SUMMER PROGRAMS.
Even though your local Clubhouse is not running normal programming, there’s sure to be a Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady summer program close to you!
Camp Lovejoy
Our very own summer day camp for youth ages 6-14 in the Helderberg Mountains, Altamont, NY.
Learn more about Camp Lovejoy!
Registration opens on April 1st. 2026!
SPARC @ AWG
Our SPARC @ AWG summer program, located at the Adeline Wright Graham Clubhouse, offers an engaging day camp experience filled with sports, STEM activities, arts & crafts, swimming and more!
Learn more about SPARC @ AWG!
Registration opens on April 1st. 2026!
Schenectady City Parks & Pools
We operate amazing summer programs in several City Parks including Hillhurst Park, Quackenbush Park, and Steinmetz Park, as well as all three City swimming pools.
Schenectady City Pools
Central Park Pool
500 Iroquois Way, Schenectady, NY 12305
City of Schenectady Residents Only
June 26 - August 23, 2026
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 9:00am - ADULT (18+) Lap Swim.
Monday - Friday: 12:30pm - 6:30pm - Free Swim
Tuesday & Thursday: 6:30-8:00pm - ADULT (18+) Lap Swim.
Saturday & Sunday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm - Free Swim
Open July 4th from 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Quackenbush Pool
1101 Forest Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303
Open to Non-City Residents
June 29 - August 21, 2026
Monday - Friday: 12:30pm - 6:30pm - Free Swim
Saturday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm - Free Swim
Closed Sundays
Closed 4th of July
Front Street Pool
179 Front St, Schenectady, NY 12305
Open to Non-City Residents
June 29 - August 21, 2026
Monday - Friday: 12:30pm - 6:30pm - Free Swim
Tuesday & Thursday: 6:30-8:00pm - FAMILY Swim. One Adult (18+) can accompany up to two children.
Saturday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm - Free Swim
Closed Sundays
Open July 4th from 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Schenectady City Park Programs
Free drop-in programming available to youth ages 6 and up at the following parks:
Quackenbush Park
1101 Forest Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303
July 6 - August 21
Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Steinmetz Park
2114 Lenox Rd, Schenectady, NY 12308
July 6 - August 21
Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Hillhurst Park
Campbell Ave, Schenectady 12306
July 6 - August 21
Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
ABOUT SPARC @ AWG.
SPARC @ AWG is a day camp for youth ages 6-14, located at the Adeline Wright Graham Clubhouse. SPARC offers an engaging day camp experience filled with sports, STEM activities, arts & crafts, swimming and more!
SPARC Weekly Program Fees
Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
$75 per week for one child
$60 per week for second child
$40 per week for each additional child
SPARC Early Care
Mon - Fri 8am - 9am
$35 per week per child
Please note that if you fail to submit required documents and/or pay in full for the weeks you reserve, the available spaces may fill and your child will not be able to attend.
2026 Schedule:
Week 1: June 29th - July 2nd (No program 7/3!)
Week 2: July 6th - July 10th
Week 3: July 13th - July 17th
Week 4: July 20th - July 24th
Week 5: July 27th - July 31st
Week 6: August 3rd - August 7th
Week 7: August 10th - August 14th
Week 8: August 17th - August 21st
Mark Your Calendar!
Parent Orientation:
Thursday June 25th at 6pm
104 Education Dr., Schenectady, NY 12303
What does my camper’s day look like at camp?
Each day at SPARC is enriched with structured activities around various program areas such as, STEAM, Fine Arts, Sports, Gardening, and Theatre.
What to bring daily?
Campers should wear socks and sneakers. Campers transition between being indoors and outdoors and should dress accordingly. Campers should have a backpack to hold all their personal belongings, including a water bottle, snacks (nut free please) and a change of clothes. We have cubbies in which their backpacks will be stored.
What not to bring:
NO weapons of any kind, cell phones, electronic devices, glass containers, personal items, valuables or large amounts of money.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady is not responsible for lost items.
