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Spring Break Camp Guide Fun day camp options for ages 4 through teen
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Staying home for spring break this year?
Spring Break is right around the corner! Looking for an enriching environment for the kids to spend those days off school? You’ve come to the right place! Welcome to our annual spring break camp guide, with fun day camp options for ages 4 through teen.
CAMP HOPE OF SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON DISCOVERY CAMP Location: 12800 NE Roper Rd., Battle Ground Phone Number: 360-666-9136 Website: www.camphopewa.org/day-camp Ages: 10-18 Days/Times: March-May - Please visit our website for more details. Cost: $40/Camper - $30/Camper Family - Scholarships Available Description: Come experience . . . History Challenge Courses - Nature Walks/Hiking - Archery - Art/Crafts Projects - Woodworking - Outdoor Skill Building - Scavenger Hunts - Fire Starting - Cave Exploration - Plant Identification - Games - Making New Friends and Memories - Lunch/Snacks Provided (Different Workshops Monthly) KIDS CLUB FUN & FITNESS SPRING BREAK CAMPS Location: 13914 NW 3rd Ct., Vancouver Phone Number: 360-546-5437 Website: www.kidsclub4fun.com Ages: 4-12 (1st-5th Grade) Days/Times: March 30-April 3; 7:45 am-3 pm / After Care 3 pm-6:30 pm Cost: $49 Per Day for Camp / $15 for After Care add on Description: Join us for age appropriate active camps. Students will play a variety of games based on a new theme for each day! Games will take place in our Jungle area, as well as our Gymnastics room and our other play areas. Students are split into groups based on age and are supervised at a 15-1 ratio by our fun, energetic, background-checked staff. Camps run until 3 pm with the option to add After Care from 3-6:30 pm if needed. Sign up over the phone or in person! Give us a call if you have any questions! { {} }
USTA PACIFIC NORTHWEST VANCOUVER TENNIS CENTER TENNIS CAMP FOR 6-12 Location: Vancouver Tennis Center, 5300 E 18th St., Vancouver Phone Number: 360-773-5038 Website: www.pnwtenniscenters.com/Vancouver Ages: 6-12 Days/Times: March 30-April 2 (4 days); 10-11:30 am Cost: For Members: $90.00 / For Non-Members: $98.00 Description: For beginner-level players ready to give tennis a swing! This camp covers the basics in keeping score, early { }
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technique and rallying. Players will learn proper footwork, how to track the ball, move more effectively to hit shots, racquet mechanics and more in a fun environment. Visit pnwtenniscenters.com/Vancouver to register!
USTA PACIFIC NORTHWEST VANCOUVER TENNIS CENTER TENNIS CAMP FOR 13-18 Location: Vancouver Tennis Center, 5300 E 18th St., Vancouver Phone Number: 360-773-5038 Website: www.pnwtenniscenters.com/Vancouver Ages: 13-18 Days/Times: March 30-April 2 (4 days); 10-11:30 am Cost: For Members: $90.00 / For Non-Members: $98.00 Description: The 13-18 age group is perfect for on-court experience, skill advancement and keeping both
beginners and mid-level-and-up players learning, improving their game and having fun. Activities cover more advanced speed, agility, coordination, and strength. This camp is designed to provide matchplay experience and keep players engaged while improving their skills. Visit pnwtenniscenters.com/Vancouver to register! { }
VANCOUVER PARKS AND RECREATION FIRSTENBURG TEEN CAMP Location: Firstenburg Community Center; 700 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver Phone Number: 360-487-7001 Website: www.cityofvancouver.us/camps Ages: 11-14 Days/Times: March 30-April 3; 7:30 am-5:30 pm Cost: Weekly Cost: $193/City Resident or $222/Non-City Resident Description: Make new friends, have fun and explore Vancouver and beyond at FCC Teen Camp! Campers participate in structured activities from 9 am-4:30 pm including sports, games, art and swimming. On Tuesday campers will take a field trip to Regal Cascade for a movie and on Thursday they will travel to SuperPlay. Use camp number 14329 to register with Vancouver Parks and Recreation. continued from page 25 { }
VANCOUVER PARKS AND RECREATION ADVENTURES YOUTH DAY CAMP Location: Marshall Community Center; 1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver Phone Number: 360-487-7100 Website: www.cityofvancouver.us/camps Ages: 6-10 Days/Times: March 30-April 3; 7:30 am-5:30 pm Cost: Weekly Cost: $183/City Resident or $210/ Non-City Resident Description: Every day brings a new adventure with Vancouver Parks and Recreation! Campers participate in { }
structured activities from 9 am-4:30 pm including sports, games, crafts and swimming. On Tuesday campers take a field trip to Ultrazone Laser Tag & Arcade and on Thursday they will check out JJ Jump Extreme. Use camp number 14280 to register with Vancouver Parks and Recreation.
VANCOUVER PARKS AND RECREATION SPARK YOUTH DAY CAMP Location: Firstenburg Community Center; 700 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver Phone Number: 360-487-7001 Website: www.cityofvancouver.us/camps Ages: 5 ½-10 Days/Times: March 30-April 3; 7:30 am-5:30 pm Cost: Weekly Cost: $183/City Resident or $210/Non-City Resident Description: Every day is a new opportunity to spark curiosity with Vancouver Parks and Recreation! Campers participate in structured activities from 9 am-4:30 pm including sports, games, crafts, swimming and rock climbing. On Wednesday campers will take a field trip to SuperPlay and on Friday they will travel to JJ Jump Extreme. Use camp number 14378 to register with Vancouver Parks and Recreation. { }
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1 SUNDAY Kid Fest at Portland Expo Center, 2060 N Marine Dr., Portland. Inflatable Fun Zones, zip-line, Extreme Big Air, rock wall, paint ball arena, cooking stage, Iron-Kid Chef competition, character village and stage shows, and much more. Family Pass: $25 (group of 5+), $6 per person, age 3 and under free. 10 am-4 pm
Northwest Children’s Theater presents “The Jungle Book” at Northwest Children’s Theater and School, 1819 NW Everett St., Portland. Telling the story of a mischievous young boy and his adventures in the jungles of India, The Jungle Book comes to life through traditional Indian dance and a dash of “Bollywood!” This family favorite is created in partnership with Anita Menon of the Anjali School of Dance. 12 pm & 4 pm
Oregon Symphony presents “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” in Concert
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at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway, Portland. For the first time ever, audiences can rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™ while the Oregon Symphony performs Patrick Doyle’s unforgettable score. Admission: $45-$130. 2 pm
4 WEDNESDAY Eruption! The 1980 Eruption of Mount St. Helens at Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. A series of free public programs about Mount St. Helens and volcanoes around the world. 4 pm
7 SATURDAY Providence Academy Public Tour, at 400 E Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Experience Providence Academy, a Vancouver historical site that was built by Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart in 1873 and served as a school, orphanage, and governance offices for the Sisters of Providence. 10-11 am
Molly Malone Irish Dancers at Vancouver Mall Library, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr, Ste 285, Vancouver. Get your hands a-clappin’ and your feet a-tappin’ with the amazing and unique performances of the Molly Malone Irish Dancers. 11:30 am
8 SUNDAY Oregon Symphony presents Dance Party! at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway, Portland. The best dance parties are brought to you by a full orchestra! With “Mambo” from West Side Story and Leroy Anderson’s Sandpaper Ballet. This concert is perfect for kids and families. Admission: $11- $33. 2 pm
Bravo! Concerts presents “The Phantom of the Opera” at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 426 E Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. This concert features the 1925 silent film, “The Phantom of the Opera”, “brought to life with choir and orchestra, and sound effects provided by you, the audience. Admission: $30. 7:30 pm
11 WEDNESDAY Harry Potter Bingo & Trivia Night at La Center Community Center, 1000 E 4th St., La Center. Do you love Bingo? Do you love Harry Potter? The Friends of La Center Community Library invite you to come in costume if you like and bring your favorite muggle for a fun night full of magical Bingo, trivia, and prizes. 6 pm
13 FRIDAY Journey Theater Presents “The Secret Garden” at Washougal High School 1201 39th St., Washougal. Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his invalid son Colin. The estate’s many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the “Dreamers”, spirits from Mary’s past who guide her through her
Performing silent film with live orchestra is almost a lost art - and a unique experience worth hearing and watching in our hyper technical 21st century world. Bravo! Concerts brings it back and includes audience participation!
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new life, dramatizing The Secret Garden‘s compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. Admission: $12-$17. 7 pm
14 SATURDAY Children’s Festival at Vancouver Mall, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver. Families are invited to enjoy a day of free activities including face painting, balloon art, dance performances, interactive demonstrations, samples, prizes, games, and more. All activities are free! 10 am-3 pm
Lucky Shamrock Auction at Warehouse ’23, 100 Columbia St., Vancouver. Rocksolid Teen is a nonprofit organization established in 2002, and dedicated to providing a safe place for the youth of our community to foster relationships with one another and caring adults for the purpose of encouraging them to become “rocksolid” persons. Enjoy this event honoring and supporting that work. Tickets: $75. 5-7 pm
Journey Theater Presents “The Secret Garden” at Washougal High School. (See Mar. 13) 7 pm
Lantern Tour: An Evening at the Fort at 612 E Reserve St., Vancouver. Experience Fort Vancouver by candle lantern. Tour with a Park Ranger through each building, enjoying experiences of historical vignettes. Visitors will enjoy a cup of hot cider at the end of the tour. Reservations are required for all Lantern Tours. To make reservations, call 360-816- 6216. Admission: $10-$25. 7-9 pm
15 SUNDAY Journey Theater Presents “The Secret Garden” at Washougal High School. (See Mar. 13) 2 pm
19 THURSDAY Bright Futures Luncheon at Hilton, 301 W 6th St., Vancouver. Join Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools to raise money to help remove barriers to learning for students living in poverty and to enrich the lives of all students across 37 VPS schools. Enjoy entertainment by VPS students and catering services by Fort Vancouver Culinary Arts. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, Based on the Chinookan village of Cathlapotle, the Plankhouse and the objects inside of it offer a tangible link to these original stewards and provides a unique site for the interpretation of our region's natural and cultural heritage.
registration is free for this event. A financial appeal will be made at the luncheon with a suggested donation of $100. 11:30 am-1 pm
20 FRIDAY Journey Theater Presents “The Secret Garden” at Washougal High School. (See Mar. 13) 7 pm
21 SATURDAY Journey Theater Presents “The Secret Garden” at Washougal High School. (See Mar. 13) 2 pm & 7 pm
Bunco Night Benefit for Clark County USBC at Pied Piper Pizza, 12300 NE Fourth Plain Blvd #E, Vancouver. Come play Bunco and support Clark County USBC, serving local Clark County bowlers plus providing youth scholarships and veteran assistance. All ages, no experience necessary. $25 per person (includes game buy-in, pizza and soda). Cash only at the door. 5-8 pm
Lantern Tour: An Evening at the Fort at 612 E Reserve St., Vancouver. (See Mar. 14) 7-9 pm
22 SUNDAY Couve Clover Run, at 800 Main St., Vancouver. Celebrate in your festive green while running or walking 3, 7 or 10 miles along an extremely fast and scenic course to support local charities! 8:30 am-12 pm
Journey Theater Presents “The Secret Garden” at Washougal High School. (See Mar. 13) 2 pm
25 WEDNESDAY Life Returns to Mount St. Helens at Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. A series of free public programs
about Mount St. Helens and volcanoes around the world. 4 pm
29 SUNDAY Cathlapotle Plankhouse 15th Birthday Celebration at 28908 NW Main Ave., Ridgefield. Celebrate 15 years of Plankhouse education, community, and more. 12-4 pm
30 MONDAY Spring Break Fun at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. School’s out! Visit the library and enjoy fun activities. All activities 2:30-4 pm except for the Egg Drop build on April 3, which is 3:30-5:30 pm. Mar 30: Building Challenge Mar 31: Movie Apr 1: Games Apr 2: Art/Craft Apr 3: Egg Drop 2:30-4 pm
31 TUESDAY Spring Break Fun at Vancouver Community Library. (See Mar. 30) 2:30-4 pm
Live Music with Three for Joy at Washougal Community Library, 1661 C St., Washougal. This talented trio is made up of the Padula siblings: Dominic (16) on fiddle, Joseph (14) on mandolin, and Angela Rose (13) on cello. They will be performing Celtic roots music, including both traditional Scottish, Irish, and Cape Breton tunes and contemporary fiddle compositions presented with compelling arrangements and unique textures of melody, harmony, and rhythm. Fiddle fun for all ages. 6 pm
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