THRIVE Camps 2026
Hosted by WCPL and Warren County Parks & Recreation:
FREE & fun for the entire family!
NOTE: These summer day camps are designed for kids accompanied by parents, guardians, or caregivers!
Please register at least one adult with each group.
Bug Bonanza Camp
Join us for a week of buggy wonders, creepy crawly activities, a talk & bug walk with bug influencer “All Bugs Go to Kevin,” and a bug parade!
- Dates: June 8-11 (Monday through Thursday)
- Times: 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Locations: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday will take place at Buchanon Park Gym (9222 Nashville Rd). Tuesday we will meet at The Capitol (416 E Main) for a movie.
- Target age range: Elementary
Registration groups must include 1 adult for up to 10 kids. Register under the name of the adult who will be attending, then add additional campers.
Camp Half-Blood Camp
This camp is perfect for Percy Jackson fans and will include Greek Myths, armor building, themed crafts, archery demo, quests & Olympic Games!
- Dates: June 22-25 (Monday through Thursday)
- Times: 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Target age range: Elementary
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday of Camp Half-Blood will take place at Buchanon Park Gym (9222 Nashville Rd). Tuesday we will meet at The Capitol (416 E Main) for a movie.
Registration groups must include 1 adult for up to 10 kids. Register under the name of the adult who will be attending, then add additional campers.
Rocket Camp
Join us for a week of rocket science and space exploration! Build your own rockets, and get ready for launch day!
- Dates: July 6-9 (Monday – Thursday)
- Times: 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Locations: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday of Rocket Camp will take place at Buchanon Park Gym (9222 Nashville Rd). Tuesday we will meet at The Capitol (416 E Main) for a movie.
- Target age range: Elementary
Registration groups must include 1 adult for up to 10 kids. Register under the name of the adult who will be attending, then add additional campers.
Block Party Camp
Join us for a week of Minecraft fun! Dig, build, explore, and learn about the world of Minecraft, as well as the world right outside!
- Dates: July 20-23 (Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday of Block Party Camp will take place at Buchanon Park Gym (9222 Nashville Rd). Tuesday we will meet at The Capitol (416 E Main) for a movie.
- Times: 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (M-Th)
- Target age range: Elementary
Registration groups must include 1 adult for up to 10 kids. Register under the name of the adult who will be attending, then add additional campers.
Theatre Camps at
The Capitol
Kids' Theatre Camp
Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
We are so excited to welcome our 5-12 year olds back to the Capitol stage for a weeklong camp! Participants will learn the basics of theatrical voice, movement and character development as well as cultivate lifelong skills such as learning to work as a team and public speaking with confidence. More than anything, we hope this camp will be filled with fun and friendship!
*We recommend that all campers be at a first grade reading level.*
For more information, email magnoliag@warrenpl.org.
Kids' Theatre Camp
Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
We are so excited to welcome our 5-12 year olds back to the Capitol stage for a weeklong camp! Participants will learn the basics of theatrical voice, movement and character development as well as cultivate lifelong skills such as learning to work as a team and public speaking with confidence. More than anything, we hope this camp will be filled with fun and friendship!
*We recommend that all campers be at a first grade reading level.*
For more information, email magnoliag@warrenpl.org. NOTE: If the camp maxes out, join the waitlist HERE.
Teen Theatre Intensive #1: Tech Week
June 8 – June 12
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
For ages: 12-18 (non-college)
What goes on behind the scenes of a theatrical production? This week we’ll be discussing and experimenting with drafting, crafting scenery and props, lighting a stage, changeovers, scene transitions, and putting it all together for one big show! Join us for this backstage crash course!
Anticipated timeline (subject to change):
- Monday – Lighting
- Tuesday – Drafting and Scenery Construction
- Wednesday – Sound
- Thursday – Stage Operations
- Friday – Running the Show
For more information, email kjw@warrenpl.org or samt@warrenpl.org.
Teen Theatre Intensive #2: As You Like It
June 22 – June 26
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
For ages: 12-18 (non-college)
Join us for a week long, non auditioned based, rehearsal process for William Shakespere’s As You Like It! During this intensive we will discuss and rehearse a 20-30 minute cut of the classic comedy. June 26th will feature an invited showcase.
The plot: Rosalind, disguised as a man in the forest, encounters her love, Orlando. She guides him through a series of trials to test his love.
For more information, email kjw@warrenpl.org or samt@warrenpl.org.