Days of Summer 2025 at the Salvation Army
July 5-August 15
Join us Wednesday, Friday and select Saturdays for fun activities that will challenge, inspire and keep your kids busy through the summer. From STEM to Art to Sports it’s all here.
Please read through the offerings and note that some activities require registration.
All activities are free of charge except for a small participant fee for Cooking on Saturday.
Some activities are geared towards preschool to grade 8 but all ages are welcome.
This is not a drop off program and general supervision is not provided.
Afternoon at the Movies
WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays 1:30AM-3:30PM
COST: Free
SIGN UP: No
Afternoon at the Movies is a fun and relaxing time for kids and families to enjoy family-friendly films on the big screen in a cozy, welcoming space. Bring your own snacks, settle in, and enjoy a laid-back afternoon of laughter, adventure, and connection.
Art Adventures
WHEN: Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30AM-12PM & 1-4PM | Select Saturdays from 1-5PM (see calendar)
COST: Free
SIGN UP: No
Art Adventures is a creative, drop-in, open studio space where children, youth, and families can explore various art mediums in a relaxed and supportive environment. It’s a place to express yourself, build community, and enjoy the process of making art together.
Lego Building Club
WHEN: Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30AM-12PM & 1-4PM | Saturdays 1-5PM.
COST: Free
SIGN UP: No
LEGO Building Club is a creative, hands-on program where kids and families can build, explore, and imagine together using LEGO bricks and fun challenges. It encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and joyful play in a relaxed and welcoming environment. join weekly for new challenges and vote on the last weeks builds!
Loft Library
WHEN: Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30AM-12PM & 1-4PM | Select Saturdays 1-5PM (see calendar)
COST: Free
SIGN UP: No
The Loft Library is a welcoming, family-friendly space designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and connection through books, hands-on learning, and community programs. Open to all ages, it offers resources, drop-ins, and special events that support literacy, exploration, and belonging.
Afternoon Storytime: Afternoon Story Time at the Loft Library is a cozy, interactive reading experience for children and their caregivers, featuring engaging books, songs, and simple activities. It’s a special time to spark imagination, nurture a love of reading, and build community through shared stories. 11:00 AM Wednesday’s and Friday’s.
Open Gym
WHEN: Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30AM-12PM & 1-4PM | Saturdays 1-5PM.
COST: Free
SIGN UP: No
Open Gym is a fun, active space where kids, youth, and families can enjoy free play and physical activity in a safe and welcoming environment. It’s a great opportunity to build friendships, stay active, and connect through movement and play. Basketball, badminton, floor hockey.
Family Movie Nights
WHEN: Saturdays | 7-9PM (July 5, 19, 26; August 2, 9)
COST: Free
SIGN UP: No
Join us for Family Movie Nights on the big screen! Enjoy a cozy evening indoors with a fun, family-friendly film in a relaxed setting. Snacks will be available for purchase, or feel free to bring your own treats. Check back regularly for updates on upcoming movie titles—you won’t want to miss what’s playing next!
July 5: A Minecraft Movie
July 19: TBD
July 26: TBD
August 2: TBD
August 9: TBD
Cooking Classes
WHEN: Saturdays from 1-4PM (July 5, 19, 26; August 2, 9)
COST: $10/participant
SIGN UP: Yes https://forms.office.com/r/zCgk8ZTRGL
Saturday Cooking Classes offer a hands-on culinary adventure exploring dishes from around the world—including Mexico, India, and China—where participants prepare and enjoy delicious meals together. Open to ages 7 and up (younger children welcome with a parent), classes require registration, cost $10, and are limited to 6 participants per session.
LEGO Robotics Mindstorms Workshops
WHEN: Saturdays | 1-4PM (July 5, 19, 26; August 2, 9)
COST: Free
SIGN UP: Yes https://forms.office.com/r/7412ccqU66
Join us for LEGO Robotics Mindstorms Workshops, where kids dive into the exciting world of coding, robotics, and hands-on engineering! Using LEGO Mindstorms kits, participants will take on fun challenges, program their own robots, and create imaginative builds that come to life. These interactive sessions are perfect for curious minds eager to learn new tech skills while having a blast. Parents are welcome to join in the experience and build alongside their kids, making it a great opportunity for family learning and teamwork. Workshops run on select Saturdays from 1:30–4:00 PM — come learn, build, and explore together!
Minecraft Basics
WHEN: Wednesdays &Fridays | 10:30AM-12PM; Select Saturdays 1-2:30PM (see calendar)
COST: Free
SIGN UP: Yes https://forms.office.com/r/CBpt0p7DU2
Jump into the world of Minecraft with our Beginners Minecraft Workshop — perfect for kids who are just getting started! Each session introduces basic gameplay skills through fun, hands-on help and creative building challenges. With a new challenge every class, participants will learn, explore, and build their confidence one block at a time. No experience needed — just a sense of adventure! This workshop is free of charge, and all equipment is provided. Workshops run on select Weekdays from 10:30-12 and Saturdays from 1:00-2:30 PM — come learn, and explore together! Salvation Army Building 1320 Gordon, Guelph Ontario. For more information email: rowena.ridder@salvationarmy.ca.
Minecraft Challenges (advanced)
WHEN: Wednesdays & Fridays | 1-3PM | Select Saturdays 1-2:30PM (see calendar)
COST: Free
SIGN UP: Yes https://forms.office.com/r/cSiszMUuzu
Level up your Minecraft skills in our Advanced Minecraft Challenge Program — designed for players age 8 and up who are ready for more! Each session features exciting new challenges, mini games, and creative competitions that put your building, strategy, and teamwork to the test. Compete for prizes, unlock new skills, and most of all — have a ton of fun with fellow Minecraft fans! Bring your creativity, your game face, and get ready for an awesome adventure each week.
This workshop is free of charge, and all equipment is provided. Workshops run on select Weekdays from 1-4PM and Saturdays from 3:00-5:00 PM — come learn, and explore together! Salvation Army Building 1320 Gordon, Guelph Ontario. For more information email: rowena.ridder@salvationarmy.ca