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COME JOIN ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR CAMPS IN THE AREA!

The Middletown Arts Center’s Summer Arts Camp offers creative activities all summer long in our beautiful, air conditioned facility with our caring and talented staff.

Children can explore the arts in affordable morning and afternoon sessions that can be joined together to create a full day experience. Campers who enroll in a morning and afternoon camp bring their lunch and a supervised lunch period is included.

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Please note that Member and Non-member rates relate to membership in the Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council. Membership is optional and benefits of membership are discounted rates on classes, camps, and workshops. The MTCAC is the non-profit 501(c)3 organization that operates the Middletown Arts Center. Memberships are annual from the date of enrollment.

Senior/Student Memberships $20Adult Membership $30 Family Membership $60

Want updates on future events, classes, and programs? Sign-up today at www.middletownarts.org and receive our weekly eblasts, upcoming newsletters, and more!

About UsThe mission of the Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council, Inc. (MTCAC), the nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that operates the Middletown Arts Center, is to enhance the quality of life of all area residents by supporting and promoting the arts throughout our large, diverse community. The needs of our community drive our arts program planning.

Registration is being accepted at the Middletown Arts Center:36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ 07748 (next to the Middletown Train Station)

The Summer Arts Camps Registration Form is available for download on our Web site at www.middletownarts.org or call 732-706-4100 to register by phone.

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Art Explorers Half Day Program June 17–21 and June 24–28 Get a jump on summer with this fun art adventure that will explore different types of art! From colorful collage to awesome landscapes, there’s something for all!

Hip Hip Hooray! USA! July 1–3 *CLOSED JULY 4, 5 Celebrate the 4th of July as only Miss Laurie can with patriotic arts and crafts. Create flags, fireworks, stars, stripes, and use lots of red, white, and blue!

Beach Party July 8–12 Jump into an ocean full of underwater fun! Sandy beaches, sparkling waves, colorful fish, and beautiful seashells await you in this week with lots of great art activity.

Furry Friends July 15–19 A week devoted to your favorite pets! Paint stuffed animals, Purr-fect pet portraits, clay creations, and scratch art critters. Rainbow Magic July 22–26 Make magnificent art based on the beauty of the rainbow. Lots of colorful, imaginative fun with paint, clay, and more. ROY G BIV to the max!

Do Art, Get Messy, Have Fun July 29–August 2 A week full of amazing art projects! Make your own slime, explore mixed-media, dig into clay. Lots more fantastic art fun.

Surfin’ Dudes and Mermaids August 5–9 Back by popular demand, this island week will include new projects of surf board creations, iridescent mermaids, palm trees, tiki art and lots of creative fun.

Fireflies, Frogs, and Fairies August 12–16 A magical art adventure exploring garden delights. Glow-in-the-dark insects, colorful patterned frogs, and iridescent fairy wings are just the beginning.

Jungle-Mania August 19–23 From parrots and macaws to lizards and snakes, this week’s art is all about the beauty of the jungle!

Summer Art Bash August 26–30 Enjoy the last week of camp as we create masterpieces celebrating all that is summer.

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SYOUNG ARTISTS COLORFUL FUN WITH MISS LAURIE RUGGERISuggested for children ages 4-8 Monday-Friday, 9-11:45 am OR 12:15-3:00 pmWeekly Fee: Members $ 100 Non-members $115

Artistic fun designed to stir the imagination and bring out the creative best in every child. Each week is different and will include age-appropriate activities relating to the themes below - children will draw, paint, construct, create, and collaborate. Each week will include a variety of materials including watercolor, acrylic paint, different kinds of clay, pastels, pencils, and lots of craft materials. Children bring their own snack. *Activities will vary between morning and afternoon for campers who wish to remain in the art program full day.

Before and After Care with the creative and beloved Miss Maria and friends is available at $7 per hour starting at 7:30 am and running until 6 pm.

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S ARTS & CRAFTS FUN WITH MISS LAURA FRENCH (Suggested for children ages 9-12)Monday-Friday, 9:15 am-12:00 noon Members $100 Non-Members $115

It’s Raining Cats and Dogs July 8–12 Enjoy creating adorable “Pet Portraitures,” using, clayboards, scratch paper, canvas, colored pencils, acrylics, watercolor and more. Learn to sketch, follow patterns, and be proud of all your creations. Gilded WatercolorsJuly 15–19 Using high quality materials, students learn to sketch and paint a diary of, “What I did over the Summer 2013”. Paintings will be ready to hang or display. Their sketches will also be part of their sketching diary, which we will bind together to make it extra special. Painted Pillowcases July 22–26 Bring your own white or pastel pillowcases (2), new or used and we’ll create a special pillowcase for sleep-overs or home use with fabric paint that will last a lifetime. Washer & dryer friendly. Many patterns, and subject matter to choose from.

Exploring the Seven Seas July 29–August 2 This 3D adventure will take your child around the world to learn about all that’s beneath the seven seas. We will use canvas, many kinds of papers, model magic, markers and more, to make each ocean memorable!

Stepping Stones August 5–9 Embellish your garden with your one of a kind stepping stones! We will be using plaster of Paris and other materials to create these stones, designed with footprints, handprints, shells, beads and other embellishments to treasure for a lifetime.

Re-Use and Recycle with Glass and Crayons August 12–16 With melted, recycled crayons, your child will mold and intertwine the crayons on a recycled glass bottle to make one of a kind vases for “summer flowers” or display. Create designer glass jars with air-dry clay as well. Great for precious keepsakes, or piggy bank change. *Please bring in jars and bottles - they will be collected in the office with a box marked Laura French. *Used crayons are also gladly accepted.

It’s a Paper Trail August 19–23 Have FUN using many kinds of papers and surfaces to create amazing land and seascapes, using many kinds of paint, pastels, markers, and experimenting with kosher salt, saran wrap, wax, and more as we create texture and design to make one of a kind masterpieces.

Needlepoint Placemats August 26–30 We will create unique placemats by choosing from many colors and textures of yarn. Using basic stitches and plastic canvas, these placemats will surely be a work of “ART!” *Donated any skeins of yarn will be appreciated, but not necessary.

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DOODLE DUDE CAMPS CARTOONING & ANIMATION MORNINGS (Entering grades 1-5)Monday-Friday, 9:00-11:30 am Members $120 Non-Members $132 No one brings cartooning and animation to life like Art Kaney, the Doodle Dude. From the basics of drawing cartoons, to more advanced animation and claymation techniques, the Doodle Dude will teach, entertain, and inspire. Themes will include all new activities and materials. See themed weeks below…

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Gamer Art & Mine Craft I June 27–July 3 (Thurs-Wed) Look out! It’s a creeper! Can you dig it? It’s the art of video games. Let’s build, create, sculpt, paint, and start mining. A fun artistic time in the world of gaming. Huge gamer party at the end of the week. Star Wars Appreciation Week July 8–12 Plenty of cosmic art and space crafts, model ship building, and an awesome “gamer” day all in the honor of George Lucas! The last day dress-up party is always a hit! Doodle Dude’s Pow-WowNative American ArtJuly 15–19 Step back in time as we celebrate Native American arts and crafts. Tee Pee art, Totem Poles, Symbolic designs, and more. A great art experience! Pow-Wow party at the end of the week. Dragons and Wizards July 22–26 Jump into the magical world of dragons, kings, queens, castles, wizards and other enchanting characters as we create awesome art projects.

Creative Cartoonists July 29–August 2 Get creative with the Doodle Dude as you focus on some of the wildest, messiest artists out there. Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, Gerald Scarf, Ralph Stedman, and many more awesome artists. Lots of cartooning fun for all!

Super Hero Comic Book BASH! August 5–9 POW! BOOM! BANG! Create your own villains and heroes, learn sequential art, and dynamic anatomy, in any style from “Captain Underpants” to Superman. A camp full of comic book tricks and tips. Make your own comic book and action figure. End of week dress-up party!

Sea n’ Things! Deep Sea Doodlizm! August 12–16 Surf’s up! Celebrate the beautiful world under the sea with magnificent WATER colors. Pirates, Sharks, Piranhas, …and plenty of Island Art to round off the artistic fun.

Doodle Dude’s Pow Wow IINative American Art August 19–23 Step back in time as we celebrate Native American arts and crafts. Tee Pee art, Totem Poles, Symbolic designs, and more. A great art experience! Pow-Wow party at the end of the week.

Gamer Art and Mine Crafts II August 26–31 Look out! It’s a creeper! Can you dig it? It’s the art of video games. Let’s build, create, sculpt, paint, and start mining. A fun artistic time in the world of gaming. Huge gamer day at the end of the week. This may be the last chance to get on the video games before school starts! Hope to see you there!

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S KIDZ ART CLASSES KidzArt Caribbean Adventure –Fun in the Sun! (Grades K-6) July 15–19 OR August 12–16, 1-4 pmMembers $125 Non-members $135 Where the sun is always shining, the sand is warm, and the water is just right! Explore exotic animals, treasure maps and pirates that lead us to an island in the sun. We will have fun using many different materials to create art projects. Please pack a snack and drink each day.

KidzArt Mixed Mediums and 3D to the MAX! (Grades K-6) July 29–August 2 OR August 19–23, 1-4 pmMembers $125 Non-members $135Join us as we experiment with fun new mediums both 2-D and 3-D. Learn a simple “Suminagashi” technique---floating inks on the surface of water to create beautiful patterns. Work with metal, paint, foam and other fun materials to make art you are excited about! Please pack a snack and drink each day.

KidzArt Cirque des Arts (Grades K-6) August 5–9 OR August 26-30, 1-4 pmMembers $125 Non-members $135Trapeze, high wire, dancing elephants, face painting – the thrill of the circus! Learn how to draw or create all these and more in a safe, nurturing environment. Construct your own miniature Fun House Marble Game, experiment with clay and wire sculpture and paint - just have fun creating! Please pack a snack and drink each day.

ADVANCED ART FOR THE SERIOUS ARTIST WITH CAMELIA QABAZARD (Ages 8+)

Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm (8 weeks)Members $120 Non-Members $132A multi-media class tailored to the more serious art student who thirsts for more specific guidance and direction as they hone their skills. Lessons include shading, perspective, color, design, etc., and stu-dents will begin to create portfolio pieces.

Make a Doll Workshop with Patricia Sebastiano (Ages 7-12) Mondays, 12:30-3:30 pmSession I July 8, 15, 22, 29Session II August 5, 12, 19, 26Members $85 Non-members $100Explore the joys of sewing by hand. Create your own individualized cherished doll keepsake. Outfit your creation with a jumper, skirt, fashion accessories and a toy which you create using a pattern and simple hand sewing techniques. Enhance your creation with a variety of frills and embellishments. All supplies included and all levels welcome. Contact the MAC office or patsebastiano@yahoo.com for questions or photos of sample projects.

SUMMER HIP HOP WITH CAMELIA Mondays, 4-5 pm (Ages 4-7)Wednesdays, 5-6 pm (Ages 8+)8-week sessionMembers $80 Non-members $88This fun, energetic new class focuses on fundamental hip-hop movements including basic body isolations and current industry dance. The children’s beginner class in-cludes warm-up, and basic age-appropriate hip hop choreography. Students will have fun while learning this popular dance style. An end of session “mini” performance will be held for family and friends.

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PRE-SCHOOL SUMMER DANCE CAMP WITH MISS DEENA (Ages 2-4)Monday-Friday, 9:30 am-12:00 noon Members $100 Non-Members $115 Dance the morning away as Miss Deena creates a magical environment for your tiny tots through storytelling, crafts, singing, playtime and dancing. Please pack a snack, drink and wear comfortable clothing. My First Princess Camp June 17–21 Celebrate your favorite princesses.

Mermaids, Fairies, and Friends June 24–28 A high flying dance adventure exploring our friends who live in the sea and the sky.

NEW Beach & Mermaid July 8–12 Celebrate the summer season with some of the greatest summer dance songs of all time. “Dancin’ Like a Rockstar” July 15–19 A week of star power awaits you in this high energy rocking and rolling dance camp. BFFs ForeverJuly 22–26 Grab your sister, cousin, or best friend and head to the MAC for this adventure about friendship. Bring your favorite doll or furry friend.

Calling all Fairies August 5–9 Sprinkle on your fairy dust and fly to the dance room for a week of pixie magic.

Princess Power August 12–16 Spin and twirl in the dance room while wearing your favorite princess dress as we discover the true meaning of the word princess.

NEW! LETS GLOW!! August 19–23 A “Special Effects” camp that combines the beauty of dance with glow-in-the-dark magic and neon surprises.

NEW! Movie Magic August 26–30 Dance fun with music from your favorite movies!

SPECIAL 3-DAY DANCE WORKSHOP WITH MISS DEENA (Ages 8-12) July 1–3, Monday-Wednesday 9 am-3 pmMembers $126 Non-Members $134 Students will explore new dance styles and movement concepts in basic jazz, ballet, tap, and lyrical with exercises that stimulate the imagination and developmental creativity. Students will work on a center floor warm up then advance to progressions across the floor. Explore performance technique, stage presence, costumes, and makeup. Pack a lunch, 2 snacks, and plenty of water. Please wear comfortable clothing. No previous dance experience needed.

SUMMER DANCE CAMP WITH MISS DEENA (Ages 4-10)Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 amMembers $100 Non-Members $115 Lots of fun dancing with simple choreography, great music, arts and crafts, storytelling, and much more. Please pack a snack, drink, and water. No previous dance experience necessary. Each week on Friday, we will have a special performance in our theatre for family and friends. Wear sneakers or dance shoes.

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“GLEE” at the MAC – Musical Theater Fun with Missy O’Keefe (Ages 2-4)Week of July 8–12 OR Week of July 15–19 Join instructor Missy O’Keefe for a week of singing and dancing to your favorite songs! Learn to perform show-stopping numbers and discover what it takes to put together the type of performances you see each week on shows like “Glee”! There will be dancing, acting and singing all wrapped up in a fun packed week. All participants will take part in a variety of activities aimed at improving their inner musical skills.

MAC THEATRE ADVENTURE CAMPS (K-5)9:30 am-12:15 pm or 12:45-3:00 pm Members $120 Non-Members $132

IMPROV FUN WITH MIKE O’KEEFE (K-5) Week of July 22–27 Week of July 29–August 2Week of August 5–9Week of August 12–16Week of August 19–23Members $100 Non-Members $115Learn improv comedy with New Jersey’s longest running improv troupe!! Our work-shops feature fundamentals of stagework, improvisational comedy, character and scene development, self-confidence, living “in the moment,” and the experience of planning and putting on a full performance. Learn “what is funny and why?” Students will write/develop their own scenes focusing on structure, character, and timing. Explore the world of improv and quickly form an ensemble of performers, who will work together to develop their skills and, ultimately, build a quality performance that friends and family will enjoy!

YOUTH DRAMA PROGRAM WITH TARA MAHONEY AND ERIN STRIPTOJuly 10–October 16 (15 weeks)Wednesdays, 4:00-5:30 pm Members $240 Non-Members $264This professional theatre training program is open to all beginning, intermediate, and ad-vanced aspiring young performers, ages 7 and up. Students will engage in theatrical cur-ricular studies focusing on creating a character, stage presence, script analysis, dance and performance skills, while learning techniques of auditioning for stage performance. *The youth drama program will meet once a week for 15 weeks, starting on July 10th and culminating with a Fall Festival performance showcase of the Children’s Theatre production to be announced.

GHOUL SCHOOL...THEATRE GROUP WITH LISA BUONOMonster High Theme Camp (Multi Age Children’s Acting) Session I June 26–28, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Session II July 1–3, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Session III August 26–28, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday12:30-3:00 pm Members $100 Non-Members $115The children will learn to act on stage naturally without effort using their own ghoulish mannerisms and monster personality. The camp will include warm ups and improvs, voice, movement, sense memory work, monster-logues (monologues), and a craft. This camp will build the young actor’s self esteem, by helping them to trust their own unique imagination. *Bring a drink and a light snack.

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PRE -K MUSIC & CREATIVE ARTS CAMP (AGES 3-5)Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 am Members $130 Non-Members $142 Music sweet music! Children explore music and the creative arts through singing, instrument play, theater games, creative movement, arts and crafts, and science, too! Children explore and discover their environment with air, water, sand, and plants. They also learn about animals, planting, recycling. Pack a lunch (optional) Snacks, drinks and an award winning Miss Sherri CD will be provided to all campers. Each week on Friday we have a special performance in our theater for those who wish to partake. See schedule below:

Pop Stars & Diva’s Music Camp June 17–21 Express your inner Diva & celebrate your favorite Pop Stars.

Sing around the Camp Fire June 24–28 Ignite the Folk singer within & learn the traditions of music & dances of America!

Jazz & Blues Workshop Jam with Miss Sherri & Jazz PianistCharlie ClarkeJune 9–August 20 (7 weeks)Tuesdays 6-8 pm Members $280 Non-members $290

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SINGER/ SONGWRITER WORKSHOP 1 (Ages 10-14) July 1–3 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 am-1 pmMembers $200 Non-Members $240 Taught by professional recording artists and songwriters, this intensive 3 day program is designed to spark kids’ creativity and help them develop writing skills they can use in the real world. Budding musicians will hone their craft by creating original music, and will perform live at one of Miss Sherri’s Live TV concerts filmed in our 250 seat state-of-the-art theater. Students will explore the process of song writing from composition, form, lyric writing, rhythm, harmony, melody, and learn what makes a hit a hit. Piano and guitar accompaniment will be available. No previous experience necessary. Pack a lunch.

BROADWAY BOUND WORKSHOP 2 (Ages 15-18)June 17, 18 & 20Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 4-8 pmMembers $200 Non-Members $240 Calling all singers, actors, dancers... if you enjoy the magically rich heritage of Broadway, then you’ll love this special workshop!! Students will learn a variety of American standards and Broadway show tunes from Gershwin, Rogers & Hart, Sondheim…all the finest composers in musical theater. Can you feel the Love? Students will have the opportunity to perform on Miss Sherri Live, a new kids TV show, filmed in our state-of-the-art theater at the Middletown Arts Center.

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SUMMER MUSIC CAMP WITH MISS SHERRI (Ages 3-11)Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:30 am Members $130 Non-Members $142Fun and frolic abound as we make music, sing, and move. Students develop social skills as they enjoy instrument play, crafts, story time and dramatic expression. Campers may bring a lunch. No previous musical training necessary. Each week on Friday campers will have the opportunity to perform. Wear comfortable clothes. Themed weeks as follows:

Rockin’ Choo Choo Camp July 8–12 Campers explore locomotion through creative movement and music, singing train songs, dancing and drumming. Campers are propelled to chug along and even do a little fun work on the railroad. Honey Child Music Rock Star Camp July 15–19 Campers will shine bright while learning Miss Sherri’s award winning songs as well as learning about astronomy and the world around them. We will encourage leadership, collaboration, and team work. Cowgirl & Cowboy CampJuly 22–26 Round up the kids and saddle up your horses for a wild west Camp at the MAC that’s sure to be the best hoe-down in town. Sing some of your favorite traditional ditties like, “Old McDonald”, “Home on the Range” and even some originals.

Let’s Pretend Camp August 5–9 Imaginations soar as we sing about whatever we fancy. Let’s pretend to be a silly monkey, a noble ruler, a caring Doctor, a five star Chef, a T- Rex or even a knight in shining armor. Children RULE in this fun-filled creative experience.

Pirates & Lassies Camp August 12–16 Ahoy me Ma-ties... RRRRRrrrrrr is the letter of the week in this treasure hunting, deep sea diving adventure filled music camp! We will sail the Seven Seas and follow the treasure map in search of the best Pirate songs of the century.

Go Go Green Camp August 19–23 Mindful campers will learn about the earth, natural habitats, and ways to protect our beautiful planet and it’s eco-systems. We will create instruments and crafts using re-cycled materials, sing green songs and play together as a band!

Stomp, Rock & Swing Camp August 26–30 Skip, jump, swirl, twirl or stomp your little feet with Miss Sherri & friends. Be amazed at the energy, enthusiasm & confidence we encourage in campers. We equip them with social skills, movement activities, creative play, music and some of the tools they need to blossom into Peace builders.

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BLACK ROCKET PRODUCTION CAMPSMembers $160 Non-Members $170 No prior experience is needed. At the end of each camp, students will be able to access their work on a password protected website to share with friends and family! All Black Rocket Production classes are designed to mirror real life experiences and the collaborative nature of the creative process. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

FX: Learn the Science Behind Special Effects (Ages 8-12) June 24–28, 9 am-12 noonIn this class everything is not what it seems! Become a master of illusion by learning the age-old scientific techniques used by Hollywood masters to create movie magic. You will experiment with visual and mechanical effects as well as using Green Screens and CGI or computer generated imagery. Each student will finish the program with a digital representation of their FX project which will be hosted on a password protected website to share with friends and family. Mobile Movie Maniacs (Ages 8-12) June 24–28, 1-4 pm Share your ideas with the world! The mobile revolution has allowed filmmaking and video to be done by anyone-anywhere. This course is designed for young adults who have the desire to focus on creating short films meant for a You Tube Audience. Students will begin by collaborating learning the basics of storytelling, but then each participant will create their own short story or idea to be filmed and edited. Once the film trailers are complete publish your work and watch as it goes viral! DROIDS and BOTS (Ages 8-12)July 1–3, 9 am-12 noon (3-day camp – prorated)From R2-D2 to the Roomba. In this cutting edge class you will learn the basics of task robotics including the assembly process, principles of gears, mechanics, sensors, and sound activation. Each day will bring a different concept and a new challenge as you build a variety of different task oriented robots with a partner.

Junkyard Warriors (Ages 8-12)July 1–3, 1-4 pm (3-day camp – prorated)In this eco-friendly S.T.E.M. program,students will recycle common everyday items to create motorized mechanisms and racers. The program is divided into a series of challenges where students will compete to accomplish specific tasks and goals. Each challenge combines environmental principles, physics, and basic elements of design and engineering. After mastering the basic concepts, students will face a final challenge to earn the title Junkyard Warrior and become protectors of the realm.

LEGO® Films & Animation! (Ages 8-12)July 8–12, 9 am-12 noonMake your LEGO®s come to life! Bring in your favorite action figures or LEGO®s and create a short film with your friends. Whether you want to recreate a scene from Star Wars or design a world of your own, this class brings your dreams to the screen. Students will need to bring in LEGO®s or action figures from home, but all other equipment is provided. LEGO® YOUniverse! (Ages 8-12)July 8–12, 1-4 pmIn this Lego adventure, YOU are the star! Pick your favorite LEGO® genre or create an alternative universe to create a digital illustrated story. Whether you want to fight alongside Batman, be part of a Ninijago clan, swashbuckle with pirates, or go into space with Bionicle, the only requirement is that you put yourself in the story!

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Creative Design & Robotics (Ages 8-12) July 15–19, 9 am-12 noon The world of the future belongs to…Robots!. Learn the fundamentals of motorized mechanisms and basic design principles in this class – separate fact from the fantasy – and design and build your first robot. After learning the basics, students will move on to designing their own creations and learn problem-solving to improve machines. At the end of the program, the machines and robots will complete a series of challenges to see if they are fit for production! All equipment supplied. Virtual Worlds & Future Cities (Ages 8-12) July 15–19, 1-4 pm Teleportation centers...flying cars...buildings that talk to you? What will the world look like in 2050.. Design the next great metropolis that builds on the great architects and engineers of the past or create something completely from your imagination. Students will develop research and writing skills as they learn about scale, energy, and city planning. Student designs will be posted on a special class website. App Attack! Make Your 1st Game App (Ages 8-11) July 22–26, 9 am-12 noon (Ages 11-14) July 22–26, 1-4 pmExplore the App universe and create your own mobile application or mobile game! Students will explore the world of phone-based and tablet applications. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and games, you will also see firsthand how the world of App’s publishing functions. No prior experience is necessary and students do not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take the class.

Make Your First Video Game! (Ages 8-12)July 29–August 2, 9 am-12 noonA one of a kind class that shows you the crucial keys to designing your first 2D game. Conceptualization, play experience, challenge levels, graphics and elements, music and sound, software, and simple coding are some of the concepts that we’ll explore as you really get into the game because you made it yourself! No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Student created games will be available on a password protected website to share with family and friends. Software/games are only compatible with PC computers. Mac versions can be created after the program for a $15 conversion fee. Video Game Animation (Ages 8-12)July 29–August 2, 1-4 pmTake your game design to the next level by creating and animating your own character sprites. Start with a name, develop the character’s personality, signature moves, special powers, and a story line. Finish with a fully animated character to be used in future games. Students do not need any prior experience in game design, animation, or sketching. Student created animations will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. Software and games only compatible with PC computer.

LEGO Video Games (Ages 8-12)August 5–9, 9 am-12 noonCombine your two favorite activities: LEGO®s and Video Games! Students will create their own LEGO® universe, characters, and adventures in an interactive 2-D Video Game in this one of a kind class. Leave with a LEGO® 2-D game that can be shared with friends and family. Student created games will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers, Mac versions can be created after the program for $15.00 conversion fee.

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LEGO® Films and Stop Animation!Effects (Ages 8-12) August 5–9, 1-4 pm***see description under July 8–12 Digital Designers (Ages 8-12) August 12–16, 9 am-12 noon In this class if you can dream it you can make it! Enter the third dimension by imagining, designing, and creating your own 3-D figure or object. Using cutting edge software students will explore the world of 3D design and modeling that used to only be available to techies and adults. You decide whether you want to create a building, action figure, car, dinosaur, or any object. The only limit is your imagination! No prior experience is necessary and student creations will be available on a Black Rocket password protected website to share with friends and family. Make Your First 3-D Video Game! (Ages 8-12)August 12–16, 1-4 pm By popular demand, we are offering a 3-D game design class. This experience allows you to develop a game concept that goes well beyond the limitations of the traditional classes. Students will learn the physics behind 3D Game Design and explore event scripting, level design, controlling flow of game play, and story telling. Designed for young adults who have the desire to focus in Game Design in high school or college. Student created games will be available on a password protected website.

NEW! i-Rock: Create Digital Music(Ages 8-11)August 19–23, 9 am-12 noon Rock, rap, hip-hop, country...everyone loves to listen to their favorite songs, but until now only a few could create them. With the digital revolution everyone can rock out even if you have never played an instrument! Create songs, podcasts, or music videos using tools like Garage Band and other mass media

software, explore the basics of song composition, editing tracks, and create a music video. Student created songs, music video, and podcasts will be hosted on the Black Rocket student website to share with friends and family. Students should bring earphones with them to class. NEW! App Adventures! The Next Level (Ages 11-14)August 19–23, 1-4 pmContinue your quest to make the next viral app! Whether you want to move past the basic techniques learned in App Attack or want to jump right in, we are ready for you! All students will create a mobile game app and explore more in depth programming concepts. The option to publish will be given to every student, but final decisions on publishing are the sole discretion of Apple, Amazon, or Google. No prior experience is necessary and students do not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take the class.

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Model Designer Camp (Ages 6+) July 8–12, 1-4 pm Members $159 Non-members $165How do LEGO® brick model-designers come up with their ideas? Where do they begin, and how do the ideas go from concept to completion? This camp will explore the creative process of model design. Campers will learn the function of different LEGO® components and discover how those components can work together to create all kinds of solid structures and moving parts. At the completion of the camp, each child will have the opportunity to present his or her own design. *All Campers take home a custom mini-figure at the end of the week. Minute to Win It Camp (Ages 6+) July 22–26, 1-4 pm Members $159 Non-members $165Based on the popular NBC game show “Minute To Win It”, this camp is packed with fast-paced, fast-action building and good old-fashioned friendly competition. 60-seconds on the clock. Think you can do it? You’ve got a minute to complete the crazy challenges day household items! Each day offers new models and challenges as teams compete for the title of “Minute to Win It-Bricks 4 Kidz® Style” Champions. Day five features camper-created challenges to be played out by fellow competitors. And of course there’s plenty of time for classic LEGO® building and fun! *All Campers win prizes daily and take home a custom mini-figure at the end of the week. Remote Control Mania Camp (Ages 6+) August 5–10, 1-4 pm Members $159 Non-members $165 Making it move is the name of the game at this exciting camp! Kids will love to see their creations in motion using LEGO® wireless remote controls. Each day, campers will use fascinating and challenging LEGO® components to create dynamic vehicles, inventions, machines and more. As they

enjoy the fun of building, campers will understand the basic working principles of many ingenious devices that are part of our everyday lives. Campers will also learn how to magnify, diminish and redirect force to move objects at different speeds and in different directions. Loads of fun for budding builders. *All Campers take home a custom mini-figure.

Amusement Park Fun Camp (Ages 6+) August 12–16, 1-4 pmMembers 159 Non-members $165Get you ticket to ride at Bricks 4 Kidz® very own Amusement Park! Campers will build a new ride each day, learning how to make things spin, roll, turn, and rock. Then they will take what they have learned to design their own thrills and challenges. Motorized models maximize the action and the fun. Each camp day includes carnival-themed games, group challenges, model-building and more. *All Campers win prizes daily and take home a custom mini-figure at the end of the week. Bricks 4 Girls Camp (Ages 6+)August 19–23, 1-4 pmMembers $159 Non-members $165Grab your friends and come hang out with us for a girls-only week of crafting and creating with LEGO® bricks. Introduce your friends to our “Friends” as we get to know LEGO® brand’s newest line of girl-themed models. Build adorable houses, cafes and more for a brand new cast of female characters including Olivia and all her friends. We’ll do lots of other unique things with bricks, from jewelry making to brick art, with a take-home project each day. And don’t worry... there are “NO BOYS ALLOWED!” because this week is all about girls! *All Campers take home a custom mini-figure at the end of the week.

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2013 SUMMER CAMPS

INDUSTRY FILM SCHOOL SUMMER CONSERVATORY PROGRAMJuly 22 through August 9thMonday through Friday from 10 am until 4 pm Tuition for the entire course: $2200 for three weeks (includes Lab and Equipment Fees)

The summer program is open to all students ages 13 and older. This program is designed for responsible high school and college students who have a serious attitude toward film-making as their primary focus during the program. This course is designed as a complete immersion in the collaborative process of filmmaking. Students will work together through the entire process of script development, pre-production, directing, shooting, and editing. The resulting film will be shown in the Middletown Arts Center’s state-of-the-art theatre and students will receive a DVD of their films.

Week 1: Film Studies10 am-12 noonStudents and faculty engage with all forms of moving-image culture including film, still photography, television, and digital media. Teaching students to think historically, theo-retically, and analytically about film media within the broad context of humanistic studies. Week 1: Writing the Short Screenplay 1-4 pm Students will learn the essential elements of screenwriting from developing a good idea to creating a treatment. Final scripts will be shot in Week 2 and edited in Week 3. Topics covered for this portion of the class will include developing the character, plot, structure, themes, goals and conflicts, flashbacks, dialogue, proper format, scene analysis and how to pitch your script. Stu-dents attending this course will have access to computers and screenwriting software, but are welcome to bring their own laptops.

Week 2: Production10 am-4 pm Professional filmmakers work with students through the technical and creative process of shooting, directing, and editing their own projects while participating as crew members on other students’ projects. This course focuses on developing skills needed to create an independent short or feature film for distribution as well as a strong portfolio for college admissions. This class teaches students the essential elements for submitting to festivals and competitions. Past and current students have won numerous local and national awards for their work.

Week 3: Editing 10 am-4 pm Avid Certified Editors will take the students through the post production process form capture or ingesting to output, encoding, and mastering to DVD. Students will edit the footage they shot in the 2nd week of this course. Emphasis is on terminology, organization, pacing, and timing. Each group’s finished film is screened at the final showcase.

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