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• May 19, 2026 What to Expect at Camp  Our first week of camps is approaching fast! As you get your students ready to attend Bright Lights this summer, here are a few things to keep in mind.  BEFORE...
• May 19, 2026 Bring On Summer If your student’s school year hasn’t already ended, then they are counting down the hours... as it is THAT close. And just like them, we can’t wait for summer...
• May 12, 2026 Teachers are the Magic Behind Camps BY Renee Ford Teachers are often called the unsung heroes of our communities—but at Bright Lights, we sing their praises every chance we get. They’re the magic behind our camps and the reason each...
• May 1, 2026 Give to Lincoln Day, Give to Bright Lights BY Megan Ockander As we gear up for Give to Lincoln Day 2026, we invite you to join us in supporting Bright Lights during this special milestone year—our 40th summer of camps!...
• April 28, 2026 Camps Open for K-2 Summer Fun BY Renee Ford If you're like me, a recommendation from a friend can greatly influence your decision to buy/participate/check something out. So it’s no surprise this same word-of-mouth is often what leads...
• April 21, 2026 Star City Leaders By Dylan Kitchen, Director of Programming and Youth Engagement, Leadership Lincoln Star City Leaders (Camp #142) is a new Bright Lights camp designed to help 6th-8th graders explore leadership by...
• April 14, 2026 Rewarding Summer Volunteer Opportunity BY Jodi Fuson With National Volunteer Month here, we want to let our Camp Assistants know how much we appreciate them!This group of nearly 130 volunteers is crucial to providing support to our Bright Lights teachers...
• April 7, 2026 Safety Adds to Summer Fun At Bright Lights, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s the foundation of everything we do. We want every student and teacher to fully enjoy hands-on learning and summer fun in an environment that feels...
• March 31, 2026 How to Choose a Camp When summer fills up fast with activities, vacations and everyday life, finding the right camp can feel overwhelming. At Bright Lights, we make it simple for families to choose enriching experiences...
• March 24, 2026 Oh my Stars…Twinkles Camp! BY Alex Miller One of the most important things we know about early childhood learning is that young children learn best through play and social interactions. Twinkles—Bright Lights new week-long camp designed exclusively for students...