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SPECIALTY CAMPS

Academic

CHROME Summer Experiences in Engineering, Math, Science and Technology (CrSee)

Old Dominion University campus

www.chrome.org

When:   To be announced

Who:   CHROME members, grades 3-12 

Cost:   $25-50

Description:  Aimed at those interested in science, engineering.

Contact:  Theodosa Wyatt, 683-6035, twyatt@odu.edu

 

Discovery Program Inc. Summer Rx for Discovery Reading Program

107 Seekel St., Norfolk; 704 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 500 C, Newport News; 801 Greenbrier Pkwy., Chesapeake; 5859 Harbourview Blvd., Suffolk; 1261 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach

www.discoveryprograminc.com

When:   June-August

Who:   Ages 6-18

Cost:   $720 for 16 sessions

Description:  Establish skills needed for reading, including phonemic awareness, phonics and fluency.

Contact:  489-2805, kayweaver@discoveryprograminc.com

 

Functional Human Development Services

700 Warrington Square, Chesapeake

www.fhds.net

When:   June 23-Aug. 7

Who:   Grades 3-12

Cost:   Academic Experience, $395; Advanced Academic Summer Experience, $595; Accelerated Summer Experience, $795

Description:  Classes in reading, math, spelling, writing, science and English. Activities include arts and crafts, tennis, field trips, sports.

Contact:  323-8483

 

Manor Schools

Bellamy Manor School Summer Camp, 5009 Providence Road, Virginia Beach, www.manorschools.com

When:   June 23-Aug. 15, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Who:   Ages 2½-second grade

Cost:   $280 and up

Description:  Daily field trips

Contact:  Susan Barnes, 495-4525

 

Time for New Choices, Engineering 101

Historic Triangle Campus in Williamsburg

When:  June 23-27, 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Who:  High school freshmen and sophomores

Cost: Free

Description:  Aimed at high school freshmen and sophomores, the camp is designed to expose students to careers in the science and engineering industry. The camp features TNCC faculty and other professionals teaching engineering lessons through hands-on activities, demonstrations, lectures and field trips.

Contact: 825-3524 or visit the Office of Outreach and Recruitment located in the Hampton III Building at 535 Butler Farm Road.

 

Time for New Choices, Engineering 101

Peninsula Workforce Development Center in Hampton

When:  July 7-11, 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Who:  High school freshmen and sophomores

Cost:  Free

Description:  Aimed at high school freshmen and sophomores, the camp is designed to expose students to careers in the science and engineering industry. The camp features TNCC faculty and other professionals teaching engineering lessons through hands-on activities, demonstrations, lectures and field trips.

Contact:  825-3524 or visit the Office of Outreach and Recruitment located in the Hampton III Building at 535 Butler Farm Road


Broad Bay Manor School, 1837 Old Donation Parkway, Virginia

Jackie Hayes, 496-0000

Greenbrier Manor School, 700 Warrington Square, Chesapeake

Katie Hayes, 548-9292

 

Summer Scholars

School of Education, 700 Park Avenue, Unit 2099, Norfolk

www.nsu.edu/summerscholars

When:   June 23-July 18

Who:   Grades 1-5

Cost:   $500, including registration, lunch, field trips

Description:  Academic enrichment program in math, foreign language, vocabulary development, computer skills, with recreation activities.

Contact:  Ebyn Brinkley, 823-8701, e.d.brinkley@nsu.edu

 

The Write Camp

1408 Alanton Drive, Virginia Beach

When:   Session I, July 7-11, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Session II, July 14-18, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Who:   Those entering grades 7-8

Cost:   $125 a week

Description:  Writing, discussion, afternoon swim. Bag lunch.

Contact:  Mary Wales, 481-4462, 646-2616, wdcrafters@aol.com

 

ODU’s Tidewater Writing Project Camp: Young Writer’s Camp

Butts Road Intermediate, Chesapeake; Friends School, Virginia Beach; Old Donation Center for the Gifted and Talented, Virginia Beach; Old Dominion University, Norfolk

www.tidewaterwritingcamp.com

When:   9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday; June 30-July 11, July 13-25, July 28-Aug. 8

Who:   Students entering grades 2-8

Cost:   $175; includes tuition, supplies, snack, T-shirt and registration

Description:  Twelve years of success in turning reluctant writers into talented ones.

Contact:  Terri Darnell, 714-5169, campqs@aol.com

 

Animals

Acquibob Spring and Summer Horse Camp

3900 Saunders Lane, Chesapeake

When:   March 24-28, June 16-20, June 23-27, July 7-11, July 21-25, Aug. 4-8, Aug. 11-15

Who:    6 and older

Cost:   $250

Description:  Learn riding, safety, terminology, taking care of horses, beginner to advanced riders

Contact:  Bob or Jeanne Hill, 484-9858, Acquibob_1@verizon.net

 

Calypso Run Farm

2424 London Bridge Road, Virginia Beach, www.calypsorun.com

When:   Various dates throughout the summer. See Web site.

Who:   Ages 6-16

Cost:   $325 a week

Description:  Learn riding, horse care, management, English and Western. All skills accommodated, nice horses. Day camps available.

Contact:  Sali Gear, 679-4327, equusgear@aol.com

 

East Coast Equestrian Training Center Inc. Horse Camp

2508 West Landing Road, Virginia Beach, www.eastcoastsporthorses.com/horsecamp.htm

When:   9 a.m.-noon: March 24-28; June 16-20, 23-27; July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25; Aug. 4-8; 11-15; 18-22, 25-29

Who:   Ages 6 through adult

Cost:   $350 ($50 discount for early enrollment)

Description:  For beginners and experienced riders.  Lots of riding time, games and more.

Contact:  270-5228, horsecamp@eastcoastsporthorses.com

 

Easy Does It Ranch Horse Camp

3581 Muddy Creek Road, Virginia Beach

www.easydoesitranch.net

When:    June-July-August

Who:   All ages

Cost:   From $150 to $450

Description:   PeeWee camp: Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30-10:30 a.m.;  Youth Camp: Monday and Wednesday and Friday, 8 -11 a.m.;  Horsemanship Camp: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Contact:   721-4646, easydoesitranch@att.net

 

Roseoldian Farm Riding Camp

Roseoldian Farm, 1161 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach

When:   Weekly throughout summer

Who:   Ages 6 and up

Cost:   $225-425

Description:  Beginner to advanced equestrian instruction.

Contact:  729-2733, equit8@msn.com

 

Farm Camp at Hunt Club Farm

2388 London Bridge Road, Virginia Beach, www.huntclubfarm.com

When:   July-Aug.

Who:   Ages 4-12

Cost:   $205-325

Description:  Horseback riding, animal care, fishing and gardening

Contact:  427-9520, randi@huntclubfarm.com

 

K-9 & Kids Camp

1847 Centerville Turnpike S., Chesapeake

www.familydogclub.com

When:   July 7-12

Who:   All friendly dogs and kids 8-18

Cost:   $135, includes a camp T-shirt

Description:  40 instructors. Kids learn all aspects of dog training including vet care and safety.

Contact:  204-4411

 

Mulholland Family Ranch Summer Camp

837 North Liberty Springs Road, Suffolk

mulhollandgroupinc.com

When:   12 weeks, starting June 9

Who:   Boys, ages 9-14; girls, ages 8-16

Cost:   $330; $305 if paid with early registration. Discounts available.

Description:  Learn to ride or ride better. Also, daily Bible study, swimming, crafts, a little cooking.

Contact:  925-4232 or 925-0270, mmulho2532@att.net

 

Summer Safari Camp 2008

The Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St., Norfolk

www.virginiazoo.org

When:   Weekly, June 16-Aug. 15. Half-day camps 9 a.m.-noon; full-day camps 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Who:   Ages 4-14

Cost:   Half-day camps, $145; $120/members. Full-day camps $270; $220/members.

Contact:  441-2374, Ext. 229

 

Virginia Aquarium Summer Camps

717 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach

www.VirginiaAquarium.com

When:   June 16-Aug. 26

Who:   Ages 5-15

Cost:   Varies

Description:  Focuses primarily on marine science but includes other science and nature topics.

Contact:  385-0278, programs@VirginiaAquarium.com

  

Cooking

Camp Can-I-Cook

Young Chefs Academy, 350 W. 22nd, Norfolk; 1554 Laskin Road  Suite 106, Virginia Beach190 Arthur Way, Newport News

www.youngchefsacademy.com

When:   June 16-Aug. 29

Who:   Ages 3-17

Cost:   $150 for first child; 25 percent off for siblings

Description:  Culinary adventures of the Olympic Games, sports nutrition and more.

Contact:  Norfolk: 623-2433, ghentva@youngchefsacademy.com; Virginia Beach: 422-4337, hilltopva@youngchefsacademy.com; Newport News: 989-1818, hamptonva@youngchefsacademy.com

 

Dance 

Exalt Dance Camp

312 Kempsville Road, Norfolk

www.firstnorfolk.org

When:   July 28-Aug. 1; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Who:   Ages 5-12

Cost:   Contact: for price

Description:  Children’s dance camp

Contact:  Amy Sholes, 482-0004

 

ODU Dance Camp

Old Dominion University campus

odusports.cstv.com/camps/oldd-camps.html

When:   Aug. 9-10

Who:   Girls, ages 6-18  

Cost:   $75

Contact:  683-5447, ccrouch@odu.edu

 

Rhythm of Ireland Summer Session

3932 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach

www.rhythmofireland.com

When:   July 9-Aug. 13, Wednesdays  from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Who:   Ages 6-12

Cost:   $100

Description:  Learn about Irish dance.

Contact:  498-0840, roischool@cox.net

 

Summer Dance Camp (Camp Dance Advance)

5224 Indian River Road, Suites 111-112, Virginia Beach

www.gailsdanceplace.com

When:   June 16-21, 23-28, July 7-12,
14-19. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Who:   Ages 7-18, with 1-2 years previous training

Cost:   $150 a week, $300 for two weeks, $500 for four weeks

Description:  Learn techniques and the history of dance, nutrition, conditioning and socialization.

Contact:  410-8517, creolegumbo1@verizon.net

 

Superstar Summer Camp!

ATTITUDZ Performing Arts Studio, 5394 Kemps River Drive, Virginia Beach, www.attitudzdancers.com

When:   July 7-Aug. 1, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; extended hours available from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Who:   Ages 5-15

Cost:   Various, $175 a week

Description:  Hip-hop, jazz, ballet, musical theater and more.

Contact:  498-1388, attitudzdancers@gmail.com or nikmadry@gmai l.com

 

TR Dance Summer Youth Camp

325 Granby St., Norfolk

www.trdance.org

When:   July 28-Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Who:   Ages 8-12, no experience needed.

Cost:   $200, register before June 1 and save $25

Description:  Classes in ballet, jazz, hip-hop and more. Field trip, performance at end of the week.

Contact:  626-3262, info@trdance.org

 

TR Dance Teen/Adult Summer Camp

325 Granby St., Norfolk

www.trdance.org

When:   Session 1: Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Session 2: Aug. 11-15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.               

Who:   Teens and adults over age 13

Cost:   $200 a week, $375 for two weeks. Register before July 1 and save $25.

Description:  Classes in modern, ballet, jazz, pilates, yoga, ethnic dance and improvisation. Informal performance at end of the week.

Contact:  626-3262, info@trdance.org

 

Virginia Ballet Theatre Academy

134 W. Olney Road, Norfolk

www.virginiaballettheatre.com

Contact:  Suzanne Long, 622-4822 Ext. 303, Suzannel@virginiaballettheatre.com

Summer Performance Workshop I & II

When:   Workshop I week A, July 21-25, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Workshop I week B, July 28-Aug. 1, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Workshop II week A, Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Workshop II week B, Aug. 11-15,  9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Who:   Workshop I, beginning-intermediate levels: ages 7-13;
Workshop II, intermediate-advanced levels: ages 11-19.
Must have been on pointe for one year. If new student, must submit photo in first arabesque.

Cost:   $235 a week or $410 for both

Description:  Classes in ballet, modern, jazz, choreography, acting. Last day of each session in-studio performance.

Ballerinas and Future Princes

When:   July 7-11. Workshop A: 9 a.m.-noon; Workshop B: 1-4 p.m.

Who:   Workshop A, ages 4-5, Workshop B, ages 6-7

Cost:   $150

Description:  Classes in ballet, tap, choreography, acting, story creation, Costume design. In-studio performance last day.

 

Etiquette

Etiquette Enrichment Day Camp

H.E.I.R.S Institute of Etiquette and Leadership Inc., 828 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 200, Chesapeake

www.HeirsInstitute.com

When:   9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. Session I: July 14-18; Session II: July 21-25; Session III, Aug. 11-15; Session IV: Aug. 18-22

Who:   Ages 8-15

Cost:   $220

Description:  Learn etiquette and communication skills through role-playing and hands-on activities.

Contact:  757-548-5323, Carma@HeirsInstitute.com

 

History

Ferry Plantation History Camp

4136 Cheswick Lane, Virginia Beach

www.ferryplantation.org

When:   June 16-20, June 23-27, Aug. 18-22, Aug. 25-29; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Who:   Boys and girls, grades 1-6

Cost:   $220 a week

Description:  1800s living.

Contact:  473-5182, director@ferryplantationhouse.hrcoxmail.com

 

History Explorers Camps

Naval Shipyard Museum, 2 Water Street, Portsmouth

www.portsmouthnavalhistory.com

A Pirate’s Life for Me!

The British are Coming!

Militia!! To Arms, To Arms: 1814 Militia Camp Training

All Recruits: The Naval Academy Wants You! School of the Sailor, 1863

When:   July 23 and 30, Aug. 6 and 13

Who:   Ages 8-12

Cost:   $15 a day, $55 for all four days. $12 a day members, $50 members for all four days.

Description:  Explore the life of a pirate on the Chesapeake Bay, join the Revolutionary War forces, attend militia camp training and experience life in the Confederate Naval Academy in 1863.

Contact:  Barbara Pickett, 393-8591, pickettb@portsmouthva.gov

Life Among the Powhatans: A Child’s Life in 1607

When:   June 24-26, 9 a.m.-noon

Who:   Ages 8-12

Cost:   $50; $45 for members

Description:  Experience life among the Virginia Indians in 1607.

Contact:  Barbara Pickett, 393-8591, pickettb@portsmouthva.gov

 

Music

Academy of Music Summer Camps

Various locations, www.aomva.org

When:   Weekly, June 23-Aug. 29

Who:   Ages 3-high school

Cost:   $125 and up

Description:  Pre-school music, elementary-age music, strings (classical and fiddling), chamber music, musical theater programs

Contact:  Ann Davis, 627-0967, adavis@aomva.org

 

Hampton Roads Chamber Players Summer Camp

Larchmont United Methodist Church, Jamestown Crescent, Norfolk, www.hrchamberplayers.org

When:   June 16-21 and/or 23-28

Who:   No age limit

Cost:  $325 a session

Description:  Rehearse and perform small ensemble string chamber music.

Contact:  537-9566, sherie.aguirre@gmail.com

 

Kindermusik

Elizabeth City, Moyock, Jarvisburg 

www.kindermusikwithmrsmarsha.com

When:   Begins June 3, once a week for four weeks

Who:   Families with children 1-7

Cost:   Varies per siblings

Description:  Music, movement, and stories about a traveling Zoo Train.

Contact:  (252) 232-2889, kmusikmrs.marsha@net-change.com

 

Kindermusik

VBUMC, 19th Street and Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach

www.kindermusikwithcharlotte.com

Contact:   Miss Charlotte, 481-5965, charbrandt@gmail.com

Peek-a-Boo, I Love You

When:   Tuesday and Thursday, July 24-Aug. 7, 10-10:45 a.m.; Monday and Wednesday, July 28-Aug. 11, 10-10:45 a.m.

Who:   Ages 0-18 months, with parent  

Cost:   $90

Zoo Train

When:   Tuesday and Thursday, July 24-Aug. 7, 11 a.m.-noon; Monday and Wednesday, July 28-Aug. 11, 11 a.m.-noon

Who:   Ages 18 months-3½ years, with parent  

Cost:   $100

On the Road

When:    Tuesday and Thursday, July 24-Aug. 7, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Who:   Ages 3½-5

Cost:   $115

Around the World

When:   Monday-Friday, July 7-11, 10-11:30 a.m.

Who:   Ages 5-7

Cost:   $130

 

Music Tour Camp, Maymont Estate and Guys & Dolls Musical in Richmond

Lakewood Dance/Music Center, Lakewood Park, 1612 Willow Wood Drive, Norfolk

www.norfolk.gov/rpos/DanceAndMusic.asp

When:   July 28-Aug. 8

Who:   Ages 11-16, with one year of experience on an instrument, including voice

Cost:   Norfolk residents, $160; non-residents, $170; trip Cost: s included

Description:  Learn Broadway, pop and classical music, do music projects and attend trip.

Contact:  Kimberly Haywood, 441-5833, kimberly.haywood@norfolk.gov

 

Norfolk State University Spartan “Legion” Marching Band Summer Band

700 Park Avenue, Norfolk

www.nsu.edu/spartanlegion

When:   June 21-28

Who:   Middle, high school students

Cost:   $385 resident; $300 commuter

Description:  Learn the “Legion” way

Contact:  823-8563, jcjoyner@nsu.edu

 

ODU Percussion Camp

Old Dominion University campus

www.odu.edu/vhosts/al/cma/percussioncamp.html

When:   July 7-11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Who:   Grades 8-12  

Cost:   $300; $250 if registered before May 31

Contact:  683-4075, oducma@odu.edu

 

ODU Strings Camp

Old Dominion University campus

www.odu.edu/vhosts/al/cma/summerstringcamp.html

When:   June 28-July 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Who:   Grades 8-12

Cost:    Commuter, $300; $250 if registered before May 31; Overnight, $500

Contact:  683-4075, oducma@odu.edu

 

Summer Music Camp

New Castle Elementary School, 4136 Dam Neck Road, Va. Beach

When:   July 7-11, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Who:   Students entering grades 2-5

Cost:   $100

Description:  Singing, xylophone playing, recorder playing, move-ment; performance on last day.

Contact:  Paul Putnam, 321-0107, peputnam@yahoo.com

 

The Music Staff

3100 Tyre Neck Road, Chesapeake

www.themusicstaff.com

Contact:  483-4900, info@themusicstaff.com

Summer Fun 2008

When:   June 23-Aug. 15

Who:   Ages 6 and up to adult

Cost:   Varies

Description:  Private vocal and instrument lessons; “Introduction to Musical Instruments” camp; beginning guitar and piano classes; “Play a Story” camp

Kindermusik Adventure Camps: Around the World, Confetti Days, Zoo Train

When:   June 2327, July 14-18, July 28-Aug. 1

Who:   Ages 1½-7

Cost:   Varied

Description:  Children explore music-making, move to music and play musical instruments.

Christmas in July Camp

When:   Fridays, June 11-Aug. 8

Who:   Ages 6-13, with a year of music instruction

Cost:   $25/class

Description:  Have fun singing, playing music and making gifts.

 

Nature and Marine Science

Back 2 Nature

Munden Point Park, near Creeds, 2001 Pefley Lane, Virginia Beach

When:  June 23-27 for ages 6 to 8; and July 7-11 for ages 9 to 12. Both camps run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Who:  Ages 6-8; 9-12

Cost:  $150

Description:  All of the classes will be taught by certified instructors. Activities include hiking, canoeing, fishing, archery, and arts and crafts.

Contact: 385-1100 or e-mail outdoors@VBgov.com

Camp Osprey

Tidewater Community College, 1428 Cedar Road,Chesapeake

www.tcc.edu

When:   9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Session I: Aug. 4-8, Session II: Aug. 11-15

Who:   Ages 8- 11

Cost:   $75

Description:  Learn about bird watching, wetlands and bird anatomy.

Contact:  Lisa Behm, 822-5210, LBehm@tcc.edu

 

Nauticus Camps

Nauticus, 1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk

www.nauticus.org

Contact:  664-1010 or register online

Explore the Ocean and More!

When:   Early Explorers, ages 4-5, July 7-11; Junior Explorers, ages 6-9, June 30-July 4, July 14-18; Senior Explorers, ages 10-12, June 23-27

Cost:   $155 for members, $180 for non-members; $10 a day extra
for extended care

Description:  Explore the ocean ecosystem, predict the weather, get messy with chemistry, tour a battleship and more.

NOAA @ Nauticus: Bay Mysteries Camp

When:   July 21-24                  

Who:   Ages 10-12

Cost:   $185 for members, $200 for non-members; $10 a day extra for extended care

Description:  Discover environmental mysteries of the Chesapeake Bay. Build remotely operated vehicles, go kayaking and more.

 

Sea Camp at Old Dominion University

4600 Elkhorn Ave. Norfolk

sci.odu.edu/oceanography/seacamp

When:   8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., June 23-27, July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, July 28-Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8, Aug. 11-15

Who:   Junior Sea Camp, ages 6-8; Senior Sea Camp, ages 9-12; Teen Sea Camp, ages 13-17     

Cost:   $225, 5 percent discount for siblings registered at the same time

Description:  Discover the ocean and the bay through trips to marshes, beaches and more. 

Contact:  683-4285, mmunson@odu.edu

 

Water Scholars Oceanography Camp

Nauticus, 1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, www.nauticus.org

When:   Aug. 4-8

Who:   Ages 11-14

Cost:   $225 for members, $250 for non-members; $10a day extra for extended care

Description:  Learn about water-sheds, sea star anatomy, water chemistry, navigation and more. Includes overnight.

Contact:  664-1010 or register online

 

Kitty Hawk Kayaks Coastal Explorer Camps

6150 North Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949

www.khkss.com

When:  June 9-13; June 16-20; and June 23-27 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Who:  Ages 8-13

Cost: $450.00

Description:  Participants will enjoy morning surf lessons, afternoon kayak tours, a surfboard factory tour, coastal ecological lessons, Junior Lifeguard program, surf kayak lessons and environmental-based service project. Camp concludes with a pizza party, t-shirts, stickers and an awards ceremony.

Contact:  (252) 261-0145 or info@khkss.com

 

Performing Arts

Attucks Theatre Summer Arts Program

1010 Church St., Norfolk

www.attuckstheatre.org

When:   June 16-Aug. 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Who:   Ages 7-17

Cost:   Check Web site

Description:  Project-oriented work-shops in dance, music, theatre, visual arts. Hands-on activities.

Contact:  Gail Easley, 622-4763, attuckstheatre@verizon.net

 

Camp Celebration

440 High Street, Suite 440, Portsmouth (Camp will be held at I.C.Norcom High School)

www.myspace.com/campcelebration

When:   June 23-August 4

Who:   Ages 7-17

Cost:   $250 (installments available); includes T-shirt, performance DVD and book of creative writing

Description:  Learn Caribbean steel pans, African drumming, dance, and creative writing.

Contact:  Victor Provost or Charisse Spencer, 399-0925, profit4@ccdi-va.net

 

The Hurrah Players Summer Theatre Camp

935 Woodrow Ave., Norfolk

www.hurrahplayers.com

When:   July 7-18, July 21-Aug. 1,
Aug. 4-15

Who:   Ages 5 and up

Cost:   $285, plus $10 registration fee

Description:  Hands-on experience with all aspects of performing arts.

Contact:  627-5437, hurrahplayers@verizon.net

 

Summer Theater Camps at Regent University

Communication and Performing Arts Center

www.regent.edu/acad/schcom/theater/summercamp/details.htm

Contact:  226 -4228, chrinel@regent.edu

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland

When:   June 16-July 6, Monday-Friday, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday rehearsals, June 21, 28, 1-6 p.m.; performances, July 4-6, 7 p.m. and July 5, 6, 3 p.m.; auditions, June 13, 7-10 p.m., June 14, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., June 15, 1-6 p.m.

Who:   Grades 5-12

Cost:   $350 before May 16, $400 after May 16

Description:  One-on-one teaching in acting, dance, voice, improvisation and stage combat.

Oliver!

When:   July 7-Aug. 10, Monday-Friday, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday rehearsals, July 12, 19, 26, Aug. 1, 1-6 p.m.; performances, Aug. 8, 9, 7 p.m. and Aug. 10, 3 p.m.; auditions, June 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 28, 8 a.m.-noon, June 29, 1-6 p.m.

Who:   Grades 5-12

Cost:   $550 before June 6, $600
after June 6

Description:  Extended five-week camp, culminating with a performance in the 700-seat Regent University Main Theatre.

Film Camp

When:   July 14-25, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; no Saturday classes

Who:   Grades 6-12

Cost:   $350 before June 27, $400 after June 27

Description:  Classes in film directing, screenwriting, producing, film acting and hands-on production of three- to five-minute films.

 

Theater for Kids/Teens

www.theaterforkids.org

When:   June 16-27, 503 Central Drive; July 7-19, Friends School, 1557 Laskin Road; Aug. 18-23 Kempsville Recreation Center, 800 Monmouth Lane

Who:   Ages 7-18. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for “Honk,” ages 7-11; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for “Lagooned,” teens.

Cost:   $195 for one week; $290 for two weeks

Description:  Project-oriented workshops in dance, music, theatre and visual arts at the historic Attucks Theatre.

Contact:  757-425-1445, theaterforkidsteens@cox.net

 

Religious

Camp Gan Israel

1920 Colley Ave., Norfolk

www.ganizzy.org

When:   Four one-week sessions from July 28-Aug. 22

Who:   Jewish, ages 3-11

Cost:   $19 a week; $680 for all four weeks

Description:  Learn about your Jewish heritage through  activities, games and more. Enjoy crafts, sports, trips and more.

Contact:  Rashi Brashevitzky, 616-0770, rashi@ganizzy.org

 

First Baptist Church of Lambert’s Point Summer Program

1268 W. 38th Street, Norfolk

Fbclambertspoint.org

When:   June 16-Aug. 22, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Who:   Ages 4-12

Cost:   $100 a week for one child; $90 a week each, two or more children per family

Description:  Religious training, swimming, movies, cultural events, field trips

Contact:  489-7898 or 489-7890,fbclambertspoint@aol.com

 

Science

Super Science Week, Chesapeake Parks and Recreation

Northwest River Park, 1733 Indian Creek Road, Chesapeake

www.cityofchesapeake.net/parks

When:   June 30-July 3; 9 a.m.-noon

Who:   Ages 6-8

Cost:   $97

Description:  Explore science in an outdoor setting. Experiment with volcanoes, weather and more.

Contact:  421-7151, kkaul@cityofchesapeake.net

 

Technology

Advanced Technology Center Summer Camp

1800 College Crescent, Virginia Beach

www.vbatc.com

When:   Aug. 18-22

Who:   Rising ninth-graders

Cost:   $125

Description:  Activities in computers, teambuilding, engineering, marketing and telecommunications.

Contact:  468-8960 Ext. 0, amgarvey@vbschools.com

 

Computer Camp

(offered by the Urban League of Hampton Roads and Tidewater Community College)

TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, 340 Granby Street, Norfolk

www.ulhr.org

When:   9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Level 1: July 21-Aug. 1, Level 2: Aug. 4-15 (for students Who:  completed level 1)

Who:   Ages 13-18

Cost:   $200

Description:   Students will learn C++ from Digipen, create video games and visit TCC’s Modeling-Simulation site.

Contact:  Lessie Bowser-Wharton, 627-0864, LBWharton@ulhr.org

 

 iD Tech Camps

Held at the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg

www.iDTechCamps.com

When:   Weeklong sessions from June 15-July 25

Who:   Ages 7-17

Cost:   $749 for day camp, $1,169 for overnight camp

Description:  Students create video  games, design Web sites, produce digital movies, build robots, learn programming and more.

Contact:  info@internalDrive.com

 




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