For as little as $500 (does not include annual membership of $100), a child can go to the Boys & Girls Club in South Lake Tahoe for the entire summer.

Coach Phil helps kids learn softball skills during the Junior Giants program at the club last summer. Photo/Provided

The club is open Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm.

To get started, go online to download the information packet and the 2013-14 membership application. There are discounts if you have more than one child attending.

Age-appropriate activities include performing arts, technology, leadership, culinary, sports, art, and more. The main site is located at 1100 Lyons Ave.  — the former Al Tahoe Elementary School.