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Arts Ventures: summer day camp - kids (11 - 12 years)

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026 • 3:00 PM - 10:00 PMNorth Mount Pleasant Arts Centre
Arts Ventures: summer day camp - kids (11 - 12 years)

About this event

Young artists will spend time expressing themselves creatively and learn basic skills for a wide range of art types with focus on the art-making process. Artists will get to take home all pieces they create. The day may also include supervised outdoor breaks. All supplies are included for: painting (acrylic and tempera) sculpture and clay drawing (pencils, graphite, crayon, ink) mixed media (fabric arts, papier mache) Prerequisite: None Please bring: A healthy lunch and snack, refillable water bottle, any necessary medication, and weather appropriate clothing. Forms/waivers: Day Camp Participant Information Form – available in the “My Forms” section of your Live and Play account , and Medication Permission and Record Form – Print only.

Time

3:00 PM

Tuesday • 7 hours

Venue

North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre

North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre

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