The Community Classroom

Movie Magic
2026-01-19 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🍿 Movie Magic Camp
January 19 | 1–4 PM | Ages 6–9, 10+ as Counselors-in-Training
Roll out the red carpet—it’s time for Movie Magic Camp! Campers will step into the spotlight and down the red carpet for an afternoon of crafts, cocoa, and cinematic fun. We’ll decorate personalized popcorn containers, explore the science behind popcorn, and sip from our hot chocolate bar before settling in for a cozy movie screening.
It’s the perfect mix of creativity, curiosity, and classic movie magic—complete with popcorn, of course! Drop-off + pickup is at High Five Books. Movie = Sing.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please register once logged in the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click for registration.
If you want to register for multiple camps or club opportunities, please email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com.

Love Lab: Valentine’s Science (Full)
2026-02-04 12:00 - 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
💖 Love Lab: Valentine’s Science (Full)
Date: Tuesday, February 4 | Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Ages: 6–10
This Valentine’s Day, little scientists will mix, fizz, and explore the science of the heart! Campers will:

Make fizzy Valentine hearts and magical bath bombs
Build a pumping heart model to see how blood flows
Create Valentine cards to share with friends and family

With hands-on experiments, creative crafts, and festive take-home projects, this camp is equal parts science, magic, and Valentine fun. Campers leave with their own experiments, crafts, and a deeper love for science!
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please register once logged in the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.
If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com.

Dragon Academy: Adopt Your Dragon! (2 spots left)
2026-02-16 13:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🐉 Dragon Academy: Adopt Your Dragon! (2 spots left)
Date: February 16 | Time: 1-4PM | Ages: 6–9, 10+ CIT
Welcome to Dragon Academy, where young adventurers become official dragon caretakers! Campers will adopt their very own dragon, complete with an adoption certificate, and bring it to life with custom habitats, magical accessories, and personalized gear.
Through hands-on crafts, imaginative play, and dragon-themed activities, kids will:

Design a home for their dragon
Craft optional wings or magical items
Train and play games with their dragon (and you know we’ll throw in some dragon science!)
Take home their dragon, certificate, and all their creations

Perfect for little fantasy fans who love crafting, storytelling, and magical adventures — your dragon awaits!
*Cost includes on plush dragon FOR KEEPS!
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please register once logged in the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.
If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com.

Golden Mission: K-Pop Science (Full)
2026-02-17 13:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🎤✨ Golden Mission: K-Pop Science (Full)
Ages 6–9 (Ages 10+ as CITs)
Step into the spotlight—this camp is where science, style, and storytelling collide!
Campers become Golden Demon Hunters: a team that uses creativity, gadgets, and K-pop sparkle to protect the positive vibes. Through STEAM challenges and design adventures, kids build their characters, gear, and teamwork.
🛠️ What we do:
✨ Design Your HunterKids create their hero persona with:

name & symbol

powers & personality

paper-doll–style outfit design

mix-and-match fashion pieces and accessories

✨ Light-Up Gadget LabCampers engineer glow gear using simple circuits to keep the team powered up.
✨ Demon-Catching ContraptionKids invent and test a playful capture device using recycled materials, pulleys, traps, and teamwork.
✨ Choreo & CheerWe learn a short, upbeat routine—because saving the world is more fun with rhythm.
✨ Mini ShowcaseThe day ends with a celebration of:

character reveal + outfit boards

invention demos

group performance

🧠 Skills they build:

creativity + design thinking

engineering + problem-solving

collaboration + communication

confidence and performance skills

💫 What they take home:

character sheets + outfit designs

a light-up gadget

a Demon Hunter Badge

How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please register once logged in the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.
If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com

Mystery Solvers: Crack the Case! (6 spots left)
2026-02-18 13:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🕵️‍♂️🔍 Mystery Solvers: Crack the Case! (6 spots left)
A Half-Day Adventure in Clues, Codes, and Critical Thinking: February 18th from 1- 4
Calling all curious kids! In Mystery Solvers, campers step into the shoes of junior detectives as they work together to unravel a playful, science-infused mystery. Teams will travel through hands-on clue stations—each one unlocking part of the bigger puzzle.
Campers will:
🧩 Decode secret messages using kid-friendly ciphers
🔬 Analyze “evidence” like mystery powders, fingerprints, maps, or artifacts
🗺️ Follow clues from station to station to gather information
🤝 Collaborate in detective teams to put the pieces together
🎉 Crack the final case and celebrate their big reveal moment!
This camp builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, and confidence—all wrapped up in an exciting, story-driven adventure. Perfect for kids who love puzzles, escape rooms, mysteries, and hands-on activities.
Each camper goes home with their own Detective Notebook and Junior Investigator Badge.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please register once logged in the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.
If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com.

Full: Leprechaun Science and Solar Secrets
2026-03-11 12:00 - 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
FULL🍀☀️ Leprechaun Science & Solar Secrets
Get ready for an afternoon filled with magical mischief and hands-on STEM! In Leprechaun Science & Solar Secrets, kids dive into the playful world of leprechaun science through colorful, fizzy experiments and imaginative engineering challenges.
Campers will use science to create and read secret Leprechaun messages, design and build their own clever leprechaun traps, and craft a fully functioning sundial to take home. Through creativity and curiosity, they’ll discover how science and St. Patrick’s Day make the perfect pair.
It’s a magical, memorable experience your child will talk about long after the leprechauns have vanished!
Kids take home: a sundial, a leprechaun trap, and a Leprechaun Scientist Certificate.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please register once logged in the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.
If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com

FULL: Reuse & Recycle: Creative Makers Camp
2026-04-01 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
FULL♻️✨ Reuse & Recycle: Creative Makers Camp
A Hands-On Half Day of Green Creativity | 12–4 PM, April 1 | Ages 6-10, 10+ as counselors-in-training
In this eco-inspired mini-camp, kids discover how fun sustainability can be! Through hands-on projects and creative challenges, campers learn practical skills while turning everyday “throw-aways” into imaginative new treasures.
Campers will:
🧵 Learn simple mending skills like stitching buttons, patching small holes, and giving old clothes new life
🎨 Create upcycled crafts using materials such as jars, cardboard, fabric scraps, and paper tubes
📄 Make their own handmade paper, learning how recycling works from start to finish
💡 Explore the power of reusing through guided challenges that turn “junk” into useful or artistic creations
This camp blends creativity, practical life skills, and environmental awareness—perfect for kids who love making things, crafting, or inventing.
Each camper leaves with:
✔️ Their handmade paper
✔️ Upcycled art or DIY creations
✔️ A “Fix-It & Make-It” skills card to show off what they learned
A fun and meaningful afternoon that sparks creativity and confidence!

Manga Club
2026-04-03 16:00 - 2026-06-12 17:30 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
📚✨ Manga Club
Fridays, 4:00–5:30 PM | $275
April 3, 10, 17th · May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 · June 5, 12
Ages 8–11 | Ages 12+ as Counselors-in-Training (CITs)
Calling all manga fans and curious readers! Manga Club is a weekly gathering for kids who love stories told through art, action, and emotion. Through reading, discussion, art, and creative storytelling, participants will explore manga as both a literary form and a powerful way to communicate ideas and feelings.
Each session will begin with shared reading from age-appropriate manga, focusing on how stories are told through panels, expressions, pacing, and visual details. Kids will practice reading manga format (right-to-left), talk about characters and choices, and make connections between the story and their own experiences—building both literacy skills and social-emotional awareness.
Creative time will invite kids to:

✍️ Write dialogue, captions, or short scenes
🎨 Design characters, settings, and expressions
📖 Create short manga panels or mini-comics
🧠 Explore themes like friendship, perseverance, identity, and growth

Participants ages 12 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training (CITs), supporting younger readers, helping facilitate discussions and activities, and building leadership and collaboration skills—all while deepening their own understanding of storytelling and visual literacy.
Manga Club is perfect for kids who:

Love graphic novels and visual storytelling
Enjoy drawing, writing, and creative expression
Are building confidence as readers
Want to connect with peers over shared interests

*Please note the meeting on April 17th will be at The Community Classroom.
Please register using the calendar with links below. If you have attended a Community Classroom event or are a current or former client, please log in with your Tutorbird access and register. Lastly, please make sure you are choosing the right month, date, and time on the calendar below.

Mythology Club
2026-04-06 15:30 - 2026-06-15 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🌟 Mythology Club
Ages 6–9 | Ages 10+ as Counselors-in-Training (CITs)
Mondays at High Five Books, 3:30–5:00 PM
April 6, 13, 27 · May 4, 11, 18 · June 1, 8, 15
Step into a world of gods, heroes, magical creatures, and legendary adventures! In Mythology Club, children will explore myths and folktales from cultures around the world through reading, discussion, writing, art, and imaginative play.
Each week, participants will listen to and read age-appropriate myths, talk about big ideas like bravery, kindness, fairness, and perseverance, and bring stories to life through creative projects such as drawing, storytelling, and hands-on activities. The club is designed to support social-emotional learning, helping children identify emotions, make connections to their own lives, and practice collaboration and empathy.
Children ages 10 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training (CITs). CITs will build leadership skills by supporting younger participants during reading time, helping facilitate discussions and activities, and modeling positive communication and teamwork—all while diving deeper into mythology themselves.
This multi-week club blends literacy, creativity, and community, giving kids space to imagine boldly, express themselves, and discover the timeless stories that have shaped cultures across the world.
✨ No prior mythology experience needed—just curiosity and a love of stories!
Please register at the link below. If you have attended a Community Classroom event or are a current or former client, please log in with your Tutorbird access. Lastly, please make sure you are choosing the right month, date, and time on the calendar below.

Fairy Club
2026-04-07 15:30 - 2026-06-16 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
✨ Fairy Club
Tuesdays at High Five Books, 3:30–5:00 PM
April 7, 14, 28 · May 5, 12, 19, 26 · June 2, 9, 16
$275
Calling all fae enthusiasts! Welcome to Fairy Club, a magical afterschool adventure where imagination takes flight and stories sparkle with possibility! Each week, children will gather for a cozy, creative session rooted in rich literature, storytelling, art, writing, and playful exploration.
We’ll begin each session with a beautifully written fairy story or nature-inspired tale, setting the tone for imaginative discussion and wonder. From there, children will dive into creative projects—drawing, crafting, writing, and building—bringing fairy worlds and characters to life in their own unique ways.
Each Fairy Club member will also adopt a fairy of their own to take home (don’t worry, caregivers—it’s a stuffy, not a real fairy… because we all know how messy real fairies are and how the glitter gets everywhere). This adopted fairy will help guide our ongoing conversations about feelings, friendships, problem-solving, and growing confidence, supporting gentle social-emotional learning through storytelling and play.
Children will design and build fairy habitats using natural and creative materials, thinking about what their fairy might need to feel safe, cozy, and cared for. These habitats inspire imaginative play while also encouraging empathy, responsibility, and creative problem-solving.
Children ages 10 and up are invited to join as Counselors-in-Training (CITs). CITs will build leadership skills by supporting younger participants during reading time, helping facilitate discussions and activities, and modeling positive communication and teamwork—all while diving deeper into the fairy world themselves.
Fairy Club is perfect for children who love:

Stories and imaginative play
Art, writing, and hands-on creation
Nature, magic, and gentle science exploration
Learning social skills through play and storytelling

Price includes one small fairy to take home after our last session.
🧚‍♀️ No fairy wings required. Just curiosity, creativity, and a love of stories.
Please register using the calendar with links below. If you have attended a Community Classroom event or are a current or former client, please log in with your Tutorbird access and register. Lastly, please make sure you are choosing the right month, date, and time on the calendar below.

Cryptid Club
2026-04-09 15:30 - 2026-06-11 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
👣 Cryptid Club
Thursdays, 3:30–5:00 PM
April 2, 9, 16, 30 · May 7, 14, 21, 28 · June 4, 11
$275
Ages 6–9 | Ages 10+ as Counselors-in-Training (CITs)
Grab your field notebook, it’s time to investigate! Cryptid Club invites curious kids to explore legendary creatures from around the world through stories, science, writing, art, and imaginative play. From Bigfoot to the Loch Ness Monster (and plenty of lesser-known local legends), children will dive into the mysteries of cryptids in a way that’s playful, thoughtful, and age-appropriate.
Each session will begin with rich literature and storytelling, setting the stage for discussion about what makes a story believable, how legends are created, and why humans love mysteries. Together, we’ll ask big questions: What’s fact? What’s folklore? How do we look for evidence?
Club activities will blend creativity and critical thinking, including:

✍️ Writing & storytelling (cryptid journals, eyewitness accounts, creature profiles)
🎨 Art & design (create-your-own cryptid, maps, posters, and field sketches)
🔍 Science & inquiry (habitats, camouflage, animal adaptations, and observation skills)
🧠 Social-emotional learning through teamwork, curiosity, and respectful discussion

Children ages 10 and up may join as Counselors-in-Training (CITs), building leadership skills by helping younger members with reading, investigations, and group activities while modeling curiosity, kindness, and collaboration.
Cryptid Club is perfect for kids who love:

Mysterious creatures and legends
Science, nature, and asking “what if?”
Drawing, writing, and creative world-building
Learning through exploration and teamwork

And don’t worry, caregivers. It’s not too spooky. Just the right amount of mystery!
Please register using the calendar with links below. If you have attended a Community Classroom event or are a current or former client, please log in with your Tutorbird access and register. Lastly, please make sure you are choosing the right month, date, and time on the calendar below.

National Unicorn Day Celebration
2026-04-09 16:00 - 18:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
Bring your family and meet a REAL. LIVE. UNICORN! On the patio at High Five Books and brought to you by High Five Books, A2Z Science and Learning Toy Store, and The Community Classroom. I
Also! Learn about spring & summer learning opportunities for Northampton-area families.

Spring Egg-Stravaganza Science Camp
2026-05-06 12:00 - 16:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🥚🌼 Spring Egg-Stravaganza Science Camp
A Cracking Good Half-Day Adventure | 12–4 PM, May 6th
Get ready for a shell-shocking afternoon of hands-on science! In this spring-themed camp, kids explore the amazing science of eggs—how they work, how strong they really are, and the surprising creatures that lay them.
Campers will dive into:
🔬 Egg Drop Engineering Challenge
Kids design their own protective contraptions to keep an egg safe from a big drop! They’ll test, redesign, and compete to see which structure stands up to gravity.
💥 Eggshell Strength Lab
Why can’t you crush an egg in your hand? Kids investigate the surprising physics behind nature’s perfect little engineering marvel, testing pressure, force, and shape.
🧪 Egg Experiments (No Heat Needed!)
Try a classic: make a bouncy “naked egg” using a simple chemical reaction that dissolves the shell but leaves the egg intact and jiggly!
🐣 Who Lays Eggs? (Hint: Not Just Birds!)
Explore the wild world of oviparous animals—reptiles, amphibians, insects, fish, and even a few mammals (hello, platypus!). Kids match creatures to their eggs and learn how different species protect their young.
🎨 Egg Art & Decorating Station
Wrap up with a creative, mess-friendly decorating project—marbled eggs, watercolor patterns, or eco-friendly natural dyes.
Each camper goes home with:
✔️ Their bouncy egg experiment (in a sealed container)
✔️ Egg art creations
✔️ A Spring Science Explorer mini-zine
An egg-cellent mix of engineering, biology, chemistry, and creativity—all in one exciting half-day! Plus, lots of puns. 🙂

Sprout Squad: The Science of Gardening
2026-05-27 12:00 - 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
Sprout Squad: The Science of Gardening
A Hands-on Half-Day Adventure | 12–4 PM on May 27th
Roll up your sleeves, t’s time to dig into spring! In this special camp, kids become real Junior Garden Helpers, learning how gardens grow, why compost matters, and how they can care for the earth right in their own community.
We’ll kick things off with a fun, kid-friendly composting lesson where campers explore what happens to food scraps, why decomposition is amazing, and how soil gets built. Kids are invited to bring a small container of food scraps from home—banana peels, veggie ends, eggshells, and more—to investigate, sort, and add to a real compost pile. (Gross… but extremely fun!). And yes, we’ll be playing with and learning about worms as well.
Then we’ll head outdoors to help with real spring garden tasks. Activities could include:
🌱 Planting early spring seeds
🪣 Spreading compost or mulch
🧹 Tidying beds for the growing season
🌼 Learning about pollinators and soil critters
🪴 Helping prep the community garden for visitors
Back indoors, campers create their own take-home projects, which may include:
🌿 Seed-starting pots (using recycled materials)
🎨 Garden marker art for home gardens
📘 “My Spring Garden Plan” mini booklet
This camp blends science, sustainability, teamwork, and outdoor fun. It’s perfect for curious kids who love to get their hands dirty and make a real impact in their community garden.

Sew Magical: Fairy Hand Sewing Camp
2026-07-06 09:00 - 2026-07-10 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
Sew Magical: Fairy Hand Sewing Camp
July 6-10th from 9 am-12 pm with Stella
Ages 6-9 (CIT 10+)
Step into a world of imagination, creativity, and stitches! In this camp, fairy tailors will begin the week by creating their very own magical pouch—a special place to collect treasures, notes, and fairy-sized surprises as the week unfolds.
Through hands-on sewing projects, campers will strengthen fine motor skills, build patience and focus, and gain confidence working with real tools and materials. Each day blends storytelling, design, and practical sewing techniques, emphasizing lifelong art skills and creative problem-solving. Fairy tailors will leave with both beautiful creations and a sense of pride in what they can make.
If caregivers are looking for a full day, we offer a Lunch Bunch for a small additional fee ($10) and then a second half day program (Unicorn Academy).
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note your child is not registered until the invoice is paid.

Unicorn Academy Camp
2026-07-06 13:00 - 2026-07-10 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🦄 Unicorn Academy
July 6-10th | 1:00–4:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9 | CITs ages 10+
Calling all dreamers and believers! This summer camp invites kids into an enchanting world filled with magic, creativity, and adventure. Each camper adopts their own plush unicorn, names it, accessorizes for it, and learns how to care for it throughout the week. All the while our unicorn parents are learning social skills and building confidence.
From unicorn training school and magical art projects to literacy time in the “Story Meadow” and outdoor adventures around Florence, this camp blends imagination, responsibility, and joy. Highlights include unicorn habitat building, scavenger hunts, cupcake decorating, and a grand Unicorn Parade for families at the end of the week.
To register, use the calendar below. please make sure you forward the calendar to the right month, start date, and start time.

Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp (Section A)
2026-07-13 13:00 - 2026-07-17 17:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
✍️ Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp (Section A)
Section A: July 13-17th | 1:00–5:00 PM | with Shari
Ages 8–11 | CITs ages 12+
A camp for storytellers, doodlers, and big imaginations. Young Authors and Illustrators will write, illustrate, and bring their own stories to life through researching their community, creative exploration, and collaborative sharing. We’ll partner with the David Ruggles Center to research the history of Florence, learn research skills from the librarians at Lilly Library, and get writing advice from a renown author (we’ve had Grace Lin and Heidi Stemple the past few years!). Authors will learn about the history of the silk industry in Florence and hand dye their own silk end papers. This camp culminates with an optional Meet the Author event at the Florence Farmers Market and then their books are on exhibit (if the author would like) at Lilly Library. Perfect for kids who love books, art, and expressing their ideas on the page.
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Sparkle Science Camp: The Science of Shine
2026-07-20 09:00 - 2026-07-24 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
✨ Sparkle Science Camp: The Science of Shine
July 20-24 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9 | 10+ CITs
Why do things shimmer, glow, and sparkle? In Sparkle Science Camp, kids explore the science behind light and color through wow-worthy experiments. Campers will grow sugar crystals, test UV-reactive bracelets in sunlight, play with prisms and mirrors, make sparkle slime, and build kaleidoscopes to take home.
This camp blends real science with serious dazzle—perfect for curious makers who love learning and a little sparkle.
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp (Section B)
2026-07-20 13:00 - 2026-07-24 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
✍️ Young Authors & Illustrators: A Bookmaking Camp
Section B: July 20-24th | 1:00–5:00 PM | with Shari
Ages 8–11, CITs 12+
A camp for storytellers, doodlers, and big imaginations. Young Authors and Illustrators will write, illustrate, and bring their own stories to life through researching their community, creative exploration, and collaborative sharing. We’ll partner with the David Ruggles Center to research the history of Florence, learn research skills from the librarians at Lilly Library, and get writing advice from a renown author (we’ve had Grace Lin and Heidi Stemple the past few years!). Authors will learn about the history of the silk industry in Florence and hand dye their own silk end papers. This camp culminates with an optional Meet the Author event at the Florence Farmers Market and then their books are on exhibit (if the author would like) at Lilly Library. Perfect for kids who love books, art, and expressing their ideas on the page.
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Leadership Lab Camp
2026-07-27 13:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00 | High Five Books, 141 N Main Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
🌱 Leadership Lab
July 27-31 | 1:00–5:00 PM | with Stella |
Ages 8-11, CIT 12+ | 📍 High Five Books
Leadership Lab is a field-trip–based camp designed to help young leaders blossom. Campers take on short internships within the Florence and Northampton community, learning how their voices and actions can make a difference.
Along the way, they’ll practice public speaking, teamwork, and community engagement, while also learning how to lead games and icebreakers. This camp is ideal for kids ready to grow their confidence, take on responsibility, and lead with purpose—without it ever feeling like “just school.”
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Mini-Detectives Forensic Science Camp
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-07 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🕵️‍♀️ Mini-Detectives Forensic Science Camp
August 3-7th | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9, CITs 10+
Calling all curious kids and sharp-eyed sleuths! Mini-Detectives Forensic Science Camp invites young investigators to solve mysteries using kid-friendly forensic techniques. Campers will analyze fingerprints, decode secret messages, examine “evidence,” and use observation and teamwork to crack daily cases.
This camp blends STEM learning with imaginative play, encouraging critical thinking and collaboration in a fun, supportive environment.
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

(FULL) BakeLab: The Science of Sweet and Savory
2026-08-10 09:00 - 2026-08-14 12:00 | Florence Civic Center, 90 Park Street, Florence, MA, 01062, United States
FULL 🍰 BakeLab: The Science of Sweet & Savory
August 10-14 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | 📍Florence Civic Center
Ages 8-11, CIT 12+
In BakeLab, kids become food scientists! Campers experiment with leavening agents, emulsions, fermentation, and heat as they bake cookies, quick breads, sourdough, brownies, and more. They’ll explore ingredient swaps, texture experiments, and how science transforms food. Taught by an AP science teacher who loves the combination of baking + chemistry! This is her 3rd year teaching a science + baking camp and folks! It fills up quickly.
The big idea? Understanding how ingredients interact—and how curiosity makes everything better.
CIT Program (Ages 12+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

College Essay and Self-Discovery Camp
2026-08-10 13:00 - 2026-08-14 16:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
✍️ College Essay & Self-Discovery
August 10–14 | 1:00–4:00 PM | with Kali
For high school students (especially rising seniors)
This supportive, reflective writing experience helps teens uncover their authentic voice—whether they’re preparing for college applications or simply strengthening their writing skills. Through guided prompts, discussion, and one-on-one feedback, students explore personal values, experiences, and stories that matter to them.
Students leave with strong ideas, clearer direction, and tools that extend far beyond a single essay.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.

Camp Swiftie
2026-08-17 09:00 - 2026-08-21 12:00 | The Community Classroom, 86 Maple Street, Florence, Massachusetts, 01062
🎤✨ Camp Swiftie
August 17 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | with Kali
Ages 6–9, CITs 10+
Camp Swiftie is a creative, confidence-boosting experience inspired by Taylor Swift’s eras, storytelling, and friendship. Campers design their own Era outfits, create mini album covers with track lists, make and trade friendship bracelets, and play Swiftie Trivia Bingo.
It’s a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and self-expression—with plenty of sparkle.
CIT Program (Ages 10+)
Older students can join as Counselors-in-Training, gaining leadership skills while helping younger kids write, build circuits, explore materials, and contribute to a calm, joyful club community.
How to register:

If you are an existing client or have attended a camp previously, please log in and register on the Tutorbird platform.
New clients and students: Please find the correct date and time of the event on the calendar below, then click “Book and Sign Up” for registration.

If you are wanting to register for multiple camp and/or afterschool club opportunities, you can email megan@thecommunityclassroom.com and you will be sent an invoice. Please note you are not officially registered until the invoice is paid.
