Things to Do in Tucson in the Summer {2016}

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~TUCSON SUMMER ACTIVITIES GUIDE ~ 
2016

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• The full summer calendar of events and daily activities is HERE
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Arizona Youth University (AYU) offers exciting full day, low-cost summer camp options for children grades 1-12. Partnering with UA units and departments, AYU camps cover diverse and enriching topics such as Bioengineering, SAT/ACT Prep, STEM Career Exploration, Robotics, and many more! Professionally trained staff provide before and after class care for several camps at no additional cost. Partial scholarships and overnight camps also available! Camps take place on the University of Arizona campus, unless otherwise indicated. ayu.arizona.edu

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange ~ Offers Amazing Free Summer Activities for Chidren and Families all summer long that ends in a Back to School Party at each location! 3 Locations in Tucson Grant, Ina and Speedway.SEE MORE HERE

Creative Juice ~ The Juicebox: A Summer Camp for Kids. 

Have a budding young artist at home? Need a cool, creative alternative for the hot summer days in Tucson? We have the place for you!Explore a different art form each week through a variety of mediums and techniques!SEE MORE HERE
www.creativejuiceartbar.com  271-5023

Gaslight Theatre Camps~

The Gaslight Theatre Summer Theatre Camp for Kids!

Session 1 - Ages 6-11 will run Monday-Friday, 10AM-3PM, June 13-24. *Performance for friends and family on Sat., June 25.Session 2 - Ages 12-16 will run Monday-Friday, 10AM-3PM, June 27-July 8.

*Performance for friends and family on Sat., July 9.

The Gaslight Music Hall Summer Theatre Camp for Kids!

Ages 8-14 will run Monday-Friday, 10AM-3PM, July 11-22.

*Performance for friends and family on July 23.
www.thegaslighttheatre.com/theatre-summer-camp/

Kids Unlimited ~ Kids Unlimited is a non-profit 501(c)3 performing group for children and teens that has been a part of the Tucson community for almost 30 years. Kids Unlimited is committed to providing a safe stage for all who love to perform.  www.kustars.com Facebook page HERE  520-293-1225. 
SEE MORE HERE

The Mini Time Machine of Miniatures~Different themes, creativity and movement and a flexible format keep kids entertained this summer at The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures starting at just $15 per afternoon. Visit our website for complete details, including information about 2016 themes and projects.
http://www.theminitimemachine.org/summer

Music and Dance Academy Camps ~ Discover your music and dance talents this summer! The Academy offers flexible music and dance lessons, classes and one week camps for all ages and all abilities all summer long. 
Catalina Foothills (520) 327-2303 4811 East Sunrise Dr.Oro Valley (520) 219-9950 7954 North Oracle Rd 

Pima County Public Library ~ Summer Reading Program offers a free activities to encourage summertime reading. There are prizes and all kinds of fun things to do at all the branches around Pima County.  Check out what each branch has to offer! 

SEE MORE HERE.

POPPKiDZ ~SWIM LESSONS for all ages and skill levels, SWIM TEAM, TENNIS, and SO MUCH MORE! Where Southern Arizona children find their love and respect of water, build confidence, and become independent swimmers!

SEE MORE HERE

POPPKiDZ, 2045 W Omar Dr. Tucson AZ 85704 & West, 5245 N Camino De Oeste Tucson AZ 85745  www.poppkidz.com Facebook HERE  Email: info@poppkidz.com  (520) 989-9589

Tucson Botanical Gardens ~Plant Power Summer Camp! Plants Play a major role in our everyday lives.  Join the Gardens for a week-long exploration of the relationship between humans and plants.  Campers will gain a renewed admiration for nature at a tranquil setting in the heart of Tucson. SEE MORE HERE

Tucson Parks and Recreation -  Join Tucson Parks and Recreation for an assortment of classes, swim lessons, summer KIDCO, aquatics, track and field events, sports camps, and more this SUMMER! Registration starts Saturday, April 23 for residents. Hurry, classes fill up quickly!  SEE MORE HERE
  www.tucsonaz.gov/parks

YMCA ~Unplug and reconnect this summer at the Y!
 FUN WEEKLY THEMED CAMPS! Whether you’re at summer day camp, sports camp or overnight camp, each week is packed with themed activities, crafts and games, water-fun, sports of all sorts, field trips, and so much more! 
FUN FOR KIDS, PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU! Campers make new friends, sing, play, explore, learn, and laugh, all under the watchful eyes of fully-trained staff.  tucsonymca.org/summercamp
SEE MORE HERE

Splash Pads in Tucson- Info HERE

Summer Movies Info HERE

Summer Reading programs HERE

Summer Meal Programs for Kids HERE