Dec 24: The Lantern Lab Camp
Light the Lantern Avenue, then carry your lantern out glowing at pickup. | 1 Day Camp
About the Class
THE LIBRARY (2062 Lincoln) | Thursday, December 24, 2026 Christmas Eve at The Library is the glowing finale of The Gift Forge, our four-day gift-making week — and The Lantern Lab is a one-day pass into it: same cohort, same room, same staff. The morning is wrapping and tag-writing: holiday paper, ribbon, twine, and a hand-written tag for every gift — who is this for, and what do you want them to know? Then the whole cohort installs the Lantern Avenue: hand-built paper lanterns lining the hallway, each Maker placing their own on its mapped spot and setting a battery candle inside. At 2:30 the hallway goes dark for the Lantern Avenue Lighting — candles switched on row by row until the whole Avenue glows, each Maker called up by name. The ceremony is kids-only; families get the story in the recap photo email. Then comes the day's last image: at the 4:00 pickup, Makers carry their lit lanterns to the door for a glowing handoff on the early-dark Christmas Eve sidewalk. Every Maker heads home with their lantern glowing in hand, the gifts they wrapped and hand-tagged, and the Lantern Keeper badge on their apron. Underneath the light: generosity made concrete — wrapping, tagging, and giving something you finished yourself. DETAILS & LOGISTICS • Very low camper-to-staff ratio • Outdoor time, lunch, play, and field games at Littlejohn Park • Ages: 2nd–5th Grade (7–11) • Drop Off: 8:45–9:00am | Pick Up: 4:00pm • Extended Care Hours: 8:30am–5:30pm • Food: Bring a labeled water bottle, two hearty snacks, and a nut-free lunch DISCOUNTS • Members: please contact us for your discount code • Use code Siblings10 for 10% off the 2nd child
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
VKC Fair + Flexible Cancellation Policy We understand that plans can change. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to both our campers and our organization. 2026–27 School Year Camp Policy 60 Days or More Before Camp Start Date 100% refundable, minus a 3% payment-processing fee. No cancellation fee — book early, risk-free! 45–59 Days Before Camp Start Date Refunds are available, less a $50 cancellation fee and a 3% payment-processing fee. Transfers to another week or camper are allowed at no charge, if space permits. Less Than 45 Days Before Camp Start Date No refunds will be issued. You may transfer your registration to another student or camp week for a $25 transfer fee, space permitting. Summer 2026 Camp Policy (for camps running June–August 2026) After May 1, 2026: No refunds. You may transfer your registration to another student or camp week for a $25 transfer fee, space permitting. Differences in Tuition If you transfer into a higher-priced camp, the tuition difference will be charged at the time of transfer. If you move into a lower-priced camp, the difference will be refunded (less applicable processing fees) or credited toward a future VKC program. Member Benefit Members may transfer or switch camps free of charge up to 10 days before the camp start date. Our Promise We want your child to have a wonderful camp experience — and we'll always do our best to accommodate changes with kindness and flexibility. If you need to adjust plans, just reach out early and we'll help find the best option.
Contact Details
2062 Lincoln Avenue, Alameda, CA, USA
info@thevillagekidsclub.org