Sunday, May 24

Under the direction of Conductor and Artistic Director Aaron T. Collins, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra, in cooperation with NASA, will close its 2014-15 performing season with An Earth Odyssey on Sunday, May 24th at 3 pm. The unique concert will allow attendees  to experience HD images from NASA projected on the big screen.  The concert will be held at the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center., 1707 16th Street.  For tickets, visit SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call (855) 252-7276.

 THE GREAT OUTDOORS

The Environmental Learning Center offers camps for ages 4 (Pre-K) through 7th Grade on its 64 acre campus.  Little Wonders (4 years to Pre K) 4 day morning sessions are June 15 – 18, June 22 – 25 and  June 29 – July 2.  Young Explorer (for children entering 1st grade) 4 day morning sessions are June 22 – 25 and July 6 – 9.  Our Living World (for children entering 2nd and 3rd grade) morning sessions are June 8 – 11;  June 15 – 18 and June 29 – July 2.  Island Adventure (for children entering 4th and 5th grade) are 3 full days each session June 8 – 10 and June 29 – July 1.  Marine Safari (for children entering 6th and 7th grade) are 3 full days ,from June 8 – 10.  For camp descriptions, costs and activities, visit DiscoverELC.org.   Register by calling (772) 589-5050 ext. 114.

St. Paul’s Church, 2526 17th Avenue in Vero Beach offers Survivor Camp for ages 9-13 from July 27th to 31st from 8 am to 4 pm.  Based on the TV show, competitive campers will enjoy swimming, kayaking, fishing, puzzles, games, learning about snakes & insects, survivor skills & God’s Word. Lunch is included for $160 per week by June 1st, $175 per week after.  The camper who earns the most points at the end of the week will be named  “Soul Survivor” and win a $50 gift certificate.  Call 772-231-3552 to register or visit www.stpaulsirc.org.

McKee Botanical Garden, 350 S US 1 in Vero Beach presents Camp McKee 2015 from 8:30 am to 3 pm daily with sessions from July 6-10 and July 13 -17 for ages 5 to 9.  Campers will have fun while learning about nature – Garden exploration, wildlife demonstrations, arts & crafts projects and more.  The cost is $200 per weekly session.  To register, call 772-794-0601 or visit mckeegarden.org.

PERFORMING ARTS

The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department presents Aerial Antics Circus Camp (June 8th through August 7th – 9 weeks) at Leisure Square for ages 6 – 12. Participants will have the opportunity to perform in “Totally 80’s”, the 41st Annual Aerial Antics Youth Circus August 6, 7 and 8 at Saint Edward’s School. Instruction areas include gymnastics, dance, tumbling and circus aerial (trapeze, rings, hoop, etc). Cost: $90 for city residents/$105 for non-city residents. Register now at Leisure Square Fitness Center, 3705 16th Street, Vero Beach.

Riverside Childrens Theatre offers a variety of camps for ages 3 to 19. Kinder Camp (ages 3 & 4) June 29 – July 1 from 10 am to Noon.  Beginning Stages  (Ages 4 – 6) for weeks beginning on June 8, 15, 22, July 13 & 20 from 9 am to Noon.  iRascals Jr. (Grades 6-9) July 20 -24; iRascals Kids (Grades 2-5) July 27 – 31; Dance Brush Up (Ages 6-10) for Jazz or Ballet from August 10-14.  Second Stage Workshops (Ages 7-11) offered June 8-12 and July 6-10.  RiversideTheatre.com

ARTS & CRAFTS 

Create at Studio MA, 835 17th Street in Vero Beach is offering Sewing Camp, June 8 – 12 from 9 am to Noon for children who know how to use a sewing machine or 1-4 pm for beginners.  Sewing Camp is $200 for the week and  includes all materials with a fashion show at the end of the week.  Art Camp dates are June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29 – July 3, July 6-10 from 9 am to Noon for $35 per day.  Call 772-538-1989.

St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 475 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach offers free Summer Camp from June 8th – 12th from 9 am to Noon.  This year’s theme is Hometown Nazareth where Jesus was a Kid.  Children will enjoy a  fun-filled week of singing, crafting and learning about Jesus as told by his mother Mary.  To register, contact Burke Neely @ dolphinburke@hotmail.com or call the church at 772-770-3494.

The Vero Beach Museum of Art, 3001 Riverside Park Drive, presents Summer Art Camp 2015 with weekly morning or afternoon sessions from June 15 – August 7.  The camp offers a creative environment for young artists ages 4-16 to explore new ideas, develop skills, and build self-esteem through making and learning about art. Register by phone, (772) 231-0707, ext. 116 or visit VeroBeachMuseum.org.