Summer 2026 Program Guide

Unleash your creativity, build friendships, and enjoy kid-tastic fun at our Summer Camps! SUMMER CAMPS

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE: NEWSIES Age: 11Y-16Y

PUPPET MAKING CAMP Age: 6Y-10Y

SUNSHINE KIDS CAMP Age: 5Y-9Y

Join us for this two-week, full day musical theatre camp as we audition, rehearse and finally perform a production of Newsies. This class is for performers who are ready to take the next step in choreography, character building, and blocking and harmony/choral singing. Presented in partnership with Theatrix Youtheatre Society. INSTRUCTOR: JULIANA MARKO, THEATRIX

Have fun creating and designing a variety of puppets out of paper mache, wire, feathers, felt, fabric and found materials. Bring your characters to life! Paint facial expressions and accessorize with hair and lots of other decorative details. INSTRUCTOR: SHELLY DAVIES-CONLEY LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $190 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 9:00AM - 12:00PM JUL 27 - JUL 31 #97739 SOAPSTONE CARVING FOR KIDS Age: 8Y-12Y Explore the creative process of stone carving step-by step in this safe and fun art camp! Students will work on a range of projects throughout the week such as animal statues, pendants and more, taking each piece from raw stone to a beautiful and smooth object. All supplies are included. INSTRUCTOR: ERIN LARSEN LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $190 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 9:00AM - 12:00PM JUL 27 - JUL 31 #97897 SOAPSTONE CARVING FOR YOUTH Age: 10Y-15Y Explore the creative process of stone carving step-by step in this safe and fun art camp! Students will work on a range of projects throughout the week such as animal statues, pendants and more, taking each piece from raw stone to a beautiful and smooth object. All supplies are included.

This is an exciting opportunity for students to explore and create with a variety of art materials. Students will get a chance to develop their art skills and expand their imagination. Art activities include painting, collage, drawing, printmaking, and sculpture. Wear clothes that can get messy and come ready for fun! INSTRUCTOR: SHELLY DAVIES-CONLEY LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $190 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 9:00AM - 12:00PM JUL 13 - JUL 17 #97708 M-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM AUG 10 - AUG 14 #97709 WEARABLE WONDERS Age: 6Y-10Y Turn everyday items into unique works of art in this hands-on, style-filled camp. Design your own tie dyed t-shirt, silkscreen a stylish tote bag, and craft colorful beads to make personalized necklaces and bracelets. Create pieces you’ll love to wear and share! What to Bring: A solid white or light-colored cotton

LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $430 | SESSIONS: 10 M-F 9:00AM - 4:00PM POTTERY FOR YOUTH Age: 11Y-15Y

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In this five-day ceramics camp, try your hand at throwing on a wheel. Experiment and have fun with this messy artistic challenge. Learn how to wedge clay, center it, and shape a clay cylinder. Students will be encouraged to focus on shape and technique development and only glaze fire their best work. Students will be encouraged to focus on shape and technique development and only glaze and fire their best work. Work will be available for pick up two weeks after the last day of camp.

t-shirt to transform into your masterpiece. INSTRUCTOR: SHELLY DAVIES-CONLEY

LOCATION: ACT ART CENTRE FEE: $160 | SESSIONS: 4 TU-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM FEE: $190 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM

INSTRUCTOR: TAMMI VILCHIS LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $215 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM

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POTTERY WHEEL BONANZA Age: 11Y-15Y Take a spin on the wheel in this wheel throwing camp for older students. This class is suitable for both beginners and for returning pottery enthusiasts. Students will be encouraged to focus on shape and technique development and only fire their best work. Accessibility wheel available for those 12 and up, please email ArtsPrograms@MapleRidge.ca with your interest. Work will be available for pick up two weeks after the last day of camp.

FULL WEEK - YOUTH

INSTRUCTOR: ERIN LARSEN LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $190 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM

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SEND-IT ADVENTURE SERIES Age: 11Y-15Y

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A fun and active day camp packed with a variety of local out-trips daily, and both outdoor adventures and indoor activities. Participants will take part in out-trips to explore local parks, beaches and community spots across Greater Vancouver, enjoy outdoor games and nature-based activities, and build confidence through teamwork and new experiences. Participants can look forward to a fun week filled with out-trips, activities and connections in a safe

SOMETHING DIFFERENT EACH DAY Age: 6Y-10Y Join Ms. Shelly in this action-packed camp full of art ideas. Each day you will explore a different artist or a different approach to art making. Get ready for this fun filled week of creating! All supplies are included. INSTRUCTOR: SHELLY DAVIES-CONLEY

INSTRUCTOR: TAMMI VILCHIS LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $215 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM

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environment with friends. INSTRUCTOR: YOUTH STAFF LOCATION: GREG MOORE YOUTH CENTRE FEE: $325 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 9:00AM - 4:00PM

LOCATION: ACT ARTS CENTRE FEE: $190 | SESSIONS: 5 M-F 1:00PM - 4:00PM

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M-F 9:00AM - 4:00PM

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