Submitted by guest writer Erin Hauser, Studio Program Coordinator for Summer Club.

Summer Club kids practice their battle lines at this session's Ancient Armies camp.

This session, Summer Club campers got to show off their most creative talents. Museum Makers designed their very own ROM inspired exhibition; All the ROM’s a Stage wrote and performed a play; Dino Detailers showcased model dinosaurs; and Lights, Camera, Action produced award-worthy short films and music videos.

Gareth, a Lights, Camera, Action camper, loved learning about “film production, commercials, short films, animation and sound effects.” His group created a commercial for a very interesting service…for only $20 a minute, you could hire Gareth to annoy your sibling! Very seriously, Gareth adds, “Have no fear, Gareth is here!” Saskia, another camper, created a music video with her team. A parody of Michael Jackson’s Thriller, the video features the ROMbies (similar to zombies) who infect people with love for Summer Club. All the films were a huge success.

The battle cry of an Ancient Armies camper.

Battle cries were also heard this week! Ancient Armies campers learned about battle strategies from the past and created magnificent decorated shields. The group was quite intimidating with their “armour” and strategic battle lines. William enjoyed learning about battles such as the Battle of Hastings and the Battle of Marathon. Lauren liked “designing and painting the shields, then learning the routines.” Her design was inspired by the shield of Shaka Zulu, an African leader of the Zulu Kingdom in the early 19th century. Ancient Armies is also offered this fall during Saturday Morning Club. We’re looking forward to the fun continuing!

Next week is the final session of Summer Club 2010. We’re all very sad to see the summer come to an end. Nonetheless, we’re already gearing up and excited for new ROMkids programs this fall!

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