COSTA MESA * A $5 fee will...

COSTA MESA

* A $5 fee will be added to each program for nonresidents.

SUMMER CAMP

COSTA MESA 2003

The camp, geared toward children ages 6 to 12, includes various

recreational programs, sports, games, arts and crafts and excursions.

The camp is held at the Balearic Community Center. It runs Monday

through Friday from June 23 through Aug. 22. The 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

session costs $90, and the 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. session costs $110. For

more information, call (714) 754-5158.

MOBILE RECREATION

Children age 5 and older can participate in a little mobile

recreation this summer. When the trailer rolls into their

neighborhood, they can join in on arts and crafts and other organized

activities. Younger children are welcome when accompanied by an

adult. The service is free. For more information on time and

locations, call (714) 754-5158.

SUMMER TEEN CAMP

Students entering grades seven through nine in fall 2003 can

participate in a six-week excursion-based camp. The daily excursions

will include trips to local amusement parks, malls, movies and

museums. The camp begins July 7 and ends Aug. 15. The camp, which

runs from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, costs $95 per week.

For more information, call (714) 327-7560.

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN

Children ages 5 to 11 will have a chance to prepare foods and

learn the basics in cooking so they can help mom and dad in the

kitchen. The five-week class will teach students how to measure, mix,

spread, cut, stir and, most importantly, taste. The class is $30 for

five weeks. A $10 material fee will also apply. Classes will begin

June 25 or July 30. For more information, call (714) 327-7525.

PLAYGROUND PROGRAM

Children ages 6 to 13 can spend their summer days playing on the

playground, participating in crafts and even going on different

excursions. Children in the program may come and go freely, but will

be supervised by recreational leaders. The free program will run from

June 23 to Aug. 22. For more information on times and locations, call

(714) 754-5158.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

Boys and girls ages 6 to 18 can head over to Eastside Costa Mesa

for the club’s summer program. The program runs Monday through Friday

from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aside from being able to participate in a

variety of the activities at the club, participants also have the

option of going on two field trips a week. Participants need to be

members of the organization, a $50 annual fee. The summer program is

$75 per week and additional fees may apply for field trips. For more

information, call (949) 642-9372.

GIRLS INC.

Girls ages 5 through 12 can participate in a summer program that

incorporates fun and learning. The program will include workshops and

activities such as photography, cooking and nutrition, economic

literacy, sports and various field trips. The program will begin June

23 and end Aug. 29. It will run from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to

Friday. Registration is $40, and weekly fees are $90 to $100. For

more information, call (949) 646-7181.

NEWPORT BEACH

* A $10 fee will be added per class $75 and over and $5 per class

$74 and under for non-residents.

TEEN POLICE ACADEMY CAMP

The Newport Beach Police Department will offer a Teen Police

Academy to local students. Department experts in SWAT, K-9,

narcotics, patrol, traffic laws, firearms and driving under the

influence will conduct the eight-week program. Students will

participate in practical demonstrations and will accompany an officer

on a ride-along. Students who attend all eight sessions can earn 24

community service hours toward their graduation requirement. To

participate, students must be between 14 and 18 years old, be attending high school in Newport Beach and have consent from a parent

or guardian. There is no cost to attend the camp. The camp runs June

26 to Aug. 14. For more information, call the department’s Community

Relations Office at (949) 644-3662.

SUMMER DAY CAMP

Children entering kindergarten through the seventh grade are

welcome to attend a Community Youth Center Camp in Corona del Mar or

Balboa. A trained recreation staff will provide an environment

conducive to individual achievement, self-esteem and sportsmanship.

Camp fees, from $90 to $110 per week, include a weekly excursion to a

local theme park or sporting event and various beach activities.

Participants need to bring a lunch, snacks and sunscreen. A camp

T-shirt will be provided. The camp runs from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. For

more information, call (949) 644-3151.

KIDS PADDLE CAMP

Children 8 to 12 can learn the basic kayaking and outrigger

canoeing skills as they paddle to destinations around Newport Harbor.

Life jackets will be provided. Sessions run from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Monday to Friday and begin as early as June 23. The fee is $155 per

week. For more information, call the center at (949) 646-7725.