Summer at the J
A COOL PLACE FOR HOT SUMMER FUN
Dates & Hours
Dates
June 30 - August 15*
Minimum enrollment: 4 weeks
*closed July 4
Ages
2½ - 8½
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30a - 4:30p
Extended Care
Before: 7:30 - 8:30a | $75/week
After: 4:30 - 6p | $125/week
Why choose us?
We offer a safe and inclusive program, where caring staff create a sense of belonging and endless fun!
For our little ones, it's their first taste of summer camp, and for our older ones, it’s a chance to dive into new adventures and make new friends!
Our experienced staff make it a point to build self-confidence in our children by being positive, supportive and kind.
Our Space
Our building is air-conditioned and equipped with a full size gymnasium, theater space and various activity spaces. We are situated across from Stephen R. Gregg Park (Hudson County Park) with easy access to it’s wide variety of sports courts, fields, running tracks, children’s playground and sprinklers.
Program Highlights
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Weekly Themes
Each week features an exciting theme that shapes activities, games, and projects. From Superheroes to Silly Scientist, our themes spark creativity, curiosity, and fun all summer long!
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Hudson County Park
The park is right across the street and we take advantage of it as much as possible. Besides the playground and sprinklers, we also utilize the walking trails and sports grounds.
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Sports & Games
Our gym time is tailored to each age group, offering appropriate activities that focus on teamwork, skill-building, and fun. From classic group games to creative twists on sports, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and stay active!
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Group Activities
Our interactive activities encourage collaboration, creativity, and teamwork through fun and engaging experiences. Whether it’s crafting or preparing for a talent show, these activities are designed to bring everyone together.
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Special Event Days
Our special event days add extra excitement with activities like dance parties, scavenger hunts, and dress-up days. These memorable experiences spark joy, creativity, and endless fun for everyone involved!
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Snacks & Lunch
A nutritious afternoon snack is provided daily. Lunch is provided by the JCC on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
What To Expect
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4 weeks: $1995
5 weeks: $2495
6 weeks: $2995
7 weeks: $3495Registration Fee: $200
Facility Fee: $99 -
Remember that a Universal Health Form must be completed and on file before your child’s first day. Children are not permitted to attend the program without a health form on file. For your convenience, the Universal Health Form is available on the registration page.
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Children will be active for most of the day and may get dirty. Children should wear comfortable clothing (shorts or pants preferred) and closed-toe shoes. T-shirts with curse words, put-downs, inappropriate pictures, etc. MUST NOT be worn to the program.
Sprinkler time is scheduled for every day. Children should wear a bathing suit under their clothes and arrive with sunscreen already applied.
For easy identification, the JCC asks that you label all campers’ items with your child’s name.
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Please clearly mark each item with your child’s name! JCC and its staff will not be held liable for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal property that your child brings to the program. Toys, games, Pokémon cards, tablets, etc. are not permitted at the JCC.
A small backpack
Refillable water bottle
Sunscreen
Towel
Water shoes (flip flops or Crocs)
A large plastic bag for wet items
Underwear or other necessary items to change into
Lunch on Tuesdays & Thursdays
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A nutritious afternoon snack is provided daily.
Lunch is provided by the JCC on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Please remember to pack lunches, that will not spoil, on Tuesdays and Thursdays and a refillable water bottle everyday.
Lunches will not be heated or refrigerated but will be kept in air conditioning. We ask that you do not send products containing nuts or that may contain nuts based on the labels. Please remind your child that they are not to share any food with other children. Please mark lunch bags with your child’s name.
Food Allergies: We are a NUT FREE building!
