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Join a camp for kids in Chicago and let your little ones learn and have fun with a variety of classes, from arts and crafts to sports, cooking, and science experiments!

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Kids' 3-Day Mini Camp: Baking and Pastry

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

We welcome kids ages 7 to 11 to join us for a three-day mini camp featuring baking and pastry techniques that can easily be recreated at home for friends and family. We will focus on following recipes, proper measuring, classic techniques, presentation, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new flavors.   Day 1: Quick Breads and Short Pastry  Mini Lemon Pound Cakes with Vanilla Glaze Banana Bread Muffins with Chocolate...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
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$402.50

3 sessions

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Teen 3-Day Mini Camp: Gluten Free and Vegetarian

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

We welcome kids ages 12 to 16 to join us for a three-day mini camp, featuring seasonal and delicious gluten-free and vegetarian recipes that can be easily recreated at home. We’ll focus on gluten and meat substitutes, knife skills, classic techniques, organization, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and creativity. Day 1: Breakfast Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting Pumpkin and Brown Sugar Muffins Buckwheat Pancakes with Blueberry...

(260) All levels 12 - 16 years old
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$460

3 sessions

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Teen Camp I: American Regional

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A five-day mini camp for kids age 12 to 16 to experience, hands-on, cooking simple yet sophisticated menus that they can recreate at home. They will learn the basics of knife skills, menu planning, and organizing prep work. We wrap up the week with a team cooking competition!  Day One: Tex Mex:  Loaded Nachos with Chorizo, Pico de Gallo and Homemade Cheese Sauce Grilled Steak Fajitas with Peppers, Onions and Guacamole Refried...

(260) All levels 12 - 16 years old
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$300

5 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Filmmaking (Ages 9-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Experiment with a variety of film making strategies to bring your own stories to life! Learn about video production and post-production, camera operation, editing, directing, acting, and writing by working in a small group to create a short film. Use video cameras and edit your film in Adobe Premiere. No need to bring any supplies, but come prepared to film outside.  Families and friends are invited to a film screening on the Friday of camp...

(83) All levels 9 - 13 years old
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$580

5 sessions

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Teen Camp II: Breakfast to Bedtime

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A five-day mini camp for kids age 12 to 16 to experience, hands-on, cooking simple yet sophisticated menus that they can recreate at home. They will learn the basics of knife skills, menu planning, and organizing prep work. We wrap up the week with a team cooking competition!  Day One: Breakfast:  Cheddar and Bacon Scones Omelets with Assorted Vegetables Chorizo Potatoes Citrus Salad Day Two: Lunch:  Tomato Caprese Salad with...

(260) All levels 12 - 16 years old
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$250

5 sessions

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Four-Day Kids' Camp I: A Trip Around the Globe

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A four-day mini camp for kids age 7 to 11, featuring hands-on cooking and lots of eating! We will focus on following recipes, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods. Day One: Greece: Spanakopita; Homemade Gyros with Pita Bread and Tzatziki Sauce; Greek Donuts with Lemon-Honey Syrup. Day Two: Thailand: Mango and Cucumber Spring Rolls; Chicken Satay with Hoisin Sauce; Tofu Pad Thai. Day Three: Italy: Artichoke and...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
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$250

4 sessions

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Four-Day Kids' Camp II: All-American Cooking

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A four-day mini camp for kids age 7 to 11, featuring hands-on cooking and lots of eating! We will focus on following recipes, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods. Day One: French Toast with Blueberries; Cheddar Cheese Scrambled Eggs; Bacon; Fruit Salad. Day Two: Sloppy Joes; Potato Wedge Fries; Brownie Ice Cream Sundaes. Day Three: Oven-Fried Chicken; Mashed Potatoes; Baked Macaroni & Cheese. Day Four: Chicago-Style...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$250

4 sessions

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Four-Day Kids' Camp: A Trip Around the Globe

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A four-day mini camp for kids age 7 to 11, featuring hands-on cooking and lots of eating! We will focus on following recipes, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods. Day One: Greece: Spanakopita Homemade Gyros with Pita Bread and Tzatziki Sauce Greek Donuts with Lemon-Honey Syrup Day Two: Thailand: Mango and Cucumber Spring Rolls Chicken Satay with Hoisin Sauce Tofu Pad Thai Bananas with Coconut Milk and Chocolate...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$275

4 sessions

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Four-Day Kids' Camp: Breakfast to Bedtime

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A four-day mini camp for kids age 7 to 11, featuring hands-on cooking and lots of eating! We will focus on following recipes, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods. Day One: Breakfast: Watermelon and Fresh Berry Fruit Salad Breakfast Tacos with Black Beans, Tomatoes and Chihuahua Cheese Roasted Potatoes with Chorizo Chocolate-Banana Muffins Day Two: Lunch: Fresh Tomato Soup Grilled Cheese with Smoked Gouda and...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$275

4 sessions

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Four-Day Kids' Camp: Summer in the City

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A four-day mini camp for kids age 7 to 11, featuring hands-on cooking and lots of eating! We will focus on following recipes, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods.  Day One: Pack a Picnic: Grilled Steak Wraps with Roasted Peppers and Fresh Herb Aioli Pasta Primavera Lemon Bars Day Two: Fun at the Fair:  Nachos with Homemade Cheese Sauce BBQ Chicken Wings with Homemade Ranch Dipping Sauce Funnel Cakes...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$275

4 sessions

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Teen Camp III: Global Journey

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

A five-day mini camp for kids age 12 to 16 to experience, hands-on, cooking simple yet sophisticated menus that they can recreate at home. They will learn the basics of knife skills, menu planning, and organizing prep work. We wrap up the week with a team cooking competition!  Day One: Indian:  Mango Lassi Aloo Paratha (Potato-Stuffed Griddle Bread) Chicken Tikka Masala Spiced Rice Day Two: Italy:  Summer Vegetable Crostini...

(260) All levels 12 - 16 years old
No upcoming schedules
$225

5 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Visual Arts Camp (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Our youngest campers will have early exposure to artistic materials and youth craft projects to become familiar with the foundations of early childhood artmaking. We’ll create masks, and a watercolor planetary mobile. These projects will help build fine motor-skills while allowing space for material exploration and play.

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Exploring Clay (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn hand-building techniques as you pinch, coil, and mold projects inspired by superheroes. Some ceramic projects include a secret lair, home planet, or trusty side-kick.  Ceramics projects will be ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. Caregivers will be contacted via email when projects are ready.

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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Cool Creatures Camp: Mixed Media (Ages 5-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Did you know a mantis shrimp can see ultraviolet light? Or that dolphins have names? Create artwork inspired by the unique abilities of animals from all over the world. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class at least 1 day before the start of the class. Review the supply...

(83) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Drawing & Painting Camp (9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Coordinate your hand and eye while exploring still life and portraiture. First, we’ll develop or expand on fundamental drawing skills and techniques. Understand more about line, shapes, shading, and light. Using watercolor, you will deepen your understanding about color and realistic rendering as you build a painting step-by-step. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$305

5 sessions

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Games & Movement Camp: Exploring Clay (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Join us for an action-packed week of artmaking as we create artwork exploring movement and games! Campers, aged 6-8 will create kinetic sculptures, animated flip-books, and design their own board game. Our 4-5 year-old campers will create action paintings, bird sculptures, and other dynamic projects. Afternoon campers will create ceramic windchimes and make their own chess or other game pieces. Get ready to move, make, and play!...

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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Drawing & Painting Abstraction Camp (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works inspired by some the of the masters of abstract art, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jasper Johns, and Anslem Kiefer. Look outside the art world to develop an appreciation for abstraction in nature, experimenting with strategies to bring nature influences into your artwork. Develop your drawing and painting skills to experiment with ways to use color, texture and pattern to create amazing works of art. This interactive online class is...

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Exploring Clay: Good Enough to Eat Camp (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

These projects are almost good enough to eat! For 6-8 campers, some of your projects include your very own papier maché junk food sculpture, rainbow cake color wheel painting, and Arcimboldo inspired food portrait. 4-5 campers will make salt dough stars, model magic food sculptures, vegetable prints, and food coloring marble paper.  Afternoon ceramics campers will create their own clay cupcakes with frosting lids, and other delicious projects! ...

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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Art History Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works of art inspired by artists and art movements as we explore art throughout history. Get to know a different art movement and medium at the beginning of each day, followed by hands-on art making to utilize visual and tactile learning to build deeper understanding of art history and the artistic process. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$305

5 sessions

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Mixed-Media: Tell Me a Story! Camp (Ages 5-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Visual art is another way to tell a story. After reviewing beloved books with words and pictures, we’ll examine visual works of art to understand the story the author is trying to share and then create our own! This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class at least 1 day before the start...

(83) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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