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VISUAL AND PERFORMING
ARTS CAMP JUNE 22 – JULY 3
9 A.M. – 4 P.M.
COST $300 per Camper for Two Weeks of Camp AGE GROUPS 7-11 & 12-18 LOCATION Kennedy Family Theatre Case Art Building
10% discount for early registration by May 1st
CAMP DETAILS Participants will enjoy daily classes in both Visual Arts and Performing Arts taught by current Barton faculty.
SHOWCASE On the final day, campers will perform selections from Seussical:the Musical and present an exhibition of their artworks in the Barton Art Galleries.
The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Wilson
Summer Camp
June 15th-August 21st • 7:30am-5:30pm Only $50 per week, per child
Monday through Friday • 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Snack
Swimming, skating, bowling, and more exciting trips to go along with the themes for each week. Call For More Information: 252-243-5443
For complete details and to register: www.barton.edu /artcamp/
SUMMER CAMP CHILD CARE, INC. Join us for Adventures, Field Trips, Music, Crafts, Sports, Visitors & Endless Activities
Starts June 11th All Day • 6:30am-6:30pm $120 per week
(Includes Field Trips)
Stop By To Register Today!
3424 Airport Blvd. • 291-1990 www.landoflearninginc.com
We are considered one of the BEST 5 Star Child Care Centers in Wilson
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2015 Summer Camps Arts Council of Wilson ................................................ 4-5 Barton College .................................................................. 6 Camp Peace ...................................................................... 6 Chosen Children’s Summer Camp ................................. 6 Community Christian School .......................................... 7 Deans Farm Market ......................................................... 7 Greenfield School .......................................................... 7 Heaven’s Footprints Performing Arts ........................ 8 Hunter’s Dance Studio ................................................ 8 Imagination Station ...................................................... 9 Kiddie Kampus .............................................................. 10 Land of Learning ............................................................ 10
Megan’s Academy of Dance ....................................... 10 Save a Youth Summer Camp ......................................... 10 Studio B ........................................................................... 11 The SPOT ......................................................................... 12 Toe 2 Toe ........................................................................ 13 TRIO Fitness .................................................................. 12 Wilson County 4H ............................................................. 14 Wilson Family YMCA ................................................. 14 Wilson Parks and Recreation .................................... 15 Wilson Police Department ......................................... 14 Wilson Tobs ................................................................... 14
Arts Council of Wilson
For more information on camps call 291-4329, visit the office at 124 Nash St. or the website, wilsonarts.com, where you can also register. Halfday camp fees are $70 or $55; full-day camp fees are $125 or $110 for contributors. June 15-19
Wilson is FULL but we have room at our Glendale-Kenly location!
Active, Fun and Educational! Summer Camp @ WEE SCHOOL
Swimming at a private pool Swimming Lessons Kayaking • Paddle Boarding Ice & Roller Skating Park Trips Water Park Soccer & Kick Ball Tournaments Basketball Lacrosse • Hockey Water Play Interactive Group Games Tennis Lessons Ooey Gooey Science Cooking Arts and Crafts Chapter Books Board Games
Aquarium at Fort Fisher Sylvan Heights Bird Park Airborne Museum w/Flight Simulator
Tour of Local Universities Tregembo Animal Park Some field trips are for older or younger Summer Campers. Not every age will attend every trip.
We PROMISE an Active, Fun and Educational Summer!
Breakfast, Home Cooked Lunch & Afternoon Snack Included
Register Early & Receive Discount Off Tuition at the End of the Summer! More Information Available at: myweeschool.com
Watercolor Collage on Canvas
Explore your creative side with watercolor and collage! Artists will learn different paint techniques, create stunning works of art with materials such as watercolor, paper, acrylics and many more. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Arts & Crafts from Around the World
Get your passport ready! We will explore different regions of the world by creating a variety of arts and crafts. Get inspired by the rich cultures from far away lands. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Holidays from
Around the World
In this camp, campers will learn about different cultures and holidays around the world such as Chinese New Year, Day of the Dean, Mardi Gras, Children’s Day and Christmas in the Holy Land. Then they will learn how to make a variety of fun crafts that go along with them. 1 to 4 p.m.
June 22-26 Indigo Dyeing Around the World
Natural indigo dyeing is one of the oldest methods of coloring cloth in the world. In this camp, we will explore traditional Japanese Arashi Shibori, West African Malinke and North Carolina Tuscarora techniques of indigo dyeing. Each camper will dye two yards of cotton muslin divided into six fat quarters and three silk scarves. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Painting Party
Come create masterpieces celebrating all the things we love about summer! We will create paintings with brushes, fingers and even paper towels while learning basic art principles. You will design, sketch and paint original works of art and have a blast while doing it! 1 to 4 p.m.
Story Book Art
Do you love story books? Every day, we will read books and then make crafts to go along with them. Books will include: What Makes a Rainbow, Rainbow Fish, Elmer, The Dot, The Lorax, The Hungry Caterpillar, Where the Wild Things Are, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Beautiful Oops, and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. 1 to 4 p.m.
“Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark Kids”
“Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark Kids” is a weeklong theater experience and includes producing, singing, acting and dancing in a musical theater production at the Boykin Center. Auditions will be held to determine your role. For all ages. Camp is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Performance is June 27 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person.
July 6-10 Two Bite Treats
Campers will get to spend the week creating various bite-sized desserts — ranging anywhere from cake pops and truffles to mini cupcakes and tarts. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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The Basics of Painting and Drawing Create your own masterpieces while learning basic painting and drawing techniques and how to build a painting step by step. You will also participate in small art activities that are sure to get your creative energy flowing! 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cupcake Cuties on Main Street
Campers will create “cupcake art” each day that is related to different themes of downtown Wilson such as Flowers (The Flower Pot), dance (Dance Studio “B”), whirligigs (Whirligig Park), etc. At the end of the week, people from downtown will come to judge, and eat the projects. 1 to 4 p.m.
July 13-17 Musical Crafts from Around the World
Learn how to make your own musical instruments inspired by cultures from around the world. Campers will create projects such as paper maché maracas, rain sticks and drums — plus lots more. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Earthenware Adventures Down Under This camp will explore the decorative motifs of Australian Indigenous Art as we discover techniques used to hand build wonderful clay projects. In the studio, we will use slab, coil, and pinch pot sculpting methods to create unique ceramic masterpieces! This class is for students with no previous clay experience, but all are welcome. Class includes all materials and firings. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cupcakes on Main Street
Campers will create “cupcake art” each day that is related to different themes of downtown Wilson i.e. Flowers (The
Flower Pot), dance (Dance Studio “B”), whirligigs (Whirligig park), etc. Before the conclusion of each day of camp, we will go to the site of each theme and the campers can photograph their creations in the elements that the cupcake was inspired by. 1 to 4 p.m.
July 20-24 Where the Wild T hings Are Around the World
Let your imagination soar with delight as we read, Where the Wild Things Are and make clay creatures. We will paint and embellish our “wild things” with beads, feathers and baubles. Verbal interaction and role-playing will be encouraged. No previous clay experience needed, and all are welcome. We will dress up and paint our faces on the last day of camp and dramatize the story with our “wild things.” Class includes all materials and firings. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
True Elements of Carving taught by the Masters
Join the Wilson Woodcarvers for a fun class that teaches the basics of woodcarving. We will be using age-appropriate and safe materials that will teach the techniques of carving. Campers will then create their own works of art. The joy of creating things out of wood will be an enjoyable pastime that can last a lifetime. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fun with Fondant
Campers will get to work with one of the more complicated decorating techniques in this camp. Throughout the week they will work with store-bought and homemade fondant and experience the differences in decorating cookies, cupcakes, and cakes with fondant icing. 1 to 4 p.m.
July 27-31 Summer Crafts
Celebrate summer with fun crafts like making bubbles, bubble wands, bug catchers, play dough, puffy paint, sharpie tie-die, sidewalk chalk, painting a flower pot, making garden stones and even your own snacks! You don’t want to miss this fun! 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Book Art: Creating your own books
Learn different methods of paper folding to create your own books and stories. Then fill the pages with your own art using a variety of mixed media techniques. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cookie Creations
Campers will learn to make and decorate a wide array of cookie creations throughout the week including decorated sugar cookies, cookie cakes, and homemade versions of some of your store-bought favorites. 1 to 4 p.m.
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Nature Art: Sticks, stones, and Leaves
Art utilizes many media: paint, graphite, pastel, or clay. But did you know art can also be made from nature? Land Art is a movement exploring the connection between art and nature. It is also a unique art process that uses nature as its medium—rocks, soil, sticks, leaves, moss, etc. Campers will explore the earth works of contemporary land artists such as Andy Goldsworthy, Patrick Dougherty, Robert Smithson, and Jean-Claude and Christo. After a brief introduction to Land Art, campers will create their own earth works! Be sure to bring your messy clothes because we will be playing in the dirt! 1 to 4 p.m.
Disney’s Winnie the Pooh Kids
Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit, and Owl but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship, and sharing snacks. Auditions will be held to determine your role. For all ages. Camp is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Performance is August 1 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person.
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Barton College 224 E. Nash St., Wilson 252-291-5113
2015 Summer Camps FOR AGES 5-ADULT
• Balloo, Pooh, and Paddington: All About Bears • Moon Walkers • Cat Scratch Fever: Programming for Kids • Fiber Camp: Spinning and Weaving • Time Travelers • A Pirate’s Life for Me • Lego Mindstorm • Summer in the Dirt
• The Science & History of Comic Illustration • Earth & Environmental Science • Chemistry Concoctions • RPi201: Connecting to the Raspberry Pi • RPi301: Beyond the Basics • Anatomy & Physiology Camp • Programmable Plush + Power Bracelets
Call For Details or Visit: http://scienceandhistory.org
SUMMER CAMPS For More Information Visit
www.huntersdance.com
252-237-3578 BROADWAY BOUND CAMP (Jeremy Tucker) JUNE 15-19 • 12-3 PM or 4-7 PM “FROZEN” DANCE CAMP & TUMBLE CAMP JUNE 15-19 • 10 AM-1 PM (Dance) or 1-4 PM (Tumble) PRETTY PRETTY PRINCESS CAMP JUNE 22-26 • 10 AM-1 PM TA DA SPA & TUMBLE CAMP JUNE 22-26 • 1 PM-4 PM GRINCH CHOREOGRAPHY CAMP AUGUST 10-14 • 4 PM-9 PM
Basketball Camp
Baseball Camp
Tennis Camp
Visual & Performing Arts Camp
Basketball Fundamentals Camp is offered in two sessions: June 15-18 and June 22-25, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon. Camp is for boys and girls age 7 to 16, excluding high school graduates. Cost is $105 per session. Basketball Shooting Camp is offered in two sessions: June 15-18 and June 2225, Monday through Thursday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Camp is for boys and girls ages 10 to 16 (excluding high school graduates). Cost is $75 per session.
Camp is June 15-18 at the Barton College Tennis Complex from 9 to 11 a.m., and 11:15 to noon for swimming for ages 5 to 11. Time for ages 12 to 17 is 9 a.m. to noon for all tennis. Cost is $100. Contact Tom Schrecengost at 399-6966 or twschrecengost@barton.edu for more information.
For information on these camps contact Coach Joshua Simmons at 234-0316 or jjsimmons@barton.edu. Day Camp is June 22-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 5-10. Cost is $125. Hitting Camp is June 22-23 from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 8 to high school senior. Cost is $75. Infield/ Outfield Camp is June 24-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 8 to high school senior. Cost is $75. Pitcher/ Catcher Camp is June 24-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 8 to high school senior. Cost is $75.
Participants will enjoy daily classes in both Visual Arts and Performing Arts taught by current Barton faculty. For ages 7-11 and 12-18. Held June 22 to July 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $300 per camper. Register at www.barton.edu/artcamp
Camp Peace The Peace Church camp includes field trips, arts and crafts, special snacks and cooking, games, technology, science experiments, fun in the water and more. Summer camp is offered to rising kindergarten through fifth-grade students. Camp begins June 1 and ends Aug. 14. You can
sign up by the week or for the entire summer. Camp cost $100 for one week (includes all activities and events). Daily participation is available for $30 per day. Call Madison Webb at 289-7131 or email madison.c.wheeler@gmail.com for more information or the list of themes.
Chosen Children’s Summer Camp Abundant Life Church Ministries presents the camp at 2965 Forest Hills Road. Camp is held from 6:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. For dates of
camp, pricing and more information call A. Gail Speight at 293-0615, Walter Hardy at 363-5564 or Theresa Baines at 363-8322.
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Community
Christian School CCS Cyclone Crazy for Christ Summer Camp 2015 is May 26-Aug. 7 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ages 5-12. Cost is $125 per week for full-time students (includes field trips, tee shirt, meals and snacks) and $140 per week if not full-time. Daily drop-in
care is available for $30 per day. There is a $50 per child non-refundable application fee. Families attending full time that have more than one child will receive a $5 discount per week for each additional child. Call 399-1376 for more information.
252-237-3302
www.toe2toedancellc.com 3475-A Airport Blvd., Wilson Toe 2 Toe Dance Camp: (ages 3-8) Dance, Crafts, Choreography, Technique & FUN! 3-5 yr olds: 11:00-2:00 June 22-26; July 20-24 6-8 yr olds: 11:00-2:00 June 22-26; July 20-24 $135 ~ Register by June 15 Jazz Intensive: (3rd grade & up) Jazz, Contemporary & Technique. All Competitive Dancers are required to attend one. 6th grade & up* June 22-26 3:00-5:30 3rd-5th grade * June 22-26 3:00-5:30 $175 ~ Register by June 15
Deans Farm Market Small Chefs / Artists in Nature Calling all cooks! Small Chefs campers will spend the week harvesting, washing, grating, peeling, chopping, mixing and tasting. Campers will become comfortable with following recipes and using kitchen utensils. s are $25 per day or $70 per week. Let’s get creative! Artists in Nature campers will take inspiration from the farm and use their imaginations to create their own natural masterpieces. Each day will
be filled with outdoor explorations and hands-on activities. Both camps are open to children in preschool through school aged children. Cost is $25 per day or $90 per week. Additional siblings are $25 per day or $70 per week. Contact Courtney at 252.205.0031 for additional information or to obtain a registration form.
Greenfield School Junior Kick
Soccer Camp
Greenfield School will be holding a summer soccer camp for rising 1st-4th graders at Forbes Field from June 8-12 from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants should bring a water bottle, ball, sunscreen and shin guards. Cost is $100 per participant. Registration forms are available at www.greenfieldschool.org. For more information, contact Coach Randol Mendoza at mendozar@greenfieldschool.org
Soccer Skills Camp
Greenfield School will be holding a soccer skills camp for rising 5th-7th graders at Forbes Field from June 22-26 from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants should bring a water bottle, ball, sunscreen and shin guards. Cost is $100 per participant. Registration forms are available at www. greenfieldschool.org. For more information, contact Coach Randol Mendoza at mendozar@greenfieldschool.org
Ballet Intensive: (3rd grade & up) Classical Ballet, Technique & Pointe (if applicable). All Competitive Dancers are required to attend at least one. 6th grade & up*July 20-24 3:00-5:30 3rd-5th grade * July 20-24 3:00-5:30 $175 ~ Register by June 15 Tap Intensive: (3rd grade and up) Tap choreography & technique. All Competitive Dancers are required to attend. 3rd-5th Grade * July 20-24 5:30-7:00 $100 ~ Register by June 15
Lyrical & Contemporary Intensive: (6th Grade & up, 3-5th grade) Learn Lyrical & Contemporary technique and choreography. All Competitive Dancers are required to attend. 6th & up: June 22-26 5:30-7:30 3rd–5th grade: June 22-26 5:30-7:30 $125 ~ Register by June 15 Mommy & Me Dance class for 2 yr old & helper. Once a week for 6 weeks. In-house recital at end of 6 weeks. Tuesdays starting June 23 at 10:30am Fridays starting June 26 at 6:30pm $55 a session Tumble Camp: Learn to tumble and gain strength & flexibility. Competitive dancers are encouraged to attend. 3-6yr olds: June 22-26:9:00-11:00am 3-6yr olds: July 20-24: 5:30-7:30pm 7-11yr olds: July 20-24:9:00-11:00am $60 ~ Register by June 15 Nutcracker auditions: Open for anyone of all dance abilities at Toe 2 Toe Dance. Ages 4 & up. May 15 4:00-6:00 & May 22 4:00-6:00 Nutcracker Camp: This is a private camp. For Nutcracker cast members only. Must have previously auditioned. August 10-14 TBA
Wilson Parks & Recreation PLAYCAMP (Ages 2-4) SPORTS CAMP (Ages 5-8 & 9-12) WILLIAMS DAYCAMP (Ages 5-12) SUMMERTIME FUN CAMP (Ages 5-12)
GOLF CAMP (Ages 5-12) GYMNASTICS CAMP (Ages 5-18)
BOWLING CAMP & BAKING WORKSHOPS Multi Child & 4 Week Discounts Available
For all camps call ...
399-2285
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Heaven’s Footprints Performing Arts For camp information call 294-8632 or register online at www.heavensfootprints.com. Frozen Camp
Camp for ages 3 to 5 will be held June 15-19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Camp for ages 6 to 8 will be held June 22-26 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $100 per session.
Princess of the King Camp
Camp is for ages 4-8 and will be held July 13-17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $100.
Lyrical
Camp for ages 7 to 11 will be held June 15-19 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Camp for ages 12 and up will be held July 27-31 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $90 per session.
Ballet
Camp for ages 6 to 8 will be held July 13-17 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $90. Camp for ages 9 to 12 will be held July 20-24 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $100. Camp for ages 13 and up will be held July 27-31 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $100.
Tap
Camp for ages 7 to 11 will be held July 13-17 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Camp for ages 12 and up will be held July 20-24 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost is $80 per session.
Step
Leaps and Turns
Praise Pop (Hip Hop)
Strength and Flexibility
Camp for ages 8 to 11 will be held June 22-26 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Camp for ages 12 and up will be held June 15-19 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost is $80 per session.
Camp for ages 7 and up will be held July 27-31 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cost is $90.
Broadway (Annie)
Camp for ages 8 and up will be held June 22-26 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $90.
Hunter’s Dance Studio For information on camps call 237-3578. Broadway
Bound Camp
Jeremy Tucker will teach this camp June 15-19 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. or 4 to 7 p.m. The class will help prepare students for acting roles.
‘Frozen’ Dance Camp
Camp is June 15-19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the popular movie as the theme. Cost is $140.
‘Frozen’ Tumble Camp
Camp is June 15-19 from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost is $125. Attend both ‘Frozen’ camps for $240.
Pretty, Pretty Princess Camp
June 22-26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $140.
Ta Da Spa Tumble Camp
Spa and tumble camp is June 22-26 from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost is $125. Attend both dance and tumble camps for $240.
‘Grinch’ Choreography Camp
Camp is Aug. 10-14 for anyone interested in performing in “The Grinch” in December. Camp is 4 to 9 p.m.
Camp for ages 8 to 11 will be held July 13-17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Camp for ages 12 and up will be held June 22-26 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost is $80 per session
Camp for ages 10 and up will be held June 15-19 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost is $80.
Nativity Ballet
Camp will be held August 10-14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Audition is required. Cost is $100.
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Imagination Station For registration information call 291-5113 or register at www.scienceandhistory.org/education/summer-camps Camps for ages 5 to 8
Camps for ages 8 to 12
illustrator Louis Small Jr., who has drawn for Marvel, DC Comics and dozens of other comic book and trading card companies since 1992. Cost is $140 for members and $165 for non-members.
boards is not required in order to take the class. Cost is $170 for class and all materials, including boards and $100 for class and all materials, excluding boards.
Baloo, Pooh, and Paddington: All About Bears
A Pirate’s Life for Me
Camps for ages 11 to 14
RPi301: Beyond the
Offered July 6-10 from 9 a.m. to noon. Campers will learn all about bears, their habitats, eating habits and how they live. Cost is $75 for members and $90 for non-members.
Moon Walkers
Offered July 6-10 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will learn all about space through the use of Starlab and Science on a Sphere. Cost is $75 for members and $90 for non-members.
Cat Scratch Fever
Programming for Kids is July 15-19 from 9 a.m. to noon. Scratch is a programming language that allows children to program and share interactive media such as stories, games and animation. Cost is $75 for members and $90 for non-members.
Camps for ages 8 to adult F iber Camp: Spinning and Weaving
Fiber Camp is July 13-17 from 9 a.m. to noon. Learn the basics and history of textile production in this hands-on adventure. Campers will learn to spin wool yarn and weave cloth. Cost is $85 for members and $100 for non-members. There is a $10 supply fee for this camp.
A Pirate’s Life for Me is July 20-24 from 9 a.m. to noon. Campers will learn about pirates through hands-on and other activities. Cost is $85 for members and $105 for non-members.
T ime Travelers
Time Travelers is June 29 to July 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will step back in time to explore North Carolina history. Cost is $185 for members and $215 for non-members.
Camps for ages 10 to 14 Summer in the Dirt
Earth & Environmental Science
Offered July 13-17 from 9 a.m. to noon. Aquatics, wild life, soils and forestry activities Most classes will be held outside. Cost is $85 for members and $100 non-members.
Chemistry Concoctions
Chemistry Concoctions is July 13-17 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will learn all about the periodic table, the scientific method, forming hypothesis, testing and lab safety. Cost is $110 for members and $120 for non-members.
Basics
RPi301: Beyond the Basics is July 20-24 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Students will code and create a “traffic light”, use stepper motors, port expanders, and logic level shifters. This class will be self-paced. Cost is $100 for members and nonmembers.
Camps for ages 12 and up Anatomy & Physiology
Offered July 27-31 from 9 a.m. to noon. Explore the world of internal organs, bone structures, and muscle tissue. Campers will be performing animal dissections. Cost is $120 for members and $150 non-members.
Summer in the Dirt is June 15-19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will learn about archaeology and paleontology. Cost is $185 for members and $215 for nonmembers.
Camps for ages 11 and up
Camps for ages 10 and up
RPi201: Connecting Bracelets Offered Aug. 3-7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to the Raspberry Pi Campers will learn about circuitry by
T he Science and History of Comic Illustration
The Science and History of Comic Illustration is July 13-17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about the history and science behind comic book illustration in this class taught by professional comic book
RPi201: Connecting to the Raspberry Pi is June 22-26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Raspberry Pi is a credit-card sized computer that was created to teach computer science and programming. Participants will learn the basics of electronics and how to connect devices to the Pi. Students will receive an electronics book and will discover how to connect devices to the Pi using two breadboard layouts and a printed circuit board with an I/O port expander. Purchase of
Programmable Plush + Power
making their very own power bracelet using conductive thread and colorful LED lights. Campers will also design their very own plush creation, using a computer component. Cost is $140 for members and $165 for non-members.
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Kiddie Kampus
Megan’s Academy of Dance
Camp activities begin June 15 and end Aug. 21. The weekly rate is $140 for all activities (skating, bowling, fitness
Dance Camp will include a time of dance instruction as well as arts, crafts and fun events. Younger dancers will grow in their knowledge of technique and dance skills. More experienced dancers will be offered more challenging master classes. Contact: 237-3625 or maofdance@yahoo.com for more information.
programs and much more), food, care and arts and crafts. Call 291-7550 for more information.
Land of Learning Camp starts June 11 and is 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $120 per week and includes field trips. Camp includes
music, crafts, sports, visitors and more. To register stop by 3424 Airport Blvd. or call 291-1990.
Save a Youth Summer Camp St. John Community Development Corporation Summer Camp is June 15 to Aug. 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Camp is $35 per week and includes meals, academic enrichment, arts and crafts, computer technology, field trips,
life skills, swimming and more. Space is limited. Call 265-9764 for more information. Applications are available online at www.stjohncdcwilson.org or at St. John CDC, 639 Walnut St.
Camp July 6-9 Camp is 1 to 4 p.m. for ages 8 and older. Cost is $100.
Camp July 13-16
Another camp July 13-16 Camp is 1 to 4 p.m. for ages 5-7. Cost is $100.
Camp July 27-31
Camp is 10 a.m. to noon and is for ages 3 and 4. Cost is $80.
Camp is 1 to 4 p.m. Summer Intensive is for ages 11 and older. Cost is $140.
Summer Camp
REGISTER NOW FOR 2015 The SPOT 21ST CCLC Program
Four Week Sessions 7:30am-5:30pm
Session #1: June 15th-July 10th Session #2: July 13th-Aug. 7th
August 10th-14th
1/2 Day Sport Camps 7:30am-12:30pm
Must have Birth Certificate, Current School Year Report Card & First Session Payment
College Jr. Warrior Combine Hunt High School May 16, 2015
910 Tarboro St. W., Wilson
9:30am-11:00am • Ages 5-12
For Details Call 252-991-4018 or ONLINE at www.thewilsonspot.org
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Studio B
All 3 hour camps will offer dance, craft, video and snack time. You’ll B amazed at what your dancer has learned in just 4 short days. Each camp will finish up with a final “Ta-daa” for the parents to B performed in the final 1/2 hour of the last day. 2-3year olds are welcome for the first hour of each 4-6 yr old camp for just $50. Discounts offered for families who register for multiple camps. Musical T heater Camp
Held at Edgecombe Community College with Roberta Cashwell, Dooley Ezzard and Ms. Trish Session l: June 15-19 Session ll: June 22-26
June 22-25
July 6-9
July 14-16
Aug.3-6
Jump Around : Jump Rope Camp
Ballet Boot Camp
Once Upon a T ime Fantasy Camp
Camp is for ages 7 and up. Learn to skip, jump, tap, clog and tumble with a rope. Challenge yourself. You’ll B amazed what you can learn to do. Camp is held from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cost is $125.
Hip Hop T ill Ya Drop Traditional Tap Taught by Ms. Trish. Held from 6 to 8 with Ms. Myranda p.m. Cost is $100. Starr Held from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $100.
June 29-July 2 Spoonful of Sugar
Camp is for ages 4-6. Celebrate everyone’s favorite nanny. Sing and dance to all of your old favorites from the movie and learn some new one’s from the popular stage production. Held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $125
Step in T ime
Camp is for ages 7 and up. Learn some of the show stopping choreography from the smash hit musical, Mary Poppins. Held from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost is $125.
Classic Country Clogging
Taught by Ms. Kim Winnet. Held from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $100.
July 13-16 National Day of Dance Training Camp
Don’t miss your chance to B a part of this nationwide phenomenon made popular by the hit T.V. show SYTYCD! Both level routines will B taught at the designated camps, rehearsed together July 23 and then performed the following day, July 24. Beginners: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Advanced: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Combined rehearsal: July 23 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Performance: July 25 Cost is $125.
Taught by Ms. Haley Cobb. Held from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $75.
July 20-23 Shrek
Come see what everyone’s talking about. Celebrate your favorite ogres and all of their fairytale friends. Learn some of your favorite dances from this Summer’s Blockbuster Musical! Held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $125.
Creative Contemporary
Taught by Ms. Meagan Culkin. Held from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $100.
Camp is for ages 4-6. Join us for fantastic adventures with all of your favorite characters. Held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $125
Showstoppers
Camp is for ages 7 and up. Learn choreography from your favorite crowd pleasing numbers from local productions of the past, present and future. Held from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost is $125.
August 10-13 Flip, Flop and Fly : Tumbling Camp
Camp is for ages 7 and up. Cheerleading season is just around the corner. Learn to perfect your favorite stunts. No matter what your current level, learn to B the best tumbler you can B! Held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $125.
Shake, Rattle ‘n Roll Camp is for ages 4-6. Sing, Dance and Tumble to some of your favorites. Held from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost is $125.
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T he SPOT Summer Camp
Sports Camp
Offered June 15-July 10 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and July 13-Aug. 7 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $200 per session. Birth certificate, current school year report card and first session payment are required to sign up. For more information call 252.991.4018 or visit www.thewilsonspot.org.
Offered Aug. 10-14 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost is $50. Birth certificate, current school year report card and payment are required to sign up. For more information call 252.991.4018 or visit www.thewilsonspot.org.
T RIO F itness Youth Athletic F itCamp
Trio’s Youth Athletic FitCamp for middle school aged boys and girls will focus on skills and conditioning for students pursu-
Camp Sunshine For Children with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities $25.00 a week
FIVE WEEK DAY CAMP
9:00 - 3:00 M-F June 15th-July 3rd • July 13th-24th
Daily activities include swimming, going to the park, arts and crafts, and singing. Weekly Field Trips. Lunch is provided. For more information call The Arc office
252-237-8266
CCS Cyclone
ing middle school athletics. Activities will focus on strength, endurance, plyometrics and flexibility training, and will give them an edge in terms of form, skill, and injury prevention. Sessions will be held June 2226, July 20-24, and August 3-7 from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $50 per session.
Summer Camp t s i r 2015 h C r fo (Ages 5-12)
May 26-August 7 • 7:00am to 6:00 pm Full Time: $125.00 per week
(includes field trips, tee shirt, meals and snacks) ($50 per child non-refundable application fee) Families attending full time that have more than one child will receive a $5 discount per week for each additional child. BIG FIELD TRIPS: Sylvan Heights Bird Park, All Star Pizza, Hill Ridge Farms, Marbles & Imax Theater, Carolina Mudcats Camp Day, Imperial Center & Museum, West Water Park, and Sunset Splash Park, and More!
CCS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE
Call 399-4812 for more information. 5160 Packhouse Rd., Wilson ccscyclones.com
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Toe 2 Toe
For camp information call 237-3302. Dance Camps
Classes for ages 3 to 5 are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 2226 and July 20-24. Classes for ages 6 to 8 are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 2226 and July 20-24. Cost is $135 per session.
Jazz Intensive
Camp for grade six and up is June 22-26 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Camp for grades three to five is June 22-26 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $175 per session.
Tap Intensive
Tumble Camp
Lyrical and Contemporary Intensive
‘Nutcracker’
Camp is for third grade and up and is July 20-24 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $100.
Camp for grades six and up is June 22-26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Camp for grades three to five is June 22-26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $125.
Mommy & Me
Ballet Intensive
Camp for sixth grade and up is July 20-24 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Camp for grades three to five is July 20-24 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $175.
Class is for 2-year-olds and a helper. Class meets once a week for six weeks. Classes are Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. starting June 23 or Fridays at 6:30 p.m. starting June 26. Cost is $55 per session.
Peace Church Wilson, NC
JUNE 1-AUGUST 14
Sign Up For 1 Week Or All Summer
Drop off starts at 7:30 am & pick up ends at 6:00 pm
$100 per week
(Due the Monday of Each Week)
DAILY RATES AVAILABLE Includes field trips, activities, and outings! $25 One-Time Registration Fee includes camp T-shirt! Call 291-1080 or e-mail madison.c.wheeler@gmail.com for more info!!
Camp for ages 3 to 6 is June 22-26 from 9 to 11 a.m. and July 20-24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; ages 7 to 11 July 20-24 from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $60 per session.
“Nutcracker” auditions are open for anyone of all dance abilities at Toe 2 Toe Dance. Ages 4 and up. Auditions are May 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. and May 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. “Nutcracker” Camp is for “Nutcracker” cast members only. Must have previously auditioned. Aug. 10-14.
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Wilson County 4-H Day Camps
4-H will be offering day camps for youth ages 5 to 19 this summer with camps running from mid June to Aug. 21. Volunteer opportunities for teens are also available. Camps include day trips and classes. A full list of classes will be available soon from wilson.ces.ncsu.edu; the office at the Wilson Ag Center, 1806 SW Goldsboro St.; 237-0113
4-H Camp
Weeklong 4-H camp is July 26-31 at Eastern 4-H Center for ages 8 to 12. Cost is $420; scholarships are available. Open for all youth. Call the local 4-H office at 237-0113 for more information.
Wilson Tobs
Camp tuition is payable to Wilson Tobs (check, cash or money order) or mail to Tobs Baseball, 300 S. Stadium St. SW., Wilson, NC 27893
All-Around Camp
All-Around Camp is June 15-19 or July 20-24. Cost is $90.
Hitting Camp
Hitting Camp is July 16-17. Cost is $85.
Wilson Police Department Wilson Family Y MCA Y Camps
Y Camps are held at the YMCA pool Clubhouse at 2229 Chelsea Drive from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $55 per week for members and $70 for non-members. Scamper Camp is for children age 3 by Dec. 31, 2014, through entering kindergarten. Must be potty-trained. Animal Mania is June 29-July 3, Rescue Heroes is July 13-17 and Splish Splash is July 27-31. Y in the Woods is for children who have completed kindergarten through second grades. Campfire Camp is June 22-26, Survivor Week is July 6-10 and Water Works is July 20-24.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics Summer Camps for ages 4 to 5 (including kindergarteners) will be held June 15-19 and August 3-7 from 3 to 5 p.m. Cost for members is $55 and $65 for non-members per session. Children in first to sixth grade attend June 29-July 3, July 13-17 or July 27-31 from 3 to 5 p.m. Cost is $55/$65.
Swim Lessons
Group swim lessons are offered in three sessions: June 2-25 on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, July 7-30 on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and July 6-16 on Monday through Thursday mornings. Cost is $35/$50 per session. Private lessons are available and will be scheduled with the swim instructor to take place Monday through Thursday mornings. Cost is $20/$30 for 30 minutes.
Teen Synrgy
This class provides teens with a great workout as they move through a series of stations on the Synrgy equipment that is designed to elevate their heart rate and challenge their muscles. Offered June 23 - Aug. 13 on Tuesdays from 7:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for non-members for the first participant. Additional participants are $15/$20.
Sports Camps The Wilson Police Department will hold several sports camps this summer including Soccer, Football and Cheerleading, Baseball with the Tobs, Youth Academy,
and Tennis. Call the Wilson Police Department at 120 N. Goldsboro St. for more information.
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Wilson Parks and Recreation You can register for these camps at the Recreation Park, Reid Street Center or online at wilsonnc.org. Play Camp
Camp is for ages 2 to 4 and is held Monday through Thursday, June 15-Aug. 21 at Wilson Recreation Park. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $70 per week for city residents and $105 for non-residents. 399-2285.
Summer T ime Fun Camp
Camp is for ages 5 to 8 and 9 to 12 and is held Monday through Friday, June 16-Aug. 14 at Wilson Recreation Park. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $80 per week for city residents and $120 for non-residents. 296-5317.
Bowling Camp
Camp is for ages 5 to 12 and is held Monday through Friday, June 15-Aug. 14 at Reid Street Center. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $50 per week for city residents and $75 for non-residents. 399-2277.
Golf Camp
Sports Camp
Camp dates have not yet been determined. Ages 5-12 can participate. Camp is from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $55 per week for city residents and $80 for nonresidents. 399-2285.
Camp is for ages 6 to 15 and is held June 15-19, July 20-24 and Aug. 1014. Hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $55 for city residents and $80 for non-residents. 399-2285.
Baking Workshops
Class is for ages 8 to 12 and is held July 18 and Aug. 22 and 29. Hours are 9 to 11 a.m. Instructor is Meagan Culkin, owner of Sweet Creations. Cost is $15 per workshop for city residents and $20 for non-residents. 399-2285.
Gymnastics Camp
Camp is June 22-26 for ages 5 to 8 and July 20-24 for ages 9 and up, and Aug. 10-14 for experienced gymnasts and tumblers ages 5 and up. Camp is held at the Wilson Recreation Park. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $65 per week for city residents and $97 for nonresidents. 399-2285.
Recre8on Paper Chasin’
Camp is for age 13 to 15 and is held Monday through Friday, June 22-26, July 13-17 and Aug. 3-7. Hours are 1 to 5 p.m. or 1 to 5 p.m. Cost is $30 for city residents and $45 for non-residents. 399-2285.
Tennis Camp
Camp is for ages 5 to 18 and is held Aug. 17-21. Hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $55 for city residents and $80 for non-residents. 399-2285.
Williams Day Camp
Camp is for ages 5 to 12 and is held Monday through Friday, June 15-Aug. 21 at Williams Day Camp on Mt. Vernon Dr. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost is $80 per week for city residents and $120 for non-residents. 399-2285.
YOUTH BASEBALL CAMPS
Historic Fleming Stadium (Boys & Girls Ages 6-13)
ALL-AROUND CAMP
June 15-19 • 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • $90 July 20-24 • 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • $90
HITTING CAMP
July 16 & 17 • 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • $85
Tuesday, June 30 • Game at Noon Activities for Kids Special Group Rates Available
Call For More Information - (252) 291-TOBS • wilsontobs.com
Visual Arts Camps - June 15-July 31 Performing Arts Camps - June 20th-Aug. 19th Classes for all ages- from elementary to high school!
Wilson 2015 Engineering Camp for Middle School Students June 22nd - 26th Rising 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Students LOCATION: Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf and Wilson Community College The NC State College of Engineering, in partnership with Wilson Community College, the Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf and the Upper Coastal Plain Learning Council, will be offering a week-long, non-residential summer day camp for middle school students (rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders). The camp will be led by area middle school teachers in partnership with The Engineering Place from NC State University. For program information refer to The Engineering Place’s website at: www.engr.ncsu.edu/theengineeringplace/summerprograms/index.php Student Applications: http://go.ncsu.edu/wilsonengineeringcamp or www.wilsoncc.edu (Deadline May 1, 2015) Additional questions? Contact Dr. Kathy Lawson (252-813-7510)