Hot Fun in the Summer Time!
It’s almost time for summer break. Soon we’ll be hearing the splash of swimming pools and children’s laughter late into the evenings. The Times has compiled our annual “Survival Guide” for parents. From cooking classes to soccer to dance and Shakespearean productions, there is plenty to keep the whole family busy and happy during the long, hot summer.
At press time, many organizations had still not finalized their summer schedules, but we included contact information here so you can keep in touch with them as plans are finalized.
Enjoy your summertime fun!
Camps & Recreation
SPORTS SUMMER CAMP AT LAKE ST. COMPLEX
7903 Lake St. Phone Albert Landry 337-502-5231 or 337-502-5214
There will be an all day summer camp running from 8-5. This camp will be arts and crafts, guest speakers as well as sports. There will also be three one week sessions both full and ½ day camps for soccer, basketball, and flag football. They’re considering a tennis camp, but you must call for more details.
Football Camp: Boys June 8-12 Time: 8-12 noon $25
Basketball Camp: Girls and Boys July 6-9 8-12 noon $25
Soccer Camp: Girls and Boys June 15-18 8-10:30 $25
Summer Camp: June 8-July 31 both full day and ½ day
Parents can pay summer camp by the week. There is a one time $25 registration fee.
The ½ day camp is $60 a week and full day camp is $80 dollars a week.
PRICE-MILLER RECREATION CENTER
216 Albert St. Phone: 337-502-5231
For summer fun and enjoyment there are these Gym Amenities: 1 Full Size Gym w/Concession Stand, 1 Indoor Walking Trail, Playground Area, Exercise Bikes, Multi-Purpose room. The Price-Miller Recreation Center is available for rental. Call (337) 502-5231 for more details.
YMCA SIZZLING SUMMER CAMP
3426 Ryan St Phone 337-562-8383
At summer camp we have fun, we go on educational and fun field trips, we make lifelong friends and memories, and we learn lessons that will last a lifetime.
Where: First Christian Church 2525 2nd Ave, Lake Charles
When: June 1st-Aug. 14 Mon-Fri
What time: 6:30-5:30
Who: Children 5-12 years old
Cost: $30.00 Registration Fee $80.00 per week
How to Register: Registration is ongoing. Camp is limited to 60 campers per week so register early. Stop by the YMCA at 3426 Ryan St or call 562-8383 to register.
Registration for T-ball and Baseball for boys and girls ages 3-10. Registration is 35.00.
SUPERFOODS SUMMER CAMP
138 W. Prien Lake Road Phone: 905-7873
Pure Foods and Health of Lake Charles will host a SuperFoods Summer Camp for ages 4-13 during the month of June at their 138 W. Prien Lake Road store. The camp is designed to introduce youth to basic nutrition and the benefits of healthy eating.
The camp will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 1-26. Week one will be reserved for ages 4-6; week two, ages 7-10; week three, ages 11-13; and week four, 14-17. Students will have the opportunity to prepare their own pure foods.
“Good habits developed in childhood carry over to adulthood,” said owner Dr. Gene Lampson. “Our summer camp hopes to set the stage for developing good habits>”
Healthy eating in childhood and adolescence is important for proper growth and development and can prevent health problems such as obesity, dental cavities and iron deficiency. According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health
Promotion, most young people do not follow the recommendations set forth in the Dietary Guideline for Americans – 67 percent exceed recommendations for fat intake, and 72 percent exceed recommended saturated fat intake. In 2007, only 21 percent of high school students reported eating fruits and vegetables five or more times a day.
GRAND LAKE RECREATION CENTER SUMMER PROGRAM FOR KIDS
Cameron Phone: 337-905-6000
The Summer program at the Grand Lake Recreation Center is for kids age 5-18 with activities, lunch each day, and field trips, 5 days a week from 7:30am to 6pm. The program begins when school ends. Fees are charged. Register by calling the number above.
FOREMAN-REYNAUD COMMUNITY CENTER
215 Albert St. 337-436-2509
Summer Camp: June 2-July 31 and Extended Camp August 3-14 both will be from 7:30am-5pm.
There will be a one time registration fee of $15 and $55 a week. If there is more than one child in a household, there will be a price alteration, please call for specifics. This camp offers indoor and outdoor sports, arts and crafts, movie time, computer, reinforcement of math and reading, field trips, swimming lessons, and water safety. Breakfast and lunch is provided for the kids.
SUMMER DAY CAMP DREW COMMUNITY CENTER
416 Ryan St Phone 337-491-1498
Sessions: June 1-12, June 15-26, June 29-July 10, July 13-24
Ages: 6-12
Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm
Cost: $100.00
Camp activities will include: water park trips, educational seminars, pizza party, field trips, bowling, fun days tournaments, space walks, swimming, movies, and lots, more! Call for more details.
SUMMER TEEN DAY CAMP
Columbus Circle Community Center Phone 337-491-1280
Cost: $80 per teen, per two week session
The recreation department will host this camp at Columbus Circle community Center. This is for 13-15 year olds. The camp sessions will be the same as the regular day camp. Some activites will include: nature field trips, swimming, sports competitions, movies, bowling, skating. For more information call.
FREE TENNIS CAMP
Huber Park and Barbe High Phone: 337-491-1280
Dates: June 1-12, June 15-26, June 29-July 10, July 13-24
Times:
Huber Park:
Youth ages 7-12 9am-10:30am
Youth ages 13-adult 10:30am-3:30pm
Barbe High School:
Youth ages 7-12 1:30pm-3:30pm
Youth ages 13 to adult 3:30pm-6:00pm
For more information call Helen Lewis Dunn at the number above.
SPAR SULPHUR PARKS & RECREATION &AQUATIC PARK
933 West Parish Rd., Sulphur Phone: 337-721-3040
USSSA World Series
Baseball tournament July 5-12, 2009 See Contact Person Joey Odom (337) 562-1251
Dixie boy's baseball state championships baseball tournament (13-14 yr olds). July 17-23, 2009. See Contact Person Keith Powell (337) 855-9675 www.dixie.org Pool & Bracket Play SPAR Baseball Facilities.
CUB SCOUT SUMMER DAY CAMPS
304 S. Ryan St Phone: 337-436-3376
Cub Scout Day Camp, Grades 1-5
Sulphur, DeRidder, Jennings, and Leesville: June 1-5
Lake Charles: June 8-12
For more information call or go onto the council website.
BOY SCOUTS SUMMER CAMP AT CAMP EDGEWOOD
304 S. Ryan Phone 337-435-3376
Ages 11-18
This will be overnight residential camp.
June 14-20
June 21-27
For more information call or go onto the council website.
WEBELOS RESIDENT CAMP
304 S. Ryan St. Phone: 337-426-3376
For incoming 4th and 5th graders
June 28-July 1
For more information call or go onto the council website.
CAMP FIRE FUN AT WI-TA-WENTIN
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2185 Campfire Rd Phone: 337-478-6550 Online: www.coampfireswla.org
Camp Fire USA, SWLA Council offers children adventure, friends, and summertime experiences. If you go to the website listed, you can get the registration, parent packet, health form, and campership form.
2009 Camp Sessions:
June 2-12 $295
June 14-18 $295
June 21-26 $295
Day Camp is 7:30-5:30:
June 29-July 3 $125
July 6-10 $125
Optional overnight on Thursday nights only $10. All Session Prices include meals.
SPORTS CAMPS
NEW MOON GOLF OFFERS JUNIOR GOLF CLINICS
4200 Gerstner Memorial Blvd Phone: 337- 480-0700
This clinic will run from May 4-8 from 6pm-7pm. Call the number above for specifics.
NEEL & RONNIE’S GOLF & TENNIS CAMP AT GRAYWOOD
6150 Graywood Pkwy Phone: 337-477-1114 Online: www.graywoodllc.com
For a brochure/registration go online or call. Whether your child is just starting out or wants to improve their golf and tennis skills, this camp provides a fun and unique opportunity to learn the basics from two of the area’s most respected sports professionals: Neel DeRouen and Ronnie Walters.
Camp location: Graywood in Lake Charles: Neel DeRouen Golf Academy and Sports Club Tennis Complex
Session I: June 22-26
Session II July 20-24
Cost: $265 for Sports Club members; $305 for non-members
Includes lunch and snacks
RONNIE’S TENNIS CAMP
6150 Graywood Pkwy Phone: 337-477-1114 Online: www.graywoodllc.com
For a brochure/registration form, go online. If tennis is your child’s game, this camp concentrates on all the skills needed for recreation and competitive play. This camp will take place at the Sports Club Tennis Complex.
Session I two weeks June 8-19
8:30-12:30 pm each day lunch included
Cost: $330 for Sports Club members; $370 for non-members
Session II one weeks July 6-17
8:30-12:30 pm each day lunch included
Cost: $330 for Sports Club members; $370 for non-members
Session III one week July 27-31
8:30-12:30 pm each day lunch included
Cost: $330 for Sports Club members; $370 for non-members
HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS CLINIC WITH RONNIE WALTERS & AJ VARNADO
6150 Graywood Pkwy Phone: 337-274-2340 Online: www.graywoodllc.com
Junior players will have the opportunity to sharpen their tennis skills with two of the area’s most respected tennis professionals, Ronnie Walters and AJ Varnado.
Location: Premier tennis complex at the new Sports Club. Open to any student who will be enrolled in high school in the Fall. Go online or call for dates, times, and cost.
SOUTH LAKE CHARLES OPTIMIST JUNIOR PUTTING CLINIC
620 Petro Point Drive Phone: 337-480-1954
The South Lake Charles Optimist Club is very proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual “South Lake Charles Optimist Junior Putting Clinic” in conjunction with the Lake Area Putting Association. Register at the Putt Putt Family Fun Center. Early registration ends Monday, May 18.
Location: Lake Charles Putt Putt Family Fun Center
Time/Date: 9:00am-Noon, June 1-June 5
Ages: 8-18
Early Registration fee: $5.00 per child per day or $15.00 per child for the entire week
Prizes will be awarded each day. Trophies will be presented at the Awards Luncheon at Noon on Friday.
RIPPERZ SKATEBOARD SUMMER CAMP
650 Petro Point Dr. Phone: 337-479-7581 Online: www.ripperzskatepark.com
Ripperz Skate park camp is about having fun, advancing your skateboarding, and hanging out with your friends and other skaters. From first timers to novice skaters, our instructors will help everyone improve their skill level. What is required: a waiver on file or one that is signed in front of a park employee, helmet (protective gear optional), and skateboard. All campers receive: rental helmet, lunch, snack, 2 fountain drinks, unlimited water, Ripperz t-shirt, swag bag, and 15% off coupon for the board shop.
Session 1: June 8-11 Registration deadline: Wednesday June 3
Session 2: July 13-16 Registration deadline: Wednesday July 8
9am-1pm with instructors and 1pm-5pm free skate
Cost: $150 per week
MALLARD COVE GOLF COURSE 2009 SUMMER JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS
Chennault Air Park Phone: 337-491-1204
Dates: June 8-11, July 6-9, August 3-6
Monday: 8am-10am Rules, Chip, Putt
Tuesday: 8am 10am Irons, Woods
Wednesday 8am-10am Tournament Practice
Thursday 8am-11am Tournament
Cost: $50.00 per Camper per Camp
Mallard Cove is a Lake Charles municipal championship layout golf course open to the public. Campers must be between the ages of 7-12. They will be divided into groups of like age and skill level. If your camper does not have any equipment, Mallard will supply her/him with the proper equipment to be able to participate in the clinic activities. Instruction will be lead by the PGA Head Golf Professional. Basic rules and etiquette will be covered on Day 1. Day 2 will be specific instruction and tournament prep. Day 3 will include instruction and tournament prep. Day 4 will be Tournament and FUN day. Teams will compete for prizes. The awards will be given during a Pizza Party. Each camper will receive a golf camp t-shirt. Each golf camp will be limited to the first 40 paid entrants. Entry form must be delivered in person with payment or mailed with payment. Cash or check only. All campers must be picked up immediately at conclusion of each session. Instructors will not be responsible for campers outside of session times.
SOWELA SUMMER CAMPS
SOWELA CULINARY CAMPS
Phone 337-491-2698
Sowela Technical Community College is offering several culinary camps this year at Lake Charles Boston Academy and the camp cost is $185 per camper. Each camp will run for one week—Monday-Friday, 8am-2pm. Campers must be dropped off no earlier than 7:30am and picked up at 2pm.
Kids in the Kitchen Culinary Camp (grades 1-4)
June 1-5
June 22-26
Junior High School Culinary Camp (grades 5-8)
June 8-12
June 29-July 3
High School Culinary Camp (grades 7-12)
June 15-19
July 6-10
There will be two other classes for people age 17 and up: meat cutting class; basic cooking skills class—both are July 13-17
SOWELA AEROSPACE CAMP
Aviation Building, Sowela Campus Phone 337-491-2698
Summer aerospace camp at the Aviation Hangar on the Sowela campus. Call for more information.
MCNEESE SPECIAL EVENTS, KIDS COLLEGE, & CAMPS
KIDS COLLEGE/MCNEESE TEENS SUMMER 2009 COURSES
McNeese Campus Phone: 337-475-5616, (800) 622 - 3352, ext. 5616
This is a tentative list as of publication. Dates and times will be up listed at www.mcneese.edu/conted on or before May 1. To Register call the numbers above.
Course offerings may change.
Reading & Study Skills Clinic (Gr. 4 – 5), (Gr. 6 – 8)
Math Clinic (Gr. 4 – 5), Gr. 6 – 8)
Beginning Golf (Gr. 4 & Up)
Kids Beginning & Intermediate Guitar (Gr. 3 - 5)
Teens Beginning & Intermediate Guitar (Gr. 6 - 10)
Want to be an Author, Illustrator and Publisher? (Gr. 3 - 5)
Creative Writing for Teens (Gr. 6 & Up)
Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 3 – 5)
Teens in the Kitchen (Gr. 6 – 8)
Crime Scene Detective (Gr. 3 - 4), Gr. 5 – 6), (Gr. 7 – 9)
Violin for Beginners (Ages 7 – 10), (Ages 11 & Up)
Cello for Beginners (Ages 7 - 10), (Ages 11 - Up)
Beginner & Intermediate Music Theory
Charlene Kaough's Creative Clay (Gr. 3 - 5)
Science for Young Scientists (Gr. 3 – 5), (Gr. 6 & Up)
Into to Digital Photography (Gr. 6 & Up)
Fun with Photography (Gr. 3- 5)
Beginning Origami (Gr. 3 - 8)
Airigami (Gr. 4 - 8)
French Fun on the Bayou (Gr. 3 – 6)
Write, Illustrate, Edit and Publish a Newspaper (Gr. 4 - 8)
Comic Book Artistry (Gr. 7 & Up)
Splash Dance with Watercolor (Gr. 3 & Up)
Forensics: Solving the Mysteries of Crime (Gr. 4 - 6), (Gr. 7 – 9)
Printmaking 101
Beginning Piano for Kids (Gr. 3 – 5)
Line Dance (Gr. 4 - 10)
Chinese Calligraphy & Paper Cut Designs (Gr. 4 - 6)
Beginning Piano for Teens (Gr. 6 & Up)
Splash into Spanish (Gr. 3 - 6)
Juggling & Balance Skills (Ages 10 - Adult)
Writing a College/Graduate School Application Essay
Watercolor Classes with Nancy Melton
McNeese Campus Phone: 337-475-5616
Date: June 22 – 26 Monday-Friday
Time: 1-2:15
Cost: $29 plus supply kit.
Nancy Melton will be teaching a Watercolor Class for children at McNeese with the Kids College program with registration through McNeese Leisure Learning. The children will have fun as they explore Chinese artist Lian Quan Zhen’s pouring method. They will have fun while creating great-looking paintings in a wet-in-wet style. Your family will want to frame them all! Supply List: 3 tubes – red, yellow, blue or a set of tube watercolors; large & small watercolor brushes (sizes 4 and 8 or 10 or larger – approximately), pencil, eraser, mist bottle for water, optional—masking fluid,paper towels, cover up or wear old clothes; The instructor will sell paper—$5 for the week's supply. Check out Nancy’s website at www.nancymelton.photoreflect.com
COWGIRL KICKER KUTIE SUMMER DANCE CAMP
Burton Coliseum Phone 337-475-5604
Registration is now underway for the McNeese Cowgirl Kicker Kutie Summer Dance Camp to be held Aug. 4-8 for girls age 5-12 at McNeese State University. The dance camp will be offered from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in Burton Coliseum. Participants will learn about jazz, hip-hop dance, tumbling, pom dance, modeling and etiquette. The camp cost is $150. For more information or a registration form, call Paige Harkins-Caldwell, Cowgirl Kicker adviser, at 475-5604.
MSU BROOKS DONALD BASKETBALL CAMP
Memorial Gym, Burton Coliseum, Phone 337-475-5911 or 337-475-5473
Brooks Donald Williams Basketball will host a full summer of camps in 2009. Coach Williams' camps feature six different camp sessions. Go online to www.mcneesesports.com to get a copy of the camp brochure/registration form and waiver and to see the age groups and cost associated with each camp.
Team Camp will be held on June 11-13 and July 30-August 1. The cost for one day is $180 per team with a three game guarantee. The cost for two days is $300 per team with a five game guarantee and the cost for 3 days is $450 with a eight game guarantee.
Fundamental Camp will be held June 22-25 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $165 per camper for girls entering grades K-8.
Shooting Camp will be held June 22-24 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $75 per camper for girls entering grades K-12.
Elite Skills Camp will be held on June 15-16 beginning at 5 p. m. on June 15 and ending at 4 p.m. on June 16. Cost is $65 per camper for girls entering grades 10-12.
Position Camp will be held on June 14 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost is $50 per camper for girls entering grades 7-12.
MSU COWBOY FOOTBALL CAMP
McNeese State University Campus Phone 337-475-5235
The 2009 Cowboy Football Camp will be held July 12-14 at McNeese State University. For more information, or to register for the camp, please see the attached Camp brochure. For more information regarding Cowboy football or the 2009 football camp please visit www.mcneesesports.com to get a copy of the brochure/registration form or call the football office at 337.475.5235. Forms must be in no later than July 9.
MSU DAVE SIMMONS BASKETBALL CAMPS
McNeese State University Campus Phone 337-475-5481
Coach Dave Simmons Basketball Camp is June26-27. Go online to www.mcneesesports.com and click on camps for the brochure/registration form or call the number above.
MSU DALE STARR VOLLEYBALL CAMP
McNeese State University Campus Phone 337-475-5109
Skill development, teamwork and fun! May through August 2. Go to wwww.mcneesesports.com and click on camps to get a brochure/registration form. If you have questions contact Jessica Robinson at jrobinson@mcneese.edu or call 337-475-5109.
MSU COMPETITIVE CHALLENGE SOCCER CAMP
McNeese Campus Phone 337-475-5216
Train with college coaches and college athletes to learn the skills we use to be successful at the highest levels of competition.
Girls Elite Soccer Camp
Ages 13-18, July 5-8
Youth Day Camps ages 6-14
Session 1 - June 1-4
Session 2 - July 27-30
To Register:
1. Go to www.cowgirlsoccer.org.
2. Click on the link at the top of the web page labeled "Competitive Challenge Soccer Camp".
3. Click on the camp you are interested in attending on the lower left side.
4. Fill out the registration form and mail back to: Box 92744, Lake Charles, LA 70609
ART CAMPS
THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
327 Broad St Phone337- 433-9420 Online www.swlakids.org
The children’s museum is planning a summer of fun for details call or go online.
IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MUSEUM ART CAMP
204 W. Sallier St Phone 337-439-3797
CALL TO SEE IF THIS IS HAPPENING ONLINE NOT UPDATED
Summer Art Camp
Session 1 Art Camp July 14 - 18, 9:00am - 11:30am
Session 2 Art Camp July 21 - 25, 9:00 - 11:30am
Session 3 Art Camp July 28 - August 1, 9:00am - 11:30am
29th SUMMER ART CAMP AT THE CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM
Lake Charles Boston Academy Phone: 377-439-2787
Classes begin June 2 and run through June 25, Monday- Friday, 8:30 to 11:30 AM for only $225.00 for the entire month. For an application email: director@artsandhumanitiesswla.org. Students will get a camp T-shirt, will be enrolled in three classes, will perform on stage if enrolled in theatre and will bring home several projects from each class. Students will learn about artists from throughout history and will acquire valuable skills in a variety of media. Bus Transportation is provided to Lake Charles Boston Academy from Frasch Elementary School in Sulphur for all art campers residing in west Calcasieu. All classes are taught by certified art teachers from throughout the Calcasieu Parish School System and master artists working in the community. These qualified teachers will be engaging students in a wide variety of classes such as Collage, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Pottery, Stained Glass, Photography, Cartooning, Computer arts, Musical Theatre, Theatre and more. New classes have been added such as Fiber Arts, Floral Design, Puppets, Portraits, and Masks. For Grades 6-8 we have added 2-D Mixed Media and a Video Production class that will be taught by former local KPLC TV news reporter, Pam Dixon. The “campus will easily accommodate the needs of all K-8 art campers, assuring easy in and out traffic flow. Two uniformed officers will be on site to ensure our campers are provided a safe, secure and healthy environment,” according to camp director Bobbi Yancey.
ZIGLER ART MUSEUM SUMMER ART CAMP
OLI Campus, 600 Roberts Ave., Jennings Phone 337-824-0114
$100.00 ($90.00 for 2 or more students in family or $10.00 discount for “Family” or higher Friends membership. Only one discount per family. Art supplies are included in fee. The art camp will have drawing, pottery, sculpture, painting, crafts-Origami, and block printing.
July 6-17
Time: 9-12 noon
Grades 1-8
ART CLASSES AND ART CAMP WITH MELISSA POUSSON
TBA, Call Melissa Pousson at “How Great Thou ART Studio 1” at 764-5862.
CLAY & CERAMICS WORKSHOP WITH MEGHANN EASLEY
TBA, Call Gallery by the Lake, Creative Arts Center at 337-436-1008
HENNING CULTURAL CENTER
923 Ruth St., Sulphur Phone337-527-0357
The Henning Cultural Center will have free programs the second Saturday in each month. Ages 6-14
June 13 Performance Art
July 11 Photography
August 8 Visual Arts with Ceramics and Mosaics
Time 9-1
THEATRE, DANCE, & MUSIC
LAKE CHARLES CIVIC BALLET 2009 SUMMER WORKSHOP
3511 Kirkman St Phone 337-304-5445 Online www.ladydanceschool.com
The Six Week 2009 Lake Charles Civic Ballet Summer Workshop will be held from June 22 - July 31, 2009, at 3511 Kirkman Street in Lake Charles. Classes are open for ages 10 and up; daily workshop schedule runs 8 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Monday – Friday. There are two divisions in the workshop: Company Division and Apprentice Division. The Artistic Directors of LCCB appoint each dancer into the divisions. Company division will participate in several classes including ballet, pointe and variation class, along with a themed class that will change each week. Apprentice division will attend classes including ballet, pointe, and stretch each day. Guest instructors this summer include Ballet Pensacola’s Artistic Director Richard Steinert and Ballet Mistress Christine Duhon, as well as Master Instructors Ginger Gondron and Lindsay Grande, both from Texas. LCCB Summer Workshop is made possible by the Arts & Humanities Council, the Lake Charles Partnership Grants, and Louisiana Division of the Arts. For further information about the LCCB Summer Workshop call Lady Holly at 337-304-5445.
CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY SUMMER STARZ SERIES 2009
809 Kirby Street Phone 337-433-7323 Online www.childrenstheatre.cc
This Summer starz series can be purchased by going online and printing out the registration form. Either mail the form and a check to CTC or purchase the workshop of your choice online by clicking the “Seat Yourself” logo and selecting the desired workshop from the calendar.
Wild Things
Ages 5-8, July 8-10, 10:00-11:15 am, Cost: $65
Explore the wild world of theatre and imagination where Pl sort of creature can exist, and any kind of kid can be a creature. Children participate in creative drama exercises, games, movement and music in this workshop just for youngsters. This workshop is a wonderful way to introduce them to theatre! Brief demonstration performance at 11:30 AM on July 12 for family and friends.
Acting for the Camera
Ages 8-18, July 8-10, 1:00-3:00 pm, Cost:$85
This workshop covers auditioning for commercials, reading commercial scripts, exploring different commercial techniques, and beginning improvisational skills. Information and samples are shared on doing resumes, head shots and finding the best agent or manager. Be in a commercial!
Mid Summer Fun!
Ages 5-8, July 20-24, 10:00-11:15am, Cost $85
Ages 9-18, July 20-24, 10:00am-12:00 noon, Cost $85
Hey, wanna be in a play? Students learn how a play is produced by participation in a production by the world's greatest playwright - William Shakespeare! Makeup, costuming and lighting are all part of this exciting adventure! Additional studies include movement, acting, stage combat, script analysis and theatre games. This workshop concludes with a public performance featuring all of the students on July 20 at 6:00 PM. This is the ultimate Shakesperience!
Kids in Showbiz!
Ages 5-8, August 3-7, 10:00-11:15am, Cost: $85
Ages 9-18, August 3-7, 10:00-12:00 noon, Cost: $85
Students learn the basics of musical theatre performance by singing, dancing and acting to songs and scenes from Broadway shows! The final class of this workshop concludes with the students in a performance demonstration highlighting musical theatre skill learned on August 4 at 12 Noon.
Backstage Magic, Technical Theatre
Ages 12-20, August 3-7, 10:00-12:00 noon, Cost: $85
Discover the art created behind-the-scenes! An intriguing backstage tour is combined with hands-on experiences in lights, sets, costumes and more!
SUMMER FUN ACTIVITIES
LOUISIANA LIBRARIES SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS
Phone 337-475-8798 Online www.calcasieu.lib.la.us or www.state.lib.la.us
Be Creative is the slogan for the 2009 Children’s Summer Reading Program, which will be offered by public libraries throughout the state. Programs, which include the performing arts, visual arts, literature, sports, and science, are designed to show children ages 2 to 12 how they can Be Creative! Children who join the Summer Reading Club will receive reading logs to keep track of their reading. Each child who completes the program will receive a personalized reading achievement certificate. T-Shirts and canvas tote bags with the “Be Creative” theme will be available at most public libraries.
Express Yourself @ the Library is the slogan for the Teen Summer Reading Program 2009, which will be offered by public libraries throughout the state. The Teen Summer Reading Program is open to individuals ages 12-18. Teens will be invited to participate in a variety of artistic-related activities, such as poetry slams, readers’ theatre, talent shows, improvisational programs, song-writing workshops, teen film festivals, fashion shows, photography, comic drawing workshops, and art programs.
Families are encouraged to check with their local public library to learn about specific incentives and programs available for kids and teens in their community.
SUMMER CAREER EXPLORATON AT LEADERSHIP CENTER
220 Louie St. Phone 337-433-4533 or visit www.fyca.org
Don’t spend your summer on the couch! Come to Summer Leadership and Career Exploration 2009 at The Leadership Center for Youth in Lake Charles (TLC).
Kick your summer up a notch with fun activities and new friends! Start with art projects, sports competitions, and field trips. Add a dash of culinary arts and reading. Roll right into career exploration with guest speakers from medicine, banking, restaurant management, computer technology and government. The fun begins on Monday, June 1, and continues through Friday, Aug. 7, 2009. The cost is $10 per week for members and $25 per week for nonmembers. Deadline for registration is Friday, May 15, 2009. For more information, or to register, call or email Dana or Taylor at 337-433-4533. TLC offers youth, ages 10 to 17, the following activities: planned summer activities, tutoring, youth leadership activities, arts and cultural enrichment, homework help, drug and violence prevention, recreational sports, computer literacy, and abstinence and STD prevention education. Membership is $50 a year.
The Leadership Center for Youth is a program of Family & Youth. Family & Youth, a United Way Agency, believes that all individuals possess the ability to solve their own challenges and live full and healthy lives when support is available. Let us support you and your family. For experienced professional assistance, contact Family & Youth at 337-436-9533 or 1-888-414-FYCA.
SWIMMING CLASSES
2nd Ave. Pool 337-491-1269 and University Pool 511Central Pkwy 491-1508
Ages 6 and up
Must bring birth certificate for proof of age. Registration begins June 1. $1.00 per child, per day.
LOCAL PARKS AND KID ATTRACTIONS
Adventure Cove Park
Phone: 337-491-1292
Adventure Cove is the first barrier-free park in our area, providing access to children of all ages and abilities to play together. This park was built entirely by volunteers. This park is located in south Lake Charles.
Bord Du Lac Interactive Park
900 Lakeshore Dr Phone: (337) 491-1280
Located along the Northshore of Lake Charles, accesible from Interstate 10 (exit 29 Eastbound, exit 30A westbound). For an enjoyable day or a relaxing stroll, Veterans' Memorial Park, Bord du Lac Park, Lake Charles Civic Center, PPG Interacting Fountain make an excellent combination.
Millennium Park
900 Lakeshore Dr
Shiver Me Timbers Millennium Park opened in September 2000. The park was built over a 10-day period. Local businesses donated money and supplies, and 5500 volunteers from the community worked 12 hours a day. The park is 20,000 square feet, with a tower, train, plane and other features made of splinter-free wood, a multi-story Louisiana Hurricane slide, and a treehouse.
Petro Bowl
630 Petro Point Dr Phone: (337) 477-7554
Slide on your bowling shoes, but don't slide down the lane! Take some time out of your busy vacation to relax and throw a few gutter balls. Or, if you're a master-bowler, try for that impressive perfect game! Petro Bowl has everything you need to make your bowling first-rate. Consessions and a lounge are available for you to relax in as well, after a hard day of throwin' strikes!
Putt Putt Miniature Golf
620 Petro Point Dr Phone: (337) 480-1954
Two 18-hole courses of miniature golf fun.
Skate City of Lake Charles
4720 Nelson Road Phone: (337) 474-2855
At Skate City, you can roller skate, in-line skate, or just skate around errands! Skate City is open to the public and happy to help you make your skating wishes for the day come true. So bring your own skates, or borrow a pair from Skate City, and get going!
Wheeelers Family Entertainment
1130 N Highway 171 (337) 855-3234
Wheeelers Family Entertainment promieses a full day of outdoor fun for the entire family. Spend your day skating...or darting around playing laser tag. There are also many other games to play at Wheeelers. Let them help you host your party! Have a skate-themed or laser-tag themed party, all while you're visiting Lake Charles. Wheeelers is located just north of Lake Charles in the comm
