21ST CENTURY SKILLS ACADEMY
Multiple locations
21stcenturyskillsacademy.com
As the 16-year director of Saint Ignatius College Prep’s Model United Nations program, internationally recognized Diane Haleas Hines and her team have scored victories in the United States and at numerous competitions across the globe. This summer, the Academy offers students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to engage in a United Nations simulation in which they will act as diplomats representing the interests of their assigned country and debate issues, navigate conflicting perspectives, make decisions, and negotiate solutions. Summer sessions will be in Lombard (June 9-13), Hinsdale (June 16-19) and Western Springs (July 28-Aug. 1).
BANNER DAY CAMP
1225 Riverwoods Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
847-295-4900, bannerdaycamp.com
Banner Day Camp offers a safe place to make new friends, accept challenges and develop self-esteem in a nurturing, positive setting. Days begin with door-to-door bus transportation — and once at Banner, large pavilions, an air-conditioned dining hall and multipurpose rooms make it easy to enjoy camp in any weather. Professional-level specialists lead swim instruction, sports, arts, music and adventure programs. Preschool-age specialists supervise children as young as 3 years. Beginning in kindergarten, campers choose activities that provide high-level instruction. A ratio of one staff member for every three to four campers ensures personalized attention.
CAMP ANOKIJIG
W5639 Anokijig Lane
Plymouth, WI 53073
920-893-0782, anokijig.com
Since 1926, Camp Anokijig has been helping children grow by making new friends, developing positive values and experiencing great adventures mixed with fun. The camp offers coed, overnight programs for children ages 7-16. Camp duration is from four days to one or more weeks. Campers enjoy two daily skill periods, all-camp activities, sectional/cabin events and directed free time. Specialty programs and off-site, weeklong adventure trips are also available. Camp Anokijig emphasizes honesty, respect and responsibility.
CAMP JORN YMCA
13591 Zenner Lane
Manitowish Waters, WI 54545
715-543-8808, www.campjornymca.org
For over 60 years the focus of Camp Jorn has been developing relationships with campers, the staff, their peers and the outdoors. Through the mission and tradition of YMCA resident camping, Camp Jorn places a strong emphasis on creating and providing a memorable and impactful experience for campers and families. Camp Jorn’s facilities provide the setting for caring and qualified staff to lead progressive and challenging programs making Camp Jorn the perfect place for campers to grow and develop self-esteem and a strong sense of worth, all while in a safe and nurturing environment.
CITADEL THEATRE
300 S. Waukegan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
847-735-8554, citadeltheatre.org
Registration is now open for Citadel Theatre’s summer musical theater camps, which will stage two age-specific productions. Taught by seasoned professionals, the conservatory-style acting camps are a creative way to spend the summer. Kids learn an artistic discipline, work as a team to form an acting ensemble, and gain confidence as they prepare for the final performance. Ages 6-10 will journey under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” while ages 11-16 will perform the family-friendly musical “Hairspray Jr.”
DEERFIELD PARK DISTRICT
836 Jewett Park Drive
Deerfield, IL 60015
847-945-0650, deerfieldparks.org
Whether for an entire summer, a week, a full day, or just a few hours, Deerfield Park District offers numerous camp experiences for children from preschool to middle school. Campers will get the chance to hone basketball skills, enhance swimming ability, participate in theater, and play tennis, golf or archery. In addition, those 14 and 15 years of age can develop leadership skills as counselors in training. There’s something for every child, and the chance to create lasting summer memories with a wide range of activities.
DECOMA DAY CAMP
4350 Walters Ave.
Northbrook, IL 60062
847-945-4455, decomadaycamp.com
Decoma offers a flexible camp schedule of from four to nine weeks of three or five days with included transportation and daily lunch. A shortened-day preschooler program and free extended care also are available. Highlights include individual attention, small staff/camper ratios, mature experienced counselors, flexible programming, and twice-daily swimming with expert instruction. Activities include tennis, basketball, baseball, sand volleyball, trampball, a climbing wall, crafts, dance, archery, drama, soccer, fishing, gymnastics, martial arts, mountain biking, photography, circus arts, theme days and field trips. Optional specialty camps are offered in dance, golf, music, tennis, sports, taekwondo and horseback riding.
EVANSTON JUNIOR/YOUTH GOLF CAMPS AND CLINICS
Canal Shores Golf Course
1030 Central St.
Evanston, IL 60201
847-475-9173, canalshores.org
Programs for pre-K through eighth grade at all skill levels are provided under an agreement between Evanston Wilmette Golf Course Association and The Golf Practice. Sessions help youth develop skills and friendships, instill an appreciation of the game of golf, and offer an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Some 400 youth are expected to sign up this season. Funds are actively being raised to offer special programming and scholarships. Afternoon golf clinics run May 20-Sept. 30, half-day camps June 8-Aug. 7, and full-day camps June 15-Aug. 7. Register online, contact the Pro Shop, or email info@canalshores.org.
GOOD TIMES SUMMER DAY CAMP
Libertyville Sports Complex
1950 N. Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
847-680-4884, goodtimescamp.com
Based at Libertyville Sports Complex, Good Times offers campers active programs for children ages 4-12. Each week is filled with hours of swimming, field trips, various sports, activities, and a theme-based cookout every Friday. Extended hours from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at no extra charge accommodate parents’ busy schedules. Schedules are flexible and campers can attend only the days desired. Camp shuttlebuses throughout Lake County serve areas such as Lake Zurich, Grayslake, Mundelein, Gurnee, Abbott Park and Vernon Hills.
KESHET
3210 Dundee Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
847-205-0274, keshet.org
Keshet offers various eight-week, full-day and overnight-integrated camp options for individuals with special needs. Families can choose from more than 14 camps that suit their child’s interests and needs. The state-of-the-art programs offer a well-rounded functional summer that emphasizes maintaining goals achieved throughout the school year. Camps are located in Chicago and surrounding suburbs, as well as in Wisconsin. Keshet provides exceptional opportunities for children with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. Space is limited.
LAKE FOREST PARKS AND RECREATION
400 Hastings Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
847-234-6700, lfrec.com
Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department’s camps are filled with many opportunities for great experiences, new friendships, exploring the outdoors and creating a memorable summer. The department has been offering camps for Lake Forest and surrounding communities for more than 59 years with variety, flexibility and value. In addition to the traditional full-summer experience, a series of two-week options in most of the camps is available again this year.
LIGHT OPERA WORKS
Summer Kids Musical Theater Workshop
516 4th Street, Wilmette, IL 60091
847-920-5360, LightOperaWorks.com/summer.html
Kids 8-13 learn acting, dancing and singing in five, self-contained weeklong sessions. Productions include “The Sound of Music” (June 15-20), “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka” (June 22-27), “Annie” (July 6-11), “Fiddler on the Roof” (July 13-18) and “Shrek The Musical” (July 20-25). Fee is $365 per workshop. Scholarships are available. Teen “South Pacific” is offered July 29-Aug. 16 for ages 13-18. The show will have a free public performance Aug. 17 with professional costumes, sound and lighting on the same set as Light Opera Works’ adult production of “South Pacific” at Cahn Auditorium in Evanston. Fee is $1,250.
NIKE TENNIS CAMPS
US Sports Camps
1010 B St., Ste. 450
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-451-2203, ussportscamps.com
Campers can have fun and improve their athletic skills this summer at Nike Tennis Camps. With junior overnight, day and half-day camps for boys and girls ages 5-18 of all ability levels, and adult weekend clinics, a camp option is available for everyone. Directed by some of America’s most respected college coaches and tennis professionals, the camps provide players the opportunity to improve their game, work hard and have fun. See the website for more details on camps in the Midwest: Northwestern University (full-day and half-day options), Rod Schroeder National Tennis Camp, University of Illinois, Michigan State and Butler University.
NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT
545 Academy Drive
Northbrook, IL 60062
847-291-2995, nbparks.org
The Northbrook Park District offers 10 weeks of high-quality summer camps for tots to teens with numerous enriching experiences outdoors and close to home. The camp is committed to providing a wide variety of safe, active learning opportunities that promote teamwork, friendship and fun.
PLAY-BY-PLAY SPORTS BROADCASTING CAMP
100 Leverington Ave. PH 18
Philadelphia, PA 19127
800-319-0884, playbyplaycamps.com
PLAY ON COMEDY CAMP
1330 Ridge Ave.
Evanston IL 60201
847-337-9614, playoncomedy.com
Play On Comedy Camp combines professional comedy and theater training with field trips, swimming and outdoor fun. While maintaining a focus on classes that will help sharpen their comedic minds, campers are also able to choose from workshops and electives that round out a diverse curriculum. Field trips may include Broadway in Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare and The Second City, as well as fun friendship-building trips to a museum or a recording studio. Play On is the perfect combination of learning and summer camp fun.
