The Shakers trace their beginnings to Manchester, England, in 1747. They called themselves The United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing. They soon became known as Shakers because of the trembling, whirling, and shaking that affected them during their spiritually ecstatic worship services. As Millennialists, they believed that Christ's second coming was realized in their leader, Ann Lee, whom they called Mother Ann. Misunderstood and persecuted in their native England, the Shakers nonetheless gathered a small group of enthusiastic followers to their new Christian lifestyle and beliefs. ...

The YMCA was formed in 1844, in London, England, by a young drapery clerk, George Williams, and 11 other young men who shared his concern with the decadence and immorality of 19th-century London. Their original efforts centered on developing a library, reading room and a locale for lectures and Bible study. ...

This camp is ideal for children that play at the recreational level or travel players that are looking for some soccer fun and instruction at the same time. Our professional staff will not only coach the fundamentals of soccer but will teach campers the valuable lesson of teamwork. ...

Founded in 1949 as a non-profit education organization, Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge is dedicated to helping students, teachers and citizens gain a greater awareness and appreciation of the principles of a free and democratic society. ...

Curious Jane summer programs for girls ages 6-12
Toy Design • Lab Science • Animal Nature • Building Workshop • 'Zine Scene • Story Arts & Illustration • DIY Workshop • Robotics... which ones would you choose?! ...

Welcome to ESF Summer Camps at Gilman School! As brothers, we started our first camp in 1982 and we have had a ton of fun ever since! Since 1994 at Gilman, we have offered an award-winning assortment of camps that appeal to children of all ages with varied interests. ...

Whatever interests your child may have, we encourage you to explore these pages and learn more about why ESF is so special. We hope you enjoy our website as much as we do! Should you ever have any questions or if you would like to schedule a tour with us, please feel free to call us anytime at 610-581-7100. We hope to see you this summer! ...

ESF (which stands for Education, Sports, and Fun) has been a pioneering force in summer day camps since its humble beginnings in 1982 by co-founders and brothers Michael and Bill Rouse. Since then, ESF has had a profound impact on children by developing life skills through a dynamic staff, high-quality programs, premier locations, time-honored traditions, and commitment to safety and FUN! Each camp is staffed by teachers and college students who possess a boundless passion for working with children and ESF boasts one of the lowest staff-to-child ratios in the camp industry. ...

ESF offers a unique assortment of
customized camps that appeal to
children of all ages with varied
interests. We have filled our camps
with the perfect blend of education,
sports, and fun. ...

ESF offers three different camps: Day Camp (ages 4-8) features arts & crafts, swimming, sports, music & drama, world cultures, science, fencing, martial arts, archery, theme days, special events and much more. Sports Camp (ages 7-14) offers instruction and league games in soccer, basketball, baseball, street hockey, lacrosse, team handball, football and golf with swimming available daily. Senior Camp (ages 9-15) includes art, swimming, sports, archery, martial arts, fencing and "True Life Adventures" into the worlds of outdoor adventure, drama, engineering, music production, filmmaking, cooking and more. ESF camps offer 2-9 week options. Extended day available. ...