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As summer comes along, parents and grandparents are trying to figure out how to entertain their young ones for a few months without school.

Summer camps provide lifelong memories for kids and there are so many reasons why summer camps are a great idea for kids of all ages. These reasons include self-esteem building, trying new things and thus learning new skills, social development and so much more. All of these reasons are crucial building blocks for kids.

Whether it’s knowing they can try something new, and that it’s OK to fail at said new thing, or the confidence to be themselves around others — building life skills is something that is critical at a young age.

Enrolling your child in summer camps is one way to ensure they have a chance to work on their self esteem, and they get to learn new skills while they’re at it.

There are two camps to keep the young ones busy throughout the summer at The Plaza Arts Center. Camp Broadway is in collaboration with The Arts Barn and is for rising third- through eighth-graders. Campers will explore acting, song and dance combined with theatre games that hone acting skills and how to engage as an ensemble member. The camp will culminate with a performance for family and friends at the end of the week. This camp takes place June 3-7 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. The cost is $175. Registration is online at plazacenter.org.

The Plaza’s Art Camp is a hit every year. Art Camp is for rising first through fifth-graders. Campers will create new projects daily ranging from basket weaving to painting. There will be lots of outdoor time spent making art in nature. Art Camp is July 15-19 and is $125. Registration is online at plazacenter.org.

Scholarships are available for both summer camps. Call The Plaza office at 706-923-1655 for information on scholarships. The Plaza Arts Center truly has something for every camper this summer.

For more information on any of the camps, visit plazacenter.org.