Summer Opportunities

You can view and download each flier by clicking on the title of that flier. To request a translation of any flier, email: welcome@attleboroschools.com

The 2024 Summer Opportunities page is updated on a regular basis. Continue to check back for new opportunities throughout the summer including:

1. Community Events for All Ages
2. Ongoing camps, clinics, and other opportunities for students
3. Resources and Supports (free meals, summer-EBT, etc)

Community Events for All Ages

Backpack Drive

Attleboro Family Resource Center

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Visit the Attleboro Family Resource Center for a back pack drive on August 17, 2024 at 11AM. To register, email: gmaina@oldcolonyymca.org OR swilliams@oldcolonyymca.org

Roaring for Rare:

Community Event at Capron Park Zoo

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Community Event at Capron Park Zoo

Click the link above to view the full flier.

Rare New England and Capron Park Zoo are hosting a community event including music, a scavenger hunt, face painting, food trucks and more! Families are welcome to explore the zoo after the event.

Sunday, August 4th (Rain Date: August 25th)
11:00am - 2:00pm

If you are interested in volunteering for the event, email info@rarenewengland.org.

Picnic in the Park

Food Truck Festival

Food Truck Festival

Attleboro Parks and Forestry Department presents Picnic in the Park from 4:30pm - 8:00pm on Sunday June, 23rd, July 21st, and August 18th. Visit Capron Park for food trucks and live music.

For more information, visit https://www.foodtrucksin.com/food-truck-events.

City of Attleboro July 4th Celebration

Laser Light Show

The City of Attleboro is hosting a July 4th Celebration at the Attleboro High School Field on Saturday, July 6th. The gates will open at 7:00pm with the Laser Light Show starting at 9:00pm.

Camps, Clinics, and Other Opportunities for Students

Attleboro Summer Basketball League

Grade 3-9

Summer Basketball League

Attleboro Summer Basketball League for grades 3 through 9 on Mondays and Wednesdays starting July 8th. There is a $30 uniform fee.

Scan the QR code on the flier or email attleborosbl@gmail.com to register.

Blue Pride Future Bombardiers: Youth Football Clinic

Grades 5-8

Youth Football Clinic

Join Varsity Head Coach Jim Winters, AHS coaching staff, and Varsity athletes for a four-day clinic at Attleboro High School. The clinic is open to prospective youth football players entering grades 5th-8th. Coaches will focus on football fundamentals, technique, and improving overall player skill development.

Scan the QR Code on the flier to register.

Monday, July 22 - Thursday, July 25
6:00pm-8:00pm
Cost: $50

For more information, visit www.attleborohsfootball.com

2024 Summer Science Academy

Bridgewater State University

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The Summer Science Academy offers one-week science sessions for students entering grades 7- 9 or 10-12 in the fall of 2024. For additional information including discounts and scholarships, please visit: https://www.bridgew.edu/center/case/science-academy

Camp Invention

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Discover fun adventures in a typical day at the all-new 2024 Program! Secure your spot today at invent.org/camp or call 800-968-4332. Question can be directed to: kscott@attleboroschools.com

Theater Camp (ages 5-12)

Studio Playground

Theater Camp Flyer

Studio Playground is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering community and individual growth for children in Northern Rhode Island. Their programs explore the benefits of laughter through movement and improvisation.

Studio Playground is offering a summer camp for ages 5-12 at Lincoln Woods State Park August 12-16 and 19-23. Learn more at studioplayground.org.

Attleboro Recreation Department

2024 Summer Brochure

2024 summer rec brochure

Look inside for: Swimming Pool Dates & Rates, Swim Lessons, Tennis Lessons; Archery, Arts & Crafts, Football Camp, Basketball Camp, Baseball Camp, Free Round of Golf, Free Golf Lessons and more.

Camp Finberg 2024

Attleboro Norton YMCA

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Available to students ages 3-15, Camp Finberg runs from June 3-August 3, 2024. Flexible registration of 2,3, or 5 days/week. View the flier for full details and register at: attleboroymca.org/camp

Attleboro Public Library

Summer 2024

Community-Wide Summer Reading Kick Off

Summer Reading Kick Off

Enjoy this fun, free event on the afternoon of the last day of school!

Friday, June 14th from 1:30pm to 3:00pm at the Balfour Riverwalk Park

Summer Reading Events

(ages 3 years to 4th grade)

Summer Reading Events

Attleboro Public Library will be hosting summer reading events throughout June, July, and August. View the flier for more details.

Early Literacy Calendar

June 2024

June Early Literacy Calendar

Fun daily activities to build pre-reading skills with your little one!

STEAM Calendar and Take-Home Activities

STEAM Calendar June 2024:
View the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) calendar for daily activities for June 2024.

Take Home Kits:
View the flier for fun activities you can do at home! Register for STEAM Take Home Kits on the Monday of the week that is listed on the flier by emailing attleborokids@sailsinc.org.
View the Full Flier Here

Attleboro Family Resource Center

Summer Programs

Resume Writing Workshop

June Resume Workshop

Join the Family Resource Center for a resume writing workshop to create a resume and cover letter, get interviewing tips, and practice mock interviews.

June 6, 5:00pm to 7:00pm
June 18, 10:00am to 12:00pm

Summer Block Party

Summer Block Party

Kick off the summer break at the Attleboro FRC for their Summer Block Party on Saturday, June 15 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. There will be music, games, crafts, food, and fun prizes.

The rain date will be June 22, if needed.

Children's Play Group

(ages 0-5)

Play Group Flyer

The Attleboro FRC is offering a Children's Play Group every Monday. Email swilliams@oldcolonyymca.org to register and enjoy the free play space, sensory activities, arts and crafts, and more!

Every Monday - 10:00am to 12:00pm

FRC Coffee Time

Coffee Time Flyer

Join the Family Resource Center for a coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and conversations.

Every Friday - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Tween Tuesday

(ages 9-12)

Tween Tuesday Flyer

Join the Attleboro FRC for Tween Tuesday. Email swilliams@oldcolonyymca.org to register. There will be games, music, arts and crafts, movies, and snacks. This is a great opportunity to make friends!

Every Tuesday - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Future Forward for Teens

(ages 13-18)

Tween Tuesday Flyer

Future Forward is a group for teens to learn life skills as they step into adulthood. Topics include:

  • Home, money, and food management

  • Personal care and Health

  • Social skills and safety

  • Education and job seeking skills

  • Housing, transportation, and community resources

  • Understanding the law

  • Recreation

Email swilliams@oldcolonyymca.org to register. Dates will be posted in the FRC Monthly Calendar.

Monday, June 3 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Thursday, June 20 - 11:00am to 1:00pm

Resources and Supports

Kids Summer Cafe

2024 kids summer cafe

Monday-Friday
June 24-August 16, 2024

Visit any location to receive a free meal for all kids and teens! No registration required.

Briggs Playground - 12PM-1PM
35 Parker Street, Attleboro

Capron Park - 12Pm-1PM
233 County Street, Attleboro

Lee's Pond - 12:15PM-12:45PM
60 Gardner Ave, South Attleboro

Norton Glen Playground - 11:30AM-12:30PM
1 Norton Glen Rd, Norton

To find additional locations and to learn more visit: projectbread.org/summereats

Tax Information

For Parents of Children of All Ages

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IRS Tax Information English

Parents of children of all ages have special tax situations and benefits.

Review tax information for parents and get general information about tax credits, such as Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) at the website: irs.gov/parents.

Free tax preparation is available at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) site near vou. More information can be found at irs.gov/vita.

Summer EBT (S-EBT)

Summer EBT is a federal food benefit ensuring that low-income families with school-aged children have access to nutritious food when schools are closed for summer break.

For more information on S-EBT, visit: https://www.attleboroschools.com/o/apswc/article/1649997

Massachusetts Summer EBT Program from Mass.gov: https://tinyurl.com/summerpebt