NOMAD MicroCamps Take To The Streets With Art Enrichment For Kids

Dunedin FL

22 July, 2020

12:27 PM

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PINELLAS COUNTY, FL — The wagons are loaded, and NOMADstudio is heading out to decentralize summer camp. In direct response to the impact that coronavirus has placed on children's access to summerenrichment programs, NOMAD (the Neighborhood-Oriented Mobile Art + Design studio) issending artists out to co-create small camps in front yards, alleys and parking spots in their ownneighborhoods, working directly with the children who live there. The first NOMAD MicroCamps will launch in July in Childs Park, Kenneth City, and NorthGreenwood neighborhoods where they will share activities and supplies with about 50 kids andfamily groups weekly. Children who participate get to take the supplies they use home withthem, and can return week after week to build their own art supply stash. MicroCamp teaching artists wear masks and sanitize all surfaces between each participant,following CDC guidelines to deliver safe, engaging art activities. Masks and hand sanitizer arealso made available for the participants. This grassroots initiative to inspire positivity and well-being is 100 percent community funded. Each $25 donation makes it possible for one child to join in, and a $300 donation sponsors anentire camp session. To date, more than 80 individuals and businesses have chipped in theirsupport to make these sessions possible. To get involved, text MicroCamp at 44321, and visit online to learn more.