June 23-26, 12-2pm

Ages: 9-12 years old. Learn to draw Spidey, Hulk & More. Students will explore how to study and draw a figure, making an object look real, the power of perspective. Multi-media (pencil, pen, watercolor & gouache). Bring a small art supply case of drawing pencils, colored pencils, micro pens, artist markers & a small sketch book (other supplies provided). Instructor: Lynn Burrows

July 7-10. 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Grades 2nd - 7th. In this 4 day art camp students will experience different mediums and techniques. They will dabble in drawing, painting, printmaking and some 3D projects. Each camper will create 2 - 3 art projects a day. Each day the campers will have lunch at the SHAC, then go to central park for 30 - 45 minutes. On the last day there will be an art show at 1:30pm. Each week of camp will have different projects.

The price of camp comes with a t-shirt which the students will tie dye during the week. You may also choose to purchase an art kit from the instructor on the first day of camp (bring $20 cash) or bring your own supplies:

July 7-10, 9:30am-12pm

Ages: 5-7 years (kdg-1st grade). Summer Art Camp: Zoo Animal Adventures! Join us for a wild and creative week at Summer Art Camp: Zoo Animal Adventures! Young artists will explore the animal kingdom through hands-on art projects inspired by their favorite zoo animals. From colorful parrots to roaring lions, campers will use paint, clay, collage, and more to bring their animal creations to life.

Through storytelling, movement, and interactive art-making, children will develop their creativity while learning fun facts about different animals and their habitats. Each day will feature a new zoo animal and an exciting project to match!

Get ready for a week full of imagination, discovery, and artistic fun—because at our zoo, creativity runs wild!

July 11th, 10-11:30am

Ages: 5-8 years old. We will learn the science behind the art of making slime, explore different textures and create two cups of slime to take home, “sand” slime and “under the sea” slime! We will also learn the science of density and design a “tide wave” bottle using oil, water, glitter and more. These are such fun to enjoy playing with at home for moments when a “calm down” activity is needed.

Monday, July 14th 10am-2pm

7-12 years old. Make a variety of handmade cards, a cute paper bag mini album, fun fold bookmarks, and a stamped birthday bag at this one-day Papercrafting Kids Camp! Bring a sack lunch and a positive attitude!

Tues., July 15, 1:00-3:00pm

Calling all young creators! In this fun 2-hour class, kids (ages 6-10) will:

Make garden critters from recycled materials!

Build a wind chime to bring music to the garden!

It’s the perfect mix of creativity, sustainability, and hands-on fun!

Wedn., July 16, 9:30am-1:00pm

Ages: 5-12. Dive into creativity and ocean fun! In this exciting kids workshop, young artists will:

Learn all about sea turtles—their habitat, life cycle, and how we can help protect them!

Create a guided canvas painting of a beautiful sea turtle to take home!

Perfect for ocean lovers and budding artists alike!

Thurs., July 17, 10:00am-12:00pm

A Hands-On Adventure in Art & Gardening! Join us for a fun-filled camp where creativity blooms and little hands get a little dirty! At Grow & Create Kids Camp, children will:

Paint a Pot – Unleash their inner artist as they design and decorate their very own flower pot.

Pick & Plant a Flower – Choose a beautiful flower and plant it in their personalized pot.

Learn & Grow – Discover the basics of plant care and take home a blooming reminder of their hard work!

Perfect for young nature lovers and budding artists!

July 21-24, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Grades 2nd - 7th. In this 4 day art camp students will experience different mediums and techniques. They will dabble in drawing, painting, printmaking and some 3D projects. Each camper will create 2 - 3 art projects a day. Each day the campers will have lunch at the SHAC, then go to central park for 30 - 45 minutes. On the last day there will be an art show at 1:30pm. Each week of camp will have different projects.

The price of camp comes with a t-shirt which the students will tie dye during the week. You may also choose to purchase an art kit from the instructor on the first day of camp (bring $20 cash) or bring your own supplies:

July 21-24, 9:30am-12pm

Ages: 5-7 years old (kdg-1st grade). Creep, crawl, and flutter into a week of creative fun at Summer Art Camp: Bugging Out with Insects! Young artists will explore the tiny but fascinating world of insects through hands-on art projects inspired by butterflies, bees, beetles, and more.

Each day, campers will discover a different insect and bring it to life using paint, clay, collage, and other fun materials. Through storytelling, movement, and interactive art-making, children will spark their creativity while learning cool facts about these amazing creatures and their important roles in nature.

Get ready for a buzzing week of imagination, discovery, and artistic adventure—it’s going to be a bug-tastic time!

July 25th, 10-11:30am

Ages: 5-8 yrs old. Explore the basics of color theory, learning about warm/cool colors, as well as primary & complimentary colors too. Miss Kelly will help each child plan a theme for their filler colors using what they learn, and design a filler made of dyed rice, chickpeas, and pasta. We’ll explore different textures & how they work together to scoop and pour. Then shake it all up using liquid watercolors and acrylic paint in order to create a fun bag of filler to bring home for more sensory play.

July 28-31 9:30am-2pm

Ages: 5-13. Get ready to dive into a week of seaside-inspired art and adventure! In this fun-filled beach art camp, kids will explore the magic of the ocean through creative projects that bring the shore to life. Each day will focus on a new beach-themed activity, from painting vibrant underwater scenes to creating seashell mosaics, decorating driftwood, and experimenting with sand art to make unique keepsakes. Instructor: Natalie Assemany, K-12 Art Teacher. Comes with a camp t-shirt which students will decorate during the week.

Bring Snack, Lunch, Water Bottle to camp each day.

August 11-14, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Grades 2nd - 7th. In this 4 day art camp students will experience different mediums and techniques. They will dabble in drawing, painting, printmaking and some 3D projects. Each camper will create 2 - 3 art projects a day. Each day the campers will have lunch at the SHAC, then go to central park for 30 - 45 minutes. On the last day there will be an art show at 1:30pm. Each week of camp will have different projects.

The price of camp comes with a t-shirt which the students will tie dye during the week. You may also choose to purchase an art kit from the instructor on the first day of camp (bring $20 cash) or bring your own supplies:

August 11-14, 9:30am-12pm

Ages: 5-7 years old (kdg-1st grade). Roar into a week of prehistoric fun at Summer Art Camp: Dino-Mite! Young artists will journey back in time to explore the world of dinosaurs through exciting hands-on art projects. From towering T. rexes to spiky Stegosauruses, campers will use paint, clay, collage, and more to bring their favorite dinosaurs to life.

Each day, children will discover a different dinosaur species while learning fun facts about these ancient creatures and their prehistoric world. Through storytelling, movement, and creative art-making, they’ll unleash their imagination in a Jurassic adventure like no other!

Get ready for a dino-rific week filled with creativity, discovery, and roaring good fun!

August 18-21, 12-2pm

Ages: 9-12 years old. Make Your Own Comic Book Page & Cover. Learn composition & drawing of superheros - focus will be on drawing the human head (& not so human head). Learn to draw Spiderman, Silver Surfer & more. Multi-media (pencil, pen, watercolor & gouache). Bring a small art supply case of drawing pencils, colored pencils, micro pens, artist markers & a small sketch book (other supplies provided). Instructor: Lynn Burrows