Guppies Kiddie Camp
Through Aug. 11
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Preschoolers 3 to 6 years old will enjoy fun, creative activities including sports, drama, music, crafts, water days, time in nature, games and visits from special guests, all centered around a weekly theme. All children must be potty trained. Sign up by the day or by the week. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $55 a day, $250 a week. RR, MD
Summer Day Camp
Through Aug. 11
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This camp for kids ages 6-14 is the perfect opportunity for kids to create memories and safely enjoy time with their peers. Activities include sports, drama and environmental awareness, with each week of camp having its own theme. A weekly field trip and swimming twice a week at the Hinsdale Community Pool is part of the fun as well. Kids are divided by age: going into first grade, going into second grade, going into third and fourth grades and going into fifth through eighth grades. Sign up by the day or by the week. Before and after care is available at an additional cost, as are half day options. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $75 a day, $350 a week. RR, MD
EV Fine Arts Jewelry Design Camp
Aug. 7-11
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Kids ages 6 to 14 can learn how to use polymer clay to make handmade pendants, earrings, necklaces and more. Parents are invited to a display at the end of camp where students will showcase all their hard work. All supplies included. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $430. RR, MD
LEGO Python engineers
Aug. 7-11
Code Ninjas
842 E. Ogden Ave., Westmont
(630) 789-7090
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Participants ages 10 to 14 will build and design autonomous robots that can think like a human, move like a self-driving car and act like a coach after learning the fundamentals of Python Programming. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $300.
Mandalorian Training with LEGOs
Aug. 7-11
Burr Ridge Park District
15W400 Harvester Drive
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 5-7 can learn what it takes to become a true Mandalorian. An experienced instructor will guide campers through the skills and equipment needed to earn the title, using LEGOs to build a gauntlet fighter ship, Z-6 jetpacks and Mandalorian armor. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $162. RR
Mandalorian Missions with LEGOs
Aug. 7-11
Burr Ridge Park District
15W400 Harvester Drive
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 7-12 will master The Way, venturing through the galaxy in a custom gauntlet fighter to rescue Baby Yoda, building grappling hooks to pull themselves to safety and enjoying multiple missions all over the galaxy. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $162. RR
Soccer Made in America Training Camps
Aug. 7-11
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
The Aleks Mihailovic Soccer Made in America training camps emphasize psychological dimensions such as motivation, confidence, leadership and game smarts for participants ages 4 to 14. Camps are offered for beginners, traveling players and the advanced level. Time: 9 a.m. to noon, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 6 to 8:30 p.m. (advanced play only). Cost: $169 for three hours, $269 for six hours, $199 for advanced play with discounts for siblings.
Ultimate Ninas Summer Camp
Aug. 7-11
Ultimate Ninjas Gym
684 W. Lake St., Elmhurst
(630) 789-7090
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Build strength, agility and self-confidence all while having a blast doing obstacle circuit training and spending time outdoors. The camp is for ages 5 to 11. Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $252.
Summer Arts Camp
Aug. 7-18
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This camp offers an art experience based on three major artistic movements and cultural traditions — Art of Asia, Pop Art and Renaissance. Take one or two sessions to paint, sculpt and complete mixed media projects. Sign up for single days or by the week. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $50 a day, $225 a week. RR, MD
Animation Camp
Aug. 14-17
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 8 to 16 will explore the history, technology and techniques of this magical, illusory art form, making their own stories one frame at a time. Tech is included or kids can bring their own if they prefer. Campers are encouraged to work in teams. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $235. RR, MD
Little Veterinarian School Cat Camp
Aug. 14-18
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Campers ages 6 to 11 will role play the key responsibilities of a vet and learn how to care for a cat, including removing ticks, performing an exam, understanding proper nutrition and hydration, suturing lacerations and more. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $310. RR, MD
Wilderness Medicine Camp
Aug. 14-18
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-7500
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
Participants ages 6 to 11 will role-play emergency situations in the wild and learn how to prepare for natural disasters. Topics covered include snake bites, hypothermia, tourniquets, poisonous plants, edible plants, distress signals, forest fires, tornadoes, mosquito bits and more. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $316. RR, MD
