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Page 1 of 2  Don't leave your child wondering what to do this summer. Our Summer Activities Guide will show you all the things offered throughout the summer that will help your child's days be filled with fun and beneficial activities.
Arts/Crafts
Mamunchis
115 South 8th Street, Suite 101, Opelika;
737-6070; www.mamunchis.com
Pint Size Picassos- Each age appropriate class focuses on ways to encourage creativity, exploration, and free play. Creative ideas for try it at home projects will be provided. Pint Size Picassos 1: 4 months-12 months. This class focuses on textures, shapes and colors. Your baby will be free to explore all of the wonderful things around him in a safe and stimulating environment. Pint Size Picassos 2: 13 months-24 months. This class builds on what baby learns in Pint Size Picassos 1 and focuses on colors, shapes, textures, the first scribbles and finger paints. Pint Size Picassos 3: 25 months - 36 months. This class focuses on more advanced art concepts and mediums. $70/8 week session for parent and child.
Anime Drawing: Chibi Manga
10 – 15 years; Monday – Friday, 3:30 – 5 p.m.; July 19 – July 23. Manga is a Japanese style of comics. Chibis are the super-popular, cute, tiny people of manga. $35.00 per person + $20.00 material fee. Anime Drawing: Fantasy Manga- 10 – 15 years; Monday – Friday • 3:30 – 5 p.m. • July 26 – July 30. Fantasy manga is filled with magical fairies, beautiful princesses, futuristic knights, heroic heroes and so much more! Sign up for both anime classes and you only pay material fees for one anime class. Laurie Brenden, 704-3343;
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; $35.00 per person + $20.00 material fee
Art for Young Children
Ages: 4 – 6 years. Pre-school children will explore a variety of age appropriate art materials including clay, paint and fabric. We are an ART workshop with an emphasis on the process of creating art, elements of art, experience using a variety of age appropriate materials and art appreciation. An exhibition of the children’s artwork is held at the end of each session. For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday · 10 a.m. – Noon
Session l · June 22 – 24; Session ll · July 13 – 15
Session lll · July 27 – 29. Located at Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center; $40 per week per child.
Auburn Parks and Recreation
Ceramics Studio- Dean Rd. Rec. Center, 501-2944
Pottery and ceramics for kids. Call for dates and fees.
Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center - 501-2963
Art for Young Children- Ages 4-6 years; June 22-24; July 13-15; July 27-29. Fee $40 per session.
Visual Art Workshops- Ages 7 and older; June 7-11; June 14-18; July 5-9; July 19-23. Fee $60 per session. Young Artist Atelier- Ages 12-15 years; June 21-25; July 12-16. Fee $75 per session
Kids’ CAN Draw!
Pets- 6 – 10 years; Tuesday – Friday, 3:30 – 5 p.m.; June 1 – 4; $30.00 + $20.00 material fee
Kids’ CAN Draw! Wild Animals- 6 – 10 years; Monday – Friday, 3:30 – 5 p.m.; June 7 – June 11
Sign up for both drawing classes and you only pay material fees for one drawing class. Laurie Brenden; 704-3343;
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$35.00 per person + $20.00 material fee
Kids’ CAN DO! Chalk Pastels; 6 – 10 years; Monday – Friday, 3:30 – 5 p.m.; June 14 – June 18; $35.00 per person + $20.00 material fee
Kids’ CAN DO! Oil Pastels- 6 – 10 years; Monday – Friday; 3:30 – 5 p.m.; June 21 – June 25
Sign up for both pastel classes and you only pay material fees for one pastel class. For more information, please contact the instructor. Laurie Brenden ; 704-3343;
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; $35.00 per person + $20.00 material fee
Jule Collins Smith Museum / Saturday Art Club
901 East University Drive, Auburn
844-1484; www.jcsm.auburn.edu
Saturday Art Club welcomes kindergarten through high school students. Activities are designed for younger students (K-2nd grade), middle students (3rd-6th grade) and older students (7th-12th grade). We invite parents to spend some time with our education specialist to learn techniques for making art part of your family fun. Materials, lesson plans, and ideas will be available at each Saturday event for parental consideration. 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Opelika Parks and Recreation
Denson Arts Center- 1102 Denson Drive, Opelika; 705-5558. Ceramics for Kids (ages 6 and up) and Kids-n-Klay Pottery (ages 9 and up) classes. Call for dates and fees.
Sips n Stokes
2408 East University Drive, Auburn
209-1188, www.sipsnstrokes.com
Adult, family and kidz classes offered. Classes include all supplies. Prices starting at $25.00 . Kidz classes are for 5-12 year olds and classes up to 25 kidz per session. Birthday, bridal, girls night out parties too. Calendar available on line for class and party registration.
Book Clubs
Auburn Public Library
749 East Thach Avenue, Auburn
501-3190; www.auburnalabama.org/library
American Girl Club- Grades K- 5th grade students. Girls, be sure to sign up at the Youth Services desk and come meet with everyone on the third Thursday of each month at 3:30 pm. Magic Tree House Club is for K - 5th grade students. Be sure to sign up at the Youth Services Desk. The first Wednesday of each month from 3:30 pm-4 pm. Adult book clubs too.
Gnu’s Room
414 South Gay Street, Auburn
821-5550, www.thegnusroom.com
Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Book clubs, live music, film screenings, and other events.
Lewis Cooper Junior Memorial Public Library
204 South Sixth Street, Opelika, 705-5380;
www.opelika.org. Kids programs and book clubs offered throughout the year.
Ceramics
Ceramics Summer Camp
Fee: $15; Age: 7 & up; Day: Tuesday – Friday
Time: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Session I: June 15th – 18th; Session II: July 20th– 23rd; Instructor: Shirley Caswell. Register at DENSON ARTS CENTER
Clay Creatures Camp
Ages: 7 – 15 years. Do you love all kinds of animals? Do you also love to make things with your hands? Then this clay camp is the one for you! You will learn clay hand-building techniques as you create Wild Things Pinch Pots, Coiled Critter Sculptures, and Fabulous Fantasy Fish. During camp you will create and glaze your animal projects, and then they will be fired and ready to pick up in two weeks. Materials fee covers clay, glazes and kiln firings. Pre-registration is required. Class will not meet Monday, July 5, but will meet Thursday, July 8 instead. When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 10 a.m. - Noon; June 28 – July 9; Location: Dean Road Recreation Center; Coordinator: Amy Kaiser; 821 – 0916;
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. Fee: $60 per participant + $10 materials fee
Handbuilding for Kids!
Ages: 6 – 10 years. If you love to be creative this class is for you. We will make pinch pots, face jugs, tiles and more. This is a chance for you to make new friends and have a blast while creating art with clay. Bring your imagination and we will provide the clay and tools. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $65 + $25 fee for materials; When: Mondays, 1 – 3:30 p.m.; May 31 – July 26; Location: Dean Road Recreation Center
Instructor: Deborah Wood and Lindsey Smith, 334-399- 3948;
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Dance
Auburn Parks and Recreation-Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
Auburn DanceWorks –13 years and older; Tuesdays, 6 – 7 p.m.; June 1 – July 6. Based on classical ballet technique this class is designed for the student with no prior dance training. Ballet vocabulary will be taught and used, incorporating strength, grace and flexibility. Class attire: Leotard, tights and ballet shoes, skirts and pants optional. Any questions please call the instructor. $50.00
Auburn DanceWorks on Tap
13 years and older; Tuesdays, 7:15 – 8:15 p.m.; June 1 – July 6. A tap technique class designed for beginners (however, all levels are welcome). This class is a great place to polish your skills and techniques. Class attire: comfortable clothes and tap shoes. $50.00
Pirates and Princesses Dance Workshop
5 – 7 years; Monday – Friday; 1:30 – 4 p.m.; June 7 – 11. Absolute fun for boys and girls! We will study ballet, make themed crafts and prepare for a small production on the final day. This class is a great way to engage your child’s imagination! For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. Five year olds must have completed kindergarten. $100
Practice Dance!
Monday – Friday ; 8 – 10 a.m. Ongoing; 12 years and older (under 12 years old by permission of instructor) Line dance for fun and exercise. Learn a different dance each week. The most popular line dances are included so that you can dance at parties and other dances. New line dances will be included to match songs of popular country artists. Beginners are always welcome. Free to the public
Celtic Traditions School of Irish Dance; 2705 Fredrick Road, Opelika, 705-0303
Rising Starz
2140 E. University Drive, Auburn, 209-1464 or 498-0308; www.risingstarzofauburn.com. Subjects covered will be Jazz ,Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Baton, Tumbling, Cheer, Musical Theatre, Yoga, Fitness, Costume Construction & design, and lots of special creative projects and activities! Morning Sessions: 8AM to 12 noon Registration fee: $30.00; Afternoon Sessions: 1PM to 5:15PM. 1/2 day is $ 110.00 per week- Ages 5-14 years old; Full day is $ 200.00 per week – Ages 7-14 years old. Supply fee of $ 25.00 per week; June 1-August 6
Education/Tutoring
Eagle Pointe Church of the Nazarene - Force Naz Kidz Tutoring
1975 Mall Blvd, Auburn; www.eaglepointenaz.com
Dr. Lisa Skinner, certified teacher K-8: June 1, 15, 22: Total Force Tuesdays: 9:00-11:00 am: Science object lessons June 3, 17: Getting Your Groove On: 9:00-11:00 am: Reading Tutorial June 24, July 1: Getting Your Groove On: 9:00-11:00 am: Math Tutorial
Kumon
Flint’s Crossing -1550 Opelika Road, Auburn, 501-8586, www.ikumon.com
It is the job of our Kumon Center to encourage each individual child to want to learn, to enjoy learning, and to be capable of studying successfully in the future. Kumon method includes free placement testing, Kumon math and Kumon reading, improving concentration and study habits, empower through self-motivation, and test prep. Junior Kumon for preschool and kindergarten too.
Mamunchis
115 South 8th Street, Suite 101, Opelika; 737-6070; www.mamunchis.com
Parenting Classes--Baby Basics: Newborn Care-This course covers the basics of caring for your new born. $35/Couple or Individual
Infant and Child CPR and First Aid-This class will cover everything you need to know to apply life-saving techniques for a child facing a life threatening situation. Class will be led by a certified CPR instructor.
1) Infant Massage
2) The Happiest Baby on the Block Class-five simple steps to soothe your crying child while encouraging more sleep for everyone. $50/Couples and Infant
3) Confident Fathering -increase confidence for the new or expectant father in an informal and relaxed environment. $25/Individual
4) Making Your Own Baby Food- will learn how to make wholesome, savory, and nutritious baby food at home. $35/Individual or Couple
5) Making Your Own Toddler Food- Learn how to get your child to eat and get all the nutrition he needs without stressing about what he does not eat. $35/Individual or Couple
6) Cloth Diapering 101- $8/individual
7) Babywearing Demonstration-We’ll show you how to properly and safely use several types of wraps, slings, and baby carriers currently available on the market. $8/individual
Spanish Classes: Rayuela (Rah-u-eh-lah): Spanish for Toddlers $65/8 week session
Breastfeeding -Introduction to Breastfeeding- This class will cover the basics of breastfeeding including: benefits of breastfeeding, latching positions, how often to feed baby, signs baby is getting enough food, introducing the bottle, getting dad involved; as well as first hand tips to overcome any problem you may encounter. Class will be led by a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor. $35
Breastfeeding Support Group/Nursing Café: Our support group provides a place for like-minded woman to come and meet other moms and babies. These informal weekly meetings are open to everyone and there is no registration required. Topics of discussion include; latching techniques, milk storage, night feedings, weaning, pumping, difficulties and successes. Meetings will be led by a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor. The Nursing Café will meet on Tuesdays from 1pm-2pm free of charge.
Sylvan Learning Center
687 North Dean Road, Auburn
826-3600, http://tutoring.sylvanlearning.com/centers/36831/index.cfm. Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-7:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm . Most students — regardless of their academic performance — can use extra help to achieve their full learning potential in one or more key subjects. At Sylvan, we offer a choice of quality tutoring programs to help students improve overall. Offering tutoring by age/grade and class subject (math, reading, & writing), homework help, study skills, ACT test prep, graduation test prep, college prep and more.
Auburn University’s Summer Reading Program
Junior and senior early childhood education and elementary education majors will tutor beginning readers. Students meet with their tutors 12 times in June and July for 45-minute sessions twice a week, either on Mondays and Wednesdays or on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Most sessions are scheduled at 8 a.m. in Haley Center. Ages: children from kindergarten through second grade, especially those who are having difficulty
catching on to reading under regular class instruction. Contact: Troy Johnson (334) 844-4468 (
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Family Fun
Bouncin Round-“We Deliver Fun!”
663-7593 and 742-2586; www.partyjumpusa.com
We offer moonwalks, inflatables, water slides, slip n slides, interactive sports games, obstacle courses, kid combos, cotton candy machine, popcorn machine, snow cone machine, tables and chairs, and look a like cartoon characters.
Frog Legs
747 North Dean Road, Auburn; 745-8737;
www.froglegsparty.com
MOVING SOON TO- 467 North Dean Road, Auburn
Come jump in the indoor playground and party center featuring giant interactive inflatables all in one clean, safe, climate-controlled facility. You can bring your children to play during our OPEN PLAY time or better yet, host his/her next birthday party at our location. Summer Jump hours- May 25-August 9; Monday & Friday 10:00am-6:00pm; Tuesday-Thursday 1:00-6:00 pm; Saturday 4:00-8:00 pm; Sunday 1:00-5:00 pm. Rates: $8.00 plus tax per child 2 years and older; $5.00 plus tax children under 2; $2.00 plus tax per jumping adult; non-jumping parents, grandparents and infants Free! Summer Specials- May 25-August 14; Tuesdays is Frog Legs t-shirt day (wear your Frog Legs t-shirt and receive $2.00 off the $8.00 charge and $1.00 off the $5.00 charge). Thursdays is Food Bank day (bring one can of non-perishable food and receive $2.00 off the $8.00 charge and $1.00 off the $5.00 charge). Don’t forget your SOCKS!
Mamunchis
115 South 8th Street, Suite 101, Opelika;
737-6070; www.mamunchis.com
1) Family Fun Class- Do you have more than one child? Family Fun class brings song, reading, games, and family and individual art projects. Come and enjoy some free time all while encouraging cooperation, friendship, and love between siblings and friends. $75 for two siblings and parent/8 week class/ Each additional child is $15- For ages 3mo to 5 years
2) Drop In Play Date and Story Time- Come and join us every Friday for play dates and story time. 10:00-11:00am- 12 months and up; 11:30am-12:30pm- Newborn-12 months. Free Story Time 11:00-11:30 For all ages with books, songs, puppets!
Surfside Water Park
2780 S College Street, Auburn
821-7873; www.surfsidewaterpark.com
General admission rates- $21.59, kids 2 and under Free (senior citizens, military, student and afternoon discounts); Season passes available.
June Report Card Reward -Bring your report card to the Surfside Office to receive All A’s - Complimentary day pass / A’s and B’s – Complimentary half off day pass
July Concert Series- Every Sunday afternoon
Scouts Weekend- July 17-19th: All scout groups $12.99 plus tax (call to reserve your group)
Splash & Save Monday- Every Monday in June, all kids price $17.99 plus tax
Mom’s Tuesday- Every Tuesday beginning in June, Mom’s get in free with a full price paid child.
Grandparent Wednesday- Every Wednesday beginning in June, Grandparent’s get in free with a full price paid child.
Dad’s Sunday-Every Sunday beginning in June, Dad’s get in free with a full price paid child.
Hollywood Connection
1683 Whittlesey Road, Columbus, GA
706-571-3456; www.carmike.com
125, 000 square feet of state-of-the-art entertainment with movies, amusements, attractions, games, food and fun!
Sports Academy
3768 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika (Midway Plaza)
749-4040; www.sportsacademyauburn.com
Hours- Monday-Friday 3:00-8:00 pm; Saturday 12:00-5:00 pm (and by appointment)
We are Auburn/Opelika’s premiere indoor sports training and conditioning facility! We cater to athletes of all sports, skill levels and all ages!
We feature: East Alabama’s only indoor sports facility that offers baseball/softball batting cages, pitching mounds and a turf practice area. Private baseball and softball lessons with former or current college and professional players or coaches who have over 25 years of experience. Cages, mounds and practice area available for team or personal rentals for baseball, softball, soccer or flag football. Age-specific weight training programs designed by certified athletic trainers and licensed physical therapists for athletes of all ages and level of activity. Party space available; teams welcome.
The Skate Center
1221 Commerce Drive, Auburn, 821-1128
Tuesday-Thursday 6:30 – 9:00 pm; Friday 6:30-10:00 pm; Saturday 12:00-4:00 pm and 6:30-10:00 pm; Sunday 2:00-5:00 pm. Prices range from $4.00-$6.00 includes skate rentals. Birthday Parties, Church Parties and Civic Groups, Parties, School Fundraisers, Sorority/Fraternity Socials
USA Mini Golf
1220 Fox Run Avenue, Opelika, 439-4914
www.usaminigolf.com. Indoor mini-golf where our theme is “Road Trip Across America”. Each one of our 18 holes is a place of interest or historic landmark located in the U.S. ranging from the Golden Gate Bridge and Redwood Forest, to Carlsbad Caverns and Cape Cod. At each on of the holes there is a fun little book of trivia and information about the landmark which provides an educational tool that is entertaining. We even offer blacklight capability some evenings and parties which provides another unique feature. Wednesday-Thursday 5:00-10:00 pm; Friday –Saturday 3:00-11:00 pm. Rates- $3.50-$5.50; Senior citizens, military, and student discounts. Host your party or group event here.
Fun Field Trips
Eagle Pointe Church of the Nazarene – Marvelous Monday Field Trips
(community welcome)
1975 Mall Blvd, Auburn; www.eaglepointenaz.com; 466-8277. July 5: Bowling--meet there at 9:30 am
July 19: Hickory Dickory Park--meet at 9:30 am
Milestones Summer Camp Field Trips
1811 East Glenn Avenue, Auburn; 887-4391; www.milestoneslc.com; June 9 & 23, July 7 & 21 Premier Spirit Academy tumbling (1:00-2:30 pm)- $10.00 each= $40.00. June 15 & 29, July 13 & 27 - AMF Bowling (includes games/shoes)- $2.50 each= $10.00 June and July – 2 Movies (includes movie, drink and popcorn)- $10.00 each= $20.00. June-July (2 jumps each month)- Frog Legs (includes Free play, pizza and drink)- $8.00 each= $32.00. June 4, 18, 25, July 9, 23- Ice Cream Man visits us! $2.00 each = $10.00 June 11, 25, July 9, 23- Hickory Dickory Park - FREE. June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28- Auburn Public Library Storytime- FREE. Total Expenses for Field Trips plus a registration fee- $160 for all field trips!
Gymnastics/Cheerleading
Premier Spirit Academy
923-B Stage Road, Auburn
821-7300; www.premierspiritacademy.com
Preschool Camp- Ages 3 & 4; June 7-9; 10:00 -11:30 am, Cost $30. Youth Camp- Ages 5-7; June 14-16; 10:00am-12:00 noon, Cost $40
Tumbling Camp- Ages 8-18; June 21-24; 9:00 am-12:00 noon, Cost $60. Regular Monday- Thursday classes offered throughout the summer too! Mom and Tot, Preschool, Youth, Level 1-3, Advanced Tumbling and Cheer Classes.
Opelika Parks and Recreation Summer Tumbling
1102 Denson Drive, Opelika; 705-5547
June 1st - July 29th. Fees: For classes level 1 and up: One day per week $55.00; Every additional class is $35.00. Parent and Me & 4 Year old classes- $45.00
Level I - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday -Classes- 3:30, 4:15, 5:00, 5:45 (No 5:45 on Wednesday) Level II- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday-Classes- 3:30 and 4:30. Level III- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday-Class- 5:30 (must have coach’s recommendation). Cheer-Prep Class--6th Grade and up- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday-Class- 6:30-7:30pm. Parent and Me (2 and 3 year olds)- Monday 6:00 pm-Wednesday- 10:00am and 6:00pm
4 year olds- Tuesdays 6:00 pm & Wednesday- 10:30am. Tumbling Team- Thursday 5:30 pm
Tumbling Camp- August 2nd, 3rd, and 5th; 3:30pm – 5:30pm and the fee is $25.00.
Summer Tumbling Camp
Fee: $25; Dates: August 2nd, 3rd, and 5th
Time: 3:30pm; Location: Denson Arts Center
Horseback Riding
H & G Horse Quarters
943 Lee Road 57, Auburn
887-0026; www.hghorsequarters.com
An equestrian center located in Auburn offering lessons, boarding, showing, and camp sessions. H&G offers unique camps: Beginner Horsemasters
Session I: May 31-June 4, Session II: June 14-18- Monday-Thursday 8:30am-2:00pm & Friday 8:30 am-12:00 noon. Cost: $320 (discounts for multiple weeks / sibling discounts) Advanced Horse Management and Training-Overnight Camp: June 28-30; Drop off Monday 10:00 am and pickup Wednesday 3:00 pm. Riding Lessons offered in a private, mini-private and group settings. Rates range from $20-$50 and run from 30-60 minutes. Call to schedule your lessons or sign up for camps.
Jubilee Farm Pony Parties
Ponies for any occasion! Come visit the farm or we can bring the party to you. Our farm experience includes hand-led pony rides, carousel horses, miniature donkeys, llamas, pigs and goats. 334-750-3619;
www.jubileefarmponyparties.com
The Stables at Shiloh Farms
730 Lee Road 71, Camp Hill, AL
826-8775; www.stablesofshilohfarms.com
Regular Camps: May 31-June 4; June 21-25; July 5-9
All are Full Day (8:00am-4:00 pm) or Half Day (8:00 am -12:00 noon) Advanced Camp: June 7-9
Roosevelt Stables, LLC
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park
1063 Group Camp Rd., Pine Mountain, GA
706-628-7463; www.rooseveltstables.com
Come join us for a guided tour and travel back in time on a slow paced horseback ride We have over 28 miles of marked horse trails just waiting for you to enjoy. We offer guided tours on our horses and trail maps for those who bring their own mounts. We offer one hour rides (starting at $35 to overnight horse trails ($200) for the adventurous and the interested riders. Camps: June: 7th-11th ; Ages: 10-15. June: 14th-18th; Ages: 6-9. Camp includes: Horse back riding- swimming and canoeing and arts and crafts; Cost: $200.00 per child, per camp
Local Camps
Camp Shakespeare at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival
334-271-5393; www.asfeducation.com; A week of acting, stage combat, movement/dance, voice training and technical theatre. Cost $150-$300
June 21-25; 9:00am-4:00pm; Grades 9-12. July 5-9 and July 12-16; 8:00 am -4:00 pm; Grades 4-6.
July 16; 6:00-9:00 pm & July 17; 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Grades 7-12. July 19-23; 9:00am-4:00pm; Grades 7-12
Auburn Parks and Recreation- Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
French Camp; 5 – 10 years; June 1 – 17; June 22 – July 8; July 13 – 29; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Let’s have fun with French! Children will be introduced to the French language through a variety of fun activities including arts, crafts, song and dance. $100.00 per session
Camp iCare
July 12-15; 8 am -12 noon. Auburn University Learning Center on campus; Ages 6-12 years. The camp is designed to help children learn the basic skills of being both money-smart and philanthropically engaged. Tuition for Camp iCare is $150 and covers supplies, a daily snack, a T-shirt and other special learning tools. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and will be confirmed upon receipt of forms and payment. To register, contact Sidney James Nakhjavan at 844-3524 or
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; or Sharon Wilbanks at 844-4696 or
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. Make checks payable to the Women’s Philanthropy Board. Mail checks and registration forms to the WPB Office at 210 Spidle Hall, Auburn, AL 36849-5601. For questions, call 844-9199.
Camp Invention
Richland Elementary School, Auburn; 887-1980; www.campinvention.org. Children entering grades 1-6; June 1-4, 8:00 am- 4:00 pm. Program features Power’d, Hatched, SMArt: Science, Math & Art, I Can Invent, and Global Games. $210
Camp Kaleidoscope
***Limited spaces. Contact the Dean Road Recreation Center at 501-2930 for availability. Ages: 6-12 years
Join us for lots of fun this summer in day camp. Each week of camp will be filled with games, activities, special guests, and field trips. Campers can expect to discover new talents and abilities, make new friends, and have a blast. Hope to see you there!
When: Monday – Friday. Session A: June 7-11; Session B: June 14-18; Session C: June 28-July 2; Session D: July 12-16; Session E: July 19-23; Session F: July 26-30. Time: Morning Session: 8 a.m. - Noon
Afternoon Session: 1 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Location: Auburn Junior High School
Coordinator: Melissa Weldon · 501-2946
Fee: $75 (Morning Session); $75 (Afternoon Session)
$125 Entire Week, All Day; $675 Entire Summer
Covington Day Camp
Fee: $55 per session (plus $25 activity fee - due 1st day of camp). Time: 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Ages: Entering 1st grade – entering 6th grade
Sessions: June 1st – 11th; June 14th - June– 25th; June 28th – July 9th; July 12th – 23rd. The Covington Staff has a very active summer planned. There will be a variety of sport activities, swimming and weekly field trips both in and out of town. Cook outs and a staff-camper water day featuring a 30 ft water slide highlights and active summer planned with your child in mind. On rainy days, your camper will have a variety of activities inside the gym and game room. Camp includes snack, daily swimming and a t-shirt. Covington Day Camp Staff knows what it takes to keep your child busy! Space is limited. Location: Covington Center
Jesus and Me (JAM) Day Camp at Auburn United Methodist Church
Children entering 2nd, 3rd & 4th grade will celebrate God’s goodness and His amazing grace. This is an exciting week filled with crafts, cooking, drama, games and field trips. The program runs from 8:30-12:00, June 28-July 2; Monday through Thursday and 8:30-1:00 on Friday. Registration forms are available at the receptionist desk. Deadline for registration is May 1. The cost is $50 due at time of registration. 826-8800
P.E.E.P.S Camp (Poultry & Egg Experiences for Prospective Students)
Auburn University 844-2881;
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/ $25 fee. Lil’ Chicks: June 10; 8:30am-2:40 pm; Rising 1-3 graders. Pullets: June 17; 8:30 am -3:00 pm; Rising 4-6 graders. Roosters: June 24; 8:30 am-3:15 pm; Rising 7-9 graders
Plex Camp
Fee: $55.00 per session (plus $45.00 activity fee due first day of camp)–(includes t-shirt, snacks)
Time: 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Ages: 1st grade – 6th grade (Grade COMPLETED)
Sessions: June 1st – 11th; June 14th - June– 25th
June 28th – July 9th; July 12th – 23rd
The Sportsplex staff is looking forward to an exciting new outdoor camp experience. Activities will include arts & crafts, swimming, sports, nature activities, picnics and so much more. Children will be divided into age groups (1st-2nd, 3rd-4th , 5th – 6th) Space is limited. Location: SportsPlex
Robotics and Game Development Summer Camp
June 3-22, on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m
Location: 2205 Shelby Center; Computer Science and Software Engineering Personal Computers Lab, Shelby Technology Center 2205 and Educational and Assistive Technologies Lab Shelby Technology Center 2214.
Ages: middle school and high school
This advanced program introduces concepts and hands-on applications of game design and development, and robotics. Students are assigned individual tasks and work together in teams to complete assignments. They will gain experience with a variety of software and hardware products. All course materials and a snack are included. Cost for six classes is $150 and registration is limited. Registration is now open and can be done Online Registration or by mail with the Registration Form. Pearson Education will fund 10 scholarships for children with disabilities, girls, and children in need. When registering your child, please contact us about any disability needs he/she has that will impact their participation in the camp. Contact Daniela Marghitu at 334.844.6386 or
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Small Fry Camp
Ages: 3-5 (child must be 3 years by the first class)
This camp is designed especially for preschoolers. Children will enjoy hands-on activities, music in song and dance, and many other age-related activities. This program reinforces preschool readiness and promotes socialization skills. Fieldtrips may be offered. Child must be toilet trained to participate.
When: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 8-11 a.m.; June 7- July 2 and July 12-30. There will be no camp July 5-9. Location: Frank Brown Recreation Center
Coordinator: Melissa Weldon, 501-2946; Fee: $125
Summer Ecology Camps! at the Forest Ecology Preserve, Auburn;
June 1-4: Camp Discovery (rising 3rd & 4th graders) incl. Friday evening session; June 7-11: Young Naturalists (rising 1st & 2nd graders); June 14-18: Young Naturalists; June 21-25: Eco-Rangers (rising 5th & 6th graders); June 28 - July 1: Camp Discovery (incl. Thur. evening session) The theme this year, “The Web of Life,” will engage campers in learning about how living things are dependent upon each other and upon the non-living environment. Using the Forest Ecology Preserve as a starting point, we’ll examine food webs and other interrelationships. Check back here later for registration and additional information.
Martial Arts
Auburn Academy of Martial Arts
323 Airport Rd, Suite J, Auburn; 502-7221;
www.auburnacademy.com
Traditional Korean martial arts of TaeKwonDo and HapKiDo. All levels of instruction offered. We welcome all interested students to come by to observe a class or just jump right in and try it out.
Auburn Mixed Martial Arts
2515 East Glenn Commerce Park #204 - Auburn, 887-0818; www.auburnmma.com
Teach realistic, but safe, fighting techniques in the martial arts of: Brazilian Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Judo, Kickboxing and Submission Grappling. We also teach classes in Fitness Kickboxing and Kettle Bell. For our Kids, we offer classes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/Judo and Wrestling. |
