Day camp
Zion Early Childhood Summer Camp
Through July 31
This hand-on interactive online camp for ages 2 1/2 to 6 offers a fun and relaxed learning platform that encourages creativity and curiosity with themed lessons. Each camper will receive a camp kit with materials that coordinate with the online videos and Flipgrids. When the early childhood center can safely re-open, the camp will transition to the classroom. Cost: $72 per two-week session. RR
The Community House Summer Camp
Through Aug. 21
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
This year’s day camp program for ages 5-14 will have a 40-camper maximum. Children will be broken by age (and siblings) into groups of 10, each of which will stay together for the entire day to guard the safety of the children, staff and community. Outdoor activities will be prioritized. Campers will wear face coverings, remain at least six feet apart and will not share objects. Registration will be on a weekly basis; daily registration and drop-in campers will not be permitted. Program dates and details are subject to change based on guidance from public health officials. Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $300 a week. RR
ART CAMP
Animation Camp
July 13-16
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Academy Award nominated animation producer Ed Newmann leads kids ages 8 to 16 through the history, technology and techniques of this amazing art form and teaches them how to create their own stories one frame at a time. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $213. RR, MD
Puppetry Camp
July 28-30
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Kids 8 to 16 will make and operate simple to complex puppets with the help of Connor Asher, artistic director of Creventive Puppet Co. Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Cost: $213. RR, MD
Summer Art Camps
Through Aug. 14
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Campers ages 6-11 will create various projects in every imaginable medium — painting, sculpture, fashion, graphics and more — with each week inspired by one of three colorful decades — the 1980s, 1990s or 2000s. Each day brings something new with something cool to bring home. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $200. RR, MD
GREAT OUTDOORS
Nature Safari Mini Camp
July 13-14 or 23-24
Lake View Nature Center
17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Children ages 4 to 7 will learn about local creatures and explore the urban jungle through hands-on activities, stories, crafts and outdoor explorations. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $39.
Showtime
Broadway Workshop Summer Camp
July 13-18 and Aug. 3-8
Burns Field
320 N. Vine St., Hinsdale
Summer theater camps will be offered in person with special social distancing guidelines. “Songs from Frozen 2” is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 13-18 for ages 3 to 10. “Stranger Things: A BAM Original Musical” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 3-8 for ages 9 to 15. “Descendants: The Musical” is slated for 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 3-8 for ages 7 to 13. Cost: $270. RR
CT Experience: Live!
Through July 31
Children’s Theatre of Western Springs
4384 Hampton Ave.
https://www.theatrewesternsprings.com
These small, in-person classes are designed to inspire, challenge and teach students while keeping them safe. Topics include creative dramatics, acting, dancing and theater games and improv, with specific shows featured specific weeks. Times vary per class. See the website listed above for a full schedule. Cost: $125 a week for rising kindergartners to rising fifth graders, $175 a week for rising fifth-graders to completed seniors. RR
Beginner Drums Camp
July 13-17
School of Rock
116 S. Washington St., Hinsdale
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
This camp will immerse students ages 8 to 12 in the rhythm section of the rock band while teaching them to play alongside their peers. Campers will focus on drum terminology, kit setup, proper posture, different grip techniques and counting before learning to play iconic drum grooves. Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $199. RR
Intro to Rock Camp
July 13-17
School of Rock
116 S. Washington St., Hinsdale
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
In this camp, 6- and 7-year-old beginners will learn about different rock instruments and be introduced to music theory and appreciation. Ear training, song structure, rhythm patterns and group playing are all part of the camp. Students will have hands-on learning with guitar, bass, drums and keyboards scaled to smaller hands and vocal instruction designed specifically for this age group. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $199. RR
Music Production Camp
July 21-23
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Obsessed with pop, rock or hip-hop music? Wonder what goes into making the catchiest songs you hear on the radio? Composer and musician Jon Kostal will work with kids age 8 and older, taking them through the production process layer by layer as they collaborate to record songs. Participants do not need to know how to play an instrument. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $150. RR, MD
Music Theater Acting Camp
Aug. 3-7
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Campers in sixth through 12th grade will work with Stage Door Fine Arts to develop a show in just one week — complete with song, dance, solo work and ensemble performance. The week will focus on famous shows, actors and composers, with the final performance featuring numbers from Broadway favorites. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $230. RR, MD
Music Theater Acting Camp
Aug. 10-14
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Campers in first through fifth grade will work with Stage Door Fine Arts to develop a show in just one week — complete with song, dance, solo work and ensemble performance. The week will focus on famous shows, actors and composers, with the final performance featuring numbers from Broadway favorites. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $230. RR, MD
SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS
EV Sewing Camp
July 20-24
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
This camp for kids ages 6 to 14 promotes self-confidence and encouragement as participants work on a different project each day and enjoy a fashion how at the end of the week. Students who have their own sewing machines are encouraged to bring them to learn the threading process. Machines will be available for those who do not own one. All level of experience are welcome. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $375. RR, MD
CHESS Camp
July 27-31
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Illinois Chess Teachers Inc. will work with kids ages 5 to 14 at all levels to either learn a new game or sharpen their skills. Camp includes a combination of lessons, play and activities, with all campers receiving trophies or medals, certificates, individual evaluations and photos. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $239. RR, MD
Zombie Camp ‘After Dark’
July 27-30
Harvester Park
15W400 Drive, Burr Ridge
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
This zombie adrenaline camp is perfect for kids ages 8-12 who want to make a night of it. Discover new skills like learning to build a shelter, navigating the wilderness and the zombie “disaster.” Dress for muddy conditions and bring a water bottle. Time: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $130. RR
Zombie Adventure Camp
Aug. 3-6
Harvester Park
15W400 Drive, Burr Ridge
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids ages 8 to 12 will learn basic survival skills and how to prepare for a zombie “disaster.” Participate in daily zombie patrols and stealth contests while learning to build a shelter, navigate the wilderness and live off the land. Dress for muddy conditions and bring a water bottle. Time: 9 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $130. RR
Boy Scouts At-Home Day Camp
https://www.BackyardScouting.org
Home, On the Frontier, a new style of day camp, meets the challenges of these times with adventures like nature activities, Scout skills, crafts and even STEM, all in the backyard. It’s the perfect summer activity addition for kids in grades kindergarten through fifth grade. Best of all, the at-home day camp has all the support of a specially crafted program that can be enjoyed at a self-paced experience accessed at a family’s convenience. Families have two options. The Ranger option is 35-plus self-paced activities that can be accomplished at any time. The Explorer option includes a camp kit with many of the materials needed to complete the activities. The kit includes are a bird house kit, tea light candle, nails, inner tube, potting soil, rocks, paper plates, water bottles, chalk, thread, pine fence wood, owl pellet dissection kit and more. Most activities can also be done with household items. Cost: $20 plus shipping for Explorer kit.
Sports CAMPS
Soccer Made in America Training Camps
July 27-31
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
The Aleks Mihailovic Soccer Made In America soccer training camps emphasize psychological dimensions such as motivation, confidence, leadership and game smarts. World-class professional clinicians instruct players ages 4 to 14 at beginning, traveling and advanced levels. All participants receive a camp T-shirt and a Certificate of Achievement on Awards Day. Note: Participants must bring their own soccer ball, shin guards and water bottle to camp. A full-day camp is also offered (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $249, including lunch). Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $159, with discounts for additional family members. RR
Mini Hawk Camp
July 27-31
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids ages 4-7 will learn the essentials of soccer, baseball and basketball in a safe, structured environment with a lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Participants need athletic clothing and shoes. A baseball glove is optional. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $109. RR
Pre-season Flag Football League Camp
Aug. 10-14
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Skyhawks Sports will help kids ages 6 to 12 prepare for the upcoming season by learning league rules, fundamentals and game play through fun drills and activities. Returning players can brush up on their skills. Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. for ages 6-8, 9 a.m. to noon for ages 9 to 12. Cost: $109, $75 for younger kids. RR
STEm Camps
Body Trek Summer Camp
July 13-17
This popular one-week journey of exploration for students entering grades five to eight has been modified into an online camp featuring interactive games, dissections, special guest visits, and activities and experiments. For more information email Lance Williams at [email protected]. Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $150. RR
Morton Arboretum Science Camp
Through Aug. 14
https://www.mortonarb.org/learning-place
(630) 719-2468
Kids in first through sixth grades are invited to join this online Morton Arboretum camp. The camps are divided into grades one to three and four to six, and each session features a different topic. Topics include Natural Artists, Wild Photographers, Backyard Scientists, Eco-Investigators and Green Thumb Gardeners. See the website listed above for a full schedule. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $65. RR, MD
Key
RR - registration required
MD - member discount
