n Summer Day Camp
Through Aug. 9
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids entering first through eighth grade will create memories and safely enjoy time with their peers. The camp offers a variety of creative learning experiences including sports, drama and environmental awareness to name a few. The camp is broken up into weekly themes, with the field trip, activities and projects for the week related to the theme. Before (7 to 9 a.m.) and after (3 to 6 p.m.) care is offered at an additional cost. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $375 a week, $80 a day.
Animal Advocates
Through Aug. 8
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-5630
Campers ages 10-12 who are passionate about animals will participate in animal care workshops, a small animal safari, crafts, humane education, animal advocacy and more. Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $300 per session.
Critter Camp
Through Aug. 8
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-åÒ56åÒ30
Kids ages 6-9 will enjoy outdoor adventures, time playing with dogs and cats, a small animal safari, crafts and more. Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $300 per session.
Summer Arts Camp/Morning Drawing
Through Aug. 16
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 5-13 can start their mornings this summer free drawing or participating in a drawing exercise. This can be taken weekly in conjunction with Open Art Studio (below) at a cost of $210. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. $80 a week, $18 a day.
Summer Arts Camp/Kids Open Art Studio
Through Aug. 16
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids Open Art Studio gives kids ages 5-13 the change to work with a different set of materials each day. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $135 a week, $30 a day.
Watercolor Camp: Global Expedition
June 24-27
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Learn epic watercolor techniques and complete a global passport in this camp, with projects inspired by things around the world, like a California sunset or Hawaiian quilt. The camp is for ages 7-14. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Fee: $235.
Archery Camp
June 24-28
KLM Park
5901 S. County Line Road
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Participants age 7-12 will learn the nationally recognized beginners’ 9-step to the 10 ring progression and become familiar with archery history, equipment, Olympic archery, folk heroes and more. Time: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $130.
Badminton & Pickleball Camp
June 24-28
Brook Park
Third and Columbia streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 7-12 will learn stroke fundamentals such as serving, receiving, smashing, volleying and dropping in two of the fastest-growing sports. Fun and challenging drills and recreational matches will help young players develop. Equipment is provided. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
All Abilities Animal Friends Camp
June 28
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-5630
This camp is designed for children with developmental and cognitive disabilities. Remaining spots can be filled by children without disabilities. Campers will be provided with an array of activities — from interacting with pets to making crafts — that will encourage them to get active, express their creativity and share their emotions. Additional sessions will be offered July 12 and 26 and Aug. 9. Sign up for one or more. Time: 9 to 11 a.m.
Beginning Golf Camp
July 1-3
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Children ages 5-8 will use adapted equipment to learn golf fundamentals such as putting, chipping, pitching and full shots. Hand-eye coordination and proper form will be taught through challenging and exciting drills and practice games. Time: 1 to 230 p.m. Cost: $59
Tennis Camp
July 1-3
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Young players ages 5-12 will learn the game in a fun, supportive and positive atmosphere. Tennis fundamentals such as ground strokes, volleying, serving and overhead shots along with agility, speed and coordination will be the focus of challenging and exciting drills and games. Another session will be offered July 29-Aug. 2. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. for ages 5-7, 10 a.m. to noon for ages 8-12. Cost: $39/$78.
