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Books & Balls - PS #18

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Books & Balls - PS #18 is a free summer day camp offered by the City of Paterson's Department of Recreation, providing activities for children in grades K-8.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, patersonnj.myrec.com, is the official recreation portal for the City of Paterson, New Jersey. The 'Books & Balls - PS #18' program is listed as a free summer day camp for children entering grades K-8, running from July 8th to August 16th, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is managed by the City of Paterson's Department of Recreation, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, and educational components. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the site, nor specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for 'Books & Balls - PS #18' specifically were not found, as the program is part of a larger municipal offering. The website does not list social media handles for the recreation department or the specific program.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–10

Books & Balls - PS #18 fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–10
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 160 Market St, Paterson, NJ 07505
  • Phone: (973) 321-1313
  • Cost notes: USD. registration_fee:

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Books & Balls - PS #18

What ages does Books & Balls - PS #18 accept?
Books & Balls - PS #18 is open to children ages 5–10. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Books & Balls - PS #18 cost?
Books & Balls - PS #18 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. registration_fee: Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Books & Balls - PS #18's hours?
Books & Balls - PS #18 runs 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Books & Balls - PS #18?
Books & Balls - PS #18 is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Books & Balls - PS #18 provide lunch?
Books & Balls - PS #18 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Books & Balls - PS #18 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Paterson?
Books & Balls - PS #18 is one of 17 traditional day camp camps in Paterson that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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