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Saturday May 31, 2025
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (May 31)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind
Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
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Just Tennis - Junior Tennis League
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- Spring (Saturday)
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- May 10- June 14
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 5)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) May 17- June 21
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Soditus Graduation Party
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: May 31- July 5
NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults!
When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150
Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine.
What You'll Learn:
Hand-sewing techniques
Sewing machine basics
Sewing terminology
Creative project ideas
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- May 24- June 28
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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11:40 PM - 12:30 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 5)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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Monday June 2, 2025
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Cardio Fitness with Move N Groove Fit, LLC - Dance Party Mondays (April-June)
Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy Montagna combines her love for dance, fitness, and wellness to create fun, energizing, and effective sessions for every participant. A certified Zumba® instructor and Personal Trainer, Cindy holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from West Chester University and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and occupational therapy, she brings a deep understanding of the body and movement to every class. Whether working with teens or seniors, Cindy is dedicated to helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and enjoy every step of the journey toward improved health.
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Daytime Yoga with Pearl - Daytime Yoga- Mondays - SPRING
Please note: All participants must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. At this time face masks are optional, if you are feeling under the weather please be considerate of the other people attending the class and wear a mask.Yoga is the wonderful science of physical and mental well being that has withstood the test of time. You will learn exercises that tone the body and keep you flexible; breathing and meditation techniques that quiet the nervous system; and raise your energy level and dynamic positive thinking.Register early - space is limited and classes fill up quickly!Please bring your own yoga mat with you!
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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Adult Tap Beginner-Spring
The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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50+ Women - Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training
Small Group Personal Training for women 50+ (Mondays)
Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community.
Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- Spring
The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- May 19- June 23
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
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Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- Spring
The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
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Tuesday June 3, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- Spring (Tuesday)
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) May 20- June 24
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) May 13- June 17
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: May 13- June 17
NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults!
When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230
Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- May 20- June 24
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- April 29- June 3
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- April 29- June 3
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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Thursday June 5, 2025
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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1:40 PM - 2:30 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Pre-School Learn to Skate Session #5
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) May 15- June 19
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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5:40 PM - 6:10 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 6.5
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- May 15- June 19
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) May 22- June 26
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- May 15- June 19
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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YOGA in the PARK - YOGA in the Park
Kick-off the Summer season with a fun and relaxing Yoga class in the Park! Join Instructor Deanna as she guides you through an easy-to-follow Yoga sequence that's for all fitness levels. A Functional Yoga style that helps you improve your flexibility, balance and strength. This class is beginner friendly and a perfect way to get fit and enjoy nature at the same time.Please bring a yoga mat, beach towel and water bottle to class.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels. Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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YOGA in the PARK - YOGA in the Park - Drop In Rate
Kick-off the Summer season with a fun and relaxing Yoga class in the Park! Join Instructor Deanna as she guides you through an easy-to-follow Yoga sequence that's for all fitness levels. A Functional Yoga style that helps you improve your flexibility, balance and strength. This class is beginner friendly and a perfect way to get fit and enjoy nature at the same time.Please bring a yoga mat, beach towel and water bottle to class.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels. Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
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Saturday June 7, 2025
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Summer)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in June 7)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind
Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Little Kickers - United Sports
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8:45 AM - 11:15 AM
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Just Tennis - Junior Tennis League
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- Spring (Saturday)
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- May 10- June 14
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 5)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) May 17- June 21
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: May 31- July 5
NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults!
When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150
Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine.
What You'll Learn:
Hand-sewing techniques
Sewing machine basics
Sewing terminology
Creative project ideas
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- May 24- June 28
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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11:40 PM - 12:30 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 5)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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Monday June 9, 2025
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Contemporary Crafts- June 9-13
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Youth Clay Summer Camp with Fired Up Pottery - Dragons and Magic Clay Camp
Choose from two different Camps!Dragons and Magic Themed: June 9th-13th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From dragon eye plaques to wands and several things in between.
Under the Sea Themed: August 4th-8th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From a fish plate to sharks and several things in between.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Cardio Fitness with Move N Groove Fit, LLC - Dance Party Mondays (April-June)
Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy Montagna combines her love for dance, fitness, and wellness to create fun, energizing, and effective sessions for every participant. A certified Zumba® instructor and Personal Trainer, Cindy holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from West Chester University and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and occupational therapy, she brings a deep understanding of the body and movement to every class. Whether working with teens or seniors, Cindy is dedicated to helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and enjoy every step of the journey toward improved health.
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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Adult Tap Beginner-Spring
The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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50+ Women - Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training
Small Group Personal Training for women 50+ (Mondays)
Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community.
Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- Spring
The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 9-13
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- May 19- June 23
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
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Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- Spring
The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
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Tuesday June 10, 2025
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Contemporary Crafts- June 9-13
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Youth Clay Summer Camp with Fired Up Pottery - Dragons and Magic Clay Camp
Choose from two different Camps!Dragons and Magic Themed: June 9th-13th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From dragon eye plaques to wands and several things in between.
Under the Sea Themed: August 4th-8th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From a fish plate to sharks and several things in between.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- Spring (Tuesday)
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) May 20- June 24
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 9-13
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 10-12
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) May 13- June 17
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: May 13- June 17
NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults!
When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230
Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- May 20- June 24
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- June 10- July 15
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- June 10- July 15
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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Wednesday June 11, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Cardio Fitness with Move N Groove Fit, LLC - Dance Party Wednesdays
Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy Montagna combines her love for dance, fitness, and wellness to create fun, energizing, and effective sessions for every participant. A certified Zumba® instructor and Personal Trainer, Cindy holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from West Chester University and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and occupational therapy, she brings a deep understanding of the body and movement to every class. Whether working with teens or seniors, Cindy is dedicated to helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and enjoy every step of the journey toward improved health.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Contemporary Crafts- June 9-13
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Youth Clay Summer Camp with Fired Up Pottery - Dragons and Magic Clay Camp
Choose from two different Camps!Dragons and Magic Themed: June 9th-13th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From dragon eye plaques to wands and several things in between.
Under the Sea Themed: August 4th-8th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From a fish plate to sharks and several things in between.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Spring 2025)
Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 9-13
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 10-12
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Wednesday) May 14- June 18
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- June 11- July 16
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- June 11- July 16
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- May 7- June 11
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Thursday June 12, 2025
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Contemporary Crafts- June 9-13
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Youth Clay Summer Camp with Fired Up Pottery - Dragons and Magic Clay Camp
Choose from two different Camps!Dragons and Magic Themed: June 9th-13th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From dragon eye plaques to wands and several things in between.
Under the Sea Themed: August 4th-8th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From a fish plate to sharks and several things in between.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #1)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 9-13
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 10-12
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) May 15- June 19
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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5:40 PM - 6:10 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 6.5
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- May 15- June 19
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) May 22- June 26
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- May 15- June 19
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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YOGA in the PARK - YOGA in the Park
Kick-off the Summer season with a fun and relaxing Yoga class in the Park! Join Instructor Deanna as she guides you through an easy-to-follow Yoga sequence that's for all fitness levels. A Functional Yoga style that helps you improve your flexibility, balance and strength. This class is beginner friendly and a perfect way to get fit and enjoy nature at the same time.Please bring a yoga mat, beach towel and water bottle to class.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels. Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
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Friday June 13, 2025
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Contemporary Crafts- June 9-13
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Youth Clay Summer Camp with Fired Up Pottery - Dragons and Magic Clay Camp
Choose from two different Camps!Dragons and Magic Themed: June 9th-13th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From dragon eye plaques to wands and several things in between.
Under the Sea Themed: August 4th-8th, 2025Join us everyday this week as we create amazing clay creations by hand. From a fish plate to sharks and several things in between.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Wild About Animals! STEAM Art Camps
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Ceramics Workshop June 9-13
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- May 30- July 11
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:15 PM - 7:05 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 6)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
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Pom Dance (dance team-cheer techniques) with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pom Dance- Spring
Pom DancePom dance is a high energy blend of Jazz, hip hop, and dance team/cheer techniques. Learn fundamental skills to perform on a school or studio dance team including sharp, precise movements and synchronization while incorporating poms. The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335.
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7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Fridays (Session 6)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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8:15 PM - 9:15 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Intermediate- Spring
Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
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8:30 PM - 9:45 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Saturday June 14, 2025
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Summer)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (June 14)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Community CPR/AED and First Aid - CPR-AED & First Aid Training
Be prepared to save a life! When cardiac arrest occurs, immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival. This hands-on course will teach you essential CPR, AED, and first aid skills in a fun and engaging environment. You'll learn how to provide immediate care for injuries and sudden illnesses, focusing on the critical first five minutes. Upon completion, participants will receive an AHA certification via email within 7-10 business days, valid for two years.Each year, more than 350,000 EMS-assessed out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests sadly won’t survive.When a person has a cardiac arrest, their survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby. CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double, or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival.In his years of service, Sean has seen too often people will not start CPR on someone, either because they are scared or because they do not know how. Every minute that CPR is withheld decreases the chances of survival by 10%.Because he has seen a family’s hurt when a loved one is lost due to the lack of receiving such care, He decided to help as many people as possible to understand and learn how easy it really is to apply this life-saving technique. First Aid is the immediate care given to the injured or suddenly ill person. This information will concentrate on the first five minutes of care. Properly applied first aid can save lives, reduce recovery time, and quite possibly make a huge difference in someone’s life. Sean lives and works in Chester County. He’s been in the Fire/EMS Emergency Services for 15 years. He is a certified Stop the Bleed and CPR/AED and First Aid instructor through the American Heart Association, He is a full-time career FF/NREMT with Cleveland Cliffs Plate (Formerly Lukens Steel) in Coatesville, PA, and part time with Downingtown Fire Department; Minquas EMS. He is also an active member with the Thorndale Volunteer Fire Company and the East Brandywine Volunteer Fire Company. Join us for a fun and entertaining day filled with valuable information that can help save lives!
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind
Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Little Kickers - United Sports
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- Spring (Saturday)
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- May 10- June 14
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 5)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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11:40 AM - 12:30 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 5)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) May 17- June 21
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: May 31- July 5
NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults!
When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150
Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine.
What You'll Learn:
Hand-sewing techniques
Sewing machine basics
Sewing terminology
Creative project ideas
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- Spring
Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences. Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- May 24- June 28
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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Monday June 16, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Art and Nature Camp- June 16-20
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at East Ward
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 1
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Snapology Summer Camps - Snapology Pokemania
Pokemania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready for an adventure like no other with Pokemania at Snapology! Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of Pokémon, where students will create their own gyms, battle it out, and even design their very own generation of Pokémon! Along the way, kids will explore real-world science, discovering the habitats of their favorite Pokémon. It's an action-packed experience that's as fun as it is educational! Your child will have a blast training to become the ultimate Pokémon master-don't miss out on this epic journey!MiniFigure Mania (Ages 4-8)-Get ready for the ultimate adventure at Mini-Figure Mania! This camp is your chance to dive into our secret stash of mini-figures-from iconic movie characters and sea creatures to SpongeBob and beyond! We'll shrink down to mini-figure size and create our very own epic mini-figure worlds. It's a world of creativity, imagination, and endless fun! Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience-let the mania begin!Snapology Movie Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to bring your favorite animated movies to life like never before in this super-fun camp! From Toy Story and Train Your Dragon to The Lion King, Onward, Frozen, and Trolls, you'll use your imagination and LEGO bricks to recreate iconic scenes and characters. It's a camp filled with creativity, action, and all your animated favorites! Don't miss your chance to be part of the magic-sign up now!Snapology Motor Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to rev up your creativity and engineering skills in Snapology's Motor Mania program! Designed for budding engineers, this program introduces foundational engineering concepts through hands-on activities using LEGO bricks and motorized components. Participants will explore simple machines, gears, pulleys, and levers while designing and building moving models like cars, windmills, and more. Through teamwork and problem-solving, kids will learn how mechanics and engineering come to life, sparking their curiosity about STEM in a fun and engaging way.
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Theatre on Ice Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Theatre on Ice Camp
Theatre Camp (Ages: 6-16)June 16-20,2025The Theater on Ice Camp is open to figure skaters who passed Basic 2 and above and are between the ages of 6 and 16. During this week-long full day camp the skaters are trained & perform your favorite show. The show will take place at 3:30 on Friday June 16. Includes Lunch* presented by Exton Edge Figure Skating Club
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Cardio Fitness with Move N Groove Fit, LLC - Dance Party Mondays (April-June)
Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy Montagna combines her love for dance, fitness, and wellness to create fun, energizing, and effective sessions for every participant. A certified Zumba® instructor and Personal Trainer, Cindy holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from West Chester University and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and occupational therapy, she brings a deep understanding of the body and movement to every class. Whether working with teens or seniors, Cindy is dedicated to helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and enjoy every step of the journey toward improved health.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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50+ Women - Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training
Small Group Personal Training for women 50+ (Mondays)
Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community.
Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- May 19- June 23
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Tuesday June 17, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Art and Nature Camp- June 16-20
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at East Ward
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 1
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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Snapology Summer Camps - Snapology Pokemania
Pokemania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready for an adventure like no other with Pokemania at Snapology! Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of Pokémon, where students will create their own gyms, battle it out, and even design their very own generation of Pokémon! Along the way, kids will explore real-world science, discovering the habitats of their favorite Pokémon. It's an action-packed experience that's as fun as it is educational! Your child will have a blast training to become the ultimate Pokémon master-don't miss out on this epic journey!MiniFigure Mania (Ages 4-8)-Get ready for the ultimate adventure at Mini-Figure Mania! This camp is your chance to dive into our secret stash of mini-figures-from iconic movie characters and sea creatures to SpongeBob and beyond! We'll shrink down to mini-figure size and create our very own epic mini-figure worlds. It's a world of creativity, imagination, and endless fun! Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience-let the mania begin!Snapology Movie Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to bring your favorite animated movies to life like never before in this super-fun camp! From Toy Story and Train Your Dragon to The Lion King, Onward, Frozen, and Trolls, you'll use your imagination and LEGO bricks to recreate iconic scenes and characters. It's a camp filled with creativity, action, and all your animated favorites! Don't miss your chance to be part of the magic-sign up now!Snapology Motor Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to rev up your creativity and engineering skills in Snapology's Motor Mania program! Designed for budding engineers, this program introduces foundational engineering concepts through hands-on activities using LEGO bricks and motorized components. Participants will explore simple machines, gears, pulleys, and levers while designing and building moving models like cars, windmills, and more. Through teamwork and problem-solving, kids will learn how mechanics and engineering come to life, sparking their curiosity about STEM in a fun and engaging way.
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Theatre on Ice Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Theatre on Ice Camp
Theatre Camp (Ages: 6-16)June 16-20,2025The Theater on Ice Camp is open to figure skaters who passed Basic 2 and above and are between the ages of 6 and 16. During this week-long full day camp the skaters are trained & perform your favorite show. The show will take place at 3:30 on Friday June 16. Includes Lunch* presented by Exton Edge Figure Skating Club
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Adventurers (5 Week Sesssion)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Adventurers (Day 1)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Summer 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) May 20- June 24
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) May 13- June 17
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Tuesdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: May 13- June 17
NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults!
When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230
Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- May 20- June 24
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Tuesdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Tuesdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- June 10- July 15
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- June 10- July 15
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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Wednesday June 18, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Cardio Fitness with Move N Groove Fit, LLC - Dance Party Wednesdays
Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy Montagna combines her love for dance, fitness, and wellness to create fun, energizing, and effective sessions for every participant. A certified Zumba® instructor and Personal Trainer, Cindy holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from West Chester University and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and occupational therapy, she brings a deep understanding of the body and movement to every class. Whether working with teens or seniors, Cindy is dedicated to helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and enjoy every step of the journey toward improved health.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Art and Nature Camp- June 16-20
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at East Ward
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 1
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Snapology Summer Camps - Snapology Pokemania
Pokemania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready for an adventure like no other with Pokemania at Snapology! Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of Pokémon, where students will create their own gyms, battle it out, and even design their very own generation of Pokémon! Along the way, kids will explore real-world science, discovering the habitats of their favorite Pokémon. It's an action-packed experience that's as fun as it is educational! Your child will have a blast training to become the ultimate Pokémon master-don't miss out on this epic journey!MiniFigure Mania (Ages 4-8)-Get ready for the ultimate adventure at Mini-Figure Mania! This camp is your chance to dive into our secret stash of mini-figures-from iconic movie characters and sea creatures to SpongeBob and beyond! We'll shrink down to mini-figure size and create our very own epic mini-figure worlds. It's a world of creativity, imagination, and endless fun! Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience-let the mania begin!Snapology Movie Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to bring your favorite animated movies to life like never before in this super-fun camp! From Toy Story and Train Your Dragon to The Lion King, Onward, Frozen, and Trolls, you'll use your imagination and LEGO bricks to recreate iconic scenes and characters. It's a camp filled with creativity, action, and all your animated favorites! Don't miss your chance to be part of the magic-sign up now!Snapology Motor Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to rev up your creativity and engineering skills in Snapology's Motor Mania program! Designed for budding engineers, this program introduces foundational engineering concepts through hands-on activities using LEGO bricks and motorized components. Participants will explore simple machines, gears, pulleys, and levers while designing and building moving models like cars, windmills, and more. Through teamwork and problem-solving, kids will learn how mechanics and engineering come to life, sparking their curiosity about STEM in a fun and engaging way.
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Theatre on Ice Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Theatre on Ice Camp
Theatre Camp (Ages: 6-16)June 16-20,2025The Theater on Ice Camp is open to figure skaters who passed Basic 2 and above and are between the ages of 6 and 16. During this week-long full day camp the skaters are trained & perform your favorite show. The show will take place at 3:30 on Friday June 16. Includes Lunch* presented by Exton Edge Figure Skating Club
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Investigators (5 Week Session)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Investigators (Day 1)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Spring 2025)
Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Summer 2025)
Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Wednesday) May 14- June 18
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- June 11- July 16
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- June 11- July 16
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- June 18- July 23
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Thursday June 19, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Art and Nature Camp- June 16-20
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at East Ward
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 1
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 1
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 1
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 1
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Snapology Summer Camps - Snapology Pokemania
Pokemania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready for an adventure like no other with Pokemania at Snapology! Join us as we dive into the thrilling world of Pokémon, where students will create their own gyms, battle it out, and even design their very own generation of Pokémon! Along the way, kids will explore real-world science, discovering the habitats of their favorite Pokémon. It's an action-packed experience that's as fun as it is educational! Your child will have a blast training to become the ultimate Pokémon master-don't miss out on this epic journey!MiniFigure Mania (Ages 4-8)-Get ready for the ultimate adventure at Mini-Figure Mania! This camp is your chance to dive into our secret stash of mini-figures-from iconic movie characters and sea creatures to SpongeBob and beyond! We'll shrink down to mini-figure size and create our very own epic mini-figure worlds. It's a world of creativity, imagination, and endless fun! Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience-let the mania begin!Snapology Movie Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to bring your favorite animated movies to life like never before in this super-fun camp! From Toy Story and Train Your Dragon to The Lion King, Onward, Frozen, and Trolls, you'll use your imagination and LEGO bricks to recreate iconic scenes and characters. It's a camp filled with creativity, action, and all your animated favorites! Don't miss your chance to be part of the magic-sign up now!Snapology Motor Mania (Ages 5-12)-Get ready to rev up your creativity and engineering skills in Snapology's Motor Mania program! Designed for budding engineers, this program introduces foundational engineering concepts through hands-on activities using LEGO bricks and motorized components. Participants will explore simple machines, gears, pulleys, and levers while designing and building moving models like cars, windmills, and more. Through teamwork and problem-solving, kids will learn how mechanics and engineering come to life, sparking their curiosity about STEM in a fun and engaging way.
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Theatre on Ice Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Theatre on Ice Camp
Theatre Camp (Ages: 6-16)June 16-20,2025The Theater on Ice Camp is open to figure skaters who passed Basic 2 and above and are between the ages of 6 and 16. During this week-long full day camp the skaters are trained & perform your favorite show. The show will take place at 3:30 on Friday June 16. Includes Lunch* presented by Exton Edge Figure Skating Club
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Clinics with Justin DePietropaolo - Experienced Adult Morning Tennis Clinic (SUMMER)
Adult Experienced Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Experienced Adult Tennis class focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Adult Fundamental Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Fundamental Adult Tennis Clinic are for players who are looking to get into tennis or maybe have just had a clinic here and there. This clinic will go over fundamentals of strokes and the game. Adult Tennis Open Sunday Morning Clinic:Join this adult class that focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Players will need to provide their own racquet.Instructor: Justin DePietropaolo (Downingtown High School - East and West Men's and Women's Tennis Coach)
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Summer 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Busted! - Concert
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3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Busted! - Concert
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) May 15- June 19
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:40 PM - 6:10 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 6.5
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- May 15- June 19
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) May 22- June 26
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- May 15- June 19
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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YOGA in the PARK - YOGA in the Park
Kick-off the Summer season with a fun and relaxing Yoga class in the Park! Join Instructor Deanna as she guides you through an easy-to-follow Yoga sequence that's for all fitness levels. A Functional Yoga style that helps you improve your flexibility, balance and strength. This class is beginner friendly and a perfect way to get fit and enjoy nature at the same time.Please bring a yoga mat, beach towel and water bottle to class.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels. Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
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Friday June 20, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Art and Nature Camp- June 16-20
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp (1/2 day AM)
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Theatre on Ice Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Theatre on Ice Camp
Theatre Camp (Ages: 6-16)June 16-20,2025The Theater on Ice Camp is open to figure skaters who passed Basic 2 and above and are between the ages of 6 and 16. During this week-long full day camp the skaters are trained & perform your favorite show. The show will take place at 3:30 on Friday June 16. Includes Lunch* presented by Exton Edge Figure Skating Club
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Great Big Messy Art Camp
Wild About Animals! STEAM Art CampsWelcome to the wonderful world of animals! From deserts and savannas to rain forests and the Arctic Circle, we will learn about animals and their habitats. We will create animals in all shapes, sizes and colors. We will discover the special ways they move around, their unique ways of communicating and how animals adapt to survive in their habitats. We will design toucans, monkeys, lions and camels inspired by artists. We will create masterpieces with ostriches, polar bears, llamas, river otters, squirrels and stingrays! Each lesson will introduce fun art techniques while we explore STEAM concepts.Great Big Messy Art CampOh, go ahead and make a mess! That’s what this camp is all about – messy art and creativeimagination-expanding experiences! Everything we do is messy: sticky spaghetti designs, paintthat fizzes and POPS, messy portraits that match our own messy faces, squeeze art andAfrican mud painting! AND SLIME! These happy creative experiments spark our imaginations.So come mess with Abrakadoodle, winner of “the best art class to bring out your child’s innerPicasso!”Super Doodle Art CampSuper Size, Superheros, and Super FUN! You're a kid! You're an artist! You're a SuperDoodler! Create super-sized drawings and masks! Imagine superheroes and your own superpowers! Make a super-mess and produce spectacular sculptures and paintings! Blast off with super space art and more! SuperDoodlers create nonstop super FUN in this super-duper camp!Art Madness! STEAM CampArt is everywhere! You can find art while digging in the dirt, looking up at the sky, watching a storm and while relaxing at the beach! So many wacky and wonderful things can be created when you set your imagination free. Everything we make is fun: sunset silhouettes, Aboriginal dot art, beach drawings, sculptures and 3D art. We learn about soil layers, sunlight colors, thunderstorms, succulent plants, stained glass and much more. Have a blast playing with colors, lines, shapes, textures and forms while you learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts!Summer Surfing Art CampSummer is the best time for catching rays and waves while having a summer blast of FUN! This camp transports us to a virtual tropical paradise where we’ll create the perfect wave, design fish that may look a little like Uncle Harry, make and fly airplanes towing a message, create watercolor seascapes like artist Heather Brown and more. We will be serenaded by beach music while we play seaside games and join in super summer adventures! This salute to summer includes ten art and creativity projects along with a boatload of FUN by Abrakadoodle, winner of seven Nickelodeon Parent Picks awards for the “Best Art Classes to Inspire Your Child’s Inner Picasso.” Surf’s up! Come and catch this summer wave!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 1
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Mixon Party
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12:40 PM - 1:20 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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1:30 PM - 2:10 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- May 30- July 11
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:15 PM - 7:05 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 6)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Fridays (Session 6)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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8:30 PM - 9:45 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Saturday June 21, 2025
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Summer)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (June 21)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind
Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Little Kickers - United Sports
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9:25 AM - 10:05 AM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- June 21- July 26
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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10:15 AM - 10:55 AM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 5)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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11:40 AM - 12:30 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 5)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) May 17- June 21
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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12:40 PM - 1:20 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Jones Birthday Party
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1:30 PM - 2:10 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: May 31- July 5
NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults!
When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150
Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine.
What You'll Learn:
Hand-sewing techniques
Sewing machine basics
Sewing terminology
Creative project ideas
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- May 24- June 28
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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Monday June 23, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Ceramics Camp- June 23-27
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8) - Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers
Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)This is a great camp to get students ready for Kindergarten! Make a big splash and join us for adventures in our Under the Sea Art Camp. Campers will learn all about jellyfish, octopuses, dolphins, whales and even mermaids! There’s nothing fishy about using cool tools and materials to create fun paintings, collages, sculptures and more. Campers will have oceans of fun designing cool art projects, playing games, reading stories, learning about ecology and examining underwater habitats. So dive in! You won’t get wet but you’ll make some new friends and have tons of FUN under the sea!Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)Half day: 9 am-12:00 pmJune 23-26thJuly 14-17thJuly 28-July 31stAugust 4th-7th
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 11-14
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 6-10
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at Brandywine Walace
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Photography Summer Camps by The Photography Workshop - West Chester Photography Camp June 23-27
Are your kids constantly taking pictures with their smart phone or the camera they received as a gift? Does your child have a creative flair, but just needs a little help expressing it? If so, you may have the next Ansel Adams on your hands! If your child loves taking photographs of family and friends, special events, or just for fun, please fuel their passion by sending them to our summer photography camp. We will teach your child the many aspects of the art of photography. This camp focuses on nature, landscapes, sports, and summer fun!We will cover how a camera works and which settings are best for specific photographic situations. We'll teach simple yet powerful tricks that will take your child's photography to the next level. Every child will have a tremendous amount of fun and will leave camp a better photographer.Our camp is designed to teach real world skills that allow every child to express their individual creativity and to develop their own artistic style and vision. Additionally, each child will grow as a person, learn how to work with others and a team and hopefully make many new friends with similar interests along the way. Camp is for photographers ages 9 to 16. This week-long camp is in-person and on-location
Digital Dreamers- Creative AI ART (7/21-7/25/25 9am-12pm) Ages 7-16
Does your child have an imagination? This camp is about teaching kids how to create photo realistic images using the newest and most advanced AI image generation technology. Let your kids’ imagination flow freely to create truly unique and fun images based on their thoughts and ideas using AI technology. Your child will learn photographic composition ideas and how the right lighting plays an important role in great image creation. Our camp offers a blend of technical education, creative development, and personal growth opportunities, making it a valuable experience for any youth interested in technology and creativity. While much of the camp will be held inside our studio, we will allow ample time outdoors for relaxation and to explore the environment for inspiration
Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp (Aug. 18-22,2025) - Ages 11-18Discover the magic of photography after dark at our Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp, designed specifically for teens aged 11-18. Over the course of an exciting week, campers will dive into the art and science of capturing stunning images in low-light and night time settings. Camp Highlights: • Creative Indoor Night Photography: Experiment with innovative techniques to master low-light photography in a controlled indoor environment. • Fire Spinning Photography: Learn to safely capture breathtaking images of spinning flames, creating dynamic light trails. • Evening and Night Street Photography: Explore the streets as they come alive after dark, capturing the mood and energy of the night.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Longwood Gardens Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Longwood)West Chester Photography Camp (Camp will meet at studio)Hickory Park/Chester Springs Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Hickory Park)
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 2
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Yoga Summer Camps - Yoga Summer Camp
Yoga Summer CampJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for a week full of movement, mindfulness, and fun this summer! Each day will include yoga-inspired stories, yoga flow, games, mindfulness and a related activity or craft. Some crafts include creating a mandalas in nature for mindfulness, positive affirmation rocks, mini Zen garden and even designing your own canvas yoga bag. Each participant will have a chance to pick a new yoga mat to practice with during the week and then bring home to keep on Friday.*Please bring a healthy snack, water bottle, and dress comfortably each day to camp.Registration Deadlines:June Camp must register by: May 31, 2025August Camp must register by: July 31, 2025
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Let 'Em Play Hockey Camp with Power Play Ice Rink - Let'em Play Hockey
Let 'Em Play (Ages 10-15)LET ‘EM PLAY Ice Hockey Camp offers 2 different weeks of camps on June 23-27, 2025 & Aug 4-8, 2025 ; you can do one or both.Games, Games & More Games! This stress-free camp flips the balance of traditional camps practice plans! Don’t think you’re getting off the hook! Skills are built into each battle drill or competitive situation on and off the ice! Camp runs 5 days: 4 Days at PP Rinks, 1 Day (Friday) at Marsh Creek State Park for lake and pool activities! Open to 2015-2010, includes a lunch* Runs 9am-4:30pm (Friday 10:30am drop off/pick up 3:30 at Marsh Creek)Participant must own there own hockey gear!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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50+ Women - Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training
Small Group Personal Training for women 50+ (Mondays)
Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community.
Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 23-27
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Downingtown Junior Summer Tennis Team - Summer Junior Tennis Team
Junior Summer Tennis Team with Justin DePietropaolo (ages 8-17)We only have match play on Wednesdays and we’ll have practices on the first 2 Mondays. This will provide match play opportunities for players. We'll have 3 home dates and 3 away dates. We will also hold practices on the first two Mondays at the beginning of the season. Each home match we play at Downingtown West High School Tennis Courts.Players will need to bring water and a racquet. Opponents will be: Pennypacker, Whitford, Concord, Radley Run, and Kennett Country Clubs.*The league requires a certain amount of players in each “age division.” So for instance we need about 7 players each between the ages 10-12, 13-14, and 15-17. This is not recommended for beginners. All participants must know how to rally, serve, and score on their own. Please see our other options for instructional tennis Camps.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- May 19- June 23
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Tuesday June 24, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Ceramics Camp- June 23-27
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8) - Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers
Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)This is a great camp to get students ready for Kindergarten! Make a big splash and join us for adventures in our Under the Sea Art Camp. Campers will learn all about jellyfish, octopuses, dolphins, whales and even mermaids! There’s nothing fishy about using cool tools and materials to create fun paintings, collages, sculptures and more. Campers will have oceans of fun designing cool art projects, playing games, reading stories, learning about ecology and examining underwater habitats. So dive in! You won’t get wet but you’ll make some new friends and have tons of FUN under the sea!Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)Half day: 9 am-12:00 pmJune 23-26thJuly 14-17thJuly 28-July 31stAugust 4th-7th
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 11-14
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 6-10
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at Brandywine Walace
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Photography Summer Camps by The Photography Workshop - West Chester Photography Camp June 23-27
Are your kids constantly taking pictures with their smart phone or the camera they received as a gift? Does your child have a creative flair, but just needs a little help expressing it? If so, you may have the next Ansel Adams on your hands! If your child loves taking photographs of family and friends, special events, or just for fun, please fuel their passion by sending them to our summer photography camp. We will teach your child the many aspects of the art of photography. This camp focuses on nature, landscapes, sports, and summer fun!We will cover how a camera works and which settings are best for specific photographic situations. We'll teach simple yet powerful tricks that will take your child's photography to the next level. Every child will have a tremendous amount of fun and will leave camp a better photographer.Our camp is designed to teach real world skills that allow every child to express their individual creativity and to develop their own artistic style and vision. Additionally, each child will grow as a person, learn how to work with others and a team and hopefully make many new friends with similar interests along the way. Camp is for photographers ages 9 to 16. This week-long camp is in-person and on-location
Digital Dreamers- Creative AI ART (7/21-7/25/25 9am-12pm) Ages 7-16
Does your child have an imagination? This camp is about teaching kids how to create photo realistic images using the newest and most advanced AI image generation technology. Let your kids’ imagination flow freely to create truly unique and fun images based on their thoughts and ideas using AI technology. Your child will learn photographic composition ideas and how the right lighting plays an important role in great image creation. Our camp offers a blend of technical education, creative development, and personal growth opportunities, making it a valuable experience for any youth interested in technology and creativity. While much of the camp will be held inside our studio, we will allow ample time outdoors for relaxation and to explore the environment for inspiration
Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp (Aug. 18-22,2025) - Ages 11-18Discover the magic of photography after dark at our Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp, designed specifically for teens aged 11-18. Over the course of an exciting week, campers will dive into the art and science of capturing stunning images in low-light and night time settings. Camp Highlights: • Creative Indoor Night Photography: Experiment with innovative techniques to master low-light photography in a controlled indoor environment. • Fire Spinning Photography: Learn to safely capture breathtaking images of spinning flames, creating dynamic light trails. • Evening and Night Street Photography: Explore the streets as they come alive after dark, capturing the mood and energy of the night.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Longwood Gardens Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Longwood)West Chester Photography Camp (Camp will meet at studio)Hickory Park/Chester Springs Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Hickory Park)
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 2
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Yoga Summer Camps - Yoga Summer Camp
Yoga Summer CampJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for a week full of movement, mindfulness, and fun this summer! Each day will include yoga-inspired stories, yoga flow, games, mindfulness and a related activity or craft. Some crafts include creating a mandalas in nature for mindfulness, positive affirmation rocks, mini Zen garden and even designing your own canvas yoga bag. Each participant will have a chance to pick a new yoga mat to practice with during the week and then bring home to keep on Friday.*Please bring a healthy snack, water bottle, and dress comfortably each day to camp.Registration Deadlines:June Camp must register by: May 31, 2025August Camp must register by: July 31, 2025
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Let 'Em Play Hockey Camp with Power Play Ice Rink - Let'em Play Hockey
Let 'Em Play (Ages 10-15)LET ‘EM PLAY Ice Hockey Camp offers 2 different weeks of camps on June 23-27, 2025 & Aug 4-8, 2025 ; you can do one or both.Games, Games & More Games! This stress-free camp flips the balance of traditional camps practice plans! Don’t think you’re getting off the hook! Skills are built into each battle drill or competitive situation on and off the ice! Camp runs 5 days: 4 Days at PP Rinks, 1 Day (Friday) at Marsh Creek State Park for lake and pool activities! Open to 2015-2010, includes a lunch* Runs 9am-4:30pm (Friday 10:30am drop off/pick up 3:30 at Marsh Creek)Participant must own there own hockey gear!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Adventurers (5 Week Sesssion)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Adventurers (Day 2)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Summer 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) May 20- June 24
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 23-27
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 24- 26
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) June 24- July 29
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Tuesdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: June 24- July 29
NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults!
When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230
Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- May 20- June 24
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Tuesdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Tuesdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- June 10- July 15
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- June 10- July 15
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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Wednesday June 25, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Ceramics Camp- June 23-27
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8) - Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers
Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)This is a great camp to get students ready for Kindergarten! Make a big splash and join us for adventures in our Under the Sea Art Camp. Campers will learn all about jellyfish, octopuses, dolphins, whales and even mermaids! There’s nothing fishy about using cool tools and materials to create fun paintings, collages, sculptures and more. Campers will have oceans of fun designing cool art projects, playing games, reading stories, learning about ecology and examining underwater habitats. So dive in! You won’t get wet but you’ll make some new friends and have tons of FUN under the sea!Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)Half day: 9 am-12:00 pmJune 23-26thJuly 14-17thJuly 28-July 31stAugust 4th-7th
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 11-14
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 6-10
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at Brandywine Walace
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Photography Summer Camps by The Photography Workshop - West Chester Photography Camp June 23-27
Are your kids constantly taking pictures with their smart phone or the camera they received as a gift? Does your child have a creative flair, but just needs a little help expressing it? If so, you may have the next Ansel Adams on your hands! If your child loves taking photographs of family and friends, special events, or just for fun, please fuel their passion by sending them to our summer photography camp. We will teach your child the many aspects of the art of photography. This camp focuses on nature, landscapes, sports, and summer fun!We will cover how a camera works and which settings are best for specific photographic situations. We'll teach simple yet powerful tricks that will take your child's photography to the next level. Every child will have a tremendous amount of fun and will leave camp a better photographer.Our camp is designed to teach real world skills that allow every child to express their individual creativity and to develop their own artistic style and vision. Additionally, each child will grow as a person, learn how to work with others and a team and hopefully make many new friends with similar interests along the way. Camp is for photographers ages 9 to 16. This week-long camp is in-person and on-location
Digital Dreamers- Creative AI ART (7/21-7/25/25 9am-12pm) Ages 7-16
Does your child have an imagination? This camp is about teaching kids how to create photo realistic images using the newest and most advanced AI image generation technology. Let your kids’ imagination flow freely to create truly unique and fun images based on their thoughts and ideas using AI technology. Your child will learn photographic composition ideas and how the right lighting plays an important role in great image creation. Our camp offers a blend of technical education, creative development, and personal growth opportunities, making it a valuable experience for any youth interested in technology and creativity. While much of the camp will be held inside our studio, we will allow ample time outdoors for relaxation and to explore the environment for inspiration
Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp (Aug. 18-22,2025) - Ages 11-18Discover the magic of photography after dark at our Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp, designed specifically for teens aged 11-18. Over the course of an exciting week, campers will dive into the art and science of capturing stunning images in low-light and night time settings. Camp Highlights: • Creative Indoor Night Photography: Experiment with innovative techniques to master low-light photography in a controlled indoor environment. • Fire Spinning Photography: Learn to safely capture breathtaking images of spinning flames, creating dynamic light trails. • Evening and Night Street Photography: Explore the streets as they come alive after dark, capturing the mood and energy of the night.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 2
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Yoga Summer Camps - Yoga Summer Camp
Yoga Summer CampJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for a week full of movement, mindfulness, and fun this summer! Each day will include yoga-inspired stories, yoga flow, games, mindfulness and a related activity or craft. Some crafts include creating a mandalas in nature for mindfulness, positive affirmation rocks, mini Zen garden and even designing your own canvas yoga bag. Each participant will have a chance to pick a new yoga mat to practice with during the week and then bring home to keep on Friday.*Please bring a healthy snack, water bottle, and dress comfortably each day to camp.Registration Deadlines:June Camp must register by: May 31, 2025August Camp must register by: July 31, 2025
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Let 'Em Play Hockey Camp with Power Play Ice Rink - Let'em Play Hockey
Let 'Em Play (Ages 10-15)LET ‘EM PLAY Ice Hockey Camp offers 2 different weeks of camps on June 23-27, 2025 & Aug 4-8, 2025 ; you can do one or both.Games, Games & More Games! This stress-free camp flips the balance of traditional camps practice plans! Don’t think you’re getting off the hook! Skills are built into each battle drill or competitive situation on and off the ice! Camp runs 5 days: 4 Days at PP Rinks, 1 Day (Friday) at Marsh Creek State Park for lake and pool activities! Open to 2015-2010, includes a lunch* Runs 9am-4:30pm (Friday 10:30am drop off/pick up 3:30 at Marsh Creek)Participant must own there own hockey gear!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Investigators (5 Week Session)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Nature Summer Camp: Where the Wild things Live - Nature Investigators (Day 2)
Nature Adventures (Ages 4-6)Discover where the wild ones live on land, in the air, and in the water! We will explore where birds mammals, insects, reptiles, fish, and amphibians live and makes them special. Have fun doing hands-on, action-packed nature activities: games, walks, crafts and stories.Nature Investigators (Ages 7-11)What animals live in the field, forest, sky and stream? Use your detective skills! Be ready for fun, hands-on, action-packed activities: hikes, games and crafts each morning! Children should be ready to get wet and dirty ( dress appropriately), bring a peanut free snack and water bottle.2025- No Nature Camp the week of July 4th.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Summer 2025)
Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 23-27
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 24- 26
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Downingtown Junior Summer Tennis Team - Summer Junior Tennis Team
Junior Summer Tennis Team with Justin DePietropaolo (ages 8-17)We only have match play on Wednesdays and we’ll have practices on the first 2 Mondays. This will provide match play opportunities for players. We'll have 3 home dates and 3 away dates. We will also hold practices on the first two Mondays at the beginning of the season. Each home match we play at Downingtown West High School Tennis Courts.Players will need to bring water and a racquet. Opponents will be: Pennypacker, Whitford, Concord, Radley Run, and Kennett Country Clubs.*The league requires a certain amount of players in each “age division.” So for instance we need about 7 players each between the ages 10-12, 13-14, and 15-17. This is not recommended for beginners. All participants must know how to rally, serve, and score on their own. Please see our other options for instructional tennis Camps.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- June 11- July 16
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- June 11- July 16
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- June 18- July 23
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - Co-Ed Spring Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Thursday June 26, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Ceramics Camp- June 23-27
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Art Camps with Abrakadoodle - Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8) - Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers
Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)This is a great camp to get students ready for Kindergarten! Make a big splash and join us for adventures in our Under the Sea Art Camp. Campers will learn all about jellyfish, octopuses, dolphins, whales and even mermaids! There’s nothing fishy about using cool tools and materials to create fun paintings, collages, sculptures and more. Campers will have oceans of fun designing cool art projects, playing games, reading stories, learning about ecology and examining underwater habitats. So dive in! You won’t get wet but you’ll make some new friends and have tons of FUN under the sea!Under the Sea Art Camp for Mini Doodlers (Ages 4-8)Half day: 9 am-12:00 pmJune 23-26thJuly 14-17thJuly 28-July 31stAugust 4th-7th
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 11-14
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Basketball Camp - Basketball Camp - Ages 6-10
Join the Philadelphia Basketball School Summer Camp and be part of something truly special! Our mission is to use the game of basketball to build self-confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships in every player, no matter their experience level.Led by a team of coaches who have played at the highest levels—current and former collegiate and professional athletes—our camp welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners picking up a ball for the first time to seasoned athletes looking to elevate their game.Throughout the week, campers will grow through skill-building drills, exciting games, and a fun-filled tournament with prizes and awards that celebrate teamwork and effort. Off the court, they’ll gain inspiration from a special guest speaker and create lasting memories with their peers. Every camper will also receive a custom t-shirt as a memento of their amazing week.Come learn from the best, improve your game, and join a community that’s all about growth, fun, and support. Let’s play, grow, and thrive together!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Bricks Challenge Camp with Young Engineers - Bricks Challenge Camp at Brandywine Walace
Bricks Challenge: STEM & Engineering Fundamentals with Young Engineers Instructors Step into the world of STEM with the Bricks Challenge! This hands-on program blends science, technology, engineering, and math with creative play to introduce children to the core principles of mechanical engineering. Through fun, interactive lessons, students explore topics like forces, energy, torque, load distribution, centrifugal force, and complex mechanisms. Along the way, they’ll learn about historical inventors and scientists such as Archimedes and Leonardo da Vinci, drawing inspiration from their groundbreaking discoveries. Perfect for young builders and thinkers, Bricks Challenge fosters critical thinking, spatial recognition, and a love for learning through engaging, story-driven activities.Bricks Challenge Objectives:
Learn key principles of engineering and physics.
Introduce children to the fundamentals of classical mechanics.
Develop ability to analyze engineering processes.
Cultivate critical problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Nurture a love for science and discovery.
Expand interpersonal communication skills.
Encourage team building, cooperation, and group play skills.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Photography Summer Camps by The Photography Workshop - West Chester Photography Camp June 23-27
Are your kids constantly taking pictures with their smart phone or the camera they received as a gift? Does your child have a creative flair, but just needs a little help expressing it? If so, you may have the next Ansel Adams on your hands! If your child loves taking photographs of family and friends, special events, or just for fun, please fuel their passion by sending them to our summer photography camp. We will teach your child the many aspects of the art of photography. This camp focuses on nature, landscapes, sports, and summer fun!We will cover how a camera works and which settings are best for specific photographic situations. We'll teach simple yet powerful tricks that will take your child's photography to the next level. Every child will have a tremendous amount of fun and will leave camp a better photographer.Our camp is designed to teach real world skills that allow every child to express their individual creativity and to develop their own artistic style and vision. Additionally, each child will grow as a person, learn how to work with others and a team and hopefully make many new friends with similar interests along the way. Camp is for photographers ages 9 to 16. This week-long camp is in-person and on-location
Digital Dreamers- Creative AI ART (7/21-7/25/25 9am-12pm) Ages 7-16
Does your child have an imagination? This camp is about teaching kids how to create photo realistic images using the newest and most advanced AI image generation technology. Let your kids’ imagination flow freely to create truly unique and fun images based on their thoughts and ideas using AI technology. Your child will learn photographic composition ideas and how the right lighting plays an important role in great image creation. Our camp offers a blend of technical education, creative development, and personal growth opportunities, making it a valuable experience for any youth interested in technology and creativity. While much of the camp will be held inside our studio, we will allow ample time outdoors for relaxation and to explore the environment for inspiration
Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp (Aug. 18-22,2025) - Ages 11-18Discover the magic of photography after dark at our Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp, designed specifically for teens aged 11-18. Over the course of an exciting week, campers will dive into the art and science of capturing stunning images in low-light and night time settings. Camp Highlights: • Creative Indoor Night Photography: Experiment with innovative techniques to master low-light photography in a controlled indoor environment. • Fire Spinning Photography: Learn to safely capture breathtaking images of spinning flames, creating dynamic light trails. • Evening and Night Street Photography: Explore the streets as they come alive after dark, capturing the mood and energy of the night.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Longwood Gardens Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Longwood)West Chester Photography Camp (Camp will meet at studio)Hickory Park/Chester Springs Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Hickory Park)
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 2
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 2
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 2
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 2
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Yoga Summer Camps - Yoga Summer Camp
Yoga Summer CampJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for a week full of movement, mindfulness, and fun this summer! Each day will include yoga-inspired stories, yoga flow, games, mindfulness and a related activity or craft. Some crafts include creating a mandalas in nature for mindfulness, positive affirmation rocks, mini Zen garden and even designing your own canvas yoga bag. Each participant will have a chance to pick a new yoga mat to practice with during the week and then bring home to keep on Friday.*Please bring a healthy snack, water bottle, and dress comfortably each day to camp.Registration Deadlines:June Camp must register by: May 31, 2025August Camp must register by: July 31, 2025
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Let 'Em Play Hockey Camp with Power Play Ice Rink - Let'em Play Hockey
Let 'Em Play (Ages 10-15)LET ‘EM PLAY Ice Hockey Camp offers 2 different weeks of camps on June 23-27, 2025 & Aug 4-8, 2025 ; you can do one or both.Games, Games & More Games! This stress-free camp flips the balance of traditional camps practice plans! Don’t think you’re getting off the hook! Skills are built into each battle drill or competitive situation on and off the ice! Camp runs 5 days: 4 Days at PP Rinks, 1 Day (Friday) at Marsh Creek State Park for lake and pool activities! Open to 2015-2010, includes a lunch* Runs 9am-4:30pm (Friday 10:30am drop off/pick up 3:30 at Marsh Creek)Participant must own there own hockey gear!
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Clinics with Justin DePietropaolo - Experienced Adult Morning Tennis Clinic (SUMMER)
Adult Experienced Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Experienced Adult Tennis class focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Adult Fundamental Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Fundamental Adult Tennis Clinic are for players who are looking to get into tennis or maybe have just had a clinic here and there. This clinic will go over fundamentals of strokes and the game. Adult Tennis Open Sunday Morning Clinic:Join this adult class that focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Players will need to provide their own racquet.Instructor: Justin DePietropaolo (Downingtown High School - East and West Men's and Women's Tennis Coach)
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Summer 2025)
Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tennis Summer Camps - Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Session #2)
Please Note: All tennis camps will be held at DASD West Tennis Courts.Net Generation Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 5-12)- The Net Generation Summer Camp will focus on the younger beginner and intermediate players as they transition through the game. We will do drills, games, and match play with a focus on technique, learning and fun. We use the modified USTA recommended format using the Red, Orange and Green balls with modified court sizes.Teen Morning Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Tennis Summer Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.Teen Evening Tennis Camp (Ages 12-17)- The Teen Summer Tennis Camp will focus on taking that next step in the game through footwork, stroke production and drill based games. Players will also do match play. Downingtown West Head Tennis Coach Justin DePietropaolo oversees the program.ALL TENNIS PROGRAMS ARE GROUP INSTRUCTIONS!Instructor recommendations for Tennis Racquets(rackets):Ages 5-8 : should us a 23" racquetAges 9-11: should us a 25" racquetAges 12+ : should us a 27" racquet
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 23-27
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 24- 26
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) June 26- July 31
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:40 PM - 6:10 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 7.5
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- June 26- July 31
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) May 22- June 26
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- June 26- July 31
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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YOGA in the PARK - YOGA in the Park
Kick-off the Summer season with a fun and relaxing Yoga class in the Park! Join Instructor Deanna as she guides you through an easy-to-follow Yoga sequence that's for all fitness levels. A Functional Yoga style that helps you improve your flexibility, balance and strength. This class is beginner friendly and a perfect way to get fit and enjoy nature at the same time.Please bring a yoga mat, beach towel and water bottle to class.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels. Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
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Friday June 27, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Ceramics Camp- June 23-27
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Learn to Skate Summer Camp at Power-Play Ice Rink - Learn to Skate Summer Camp
Learn to Skate Camps (Ages 5-12) : you can do one or both!Learn to Skate Camp June 9-13, 2025 or June 23-27, 2025New to skating? Try our Learn to Skate Camp! This five-day camp (1/2 day on Friday) includes 10.5hrs. of ice time, & off-ice fun ‘n games. Open to Ages 5 to 12 years old. Must have helmet(bike) & clothes for on the ice and outside fun. Beginners welcome! Includes Lunch* (not Friday). 9am Drop-off, 3:30pm Pick-Up(Friday pick up is at 12pm and come for the “Look what I can do” skate at 11:30am)
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Photography Summer Camps by The Photography Workshop - West Chester Photography Camp June 23-27
Are your kids constantly taking pictures with their smart phone or the camera they received as a gift? Does your child have a creative flair, but just needs a little help expressing it? If so, you may have the next Ansel Adams on your hands! If your child loves taking photographs of family and friends, special events, or just for fun, please fuel their passion by sending them to our summer photography camp. We will teach your child the many aspects of the art of photography. This camp focuses on nature, landscapes, sports, and summer fun!We will cover how a camera works and which settings are best for specific photographic situations. We'll teach simple yet powerful tricks that will take your child's photography to the next level. Every child will have a tremendous amount of fun and will leave camp a better photographer.Our camp is designed to teach real world skills that allow every child to express their individual creativity and to develop their own artistic style and vision. Additionally, each child will grow as a person, learn how to work with others and a team and hopefully make many new friends with similar interests along the way. Camp is for photographers ages 9 to 16. This week-long camp is in-person and on-location
Digital Dreamers- Creative AI ART (7/21-7/25/25 9am-12pm) Ages 7-16
Does your child have an imagination? This camp is about teaching kids how to create photo realistic images using the newest and most advanced AI image generation technology. Let your kids’ imagination flow freely to create truly unique and fun images based on their thoughts and ideas using AI technology. Your child will learn photographic composition ideas and how the right lighting plays an important role in great image creation. Our camp offers a blend of technical education, creative development, and personal growth opportunities, making it a valuable experience for any youth interested in technology and creativity. While much of the camp will be held inside our studio, we will allow ample time outdoors for relaxation and to explore the environment for inspiration
Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp (Aug. 18-22,2025) - Ages 11-18Discover the magic of photography after dark at our Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp, designed specifically for teens aged 11-18. Over the course of an exciting week, campers will dive into the art and science of capturing stunning images in low-light and night time settings. Camp Highlights: • Creative Indoor Night Photography: Experiment with innovative techniques to master low-light photography in a controlled indoor environment. • Fire Spinning Photography: Learn to safely capture breathtaking images of spinning flames, creating dynamic light trails. • Evening and Night Street Photography: Explore the streets as they come alive after dark, capturing the mood and energy of the night.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Yoga Summer Camps - Yoga Summer Camp
Yoga Summer CampJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for a week full of movement, mindfulness, and fun this summer! Each day will include yoga-inspired stories, yoga flow, games, mindfulness and a related activity or craft. Some crafts include creating a mandalas in nature for mindfulness, positive affirmation rocks, mini Zen garden and even designing your own canvas yoga bag. Each participant will have a chance to pick a new yoga mat to practice with during the week and then bring home to keep on Friday.*Please bring a healthy snack, water bottle, and dress comfortably each day to camp.Registration Deadlines:June Camp must register by: May 31, 2025August Camp must register by: July 31, 2025
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 2
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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Let 'Em Play Hockey Camp with Power Play Ice Rink - Let'em Play Hockey
Let 'Em Play (Ages 10-15)LET ‘EM PLAY Ice Hockey Camp offers 2 different weeks of camps on June 23-27, 2025 & Aug 4-8, 2025 ; you can do one or both.Games, Games & More Games! This stress-free camp flips the balance of traditional camps practice plans! Don’t think you’re getting off the hook! Skills are built into each battle drill or competitive situation on and off the ice! Camp runs 5 days: 4 Days at PP Rinks, 1 Day (Friday) at Marsh Creek State Park for lake and pool activities! Open to 2015-2010, includes a lunch* Runs 9am-4:30pm (Friday 10:30am drop off/pick up 3:30 at Marsh Creek)Participant must own there own hockey gear!
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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Enameling and Glass Workshop June 23-27
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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12:40 PM - 1:20 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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1:30 PM - 2:10 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- May 30- July 11
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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6:15 PM - 7:05 PM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 6)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Fridays (Session 6)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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8:30 PM - 9:45 PM
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DARC Adult Softball Leagues- Team Registrations - MEN's SPRING Softball Team Registrations (2025)
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners!- SPRING CO-ED Division- "Honey Badgers"- FALL CO-ED Division- "Beaver Creak Tavern"DARC offers Adult Co-Ed & Men’s Softball Leagues during the spring/summer and fall seasons. The spring/summer softball leagues generally run from late April until late June/early July. The fall softball leagues generally run from early September until late October/early November. Each League is divided into Competitive and Recreational Divisions for competitive balance.Game locations vary between Kerr Park in Downingtown and Shamona Creek Park in Upper Uwchlan. The Competitive Divisions play mainly at Kerr Park.Men's League games are typically scheduled for Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. Co-Ed Recreational League games are typically scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Co-Ed Competitive League games are typically scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons.All registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis and will continue until the league is full.
Umpires fees Increased in 2022 to $25/game.
COED Team registrations are under one category. Please select Competitive or Recreational League at check out.
March 2025: Our leagues are currently forming. We plan to begin playing in early MAY. If we have enough teams to create a recreational and a competitive league we will. If you are still interested in forming a team, please reach out to us at the office (610-269-9260).Spring Team Captain's Meeting April 17th at 6PM at the DARC Office.
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Saturday June 28, 2025
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Summer)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (June 28)
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, BOOT CAMP has been canceled. Our instructor has suffered an Achilles tendon injury and requires surgery, preventing them from leading the program as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-269-9260. Thank you for your support, and we wish our instructor a smooth recovery! 04/03/25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind
Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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8:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Little Kickers - United Sports
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9:25 AM - 10:05 AM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- June 21- July 26
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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10:15 AM - 10:55 AM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
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Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 5)
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult. No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee. No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet. Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets. You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate" this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program" Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older. This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class. You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
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11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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11:40 AM - 12:30 PM
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Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 5)
We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey. Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game. Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more. All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) June 28- Aug. 2
Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
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12:40 PM - 1:20 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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1:30 PM - 2:10 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: May 31- July 5
NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults!
When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150
Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine.
What You'll Learn:
Hand-sewing techniques
Sewing machine basics
Sewing terminology
Creative project ideas
This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace!
Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- May 24- June 28
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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Monday June 30, 2025
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 3 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 3 - Extended Care
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Elementary Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Drawing and Painting- June 30- July 3
ELEMENTARY ARTIST CAMPSArt and Nature Camp (June 16-19 and August 5-9; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Does your child enjoy nature? Exploring surroundings and collecting stones, shells, or butterflies? This camp will take us outside to observe plants, birds, and any natural treasures we can find. We will then incorporate them into our artwork. Feel free to bring in found objects to share in class. We will practice sketching and drawing techniques, but also collage and build 3D projects. Try something new and share ideas in a cohort of young artists in our art studio environment and direct instruction from an experienced artist and teacher.Beginner Ceramics Camp (June 17-June 21; 9:00AM-11:00AM, July 1-5 (no class 7/4); 9:00AM-11:30AM and August 12-16; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard, durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliantly-colored surface. Students will enjoy using a variety of clay colors and methods to create original pieces either as functional craft pieces coiled, rolled slab or hand-built into sculptures using additive and subtractive methods. When the pieces are ready to glaze, everyone loves picking from the many beautiful colors and textures of glazes to complete their work. *The clay process takes two weeks, so it is recommended for students to sign up for two weeks of camp in order to complete their projects.Drawing And Painting Camp (June 24-28, August 19-23; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students with an interest in drawing and painting basics will learn various traditional methods of sketching, drawing, and rendering with an array of materials. They will review and explore basic painting techniques and color mixing. Work and styles by famous artists will be studied. Students will work toward trying new techniques and practicing with previously learned methods. Come join the fun during this summer combo camp! Rain or shine - we'll work outside on beautiful days!Construction and Design Camp (July 15-July 19, 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12Students will use a variety of materials in creating original art in 2D and 3D. Options for collage/assemblage, wind sculptures, clay, paper mache, weaving, wood sculptures, or paper making. We will look at artwork by Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Larry Fuente, and other prominent artists. Bring us your interesting reusable materials, nature objects, colorful tiles, and more. Start collecting now!Contemporary Crafts Camp (July 29 -August 2, August 26-30; 9:00AM-11:00AM)Ages: 5-12These projects are always changing! So many new crafts are being invented. Try some new twists on some familiar crafts like tie-dying, fiber art, sewing, Culpey clay, marbling, paper art, and even edible art! Send your exciting new suggestions to Beth at chrysalisartcenter@gmail.com ahead of camp week so we can experiment here at the studio!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Photography Summer Camps by The Photography Workshop - Photography Camp at Hickory Park
Are your kids constantly taking pictures with their smart phone or the camera they received as a gift? Does your child have a creative flair, but just needs a little help expressing it? If so, you may have the next Ansel Adams on your hands! If your child loves taking photographs of family and friends, special events, or just for fun, please fuel their passion by sending them to our summer photography camp. We will teach your child the many aspects of the art of photography. This camp focuses on nature, landscapes, sports, and summer fun!We will cover how a camera works and which settings are best for specific photographic situations. We'll teach simple yet powerful tricks that will take your child's photography to the next level. Every child will have a tremendous amount of fun and will leave camp a better photographer.Our camp is designed to teach real world skills that allow every child to express their individual creativity and to develop their own artistic style and vision. Additionally, each child will grow as a person, learn how to work with others and a team and hopefully make many new friends with similar interests along the way. Camp is for photographers ages 9 to 16. This week-long camp is in-person and on-location
Digital Dreamers- Creative AI ART (7/21-7/25/25 9am-12pm) Ages 7-16
Does your child have an imagination? This camp is about teaching kids how to create photo realistic images using the newest and most advanced AI image generation technology. Let your kids’ imagination flow freely to create truly unique and fun images based on their thoughts and ideas using AI technology. Your child will learn photographic composition ideas and how the right lighting plays an important role in great image creation. Our camp offers a blend of technical education, creative development, and personal growth opportunities, making it a valuable experience for any youth interested in technology and creativity. While much of the camp will be held inside our studio, we will allow ample time outdoors for relaxation and to explore the environment for inspiration
Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp (Aug. 18-22,2025) - Ages 11-18Discover the magic of photography after dark at our Enchanted Evenings: Creative Night Photography Summer Camp, designed specifically for teens aged 11-18. Over the course of an exciting week, campers will dive into the art and science of capturing stunning images in low-light and night time settings. Camp Highlights: • Creative Indoor Night Photography: Experiment with innovative techniques to master low-light photography in a controlled indoor environment. • Fire Spinning Photography: Learn to safely capture breathtaking images of spinning flames, creating dynamic light trails. • Evening and Night Street Photography: Explore the streets as they come alive after dark, capturing the mood and energy of the night.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Longwood Gardens Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Longwood)West Chester Photography Camp (Camp will meet at studio)Hickory Park/Chester Springs Photography Camp (Camp will meet at Hickory Park)
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 3-4 - BW- K Week 3
1/2024: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: ( 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 5-6 - BW- K Week 3
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Brandywine Wallace Elementary School Ages 7-11 - BW- E Week 3
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 3-4 - EW-PS Week 3
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-School Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANYWINE WALLCE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 5-6 - EW-K Week 3
1/2023: Mask policy- optional but we ask that if your child is sick(coughing, sneezing, etc) to be considerate to others health and have them wear a mask.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarden Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ East Ward Elementary School Ages 7-11 - EW- E Week 3
The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 3-4 - PV - PS Week 3
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Pre-school Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 5-6 - PV- K Week 3
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Kindergarten Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYOur kindergarten camps have a lower number of campers and a higher ratio of camp staff to meet the needs of the younger children.Each of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities and one day per week will be a “water day” with water related activities (weather permitting). Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.Please note: As stated in our camp policies, ALL campers are expected to be potty trained when they attend camp. Our staff is not trained or expected to change diapers.
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Playground Camp @ Pickering Valley Elementary School Ages 7-11 - PV- E Week 3
1/2022: Mask policy will be announced based on guidance from local health officials.The Half Day Playground Program for Elementary Age children will be offered Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 am to Noon. No camp on Fridays. WE WILL BE HOSTING PLAYGROUND CAMPS IN THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS TENTATIVELY: 1. BRANDYWINE WALLACE ELEMENTARY 2. PICKERING VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3. EAST WARD ELEMENTARYEach of the weeks will be based around a theme of the week (download the weekly theme summary from forms section below). A weekly calendar will be available each Monday with a daily schedule of events for the week. Day to day activities will include sports games, arts & crafts, team building activities. Each camp has a Site Supervisor with professional childcare experience who supervises the camp. Our staff will consist of well-qualified college and high school students. You can sign your child up for one week or all summer.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 3
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlight trips include Lincoln Financial Field Tour, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Northbrook Canoe, and Treehouse World. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. Extended Care is available (must be purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks.The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park- Chester Springs (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs, PA 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Elementary School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (the Barn) - Upland Farm Park- Week 3
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for elementary school students aged 7 to 11 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Turkey Hill Experience, Sesame Place, a Phila Union Soccer game, Camden Aquarium, Phila Zoo, Wilmington Railroad, Northbrook Canoe, and the Treehouse Experience. Download the weekly activity summary from the forms section below.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park - the Barn (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs).Please note daily camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section. DARC will be following all CDC Guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: WE MAY HAVE TO COMBINE THIS SITE WITH ALL STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS. (Feb. 2024)
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ All-Star Baseball Academy - All-Star- Week 3
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all nine weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Bell Tavern Park (100 Bell Tavern Road) in East Caln.Please click on the weekly activity form, as some of our trips have changed.Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Middle School Adventure Camp @ Upland Farm Park (The Barn) - Upland Farm- Week 3
Our Adventure Day Camp Program for middle school students aged 11 to 14 sends your child on a unique activity each and every day. Unlike many other camps, we take your child by school bus to local attractions, events, museums, and a weekly pool session. Each week there will be one “major” trip to a park or attraction, a one-day trip to a nearby State Park, and smaller trips to local attractions and community parks. Our tentative schedule for this summer can be found in the link section below. Highlights from past programs include the Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Zip Lining, Reading Phillies, Lincoln Financial Field Tour, and Laser Quest.Our Adventure Day Camp is offered Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm. You can sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks. Extended care (purchased separately and available at All-Star Baseball Academy ONLY) is available in the morning from 7:30 to 9 am and/or in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30 pm. The Middle School Adventure Day Camp Programs have two locations for you to chose from: All Star Baseball Academy (417 Boot Rd) in Downingtown or Upland Farm Park (301 Pottstown Pike, Chester Springs 19425).Week Activity Trips are subject to change depending on destination availability and/or weather. Please note camp trips are tentative and are subject to change. You may find a summary of the weekly camp activities below under the forms section.
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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50+ Women - Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training
Small Group Personal Training for women 50+ (Mondays)
Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community.
Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.
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12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Teen Art Camps with Chrysalis Art Center - Painting Workshop June 30- July 3
TEEN WORKSHOPS/CampsEnameling Workshop Enameling is done by fusing glass powder or pieces to something metal, the art is in the design, colors and various techniques. We will use copper and powders along with bits of spun glass and fuse it together in a small kiln. After it cools, students will polish the copper piece to give it a finished look. Students will have time to make several final pieces. Come try this ancient art form still used today.Painting Workshop Compare different types of paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor, gouache) on different surfaces, experiment with innovative styles, share your own techniques and explore your preference for abstract vs. realistic subjects. Work on color mixing, layering, combining watercolor pencil and wet methods, drybrush, ink over for final details. Try pen air working outside on a landscape or springhouse study.Printmaking Workshop Why make just one picture when you can make many? Design a T-Shirt logo, card series, special prints for your friends and family. Learn how to silk screen, dry point, make several unique monoprints. I met an artist who made live fish prints and then set the fish free! Maybe you will find something that inspires you to make more than just one of something. I learned printmaking in high school and started my own business making team shirts!Ceramics Workshop Time to get creative with clay: maybe you would like to make a vase, a lifelike head, a sculpture of a dance, a mother holing a child, a decorative bowl, or a serving plate. So much in our homes are made of ceramics.*Ceramics are clay pieces fired to a hard durable "bisque," then "glazed" with a powdered glass paint which is fired again to create a hard, slick, waterproof, brilliant colored surface.(please allow 2 weeks for the drying time, firing, glazing, re-firing processes)Drawing Workshop Love to draw with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil or pastels? Let’s experiment with all of these looking at faces, figures, animals and still life this summer. Work in a studio setting, surrounded by emerging artists’ work. We will all be at different levels of experience so be prepared to learn and be inspired by others. If you have a sketchbook bring it with you and remember why you love to draw! Sculpture Workshop Sculpture is creating 3-Dimensional artwork, large or small, soft or hard, abstract or representational. Remember the joy of handling play-doh, building a snow person, and turning a box into a fort? Students will use a variety of materials (wood, clay, wire, paper, plastic, etc.) to create several sculptures. They will have fun learning techniques of sculpture, developing textures and shadows, terms, tools and styles. If you like to build things, come sculpt with us. Rain or shine - we will work outside on beautiful days!Jewelrymaking Workshop Jewelry is one of the oldest art forms and is worth a trip to a museum to see how the ancient cultures made theirs! Join us for this relaxing and focused project- designing wearable art. We will explore basic beginner necklace, pendant, earrings, and bracelets using the wide variety of materials available today. You will learn how to use tools to make a metal wire spiral, loop, clamp and crimp. The more confident you become the better your designs will become and reflect your personal style. The colors, textures and choices keep you coming back to make more!Teen Open Studio Workshop Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling, and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a camp over the summer!Students have the option to add Monday and Friday for $60 to any week EXCEPT the week of July 4 - students can add just Friday for $30 that week.The Chrysalis Art Center is located at 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, PA 19335
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Coding Camps with Code Ninjas - Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PM
Code Ninjas offers an enriching coding experience for kids, fostering the development of valuable coding skills through a game-based curriculum!Developers: Intro to Web Design- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) AMIn this beginner web development camp, Ninjas will learn HTML and CSS to build their own websites and fan pages. They'll conplete engaging projects, design live sites, and share links to their creations. Content Creators: YouTube Stars- Ages 11+ (June 23-27) PMThis camp teaches video content creation and channel management. Ninjas will design a YouTube channel, create art and thumbnails, and learn to record, edit, and upload videos. They'll also explore popular content and learn about copyrights and fair use.Roblox: World Creators- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) AMEmbark on an epic Roblox adventure! Ninjas will program and design their own 3D world, transforming imagination into reality. Campers will create unique environments to share with the Roblox community, all while exploring, innovating, and connecting in a fun, engaging setting. Creative Studio: Stop Motion Magic- Ages 8+ (June 30-July 3) PMBudding filmakers will explore stop-motion animation using Claymation, LEGO Minifigures, and paper cutouts. They'll create frame-by-frame videos, including magic tricks, character animations, and a 3-part story, fostering creativity and teamwork.Minecraft: Movie Makers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) AM Experience epic competitive coding! Dive into a game design challenge and esports competition, fueling creativity with code. Learn coding basics, create and present games, and compete in the Code Combat AI League. In our exclusive Code Ninja arena, Ninjas aim for victory with optimal code. Minecraft: Modder Gamers- Ages 8+ (July 7-11) PMThis camp lets kids transform their Minecraft Java Edition worlds using MCreator to craft custom mods. Ninjas will create elements like ores, blocks, weapons, and even nuclear TNT. They'll also learn to code with MCreator's block language and use Blockbench to bring their modding ideas to life. JR Adventurers: Roblox and Minecraft- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) AMSign up your Ninja for an exciting journey into game design with platforms like Minecraft and Roblox. Campers will explore virtual worlds, building structures, forming communities, and simulating flight, while learning key concepts of virtual environments. This dynamic camp blends fun with foundational STEM skills. JR Builders: LEGO Robotics- Ages 5-7 (July 21-25) PMGet ready for a robotics adventure with Spike Essential! Campers will learn basic concepts through fun games, then explore motors, sensors, and lights. They'll create projects like carousel's and cars while discovering coding fundamentals and solving design challenges. Minecraft: Agent Robot- Ages 8+ (July 28- August 1) AMIn this camp, Ninjas use code to control robots and automate tasks in Minecraft Education Edition, turning them into fun challenges. They'll learn concepts like loops and functions, creating events like spawning chickens, while boosting teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Roblox: The Next Level- Ages 11+ (July 28- August 1) PMThe Next Level camp challenges experienced Roblox creators to elevate their skills ! Using Lua, Nijas will craft a timed, sudden-death game and an interactive obstacle course. They'll collaborate, test, and publish their creations for the global Roblox community. Roblox experience required!**Parents please note- if you sign for child up for both an AM and PM class, your child may bring a packed lunch and childcare will be provided.
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Downingtown Junior Summer Tennis Team - Summer Junior Tennis Team
Junior Summer Tennis Team with Justin DePietropaolo (ages 8-17)We only have match play on Wednesdays and we’ll have practices on the first 2 Mondays. This will provide match play opportunities for players. We'll have 3 home dates and 3 away dates. We will also hold practices on the first two Mondays at the beginning of the season. Each home match we play at Downingtown West High School Tennis Courts.Players will need to bring water and a racquet. Opponents will be: Pennypacker, Whitford, Concord, Radley Run, and Kennett Country Clubs.*The league requires a certain amount of players in each “age division.” So for instance we need about 7 players each between the ages 10-12, 13-14, and 15-17. This is not recommended for beginners. All participants must know how to rally, serve, and score on their own. Please see our other options for instructional tennis Camps.
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- June 30- Aug. 4
Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults
Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm
Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm
Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm
Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm
Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm
Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve. (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:05 PM - 5:45 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
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Summer Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at Bell Tavern Park
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week. This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- June 2- July 7
Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
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