Summer Day Camp
Through Aug. 9
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids entering first through eighth grade will create memories and safely enjoy time with their peers. The camp offers a variety of creative learning experiences including sports, drama and environmental awareness to name a few. The camp is broken up into weekly themes, with the field trip, activities and projects for the week related to the theme. Before (7 to 9 a.m.) and after (3 to 6 p.m.) care is offered at an additional cost. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $375 a week, $80 a day.
Animal Advocates
Through Aug. 8
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-5630
Campers ages 10-12 who are passionate about animals will participate in animal care workshops, a small animal safari, crafts, humane education, animal advocacy and more. Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $300 per session.
Critter Camp
Through Aug. 8
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-5630
Kids ages 6-9 will enjoy outdoor adventures, time playing with dogs and cats, a small animal safari, crafts and more. Time: 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $300 per session.
Summer Arts Camp/Morning Drawing
Through Aug. 16
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids ages 5-13 can start their mornings this summer free drawing or participating in a drawing exercise. This can be taken weekly in conjunction with Open Art Studio (below) at a cost of $210. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. $80 a week, $18 a day.
Summer Arts Camp/Kids Open Art Studio
Through Aug. 16
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Kids Open Art Studio gives kids ages 5-13 the change to work with a different set of materials each day. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $135 a week, $30 a day.
Chicago White Sox Summer Camp
June 10-13
Veeck Park
701 E. Chicago Ave.
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Professional coaches from the White Sox organization have helped build programs designed for kids 5-12 years at every ability level. Campers will work on throwing, hitting, fielding and base-running while being taught how to love the game. Each camper will received tickets to a White Sox game (date TBD) and White Sox swag. Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $165.
Drawing from Life Camp
June 10-13
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Gabrielle Tufano will give kids ages 8-16 the fundamental skills to take their work to the next level. An additional session will be offered Aug. 12-15. Sign up for one or both. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $235.
5 Star Soccer Half Day Camp
June 10-14
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
This camp offers a fresh, enthusiastic approach to teaching youth soccer to ages 5-13, with a curriculum that presents the most current and advanced information. Staff work hard to build on fundamental technique, while creating an atmosphere that unlocks the game within each child. The program of instruction was designed by Michael Wiggins, two-time Illinois High School Soccer Coach of the Year and head coach of the 2014 Illinois State Champions. Time 1-4 p.m. Cost: $135.
5 Star Soccer Half Day Camp
June 10-14
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
This camp is for the competitive youth player ages 7-13 who wants to train in the various aspects of the game, refining technical ability while developing tactical awareness. Campers will receive a T-shirt and daily lunch option with beverage. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $260.
Soccer Camp
June 10-14
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids will sharpen their skills and knowledge of soccer fundamentals such as passing, dribbling, shooting, ball control, stealing the ball from opponents and defense in this camp for ages 4-12. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. for ages 4 to 6, 10 a.m. to noon for ages 8-12. Cost: $65/$130.
Volleyball Camp
June 10-14
Burns Field
320 N. Vine St.
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Players of all skill levels ages 7-12 will improve on fundamentals or learn the game for the first time. Passing, serving, defense, setting, blocking and hitting will be covered, along with technique, set location, play sets, footwork and overall knowledge of the game. Campers will participate in drills and games. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
All Abilities Animal Friends Camp
June 14 or 28
Hinsdale Humane Society
21 Salt Creek Lane
http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org
(630) 323-5630
This camp is designed for children with developmental and cognitive disabilities. Remaining spots can be filled by children without disabilities. Campers will be provided with an array of activities — from interacting with pets to making crafts — that will encourage them to get active, express their creativity and share their emotions. Additional sessions will be offered July 12 and 26 and Aug. 9. Sign up for one or all five. Time: 9 to 11 a.m.
RPG Camp
June 17-20
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Role playing games (RPGs) encourage teamwork and help kids exercise imagination and make new friends for life. Kids ages 9 and older who have watched “Stranger Things” and wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about can fight their own Demogorgon, writing their own stories, acting out their characters and fighting the BBEG (Big Bad Evil Guy.) A second session will be offered Aug. 5-8. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $235.
Cheerleading Camp
June 17-21
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Learn how to show spirit for the home team with instruction on crowd and sideline chants and cheers as well as arm motions, tumbling and floor routines. Basic stunts and jumps will be incorporated throughout the week in this camp for ages 7-12. Time: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $130.
Comedy Improv Camp
June 17-10
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Stage Door Fine Arts offers this camp for ages 8-16 interested in participating in improv and having fun. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $255.
Flag Football Camp
June 17-21
Robbins Park
Seventh and Vine streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Players ages 5-12 will build skills like catching, passing, de-flagging and offensive and defensive strategies through positive coaching. Participants will be taught through drills and games in a positive and safe environment. Time: 9 to 10:30 a.m. for ages 5-7, 10 a.m. to noon for ages 8-12. Cost: $98/$130.
Outdoor Floor Hockey Camp
June 17-21
Burns Field
320 N. Vine St.
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 7-12 will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of the game in a fun, supportive and noncompetitive environment. Coaches zero in on skills like ball control, positional play, passing, shooting, speed, getting open, stick handling and goal tending. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
Watercolor Camp: Global Expedition
June 24-27
The Community House
415 W. Eighth St.
http://www.thecommunityhouse.org
(630) 323-7500
Learn epic watercolor techniques and complete a global passport in this camp, with projects inspired by things around the world, like a California sunset or Hawaiian quilt. The camp is for ages 7-14. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Fee: $235.
Archery Camp
June 24-28
KLM Park
5901 S. County Line Road
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Participants age 7-12 will learn the nationally recognized beginners’ 9-step to the 10 ring progression and become familiar with archery history, equipment, Olympic archery, folk heroes and more. Time: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $130.
Badminton & Pickleball Camp
June 24-28
Brook Park
Third and Columbia streets
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Kids ages 7-12 will learn stroke fundamentals such as serving, receiving, smashing, volleying and dropping in two of the fastest-growing sports. Fun and challenging drills and recreational matches will help young players develop. Equipment is provided. Time: 1 to 3 p.m. Cost: $130.
