Summer Camps - 2010
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Hands on History Day Camp Full week day camps for ages 7-14. Program time 9am - 4pm with extended hours for before and after care available. Try something a little different this summer at the Oakville Museum, with Hands on History Fun! Explore, discover and create at this beautiful location by the lake! Join us for a summer full of active, engaging and creative programs. There will be lots of games, hands on activities, adventures and celebrations.
The program site is based in Oakville's Community Museum which has two air-conditioned program areas and 4 acres of outdoor program space. Maximum numbers per session: 24 children.
Wonders of Erchless Gardens Grow some herbs and test out some recipes. Participate in eco-friendly activities, plan a pizza garden, and after all that hard work relax with a pizza party. July 12-15 Age: 7-11
Curator's Camp Be part of a small team of student curators who will design and install an exhibition at the Oakville Museum this summer. July 26-29 Age: 11-14
Explore Oakville Explore the places and spaces that make up Oakville from the past to present. Find out how Oakville got its name, and who it's original inhabitants were. August 9-12 Age: 7-11
Take Part Art in Oakville Come to the museum this week and find out about art and artists in your community! Dabble in illustration, drama, music, fibre art, painting and sculpture. August 16-19 Age: 7-11
Mini Hands on History Something for the little ones this summer! Here's a three day "Mini Hands on History" for those not ready for a full day program. Little hands will be busy with hands on activities, discovery, games and special visitors. Maximum numbers per session: 20 children. Age 3-6
Mini Hands Take Part Art Experiment with different mediums including: music, drama, painting and sculpture. Dress for a colourful mess! July 6-9: 9:30am - 11:30am OR 1:30pm - 3:30pm August 24-26: 9:30am - 11:30am OR 1:30pm 3:30pm
Mini Hands Explore Oakville Explore your community from the days of pioneers to the present. Visit a restored pioneer farm house and participate in special community activities. July 20-22: 9:30am - 11:30am OR 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Mini Hands Explore Nursery Rhymes Go beyond the pages of your favourite stories, re-enact familiar nursery rhymes and uncover the hidden magic of your community museum. August 3-6: 9:30am - 11:30am OR 1:30pm - 3:30pm |