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2010 Summer Camps

Camp T-shirts sponsored by

Agents Teri Eaton, Rocky Eleuterius,

Steve Hill and Fred Walker.

Discover your treasure- your child’s gifts and talents! That’s what summer camps at LMDC are all about. From acting to science, tots to teens, you’ll find that our camps are the perfect way to encourage new interests and to develop skills. And they’re a treasure trove of fun, too!

 

10% discount for members

Scholarships available,

call Claudia Appel at 228-897-6039 ext. 301.

 

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May 31-June 4

American Girl Adventure

9-11am• Ages 7-10 • $75

12-2 pm • Ages 7-10 • $75

Travel to a new place in time each day as we explore the lives of American Girls in history. Bring your favorite doll, dress in period clothing, eat, play and discover how life would be if you lived in a different place and time.

Gooey, Gooey Science


3-5pm• Ages 7-10 • $75

Experience five days of experiments using materials you can find at home. Adopt-a-rock, make Oobleck, volcanoes, balloon rockets and more. Then, share the fun with family and friends at a special presentation on Friday.

Mommy and Me with Music Makes Three

9-10 am • Age 4 • $50


It’s a Mommy and Me camp filled with music, dancing, instruments, singing, art, and a few great books. Campers must be 4 years old by the beginning of camp and must be accompanied by an adult each day.

 

Hip Hop Don't Stop

9-10:30am• Age 12-18 • $75


Ever wonder what breaking, popping, locking and krumping means? Come find out in this fun hip hop dance class. The class will conlude on Friday with a dance off presentaion

for family and friends.

Tap Dogs

10:30-Noon• Age 12-18 • $75


Every wannabee dancer needs a little tappin' in their life. Learn basic tap dancing that won't leave you Singin' in the Rain. A mini performance will take place on Friday for family and friends.

Bronx and Beyond


1-5 pm • Ages 14-18 • $150
Expand your horizons as we travel around the world and study dialects and accents. Students will perfect and perform skills through monologues and scene work. "You talking to me" will never have the same meaning again! 

June 7-11

Baking Boot Camp

9am - 12 pm • Ages 9-12 • $135


Explore the world of cooking with a culinary expert, in the LMDC's state of the art Viking demonstration kitchen. Each day we will focus on a different technique such as baking bread, cookies and other goodies in a healthy way. On Friday,  the campers will display their creations for parents and friends as they graduate from a week of cooking fun!

Fairy Tale Players

Noon-3 pm • Ages 7-9 • $125

Explore the process of putting on a play, including acting, costumes, song, dance and props. The camp culminates with a performance of ”Fractured Fairy Tales”” that will delight family and friends on Friday.

Itty Bitty Theatre

9-11 am • Ages 5-6 • $75

1:00-3:00 pm • Ages 5-6 • $75
Our youngest campers will delight in this magical week that will explore music, art and theatrical activities. Camp will conclude with a mini play for family and friends.

ABC's of Science

9-Noon• Ages 5-7• $125
Kick off your summer with science fun! Join us as we exlore Astronomy ,Biology, Chemistry and end the week with Zoology. Each camper will do lots of experiments

and have plenty of hands on fun..

 

Artist Trading Cards
1-4 pm • Ages 7-9• $125

Design trading card size pieces of unique art. We will use glitter, sequins and all kinds of cool materials to embellish the cards. On Friday, we will have an artist trading card swap

with all our new friends.

June 7-25

Disney's Aristocats Junior High Musical Camp

9-5 pm • Ages 11-14 • $500


This feline adventure is sure to get you tapping your feet to its hip, jazzy beat, which includes the Disney favorite "the Aristocats", "Scales and Arpeggios" and "Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat". During the three week camp, campers will learn from guest presenters and instructors about props, costumes, makeup, set design , special theatre skills and more. A musical of The Aristocats will be performed at the end of the camp.

June 14-18

Sewing for Fun

9-Noon • Ages 7-10 • $125


Campers will learn the basics of sewing with a needle and thread as well as be introduced to sewing machines. Each camper will make 3 projects under the direction of a seamstress and wardrobe designer with over 20 years of experience.

Stitch in Time

1-4 pm • Ages 8-11 • $125


Campers will explore slightly more advanced techniques, sewing with needle and thread

and using a sewing machine. Each camper will make at least 3 projects.

I’ve got the Music in Me

9-11 am • Ages 5-6 • $75


Come inside and join the fun! We’re singing, dancing, and acting, too. We’ll even do some art. It’s just for you. Performance to be held June 18.

Snack Attack

Noon-3 pm • Ages 10-13 • $135


Thrill your friends as you master the fine art of party planning. Learn how to prepare appetizers, desserts, yummy breakfast treats
for the perfect sleepover.

Don’t miss out on the fun, cooking and beauty tips.

June 21-25

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall

9 am-Noon • Ages 6-7 • $125


Campers will enjoy a week of princess fantasy fun.

Pretend to be a different princess each day.

Sing, dance, act and play each day and a performance on Friday is on the way.

Ladies in Waiting

1-4 pm • Ages 7-8 • $125


Still want more princess fun…this is the next step in your princess training.

Dancing, manners, fashions and charming princess treats too.

Come and learn just what to do as we perfect the traits of royalty.

College Cooking 101

2-5 pm • Ages 15-19 • $135


Learn basic cooking that will carry you through your college years. Learn how to stock your pantry, make quick and easy meals, and stay healthy and fit! Gather your friends and join us for a teen-only week of cooking and party planning fun!

June 28-July 2

Jewelry Making Camp

1-4 pm • Ages 7-12 • $125

  We just received an urgent call from Hollywood. they have a red carpet event and they need jewelry for their attendees! We have one week to design and create a complete collection. We will need to make earrings, necklaces, hair clips and so  much more. Our baubles and bling will be made from stones, crystals, glass beads, chains and a host of surprise jewels.

Lab Busters

9 -Noon • Ages 8-13 • $125


Back by popular demand, we will investigate some common (and not so common) myths and find out whether they are real. Bring a myth to bust if you must!

Theatre Games

1-4pm• Ages 6-8 • $125


Join us for a week of fun and crazy games that will stretch your imagination to infinity and beyond! This playful creative approach is terrific for gaining social skills, confidence and a taste of theatre.

Baking Boot Camp

9am - 12pm • Ages 9-12 • $135


Explore the world of cooking with a culinary expert, in the LMDC's state of the art Viking demonstration kitchen. Each day we will focus on a different technique such as baking bread, cookies and other goodies in a healthy way. On Friday,  the campers will display their creations for parents and friends as they graduate from a week of cooking fun!

Itty Bitty Jewelry Camp

9 -11am• Ages 5-6 • $75


Our youngest campers will design and create jewelry for a stunning look

that is sure to please. We will use memory wire to safely create

earrings, necklaces and bracelets with lots of cool beads and stones!

Itty Bitty Crafts

Noon-2pm• Ages 5-6• $75


Create simple but crazy crafts and learn basic visual arts concepts such as composition and color while working with various media. Don't miss this wacky crafting camp!

July 12-16

Itty Bitty Pirates Camp

1-3 pm • Ages 5-6 • $75


Hundreds  of years ago, three Pirate Kings arrive in Gulfport and buried some treasure. They drew a map of their precious cargo. the map was torn into three pieces. Each pirate king took their portion of the map. In order "to find" the maps and treasure, we will need to  think like a pirate, act like a pirate, become a pirate. Avast ye, and prepare for a week of fantasy and fun, as we learn the ways and wiles of being a pirate! Treasure hunts? Gold? Plenty of Adventure! Eye-patch, hooks, treasure chest and parrots-a-plenty, peg-leg not required.

Art Knows, Anything Goes

Noon-3 pm • Ages 8-12 • $125

                   Campers will learn techniques for working with clay while making fun projects. 

                                  Discover the world of clay and paint using your imagination.

Itty Bitty Scrapbooking

9-11am• Ages 5-7 • $125

Our youngest campers will be amazed at the colorful scrapbook they will create filled with pictures of themselves, family and friends.  Campers will bring pictures from home to create a beautiful scrapbook that will be treasured forever!  We will cut, stick and decorate pages under the direction of a professional scrapbook expert.

Scrapbooking 101

1-4 pm • Ages 8-13 • $125

Come learn a craft that can become a lifetime hobby.  Each camper will bring pictures from home of family and friends.  Create a beautiful scrapbook and learn scrapbooking techniques from a professional scrapbook expert.  You won’t want to miss this delightful camp!

Cook with a Book

9-Noon • Ages 7-10 • $125


Each day we will focus on a new book that will touch all of your five senses.  We will cook, make crafts, and play lots of games.  During the week we will compile a journal filled with easy recipes and art that your child will cherish!     

August 7-8

10 Minute Play Festival

Saturday, August 7 • 9 am-5 pm

Sunday, August 8 • 1-7 pm
Ages 14-18 • $40


It’s crazy! It’s wild! It’s gorilla theatre! In just 24 hours, 10 minute plays are written, produced, performed and judged.

 

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