ART CAMPS
n Ev Fine Arts Sewing Camp
June 6-10
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Students ages 7-14 work on a different project each day, gaining a great sense of accomplishment after they see each garment come to life. There is a fashion show at the end of the week for the students to showcase all of their hard work. The atmosphere is fun and light-hearted, and all levels of experience are welcome. Sewing machines will be provided. Additional sessions are offered June 20-24, July 25-29, Aug. 1-5 and Aug. 8-12. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $425. RR, MD
n Summer Arts Camps
June 13-Aug. 19
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Step into a time machine in the Art Studio and explore the art and culture of yesterday and today while imagining what the world will become tomorrow. Three themed weeks (past/present/future) run three times each throughout the summer, featuring painting, sculpture and mixed media projects. The camp is for ages 5 to 13. Campers also can sign up for an individual day. There is no camp the week of July 4. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $225/week, $50 a day. RR, MD
n Outdoor Summer Art Camp
June 13-Aug. 20
Tianto Art
941 S. Monroe St., Hinsdale
(630) 363-884
Each week has a different focus, from mixed media art to art with fabric to sculpture. An art show and reception will be held in October at the Hinsdale Public Library. Groups will be limited to four to eight students. All materials are included. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays to Thursdays. Cost: $190 a week, $50 per day. RR
n Ev Fine Arts Jewelry Making Camp
June 27-July 1
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This camp will teach students ages 7-14 how to create handmade jewelry from scratch out of polymer clay. There is a live display for parents to attend at the end of the week. All supplies and materials needed to create five handmade pieces will be provided. A second session is offered Aug. 8-12. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $425. RR, MD
n Relief Printing Camp
July 11-14
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Master artist David Marcet will teach participants 9 to 16 to plan, carve and run their own series of original block prints. Perfect for young artists and tinkerers alike. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $235. RR, MD
CAMPS FOR YOUNG KIDS
n Guppies Kiddie Camp
June 6-Aug. 12
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This day camp for kids ages 3-6 will offer fun, creative learning experiences including sports, drama and environmental awareness, with water days on Tuesdays and Thursday and special interest days every Thursday. All participants must be toilet trained. Sign up for the whole summer, individual weeks or individual days. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $225 a week, $50 a day. RR, MD
n Zion Early Childhood Summer Camp
June 14-Aug. 2
204 S. Grant St., Hinsdale
(630) 323-0384
Zion Early Childhood Education center is offering eight one-week sessions of summer camp for 2 1/2- to 6-year-olds. Campers participate in theme-based activities that are appropriate for the child’s age group, including games, music, outdoor exploration, creative art, language arts, Jesus time, snack and free-choice time. Sign up for two days a week, full weeks or all eight weeks. The camp day can be extended to 2 p.m. with “Munch a Lunch and a Bunch of Fun.” Jump Into Summer programs are offered from May 31--June 10; see website for details. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $40 a day for morning session, $30 more to extend day (including lunch). RR
DAY CAMPS
n Summer Day Camp
June 13-Aug. 12
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 6 to 14 (grouped by age) will create memories and safely enjoy time with their peers as they experience sports, drama and environmental awareness, with a weekly field trip and swimming at the pool two days a week. Sign up for the whole summer, individual weeks or individual days. Half-day options also are available. Before and after care (7 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.) are available at an additional cost. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $325 a week, $70 a day, with discounts for siblings. RR, MD
SPORTS CAMPS
n White Sox Summer Camp
June 13-16
Veeck Park
701 Chicago Ave., Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 5-12 at every ability level will learn from the pros, focusing on throwing, hitting, fielding and baserunning. Each camper will receive tickets to a White Sox game, a T-shirt, hat and other various team goodies. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $159. RR
n 5 Star Soccer Camp
June 13-17
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
This camp for ages 5-13 offers a fresh, enthusiastic approach to teaching youth soccer, using a curriculum that presents the most current and advanced information on the development of the young player. Another session is set for Aug. 1-5. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $125.
n Chicago Union Ultimate Camp
June 13-17
Veeck Park
701 Chicago Ave., Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Ultimate is a noncontact action packed sport played with a flying disc, where players pass the disc from one to another until someone catches it in the opponent’s end zone for a goal. The camp is for ages 9-13. A second session is set for July 18-22. Time: 9 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $130. RR
n Outdoor Floor Hockey Camp
June 13-17
Burns Field
320 N. Vine St., Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
SportsKids’ ball hockey class will introduce kids ages 7-12 to the fundamental concepts of the game in a fun, supportive and noncompetitive environment. In addition to learning skills, kids will enhance their game and improve their scoring through weekly scrimmages. Time: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $125. RR
n Volleyball Camp
June 13-17
Burns Field
320 N. Vine St., Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Players ages 7-12 of all skill levels will work on passing, serving, defense, setting, blocking and hitting along with technique, set location, play sets, footwork and overall knowledge of the game. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $125. RR
n Yoga/Cheer Camp
June 13-17
Prospect Park
315 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Each day at camp, cheerleaders ages 6-12 will start off with yoga and then find their voice to learn the cheer and pom routines. A second session is set for July 11-15. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $150. RR
n Flag Football Camp
June 20-24
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Through positive coaching, players ages 8-12 will build skills like catching, passing and deflagging and offensive and defensive strategies. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $125. RR
n International Dance Camp
June 20-24
Prospect Park
315 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Discover the joy of learning a new dance each day, including folk, Latin, Indian and salsa. The camp is for ages 6-12. A second session is set for July 18-22. Time: 11 a.m. to noon. Cost: $75. RR
n Yoga/Hip Hop Camp
June 20-24
Prospect Park
315 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Dancers ages 6-12 will start off with yoga to stretch out and work on their flexibility, then learn a dance routine focusing on technique and freestyle movements. Another session is set for July 18-22. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $150. RR
n Breakdance Camp
June 27-July 1
Community Center
315 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
This camp offers dancers ages 6-12 the chance to discover a new style or add on to their current dance styles. Time: 10 to 11 a.m. Cost: $75. RR.
n Herd Lacrosse Summer Camp
June 27-30
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org
This Hinsdale-based lacrosse program run by East Ave Lacrosse focuses on growing the game in the area and developing the next generation of high school players. The camp for preschoolers through eighth-graders is open to boys and girls of all experience levels. Time: girls — 9 to 10 a.m. for pre-K to fourth grade, 9 to 10:30 a.m. for fifth through eighth grade; boys — 10 to 11 a.m. for pre-K through fourth grade, 10 to 11:30 a.m. for fifth through eighth grade. Cost: $120 for girls, $150 for boys.
n 5 Star Soccer Premier Day Camp
June 27-July 1
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
The ultimate camp for competitive players ages 7-13 will offer training in all levels of the game, helping refine technical ability while developing tactical awareness. Fee includes T-shirt, lunch and beverage. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $250. RR
n Archery Camp
June 27-July 1
KLM Park
5901 S. County Line Road, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Participants ages 7-12 will learn the nationally recognized beginner’s 9-step to the 10 ring progression along with history of the game and more. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $125. RR
n Badminton & Pickleball
June 27-July 1
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Kids 7 to 12 will be introduced to stroke fundamentals such as serving, receiving, smashing, volleying and dropping. Fun and challenging drills and recreational matches will help young players develop the hand-eye coordination, motor skills and mental abilities needed for successful pickleball and badminton groups. Equipment is provided. Time: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $125. RR
n Tumbling/Cheer Camp
June 27-July 1
Community Center
315 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills
(630) 789-7090
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
Take a cheer routine to the next level with cartwheels, handstands and mini-pyramids. Kids ages 6-12 will grow their confidence in the sport and be introduced to the tumbling side. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Cost: $75. RR
n Chicago Elite Volleyball Camp
July 5-7
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale
https://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
This development program for ages 6 to 14 will introduce kids to the game and continue to improve their individual skill development in areas such as passing, setting, attacking, blocking, serving, defense and movement. Players will be divided according to age and skill level and challenged accordingly. Time: 5 to 7 p.m. Cost: $105. RR, MD
n Soccer Made in America Training Camps
July 5-8
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets, Hinsdale
https://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
The Aleks Mihailovic Soccer Made in America training camps emphasize psychological dimensions such as motivation, confidence, leadership and game smarts. The program offers beginning, traveling and advanced level training for kids ages 4 to 14. Another session is set for July 25-29. Camps for preschools ages 3-4 and advanced level players ages 9-17 are offered as well. See website listed above for details. Cost: $169 for half day, $269 for full day, with sibling discounts available. Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Key
RR - registration required
MD - member discount
