Dumont Recreation Dept Summer Camps

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Week 1: Illustration: Through Cartooning & Manga

Jun 30-Jul 3, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Calling all young artists and storytellers! Dive into the exciting world of cartooning and manga. Whether you're a budding comic book creator or just love to draw, this class is packed with creativity, imagination, and hands-on learning.Campers will learn the fundamentals of cartoon and manga-style illustration—from drawing expressive characters and dynamic poses to developing unique storylines and panel layouts.

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$105

Week 2: Go Green: Plant & Paint

Jul 7-11, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Get ready to dig in and get creative! In this hands-on, nature-inspired program, campers will explore the beauty of plants and nature. Each day combines a little green thumb magic with colorful artistic expression, making it perfect for kids who love the outdoors and art.

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$130

Week 3: Art in the Park: Picnic Edition

Jul 14-18, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Pack your imagination and a paintbrush—it’s time for a creative outdoor adventure! We’ll set up in a scenic outdoor spot, turning picnic time into paint time! Inspired by classic picnics, lush landscapes, and summer treats, young artists will learn art techniques to capture everything from checkered blankets and lemonade to ants on a snack mission—transforming everyday picnic scenes into colorful works of art.

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$130

Week 4: Make a Splash: Under the Sea Explorations

Jul 21-25, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Dive into creativity! Campers will explore the flowing, shimmering, and mysterious world of water through art. From ocean waves and sea creatures to rainy days and magical lagoons, each day brings a new splash of inspiration.

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$130

Week 5: Nature Week: Furs, Feathers, and Ferns

Jul 28-Aug 1, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Get ready to explore the wild side of art! Campers will discover the beauty of animals and plants through drawing, painting, and hands-on creative projects. Each day focuses on a different part of the natural world—from soft forest creatures and colorful birds to leafy greens and textured landscapes.

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$130

Week 6: Art off the Wall

Aug 4-8, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Bold lines, bright colors, and big ideas—Campers will be inspired by the world around them and bring it to the studio. This high-impact, creativity-fueled camp invites young artists to explore the exciting world of street art, from graffiti lettering and stencil work to poster art and mural design.

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$130

1-5

Happily Ever After: Storybook Art Camp at River Vale Community Center

Jun 29-Jul 2, 2026

12:45pm - 3:15pm

Grades 1-5 | Join us for a new edition of our popular camp inspired by various children's books. Over the course of the week, we will read five stories, discover how their illustrations were made, and talk about the meaning of each story. We'll be inspired by the messages and visuals we've seen to develop a new artwork each day.

• Develop reading, writing, and critical thinking skills during storytime
• Sample a wide array of art media like watercolor, clay and collage
• Complete 5 artworks influenced by stories

All Materials Included

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$280