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Kiddie Pool 21/03/11

Family fun for the weekend

Photo courtesy of the NH Audubon Society.

Enjoy the (likely fleeting) warm weather

New Hampshire’s Audubon centers are still closed, but their sanctuary trails are open for families who want to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather. There are miles of trails at the centers in Concord (84 Silk Farm Road, 224-9909) and in Auburn (26 Audubon Way, 668-2045). The trails are open from dawn until dusk. Don’t forget to wear appropriate shoes, as trails may be snowy or muddy. Visit nhaudubon.org.

Love your library

Many local libraries are closed or have limited hours and services, but they’re still offering plenty of fun for kids and families. The Nashua Public Library (2 Court St., 589-4600, nashualibrary.org) has virtual story times posted on its website, along with monthly interactive virtual activities — March’s is “The Great Flood.” The library also offers age-appropriate craft projects on the second Saturday of each month; materials can be picked up curbside.

At the Manchester City Library (405 Pine St., 624-6550, manchester.lib.nh.us) kids can find a new Messy Art project online each Wednesday afternoon. The projects can be done at home with items around the house. There’s also a weekly virtual storytime for kids ages 1 to 5, with a new video posted every Monday morning at 10 a.m. on the library’s Facebook page, with a craft kit based on the weekly theme available for curbside pickup. And each Thursday afternoon at 3 p.m., the library posts a new Lego challenge on Facebook for kids and families.

And at the Concord Public Library (45 Green St., 225-8670, concordpubliclibrary.net) parents can pick up craft kits for their kids; this week’s kit is a St. Paddy’s Bear, available at the library through Friday, March 12, or until supplies are gone (call ahead to see if there are any left before coming to the library). The library is also hosting a St. Patrick’s Day themed virtual storytime on Wednesday, March 17, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Register online to attend.

To discover the virtual events and activities that are happening at your local library, visit its website — most town and city libraries have revamped their programming to offer safe, at-home fun for families.

Art club

Middle school and high school youth are invited to Kimball Jenkins School of Art (266 N. Main St., Concord, 225-3932, kimballjenkins.com) each Tuesday after school from 3:30 to 6 p.m. for a free art club. KJ Art Lab meets each week and teaches art skills, project planning and community development. There is no cost for attendance or materials. New participants are always welcome, though a commitment to regular attendance is requested due to the collaboration on many of the art projects.

Dream Big

Make a wish list of trees you want

I was recently thumbing through my first book, Notes from the Garden, looking for inspiration for yet another winter article. In it I read that I had planted my Merrill magnolia in 2001. I had forgotten that I planted it just 20 years ago this spring — it feels like it has always been there!

Looking out the window at that handsome tree that blooms each April with a thousand large, lightly fragrant double white blossoms made me think: How many of us plant a tree with a vision of what it will be like in 20 years? I had mainly hoped it would survive to bloom modestly, but it has been a magnificent tree for a decade or more.

I invite you to draw up a wish list this winter. Think of big, majestic trees that you wish to have and figure out where you could plant them. Dream of flowering trees. Think of native trees that will feed the baby birds with the thousands of barely noticeable caterpillars that feed on their leaves. Imagine a recliner in the shade of a tree you have planted. Picture grandchildren playing in its shade.

I think it’s important to realize that trees get to be of a good size fairly quickly. Most grow two to three feet per year, some even more than that. So what if you are 60 or 70 or 80 years old? Even if you never live to see it bloom or drop nuts on the lawn, you are improving the environment, now and in years to come.

Years ago I visited author, illustrator, eccentric and well-known recluse Tasha Tudor at her home in southern Vermont. She was in her late 80s at the time but still was planting trees. She asked me if I could help her find two specific crabapple varieties that she had planted 30 years before but was unable to find anywhere.

One variety I found at EC Brown’s nursery in Thetford, Vermont. The other I could not find, so I asked her where she had purchased it. She told me that she bought it at Weston Nurseries, and I called them. The woman who answered the phone remembered her, and the fact that she traveled with a rooster under her arm. Amazingly, she also remembered the fellow who waited on her that day; he still worked there, and he was brought to the phone. He explained that the variety was no longer in production. End of story.

Actually, it was not. I saw Wayne Mezitt, the owner of Weston Nurseries, at a trade show, and told him the story of his people remembering Tasha. He said he would make her some of the trees she wanted by grafting branches onto root stock. And he did. Three years later, Wayne and I met and presented Tasha with the trees she wanted. By then she was past 90 but still planting trees. Did she ever get to see them blossom? Unlikely, but I love the idea of someone her age planting trees. I hope to do the same.

If you plant trees over a long period of time it is hard to keep track of when you planted them,and the variety planted. Keeping track takes real discipline. In my experience, tags are fine for a few years, but eventually they get lost or the writing fades until it is unreadable.

If you are linked closely to your phone or tablet, that might be one way to keep track of what you plant — until the phone dies or gets replaced. I don’t have a cell phone, so I cannot advise how to keep records on it. But I do take lots of photos and they are in my computer by date, so I should be able to find most anything I plant — so long as I label well — and the computer doesn’t eat things, which mine does from time to time.

I like writing things down, using a real pen, sometimes even using my trusty fountain pen. Years ago I bought a 10-year Gardener’s Journal from Lee Valley Tool Co. They still sell them, and at about the same price: $32.90. It is hard-covered and durable. The only thing it lacks is a search function. It has a page for every day of the year, and 10 sections per page — a few lines for every day. In principle I would write the weather, what I planted or pruned or dug out every day. But life gets in the way of even the best of intentions.

I like old-fashioned “3×5” cards for making lists: to-do lists, grocery lists. They fit nicely in a pocket and good ones are quite sturdy. My Winter Resolution (like a New Year’s resolution, but made after Groundhog Day) is this: I will fill in a note card every time I plant something. I have an old-fashioned wooden box designed for 3×5 cards, and I will use it to keep track of my plantings this year.

So what will go on the cards? First I have to decide if I will use common names or scientific names for alphabetizing the plants. I will use the scientific names, as that is how I think of most of my plants. But I will also include common names. Date planted, source of the plant, where planted, perhaps soil amendments added or any other details that might be useful. If plants die, I will keep the card, but place a black dot on the upper right corner of the card.

Last fall I wrote up a list of woody plants I have planted here in Cornish Flat since I bought my house in 1970. I listed nearly 80 species or varieties. I think I’ll fill in a card for each tree on the next raw, gray, wet day.

Featured Photo: Wayne Mezitt presents Tasha Tudor a White Weeper crab apple. Photo courtesy of Henry Homeyer.

The Art Roundup 21/03/11

The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities

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Jane Oneail will discuss the works of Frank Lloyd Wright and Norman Rockwell during the Walker Lecture Series. Courtesy photos.

• Post-apocalyptic Hamlet auditions: Manchester-based Cue Zero Theatre Co. is holding video auditions for its reimagined production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. “Hamlet will be set in a ‘post-rapture’ world, with the characters of the play being those unworthy of the Kingdom of Heaven,” the company announced in a press release. “Described as ‘The Walking Dead without the zombies’ in mood and atmosphere, this production will place the world’s most famous play in a heightened and extra dangerous landscape.” Open roles include Gertrude, Laertes, Guildenstern/Bernardo and ensemble characters. Performers must be at least 16 years old by opening night. To audition, submit a one-minute video of yourself performing a Shakespearean monologue that showcases your theatrical abilities by 11:59 p.m., on Sunday, March 21. Callbacks will be held in person on Thursday, March 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. The production will run June 18 through June 27 at the Derry Opera House. Rehearsals will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m., starting on March 28, mostly over Zoom, with some in-person rehearsals at the Granite State Arts Academy in Salem. Visit cztheatre.com or email [email protected].

• Military authors: The Music Hall in Portsmouth presents a virtual event with former military officers and award-winning authors Elliot Ackerman and Admiral James Stavridis on Tuesday, March 16, at 7 p.m., as part of its virtual Writers in The Loft series. Ackerman and Stavridis will discuss their new novel, 2034, a geopolitical thriller in which a naval clash occurs between the U.S. and China. An interview with Jonathan Day, managing partner at Centrus Digital and major in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, will follow the authors’ presentation, along with an audience Q&A. Tickets cost $5 for access to the event, which will be livestreamed on Crowdcast. Visit themusichall.org or call 436-2400.

• A look at two artists: The Walker Lecture Series continues on Wednesday, March 17, with an art history lecture on Frank Lloyd Wright and Norman Rockwell, presented by Jane Oneail, to be held virtually over Zoom at 7:30 p.m. Oneail holds a master’s degree in Art History from Boston University and has taught at the college level for more than a decade. She previously served as the executive director of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen and as Senior Educator at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester. A recording of the lecture will also be available to watch starting the following day. The series will continue every Wednesday through April 21. Other upcoming events include a history lecture on New Hampshire revolutionaries John Stark and Henry Dearborn; a discussion with Michael Tougias about his memoir The Waters Between Us; a nature program about bears; travelogues about Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska and the deserts, coastline and safari parks of Namibia; and a faculty concert by Concord Community Music School. All are free and open to the public. Call 333-0035 or visit walkerlecture.org.

• Call for artist members: Applications for the New Hampshire Art Association’s spring jurying for new members are due by Thursday, March 18, with jurying to take place on Monday, March 22. The oldest statewide artist association in the state, NHAA provides many opportunities for New England artists to exhibit and sell their artwork throughout the year. Prospective members must submit original works of art in the same medium that “reflect the artist’s voice and are representative of their body of work,” according to the NHAA website. A jury of established NHAA artist members with backgrounds in a variety of media will review and judge the work. The jury looks for “maturity of artistic concept, mastery of the medium, composition, consistency of artistic concept and presentation,” the website said. For a prospectus and application form, visit nhartassociation.org and click on “Become a Member.” Applications and the application fee payment can be submitted online or in person at the NHAA headquarters (136 State St., Portsmouth). Instructions for dropping off and picking up artwork will be emailed after an application and payment are received. Visit nhartassociation.org or call 431-4230.

Featured photo: Jane Oneail will discuss the works of Frank Lloyd Wright and Norman Rockwell during the Walker Lecture Series. Courtesy photos.

Drawn in

New community art classes come to Manchester

Manchester has welcomed a new creative space to its growing art scene on Hanover Street.

Art House Studios, owned and operated by Manchester artist and art instructor Jason Bagatta, provides small, in-person drawing and painting classes and workshops for all levels.

“I’ve been in Manchester for a while and … I’m always looking to create something new, to make this town a better place to be,” Bagatta said.

Bagatta, who holds a master’s degree in fine art and interdisciplinary art with a focus on drawing, painting and conceptual art, has been teaching art at the college level for more than 20 years. He also teaches youth and community arts and decided to open Art House Studios, he said, after noticing an increasing demand for community arts education opportunities.

“The community and continuing ed classes I was teaching would almost always fill up,” he said. “There are many people who are not pursuing a degree [in art] but are interested in the arts and want to develop their skills further, or they’re just looking for a way to express themselves and focus their creative energy.”

The 1,200-square-foot studio has high ceilings and multiple windows and is “totally suitable for adhering to social distancing and safety protocols,” Bagatta said.

Art House Studios currently offers four courses. They run for six or seven weeks, starting whenever there is enough interest, with classes held once a week.

The “Drawing Fundamentals” course explores techniques of observational drawing, beginning with simple shapes and lines. Students will work with a variety of media, including graphite, chalk pastel, charcoal, pen, brush, ink and colored pencil. The “Painting in Acrylic” course covers the basics of color, line, shape, texture, light and shadow as well as the color-mixing and texture-building possibilities and limitations of acrylic paint. Students will sketch, then paint subjects or scenes from observation, memory or a photograph. “Drawing Fundamentals” and “Painting in Acrylic” are geared toward novice and intermediate level students.

In “Drawing: Observation to Abstraction,” intermediate and advanced level students will use their knowledge of fundamental drawing techniques to deviate from visual reality while maintaining clarity in their artistic vision. They will work with pencils, charcoal, stick and pencil pastel, colored markers, colored pencil, watercolor, paint pens, ballpoint pen and black ink pens.

“Exploring Mixed Media,” open to all levels, will include a study of the concept of mixed media and experimentation with a variety of 2D and 3D media to create symbolic meaning within the context of a theme.

More courses may be added in the future, depending on what people’s interests are.

“I’m pretty versatile,” Bagatta said. “The more people talk to me about what they want, the more inclined I am to open things up and gear a class toward them.”

Bagatta said students will receive individualized attention to help them set and achieve their own goals for what they want to get out of the class.

“My intention is not to teach people to do things my way,” he said. “It’s to guide people in the direction that they need to go in. I want them to take the tools and techniques and processes that I’m showing them and interpret those in their own way.”

As of now, classes are limited to six students but can have up to 12 students once it’s safe to do so, he said. Masks will be required at all times, and the studio will be disinfected after each class.

Art House Studios School for Drawing & Painting
Where: 66 Hanover St., Suite 202, Manchester
When: Courses run six or seven weeks. Classes run two-and-a-half hours and are held one day a week. Start dates and schedules vary, depending on interest.
Cost: $165 for six-week courses, $190 for seven-week courses
More info: arthousestudios.org, [email protected]

Featured photo: Inside Art House Studios. Courtesy photo.

Art

Call for Art

• NHAA SPRING JURYING The New Hampshire Art Association accepts new members. Jurying takes place on Mon., March 22. For a prospectus and application form, visit nhartassociation.org and click on “Become a Member.” Applications and application fee payment are due by Thurs., March 18, and can be submitted online or in person at the NHAA headquarters (136 State St., Portsmouth). Instructions for dropping off and picking up artwork will be emailed after an application and payment is received. Call 431-4230.

• MAGNIFY VOICES EXPRESSIVE ARTS CONTEST Kids in grades 5 through 12 may submit creative may submit a short film (2 minutes or less); an original essay or poem (1000 words or less); or a design in another artistic medium such as a painting, song or sculpture that expresses their experience or observations of mental health in New Hampshire. Art pieces will be showcased to help raise awareness, decrease stigma and discrimination, and affect change to ensure socially and emotionally healthy growth for all children in New Hampshire. Submission deadline is March 31. Prize money will be awarded for grades 5 through 8 and grades 9 through 12. A celebration will take place in May, date TBD. Email [email protected].

• ART ON MAIN The City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce are seeking professional sculptors for year-round outdoor public art exhibit set up in Concord’s downtown. Must be age 18 or older. Submit up to two original sculptures for consideration. Submission deadline is March 31. Sculptors will be notified of their acceptance by April 30. Installation will begin on May 21. Exhibit opens in June. Selected sculptors will receive a $500 stipend. All sculptures will be for sale. Visit concordnhchamber.com/creativeconcord, call 224-2508 or email [email protected].

Classes & lectures

• “NORMAN ROCKWELL AND FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT” Jane Oneail presents a lecture. Part of Concord’s Walker Lecture Series. Virtual, via Zoom. Wed., March 17, 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Call 333-0035 or visit walkerlecture.org.

Exhibits

• “THE VIEW THROUGH MY EYES” The New Hampshire Art Association presents works by pastel artist Chris Reid. Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce Gallery, 49 S. Main St., Concord. On display now through March 18. Visit nhartassociation.org or call 431-4230.

• GALLERY ART A new collection of art by more than 20 area artists on display now in-person and online. Creative Ventures Gallery (411 Nashua St., Milford). Call 672-2500 or visit creativeventuresfineart.com.

Theater

Shows

• A TEMPEST PRAYER New Hampshire Theatre Project’s SoloStage program presents. Fri., March 19, and Sat., March 20, 8 p.m., and Sun., March 21, 2 p.m. Performances held virtually and in-person at 959 Islington St., Portsmouth. In-person show tickets cost $30, and virtual show tickets cost $20. Call 431-6644 or visit nhtheatreproject.org.

Summer camp!

Get excited about

Summer Camp!

Your guide to day camps and their plans for this summer

Summer camps are back in business, from special interest camps for art, sports, academic enrichment, STEM and nature, to general interest camps with all kinds of games and activities.

With many camps limiting their capacity this year to allow for social distancing, now is the time to register if you want to secure a spot. Here, you’ll find camps with registration open now as well as camps with tentative plans and details to be announced in the coming months.

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT

Breakthrough Manchester at the Derryfield School 2108 River Road, Manchester, 641-9426, breakthroughmanchester.org

What: Breakthrough Manchester offers middle school summer programming for Manchester middle school students who might not have the resources for summer camp enrollment, delivering a combination of rigorous academics and fun, high-energy summer experiences. Who: Sixth-grade students attending a Manchester middle school, with priority to those who have limited access to summer enrichment opportunities When: Monday through Friday, dates offered June 21 through July 30 (registration deadline is April 1) Cost: Free (includes transportation to and from the school, as well as breakfast and lunch)

College Preparation; Find Your Voice – Jump Start Your College Essay The Derryfield School, 2108 River Road, Manchester, 641-9426, derryfield.org/summer/college-prep–academic-programs

What: This intensive writing workshop is designed to create a space for local high schoolers to begin the creative process of drafting their college essay. The class will be run in person (potential for a virtual option in August if there is interest) with time spent sharing essay drafts as a group and individual time writing with guidance from the teacher. On the final day of the workshop, a college admissions officer will provide the college perspective on the personal statement and read essay drafts. Who: Students entering grades 11 and 12 When: Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., dates offered June 7 to June 11 or Aug. 9 to Aug. 13 Cost: $375

Kumon Math & Reading Center 128 S. River Road, Bedford; 505 W. Hollis St., No. 103, Nashua, 897-6194; 95 Brewery Lane, No. 8, Portsmouth, 427-8456; kumon.com

What: Each center offers an independent learning program for kids to freshen up their skills in math and reading. Topics covered in math include counting and number sequencing, fractions, order of operations, algebra, trigonometry and calculus. Topics covered in reading include vocabulary, phonics, sentence building and reading comprehension. Who: Preschool through high school When: The Bedford center is open Monday and Thursday, from 3 to 6 p.m. The Nashua center is open Wednesday, from 4 to 7 p.m., and Friday, from 5 to 8 p.m. The Portsmouth center is open Tuesday and Thursday, from 2 to 6 p.m. Cost: Varies; call your individual center for details

SAT/ACT Preparation The Derryfield School, 2108 River Road, Manchester, 641-9426, derryfield.org/summer/college-prep–academic-programs

What: Students will learn the universal strategies and components of the SAT and ACT, followed by individual recommendations. Classes will include one-on-one time with the instructor and group work. Students may register for verbal sessions, math sessions, or both. Who: Students entering grades 11 and 12 When: Verbal sessions run Monday through Friday from 9:15 to 11:45 a.m., and math sessions run from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m., dates offered June 14 to June 18, July 12 to July 16, or Aug. 9 to Aug. 13 Cost: Ranges from $375 for half-day sessions to $650 for full-day sessions

Thursday Mini-Camps – “We the People: Beyond the Battlefield American Independence Museum, 1 Governors Lane, Exeter, 772-2622, independencemuseum.org

What: Campers will immerse themselves in hands-on 18th century life, discovering the stories of the men and women who fought and won the American Revolution and their stories beyond the battlefield. Up to four sessions are available. Who: Ages 8 to 12 When: Sessions run Thursdays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., dates offered July 1, July 8, July 15 and July 22 Cost: $45 per day or $170 for all four sessions for museum members; $55 per day or $195 for all four sessions for non-members.

ART

Brainwave Summer Art and STEAM Camps The Nature of Things, 10 Groton Road, Nashua, 881-4815, tnotgroup.com/enrichment-center/summer.php

What: Themes include Canvas Painting & Drawing Plein Air, Duct Tape & Wire Sculpture Arts, Illustrate It, Lost Civilizations: From Culture-Building to Multimedia Museum Exhibit, Art Exploration: From Crayons to Pixels, Minecraft Art Heist: Widgets, Traps, & Redstone, Animate It, Start Up: Birth of a Brand, Lego Mind Palace, Cardboard Quest & Engineering, and Minecraft Around the Universe in 5 Days: Creative World Building & Architecture. Who: Ages 6 through 14 (varies by camp) When: Sessions run for one or two weeks, depending on the camp, Monday through Friday (no camp on Monday, July 5), 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20 Cost: One-week camps range from $355 to $380, two-week camps are $725

Creative Ventures Gallery 411 Nashua St., Milford, 672-2500, creativeventuresfineart.com

What: Discovering Art in Nature camp includes drawing, painting and crafting a variety of art projects inspired by the outdoors. Who: Ages 8 through 12 When: Monday, Aug. 2, through Thursday, Aug. 5, 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $100

Kimball Jenkins School of Art 266 N. Main St., Concord, 225-3932, kimballjenkins.com/summer-arts-camp

What: Campers participate in indoor and outdoor art, history and engineering activities. Themes include Wild Animal Safari, Think Like an Artist, Fantasy & Fashion, Around the Campfire, Magic & Muggles, Travel the World and Bam! Wow! Pop Art! Who: Ages 6 through 17 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., dates offered June 28 through Aug. 20 Cost: $275 per week ($255 for members)

Studio 550 Pottery Camp Studio 550 Community Art Center, 550 Elm St., Manchester, 232-5597, 550arts.com

What: Campers will learn to throw on a pottery wheel and hand-sculpt with clay. Who: Ages 10 through 16 When: Sessions will run Monday through Friday, with a morning option from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and an afternoon option from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Dates TBA. Cost: TBA

Wild Salamander Summer Camps Wild Salamander Creative Arts Center, 30 Ash St., Hollis, 465-9453, wildsalamander.com

What: A variety of art camps that work with a theme or concept, covering several art media, like painting, drawing, sculpting and fiber arts Who: Pre-K through Grade 8 When: Runs weekly, dates offered July 5 through Aug. 6 Cost: Registration will begin April 10; call for more details.

DANCE

Concord Dance Academy 26 Commercial St., Concord, 226-0200, concorddanceacademy.com/dance-camp

What: Camps teach a variety of dance styles, including tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, ballet, tumbling and musical theater. Other activities include arts and crafts, nature walks and scavenger hunts. Who: Ages 3 through 13 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a full day, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a half day, dates offered July 19 through July 23, and July 26 through July 30 Cost: $250 for full day week, $150 for half day week, or $50 per individual full day and $30 per individual half day

Southern New Hampshire Dance Theater 19 Harvey Road, Bedford, 637-4398, snhdt.org What: Programs include Preschool Princess camp and Prima Ballerina camp (girls ages 3 through 5), the Young Dancers’ Program (ages 6 through 12) for beginner and intermediate dancers, and a three-week Summer Intensive (ages 10+) for serious dancers looking to challenge themselves. Who: Girls ages 3 and up When: Preschool camps run Tuesday through Thursday, July 6 through July 15, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.; Young Dancers Program runs Monday through Friday, July 19 through July 23, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Intensive runs Monday through Friday (with optional Saturday class), July 26 through Aug. 14, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $160 for Princess and Prima Ballerina camp (or $290 for both), $175 for Young Dancers Program; Intensive ranges from $550 to $1,250, depending on number of weeks

FILMMAKING

Triple Threat Film Camp Londonderry Dance Academy, 21 Buttrick Road, Londonderry, 432-0032, triplethreattheatercamp.com/audition-intensive

What: Campers will learn the process of making a film, including writing; camera, sound and lighting; directing, and editing. Who: Ages 8 to 18 When: Monday, July 5, through Friday, July 9, 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Cost: $275

Movie Making Camp SEE Science Center, 200 Bedford St., Manchester, 669-0400, see-sciencecenter.org/movie-making-camp

What: Campers will create an “Invention and Discovery” film using stop motion animation Lego bricks and minifigures. Working in groups, each camper will learn techniques of storyboarding, set design, construction, mini-figure casting and more. Who: Ages 8 to 12 When: Monday, Aug. 2, through Friday, Aug. 6, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $300

GENERAL INTEREST

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire Locations in Andover, Concord, Epsom, Holderness, Hopkinton, Laconia, Suncook, Sutton, Warner and Weare, 224-1061, centralnhclubs.org

What: Centers offer general camps and specialty camps, with activities like arts and crafts, water games, sports, field trips, cooking, hiking and more. Who: Grades 1 through 8 (varies depending on the camp location) When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., dates offered June 14 through Aug. 27 Cost: Ranges from $135 to $200 per week

Boys & Girls Club of Manchester Camp Foster, Kidz Camp and Summer teen program, 36 Camp Allen Road, Bedford; Union Street Clubhouse, 555 Union St., Manchester; 625-5031, begreatmanchester.org

What: Activities at Camp Foster include swimming, playground time, arts and crafts, field games, athletics, hiking, boating and canoeing. Campers at Kidz Kamp (grades K and 1) and in the summer teen program (grades 8 through 12) will participate in similar activities and attend Camp Foster each afternoon. Who: Grades K through 12; membership required ($25) When: Sessions begin Monday, June 21, and end on Friday, Sept. 3 Cost: Ranges from $140 to $145 per week, plus a $25 membership fee ($10 membership fee only for the Summer Teen program).

Brentwood Recreation Day Camp 190 Route 125, Brentwood, hosted by the Brentwood Parks & Recreation Department, 642-6400, rec.brentwoodnh.gov/programs

What: Traditional day camp with activities like water and non-water games, arts and crafts, team-building activities, yoga and more. Who: Kids entering grades 1 through 6 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20 (no camp on Monday, July 5) Cost: Call for details; registration is open now for both residents and non-residents, but is limited due to Covid-19 restrictions

Camp 603 507 Hall St., Bow, 568-8107, camp603.com

What: Activities include trips to Lake Winnisquam for waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing and other water sports; Mount Major, Mount Cardigan and other local mountains for days of hiking; and Hampton Beach for beach trips, swimming and more. Who: Ages 10 to 17 When: Weekly sessions run from Monday through Friday, dates offered July 6 through Aug. 6 (registration is limited) Cost: $660 for the first week, which is shortened due to the July 4 holiday; $825 for all other weeks

Camp Adventure Auburn Parks & Recreation, 483-5052, ext. 101, auburnnh.us/parks-and-recreation/pages/programs-events

What: During this full-day summer camp, kids will travel on multiple field trips throughout the state, including to the beach, lakes, water parks and more. Who: Kids entering grades 5 through 8 When: Two week-long sessions are offered, from Monday, July 26, through Friday, July 30, or from Monday, Aug. 2, through Friday, Aug. 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (meet at the Auburn Safety Complex at 55 Eaton Hill Road) Cost: $279 for the full week (registration is open now to Auburn residents and will open on May 1 to non-residents if space is available.) If camp needs to be canceled due to Covid-19 restrictions, refunds will be issued to all registrants.

Camp Babuck Amherst Parks & Recreation Department, 673-6248, amherstnh.myrec.com

What: A traditional day camp with activities like arts and crafts, group games and sports. Each week is themed; this year’s themes include Spooky, Science, Olympics, Survivor and The Big Top Who: Grades 1 through 7 When: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13 Cost: $215 per week for Amherst residents and $255 per week for non-residents. Extended before or after care is also available.

Granite Base Camp 300 Blondin Road, Manchester, 617-615-0004, experiencebasecamp.org

What: This outdoor day camp features hands-on activities for kids ages 6 to 10, such as hiking, ecology, archery, crafts, swimming, fishing and more. Specialty camps are also available for ages 11 to 14, featuring activities like mountain biking, kayaking and fort building. Who: Ages 6 to 14 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 28 to Aug. 13 (each activity depends on the week) Cost: $330 per week

Camp Coolio New Boston Central School, 15 Central School Road, New Boston, hosted by the New Boston Parks & Recreation Department, 487-2880, newbostonnh.gov

What: Activities include sports, games, crafts and more. There are six themed weeks throughout the summer. This year’s themes are Harry Potter Week, Animal Planet Week, Disney Week, Wacky Water Week, Destination Imagination, and Camp’s Got Talent Week. Who: Kids ages 6 to 12 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered June 28 through Aug. 6 (no camp on Monday, July 5) Cost: $225 per week (Week 2 is $180, as it is a shortened week)

Camp Gottalikeachallenge Southern New Hampshire University, 2500 N. River Road, Manchester, 868-2140, campgottalikeachallenge.org

What: A fast-paced adventure in problem-solving, hands-on learning and challenging activities. Campers will develop their creativity, critical thinking, leadership, confidence and teamwork. Who: Grades 4 through 9 When: Day camp session runs Monday, July 12, through Friday, July 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Cost: $350 ($315 if you register by March 31)

Camp Kettleford 26 Camp Allen Road, Bedford, hosted by Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains, 888-474-9686, girlscoutsgwm.org

What: Set on 30 wooded acres on the shore of Sebbins Pond, this traditional day camp features swimming, boating, archery, cooking out, horseback riding, day trips and more. Who: Girls entering grades K to 8 When: Weekly day camp sessions are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered July 5 through Aug. 13. Cost: $245 per week, or $475 for a two-week session. Financial assistance is also available.

Camp Lincoln 67 Ball Road, Kingston, 642-3361, ymcacamplincoln.org, hosted by Southern District YMCA, sdymca.org

What: Activities at the traditional day camps include swimming, sports, nature exploration, arts and crafts, archery, boating, ropes courses, pottery and mountain biking. Who: Age 3 through grade 9 When: Sessions run various days/weeks, beginning the week of June 21 and running through Aug. 27. See website for details Cost: Varies; starts at $275 for a one-week session

Camp Lovewell The Nature of Things, 10 Groton Road, Nashua, 881-4815, camplovewell.com

What: Campers will enjoy hiking, field games and sports, swimming, skits and songs, kayaking, arts and crafts, a ropes course and more. Who: Ages 6 through 14 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20 (no camp on Monday, July 5) Cost: Ranges from $350 to $360 per week; extended care is also available

Camp Ponemah Hampshire Hills Athletic Club, 50 Emerson Road, Milford, 673-7123, ext. 272, hampshirehills.com/camp-ponemah

What: Day camps feature activities like swimming, tennis, crafts, dance parties, playgrounds, trails, games and more. Who: Campers entering kindergarten through seventh grade When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 14 through Aug. 27 (no camp on Monday, July 5) Cost: Varies, depending on camper’s age, membership status and the session duration. Multi-sibling discounts are also available

Camp Seawood 350 Banfield Road, Portsmouth, hosted by Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains, 888-474-9686, girlscoutsgwm.org

What: Set among pine forests, wetlands and wildlife, this traditional day camp features archery, cooking out, horseback riding, day trips, nature hikes and more. Who: Girls in grades K through 8 When: Weekly sessions run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered July 5 through Aug. 20. Cost: Starts at $245 for a one-week session, or $475 for a two-week session. Financial assistance is available.

Camp Souhegan Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley, 56 Mont Vernon St., Milford, 672-1002, svbgc.org

What: Daily camp activities include swimming, theater arts, science and STEM programs, cooking, sports, dance and more, all centered around a different theme each week. Who: Grades K through 12 When: Weekly sessions run Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 23 Cost: $185 per week

Camp Starfish 12 Camp Monomonac Road, Rindge, 899-9590, campstarfish.org

What: Camp Starfish provides structured, nurturing and fun group programs to foster the success and growth of children with emotional, behavioral or learning problems. Who: Children ages 6 and up When: Sessions run various weeks, dates from June 22 to July 21 Cost: Rates vary depending on type of camp

Camp Witzel Bedford Parks & Recreation Department, 472-5242, bedfordreconline.com

What: A traditional day camp with activities like arts and crafts, sports, swimming and more. Each week is themed; this year’s themes include Animation Domination, Party in the USA, Edible Engineering, Jedi Training, Fun & Fitness, Aqua Adventure and Camper vs. Counselor Challenge Who: Ages 6 to 13 When: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 6 (no camp on Monday, July 5) Cost: Ranges from $115 to $245, depending on the number of days per week and the camper’s resident status, plus a one-time $25 registration fee

Candia Springs Adventure Camps Candia Springs Adventure Park, 446 Raymond Road, Candia, 587-2093, candiasprings.com/camp

What: Campers can enjoy all that the park has to offer by participating in themed weeks that focus on education, environment, exploration and leadership. Themes include Archery, Makers Week, Outdoor Living Skills and more. Who: Ages 8 to 12 When: Weekly sessions run Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13 Cost: $249 per week

Concord Parks and Recreation City Wide Community Center, 14 Canterbury Road, Concord, 225-8690, concordnh.gov

What: Programs include Stay & Play Camp (grades 1 through 5), in which kids enjoy swimming, tennis, arts and crafts, field games and more; Adventure Camp (grades 3 through 8), in which campers will go on four-day trips to beaches, theme parks, hiking and kayaking destinations and more; Nature Camp (ages 5 to 8), in which campers can explore the park and create nature-based crafts); and Explorers Camp (ages 9 to 12), in which campers can explore the City of Concord’s trail system. Specialty camps in a variety of areas are also offered, such as soccer, basketball, TV/video production, dance, and STEM education Who: Grades 1 through 8 When: Most sessions run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13 (no camp on Monday, July 5); Nature Camp sessions run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and are based out of the Lodge at White Park in Concord Cost: $150 per week for Concord residents and $160 per week for non-residents for Stay & Play Camp; $190 per week for Concord residents and $200 per week for non-residents for Adventure Camp; $160 per week for Concord residents and $170 per week for non-residents for Nature Camp and Explorers Camp (except for the week of July 6 to July 9 for Explorers Camp, which is $128 for Concord residents and $138 for non-residents).

Educational Farm Camp Educational Farm at Joppa Hill, 174 Joppa Hill Road, Bedford, 472-4724, theeducationalfarm.org

What: Campers will learn about animals, work in the garden, take nature hikes and help with farm chores. Who: Ages 4 through 11 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, half days for ages 4 and 5 from 9 a.m. to noon, and full days for ages 6 through 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13 Cost: $135 per half-day week, $250 per full-day week

Naticook Summer Day Camp Wasserman Park, 116 Naticook Road, Merrimack, hosted by Merrimack Parks & Recreation, 882-1046, merrimackparksandrec.org/naticook-day-camp

What: Campers enjoy swimming, boating, drama, group games, archery, nature exploration, sports, arts and crafts, special events and more. Who: Grades Pre-K through 9 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20. Extended care is available from 7 to 8 a.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m. Cost: $240 per week for residents, $290 per week for non-residents. Additional fees apply for extended care.

New Hampshire SPCA New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Learning Center, 104 Portsmouth Ave., Stratham, 773-5730, nhspca.org

What: All camp activities are animal-themed, featuring games, crafts, baking, hands-on animal care, handling and feeding, service projects and more. There are three camp age ranges: Little Kids (ages 6 to 8), Big Kids (ages 9 to 12) and Teens (ages 13 to 15) Who: Ages 6 through 15 When: Camp weeks, dates and times TBA Cost: TBA

Pelham Parks & Recreation Pelham Veterans Memorial Park, 109 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Pelham, 635-2721, pelhamweb.com/recreation

What: The camp features activities like swimming, kayaking, beach play, volleyball, basketball, tetherball, relay games, wiffle ball, arts and crafts and more. Who: Ages 6 to 14 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, dates offered July 6 through Aug. 13 Cost: $475 per child for six weeks (may be limited to Pelham residents only due to the pandemic; a decision on that limitation is pending)

Strawbery Banke Museum Camps 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, 433-1100, strawberybanke.org

What: Campers will explore the 10-acre outdoor history museum and participate in activities led by professional crafters, archaeologists, character role-players, curators and historians. Who: Ages 6 to 17 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., offered various weeks from June 28 through Aug. 13 Cost: Ranges from $240 to $580, depending on the camp and the camper’s membership status

SummerQuest at World Academy 138 Spit Brook Road, Nashua, 888-1982, worldacademynh.com

What: Programs include arts and crafts, games, cooking activities and much more, all intended to encourage the child’s creativity and imagination. Who: Kindergarten through grade 8 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., dates offered June 14 through Aug. 20 Cost: Ranges from $310 to $340 per week

UNH Youth Programs and Camps University of New Hampshire, Thompson Hall, 105 Main St., Durham, 862-7227, unh.edu/youthprograms

What: More than 50 programs offered for academic enrichment, creative arts, athletics, STEM and traditional camp recreation. See website for a full list. Who: Boys and girls ages 5 and up When: Various dates/times from June through August Cost: Varies depending on the program

YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown Branch of The Granite YMCA, 116 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, 497-4663, graniteymca.org/daycamp

What: Camp Halfmoon (ages 6 to 10) and Camp Quartermoon (ages 4 and 5) feature activities like archery, swimming, creative arts, sports and more. Other programs include Discovery Camp (ages 6 to 11), Ultimate Sports (ages 6 to 11), and Mad Science (ages 8 to 11), plus camps in archery, swimming, cooking and more. Who: Ages 4 and up When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, offered various dates from June 21 through Aug. 27 Cost: Varies; call for details

YMCA Day Camp of Hooksett Hooksett Memorial School, 5 Memorial Drive, Hooksett,Branch of The Granite YMCA, 497-4663, graniteymca.org/camps

What: Campers participate in sports, archery, arts and crafts, nature, adventure and special themed days. Who: Ages 5 to 13 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20 Cost: Varies; call for details

YMCA of Downtown Manchester Branch of The Granite YMCA, 30 Mechanic St., Manchester, 232-8632, graniteymca.org/camps

What: Kids at Camp Namoskeag (ages 6 to 14) will enjoy activities like swimming, field games, sports, arts and crafts and more. Each week has a different theme. Who: Ages 6 to 14 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Sept. 3 Cost: Varies; call for details

YMCA of Greater Nashua Nashua YMCA Branch, 24 Stadium Drive, Nashua, 882-2011; Merrimack YMCA Branch, 6 Henry Clay Drive, Merrimack, 881-7778; Camp Sargent, 141 Camp Sargent Road, Merrimack, 880-4845; nmymca.org

What: Camp Sargent is held on Lake Naticook and includes a traditional day camp and a variety of specialty camps, like Digging for Dinos (grades K through 2), Wild West Camp (grades K through 4), Harry Potter Camp (grades 3 through 6), Archery Camp (grades 5 through 9) and more. The Nashua Branch also has a Little Investigators Camp (ages 3 to 5). The Merrimack Branch day camps include a creative arts camp called Camp Create (grades 1 through 6), and specialty camps like Music Makers (grades 1 through 6), Dance Mania (grades 1 through 4), Skips and Scribbles (grades 1 and 2), and Creative Cooks (grades 1 through 6). Who: Ages 3 and up When: Most sessions run Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., various dates offered throughout the summer beginning the week of June 14 Cost: Camp Sargent is $210 per week for YMCA members and $275 per week for non-members. Specialty camps at the Merrimack branch are $235 per week for members and $300 per week for non-members. The Little Investigators Camp is $152 per week for members and $165 per week for non-members.

YMCA of Greater Londonderry Branch of The Granite YMCA, 206 Rockingham Road, Londonderry, 437-9622, graniteymca.org/camps

What: Camp Pa-Gon-Ki (pre-K to grade 7) is a traditional day camp featuring creative arts, fort-building, archery, swimming, sports, theater, nature and adventure. Camps for teens include a trip camp, where campers will travel to fun attractions around New England. Who: Ages 5 and up When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, dates offered June 21 through Aug. 27 Cost: Varies; call for details

YMCA of Strafford County Branch of The Granite YMCA, 35 Industrial Way, Rochester; Camp Coney Pine, 63 Lowell St., Rochester; 332-7334, graniteymca.org/camps

What: Camp Coney Pine (ages 5 to 12) includes archery, creative arts, dance, group games, a ropes course, swimming, sports, fort-building and more. A variety of specialty camps new to 2021 are also available, like Mad Science (ages 7 to 11), Ultimate Sports (ages 7 to 11), Raw Arts (ages 6 to 11) and High Adventure (ages 7 to 12) Who: Ages 5 and up When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, dates offered June 21 through Sept. 3 Cost: Varies; call for details

YMCA of the Seacoast Branch of The Granite YMCA, 550 Peverly Hill Road, Portsmouth, 431-2334, graniteymca.org/camps

What: Camp Gundalow (ages 5 to 13) features nature exploration, swimming, a ropes course, sports, creative arts, dancing, fort-building, team-building activities, archery and more. There is also a four-week Leader in Training program for teens, introducing them to becoming leaders through effective communication, team-building and behavior management techniques. Who: Ages 5 to 15 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, dates offered June 21 through Sept. 3 Cost: Varies; call for details

MUSIC

Bedford Youth Performing Company Music Camps 155 Route 101, Bedford, 472-3894, bypc.org/2021-music-summer

What: Virtual Rock Band Camps allow campers to jam, collaborate and perform with fellow musicians over Zoom. A Recording Camp is also offered for grades 7 and up. Who: Grades 4 through 12 When: Rock Band for grades 4 through 6 offered July 26 through Aug. 6, with sessions held Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rock Band for grades 7 through 12 runs July 12 through July 16, with sessions held Monday through Friday, 4 to 9 p.m. Recording Camp runs Monday, Aug. 16, through Friday, Aug. 20. Cost: $250

Manchester Community Music School 2291 Elm St., Manchester, 644-4548, mcmusicschool.org/summer-camp

What: Programs include musical exploration sessions for students in either grades 1 through 3 or grades 4 through 6. Campers spend the week trying out different types of musical instruments and participating in musical games and music-making activities Who: Grades 1 through 6 When: Sessions are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, dates offered Aug. 2 to Aug. 6 for grades 1 through 3 and Aug. 9 to Aug. 13 for grades 4 through 6. Cost: $200

Nashua Community Music School Nashua Millyard, 5 Pine St. Ext., Nashua, 881-7030, nashuacms.org/summercamps

What: Themes for ages 8 through 12 include Musical Olympics, Rise Up & Create, Ukulele Camp, and Broadway Week. Themes for ages 4 through 7 include Fairy Tale Musical Mash-up and Music Around the World. Who: Ages 4 through 12 When: Dates offered June 21 through July 16 for ages 8 through 12, and July 19 through July 30 for ages 4 through 7, sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $175

Walden School Young Musicians Program Dublin School 18 Lehmann Way, Dublin, 415-648-4710, waldenschool.org/young-musicians-program

What: A residency camp where campers will receive daily instruction in a supportive community of peers and mentors to hone their musical and creative skills and improvise and compose original works. Who: Ages 9 through 18 When: June 29 through Aug. 4; three-week or five-week sessions are available Cost: Call for details

NATURE

Beaver Brook Nature Camps 117 Ridge Road, Hollis, 465-7787, beaverbrook.org/education/summer-camp

What: Campers will enjoy hikes and outdoor exploring, campfire cooking and nature-themed games and activities. Who: Ages 4 through 16 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday (no camp on Monday, July 5) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (9 a.m. to noon for ages 4 and 5), dates offered June 21 through Aug. 6 Cost: Ranges from $132 to $285, depending on the camp

Farm, Field and Forest Camp The Nature of Things, 10 Groton Road, Nashua, 881-4815, cultivatingwild.com

What: This program is designed for the camper who loves animals and the outdoors. Campers will participate in the daily routine of a real working farm, learning about sustainability, healthy food, gardening and composting, and humane treatment and care of barn animals such as goats, chickens, donkey and alpaca. Who: Ages 7 through 13 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, dates offered July 12 through Aug. 13 Cost: Ranges from $350 to $360 per week; extended care is also available.

New Hampshire Audubon Nature Day Camps McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord; Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn; 224-9909, nhaudubon.org/education/nature-day-camp

What: Programs include a half-day Wonders Camp (ages 4 and 5) and a Discovery Camp (ages 6 through 9), featuring hikes, crafts, storytelling, games and live animal presentations. Themes include Buzz and Flutter, Be a Scientist, Survival, Marvelous Mammals, Aquatic Adventures, Digging in the Dirt, and Creatures of the Night Who: Ages 4 through 9 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday (no camp on Monday, July 5) from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 4 and 5 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 6 through 9, dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13. Cost: TBA

Outdoor Discovery Summer Camp Amherst Parks & Recreation Department, 673-6248, amherstnh.myrec.com

What: A camp focused on exploring the great outdoors. Each week is themed; this year’s themes include Eco-Zone, Trash to Treasure, Minute to Win It, Olympics and Castaway Who: Grades 1 through 7 When: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13 Cost: $215 per week for Amherst residents and $255 per week for non-residents. Extended before or after care is also available.

WildQuest Camp Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, 366-5695, prescottfarm.org/service/wildquest-day-camps/wildquest-summer-camp

What: Campers will participate in nature activities, animal and plant identification, arts and crafts, quests, games and hands-on learning. Themes include Survivor, Kids Can Cook, Nature Artists, Water Water Everywhere, Beyond the Myths, Mad Scientists, Creature Feature, A Little Bit of Everything and A Little Bit More Who: Ages 4 through 14 When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 28 through Aug. 27 Cost: $235 per week

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Astronomy Camp Meeting House Montessori School28 Logging Hill Road, Bow, 227-9300, meetinghousemontessori.com

What: Through experiments, crafts and lessons, campers will learn about the solar system, the different phases of the moon, stars, constellations, comets, rockets, astronauts and more. Who: Ages 6 to 10 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., dates offered June 21 to Aug. 20 Cost: Call for details

Brainwave Summer Technology Camps The Nature of Things, 10 Groton Road, Nashua, 881-4815, tnotgroup.com/enrichment-center/summer.php

What: Themes include Lego Urban Planning and Minecraft Adventurecraft: Lost in the City. Who: Ages 6 through 8 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., dates offered July 12 through July 23 Cost: $380

Camp Invention Locations in Amherst, Londonderry and Strafford, 800-968-4332, invent.org

What: Campers participate in a variety of hands-on STEM activities led by local educators. Who: Grades K through 6 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, times vary depending on location, dates offered June 21 through July 2 and Aug. 2 through Aug. 6. Cost: Ranges from $235 to $260, depending on the camp location

FIRST Lego Invention Challenge Camp SEE Science Center, 200 Bedford St., Manchester, 669-0400, see-sciencecenter.org/camp-summer-science-first-lego-session-1

What: Campers use Lego Mindstorms robots in small teams to design, build and program autonomous robots. Who: Ages 9 to 14 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., dates offered July 19 through July 23 and Aug. 2 through Aug. 6 Cost: $300

iSpy Camp SEE Science Center, 200 Bedford St., Manchester, 669-0400,

What: Campers will learn about crime scene investigation and forensic science and espionage through hands-on activities. Who: Ages 8 through 13 When: Monday, July 26, through Friday, July 30, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $300

LEtGO Your Mind STEM Program Locations throughout New Hampshire, in Amherst, Bedford, Concord, Dover, Durham, Londonderry, Manchester, Nashua, New London, Pelham, Portsmouth, Salem and Windham, 731-8047, letgoyourmind.com/summer-2021-programs

What: Campers work in small groups on guided STEM-related building projects, including Lego building, as well as free-building time. Who: Ages 4 through 13 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (9 a.m. to noon for ages 4 and 5), dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20. Cost: Ranges from $185 to $355, depending on the camp

McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center STEM Camp 2 Institute Drive, Concord, 271-7827, starhop.com/current-and-upcoming-programs

What: Themes include Coding, Programming and Robots; Blast Off; Junior Flyers on Earth and Beyond; Tech for Ecology; Wicked, Wild Weather; Discover the Dinosaurs; and Astronomy 101. Who: Ages 5 through 14, depending on the camp When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 2 p.m., depending on the camp, dates offered are June 21 through Aug. 6 Cost: Ranges from $185 to $345, depending on the camp

SEE Science CenterSummer Science Camp 200 Bedford St., Manchester, 669-0400, see-sciencecenter.org/see-camps-programs

What: Campers will explore science topics through hands-on activities. Themes include Electrifying Electricity, Chemical Concoctions, Exhibit Design Lab, and Reverse Engineering. Who: Ages 7 to 13 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., dates offered July 12 to July 16 and Aug. 9 through Aug. 13 Cost: $300

Seacoast Science Center 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, 436-8043, ext. 16, seacoastsciencecenter.org/programs/environmental-day-camps

What: In Treks 4 Tots (ages 4 and 5) and Seaside Safari (grades K through 5), campers will explore the different habitats in Odiorne Point State Park as well as the live animal exhibits and hands-on exhibits in the center to develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Safari Stewards (grades 6 through 8) is a field trip program. Each session will have its own theme. A marine biology camp is also available for high school students. Who: Age 4 and up When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (half-day option available for Treks, from 9 a.m. to noon), dates offered June 21 through Aug. 27. 14 Cost: Ranges from $250 to $400, depending on the camp. Single day options also available for some camps.

Space and Astronomy Camp North End Montessori School698 Beech St., Manchester, 621-9011, northendmontessori.com

What: Campers will have the chance to explore the solar system, stars, asteroids, gravity, space travel and more. Sessions of two days, three days or five days per week are offered Who: Ages 3 to 10 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., dates offered June 21 to Aug. 27 Cost: Ranges from $85 to $240 per week, depending on the number of sessions

SPORTS

Caramba Skills Soccer Camp Locations in Concord, Nashua, Chichester and Gilmanton, 496-3579, soccerskillscamp.org

What: Soccer program specializes in skill development for goaltenders, defenders, midfielders and strikers. Players are divided by age for the first half of the day, then by ability level for the second half. A high school preseason camp is also offered. Who: Grades 1 through 12 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, times vary depending on the location (half-day option available), dates offered July 12 through Aug. 5 Cost: Starts at $125 per week (price increases after March 20)

Challenger Sports Soccer Camps Various NH locations, 401-864-8880, challengersports.com

What: Campers will develop core soccer skills and understanding of the game as well as sportsmanship and leadership skills. Who: All ages When: Sessions run Monday to Friday Cost: Varies, depending on the type of camp and the location

Health Club of Concord Camps10 Garvins Falls Road, Concord, 224-7787, healthclubofconcord.com

What: Programs include basketball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, field games, arts and crafts and group activities. Who: Ages 5 to 12 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered June 21 to Aug. 20 Cost: Call for details

NH Climbing & Fitness 10 Langdon Ave., Concord, 715-9171, nhclimbinggym.com/camp

What: Programs include Summer Indoor Camp (ages 6 to 12), in which campers can learn basic top-rope climbing, and NH Adventure Camp (ages 10 and up), in which campers take hiking-based field trips across the state. Who: Ages 6 and up When: Sessions for the Summer Indoor Camp are held Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., dates offered June 28 through Aug. 20. Sessions for NH Adventure Camp are held Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered June 28 through Aug. 20 (climbing gear is included). Cost: Summer Indoor Camp is $260 per week. NH Adventure Camp is $460 per week.

Foster’s Golf Camp Derryfield Park, 581 Bridge St., Manchester, 622-1553, fostersgolfcamp.com

What: Campers travel to different par-3 courses across New Hampshire and participate in practice clinics, chipping and putting contests, time on the driving range and at least nine holes of golf with instruction. Trophies and certificates are awarded at the end of the session. Drop-offs and pick-ups are at Derryfield Park. Golf camps take place at a variety of locations, depending on the day of the week. Who: Ages 7 to 16 of all experience levels When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 27 Cost: $295 per week

Granite State Lacrosse Camp Joppa Hill Fields, 176 Joppa Hill Road, Bedford; 867-9421, granitestatelacrosse.com

What: Boys of all abilities and positions will learn lacrosse skills and take part in full-field games to work on team concepts taught earlier in the day. Each camp also features a goalie school. Who: Boys ages 5 to 17 When: Three sessions run from Monday through Thursday, dates offered June 28 to July 1, July 12 to July 15 and July 26 to July 29 Cost: $195 per session

Junior Fitness Camp Executive Health and Sports Center, 1 Executive Way, Manchester, 624-9300, ext. 206, ehsc.com

What: Campers receive instruction in tennis, golf and basketball and will take classes in yoga, Zumba and healthy eating. They also participate in group exercise classes, arts and crafts, team games and outdoor pool. Who: Ages 5 through 12 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 13 Cost: Call for details

NH Tomahawks Girls Lacrosse Camp Back River Sports Complex, 15 Camp Allen Road, Bedford; Joppa Hill Fields, 176 Joppa Hill Road, Bedford; girls.nhtomahawks.com

What: Players will be divided by position, age and ability, and will focus on improving fundamental skills in lacrosse, including offensive moves, shooting, cutting, feeding and one-on-one defense. Goalies will have specific training and integrate in with the rest of the camp for game play. Who: Girls ages 5 to 17 When: Three weekly sessions run from 9 a.m. to noon this year, dates offered Monday, June 28, through Thursday, July 1; Monday, July 12, through Thursday, July 15; and Monday, July 26, through Thursday, July 29 Cost: $175 for each session

Nike Basketball Camps Locations in Derry, Hampton, Manchester and Nashua, 800-645-3226, ussportscamps.com/basketball/nike

What: Camp for basketball players who want to improve their skills. Includes lectures, team games and daily emphasis on fundamental development. Who: Co-ed ages 8 through 16 When: Most sessions run Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 6 (varies depending on the location) Cost: Ranges from $285 to $325, depending on the session and location

Pro Ambitions Hockey Day Camps Tri-Town Ice Arena, 311 W. River Road, Hooksett; Conway Arena, 5 Stadium Drive, Nashua; proambitions.com

What: At the Battle Camp, players learn skating skills and game theory elements while engaging in a situational battle. The Boston Bruins Camp features training in all aspects of ice hockey, plus daily appearances and autograph sessions with members of the Boston Bruins organization. A goaltending camp is also offered. Who: Ages 6 through 16 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered July 5 through July 23. See website for full schedule Cost: Generally ranges from $549 to $699, depending on the camp

THEATER

Bedford Youth Performing Co. 155 Route 101, Bedford, 472-3894, bypc.org/dance-musicaltheatre

What: Preschool camps are offered for ages 3 through 6 with themes including Kindermusik, At the Circus, In Motion, Outdoor Discovery, Super Heroes. Camps offered for ages 6 through 13 include a Moana Production, Taste of Broadway, Acro Circus, Finding Nemo Production and Musical Theatre Performer’s Tool Kit. Who: Ages 3 through 13. When: Preschool camps run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., dates offered June 14 through Aug. 6. Other camps run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 or 4 p.m., dates offered June 21 through Aug. 20. Cost: $250 for preschool camps, $295 for all other camps

The Derryfield School Repertory Theatre Camp 2108 River Road, Manchester, 641-9426, derryfield.org/summer/theatre-camp

What: Campers will practice acting, singing, dance, script writing and improvisation techniques and participate in performance opportunities. Who: Grades 3 through 12 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., dates offered July 5 through July 30 Cost: $575

The Majestic Theatre 880 Page St., Manchester, 669-7469, majestictheatre.net

What: Campers will learn the basics of music, theater and dance. Themes include Time Machine: Around the World and Beyond; It’s a Jungle; Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure; and Bots: A New Children’s Musical. Who: Ages 5 through 14, depending on the camp When: Days and times vary, depending on the camp, dates offered July 5 through Aug. 7 Cost: Ranges from $160 to $325, depending on the camp

Merrimack Summer Stage Wasserman Park Theater, 116 Naticook Road, Merrimack, hosted by Merrimack Parks & Recreation, 882-1046, merrimackparksandrec.org/merrimack-summer-stage What: Campers will learn about scene acting, vocal work, dance and creative movement, theater games and improvisation and work together to produce and perform Disney’s Aladdin Jr. Who: Ages 8 through 14 When: Monday, July 12, through Friday, July 16, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $200 for Merrimack residents and $210 for non-residents. Sibling discounts are also available.

Triple Threat Theater Camp Londonderry Dance Academy, 21 Buttrick Road, Londonderry, 432-0032, triplethreattheatercamp.com

What: Camps focus on the core aspects of theater, including acting, dancing and voice. Led by experienced theater educators, directors and choreographers, campers will participate in workshops and rehearsals to prepare for a public performance at the end of the session. Who: Ages 5 1/2 to 17 When: Three-week program for ages 7 through 17 runs July 12 through July 30, 8:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. A Junior Program for ages 5 1/2 through 9 is offered Monday, July 12, through Friday, July 16, 8:45 a.m. to noon Cost: $175 for Junior Program, $825 for three-week program.

Details to come

The following camps have confirmed that they will be hosting a camp but the details have yet to be announced. Call or visit their websites for up-to-date information.

• Barbara C. Harris Episcopal Camp (108 Wally Stone Lane, Greenfield, 547-3400, bchcenter.org/camp) General interest camp. Details TBA on its website by March 31.

• Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua (1 Positive Place, Nashua; Camp Doucet, Ridge Road, Nashua; 883-1074, bgcn.com) General interest camp. Details TBA.

• Concord Community Music School (23 Wall St., Concord, 228-1196, ccmusicschool.org) Music camp. Details TBA.

• Nashua Parks and Recreation (589-3370, nashua.recdesk.com/community/home) General interest camp. Details TBA on its website this month.

• Peacock Players Theatre Camp (Nashua, 886-7000, peacockplayers.org) Theater camp. Details TBA.

• Project SMART (University of New Hampshire, 46 College Road, Durham, 862-3205, smart.unh.edu) Academic enrichment camp with a focus on math and science. Details TBA.

Featured photo: Camp Lovewell. Courtesy photo.

Quality of Life 21/03/11

Work and learn

Anyone interested in joining the health care field now has the chance to work while earning a nursing license or degree — at no cost to them. Catholic Charities NH has created a program called Pathways that encourages full-time and part-time employees to develop their careers, according to a press release. Entry-level candidates can get full financial assistance to pursue an LNA Certificate program; upon its completion they will be placed into a full-time or part-time LNA role. Those who are already LNAs can get a full-tuition scholarship to attend a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse degree program at Harmony Health Care Institute in Merrimack. And there are select scholarship opportunities for LPNs to earn their Registered Nurse degrees as well. Catholic Charities NH has seven skilled nursing facilities, including three in Manchester. Visit cc-nh.org/pathways.

Score: +1

Comment: In a time where having a strong health care workforce is more essential than ever, and with post-secondary education being cost-prohibitive to many, Pathways seems like a great opportunity for anyone interested in joining the nursing profession.

A chance to volunteer

New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility will host a Virtual Volunteer Fair on Thursday, March 18, to show what some of the state’s biggest nonprofits are doing for our communities, and how volunteers can have a major impact. According to a press release, the fair will highlight all kinds of opportunities for businesses and people to get involved. Register at nhbsr.org/volunteer-fair to attend the virtual event.

Score: +1

Comment: One of the nonprofits that will be at the event is CASA of NH, which pairs kids in the court systems with individuals in the community who have volunteered to advocate on a child’s behalf, according to the press release, and volunteers don’t need any particular skills other than a desire to help kids.

U.K. Covid is here

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services has resumed its contact tracing investigations and in doing so has confirmed six cases of the United Kingdom variant of Covid-19 in the state in people who did not travel internationally, according to a March 8 report from WMUR. “Many of these variants do not result in increased illness or risk of hospitalization or death,” Beth Daly, chief of the Bureau of Infectious Disease Control, said in the report. “They do appear to be more transmissible and can spread more easily, so that is certainly concerning.”

Score: -1

Comment: Great, an even more transmissible version of Covid — here’s hoping that vaccinations and safety measures will make this a non-issue.

Working toward diversity in health care

Network4Health, a collaboration of more than 40 area health care providers established in 2016 to improve behavioral health services in the greater Manchester, Salem, and Derry areas, is working to increase diversity, equity and inclusion, according to a press release. James McKim — managing partner of Organizational Ignition, current president of the Manchester NAACP, and a leader in diversity, equity and inclusion — will work with N4H members on things like improving hiring practices to promote diverse, recovery-friendly workplaces; making staff feel welcome and respected; and creating equitable policies throughout an organization, the release said.

Score: +1

Comment: “We want this effort to help our partners build and leverage a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities they serve,” Peter Janelle, executive director of Network4Health, said in the release.

QOL score: 60

Net change: +2

QOL this week: 62

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