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Page 1: 2014 Summer Fun for Kids

April 13, 2014Fairbanks, Alaska

forkids

A listing of 2014 summer

camps for children

in the Fairbanks

area

PHOTO COURTESY CALYPSO FARM

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2 Sunday, April 13, 2014Fairbanks Daily News-MinerSUMMER FUN FOR KIDS

Brought to you by Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s

Theatre, Inc.

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An intensive and FUN theatre training program for children and young people, ages 5–18,

featuring a professional teaching staff.

Session #3 • For Young People ages 12 through 18 years The Theatre Ensemble Company Class

Class Dates: July 14 through August 3 Classes Mon–Fri., 1 – 6 p.m. • Class size limited to 30 students.

Registration fee: $325 for the three week program. Performances of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” Aug. 1, 2 & 3 • Directed by Heath Robertson

at The Hap Ryder Riverfront Theatre (1852 Second Ave.)

Session #1 • June 1 6– June 27 (Classes Mon. – Fri.) Class A 5–7 yrs. 9:00 a.m.–Noon Class B 8–10 yrs. 9:00 a.m.–Noon Class C 11–14 yrs. 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration fee: $200 per student for the two week program.

Session #2 • June 30 – July 11 ( Classes Mon. – Fri.) No classes 7/4 Class A 5–7 yrs. 9:00 a.m.–Noon Class B 8–10 yrs. 9:00 a.m.–Noon Class C 11–14 yrs. 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration fee: $200 per student for the two week program.

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REGISTRATION BEGINS MAY 1.

For information, phone 456-PLAY

Class size limited to 15

students.

Class size limited to 15

students.

Drama Project 2014 is proudly

sponsored by: Visit www.fairbanksdrama.org to download registration brochure starting May 1

ACADEMIC AND SPECIAL INTEREST

CAMPS

Alaska Department of Fish and Game Alaska Conservation Camp (Basic)

Sponsors: Alaska Department of Fish

and Game, Outdoor Heritage Founda-tion of Alaska, Alaska Interior Marks-manship Committee, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, community sponsors and volunteers.

Ages: 11-14Dates and times: Basic Camp 1:

June 9-13; Basic Camp 2, June 16-20; 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily plus Thursday overnight campout. Camp barbecue and camper graduation is at 4 p.m. Friday.

Location: ADF&G Hunter Education Indoor Shooting Range, 1501 College Road, and other nearby locations.

Description: Basic Camp is designed to promote understanding of Alaska’s

natural resources and conservation, and to give youth hands-on experience in hunting, fishing and related outdoor skills. Activities include Alaska Basic Hunter Education Course, firearms safe-ty, shooting, wildlife identification, fish-ing, map and compass, outdoor survival, basic camping skills and more.

Cost: $250 per camper. Space is lim-ited to the first 30 youths who register and pay. Registered campers must pick up a basic hunter education packet from Fish and Game and complete the work-book before camp start.

Contact person and phone: Cathie Harms, 459-7231, or

John Wyman, 459-7292; www.alaskaconservationcamp.org

Email: [email protected]: www.

alaskaconservationcamp.org

ADFG Alaska Conservation Camp (Advanced)

Sponsor: Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Outdoor Heritage

Academic and Special Interest Camps 2

Day camps 4Faith-based camps 6Fine arts camps 7Overnight camps 9Sports camps 11Summer programs 13One-day events 15

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Summer Fun for KidsThis Summer Fun for Kids supplement is provided as a public service to

our readers.A word of caution: Parents must approach listings in this guide and check

references as they would any advertised activity for children. These listings are not endorsements.

We hope these pages help show parents the many activities available to Fairbanks-area children and families, and that it is useful for building ideas and finding things your children might enjoy through the summer months.

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Fairbanks Daily News-Miner 3Sunday, April 13, 2014ACADEMIC/SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS

Foundation of Alaska, Alaska Interior Marksmanship Com-mittee, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, community spon-sors and volunteers.

Ages: 12-16 who have attend-ed Basic Camp or completed the Alaska Basic Hunter Educa-tion Course.

Dates and times: June 23-27, 2014; 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily plus an overnight campout. Camp barbecue and camper graduation is at 4 p.m. Friday.

Location: ADF&G Hunter Education Indoor Shooting Range, 1501 College Road, and other nearby locations.

Description: Advanced camp program is designed to promote understanding of Alaska’s natu-ral resources and conservation, and to give youths hands-on experience in hunting, fishing and related outdoor skills. Activities may include firearms safety, shotgun or muzzleloader rifle shooting, archery, wildlife identification, fly fishing, fly tying, GPS and outdoor naviga-tion, canoeing, outdoor surviv-al, shelter building, camping, field cooking skills and more.

Cost: $250; space is limited to the first 24 youths who regis-ter and pay.

Contact person and phone: Cathie Harms, 459-7231, or John Wyman, 459-7292

Email: [email protected]: www.

alaskaconservationcamp.org

ALCAN Gardening Camp

Sponsor: ALCANAges: 8-13 Dates and times: June 9-13

and June 16-20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Tanana Valley Fairgrounds

Description: Participants will plan and produce amazing and unique flower boxes and flower garden displays at Mini Golf Fairbanks in Pioneer Park. By week’s end, the participants will be proud to have produced Fairbanks’ most impressive flower display.

Cost: $225Contact person and phone:

ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: [email protected]

ALCAN Lego CampSponsoring organization:

ALCANAges: 8-13

Dates and times: July 14-18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Tanana Valley Fairgrounds

Description: Participants take part in creative build-ing, daily challenges and the great project. They will learn information in regard to Lego and allow their creative and architectural skills to build an impressive display exhibition. They will learn presentation skills with their peers and pre-pare a final exhibition presenta-tion for parents and guests.

Cost: $225 full dayContact person and phone:

ALCAN Sports, 455-4203 Email: [email protected]

Algebra Made Easy: A Fun Introduction to Algebra

Sponsoring organization: Monroe High School

Ages: 8-18Dates and times: June 2 to

Aug. 15, one-week campsLocation: Monroe High

School-Immaculate Conception School, Illinois Street

Description: In this intro-ductory class, students will enjoy learning a fun and easy way to solve simple algebraic equations. Students who know

their multiplication facts and can do simple division are welcome to participate in this engaging camp. Campers who finish this one-week course will feel more confident with their algebra skills when they start school again in the fall.

Cost: $100Contact person and phone:

Kim Kelly, Ph.D.Email: algebra4allages@

gmail.com

Cooking CampSponsoring organization:

JP Jones Community Develop-ment Center

Ages: 8-17Dates and times:

Grades 3-6: June 23-27, 9 a.m. to noon; Grades 7-12: July 7-11, 9 a.m. to noon

Location: 2400 Rickert St. Fairbanks

Description: Become a “foodie” and have fun while learning the basics of cooking. You will learn food preparation, presentation, kitchen safety and food safety. End the week with a presentation of your new skills to invited guests.

Cost: $225Contact person and phone:

Judy Dellinger 456-3729Email: [email protected]

Culture CampSponsor: JP Jones Commu-

nity Development CenterAges: 5-18Dates and times: June 30 to

July 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Location: 2400 Rickert St.Description: As we approach

Independence Day, learn about the many cultures that make our country a “melting pot.” Each day, explore a different culture’s art, language, dress, dance and storytelling.

Cost: $225Contact person and phone:

Judy Dellinger, 456-3729Email: [email protected]

Math and Science Camp

Sponsor: JP Jones Commu-nity Development Center

Ages: 8-16Dates and times: grades 3-6,

July 7-11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; grades 7-12, July 14-18, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Location: 2400 Rickert St. Description: Discover your

full potential using a variety of games and independent studies to discover the fun that can be found in science and math.

Cost: $225Contact person and

phone: Judy Dellinger, 456-3729

Email: [email protected]

Literacy Council of Alaska

Sponsor: Literacy Council of Alaska

Ages: grades 1-3Dates and times: June 10-26,

July 8-24Location: TBADescription: This is an aca-

demic program for students struggling in school. Teachers must give recommendations for students. Students below grade level in reading, writing or math who attend a Title 1 school are eligible. This program is reserved for students with the highest needs. Trained high school students and a certified teacher work together to teach students.

Cost: freeContact person and

phone: Ashey Yeats, 456-6212Email: ashley@

literacycouncilofalaska.org

Wild Rose Summer Camp

Sponsor: Wild Rose Summer Camp, LLC

Ages: 5-14

WILD ROSE CAMP

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Just outside of Fairbanks Just outside of Fairbanks

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Wild Rose Summer Camp is an outdoor educational camp providing children with an enthusiastic experience of nature coupled with a creative art program. Children will participate in many art activities including felting with wool fiber, batiking, plant dyeing on natural fibers. Paper making from plants, tie-dyeing, block printing, book making, marbling, candle dipping, water color painting, puppet making and pottery. Afternoons are filled with games, hiking, nature study, shelter building from willow and alder, plant and bird identification, insect and garden study, puppet theater and storytelling. Children will also spend the afternoon building, cooking and firing pottery in an outdoor earth ovens and kilns that they build themselves. Space id limited; Apply early.

$275 (Includes all materials) Information: Susan Kerndt • 479-6363 • wildrosesummercamp.com

Dates and Times:

5-7 year olds . . . . . . . . . . . June 16-20 . . . . . . . . 10:00 -3:00 8-14 year olds . . . . . . . . June 23-27 . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 -4:00 8-14 year olds . . . . . . . . July 07-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 -4:00 5-7 year olds . . . . . . . . . . . July 14-18 . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 -3:00

Location: Large hay filed at 1.5-mile Sheep Creek Road, 3 miles west of the University of Alaska.

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Dates and times: First session, ages 5-7: June 16-20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; second session, ages 8-14: June 23-27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; third session, ages 8-14, July 7-11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; fourth session, ages 5-7: July 14-18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Large hay field at 1.5 Mile Sheep Creek Road, 3 miles west of UAF

Description: This outdoor educational camp provides children with experiences in nature and art. Art activities include felting with wool, batiking, plant dyeing, paper-making from plants, tie-dyeing, block printing, bookmaking, marbling, candle dipping, puppet making and pot-tery. Afternoon activities include shelter building with willow and earthen kiln and oven construction, giant puppet the-

ater, storytelling and garden study.Cost: $275Contact person and phone: Susan

KerndtEmail: [email protected]: wildrosesummercamp.com

DAY CAMPS

Adventures at the Farm

Sponsor: Calypso Farm and Ecology Center

Ages: 8-15 Dates and times: June

16-20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Location: Calypso Farm and

Ecology Center, EsterDescription: Do you love

nature and being outside? Enjoy a full week of fun at the farm. Feed farm animals, get dirty in the garden, enjoy different forms of art using nature, spin and felt wool, look into a beehive and do other cool things. Space is limit-ed, so register now.

Cost: $250Contact person and phone:

Eva Allaby, 451-0691

Email: [email protected]: www.calypsofarm.org

Boys & Girls Club of the Tanana Valley

Sponsor: Boys & Girls Club of the Tanana Valley

Ages: 7-18Dates and times: May 27-Aug. 15Location: 800 Cushman St.Description: The club offers safe, fun

and creative activities all summer long, including sports, arts and enrichment activities as well as several fun field trips. We are open from noon to 6 p.m. for general members and from 8 a.m. to noon for our Early Birds. Lunch and snack are free and served Monday through Friday.

Cost: $40/year for general membership; $50/week for Early Bird membership

Contact person and phone: Sarah Nichols, 457-1162

Email: [email protected]

Calypso Garden CampsSponsor: Calypso Farm and Ecology

CenterAges: 5-11Dates and times: varies, June-AugustLocation: Calypso Farm and Ecology

Center, EsterDescription: Seedlings (ages 5-8) and

Sprouts in the Garden (ages 8-11) will spend half a day at a Fairbanks School Garden, digging, healthily snacking and having a great time.

Cost: $125-$400, scholarships availableContact person and phone: Eva

Allaby, 451-0691Email: [email protected]: www.calypsofarm.org

Calypso Garden CampsSponsor: Calypso Farm and Ecology

CenterAges: 12 and olderDates and times: varies, June-AugustLocation: Calypso Farm and Ecology

Center, EsterDescription: Along with fun garden-

ing during one- and two-week programs in the Fairbanks School Gardens. There will be cooking, art and literature, and learning about business and leadership.

Cost: $125-$400, scholarships availableContact person and phone: Eva

Allaby, 451-0691Email: [email protected]: www.calypsofarm.org

Camp Habitat Summer 2014

Sponsors: Friends of Creamer’s Field,

ACADEMIC/SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS

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Three one-week sessions:

• Creative Movement • Ballet • Folk Dancing

• Music Appreciation • Storytelling • Dance History

• Arts & Crafts • Mime

A fun educational dance experience for children ages 4 to 12

May 27 to May 31 - Ages 4–6 June 2 to June 6 - Ages 6–8

June 9 to June 13 - Ages 9–12

451-8800

Placement is based on student’s age

and dance experience

Sessions held 9 am to Noon

$175 per session

Creative Dance Camp Creative Dance Camp North Star Ballet

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Nature Sprouts Ages 4-5 $125 Half-Day Program 9am-12pm

June 9-13 or June 16-20 Nature Detectives Ages 6-7 $200

Full-Day Program 9am-4pm July 14-18 or July 21-25

Water Striders Ages 8-9 $250 Full-Day Program 9am-4pm * With overnight

July 14-18 or July 21-25 Refuge Adventurers Ages 10-11 $250

Full-Day Program 9am-4pm *With overnight July 14-18 or July 21-25 QUESTIONS? E-mail [email protected]

A Nature Education & Ecology Camp for youth ages 4-11

REGISTRATION INFO: (3 easy ways to register)

1. PHONE: Call (907) 750-2298 2. MAIL: Fill out brochure & mail in (download online, pick up around town) 3. ON-LINE: www.creamersfield.org

Every camper gets a

t-shirt!

North Star Ballet Summer 2014Dance Intensive with faculty from José Limón DanceJune 16–July 11, for ages 12–19

Training in Ballet, Modern, Pilates, Performance, Dance History

Also offering drop-in classes beginning May 27

www.TheNorthStarBallet.org 451-8800

Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Northern Alaska Environmental Center

Ages: 4-11Dates and times: June 9-13/June

16-20: Nature Sprouts, July 14-18/July 21-25: Nature Detectives, Water Strid-ers, Refuge Adventurers

Location: Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, 1300 College Road

Description: Camp Habitat is a nature education and ecology camp. Kids will experience the natural world through hands-on activities, ecolo-gy-themed games, songs, discovery hikes and guest speakers. They will learn about the natural history of Inte-rior Alaska and explore themes such as plants, animals, birds, fish, habitats, people and the environment.

Cost: $125 to $250 (registration fee, $25) Scholarships are available.

Contact: Elisabeth Padilla, 750-2298Email: [email protected]

Cloverbud CampSponsoring organization: UAF CES

Tanana District 4-H ProgramAges: Youths who have completed

grades K-2Dates and times: July 14-16, 9 a.m. to

1 p.m. dailyLocation: Georgeson Botanical

GardensDescription: This day camp will pres-

ent adventure in the outdoors with the security of evenings at home. Nature observations, crafts and games will be designed to hold the interest and atten-tion span of this age group. Fun will be the key ingredient.

Cost: $35 for 4-H members and $40 for non-members

Contact person and phone: Marla Lowder, 474-2427

Email: [email protected]

Cub Scout Day CampSponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy

Scouts of AmericaAges: 5-10Dates and times: June 4-7Location: Birch Hill Recreation

CenterDescription: Camp is a themed

day-program for Cub Scouts at the Birch Hill Recreation Center on Birch Hill. Boys come with dens (with a leader) and experience crafts, science experiments, nature, sports, BB gun and archery shooting, etc. Bring your own lunch.

Cost: $75Contact person: David WilcoxEmail: [email protected]

Diggin’ DinosaursSponsor: Young Learners PreschoolAges: 3-5Dates and times: June 23-27 or July

14-18, 9 a.m. to noonLocation: Young Learners Preschool,

360 Old Chena Pump RoadDescription: Future paleontologists,

spend a week dazzling your brain “dig-ging dinosaurs.” Explore the world of the largest extinct reptile to roam the earth. You will be sure to get your hands dirty this week as we dig and uncover reptiles of the past. Sign up before your space is extinct. Spaces are limited; contact for availability.

Cost: $180Contact person and phone: Michelle

Spillane, 456-4477Email: younglearnerspreschool@

yahoo.com

Learning Ecology and Alaskan Farming (LEAF)

Sponsoring organization: Calypso Farm and Ecology Center

Ages: 5-18Dates and times: various dates and

times from June 2 to Aug. 1; one- and

two-week day campsLocation: Hunter and Pearl Creek

Elementary School GardensDescription: Calypso Farm and

Ecology Center is offering exciting new programs in the Fairbanks Schoolyard Gardens this summer. In one- and two-week day camps, students will learn hands-on about gardening, ecology, cooking, science, art, literature and more in an inspiring environment. Classes are small. Scholarships available. Spend your summer growing with us.

Cost: $125-$400Contact person and phone: Danny

Sparrell, 451-0691 Email: [email protected]: www.calypsofarm.org

Mega Sports Camp: Game Plan

Sponsor: Fairhill Community Church of God

Ages: K-6th gradeDates and times: June 16-20; 1-5 p.m.Location: 101 City Lights BoulevardDescription: At Mega Sports Camp:

Game Plan, kids discover that God has a special and unique plan just for them. Through daily Bible and sports stories, they’ll focus on key character traits that will help them become better athletes

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and followers of Jesus, all while playing sports. Choose one of the offered sports at time of registration.

Cost: freeContact phone: 457-5522Email: [email protected]

Nanook Adventure CampSponsor: UAF DRAWAges: 7-9Dates and times:., June 2-6, June 16-20,

July 7-11, July 21-25; 9 a.m. to 4 p.mLocation: UAF Student Rec CenterDescription: Want to put an adven-

turous twist on your summer camp experience? Look no further than Nanook Adventure Camp. This camp offers a positive way for your child to spend the summer and will challenge them, physically and mentally. Each student will gain lifelong skills in rock climbing, hiking, kayaking and much more.

Cost: $350/weekContact person and phone: Sam Bra-

band, 474-6027Email: [email protected]

Nanook Expedition CampSponsor: UAF DRAWAges: 10-14Dates and times: June 9-13, June

23-27, July 14-18, July 28 to Aug. 1; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m

Location: Drop off and pick up at UAF Student Rec Center

Description: Want more than just a backyard experience this summer? Get out into Alaska on daily expeditions. Campers will be challenged physically and mentally as we travel off campus to meet adventure face to face. Each student will gain lifelong skills in rock climbing, hiking, kayaking and much more while achieving greater comfort and understanding of their natural sur-roundings.

Cost: $450/weekContact person and phone: Sam Bra-

band, 474-6027Email: [email protected]

North Star Ballet Creative Dance Camp: ‘Yeh Shen, A Cinderella Story from China’

Sponsor: North Star BalletAges: 4-6, 6-8, 9-12Dates and times: May 27-31; June

2-6; June 9-13Location: North Star Ballet, 1800

College Road, on the Tanana Valley Fair-grounds.

Description: In one week, children will help illustrate their very own Chi-nese Cinderella story books as they rec-reate the story through movement and dance. Through various activities and

projects, children will learn about music, setting and costumes, adding to the beauty of ballet. The week ends with a special dance demonstration for guests.

Cost: $175Contact: Kristina, 451-8800Email: [email protected]

Mad Scientist Day CampSponsor: Institute for Science and

MathematicsAges: 5-13Dates and times: June 10-13, 10 a.m. to

3 p.m.; June 16-20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; July 7-11, 12:30 p.m to 3:30 p.m; July 14-18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; July 28 to Aug 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Aug. 11-15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: 2925 Horner CourtDescription: These very active day

camps offer a mixture of group explo-rations, games, demonstrations and independent studies. Each day, campers experience a different step in the scien-tific process with hands-on projects in life science, physical science, comput-ers and robotics. Campers have many opportunities to incorporate scientific

principles into creative hands-on inno-vations of their own design.

Cost: $220-$330, depending on campContact person and phone: Mike

Donaldson; 479-6860Email: workshop@scimathinstitute.

org

FAITH-BASED CAMPS

Bible Boot Camp — Soldiers of Christ: Putting on the Armor of God (Eph. 6:11-18)

Sponsor: Eielson Church of ChristAges: grades 4-6 and adult classDates and times: June 16-20, 5:30-

8:30pmLocation: Eielson Church of Christ,

3445 Old Richardson Hwy., North Pole

Description: We will be training the children to be warriors for God. There will be singing, puppets, skits, crafts, games and lessons each night. The soldiers (chil-dren) will have one fun-filled week of Bible Boot Camp. Dinner will be provided.

Cost: freeContact person and phone: Jean-

nette Morphew, 433-0843Email: [email protected]

Camp BaldwinSponsor: Tanana Valley Baptist

AssociationAges: grades K-12Dates and times: June 25-27, grades

K-2; June 30-July 4, grades 3-4; July 7-11, grades 5-6; July 14-18, grades 7-8; July 21-26, grades 9-12.

Location: Delta JunctionDescription: Camp Baldwin is a

traditional camp setting with studies, activities and Bible lessons. Caregivers are trained summer missionaries. Camp Baldwin is an overnight camp in the suburbs of Delta Junction, with bath houses, dining room and kitchen, recre-ation area, bunkhouses, etc. Bus service is provided from and to Fairbanks on a limited availability for a small fee.

Cost: $80-$120Contact person and phone: Sandy

Buchanan, 474-4989Email: tvba@

tananavalleybaptistassociation.comWebsite: www.

tananavalleybaptistassociation.com

Gangway to Galilee Vacation Bible School

Sponsor: Light of the World Lutheran Church

Ages: 3-12Dates and times: June 2-6, 6-8:30 p.m.Location: 4155 Geist RoadDescription: At Gangway to Galilee,

we’ll learn about our mighty God and Jesus our Savior through five Bible stories by the seashore, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks and more. It’s going to be fun; so please join us. Free dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. each night.

Cost: freeContact person and phone: Pastor

Jason Strong, 479-4324Email: [email protected]

Family Adventure WeekSponsor: Northern Lights Church of

ChristAges: 2-99Dates and times: June 2-6, 6-8 p.m.Location: 645 11th Ave.Description: Come with us on an

adventure for the whole family. We

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I SCORE SOCCER I SCORE SOCCER … PLAY TODAY … PLAY TODAY

Fairbanks Youth Soccer Association

FYSA Soccer Summer Programs

www.fysasoccer.org   www.fysasoccer.org  

(907) 456-3976

Summer Leagues start June 2 Soccer Camps start May 27

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for youth ages 4–18

Register for

[email protected]

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UAF IS AN AA/EO EMPLOYER AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

10th Annual

Visual Art AcademyJune 9-20, 2014

The University of Alaska Art Department will host the 10th AnnualVisual Art Academy, an intensive visual arts program for students from grades 6–12

REGISTER EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION OF CLASSES Classes in: Animation, Cartooning, Ceramics, Computer Art, Costume/Fashion Design, Photography, Drawing, Metalsmithing, Painting, Printmaking and Sculpture & 3D Design

Check out our website and download forms:

www.uaf.edu/art/artacademywww.uaf.edu/art/artacademyFor more information contact UAF Art Department at (907) 474–7530 or email us at: [email protected]

The Visual Art Academy is a cooperative program of the UAF Art Department,College of Liberal Arts and UAF Summer Sessions and with support from the Chancellor’s offi ce .

will spend an exciting week digging for treasure in God’s word. Everyone is welcome, as we search for answers to all life’s questions.

Cost: freeContact person and phone: Jean-

nette Saraver, 456-4921

Quest for Truth Vacation Bible School

Sponsor: Zion Lutheran ChurchAges: entering K-6 Dates and times: Monday-Friday,

Aug. 11-15, 9 a.m. to noonLocation: 2982 Davis RoadDescription: Join the dig at Quest for

Truth VBS. We’ll travel to Holy Land sites and uncover evidence that shows the truth about Jesus. Explore Bible sto-ries, do fun activities, sing great songs, eat tasty snacks, make crafts and play games.

Cost: FreeContact person and phone: Cyndi

Baumgarten, 456-7660Email: [email protected]: www.zionfairbanks.org

Weird Animals Vacation Bible School

Sponsor: First Presbyterian ChurchAges: age 4 to kids who’ve complet-

ed sixth gradeDates and times: June 2-6, 9 a.m. to

noonLocation: First Presbyterian Church,

547 7th Ave.Description: Get ready, kids. Its time

for vacation Bible school at First Pres. Join us for amazing adventures with weird animals. Learn more about Jesus, connect with friends and make some new ones too. Play games, eat snacks, sing songs and get some cool gizmos. It’s gonna be great.

Cost: freeContact person and phone: Emily

Miner, 452-2406Email: [email protected]

FINE ARTS CAMPS

Cordova 4-H Bluegrass and Old Time Music Camp

Sponsoring organization: Cordova 4H Club

Ages: 6-18Dates and times: July 14-18Location: Cordova Description: The 20th annual 4-H

Bluegrass and Old Time Music Camp

features fiddle, bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo, jamming, dance, vocals, ukulele, sound and more for ages 9 to 18 and a Hawaiian Ukulele Camp for ages 6 to 8. The camp features guest artists The Railsplitters. Stay for Cordova’s Copper River Wild Salmon Jam, July 18-19.

Cost: $250 before June 15/ $275 after June 15

Contact: Kathy Zamudio, 424-3111 and Barb Jewell, 424-8695

Email: [email protected]

Dance PracticaSponsoring organization: JP Jones

Community Development CenterAges: all agesDates and times: June 16-20,

noon to 3 pm; July 21-25, noon to 3 pm

Location: 2400 Rickert St., Fairbanks

Brief description of pro-gram: Have fun while learning dance moves including salsa, hip hop, Hawaiian and more. No experience necessary. Then culminate the week by practic-ing your new moves at a real dance, with a DJ and all.

Cost: $150Contact person and phone:

Judy Dellinger 456-3729Email: [email protected]

11th Annual Fairbanks Bluegrass Camp for Kids

Sponsor: Fairbanks Folk Fest Inc.Ages: 8-16Dates and times: June 23-27Location: Unitarian Fellowship, Pikes

Landing Road Description: Bluegrass Camp offers

instruction and performance in Ameri-cana music, including vocals, harmonies, fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin and bass. It’s a great opportunity for beginners and experienced musicians to develop skills and have a huge amount of fun during a week of music and friendship, taught by

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• Weekly drawings for cool prizes, including gift certificates, books, and food.

• Programs at selected libraries. • Mystery Night program in the

fall for all teens.

Read or listen to books of your choice each week and earn a weekly incentive. • Free weekly

entertaining programs! • Free book at the end! • Prize drawings!

This free program is sponsored by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries,

with generous support from local businesses and Flint Hills Resources.

2014 PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAMS

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YOUNG ADULT program for Middle & High School Students

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To 6th Grade

Sign-up week begins Tuesday, May 27,

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experienced musicians in the field.

Cost: $275; early bird dis-count available

Contact person and phone: Pete or Peg Bowers, 455-6528

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.fairbanksfolkfest.org

Fairbanks Suzuki Institute

Sponsors: Fairbanks School of Talent Education, Fairbanks Symphony Association and UAF Music Department

Ages: 3-18Dates and times: May

27-June 1Location: UAF campusDescription: Enrollment is

open to violin, viola, cello and flute students studying the Suzuki method. The program includes three core classes daily with possibilities for enrichment classes.

Cost: $270-450Contact person and phone:

Sally Endestad, 479-6634Email: [email protected]: www.

suzukifairbanks.com

UAF Summer Music Academy

Sponsor: UAF Music Depart-ment and Fairbanks Symphony Association

Ages: grades 6-12Dates and times: June 8-20,

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: UAF Fine Arts Building

Description: This is a two-week music program. Students should have played their instru-ment for at least one year prior. Band, jazz, choir, and orchestra are offered along with enrich-

ment classes such as world beat drumming, guitar and piano.

Cost: $575Contact person and

phone: Linda Harriger, 474-7555

Email: [email protected]: www.

uafsummermusicacademy.org

FLOT Jr. Musical Theater camp

Sponsoring organization: Fairbanks Light Opera Theater

Ages: 6-7; 8-12; 12-18 Dates and times: June 9-13;

June 16-20; June 23-27; 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; June 30 to July 3, 1-5 p.m.

Location: Dance Theater Fairbanks Firehouse Theater

Description: Join us this summer for FLOT JR, a series of weeklong, age-specific summer camps that teach the basics of musical theater. Each camp will rehearse for a musical perfor-mance to be held at the end of the week. Before and after camp care is an option.

Cost: $300 per week for full session; $200 for ages 6-7 half-day camp

Contact person and phone: Message, 456-FLOT, or Lisa Newman, 451-8602

Email: [email protected]: www.flot.org

Outside The LineSponsor: Outside The Line

Youth Art

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Raven Correspondence School A Quality K-12 Statewide Home School Program

374-9401 or 1-888-99RAVEN www.RavenSchool.com • [email protected]

• Students Receive K-8 $2,000 or 9-12 $2,300 • Laptop computer options & internet funds

(Receive up to $1,000 in additional benefits to your allotment!)

• Specialized support staff, local resources and activities • Ten $1,000 Raven Scholarships for graduating seniors.

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Ages: 7 and older (younger than 7, provisionally)

Dates and times: July 7-11Location: Studio, 485 Ballaine

RoadDescription: Camp offers

instruction and adventure in drawing, painting, oil pastel, found object sculpture, mixed media, rubbings, collage, shadow drawing, accidental art, paper stained glass, foil relief and grab bag design. Optional projects available for returning artists. Two or more projects are offered daily. Classes are in spacious studio or in the woodsy area out-doors, weather permitting.

Cost: Early Bird (pay before May 31): $180 for 4 days or $220 for 5 days. After May 31: $200 for 4 days or $235 for 5 days. Checks accepted until June 30, cash thereafter.

Contact person and phone: Marionette Donnell Stock, MFA, 460-1919

Email: [email protected]

Youth Summer FiberArts Program

Sponsor: Fairbanks Weavers & Spinners Guild

Ages: 6 to 15

Dates and times: Weekly ses-sions 9 a.m. to 12 and 1-4 p.m. for the following dates. May 27-30; June 2-6; June 9-13; June 16-20; June 23-27; June 30 to July 3; Aug. 4-8; Aug. 11-15

Location: Room 219, Lath-rop Building, 516 2nd Ave.

Description: Weekly 3-hour sessions in the morning and afternoon that explore art-re-lated projects that stimulate creative ideas, develop skills and techniques in drawing, watercolor, painting, basketry, a variety of beading techniques, loom weaving, papermaking, machine sewing, quilting and woodcarving.

Cost: $90 per session, two sessions per day; noon-hour supervision, $10 extra

Contact person and phone: Penny Wakefield 452-7737

Email: [email protected]

Summer Dance Camp

Sponsor: Mo Holland Dance Studio

Dates and times: 10 a.m. to

3 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 9-27Location: 914 College RoadDescription: Campers will

learn the basics in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, yoga, musical the-ater and contemporary dance. On the last day of camp, they will put on a performance for family and friends.

Cost: $350Contact person and

phone: Mo Holland, 452-5678Email: dance1@acsalaska.

net

OVERNIGHT CAMPS

Camp Jessie BloomSponsoring organization:

Farthest North Girl Scout Council

Ages: 6-18Dates and times: July 20 to

Aug 2Location: Lost Lake CampBrief description of pro-

gram: Camps will feature age appropriate activities in a beau-tiful remote setting. Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts are eligible

to register. Camp deposits and registrations due by May 19. Please call the Council office for more information. Camps: Teddy Bear, July 27-29; Brown-ie Adventurers, July 20-26; Wilderness Junior, July 20-26; Traditional Junior, July 27 to Aug. 2; Survivor Camp, July 27 to Aug 2.

Cost: $250-$350Contact person and phone:

Alison Brown, 456-4782Email: [email protected]

Denali Backcountry Adventures

Sponsor: Denali Education Center

Ages: Open to students entering high school, grades 9-12, in the fall.

Dates and times: June 2-6, 2014

Location: Denali National Park and Preserve

Description: Denali Back-country Adventures is a week-long summer backpacking trip, exploring Denali’s vast wilderness. DBA students learn experientially about physical and mental preparations required to launch a backcountry expedition.

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F airbanks Weavers’ & Spinners’ Guild Y OUTH S UMMER F IBER A RTS P ROGRAM

Ages: 6 – 9; 8 – 15; 9 – 15 years Weekly sessions:

2 per day $90/session Times: 9am – 12pm & 1pm - 4pm

for the weeks of: May 27-30 (four days only)

June 2; June 9; June 16; June 23; July 28; August 4 & August 11

Classes offered in the following: Basketry, Beading, Clay, Drawing, Fantasy Costumes, Machine Sewing I, II, III, Paper Engineering,

Paper Making, Puppets, Sculpture, Quilting, Watercolor, Weaving, Wood Carving

For more info: call Weaving Studio 452-7737 • Location: Rm. 219, Lathrop Bldg. 516 2 nd Ave

Registration form & Class Descriptions online: www.fairbanksweavers.org

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imagination, curiousity and fun focused on Science,Technology, Engineering, Math and ART!

Ages 5 through 11 | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM | $225 per week(drop-off after 8:45 and pick-up by 4:15, morning and afternoon snacks provided)

Aftercare available from 4:00 PM through 5:15 PM at $25 per week

All sessions will be at the JP Jones Community Center (2400 Rickert St.)Register by phone, email or webform: (907) [email protected]

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discover, create, explore, camp

This program offers opportunity to develop awareness, knowledge and skills that increase students’ understanding and enjoyment of Denali.

Cost: $350Contact: Kimber Burrows,

683-2597Email: [email protected]

It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s 4-H/Youth Camp

Sponsor: UAF CES Tanana District 4-H Program

Ages: Youths who just com-pleted grades 3-8

Dates and times: June 23-26Location: Twin BearsDescription: Come join us

for camp this year. We have a great theme learning about super heroes. Youths will rotate through classes based on the theme. There will be swimming, crafts, games, skits, hiking and campfires. It promises to be educational and fun. We look forward to seeing you there.

Cost: $105, non-4-H member and $95, 4-H member

Contact person and phone: Marla Lowder, 474-2427

Email: [email protected]

Lost Lake Scout Camp

Sponsor: Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America

Ages: 11-18Dates and times: July 6-19

Location: Lost Lake CampDescription: The Lost Lake

Scout Camp is a one-week res-ident camp for scouts. All costs are covered for food, supplies, dining hall feeding, tent camp-ing, etc. Camp has aquatics area, shooting sports, nature area, COPE course, hiking, scoutcraft area, handicraft area and zip line. You must join a Scout troop and come with them.

Cost: $350 per weekContact person and

phone: Gary LewisEmail: [email protected]: www.

midnightsunbsa.org

Northern Lights High Adventure

BaseSponsor: Midnight Sun

Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaAges: 13-18Dates and times: June 15 to

Aug. 15Location: Base, Lost Lake, all

of AlaskaDescription: This is a High

Adventure experience for youth; seven days on one of Alaska’s wild and scenic rivers or backpacking on the trail. The cost includes all food and program equipment, but not personal camping equipment. Must be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.

Cost: $195Contact person and

phone: David WilcoxEmail: [email protected]: www.

midnightsunbsa.org

Webelos Resident Camp

Sponsoring organiza-tion: Midnight Sun, Boy Scouts of America

Ages: 9-10Dates and times: July 1-3Location: Lost Lake CampDescription: This is a three-

day resident camp for Webelos age Cub Scouts at Lost Lake. It’s a themed camp with aquatics, shooting, handicraft, nature, hiking and camping, and dining hall feeding.

Cost: $110Contact person and

phone: Gary LewisEmail: [email protected]

Week on the RiverSponsor: The Folk SchoolAges: 6-96, family friendlyDates and times: July 27 to

Aug. 2

Location: Tanana River bank between Fairbanks and Nenana

Description: This is a multi-generational dynam-ic living-learning exchange, connecting participants to the river environment and summer season. The journey begins with a canoe launch and continues down the Tanana River to the camp. We’ll learn fish camp basics, create useful crafts, hone canoeing skills, gather wild edibles and building materials, track animals, cook on fires, explore, relax and enjoy the environment. See website for more details.

Cost: $300-$600Contact: Jenna Hertz, pro-

gram director, 568-0345Email: Jenna.Hertz@gmail.

comWebsite: thefolkschool

fairbanks.org

Week in the Woods

Sponsor: The Folk SchoolAges: 6-96, family friendlyDates and times: June 21-25Location: A tranquil spot in

the Tanana Valley State ForestDescription: Week in the

Woods is an opportunity to leave everyday routines behind and gather in the remote boreal forest, learning and creating in a multi-generational commu-nity. It is a rare chance to live and study with an amazing cast of instructors, including wood-workers, craftspeople, artisans and naturalists. See website for details.

Cost: $250-$490Contact: John Manthei, pro-

gram director, 451-0445Email: tfsfolkschool@gmail.

com

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SPORTS CAMPS

Far North BMXSponsor: Far North BMXAges: 5 to adultDates and times: Practice is

on Monday evenings and races are on Wednesday evenings, from late May through August. Exact schedule is still being set.

Location: Corner of 19th Ave. and Kiana St.

Description: BMX (Bicycle Moto Cross) is an exciting and family-oriented sport that pro-vides great exercise in a fun, positive environment. No expe-rience necessary. If you can ride a bike without training wheels, you can race BMX. Helmet, long sleeve shirt, long pants and closed-toed shoes required. A limited number of loaner bikes and helmets are available on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Cost: $60 for USA BMX membership, plus weekly rac-ing fee.

Email: [email protected]

ALCAN Hockey Goal Scoring Camp

Sponsor: ALCANAges: 7-13Dates and times: May 27 to

July 17, 1:15-2:15 p.m.Location: UAF Patty Center

IceDescription: This program

will emphasize individual skills for goal scoring and offen-sive play. The focus will be on proper techniques to maxi-mize potential. This camp is designed to develop necessary tools to increase goal scoring: shooting angles, shot selection, on-ice positioning, shooting off the pass and rebounds and deflections.

Cost: $500Contact person

and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203

Email: [email protected]

ALCAN Hockey Power Skating Camp

Sponsor: ALCAN

Ages: 7-13Dates and times: May 27 to

July 17, 7:45-8:45 a.m.Location: UAF Patty Center

IceDescription: The focus will

be on proper techniques for speed development and accel-eration: acceleration and explo-siveness: first three steps; power and stride development: max-imize stride; and agility and quickness: body positioning and on-ice angles in small areas.

Cost: $500Contact person and

phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203

Email: [email protected]

ALCAN Speed and Fitness Camp

Sponsor: ALCANAges: 8-13Dates and times: May 27 to

July 25, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Location: Tanana Valley

FairgroundsDescription: The focus is on

speed and strength training. Morning sessions focus on improving speed and agility, with age-appropriate develop-ment strategies. Strength train-ing utilizes the child’s own body weight, along with medicine balls and resistance bands to promote balanced development and growth. Afternoon sessions are for optional skill develop-ment in selected primary sport.

Cost: $1,000Contact person and

phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203

Email: [email protected]

ALCAN Sports Camp

Sponsor: ALCAN

Ages: 8-13 Dates and times: May 27 to

July 25, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Location: Tanana Valley Fairgrounds

Description: Camp consists of small group activity with focus on the following: speed and strength training. Morn-ing sessions instruction will focus on improving speed and agility, with age appropriate development strategies. Skill development will be in selected primary sport. In afternoon ses-sions, athletes will select from a variety of sports and spend the week on skills development and repetitions.

Cost: $1,000, morning; $2,000, full day; 9 week pro-gram

Contact person and phone: ALCAN Sports, 455-4203

Email: [email protected]

Get Golf ReadySponsor: North Star Golf

ClubAges: Beginners, ages 15 and

older; parents and grandpar-ents can participate too

Dates and times: Choose from two sessions: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays, June 2 to July 21; or 6-7:30 p.m. Thurs-days, June 5-24

Location: 330 Golf Club Dr., off the Old Steese Highway, 0.75 miles from Chena Hot Springs Road

Description: Club offers small group instruction with Bernadine Stump, LPGA, using national Get Golf Ready format. Beginners learn the basics in a low-stress, fun environment. All equipment and supplies are provided. Weekly topics: swing

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READING MATTERS

A NEW DAY Enrolling for

Summer Sessions - Space is limited –

Private language therapy lessons

Academic language assessments

Work with all ages – K thru adults

References available

Call Rebecca George 457-6821

Certified Academic Language Therapist Licensed Dyslexia Practitioner

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fundamentals, putting, chipping, pitch-ing, driving, sand play, video lesson and on-course lesson.

Cost: $20/individual topic class, or $140/session

Contact person and phone: Melinda Evans, 455-8362, until May 15; Berni Stump, LPGA, 457-4653, after May 15.

Email: [email protected]: northstargolf.com/

junior-golf

GOLF! Fun for Kids Camps

Sponsor: North Star Golf ClubAges: 5-14

Dates and times: Weekly sessions, Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m. to noon, June 3-6, June 10-13, June 17-20, June 24-27, July 8-11, July 15-18, July 22-25, July 29 to Aug. 1, Aug. 5-8.

Location: 330 Golf Club drive, off the Old Steese Highway, 0.75 miles north of Chena Hot Springs Road.

Description: GOLF! camp offers small group instruction in a fun format using SNAG golf and other techniques with Bernadine Stump, LPGA. Kids will learn the basics, safety, etiquette, put-ting, short game, full swing and play on the course. All equipment and a snack is provided.

Cost: $125 per child per session. Scholarships of $25 are available

through Puttin on the Ritz and Play It Again Sports.

Contact person and phone: Melinda Evans, 455-8362, until May 15; Berni Stump, LPGA, 457-4653, after May 15.

Website: northstargolf.com/junior-golf

Kids Tennis Camps Sponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Associa-

tion Ages: grade K -12 Dates and times: Camp one: June

16-20, Camp two: June 23-27, Camp three: Aug. 4-8, grades K-5; Camp four: Aug. 11-14, grades K-5. Campers and les-son times are grouped as follows: grades K-2, 10-11 a.m.; grades 3-5, 9-11 a.m.; grades 6-8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; grades 9-12, 2-4 p.m.

Location: Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts. Registration: May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fairbanks Resource Agency, 805 Airport Road; June 1, noon to 4 p.m. at the Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts, behind Mary Siah Center.

Description: Weeklong tennis camps feature daily lessons for all skills and ages. Participants have fun and play with experienced coaches.

Cost: K-2, $25 per week; grades 3-12, $55 per week; scholarships available.

Contact: 455-4301Email: [email protected]: www.fairbankstennis.org

Kids Tennis Sessions Sponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Associa-

tion Ages: grades K-12 Dates and times: Session 1: June 2-13,

Session 2: June 30 to July 18, Session 3: July 21 to Aug. 1. Registration: May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fairbanks Resource Agency, 805 Airport Road, June 1, noon to 4 p.m. at the Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts.

Location: Dan Ramras Community Tennis Courts, behind Mary Siah Center.

Description: Sessions 1 and 3 are two-weeks long, featuring lessons twice weekly with match play on Friday. Ses-sion 2 is three weeks long, featuring lessons twice weekly with match play on Friday. Sessions provide lessons for all skills and ages. For specific times, con-firm at registration.

Cost: Sessions 1 and 3: $35, K-2; $40, grades 3-12. Session 2: $50, K-2; $55, grades 3-12.

Contact: 455-4301Email: [email protected]: www.fairbankstennis.org

North Pole Tennis SessionSponsor: Fairbanks Tennis Associa-

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Fairbanks BEST Showcase

BEST Homeschool allows parents to choose the curriculum together with a certified educational specialist.

All BEST students are eligible to enroll in up to two classes at their local schools and participate in FNSBSD sports, activities and music programs with no deductions from the student’s allotment.

Enrolling now! Homeschool grades kindergarten through 12 Online program grades 6 –12

For more information, call 452-2000, ext. 11201 • http://best.k12northstar.org

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Monday, April 14 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Noel Wien Library

1215 Cowles Street

Tuesday, April 22 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble 421 Merhar Drive

• Learn more about Fairbanks BEST. • Enroll for the 2014–2015 school year. • Explore different curriculum options. • Participate in creative homeschool-related activities.

tionAges: grades K-12Dates and times: Session 1,

June 2-20, Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Location: North Pole High SchoolDescription: Session features lessons

twice weekly with match play on Fri-day (except grades K-2). Participants have fun and play with experienced coaches. Campers and lesson times are grouped as follows: grade K-2, 9-10 a.m.; grades 3-5, 10-11 a.m., grades 6-12, 11 a.m. to noon. Please check on the Friday times at registration.

Cost: $35, grades K-2; $50, grades 3-12. Scholarships available.

Contact: 455-4301Email: [email protected]: www.fairbankstennis.org

SUMMER PROGRAMS

4-H Alaska/Japan Global Citizenship Program

Sponsor: University of Alaska 4-H Youth Development Program

Ages: 10-15Dates and times: July 26-Aug. 22Location: Interior AlaskaDescription: Cultural understanding

is key to success in the global workplace. Make a new friend by hosting a Japanese youth of the same gender and similar age. There is no need to be able to speak Japanese or plan special activities. Your delegate will experience your daily life and share Japanese culture with your family.

Cost: NoneContact person and phone: jfloyd1@

alaska.eduWebsite: www.alaska4h.org/host.

html

Babes in the WoodsSponsor: Friends of Creamer’s FieldAges: Younger than 3, with a caregiverDates and times: May 6, June 10,

July 8; 11 a.m. to noonLocation: Creamer’s Field Waterfowl

Refuge Farmhouse Visitor CenterDescription: Enjoy a nature-themed

program with your infant or toddler. Activities include a story, craft and a nature walk on the refuge. Dress for the weather. Each month is a different theme. Preregistration is required.

Cost: $3 donation suggestedContact person and phone: Friends

of Creamer’s Field, Christine, 452-5162Email: [email protected]

Website: www.creamersfield.org

Camp Wooly with the Children’s Museum

Sponsor: Fairbanks Children’s MuseumAges: 5-11Dates and times: Weekly sessions from

June 2 to Aug. 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: JP Jones Community Devel-

opment Center, 2400 Rickert St.Description: Full day programs are

designed around the museum’s mission of inspiring and connecting families through discovery and the power of play. Campers will explore learning with a different camp theme specific to their age and learning level each week. Science and art will come alive inside and out with interac-tive, hands-on activities taught by our certified teachers.

Cost: $225 per weekly sessionContact person and phone: Sar-

ah Robinson, director of education, 374-6873

Email: [email protected]

Website: register online at www.fairbankschildrensmuseum.com

Creamer’s Field Dairy Days

Sponsoring organization: Friends

of Creamer’s FieldAges: all agesDates and times: July 20, noon to

3 p.m.Location: Creamer’s Field Wildlife

Refuge, 1300 College RoadDescription: Join Creamer’s Field

for an afternoon, celebrating the dairy history of Fairbanks. Drop-in activities include farm animals, crafts, nature walks, artifact displays, Creamer’s his-tory presentations, old cars and farming equipment. You might even meet some members of the Creamer’s family. Fun for all ages.

Cost: donations appreciated

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Santa Claus House 101 St. Nicholas Dr. North Pole, AK 907-277-2784

www.JingleInJuly.com www.JingleInJuly.com

Saturday July 5

5K Run/Walk & 1K Kids Run w/the Elves

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378-1021 Message Phone

[email protected] www.fairbankstennis.org

PO Box 73993 Fbks, AK 99707

2014 SUMMER CLASSES

AND REGISTRATION

Fairbanks Resource Agency 805 Airport Rd. Saturday, May 3 10AM–2PM

Dan Ramras Tennis Courts Behind Mary Siah Rec Center

Community Tennis Block Party Sunday, June 1 • Noon–4PM

REGISTRATION:

F TA offers Camps/Sessions for Adults & Children June 2–August 15:

• 4 one-week camps • 2 two-week sessions • 1 three-week sessions

• 1 North Pole three-week session • Saturday Cardio Tennis

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Kids Free Tennis Sunday, June 1

K-2nd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon - 1 pm 3rd - 5th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pm - 2 pm 6th - 12th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 pm - 3 pm

Tennis Fun in the Midnight Sun Tennis Fun in the Midnight Sun

Contact person and phone: Friends of Creamer’s Field, Christine, 452-5162

Email: [email protected]

Enep’ut School-Age Summer Program

Sponsor: Enep’ut Children’s CenterAges: K-12 (younger children may

enroll through our preschool, toddler, and infant programs)

Dates and times: May 27 to Aug. 19, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: 1112 Hess Ave. (near UAF)Description: Our summer program

is designed to reinforce traditional school lessons through fun activities, discovery, arts and crafts, sports and “chores.” School-age children will be responsible for the maintenance of the flower and organic vegetable garden and general recycling. Activities will be enjoyed outside in the sunshine in Enep’ut’s large, natural play area.

Cost: Varies. Full-time and part-time options are available.

Contact phone: 479-6844Email: [email protected]

Fast-Pitch Softball and T-Ball Leagues

Sponsor: Interior Girls Softball Asso-ciation

Ages: 4-7, girls and boys t-ball; 8-19, girls fast-pitch softball

Dates and times: Leagues begin June 2 and run for eight weeks; games are at 6 and 7:30 p.m.

Location: South Davis Park Softball Complex, 2000 Davis Road

Description: IGSA is pleased to offer a safe, positive environment for youth softball. Skill levels range from novice to advanced. Teams are built based on an assessment/draft process (not including t-ball players). Assessments are Sunday, May 4, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at West Valley High School Gym.

Cost: $100, Fast-Pitch; $60, T-Ball

(discounts available)Contact person and phone: Valinda

Taylor, 322-0767Email: [email protected]

First Friday: FamilySponsoring organization: Forget-

Me-Not BooksAges: 0-18 Dates and times: Every First Friday of

the month.Location: 517 Gaffney RoadDescription: Drop-in kids craft activi-

ty runs throughout the day, plus one free children’s book is given to each child/

teen who stops by from the kids section.Cost: FreeContact person and phone: Krystin

Bogan, 456-6210Email: krystin@

literacycouncilofalaska.org

Intro to Sustainable Agriculture at The Farm at EKECCS

Sponsoring organization: Effie Kokrine Early College Charter School

Ages: grades 7-12Dates and times: Two sessions: June

2-27 and July 7-Aug. 1, Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Location: Effie Kokrine Early College Charter School

Description: Earn elective science credit while enjoying time outdoors. Students work in The Farm learning to grow their own food, take care of our rabbits and chickens, and sell vegetables at market.

Cost: $150 per sessionContact person and phone: Avril E.

Wiers, 474-0958 ext. 153Email: [email protected]

North Star Ballet

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Summer Dance Intensive

Sponsor: North Star BalletAges: 12-19Dates and times: June 16 to

July 11 Location: North Star Bal-

let, 1800 College Road, on the Tanana Valley Fairgrounds

Description: The program will include daily ballet class-es and classes in modern and Pilates. Students will partic-ipate in ballet and modern repertory classes in preparation for a concluding performance. Additional classes will cover dance history and related sub-jects.

Cost: $1,200Contact: Kristina, 451-8800Email: [email protected]

Preschool Nature Discovery Program

Sponsor: Friends of Cream-er’s Field, Thread Resource and Referral

Ages: 3-6 Dates and times: May 8,

June 12, July 10, 1-2:30 p.m.Location: Creamer’s Field

Refuge Visitor CenterDescription: Designed for

preschoolers and their caregiv-ers, activities include a story, craft and a walk on the refuge. Please pre-register. Each month offers a different theme.

May 8: What’s up, Camou-flage? June 12: What’s the Buzz, Mosquitoes? July 10: Fluttering with Butterflies.

Cost: $3 suggested donation appreciated

Contact person and phone: Friends of Creamer’s Field, Christine, 452-5162

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.creamersfield.org

Summer Sessions at JP Jones

Sponsor: JP Jones Communi-ty Development Center

Ages: 5-18Dates and times: June

through AugustLocation: 2400 Rickert St.,

FairbanksDescription: Programs to

be offered through the summer include Math Camp, Rites of Passage, Dance Practica for

Kids, and a Summer Food Program. The Fairbanks Chil-dren’s Museum’s Educational Day Camp is here, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, all sum-mer. Call the center if you have a program but need space. We are looking for program partners.

Cost: variesContact person and

phone: 456-3729Email: [email protected]

Summer at Spruce Tree Montessori

Sponsor: Spruce Tree Mon-tessori School

Ages: 3-12Dates and times: June 9 to

Aug. 8Location: 1830 Second Ave.,

FairbanksDescription: Make this your

child’s best summer yet. Our

camps offer an opportunity to experience paths less traveled during the school year, with arts and crafts, science experiments, outdoor sports (swimming/bik-ing), logic games and activities, cooking, gardening and more. Full- or half-day options, one week at a time.

Cost: $175/week, half day or $300/week, full day

Contact person and phone: Sabrina Binkley,

479-8733 or 590-2829Email: sabrina@

sprucetreemontessori.com

Tanana Valley State Fair: Peonies from Heaven

Ages: all agesDates and times: Aug. 1-9,

Monday-Thursday, noon to 10 p.m.; Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; fireworks at the end of the last day.

Location: Tanana Valley State Fairgrounds, College Road and Aurora Drive

Description: Alaska’s oldest Fair celebrates 83 years of com-munity, fun, entertainment and food in the Interior. Agricultural exhibits, livestock, carnival, shopping, free entertainment, rodeo, mud bogs and much more.

Entry times and dates: nonperishable entry day, 1-6 p.m. July 26; junior perishable entry day and cake decorating entry, 1-6 p.m. July 31; for all exhibits and payouts, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 10, at the summer office.

Cost: Season tickets: adults, 18-59, $35; juniors and seniors, $20; younger than 5, free. Daily tickets: adults, $10; juniors and seniors, $5; younger than 5, free.

Contact: Fair offices, 452-3750

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.tananavalleyfair.org

ONE-DAY EVENTS

3rd Annual Chena Riverwalk

Sponsor: Tanana Valley Watershed Association and partners

Ages: 1-12Dates and times: Saturday,

June 14, noon to 4 p.m. Location: Carlson CenterDescription: This is a fun,

educational journey along the Chena River where kids and parents stop at booths, run by local organizations, to do art projects, play games and learn about our watershed.

CAMP HABITAT

SUMMER PROGRAMS

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UAF Summer Sessions & Lifelong Learningwww.uaf.edu/summer/

Kid’s CAFEwith Luis Martinez

All CAFE camps are held 9 a.m.–noon in the Hutchison Kitchen. Class size limited to 20.CAFE Youth Baking Blitz

CAFE International Culinary Arts Workshop

CAFE Kids’ Cooking Camp

Art Camp with Gail Priday and Karinna Gomez

Bug Camp with Derek and Melissa Sikes

Dinosaur Camp with Patrick Druckenmiller

Camp iPadwith Gary Bender

Music Camp with Vince Cee

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Do you need a full-day program? Combine these Kids Camps with the UAF RecCamp, off ering half-day programs starting at 7:30 a.m., transportation between programs, and activities until 5:30 p.m. Contact Kaydee Miller with UAF RecCamp at 474-6806 or email [email protected].

PARENTS!YOUR HIGH SCHOOLERSCAN GET A HEAD START ON COLLEGE!

Explore over 50 UAF summer courses your kids may qualify

to take for dual credit.

Financial aid options are available.

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www.uaf.edu/summer/highschool/

$175per camp