December  2009           

A newsletter for the CTWorkshop Community in Boston

In This Issue
Upcoming icamps
Oh, the Things You Can Do Around Boston!
Birthday Parties that Rock!
Facebook
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YouTube
Check out projects made by past icampers on our YouTube channel.
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Greetings!
What do these things have in common?
  • a heroic fire-breathing squirrel
  • Harry Potter's quest to destroy the ring of power
  • a digital keyboard interpretation of Bach with an animated music video
  • a Martian tyrannosaurus rex
  • finding the key to the universe at Taco Bell
If you said they were all part of projects made by kids at icamp, give yourself partial credit 'cause that one's pretty easy. If you said they were all part of projects made by kids at last year's February or April break icamps, you get full credit. And if you knew the adventure theme of each project, you get unlimited bonus points! (For those still stumped on that last one, they are Gamemaker, Animation Live, Music Mogul, Mission to Mars, and Rescue.) Registration is open for 2010 Vacation icamps, and details are below. We can't wait to see what new adventures the kids make this year!

Leonid Tunik, Regional Director.
Upcoming icamps
Kids at icamp create their own experience by choosing from 11 adventure themes -like Mission to Mars, Fashion Designer, Gamemaker Guru or Animation Alive, to name just a few- to inspire their own story-based projects. Then they can combine LEGO robotics, video gamemaking, digital design, movie making, or other technology applications that spark their interest to bring their story to life. Visit us on  on YouTube to see some cool project examples, or find us on Facebook page to learn the project back stories and to connect with other parents for discussion and carpooling. For more information about icamp and Children's Technology Workshop, visit our website at www.ctworkshop.com or call our Boston office at 617-395-7527.
 
February icamp in Wellesley, February 15th-19th
Register at 617-395-7527
Full-day: 9am-4pm, $595
AM only: 9am-12pm, $345
PM only: 1pm-4pm, $345
Please note that this will be the last icamp offered at the same prices we've had in effect since 2006. For more information on prices, please read The value of icamp for a detailed breakdown of where your icamp dollar goes. 

April icamp in Newton at the JCC, April 19th-23rd
*Includes an hour of gym at the end of each day.

First-time campers can register on the JCC website or by calling us.
Returning campers (including those at February icamp) should call us at 617-395-7527 to claim their "THANK YOU" discount          (up to $50).
Full-day: 9am-5pm, $675                                    
AM only: 9am-12pm, $395
PM only: 1pm-5pm, $415
Are you a JCC Member? Ask about member pricing specials.

For more CTWBoston programs, see our full schedule.
Oh, the Things You Can Do Around Boston!
Gestural Engineering
Through December the MIT Museum is displaying work by mechanical sculpture artist Arthur Ganson. "Self-described as a cross between a mechanical engineer and a choreographer", Ganson creates moving pieces made from wire, steel, and concrete. See the MIT Museum website for more information.  

Literacise
Have you checked out this exhibit at the Boston Central Library at Copley Square? Kids explore an interactive book that has them hopping and moving through the pages of Jonathan and His Mommy while teaching about the connection between physical     activity and learning. Find out more at the library website.

Stories in the Snow

Crafts, snacks, cider, and reading a story by Newton Author Virginia Lee Burton are part of this family event at the Jackson Homestead on December 29th. The $15 cost per family covers all materials. Call 617-796-1450 for more information.
Birthday Parties that Rock!
Pixellation: Ages 7-10, $20/child. Love the limelight? Make a cool group music video using a special animation technique called Pixellation. 1 hour.
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Build-a-Bug: Ages 9-11, $20/child. Build a kid-powered LEGO creature and race it against your friends. Two options to suit age and ability. 2 hours.

Animation: Ages 9-13, $30/child. Make a movie tribute to the celebrant using an animation technique called Stop-Motion Animation. Your ideas, your story, you keep the movies. 2 hours.

Catapult: Ages 7-11, $25/child. Build and beautify an ancient wooden catapult that hurls paper balls with incredible accuracy. Materials included. 2 hours.

Video Game Design: Ages 9-13, $30/child. Think playing games is fun? Try making them. The group will be so engaged this will be the quietest party you will ever have. A favorite with older kids. Multiple options are available depending on age and level. 2 hours.

To book your party, email parties@ctwboston.com
or call 617-395-7527

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10 children minimum charge. Fees include all materials, but LEGO kits return to us at the end of the party. Food is not included. Ask about our cool party favors!