n Summer Arts Camp
Aug. 14-18
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
n 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
n 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
n 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
