Grades 1 – 8
At Camp Shalom, we warmly nurture the qualities that create lasting friendships: kindness, empathy, bravery, trust, and communication. Winter Camp Shalom is packed with adventures, including exciting field trips to the IMAX Theatre and Newport Aquarium. Every day brings something new, including cooking projects, arts and crafts, STEM explorations, and fun indoor sports.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Holman at jholman@jfgd.net or 937-401-1550.
SCHEDULE
Monday, December 22
Chanukah Heroes
Join us for a festive day filled with sports, creative crafts, dreidel games, and the delicious tradition of cooking (and tasting!) latkes.
Tuesday, December 23
Newport Aquarium Field Trip
Your camper will dive into an underwater world, meet thousands of amazing aquatic animals, and get hands-on as they touch stingrays, sharks, crabs, and more.
Wednesday, December 24
Arctic Adventures
Campers will dive into a frosty day of fun—making their own ice cream in a bag, competing in exciting “icy” sports, and creating frozen-themed crafts.
Thursday, December 25
Closed
Friday, December 26
Pajama Jam under the Stars
Wear your favorite PJs and get ready for a cosmic adventure! Special Guest – Boonshoft Traveling Planetarium.
Monday, December 29
Mad Science Day
Awaken your inner mad scientist with a day full of hands-on experiments and wacky STEM-inspired games.
Tuesday, December 30
USAF Museum and IMAX Theatre Field Trip
Campers will enjoy a thrilling IMAX screening followed by exciting team scavenger hunts throughout the museum.
Wednesday, December 31
Shine Bright Party
Close out 2025 by showing off your brightest, truest self! Come dressed in your most colorful clothes and let your wacky side shine with crazy hair.
Thursday, January 1
Closed
Friday, January 2
Mitzvah Marathon
New year, new adventures! Campers will celebrate with laughter, games, and meaningful acts of kindness that spark a year full of good vibes.
