Once upon a time, in the colorful state of North Carolina, a bunch of bright-eyed, bushy-tailed kids lived. This wasn't your ordinary bunch though; they were the Crafty Clan, known far and wide for their unmatched talent in Art & Crafts! The state of NC, as their friends called it, was as diverse as a painter's palette, with its majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, lush green forests, sun-kissed beaches, and bustling cities. And right smack in the middle, you'd find the Crafty Clan, painting, gluing, cutting, and creating! Leading the pack was Billy the Brush, a cheeky little character who could paint a masterpiece faster than a squirrel eating a nut. If you thought his hair was wild, you should see his creations! One day it's a life-sized, rainbow-colored unicorn, the next it's a model of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with blinking lights and all. Next, meet the terrific twins, Gluey Gertie and Scissors Sid. Give Gertie a bottle of glue and she can make a sculpture that looks like it's straight out of the North Carolina Museum of Art. Sid, on the other hand, could cut shapes so perfect and precise, even the most finicky Geometry teacher would be beaming with pride. And let's not forget Popsicle Patty, the queen of crafting with anything and everything. Whether it's popsicle sticks, pine cones, or pebbles, Patty could turn them into adorable little creations that everyone in NC adored. Together, these kids filled North Carolina with color, creativity, and so much laughter. And between you and me, they were only just getting started. So, if you're ready for adventure, grab your paintbrushes and glue guns, and let's join the Crafty Clan in their next grand creation!
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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!
Camp Ginger Cascades is a special outdoor program property operated by Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont, nestled in the beautiful foothills of western North Carolina just outside Lenoir. The camp is open to girls of all ages, from 5 to 17, for the summer months, offering both overnight resident and day camp programs. It's a great opportunity for girls to have an outdoor camping experience and make new friends. Not only is Camp Ginger Cascades the perfect summer camp for individual girls, but it also offers year-round facilities for outside rentals, such as band camps, church retreats, family gatherings, and school and troop camping. It's the perfect place for families to get away and spend quality time together. Camp Ginger Cascades is a unique outdoor experience for any girl or group, and it's an exciting way to explore the beauty of the foothills of western North Carolina. So if you're looking for a special way to enjoy the outdoors, consider Camp Ginger Cascades for your summer camp or year-round rental needs.
At the Caldwell Arts Council, we are passionate about promoting the arts in our community. We offer a variety of programs that celebrate art in all its forms, such as Caldwell JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians), Artist in Schools, Foothills Veterans in Art and the Senior Citizen Dulcimer Program. Through these activities, we are helping to improve the quality of life for our citizens. We invite you to join us in our mission of encouraging and maintaining awareness, appreciation, and celebration of art. Your generosity and support will help us to continue our work in Caldwell County's heARTbeat. We hope you will consider donating to the Caldwell Arts Council today and become a part of our efforts to promote the arts. Together, let's make a difference in our community and help to improve the quality of life for our citizens.