LEGO

TheatreSquared’s Summer Drama Academy

May 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

If you're new here, sign up for your free daily email about all things kid related in Northwest Arkansas. Click here to subscribe to Life+Kids by Email. Thanks for visiting!

If you are not familiar with TheatreSquared, you should be.  It is the only resident professional theater company in Northwest Arkansas. 

TheatreSquared’s 2008 summer Drama Academy is an excellent program for children who are in the 3rd through the 12th grade.  Students will explore every aspect of the company’s upcoming summer production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 

The Academy will  be held at Riordan Hall in Bella Vista for 3rd-12th graders and at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Fayetteville for 7th-12th graders.  You can find more information and register online by following this link.

For more information, call 479.445.6663.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Drop-in Camps While You Spa or Shop in Eureka Springs

May 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Main Stage Creative Community Center has announced their summer 2008 schedule, which includes “camp style” programs designed exclusively for children of tourists.

The new Drop-In Art classes last either two or four hours and are for ages 7-12. This 10-week Art Camp has been re-designed to include theater/performance elements and is set up to allow children to attend for a day or a week with no pre-registration, instead of enrolling for the entire session.

The Drop-In classes are scheduled for June 9 to August 15 Monday - Friday. Parents may drop their children off for two-hour or five-hour sessions without advance registration. The Drop-In classes will be offered at Main Stage from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Drop-In classes cost $30 for 5 hours (plus $4 lunch, optional), or $15 for 2 hours. For more details, contact Vicki Rose at Main Stage, 479-253-8060 or go online at www.mainstagecenter.com.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Ramay Girl’s Basketball Camp

May 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The Ramay Junior High School Girl’s Basketball Camp is for girls in the 3rd through 8th grades.  From the camp director:

This camp will emphasize fundamentals of basketball, including defensive principles, dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and offensive moves.  Campers will also get the opportunity to compete in numerous events, such as 3-on-3, 1-on-1, hot shot shooting contest, free-throw contest, obstacle course, and more.  Similar to Coach DeGier’s philosophy, participants can expect to be given knowledge of life skills and the importance of applying themselves to be the “BEST” in all areas of their lives.   Members of the 2008 Ramay Girl’s Basketball Team and the Ramay coaching staff will teach all aspects of the game of basketball.  Come prepared to learn and have fun!

The camp will be held July 14-16, 2008 from 9am-12:30pm.  The cost is $50. Click here to download the Application Form.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Fayetteville Bulldog Summer Tennis Camps

May 19, 2008 | 1 Comment

The Fayetteville Bulldog summer tennis camps are for beginner through intermediate players ages 7-16.  Players are grouped by ability. 

The camp’s objective is to inspire young players to learn and enjoy tennis, the game for a lifetime, possibly with an eye on playing on their school team.  Players are encouraged to attend as many of the 4-day camps as possible.  The camps include:

  • Small group and private instruction
  • Drills and Match Play
  • Court strategy sessions
  • Conditioning exercises
  • Lots of fun activities

Camp 1 — June 9-12 Mon-Thurs (rain day is Friday) 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Camp 2 — June 16-19 Mon-Thurs (rain day is Friday) 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Camp 3 — June 23-26 Mon-Thurs (rain day is Friday) 8:00-10:00 a.m.

1 camp is $30; any 2 camps is $55, or any 3 camps $80.

Click on this link to download the Tennis Camp Form.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Discovery Day Camp at Devil’s Den

May 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I was just complaining that most all the summer camps seem to be packed into June.  Then, I received this flyer from Rebekah at Devil’s Den:

Want to make unforgettable memories this summer? Join Interpreter Rebekah for a week of hiking, exploring, arts and crafts, games, outdoor skills, and nature knowledge at Devil’s Den State Park!

The camp (recommended for children ages 8-11) runs from Monday July 14 through Friday July 18, 2008 from 9am-3pm. 

The cost is $75.oo for all five days.  Price includes nature discovery pack, daily snacks, craft supplies, and boat and pool fees.  Reservations are required. Space is limited to TEN participants.

Click on this link to download the Flyer for Devil’s Den Discovery Day Camp. 

For more information or to register your child contact Rebekah Spurlock at rebekah.spurlock@arkansas.gov  or at 479-761-3325.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Vacation Bible Schools in Northwest Arkansas

May 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Vacation Bible School was a standard for my summers growing up.  It is a great (and inexpensive) way to add some variety to your child’s summer activities.  Most churches do not require that you be a member to attend.  So, it is a great way for children new to the area to make friends before school starts.

My kids will be attending the joint program held by the Episcopal churches in Northwest Arkansas.  That Bible School is scheduled for  June 9-13, 2008 at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Springdale.  It runs from 9:00 am to Noon for grades K- 5th (fall ‘08).  You can register online by clicking here.

Other options suggested by Life+Kids Readers:

  • Power Labat the First United Presbyterian in Fayetteville, June 23 - June 27, 9 to noon for elementary and pre-K. You can register online by clicking here.
  • Power Lab at the Peace Lutheran Church in Rogers, June 28-July 1 (morning and evening sessions.  You can register online by clicking here.
  • Power Labat the First United Methodist Church in Springdale, June 9-13 - 3 Years Old - 3rd Grade.  4th & 5th Grade participate in a Day Camp.  You can register online by clicking here. 
  • Rainforest Adventureat First Presbyterian Church of Bentonville, July 14-18, 2008
    9 am to 12:15 pm. Open to 4 years old to completed 6th grade. Click here to register.
  • Adventure Week at The Church at Pinnacle Hills in Rogers, for kids who have completed Grades K-5. This year the theme is “Dirty Jobs – Bible Edition.” It will be July 7-11, 2008 from 6:15-8:30 p.m. with Friday night being a family night including Kidz Blitz Live. The cost is $10 per child/$25 max per family.

Note:  As you might suspect, Power Lab is a national VBS program used by many churches.

Does your church have a Bible School scheduled this summer?  If so, email me the details (terri@lifepluskids.com) or click on the title of this post to add your recommendations to the comments.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Camp Invention: The Summer Program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame

May 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Camp Invention is the summer program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame Foundation for kids entering the 1st through 6th grades.  The camp will be held at Turnbow Elementary in Springdale June 9-13, 2008 from 8:30am-3pm. 

The cost is $205 if you register before May 31 ($225 thereafter).  Register with a friend and each receives $20 off.  Register 3 or more siblings, and each receives $40 off.

This year’s program is called the Encounter program and features the following topics:

  • Sea Worthy
  • Fair Games
  • The Lost Treasure
  • I Can Invent:  Fantasy Inventions & Complicated Machines
  • Recess Remix

The camp promises to foster creativity, teamwork, and science literacy through hands-on fun.

For more information, visit www.campinvention.org or call 800-968-4332. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Summer Camps at the Walton Arts Center

May 11, 2008 | 1 Comment

The Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville is offering several drama and dance camps this summer for ages 4 and up.  I love the fact that the drama camps are focused on performances from the Walton Arts Center’s 2008-2009 season, such as Diego’s Friends and the Magic Treehouse.  Here’s the line up:

  • Camp Diego’s Friends: Rainforest Explorers (ages 4 through 2nd grade)
  • Camp Jason and the Argonauts (grades 5th-6th)
  • Camp Stellaluna, Very Hungry Caterpillar, the Gruffalo and Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters (ages 4 through 2nd grade)
  • Camp Magic Treehouse:  The Musical (grades 3rd and 4th)
  • Chance to Dance Ballet Intensive (ages 10 and up)
  • Chance to Dance Mini Intensive (ages 7-9)

Click here to go to the Walton Arts Center summer camps page.  Register by phone by calling 443-5600.  No online registration.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Lady Bulldog Basketball Camp

May 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The Springdale Lady Bulldog Basketball Camp will be held June 2-5, 2008 from 8-11am in the Springdale High School’s main gym. 

This camp is for girls entering the 1st through the 9th grades.  The cost is $30 if you preregister, and $40 at the door.  All campers will receive a t-shirt. 

Applications may be picked up at the Springdale Athletic Department at the old Layman’s building on Emma Street, at the front office of Springdale High School, or by contacting Scotty Person at sperson@sdale.org or calling 957-8271.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Day Camps at the Little Mountain Book Bindery in Fayetteville

April 28, 2008 | 1 Comment

The Little Mountain Book Bindery in Fayetteville has posted its Summer Camp schedule.  They are offering half and full day programs for ages 5 and up.  You can see the entire kids camp schedule by clicking here. 

Offerings include

  • da Vinci Camp (math/science enrichment through art)
  • bookbinding
  • dying, dipping, folding and ripping
  • printmaking/self portraits
  • my family history
  • shan shui
  • asian bindings

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Summer Camps 

Next Page »