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BHC kids camp: A creative, messy and fun time was had by all


By The Kewanee Voice    August 1, 2024
The very messy shaving cream war was a hit. [Submitted photo]

Painting, tie dyeing, slime making, and an extremely messy shaving cream war were just a few of the activities kids recently enjoyed at the Kids Craft Camp at the Black Hawk College Community Education Center in Kewanee.

Tie-dye extravaganza was pure joy for one camper. [Submitted photo]

The four-day camp for kids ages 6-11 was packed with fun and creative activities including:

Tie-Dye Extravaganza

The camp kicked off with a tie-dye session where kids got to design their own vibrant shirts in a kaleidoscope of colors.

Slimy Science

The slime-making workshop combined science and fun as kids created gooey, stretchy slime in a variety of colors and textures.

Snack time was another important part of camp day. [Submitted photo]

Shaving Cream War

The highlight for many of the kids was the shaving cream war. Armed with cans of shaving cream, they engaged in a friendly outdoor battle that left everyone covered in white fluff.

Slip-and-slide and snow cones

The kids cooled off on a slip-and-slide then enjoyed snow cones as a refreshing end to their day.

Campers spent time working on their masterpieces. [Submitted photo]

“The camp allowed kids to explore their creativity, learn new skills, and form new friendships,” said Valerie Painter, coordinator of the Community Education Center. “We look forward to offering it again next summer.”

Black Hawk College also has several classes for adults coming up this fall at the Community Education Center.

Conversational Spanish
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Choose from Sept. 3-26 or Oct. 22 to Nov. 21.
5-7 p.m.
Cost is $65.

Phlebotomy Technician
Mondays and Wednesdays
Sept. 4 to Oct. 16
4:30-8 p.m.
Cost is $765.

Becoming a Substitute Teacher – State of Illinois Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Thursday, Sept. 19
11 a.m. to noon
Free

Accelerated Food Protection Manager Certification (with online exam)
Friday, Dec. 13
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Cost is $140.

For more information, visit www.bhc.edu/pace and click “Register for PaCE online.”