beat the blahs: check out these local winter camps and drop-off programs!

Staying in town for the holidays and wondering what to do with the kiddos? How about a day of ‘camp?’ Several local businesses are offering Day Off or Winter Camp activities. Here’s a round-up of what we’ve found!

Kids Night Out at the Park
Drop off the kids for a few hours while you shop. Children can make wonderful nature crafts, look for night time creatures, make ice cream sundaes and participate in holiday activities. Registration is limited, sign up early. Children ages 6-10 are invited to the Park on December 20th from 6-9pm. Registration is required Please call 410-887-4156 to reserve your spot. Cost is $10 per child. MORE INFO

Kiddie Crusoe Winter Camp
Have a potty-trained kiddo (under the age of 9)? They might LOVE winter camp at Kiddie Crusoe! December 26th is superhero day, December 27th is pirate day, December 28th is Sports/AGD day and December 31st is their Rocking New Year’s Eve Party. All camps run from 1 PM – 4 PM. You have until midnight on December 19, 2012 to enter. We’ll announce the winner on December 20th. $30/day.  Email adventures@kiddiecrusoe.com to register. MORE INFO

Winter Wonderland Day-Off Camp at Irvine Nature Center
Celebrate the winter season (and being off school!) by making recycled crafts and winter treats, strolling in the woods, and meeting cold weather-friendly animals. Children should wear nature-friendly clothing and bring a lunch. Ages 6-10. After care available until 6 p.m. for additional fee. December 26th. MORE INFO

Winter Break Camp at Charm City Kids Club
Drop your child off for some fun at CCKC! Music, art, cooking, yoga, games and more.  Open to children ages 3 and up, but must be potty trained and bathroom independent.  9:45 am- 12:30 pm or 1 pm-3:45 pm.  $40 nonmembers/$36 members.  Must RSVP ahead of time to info@charmcitykidsclub.com. Runs December 26, 27 and 28. MORE INFO

Get Your Art on at The Painting Workshop
Your kiddos can get their art on this winter break! Winter Break Art Camp in Mt. Washington and Reisterstown. Dates are Wednesday, 12/19 through Friday 1/4. Cost is $40 for 9-1, and $50 for 9-3 (daily). MORE INFO

Winter Break at Coppermine Fieldhouse
Join Coppermine for Summer Camp — in the winter!  Movement Education, Tumbling & Gymnastics, Creative Kids, Sports & Agility, Inflatable Bounce Slide, Adventure Hikes, Games & Activities, Team Challenges and MORE! Camp options for kids 3-11. Camp Dates: December 21st, 24th*, 26th, 27th, 28th, 31st*  &  January 2nd (* December 24th & 31st are half day only.) $55 (half-day) to $79 (full day). MORE INFO

FREE Winter Break Art Fun at The Walters Art Museum
Come in out of the cold and make some art with The Walters! Join themfor special ArtCart appearances and winter inspired art activities all week long. No registration is required for these free activities. Drop-in, make and take a fantastic piece of art home with you! Join museum educators as they help families create artful projects related to the collection, special exhibitions, and the winter season. Visit often to participate in a different project each day! December 21st – January 1st, 10 AM – 3 PM. MORE INFO

Bounce at Ultimate Play Zone Winter Break Drop-Off
Avoid a melt-down with one of Ultimate Play Zone’s drop-off sessions. Children can play in our supervised play area, blow off steam and get some exercise. Each day will include a different craft, games and a snack. Drop off sessions are for children ages 4-9. Dates are: December 26th, 27th and 28th. The sessions run from 1:00-4:00 cost is $30 per child per session. Reservations are strongly suggested. MORE INFO

Schools Out! Snakes, Skulls and Southwestern Food!
Shake off that cabin fever and get out of the house! Come to Cylburn and learn about snakes and investigate a live one! Look at skulls and learn about the animals that they come from; make lunch and enjoy it with friends! December 27th from 9:30 AM – 2 PM. Ages 6-11. $45 MORE INFO

Abrakadoodle Art Camp
A fun-filled experience for kids 4-6 & 7-10. This is the perfect opportunity for your youngster to create exciting Art and crafts( and for you to take a perfect mini-vacation from the holidays.) Your artists will create several take home projects, enjoy treats, music and have a blast! Space is limited. Pack a beverage and snack! December 27th and 28th. 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. $30/Day MORE INFO

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