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Backyard Explorer: Bug Hunt - At Home STEM Kit

Head outside and get the buzz on bugs! This kit is packed with educational prompts and activities to encourage junior naturalists to spot insects while on a walk in the woods, playing in a park, or searching right outside their front door. Interactive field guides help young seekers identify fliers, crawlers, and pollinators. Project ideas such as Weave a Web or Make a Bug Hotel, and cool bug facts, boost the insect intrigue. Includes a one-handed bug catcher with thumb operated trapping slider and 5x magnification, a perfect companion to catch the fastest specimens in a safe and humane way. Kit available to order through August 1. Kits will be available for pickup at Orono Community Education at Door E24 (705 N. Old Crystal Bay Rd.) beginning May 15. We will send an email reminder about pick-up dates and times.

Ages	4 yr. - 10 yr.

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Backyard Explorer: Honey Bees - At Home STEM Kit

Explore the fascinating world of honey bees! This kit targets a deeper understanding and appreciation for these remarkable insects and their impact on our ecosystem. National Geographic Kids book with beautiful, engaging, and authentic photos, natural honeycomb, authentic bee pollen, and more support learning and captivate childrens’ intrigue. Kit available to order through August 1. Kits will be available for pickup at Orono Community Education at Door E24 (705 N. Old Crystal Bay Rd.) beginning May 15. We will send an email reminder about pick-up dates and times.

Ages	4 yr. - 10 yr.

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Backyard Games

Come and learn the games of summer! We will play new games each day, with activities including cornhole, badminton, ladder toss and frisbee golf. Bring a water bottle and sunscreen.

Mon-Thu, Jul 8 - Jul 11

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Outdoor Facilities and Orono Intermediate School

Barbie Cheer & Dance

Dancers will learn the basics of cheer, learn a short dance using music from Barbie, make a Barbie themed craft, and have fun with friends! Please wear clean- soled sneakers (not worn outdoors) and comfortable dance attire. Friends and family are welcome to join us for the last 15 minutes of the last class to see what we’ve learned! Fee includes snacks, pom poms, and Lake Minnetonka Dance Academy shirt.

Mon-Wed, Jul 15 - Jul 17

12:00 - 2:00 PM

Lake Minnetonka Dance Academy

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BaseballTots

Using a variety of fun drills and games, this class introduces players to basic concepts of baseball fundamentals including throwing, batting, fielding and base running. Fundamental techniques are taught and emphasized in a fun way! Parent or guardian participation is recommended for this camp.

Mon, Jun 10 - Jul 8

Ages	2 yr. - 3 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon, Jun 10 - Jul 8

Ages	3 yr. - 4 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon, Jun 10 - Jul 8

Ages	4 yr. - 5 yr. ^{11 m}

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Basketball Camp

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. An active week of passing, shooting, dribbling and rebounding makes this one of our most popular programs. Participants should wear appropriate clothing and bring two snacks and a water bottle.

Mon, Tue/Thu, Jun 17 - Jun 20

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ages	5 yr. - 7 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Jul 8 - Jul 11

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ages	6 yr. - 8 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Jul 29 - Aug 1

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ages	5 yr. - 7 yr. ^{11 m}

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Be the Best You Can Be

Develop excellent social skills and learn to cooperate with others. Learn decision-making skills and how to show integrity, commitment, flexibility, and leadership. This course covers introductions, posture, conversation skills, and table manners. Discussion format and engaging role-play will help your child understand how to use the rules of manners to their advantage.

Mon-Thu, Jun 24 - Jun 27

Mon-Thu, Jul 29 - Aug 1

Beginner Coder - Pokemon Adventures

Create an amazing Pokémon adventure in a video game of your own creation! Specially designed for beginner coders, we make it extra fun for students to learn coding skills. Create your own universe of magical Pokémon creatures to explore an adventure map, code a “catch a Pokémon” game, design your own Pokémon team and create a game to duel against friends. Bring a USB flash drive to save your projects.

Mon-Thu, Jul 8 - Jul 11

Orono Intermediate School

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Beginner Ladies Golf

This program is structured for ladies who want to understand the overall mechanics of the golf swing. You will learn the full swing as well as the short game (chipping, pitching and putting). The main goal of this program is to have fun and be able to manage yourself around the golf course. Range balls are included and clubs are available if needed. There will be a chance to play on the course on the last night. Please dress for the weather. Registration Deadline: May 16th for the June session and June 20 for the July session. Weather Policy - In the event of severe weather, the class will be made up if possible.

Thu, Jun 6 - Jun 27

Thu, Jun 6 - Jun 27

Thu, Jul 11 - Aug 1

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Beginning Golf Camp

Skyhawks golf focuses on building the confidence of young athletes through proper technique and refining the essential skills of the game. This camp will focus on the fundamentals of form, chipping, putting, driving and body positioning. To assist in this training, Skyhawks uses the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system. SNAG is specifically designed for the entry-level player. No need to bring your own clubs - all equipment is provided. Participants should wear appropriate clothing, and bring two snacks, a water bottle, running shoes, and sunscreen.

Mon-Thu, Jun 24 - Jun 27

Ages	5 yr. - 8 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Jul 8 - Jul 11

Ages	8 yr. - 12 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon-Thu, Jul 29 - Aug 1

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ages	6 yr. - 9 yr. ^{11 m}

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Beginning Guitar

Join this dynamic course to learn a dynamite instrument! Students will learn the basics of reading music, rhythm, melody and meter. We keep the class fun while making the instrument easily accessible for all students. Bring your own guitar. NOTE TO PARENTS: To learn what kind of guitar to buy, visit Guitar Purchasing.

Mon-Thu, Jul 22 - Jul 25

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Orono Intermediate School

Best Ever Silly, Messy, Wacky Art

Get ready to have a blast in this one-of-a-kind camp as we create the messiest art with ooey-gooey mud, paint splatters and splashes and so much more! Roll up your sleeves and get ready for tons of silly, messy fun! Bring a white t-shirt.

Mon-Wed, Jul 1 - Jul 3

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Schumann Elementary

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Bicycle Repair & Maintenance

Learn about basic bike set-up, trailside repair, shifting adjustments, brake adjustments, re-cabling a bike for shifting and brakes, tube replacement, tips and tricks, and how to prepare a bike for sale. Parts are an extra fee if a repair is something more significant. Students must bring a bike to class. You may bring a different bike each day.

Mon-Thu, Jun 24 - Jun 27

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Tue-Fri, Jul 16 - Jul 19

9:00 - 11:00 AM

Bling It On!

Glitter, sequins and jewels, oh my! We’ll create and bedazzle sparkly projects including bracelets, glittery snow globes, and a jewelry box. We will even glitter-fy our fingernails! Work with air-dry clay, Model Magic®, watercolors and more!

Mon-Thu, Jun 10 - Jun 13

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Orono Intermediate School

Ages	5 yr. - 12 yr. ^{11 m}

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Board Game Design

Playing games engages your mind and inspires ideas. You will design your own board game and play each game to get feedback on what is great and ways to improve. Take home your own unique board game!

Mon-Thu, Jul 22 - Jul 25

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mon-Thu, Jul 22 - Jul 25

Board Games for Learning

Board games are a great way to connect with family or friends, while having fun at the same time. Using board games to learn can enrich active learning and social skills. Explore and learn about the world of board games while forming connections within the class.

Mon-Thu, Aug 5 - Aug 8

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Orono Intermediate School

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Book Club

Join the club! Start with a “book tasting”, where we talk about different books and collectively decide on one to read together. Gather for an exploration of stories told by authors and discuss what each of us learns the story. End the week with a creative project about our chosen book.

Mon-Thu, Jul 29 - Aug 8

Orono Intermediate School

Book Creations

Create a book, or two, or three! Focus on your writing and creativity while creating a book about something you’re passionate about. Books can be made from surprising and fun materials. Discover new ways to express yourself.

Mon-Thu, Aug 5 - Aug 8

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Orono Intermediate School

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Books with No Words

Get ready for creative storytelling! Wordless books build important literacy skills. By looking at the characters and their actions, you can create stories in their own words. Work on summarizing, making inferences and descriptive writing. A picture really is worth a thousand words.

Mon-Thu, Jul 22 - Jul 25

Orono Intermediate School

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Buggy About Math

Catch the math bug! Investigate math by learning about size, quantities, patterns and more. We’ll even create our own math bugs. This is a fun way to exercise math skills and discover a few new bugs at the same time.

Mon-Thu, Jul 8 - Jul 11

Orono Intermediate School

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Bunker Beach Water Park

Grades 2 - 8 Enjoy the wave pool and the water slides. Bring a bag lunch. Students may also bring money for a treat at the concession stand if they wish. Friday, June 28 Rainbow Park Leave - 9:45 am Return - 4:00 pm Holbrook Park Leave - 10:05 am Return - 4:20 pm Important Field Trip Information Departure locations: Rainbow Park, 1500 Rainbow Avenue, Maple Plain Holbrook Park, 310 Harrington Drive, Long Lake * Trips are chaperoned by playground program staff with a ratio of 6:1 or less. * No refunds will be given on the day of the trip or after the trip has occurred. * In case of inclement weather, we will notify you if the trip has been cancelled. * Lunch - details listed with each trip destination. * Bus departure times are exact...BE EARLY! * REGISTRATION DEADLINE is Monday the week of the trip. Registrations will NOT be taken at the bus departure locations. * Trip Appropriate Attire & Planning: No flip flops on walking/amusement park trips. Swimsuit, towel and water bottle required for swimming trips. Apply sunscreen before leaving home and send extra. Each child is responsible for all personal belongings.

9:45 AM - 4:20 PM

Bunker Beach Water Park

Camp Emoji

Explore your feelings in this interactive camp designed to help students learn about, manage, and identify emotions. Students will engage in skill and community building, movement activities, and art to increase their emotional vocabulary and coping skills.

Mon-Thu, Jun 24 - Jun 27

Mon-Thu, Jul 15 - Jul 18

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mon-Thu, Jul 22 - Jul 25

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Camp Emoji 2.0

New curriculum! Recommended for students that have taken Camp Emoji once or twice. Explore your feelings in this interactive camp designed to help students learn about, manage, and identify emotions. Students will engage in skill and community building, movement activities, and art to increase their emotional vocabulary and coping skills.

Mon-Thu, Jul 15 - Jul 18

Mon-Thu, Aug 5 - Aug 8

Camp Emoji: Road to Kindergarten

Using the foundation of the original Camp Emoji, Road to Kindergarten offers an opportunity to prepare for the emotions of starting school. Explore your feelings in this interactive camp designed to help students learn about, manage, and identify emotions. Students will engage in skill and community building, movement activities, and art to increase their emotional vocabulary and coping skills.

Mon-Thu, Jun 24 - Jun 27

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Orono Intermediate School