Summer camps

Critter Summer Camp

June 5-8

Hinsdale Humane Society

21 Salt Creek Lane

(630) 323-5630

http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org

Kids ages 6 to 8 will learn pet care basics, build adaptation skills, discuss resilience, play animal-themed games, learn about the various careers available to animal lovers of all kinds, and enjoy hands-on time interacting with pets within a safe, welcoming, together-apart camp setting. Each session is limited to 12 campers. Additional four-day sessions are available the weeks of June 19, July 10 and July 24. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $200. RR

Guppies Kiddie Camp

June 5-Aug. 11

The Community House

415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale

(630) 323-7500

http://www.thecommunityhouse.org

Preschoolers 3 to 6 years old will enjoy fun, creative activities including sports, drama, music, crafts, water days, time in nature, games and visits from special guests, all centered around a weekly theme. All children must be potty trained. Sign up by the day or by the week. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $55 a day, $250 a week. RR, MD

Summer Day Camp

June 5-Aug. 11

The Community House

415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale

(630) 323-7500

http://www.thecommunityhouse.org

This camp for kids ages 6-14 is the perfect opportunity for kids to create memories and safely enjoy time with their peers. Activities include sports, drama and environmental awareness, with each week of camp having its own theme. A weekly field trip and swimming twice a week at the Hinsdale Community Pool is part of the fun as well. Kids are divided by age: going into first grade, going into second grade, going into third and fourth grades and going into fifth through eighth grades. Sign up by the day or by the week. Before and after care is available at an additional cost, as are half day options from 9 a.m. to noon or noon to 3 p.m. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $75 a day, $350 a week. RR, MD

Summer Arts Camp

June 12-30 & July 31-Aug. 18

The Community House

415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale

(630) 323-7500

http://www.thecommunityhouse.org

This camp offers an art experience based on three major artistic movements and cultural traditions — Art of Asia, Pop Art and Renaissance. Take one, two or all three sessions to paint, sculpt and complete mixed media projects. Sign up for single days or by the week. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $50 a day, $225 a week. RR, MD