DAY CAMPS/ACTIVITIES - GENERAL POPULATION

Philadelphia Child Care Resources

Philadelphia Child Care Resources (PCCR) is a source for finding, selecting, and paying for child care, including school-age & summer Day Programs. To connect to their services call 1-888-461-KIDS.

PCCR can help you find summer program that meets your school-age child's needs and interests. They make referrals only, not recommendations because you are the best judge of your child's needs.

Financial assistance is available to help working families pay for summer programs for children under the age of 13. The program must be licensed by the Department ofPublic Welfare. Call 1-888-461-KIDS for an application.

Philadelphia Child Care Resources has five convenient neighborhood offices. Walk-ins are welcome.

DAY CAMPS/ACTIVITIES - GENERAL POPULATION

* GIRL SCOUTS DAY CAMPS, Adm. Office: P.O. Box 27540, Phila., Pa 19118
Call 215-564-4657 or 1-888-564-4657 (outside 215); Website: www.gssp.org

For all girls. Financial aid available but must apply early. Day camps specifically for girls in North Phila., Olney, Logan, Southwest and South Phila., the Northeast and suburban areas. Fees, dates and ages vary. SEE NEIGHBORHOODLISTINGS FOR MORE INFORMATION.

* SHELLEY RIDGE DAY CAMP/GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHEASTERN PA., P.O Box 27540, Phila. 19118
Call Rosemary Scanlan Jacob, 215-564-4657 ext. 260

Day camp located in Miquon, just outside the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. For all girls in grades 1-10. There is a ten week program

(June 18-August 24, 2001) and two-1 week sessions. Regular Hours 9am-3:30 pm. Extended hours 7:30am to 6:00 pm. Program includes swimming, weekly cookouts, arts and crafts, nature activities, games, songs, and special activities focusing on session themes. Fees vary. Financial Aid available but must apply early. Bus transportation available throughout Philadelphia and eastern Montgomery County for an additional $25.00 per week fee.. For more specific information about this camp call Ms. Scanlon Jacob at 215-564-4657 ext. 260. Or, call the Girl Scouts at 215-564-4657 for camp brochure and application.

* DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION/CITY OF PHILADELPHIA COMMUNITY DAY CAMPS
Call 215-685-2720 or 683-3600

Over 100 neighborhood day camps at recreation centers and playgrounds in all sections of the city. Ages 5-12. Several Tot camps for ages 3-5. Times, dates and fees vary. See geographic/neighborhood listings for addresses and phone numbers. There are also various specialized day camps. SEE SPECIAL FOCUS ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS SECTION.

* COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF PHILADELPHIA, 1700 Spring Garden St., Phila. 19130
Call  Jay Willette, 215-751-8483
Youth Summer College Camp for ages 6-12. Six-1-week sessions from July 9 August 17, 2001. Hours 8am-5pm (Extended hours 7:30am-6pm). Fee is $125 per week for regular hours. Computer lab to improve math & reading skills; extensive sports & games program; arts & crafts; dance, music & theater; and weekley field trips. Morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack included.
 

* NATIONAL JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE
Call 215-487-9555; After June 29:215-424-5300; Website: www.philatennis.org

THIS IS NOT A CAMP! Tennis instruction and team play at over 65 locations throughout the city. Ages 7-18. Various programs; weekdays from June 25-August 10, 2001.Beginners 9am-12pm; intermediate and advanced 1pm-4pm. Fees: Individual - $40; Family - $60. No tennis experience necessary. Register on the courts. Pre-registration at all sites: June 18-21 from 5pm-7pm. Limited number of scholarships available.

* FAIRMOUNT PARK COMMISSION/CITY OF PHILADELPHIA DAY CAMPS
Call 215-685-0000

Fairmount Park Commission runs over 15 summer day camps in different sections of the city. Camps include arts, tennis, rowing, equestrian, basketball specialty, environmental and regular day camps. See geographic/neighborhood listings for more information and location of sites. Also look in the SPECIAL FOCUS ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS SECTION FOR The SPECIALIZED CAMPS.

* FREEDOM SCHOOLS/SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
The School District of Philadelphia has developed an intensive literacy, social action and culturally relevant experience for students throughout the District.

Freedom Schools provide a way for students, parents and community leaders to come together to strengthen both educational opportunities and the fabric of neighborhoods, as well as achieve equality through advocacy and community organizing. A typical summer Freedom School day (usually 8:30am to 3:30pm) includes literacy-based, academic curriculum emphasizing community empowerment and social justice; conflict resolution and anti-violence; service learning and advocacy; as well as arts, culture and recreation. There will be 18 Freedom Schools in Philadelphia. Nonprofit community and faith-based agencies in partnership with the School District will administer the Freedom School programs in the following neighborhoods: South and Southwest Philadelphia; West Philadelphia; University City; North Central Philadelphia; Nicetown; Strawberry Mansion; Germantown; Kensington; Oak Lane; Frankford and Northeast Philadelphia. Most sites will be in session from July 5 until August 11, 2001. Dates can vary. All Freedom School Sites are listed in the Neighborhood Sections of this Directory.

* CAMP OVERBROOK/DEPT. OF RECREATION & ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILA-YOUTH OFFICE
Call  215-683-3681 (Dept. of Recreation)or participating Recreation Centers
Day Camp located at St. Charles Seminary in Overbrook for ages 6-12. There are six-1 week sessions.  Approximate hours are 8:30am-3pm. Fee is $10.00 per child per week.  Transportation is provided from participating city recreation centers and playgrounds as well as certain Catholic schools. Breakfast and lunch provided. Multi-cultural program; sports, games, arts & crafts. In the year 2001 participating recreations centers and playgrounds are: Lawncrest Rec Center (19111); Jardel Recreation Center (19111) Barrett Playground, (19120); Mander Playground (19121); Dendy Rec Center, (19122);  Penrose (19122); Houseman Playground (19124); Sturgis Playground, (19126); Cecil B. Moore (19132); Panati Playground (19132); Nelson Playground (19133); Simons Rec Center (19138); Awbury Rec Center (19138); Belfield Rec Center (19138);  Cherashore Playground (19141); Christy Rec Center (19143); Happy Hollow Playground (19144); Waterview Rec Center (19144); Vare Rec Center (19145); Chew Playground (19146); McCreesh Playground (19142);  Starr Garden Playground (19147);  Cibotti Rec Center, (19153).

* G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education & Training)/PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPT.
Runs from July 9 August 25, 2001. For girls and boys ages 10-14.  The program is sponsored by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms with the cooperation of the Philadelphia Police Department.  G.R.E.A.T. is a FREE PROGRAM.  Offers recreational and educational activities with an emphasis on violence reduction and gang awareness.  The activities, under the direction of specially-trained police officers, includes community services, swimming, competitive games, workshops & trips.  Group I meets July 9-Aug 22, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday  from 9-5 at McVeigh Recreation Center, D & Ontario, 19124 (215-685-9896);Anderson Recreation Center, 17th & Fitzwater, 19146 (215-685-6594);and King Recreation Center, 22nd & Cecil B. Moore Ave., 19132 (215-685-2733); Group II meets July 12 August 25 from 9-5 on Thursday, Friday & Saturday.  Sites are: Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman & Penway, 19111 (215-685-0596); Shepard Recreation Center, 57th & Haverford, 19131, (215-685-1991); and Kendrick Recreation Center, Ridge & Pensdale, 19128 (215-685-2584). Registration is held at the different sites on the first day of the program. Call to verify this information.

* INSTITUTE FOR DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICAN AMERICAN YOUTH, INC. PO Box 2061, Phila. 19103
Call S. Archye Leacock, Executive Director, 215-235-9110

Will run four programs for 6 weeks starting July 9, 2001 for ages 7-15. Hours 9am-3pm. There will be two prevention programs in Southwest Philadelphia. No fees. There will be an enrichment program in North Philadelphia. No fee. There will be an enrichment program in Cheltenham that will have a fee. Call for more information.

* OFFICE OF COMMUNITY BASE PREVENTION SERVICES - FAMILY CENTERS
Family Centers are a collaborative effort involving the Department of Human Services, the School District of Philadelphia and community-based organizations. There are 23 throughout Philadelphia. They provide year round activities and programs for children, youth and adults.

*VOLUNTEERING YOUTH WHO ARE INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN PHILADELPHIA AND THE SURROUNDING COUNTIES SHOULD CALL:

VOLUNTEER CENTER AT UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA - 215-665-2474.

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* FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA
Call Neighborhood Library or 215-686-5372.

* PLUG IN @ YOUR LIBRARY is the year 2001 Summer Reading Program for children up to the sixth grade. June 11-Aug.3, 2001. Children can sign up at their local library and start their folder. For every library-related activity the child does (reading books, viewing videos, listening to cassettes, CDs, etc.) he or she gets a sticker. The first sticker of the week entitles child to a prize. Once children earned the weekly incentive, they can accumulate as many other stickers as they desire. All Free Library Branches, Regionals, the Central Library Children=s Department, and the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped will participate.

 * WIN @ THE LIBRARY: TEEN SUMMER READING 2001 for students going into grades 7-12. Program runs from June 11-Aug. 31, 2001. Students should receive a bookmark/raffle entry in school. (If not, they can pick one up at their local library or in the Popular Library at Central Library, 1901 Vine Street). For every book, magazine, or newspaper they read to a younger child, they can fill out a raffle entry and return it to their local library. The more they read, the more chances they have to win a gift certificate or other prize.

* SCIENCE IN THE SUMMER, sponsored by Glaxo SmithKline, introduces children to the fun of science. Brief, experiment-oriented courses will be taught at all libraries. This year=s topic is ELECTRICITY. Students are divided into two groups: grades 2-3 & grades 4-6. Each course consists of four - 45 minute classes scheduled for one week (Tuesdays to Fridays). Year 2001 Dates: June 19-Aug. 3. The West Phila. Regional and Northwest Regional Libraries will have special two-hour sessions on consecutive Saturdays. Registration is required for SCIENCE IN THE SUMMER and will take place at individual libraries beginning May 14, 2001. Call the library at 215-686-5372 for additional information about times and locations for the Science in the Summer Program.

*All Philadelphia Public Libraries are listed in the Neighborhood Listings of  this directory.

***************************************************************** * PHILADELPHIA READS/OFFICE OF THE MAYOR,
1401 JFK Blvd, Suite 1000
Call Rebecca Malish, 215-686-4450

PHILADELPHIA READS is will hold free summer reading programs at approximately 30 sites throughout the Philadelphia area for children in Kindergarten to third grades. Call for more information and location of sites.