Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
For ages 7-12. The Appalachian Arts Craft Center has been teaching young people about crafts for more than 30 years. This camp teaches children about traditional Appalachian crafts as well as contemporary crafts. This year the camp will have projects like weaving, sewing, making baskets, making recycled paper, and other paper crafts. All crafts are suitable for boys and girls. Kids need to bring a packed lunch each day. Cost: $85 if registered by June 3; $95 after June 3. Some scholarships may be available. Call for more information.

Contact: 865-494-9854, e-mail
2716 Andersonville Highway, Clinton, TN | www.appalachianarts.net

June 17-21, June 24-28, July 8-12 AND July 15-19
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Imagine a summer camp packed with learning, making new friends, performing on stage, and most importantly - fun! That's just what we've designed with our Summer Acting Camps. Kids between the ages of 9 and 12 will experience the art of theatre. Each week children will learn improv, basic stage skills, and work together to write a play that they will perform on The U.S. Cellular Stage at The Bijou Theatre for family and friends at the close of each camp week.

Children are asked to bring a sack lunch that does not need to be refrigerated or heated. Cost: $135 per child per session.

June 17-21 (Carey Parham is the instructor for June 17-21 and July 15-19; Roy De La Rosa is the instructor for June 24-28 and July 8-12.

Contact: 865-522-0832 x 201, e-mail
803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902 | www.knoxbijou.com

Our summer classes are structured around a week-long intensive schedule. The classes will culminate in a “workshop” presentation for family and friends at the end of the week. The classes are divided into three levels of acting experience. Class size is small so that individual instruction and growth is possible for each student. The cost for the week is $230 per student. Each student will receive 2 complimentary tickets to a KCT show upon completion of the class.

June 17-21: CAMP I: Acting III: Advanced Acting
Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:00 PM. Ages 10-17. The Acting III class will study realistic and objective based acting in a fast paced and creative context. Using the tools of modern acting, participants will create unique characters as they write their own scenes and bind them into a one-act play that they will produce and present to invited guests at the end of this intense one week experience. Only the brave, committed and creative need apply. Class size is limited and subject to instructor approval and submission of resume, so early application is encouraged.

June 24-28: CAMP II: Acting II: Basics of Musical Theatre A
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Ages 8-11. Students in this class will develop their skills as a musical theatre performer. This will include good, healthy singing and vocal warmups, how to read and interpret music, learning to use the voice as an instrument for developing character and then how to execute a song in that same character. Students will learn how to appropriately make appropriate musical transitions on stage. We will also touch on learning new music quickly and the skill of singing and blending as a small ensemble. KCT’s Acting I class or some previous acting or stage experience recommended.

July 8-12: CAMP III: Acting II: Basics of Musical Theatre B
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Ages 11-14. Students in this class will develop their skills as a musical theatre performer. This will include good, healthy singing and vocal warmups, how to read and interpret music, learning to use the voice as an instrument for developing character and then how to execute a song in that same character. Students will learn how to appropriately make appropriate musical transitions on stage. We will also touch on learning new music quickly and the skill of singing and blending as a small ensemble. KCT’s Acting I class or some previous acting or stage experience recommended.

July 15-19: CAMP IV: Acting II: Intermediate Acting
Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:00 PM. This class is designed to develop the confidence and creativity of the intermediate level actor. Students will study correct vocal projection, stage movement, character development, and improvisation. Students will learn to develop specific skills for the stage through acting games, performance activities, and scene study Students will practice acting in groups, pairs, and individually with different assignments. KCT’s Acting I class or some previous acting experience recommended.

July 22-26: CAMP V: Acting I: Beginning Acting
Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Ages 8-11. KCT staff members have designed this class to channel the incredible energy of this age group into different characters and theatrical creations. Each class will begin with an introductory concept or skill of the theatre and acting for the stage. Students will practice through group acting games, performance activities, and beginning scene study and character development. This class is designed for students with little to no theatre experience who are interested in exploring the art of acting.

Contact: 865-599-5284, e-mail
109 E. Churchwell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917 | www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com

June 10-14 and June 17-18
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Kuumba Watoto Urban Youth Institute has been a seasonal program since AAAA's inception. Every year we hold a Drum and Dance camp for kids from 5 to 18 years old lasting 4 weeks. Camp participants are exposed to healthy forms of eating and endurance training which helps fight any early signs or current obesity. The KUUMBA KAMP experience leaves youth with a boost of self-discipline, pride, & self-esteem. Youth will also have the opportunity to perform during the Twenty-Fourth (24th) Anniversary KUUMBA FESTIVAL, with events happening throughout Knoxville. This year’s KUUMBA KAMP will feature workshops aimed to provide creative ways to develop the model performer through goal setting and boosting nutrition awareness. Participants will engage in creative lesson plans to enhance their Performance Skills. There will be workshops for jewelry and masquerade building, Guest Artist(s) trained in West African drum & dance, and plenty of fun & enrichment. Weight Loss and Goal-setting enrichment along with healthy snacks and plenty of fluids will be provided daily. Camp participants can bring a healthy snack daily. Cost: $60 per child for the entire camp; $25 per week/per child ($40 per child for family of 3 or more siblings).

Kuumba Kamp Community Sign-ups & Parent Appreciation Day will be on Sunday, May 26, 2013 from 2:00-5:00 PM in front of Austin-East Magnet High School on Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue.

Contact: 865-217-6786, e-mail
Vine Middle School, 1807 Martin Luther King Jr, Ave, Knoxville | www.kuumbafestival.com

Children ages 7 and up will be treated to art classes from experienced artists.  The art topics for each week are:

June 19 - Acrylic/Blue Dog with Marilyne Bartos
June 26 - Pottery with Judy Clark Turner
July 3 - Watercolor with Rebecca Harmelink
July 10 - Fabric Art with Jane Tavernier
July 17 - Mono Painting with Karen Shaw
July 24 - Watercolor with Rebecca Harmelink
July 31 - Watercolor with Sheryl Reeser
August 7 - Mono Painting with Karen Shaw
August 14 - Drawing Zentangles with Marilyne Bartos

The cost per session is $12 for the first child and $6 per additional child. This charge covers all materials.  Participants may attend any and all sessions with no reservation necessary.

Contact: 931-707-7249, e-mail
Plateau Creative Arts Center, 451 Lakeview Drive (off Peavine Drive) in Fairfield Glade | www.artguildfairfieldglade.net

The Primary Players Children's Theatre Group is holding two summer camps for aspiring actors and singers. The camps will be held at the Clayton Center for the Arts on the Maryville College campus June 10 - 14 and 17 - 21.

Both Camps will run 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held at the Clayton Center for the Arts on the campus of Maryville College. Costs: $175 per camper. Specials: $300 if child registers for both camps. Sibling discount: $175 for first child and $125 for subsequent sibling(s).

Email primaryplayers.tn@gmail.com to reserve your spot TODAY.  Primary Players is proud to be a Clayton Center for the Arts resident arts organization.

Contact: 865-981-8590

June 10-14 AND June 17-21
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Do you have children that are curious about science and enjoy field explorations and hands-on activities? Parents of rising fifth (10 years old), sixth and seventh graders can register their students now for a variety of science themed activities plus a tour of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and special presentations by ORNL researchers during the two weekly sessions. Cost is $175 for non-members. Both one-week camp sessions will be held at the Freels Bend Cabin site, where campers will utilize the natural setting to study insects, habitats, water, life science, weather, geology and fossils. Campers will also do activities and projects with flight, electricity and robots.

Contact: 865-576-3200, e-mail
300 S. Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 | www.amse.org

Participants will learn West African Djembe drumming from local West African drum instructor Obayana Ajanaku. Obayana is the West African Drum instructor at Austin-East Magnet School and Vine Middle Magnet School. He has extensive training in the Djembe arts as well as other traditional and modern percussions.   Takia Ajanaku will be leading the African dance class.  The class will consist of African dance, techniques, and culture.  Classes are designed to educate, motivate, and inspire dancers about the positive awareness of African Cultural Dance. Laura Burgamy from The Wing Project will be introducing workshop participants to aerial arts to include silk and lyra.  Everyone will have the opportunity to explore these two popular forms of aerial dance.

Participants must be at least 8 years of age.  No experience necessary.  Cost is $150 for the three day workshop.

Contact: 865-539-2475, e-mail

July 8-12, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages 8-10 - Fee: $115
CreACTivity - Acting Instruction Program
Through creative dramatics, theatre games and exercises, students will explore and expand their abilities in all areas of acting for the stage. The week will culminate with a showcase of performances by all students.

July 15-19, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ages 11-13 - Fee: $125
ImaginACTion - Acting Instruction Program offered by The WordPlayers
This fun active camp will focus on using imagination and technique to create characters for the stage. Through theatre games and exercises, students will explore and expand their abilities in all areas of acting. The week will culminate with a showcase of performances by all students.

At the Clayton Performing Arts Center, Pellissippi State Hardin Valley Campus. Registration can be completed in one of three ways:
1. Online at http://www.pstcc.edu/bcs  (Select Register for a Class on the left side of page)
2. By phone at 865-539-7167
3. In person at 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Alexander Building, Room 108

Contact: 865-539-2490, e-mail | www.wordplayers.org

Bring history to life; explore your creativity; expand your imagination; enhance your knowledge! This summer camp is designed for ages 9-13. Jump into American History and experience first-hand what it was like to live during early America. A fun filled week of outdoor and indoor hands-on activities.

Contact/registration: 865-539-7167 | www.pstcc.edu/bcs
At Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorngrove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914 | www.ramseyhouse.org

June 10-21: 100 Years of Broadway Musical Theatre Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, for ages 11-17. Cost: $390. This two-week camp teaches stage presence, musicality, movement and vocal skills and culminates in a fast-paced showcase of Broadway show tunes from Tin Pan Alley, to Grease to Phantom of the Opera!

June 24-28: Lights, Camera, Action! Musical Theatre Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, for ages 6-10. Cost: $195. We’ll focus on Hollywood for this one week camp filled with singing, dancing and fun with songs from Spongebob Squarepants, Finding Nemo, Shrek and more! Campers will craft their own props and costume pieces to use in the showcase performance.

July 8-12: Acting Skills For Young Actors Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, for ages 6-10. Cost: $195. This camp will offer age-appropriate training in how to read a script, prepare for auditions and rehearse and perform scenes from the latest TV and film scripts. Great for building both confidence and poise!

July 8-12: Playwriting Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, for ages 11-17. Cost: $195. A chance for budding wordsmiths to see their work on stage! Writing, acting and directing skills are covered in this one week camp. (It is recommended, but not required that Playwriting Campers sign up for On Camera Acting Skills Camp as well.)

July 15-19: On Camera Acting Skills Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, for ages 11-17. Cost: $215. Campers will learn how to prepare for and ace film auditions and see their work on video. Also in this one week camp, we’ll watch scenes from our favorite movies and welcome guest actors and directors.

July 22-26: Improvisational Acting
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, for ages 11-17. Cost: $195. Professional actors use improvisation to find depth and truth in their characters. We’ll try out improv techniques for both drama and comedy in this one week camp where creativity rules!

July 22-26: Adult Acting Camp
6:30-9:00 PM, for ages 18+. Cost: $215. This evening camp is a chance to focus on acting skills in a fun atmosphere. Be challenged and supported by professional actors and directors as you grow in ability, confidence and professionalism.

Aftercare is available until 5:30 PM for $75 per week. All camps meet at 1529 Downtown West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37919.

Contact: 865-312-2458, e-mail | www.flyinganviltheatre.com

May 25 – June 29: Children’s Watercolor
Saturdays, 1:30-3:00 PM. Mary Secrist will offer watercolor classes for students ages 8 – 12 years old. All materials will be supplied. Cost: $75 per student.

May 28 – June 25 AND July 2-30: Children’s Art
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Jan Bolus will work with students to have one or two completed projects to take home at the end of each class. The cost is $105 for non-members; all materials included.

Clay classes: We have flexible times for children’s handbuilding with clay or wheel thrown clay. Call the Director or email the Art Center to schedule. Appropriate for ages 8+.

We also offer classical and folk guitar lessons at the Art Center through instructor Andy LeGrand of LeGrand Music Studio: e-mail or 865-223-5885.

Contact: Sylvia Williams, 865-357-2787, e-mail
Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37918 | www.fountaincityartctr.com

Dr. Seuss Camp (Grades K-2) - June 10-14
Weird Science (Grades 4-5) - June 17-21
Forest Fairies and Woodland Gnomes (Grades K-1) - July 8-12
Audubon 1800s Naturalists (Grades 3-5) - July 15-19
Aquatic Adventures (Grades K-1) - July 29-31

Contact: Jennifer Roder, 865-577-4717 x 130, e-mail
www.ijams.org

Preschool: Zookids who will be 3 or 4 BEFORE camp begins. Parent attends with child. Snack and drink provided for child. The fun activities are designed for children 3 and 4 with significant parental involvement. We cannot accommodate unregistered siblings.
Session I June 10 – 14 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Session II June 17 – 21 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Session III June 24 – 28 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Session IV July 22 - 26 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Are You My Mother?
Is your mother an alligator or maybe a lion? Whether she hops or flies or walks or swims, mothers are very important!

Kindergarten: Zookids who are 5 BEFORE camp begins. Parent does not attend with child. Snack and drink provided.
Session II June 10 – 14 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Session III July 15 - 19 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Session IV July 29 – August 2 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Are You My Mother?
Does a snake have a mother? What does a baboon’s dad look like? Animal families are amazing!

First Grade: Zookids who will be entering the 1st grade. Bring a sack lunch. Drink provided.
Session II June 24 -28 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Session III July 8 - 12 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Session IV July 29 – August 2 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
big, Bigger, BIGGEST
Tiny butterflies to giant tortoise and alligators to elephants, animals of all shapes and sizes fit into the web of life. Is bigger better? Join us and find out!

Second / Third Grade:
Zookids who will be entering the 2nd or 3rd grade. Bring a sack lunch. Drink provided.
Session V July 29 – August 2 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Dinner or Diner?
From the monarch of butterflies to the king of the jungle, it’s astonishing what and how animals eat. Uncover some of the secrets of eating wild and not being eaten.

Each ZooCamper will be experiencing a program especially designed to meet the needs, interests and expectations appropriate to their age and developmental stage, so it is important that you comply with the age guidelines. Please do not request to enroll children in other age categories. Siblings are not allowed to attend. Children with special needs may require personal chaperone be provided. Come to as many camps as you wish. Age limit for ZooCamp is 14 years old. Registration required. FEES:
Preschool and Kindergarten Sessions: Zoo members $125.00
First through Fifth Grade Sessions: Zoo members $135.00
Sixth through Eighth Grade Sessions: Zoo members $145.00
If you are not a zoo member, add $10 to the cost for each camp session.

All camps are held at Knoxville Zoo rain or shine.

Contact: 865-637-5331, www.knoxville-zoo.org

KMA’s Summer Art Academy classes will expand your child’s creativity and his or her knowledge of art. The KMA offers classes that ignite your child’s imagination through painting, sculpture, drawing, and more. These classes will not only increase your child’s knowledge of art, but will help in the development of his or her artistic techniques, fine motor skills, critical thinking skills, and confidence. Each week offers a new and exciting age-appropriate art class that will nourish and challenge your child. Morning classes are offered each week for children ages 3-12 years old. Morning classes are offered each week for children ages 3-12 years old. Afternoon classes are offered for ages 13 and up. Tuition for the half-day class is $85.00 for Members and $100.00 for Non-members (unless specified otherwise), and includes workshop supplies, instruction, and guided tours. Workshops and scholarships are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Contact: 865-523-6349, e-mail
Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916 | PDF listing of classes

Contact: Judy McMillan, 865-637-3163, e-mail
2728 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 | www.crescentbend.com
Advance reservations required? YES; please call ahead to schedule a tour.

Free admission to the Museum of East Tennessee History for one parent accompanying a participating child.

Contact: 865-215-8824, e-mail
East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902 | www.eastTNhistory.org
Advance reservations required? NO

Visit James White's Fort to experience what life was like in East Tennessee more than 200 years ago! James White’s Fort is the home of James White who settled in Knoxville with a 1,000-acre land grant from the state of North Carolina. Includes White’s first home, furnished with original tools and artifacts from the period. Penny Performance students may enjoy a self-guided tour of the Fort for free with paid Adult admission.
Admission is free for up to three children per paying adult. No groups.

Free live music show and live radio broadcast. Students will also be given a studio tour upon request. The Blue Plate Special is broadcast on the radio at 89.9 FM, 93.9 FM and 102.9, online at www.wdvx.com, and on mobile devices through Public Radio Exchange (iPhone app) and Tune-In Radio (Droid app). Select shows will be held live at special locations throughout the year, including the Market Square Stage in downtown Knoxville.

Contact: 865-544-1029 x231, e-mail
Knoxville Visitor Center, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902 (other locations as announced) | www.wdvx.com
Advance reservations required? For studio tour only.