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Chicago - North Center Winter Break Camp

Coonley Elementary 4046 N Leavitt St. Chicago, IL 60618

CHICAGO, IL

Chicago - North Center Winter Break Camp

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At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

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Activities

The camper’s dilemma.

At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

Animation

Stop-Motion Animation

Kids will create, direct, and produce stop-motion animation movies & shorts with our custom animation stations.
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Sewing & Stitching

Hand & machine sewing are available for campers of all ages as well as options for embroidery & creating accessories or other artistic flare.
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Tinker Lab

Explore creativity through crafts & inventor kits to construct take-home projects or collaborate on large-scale builds. Our leveled-up arts & crafts materials are designed to foster curiosity & exploration.
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The Stage

Enjoy motion-based games like Switch & Just Dance, plus a new puppet theater & party props.
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Arts, Crafts, & Lounging

A communal place to socialize & play with table games, cards, & puzzles, or create and experiment with art & crafts.
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Sports & Recreation

Campers & staff join together to play indoor playground games, sports, or whatever kids are interested in that day. And to spice things up we'll have a surprise activity or performance this camp session!
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Extra action.

At Steve & Kate’s, enough is never enough. So every week we supplement our main offering of awesome activities with thrill-inducing weekly specials. Here’s what’s coming this summer to your location:

Dec 22–26

Monday

Belle's Music Class

Campers will learn all about sound through the use of different instruments on a broad spectrum.

Tuesday

Make-Your-Own Slime

Campers dive into sensory science as they mix, stretch, & create their own slime.

Wednesday

Winter Craft Day

Campers will be able to choose from a variety of crafts (or ALL of them), including 3D snowflakes, winter-scape paintings, hand-penguins, and more!

Friday

Camper Talent Show

A camp showcase for creativity and self-expression. Campers are invited to take the stage and share their unique talents–whether that’s singing, dancing, acting, joking, juggling, or anything else.

Dec 29–Jan 2

Monday

Julian the Magician

Julian the Magician is stopping by to perform an interactive show full of tricks and illusions.

Tuesday

Kidokinetics Sports Workshop

Campers can learn a new sport in a one-hour session with the Kidokinetics team!

Wednesday

End-Of-Year Tie Dye Party

Campers roll up their sleeves to make wearable art through bright, bold designs that are uniquely theirs.

***Please bring a white article of clothing labeled with your child’s name to camp to participate!***

Friday

Winter Carnival

Kids try their hand at classic winter-themed carnival-style games that mix skill, luck, and giggles. Including an inflatable derby race from AMJ rentals.

Food

Eat your heart out.

At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

What’s on the menu.

MONDAY

Beef Chili (GF)(DF)(EF)SF)

Caesar Salad

Cheese Pizza

(VG)

Creamy Tomato Soup

(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)

Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese

(VG)(EF)(SF)

Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

(EF)

TUESDAY

Beef Chili (GF)(DF)(EF)SF)

Caesar Salad

Cheese Pizza

(VG)

Creamy Tomato Soup

(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)

Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese

(VG)(EF)(SF)

Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

(EF)

WEDNESDAY

Beef Chili (GF)(DF)(EF)SF)

Caesar Salad

Cheese Pizza

(VG)

Creamy Tomato Soup

(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)

Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese

(VG)(EF)(SF)

Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

(EF)

FRIDAY

Beef Chili (GF)(DF)(EF)SF)

Caesar Salad

Cheese Pizza

(VG)

Creamy Tomato Soup

(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)

Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese

(VG)(EF)(SF)

Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

(EF)

DAILY SNACKS

Campers will have a variety of snacks throughout the day!

What those little letters mean

VG= Vegetarian , VV= Vegan , GF = Gluten Free , DF = Dairy Free , SF = Soy Free , EF = Egg Free

We’d be nuts not to tell you this

No food items provided by camp contain nuts or nut products. However, some products may have been packaged or prepared in a facility that has nut products and may be labeled “may contain nuts”.

Fees

What camp costs.

Perhaps you are a grown-up who loves to plan. Or maybe you’re an expert of the fine art of logistical improvisation. Miraculously, our camp fees are designed to scratch both of your respective itches. Buy any number of Day Passes, and use them whenever you want during this camp season. Don’t even bother to let us know when you’re coming — just roll up. If your plans change, don’t sweat it. We’ll automatically refund your unused Passes in full at the season’s end. How many other camps can offer you that level of flexibility?*

*Not one that we know of.

Day Pass fees cover the entire Steve & Kate’s experience, including lunch, snacks, activities and the entire day from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.

  • Buy any number of Day Passes and use them any day at any open location.
  • Add more Day Passes to your account at any time.
  • All unused passes are automatically refunded back at the rate you paid, by January 20, 2026.
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Does your employer offer back-up care through Bright Horizons? Learn how to use your benefits at Steve & Kate’s Camp, here!

Camp details

CAMP DETAILS

DATES

Dec 22 - Jan 2

NOTES

Closed December 25 and January 1

HOURS

8:00am - 6:00pm

AGES

4–12

ADDRESS

Coonley Elementary
4046 N Leavitt St.
Chicago, IL 60618

DIRECTOR

Syd

EMAIL

chi.northcenter.break@steveandkate.com

CALL/TEXT

847-595-8565

FOOD

View Weekly Menu

Additional info for Chicago - North Center campers

Local Camp Drop-off/Pick-Up Procedures

As we get closer to camp, we’ll email registered families a link to our virtual, camp orientation. This will provide important information such as our local camp drop-off & pick-up procedures, how to check-in and check-out of camp each day, what to bring (and not bring), and a few more camp details.

Testimonials

These people are very smart. You should listen to them.

The staff was really wonderful at the Chicago-Lakeview location. They were all highly personable and warm with our children. I always appreciated hearing how much they enjoyed spending the day with our kids. They made me feel like my kids were part of a family.
Amy S.

It was my son’s first time experiencing summer camp and it could not have been a more memorable experience. From a parent perspective, I could not have asked for a more caring and passionate group of people. It was obvious from day one that every single camp counselor and staff member truly cares about all of the kids and making their camp experience the best and most memorable possible. I cannot wait for him to participate again next summer, we’re counting down the days.
Michelle S.

(S&K parent)

We have sent our kids to Steve & Kate’s Camp for the past few years, and we can’t say enough good things about the program! While the variety of activities are wonderful, what makes this camp what it is, is the incredible staff. The have provided a safe and loving environment for my kids to go to daily – one where the kids have a blast and one where I feel comfortable sending them each day. I know they care about each of the kids and treat them as if they were their own. I only wish Steve & Kate’s camp was around when I was a kid!
Tara B.

(S&K parent)

Staff

So much more than
a job.

At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

Your camp director

Questions? Let's chat.

Feel free to contact us anytime with your questions about life at Steve & Kate’s, or questions about life in general.

Sydney Sargis

SYD

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Syd joined Steve & Kate’s in 2017 and became a director in 2019. Syd even taught herself how to bake at camp, while leading the Baking activity in 2018. When not at camp you can usually find Syd playing the bass or at a concert or a friends’ show.

This year Syd is most excited to hold a camp-wide music video competition!”

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