Artists Collective
35 Clark Street
Hartford, CT 06120
Two programs are available through the Artists Collective this summer:
I. Youths age 14-21 interested in the performing arts are invited to apply for a
limited number of paid summer positions (25 hours per week). This program runs
between July 7th and August 15th, Monday through Friday from 9AM to 4:15PM. Income
guidelines apply. For information, call 527-3205.
II. Camp Culture will run from July 14th - August 15th for ages 8-18. Programs
run Monday - Friday, 9AM to 4PM. Programs include dance, African percussion, music, vocal,
drama, and martial arts. The cost for the camp is $400, plus a $10 membership fee. A
limited number of scholarships are available. For further information and registration,
call 527-3205.
Capitol Region Education Council
111 Charter Oak Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
A summer program called EQUAL (Educational Quality through Understanding and Learning)
is available at Bulkeley High School for students entering 5th through 9th grades. The
program runs Monday through Friday, 9AM to 2:30PM, July 7th through August 1st. There are
three different morning programs and a variety of afternoon activities. Tuition is $125
per student, and $50 for a second student in the same family. A third student in a family
attends free of charge. Free transportation is provided from as close to home as possible.
A limited number of scholarships are available. For further information and registration,
call Mark O’Donnell at 524-4079.
City of Hartford
Multipurpose Facility
Pope Park
There are a number of programs scheduled at Pope Park this summer, all of which are
free and open to neighborhood children. For more information on any one of these
programs, call the City of Hartford Recreational Department at 543-8876.
The Summer Funcation Program is for children aged 8-11 and runs 6 weeks, from
July 7th to August 15th. Kids meet from Monday through Friday from 9AM to 3PM. The program
includes swimming, reading, arts and crafts, cooking, field trips, and much more. Space is
limited to 50 kids, so pick up your application form at the Anderson Center, Pope Park, as
soon as possible.
The Youth Basketball League will run from July 7th to August 22nd. There are
four different leagues; one for kids 10 and under, one for 11 and 12-year olds, one for
kids 13-15, and a high school league.
Swimming Lessons will be given at the outdoor pool from June 23rd to August 22nd
on Mondays through Fridays from 9-12AM. After that, the pool is available for open
swimming from 12-8PM.
The Summer Lunch Program will take place from June 30th to August 22nd. Kids
ages 18 and under will be able to receive a free meal.
Camp Courant
285 Broad Street
Hartford, CT 06115
This is a summer camp for 2,500 Hartford children, ages 5-12. Camp begins on July 7th
and closes August 21st. Camp activities include swimming, arts and crafts, woodworking,
computers, sports, games, dancing, and much more. Bus transportation is available. Buses
leave at 8:30AM and return between 3:30 and 4:00PM. Pick up a registration form at The
Hartford Courant, 285 Broad Street. For information call 241-3795.
Hartford Neighborhood Centers
38 Lawrence Street
Hartford, CT 06106
HNC operates the Hi Hoti Day Camp for children ages 5-13. Programs include
remedial education, cultural performing arts, arts and crafts, computer awareness
training,, dance, dramatic arts, and swimming. Fees include daily transportation to the
camp. Camp program hours are 7:30AM to 3:30PM, Monday through Friday. The camp runs from
July 7th to August 1st. The cost is $190 and registration fee is $10. HNC will work with
each family to work out a payment schedule since fees are assessed on a sliding scale. If
possible, families need to apply by June 6th. For information and registration call
251-6517.
Hispanic Health Council
175 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06106
A summer program is available from July 7th to August 14th. The hours are 10AM to 3PM,
Monday through Thursday. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, dancing, and field
trips. Free transportation will be provided. For more information, call Raul Pino at
527-0856, ext. 257.
Mi Casa
510 Park Street
Hartford, CT 06106
A summer camp is available at the Maria Sanchez School from July 7th to
August 8th for 10-17 year olds. The program operates Monday through Friday from 2PM to
8PM. Activities include art, basketball, dance, mimic, and volleyball. The deadline for
applying is June 27th. For information and registration, call 522-5222.
Police Athletic League
Christ Lutheran Church
1133 Broad Street
Hartford, CT 06106
This is a place where kids can engage in safe activities. Program activities include
boxing, basketball, golf, and educational activities such as reading, tutoring, and peer
involvement. In addition, the PAL runs programs such as the Explorer Program, designed to
give young people with an interest in law enforcement a chance to find out more about it.
There are also links to camping, summer jobs programs, and field trips. Summer hours vary,
but center around daytime activities. For more information, contact Marc Rubera at
722-8006, or stop by in the evening at Christ Lutheran Church.
South End Night Riders
20 Clifford Street
Hartford, CT 06114
This is a year-round program which includes tutoring, computers, trips, swimming, and
basketball. Hours are Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 4-9PM and Sundays from 2-7PM. For
further information, call 278-6678.
Trinity College
Summit Street
Hartford, CT 06106
Several programs are available through Trinity College this summer:
I. Trinity will host 50 middle school children from Hartford for the Connecticut
Pre-Engineering Program (CPEP). The program begins on June 30th and runs for five
weeks to August 1st. Students are on campus from 8:30AM to 2:30PM Monday through Friday.
The program includes enrichment in mathematics, science, technology, language arts, and
guidance. For information and registration, call Beverly Hunter-Daniels at 769-5285.
II. Summer Camp. There are ten week-long sessions, beginning June23rd and ending
August 27th. The hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30AM-5:30PM. Children are accepted
from post-K through grade 5. The cost is $145 per week. Scheduled are field trips, science
enrichment programs, sports, computers, swimming, as well as gardening, cooking,
woodworking, and games. For information and registration, call 297-5208.
III. Athletic Program. This is a federally funded program for youths age 10-15.
The program lasts five weeks and runs fromJune 30th - August 1st. Registration weekend is
June 21st from 8AM to 4PM, and June 22nd from 8AM to noon. Youths must bring their
completed application form, plus a health certificate, to the registration weekend. If
students do not have health insurance, a doctor will be available at the time of
registration to conduct the physical. The application form can be obtained by calling
297-2057.
YMCA
160 Jewel Street
Hartford, CT 06105
Camp Downtown runs from June30th through August 22nd for children aged 6-12. The
camp meets Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 4:30PM. Breakfast and lunch are provided.
Activities include aerobics classes, arts and crafts, swimming and swimming lessons,
academic enrichment programs, sports, field trips, theme days, and special events. The fee
is $55 per week. Scholarships are available. For information and registration, call
522-4183, ext. 330 (ask for TJ).
Splash is a swimming program for city children to teach them basic swimming
skills. The classes for 6-14-year olds are from 3-5PM, Monday through Friday, beginning on
June 23rd The program is free. For information, call Membership Services at 522-4183.
YWCA
135 Broad Street
Hartford, CT 06105
The YWCA operates Camp Aya-Po for children age 5 to 13 from June 30th to August
22nd. This is a day camp at Somers, CT and runs from 9AM -4PM, Monday through Friday.
Buses leave from the corner of Broad Street and Farmington Avenue at 7:38AM and return by
5:26PM. Programs include all sports, swimming, hiking, boating, archery, arts and crafts,
and Native American programs. The cost per 2-week session is $235, which includes an
annual membership at the YWCA. Some scholarships are available. For information and
registration, call Fred Thornleee at 525-1163, ext. 257.