Cooking Camps

Hands shaping dough on a floured wooden surface, with a dough scraper and banneton nearby.

All About that Dough Camp

Roll into fun- From Sweet Cinnamon Rolls to Savory Breads! Love overnight bread or want to know how to make quick rolls for dinner? Over the course of the week, we will get rolling with making cinnamon rolls, soft rolls, pita bread and pretzels. Last day of class culminates with a pizza party!

Ages: 9-12
Mon - Fri | 7/20 - 7/24 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 8/3 - 8/7 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Healthy Eating Camp

Eating delicious meals just got healthier! Over the course of the week, young cooks will learn about the best way to construct healthy treat. In this class, we will have fun making easy meals like muffins, fresh pasta, low ingredient sauces and smoothies. They will also learn the best way to construct a healthy snack using fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, and crackers.

Ages: 9-12
Mon - Fri | 7/20 - 7/24 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 8/3 - 8/7 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hogwarts Sweet Spells & Creations Camp

Calling all Hogwarts hopefuls! This enchanting camp invites young wizards to don their house colors and step into a magical kitchen where baking is the main spell. Campers will mix, measure, and bake their way through spellbinding desserts, transforming simple ingredients into wizard-worthy treats inspired by the magical world. Along the way, they’ll also create magical keepsakes and take part in friendly house challenges that test teamwork and creativity.

Ages: 6-12
Mon - Fri | 7/13 - 7/17 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 7/13 - 7/17 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Four kids at a table selling ocean brownies, ice cream cake pops, floatie cookies, and cupcakes at a "Summer Sweets" stand.

Petite Bakery Camp

The petite bakery camp is a fun-filled delicious adventure! The bakers will start off with naming their bakery, designing the look, and choosing their themed treats. During the week, bakers will learn how to bake and decorate cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, and brownies!

Ages: 6-12 Morning Option
Mon - Fri | 6/15 - 6/19 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 7/6 - 7/10 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 7/27 - 7/31 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ages: 6-12 Afternoon Option
Mon - Fri | 6/15 - 6/19 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 7/6 - 7/10 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 7/27 - 7/31 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Ages: 6-12 Intermediate Level
Mon - Fri | 6/22 - 6/26 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 6/22 - 6/26 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Two cheerful children in chef hats are having fun in a kitchen, playing with flour while baking. Joyful and messy moments!

Tiny Bakers Workshop

Let them eat cake! In this camp, bakers will make delicious cakes and cookies. Then campers will learn to decorate the treats with buttercream they make in class with different types of piping tips, spatulas, sprinkles, edible glitter and more. Each day campers will be able to try their creations and take them home for family members.

Ages: 5-9
Mon - Fri | 6/8 - 6/12 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 6/29 - 7/3 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ages: 9-12
Mon - Fri | 6/8 - 6/12 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon - Fri | 6/29 - 7/3 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Four children in fun costumes: an astronaut, a pilot, a pirate, and a firefighter, smiling and posing outdoors.

Toddler Summer Camps

Our Toddler Summer Camps for children ages 3-5, are led by our amazing, dedicated toddler staff and take place in our specially curated toddler classroom at the Dorothy F. Johnson Center. Each camp is filled with exciting activities tailored to fun themes from cooking to sports to science. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience for your toddler!

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Youth Scholarship Programs

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Refund & Credit Policy

Refunds or account credits for program cancellations are determined based on the timing of the request.