East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp
The East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp, part of Arlington Parks and Recreation, offers themed weekly day camp experiences for children aged 5-12 ...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a news article from the City of Arlington's website detailing summer camp offerings, including those at the East Library and Recreation Center. This indicates the camp is a municipal program operated by the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department. The camp is a day camp for children aged 5-12, with weekly themed sessions from June 10 to August 9, 2024, costing $160 per week for residents. Activities include games, crafts, and field trips. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. No specific state license number for this particular camp was found, as municipal recreation programs often operate under broader city regulations. Google reviews for 'Arlington Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, indicating general satisfaction with the department's offerings. Social media handles for Arlington Parks and Recreation are @arlingtonparks on Instagram and 'arlingtonparksandrec' on Facebook, where they frequently post updates and photos of various programs.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp 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 community/rec center program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Address: 1817 New York Ave., Arlington, Texas 76010
- Cost notes: USD. $150/week if you sign up by the Thursday prior to each camp week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp
- What ages does East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp accept?
- East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–12. 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 East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp cost?
- East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp publishes $160/week for the standard session. USD. $150/week if you sign up by the Thursday prior to each camp week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp's hours?
- East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp runs 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp?
- East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp 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 East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp provide lunch?
- East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp 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 East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Arlington?
- East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp is one of 13 community/rec center camps in Arlington 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside East Library and Recreation Center Summer Camp.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County - Main Branch · 608 N Elm St, Arlington · Ages 5–18 · $25/week
- Wimbish Boys & Girls Club · 1601 Wright St, Arlington · Ages 5–18 · $25/week
- Arlington ISD - Berry Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark · Arlington ISD - Berry Elementary School · Ages 5–12
- Arlington Parks & Recreation Summer Camps · Multiple Locations · Ages 5–12
- Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) · Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · Ages 5–12 · $150/week
- Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) · Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Beacon Recreation Center · Beacon Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Cliff Nelson Recreation Center · Cliff Nelson Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week