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Holiday Break Programming

When school’s out for holiday breaks, the fun continues at Commonpoint!

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When school’s out for holiday breaks, the fun continues at Commonpoint! Commonpoint has amazing full-day childcare programs during school holidays – join us for trips and programs at our Sam Field Center in Little Neck and Central Queens in Forest Hills!

Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year! Here are our anticipated youth holiday program dates:

Anticipated Youth Holiday Program Dates (2025–2026)

DateDayOccasion
October 13MondayIndigenous Peoples’ Day – Schools Closed
October 20MondayDiwali – Schools Closed
November 4TuesdayElection Day – Students Do Not Attend
November 11TuesdayVeterans Day – Schools Closed
December 26FridayWinter Recess – Schools Closed
December 29MondayWinter Recess – Schools Closed
December 30TuesdayWinter Recess – Schools Closed
December 31WednesdayEarly Closure – New Year’s Eve – Early closer @ 4pm 
February 16–20Mon–FriMidwinter Recess – Schools Closed
March 20FridayEid al-Fitr – Schools Closed
April 6MondaySpring Recess – Schools Closed
April 7TuesdaySpring Recess – Schools Closed
April 10FridaySpring Recess – Schools Closed
May 27TuesdayEid al-Adha – Schools Closed
June 4ThursdayChancellor’s Conference Day – No School
June 5FridayClerical Day – School Closed 
June 19ThursdayJuneteenth – Schools Closed

October Programs:

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Youth Holiday Program at Sam Field

Commonpoint has amazing full-day childcare programs during school holidays – join us for trips and programs at our Sam Field Center in Little Neck!

Cost is $80 for in house days and $100 for trip days. All students must have a packed NUT-FREE lunch with them as lunch is not provided. Snacks will be provided.

All days are 8am-6pm

  • October 13th – In-House Day at Sam Field
  •  October 20th – Trip to Laserbounce Long Island (Bus departs at 9:00 AM)

Click here to register.

For more information, contact ddigiacomo@commonpoint.org or call 718-225-6750 ext. 296.

A child waving and smiling in a bumper car, enjoying a holiday break with another person driving. The vibrant, brightly lit background filled with colorful lights adds to the festive atmosphere.

Youth Holiday Program at Central Queens

Commonpoint has amazing full-day childcare programs during school holidays – join us for trips and programs at Central Queens!
All days are 8am-6pm.

Monday, October 13th, 2025- In- House (No Trip)
Monday, October 20th, 2025- Trip to Laser Bounce 

Cost is $80 for in house days and $100 for trip days. All students must have a packed NUT-FREE lunch with them as lunch is not provided. Snacks will be provided.

Click here to register. For more information, contact yhp@commonpoint.org or call 718-268-5011 ext. 203.

Two boys in basketball uniforms stand on a gym court during their holiday break, each holding a basketball, with a hoop in the background.

Youth Basketball Fall Special Events at Central Queens

Monday, October 13 – 3v3 Tournament
2:00-5:00pm, $25 per player

Players will be split into two age groups: 9-11 year olds and 12-15 year olds, and will participate in a double-elimination tournament. Teams will consist of 3 to 4 players; you can either bring your own team or be placed on a team upon arrival.
Click here to register.

Tuesday, November 11 – Intensive Skills Clinics
2:00-4:00pm, $40 per player

Friday, November 28 – 3v3 Turkey Tourney
2:00-5:00pm, $25 per player

Register

For more information, please contact hfdesk@commonpoint.org or 718-268-5011 ext. 500.

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Ball Til You Fall Basketball Clinic at Sam Field

Calling all young hoopers! Join us on Monday, October 13 for a high-energy Youth Basketball Clinic designed to sharpen your skills, build confidence and have fun!

Age Groups:

10:00am-11:15am – Boys & Girls ages 5-9
11:30am-12:45pm – Boys & Girls ages 10-13

What to Expect:

  • Skill-building drills
  • Fun competitions
  • Coaching from experienced instructors
  • Great atmosphere for all skill levels!

Registration is $15 per player and space is limited to 20 players per age group – click here to register.

For more information, please contact bstein@commonpoint.org or call 718-225-6750 ext. 229.

Register

For more information, please contact hfdesk@commonpoint.org or 718-268-5011 ext. 500.

Frequently Offered:

Clinics may include basketball, volleyball, dance, and tennis.
For more information, email hfdesk@commonpoint.org (Central Queens) or bstein@commonpoint.org (Sam Field).

Brush up on your tennis skills while playing other fun sports including soccer, pickleball, and flag football.

9:00am – 3:00pm
Commonpoint Tennis and Athletic Center
Ages 6-12

Please bring your own nut-free lunch and wear sneakers daily. Players encouraged to bring their own water and snacks. Tennis racquets can be provided if you don’t own one. Space is limited and registration is required.

For more information, contact tennis@commonpoint.org or call 718-269-7262

This consecutive program offers 60 minutes of swimming instruction with personal attention by experienced certified teachers. Brush up on foundational swimming skills or participate in our swim clinic designed for more advanced swimmers.

Choose from beginner (ages 4-12), intermediate (ages 5-12), or advanced freestyle/backstroke clinic (ages 7-12).


For more information, email dakerley@commonpoint.org.