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ummer vacation means warm temperatures, long daylight hours, no school – and a challenge to keep children occupied, out of trouble and, most of all, safe. Many parents send their children to summer camps, which often include aquatic activities. Be aware, however, that aquatic outings require careful, detailed pre-planning and active supervision of the children, even when certified lifeguards are present. Poor planning and negligence can end tragically, as drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death among children. Before letting a child participate in activities in and around water, parents must

identified Staffers will provide supervision and control at all times » The event would be canceled if minimum supervision requirements cannot be met » Only approved personal flotation devices are used, particularly for non-swimmers » Specific rules are set for each type of swim venue » At least one staff member, other than the lifeguard, can perform CPR

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Pollen Allergies Rise in Spring By Dr. Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo

or many South Florida children, March brings pollen allergy symptoms. As trees and grasses blossom, they release pollens that can trigger a reaction in your child’s immune system, leading to sneezes, coughs, itchy eyes or more serious allergic reactions. A six-year study of pollen counts conducted by a group of physicians using equipment mounted on the roof of Miami Children’s Hospital found that local pollen counts are at their highest in March and October – four times higher than in other months. Allergies in children are extremely common and have many causes besides pollen that may be year-round, such as dust mites, mold, cockroach droppings or pet dander. If your child has symptoms including a cough, nasal congestion or red and watery eyes, you should make an appointment with your pediatrician to see whether the cause is an allergic reaction, a cold or the flu. Allergy symptoms generally last longer than colds or infections. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is important because allergies can aggravate more serious conditions, such as sinus or ear infections, asthma or other respiratory problems. If the problem is an allergy, your child’s doctor may run tests to identify what is

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ecent news is toting the benefits of organic milk versus conventional milk. However, the proposed benefits provided by organic milk are found mainly in whole milk. So for those of us not consuming whole milk, does it really matter if you are drinking organic or non-organic milk? That is up to you to decide. Many factors influence the type of milk you purchase and consume: price, shelf life, nutrients, health benefits, how the cows are raised, etc. The following information can help you make a more educated decision on which milk to choose.

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fatty acids and less omega-6 fatty acids than conventional milk. The dairy cows used to produce organic milk are required to spend a certain amount of time eating grassy plants that are high in omega-3 fatty acids; they must be out on the pasture for the entire grazing season and have access to the outdoors all year round. The dairy farms have specific requirements for the type of feed, health care and living conditions of the animals, and no chemical contamination. The dairy cows used to produce non-organic milk are fed mostly corn, which is high in omega-6, and they have little access to grass year round. (Since corn is often a GMO crop, this could be a concern for some parents.) Organic milk contains more CLA (conjugated linoleic acid), which increases the body’s metabolic rate, improves immunity to disease and increases muscle growth, and

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YOU DON’T NEED TO BUY HARDWARE. You can rent the equipment you need to ski or snowboard. Renting allows you to try different gear as your body, your skill level and mountain conditions change – and to avoid luggage fees when traveling. The one piece of equipment you might want to buy rather than rent is boots, because the boots are most important to an individual fit, said Travis Moise, owner of Utah SKI Gear in Sandy, Utah, outside of Salt Lake City. “Having a well-fitting boot is the best thing that you can do to help your ski vacation. If your boot hurts and it’s uncomfortable, then you’re just not going to be happy.” (For more on getting the best gear, visit SouthFloridaParenting.com) PLANNING AHEAD PAYS. Buying lift tickets ahead of time can save you tons of money, especially in Colorado, where 4- and 5-day passes and season pass deals are the norm, said Stewart Ward, an avid skier and former employee of Blue River Sports in Breckenridge, Colo. “You can get a season pass for … $250 to $500. … If families buy passes in the springtime for next year, they can save a lot of money. You can buy a 4-pass to Copper for $129, and if you buy within a certain amount of time or are a repeat customer, you can get a 5th day. So if you prepare ahead of time, you can get some great deals.” Season passes usually give discounts on things like food and lodging, as well. HAVE PROPER EXPECTATIONS. Parents and children should communicate about their vacation plans. “The hardest part is when the parents have an idea of what vacation is going to be, and the kids have an idea of what vacation’s going to be, and the ideas aren’t shared,” said Joe Quarantillo, the Copper Mountain Resort kids’ school manager. If children will be taking lessons on their own, he said, they should be told they will be separated for awhile so that they can start putting their own imagery on what the vacation’s going to be like.

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family » travel IT’S FREEZING OUTSIDE, BUT YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE COLD. Dress in layers that you can put on and take off as temperatures and conditions change, and make sure you wear breathable fabrics like Merino wool that will help you stay warm without overheating. “I love to wear T-shirt-weight wool as a base layer. I think they’re a lot of warmth for how light they are,” said Esther Stokes of Utah SKI Gear. No matter what you wear as a base layer, make sure you have a waterproof outer layer. You won’t stay warm once you get wet. Other tips: Drink lots of water (which helps circulation) and wear an extra layer on your legs and core body if your feet tend to get cold. IT’S HIGH. Salt Lake City is an average of 4,210 feet above sea level. Denver is a mile up, and most of Colorado’s ski resorts are twice that. Altitude sickness (headaches, fatigue, trouble sleeping, possible vomiting) is common among mountain travelers from lower elevations, so take steps to avoid it. Get plenty of sleep, and drink lots of water, starting on the flight to your destination. Also “don’t drink a lot of sodas or eat a lot of fried foods,” Quarantillo said. “It really affects the body at altitude if you’re not used to it.” BUILD IN SOME DOWN TIME. You might want to cram as much skiing as possible into your stay, but your body will perform better with some time and rest to acclimate to the higher elevation. Try to cushion the effects of travel and altitude with a day of relaxation before hitting the slopes. This is a good day to get rental equipment, check out the local area and go shopping. BE FLEXIBLE. “If you come up and it’s just howling wind and it’s snowing, then that’s maybe not the best day” for skiing, Moise said. Bad weather days can be used for rest, shopping or other family activities, such as tubing or snowman-building. ARRIVE EARLY, AND EAT EARLY (OR LATE). On ski days, try to get to the resort half an hour before the lifts open, especially if you are renting equipment. “Sometimes a lot of the best skiing happens from 9 to 10 a.m., when the chair

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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM William B. Dickinson Community Center 1601 North Krome Avenue, Homestead, 33030

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM North Shore Park and Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141

Join the MCC for an interactive sing-along sure to have your entire family making new friends while exercising their vocal cords. Here is your chance to gather round, enjoy each other’s company, and sing songs that tell the stories of our community. Help preserve the sing-along tradition with the MCC in All Together Now! miami children’s chorus

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TIMOTHY A. SHARP, MUSIC DIRECTOR

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MAKING YOURSELF MENTAL Make-A-Mental Build Your Own Hat and Helmet Cover Kit allows you to stick a variety of colorful shapes onto a fleece hat or helmet cover, creating a different look every day (or even every hour) depending on your mood. $50, Mentalgear.com

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GOPRO HERO3+ CAPTURES THE VIEW The GoPro Hero3+ Silver Edition camera mounts easily to your body or helmet, making it ideal for recording video of your family with up to 1080p resolution during your time on the mountain. The camera also takes 10 MP digital photos and has built-in Wi-Fi so users can use the GoPro App for content preview, playback and sharing. The waterproof housing makes the camera good for the slopes or Florida’s sand and surf. $299.99, gopro.com

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KARBON WRAPS KIDS IN LAYERS Karbon outfits snow-bound kids with a soft, warm Unitex thermal wicking layer, a quilted insulator jacket and a fleecelined softshell exterior jacket, all of which work well alone, giving each of the pieces a second life in South Florida. www.karbon.com

POINT6 MERINO WOOL SOCKS Point6 Merino wool socks deliver slight padding and warmth in a thin wool sock perfect for the snug fit of a ski or snowboard boot. The wool manages moisture and keeps you close to 98.6 degrees no matter what climates and conditions you wear them in. $23.95, www. point6.com

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Five Fabulous Florida Campgrounds BY JANET GROENE

For Kids New to Camping

Camping can be a road trip or a commando course, a sizzling theme park or a pup tent under the trees... Many Florida parents take children camping from Day One. Others are new to the campground scene. If your children are ready to graduate from a play teepee in the backyard to a real camp-out, where do you begin?

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Florida has an abundance of familyfriendly campgrounds, and we’ve picked some of the best for new campers. We’ve rated these parks on a “Roughing It” scale from 1 to 10, with 10 indicating that at least one parent should have advanced camping and outdoor skills.

COLT CREEK STATE PARK, Lakeland, opened in 2007. Experience old-time camping on this 5,067-acre tract in the Green Swamp Wilderness Area. It offers hiking trails, picnic areas, equestrian trails (bring your own horses), nature watching for fox and deer, and backpack camping. Bring everything with you. Pack it in, pack it out. Roughing level: 9 to 10 FLAMINGO CAMPGROUND, Everglades National Park, is 38 miles from the main visitor center in Homestead. RV camping is available, and so are walk-in tent sites clustered around the shared bath facility. Although the ‘Glades offer many camping experiences, including canoe camping in the most remote outback, this campground is a good introduction to the mysteries and marvels of this outstanding national park. Campers can hike, fish, paddle and train their binoculars on amazing bird and wildlife sightings. Ranger programs held during cooler months include a 3.5-hour guided canoe trip, an all-day Birding Adventure and a challenging Discovery Walk. Roughing level: 2 to 7 FORT WILDERNESS in Walt Disney

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homework helpers special needs storytimes

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family » travel TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME CAMPERS

» HONTOON ISLAND STATE PARK near DeLand is a real island in

SEBASTIAN INLET STATE PARK, Melbourne Beach, is a hot-ticket

the St. Johns River. Families can have a Robinson Crusoe adventure on an historic island where pre-Columbian tribes once fished and hunted. Everything must be brought with you on the ferry boat, and that’s part of the fun. One-bedroom cabins offer four or six bunks with vinyl mattresses, a ceiling fan, one electric plug and a screened porch with table and chairs. Bring a camp stove or cook outside on the grill. Take the path to the bath. Bring sleeping bags, towels, food, flashlights. Entertainments include nature walks, fishing, campfires and ranger-led programs. This is one of 20 Florida state parks that have cabins, eliminating the need to pitch a tent or own an RV. Roughing level: 6

campground where many people reserve up to a year ahead. Find full-facility camping in the sea breezes for your tent or RV. There’s also a primitive camping area and a boat launch. Kids can stay occupied for hours while building sand castles and roaming the three miles of beach. Paddle the Indian River Lagoon, fish for snook and redfish from the jetties, and visit the nearby fishing and treasure museums on rainy days. Roughing level: 2 to 7.

Keep it simple. Enjoy the challenge of providing what you need and improvising the rest.

Campgrounds are friendly places, but don’t relax the need for children to remember the stranger danger.

Observe campground rules as if your life depends on it. Fire rules may change daily. Never feed wildlife. Control children and pets.

Respect the site and your fellow campers. Tent and RV walls are thin, campsites sometimes close together, and bath houses shared. Boat motors or generators may not be permitted or may not be allowed after certain hours.

IF YOU GO Florida State Parks reservations: 800-326-3521 or ReserveAmerica.com. Florida park information: FloridaStateParks.org. Click on individual parks for addresses and phone numbers. Everglades National Park reservations: 877-444-6777 or nps.gov.

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s n o s a Re ive your to g child

the gift of Summer Camp BY GAYLA GRACE

I treasure the stories my children tell after arriving home from summer camp. The week-long adventures include experiences sure to build character and bond relationships. Every camp has a unique way of teaching kids their value while giving them opportunities to experience all kinds of fun they would never find at home. The spring months are the perfect time to begin exploring summer camps. To find one that fits your child’s needs, seek out opinions from friends and neighbors, and

ask teachers and church counselors what camps they recommend. Whether day camp or overnight camp, there’s sure to be one your child will love and gain valuable skills from while attending. Camp counselor Jamie Newman, who has worked the past two summers at a children’s camp for kids ages 5-16, expresses her enthusiasm for sending kids to camp. “Camp encourages kids to try new things and teaches them confidence through new experiences,” she said. “They learn valuable life lessons when

encouraged to work through their fears and try something even if it doesn’t feel comfortable to them. Also, when kids are thrown together in a cabin for a week, they’re forced to learn how to get along with others and often build lasting relationships that can continue when they return home.” Our five kids have attended summer camps ranging from athletic camps to church camps to choir and band camps. Each camp plays a unique role in building character qualities and creating life-long

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memories through everyday activities and interactions with others. If you need some encouragement to give your child the gift of summer camp, here are a few thoughts to consider:

Camp encourages independence and allows children a chance to make decisions on their own in a safe, caring environment. Kids benefit from new relationships with camp counselors who care about them and want to help them with everyday struggles.

Camp forces kids to unplug from technology and enjoy the beauty and benefits of nature. Through outside activities, kids find new hobbies they can’t experience at home, without academic pressure or expectations. Kids gain self-confidence through trying new things and discovering talents they didn’t know they had.

Camp teaches good sportsmanship by encouraging each child to be fair and kind, win or lose. Team activities teach kids how to cooperate with another and the value of getting along with others through working together and supporting one another.

Camp fosters new friendships with kids who come from varying backgrounds--helping kids gain an understanding of how others live outside their community. In a relaxed atmosphere, kids easily make friends while they play, sing, work, eat, and bunk together.

Camp creates life-long memories of new adventures in places they’ve never experienced before. Camp offers carefree days where kids can learn how to thrive outside the structure of overscheduled days.

So what are you waiting for? Have you signed your child up for camp yet? There’s week-long adventure and character-building experiences waiting for your child this summer.

Gayla Grace sends her kids to camp every summer and always looks forward to hearing new stories when they return.

Find the perfect camp for your child at

South Florida Parenting’s Camp Fun Fest at Westfield Broward mall. Plan your summer with camps, travel and family activities, and enjoy magic shows, crafts, face painting, s’mores and more.

When: Sunday, March 16, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Westfield Broward, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, FL 33388

June August (Weekly Sessions)

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Success is measured one child at a time.

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Supervised by our full-time professional teaching staff ADHD/Aspergers Accepted Learn Independent Living Skills Form Bonding Relationships

Camps We Offer: Summer Camp (ages 5 12 years old) Junior Young Adult Camp (ages 12 18 years old) Senior Young Adult Camp (ages 18 22 years old) CIT / JR Counselor Programs (ages 13 22 years old) Overnight Summer Camp (all ages from 5 22 years old)

Improve Life Skills Have Fun Make Friends

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For more information:

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AEF Camps admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

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Camp Activities Archery Arts and Crafts Cake Decorating Camp Olympics Cheerleading Dance

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NEW W Theatre Camp Students ts will explore acting through voice and movement, elling, individual and group exercise story-telling, exercises, character work, and theatre games. At the end of camp, students will showcase their work in a musical theatre production featuring Disney’s Aladdin Jr. Session dates are June 9 – July 18.

*Plus 10% discount for each sibling

Post Camp Sessions run from August 4 – 15. (daily field trips) Camp hours are: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (before and after care available) Hot lunch and snacks are included.

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June August (Weekly Sessions)

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DAY & OVERNIGHT CAMPS

Develop Social Skills

Supervised by our full-time professional teaching staff ADHD/Aspergers Accepted Learn Independent Living Skills Form Bonding Relationships

Improve Life Skills Have Fun Make Friends

AEF Summer School (Grades 1 12)

For more information:

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AEF Camps admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

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Summer F

at Camp Nova for ages 5 - 17

Camp Activities Archery Arts and Crafts Cake Decorating Camp Olympics Cheerleading Dance

Field Trips Fun Fridays Halloween in July Magic Shows Martial Arts Robotics/Animation

Scavenger Hunts Scrapbooking Sports Swimming Video Game Design Wacky Wednesdays

Specialty Camps Basketball C.I.T. Program Junior Lifeguard

Teen Travel Camp Tennis Volleyball

APRIL 5 and receive 10% OFF*

Camp Sessions run from June 9 - August 1 (2 week sessions available)

*Plus 10% discount for each sibling

Post Camp Sessions run from August 4 – 15. (daily field trips) Camp hours are: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (before and after care available) Hot lunch and snacks are included.

University School

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2670 N. University Drive, Suite 206, Sunrise americanpridemartialarts.com ................... 954-578-1000

CAMBRIDGE SCHOOLS 6100 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs cambridgepreschools.com ........................ 954-796-1177

CAMP ATLANTIS K-12th grade. Summer Fun camp - Academic camp - HS credit and MS grade recovery. Among the many fun on and off campus activities: Swimming, Zoo, Museums, Skating, Movies, Sports, Bowling, Arts & Crafts and more! 10193 NW 31st St., Coral Springs atlantisacademy.com................................ 954-752-7571

CAMP CORAL KIDS Parkside Elementary School, 10257 NW 29th St., Coral Springs browardhealth.org ....................................954-344-3344

CAMP RAMAT SHALOM 11301 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation ramatshalom.org ...................................... 954-424-3164

CHEERLEADING, DANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MORE SUMMER CAMP 20 years in Broward County schools! Cheerleading, dance, manners, crafts and so much more! Camp ages 5 to 12. Free pre- and post-care, 8 weeks open. No registration fees. Serving Broward County americasleaders.net ................................. 954-748-5977

CHRISTI/STEPSS ACADEMY Summer camp program: June 9 to Aug. 1. Bring in ad for 50% off registration. We accept children on the autism spectrum and will provide aftercare. 3495 N. Hiatus Road, Sunrise christiacademy.com ................................. 954-749-6869

COLD STONE CREAMERY

CORAL SPRINGS CENTER FOR THE ARTS NEXT STOP BROADWAY 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs coralspringscenterforthearts.com ............... 954-344-5991

CORAL SPRINGS MUSEUM OF ART 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs csmart.org............................................... 954-340-5000

CAMP EXPLORER! CREATIVE CHILD LEARNING CENTER

FUTURE SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL Newborn to ages 5 and up. Before and aftercare available. Summer camp. Breakfast, lunch & afternoon snack included. Free VPK 3816 N. University Drive, Sunrise futurescholarspreschool.net .............................................................. 954-414-1211

GAMEROOM Oasis at Sawgrass Mills Mall, 2608 Sawgrass Mills Cirle, Sunrise gameroomsawgrass.com ........................... 954-845-8740

INTENSITY GYMNASTICS & PARKOUR We offer classes for all levels of gymnastics from preschool to competitive team. Our parkour facility is the best in South Florida! 1690 Banks Road, Margate ..................intensitygymnastics.com, intensityparkour.com .............................................................. 954-532-4088

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT BIZTOWN CAMP 1130 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek jasouthflorida.org ....................................954-979-7100

Weston-Sunrise .......................................954-389-8245 Coral Springs - Parkland ..........................954-796-0081 ...................................... creativechildlearningcenter.com

JUN KIM'S MARTIAL ARTS CENTER

DANCE FX

KENPO KARATE CAMP

10057D Sunset Strip, Sunrise dancefxsunrise.com ................................ 954-742-3114

6301 W. Atlantic Blvd., Margate ............... 954-971-3877

KIDS IN MOTION

EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPIES OF SOUTH FLORIDA (FORMERLY HORSES AND THE HANDI-

Cheer, sports & adventure camp. Ten weeks of summer fun! Field trips, swim, all meals included. Come for a full 10week summer & get free reg. experienced staff. 11246 Wiles Road, Coral Springs kidsinmotion.net ..............................................................954-344-1661

CAPPED) Tradewinds Park North, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek hhsfl.org ................................................. 954-974-2007

10024 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise junkimsmartialarts.com ............................954-741-8000

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I: 6/9-6/27, II: 6/30-7/18, III: 7/21-8/8, IV: 8/11-8/15 Weekly rates or Discounted 3 week session rates

Water Adventures – Swim Lagoon, Airboats, Inflatable Water Slides, Water Parks, Canoeing • Explore Picnic Fun – Cookouts, Relay Races, More Fun & Games • Explore Sports & Fitness – Junior Olympics, Hiking, Ice/Roller Skating, Bowling • Explore Arts & Crafts – Ceramics, T-Shirt Art • Explore Fun Places & Field Trips – Lake Placid Day Trip, Metro Zoo, Parrot Jungle Island, • Explore Museum of Science and Discovery, Miami Seaquarium, Buehler Planetarium, Movies, & more! (NOTE: The Lake Placid Day Trip is optional.)

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See why our pre-kindergarten scores are consistently among the highest in the county!

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Weston-Sunrise • 150 Weston Road • 389-8245 License#45939 Davie-Plantation • 1305 SW 101st Road • 452-3346 License#46044 Coral Springs-Parkland* • 9675 Westview Drive • 796-0081 License#45940

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SUMMER CAMP

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6763 Stirling Rd, Davie, FL 33314 (954) 791-9270

Pembroke Pines

12213 Pembroke Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 (954) 437-3949

6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sunrise

3477 N. Hiatus Rd, Sunrise, FL 33351 (954) 747-8708 6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sunrise/ Plantation 10125 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL 33322 (954) 748-2489 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Adult Certified & Degreed Teachers as Counselors All Teachers and Counselors BackgroundScreened All Buses Inspected by Certified Mechanics

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See YOUR child perform LIVE on a professional stage! 2 SESSIONS l 3 AGE LEVELS l 3 LOCATIONS Broward Center for the Performing Arts Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Old Davie School

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SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION KOL TIKVAH PHYLIS J. GREEN ECC SUMMER CAMP Enjoy amazing summer days of spirit, friendships and fun! Age appropriate camp programs consist of arts and crafts, sports, weekly themes, on-site field trips, weekly Shabbat and more! Camps run 6/9 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8/1. Choose only the hours, days, weeks that you need. 6750 University Drive, Parkland koltikvah.net ...........................................954-346-7878

LIL' RASCALS ACADEMY lilrascalsacademy.com Margate ..................................................954-974-0010 Plantation ...............................................954-476-5880 Sunrise ...................................................954-578-2282

MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC SCHOOL 6000 University Drive, Parkland mhocschool.com...................................... 954-323-8006

MASTER SANG'S TNT MARTIAL ARTS mastertntacademy.com Coconut Creek ......................................... 305-785-2286

MIA CAKE HOUSE Join the most unique camp and become a real baker. Learn to bake and decorate: cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more. Work with fondant & buttercream. Each day you take your baked goodies home. 1739 N. University Drive, Plantation miacakehouse.com .................................. 954-319-0939

MONKEY SEE MONKEY DO 11444 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs mymonkeystudio.com ............................... 954-341-5216

MY GYM my-gym.com Plantation: ............................................ 954-382-0222

NEW ADVENTURES EARLY LEARNING 4500 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek newadventureselc.com ............................. 954-968-0011

NOB HILL ACADEMY nobhillacademy.org 10125 Sunset Strip, Sunrise .................... 954-748-2490 3477 Hiatus Road, Sunrise ...................... 954-747-8708

NORTH BROWARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL 7600 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek

nbps.org ..................................... 954-247-0011 ext 324

PAIDEIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY 2370 Hammock Blvd., Coconut Creek paideiaclassical.org.................................. 954-974-1121

SAWGRASS LANES

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Summer camp league for children available. A brand new state-of-the-art laser show for our Rock & Glow bowling. Plan your next birthday party. 8501 N. University Drive, Tamarac sawgrasslanes.com ................................. 954-722-2700

SIGNATURE STABLES HORSEBACK RIDING SUMMER CAMP Give your child an experience they will never forget. 11700 NW 8th St., Plantation signaturestables.us................................. 954-655-2195

SOREF JCC SUMMER CAMPS sorefjcc.org Alvin S. Gross Activity Center (Adjacent to Coral Square Mall) 748 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs ............ 954-344-6790 Heron Lakes Family Center (Serving North Coral Springs/ Parkland) 5601 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs ....... 954-346-0002 Perlman Family Campus, 6501 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation .............................................................. 954-792-6700

STRIKERS FAMILY SPORTSCENTER 8500 NW 44th St., Sunrise strikersfamilysportscenter.com ..................954-749-1400

TEMPLE BETH ORR - CAMP YELADIM 2151 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs templebethorr.org .................... 954-753-3232, ext. 214

TEMPLE BETH TORAH SUMMER CAMP 5700 NW 94th Ave., Tamarac tbtonline.org ........................................... 954-721-7660

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2014 NEW Specialty Camps Junior Lifeguarding Camp, Creative Writing Camp, Drama/Vocal Camp, and Camp Clubs.

Join us for nine weeks of summer fun from June 9th-August 8th! Camp Sagemont offers something special for all campers preschool age through 8th grade! Visit campsagemont.com for all the details. Camp Sagemont Art Camp Travel Camp

LIT-Leadership Program

(PreK3 - 3rd grade) ~ 9 weekly sessions Enjoy a wide variety of fun-ﬁlled weekly activities, shows and ﬁeld trips.

(3rd - 8th grade) ~ One 4-week session Great for campers with an artistic or a creative ﬂair or those who just want to have fun learning how to create different styles of art, offered from 6/9-7/3.

(4th - 8th grade) ~ 9 weekly sessions Discover the tri-county area’s recreational and educational hotspots 2-3 days a week. Join in exciting camp life on non travel days.

(9th - 10th grade) ~ Two 4-week Sessions 6/9-7/3 & 7/7-8/1 Is there a leader in you? Learn the skills necessary to become a future camp counselor.

Sports Camp

Adventure Camp

Science Camp

Summer School & ESL

(2nd - 8th grade) ~ 9 weekly sessions Play basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball & more. Field trips twice per week.

(5th - 8th grade) ~ One 4-week session Challenge yourself during adventurous outdoor ﬁeldtrips and team building activities, offered from 7/7-8/1.

(3rd–8th grade) ~ Two 4-week sessions Explore the world of Marine Science (Session I ~ 6/9-7/3) or investigate extreme experiments in All Things Science (Session II ~ 7/7-8/1).

(1st-5th grade) ~ Two 4-week sessions 6/9-7/3 & 7/7-8/1. Students will review and/or ﬁll in educational gaps in reading, reading comprehension, writing and mathematics, while enjoying a relaxed academic setting.

Our camp is conveniently located in the heart of Weston and just minutes from I-75, I-595 and the Sawgrass Expressway.

1570 Sagemont Way • Weston, FL 33326 phone: 954.384.1894 • email: camp@sagemont.com

SUMMER HORSE PROGRAM & RIDING LESSONS

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Experienced Certiﬁed Riding Instructors Specializing in Children

Lots of Riding & Fun

RIIDING DING AC CADEMY ADEMY Barb Koster’s

13700 East Palomino Dr. Southwest Ranches, FL 33330

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TEMPLE KOL AMI EMANU-EL EARLY CHILDHOOD

CAMBRIDGE SCHOOLS

8200 Peters Road, Plantation tkae.org .................................................. 954-472-8700

cambridgepreschools.com 17770 SW 2nd St., Pembroke Pines ......... 954-430-3388 2550 Glades Circle Road, Weston ............. 954-217-8566

TRI-STAR KARATE ACADEMY Spring, summer camps & parties! Signup by 4/30, get a 10% discount! Limited spots. No registration fee. See our ad & call or come by today! 7778 Wiles Road, Coral Springs tristaracademy.com .................................. 954-270-5665

CAMP LINGUA

SAVEOLOGY.COM ICEPLEX

CAMP NOVA

3299 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs saveologyiceplex.com ............................. 954-341-9956

1101 SW 49th Ave., Plantation trinitasacademy.com ............................... 954-581-2744

Open to students in grades K-11, a camper's summer will be full of smiles, laughs, fun with friends and good memories. Options include: Archery, Dance, Video Game Design, Theatre and more! 3375 SW 75th Ave., Fort Lauderdale uschool.nova.edu/summer....................... 954-262-4517

VISION DANCE COMPANY

CAMP SINAI OF HOLLYWOOD

4465 N. State Road, Lauderdale Lakes visiondancecompany.com ........................954-731-0591

1400 N. 46th Ave., Hollywood sinaihollywood.org .................................. 954-987-1694

THE WOW FACTORY

CAMP SAGEMONT

TRINITAS ACADEMY

Indoor family entertainment center. Lazer Tag, Rock Wall, Ropes Corse. Camps, birthday parties and family fun! 5891 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek wowfactoryfun.com ..................................954-380-8600

YMCA OF BROWARD COUNTY ymcabroward.org Lauderhill .............................................. 754-333-4537 Parkland ................................................ 954-372-0630

SOUTH Davie, Southwest Ranches, Weston, Cooper City, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Hollywood, Hallandale, Dania Beach

ACADEMY OF GLAM 8698 Griffin Road, Cooper City academyofglam.com ................................ 954-239-7349

AEF SUMMER CAMP Tutoring and Summer School. June-August. Day and overnight camp. Weekly sessions, Field trips, Pre-care, Aftercare, ADHD/Asperger's welcome. Supervised by our full-time professional teaching staff. 4650 SW 61st Ave., Davie aefcamps.com ......................................... 954-581-8222

AMERICAN TKA 8604 State Road 84, Davie americantka.com ..................................... 954-472-2554

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APPLE TREE MONTESSORI

C.B. Smith Park, 900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines campwoodlandfl.com ............................... 954-921-1497

C BY ME 1249 Stirling Road, Dania Beach cbyme.com ............................................. 954-926-3636

CITY OF MIRAMAR PARKS & REC. SUMMER CAMP ci.miramar.fl.us/summercamp ................... 954-602-3167

CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES SUMMER CAMPS ppines.com .............................................954-435-6520

CORAL REEF GYMNASTICS & CHEER 15851 SW 41st St., Suite 100, Weston coralreefgymnastics.com .......................... 954-430-1530

CAMP EXPLORER! CREATIVE CHILD LEARNING CENTER creativechildlearningcenter.com Weston-Sunrise .......................................954-389-8245 Davie - Plantation ....................................954-452-3346

DANCER’S GALLERY 12164 Miramar Parkway, Miramar dancersgallery.com .................................. 954-437-9910

ART AND CULTURE CENTER OF HOLLYWOOD

DYNAMIC FAMILY MARTIAL ARTS

750 NW 180th Terrace, Pembroke Pines worldofknowledgekids.com ....................... 954-430-7707

BARB KOSTER'S RIDING ACADEMY Lots of riding time. Certified & experienced instructors. Private facility. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Early and Aftercare available. Southwest Ranches ............. 754-234-5981

BILL CLARK TENNIS ACADEMY 11600 Stonebridge Parkway, Cooper City billclarktennis.com .................................. 954-433-8673

BRIGHT & SMART 12425 Orange Drive, Davie brightandsmart.com ................................. 954-816-3346

BUEHLER PLANETARIUM & OBSERVATORY Signup for a one-week session, July 14 - 18 or August 4 8. Ages 8 - 12. Enjoy a full week of aerospace and astronomy activities. Explore aviation and rocketry. Build and launch multiple kinds of rockets. Discover the wonders of the sky, and experience the night sky in our Definiti Theatre. Build your own telescope. Have fun with aliens. For an out-of-this world experience, come enjoy SPACE CAMP! Registration begins March 10. Broward College, 3501 Davie Road, Davie iloveplanets.com ..................................... 954-201-6681

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DAVID POSNACK JCC

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Join us for 9 weeks of summer fun! June 9th – August 8th Ask about our NEW Specialty Camps!! 1570 Sagemont Way, Weston email: camp@sagemont.com campsagemont.com ................................. 954-384-1894

6301 SW 160th Ave., Southwest Ranches appletreemont.com .................................. 954-252-9250 1650 Harrison St., Hollywood artandculturecenter.org ............................ 954-921-3274

Full immersion language camp. Spanish, English, French, Mandarin & Portuguese. Lab, sports, field trips, arts & crafts and much more! camplingua.com ...................................... 954-642-2267

Multiple camp options, dpjcc.org .............. 954-434-0499 12940 State Road 84, Davie dynamicfamilymartialarts.com .................. 954-370-0001

FANTASTIC FIRE 18453 NW 13th St., Pembroke Pines fantasticfiredept.com/otherevents.php ....... 954-438-2075

FLORIDA SUPER STARS Celebrating 35 years of excellence! Children dance, cheer and twirl. Showtime is every 2 weeks & all receive a trophy. Arts and crafts daily. Optional Fabulous Fridays at the water park. Pembroke Pines, floridasuperstars.com ...... 954-438-2075

FROGGY’S PLAYHOUSE 10141 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines froggysplayhouse.com .............................. 954-433-7818

HOLLYWOOD BEACH JR. LIFEGUARD PROGRAM 351 Michigan St., Hollywood Beach Safety Office, Hollywood .......................... 954-921-3423

HOLLYWOOD TENNIS CAMP 510 N. 33rd Court, Hollywood ................. 954-967-4237

IGFA FISHING DAY CAMP 300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach igfa.org ................................................... 954-924-4309

INSIDE OUT THEATRE COMPANY Performing Arts Summer Conservatory insideouttheatre.org ................................. 954-385-3060

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JOY DECO ENTERPRISES

MASTER SANG'S TNT MARTIAL ARTS

POWER AND GLORY KARATE

Multiple programs available joydecoenterprises.com ............................ 954-971-9917

mastertntacademy.com Pembroke Pines....................................... 954-483-5057

2000 NW 146th Ave., Pembroke Pines pgkkicks.com .......................................... 954-436-4822

KARATE AMERICA

MAVERICK BASEBALL CAMP

PRECIOUS YEARS LEARNING CENTER

karateamerica.info Cooper City ............................................ 954-252-2821 Coral Springs ......................................... 954-757-2821 Fort Lauderdale...................................... 954-567-5686 Miramar West ........................................ 954-437-5077 Miramar East ......................................... 954-436-5535 Pembroke Pines ..................................... 954-447-5044 Plantation.............................................. 954-424-2337 Weston .................................................. 954-888-9188

Archbishop McCarthy High School, 5451 S. Flamingo Road statechampsbaseballcamp.com ................. 954-432-1228

LFE RIDING INSTITUTE

18 holes of indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf. Great arcade games, interactive DJ & more. Field trips to Monster Mini Golf are easy, inexpensive & frightfully fun! 14435 Miramar Parkway, Miramar monsterminigolf.com ............................... 954-589-1878

14421 Old Sheridan St., Southwest Ranches lferidinginstitute.com ............................... 305-879-9244

LIL' RASCALS ACADEMY lilrascalsacademy.com Cooper City .............................................954-434-5555 Davie ......................................................954-584-1221 Hollywood ...............................................954-961-7969 Weston ................................................... 954-389-9888

LITTLE JAVA'S FAMILY FUN CENTER Broward County's preferred indoor playground. Affordable rates for camps and field trips. Inflatables, ropes course, rock wall, ball shooting area, arcade, toddler area and great food. 2750 Glades Circle, Suite 100, Weston littlejavas.com ......................................... 954-888-6488

LOVEWELL INSTITUTE FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS Students, ages 9-19, work with professional artists to create, compose, choreograph write & perform an original musical. Join us for a creative, student driven experience of a lifetime! NSU, 3100 College Ave., Fort Lauderdale lovewell.org ............................................. 954-270-6451

MACK'S FISHING CAMP macksfishcamp.com................................. 786-308-7597

MIAMI DOLPHINS SUMMER CAMP dolphinsacademy.com ............................. 305-943-7272

MIRAMAR CULTURAL CENTER miramarculturalcenter.org ......................... 954-602-4521

MONSTER MINI GOLF

NOB HILL ACADEMY nobhillacademy.org 6763 Stirling Road, Davie ........................ 954-791-9270 12213 Pembroke Road, Pembroke Pines ... 954-437-3949

NOVA GYMNASTICS

11400 Miramar Parkway, Miramar preciousyearsclc.com ............................... 954-450-3773

SCIENCE, EDUCATION AND ADVENTURE (S.E.A.) CAMP 1301 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center, hollywoodfl.org ................. 954-921-3600

SHAOLIN ACADEMY 20841 Johnson St., Pembroke Pines theshaolinacademy.com ........................... 954-450-4666

SPAREZ 5325 S. University Drive, Davie sparez-davie.com ..................................... 954-434-9663

STELLA’S DANCERS’ STUDIO 9470 Griffin Road, Cooper City stellasdancers.com .................................. 954-434-8401

SUMMER EXPLORATION AT NSU’S MAILMAN SEGAL INSTITUTE

2280 SW 71st Terrace, Davie novagymnastics.com ................................ 954-476-3154

7600 SW 36th St., Davie nova.edu/humandevelopment .................... 954-262-6918

OH'S TAE KWON DO CENTER

SUMMIT QUESTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1653 N. Hiatus Road, Pembroke Pines ohstaekwondo.com................................... 954-432-6999

PARK AVENUE GYMNASTICS parkavenuegymnastics.com 12239 SW 53rd St., Cooper City .............. 954-434-0099 1728 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston ........ 954-659-8717

PARKWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS AND CHURCH 1200 S. Flamingo Road, Davie ................. 954-424-6425

PINES ICE ARENA 12425 Taft St., Pembroke Pines pinesice.com .......................................... 954-704-8700

Early Childhood Camp: Ages 3-5; Sports Camp: Ages 6-10 Ask about our specialty sports program for ages 10-13! 5451 SW 64th Ave., Davie summitquesta.com ................................. 954-584-3466

THE SWIM ACADEMY Swimming lessons for the smallest camper to parents joining in the fun! All camp lesson and year-round classes! All ages with flexible days. 1570 Sagemont Way, Weston theswimacademy.com .............................. 954-384-4500

TAG USA GYMNASTICS CAMP 1951 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston taggymnastics.com .................................. 954-384-9393

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TEMPLE BETH EMET - CAMP BETH EMET 4807 S. Flamingo Road, Cooper City templebethemet.org ................................. 954-680-1882

TEMPLE SOLEL 5100 Sheridan St., Hollywood templesolel.com ...................................... 954-989-0205

TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 1250 SW 160th Ave., Weston treeoflifeacademy.com.............................. 954-440-0174

WEST BROWARD GYMNASTICS We offer 9 weeks of summer camp. Flexible sign-up. We offer daily, weekly and session rates. 409 SW 136th Ave., Davie wbgymnastics.com ................................... 954-382-1767

YMCA OF BROWARD COUNTY ymcabroward.org Greater Hollywood ................................... 954-687-9022 Pembroke Pines ...................................... 954-761-5437 Weston .................................................. 954-406-9089

YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie youngatartmuseum.org ............................. 954-424-0085

EAST Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Wilton Manors, Lighthouse Point, Oakland Park

AIKIDO MARTIAL ARTS CAMP 730 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale holidayparkmartialarts.com ....................... 954-562-1093

AIM ARCHITECT SUMMER CAMP AIA Little Green Library, Fort Lauderdale Email: valeriejamor@gmail.com aiafortlauderdale.org ................................ 954-701-0698

ALLEY OOP SKIM FLORIDA

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Alleyoopskim.com .................................... 954-530-4954

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Summer Programs 2014

Carrollton welcomes girls from all over the world to participate in our summer programs.

STEM Camp (Grades 5-8)

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Two (one week) sessions 3 (STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Around the World Camp (Grades PK3-6) Four (one week) sessions 3 Explore one of the elements of Earth, Wind, Fire (Sun), and Water.

Academic SuperCamp (Grades 3-6) Four (one week) sessions 3 To bridge the summer learning gap, our curriculum is fun and engaging.

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Enroll now in the fun-filled Spring and Summer Camps at Miami Seaquarium ! This year’s Camp programs will be crammed with fin-tastic fun, marine biology and conservation education, splashtacular animal shows, enjoyable field and art activities and so much more!

2014’s Exciting Programs include

SPRING CAMP & SUMMER CAMP MARCH 24 – 28

JUNE 9 – AUGUST 15

...and don’t miss

Summer Camp Open House Saturday & Sunday May 17 and 18 10am –2:30pm.

FREE LUNCH PROGRAM! for each child registered at Open House!

for more information: 305 - 361 - 5705 ext. 207 or 520 or visit miamiseaquarium.com /education

Located on Rickenbacker Causeway, just minutes from Downtown Miami

CHILDREN’S RESOURCES Inclusion Preschool & Elementary

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Summer Camp 2014 8571 SW 112 Street • Miami • 305•596•6966 • www.crfcenter.org

Does your child need to acquire or practice new skills and have fun at the same time? Our Camp offers the academics and the fun children need! • • • • •

Field Trips, Water Play, Cooking Arts & Crafts, Music, Dance Sports & Fitness, Day at the Movies & much more Literacy Enrichment Program FastForWord Reading Program

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Skills Acquisition Software Earobics Auditory Processing Program iPad Technology/STEM Education Emphasis on increasing self-esteem & social skills Differentiated Instruction to meet each child’s needs

Give your child the academics he/she needs, in a fun, well supervised, structured environment, run by teachers with Bachelor degrees in Early Childhood & Elementary Education. 1:5 adult/pupil ratio. Children’s Resources is a fully accredited inclusion school offering services to children with special needs and their typically developing peers ages 2 to ﬁfth grade. Class sizes are kept small to create a unique program aimed at each student’s individual needs. All therapies are offered on-site along with many extra curricular activities.

Accredited by NAEYC - 5 Stars from the Early Learning Coalition McKay Scholarship - Step Up For Students - CDS -VPK MARCH 2014 |

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ASTRID AUDET ACADEMY OF BALLET & MORE 6135 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale aaaballet.com.......................................... 954-491-8418

AUTONATION ACADEMY OF ART + DESIGN Creative Summer Art Academy. Two-week sessions for grades 1-12. Specialties include: Drawing, Painting, Musical Theater, Set Design, Ceramics, Photography and Digital Arts. Scholarships available. Four W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale moafl.org/academy .................................. 954-262-0239

BRIGHT & SMART

our 10 th year

SUMMER LEARNING ACADEMY Individualized Tutoring in

READING AND MATH We offer students the opportunity to catch up or go beyond their grade level

1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale brightandsmart.com ................................. 954-816-3346

BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale camp.browardcenter.org/online.................. 954-462-0222

CAMP LIVE OAK campliveoakfl.com ACA accredited day camp. Science, canoeing, archery, biking. Certified teachers as counselors. Session and weekly rates available. Locations in Fort Lauderdale and North Miami Beach Fort Lauderdale ....................................... 954-491-2917

CITY OF OAKLAND PARK The City of Oakland Park is offering a summer camp filled with trips and fun for $39.50 per week per chld. Collins Community Center, 3900 NE 3rd Ave., Oakland Park oaklandparkfl.org ...............................954-630-4500

COLD STONE CREAMERY Call for Camp Tours! 2101 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach coldstonesouthflorida.com ....................... 954-592-8147

CONTE’S PALM-AIRE GOLF ACADEMY 3701 Oaks Clubhouse Drive, Pompano Beach palmairegolfacademy.com......................... 954-971-7867

CREATION SCIENCE CAMP 2701 W. Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale creationstudies.org................................... 954-771-1652

FULL DAY PROGRAM miami-dade camp DIRECTORY

Half day tutoring half day arts and crafts WITH OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AND WEEKLY FIELD TRIPS

DELMAR MULTI-CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY 1400 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale delmarartsacademy.com ........................... 954-537-9278

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF WILTON MANORS PRESCHOOL 2733 NE 14th Ave., Wilton Manors churchofwiltonmanors.com/preschool ...........954-565-7371

FOR HIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 600 SW Third St., Pompano Beach forhimca.com ..........................................954-601-1901

FORT LAUDERDALE CHILDREN’S THEATRE Campers grades 2-10 work with professional instructors in acting, music and dance to mount a full-scale production at the end of each four-week session. Campers Pre-K through 1st grade unleash their imaginations in Storybook Adventures, a creative drama camp held in one-week sessions. Galleria Mall, 2542B E. Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale flct.org ................................................... 954-763-6882

FORT LAUDERDALE STARS GYMNASTICS CAMP Holiday Park Activity Center 730 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale . 954-828-5682

GLACIER ICE AND SNOW ARENA CAMPS

PRE-K4 – 8 GRADE JUNE 5 – AUGUST 15 305-273-8999

4601 N. Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point glaciericeandsnow.com ............................. 954-943-1437

GREEN CHILDREN’S HOUSE 307 NE First St., Pompano Beach greenchildrenshouse.com .........................954-946-7215

MCGINNIS WATER SKI SUMMER CAMP 2421 SW 46th Ave., Fort Lauderdale mcski.com ..............................................954-214-2792

MUSE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

LOCATIONS

FAIR EXPO CENTER WAYSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH 7701 SW 98 ST 10901 SW 24 ST 62

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99 SW 14th St., Fort Lauderdale musearts.org ...........................................954-525-4004

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale mods.org................................................. 954-467-6637

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June 9th – August 1st

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PARKS

miami-dade camp DIRECTORY

Miami-Dade Parks has partnered with the University of Miami to offer a summer program like no other! This program is designed to educate youth on fitness, nutrition and health through interactive exercise and games. Your child will enjoy a full recreational schedule with fitness activities, sports, arts and crafts, nature encounters, quiet games and field trips. Camps are inclusive so children with disabilities may attend general camps. Specialized camps exclusively for children with disabilities are also available and are managed by Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Registration starts: May 1, 2014 Camp is Open: June 9 – Aug. 15, 2014

Ages 6-14 Regular Hours 9am – 5pm Early Drop off 7:30am Late Pick-up 6:00pm

LOCATIONS ACROSS THE COUNTY

Cost: $40-$90* per week plus a one-time annual registration fee of $12 *Financial assistance is available for qualifying families. Register and apply for assistance in person at the park.

CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit: www.miamidade.gov/parks Call: 311 or your nearest park To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or sign language interpreter services (7 days in advance), call 305-755-7848.

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MIAMI-DADE MIAMI-DADE PARKS ECOADVENTURES

SUMMER CAMP June 9th thru August 8th Every week, our summer camp p will include: Half Day, Full Day, and Extended • Field Trip Full Day schedules are available. • Swimming Pool • Wise Choice Tutoring Services • Chase The Beast Athletics for Fitness • Pizza Party • Awards Ceremony • Movie of the Week • Tennis Curriculum and Testing

Children, ages 4-14, can explore the wonders of our South Florida ecosystem with outdoor activities from trail hikes and wildlife encounters to canoeing and fishing excursions. Participants will learn about the environment, connect with nature and get plenty of exercise. miamiecoadventures.org A.D. Barnes Park, 3401 SW 72nd Ave. ...... 305-662-4124 Greynolds Park, 17530 W. Dixie Highway... 305-944-6111

NORTHWEST (North of Tamiami Trail 41) - Miami, Doral, Hialeah, Miami Lakes, Miami Gardens, Opa Locka, Sweetwater

ACTION TOWN Camp-Field Trip Depot. Laser tag, paintball fields, bumper cars, inflatable zones, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, basketball courts, arcades, rock climbing, water slide, dunk tank and more! 7925 W. 2nd court, Hialeah actiontownfl.com ...........................................305-647-3343

AFRICAN HERITAGE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER 6161 NW 22nd Ave., Miami. .................... 305-638-6771

AKTIV LEARNING ACADEMY 6405 NW 36th St., #104, Miami Springs aktivlearning.com ................................... 786-293-7000

BETH DAVID CONGREGATION 2625 SW Third Ave., Miami bethdavidmiami.org ................................. 305-854-3911

CAMP SOL TAPLIN OF THE MICHAEL-ANN RUSSELL JCC Our programs create winners of all ages, beginners to champions. From a recreational to a competitive level, year round tennis.

Kenland dB Bend dN North h TTennis i C Center 8840 SW 123rd Court, Miami, FL 33186 Phone: (305) 632-2604 • www.metennis.com

Serving ages 2 1/2 to 15. Two, four, six and eight-week options available with over 35 different camps to choose from. Voted best summer day camp in South Florida. 18900 NE 25th Ave., North Miami Beach marjcc.org............................................... 305-932-4200

COLD STONE CREAMERY Call for Camp Tours! 6723 Main St., Miami Lakes .................... 786-639-0004 coldstonesouthflorida.com ....................... 954-592-8147

KARATE AMERICA

miami-dade camp DIRECTORY

Locations in the tri-county area karateamerica.info Hialeah ................................................. 305-825-7552 Miami Lakes .......................................... 305-558-7252

MIAMI THEATER CENTER 9806 NE 2nd Ave., Miami mtcmiami.org ........................................ 305-751-9550

MIAMI WATERSPORTS COMPLEX 401 E. 65th St., Hialeah miamiwakeboardcablecomplex.com. ......... 305-476-WAKE (9253)

SOUTH FLORIDA YOUTH SYMPHONY 2014 camp will be located at Miami Lakes Congregational Church 6701 Miami Lakeway S., Miami Lakes sfys.net................................................... 305-238-2729

SOUTH

Miami Country Day School SummerPrograms

(South of Tamiami Trail 41) - Coral Gables, Kendall, Kendale Lakes, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Ridge, Homestead, Little Havana, South Miami, Key Biscayne, Westchester, Florida City

3 C’S PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP 14920 SW 67th Ave, Miami ..................... 305-238-0844

ACTORS' PLAYHOUSE AT THE MIRACLE THEATRE 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables actorsplayhouse.org ................................. 305-444-9293

ALPER JCC SUMMER CAMP

Register Today! • Before there was a School, there was a Camp. 601 NE 107th Street, Miami FL 33161 | 305.779.7350 | summer.miamicountryday.org 64

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Dave and Mary Alper JCC on the Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus, 11155 SW 112th Ave., Miami. General day camp & specialty camps. Including: Sports, Performing Arts. June 16- August 8. 2,4,6 & 8 week sessions. Over 50 exciting activities! Register now! alperjcc.org .....................................305-271-9000 x271

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4 Two Week Sessions

Eco Adventures Spring Camp

Openings for Ages 6-12

March 24-28, 2014

MINI CANES

www.miamiecoadventures.org

Recreational Sports Camp June 9 - August 1, 2014 Camp Hours 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Eco AdventuresTM Spring Camp at AD Barnes Park & Greynolds Park provide unique opportunities for children, ages 6 – 14, to explore the wonders of our South Florida ecosystem with outdoor activities from trail hikes and wildlife encounters, to canoeing and ﬁshing excursions! Participants will not only learn about their environment and connect with nature, but will get plenty of exercise.

• Top notch sports Theme Days • Variety of indoor games Carnival Days • Daily swim lessons Friday Extravaganza • Daily arts and crafts Waterslides • Award-winning facilities Inflatables • State-of-the-art equipment Animal shows

• Nature Detectives (Ages 6 – 8)/ Nature Explorers (Ages 9 – 14)

Biweekly special events!

AD Barnes Park, Sense of Wonder Nature Center, 3401 SW 72 Ave., Miami, (305) 662-4124. Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Early drop-off and late pick-up are available for an additional fee. The cost is $100/week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $12.

• Camp Manatee (Ages 6 – 14) Greynolds Park Boathouse, 17530 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach, (305) 944-6111. Camp hours are 7:30 am – 6:00 pm. The cost is $100/week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $12.

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! For more information call 305-284-8510 or visit our website at www.miami.edu/wellness/camp email: minicanescamp@miami.edu

Ages 6-14

SPRING CAMP

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FIU Continuing and Professional Education, Miami International Music Academy, & Istituto Europeo

at the Deering Estate at Cutler

“SPRING INTO ACTION”

March 24-28, 2014 • 7:30 am to 5:00 pm Late pick-up from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm available for an additional fee. Cost: $188, plus a one-time $12 annual registration fee.

2014 Faculty-Led Summer Program in Florence, Italy ➤ ➤ ➤

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3 weeks, June 29 – July 19 Earn up to 3 college credits! Italian language (WL 101-202) Choose from a: Music Course/ Arts & Humanities Course/ Fine Arts Course/ Enrichment Course Courses will be offered in conjunction with the Italian Government Accredited Istituto Europeo

For information and registration summerinﬂorence.com or call

(305) 348-4837. Online at http://summerinﬂorence.com

Spring into Action and try out everything that the Deering Estate has to offer! From biking in the Pine Rocklands and Swamp Tromping in the wetlands, to getting a closer look at marine organisms by performing dissections and ﬁshing! Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72 Avenue • Miami, FL 33157 To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or sign language interpreter services (7 days in advance), call 305-755-7848.

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SENSE OF WONDER NATURE CENTER A.D. Barnes Park, 3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami .............................................................. 305-662-4124

ALEXANDER CAMP Call for camp locations alexandermontessori.com ......................... 305-665-6274

ARTSOUTH CREATIVE ARTS SUMMER CAMP Call for camp location info@artsouthhomestead.org ..................... 305-247-9406

ART THYME CERAMICS

Rock Crushers Youth Basketball

8813 SW 132nd St., Miami artthyme.com .......................................... 305-992-8222

BEAUX ARTS

Training aini nin with basketball drills and fundamentals: 10 week Summer Camp from State-of-the-Art June 9, 2014 - August 15, 2014 Shooting Machine

Open Gym Birthday Parties

Private One-On-One Sessions Group Train & Play

1301 Sanford Drive, Coral Gables beauxartsmiami.org..................artcampinfo@beauxarts.org

BET BREIRA SAMU-EL OR OLOM 9400 SW 87th Ave., Miami

bbsoomiami.org ....................................... 305-595-1500

BET SHIRA CONGREGATION 7500 SW 120th St., Miami betshira.org ............................................. 305-238-2606

BORN 2 SWIM AQUATIC ACADEMY 1955 NW 108th Ave., Miami born2swim.net ........................................ 305-278-7946

BRIGHT FUTURES PRESCHOOL 13724 SW 84th St., Miami ...................... 305-380-6760

CAMP ATLANTIS

Training with basketball drills and fundamentals: *Shooting *Foul Shooting *Lay-Ups *Dribbling *Passing *Rebounding & Conditioning Grouped by age: 5-9 and 9-14 year old Boys and Girls.

15420 S.W. 136 Street • #10 • Miami, FL 33196 (305) 235-4993 • www.rockcrushersbasketball.com

K-12th grade. Summer Fun camp - Academic camp - HS credit and MS grade recovery. Among the many fun on and off campus activities: Swimming, Zoo, Museums, Skating, Movies, Sports, Bowling, Arts & Crafts and more! 9600 SW 107th Ave, Miami atlantisacademy.com................................ 305-271-9771

THE CARRIE BRAZER CENTER FOR AUTISM & ALTERNATIVE APPROACHES cbc4autism.org South Dade Campus ................................ 305-234-0490 Kendall Campus ...................................... 305-271-8790

CARROLLTON SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART We welcome girls from all over the world to participate in our summer programs. Camp options include STEM camp, Around the World camp and Academic SuperCamp. 3747 Main Highway, Coconut Grove carrollton.org ............................305-446-5673 Ext. 2340

CASELY TENNIS ACADEMY caselytennis.com ..................................... 305-962-2633

miami-dade camp DIRECTORY

CHILDREN'S RESOURCE FUND Our summer camp offers academics and the fun children need to engage in exciting activities and strengthen social skills. The children rotate among activities such as cooking, music & movement, sports, science club, art, table games and more! 8571 SW 112th St., Miami crfcenter.org............................................ 305-596-6966

CIRCLE C YOUTH RANCH 5801 SW 120th Ave., Miami circlec.org ............................................... 305-274-3380

CONTINENTAL TENNIS CENTER 10001 SW 82nd Ave., Miami ................... 305-271-0732

CRANDON PARK TENNIS CENTER 7300 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne ........... 305-365-2300

THE CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER

12455 SW 104th St., Miami creativelearningmiami.com ....................... 305-274-4006

CRUMK SUPER SUMMER KIDS CAMP Cutler Ridge United Methodist Church - Kindergarten (Ages 3 to 6) 20740 Old Cutler Road, Cutler Bay cutlerridgeumc.org ................................... 305-235-6654

DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER Children ages 4-14 can "spring into action" and try out everything that the Deering Estate has to offer! From biking in the pine rocklands and swamp tromping in the wetlands to getting a closer look at marine organisms by fishing and performing dissections. 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami deeringestate.org ........................305-235-1668 Ext. 233

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Camp Sol Taplin Summer 2014 At the Michael-Ann Russell JCC

SPRING&SUMMERCAMP

Victor A. Gomez ctor ball Instr u Base

2,4,6, & 8-week Options Available!

w!! e ew N N ’s ’s t t a a h h W eW ee SSe Come for the fun, stay for the memories... June 16 - August 8

305-932-4200 www.marjcc.org

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Battinglessons Catchinglessons Fieldinginstruction Physical conditioning • Coachingpositive attitudes&behaviors Holidays,Spring& Summer Camps

Tel (305) 283-1686 (305) 215-2000 Email: vgomez3223@gmail.com * instructor is a former professional baseball player

PATRICIA AND PHILLIP FROST MUSEUM OF SCIENCE

miami-dade camp DIRECTORY

SPRING CAMPS March 24th – 28th, 2014 Daily camp classes from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Before and after care are available

Chemistry Explorations PRE-K (at least 4 years old) - 5th Grade Enter our chem lab as we explore all things gooey, sticky, bubbly, ﬁzzy, and fun!

Technology Journeys 6th – 8th Grade Use innovative technologies to code, construct and create in ways you probably have not imagined! For registration and class descriptions

www.miamisci.org 3280 South Miami Avenue • Miami, FL 33129 With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the MiamiDade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

305-646-4222 - camp@miamisci.org Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.

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ESCUDERO PASO FINO RIDING SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP

The ideal camp for all fashionistas!

Miami Miami As featu

Call for more info:

888-757-5575

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2014 Summer Camp

HURRICANE AQUATICS

Learn to ride with the experts. 20 years of experience. Specialized instructors. 18690 SW 100th St., Miami ............................................................. 305-972-7650

FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANICAL GARDEN

FANTASY THEATRE FACTORY

KENDALL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

We come to your school or camp ............... 305-284-8800

FIRST GIRLS CLUB CAMP Located at the University of Miami fgccamp.com .......................................... 305-233-8362

FIU CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES 11200 SW 8th St., Miami, AHC 1, Room 140 http://ccf.fiu.edu...................................... 305-348-0477

FIU CONTINUING AND PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION/MIAMI INTERNATIONAL MUSIC ACADEMY & ISTITUTO EUROPEO Summer program in Florence, Italy. 3 weeks, June 29 – July 19. Earn up to 3 college credits! Italian language. Choose from a: Music Course/ Arts & Humanities Course/ Fine Arts Course/ Enrichment Course. cpe@fiu.edu ............................................ 305-348-4837

FLORIDA GYMNASTICS Florida Gymnastics Training Center 13115 SW 89th Ave., Miami fgtc.net................................................... 305-251-4414

FROST MUSIC TIME SUMMER CAMP University of Miami - Frost School of Music For ages 4 to 8. Music Time helps your child acquire important skills for his/her total development and a life-long love of music. music.miami.edu ..................................... 305-284-3176

FUN CAMPS Located at the University of Miami & Pinecrest Community Center funcamps.com .............................. 305-666-2992

GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL OF TROPICAL FLORIDA

July 7 – 18 • 9am - 12 Noon daily

14187 SW 72nd St., Miami good-shepherd-school.org ......................... 305-385-7002

PIANO CAMP 6–8 year olds: Two week session July 7–18

University of Miami idtech.com................................1-888-709-TECH (8324)

INTERNATIONAL BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL

11347 SW 160th St., Miami girlscoutsfl.org ............................305-253-4841 Ext. 252

SEASHORE

ID TECH CAMPS

Junior Naturalist (Ages 6-11) June 16-July 25 (Six one-week sessions) KoolScience (Ages 12-14) June 16-June 27 (One two-week session) 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables fairchildgrden.org/education/summer-camp ...............................................305-667-1651 Ext. 3322

for children ages 4-8 on the University of Miami Campus

4–6 year olds: Weekly sessions available

1306 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables hurricaneaquatics.net .............................. 305-284-4713

GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL GYM KIDZ Gables Youth Center, 405 University Drive, Coral Gables gymkidzmiami ......................................... 305-460-5615

GYMNASTIC WIZARDS 12600 SW 130th St., Miami gymnasticwizards.com.............................. 786-573-0088

SUMMER SEMESTER CLASSES Birth–8 year olds: Begin on June 6, 2014 • MusicTime helps your child acquire important skills for his/her total development and a life-long love of music.

Coral Gables • S. Miami University Campus • Pinecrest Call (305) 284-3176 Email:frostmusictime@miami.edu Email:www.music.miami.edu/musictime

Learn to ride with the experts! • 20 yrs. of experience • Specialized instructors

ESCUDERO PASO FINO RIDING SCHOOL 18690 SW 100 ST., MIAMI

• From 3 years to adult ~ Beginner to advance levels • Horsemanship Certiﬁcation • Trail Rides • Therapeutic horseback riding for Special Needs

6330 SW 40th St., Miami ibmontessorischool.com ........................... 305-661-6434

INTERNATIONAL GYMNASTICS CAMP 18640 SW 104th Ave., Miami internationalgymnasticsmiami.com ............ 305-259-0677 8485 SW 112th St., Miami kendallchristian.com ................................ 305-271-3723

KENDALL ICE ARENA 10355 Hammocks Blvd., Miami kendallicearena.com ................................ 305-386-8288

KIDS FOR KIDS ACADEMY 14465 Country Walk Drive, Miami kidsforkidsacademy.com ........................... 305-232-0606

KIDS LEARNING ADVENTURES Multiple locations klaschools.com ........................................ 305-377-0391

KILLIAN OAKS ACADEMY/SUMMER ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT PROGRAM 10545 SW 97th Ave., Miami killianoaksacademy.com ........................... 305-274-2221

L’ ATELIER SCHOOL 5960 SW 71st St., South Miami latelier.org............................................... 305-662-2326

LUNA ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP 9025 SW 72nd St., Miami lunaacademy.com .................................... 786-332-2189

MIAMI BEACH BOTANICAL GARDEN June 18-Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join local art teacher Winsome Bolt in the garden for a free annual art camp for children ages 6+ 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach mbgarden.org .......................................... 305-673-7256

MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Global Kids Summer Passport: MCM's 2014 Summer Camp This 11-week interactive program will allow children to play, learn, imagine and create. Join MCM as we learn through music, dance, storytelling, art and unique cuisine. Camp begins Monday, June 9. Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Before and aftercare are available. 980 Macarthur Causeway., Miami miamichildrensmuseum.org ...........305-373-5437 Ext. 112

MIAMI CHILDRENS THEATER Call for camp info and locations miamichildrenstheater.com ...................... 305-274-3595

MIAMI DADE COLLEGE KENDALL CAMPUS CAMPS Kids/Teen College (Ages 7-17) Wild Things Happen (Ages 5-11) Arts & Crafts Camps (Grades 6-12) Sports Camps (Ages 4-18) mdc.edu/ce/kendall.................................. 305-237-2161

MIAMI-DADE PARKS & RECREATION FIT2PLAY SUMMER CAMPS We make children healthier and happier! Fun outdoor activities and convenient locations make meeting new friends a whole lot of fun! Register today! Miami-Dade County Parks miamidade.gov/parks ............................................... 311

MIAMI ELITE TENNIS ACADEMY Tennis - Conditioning - Drills - Games - Competition Match Play Swimming - Tutoring. Kenland Bend North Tennis Center, 8840 SW 123rd Court, Miami metennis.com ......................................... 305-632-2604

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Summer Camp at Fairchild! 2014

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(305) 235-0300

6790 SW 56 Street Miami, FL 33155

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www.palmettopresbyterian.org/palmetto-preschool www.pcsmiami.org

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June 9th – Aug 15th Kinder - 5th grade

305-662-2863

www.remlearningcenter.com We Offer: Open House Spanish, French, March 12th Ballet, Karate, 7pm S.T.E.M. Program

SUMMER CAMP

• Small Class Sizes • Certiﬁed & Degreed Teachers • Before/After Care Programs • Scholarships Available

16400 SW 147 Avenue Miami, 33187 Phone:

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We are dedicated to providing educational excellence within a safe nurturing Christian environment.

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Where big ideas become the next big thing. ONLY AT CAMP INVENTION. Camp Invention inspires conﬁdence in curious children like yours. Not just for a day or a week, but for a lifetime.

MIAMI SEAQUARIUM Spring Camp: March 24-28 Summer Camp: June 9- August 15 Campers ages 5-18. Camp includes shows, interactions, educational presentations and more! 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami miamiseaquarium.com ........................... 305-361-5705

MINI CANES RECREATIONAL SPORTS CAMP Sports and recreational activities for 6-12 years old; daily swim lessons and arts & crafts; special events. Selected as Best Children's Program in nation by Club Industry. University of Miami, Coral Gables miami.edu/wellness/camp ......................... 305-284-8510

MODELING CAMP Modeling Camp invites you to experience the world of modeling and fashion! Featured on Good Morning America, this camp has something for all fashionistas! 17375 Collins Ave., North Miami Beach modelingcamp.com ................................ 888-757-5575

MONTESSORI CHILDREN’S ACADEMY 9400 SW 16th St., Miami miamimontessori.com .............................. 305-225-3070

Act Now to Save Big. $25 oﬀ through March 28. Sign up at CAMPINVENTION.ORG Brought to your community by local educators.

MY GYM Multiple locations in Broward and Miami-Dade county Coral Gables: ....................................... 305-285-9440 Aventura: ............................................. 305-933-0496 Doral: .................................................. 305-500-9688 Kendall: .............................................. 305-270-0230 ................................................................. my-gym.com

ONE ON ONE LEARNING SUMMER CAMP The perfect blend of learning and fun! oneononelearning.com ............................. 305-273-8999

Coming to a location near you!

PALMETTO BAY GOLF & MINI GOLF 9300 SW 152nd St., Miami golfpalmetto.com ..................................... 305-238-2922

In partnership with United States Patent and Trademark Oﬃce, an Agency of the Department of Commerce

PALMETTO PRESCHOOL & PALMETTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP June 9th – Aug 15th. Kindergarten - 5th grade 6790 SW 56th St., Miami palmettopresbyterian.org .......................... 305-666-0632

PATRICIA AND PHILLIP FROST MUSEUM OF SCIENCE

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Spring Camps: March 24th – 28th. Daily camp classes from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Before and aftercare are available. Chemistry Explorations PRE-K (at least 4 years old) - 5th Grade: Enter our chem lab as we explore all things gooey, sticky, bubbly, fizzy, and fun! Technology Journeys: Use innovative technologies to code, construct and create in ways you probably have not imagined! 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami miamisci.org ........................................... 305-646-4200

PINEWOOD ACRES SCHOOL 9500 SW 97th Ave., Miami pinewood.co ............................................ 305-271-3211

REM LEARNING CENTER Educational summer program for children ages 12 months to 9 years old. Lots of fun places to go and things to do! This year we have been selected by the Maker Education Initiative as a 2014 Maker Corps Host Site. You can find out more at makered.org andremlearningcenter.com/ playmakeshare. See you this summer! 16400 SW 147th Ave., Miami ................. 305-235-0300

RIVIERA DAY CAMP Two campuses - Four sessions - June 9 to Aug. 1. Grades 3-10. South Florida's most unforgettable summer camp experience. rivieraschools.com 6800 Nervia St., Coral Gables .................. 305-666-1856 9775 SW 87th Ave., Miami ...................... 786-300-0300

ROCK CRUSHERS YOUTH BASKETBALL SUMMER CAMP Training with basketball drills and fundamentals: Shooting, Foul Shooting, Lay-Ups, Dribbling, Passing, Rebounding & Conditioning. Grouped by age: 5-9 and 9-14 year old, Boys and Girls. 15420 SW 136th St., #10, Miami rockcrushersbasketball.com ...................... 305-235-4993

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Spa Party for Girls For Girls Age 2-15

Arts & C Crafts f Party Accessories Dress up Fashion Show Model Runway Singing Dancing

Mini Mani Mini Pedi Hairdo Make-up Mini Facial Mini Relaxation Mommy & Me

Party Packages Play Day Haircuts Summer Camp Individual & Group Appointments CALL NOW TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT AND PARTY

www.littleprincessgirlsspa.com • (561) 557-5957 • (561) 544-0000 13873 Wellington Trace B14 • Wellington • 2000 N Federal Hwy., Boca Raton

SUMMER OF FUN AND SOCIAL SKILLS

★ Campers ages 6-14 are welcome ★ Counselors are school teachers ★ June 9 through July 18 ★ Financial assistance available

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★ Build self-esteem ★ Enhance social skills ★ Develop organizational skills ★ Control impulsivity ★ Learn to follow instructions ★ Fun & educational activities ★ Sports and games ★ Think through consequences ★ Apply learned skills into home ★ Sharpen life coping skills ★ Great Field Trips ★ Make Friends KENTWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL

(561) 649-6141

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ROIG ACADEMY

CAMP LIVE OAK

8000 SW 112th St., Miami roigacademy.com ..................................... 305-235-1313

campliveoakfl.com ACA accredited day camp. Science, canoeing, archery, biking. Certified teachers as counselors. Session and weekly rates available. Locations in Fort Lauderdale and North Miami Beach North Miami Beach .................................. 305-940-4748

PALM BEACH

CAMP MANATEE

700 Camellia Drive, Royal Palm Beach academyforchildenrichment.com ............... 561-798-3458

ROSEMONT ACADEMY 9400 SW 87th Ave., Miami rosemontacademy.com ............................. 305-403-2344

ROXY THEATRE GROUP 1645 SW 107th Ave, Miami

roxypac.com ............................................ 305-226-0030

SCHOOL OF ROCK MUSIC 8783 SW 132nd St., Miami schoolofrock.com/miami ........................... 786-592-4312

ST TIMOTHY CAMP 5400 SW 102nd Ave, Miami sainttimothycatholic.org ........................... 305-274-8229

CAMP NO-MI-BE 17051 NE 19th Ave., North Miami Beach citynmb.com ........................................... 305-948-2957

COCONUT GROVE SAILING CLUB

SUMMER THEATRE ACADEMY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI

2990 S. Bayshore Drive, Miami cgsc.org .............................................................. 305-444-4571

Act, sing, dance & more with STA! UM's Theatre Arts offers a fun and exciting summer for grades 1-7, & grades 8-10 get special training! as.miami.edu/sta .............................................................. 305-284-4474

THE CUSHMAN SCHOOL

(North of Delray Beach)

ACADEMY FOR CHILD ENRICHMENT ATLANTIS ACADEMY PALM BEACH 1950 Prairie Road, West Palm Beach atlantisacademy.com................................ 561-642-3100

BOCA'S PROFESSIONAL LEARNING ACADEMY, INC. 22354 SW 57th Ave., Boca Raton childcarebocaraton.com ........................... 561-487-1230

CAMBRIDGE SCHOOLS Multiple locations 1920 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington cambridgepreschools.com ....................... 561-791-0013

CAMP ATLANTIS

5818 SW 73rd St., South Miami thomasarmouryouthballet.org .................... 305-667-5543

Join us for good ol' fashion fun! Arts 'n' Crafts, Science, Robotics, Yoga, Music, Water slides and more. Register online today! 592 NE 60th St., Miami cushmanschool.org/summercamp .............................................................. 305-757-1966

TROPICAL PARK TENNIS CENTER

GYM KIDZ

atlantisacademy.com .............................................561-642-3100

7900 SW 40 St., Miami tropicalparktennis.com ............................. 305-226-8315

2038 NE 155th St., North Miami Beach gymkidzmiami .............................................................. 305-944-4277

CAMP SHALOM

THOMAS ARMOUR YOUTH BALLET

TUMBLEBEES GYMNASTICS 6950 SW 117th Ave., Miami tumblebeesgymnastics.com ...........305-596-BEES (2337)

VICTOR GOMEZ BASEBALL INSTRUCTOR

HEBREW ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAM 2400 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach rasg.org ................................................. 305-532-6421

Spring & Summer Camp Instructor is a former professional baseball player Email: vgomez3223@gmail.com ...................................... 305-283-1686, 305-215-2000

JUNGLE ISLAND

WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

MASTER SANG'S TNT MARTIAL ARTS

6855 SW 152nd St., Palmetto Bay, wcsmiami.org ............ 305-233-2030

YOUNG MUSICIANS' CAMP

University Of Miami, Gusman Concert Hall 1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables youngmusicianscamp.com ..................... .. 305-238-8937

YMCA OF GREATER MIAMI CAMPS

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Greynolds Park, 17530 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach ...................................... 305-948-2891, 305-944-6111

NORTH PALM BEACH

ymcamiami.org ....................................... 305-357-4000

ZOO MIAMI 2014 Zoofari Spring Camp at Zoo Miami. Kids ages 4-10 can enjoy animal presentations, learn about wildlife conservation & more! March 24-28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami zoomiami.org........................................... 305-251-0400

EAST

1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami jungleisland.com .............................................................. 305-400-7000 Multiple locations mastertntacademy.com Aventura ................................................. 305-785-2286 Coral Gables............................................ 954-483-5057 Miami Beach ........................................... 305-724-0286 North Miami Beach .................................. 305-724-0289

MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 980 Macarthur Causeway., Miami miamichildrensmuseum.org .............. 305-373-5437(KIDS)

MIAMI COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL - SUMMER PROGRAMS Summer camps and classes for students ages 3-18. Join us for our 88th amazing summer! summer.miamicountryday.org ................................................................ 305-779-7350

(East of I95 to Dolphin Expressway - 836/395) - Miami Beach, Biscayne Park, Aventura, North Miami, N. Miami Beach, Miami Shores, Bal Harbour, Sunny Isles, Downtown Miami

MOTI HORENSTEIN’S KARATE

AMERICAN TAEKWONDO ACADEMY

770 NE 125th St., North Miami mocanomi.org ......................................... 305-893-6211

2026 NE 155th St., North Miami Beach campkarate.com ...................................... 305-945-4445

BASS MUSEUM OF ART 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach bassmuseum.org...................................... 305-673-7530

18425 NE 19th Ave., North Miami Beach mhka.com .............................................. 305-935-1855

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART NU AGE GYMNASTICS AND DANCE 2675 NE 188th St., Miami nuagegymnastics.com .......................... 1-888-682-4318

BABY STARS

PROMETEO THEATRE

3565 NE 207th St., Suite A-9, Aventura baby-stars.com ....................................... 305-466-1886

Miami Dade College, 300 NE Second Ave., Miami

prometeotheatre.com ............................... 305-237-3262

BIG RED TRUCK EVENTS

ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL

Call us for summer camp packages! Fire safety lessons, spray the fire hose, firefighter challenges. Full water packages. Cool off with a fire hose. Call today! bigredtruckevents.com ............................. 786-248-1801

3885 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach stpatrickmiamibeach.com ......................... 305-538-8004

CAMP GREYNOLDS 18601 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach .............................................................. 305-945-3425

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UNIVERSAL DANCE STUDIOS 18401 NE 19th Ave., North Miami Beach universaldancestudiosmiami.com ............................................................. 305-937-2513

The area's best and most well-rounded traditional day camp experience including a general, preschool, sports, teen travel and a special needs camp. Low staff to camper ratios, quality specialists, instructional swim and more! Boynton Beach and Palm Beach Gardens .. campshalom.org

DEVOS-BLUM FAMILY YMCA OF BOYNTON BEACH Lifelong memories are made at YMCA summer camps! Campers swim, play, learn, meet friends, take field trips, enjoy on-site entertainment and more! Specialty camps for specific interests also available. 9600 S. Military Trail, Boynton Beach ymcaspbc.org .......................................... 561-738-9622

HIGH TOUCH HIGH TECH OF SOUTH FLORIDA 10101 W. Lantana Road, Suite G, Lake Worth sciencemadefunsfl.net ............................. 561-792-3785

HOME AWAY FROM HOME homeawayfromhomechildcare.com Wellington............................................... 561-791-8558 Palm Beach Gardens ................................ 561-627-6170 Jupiter ................................................... 561-747-6916 West Palm Beach..................................... 561-697-4775 Palm Springs........................................... 561-802-9090

HULA SURF SCHOOL Summer surf camp & ocean safety. Age 6+. Safety is our top priority. June 16 - July. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $250/week or $200/week for residents. Serving Boynton Beach hulasurfschool.com ...............................1-877-321-HULA

JUPITER OUTDOOR CENTER 1116 Love St., Jupiter jupiteroutdoorcenter.com .......................... 561-747-0063

JUPITER POINTE PADDLING 18701 SE Federal Highway, Tequesta jupiterpointe.com .................................... 561-746-6691

KARATE AMERICA karateamerica.info West Palm Beach ................................... 561-967-6698

KENTWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL ADHD and Aspergers welcome. Life skills and lots of fun! 6210 S. Congress Ave., Lantana kentwoodprepschool.com .............................................................. 561-649-6141

THE KING’S ACADEMY 8401 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach tka.net................................................... 561-686-4244

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Kick Off to Kindergarten (for children entering Kindergarten 2014)

This program will provide advanced academic skills presented in a fun, engaging manner each morning. Students will participate in planned camp activities in the afternoon – music, sports, art, water play and weekly specials. Our goal is to provide an easy transition into elementary school and nurture each child’s individual talents.

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FOR AGES 2-5 YEAR er Adventure Camp! Get ready for a supe S • REGISTER TODAY r adventure! Surf’s Up summer ﬁlled with discovery and , Red, White and Blue Ancient Israel, Animal Antics, the Wilderness are just , Pirate Adventure and Out in the so together. Awesome me of the places we will explore featured attraction s include colorful art, spectacular sp or and wet and wond ts, science slime, animals galore er Discover how our ful water fun! ﬂe work for your busy xible two week sessions family!

BECK FAMILY CAMPUS, 9800 YAMATO ROAD, BOCA RATON, FL 33434

561/391-9091 www.tbebocaecc.org A Reform congregation afﬁliated with The Union for Reform Judaism

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KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach kravis.org/artscamp .................................. 561-651-4366

LION COUNTRY SAFARI (SAFARI DAY CAMP) 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, West Palm Beach lioncountrysafari.com ............................... 561-793-1084

LITTLE PRINCESS SPA Arts & crafts, Dance lessons, cooking, spa day, etiquette & modeling, painting, field trips, movies, gardening, nutrition, yoga, sports, themed days and much more! The best summer camp for girls! 13873 Wellington Trace, B14, Wellington littleprincesspa.com ............................... 561-557-5957

LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER 14200 U.S. Highway 1, Juno Beach marinelife.org/camp ................................. 561-627-8280

MAD SCIENCE Mad Science Lab, 401 Maplewood Drive, Unit 2, Jupiter palmbeachbroward.madscience.org ........... 561-747-3033

OXBRIDGE ACADEMY Multiple camps are available. Call for more information 3151 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach oapb.org ................................................. 561-972-9600

PALM BEACH COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION AQUATICS CAMP Children, ages 8 to 13, will explore the world of aquatics at Lake Lytal and North County Pools plus two fun field trips! pbcsplash.com Lake Lytal pool ........................................ 561-233-1426 North County pool .................................... 561-745-0421

PALM BEACH PRESCHOOL 2890 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach palmbeachpreschool.com ......................... 561-968-4332

PALM BEACH ZOO

D! Y, RR ITE HU LIM S EI AC P S

Enjoy animal encounters, tours, zookeeping, fountain play and more! Before/aftercare and lunch available. Zoo Camp is for ages 5-17. 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach palmbeachzoo.org .................................... 561-547-9453

PINE JOG SUMMER DAY CAMP FAUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pine Jog Environmental Educational Center 6301 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach pinejog.fau.edu ....................................... 561-656-5430

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SOUTH FLORIDA SCIENCE CENTER AND AQUARIUM Exciting program for young scientists, ages 4-12. Packed with fun science lessons, experiments and much more! 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach sfsciencecenter.org ................................. 561-832-1988

STANDING OVATION PERFORMING ARTS

Hands-on exploration for young scientist ages 4-12! Register online at sfsciencecenter.org/camp or call (561) 832-2026 for more information.

7429 S. Military Trail, Lake Worth standingovationperformingarts.com ........... 561-734-0187

THE SWIM ACADEMY Multiple locations in the Palm Beach area ..................................................... theswimacademy.com

UNITY SCHOOL 101 NW 22nd St., Delray Beach unityschool.com ...................................... 561-276-4414

SOUTH (Delray Beach and south)

ADOLPH & ROSE LEVIS JCC 9801 Donna Klein Blvd., Boca Raton levisjcc.org.............................................. 561-852-3200

AMERICAN HERITAGE SCHOOL - SUMMER DAY CAMP

4801 Dreher Trail North West Palm Beach, FL 33405

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In addition to the traditional day camp, a number of specialty camps will be offered: Robotics Camp, Science Adventure Camp, Video Production Camp, Theatre Camp, Young Artists Camp and Sports Camps. Ages vary by camp; three 3-week sessions. Early morning care is free. Free Central Bus Transportation for many areas. 40 acres Olympic-size Pool - Tennis Complex Gymnasium. 6200 Linton Blvd., Delray Beach ahschool.com ......................................... 561-637-2440

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THE ART SCHOOL OF THE BOCA MUSEUM OF ART Youth Summer Art Camp - Serving Broward and Palm Beach June 9 through August 15. 10 weeks of hands-on activities in visual arts and art history. Ages 5-12. $265/week. 801 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton bocamuseum.org/artschool ....................... 561-392-2503

BETH EL EARLY LEARNING CENTER SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP Super summer filled with discovery and adventure! Flexible two-week sessions. For ages 2-5. New: "Kick Off to Kindergarten" with advanced academic skills in a fun, engaging manner, followed by regular camp activities in the afternoon (for children entering kindergarten) 9800 Yamato Road, Boca Raton tbeboca.org ............................................. 561-391-9091

BRIGHT & SMART 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton brightandsmart.com ................................. 954-816-3346

CAMP YELADIM AT CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL 2200 Yamato Road, Boca Raton cbiboca.org ............................................. 561-241-1484

CAPRETTO PLACE 4800 T-Rex Ave., Suite 110, Boca Raton caprettoplace.com ................................... 561-241-3011

CHILDREN’S SCIENCE EXPLORIUM Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton scienceexplorium.org ............................... 561-347-3912

GoWILD this Summer at Zoo Camp! 2012Winner Best Summer Camp Before/after care and lunch are available for an additional fee. Register Now! www.palmbeachzoo.org - Click Education Programs (561) 547-WILD (9453) • www.palmbeachzoo.org 1301 Summit Boulevard,West Palm Beach, FL 33405

CITY OF BOCA RATON Serving Boca Raton and Palm Beach county. Please call for details. summercampboca.com ............................ 561-393-7888

DELBO CARTOON CAMP Donna Klein Jewish Academy and Morikami Park Elementary cartooncamp.com .................................... 561-251-8116

ELEV8 SPORTS CAMP Serving Palm Beach and Broward county elev8sportsinstitute.com .......................... 800-970-5896

EMERGING MINDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY 9087 Glades Road, Boca Raton emmontessori.com ................................... 561-487-3535

EVERGLADES YOUTH CONSERVATION CAMP

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Located on the J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area pinejog.fau.edu/parents/EYCCCamp ........... 561-686-6600

EVERT TENNIS ACADEMY Spend your summer at Evert Tennis Academy! Available dates 6/1-8/16. Ages 8-18. 10334 Diego Drive South, Boca Raton evertacademy.com ................................... 561-488-2001

GYMNASTICS PLUS 9793 Glades Road, Boca Raton gpboca.com ............................................ 561-353-1974

THE LITTLE GYM 15280 Jog Road, Suite E, Delray Beach thelittlegym.com...................................... 561-637-9992

LITTLE PRINCESS SPA Arts & crafts, Dance lessons, cooking, spa day, etiquette & modeling, painting, field trips, movies, gardening, nutrition, yoga, sports, themed days and much more! The best summer camp for girls! 2010 NE 5th Ave., Boca Raton littleprincesspa.com ............................................................. 561-544-0000

MAD SCIENCE Boca Prep International School, 10333 Diego Drive S., Boca Raton palmbeachbroward.madscience.org ........... 561-747-3033

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Saint Andrew’s Day & Sports Camps Everyone Is Welcome! June 9 - August 8, 2014 8-Week Day & Sports Camps $2,900* Ages 3 -10 (Save $500) 8-Week Adventure & Sports Travel $3,650* Ages 11-13 (Save $310) 2-9 Week Sessions Also Available!

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■ 8:45 am - 3:10 pm daily with Before & Aftercare available ■ 1:6 Counselor to Camper Ratio ■ Healthy Lunch included (Salad and Deli Bars, Hot Foods, and Fruit)

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■ One Swim per Day including Instructional and Free Swim ■ NEW! Gaga Pit, Robotics, 3D Printed Art, Tennis Instruction, Fitness, and More! ■ Specials including Science, Art, Dance, Karate, Rock Climbing, and More! ■ Theme weeks including Splash Week and Color War ■ 24-Hour Campus Security and Expedited Drop Off & Pick Up ■ 3 Air-conditioned Gymnasiums and Age-Speciﬁc Bunks ■ End of Summer Talent Show 3900 Jog Road, Boca Raton, Florida 561.210.2100

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PETER BLUM FAMILY YMCA OF BOCA RATON 6631 Palmetto Circle South, Boca Raton Lifelong memories are made at YMCA summer camps! Campers swim, play, learn, meet friends, take field trips, enjoy on-site entertainment and more! Specialty camps for specific interests also available. ymcaspbc.org.................. 561-395-9622

SUMMER SCIENCE INSTITUTE

PINE TREE CAMPS AT LYNN UNIVERSITY 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton pinetreecamp.com ................................... 561-237-7310

PONIES & PALMS SHOW STABLES 19721 118th Trail, Boca Raton poniesandpalms@gmail.com bocaswelshponiesandpalms.com ............... 561-487-4233

RISING STARS GYMNASTICS 6500 W. Rogers Circle, Boca Raton risingstarsgym.net.................................... 561-998-4225

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CONSERVATORY THEATRE Summer camp at Boca's Mizner Park. Unprecedented Youth Theatre, Ages 5-18. 3-week full day musical productions. Wizard of Oz and Into the Woods. Local, professional, dynamic & fun for young actors - Enroll today! Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, East Boca Raton youthactors.com ...................................... 888-344-3465

SAINT ANDREW’S CAMPS 2-9 week sessions. Four exciting camps to choose from: Adventure Camp (ages 11 to 13): Swim, 3D printed art, robotics, dance, arts & crafts and more! Sports Camp (ages 6 to 10): Rotate through 8 sports, indoors and out. Healthy hot lunch and snack included. Swim and extended care available. Sports Traveling Camp (ages 10 to 13): Rotate through 8 different sports, indoors and out. Day Camp (ages 3 to 10): 1:6 ratio swim instruction, sports, science, dance, robotics, rock climbing and more! Go online for more information! 3900 Jog Road, Boca Raton saintandrews.net/summercamp ................. 561-210-2100

SCIENCE program at FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY for ages 11-15 This is your opportunity to participate in a STEM initiative at FAU and study science in the real world! The Summer Science Institute at Florida Atlantic University is an intensive hands-on science preparation program for students who are interested in the healthcare and scientiﬁc ﬁelds. The program provides unparalleled preparation for undergraduate science coursework. SSI emphasizes integrating the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics in a dynamic, problem-based learning environment.

REAL SCIENTISTS! REAL RESEARCH! REAL LABS!

4 week session (9:00am – 2:00pm) Session 1: June 16 – July 11 Session 2: July 14 – August 8

Apply online; space is limited

REAL EXPOSURE! REAL EXPERIENCE! REAL DISCOVERY

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(NW Corner of Hiatus Rd & Oakland Park Blvd.)

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SCHOOLHOUSE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM & LEARNING CENTER

TEAM RECREATIONAL PRESCHOOL OPEN GYM

129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach schoolhousemuseum.org .......................... 561-742-6780

SHOWTIME PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton showtimeboca.com .................................. 561-394-2626

SOL CHILDREN'S THEATRE 3333 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton solchildren.org......................................... 561-447-8829

SPORTS BROADCASTING CAMP June 9-13 - Boys and Girls 10-18 will have an opportunity to learn from the pros in the industry. Meet sports celebrities. Make sports anchor tapes in a TV studio. Make reporting tapes from professional stadiums. Participate in sports talk radio and PTI style shows, trivia contests, and much more. Day/Overnight sessions available. playbyplaycamps.com ............................. 800-319-0884

Camp Available Full day & Half days. Also offering extended care hours. Camp starts as soon as school year ends

PARKOUR STUNTS OPEN GYM STREET WORKOUT

954-532-4088 www.intensitygymnastics.com www.intensityparkour.com Follow us on Facebook!

SUGAR SAND PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 20 different camps - ages 5-14. Music - Theater - Cooking - Film - Robotics - Art - Fitness and more! 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton sugarsandpark.org.................................... 561-347-3900

SUMMER SCIENCE INSTITUTE A science program at Florida Atlantic University for ages 11-15. The Summer Institute is an intensive hands-on science program. 4 week sessions / June 16-July 11 and July 14-Aug. 8 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton science.fau.edu/oce ................................. 561-297-6702

SUNFLOWER CREATIVE ARTS Camp for camp location and details sunflowercreativearts.org...............561-482-3412

THE SWIM ACADEMY Multiple locations in the Palm Beach area ..................................................... theswimacademy.com

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• Accredited by SACS/AdvancEd • McKay Scholarships Accepted • FL Standard and Special Diploma options offered • FCAT testing not required Now accepting applications for the 2014• ADHD, ASD, SLD and 2015 school year for students with learning other disabilities welcome difﬁculties/disabilities or those struggling in their current learning environment.

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• Register for Summer Now and Save! • Spring Camp: March 24-28 • Summer Camp: June 9-August 15 • For Ages 5-13 • Teen Eco Program: Ages 14-16 • Certified Teachers as Counselors

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CAMP DATES Full Session ~ June 9th - August 1st Session 1 ~ June 9th - July 3rd Session 2 ~ July 7th - August 1st

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FUTURE SCHOLAR’S PRESCHOOL

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954-414-1211 Hours: 6:00am - 6:30pm

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SU UMMER CAMP 2014 at Mizner Park Cultural Art Center Session 1: 6/9-6/28

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• Boys and Girls 10-18 will have an opportunity to learn from the pros in the industry. • Meet sports celebrities. • Make sports anchor tapes in a TV studio. • Make reporting tapes from professional stadiums. • Make play-by-play tapes of the NBA Finals and Super Bowl. • Participate in sports talk radio and PTI style shows, trivia contests, and much more. • Day/Overnight sessions available.

Session 2: 6/30-7/19

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Only $125 Per Week

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SEAWORLD & BUSCH GARDENS ADVENTURE CAMP Swbg-adventurecamps.com ...................... 800-406-2244

VALLEY VIEW RANCH EQUESTRIAN CAMP Horse lovers' paradise since 1954! A'top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls, 8-17; 1 to 9 weeks, 600 acres, English, Western, Barrels, Vaulting and Trails. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4-6 hours daily on your own camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls dreams come true! Cloudland, GA valleyviewranch.com ................................ 706-862-2231

Summer camp includes ˜ Cheerleading ˜ Baton Twirling ˜ Dance ˜ Performance & Trophy

AROUND FLORIDA

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GOLISANO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF NAPLES

954-438-2075 www.ﬂoridasuperstars.com

World Explorers World Tour For grades 1-6; $60 per day Call 239-260-1600 to register. 15080 Livingston Road, Naples ....................................................................... cmon.org

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MCM Spring Camp Storyland Adventure!

March 24th - 28th 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Miami Children’s Museum receives both private and public funding. MCM is sponsored in part by the City of Miami; the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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