Posted on January 22, 2026 by Lisa Baum -
CIT PROGRAM 2026
Open to teens entering Grades 9 and 10 in Fall 2026
Acquire the skills you need to be a fabulous camp counselor!
Upon successful completion of the program, participants may be asked to volunteer for the remainder of the camp session. Volunteer hours may not be the entire camp day or every day.
Location: Summer Road Park
Monday June 22nd-Friday June 26th *CIT’s must be able to attend all five days*
Hours: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Fee: $140
LIMITED ENROLLMENT!
- Learn leadership skills
- Safety Training
- Be a positive role model
- Receive Community Service credit
For more information on the program click here: CIT PROGRAM 2026
More information here: CIT Description 2026
This program requires an application and interview prior to acceptance.
Please complete the application and return it to Dina (info on the application) and you will be contacted for an interview.
The application should be completed by the teen, not by parents please.
Click here for the CIT Application: CIT Application 2026
Payment link is open for accepted candidates only.
Any questions please contact Assistant Recreation Director Dina Fornataro at [email protected]
Posted on January 22, 2026 by Lisa Baum -
Orchestra Camp (Fiddle Camp) at Readington Middle School
Monday-Friday June 22nd-26th 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open to students entering Grades 6-9 in Fall 2025 with at least two years of experience on your instrument
Cost: $198
Space is limited in each instrument group.
Join Mr. Jack Hasselbring (HBS, RMS Orchestra Director) for this fun camp!
If you register for camp after June 1st we cannot guarantee that we will have the exact size t-shirt you request.
Are you an orchestra member looking for a new experience? During this camp orchestra members (violin, viola, cello, bass) will have the opportunity to learn the basics of traditional Irish music (as well as some Scottish and American bluegrass). Students will learn jigs, reels and airs as well as basic ornamentation and performance practice.
Camp hours will include sectional and full ensemble rehearsals as well as fun games and activities.
On Friday afternoon June 26th at 4:00 pm, we will celebrate your students’ accomplishments with a concert featuring performers from both Music Camps!
Posted on January 22, 2026 by Lisa Baum -
Band Camp at Readington Middle School
Monday-Friday June 22-26 2026
9:00 am – Noon
Open to students entering Grades 6-9 in Fall 2026 with at least one year of experience on their instrument
Cost: $198
Space is limited in each instrument group.
Join Ms. Jess Richter (HBS Band Director), Mrs. Sam Lestrange(RMS Band Director) and Mr. Ryan Sandor (Rutgers Graduate) for this fun camp.
If you register for camp after June 1st we cannot guarantee that we will have the exact size t-shirt you request.
Participants will learn how to play music from their favorite movies (think Disney, Marvel!) on their instruments. The focus of this camp is to foster and promote musical growth through the playing of instruments and enhancing listening skills.
On Friday afternoon June 26th at 4:00 pm, we will celebrate your students’ accomplishments with a concert featuring performers from both Music Camps!
The time will include sectionals, big band rehearsals, listening to different performances and getting to know the other students in the band.
Instruments for band camp:
Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone Horn, Tuba, Percussion
Posted on January 22, 2026 by Lisa Baum -
Creative Theater Camp
Week of July 27-31 2026
Grades 6,7,8,9,10 (as of Fall 2026)
Readington Middle School
9:00 am – 3:00 pm, campers bring a lunch
Cost: $215 or the weeklong camp
Theater Camp sells out very quickly – don’t miss out!
A Gilbert and Sullivan Mashup
Creative Theater meets the classics! We combine elements of Pirates of Penzance and HMS Pinafore, along with our Stage Swordplay class and create a fun swashbuckling play. It’s Pirates vs. the British Navy featuring sword and quarterstaff work!
The final day is a performance of their original play for parents, family, friends and guests.
Instructor: artsTECHsolutions
Posted on January 21, 2026 by Lisa Baum -
Creative Theater Camp
Week of August 10th – 14th 2026
Grades 2,3,4,5 (as of Fall 2026)
Readington Middle School
9:00 am – 3:00 pm, campers bring a lunch
Cost: $215 or the weeklong camp
Theater Camp sells out very quickly – don’t miss out!
“It Came From Outer Space”
Aliens, mad scientists, monsters and more make up our spoof of 1950’s sci-fi/monster movies! The students create the play following an outline. It’s a battle of good vs evil, can the world be saved? We will find out this Summer as aliens, mad scientists, robots and heroes come together in “It Came From Out of Space” in Readington!
The final day is a performance of their original play for parents, family, friends and guests.
Instructor: artsTECHsolutions
Posted on December 30, 2025 by keith -
BEFORE CARE OPTION FOR SUMMER REC CAMP
June 22-July 31 2026
7:30-8:00 am
Summer Road Park
Regular camp drop off begins at 8:00 am.
LIMITED TO 5 CAMPERS
Full camp session: $150
Posted on December 23, 2025 by keith -
This link is to register and pay for Extended Day hours held at Healthquest
This program is open to Readington Summer Rec campers registered until 3:00pm only
Fee is $640 for the 6 week session
Extended day is Mon-Thurs – 4 days a week ONLY*
*There is no Extended Day program on Fridays because we cannot get a bus on Fridays.
If your child is registered for Extended Day he/she can attend a full day of camp at Healthquest Friday July 3rd when Rec Camp is closed. There is no additional fee for this day, however, there is no transportation those two days so you will drop off and pick up your child at Healthquest.
Pick up at Healthquest is at 6:00 pm (you can pick up before that time)
Transportation from Summer Road Park to Healthquest is included.
If Rec Camp is closed due to weather, Extended Day campers are eligible to attend full day camp at Healthquest (no bus). If Rec Camp has an early dismissal due to weather, the bus will come early and take the Extended Day campers to Healthquest.
COST IS IN ADDITION TO THE REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER REC CAMP
You must be registered for Rec Camp to register for Extended Day.
Activities included at Healthquest: Swimming (indoors and outdoors), sports, games and more.
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Posted on December 9, 2025 by Lisa Baum -
The 6th grade group for camp is sold out. If you want to be on a waitlist please email Lisa at: [email protected]
This link is to register a camper who will be in SIXTH GRADE in Fall 2026
BY COMPLETING THIS REGISTRATION YOU ARE OPTING IN TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES FROM READINGTON REC CAMP REGARDING WEATHER OR CAMP INFORMATION. THIS WILL NOT BE USED FOR ADVERTISING.
Location: Summer Road Park
Dates: 6/22-7/31 (no camp 7/3)
Camp is 5 days a week
Hours: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (campers eat lunch at camp)
OR 8:00 am – Noon (no lunch at camp)
An option to pre-purchase pizza for lunch on Tuesdays will be available closer to the start of camp for those campers staying until 3:00 pm.
Cost for full day for 6 weeks: $960
Cost for half day for 6 weeks: $740
Registration for trips and video game truck spots will be in the Spring.
In the case of truly inclement weather, Summer Rec camp will be closed for the day. If the weather becomes inclement during the day there may be an early dismissal of camp.
We offer Extended Day Camp at Healthquest (campers go by bus) and in the case of Rec Camp closure Extended Day campers can attend the full day of camp at Healthquest. If Rec Camp has an early dismissal for weather, the bus to Healthquest will come at the closing time to transport the Extended Day campers to Healthquest earlier. Extended Day Campers may also attend a full day of camp on 7/3 when Rec Camp is closed.
Registration for Extended Day is a separate program on the Camp page.
Posted on December 9, 2025 by Lisa Baum -
The 5th grade group for camp is sold out. If you want to be on a waitlist please email Lisa at: [email protected]
This link is to register a camper who will be in FIFTH GRADE in Fall 2026
BY COMPLETING THIS REGISTRATION YOU ARE OPTING IN TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES FROM READINGTON REC CAMP REGARDING WEATHER OR CAMP INFORMATION. THIS WILL NOT BE USED FOR ADVERTISING.
Location: Summer Road Park
Dates: 6/22-7/31 (no camp 7/3)
Camp is 5 days a week
Hours: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (campers eat lunch at camp)
OR 8:00 am – Noon (no lunch at camp)
An option to pre-purchase pizza for lunch on Tuesdays will be available closer to the start of camp for those campers staying until 3:00 pm.
Cost for full day for 6 weeks: $960
Cost for half day for 6 weeks: $740
Registration for trips and video game truck spots will be in the Spring.
In the case of truly inclement weather, Summer Rec camp will be closed for the day. If the weather becomes inclement during the day there may be an early dismissal of camp.
We offer Extended Day Camp at Healthquest (campers go by bus) and in the case of Rec Camp closure Extended Day campers can attend the full day of camp at Healthquest. If Rec Camp has an early dismissal for weather, the bus to Healthquest will come at the closing time to transport the Extended Day campers to Healthquest earlier. Extended Day Campers may also attend a full day of camp on 7/3 when Rec Camp is closed.
Registration for Extended Day is a separate program on the Camp page.
Posted on December 9, 2025 by Lisa Baum -
The 4th grade group for camp is sold out. If you want to be on a waitlist please email Lisa at: [email protected]
This link is to register a camper who will be in FOURTH GRADE in Fall 2026
BY COMPLETING THIS REGISTRATION YOU ARE OPTING IN TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES FROM READINGTON REC CAMP REGARDING WEATHER OR CAMP INFORMATION. THIS WILL NOT BE USED FOR ADVERTISING.
Location: Summer Road Park
Dates: 6/22-7/31 (no camp 7/3)
Camp is 5 days a week
Hours: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (campers eat lunch at camp)
OR 8:00 am – Noon (no lunch at camp)
An option to pre-purchase pizza for lunch on Tuesdays will be available closer to the start of camp for those campers staying until 3:00 pm.
Cost for full day for 6 weeks: $960
Cost for half day for 6 weeks: $740
Registration for trips and video game truck spots will be in the Spring.
In the case of truly inclement weather, Summer Rec camp will be closed for the day. If the weather becomes inclement during the day there may be an early dismissal of camp.
We offer Extended Day Camp at Healthquest (campers go by bus) and in the case of Rec Camp closure Extended Day campers can attend the full day of camp at Healthquest. If Rec Camp has an early dismissal for weather, the bus to Healthquest will come at the closing time to transport the Extended Day campers to Healthquest earlier. Extended Day Campers may also attend a full day of camp on 7/3 when Rec Camp is closed.
Registration for Extended Day is a separate program on the Camp page.
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