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IN FALL DAY(S) & DATE(S) TIME(S) LOCATION ACTIVITY # RES/NR
Your Toy's Story K-3 M-F, Aug 3-7 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261111-01 $185/$278
Treasure Island K-3 M-F, Aug 10-14 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261112-01 $185/$278
Chess Scholars K-6 M-F, Jul 20-24 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261101-01 $185/$278
Animal Planet 1-4 M-F, Jul 27 - Jul 31 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261106-01 $185/$278
A Week at the Museum 1-4 M-F, Jun 15-19 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261108-01 $185/$278
Myth Busters 3-6 M-F, Jun 8-12 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261107-01 $185/$278
The Amazing Race 3-6 M-F, Jun 22-26 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261109-01 $185/$278
Dancin' Days 3-6 M-F, June 29 - Jul 3 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261113-01 $185/$278
Hike & Bike 3-6 M-F, Jul 6-10 1:00-4:30P Andersen Park 261105-01 $185/$278
Rockin' Robots 3-6 M-F, Jul 13-17 1:00-4:00P Andersen Park 261110-01 $345/$518
A WEEK AT THE MUSEUM
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Ever wish you could roam the rooms of the
Museums at night? Here's your chance to enjoy
your very own "Week at the Museum," Oak Park
style! We won't wait until nightfall, but will spend
each day exploring a different Chicago museum
from art to history to science & industry!
Min 8/Max 24
Treasure Island Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Swab the deck, walk the plank, "x" marks the
spot . . . fulfill your dreams of treasure in this one
week camp. The days will be filled with hands on
activities, crafts, games, and maybe even a visit
from a pirate! I DA-rrrrrrr-E you to sign up!
Min 8/Max 24
Animal Planet Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Scales, feathers and fur! This is the camp for any
young zoologist ready to further explore the Animal
Kingdom. Don't be surprised if we are joined by wild
creatures! Min 8/Max 24
YOUR TOY'S STORY Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
What are your toys are doing when you're not
around? Are they calling the "neighbor toys"
scheduling play dates or fighting off your cat &
dog? Tell your toy's story in this action-packed
toy adventure week. Themed games, activities,
projects, and more! Min 8/Max 24
The Amazing Race Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Teams will be formed on Monday and "training"
will build up to the Friday Finale. Groups will
study clues to navigate themselves through
physical and mental challenges with limited
resources - riddles, obstacles, and roadblocks . . .
Oh My! Min 8/Max 24
MythBusters Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
"Busted" or "Confirmed," you be the judge! In this
one week camp, participants will test key elements
of popular beliefs, internet rumors or other myths.
We will replicate the circumstance and duplicate
the results, making predications along the way!
Min 8/Max 24
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Rockin' Robots Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
All about robots! From sensors to activators,
effectors to manipulators, your Mad Scientist will
learn what makes robots go. Each participant
will put together their own robot to keep at the
completion of the camp. Please note the fee is
greater due to the parts and supplies needed per
robot! Min 5/Max 25
Chess Scholars Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
This camp is designed for both beginners and
experienced young players. Children will have
an opportunity to test for a Chess Belt® under
a unique Chess Scholars system patterned after
martial arts belts. Each class will consist of a fun
interactive teaching period and guided practice
time. There will also be a chess competition with
prizes! Each camper will take home a chess set and
an award. Min 5/Max 25
Hike & Bike Week
Supervisor: Chad Drufke
Hit the pavement this summer and explore using
your own pedal power. Bicycles will be provided by
the park district to all participants, and bike/road
safety will also be taught! Min 8/Max 20
Dancin' Days Week
Supervisor: Amanda Heiman
Spend the week with friends learning cheers,
techniques, and a few new moves; combine what
you learned for a final Friday performance. This
active camp is sure to get your camper doing flips!
Min 8/Max 24
