(c) Child’s Play NY
Indigenous People’s Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Break… these are not all days most people get off work, and yet schools are out. That is why we provide an annual round-up of day camps so your kids can have a blast and you can get some work done. All of these camps are in person, but there are still a few virtual options for those folks out of town or just being extra COVID cautious right now. I’m working on getting those added to this round-up over the next week so please check back.
Child’s Play NY – Join Child’s Play NY for dramatic play holiday camps! In these programs, campers create stories together, sing, dance and activate their imaginations. Working alongside talented theater teachers, they jump inside literature and act out adventures. The games build their social-emotional and executive function skills as well as teach joyful ways they can play at home too.
*Proceeds from their camps on Indigineous People’s Day will be donated to Manhatta Fund.
Treasure Trunk Theatre
Treasure Trunk Theatre
Treasure Trunk camps focus on creativity, collaboration, and connection through storytelling and dramatic play. Camp days run from 9:00-12:00pm, with an optional extended day until 3:00pm (and early drop off at 8:30am). Kiddos will dive into an exciting morning of theatrical games and activities to warm up their bodies, voices and imaginations before opening up the magical treasure trunk to reveal surprises like a craft project, a story book to act out, and more – all relating to the theme of the day!
Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Brooklyn Robot Foundry is offering their awesome full-day programs on major school holidays at their new location in Gowanus. Foundry Fundays are part engineering, part arts & crafts, part imagination, and a ton of fun! Each Funday features different themed projects and amazing robot creations. Kids love these hands-on classes that allow them to have fun with friends as they tap into their their creativity.
Ages: 6-10years old | Dates: October 11, November 11, December 27-30 | Time: 9a – 3p + extended stay until 5:30p | Location: 98 4th Street (@Bond), Gowanus | Cost: $165 + $20 materials fee
Textile Arts Center – We offer full day mini-sessions of classes for kids aged 5-11 when they are on break from school – even one day camps! In these classes, students explore subjects such as weaving, sewing, embroidery, printing, felting, and dyeing. Each day is dedicated to a textile process with time for outdoor play. Each Mini Camp costs $145* per day. Drop-off is at 9am and pick-up is at 5pm. Please supply your child with lunch and a snack. Space is limited.
Super Soccer Stars – Super Soccer Stars uses the ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve their soccer skills, but also develop self-confidence, teamwork, and socialization skills. Join their Fall Holiday Camp Series running at multiple locations across Brooklyn. Children ages 3-10 can enjoy a 3-hour camp filled with soccer fun in a safe and controlled environment. A typical camp day will consist of warm-up activities, skill building using imaginative imagery, games with progressive goals, a special coach’s challenge and final kick. Camps are available Columbus Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, and around Thanksgiving. Sign up for a single camp day, or join the full series! Cost: $75 a day – save $15 with Promo Code: BKCAMPS
Trailblazers – This nature-oriented Brooklyn day camp engages kids in lots of outdoor play and learning regardless of the weather. Ages: PreK-5th Grade / Dates: Indigenous Peoples Day, Mon 10/11, Election Day 11/2, and Veterans Day, Thu 11/11 / Location: Prospect Park: Lefferts Gardens – Carousel Lawn / Cost: Sliding Scale $90-$140 per day based on family income
Chelsea Piers – School Break Camps at Chelsea Piers a good option to keep your kids active, happy and healthy during their days off. We offer full-day camps for 5 – 13 year olds in Multi-Sport, Gymnastics, Soccer and Ninja + Parkour. Both Indigenous Peoples Day and Veteran’s Day are available. $150 per day.
Brooklyn Game Lab – BGL offers two types of school break programs! One features modern board game play indoors + outdoor games. The other is completely outdoors, emphasizing active and social gaming. Early drop off and late pick up hours available. Right now, only Indigenous People’s Day is listed.
NORY will offer a DIY Foosball-bot Machine Building camp on Indigenous People’s Day and it looks like they are planning camps for Veteran’s Day which will be posted soon.
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