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RECREATION REPORT
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Recreation staff will provide informational updates on Winter Camp Opportunities and the Community Centers’ December Events.
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Summary
Winter Day Camps
The City of Stockton Community Services Department will offer Winter Camp for children ages 5-12 during winter break. Camp will be held Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Arnold Rue, Seifert, Stribley, and Van Buskirk Community Centers, as well as Egusa Gymnasium, adjacent to August Knodt School.
Winter Camp will be offered in two weekly sessions:
• Week 1: December 21-24 (No camp December 25)
• Week 2: December 28-31 (No camp January 1)
Registration for Weeks 1 and 2 is $56 per child and $42 per additional sibling due to the shortened schedule.
Camp participants will enjoy a variety of structured recreational activities, games, and enrichment opportunities designed to support social, emotional, and physical development during the school break. Winter Camp provides a safe, engaging environment for children to stay active, make friends, and have fun while school is out.
Alternative Camp Opportunities
In addition to Winter Camp, the Community Services Department will offer two specialty enrichment camp programs at the Ursula Meyer Library & Community Center.
STEM Camp
STEM Discovery Camp is designed to introduce youth to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through engaging, hands-on learning activities. The camp focuses on creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving while making STEM concepts fun and accessible.
The STEM Discovery Camp will be held December 28-31 for youth ages 8-12 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is $63 per child per session and $42 per additional sibling. Supplies are included, and registration is required.
E-Gaming Camp
E-Gaming Camp leverages youth interest in video games to develop teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and digital citizenship skills. Participants will learn about healthy gaming habits, esports pathways, game design principles, and STEM-related concepts in a structured and supervised environment.
The E-Gaming Camp will be held December 21-24 for youth ages 13-17 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Registration is $63 per child per session and $47.25 per additional sibling. Registration is required.
These specialty camps provide additional recreational and educational opportunities for youth during winter break while supporting skill development, creativity, and positive social interaction.
Community Center December Events
Holiday Workshops
The City of Stockton Community Services Department will host its annual Winter Workshops in December, offering free, family-friendly activities at community centers throughout the city. Designed to bring residents together and celebrate the winter season, these events will feature winter-themed activities, gift wrapping, games, snacks, and more for children, families, and community members of all ages.
Winter Workshops will take place December 14-18 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the following locations:
• December 14: Stribley Community Center
• December 15: Van Buskirk Community Center
• December 16: Seifert Community Center
• December 17: Ursula Meyer Library & Community Center
• December 18: Arnold Rue Community Center
All Winter Workshops are free and open to the public and provide opportunities for the community to gather, celebrate the season, and enjoy recreational activities in a welcoming community environment.
Cookies with Santa
Cookies with Santa will be held on December 22 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Oak Park Senior Center. This free, family-friendly event will feature winter-themed activities, cookie decorating, music, and opportunities to take pictures with Santa. We encourage our senior members to bring their grandchildren and family members to participate in the festivities and enjoy an afternoon of holiday cheer together. Cookies with Santa is free for city-wide senior members and their families.