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Things To Do This Summer 2026!

Information Provided by GSCS-Federal Programs

Things To DoThis Summer 2026!Information Provided by GSCS-Federal Programs
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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!

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GSCS Pre-K Transition

Pre-K Transition Program for Rising Kindergarten

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

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Community Day Camps Community Day Camps

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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

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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

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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

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What's Happening at the Library!

Get ready for the Summer Reading Program for 2026!
Registration begins May 18, 2026
Program ends July 18, 2026


Here are some highlights of our exciting children’s programs coming this summer:

Grab & Go Kids Craft Kits - each week, Monday through Saturday, pick up a new craft kit
(while supplies last)




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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.

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TRIO Summer Enrichment

TRIO-ETS serves students at Spalding High School, Rehoboth Road Middle School, and Cowan Road Middle School. Please use the QR code on flyer below to join TRIO and to sign up your scholar for summer services.
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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.

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Planet Fitness High School Pass 26

Supercharge Your Summer

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.

Dance and Theatre Dance and Theatre

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FREE EVENT!! We will be showing the movie Moana on June 27th at 7pm and Moana 2 on August 22nd at 7pm in the field at 5th and Solomon St!

Meet us there for a FREE movie, ice cream and popcorn! We will have crafts and activities for kids as well as photo booth opportunities! It will be a night full of fun memories for the whole family!

Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets for a fun night with friends and family!


Located in Downtown Griffin in the field behind Historic City Hall in partnership with Downtown Griffin Council, Spalding County, Chick-fil-a Griffin, and Maxi-Lube Auto Center

Movie in the Park Information

Location

225 East Solomon Street

Griffin, Georgia 30223

Corner of 5th and Solomon Streets

Dates on picture above

Each event will start at 7:00PM

Spalding County Leisure Services Spalding County Leisure Services

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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

More Things To Do More Things To Do

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$1 Family Movies for Summer Break

Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week from June 1 to August 13 get $1 Summer Movie Express tickets starting at 11AM Monday through Thursday.

All attendees of a Summer Movie Express title will receive $3 off a Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, popcorn, and fruit gummies, and / or a cup of refreshingly cold Dippin’ Dots ice cream.

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Coming Soon Coming Soon

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This newsletter will be updated as more community events information is available. Please check back regularly to find more interesting and fun activities to make the summer of 2025 the best summer ever!
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GSCS - Federal Programs Department

Dr. Melvina Crawl, Director of Federal Programs

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

LaJuana Love
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