Welcome to J-Camp 2008

We invite you to spend a summer of fun at the Jewish Community Center of Rhode Island. For over 25 years, we have been providing exciting, enriching, and creative camp options for members and nonmembers alike. We are proud to offer a wide variety of summer activities to fit every age and interest!

J-Camp includes: Early Childhood camp for children ages 2 through 5, with a special program for those entering Kindergarten; a variety of camp options for kids entering grades 1 through 6; and, back by popular demand, a CIT (counselor-in-training) program for older kids entering grades 7 through 11.

The little kids camp program provides a safe, fun place for socialization for our youngest members. The big kids camp offers 9 weeks of base camp (a traditional camp with four elective choices each day), sports camps, and specialty camps. Our CIT program provides teens with an opportunity to develop essential leadership and communal skills.

Safety and security come first in all our camp settings. Full-time JCCRI professionals supervise our programs, providing ongoing security training for counselors, specialists, and head counselors throughout the summer. We offer excellent staff to camper ratios.

It is our goal to provide your child with a spectacular, meaningful summer. We offer extraordinary learning experiences with lots of fun, creative, and healthy activities while enabling the campers to build strong, enduring friendships. We look forward to seeing you this summer.

If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Some of your questions may be addressed in our general camp information.

Design your own summer from the list below or print a copy of our full brochure. Use our registration form and fax (401-861-8806) or mail it in.

J-Camp Key Facts

Camps run weekly June 23 to August 29
Members & non-members are welcome!
Camp Hours • 9am - 4pm (some camps offer half-day options)
Early Arrival • 8am - 9am
Extended Day • 4pm - 6pm
All campers should bring a dairy or vegetarian snack & lunch and a bathing suit & towel daily.
All J-Camp programs are co-ed, with age or grade requirements listed by camp.
Campers are divided into groups based on grade entering in September 2008.

J-Camp at a glance

Early Childhood Camps

June 23 - August 29 (sign up by the week- 2 week minimum)

Ages 2 - 3 • Camp K’Ton
Ages 3 - 5 • Camp Yeladim
Entering Kindergarten • Kindergarten Camp

Big Kids Camps

J-Camp for Teens: Counselor in Training Program

June 23 - August 29 (Limited space available each week)

Grades 7 to 11

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J-Camp - Early Childhood Program

for children ages 2 through Kindergarten
all fees are per week • 2-week minimum required

Camp K'TON • for ages 2 & 3

Morning toddler camp includes nature walks, stories, music, arts & crafts, dips in our splash pools, and creative indoor and outdoor play.

Tues/Thurs 9 - 11:30am
Members $61 Non-Members: $91

Mon/Wed/Fri 9 - 11:30am
Members: $ 89 Non-Members: $121
(4th of July week: Members: $72 Non-Members: $98)

Mon - Fri 9 - 11:30am
Members $ 148 Non-Members: $181
(4th of July week: Members: $119 Non-Members: $144)

Camp Yeladim (“Children” in Hebrew) • for ages 3 - 5

note: this camp is for kids not entering Kindergarten in Fall 2008.

Enter the world of Camp Yeladim, a world of fun, stimulating experiences, creativity, and light-hearted play.

The summer program is organized by themes, which extend over a 3-week session and include field trips. Our nationally standardized swim program promotes water safety, swim adjustment, swimming readiness, as well as fun and enjoyment in the water.

Half-Day Option • Mon-Fri 9am - 12pm
Members: $127 Non-Members: $162
(4th of July week: Members: $102 Non-Members: $129)

Full-Day Option • Mon-Fri 9am - 4pm
Members: $273 Non-Members: $309
(4th of July week: Members: $224 Non-Members: $252)

Weeks 1 - 3 (June 23 - July 11)
Lights, Camera, Imagination
Picture books and fairy tales come alive through exploration of theatre, puppetry and storytelling as we push our imaginations to their highest potential!

Weeks 4 - 6 (July 14 - August 1)
Mad Scientists
Children learn about the world around them through science-based themes, which may include gardening, nature, animals, bugs, water, dinosaurs, and space.

Weeks 7 - 9 (Aug 4 - August 22)
Art Mania
Children come express themselves through a variety of art forms. Weekly themes may include woodworking, experiences with clay, paint, and dough, music & movement, and fine arts.

Kindergarten Camp • For children entering Kindergarten in September 2008

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Members: $286 Non-Members: $320
(4th of July week Members: $235 NM: $261)

Our Kindergarten Camp is specifically designed for children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall. Field trips, special events, swimming, creative arts, and exciting activities bridge the traditional preschool program into an older experience for those ready to explore new adventures.

Early arrival & Extended day options

(Camp Yeladim & Kindergarten only)
Early arrival: 8 - 9am • $9 per day $34 full week
Extended day: 4 -6pm • $19 per day $83 full week

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J-camp • Big Kids Camp

for children ages 6 and up

Base Camp • Camp Your Way!

offered all 9 weeks; sign up for as many weeks as you want!
Grades 1 to 6
9am - 4pm
Members: $160;• Non-Members: $185
July 4th week: Members: $140 • Non-Members: $165

Offered all 9 weeks of camp, Base Camp is intended for campers who want a variety of activities each day. Campers will choose from a vast menu of activities varying from sports to arts & crafts, fine arts, and aquatics. In addition to four elective periods each day, campers will have daily instructional swim and a field trip on Thursdays. With the assistance and guidance of our caring and highly qualified staff, campers will have the best experience summer camp can offer!

Check out our cool electives

Get Physical

recreational outdoor games • soccer • paddle sports • dodgeball • kickball • scouting games • dance • water games • outdoor inflatable games • basketball

Improve Your Mind

chess • board games • treasure hunts • building with LEGOS, K'NEX & blocks • Jeopardy • computer games • science experiments

Be Creative

toy making • crazy tie dye • scrapbooking • recycling art • nature art • digital photography • fashion design • pottery • 3D art • masks • sewing • jewelry • multimedia

And More

drama • cooking • ping pong • air hockey • foosball • talent show • carnival

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Week 1 • June 23 - 27

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Rick Harris Hoops Skills Basketball Camp

Grades 1 - 12
Full Day 9am - 4pm
Members: $200 Non-Members: $225
Half Day 9am - Noon
Members: $150 Non-Members: $175

Rick Harris is the Head Men’s Basketball Coach of Community College of Rhode Island. The objective of Hoop Skills Basketball Camp is to improve the basketball skills of each camper with a program designed to teach individual fundamentals as well as team concepts. Players will be grouped according to age and ability. Daily free swim is included.

Dance & Gymnastics Camp

Grades K to 6
Members $250 Non-Members: $275

Spend a week making new friends and having tons of fun while learning the latest hip-hop, tap, ballet, dance terminology, and gymnastics moves. This camp is open to boys and girls of all levels and disciplines. No prior dance or gymnastics experience is necessary. Our instructors bring the coolest themes combined with the latest choreography. Groups are organized by age and ability level, and instruction is carefully tailored to fit the ability level of each camper.

Each morning, campers will have one hour of gymnastics including floor exercise, balance beam, parallel bar, trampoline, moon bounce and a break for snacks followed by two hours of ballet, tap and hip hop. After lunch, dancers enjoy free swim and, under the guidance of an art specialist, create and design stage decorations and costumes. Dancers proudly show off their new moves in a Friday afternoon performance for the entire camp and family. Ballet and tap shoes are required.

The Mission of Renaissance Academy is to provide quality gymnastics dance and cheer instruction in a safe, stimulating and motivating environment in order to support and build each child’s confidence, self-esteem and determination to succeed within his or her individual goals.

Dance & Gymnastics camp is also offered during Week 7.

Arts Camp: Pottery & Sculpture

Grades 2 - 6
Members: $185 Non-Members: $210

Ceramics is one of the oldest, most fascinating and respected crafts. Shannon Boucher will bring unique professional and creative expertise to J-Camp.

Learn step-by-step hand building basics, such as texturing, combining mixtures and using glazes. Explore shape, function, color, different materials and non-traditional ways to work with clay. In addition, discover how to work on pottery wheels and make bowls, mugs, and much more. Campers will have daily free swim and a field trip on Thursday.

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Week 2 • June 30 - July 3

Camp will be closed Friday, July 4. Cookout on Thursday for all campers. Do not bring lunch that day.

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Full Week: Members: $140 Non-Members: $165

Sports Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members $140 Non-Members: $165

A different sport is offered each day to promote teamwork, self–confidence and athleticism. Our staff will lead instruction either on the courts or the fields for each camper to have an opportunity to stay active and enjoy the week. Campers will learn the meaning of teamwork while improving their skills. Daily free swim and a field trip on Thursday are included.

Arts Camp -- Red, white and blue art!

Grades 3 to 6
Members $175 Non-Members: $190

In the spirit of 4th of July, we will explore red, white and blue and all the wonderful crafts we can do to decorate your house. Daily swim and field trip on Thursday included.

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Week 3 • July 7 - 11

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Circus Camp with Marvelous Marvin

Grades 2 to 6
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Learn how to juggle scarves, balls, clubs, spin plates, walk on stilts, master the rhythm sticks, twirl rings, clown around, fall down, be silly, create routines and discover your own balancing skills. Campers will create their own circus acts that will be shown at the end of the week for family and friends. After lunch, campers have daily swim and arts and crafts activities, including designing and creating props and costumes for their performance. Marvelous Marvin has been performing, teaching and inspiring children for over 20 years. Please check www.marvmarv.com for more information.

NFL Flag Football Camp

Grades 2 - 6
Members: $185 Non-Members: $210

Join us for an introductory course on the basics of Flag Football. Camp will offer field experience and team meetings to review rules and strategies. A great camp for both boys and girls. Campers will create their own jersey and play throughout the week. Daily free swim is included.

Woodshop Camp

Grades 2 - 6
Members: $200 Non-Members: $225

Are you interested in making a garden bench, a chair, side table, or jewelry box? J-Camp will provide all the necessary equipment and supplies for you to build your own wood project. Campers will learn about safety, and how to use the basic tools for measuring, sharpening, carving, scraping, drilling and much more. Program includes a variety of hands-on activities. Daily free swim is included.

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Week 4 • July 14 - 18

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Science & Theater Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Check out Marvelous Marvin's "Science/Theater Camp." Yes that's science/theater mixed together! We will learn science concepts, explore a variety of experiments and create theatrical presentations using the science material that is learned. Marvelous Marvin has been performing, teaching and inspiring children for over 20 years. Please check www.marvmarv.com for more information.

Professor Gizmo's Woodwork & Invention Camp

Grades 2 to 6
Members: $225 Non-Members: $250

Gary J. Dreslaurier comes back this year with new projects and a variety of supplies that will provide our campers with a lot of ideas to create and build their projects. Each day, campers will be involved with four courses including: Gonzo Gizmos, Whirligigs and Whatchamacallits, Ultimate Construction and The Optics Lab! Projects include Candy dispenser, counterbalance toy, an Ipskididdle Tabletop game, and other wooden creations, 3D glasses and more. The day also includes free swim and free time to play with their toys and inventions.

Instructor Gary J. Dreslaurier is a photographer and graphic designer and teaches kid-friendly, creative afterschool programs at local schools.

MLB Rookie League Baseball Camp

Grades 2 to 8
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Enhance your baseball skills both at the plate and on the field during this week of camp! MLB Rookie League Baseball uses a pitching machine to help you become a better hitter by eliminating the fear of getting hit by a pitch. Learn the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, throwing and base running with instructions by former college players and current Rhode Island Men’s Senior Baseball League players. Must bring your own gloves. Daily swim included.

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Week 5 • July 21 - 25

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Elite National Soccer Camp

Hosted by Scott Cannon
Grades K to 6
Members: $235 Non-Members: $305

This instructional day camp is a coeducational full day of soccer. In the morning, soccer instructors will focus on improving each player skills and small group tactical awareness. In the afternoon, participants will play soccer, and learn games rules while improving their newly acquired skills. Players are grouped by age and skill level. Our goal is to provide a positive learning environment for all campers.

Bring pads, outdoor and indoor soccer shoes, water bottle and a hat each day.

Coach Scott Cannon and his staff have taught these fundamentals to young soccer players for over twenty years throughout the United States.

Kidzart Camp: Pen to Puppets

Grades 1 to 6
Members $225 Non-Members: $250

Drawing and marionette-making combine to make this camp certain to bring out your imagination! Students will learn what it takes to build and operate their own marionette using the paper mache technique. Drawing themes will incorporate the theatrical themes chosen by the students. All professional materials and instruction are provided. Just bring a smock or an old t-shirt. We’ll provide the fun and enthusiasm! Campers will also enjoy daily free swim, and free play time. At the end of the week, our young KidzArt artists will put together an Art show for the parents and other campers.

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Week 6 • July 28 - August 1

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

NHL Floor Hockey Camp

Grades 2 to 6
Members: $185 Non-Members: $210

Join us for a great week of hockey without the skates! During this week, campers will learn basic rules and fundamentals of hockey. Each day begins with drills and mini-games to enhance their skills and ends with team games. All campers will create a team jersey to use during the games and throughout the week. All equipment including hockey sticks, pads and goalie gear will be provided. Daily free swim and a field trip on Thursday are included.

Kidzart Camp: Around the World

Grades 1 to 6
Members $225 Non-Members: $250

Pack your bags! We’re off to different countries to explore cultural arts. This camp will focus on traditional artistic styles and projects throughout many different areas of the world. All materials are provided. Just bring a smock or old t-shirt. We’ll provide the rest!

Tennis Camp

Grades 2 to 6
Members: $200 Non-Members: $225

We welcome players of all ability levels. This program is designed to emphasize skills that help campers improve in a fun and positive atmosphere. Campers will play outdoor tennis (or use the indoor gym in case of inclement weather). We provide racquets and tennis balls but you are welcome to bring your own. Daily free swim is included.

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Week 7 • August 4 - 8

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Dance & Gymnastics Camp

Grades K to 6
Members $250 Non-Members: $275

Dance & Gymnastics camp is also offered during Week 1.

Drama Kids Playhouse

Grades 2 to 6
Members: $225 Non-Members: $240

Drama Kids Playhouse will develop your creative abilities as you learn to work together to write, produce and act in in your own performance. Campers will explore all aspects of theatre from acting and directing, to set design and more. Bring the house down with an end of camp performance you and your team creates! Daily swim is included.

Computer Explorers: Following Clues

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Use the electronic microscope, enhanced digital photos, logic, your senses, and forensic science to solve crimes. Learn how to work the field scene and the laboratory end of CSI. We'll analyze fingerprints, assess DNA, and compare tire tread patterns and much more! Each lesson will focus on a new forensic skill which will lead to solving a final investigation. No blood, no gore, but excitement galore! Includes free swim & outdoor games.

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Week 8 • August 11 - 15

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Arts Camp: American Pop Art

Grades 3 to 6
Members: $200 Non-Members: $225

At this art camp, campers will view and discuss the paintings and sculptures of the Pop Art movement and create their own masterpieces using objects from everyday life mixing with music, current facts, personalities, and themes that we will develop as a group. Some projects include: creating a Pop Art sculpture of a type of food, painting different media products and drawing/painting landscapes and objects and places in unusual colors. Camp includes free daily swim and a visit to an art museum. This camp will be taught by artist, and art educator Marcy Marot. Parents, friends and family are invited for an end of the week arts exhibit.

Computer Explorers: Adventures with GPS Receivers

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Get a new perspective on the world! Small groups using hand-held Global Positioning Systems will search for treasure caches and leave replacement “valuables” for another adventurous group to find, play geogolf and go geodashing! Learn the fundamentals of GPS technology and its practical uses in this outdoor, action-based class. The day includes free swim and outdoor games.

Theater/Dance Camp with Nancy Safian

Grades 3 to 6
Members: $200 Non-Members: $225

Campers will have a chance to make up their own dances, and perform in dances created by the instructors. The focus will be on modern dance and musical theater dance with 80s dance music as a theme. Daily schedule includes modern dance, create your own dance workshop, yoga, stretch, relaxation, costume and set design. Dancers will be performing on Friday at 4pm for the entire camp, family and friends. Daily swim is included. Nancy holds an MFA in Dance and has worked with children and adults across the country. She is a founding member of the New England Consortium of Arts.

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Week 9 •August 18 - 22

Base Camp

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $160 Non-Members: $185

Travel Camp

Grades 3 to 6
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Enjoy five different field trips including outdoor adventures and water parks. Travel camp encourages appreciation of the environment, team work and spirit.

Field trips are: kayaking, Water Wizz, Canobie Lake Park, Breezy Acres and State Parks.

Computer Explorers: Bag It! Build Arcade Games

Grades 1 to 6
Members: $250 Non-Members: $275

Create the characters, storyboard your concept, design the action, and edit the objectives and outcomes of your own arcade-style video game! Your characters might ride through rapids and whirlpools, or snag a tree-branch and leap to shore! Exciting homemade adventures will be at your fingertips! Challenge your friends and family when you take home a CD with your game on it! AND you’ll receive a copy of the software at the last session so that you can continue designing when camp is over! Daily free swim, arts & crafts, and outdoor activities.

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Week 10 • August 25 - 29

Taste of the J

Grades 1 - 6
Full Week: Members: $185 Non-Members: $210;
Daily Rate: Members: $45 Non-Members: $60

Enjoy the last week of vacation while getting ready for school. This week J-Camp offers activities that will help campers go back to school alert, energized and motivated. It is also a chance to experience what the JCCRI offers our families during the year. Have a taste of our enrichment classes and activities including the following electives:
Sports • chess • pottery • woodworking
yoga • basketball • computer •and more.
Field trip on Thursday and cookout on Friday. Register by the day or for the entire week.

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J-Camp for Teens: CIT (Counselor in Training) Program

June 23 - August 29
Limited space available
Grades 7 to 11 • 9am - 4pm
Price per week: Members: $100 Non-Members: $125

Pursuing our goal of creating new leaders, this fun and educational camp provides youth entering grades 7th – 11th an opportunity to interact with younger children attending J-Camp programs while developing leadership skills and experiencing personal growth. CIT’s will assist counselors in planning and leading games and activities, including field trips and workshops. In addition to learning basic care concepts, CIT’s will gain valuable practical experience.

Participants must complete and submit an application, or contact Claudia, J-Camp director, for more information. At the end of each week, CIT’s will attend an evaluation session and take home a certificate of achievement and a reference letter.

Please bring a dairy or vegetarian lunch and snack and a bathing suit with towel daily.

Welcome to J-Camp 2008

J-Camp Key Facts

J-Camp at a glance

Early Childhood Camps

June 23 - August 29 (sign up by the week- 2 week minimum)

Big Kids Camps

Week 1: June 23 - 27

Week 2: June 30 - July 3 (no camp July 4)

Week 3: July 7 - 11

Week 4: July 14 - 18

Week 5: July 21 - 25

Week 6: July 28 - August 1

Week 7: August 4 - 8

Week 8: August 11 - 15

Week 9: August 18 - 22

Week 10: August 25 - 29

J-Camp for Teens: Counselor in Training Program

June 23 - August 29 (Limited space available each week)

J-Camp - Early Childhood Program

Camp K'TON • for ages 2 & 3

Camp Yeladim (“Children” in Hebrew) • for ages 3 - 5

Kindergarten Camp • For children entering Kindergarten in September 2008

Early arrival & Extended day options

J-camp • Big Kids Camp

Base Camp • Camp Your Way!

Check out our cool electives

Week 1 • June 23 - 27

Base Camp

Rick Harris Hoops Skills Basketball Camp

Dance & Gymnastics Camp

Arts Camp: Pottery & Sculpture

Week 2 • June 30 - July 3

Base Camp

Sports Camp

Arts Camp -- Red, white and blue art!

Week 3 • July 7 - 11

Base Camp

Circus Camp with Marvelous Marvin

NFL Flag Football Camp

Woodshop Camp

Week 4 • July 14 - 18

Base Camp

Science & Theater Camp

Professor Gizmo's Woodwork & Invention Camp

MLB Rookie League Baseball Camp

Week 5 • July 21 - 25

Base Camp

Elite National Soccer Camp

Kidzart Camp: Pen to Puppets

Week 6 • July 28 - August 1

Base Camp

NHL Floor Hockey Camp

Kidzart Camp: Around the World

Tennis Camp

Week 7 • August 4 - 8

Base Camp

Dance & Gymnastics Camp

Drama Kids Playhouse

Computer Explorers: Following Clues

Week 8 • August 11 - 15

Base Camp

Arts Camp: American Pop Art

Computer Explorers: Adventures with GPS Receivers

Theater/Dance Camp with Nancy Safian

Week 9 •August 18 - 22

Base Camp

Travel Camp

Computer Explorers: Bag It! Build Arcade Games

Week 10 • August 25 - 29

Taste of the J

J-Camp for Teens: CIT (Counselor in Training) Program

JCC Essentials