Music day camps in New Orleans area

[Lois Gilbert]

Summer camps calendar
Monday, March 14, 2005
Following is a list of specialty camps available to youngsters in the parishes of Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. James and St. John the Baptist.


ARTS AND MUSIC CAMPS


ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART "ORFF IN THE SUMMER" MUSIC CAMP (504-891-1943): Singing, movement, speech and instrument playing with literature and arts for students, ages 4-7. 9 a.m.-noon July 11-15. $125 fee includes snacks and supplies. At 4521 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER'S SUMMER ART CAMP (504-528-3805): Children, ages 6-13, participate in studio workshop, learning to communicate through the arts via activities designed to develop artistic, social and intellectual skills. Camp encompasses theater, dance, music, visual arts and more. Each week culminates with performance and artwork exhibition by campers. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 18-Aug. 12. $180 per week ($55 goes toward CAC family membership) or $125 per week for members. Before and after care also available. Call for registration information. At 900 Camp St., New Orleans.


GREATER NEW ORLEANS SUZUKI FORUM SUMMER MUSIC CAMP (504-733-3159): Music instruction, activities and concerts for violin, piano, harp, guitar, viola, cello and bass for ages 2-20. 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. July 11-16. Tuition: $190-$225. Special introductory session, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 9, $95. Children under age 13 must be accompanied by adult at all times. At First Baptist Church, 1400 Williams Blvd., Kenner.

GREATER NEW ORLEANS YOUTH ORCHESTRA SUMMER FESTIVAL (504-392-4300): Classes, rehearsals, and performances with professional musicians for ages 8-19. Also, classes in note reading, chamber music, fiddling/improvisation and repertoire study. Noon-4 p.m. Sun and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, May 29-June 3. $260 fee includes T-shirt. At NOCCA/Riverfront, 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans.

LOUISIANA ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS (504-738-3050, 985-674-2992): Piano, violin, guitar, music and movement, brass, woodwind, percussion (including Latin), electronic music, composition, chorus, voice, orchestral ensemble, jazz piano, jazz band, jazz instrumental, music theory for ages 5-17. $145 per week. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays July 11-15 and 18-22 at 1501 Hickory Ave., Harahan, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5 at 316 Gerard St., Mandeville. Also, kindermusik camps for ages 1 month to 4. For more information, call above telephone numbers or go to www.laapa.com.

LOUISIANA ARTIST ASSOCIATION CAMP (504-733-2489): Drawing, watercoloring and clay modeling for youngsters entering grades 4-6. 9 a.m.-noon July 11-15. $20 per child. Camp sponsored by Louisiana Artist Association. Limited enrollment. Location in St. Charles Parish to be announced.

LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM ARTS CAMPS (504-523-1357, ext. 222): One-week camps available for youngsters, ages 5-8. Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Puppetry, July 5-8; Art (Painting), June 27-July 1; Art (Make paper, papier mache masks, etc.), June 13-17; Art (Play in clay), July 18-22; Photography, Aug. 1-5. At 420 Julia St. $135 per week. Members, $125. Before care, 8-9 a.m. ($4 per day), and after care, 3-5:30 p.m. ($6 per day), available. $25 registration fee. Call for information. At 420 Julia St., New Orleans.

LOUIS "SATCHMO" ARMSTRONG SUMMER JAZZ CAMP (504-527-5957): A jazz music education program with instruction in piano, bass, drums, guitar, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, vocal music and music composition for youngsters, ages 10-20. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 11-29. For fee information, call above telephone number or go to jazzcamp@cox.net. At 3121 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans.

LOYOLA CHILDREN'S SUMMER ART PROGRAM (504-861-5535): Painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media projects for ages 7-14. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 6-16 and July 18-29. $225. Registration, 10 a.m. April 16 in Visual Arts Building, Dominican and Broadway Streets, New Orleans.

LOYOLA COLLEGE OF MUSIC JAZZ BAND CAMP (504-865-2164): Big band combo, theory, improvisation, faculty demonstrations, private lessons and master classes for 7th-12th grade musicians. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 5-11. $175. A closing concert a 2 p.m. June 11 in Nunemaker Auditorium. Call John Mahoney at above number or go to: mahoney@loyno.edu. At 6363 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

MADD CAMP (985-845-7111): Music, art, drama and dance camp for youngsters in grades 2-7. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-July 1 and July 11-22. Call for fee information or go to Web site at: www.cedarwoodschool.com. Extended care, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., also available. At 607 Heavens Drive, Mandeville.

METROPOLITAN DANCE THEATER OF NEW ORLEANS CAMP (504-454-0843): Musical theater performance, dance, basic vocal training, acting, arts and crafts for youngsters, ages 6-12. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 30-June 3, July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5. Call for fee information. At 3013 Harvard Ave., Metairie.

MISSOULA (MONTANA) CHILDREN'S THEATRE CAMP (985-652-9817): The St. John Theatre will present the Missoula Children's Theater in a workshop for youngsters entering kindergarten-grade 12. Students will work on a production of "The Frog Prince" presented by the nationally acclaimed touring production company from Missoula, Mont. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 1-6. $50. Enrollment limited and by audition. Supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts as administered by the Houma-Terrebonne Arts and Humanities Council. Call managing director Beverly Beard at above number. At 115 West Fourth St., Reserve.

MORNING EXPLORATION IN THE ARTS (504-280-7100): Drawing, watercolor, dance and acting for students in grades 2-8. 9 a.m.-noon Weekdays. June 20-July 1. $135 fee includes supplies. In Room 122, Education Building, UNO Lakefront campus.

MUSIC ACADEMY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (985-626-8645): "Musical Stories & Suites" offers youngsters, ages 6-8 and 9-12, an introduction of the musical suites -- "Billy the Kid,' "Mother Goose," "The Nutcracker," "Peter & the Wolf" and "Carnival of the Animals" -- through a study of orchestral instruments, musical form, listening, games and arts and crafts. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24. Half-day programs (9 a.m.-noon) available. "Meet the Great Composers" offers youngsters, ages 6-8 and 9-12 a chance to study the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods and listen to the musical styles of the masters through games, crafts and performance of a musical. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27-July 1. Half-day programs (9 a.m.-noon) available. Also, Kindermusik camps for youngsters, ages 1 ½-6 with children grouped by age and master classes and duet workshops for students entering grades 7-12 throughout the summer. At 4244 Highway 22, Azalea Square Shopping Center, Mandeville.

MYRA MIER SCHOOL OF BALLET SUMMER WORKSHOP (504-468-1231): Instruction in classical ballet, pointe, variations, character, Pilates, ballet floor exercise and theatrical makeup classes for intermediate and advanced students, 9-18 3-8 p.m. June 8-29. At 3621 Florida Ave., Kenner.

NEW ORLEANS CHILDREN'S CHORUS SUMMER CHORAL FESTIVAL (504-488-5973): Students, ages 9-14, learn vocal technique and prepare a program of songs to be performed at a final concert at 7 p.m. June 24 in UNO Recital Hall. 9 a.m.-noon June 20-24. $75 fee includes T-shirt. In Room 103, Performing Arts Center, University of New Orleans.

NEW ORLEANS DANCE ACADEMY INTENSIVE DANCE WORKSHOP (504-899-3780): Boys and girls, ages 8-12, attend classes in ballet, Flamenco, Cajun dance, acting and rehearsals for an original ballet to be performed at the end of camp with scenery and props created by the students. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 11-23. $250. Before and after care available. Call above telephone number for brochure. At New Orleans Dance Academy, 5956 Magazine St., New Orleans.

NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART CAMPS (504-483-2639): Camps introduces children, ages 5-12, to the museum's collections and special exhibitions. 10 a.m.-noon (ages 5-7) and 1:30-3:30 p.m. (ages-8-12) Tues-Wed & Fri. June 14-24, June 28-July 8, July 12-22 and July 26-Aug. 5. $70 per session. $60 for members. For information, call above telephone number or e-mail: tkennan@noma.org. At 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans.

NORTH STAR THEATER'S RISING STARS SUMMER DRAMA CAMP (985-624-5266): Youngsters, ages 8-16, participate in program of improvisation, movement and theater games with students writing, directing and performing in scenes. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Weekdays May 30-June 19. $450. Auditions by appointment. Call Lori Bennett, camp director, at above number. At 347 Gerard St., Mandeville.

PLAY IN CLAY KIDS CAMP (504-866-1433): Students, ages 10-18, learn wheel-thrown and hand-building pottery techniques during two-week session and leave with finished, glazed, functional and sculptural masterpieces. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 13-24. $600 fee for two-week session includes materials. Limited enrollment. At 724 Adams St., New Orleans.

PROJECT PRODIGY SUMMER MUSIC CAMP (504-585-1500): A collaboration between the Young Leadership Council, Orleans Parish, the Arts Council and local musicians, allows New Orleans youths ages 9-13 to focus on and improve their music skills. $50 fee includes lunch and field trips. Tuition waivers available under special circumstances. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Weekdays June 6-July 1. Registration, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. May 27-28. At Nelson Elementary School, 3121 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans.

REEL WORLD ACTING STUDIO WORKSHOPS (504-828-7335): Acting, scene study, improv, juggling and clowning for youngsters entering kindergarten-grade 8. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 2-5 p.m. June 6-17, June 20-July 1 and July 11-22. $300. Enrollment limited. For more information, call above telephone number or go to: www.reelworld.info. At True Brew Theatre, 200 Julia St., New Orleans.

ST. JOHN THEATRE CHILDREN'S CAMP (985-652-9817): Workshop for youngsters, entering grades 2-6. 9 a.m.-noon weekdays, May 30-June 10. $50. Program concludes with performance. Call managing director Beverly Beard at above number. Supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts as administered by the Houma-Terrebonne Arts and Humanities Council. Enrollment limited. At 115 West Fourth St., Reserve.

ST. LOUIS CATHEDRAL BOYCHOIR SUMMER MUSIC WORKSHOP (504-523-6479): Youngsters, ages 8-13, study music fundamentals, rhythm, melody, harmony and singing techniques. 9 a.m.-noon July 18-22. $75. Evening pool party. Program concludes with concert. At Notre Dame Seminary, 2901 Carrollton Ave., New Orleans.

ST. MARTIN'S MUSICAL THEATER PROGRAM (504-736-9999, ext. 344): Boys and girls, ages 10-17, participate in four-week workshop for aspiring young actors that includes vocal training and stage direction, management and basic stage makeup techniques. 9 a.m.-noon June 6-July 1. $750. Program culminates with a musical production. At St. Martin's Episcopal School, 5309 Airline Drive, Metairie.

ST. MARTIN'S SUMMER BAND CAMP (504-736-9959): Boys and girls entering grades 5-8 focus on technical studies and band literature for selected instruments. 9 a.m.-noon June 6-July 1. $500. Program culminates with a concert July 1. At St. Martin's Episcopal School, 5309 Airline Drive, Metairie.

ST. PAUL DRAMA CAMP (985-892-3200, ext. 258): Boys and girls, ages 10-14, learn to do improvisations, play theater games, work with costuming techniques and put on a one-act play. 1-4 p.m. Weekdays June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 18-22 and 25-29. Dates are tentative. $125 per session. At St. Paul High School, 917 S. Jahncke Ave., Covington.

ST. PHILIP NERI DRAMA CAMP (504-467-4423, mailbox 2): Youngsters entering grades 2-9 participate in various theater activities, both indoor and outdoor, such as games to help develop acting/social skills, set painting, and rehearsals for a full-scale production to be presented at end of camp. 4-6 p.m. June 13-Aug. 5. $100 for eight-week session. Shows presented at 7 p.m. Aug. 5-6 and 2 p.m. Aug. 7. At 6600 Kawanee Ave., Metairie.

SKYFIRE THEATRE CAMP (985-875-7577): Skyfire Theater offers two acting camps for young performers, ages 8-16. Session I: 1-5 p.m. Weekdays June 6-26, concludes with performances on June 25-26. Session II: 1-5 p.m. Weekdays July 5-25, concludes with performances on July 24-25. Workshops include characterization, improvisation, music, dance, basic stage movement, set design and decoration and makeup. $150 per camp. Early-bird discount if paid by May 1. At 332 N. New Hampshire St., Covington.

SOUTHERN ART SOCIETY SUMMER CAMP (504-279-9188, 504-269-8085): Drawing, pastel, charcoal, pen and ink, painting, clay, watercolor and sculpture for ages 8-14. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. June 6-17, June 20-July 1, July 11-22, July 25-Aug. 5 and Aug. 8-19. Camp tuition: $190; supply fee, $30. Limited enrollment. Registration through May 27. At 4861 Magazine St., New Orleans.

STAGE STRUCK SUMMER DANCE CAMP (504-467-5299): Stage Struck Dance and Theatrical Academy of Kenner and Lakeview will hold a dance, acting and theatrical camp for children, ages 5-12, at a Lakeview location. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 29-Aug. 12. $75 per one-week session. $25 registration fee. Before and after care available at additional charge. Call for site information.

SUMMER INTERMEDIATE INTENSIVE WORKSHOP/GARDEN DISTRICT BALLET (504-895-3113): Ballet, pointe, jazz, variations, stretch and performance for ages 12-18. 5-7 p.m. May 31-June 10. Call for fee information. At 1135 Cadiz St., New Orleans.

SUMMER STAGES CHILDREN'S THEATER (504-598-3800): Intensive performing arts programs for young people entering grades 4-12 that conclude with public performance of a contemporary musical. Session I (grades 4-7) May 29-July 24; Session II (grades 8-12) July 11-Sept. 3. Each session has six weeks of rehearsal from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sun-Thurs. $325. $20 audition fee. At Felicity Street Methodist Church, 1816 Chestnut St., New Orleans.

TOTS-N-TUNES, L.L.C. SUMMER MUSIC CAMP (985-626-3772, 504-780-2308): Music and singing daily with puppets and song books, creative movement and music, musical games, musical arts and crafts and more for ages 2-5. Hours: 9-11 a.m. July 11-15 and Aug. 1-5, Lakeview Presbyterian Church, 5914 Canal Blvd., New Orleans; 9-11 a.m. July 18-22, Mandeville Pentecostal Church, 625 Lotus Drive, Mandeville. Call Leslie Thomas Domingues at above numbers for additional information.

TULANE UNIVERSITY LITTLE LYRIC THEATRE (504-862-3214): Acting, dancing, singing for youngsters, ages 8-15. June 6-25 ("Babes in Arms") and July 11-30 ("Best of Broadway III"). First week: 9 a.m.-noon. Second and third weeks: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Both sessions end with production. $450 per session. At Dixon Annex Recital Hall (next door to Dixon Hall), Tulane University campus.

UNO KIDS' THEATER (985-645-3505): Participants, ages 8-13, receive instruction in costuming, scenery, production and acting. $95 fee includes all activities and supplies. 8:30-11:30 a.m. Mon-Thurs June 6-16. At UNO Slidell campus, 2050 First St., Slidell.

WEST BANK SUMMER ART CAMP (504-227-2785): Drawing, painting, animation, cartooning, pottery, clay and more for youngsters, ages 5-18. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 6-July 29. $155 per week. Sibling and multi-week discounts. $30 deposit. For information, go to: www.keithecclesart.com. At Keith Eccles Illustration & Design Studio, 906 Derbigny St., Gretna.

YOUNG ADULT SUMMER ARTS WORKSHOP IN METAL, GLASS AND PRINT (504-529-7277): Participants, ages 10-15, focus on glassblowing (June 6-17), glass casting (June 13-17), architectural metal sculpture, kiln-fired glass sculpture, stained glass/soldering, scientific glass torch-working and glass bead-making, sandblast glass carving, printmaking, bookbinding, paper marbling, paper pop-up engineering, glass mosaic, wood carving and sculpture and architectural rendering. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays June 6-Aug. 19. After care, 4-6 p.m., available at additional cost. Two-week sessions. Call for fee and other information during business hours, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Weekdays. After care available. At New Orleans School of Glass Works and Printmaking Studio, 727 Magazine St., New Orleans.

THEME CAMPS

ALLIANCE FRANCAISE'S FRENCH IMMERSION CAMPS (504-568-0770): French games and songs, arts and crafts, outdoor recreation, field trips and more for ages 6-11. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 6-17 and June 20-July 1. $275 per two-week session. After care, 3:30-5 p.m., is free of charge. Sibling discounts. Limited enrollment. Call for further information. At Ursuline Academy, 2635 State St., New Orleans.

ARCHBISHOP CHAPPELLE SUMMER CAMPS (504-468-9090): One-week specialty camps for girls entering grades 5-9 offer the following themes: volleyball, tennis, ceramics, camp survivor, sports fun, basketball, framing, dance, photography, Cajun cooking, musical theater, creative writing, scrapbook fun, math, art and more. 9 a.m.-noon and 12:30-3:30 p.m. June 6-July 1. $60 per one-week camp. $20 registration fee includes T-shirt and snacks. Call for times and dates. Before care, 8-9 a.m., available at no additional charge. At 8800 Veterans Blvd., Metairie.

AUDUBON LOUISIANA NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP (504-378-4124): Hands-on activities, arts and crafts, experiments, nature hikes, animal presentations within weekly themes for youngsters, ages 4-12. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-Aug. 12. $110 per one-week session, $100 for members. Children grouped according to age (4-6, 7-9 and 10-12.) Extended care available. For a list of weekly camp themes and other information, go to: www.auduboninstitute.org. At 5601 Read Blvd., New Orleans.

AUDUBON LOUISIANA NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP AT AUDUBON WILDERNESS PARK (504-378-4124): Hands-on activities, arts and crafts, experiments, nature hikes, animal presentations within weekly themes for youngsters, ages 7-10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 5-22. $110 per one-week session, $100 for members. For a list of camp themes and other information, go to: www.auduboninstitute.org. At 14001 River Road, New Orleans.

AUDUBON LOUISIANA NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP AT WOODLAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (504-378-4124): Hands-on activities, arts and crafts, experiments, nature hikes, animal presentations within weekly themes for youngsters, ages 6-10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 5-22. $110 per one-week session, $100 for members. For a list of camp themes and other information, go to: www.auduboninstitute.org. At 1620 Livingston St., Mandeville.

AUDUBON ZOO CAMP (504-861-5123): Outdoor exploration, behind-the-scenes tours, animals up close, performances, arts and crafts, scientific investigation, outdoor games for children entering prekindergarten-grade 4. (Youngsters must be age 4 by June 1.) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 1 and July 11-Aug. 5. $165 per week. $140 per week for members. Before and after care available at additional cost. Half-day program, 9 a.m.-noon, for pre-kindergarten campers, $90. Members, $75. At Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans.

AUDUBON ZOO EXPLORERS (504-861-5123): Outdoor exploration, scientific investigation, behind-the-scenes tours, animals up close, arts and crafts, animal observation, field trips, and overnight adventures for children entering grades 5-7. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 1 and July 11-Aug. 5. $175 per week. $145 per week for members. Before and aftercare available at additional cost. For information, call above telephone number or go to Web site: www.auduboninstitute.org. At Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans.

BAYOU SAUVAGE SUMMER CAMP (985-882-2022): Children, ages 9-11, learn about the wetlands of south Louisiana while enjoying hikes, games and canoeing. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 13-17. $12. At Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge, 20000 block of Chef Menteur Highway at Ridge Trail, New Orleans.

BEREAN BIBLE CHURCH SCHOOL (504-362-3254): Bible stories, puppets, skits, singing, crafts, games, and more for youngsters, ages 4-12. 9 a.m.-noon July 18-22. Free. At 3712 Herschel St., New Orleans.

BIG BRANCH MARSH SUMMER CAMP (985-882-2022): Children, ages 9-11, learn about the past, present and future of a refuge while engaging in hikes, fishing, canoeing and other activities. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 20-24. $12. At Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Lemieux Road (in Big Branch) off U.S. 190 just east of Fontainebleau State Park.

CAMP CAMELLIA GIRL SCOUT DAY CAMP (985-847-2328, 985-781-9042): Crafts, songs, nature and animal exploration will revolve around the theme "Aloha" for girls in kindergarten-grade 6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10. $30. $40 for nonregistered scouts. Registration from 9 a.m.-noon April 9 at John Slidell Park Front Pavilion. Camp held at John Slidell Park and Gym, Slidell.

CAMP EPICURIOUS (504-366-0214): Hands-on cooking classes including cooking techniques and culinary history for boys and girls in Grades 7-12. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Weekdays June 6-24, July 5-22 and Aug. 1-19. $495 per session. Transportation available. At Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World School of Cooking, 233 Newton St., Algiers.

CAMP HOPE (469-4740): Bible study, games, crafts, kitchen and music for children entering kindergarten-grade 6. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 11-29. $40 per one-week session. Limited number of scholarships available. Before care, 7:30-9:30 a.m., $20 a week; after care, 3:30-5:30 p.m., $20 a week. At Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1001 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner.

CAMP INVENTION (800-968-4332): Youngsters entering grades 2-6 are immersed in five different hands-on adventures to enhance their understanding of science, math, history and the arts in this nonprofit program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Participants design amusement park rides, conduct environmental experiments, become sound engineers, explore the mechanics of simple machines and disassemble them to create their own. Hours: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $199 fee includes snacks and T-shirt. For more information, call above number or go to www.campinvention.org. June 13-17, Paul J. Solis Elementary School, 2850 Mt. Laurel Drive, Gretna, and Schneckenburger Elementary, 26 Earnest Ave., Kenner; June 20-24, Haynes Junior High School, 1416 Metairie Road, Metairie; July 18-22, Hynes Elementary School, 900 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, and Aug. 1-5, at Lusher Elementary School, 7315 Willow St., New Orleans.

CAMP MED (504-896-9350): Medically based summer camp for children entering grades 4-8 offers information on a number of health-care careers as well as baby-sitting course. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Children entering grades 4-6: June 13-17 and July 18-22; Children entering grades 6-8: July 11-15 and 25-29. $85 per session. Before and after care, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., available at $2 an hour. For further information, contact Lee Myers at above number or e-mail at: lmyers@chnola.org. Program sponsored by Music, Recreation and Child Life Department, Children's Hospital, 200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans.

CHESS CAMP (888-652-4377): USA Chess Inc. conducts camp for youngsters, ages 5-16. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 1-5 $369. Half-day sessions, 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. $229. Sibling and early bird discounts. Tuition includes T-shirt, chess board and pieces, trophy, certificate of achievement, camp photo, chess notation book and work folder. For further information, see www.chesscamp.com. At St. Martin's Episcopal School, 5309 Airline Drive, Metairie.

CREATIONSENSATION SUMMER CAMP (985-871-9902): Creative arts, fencing, canoeing, theater, sculpture, technology, fitness activities for youngsters entering prekindergarten-grade 7. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-July 1. $450 for three-week session, $335 for two weeks, $185 for one week. E-mail: summers@christepiscopalschool.org. At Christ Episcopal School, 80 Christwood Blvd., Covington.

ECOLE BILINGUE/L'ECOLE MATERNELLE SUMMER CAMP (504-896-4500): French language school and summer program for ages 3-7. Children learn fundamentals of French through arts and crafts, song and dance, exploration, organized games, story-telling and water play. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Weekdays June 6-Aug. 12. $250 per two-week session. $25 registration fee. Extended care, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., also available. At 938 Calhoun St. (at Audubon Park), New Orleans.

FLIGHT ACADEMY OF NEW ORLEANS AVIATION SUMMER CAMP (877-359-6652): Camp allows youngsters, ages 13-17, to study aviation careers, discovery flight, navigation, weather and aircraft systems with aviation field trips. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 7-July 14. $299 fee includes all activities, certificate of completion, pilot logbook, T-shirt and meals. For information, call above number or go to www.flynola.com. At 6001 Stars and Stripes Blvd., Suite 113, New Orleans Lakefront Airport.

GIRL SCOUT DAY CAMPS (504-733-8220, ext. 243, 800-644-7571): A variety of indoor and outdoor activities for girls, ages 5-17. (Age limits vary at camps). Themes of one-week camps include outdoor skills, crafts, nature and science study, fashion, history, dance, sports and more. Prices range from $30 to $45. Discounts are available for children of full-time adult staff volunteers. Day camps are held during June/July/August in Algiers, Covington, Destrehan, Gentilly, Mandeville, Metairie, New Orleans' 9th Ward and Slidell. Call the Girl Scout Council of Southeast Louisiana at above numbers for times and locations.

HERMANN-GRIMA AND GALLIER HISTORIC HOUSES CAMP (504-525-5661): Theme: "Time Travelers: A Look at New Orleans Through Time." Camp offers participants, ages 8-11, crafts, programs, games and tours based on the history, archaeology, architecture and art history of 19th century New Orleans. 8 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Aug. 1-5. Tuition: $200, $175 for members. At 1118 Royal St., New Orleans

KIDS KEYBOARDING CAMP (504-779-5443): Children, ages 6-16, learn touch-typing and computer keyboarding and many uses and applications of computers in program that includes field trips in business world and concludes with picnic for campers and parents. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays June 6-17. $225 fee for two-week session includes T-shirt and backpack. Extended care, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., available at additional cost. For information, call above telephone number or go to: www.mouseskills.com. E-mail: forkids@bellsouth.net. At Computer Education Center, 3939 Veterans Blvd., Suite 240, Metairie.

LIL'S COUNTRY CRITTERS SUMMER DAY CAMP (985-892-0914): Animal husbandry, arts and crafts, barn activities, camp-craft, outdoor cooking, movies, water play, indoor games and more for ages 4-12. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays June 6-Aug. 8. $135 per week or $30 per day. Before care, 7:30-9 a.m., and after care, 2-6 p.m., available at additional cost. Call for further information. At 78116 Highway 21 North (nine miles north of Covington), Bush.

LIVE OAKS HORSE CAMP (985-809-1985): Daily horseback riding lessons, general horse care education, trail riding and horse gymnastics in one-week program for youngsters, ages 6-13, that concludes with camp show. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Weekdays June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5. $250 per week. Sibling discounts. Before and aftercare also available. At 83071 Highway 1129, Covington.

LIVING SWAMP (985-645-3505): Participants, ages 11-15, learn about marine biology, water pollution, coastal environments and take field trips. $160 fee includes all activities, supplies and T-shirt. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Weekdays July 25-29. At UNO Slidell campus, 2050 First St., Slidell. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Weekdays. July 26-30, 2050 First St., Slidell.

LONGUE VUE SUMMER 'SCAPES (504-488-5488, ext. 920): 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays. Week 1 (June 13-17): Garden Creatures Camp (ages 7-9). Participants learn the benefits of bugs, bees, butterflies and worms in a garden through games, activities, crafts and exploring in the garden. Week 2 (June 20-24): Art Exploration Camp (ages 5-7). Campers explore the elements of art and learn the basics of painting and drawing on and off the page and have fun playing in the garden. Week 3 (June 27-July 1.): Art Pieces and Parts Camp (ages 7-9) Children learn the principles of design and put them into action with playful and puzzling projects and have fun exploring the garden. Week 4 (July 5-8): Needlework (ages 9-11): Creative needlework classes with the Crescent City Needlework Guild for beginners. Week 5 (July 11-15) Garden Arts Camp (ages 5-7): Campers make fantastic, fun crafts from the garden, pressing flowers, painting windsocks, decorating planters and more. Week 6. (July 18-22): Artistic Challenge Camp (ages 9-11): Campers challenge their creativity with 2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional art exercises. Week 7 (July 25-29): Studio Longue Vue: Architecture Camp (ages 9-11): Campers learn about shape, space, pattern and rhythm while investigating and building their own architectural structures. $140 per week. Members, $130 per week. For information, call above number or e-mail: jbonck@longuevue.com. For registration, call 488-5488, ext. 933. Before and aftercare available at additional cost. At 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans.

LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM CAMPS (504-523-1357, ext. 222): Several one-week theme camps for ages 5-8 include Outer Space, June 6-10; Dino-Mania, June 13-17; Cajun Cooking, June 20-24; Games Camp, June 27-July 1; Chemistry, July 11-15; Cooking Around the World, July 18-22; Construction Camp, July 25-29; . Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays. $135 per one-week camp. Members, $125. Before care, 8-9 a.m. ($4 per day), and after care, 3-5:30 p.m. ($6 per day), available. $25 registration fee. Call for information. At 420 Julia St., New Orleans.

LOUISIANA SPCA CARE CADET CAMP (504-944-7445, ext. 267): Children entering grades 6-7 learn about proper care and handling of pets, pet diseases, pet first aid, animal behavior and training, responsible pet ownership and grooming techniques. For more information, e-mail: info@la-spca.org. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-24. $325. At 1319 Japonica St., New Orleans.

MAD SCIENCE CAMP (985-892-8892, 822-3242): Youngsters, ages 6-12, explore different fields of science. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (half-day morning program available) in one-week sessions June 13-July 29, at St. Martin's Episcopal School, 5309 Airline Drive, Metairie; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (half-day programs available in morning and afternoon) June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 18-22 and July 25-29, at Metairie Academy, 201 Metairie Road, Metairie. Free T-shirt with registration fee of $50.

MATHPOWER CAMP (504-483-4145): Children entering grades 7-9 build math skills in program that includes field trips, team competitions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 1. $210. Limited enrollment. At New Orleans Center for Science & Math, 980 Navarre Ave., New Orleans.

MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY CAMPS (504-288-7626): Art, beauty, cartooning, ceramics, cheerleading, cooking, computers, dance, fun and fitness, math, movie-making, recreational games, scrapbooking, television production, music, sewing, crafts, soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball and track camps for girls, ages 7-14. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. June 6-July 1. $70 per one-week camp. Registration, $15. Theater camp (three weeks), $300. Before care, 8-9 a.m., available. At 7027 Milne Blvd., New Orleans.

NEW ORLEANS CHEER OUTLAW ALL-STARS CHEERLEADING CAMPS (504-421-9194, 504-465-3311): Girls and boys, ages 6-13, learn cheers, chants, dances, motions and stunting. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Weekdays July 18-22. $75. T-shirt, $10. At Metairie location. Call for site and other information. Also open to junior high/high school cheerleading squads.

NORTHMINSTER MONTESSORI DAY CAMP (985-863-0800): This year's weekly themes: "Occupations," "International Week," "Science Experiments," "Circus Week," "Louisiana History," "Art Appreciation." Ages 3-6. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 6-July 29. $95 per week. Half-day session, 8:30-11:30 a.m., $75 per week. Registration, $30. Before care, 7-8:30 a.m., and after care, 2:30-5 p.m., also available at additional cost. At 63140 N. Military Road, Pearl River.

PASSIONATE PLATTER "KIDZ KOOKING" CAMP (985-781-4372): Youngsters, ages 5-15, enjoy hands-on cooking experience, learning varied cultural menu with recipe preparation, kitchen safety, clean-up, canning, how to pick fresh herbs and vegetables from the garden and more. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 30-June 3, June 20-24 and July 25-29. $125 per week. $25 per day. For information, call above telephone number or go to Web site: www.passionateplatter.com. At 2104 First St., Slidell.

PETITE PRIVATEER PALS SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMP (504-280-3131): Activities focus on continuing development through indoor and outdoor games, creative art, dramatics, music and play for ages 5-7. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays May 30-Aug. 5. $225 per two-week session. Student, faculty, alumni discounts. $25 registration fee includes T-shirt. Extended care, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., available at $1.25 an hour. At UNO Children's Center, Lakefront campus.

PLANET KIDS SUMMER CAMP (985-871-9400, 985-626-5775, 985-845-0377): Children, ages 15 months-6, participate in activities such as arts and crafts, study history and hear guest speakers related to the theme "Traveling in a Time Machine." 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Weekdays June 1-July 29. Call for fee information. At 1201 W. 22nd Ave., Covington; 1335 Soult St., Mandeville, and 285 Highway 21, Madisonville.

POWER MINI SUMMER CAMP (504-347-2510): Arts and crafts, reading, math, field trips, computers, drug education, conflict resolution, self esteem for ages 6-12. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays June 6-July 8. $15 registration fee. Sponsored by Jefferson Youth Foundation Inc. and Louisiana Department of Education. Registration, 3:30-5:30 p.m. May 20-24. At Ames Elementary School, 500 Pine St., Marrero; Joshua Butler Elementary School, 300 Fourth St., Westwego, and Second Zion Baptist Church, 6520 Second Zion Ave., Marrero.

RADIO RANCH WRITING CAMP (504-280-7323): Campers entering grades 2-12 go on field trips for writing inspiration and learn voice-over techniques to help them read their writing like radio personalities and voice-over actors in program sponsored by Greater New Orleans Writing Project. WWNO will record class CD to be presented to campers at end of session. Hours: 1-4 p.m. Children enter grades 2-6, Mon-Thurs June 13-23, $100; Children entering grades 7-12, June 13-30, $120. Scholarships available. At UNO Lakefront campus. Rooms to be announced.

RAYNE MEMORIAL UMC VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL CAMP (504-899-3431): Music, Bible stories, crafts, recreation, mission activities revolving around theme "Circle G Ranch" for ages 3 to youngsters entering 6th grade. 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 1-5. $20 per week. At 3900 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

ROBOPOWER CAMP (504-483-4145): Children entering grades 7-9 build a robot. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 1. $210. Limited enrollment At New Orleans Center for Science & Math, 980 Navarre Ave., New Orleans.

ST. MARTIN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL SCIENCE DAY CAMP (504-736-9966): Rocketry, robotics, chemistry, physics for youngsters entering grades 3-8. $200 per one-week session. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Weekdays June 13-July 29. At 5309 Airline Drive, Metairie.

SPARTAN SUMMER CAMP FOR OLDER CAMPERS AT ECOLE CLASSIQUE (504-887-9478): One-week sessions of themed and sports camps for youngsters entering grades 1-6 that include football, cheerleading, basketball, drama and more. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 15. $100 per week or $500 for six-week session. At 5236 Glendale St., Metairie.

SPEECH 'N' MOTION SUMMER CAMP (504-828-7696): Children, ages 3-10, participate in themed program designed to promote peer interaction and social skills through sensory-motor and language-based play. Activities include gym, art, music and pretend play supervised by pediatric occupational and speech therapists. 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Tues and Thurs Session I, June 7-30; Session II, July 5-28, and Session III, Aug. 2-11. Sessions I and II, $480 per four-week session, and Session III (two weeks), $240. At Crane Rehab Center, 101 River Road, Suite 112, Jefferson.

SUMMER AT HOGWARTS DAY CAMP (504-866-9010): Activities include a variety of indoor and outdoor crafts and games inspired by fictional world of Harry Potter for youngsters, ages 5-12. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10. $100 per one-week session. Aftercare, 3-6 p.m., available at $5 an hour. At First Unitarian Universalist Church, 2903 Jefferson Ave., New Orleans.

SUMMER SEWING CAMP (504-392-1516): Children, ages 8-18, learn how to select fabric and patterns, operate a sewing machine and construct clothing and accessories in one-week sessions. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. June 1-Aug. 12. Full-day and half-day programs available. Call Paula Hardin, camp director, for fee information. At Hancock Fabric Stores, 2727 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, and 2104 Franklin St., Gretna.

SUNFLOWER FARM AND RANCH SUMMER CAMP (985-796-1149): Horseback riding, grooming and caring for horses, farm animal care, planting, harvesting, arts and crafts, fishing, nature walks, scavenger hunts, cooking, sports, games and more for boys and girls, ages 8-13. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-July 1 and July 11-29. $650 per three-week session. $1,100 per six-week session. May 31 registration deadline. At 84080 Pierre Cemetery Road, Folsom.

TECHPOWER CAMP (504-483-4145): Children entering grades 7-9 learn how to take apart and rebuild a computer in a program that includes field trips. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 5-29. $225. At New Orleans Center for Science & Math, 980 Navarre Ave., New Orleans.

TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL SPECIALTY CAMPS (504-525-8661): Specialty camps include digital AV computer, creative arts and crafts, cheerleading/dance, "Fun with Math," model rocketry and sports for ages 6-13. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 1. Not all camps run full four weeks. $140 per-one week session plus $10 registration fee. Call for further information or visit Web site: trinityno.com. At 1315 Jackson Ave., New Orleans.

UNITED STATES FILM AND TELEVISION INSTITUTE SUMMER DAY CAMP (504-243-6420): Youngsters, ages 11-18, participate in the making of films and television productions during two-week sessions. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays June 6-Aug. 5. $125 per week. $75 registration fee includes T-shirt. At Southern University of New Orleans, 6400 Press Drive, New Orleans.

TSOFIM TEEN TRAVEL (504-897-0143): Youngsters entering grades 7-9 participate in week of local field trips. Program offers five-day trip to Atlanta, Orlando or Memphis/Nashville as well as an eight-day trip to Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. 9 a.m.-3:15 p.m. June 6-July 29. Two-week sessions start at $800. For more information, call Pam Levi at above telephone number or e-mail: pam@nojcc.com. At Uptown Jewish Community Center, 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

UNO SPACE EXPLORERS (504-645-3505): Participants, ages 8-13, learn about the Space Shuttle, solar system, construct model shuttles and model rockets, which they will launch. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays June 27-July 1. Field trip planned to Stennis Space Center. $160 fee includes all activities, supplies, model kits and T-shirt. Sponsored by Lockheed Martin. At UNO Slidell campus, 2050 First St., Slidell.

UNO SPACE QUEST (504-280-7100): Model airplane and rocket construction and field trips for ages 9-13. Also, participants learn about space shuttle, solar system and UFOs. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon-Thurs July 18-28. $245 fee includes all activities, supplies, model kits and T-shirt. Field trips to Belle Chasse Naval Air Station, Stennis Space Center and Lakefront Airport, which includes airplane ride. In Education building room 122, UNO Lakefront campus.

URSULINE ACADEMY ENRICHMENT CAMP (504-866-5260): Art, creative writing and reading-theme activities, indoor and outdoor play, for girls entering prekindergarten-grade 2. 8:30-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-3:30 p.m. June 20-24 or July 18-22. $150 per one-week session. At Ursuline Academy, 2635 State St., New Orleans.

WETLANDS CAMP (504-689-7611, ext. 14): Adventures within National Park Service preserve will include animal discoveries, hikes, nature crafts, hands-on experiments, songs, games, cultural explorations and more for youngsters, ages 6-11. Ages 6-7, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 6-10; Ages 9-11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20-24, July 11-15 and July 25-29. $25 fee. At Barataria Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero.

XAVIER UNIVERSITY FAMILY AND COMMUNITY LIFE CENTER P.E.A.C.E. CAMP (504-520-5197): Academic enrichment, cultural development, conflict resolution skills, violence prevention strategies, career development, recreation and field trips for ages 8-15. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays June 1-24. Enrollment limited. $75 registration fee. At 1 Drexel Drive, New Orleans.

YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHERS' SUMMER WORKSHOP (504-522-3211): Participants, ages 12-18, learn basic black and white photography with traditional darkroom and digital printing. Program culminates in photography show of their work. 9 a.m.-noon June 17-24 (show opens July 1) and July 26-Aug. 2 (show opens Aug. 12). $385 fee includes all film, paper and processing. Participants must provide own camera. At The Darkroom, New Orleans Center for the Photographic Arts, 1927 Sophie Wright Place, New Orleans.

SPORTS CAMPS

ALL-STAR GYMNASTICS AND CHEERLEADING CAMPS (504-328-3838) Gymnastics camp for youngsters, ages 6-18. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays. June 6-Aug. 12. Cheerleading camp for youngsters, ages 5-18. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24, June 27- July 1 and July 11-15 and 18-22. Children grouped according to age and ability. Half-day programs, 9 a.m.-noon, also available. Call for fee information. At 2073 Paxton St., Harvey.

AMY CHAMPION "CHAMPS" CAMPS (504-280-6102) Lady Privateer basketball camp for girls, ages 8-18. Individual camp, 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Aug. 1-4. $175. Also, team camp for teams, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. June 17-19 and July 15-17. $120. For information, call above telephone number or go to: www.unosportscamps.com. At Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave., New Orleans.

ASHLEY TAPPIN SWIM CAMPS (504-280-6102): Individual camp for youngsters, ages 8-18. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. June 5-10 and 12-17. $215. $50 deposit. For information, call above telephone number or go to: www.unosportscamps.com. At Lakefront Arena Aquatics Center, 6801 Franklin Ave., New Orleans.

BELLE CHASSE SUMMER SPORTS CAMP (504-392-6907): Weight-lifting, touch football, volleyball, basketball, softball, aerobics, dodge ball, track and field, soccer, kickball, swimming, roller-skating, relay races and more for ages 6-14. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 30-July 22. Call for tuition information. Before care, 8-9 a.m., free, and after care, 3-6 p.m., at additional cost. Family discounts. Registration fee: $30; time: 9 a.m.-noon May 14 and May 28. At 8346 Highway 23, Belle Chasse.

BELLE TERRE TENNIS CAMP (985-652-9094): Camp for youngsters, ages 6-15, offers tennis instruction and games as well as swimming and crafts. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-9, 13-16 and 20-23 and July 5-8. $125 per one-week session. Members, $105. Sibling discounts. At Belle Terre Country Club, 111 Fairway Drive, LaPlace.

BLUE LION KARATE ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP (504-244-8395): Karate, gymnastics, softball, bowling, volleyball, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, chess, music, swimming, computers, cultural history, track and field, games, field trips, drill and discipline activities for youngsters, ages 5-13. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 31-Aug. 19. Before care, 6:30-9 a.m., and after care, 3-6 p.m., also available. Call for fee information. At 9517 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans.

BROTHER MARTIN BASKETBALL CAMP (504-283-1561, ext. 3228): Basketball skills and drills, dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense and more for boys and girls, ages 8-13. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 18-22. $100 fee includes T-shirt and ball. At 4401 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans.

CAMP CLIMB-MAX (504-913-3646): Campers, ages 7-14, receive instructions in the basics of rock climbing (climbing, belaying and bouldering), play games (climbing relays) and win awards. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 1-5 and 8-12. $125 per one-week session. Registration begins May 3. $25 registration fee includes snacks and T-shirt. At 5304 Canal Blvd., New Orleans.

CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL ATHLETIC CLINICS (985-871-9902): Basketball for girls entering grades 4-8, 9 a.m.-noon May 30-June 3, $85; Basketball for boys entering grades 4-8, 1-4 p.m. May 30-June 3, $85; Volleyball for girls entering grades 4-8, 9 a.m.-noon June 6-10, $85. At 80 Christwood Blvd., Covington.

COCONUT BEACH VOLLEYBALL CAMP (504-485-0326): Volleyball skills, drills, games, free play, cardio-walks, videos, chalk talk, doubles, 6's and more for youngsters, ages 11-18. 1:30-4:30 p.m. June 6-July 29. $100 per week. At Coconut Beach, West End, New Orleans.

COVINGTON GOLF & RECREATION PARK (985-264-6635): Professional golf instruction -- complete driving, chipping and putting, unlimited practice balls, brief study of rules of golf and etiquette, tournament conditions -- for youngsters, ages 7-17. 9-11 a.m. June 6-8 and 13-15, July 5-7 and 18-20 and Aug. 1-3 and 8-10. $150 per three-day session. Sibling discounts. Session concludes with nine-hole golf tournament. At 15268 Meadowlark Drive, Covington.

CRESCENT ACADEMY SPORTS CAMP (504-895-3952): Track and field, basketball and volleyball for youngsters, ages 5-14. 1-4 p.m. weekdays June 6-24 and July 11-29. $150 for three-week session. At 821 Gen. Pershing St., New Orleans.

CRESCENT CITY GYMNASTICS SUMMER DAY CAMP (504-488-3419): Gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline, dance, sports acrobatics and cheerleading skills for ages 3-17. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-Aug. 12. Ten one-week sessions. $150 per week. Extended care, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., is also available. Sibling and multi-week discounts. At 7800 Earhart Blvd., New Orleans (two blocks off South Carrollton Ave.), and HPC Building, UNO lakefront campus.

DE LA SALLE BASEBALL CAMP (504-895-5717): Baseball fundamentals including pitching, hitting and fielding for boys and girls, ages 8-14. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10 and 20-24 and July 11-15. $175 a week. At Altobello Sports Complex, De La Salle High School, 5300 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

DE LA SALLE BOYS SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP (504-895-5717): Instructions in basketball fundamentals, daily competitions for boys, ages 8-14. 3-5 p.m. June 13-17 and June 27-July 1. $100 fee per session includes T-shirt. At Altobello Sports Complex, De La Salle High School, 5300 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

DE LA SALLE GIRLS' SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP (504-895-5717): Instruction in basketball fundamentals, daily competitions for girls, ages 8-14. 3-5 p.m. June 6-10. $95 fee includes T-shirt and basketball. At Altobello Sports Complex, De La Salle High School, 5300 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

ELMWOOD GYMNASTICS ACADEMY CAMP (504-733-4496): Instruction in gymnastics, trampoline and tumbling for boys and girls, ages 6-12. Also, swimming. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 30-Aug. 12. Prices start at $150 per week. Before and after care also available at additional cost. At 700 Elmwood Blvd., Suite C, Harahan.

EQUEST FARM SUMMER CAMP (504-483-9398): Daily horseback riding lessons, hands-on horse grooming, barn management, horse nutrition, horse-related games, arts/crafts activities for ages 7-15. Ten one-week camps. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 30-June 3, June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5, Aug. 8-12 and Aug. 16-19. $275 per week. Before and after care at additional cost. $50 deposit. Call for information. Web site address: www.equestfarm.com. At 1001 Filmore Ave., New Orleans.

GIRLS' BASKETBALL CAMP (504-816-4441): Girls, ages 8-16, learn basic basketball skills and techniques. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 11-15. $110. At Dillard University, 2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans.

GYMNASTICS PLUS 'FUN & FITNESS' SUMMER DAY CAMP (985-643-0914): Gymnastics instructions on all Olympic events, swimming, trampolines, arts and crafts, obstacle course, outdoor games and more for ages 5-13. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays May 30-Aug. 12. Call for fee information. Visit Web site at www.gymplus.net. At 58445 Pearl Acres Road, Slidell.

HAYASHI SPORTS AND RECREATION CAMP (504-282-7162, 504-891-9191): Swimming, judo, kendo (Japanese fencing), Sumo, arts and crafts, games, canoeing, fishing for ages 5-12. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5. $180 per week. $10 insurance fee for non HSC students. At No. 12 Park Island, New Orleans.

JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL CAMPS (504-483-3920): Daily instruction of basketball fundamentals covering ball handling, shooting, passing and defensive play with games, individual competition and instructional videos. Camp 1 (ages 11-14), 9 a.m.-noon June 6-10; Camp 2 (ages 8-12), 9 a.m.-noon June 13-17; Camp 3 (ages 8-12), 9 a.m.-noon June 20-23, and Father/Son Camp (ages 8-12), 9-11:30 a.m. $125-$150 per week. Afternoon shooting camps available upon request. At Jesuit High School gymnasium, 4133 Banks St., New Orleans.

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER SPORTS CAMP (Uptown, 504-897-0143; Metairie, 504-887-5158): Swimming, basketball, baseball, soccer, flag football, volleyball and age-appropriate workouts for youngsters entering grades 3-9. Also, overnights and three-day trip. Four weeks, $610; six weeks, $910, and eight weeks, $1,220. At Uptown facility, 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, and Goldring-Woldenberg JCC, 3747 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie.

JULIE STEMPLE IBIETA VOLLEYBALL CAMP (504-280-7055, 504-280-6102): Instructive and competitive volleyball for players ages 5-18. All-skills camp for ages 9-18. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18-21 and 25-28. $170. $50 deposit. Limited enrollment. Little Privateer Camp for ages 5-10. 9 a.m.-noon July 18-22. $100. $50 deposit, Also, team camp planned July 22-23 for high school teams only. $225 per team. $50 deposit. Discounts. Call for information. At UNO Lakefront Arena.

JUNIOR JAZZERCISE DAY CAMP (504-834-1233): Children, ages 5-12, dance to choreographed songs, enjoy yoga, Pilates and kickboxing exercises, compete in dance-based physical challenges and are exposed to nutritional education. 12:30-3:30 p.m. July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5. Parents invited to performance at end of one-week session. One week, $75. Two weeks, $125. At 1625 Metairie Road, Metairie.

LAFRENIERE SOCCER CLUB (504-465-8224): One-week soccer camps for children, ages 5-17. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-10 and 13-17 and Aug. 8-12. $125 per one-week session. Half-day sessions, 9 a.m.-noon, $85. At Lafreniere Park Field, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie.

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY WOLFPACK GIRLS' BASKETBALL CAMP (504-258-8953, 504-864-7225): Instruction in basketball fundamentals and games for girls, ages 7-14. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 30-June 3. $225 fee includes T-shirt, basketball and notebook. Camp conducted by Dobee Plaisance, head women's basketball coach at Loyola University. At Loyola Sports Complex, Freret St., New Orleans.

LUKE FORTENBERRY SCHOOL OF BASEBALL (504-416-9944): Baseball instruction, motivational speakers, 10 games played, gift bag, pizza parties for boys, ages 8-12. 8:45-11:45 a.m. June 6-17. $300 for two-week session. For information, call above telephone number or go to: www.by-yougurus.com. At 9200 Patterson Road, New Orleans.

LUNDY FOUNDATION TENNIS CAMP (504-245-3005, ext. 253): Youngsters, ages 9-14, receive tennis instruction. Intermediate session (previous instruction necessary), 9 a.m.-noon June 4-5, City Park. Beginner session 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 14-15, City Park, and June 7-8 and June 9-10, Lakewood. Registration to be held 4-7 p.m. May 13. at 10555 Lake Forest Blvd., Suite 1C, New Orleans. Another registration day at West Bank location to be announced later. Camp is free, but participants must be born between May 28, 1991, and May 28, 1996. Camp held at City Park Tennis Courts, No. 1 Palm Drive, New Orleans, and Lakewood Country Club, Algiers.

MADISONVILLE EQUESTRIAN CENTER CAMP (504-669-4570): Youngsters, ages 4-16, learn how to ride, take care of horses and how to play games on horseback. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays June 6-Aug. 19. $200 per week. $50 registration fee per one-week session. Riding attire required. Before and after care available. For information, call above telephone number or go to: www.madisonvilleequestriancenter.com. At 135 Vista Street, Madisonville.

MAGNOLIA EQUESTRIAN CENTRE CAMP (504-616-8906, 504-364-6071): Horseback riding, trail rides, horse care lessons, arts and crafts and water activities for youngsters, ages 5-21 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1-July 29. $200 per week. $50 per day. $50 registration fee. At 1721 General Collins Ave., New Orleans.

MARCELO CHANES-BEACH CLUB SUMMER CAMP (504-885-2626): Tennis (instruction, games, tournament), swimming, ping pong, air hockey, foosball, Spanish, movies, soccer, volleyball and games for ages 6-15. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 30-Aug. 19. $115 per one-week session or $38 per day. Membership, family and early-bird discounts. Half-day programs, 9 a.m.-noon, $73 per week or $24 per day. Before care, 7:30-9 a.m., and after care, 3-5:30 p.m., $2 per hour. At 6000 Cleveland Place, Metairie.

MIKE GIORLANDO WOLFPACK BASKETBALL CAMPS/LOYOLA (504-864-7225): Two one-week camps for boys and girls, ages 6-18, emphasize the fundamentals of passing, catching, shooting, dribbling and defense. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon-Thurs and 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fri July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5. $169 per session. Discounts. Also, father-son camp for boys, ages 5-13. At Loyola Sports Complex, Freret Street, New Orleans.

MONTE TOWE BASKETBALL SCHOOL (504-280-6102): Camps for boys, ages 5-17, focus on fundamentals of basketball. Little Privateer Camp (ages 5-12), 9 a.m.-noon June 13-16. $100. Individual camp (ages 9-17), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-23 and June 27-30. $190 per session. $50 deposit. Also, high school team camp, June 24-25 (hours to be announced), $250 per team. Discounts. For information call above telephone number or go to: www.unosportscamps.com. At UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave., New Orleans.

MOON COLLEGE TAEKWONDO CAMP (504-887-6835): Sports activities, games, Taekwondo (self-defense) training, movies for ages 5-14. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays June 6-Aug. 12, $100 per week. Half-day programs available, $65 per week. For information, call above number after 4 p.m. At 3406 Jurgens St., Metairie.

NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM (504-816-4441): Youngsters, ages 10-16, participate in swimming, tennis and other athletic activities while learning good nutrition and other life skills. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Weekdays May 30-July 1. Program is free to youths from low-income families. At Dillard University, 2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans.

NEW ORLEANS SHELL SHOCKERS SUMMER SOCCER SCHOOLS (504-831-0531): Soccer camps for boys and girls, ages 6-18. Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Half-day programs, 9 a.m.-noon. Camp No. 1 for boys and girls, ages 6-8 and 9-11, June 6-10. Camp No. 2 for boys and girls, ages 12-14 and 15-18, June 13-17. Camp No. 3 for girls, ages 6-18, July 18-22. Camp No. 4 for boys and girls, ages 14-18, July 27-29. Camp No. 5 for boys entering grades 9-12, Aug. 1-6. Camp No. 6 for girls entering grades 9-12, Aug. 8-12. Full-day camps, $150, with exception of Camp No. 4 which is $180. Half-day programs available in Camps No. 1-3, $100. For information, call above telephone number or go to: www.noshellshockers.com. For registration form, e-mail: Mancel@aol.com. At Pan American Stadium, City Park.

NEW ORLEANS ZEPHYRS BASEBALL CAMP (504-734-5155, ext. 217): Campers, ages 8-13, will receive instruction on the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, baseball mechanics and strategy. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat-Sun June 25-26. $75 for first child. $50 for each additional sibling. At Zephyr Field, 6000 Airline Drive, Metairie.

PONTCHARTRAIN YACHT CLUB (985-626-3192): Boating safety and basic skills of sailing taught to youngsters ages 8-18. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Weekdays June 6-Aug. 12. Five two-week sessions. $350 fee per session includes lunch and end-of-camp family cookout for parents and sailors. Membership discount. Limited enrollment. At 140 Jackson Ave., Mandeville.

PREMIER TUMBLE & CHEER ATHLETICS CAMP (504-828-2946, ext. 25): Cheerleading, dance, jumps, stunts, tumbling, trampoline, arts and crafts for youngsters entering kindergarten-grade 8. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays. June 6-10, June 27-July 1, July 25-29 and Aug. 8-12. $80 per one-week session. Performance on Friday for family members. At 1018 Central Ave., Suite 300, Metairie.

REBUCK SOCCER CAMP (504-838-1698): Boys and girls, ages 5-15, are coached on basic and advanced techniques of dribbling, passing, shooting, as well as defensive and offensive strategies of soccer. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 6-8:30 p.m. July 25-29 and Aug. 1-5 and 8-12. Morning session, $110 per week. Evening session, $85 per week. Limited enrollment. At Plantation Athletic Club, 9201 Patterson Road (One mile past English Turn), New Orleans.

RED PHOENIX KARATE CAMP (504-779-5425): Walking, running, flexibility training, tai chi, Taekwondo, Asian arts and crafts, team development, flag and emblem design, crafts, movies, field trips and more for youngsters, ages 6-12. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 11-Aug. 5. $109 per week. Early-bird discount. Field trip fee. At 4636 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie.

SADDLE UP RANCH CAMP (985-898-2227): Horseback riding for youngsters, ages 7-13. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays May 30-July 1. Call for fee information. At 77580 Highway 21, Covington.

ST. MARTIN SPORTS CLINICS (504-736-9966): One-week baseball, basketball, soccer clinics for ages 6-13. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays May 30-July 29. $140 per one-week session. $85 for half-day program. Call for information. At 5309 Airline Drive, Metairie.

ST. PAUL'S SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS (985-373-0225): Camps stress fundamentals of play with activities geared for novices as well as experienced players, ages 8-13. Hours of all camps: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Baseball camp for boys, June 6-10. Football skills camp for boys, June 13-17. Basketball camp for boys and girls, June 20-24 and/or Aug. 1-5. Soccer camp for boys and girls, July 11-15. Call Phil Williams at above number or e-mail: philw@stpauls.com. Tuition for all camps: $135. At 819 West 15th Ave., Covington.

ST. PAUL'S WRESTLING CAMP (985-892-3200, ext. 283): Campers, ages 7-16, learn wrestling techniques, nutrition and weight training. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 27-July 1. $135 fee includes T-shirt. E-mail: craigk@stpauls.com. At. St. Paul's High School, 917 S. Jahncke St., Covington.

SHAWN FINNEY'S TULANE BASKETBALL CAMP (504-865-5505): Campers, ages 7-17, learn about basketball through fundamental station work, demonstrations, daily contests and 5-on-5 league play. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 13-16. $195 fee includes T-shirt, basketball and lunch. At Fogelman Arena/Reilly Center, Tulane University campus.

SMOTHERMON'S SOCCER CAMPS (504-393-9693): Players develop soccer skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, heading, volleying, defending and understanding the game. Full-day sessions for ages 4-10 and 11-17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24 (Fritchie Park, Slidell), June 13-17 and June 27-July 1 (CSA Soccer Field, Audubon Park), July 18-22 (J.B. Martin Field, St. Charles Parish), Aug. 1-5 (CYSA Soccer Field, Covington) and a Carrollton Boosters camp, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Aug. 8-12 at site to be announced and a premier team camp, 5-8 p.m. Aug. 15-19 (CSA Soccer Field, Audubon Park). Half-day sessions for ages 4-10 and 11-17 at above dates and locations, 9 a.m.-noon. Tuition: full-day, $155 per week; half-day, $95 per week. Call Louie Smothermon at above number. E-mail: louie@smothermonsoccer.com. Web site: www.smothermonsoccer.com.

SOCCER SKILLS CAMP (504-736-0368): Novice to advanced players, ages 9-18, participate in soccer program that focuses on kicking, running control, dribbling, defending, striking/finishing, various skill development and teamwork. Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $170 per week. Basic soccer camp (ages 10-14), June 6-10; Dribbling (ages 10-15), June 13-17; Team camp for girls (ages 13-18), June 20-24; Strikers/finishing concentration (ages 10-15), June 27-July 1; All-skills soccer camp (ages 10-14), July 5-8; Dribbling (ages 9-15), July 11-15; Strikers/finishing concentration (ages 8-15), July 18-22. Before and after care available at additional cost. Web site: www.riversideindoorsoccer.com. At Riverside Indoor Soccer, 6124 Jefferson Highway, Harahan.

SOCCER TOTS CAMP (504-736-0368): Soccer program for youngsters, ages 3-9, focuses on kicking, running control, dribbling, skill development, foot-eye coordination and teamwork. Variety of props, songs and games used to engage toddlers in participation activities. 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. June 6-10 (ages 3-4); June 13-17 (ages 5-8); June 27-July 1 (ages 5-8); July 5-8 (ages 3-9) and July 11-15 (ages 3-8). $85 per week for half-day camp. Youngsters in last two camps divided into two groups. Web sites: www.riversideindoorsoccer.com. or www.soccertots.net. At Riverside Indoor Soccer, 6124 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan.

SUNDANCE TENNIS CAMPS (504-488-0338): Tennis camp for boys and girls, ages 9-18. Noon-3 p.m. Tues-Thurs May 31-June 16 and June 21-July 7. $209 for each three-week session. Also, high-intensity trios for boys and girls ages 12-18. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues-Thurs May 31-June 16, June 21-July 7 and July 12-28 (mornings only). $299 per three-week session. For further information, call Sundance Morgan at above number. At City Park.

SUPREME COURTS SUMMER CAMP (985-893-7555, ext. 104): Sports-oriented program for youngsters, ages 5-18, offers volleyball, soccer, basketball, dodge ball, games, arts and crafts, cheerleading and more. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-Aug. 5. $125 per week. Half-day program, $80 per week. Extended care, 8-9 a.m. and 3-5 p.m., also available. Also, sports training camp for ages 11-18, mini sports camps for ages 5-8 and basic sports camps for ages 8-13. Web site for online registration and information: www.supremecourts.org. At Supreme Courts Athletic Training Centre, 241 Highway 1085, Madisonville.

TOM WALTER SUMMER BASEBALL CAMP (504-280-6102): Baseball fundamentals taught to youngsters, ages 7-17. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-10 and 13-17 and July 11-15. $275 per five-day camp. For information call above telephone number or go to: www.unosportscamps.com. At Maestri Field at Privateer Park (behind UNO Lakefront Arena).

TULANE GREENWAVE VOLLEYBALL CAMPS (504-865-5504): Volleyball camps for children, ages 6-18, offer lectures, demonstrations, daily drill sessions, competitions and game play. All-skills camp, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 27-30 and July 11-14; High performance camp, noon-6 July 25-28. Also, skill intensity camps and team camps. Call for fee information. At Fogelman Arena, Tulane University campus.

TULANE UNIVERSITY-RICK JONES SUMMER BASEBALL CAMPS (504-862-8239): Rick Jones, Tulane's head coach, will host camps for boys, ages 6-12. Program focuses on fundamentals of throwing, hitting, catching, base-running and team concept. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27-July 1, July 11-15 and 25-29. $225 per one-week session. Multi-day-camp session discounts. Also, hitting camp for boys, ages 11-youngsters entering grade 12. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 19-20. $190. Limited enrollment. For more information call above number or go to: www.tulanegreenwave.com. At Turchin Stadium, Tulane campus.

TULANE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CAMPS (504-314-7249): Elite position camp for girls, ages 14-18. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-7, $80; basketball camp for girls, ages 8-13. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 6-9, $160; Team shootout for girls, ages 14-18. (Times to be announced) June 17-9. $250 per team. At Fogelman Arena, Tulane University campus.

UNO SUMMER SPORTS CAMP (504-280-6357): Basketball, volleyball, flag football, softball, soccer, aerobics, track and field, wally ball, Frisbee golf, adventure walking, bowling, juggling and swimming for ages 5-12. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 1 and July 11-Aug. 5. $100 per week. $20 registration fee includes camp T-shirt. Extended care (7:30 a.m.-9 a.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m.) at no additional charge. Student, faculty, alumni discounts. Also, lunch available for $16 per week. For further information E-mail: jduverna@uno.edu or visit Web site at: ris.uno.edu. At University of New Orleans Recreation & Fitness Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans.

URSULINE ACADEMY SPORTS CAMPS (504-866-2725): Volleyball camp offers seminars on serving, spiking and more for girls, ages 9-12. 9 a.m.-noon July 25-29. $70. Basketball camp offers seminars on passing, dribbling, strategies of the game to girls, ages 9-12. 1-4 p.m. July 25-29. $90. $125 for both camps. At 2635 State St., New Orleans.

WEST END TENNIS CLUB CAMP (504-283-9303): Campers, ages 5-14, develop basic tennis skills, learn to play doubles and singles. Program includes swimming and arts and crafts. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-Aug. 12. Weekly sessions. $195 per week. Lunch included in full-day program. Half-day program, 9 a.m.-noon, $160 per week. Enrollment limited. Sibling and member discounts. At No. 1 Mariners Cove North, New Orleans.

WINNING CIRCLE (504-254-5477, 504-242-9595): Swimming, sports, tumbling, field trips, math and reading, competitions, gymnastics and more for ages 4-12. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 31-Aug. 19. $190 for four-week session. $35 registration fee. Call for location information.

XCELERATE YOUR GAME (985-651-3338): Athletic training focusing on speed, agility, vertical jump and conditioning for youngsters, ages 9-18. 8:30-11:30 a.m. Weekdays June 13-July 29. $225 per week. Sibling and multi-week discounts. Camp information and registration forms can be obtained by going to Web site: XcelerateYourGame.com. At Metairie Playground, 1521 Palm St., Metairie.

PRESCHOOLER CAMPS

ANGELS WITHIN MONTESSORI SUMMER CAMP (504-455-0003): Water play, arts and crafts, creative movement, weekly themes, music, games, outdoor play, foreign language and sign language for ages 2-5. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. June 6-Sept. 2. $100 per week. Half-day programs (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) available at $90 per week. $50 registration fee. At 3016 Lake Villa Drive, Metairie.

CHILDREN'S CHALET SUMMER CAMP (985-624-8668): This year's theme: "Summer Fun." Field trips, arts and crafts, swimming and more for ages 3-6. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. May 31-Aug. 12. $115 per week. At 1991 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville.

CHILDREN'S COTTAGE PRESCHOOL AND INFANT CENTER SUMMER CAMP (985-626-1676): Tumbling, music, dance, arts and crafts, sports, field trips, theme days, special events, water play and more for ages 2-6. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Weekdays May 31-Aug. 12. $100 per week. Also, program for infants, under age 2, $120. Hot lunches and snacks included. $75 activities fee. Also, three-day and two-day programs available. Call for further information. At 706 Asbury Drive, Mandeville.

ECOLE CLASSIQUE CHILDREN'S CENTER CAMP (504-887-9478): Arts and crafts, swimming, dramatic play, cooking, movies, walking field trips and more for ages 2-5. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 9 a.m.-noon June 6-July 15. Before and aftercamp care provided at additional cost. $450 for six-week session. Also, three-day week at $365. At Ecole Classique campus, 5236 Glendale St., Metairie.

FIRST CHRISTIAN SUMMER CAMP (504-467-6984, 504-443-2860): Arts and crafts, storytelling, songs, games, water play for ages 18 months-6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays June 7-July 28. Call for fee information. At 8121 Airline Drive, Metairie.

GATES OF PRAYER NURSERY SCHOOL CAMP (504-885-4339): Outdoor water play, art activities, music, puppet play, bubble play, storytelling, snacks for ages 15 months-36 months. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-July 29. Two four-week sessions: June 6-July 1 and July 5-29. $550 per four-week session. Three-day programs, $350 per four-week session, also available. Half-day programs, 9 a.m.-noon, also available at $350 per four-week session. Three-day morning program available at $220 per four-week session. Two-day programs also available. $25 activity fee. Before care, 8-9 a.m., and after care, 3-5 p.m., also available. Call for further information. At 4000 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie.

HAPPY KIDS SUMMER CAMP (504-241-2305, 504-241-6688): Computers, water fun, arts and crafts, field trips and more for ages 2 months-5. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays May 31-Aug. 26. Call for fee information. Registration, $50, under way. At 4800 Downman Road, and 7361 Read Blvd., New Orleans.

JOHN CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN PLAYSCHOOL'S SUMMER DAY CAMP (504-888-1378): Half-day program for preschoolers and kindergartners, ages 3-6. Active learning using arts, projects, indoor and outdoor games, cooking, music and special events. Four one-week sessions. 9 a.m.-noon June 20-July 15. $55 per week. Call for more information. At 4201 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie.

KENNER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP (504-468-9806): Sandbox play, swimming, songs, games, story time, arts and crafts and more for ages 1-5. Five two-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays June 6-Aug. 12. $25 per day. $25 registration fee. At 2139 Iowa Ave., Kenner.

KINDER HAUS MONTESSORI CAMP (504-454-2424): "Loving Louisiana" is this year's theme as campers, ages 3-6, enjoy cooking projects, arts and crafts and field trips. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays May 31.-Aug. 12. $109 per week includes lunch and snacks. Before and after care, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., is also available. At 5201 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie.

KINDER HAUS MONTESSORI CAMP/MANDEVILLE (985-674-9303): "Under the Deep Blue Sea" is this year's theme as campers, ages 1-6, enjoy cooking projects, arts and crafts and field trips. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. weekdays May 31.-Aug. 11. Call for fee information. Extended care, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., is also available. At 252 Magnolia St., Mandeville. .

LAKEVIEW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH WEEKDAY SCHOOL CAMP (504-488-2172): Creative play, water play, arts and crafts, treasure hunts and more for ages 3-6: 9 a.m.-noon weekdays June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 18-22 and July 25-29. $60 per week. $10 deposit. At 5915 Louis XIV St., New Orleans.

LA PETITE DEVELOPMENTAL SCHOOL CAMP (504-833-1327): Youngsters, ages 1-10, enjoy sports, nature, art and field trips and study different countries and cultures of the world. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-Aug. 12. Five two-week sessions. $170 per session. $40 registration fee. Extended care, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., available at additional cost. One week free if enrolled for all five sessions by May 1. At 1608 Hesoid St., Metairie.

LITTLE PELICANS SUMMER CAMP (985-626-3706): Arts and crafts, swimming, tennis, space walk and more for ages 3-4. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. weekdays May 30-Aug. 5. $95 per week. Members, $90 per week. Multi-week, sibling discounts. Extended care available. $20 registration fee. At Pelican Athletic Club, 1170 Meadowbrook Blvd., Mandeville.

LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE OF METAIRIE SUMMER CAMP (504-838-7979): Arts and crafts, music and story time, puppet shows, pony rides, indoor play, outdoor play and group activities for ages 2-5. Five two-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-Aug. 19. Call for fee information. Before care, 7:45-9 a.m., and after care, 3-6 p.m., also available at additional cost. Half-day program, 9 a.m.-noon, also available. At 2055 Metairie Road, Metairie.

LITTLE SCHOOL CAMP (504-835-9964): Water play, outdoor play, art, music, creative movement, special visitors for ages 2 ½-5. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Weekdays June 6-17 and June 20-July 1. $185 per session. Registration, $30. At 2216 Metairie Road, Metairie.

LITTLE SERVANT'S PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE/SUMMER CAMP (985-624-3384): Eight-week camp based on fun themes (water week, camping week, gardening week, cooking week, photography week, etc.) for children, ages 2-5. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-Aug. 1. Extended care, 7:15-9 a.m. and 3-5:45 p.m., also available. Half-day programs, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $50 registration fee. Call for further fee information. At 701 Florida St., Mandeville.

MUNHOLLAND KIDS' DAY OUT (504-834-0920): Arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor play, music, cooking and more for ages 2 months-3. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. weekdays June 6-July 22. Call for fee information. At 1201 Metairie Road, Metairie.

NEW ORLEANS MONTESSORI SCHOOL DAY CAMP (504-486-3852): Music, field trips, arts and crafts and more for ages 2 ½-7. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays June 1-July 27. $750. At 6432 Bellaire Drive, New Orleans.

PARKWAY PRESBYTERIAN SUMMER CAMP (504-733-6340): Crafts, music, movies, art for ages 2-6. 8:45-11:45 a.m. June 6-July 1. $40 per week. $30 for three-day program. $5 registration fee. At 6200 Camphor Ave., Metairie.

RAYNE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM (504-899-3595): Arts and crafts, water play, physical education, cooking, special events and music for ages 2-5. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 1-Aug. 31. $545 per month. Three-day ($405 per month) and two-day ($285 per month) programs available. At 3900 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans.

REYNOLDS ACADEMY PRESCHOOL CAMP (504-949-5327): Arts and crafts, music and movement, field trips, roller skating, bowling, computers, fitness activities, language development, story time with teachers and parents and more for ages 2-5. 6 a.m.-6 p.m. June 6-Aug. 12. $70 per week. $30 registration fee. At 1653 and 1678 North Broad St., New Orleans.

ST. AUGUSTINE'S SUMMER CAMP (504-887-3365): Water play, picnics, movies, indoor and outdoor recreation for ages 3-6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 13-July 29. $85 per week. Half-day program, 9 a.m.-noon, $45 per week. Before care, 7:30-9 a.m., and after care, 3-6 p.m., at additional cost. At St. Augustine's Episcopal School, 3412 Haring Road, Metairie.

ST. BENILDE KINDERCAMP (504-834-4980, 504-835-0880): Arts and crafts, sports, water play, music and movement, gymnastics, field trips, dramatic play, puzzles, games and more for ages 2-4. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays June 6-July 1 and July 11-29. $90 per week. Before and after care at additional cost. Registration, Fee: $20. Time: 9 a.m.-noon May 7 and noon-3 p.m. May 14, in St. Benilde Cafeteria. At 1901 Division St., Metairie.

ST. MICHAEL'S EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL CAMP (985-626-5724): Arts and crafts, music, body movement, outside games, sports, science and math, story time and more for ages 2-5. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 31-July 22. $107.50 per week. Lunch and snack included. Two-day and three-day programs also available. Extended care, 7:30-9 a.m., and 3-5:45 p.m., also available at $3.50 an hour. At 4499 Sharp Road, Mandeville.

ST. PHILIP'S EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL CAMP (504-392-2386): Arts and crafts, water play, field trips for ages 12 months-5. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1-Aug. 26. Before and after care also available. Six two-week sessions. Call for fee information. $190 per session. $50 registration fee. Before care, 7-8 a.m., and after care, 3-6 p.m., at additional cost. At 3643 Aurora Drive, New Orleans.

TODDLER ACADEMY CAMP (504-347-8880): Field trips, magic show, water play and more for ages 3-10. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. June 6-Aug. 12. $100 per week. Three-day programs, $75 per week. Two-day programs, $60 per week. At 4760 West Bank Expressway, Marrero.

TOWNHOUSE COUNTRY PLACE PRESCHOOL CAMP (985-626-7554): Swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, cookouts, watermelon parties and more for ages 6 weeks-7. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays June 1-Aug. 26. Call for fee information. At 200 Chestnut St., Mandeville.

UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL CAMP (504-865-1659): Camp Cricket offers art, Orff music, swimming, outdoor play, classroom time, obstacle course for balance and coordination, yoga, geography, French for ages 2-6. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6-Aug. 26. Ages 2-3, $170 per week. Ages 4-6, $160 per week. Half-day (9 a.m.-noon) rates available. Before care, 8-9 a.m., and after care, 3-5 p.m., available at $4.50 an hour. Call for information. At 7508 Burthe St., New Orleans.

UPDATE

The telephone number for the Summer Dayz Camp, which will be held at the Greater St. John Baptist Church, 8616 Hickory St., has been changed. The new telephone number is (504) 616-8003. The camp is scheduled for June 6-July 29.