March Madness season is almost here! Join us as we celebrate the NCAA tournament by playing some pick up basketball. All skill levels are welcome at this friendly game. Basketball not really your thing? Don’t worry, we will be playing unique and fun games that are sure to be a blast!

Week 7: For budding artists ready to sharpen their skills (new projects)! In this returning OAC favorite, campers will focus on traditional 2D techniques, including drawing, illustration, painting, and printmaking. Campers will work on detailed projects like still-life studies, landscape painting, and custom-designed prints. Alongside hands-on artmaking, students will receive personalized guidance to build their portfolios and refine their artistic voice. This immersive experience is perfect for tweens and teens passionate about art and ready to take their talents to the next level! Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued For full policy details, visit: orangeartcenter.org/policies

Week 3: Calling all wild-at-heart artists! Get ready to explore the wonders of the animal world through vibrant, creative art projects with this new OAC Camp. Campers will draw, sculpt, paint, and design artwork inspired by creatures big and small—from jungle animals to ocean dwellers, farm friends, forest critters, and everything in between! With playful prompts and imaginative techniques, this camp celebrates creativity, curiosity, and the amazing diversity of the animal kingdom. Activities are packed with creativity, energy, and plenty of opportunities to let imaginations run wild! Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

Week 7 - Week 8: Shape your summer with clay and creativity! This two-week intensive is a deep dive into the exciting world of ceramics. Campers will explore a variety of techniques, including wheel throwing, hand-building, carving, glazing, and more. Whether shaping functional pieces or bold sculptural forms, teens will gain confidence, hands-on experience, and a true love for working with clay. Get ready to spin, sculpt, and glaze your imagination into reality! Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

This workshop is designed for one adult and one child in grades 1–5 to attend together! Working as a team, artists will create a single mixed media painting inspired by folk art tree designs. They’ll explore tree imagery, experiment with tissue paper dye transfer, and paint a swirling winter background. Then they’ll cut, decorate, and arrange their own colorful trees on canvas, adding snow to complete the scene. It’s a fun and creative way to spend time together, and you’ll leave with a unique piece to hang at home! Registration covers both participants. All supplies provided.

Curious about painting with acrylics? Channel your inner Yayoi Kusama in this engaging workshop where you'll be guided step-by-step to create a mesmerizing acrylic painting inspired by the artist herself! Who is Yayoi Kusama? Kusama is a world-famous Japanese contemporary artist known for her colorful dots, bold patterns, and whimsical, larger-than-life installations. This session is perfect for all experience levels—whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, everyone is welcome! All materials provided.

Week 5: Calling all mystical makers and imaginative explorers! Enter a fascinating world filled with celestial wonders, magical creations, and art inspired by legends, spells, and sparkling secrets. Campers will craft magical masterpieces, design enchanted objects, and experiment with dreamy, whimsical art techniques. This camp is great for young artists who love fantasy and wizarding worlds. Let the magic begin! Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

Week 4: Tiny art, big creativity! Step into a world where everything is mini as campers craft delightful small-scale masterpieces with this new OAC camp. From miniature foods to tiny rooms, pocket-sized sculptures, and more, artists will explore the joy of working in all things teeny-tiny. This camp encourages careful craftsmanship, imaginative details, and lots of creative problem-solving. Get ready to shrink your ideas and magnify the fun! Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

Week 6: Do you love painting? We do too! This new OAC camp celebrates all things paint, giving campers the chance to experiment with a wide range of techniques—from watercolor and acrylic to splatter, texture, mixed media, and beyond. Each day brings a brand-new painting style to explore, helping artists build confidence, creativity, and painting skills. Put on your smock, it's time to make a masterpiece! Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

Unwind in this one-hour evening workshop designed to bring joy back into the painting process. Each session focuses on painting as a flow art, where the emphasis is on exploration and creativity rather than the final result. Students will engage in playful projects that spark child-like imagination while gently challenging the inner perfectionist. Along the way, participants will learn foundational painting techniques they can apply in a relaxed, supportive setting. Inspiration will also come from artists such as Alma Thomas and Hilma af Klint, whose distinctive styles celebrate color, pattern, and expression. Acrylic paint will be the main medium, with opportunities to experiment with watercolor, paint pens, and more. Take one workshop or all three: the choice is yours! Participants are encouraged to bring tea or a non-alcoholic beverage of their choice to enjoy while they paint. All skill levels welcome and all supplies provided.

Week 2: Calling all time travelers! Step into our creative time machine and journey across centuries to explore the art of remarkable civilizations with this new camp. Campers will travel back to create artworks inspired by ancient civilizations such as ancient Egypt and Greece, then blast forward to dream up futuristic art of worlds yet to come! With hands-on projects and exciting creative challenges, this camp inspires curiosity, imagination, and artistic confidence. Buckle up—your time-travel art adventure begins now! No Camp June 19. Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued

Week 2: Calling all time travelers! Step into our creative time machine and journey across centuries to explore the art of remarkable civilizations with this new camp. Campers will travel back to create artworks inspired by ancient civilizations such as ancient Egypt and Greece, then blast forward to dream up futuristic art of worlds yet to come! With hands-on projects and exciting creative challenges, this camp inspires curiosity, imagination, and artistic confidence. Buckle up—your time-travel art adventure begins now! No Camp June 19. Campers will have a week full of artmaking but will also partake in exciting activities such as gameplay, storytime, snacktime, outdoor exploration, and making new friends. Art Camps are offered in two sessions at 9:00 -11:30 am and afternoons 12:30 - 3:00 pm each week. Interested in a full-day? Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions to receive a full day of art camp for more projects, games, and fun! Bonus: full-day sign-ups receive a supervised lunch and recess hour in between camps free of charge (applies to Orange Art Center camps only). Questions? Call the Orange Art Center at 216-831-5130. Need Before Care Programming?Lion's Club Before Care is available at the Pepper Pike Learning Center for Art Center participants attending morning art camp.Please note: Lion's Club After Care is unavailable for Art Center participants attending afternoon camps. Important Info: Camp FAQs New Registration Policies: $100 deposit required for all camp registrations Early Bird Discount: Save $25 per registration if you register before February 27! New Refund Policies January 26 through March 20 – Full refunds available with no fees March 21 through April 30 – Refunds available with $50 processing fee per registration May 1 and after – No refunds will be issued