A&B Dance Center • 1913 S. Glenstone • Springfield • 881-0071 www.abdancecenter.net

A&B Dance Center's summer program is called "Summer Dance Party!"

• Princess Ballet Camp: July 1-7 – Princess-themed days with ballet basics
and crafts.
• Lyrical Intensive Workshop: July 1-7 – Expressive dance technique concepts.
• Ballet Intensive Workshop: July 16-20 – Classical ballet basics and Pointe work
(for advanced dancers only).
• Contemporary Intensive Workshop: July 23-27 – Modern and other dance forms explored and developed.
• Jazz/Hip Hop Intensive Workshop: July 30-Aug 3 – Move and groove, pop and lock fun.
• Dance Fit: Weekly sessions in July – Open to all ages. Come move and get into shape in a fun way.

Contact A&B Dance Center for age placement, times, and fees. Join in the
summertime fun!

All-Star Gymnastics & Cheer • 1347 N. Ashley Drive • Nixa • 725-1304 www.allstargymandcheer.com

All-Star is offering five different theme camps this summer. Three-day camps cost
$75, but register by May 10th and save $10! Times: 9 a.m.-Noon daily. All camps include crafts, snacks, gymnastics, games and more!

• Cheerleading Camp – June 5,6,7 (Tue, W, Th) Ages Groups 4-5 years/6-8 years
/8 years and older.
• Pretty Princess Gymnastics Camp – June 11,12,13 (M, Tu, W) Ages 3-12 years
(participants will be divided based on age).
• Dinosaurs Dig Gymnastics Camp – June 26-28 (Tue,W,TH) Ages 4 and up.
• Super Scrapbooking Gymnastics Camp – July 16, 17, 18 (M,Tu, We) Ages 5 & up
(divided by age groups).
• Just Being A Kid-Games! Games! Games! – August 1, 2, 3 (W,Th,F) Ages 4
years & up (divided by age groups).

All-Star is offering two different camps related to cheerleading. Two-day
camps cost $55, but register by May 10th and save $5 on each camp.

• Tumbling I Camp – June 20 & 21 (W,TH) 9-11:30 a.m., no requirements.
• Tumbling II Camp – June 20 & 21 (W,Th), 1-3:30 p.m., must have back walkover.
• Tumbling III Camp – July 9 & 10 (M,Tu), 1-3:30 p.m., must have back handspring.
• Stunting I Camp – ages 7 years and under, July 9 & 10 (M, Tu), 9-11:30 a.m.,
no requirements.
• Stunting II Camp – ages 8 years and over, July 11 & 12 (W, Th), 9-11:30 a.m.,
no requirements.
• Stunting Camp High School – July 11, 12 (W, Th), 1-3:30 p.m., no requirements.

Ann's Center for Performing Arts • 1440 E. Lark, Ste. A – Springfield
417-881-1211 • www.annsdancers.com

• July 10-July 26: 3-week session just $12 per class.
• Tuesday 5:00 – Hiphop 1
• Tuesday 5:45-6:45 – Triple Threat Ages 4-5
• Tuesday 6:45-7:30 – Hiphop 2
• Tuesday 7:30 -8:15 – Jazz 2/3
• Thursday 5:00 – Pre K Triple Threat
• Thursday 6:00 – Hiphop 2
• Thursday 6:45 – Jazz 1/2

Private instruction will also be available during July, to schedule
contact the studio by calling or email to annsdancers@sbcglobal.net.

B-Sew Inn Sewing & Software Center • 1602 E. Republic Rd., Ste. A
In the French Quarter Plaza • Springfield • 882-7171
www.bsewinn.com

B-Sew Inn Sewing & Software Center, the world's largest Baby Lock sewing machine retailer, is once again offering "Totally Stitchin' Sewing Camps" due to the interest in sewing, creativity and fashion prompted by popular reality shows like "Project Runway" and "Project Accessory." Girls and guys ages 9 and older will learn the basics of sewing while stitching their own projects.

Camps will run for two weeks, July 9-13 and 16-20. Morning sessions, 9 a.m.-Noon
for guys and girls, ages 9-12; afternoon session, 2-5 p.m. ages 13-18. For more information or to sign up, please contact the store today, availability is limited!

The Baby Signs Program® • 417-300-2752
www.babysignsprogram.com/withchristi

Sign, Say, & Play™ Class is a six-week series-offering parents and babies a fun environment for learning all the basics of signing! The combination of rich classroom experience and the proper tools for learning at home give you and your baby a great start in a loving and supportive way. For children ages six-months to three years and the parents/caregivers who love them. Price includes the Sign, Say & Play™ Kit,
which includes eight Baby Signs® Resources to make signing at home fun and easy! Mention their Kids Direcctory ad for discounts. Ask about hosting this or other classes at your house or business for even more discounts! Want to hop aboard the
"Potty Train," or enjoy one-time or monthly classes? To find out about upcoming classes, contact R. Christi Eads MS CCC SLP, ICI, 417-300-2752,
http://www.babysignsprogram.com/withchristi.

Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services • 417-714-4880
www.clubztutoring.com/a2z

Don't waste the summer getting behind academically! Keep the momentum going
with summer tutoring with Club Z! Affordable one on one tutoring in your home.
Highly qualified educators will help your child achieve success and will help escape
the summer boredom with highly interactive tutoring and learning services!

CoxHealth Athletic Advantage Performance Camps • Aurora, Monett, Mt. Vernon 417/236-2480 • Nixa, Springfield, Willard 417/269-5530 www.coxhealth.com/sportcamps

Athletes in grades 5-12 can attend an Athletic Advantage performance camp to
learn how to improve strength, speed and agility, and techniques for preventing sports-related injuries. Participants will receive personal instruction in: proper
running mechanics and techniques; footwork and agility; effective warm-up,
post work and flexibility exercises; proper lifting techniques; sport-specific speed, power and agility drills; safety and injury prevention; and how nutrition and exercise impacts performance. Camps held in June and July. Visit coxhealth.com/sportcamps
for details.

Credo Dance Academy • 931 S. Kickapoo • Springfield • 496-9537
www.credodance.com

Restoring the art of dance for the Glory of God is the mission of Credo Dance.
Summer programs include the following:

• Growing Little Ladies - teaching excellence, elegance, and etiquette through ballet and timeless principles. June 11-15 for ages 4-10.
• Summer Classes: (ages 3-adult) Like Credo's regular classes, but in the summer! Classes will meet Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday during these sessions:
Session 1 - June 12-28 • Session 2 - July 10-26.

Cub Creek Science Camp • Overnight Camp in Rolla, Missouri • 573-458-2125 www.MyAnimalCamp.com

Feed a sloth, walk a llama, hold a baby kangaroo, pet a porcupine (very carefully,
of course), launch rockets, explore a cave, make candy and crafts and even solve
a crime. Very modern facility with beautiful air-conditioned cabins, great food and caring staff. Cub Creek Science Camp offers the only overnight animal camp in the country. With more than 100 activities kids and teens love, including Adopt an
Animal and Jr Vet. Visit their website to see why. ACA accredited.

Dickerson Park Zoo • 1401 W. Norton Rd. • Springfield • 833-1570 www.dickersonparkzoo.org

ZEBRA programs include age-appropriate hands-on activities and up-close visits
with animals for children age 2 through 7th grade. Programs are offered on weekdays and weekends in June, July and early August.

• One-dayand multi-week sessions for Zoo Tots (ages 2 and 3 with an adult).
• One- and two-day programs for Pre-K and Kindergarten-1st grade.
• Three-day programs for 2nd-3rd grades.
• Four-day programs for students in 4th-6th grades.

Fees vary by age and session length. Registration is required for all programs;
sessions often fill quickly.

Discovery Center of Springfield • 438 E St. Louis St. • Springfield, MO • 862-9910 www.discoverycenter.org

Check out Discovery Center of Springfield for an action-packed summer of science! Each day will be overflowing with experiments, activities, learning adventures and FUN! Investigate animals, dissect something, make a new discovery, meet new friends, all within the walls of Discovery Center of Springfield! Join the fun—and have LOTS of ideas for your next "What I did this summer" essay when school starts back up. Four full days of fantastic summer science adventures.

Ages 4 through 5th grade, plus two workshops specially-designed for science learners entering grades 6 and up. Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Thursday (pre-k classes 9 a.m.-noon).

DiVentures Scuba & Swim Center • 5601 S. Campbell Street in Springfield
883-5151 • www.diventures.net

This summer send your kids on an aquatic adventure! DiVentures offers summer programs for a variety of ages and skill levels.

• Swim lessons (ages 6 months to 14 years): Learn to swim or improve stroke
technique. Our swim lessons feature small class sizes and caring, certified
swim teachers.
• Aqua Rangers (ages 6-10 years): This class includes swimming, water safety
and snorkeling instruction. Perfect for kids looking for water activities beyond
swim lessons.
• Scuba Rangers (ages 7-12 years): Calling all adventure seekers! Kids will master
fun aquatic challenges underwater while learning cool facts about the ocean and
how to scuba dive!

Drury Center for Gifted Education • Drury University in Springfield
900 N. Benton Ave, Lay Hall 103 • 417-873-7386 www.drury.edu/giftededucation

2012 Summer Programs: Drury University and Springfield Public Schools work
together to sponsor a summer experience for gifted students. For grades
pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and 1st grade, this experience is Summer
Pals; for grades 2-5, Summer Quest; for grades 6-8, Summerscape; for grades
9-11, Drury Leadership Academy. For more info, contact Mary Potthoff,
director by phone 873-7386 or email mpotthof@drury.edu. Brochures for 2012
will be ready in February on-line or call to be placed on the mailing list.

• Summer Pals/Summer Quest – June 18-29
Drury University and Springfield Public Schools work together to sponsor a
summer experience for gifted students. For grades pre-kindergarten (must
turn 5 by August 1, 2012), kindergarten and grades 1, this experience is
Summer Pals; for grades 2-5, Summer Quest. Classes for Summer Pals will
meet from 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Weller Elementary. Classes for Summer Quest
will meet from 8:15 - 11:15 a.m. at Phelps Center for the Gifted.

• Summerscape – July 15-26
Summerscape is designed for intellectually gifted students who have
completed grades 6-8. Courses are selected and planned to provide an
academic challenge and creative experiences. Hands-on experiences, field
trips, and the opportunity to interact with international students are key
components of Summerscape. Students opting to live on campus will be
housed in dormitories at Drury University.

• Drury Leadership Academy – July 15-26
The Drury Leadership Academy is a program for high-achieving high school
students who have completed grades 9-11. Courses are available in
leadership, science, philosophy and humanities. Students may take two
courses. In addition to academic endeavors, the Drury Leadership Academy is
designed to provide appropriate cultural and recreational activities with
emphasis on leadership skills and leadership for the future. Drury
Leadership Academy students may enroll for one hour college credit (at no
additional cost) per class taken. Students opting to live on campus will
be housed in dormitories at Drury University.

Dynamics Gymnastics • 2100 E. Pythian • Springfield • 890-0946
www.dynamics-gymnastics.com

Dynamics will offer camps throughout the summer for ages 5 and up. All camps will
be at their Pythian location.

• Week 1 – June 4-8 – Gymnastics Camp
• Week 2 – June 11-15 – Stunt/Tumble/Cheer Camp
• Week 3 – June 18-22 – Tumbling Camp
• Week 4 – June 25-29 – Fun & Fitness Camp
• Week 6 – July 9-13 – Gymnastics Camp
• Week 7 – July 16-20 – Tumbling Camp
• Week 8 – July 23-27 – Sports Extravaganza
• Week 9 – July 30-Aug. 3 – Olympic Camp

Camps are Monday-Friday. 8 a.m.-Noon. $100 per camp. Extended Camps are
Monday-Friday. 1-5 p.m. $60 per week. $160 per week for camp and extended
camp. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Bring sack lunch. Early Bird Discount – 20% off all camp
sign-ups before April 1st Sign-up after April 1st: Multiple child and multiple camp discounts available. Call Dynamics Gymnastics for more information or to sign-up
for summer camps.

The Goddard School • 2238 W. Kingsley Street • Springfield • 886-6464 www.goddardschool.com

Beyond summer camp: The Goddard School's summer program blends fun, adventure and learning for your child's best summer yet. Delight your child with unique summer program activities where play and educational opportunities abound. Program combines songs, stories, exploration, physical activities and learning adventures in
a safe, nurturing environment. Science and nature, arts and crafts, manners, computers and technology, literature and language, music and movement, sports and games, cooking and drama bring learning to life. This summer's theme, "Leap Into
Literature," will feature seven children's book authors, with each 'chapter' exploring several books in fun new ways.

Older children will take part in our exclusive Kindergarten Prep Program, field trips
and weekly swimming!

Harman's ATA Martial Arts • 1440 W. Republic Rd., #140 • Springfield • 889-9312 www.ataspringfield.com

Let your kids have the time of their lives without them knowing they are getting in shape, improving their memory and focus, along with developing leadership skills. YOU and they will not be disappointed. Come in now and get early bird discounts. Weekly sessions all summer long are still available. Call ATA Martial Arts for camp details and to register your child. Look forward to an awesome summer!

Hollywood Theaters College Station Stadium 14 • Corner of W. College and Campbell Avenue • 779-FILM (3456) – www.gohollywood.com

Hollywood's free family summer movies return to Mondays starting June 4. Be at the theater early the day of the show to get your free tickets, as space is limited. And if you have summer birthdays in your family, consider celebrating your "movie star's" birthday ... Hollywood style. Experience the VIP treatment when you book your birthday for 10 or more people. With plenty of free parking directly across the street from the theater, Hollywood Theaters has party spaces from 10–290+! Hollywood supplies the space, movie, popcorn, soda and movie theater treats … you supply the cake and bring the guests! Parties are booked on a per head basis. Hollywood
requests that all parties are booked at least 10 days in advance of the party date. All requests can be made directly at the theater or by calling 417.799.3457.

Libby Ferguson Training Center • 3850 E. Applehill Lane • Springfield
888-0845 or 894-8221 • www.libbyfergusonhorsetraining.com

Libby has a whole summer of full-day horseback riding camps! Day camps are
9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m featuring riding classes twice each day, as well as thorough training in general horse care. Enhancing the academics with games, prizes, snacks and lots of horse-crazy crafts, each camper's day is filled to the brim!

• Spring Break Camps, March 12-16 and 19-23.
• Summer Day Camps: June 4-8, 18-22 and 25-29. July 9-13, 16-20 and July 30-August 3 and August 6-10.

Little Spanish Playschool LLC • 417-773-6783
www.littlespanishplayschool.com

Can't travel to Costa Rica or Mexico this summer to learn Spanish? Don't
worry! Little Spanish Playschool offers Spanish immersion classes and day
camps all summer long. Classes for children of all ages – from babies to
tweens. Visit their website to find a class near you.

Martial Arts USA • 2121 W. Republic Rd. in Springfield • 886-3331 www.martialartsusa.net

This summer, instead of hearing your kids complain about how bored they
are, enrich their lives with Martial Arts USA Karate Summer Camp. The
full-time instructional staff is committed to making sure your child has a
fun and safe summer. Weekly camps run June 1-August 20.

Noah's Art Children's Art Center • 2742 S. Campbell Ave. • Springfield
(behind the Andy's Frozen Custard near Sunset) • 889-2779
www.noahs-art.com

Art Camp! Noah's Art has a full schedule of summer activities for children
ages 2-15!

• Camps run M-Th every week between June 4th through August 10th
for children ages 3-11, with new curriculum each week! Themes include Sculpture, Playing with Paint, Art Around the World, Clay Creations, and many more.
• One-day mini camps will be offered every Friday! All camps include many fun, age-appropriate projects, games, story time and a snack.
• If camps don't fit into your schedule, we have weekly classes, as well, for children
ages 2-15. The summer class schedule is broken down into two, 5-week sessions to fit any busy summer.

See our website for full summer schedule and pricing, or call for more info.

Ozarks Regional YMCA
www.orymca.org

Summer Day Camp (kids entering grades k-5). Each exciting week is programmed
with activities and field trips based on a particular theme. Kids will get to enjoy
indoor and outdoor swimming, skating and lots of other fun field trips and guest speakers.

• TRAILBLAZERS (Grades 2-5 in the spring of 2012)
At the heart of the Camp Wakonda experience is found each close knit group of campers who, with their counselor, carry out a large variety of activities. Each day
from Sunday afternoon until Friday evening is filled with challenges and adventures
that give unique opportunities to kids in a traditional camp environment. Younger
and older campers will be in separate groups. The week starts with great activities
to build the group including: archery and bb guns, arts and crafts, nature programs, fishing and riding a sled down our extreme in-the-dark hill slide "mole run." We'll
have great water activities like creek walks, swimming and a water war. Highlights
of the week include: inflatable carnival, ropes course activities and campfire
programs. Dates: June 17-22, July 8-13, July 22-27 and July 29-Aug. 3.

• OUTBACK (Currently in Grades 6-9)
Designed for the older camper, the Outback program takes camp activities to the
next level. Many times, camp is a place that lifelong friendships begin. Sunday afternoon through Friday evening includes a wide variety of group activities from swimming and creek walks, climbing tower, 300-foot zip line and many choices of traditional camp activities. Special events will fill the week such as Capture the
Flag and campfire programs. Great times to remember will include a half-day
canoeing adventure, horseback riding and "mole run." Dates: June 24-29 and
July 15-20.

Paint Among Friends • 3211 S. Scenic Ave., Ste. A • Springfield • 258-7767
www.paintamongfriends.com

Enjoy the joy of painting! Join us this summer for any of our weekend offerings!
You may check our website schedule each month beginning in May to view our
variety of paintings. Class times, art, snacks, and costs will be listed a month in advance. A professional artist will take you step-by-step to help you create your
own unique masterpiece! All art supplies will be provided including your canvas,
apron, brushes, and acrylic paints. You will learn how to draw 3D, mix colors and shade objects. Some classes will be suitable just for children, teens, or family-oriented. You will have a blast painting and will want to plan on attending several sessions! You may register directly online or call the studio.

Pellegrino's School of Music & Art • 1269 East Republic Rd. • Springfield
887-2800 • www.schoolofmusicandart.com

Summer is hot – so come in and cool off at Pellegrino's School of Music and Art
with our summer programs. Maybe you are needing to brush up on your skills
while school is out, want to start up something new this summer or just have a
ton of fun. Pellegrino's is the place to be. At Pellegrino's we offer summer music
and art lessons - private and group, band programs, theatrical choir, Free jams, theatrical choir workshops, pre-school art and music, advanced art classes with
prep for college and many more fun things. Like them on Facebook and Twitter to
keep up to date on Summer concerts, art gallery showings and summer activities.

Rick Grayson Golf • Betty Allison Family Golf Center at Oscar Blom
1825 E. Norton Rd. • Springfield • 823-7888
www.rickgraysongolf.com

If the golf bug has bitten your kids or you think they might want to learn to play the greatest game of all, Rick Grayson Golf has got some fun golf camps for you! Each camp is directed by Rick Grayson, who has been voted the Mid-West Section PGA Junior golf leader for the last four years. Each camp is different and is fun and entertaining for the kids.

• Snag golf (age5-10) is for the junior who has never played much golf. At Snag, they
provide the balls and clubs for the juniors, as well as rules and a fun coloring book. This is the ONLY way to start your kids on golf.
• Another great camp is the USGA-LPGA Girls Camp (sorry, no boys). The girls will
have fun and meet friends to play golf with. Ages are 7-17 years. This one is a
blast and the girls will love it.
• If your junior is playing and wants to improve, the Rick Grayson Youth Camp is a sure-fire way to improve his or her game. The juniors receive a rules book, golf towel and a DVD of his or her swing so they canwork on their game after the class is over. You will need to see the cool game and you won't believe your eyes when you see Golfzilla. Rick has been conducting junior golf camps for more than 10 years.

Don't forget the Birthday parties at the Betty Allison at Rivercut and the Betty Allison at Oscar Blom.

Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park • 3825 West Farm Road 146 • Springfield
837-5949 • www.parkboard.org/rutledge_wilson

Rutledge-Wilson Farm offers a number of fun summer camps for children ages
4 to 12 years old.

• "Barnyard Adventures" – Welcome all budding animal lovers! Discover how
special farm animals can be through lessons, activities, and animal interactions.
Age 4-5 years, dates May 21-25, 9 a.m.-Noon, fee $35.

• "Growing up Farm" – Have you ever been into the big red barn here at
Rutledge-Wilson Farm? Now is your chance to get to know the animals and
what they do on the farm. Age 4-5 years, dates June 4-8, 9 a.m.-Noon, fee $35.

• "Happy Trails" – Howdy partner! Learn all about the cowboy way of life as
we hit the trail on this summer adventure. We will see why horses are
important and what makes them so special through lessons, games, and animal
interactions. Age 6-8 years, dates June 18-22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., fee $65.

• "Green Thumbs" – It's the perfect time of year to get outside and plant a
garden. Campers will test out their "green thumbs" as well as learn how
plants grow and where their food comes from through hands-on experiences,
games, and crafts. Age 6-8 years, dates June 25-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., fee $65.

• "Future Farmers" – Dream of living "down on the farm?" Come and try it out
at Rutledge-Wilson Farm! We will see how farmers live from day to day and
the impact it has on our environment. Age 6-8 years, dates July 9-13, 9
a.m.-3 p.m., fee $65.

• "Best in Show" – Farmers display their best animals in shows at fairs.
Campers will discover how rewarding it is to train, prepare, and show an
animal. They will also learn how important farms are in our everyday lives.
Ages 9-12 years, dates August 6-10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., fee $65.

Sac River Stables, L.L.C • 5798 North Farm Rd 125 • Springfield
742-4200 (Phone & Fax) • info@sacriverstables.com
www.sacriverstables.com

Spiritual growth and horsemanship educational fun for ages Kindergarten and up. Spring Break Wrangler Worship Day Camps are supervised by CHA Certified
Instructors at a CHA Accredited indoor and outdoor riding facility using well-trained horses. Campers will be instructed on topics including safety while working around
and riding horses, horse care and management, veterinary procedures, feeds and feeding, tack and other equipment, grooming, saddling, bridling, horsemanship,
equitation, along with daily devotions and praise songs. Lessons will be taught in
an indoor arena while mounted/unmounted and inside anair-conditioned classroom. Horses, tack, helmets, and any equipment needed for riding and Bible class materials provided. Family discounts available. Spaces limited, so register quickly. Day camp hours 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Campers will need to bring lunch and drink daily. Just $45 per day or $200 per 5-day week. 2012 Spring Break Camp Dates: March 12-16 and 19-23.

Summer day camp dates will be announced in the March Kids Directory. Check their web site for summer camp dates.

Second Baptist Church • Summer Arts Festival 2012
3111 E. Battlefield Rd. • Springfield • 887-3111 • www.secondbaptist.org

Create, discover, explore and more at the 10th Annual Summer Arts Festival
at Second Baptist Church, Wednesday evenings from June 6-August 1! Choose
from more than 20 electives! From music, painting, carving and dance to photography and jewelry making, there's something for everyone! Registration begins in early May, online at www.secondbaptist.org. Open to kids 5 years old on 8/1/12 through completed 5th grade. Small tuition fee, scholarships available!

Springfield Ballet • 411 N. Sherman Parkway • Springfield • 862-1343 www.springfieldballet.org

Springfield Ballet presents a number of summer programs for various ages.

• Fairy Tale Ballet Camp (ages 3-5), June 11-15, 9 a.m.-Noon.
• Prince & Princess Ballet Camp (ages 5-8), June 11-15, 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Level One Intensive (approx. ages 7-12 by placement), June 4-8, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Level Two Intensive (approx. ages 9-17 by placement), July 30-Aug. 3, 9 a.m. to
4 p.m.
• Level Three Intensive (approx. ages 12 and up by placement), July 30-Aug. 3,
9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Summer 2012 6-week session, June 18-July 26, times TBD. For more info, call
or visit the website. Schedule subject to change.

Springfield-Greene County Park Board • 417-837-5737 • Springfield
www.parkboard.org/sparc

SPARC (Schools Park Are Reaching Communities) Summer Day Camps. Always kid
fun and parent friendly! SPARC Summer Day Camps run weekly June through August. Open to boys and girls ages 5-14. Available in 12 different locations with the best hours! Drop off as early as 7 a.m. and pick up as late at 6 p.m. at select locations. Campers will enjoy swimming, hiking, fishing, bowling, roller skating, arts & crafts
and outdoor adventures, just to name a few. Join the Park Board Team for a safe summer full of fun!

Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics Center • 529 S. Cavalier • 864-6869
www.springfieldgymnastics-aquatics.com

SGAC Awesome Adventure Camps for ages: 3-5 years, 9 a.m.-Noon. Cost: $65.
Snack provided. All camps include swimming, gymnastics, and horseback riding!

• Pirate Adventure: June 4-7. Ahoy Matey! The Jolly Roger is atop the mast
and campers are looking for buried treasure. Come sail the seas at SGAC.
Just watch out or you'll have to walk the plank!
• Fairytale Fantasy: June 18-21. Once upon a time at SGAC beautiful maidens
and brave knights played the day away. They rode a trusty steed and even swam in the moat. And they all played happily ever after!
• Superhero Camp: July 9-12. It's a bird. It's a plane. No it's superhero camp! Is your little marvel The Man of Steel or the Amazon Princess? Campers use their super human powers to help save the world at SGAC Superhero Camp.
• Amazing Activities: July 30-August 2. Non-stop action! Tons of excitement! Sound good? SGAC Amazing Activities Camp is filled to the top with gymnastics, swimming, horseback riding and more!
• Digging For Dinosaurs: August 13-16. Who were those massive creatures that
ruled the Earth millions of years ago? Dinosaurs! SGAC campers become young archaeologists as they step back in time!

2011 Gymnastic Day Camps for school age kids, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $110.
Bring snack and lunch. Activities include gymnastics, swimming, horseback riding,
zip line, arts & crafts, disco party and more. Register and pay before May 31 and receive a $5 discount on any camp!

• Camp I: June 11-14
• Camp II: June 25-28
• Camp III: July 16-19
• Camp IV: August 6-9

Springfield School of Dance • 3833 S. Campbell • 887-3145
www.thespringfieldschoolofdance.com

Springfield School of Dance will again offer summer dance classes during two,
3-week dance sessions. Classes include pre-school dance, ballet, tap, jazz,pointe, audition and choreography. Secondsession also offers preparatory classes for the Cecchetti National Ballet Exams. A special, one-week "Princess" dance camp will be available mornings for ages 3-5, mornings.

Springfield School of Dance has won the News-Leader's Best of the Ozarks category for dance studio six years in a row! Call 887-3145 for complete summer brochure and registration card or visit the studio's website.

Springfield Music • 3100 S. Fremont • Springfield • 417-881-1373
www.springfield-music.com

For the aspiring rock star in your life, Springfield Music has music camps! Age and experience specific, Rock Camp and Rock Camp -"Opening Acts!" are offered in
one- and two-week-long sessions. Campers form a real band, choose a band name, write their own music, pose for a band photo shoot and conclude with a live performance! Your little ones will love Kids Camp: A week long introduction to
musical instruments, rhythm games, crafts, "musical petting zoo" and even time for snacks! Summer programs are open to kids age 3-17 years. Visit website or call
(417) 881-1373 for info and dates.

University Heights Baptist Church • Corner of Grand & National • Springfield
862-0789 • www.uhbc.org

• VBS and Day Camp July 9-13. "The Sky's the Limit" VBS is FREE, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. •"Soar through the Clouds" Day Camp, 12:30-5:30 p.m. daily."Soar through the Clouds" is low-cost, afternoon day camp experience for children who have completed Kindergarten-5th Grade in the 2011-12 school year.

Registration is required. Pre-registration opens March 1 and closes June 15. Children should bring a sack lunch with them each day. More info available at uhbc.org.

Village Pottery Cafe • 210 N. Walnut • Republic • 732-7272
www.villagepotterycafe.com

• Three one-week camps to choose from this summer! Lots and lots of arts & crafts projects – too many to list. Camps are Monday-Friday, 9-11 a.m. and cost $150.
Camp dates: June 18-22, July 16-20 and July 23-27. For ages 5 years and up.
• Also for the little ones, Storytime for Tots every Tuesday in June, July and August,
9:30-10:30 a.m.

Call or check out the website for more info.

Wesley United Methodist Church • Journeys of Faith/Kids of Creation
922 W. Republic Rd. • Springfield • 417-883-1021, ext. 128
www.wesleymethodist.com

Come enjoy a God-filled summer at Wesley's Journeys of Faith Summer Camps. Camps will meet Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. each week with the opportunity to attend extended care before and after camp – 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. for an additional fee. Campers can sign up for one week or the whole summer. The excitement begins June 4, with Vacation Bible School and continues all summer long! Camps include field trips, science experiments, faith challenges, mission work, music, art and lots of outdoor summer play (sometimes with water!) – all centered around learning about God's love for us!

Children in Pre-K (4 years old by Aug. 1) up to entering 6th grade are invited. Care is also available for children 6 weeks to 4 years in our Kids of Creation extended care program. Enrollment opens March 1. More info, call office or visit their website.