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Parents and kids are in the midst of school projects, tests and afterschool activities. Soon, however, it will get warmer and the air will smell of chlorine and sunscreen. It’s ti me to consider the summer plans, from family vacations to camps. Here is a list of fun summer camps for all interests. From robotbuilding to performing on stage, there is something for every child.
GOODEN SCHOOL
The Gooden Summer School offers full-day, arts, nature and science, sports, enrichment and academics. The Gooden Summer Program is open to all students from kindergarten through eighth grade. It offers a rich variety of classes in academic subjects, music, art, STEAM, ISEE/HSPT test prep and sports that provide students with appealing choices for a fun and productive summer. Age range: entering kindergarten through eighth grade. Dates: June 22 to July 3, July 6 to July 24. Times: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended day time: 7:30 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Tuition is $135-$150 per class per session with a 10% early-bird discount through March 27, registration deadline. THE GOODEN SCHOOL, 192 N. BALDWIN AVENUE, SIERRA MADRE, 626-355- 2410, LTORTELL@GOODENSCHOOL.ORG, GOODENSUMMERSCHOOL.ORG.
SCI-ARC, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE DESIGN IMMERSION DAY, FULL-DAY ARTS Design Immersion Days (DID) at SCI-Arc is a four-week, precollege summer program for students interested in creating projects for a portfolio and exploring careers in architecture and design. DID students create projects alongside leading architects and designers, learn 2-D and 3-D design software, and visit iconic sites and studios throughout Los Angeles. Age range: 14 to 18. Offered: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 22 to July 18. Tuition: $3,350. Registration deadline: Rolling. SCI-ARC, 960 E. THIRD STREET, LOS ANGELES, 213-356-5320, ADMISSIONS@ SCIARC.EDU, SCIARC.EDU/DID
JOHN MUIR HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE MAGNET
Its early college partnership with Pasadena City College allows motivated students to earn up to two years of college credits tuition free along with their high school diploma. Courses are offered in an on-campus PCC satellite building during the school day. Students also enroll in one of three schoolwide college and career academies—Arts, Entertainment and Media; Business and Entrepreneurship; Engineering and Environmental Science. Each academy provides opportunities for students to learn from leading industry partners who provide job shadows, internships, fieldtrips and guest speakers. Additionally, its renowned athletics programs and student leadership opportunities reflects its core principles of pride, tradition and excellence. Kids’ future begins here. Sign up for a tour today. JOHN MUIR HIGH SCHOOL, 1905 N. LINCOLN AVENUE, PASADENA. CONTACT GRETCHEN PINTO, 626-396-5600, EXT. 82020, PUSD.US/MUIR.
ALTADENA ARTS MAGNET
At Altadena Arts Magnet, the dedicated teachers use evidencebased approaches to instruction, including Balanced Literacy and social-emotional learning, to provide a rigorous and nurturing education for students in grades pre-k to 5. Visual and performing arts are an integral part of its curriculum, boosting engagement and achievement. It provides weekly instruction in all five art forms—music, dance, visual arts, theater arts and media arts. Professional teaching artists also collaborate with teachers and a full-time, credentialed arts specialist to integrate arts and academics into every classroom, every day. Additionally, its campus offers a French dual-language immersion option wherein students become bilingual, biliterate, bicognitive, culturally sensitive learners. These amazing opportunities are offered to students for free. Come see how valuable free can be. Sign up for a tour today. ALTADENA ARTS MAGNET, 743 E. CALAVERAS STREET, ALTADENA. CONTACT BENITA SCHECKEL 626-396-5650, EXT. 14099.
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SUMMER AT PASADENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL
Academics, instruments, sports, day-camp activities and preschool/ kinder camp fun. Pasadena Christian School has something for everyone in grades kindergarten to eight and preschoolers ages 2 to 5. Summit to Success and Reach the Peak sharpens academic skills for students entering first to eighth grades. Credentialed teachers boost learning for students preparing them for the new school year. Fun in the Sun with Big Yellow House is jam-packed fun with pool days, fieldtrips, and day-camp activities. Cougar Sports Camp for kids entering the fifth to eighth grades will have weeks focused on volleyball, flag football, basketball and softball. Summer Music Academy has small group instruction in piano, strings, and band. Make new friends and join the fun. PASADENACHRISTIAN.ORG
THE SECOND CITY: SUMMER COMEDY CAMP
Campers exercise their sense of play through improv games and exercises, the foundation of The Second City’s unique brand of comedy, to help enhance their ability to communicate with others and develop confidence in their own creativity while working as part of an ensemble. No experience required. Camps end with a show. Ages 4 to 18.
One-week minicamps in Hollywood (ages 4 to 6), 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Monday to Friday. Students learn improv and musical improv.
One-week camps in Hollywood and Pasadena (ages 7 to 18), 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Students learn improv, sketch writing, musical improv.
Students are grouped by ages 7 to 9, 10 to 12, 13 to 15, 16 to 18, Two-week camp in Hollywood (ages 12 to 18), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, July 6, to Friday, July 17, and Monday, July 20, to Friday, July 31, $800.
Students learn improv, sketch writing, musical improv, stand-up and clowning.
Times: Early drop-off is 8:30 a.m. Camp 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Late pickup is 4 p.m. Tuition: $395 ($25 off second child in same camp), Registration Deadline: Accepts registration until camps are full, no deadline. PASADENA: 690 E. ORANGE GROVE BOULEVARD, PASADENA HOLLYWOOD: 6560 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES 323-464-8542 SCLA@SECONDCITY.COM, SECONDCITYSUMMERS.COM
SOUTHWESTERN ACADEMY
Summer Adventures at Southwestern Academy offers students in grades seven to 12 a summer program that uniquely combines classroom education with fun, exciting and exceptional activities, allowing students to enjoy their summer while exploring new opportunities in and out of the classroom. These programs include classes to earn credits for graduation, while exploring and enhancing one’s knowledge of Southern California and Northern Arizona’s rich artistic, cultural and historical wonders. Wheth- er a student attends the Southern California or Northern Arizona campus, Summer Adventures at Southwestern Academy is where they may excel, grow and truly belong. SOUTHWESTERN ACADEMY SAN MARINO, CALIFORNIA, AND RIMROCK, ARIZO- NA. 626-799-5010, EXT. 204, SOUTHWESTERNACADEMY.EDU.
PERFORMING ARTS WORKSHOPS
Winner of LA Parent Magazine’s Best Camp. Kids spend their summer days in any of PAW’s award-winning camps: musical theater, guitar, LOL, Rock the Mic, filmmaking, magic, stage FX makeup, photography or de- bate camp for kids. PAW provides the ultimate “arts” experience from re- hearsal to performance. Make friends and lifelong memories. Age Range: 5 to 15. Dates: June 15 to August 14 in one- and two-week sessions. Times: Doors open at 7:45 a.m. Camp hours 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended play until 5 p.m. Full-day time: Doors open at 7:45 a.m. Camp hours 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended day time from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuition: One-week sessions $485; twoweek sessions $820. Registration deadline: Register as soon as possible, some sessions will sell out. The camp welcomes children on a first-come, first-served basis. PERFORMING ARTS WORKSHOP: TWO LOCATIONS IN PASADENA PASADENA EAST: PASADENA TEMPLE & CENTER, 1434 N. ALTADENA DRIVE, PASADENA PASADENA OLD TOWN: THROOP CHURCH AUDITORIUM, 300 S. LOS ROBLES AVENUE, PASADENA 310-827-8827, EMAIL: PERFORMINGARTSLA@AOL.COM, PERFORMINGARTSWORKSHOPS.COM
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POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL/SPORTS CAMP Poly Presummer Sports Camp Come join the group for a fun-filled week of volleyball, soccer, basketball, cheer, baseball or water polo in the presummer sports camp from June 8 to June 12. The campers will work on their skills, play smallsided game as well as full scrimmages, and get individualized attention from coaches with assistance from high school players. These camps are designed to install a love of their sport of choice.
Age range: grades first to eighth or ages 6 to 14. Dates: June 8 to 12. Times: Volleyball 10 a.m. to noon; soccer 9 a.m. to noon; baseball 9 a.m. to noon; cheer 1 to 3 p.m.; basketball 1 to 4 p.m.; water polo 1 to 4 p.m.
Tuition: Volleyball $140; soccer $210; baseball $210; cheer $140; basketball $210 and water polo $230. Registration deadline: June 5 POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL, 1030 E. CALIFORNIA BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626- 396-6307, POLYSUMMER@POLYTECHNIC.ORG, POLYTECHNIC.ORG/POLYSUM- MER.
POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL/POLY SUMMER
Poly Summer offers full-day, half-day, arts, nature and science, sports, enrichment and academics camps. Each three-week session of Poly Summer program offers more than 300 academic and enrich- ment courses that parents can use to create a personalized schedule of classes for each child. Be it test prep or food prep, cooking or coding, sewing, singing, swimming, reading, writing or STEAM, Poly Summer is the place to be. Age range: 5 to 18. Dates: Session 1: June 18 to July 2; Session 2: July 6 to July 24. Times: 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended day time: 4 to 6 p.m. Tuition: $280 per one-hour three-week course.
Registration deadline: June 18, session one. July 6, session two or until classes are filled. POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL, 1030 E. CALIFORNIA BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626- 396-6307, POLYSUMMER@POLYTECHNIC.ORG, POLYTECHNIC.ORG/POLYSUM- MER.
DESTINATION SCIENCE CAMP
Destination Science Camp offers full-day, nature and science, en- richment and academics camps.
The fun science day camp for curious kids! 2020 Themes: STEAM in- ventors, galactic space, playspace engineering, spy-tech, robots and moviemakers. Multiple neighborhood locations.
Age range: 5 to 11; dates June 15 to August 14. Full-day times 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Extended day times: 8 to 9 a.m., 3 to 5 p.m. Tuition: $299 - $379 per week. Registration deadline: August 7. DESTINATION SCIENCE CAMP, 651 N. ORANGE GROVE BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 1434 N. ALTADENA DRIVE, PASADENA, 2046 ALLEN AVENUE, ALTADENA, 1307 E. LONGDEN AVENUE, ARCADIA, 1485 VIRGINIA ROAD, SAN MARINO, 1-888-909-2822, INFO@DESTINATIONSCIENCE.ORG, DESTINATIONSCIENCE. ORG
CAMP GALILEO PASADENA
Focused on educational fun, Camp Galileo has a variety of opportunities for kids in grades K-10. Camp Galileo creates themes to spark imagination through hands-on art, science and outdoor challenges. Its innovation approach is to nurture creativity within each camper. Camp Galileo sets guidelines for a positive mindset, gives kids the tools they need for breakthrough thinking and a support system to bring their ideas to life. WALDEN SCHOOL, 74 S. SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 1-800-854- 3684, GALILEO-CAMPS.COM, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M., PRICES VARY FOR AGE AND IF EXTENDED CARE IS NEEDED.
CAMP ADVENTUREWOOD
Established in 1947, Camp Adventurewood is a five-week camp for boys and girls ages 4 to 13 who want to partake in a variety of activities and meet new friends. Activities include archery, canoeing, horsedrawn wagon rides, arts and crafts, swimming, hiking, sports games,
beach trips and camp olympics. Campers will be at a 6-to-1 ratio with well-trained, passionate counselors. It is recommended that parents register early because this camp limits the number of kids it accepts. CAMP ADVENTUREWOOD, 1766 E. WASHINGTON BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626-922-0945, CAMPADVENTUREWOOD.COM, TIMES AND PRICES VARY.
STEM WORLD
This is a camp for future scientists, engineers and programmers. At STEM World, children can get their science and technology on. The camp boasts a laboratory, a technology makerspace and a class- room. The environment promotes three-dimensional learning, a style that integrates different science, technology and engineering prin- ciples into a hands-on project-based approach. STEM WORLD, 2245 E. COLORADO BOULEVARD, UNIT 101, PASADENA, 626- 247-4347, INFO@STEMWORLD.NET, STEMWORLD.NET, 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M., PRICES VARY.
SUMMERKIDS CAMP
Rule No. 1 about Summerkids Camp: Have fun. Summerkids Camp is a family-run organization that wants to create an atmosphere of warmth and creativity. Summerkids is open to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade, while Summer Challenge welcomes junior high campers. Kids can enjoy a variety of activities like arts and crafts, group sports, swimming, hikes, archery, cooking, dance and garden- ing. Have a high schooler interested in becoming a camp counselor? Summerkids Camp offers junior counseling training that can lead to a counseling job. SUMMERKIDS CAMP, 1000 E. WALNUT STREET, SUITE 226, PASADENA, 626-577- 9979, INFO@SUMMERKIDS.NET, SUMMERKIDS.NET, PRICES AND TIMES VARY.
TOM SAWYER CAMPS
Focused on youth camping in Southern California, this camp is committed giving children a carefree, constructive experience. The camp offers horseback riding, group activities, swimming and team building. Tom Sawyer Camps is accredited by the American Camp Association and is a member of the Western Association of Independent Camps. TOM SAWYER CAMPS, 707 W. WOODBURY ROAD, SUITE F, ALTADENA, 626-794- 1156, INFO@TOMSAWYERCAMPS.COM, TOMSAWYERCAMPS.COM, PRICES AND TIMES VARY.
STEVE AND KATE’S CAMP-PASADENA
During this summer camp, the kids are in charge. Steve and Kate’s Camp’s philosophy is self-direction, as it creates a space for children to act on their judgments and fuel their sense of self. This helps them develop the confidence to take bigger steps and a sense of leadership. In the morning and afternoon, kids will start and finish in the library, the arcade or recreation. There are unlimited activities like sports, sewing, baking and water works. Campers select their own activities. STEVE AND KATE’S CAMP, ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL, 42 CHESTNUT STREET, PASADENA, 323-244-2531, PASADENA@STEVEANDKATE.COM, STEVE- ANDKATE.COM, VARIOUS TIMES JUNE 16 TO AUGUST 21, $100 PER DAY.
SPARTAN ALLSTARS SPORTS DAY CAMP
For all the little athletes out there wanting to learn something new or harness their own skills, Spartan Allstars Sports Camps are perfect. This day camp introduces campers to a broad range of sports and activities, teaches kids the value of being on a team and sportsmanship, encourages individual growth in an environment with healthy competition. Expert staff members monitor the games and activities to ensure growth while having fun with each child. Camps are offered for grades K to 9th graders, times vary. There is 10% off for siblings or multi-sessions. SPARTAN ALLSTARS SPORTS DAY CAMP, LA CAÑADA HIGH SCHOOL, 4463 OAK GROVE DRIVE, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE, 818-473-0005, SPARTANALLSTARS. COM, 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M. JUNE 8 TO JULY 24, PRICES VARY.
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PLANETBRAVO TECHNO-TAINMENT CAMP
This award-winning summer camp wants kids to have fun as they explore and develop multimedia skills with their friends. Campers can learn how to code, make their own movies, modify Minecraft and build robots. Kids will have time inside and outside, working on their comput- ers and playing games with an 8-to-1 student-teacher ratio. This year, there’s a 6 p.m. pick-up time. TECHNO-TAINMENT CAMP, BLAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL/BLAIR HIGH SCHOOL, 250 ALLENDALE ROAD, PASADENA, 310-443-7607, INFO@PLANETBRAVO.COM, PLAN- ETBRAVO.COM, 8:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. JUNE 8 TO JULY 31, $439 PER WEEK.
THE PASADENA ATELIER ART STUDIO SUMMER CAMP
Kids can channel their inner Picasso at the 10th annual Art Camp at the Pasadena Atelier Art Studio. They will be guided through a series of drawing, painting, 2-D and 3-D art and paper art activities. All snacks and art materials will be provided, and the camp will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Monday to Thursday. Sessions must have at least six participants. THE PASADENA ATELIER, 440 MERCURY LANE, PASADENA, 623-319-4863, JFMARTS@SBCGLOBAL.NET, THEPASADENAATELIER.COM, 9 A.M. TO NOON MONDAY TO THURSDAY, $250.
CAMP KIDS KLUB
Camp Kids Klub’s theme is exploration. Kids can learn, play and make lifelong friends with inspirational counselors, who are profession- als within the child development field. Campers are divided into age groups, which have tailored activities. CAMP KIDS KLUB, 394 S. RAYMOND AVENUE, PASADENA, 626-941-5582, CAMPKID- SKLUB.COM, 7:30 A.M. TO 6 P.M. MONDAY TO FRIDAY, PRICES AND DATES VARY.
ROLLING ROBOTS
Rolling Robots is tailored for kids who are constantly building and curi- ous about the tech world. Children stay engaged by building robots. Summer camp is divided by age group, so the kids participate in activi- ties best suited to them. ROLLING ROBOTS, 201 N. BRAND BOULEVARD, SUITE 120B, GLENDALE, 818-241- 2308, ROLLINGROBOTS.COM, DATES, TIMES AND COSTS VARY.
CAMP RUNAMUK
Camp Runamuk is a half-day summer camp filled with arts and crafts, science experiments, cooking projects, games and team-build- ing activities. From Slip n Slides to scavenger hunts, activities are end- less. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is for ages 5 to 10. CAMP RUNAMUK, COMMUNITY CENTER OF LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE, 4469 CHEVY CHASE DRIVE, 818-790-8842, CCLCF.ORG, OFFICE@CCLCF.ORG, PRICES AND DATES VARY.
MARIPOSA DAY CAMP
The greater Los Angeles division of the Girl Scouts offers a variety of day camps for girls ages 11 to 18. These camps welcome all girls to this fun-filled camp. This is an opportunity for girls to develop a love of the outdoors, have female role models in their life and participate in a variety of carefully designed, dynamic activities. The central goal of this summer camp is to have girls develop a strong sense of self, cultivate healthy relationships, and promote cooperation through team building. All camp staff are first aid, CPR and lifeguard certified. MARIPOSA DAY CAMP, 615 E. MARIPOSA STREET, ALTADENA, 626-677-2303, MARIPOSACAMP@GIRLSCOUTSLA.ORG, GIRLSCOUTSLA.ORG, 9 A.M. 4 P.M., RATES AND DATES VARY PER SESSION.
YOUNG KINGS BASKETBALL
Young Kings Basketball promotes a healthy lifestyle through hoops. The camp accepts kids ages 7 to 14 of all athletic abilities. At camp, kids are divided into small groups based on age and ability. From
there, they will work on individual skill development and have lunch and a group talk. To end the day, the kids will practice their learned skills. YOUNG KINGS BASKETBALL, NEW REVELATION BAPTIST CHURCH, 855 N. ORANGE GROVE BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 818-495-8187, PLAY@YKBBALL.COM, YKBBALL.COM/SUMMER, PRICES VARY.
THEATRE 360
Theatre 360 is an award-winning, recognized children’s company and school that offers professional productions and education to children ages 3 to 19. The summer camps have trained many students, both on stage and backstage, allowing them to develop their talents and abilities to a professional level. The camps have themes for each session, from Disney to Broadway musicals. THEATRE 360, 2623 E. FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626-577-5922, INFO@ THEATRE260.ORG, THEATRE360.ORG, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M., $400 PER SESSION.
SUMMER ACTING CAMP
Join the Summer Acting Camp in its 23rd summer teaching kids all about performance. Geared toward kids ages 5 to 15, the Summer Acting Camp teaches acting, singing, tap dance, circus movement, magic, swordplay, tech design, improvisation and on-camera techniques. The program runs from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is offered per summer. SUMMER ACTING CAMP, LA CAÑADA HIGH SCHOOL, 4463 OAK GROVE DRIVE, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE, 818-957-1619, SUMMERACTINGCAMP.COM, 7:30 A.M. TO 5:30 P.M. TWO SESSIONS FROM JUNE 15 TO JULY 24, $800 PER SESSION.
CHAMP CAMP
This summer camp helps girls and boys ages 4 and older harness their gymnastics skills. This camp incorporates games, crafts, nutrition education and open. Club Champion has been training gymnasts since 1999 and is committed to providing quality instruction in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. CLUB CHAMPION PASADENA, 145 VISTA AVENUE, SUITE 110, PASADENA, 626- 577-4496, GO2CLUBCHAMPION.COM, 8:45 A.M. TO 5 P.M., PRICES VARY.
VALLEY TRAILS SUMMER CAMP
Valley Trails is a summer camp all about the outdoors. Its core values make sure kids are taking time away from technology to spend time outdoors. This camp ensures learning by focusing on a curriculum incorporating critical thinking, communications and self-confidence. Transportation is available. VALLEY TRAILS, 6043 TAMPA AVENUE, TARZANA, 818-345-3005, VALLEYTRAILS. COM, DATES AND PRICES VARY.
ANDERSON ADVENTURE CAMP H20
The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center hosts the Anderson Adventure Camp H20, a summer camp that has more than water. The camp incorporates a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, field trips and special events. The camp runs from late May to late August for kids ages 6 to 13 years old. ROSE BOWL AQUATIC CENTER, 360 N ARROYO BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626- 564-0330, ROSEBOWLAQUATICS.COM, 8 A.M. TO 3 P.M., $70 PER DAY.
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP
The YMCA produces healthy, developmentally appropriate activities and learning experiences. Day camps focus on having fun while learning, building self-esteem and social skills through new activities. Each week of the summer will have a new theme to keep kids engaged and a basis for them to learn about themselves as well as the world around them. YMCA PASADENA, 1605 GARFIELD AVENUE, 626-799-9119, YMCALA.ORG, 7 A.M. TO 6 P.M. JUNE 11 TO AUGUST 10, $230 A WEEK.
ADVENTURES IN WRITING CAMP
A team of writers, musicians, teachers and curriculum experts came together to create this summer camp. It has a curriculum geared for each age. Elementary campers have lessons delivered as songs, and new writing skills are practiced by writing rap songs. By first grade, kids will be able to develop story skills and campers entering second to fifth grade can publish their own eBooks. Middle School campers create their own blog and decide on their own content. All of the learning is done in a fun-filled environment and allows kids to build their confidence. ADVENTURES IN WRITING CAMP, ST. PHILIP THE APOSTLE SCHOOL, PASADENA CITY COLLEGE, 1363 CORDOVA STREET, PASADENA, 833-974-8366, AIWCAMP. COM, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. JUNE 15 TO JUNE 26, $829.
ZOOLOGY SUMMER CAMP
The Wildlife Learning Center hosts a variety of animal-focused camps for kids who want to be a “zookeeper.” The ZooKids program is for ages 5 to 9, while the ZooKeepers program is for ages 9 to 14. Throughout the programs, both groups will gain enough knowledge to be able to give an animal presentation demonstrating all they learned at camp. ZOOLOGY SUMMER CAMP, 16027 YARNELL STREET, SYLMAR, 818-362-8711, WILDLIFELEARNINGCENTER.ORG, 9 A.M. TO 1 P.M. JUNE TO AUGUST (DATES VARY), $395 PER SESSION.
FOOTHILL HOOPS BASKETBALL
Boys and girls ages 3 to 15 are welcome to join the summer league of Foothill Hoops. There are no “ZIP code” requirements or priorities. The camp assesses children on May 18 and May 25, so kids can play with skillappropriate peers. Results will be released on June 2. Practices are held once a week on a weeknight and games are played on the weekend. FOOTHILL HOOPS, JOHN MUIR HIGH SCHOOL, 1905 LINCOLN AVENUE, PASADENA, 818-636-8165, FOOTHILLHOOPS.ORG, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. JUNE 10 TO JUNE 14 AND JULY 8 TO JULY 12, VARIOUS PRICING.
WINNER’S EDGE INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CAMPS
Winner’s Edge is an after-school, summer and winter camp program with the goal of taking children away from technology. The day incorporates sports, martial arts, arts and crafts, and cultural studies. Winner’s Edge works at making each game or activity a learning experience for campers. They offer a variety of pricing plans to ensure that every child can participate and a flexible schedule for busy parents. WINNER’S EDGE INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CAMPS, 200 E DEL MAR BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626-332-7229, WINNERSEDGEINTERNATIONAL.COM, 7 A.M. TO 7 P.M. JUNE 3 TO AUGUST 16 MONDAY TO FRIDAY, PRICES VARY.
KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Kidspace Children’s Museum has camps for 4- to 9-year-old kids to explore, investigate and make new friends. The museum divides the campers into two groups: ages 4 to 5 and 5 to 9. The younger group learns what it’s like to be away from parents for a long period of time. The older kids sing songs, play games and explore the outdoors. KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, 480 N. ARROYO BOULEVARD, PASADENA, 626- 449-9144, KIDSPACEMUSEUM.ORG, 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M., CAMPS START AT $202.50.
CAMP BOB WALDORF
Camp Bob Waldorf offers three summer camp experiences to meet the needs and interests of each group of campers. Camp Bob Waldorf is a sleepaway camp for fourth to 12 graders. Kibbutz Bob Waldorf incorporates Jewish values, cultures and traditions into camp activities. Witherbee Wilderness is a 10-day program for campers entering ninth to 12th grade and it features a seven-day backpacking trip into Big Basin Redwoods State and Yosemite National parks. CAMP BOB WALDORF OFFICE, 1041 SHIRLYJEAN STREET, GLENDALE, 818-957- 4900, REGISTRATION@CAMPBOBWALDORF.ORG, CAMPBOBWALDORF.ORG, TIMES AND PRICES DEPEND ON CAMP EXPERIENCE. ||||