Calling all parents - Did you know school ends in just 36 days? Are you ready? Your Oro Valley Parks & Recreation Department is. We have an interesting and exciting line-up of programs and events that is sure to meet the interests of every child.
For the young thespians looking to learn and be a part of a live play production, they can sign up for the Great American Playhouse’s summer camp.
This summer, Southwest University of Visual Arts (SUVA) will be offering an art and creativity camp that will allow students to explore an art medium of their choice.
In effort to build a strong sense of community, Ironwood Ridge High School will be hosting its third summer basketball camp for boys and girls.
Green Fields Country Day School is introducing a summer camp for students between first and eighth grades. The camp combines an academic boost in the morning with swimming and creative project-based activities in the afternoon.
Aquatic Center Programs
Get ready for summer fun at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona. Registration opens this week for the Dog Days in the Desert Summer kids camps.
Tucson’s visual art immersion program for teens and youth, ages 9 to 18 is set for this summer.
The Northwest Adventure Day Camp program is a non-traditional program which features traditional camp activities horseback riding, archery, climbing tower, crafts, music, nature programs, sports, as well as an outdoor pool where campers can swim.
Following in the tradition of the YMCA, Triangle Y Ranch in Oracle continues to offer overnight camping for children ages 6 to 17.
Throughout June and July, Sonoran Glass School will be offering warm and flame workshops for younger children, preteens and teens.
Do you have treasured childhood memories of spending time outdoors with your parents or grandparents? This summer, take the time to share this experience with your own children. Pack a lunch, put on some sunscreen and take them on your own hiking or fishing adventure.
For the first time this summer, Championship Sports, is going to be offering a variety of fun outdoor sports for boys and girls age 3-10.
Though Camp Conquistador will not be offered this summer, kids wishing to attend tennis camp at the El Conquistador Resort and Country Club may still do so.
Kids looking to shoot some hoops and receive some close instruction this summer can do so by attending Hardwood Summer Camp.
Rocks and Ropes may be in its 21st year of operation, but there’s no monotony when stepping foot into this spacious rock-climbing gymnasium, located at 330 S. Toole Ave.
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There’s a special place south of Ina Road aimed at helping families and children have a nice summer experience. Creative Care, a Club House For Kids, is geared toward children with disabilities to spend their days.
The news is out, the Town of Oro Valley is moving forward with a $3.4 million aquatic center that will bring Olympic-caliber recognition to the facility, but in the meantime, the pool will be closed this summer.
The Northwest YMCA
Parents looking for a fun opportunity for students this summer can take advantage of the Marana Magic School Bus program this summer.
My mom and pregnant wife weren’t too happy when they heard I was going to be taking a little joy-flight for work last week, but to their relief and others, I made it back.
As thousands heard and saw the planes flying overhead this past weekend, few might have given thought that each one of those pilots had to take their first flight.
