April 7, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE
KIDSART
ACTING CAMPS AT DRAGON THEATRE
CAMP GALILEO
PENINSULA YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION
OHLONE ART CAMP
ADVENTURES UNLIMITED
INDIA COMMUNITY CENTER CAMPS
SUMMER BLAST CAMP
JIM HEEBNER'S TENNIS CAMP
SUMMER ROCK CAMP
MENLO CHILDREN'S CENTER
LEGARZA BASKETBALL CAMP
MENLO PARK LEGENDS BASEBALL CAMP
STEVE AND KATE'S CAMP
RIEKES NATURE CAMPS
GMS SUMMER CAMP
PACIFIC ART LEAGUE
OMEGA...TEACHING
PENINSULA YOUTH THEATRE
ATHERTON LACROSSE
DANCE CONNECTION
HOPE MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER CAMP
JEFUNIRA CAMP
KIM GRANT TENNIS
LANGUAGE IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP
COLLEGE FOR KIDS
BANDWORKS SCHOOL OF ROCK
MARINE CAMP
DESTINATION SCIENCE
FIRST PLACE FENCING CAMP
CAMP SHORELINE
SHORELINE WINDSURFING AND SAILING CAMPS
MENLO PARK MINI MADNESS AND MENLO MADNESS
HILLER AVIATION CAMP
SOLO AQUATICS DAY CAMP
S.N.A.K.E. CAMP
ANDY HARADER TENNIS CAMP
PLAYSCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
GLENOAKS STABLES HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP
JUMPS FOR JOY
BERLITZ KIDS
HARKER SUMMER CAMP
GOLDEN GATEWAY KIDS' CAMP
NEWTON SUMMER CAMP
NEW MOZART SCHOOL
JEFF ARONS' YOUTH TENNIS CAMPS
DECATHLON SPORTS CLUB
BERLITZ KIDS SUMMER CAMP
RIEKES CENTER SUMMER ART CAMPS
RIEKES CENTER YOUNG ROCK STARS CAMP
CHAMPION TENNIS CAMPS
MRS. REITZ'S SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS
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SUMMER CAMP EXTRAVAGANZA
 
The Laurel and Encinal PTOs are pleased to present you with this second package of information provided by many of the summer camps in the area.  Many camps had not yet published their schedules in January, so we are sending this second mailing.  Camps from the original mailing are included again, and the ones that have been added are designated "New!"

This email is an supplement to the weekly newsletters and goes to the Laurel and Encinal newsletter mailing lists.  We hope this will help you in your summer planning. You will not find camp information in the weekly newsletter - it's all here in this Summer Camp Extravaganza! 

Please note that the Encinal PTO and the Laurel PTO do not sponsor or endorse any of the organizations listed below. If you have questions about the camps, please contact a camp representative directly.

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KIDSART - LOS ALTOS New!
We offer week-long summer workshops designed to broaden perception, abilities and affinity for different media, as well as spark a desire for learning as a young artist.  Workshops include Clay Sculpture, Animation, Anime/Cartooning, Figure Drawing, Palette of Art, & our Storybook workshop for ages 4 and up.
 
Ages: 4 and up
Camp Location: 949 Fremont Ave., Los Altos
Times: 8:30-11:30 am (all ages) and 12:00-3:00 pm (ages 7 & up), half or full day
Days: Monday through Friday
Sessions: Weekly Jun 14 through August 13
Contact:  650-948-4719 or kidsart_losaltos@yahoo.com
 
KidsArt Website
SUMMER ACTING CAMPS AT DRAGON THEATRE New!

Acting Camp
Final showcase featuring each student Saturday June 26 @ 3pm
Max. 12 students
Ages: 8-11
Session: June 14-25
Times:
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fees:
$300
Website: www.dragonproductions.net

Theatre and Science Camp!
An underwater play about Tide Pools and fun science projects about Tide Pools with a field trip to Tide Pools (parents are welcome to attend the field trip)!
Final show July 23rd at 11:30 am
Ages: 5-9
Session: July 12th-23rd, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fees: $400
Contact: susiemay@gmail.com

Acting Camp

Final showcase featuring each student Saturday Aug21 @ 4
Max. 12 students
Ages: 12-14
Times: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Session:
August 9-20
Fees
: $300
Website:
www.dragonproductions.net
CAMP GALILEO AND GALILEO SUMMER QUEST New!
Camp Galileo
Camp Galileo is a summer day camp where kids enjoy art, science and outdoor programming every day. This summer we are offering *four exciting weeks of curriculum*: Ocean Expeditions, Mission to the Moon & Psychedelic '60s, Amusement Park Engineers & Medieval Art and Adventures in Flight & Egyptian Art.

Galileo Summer Quest
Summer fun designed with older campers in mind! Design your perfect summer day, choosing from a selection of "Majors," such as Fashion Design, Go-Karts and Video Game Design. Campers also participate in two "Minors" from a variety of topics, including Hip-Hop Dance, Science of Explosions and Sports.

Grades:  Pre-K to 5th for Camp Galileo, 5th to 8th for Galileo Summer Quest
Contact: 800-854-3684.

Galileo Website
PENINSULA YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION New!
Learn to Sail in the most popular beginner sailboat from some of the best sailors in the Bay Area. We sail in Opti sailboats and each sailor gets to be the skipper in their own boat. You will learn the basics of sailing and will be able to sail upwind and downwind over a specific course along with all needed skills to sail your own boat. PYSF is the most successful junior sailing program on the Peninsula. Safety motorboats are provided and we have at least 1 instructor for each 3-4 sailors. We provide all equipment needed but you may bring your own PFD if you have one. Pack a lunch and learn to sail and learn to race at PYSF.

Location: 1200 Chesapeake Dr, Redwood City (east of 101 off Seaport Dr)
Days: Monday through Friday
Sessions: 8 weekly sessions, June 21 through August 20, including 3 August sessions
Fees: $215/$335/385 depending on length of class (see website for details)

Peninsula Youth Sailing Foundation Website
OHLONE ART CAMP New!
Silk painting, embroidery, mosaics, masks and more! Let's create ART AL FRESCO under a canopy! Play with my two rambunctious and very friendly dogs, Sugar and Kita, and even hold Willy the corn snake!  I BUILT A COOP AND CHICKENS WILL BE EAGER TO MEET YOU!! Don't feel like drawing today? Bring your book and read or visit the vegetable garden! Weed pullers welcome!!

Ages: 5 and up
Location: In my back yard at 245 Wilton Avenue in Palo Alto.
Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday
Sessions: Weekly June 14 through August 20
Fees: $350/week (or $200/week for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Contact: Kristen Lohnes Johnson at 493-4383 or graffikdezine@comcast.net

Ohlone Art Camp Website
ADVENTURES UNLIMITED New!
Come join us for exciting, fun-filled activities this summer at New Beginnings Preschool. Here the child's mind will journey through the regions of space, expeditions of camping, mysteries of the sea, and discoveries of the animals. These delightful experiences will help your explorers make memories that will last a lifetime.
 
Aloha Hawaii                                       (June 14 - June 18)
Explore the Stars                                 (June 21 - June 25)
The Amazing Circus                            (June 28 - July 2)
Let's Go Camping                                (July 5 - July 9)
Spiders, Bugs, and Creepy Things      (July 12 - July 16)
Amazing Ocean Animals                      (July 19 - July 23)
Splish-Splash                                       (July 26 - July 30)
Splish-Splash                                       (August 2 - August 6)
 
Ages: 3 years - 5 years
Location:  New Beginnings PreSchool, 1100 Middle Avenue, Menlo Park
Days: Monday - Friday (Two, Three, or Five day programs)
Time:  9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Contact: 325-2190
INDIA COMMUNITY CENTER CAMPS New!
India Community Center (ICC), located in the heart of Silicon Valley,  is the largest non-profit Indo-American Community Center and facility in North America.  The annual ICC Summer Camp is one of our most popular and mission critical programs. The camp is a way for the broader community to learn about Indian culture. It is also a place where South Asian children can discover, accept and love their own culture. Explore the rich culture & heritage of India through Yoga, Indian Music, Dance, Craft Activities and Indian Sports.

Grades: K-5th
Location: Keys School, 3981 El Camino Real, Palo Alto,
Session 1: June 21 - 25: *Indian Cultural Immersion Camp
Session 2: June 28 - July 2: *Hindi Language Camp (Basic)
Session 3: July 12 - July 16: *Bollywood Dance Camp (Basic)
Contact: 408-416-0215

India Community Center Camp Website

SUMMER BLAST CAMP New!
Summer BLAST! Camp is designed to be just that... a BLAST! Our mission is to create a ridiculously exciting and inviting camp for your child, a camp where they are encouraged to participate in and enjoy a fun, safe, and physically active environment. Each day, we will expose your child to a wide variety of games, activities, and water play uniquely designed to minimize competition and maximize FUN! So join us this summer... We know your child will have a BLAST!

Summer Blast Camp Website
JIM HEEBNER'S TENNIS CAMP New!
Enjoy a fun tennis program with Jim Heebner. Programs
are a combination of fundamentals, drills, fun games and
learning the rules of tennis. One-hour group lessons also available for ages 5 to 13.

Ages: 6-13
Location: Nealon Park in Menlo Park
Time: 6-13, 9am-12noon
Fees: $213 Menlo Park Residents/$287 Non-Residents
Sessions: Weekly (Mon-Fri) 7/26 through 8/13  
Contact: Jim Heebner Director, jimsportsandfun@aol.com
Note: Jim Heebner, USPTA Tennis Pro

Registration: You may sign up after April 26 at www.menlopark.org/registration
 
www.sportsandfun.com
SUMMER ROCK CAMP New!
Come have fun learning songs in an environment geared towards learning about playing the music that you love with other people.  Most of the quality gear is provided.  Including: a recording session, master classes, clinics, and final Friday night performance.

Ages: 8 -18   Kids are grouped by experience, age, and musical taste.
Locations: J ACE J Music Studios 2992 Spring St. #A, Redwood City
                   Other locations in Palo Alto.
Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (depending on the week)
Sessions: July 5-August 6
Contact: summerrockcamp@gmail.com or 650-722-1581
Note: Some camps fill early, however we accept registrations throughout the summer
 
Summer Rock Camp Website

MENLO CHILDREN'S CENTER New!
Join the summer fun at our full day summer camp... Swimming, fieldtrips, crafts, cooking projects, talent shows, and more!

Session 1: June 21-July 16
Session 2: July 19-August 13
Contact: 330-2262

Menlo Children's Center Website
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LEGARZA BASKETBALL CAMP New!
Legarza Basketball Camp gives youths the knowledge and motivation they need to achieve their personal best in basketball and life. Kids thrive in a safe, professional, and encouraging environment of learning and fun.

Grades: K - 8th
Locations:
      San Mateo - Aragon High School
      San Carlos - Payes Place
      Woodside - Woodside Elementary
      (Additional Locations Listed on Website)
Sessions: Weekly June 14 through August 20 ( MAY 29-30, FREE CAMP)
Days:
Monday - Friday
Morning Camp: 8:15 a.m. to 12 noon
Afternoon Camp: 1:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
All Day Camp: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.(Lunch Supervision Included)
     FREE Extended Care: 7:30 a.m. drop-off / 5:30 p.m. pick-up
Fees: Morning or Afternoon camp $185, All Day Camp $370
Note: GROUPS OF FOUR or more $155 EACH
Contact: 415-334-3333 or contact@legarzabasketball.org
 
Legarza Website

 
MENLO PARK LEGENDS BASEBALL CAMP New!
The Menlo Park Legends are geared up for another fun filled summer of camps and semi-pro baseball! This summer, the Menlo Park Legends summer collegiate baseball team will be running 5 weeks of camp at Menlo Atherton High School. Like last years camp, we will focus on skill development and engendering a love of baseball in each camper.  All counselors will be certified by the Positive Coaching Alliance as we firmly believe that while we are working hard to develop skills we want the most positive and constructive learning atmosphere possible.

Ages: 6 to 15
Location: Menlo-Atherton High School
Times: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Extra Innings Extended Care offered every day from 2:30-5:00pm
Days:
Monday-Friday
Sessions: Weekly June 28-July30
Fees: $325
Contact: David Klein at 387-4427 or mplegends@gmail.com

Menlo Park Legends Camp Website
STEVE AND KATE'S CAMP New!
Celebrating 30 years. Steve & Kate's Camp conforms to kids, not the other way around. Campers choose minute-to-minute from a tantalizing array of activities including everything from Filmmaking, Culinary Arts and Sewing to Bungee Jumping, Bumper Cars and Basketball.

Parents get maximum flexibilty and convenience with our two ways to play. You may buy any number of days and use them anytime. Unused days are refunded automatically at the end of the summer. Or join usfor the whole summer with our Membership. Fees are all-inclusive and cover the hours from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, an organic lunch,
snacks and drinks. You don't have to pack a thing.

Grades: K-7
Locations: Palo Alto and seven other Bay Area locations
Hours: 7:30am to 6pm

Dates: June 14 to August 13

Steve and Kate's Camp Website
RIEKES NATURE CAMPS New!
Whatever your natural passion may be, we can help you achieve your goal.  Join us for an unforgettable summer adventure at one of the following camps. Camps for older students also available - see website.

Nature Explorers
We will spend our days playing nature-based games, learning survival skills, science-based natural history, and simply enjoying nature in the warm summer sun.
Ages: 8-12    Dates: June 14-18 Cost:  $360 

Surf Camp
Learn the fundamentals of surfing, body boarding, and body surfing.  Surfers will also learn wave judgment and ocean safety from certified lifeguards and experienced surf instructors. Connect to the powerful source of life - the sea. 
Ages: 6 and up     Dates: July 12-16, Aug 2-6  Cost:  $385 per session.

Bay-to-Sea Day Camp - Local Nature Expedition
Travel from the waterfowl rich wetlands of San Francisco Bay to the sands of the Pacific ocean and everywhere in between as we track bobcats, explore riparian river mouths and play lots of fun games. Learn to view the natural landscape of their "backyard" through a new awareness to the natural world.
Ages: 9-13     Dates: July 19-23, Aug 9-13 Cost:  $375 

Contact for all camps:  Mark Batcheler, mark@riekes.org or 650-298-3405.

Riekes Nature Camps Website
GMS SUMMER CAMP New!
Hurry and sign up for our exciting and new GMS Summer Camp program. The camp, modeled after our wildly popular intersession weeks, will consist of four one-week sessions, beginning June 21, for girls entering 4th through 7th grades. The mornings will feature engaging units like digital photography, rockets, drama and podcasting to kitchen chemistry. For those staying for the afternoon sessions, called Moving & Making, students will rotate through fun activities that include sports and games, swimming, arts and crafts. Space is limited so sign up today.

GMS Summer Camp Website
PACIFIC ART LEAGUE New!
At the Pacific Art League, we offer one week long art camps for kids in downtown Palo Alto. The summer camps run from July 5th through August 20th. Your child will have fun and learn about art in a safe and nurturing environment.  Most classes cost $190 for the one week morning or afternoon session.

Ages: 5 to 18
Location: Pacific Art League, 668 Ramona Street, Palo Alto
Times: 9 a.m. to noon (morning session) and 1 to 4 p.m. (afternoon session).  You can also sign up your child for supervised lunch from 12-1 p.m.
Contact: 650 321-3617

Pacific Art League Website
OMEGA  TEACHING SUMMER SEMINARS New!
English writing classes and Intro to Mandarin classes offered weekly. Writing classes taught by Jennifer Tsay, BA Stanford, JD Harvard.  Jennifer is a local Menlo Park parent and teaches afterschool writing at Hillview. Mandarin classes taught by Jean Liang, native Mandarin speaker, PhD Harvard.  Jean has taught at Castelleja.

English Writing classes include: Writing in Action, Writing with the Five Senses, Going to the Dogs, Intro to Literary Analysis
Mandarin Classes include: Greetings, Counting, Colors, Flora & Fauna, Dining Out

Grades: Entering 4th -10th (varies per subject)
Class Size: 4-8 students per session
Location: Omega Teaching, 1030 Curtis St., #201, Menlo Park, (across from Trader Joe's)
Summer Classes: Week long, half day sessions offered all summer June 14- August 20
Times: AM 9:30-12:30 or PM 2-5.
Fees: $320 per weekly session (15 hours). Discounts for siblings, multiple sessions,
referrals, or enrollment by April 30th.
Contact: Please email jennifer@omegateaching.com to receive complete schedule,
description and enrollment form. Phone: 650-324-1662.
PENINSULA YOUTH THEATRE: THEATRE IN THE PARK New!
Popular two-week day camps where students not only act, but also design and construct the sets, props and costumes!  At the end of camp students give a free public performance.

Ages: 7-14 (ranges vary by camp)
Locations: Mountain View Community Center, Landels School, Saratoga Recreation, Peninsula Youth Theatre Studios, Congregation Beth Am
Times: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Session Dates:
June 14 - 25
June 21 - July 2
June 28 - July 9
July 6 - 16
July 12 - 23
July 19 - 30
July 26 - August 6
August 2 - 13
Contact: Katie O'Bryon at 650.988.8798 x302, kobryon@pytnet.org
Fees: $425 for two week session

Peninsula Youth Theatre Website

ATHERTON LACROSSE CAMPS New!
Offering beginners to Intermediate Boys and Girls a chance to learn the hottest new sport in West Coast schools.  Come out to the park to learn to play this fantastic sport (Sports Illustrated calls it the "fastest growing sport in the U.S.") and have fun with new friends.  Great opportunity for families to learn more about Lacrosse!!  We put the FUN in Fundamentals of Lacrosse!  New Bay Area locations this summer!
 
Ages: 7 - 15
Locations: Atherton, Belmont,  Palo Alto. Los Altos Hills & More
Sessions: Weekly beginning June 14 to August 16
Contact: AthertonLacrosse@Gmail.com
 
Atherton Lacrosse Website
DANCE CONNECTION New!
Palo Alto's Dance Connection offers a variety of summer dance camps for ages 4 and up.  Please follow the brochure link below for a complete listing and descriptions.

Summer Dance Camp Brochure

Dance Connection Website and Registration
HOPE MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER CAMP Updated!
This summer, come explore the world of singing, dancing and acting!!  Everyone will get their chance to shine.  In just 2 weeks we will put on an entire show:  We build sets, create costumes, make props, learn great songs from the Broadway classics, and play wonderful characters. On the last day of camp there is a full performance for family and friends.  

Grades: Entering 2nd - 6th grade OR entering 7th grade and up for Counselor's in Training
Location: Palo Alto High School (Haymarket Theatre)  50 Embarcadero Rd, Palo Alto 
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 noon or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sessions: Two week sessions June 14 to August 20
Fees: $480 early bird (before March 1); $510 (after March 1)
Contact: Sarah Hope at Sarah@HopeMusicalTheatre.com or 568-3332

Hope Musical Theatre Website

Download Hope Musical Theatre Registration Form
deeelish JEFUNIRA CAMP
Jefunira Camp offers an exciting and unique program of good old-fashioned summer fun!  We have a mix of the active (capture the flag, soccer, tag), the unique (star wars, ga ga, bennitch), and the alternative (cooking, house of cards, story telling).  These sample activities provide only a glimpse of the fun kids have at Jefunira Camp.


Ages: 4 years old to entering 9th grade
Location: Nixon Elementary School, 1711 Stanford Avenue, Stanford CA 94305
Time: Monday through Friday,  9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (pre and post camp care available)
Session 1: June 14 - June 25
Session 2: June 28 - July 9
Session 3: July 12 - July 23
Session 4: July 26 - August 6
Fees: $800 per two-week session
Contact:
Jeff Gamble (Camp Director), 291-2888, director@jefuniracamp.com
Note: Applications can be downloaded from our website, jefuniracamp.com, scholarships offered, all staff are college aged or older

American Camp Association Accredited

Jefunira Website
KIM GRANT TENNIS ACADEMY
Learn to play like a pro from a pro.  Learn the "Modern Game"; fundamentals, stroke analysis, tactical drills, mental toughness, fitness conditioning, match play, video analysis.

Ages: Minis/Beginners (ages 3-12), Juniors (intermediate and high performance).
Location: 3005 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94305
Sessions: Weekly June 14 through August 15
Contact: 752-8061
Note: Early registration discounts available.

Kim Grant Tennis Academy Website
LANGUAGE IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP - INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE PENINSULA
Three 2-week sessions are offered either in French, Chinese, Spanish or ESL for students. Students are grouped according to both grade level and language proficiency. During each session, students participate in morning language classes and afternoon activities (art, sports and games). Field trips and guest speakers are planned to enrich each themed session. A wonderful opportunity for your child to discover or improve a second language in an interactive and dynamic way!

Grades: Nursery through middle school
Location: International School of the Peninsula, Palo Alto
Time: Monday through Friday form 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (half day option available for Nursery and Pre-K)
Session I: Globetrotter's Adventure: June 21 -July 2
Session II: Lights, Camera, Action!: July 5 - July 16
Session III: Safari Adventure: July 19 - July 30
Contact: BeatriceBergemont@istp.org

International School of the Peninsula Website
COLLEGE FOR KIDS
Voted "2009 Best Enrichment Program" by the readers of the Bay Area Parent Magazine, College for Kids is celebrating its 18th year anniversary of fun learning for youths entering 5th through 9th grades.  The program combines the fun of summer camp with the educational benefits of a college setting. College for Kids enhances basic skills and the development of new abilities through classes in computers, creative art, math, sciences, language arts, sports and other topics of academic merit and interest.  Offered through the Community Education division of the San Mateo County Community College District.

Grades: 4th through 8th
Location:  Skyline College: 3300 College Drive, San Bruno  
and College of San Mateo, 1700 W. Hillsdale Blvd., San Mateo
Days: Monday through Thursday
Times: 
1:30 - 4:45 p.m. daily
Sessions I: Skyline College, June 14 - July 1
Sessions II: College of San Mateo, July 6 - 22
Fees: Early bird by May 14, $385; After May 14, $399
Contact:   Community Education, Sylvia at 574-6149 or communityed@smccd.edu

Note: Register early, space is limited!

College for Kids Website 
BANDWORKS SCHOOL OF ROCK CAMP
BandWorks School of Rock Camp is open to beginners through advanced, older teen players.  Top musician-instructors create a fun and supportive environment while teaching kids the skills they need to play in a rock band.  Students are rocking out in a live performance at the end of the week.

Ages: 8 -18 year olds.  Kids are grouped by age.
Locations: San Carlos Charter Learning Center, 750 Dartmouth Ave., San Carlos, CA
                   Oak Elementary School, 1501 Oak Ave., Art Room,  Los Altos, CA
                   Other locations in Oakland, San Ramon, and Orinda
Time: 9:00 a.m. to noon and/or 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sessions: June 14 - August 27 (offerings vary by site)
Contact: info@bandworks.com or 510-THE BAND (843-2263)
Note: Some camps fill early, however we accept registrations throughout the summer

Bandworks School of Rock Website
MARINE CAMP
Marine Science Institute Summer Marine Camp is a marine biology based camp for kindergarten through 12th grades. Participants spend a week exploring the San Francisco Bay and Pacific Coastline.  Our hands-on curricula is designed for children to explore marine life faces-to-faces. Each camp will spend a day on the San Francisco Bay aboard our ship, the Robert G. Brownlee.

Ages: K-12
Location:
Marine Science Institute, 500 Discovery Parkway, Redwood City
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. (K-1st grades) and 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (2nd-12th grades)
Days: Monday through Friday
Sessions:
Weekly camps from June 21 through August 20
Contact: Julie Xelowski-Brooker at julie@sfbaymsi.org
Note: Registration begins February 1. Camps fill fast!

Marine Camp Website
deeelishDESTINATION SCIENCE Updated!
Our 4 week program is bursting with scientific adventure, like building robots, designing inventions & soaring into the solar system. 

Campers participate in 20 exciting hands-on science activities each week, plus bring all of the projects home with them.   Our camp boosts science confidence & includes creative challenges, character building, artistic design and outdoor games. Busting Myths With Cool Science, Robots Versus Aliens, G Force Rockets & Moon Blasters, and Fizz! Bang! Pop! Flash!!
 
Ages: 5 to 11
Locations: Palo Alto at Juana Briones School, also in Los Altos, Belmont and San Mateo
Times: 9 to 3:30, Extended Care is optional 8 to 5:30
Sessions: Weekly June 14 through August 14
Contact: 1-888-909-2822
Note: Early Bird Savings - Enroll by April 30th & Save Up To $120!

Destination Science Website
FIRST PLACE FENCING CAMP
Special early summer session fencing camp for youths!  This camp will teach youngsters the basics of the sport of fencing.  We will provide the equipment and the great experience. Learn to attack, parry and riposte as you fence through the summer with swords!

First Place Fencing Club will provide equipment, water and on occasions, some snacks.  Campers must wear appropriate clothing:  t-shirt and shorts or sweatpants (athletic pants), socks and shoes with laces or
velcro that ensures the foot stays in the shoe.


Ages: 6 to 10 years old
Location:  First Place Fencing Club at First Place Training Center, 835 E San Carlos Ave, Suite B, San Carlos
Times:  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Session 1:  June 21 - June 25
Session 2: June 28 - July 2
Contact:  592-1619 or start@firstplacefencing.com
Fees:  $279/session.  Sign up before May 1 and receive a $30 discount.

First Place Fencing Website
CAMP SHORELINE
Discover Camp Shoreline nestled in a wildlife sanctuary.  Learn to kayak, canoe, row and cycle the pedalboats. Participate in the craft activities, take a sailboat ride, hike in the natural surroundings, learn about Shoreline Park, birdwatch in its wildlife sanctuary, and visit the historic Rengstorff House museum. It's enough to engage the energies of the liveliest child!

Ages: 5-11 yrs (grouped by age)
Location: Shoreline Lake, Mountain View-3160 N. Shoreline Blvd.
Days: Monday through Friday
Sessions: 10 Weekly sessions June 14 through August 20
Contact: Christina Ferrari at boathouse@shorelinelake.com or 965-7474
Fees: $335
Note: Lunch option as well as extended care is offered

Camp Shoreline Website
SHORELINE WINDSURFING AND SAILING CAMPS
Multi-level camps introduce the fundamentals of both sports covering water safety, board and boat handling basics, rigging and de-rigging as well as knot tying. Windsurfers will practice first on a land simulator in order to understand wind direction and board handling before heading out on their own. Additional topics covered include jibing, tacking, upwind sailing, helmsmanship, docking, and setting a basic sailing course. Daily on-the-water sailing exercises alternate skipper and crew duties. End of session skills assessment is issued.

Ages: 9-15 yrs (grouped by age)
Location: Shoreline Lake, Mountain View-3160 N. Shoreline Blvd.
Days: Monday through Friday
Sessions: 10 Weekly sessions June 14 through August 20
Fees: $375
Contact: Christina Ferrari at boathouse@shorelinelake.com or 965-7474
Note: Lunch option as well as extended care is offered, Level I and II (pre-requisite is level I) offered

Shoreline Windsurfing and Sailing Website

MENLO PARK MINI MADNESS AND MENLO MADNESS
Menlo Park is excited to welcome you to the 2010 Summer Camp at Burgess Recreation Center and Burgess Park.  Exciting weekly themes include Parkhopper, Holi-daily, Water Works, Menlo's Got Talent, and more!  Campers days will be filled with outdoor and team games, arts & crafts, field trips, sports, gymnastics, special events, swimming, cooking, and much more!  Campers will have the chance to explore Menlo Park, learn new skills, develop new friendships, and have an exciting summer! You can sign your child up for the entire summer or on a week to week basis.  You don't want to miss out on this great opportunity!

Ages: 4.5 to 12 years
Location: Burgess Recreation Center (700 Alma St., Menlo Park, CA 94025)
Times: Mini Madness is for children ages 4.5-6 and is from 8:30am-2:00pm.  Menlo Madness is for children ages 7-12 and is from 8:30am-4:00pm.  We offer extended care for both programs until 6:00pm.
Session Dates: Weekly sessions June 21 through August 13
Contact: Noreen Bickel with the City of Menlo Park, nsbickel@menlopark.org or 330.2209
Fees: Mini Madness is $195/week, Menlo Madness is $245/week
Notes: Registration discounts are available!  If you register before April 1, you will receive a 5% discount.  If you register for all 8 weeks of camp, you will receive a 5% discount.  If you register for all 8 weeks of camp before April 1, you will receive the full 10% discount.  Discounts are only available through the office and cannot be applied online.  We also offer the option to place a non-refundable $25 deposit on any week to hold your spot.  The remainder of the payment is due 2 weeks prior to the start date.

Mini Madness and Menlo Madness Brochure
HILLER AVIATION CAMP
Aviation Camp is an exciting exploration of the world of flight.  Three different week-long topics are available, including Air & Space, Extreme Flight and Pilot Academy.  Each offers hands-on flight-related projects, engaging flight simulation missions, and thrilling experiences with real aircraft.  Launch an aviation adventure for your child this summer!
 
Grades:  Entering 1st through entering 6th
Location:  Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos
Time:  9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Full Day) or 9 a.m. to 12 noon (Half Day), Extended Hours Available
Days:  Monday through Friday
Sessions:  Weeklong Sessions June 14th-August 20th.  Three different topics are available.
Contact:  Hiller Aviation Museum, (650) 654-0200 or education@hiller.org
Camp Fees:  $309 Full Day, $189 Half Day.  Additional fees apply for rocket launches and extended hours.  Discounts are available for Museum Members.
 
Hiller Aviation Camp Website
SOLO AQUATICS DAY CAMP
Seven one-week day camps featuring instruction in swimming and water polo, field games, and other age-appropriate activities.  Campers receive individual attention necessary to ensure a solid and fun start or to build on current skills. All coaches and counselors are USA Swimming Certified.

Ages: 5 to 12 years
Location: Menlo Atherton High School Spieker pool
Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays
Sessions: One-week camps starting June 14,  21 and 28, and July 5, 12, 19 and  26
Contact: 851-9091 or soloregistration@yahoo.com
Fees: $330/week plus one-time seasonal $38 USA Swimming membership
Note: $25 discount for registrations prior to April15, $50 discount for current members

Solo Aquatics Camp Website
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S.N.A.K.E. CAMP
SNAKE campers discover the natural world through engaging activities and exciting field trips related to 5 weekly themes. Daily schedules will include activities and/or field trips, crafts, games, snacks and plenty of time for free play. And if you're graduating from 5th grade this year, please check out Explore!, our summer program for middle schoolers (same web address as SNAKE).

Grades: Entering 1st through 5th (see website for camps for older kids!)
Location:  Walter Hays Elementary School, 1525 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto
Times:   9-4 daily, extended day available 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.
Days:   Monday-Friday
Sessions: June 21-25, June 28-July 2, July 5-9, July 12-16, July 19-23
Fees:  $400 per session, additional fees for extended day
Contact: 
Vandy Shrader, EV Summer Programs Director, vandy@evols.org
Note:  We offer discounts for bringing a friend, signing up siblings or being a member of the EV Egret Club
 
S.N.A.K.E. Camp Web Site
ANDY HARADER TENNIS CAMP
Andy's tennis camp is a fun, safe and nurturing atmosphere. Extremely educational, and up-to-date with a games-approach to learning, it will be a summer experience that lasts a lifetime.

Ages:  7-16
Location: Palo Alto High School / Paly Tennis Courts
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Days: Monday thru Friday
Sessions: Every week June 14 through August 20
Contact: Andy Harader at coach@andystenniscamp.com
Note: sibling discounts; sign-ups by the day, week, or multi-week,

Andy Harader Tennis Camp Website
PLAYSCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Playschool Summer Camp is all about FUN! Each week we incorporate terrific literature, alphabet and number activities, messy arts and crafts, cooking, music, outdoor games and play with lots of fun and enrichment.

Ages: 3-6
Locations: Holbrook-Palmer Park, Atherton or 1835 Valota Road, Redwood City
Time/Days: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Sessions: 8 weekly sessions, June 14-August 6
Cost: $185/week for Atherton location, $170/week for Redwood City location
Contact: Atherton, Anne-Liza Selga, 325-1623 
               Redwood City, Alycia Moy, 369-4151


Playschool Website
GLENOAKS STABLES HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP
Glenoaks Stables has run a very popular riding camp program for the past 10 years. During each day, students have continuous supervision while participating in riding, horsemanship, vaulting, arts and crafts. Students are divided into groups of 5 and matched to age and experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to participate in the best riding summer camp in the area.
 
Ages: 6-14
Location:  Glenoaks Equestrian Center, 3639 Alpine Road, Portola Valley
Times: 8:30am -2:00pm
Sessions: June 14-18, June 21-25, July 12-16, July 19-23, Aug TBD
Contact: glenoaksstables@gmail.com or 650-854-4955
Fees: $550 per session, per student
Note: camp fills quickly, register early for best selection of dates

Glenoaks Stables Website
deeelishCALIFORNIA RIDING ACADEMY'S CAMP JUMPS FOR JOY!
A Horsemanship Camp that simply tries harder and does it better! English, Western or Cowboy/girl. Campers enjoy daily Riding Instruction, Vaulting Instruction, Horsemanship and Arts & Crafts. Jump our Kids' Jumps, Paint our beautiful white ponies, and tour our on-site Full-Surgical Veterinary Facility. Outstanding Location; Beautiful Facility; Photographer on site!

Ages: 5-16 - beginning through advanced
Location: California Riding Academy at PVTC, 100 Ansel Lane, Barn #4, Menlo Park
Time: Half-Day 8:30 - 2 p.m.; Full-Day 8:30 - 6 p.m.
Days: Monday through Friday
Sessions: Every week starting June 14, last Session starts Aug 9
Fees: Half Day $549, Full-Day $799 -- Google Checkout and PayPal Accepted Online
Contact: Jessica Harrell at jumpsforjoy@californiaridingacademy.com or 740-2261.
Note: Multiple Camp Discount. Sign-up early to assure your preferred date(s).

California Riding Academy Website
SPRING DOWN SUMMER HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS
Don't miss out on our fun filled camps learning about every aspect of horsemanship including grooming, tacking up your horse, safety around horses, caring and handling, live demonstrations, vaulting and of course RIDING! Our program is grouped according to experience, but no experience is needed to play. The whole camp is geared around horses along with games, crafts and friendship. Bring a friend! We have Beginner and Intermediate level camps (includes jumping) available.

Location:  Spring Down Equestrian Center, 725 Portola Road, Portola Valley
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (after care available)
Session I: 6/14-6/25
Session II: 7/5-7/16
Session III: 7/19-7/30
Session IV: 8/2-8/13
Session V: 8/16-8/27
Cost: $750 per 2 week session or $425 per 1 week
Contact: 851-1114
Note: 
** Check out our website for winter & spring break camps too**

Spring Down Website
HARKER SUMMER CAMP
School and camp rolled into one terrific summer! Morning academics - emphasizing math, science and language arts - and afternoon recreation provide a unique balance of learning and fun. Excellent facilities, highly qualified staff, safe and secure campuses and a central location are hallmarks of a summer at Harker.  Camp is also offered for 9th through 12th grade at a separate San Jose location (see website).

Grades: K - 8th
Location: Bucknall campus - 4300 Bucknall Rd., San Jose
Times: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (for full-day campers) with no additional charge
Sessions: June 21 - Aug 13
Fees: Fees vary contact office
Contact: 553-0537 or CampInfo@harker.org

American Camp Association Accredited

Harker Summer Camp Website

GOLDEN GATEWAY KIDS' CAMP
Summer Kids Camp in San Francisco is one of Golden Gateway Tennis and Swim Club's most popular traditions. Year after year, our campers enjoy swimming, tennis, arts and crafts, and plenty of other fun activities with friends. Our experienced and energetic counselors know how to keep kids happy and entertained all day long. Group games like dodgeball, capture the flag, and kickball inspire everyone's participation. And with plenty of variety in our activity schedule, kids stay engaged and on their toes!

Ages:
5-12
Location: Golden Gateway Tennis and Swim Club, 370 Drumm Street, San Francisco
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Extended care 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. ($10/hour)
Sessions: Weekly June 14 through August 27
Fees: $535 for non-GGTSC Members
Contact: 415-962-4835 or summerkidscamp@ggtsc.com

Golden Gateway Camp Website

NEWTON SUMMER CAMP @ MENLO PARK
The Newton Summer Camp is the place for your children to enjoy their summer to fullest.  Your children will get to create, learn, venture, build, explore, wonder, exercise, act, sing and play music, draw, laugh, get wet and most important ... have a blast with old and new friends!
 
Grades: 1st through 5th
Location: First Baptist Church of Menlo Park, 1100 Middle Avenue, Menlo Park
                     (we are not affiliated with the church)
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. (full day) - $210 per week
          8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. (half day) - $150 per week
Sessions: June 14-18, June 21-25, Jun 28-Jul 2, Jul 5-9, Jul 12-16, July 19-23,
                July 26-30, Aug 2-6, Aug 9-13
Contacts: 345-4043 or info@newtoncenters.org

Newton Website
NEW MOZART SCHOOL OF MUSIC: BE THE BROADWAY STAR SUMMER CAMP
Do you have dreams of being a Broadway star or looking to get some acting and performing experience this summer? New Mozart will be offering two enriching and performance based classes for youth student performers. Repertoire will include pieces from Nigel Hess' RATS: The Musical & other performance pieces from highly acclaimed musicals. Each day of class is filled with voice lessons, dancing, diction & vocal technique, stage coaching and more. Enjoy a two week course that will surely foster all of a young budding musician's creativity!

Ages: 7-13 years old (Session I), 12-17 years old (Session II)
Location:  New Mozart School of Music, 305 N. California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Days: Monday through Friday
Times:  9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. daily
Session I: July 12 through July 23
Session II: August 2 and August 13
Fees: $495
Contact: New Mozart School Office Team 324-2373 or info@newmozartschool.com
Note: Register early, as our classes fill up quickly!

New Mozart School of Music Website
JEFF ARONS' YOUTH TENNIS CAMPS AT SACRED HEART SCHOOLS
Jeff Arons is the director of tennis for Sacred Heart Schools.  His coaching experiences include founding/directing the East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring Program and coaching a Wimbledon doubles champion.  His morning camps offer the beginning/intermediate level player the opportunity to develop their skills in a child friendly and fun environment.  His afternoon camps are geared towards improving the performance of intermediate to advanced players.
 
Grades:  1st through 12th
Location:  Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton
Days: Monday through Friday
Times:  9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sessions:  Ten one week sessions beginning June 7 and ending August 13
Contact:  Jeff Arons at  jeffarons@mindspring.com or 851-3059 
Note: We offer a 10% discount to all campers who attend multiple sessions
 
Jeff Arons Tennis Website
DECATHLON SPORTS CLUB
Summer fun since 1981!   A high-energy camp  for sports-minded boys and girls.   Basketball, soccer, baseball, tennis, volleyball, football, dance, gymnastics, ping pong, foosball, swimming, Capture the Flag, arts & crafts, special Friday events, field trips, and lots more.   

Grades: Entering 1st - 7th
Locations: Los Altos, Woodside
Times: 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. (extended hours 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
Session One: June 14 - July 9
Session Two: July 12 - August 6
Cost: Approx. $75/day (varies depending on number of days attending)
Contact: dscwoodside@comcast.net or dsclosaltos@sbcglobal.net
Notes: Enroll for 3,4, or 5 days each week.  Some age groups already full.  Please email first to check on availability.  Free express bus service available to the Los Altos camp from Jordan Middle School.

Decathlon Sports Club Website
BERLITZ KIDS SUMMER CAMP Updated!
Have fun and learn a new language!  Spanish, French, Mandarin, Japanese and More...
Our conversational method engages children and gets them talking from the very beginning.  Age-appropriate instruction and materials featuring lively, fun activities highlight our programs.  Small class sizes mean children will have more opportunities to speak. Native-fluent instructors are specially trained in teaching children. Our global network gives Berlitz Kids the resources and perspective to provide high-quality, culturally-rich language instruction.

Free demo lessons on May 1st!

Ages:  Groups for ages 4-7 and 8-11
Location: Berlitz Palo Alto Language Center, 159 Homer Avenue, Palo Alto
Days:
  Monday - Thursday
Times:  9:45 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Session 1: June 21 to July 8
Session 2: July 12 to July 29
Session 3: August 2 to August 19
Tuition: $690 including all materials, Enroll by May 15 for special rate of $640
Contact: 617-0720 or paloaltokids@berlitz.us
Note: Early registration discounts available. Sign-up early to reserve your spot!
RIEKES CENTER ANIMANIA ANIMATION CAMP
Using stop-motion, cut-out clip art, claymation flip-books, and direct animation (direct animation is done on 16mm film) students will work solo and team up to create cool short animated videos. Students edit, add music, and do voice-overs.
See the website for additional camps and more age groups.

Ages: 9-12
Location: Riekes Center, 3455 Edison Way, Menlo Park, CA
Times: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Session: June 21-25
Fees: $545
Contact: Aidan Young (director) at (650) 364-2509 or aidan@riekes.org
Notes:  $50 discount for early registration. Scholarships are available.  Registration forms can be downloaded on website.

Riekes Center Summer Camp Website
RIEKES CENTER YOUNG ROCK STARS CAMP
This camp is designed for beginning musicians that are excited to explore playing music in a group.  Using fun musical games and exercises based on popular songs, we will cover the fundamentals of playing music with others. Students will play in a band, try out new instruments, and sing along to their favorite songs.

Ages: 8-11
Location: Riekes Center, 3455 Edison Way, Menlo Park, CA
Times: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Dates: July 12-16
Fees: $250 ($25 discount for early registration)
Contact: Aidan Young (director) at 364-2509 or aidan@riekes.org
Notes:  Scholarships are available.  Registration forms can be downloaded on website.

Riekes Center Summer Camp Website
CHAMPION TENNIS CAMPS
CTC programs provide an enjoyable way for your child to begin learning the game of tennis or to continue developing existing skills.  Our approach is to create lots of fun with positive feedback and reinforcement in a nurturing tennis environment!

Ages: 4-14
Location: Holbrook Palmer Park, Atherton
Days: Monday through Friday
Times: Morning camp (ages 7 - 14), 9 a.m. to Noon.
             Afternoon camp (ages 4 - 6), 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Dates: Beginning July 26
Contact: Alan Margot, atmargot@yahoo.com or (650) 400-0464

Champion Tennis Camps Website and Registration

MRS. REITZ'S SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS
Mrs. Reitz's Summer Music Camps 2010 offer children opportunities for enrichment experiences in the arts.
   Singing--folk, patriotic, musicals, camp-style fun songs
   Listening--famous compositions and identification of instruments of the orchestra
   Art Projects--draw, paint to music
   Movement and Music--folk dances, jump rope jingles, free movement

Ages: 7 to 11
Location: 
1008 Greenwood Drive, Menlo Park, CA
Times:  9 a.m. to 12 noon / 5 days each camp week
Session 1: June 21-25
Session 2: July 12-16
Session 3: August 16-20
Fees:  $250/week
Contact:  Rita Reitz at rreitz88@yahoo.com or 324-0148
Note:  Openings are limited.  Early paid registration advised.
           Limited scholarships available based on financial need and space availability.
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