Get artsy this fall with these options:

*Allied Arts of Yakima Valley, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-966-0930. alliedartsyakima.org

Mommy and Me Art Class. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from Sept. 20 to Oct. 6, Oct. 18-26, Nov. 1-22, and Nov. 29-Dec. 15. Moms can enjoy art class with a pre-kinder child. Moms are required to stay on site, and they can sit and socialize with other moms. Cost: $10 for members per session/$12 for non-members per session; $210/$252 for entire series (two free classes with series).

Special Needs Art Class. 3:45-5:15 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14 & Dec. 12. Cost: $20 per session for members, $25 per session for non-members; $60/$75 for series (one free session with series).
Homeschool Art Class. 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesdays, Sept, 28-Nov. 16, and Nov. 30-Dec. 14. From elementary to high school courses. Art history and art creation. Cost: $20 per session for members, $25 per session for non-members; $200/$250 for entire series (2 free sessions for series).

• Hands on Art, 5603 Summitview, Yakima; 509-966-4248. Call for classes and schedules. hands-on-art.com

• Red Art Studio & Sunflower Studio, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766. Classes start Oct. 3.

Teen Art Studio. 3:30-5:30 p.m. For ages 10 and up. 4 weekly classes.

Kids’ Clay Studio. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. For ages 6 and up. 4 weekly classes.

Itty Bitty Art. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For ages 0-5; drop-in classes.

Kids’ Open Art Studio. 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. All ages drop-in classes.

Also…

Laurie Kanyer to teach parenting classes at First Pres
A series of parenting classes will be offered to the community this fall at First Presbyterian Church.

Laurie Kanyer, who has authored several parenting books and has years of experience teaching classes on parenting, will lead “Parenting with Love and Limits” at 11 a.m. each Sunday from Sept. 25 to Nov. 20, with a break on Oct. 16. (See our daily calendar for weekly topics.)

The goal is to teach parents how to develop skills that encourage positive behavior, help them gain insight and improve family organization, which can reduce family stress and give parents a greater understanding of childhood development.

Childcare is provided for each class, and kids are permitted to gather in the gym.

For more information, visit First Presbyterian Church, located at 9 S. Eighth Ave. in Yakima, or call the church at 509-248-7940.

And…Summer’s over…time for Fall Sports!

SOCCER

Itty Bitty Soccer. 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 27-Oct. 17. For boys and girls ages 3-4. Learn the fundamentals of soccer. Cost: $48 non-resident, $40 resident. T-shirt and ball included. Located at Gateway Sports Complex at Kiwanis Park. Yakima Parks and Rec: 509-575-6020.

PeeWee Soccer. 6-7:15 Thursdays, Sept. 29-Oct. 20. For boys and girls ages 5-6. Fundamentals of soccer taught, and kids can improve on basics. Located at Gateway Sports Complex at Kiwanis Park. Cost: $48 non-resident, $40 resident. Yakima Parks and Rec: 509-575-6020.

BASKETBALL

Little Dribblers. 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 7-Dec. 12. For boys and girls ages 4-6. Learn the basics of basketball with group exercises and games. Registration: Oct. 3-Nov. 2. Cost: $32/$42/$52, depending on residency. Sunset Gym, Selah; register with Selah Parks and Recreation, 216 S. First St., Selah; 509-698-7300.

Many camps are available during the summer. Check out Vacation Bible Schools here, and visit this page regularly for updates! For sports, head here.

Red Art Studios

Art and Science Day Camps. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesday-Friday from June 21-July 22. For ages 5 and up. Cost: $65 per week; pre-registration required. Red Art Studios, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd. Call 509-469-2766, or email redgalleryyakima@yahoo.com.

• Week 1: June 21-24. “Pop Art and Popcorn.” Students will use different printing techniques to create an original piece of Pop Art while learning about density, mass, and combustion.
• Week 2: June 28-July 1. “Kinetic Sculpture.” Students will create a unique kinetic sculpture, like the sculptures and mobiles of Alexander Calder, while learning about movement and balance.
• Week 3: July 5-8. “Rockets take 1.” Students will create an original mixed media galaxy and create rockets and launchers that will get them there.
• Week 4: July 12-15. “Rockets take 2.” Students will explore space even more while designing and building simple rockets and space stations.
• Week 5: July 19-22. “Painting with Plants.” Students will create paints from plants, fruits and vegetables and then use them to create original art pieces.

Summer Saturday Workshops at Red Art Studios. For kids and adults. Cost: $20 per participant, per workshop. Adults are welcome without kids, but kids must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration and payment required. Space is limited to 10.

• July 30: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. “Mosaic Stepping Stones.” Create unique art for your garden with recycled glass, tiles and old china. All materials are provided. You may bring old plates, tiles or other embellishments.
• August 6: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. “Handmade Paper.” Using junk mail, scraps, plants and more, create original pieces of paper to use as wall art or stationery. Materials provided, but you can bring in other materials.
• August 13: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. “Monster Mash.” Make a one-of-a-kind monster stuffy using fun fabrics, stuffing, string and more. All materials are provided, but you are encouraged to bring fun fabric scraps, monster drawings, and trinkets.
• August 20: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. “Magic Weaving.” Learn to weave a purse, scarf, belt and more using items you find around your house for looms. All materials are provided, but you can bring along other materials.

Sunflower Art Studio

Summer with Art (Teen Art Camp). 1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday June 20-August 25. Ages 10 and up. Cost: $65 per week. Sunflower Art Studios, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd. Call 509-469-2766.

• June 20-23: “Basic Drawing”
• June 27-30: “Still Life Drawing”
• July 4-7: “Color Study”
• July 11-14: “Watercolor Paint”
• July 18-21: “3D Art”
• July 25-28: “3D Art”
• Aug. 1-4: “Basic Drawing”
• Aug. 8-11: “Still Life Drawing”
• Aug. 15-18: “Color Study”
• Aug. 22-25: “Acrylic Paint”

Drop-in Open Art Class: 4-5:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. Cost: $12 to drop-in; $40 if prepaid for 4.

Clay Class: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 4-week class for ages 6 and up. Cost: $85 pre-registration required.

Summer with Books and Art. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Monday-Thursday July 25-Aug. 25. Participants may use crayon, colored pencil, marker, water, color paint, tempera paint, colored paper, yarn, wires, papier-mâché and found objects. Ages 6 and up. Cost: $65 per week.

• July 25-28: “The Little Prince.” Create a planet to care for like the Little Prince.
• Aug. 1-4: “Hope for the Flowers.” Study caterpillars and butterflies and make butterfly wings.
• Aug. 8-11: “The Giving Tree.” Study trees and make your own Giving Tree.
• Aug. 15-18: “The Lorax.” Make your own Truffula Tree and talk with the Lorax.
• Aug. 22-25: “Where the Wild Things Are.” Meet the Wild Things and roar with them.

Hands on Art. Drop-in studio for painting ceramics, making mosaics and decorating T-shirts. Prices vary. Call for schedule of events. Hands on Art, 5603 Summitview Ave., Yakima; hands-on-art.com; 509-966-4248.

Allied Arts

The ArtsVan returns June 20-July 29! Here is the schedule:

Mondays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Franklin Park, 2101 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 1-3 p.m. at Miller Park, N. 4^th and “E” streets, Yakima.

Tuesdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Randall Park, between 44^th & 48^th avenues, south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 1-3 p.m. at Southeast Community Center, S. 8^th St. & Arlington, Yakima.

Wednesdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Kissel Park, S. 32^nd Ave. & Mead, Yakima; 1-3 p.m. Tieton Park, Tieton Ave. & Elm St., Tieton.

Thursdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Chesterley Park, N. 40^th Ave. & River Rd., Yakima; 1-3 p.m. Milroy Park, N. 16^th Ave. & Lincoln, Yakima.

Fridays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Toppenish Railroad Park, Asotin Ave. & E. Toppenish Ave., Toppenish; 1-3 p.m. Wapato Lions Park, adjacent to Wapato Middle School, Wapato.

ArtsVan Family Nights will take place 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 7-Aug. 11 at Franklin Park.

Art camps and classes

• June 20-24: Stage Combat camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 8-12. Cost: $50 members, $55 non-members.
• June 27-30: Makeup Effects camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 10-14. Cost: $50 members, $55 non-members.
• July 5-8: Where Will Your Imagination Take you? camp. 9:30-12 p.m. Ages 6-8. Cost: $80 members, $105 non-members.
• July 11-15: Become a Knight camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 7-11. Cost: $100 members, $125 non-members.
• July 11-15: Princess for a Week camp. 1-3:30 p.m. Ages 7-11. Cost: $100 members, $125 non-members.
• July 18-22: Improv camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 7-12. Cost: $50 members, $55 non-members.
• July 18-22: Robot Riot camp. 1-3:30 p.m. Ages 7-11. Cost: $100 members, $125 non-members.
• July 25-29: Our Animal Parade camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. For kids with special needs, ages 5-11. Cost: $100 members, $125 non-members.
• July 25-29: Our Outdoor Art Festival camp. 1-3:30 p.m. For teens with special needs, ages 12-19. Cost: $100 members, $125 non-members.
• Aug. 1-5: Acting for Film, TV, and Radio camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 12-18. Cost: $50 members, $55 non-members.
• Aug. 8-12 & Aug. 15-19: Shakespeare for Elementary/Middle School students camp. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. $125 members, $150 non-members.
• Aug. 8-12 & Aug. 15-19: Shakespeare for High School students camp. 1-3:30 p.m.  $125 members, $150 non-members.

Outdoor Summer Cinema

With such nice weather, many people don’t want to be shut inside watching a movie. Allied Art’s Outdoor Summer Cinema, sponsored by Yakima Parks and Rec, brings two elements of summer fun together: nice weather and fun flicks. Get ready to cuddle up with your family to enjoy these titles on the giant inflatable screen.

While each program is free, your family’s ticket to admission is a non-perishable food donation for Northwest Harvest. Each movie begins at sunset, usually at 8:30 p.m. Allied Arts of Yakima Valley, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-966-0930.

Here’s the lineup for 2011:

July 17: Yogi Bear (PG) at Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.

July 22: Shrek Forever After (PG) at Randall Park, between 44^th and 48^th avenues, south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

July 24: Megamind (PG) at Gilbert Park.

July 29: Jumanji (PG) at Randall Park.

July 31: Twilight – Eclipse (PG-13) at Gilbert Park.

Aug. 6: The Karate Kid (PG) at Sarg Hubbard Park, Yakima Greenway. Martial arts demo takes place before the movie starts.

Aug. 7: The Last Song (PG) at Gilbert Park.

Aug. 12: Secretariat (PG) at Randall Park.

Aug. 13: Dive’n Movie: Finding Nemo (G) at Franklin Pool, 2101 Tieton Drive, Yakima. Free movie with pool admission price.

Aug. 14: Toy Story 3 (G) at Gilbert Park.

EISENHOWER SUMMER DRAMA CAMP. 9 a.m. to noon. Week-long camp, runs June 13-17. For children ages 6-13; two groups by age. Campers will learn acting, dancing, singing, improvisation, props, and costuming all in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Cost: $68, which includes a daily snack and one T-shirt. Campers will perform at 11:30 a.m. June 17. Little Ike Theater, 702 S. 40^th Ave., Yakima; call Stephanie Wilson at 833-7676 for registration information.

NATURE CAMP. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. Week-long camp. Focus on natural history of the Yakima area and the use of native plants for food, shelter, medicine, clothing, art and music. Three sessions offered: June 13-17 for ages 8-10; June 27-July 1 for ages 9-11; and July 11-15 for ages 8-10. Cost: $135; $130 for Yakima Area Arboretum members. Fees include a T-shirt, water bottle and daily snacks. Yakima Area Arboretum, 1401 Arboretum Drive, Yakima; 509-248-7337. ahtrees.org

Check back regularly for updates!

June 19-23: Wiley Heights Covenant Church | 12504 Gilbert Road, Yakima; wileyheightscovenant.org; Sherrin Melcher, 966-2383. “Narnia: Through the Wardrobe.” Meets 6:30-8:30 p.m.. Kindergarten-sixth grade. Free; daily offering encouraged.

June 20-24: Central Lutheran Church | 1604 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima; clcyakima.org; Nathan, 575-6490. “Splish Splash!” Meets 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 3 years through sixth grade; pre-registration strongly encouraged for preschoolers due to limited space. Cost: $10 before June 6; $15 after June 6.

June 20-24: First Presbyterian Church | 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima; fpcyakima.com; Susie Woodin, 248-7940. “Pandamania!: Where God Is Wild About You.” Meets 8:45 a.m. to noon. Four years-fifth grade. Cost: $25 per child; $30 after June 13. $20 for new families. Free childcare and 3-year-old class provided for all VBS volunteers.

June 20-24: Mountainview Christian Fellowship  | 7105 Alpine Way (corner of 72^nd and Summitview avenues), Yakima; yakimafmc.org; contact Tabitha Darwood at 972-3723. “PandaMania!: Where God Is Wild About You.” 6-8 p.m. Children age 3-up to fifth grade. Younger children should be toilet-trained. Free.

June 20-24: Selah Covenant Church | 560 McGonagle Road, Selah; selahcov.com; Jewell Nelson, 697-4095. “Hometown Nazareth: Where Jesus Was a Kid.” Meets 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 4-11 years. Cost: Free. Registration deadline is June 20.

June 20-24:Westminster Presbyterian Church | 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westpress.org; Lisa Willey, 966-1900. “Summer Adventure Day Camp.” Meets 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays June 20-Aug. 19; sign up for one week or more. Two age groups: Kindergarten-first grade and second-fifth grade. Cost: $30 weekly for first child, add $20 for each sibling; $10 registration fee includes a T-shirt.

June 20-24: West Side Church  | 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westsidechurch.info; 965-2800. West Side Soccer Camp. 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m. A camp to help kids learn soccer skills and receive Bible messages. For kids who have completed Kindergarten and through fifth grade. Cost: $70 if registered by June 5; $80 after June 5. Fee includes a T-shirt.

June 26-30: Christ Lutheran Church | 5606 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; christlutheranyakima.com; Lori Murphy, 895-9037. “SonSurf Beach Bash VBS.” Meets 5-8 p.m., beginning with a light dinner. Preschool-sixth grade. Cost: Free.

June 26-30: Christian Life Center | 716 N. 40^th Ave., Yakima; 248-2015; myclc.tv. “Hometown Nazareth: Where Jesus Was a Kid.” 7 p.m. Featuring the Heavenly Hands Puppet Team.

June 26-30: Shiloh Christian Center | 113 N. Pierce Ave., Yakima; call Patty at 594-7111. “Faith Mountain.” 6-8:15 p.m. Ages 3-6^th grade. Free, but offering collected.

June 27-July 1: Holy Family Activities Center  | 5313 Tieton Drive, Yakima (corner of 56^th and Chestnut avenues); 966-0788. “Jonah and the Whale.” 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-fifth grade. Cost: $10, which includes lunch and one barbeque at the end of the week. Recommended registration date: June 15.

July 11-15: Mount Olive Lutheran Church | 7809 Tieton Drive, Yakima; mountoliveyakima.org; 966-2190. “Splish Splash!” 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Kindergarten-sixth grade; kindergarteners are done at noon. Free. Lunch provided.

July 31-Aug 4: Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church | 10203 W. Tieton Drive, Yakima; redeemeryakima.org; 248-6919. “One-of-a-Kind Zoo.” 5:30-8 p.m. Supper is from 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by singing, lessons and crafts from 6:30-8 p.m. Free.

Aug. 1-4: Westpark Church and Academy  | 3902 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 966-1632; diversityexcels.org. “PandaMania!: Where God Is Wild About You.” 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-10. $10 donation.

Aug. 1-5: Sun Valley Church | 2002 E. Mead Ave., Yakima; 965-6800; sunvalleychurch.net. Vacation Bible School. 9-11:30 a.m. Kids entering Kindergarten-fifth grade. Cost: $5 per family.

Aug. 2-4: Memorial Bible Church  | 111 Old Stage Way, Yakima; contact Chris Kinman at 966-6500; mbcyakima.com. “The Mega Sports Camp: The Great Comeback.” 6-9 p.m. First-sixth graders. Focus on basketball and cheerleading. Cost: $40 per person.

Aug. 8-12: Zillah Church of the Nazarene | 203 Miles Drive, Zillah; zillahnazarene.org; Sarah Friedrich, 829-5338. “Pandamania.” Meets at 6 p.m. Four years-sixth grade. Cost: Free.

Check back regularly for updates!

June 19-23: Wiley Heights Covenant Church | 12504 Gilbert Road, Yakima; wileyheightscovenant.org; Sherrin Melcher, 966-2383. “Narnia: Through the Wardrobe.” Meets 6:30-8:30 p.m.. Kindergarten-sixth grade. Free; daily offering encouraged.

June 20-24: Central Lutheran Church | 1604 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima; clcyakima.org; Nathan, 575-6490. “Splish Splash!” Meets 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 3 years through sixth grade; pre-registration strongly encouraged for preschoolers due to limited space. Cost: $10 before June 6; $15 after June 6.

June 20-24: First Presbyterian Church | 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima; fpcyakima.com; Susie Woodin, 248-7940. “Pandamania!: Where God Is Wild About You.” Meets 8:45 a.m. to noon. Four years-fifth grade. Cost: $25 per child; $30 after June 13. $20 for new families. Free childcare and 3-year-old class provided for all VBS volunteers.

June 20-24: Mountainview Christian Fellowship  | 7105 Alpine Way (corner of 72^nd and Summitview avenues), Yakima; yakimafmc.org; contact Tabitha Darwood at 972-3723. “PandaMania!: Where God Is Wild About You.” 6-8 p.m. Children age 3-up to fifth grade. Younger children should be toilet-trained. Free.

June 20-24: Selah Covenant Church | 560 McGonagle Road, Selah; selahcov.com; Jewell Nelson, 697-4095. “Hometown Nazareth: Where Jesus Was a Kid.” Meets 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 4-11 years. Cost: Free. Registration deadline is June 20.

June 20-24:Westminster Presbyterian Church | 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westpress.org; Lisa Willey, 966-1900. “Summer Adventure Day Camp.” Meets 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays June 20-Aug. 19; sign up for one week or more. Two age groups: Kindergarten-first grade and second-fifth grade. Cost: $30 weekly for first child, add $20 for each sibling; $10 registration fee includes a T-shirt.

June 20-24: West Side Church  | 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westsidechurch.info; 965-2800. West Side Soccer Camp. 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m. A camp to help kids learn soccer skills and receive Bible messages. For kids who have completed Kindergarten and through fifth grade. Cost: $70 if registered by June 5; $80 after June 5. Fee includes a T-shirt.

June 26-30: Christ Lutheran Church | 5606 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; christlutheranyakima.com; Lori Murphy, 895-9037. “SonSurf Beach Bash VBS.” Meets 5-8 p.m., beginning with a light dinner. Preschool-sixth grade. Cost: Free.

June 26-30: Christian Life Center | 716 N. 40^th Ave., Yakima; 248-2015; myclc.tv. “Hometown Nazareth: Where Jesus Was a Kid.” 7 p.m. Featuring the Heavenly Hands Puppet Team.

June 26-30: Shiloh Christian Center | 113 N. Pierce Ave., Yakima; call Patty at 594-7111. “Faith Mountain.” 6-8:15 p.m. Ages 3-6^th grade. Free, but offering collected.

June 27-July 1: Holy Family Activities Center  | 5313 Tieton Drive, Yakima (corner of 56^th and Chestnut avenues); 966-0788. “Jonah and the Whale.” 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-fifth grade. Cost: $10, which includes lunch and one barbeque at the end of the week. Recommended registration date: June 15.

July 11-15: Mount Olive Lutheran Church | 7809 Tieton Drive, Yakima; mountoliveyakima.org; 966-2190. “Splish Splash!” 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Kindergarten-sixth grade; kindergarteners are done at noon. Free. Lunch provided.

July 31-Aug 4: Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church | 10203 W. Tieton Drive, Yakima; redeemeryakima.org; 248-6919. “One-of-a-Kind Zoo.” 5:30-8 p.m. Supper is from 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by singing, lessons and crafts from 6:30-8 p.m. Free.

Aug. 1-4: Westpark Church and Academy  | 3902 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 966-1632; diversityexcels.org. “PandaMania!: Where God Is Wild About You.” 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-10. $10 donation.

Aug. 1-5: Sun Valley Church | 2002 E. Mead Ave., Yakima; 965-6800; sunvalleychurch.net. Vacation Bible School. 9-11:30 a.m. Kids entering Kindergarten-fifth grade. Cost: $5 per family.

Aug. 2-4: Memorial Bible Church  | 111 Old Stage Way, Yakima; contact Chris Kinman at 966-6500; mbcyakima.com. “The Mega Sports Camp: The Great Comeback.” 6-9 p.m. First-sixth graders. Focus on basketball and cheerleading. Cost: $40 per person.

Aug. 8-12: Zillah Church of the Nazarene | 203 Miles Drive, Zillah; zillahnazarene.org; Sarah Friedrich, 829-5338. “Pandamania.” Meets at 6 p.m. Four years-sixth grade. Cost: Free.

Aug. 8-12: Tieton Drive Bible Chapel | 4305 Tieton Drive, Yakima. “Amazing Science and Wonders.” Meets from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bible teaching, hands-on experiments, singing, activities, food and fun. Lunch provided. For ages 5-12.

Half-day and full-day camps will each be offered for two sessions: Aug. 2-6 and Aug. 16-20. Register at least 10 days prior to camp.

UK Classic Camp will meet from 9 a.m. to noon. Open to players ages 4-14. Cost is $100.

UK Classic Camp Full Day will meet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 2-6. Open to players ages 8-14. Cost is $150.

All camps will meet at the Perry Soccer Complex, 2011 W. Washington Ave., Yakima.

To register, or for more information, visit www.uksocca.com.

ART & SCIENCE DAY CAMP | Ages 6 and up. Science experiments and art projects. Meets 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. New sessions begin weekly, June 21-Aug. 16. Cost: $65; advance registration required. Red Art Studios, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; redgalleryyakima.com; 509-469-2766.

TREK ‘N’ TRAVEL TROLLEY | Youth ages 8-12 can hike, swim and explore the state with daytrips offered through Yakima Parks. Sessions meet 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Three sessions: June 21-25, July 12-16 and Aug. 9-13. Cost: $115-$137, depending on residency. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

FREE SUMMER PLAYGROUNDS | Yakima Parks and Recreation staff offers games, crafts and trips to the pool through this free program for ages 5-12. Offered 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays June 14-July 29 (except July 5) at Kissel Park, S. 32nd Avenue and Mead, and Southeast Community Center Park, S. Eighth Street and Arlington. Register on first day. Call Kim Lopez at Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

SALVATION ARMY SUMMER DAY CAMP | Enjoy supervised activities in the park at this free day camp for kids entering grades 1-5. Meets 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, June 14-July 29, at Milroy Park, corner of 16th and Summitview avenues, Yakima. Free, includes morning snack and lunch (served to anybody under 18). Call in advance to register, beginning June 1. Salvation Army, 453-3139.

ORCHESTRA CAMP | Middle school students with at least one year playing experience. Learn new music and play different styles, led by Christy Baisinger. June 14-18 and 21-25. Intermediate group meets 8:15-10:15 a.m. Advanced group meets 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Concert on final day. Cost: $150; bring your own instrument. Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; alliedartsyakima.org; 966-0930.

IKE SUMMER DRAMA CAMP | Students entering grades 3-8 can learn acting, dancing, singing, improvisation, set design and costuming. Meets from 9 a.m. to noon June 14-18 in the Ike Little Theatre at Eisenhower High School. A performance for parents and friends will be at 11:30 a.m. June 18. Cost: $65, includes a T-shirt and daily snack. Call 833-7676 to register; space is limited.

SUMMER STORYBOOK BALLET | 11th Avenue Ballet School, 1014 S. 11th Ave., Yakima; Noël Manderville, 457-6791. Register online at brownpapertickets.com/event/108187.
Imaginitive pre-ballet dance classes for ages 3-7 with snack and craft related to weekly theme. Four sessions offered:
June 21-24: “The Little Mermaid.” Qualities of weight, tempo and energy.
July 6-9: “Hawaiian Adventure.” Rhythm, fire dance and the language of hula.
July 19-22: “Ballerina Bunny.” Classical pre-ballet with a traditional Swedish Maypole Dance.
Aug. 2-5: “Le Corsair,” a classical ballet of pirates, high seas and adventure.
Classes meet Monday-Thursday, except Tuesday-Friday the week of July 6. Ages 3-4 meet 9-11 a.m. Ages 4-5 meet 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Ages 6-7 meet 1:3-3:30 p.m. Cost: $85 per session, or $272 for all four.

COMOTION DANCE CAMPS | CoMotion Dance Center for the Arts, Westpark Plaza at 40th and Summitview, Yakima; 966-0676.
Summer classes and day camps for ages 3 and up. Tap-ballet combo classes (and a class just for boys ages 5-10) meet once a week for nine weeks; cost is $94.
Theme camps for dancers ages 6-9 include Hannah Montana, Fairytopia and Princess Camp. Intermediate and advanced-level camps specialize in hip hop, jazz, tap, ballet or modern dance. Camps are $68 per week.

ARTS ENCOUNTER | 11th Avenue Ballet School, 1014 S. 11th Ave., Yakima; Noël Manderville, 457-6791.
Five-day workshop combines dance, music composition and art. Meets June 14-18. “Toad is the Uncle of Heaven,” based on Vietnamese folklore. Ages 5-6 meet 9:30-11:15 a.m.; ages 7-8 meet 12:30-2:15 p.m.; ages 9-12 meet 3-4:45 p.m. Combined performance at 6 p.m. June 18. Cost: $85.

SUMMER IN THE PARK | Enjoy games, crafts and other supervised activities at Selah’s Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St. Weekly themes. At 1 p.m., the pool opens next door.
DETAILS: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday, June 14-July 23. Ages 6-12. Cost: $48-$60, depending on residency; fee covers entire summer and includes a T-shirt. Scholarships available. Friday field trips available for extra fee. Register with Selah Parks and Recreation, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

Note that many camps will meet in the evening and the whole family is encouraged to join in the fun. Of course, there are lots of traditional day camps as well.

Whichever adventure you choose, there’s sure to be lots of songs, skits, prayer and praise at each of the following programs. Advance registration is always appreciated.

JUNE 13-17
Shiloh Christian Church | 112 N. Pierce Ave., Yakima; Patty, 248-4609. “High Seas Expedition.” Meets 6-8:15 p.m. Three years-sixth grade. Free; snacks provided.

Wiley Heights Covenant Church | 12504 Gilbert Road, Yakima; wileyheightscovenant.org; Sherrin Melcher, 966-2383 or 930-6227. “Going for Gold — Go for God.” Meets 6:30-8:30 p.m.; registration and free BBQ at 5:30 p.m. June 13. Kindergarten-sixth grade. Free; daily offering encouraged. Donations will be used to purchase bed nets to fight malaria in the African Congo.

JUNE 14-AUG. 19
Westminster Presbyterian Church | 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westpress.org; Lisa Willey, 966-1900. “Summer Adventure Day Camp.” Meets 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays June 14-Aug. 19, except July 5-8; sign up for one week or more. Kindergarten-fifth grade. Cost: $30 weekly for first child, add $20 for each sibling; $10 registration fee includes a T-shirt.

JUNE 20-24
Christ Lutheran Church | 5606 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; toolkit.thevbsplace.org/christlutheranyakima; Lori Murphy, 895-9037. “Baobab Blast.” Meets 5-8 p.m., beginning with a light dinner. Preschool-sixth grade. Cost: Free.

JUNE 21-25
Bible Baptist Church | Corner of Tibbling and Selah Loop Road, 2.5 miles north of the high school, Selah; selahbaptist.org; 697-8895. “I Love America.” Meets 7-8:30 p.m. Ages 5 years-seventh grade. Cost: Free. Bring pennies for the boys vs. girls offering competition.

First Presbyterian Church | 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima; fpcyakima.com; Kathy Eaton or Susie Woodin, 248-7940. “High Seas Expedition.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Four years-fifth grade. Cost: $20 until June 15; $30 late registration. Free childcare and 3-year-old class provided for all VBS volunteers.

Highland Community Church | VBS meeting at Tieton Square in downtown Tieton; hcc-cowiche.org; Nikki Keller, 673-2585. “SonQuest Rainforest.” Meets 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. June 21. Ages 3 1/2 (born before 12/31/06) to seventh grade. Cost: Free. Interdenominational.

Selah Covenant Church | 560 McGonagle Road, Selah; selahcov.com; Jewell Nelson, 697-4095. “Egypt: Joseph from Prison to Palace.” Meets 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 4-11 years. Cost: Free.

Terrace Heights Baptist Church | 619 S. 41st St., Yakima; thbcyak.com; 248-1684. “Saddle Ridge Ranch.” Meets 6:30-8:30 p.m., family dinner each night at 5:30 p.m. Whole family. Cost: Free. Online registration.

West Side Church | 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westsidechurch.info; Suzanne Dieker, 965-2800. “West Side Soccer Camp,” soccer day camp with Bible messages. Meets 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. First-fifth grade. Cost: $70 until June 6; $80 late registration.

JUNE 27-JULY 1
Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church | 10203 W. Tieton Drive, Yakima; redeemeryakima.org; 248-6919. “Let’s Build an Ark.” Meets 5:30-8 p.m. All-ages family program includes supper, devotion, lesson and crafts.

JUNE 28-JULY 2
Central Lutheran Church | 1604 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima; centrallutheranyakima.org; Nathan, 575-6490. “Imagine!,” theme based on Ephesians 3:20. Meets 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pre-kindergarten through sixth grade; pre-registration strongly encouraged for preschoolers due to limited space. Cost: $10 donation; snack and lunch served daily.

JULY 26-30
Mountainview Christian Fellowship | Corner of 72nd and Summitview avenues, Yakima; yakimafmc.org; 966-5422. “High Seas Expedition.” Meets 6-8 p.m. Three years-fifth grade.

St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church | 4105 Richey Road, Yakima; sttimsyakima.org; 966-7370. “Galactic Blast.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Three years-sixth grade. Cost: $15 per child or $25 per family.

AUG. 2-6
Trinity Family Fellowship | 603 S. 13th Avenue, Yakima; trinityyakima.com; Christopher Ward, 248-9405. “High Seas Expedition.” Meets 6-8 p.m. Ages four years-fifth grade. Cost: Free.

Westpark United Methodist | 3902 Summitview Ave., Yakima; diversityexcels.org; Michele Piguet, 966-1632. “High Seas Expedition.” Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Ages four years-fifth grade. Cost: $10 donation.

Zillah Church of the Nazarene | 203 Miles Drive, Zillah; zillahnazarene.org; Sarah Friedrich, 829-5338. “High Seas Expedition.” Meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. Four years-sixth grade. Cost: Free.

AUG. 9-13
Sun Valley Church | VBS held at Moxee Elementary, 528 E. Seattle Ave., Moxee; sunvalleychurch.net; 965-6800. Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Preschool-fifth grade. Cost: $5 at the door or register free at the Moxee Hop Festival booth.

CAMP ARNOLD | Affiliated with the Salvation Army. Located on the west side of Mount Rainier near Eatonville. Encourages spiritual growth, self-esteem and skills with traditional residental camp activities.
DETAILS: 12 and under. Salvation Army of Yakima County will take campers the weeks of June 21-25 and June 28-July 2. Cost: $20. CONTACT: 509-453-3139; tsacamparnold.org

CAMP DUDLEY | Sleep in bunks, swim and participate in other traditional camp activities at the Yakima Family YMCA’s camp on Clear Lake, near White Pass. A variety of sessions offered for kids ages 5-15, with special horseback riding and rock climbing camps for ‘tweens and teens and the second-annual Autism Family Camp, June 25-27.
DETAILS: Mini-session for ages 5-10 is July 7-9, $150-$180. Weekly themes and ages vary. Cost: $305-$535; multi-week discounts and scholarships available. Family Camp is Sept. 3-5; $210-$240 for a family of four. CONTACT: Matt Rusch, 972-5271; yakimaymca.org

CAMP FOUR ECHOES | Affiliated with Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington North Idaho. Located on Lake Coeur d’Alene in northern Idaho, this outdoor skills and waterfront camp focuses on teaching girls valuable life-long skills, positive self image and confidence.
DETAILS: Open to all girls, grades 2-12. Sessions range from two nights to a 12-day backpacking and canoeing adventure. Cost: $135-$546, varies by session; scholarships available. Discounts available for bringing a friend or multiple camp sessions. CONTACT: 800-827-9478; campfourechoes.com

CAMP WAHOO | ‘Tweens and teens can learn the ropes of living in the wilderness at this horse camp near Cle Elum. Campers will care for horses, cook with a Dutch oven and learn other survival skills.
DETAILS: Ages 10-16, all-girls and coed sessions available. Multiple sessions for each skill level and age group start weekly, June 27-Aug 22. Cost: $850-$1,025; sibling discount. CONTACT: 888-235-0111; highcountry-outfitters.com

GHORMLEY MEADOW CHRISTIAN CAMP | Faith-based camp near Rimrock Lake. This year’s theme is “Joy Story — To Eternity and Beyond!” Activities include canoeing and sliding on a zipline. Special adventure camps for teens.
DETAILS: Owned by First Presbyterian Church of Yakima. Sessions begin June 14-Aug. 1. Co-ed sessions available for grades 2-12. Cost: $165-$380, varies by session; scholarships available. CONTACT: Joel Whitehead, 509-672-4311; ghormleymeadow.org

LAZY F | Faith-based camp in the Manastash Canyon near Ellensburg. Activities include horse riding, inner-tubing creek, archery hill, campfires and worship. Special sessions for children of military and family camps with grandparents or moms.
DETAILS: Affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Camps offered weekly, June 20-Aug. 8. Cost: $225-$575, varies by session and sliding scale. CONTACT: 509-962-2780; lazyfcamp.org

BASKETBALL
WEST VALLEY BOYS’ BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys, grades 3-6. Meets 9 a.m. to noon July 5-8 at West Valley High School, 9800 Zier Road, Yakima. Cost: $75, includes basketball, T-shirt, team photo and written coach evaluation; $10 sibling discount. T-shirts will be late for registrations received after June 10; limited to 60 campers. Keely Teske, 972-5900.

WEST VALLEY GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys, grades 3-8. The camp will be held June 21-24 at West Valley High School, 9800 Zier Road, Yakima. Grades 3-5 meet from 9 a.m. to noon. Grades 6-8 meet 1-4 p.m. Cost: $75, includes basketball, T-shirt, team photo and written coach evaluation; $10 sibling discount. T-shirts will be late for registrations received after June 10; limited to 60 campers. Keely Teske, 972-5900.

YVCC SUMMER BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys and girls in grades 2-10 can improve their skills and play games during two camps led by YVCC staff and players. Grades 2-6 meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 21-24. Grades 7-10 meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 28-July 1. Cost is $110, or $35 daily; sibling and teammate discounts available. Bring sack lunch, water and gym shoes. Both camps meet at Sherar Gymnasium at Yakima Valley Community College. Register online at yvcc.edu/athletics or call 574-4726.

HOT SHOTS 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT | Youth, high school and adult teams shoot hoops on the streets Aug. 28-29 in downtown Yakima. Watching is free. To play, you’ll need to register; deadline is Aug. 4. The fee for youth teams is $90. Yakima Valley Sports Commission, yakimahotshots.org; 573-3010.

GOLF
APPLE TREE JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM | Boys and girls, ages 7-17. Introduction class led by Kevin Anderson teaches golf skills and course etiquette with fun contests. Meets 9-10:15 a.m. Tuesdays, June 15-July 1. Cost: $69. Apple Tree Resort, 8804 Occidental Ave., Yakima; appletreeresort.com; 966-5877.

INTRODUCTION TO GOLF | Boys and girls, ages 6-15. Meets 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 22-July 15, at River Ridge Golf Course, 295 Golf Course Loop Road, Selah. Golf fundamentals, rules and etiquette. Cost: $80; provide your own clubs. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

FRIDAY NIGHT GLOW BALL | Play nine holes in the dark with glow balls and glow sticks to mark the fairways. Cost: $25, includes greens fee, glow ball, glow stick and necklace, and light snacks. Register one week prior. Events begin at 8 p.m. on July 9 and Aug. 6. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

FAMILY GOLF MONTH | In July, kids ages 17 and under play free when accompanied by their mom or dad. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

TAKE YOUR DAUGHTER TO THE COURSE WEEK | Daughters play free July 5-9 when accompanied by a paying adult. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

THE FIRST TEE | Boys and girls, ages 5-17. One-hour classes meet for 10 weeks, beginning June 14. Classes are divided by age groups and meet at various golf courses and parks. Cost: $50; full scholarships available. All equipment provided. Register at thefirstteeyakima.org or call 949-6349.

PARENT/CHILD GOLF TOURNAMENTS | Parents and children ages 14 and younger can compete in a nine-hole scramble at 1 p.m. July 10 or Aug. 15. Cost: $15 each. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

PEE WEE GOLF LESSONS | Boys and girls, ages 4-6. Focus on participation, safety, fundamentals and fun in this intro course. Meets Tuesdays or Thursdays for four weeks, multiple sessions offered in July and August. Cost: $24-$29, depending on residency. Meets at Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS | Ages 7-15. Improve stance and skills with afternoon small-group lessons. Meets Wednesdays and Thursdays for two weeks, multiple sessions offered June-August. Cost: $47-$58, depending on residency. Meets at Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; call 575-6075 to register.

SKATEBOARDING
SKATEBOARD CLASSES | Ages 6-12. Meets 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 22-July 15, at Selah Skate Park. Cost: $15-$20, depending on residency. Bring your own board and helmet. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

SOCCER
ITTY BITTY SOCCER LEAGUE | Ages 3-4. Introduction workshops develop game skills and teamwork. Meets 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, June 15-July 13. Cost: $40-$48, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt and ball. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

TINY TYKES INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCER PROGRAM | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Learn basic skills while practicing sportsmanship and teamwork. Meets 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 19-28 at Eisenhower High School. Cost: $28-$34, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

PEE WEE SOCCER LEAGUE | Boys and girls, ages 5-6. Practice basic soccer skills in non-competitive games. Meets 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays, June 17-July 15. Cost: $40-$48, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt and ball. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

KICKIN’ AROUND. 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1. Ages 6-14 can learn the game of soccer and practice basic skills. Free; must call 575-6020 by July 23 to pre-register. Hosted by Yakima Parks & Recreation at Chesterley Park, N. 40th Avenue and River Road, Yakima. Part of the Kiddin’ Around program, yakimagreenway.org.

WEST SIDE SOCCER CAMP | Kids entering grades 1-5 can learn about soccer and Jesus at this camp, which offers Christian coaches and Bible messages. Meets 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 21-25. Cost: $70 until June 6; $80 late registration. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westsidechurch.info; Suzanne Dieker, 965-2800.

SWIMMING
BABY & ME SWIM |10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 11-Aug. 30. Drop-in playtime for parents and tots, 6 months to 3 years. Cost: $3.75 adults; kids 3 and under are free. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 575-6046.

SELAH AFTER-SCHOOL SWIM CAMP | Ages 6-10. Supervised, structured one-week program helps build skills and confidence. Daily swim lessons and recreational time. Meets 3:30-5:30 p.m. June 1-4. Cost: $40; snacks provided. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

SELAH JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLASS | Swimmers ages 12 and older can learn what it takes to become a lifeguard. Successful participants may be invited to join the pool’s summer staff. Two sessions: June 14-18 and June 21-25; both meet from 9-11 a.m. Cost is $42-$57, depending on residency. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

TENNIS
SELAH YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS | Grades 3-8. Two sessions, both meet Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: June 15-25, July 20-30. Grades 3-5: 9-10 a.m. Grades 6-8: 10-11 a.m. Instruction, games and matches. Cost: $18-$30, depending on residency; bring a racket and one unopened can of tennis balls. Meets at Carlon Park, 400 E. Goodlander Road, Selah. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

YAKIMA YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS | Various morning and evening sessions offered June-August for youth and teens. Cost: $30-$36, depending on residency. Meets at Kissel Park, S. 32nd and Mead avenues, Yakima. In cooperation with Yakima Community Tennis Association. Register with Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

VOLLEYBALL
WEST VALLEY VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CAMP | Girls and boys, grades 4-8. Meets 8 a.m. to noon June 14-16 at West Valley High School. Cost: $75. Katie Hinckley, 972-5956.

Kids will learn acting, dancing, singing, improvisation, set design and costuming in a fun, supportive atmosphere. A show for parents and friends will be at 11:30 a.m. June 18. Cost is $65 and includes a T-shirt and daily snack. Space is limited. Call 833-7676 for registration information.