Once upon a time, in the sunny, sandy state of South Carolina, where the air smells like salt water and barbecue, a group of extraordinary kids gathered every weekend to engage in a fantastic activity. The activity was no ordinary one. It was Painting! These weren't just any paintings though, oh no! They were colorful masterpieces, vibrant rainbows of creativity that would make even a rainbow jealous. Meet our cool imaginary character, Mr. Palmetto, the talking tree, who was the kids' guide and mentor. He was quite the character, with his bark always filled with humor and leaves constantly rustling as he giggled. He had an uncanny knack for mixing up words, often calling a Paintbrush a "Brushpaint" and a Palette a "Letpal." This always made the children chuckle as they corrected him. Mr. Palmetto would say something like, "Now remember kids, dip your brushpaints into the letpal, and let your imaginations run wild!" Despite his word mix-ups, he always had the best painting advice, inspiring the kids to create the most whimsical works of art. These South Carolina kids, with their sun-kissed cheeks and wide smiles, painted stories of the beautiful palmetto trees, the sandy beaches, the glowing sunsets, and everything they loved about their beautiful state. As they painted, they laughed, not just at Mr. Palmetto’s word mix-ups, but also at the sheer joy that painting brought into their lives. Each weekend, they left with paint-splattered clothes, joy-filled hearts, and masterpieces that told the story of their beautiful, laugh-filled, sun-soaked South Carolina.

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Camp Med-o-lark is an all genders arts sleep away camp in Washington, Maine for children ages 7–16, set on the shores of a pristine lake. Med-o-lark offers a fully elective program, allowing campers to design their own schedules from a wide range of activities including performing arts, fine arts, sports, circus, waterfront, and more. Each summer, Med-o-larkers come together to build a kind, creative community where everyone has the opportunity to discover, grow, create, learn, and shine. With a strong emphasis on the arts, Med-o-lark offers one of the most extensive programs in dance, fine arts, handcrafts, and theater of any camp in New England.

Washington, ME 04574
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Since 1973, the Arts Council of Chester County has been dedicated to inspiring an appreciation of the arts, as well as offering opportunities for participants of all ages to create and explore their own artistic expression. In addition to coordinating exhibits and performances with local and regional artists, we sponsor a variety of classes and events for the community. Events range from the Oyster Roast & Auction Fundraiser to the Holiday Home Tour, and classes range from watercolors to sweetgrass basket weaving. We also host the Annual Superintendent’s Art Show, an Arts-in-Education event in which Chester County School District students in K-12 can participate. We strive to make art accessible to everyone in our community.

Chester, SC 29706