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Chico Vaughn Basketball Camp INC.
Chico Vaughn Basketball Summer Camp
June 22 – Aug. 7, 2026
These camps teach the fundamentals of basketball along with mentorship, building strong social skills and leading youth toward better opportunities.
Frederick Douglass Community Center, 1001 Indiana Ave.
- Session 1: June 22–26, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Session 2: July 13–17, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Session 3: Aug. 3–7, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Ages 10–17
Go Tyme Grynd LLC
Go Tyme Grynd Lil' Dogs Go
July 23–25, 2026
A fun, high-energy youth program building strength, confidence, and healthy habits. Led by Coach Poo, blending fitness, teamwork, mentorship, nutrition, and food education to keep youth active and empowered.
Jamie Farr Park, 2140 N. Summit St.
- Thursday, July 23, 1–3:30 p.m.
- Friday, July 24, 1–3:30 p.m.
- Saturday, July 25, 1–3:30 p.m.
Ages 6–17
Judan Judo of Ohio, Inc.
Youth Judo Sports Program
June 2, 2026 – May 29, 2027
A safe, structured environment where young people build real fitness and real-life skills, including respect, discipline, teamwork, leadership, and confidence, while learning to manage emotions and resolving conflicts appropriately.
American Academy of Martial Arts / Judan Judo of Ohio, 5020 Lewis Ave.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6–7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 10–11:30 a.m.
Ages 7–17; $20
Ladies of Academic and Athletic Excellence
Ladies of Academic & Athletic Excellence Summer Program
June 1–30, 2026
Professional Athletes Experience — a summer program supporting young women through athletic and academic excellence.
True Light, 2909 N. Detroit Ave.
- Two days per week, 16 hours each day (schedule TBD)
Ages 10–18
Pacesetter Soccer Club
Glass City TOPSoccer
June 14, 2026 – May 16, 2027
TOPSoccer is a free recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered only through local US Youth Soccer-affiliated soccer clubs.
Schneider Park, 2706 Schneider Road
- June 14, 28, 2–3 p.m.
- July 20–23, 2–3 p.m.
- Aug. 9–23, 2–3 p.m.
Ages 3 and up
REDEEMED BY FITNESS
Standing Tall
June 6 – Aug. 22, 2026
Youth program focused on physical fitness, teamwork, and social-emotional learning, helping participants build healthy habits, confidence, communication skills, and emotional awareness through engaging activities and mentorship.
1038 Laskey Road
- Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Ages 12–17; $25
TBS-Toledo African American Junior Bowlers Booster Co.
Toledo African American Junior Bowlers
May 27 – Sept. 3, 2026
Youth bowling program. Ages 2–15 bowl free; ages 16 and up can purchase a membership (4 people for $50 total).
Penney Jo's Eastern Lanes, 3511 Woodville Road, Northwood
- Wednesdays and/or Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.
Ages 2–15
Top Notch Sports Inc.
Summer Youth Co-Ed Basketball Camp
June 6 – Aug. 29, 2026
To promote exercise and offer health education to Toledo city kids in a safe and encouraging environment.
Rossford Rec Center, 400 Dixie Highway, Rossford
- Session 1: June 6, 13, 20, 27, Saturdays, 1–4 p.m.
- Session 2: July 4, 11, 18, 25, Saturdays, 1–4 p.m.
- Session 3: Aug. 1, 8, 15, 29, Saturdays, 1–4 p.m.
Ages 7–14; $60
YMCA of Greater Toledo
YMCA Swim Lessons and Teen Achievers Program
June 1 – July 31, 2026
The Y believes that everyone should have the chance to learn how to stay safe around the water. Swim lessons are open to preschool age through teens living in the City of Toledo.
West Toledo YMCA, 2110 Tremainsville Road
- Sessions offered at varying times and days. Stop in for more information.
Ages 3–18
YWCA Northwest Ohio
Teen Outreach Program
July 6 – Dec. 4, 2026
Free summer program featuring fun, games, clubs, sports, service learning, and more. TOP promotes healthy behaviors, builds life skills, and creates a sense of purpose.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Bowsher, Wait, Scott and surrounding schools
- Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Woodward, Rogers, Start and surrounding schools
Grades 8–12
TARTA
Youth Summer Blast Pass
May 25 to Aug. 31, 2026
The Youth Summer Blast Pass (YSBP) is intended to help youth gain independence and learn to travel throughout their city.
Ages 6-19
Get Your PassARTS & PERFORMANCE
Amaysing Kids
aMAYSing Kid Broadcasting and Integrated Media Program
July 6–16, 2026
Be creative while learning podcasting and video production.
City of Toledo Parks and Youth Services, 2201 Ottawa Dr.
- Session 1: July 6–9, Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Session 2: July 13–16, Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Ages 7–15
Arts Commission of Greater Toledo, Inc.
Young Artists at Work (YAAW)
June 22 – Aug. 1, 2026
Youth employment program in the arts for Toledo teens.
University of Toledo Center for Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place
- Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Ages 14–18
My5tery Music LLC
Summer Sizzler™ 2026
July 6 – Aug. 14, 2026
The Summer Sizzler™ is a culmination of My5tery Music's 5 Musical My5teries™ rolled up into weeks of performing arts camps implementing discipline and structure that spawn teamwork!
St. Martin De Porres, 1119 W. Bancroft St.
- Camp 1: July 6–10 | Jr. Drumline, ages 7–9, Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Camp 1: July 6–10 | Vocal Performance Training, ages 8–18, Monday–Friday, 3–6 p.m.
- Camp 2: July 13–17 | Intermediate Drumline, ages 10–12, Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Camp 2: July 13–17 | Advanced Drumline, ages 13–18, Monday–Friday, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
- Camp 3: July 13–17 | Intermediate Step Team, ages 10–12, Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Camp 3: July 13–17 | Advanced Step Team, ages 13–18, Monday–Friday, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
- Camp 4: July 20–24 | Marching Band Leadership Camp, Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Camp 4: July 20–24 | Leadership Lab, Monday–Friday, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
- Camp 5: July 27–31 | Full Marching Band Camp, ages 12–18, Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
- Camp 6: Aug. 3–7 | Full Marching Band Camp, Monday–Friday, 2:30–6:30 p.m.
Ages 7–18; $50
NAMI Greater Toledo
Creative Teens: Cultural Arts & Wellness Series
June 25 – Aug. 20, 2026
Creative arts-based workshops helping teens explore identity, emotions, and coping through writing, music, and visual art. Builds confidence, connection, and mental wellness in a safe, supportive environment.
- Thursday, June 25, 6–7:30 p.m., Toledo Lucas County Public Library – Main Branch, 325 N. Michigan Ave.
- Thursday, July 23, 6–7:30 p.m., Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd.
- Thursday, Aug. 20, 6–7:30 p.m., Toledo Lucas County Public Library – Main Branch, 325 N. Michigan Ave.
Ages 13–18
Spin & Splat
Creative Connections
June 16 – Aug. 19, 2026
A hands-on creative program helping youth build confidence, emotional awareness, and peer connections through guided art, movement, and group projects. In a safe space, participants explore emotions, develop coping skills, and connect.
Spin & Splat, 2785 W. Central Ave.
- June 16, July 28, Aug. 18, Tuesdays, 5:15–6:45 p.m.
- June 17, July 15, Aug. 19, Wednesdays, 5–7 p.m.
Ages 6–17
Connecting Kids to Meals
Free Hot Lunch for Kids
Connecting Kids to Meals serves meals at no cost to kids ages 18 and under throughout the community. Kids must eat meals at the location where they are served. Meals are first-come, first-served. Please join us at one of our locations and enjoy a hot meal!
Summer Meal ProgramACADEMIC & LIFE SKILLS
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio
Empowering Future Leaders Summer Program
June 8 – July 23, 2026
A summer program that builds leadership, life skills, and career readiness through mentoring, hands-on learning, and real-world exposure.
Wayman D. Palmer YMCA, 200 E. Bancroft St.
- Monday–Thursday, 1–5 p.m.
Ages 8–17
Daina Willoughby
360 Memories In Motion
June 9 – Aug. 11, 2026
A summer program built around hands-on heat creations and entrepreneurship. Participants will heat press shirts and fans, 3D print and shape their own product ideas, and learn the fundamentals of starting a business.
- 1st and 2nd Tuesdays of June, July, August, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Mott Library, 1010 Dorr St.
- 3rd and 4th Tuesdays of June, July, August, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Birmingham Library, 203 Paine Ave.
- 5th Tuesday (when applicable), 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Mott Library, 1010 Dorr St.
Ages 10–17
EmpowerHer Legacy, Inc.
Confidence and Coils
June 8–11, 2026
A four-day experience that empowers young girls to embrace their natural hair and build self-confidence through workshops, affirmations, hair care techniques, and self-care planning.
Wayman Palmer YMCA, 200 E. Bancroft St.
- Monday, June 8, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 9, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 10, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
- Thursday, June 11, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Ages 11–17
Junction Coalition
JOY Summer Camp
June 8 – Aug. 6, 2026
Transforming kids' trauma into sovereignty through faith, education, sports, summer activities, and radical accountability to build a powerful community.
Multiple locations — visit ToledoPAL.org for details.
- Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Ages 5–18
Leadership Toledo
Youth Leadership Toledo
July 31, 2026 – April 30, 2027
A yearlong leadership development program giving Toledo high schoolers real-world exposure to civic, business, and community issues.
Various locations, Toledo
- Friday, July 31, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Thursday, Aug. 27, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Sept. 27–28, overnight (Sunday late morning through Monday afternoon)
- Thursday, Oct. 15, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Nov. 11, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Dec. 1, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Jan. 20, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 11, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Thursday, March 18, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 20, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Ages 15–16; $100
The Trunk
Diamonds in the Rough
July 11 – Aug. 8, 2026
Hands-on workshop series designed to take young entrepreneurs from concept to market. Participants will master the "business of the hustle," focusing on safety, financial literacy, and compliance, culminating in a live public vending event.
The Trunk, 3353 Franklin Ave. (behind Joe E. Brown Park)
- Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Saturday, July 25, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 1, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 8, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. (community pop-up vending event)
Ages 12–18
Urban Wholistics
Urban Wholistics Farm to Market
June 10 – July 31, 2026
Urban farming program offering outdoor and classroom learning on food security and healthy food habits. Youth gain skills in gardening, cooking, nutrition, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Meals and take-home kits included.
Urban Wholistics Farm and Farm House / Tatum Park, 1209 City Park Ave.
- Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Ages 8–19