Things To Do This Summer 2026!
Information Provided by GSCS-Federal Programs
Stay Active This Summer
The Griffin-Spalding County School District wants to keep our parents and students in the know! There are many great events and camps happening around our community this summer. Take a look at many included in this newsletter. Stay tuned and visit the newsletter often as we will add new and exciting opportunities in this location.
Stay active and Happy Summer!
GSCS Pre-K Transition
Moore Elementary School and Orrs Elementary School
June 1 -July 8 2026
Monday-Thursday
7:30AM-3:15PM
For information please contact the GSCS Pre-K Office
770-229-3710 ext. 10395
Bright Star Day Camp
Bright Star Day Camp
305 Green Valley Rd
Griffin, GA 30224
770-467-4840
Kindergarten-12 Years of Age
May 26-July 31, 2026
Weekly Cost $110.00
Camp Curiosity
Childcare Network
1609 Williamson Rd
Griffin, GA 30224
770-227-2788
Camp Curiosity
Pre-Kindergarten-12 Years of Age
May 26- July 31, 2026
Different theme each week
Weekly Cost $160.00
Registration Fee $75.00
Salvation Army Day Camp
Salvation Army Summer Day Camp
725 Meriwether Street
Griffin, GA 30224
770-412-6561
Ages 5-12 Only
June 1-July 24, 2026
Registration per family 40.00
Weekly tuition per child 50.00
What's Happening at the Library!
Georgia Public Library Service has partnered with public libraries across Georgia to encourage parents to read 1,000 books with their children before entering kindergarten. This program is designed to be a fun and easy way to help your child develop pre-reading skills vital to kindergarten readiness.
TRIO Summer Enrichment
City of Griffin Summer Camps
The City of Griffin hosts multiple programs designed to offer Griffin-Spalding residents the opportunity to learn more about local government. Programs are free to attend and go behind the scenes to experience the wide range of government functions, services, activities, challenges, and how to get more involved. This summer, we will host three Youth Summer Camps for children 11 to 15 years of age.
Citizens' Government Academy Junior - Campers will go behind the scenes with all departments that make up the City of Griffin. Campers will enjoy hands-on activities, facility tours, and fun experiences from Monday, June 8, 2026 through Thursday, June 11, 2026 , from 8:30am to 3pm daily. Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided. To register, email Danielle Hancock at dbhancock@cityofgriffin.com.
Griffin Police Department Youth Camp - Campers will learn (Nerf) gun safety, effective driving (with golf carts), SWAT, and more from Monday, June 15, 2026, through Thursday June 18, 2026, from 8:30am to 3pm. Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided. To register, email Lt. Brandon Walden at bwalden@cityofgriffin.com.
Camp Fire with Griffin Fire Rescue - Campers will get a firsthand experience of the life of a firefighter while learning fire safety, how to use equipment, and the importance of the job from Monday, June 22, 2026, through Friday, June 26, 2026, from 8:30am to 3pm. Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided. To register, visit the Fire Administrative Headquarters at 1420 Ellis Road.
Planet Fitness High School Pass 26
Starting June 1st, teens between the ages of 15-19 can work out for free all summer long! Plus, we’re giving away $200,000* to high schools and students! Teens who register can help win a grant for their school and participate in a video contest for a chance to win a scholarship. Program Dates: Workouts are completely free from June 1 through August 31.
Fairmont Girls Scouts
Girl Scout activities are provided each summer at Fairmont Community Center during summer programming. The activities are FREE and led by the Flint River Regional Girl Scouts program. Activities include S.T.E.M. based programs, arts and crafts as well as leadership development.
Registration for Girls Scout programming conducted onsite at Fairmont Community Center. For more information on this exciting program, please call 770-467-4758.
Fairmont Girls Scout Club
Small Community Room
Girls age 5-15
GSCS - Federal Programs Department
Dr. LaJuana Love, District Family & Community Engagement Specialist
Email: lajuana.love@gscs.org
Website: https://www.gscs.org/page/federal-programs
Location: 214 South 6th Street, Griffin, GA, USA
Phone: 770-229-3710