Pacific Northwest. The rotation of activities includes hiking, horseback riding, exploring the Snoqualmie tunnel and rock climbing.

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Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center Summer Farm Camp Ages 4 to 14

10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134, education@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer Camps Dance Classes Ballet Intensives

North Seattle/Lynnwood

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Oxbow’s Summer Farm Camps immerse kids in the magic and discovery of nature! Our kid-friendly farm fields, forests, and wetlands set the stage for campers to connect to the earth in a safe and inclusive setting. With guidance from our experienced environmental educators, Oxbow Camps: spark creativity through art, stories, and songs; connect kids to their food by harvesting and eating farmfresh produce; and equip children with tools to care for our environment.

Quiet Heart Wilderness School Ages PS to adult 21100 Shell Valley Road, Edmonds 98026 425-951-0861, info@quietheart.org quietheart.org

Quiet Heart Wilderness School has been giving children the opportunity to play, learn, and explore in the woods since 1997. We offer a variety of summer camps, each with a unique focus, but all designed to build lifelong connections with nature. At Quiet Heart, we focus on providing quality, individualized programs for our campers by keeping our staff-to-student ratios low, at a maximum of 1:9. To learn about our summer 2020 class lineup, visit our website.

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Rock Solid Science Geology Rocks! Grades PS-8

Get up-close to Washington’s only real dinosaur fossils!

Mobile Operations, based in Edmonds WA 206-715-2556, info@rocksolidscience.com rocksolidscience.com

Rock Solid Science offers high-quality geology programs, specialty camps and on-site field trips for students in preschool through grade 8. Educational programs are FUN and engage students at every level, spark creativity, and ignite career possibilities. Get hands-on with rocks, minerals, fossils, earth systems and more!

Stroum Jewish Community Center Summer J Camp Grades PreK-10

3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7115, JCamp@SJCC.org Sjcc.org/j-camp/summer-j-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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Summer Music Day Camp SEATTLE GIRLS CHOIR

Full Day Camp July 20-24

for girls entering grade 2-5

Musical Morning

July 20-24 or July 27-31 for girls ages 4-6

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Tilth Alliance Summer Farm & Garden Camps Ages 1 to 15

Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Suite 100, Seattle 98103 Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands, 5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118 206-633-0451, register@tilthalliance.org Tilthalliance.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Discover where food comes from and learn about the natural world! Tend plants, harvest fresh veggies, herbs and fruit, collect seeds, make compost and learn about worms, insects and pollinators. We’ll also make crafts, play games and go on adventures — urban farm style! Camp sessions include Tools are Cool, Bug Friends Forever, Grow a Farm

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Stand, Garden Science Field Camp, Delicious Dishes, Junior Counselors and more.

Trackers Earth Seattle Summer camps

Age 4 to Grade 9 P.O. Box 82835, Kenmore 98028 Camp locations in Kirkland and Lynnwood 206-833-3935, seattle@trackersearth.com seattle.trackersearth.com

Trackers Earth award-winning summer camps get kids outside and in nature. The camps introduce kids to guided adventure, fantastic stories, and new friends through a variety of themes—from wilderness survival and archery, to fishing and paddling, to secret agents, ninjas, wizards and more! Offering convenient early drop-off at 7:30 a.m. and affordable after-camp care until 6 p.m.

Wilderness Awareness School Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp Ages 4 to 18

20410 320th Ave. NE, Duvall 98019 (also Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore) 425-788-1301 wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/ youth-programs

OVERNIGHT CAMPS Beach Camp at Sunset Bay Resort Current grades 2-9

POSITIVE CHANGE STARTS THIS SUMMER!

14725 Norma Beach Road 206-324-6715 sunsetbay@sunsetbaywharf.com sunsetbaywharf.com

Is a learning disability affecting your work or education goals? From age 10 to adult, Eaton Arrowsmith, Redmond can help you unlock your brain’s potential!

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Camp Burton Camp New Horizons, GradeSchool Camp, MiddleSchool Camp, Teens Redeemed Adventure Camp, Family Camp Ages vary, see descriptions below

9326 Bayview Drive, Vashon Island 98070 206-463-2512, contact@campburton.com campburton.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Camp Burton has been making memories for 111 years! Located in the woods along the beach of Quartermaster Harbor on Vashon Island, Camp Burton offers canoeing, kayaking, swimming, bonfires on the beach, crafts, outdoor games, and a spectacular sunset from our main lodge. Camps: New Horizons (disabled, all ages), July 5-10; GradeSchool (ages 6 to 10), July 11-17; MiddleSchool (ages 11 to 13), July 11-17; Teens Redeemed Adventure (ages 13 to 18), Aug. 2-6; Family (all ages), Aug. 2-6.

Camp Wahoo! Camp Wahoo! Horse Camp Ages 9 to 16

1780 Nelson Siding Rd., Cle Elum 98922 509-674-554, mike@campwahoo.com campwahoo.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Camp Wahoo is a weeklong residential horse

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Seattle Junior Golf Camps

camp for girls and boys ages 9 to 16. Each camper gets their own horse to ride and care for during their stay. Daily rides and other activities culminating in an overnight ride to one of our outcamps!

Interbay Golf Center Jackson Park Golf Course Jefferson Park Golf Course

Lang’s Horse & Pony Farm

2-Day, 3-Day & 5-Day Available all summer long Ages 6 - 15

Lang’s Summer Horse Camps Ages 3 to 18

21463 Little Mountain Road Mount Vernon 98274 360-424-7630 langshorseandponyfarm@hotmail.com comeride.com

The Lang Farm has been offering a variety of horse camps since 1987. We have camps for children as young as 3 and teens up to 18. Our camps are based on horse care, horseback riding, and general horsemanship. We offer day camps and also overnight horse camps. We accommodate riders of all skill levels, and our campers are allowed to ride English or Western.

Wilderness Awareness School Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp Ages 4 to 18

20410 320th Ave. NE, Duvall 98019 (also Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore) 425-788-1301 wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/ youth-programs

www.premiergc.com 206-254-6543

SUMMER ART CAMPS Full Day Camps! Before & after care available.

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YMCA of Greater Seattle Age 5 to Grade 12 Multiple locations across the Greater Seattle area seattleymca.org/ programs/camps/day-camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The YMCA hosts day camps ranging from arts and crafts to games and including local outings from mountains to sound -- and everything in between. There is something for everyone, from college prep to overnight camp on San Juan.

PERFORMING ARTS Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre Broadway Bound Musical Theatre Summer Camp Ages 5 to 18

5031 University Way NE, Seattle 98105 206-526-5437 summercamp@broadwaybound.org broadwaybound.org/camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Children (ages 5 to 18) of all skill levels are supported while developing their mental, physical and emotional potential through the joy and discipline of live theater at Broadway Bound. We offer a season of full-scale productions performed in professional theaters in Seattle, classes in drama, music and dance, and a wide variety of summer camps. These programs are available in the U-District, with many scholarships available.

Creative Dance Center Summer Camps & Classes Ages infant to adult

12577 Densmore Ave. N, Seattle 98133 206-363-7281, info@creativedance.org creativedance.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Our summer program includes a five-week session of classes plus multi-arts dance

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Dusty Strings Music Store, School, and Repair Shop Young Musicians Workshops Ages 8 to 18 3406 Fremont Ave. N, Seattle 98103 206-634-1662, music@dustystrings.com store.dustystrings.com

Whether or not your child has ever played an instrument, these programs are an excellent opportunity to engage musically with peers and develop new friendships, learn new skills and increase confidence as a musician and an individual. We believe that above all, playing music should be fun and enjoyable, and these programs are designed to be supportive, both personally and artistically. This year’s offerings might include guitar, ukulele, fiddle or bluegrass instruction, as well as additional instruments and musical styles. Check it out on our website!

Emerald Ballet Academy Various themed camps Ages 3 and older 12368 Northup Way, Bellevue 98005 425-883-3405, info@emeraldballet.org emeraldballet.org/ summer-camps-and-classes

Award-winning Emerald Ballet Academy offers thematic dance, art and musical theater camps (ages 3 to 12), ongoing Saturday pre-ballet and ballet classes (ages 3 to 9), weekday ballet classes (ages 10 and older), and weeklong ballet intensives (ages 9 older) throughout the summer. Themes include Snow Maiden and Snowman Camp, Musical Theater Performance Camp: The Lion King, and more. Register by early-bird deadline of May 15 for discounted pricing. Learn more at emeraldballet.org/ summer-camps-and-classes.

Hamlin Robinson School Camp HRS Grades 1-8

King’s Schools King’s Summer Camps Grades K-12

19531 Dayton Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-546-7258 KKC.SummerCamps@kingsschools.org kingsschools.org/summer-camps

King’s Summer Camps offer a wide variety of camps for kids in kindergarten through grade 12. Choices include our 11-week day camp program to sports camps for football, basketball, soccer, golf, cheer, jump roping, dance, volleyball and academic/enrichment camps for Spanish, cooking, mixed media arts, painting, robotics, sign language, musical theater and chess. Our staff and teachers aim to create a fun and safe environment where every kid feels valued and accepted. No matter what camp you choose, you will not be disappointed!

Pacific Northwest Ballet School Eastside Summer Workshops at the Francia Russell Center Ages 4 to 7

1611 136th Place NE, Bellevue 98005 425-451-1241, pnbschool@pnb.org PNB.org/school

Students ages 4 to 7 participate in a weeklong workshop session meeting daily for three hours. Sessions focus on different ballets (Cinderella, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty, etc.). Each day includes dance class, music class, story, craft project and a break for a snack. Sessions culminate with an informal mini-performance featuring choreography relating to that week’s theme and scenery and props created by the students.

Rain City Rock Camp Summer Camp Ages 8 to 17

Whittier Elementary School, 1320 NW 75th St., Seattle 98117 206-437-2365, info@raincityrockcamp.org raincityrockcamp.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Rain City Rock Camp for Girls is a day camp for female (cis or trans), trans, or gender non-conforming youth. Campers come for a weeklong crash course of playing an instrument, songwriting, social justice and empowerment workshops and more! At the end of the week, campers perform their original song with their band at a local live-music venue. Campers do not need to have any prior music experience and instruments will be provided.

1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167, dkramer@hamlinrobins.org hamlinrobinson.org/programs/summer

St. James Cathedral

Camp HRS is comprised of a half day (morning), 3.5-week reading and writing camp (Slingerland®), as well as week-long camps in the areas of math, arts, sports, theater and music! Students can attend just a half-day camp, or build out their schedule to a full day. During the 3.5-week Slingerland® class, students learn oral language skills, penmanship, sound-symbol correspondence, spelling, written expression, decoding, and reading comprehension strategies.

804 9th Ave., Seattle 98104 206-382-4876 youthmusic@stjames-cathedral.org stjames-cathedral.org/ music/youthmusic/choircamp

Joyous Noise Studio Kindermusik Music Makers Camps Ages 5 to 10 22320 Marketplace Drive NE, Suite 105 Redmond 98053 425-385-3636, janet@joyousnoisestudio.com joyousnoisestudio.com

Youth Music Choir Camp Grades 1-8

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Aug. 10-14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $125. Campers sing, laugh, and play in a beautiful, welcoming environment. Choristers learn a variety of music spanning the Church’s history, ancient to modern, sharing a mid-week mini-concert at a nearby retirement community and a Friday Cathedral concert. Sunday, Aug. 16, they sing for the 10 a.m. Mass (9 to 11:15 a.m.). Children grades 4 through 8 require a short interview assessing ability to match pitch and reproduce rhythmic patterns, grades 1 through 3 register based on available space.

3 – 14 years old

Learning & Enrichment science, math, chess, writing, and preschool and prekindergarten program

Outdoor Education

summertime fun!

camps. Classes include Creative Dance, Creative Ballet, Creative Modern, Intergenerational Modern, Pre-Ballet, Yoga Fun, Hip Hop, Nurturing Baby, Parent/Toddler, and Parent/Child. Weeklong summer camps include Ballet Stories, Dance & Art, Musical Theatre (Frozen and Moana), Hip Hop, Art in Motion, Global Dance, Stories in Motion, and EnviroDance. A Golden Teddy winner for classes and camps, CDC provides the environment for your child to explore the creative possibilities they hold within!

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SummerDirectory

overnight backpacking, nature exploration, hiking, and more

Performing Arts

musical theater, dance, tech theater, creative drama, and more

Fine Arts

painting, sewing, drawing, baking, and more

Day Camps school-age camp and sports camps

Seattle Girls’ Choir Summer Music Day Camp

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Ages 4 to 6, Grades 2-5

Half-day, weeklong music camps for school-age children offer structured fun while leaving some free time in your schedule. Sessions include Princess, Pirate, and Great Explorers camps sure to capture your child’s imagination. Daily activities include singing, dancing, stories and crafts. Please see our website for details and our summer offerings for other age groups!

1300 E Aloha St., Seattle, WA 98102 206-526-1900, info@seattlegirlschoir.org seattlegirlschoir.org/ summer-music-day-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

We offer Summer Music Day Camp sessions designed for girls who love singing. Our fullday camp is for girls entering grades 2 through

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Morningside Academy FULL YEAR & SUMMER SCHOOL Basic Skills Grades 2-8

Middle School Grades 6-9

• Reading, Writing & Math • Study & Organizational Skills • Daily Support Card • Art, Wushu, Field Trips Thinking, Reasoning & Problem Solving 901 Lenora St, Seattle•206 709-9500•www.morningsideacademy.org

5 and will help girls build choral skills, explore sound and rhythm with various instruments, dance, and find new reasons to love making music. No experience necessary! Our Musical Mornings are for girls ages 4 to 6 to learn songs, play singing games, explore classroom instruments, and participate in musical story-telling activities.

Seattle Opera Summer Opera Camps Ages 7 to 18

363 Mercer St., Seattle 98109 206-389-7600, programs@seattleopera.org seattleopera.org/classes-camps-clubs/ for-kids/opera-camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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Opera Camps give students a chance to stretch their artistic wings and build their creative capacity. Participants will develop vocal, theatrical, and movement skills in an encouraging environment that inspires self-expression through the performing arts. Finally, campers will have the opportunity to share what they’ve learned in a performance for their families at the Opera Center. Opera Camps are a great option for youth of all levels—no prior musical or theatrical experience is necessary!

Stone Soup Theatre Stone Soup SummerStage Ages 5 to 15

Meridian Playfield 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle, 98103 Jefferson Park 3801 Beacon Ave. S, Seattle, 98108 Wallingford Presbyterian Church 1414 N 42nd, Seattle 98103 206-388-9212 maureen@stonesouptheatre.org stonesouptheatre.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Spend summer theater camp in the sun with Stone Soup SummerStage! Classes take place in two outdoor locations, (North Seattle) at Meridian Playfield in Wallingford, and (South Seattle) at Jefferson Park on Beacon Hill. The first three camps of summer take place at the Wallingford Presbyterian Church. We offer full-day, weeklong, theater performance camps June 15 through Aug. 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join us for musicals like Hamilton and Frozen, and popular literature adaptations like Harry Potter, all culminating in performance. Before- and after-care is available at all locations. All campers receive a T-shirt and a memorable experience.

Summit Dance Co Summit Summer 2020 Camps, Classes and Theater Productions Ages 3 to 16

22500 NE Marketplace Dr., Suite 100, Redmond 98053 425-549-3434, info@summitdanceco.com summitdanceco.com

Day Camp at locations throughout King and south Snohomish counties Overnight Camps at Orkila and Colman Teen Leadership Expeditions

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Join the fun! There will be six camps (ages 3 to 11) and two 2-week Musical Theater Production Workshop camps ending in full out shows (Frozen — ages 7 to 14 and Shrek Jr. — ages 9 to 16). Our weekly day camps include dance, activities and themes for boys and girls! We also offer dance classes in tap, jazz, Hip Hop, ballet, Acro, lyrical, and musical theater.

Village Theatre KIDSTAGE Classes and Camps PreK – Age 20

120 Front St. N, Issaquah 98027 425-392-2900 kidstage_issaquah@villagetheatre.org villagetheatre.org/kidstage.php FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

We offer camps for children of all ages and skill levels in acting, singing, dance, and musical theater. KIDSTAGE is uniquely

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SummerDirectory designed to use theater to build critical life skills in each participant. In KIDSTAGE camps, our techniques encourage creativity, collaboration, problem solving, concentration, public speaking, and a strong work ethic. While some students are on a path to Broadway, all students are improving their futures and increasing self-confidence through involvement in KIDSTAGE.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS Children’s Museum of Tacoma Summer Camps Ages 3 to 8

1501 Pacific Ave., Tacoma 98402 253-627-6031 playTacoma.org

Pacific Science Center Camps for Curious Minds Grades PreK-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925, edprograms@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Curiosity blasts off at PacSci’s Camps for Curious Minds. Discover new ways to invent, experiment, and imagine for kids in PreK through grade 8, all summer long. Kids can try their hands at being

vets, meteorologists, detectives, game designers, astronauts, and more. Seven locations across King County - Seattle, Bellevue, Medina, Bothell, Burien, White Center and Kirkland. All kinds of camps for all kinds of kids!

Rock Solid Science Geology Rocks! Grades PS-8

Sammamish Montessori School Montessori Classes and Discovery Camps Ages 3 to 8 7655 178th Place NE, Redmond 98052 425-883-3271 hilary@sammamishmontessori.com sammamishmontessori.com

Spend the summer in a bright, happy environment with lots of individual attention, exciting activities and professional, caring teachers. Montessori classes and Discovery Camps are run all summer long in two-week sessions, morning and/or afternoon to provide flexibility for vacations. Discovery Camps may include arts & crafts, science, cooking, sports, world travels, drama, pets and animals, and more. Current students, new students, siblings, neighbors and alumni are all welcome to attend!

Samena Club

Summit Dance Co

Mobile Operations, based in Edmonds WA 206-715-2556, info@rocksolidscience.com rocksolidscience.com

Samena Summer Day Camps Ages 3 to 14 15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160, samena@samena.com samena.com

School ends…the FUN begins at Samena with summer camp options for ages 3 to 14. Kids Campers (ages 3 to 5): Enjoy games, crafts, music and stories, and end each day swimming at the wading pool! Swim & Tennis Day Campers (ages 5 to 12): Weekly themes will have you playing, swimming, and engaging in activities all summer long. Tweens and teens ready for adventure: Our Vanapalooza will take a daily trip in the Samena Van to exciting destinations! Also check out our Jr. Lifeguard Camp and Jr. Counselor program.

Summit Summer 2020 Camps, Classes and Theater Productions Ages 3 to 16 22500 NE Marketplace Dr., Suite 100 Redmond 98053 425-549-3434, info@summitdanceco.com summitdanceco.com

Join the fun! There will be six camps (ages 3 to 11) and two 2-week Musical Theater Production Workshop camps ending in full out shows (Frozen - ages 7 to 14 and Shrek Jr. - ages 9 to 16). Our weekly day camps include dance, activities and themes for boys and girls! We also offer dance classes in tap, jazz, Hip Hop, ballet, Acro, lyrical, and musical theater.

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SummerDirectory RELIGIOUS Camp Burton Camp New Horizons, GradeSchool Camp, MiddleSchool Camp, Teens Redeemed Adventure Camp, Family Camp Ages vary, see descriptions below 9326 Bayview Drive, Vashon Island 98070 206-463-2512, contact@campburton.com campburton.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Camp Gan Israel Seattle “Camp Gan Izzy” Ages 18 months to 12 4002 NE 72nd St., Seattle 98115 206-730-2775 campganisraelseattle@gmail.com campganisraelseattle.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Camp Gan Izzy is the North End’s go-to Jewish summer day camp for Seattle area children ages 18 months to 12. The joys of Judaism come alive through a program that integrates exciting field trips, engaging arts & crafts, involving games, sports and swimming, and captivating visiting specialists—within the richness and warmth of Jewish values, traditions, and heritage.

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King’s Summer Camps

Summer J Camp

Grades K-12

Grades PreK-10

19531 Dayton Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-546-7258 KKC.SummerCamps@kingsschools.org kingsschools.org/summer-camps

3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7115, JCamp@SJCC.org Sjcc.org/j-camp/summer-j-camp

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St. James Cathedral Youth Music Choir Camp Grades 1-8

804 9th Ave., Seattle 98104 206-382-4876 youthmusic@stjames-cathedral.org stjames-cathedral.org/ music/youthmusic/choircamp

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Burke Museum Burke Museum Summer Camps Entering grades 1-4

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

4300 15th Ave. NE, Seattle 98195 206-543-5591, burked@uw.edu burkemuseum.org/camps

August 10-14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $125. Campers sing, laugh, and play in a beautiful, welcoming environment. Choristers learn a variety of music spanning the Church’s history, ancient to modern, sharing a mid-week mini-concert at a nearby retirement community and a Friday Cathedral concert. Sunday, Aug. 16, they sing for the 10 a.m. Mass (9 to 11:15 a.m.). Children grades 4 through 8 require a short interview assessing ability to match pitch and reproduce rhythmic patterns, grades 1 through 3 register based on available space.

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A Performing and Visual Arts Daycamp for Children Drama • Music • Art • Dance

Destination Science Day Camps Ages 5 to 11

953 N Elm St., Orange, CA 92867 Camps in multiple locations: Bellevue, Seattle, Bothell, Issaquah and more 888-909-2822, info@destinationscience.org destinationscience.org FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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DigiPen Academy DigiPen Academy Summer Programs Ages 5 to 18

9931 Willows Road NE, Redmond 98052 425-629-5007, academy@digipen.edu academy.digipen.edu FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Farmer Frog Summer Camp and Be a Farmer! Ages 14 to 18, Grades 8-12

23210 Paradise Lake Road, Woodinville 98077 425-210-5541, grow@farmerfrog.org farmerfrog.org/ communities/summer-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Farmer Frog will offer: Be a Farmer, March through October, ages 14 to 18, ($100 per child per week) and Summer Camp, July 20 through August 14, ages 8 to 12. 1 to 4 p.m. Children learn how-to’s and whys as they explore the farm life through a STEM/ STEAM-focused approach and hands-on experiences. Daily sessions can be prearranged ($40 per child per day). Weekly session: $150 per child. Full camp (4 weeks): $500 per child

Forest Ridge – The Sacred Heart School of Seattle Summer Experience at Forest Ridge Entering grades 2-10

4800 139th Ave. SE, Bellevue 98006 425-641-0700 summerexperience@forestridge.org forestridge.org/summer FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Create, collaborate and explore at the Forest Ridge Summer Experience! The one-week camps for girls entering grades 2 through 10 offer students engaging, hands-on learning experiences to discover new passions while having fun. Whether you’re looking for a half-day of arts and crafts or a full day of science, there is something for everyone!

Hamlin Robinson School Camp HRS Grades 1-8

1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167, dkramer@hamlinrobins.org hamlinrobinson.org/programs/summer

Camp HRS is comprised of a half day (morning), 3.5-week reading and writing camp

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Call 425-883-3271 for a tour. • Child-centered, joyful atmosphere with strong academic focus • Experienced, Montessori-certified teachers • Preschool, kindergarten, and STEAM Enrichment • Family owned and operated since 1977 • Summer, before & after school programs • Prep Program, (starting ages 2 1/2-3)

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(Slingerland®), as well as week-long camps in the areas of math, arts, sports, theater, music and more! Students can attend just a half-day camp, or build out their schedule to a full day. During the 3.5-week Slingerland® class, students learn and practice oral language skills, penmanship, sound-symbol correspondence, spelling, written expression, decoding, and reading comprehension strategies.

High Trek Adventures Adventure Summer Camps Ages 7 to 13 (Sports & Adventure Camps), 9 to 13 (STEM Camps) 11928 Beverly Park Road, Everett 98204 425-382-2966, info@HighTrekEverett.com hightrekeverett.com

Our full-day camps are an exciting, adventurous way to enrich your child’s summer! Sports & Adventure camps are themed around the 2020 Summer Olympics and STEM camps introduce campers to concepts like aerodynamics, challenging minds as well as bodies. Campers participate in traditional games and sports and have daily opportunities to climb a ropes course, fly on a zip line, or play mini golf or laser tag. Trained staff encourages campers to form relationships, solve problems and challenge themselves.

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Transition School • UW Academy Saturday Enrichment • Summer Programs Online Program • Professional Development

ID Tech Camps Ages 7 to 19 Held at University of Washington & 150 other campus locations 888-709-8324, hello@idtech.com idtech.com

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ID Tech is the world leader in STEM education, with 450,000 alumni and over 20 years of experience. Summer programs for ages 7 to 19 are held at 150 prestigious campuses, including NYU, Cal Tech and Imperial College London. Students build in-demand skills for futures in coding, game development, robotics and creative arts. Visit idtech.com.

KidsQuest Children’s Museum 2020 STEAM Camps @ Bear Creek School Valley Campus Age 4 to grade 3 Bear Creek School Valley Campus, 19315 NE 95th St., Redmond 425-898-1720, ext. 430 summercamp@tbcs.org tbcs.og/community/summer-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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KidsQuest STEAM Camp is taking over the playground, the art studio, the science lab. . . the entire Bear Creek School’s Valley Campus! Each week we’ll explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun, hands-on activities. We’ll develop 21st-century skills as we learn through play as only KidsQuest Children’s Museum knows how!

National Inventors Hall of Fame Camp Invention Grades K-6 Multiple locations in Seattle 800-968-4332, campinvention@invent.org invent.org/save

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Pacific Science Center Camps for Curious Minds Grades PreK-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925, edprograms@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps

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STEM Engineering Camps with LEGO Ages 5 to 14

48 locations throughout Puget Sound 253-655-7584, mike@play-well.org Eastside, South Sound: Emily@play-well.org Play-well.org

Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat it in our LEGO-inspired engineering camps! Campers learn about science, technology, engineering and math while playing with LEGO. They’ll engineer interesting projects, engage in critical thinking, work collaboratively and explore STEM concepts. Let your child’s imagination run wild with more than 20,000 LEGO pieces. Camps include themes such as Star Wars, Minecraft, Harry Potter, Superheroes, Pokémon and Robotics. We have many camp locations in Seattle and the surrounding area.

PRO Club Summer Youth Camps Ages 3 to 18

4455 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98007 425-885-5566 ismith@proclub.com proclub.com

PRO Club’s Summer Camps are open to everyone. No club membership required. With more than 30 themes to choose from, we offer the greatest variety of camps on the Eastside. Choose from horse camp, sports camps, creative arts, swimming, racquet sports, basketball, science & tech, outdoor adventures, cooking, and a variety of other special interests. Extended care available. Lunch included with most day camps.

Explore DigiPen Academy Summer Programs! DigiPen Academy offers summer programs with free lunch and free after-hours care for K-12 students ages 5-18. Give your student the opportunity to explore and ignite a love of learning in a multitude of subjects, including: ⊲ Art and Animation ⊲ Engineering

⊲ Robotics and Programming ⊲ Game Development

Rock Solid Science Geology Rocks! Grades PS-8

Mobile Operations, based in Edmonds WA 206-715-2556, info@rocksolidscience.com rocksolidscience.com

Learn more at: academy.digipen.edu

Starfire Sports Starfire Academy STEM Summer Camp Grades 1-6

14800 Starfire Way, Tukwila 98188 206-431-3232, info@starfiresports.com starfiresports.com/stemcamp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The Starfire Academy STEM Summer Camp provides an opportunity for kids of all skill levels to engage in hands-on STEM activities that explore how scientists and engineers solve real-world problems. This fun STEMfocused learning environment provides kids an opportunity to be creative and innovative while promoting collaborative engagement and 21st-century skill development as they discover areas of science, engineering, robotics, and coding.

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SPECIAL NEEDS Camp Burton Camp New Horizons, GradeSchool Camp, MiddleSchool Camp, Teens Redeemed Adventure Camp, Family Camp Ages vary, see descriptions below 9326 Bayview Drive, Vashon Island 98070 206-463-2512, contact@campburton.com campburton.com FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Eaton Arrowsmith Academy Summer Cognitive Intensive Program Ages 10 to adult 17946 NE 65th St., Redmond 98052 425-861-8327 redmondreception@eatonarrowsmith.com eatonarrowsmith.com

SUMMER CAMPS AGES 7–18 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! SEATTLEOPERA.ORG/CAMP

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Arrowsmith’s Cognitive Intensive Program is for children and adults who want to be confident learners for life. In this six-week program, students strengthen the parts of their brains responsible for logical, cause-and-effect reasoning, and increase their speed of processing (understanding) information. Whether you or someone you know is struggling to keep up in school academically or socially - or wants to reach that next goal with greater ease, this program can help!

Hamlin Robinson School Camp HRS Grades 1-8 1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167, dkramer@hamlinrobins.org hamlinrobinson.org/programs/summer

Morningside Academy Summer School at Morningside Academy Grades 1-9 901 Lenora St., Seattle 98121 206-709-9500, info@morningsideacademy.org morningsideacademy.org

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200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925, edprograms@pacsci.org pacsci.org/camps

17946 NE 65th St., Redmond 98052 425-861-8327 redmondreception@eatonarrowsmith.com eatonarrowsmith.com

11928 Beverly Park Road, Everett 98204 425-382-2966, info@HighTrekEverett.com hightrekeverett.com

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Emerald City Fencing Club

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825 NE Northgate Way, Seattle 98125 206-900-8088, info@emeraldcityfencing.com emeraldcityfencing.com

232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 206-295-3000 landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

Emerald City Fencing Club will have six weeks of beginning fencing camps in 2020. Each week, we will offer youth camps in the morning and cadet camps in the afternoon at our brand new Northgate facility. No experience is necessary! Each camp session will include the fundamentals of fencing footwork and bladework. We will cover safety, etiquette, attacking, and defense, and have students fencing real bouts in just one week.

High Trek Adventures Adventure Summer Camps Ages 7 to 13 (Sports & Adventure Camps),

King’s Schools King’s Summer Camps Grades K-12

19531 Dayton Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-546-7258, KKC.SummerCamps@kingsschools.org kingsschools.org/summer-camps

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SummerDirectory In Indoor Ski Camp (half-day), campers learn from specialized ski staff on indoor carpets. We turn beginning skiers into intermediate and intermediate into advanced. In Outdoor Climbing Camp (full-day), campers learn basic safety and climbing skills. There are climbing opportunities for every level, with all equipment provided. In Outdoor Adventure and Hiking Camp (full-day), campers enjoy a week of exploring the magnificent Pacific Northwest. The rotation of activities includes hiking, horseback riding, exploring the Snoqualmie tunnel and rock climbing.

PRO Club Summer Youth Camps Ages 3 to 18

4455 148th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98007 425-885-5566, ismith@proclub.com proclub.com

Pump It Up Ages 5 to 12 11605 NE 116th St., Kirkland 98034 18027 Highway 99, Suite J, Lynnwood 98037 425-774-2297, manager@pumpitupwa.com pumpitupparty.com/seattle-birthday-parties

Summer Camp 2020 Discovery! Adventure! Fun! 9 one-week sessions for children ages 5–10 $375/week

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Rain City Fencing Center Ages 8 to 16 1776 136th Place NE, Bellevue 98005 425-747-6300, info@raincityfencing.com camps.raincityfencing.com

How do you score touches on your opponent without getting hit yourself? It takes fast thinking, dynamic footwork and a good strategy. The Olympic sport of fencing is exciting and fun! Half-day and full-day summer camps for ages 8 to 16 run July 13 through Aug. 21. All fencing equipment provided. Think. Fast. Fencing!

Safe N Sound Swimming 1-on-1 Swim Lessons, Adventure Camp Ages 2 to 16

2040 Westlake Ave. N., Seattle 98109 206-285-9279, info@snsswim.com snsswim.com

Swim: Swim Safe N Sound offers unique 1-on-1 swim lessons focused on water safety and swim technique. Each lesson is tailored to your student’s needs and skill level. Our pool is a warm 88 degrees. Perfect for both hesitant or competent swimmers ages 2 and older.

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Seattle Parks and Recreation Destination Summer Camp Ages 3 to 5 Garfield Community Center, 2323 E Cherry St., Seattle 98122 206-684-4788, Jennifer.romo@seattle.gov seattle.gov/parks/find/camps#activitycamps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Are you ready for nine weeks of summer camp with new activities each week? Get excited for Lego engineering, sports, music, and more. Offered at two locations, $75 per week: Garfield Community Center or Rainier Beach Community Center. Campers can build their dream camp at Rainier Beach as we accept input on what campers are most interested in! Morning and afternoon options are available. Scholarships are available from 50 to 90%.

Seattle Sounders FC Sounders FC Youth Camps presented by Boeing Ages 3 to 16 159 S Jackson St., Suite 200, Seattle 98104 877-657-4625 CustomerService@SoundersFC.com SoundersFC.com/Camps FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Sounders FC Youth Camps, presented by Boeing, are more than just camps. They’re your child’s way of joining the Sounders FC family. They’ll have the chance to meet firstteam players, improve their soccer skill set and make new friends.

Seattle Synchro Seattle Synchro Summer Camps Ages 5 to 12 11410 NE 124th St., Suite 461, Kirkland 98034 253-951-4388, info@seattlesynchro.com seattlesynchro.com

Get in synch this summer with our beginning synchronized swimming summer camp. Participants will refine their swim strokes and learn synchronized swimming basics including a short routine. Boys and girls welcome. Participants should be able to complete two laps of crawl and breast stroke and be comfortable floating on their backs.

Stroum Jewish Community Center Summer J Camp Grades PreK-10 3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7115, JCamp@SJCC.org Sjcc.org/j-camp/summer-j-camp FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Camp: Safe N Sound Adventure Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. We offer Swim Adventure Camp (ages 6 to 10), Outdoor Adventure Camp (ages 10 to 13) and a Counselor in Training Program (ages 14 to 16).

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Swim lessons All ages Three locations: Underwater Sports, LA Fitness North, LA Fitness Mukilteo 206-200-9449, support@swim.guru swim.guru

Seattle’s most effective swim and safety instruction for all ages. Now enrolling! Private lessons ensure your child will become independent and confident in any depth of water. Group lessons also available for stroke development. Email support@swim.guru for an information package, then stop by and observe lessons in progress today! Safety | Swim | Stroke | Snorkeling | Special Needs

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Index 21 Acres ................................................................ 7, 14 Alliance Francaise de Seattle ......................... 10 Beach Camp at Sunset Bay Resort .......... 15, 18 Bellevue Parks & Community Services ........ 9 Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre ...........19 Burke Museum .............................................. 15, 24 Camp Burton ...........................................18, 24, 28 Camp Gan Israel ............................................. 11, 24 Camp Wahoo! .........................................................18 Chess4Life ........................................................... 5, 11 Children’s Museum of Tacoma .................9, 23 Creative Dance Center .......................................19 Destination Science ..................................5, 11, 25 DigiPen Institute of Technology ........9, 13, 25 Dusty Strings Music ............................................21 Eastside Catholic School ........................5, 9, 29 Eaton Arrowsmith Academy .............. 5, 28, 29 Emerald Ballet Academy....................................21 Emerald City Fencing Club ..............................29 The Evergreen School ........................................13 Farmer Frog ..................................................... 7, 25 Forest Ridge School of The Sacred Heart .......................................9, 25 Gage Academy of Fine Arts ............................... 9 Girls Rock Mathematics ..................................... 5 Hamlin Robinson School ............... 6, 21, 25, 28 Hibulb Cultural Center ................................ 10, 15 High Trek Adventures ............................... 26, 29 ID Tech /Family Network Media ...................26 Joyous Noise Studio Kindermusik ..........13, 21 KidsQuest Children’s Museum ......................26 Kids Co. ................................................................6, 13 King’s Schools ...................................13, 21, 24, 29 Lang’s Horse and Pony Farm ...................... 7, 19 Mini Mountain ............................................... 15, 29 Morningside Academy .................................6, 28 National Inventors Hall of Fame ..............6, 26 Neo Art School ...................................................... 10 Northwest Danish .................................................11 Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center ...... 7, 16 Pacific Northwest Ballet ....................................21 Pacific Science Center ............. 6, 13, 23, 27, 29 Play-Well TEKnologies ......................................27 PRO Club ................................................... 13, 27, 30 Pump It Up ......................................................14, 30 Quiet Heart Wilderness School ......................16 Rain City Fencing ............................................... 30 Rain City Rock Camp ...........................................21 Red Gate Farm ........................................................ 7 Remlinger Farms ................................................... 7 Roaring Mouse Creative Arts ......................... 10 Robinson Center for Young Scholars ............ 7 Rock Solid Science ................................ 16, 23, 27 Safe N Sound Swimming ................................. 30 St. James Cathedral Music ....................... 21, 24 Samena Club ........................................... 14, 23, 30 Sammamish Montessori ..................................23 Schack Art Center ............................................... 10 Seattle Girls Choir ................................................21 Seattle Humane Society ...................................... 7 Seattle Opera .........................................................22 Seattle Parks & Recreation ................ 10, 14, 30 Seattle Sounders ................................................. 30 Seattle Synchro ................................................... 30 Spruce Street School ....................................10, 14 Starfire Sports ..................................................7, 27 Stone Soup Theatre ............................................22 Stroum Jewish Community Center ........................14, 16, 24, 30 Summit Dance Co. ........................................22, 23 Swim Guru ............................................................ 30 Tilth Alliance ..................................................... 7, 16 Trackers Earth ......................................................18 Village Theatre .....................................................22 Wilderness Awareness School ...........14, 18, 19 YMCA of Greater Seattle ............................. 14, 19

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