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.
n 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.
n Critter Camp
Through Aug. 8
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-5630
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.
n 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.
n 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.
n Sculpture and Pottery Camp
July 8-11
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Campers ages 7-12 will use paper mache and all kinds of clay to create an object, from practical items like bowls and vases to wild sculptures made of unconventional materials. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $255.
n Outdoor Dodgeball Camp
July 8-12
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Campers develop throwing, catching and dodging skills as well as the agility and stamina needed to play dodgeball and other sports. Participants ages 7-12 will experience individual challenges and team competition. Soft balls are used. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
n EV Fine Arts Fashion Design + Sewing Camp
July 8-12
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Students ages 6-13 will learn to operate a sewing machine, sew garments from scratch and see their designs come to life. A different garment will be made each day. No sewing experience is necessary. The week ends with a fashion show on Friday. All materials are included. Additional sessions take place weekly through Aug. 9. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $495.
n Track and Field Camp
July 8-12
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Boys and girls ages 5-12 will learn the jumping, running and throwing skills involved in the sport of track and field, practicing sprints, relays, long-distance walking, running hurdles, long jump, discuss throw and other events. A meet will be held the last day of camp. Time: 9 to 10:30 a.m. for ages 5-7, 10 a.m. to noon for ages 8-12. Cost: $98/$130.
n All Abilities Animal Friends Camp
July 12
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 express their creativity and share their emotions. Additional sessions will be offered July 26 and Aug. 9. Sign up for one or more. Time: 9 to 11 a.m.
n Printmaking Camp
July 15-18
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Campers ages 9 to 16 will learn about the earliest forms of reproducible media and practice calligraphy and mono, relief and screen printing. Then they’ll apply the techniques to various projects, including a Chicago skyline and pop art prints. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $235.
n Archery & Pickleball Camp
July 15-19
Brook Park
Third and Columbia streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 7-12 will be introduced to a sport that has been around for centuries and one of the newest individual sports in the world with fun and challenging drills and games. . Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
n Basketball Camp
July 15-19
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Campers ages 7-12 will develop fundamental offensive skills including footwork, ball handling, passing, setting screens and shooting along with defensive concepts such as stance work, man-to-man, zone, boxing out and rebounding. Time: 9 to 10:30 a.m. for ages 7-9, 10 a.m. to noon for ages 10-12. Cost: $98/$130.
n Elite Basketball Camp
July 15-19
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
This camp for ages 8-13 focuses on individual skill sets on offense and defense, understanding offensive and defensive play within a team concept and learning proper conditioning for speed, strength and jumping using drill repetition and playing time in games. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
n Multi Sport Camp
July 22-26
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball, soccer and T-ball is this camp for ages 4-6. Organized games will emphasize sportsmanship, sharing and teamwork in a relaxed and safe environment. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Cost: $65.
n Baseball/softball camp
July 29-Aug. 2
Veeck Park
701 E. Chicago Ave.
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
This camp for ages 7-12 will include instruction in skill development, fundamentals and games. Drills for defense, hitting, base running and throwing will be taught, and outfield, infield, pitching and catching segments will be included as well. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
n Chess Camp
July 29-Aug. 2
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This camp includes master level instruction, grand master moves, tournaments, speed chess and team games for beginners or experienced players ages 5-14. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $344.
n Tennis Camp
July 29-Aug. 2
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. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. for ages 5-7, 10 a.m. to noon for ages 8-12. Cost: $39/$78.
n SDFA Musical Theater Acting Camp
Aug. 5-9
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Campers ages 10-18 will develop a show, complete with song, dance, solo work an ensemble performance. The week will focus on famous shows, actors and composers, with the final performance including numbers from Broadway favorites. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $255.
n Pre-Season Flag Football Camp
Aug. 5-9
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Prepare for the upcoming season by learning league rules, fundamentals and game play through drills and scrimmages. Players ages 6-12 will learn both sides of the ball, including passing, catching, defensive positioning and de-flagging. Time: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for ages 9-12, 1 to 2:20 p.m. for ages 6-8. Cost: $130 for 9-12, $98 for 6-8.
n Pickleball & Tennis Camp
Aug. 12-16
Brook Park
Third and Columbia streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 7-12 will be introduced to stroke fundamentals such as forehand and backhand shots, serving, lobbing and drop shots. Through drills and recreational matches, players will learn game strategy, form, footwork and sportsmanship. Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $130.
