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WITHINSUMMER CAMP 2017SUMMER DAY CAMP & SPECIALTY CAMPSEDWARDSVILLE YMCA

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As you watch your children run around the yard, outfitted in their hand made superhero cape, you wish for them to keep dreaming big throughout their life. You know your child has a superhero within them. At the YMCA, our goal is to help your child find the hero within by learning new skills and creating lasting friendships (every superhero needs allies).

At the YMCA Summer Day Camp, your child will have the opportunity to climb the highest mountain by first mastering our indoor rock wall, swim the deepest seas by first gaining water skills in our outdoor pool, and explore new lands with our weekly age appropriate field trips. They will learn the value of teamwork within their groups as they play games in the gym and the skate center floor. Finally, they will foster friendships that will cross over into their school years and daily lives.

You might be seeking out ways for your child to find their own path, and with our Speciality Camps, you can do just that. Your child can have the opportunity to participate in camps from the Arts and Humanities, Rec. Sports, Gymnastics, Tennis, Aquatics, Climbing and Fitness Departments. If you’re a working parent and need the Summer Day Camp but still want your child to have the opportunity to participate in the Specialty Camps, we can help make that happen. Simply fill out the registration forms carefully and let our staff know the week of your child’s Specialty Camp so we can help your child experience the camp day that is right for them.

We look forward to a summer to remember in 2017, helping all of our campers to FIND THE HERO WITHIN at the Edwardsville YMCA Summer Camp.

Sincerely,

Jamie KupfererSummer Camp DirectorEdwardsville YMCA

DEAR PARENTS,

YMCA SUMMER CAMP......FINDING THE HERO WITHIN THIS SUMMER!

HELPING YOUR CHILDREN FIND THE HERO WITHIN

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DAWN CUNNINGHAMHEALTH & WELLNESS

MEYER CENTER [email protected]

618.655.1460

TRACY FRYERGYMNASTICS

[email protected]

618.655.1460

NATASHA HOWARDARTS & CLIMBING

[email protected]

618.655.1460

ANGIE PENCETENNIS

[email protected]

618.655.1460

PAM PINEGARAQUATICS DIRECTOR

[email protected]

NATE TINGLEYSENIOR PROGRAM DIRECTOR

(REC. SPORTS)[email protected]

618.655.1460YMCA SUMMER CAMP......FINDING THE HERO WITHIN THIS SUMMER!

WHO’S WHO AT CAMPSPECIALTY CAMP LEADERSHIPSUMMER DAY CAMP LEADERSHIP

JAMIE KUPFERER SUMMER CAMP

DIRECTOR [email protected]

618.655.1460

KATE KNOLHOFFSUMMER CAMP

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

KRISTEE ELLIOTTSUMMER CAMP

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

JASON MACLINSUMMER CAMP

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

CATIE TAYLORSUMMER CAMP

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

TOM VERHEYENMEYER CENTER BRANCH

[email protected]

618.655.1460

HELPING YOUR CHILDREN FIND THE HERO WITHIN

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PARENTS TRUST USYMCA Day Camps provide a happy, healthy environment for children to learn & grow. Children have the opportunity to build self-confidence, independence & creativity. Parents have peace of mind knowing their children are in a safe & enriching place.

CAMP GROUPSWe know how important your children are to you, and they are also very important to us. Therefore we will be dividing each grade level into three groups with a counselor / camper ratio of 10 to 1. This gives us the ability to provide more individual attention to your camper(s).

STAFFFriendly and familiar faces are prepared to welcome your children as we have many staff members returning this year from last summer, and we will be adding some new energy to the group with new counselors as well. Our lead counselors, and the majority of our summer camp counselors, have completed a minimum of one year of college with a required number of credit hours in child development and recreation.

REGISTRATION• Our Day Camp is a 12 week program* that runs from May 22ND - August 11TH. Campers can sign up for one or more weeks. *The scheduled starting date of Summer Camp is subject to change depending on District 7 snow days that are used after the catalog goes to print.

• Specialty Camps run from June 5TH - Aug. 10TH

• Registration opens on March 6TH for members & March 20th for non-members• Please submit the following: • Registration Form (one per child) • $25 non-refundable deposit/week/child• More information on pages 5-7

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

SUMMER DAY CAMP: Grades K-5TH .................................................................................................... 4TEEN ADVENTURE CAMP: Grades 6TH-8TH ....................................................................................... 8SPECIALTY CAMPS: Grades K-8TH ......................................................................................................... 9PRESCHOOL CAMPS: Ages 4-5 ...........................................................................................................10AQUATICSGuard Start (Jr. Lifeguard) .......................................................................................................................................................11Make A Splash ............................................................................................................................................................................11Row, Row, Row Your Boat .......................................................................................................................................................11Swimming Lessons.....................................................................................................................................................................11

ARTS & HUMANITIESAll The Arts (EAC)... .................................................................................................................................................................. 21Basic Drawing & Painting ..................................................................................................................................................... 12Candy Chemistry ........................................................................................................................................................................17Chocolate Lovers .......................................................................................................................................................................17Circus Camp ................................................................................................................................................................................17Clay Charms ................................................................................................................................................................................14Comic Book Camp ................................................................................................................................................................... 20Creative Creatures .................................................................................................................................................................. 15Dance Camp .............................................................................................................................................................................. 19Dinosaur Camp ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20Drawing (EAC) ........................................................................................................................................................................... 21Drawing & Painting (EAC)..................................................................................................................................................... 21Fairy Camp. ................................................................................................................................................................................ 15Fundamentals of Painting (EAC) ......................................................................................................................................... 21Fun Fashion. .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14Gardening .................................................................................................................................................................................. 17Glitter Camp. ............................................................................................................................................................................. 13Hodge Podge Modge Podge ............................................................................................................................................... 13Hooping ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 15Introductory Ceramics (EAC) ............................................................................................................................................... 21Jewelry Making. ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14Junior Theatre Camp .............................................................................................................................................................. 18LEGO Camp................................................................................................................................................................................ 20Mad Science: Red Hot Robots . ......................................................................................................................................... 16Mad Science: Secret Agent .................................................................................................................................................. 16Math Mayhem .......................................................................................................................................................................... 16Messy Art Camp....................................................................................................................................................................... 12Mini-Mash Bash ...................................................................................................................................................................... 13Music Theatre Revue ............................................................................................................................................................. 18My Doll & Me .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19Mystery Box Challenge ......................................................................................................................................................... 13Origami ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Perler Beads / Pegboard Crafting .................................................................................................................................... 15Pinterest Party ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15Process & Play With Clay..................................................................................................................................................... 14Rainbow Stamp Printmaking Camp .................................................................................................................................. 13Safe Sitter Camp ..................................................................................................................................................................... 16Sculpture .................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Sewing & Finger Knitting Camp. ........................................................................................................................................ 14Smart Art ................................................................................................................................................................................... 12Stagecraft. ...................................................................................................................................................................................18Theatre Camp ........................................................................................................................................................................... 18Video Game Crafts ................................................................................................................................................................. 20Wheel Throwing (EAC) ........................................................................................................................................................... 21Y Sing Choir .............................................................................................................................................................................. 19Zoosical Music Camp 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CLIMBING & OUTDOOR RECREATIONAnimal Tracking & Bird Watching Camp .......................................................................................................................... 23Archery Camp ............................................................................................................................................................................ 22Hiking/Finding Nature In Your Community ..................................................................................................................... 23Nerf Dart Tag Camp ................................................................................................................................................................ 23Outdoor Rec Sampler ............................................................................................................................................................. 22Rock Climbing Camp ................................................................................................................................................................ 223 Day Fishing Camp ................................................................................................................................................................ 23

GYMNASTICSGirls Cheerleading Camp........................................................................................................................................................ 24Girls Gymnastics Camp .......................................................................................................................................................... 24Gymnastics/Tumbling & Trampoline Combo Camp ...................................................................................................... 24Tumbling/Trampoline Camp .................................................................................................................................................. 24

HEALTH & FITNESSLittle Yogi’s ................................................................................................................................................................................. 25Relay For Fun ............................................................................................................................................................................. 25Self Defense For Kids ............................................................................................................................................................. 25Softball Skills & Drills ............................................................................................................................................................. 25Sport Karate .............................................................................................................................................................................. 25

RECREATIONAL SPORTSBasketball Camp ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27Dodgeball Camp ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27Sand Volleyball Camp ............................................................................................................................................................. 26Sports Frenzy ............................................................................................................................................................................ 26Soccer Skills Camp ................................................................................................................................................................... 27Volleyball Camp......................................................................................................................................................................... 26Wiffleball/Kickball Camp........................................................................................................................................................ 26

TENNISTennis Camps ............................................................................................................................................................................ 28

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER: Ages 6wks-5yrs ........................................ 31

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WHEN CAN I REGISTER? YMCA Member RegistrationBegins Monday, March 6, 2017Non-Member RegistrationBegins Monday, March 20, 2017

WHERE DO I REGISTER? Registration may be done at either of the Edwardsville YMCA locations but are only accepted in person at the Service Desk. Registrations will not be accepted by telephone, by mail, or online. Please refer to pages 6 & 7 for fee structuring and other financial information. We HIGHLY recommend that you register for all the weeks you need at your initial registration and register as early as possible. There are a limited number of spaces per grade level. We have had several grade levels reach capacity for several weeks each of the last several summers. Don’t get left out! Register for all your weeks at once!

REGISTRATION HOURS Monday - Thursday • 6:00AM - 10:00PMFriday • 6:00AM - 9:00PMSaturday • 7:00AM - 8:00PMSunday • 10:00AM - 6:00PMMeyer Center: (618) 655-1460Esic Center: (618) 656-0436

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE There’s something about summer camp memories that stick with us forever. The friendships we make, the skills we learn, and the confidence we build last long after the summer ends. The Edwardsville YMCA Summer Day Camps have provided thousands of children in our community with a camp experience they never forget. Our camps offer a variety of experiences for children of all ages and abilities, with each camp offering safe and supervised fun provided by a caring, responsible staff. Each child gains something different at camp: making new friends, learning how to swim, self-confidence, independence, and leadership—skills that last far beyond camp.

Whether it’s your child’s first camp experience through our traditional Summer Day Camp, one of our action-packed Summer Specialty Camps or Teen Adventure Camp, each of our camps provide an environment where campers are encouraged to grow, have fun, and make those memories that will last a lifetime.

2017 SUMMER DAY CAMPHeld at the Meyer Center

2017 CAMP SCHEDULEWEEK DATES DAYS THEME

1* May 22ND - 26TH 5* Superheroes Assemble!2 May 30TH - June 2ND 4 Soaring To New Heights3 June 5TH - 9TH 5 Every Superhero Needs A Sidekick4 June 12TH - 16TH 5 Jumping Buildings In A Single Bound!5 June 19TH - 23RD 5 Searching For The Bat Signal6 June 26TH - 30TH 5 Spidey Senses

7 July 3RD - 7TH* NO CAMP JULY 4TH 4 Truth, Justice & The American Way

8 July 10TH - 14TH 5 It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane...9 July 17TH - 21ST 5 Aquaman’s Zone

10 July 24TH - 28TH 5 Create Your Own Path In The Flash Point11 July 31ST - August 4TH 5 Great Adventures Happen Where You Least Expect It12 August 7TH - 11TH 5 With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility

* The start date of camp depends on the number of snow days taken by Edwardsville District 7. Please refer to the online catalog for updates. If the scenario arises (due to snow days) to have only 2 days of camp on May 25TH & 26TH, those days will be offered as Activity Day Camp (K - 5TH) NOT Summer Camp days.

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Note: 2 and 3 camper prices are based on child being from the same family. Tuition for the week includes all snacks for all Summer Campers.

DEPOSITSTo assist the YMCA in making sure we have enough staff and to hold one of the limited spaces available, we require that you put a $25 non-refundable deposit on each week your camper(s) will attend. The balance of your camp fee is then due on the first day of the week your child attends. Example for one camper:

Weekly fee (five day week) $135.00 Deposit - $25.00Balance due first day $110.00(Deposits are the same for the 4-day weeks.)

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEWe do accept CHASI as a form of payment. Written approval from the CHASI office will be required before the child starts camp. Please submit your CHASI application as soon as possible (approval can take several weeks). Campers using CHASI as payment can only attend the number of days approved by CHASI. Additional days must be paid for by parent seperately.We require that you put a $25 deposit (refundable upon approval) per child per week on each week your camper(s) will attend. If you are denied CHASI and still would like assistance with payment, please fill out a Y Camp Financial Assistance Form available at the Service Desk at both our Meyer and Esic Centers.

PAYMENT OPTIONSWEEKLY BANK/DEBIT/CREDIT CARD DRAFT$5 Discount per week!!Avoid those long lines on Monday mornings with our convenient bank/debit/credit card draft pay option. Bring a voided check and fill out a draft agreement form when you register and pay your deposit. The remaining fee will be deducted directly from your checking or credit/debit card account on the Monday of each week reserved. WITHDRAWL SCHEDULE: All fees are withdrawn the Monday of the Week your camper attends. Any changes to ACH/Checking withdraw must be received at the Meyer Center no later than close on the Wednesday evening prior to the week the draft would occur (the week already reserved). If using a credit or debt card, any changes to automatic tuition charges to the credit card on file must occur by 8:00AM on the Monday of the reserved week. Please keep your card and bank information on file up to date. Late fees may apply for insufficient funds or declined credit/debt cards. ANY ADDITIONAL WEEKS ADDED AFTER INITIAL REGISTRATION MUST BE PAID BY CASH, CREDIT/DEBIT CARD OR CHECK AT TIME OF ADDITION. IF YOU ADD MORE THAN ONE WEEK, THOSE WEEKS MUST BE PAID IN FULL AS WELL.ONLINE PAYMENTSMembers who have made a deposit for a week of camps may use www.edwardsvilleymca.com to pay the remaining balance on that week. Remember that all fees must be paid on the Monday of the week attending to avoid a late fee. Lunch tickets can be added at the Camp Desk during normal camp hours if payment is cash or check. The main service desk accepts cash, check and credit cards during normal business hours.

KEEP IN MIND...FORFEITURE OF DEPOSITIf you make a deposit on a week and you do not attend, your deposit will be forfeited. It will not be returned nor will it be applied to another week without a change form. Change forms are available at either service desk. The change form has to be submitted on the Friday prior to the week you are requesting to change. There is a $5 fee per change form submitted.LATE PAYMENT CHARGEA $10 late fee will be charged if full payment is not received on the first day of the week your camper attends.KEEP PAYMENTS UP TO DATECampers with an outstanding balance from previous weeks will not be able to sign-up or attend camp. In order to stay current, all fees need to be paid no later than the Friday of the week they are due. LATE PICK-UP FEES Summer camp closes at 6:00PM. Each child not picked up by that time will be assessed a $1 per minute late fee. Please be on time, as no exceptions will be made.WEEKEND BEFORE OR DAY OF REGISTRATION If you register for Summer Camp & Specialty Camp(s) the weekend before or day of camp, please inform the desk upon drop-off, present your receipt in order to avoid your child missing their registered Specialty Camp.

FINANCIAL INFORMATIONFEE STRUCTURE

COST OF A 5 DAY CAMP WEEK# of

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Members1 $135 $1752 $256.50 $13.50 $3503 $378 $27 $525

COST OF A 4 DAY CAMP WEEKThe fee is only pro-rated for the weeks of

May 30TH - June 2ND and July 3RD - 7TH

1 $108 $1402 $205.20 $10.80 $2803 $302.40 $21.60 $420

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FIELD TRIPSThis years field trips will be divided into three groups: K & 1ST, 2ND & 3RD and 4TH & 5TH grades. Most of the field trips are scheduled on Fridays. Extra information will be available a day or two ahead of the field trip concerning departure times and changes in the daily schedule.

CAMP ATTIREDue to the high level of physical activity involved in camp every day, it is required that campers wear comfortable athletic shoes - NO FLIP-FLOPS, SANDALS, OR CROCS PLEASE. Socks are a daily requirement because of roller skating. We will provide roller skates for campers or they may bring their skates from home. All campers will have an opportunity to swim two days a week. They will need their own swimwear, towel and if necessary, sunscreen.

MEDICATIONIf medication is necessary during camp hours, the medication, along with a doctor’s note, must be given to the camp nurse by the parent. No camper shall be allowed to keep prescription or over-the-counter medications with them.

SNACKS, LUNCH & MENUCampers will have a morning snack break, a lunch period, and an afternoon snack break. Snacks are included in the cost of your weekly fees, so there is even less to worry about. Each camper can choose from two options listed for each snack period. Campers can still choose to bring a snack from home. Lunches are available for purchase when you sign your camper in at the camp desk. To put your child on the lunch count for the day, just put an “x” in the box labeled “lunch” next to your camper’s name on the sign in sheet. Each lunch is $3.00 or you may purchase a lunch card worth 5 lunches for $15.00. A menu indicating the weekly snacks and daily lunch are available at the camp desk and the main service desks at both YMCA locations. Campers can still bring their lunch from home if they choose. Please note however that due to health regulations and space restrictions, refrigeration and microwave access are not available to the campers. A cold drink will be available to all campers at no cost during lunch time.

SODA & VENDING MACHINESThe vending machines at the YMCA have items for sale for non-camp customers. These machines cause difficulties during camp with campers buying items throughout the day and losing or spilling the items. Campers in K-5TH grade will be restricted from buying items from the vending machines. Teens will only have access to the vending machines at specified times during the day.

AGE & GRADE REQUIREMENTSCampers must be a minimum age of 5 AND be exiting Kindergarten, while Teens must be no older than 14 AND exiting 8TH grade (entering Freshman year). All campers must be potty trained and be able to change into and out of their swim wear independently.

ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL TIMESCamp opens at 6:15AM each day. Campers may arrive any time after 6:15AM. A parent or guardian must accompany the camper and sign them in. Camp closes at 6:00PM. Campers must be signed out by a parent or guardian by 6:00PM. Please note, a $1 per minute per child late fee will be charged for each minute(s) after 6:00PM in which the child is not picked up.

DROPPING OFFParents or guardians dropping off their camper must sign their camper in each and every time they come to camp. For the safety of your camper, there can be no exceptions to this rule. For the safety of all campers and staff, we ask all parents to remain in the “Pick Up and Drop Off area” located directly in front of the camp desk when dropping off your camper. Once you sign them in, get a hug and a kiss good bye and know that your child is ready to start their day, and you can start yours. If you have any questions or concerns, just ask a member of our desk staff to call for a camp director or your child’s lead counselor and we would be happy to answer your questions or concerns.

PICKING UPAnyone picking up a child must be on file as authorized by the camper’s parent to pick up the camper. Anyone picking up a camper must present a valid photo ID each and every time they sign out their camper for the night. Again for the safety of our campers and staff (and to avoid any confusion at pick up time) we ask all parents to remain in the “Pick Up and Drop Off area” located directly in front of the camp desk when picking up your camper. If you have any questions or concerns, just ask a member of our desk staff to call for a camp director or your child’s lead counselor and we would be happy to answer your questions or concerns.

CAMPERS ATTENDING SPECIALTY CAMPS & AFTERNOON CLASSESIf your child is attending both the summer day camp and is also attending a specialty camp hosted by either Arts & Humanities, Rec. Sports, Outdoor Rec/Climbing, Fitness, Tennis, Aquatics, or Gymnastics, know that we do our best to make sure that we get your camper to and from their class on time. However, we need your help to make sure that happens. When you sign in your camper at the camp desk, please ask one of our camp desk staff members to check our list of current specialty campers for the week. They will confirm that your camper is on the list to go to their specialty camp. If your camper is signed up for a class in the afternoon about the same time as you plan to pick up, please make sure that you remember to sign your camper out at the camp desk before going to watch their class.

WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW

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The YMCA of Edwardsville is very proud to offer the teen summer program again this year. This program is designed for those that have completed 6TH, 7TH, and 8TH grades and allows teens to take responsibility for themselves and to become confident, trustworthy members of our adult community. The teens begin each day in their private recreational area with its own lounge, foosball table, air hockey table, pool table and a large-screen TV. From there they will plan their day with their friends by choosing from a variety of activities such as skating, rock climbing, gymnastics, swimming, fitness center time and sports, just to name a few. They will also have opportunities to travel out into the community to perform service projects at many worthy institutions, not to mention other fun projects like the cardboard boat regatta! The Teen Adventure Camp program typically takes field trips every Thursday to places such as The Edge, Six Flags, Raging Rivers, Splash City and Edison’s.Don’t be bored at home this summer. Come join our teens for a busy and gratifying experience. Applications for the Teen Adventure Camp 2017 program are available at the Service Desk of both the Esic and Meyer Centers or online at www.edwardsvilleymca.com. (The fee structure, payment policy and registration procedures are the same as the standard YMCA Camp on page 6.)Snacks are included with Teen Adventure Camp as well! Teens do have the choice of an “Upsized” lunch. For a dollar more (payable in cash at the Teen Camp Sign In Desk the day your Teen wants to upsize their lunch), your Teen Adventure Camper will get an adult sized portion of lunch - two servings of the entree, two sides and a drink.

JOIN IN ON THE ADVENTURE THIS SUMMER!FIND THE HERO WITHIN!

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Give your kids camp experiences they will

remember for a lifetime & get them involved in

Specialty Camps!

Summer Specialty Camps provide opportunities to get involved in a wide variety of new and exciting activities

right here at the Edwardsville YMCA!

They are for kids of all ages whether you are a

full-day camper or not, member or non-member!

Preschool ..................................................10

Aquatics .................................................... 11

Arts & Humanities ................................. 12

Creative Arts .......................12-15

Discovery & Education ....16-17

Cooking...................................16

Theatre, Music & Dance ...18-19

Exploration...........................16

Edwardsville Arts ..............21

Center Classes

Climbing & Outdoor Recreation............................................... 21

Gymnastics ............................................ 24

Health & Fitness ................................... 25

Recreational Sports............................. 26

Tennis ...................................................... 28

Specialty Camp Checklist.................. 29

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UP IN THE STARS

June 5TH - 8TH

Come be an astronaut and explore space! Join us on an exciting adventure, where we will create a planet, play with moon sand and

more!

EVERY CHILD IS AN ARTISTART CAMP

June 12TH - 15TH

Art has the role of helping children express their individuality. Join us for painting and

many other art activities.

KNIGHTS & PRINCESS CAMP

June 19TH - 22ND

Travel back in time and enjoy living during the Renaissance. Discover and replicate a family crest. Create a castle, practice your jester antics to perform in front of the king and queen and make a personalized chalice to

use at a royal meal.

DOWN ON THE FARM

July 10TH - 13TH

Join us down on the farm for lots of fun while we learn about farms and farm animals.

We will learn what it’s like to milk a cow, we’ll let pigs play in the mud, have silly egg races and graph our favorite Farm animal. We’ll

also learn which products come from our farms.

SUPERHEROES & VILLAINS

July 17TH - 20TH

Whether you like superheroes or villains, be it Hulk, Green Lantern, Batman, Iron Man or Captain America or even Bat Girl or Black

Widow. Join us as we “pass the super power”, go on a scavenger hunt, and

design our own cape, mask, shield and arm cuffs.

AHOY MATEY!! A PIRATE & OCEAN ADVENTURE

July 24TH - 27TH

Does digging up pirate treasures sound like fun to you? Then Arrgg, join us this week and we will determine if salt water makes things

float, count jewels in a piratechest, go fishing for some grub and

even walk the plank!!!

PRESCHOOL

These summer preschool camps are designed for children ages 4 & 5 only. Children must be 4 years old by June 5TH, 2017. Weekly themes will include daily circle time activities that help develop fine motor, gross

motor, self-help & social-emotional skills. Classes are held indoors & taught by experienced preschool teachers. Outdoor recess time, weather permitting, is included. The summer program is a non co-op program

with up to 20 children in each class. Classes meet Monday - Thursday from 9:00AM to NOON in the Esic Center preschool classrooms.

The fee is $70 per class for members and $80 for non-members. A snack & drink are provided each day. You are welcome to sign up for as many camps as you would like!

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AQUATICS

SWIMMING LESSONSGRADES DATE TIME

K - 4TH

June 19TH - 22ND

June 26TH - 29TH

July 10TH - 13TH

July 17TH - 20TH

9:00 - 10:20AM

Meyer Center Outdoor PoolMembers: $40 • Non-Members: $55

Learn to swim at camp this summer! Classes are for beginning to upper level swimmers.

GUARD START (JR. LIFEGUARD)GRADES DATE TIME

6TH - 8TH July 24TH - 27TH 9:00 - 10:30AMMeyer Center Outdoor Pool

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $65Learn how to become a lifeguard at the Meyer Pool. You will learn CPR skills and first aid, along with scanning the pool and shadowing lifeguards. This camp is limited to 6 participants.

ROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOATGRADES DATE TIME

K - 3RD June 5TH - 8TH

July 24TH - 27TH 9:00 - 10:20AM


Learn the basic skills of boating and canoeing while in the pool at Meyer. This class is limited to 12 participants per session.

MAKE A SPLASHGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH June 12TH - 15TH

July 31ST - August 3RD 9:00 - 10:20AM


Fun water games in the pool: water polo, snorkeling, water basketball and volleyball.

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BASIC DRAWING & PAINTINGGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH July 24TH - 27TH 9:00 - 11:00AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $56 • Non-Members: $70Come try your hand at drawing and painting. Whether you are a beginner or advanced, this class is for you.

SMART ARTGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH June 19TH - 22ND 8:30 - 10:30AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $56 • Non-Members: $70Get ready for some crazy art experiments! We will get a little bit creative, little bit wild, and probably a lot messy. Then we will dig deeper to figure out how each of these projects work. This S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art & math) based camp is a great way to get both sides of our brains working.

SCULPTUREGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH June 5TH - 8TH 9:00 - 11:00AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $60Class will create sculptures using different elements and mediums.

ORIGAMIGRADES DATE TIME

1ST - 8TH July 17TH - 20TH 9:00 - 10:30AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $55Learn the ancient art of paper folding and impress your friends with your new found talent.

MESSY ART CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 5TH June 12TH - 15TH

June 19TH - 22ND 9:00 - 10:30AM

Meyer Center (Outside)Members: $60 • Non-Members: $75

Art that Mom and Dad will not let you do at home! Children should come in old clothes and ready to be outside. We will be covered in paint and other washable messy items. Please bring a change of clothes for after messy camp each day. Swimsuits are encouraged.

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MINI-MASH BASHGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND July 31ST - August 3RD 9:00 - 10:00AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45This camp is one big mixed up art party! Every day will include a large variety of art supplies that we will experiment with together. Then it’s up to you to be as creative as you can be with the supplies provided.

MYSTERY BOX CHALLENGEGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 8TH July 31ST - August 3RD 10:15AM - 12:15PMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $60Each day you will get a brand new surprise box of art supplies. Your challenge is to make the most creative, unique, and beautiful piece of art that you can in the time allotted. At the end of each day we will show off our work.

HODGE PODGE MODGE PODGEGRADES DATE TIME

K - 3RD July 3RD - 6TH* NO CLASS JULY 4TH 1:00 - 3:00PM

Meyer Center Program RoomsMembers: $45 • Non-Members: $55

Come explore the different items we can make using Modgepodge. Décor crafts and more.

GLITTER CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 3RD June 26TH - 29TH 9:00 - 10:30AMMeyer Center (Outside)

Members: $60 • Non-Members: $70Do you love glitter!? This camp is for you! All projects will include our love for glitter. Please note camp will be outside. Dress for sunshine and messy glitter fun.

RAINBOW STAMP PRINTMAKING CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

4TH - 8TH July 10TH - 13TH 1:00 - 2:30PMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $60 • Non-Members: $75Students will explore the world of color and pattern with this introduction toprintmaking. Students will have the opportunity to design their own stamps tocreate fun and colorful artworks.

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PROCESS & PLAY WITH LOCAL CLAYGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND June 5TH - 8TH 9:00 - 11:00AM3RD - 8TH June 5TH - 8TH 9:00 - 11:00AM

Metro East Lutheran(For bus transportation, arrive at Meyer by 8:30am, we will leave promptly at 8:45am.

If the camper misses the bus, please drop child off at Metro East Lutheran.)Members & Non-Members: $90

In class we will process local clay that was dug up in a local back yard! The class may even get to hunt for some clay on the classroom grounds. We will take that local clay and transform it from everyday dirt into beautiful red earthenware clay that we will use to make functional ceramic pieces. Miss Brandy has opened her very own art center, called The Macoupin Art Collective. It is located on Main Street in Staunton, Illinois. The MAC will focus on bringing art education to the community through in-house workshops and community outreach.

CLAY CHARMSGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH July 17TH - 20TH 9:00 - 10:30AM Meyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $55Come learn how to make your own clay charms using sculpey clay. Class will work on creating their own handmade charm bracelet.

JEWELRY MAKINGGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH June 12TH - 15TH 9:00 - 11:30AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $56 • Non-Members: $70Come explore the different avenues of jewelry making. Join us as we make unique rings, necklaces, bracelets and much more.

SEWING & FINGER KNITTING CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 8TH July 10TH - 13TH 9:00AM - NOONMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $55 • Non-Members: $70This camp will learn basic sewing and finger and arm knitting to create projects.

FUN FASHIONGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH June 26TH - 29TH 1:00 - 3:00PMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $55 • Non-Members: $70This camp will focus on making unique fashions to wear from different items. Reconstruct t-shirts, make jewelry, accessories & more. The sky is the limit!

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PINTEREST PARTYGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH June 12TH - 15TH 1:00 - 3:00PM Meyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $60Unleash your creative side with the real life version of your favorite site! We will try a variety of arts and crafts during camp, but we will also learn how to find and follow craft tutorials online. This will help young crafters continue making art throughout the year. Each camper will use pictures to make their own idea board. As a group we will make up our own step-by-step tutorial that we can share with friends and maybe even post on Pinterest.

PERLER BEADS/ PEGBOARD CRAFTINGGRADES DATE TIME

K - 3RD July 3RD - 6TH* NO CLASS JULY 4TH 1:00 - 2:30PM


Come explore all the different things you can make with perler beads. Ornaments, magnets, keychains and more! There are so many patterns to explore.

CREATIVE CREATURESGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND July 24TH - 27TH 12:30 - 1:30PM3RD - 8TH July 24TH - 27TH 1:30 - 3:00PM

Meyer Center Program RoomsK - 2ND : Members: $40 • Non-Members: $553RD - 8TH: Members: $50 • Non-Members: $65

Students will have the opportunity to get their hands messy with paper macheand paint to build one-of-a-kind creatures.

HOOPINGGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH June 5TH - 8TH 9:00 - 10:30AMMeyer Center (Outside)

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $40

This camp will focus on basic hooping skills both on and off the body and how to put them into a routine. Each student will make their own hoop that they will get to take home at the end of the week. Class is outside. Bring a water bottle.

FAIRY CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 1ST June 5TH - 8TH 12:30 - 1:30PM2ND - 4TH June 5TH - 8TH 1:30 - 3:00PM

Meyer Center Program RoomsK - 1ST : Members: $45 • Non-Members: $60

2ND - 4TH : Members: $55 • Non-Members: $70Students will make a Fairy Garden and a Fairy Home while learning about differentFairies. If we build it for them; they will come!

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MAD SCIENCE: SECRET AGENTGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND June 12TH - 15TH 8:30 - 11:30AMK - 5TH June 12TH - 15TH NOON - 3:00PM


Ever dream of becoming a secret agent? We will start with the basics: From decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, campers have the opportunity to check out spy tech equipment and take home lots of gadgets like spy glasses! Step into the shoes of a detective as you uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis! Figure out the science of forensics in a hands-on look at crime scenes! Become a super spy and learn clever ways of performing tasks as we take a hands-on investigation of the science that spies use! Please bring a snack!

MAD SCIENCE: RED HOT ROBOTSGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH July 17TH - 21ST 9:00AM - 3:00PMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $260 • Non-Members: $285Join us for a week of fun with amazing robots! Learn about the uses of robots in our world and spend time experimenting with super cool red hot robots. Experiment with sound sensing robots, line-tracking robots, and more! Discover the science of circuits and how robots use sensors to explore things around them. Use your skills to build your very own working robot to take home with you! If you would like more details on the class visit their website at madscience.org. This camp is a 5 day, 6 hour camp! Please bring a sack lunch and a snack!

MATH MAYHEMGRADES DATE TIME

K June 26TH - 29TH 8:00 - 9:00AM1ST June 26TH - 29TH 9:15 - 10:15AM

2ND- 3RD June 26TH - 29TH 10:30 - 11:30AMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $55

Looking for something to inspire young mathematicians in a fun and engaging way. This class will help kids get back in the swing of things with Common Core Standard based games and activities. These activities will enhance students understanding of math, plus learn tricks to help remember basic math skills.

SAFE SITTER CAMPAGES DATE TIME

11 & upJune 12TH - 15TH

June 19TH - 22ND

July 10TH - 13TH

July 17TH - 20TH

9:00AM - 12:30PM

Meyer Center (Meet In The Lobby)Members: $90 • Non-Members: $105

This nationally recognized, medically accurate, hands-on class teaches kids how to handle emergencies such as injury management & choking rescue while caring for children. Learning the basics of child care through games, activities & role play. Course includes a Safe Sitters® tote bag starter kit & manual ($30 value). Class size limited. Bring a snack.

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CIRCUS CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND June 19TH - 22ND 8:30 - 11:30AM3RD - 8TH June 19TH - 22ND NOON - 3:00PM


Each day we introduce new circus elements. Your child will learn tricks with the equipment, and watch their mastery develop over the week! Developing skills with the circus equipment is the biggest part of camp. Class will work with plate spinning, flower sticks, ribbon twirling, scarf juggling, feather balancing, ring juggling, diabolo, stilt walking, rolla bolla, unicycle, shaker cups and tablecloth pull.

GARDENINGGRADES DATE TIME

1ST - 3RD June 26TH - 29TH 9:00 - 10:30AM Meyer Center (Outside)

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $55Find your green thumb this summer! Story books will help us discover the basics of growing and caring for plants. We will also learn a variety of ways to start seeds, create a mini garden, and beautify the Y. Students will be outside so dress appropriately and wear sunscreen.

CHOCOLATE LOVERSGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH July 10TH - 13TH 9:00 - 11:00AM Meyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $60Chocolate lovers unite as we discover the world of chocolate. While learning the history of chocolate, we will make tasty treats, play games and do activities that share how much we love this wonderful food.

CANDY CHEMISTRYGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 3RD June 5TH - 8TH

June 26TH - 29TH 9:00 - 11:00AM

4TH - 5TH July 3RD - 6TH* NO CLASS JULY 4TH 9:00 - 11:45AM


Do you love candy? Do you love science? Then this is the camp for you. Come and enjoy a tasty experience and see what kind of candy you can make!

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STAGECRAFTGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH July 3RD - 6TH* NO CLASS JULY 4TH 9:00AM - NOON

Esic Center(For bus transportation, arrive at Meyer by 8:30am, we will leave promptly at 8:45am.

If the camper misses the bus, please drop child off at Esic.)Members: $60 • Non-Members: $80

Learn the ins & outs of the theatre! We will take a peek into the backstage world to see how the magic of theatre comes to life. Learn about stage lighting, experiment with make-up, create sketches & models of sets & costumes.

THEATRE CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH July 24TH - 27TH 9:00AM - NOONEsic Center

(For bus transportation, arrive at Meyer by 8:30am, we will leave promptly at 8:45am. If the camper misses the bus, please drop child off at Esic.)

Members: $80 • Non-Members: $100Come learn about everything that goes into making a theatre production, sets, acting, music & more! We will have a short class performance at the end of the week. Contact Natasha Howard for more details.

JUNIOR THEATRE CAMPAGES DATE TIMEK - 1ST July 24TH - 27TH 1:00 - 3:00PM


Class will take a popular story or folktale & turn it into a short play. The class will create the script together & will also make props for the play. We will have a classroom performance on the last day of class.

MUSIC THEATRE REVUEGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH July 17TH - 20TH 10:00AM - NOON Esic Center

(For bus transportation, arrive at Meyer by 9:30am, we will leave promptly at 9:45am. If the camper misses the bus, please drop child off at Esic.)

Members: $55 • Non-Members: $70This camp will focus on learning songs from your favorite musicals & vocal techniques. Class performance at the end of the week to show off solos, duets & ensemble numbers learned throughout the week.

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Y SING CHOIRGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 8TH June 19TH - 22ND 1:00 - 3:00PMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $45 • Non-Members: $60This choir camp is perfect for the young singer interested in school or community choirs and theatre, or just wanting to have a good time singing this summer. We will work on the basics of singing and music while preparing for an end of the week in-class performance.

ZOOSICAL MUSIC CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND July 17TH - 20TH 1:00 - 2:30PMMeyer Center Program Rooms

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $40A new, unique spin on music camp, we will sing silly animal songs learn about andact out each animal in the Carnival of the Animals, and on the last day we will have an Instrument Petting Zoo. This is your chance to get up close and personal with a variety of instruments.

DANCE CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND July 10TH - 13TH 9:00AM - NOON3RD - 8TH July 10TH - 13TH 9:00AM - NOON

Esic Center(For bus transportation, arrive at Meyer by 8:30am, we will leave promptly at

8:45am. If the camper misses the bus, please drop child off at Esic.)Members: $60 • Non-Members: $70

This camp will spend the week learning different popular forms of dance. Hip Hop, Jazz and Ballet along with other dance games and activities.

MY DOLL & MEGRADES DATE TIME

K - 3RDJuly 3RD - 6TH*

NO CLASS JULY 4TH

July 24TH - 27TH

9:00 - 11:45AM9:00 - 11:00AM


Come explore history, crafts, game and fun with our dolls as we travel with a different American Girl each day.

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COMIC BOOK CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 8TH June 12TH - 15TH 9:00 - 10:30AMMeyer Center

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $40Learn about and create your own comic books. Whether you love comics or you are looking for something new to try, this camp is for you.

VIDEO GAME CRAFTSGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND June 19TH - 22ND 9:00 - 10:00AM3RD - 5TH June 19TH - 22ND 10:15 - 11:15AM

Meyer CenterMembers: $30 • Non-Members: $40

This camp will use video games like Minecraft as a model for their crafting: key chains, magnets and more. Please note this camp is centered around video games, but does not include playing video games.

LEGO CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2NDJune 5TH - 8TH

June 26TH - 29TH

June 26TH - 29TH

12:45 - 1:45PM12:45 - 1:45PM2:00 - 3:00PM

3RD - 5TH June 5TH - 8TH 2:00 - 3:00PMMeyer Center Program Room

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $40Come explore art with Legos! Each day campers will be given a new challenge to master. Campers will also play games and other activities incorporating Legos.

DINOSAUR CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 1ST July 10TH - 13TH 12:30 - 1:30PM2ND - 4TH July 10TH - 13TH 1:30 - 3:00PM

Meyer Center Program RoomsK - 1ST : Members: $40 • Non-Members: $55

2ND - 4TH : Members: $50 • Non-Members: $65Students will learn fun facts about dinosaurs while making make dinosaur puppets,dinosaur sculptures, and we will be creating fossils. Dinosaur bones have a habit ofdisappearing, so be prepared to put on a paleontologist hat and help us dig up ourbones!

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FUNDAMENTALS OF PAINTINGK - 2ND | 3RD - 8TH

June 20TH - 22ND

Explore several different painting mediums in this beginners’ painting class. We will work with still life installations, practicing different painting techniques using acrylics, watercolors, and

other media.

WHEEL THROWING 3RD - 8TH

July 3RD, 5TH & 6TH*We will spend an intensive two days throwing

on the potter’s wheel, then we will glaze what we’ve thrown on the final day. We will make pieces for use in everyday life, such as bowls, cups, and plates. We will

be working with earthenware clay, fired with food safe glazes. Finished pieces can be picked up the following Thursday, July 13TH at the EHS

Classroom.

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from 9:00 - 11:45AM, in the EHS classrooms

(D120 & D160). The fee is $80 per class for

members and non-members. *July 4th week class meets MWTH

ALL THE ARTSK - 2ND | 3RD - 8TH

June 6TH - 8TH

July 25TH - 27TH

Do you love to experiment in all the arts? Then this class is for you! We will spend each and every day

with a new medium. We will explore painting, drawing, paper-making, ceramics, and more.

One of the days, we will even get a brief session on the potter’s wheel!

INTRODUCTORY CERAMICS

K - 2ND | 3RD - 8TH

June 13TH - 15TH

July 11TH - 13TH

Campers will have the opportunity to explore throwing clay on the potter’s wheel, coil building, and slab building

techniques. We will work on both functional and sculptural pieces. Come in and play with clay with us! All of the clay used for this class is a low-fired earthenware that will be food safe and durable once finished.

Finished pieces can be picked up the following week (June 20TH - 22ND & July

18TH - 20TH) at the EHS Classroom D120.

DRAWINGK - 2ND | 3RD - 8TH

June 27TH - 29TH

Students will create their very own sketchbook in this class. We will learn why a sketchbook is such an

important part of any artist’s life. We will also focus on paying attention to the world around us. Harnessing

that attention will help our young artists to see what they are really trying to draw, and will

help them become better all-around artists.

DRAWING & PAINTINGK - 2ND | 3RD - 8TH

July 18TH - 20TH

This class will focus on using drawing skills in our paintings. We will work on the basics of drawing for the

first half of class and painting the second half. We will explore several different painting and drawing

mediums and make a mixed media piece combining the materials.

Please arrive at the Meyer Center by 8:30AM as the bus will leave promptly at 8:45AM.

If the camper misses the bus, they will need to be dropped off at the Edwardsville High School.

You may also drop your camper off at EHS.

The Edwardsville Art Center inspires the lives of youth and the creative spirit of adults through classes, exhibits, and

cultural events. Courses are offered at the Edwardsville High School in well equipped classrooms (D120 & D160). Classes are

taught by professionally educated working artists from the Edwardsville area.

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ROCK CLIMBING CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND

June 5TH - 8TH

June 12TH - 15TH

June 19TH - 22ND

June 26TH - 29TH

July 10TH - 13TH

July 17TH - 20TH

July 24TH - 27TH

9:00 - 11:00AM2:00 - 4:00PM

9:00 - 11:00AM2:00 - 4:00PM

9:00 - 11:00AM2:00 - 4:00PM

9:00 - 11:00AM

3RD - 5TH

June 5TH - 8TH

June 12TH - 15TH

June 19TH - 22ND

June 26TH - 29TH

July 10TH - 13TH

July 17TH - 20TH

2:00 - 4:00PM9:00 - 11:00AM2:00 - 4:00PM

9:00 - 11:00AM2:00 - 4:00PM

9:00 - 11:00AM

6TH - 8TH July 24TH - 27TH 2:00 - 4:00PM

Meyer Center Rock Climbing WallMembers: $50 • Non-Members: $65

Four days of climbing fun! This camp will present campers with unique challenges and rewards. Campers will have the opportunity to boulder, climb with ropes, play games, and set up challenges that will build positive thinking. This is a great physical and mental workout. We will take water breaks.

ARCHERY CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 1ST

June 12TH - 13TH

June 19TH - 20TH July 19TH - 20TH

July 5TH - 6TH

9:00 - 11:00AM12:30 - 2:30PM9:00 - 11:00AM9:00 - 11:00AM

2ND - 3RD

June 5TH - 6TH

June 12TH - 13TH June 26TH - 27TH

July 26TH - 27TH

9:00 - 11:00AM12:30 - 2:30PM9:00 - 11:00AM9:00 - 11:00AM

4TH - 8TH

June 5TH - 6TH

June 19TH - 20TH

June 26TH - 27TH

July 12TH - 13TH

12:30 - 2:30PM9:00 - 11:00AM12:30 - 2:30PM9:00 - 11:00AM


This camp includes instruction on archery technique, safety, and time to practice. Please bring a water bottle. Campers must wear close toed shoes! No dress shoes, sandals, flip-flops, or Crocs!

OUTDOOR REC SAMPLERGRADES DATE TIME

2nd - 3RD July 3RD - 6TH* NO CLASS JULY 4TH 9:00 - 11:00AM

4th - 8TH July 3RD - 6TH* NO CLASS JULY 4TH 9:00 - 11:00AM


Not sure what to choose. Come try our Outdoor rec sampler. Each day will besomething new, archery, climbing, and nerf (not necessarily in that order). Students must wear close toed shoes. No dress shoes, sandals, flip flops, or crocs.

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NERF DART TAG CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

1ST - 2NDJune 14TH - 15TH

June 21ST - 22ND

July 17TH - 18TH

9:00 - 10:30AM12:30 - 2:00PM9:00 - 10:30AM

2ND - 3RD

June 7TH - 8TH

June 14TH - 15TH

June 28TH - 29TH

July 24TH - 25TH

9:00 - 10:30AM12:30 - 2:00PM9:00 - 10:30AM9:00 - 10:30AM

4TH - 8TH

June 7TH - 8TH

June 21ST - 22ND

June 28TH - 29TH

July 10TH - 11TH

12:30 - 2:00PM9:00 - 10:30AM12:30 - 2:00PM9:00 - 10:30AM

Meyer Center | Members: $20 • Non-Members: $35

Take your dart tag game to the next level. We will use air powered Nerf Blasters to engage in an ultimate Nerf battle! Required Items: Eye Protection (goggles, prescription glasses, sun glasses, etc.) and a water bottle. We want to be as safe and hydrated as possible.

3 DAY FISHING CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

4TH - 8THJune 12TH - 14TH

June 26TH - 28TH

July 10TH - 12TH8:30 - 11:00AM

Leclaire Park, Glik Park & Troy Park(Meet at the Meyer Center Lobby to leave by 8:30AM)

Members: $60 • Non-Members: $75Three days of fishing with friends! We will alternate fishing at Glik Park, LeClaire Park, and Troy Park. We will provide fishing tackle and bait, but campers must provide their own fishing rod/pole. Dress comfortable for the weather and bring sun screen.

HIKING / FINDING NATURE IN YOUR COMMUNITYGRADES DATE TIME

1ST - 4TH June 21ST - 22ND

July 17TH - 18TH 8:30 - 11:00AM

SIUE and The Nature Center(Meet at the Meyer Center Lobby to leave by 8:30AM)

Members: $50 • Non-Members: $65Two day camp including instruction on hiking, plant identification, discussing rock formations, and outdoor ethics. Campers will hike the first day at SIUE. On the second day, campers will be located at the Nature Center. Campers must dress appropriately: shorts or pants, close toed shoes (tennis shoes or hiking boots. No Crocs, river shoes or flip flops!) Be mindful of the weather forecast and prepare/dress accordingly. Please have you child bring a water bottle, backpack and sunscreen.

ANIMAL TRACKING & BIRD WATCHING CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

1ST - 4TH June 19TH - 20TH

July 19TH - 20TH 8:30 - 11:00AM

Edwardsville Bike Trails(Meet at the Meyer Center Lobby by 8:30AM)

Members: $50 • Non-Members: $65Campers will track animals on the bike trail and into the fields. We will learn how animals try to blend in to not be found and how to tell if they have been in the area. Make sure to bring a water bottle, wear comfortable clothing, walking shoes and sunscreen.

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GIRLS GYMNASTICS CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 8TH July 10TH - 13TH 9:00 - 11:00AMMeyer Center Gymnastics Room

Members: $40 • Non-Members: $55Four-day camp just for girls! They will explore all the traditional girl’s events with gymnastics, tumbling, and pit fun.

TUMBLING/TRAMPOLINE CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 8TH July 17TH - 20TH 9:00 - 11:00AMMeyer Center Gymnastics Room

Members: $40 • Non-Members: $55Come join us for four days of fun, exploring the excitement of these events: floor, trampoline, double mini, mini tramp and tumble track.

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GRADES DATE TIMEK - 8TH July 31ST - August 3RD 9:00 - 11:00AM

Meyer Center Gymnastics RoomMembers: $40 • Non-Members: $55

Four days of fun filled gymnastics, tumbling and trampoline. They will explore the traditional events of gymnastics along with tumbling, trampoline and more.

GIRLS CHEERLEADING CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 8TH August 7TH - 10TH 9:00 - 11:00AMMeyer Center Gymnastics Room

Members: $40 • Non-Members: $55Give me a Y-M-C-A!!! Learn the basics of cheerleading, small stunts, jumps and tumbling; or let us challenge the more advanced cheerleaders. The “Cheerleaders” will perform at the end of the four days.

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SOFTBALL SKILLS & DRILLSGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 6TH June 12TH - 14TH 9:00 - 9:45AM


Learn softball through both offensive & defensive skills focusing on fundamentals, form and fun!

SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDSGRADES DATE TIME

K - 4TH June 5TH - 8TH 9:15 - 10:00AM

Meyer Center (Behind Outdoor Pool; Viewing Area if raining)Members: $35 • Non-Members: $45

Learn how to deal with bullies and predators. Kids will learn what behaviors to watch for and practice how to escape to safety. They will also learn important strategies to help avoid violent situations, plus tactics and techniques for handling violence when it is unavoidable. Participants will receive an informational packet with descriptions of the techniques covered in class plus at-home tips for parents.

SPORT KARATEGRADES DATE TIME

K - 4TH June 26TH - 29TH 9:15 - 10:00AM

Meyer Center (Behind Outdoor Pool; Viewing Area if raining)Members: $35 • Non-Members: $45

Students will learn techniques and tactics for sport karate and Tae Kwon Do competition, plus participate in light contact (i.e. safe) sparring. Good for both beginners and kids already involved in martial arts. Many of the skills learned in this program can carry over into other sports as well.

LITTLE YOGI’SGRADES DATE TIME

2ND - 5TH June 19TH - 21ST 11:00 - 11:40AM


Children will learn how to focus and center themselves with various breathing and visualization techniques. The yoga poses will help improve strength, flexibility, and coordination. Classes promote self-confidence, self-respect, awareness, and ability to calm down in stressful situations.

RELAY FOR FUNGRADES DATE TIME

K- 3RD June 12TH - 14TH 9:00 - 9:45AM

4TH - 6TH June 26TH - 28TH 9:00 - 9:45AM


Enjoy three fun filled classes of activities including relays, agility drills, cooperation games and obstacle courses.

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SPORTS FRENZYGRADES DATE TIME

K - 2ND June 12TH - 15TH 9:00 - 10:15AM3RD - 5TH June 26TH - 29TH 9:00 - 10:15AM

Meyer Center (Skate Center entrance for drop-offs)Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45

It’s the ultimate sports experience! Participants will learn and play the sports of football, kickball, and dodgeball with a dynamic staff in an energetic sports setting.

SAND VOLLEYBALL CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 5TH June 12TH - 15TH 10:30 - 11:30AMMeyer Center (Sand Volleyball Court in back for drop-offs)

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45Get outside and enjoy one of the hottest new sports at the Y...Sand Volleyball! This is a sport that boys and girls alike will have a blast playing. Come enjoy a true YMCA sport on our sand volleyball court behind the Meyer Center. We’ll cover the basic rules, skills, and play some games out on the sand court. It’s a great way to learn the sport and have fun in the sand.

VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

1ST - 2ND July 10TH - 13TH

July 24TH - 27TH9:00 - 10:00AM

10:30 - 11:30AM3RD - 4TH July 10TH - 13TH 10:15 - 11:15AM5TH - 7TH July 17TH - 20TH 10:15 - 11:15AM

Meyer Center (Gymnasium for drop-offs)Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45

These camps will be offered for both boys & girls during the day. Camps will be grade specific and limited to the first 20 per camp.

WIFFLEBALL / KICKBALL CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 5TH July 24TH - 27TH 9:00 - 10:15AM Meyer Center (Skate Center entrance for drop-offs)

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45Come enjoy two of the greatest summer activities! We will work on pitching, fielding, and hitting as we learn the rules of wiffleball. Two days of wiffleball will be followed up with two days of kickball. So come on out and swing, throw, and kick your way to a great time!

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SOCCER SKILLS CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 5TH July 17TH - 20TH 9:00 - 10:00AMMeyer Center (Skate Center entrance for drop-offs)

Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45Sharpen your soccer skills by coming to Soccer Skills Camp and get even better for the upcoming Fall soccer season! We’ll cover the basic skills and build up to games.

DODGEBALL CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

3RD - 5TH July 31ST - August 1ST 9:00 - 10:15AMMeyer Center (Skate Center entrance for drop-offs)

Members: $10 • Non-Members: $20Come have a blast at our limited two-day Dodgeball Camp! We’ll play various games of Dodgeball like: Dr. Dodgeball, Free-For-All, Scatter Ball, Guardian Dodgeball, Ultimate Dodgeball, and many more!

BASKETBALL CAMPGRADES DATE TIME

K - 1ST June 12TH - 15TH

June 26TH - 29TH10:30 - 11:30AM 9:00 - 10:00AM

2ND - 3RD June 19TH - 22ND 10:15 - 11:15AM3RD - 5TH June 26TH - 29TH 10:15 - 11:15AM

Meyer Center (Gymnasium for drop-offs)Members: $30 • Non-Members: $45

This Basketball Camp will offer skill development and game play. Campers will learn the basics and put them to use in 4 vs. 4 and 5 vs. 5 games. Polish your basketball skills and show them off in some games too!

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TENNIS

TENNIS

A GUIDE TO YOUR CHILDREN’S SUMMER

TENNIS

TENNIS CAMPSGRADES DATE TIME

K - 1ST June 5TH - 8TH

July 10TH - 13TH 9:00 - 10:30AM

2ND - 3RD June 12TH - 15TH

July 17TH - 20TH 9:00 - 10:30AM

4TH - 5TH June 19TH - 22ND

July 24TH - 27TH 9:00 - 10:30AM

6TH - 8TH June 26TH - 28TH 9:00 - 11:00AMMeyer Center Tennis Courts

Members: $55 • Non-Members: $80This summer try your hand at tennis in one of our tennis camps. YMCA instructors will cover the basic skills and rules of tennis through drills, games and lots of fun. Equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring your own tennis racquet!

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CAMP 6/5-8 6/12-15 6/19-22 6/26-29 7/3-6* 7/10-13 7/17-20 7/24-27 7/31-8/3PRESCHOOL

Up In The Stars x

Every Child Is An Artist x

Knights & Princess Camp x

Down On The Farm x

Superheroes & Villains x

Ahoy Matey! A Pirate & Ocean Adventure x

AQUATICSRow, Row, Row Your Boat x x

Make A Splash x x

Swimming Lessons x x x x

Guard Start (Jr. Lifeguard) x

ARTS & HUMANITIESSculpture x

Process & Play With Local Clay x

Hooping x

Fairy Camp x

Candy Chemistry x x x

Lego Camp x x

All The Arts (EAC) x x

Messy Art Camp x x

Jewelry Making x

Pinterest Party x

Mad Science: Secret Agent x

Safe Sitter x x x x

Comic Book Camp x

Introductory Ceramics (EAC) x x

Smart Art x

Circus Camp x

Y Sing Choir x

Video Game Crafts x

Fundamentals Of Painting (EAC) x

Glitter Camp x

Fun Fashion x

Math Mayhem x

Gardening x

Drawing (EAC) x

Hodge Podge Modge Podge x

Perler Beads/ Pegboard Crafting x

Stagecraft x

My Doll & Me x x

Wheel Throwing (EAC) x

Rainbow Stamp Printmaking Camp x

Sewing & Finger Knitting Camp x

Chocolate Lovers x

Dance Camp x

Dinosaur Camp x

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For More Information Please Visit Our Website At edwardsvilleymca.com, Like Us On Facebook Or Contact Us At 618.288.3232. STOP BY FOR A TOUR TODAY! 190 Cottonwood Road | Glen Carbon, IL 62034

CAMP 6/5-8 6/12-15 6/19-22 6/26-29 7/3-6* 7/10-13 7/17-20 7/24-27 7/31-8/3 8/7-10ARTS & HUMANITIES (CONTINUED)

Origami x

Clay Charms x

Mad Science: Red Hot Robots x

Music Theatre Revue x

Zoosical Music Camp x

Drawing & Painting (EAC) x

Basic Drawing & Painting x

Creative Creatures x

Theatre Camp x

Junior Theatre Camp x

Mini-Mash Bash x

Mystery Box Challenge x

CLIMBING & OUTDOOR REC.Rock Climbing Camp x x x x x x x

Archery Camp x x x x x x x x

Nerf Dart Tag Camp x x x x x x x

3 Day Fishing Camp x x x

Hiking/Finding Nature In Your Community x x

Animal Tracking & Bird Watching x x

Outdoor Rec Sampler x

GYMNASTICSGirls Gymnastics Camp x

Tumbling/Trampoline Camp x

Gymnastics/Tumbling & Trampoline Combo Camp x

Girls Cheerleading Camp x

HEALTH & FITNESSSelf Defense For Kids x

Relay For Fun x x

Softball Skills & Drills x

Little Yogi’s x

Sport Karate x

REC. SPORTSSports Frenzy x x

Sand Volleyball Camp x

Basketball Camp x x x

Volleyball Skills Camp x x x

Soccer Skills Camp x

Wiffleball/Kickball Camp x

Dodgeball Camp x

TENNISTennis Camp x x x x x x x

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ALLISON CASSENS EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

The Edwardsville YMCA offers full day child care services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old at our Allison Cassens Early Childhood Development Center!

Our Mission:The purpose of the YMCA’s Allison Cassens Early Childhood Development Center is to facilitate a full day child care program that provides opportunities and experiences to stimulate a child’s physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.The program is licensed and follows a constructive philosophy with open-ended art activities, science, fineand gross motor skills and hands-on discovery in an enriching environment.

The YMCA understands the sensitive needs of your child. We offer developmental age appropriate activities that ensure your child gets the most out of our Allison Cassens Early Childhood Development Center experience.

Our Promise:The YMCA’s focus is on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. What better place tostart than in those precious early years. We promise to be responsible and provide a loving, caring, honest and respectful environment for children to learn and grow in.

Our staff will remain dedicated to maintaining high standards of care in order to facilitate the enrichment of each child. Each classroom and the curriculum taught in that room are designed to meet the needs of the children in that particular age group. We take pride in partnering with parents to help children reach theirmaximum potential.

BUILDING STRONGBRIGHT

FUTURES

FULL DAY CHILD CARE

For More Information Please Visit Our Website At edwardsvilleymca.com, Like Us On Facebook Or Contact Us At 618.288.3232. STOP BY FOR A TOUR TODAY! 190 Cottonwood Road | Glen Carbon, IL 62034

ALONG WITH PROVIDING QUALITY CARE OUR CENTER OFFERS SO MUCH MORE...• New State Of The Art Playground

• “Creative Curriculum”• One Free Book Each Month Through “The Imagination Library”

ALSO INCLUDES YMCA PROGRAMMING AT NO EXTRA COST:Creative Art Play • Music • Tumbling • Kids Fitness • Swimming (Summer) • Spanish (3 - 5 years)

Edwardsville YMCAEsic Center • Meyer Center

1200 Esic Drive • 7348 Goshen RoadEdwardsville, IL 62025

SUMMER CAMP 2017 OPEN HOUSE

EDWARDSVILLE YMCAMEYER CENTER

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 20176:00PM - 8:00PM

Come learn about Summer Camp 2017,

grab a cookie and skate!

Mission StatementThe Edwardsville YMCA is dedicated to enriching the lives of all individuals and families in the communities we serve through

programs and services based on Christian principles that promote a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

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United Way Agency

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