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American Camp Association, N.E.
80 Westview St.
Lexington, MA 02421
(866) 534-2267 (CAMP)
www.acane-camps.org
Call for free Guide to Summer Camp: 2008 Resource Guide and Directory of ACA-Accredited Camps in New England. Visit website for resources on choosing camp. Also available: professional conference, workshops and resources for camp owners, directors and staff.

The Camp Experts & Teen Summers
P.O. Box 777, Sudbury, MA 01776
(203) 226-9050
www.campexperts.com
Selecting an overnight camp requires a good deal of thought. Let us help, with FREE personalized guidance, choose a program that reflects your child’s interests, needs and abilities. We’ve done the research and viewed summer programs in action. Let us share our knowledge with you.

Licenders
2071 Flatbush Avenue, P.O. Box #185
Brooklyn, NY 11234
(203) 629-LICE (5423)
www.licenders.com
At the forefront in the battle against head lice since 1996. By outsourcing your head lice screenings & treatment, we’ll guarantee your campers don’t go home with head lice. Accurate diagnoses, 100% effective treatment and crucial follow-through — all for one low fee.

Adventures in Art
Summer Programs at Creative Arts Workshop
80 Audubon St., New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 562-4927
www.creativeartsworkshop.org
Six individual weeks of art programming from June 16-July 26. 2nd-7th graders enjoy pottery and mix-media, theme-oriented arts exploration programs. Half day (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) and full day (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) options. Classes offered throughout the year. Call for current session offerings.

Art Daze at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
258 Main St., Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-4519
www.aldrichart.org
Workshops led by artists that reflect the ground-breaking direction of contemporary art. Sign up week-by-week or for all sessions. By working closely with our guest artists, children learn different ways to develop ideas and create artwork. Materials and snacks provided. 7/8-8/14.

Audubon Arts Summer Program
Audubon Theatre at Neighborhood Music School
100 Audubon St., New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 624-5189
www.nmsmusicschool.org
Open your child’s mind with fun & enriching arts experiences! Singing, drama, arts & crafts, music & performances. Ages 4 & 5: half days (5 weeks). Ages 6-11: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (5 weeks). Theatre Program: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (5+ weeks). Extended day (5:30 p.m.) option for ages 6-17.

Audubon Greenwich Summer Nature Day Camp
613 Riversville Rd., Greenwich, CT 06831
(203) 869-5272
www.greenwich.audubon.org
Ages 5-15 discover the wonders of nature through education hikes, games, crafts and much more! Week-long sessions beginning June 30. Themes include: Habitat Hoppin’, Backwoods Explorers, Twilight Investigations, Aquatic Adventures and Audubon Ecology Adventures.

Bethwood Suzuki Music School
131 Bradley Rd., Woodbridge, CT 06525
(203) 397-0863
www.bethwood.org
Group and private music lessons using the celebrated Suzuki Method. Violin, viola, cello, piano, guitar, orchestra, voice, ages 3-adult. Early Childhood Music Programs, ages 6 months-4.5 years. Family-friendly, convenient location, free and ample parking.

Camp Pelican
471 North Street, Greenwich, CT 06830
(203) 622-6654
www.pelicandaycamp.org
Family owned and operated since 1965. Campers ages 3-13 enjoy a beautiful 32-acre campus with indoor and outdoor pools. Flexible camping dates, door-to-door transportation, mature and experienced staff.

Camp Playland-Redding Campus
(203) 438-1711
Camp Playland-New Canaan Campus
(203) 966-2937
www.campplayland.com
Celebrating over 50 years of summer fun. “The day camp with the away camp atmosphere” is family owned. Finest staff, beautiful facilities. Swimming, sports, archery, nature, arts/crafts, music, drama, ropes course, tennis & more. Ages 3-12. Transportation provided.

Chase Collegiate School
565 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 236-9532
summer@chasemail.org
5 popular programs: Camp Highlander, 7-week theme-based day camp, 5-14 years; Discovery Days, 3 and 4-year olds; Academic Courses; arts and music enrichment; sports clinics; and nationally recognized Camp Invention science camp. Mix and match classes, sports clinics and camps.

Cheshire Nursery School
200 Mansion Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 272-5435
www.TheCheshireNurserySchool.com
Literacy, science, art, music and plenty of outdoor games and waterplay. Air-conditioned schoolhouse, acres of outdoor space. Director has over 35 years of experience, an all-professional staff. Four full-day, two-week sessions for 3-7 year olds. Max. enrollment 16 per session.

The Children’s Museum Summer Science Camp
950 Trout Brook Drive
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 231-2830, ext. 44
www.thechildrensmuseumct.org
Ignite your child’s curiosity through science and nature. Programs of themed science investigations feature live animals, astronomy workshops, Science Dome shows, museum exploration, games, crafts. For grades 1-6, sessions run July 7-August 22. PreK-K program is also available.

Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Arts Conservatory
333 Christian Street
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 697-2423
www.choate.edu
A rare opportunity for students to grow as artists in three areas of concentration: acting and musical theater, playwriting and screenwriting, and visual arts. Grades 7-12; June 29-August 1.

Connecticut Yankee Council Cub Scout Day Camp
P.O. Box 32, Milford, CT 06460
(203) 876-6868, ext. 286
www.ctyankee.org
Boys in grades 1-5 (as of Sept. ‘08) participate in archery, sports, crafts, Scout skills, nature and more. Offered in six locations (1 week at each) July 7-August 15. Wallingford, New Haven, Milford, Trumbull, Redding and Greenwich. Camp hours are 9-4, Monday-Friday.

Creative Summer at the Mead School
1095 Riverbank Rd., Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 595-9500
www.meadschool.org
Four-week session centered around performing and visual arts. Musical theater, drawing, movement, painting, design, dance, video, drama, creative writing & film making. Culminates with arts celebration. Monday to Friday 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; June 30-July 25.

Crystal Theatre
12 June Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 847-4850
www.crystaltheatre.org
Summer theatre camps at our air-conditioned theater located in South Norwalk. Four different camps to choose from for different ages.

Curtain Call, Inc. Summer Stock Programs
1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 329-8207, ext. 16
www.curtaincallinc.com
Summer Stock Workshops offer fun & intensive creative development in the performing arts. Students ages 6-16 will develop skills in acting, singing, dancing, basic stage craft & theatre production in age-appropriate groups. Programs culminate in a free performance for the family.

Cybercamps Academy at St. Joseph College
(888) 904-2267
www.cybercamps.com
The nation’s largest summer technology program for kids ages 10-17. Utilizes research-proven methodology and curriculum to teach game design, computer programming, web design, robotics, 3D programming and more. Integrates 21st century skill training, team building and fun.

The Discovery Museum
4450 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 372-3521 ext. 121
www.discoverymuseum.org
Explore & discover new works (ages 10-14); add a new look through cool home styles & fashion with a math & science twist (ages 8-12); get elbows-deep in science with Summer Science Showcase (ages 7-9); grow your imagination through varied creative arts & science with Wondertots (ages 5-6).

Eagle Hill School
45 Glenville Road
Greenwich, CT 06831
(203) 622-9240
www.eaglehillschool.org
Remedial and Study Skills programs designed for children experiencing academic difficulty. Open to boys and girls from ages 6-15, programs are tailored to meet individual needs. June 25 -August 1, mornings only.

Earthplace Summer Camp
10 Woodside Lane, Westport, CT 06880
(203) 227-7253
www.earthplace.org
Fun & educational, co-ed, nature programs, for preK-9th grade. Trail walks, indoor/outdoor games, activities & exploration of habitats on 62-acre wildlife sanctuary. Camping, canoeing & field trips for some ages & sessions. Different themes for one and two-week sessions. 6/16-8/8.

Exploring Our World: SummerArt
Guilford Art Center
411 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-5947
www.guilfordartcenter.org
Innovative & exciting art enrichment program in a creative learning environment. Weekly themes involve hands-on activities in a variety of media & interaction with guest artists. Full-day, morning or afternoon options for ages 4-12. 6/23-8/15.

Farm Camp at the Unquowa School
981 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 336-3801
summer@unquowa.org
Children entering grades PreK4-8 can explore the magic of woodland gardening & learn how farm gardens grow. Spend time at Sport Hill Farm. Help with planting, harvesting & preparing seasonal meals. Sessions, June 23-July 18.

Girl Scouts of Connecticut Day Camps
(800) 922-2770
www.gsofct.org
Bristol/Camp Carlson, East Haven/Camp Murray, East Lyme/Camp Pattagansett, Lebanon/Laurel Day Camp, Manchester/Camp Merrie-Wood, Milford/Camp Katoya, New Fairfield/Camp Candlewood, New Milford/Clatter Valley, Oxford/Camp An-Se-Ox, Stamford/Camp Rocky Craig, Weston/Camp Aspetuck
Find friendship and fun this summer! All girls grades 1-12 welcome. Swimming/water play, arts & crafts, nature study, hiking, cookouts and more. Bus transportation is included for most, with routes covering multiple towns near each camp. One and two weeks sessions available.

The Goddard School
42 Old Tavern Road
Orange, CT 064777
(203) 795-5575
www.goddardschool.com
Make this summer your child’s best learning experience yet! This summer our theme is “Time Travel.” A summertime of fun and learning, including certified teachers who fill the day with activities in Science, Cooking, Creative Art, Music, Drama, Sports, Computers and more.

Hamden Hall Summer Programs
1108 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 065177
(203) 752-2630
www.hamdenhall.org
Comprehensive summer program includes: Summer Academy, Camp Hornet, Academy/Camp Combination program, Sports Camps, Starlight Music Theatre, Adventure Camp, Teen Camp, Outdoor Classroom, Intersession and extended day. 6/9-8/8.

Hartford Summer Youtheatre 2008
At the Hartford Children’s Theatre
360 Farmington Avenue
Hartford, CT 061055
(860) 249-7970
education@hartfordchildrenstheatre.org
Ages: preschool-high school. Developmentally appropriate curriculum including daily acting classes with professional teaching artists, weekly field trips and performances for family and friends at the end of each session.

High Meadow Day Camp
Granby, CT 06035
(860) 653-9325
www.highmeadowdaycamp.com
Co-ed for ages 4-13. Certified instructors teach swimming, tennis, sports, arts & crafts, music, nature, cooking and more. Bus transportation and meals included. Contact camp for brochure and open house information. ACA accredited.

Holiday Hill Day Camp
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 387-2267
www.holidayhilldaycamp.com
Traditional program with emphasis on the individual camper. Co-ed for ages 4-13. Bus transportation and meals included. Contact camp for brochure & open house info. ACA accredited.

Hudson Country Montessori School
44-A Shelter Rock Road
Danbury, CT 068100
(203) 744-8088
Ages 3-9 and 9-12. New C.I.T. program for ages 13-16. Field sports, Certified swimming instruction, art, music, drama, computers, tennis, soccer & field trips. Programs are age appropriate, spirited & skill oriented.

Independent Day School Summer Camp
115 Laurel Brook Road
Middlefield, CT 064555
(860) 347-7235
www.independentdayschool.org
Variety of summer programs run from one to six weeks from June 23-August 1st. Programs include sports, technology, studio arts, academics, dance and nature courses and tutoring program. Six-week musical theater program and technical theater program culminate in a musical production. Afternoons provide structured theme-based activities and swimming. A low ratio of professional staff to campers allows us to provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment. Childcare services are offered prior to and after the normal camp day.

KinderCare Summer Adventures
Connecticut locations include: Bethel, Cromwell, Danbury, Enfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, Hamden,
Kensington, Manchester, Milford, Newington, North Haven, Ridgefield, Rocky Hill, Shelton, South Windsor, Wallingford, and Wheatogue
KinderCare provides theme-enriched programs for infants to 12 years old. Camper may enjoy a variety of activities, including swimming, sports, arts & crafts and weekly field trips. We offer extended hours and provide breakfast, lunch and snacks.

The KLHT Summer Institute
1450 Newfield Avenue
Stamford, CT 069055
(203) 322-3496, ext. 500
www.KLHT.org/summerinstitute
Offers engaging and rigorous 3- and 6-week academic programs for middle and upper school students, one-week sports camps, and a one-week session for lower school students. New 4-week theater program culminating in a performance; 3-week instrumental program.

Lighthouse Youth Theatre at the Ridgefield Playhouse
80 East Ridge
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-5795
www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Exciting summer workshop by professionals from the Youth Arts Center. Choose from two 4-week sessions of The Sound of Music and Annie jr. Ages 8-17, daily 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Long Ridge Camp
478 Erskine Road
Stamford, CT 069033
(203) 322-0253
www.longridgecamp.com
A family-run traditional day camp located on 14.5 acres serving all of Fairfield County area for 47 years. Swimming, sports, crafts, special events and more! Transportation available. Call for tour.

Missoula Children’s Theatre Program
Quick Center for the Arts
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 254-4010
www.quickcenter.com
Sixty community young people, grades 1-12 register in each weekly session according to cast requirements. Each child appears in the final performance for their scheduled session. Celebrating its 19th season, Missoula offers this program at Fairfield University.

The Mountain Workshop
Awesome Adventures/Trailmark Expeditions
9 Brookside Place, Redding, CT 06896
(203) 544-0555
www.mountainworkshop.com
www.trailmark.com
Awesome Adventures offers day adventures including rock climbing, kayaking, caving, white water rafting and more. Trailmark Expeditions offers 1-3 week programs to ME, VT, CO, WY, WA, CA & UT with a multitude of adventure activities. 28 years of outdoor adventure.

My Gym Children’s Fitness Centers
Norwalk-346 Main Ave. (203) 847-3496
Stamford-225 Atlantic St. (203) 327-3496
Fairfield-905 Post Road (203) 256-0496
www.my-gym.com
Campers from 2 3/4 to 8 years participate in age appropriate activities such as sports, games, relays, tumbling, special rides, adventures, story time, arts & crafts, kids creations, music, dancing and more. Sessions begin June 24 and special End of Summer Camp begins August 18.

New Canaan Nature Center Summer Camp
144 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 966-9577
www.NewCanaanNature.org
Action-packed nature camp programs available for age 2 - grade 9, featuring live animal demonstrations, habitat exploration, natural science investigations and outdoor adventure trips in a fun-filled and entertaining environment. Explore, Investigate, Discover!

New Haven Ballet
70 Audubon Street
New Haven, CT 065100
(203) 782-9038
www.newhavenballet.org
The NHB Weekly intensive features ballet, jazz, modern, repertoire, boys’ coaching, ages 8-18. Placement class prerequisite. NHB Summer Classes features tap, ballet, pilates, jazz, yoga, hip hop, ages 4+ and adults 14+. Studios located in Guilford and New Haven.

Pumpkin Preschool Early Learning Centers
Westport (203) 226-1277
Fairfield (203) 255-75055
Shelton (203) 926-1800
www.pumpkinpreschool.com
Innovative Early Learning Program which offers a camp experience for young school age children. Lots of fun while keeping up with the fundamentals.

Renbrook Summer Adventure
2865 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 232-8410
www.renbrooksummeradventure.org
Art, music, drama, nature, gymnastics, pottery, woodworking, tennis, ropes, computers, archery, theatre arts, band, sports, scholastics, photography and more. All on the 75-acre Renbrook School campus-three new pools in 2008!

Ridgefield Academy and Landmark of Ridgefield Academy Summer Programs
(203) 894-1800, ext. 106
www.ridgefieldacademy.org
Camp Ridgefield for children ages 3-11; Camp Landmark, Redding & Westport campuses for ages 3-5 or entering fall K. Activities include: theater, sports, arts & crafts, nature, archery, computers & swimming. Academic programs also available. Weekly sessions begin 6/23.

Ridgefield Child Care and Camps
29 Farrar Lane
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-0802
www.ridgefieldchildcare.com
Choose from four programs all in Ridgefield. High quality, innovative activities offer variety and excitement for children. Flexible schedules from an exciting preschool half-day program to a full day center for infants through 12-year-olds. Convenient hours from 6:15 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Sailaway Sailing School 2008 Summer Programs
Captain’s Cove Seaport
#1 Bostwick Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06605
(203) 209-3407
www.teamsailaway.com
Make friends, have fun, learn to sail! Programs for children ages 9 thru 17. Two-week, half-day sessions for basic and intermediate skill levels begin 6/23 through 8/4. Sessions at 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Schooner Inc
60 South Water Street
New Haven, CT 06519
(203) 865-1737
www.schoonerinc.org
Join Schooner Inc for another fun-filled summer of shore exploration, tall ship sailing, marine science
and small boat sailing camps. From preK-12, Schooner Inc has a program for all ages of campers. Check out our new camps and extended dates for 2008; info and registration can be found online.

Seton Day Camp for Boys/BSA
Ernest Thompson Seton Scout Reservation
363 Riversville Road
Greenwich, CT 06831
(203) 869-8424
www.greenwichbsa.com
Boys ages 8-17 enjoy archery, arts & crafts, boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, swimming, nature & ecology, Scoutcraft skills, sports, games and more. No scouting experience required. June 30-August 4, Monday-Friday. One week camping sessions.

Sound Scientists
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
10 North Water Street
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 852-0070
www.MaritimeAquarium.org
Inspire your child when science comes to life at The Maritime Aquarium’s summer camp. One day, one week and two week options, each with a unique theme. Choose one or all programs. For children entering Grades 1-4. Each day runs from 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Extended care to 5:30 p.m.

Summer at St. Luke’s
377 North Wilton Road
New Canaan, CT 068400
(203) 966-5612
www.stlukesct.org/academics/summer
A well-rounded choice of activities, ranging from an actors training program to study skills, standardized testing preparation courses and athletic camps. An array of enrichment, academic and athletic options that give students a fun, challenging and productive summer.

Summer at Wooster Enrichment Program
Wooster School
Danbury, CT 068100
(203) 830-3913
www.summeratwooster.org
Campers pre-K to grade 9. Experienced teachers and artists, and a superb teacher-camper ratio provide for an excellent summer experience. Campers may choose from over 70 courses including studio art classes, cooking, science, drama and rocketry. June 23-August 1.

Summer Jazz Workshop
University College at Fairfield University
(203) 254-4307
www.fairfield.edu/uc
Enjoy a 5- or 10-day jazz instrumental or jazz vocal experience led by renowned jazz musician Brian Torff. Learn
improvisation, theory, rhythm and the history of jazz. Perform in jazz ensembles July 7-11 and July 14-18.

Summer of Rock/Summer of Jazz
by Giuliano’s Music
St. Luke’s School Campus
377 North Wilton Road, New Canaan
(203) 359-2559
www.gmusiccenter.com
Summer of Rock: Two fun-filled weeks of music & creativity. Rockers are grouped into bands by age, ability and musical preference. Summer of Jazz: Students immerse themselves in one-week comprehensive study of America’s greatest art form. End of session performances.

The Suzuki Music School of Westport
212 Post Road West
Westport, CT 068800
(203) 227-9474
www.smsw.org
The region’s leading non-profit music school offers a full schedule of summer classes in violin, viola, cello, piano, flute and guitar and chamber music. For a full listing of our special summer camps, including Music for Tots, Summer Strings, & Be in a Band!, visit our school website.

Tutor Time’s Wacky World of Wonders Camp
Milford: 470 Bridgeport Ave (203) 846-6046
Monroe: 477 Main Street (203) 261-6330
Norwalk: 466 Main Avenue (203) 846-6046
Trumbull: 5520 Park Avenue (203) 374-2000
Campers discover fascinating facts, silly statistics and try to break unusual world records. Adventure Campers (ages 5-12) have a blast with field trips, swimming and more. Cub Campers (3-5) enjoy weekly themes and special visitors. June 23-Aug. 29. Full and P/T programs available.

Whitby Day Camp & Summer Workshops
969 Lake Avenue
Greenwich, CT 068311
(203) 869-8464
www.whitbyschool.org
Summer programs for ages 4-12 are taught by trained and experienced teachers. Instruction in visual arts, performing arts, math and science will enhance your child’s imagination, creativity and love of learning!

Yale Peabody Museum
170 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 065111
(203) 432-6646
peabody.events@yale.edu
All include field trips, crafts, hands-on activities & tours of the Peabody’s collections. Themes include biology, paleontology, geology, cultural diversity, field science & data collection, art, biodiversity, anthropology, Egyptology, space & primitive survival skills. July & August, Gr. 2-9.

YMCA Camp Chase on the Burlington/Unionville Line, CT
(860) 653-5524
www.ghymca.org
Traditional day camp experience right in your own backyard! Arts & crafts, sports, archery, nature & environment, swimming lessons; other specialty camps. Free transportation available from 26 locations throughout greater Hartford.

YMCA Camp Greenknoll
2 Huckleberry Hill Road
Brookfield, CT 068044
(203) 740-3432, ext. 205
www.regionalymca.org
Day camp programs for ages 3-15 include swim lessons, archery, nature, woodcraft, arts & crafts, music, drama, games, sports, free swim and weekly special events. Preschool half day option. 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Weekly sessions 6/16-8/22. CIT program. Open Houses: April 26 & 27.

YMCA Camp Ingersoll
Portland, CT
(860) 343-6230
www.midymca.org
Traditional & specialty day programs for children ages 4-17. 77-acre outdoor center features high & low ropes courses, archery, boating, golf & more. Adventure & travel programs for older campers. Free transportation, sibling discounts & before/after-camp care.

YMCA Camp Yankee Trails
Tolland, CT 06084
(860) 872-7329
indian.valleyymca@ghymca.org
Fun camp activities in the great outdoors. Daily 7 a.m.-6 p.m., 6/25-8/17. Choose activities: swimming, boating, archery, wilderness skills, mountain boarding/biking, music, skits, adventures & more! Friendly, well-trained counselors.

YMCA of Greater Hartford Day Camps
241 Trumbull Street
Hartford, CT 06103
www.ghymca.org
Be a Part of Something...Be a Part of the Y..
The YMCA of Greater Hartford is the largest provider of summer day camps in the greater Hartford area with 14 locations. Choose a camp that suits your needs and your child’s interests. Specializing in traditional day camp, specialty camps and adventure camps.

YMCA Camp Abnaki
North Hero, VT 05474
(802) 862-9622
www.campabnaki.org
On the shores of Lake Champlain. 1-, 2- and 4-week sessions for 150 campers, ages 6-16, staff of 50+. Swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, sports, archery, crafts, hiking, rock climbing & more. Wilderness adventure and leadership programs for teens. ACA accredited.

Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps
P.O. Box 4518
Burlington, VT 05406
(888) 386-7859
www.windridgecamps.com
Unique among camps, Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps incorporates a highly specialized tennis program within the traditional framework of a rural New England camp setting.™