Chelsea – Children

13920 E. Old US-12, Chelsea

(734) 475–0760

Adult-child ratios: age 3 & younger 1:4; preschoolers 1:10; school-age children 1:12. Mon.–Fri. 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Toddler and preschool academic program during school year. Spanish classes and academic programs. Call for rates. info@avilachildcarecenter.com, avilachildcarecenter.com

14258 Michigan St., Eagle, MI 48822

(517) 940–4210

Activities for young people in Cub Scouts (grades K–5) and leadership activities in Scouts BSA (grades 6–12), Venturing and Sea Scouting (ages 14–21, 13 if 8th grade completed). See website for area groups. beascout.org V

445 Mayer (Beach Middle School), Chelsea

Liz Adams, (517) 480–2972

Year-round club open to swimmers of all ability levels, ages 5–18. Age 8 & under swim, 6–7 p.m.; age 9 & above with registration. WISC and SMSL swimming leagues. See website for fees. cacswim.org

14600 E. Old US-12, Chelsea

(734) 433–1938

Half-day preschool programs. Adult-child ratio 1:4. Age 3 classes Tues. & Thurs. 8:15–11 a.m.; age 4 Mon., Wed., & Fri. 8:15–11 a.m.; multiage Mon., Tues., & Thurs. 8:15–11 a.m.; age 2 playgroup (parents attending) Fri. 9–10:30 a.m. publicity@chelseacoop.org, chelseacoop.org

500 E. Washington (Washington Street Education Center), Chelsea

(734) 433–2208

Half-day preschool programs for ages 3–5. Adult-child ratios: age 3 2:14; ages 4 & 5 2:16. Mornings 8–11 a.m. & afternoons noon–3 p.m. Two-, three-, and four-day/week programs. Full-day all-year tuition-based preschool Mon.–Fri. 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. See Chelsea website for rates. All-day Great Start Readiness Program for low- to medium-income families Mon.–Thurs. 8 a.m.–2:45 p.m. Apply online at Washtenaw website. First Steps Washtenaw Play Group Parent Education Program for infants–age 5 with scholarships available for families with a child identified with a disability. chelsea.k12.mi.us/chelseapreschool, washtenawpreschool.com

PO Box 26, Chelsea 48118

Leslie Fry, (734) 635–9871

Beach Middle School and Chelsea High School competitive teams. June Whip-It camp for skills building and spring field hockey for grades 3–8. Aug.–Oct. games in southeast Michigan. No experience necessary. chelseafieldhockey.org

501 Coliseum (Arctic Coliseum), Chelsea

(734) 433–4444

Recreational and competitive figure skating programs, including Learn to Skate and singles/freestyle. The national showcase team skates with theatrical performance, while the Washtenaw Edge High School team competes in district competitions. Ages 2–18. megansalamon7@gmail.com, chelseafigureskatingclub.com

501 Coliseum (Arctic Coliseum), Chelsea

(734) 433–4444

USA Hockey affiliate. Home of the tier-2 Chelsea Chiefs. Developmental programs for the youngest players: Snow Cubs (ages 3–5), Learn-to-Skate, and Learn-to-Play (ages 6–12) groups. Travel leagues, house leagues (ages 13–18). See website for fees. communityrelationscha@gmail.com, chelseahockey.pucksystems.com

PO Box 44, Chelsea 48118

Nonprofit providing opportunities for K–12 kids from Chelsea and surrounding communities to benefit from a comprehensive, competitive, yet affordable travel soccer program. Focus on developing healthy attitudes toward participating in team sports and understanding the importance of good sportsmanship and respect for others. doc.chelseasoccerclub@gmail.com, chelseasoccerclub.org

1101 S. Main, Chelsea

(734) 475–1555

Reopened under new ownership. Indoor playground and café with an informal meeting area for adults. Hosts parties and playgroups. Eatery serves drinks and handmade gourmet sandwiches. Espresso bar and coffee bar that serves Zingerman’s coffee. Children’s menu available. Free Wi-Fi. See website for updates, hours, and rates. thechelseatreehouse.com

1671 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor

(734) 714–5140

Six age divisions for girls ages 5–18. Activities include camping, leadership and career exploration, and community service. Call to volunteer, join, or start a troop. gshom@gshom.org, gshom.org V

1580 Commerce Park Dr., Chelsea

(734) 475–6080

Regular child care program for ages 6 weeks–5 years. Full-day preschool 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Call for rates. chelsea@kindercare.com, kindercare.com

1515 S. Main, Chelsea

(734) 475–7338

Adult-child ratios: 1:8–10. Faith-based Christian programming open to all faiths. Half days 8:30–11:30 a.m.; full days 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Any combination of days with a two-day minimum enrollment. Email for rates. preschool@oursaviorchelsea.com, oursaviorchelsea.com/preschool

2500 Pierce (Cedar Lake Outdoor Center), Chelsea

(517) 346–6462

Conservation-focused summer camp for kids ages 7–12. Offers day camp programs for ages 7–12 and residential programs for campers ages 9–12. camp@mucc.org, www.mucccamp.org

6065 Sibley, ste. 2, Chelsea

(734) 593–7100

Small, family-owned child care and learning center. Adult-child ratios: age 2 and under 1:3; age 3 1:8; age 4 1:10; age 5 1:12. Mon.–Fri. 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Currently full with waitlist. angie@mudpieslullabies.com, mudpieslullabies.com