The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is hosting a series of day camps for children this summer. Camp themes range from music and cooking to dance, make believe and adventure. All the camps listed below will take place at the Nigra Arts Center at 2736 State Highway 30. Members of the center receive a discount on all fees. For more information and to register for any of the camps, call (518) 661-9932 or visit pncreativeartscenter.org.

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Rock & Roll Kid Camp - Session One

July 5-7

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages 5-15

Cost: $130 pre-registration | $150 at door

Back by popular demand, music instructor Tom Simek is ready to teach kids to rock! Campers will enjoy three days of fun-filled music education. They’ll learn not only about songwriting, but also how to create a music video. On the last day of camp, they will perform for friends and family. Campers should bring their own lunch, snack and water bottle each day. Refrigeration is available.

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Kid Cooking Camp

July 11-13

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Ages 6-12

Cost: $130 pre-registration | $150 at door

Our popular culinary camp is back with more tasty treats for children to make and eat! Campers will keep mighty busy in our professional teaching kitchen as our chef instructors teach them to make three gourmet lunches. Kids will also make fun food-related art projects to take home. Campers should bring a water bottle each day.

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Caroga Lake Music Festival Camp

July 24-26
2-4 p.m.
All ages welcome

Cost: $100 pre-registration | $120 at door

This camp is a three-day workshop and educational/performance program open to musicians of all ages and abilities, from children to adults and from beginners to experienced performers. The program is directed by Kyle Barrett Price and faculty from the Caroga Lake Music Festival (CLMF). Campers will play with fellow participants and take part in a unique music-making experience in small and large groups organized to each person's age and ability level. Additionally, the camp will include lessons, classes and close tutoring with the world-renowned faculty musicians of CLMF. The three days will conclude with a final celebration concert showcase.

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Rock & Roll Kid Camp - Session Two

August 1-3

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages 5-15

Cost: $130 pre-registration | $150 at door

Tom Simek is back with more rock & roll fun! Campers will have the time of their lives as they make sensational sounds and learn skills from songwriting to video production! On the last day of camp, family and friends will be treated to a live performance from our rock & roll campers. Kids should bring their own lunch, snack and water bottle each day. Refrigeration is available.

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Adirondack Adventure Camp

August 8-10

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages 5-15

Cost: $130 pre-registration | $150 at door

For this camp, children should prepare to head outside and embrace nature in all of her glory! Activities will range from scavenger hunts to art projects with an outdoor theme. Campers should bring their own lunch, snack and water bottle each day. Refrigeration is available.

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Living Storybook Camp

August 15-17

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages 5-10

Cost: $90 pre-registration | $110 at door

This storytelling experience puts campers in control of the story! Children will use their imaginations as they work with counselors on characters, story, setting and even costumes. At the end of camp, children will become the storybook in a special video parents will be able to share with the world! Campers should bring their own lunch, snack and water bottle each day. Refrigeration is available.

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Little Feet Dance Camp

August 21-23

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages 6-13

Cost: $130 pre-registration | $150 at door | $50 for individual day

This camp, directed by Gretchen Salvione, owner and operator of The Dance Company, is for dancers ages 6 to 13. In addition to learning cool ballet, jazz, lyrical and hip hop moves, children will make props and costumes and perform for loved ones and friends on the last day of camp. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to dancers who have some training but want to spruce up their technique. Campers should bring their own lunch, snack and water bottle each day. Refrigeration is available.