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May 17, 2012
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Beaver County Summer Camp Guide!

Camps and activities for your kids right in our area!

Are you thinking about sending your kids to summer camp? I'm highlighting several camps in Beaver County that cover a very wide range of interests and ages:  anything from art, to business, to sports, to science, to medicine! Just click on the links to find out more!

Geneva College Boys/Girls Basketball Camps
Geneva College Softball Camp
Extended Day Services Camp
Lifesteps Early Education Center Camp
Merrick Summer Art Camp
CCBC Summer Camps
Franklin Center Camps

Some camps offer discounts to Mac Kid readers, and several are even FREE ...

Pittsburgh PA Motor Speedway

Win 2 tickets!

For affordable family fun in the spring and summer, check out all the races at the Pittsburgh PA's Motor Speedway.  It is located in Imperial right off 22 30 (very close to Beaver County!) They race every Saturday night from April though September.

In addition to Macaroni Kid night, there are some VERY cool upcoming nights at the PPMS.  June 9th is Bad Habit Monster Truck night !!!

Want to win 2 tickets to check it out?? Here is how:

To win 2 tickets, just leave a comment below with ...

Girls Only – The Secret Comedy of Women

Win 4 tickets to this show!!

Win 4 tickets to see Girls Only--The Secret Comedy of Women which runs May 23 - September 2 from Beaver Valley Mac Kid!
Rules:  1. Leave a comment below. 2. For an extra entry, like the Pittsburgh CLO's Facebook page AND tell them that Mac Kid sent you!  You must be a Beaver Valley Macaroni Kid subscriber. If you're not, just leave a comment below and I'll sign you up! You must be 18 years of age or over. Winner will be chosen on May 23 and will ...


Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival

May 16- 20 2012 PACKED WITH FUN

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  presents the 26th annual Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival, Wednesday, May 16, through Sunday, May 20, 2012, at the University of Pittsburgh Theaters and Schenley Plaza. Programming will showcase international and local theater premieres, including a brand new interactive luminarium installation on the festival grounds. Giant Eagle is the lead sponsor of the 2012 Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival.

For information and tickets, visit the Box Office at Theater Square, pghkids.org or call 412-456-6666. Ticket packages are available.  Groups of 10 or more, call 412-471-6930 ...

End-of-School-Year Teacher Gift Ideas!

Need ideas for your child's teacher?

Before I had my son, I was a teacher; I taught pre-k, kindergarten, and third grade over a five-year period. Throughout my years in the classroom, I had a few favorite gift items that would come my way each year. The most important thing to remember is that gifts do not need to cost a lot, they just need to be from the heart.

Check out your child's classroom for clues. Is there a prominent color the teacher signs with? Does she always have a Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper ...

The JBF Sale is Here!

Shopping pass coupon just for Mac Kid readers!

The Just Between Friends Spring/Summer Children's & Maternity Consignment event kicks off on May 18, with an exclusive pre-sale for volunteers, consignors, first-time parents, foster parents, military families and teachers on Thursday, May 17!

What: JBF Pittsburgh Children's & Maternity Spring/Summer Sale
When: Fri., May 18: 9am-7pm; Sat., May 19: 8am-4pm (NEW Merchandise!) & Sun., May 20: 8am-2pm (Many items 50%).
Where: RMU Island Sports Center in the Golf Dome, 7600 Grand Ave., Pittsburgh 15225
Admission: $3 on Friday from 9 a.m. to noon (under 18 is free ...

Touch-a-Truck Is May 19!

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Come and see Mac Kid!

Big Trucks and Kids Become Friends at the 5th Annual Touch-a-Truck Event

 

WHAT: The Junior League of Pittsburgh will host its fifth annual Touch-a-Truck event, a one of a kind, educational, and fun family festival.

The event gives children of all ages the opportunity to explore heavy machinery and meet the people who build, protect, and serve the Pittsburgh region. Let your kids get behind the wheel, honk the horns and meet the men and women who drive the trucks.

WHO: Everyone is welcome to attend. Please contact the ...


Egg Muffin Scrambles

My kids LOVE eggs! But do I want to make them every single morning? Nope! So I threw something together a few weeks ago and they were a huge hit! AND I can make a whole pan of them and have several breakfasts and even a quick lunch or dinner, if I want!

What you need:

8 eggs
Cooked bacon, sausage, ham or turkey
Broccoli
Shredded cheddar cheese
Cooking spray
12 count muffin pan

Spray your muffin pans. I had some leftover bacon and broccoli so I put a little ...

One Sweet Cookie -- A Review!

Just one word: Yum!!

My son's Communion was last week, and when I started planning the party, I knew two things: I wanted to have a nice cake. And I didn't want to bake it.

One Sweet Cookie to the rescue!

One Sweet Cookie is a home business owned and operated by Michelle Maseth in Beaver County. Michelle makes AMAZING custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies, cut-outs, cake pops, and party favors for all of your special occasions!

I asked Michelle to make a cake in the shape of a cross that would be ...

This Week's Picks:

May 16th through May 19th

Wednesday, May 16 through Sunday, May 20 - Pittsburgh International Children's Festival

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents the 26th anniversary of the Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival. Programming will showcase international and local theater premieres, including a brand new interactive luminarium installation on the festival grounds.
Where: Oakland
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: Ticket prices vary and are available at http://www.pghkids.org/
For more info: http://www.pghkids.org/
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Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - Nationality Days

A traditional festival celebrating the ethnic pride of our melting pot community. Numerous ethnic performances of song and dance. The streets are filled with great ethnic food, crafts of all kinds and games for children of all ages. There's a parade Saturday at noon.
Where: Merchant Street, 4th to 8th Street, Ambridge
When: Times vary by date
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: free
For more info: *
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Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - JBF Consignment Sale

In addition to having fun and shopping, JBF helps moms and dads across the Pittsburgh area make money on their children’s outgrown and unused items, so that they are able to purchase what they need at greatly discounted prices.
Where: RMU Island Sports Center Golf Dome, on Neville Island (located just off I-79)
When: times vary by date, check their website
Who: Anyone who wants to save money or make money!
How: Check out their website for details on how to sell your items and how to shop early! http://pittsburghnorth.jbfsale.com/pages/home
Cost: Make money or save money!
For more info: http://pittsburghnorth.jbfsale.com/pages/home
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Touch a Truck

Come on down and climb on and honk the horns of your favorite trucks!  Food and additional entertainment will be available as well.
Where: Strip District...parking lot of 15th and Smallman
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone who loves trucks!
How: *
Cost: $5.00 a person 12 months and older at the door or $4 online ...parking is free
For more info: lick here
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - 2012 Relay for Life in Hopewell

Join this annual Relay for Life event! Entertainment, carnival games, bounce house and sumo wrestling!
Where: Hopewell Community Park
When: 10:00 AM (starts at 10 a.m. Saturday morning and ends at 8 a.m. Sunday morning)
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: Carnival games will be open on Saturday from 11:00am-7:00pm. The Bounce House and Sumo Wrestling will only be open from 11:00am-5:00pm. http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=37309
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Pennsylvania Motor Speedway

Monster Mania!!!  Super Sprints, Big Block Modifieds, Super Late Models,
Pro-Lates, E-mods & Cadets....Call to confirm times and pricing please.
Where: 180 Kelso Road
McDonald, PA 15057
Office Phone, Monday – Friday 412-279-RACE
Race Day Phone, 724-695-0393 or 724-695-3363
When: 7:00 PM (Gates open at 5, racing begins at 7:00pm)
Who: Anyone who loves racing!
How: *
Cost: Adults $13, Seniors 60+ $ 12 Juniors 13 -16 $9, Children 7-12 $5, Under 7 FREE
For more info: For more information click here.
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Star Party with Beaver Valley Space Sciences Interest Group

Star party at the Brady's Run Ball Fields! Bring your own telescopes or you can use someone else's. This is a make-up star session since it was too cloudy for the May 12 session.
Where: Brady's Run Ball Fields
When: 8:30 PM - 11:59 PM (starts at dusk)
Who: everyone
How: If it's too cloudy, it will be cancelled.
Cost: free
For more info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beaver-Valley-Space-Sciences-Interest-Group/111271978443
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This Week's Calendar:

May 17th through May 23rd

Thursday, May 17 through Thursday, May 17 - Babygarten Story Time

Stories and songs for babies up to 18 months. May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Where: B.F. Jones Library, Aliquippa
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Babies up to 18 months and their caregivers
How: *
Cost: free
For more info: Please register by calling 724-375-2900 ext. 106
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Thursday, May 17 through Thursday, May 17 - Preschool Story Hour at Center Express Library

Preschool story hours at Center Express Branch Library run May 3 - May 17.
Where: Center Express Branch Library, 109 Pleasant Dr, Suite 101, 15001
When: 1:30 PM
Who: Preschool age kids
How: *
Cost: free
For more info: Please register at 724-378-6227 x301
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Thursday, May 17 through Thursday, May 17 - PA One Book Every Young Child - Center

Every Family attending will receive a FREE BOOK, The PA One Book Every Young Child 2012 selection “STOP SNORING, BERNARD!” by Zachariah Ohora.
Where: Center Express Library
When: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: *
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Craft Show

Craft show with over 25 vendors and crafters. Bake sale and Chinese auction proceeds benefit All Star Cheerleading.
Where: Chippewa Fire Department
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: *
For more info: *
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Windows through History

"Windows Through History" is an award-winning "hands on" living history series for girls ages 7 to 14.  It's geared for girls to experience dancing, cooking, sewing, and a craft, as well as attend a social of the various time periods shown below. To give the session a more historical flavor, girls will be dressed in the proper period clothing straight from the closets of the William Vicary Mansion.
Where: The William Vicary Mansion
1235 3rd Ave.
Freedom, PA  15042
When: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Who: Girls 7-14
How: List of classes at http://www.bchrlf.org/Winthruhis.htm. Next classes:  March 10, April 14, May 19.
Cost: $18 per session payable in advance of each class
For more info: Call 724-775-1848 or email at: bchrlf@bchrlf.org.
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Fiddlesticks Family Concert

Spring into Summer! At 10 a.m., kids can meet PSO musicians. Show starts at 11:15 a.m., and after the show, stay to meet the Pirate Parrot!
Where: Heinz Hall
When: 10:00 AM
Who: everyone; child-friendly concert, perfect for ages 3-8http://pso.culturaldistrict.org/production/29215/spring-into-summer#tab=buy_tickets
How: *
Cost: $12-$20
For more info: http://pso.culturaldistrict.org/production/29215/spring-into-summer#tab=buy_tickets
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Spring into Summer Story Hour at Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls

Stories for preschoolers
Where: Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: For children ages 3 to 6.
How: *
Cost: Free but you must register.
For more info: Call the library at 724.846.4340 to register.
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Wildbird Recovery - Owl Program

Meet a barred owl and find out from Stacie Widenhofer what this local group is doing to help injured birds.
Where: Shelter #12 in Brady's Run Park
When: 11:00 AM
Who: everyone
How: Free Environmental Educational programs!
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information, please call the Conservation District at 724-378-1701 or visit beavercountyconservationdistrict.org.
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - FREE Venture Outdoors Festival

Come play and see why we call the Venture Outdoors Festival our "signature event!" The 2012 Festival will be held Saturday, May 19th at its permanent home in Point State Park.
Where: Point State Park
When: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: *
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.ventureoutdoors.org/Activities.aspx?id=56744
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Story Time at Chippewa Library

Come Learn about Pets during this special story time!
Where: Chippewa Library
When: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Who: preschool age
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: Please register by calling 724-847-1450.
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Monday, May 21 through Monday, May 21 - PA One Book Every Young Child - Beaver

Every Family attending will receive a FREE BOOK, The PA One Book Every Young Child 2012 selection “STOP SNORING, BERNARD!” by Zachariah Ohora.
Where: Beaver Library
When: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: *
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Tuesday, May 22 through Tuesday, May 22 - Free Tot Tuesdays at the Aviary

Children five years and younger get in free with a paying adult on Tuesdays. Join us for a special story time and activity just for little ones. Tuesdays at 10:15 am and 12 pm.

Where: The National Aviary
When: n/a
Who: Kids 5 and under are free with a paying adult
How: *
Cost: 5 and under free with paying adult
For more info: click here
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Tuesday, May 22 through Tuesday, May 22 - Summer Story Hour at B.F. Jones

Preschool story hour at B.F. Jones. Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Stories, Songs, Fingerplays, a Craft & a Snack. Runs from May 22 to June 30.
Where: B.F. Jones Library, Aliquippa
When: 11:00 AM (11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. story times on Tuesdays; 10:30 on Saturdays)
Who: Kids 6 and under
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: Please register by calling 724-375-2900, ext. 106.
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Tuesday, May 22 through Tuesday, May 22 - PA One Book Every Young Child - Ambridge

Every Family attending will receive a FREE BOOK, The PA One Book Every Young Child 2012 selection “STOP SNORING, BERNARD!” by Zachariah Ohora.
Where: Laughlin Library, Ambridge
When: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: *
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Wednesday, May 23 through Wednesday, May 23 - Ice Cream at Your Library

Stories, a craft and of course Ice Cream! All school-age children are welcome! Program is FREE, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!!
Where: B.F. Jones
When: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: All school age kids
How: *
Cost: Program is FREE, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!!
For more info: Please call 724-375-2900 x106 or stop in to register.
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Wednesday, May 23 through Wednesday, May 23 - Family Night at B.F. Jones Library

B.F. Jones offers family nights with family games! Every Wednesday night.
Where: B.F. Jones
When: 6:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: free
For more info: http://www.beaverlibraries.org/bfjones.htm
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Wednesday, May 23 through Wednesday, May 23 - PA One Book Every Young Child - Baden

Every Family attending will receive a FREE BOOK, The PA One Book Every Young Child 2012 selection “STOP SNORING, BERNARD!” by Zachariah Ohora.
Where: Baden Library
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: *
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Plan Ahead:

May 26th through June 1st

Saturday, May 26 through Sunday, May 27 - Aliquippa Community Celebration

The Aliquippa Parks & Recreation Committee presents the 4th annual Aliquippa Community Memorial Day Celebration. Classic Car Cruise, Food Vendors and Refreshments, Kids Activities and Live Music!
Where: New Shieffield area, 21st and Davidson Streets
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: free
For more info: *
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Saturday, May 26 through Saturday, May 26 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic

This Build and Grow Clinic will be making an ice cream truck!
Where: Lowe's Home Improvement in Center Township
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: It's for kids around 5 and up. Younger kids can come too, as long as the parents are willing to help them with the projects.
How: The kids will get a free apron, goggles, and a project patch. Parents stay there while the kids work on the projects.
Cost: Free
For more info: You MUST register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/.
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Saturday, May 26 through Saturday, May 26 - Pennsylvania Motor Speedway

Monster Mania!!!  Super Sprints, Big Block Modifieds, Super Late Models,
Pro-Lates, E-mods & Cadets....Call to confirm times and pricing please.
Where: 180 Kelso Road
McDonald, PA 15057
Office Phone, Monday – Friday 412-279-RACE
Race Day Phone, 724-695-0393 or 724-695-3363
When: 7:00 PM (Gates open at 5, racing begins at 7:00pm)
Who: Anyone who loves racing!
How: *
Cost: Adults $13, Seniors 60+ $ 12 Juniors 13 -16 $9, Children 7-12 $5, Under 7 FREE
For more info: For more information click here.
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Monday, May 28 through Monday, May 28 - Memorial Day Parade in Beaver

Beaver Area Heritage Foundation,3rd Street, Beaver. Parade and memorial ceremony following in the Beaver Cemetery.
Where: 3rd St, Beaver
When: 10:30 AM
Who: everyone
How: *
Cost: FREE
For more info: *
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Friday, June 1 through Friday, June 1 - Home Depot Kids Workshops

On the first Saturday of each month, the FREE Home Depot Kids Workshops offer useful projects. The June 2 project is to build an organizer--a great gift for dad!
Where: Home Depot in Chippewa
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Kids ages 5-12
How: Please call to register: 724-846-7990
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.homeimproverclub.com/kidsworkshops.aspx
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Geneva College's Boys' and Girls' Basketball Camps

$20 Discount for Mac Kid Readers!

Geneva College's Boys' and Girls' Basketball Camps

For more information, including a brochure and registration information, click here.

MAC KID DISCOUNT INFO: If you mention anywhere on your paper or online registration form that you heard about this camp from Beaver Valley Macaroni Kid, you'll get $20 off the price of your kids' camp! Yes, you heard right! So don't forget :)

Above the Hoop Basketball Camps
Above The Hoop, LLC. / Geneva College Basketball Camps are designed to help build the complete basketball player! Camp Directors: Jeff Santarsiero ...


Extended Day Services Camp

As much or as little as you want!

Extended Day Services at College Square
At College Square Elementary School (375 College Avenue in Beaver)

Click here to see the Summer Camp website!

Six different activities are offered each day, including indoor and outdoor sports, art, cooking, science, and much more! New this year: They are also offering a fun summer reading and math review tailored for each grade level to prepare students for the next school year!

Children will be grouped according to grade level, interests, and friendships. There are many on-site special days that may interest your ...

Lifesteps Early Education Center Camp

For kids of all abilities

Lifesteps Early Education Center Summer Camp

The summer camp program at Lifesteps Early Education Center offers children of all abilities continued structure throughout the summer months to ensure each child's development and daily routines go uninterrupted. This summer, each classroom will follow a "Lifesteps Neighborhood of Make Believe" theme.

All Early Education Center programs provide a family-focused curriculum, a secure building and outdoor playground, and FREE developmental screenings. 

Check out their website for more information.

When: Summer camp is offered 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. from July 9 ...

Geneva College's Softball Camp

Ages 8-15

Geneva College Summer Softball Camp

Teaching Skills Include:  Hitting Mechanics, Infield Mechanics, Outfield Mechanics, Throwing Mechanics, Catching Mechanics, Base running

Click here to learn more!

When:  June 19-22 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where:  Merriman Athletic Complex Softball Field (Geneva College)
Included:  Lunch, camp t-shirt, instruction from Geneva College coaching staff and players
Who: Ages 8-15
Cost: $100 per camper. Checks Should be made out to: Geneva College Softball
For more information contact: Van Zanic, Head Softball Coach at Geneva College
724.847.6886
vgzanic@geneva.edu

You ...

Merrick Summer Art Camp

For ages 5-12!

Merrick Summer Art Camp

Art Camp explores various art mediums and projects for children. Here's the Gallery's website.

Where:  Merrick Art Gallery, 1100 Fifth Avenue, New Brighton

When:  Monday to Thursday, June 18-21, 2012 and/or Monday to Thursday, June 25-28, 2012
The Morning Session is 9:30 a.m.-1:30  p.m. The Afternoon Session is 2 - 4 p.m.

What:  The Morning Session, for ages 5-12, offers drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and hand-built pottery. Cost for the Morning Session each week is $55 per student ...

CCBC Summer Camps

For all ages!

CCBC Summer Camps FOR ALL AGES
To Register, call 724-480-3575
For more details on camps, call 724-480-3451

Astronomy Camp CHLD07801 $129
3...2...1... Blast off!  Carnegie Science Center comes to Beaver County!  Create Martian soil, build a comet and a Hubble telescope, play planetary dodge ball, launch a rocket, and more!  You even can experience the night sky inside our blow up planetarium.  It's a star-studded camp you won't want to miss.  Ages 9-13.  12 Hours.  Mon.-Thurs., 7/23-7/26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m ...

Franklin Center

Many camps are FREE!

Franklin Center:  Four Camps!
Many are free! Look at the website for more information.

Youth Entrepreneurship Summer Camps   
Are you a teenager who’s ever thought of starting your own business? Biz Camp may be for you! The day camps include hands on activities, field trips and guest speakers focused on providing students with a solid understanding of business. At the end of the camps, you may be eligible to compete for cash awards to fund your businesses. There are two levels of the program. Bluesky Biz Camp is geared ...

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Three Rivers Paintball & Airsoft

Looking for something different to do for your special event? Look HERE!

     Tired of the Same Old Birthday Parties?
Outdoor Airsoft is the Answer

So your son or daughter is having another birthday. Tired of Chuck E. Cheese, LaserTag, roller-skating and miniature golf? Looking for something different? 

Well look no further! Give AirSoft a try for your next Junior Birthday Party! (ages 5-9)  AirSoft is a fun game played in the outdoors on a flat, grassy playing field with brightly colored, inflatable obstacles. The toy pistols can be rented or purchased, and they shoot a soft pellet that can barely be felt ...

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