Totally Rad 80's Themed Summer Art Camp at Sky Village NYC!

 

This summer, we're bringing back the bold, colorful, and creative vibes of the 1980s with an art-focused twist! At Sky Village NYC, kids will dive into the iconic world of 80s pop culture through fun, hands-on art projects, retro games, and collaborative activities. Neon colors, funky patterns, and vintage styles will inspire campers to unleash their creativity and craft amazing works of art!

 

Each day, children will explore different aspects of the 80s through artistic expression, whether they're designing tie-dye shirts, making cassette tape sculptures, or learning about the artistic influence of 80s music and movies. Plus, they'll enjoy outdoor fun, music, and plenty of opportunities to express themselves through movement and imaginative play.

 

For children ages 4-8 years old, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Extended care available until 6:00 PM five days a week!

Flexible weekly registration options are available!

 

Our Totally Tubular Weekly Art Themes:

 

Week 1: Welcome to the 80s

• Get inspired by the bright, bold designs of the decade! 

• Learn about neon color palettes, tie-dye your own camp T-shirt, and create custom retro name tags.

 

Week 2: Retro Arcade-Inspired Art

• Turn classic arcade games into amazing works of art! 

• Paint your own Pac-Man maze, create sculptures of arcade characters, and design your own game-inspired poster.

 

Week 3: 80s Fashion & Pop Art

• Express yourself through 80s fashion and pop art! 

• Create DIY accessories like scrunchies, friendship bracelets, and pins, plus design neon outfits and learn about artists like Keith Haring and Andy Warhol.

 

Week 4: Totally Rad Science & Art

• Combine science and creativity! 

• Explore glow-in-the-dark painting, make your own slime art, and craft futuristic designs inspired by early 80s tech.

 

Week 5: 80s Movies & Music-Inspired Art

• Recreate the magic of iconic 80s movies and music with art! 

• Paint cassette tape murals, design movie posters, and create glowstick art inspired by the era's biggest hits.

 

Week 6: Space & Sci-Fi Creations

• Blast off into the sci-fi world of the 80s! 

• Create galaxy-themed paintings, build “moon bases” with cardboard and recycled materials, and make glowing helmets inspired by Star Wars and E.T.

 

Week 7: Artistic Olympics

• Combine creativity and teamwork with an art-themed Olympic week! Design banners, paint medals, and participate in collaborative art projects to celebrate your team's talents.

 

Week 8: 80's Music Hall of Fame

• Listen and learn all favorite songs of the 80's such as 99 Red Balloons, Girls Just Want to Have Fun and Take on Me!

 

Week 9: 80s Art Showcase & Celebration

• Recap the summer with a gallery-style showcase! 

• Create DIY photo frames and autograph books, and help decorate for an 80s-themed talent show and pizza party.

 

Daily Schedule:

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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Arrival & Morning Warm-Up Start the day with free play or a quick art activity to spark creativity.

 

8:30 AM - 9:15 AM: Icebreakers & Creative Games Fun group activities to get everyone excited, including 80s-inspired art challenges!

 

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM: Snack Break Parents, please pack a snack!

 

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Outdoor Art Adventures Take art outside with collaborative murals, chalk art, or nature-inspired 80s crafts.

 

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Lunch Break & Quiet Time Recharge with lunch, quiet reading, or storytelling.

 

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Art-Focused Workshop Dive into the daily art project, from painting and sculpting to tie-dyeing and crafting.

 

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Mixed Media & Movement Explore how art connects with music, dance, and physical activity—like creating your own art-inspired dance moves or designing costumes for a mini 80s show!

 

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Early Pick-up/Transition to Extended Care

 

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Transfer to Sky Village 21st St. (23-81 21st St.)

 

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Sustainable Living Activities, Indoor Soccer, Fun Friday

 

Indoor Soccer — Mondays & Wednesdays

Children will focus on gross motor skills and foot work, primarily using fun games to help them build skills, cultivate discipline, and develop a healthy love for team sports! 

 

Sustainable Living Activities — Tuesdays & Thursdays

Explore sustainable living practices and explore habitats such as Arcosanti, Biodome and Earthships. We will also experiment with making our own laundry soup, natural tie dye and fermentation!

 

Fun Friday

Occasionally we’ll watch a classic 80s movie for kids, like The Goonies, E.T., or Karate Kid.

 

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Pick-Up & Cool-Down

 

**For any questions, reach out to Shasta Molnar (activity director and Sky Village NYC business owner) at 917-608-1658. Let’s get this 80’s party started!

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