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Red Barn Camp

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BLUE STREAK SPORTS CAMPS 440-287-7644 www.bluestreakcamps.com The Blue Streak All-Sports Camp is held for boys and girls ages 4 to 13, beginning June 11 for eight consecutive weeks at Ursuline College in Pepper Pike. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. The cost is just $199 per week if your child attends camp five weeks or less, or $159 per week if he or she attends six weeks or more. Campers may attend any combination of the eight weeks. Early drop-off at 7:30 a.m. and late pickup at 5:45 p.m. are available. With a ratio of seven campers to every one staff member, the focus continues to be on safety, fun and personalized attention. Special emphasis is placed on sportsmanship, fair play, learning and skill improvement, and not on winning and losing. The camp features a flexible approach to the needs of both campers and their families. Parents with varying or rigid work schedules will find an accommodating staff eager to please under any circumstance. Blue Streak will also conduct the Austin Carr Basketball Camps and Jason Kipnis Baseball Camp at various local locations. Both camps are for both boys and girls and feature outstanding instruction as well as plenty of autographs and fun!!

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For more information on any of these camps, please call 440-287-7644 or check out bluestreakcamps.com. CAMP ASBURY Rev. William Graham, Director 330-569-3171 www.campasbury.org info@campasbury.cor Let Your Light Shine is Camp Asburys theme for summer 2012. Campers and staff will sing about light, worship the light of the world, decorate camp with light, explore the sun, moon and stars, and kindle an inner light. Resident camp is a great place to experience both darkness and light. Many of Camp Asburys most memorable experi-

ences are light-filled: a colorful sunset from Communion Hill, the dancing flames of a campfire, the shimmer of the Milky Way, shadows cast by moonlight, lightning streaking across the night sky, Its darkness that reveals light. On a dark night the more brilliant the stars shine; the more appealing a campfire glows; the more dazzling the fireflies flicker. Camp Asbury shapes the whole person by connecting with nature, engaging in daily Bible study, and living together in small-group community. Camp Asburys beautiful 450-acre site is a spiritual place staffed by counselors who are well trained and excellent role models. Camp Asbury offers: Resident camp for grades 1-12 in seven one-week sessions (June 10-July 27) and day camp for grades 1-6 in seven one-week sessions (June 11July 27). For program information visit www.campasbury.org Register online or contact Rev. William Graham, Director, at 330-569-3171 or info@campasbury.org. Camp Asbury, located within a onehour drive of greater Cleveland, Akron, and Youngstown, in northern Portage County, operates as a ministry of the United Methodist Church. Campers from all Christian communions and campers with no church connection are invited to participate.

GEIGERS SKI & SPORT HAUS Chagrin Shopping Plaza (440) 247-4900 shopgeigers.com Even though we are still in the midst of lots of snow, summer is just around the corner. This means it is time to start thinking about summer activities for you and your children. Geigers Ski and Sport Haus is thinking ahead and planning for those summer outdoor activities. Chris Newman, former owner of Newman Outfitters, brings his many years of outdoor and camping experience to provide an excellent selection of outdoor gear and the best advice in town! Chris and his staff are available to help you choose the best gear, answer all your questions and get your family ready for the best summer of their lives. Geigers has a great selection of backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, duffles. They also carry a wide selection of compasses, knives, gloves and socks. And dont forget the long underwear for those chilly summer nights. You will find the best brands at Geigers including Patagonia, The North Face, Marmot, Smartwool, Osprey, Mountainsmith. Plus Keen, Chaco, Merrell, Asolo, Vasque, Salomon, and Lowa footwear and more. Give us a call, set aside some time, plan to come and see!

Camp Director, Mike Sladden 585.249.0716 www.camppathfinder.com

23 Year Anniversary Membership Drive

REGISTER BETWEEN NOW AND JUNE 1, 2012 AND BE ENTERED IN A DRAWING TO WIN SIX MONTHS OF FREE DAY CARE, WHICH WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, JUNE 3, 2012. REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE DONATED TO THE BAINBRIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT K-9 FUND For more information call 440-543-2582 Infants Toddlers Preschoolers School Age Summer Camp Call 440-543-2582 and ask for Maria, Judy or Kandace.

Summer Camp Rates

$165.00 FOR A FULL WEEK KINDERGARTEN-6TH GRADERS

Part-Time Rates
4 DAYS $145.00 3 DAYS $125.00

Includes Breakfast, Nutritious Hot Lunches and Snacks Most field trips included Call for infant, toddler, preschool rates COME ENJOY ALL OF THESE FUN SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT KIDS CLUB:
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HEALTHY MEALS & SNACKS NEW FITNESS & NUTRITION PROGRAM SAFE LOCATION YOUR CHILDS HOME AWAY FROM HOME

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Swimming Canoeing Kayaking Wilderness Trips Ropes Survival Sailing Archery Mountain Biking Arts/Crafts Native Lore Wood Skills Ecology

Camp Pathfinder Source Lake, Algonquin Park

Since 1914, A Classic Canoe Tripping Summer Camp for Boys, ages 7-16
Traditional camp program, with 1:2-counselor camper ratio. Friendships and experiences for life.

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ACADEMIC FUN & FITNESS CAMP The Unschool Camp Held at Lakeland Community College, Kirtland, OH Contact: Carole Richards, Executive Director Creative Education Institute 120 North Main Street Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 440-914-0200 E-mail: caroler@unschoolcamp.org Website: www.unschoolcamp.org This unusual unschool camp combines fun and socialization with basic academic skills and creates an awareness of the arts and sciences. It serves the unique needs of children with learning differences. The purpose of the camp is learning and building self-confidence while having fun and socializing. Campers ages 6 to 18 participate in the many camp activities. The Teen Leader group includes campers ages 14 to 18 that are ready for more responsibility. Academic Fun & Fitness Camp campers learn systematic reading and math. Afternoons include theater arts, science, poetry, sports and social activities. The specially-trained and experienced counselors understand the needs of children with learning differences. Lunch and before-and-after camp care included for full day campers. Teen Leadership campers are provided with academics at their skill levels in addition to leadership, life, and social skills programming. Trained counselors work with the teens to develop the leadership skills to work together as a group and as individual leaders. Teen Leaders lead young campers by planning and leading weekly recreation and other activities. Camp provides teens with a fun, stimulating, and safe environment to expand minds, physical ability, creativity, independence, self-confidence and social skills. Camp is held from June 11 to July 20. The camp is for children with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Aspergers Syndrome, CD, SLD, TBI, MD, and others. The fee for all day camp is $2,200 half day camp is $1,200. Partial scholarships are available and the camp qualifies for Autism Scholarship Program funding. Camper to staff ratio is 5:1. More information is available at www.unschoolcamp.org. To apply, call 440-914-0200 or email Carole Richards, caroler@unschoolcamp.org.

ADVENTURE CAMP AT WESTERN RESERVE Brad Pethel, Director of Summer Programs 115 College Street, Hudson, OH 44236 330-650-9715 summerprograms@wra.net www.wra.net/adventurecamp Our round-trip camp shuttle is available from Cuyahoga Countys Solon Public Library to camp in Hudson. Adventure Camp at Western Reserve Academy has just about everything for campers 8-14 years old. Campers express themselves, explore their world, discover new interests, make new friends, and try new things that allow them to broaden their horizons. New campers are amazed at the number of activities they experience in one week. There are six weekly sessions of Adventure Camp. Each day runs from 7:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. and includes breakfast and lunch. During each session, every camper will do the following: choose two Enriching Adventures, pick one Sporting Adventure, mountain bike through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, kayak one of the most beautiful waterways in Northeast Ohio, participate in traditional camp favorites, and have the opportunity to experience an optional overnight stay on WRAs campus. Although everybody knows what will happen during the course of a week, each day is a surprise. The daily schedule is revealed as the day unfolds so campers enjoy the activity of the moment instead of getting lost in tomorrows adventures. In addition to Adventure Camp, WRA also offers exciting one and two-week enrichment programs for students grades 5-12 (August 2012). Courses focus on a variety of areas including acting, arts, cooking, digital photography, foreign language, music, science, writing, and video editing. When it comes to summer fun and enrichment, look no further than Western Reserve Academys Summer Programs. Additional information and early enrollment discounts are available online at www.wra.net/summerprograms.

WEST GEAUGA RECREATIONAL COUNCIL

DAY CAMP

Crafts - Cookouts - Playground - Surprises!

**Other Programs Offered This Summer By WGRC Include: Swimming Lessons, Flag Football, Tennis and Volleyball

For more information and to register, visit www.wgrc.org Online Registration Begins In April

SOFTBALL BATTING CAGES BASEBALL/LACROSSE PRACTICE FIELD SOCCER CAGE MINIATURE

3/4 ACRE INDOOR DRIVING RANGE 6 BASEBALL/

SPORTS, MIGHTY MITES, GOLF, LACROSSE

Day & Full Day Full Day Camp Discount Lunch Program Available Golf Camps In Dome & On Course Weekly Sign-Up
5th YEAR OF OUR LACROSSE CAMP

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27th ANNUAL
June 11 - August 3

8198 E. Washington St.

www.thegolfdome.com (Behind Chagrin Cinema)

440-543-1211

Blue Streak Volleyball Camp Austin Carr Basketball Camps Jason Kipnis Baseball Camp

ALSO ASK ABOUT OUR

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West Geauga Recreation Council

Kindergarten - 5th Grade and Middle School Camp 6th-8th Grade Hours: 9:00-3:00 Monday-Friday
Five Two-Week Long Sessions, June 11th thru Aug. 17th Extended Care 7-9 am and 3-6 pm Located Next to West Geauga Middle School Activities Include: Swimming in Heated Pool

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CAMP INVENTION A program of Invent Now, Inc. 800-968-4332 www.campinvention.org Invent Now is excited to announce that the Camp Invention ENVISION program featuring all new activities is returning to area schools this summer. This exciting, weeklong adventure in creativity immerses children in imaginative play that reinforces and supplements school-year learning in the subjects of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Children work together to seek innovative solutions to real-world problems and sharpen critical 21st century learning skills such as teamwork and creative problem solving as they rotate through four modules each day that disguise learning as fun. In the Inventeureka module, children will venture on the Ci6000 Space Modulator Time Machine for a fantasy adventure. Children will build their own inventions and learn to adapt certain features for various situations. Participants spend their time navigating an island via upcycled ships and learning the power of combining magnetism and electricity during the Magnetropolis module. In the I Can Invent: Balloon Burst module, children will design balloon bursting machines, while learning the importance of gears, motors, springs, and magnets. Finally, in the Action and Adventure Games module, a participant favorite, children will combine physical activity and creativity during fun, energetic games. Games are based on childrens ages and

ability. Local educators will facilitate program modules, and enthusiastic high school and college students will serve as Leadership Interns - ensuring that one staff member is in place for every eight children. Every registration includes a free Camp Invention t-shirt. Visit www.campinvention.org or call 800-968-4332 to reserve your childs spot today. Availability is limited!

CREATIVE PLAYROOMS MONTESSORI & CHILD CARE CENTERS Solon Creative Playrooms Montessori & Child Care Center 32800 Solon Road, Solon, Ohio 440-248-3100 Its not too early to start thinking about summer ... the summer camp program at the 6 Creative Playrooms Montessori and Child Care Centers lets children grow physically, emotionally, socially and psychologically. A full day program that offers a comprehensive curriculum for ages 4-11, the Creative Playrooms summer camp calendar runs from the start of summer vacation in June and ends when school commences in August. Children will take part in activities including computer, cooking, art, music, science, sports, crafts, swimming in our on-site pools, and field trips such as the zoo, laser tag, and museums to name a few. Our cooks prepare breakfast, lunch and

snacks every day (Monday-Friday). On the days away from the center, we will have cookouts and picnics at area parks. Creative Playrooms is a local, familyowned and operated business for 44 years. Our Solon location was awarded the 2008 Business of the Year by the Solon Chamber of Commerce. Joan Wenk, M.S. Ed., President was also the recipient of the 2009 Small Business Administration Entrepreneurial Success Award. In addition to our summer camp, we offer daily care for younger children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. Dont miss out on all the fun. Call now to reserve your spot. (See ad). Check out our website, www.creativeplayrooms.com.

CAMP PATHFINDER Est. 1914 Source Lake, Algonquin Park ON www.camppathfinder.com Since 1914, Camp Pathfinder has offered boys the finest residential summer camp experience. Located on Pathfinder Island, Source Lake, in the heart of worldfamous Algonquin Park, Ontario, Pathfinder is all about exciting sports and wilderness canoe trips. The camps owners, Glenn Arthurs and Mike Sladden, attended Pathfinder themselves as boys and counselors. Today, they continue the traditions that attract families from 15 states in the U.S., 4 Canadian provinces and 7 overseas countries. At Pathfinder, we live in a close community of friendship and adventure, said

Sladden, who serves as the camp director. Our campers discover the rewards of being in a spectacular natural setting. Were beautifully rustic, without distractions from phones, computers and iPods. The camp thrives on the Pathfinder traditions of teamwork and leadership. And, campers love our adventure activities. Pathfinder offers Red Cross swimming, ecology, ropes course, canoeing, kayaking, trail and mountain biking, sailing, archery, woods and survival skills, arts, and athletics. Trippers in Pathfinders trademark red wood-canvas canoes cruise the 3,000 square miles of Algonquin. Older boys venture down wild rivers across Ontario and Quebec. Trips range from two days to 25 days, including Temagami, Kipawa, Lake Superior, Western Ontario, Quebec, and rivers to James Bay. Sladden says the expert, highly trained staff of 70 counselors provide a crucial 1:2 ratio that ensures individual attention for every boy. The staff is developed from the camper ranks through multi-year apprenticeships. Chosen for their skills and personality, Pathfinder counselors guide and encourage the next generation. Only 100 boys ages 7-16 are accommodated in each session. Standard Pathfinder sessions are 3 1/2-weeks and 7 weeks for ages 8-16. A special 1-week session is available for new boys ages 7-8. An excellent 2-week session is conducted several times each summer for first-time boys ages 8-12. Accredited by the Ontario Camping Association, member Canadian Camps Association.

Solon Jewish Preschool

Step Up To Quality Award Winner

JUNE 18 - JULY 27
Funtastic Fours Ages 4-5 Thrilling Threes Ages 3-4 Tiny Twos Ages 2-3 Toddling Tots Ages: 22-30 Mos.
(together with Mom)

Day Camp: Grades 1-6 Resident Camp: Grades 1-12

Since 1957, forming Christian faith through outdoor adventure. Co-ed, small group, week-long sessions on beautiful 450 acre site.
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Mommy & Me Ages 12 - 24 Mos.

Choice of 2-5 Mornings Variety of Mom & Me Classes Air Conditioned Classrooms Outdoor & Water Activities Mystery Guests Weekly Shabbat Party For Further Information, call Moira Levinsohn
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www.solonjewishpreschool.com

(ITS NOT TOO EARLY TO START PLANNING)

Ages 4-12 Years Monday-Friday 6:00am-6:30pm
Field Trips Onsite Pools Computers Art Music Sports & Olympics Science Projects Breakfast, Hot Lunch & Snacks Included Electronic Security System

Adult Staff Not Kids Watching Kids

CREATIVE PLAYROOMS MONTESSORI & CHILD CARE CENTER

32800 Solon Road (440) 248-3100

INQUIRE ABOUT CHILD CARE FOR AGES 3 AND UNDER

www.creativeplayrooms.com

Weekly and monthly enrollment available

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EXCEL & EXPLORE SUMMER DAY CAMP 7060 Woodland Avenue Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 440-247-6030 Ask about camp scholarships! Talk about fun, elementary Students Excel & Explore in the summer of 2012. Fun is what happens on and off site during the Excel & Explore Summer Day Camp has two very important goals. To have fun while Exploring and to Excel academically. In addition. it provides breakfast and lunch through the Ohio Department of Education. Families on a limited income can request special payment plans or make special arrangements. The campers from Excel & Explore visit many other surrounding camps, parks and recreation centers. The camp has visited the Geauga YMCA, Lake Farm Parks, and Lake in the Woods Horseback riding camp. Campers also take part in art and music adventures through Young Audiences, The Rainey Institute and other special instructors. Each summer new activities are added, and some activities are just so much fun we just have to repeat. This gives each student a variety of activities and surroundings in which to Explore! Then, this special summer camp is set up to Excel-erate reading and math levels while having fun and sharing experiences. This special curriculum is prepared by Kenston teachers and staff from the Excel & Explore Program. By spending the first part of the day on new ways to experience math and reading, the students will either retain the same reading level or increase to higher levels during this seven-week program over the summer. There has also been an additional off-site science camp, where students learn about the environment. Its all about balance. Join us, lets Excel and Explore with friends from the Kenston School District!

CHAGRIN VALLEY FARMS 9250 Washington Street Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 440-543-7233 www.ChagrinValleyFarms.com Chagrin Valley Farms offers a great way to enjoy summer combining the physical exercise of riding and caring for horses with the mental challenge of competing in a horse show and the fun of meeting new friends. Give your child a great summer experience by registering for summer horseback riding camp at Chagrin Valley Farms in Bainbridge. Summer campers, ages 4 and up, will enjoy riding lessons on quality horses, horse care instruction from experienced adult instructors and an exceptional equestrian facility. Chagrin Valley Farms supervised program is structured in half-day or full-day sessions for one or more weeks running from June through August. Beginner riders will learn basic riding skills, horsemanship, horse care and barn safety, while more advanced students will have a chance to polish their equitation and horsemanship skills. During the week, students will also bathe a horse, bond with other horse-loving kids and learn about the world of horses. Each Friday during camp, riders can invite friends and family to watch them perform and demonstrate their newly acquired horsemanship skills in a fun horse show and grooming contest. Children take home treasured prize ribbons and wonderful camp memories from an active and fun-filled week. Recognized as one of the finest riding lesson facilities in the area since 1982, Chagrin Valley Farms is the leader in riding instruction. The farm features two indoor riding arenas with a spectacular viewing area for friends and family, outdoor riding rings, a polo field, pastures, trails and large stables.

THE CLEVELAND RACQUET CLUB Junior Summer Tennis Camp 29825 Chagrin Blvd. Pepper Pike, OH 44124 216-831-2155 ext. 3 Email: olivia@clevelandracquet.com Website: www.clevelandracquet.com Radu Bartan Junior Tennis Director CRC is gearing up for another summer of its very popular Junior Summer Tennis Camp. Designed for all ages (4-18) and all abilities (Beginner to High Performance), children are divided into ability groups for each skill set. Campers rotate thru drilling, live ball games, match play and conditioning. Juniors are sure to come away with improved skills and understanding of the game of tennis. CRC offers 10 weekly sessions beginning June 4th thru August 10th. Silver and Gold Group campers attend from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Tournament players/High Performance group from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. CRC Summer Tennis camps are taught by experienced coaches. CRC Junior Tennis Director, Radu Bartan brings 16 years of experience to the camp and heads up a staff of full time USPTA Professionals as well as Collegiate and High School standouts. The program philosophy is to help each child understand all aspects of tennis as a sport, including the invaluable life lessons that it teaches. Each child is an individual and is treated like one. For kids ages 10 and under, we will continue teaching USTA approved QuickStart Tennis using smaller courts and nets, lighter racquets and slower moving balls to allow children to enjoy the thrill of playing tennis at an earlier age. After Camp Swim: Cool off and hang out with friends at CRCs outdoor pool from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for an additional fee. For more information or camp sign-up, download an application at www.clevelandracquet.com or call Olivia at 216-8312155 ext. 3 and an application will be mailed to you.

FIELDSTONE FARM THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER P.O. Box 23129 (mail only) 16497 Snyder Road Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 440-708-0013 Fax: 440-708-0029 www.fieldstonefarmtrc.com Executive Director: Lynnette Stuart Development Director: Maureen Foster PR/Events Specialist: Nancy Markle Through the magic of horses you can give your child memories to last a lifetime at one of our theme summer camps. Campers will enjoy daily riding or carriage driving lessons, arts and crafts, exciting demonstrations and hands-on-horse play. Our fun-filled camps celebrate personal strengths, horses and horse time are highly prized and lasting friendships are fostered. Camp is fully integrated and open to campers of all abilities to maximize the experience for everyone. This year we are pleased to offer a unique range of camps for various age groups from pre K - Grade 12. Each week has a different horse-related theme that well explore with great enthusiasm. Be sure to sign up for more than one week! Choose from Hot!Hot!Hot!, which includes riding, fishing in the pond, water relays and more water fun or Driving Me Crazy where campers will learn to drive a carriage, just to name a few. Fieldstone Farm is located just outside Chagrin Falls on Snyder Road. Call 440708-0013 or visit www.fieldstonefarmtrc.com for more information on summer camp and other year round programs.

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FITGIRL SUMMER CAMP 2012 Solon, Ohio Girls ages 5-12, June 18-22 Now in our 6th year FitGirl was designed to empower girls by effectively teaching take away tools that develop personal responsibility for a healthy lifestyle! FitGirl Camp features time-tested, original ideas that maximize participation and involvement! Every girl fits at FitGirl! Certified teachers and trained specialists rotate small groups during actionpacked educational games that show girls a variety of activities that are lifelong and rewarding! Dieticians offer resources such as lunch links and healthy meals for everyone to try and share! Lunch and Learn Concepts are built right into the fun during snactivities. Campers bring a packed lunch, snack, and beverage daily. FitGirl provides a safe environment where girls are taught important skills through team building activities. Special guest speakers inspire and motivate girls to overcome setbacks which leads to success! We believe the higher a girls selfesteem is, the more likely they are to protect and care about their health! FitGirl offers fresh, updated lesson content that is better, faster and smarter than typical canned curriculums. Founder and President Leah Lambert Dustin is committed to preparing girls to live phys-

ically active lives for the 21st Century! Games that eliminate the weakest person are counterproductive and turns off kids who need activity the most. FitGirl Camp continues growing a Culture of Wellness by empowering girls to move, learn and most importantly, have fun! FitKits include: backpack, pen, pedometer, tee shirt, jump rope resistance band and winners manual. Register and reserve your spot online at www.fitgirlcamp.com or call 216-4961244. FLYING HORSE FARMS 5260 State Route 95 Mt. Gilead, OH 43338 614-505-6161 www.flyinghorsefarms.org Flying Horse Farms provides magical, transformative camp experiences for children with serious illnesses. Located just outside of Mt. Gilead, Ohio, Flying Horse Farms hosts hundreds of children and families each year free of charge. The children who benefit from our camp are ages 8 to 15 and have medical conditions including arthritis, asthma, cancer, sickle cell disease and bleeding disorders, gastrointestinal disease, heart disease, and kidney disease. For a weekend or week at a time, being sick takes a backseat to being a kid. And

fun is priority number one. Campers participate in activities like swimming, boating, fishing, archery, and arts and crafts. Campers also receive constant supervision and critical medical services at our 24-7, onsite health center, staffed by medical professionals from childrens hospitals across Ohio, and beyond. Flying Horse Farms is the first Midwest camp to become a member of the Association of Hole in the Wall camps. Founded in 1988 by actor, philanthropist, and Ohio native, Paul Newman, the association has served more than 337,000 children and families from five continents and over 50 countries. We host both family camp weekends and residential camp weeks. Our 2012 camp schedule is listed at www.flyinghorsefarms.org. GILMOUR DAY CAMPS 34001 Cedar Road Gates Mills, OH 44040 440-684-4580 www.gilmour.org An action-filled summer awaits you at Gilmour Camps! From sports to film production, baking to drama, digital music to jewelry making and comic book design, Gilmour Camps have something for everyone! The facilities on campus are second to none with a state-of-the-art natatorium

featuring an 8-lane pool and a learning pool for younger swimmers plus two NHLsize ice rinks and playing fields for all sports. Our Preschool Camp will delight children ages 3-5 as they celebrate our great state of Ohio and all that it has to offer. Campers will find excitement and educational adventure through changing weekly Ohio themes that will have them dancing, interacting with animals, rocking out to music and parading through Ohio Parks. They will thrive through extensive physical activity: tennis, tae kwon do and swimming! Day and weekly camps offer opportunities and excursions for ages 5-14. Whether you are looking for sports, arts or entertainment the day camp is for your child! Campers will learn to skate in our hockey rinks; bat a home run, and master basketball and soccer. Gilmours 144-acre campus is perfect for picnics and games where weekly and half-day campers will learn film production and digital music making, make jewelry, perform a dramatic role, create masterpieces in the kitchen, design a comic book and become a Lego engineer! Sports and Hockey Camps for ages 4-18 will provide a positive and enthusiastic environment for campers to build confidence and develop their skills. Find out about Gilmours before- and after-camp care programs. For information about our camps call 440-684-4580 or visit us at www.gilmour.org.

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CHAGRIN VALLEY ATHLETIC CLUB SPORTS AND JUNIOR CAMPS Bainbridge, OH 44023 440-543-5141 www.cvaclub.com Our goal is to have weekly day camps that are fun something the kids will beg to come back to. CVAC Sports Camp provides the atmosphere, a wonderful facility and fun-loving staff that makes this happen. CVAC camp has extensive indoor and outdoor facilities, 2 1/2 -acre beach-lined lake, 10 outdoor and nine indoor tennis courts, Olympic indoor pool, playground and extensive fitness center. Fun sports and adventure guaranteed, rain or shine. Mornings are full of non-competitive games and good ol summertime fun like capture the flag, dodge ball, soccer, tennis and more! Afternoons are spent outdoors in and around our beach-lined lake. Kids can make sand castles, swim, or play on the playground. Fun fitness activities like a hike in our woods foster a healthy attitude toward physical fitness. Lifeguards test each camper to determine their swim level and counselors teach water safety awareness. Lunch is included for all day campers. The best part is the children learn and grow at the same time. Sports Camp hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with before- and after-care available from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Junior Camp (ages 4 to 6) offers two camps: Fun and Games Camp, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Swim Camp, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. All Camps are Monday through Friday and weekly sessions are available June through August. Group rates and multiple-week discounts are available. For more information, call 440543-5141, ext. 108. THE GODDARD SCHOOL Summer Fun and Learning 16706 Chillicothe Road Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 440- 543-2889 goddardchagrin@earlylearnerllc.com Directors: Paige Tubbs and Becky Gellott Its a summer full of fun and learning at The Goddard School in Chagrin Falls. Our friends ages 3 to 9 years old enjoy oodles of fun while learning in our safe and nurturing state-of-the-art environment. Our dedicated teachers and exciting visitors encourage exploration and learning as our friends participate in visits from magicians, a Jungle Safari, and The Bubble Lady. Our Goddard friends enjoy interactive classes with our physical fitness instructors including tennis, soccer, rock wall climbing, and a Korean martial arts session with Kuk Sul Do. Field trips for our friends ages 5 and older are included. Our friends also enjoy gathering outdoors for summer cookout picnics, and every Friday is Splash Day here at The Goddard

School. New this year for school-age campers ... mini camps with themes including Crazy Mixed Up Science, Bon Appetit Cooking, Make That! Art Exploration, and Back-toSchool Boot Camp. These specialty weeklong camps are available for select weeks June 18 - Aug. 10. Please contact our directors at 440-5432889 for registration information and a detailed schedule of events. The Goddard School Chagrin Falls Summer Camp operates June 11 through August 17 and includes flexible weekly scheduling options and extended camp hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Exceptional learning programs are also available for young campers ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Register before April 1, 2012 to receive a camp tuition discount. We look forward to seeing you this summer. THE GOLF DOME 8198 East Washington Street Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 440-543-1211 www.thegolfdome.com Contact: David Herr Boys and girls ages 5-13 have fun and learn the fundamentals of different sports at the Golf Domes premier entertainment complex. The facilities include an indoor driving range, batting cages, practice field, soccer cage, miniature golf and outdoor golf short game area. Campers can choose from a variety of different half-day or fullday camps including: all sports, Mighty Mites, golf, and lacrosse. Our flexible sign up policy lets campers sign up by the week. The Full Day Camp Bonus allows campers to combine half-day camps to create a full-day camp. All Golf Dome camps provide personalized instruction with a maximum of six campers per instructor and a limit of 18 campers per camp. Our Counselors lead campers in a series of fun drills and organized play situations that emphasize fun and sportsmanship. Our Lacrosse camp teaches the basic fundamentals of the fastest growing sport in our area. Our Sports camp is a fun combination of golf, baseball, soccer, basketball and more. Mighty Mites Sports camp is designed specifically for 5- and 6-year-olds. All the games and activities focus on hand-eye co-ordination, balance and agility. Our Golf Camps are for all levels of golfers, and are divided into novice, intermediate and cub camp. Novice and individual camps feature instruction and drills at the Dome followed by on-course play at Tanglewood National Golf Club. Our Tiger Cubs Golf Camp is specifically designed for our 5- and 6-year-old aspiring golfers and focuses on learning the basic fundamentals. Registration is now being accepted for all of our camps, call 440-543-1211.

For boys ages 7-12

For girls 8-12 Daily horseback riding lessons!

www.redoakcamp.org
What are you doing this summer?
Please come to an OPEN HOUSE from 12 to 3 pm on March 18, April 14 and May 6.
Girls, Visit Before March 31 and Register for a Free Riding Lesson. (Limit 15)

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Summer camp programs for boys and girls ages 7 to 15 Spring and fall riding lessons Email: redoakcamp@redoakcamp.org Phone 440-256-0716

Strike Force Summer Skills Camps

We will focus on hitting, throwing, catching, fielding, pitching, base running and performance training!
ALL CAMPS AT LIBERTY PARK IN TWINSBURG 9:00A.M. TO 12:00P.M.

Cost $125 per Session Non Members Cost $100 per Session Members
Instructors Include: Rich Conklin, Thomas Pfuas, Casey Wilson, Brian Chad, Brad Martin, Ken Wilson www.StrikeForce-Baseball.com
6565 Davis Industrial Parkway Suite U Solon, Ohio 44139 440-248-HITS (4487)
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GREAT SUMMER SCIENCE DAY CAMPS Presented by Great Lakes Science Center At Laurel School 216-694-2000 www.GreatScience.com Great Lakes Science Center will once again bring its Great Summer Science Day Camps to Laurel School beginning June 11. Geared toward children in grades K-8, these week-long camps offer scientific exploration and plenty of hands-on fun. Camp content is designed according to age level to ensure a high quality experience, with 25 different camp themes from which to choose. The littlest campers in grades K-1 can learn about reptiles, amphibians and mammals in Claws, Paws and Jaws; learn how boats float in Pirate Adventure; build objects that fly, spin and wobble in Gadgets and Gizmos and more. Second and third graders can practice their building skills with LEGO: Ultimate Builder; make lip balm, nail polish and bath fizzes in Girls Only: Science That Sparkles; create and test potions with Wizard Science and more. Fourth and fifth graders can examine the anatomy of fish and amphibians in Dissection Discovery; discover the biology and chemistry behind belches, boogers and blisters in Gross Out; learn practical and fun skills in Survival Science and more. Sixth, seventh and eighth graders can challenge popular myths in Busted! Myth Meets Science; explore hurricanes, blizzards and tornadoes in Wicked Weather; experiment with tasty kitchen chemistry in Edible Science and more. Great Lakes Science Centers summer camps at Laurel School run June 11 - Aug. 3. Summer camps will also be offered at the Science Centers downtown location June 11 - Aug. 17. For camp details and registration, visit GreatScience.com. HAWKEN SUMMER PROGRAMS Gates Mills and Lyndhurst 440-423-2940 www.hawken.edu/summer Theres something for everyone at Hawken Summer Programs. Hawken Day Camps, established in 1929, have a long history of providing some of the best summer enrichment opportunities in Greater Cleveland. Children both young and old can choose from a variety of exciting, wholesome and challenging activities led by experienced professional educators and coaches. While your child is enjoying his or her summer experience, youll take comfort knowing

that he or she will be in a safe, nurturing environment and provided with daily hot lunches. Optional transportation and preand after-care services are available. Passport Camps offer children of all ages unique one- or two-week opportunities to explore, create, learn, and have fun. These camps are specifically designed to foster imagination and curiosity while developing new skills. Children looking for a variety of experiences over the course of the summer can piece together a full summer of fun tailored to their interests or simply enjoy the excitement of a one-week adventure. In addition to daily activities, full-day campers enjoy hot, well-balanced lunches. Hawken Summer Studies is a six-week summer program of credit, review, preview and enrichment classes for students entering grades 6-12. Classes will be held at Hawkens Upper School campus in Gates Mills, with offerings in mathematics, writing, reading, Spanish, academic competition and health studies. The Summer Studies program is open to students from both public and private schools. Come join the fun! Camps run at varying intervals between June 4 and August 10. For more information, contact summerprograms@hawken.edu, 440-4232940, or visit www.hawken.edu/summer. HERSHEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL 10229 Prouty Road Concord Twp. OH 44077 440-357-0918 www.Hershey-Montessori.org Hershey Montessori School offers summer camps for children ages 1 to 12 on our 13-acre Concord Campus which includes the Holden-Mastin Land Lab, interpretive trails, a pond and a variety of habitats, as well as gardens and a barn that houses chickens. Hersheys Young Child Community (1 and 2 year-olds) and Primary (3-6 yearolds) camps run from 9 a.m. to noon, with morning and after care options available. Campers may sign up for one to eight weeks. The Young Child Community Camp will offer art work, movement, play, music and language which will be integrated in an even flow of indoor and outdoor time. Planting and caring for the vegetables and flowers outside will also be part of the daily work. Whole and nutritious food preparation will reflect the harvest of the season. The Primary campers will enjoy hikes through the woods, visits to the pond and work in the gardens. Their days will also

include crafts, drama, and music, gardening and preparing healthy snacks. Discovery in nature will touch upon natural science experiences but also discovery of the childs own creativity. With a focus on arts and sciences and an emphasis on being outside, Hersheys Elementary camp offers a wide range of outdoor experiences. Elementary students will be able to choose from classes in the visual arts, natural sciences, drama, sports and academics. They will also spend time at our farm campus in Huntsburg learning about environmental sciences. This camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with morning and after care options available, in two 2week sessions. Contact Hersheys admissions office at 440-357-0918 or kbeech@hershey-montessori.org. HIRAM HOUSE CAMP Ohios Oldest Camp - Enriching the Lives of Children Since 1896 33775 Hiram Trail Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 216-831-5045, www.hiramhousecamp.org. Join us for summer fun at Hiram House Summer Camp for boys and girls! Enjoy hands-on outdoor adventures, open new horizons and create great memories that last a lifetime, all amid 172 wooded acres in Ohios scenic Chagrin Valley. Camps include: Junior Day Camp, June 11 to July 27, ages 5-6; Day Camp, June 11 to July 27, ages 6-11; Overnight Camp, June 10 to July 20, ages 6-14. Horseback Riding and Adventure Camp, July 30 to August 3 and August 6 to 10, ages 7-14. Two- and one-week sessions are available for Summer Day and Junior Day Camps. One-week sessions are offered for Summer Overnight Camp and Horseback Riding & Adventure Camp. Summer campers participate in a variety of exciting activities weekly, including swimming, archery, boating, fishing, hiking, exploring, orienteering and outdoor skills, challenge, team-building, crafts, wildlife and environmental studies, performing arts and theme days. New for 2012 a High Ropes course has been added to our Team-building & Adventure program. Summer campers will use high ropes, low ropes or climbing tower, depending upon their age group. (These facilities are also available to adult and youth groups for team-building programs and retreats.) The Alpine Climbing Tower and Western Horseback Riding are also included in all day and overnight camp sessions. The farmstead and garden, featuring baby

farm animals, are also included for all day, junior day and overnight campers. Our newly-built farmstead barn will be open this season. The popular Horseback Riding & Adventure Camp will be offered at our Double H Ranch Riding Center. In addition to daily horseback riding lessons, a different interactive activity is featured each day. Register now for best selection! Enrollment is on a first-come basis. All 2012 enrollments include preferred preregistration for next year as well. New this year, register and pay online by credit card. For more information, call 216-8315045 or visit hiramhousecamp.org. THE KIDS CLUB, INC. Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 440-543-2582 Open 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The very best in child-care and preschool can be found at The Kids Club Inc., where owner Judy Wervey and administrator Maria Savransky, a mother-daughter team, are dedicated to meeting the total needs of each individual child with kindness and encouragement. The Kids Club Inc. was created to offer parents and children a very unique program. They take pride in meeting your personal needs and offer the best in training and guidance for your child away from home. They guide your child with a positive approach to develop self-confidence and respect for each other. The philosophy of The Kids Club, Inc. is that all children must be respected and accepted for who they are. A happy child develops through positive attitudes from those individuals around him or her. A child should be allowed to develop with the freedom of expression with parents and teachers setting guidelines to cultivate intellectual, physical and emotional growth. Security is established by consistency, routine, compassion, understanding and respect. Children learn how to socialize and play independently. The goal of The Kids Club Inc. is to educate them in these appropriate behaviors and respond with praise, respect and love. The child-care program includes preschool, an educational enrichment program, hot lunches and breakfast, Little Scientists, music and dance classes. The Kids Club also offers computer classes, Spanish and soccer. Our dedicated team of certified, professional, experienced teachers will provide your child with an excellent early childhood education and a fun exciting summer camp!

Summer just doesnt get better than this...

GREAT OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
offered by Hershey Montessori School
2-4-Week Elementary Camp 1-8-Week Primary Camp for ages 3-6 1-8-Week Young Child Community Camp for ages 1-2 Morning & After Care Programs available 10229 Prouty Road, Concord Twp., Ohio 44077 (440) 357-0918 KBeech@Hershey-Montessori.org www.Hershey-Montessori.org
Hershey is currently also accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year.
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MATH MONKEY OF SOLON 28500 Miles Road Solon, OH 44139 440-914-0060 Jeannette Timmons www.mathmonkeycleveland.com jeannette@mathmonkeycleveland.com Math Monkey of Solon offers teacherdirected, game-based classes. Our mental math curriculum is taught by Ohio licensed teachers. We run our enrichment classes throughout the summer from June 11-Aug. 15. Prevent Summer Brain Drain and give your children the gift of math fluency in an environment that they will love! We offer three different weeks of Robotics and Brain Builder sessions throughout the summer. The Lego Robotics classes are fantastic, teaching students to build, program and run robots. The robots use a variety of sensors including light, sound and ultrasonic sensors. Through games and puzzles the Brain Builders classes get students to think critically and gain number sense in a very fun environment. The Robotics and Brain Builders can be combined with a lunch break in between to offer a safe, nurturing, fun experience for students. We offer two camps in August that help students transition back to school. Camps are Aug. 6-10 and 13-17 from 9 a.m. to noon. The focus is on math, reading and a combination of science and art for 5- to 6year-olds and 7- to 9-year-olds. Space is limited so enroll soon. Also, at Math Monkey we have a weeklong Math Mastery class in August to gear students up for the new school year.

All class information, times and fees are listed on our website: www.mathmonkeycleveland.com. Call 440-914-0060 or stop by for a free assessment! Math Monkey of Solon is located on Miles Road in the Shoppes of Solon North next to Miles Farmers Market. WEST GEAUGA RECREATION COUNCIL Cedar and Chillicothe Roads (Route 306) Chester, OH 44026 www.wgrc.org Since 1948, the West Geauga Recreation Council has been providing residents and children of the community recreation opportunities. The West Geauga Recreation Council will again host the traditional West G Day Camp for children in grades K-5 and a Middle School Camp for kids in grades 6-8. Weekly educational themes are intertwined with crafts, nature exploration, pool time, games and outdoor activities. The dates for camp this year are June 11 to Aug. 17. Other programs offered this summer by the WGRC include swimming lessons, flag football, tennis and volleyball. The camp is located next to the West Geauga Middle School/High School campus in Chester Township. Mark your calendars for the beginning of your childs excellent summer adventure in Geauga County. For more information and to register, visit our Web site at www.wgrc.org. Registration begins in April

SUMMER RIDING CAMP

CHEAPER THAN DAY CARE & MORE FUN

CHAGRIN VALLEY FARMS

9250 E. Washington Street in Bainbridge

For DISCOUNT COUPON Call (440) 543-7233 or www.ChagrinValleyFarms.com

FUN HORSE CAMP

JUNE 25-29 AND AUGUST 6-10 JULY 9-13

SHOW READINESS CAMP

Spend other summer mornings helping around the barn 8-12 weekdays Call for more info and cost

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR STUDENT RIDING LESSONS HORSE CAMPS & SHOWS PRESCHOOL & SCOUT GROUPS BOARDING AND LEASING
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Students Completing 1st-5th grade June 18 - August 10 EIGHT WEEKS, Mon - Fri 9am - 3pm each day
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Students Completing 6,7 or 8th grade June 19 - August 9 SEVEN WEEKS Tues/Thurs
Excel Day Tues 11-1 w/ lunch Explore Day Thurs. Field Trip Fun 10-3 w/breakfast & lunch

Field trips and on-site fun for Exploring. Reading & math activities to Excel academically!
*Scholarships and payment plans are available. Sponsoring agencies: Geauga United Way and Geauga County Job & Family Services Applications available in the office and on our web site after April 1, 2012 www.chagrinfallspark.org

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ORANGE COMMUNITY EDUCATION & RECREATION PRESENTS 32000 Chagrin Blvd., Pepper Pike, OH 216-831-8601 www.orangerec.org Excitement is on the horizon this summer as Orange Community Education & Recreation presents the Cleveland areas most exciting summer camps featuring a wide variety of day camps, enrichment camps, and sports camps for campers from toddlers to teens. All camps are close to home on the Orange Schools campus. Registration for summer camps for Orange School district residents begins Saturday, March 10 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Spring/Summer Registration Fair in the Pepper Pike Learning Center. A payment plan is available for all camps priced $99 or more if registering on March 10 or March 12. Residents can receive a $100 discount when registering for both 3-week camp sessions at the same time and before April 13. Registration continues through Friday, May 25 at the Pepper Pike Learning Center, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Camp for Preschoolers offers a fun and creative learning environment for children ages 2-5. Full-day and half day camps are available 3, 4, or 5 days per week. Extended camp is also available. Enrichment camps are also available. Campers entering kindergarten and those currently in grades K-6 can enjoy three levels of fun and adventure in Orange Lions Camp. Two three-week sessions of camp run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campers will enjoy a positive environment with exciting ageappropriate activities. Students currently in grades 7-8 can apply for the Lions Camp Counselor-InTraining program where they will learn about responsibility, teamwork, safety, and the best child supervision techniques. Campers who dream of being on stage will enjoy a summer in the spotlight while singing, acting, dancing and having lots of fun in Stagecrafters Theatre Camps. In addition to the 3-week camps, new one-week enrichment camps are available one week prior to the start of summer camp and the week following summer

camp including Sew Awesome! Design Camp the week of June 11 and You, Me and Glee the week of July 30. Campers currently in 8th grade can join the Stagecrafters Understudy Program for Counselors in Training. Understudies will obtain teaching skills, CPR training and certifications and will be active in the regular camp day. Future athletes can experience sportsmanship, build self-confidence, and increase their skills and fitness by joining Recreations Sports Camps. Both boys and girls can register except where noted. Campers currently in grades K-4 can join Jump Start Sports Day Camp. World soccer comes to the Orange campus with the new Challenger Sports Soccer Camps and British Soccer and Tetrabrazil Soccer for campers currently in grades 3-8. Additional one-week camps include Cheerleading Camp, Tennis Camp, Football Camp, Karate Training Camp, and Elite Soccer Camp. The Open Door Extended Camp program provides before- and after-care for campers in kindergarten through 5th grade. Campers can also enjoy a wide variety of Seriously Fun Enrichment Camps for future magicians, music video enthusiasts, budding model-builders and computer techies. While excitement heats up the Orange Schools campus this summer, the whole family can enjoy the Outdoor Leisure Pool, opening June 7. Pool Passes go on sale during the Camp Registration Fair. For complete details see the Orange Summer Camp brochure available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center, local libraries, and at www.orangerec.com. For additional information, call 216-831-8601.

Community Engagement & Education at PlayhouseSquare. Past camps have included master classes led by performers and other professionals from the touring companies of Wicked, Hairspray, The Phantom of the Opera, and Disneys The Lion King and Mary Poppins. Participants give PlayhouseSquares Broadway Summer Camps rave reviews noting, I really enjoyed the atmosphere and being around people with the same interests as me, and such such such an honor to be part of such a wonderful program! This years Broadway Summer Camp is set for July 16-20 and is open to teens (ages 14-19) who love to act, dance and sing. Placements according to skill level will be made on the first day of camp. Camp registration includes lunch each day, a professional headshot, resume coaching and a ticket to a performance of MAMMA MIA! at PlayhouseSquare. MAMMA MIA! is part of the U.S. Bank Star Performance Series at PlayhouseSquare. The camp is held in the Idea Center at PlayhouseSquare, located at 1375 Euclid Ave. Information is available at www.playhousesquare.org/community or by calling 216-348-7909.

more. Chincapin is an equestrian/day camp for girls ages 8-12. The girls camp program includes the same activities as Red Barn. In addition, Chincapin campers receive riding and horse care lessons four days a week. Chincapins instruction focuses on safety, an appreciation of the sport, good riding form, and care for the animals. Chincapin also offers after school and Saturday lessons in the spring. Red Oaks Water Rocks Trails is a residence/trip camp for boys and girls ages 11 to 14. This program provides a fun, outdoor adventure experience that promotes growth, responsibility, and a solid work ethic. There are two separate 13-day sessions. Campers learn how to work together, develop outdoor leadership skills, practice eco friendly camping, and function autonomously as they embark on short climbing, canoeing, and backpacking trips. Red Oak also offers a Junior Counselor Leadership Program for young men and women 13 to 15. This five week day program is a mixture of fun and learning with the primary focus of training young men and women in leadership, safety, and service.

RED OAK CAMP 9057 Kirtland-Chardon Rd. Kirtland, Ohio 44094 Executive Director, David Roskos 440-256-0716 email: redoakcamp@redoakcamp.org www.redoakcamp.org facebook.com/redoakredbarnchincapin Red Oak, a not-for-profit private camp in Kirtland, Ohio, is proud of its mission to develop childrens inner strengths through outdoor adventure. Red Oaks has several programs for boys and girls ages 7 to 15. Red Barn is a day camp for boys ages 712. Each day campers select fun and challenging outdoor activities, which include archery, canoeing, fishing, hiking, low ropes course, softball, swimming, outdoor science, crafts, wood crafting skills and

PARK PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP 27500 Shaker Boulevard, Pepper Pike Director: Kim Lausin 216-831-5363 ext. 203 Fax: 216-831-6968 www.parksyn.org Park Preschool offers a stimulating first camp experience for young children. The 2012 Camp runs 6 weeks from June 18 through July 27. Each day is filled with age-appropriate activities kids love: water play, Judaics, nature outings, and theme days. A daily lunch option is included for campers enrolled in the 3- and 5-day programs. Extended day options are also available. Call 216-831-5363, ext. 203 for more information.

PLAYHOUSESQUARE Broadway Summer Camp 216-348-7909 www.playhousesquare.org/community Playhouse Square offers a summer camp that cannot be found anywhere else in Northeast Ohio. Our camp features opportunities to learn from national and international touring professionals, explains Colleen Porter, Vice President of

Post Hill Equestrian Centre

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Join us for a summer rich with tradition and filled with swimming, arts & crafts, sports, music and more!
4, 6 and 8 week sessions for children K-6th grade! Great location with private Swimming Pool used only by Park Day Camp! Hot kosher lunch and snacks provided daily!

Kids Are Our Business! Call Park Day Camp Director, Mike Rubin at 440-543-8802
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SOLON JEWISH PRESCHOOL 5570 Harper Road Solon, OH 44139 440-248-7766 Director: Moira Levinsohn moira@solonchabad.com www.solonjewishpreschool.com The Solon Jewish Preschool, Step Up To Quality award winner offers a funfilled six-week summer camp program from June 18 through July 27. The program includes developmentally appropriate, hands-on activities for preschool children ages 2 to 5, plus a variety of Mom and Me programs for toddlers. Mystery guests, nature walks, wading pools, water play, as well as art, music, a weekly Shabbat party and much more are planned in fully air-conditioned classrooms. Children have access to a wonderful indoor large muscle room and a variety of outdoor activities are planned daily in the outside play area. The spacious newly constructed playground is located in the fenced-in play area with an adjacent extended area that enables the preschoolers to ride their cars and tricycles. Mommy and Me offers a variety of programs for ages 12 to 24 months. These are one-hour classes to introduce you and your child to a typical, lightly structured preschool schedule in a fun-filled environment. Toddling Tots together with mom or another adult for ages 22 to 30 months. This is a 1 1/2 hour, Mom and Me program designed to spend quality time with your toddler. The quality is provided and you provide the time. Your child will enjoy art, music, and hands-on activities, all in a lightly structured environment, with the comfort of parent on hand. Tiny Twos for ages 2 to 3 years is a first time separation class for two hours twice a week. This should be an exciting opportunity to focus on a gradual first-time separation. Thrilling Threes for ages 3 to 4 years presents countless opportunities for your

child to experiment, learn and practice social skills in a warm and loving manner. Funtastic Fours for ages 4 to 5 years is a fun-filled, developmentally appropriate summer preschool program, including many hands-on outdoor activities. Exciting visits will be scheduled each week from a variety of early childhood specialists. The Solon Jewish Preschool is a warm, safe and nurturing environment, where teachers are able to give each child the individual attention, and parents are encouraged to stay. Parents may leave if the child is comfortable and ready to separate. SUMMER ARTS CAMPS AT SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS Executive Director: Karen L. Prasser 440-337-1403 kprasser@solonohio.org Solon Center for the Arts offers more than 18 exciting camps in music, theater, dance and art for kids ages 3 to 18 beginning June 11, 2012. Each weeks camp session is different and is created to cover basic skills and techniques, while encouraging creativity and further developing each students talents and abilities. For the tiniest talents, SCA offers Lil Music, Lil Art and Lil Theater Camps for pre-school students (ages 3 to 5). New this summer is the Lil Combo Camp combining music, art and movement. To explore just dance, try Kinderdance (ages 3 to 6). Students grades 1 through 7 can participate in Theater, Art and Beginner Dance Camps. Each session is one week long. Montage Art Camps are two-week sessions and include music, theater, dance and art. SCA Musical Theater Workshop Camp is five weeks long ending with a performance of a musical. Teens ages 12 through 18 are invited to expand their knowledge at a variety of one-week SCA Dance Intensives including musical theater, ballet/contemporary, jazz/modern and choreography. Also

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offered is the five-week Acting for the Theater class that will provide experiences with character development and acting techniques. New this summer, SCA will be offering an all-day camping experience Mondays through Thursdays until 6 p.m. at a discounted fee. Register for Theater and Art Camp and stay at the Center from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information and to register before March 16 and save $5 to $10, call 440-337-1400 or visit www.solonarts.org. SCHNEIDER SADDLERY 8255 East Washington Street Bainbridge, OH 44023 440-543-2700 800-365-1311 Are you planning to attend or do you know someone planning on attending a riding camp? Schneider Saddlery is the place to find all of your equestrian needs! One of the largest equestrian retailers in the world, Schneiders offers more than 4,000 products to accommodate everyones budget, from summer campers to Olympic riders. Come and visit their showroom at 8255

East Washington St. and allow their knowledgeable staff to help you find all of the essentials on your camp shopping list. Riding helmets are a necessity for safety and you can find them at Schneiders starting at just $24.95. Riding boots with a heel, Western or English, keep your feet in the stirrups. Schneiders has them starting at $29.95. Riding pants, jeans, breeches or half-chaps aid in preventing chafing on the riders legs from movement in the saddle and both gloves and proper socks help to prevent blisters. You can find great savings on all of these items when you stop in. Schneider Saddlery remains a familyowned business since 1949 when Milton Schneider founded it. Now Milts two sons, Donald and Stanley Schneider strive to provide high quality equestrian products and unbeatable prices. In addition to the riding supplies, Schneiders offers a variety of casual wear and gifts for children as well as adults. You dont have to be an equestrian to shop at Schneiders, but youll wish you were. Store hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. PARK DAY CAMP 27500 Shaker Boulevard, Pepper Pike Director: Michael Rubin 440-543-8802 Fax: 216-321-0639 www.parksyn.org Park Day Camp opens its 70th camp season in its convenient 28-acre Pepper Pike campus on June 18. Park offers 4-, 6and 8-week sessions for children entering kindergarten through grade 6. Our program offers daily free swim and instruction, Judaics, sports, arts and crafts, music and nature activities. Camp activities easily move indoors in case of inclement weather. Daily kosher lunch and afternoon snack are included. Extended day options are available.

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Ohios Oldest Camp Beautiful in all Seasons! 172 acres in Ohios scenic Chagrin Valley Woods, Streams, Ponds, Meadows, Wildlife SUMMER CAMPS SCHOOL CAMPS GROUP RETREATS Summer Jr. Day Camp (5-6 yrs.) & Summer Day Camp (6-11 yrs.) June 11 July 27 Summer Horseback Riding & Adventure Camp (7-14 yrs.) July 30 Aug. 3 & Aug. 6-10 Summer Overnight Camp (6-14 yrs.) June 10 July 20 EXPERIENCE PIONEER & NATIVE AMERICAN TRADITIONS! Western Frontier Fort Log Cabins 1890s Fire Station Double H Ranch Nature Center Train Station & Caboose Treehouse Swimming Pool & More! DISCOVER EXCITING OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES! NEW! High Ropes! Archery Boating Camp Crafts Challenge Climbing Tower Exploring Farmstead Fishing Hiking Horseback Riding Orienteering Swimming Teambuilding Wildlife & Environmental Studies Special Theme Days & more! Hiram House Camp 33775 Hiram Trail Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 Register online or call! (216) 831-5045 www.hiramhousecamp.org

The exceptional summer program at The Goddard School includes: Extended Hours 7:00am-6:00pm One Week Sessions Available Mini Camps for School Age Campers Splash Days Literature and Language Music and Movement Science and Nature Special Visitors Sports and Games FREE REGISTRATION!* CHAGRIN FALLS 440-543-2889
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VALLEY ART CENTER 155 Bell Street Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 440-247-7507 Fax: 440-247-5803 Summer 2012 will be the best one yet at the Valley Art Center! Check out all the creative visual arts for kids, ages 4-16, starting June 17 through Aug. 4. New this year! All Around Art Camp (ages 9-12) will offer Drawing & Painting, teaching the basics in both abstract and traditional subject matter; Sketchbooks & Travel Journals, creating books of real or dream trips; and Paper Mache & Other 3-D Construction, incorporating a variety of materials to create 3-D sculptures! And, due to the generous donation of a Master Etch Printing Press, Printmaking campers will experience printmaking first-hand from start to finish. Back by popular demand, Tessa Dickers Photography Camp (ages 10+) will teach the ins and outs of cameras and offer some creative projects to help students think outside of the box. Taught by Emily English, All Around Art Camp (ages 6-8) is an all-time favorite camp! Campers will focus on a variety of fundamental art experiences for those who want to explore multi-media. Cartooning Camp (ages 10+), taught by local caricature artist, Ron Hill, is only offered a couple of weeks during the summer so dont be closed out of this VAC favorite. Students will learn how to draw cartoons starting with expressions, action, and character. Joan Ruseks Prewumps Pottery Camp (ages 4-5) will introduce students to clay and Mrs. Mudds Mudwumps Pottery Camp (ages 6-8) will work with the methods of clay coil and slab construction. In Youth & Teen Pottery Camp (ages 9+), Joan Rusek will teach campers, handbuilding, the wheel and some really cool glazing techniques. Finally, Kim Mettee, a local jeweler, invites beginner and experienced students to her Beading Camp (ages 8+). With an eclectic array of raw materials, students explore and experiment, creating unique pieces of artful jewelry. VAC also offers select classes and workshops for adults during the summer. Please check our Spring/Summer 2012

catalog or call our office for details. For the latest information, visit our website at www.valleyartcenter.org or contact us at 440-247-7507. Emails can be sent to: office@valleyartcenter.org. The Valley Art Center is generously funded by the Cuyahoga Arts and Culture.

Camps: Session 1 is June 11-13, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Session 2 is July 9-11, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. All sessions will be held at Liberty Park in Twinsburg. Cost $100 for members and $125 for non-members per session. Instructors include: Rich Conklin, Thomas Pfuas, Casey Wilson, Brian Chad, Brad Martin and Ken Wilson.

THE MUSIC SETTLEMENT University Circle 11125 Magnolia Drive Cleveland, OH 44106 216-421-5806 www.themusicsettlement.org Offering a variety of arts-rich camps, The Music Settlement in University Circle provides enrichment opportunities for all children ages 5 to 18. Our full line of summer offerings includes Music Builders, a four-week arts-enriched camp for children ages 5 to 12 who like to sing, dance and play! Through music, dance, art, drama, food and literature, campers will explore cultures from around the world. Back by demand is our Musical Theatre Camp. This two-week camp is an exciting place for children to imagine, create and explore the facets of putting together a musical. Inclusion and self-contained tracks provide arts experiences for children with special needs. Piano Camp is designed to give children ages 9 to 16, with two years of playing experience, the opportunity for study in an intensive two-week session. Summer also offers options in our Suzuki Camp and Introduction to Suzuki. Both programs are for students interested in an intensive week of instruction, motivation and fun! Jazz Camp is a two-week, intensive camp providing students the opportunity to participate in a variety of ensembles culminating in a fun, family performance. Chamber Music, Brass & Wind and Intro to Instruments Camps offer even more variety for your camper to explore music. We are offering online registration for the first time this year. Register online before April 1 and receive a 10 percent discount! Visit www.TheMusicSettlement.org for camp dates and to register. Returning camper registration starts Jan. 23. Open registration starts Feb. 1. Spend your summer at The Music Settlement.

STRIKE FORCE BASEBALL ACADEMY 6565 Davis Industrial Parkway Ste. U Solon, OH 44139 440-248-4487 www.StrikeForce-Baseball.com Strike Force Baseball Academy of Solon will be holding a series of three day Baseball Camps during the summer months. The Baseball Camps will be held in Twinsburg at the Liberty Park baseball fields. If there is inclement weather camp will be held at the Strike Force Baseball Academy indoor training facility in Solon. The indoor training facility has four automated batting cages for baseball and fast pitch softball and seven training tunnels. The comprehensive camp program will be conducted by the Strike Force Baseball Academy team of professional instructors as well as local high school and collegiate players. The Strike Force staff has many years of experience training and coaching all age and skill levels. A typical camp day will include proper baseball sport-specific warm up techniques, group skill training, individual skill training, and game play. Campers will be grouped according to age and skill level to maximize player development for all participants. Each day players will go through a series of stations that will focus on hitting, throwing, catching, fielding, pitching, base running and, performance training. Players will leave camp each day with drills that they can do at home to help them reach their maximum potential. Strike Force Baseball Academy of Solon train baseball/softball players all year round. Let their team of professional instructors take your player to the next level. The Strike Force motto is: The Best Get Better Everyday. For additional training opportunities, call 440-248-4487 or check them out on the Web at www.strikeforce-baseball.com. Strike Force Summer Baseball Skills

UNIVERSITY SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS Debbie Linich: 216-831-220, ext. 7366 summer@us.edu. Spend your summer at University School! University School offers pre-K to grade 12 coed and all-boys day camps, sports camps and academic enrichment classes. Offered at the US campuses in Shaker Heights and Hunting Valley, there is something for all ages and interests at US! Boys: The University School Boys Day Camp (grades K - 7) is well-recognized for its traditional programs in athletics, woodshop, appreciation of the outdoors, and exciting field trips! New Boys Pre-K Camp in partnership with the Great Lakes Science Center. Pre-K boys can enjoy a mini-version of the popular US Boys Day camp. Enjoy 1, 2 or 3 weeks of age-appropriate, hands-on activities focused on science, music, and more. Specialized and competitive boys sports camps include soccer, lacrosse, football and much more. Campers will enjoy the state-of-the art athletic facilities on our Hunting Valley campus under the guidance of US coaches. Coed: A number of coed camps and programs are offered. Biz Wiz Young Entrepreneur Camp, Junior Scholars, Space Camp, and more are available for boys and girls entering grades 3 - 10. Students entering grades 8 - 12 can register for academic enrichment courses taught by our US faculty. Writing, math, foreign language review, ACT/SAT review, and more are offered at our US Shaker campus. Spaces are limited. Visit www.US.edu for complete program listings and to register. For additional information contact Debbie Linich at 216-831-2200 ext. 7366 or summer@us.edu.