SRQ Magazine | RocketKids2023: Guide to Summer Camps

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2023 FEATURED SUMMER CAMPS IN SARASOTA + MANATEE

DIVE INTO THEATRE

Theatre Camp—Ages 5-17. With year-round classes and Spring Break and Summer Theatre Camps, the Florida Studio Theatre School offers a wide range of opportunities for self-expression and creative growth for students ages 5-17. Led by FST’s teaching staff of professional resident artists, students gain an understanding of theatre, acting method, stage technique, and literary skills. The acting philosophy taught in our classes is based on the Stanislavski method, a professional acting technique used world-wide. Students also have access to performance opportunities throughout the year. Whether your interest is to encourage personal creativity and confidence or serious theatrical training, FST invites you to discover your child’s artistic home in the Florida Studio Theatre School. Scholarships are available. Learn more at floridastudiotheatre.org or by calling 941.366.1350.

HAVE A BLAST WHILE LEARNING SCIENCE!

Science Camp. Science Scope shows entertain while educating your kids on scientific concepts. Science Scope offers shows and events to camps, organizations, clubs, and families. The programs allow kids to develop a love of science, furthers the child’s interest in STEM fields, provides an entertaining experience for the child, and makes learning fun! Programs are presented by Science Education Specialist, Kim Kassin. Kim created Science Scope so she could share her passion for learning science. Kim will be happy to present at your summer camp, child’s birthday party, or event. Learn more at: sciencescopekids.com, 941 218-6311, sciencescope@icloud.com

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS GREAT FUTURES ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAM

The 2023 Boys & Girls Clubs Great Futures Academy Summer Program provides youth, ages 6 to 18, with access to positive adult mentors and opportunities that encourage academic excellence, leadership development, healthy habits and success after high-school graduation. Youth can engage in a comprehensive slate of exciting activities including daily education, experiential activities, field trips, art demonstrations, physical fitness, technology instruction, career exploration and more. The program runs for eight weeks at all six Boys & Girls Clubs locations, Monday through Friday, from May 31 to August 4, 8 am to 6:00 pm. All Clubs will be closed on June 19th and July 3 to 7. Meals will be provided. Middle and high school students are also invited to join the organization’s specialized summer programs in leadership training, volunteerism, entrepreneurism, college & career readiness, workforce development and more. Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota and Desoto Counties. For the online application, program details, calendars and more visit bgcsdc.org.

Summer Camp—Ages 6-18

2023 Featured Summer Camps

SARASOTA OPERA CAMP

Summer Camp—Ages 8-18. Let us show you how fun opera is on and off the stage! Each June, Sarasota Youth Opera offers multiple summer camps for young people ages 8-18. Under the direction of Sarasota Opera’s professional artistic and production staff, campers experience the magic on the stage and behind the scenes as they study the many facets of opera, from music and acting to opera appreciation and production. Designed for all skill levels, our annual camp engages young people in the magic of opera. A typical day includes sessions in singing, acting, sets, props, wigs, make-up, and costumes, all led by industry artists, directors, musicians, and technicians. No audition required; all skill levels are welcome. The 2023 Summer Camps begin June 12 – 30. Visit sarasotaopera.org/ summer-camp to learn more and register!

INQUIRY-BASED MARINE SCIENCE CAMPS

Marine Science Camp—Kindergarten to 8th grade. Mote Camps combine groundbreaking research with fun, hands-on, and age-appropriate, inquiry-based activities. We offer a wide variety of camp themes for campers entering Kindergarten to 8th grade. Campers can discover the wonders of marine animals and environments studied by Mote scientists–a great way to gain steam in STEM education even when school is out. Not in Sarasota? No problem! Attend Mote Camp from anywhere! Join us virtually for exciting STEM camps brought to you in collaboration with our award-winning SEA Trek program. Join us and #MakeTheMoteOfSummer! Weeklong camps run June 5 through August 4 for campers ages 5-13. For more information about camp descriptions and pricing, visit mote. org/camp. For additional information, email camps@mote.org or call 941-388-4441, extension 164. Reminder: Mote members receive a discount on all Mote camps and many other programs and events!

AN ENERGETIC BLEND OF ARTS & MUSIC

Celebrating thirty-three years of excellence in music education, the Suzuki Institute School of Music is one of the oldest and most reputable schools offering music lessons in Sarasota. We teach violin, piano, cello, guitar, voice, saxophone and many other instruments to beginners, advanced, children and adults alike. Our youngest students are barely three years old and the oldest are retirees in their golden years. Anyone with an interest in learning to play an instrument will find a home and a highly-skilled, caring teacher at the Suzuki Institute. Our summer programs are an energetic blend of the arts, with campers working in small groups separated by age but also learning to collaborate in an ensemble setting. Each week is filled with explorations of multiple arts, from music to visual art, singing, dance and drama, and exposure to several musical instruments throughout the week. Themes include The Little Mermaid, The Greatest Show on Earth, Superheroes, Encanto, Star Wars and World Music. A short presentation/performance brings each week to a close. Learn more at sarasotasuzuki.org/ camp or by calling 941.330.9930.

Arts Camp—Ages 7-11

ORTHODONTIC CARE FOR KIDS

Teeth Health Dr. David Freeman, a Board Certified Orthodontist, has proudly been providing personalized comprehensive orthodontic care to children, teens and adults in Sarasota for over 19 years. Freeman Orthodontics is a private, established orthodontic office supported by a talented and committed team focused on excellence. Their office is warm, efficient and inviting. Dr. Freeman passionately supports schools and non-profits that serve children of all ages, animals and those in need. Freeman Orthodontics is trusted and well known throughout the community for quality care, treatment results and community involvement. Ready to learn more, visit www.FreemanOrthodontics.com or call 941.953.7500.

FRIENDS, FUN AND ADVENTURE AT THE Y!

Summer Camp At YMCA of Southwest Florida’s Summer Camp, kids will make new friends and explore new adventures each day! YMCA Summer Camp offers campers the opportunity to try something new while they build character through activities based on the Y Core Values: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Every YMCA of Southwest Florida Summer Camp location incorporates camp activities like outdoor games, art and sports, plus a variety of adventures throughout the week. Learn more about how your child can have the best summer ever by visiting https://www.ymcaswfl. org/programs/child-care/summer-camps.

SummerCamps

2023 SUMMER CAMPS IN SARASOTA+ MANATEE

GENERAL CAMPS

CENTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL SUMMER FUN EXPERIENCE CAMP AT THE MAIN CAMPUS AND LAKEWOOD RANCH CAM-

PUS Ages 3-10 An educational summer program featuring weekly thembased units filled with lots of arts and crafts your child is sure to life. Call for details on which camp is available at each of the two campuses. Dates for Primary at the Lakewood Campus: June 5-9, Water Week; June 12-16, Dinosaurs; June 19-23, Science Week; June 26-30 Art Adventure; July 10-14, Books and Tunes and July 17-21, Art.

Dates for Primary the Main Campus: June 5-9, Books and Tunes; June 12-16, Gardening; June 19-23, Famous Pantings; June 26-30, Around the World; July 10-14, Art Adventure; July 17-21, Water Week; July 24-28, Dinosaurs; and July 31-August4, Space Week. Dates for Elementary at the Main Campus: June 5-9, Cooking; June 1216, Art Adventure; June 19-23, Art Adventure; June 26-30 Water Week; July 10-14, Board Games and July 1721, Science Week. Cost: Full day: $225/ week, Half day: $175/week; Location: Main Campus: 6024 26th S. West, Bradenton. Lakewood Ranch Campus: 12705 State Rd. 64 East, Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-753-4987, cms@ centermontessori.org, centermontessori.org

HERSHORIN SCHIFF COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP

Ages 14 months to entering kindergarten Each camp has a theme that provides opportunities for learning, playing and growth. 3-day and 5-day options available. Dates: Session

1: June 5–16, Session 2: June 1930, Session 3: July 3–15, Session

4: July 17–28 Cost: Prices begin at $325/week. Visit communityday.org/ summercamps for a detailed pricing guide. Location: 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota. Register: 941-552-2770,

emailkrisztina@communityday.orgor tbortz@communitydayschool.com, communityday.org/ Grades 1-5 The Hershorin Schiff Community Day School offers educational and fun summer camps with themed weeks that include sciences, language, arts, nature and sports. Full-day sports and activities camp and half-day academic camp options available. Campers will enjoy onsite activities as well as offsite adventures. Dates: Session 1: June 5–16, Session 2: June 19-30, Session 3: July 3–15, Session 4: July 17–28 Cost: Prices begin at $450 per week. Visit communityday.org/summercamps for a detailed pricing guide. Location: 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota. Register: 941-552-2770, griffitts@communityday.org, communityday.org/

SUMMER IN THE PARKS ADVENTURE CAMP Grades: 6-8

Your older child will enjoy more challenging activities and field trips while maintaining a safe environment. Adventure campers participate in multiple field trips every week and enjoy on-site activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, and more. Adventure campers are transported to field trip sites in Sarasota County school buses. Parents must check in their children at the campsite between 7:30 and 9 a.m. Most activities are planned between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., but some field trips require an earlier arrival or later pickup. Children arriving late must be transported to the field trip location by their parent or guardian. Lunch will be provided free of charge through the Sarasota District Schools Food and Nutrition Services Summer Break Spot Program as the field trip schedule allows. Dates: Session 1: June 5-30 and Session 2: July 3-28 (no camp on July 4) 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost: $643 per session. Payment plan available. Financial assistance available to qualifying families. Location: Bee Ridge Park, 4430 S. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota and Nokomis Community

Park, 234 Nippino Trail E., Nokomis. Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS C.I.T.

PROGRAM Ages: 14-16 Students entering 9th through 11th grade are invited to apply for the Counselorin-Training Program and enjoy sessions that will prepare them to become successful camp counselors. A limited number of C.I.T. opportunities are available. Online registration form indicating camp location must be completed prior to April 28. Candidates will be interviewed in the order the registration form is received until maximum enrollment is reached. C.I.T.s will have the opportunity to earn volunteer hours as they assist counselors on-site and on field trips. Training sessions include team building, group games, safety, first aid and more. If selected, candidates must provide a letter of recommendation from an adult other than a family member. The program fee is due once the candidate is selected. Participants should contact their high school prior to summer to verify eligibility of volunteer hours. Lunch will be provided free of charge through the Sarasota District Schools Food and Nutrition Services Summer Break Spot Program as the field trip schedule allows. C.I.T.s will receive uniform T-shirts. C.I.T.s will be required to attend C.I.T. training June 1-3. Detailed schedule will be provided upon selection. Dates: Session 1: June 5-30 and Session 2: July 3-28 (no camp on July 4) 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost: $95 per session Location: Colonial Oaks Park, 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd., Sarasota; Laurel Park, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis; Longwood Park, 6050 Longwood Run Blvd., Sarasota and Woodmere Park, 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. Register:scgov.net/parks

SUMMER VACATION IN THE PARKS DAY CAMP AND MINI CAMPS Grades:

1-5 By Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural

Resources Locations: Colonial Oaks Park, 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd., Sarasota; Laurel Park, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis; Longwood Park, 6050 Longwood Run Blvd., Sarasota; Woodmere Park, 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. DAY CAMP Grades: 1-5 at Colonial Oaks Park, Laurel Park, Longwood Park and Woodmere Park Day Camp offers a safe and exciting setting for your children to enjoy a summer of discovery. Weekly themes allow campers to have fun, make friends and enjoy new experiences with field trips each week and on-site activities focusing on physical activity, creative arts, science and nature, safety and wellness, character development and reading to prevent summer learning loss. Camp fee includes official camp T-shirt, field trip costs and on-site activities. Lunch will be provided free of charge through the Sarasota District Schools Food and Nutrition Services Summer Break Spot Program as the field trip schedule allows. Campers are transported to field trip sites in Sarasota County school buses. Parents must check in their children at the campsite between 7:30 and 9 a.m. Structured activities take place between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Children arriving late must be transported to the field trip location by their parent or guardian. Dates: Session 1: June 5–30, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Session 2: July 3–28, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; additional week available (See mini camp listing) Cost: $432/session; payment plan available; financial assistance available to qualifying families. MINI CAMP Grades: 1-5 at Colonial Oaks Park and Woodmere Park This program provides an additional week of camp fun for children. Onsite entertainment will make the last week of summer a memorable one. Dates: July 31-Aug. 4, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Cost: $108 Location: Colonial Oaks Park and Woodmere Park Register: scgov.net/ parks

THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY SUMMER ACADEMY

Grades K-5. CAMP BANYAN, one of our most popular day camps, is held on our Siesta Key Campus. Each themed week offers a brand new experience full of exciting activities that include beach days, off-campus field trips and special themed activities. Our time on campus is spent experiencing a wide variety of activities which may include water days, arts and crafts, cooking, hands-on science experiments, outdoor sports and games, team building, drama, leadership-building activities and more. All activities and field trips are subject to change. We will be sending a weekly letter with specific details for each week. Space is limited; early registration is recommended.

Dates: June 12–July 21 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Cost: $315/week (Lunch is included)

Location: ODA Siesta Key Campus, 444 Reid St., Siesta Key Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu

THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY PREPPING FOR PRE-K CAMP

Grades: Rising ODA Pre-K Join us for our Prepping for Pre-K camp. This camp is designed specifically for rising Pre-K students who will be attending ODA in the fall. This is a great way for your child to experience our campus and get comfortable with their surroundings as well as help with the transition to a new school. Campers will have a fun-filled week of engaging activities including arts & crafts, story-time fun, learning centers, outdoor play, fun group games, scavenger hunts, and more. Be sure to register early to ensure your spot; space is limited. Dates: July 17-21

Cost: $225/week Location: ODA Siesta

Key Campus, 444 Reid St., Siesta Key Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu

THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAMS THE COUNSELOR-INTRAINING VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

AT SIESTA KEY CAMPUS Grades: Rising 9-12 This program is designed to provide an opportunity for Upper School students to develop job skills and the opportunity to earn volunteer hours. Our Counselors in

Training (CITs) will assist our counselors with all the day-to-day camp activities at Camp Banyan. This may include field trips, arts and crafts, sports activities, group games, and helping at pick-up and dismissal. Our CITs must commit to the entire week and uphold our expectations of professionalism in order to participate and earn volunteer hours. CITs will be under the direct supervision of Camp Banyan’s director. We will have a limited number of spots available for each week and these are on a first-come basis. CITs can remain for Extended Care until 5 p.m. to help if they would like to earn extra hours.

Dates: June 12-16, June 19-23, June 2630, July 10-14 and July 17-21 Cost: $25

Location: Siesta Key Campus, 444 Reid St., Siesta Key Register: oda.edu

THECOUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM AT THE UIHLEIN CAMPUS Grades: Rising 9-12 This program is designed to provide an opportunity for Upper School students to develop job skills and the opportunity to earn volunteer hours. Our Counselors in Training (CITs) will assist our counselors with all the day-to-day camp activities at Thunder Sports Camp. This may include assisting with set-up and break-down of sports games, assisting head counselors with sports games with children, and helping at pick-up and dismissal. Our CITs must commit to the entire week and uphold our expectations of professionalism in order to participate. All CITs will be expected to complete the entire week in order to earn volunteer hours. CITs will be under the direct supervision of the Thunder Sports Camp Director. We have a limited number of spots available for each week and these are on a first-come basis. CITs can remain for Extended Care until 5 p.m. to help if they would like to earn extra hours. Dates: June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July 10-14 and July 17-21

Cost: $25 Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch, 5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota. Register: oda.edu

ART CAMP / VISUAL ARTS

THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY ARTS CAMPS Grades: Pre-K–5

A wide range of art camps give kids the chance to explore their creative side through a variety of arts and crafts skills including Art and Eats Camp (rising grades Pre-K–1), Crazy Cooking Camp (rising grades 1-5), Sewing Camp (rising grades 2-5), Mosaic and Resin Camp (rising grades 2-5) and Woodworking Camp (rising grades 2-5). Dates: Art and Eats: June 19–23 and July 10–14, (1 p.m.-4 p.m.), Crazy Cooking: June 19–23 and July 10–14, (9 a.m.-12 p.m)., Sewing: June 26–June 30, (9 a.m.-12 p.m.), Mosaic and Resin: June 12–16, (9 a.m.-12 p.m.), Woodworking: July 17–July 21, (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $210/week Location: Lakewood Ranch Campus, 5950 Deer Dr., Sarasota Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu

ART CENTER SARASOTA SUMMER CAMPS CREATIVE KIDS

cluded; sibling discount; scholarships available. Location: 707 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, Register: 941-365-2032, jane@artsarasota.org,artsarasota. org/summercamp

2023 SUMMER PROGRAM AT THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

Ages: 6-18 The 2023 Boys & Girls Clubs

Summer Programs provide youths with access to positive adult mentors and opportunities that encourage academic excellence, leadership development, healthy habits and success after high school graduation. The Summer Program features a comprehensive slate of exciting activities including daily education, art demonstrations, physical fitness activities, technology instruction, career exploration and more. Meals are also provided. Dates: May 31 to Aug. 4 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.) All Boys & Girls Clubs will be closed on June 19th and July 3 to 7. Cost: Membership fees vary per club. Locations: Gene Matthews Boys & Girls Club at 6851 S. Biscayne Dr., North Port; Lee Wetherington Boys & Girls Club at 3100 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota; Louis and Gloria Flanzer Boys & Girls Club at 18 School Ave., Arcadia; Newtown Estates Park Boys & Girls Club at 2800 Newtown Blvd., Sarasota; Robert and Joan Lee Boys & Girls Club at 920 Gulf Coast Blvd., Venice and Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club at 1790 21st St., Sarasota. Registration: bgcsdc. org/summer-program

SUMMER IN THE PARKS CAMP

ARTISTS

CAMP Ages: 6-10 Campers will be led by their teachers in fun and challenging art projects using various mediums, including painting, drawing, sculpture and collage. They will learn and practice basic art skills such as color mixing, painting with artist paint brushes and drawing with pencil, marker and pastel. Our teachers are great at creatively adapting projects and working with a variety of skill levels and dexterity. Dates: May 30-Aug. 4 (9:30am–3pm) Cost: $300/week for non-members or $250/week for members. Before-care or after-care available; all supplies included; sibling discount; scholarships available. Location: 707 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, Register: 941-365-2032, jane@ artsarasota.org,artsarasota.org/ summercamp EMERGING

CAMP Ages: 11-15 Emerging Artists Camp is a program for older campers to experiment with more complex art subjects and materials and create projects of their own design under the guidance of our skilled art teachers.

Dates: May 30-Aug. 4 (9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Cost: $300/week for non-members or $250/week for members. Before-care or After-care available; all supplies in-

RUNWAY Ages: 8-14 Camp Runway offers an in-depth background of the process and elements needed to design a collection. From concept to construction, illustration and fabrics, campers will enjoy learning different skills through fun and exciting projects. Each week campers will explore fashion history, draping, sewing, textiles, sketching, collaging and so much more. Dates: Session 1: June 12-16 and June 19-23, Session 2: June 26-30 and July 3, 5-7 and Session 3: July 10-14 and July 17-31 (9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) Cost: Session 1 and 3-$685 and Session 2-$632 Location: Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS MOSAIC AND RESIN CAMP

Ages: 7-12 In this fun camp, we will be exploring a bit of destruction and science while we learn about mosaics and resin arts. Come smash and rebuild colorfully creative mosaic pieces from multiple media types and mix your way into some cool techniques in resin art too.

Dates: June 5-9 (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Cost: $175 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. Register: scgov.net/parks

day culinary course will teach principles of food and kitchen safety, best practices for food preparation, basic kitchen tools and measurements, how to make charcuterie boards for an appetizer, along with making main courses and dessert, customer service and table etiquette for dining, presentation skills and basic restaurant operations. Class size is limited to 12 students. Dates: Aug 21-24 Cost: $375/week Location: 4914 Lena Road, Unit 104, Bradenton Register: pineapplekitchen.com

DANCE CAMPS

SARASOTA CONTEMPORARY DANCE SUMMER PROGRAMS

6-12

SUMMER IN THE PARKS SAND SCULPTURE CAMP Ages:

Amaze your family and friends with the sand-sculpting skills and techniques you’ll learn from a master sand sculptor on beautiful Siesta Beach. Fee includes a sand-sculpting tool kit for camp attendees. Bring plenty of water, a hat and sunscreen. A shade tent will be provided for breaks from the sun.

Dates: June 19-21 (Monday-Wednesday) and June 28-30 (Wednesday-Friday) (9 a.m. to 12 p.m) Cost: $130 (three days) Location: Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS

WOODWORKING CAMP Ages:

7-12 Here is an opportunity to really get busy with a hammer and nails, sandpaper and such. What joyous things we can create with wood. Dates: July 24-28 (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Cost: $175 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis Register: scgov.net/parks

COOKING CAMPS

PINEAPPLE KITCHEN: KITCHEN KIDS CULINARY CAMP FOR HOMESCHOOLERS Ages: 7-14

Camp will include basic cooking and baking, food safety, restaurant etiquette and operations and will culminate in a four-course graduation dinner for two family members or friends on the last day, Thursday, prepared and served by the students in our mock restaurant. Each student will receive an embroidered Chef’s Apron & Hat with their name, measuring spoons & measuring cup and a class course book. Students will prepare their lunch daily. Please contact us for special dietary requirements. This four-

SUMMER IN THE PARKS ART

AND EATS Ages: 5-10 This is a camp that combines our art and cooking programs all in one. Our cooking curriculum each day will be about kitchen cleanliness, food safety and proper tool usage. Campers will be using the “three-bite rule” as they explore new food flavors both sweet, savory and sometimes exotic. The second half of the camp will be filled with art and exploring many different types and forms of art such as paper, woodworking, sewing, tile, paint and creative uses for recycled materials and more. All tools, recipes and supplies will be provided as well as a bunch of new skills, a dash of inspiration and a pinch of spice. Dates: July 31-Aug. 4, 9 am–12 pm. Cost: $175 Location: Bee Ridge Park, 4430 S. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS CHEF

CAMP Ages: 10-15 Fins at Sharky’s: Bon appetit. Learn lifelong cooking skills and techniques from world-class chefs at Venice’s premier beachfront steakhouse, Fins at Sharky’s. Campers will enjoy an immersive, hands-on kitchen experience focusing on culinary techniques including kitchen safety, sushi, grilling steaks, prep, bread baking, sautéing fish and more. Made in Italy: Ciao. Made In Italy is teaching a cooking class for kids. We invite you into our kitchen to learn the basics to some Italian kid-friendly food. You will learn how to make pizza, pasta and Italian desserts. Dates: Fins at Sharky’s, June 5-9 and July 17-21, Made in Italy, June 12-16 and July 10-14 (8:3011 a.m.) Cost: $225/session Register: scgov.net/parks.

Explore new ways of moving — students will have the opportunity to take Contemporary, Hip Hop, Acro, Afro-Modern and Creative Movement. Each day will also include craft and game time. No dance experience necessary. LITTLE GROOVERS Ages: 5-7 Dates: July 24-28 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Cost: $150 INTERMEDIATE MOVERS Ages: 8-10 Dates: July 24-28 (9 a.m.-2 p.m.) Cost: $175

MIDDLE SCHOOL MOVEMENT

SAMPLER Ages: 11-14 Dates: July 24-28 (2:30-4:30 p.m.) Cost: $100 SCD PRE-PROFESSIONAL SUMMER Ages: 14+ Dates: Intensive A (May 20-26), Intensive B (June 1016) and Intensive C (July 15-21) Get ready to move this summer with Sarasota Contemporary Dance and guest teachers in sunny Sarasota for a week-long dance intensive, unlike any other! You have three weeks to choose from- or do all three! Dance experience required. SCD SUMMER WORKSHOPS Ages: 13+ Sarasota

Contemporary Dance has created one of a kind workshops, SCD Samplers, allowing dancers to experience a variety of classes and teachers. This workshop offers a wide range of dance techniques with teachers from diverse backgrounds. Cost: $165/workshop or $50/day Location: 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 300, Sarasota Register: 941-260-8485, classes @sarasotacontemporarydance.org, sarasotacontemporarydance.org

LANGUAGE CAMPS

SPANISH LEGACY SPANISH

SUMMER CAMPS Spanish Legacy Summer Camp is held onsite at the academy throughout the summer. All camps are full immersion led by native-speaking teachers. Children learn through lively games, crafts and fun creative activities, all while developing language proficiency and critical thinking skills. Small class sizes and 1:1 attention. Dates: Week 1, June 5-9: Beach Fun/Puerto Rico; Week 2, June

12-16: Lost In Space/Spain; Week 3, June 19-23: Florida Animals/Cuba; Week 4, June 26-June 30: Food Frenzy./Columbia; Week 5, July 5-7: Dinos & Superheroes/Argentina; Week 6, July 10-14: Dress Up & Design/Mexico; Week 7, July 17-21: Radiant Rainforest/Brazil and Week 8, July 24-28: Color Craze/Dominican Republic. (9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 9 a.m.-4 p.m.) Cost: 9 a.m to 1 p.m., $210 per week, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $255 per week plus $50 registration fee Location: Spanish Legacy 2822 Proctor Rd., Sarasota Register: 941-925-8510, spanishlegacy.com

MUSIC CAMPS

MUSIC COMPOUND Grades: 1-12 (grades 1-5 are grouped together; grades 6-12 are grouped together) Music Compound offers a fun and interactive summer camp for Sarasota and Manatee students of all ages. The perfect camp for kids who want to explore new music or get better at their favorite instrument. Full-day and halfday options offered. Each week ends with a performance for family and friends. Find your inner musician this summer. Options include Performance Master Class, Strings and Things, Rock Band, Musical Theatre, Drum Circle, Songwriting, DJ, Key to Piano and Kidz Rock. Dates: June 5–July 31. No camp July 4. Half-day sessions: Morning Session: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Afternoon Session: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Full-day sessions: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $30 Registration fee. HalfDay Session for a Week: $175. Full-Day Session for a Week $350. Select camps may have varied pricing due to limited availability. Location: Main Campus: 1751 Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota Register: 941-379-9100, info@musiccompound. com, musiccompound.com

THE SUZUKI INSTITUTE SCHOOL OF MUSIC SUMMER CAMP

Ages: 7-11 Led by our team of passionate and talented teaching artists. Campers will work in small groups separated by age but also learn to collaborate in an ensemble setting. Each week will be an entirely new theme and participants will explore and experience multiple arts, from music to visual art, singing, dance and drama, with exposure to several musical in-

struments throughout the week. A short presentation/performance will bring each week to a close. Weekly Highlights: June 5-9: Music, Art, Dance, Drama. Based on Illuminations Entertainment animated movie “Sing”; June 12-16: World Music. Explore the wide world of music and musical instruments drawn from many cultures and traditions around the planet. Learn, play, and create based on what we will experience together; June 1923: “Star Wars:” Dive into the musical themes and storylines of the Star Wars saga based on the movies; June 26-30: Video Games. The fascinating, rich, musical and story worlds contained in video games such as Zelda, Pokemon and Super Mario will be our themes for the week; July 10-14: “Encanto”: Music, dance, musical theater camp based on the animated movie “Encanto;” July 1721: Superheroes. Superhero themes explored through music and the arts; July 24-28: The Little Mermaid. The theme for week will be based on the animated “Little Mermaid” as well as the new release with human actors and CGI, releasing in this summer; July 31 to Aug. 4: “The Greatest Showman”: Based on the movie “The Greatest Showman,” campers will explore the world of circus wrapped in musical theater Dates: June 5–August 4 Cost: $325 for Full Day Camp (9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.), Additional $50 weekly for Early Drop Off (8:30 a.m.), and Additional $50 weekly for Late Pickup (4 p.m.) Location: Suzuki Institute School of Music, 3100 Southgate Cir., Sarasota, Register: 941-330-9930,sarasota suzuki@gmail.com,’’sarasotasuzuki. org/camp

YOUTH OPERA SUMMER CAMP

by industry artists, directors, musicians, and technicians. No audition required; all skill levels are welcome.

Dates: Ages 8 to 10: Session 1: June 12-16, Session 2: June 19-23, Combined

Sessions: June 12-23 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Ages 11-18, One Session Only: June 12-30 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Cost: For tuition cost and sign-up information or if you have a general inquiry, email youthopera@sarasotaopera.org

Location: 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota Register: 941-328-1329, youthopera@ sarasotaopera.org, sarasotaoperaorg/ summer-camp

NATURE / ANIMAL CAMPS

MOTE MARINE LABORATORY AND AQUARIUM CAMPS

MOTE MARINE WEEK CAMP

Ages: 5-13 Mote Camps combine our groundbreaking research with fun, hands-on and age-appropriate,inquirybased activities. Campers can discover the wonders of marine animals and environments studied by Mote scientists, a great way to gain steam in STEM education even when school is out. Themes include Habitat Hoppers, We Are Family, Exploring Ecosystems, Bizarre Bottom Dwellers, Salty Superheroes and Alien Invasion. Full-day camp options available. Tidal Tykes ages 5-7, Aqua Kids ages 8-10 and Sea Sleuths ages 11-13. Dates: June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23, June 26-30, July 3-7, July 10-14, July 17-21, July 2428 and July 31-Aug 4. Cost: Fee: $270 for members, $300 for non-members

a.m. to 1 p.m. on select dates) Cost: $54/day for members, $60/day for non-members Location: Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota Register: 941-388-4441 x164, camps@ mote.org ,mote.org/education kids-families/summer-camps

MOTE MARINE VIRTUAL CAMP

Ages: 6-10 Attend Mote Camp from anywhere. Our experienced instructors guide you with a variety of live, interactive learning all from the comfort of your home. Campers can speak with our Mote instructors and fellow campers as they explore marine science all summer. Dive into an ocean of STEM adventure this summer with Virtual Mote Camps via Zoom. Each week includes animal observations, experiments, games, and crafts, as well as opportunities for selfpaced learning. Exciting STEM camps brought to you in collaboration with our award-winning SEA Trek program. Drop in for one day or dive into the full week. Dates: June 5–9, June 19–24 and June 26–30 (10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on select dates) Cost: $20 (includes one Day Activity Pack) for single day or $75 for the full week (includes all 5 Day Activity Packs, save 25% versus Day Ticket rate.) Location: Online Register: seatrek@ mote.org, http://mote.org/education /kids-families/summer-camps

SARASOTA JUNGLE GARDENS

SELBY GARDENS SUMMER CAMP

Grades: Rising 1-5 Camp Lookout is designed for nature lovers entering first to fifth grade. Each week is packed with plenty of time in the great outdoors wading in our waters and exploring our forests. Register for just one week—or all four. We will explore a new theme each week through hands-on activities. Registration for Camp Lookout is limited to 30 campers per week. (There will be four one-week sessions from June 5 through June 30.) Dates: Session 1: June 5-9, Plant Power at Downtown Sarasota Campus, Session 2: June 12-16, Magical Marine Life at Downtown Sarasota Campus, Session 3: June 19-23, Scientific Survivors at Historic Spanish Point, Session 4: June 26-30, Factual Florida at Historic Spanish Point. (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Cost: $230 for Selby Gardens members, $250 for non-members (Scholarships available) Location: Downtown Campus, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota and Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey Register: camps@selby.org, selby.org/dsc/youth-family-programs/ summer-camps

HUMANE SOCIETY OF SARASOTA COUNTY SUMMER CAMP

Ages: 8-18

Each June, SYO offers multiple summer camps for young people. Under the direction of Sarasota Opera’s professional artistic and production staff, campers experience the magic on the stage and behind the scenes as they study the many facets of opera, from music and acting to opera appreciation and production. Designed for all skill levels, our annual camp engages young people in the magic of opera. A typical day includes sessions in singing, acting, sets, props, wigs, make-up, and costumes, all led

Location: Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota Register: 941-388-4441 x164 camps@mote.org, mote.org/education/kids-families/summer-camps

MOTE MARINE DAY CAMP Ages: 5-10 Kick off summer vacation with a splash by joining us for Day Camps at Mote. Each single-day session includes STEM activities, water exploration, Aquarium tours and so much more. Join us for more day camp sessions in August and wave ‘sea’ ya later to summer. Themes include Tales from the Deep, Ocean Wanderers, ArtSEA, Ocean Deep Dive, Mad Science and School is Cool. Dates: May 31, June 1, June 2, Aug. 7, Aug. 8 and Aug. 9 (9

ZOO CAMP Ages: 6-11 Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp is unlike any other camp in the area. It explores nature through hands-on games, crafts, animal demonstrations and other fun activities. Come explore behind the scenes as you learn about caring for animals. There are lots of animal interactions and trekking through the jungle. You’ll see firsthand what it takes to be a zookeeper.

Dates: June 5-9: Reptile Round-up, June 12-16: Dr. Zoolittle, June 19-23: Walk on the Wild Side, June 25-30: Earth Superheroes, July 3-7: Jungle Journeys, July 10-14: Up, Up & Away (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Camp week themes and dates subject to change. Cost:

$270/week Location: 3701 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota Register: 941-355-5305, sarasotajunglegardens.com/zoocamp

Ages: 6-11 The Humane Society of Sarasota County’s Kids Camps are great for children ages 6-11 who love animals and want to unleash their animal side. HSSC explores a variety of animals through the use of hands-on demonstrations, humane education, craft activities and more. Each Summer Camp session is a week-long, held in the afternoons. Each camper will receive a t-shirt and HSSC will provide all art and craft supplies. Dates: June 5–July Aug. 4 (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) Cost: Fee: $200 per child/session; $15 discount for additional siblings. Location: 2331 15th St., Sarasota Register: 941-955-4131, garmington@hssc.org, hssc.org/petresource-hub/humane-education/ kids-camps

HUMANE SOCIETY OF SARASOTA COUNTY SUMMER TEEN CAMP

Ages: 12-18 This three-day camp is perfect for teens ages 12-18, whether they love animals, are considering a career in animal welfare, need community service hours, or all of the above.

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Campers will learn all about animal sheltering, from the moment an animal enters HSSC until the day it is adopted into its “furever” home. They’ll discover what it takes to be an animal advocate and how they can help both pets and the people who love them. Campers will study animal behavior, train dogs using positive training methods, learn about veterinary medicine, promote pets available for adoption, and more. Teens who attend all three days of camp will receive 12 community service hours. Dates: July 5-7 (1-5 p.m.) Cost: Fee: $120 per teen; $15 discount for additional siblings. Location: 2331 15th St., Sarasota Register: 94-955-4131 x114, garmington@hssc.org, https://www. hssc.org/pet-resource-hub/humaneeducation/teen-camp

SUMMER VACATION IN THE PARKS CREEPY, CRAWLY, CRITTER CAMP Ages: 6-9 Want to know more about bugs, snakes, owls and other critters? This camp provides an in-depth exploration into where they live, what they eat, all the fun facts and gory details. Campers will learn about spiders, slimy and slippery amphibians and reptiles, the “good, the bad and the ugly” insects as well as how to identify skulls and wildlife paw prints. Park naturalists will lead nature walks, conduct safaris and provide interactive presentations. Indoor activities include live “show and tell” specimens, owl pellet dissections and take-home crafts. Campers should wear hats and closed-toe shoes and bring a plain white t-shirt to decorate, sunscreen, water and a snack each day.

Dates: July 10-14 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $100 Location: Shamrock Park and Nature Center, 3900 Shamrock Drive, Venice. Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS

FISHING CAMPS Ages: 9-12

FRESHWATER FISHING AND BOATING CAMP Campers will have a great time learning freshwater fishing and boating skills while receiving handson instruction and in-boat experience. Supported in collaboration with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, this camp will focus on key angling and boating skills such as casting, netting, knot tying, mo-

tor instruction, oaring, launching and maneuvering vessels. Anglers will get up close and personal with fish biology and cleaning, as well as practice responsible angling methods. This camp will provide instruction for numerous key skills and techniques that anglers of all ages can use for years to come. Campers will receive a rod, reel and tackle box to take home. Limited to 20 campers. Dates: June 5–9 (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $100 Location: Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road., Sarasota. Register: scgov.net/parks

INTRO TO FRESHWATER FISHING

AND BOATING CAMP Ages: 9-12 Campers will have a great time learning freshwater fishing and boating skills while receiving hands-on instruction and in-boat experience. Supported in collaboration with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, this camp will focus on key angling and boating skills such as casting, netting, knot tying, motor instruction, oaring, launching and maneuvering vessels. Anglers will get up close and personal with fish biology and cleaning, as well as practice responsible angling methods. This camp will provide instruction for numerous key skills and techniques that anglers of all ages can use for years to come. Campers will receive a rod, reel and tackle box to take home. Limited to 20 campers. Dates: June 12-16 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $100 Location: Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Rd., Sarasota. Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS MARINE EXPLORERS CAMP

Ages 8-11 Campers will have a great time learning and exploring the field of marine conservation and science. From kayaking and dip netting critters, to identifying marine species in Lemon Bay, campers will learn how researchers and scientists care for our local watersheds and the types of animals that inhabit them. We’ll learn a lot but play a lot too, with fun daily activities that show the importance and sensitivity of the Gulf of Mexico and area waterways.

Dates: July 24-28 (8 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

Cost: $100 Location: Lemon Bay Park Meeting Room, 570 Bay Park Blvd., Englewood. Register: scgov.net/parks

SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

THE CODER SCHOOL SUMMER CODING CAMPS Ages: 8-10+ Let’s get ready for Coding Camps. Kids bring their own lunches and water bottles and The Coder School will take care of the rest. Kids code throughout the week then demo their week’s creations later that afternoon. Dates: May 30Aug. 4 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) Location: 6293 Lake Osprey Dr., Sarasota in Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-355-2633, thecoderschool.com/camps/

MINECRAFT 4-DAY: Ages:9+ (Skill Level: Beginner) Minecraft has taken the world over by surprise since it debuted in 2009. This camp combines the fun of Minecraft with teaching kids to code at the same time. Playing Minecraft is fun, but building, creating, and modifying your Minecraft agents and worlds through coding is a skill that can help our younger generation in any field they choose to pursue. Tell your Minecraft fan to get their Creepers and Magma Cubes ready for this camp. (4day camp) Dates: May 30-June 2 and July 3-7 (no camp July 4) Cost: $395

MINECRAFT 5-DAY: Ages: 9+ (Skill Level: Beginner) Minecraft has taken the world over by surprise since it debuted in 2009. This camp combines the fun of Minecraft with teaching kids to code at the same time. Playing Minecraft is fun, but building, creating, and modifying your Minecraft agents and worlds through coding is a skill that can help our younger generation in any field they choose to pursue. Tell your Minecraft fan to get their Creepers and Magma Cubes ready for this camp. (5-day camp) Dates: June 19-23

coders alike. We’ll start out by using an online python platform to learn some basics and practice some fundamental concepts, and time permitting and based on our camper skill set, we may jump on to some more complex Python coding, potentially getting into coding with PyGame. Dates: June 5-9 and July 24-28 Cost: $495 ROBLOX

CAMP Ages: 9+ (Skill Level: Beginner) In this camp, participants will get to create and publish their own Roblox game to Roblox website for the world to play. Campers will spend each day building an Obby (Roblox lingo for Obstacle course) using the amazing Roblox Studio platform. Campers will learn the basics of creating games in a 3D environment. They will also learn about the programming language Lua by modifying pre-programmed blocks to suit their obstacle course needs. On Friday, parents will get to see the awesome creations of their campers . Dates: June 12-16 and July 17-21 Cost: $495

DATA CONNECTOR: Ages: 11+ (Skill Level: Int/Adv) Today’s computers are constantly connecting to each other, requesting all kinds of data. Need to get directions from Google? No problem. Find out the latest tweets? Sure. Companies large and small today expose something called an Application Programming Interface (API) so apps can connect to their services (sometimes free, sometimes for a cost). APIs are one of the most useful tools for professional programmers today, so get a head start by building your own data connections with an API at this camp. Dates: June 19-23 Cost: $495

ROBOCODE ROBOT CODING CAMP

Cost: $495

Cost: $495 GAME DEVELOPMENT: Ages: 8-10 (Skill Level: Beg/Int) We’ll be using cool drag n’ drop languages like Scratch or Snap to create some cool new and classic games. Aimed at newbie and novice coders. Dates: June 5-9 and July 10-14

PYTHON STARTUP Ages: 10 + (Skill Level: Beg/Int) Who’s ready for some PYTHON. Sounds a little gross, like a giant snake right? But it’s actually one of the hottest languages around today. Take advantage of the easy-toread style of coding while picking up on one of the most popular languages today for professional and beginner

Ages: 9+ (Skill Level: Beg/Int) Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto. The field of robotics is absolutely booming. Everything from cars to thermostats and appliances is tied to robotics and hardware engineering. If you’re excited by the thought of being an Aerospace engineer at NASA or designing the next robotic creation, then you can get a nice start on the right path with our camp. Dates: June 26-30 Cost: $595

WEBROX Ages: 10+ (Skill Level: Beg/ Int) Our WebRox camp is all about websites, because the web rocks. Our campers will spend the week designing and building their very own websites and get ‘em published to the world by the end of the week. Important-

ly, kids will be introduced to Internet Safety and why cyber-safety matters, plus we’ll learn the basics of how the internet works (wait, you mean that Facebook page lives out in the “cloud” somewhere?.). As usual, our Fridays are all about the demo, showing off the all cool website stuff the kids create. Dates: July 10-14 Cost: $495

ARDUINO CAMP

Ages: 9+ (Skill Level: Beg/Int) Our Arduino summer camp teaches kids the ins and outs of how to use the Arduino platform to create simple electronic projects. During the camp, students will learn the basics of programming and electronics using the Arduino platform with an Arduino board and starter kit provided. Campers will be introduced to the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE) and will learn how to write code to control the behavior of electronic circuits. Activities at the camp may include building simple circuits using breadboards, programming LEDs to blink and fade, building simple games or interactive projects using sensors and displays. It is a great way for kids to learn handson skills and to explore the possibilities of the Arduino platform. Dates: July 2428 Cost: $595 RISE OF THE MACHINES

in the depths of our oceans. Remains from the Past: June 19-23, Journey into the history of our planet using what is left behind from plants, animals and humans through fossils, artifacts, and more. Engineering and Space: June 26-30, How do we know about the universe? Discover rockets, rovers, and other out-of-this-world engineering successes that allow us to investigate space as we never could before. Rehab to the Rescue: July 10-14, Sometimes wild animals need a helping hand. Discover how animals in need, like the manatees at The Bishop, are rescued, rehabilitated, and returned home. Investigative Science: July 17-21, Follow clues to uncover the secrets of the Museum. Explore the science behind collecting evidence and try your hand at solving some mysteries of your own.

SCF CODING ACADEMY

ELEMENTARY CAMP: Grades: Rising

2-5 Dates: June 19-July 28 (Half-Day Camp: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $175/week (Includes registration fee, t-shirt, and materials) Location: SCF Lakewood Ranch Campus, CIT Building, 7131 Professional Pkwy E., Lakewood Ranch. MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP ENGINEERING CAMP Campers will explore robotics, engineering, and drones. Grades: Rising 6-8 Dates: June 26-30 and July

3-7 (8am to 4pm.) Cost: $299 Location: SCF Bradenton Campus, 26 West Center, 5480 26th St. W., Bradenton. MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL CAMPS Grades: Rising 8-12

FAB LAB | SUNCOAST SCIENCE

Ages: 9+ (Skill Level: Intermediate) Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the bigger buzzwords today, and we’re ready to help you tackle it. What is AI? Why is it taking over the world? When will the Terminator come back and take down John Connor?? We’ll start out talking about AI use cases and dive into some fundamental algorithms and create some basic AI apps as well.

Cost: $495

Dates: July 31-Aug. 4

THE BISHOP MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND NATURE CAMPS

ELEMENTARY CAMP Ages: 7-11

Give your kids a summer of fun and adventure with The Bishop’s Summer Science Camp. Curious explorers ages 7-11 can enjoy camps with a different science theme each week. Dates: Wet and Wild: June 5-9, Water is more than a basic need – it’s also a lot of fun. Explore properties of water, water games, water in space, and more as we DIVE into this subject. Ocean Predators: June 12-16, Sharks, squids, and whales, oh my. Reveal the secrets of the most powerful creatures living

Deep Space Exploration: July 24-28, What is beyond our solar system and Milky Way galaxy? Blast off into the depths of space as we explore new, uncharted territory. Planimal Planet: July 31-Aug. 4, Plants and animals unite as we trek through Florida’s native species. Discover some of the most important and weirdest flora and fauna found in your backyard. Cost: Members of the Discovery Society at the Innovator Level and above pay $225/week. All others pay $300

Location: 201 10th St. W., Bradenton

Register: Contact our Camp Director, Meghan O’Brien, at MOBrien@BishopScience.org or 941-746-4131, ext 145, bishopscience.org MIDDLE SCHOOL

CAMP Ages: 11-14 Dates: Engineering and Space 2.0: June 19-23, How do we design ways to look millions of light years away and billions of years into the past? Take this crash course in Astro engineering to get hands-on experience creating your own space machines. Fossils Rock: July 17-21, What was Florida like a few million years ago? Dig into the past and unearth how paleontologists uncover their findings.

Cost: Members of the Discovery Society at the Innovator Level and above pay $225/week. All others pay $300.

Location: 201 10th St. W., Bradenton

Register: Contact our Camp Director, Meghan O’Brien, at MOBrien@BishopScience.org or 941-746-4131, ext 145, bishopscience.org

Dates: Emerging Tech Camp: June 1216 (8am to 4pm.) Campers will explore robotics and engineering, movie making, graphic design and entrepreneurship. Cyber Virtual Worlds: July 24-28 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)Campers will learn engineering skills using Minecraft. They will learn how to defend against simulated cybersecurity threats in virtual reality. Cost: $299/ week Location: SCF Bradenton Campus, 26 West Center, 5480 26th St. W., Bradenton. Register: 941-752-5285, coding@scf.edu, coding.scf.edu/camps HIGH SCHOOL

CAMPS Grades: Rising 8-12 Dates: Robotics and Engineering: July 10-14 (8am to 4pm.) Campers will explore robotics and engineering, movie making, graphic design and entrepreneurship. Manufacturing and Engineering: July 17-21 (8am to 4pm.) High schoolers explore robotics and engineering using Arduino, drones, coding, movie making, graphic design and entrepreneurship. Location: SCF Bradenton Campus, 26 West Center, 5480 26th St. W., Bradenton. Register: 941-7525285, coding@scf.edu, coding.scf. edu/camps MANUFACTURING AND DESIGN: Finishing First Grades: Rising 5-9 Dates: June 19-23 (8am to 4pm.) Let campers explore creativity with STEAM. Activities include robotics, coding, movie making, T-shirt/purse design and entrepreneurship. Location: SCF Bradenton Campus, 26 West Center, 5480 26th St. W., Bradenton Register: 941-752-5285, coding@scf. edu, coding.scf.edu/camps

CENTER Grades: 2-3 Themes include Art & Design, Coding, Chemistry, Engineering, Florida’s Wildlife: Claws, Paws and Jaws, Space Science and STEAM Camp. Grades: 4-5: Themes include Art & Design, Chemistry, Coding with Scratch & Bitsbox, Engineering, Florida Flora & Fauna, History Mystery and Machine Madness. Grades 6-8: Themes include Advanced Engineering, Coding with Java, Coding with Python, Florida Biology, Forensic Investigation, Machine Madness, Rocketry and Theatre & Prop Design. Dates: June 5–July 28. (8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. for select camps) Cost: $235/week and include all supplies, take-home projects and a customized Fab Lab camp t-shirt. Location: Suncoast Science Center, 4452 S. Beneva Rd., Sarasota Register: 941-840-4394,info@suncoastscience. org,suncoastscience.org/camps/

THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY STEM CAMPS ODA’S STEM

Camps offer students the chance to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in unique and fun ways. Students of all ages can experience hands-on, project-based learning through all-inclusive STEM camps. Camps are held at either the Siesta Key or Lakewood Ranch campuses. ODA Siesta Key Campus, 444 Reid St., Siesta Key; ODA Uihlein Lakewood Ranch Campus, 5950 Deer Dr., Sarasota. CHEMISTRY LAB Rising Grades: 1-6 An exciting week of: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry: Hogwarts Initiation, Harry Potter LEGOMasters, Magic Water, Ice, Fire Spells—Chemistry Building Blocks: Atomic Timeline, Elements, Compounds, Protein Construction— Mad Science Lab: Bond-Chemical Bond, Chemical Reactions, Plant Reactions, Medicine – Chemistry Careers: Toxic Chemist, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Chemists, Artistic Chemists—CSI Crime Scene Forensic Lab Investigation: STEMania’s Pugsy was Stolen. Eliminate 12 Different Suspects by using 12 Forensics Tests. Every day, we will have four lessons at 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm. Each hands-on lesson was developed with three interactive exercises by a

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real chemist. Dates: June 19-23 and July 10-14 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) Cost: $390/ week (Lunch is included) Location: Siesta Key Campus (June 19-23), Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch (July 10-14) Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu CODING GONE WILD

Rising grades: 4-6 This fun camp is designed for campers with little or no experience in coding. It will start with visual block-based coding languages and progress to learning the basics of line-by-line syntax-based languages. Campers will learn by creating gaming and story-telling projects as well as completing various challenges such as drawing with code. All equipment including laptops are provided for camp use. Dates: July 10-14 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)

Cost: $200/week Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: (941) 444-6965, oda.edu ENGINUITY

CAMP Rising Grades: 1-6 Daily STEM Warrior Challenges: Minute to Win It, Boat Race, Crazy Fort, Marble Run, Egg Drop—Think Like da Vinci: Mega Machines, Engineering Process, Engineering Math, Retro Engineering—Design Engineering: Builders in Action, LEGO Bridges, Building Bridges, Support Structures—Buildings: Colossal Cities, Architectural, Civil, Arcology – Physics: Catapult, Energy, Magnets, Gravity— Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion: Ramps and Slides, Inertia, F = m x a, Action and Reaction. Each hands-on lesson was developed with three interactive exercises by real engineers. Dates: June 12-16 and July 17-21 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Cost: $390 (Lunch is included) Location:

Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch (June 12-16), Siesta Key Campus (July 17-21) Register: 941-444-6965, oda.

edu LEGOMANIA Rising Grades: 1-4

STEM LEGO MASTER CHALLENGESBecome a LEGO Master through STEM challenges, quick fires, and twists.

LEGO LEAGUE EDUCATION MISSIONS

- Explore, challenge, innovate, develop, design, build, and code using LEGO Programming and Robotics with WeDo. Each hands-on lesson was developed with three interactive exercises by our own STEMania Teachers. Dates: June 12-16 and June 26-30 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Cost: $390 (Lunch is included) Location: Siesta Key Campus (June 12-16), Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch

(June 26-30) Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu LEGO MOVIE MAGIC

Rising Grades: 2-5 Working in teams of two, campers will be able to easily create awesome stop-motion animated movies with titles, credits, and sound effects. All supplies including Legos and tablets are provided but campers are welcome to bring their own Lego pieces to camp. Movies campers made will be emailed to parents at the end of camp. Dates: June 12-16, (9 a.m.12 p.m.) Cost: $200/week Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: (941) 444-6965, oda.edu

SPACE CAMP Rising Grades: 1-6 Solar System: LEGOMaster Solar System, Space Science, Inner Solar Systems, Outer Solar Systems – SpaceX Rocket Challenge: Future of Rockets, Rocket Construction, Rocket Propulsion & Launch, Moon Landing, Earth Re-Entry—Space Careers: Classical Astronomers, Modern Astronomers, Astronauts, Astronauts vs. Aquanauts

– Mission Mars & Life in Space: Toys in Space, Star Wars, International Space Station, Future Space Stations, LEGOMasters Mission Mars – Space Technology: The Very Big and Very Small, Telescopes/Photography, Mars Perseverance Rover, Aerospace Engineering. Each hands-on lesson was developed with three interactive exercises by a real aeronautical and astronautical engineer. Dates: June 26-30 and July 17-21 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) Cost: $390 (Lunch is included) Location: Siesta Key Campus (June 26-30), Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch (July 17-21) Register: (941) 444-6965, oda.edu STEMANIA

EXPLORERS Rising Grades: 1-6 STEM Survivors: I Survived Water, Air, Earth, Fire.; Tsunamis, Hurricane Chasers; It Rocks–Earthquakes, Volcanic Eruptions

—STEM Designers: Balloonatics, Zipline Parks, BioMedical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering – STEM Adventurers: Arctic Explorer, Mountaineers, Physics of Extreme Sports, Sahara Scavenger Hunt – STEM Scientists: Famous Geneticists, Renaissance Scientists, Charles Darwin, Einstein—STEM LEGOMasters: Mount Everest, Amazon Rainforest, Disaster Blaster, Treasure Hunter. Each hands-on lesson was developed with three interactive exercises by a real med-tech executive, registered nurse,

biologist and reptile breeder. Dates: June 19-23 and July 10-14, (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Cost: $390 (Lunch is included) Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch (June 19-23), Siesta Key Campus (July 10-14) Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu

ROBOTS X2 Rising Grades: 2-5 Two robots are twice as fun as one. Working in teams of 2, campers will use both the Dash and Cue robot. Both types of robots can sense, act, and think. Campers will use block-based coding on different apps to control their robot. They will then use their new skills to complete various challenges including soccer and the catapult challenge. Robots are for camp use only, campers will not be allowed to take them home. Dates: July 17-21 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $200/week Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu VIDEO GAME

DESIGN Rising Grades: 4-6 Don’t just play games, learn how to create them. Campers will use both the Kodu and GameMaker game creation software applications to create and program their own PC-based video games. They will learn about sprites, objects, events, and actions. Campers will take home their finished GameMaker game on a flash drive at the end of camp. No experience is necessary and all equipment including laptops is provided. Dates: June 19-23 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)

Cost: $200/week Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu

tures using LEGO® bricks and then apply that knowledge to build a robot for friendly competition. You’ll have a blast as you play and complete the challenges in this fun robotics program. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one.

Dates: July 17-21 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. SNAPOLOGY: DEVELOPING ENGINEERS – MECHANICAL MASTERMINDS

Ages: 6-11 Is your student inquisitive, a problem-solver, a big-thinker, a tinkerer, a puzzler, a LEGO® lover, or a budding engineer? If so, they’re the perfect fit for Snapology’s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program. This program gives your student the tools they need to understand mechanical movement through the foundations of simple machines, physics and engineering design. They will see moving parts up close as they follow instructions to build various machines and they will then use the models to develop new design ideas, test out physics concepts, and even play games with their partners and classmates. Whether they are the creative-constructive type or prefer the inquisitive-deconstructive way of learning, this program is sure to spark their interest. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one. Dates: July 10-14 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)

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PARKS SNAPOLOGY SNAPOLOGY: AMUSEMENT PARK ADVENTURES

ENGINEERING Ages: 6-12 Design your own amusement park in this super fun program. Learn how to use LEGO® bricks and other building materials to make coasters and other awesome rides. Can you design the next Disney World? Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one. Dates: July 31-Aug. 4 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)

Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. SNAPOLOGY: COMBAT ROBOTS

Ages: 6-12 Do you think you can build the strongest and most agile robot? Can your robot win a head-to-head combat mission? Come learn engineering strategies for building sturdy struc-

Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. SNAPOLOGY: JEDI ROBOTICS

Ages: 6-12 Robotics inspired by Star Wars® and space travel. Come on an adventure building and programming functional robots using LEGO® bricks in this super-fun program. Learn about space, space travel and, of course, Star Wars®. Build different robots each day. Learning is enhanced with the use of technology in this class. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one.

Dates: June 19-23 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. SNAPOLOGY: MINING AND BUILDING (MINECRAFT

BASED)

Ages: 6-12 Travel to the Nether with Snapology but watch out for those creepers. Come join us as we bring Minecraft® to life using LEGO®

bricks. Create your own world, including animals, creepers and your very own Minecraft® character. Please note that this hands-on program does not involve playing the game on screens. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one. Dates: July 17-21 and July 24-28, (1 p.m.-4 p.m.) Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis and Selby Public Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota SNAPOLOGY: NINJA ADVENTURES Ages: 6-12

Sensei Wu needs you. Design a new dojo for Snapology made from LEGO® bricks and train your men to battle with the best. Go through ninja training and earn your black belt, Snapology-style. Get ready to have fun and become a Master Ninja. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one. Dates: July 10-14 (1 p.m.-4 p.m.)

Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. SNAPOLOGY: POKÉMANIA Ages:

Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis. Register: For questions about the programs, email rachelc@snapology.com, scgov.net/parks

SPORTS CAMPS

THE YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SUMMER CAMP VENICE, BRADENTON, LAKEWOOD RANCH AND ENGLEWOOD

LOCATIONS

Ages: 5-15 Are you ready to dive into the BEST SUMMER EVER?

year and SYC Sailing Team’s Green Fleet Race Team is open to any child interested in learning the basics of sailboat racing while continuing to have fun on the water every weekend. ADVENTURE EXPLORERS

RED TIGER MARTIAL ARTS

Ages: 5-12 This morning class option is geared toward younger children who will thrive in an education minded environment filled with an array of activities. During these mornings, campers will go fishing off the docks, explore the local marine ecosystem on kayaks and paddleboards, participate in arts and crafts on land, and get on the water in different sailboats. These activities allow campers to learn water safety and awareness while having fun with games and adventures that are nourishing to their minds and bodies. Our morning class, while geared. Dates: May 30-June 2, June 5-9, June 1216, June 19-23, June 26-30 and July 10-14; Monday to Friday 9:30am-12 Noon. Cost: $300/week SAILING

Ages: 5-11 If you want your child to have a blast each day, then you have come to the right place. Staff teaches confidence, discipline and respect in all of our awesome programs. Daily activities include martial arts, yoga, STEM, educational/brain games, arts and crafts, problem-solving and much more. You will love this Martial Arts program that will teach your child about safety and anti-bullying techniques. Fun, safe and friendly self-defense martial arts training are taught daily. Dates: May 30–Aug. 4. Cost: See pricing guide at https://www.redtigerma.com/summercamp Location: 4581 Ashton Rd., Sarasota Register: 941-922-2530, redtigerma.com/summercamp

SARASOTA CREW SUMMER

6-12 Come join Snapology for Pokémania. Students will build and explore the world of Pokémon as they create their own gyms, battles and even their very own generation of Pokémon. Children will also learn about real-world science as they learn about the habitats of the Pokémon. Your child will have a blast becoming the best Pokémon trainer ever. Please note that this hands-on program does not involve playing the game on screens. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one. Dates: June 19-23 and June 26-30, (1 p.m.–4 p.m.)

We are so excited to share with you what we have in store for 2023 and guarantee it’ll be a summer you’ll never forget. Our camps have been reimagined this year for children to explore, discover, and challenge themselves. Camps are progressive so campers can continuously explore new adventures and responsibilities as they grow. The YMCA offers traditional camps, sports camps, specialty camps, aquatics camps, gymnastics camps, travel camps and teen camps. Themes and camp offerings vary depending on location. Dates: May 29-Aug. 11 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) Cost: Check pricing guides at swflymca.org/main/summer-camp. Location: Venice YMCA, 701 Center Rd., Venice; Bradenton YMCA, 3805 59th St. West Bradenton; Lakewood Ranch YMCA, 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton and Englewood YMCA, 701 Medical Blvd., Englewood Register: swflymca.org/ main/summer-camp

Cost: $200

Location: Nokomis Beach Park, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis and Selby Public Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota

SNAPOLOGY: ROBLOX Ages: 6-12

Does your student love playing or designing in Roblox? Is there a game they just can’t seem to get enough of? In this Snapology workshop, students will recreate and explore their favorite Roblox adventures by using LEGO® bricks to create interactive games. From designing an Obby to building a 3-D character skin, students will be fully immersed in the gameplay and game design of Roblox. Campers should bring water and a snack daily if they need one. Dates: July 31-Aug. 4, (1-4 p.m.)

Cost: $200 Location: Nokomis Beach

SYC’S SUMMER SAILING

CAMP

Aged 5-12: Once again, our award-winning Club is offering a summer camp that will be sure to send your kids home smiling. This year, we have designed two classes that will include aspects of sailing and marine education.We hope to develop your children into fine young men and women who are aware of water safety, the benefits of teamwork, and learn responsibility through fun activities. This summer, all campers will develop lifelong skills through fun and unique watersports and cultivate respect for self, others, and the environment. The fun doesn’t stop there... our sailing program runs throughout the school

EXPLORERS Ages: 8-15 This afternoon class option is geared towards children looking for more independent and goal-minded activities and has an emphasis on sailing. Campers will aim to get out on the water daily and learn the basics of sailing. We will also explore the area on kayaks and paddleboards or go fishing off the docks if the occasion calls for it. We have 15 club owned sailboats that allow the kids to learn how to operate and steer a sailboat by themselves or with crew. They will also start to understand the wind and waves, navigation on the water, boating safety, knots, and more. At the end of every week, we invite families to come watch a fun, low pressure race that may get your competitive juices flowing. Dates: May 30-June 2, June 5-9, June 12-16, June 19-23, June 2630 and July 10-14; Monday to Friday 12:30-4:30pm.. Cost: $400/week for afternoons or $550/week for full days, Monday to Friday 8:30am4:30pm. Location: 1100 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, 34236. Register: 941-365-4191; Sailing Director Dalton Tebo: dalton.tebo@sarasotayachtclub.org or Green Fleet Sailing Coach Grace Wagner: grace. wagner@sarasotayachtclub.org.

CAMPS Grades: 3-12

Elementary school students, middle school students and high school students are invited to register for camp, even if you are a new rower. Rowers are grouped by age and skill level. Register for Summer Camp if you are a new rower of any age OR if your child is a returning elementary or middle school rower that will be in the elementary or middle school program next year. Register for Clinic 1 if you are a returning middle school rower who will be rowing in the high school program in the fall. Register for Clinic 2 if you are a returning high school rower (or have experience from another high school program) with at least one year of HS rowing completed. Dates: Session 1: June 1223; Session 2: June 26-July 14, (with July 3-7 OFF); Session 3: July 17-28; (8 a.m.-12 p.m., Clinic 2 will begin at 7:30 a.m.). Cost: Camp is $250 for a twoweek session. We do offer the ability to sign-up for session 2 as week-long camps for $150 either week. Clinic 1 is $400 for any two-week session (there are three sessions offered). Clinic 2 is $800 for any two-week session (there are three sessions offered) Location: 343 Palmetto Ave., Osprey Register: 941-966-9791, teamAdmin@sarasotaCrew.org, sarasotacrew.org/programs/camps/summercamp

SARASOTA SCULLERS SUMMER CAMP Grades: 6-12 Discover the excitement of rowing with these camps. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels offered. Dates: June 19Aug. 4 (7 a.m.-11 a.m.) Cost: $150/session

Location: 800 Blackburn Point Rd., Osprey Register: 941-966-2244, sarah@ sarasotascullers.org, sarasotascullers.org

SARASOTA YOUTH SAILING

CAMP Age ranges: 5-18. Different levels of classes available for the specified age ranges. Campers must be sure to bring a well-fitting life jacket with a whistle, closed-toed shoes, a water bottle, a hat or sunglasses, sunscreen, a towel and clothes that can get wet. Watersport helmets are recommended. Dates: June 5–Aug. 4 (no camp the week of the 4th of July) (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) Cost: Runs as a biweekly half-day schedule (morning or afternoon) for $425 or you can do full days for two weeks for $850; a limited number of scholarships available.

Location: 1717 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota Register: 941-504-4236, sarasotayouthsailing.org/programs/ summer-camp-2023/

LAKEWOOD RANCH GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB SUMMER

CAMPS LAKEWOOD RANCH GOLF

AND COUNTRY CLUB TENNIS AND SPORTS SUMMER CAMP This camp includes tennis, swimming and other group sport activities. Various arts and crafts are also part of this innovative and dynamic camp. Contact Tammy.Clark@LakewoodRanchGolf. com for more information. Location: Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, 7650 Legacy Blvd., Lakewood Ranch Register: lakewoodranchgolf.com

LAKEWOOD RANCH GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB SUMMER

GOLF CAMP PGA Golf instruction for kids includes full swing, short game, putting, etiquette, rules and play on golf course. Lunch, snacks and refreshments are provided daily. Call 941907-4710 or email LWRgolfcamps@ LakewoodRanchGolf.com for more information. Location: Lakewood Ranch

Golf and Country Club, 7650 Legacy Blvd., Lakewood Ranch Register: lakewoodranchgolf.com GOLF ACADEMY

ADVANCED SUMMER GOLF CAMP

For players who are more focused on taking their games to the next level. Trackman, Flightscope, Swing Catalyst and additional technology will be integrated to augment PGA Professionals and their teaching methods. This camp will concentrate on improving technique and will include playing golf with instructors as part of the daily curriculum. Lunch, snacks and refreshments are provided daily. Call 941-907-4710 or email LWRgolfcamps@LakewoodRanchGolf.com for more information. Location: Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, 7650 Legacy Blvd., Lakewood Ranch Register: lakewoodranchgolf.com

SURFIT PADDLEBOARD, SURF, AND BEACH SUMMER CAMPS

Ages: 7-14 Paddleboard, surf and beach summer camps are weeklong all summer long. Dates: May 30-July 28 (8:30-12:30 pm.) Extended-day options are offered at Turtle Beach until 3:30 pm. Cost: $225/week for regular day students and $315/week for extended day students Location: Turtle/Siesta Beach, 8701 Blind Pass Rd., Sarasota; Lido Beach and Lido Mangroves; 190 Taft Dr., Sarasota Register: 941-952-8245, https:// www.surfitusa.com/kids/paddleboard-and-surf-summer-camp/

THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY

SPORTS CAMPS The Out-of-Door Summer Academy features specialized individual specialty sport camps where student-athletes can learn a new sport or improve their skills. We also offer our popular Thunder All-Sports Day Camp for an experience with a variety of team sports. Camps held at either the Siesta Key or Lakewood Ranch campuses. ODA Siesta Key Campus, 444 Reid St., Siesta Key; ODA Uihlein Lakewood Ranch Campus, 5950 Deer Dr., Sarasota.

FULL-DAY THUNDER SPORTS

CAMP Grades: Rising 1-6 We invite you to come experience Sarasota’s most exciting sports camp. Our goal is to provide your child with a well-rounded experience in the world of sports. We focus on developing not only athletic skills, but what it means to be a team player, what it takes to be a leader, and the importance of integ-

rity in sports. Team building and good sportsmanship take center stage. This camp runs for five weeks. Athletes will participate in a variety of sports and games that may include basketball, volleyball, soccer, wiffle ball, bombardment, team handball, kickball, capture the flag, trackball, ultimate ball, floor hockey, and more. Games will be modified to accommodate the athlete’s skill level and various age groups. On Fridays, we provide fun water activities and Kona Ice. All activities are subject to change Dates: June 12-16, June 1923, June 26-30, July 10-14 and July 1721 Cost: $290/week (Lunch is included) Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-444-6965, oda. edu THE OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY

TENNIS CAMP Grades: Rising 3-7

This camp is for novice players to advanced beginners. The camp will be focused on learning the proper technique of the forehand/backhand, groundstroke/volley, and serve. It will also include fun games and drills that develop good footwork, balance, agility, and sportsmanship. Players will be grouped by age and ability. Dates: Session 1: June 12-15, Session 2: June 19-22 (8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m.) Cost: $130/session

Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-444-6965, oda. edu Rising Grades: 7-10 This camp is strictly for intermediate to advanced players. Participants must be able to serve and rally. This class is focused more on competitive play, developing spin, shot placement, and strategy. This class is designed for campers that currently play or aspire to play on their high school team. Dates: Session 1: June 12-15, Session 2: June 19-22 (10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) Cost: $130/session

Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch Register: 941-444-6965, oda.edu

SUMMER IN THE PARKS ARCHERY CAMP Ages: 8-16 at Knight Trail Park Campers learn the art of archery through expert instruction by certified USA Archery coaches from the Lekatchka Archery Club. This introduction covers the mechanics of traditional and compound bows, 3-D shooting, Olympic archery and competition shooting. This camp ends with a competition with prizes to test campers’ skills. All equipment is provided. Camp-

ers should bring water and a snack daily. Dates: June 19—23 and July 10—14 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $100/week Location: Knight Trail Park, 3445 Rustic Road, Nokomis Register: lekatchkaarchery@ yahoo.com, scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS AIM, FIRE AND SHOOT CAMP Ages: 1216 Experts introduce campers to the growing sports of trap, skeet, sporting clays, archery and bowhunting. Campers will learn shotgun safety, etiquette and proper technique for shooting clay targets. Ear and eye protection will be provided. For best fit, campers should bring their own sunglasses. Campers will spend three days learning the basics of archery from certified USA Archery coaches. They will take the ATA ``Explore Bowhunting” course where they will learn how to use camouflage, shoot from a tree stand, lure in their target, set game lanes and place shots. This introduction covers the mechanics of the traditional and compound bows, 3-D shooting, Olympic archery and competition shooting. This camp ends with an archery competition with prizes to test campers’ skills. All equipment is provided. Campers should bring water and a snack daily. Dates: July 24-28

Cost: $140 Location: Knight Trail Park, 3445 Rustic Road, Nokomis Register: email info@SarasotaTrapSkeetandClays.com or lekatchkaarchery@yahoo.com, scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS SKATEBOARD CAMP Ages: 7-14 Come shred Sarasota’s Payne Park this summer with the Compound Boardshop Skate Team. Go from dropping in and work your way up to the more advanced stuff, like board slides, grinds and airs. This camp is great for everyone, from the newest of beginners to the most advanced skaters. There’s a teacher perfect for every skill level. Take your skating to a whole new level this summer. Campers should bring sunscreen, snacks and a refillable water bottle. No equipment? No problem. Loaner equipment available by calling the Compound Boardshop in advance at 941-923-0430. Dates: June 19–23, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $250 Location: Payne Park State Park, 2050 Adams Lane, Sarasota Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS SKIM, SURF AND PADDLE CAMP

Ages: 7-15 Let’s go surfin’ now, everybody’s learnin’ how. Suitable for all skill levels, this camp consists of skim, surf and stand-up paddle board instruction, demonstration and practice, mixed with beach activities and plenty of summertime fun. Qualified instructors from the Compound Boardshop focus on board awareness, balance, flexibility and strength. Campers also learn basic ocean knowledge on tides, wind and waves; sports nutrition and fitness; and environmental awareness from professional instructors and educators. Meet at the beach pavilion. Campers should bring sunscreen, snacks and a refillable water bottle. Bring your own equipment or use the equipment provided by the Compound Boardshop. Dates: June 5—9 at Lido Beach; June 12—16 at North Jetty Park; June 26—30 at Turtle Beach; July 1014 at Lido Beach; July 17—21 at North Jetty Park; July 24–28 at Turtle Beach (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) Cost: $250/week Locations: Lido Beach, 400 Benjamin Franklin Dr., Sarasota; North Jetty Park, 1000 S. Casey Key Road, Nokomis and Turtle Beach, 8918 Midnight Pass Rd., Sarasota Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CAMP Ages:

9-17 Spend a week with professional lifeguards learning the fundamentals of lifeguarding. This program offers hands-on learning experiences and character-building activities while having fun. Lifeguards with the Sarasota County Beach Patrol train participants in water safety, rescue techniques, rescue paddling, competitive lifeguard events, how to identify and treat marine life, CPR and first aid. Fee includes a rash guard and T-shirt. Swimsuits and goggles are required. To participate, all potential campers must attend a 30-minute tryout session at Arlington Park Pool and demonstrate the ability to swim 100 yards freestyle in two minutes 5 seconds, tread water for five minutes and retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool. Strong swim background is essential, swim team experience preferred. Conditions vary daily. Tryouts are offered from 11 a.m. to noon May 13, 20, 27 and June 3.

Reserve your date during online registration; walk-ups are not allowed. Alternate tryout dates may be arranged if necessary. Dates: June 19–23 and June 26-30 (8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) Cost:

$200 Location: Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Road, Sarasota and Nokomis Beach, 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS MAJOR CHEER SUMMER JAM CAMP

Ages: 5-11 If you love to dance and dream of being a cheerleader, Major Cheer Summer Jam is for you. We will spend the week learning cheers, chants, dances and more. Spirit Sticks are given out daily and awards on the last day. Major Cheer Summer Jam T-shirt included. We are proudly celebrating 22 years of cheers. We can’t wait to see you at camp. Dates: May 30-June 2 (four days) Venice Community Center, June 5-9 Englewood Sports Complex, June 26-30 Englewood Sports Complex and July 10-14 Venice Community Center (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

Cost: $150 for full weeks and $120 week of May 30-June 2 Location: Englewood Sports Complex, 1300 S. River Road, Englewood or Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice. Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS SUNCOAST BASKETBALL CLUB

CAMP Ages: 6-12 Join Suncoast Basketball Club’s experienced coaches and players for basketball skill-building on the court during school breaks. This coed camp focuses on fundamentals and progressive skill-building for youth players of all skill levels. Participants will learn life skills and messages that will help instill confidence, discipline and respect. Dates: May 31-June 2 (four-day week) July 31-Aug. 3 (four day week) 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (ages 6-8)

1-4 p.m. (ages 9-12) Cost: $125 Location: Longwood Park, 6050 Longwood Run Blvd., Sarasota

THEATERANDPERFORMING ARTS CAMPS

OUT-OF-DOOR ACADEMY ARTISTIC ADVENTURES WITH ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE

Grades: Entering Grades 1-2 Artistic Adventures with Asolo Repertory Theatre uses theatrical skills from all elements of the art form to encourage campers to use their imaginations, to express their ideas, and to explore their world through theater. Young artists will collaborate with Asolo Rep Teaching Artists to develop original stories and unique characters inspired by ideas of their own. Campers will get the experience of theater from many different angles: performance, story-building, and (most importantly) imaginative play. This camp is perfect for rising first and second-graders who love using their imagination, have a dramatic side, and/or enjoy creating and acting out stories. No experience necessary – theater is for everyone.

Dates: June 12-16 Cost: $200 Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch, 5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota. OUT-OFDOOR ACADEMY COURAGEOUS CREATING WITH ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE Grades: Entering Grades 3-5 Courageous Creating with Asolo Repertory Theatre uses theatrical skills from all elements of the art form to encourage campers to use their imagination, to express their ideas, and to explore their world through theater. Young artists will collaborate with Asolo Rep Teaching Artists, using elements of performance, storytelling, and design to devise an original story complete with unique characters and settings. Students do not have to have a background in theater or enjoy performing to have a great time – they just need to bring their imagination and be ready to play, collaborate, and create.

Dates: June 19-23 Cost: $200 Location: Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch, 5950 Deer Drive, Sarasota.

ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE SUMMER SESSIONS Ages: 6-14

Asolo Rep Summer Camps are a great place for young artists to use their imaginations to explore, connect, and discover, using theater and their own wits as their toolbox. Weekly themes

include Quest, Drama Days, Miniature Worlds, Twisted Tales, and Trashing the Camp. Groups are broken down into Artistic Adventures: Ages 6-7 (rising first graders and older, please. ), Courageous Creators: Ages 8-10 and TheatreMakers: Ages 11-14 Dates: July 3–August 4. Cost: Early Bird Pricing available until April 1: $160/ week. Pricing after April 1st: $200/ week Location: 5333 N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota Register: email education@ asolo.org or online at asolorep.org/ engage-learn/summer-camps ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE SUMMER

INTENSIVE: THEATRE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE AT ECKERD COLLEGE

Ages: 15-18 Join us on an exploration of advocacy, activism, and social change through theatre. Blending the strengths of Eckerd College and Asolo Repertory Theatre (Sarasota, FL) this program challenges students to be storytellers of the change they wish to see in the world. This summer program is ideal for rising 10th through 12th-grade students interested in producing and performance, community building, activism and social change, story adaptation, and the creative process. Dates: June 18-23. Cost: $850 Location: Eckerd College, 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg Register: precollege@eckerd.edu,https://www. eckerd.edu/precollege/theatre/

CIRCUS SUMMER CAMP

Ages: 6-15 A typical day begins with a warmup and group stretch, 1-2 warm-up circus activities (like circus relay, low wire, unicycle, trampoline, hula hooping, or juggling) snack, showcase act rehearsal, lunch, theater games, arts and circus crafts, showcase act rehearsal, snack, check-out and group games, dismissal. The two-week session will go on a field trip to see The Summer Circus Spectacular at The Ringling. The last Friday of each session features a live showcase.

Dates: June 5—August 4 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Cost: $375 for a 1-week session; $750 for a 2-week session. Location: Sailor Circus Arena, 2075 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota at the Circus Arts Conservatory Register: circusarts.org/programs/ circus-summer-camp

SHINE ON CIRCUS CAMP

Come one, come all. Experience the joy of the circus in a fun-filled week of activities and games. Campers present a grand circus performance on the final day of camp. Dates: June 5–9, Full days: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. or Half days: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: Half day: $250, Full day: $330 Location: Sarasota Christian School, 5415 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota Register: shineoncircusevents.com

STAGE OF DISCOVERY WESTCOAST BLACK THEATRE

TROUPE Ages: 13-18 Stage of Discovery, our summer musical theatre intensive program runs from June 12 to July 16, 2023. Students will have the opportunity to learn acting, singing, dancing and improvisation from creative professionals. They will also gain behind-the-scenes experience with set and costume design. The program is free and is open to students ages 1318 years old. At the end of the program, students will participate in a public performance of an exciting musical! Stage of Discovery is open to a limited number of students and auditions will be held on the 29 and 30th of April, at 1:00pm at WBTT. Dates: June 12-July 16 Register: westcoastblacktheatre.org, pbaptiste@westcoastblacktheatre.org

MUSICAL THEATRE CAMPS AT THE PLAYERS CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS

MUSICAL THEATRE BOOTCAMP

Ages: 11-18 Let The Players transform your child’s summer into something magical and rewarding. Learn acting techniques, audition etiquette, singing, dancing and backstage technical elements. This fun and exciting camp mixes lots of laughs, games and field trips. Two camps, Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. and IT’S A BIRD… IT’S A PLANE… IT’S SUPERMAN. (Youth Edition) will be offered with performances. Dates: June 5-Aug. 6. Cost: Contact for pricing info. Location: The Players Centre’s Studio 1130, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota Register: https://theplayers.org/ classes-2/camps/ ONE-WEEK MINI

Creepy Creatures, Mystery Mayhem, On Broadway, Summer at the Movies, Once Upon a Fairytale and Under the Sea. Dates: June 5-Aug. 4 Cost: $160/ week Location: The Players Studio in the Rosemary District, 1400 Blvd. of the Arts, Suite 200, Sarasota Register: https://theplayers.org/classes-2/ camps/

FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE SCHOOL FOR YOUTH LITTLE

THEATRE Ages: 5-6 Kindergarten

prerequisite Little Theatre Introduction Week Your little one can get creative with a smaller commitment this summer. A camp experience dedicated to the exploration of creative play, ensemble games, and confidence-building activities for our youngest artists, this camp emphasizes acting and includes music and dance. Culminates in an open class for families and friends.

Dates: Begins May 30. Little Theatre

Full Three-Week Session This camp experience is dedicated to the exploration of storytelling, songs and creative play. Little Theatre emphasizes acting and includes music and dance. A final performance will be held for family and friends. Dates: Begins May June 5. Cost: Full Session is $420/session and Introduction Week is $185/ session CHILDREN’S PERFORMING

ARTS CAMP Ages: 7-12 Intro to Theatre: All the World’s a Stage Theatre is everywhere, and anything can become theater. This one-week camp offers an introduction to FST programming through ensemble and improvisation games, playful exercises, and movement activities. Session includes acting, improvisation, and dance with a final open class for families and friends.

and All The World’s A Stage is $185/ session TEEN PERFORMING ARTS

CAMP Ages: 13-17 Teen Intro This oneweek camp offers our teen students an opportunity to explore creatively and break out of their shells. Students will strengthen their communication and listening skills, build confidence, and enhance their public speaking abilities through acting exercises, Improvisation activities, and ensemble games. Culminates in an open class for families and friends. Dates: Begins May 30 Cost: $185 Teen Performing Arts Camp Theatre for the young adult with a concentration in acting, improvisation, voice, and movement. This camp experience focuses on developing truth on stage, exploring characters and emotions, and building the self-esteem and individual expression of every participant. Students will learn performance techniques through theater games and exercises. Culminates in a final performance on the last day of camp for families and friends. Dates:

SUMMER IN THE PARKS CLOWN CAMP

Learn the magic of being a live cartoon or a clown with Chucko. Practice, create and present your own original character and discover your funny bone and how to work and laugh with others in our special Clown Boot Camp. Personal makeup kit sold separately. Big nose present included. Dates: June 19-23 (1-4 p.m.) and June 26-30 (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Cost: $100 Location: Venice Train Depot, 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice Register: scgov.net/parks

SUMMER IN THE PARKS DRAMA KIDS SUMMER CAMP

Ages: 5-12 Get ready for a spectacular week or two of fun with Drama Kids International’s world-renowned curriculum. Whether your child is new to drama or is always performing, Drama Kids Camps will be the perfect way to ACT UP this summer. Dates: Weekly camp themes include Mystery Playhouse Camp (June 5-9), Broadway Camp (June 12-16), Wonderful World of Wizardry Camp (June 26-30), Explorers of the Galaxy Camp (July 10-14), “We Are Monsters” Take 2 Musical Production Camp (July 17-21), Renaissance Fair Camp (July 24-28), Press Start Take 2 Musical Production Camp (July 31-Aug. 4) and Rockstartopia Camp and Camp Hollywood (July 31-Aug. 4). Cost: $275 for full-day camp, $150 for half-day camp and $250 for Mystery Playhouse Camp. Half-day is available only for Rockstartopia Camp and Camp Hollywood. Location: Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota and Laurel Park, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis. Register: scgov.net/parks

TRAVEL CAMPS

CAMPS

Ages: 5-10 Mini camps are one-week explorations where students work on crafts, learn skits, songs and dances that relate to the theme. There’s a new theme every week, including Goin’ Wild, Animation Creation,

Dates: Begins May 30. Camp runs for one week. Cost: $185 Children’s Performing Arts Camp FST’s original and most popular camp experience for over 35 years. Students will build extensive acting, voice, improvisation, and dance skills in a spirited and supportive environment. This camp experience focuses on nurturing the self-esteem, individual expression, and empathy of each child, while also developing skills to use in their everyday lives. Dates: Three sessions. Begins June 5. Camp runs for three weeks. Cost: Children’s Performing Arts Camp is $525/session

Begins June 5 Cost: $525 Teen Improv We invite your teen to join the fun and spontaneous world of improv. Led by professional improvisers, this camp experience challenges improvisational skills in a supportive and creative environment. Students will learn to trust their creative instincts and their creative partners as they build connections with others through unscripted, cooperative storytelling. Students will perform a revue of original material. Camp runs for 3 weeks. There will be no classes on July 4th. Dates: Begins July 3 Cost: $525 Young Performers Company A camp for exceptional, empathetic, and experienced performers. Students will create and perform in collaboration with FST’s professional Resident Teaching Artists. In week two, students act as performance partners for students from FST’s VIP Camp for students with mental and physical disabilities. Together, all students will rehearse and share their final piece in a culminating performance. Camp runs for 3 weeks. There will be no classes on July 4th. Dates: Begins July 3 Cost: $525 Location: Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota Register: 941366-1350, fstschool@floridastudiotheatre.org, floridastudiotheatre.org

SAILING AND SCUBA ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMP FOR TEENS

Ages: 12-19+ ActionQuest offers incredible educational summer adventure camps for teens and young adults through hands-on sailing and scuba diving learning as well as adventure travel throughout the world. Dates: June 15—August 23 Cost: Prices vary based on program and location. Visit the website below for more information. Register: 941-924-6789, actionquest.com/upcoming-adventure-camps