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Featured Things to Do

Jul 24
8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Robotics/Engineering Camps at Reed College

Jul 24
8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Tucker Arts Camp

Jul 24
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Beginning Acting: Dynamic Duos (ages 9-12)

Jul 24
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Page to Stage: Matt de la Peña (ages 5-7)

Jul 24
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Nike Kids Camp Full Day Camp Summer 2025

Jul 24
9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Nature Immersion Summer Camps

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