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Summer Camp Guide 2013
This list is only the beginning. We will be adding to it regularly, so please check back often and feel free to print out our Summer Camp Worksheet to help with planning your child's Summer vacation.
Amherst:
Amherst Montessori School (Sessions for children ages 18 months - 12 years)
Common School (Programs for children ages 3-12)
Hitchcock Center for the Environment (Summer camp for children ages 6-10)
Hadley:
Hartsbrook School (Programs for children ages 4-12)
Leverett:
Khalsa Camp (Sessions for children ages 5-13)
Northampton:
Montessori School of Northampton (Camp for ...
Amherst:
Amherst Montessori School (Sessions for children ages 18 months - 12 years)
Common School (Programs for children ages 3-12)
Hitchcock Center for the Environment (Summer camp for children ages 6-10)
Hadley:
Hartsbrook School (Programs for children ages 4-12)
Leverett:
Khalsa Camp (Sessions for children ages 5-13)
Northampton:
Montessori School of Northampton (Camp for ...
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You can also sign up for a featured listing in our Summer Camp Guide. A featured listing will include your program name, town, a link to your website, your logo and up to two pictures of the camp, along with a full description of the camp.
You can also sign up for a featured listing in our Summer Camp Guide. A featured listing will include your program name, town, a link to your website, your logo and up to two pictures of the camp, along with a full description of the camp.
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May 17th through May 19th
Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - Little Mermaid at the Academy of Music
Starlight Youth Theater presents "The Little Mermaid" at the Academy of Music. Showtimes are:
Friday, May 17: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 18: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Friday, May 17: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 18: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Where: Academy of Music
274 Main Street
NorthamptonWhen: n/aWho: EveryoneHow: Purchase tickets onlineCost: 16.00 for adults; 12.00 for students/seniorsFor more info: Academy of Music
Saturday, May 18 - Northampton Community Music Center Presents Springfest '13
Enjoy performances every half-hour along Main Street in downtown Northampton by the faculty and students of the Northampton Community Music Center.
In case of rain, performances will be held at the Northampton Community Music Center.
In case of rain, performances will be held at the Northampton Community Music Center.
Where: Downtown Northampton or in case of rain
Northampton Community Music Center
139 South Street
NorthamptonWhen: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: DonationsFor more info: Northampton Community Music Center
Saturday, May 18 - Gallery Tour at the Eric Carle Museum
Join the Eric Carle Museum and artist Robert R. Zakanitch as he walks through his "garden". Book signing to follow.
Where: Eric Carle Museum
125 West Bay Road
AmherstWhen: 11:00 AMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: Free (with museum admission)For more info: Eric Carle Museum
Saturday, May 18 - Playing with Pattern and Design at the Eric Carle Museum
Join artist Robert R. Zakanitch as he inspires you to create big design using the shapes of one or more letters in your name. Book signing to follow.
Where: Eric Carle Museum
125 West Bay Road
AmherstWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: Free (with museum admission)For more info: Eric Carle Museum
Saturday, May 18 - Amherst Ballet Presents "Dances Through Time"
The Amherst Ballet presents "Dances Through Time", six pieces showcasing more than thirty dancers in classical and contemporary ballet. There will be two shows (at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.) at the Bowker Auditorium at Umass.
Where: UMass
Bowker Auditorium
AmherstWhen: 4:00 PM (Also at 7:00 p.m.)Who: EveryoneHow: Purchase onlineCost: VariesFor more info: Amherst Ballet
Sunday, May 19 - Songs for Children of all ages at the Eric Carle Museum
Songs for children of all ages presented by the Children's Chorus of Springfield. They will be performing Hatian, Brazilian, and Spanish folk songs.
Where: Eric Carle Museum
125 West Bay Road
AmherstWhen: 3:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: Free (with museum admission)For more info: Eric Carle Museum
May 17th through May 23rd
Friday, May 17 through Thursday, May 23 - Public Skating at the Mullins Center
Enjoy ice skating at the Mullins Center. Check out this week's schedule.
Where: Mullins Center
UMass Amherst
AmherstWhen: n/aWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: Adults - 6.00
Children under 12 - 4.00
Skate rental - 4.00For more info: Mullins Center
Friday, May 17 - Friday Morning Playgroup for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Toddlers and Preschoolers are invited to attend the Friday Morning Play Group at Whole Children in Hadley.
Where: Whole Children
41 Russell St.
HadleyWhen: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Todders and preschoolers with a parent/caregiverHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Call Barbara at 587-1471
Friday, May 17 - Mother Goose on the Loose at the Lilly Library
The Mother Goose on the Loose program is at the Lilly Library every Friday.
Where: Lilly Library
19 Meadow Street
FlorenceWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Newborn - age 5 with a parent/caregiverHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Lilly Library
Saturday, May 18 through Friday, May 24 - Cradle Family
Cradle is a place for new and expectant families to unify amongst a variety of workshops and classes, mom-tested and selected products and wellness services to help you and your babies both physically and emotionally.
Where: Thornes Marketplace NorthamptonWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Saturday's 11am to 4pm and closed Sunday)Who: New and expectant parents and caregiversCost: Varies
Monday, May 20 through Friday, May 24 - Second Chances Community Room
Second Chances community room is a lovely space located in south Amherst hosting a variety of workshops, classes, and special events for families.
Where: Second Chances Consignment Shop 7 Pomeroy Lane Amherst, MaWhen: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: AllCost: VariesFor more info: Looking for a place to host a class, workshop or special event? Email Lea at Leandra@shop2ndchances
Monday, May 20 through Thursday, May 23 - Northampton Parents Center Playgroup
The Northampton Parents Center is open Monday - Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., September - May.
Snacktime: 10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Clean up begins at 11:00 a.m.
Circle time starts after clean up around 11:20 a.m.
Music Classes are most Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. If schools are closed due to the weather, the Center will not be open. Unexpected closings will be announced on the NPC message line at (413) 582-2636 and posted on their website or facebook page.
Clean up begins at 11:00 a.m.
Circle time starts after clean up around 11:20 a.m.
Music Classes are most Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. If schools are closed due to the weather, the Center will not be open. Unexpected closings will be announced on the NPC message line at (413) 582-2636 and posted on their website or facebook page.
Where: Northampton Parents Center
297 Main Street
Lower Level
NorthamptonWhen: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Children ages 0-5 with a parent/caregiverHow: Just show upCost: Visitors donate 0-5.00 per family or make a membership donation of 100.00 per yearFor more info: Northampton Parents Center
Monday, May 20 - Mandarin Speaking (or Learning) Playgroup
This drop-in playgroup runs weekly on Monday mornings at Second Chances, and is for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children to play informally in a Chinese-speaking environment with their parents or other caregivers.
Where: Second Chances
7 Pomeroy Lane
AmherstWhen: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Infant, toddler, and preschool aged children and their familyHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Emily Merriman, [email protected]
Monday, May 20 - Lapsitting at the Lilly Library
This lapsitting program is for children ages newborn - 18 months at the Lilly Library. This program meets weekly on Mondays.
Where: Lilly Library
19 Meadow Street
FlorenceWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Newborns - 18 months with a parent/caregiverHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Lilly Library
Monday, May 20 - Storytime With Ellie at the Forbes Library
Join Ellie Dole for storytime every Monday at the Forbes Library. Great for all ages.
Where: Forbes Library
20 West Street
NorthamptonWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Forbes Library
Monday, May 20 - Tummy Time
This is a fun, social hour for our youngest patrons.
Where: Forbes Library, Community RoomWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PMWho: For babies 0-12 months (Not appropriate for active crawlers or walkers)How: Drop-ins welcome! NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY!!Cost: Free
Monday, May 20 - Prenatal Yoga & Labor Readiness
For many women, the birthing time is one of the most transformational periods of their lives. Come tune in to the innate wisdom of your body and soul, and connect with other expectant mamas. Reduce physical discomforts associated with pregnancy, build strength and flexibility, learn breathing techniques to relax the mind and tools helpful for labor and birth. Two weekly classes led by Corinne Andrews & Arden Sundari of Birthing Mama Yoga.
Where: Second Chances
AmherstWhen: 5:30 PMWho: Any stage of pregnancy, any fitness levelCost: Visit Yoga for Well-Being for rates
Tuesday, May 21 through Friday, May 24 - Amherst Family Center Playgroup
The drop-in playgroup at the Amherst Family Center is open Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., and Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - Noon during the school year.
Includes lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Includes lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Where: downstairs in the Unitarian Meeting house, AmherstWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Children and caregiversHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Amherst Family Center
Tuesday, May 21 - Sing with your Baby at Jones Library
The Sing with your Baby program with Wendy runs weekly on Tuesdays.
Where: Jones Library
43 Amity Street
AmherstWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Preschool aged children and a parent/caregiverHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Jones Library
Tuesday, May 21 - Baby Friendly Movie: Amherst Cinema
Check out what's playing here!
Where: Amherst CinemaWhen: 2:00 PMWho: These matinees are designated especially for people with babies. While you don't have to bring a baby, be prepared to hear a few!How: Just Show UpCost: Matinees (shows beginning before 5:00pm): Members $5.50Adults $7.75Students with a valid ID / Seniors 65+ $6.75
Tuesday, May 21 - I Can Read Book Club at the Lilly Library
The "I Can Read Book Club" for children in Kindergarten and 1st grade is at the Lilly Library every Tuesday.
Where: Lilly Library
19 Meadow Street
FlorenceWhen: 4:30 PMWho: Children in Kindergarten and 1st gradeHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Lilly Library
Wednesday, May 22 - Hatfield Playgroup
This weekly playgroup is on Wednesdays at the First Congregational Church in Hatfield. The playgroup follows the Hatfield Public School calendar.
Where: First Congregational Church
41 Main Street
HatfieldWhen: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: Infants - Kindergarten aged children and their familyHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Call Carolyn at 586-4998 x102 or e-mail [email protected]
Wednesday, May 22 - Drop-In Playgroup at Second Chances
Free drop-in playgroup at Second Chances Consignment Shop.
Where: Second Chances Consignment Shop
7 Pomeroy Lane
AmherstWhen: 10:30 AMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Call Leandra at (413) 259-9393
Wednesday, May 22 - Jewish Family Jam
The Jewish Family Jam is back and better than ever! Percussive, upbeat, lively and fun! Together we will sing, drum and dance as we explore Jewish holidays, music and values that your whole family can enjoy. No knowledge of Hebrew is necessary. Jewish Family Jam is for infants, toddlers and their caregivers.
This group meets weekly from September-June. No classes held on school vacations or holidays.
This group meets weekly from September-June. No classes held on school vacations or holidays.
Where: LGA Schechter Library
257 Prospect Street
NorthamptonWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AMWho: Infants, Toddlers, and their caregiversHow: Register in advance [email protected]Cost: 25.00 registration feeFor more info: [email protected] or www.jfswm.org
Wednesday, May 22 - Toddler Time at Forbes Library
Join the Forbes Library for stories, songs, and movement.
Where: Forbes Library
20 West Street
NorthamptonWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Toddlers and their familyHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Forbes Library
Wednesday, May 22 - Story and Craft Time
Join the North Amherst Library for a Story and Craft time every Wednesday.
Where: North Amherst Library
8 Montague Road
AmherstWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Amherst Libraries
Wednesday, May 22 - Prenatal Yoga and Labor Readiness
For many women, the birthing time is one of the most transformational periods of their lives. Come tune in to the innate wisdom of your body and soul, and connect with other expectant mamas. Reduce physical discomforts associated with pregnancy, build strength and flexibility, learn breathing techniques to relax the mind and tools helpful for labor and birth. Two weekly classes led by Corinne Andrews & Arden Sundari of Birthing Mama Yoga.
Where: The Center for Midwifery
Cooley Dickinson Hospital
NorthamptonWhen: 5:30 PMWho: Any stage of pregnancy, any fitness levelHow: Pre-register by contacting Yoga for Well-BeingCost: Visit Yoga for Well-Being for ratesFor more info: Yoga for Well-Being
Thursday, May 23 - Preschool Story Time
Join the Jones Library for their preschool storytime.
Where: Jones Library
43 Amity Street
AmherstWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Preschool Age ChildrenHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Jones Library
Thursday, May 23 - Preschool Storytime at the Lilly Library
Preschool storytime runs every Thursday at the Lilly Library.
Where: Lilly Library
19 Meadow Street
FlorenceWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Children ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiverHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Lilly Library
Thursday, May 23 - Preschool Storyhour at the Hatfield Public Library
Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, crafts, and more at this weekly story hour, every Thursday (including school vacations).
Where: Hatfield Public Library
39 Main Street
HatfieldWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Preschool aged children and their familyHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: [email protected]
Thursday, May 23 - BYOBaby at the Pilates Studio
Join the Pilates Studio for the BYOBaby program.
Where: The Pilates Studio
104 Russell Street
HadleyWhen: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Call (413) 586-3504 to registerCost: 15.00 per class / 6 classes is $75/ 10 classes is $120/ 25 classesFor more info: The Pilates Studio
Thursday, May 23 - Baby Play Group
Join the Forbes Library for a fun afternoon of play and socializing!
Where: Forbes Library
20 West Street
NorthamptonWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: This program is for ALL babies ages 0-18 months.How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Forbes Library
Thursday, May 23 - Infant Developmental Movement with Lenore Grubinger
Infant Developmental Movement with Lenore Grubinger covering topics such as: tummy time, digestion sleep, rolling, sitting, crawling, kneeling and standing.
Where: The Pilates Studio
104 Russell St.
HadleyWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: babies 1 - 8 months and their grownupsHow: Call 413-586-3504 to register. Registration is required.Cost: 15.00 each classFor more info: The Pilates Studio
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