2011 summer camps and programs

[Kristi]

Here is Kids Life's list of 2011 summer camps and programs.

And in this thread is another extensive list by the Graduate Parent Support (GPS) program at UA.

Has your child attended any of these camps?
Which ones would you recommend to other moms?

[Kristi]

If you want to learn more about summer camps, check out this event taking place at the end of the month.

The Spring 2011 Interactive Summer Camp and Family Programs Expo
Friday, April 29th from 4:30-6:00pm at the University Tennis Complex.

There will be representatives from summer camps there and kid's activities and more!

[Kristi]

Posted by Fresh Air Family:

We are offering free Gross Out Day Camp scholarships for the children who were victims of the tornadoes.  Please email Paul@FreshAirFamily,org to request your scholarship.

If you can, please donate to the scholarship fund for this award-winning science program. Every penny will go to give a kid a wonderful summer experience. The Paypal button is on our home page at www.freshairfamily.org

 

 

Gross Out Day Camp (It's science but please don't tell the kids!)

 

Fresh Air Family is offering its award-winning Gross Out Day Camp in several beautiful settings. Join expert naturalists as we explore the best of the worst earth has to offer. All in a safe atmosphere, we will explore reptiles, bugs, stinky plants and more!

[Kristi]

2011 Summer Camp Listings


Alabama Nike Tennis Camp: University of Alabama
Ages: 9-18
Date(s): June 5-9; 12-16
Cost: $395 (day camper); $645 (resident camper)
About: The Alabama Nike Tennis Camp is a camp for young athletes to come and vastly improve their tennis game, work hard, make new friends and have a lot of fun. Our goal is to give players the opportunity to hit thousands of balls, improve their technique and be challenged by some of the best players in their peer group. Our camps combine technical instruction and drilling from a top notch coaching staff, supervised match play and a variety of evening social activities.
For more information: Call 1-800-645-3226 or go to http://www.ussportscamps.com/tennis/nike/university-of-alabama-nike...


Alabama Soccer Academy: University of Alabama
For more information: Call 205-345-7465 or email [e-mail]
Elite Camp
Ages: 9-17 (girls only)
Date(s): June 26-29
Cost: $460
About: The Elite Camp sessions are designed to be comprehensive and cater to players and teams from an intermediate to advanced level. The lesson plans will be designed for players who are already competent in the fundamentals of the game. Each day the campers will focus on a particular topic. The technical aspect of that topic will be trained in the morning and the tactical applications of the topic will be the objective of the afternoon sessions. The evening sessions are devoted exclusively to games, so campers will have an opportunity to apply the day’s lessons and finish each day on a high note.

High School Team Camp
Grades: 9-12 (girls only)
Date(s): July 21-24
Cost: $420
About: Get a head start on the competition by bringing your team to our campus this summer. Identify future leaders, learn the capabilities of your younger players and experiment using different systems of play all without the pressure of the season looming. We will make the camp competitive within an enjoyable environment of learning. Additionally, we will educate the players further in the following areas: The college recruiting process, nutrition for female athletes, and soccer specific strength & conditioning. Each night will conclude with a feature game.

Half-Day Camp
Ages: 6-14 (coed)
Date(s): June 6-10
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $160
About: This session will cater to players of all abilities who have the desire to learn and improve in a fun environment. Players will be challenged in a variety of areas, but the focus of the coaching staff will be on skill development. Each day will have a theme and the coaching staff will use their expertise in administering activities designed for technical repetition with and without pressure. Specialized goalkeeper training will be offered.

Full-Day Camp
Ages: 6-14 (coed)
Date(s): June 6-10
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $230
About: This session will cater to players of all abilities who have the desire to learn and improve in a fun environment. Players will be challenged in a variety of areas, but the focus of the coaching staff will be on skill development. Each day will have a theme and the coaching staff will use their expertise in administering activities designed for technical repetition with and without pressure. Specialized goalkeeper training will be offered.


Alabama Swim Camp: University of Alabama
Ages: 8-18
Date(s): May 29 - June 2; June 5 - June 9
Cost: $510 (resident camper); $410 (day camper)
About: Alabama Swim Camp offers a unique and personalized experience for every swimmer, age 8-18. Each camper will receive individualized hands on coaching from a member of the Alabama swimming staff. Our internationally recognized staff is devoted to helping our campers improve their swimming techniques and performances. Campers will be exposed to the same facilities and amenities used by the varsity athletes at the University. Each camper will receive individualized stroke instruction and personalized critiques of all four strokes, as well as starts and turns. All campers will be involved in classroom discussions and lectures involving swimming, nutrition and racing strategies that they can take with them throughout the rest of their swimming careers. Each camper will also be presented with a CD-ROM featuring the camper doing all 4 competitive strokes above and below water. Campers may also receive a voice-over critique of their technique.
For more information: Email [e-mail]


Alabama Women’s Basketball Camp: University of Alabama
For more information: Call 205-348-7077 or email [e-mail]

Fundamental Camp
Grades: 3-12
Date(s): June 12-15
Cost: $360 (resident camper); $300 (day camper)
About: The camp offers a solid foundation in both offensive and defensive fundamentals as well as a better understanding of the rules of the game. Each camper is instructed based on age and skill level.

Shooting/ Position Camp
Grades: 3-12
Date: June 15
Cost: $80
About: The camp offers a foundation in the fundamentals of basketball with an emphasis on developing ball handling and shooting skills.

Day Camp
Ages: 4-9
Date(s): June 13-15
Time: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $125
About: The camp offers young children a chance to build a foundation of knowledge around the game of basketball and better understand the rules of the game in a fun atmosphere.


All Fired Up
Ages: 5-8; 9 and up
Date(s): Ages 5-8 — June 20-24; July 18-22; ages 9 and up — June 13-17; June 27-July 1; July 11-July 15; July 25-29
Time(s): Ages 5-8 — 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; ages 9 and up — 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Cost: Ages 5-8 — $125; ages 9 and up — $150
About: This year summer camp will not only include ceramics and mosaics but also art instruction by local artists Susan Hamner and Laura Sewell. Hamner will explore acrylic canvas painting, mixed media and other fun projects with summer campers, while Sewell will explore clay and the pottery wheel with students. This year, we will also be adding glass fusing to our list of fun things we will do!
For more information: Call 205-343-0015.


Anthony Grant Basketball Camp: University of Alabama
Individual Camp
Ages: 9 – 12th Grade
Date(s): June 5-8; June 26-29
Cost: $400 overnight; $325 commuter

Day Camp
Ages: 5-9
Date(s): June 6-8; June 27-29
Time: 8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $100
About: The main objective of the Anthony Grant Basketball Camp is to stress the fundamentals of basketball dribbling, shooting, passing, conditioning, agility, rebounding, defense and the fast break while stressing the importance of hard work and becoming a well-rounded person.
For more information: Call 205-348-4551

Arts ‘n’ Autism
Ages: 3-21
Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church
Date(s): June 20-24; June 27-July 1
Time(s): 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (half day is 8 a.m.-11 a.m.)
Cost: $750 for full day for both weeks; $375 for full day for one week; $375 for half day for both weeks; $190 for half day for one week
About: This summer we will offer onsite morning specialty camps. Onsite activities include a variety of fun and educational exercises including music, sensory integration, martial arts, expressive and receptive language, piano, art, social skills, cardio kick, drumming, yoga, drama, photography, bibliotherapy, swimming and more! We will have lunch out each day (i.e. Jason’s Deli, Captain D’s, Cici’s, cookouts) followed by whole group field trips (i.e. Movie at the Ferguson Center, Fun Factory, Shelby Park Party, CHOM, Oak Mountain, UA Gymnastics, swimming, Golden Flake Factory, McWane Center). If your child is on a restricted diet, meals can be sent from home.
For more information: Call Cara Lynn Smith at 205-361-3710, email [e-mail], call Jan Sikes at 205-246-6192 or email [e-mail].


Bama Bounders Gymnastics Camp
Date(s): June 27 - 30, July 11 - 15 and July 25 - 29
Note: Before and after care available for an additional fee for all camps
For more information: 205-722-2436 or go to http://www.thebamabounders.com.

Gold Star Camp
Ages: 5-14 (boys and girls)
Times: 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Cost: $225 per child (discounts for additional family members)
About: Gymnastics, dance, swimming, games, arts and crafts, Pizza Fridays and so much more!

Silver Star Camp
Ages: 5-14 (boys and girls)
Time(s): 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $140 per child (discounts for additional family members)
About: Gymnastics, games, arts and crafts and so much more!

Bronze Star Camp
Ages: 3-5 (girls and boys that are potty trained)
Cost: $140 per child (discounts for additional family members)
About: Gymnastics, games, art projects, story time and lots of fun!


Baseball Camps: University of Alabama
For more Information: Call Bobby Barbier at 205-348-4459 or go to http://www.rolltide.com/camps/alab-camps.html

Bama Baseball Summer Super 60 (Pos. Players) Session I
Grades: 9-12
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): June 22
Time(s): Position players/two-way players: 9 a.m. – approximately 6 p.m.
Cost: $185
About: A MVP Showcase/Pro-style work-out where the high school players can display their talents for the Alabama coaching staff. Pitcher only's will throw two innings each in our scrimmages. Any position player that is also a pitcher will get to throw in the bullpen for our coaches. We are limiting the number of entrants to this event more than we have in the past. Please sign up early because it will fill up.

Bama Baseball Summer Super 60 (Pitchers) Session II
Grades: 9-12
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): June 22
Time(s): Pitchers Only: 1 p.m. - until
Cost: $150
About: A MVP Showcase/Pro-style work-out where the high school players can display their talents for the Alabama coaching staff. Pitcher only's will throw two innings each in our scrimmages. Any position player that is also a pitcher will get to throw in the bullpen for our coaches. We are limiting the number of entrants to this event more than we have in the past. Please sign up early because it will fill up.

Bama Summer Youth Camp
Grades: Kindergarten -6th Grade
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Monday, June 27 - Wednesday, June 29
Starts: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Camp Cost: $225.00
About: Our summer youth camp is our most popular summer camp for campers in kindergarten through the 6th grade. This year's camp will cover every aspect of the game of baseball. The camp will be staffed by Alabama Players and coaches as well as coaches from other schools. Make sure to sign up as soon as you can because this camp will fill up. Look forward to seeing you at the "JOE."
For more Information: Call Bobby Barbier at 205-348-4459 or go to http://www.rolltide.com/camps/alab-camps.html
Bama Summer Advanced Youth Camp
Grades: Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Thursday, July 7 - Friday, July 8
Starts: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Cost: $185.00
About: This camp is for the young ball player that wants to take his game to the next level. This camp expands on the teaching of our first youth camp. Campers will be put through more intense drills, learn more advanced skills, and also play games at The Joe. We look forward to seeing you at camp. The camp will be staffed by Alabama Players and coaches as well as coaches from other schools. Make sure to sign up as soon as you can because this camp will fill up. Look forward to seeing you at the "JOE."

Crimson Tide Experience Elite 40
Grades: 9-12
Note: Corner infield spots are SOLD OUT. We are still taking applicants for every other position.
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Sunday, July 10 - Tuesday, July 12
Cost: $875.00
About: Be a part of the first Crimson Tide Experience Elite 40 Camp. This camp is the most prestigious camp we run here at Alabama. Each camper will get the opportunity to see what it is like to be an Alabama Baseball Player along with showcasing their abilities in front of our coaching staff. Every one of our coaches will be here for this camp and you will be treated just like one of our players for three days. As a part of this camp, all of our campers will get their personal locker with name plate. The locker will be filled with two Alabama Nike Dri Fit shirts with numbers on the back, an Alabama game hat, a pair of Alabama Nike shorts, and a pair of batting gloves. Laundry will be done each day on site. Campers will be treated like our players with full practices, pregame meals, motivational videos, games with music (PA announcers), access to players lounge and walk up music. As part of the camp, a written evaluation will be done for all 40 players. Don't miss this great chance to be a part of this special camp. It will be unlike any camp you have ever been to.

Bama Summer 2011 Camp & Showcase (Commuter)
Ages: 12-18
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Sunday, July 17 - Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Times: 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. on July 17; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on July 18-19; 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. on July 20
Cost: $380.00
About: This camp is for the player that wants to increase his knowledge of the game and also learn the way we do things here at Alabama. We will only take players from 7th-12th grade which will allow us to concentrate on more advanced skills of the game. This camp will also allow the camper to showcase his skills in front of the Alabama Coaches. Games will also be played (in the afternoons) and supervised by our coaches who teach and review proper techniques during the games. This is a great opportunity for players to incorporate the techniques they have been taught and to improve their confidence in their abilities.
For more Information: Call Bobby Barbier at 205-348-4459 or go to http://www.rolltide.com/camps/alab-camps.html

Bama Summer 2011 Overnight Camp & Showcase (4/Room)
Ages: 12-18
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Sunday, July 17 - Wednesday, July 20
Cost: $480.00
About: This camp is for the player that wants to increase his knowledge of the game and also learn the way we do things here at Alabama. We will only take players from 7th-12th grade which will allow us to concentrate on more advanced skills of the game. This camp will also allow the camper to showcase his skills in front of the Alabama coaches. Games will also be played and supervised by our coaches who teach and review proper techniques during the games. This is a great opportunity for players to incorporate the techniques they have been taught and to improve their confidence in their abilities.

Bama Summer 2011 Semi Private Overnight Camp & Showcase (2/Room)
Ages: 12-18
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Sunday, July 17 - Wednesday, July 20
Cost: $550.00
About: This camp is for the player that wants to increase his knowledge of the game and also learn the way we do things here at Alabama. We will only take players from 7th-12th grade which will allow us to concentrate on more advanced skills of the game. This camp will also allow the camper to showcase his skills in front of the Alabama coaches. Games will also be played and supervised by our coaches who teach and review proper techniques during the games. This is a great opportunity for players to incorporate the techniques they have been taught and to improve their confidence in their abilities.

Bama End of Summer Hitting Camp
Grades: 7-12
Location: Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Date(s): Monday, August 1
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $135.00
About: You will get instruction from the staff of one of the most offensive teams in the SEC over the last 4 years. Our offensive numbers speak for themselves. Come and learn the way we do it at Alabama.


Brushstrokes Summer Art Camp

Fun filled hands-on art activities in various media with an emphasis on the elements of design. Each camp meets Monday through Thursday for two weeks.
Ages: 5 and up.
Cost: $185 for two weeks with all materials provided
$20 deposit to reserve spot. Deposit applies to $185. Balance due first day of camp. You may mail deposit, payable to Ann Foster, to 1623 Alaca Place, Tuscaloosa, 35401. Include note with child's name and date/time of your reservation.
Location: Brushstrokes Studio, 412C 22nd Avenue, Northport (next door to Mary's Cakes and Pastries, behind Rhubarb's and Baby Bundles)
Camp 1: June 6-16: 12:30-2:30, 3:00-5:00
Camp 2: June 20-30: 12:30-2:30
Camp 3: July 11-21: 12:30-2:30, 3:00-5:00
Camp 4: July 24-August 4: 12:30-2:30
Contact Ann Foster for more information (657 0199 or email at [e-mail])
Website: annfosterbrushstrokes.biz.

Camp Cash: University of Alabama
June 13 – June 24, 9 – 11 a.m.
Hosted by the College of Human Environmental Sciences, Camp Cash is a two-week, Monday-through-Friday experience for middle school students, ages 11 – 14, interested in developing essential money management skills, experiencing college life, and enhancing confidence, self-esteem and leadership skills. To qualify, campers must have an A/B grade average and be motivated to work hard and take advantage of the opportunities available in this unique hands-on learning workshop. Topics include financial goal setting, budgeting, credit use, investing, insurance, wealth accumulation and career planning.
Total cost of $175 includes course materials, snacks and Camp Cash t-shirt.
www.ches.ua.edu
contact Jan Brakefield, [phone], [e-mail].


Capital School
Ages: Preschool – high school
Date(s): May 31-June 10; June 13-24; June 27-July 8; July 11-July 22; July 25-Aug. 5
Time(s): 8 a.m-12 p.m.; 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $160 for each 2-week morning or afternoon session; $320 for full day.
About: Summer Explorations provides care and education to kids. Academic skills are woven into every class using a project approach. Each session offers different choices to kids based on age groups.
If you are asking how to plan 10 weeks of activities for your children, maybe Capitol School has the answer for your family. The Tuscaloosa City and County School systems dismiss school on May 25. Summer Explorations 2011 begin on May 31, the Tuesday after Memorial Day. Capitol School programs end on Friday, August 4 right before classes begin again on August 10.

Capitol School provides five 2-week sessions of enriching, educational topics with qualified teachers (most have earned Master’s degrees). Working parents appreciate being able to drop off their children as the parents go to work since the school opens at 7:30 am. Morning classes meet from 8:00 to noon. Afternoon classes meet from 1:00 until 5:00 pm. Teachers will be on duty until 5:30 so that parents can pick up their children after they leave work. Parents can enroll the child in both the morning and afternoon program and send a lunch since the school will provide supervision during the lunch hour for free. Cost is $160 for 40 hours of instruction in the 2 week class -- just $4 per hour!
For more information: Call 205-758-2828 or visit http://www.thecapitolschool.com.




Children’s Hands-On Museum
For more information: Call 205-349-4235 or visit http://www.chomonline.org

Father’s Day Birdhouse Brunch!
Date: June 11
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Cost: $10 (prepaid reservations)
About: Join CHOM for this fun salute to DADS, GRANDADS, and SONS!!
Snack on great guy food, Build a birdhouse together to take home, then spend the day playing in CHOM’s exhibits!

Museum Madness: “To Infinity and Beyond”
Date: June 11
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: Included in admission
About: Includes crater maker activity; soda straw rocket; planet beads; solar system tours in the planetarium.

Independence Day Bash
Date: June 30
Time: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Cost: Included in admission
About: Includes live DJ; civil air patrol; TCHS JROTC flag dedications; Holt JROTC demonstrations; art activities; hot dogs and lemonade.

Museum Madness: “CHOM Rocks!”
Date: July 9
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: Included in admission
About: Find out just how hard “Rock Hard” is. Break open a geode. Make a pet rock. Play Ruk Shuk, the rock building game.

Harry Potter Fun Day
Date: July 14
Time: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Cost: Included in admission
About: Includes making a wizard’s wand; costume contest; finding the “golden snitch”.

Pajama Day
Date: July 15
Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: Included in admission
About: Come in your PJs for the laziest fun day ever in the museum! Includes making flip-flop house shoes; bedtime stories in the daytime; the best board games; making a cereal necklace; eating CHOM dollar pancakes and best jammies contest.

Back to School Bash
Date: Aug. 6
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: Included in admission; bring donation of school supplies for $1 off general admission
About: Includes DJ Chuckie, games, arts and crafts.


Community Music School: UA School of Music
For more information: Call 205-348-6741, email [e-mail] or visit http://www.music.ua.edu/community-music-school

Preschool

Peek-a-boo, I Love You
Ages: 0-17 months:
Time(s): Mondays 9:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.; Tuesdays 10:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.
Cost: $70
About: Movement stimulates a baby’s vestibular system, which is essential for developing good balance and coordination and new neural connections. Sing, sway, romp and play with your little one using simple instruments and more.

Wheels on the Move and Zoo Train
Ages: 18 months – 3 years
Time(s): Mondays 10:15 a.m and 5:30 p.m. (Wheels on the Move); Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Zoo Train)
Cost: $75
About: Meet our friends on the move and in the zoo with music, movement and instrument exploration.

Meet Mozart
Ages: 3½ -5
Time(s): Mondays 4 p.m.
Cost: $75
About: Listen, play, grow and learn with one of history’s most popular composers. An introduction to basic musical concepts using games, dance, music and more.

Elementary and Middle School

Introductory Group Violin
Ages: 5-7
Date(s): June 2-28
Time(s): Tuesday and Thursday 11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Cost: $85
About: Explore the violin this summer in an encouraging small group setting. Students will learn to play simple melodies including “Twinkle-Twinkle”.

Beginning Piano Camp
Ages: 5-7
Date(s): June 6-10; July 11-15
Time(s): 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $85
About: This one-week camp focuses on musicianship skills including note reading and beginning instruction on piano in an encouraging group setting.

Children’s Musical: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jr.
Ages: 6-12
Date(s): July 18-29
Time(s): 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $150
About: Camp culminates with a full performance including songs, dance numbers, costumes, staging and accompaniment. Directed by Laura Woolf.

Beginning Guitar Camp
Ages: 7-10
Date(s): June 6-10; July 11-15
Time(s): 1 p.m – 3 p.m. (June 6-10); 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (July 11-15)
Cost: $85
About: These one-week camps focus on musicianship skills including note reading and beginning instruction on either acoustic or electric guitar. You must have your own guitar.

Beginning Drum Camp
Ages: 7-10
Date(s): June 6-10; July 11-15
Time(s): 1 p.m – 3 p.m. (June 6-10); 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (July 11-15)
Cost: $85
About: The one-week camps focus on beginning stick patterns and skills including note and rhythm reading. A variety of drums will be introduced throughout the camp. You must have your own drumsticks.

Introductory Group Violin
Ages: 8-12
Date(s): June 2-28
Time(s): Tuesdays and Thursdays 1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Cost: $85
About: Explore the violin this summer in an encouraging group setting. Students will learn to play simple melodies including “Twinkle-Twinkle”.

Summer String Orchestras
Ages: Upper elementary, middle and high school students
Requirements: Currently play violin, viola, cello or bass
Date(s): June 6-18
Time(s): Mondays 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (for students with one year or more playing experience and note reading ability); Tuesdays 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (for students who play at level of Suzuki Bk2+ and read music.
Cost: $75



Craftworks Ceramics and Pottery
Children’s fun-filled ceramic and pottery classes offered on Thursday afternoons
Cost: only $15
Location: 7410 Highway 69N
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone] Call to find out more!


Creative Writing Summer Camp: University of Alabama

We invite local high school students (incoming freshmen to graduating seniors) to participate. No previous creative writing experience is required. The instructors will be published writers who are graduate students in UA’s Master of Fine Arts program. They will lead a two-week exploration of creative writing under the direction of poet and professor Robin Behn. Students will experiment with different forms of writing, give a public reading and create their own publication.

Location of camp: Morgan Hall 301 on the UA Campus
Dates of camp: June 13-24, 1 to 4 pm
Cost of camp: Free
Person to contact about more information: Katie Berger, Camp Coordinator
phone number to call: 402-660-1625
email address: [e-mail]
website if applicable: bama.ua.edu/~cwc/



Dance Centre
Many exciting workshops going on at The Dance Centre throughout the summer! Beginning at 3 years old we have something for the dancer in everyone!

Little Princess Camp (Ages 3-5) Session I: June 13-17, Session II: July 18-22
Broadway Babies (Ages 3-5) June 27–July 1
Beiber Fever (Ages 6-8, 9-10) June 13-17
Fairytale Ballet (Ages 6-8) June 25-29
Hip Hop Ya Don’t Stop (Ages 7-10, 11-13, 14 & up) June 6-7
Triple Threat Workshop (Ages 6-8, 9-10) July 18-22
Intermediate Boot Camp (Ages 7-10) June 6-9
Summer Intensive Workshop (Ages 9 & up) June 6-9
TDC Ballet Intensive (Ages 10 & up) July 25-28

For more information about curriculum, times and registration please visit our website: www.thedancecentre.net or call our office for assistance at 752-5354. Receive discounted tuition if you register before May 25th.



EAT MY BEATS
Eat My Beats is now registering for ROCK CAMP and our NEW SHOW CHOIR CAMP. Eat My Beats Rock Camp is not your everyday music camp. If you are between the ages of 7-17 and want to learn how to become a “Rock Star” then Eat My Beats is the place to be this summer. Eat My Beats is offering 3 different Rock Camp sessions this summer. Rock Camp will give your child an opportunity to meet other musicians, create a band, play a real live concert and record a CD in our studio. We are currently taking applications on www.eatmybeats.com for drummers, guitarist, bassist, keyboard and vocalist.

Our new Show Choir Camp is for all of you “gleek” fans out there. This camp is one week long and taught by college show choir members. This camp will feature today’s hottest music while dancing and singing on stage.

Limited space is available so call 758-9119 or visit www.eatmybeats.com today for more information on pricing and dates!


Ed Allen Volleyball Camps: University of Alabama
For more information: Call Jill Heuer at 205-348-7059 or email [e-mail]

Setter/Attacker Camp
Ages: 12- high school senior
Date(s): July 8-9
Cost: $275 (resident camper); $235 (day camper)
About: Includes five training sessions; specific position training camp, focusing on the technical aspects of each position.

Training Skills Camp
Ages: 8 – high school senior
Date(s): July 11-13
Cost: $350 (resident camper); $310 (day camper)
About: Includes seven training sessions. The camp focuses on all fundamental skills of volleyball and is open to both beginner and elite athletes.

Middle School Day Camp
Ages: 8 – 8th grade
Date(s): July 11-13
Cost: $150
About: Includes five training sessions. This camp is an introductory camp focusing on all skills and game concepts


Elementary Cheerleading Camp: University of Alabama
Grades: Kindergarten – 6th Grade
Date(s): May 31 – June 3; June 21 – June 24 (4th -6th grade only); June 28 – July 1; July 12- July 15; July 26 – July 29
Time(s): Kindergarten – 3rd grade — 8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; 4th grade – 6th grade — 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $65
About: You will learn cheers and dances performed on the sidelines by the Alabama cheerleaders. Camp will be held at Coleman Coliseum on the University of Alabama campus and will be taught by a former or current Alabama cheerleader.
For more information: Call 205-348-3636, visit http://www.rolltide.com/sports/c-cheer/alab-c-cheer-campweb-element... or email [e-mail].


EXPEDITION 33: Alabama Museum of Natural History
Discover Alabama’s diverse natural history by participating in the 33rd Annual Museum Expedition Camp! Participants will have several fun and unique opportunities to work with scientists in the fields of paleontology and ecology as part of actual scientific research to examine Alabama’s intriguing natural heritage. Students, teachers, and adults will spend a week at the Expedition field camp situated in Greene County, Alabama and work with scientists to learn collection techniques, laboratory procedures, and specimen identification.
The Museum Expedition combines real exploration, with real science to create a unique experience and lasting friendships. THIS IS NOT YOUR ORDINARY SUMMER CAMP!
SHARK WEEK: Explore the prehistoric past when Alabama was submerged beneath a shallow sea teeming with sharks and other menacing marine predators. Scoop up shark’s teeth from the gravel deposits in creeks, uncover ammonites from ancient sea beds, and perhaps even excavate a Mosasaur, the Tyrannosaurus Rex of the sea! Our Museum paleontologist and other scientists will lead you on a real scientific expedition to find real fossils and uncover the mysteries of Alabama’s wild marine past!
Two Sessions: Mini-week 1 – June 1-4 (6th, 7th, and 8th grade students – cost $175)
Week 2 – June 5-11 (Open to anyone age 14 and up – cost $350)

DISCOVERING ALABAMA ECOLOGY WEEK– TEACHER WORKSHOP: Join other teachers and educators from around the state for a unique opportunity to discover the rich natural diversity of Alabama. Participants will wander through the meadows, wade in the streams, and paddle on the rivers to become immersed in hands-on study of the geology, soil, water, plants, animals, and people that make up this diverse ecosystem.
One Session: Week 3 – June 15-18 (Teachers and Educators – cost $150)

SURVIVOR WEEK: Working in teams, participants will test their outdoor skills while exploring meadows, wading in streams and paddling down rivers with scientists to conduct a “bio-blitz” of field research and nature studies of the Alabama Black Belt ecosystem. During the afternoons, each team will compete in challenging activities to win immunity and a chance to be named the Ultimate Expedition Survivor!
One Session: Week 4 – June 19-25 (Open to anyone age 14 and up – cost $350)
Course Credit: Students can earn elective high school credit through advance arrangements with their school and the Expedition staff. Teachers can earn University of Alabama continuing education units or professional development hours.
Registration: Space is limited to 20 participants, so contact us soon to reserve your spot. To register for one or more weeks of the program, please complete a registration form and return it along with a $50 deposit to reserve a space to participate in the Museum Expedition 33. Check out http://www.ua.edu/academic/museums/history/wordpress/?page_id=75 from more info and forms.

Kentuck Art Center
Kentuck isn’t just a premier arts festival in the fall—it’s a year-round opportunity for engagement with the arts. Summer 2011 brings a new offering for your children aged 6 and up: Pottery Camp at the Kentuck Clay Place! Taking its name from the popular “Clay Place” activity in the Kentuck for Kids area at the Festival, The Clay Place Studio provides a well-equipped, intriguing place for exploration in hand building and throwing on the wheel. Classes are age-specific, and meet Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuition for all camps is $115 and includes materials. Sessions this summer are:
June 7-9, age 13 and up throwing on the wheel
June 14-16, age 9 - 12 hand-building
June 21-23, age 6 - 8 hand-building
June 28-30, age 9 -12 hand-building
July 12-14, age 13 and up throwing on the wheel
July 19-21, age 6 - 8 hand-building
July 26-28, age 9 - 12 hand-building
Piggyback a morning Clay Camp session onto a 2-hour cooking class at Mary's Cakes & Pastries and your Clay Camp tuition will be reduced by $10. Mary’s classes begin at 11:30 a.m. and run until 2:30 p.m. For more information, visit maryscakesandpastries.com.
To register for a session of Clay Camp, call 205-758-1257. For more information about Kentuck, go to www.kentuck.org, or call the number above. We’re located at the corner of Fifth and Main in historic downtown Northport. Our address is 503 Main Avenue, Northport, AL 35476.


FOOTBALL CAMPS: University of Alabama
Location: Mal M. Moore Athletic Facility
About: The Nick Saban Crimson Tide Football Camp is a non-contact, skills teaching camp that is designed to give each athlete a solid foundation in the football fundamentals needed to excel at his position. Led by Coach Saban and his staff, each player will receive hands-on instruction as he participates in drills and practice simulating those of the Crimson Tide Football Team. As a camper you will receive the same expert coaching that every Alabama player receives.
For More Information: Call Ashleigh Kimble at 205-348-0808 or e-mail [e-mail].

The Nick Saban Crimson Tide Football Camp: High School 1
Grades: 9-12
Date(s): June 5 – June 8
Cost: Day Camper: $260.00; Overnight Camper: $360.00

The Nick Saban Crimson Tide Football Camp: Youth
Ages: 8-14
Dates: June 12 – June 15
Cost: Day Camper: $260.00; Overnight Camper: $360.00

The Nick Saban Crimson Tide Football Camp: Kicking-Long Snapper
Grades: 9-12
Date(s): June 11
Cost: $50

The Nick Saban Crimson Tide Football Camp: High School 2
Grades: 9-12
Date(s): July 17 – July 20
Cost: Day Camper: $260.00; Overnight Camper: $360.00

The Nick Saban Crimson Tide Football Camp: OL/DL
Grades: 9-12
Date(s): July 18
Cost: $25


Forest Lake United Methodist Church Weekday Kids
Ages: Kindergarten – 7th grade
Time(s): Monday through Friday during June and July
Cost: $25 registration fee; $25 daily attendance fee; $95 weekly attendance fee (second child discount offered for weekly attendance)
About: Includes daily devotion, arts and crafts, reading, gym and outdoor play, skating, vacation Bible school and weekly trips for bowling, swimming, movies and Shelby Park water play.


Gymnastics Camp: University of Alabama
Ages: 7 and up
Location: Coleman Coliseum
Date(s): June 11-15; June 15-19
Cost: $595 for resident campers; $450 for non-resident campers
About: The camp offers training to competitive female gymnasts of all levels ages 7 and older. We are committed to helping each athlete reach her potential during her time with us. Campers will have the opportunity to work with some of the finest coaches in the nation while training in a tremendous gymnastics facility.
For more information: Call 205-348-7600

[Kristi]

Indian Summer Day Camp
Indian Summer Day Camp is a week long program teaching kids, ages 9 through 13, Native American arts and life ways. Located at Moundville Archaeological Park, activities include museum and park tours, videos, storytelling, nature hikes, sampling Native American foods, and playing Native American games. Children create several crafts including pottery and baskets or gourd masks.
When: June 6 – 10, 2011 & July 25 – 29, 2011
Where: Meet for van pick up at Smith Hall (6th Avenue, UA Campus) at 8:30 a.m. Or, meet us at Moundville Archeological Park at 9:00 a.m. Afternoon pick up at Smith Hall is at 4:30 p.m. (4:00 p.m. at the park).
Cost (Covers All Materials, Transportation, and Snacks): $200.00 per child (museum members, $175.00 per child). Students need to bring their own sack lunch with drink and wear old clothes. Discounts available for multiple children.
To Register and for more information:
Contact Claudia Cummings at [phone], or email her at [e-mail].


Journalism Camp: The Long Weekend: University of Alabama
Journalism camp for high school students and advisers of print and electronic media.
The Long Weekend is designed to teach creative and efficient ways to communicate through scholastic newspapers, newsmagazines, yearbooks, literary magazines, broadcast programs and electronic media. It allows students to enjoy a taste of college life and invigorate their interest in scholastic media. “We aim for students to leave this camp excited about journalism in all of its forms” said ASPA Director Meredith Cummings.

Location of camp: Reese Phifer Hall
Dates of camp: June 17-19
Cost of camp: $99, includes tuition, room and meals. Free to new advisers.
Person to contact about more information: Meredith Cummings
phone number to call: 205-348-2772.
email address: [e-mail]
website if applicable: www.aspa.ua.edu


Kids’ Junior Costumer Camp
Come join us this summer at Faye’s Fabrics Sew and Vac for a week long sewing camp that will bring out the little costumer in you! Judy Holland will share with the kids how she designs, shops and sews for a show. The camp will include instruction on basic sewing, cutting and gluing skills. At the conclusion of the camp the kids will wear their completed costumes to an enchanted party just for them!
The cost for the 5 day camp will be $250.00 and the fee includes most of the supplies. The children may be asked to purchase a small sewing kit that Faye’s will assemble so that they have supplies at home.
Dates:
June 27-July 1 - ages 8-12
July 11-15 - ages 12-18
Judy Holland as been making costumes for Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre as well as other organizations for the last 14 years. Please contact Judy at [e-mail] or call 339-0444. The camp will be limited due to space. Faye’s Fabrics is located in Northport, Alabama.


Martial Arts Summer programs for children and adults
Location of camp: Bailey's Tiger Rock Martial Arts (Tuscaloosa, Northport, Hillcrest)
Dates of camp: June 12 to August 13
Cost of camp: $149.00
Person to contact about more information: Michael Holt or available staff member
phone number to call: 339-7071
email address: [e-mail]
website if applicable: www.baileystkd.com
The $149.00 includes a Free Uniform ($45 value)
If a child joins, the parent can also join for $40.00 off!


Northport Baptist Church Summer Day Camp
Summer Day Camp 1
Ages: K-5th grades
Dates: May 26-August 9
Fees: Weekly-$80 (M-F)
Daily-$25 (Any one day)
Summer Day Camp 2
Ages: 5th-7th grades
Dates: May 31-August 5
Fees: $25 per day-Camp will only meet Mondays thru Thursdays. Big field trips will be every Thursday which will be an extra charge.
Send questions to [e-mail] or call the Day Camp Office 345-0102



Northridge Summer Art Camp
The Northridge Summer Art Camp is sponsored in part by a grant from the Tuscaloosa Arts Council. This is its second year. Classes are held in Studio 210 at Northridge High School from 9 am till 12 pm each day, Monday-Friday. Students range in ages from 8 to 12 years old.
Cost of the camp is $85.
Students will work on drawing, painting, mixed media, and sculpture during their week of classes. Richard Nowell has fourteen years of teaching experience for the Tuscaloosa City Schools, and is in charge of the camp.
Website for more information: rnowell.weebly.com.


PARA kids Summer Day Camp
Grades: Kindergarten-8th grade
Date(s): May 27-August 9
Time(s): 7:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Locations: Belk, McAbee, Miller and Phelps Center and Faucett Vestavia Elementary School
Cost: $81 per week; ask about sibling discounts
About: Activities will include exercise programs, swimming, skating, bowling, arts & crafts, special events and more. Planned field trips and weekly themes will add fun to learning. Additional outdoor adventures for middle school ages is optional.



Patrick Murphy Softball School: University of Alabama
Grades: 2-8; 9-12
Date(s): June 19-22 (9th-12th grade); June 22-25 (2nd -8th grade)
Cost: $300 (for day camp); $400 (for overnight camp)
About: Dream big, work hard and experience some fun in the sun at the Patrick Murphy Softball School! The 2011 session will be better than ever as we look forward to helping softball players of all levels fulfill their dreams. Whether it is obtaining a softball scholarship or making the starting line-up on your team, we will provide you with the skills, work ethic and knowledge necessary to accomplish your goals. In addition, you will have the opportunity to interact with the Alabama softball players and coaching staff in a fun environment. Come join us for drills and thrills the Alabama softball way! All positions will be covered, including: pitching, catching, 1b, 2b, 3b, ss and outfield. All aspects of the offensive game will be covered as well, including: hitting, bunting, slapping, baserunning and sliding. Features: Personal attention by Coach Murphy, staff and players; each camper will be placed on a team and will have an opportunity to play in the Alabama Softball Stadium; each camper will receive a t-shirt, a certificate and an individual photo with Coach Murphy; professional staff of trainers will be available 24 hours a day.
For more information: Call 205-348-3660 or email [e-mail]


Peterbrooke Chocolatier presents “Camp Peterbrooke”
This camp is a fun and exciting way for children and adults to learn about chocolate. This one day camp is available for ages 8 to adult with 8 spots available per session.
Sessions will begin at 10:30 and last for three hours starting June 8th.
Participants will learn about tempering chocolate and many other chocolate facts. They will hand dip and make their own chocolate treats. We will also help them make their very own chocolate gift basket to take home. Lunch and dessert are included.
Call Peterbrooke Chocolatier at 205-752-0211 to reserve your spot today!


Riverview Camp For Girls
Have you ever seen a place so beautiful, picturesque and exciting that you commented, “I wish I could step into that setting?” Well, here’s your chance! Riverview Camp is located only 3 hours away on top of Lookout Mountain in Mentone, Alabama. Considered one of the South’s leading camps for girls, Riverview is a place where girls enjoy both one and two week sessions of fun.
As a traditional Christian camp, Riverview offers an abundance of activities for campers to enjoy. The age range of campers is 6 to 16, and campers live in cozy cabins (bath rooms and showers in all cabins), often with their “best friend from home.” Perhaps, like some, you will attend camp without a friend, only to find new friends immediately, and continue to return year after year, just to be with those buddies. “My only regret about camping is that I did not begin camping at an earlier age -- because those camp years are gone forever,” lamented a teen from Sarasota, FL recently, who attended camp for 6 weeks. “My daughter will begin attending Riverview when she is 6 years old,” she added. And many do! At that age they “bubble” (love everything about camp)! In order to make camp “parent-interactive,” Riverview downloads photos daily of campers and camp activities...so you will be seeing your daughter(s) while she is there! Of course, this is in a pass-word protected part of the website for parents only. Parents may also send emails free of charge that will be printed off and put into the girls “mail boxes” on a daily basis. And Riverview utilizes a system called “Bunk Notes” that parents can actually send via email to their girls, who can write a note back to their parents…then the camp office emails it to a company who has the technology to convert the note to an email to the parent!

What sets Riverview apart? The staff! Most of the counselors have actually grown up attending Riverview since their youth and have continued to return year after year! Finally, as enthusiastic collegians they come back to camp to give back to children. They sincerely want to have a positive impact on the campers and to support Riverview’s philosophy of empowering youth to make good decisions as they grow up! As Directors/Owners, Susan and Dr. Larry Hooks enter their 29th year as Camp Directors, their message is “We thank God for the privilege every day and we thank you! At camp…it is amazing how children will grow…Grow self-confidence and friendships and values that last a lifetime! We think that “family” is the most important part of a camper’s life and we are grateful to be a part of your child’s “camp family”!

Riverview also offers a Mother-Daughter Weekend that is totally mom-daughter interaction. There is one in April and in August and you can apply on line!

Call now to receive free information or go on-line to view 2 camp videos and enroll as well. You are also invited to come for a “camp tour” prior to camp. Just give us a call to schedule one at your convenience! Call 800-882-0722 or go to www.riverviewcamp.com.


Summer Enrichment Workshop (SEW)
Enrichment Camp for high-end learners Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Location of camp: Matthews Elementary
Dates of camp: June 6 - June 24, Monday through Friday from 8:00am until 11:45am
Cost of camp: $200, if multiple children are attending from the same family then the cost is $150 per child
Person to contact about more information: Susan Zimlich
phone number to call: 333-1614
email address: [e-mail]
website: http://education.ua.edu/departments/spema/gifted-talented-education...
This camp is not tied to a particular school or school district, so people are welcome to share the information with private school and public school children in the area. The application/ brochure is available at the website listed above.
Discounts for UA student parents: $50 off total registration (so a single child of a student parent is $150 and two children would attend for $250, three for $400, etc.)


Swimming Lessons: University of Alabama
Learn to Swim focuses on providing safety and fun in and around the water. Participants learn a solid base of swimming skills and build upon then throughout the program. Our classes are taught following the American Red Cross Guidelines.
Price varies and student discounts are available.Check out http://urec.ua.edu/aquaticsswimlessons.cfm for more information or contact the Main Office at(205)348-5244 or email [e-mail]


The Academy of Ballet and Jazz
Dates: June 6 – July 29
Cost: 6 hours, $99; 10 hours, $160; 15 hours, $225; 20 hours, $280; 25 hours, $325; 30 hours, $360; 35 hours, $385; 40 hours, $400
For more information: Call 205-752-5124

Mommy and Me
Ages: 18 months – 2½ years
Time(s): Thursdays 10:30 – 11:15

Creative Movement
Ages: 2½ - 4 years
Time(s): Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Pre-Combo
Ages: 4-6
Time(s): Wednesdays 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Elementary
Ages: 6 – 8½
Time(s): Mondays 3:30-4:30 p.m. (jazz technique); Mondays 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. (ballet technique); Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. (ballet variations); Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. (specialty class)

Junior
Ages: 8½ - 11
Time(s): Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. (jazz technique); Tuesdays 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. (ballet technique); Thursdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. (ballet variations); Thursdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. (specialty class)

Teen
Ages: 12-14
Time(s): Mondays 12:30-2 p.m. (ballet technique); Mondays 2-3:30 p.m. (jazz technique); Wednesdays 12:30-2 p.m. (ballet technique); Wednesdays 2-3:30 p.m. (specialty class)

Senior
Ages: 14 and up
Time(s): Mondays 12:30-2 p.m. (ballet technique); Mondays 2-3:30 p.m. (jazz technique); Wednesdays 12:30-2 p.m. (ballet technique); Wednesdays 2-3:30 p.m. (specialty class)


The Church at Tuscaloosa Pine Cove Base Camp
June 20-24
Pine Cove is an inter-denominational ministry founded in 1967 and is presently comprised of a network of eight residential camps located in Tyler and Columbus, TX. They served almost 20,000 campers this past summer and serve approximately 50,000 campers all year round. Base Camp is Pine Cove's newest summer day camp coming to Tuscaloosa!! The Church at Tuscaloosa is so excited to be chosen as the first church in the state of Alabama to host Pine Cove's Base Camp! Your elementary aged child (grades 1-5) will experience all the fun activities, great staff, and life-changing ministry that happens in a week of camp.

A base camp is a place where people start a journey. After five days with some of the most fun and exciting college students in the country, your child will be energized for the upcoming year and ready for their own spiritual journey. Campers will experience Jesus through Bible study, worship, and time with their counselor as well as participate in tons of great camp activities. Prepare for your journey at Pine Cove Base Camp!

Specifics About Base Camp
Grades: Entering 1st - Entering 5th
Price: $215; Scholarships are available for those who may need it. Contact [e-mail] or call the church office at 759-8050 for more details.
Days: Monday - Friday
Drop-off: 9:00 am
Pick-up: 4:00 pm
Children are asked to bring a sack lunch and drink each day. Snacks are included in the cost of the camp. The ratio of counselors to campers is 8 to 1.
Activities:
Climbing wall
Inflatables
Waterslide
Team sports
Bible studies
Funny skits
And more!
For more information about Pine Cove Base Camp, please visit their website at www.pinecove.com/basecamps.


Tumbling Tides
Date(s): June 6-Aug. 1

Tumbling Teddies (one day and time per week)
Time(s): Mondays and Tuesdays — 3:30-4:15 p.m.; 4:30-5:15 p.m.; 5:30-6:15 p.m.; 6:30-7:15 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays — 9:30-10:15 a.m.; 10:30-11:15 a.m.; 11:30-12:15 p.m.
Cost: $80

Level 1: (one day and time per week)
Time(s): Mondays and Tuesdays — 4-5 p.m.; 5:15-6:15 p.m.; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays — 9:15-10:15 a.m., 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $80

Level 2: (one 2-hour class one day per week)
Time(s): Mondays 4-6 p.m.; Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $140

Advanced Recreational: (choice of one 3-hour class one day per week or one 3-hour class two days per week)
Time(s): Tuesdays 3:30-6:30 p.m.; Thursdays 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Cost: $290 (one day per week); $170 (two days per week)

Competitive Team: Level 3-8
Time(s): Mondays and Tuesdays 3:30-6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: $290 (two days per week); $340 (3 days per week); $390 (4 days per week)

Tumbling & Jumps
Time(s): Mondays and/or Tuesdays 6-7 p.m.
Cost: $10 per class or $70 for an (8) class Tumble Card

Boys Gymnastics: (one 60 minute class one day per week)
Time(s): Tuesdays 4-5 p.m.
Cost: $80


Tuscaloosa Academy Summer Knights 2011
Dates: June 6 – July 29
Time(s): 8:30-11:30 a.m.; 12:30-3:30 p.m. (all day camp includes both times)
Cost: For ages 3-rising kindergarten, $200 per week or $700 per month for full-day schedule; $125 per week or $400 per month for half-day schedule; for other ages, cost varies based on activities chosen.
About: Our campers love the interaction, exploration and discovery that comes with hands-on experiences in our programs; and parents you have the security of knowing your child is in an entertaining and safe learning environment. Programs vary from week to week but include classes like horseback riding, computer, space camp, painting, sports and arts.
For more information: Call 205-758-4462 or email [e-mail]



Tuscaloosa Barnyard Summer Camp
Every day in June & July
$100 week or $25 per day
Hours: 8 am to 5pm
Call 205-248-0773 or visit www.tuscaloosabarnyard.com.



Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre
Ages: 5-18
Location: Shelton State Community College Martin campus
Cost: $80 for one class; $145 for two classes; $200 for three classes; $250 for four classes.
About: It's your choice as to what classes you would like to take! Instructors in performance, improv, music, movement, voice, pantomime, combat, technical theatre and more are ready to help you become a star. All classes end in a final showcase performance on the last day of classes. Whether you are a beginner or a veteran, these classes will not only be an incredibly fun time with theatre friends, it will enhance your abilities on the stage as well.
For more information: Call Brent Jones at 205-792-8275 or visit http://camp.tuscaloosachildrenstheatre.com


Tuscaloosa Public Library Summer Program

June 4 to July 15, 2011
Saturday, June 4 – Kickoff Party at Main Library
Sign Up starts May 1, 2011
Kentuck Artists will be utilized for our “One World, Many Stories” programs.
All programs are free.

Themes:
Children – “One World, Many Stories”
Teen – “You Are Here”
Adult – “Novel Destinations”

Main Library
1801 Jack Warner Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
205-345-5820

Mondays: Wii for All at 4:30 pm
Tuesdays: Preschool Story Time at 10:00 am
Tuesdays: One World, Many Stories from 2 - 3:30 pm - for school age children between 6 and 12 years old.
Wednesdays: Baby Steps at 10:00 am
Wednesdays: You Are Here at – for teens time TBA
Thursdays: Toddler Time at 10:00 am
Thursdays: One World, Many Stories from 2 - 3:30 pm - for school age children between 6 and 12 years old.
Thursdays: Teen Gaming at 5:30 pm

Brown Branch
300 Bobby Miller Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-391-9989

Tuesday: Wii for All - 3:30 pm
Wednesday: Pre-School Story Time - 10:30 am
Thursday: One World, Many Stories - 2:00 pm - for school age children between 6 and 12 years old.

Weaver Bolden Branch
2522 Lanier Ave.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
205-758-8291

Mondays: One World, Many Stories - 2:00 pm – for school age children between 6 and 12 years old.
Tuesdays: Gaming for All - 5:30 pm
Wednesdays: One World, Many Stories - 2:00 pm – for school age children between 6 and 12 years old.


VALLEY VIEW RANCH EQUESTRIAN CAMP -- CLOUDLAND, GEORGIA
Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain, for 60 girls, 8-17; 1 to 9 weeks, 600 acres, English, Western, Barrels, Vaulting, and Trails. CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your OWN horse. Swimming, pottery, etc are secondary activities. The Jones family is third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls’ dreams come true!

Nancy C. Jones, Dir., 606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA 30731; [phone]; www.valleyviewranch.com.



Woodfield Farms
The dates for summer "Pony Club" day camps are June 6th-10th and June 20th-24th from 9AM-1PM. Also, I'm offering one July 18th-22nd from 9AM-1PM.
Cost is $125 for the week and $95 for additional siblings.
Call Julie at 205-454-6149.



YMCA Summer Day Camp
Ages 4-14
May 26-August 9, 7am-6pm
Swimming lessons, arts/crafts, field trips
Lunch provided daily
$68 per week for members; $78 per week for non-members
Multi child discount; YMCA authorized provider of CDRS


Free Summer Kids Movies at The Cobb Theatre in Tuscaloosa
Shows start at 10am every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Doors open at 9:30am.
June 14, 15, 16
Shrek Forever After (PG)
Ramona & Beezus (G)
June 21, 22, 23
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)
How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
June 28, 29, 30
Karate Kid (PG)
Nanny McPhee Returns (PG)
July 5, 6, 7
Veggie Tales (G)
Cats & Dogs: Revenge of
Kitty Galore (PG)
July 12, 13, 14
Evan Almighty (PG)
Marmaduke (PG)
July 19, 20, 21
Despicable Me (PG)
Barnyard (PG)
July 26, 27, 28
Yogi Bear (PG)
Narnia: Voyage of the
Dawn Treader (PG)
August 2, 3, 4
Gulliver’s Travels (PG)
Megamind (PG)


FREE Summer Bowling for Kids
This summer, your kids can bowl for free at Bama Lanes, our local AMF Bowling Center. Sounds too good to be true, right? It’s not! All you have to do is register your children, and you’ll get weekly coupons via email for two free games per child per day all summer long. Children love bowling; it’s fun, active, social and local and – best of all – it’s FREE!
Free Kid’s Bowling is available until 8:00pm, 7 days a week. The Summer special runs from May 30th- Sept 5th.

[Zarkarella]

I will personally vouch for one that is not on that list. YMCA Camp Cosby is, in my opinion, the best overnight summer camp in the South. I was a counselor there for 5 years and they have the best activities, the best counselors, the best campus... just the best overall. When my child is old enough, he will most definitely be going there for a week every summer. You can get more info at campcosby.org.