Kids Cooking Classes Near Me

This monthly class specializes in teaching basic pastry & baking techniques, including creaming, folding, whisking & beating, cutting in, kneading, and sifting. We also teach how to measure properly and the difference between measuring dry and wet ingredients. We create everything from scratch, and tastings are always included. Baking Favs Menu Wk 1: Donuts...Cake & Yeast Wk 2: Funnel Cakes with Fresh Strawberry Compote Wk 3: French Beignets Wk 4: Italian Zeppole's

Each day, Lil’ Chefs will make a Turkey entrée, a side dish, and a yummy dessert. Lil’ Chefs will also learn knife skills, time management, working together as a team to complete each recipe, kitchen safety, and proper measuring of ingredients. Menu: Monday – Turkey Tetrazzini, Sweet & Buttery Glazed Carrots, Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread, & Snickerdoodle Cookies Tuesday- Lasagna Rollups, Parmesan Risotto, Tiramisu Brownie Trifle Wednesday- Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Personal Pizzas, and a Homemade No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie to take home. Refund Policy Please be advised that event fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. While there are no refunds, a credit may be issued toward a future event if a 48-hour advanced notice is given. Thank you for your understanding.

Each day, Lil’ Chefs will make a Turkey entrée, a side dish, and a yummy dessert. Lil’ Chefs will also learn knife skills, time management, working together as a team to complete each recipe, kitchen safety, and proper measuring of ingredients. Menu: Monday – Turkey Tetrazzini, Sweet & Buttery Glazed Carrots, Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread, & Snickerdoodle Cookies Tuesday- Lasagna Rollups, Parmesan Risotto, Tiramisu Brownie Trifle Wednesday- Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Personal Pizzas, and a Homemade No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie to take home. Refund Policy Please be advised that event fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. While there are no refunds, a credit may be issued toward a future event if a 48-hour advanced notice is given. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil' Chefs will get to enjoy what they make in class. Winter Wonderland Camp Monday: Apple Waffle Cookies, Chicken Fingers, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Texas Toast Tuesday: Cheese & Herb Raviolis from scratch with Pomodoro Sauce & Snowfolk Cookies Wednesday: Homemade Personal Pizzas with Bacon Ranch Mac N Cheese & Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treats Thursday: New Year’s Eve Chocolate Party hats, Potato-Gruyere Bites, Sun-Dried Tomato Palmiers & Sure to Please Sugar winter cutouts decorate cookies Black Friday Pricing: $30 OFF 11/26-11/30 Refund Policy Please be advised that event fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. While there are no refunds, a credit may be issued toward a future event if a 48-hour advanced notice is given. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil' Chefs will get to enjoy what they make in class. Christmas Week Camp Monday: “Holiday Parties” Italian stuffed calzone, potato skins, Cream Cheese stuffed Cranberry meatballs & Delightful Deviled Eggs Tuesday: “Overnight Christmas Morning Brunch” Cheesecake Crepes, Cream of Chicken Soup, Waffle Hashbrowns & Brown Sugar French Toast Casserole Wednesday: “Christmas Dinner” Homemade Fettuccine with Garlic Herb Sauce, Italian Goulash, French Bread & Brown Butter Blondies Thursday: “Santa's Cookies” Cinnamon Spiced Hot Cocoa Cookies, Candy Cane Cookies, Brown Butter Cookies & Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Black Friday Pricing: $30 OFF 11/26-11/30 Refund Policy Please be advised that event fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. While there are no refunds, a credit may be issued toward a future event if a 48-hour advanced notice is given. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil' Chefs will get to enjoy what they make in class. Winter Wonderland Camp Monday: Apple Waffle Cookies, Chicken Fingers, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Texas Toast Tuesday: Cheese & Herb Raviolis from scratch with Pomodoro Sauce & Snowfolk Cookies Wednesday: Homemade Personal Pizzas with Bacon Ranch Mac N Cheese & Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treats Thursday: New Year’s Eve Chocolate Party hats, Potato-Gruyere Bites, Sun-Dried Tomato Palmiers & Sure to Please Sugar winter cutouts decorate cookies Black Friday Pricing: $30 OFF 11/26-11/30 Refund Policy Please be advised that event fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. While there are no refunds, a credit may be issued toward a future event if a 48-hour advanced notice is given. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil’ Chefs will enjoy what they make in class. Christmas Week Camp Monday: “Holiday Parties” Italian stuffed calzone, potato skins, Cream Cheese stuffed Cranberry meatballs & Delightful Deviled Eggs Tuesday: “Overnight Christmas Morning Brunch” Cheesecake Crepes, Cream of Chicken Soup, Waffle Hashbrowns & Brown Sugar French Toast Casserole Wednesday: “Christmas Dinner” Homemade Fettuccine with Garlic Herb Sauce, Italian Goulash, French Bread & Brown Butter Blondies Thursday: “Santa's Cookies” Cinnamon Spiced Hot Cocoa Cookies, Candy Cane Cookies, Brown Butter Cookies & Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil' Chefs will enjoy what they make in class. Winter Wonderland Camp Monday: Apple Waffle Cookies, Chicken Fingers, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Texas Toast Tuesday: Cheese & Herb Raviolis from scratch with Pomodoro Sauce & Snowfolk Cookies Wednesday: Homemade Personal Pizzas with Bacon Ranch Mac N Cheese & Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treats Thursday: New Year’s Eve Chocolate Party Hats, Potato-Gruyère Bites, Sun-Dried Tomato Palmiers & Sure to Please Sugar winter cutouts decorate cookies

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil' Chefs will enjoy what they make in class. Winter Wonderland Camp Monday: Apple Waffle Cookies, Chicken Fingers, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Texas Toast Tuesday: Cheese & Herb Raviolis from scratch with Pomodoro Sauce & Snowfolk Cookies Wednesday: Homemade Personal Pizzas with Bacon Ranch Mac N Cheese & Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treats Thursday: New Year’s Eve Chocolate Party Hats, Potato-Gruyère Bites, Sun-Dried Tomato Palmiers & Sure to Please Sugar winter cutouts decorate cookies

Join us for our 4-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe, and how to work as a team to complete each dish. Lil' Chefs will enjoy what they make in class. Winter Wonderland Camp Monday: Apple Waffle Cookies, Chicken Fingers, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Texas Toast Tuesday: Cheese & Herb Raviolis from scratch with Pomodoro Sauce & Snowfolk Cookies Wednesday: Homemade Personal Pizzas with Bacon Ranch Mac N Cheese & Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treats Thursday: New Year’s Eve Chocolate Party Hats, Potato-Gruyère Bites, Sun-Dried Tomato Palmiers & Sure to Please Sugar winter cutouts decorate cookies

Family Fun ITALIAN Night Workshop Join us for a Family Fun ITALIAN Night Workshop for the whole family! Work together as a family to complete 2-3 recipes and enjoy the food you've made at the end of class. We will make pasta from scratch, cheese breadsticks with homemade Bolognese sauce, and a no-bake cheesecake. This class is for the entire family; Tiny Chefs (ages 3-5) will need an adult family member to be more hands-on. Additional siblings can be added at checkout.

Make hot cocoa from scratch, chicken noodle soup with homemade egg noodles, and dinner rolls from scratch.

Let your kids come cook up some fun in our cool kitchens on their day off! Lil’ Chefs will learn knife skills, work together as a team to complete each recipe, and how to properly measure wet and dry ingredients. Menu Homemade biscuits, chicken ’n’ waffles, and peach cobbler. Refund Policy Please be advised that event fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. While there are no refunds, a credit may be issued toward a future event if a 48-hour advanced notice is given. Thank you for your understanding.

Learn to prepare a classic Christmas Cake to take home and share with family. This elegant European cake features a soft chocolate cake rolled with dark cherries, apricot preserves and whipped cream and is cloaked with chocolate ganache. We'll also have meringue mushrooms to decorate the log. Along the way students will learn the techniques of making sponge cakes and simple decorating tips. Ages 10 to 16.

The Hangout Camp Teen Activity & Social Camp | Ages 13–17 **Connect. Create. Explore. Be Yourself.** Welcome to The Hangout! A place to make friends, try new things, discover your interests, and just be yourself! The Hangout Camp is a dynamic, activity-based program designed specifically for teenagers ages 13 through 17. Inspired by the relaxed, social atmosphere of popular teen hangouts and classic sitcoms like *Friends*, our camp provides a welcoming, age-appropriate space where teens can connect with peers, participate in exciting activities, explore their independence, and create lasting memories. We understand that teenagers need more than traditional childcare. They need a place where they can socialize, express themselves, explore their interests, and enjoy activities that feel relevant to their age and personalities. The Hangout combines recreation, creativity, entertainment, social experiences, and practical life skills into a flexible camp experience that encourages independence while maintaining appropriate supervision and support. Our Camp Focus **1. Friendship & Social Connections** Creating opportunities for teens to develop meaningful friendships, build social confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with others through shared interests and experiences. **2. Independence & Life Skills** Encouraging age-appropriate independence through decision-making, personal responsibility, organization, money management, cooking, and practical everyday skills. **3. Creativity & Self-Expression** Providing opportunities for teens to explore their interests and express themselves through music, art, technology, photography, media production, and hands-on creative projects. **4. Recreation & Entertainment** Offering engaging activities that allow teens to relax, have fun, stay active, and enjoy recreational experiences with peers. **5. Confidence & Personal Development** Helping teens discover their strengths, try new experiences, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. **6. Community Engagement & Exploration** Introducing opportunities to explore community resources, participate in group outings, develop community awareness, and practice age-appropriate independence in everyday settings. Activities & Camp Experiences The Social Lounge *Where friendships and great conversations begin.* - Comfortable lounge areas for socializing and relaxing - Board games, card games, and group competitions - Conversation games and friendship-building activities - Movie afternoons and themed watch parties - Group discussions and social clubs - Collaborative games and team challenges The Game Zone *Level up your camp experience.* - Video games and friendly gaming competitions - Interactive gaming activities - Trivia tournaments and game-show challenges - Strategy games and puzzles - Team-based challenges and competitions - Indoor recreational games The Creative Studio *Your ideas. Your style. Your space.* - Painting, drawing, and creative art projects - Photography and video production - Music, dance, and karaoke - DIY projects and personalized crafts - Digital design and creative technology - Talent showcases and creative workshops The Life Skills Lab *Building confidence for everyday life.* - Cooking and snack preparation - Budgeting and money management activities - Personal organization and time management - Decision-making and problem-solving - Communication and self-advocacy - Community safety and everyday responsibilities The Adventure Club *New experiences beyond the lounge.* - Community outings and recreational trips - Parks and outdoor activities - Bowling, mini golf, and group entertainment - Community events and seasonal activities - Team-building challenges - Volunteer and community service opportunities The Wellness & Recharge Zone *Take time to reset and recharge.* - Fitness and movement activities - Yoga, stretching, and relaxation - Mindfulness and stress-management activities - Sensory-friendly recreational options - Quiet spaces for independent activities - Journaling and personal reflection Specialized Groups & Additional Support The Hangout Camp welcomes teenagers with a wide range of interests, personalities, abilities, and support needs. Our program is designed to provide an engaging social and recreational experience for all teens while offering additional support for those who may need it. **We have staff with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience and backgrounds working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and other developmental or behavioral support needs.** This experience allows our team to provide a more individualized approach to activities, communication, supervision, and participation. For teens who benefit from additional assistance, The Hangout offers specialized activity groups and individualized support options based on each participant's needs and available staffing. Support options may include: - Smaller group settings with additional staff assistance - Individualized activity modifications and accommodations - Structured routines and visual schedules - Support with communication and peer interactions - Sensory-friendly activities and quiet spaces - Positive behavior support and proactive strategies - Assistance with transitions and daily routines - Support with age-appropriate independence and life skills - Additional supervision and safety planning when appropriate Our team recognizes that every teenager has unique strengths, preferences, and goals. We work with families to understand each teen's individual needs and identify appropriate accommodations that promote meaningful participation. **Our goal is inclusion, not separation.** Specialized groups are available when additional support is beneficial, while opportunities to participate in shared camp activities and build friendships remain an important part of the experience. The Hangout is a recreational activity camp and childcare program. RBT experience does not mean that ABA therapy or other clinical treatment is provided as part of camp services. ## Flexible Camp Options The Hangout is designed to provide families with flexible, private-pay activity and supervision options for teenagers. Planned programming includes: - Hourly drop-in camp sessions - Half-day and full-day camp experiences - After-school social and recreational activities - School-break and holiday camps - Special themed activity days - Community outings and group adventures - Specialized small-group programming for teens needing additional support Camp availability, supervision arrangements, and enrollment are subject to staffing capacity, individual support needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Our Mission At The Hangout Camp, we believe every teenager deserves a place where they feel welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves. Our mission is to create an engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate camp experience that promotes friendship, creativity, independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. Through exciting activities, community experiences, supportive staff, and opportunities for personal growth, we strive to create an environment where teens of all abilities can discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and make memories.

The Hangout Camp Teen Activity & Social Camp | Ages 13–17 **Connect. Create. Explore. Be Yourself.** Welcome to The Hangout! A place to make friends, try new things, discover your interests, and just be yourself! The Hangout Camp is a dynamic, activity-based program designed specifically for teenagers ages 13 through 17. Inspired by the relaxed, social atmosphere of popular teen hangouts and classic sitcoms like *Friends*, our camp provides a welcoming, age-appropriate space where teens can connect with peers, participate in exciting activities, explore their independence, and create lasting memories. We understand that teenagers need more than traditional childcare. They need a place where they can socialize, express themselves, explore their interests, and enjoy activities that feel relevant to their age and personalities. The Hangout combines recreation, creativity, entertainment, social experiences, and practical life skills into a flexible camp experience that encourages independence while maintaining appropriate supervision and support. Our Camp Focus **1. Friendship & Social Connections** Creating opportunities for teens to develop meaningful friendships, build social confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with others through shared interests and experiences. **2. Independence & Life Skills** Encouraging age-appropriate independence through decision-making, personal responsibility, organization, money management, cooking, and practical everyday skills. **3. Creativity & Self-Expression** Providing opportunities for teens to explore their interests and express themselves through music, art, technology, photography, media production, and hands-on creative projects. **4. Recreation & Entertainment** Offering engaging activities that allow teens to relax, have fun, stay active, and enjoy recreational experiences with peers. **5. Confidence & Personal Development** Helping teens discover their strengths, try new experiences, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. **6. Community Engagement & Exploration** Introducing opportunities to explore community resources, participate in group outings, develop community awareness, and practice age-appropriate independence in everyday settings. Activities & Camp Experiences The Social Lounge *Where friendships and great conversations begin.* - Comfortable lounge areas for socializing and relaxing - Board games, card games, and group competitions - Conversation games and friendship-building activities - Movie afternoons and themed watch parties - Group discussions and social clubs - Collaborative games and team challenges The Game Zone *Level up your camp experience.* - Video games and friendly gaming competitions - Interactive gaming activities - Trivia tournaments and game-show challenges - Strategy games and puzzles - Team-based challenges and competitions - Indoor recreational games The Creative Studio *Your ideas. Your style. Your space.* - Painting, drawing, and creative art projects - Photography and video production - Music, dance, and karaoke - DIY projects and personalized crafts - Digital design and creative technology - Talent showcases and creative workshops The Life Skills Lab *Building confidence for everyday life.* - Cooking and snack preparation - Budgeting and money management activities - Personal organization and time management - Decision-making and problem-solving - Communication and self-advocacy - Community safety and everyday responsibilities The Adventure Club *New experiences beyond the lounge.* - Community outings and recreational trips - Parks and outdoor activities - Bowling, mini golf, and group entertainment - Community events and seasonal activities - Team-building challenges - Volunteer and community service opportunities The Wellness & Recharge Zone *Take time to reset and recharge.* - Fitness and movement activities - Yoga, stretching, and relaxation - Mindfulness and stress-management activities - Sensory-friendly recreational options - Quiet spaces for independent activities - Journaling and personal reflection Specialized Groups & Additional Support The Hangout Camp welcomes teenagers with a wide range of interests, personalities, abilities, and support needs. Our program is designed to provide an engaging social and recreational experience for all teens while offering additional support for those who may need it. **We have staff with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience and backgrounds working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and other developmental or behavioral support needs.** This experience allows our team to provide a more individualized approach to activities, communication, supervision, and participation. For teens who benefit from additional assistance, The Hangout offers specialized activity groups and individualized support options based on each participant's needs and available staffing. Support options may include: - Smaller group settings with additional staff assistance - Individualized activity modifications and accommodations - Structured routines and visual schedules - Support with communication and peer interactions - Sensory-friendly activities and quiet spaces - Positive behavior support and proactive strategies - Assistance with transitions and daily routines - Support with age-appropriate independence and life skills - Additional supervision and safety planning when appropriate Our team recognizes that every teenager has unique strengths, preferences, and goals. We work with families to understand each teen's individual needs and identify appropriate accommodations that promote meaningful participation. **Our goal is inclusion, not separation.** Specialized groups are available when additional support is beneficial, while opportunities to participate in shared camp activities and build friendships remain an important part of the experience. The Hangout is a recreational activity camp and childcare program. RBT experience does not mean that ABA therapy or other clinical treatment is provided as part of camp services. ## Flexible Camp Options The Hangout is designed to provide families with flexible, private-pay activity and supervision options for teenagers. Planned programming includes: - Hourly drop-in camp sessions - Half-day and full-day camp experiences - After-school social and recreational activities - School-break and holiday camps - Special themed activity days - Community outings and group adventures - Specialized small-group programming for teens needing additional support Camp availability, supervision arrangements, and enrollment are subject to staffing capacity, individual support needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Our Mission At The Hangout Camp, we believe every teenager deserves a place where they feel welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves. Our mission is to create an engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate camp experience that promotes friendship, creativity, independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. Through exciting activities, community experiences, supportive staff, and opportunities for personal growth, we strive to create an environment where teens of all abilities can discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and make memories.

The Hangout Camp Teen Activity & Social Camp | Ages 13–17 **Connect. Create. Explore. Be Yourself.** Welcome to The Hangout! A place to make friends, try new things, discover your interests, and just be yourself! The Hangout Camp is a dynamic, activity-based program designed specifically for teenagers ages 13 through 17. Inspired by the relaxed, social atmosphere of popular teen hangouts and classic sitcoms like *Friends*, our camp provides a welcoming, age-appropriate space where teens can connect with peers, participate in exciting activities, explore their independence, and create lasting memories. We understand that teenagers need more than traditional childcare. They need a place where they can socialize, express themselves, explore their interests, and enjoy activities that feel relevant to their age and personalities. The Hangout combines recreation, creativity, entertainment, social experiences, and practical life skills into a flexible camp experience that encourages independence while maintaining appropriate supervision and support. Our Camp Focus **1. Friendship & Social Connections** Creating opportunities for teens to develop meaningful friendships, build social confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with others through shared interests and experiences. **2. Independence & Life Skills** Encouraging age-appropriate independence through decision-making, personal responsibility, organization, money management, cooking, and practical everyday skills. **3. Creativity & Self-Expression** Providing opportunities for teens to explore their interests and express themselves through music, art, technology, photography, media production, and hands-on creative projects. **4. Recreation & Entertainment** Offering engaging activities that allow teens to relax, have fun, stay active, and enjoy recreational experiences with peers. **5. Confidence & Personal Development** Helping teens discover their strengths, try new experiences, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. **6. Community Engagement & Exploration** Introducing opportunities to explore community resources, participate in group outings, develop community awareness, and practice age-appropriate independence in everyday settings. Activities & Camp Experiences The Social Lounge *Where friendships and great conversations begin.* - Comfortable lounge areas for socializing and relaxing - Board games, card games, and group competitions - Conversation games and friendship-building activities - Movie afternoons and themed watch parties - Group discussions and social clubs - Collaborative games and team challenges The Game Zone *Level up your camp experience.* - Video games and friendly gaming competitions - Interactive gaming activities - Trivia tournaments and game-show challenges - Strategy games and puzzles - Team-based challenges and competitions - Indoor recreational games The Creative Studio *Your ideas. Your style. Your space.* - Painting, drawing, and creative art projects - Photography and video production - Music, dance, and karaoke - DIY projects and personalized crafts - Digital design and creative technology - Talent showcases and creative workshops The Life Skills Lab *Building confidence for everyday life.* - Cooking and snack preparation - Budgeting and money management activities - Personal organization and time management - Decision-making and problem-solving - Communication and self-advocacy - Community safety and everyday responsibilities The Adventure Club *New experiences beyond the lounge.* - Community outings and recreational trips - Parks and outdoor activities - Bowling, mini golf, and group entertainment - Community events and seasonal activities - Team-building challenges - Volunteer and community service opportunities The Wellness & Recharge Zone *Take time to reset and recharge.* - Fitness and movement activities - Yoga, stretching, and relaxation - Mindfulness and stress-management activities - Sensory-friendly recreational options - Quiet spaces for independent activities - Journaling and personal reflection Specialized Groups & Additional Support The Hangout Camp welcomes teenagers with a wide range of interests, personalities, abilities, and support needs. Our program is designed to provide an engaging social and recreational experience for all teens while offering additional support for those who may need it. **We have staff with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience and backgrounds working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and other developmental or behavioral support needs.** This experience allows our team to provide a more individualized approach to activities, communication, supervision, and participation. For teens who benefit from additional assistance, The Hangout offers specialized activity groups and individualized support options based on each participant's needs and available staffing. Support options may include: - Smaller group settings with additional staff assistance - Individualized activity modifications and accommodations - Structured routines and visual schedules - Support with communication and peer interactions - Sensory-friendly activities and quiet spaces - Positive behavior support and proactive strategies - Assistance with transitions and daily routines - Support with age-appropriate independence and life skills - Additional supervision and safety planning when appropriate Our team recognizes that every teenager has unique strengths, preferences, and goals. We work with families to understand each teen's individual needs and identify appropriate accommodations that promote meaningful participation. **Our goal is inclusion, not separation.** Specialized groups are available when additional support is beneficial, while opportunities to participate in shared camp activities and build friendships remain an important part of the experience. The Hangout is a recreational activity camp and childcare program. RBT experience does not mean that ABA therapy or other clinical treatment is provided as part of camp services. ## Flexible Camp Options The Hangout is designed to provide families with flexible, private-pay activity and supervision options for teenagers. Planned programming includes: - Hourly drop-in camp sessions - Half-day and full-day camp experiences - After-school social and recreational activities - School-break and holiday camps - Special themed activity days - Community outings and group adventures - Specialized small-group programming for teens needing additional support Camp availability, supervision arrangements, and enrollment are subject to staffing capacity, individual support needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Our Mission At The Hangout Camp, we believe every teenager deserves a place where they feel welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves. Our mission is to create an engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate camp experience that promotes friendship, creativity, independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. Through exciting activities, community experiences, supportive staff, and opportunities for personal growth, we strive to create an environment where teens of all abilities can discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and make memories.

The Hangout Camp Teen Activity & Social Camp | Ages 13–17 **Connect. Create. Explore. Be Yourself.** Welcome to The Hangout! A place to make friends, try new things, discover your interests, and just be yourself! The Hangout Camp is a dynamic, activity-based program designed specifically for teenagers ages 13 through 17. Inspired by the relaxed, social atmosphere of popular teen hangouts and classic sitcoms like *Friends*, our camp provides a welcoming, age-appropriate space where teens can connect with peers, participate in exciting activities, explore their independence, and create lasting memories. We understand that teenagers need more than traditional childcare. They need a place where they can socialize, express themselves, explore their interests, and enjoy activities that feel relevant to their age and personalities. The Hangout combines recreation, creativity, entertainment, social experiences, and practical life skills into a flexible camp experience that encourages independence while maintaining appropriate supervision and support. Our Camp Focus **1. Friendship & Social Connections** Creating opportunities for teens to develop meaningful friendships, build social confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with others through shared interests and experiences. **2. Independence & Life Skills** Encouraging age-appropriate independence through decision-making, personal responsibility, organization, money management, cooking, and practical everyday skills. **3. Creativity & Self-Expression** Providing opportunities for teens to explore their interests and express themselves through music, art, technology, photography, media production, and hands-on creative projects. **4. Recreation & Entertainment** Offering engaging activities that allow teens to relax, have fun, stay active, and enjoy recreational experiences with peers. **5. Confidence & Personal Development** Helping teens discover their strengths, try new experiences, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in a supportive, encouraging environment. **6. Community Engagement & Exploration** Introducing opportunities to explore community resources, participate in group outings, develop community awareness, and practice age-appropriate independence in everyday settings. Activities & Camp Experiences The Social Lounge *Where friendships and great conversations begin.* - Comfortable lounge areas for socializing and relaxing - Board games, card games, and group competitions - Conversation games and friendship-building activities - Movie afternoons and themed watch parties - Group discussions and social clubs - Collaborative games and team challenges The Game Zone *Level up your camp experience.* - Video games and friendly gaming competitions - Interactive gaming activities - Trivia tournaments and game-show challenges - Strategy games and puzzles - Team-based challenges and competitions - Indoor recreational games The Creative Studio *Your ideas. Your style. Your space.* - Painting, drawing, and creative art projects - Photography and video production - Music, dance, and karaoke - DIY projects and personalized crafts - Digital design and creative technology - Talent showcases and creative workshops The Life Skills Lab *Building confidence for everyday life.* - Cooking and snack preparation - Budgeting and money management activities - Personal organization and time management - Decision-making and problem-solving - Communication and self-advocacy - Community safety and everyday responsibilities The Adventure Club *New experiences beyond the lounge.* - Community outings and recreational trips - Parks and outdoor activities - Bowling, mini golf, and group entertainment - Community events and seasonal activities - Team-building challenges - Volunteer and community service opportunities The Wellness & Recharge Zone *Take time to reset and recharge.* - Fitness and movement activities - Yoga, stretching, and relaxation - Mindfulness and stress-management activities - Sensory-friendly recreational options - Quiet spaces for independent activities - Journaling and personal reflection Specialized Groups & Additional Support The Hangout Camp welcomes teenagers with a wide range of interests, personalities, abilities, and support needs. Our program is designed to provide an engaging social and recreational experience for all teens while offering additional support for those who may need it. **We have staff with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience and backgrounds working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and other developmental or behavioral support needs.** This experience allows our team to provide a more individualized approach to activities, communication, supervision, and participation. For teens who benefit from additional assistance, The Hangout offers specialized activity groups and individualized support options based on each participant's needs and available staffing. Support options may include: - Smaller group settings with additional staff assistance - Individualized activity modifications and accommodations - Structured routines and visual schedules - Support with communication and peer interactions - Sensory-friendly activities and quiet spaces - Positive behavior support and proactive strategies - Assistance with transitions and daily routines - Support with age-appropriate independence and life skills - Additional supervision and safety planning when appropriate Our team recognizes that every teenager has unique strengths, preferences, and goals. We work with families to understand each teen's individual needs and identify appropriate accommodations that promote meaningful participation. **Our goal is inclusion, not separation.** Specialized groups are available when additional support is beneficial, while opportunities to participate in shared camp activities and build friendships remain an important part of the experience. The Hangout is a recreational activity camp and childcare program. RBT experience does not mean that ABA therapy or other clinical treatment is provided as part of camp services. ## Flexible Camp Options The Hangout is designed to provide families with flexible, private-pay activity and supervision options for teenagers. Planned programming includes: - Hourly drop-in camp sessions - Half-day and full-day camp experiences - After-school social and recreational activities - School-break and holiday camps - Special themed activity days - Community outings and group adventures - Specialized small-group programming for teens needing additional support Camp availability, supervision arrangements, and enrollment are subject to staffing capacity, individual support needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Our Mission At The Hangout Camp, we believe every teenager deserves a place where they feel welcomed, respected, and free to be themselves. Our mission is to create an engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate camp experience that promotes friendship, creativity, independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. Through exciting activities, community experiences, supportive staff, and opportunities for personal growth, we strive to create an environment where teens of all abilities can discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and make memories.

The theme for Thanksgiving Break is "Gardening, Gathering, and Gratitude." With the cold setting in, campers will harvest our final crops before we winterize the garden and cook with what we've collected. Campers can look forward to cutting kale, digging for potatoes, and Apple Tree Pinata. Any leftovers will go into mini-composting worm bins that campers will make and take home. We'll explore the Arboretum and Mud Park to see how animals are preparing for the winter, before we hunker down with what we've foraged to make centerpieces for the holiday. Time permitting, a nice Fall day wouldn't be complete without hot apple cider and s'mores around a campfire. Additionally with games like Peter Rabbit, Pig Pen, Turkey Hunt, and Fire in the Forest, campers will have a lot to be thankful for this season! Pinnacle's break camp offers a fun & educational outlet for your budding scientists/naturalists (Grades 1-6). Our camps allow kids to continue learning during the days off from school, while having fun, exploring, and designing projects with our dedicated teachers. With lots of time outdoors and hands-on experiments, your children will forget that they're learning.

Pinnacle's School Year break camps offer a fun & educational outlet for your budding scientists/naturalists (grades 1-6). With Spring comes new flowers, vibrant colors, and fun new opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature's colorful awakening. As the days begin to get longer and warmer, we will spend our Spring Break camp outside exploring our garden, harvesting produce for "spring" rolls, and creating colorful projects to welcome the warmth back into our lives. Our camps allow kids to continue learning during the days off from school, while having fun, exploring, and designing projects with our dedicated teachers. With lots of time outdoors and hands-on experiments, your children will forget that they're learning.

Pinnacle's School Year break camps offer a fun & educational outlet for your budding scientists/naturalists (grades 1-6). Our camps allow kids to continue learning during the days off from school, while having fun, exploring, and designing projects with our dedicated teachers. With lots of time outdoors and hands-on experiments, your children will forget that they're learning. Our COVID protocols include masks, temperature checks, frequent hand washing, social distancing, and frequent sanitizing.