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Member: Youth Center Inc

The Youth Center, Inc. is celebrating over thirty years of providing critical services for the youth and their families in Adams, Cheshire and Savoy. We have grown from a small group of parents that hosted monthly activities to a full-fledged drop-in center, offering tutoring, recreational activities, computer lab, arts & science programs and more. A board of directors oversees the direction and programming of Youth Center, Inc. A full-time Executive Director coordinates programs, recruits volunteers, assists with fundraising, and conducts community relations. Part-time staff and volunteers supervise the drop-in center, summer camp, and outreach programming to the schools and communities The Youth Center, Inc. has a fully equipped computer lab, game room and lounge which has pool, air hockey and ping pong tables, darts, video and board games and television for those who “drop in” after school. We offer our members and the community exciting hands on approach to experimentation and learning through instruction in computer technology and web design, classes in babysitting, karate, arts and crafts, financial literacy, math and science. Weekly our staff do outreach to the schools in Adams and Cheshire offering activities in science, arts and crafts, drama and a variety of other age appropriate activities designed to help with each child’s healthy development. For more information please call us, we are happy to talk to you about all of the things we do for the communtiy.

Programs Offered:

Afterschool Outreach
Description: Youth Center, Inc offers after school programming at the Adams and Cheshire Elementary School and Adams Memorial Middle School. Working with teachers, program staff ties activities into the classroom curriculum. Students in the outreach program benefit from homework assistance, arts & crafts, recreational activities, visual and performing arts, science exploration, and more! Please see our monthly newsletter distributed through the schools for specific schedules. Or go to www.youthcenterinc.org and click on calendar.
Age Group: K-8th grade
When: School-year
Contact: Jessica Lincourt - (413)743-3550
Drop- In Program
Description: The Drop-In Program is the foundation of Youth Center, Inc. The Drop-In Program provides a safe environment where youth can build developmental assets such as positive adult role models, peaceful conflict resolution, sense of purpose, values, commitment to learning, civic engagement and social skills. The general purpose of the Drop-In Program is a place where youth can acquire the attitudes, competencies, values, and social capital that will help carry them forward to successful adulthood. Youth Center, Inc. believes that it is important for youth to feel like they are being noticed and cared about. For some of the youth that come to the Drop-In Program we are the "home" that the bus drops them off at. And they will tell you "I call the YC my home".
Age Group: Grades 4 and up
When: Year- round
Contact: Carrie Crews - (413) 743-3550
Classes and Special Events
Description: Youth Center, Inc. offers ongoing and one-time classes, such as Karate, computers and Red Cross Babysitting course. We collaborate with organizations such as the 21st Century Program and Big Brothers Big Sisters to offer weekly activities. Classes and Activities are held at the Youth Center and at outreach sites, generally take place during after-school hours (3-8pm) and are intended for school-aged youth. On the weekend classes such as Karate and Babysitting meet in the downstairs hall at the Youth Center. Our special events such as our Make-it Take-it fair, Hawaiian Luau and Campfire night are excellent family activities that are well-attended by the community.
Age Group: all
When: year-round
Contact: Liz Baker - (413) 743-3550
Field Trips
Description: Taking a trip with the Youth Center, Inc. is a blast! We offer trips in the summer or during the school-year, mainly during school vacation weeks. We strive to offer the community reduced or free trips to places such as Bosquet, Windsor Lake, Adams Farm, Six Flags, and our larger trips to the Bronx Zoo and Mystic Aquarium. Target Population- youth, families, adults, community groups. Please call for more information and keep an eye in our newsletter for upcoming trips!
Age Group: All
When: Year-round
Contact: Liz Baker - (413)743-3550
Volunteer
Description: Do you want to give time to a good cause? Become a Youth Center, Inc. Volunteer! The Youth Center is looking for dedicated individuals who would like to further the Youth Center’s mission of: a non-profit corporation focused on serving the children and families of Adams, Cheshire and Savoy. Our Mission is to provide community-based educational, recreational and social activities in a safe, supportive environment. Areas Needed: -Youth Center Committee, Such as the Program, Finance, Fundraiser, Building, and Nominating Committee. Committees meet once per month and participate in their special activities and programs. -Board of Directors The Board meets once per month and does the best work possible in pursuit of the Youth Center goals. A Board member believes in the purpose and mission of the Youth Center and actively promotes the center out in the community. Other duties include holding office, Chairing a committee or Financial contribution. -Classes Persons needed to teach a class or a series of classes on a topic of their interest. Past volunteers taught: Web Design/Basic Computer skills, Creative Writing Course, Self Defense, Cooking, Water Colors and Sporting activities. For more information or volunteer application contact Liz Baker, Executive Director at 743-3550 or at youth.center@verizon.net
Age Group: 18+
When: Year-round
Contact: Liz Baker - (413)743-3550
Homework Help
Description: Looking for assistance with homework? The staff at the Youth Center is here to help you! Many of our members who attend the Drop-In Program get help with their schoolwork or project, or you can set an appointment to meet with one of the staff.
Age Group: All
When: School-year
Contact: Liz Baker - (413) 743-3550
Youth Center Inc - Member Details:
Address:
PO Box 461
20 East Street
Adams, MA 01220
Contact: Liz Baker
Phone: (413) 743-3550
Fax: (413) 743-9550
Website: http://youthcenterinc.org
Mission Statement:
The Youth Center, Inc. is a non-profit corporation focused on serving the children and families of Adams, Cheshire and Savoy. Our Mission is to provide community-based educational, recreational and social activities in a safe, supportive environment.
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