Boss not nice enough to let you off work every day in time to pick your camper up from Woods at 4:00 p.m.?  What's THAT about?  Did someone forget to tell him/her that it's SUMMER???  We've got a solution for you: your children can hang out & chill out at our after camp team until you can pick them up!  Our staff's ability to relate well to children of all ages is proven, and they'll offer a nice relaxing time for our after-camp kids during which entertainment options will include a variety of things ranging from artistic endeavors to academic assistance. 

Cost: $50/week*

*You may also pay $10/day if you do not need after-camp care for the entire week.  Make these arrangements directly with the front office staff or by emailing: [email protected].

Campers will spend the week building, designing and decorating!  Each camper will begin with a "blank canvas", a plain empty dollhouse (covered by supply fee), which they will work away at each day; painting the walls, building furniture, creating figures and building worlds. Campers will have access to a wide array of materials including paint, air dry clay, beads, fabric and materials reclaimed and ready to be re-invented to suit their creative worlds!

Instructor: Ashley Lorusso

Ages:  5 - 10

Dates:  July 13th - 17th

Session:  II PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee:  $250

Supply Fee:  $50

Calling all makers, artists, and dragon-riders! This summer, dive deep into the immersive craft of world-building. Campers will take full creative control as Interior and Exterior Designers for their own wooden castles and residents—creatively using paint and materials to bring a legendary kingdom to life. Beyond the castle walls, the adventure continues as we craft the creatures of the realm. Campers will build detailed dragon lairs, sculpt unique dragons, and design dragon eggs protected in their nests. To complete the transformation into royalty, they’ll craft crowns, shields, and magic wands, and at the end of the week, your camper will bring home a magical world of their own making!

Instructor: Misty Peeler

Ages: 6 - 12

Dates: July 13th - 17th

Session: II PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee: $235

Supply Fee: $40

Campers will learn to sew by  making  fashionable, fun, colorful and usable tote bags, which are all the rage these days!   They will be introduced to the wonderful world of  sewing (including straight stitching and zigzag stitching), and other sewing basics. On the first day of camp, they will take a field trip to a local fabric store for a fun and informative field trip, during which they will have a tour of the store and learn about how to choose fabric, what a pattern is, and what notions are.  They will then choose their fabric for their tote bag, They will learn some sewing language and learn to make something useful for themselves or to give as a gift. If there is enough time they will also make a pouch bag with handles. The last day, campers will proudly have a show during which parents will see the campers' fabric creations!  

Instructor:  Michalina ("Mickey") Eisenberg

Ages:  7 - 12

Dates:  July 13th - 17th

Session:  II PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee:  $250

Supply Fee:  $25

Transportation Fee:  $12

Take the phrase “It isn’t rocket science” and flip it—because this camp is rocket science… and so much more! �� Perfect for curious kids who love science, building, and the thrill of a good explosion, this hands-on camp lets campers do the experiments themselves. From engineering challenges to colorful chemical reactions, every day is packed with excitement. Camp activities include:

•        Designing and launching straw, mini, stomp, and film-canister rockets

•        Engineering and flying gliders

•        Designing and building a rocket from start to finish

•        Growing crystals

•        Elephant toothpaste

•        Lava lamps

•        Magnetic slime

•        Plus many more explosive surprises!

Using simple chemical reactions, campers will explore propulsion, engineering, and chemistry through jaw-dropping explosions, color changes, and even homemade ice cream. This camp blends learning and fun into an unforgettable science adventure. Spots fill fast—sign up now and let the experiments begin!

Instructor: Denise O'Gorman

Ages:  6 - 12

Dates:  July 13th - 17th

Session:  II PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee:  $250

Supply Fee:  $30

Morehead Planetarium Fee: $20

Transportation Fee: $12

Get ready for a week of creativity, storytelling, and LEGO magic—because everything in this camp is AWESOME! Perfect for kids who love to build and create, this camp teaches the art of stop-motion animation, where LEGO creations come to life on screen. Campers will design and build their own LEGO scenes, learn how to use cameras and software to capture their stories, and dive into the process of planning, storyboarding, and editing their animated films. Along the way, they'll experiment with special effects, sound effects, and fun techniques like making mini-figures talk, dunk basketballs, or score a hole-in-one! By the end of the week, each camper will have created their very own short stop-motion film and gained the skills to continue animating LEGO videos at home. This camp is open to all experience levels—no prior animation knowledge needed!

Instructor:  Kim Moody

Ages: 6 - 12

Dates: July 13th - July 17th

Session: II PM 1:00 p.pm - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee: $250

Supply Fee: $15

Join us for an electrifying week of dance where YOU become a famous popstar! Learn high-energy choreography inspired by today's biggest music video hits, from K-pop sensations to chart-topping artists like Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter. Dancers will master funky, hip-hop style moves, practice their performance skills with lip sync routines, and build confidence on stage. The week culminates in an exciting showcase where campers perform for family and friends, complete with music video choreography and sparkly accessories. No experience necessary—just bring your energy and love of music! Perfect for kids ready to dance, shine, and have an unforgettable summer.

Instructor:  Jill Amber Chafin

Ages:  5 - 12

Dates: July 13th - 17th

Session:  II PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee:  $250

Supply Fee: $20

Have fun developing your basketball skills at Camp shooting stars! Players of all skill levels are welcomed to join us in a week of skills training, games, and scrimmages that will build your camper into a more well rounded basketball player and teammate!

Instructor:  Carmen Wood

Ages:  7 - 14

Dates:  July 13th-17th

Session:  PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee:  $250

Supply Fee:  $25

Is your child an aspiring chef? How great would it be if when you picked up your kiddo from school he/she had dinner ready for the family!? If this sounds too good to be true, it’s not! In this summer camp, your child becomes your family’s personal chef. Each time we meet, your child will prepare a FULL MEAL for a family of 4. Some things will need to be baked once home, but all the work is done. Just turn that oven on, parent! Campers will learn how to hold a knife, always cut away from one's self, and why a sharp knife is safer than a dull one. They will also learn to select the best cooking utensil for most efficient cooking. Campers will learn how to safely use a mixer, griddle, electric kettle, crock-pot, and more! Each meal will include 3-4 parts: a main course and veggie side accompanied by a 2nd side dish and/or a dessert. Meals will always have a vegetarian option. So save yourself time and mess and have your kiddo be the family chef! 

Instructor: Sara Fields

Ages:  6 - 14

Dates:  July 13th - 17th

Session:  II  PM 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fee:  $250

Supply Fee:  $25