MJCCA 2017 Summer Day Camps Provide Exciting Options for Families Living in Northern Suburbs

The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta offers one of the most popular summer day camp programs in metro Atlanta. With a convenient North Fulton location, and free bus transportation, rising K � 6th graders can experience a summer of adventure

The MJCCA Day Camps North Fulton is located at Congregation Dor Tamid (11165 Parsons Road, Johns Creek).

For added convenience, free bus transportation will be available in both Peachtree Corners at The Forum (5155 Peachtree Parkway), and in Alpharetta at Publix (4305 State Bridge Road, at Old Milton & Kimball & State Bridge). Campers who attend five or more weeks of camp (per camper) are eligible to receive a $25/week discount.

• MJCCA SPECIALTY CAMPS IN NORTH FULTON (Rising K – 2^nd Graders)

Specialty Camps include Science Discovery; Project Invent; Retro Art; LEGOLAND®; Creative Chefs; Animal Planet, and Discover Disney

• MJCCA TRADITIONAL CAMPS IN NORTH FULTON (Rising K – 6^th Graders)

Camp Isidore Alterman Traditional Camps include a wide range of fun activities such as archery; arts & crafts; Israeli culture; sports; gaga, and more.

The MJCCA offers more than 100 smile-inducing summer day camp options at four locations in metro Atlanta. Each week, counselors will incorporate five character-building values into the daily activities of each camp program including community, respect, friendship, acceptance, and learning.

For the first time, two thrilling overnight camps will be offered:

Youth Sports Academy, a weeklong, overnight sports camp that incorporates athletic development and character-building. Powered by the Atlanta Hawks, campers will sharpen their athletic skills under the guidance and training from professional coaches, at Kennesaw State University’s Marietta campus, and compete in its state-of-the-art sports complex under the supervision of the Sherry & Harry Maziar Sports Camps staff. Offered Sunday, June 18 – Friday, June 23 for boy and girls in rising 4^th – 7^th grades.

Huntsville Space Camp, an overnight camp that will send rising 4^th – 8^th grade boys and girls over the moon and back! The weeklong camp begins Monday, July 10 and runs through Friday, July 14 starting with an exploration of the space realm at the MJCCA’s Zaban Park campus, and then a two-night trip to the Huntsville Space Camp. Outer space-loving campers will get to experience a one-of-a-kind space mission, and astronaut training on authentic simulators at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center.

About the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)

The MJCCA is committed to strengthening the quality of life throughout metro Atlanta, and is recognized as one of the most highly regarded Jewish community centers nationally. From preschoolers and adolescents, to young adults and seniors, the MJCCA offers unique and engaging programs, events and services for every member of the community. Please visit us on the web at www.atlantajcc.org.

PHOTO COURTESY OF MJCCA

Caption: From stage to outer space, the MJCCA has a summer day camp for every interest imaginable. MJCCA’s Day Camps North Fulton offer specific camps for boys and girls, ranging from rising K through 6^th graders, and is conveniently located in Johns Creek. Free bus transportation is provided from locations in both Peachtree Corners and Alpharetta.

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