Welcome one and all to our First Annual Keiki Talk Magazine Summer Fun Guide and
Virtual Camp Fair!
We’ve
done it again! Here's a list of summer programs and camps we've
compiled to help get you started on your quest for the perfect summer
for your kids.
This
year, we've gone high-tech. Here, you can see photos, get more info and
link to the summer camps that want your keiki to have an awesome summer.
Have fun searching - and please let each summer program know you found them through Keiki Talk Magazine. (We appreciate it!)
If your summer program would like to be included in our virtual camp fair - don't worry, it's not too late. Just call 808-987-8033
or click this link and fill out our online form. We need your participation to make sure that our readers get all the information they need.
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Orchid Isle Tutoring Summer Learning Orchid Isle Tutoring, Hilo
(808) 969-1106One-on-one tutoring for students from kindergarten to adult. Most subjects.
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Summer Art Experience at Donkey Mill Art Center
Donkey Mill Art Center, Holualoa
(808) 322-3362June 14 - July 16, 9 am - 3 pm (Monday - Friday)
Summer
time fun is just around the corner with the Donkey Mill Art Center’s
Summer Art Experience running June 14 through July 16, 2010. The Summer
Art Experience is an art intensive summer program for youth (K to 12)
spanning an exciting five weeks at The Donkey Mill Art Center in
Holualoa.
Guest artists include local artists and craftsman as
well as Artist in Residence Yarrow Lutz from New York City who brings
urban concepts to Hawaii's natural setting. Students will explore these
dynamics along with global perspectives through an array of art and
design traditions. The summer art studies will explore human culture
versus plant/animal culture through a diverse mix of mediums including
drawing, painting, Hawaiian crafts, ceramics, performance, movement,
gardening, installation, and mixed media projects. The Summer Art
Experience culminates with an art exhibition and presentation where
students share their accomplishments with their families and community.
The
Holualoa Foundation for the Arts and Cultural is pleased to offer art
education programs for children and youth. The art courses are designed
to use art as a tool for discovering one’s self, understanding
relationships through collaboration and communication, and solving
problems using critical thinking skills. The processes will help
students learn to apply creativity to their daily lives and gain
self-confidence.
Cost: $600 (member), $655 (non-member) limited class size, discounts for early enrollment, no drop-ins.
For more information, please call 322-3362.
www.donkeymillartcenter.org | admin@donkeymillartcenter.org
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Make a splash: READ!Preschoolers
through Grade 6 can join the Children's Summer Reading Program at the
public library beginning on June 1, 2010. Visit the library and read at
least one book per week to receive a free incentive while supplies
last. Younger children may participate by having someone read to them.
A complete schedule of programs will be available upon registration.
Teens in Grade 7-12 can join the Young Adult Summer Reading program
too.
Cost: FREE.
www.librarieshawaii.org
Summer FunDepartment of Parks & Recreation Locations Island-wide
June 7 - July 16. Mon - Fri.
First
through Sixth Graders can enjoy a program full of arts & crafts,
sports, games, and excursions. The Registration dates, times and prices
may vary by location.
www.co.hawaii.hi.us/parks/recreation.htm
Camp EurekaHilo Viking Robotics Club, Hilo
(808) 443-6762Camp
Eureka is an exciting five day class that teaches elementary students
the basics of building and programming robots using Lego NXT Robotics
kits. Both an introductory and advanced class encourage the students to
pursue robotics within their school's robotics club after completion of
the camp.
www.hilohighrobotics.com
Camp LikolehuaVolcano Art Center, Volcano Village
(808) 967-8222Visual
& Performing Arts for Youth (ages 8-12). Youngsters enjoy a variety
of art projects and performing-related activities. This week-long day
camp culminates in an informal art exhibit and performance for families
on the final day. Financial aid available. Please call or email for
details.
Science Rocks! for Girls and for Boys:'Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawai'i, Hilo
(808) 969-9729Two separate day-camp experiences: Girls: June 1- 4, Boys: June 8-11)
Explore
learning about sound and making music with marimbas, assembling your
own automobile engine model, using a telescope, and a building
challenge with wind tubes! Our goal is for students in grades 3-6 to "see science everywhere…and have FUN!" Call us or check our website for
brochure and enrollment form.
Island of Hawaii YMCA Summer Day CampThe Island of Hawaii YMCA, Hilo
(808) 935-3721June 1- July 30, 6:45 a.m.- 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Summer
Day Camp is an exciting 9 week program geared for fun in the sun,
friendships and new discoveries to last a lifetime! bring home lunch
daily with the option to buy. Grades K-12 Graders. Call the YMCA for
affordable prices and activities.
Island of Hawaii YMCA Summer Specialty ClassesThe Island of Hawaii YMCA, Hilo
(808) 935-3721June 1- July 30, 2010
Special Classes that add to Summer Day Camp for Grades K-12
Hula,
Archery, Ukulele, Sewing and Cheerleading classes available. Call the
YMCA for affordable prices, times and days of classes.
Summer Sustainable Education SUSE Day CampHawaii Sustainable Education Initiative, Honoka'a(808) 443-9231Weeks
of July 12, 19 and 26. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Learn about renewable energy,
reforestation, and present this in a performance. Make new friends
including students on exchange from New York City.
Cost: $150 per child, family pricing available.
Camp Erin-HawaiiHospice of Kona, Kailua-Kona
(808) 443-2904July
9-11, 2010: A weekend overnight camp for kids and teens 5–17 who have
experienced the death of a loved one. Facilitated by professional staff
and trained volunteers they will participate in activities designed to
help them understand and process their grief. They will also
participate in traditional camp activities. Call to register.
camperinhawaii@hospiceofkona.org
www.hospiceofkona.org/camperin.htm
Horseplay Summer CampHorseplay Equestrian Center LLC, Captain Cook
808) 345-4696Beginning
May 31. Horseplay offers summer day camps for beginning and
intermediate riders beginning in May. Camp provides a “hands on”
experience including a daily riding lesson where children can acquire
& improve their horsemanship skills in a safe & fun environment.
Cost: $275-$450 depending on age and schedule.
Junior Music AcademyKailua-Kona(808) 331-2000Take a musical trip around the world! “Multicultural Musical Adventures” will be the theme this summer at Junior Music Academy.
Students entering grades K-2 will focus on musical games from around the world with hands-on instrument playing, singing, and
creative movement.
Session One: June 7 - June 18Session Two: June 21 - July 2
Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Cost: $110 per session
Students
entering grades 3-6 will explore musical dramas from China, Jamaica and
the Native American tradition. These short plays include narration,
hands-on instrument playing, singing, and improvisation.
June 8 - June 24 | Tues/Thurs 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost: $110
“Pre-piano”
for preschool age children will take an adventure to the Carnival of
the Animals, and experience music from Japan and Mexico using hands-on
instrument playing, singing, creative movement and keyboards.
May 18 to July 6 | Tuesdays 9 a.m.- 9:45 a.m.
Cost: $80 per session or $12 per class
“Clapping,
Wiggles, Bounces and Tickles” for babies and toddlers includes hands-on
instrument exploration, singing, active listening, and creative
movement.
May 20 to July 8 | Thursdays 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Cost: $80 per session or $12 per class
Classes
will be held at Junior Music Academy in the old industrial area. Please
call “Miss” Mary at 331-2000 for more information.
www.juniormusicacademy.com
JUNIOR VOLUNTEER CORPS PROGRAMKona Community Hospital, Kailua-Kona
(808) 322-6960Interested
in volunteering at your local hospital during the summer? Kona
Community Hospital has created a modernized Candy Striper Program
called Junior Volunteer Corps (JVC) with Spring, Summer and Fall
sessions. Students ages 14-18 are encouraged to apply. Call for more
info.
Keiki Sailing Camp!Big Island Sailing Foundation, Kailua-Kona
(808) 325-5529The
Big Island Sailing Foundation is throwing one week sailing camps! Date
of Events: June 21 - 25, Basic Dinghy Sailing, Ages 8-12. June
28-July 2, Basic Dinghy Sailing, Ages 8-17. July 19-23, Intermediate
Dinghy Sailing. Ages 8-17. Cost: $165 per week. $25 discount for
multiple children or camps. Scholarships available.
Keiki Sea CampJack's Diving Locker, Kailua-Kona
(808) 329-7585This
is a week-long day camp with beach excursions and fun in the pool!
Campers will go snorkeling, try SASY (a surface only scuba-like unit),
study dolphins, sea turtles, and reef fish! For kids ages 6-9 who know
how to swim well. Cost: $225 plus tax. Call to register.
Kid's Fitness Excursion CampKona Aerials Gymnastics, Kailua-Kona
(808) 329-4313Enjoy
our enthusiastic staff and go on two excursions a week, to the beach,
golf, bowling, movies! In-house consists of games, trampoline, crafts
and more!
Kona Aerials Gymnastics CampKona Aerials Gymnastics, Kailua-Kona
(808) 329-4313Gymnastics fun all day! Join our experienced and enthusiastic coaches for a gymnastics learning experience.
Kona Baptist ChurchKailua-Kona
(808) 322-3355Kona
Baptist Church will hold a children's day camp from 9 a. m. to noon for
keiki who have completed kindergarten through sixth grade. The theme is
Saddle Ridge Ranch and is focused on a western theme. Cost: FREE.
Kona Stories Camp and Keiki Summer FunKona Stories, Kainaliu
808) 324-0350Kona
Stories Independent Book Shop in Kainaliu is the home of many
summertime keiki events. This summer young people will enjoy book
clubs, story times, and reading programs, along with many weeklong
camps. Watch for camps this summer in sewing, art and music. Call Kona
Stories for dates and times.
www.konastories.com
MASH CAMPKailua-Kona, Waimea and Hilo
(808) 322-6960In
July 2010, Kona Community Hospital, Kohala Hospital and Ke Anuenue AHEC
will provide MASH (Medical Academy of Science and Health) Camp to local
8th-10th graders at each hospital. The two-day camp explores 10
different health care careers. Cost: FREE. Call Kona Community Hospital
or email ebryant@hhsc.org. for an application.
Pele's Paint Your Own Pottery Kailua-Kona
(808) 329-1075Offering
weekly art programs throughout the summer. Kids love the fun and
friendly programs and are encouraged to express their unique creativity
using art mediums such as acrylics, oils, pastels, plaster, clay,
mosaics, ceramics and much more.
Classes are limited to 8.
Summer Session at Hawai'i Preparatory AcademyHawai’i Preparatory Academy, Kailua-Kona
(808) 881-4088 Experience
Summer at Hawai'i Preparatory Academy! The diverse Summer Session (June
29-July 23), structured for academic enrichment, attracts students from
around the world and offers unique study opportunities for boarding and
day students entering grades 6-12. Cost: $550 per individual day class.
Limited financial aid available.
Theatre Fun for EveryoneAloha Performing Arts Co., Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu
(808) 322-9924Summer
classes and week long programs offered throughout the summer to meet
all experience and age groups. Check the website or call for dates,
times and registration deadlines.
West Hawaii Dance Academy Summer Session West Hawaii Dance Theatre, Kailua-Kona
(808) 329-8876Come
Dance with Us! Pre-Ballet & Creative Movement Age 3-4, Primary
Ballet age 5-7, Ballet Technique Ages 8 up, Hula, Hip Hop, Jazz, All
ages. It's Fun!
Earl’s Garage Summer AdventuresKamuela Business Center, Kamuela
(808) 885-6777June 7 - July 2, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Hands-on,
minds-on activities will explore the world of science, technology, and
creativity. A new series of activities each week. For kids ages 9 - 13.
Registration opens May 3. Presented by Earl’s Garage, a project of the
nonprofit organization Friends of the Future. Cost: FREE.
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