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JUMPJump Up and Move into Preschool!

JUMP CampA specially designed half day camp for preschoolers. These one week camps center around a theme that will provide preschoolers with hands-on fun and experience in art, crafts, games, songs, stories, cooking and more. A snack will be provided daily. Children enrolling in these camps must be fully toilet trained and able to participate in program without parents being in classroom. Camp size is limited. Register Early!

Instructor: Molly Given, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #

Theme: Under Water Adventures3-5 M-F 6/12-6/16 9am-12:30pm $186 42172

Theme: Book ‘N Cook3-5 M-F 7/10-7/14 9am-12:30pm $186 42173

Location: Community Center, Forest Room

NEW!

Preschool Summer Theater Camp Stories & SongsThis camp is for the tiniest of performers and explorers! We will have story time, play theater games, learn dances, sing and create art. This theater camp will lay the foundation for cooperation, empathy, social skills and creative art appreciation. Each camper will stretch their bravery and creative muscles daily in this week long camp. The camp will culminate with an end of the week showcase.

Instructor: Zphyna Caldwell, 5 classes


3-5 M-F 7/31-8/4 9am-12pm $231 42176

Location: Golf Clubhouse, 267 Buena Vista

SUMMER JUMP CAMP & JUMP SPLASH CAMP

Ages 3-5 yearsLocated at the Community Center, Forest Room, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941

Jump Splash CampJump into summer with Splash Camp! This camp will provide age appropriate swimming lessons M - Th with our Aquatic Center’s trained staff. Students will be assigned instructors based on their ability level. Students will arrive ready to swim and then change for the rest of camp. This two week camp is filled with swimming, outdoor activities, playtime, story time, music and arts & crafts. Campers should bring a small snack to camp to re-energize after swimming. No lessons on Fridays so campers will enjoy a special themed party or activity on that day. Register Early Space is limited!

Instructor: Molly Given, 10 classes


3-5 M-F 6/19-6/30 8:45am-12:30pm $361 42174

3-5 M-F 7/17-7/28 8:45am-12:30pm $361 42175Location: Community Center, Forest Room

NEW!

Art + Play CampThis 5 day art camp will be full of art exploration, new twists and fun ways to use art materials, and amazing age appropriate projects. Sculpture, clay, lots of paints, printmaking and mixed media will be a part of this camp designed specifically for your young creator. Art, snack, outside time and stories will keep your young explorer excited and engaged!

Instructor: Studio 4 Art, 5 classes


3-6 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-12pm $251 421773-6 M-F 7/17-7/21 9am-12pm $251 421783-6 M-F 7/31-8/4 9am-12pm $251 421793-6 M-F 8/7-8/11 9am-12pm $251 42180

Location: Studio 4 Art, studio A $50 material fee is due to the instructor the first day of camp. This camp is offsite at Studio 4 Art, 254 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley

CAMP REFUND POLICYPatron requested refunds/credits for camps must be requested no later than 7 working days prior to the programs start date. No refunds/credits will be given. if requested after the 7 day deadline.

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CAMP KALEIDOSCOPE


Join us this summer for Camp Kaleidoscope! Mornings will be divided into three time blocks and after morning check-in it will be “campers choice”. Each time slot will include several fun activity choices. They choose what they want to do! Whether it’s joining a basketball coach outside, putting on their chef hats in the kitchen or getting creative in the art room, it’s up to them! There will be several new choices each week creating a Kaleidoscope of unique experiences.

In the afternoon, campers will be divided into two groups, entering K-1st graders and entering 2nd-6th graders. After lunch and free play, campers will continue their day with a variety of favorite camp activities with their peers. Some special activities that will be included in each weeks schedule include Tuesday Ice Cream Days, Thursday Swim Days and Friday Trip or Special Entertainer Days.

In an effort to make our camps convenient for parents and fun for kids, you can register for one week at a time or just drop-in for the day. Camp begins at 9:30am, please don’t be late or you might miss out on something special. Camp ends at 4pm. Extended care is available 8am-9:30am and 4pm-6pm.

Please watch our website, www.millvalleyrecreation.org, for camp updates and more detailed weekly schedules.

Early Registration, Before April 1 Regular Camp: $165/$275 *Extended Camp: $210/$350

Registration, April 1 and beyond Regular Camp: $180/$300 *Extended Camp: $225/$375

Drop-In Camp: $60 per day Fast Pass: $600/10 days Extended Care: 8-9:30am - $9 morning 4-6pm - $9 evening

A CAMP WITH MANY PIECES TO CREATE A COLORFUL DAY

Especially for incoming Kindergarten – 6th gradersLocated at Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley

SESSION DATES & THEMES

TIME EARLY FEE REGULAR FEE COURSE # TRIP LOCATION

July 5-7, 3 daysAll American Week

9:30am-4pm $165 $180 42468No Trip this week

*8am-6pm $210 $225 42469

July 10-14Make Believe Week

9:30am-4pm $275 $300 42470Friday, 7/14 Cal Skate

*8am-6pm $350 $375 42471


CAMP KALEIDOSCOPE

RegistrationRegister now for your favorite weeks at camp! Just use the MVR program registration form and fax-it, mail-it or drop-it off at the Community Center. You may also register online at MVPRGoPlay.org. If you can’t make it to camp for an entire week, but would like to attend for just one day, register on-site, the day you want to attend. Pre-registration is required for Friday Trip Days.

Drop-In Camp Fast PassIf you are planning on dropping in for several days of camp this summer, purchase a CAMP FAST PASS. Don’t stand in line at the desk each morning to pay and do paperwork. Just swipe your CAMP FAST PASS and go right to the sign-in table. CAMP FAST PASSES can be used all summer long for either Camp Kaleidoscope or Splash Camp. The FAST PASS is good for 10-days of camp fun & excitement! You cannot use your FAST PASS for extended care or on bus trip days. Extended care is a separate fee payable at the time of drop-off. Get your FAST PASS early so you are ready to join camp right away! FAST PASSES are good for 10-days of camp, from June 19-August 11, at a fee of $600. At the end of the summer, if you haven’t used all 10-days, we’ll credit your Recreation account with the unused days at $60 per day.

Camp Cancellations & Refunds/CreditsPatron requested refunds/credits must be requested no later than 7 days prior to the programs start date. No refunds/credits will be given if requested after the 7-day deadline.

Camp LocationsSummer camps will take place at the Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto.

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CAMP KALEIDOSCOPE & SPLASH CAMP

Camp HoursCamp Kaleidoscope operates in one-week sessions, 9:30am-4pm with extended care available 8am-9:30am and 4pm-6pm. Splash Camp operates in two-week sessions, 9:30am-4pm with extended care available 8am-9:30am and 4pm-6pm. On Friday trip days hours will vary depending on trip.

Bring to CampPlease make sure your child is dressed comfortably and safely, remember camp can be messy so play clothes are a necessity. Campers should come to camp dressed in layers, wearing a hat, sunscreen, and closed toe shoes (NO SANDALS or FLIP-FLOPS). They should also bring plenty of snacks, a healthy lunch and drink each day, also sun screen if required during the day. A parent letter will be available on the first day of camp detailing any special days and supplies/clothing needed for that day. Please label all belongings with your child’s name and phone number. Toys, valuables and electronics (iPODS, MP3’s, cell phones, etc.) are discouraged and may be confiscated by program staff if they become problematic. The department is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Camp StaffCamp staff are selected for their enthusiasm and experience working with children. Our recreation leaders are college and high-school age students. Each staff member is certified in CPR and participates in several days of in-service training to learn how to lead the various activities in a safe and fun manner. In our camps, we also utilize CIT’s (Counselors In Training) who are 13 to 15 year old volunteers. Each group of 8 to 15 campers (depending on age group) is supervised by one recreation leader with CIT’s assisting.

Please go to www.millvalleyrecreation.org to view and print the camp general information letter and emergency form. Bring emergency form to your first day of camp.


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SPLASH CAMP

Join us for this special two weeks of fun with water. Come to camp in your swimsuit and we’ll start the day (Mon – Thurs) with a swim lesson. Then we will continue with arts & crafts, sports & games, cooking & more. Each day will also include plenty of water fun, such as slip n’ slide, water balloons water relays, open swim (Tues. & Thurs. afternoons) and more.

Campers will be divided into two separate groups by grade, K-1st graders & 2nd-6th graders. Each group will have their own daily schedule supervised by a camp director and counselors. Your child will be placed in a swim level appropriated to his or her age and skill level on the first day of camp. Each session will include an all-camp special event and a special off-site trip.

Fantastical Adventures! June 19-30Each day will find us on a Fantastical Adventure. Whether it be creating our own beasts, playing muggle ball, making fairy houses or going on a dinosaur egg hunt you are sure to have fun in this fantasy filled session of camp. Join us, Adventure is out there! On Friday, June 30th we will travel to the Oakland Zoo for a day of fun and checking out all of the fantastic beasts.

Dive Into Book! July 17-28Books of all kinds will serve as our inspiration this session. We will dive into the pages of such books as the Joy of Cooking, Guinness Book of World Records, Give a Mouse a Cookie and so many more. This sessions bus adventure will find us enjoying a picnic and swimming at McNears Park in San Rafael, Friday, July 21st.

Nothin’ But Fun! July 31-August 11The title says it all! We’ve had all types of fun this summer and we’ll be including the favorites from past weeks along with plenty of new and exciting FUN projects, games and adventures. We’ll wrap the session up with a trip to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Friday, August 11th.

FOR INCOMING KINDERGARTEN – 6TH GRADERSLocated at Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley

SESSION DATES TIME GRADE IN FALL FEE COURSE # TRIP LOCATION

6/19-6/309:30am-4pm

K-1st$589 42472

6/30: Oakland Zoo*8am-6pm $739 42485

6/19-6/309:30am-4pm

2nd-6th$589 42473

6/30: Oakland Zoo*8am-6pm $739 42474

7/17-7/289:30am-4pm

K-1st$589 42475

7/21: McNears*8am-6pm $739 42476

7/17-7/289:30am-4pm

2nd-6th$589 42477

7/21: McNears*8am-6pm $739 42478

7/31-8/119:30am-4pm

K-1st$589 42479

8/11: Six Flags*8am-6pm $739 42480

7/31-8/119:30am-4pm

2nd-6th$589 42481

8/11: Six Flags*8am-6pm $739 42482

Daily drop-ins are welcome, 9:30am-4pm, $60 per day, or

Drop-in Camp Fast Pass 10days/$600Extended Care 8am-6pm, $18 per day

Drop-in days DO NOT include swim lesson.Please see camp cancellation policy on page 3.

Drop-in not available on trip days.Please pre-register for trips, see page 3.



SUMMER TRIPS

Hop on the bus and join us for a Friday Adventure! Children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to join Camp on their weekly Friday adventures. Campers will travel via chartered school bus and escorted by camp staff on their Friday quest for

fun. The staff to camper ratio on trips is approximately 8 to 1.

Campers should be dressed appropriately for the day, including sunscreen, and bring lunch and spending money. Campers are required to have a current emergency card on file and wear a camp shirt. Shirts are available for purchase prior to the trip for $8. All trips depart and return from/to the Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto.

TRIP DATE TRIP LOCATION HOURS FEE COURSE # TRIP DESCRIPTION

Fri. 6/30 Oakland Zoo 9:30am-4pm $70 42486 All aboard for a safari and scavenger hunt through the zoo complete with train ride.

Fri. 7/14 Cal Skate 9:30am-4pm $70 42487 Skate the afternoon away under the disco ball and groove to the music.

Fri. 7/21 McNears Park 9:30am-4pm $70 42488 Swim, play games and explore this Marin County gem.

Fri. 8/11 Six Flags 9:30am-5:30pm $80 42489 Explore the park with your friends. Go on rides, see shows and have fun.

Trip Cancellation Policy: Patron requested refunds/credits for trips must be requested no later than 7 working days prior to the programs start date. No refunds will be requested after the 7 day deadline.


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TENNIS CAMP

Half Day Tennis CampThree hours of instruction, games, conditioning exercises, and lots of fun. Children will learn stroke technique, hand-eye coordination, footwork, scoring and tennis etiquette. This is a fun, active camp that promotes tennis as a game kids will enjoy for the rest of their lives. Activities are informally grouped by age and ability. Refreshments will be provided. Early registration is recommended for this popular camp. All participants will receive a Boyle Park Tennis t-shirt.

Instructor: Chris Reiff, 5 classes

MORNINGSAge Day Dates Time Fee Course #

5-13 M-F 6/12-6/16 9:30am-12:30pm $175 421955-13 M-F 6/19-6/23 9:30am-12:30pm $175 421965-13 M-F 6/26-6/30 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422045-13 M&W-F 7/3-7/7 9:30am-12:30pm $140 422055-13 M-F 7/10-7/14 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422065-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422075-13 M-F 7/24-7/28 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422085-13 M-F 7/31-8/4 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422095-13 M-F 8/7-8/11 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422105-13 M-F 8/14-8/18 9:30am-12:30pm $175 422115-13 M-F 8/21-8/25 9:30am-12:30pm $175 42212

AFTERNOONSAge Day Dates Time Fee Course #

5-13 M-F 6/12-6/16 1-4pm $175 422135-13 M-F 6/19-6/23 1-4pm $175 422145-13 M-F 6/26-6/30 1-4pm $175 422155-13 M&W-F 7/3-7/7 1-4pm $140 422165-13 M-F 7/10-7/14 1-4pm $175 422175-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 1-4pm $175 422185-13 M-F 7/24-7/28 1-4pm $175 422195-13 M-F 7/31-8/4 1-4pm $175 422205-13 M-F 8/7-8/11 1-4pm $175 422215-13 M-F 8/14-8/18 1-4pm $175 422225-13 M-F 8/21-8/25 1-4pm $175 42223

Location: Boyle Park, Tennis Courts Upper No camp 7/4. Drop-In: $40 per class if space is available Must wear court shoes. Loaner racquets available at camp. Extended Care available: 8:30am-9:30am & 4-5pm. $5 per hour block; pay at time of drop-off.

Full Day Tennis CampWe will break for lunch after morning session. Kids should bring packed lunch. Afternoon activities will include some tennis mixed with games, other sports & fun activities in the park. This is an alternative to the Afternoon Tennis Camp as there will be less emphasis on tennis. All participants will receive a Boyle Park Tennis t-shirt.

Instructor: Chris Reiff, 5 classes


5-13 M-F 6/12-6/16 9:30am-4pm $325 422245-13 M-F 6/19-6/23 9:30am-4pm $325 422255-13 M-F 6/26-6/30 9:30am-4pm $325 422265-13 M&W-F 7/3-7/7 9:30am-4pm $260 422275-13 M-F 7/10-7/14 9:30am-4pm $325 421975-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 9:30am-4pm $325 421985-13 M-F 7/24-7/28 9:30am-4pm $325 421995-13 M-F 7/31-8/4 9:30am-4pm $325 422015-13 M-F 8/7-8/11 9:30am-4pm $325 422025-13 M-F 8/14-8/18 9:30am-4pm $325 422035-13 M-F 8/21-8/25 9:30am-4pm $325 42200

Location: Boyle Park, Tennis Courts Upper No camp 7/4. Drop-In: $75 per class if space is available Must wear court shoes. Loaner racquets available at camp. Extended Care available: 8:30am-9:30am & 4-5pm. $5 per hour block; pay at time of drop-off.


CAMP REFUND POLICYPatron requested refund/credits for camps must be requested no later than 7 working days prior to the programs start date. No refunds/credits will be given if requested after the 7 day deadline.


SPORTS CAMPS

Lacrosse Camp by Encore LacrosseEncore Lacrosse is excited to host the most FUNdamental lacrosse camp for introductory and intermediate players! Sign up to play the fastest sport on two feet! No previous experience is needed for beginners as safe soft are used, and lacrosse stick and mouth guard can be purchased ($30) and delivered at camp. Equipment rentals are available for the intermediate division. For more information visit the intro/intermediate tab of the lacrosse section at www.EncoreLacrosse.com or e-mail at [email protected]

Instructor: Encore Lacrosse, 5 classesAge Day Dates Time Fee Course #5-14 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-12pm $246 42094

5-14 M-F 7/17-7/21 9am-12pm $246 42093

Location: Friends Field (Middle School), South Field

Sportstime Baseball CampOver 20 years conducting youth baseball training in Marin County!

Sportstime Baseball Camps, are designed for boys and girls ages 6-11 who want the opportunity to learn and play baseball in a fun, safe and relaxed setting! Players will participate in a variety of drills, receive individual instruction and play “live” ball games. Players, are grouped according to ability, providing an efficient, fun, safe and challenging practice environment.

Scout Steve Horning and his professional staff consists of pro, college and high school level coaches, scouts and players who know how to teach kids the skills they need to get better.Sportstime Baseball Academy’s camp and lesson directors have played professional and/or college baseball and have experience teaching youth baseball skills.

Our staff will:

• Evaluate player’s skill level and thus begin to build on player’s strengths and eliminate weaknesses!

• Provide new training ideas and drills to help enhance and improve both physical and mental performance.

• Correct throwing/pitching mechanics, pick-off moves & stronger arm action!

In addition, camp participation includes:

• DAILY instructional on-field “live” baseball games!

• Baseball Olympics!

• Fun Activities!

• Raffle where EACH kid wins!

…and a Pizza Party on the last day of camp!

Visit www.sportstime.com for complete camp details including “Camp Highlight” Video.

Age Day Dates Time Course #6-11 M-Th 6/26-6/29 9am-2pm 42523

Early registration fee: $300 before April 30th Regular fee: $350, April 30th and beyond Location: Boyle Park, Baseball Diamonds (both fields)

CAMP REFUND POLICY Patron requested refunds/credits for camps must be

requested no later than 7 working days prior to the

programs start date. No refunds/credits will be given

if requested after the 7 day deadline.


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SPORTS CAMPS

Mini-Hawk 3 Sports in 1 CampSkyhawks and the Mill Valley Recreation Department are pleased to offer this special camp for boys and girls 4 to 7 years old. Mini-Hawk programs allow young children to explore soccer, baseball, and basketball in a day-program setting. There is no pressure -- just lots of fun while these young athletes participate in all three sports through unique Skyhawks games. Our Mini-Hawk coaching staff is trained to meet the specific needs of young children and is committed to helping them start off on the right foot as they venture into athletics. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 12:1. Bring bottle of water and a snack.

Instructor: Skyhawks, 5 classes


4-7 M-F 6/26-6/30 9am-12pm $160 42089

4-7 M-F 7/31-8/4 9am-12pm $160 42090

Location: Friends Field (Middle School), North Field

Hoop It Up Basketball CampThe HOOP IT UP Camp is packed with skills, drills and daily competitions! This camp is designed to make your child a better basketball player. Whether they are a beginner or intermediate player, the drills taught at this camp will help them improve your game. They will learn: footwork, passing, ball-handling and defense. Participants will enjoy fun challenges, games and daily competitions in a positive and energetic environment.

NEW FEATURES: Personal Player Video, RSBQ Workouts, Confidence Builders Program, Daily Chalk Talks and Skill of the Day. For more information visit www.NationalAcademyofAthletics.com

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics, 5 classes


7-13 M-F 7/10-7/14 9am-3pm $199 42490

7-13 M-F 7/10-7/14 9am-12pm $139 42491

7-13 M-F 8/7-8/11 9am-3pm $199 42492

7-13 M-F 8/7-8/11 9am-12pm $139 42493

Location: Middle School, Outdoor BB Courts

Air Attack Flag Football CampReady to play some football? Whether you are a beginner or advanced player, the drills taught at this camp will help you improve your game. Our non-contact, camps are the perfect introduction to football. Emphasis will be on proper conditioning and warm-ups, footwork drills, agility, passing, receiving, and game strategies. Feel good sending your kids to a football camp that’s in a fun and safe environment with a motivating and positive coaching staff. Each day the campers are challenged to do their best during instruction, competitions and games. These Flag Football Camps are perfect for boys and girls ages 7 - 9 and 10 - 12. Campers are grouped by age and ability.


AGE DAY DATES TIME FEE COURSE #

7-13 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-3pm $199 42085

7-13 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-12pm $139 42086

Location: Friends Field (Middle School), North Field

All Sorts of Sports CampA great way to introduce your youngsters to the world of sports, teamwork and athletics! This camp will help to build your child’s motor control, hand-eye coordination, agility and many other sports related skills. Your child will have a blast playing games with the other children including: T-ball, basketball, soccer, flag football, capture the flag, relay & obstacle races and a whole lot more. This camp will feature different activities so that by the end of the day your child will be familiar with a variety of athletic activities! We will have highly energetic, motivating and experienced teachers and instructors working with each group of students.

NEW FEATURES: Personal Player Video, RSBQ Workouts, Confidence Builders Program, Daily Chalk Talks and Skill of the Day.



5-14 M-F 6/26-6/30 9am-3pm $199 42100

5-14 M-F 6/26-6/30 9am-12pm $139 42103

5-14 M-F 8/14-8/18 9am-3pm $199 42101

5-14 M-F 8/14-8/18 9am-12pm $139 42102

Location: Friends Field (Middle School), South Field



programs start date. No refunds/credits will be given.




ART CAMPS

Mile-High Adventure in ArtCreativity soars as high as the sky as students look forward to exciting new art adventures every day. Various mediums and techniques will be explored. Quality activities include innovative drawings, mono printing , creating a 3-D sea creature, cool paintings, animal dioramas and collage. In addition, students will create an Ancient Treasure Map, a night sky/outer space project and more!

Instructor: Susan Pedrin, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #5-9 M-F 6/26-6/30 9-11am $150 42190Location: Community Center, Manzanita Room

Clay, Ceramics & Pottery Art CampThis ceramics art camp will be full of fun techniques, new twists, and exciting ways to use clay to create amazing projects! Every day campers will create at least one new project with free choice time at the end of each day for creative fun. Studio 4 Art has been teaching for over 17 yrs and we LOVE art and especially clay! Come create!

Instructor: Studio 4 Art, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #5-12 M-F 7/24-7/28 9am-12pm $199 42189Location: Golf Clubhouse, 267 Buena Vista

Miss Hale’s Art Club CampYoung artist will have fun using their creative talents spending the week exploring materials, color, composition in pencil, charcoal, pastels and printmaking. Taking our inspiration from the Masters such as Matisse, Degas and Vermeer, we will pursue line, shape and color. Miss Hale has been a Kindergarten aide at Edna Maguire for several years - she loves sharing her passion and training in art with children and encouraging young artist to develop their own artistic skills.

Instructor: Katherine Hale, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #8-14 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-12pm $166 42188Location: Middle School, Portable

Poekie Nook House Building CampCome make Poekies with Sophia! For 17 years, Poekies have introduced various hand-sewing techniques to children age 6-12. Starting with easy, beginning animals, students sew their way up to advanced Poekie animals. Students are free to choose their projects depending on experience and ability. Week long summer camps will include two days of making Poekies and three days of creating houses, scenes and accessories for them, using fabric, cardboard, beads, etc.Wonder what a Poekie is? They’re not just ‘stuffed animals,’ they inspire you to create your own world. More details: poekienook.com. Tea and snack served. Bring a lunch.

Instructor: Sophia Van der Harst, 5 classes


6-12 M-F 6/19-6/23 10am-4pm $426 422326-12 M-F 7/17-7/21 10am-4pm $426 422336-12 M-F 8/7-8/11 10am-4pm $426 42234

Location: Poekie Nook, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley $25 material fee paid to instructor on first day of camp. Ex-tended Care available: 9-10am & 4-5pm. $10 per hour block (or any part of one hour), pay at drop-off.

Carpentry for KidsCarpentry for Kids is an education enrichment program for K-6 designed to teach boys and girls practical woodworking skills with an emphasis on the safe use of hand tools. These skills include measuring, fractions, sawing, drilling, rasping, fasten-ing, sanding, shaping, and assembly. In the process of learning these skills, students will have an opportunity to create fun, functional and beautiful projects, and will be exposed to a variety of valuable concepts such as abstract reasoning, applied mathematics, problem solving, craftsmanship, fine motor skills, respect for tools, and patience. $60 material fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Instructor: Kripa Davis, 5 classes


5-11 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-12pm $196 415115-11 M-F 6/19-6/23 1-4pm $196 415125-11 M-F 6/26-6/30 9am-12pm $196 424945-11 M-F 6/26-6/30 1-4pm $196 42495

Location: Middle School, Portable 2






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ART CAMPS

Extended Care Available

Camp CreativeIn this expressive art camp, professional artists will guide youth through theme based art projects using mixed media, fine art and music. Campers will learn a wide variety of art media that inspires imagination and strengthens observation skills through explorations of paint and sculpture, found object collage and more. Campers will also learn popular rock and folk songs, play sound games and showcase their inner rockstar to friend and family on the last day. Campers will engage with the local art community including a field trip to view and make site specific art in a unique setting. Drop off is no earlier than 9:30 am and pick-up is not later than 4:00 pm. Extended care is from 8:00-9:30 am and 4:00-6:00 pm (for an additional fee).

Instructor: Reed Fromer and others, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #7-12 M-F 8/7-8/11 9:30am-3:30pm $276 42410Location: Community Center, Forest Room

NEW! Extended Care Available

Camp Van GoHave fun and adventure in this exploratory art camp. Campers will explore art throughout the community including field trips to art galleries, museums and local art studios. Interactive art activities including painting, drawing, sculpture and fused glass are included. Campers will create their own sketchbook and share with family and friends with stories at the end of the week. *No extended care available.

Instructor: Kathryn Yost


7-12 W-F 7/5-7/9 9:30am-3:30pm $166 425297-12 M-F 8/14-8/18* 9:30am-3:30pm $276 42511

Location: Community Center, Forest Room

Shakespearience! Camp - Swords, Scenes & Soliloquies!A Shakespeare Performance Workshop where kids spend the week learning to play with text and swords, and discover that the play’s the thing and have a blast in doing so! Shakespearience instructors Kitty and Scott are professional classical actors. They bring Shakespeare’s works to life for students by using age appropriate sword choreography & text work. Students are guided to find their own voice within William’s words...while wielding a sword! Camp days are spent immersing students in stagecraft, play plots and background, broadsword work, theatre games, and creating ensemble. *The camp ends with a final performance of the students’ work on the last day for friends and family. www.shakespearience.net

Instructor: Shakespearience, 5 classes


8-12 M-F 7/17-7/21 9:30am-2:30pm $376 41505

8-12 M-F 7/24-7/28 9:30am-2:30pm $376 41506

8-12 M-F 7/31-8/4 9:30am-2:30pm $376 41507

12-14 M-F 8/7-8/11 9:30am-2:30pm $376 41508

Location: Old Mill Park, Amphitheatre

NEW! Extended Care Available

Enchanted ForestIt’s into the woods with this whimsical day camp. We welcome 1st - 5th graders to join us for enchanting fun! Children will learn general concepts of storytelling including: theme, plot and character development. Using classic theater and dance training techniques, professional teaching artists will work with aspiring writers and performers to discover the stories within. Children will play game and learn exercises that develop both their performative and literary skills. Budding actors will learn the art of spontaneous storytelling and the joy of creative movement. Participants will play theater games, learn choreography and enjoy theater based arts and crafts! Fantastic Friday we will watch a fairytale and celebrate with pizza, popcorn and PJ’s. This week long camp culminates with a mini share out presentation for family and friends. All camp instructors are local performers and artists with a long history of working with children. Campers will have a 45 minute lunch.

Instructor: Zphyna Caldwell, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #6-11 M-F 8/7-8/11 9:30am-3:30pm $395 42418Location: Community Center, Forest Room


EXTENDED CARE AVAILABLE FOR: • Camp Creative

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Contact: Kathryn Yost @ 415-383-1320 or

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Techsplosion.org - Junior MinecraftersCome explore the world of Minecraft with us! Junior Minecrafters will have tons of fun as they learn the basics of the world famous game. We’ll learn about the different game modes, how to craft some crazy contraptions, and even build an awesome house together! In between sessions of computer time, we’ll do other fun Minecraft stuff like papercraft, a camp-made costume party, outdoor games, and on Friday, a Minecraft potluck party!

Instructor: Techsplosion Staff, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #5-7 M-F 6/26-6/30 9am-4pm $391 41510Location: Middle School, Portable 1

Techsplosion.org - Minecraft ChallengeSpawn into the curious world of Minecraft! Learn the fundamentals of video game design as you create epic worlds with the help of your fellow campers and powerful tools like WorldEdit, make awesome screencasts like your favorite YouTubers, and during free time, compete in Minecraft Hunger Games, Sky Wars, and more! This is the Minecraft summer camp you’ve been waiting for.

Instructor: Techsplosion Inc., 5 classes


Techsplosion.org - Xtreme MinecraftersIt’s time to take your craft to the next level! We’ll learn the basics of coding mods using Java and Eclipse IDE, and dive deep into video production and game design concepts. We’ll focus on what makes great games, screencasts and mods great, and learn to use a variety of powerful tools to help make our ideas a reality.

Instructor: Techsplosion Inc., 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #10-14 M-F 7/24-7/28 9am-4pm $456 42498Location: Middle School, Portable 2 ***All campers who attend Minecraft Challenge first are invited to attend Xtreme Minecraft, regardless of age.

Star Wars Live Action FlixMay the Force be you as we guide you from Action to That’s a wrap. Students will brainstorm, location scout, bring in props/costumes, act, and direct in a collaborative movie, so come join the fun you will. *Flix downloadable a month after camp ends. $30 production fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Instructor: Incrediflix Inc., 5 classesAge Day Dates Time Fee Course #7-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 9am-12pm $181 41499

Location: Middle School, Portable 2 Camp will be held at the Mill Valley Middle School. $30 production fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Minecraft FlixTurn the video game into an exciting Minecraft movie. Using stop-motion animation, you’ll bring Steve, the creepers, and more to life. Students will write, storyboard, shoot and add voice-over in age-appropriate groups. *Flix downloadable within a month after camp ends. $30 production fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Instructor: Incrediflix Inc., 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #7-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 1-4pm $181 41500Location: Middle School, Portable 2 Camp will be held at the Mill Valley Middle School. $30 production fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Star Wars Live Action & Minecraft Flix ComboLunch supervision provided for those who register for a full day of Incrediflix camps! *Bring your own sack lunch. $60 production fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Instructor: Incrediflix Inc., 5 classes







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Batman Mechanics w/LEGO CampExplore the technology of Batman through LEGO®. Design the mechanics behind cool vehicles like the Batmobile, the Batcopter, and the Batcycle. Create the Batman’s secret hideout, the Batcave. Help invent new technologies to fight crime. Wayne Enterprises is looking for a new research and development team. This camp is designed for students with an interest in engineering and how things work and also for young innovators who have a passion to create new gadgets and contraptions.

Instructor: Play Well Teknologies, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #5-6 M-F 7/17-7/21 9am-12pm $181 42185Location: Community Center, Manzanita Room

Jedi Engineering CampYoung Jedi’s explore worlds far, far away and engineering principles right in front of them. Defeat the Empire by design-ing and refining LEGO X-Wings, R2 -Units and settlements on far-flung edges of the galaxy. Imagination and engineering combine to create motorized and architectural projects such as enemy catapults, shield generators and defense turrets.


Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #5-6 W-F 7/5-7/7 9am-12pm $109 42191Location: Middle School, Portable

Batman Master Mechanics w/LEGO CampDefeat Gotham’s villains by designing and building Batman’s most advanced crime-fighting machines! Infiltrate Arkham Asylum, build a Bat Cycle, and fly your Batcopter. Then use your projects to thwart the Joker’s plans to take over the city. Be the super-hero or super-heroine Gotham needs while engineering solutions through the use of STEM concepts!


Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #7-10 M-F 7/17-7/21 1-4pm $181 42186Location: Community Center, Manzanita Room

RC Car, Machines & MechanicsStudents will learn to operate, maintain and repair radio control cars. Professional electric RC race cars, all tools and materials for maintaining and repairing the cars, and materials for building custom racetracks are on hand. Race car parts are interchangeable, when cars wreck or parts break from wear and tear, we have a valuable opportunity to learn a variety of skills, basic to advanced including using tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, crimpers) Basic and advanced electrical circuits, mechanical and engineering concepts. Hands on experience working with brushless motors/speed control, servos, suspension, transmission and more.

Instructor: Kripa Davis, 5 classes


5-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 9am-12pm $226 414965-13 M-F 7/17-7/21 1-4pm $226 414975-13 M-F 7/24-7/28 9am-12pm $226 424965-13 M-F 7/24-7/28 1-4pm $226 42499

Location: Middle School, Portable $60 material fee paid to instructor at first class meeting.

Ninja CampEveryone wants to be a ninja, and this is a camp that will teach you how. Adapted martial arts techniques from around the world help kids gain body awareness, self-control, and self-confidence. Camp will include physical games designed to teach the ancient secrets of stealth and surprise, as well as partner games that enhance our reflexes and non-verbal communication skills. Students will sharpen their senses, strengthen their bodies, and learn skills they’ve only imagined. Specially designed for those with an inner ninja waiting to sneak out.

Instructor: Circus of Smiles, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #6-9 M-F 7/10-7/14 9am-12pm $196 42184Location: Middle School, Portable

Yoga for Kids CampIn this camp children will explore ways to take a more mindful approach to their world, through this fun and creative intro to yoga. This camp will explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation techniques while conveying important lessons in self-awareness, self-control, self-esteem, social skills and positive thinking. Each day begins with a group discussion and yoga practice customized to a daily theme, music, story telling, arts and craft projects. The yoga practice includes an equal balance of active and passive poses.

Instructor: Daina Selph, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #6-10 M-F 7/10-7/14 9am-12pm $231 42183Location: Community Center, Manzanita Room, Campers should bring a water bottle and a snack each day to camp. Campers should also wear comfortable clothing (stretchy pants, shorts) and shoes that are easy to slip on and off. A $20 material fee is due to the instructor the first day of camp.






SUMMER ROAD WARRIORS

Session 1: Summer ThrillsStart your Summer the right way and join our Teen Road Warriors Camp for its most thrilling week! We will be heading to all corners of the Bay Area to participate in some of the most exciting activities around! Planned trips include Driven Raceways, paintball, and more!

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #10-14 M-F 6/19-6/23 9am-4pm $460 41859

Session 2: High FlyersYou don’t have to spend your whole summer on the ground. Why not spend some time in the air?! Whether your jumping, speeding or diving though it, you’ll be spending a lot of your time in the sky! Don’t miss out! Planned trips include Six Flags, iFly and more!


Session 3: Summer Service LeadersTake an opportunity this summer to give back to the community. Join us as we work with local non-profit organizations and learn how we can positively impact the world around us! These volunteer opportunities will give you the chance to develop skills that you can use in the future and will allow you to help out in the community right now! As a thank you for your hard work through out the week, Road Warriors will be heading to Six Flags on the last day of the camp!


Session 4: Making WavesSpend the hottest part of the year jumping in to some cool H2O! We’ll be surfing over and swimming in different waters each and every day! Whether we’re surfing indoors or slipping and sliding at the local water park, you won’t want to miss this final week of camp! Planned Trips include rafting, Raging Waters and more!


Session 5: Sports and MoreIs there a better time of year to head outdoors then the summer?! Join Road Warriors as we head out for our most active session! Whether you’re rooting for local teams or teaming up with your fellow campers and competing against the counselors, this week promises to be high-energy fun! Planned trips include laser tag, archery and more!


Session 6: Summer Service LeadersNow you have multiple opportunities to give back to the community this summer! Join Road Warriors for a second week of working with local non-profit organizations! These volunteer opportunities will give you the chance to develop skills that you can use in the future and will allow you to help out in the community right now! As a thank you for your hard work through out the week, Road Warriors will be heading to Six Flags on the last day of the camp!


Session 7: High Flyers...Encore!Our most popular week of camp returns! For the second time this Summer Road Warriors will spend the week flying through the air. Leave the ground behind and join us as we soar to infinity and beyond (maybe)! Planned trips include: Rebounderz, Great America and more.


Sign up for these weekday camps just for teens. Road Warriors offers daily field trips to exciting locations all over the Bay Area. Spend time with friends, try new things and get out of the house this summer! All sessions of Road Warriors are themed, offering a variety of experiences each week. Camp meets at 9:00am in the Community Center Lobby. From there we will travel by van to our destination and return to the Community Center by 4:00pm. A daily camp itinerary with planned activities will be

made available the week before camp. Laughter and good times guaranteed. Space is limited; first-come first serve.

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Shakespearience! Camp - Swords, Scenes & Soliloquies!A Shakespeare Performance Workshop where kids spend the week learning to play with text and swords, and discover that the play’s the thing and have a blast in doing so! Shakespearience instructors Kitty and Scott are professional classical actors. They bring Shakespeare’s works to life for students by using age appropriate sword choreography & text work. Students are guided to find their own voice within William’s words...while wielding a sword! Camp days are spent immersing students in stagecraft, play plots and background, broadsword work, theatre games, and creating ensemble. *The camp ends with a final performance of the students’ work on the last day for friends and family. www.shakespearience.net

Instructor: Shakespearience, 5 classes


12-14 M-F 8/7-8/11 9:30am-2:30pm $376 41508

Location: Old Mill Park, Amphitheatre

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Shakespearience! Camp - Macbeth13-18 year old students explore and perform one of Shakespeare’s greatest timeless tragedies. The two week session concludes with the production of an abbreviated adaptation of the play, including a company battle scene.Kitty & Scott expertly guide students into the personalization of the text of Macbeth. This is realized through ensemble exercises, study in acting, vocal production and broadsword fighting. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Instructor: Shakespearience, 2 weeks

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #13-18 M-F 6/19-6/30 9:30am-2:30pm $700 41513Location: Old Mill Park, Amphitheatre

Summer Jobs - Day Camp CounselorsAges 16 & up Summer jobs are available for persons who enjoy, and have experience (paid or volunteer) working with children. Recreation leaders provide leadership and supervision for children 5 to 12 years old at day camp, playgrounds and field trip activities. This position offers 20 to 40 hours of work per week and runs from June 19th to August 11th, with mandatory in-service training in June. Pay depends on experience. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Interested persons can pick up applications at MV Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, call 415-383-1370, or go to www.millvalleyrecreation.org. Applications will be accepted until available positions are filled.

Counselor In TrainingEach two-week session will include daily training topics such as leadership, behavior management, communication, and programming. Also, included will be CPR certification. The best part is the daily interaction and camp participation with the campers and counselor role models. CITs get work experience by assisting camp staff in the supervision of campers, with set-up and clean-up of activities, and share in the excitement and enthusiasm of the camp program. CITs attend all field trips and receive a CIT shirt and sweatshirt. All CITs are required to commit to a minimum of two consecutive weeks, fill out an application, attend an interview, and a mandatory training workshop Saturday, June 10th, 10am-2pm and pay a $145 registration fee. Participants need to be committed to the program and available every day of the session. Space in each session is limited. Due to the high demand for this program, participants may only register for one session. Registrations must be received by 6/1.


13-15 M-F 6/19-6/30 9:30am-4pm $145 42500

13-15 M-F 7/5-7/14 9:30am-4pm $145 42501

13-15 M-F 7/17-7/28 9:30am-4pm $145 42502

13-15 M-F 7/31-8/11 9:30am-4pm $145 42503

Location: Community Center, TBA Participant may only register for 1 session. FEE is NONREFUNBABLE after 6/10. MANDATORY Training Day is Sat. June 10, 10am-2pm. No camp 7/3, 7/4.

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SUMMER YOUTH AQUATICS & FITNESS PROGRAMS

Volunteer Swim AideThink you might be interested in working as a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor? Do you have Volunteer Hours from school that you need to complete? Do you like working with children? Come volunteer as a teacher’s aide in our swim lesson program! At the end of the session you will receive a Certification of Volunteer Hours. $40 fee covers administrative costs associated with program.

Instructor: MVR Staff, 8 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #9-14 M-Th 7/10-7/13 9:30-11:30am $40 420699-14 M-Th 7/17-7/27 9:30-11:30am $40 420709-14 M-Th 7/31-8/10 9:30-11:30am $40 42071

Location: Aquatics Center

Teen Strength & Sports Conditioning CampJoin us this summer for a fun sport conditioning class. This camp will address many elements to help you be a better and stronger athlete. We start with an assessment which will help us set a baseline. The focus will be on building a base of strength, speed, agility and conditioning. Proper form and foundational movements will not only help build strength and power but also prevent injuries. This class will help your child prepare for their specific sport and build a strong athletic growing body in a fun way. A small ratio of 8 children to 1 trainer ensures personalized attention and ample practice time.

Instructor: Tilda Loftin, 5 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #10-14 M-F 7/10-7/14 9am-12pm $201 4207310-14 M-F 7/10-7/14 1-4pm $201 42147

Location: Community Center, Tamalpais Room

Junior Lifesaver AcademyLearn how to become an extreme Red Cross hero! This day camp is an action packed adventure where you will learn skills that can help save lives. In addition to practicing your skills and developing a diverse lifesaving background, camp will be filled with fun and games such as arts & crafts, sports and games. At the end of 2 weeks you will be certified through the ARC in Basic First Aid, CPR for Adults, Children & Infants and Babysitters Training. You will also experience the high energy and fun ARC GuardStart Program! Participants will also learn the basics of swim instructing and help Water Safety Instructors during our Mill Valley Swim School program! You will receive interactive ARC manuals and all necessary materials. Campers need to arrive in swim suit, bring a change of clothes, lunch, water bottle, tennis shoes, towel and any snacks. This is a certification course. Fee includes $37 material fee collected by ARC.

Instructor: MVR Staff, 10 classes

Age Day Dates Time Fee Course #11-14 M-F 6/19-6/30 8:45am-3:30pm $355 42067

Location: Aquatics Center

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