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Housing Authority of Stuart Inc
611 Southeast Church Street
Stuart, FL 34994
Phone: (772)287-0496
From: Denise Martine
MLA format has been updated effective 2009
APA format to be updated July 2009
From: Kathryn Carlsson
This is a list of local Summer Camps for 2009. We get this question alot the Cummings desk:)
· Animals
Horses, Horses, Horses: Western speed events, English and horsemanship. choycepartyponies.com. Choyce Party Ponies, 4734 S.W. Ranchwood St., Palm City, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 8-Aug. 22. Ages Kindergarten-10th grade. $175-250. Register: (772) 485-1903; choycepartyponies@yahoo.com.
Horseback Riding Camp: Learn to groom, tack and ride horses. Crafts and other activities, water games. Learn responsibility while having fun. Palm City Equestrians, 2944 S.W. Boat Ramp Ave., Palm City, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 15-July 17. Ages 5 and older. $300. Register: (772) 219-9129; BDoneth@aol.com.
Marasco Ranch: Family-oriented camp offering horseback riding, caring for baby farm animals, swimming, canoeing, archery, roping, arts and crafts, more. One counselor per six children. 6704 S.W. 39th St., Palm City, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., June 8-Aug. 14. Ages 5-13. $ 175. Register: (772) 708-1879; marascoranch.com.
Sunlight Summer Camp: Includes English riding lessons, trail rides, general horse care, games. Sunlight Saddle Club, 6650 S.W. Kanner Highway, Indiantown, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8- Aug. 21. $180-$295. Register: (772) 781-5429; SunlightSaddle@wildblue.net.
Sunny Time Stables: Learn horseback riding on safe, well-trained horses. 4976 S.W. Leighton Farms Road, Palm City, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 1-Aug. 14. Ages 5-15. $155-$275. Register: (772) 621-0067; sunnytimestables.com.
Arts/Music
Camp Earth: Summer art camp. The Lighthouse Center for the Arts, 395 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, June 8-Aug. 14. Ages 4-12. Register: lighthousearts.org; (561) 748-8737.
Dance Academy of Stuart Dance Camps: Ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, pointe and lyrical. Qualified and experienced instructors. Low student teacher ratios. The Dance Academy of Stuart, The Dance Academy of Stuart, Stuart, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8 to Aug. 7. Ages 3 to 18. $130 to $165. Register: (772) 220-9440; danceacademyofstuart.com.
StarStruck’s Sensational Summer Camp: Music Theater program teaching singing, dancing, acting in creative environment. Performance at the Lyric. StarStruck Performing Arts Center, 500 S.E. Dixie Highway, Suite 3, Stuart, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Prices vary. Register: (772) 283-2313.
Other
Crafty Camp!: Hands-on activities such as sculpting, painting, papier-maché, tie dye, mosaics, sock puppets. Stuart Ceramics Painting Studio, 15 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Stuart, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 8-Aug 4. $90-$180. Register: (772) 287-7000; stuartceramicsstudio@yahoo.com.
Elliott Museum Summer Camps: Focusing on creativity and ingenuity. Art, circus, cartoon and inventors camps. Elliott Museum, 825 N.E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., June 13-Aug. 21. Ages 6-16. $175. Register: (772) 225-1961 ext. 110; elliottmuseumflorg.
Fun With Languages: Exposure to French, Spanish and Italian language through arts and crafts, games, movies and language lessons. The Center For Foreign Languages, 39 S.W. Monterey Plaza, Stuart, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. Grades 1-6. $135 per week. Register: (772) 288-4200; foreignlanguages@att.net.
Harry Potter Summer Camp: Unity Church of Martin County, 211 S.E. Central Parkway, Stuart, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 15-26. $350. Grades 3-8. (772) 286-3878; unityofmartincty@bellsouth.net.
Little Prodigy Summer Music Camp: Private vocal, piano, guitar, chorus, musical theater classes, keyboard labs, practice rooms, recording studio and recitals. Stuart Center for the Arts, Stuart, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., June 15-July 24 (two sessions). Ages 5-13. $115 per week. Register: (772) 336-3496.
Outdoors
Aqua Camp: Snorkeling, canoeing, swimming, other water fun. YMCA of the Treasure Coast, Stuart YMCA, Stuart, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday June 15-19, 22-26, June 29-July 3, July 13-17, 27-31, Aug. 3-7, Aug. 17-21. $150-$180. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Coastal Discovery Summer Camp 2009: Aquatic, terrestrial ecosystems, science experiments; interact with marine animals. Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, Stuart, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $135-$210. Register: (772) 214-8904.
Environmental Studies Center Summer Day Camp: Water-oriented program where campers experience fishing, cast-netting, seining, beach trips, snorkeling, and many other hands-on activities. 2900 N.E. Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 15-July 24, Monday-Friday. $170. Register: (772) 219-1887.
Fishing Camp: Learn the basics of fishing. YMCA, 1700 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $150-$170. Register: (772) 286-4444.
John & Marge Bolton Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County: Field trips, sports, games, community service projects. Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, 4731 S.E. Flounder Ave., Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $25 per child or $200 if paid in full. Register: (772) 283-5900.
Cole-Clark Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County: Field trips, sports, games, community service projects. Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, 11500 S.E. Lares Ave., Hobe Sound, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $25 per child, $200 if paid in full. Register: (772) 545-0054.
East Stuart Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County: Field trips, sports, games, community service projects. Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, 724 E. 10th St., Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $25 per child, $200 if paid in full. Register: (772) 634-1543.
Indiantown Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County: Field trips, sports, games, community service projects. Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, 14555 S.W. 174th Court, Indiantown, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $25 per child or $200 if paid in full. Register: (772) 597-5088.
Martin County 4-H Foundation: 2009 Martin County 4-H Day Camps schedules and themes. Martin County Extension Office, 2614 S.E. Dixie Highway, Stuart , 8 a.m.-5 p.m., July 13-17, Aug. 3-7. $90 per child. Ages 8-12. (772) 288-5654; martin.ifas.ufl.edu.
Palm City Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County: Field trips, sports, games, community service projects. Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, 1150 S.W. Martin Downs Blvd., Palm City, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $25 per child, $200 if paid in full. Register: (772) 220-9160.
SCAMPS (School-age Children And Many Places to See): Positive, Christian atmosphere, field trips, activities. The Grace Place Community Church, 1550 S.E. Salerno Road, Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $125/week, field trips included. Register: (772) 287-1779.
Summer Environmental Camp: Native wildlife presentations, nature crafts, games, netting. Hobe Sound Nature Center, 13640 S.E. Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound, 9 a.m.-noon, June 15-July 24. 75. ($70 for additional siblings). Register: (772) 546-2067.
Sports
Basketball Camp: Teaches individual and team skills and how to improve skills. YMCA, 1700 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $200-$220. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Beginner Junior Summer Tennis Camps: Evening beginner junior tennis camps for ages 11 and older. Martin County Parks & Recreation, Halpatiokee Regional Park, Stuart, 6- 8 p.m., June 15-July 31. $120 per week. Register: (772) 221-1418.
Beginner Junior Tennis Camps: Indoor tennis camps for ages 10 and younger using the “QuickStart” teaching method. Martin County Parks and Recreation, Anderson Middle School Gymnasium, Stuart, 10 a.m.-noon, June 15-July 31. $120. Register: (772) 221-1418; www.martin.fl.us.
City of Stuart Baseball/ Sports Camp: Will include other major team sports. Bring a lunch. Sailfish Park, Stuart, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 15-Aug. 7. Ages 8-13. $85. Register: (772) 288- 5335.
Gymnastics Full Day Camp — YMCA SportsWorld: Combines gymnastics environment with general camp. Includes: instruction, playtime, arts and crafts, games, skating, field trips. YMCA SportsWorld, 2700 S.E. Willoughby Blvd., Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 8-Aug. 21. $129 members, $159 nonmembers. Register: (772) 223-1606; amariz@ymcatreasurecoast.org.
Gymnastics Half Day Camp — YMCA SportsWorld: For children ages 3 and older, a morning filled with gymnastics activity, games and sports. Potty-trained children only. YMCA SportsWorld, 2700 S.E. Willoughby Blvd., Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. Per day: $15 members, $18.60 nonmembers. Register: (772) 223-1606; amariz@ymcatreasurecoast.org.
The Junior Golf Club of The Treasure Coast: Golf Camp for Treasure Coast junior golfers ages 10-17. Activities include weekly golf clinics. The Junior Golf Club of The Treasure Coast, Indian Hills Golf Course, Fort Pierce, 8:30-10:30 a.m., June 9-July 19 (two days/week plus optional play day). $95 total for six-week program. Register: (772) 465-8110.
Martial Arts Kid’s Camp: Fitness-based program including kung fu and jiu-jitsu basics, martial Olympic games, abduction awareness, F.I.T. Kid’s Club and yoga for health. U.S. Kung Fu Academy and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 1064 N.E. Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., June 15-19. $100. Register: (772) 225-1959.
Martin Downs Sports Resort Sports Camp: Half or full days. Multi-sports camp for all ages. Swimming, tennis, basketball, volleyball, baseball and soccer. Martin Downs Sports Resort, Martin Downs Sports Resort, Palm City, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Ages 4-18. Register: (772) 232-3228; dkernan@martindownssportsresort.com.
Martin Downs Sports Resort Tennis Camp: Tennis, lunch, swimming, sports. Martin Downs Sports Resort, Palm City, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost varies. Register: (772) 232-3228; april@martindownssportsresort.com.
MCHS Cheerleading Camp: Martin County High School cheerleaders will teach girls to cheer, dance and jump. The final day includes a performance. Martin County High School Gym, Stuart, 9 a.m.-noon, June 8-12. Ages 4-12. $85. Register: (772) 219-1800, ext. 32441; thumant@martin.k12.fl.us.
Ohanna Surf Camp: Water safety, environmental awareness, ocean conservation, surf, skim, paddle board. Stuart Beach and Ohanna Surf Shop, Stuart, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., June 15-Aug. 7. Ages 5 and older. $150. Register: (772) 287-0041.
PBI Tennis Camp at Harbour Ridge: Tennis camp for all levels. Supervised swimming and games during break time. Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club Tennis Center, Palm City, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., June 9-July 30. $130-$145. Register: (772) 336-8911.
Martin County Sailing Camp: Develop sailing skills; beginners-intermediate. U.S. Sailing Center, 1955 N.E. Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8-Aug. 14. $100-$230. Register: (772) 334-8085; usscmc.org.
Rinker Junior Golf Academy: Beginning-advanced golfers. Eagle Marsh Country Club, Jensen Beach, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. Ages 9-18. $125-$225. Register: (772) 335-1337; lrggolf@aol.com.
Soccer Skills at the Pine School: Varsity soccer coach Nathan Washer will lead a series of camps for boys and girls in soccer. Pine School Campus, Hobe Sound, 8:30 a.m.-noon, June 22-26, July 27-31, Aug. 3-7. $95. Register: (772) 675-7005; nwasher@thepineschool.org.
Surf Camp: Beginners and those looking to improve skills. Boards provided. YMCA of the Treasure Coast, Stuart YMCA, Stuart, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., June 22-26, July 6-10, 27-31, Aug. 10-14. $150-$180. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Other
Baby-sitting Camp: Teaches age-appropriate games, arts and crafts, cooking skills, diapering and feeding. Infant and child CPR certification included.. YMCA of the Treasure Coast, Stuart YMCA, Stuart, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., June 15-19; July 20-24; July 27-31; Aug. 10-14. $145-$175. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Camp Adventure 2009: More than 45 trips planned, including Wanna-Do City, rapids, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking. Little Prodigy, three locations in Port St. Lucie and Stuart, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. Ages 5-15. Full-time $135, part-time $98. Register: (772) 336-3496.
Camp Barn Theatre 2009: Study of theater fundamentals. Production-Laugh-In, Barn Theatre, Stuart, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., July 6-31. Grades 5-10. $475. Registration: (772)408-3554; barn-theatre.com.
Camp Gan Israel of Martin/St. Lucie: Golf, science, tae kwon do, sports, mini-chefs, yoga, juggling, trips, art, Jewish themes. Chabad Jewish Community Center of Martin/St. Lucie, Pine School Campus, Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., June 29-July 24. Ages 2-13. $143-$190. Register: (772) 288-0606; CGIMSL.com.
Camp Team Teen: Teen sports, swimming, field trips, special events. YMCA, 1700 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $95-$125. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Camp Invention: Discover: Science enrichment camp with five modules, hands-on exploration, creative thinking, problem solving. Invent Now Kids, Felix A. Williams Elementary, Stuart, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., July 13-17. Entering first grade through entering sixth grade. $225. Register: (800) 968-4332; campintvention.org.
Camp Teddy Bear: Crafts, field trips, sports, swimming, games. YMCA, 1700 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $115-$135. Children entering kindergarten. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Felix Williams Extended Day: Activities and field trips, including bowling, swimming. School Board of Martin County, Felix Williams Elementary, Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. Kindergarten-fifth grade. $80 per week. Register: (772) 219-1645; sbmc.org/schools/extended-day-summerreg.php.
Flagler Summer Camp: Field trips, events, guests, parties, dances, cooking classes, water days. Stuart Parks and Recreation, 201 S.W. Flagler Ave., Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. Ages 5-12. $70-$80 week. Register: (772) 288-5335; tpezzino@ci.stuart.fl.us.
Hobe Sound Child Care Center: Field trips, swimming, entertainment, weekly themes, water play and activities; three meals provided. Hobe Sound Child Care Center, Hobe Sound, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., June 9-Aug. 19. Ages 2-5. $50 registration fee; $140-$130. Register: (772) 546-5462.
Hobe Sound Extended Day: “Hands-on” experiences with daily activities and field trips, including bowling, swimming. School Board of Martin County, Hobe Sound Elementary School, Hobe Sound, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. Ages: K-fifth grade. $80 per week. Register: (772) 219-1545; sbmc.org/schools/extended-day-summerreg.php.
Jensen Beach Extended Day: “Hands-on” experiences with daily activities and field trips, including bowling, swimming. School Board of Martin County, Jensen Beach Elementary School, Jensen Beach, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. Ages: K-fifth grade. $80. per week. Register: (772) 219-1560; sbmc.org/schools/extended-day-summerreg.php.
Palm City Extended Day: “Hands-on” experiences with daily activities and field trips, including bowling, swimming. School Board of Martin County, Palm City Elementary, Palm City, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. Ages K-fifth grade. $80 per week. Register: (772) 219-1571; sbmc.org/schools/extended-day-summerreg.php.
Pinewood Extended Day: “Hands-on” experiences with daily activities and field trips, including bowling, swimming. School Board of Martin County, Pinewood Elementary School, Stuart, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. Ages K-fifth grade. $80 per week. Register: (772) 219-1602; sbmc.org/schools/extended-day-summerreg.php.
Techno Camp at the Clark Advanced Learning Center: Learn digital media skills, experiment with emerging technologies. CALC at Indian River State College, 2400 S.E. Salerno Road, Stuart, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., June 8-11. Grades 8-9 in Martin County with 2.0 GPA. Free. Register: (772) 419-5750; irsc.edu.
TCM Summer Camp 09: Weekly themes, activities, museum exploration. The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast, 1707 N.E. Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. $150-$175. Register: (772) 225-7575 ext. 201.
YMCA Cooking Camp: Learn all aspects of cooking, dining etiquette. 1700 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8-Aug. 21. $200-$220. Register: (772) 286-4444.
Pine School Summer Camps: Camp Invention, Power Up for Learning, volleyball, soccer, dance and theater, sewing, yoga, travel America, field trips, teambuilding. 300 E. 10th St., Stuart campus, Stuart or Hobe Sound, 9 a.m.-noon or 3 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. $95-$200. Register: (772) 283-1222; rvermillion@thepineschool.org.
Community Christian Academy: Arts and crafts, water play, food experiences, gymnastics, Red Cross presentations, science experiences, nature walks. 777 S.E. Salerno Road, Stuart, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 1-Aug. 14. $125. Register: (772) 288-7227.
PALM BEACH COUNTY
Animals
Sandi Trails Summer Horse Camp: Daily riding, swimming, games, movies, crafts. Professional, organized program for all ages. Sandi Trails Equestrian Ecotours of the Palm Beaches, 1701 S.E. Ranch Road, Jupiter, 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., June 1-Aug. 31. $75-$450. Register: (561) 373-3952; sandijohnsonn@aol.com.
Arts/Music
Atlantic Arts Academy: Dance camp, ages 7-13. Acting camp, ages 8-14. Pre-Dance camp, ages 3-6. Evening classes, age 13-adult. Atlantic Arts Academy, 6743 W. Indiantown Road, Jupiter, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 8-July 17. $99-$199. Register: (561) 575-4422; info@atlanticartsacademy.com.
Eissey Campus Theatre Teen Summer Theatre Program: Training in acting and technical theater; students will write and produce their own original show. Palm Beach Community College, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 22-July 3. $400/two weeks. Register: (561) 207-5905; denholmn@pbcc.edu.
Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s Conservatory of Performing Arts: Summer conservatory. Session I: “West Side Story.” Auditions 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 16; rehearsal 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 8-25; performance June 25, 26; ages 13-20. $600. Session II: July 13-31; ages 7-20. 1001 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter. (561) 575-2672, ext. 2.
Maltz Jupiter Theatre Conservatory of Performing Arts: Students take classes in dance, voice, acting and musical theater. 1001 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (varies), June 8-26; July 31-Aug. 1. $45-$600. Register: (561) 575-2672 ext. 2.
Sports
Scuba Works’ Summer Scuba Camp: For ages 10-14. Students will receive PADI’s junior open water certification. Scuba Works, 351 S. U.S. 1 No. 103, Jupiter, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 28. $350. Register: (561) 575-3483.
Tommy Hutton Baseball Academy at Roger Dean Stadium: Developing and honing fundamental skills, students work with instructors and professional guests in a fun and safe environment. Roger Dean Stadium, Jupiter, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. $185 lunch and aftercare included. Register: (561) 799-9596; thuttbaseball@rogerdeanstadium.com.
Other
Food, Fitness and Fun: Various Jupiter locations, 4580 Donald Ross Road, Suite 105-96, Palm Beach Gardens, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., June 8-July 13. Grades Kindergarten-fifth grade. $275. Register: (561) -626-7392; caradebock@me.com.
Fun Chefs Cooking Camp: Learn the art of cooking. Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, 9 a.m.-noon, June 8-July 24. Ages 6-12. $175. Register: (561) 744-8555; Funchefs.com.
Lighthouse Center for the Arts Camp Earth: Art with the Earth in Mind. Help the Earth while making art with recyclable things. 395 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, Ages 4-5, 9 a.m.-noon; ages 6-12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; aftercare 3-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 14. Ages 4-5, $100 member, $125 nonmember weekly; ages 6-12, $175 member weekly, $200 nonmember; aftercare $75 weekly or $20 daily. Youth annual membership $35, family annual membership $100. Register: (561) 748-8737; info@lighthousearts.org.
· PSL Camps
· Art Camp: Havert L. Fenn Center , 2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 9 a.m. – noon, Aug. 3 - 7. $50. Ages 8 - 12. (772) 462-1521; www.stlucieco.org.
Heathcote Eco-Explorers Summer Camp: Heathcote Botanical Gardens, 210 Savannah Road, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday; July 6 -10 Eco and Science Discovery; July 13-17 Plants and Environmental Fun; July 20-24 Art and Music in the Garden; July 27-31 Growing Food, Growing Friends. Boys and Girls age 7-10 years. $100-$110 session. Register: (772) 464-4672; heathcotebotanicalgardens.org.
Boys & Girls Club of St Lucie County Kidstop 2009 Summer Camps: Age-appropriate activities offered through theme weeks. Lunch and breakfast provided. Manatee Academy, Morningside Elementary, Port St. Lucie Elementary and Windmill Point Elementary, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 15-Aug. 7. Ages 5-12. $35/$15 per sibling registration fee for nonmembers; $110 per child/$105 per sibling with field trips or $85/$80 per sibling without field trips.(772) 873-2848.
Bug-A-Boo: Learn about insect orders, identification, pinning and labeling. Camp activities include kayaking, hiking and visit to a Disney theme park. St. Lucie County Extension, 8400 Picos Road, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., July 6-10. $150. Register: (772) 462-1660; kasmi@ufl.edu.
Camp Adventure 2009: More than 45 trips planned, including Wanna-Do City, rapids, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking. Little Prodigy, three locations in Port St. Lucie and Stuart, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. Ages 5-15. Full-time $135, part-time $98. Register: (772) 336-3496.
Colonial Country Day School: Summer of Exploration curriculum. Activities and field trips. 2750 S.W. Port St. Lucie, Port St. Lucie, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., June 11-Aug. 24. $65 plus cost of field trips. Register: (772) 336-1200.
First Step Learning Center Summer Camp: 2401 Sidonia Street, Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m. - noon or 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., June 22 - July 31. $55 - $85. Ages 4-10. (772) 335-0042.
Fun in the Sun: Sports, field trips, crafts, swimming, bowling. St. Lucie County Parks, Recreation at Westwood High School, Fort Pierce, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 7. Ages 5-12. $20/week. Register: (772) 462-1522.
Health Science Summer Academy 2009 - For Future Health Professionals: Overview of health careers with hands-on activities and field trips. Earn 3 college credits. Indian River State College, Main Campus, Fort Pierce, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., June 11-25, Monday-Thursday. Selective admission: High school juniors and seniors. $224.22. Free if dual enrollment eligible. Register: (866) 792-4772; www.irsc.edu.
Junior Naturalist Camp: Experience the natural world through activities including hiking, dip netting and more. Oxbow Eco-Center, 5400 N.E. St. James Drive, Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., June 15-19. $80 by May 15. Register: (772) 785-5842.
Golden Rule Preschool: Weekly themes, arts and crafts, on-campus field trips, water play, bounce house. 700 S. 33rd St., Fort Pierce, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. Ages 2-5. $100. Register: (772) 464-2628.
Lakewood Park United Methodist Church Camp: Circus theme arts, crafts, movies, stories. 5405 Turnpike Feeder, Fort Pierce, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., June 15-19, July 13-17. $50. Register: (772) 464-0016.
Ark Academy: Water activities, movies, crafts, games, Bible lessons. First United Methodist Church, 260 S.W. Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Ages 5-10. $100. Register: (772) 878-3099.
Discovery Club: Hiking, bowling, laser tag, movies, beach, golf, gymnastics, skating and more. Center includes air hockey, video games, art, computers. Discovery Emporium, 529 N.W. Prima Vista Blvd., suite 102, Port St. Lucie, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., June 11-August. $100. Register: (772) 344-3777; discoveryemp@bellsouth.net.
Discovery Emporium, Preschool Camp: Activities include water play, music, arts and crafts, field trips, bounce houses, barbecues, puppet shows, character awareness programs. Discovery Emporium, Prima Vista Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., June 11-August. $120. Register: (772) 344-3777; mom26bow@yahoo.com.
G-Force Super Fun Summer Camp: Arts and crafts, indoor air-conditioned X-box game center, reading, weekly field trips, recreational sports, water play, karate. Golden Rule Academy, 3891 Edwards Road, Fort Pierce, 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 14. Grades K-7. $85. Register: (772) 464-1597; igniteyourworld.com.
Smithsonian Ocean Discovery Camp: Discover what lives in the ocean and why this vast, watery world is so important. Smithsonian Marine Station, St. Lucie County Marine Center, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-noon, June 15-19. $85. Ages 6-8. Register: (772) 465-3271.
Smithsonian Ocean Adventures Camp: Learn about marine ecosystems by interacting with the many diverse habitats along the Treasure Coast.. Smithsonian Marine Station, St. Lucie County Marine Center, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., July 13-17. $125. Ages 9-12. Register: (772) 465-3271.
Smithsonian Ocean Explorers Camp: Experience how scientists study the ocean by spending time in, on and under the water. Smithsonian Marine Station, St. Lucie County Marine Center, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., July 27-Aug. 1. $145. Ages 13-15. Register: (772) 465-3271.
Lincoln Park Community Center Youth Camp: Arts and crafts and outside games and sports. Bring snacks, water, sun block. Field trips extra. Pre-registration is required. St. Lucie County Parks & Recreation, 1306 Ave. M, Fort Pierce, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $60. Register: (772) 462-1788.
Lincoln Park Community Center Teen Camp: Arts and crafts and outside games and sports. Bring snacks, water, sun block. Field trips extra. Pre-registration is required. St. Lucie County Parks & Recreation , 1400 Ave. Q, Fort Pierce , 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. $60. Register: (772) 462-1788.
Camp Funshine: Arts and crafts and outside games and sports. Bring snacks, water, sun block. Field trips extra. Pre-registration is required. St. Lucie County Parks & Recreation, Havert L. Fenn Center, Fort Pierce, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $60. Register: (772) 462-1521.
Kid Space Summer Camp: Martial arts, dance, art, drama, field trips. Healthy snacks. Kid Space, 600 S.W. Darwin Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. $140. Ages 3-13. Register: (772) 340-2140; info@kidspaceafterschool.com; www.KidSpaceAfterschool.com.
D.R.E.A.M. Teen Camp: Arts and crafts and outside games and sports. Bring lunch, snacks, water, sun block. Field trips extra. Pre-registration required. St. Lucie County Parks & Recreation, Havert L. Fenn Center, Fort Pierce, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. $60. Register: (772) 462-1521.
Long Riders Stables: Horseback riding, swimming, bouncers, skating, games. 725 W. Coker Road, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. Ages 6 and up. $150 per week. (772) 489-2279; longridersstablesllc.com.
McKee Botanical Garden Summer Camp: Art- and nature-inspired activities, scrapbooking, games, treasure hunts, crafts, garden walks to learn and discover. Live animal interaction, pizza-making. McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., July 20-Aug. 14. $200. Register: (772) 794-0601; info@mckeegarden.org.
St. Andrew Christian Academy: June, Ocean Month with days at the pool; July, Dinosaur Month — let’s make a dinosaur; August, Circus Month, become an acrobat. 295 N.W. Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 8-Aug. 7. $50-$100. Register: (772) 343-0007; saca0807@yahoo.com.
St. Lucie County Historical Museum Summer History Camp: “Time Travelers, Florida History Camp.” Learn about the different groups of people that have lived in Florida throughout history. St. Lucie County Historical Museum, 414 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-noon, June 15-19. Ages 7-11. $50. Register: (772) 462-1891; batscheb@stlucieco.org.
St. Lucie County Historical Museum Summer History Camp: “Curator Camp.” Learn about different kinds of museums and what goes on behind the scenes. St. Lucie County Historical Museum, 414 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-noon, June 22-26. Ages 7-11. $50. Register: (772) 462-1891; batscheb@stlucieco.org.
Summer Dance Classes: St. Lucie Ballet, 884 S.W. Biltmore St., Port St. Lucie, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or 4:30-8:30 p.m., Monday-Friday June 22-Aug. 6. $55-$135. Ages 7 years-teen. Registration $10 by June 12. (772) 708-0800; stlucieballet.com.
Swamp Stomp Summer Day Camp: Outdoor adventures, crafts, snacks, and more for kids ages 6-10. Savannas Preserve State Park, 2541 Walton Road, Port St. Lucie, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m, June 22-26. $80/week includes supplies, snacks, and t-shirt. 6-10. Registration required: (772) 398-2779; Tessa.Sheridan@.dep.state.fl.us.
Woodlands Montessori School North: Tour and explore on everyday field trips. On St. James Drive in the River Place Community, Port St. Lucie, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Ages 5-12. $50 application fee, $150 per week. Register: (772) 340-1160; Diane@woodlandsnorth.com.
Summer Academies for Emerging Technologies at IRSC: Learn about careers in drafting, digital media, interior design and civil engineering special topics. Indian River State College, IRSC Kight Center for Emerging Technologies, Fort Pierce, 8:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Drafting and Interior Design, June 22-25; Digital Media, June 29-July 2; Civil Engineering, July 13-16. Grades 11-12. $74.74 Florida resident. Register: (866) 792-4772; irsc.edu.
TCCA Summer Camp: Roller skating, movies, Chuck E. Cheese, Super Play, Kids Adventure Zone, Golf World. Treasure Coast Christian Academy, 590 N.W. Peacock Blvd. Suite 4, Port St. Lucie, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. $50/$100 per week. Register: (772) 343-8088; bnetwig@comcast.net.
Summer Camp: Field trips, activities. New Life Kidz Centre, 5555 N.W. Saint James Drive, Port St. Lucie, June 11 through August. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades K-8. $80 per week. Registration: $75. (772) 878-1174.
City of Port St. Lucie Parks and Recreation: Sites throughout Port St. Lucie, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., June 22-Aug. 14. $73.60/week. Register: (772) 878-2277.
Horse Summer Camp: Capella Farms, 2140 S. Brocksmith Road, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. $150. Ages 5 years and over. (772) 460-8158; capellafarms@aol.com.
Sports
Academy of Gymnastics Fitness and Dance: Gymnastics, dance (hip-hop, etc.) arts and crafts, theater arts, water play, movie time and more. Ages 3 and older (ages 3-4, 9 a.m.-noon only), St. Lucie West, Port St. Lucie, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 15-Aug. 7. Full day $125 (half day $75) Daily: full $30; half $20 (9 a.m.-noon); reg. $25; early drop-off/late pickup available. Register: (772) 343-0006; academygym1@aol.com.
Aqua Sports Camp at IRSC: Swimming, diving, trampoline, aquatic games. Indian River State College, 3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 8:45 a.m.-noon, June 15-19; June 22-26; June 29-July 3; July 6-10; July 13-17. Grades 6-12. $89. Register: (866) 792-4772; irsc.edu.
Baseball Camp at IRSC: Learn baseball fundamentals and improve skills. Indian River State College, 3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 8-12; July 13-17. Ages 6-12 boys and girls. $120-$130. Register: (866) 792-4772; irsc.edu.
Basketball Camp at IRSC: Learn to shoot, dribble, pass and rebound. Contests, awards ceremony, daily swimming. Indian River State College, 3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, girls 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., June 9-13, July 14-18; boys ages 6-12, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; boys ages 12-18, 1-5:30 p.m., June 16-20; July 21-25. Ages 6-18. $80. Register: (866) 792-4772; irsc.edu.
Golf Fore Kids Camp: Tailored PGA Golf instructional program targeting junior golfers. Golf, rules, etiquette, manners, respect and more. Jensen Beach Golf Academy’s Mobile Golf Unit, 6201 S. U.S. 1, Port St. Lucie, 8:30 a.m.-noon, June 5-Aug. 10. $35-$149. Register: (772) 486-6483.
High School Basketball League: Havert L. Fenn Center,2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 4 – 7 p.m., July 13 - 21. $56 per week. Ages 14-18. (772) 4621521; www.stlucieco.org.
IRSC Volleyball Camp: Havert L. Fenn Center, 2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 9 a.m. – noon, July 13 -31. $100 per session. Ages 8 - 13. (772) 462-1521; www.stlucieco.org.
Middle School Basketball Camp: Havert L. Fenn Center , 2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., June 29 – July 10. $70. Ages 12 - 15. (772) 462-1521; www.stlucieco.org.
IRSC Advance Volleyball Camp: Havert L. Fenn Center , 2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 6 – 9 p.m., June 15 -19. $100. Ages14 & older. (772) 462-1521; www.stlucieco.org.
John Carroll High School Athletic Camps: Soccer, softball, football, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, and lacrosse. Fort Piece. Various ages and skill levels. (772) 464-5200; JohnCarrollHigh.com.
Judo Camp: Havert L. Fenn Center, 2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., June 15 – 19. $65 - $10 discount for add’l child . Ages 6 - 16. (772) 462-1521; stlucieco.org.
Kaizen Karate Leadership School: Karate class, eco tours, river cruises, hiking, beach, bowling, skating, museum, parks, movies, lazer tag, paint ball, crafts. Kaizen Karate Leadership School, Port St. Lucie, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., June 15-Aug. 14. Ages 5-16. 95-$125. Register: (772) 340-3148; kaizenkarateschool.com.
St. Andrew’s Academy Camp: Academic camps for Pre-K to 1st grade, sports camps for 2nd through 8th grades. Sports include basketball, soccer, lacrosse, football and wiffleball. St. Andrew’s Academy, 120 S. Indian River Dr., Fort Pierce, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 8-Aug. 8. $125-$150. Register: (772) 461-7689; lvrana@staacademy.org.
The Legacy Tennis and Sports Camp: Tennis is the main activity. Swimming, basketball and other activities enhance the program. The Legacy Golf and Tennis Club, 9000 Clubhouse Drive, Port St. Lucie, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., June 2-July 2. $135. Register: (772) 466-7888; burgaldo@yahoo.com.
Treasure Coast Youth Sailing: Provides sailing instruction to youths ages 8-13. Forms and general information: www.tcysf.homestead.com. Treasure Coast Youth Sailing Foundation Inc., Jaycee Park, Fort Pierce, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., June 15-Aug. 7. $195 (some financial assistance available.). Register: (772)462-0230.
X-treme Sports: Activities include surfing, sumo wrestling, jousting, swimming, soccer, dodgeball and kayaking in the lagoon. St. Lucie County Extension, SLC Extension office, Suite 101, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 22-26. $125. Register: (772) 462-1660; kasmi@ufl.edu.
YMCA Camp Expedition: Activities including field trips, special events, indoor and outdoor games, arts and crafts and team sports. YMCA of the Treasure Coast, 1301 S.W. Bayshore Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., June 11-Aug. 21. Ages 4-13. $90. Register: (772) 878-7337; dsexton-wills@ymcatreasurecoast.org.
Theater/Dance/Music
Pineapple Playhouse: Sessions have a production, in which all students are involved. Separate sessions are available for age classes 5 and 6, 7 to 11, and 12 to 16 years old. Mon. Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (772) 340-2590; PineapplePlayhouse.com.
Ballet and Tap Camp: Havert L. Fenn Center, 2000 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, 9 a.m. – noon, July 6 - 10. $90 . All ages. (772) 462-1521; www.stlucieco.org.
Indian River State College Summer Band Camp: Develop basic music fundamentals, techniques and appreciation of music. Indian River State College, IRSC Wynne Black Box Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., June 15-June 19. Secondary instrumental students (winds and percussion); Grades 6-12. $100. Register: (866) 792-4772; irsc.edu.
Town Square Academy of Performing Arts: Theater, technical theater, music, art, dance, performance. Tradition Square Town Hall, Port St. Lucie, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., June 22-Aug. 15. Ages 6-14. $125/week. Register: (772) 240-8713; apfa@mail.com.
True Crew Performing Arts Camp: Dance: hip-hop, ballet, lyrical, tap, jazz, modern, musical theater. Choreography. True Crew Arts and Ed., Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., June 15-Aug. 7. Ages 7 and older. $25-$125. Register: (772) 528-1113; ms.toni@truecrew.org
OUT OF AREA
Camp Victory Wilderness Challenge: Campers learn seven core values by being immersed in a three-week, overnight wilderness camp. 5450 Five Mile Ranch Road, St. Cloud. June 14-Aug. 5. Ages 7-11 first camp; ages 12-16 second camp. $400. Register: (772) 879-7181; mollyvch@aol.com.
Critter Camp, Wekiva Youth Camp: Conservation; swimming, crafts, wildlife. Wekiva Springs State Park, Apopka, 1 p.m. July 7-11 a.m. July 9. Kindergarten-second grade. $75. Register: (904) 374-4467; gluegunjan@aol.com.
Global Works: International community service programs for teens. 2342 Broadway, Boulder, Colo., June 26-Aug. 21. $1,000. Register: (303) 545-2202; info@globalworkstravel.com.
Long Lake Camp for the Arts: Performing arts and fine arts; Adirondack Park, upstate New York. 3 and 6 week sessions, June-August, ages 9 to 16. Register: (800) 767-7111; www.longlakecamp.com.
Summer arts camp; Montgomery Presbyterian Center: Bible study, worship, swimming, sailing, archery, arts and crafts. 88 S.E. 75th St., Starke. Overnight camps starting Sunday at 3:30 p.m.-Friday 5 p.m., weekly camps June 14-Aug. 7. $265-$710. Register: (352) 473-4516; montgomerycenter.org.
Rockbrook Summer Camp for Girls: Girls’ sleep-away camp in the NC mountains. ACA accredited. 4000 Greenville Highway, Brevard, all day, June 7-Aug. 13. $2,000-$4,100 per session. Register: (828) 884-6151; office@rockbrookcamp.com.
Wekiva Youth Camp: Nature camp highlighting conservation; swimming, crafts, wildlife study, photography, hiking/biking. Wekiva Springs State Park, Apopka, Sunday afternoon-Saturday morning, June 14-July 25. Third-eighth grade. $315. Register: (941) 351-1103; sueangle@comcast.net.
2009 Martin County 4-H Day Camps Schedules
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Contributed by: Lucinda Harris on 4/8/2009
Dates and Theme
June 8-12 4-H Fun Camp
June 22-26 4-H Nutrition/Cooking
June 29- July 2 4-H Eco-Camp
July 6-10 4-H Fun Camp
July 13-17 4-H Arts &Crafts
Aug. 3-7 4-H Science & Energy
Summer day Camps - Cost is $90 per child - each camp has a different theme, camps will be open to all youth, ages are 8 to 12. All day camps will be held at the Martin County Agricultural Building. The program is 9am to 3pm but arrangements can be made for 8am to 5pm care. There is a limit of 22 children per camp. 4-H is a University of Florida program. For more information and applications, please call 288-5654
Martin County 4-H
2614 SE Dixie Highway
Stuart, FL 34996
We are located at the north end of the Martin County Fairgrounds
Foreclosure help for Treasure Coast homeowners
SOURCE: http://www.cbs12.com/news/foreclosure-4718782-help-homeowners.htmlJune 17, 2009 - 1:12PMForeclosure help is on the way for badly beaten Treasure Coast homeowners. The Urban League of Palm Beach County is making special trips to Stuart to help people behind on mortgage payments. The help is coming Monday mornings at the Martin County Community Services Building downtown. Many home owners in dire straights and people feeling the foreclosure ripple effects are happy the Treasure Coast isn't forgotten. These foreclosure help sessions are by appointment only. To set one up call (561) 833-1461.
