News Release
For Immediate Release: June 3, 2008
Contact Person: Diane Lee, Public Information Officer, 301-334-7730
Elementary Art Camp Scheduled
All Garrett County elementary school students are invited to attend a free Art Camp provided by the Garrett County AmeriCorps members. Students may register for one of the three sessions which are being held at the Oakland Community Center/Armory. The first session, called Camp Colorful Smiles, will be held on June 23 rd from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and is specially designed for children with disabilities (ages 1-16) and their families. The other two sessions are part of Junior Art Day, which will be held on June 24 th . The morning session, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, is for children ages 3 to 7, and the afternoon session, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, is for children ages 8 to 12. Some of the activities will include finger painting, picture frame making, trick photography, scrapbooking, jewelry designing, stuffed animal construction, and rhythm and drumming. For early registration please contact AmeriCorps members Hana Smith or Heather Lander at the Garrett County Health Department at 301-334-7730 or e-mail Americorps@dhmh.state.md.us All camps sessions are supported by Maryland's Center for Maternal and Child Health and Mental Hygiene the Garrett County Arts Council.