Summer Welcomes a Full Slate of Activities for Kids
It’s going to be a tremendous summer as we get back into the swing of things! The calendar is filling up with events and activities for all ages, but for kids in particular there are a lot of fun days in store! If you have any questions or would like more details about the programs listed below or anything else, please reach out to us at 276-5039, via email, or feel free to stop by our main office— we’re happy to help!
Note: Just like with all our programs, we’ll be following CDC guidance regarding face coverings. For kids this means masks aren’t necessary during outdoor activities, but we’ll “mask up” for indoor events or if using Neighborhood House transportation.
Adventure Club
Tuesdays, 9am-3pm | Starts July 6 | $25/day
Weekly adventures on and around MDI! Participants will explore the island and Schoodic while participating in activities such as hiking, biking, canoeing, bouldering, and swimming. Click here for registration form.
Morning Arts & Crafts
Mondays; July 5 - August 16 | 10-11am | Ages 6+ | $15/class
Classic summer vacation crafts from "friendship bracelets" to tie-dye. Each session will last about an hour, and all materials are included. Space is limited, so please email or call 276-5039 for specific project info. or to sign up.
Bala Bee Yoga with Genevieve Billings
Wednesdays, 10:15-11:15am | July 7 - August 11
Instructor Genevieve Billings (200-RYT & RYCT) will lead these weekly sessions. Pre K Yoga Includes: A story, creative playful movement games to warm up & get the wiggles out, a mindful activity, breath work & yoga poses to compliment the featured book. Closing, with a guided relaxation. The fee for all six sessions is $100, and checks should be made out to Genevieve or paid to her via Venmo.
For more details or to contact Genevieve directly, visit Bala Bee Yoga online at:
Hip Hop Dance
July 9 & August 6 | 10:30 - 11:30am | Ages 8+ | $15/class
Kids can join instructor Dezirae Zaman for a basic level hip hop dance class. each session will start with warm-ups and students will learn a different combo for each class. The goal is to get moving and have an energizing and fun experience! Register by emailing Program Director, Suzie James.
Creativity & Body Art
July 9 & August 6 | 12-1pm | Ages 8+ | $20/class
Join us for an hour of calm creativity, learning how to use our own bodies as the canvas. We will use special body paints to cover ourselves in color. Learn about different brush strokes, mixing colors and how to use the contours of your face and body to create art. To reserve a spot for either day, contact Program Coordinator Suzie James at 276-5039 or via email.
Youth Dance Workshops
July 29 & August 5 | $15/class | Ages 3to5 10-10:45am; Ages 6to9 11am-12pm
Each session will be lead by instructor Ashley Graves and will explore a variety of movement and styles of dance. To register, please email Suzie James.
Art with Mike Duffy
July 13 & August 12 | $20/class (includes materials) | Ages 5 to 7, 11-11:45am & Ages 8+, 12-1pm
Mike Duffy is a favorite of young artists from across MDI having instructed classes throughout our community for years. Mike’s classes were a hit during the summer of 2020 and we’re happy to welcome him back on a limited bases for 2021 as well.
You can sign up by emailing Program Director Suzie James or by calling us at 276-5039.
FREE SWIM
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Times TBA | Town of Mt. Desert Pool
This summer we will be offering free public swim time at the Town of Mt. Desert pool (located adjacent to the Elementary School). Exact times will be announced, but we are aiming for lunchtime through late afternoon on M,W,F, and Saturday. The pool will be open for free swim the same number of hours per week as in the past, but this new schedule will assist with the limited availability of lifeguards as well as maximizing the efficiency of chlorine and other treatment chemicals amidst the current shortage.