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8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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Playground Group - Junior Hillers - Junior Hillers, Session 1
Join us for Junior Hillers Playground Group 2026A Hopkinton tradition for over 30 years!Our mission this summer remains the same as always: to provide a safe place for kids to get outside and be active, to make some new friends and reconnect with old ones, and most importantly, have fun. The majority of our enthusiastic and engaging staff attended Playground Group themselves and are eager to pass on the fun memories they have of their time at Playground Group.Junior Hillers meet at Elmwood School for a week full of sports, events, and games like the always popular Pillow Polo! There will be one weekly trip to Sandy Beach, along with a field trip to somewhere new and exciting (with a couple Water Wizz days too!), tie-dye, arts and crafts, water balloons and so much more. Every Junior Hiller receives a t-shirt to be worn on Field Trip days. Session 1June 29 - July 3Field Trip: Water WizzSpecial Guest: Flying High DogsSession 2July 6 - July 10Field Trip: Jay Gee's Ice Cream and Fun CenterSpecial Guest: Turning CirclesSession 3July 13 - July 17Field Trip: Roger Williams ZooSpecial Guest: Rockets with EcoTariumSession 4July 20 - July 24Field Trip: Woo-Sox vs Jacksonville Jumbo ShirmpSpecial Guest: Claytime PotterySession 5July 27 - July 31Field Trip: Urban AirSpecial Guest: Animal AdventuresSession 6: August 3 - August 7Field Trip: Water WizzSpecial Guest: TBDActivities include but not limited to:GamesTeam SportsArts & crafts, including the always popular tie dye!Tuesday afternoons at Sandy Beach Thursday Field Trips Playground timeMusic & movies when the weather is not ideal for outdoor activitiesCheck out our extended day option! Our extended day program runs until 5:30pm.
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8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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Playground Group - Little Hillers - Little Hillers: Session 1
Join us for Little Hillers Playground Group 2026A Hopkinton tradition for over 30 years!
Our mission remains the same every summer: to provide a safe, welcoming place where kids can get outside, stay active, make new friends, reconnect with old ones—and most importantly, have fun! Many of our enthusiastic and energetic counselors are proud alumni of Playground Group themselves. They’re excited to pass on the same unforgettable memories they made during their own time here. About Little Hillers Little Hillers takes place at Elmwood School, where kids enjoy a fun-filled week of arts and crafts, sports, and games. Each week features a special theme and an exciting field trip, with some mixed in special guests!Every Little Hiller receives a t-shirt to be worn on field trip days!Session 1: Party in the USAJune 29 - July 3Get ready to sing, dance, and celebrate summer across the U.S.A.! Campers will travel coast to coast through games, crafts, and activities inspired by favorite American pastimes, from beach relays and backyard BBQ games to carnival-style fun and dance parties. Each day brings a new destination and a reason to celebrate, all leading up to a star-spangled finale at the end of the week.Field Trip: Davis FarmlandSpecial Guest: Flying High DogsSession 2: Decades of FunJuly 6 - July 10Get ready to travel through time! Each day we’ll visit a different decade packed with music, games, and style, from groovy ‘60s tie-dye to ‘80s dance moves and beyond. Campers will create retro-inspired crafts, play throwback games, and learn fun dances from each era as we celebrate the best trends through the years.Field Trip: Acton Discovery MuseumSpecial Guest: Turning CirclesSession 3: DinosaursJuly 13 - July 17Travel back in time to the land of the dinosaurs! Campers will stomp, roar, and dig their way through a week of prehistoric fun filled with dino-themed games, art, and outdoor adventures. Each day, we’ll explore a different type of dinosaur and the world they lived in, from the towering T-Rex to the gentle Brachiosaurus.Field Trip: EcotariumSpecial Guest: Claytime PotterySession 4: H2-WHOA! WeekJuly 20 - July 24Get ready to make a splash! This week is all about water fun, sprinklers, sponge games, slip-n-slides, and plenty of outdoor adventures to keep you cool. Campers will explore water through science, art, and play, from creating colorful bubble art to racing water balloons and building mini boats to float down our “camp river.” Pack a swimsuit, towel, and lots of energy, things are about to get H2-Whoa!Field Trip: TBDSpecial Guest: Top Secret ScienceSession 5: Welcome to Zootopia!July 27 - July 31Step into the wild world of Zootopia, where anyone can be anything! Campers will explore life in the big city through creative art projects, outdoor games, and teamwork challenges inspired by Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and all their animal friends. Each day focuses on a different district of Zootopia, from the icy tundra to the bustling city streets, as campers build their own animal identities, solve silly mysteries, and help keep Zootopia running smoothly.Field Trip: Southwick's ZooSpecial Guest: Animal AdventuresSession 6: Aloha Summer!August 3 - August 7Say aloha to an amazing summer! Campers will hula, limbo, and splash their way through a week of tropical-inspired fun filled with colorful crafts, beach games, and water play. Each day will bring a new island adventure, from making leis and sand art to island relay races and beach ball challenges.We’ll wrap up the week with a festive luau celebration to say “mahalo” for a great summer and send everyone off with sunny smiles and new memories!Field Trip: Honey Pot HillSpecial Guest: TBDRETURNING THIS SUMMER! We’re excited to partner with our friends at OARS 3 Rivers to bring their Water Wise Workshops to our summer program! Over the course of four Tuesdays in July, kids will dive into fascinating topics! Get ready for a fun and educational splash into the world of water!
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