Papermaking and Thoughtful Poetry
Saturday, November 15
Ages 5-10, 9 AM - 11 AM
$30 future members, $25 current members
Located at First Coast Cultural Center
6000B Sawgrass Village Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Your child will have the unique opportunity to blend and dry their own paper under the guidance of our professional instructor. Once their custom paper is prepared, they’ll write a heartfelt poem about all the things they’re thankful for in their lives—just in time for Thanksgiving!
The finished poetry card can be kept as a special keepsake or gifted to someone special.
Please note: The handmade paper may take 1–3 days to fully dry. Once it’s dry, students will be guided to glue their poem inside their paper card at home, preserving their words beautifully for years to come.
Drama and Art - Winter Break One-Day Camp
Monday, December 29, 2025
For children ages 7 - 12
Drama: 9 AM - 11 AM, Art: 11 AM - 3 PM
$100 non members, $90 members
Located at First Coast Cultural Center
6000B Sawgrass Village Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
DRAMA - Children will build skills and technique while having fun! Dive into the world of acting through improvisation, monologues, scene work, and more with Acting Coach Sheri Lahris.
VISUAL ART - Children will create art they are proud of with a professional art teacher, Ms. Jen!
If you register for a total of three camp days, enter the code FULLWINTER in the cart to receive a $20 discount per child.
Baking - Winter Break One-Day Camp
Monday, December 29, 2025
For children ages 7 - 12
$100 non members, $90 members
Located at First Coast Cultural Center
6000B Sawgrass Village Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Get ready to make delicious sweet and savory baked goods for breakfast, lunch, and dessert! You children will learn valuable skills in the kitchen, bring home recipies to use in the new year, and work as a team in FCCC's culinary space with chef instructors! Children will learn about kitchen safety, basic measurements, and so much more!
If you register for a total of three camp days, enter the code FULLWINTER in the cart to receive a $20 discount per child.
Art - Winter Break Two-Day Camp
Tuesday, December 30 - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Ages 7-12, 9 AM - 3 PM
$170, future members, $150 current members
Located at First Coast Cultural Center
6000B Sawgrass Village Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
A professional arts instructor will develop your child's artistic abilities at Winter Camp! Our theme/focal-point for the winter break camp will be announced soon!
Our camps have a strong arts and crafts focus, with campers exploring traditional mediums like watercolors, drawing, collage, and clay. We also spend time in unusual and creative craftmaking including papermaking, sewing, and puppetmaking.
All supplies are included, but campers will bring their own snack, lunch, and water bottle.
If you register for a total of three camp days, enter the code FULLWINTER in the cart to receive a $20 discount per child.
Baking - Winter Break Two-Day Camp
Tuesday, December 30 - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Ages 7-12, 9 AM - 3 PM
$200, future members, $185 current members
Located at First Coast Cultural Center
6000B Sawgrass Village Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
If you register for a total of three camp days, enter the code FULLWINTER in the cart to receive a $20 discount per child.
PAST CAMPS
Summer Camp at
Alhambra Theatre and Dining
Ages 8-17
$510 for FCCC members, $560 for future members
Each camp week is from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM and includes 2 weeks of programming, the musical showcase, and 1 meal and 1 complimentary showcase ticket per registered child.
This year's performance will be announced soon.
Alhambra Camp: 1 Sold Out
Week 1: June 30 - July 3
Week 2: July 7 - July 11
Showcase: July 14
OR
Alhambra Camp 2: Sold Out
Week 1: July 21 - July 25
Week 2: July 28 - August 1
Showcase: August 4
*Camps are non-refundable.
Transfers may be approved upon request.
2025 Summer Camps are here!
2025 Summer Art, Culinary, and Drama Camps
Exploration Vacation: Florida Life
All weeks are Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 3:00pm
at First Coast Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach
$300 for future members, $270 for current members
What will students do?
Students ages 6 years old through 12 years old will create 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional works of art using a variety of tools and techniques, led by professional art teachers in a peaceful, safe setting. Each week children will draw, sculpt, build, paint, explore the galleries, and more, related to the weekly theme.
What makes this summer camp unique?
Children will not only explore high quality art making techniques, but also search through the galleries (at FCCC location), play outside, and observe the natural world like art detectives!
*Camps are non-refundable.
Transfers may be approved upon request.
Week ONE: Monday, June 2 - Friday, June 6 The Science of Art Sold Out
9:00AM - 11:00AM - Drama/Improv with Acting Coach Sheri Lahris
11:00AM - 3:00PM - Art making with FCCC Art Teachers
In the mornings, children will work with Disney Acting Coach Sheri Lahris to develop their improvisational skills through small group
and individual activities! Children can create new scenarios and imagine endless possibilities given the right techniques and tools, while building confidence.
In the afternoon, the children will paint, sculpt, draw, print, and play games, while learning about artists and art history and the "A-ha!" moments of creating.
Week TWO: Monday, June 9 - Friday, June 13: Who lives at the Shoreline? Sold Out
9:00AM - 11:00AM - Drama/ Improv with Acting Coach Sheri Lahris
11:00AM - 3:00PM - Art making with FCCC Art Teachers
In the mornings, children will work with Disney Acting Coach Sheri Lahris to develop their improvisational skills through small group
and individual activities! Children can create new scenarios and imagine endless possibilities given the right techniques and tools, while building confidence.
In the afternoon, the children will paint, sculpt, draw, print, and play games, while learning about artists and art history and the "A-ha!" moments of creating.
Week THREE: Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 20: Natural Florida Sold Out
Students will learn about Florida's flora and fauna through exploration and discovery. They will draw and paint native species of plants and animals,
and discover prehistoric life that still remains, along with invasive species and the impacts through an artful lens.
Week FOUR: Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27: Sunset Oranges Registration Closed
Warm colors are a theme this week, along with the study of fruit as it relates to the region, and in art.
NO CAMP during 4th of July week
Week FIVE: Monday, July 7 -Friday, July 11: City Life at the Beach Registration Closed
What makes beach towns' architecture so interesting? Students will draw, paint, print, and build a cityscape around a beach view.
Week SIX: Monday, July 14 -Friday, July 18: Ocean TexturesSold Out
Students will create "sandy", "rough", "salty", '"scaly", and more textures out of clay, paint, and printmaking, such as Gyotaku fish printing.
Week SEVEN: Monday, July 21 -Friday, July 25: Under the SeaSold Out
Students will study sea creatures of all kinds, including those more unknown at the depths of the ocean, and represent them in an artful way.
Culinary Camp Week 1: Monday, July 28 -Friday, August 1 Sold Out
Campers will explore age-appropriate cooking skills and kitchen safety, along with safe practices, introductory nutrition concepts, dining etiquette and more. Each day campers will make a variety of dishes and explore new ingredients and foods. Please contact us about food allergies or dietary restrictions so we can accommodate your camper. Closed-toed sneakers are required. (Please note that the week A of culinary camp and week 8 of Arts camp are during the same week.)
Culinary Camp Week 2: Monday, August 4 - Thursday, August 8 (4 days) Sold Out
Campers will explore age-appropriate cooking skills and kitchen safety, along with safe practices, introductory nutrition concepts, dining etiquette and more. Each day campers will make a variety of dishes and explore new ingredients and foods. Please contact us about food allergies or dietary restrictions so we can accommodate your camper. Closed-toed sneakers are required.
Winter Break Art and Drama Camp: Sweet Sculptures!
December 30, 31, 2024 and January 2, 3, 2025
Four full days, 9:00AM - 3:00PM
9:00AM - 11:00AM - Drama and Improv with Acting Coach Sheri Lahris
11:00AM - 3:00PM - Art making with FCCC Teaching Staff
For children 6 years old through 12 years old, $260 non members, $230 members
Yummy! The theme of "Sweets" takes the cake during this fun filled 4 day art and drama camp.
In the mornings, children will work with Disney Acting Coach Sheri Lahris to develop their improvisational skills through small group
and individual activities! Children can create new scenarios and imagine endless possibilities given the right techniques and tools, while building confidence.
In the afternoon, the children will paint, sculpt, draw, print, and play games, while learning about artist Wayne Thiebaud.
Known for painting and sculpting the theme of cakes, cookies, pies, and candies, Thiebaud will inspire campers to get into the holiday spirit artistically!
Winter Break Culinary Camp
December 30, 31, 2024 and January 2, 3, 2025 (4 days)
Full days, 9:00AM - 3:00PM
For children 6 years old through 12 years old
$260 non members, $230 members
Program information:
Students 6 years old through 12 years old will bake and cook and so much more!
Little chefs will learn kitchen safety, accurate measurements, how to prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including fresh soups and sauces with herbs from FCCC's garden,
and other practical skills, such as dining etiquette, and how to "clean as you go" with a Culinary Instructor.
What Summer Camps are not full yet in St. Johns County? See below for fun, educational, and unique children's programs!
Summer Art Camps 2024
2024
Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at
First Coast Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach
About the program:
Students ages 6 years old through 12 years old will create 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional works of art using a variety of tools and techniques, led by professional art teachers in a peaceful, safe setting. Each week children will have the opportunity to explore a different topic!
What makes this summer camp unique?
Children will not only explore high quality art making techniques, but also search through the galleries (at FCCC location), play outside, and observe the natural world like art detectives!
Youth Drama and Improv Camp 2024
Disney and Nickelodeon Acting Coach, Sheri Lahris
July 29 - August 2, 9:00 AM - 11:00AM
$175, $160 for members
Build skills and technique while having fun! Dive into the world of acting through improvisation, monologues, scene work, and more. Beginners and veterans will take their craft to the next level in a relaxed atmosphere. Tailored to meet the needs and goals of the individual students: auditions, characterizations, drama, comedy, you name it! Seasoned Acting Coach Sheri Lahris leads students.
Summer Culinary Camps 2024
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm at Sawgrass Village
6000B Sawgrass Village Circle
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Weeks:
- Week 1 - June 3 - 7
- Week 2 - June 17 - 21
- Week 3 - July 1 - 5 (closed on July 4 * note prorated pricing)
- Week 4 - July 15 -19
$370, $350 for FCCC members
Program information:
Students 6 years old through 12 years old will learn kitchen safety, accurate measurements, how to prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including fresh soups and sauces with herbs from FCCC's garden, and other practical skills, such as dining etiquette, and how to "clean as you go" with Culinary Instructor, Charlotte Chastain.
Summer Camp at the Alhambra Theatre and Dining!2024
Camp time is from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Week 1 - June 24 - 28
- Week 2 - July 1 - 5 (closed 4th of July)
Musical Showcase : July 8
Ages 8-17
$560; $510 for FCCC Members
The camp includes 2 weeks of programming, the musical showcase, and 1 meal and 1 complimentary showcase ticket per registered child.
This year's performance is "Disco Knights".
SOLD OUT
Winter Break Art Camp 2023/2024 SOLD OUT
The Art of Texture
January 3-5, Wednesday-Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (3 days)
Ages 7 - 11
$180 non-members, $162 members
