Children's ProgramSchedules by Age General Information Frequently Asked Questions Schedule by Age- RAINBOW GROUP (AGES 3–5 YEARS)
Note: 3 year olds must be potty-trained in order to participate Headquarters: Thayer Hall Basement Thursday, May 24 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall
9:30–10:30 AM Mad Science Geological Lecture Hall
The Rainbow Group will meet in front of Annenberg Hall at 9:00 a.m. The group will then proceed to the Geological Lecture Hall on Oxford Street for an entertaining science presentation.
11:00-NOON Downtime Activities Lowell Lecture Hall, Classroom B-11
1:00–3:00 PM Discovery Museum 177 Main Street, Acton, MA
Buses will depart at 12:00 p.m. from the corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets for an afternoon of hands-on and interactive fun. Children will enjoy a boxed lunch at the museum and will then explore all that the museum has to offer! Buses will depart from the Children’s Museum at 3:15 p.m. to return to campus.
5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Science Center Plaza Tent
Children will enjoy dinner in the Tent on the Plaza while parents dine at the evening events.
6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Malkin Athletic Center
7:30–8:30 PM Kevin Driscoll
Musical ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll will entertain the Rainbow and Grape Groups in an interac-tive presentation with his talking dummies and instruments.
Before and after, the children will have the option of participating in “Minute to Win It” themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Friday, May 25 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall
9:00–10:00 AM Games in Annenberg Hall Annenberg Hall
10:00–11:00 AM Awesome Robb Geological Lecture Hall
The children will experience the fun and comedic magic show that Awesome Robb brings to crowds!
11:00–NOON Downtime activities Thayer Hall Basement
NOON–1:00 PM Lunch Holden Chapel Tents
1:00–2:30 PM Arts and crafts Lowell Lecture Hall
2:30–5:00 PM Quiet time Thayer Hall Basement
Rainbow Group children can nap or play with their student staff in headquarters.
5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Rainbow Group children will eat dinner with their student staff and other groups in the tents near Holden Chapel.
6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Malkin Athletic Center
8:00–9:00 PM Benjamin the Clown Malkin Athletic Center
The children will spend time with Benjamin the Clown and see all his juggling, balloon twisting, and magic talents! Afterwards, children will have the option of participating in casino-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Saturday, May 26 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall
9:00–10:00 AM Downtime activities Thayer Hall Basement
10:00–11:00 AM Rick Goldin Lowell Lecture Hall
The Rainbow Group will proceed to Lowell Lecture Hall starting at 9:45 a.m., where musician Rick Goldin will entertain with an interactive sing-along. After, children will participate in staff-led games and fun activities.
NOON–3:00 PM BBQ lunch and Field Day Radcliffe Quad
Parents can pick up children at Thayer Hall Basement, the group headquarters, and travel together for an afternoon of family fun. The Field Day will feature fun-filled activities, including inflatable rides, interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Shuttle buses will be available to take children and parents to the Quad and back to Harvard Yard throughout the afternoon. Please note that children will not travel with their groups to the Field Day, and parents will be responsible for supervision during this time.
3:30–4:30 PM Bubble Show Lowell Lecture Hall
The Rainbow Group will meet in Lowell Lecture Hall, Classroom B-11, starting at 3:00 p.m. Children will enjoy an amazing and entertaining bubble show that is sure to exceed what they think bubbles can do. Exploring science through bubbles creates an entertaining learning environment that introduces shapes, color, and chemistry. Through music, choreography, and comedy, bubbles—in all different shapes and sizes—come alive, sparking imagination and wonder.
5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Dudley House
Rainbow Group children will eat dinner with their student staff in Dudley House.
6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Malkin Athletic Center
8:00–9:00 PM Awesome Robb
Starting at 8:00 p.m., the children will experience the fun and comedic magic show that Awesome Robb brings to crowds! Afterwards, children will have the option of participating in carnival-themed activities (age appropriate), sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). - GRAPE GROUP (AGES 6–8 YEARS)
Headquarters: Lowell Lecture Hall, Classroom B-11 Thursday, May 24 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall
9:30–10:30 AM Mad Science Geological Lecture Hall
The Grape Group will meet in front of Annenberg Hall at 9:00 a.m. The group will then proceed to the Geological Lecture Hall on Oxford Street for an entertaining science presentation.
11:00 AM–NOON Downtime Activities Lowell Lecture Hall, Classroom B-11
1:00–3:00 PM Discovery Museum 177 Main Street, Acton, MA
Buses will depart at 12:00 p.m. from the corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets for an afternoon of hands-on and interactive fun. Children will enjoy a boxed lunch at the museum and will then explore all that the museum has to offer! Buses will depart from the Children’s Museum at 3:15 p.m. to return to campus.
5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Science Center Plaza Tent
Children will enjoy dinner in the Tent on the Plaza while parents dine at the evening events.
6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Malkin Athletic Center 7:30–8:30 PM Kevin Driscoll
Musical ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll will entertain the Rainbow and Grape Groups in an interac-tive presentation with his talking dummies and instruments.
Before and after, the children will have the option of participating in “Minute to Win It” themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Friday, May 25 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall
9:00–10:00 AM Games in Annenberg Hall Annenberg Hall
Children will participate in fun and challenging games that keep them excited and active.
10:00–11:00 AM Awesome Robb Lowell Lecture Hall
The children will experience the fun and comedic magic show that Awesome Robb brings to crowds! 11:00–NOON Downtime activities Lowell Lecture Hall, Classroom B-11 NOON–1:00 PM Lunch Holden Chapel Tents
1:00–2:30 PM Arts and crafts Lowell Lecture Hall 3:00–4:30 PM Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford Street
The group will head to the Harvard Museum of Natural History for an afternoon with dinosaur fossils, animal exhibits, and the gemstones of the earth’s crust. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Grape Group children will eat dinner with their student staff and other groups in the tents near Holden Chapel. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Malkin Athletic Center 8:00–9:00 PM Benjamin the Clown Malkin Athletic Center
The children will spend time with Benjamin the Clown and see all his juggling, balloon twisting, and magic talents! Afterwards, children will have the option of participating in casino-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Saturday, May 26 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:00–10:00 AM Downtime activities Lowell Lecture Hall, Room B-11 10:00–11:00 AM Rick Goldin Lowell Lecture Hall
The Grape Group will proceed to Lowell Lecture Hall starting at 9:45 a.m., where musician Rick Goldin will entertain with an interactive sing-along. After, children will participate in staff-led games and fun activities. NOON–3:00 PM BBQ lunch and Field Day Radcliffe Quad
Parents can pick up children at Lowell Lecture Hall, Room B-11, the group headquarters, and travel together for an afternoon of family fun. The Field Day will feature fun-filled activities, including inflatable rides, interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Shuttle buses will be available to take children and parents to the Quad and back to Harvard Yard throughout the afternoon. Please note that children will not travel with their groups to the Field Day, and parents will be responsible for supervision during this time. 3:30–4:30 PM Bubble Show Lowell Lecture Hall
The Grape Group will meet in Lowell Lecture Hall, Classroom B-11, starting at 3:00 p.m. Children will enjoy an amazing and entertaining bubble show that is sure to exceed what they think bubbles can do. Exploring science through bubbles creates an entertaining learning environment that introduces shapes, color, and chemistry. Through music, choreography, and comedy, bubbles—in all different shapes and sizes—come alive, sparking imagination and wonder. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Dudley House
Grape Group children will eat dinner with their student staff in Dudley House. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Malkin Athletic Center 8:00–9:00 PM Awesome Robb
Starting at 8:00 p.m., the children will experience the fun and comedic magic show that Awesome Robb brings to crowds! Afterwards, children will have the option of participating in carnival- themed activities (age appropriate), sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). - RED GROUP (AGES 9–10 YEARS)
Headquarters: Sever Hall 102 and 103 Thursday, May 24 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 8:45–11:00 AM Depart for USS Constitution Museum Buses depart from the corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets 11:15 AM Depart for Boston Children's Museum Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA NOON–3:00 PM Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress Street, Boston, MA
Children will enjoy a boxed lunch at the Museum and then explore engaging and interactive exhibits including an Art Studio, Explore-a-Saurus, Raceways, and much more! We will depart from the Museum at 3:15 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Science Center Plaza Tent
Children will enjoy dinner in the Tent on the Plaza while parents dine at the evening events. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium 7:30–8:30 AM Kevin Driscoll Hemenway Gymnasium
Musical ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll will entertain the Red, Blue, Green, and Young Adult Groups in an interactive presentation with his talking dummies and instruments.
Before and after, the children will have the option of participating in “Minute to Win It” themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Friday, May 25 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:30–10:30 AM Bubble Show Lowell Lecture Hall
Children will enjoy an amazing and entertaining bubble show that is sure to exceed what they think bubbles can do. Exploring science through bubbles creates an entertaining learning environment about shapes, color, physics, and chemistry. Through music, choreography, and comedy, bubbles—in all different shapes and sizes—come alive, sparking imagination and wonder. 11:30 AM–3:30 PM Boston Museum of Science 1 Museum Of Science Driveway, Boston, MA
The Red Group will board buses at Oxford and Kirkland Streets starting at 11:15 a.m. and will proceed to the Museum. Boston Museum of Science offers interactive exhibits such as Natural Mysteries, Cosmic Light, Transportation, and more! These exhibits will keep children engaged and wanting to learn more! We will depart from the Museum at 3:45 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Red Group children will eat dinner with their student staff in the Holden Chapel Tents. 6:30–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Red Group will first be participating in a “game show” and carnival-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.) with the Blue Group. Afterwards, they will head to the Science Center to have a theater night. The movie will be Disney’s Coco. Saturday, May 26 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:30–10:30 AM Mad Science Geological Lecture Hall
The Red Group will proceed at 9:00 a.m. to the Geological Lecture Hall on Oxford Street for an entertaining Science Presentation. NOON–3:00 PM BBQ lunch and Field Day Radcliffe Quad
Parents can pick up children at Sever Hall, Room 102 and 103, the group headquarters, and travel together for an afternoon of family fun. The Field Day will feature fun-filled activities, including inflatable rides, interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Shuttle buses will be available to take children and parents to the Quad and back to Harvard Yard throughout the afternoon. Please note that children will not travel with their groups to the Field Day, and parents will be responsible for supervision during this time. 3:30–5:00 PM Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford Street
The Red Group will meet in Sever Hall 102 and 103 starting at 3:00 p.m. The group will head to the Harvard Museum of Natural History for an afternoon with dinosaur fossils, animal exhibits, and the gemstones of the earth’s crust. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Red Group will first be participating in an interactive magic show by Todd Migliacci. Todd has performed at colleges and universities all over the country, along with venues such as Disney World. Afterwards, they will participate in casino-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.) with the Blue Group. - BLUE GROUP (AGES 11–12 YEARS)
Headquarters: Sever Hall 202 and 203 Thursday, May 24 6:30–8:45 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 8:45–11:00 AM Depart for USS Constitution Museum Buses depart from the corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets 11:15 AM Depart for Boston Children's Museum Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA NOON–3:00 PM Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress Street, Boston, MA
Children will enjoy a boxed lunch at the Museum then explore engaging and interactive exhibits including an Art Studio, Explore-a-Saurus, Raceways, and much more! We will depart from the Museum at 3:15 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Science Center Plaza Tent
Children will enjoy dinner in the Tent on the Plaza while parents dine at the evening events. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium 7:30–8:30 PM Kevin Driscoll
Musical ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll will entertain the Red, Blue, Green, and Young Adult Groups in an interactive presentation with his talking dummies and instruments.
Before and after, the children will have the option of participating in “Minute to Win It” themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Friday, May 25 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:00–10:30 AM Bubble Show Lowell Lecture Hall
The Blue Group will enjoy an amazing and entertaining bubble show that is sure to exceed what they think bubbles can do. Exploring science through bubbles creates an entertaining learning environment about shapes, color, physics, and chemistry. Through music, choreography, and comedy, bubbles—in all different shapes and sizes—come alive, sparking imagination and wonder. 11:30 AM–3:30 PM Boston Museum of Science 1 Museum of Science Driveway, Boston, MA
The Blue Group will board buses at Oxford and Kirkland Streets starting at 11:15 a.m. and will proceed to the Museum. Boston Museum of Science offers interactive exhibits such as Natural Mysteries, Cosmic Light, Transportation, and more! These exhibits will keep children engaged and wanting to learn more! We will depart from the Museum at 3:45 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Blue Group children will eat dinner with their student staff in the Holden Chapel Tents. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Blue Group will first be participating in a “game show” and carnival-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.) with the Red Group. Afterwards, they will head to the Science Center to have a theater night. The movie will be Disney’s Coco. Saturday, May 26 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:30–10:30 AM Mad Science Geological Lecture Hall
The Blue Group will proceed at 9:00 a.m. to the Geological Lecture Hall on Oxford Street for an entertaining Science Presentation. NOON–3:00 PM BBQ lunch and Field Day Radcliffe Quad
Parents can pick up children at Sever Hall, Rooms 202 and 203, the group headquarters, and travel together for an afternoon of family fun. The Field Day will feature fun-filled activities, including inflatable rides, interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Shuttle buses will be available to take children and parents to the Quad and back to Harvard Yard throughout the afternoon. Please note that children will not travel with their groups to the Field Day, and parents will be responsible for supervision during this time. 3:30–5:00 PM Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford Street
The Blue Group will meet in Sever Hall 202 and 203 starting at 3:00 p.m. The group will head to the Harvard Museum of Natural History for an afternoon with dinosaur fossils, animal exhibits, and the gemstones of the earth’s crust. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tent 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Blue Group will first be participating in an interactive magic show by Todd Migliacci. Todd has performed at colleges and universities all over the country, along with venues such as Disney World. Afterwards, they will participate in casino-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.) with the Red Group. - GREEN GROUP (AGES 13–14 YEARS)
Headquarters: Emerson Hall 108 Thursday, May 24 6:30–8:45 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 8:45–11:00 AM Depart for USS Constitution Museum Buses depart from the corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets 11:15 AM Depart for John Adams Courthouse tour Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA NOON–1:30 PM John Adams Courthouse tour 1 Pemberton Square, Boston, MA
At the Courthouse, the children will learn about the judicial system, The Constitution, and legal history. We will even meet with a judge and have a Q&A session, to learn first-hand the ins and outs of being a judge! After the Courthouse Tour, we will walk to the State House to begin the next tour. 2:00–3:00 PM Massachusetts State House tour 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Children will learn about the history and architecture of the state capitol in a guided tour of the Massachusetts State House. Buses will depart from the State House at 3:15 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Science Center Plaza Tent
Children will enjoy dinner in the Tent on the Plaza while parents dine at the evening events. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium 9:30–10:30 PM Kevin Driscoll
Musical ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll will enter-tain the Red, Blue, Green, and Young Adult Groups in an interactive presentation with his talking dummies and instruments.
Before and after, the children will have the option of participating in “Minute to Win It” themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, napping, reading, etc.). Friday, May 25 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:00–10:30 AM Bubble Show Lowell Lecture Hall
The Green Group will enjoy an amazing and entertaining bubble show that is sure to exceed what they think bubbles can do. Exploring science through bubbles creates an entertaining learning environment about shapes, color, physics, and chemistry. Through music, choreography, and comedy, bubbles—in all different shapes and sizes—come alive, sparking imagination and wonder. 11:30 AM–3:30 PM Boston Museum of Science 1 Museum of Science Driveway, Boston, MA
The Green Group will board buses at Oxford and Kirkland Streets starting at 11:15 a.m. and will proceed to the Museum. Boston Museum of Science offers interactive exhibits such as Natural Mysteries, Cosmic Light, Transportation, and more! These exhibits will keep children engaged and wanting to learn more! We will depart from the Museum at 3:45 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Green Group children will eat dinner with their student staff in the Holden Chapel Tents. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Green Group will first head to the Science Center to have a theater night. The movie will be Spiderman. Afterwards, they will be participating in a “game show” and carnival-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.) with the Young Adult Group. Saturday, May 26 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:30–11:00 AM Harvard Natural History Museum 26 Oxford Street
The Green Group will head to the Harvard Museum of Natural History for a morning with dinosaur fossils, animal exhibits, and the gemstones of the earth’s crust. NOON–3:00 PM BBQ lunch and Field Day Radcliffe Quad
Parents can pick up children at Emerson Hall, Room 108, the group headquarters, and travel together for an afternoon of family fun. The Field Day will feature fun-filled activities, including inflatable rides, interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Shuttle buses will be available to take children and parents to the Quad and back to Harvard Yard throughout the afternoon. Please note that children will not travel with their groups to the Field Day, and parents will be responsible for supervision during this time. 3:00–5:00 PM Downtime activities Emerson Hall, Room 108 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Children and their student staff will enjoy dinner on campus. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Green Group will first be participating in casino-themed activities, indoor mini-golf, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.). Afterwards, they will participate in an interactive magic show by Todd Migliacci. Todd has performed at colleges and universities all over the country, along with venues such as Disney World. - YOUNG ADULT GROUP (AGES 15–18 YEARS)
Headquarters: Emerson Hall 101 Thursday, May 24 6:30–8:45 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 8:45–11:00 AM Depart for USS Constitution Museum Buses depart from the corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets 11:15 AM Depart for John Adams Courthouse tour Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA NOON–1:30 PM John Adams Courthouse tour 1 Pemberton Square, Boston, MA
At the Courthouse, the children will learn about the judicial system, The Constitution, and legal history. We will even meet with a judge and have a Q&A session, to learn first-hand the ins and outs of being a judge! After the Courthouse Tour, we will walk to the State House to begin the next tour. 2:00–3:00 PM Massachusetts State House tour 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Children will learn about the history and architecture of the state capitol in a guided tour of the Massachusetts State House. Buses will depart from the State House at 3:15 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Science Center Plaza Tent
Young Adult Group participants will enjoy dinner in the Tent on the Plaza while parents dine at the evening events. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium 9:30–10:30 PM Kevin Driscoll
Musical ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll will entertain the Red, Blue, Green, and Young Adult Groups in an interactive presentation with his talking dummies and instruments.
Before and after, the children will have the option of participating in “Minute to Win It” themed activities, sports, or quiet time (movies, reading, etc.). Friday, May 25 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:30–11:00 AM Admissions and Financial Aid Symposium Emerson Hall 210
Young Adult Group participants and their parents are invited to attend a symposium titled “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About College Admissions and Financial Aid.” This symposium provides insight on the application process for American colleges and universities. Panelists include William Fitzsimmons AB ’67, EdM ’69, EdD ’71, dean of admissions and finan-cial aid for Harvard College; Sarah C. Donahue, Griffin Director of Financial Aid; and Marlyn McGrath AB ’70, PhD ’78, director of admissions. 11:30 AM–3:30 PM Boston Museum of Science 1 Museum of Science Driveway, Boston, MA
The Young Adult Group will board buses at Oxford and Kirkland Streets starting at 11:15 a.m. and will proceed to the Museum. Boston Museum of Science offers interactive exhibits such as Natural Mysteries, Cosmic Light, Transportation, and more! These exhibits will keep children engaged and wanting to learn more! We will depart from the Museum at 3:45 p.m. to return to campus. 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
The Young Adult Group will eat dinner with their student staff in the Holden Chapel Tents. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
The Young Adult Group will first head to the Science Center to have a theater night. The movie will be Spiderman. Afterwards, they will be participating in a “game show” and carnival-themed activities, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.) with the Green Group. Saturday, May 26 6:30–9:00 AM Breakfast Annenberg Hall 9:30–11:00 AM Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford Street
The Young Adult Group will proceed to the Harvard Museum of Natural History for a morning with dinosaur fossils, animal exhibits, and the gemstones of the earth’s crust. NOON–3:00 PM BBQ lunch and Field Day Radcliffe Quad
Parents can pick up children at Emerson Hall, Room 101, the group headquarters, and travel together for an afternoon of family fun. The Field Day will feature fun-filled activities, including inflatable rides, interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and more. Shuttle buses will be available to take children and parents to the Quad and back to Harvard Yard throughout the afternoon. Please note that children will not travel with their groups to the Field Day, and parents will be responsible for supervision during this time. 3:00–5:00 PM Downtime activities Emerson Hall 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner Holden Chapel Tents
Young Adult Group participants and their student staff will enjoy dinner on campus. 6:30 PM–12:30 AM Evening care Hemenway Gymnasium
6:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m., Hemenway Gymnasium The Young Adult Group will first be participating in casino-themed activities, indoor mini-golf, sports, or quiet time (reading, movies, etc.). After-wards, they will participate in an interactive magic show by Todd Migliacci. Todd has performed at colleges and universities all over the country, along with venues such as Disney World. - EVENING PROGRAM
Headquarters: Hemenway and MAC Gyms Thursday, May 24–Saturday, May 26 6:30 PM Evening program supervision begins
Children in the Rainbow and Grape Groups (ages 3-5 and 6-8) will transition from dinner to the Evening Program headquarters in the MAC Gym.
Children in the Red, Blue, Green and Young Adult Groups (Ages 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, and 15-18) will transition from dinner to the Evening Program headquarters in the Hemenway Gym.
Meals will not be provided as part of the Evening Program, but snacks will be provided to children between activities.
Entertainment will be provided as part of the program each night, with group activities and quiet options for children. Mats will be provided for children who want to rest. 12:30 AM Evening program supervision ends
General InformationChildren's Program Headquarters
Although each Children’s Program group has its own headquarters, the main headquarters for the Children’s Program is located at Cabot Library in the Science Center. Harvard Alumni Association (HAA) staff will be at the information desk from 8:00 a.m. (7:00 a.m. on Commencement Day) until midnight to answer your questions and render assistance. Security personnel will be on duty from midnight until 8:00 a.m. in case of emergencies. Children's Program Headquarters It is recommended that all day program parents escort their children to Annenberg Hall each morning to meet their age-specific groups. Each group of children will have its own full program. Breakfast has been scheduled daily at Annenberg Hall starting at 6:30 a.m. so that children can join their groups in time for the first activity, depending on the particular day. Please note start times in this guide. Children should finish breakfast by the time indicated below in order to be on time for their first activity. If a child is signed up for the evening program only, please meet up with your group’s student staff or directors at the Evening Headquarters starting at 6:30 p.m. It is very important that parents notify their child’s group whenever a child will not participate in a scheduled activity. Entire groups are delayed if a child is unaccounted for. Please notify the group director or a staff member directly if your child will not be participating in a particular activity. TIckets and Name Badges Name badges will serve as identification and tickets for all Children’s Program events and care. Children must wear their name badges at all times during Reunion. (During evening care, children will receive name tags when they arrive, as we do not allow lanyard style badges to be worn for safety purposes.) For children with allergies or medication, a special notation will be made on the name badge/name tag to allow staff to easily identify the child’s needs. All allergies and medication will be checked beforehand by the directors and upon registration. Liability for Injury or Loss Every reasonable precaution is being taken for the safety of your children. However, no individual or committee can or does assume liability for injury to any person or for loss of, or damage to, property at any time or place during Reunion. Tipping Student Staff Students perform various duties throughout Reunion and greatly appreciate gratuities. An envelope for gratuities will be provided in your registration packet for your convenience; please write the group and counselor’s name on the envelope. Half-Days/Part-Days During the Day Program If you would like your child to join the day’s activities once activities have begun and need assistance locating the group, please proceed to Cabot Library. HAA staff will contact the appropriate group director and coordinate a meeting. It is your responsibility to drop off your child with the group’s staff. If your child cannot meet up with the group because the group is off campus, he or she will be able to meet up with his or her group when they return. Evening Program Evening Program supervision begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at 12:30 a.m. Light snacks will be available, but dinner will not be provided during the evening program, so please plan accordingly to ensure that your child is fed before dropping him or her off. Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere do I go if my child is late? If your child is late and does not join the assigned children’s group in the morning after breakfast, you may make arrangements for your child to meet the group if it is on campus. Contact HAA staff at Cabot Library in person for assistance and coordination with the appropriate children’s group director. If your child’s group is off campus, you must arrange your own drop-off at the location or wait until the group returns to campus. Please consult the Children’s Program schedule to determine the location of your child’s group. What if my child is nervous about participating? The Children’s Program staff is composed mainly of Harvard students who are excited to meet your children and introduce them to Harvard. Along with the professional staff of the Harvard Alumni Association and World Sports Camp, the students will do everything they can to ensure your child is comfortable and enjoying his or her time at Harvard. However, children may opt out of any activity in which they do not feel comfortable participating. What do I do if my child wants to be reassigned to a different group to join his or her friends? Please notify HAA staff at reunion headquarters of this request, and they will do their best to accommodate you and your child. What if my child is only participating in the Day Program? A full schedule of activities is planned for children registered for the Day Program, which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Parents must pick up children from dinner, promptly before it ends at 6:30 p.m. Parents arriving late for pickup after 6:30 p.m. will be reminded by phone to pick up their children and charged the Evening Program fee. What if my child is only participating in the Evening Program? The Evening Program runs from 6:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. and includes fun activities, games, and performances for your children to enjoy. Programming for children ages 8 and younger takes place at the MAC gym; programming for children ages 9 and above takes place at the Hemenway gym. What about Field Day on Saturday? Field Day is designed to be a fun family event. Children can participate in either the full program on Saturday or only the Field Day event taking place from noon to 3 p.m. at the Radcliffe Quad. Please note that supervision will not be provided for Field Day for 25th Reunion children participating in the full Saturday day program. Parents in the 25th Reunion are responsible for picking up their children at group headquarters, accompanying them to Field Day activities, and returning them to headquarters when the event ends. Children in the 35th Reunion will remain with their group throughout the day. I have a question about the Children’s Program that is not listed here. Where do I get more information? For an immediate response while you are on campus, please contact HAA staff at Cabot Library Headquarters in person. You may also send an email to ChildrensProgram_HAA@harvard.edu to receive a response following the Reunion.
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