The Happy Campers Project

The Happy Campers Project is our summer camp for students in ages 6 to 13. The classes are offered for two different age groups so their learning experience is more intimate and successful!

What is The Happy Campers Project?

2026 Happy Campers Project Classes

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2026 Happy Campers Project Classes -

DJ’ING 101 with Dwight Miller

Come set a vibe and get hands on with mixing music! Learn about the history of dj’ing, gear, and how to keep the fun going.

Monday, June 29th - Friday, July 3rd
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Ages 6 - 9
1:00 - 3:00 pm: Ages 10 - 13
Location: Arts Council Gallery

Ceramics/Mixed Media Camp: Teacher TBD

One section will be traditional ceramic techniques, and one section will be 3D Mixed Media processes.

Monday, July 6th - Friday, July 10th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Ages 6 - 9
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Ages 10 - 13
Location: Arts Council Gallery

Eater’s Digest: Teacher TDB

In this hands-on writing class, young writers will explore the delicious intersection of storytelling and the culinary arts—right here in our community.

Monday, July 13th - Friday, July 17th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Ages 6 - 9
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Ages 10 - 13
Location: Arts Council Gallery & Local Shops and Restaurants

The Free Range Mess Fest: Teacher TDB

Get ready to splash, squish, smear, and explore! Messy Adventures is a high-energy art class where creativity comes first and clean hands come last.

Monday, July 20th - Friday, July 24th
9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Ages 6 - 9
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Ages 10 - 13
Location: Arts Council Gallery

Cartoons & Anime with Tiffany Johnksoki

A class centered on learning the techniques and skills behind cartooning, anime, and comic books.

Monday, July 27th - Friday, July 31st
9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Ages 6 - 9
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Ages 10 - 13
Location: Arts Council Gallery

Registration begins on Monday, February 9th! Click here to sign up!

2025 Happy Campers Project Photos


Final Performance

Check out the final performance from the Strings with Steele class! Reuben and Oliver performed on the lyres they built and decorated in class!

2025 Sponsors

Dr. Edwin Smith Memorial


2024 Happy Campers Project

Thank You to Our Sponsors: Jerry Ford Enterprises, First Midwest Bank, and Joshua Hobold & Thomas Blattel