This program is for players that are interested in participating and competing in tournament chess, or just want their chess ability to improve to the next tactical level. Players will meet Saturday mornings at Wilshire Park Elementary for chess instruction and fun competitive play. Expert coaching will be provided for participants at many tournaments.

This camp offers a crash course in coding your own games on Scratch. Students will create and develop 3-4 basic games while learning many foundational computer science skills with boundless potential for creativity and expansion. Students will come home with a mobile account containing their games to share and play with the whole family!

What do R2-D2 and Roombas have in common? They’re robots! Learn basic robotics skills, including programming and building, using Scratch coding and Lego Spike Prime to create problem-solving robots.

Do you like to create unique and personalized craft projects for yourself, or to give to special friends or family? Lets learn the art of crafting by using fun materials and techniques such as macrame, resin, embroidery, and glass etching.

Stay warm and creative this year by learning the basics of knitting and crochet. In this workshop, beginners will explore foundational techniques to craft cozy accessories like hats and scarves or dive into the art of amigurumi to create adorable stuffed toys.Already know how to knit or crochet? We’ve got you covered! Our instructors can help you take your skills to the next level by exploring advanced patterns and techniques.All tools and materials for both knitting and crochet will be provided.

Make or fix your own clothes! Create a purse, a pillow, a blanket, or even a costume! Start with basic stitches and patterns and learn to create original hand and machine sewn designs.

This chess camp is for players that need the next level of challenge beyond their school chess club. Standard chess and variations will be used to improve your skills, and participants should be interested in a deeper level of instruction beyond the basics.

Challenge your creativity by designing 3D objects using Computer Aided Design software and then printing your designs. Learn about scale and when prototyping a design, and create an object that is at functional scale and usable!