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July summer camps, below. Send via e-mail. Click Summer

Sneak peek at Alice set for July 10: Rome Little Theatre is offering a special free preview of Alice in Wonderland on Thursday, July 10, at the Rome-Floyd County Library at 7 p.m.  Come meet your favorite characters as they act out selected scenes from this children's favorite as part of the library's Summer Reading Program.  For more information, please call the Rome Little Theatre office at 706-295-7171 or visit our Web site at romelittletheatre.com. 

Unified football, cheerleading registration under way: Registration for Unified Football and Cheerleading at the Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation Authority is under way at 300 W. Third St. through Wednesday, July 16. The registration fee is $40.  Football is open to children ages 7-12 and cheerleading is open to girls ages 6-12.  Register by July 1 and receive one free Northside Swim Center pool pass. For more, go to rfpra.com or call 706-291-0766.

Pop N  Corn returns: The Village Theatres off Turner McCall are home to this summer's shows each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The cost for the movie, popcorn and drink is $3 per person or $2 for the movie. Showtime is 12:30 p.m. each day. For more, please click POP

Cave Spring Library summer reading program updates: To participate in all Sara Hightower Reading Programs, you must have a valid library card which can be obtained with a parent or guardian at Cave Spring, Cedartown, Rockmart and Rome.  A library card from any of these or other PINES libraries statewide is valid.  All events begin at 2 p.m. with the exception of the teen movies on Saturday, which will start at 11 a.m.  More information can be found at http://www.cavespringlibrary.org/test2.html.

>June 30 - Storytime! with Chad Crews - Magical Educator

>July 2 - Crafts for young readers

>July 7 - Storytime! with Rome/Floyd County Children's library staff puppets

>July 9 - Crafts for young readers

>July 11 - Friday films: "Meet the Robinsons"

>July 14 - Storytime!

>July 16 - Crafts for young readers

>July 18 - Friday films: "The Borrowers"

>July 21 - Storytime!

>July 23 - Crafts for young readers

>July 25 - Friday films: "Enchanted"

>July 30 - Crafts for young readers

What's ahead for kids and Booth's children's Saturday, programs:

The programs are designed for kids 4 to 12 years old and normally meet from 10 a.m. until noon on the second Saturday, of each month. 

>July 12, 10 a.m.-noon           
Children’s Saturday – Oh Say Can You See?
Take a look at all the different flags that have flown over the State of Georgia during our history, especially the a.m. erican flag. Learn about artist Jasper Johns and his paintings featuring the a.m. erican flag. Create your own flag design to take home

>For more, please click Booth

SUMMER CAMP LISTINGS:

The Grand Theatre's 2008 Summer Music Theatre camps

To register for camp, you may come by our office at 7 N. Wall St. in downtown Cartersville from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday.You may also register by phone with a credit card by calling 770-607-3686.

>Senior Music Theatre camp—“Once Upon A Mattress”

Directors: Erin Gunter, Nathan Autry, and Brian McLeod

Grades: Completed Grades 7 - 12

Auditions: Saturday , July 12th - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dates:  July 14 – August 3, 2008

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bring a lunch or eat downtown.

Performances: Friday, August 1st and Saturday, , August 2nd at 7 p.m.,

Sunday, August 3rd at 2:30 p.m.

Curriculum: Students will experience all aspects of performing a Broadway                production: Acting, singing, dancing, technical work, costuming, makeup, and commitment to others.

Cost:  $325. Non-refundable deposit of $150 is due at registration.  Balance due May 1, 2008.

DARLINGTON SUMMER CAMPS

Darlington School is pleased to announce the following summer programs for 2008. All camps are open to Darlington and non-Darlington students. For more information or to register, click here or call 706-235-6051.
     
      OVERNIGHT OPTIONS
     
      Summer Scholars
      For students entering grades 6-9
      July 6-25
      Cost: $1,950, resident
      $950, day
     
      Tennis camp
      For boys and girls ages 10-15
      Session 1: June 29-July 3
      Session 2: July 5-9
      Cost: $545
     
      Tony DiCicco’s SoccerPlus camp
      For boys and girls ages 8-17
      June 28-July 3
      See www.soccerpluscamps.com to register.
     
      Joe Machnik’s No. 1 Soccer camp
      For boys and girls ages 8-17
      July 26-31
      See www.no1soccercamps.com to register.
     
      Warrior Lacrosse camp
      For boys and girls ages 8-18
      July 20-25
      See www.laxcamps.com to register.
     
      DAY ONLY
     
      camp Delightascope
      For boys and girls ages 2-7
      Session 1: July 7-11
      Session 2: July 14-18
      Session 3: July 21-25
      Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
      Location: Darlington School, Lower School
      Cost: $125 per session
     
           
      camp Darlington
      For boys and girls ages 7-12
      Session 2: June 30-July 11
      Session 3: July 14-25
      Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
      Location: Darlington School, Upper School
      Cost: $365 per session
     
                                   
      Baseball camp
      For boys ages 6-14
      June 30-July 3
      Time: 9 a.m. to noon, ages 6-9
      1 to 4 p.m., ages 10-14
      Cost: $75
     
      TEACHING THE TIGER
     
      Summer Math Skills Reinforcement
     
      Basic Math Skills
      For students entering grades 6-10
      July 21-25
      Time: 9 a.m. to noon
      Cost: $300
     
      The FUNdamentals of Algebra
      For students entering grades 8-10
      July 28-Aug. 1
      Time: 9 a.m. to noon
      Cost: $300
     
      The Ups and Downs of Geometry
      For students entering grades 10-11
      July 21-25
      Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
      Cost: $300
     
      Reading, Writing and Study Skills
     
      LC101: For students entering grades 7-8
      July 7-11
      Time: 9 a.m. to noon
      Cost: $300
     
      LC102: For students entering grades 9-10
      July 14-18
      Time: 9 a.m. to noon
      Cost: $300
     
      For more information on Teaching the Tiger, contact Libbie Zimmer at LZimmer@darlingtonschool.org.

ROME AREA HISTORY MUSEUM CAMPS

Where in the World is Rome, Georgia-Monday July 21

Kids start off history camp with a bang as they engage in an interactive geography lesson and a day of visiting local landmarks designed to teach the fascinating facts and secrets of Rome’s long, rich history.

Lifestyles of the Past-Tuesday July 22

campers spend the morning learning about the daily lives of earlier residents of this area complete with demonstrations and storytelling on the porch.  A field trip to some local landmarks, lessons in traditional crafts, and ga.m. es complete the day.

River Ways-Wednesday July 23

campers will have a dreamy time on a two hour lunch and tour aboard the Roman Holiday designed to teach the importance of the rivers to Rome’s history.  An afternoon of river related arts and crafts completes this day of interactive fun!

Taking a Stand-Thursday July 24

This day is dedicated to learning about events in which the people of Rome were called to take a stand for their beliefs.  Students will explore the Civil Rights Movement and World War II through stories, walking tours and interviews. 

Fun the Old Fashioned Way-Friday July 25

History camp winds down with a day of fun and ga.m. es of the past and a picnic down by the river.  The finale will be an easy going afternoon spent exploring Civil War era music, dance, and refreshments.

The cost of RAHM’s summer camp is $100 for the entire week or $20 per day.

Below are some things you should know before signing your child up for camp:

•  RAHM’s summer camp is suitable for rising 3rd-6th graders.
• There is a maximum group number of twenty campers per week.
• All registration forms and payment are to be received no later than June 9, 2008 for the session beginning June 16th; and no later than July 14th for the session beginning June 21st. 
• campers should bring a sack lunch Monday-Thursday.  On Friday RAHM will provide lunch.
• The hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, please contact Cherry Johnson at 706-235-8051 or e-mail cjohnson@romehistorymuseum.com

ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND REC SUMMER CAMPS

The Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation Authority is now registering for summer camps.  Register your child for a week or for the summer. Summer Camps offer a variety of activities based on weekly themes. Parents can select a camp from five community locations.  In addition to the traditional summer camp, many new camps have been added this year and include Outdoor Camp, Road Trip Camp, Challenger British Soccer Camp and All Sports Camp.  Tennis Camps and Football Camps are also being offered.  Scholarships are available. For complete camp details visit www.rfpra.com

All camps are closed on July 4. Families are invited to Ridge Ferry Park starting at 5 pm to enjoy a night of music, games, giveaways, and of course- fireworks!

Summer Camps

Camp Anthony, Garden Lakes

Cost: $75/wk

Dates: May 27-Jul 25

Time: 7:30 am -6 pm (M-F)

Ages: 6 -14

Gear up for fun and field trips! Each week offers a trip and daily themed activities from Disc Golf to Reaching for the stars at Fernbank Planetarium. Kids will enjoy activities like cave exploration, hiking, overnight camping and a visit to the Booth Western Museum.   Call to register: 235.3870

Camp Cave Spring

Cost: $59/wk

Dates: May 27-Jul 25

Time: 7:30 am -6 pm (M-F)

Ages: 6 -14

Kids will enjoy a variety of activities including daily swimming and crafts. Weekly themes include Drama Week where kids will put on a play.  Art week will feature a gallery event and Entertainment week will allow kids to focus on their favorite type of interactive fun.   Call to register: 291.0766

Camp Fielder

Cost: $39/wk

Dates: May 27-Jul 25

Time: 7:30 am-6 pm (M-F)

Ages: 6 -14

Kids will enjoy themed weeks packed full of activities from skating, to bowling to putt-putt. Weekly themes include World of Sports, People in My World and Discovery week.  Daily fun will include crafts, sports, indoor games and outdoor games. Special days like the Popcorn Festival and Family Cookout are also planned.  Call to register: 236.9711

Camp Gilbreath, Lindale

Cost: $75

Dates: May 27-Jul 25

Time: 7:30 am -6 pm (M-F)

Ages: 6 -14

Enjoy a variety of activities and field trips. Each week offers a new camp theme from Wild Safari week and a field trip to the Runnin' Wild Ranch to Under the Sea and a trip to the Tennessee Aquarium/Imax. Kids will enjoy activities like fishing, ropes coarse, sports and an Aloha Luau. Call to register: 290.0430

Camp Shannon

Cost: $59/wk

Dates: May 27-Jul 25

Time: 7:30 am -6 pm (M-F)

Ages: 6 -14

Kids will enjoy a variety of activities including swimming, crafts, indoor/outdoor sports and games. Weekly themes include Drama Week where kids will put on a play.  Art week will feature a gallery event and Entertainment week will allow kids to focus on their favorite type of interactive fun.    Call to register: 291.0766

Road Trip Camp

Registration Deadline: July 11                                                                      

Cost: $119

Dates: Jul 21-25                            

Time: 9 am - 4 pm (M-F)                     

Ages: 7-13

Lake Winnepesaukah...Tubing on Ocoee River...Chattanooga Lookout Game...Bowling...Movies...Canoeing...do we have your attention now?  Join us for a week of non-stop action.  Cost includes all activities and three lunches. Campers meet at Hamler Gym.       Call to register: 291.0766

Football Camps

Fundamentals Camps: Jul 26                     

Passing Camp: July 19

Kids will learn the basics at Fundamentals Camp including tackling, blocking and passing skills.  Passing Camp will focus solely on passing skills.

More football camp details coming soon!

Check rfpra.com for updates.

Tennis Camps

Cost: $65 ($75 camp & racket)

Dates: July 7-11, July 21-25, July 28-Aug 1

Time: 9 am -12 pm (M-F)

Tiny Tots Camp (ages 4-7): Learn the fundamentals of how to hit a tennis ball.

Fundamentals Camp (ages 7-18): Open to all skill levels. Skill development camp.

Match Play Camp (7-18): Open to skilled players consisting of match play and strategy.

Call to register: 290.0072

All Sports

Session 2: Jul 14-18

Cost: $89 per session

Time: 9 am -1 pm (M-F)

Ages: 7-10

Come play soccer, basketball, flag football, tennis, volleyball, swimming and bowling. Each day kids will participate in 3 different activities and learn the basics needed to play each sport. All equipment will be provided except glove and tennis racket. Campers should bring snack, lunch and drink each day. 

Call to register: 291.0766

Unity Christian School. For more information or to register, visit www.unitychristianschool.org or call 706-292-0700.

Cheerleading Camp/Week of July 7-11

•       CAMP TIMES: 9 AM – 12 PM
•       SNACK PROVIDED; CAMP T-SHIRT
•       LEARN NEW CHEERS!
•       PEP RALLY ON FRIDAY!