ART CAMPS
Mixed Media Art
June 14-17
Tianto Art
941 S. Monroe St., Hinsdale
(630) 363-884
Students will participate in drawing and printmaking and create a mask and a kite in this outdoor summer art camp run by Hinsdale resident Chun Ye. An art show and reception will be held in October at the Hinsdale Public Library. Groups will be limited to four to six students. All materials are included. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $185
Drawing from Life
June 14-17
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 7-16 will learn foundational skills to take their work to the next level from master artist David Marcet. Learn to see and draw like a pro. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $213. RR, MD
Summer Arts Camp
June 21-Aug. 13
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Explore the art and culture of three distinctly beautiful American cities right here in our Art Studio. Drop in on Andy Warhol’s Factory in New York City, behold the beautiful landscapes of Georgia O’Keefe’s Ghost Ranch in Santa Fe and meet up on the corner of Haight & Ashbury in San Francisco. Take each theme week in any configuration over the summer. The camp is for ages 5 to 12. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $200. RR, MD
Multi-Art Week
June 21-24
Tianto Art
941 S. Monroe St., Hinsdale
(630) 363-884
Students will participate in 3-D drawing, clay art, drawing and mask-making in this outdoor summer art camp run by Hinsdale resident Chun Ye. An art show and reception will be held in October at the Hinsdale Public Library. Groups will be limited to four to six students. All materials are included. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $185. RR
Miniature Worlds Camps
June 28-July 2
Burr Ridge Park District Community Center
15W400 Harvester Drive
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids ages 6 and older will design ideas on paper and work with an artist to build, sculpt and paint a 3-D world with an African safari theme. Design an alien planet during a second session July 19-23. Time: 1 to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $165. RR
Paintbrush Camp
June 21-25
Burr Ridge Park District Community Center
15W400 Harvester Drive
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Participants 6 and older will enjoy several hours of painting with nontoxic acrylic paints each day. Daily ideas and inspiration will be provided, with small group and individual instruction. Time: 1 to 4 :30 p.m. Cost: $125.
Relief Printing Camp
July 12-15
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Master artist David Marcet will teach campers ages 7 to 16 to plan, carve and run their own series of original block prints. This ancient technique creates handmade art that can be duplicated and shared for years to come. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $213. RR, MD
Animation Camp
July 26-29
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 7 to 16 will explore the history, technology and techniques of this magical, illusory art form and make their own stories one frame at a time. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $213. RR, MD
BAKING/COOKING CAMPS
Baking Camp
June 14-18
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This Whole Child Learning camp for ages 5 to 11 will teach participants the basics of baking as they measure, mix and knead their way to tasty treats. Kids will sample their creations and take some home, too. Masks must be worn. Additional sessions will be offered July 6-9 and Aug. 16-20. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $365, with early bird and member discounts.
Culinary Science Camp
June 21-25
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 5 to 11 will learn the basics of cooking and have a blast in this Whole Child Learning camp. They will make breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks; design an apron; and compete in a Chopped Challenge. Masks must be worn. Additional sessions will be offered July 12-16 and Aug. 9-13 (1 to 4 p.m.). Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $365, with early bird and member discounts.
Farm to Table Cooking Camp
July 6-9
Westmont Community Center
75 E. Richmond St.
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Explore the bounty of summer-fresh, local, colorful ingredients and discover how these foods get from the ground to the plate. Young chefs in kindergarten through fifth grade also will learn what makes certain ingredients beneficial for the body and how delicious they can taste. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $285. RR
STEAM Cooking Camp
July 29-23
Westmont Community Center
75 E. Richmond St.
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Campers in kindergarten through fifth grade will explore the many connections between cooking and science, technology, engineering, art and math while creating delectable dishes. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $355.
Sticky Fingers ‘Kids Cooking Network’ Camp
Aug. 9-13
Westmont Community Center
75 E. Richmond St.
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
In this exciting camp, young chefs in kindergarten through fifth grade will work together in cooking challenges inspired by favorite cooking TV shows. Participants will learn how to use different cooking equipment and techniques, explore flavor pairings and create mouthwatering recipes from scratch every day. Time: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $355.
CAMPS FOR YOUNG KIDS
Guppies Kiddie Camp
June 14-Aug. 20
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This day camp for kids ages 3-6 will offer fun, creative learning experiences including sports, drama and environmental awareness, with field trips and a different theme each week. All participants must be toilet trained. Sign up for the whole summer, individual weeks or individual days. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $200 a week, $45 a day. RR, MD
Zion Early Childhood Summer Camp
June 14-Aug. 2
204 S. Grant St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-0384
Zion Early Childhood Education center is offering eight one-week sessions of summer camp for 2 1/2- to 6-year-olds. Campers participate in theme-based activities that are appropriate for the child’s age group, including games, music, outdoor exploration, creative art, language arts, Jesus time, snack and free-choice time. Sign up for two days a week, full weeks or all eight weeks. The camp day can be extended to 2 p.m. with “Munch a Lunch and a Bunch of Fun.” Jump Into Summer programs are offered from June 1-11; see website for details. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $37 a day for morning session, $29 more to extend day (including lunch). RR
Pokémon Engineering
June 21-25
Burr Ridge Park District Community Center
15W400 Harvester Drive
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Campers ages 5 and 6 will join Ash and Pikachu as they build, capture, train and explore the vast world of Pokémon with tens of thousands of LEGO parts, all while exploring engineering with the guidance of a Play-Well instructor. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $156. RR
Little Wing British Invasion Camp
June 21-25
School of Rock
116 S. Washington St., Hinsdale
(630) 936-4742
https://locations.schoolofrock.com/hinsdale/
music-camps
In this camp, 3- to 5-year-olds will learn about artists such as The Beatles, The Who, Queen and The Rolling Stones as they develop a love and understanding of music through play. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $199. RR
Nature Safari Mini Camp
June 21-22
Lake View Nature Center
17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Take a trip to the wild terrain of Terrace View Park and spot exciting native wildlife. Kids ages 4-7 will learn about local creatures and explore the urban jungle through hands-on activities, stories and crafts. Additional sessions are set for July 8-9 & 29-30. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $39. RR
Lil Buggers Mini Camp
July 1-2
Lake View Nature Center
17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids ages 4-7 will about many-legged friends that creep and crawl with live animal investigations, crafts and stories. Children should come dressed for outdoor exploration. Additional sessions are offered July 6-7 and 19-20. Time: : 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $39. RR
DAY CAMPS
Summer Day Camp
June 14-Aug. 20
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 6 to 13 (grouped by age) will create memories and safely enjoy time with their peers as they experience sports, drama and environmental awareness, with field trips, special guests and a different theme each week. Sign up for the whole summer, individual weeks or individual days. Before and after care (7 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.) are available at an additional cost. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $300 a week,
$65 a day. RR, MD
MUSIC CAMPS
Music Production Camp
June 22-24
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Obsessed with pop, rock or hip-hop music? Ever wonder what goes into making the catchiest songs you hear on the radio? Composer and musician Jon Kostal takes students 8 and older through the production process layer by layer. Campers will collaborate on making and recording their very own songs. No knowledge of playing an instrument is required — just curiosity and love of music. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $177. RR, MD
Beginner Guitar Camp
June 28-July 2
School of Rock
116 S. Washington St., Hinsdale
(630) 936-4742
https://locations.schoolofrock.com/hinsdale/music-camps
Students ages 8-12 can will learn the basic fundamentals of guitar such as chording, tuning, strumming and picking in this fun, five-day camp. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $199. RR
AMI Summer Music Camp
July 19-23
AMI Downers Grove campus
1032 Maple Ave.
(630) 850-8505
Musicians of all instruments and levels are invited to participate in the Beginner Music Camp (ages 5-12), Little Mozart Camp (ages 5-12) or Young Artist Camp (ages 13-18). After care until 5:30 is available at an additional cost. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $375 early tuition through today. RR
MUSICAL THEATER CAMPS
‘Seussical’ Musical Theater Camp
Weekdays, June 7-18
First United Methodist Church
4330 Howard Ave., Western Springs
https://www.musicmakersstudio.com
(708) 246-8222
Music Makers is offering this intensive musical theater experience for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Auditions are by appointment from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 2. Visit the website listed above. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 18-19, on the front porch of Music Makers, 4332 Howard Ave., Western Springs. Rehearsal times: noon to 2:30 p.m. for Cast A, 2:30 to 5 p.m. for Cast B. Tuition: $400.
BAM Broadway Workshop Series
June 14-Aug. 14
https://ticketpeak.co/bam/classes
This is the perfect summer camp for any kid who has a theatrical side. Each camp session offers a unique show and is skillfully designed for a specific age group. Students will learn the foundational practices for musical theater — singing, acting and dance. Each session culminates with a final performance so each student gets to shine. Rehearsals and performances will take place at a location in the Hinsdale or Clarendon Hills area. Openings remain for “Moana” (June 14-19 for ages 5 to 14), “SpongeBob Musical” (July 12-17 for ages 7 to 13), “101 Dalmations” (July 19-24 for ages 3 to 10), “BWS Jedi Masters” (July 26-31 for ages 8 to 15) and “Legally Blonde” (Aug. 9-14 for ages 8 to 15). Cost: $255 plus fees.
CTWS ‘Something Rotten’ Summer Camp
July 5-23
Theatre of Western Springs
4384 Hampton Ave.
(708) 246-4043
https://www.theatreofwesternsprings.com
Kids who will enter seventh grade this year through those who have completed high school will enjoy performing in this Broadway hit. The final performance will be filmed on the last day of camp. Sessions are limited to 50 people (campers and staff) and masks will be required. Times: 2 to 6 p.m. Cost: $500. RR
OUTDOOR CAMPS
Survivor Mini Camp
June 28-30
Lake View Nature Center
17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Campers will learn fun skills like tent building, wayfinding, starting a campfire and being safe outdoors. The program is for kids ages 8-11 and will be outside rain or shine. A second session is set for July 21-23. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $85. RR
nZombie Camp After Dark
July 12-15
Burr Ridge Park District Community Center
15W400 Harvester Drive
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids ages 8-12 will meet at the center then head out to Harvester Park to learn to build a shelter, find their way through the wilderness and survive the “zombie disaster.” Time: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $130
Green Thumb Mini Camp
July 14-16
Lake View Nature Center
17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Children will learn about the growing cycles of plants and trees and their role in nature. Each day campers ages 7-9 will take home a project. Children should come in clothing that can get dirty. An additional session takes place Aug. 2-4. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $85. RR
Fishing Mini Camp
July 26-28
Lake View Nature Center
17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids ages 8-11 will receive instruction on baiting a hook, tying knots, casting a line and handling fish for a safe return to the water. Campers also will learn about all sorts of swimming creatures. A second session is set for July 26-28. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $85. RR
SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS
Volunteer Camp
June 14-17
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Rising seventh- through ninth-graders will travel by and from The Community House to a different location each morning following an orientation to volunteering. Participants will receive a T-shirt and pizza lunch on Thursday. Additional sessions will be offered June 21-24, June 28-July 1 and July 12-15. Sign up for one or all four. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $135. RR, MD
Comedy Improv Camp
June 14-18
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 9-17 will enjoy working with award-winning actress Mina Dillard-Gits, trained at Second City and the Groundlings in L.A. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $213. RR, MD
EV Sewing Camp
June 21-25
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
EV Sewing Camp promotes self-confidence, encouragement and more as students age 7 to 14 work on a different project each day, gaining a great sense of accomplishment after they see each garment come to life. There is a fashion show at the end of the week for the students to showcase all of their hard work. The atmosphere is fun and light-hearted, and all levels of experience are welcome. Sewing machines will be provided for those who do not own one. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $400. RR, MD
Key
RR - registration required
MD - member discount
