mayor's youth zone newsletter february 2013
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February Resources and Opportunities In This Issue Youth Spotlight
Award BYF Summer
Jobs Summer Job
Tips
Black HistoryMonth Featured
Programs Jobs &
Volunteering Tutoring
Programs Apply Now Health &
Sports For Girls Only Family Fun Early
Childhood College
Planning Youth Workers
Upcoming Events View All Events onCity Calendar Hatha Yoga Class Tues, Feb 56:30-7:30pmBPL Fields Corner
YOUTH SPOTLIGHT AWARD WINNER:JAYLIN GREEN Jaylin Green is a senior atCity Roots Alternative HighSchool at West RoxburyAcademy, who’s personalstruggles fueled him to makea change in his community.
Jaylin has held the position of Peer Educator with the StartStrong Program through theBoston Public HealthCommission, which aims toprevent teen dating violenceand promote healthyrelationships, since theprogram began in 2008. Since then, Jaylin has been
working hard to engage his peers in conversationsabout healthy relationships, and for a senior in highschool, that takes a lot of courage. He manages toconnect with any age group, even the overly energetic12 year old. Jaylin’s outreach has not stopped there,however. He has realized that as issues of the worldand times change, so do the approaches taken toconnect with youth.
With his innovative ideas, Jaylin has taken on anadditional role as the program's "Event Guru" and
created a Fashion Show to further raise awareness onteen dating violence for an even wider audience.Jaylin's devotion to Start Strong can also be seenthrough the help he has given to the program's newcampaign, "Engaging Men and Boys," as he hasfacilitated focus groups and aided in marketing effortsaimed at helping young men understand theintersection between gender and teen dating violence.
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Branch Creative Drama @the Library Fri, Feb 153:30-4:30pm
BPL Brighton Branch Teen Manga/AnimeClub Thurs, Feb 212-4pmBPL Hyde ParkBranch Wii Gaming Fri, Feb 22
3:30-4:45pmBPL LowerMills Branch At the Movies theBeatles Wed, Feb 273-5pmBPL WestEnd Branch Teen Room Games:Board GameThursdays Thurs, Feb 282-5:30pmBPL Central Branch
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The phrase about the “butterfly effect” – a once smallbutterfly making a huge difference, although cliché,applies very much to Jaylin. Now, his actions will benoticed by more than those who have had their livespositively affected by Jaylin.
Congratulations to Jaylin Green on winning the Mayor’s
Youth Council’s Youth Spotlight Award for Leadership!
Written by Ben Haideri, Mayor’s Y outh Council
Roslindale Representative
BYF HOPELINE SUMMER 2013 JOBAPPLICATIONS Don't forget to apply to theHOPELINE to be consideredfor employment with theBoston Youth Fund for thesummer of 2013!
All applicants must be fulltime residents of Boston andbe between the ages of 15 and 17 years old. You mustturn 15 on or before Jul 7, 2013 and cannot turn 18 onor before Aug 16, 2013. Register online 24 hours a day
from Feb 1 at 10am until Mar 3 at 11:59pm or call617-635-HOPE (4673) on Feb 19, 20 & 21 from 10am-2pm.
Applying with the HOPELINE does NOT guarantee asummer job. Please call the Boston Youth Fund withany questions, 617-635-4202. Also, see a list of sitesthat offered HOPELINE jobs lastsummer. www.bostonyouthfund.org
SUMMER JOB TIPS Important Summer Job Tipsfor Boston Teens:
Start planning now! If eligible, apply for the BYF HOPELINE open
NOW, even if you are unsure about having asummer job. Save your tracking number in your
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summer job,summer program,and campregistration, allbeginning now!Boston Youth Zone Stay updated onFebruary breakactivities for allages!Boston Centers forYouth & Families Learn about eventstranslated intomultiple languages!Mayor's Office of New Bostonians
Twitter Stay updated on summer
job applications andapply directly toworksites!@BostonYouthFund Find out abouttutoring programs,scholarshipdeadlines, freethings to do, andmore!
@BostonYouthZone Follow the new CityHall to Go as itmakes its wayaround Boston!@CityHallToGo
cell phone or write it down. Increase yourchances of getting a job by applying directly tosites. The website has a list of Summer WorkSites who have secondary applications thatrequire your BYF tracking number.www.bostonyouthfund.org
If eligible, apply for ABCD SummerWorks open
NOW. Supply all required financial inforequested. www.summerworks.net
If you attend a BPS High School, connect withyour Private Industry Council (PIC) CareerSpecialist who can help you with your resume, job interview skills and job search.www.BostonPIC.org
Start networking and let people know you arelooking for a job. Talk to past programs andemployers to see if they are hiring. Check out
opportunities like taking a Red Cross Life SavingCourse. Update or create a Resume to be able toshare with potential leads. See “Teen ResumeGuide”
If you are not old enough to work yet or arelooking for other opportunities, considervolunteering, applying for summer programs, orcourses that may even have scholarshipopportunities. Find programs atwww.bostonnavigator.org or soon in BPS’sSummer Stuff publications. Call the Mayor’s
Youthline for resources: 617-635-KIDS. Sign up for the Boston Youth Fund Facebook
page to get updates on opportunities all monthlong. www.facebook.com/mayorsyouthboston
For more tips and links to the above resources checkout “Job Tips for Boston Teens.”
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH Black History Month at the BPL: Celebrate Black History Month at theBPL with events ranging from film showings to African mask making.Also, be sure to check out the annual “Black is…” booklist. For a full list
of events visit www.bpl.org.
Central Library Film Series: The Central Library will host a trio of Mondayevening films celebrating African American Actors with screenings of To Wong Fu,The Preacher’s Wife, and Hotel Rwanda. The films are shown at in Rabb LectureHall on Feb 4, 11, and 25 at 6pm. www.bpl.org
Dudley Branch Film Series: The Dudley Branch of the BPL will host aWednesday afternoon film series this month. All films relate to the theme “at thecrossroads of freedom and equality” and will be shown at 3pm on Feb 6, 13, 20,and 27. 65 Warren St., Roxbury. www.bpl.org
Black Heritage Trail: The Black Heritage Trail is a walking tour that explores thehistory of Boston's 19th century African American community. During the winterseason, you can participate in the online tour! www.afroammuseum.org/trail.htm
Museum of African American History: Explore the history of African Americansfrom colonial times through now. This month will feature a number of concertsand exhibitions. Admission: $5. www.afroammuseum.org
African-American Patriots Tour: The Freedom Trail Foundation has a tour thattakes visitors to historic events of the American Revolution. Explore thecontributions of African Americans, and hear the tales and poetry of 18th centuryBoston’s African American writers. Tickets: $7-$13. Fri-Sun during Feb, 12:45pm.www.thefreedomtrail.org
BlackHistory.com: This site is the largest online encyclopedia and socialnetworking site dedicated to black history and culture. Users can browse througha collection of African American profiles and interact with thousands of peoplecontributing to African American history today. www.blackhistory.com
FEATURED PROGRAMS Boston R.O.C.K. It!!! Launch into Summer: Learn about youth
opportunities for summer 2013! R.O.C.K. IT!!! is a fun event with special guests,youth performances, and resources to help young people prepare for the summer!All Boston residents welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by anadult. Feb 20, 11am-1pm. Emmanuel College, 400 The Fenway. 617-635-4920,www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf
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Check Out What Boston Centers for Youth & Families Has to Offer During
February Break!: Participate in one of the many programs and activities offeredby BCYF during February School Vacation. Play sports, go on field trips and more!Check their website soon to see what your community centers are offering orcheck out the 2012-13 Program Guide. www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf
Winter Vacation Exploration Week: K.E.W is hosting a week-long, jammed-
packed program through Feb Break for youth ages 6-12. Kroc Center inDorchester. Marisol, [email protected], 617-318-6965
February Vacation Teen Scene: The Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester ishosting a series of FREE events for teens over break! Come enjoy movies, fields’ trips, torments and more! Events run from Feb 19 - Feb22! www.bgcdorchester.org
Feb Vacation Fun @ the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester: The Boys andGirls Club of Dorchester is offering cooking, swimming, music, art, and much
more 8:30am-5pm, Feb 19-22. $20 registration ASAP [email protected], 617-288-7120
Boston ParkSCIENCE Children Festival: The Boston ParkSCIENCE ChildrenFestival will provide children with indoor and outdoor science-related activities.Franklin Park Golf Course Clubhouse, Feb, 20, 10am-12pmwww.cityofboston.gov/parks
Winter Photography Workshops: The Pics in the Parks free winter photographysessions will take place Sundays in Feb, 11am-12pm. Open to all ages and skilllevels. Participants will learn techniques for taking impressive photographs of
Boston’s scenic parks as well as be given a theme to focus on each Sunday.www.cityofboston.gov/parks The sessions will be held in various Boston parks with the following dates andlocations:
Feb 3 Lagoon Bridge, Boston Public Garden Feb 10 Christopher Columbus Statue, Christopher Columbus Park, North End Feb 17, Jamaica Pond Boathouse, Jamaica Plain Feb 24, Kelleher Rose Garden, Back Bay Fens
Youth Leadership Program Information Session: Hyde Square Task Force isholding an information session for current 8th graders interested in learning abouttheir Youth Community Development programs. As a youth leader you’ll becomecommunity educators, identify problems in your community and create solutions,and prepare for college. Feb 20, 3pm. HSTF Youth Community DevelopmentCenter. 617-522-8303 x353, www.hydesquare.org
Audition for True Colors: Youth ages 14-22 who identify as gay, lesbian,bisexual, transgender, questioning, or straight allies are invited to audition forTrue Colors: Our Youth Theater. Students will be paid for participating! Feb 12,
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6pm. 617-661-1600, [email protected]
Boston City Lights: Receive FREE performing arts training and a performanceopportunity for children in the Greater Boston Area. Several styles of dance, vocal,and acting are taught. 617-695-2856, http://bostoncitylights.wordpress.com/
Urbano Project: Apply now to get paid for your art! Urbano Project empowers
urban teens and professional artists to create social change through participatoryworks of contemporary art and performance. www.urbanoproject.org
Boston Architectural College Summer Academy Open House: BAC will holdtheir Winter Pre-College Open House for their Summer Academy. Learn aboutscholarship opportunities, design projects, field trips, and architectural problem-solving skills you'll gain working in the BAC studios. Feb 9, 10–12pm www.the-bac.edu/summer
Harbor Discoveries Summer Camp: Participants going into grades 4-10 grade
can apply now for a hands-on, field-based marine science camp! Scholarships alsoavailable for Boston residents for those going into grades 4-7, with applicationsavailable during February vacation week! www.neaq.org/camps
Camp IF: High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors can apply now for a FREE5-day retreat! This retreat brings teens from all religions to participate in bridgebuilding workshops. Participants will learn to foster a positive social change intheir community. Kellen Pilsbury, 617-406-6345, [email protected]
MFA Teen Studio Art Classes: The MFA offers studio art classes and workshopstaught by experienced artists. The program includes classes on drawing, figure
drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture and more. Ages 12-18. Limitedscholarships available. www.mfa.org/programs/studio-art-classes
Mildred Ave Drum and Drill Troupe: The Mildred Ave Community Center islooking for dancers and drummers ages 8-18 to join the Mattapan Drum and DrillTroupe. 617-635-1328, [email protected]
Boy’s Glass Art Entrepreneurship Program: Participate in glass art andentrepreneurship classes and learn to make PowerPoint presentations, businesscards to use when selling your glass art. Earn up to $1,000. Must be a Boston
resident between the ages of 13-16. Application process begins in Feb until May 1.Bird Street Community Center, Dorchester. Joyce, 617-282-6110 x13, [email protected]
Boston Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services: BPS serves nutritiousmeals at low or no cost to all students. Get the most value for your dollar bycompleting a Free and Reduced Price meal application:https://apps2.mybps.org/mealapps/lfserver/EFORM_ENG. Universal FreeBreakfast is now available at all Boston Public Schools, including 28 schoolsrecently added. Learn more and subscribe to the blog:
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www.bostonpublicschools.org/meals.
MIT STEM Program: The STEM Program provides current 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8thgraders who attend public school in Boston, Cambridge or Lawrence with engagingexperiences in science, technology, engineering, and math in a FREE 5-weekprogram! Applications available now. http://mit.edu/stem, [email protected], 617-253-8052
Winter Art Workshops for High School Students: The Art Institute of Boston’sPre-College Program is offering 7-week courses for college credit and non-credit inthe visual arts this fall. All levels welcome. Scholarships available. Winter coursesFeb 23-Apr 13. Linda Harris, 617-585-6724,www.lesley.edu/aib/curriculum/precollege.html
Oiste?: The Latino Civic Education Initiative is offering various programs forLatinos in the Boston area. They promote the principles and practice of democracyand offer leadership development, civic education, and more. 617-426-6633,
www.oiste.net
Cambridge Science Festival Advisory Board: Apply to be part of the teenadvisory board that helps develop and implement Festival programming that willtarget middle/high school students. Requirements: High school students willing toattend monthly meetings. To apply: Peg, [email protected], 617-817-8856
Hyde Square Task Force Enrichment Program: HSTF is accepting applicationsfor their enrichment programs: music clubhouse, community dance classes, andsummer rhythms. Rolling admissions.617-524-8303,http://hydesquare.org/programs/youth.html
Goodwill’s Youth Mentoring Program: Youth ages 12-17 are welcome to join amentoring program featuring field trips, volunteer opportunities, homework helpand more. Larry, 617-541-1226, [email protected]
Boston City Singers Chorus Training Programs: There are openings for thecourses taught to 7-18 year olds. If you have a passion about singing APP thisprogram has a sliding scale tuition rate to make sure no child is turned away dueto financial funding. 209 Ashmont St, Dorchester. Jane Money, 617-825-0674,www.bostoncitysingers.org
JOBS & VOLUNTEERING ABCD SummerWorks Registration Open NOW: Get an early start
applying for a summer job with SummerWorks. Apply online 24 hours a day andfollow the step-by-step instructions (requires a working email account). Read andcomplete the application with a parent or guardian. A complete applicationincludes a signed application, CORI form, checklist, and eligibility documentation.
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You can also apply in person at your local neighborhood ABCD office. Applicantsmust be residents of Boston, be between the ages of 14 and 21 years old, and beincome eligible. Submitting an application does NOT guarantee a summer job. 617-348-6548, www.summerworks.net
BYF Job Fair for Teens: Boston Youth Fund is hosting a job fair for teens ages15-17! More than 100 organizations will be present to talk about summer jobs for
teens. Computers will be available for students to sign up for the Hopeline. Someorganizations will conduct interviews on site so please bring an updatedresume. Feb 16, 11:30am-2pm. Central Library, CopleySquare. www.bostonyouthfund.org
Green Ambassador: If you are 15-18 years old and from the Greater Bostonarea, this is a PAID opportunity for you to be involved in an environmentalstewardship that would allow you to do public outreach, develop leadership skills,learn science, and explore the Boston Harbor Islands. Apply now:www.thompsonisland.org/youth-programs/youth-jobs-programs. Deadline: Mar
26. Olga, 617-830-5120, [email protected]
Artists for Humanity: AFH’s youth-run micro-enterprise employs city teens towork in a variety of art media learning new skills, making art, and performingcreative design services for business clients of AFH. Participants also earn astarting wage of $8.00 per hour for up to 9 hours per week during the schoolyear. Requirements and applications: www.afhboston.com/highschool
Company One: Company One is seeking actors for “How We Got On.” Castreceives a stipend. Auditions (by appointment) will be held Sat, Feb 2, 10am-2pm. Actors should email their resume, digital headshot, and prepare a 2 minute
monologue. [email protected]
EPIC Service Warriors: Youth with disabilities ages 16-23 can participate in thiscommunity service and education program. Service Warriors learn more aboutlocal communities and develop practical skills to help them develop as leaders andpursue future goals. Program meets a minimum of once a month for one year.Apply: www.epicleaders.org. Jeff, 781-388-4340, [email protected]
Greater Boston Food Bank: Fight hunger by volunteering to clean, sort, box,and weigh food for distribution throughout the greater Boston region.
www.gbfb.org
Teens in Print: Ever dreamed of seeing your name in print? Use the power of thepress to cover topics important to teenagers and visit great venues like FenwayPark in both paid and unpaid summer positions. Apply: www.writeboston.org . RicKahn, 617-541-2651, [email protected]
Volunteer Nights: Volunteer at Bikes Not Bombs by preparing donations for theirprograms by flattening bikes, stripping bike, and sorting parts. Thurs, 7-10pm.https://bikesnotbombs.org/
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Boston Cares: Make a difference in your community by volunteering! Registerwith Boston Cares, and you’ll become a part of the many service projects thatadvocate for community enrichment, health & wellness, homelessness/hunger,environment and more! www.bostoncares.org
Teen Resume Guide: Whether you have had lots of jobs or are getting ready for
your first volunteer experience, this resume guide has tips for you. Start off your job or volunteer hunt on the right foot!www.cityofboston.gov/youthzone/JobsInternshipsAndVolunteering
Boston PIC: If you attend a BPS High School, connect with your Private IndustryCouncil (PIC) Career Specialist who can help you with your resume, job interviewskills, and job search. 617-524-5224, www.BostonPIC.org
TUTORING PROGRAMS
Extra Help: Extra Help is the weekly television series providinghomework help to Boston students. Every Tuesday from 5-9pm, elementary,middle, and high school students can watch and call Extrahelp on Comcast 9, RCN15 to receive "live" homework help from BPS teachers. Call 617-708-3290 to getyour math, reading and language arts questions answered! www.bnntv.org
Homework Help at BPL: Students in grades K-8 can get free after-schoolhomework help in all subject areas at any library branch. Academic support andmentoring are also available. Mon-Thurs, 3:30-5:30pm. Weekend hours at Central
Branch only; Sat, 12-4pm; and Sun, 1-5pm. 617-859-2382, www.bpl.org/boost
Boston Teacher’s Union Tutors: Students in all grades can receive homeworkhelp and tutoring from Boston Public School teachers. Tutoring at Boston PublicLibrary branches from 4-6pm. Days vary by branch. www.bpl.org/boost
BPL Teen Blog: Check out the latest book reviews and information on upcomingevents at the library along with job and test prep help: www.bpl.org/teens
826 Boston Tutoring: This non-profit organization offers youth in grades 1-12
one-on-one tutoring and homework help in any subject. Students can register toreceive help from a trained tutor. Sat, 1-3pm for students ages 12-18.www.826boston.org/programs
Salesian Boys & Girls Club of East Boston: Offers supervised homework helpfor youth in all grades, and tutoring in math, biology, and chemistry for studentsin grades 6-12. FREE to all members. 617-567-6626, www.SalesianClub.com
Youth Tutoring Youth: In this FREE after-school tutoring program, South Bostonstudents in grades 3-6 are able to receive one-on-one help in math and language
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arts. Program runs every Mon-Thu, 2:45-6pm. Labouré Center, 275 WestBroadway, South Boston. 617-464-8575, www.ccab.org
Boys and Girls Club of Roxbury: The B&G Club offers homework help, testpreparation, and tutoring for free to youth ages 6-18. Must be a B&G Clubmember. 617-427-6050, www.bgcb.org
After-School Program Homework Center: The Allston/Brighton APAC offers itsresidents ages 5-12 academic assistance in reading, math, geography, andwriting. Program runs until 6pm and cost is based on income. No deadline. 617-782-6068, www.allstonbrightonapac.org
APPLY NOW Project Success for High School Students: A program for Bostonand Cambridge high school students to participate in paid, mentored,
summer research internships at Harvard Medical School. Students must havecompleted junior or senior year and have a B- average. Deadline: Feb 8. SheilaNutt, 617-432-4634, [email protected]
Yawkey Scholar Program: This program helps talented and motivateddisadvantaged young people meet the rising costs of undergraduate education. A4-year renewable scholarship is provided to high school seniors in MA planning toattend private colleges in MA. Awards average $12,500/year. Deadline: Feb 15.www.tpi.org/resources/yawkey_scholars_program.aspx
Cambridge Science Festival Curiosity Challenge: Youth ages 5-14 are invitedto write an essay or a poem, draw or take a picture of your curiosity and tell howit prompted you to explore the world to be entered to be honored at the CuriosityAwards. Deadline: Feb 8. www.cambridgesciencefestival.org
Freedom House PUSH: The PUSH program is a year-round program for highschool students that promote a college-ready culture through individualcounseling, partnerships with institutions such as UMass Boston, a school yearprogram with academic enrichment, and an intensive summer learning institute.
Ongoing enrollment. 617-445-3700, www.freedomhouse.com/index.html
Katie’s Krops: Youth age 9-16 can win a grant to start a vegetable garden andfeed people in need. The winner receives a gift card to a garden center in theirarea up to $400, support from Katie’s Krops, and a digital camera to documentthe garden and harvest. Deadline: Feb 12. [email protected], www.katieskrops.com/apply-for-a-grant.html
ASPIRE's Asian American Women's Scholarship: This scholarship is awardedto two Asian American young women entering their first years in a two or four
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year college in the amount of $1,000. Awardees should demonstrate strongleadership skills and the ability to make a meaningful impact in the AsianAmerican community. Deadline: Mar 15. Apply:http://girlsaspire.org. [email protected]
HEALTH & SPORTS Rob Gronkowski's Football Clinic: Learn from a pro! This opportunityis open to youth ages 7-14. Everyone who attends will receive a FREE
limited edition t- shirt, a team photo with Rob, and an authentic autograph fromRob. Citi card members have the opportunity to purchase early registration andreceive an additional autographed photo of Rob. Cost $150. Bishop Fenwick HighSchool. www.citiprivatepass.com/landing/rob_gronkowski.html
Seasonal Influenza Shots: Annual outbreaks of the seasonal flu usually occur
during the late fall through early spring. Protect yourself by getting the flu shot.The Public Health Commission will be posting locations that offer freevaccinations. Visit www.bphc.org/flu to find a location near you.
BCYF Swim League: Join the BCYF swim league and compete in local meets!Meets held Fridays. Contact your local BCYF pool. 617-635-4920,www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf
Group Swim Lessons: Youth ages 6-15 can apply for group swim lessons at theKroc Community Center. Various lessons available based on level of experiencewith swimming. Program starts Feb 21. Deadline: Feb 7.
www.boston.salarmykroc.org
Healthworks Youth Fitness: Children can learn yoga, good sportsmanship,teamwork, and more. Ages 5-8 from 5-6pm and ages 9-12 from 6-7pm. Enrollment fee: $15. 450 Washington St, Codman Sq. 617-825-2800
Tennis for Everyone Saturdays: FREE drop-in tennis clinics, drills, and gamesfor youth ages 5-18. Just wear sneakers. All other equipment is provided.Saturdays 3-5pm, Melnea Cass Recreational Complex. Ongoing enrollment. 617-427-8900, [email protected]
FOR GIRLS ONLY Girls’ LEAP: Girls’ LEAP is hiring Teen Mentors to work this school year
$8.00/hour, 2-8 hour per week positions combine being an assistant teacher inself-defense programs, attending meetings, and doing outreach events for Girls’ LEAP. Girls’ LEAP programs are taught by teams of adult women, college-agedwomen and teen-aged girls. Deadline Feb 7. [email protected], 617-514-
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Funday at the Fieldhouse: Little Sisters is offering FREE workshops to middleand high school girls on sports, nutrition, and more. There will also be double-dutch, step, and refreshments. Mon, Feb 18, 1-5pm. Melena Cass RecreationCenter. Register: [email protected].
Healthy Girls, Healthy Women: A peer-education program focused on healthyeating, physical activity, body image and healthy relationships, is looking forcommunity host sites for their FREE workshops. Interested programs shouldprovide an all-female space for workshops for ages 12-18 to participate in theentire 4 workshop series. Peer Leaders will conduct these fun, interactiveworkshops in Feb. Conny, [email protected] , 617-279-2240 x377
Young Womens Group: Offering retreats, field trips, discussions about self-esteem, teen pregnancy, and more. Bird St. Community Center, Dorchester.Alicia, 617-282-6110, [email protected]
Goodwill’s BNY Mellon Academy for Girls: This program encourages academicachievement, leadership development, civic engagement, and career success ingirls ages 10-18 from communities surrounding Goodwill’s Roxbury headquarters.Mon-Fri, 2-6pm. 617-541-1212, [email protected]
FAMILY FUN Winter Activities Brochure 2012-2013: Find out what’s going on in
Boston this holiday season! Some events include holiday strolls, openstudios, tree lightings, and local festivals taking place in different neighborhoodsnow through Feb. www.cityofboston.gov/arts
Keystone National Conference Fundraiser: Support your local neighborhoodkids by going ice-skating! Come out and enjoy a day of ice skating with the familyand help them raise funds to attend the Keystone NationalConference. $20/person, $50/family; includes skate rentals and hot chocolate.Feb, 20, 7-9pm, Neponset Rink, Dorchester. www.bgcdorchester.org
Strand Boston Ballet: The Strand Theater will host an Evening of Dance andBoys in Motion by the Boston Ballet. Performances will include a range of repertoire including classical and contemporary works. FREE admission. Feb 15,7pm. www.strandboston.com
New Academy Estates 2nd Annual Talent Show: The New Academy EstatesYouth Board is having their 2nd Annual Talent Show on Feb 15. Admission isFREE. Tina Pimentel, 617-442-3565
Frog Pond Skating Academy: Frog Pond campus offers classes for kids and
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adults of every age and ability at the Frog Pond. For a schedule of classes andregistration forms, please visit www.skatingacademy.org, or 617-78-SKATE.
DCR Ice Skating: The Department of Conservation and Recreation welcomes allpatrons to another season of ice skating at its DCR rinks. From the Jim RocheCommunity Ice Arena in West Roxbury to the Murphy Memorial Rink in SouthBoston, there are 10 different DCR locations in Boston. For public skating hours,
directions, and more information, go to: www.mass.gov/dcr/recreate/skating.htm
USS Constitution Tours: Enjoy free, guided tours of Old Ironsides with thewhole family. Tours last about 30 min. Thursdays-Sundays, 10am-3:30pm.Charlestown Navy Yard. 617-426-1812, www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org
Egleston Farmers Market: Visit Jamaica Plain’s first indoor, seasonal marketfeaturing local food makers, produce, artists, and more. SNAP/EBT welcome.Saturdays, 10am-noon. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, Jamaica Plain.www.eglestonfarmersmarket.org
Dorchester Winter Farmers Market: Bring the whole family to check out fresh,local food and activities for all ages! Sundays, through Mar 24. Codman SquareGreat Hall, Dorchester. http://dotcommcoop.wordpress.com
EARLY CHILDHOOD Friendship Group: Toddlers in grade 1-3 can learn about social skills, disability,how to help others and how to be a great friend! Tuesdays starting Feb. 5, 4pm.
Dorchester Boys and Girls Club. Dianne, [email protected], 617-288-7120 Indoor Play Space: Drop-in playtime for children ages 15 months to 3 years old.Young children can explore the gym equipment, listen to stories, complete an artproject, and much more! Thursdays, 10-11:15am. Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester. 617-288-7120, bgcdorchester.org
Kindergarten Readiness Nights at the Children’s Museum: KindergartenReadiness Nights feature hands-on activities that encourage children to use skills
they will need in kindergarten. Admission $1 per person. First Friday of everymonth, 6-8:30pm. Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress St. 617-426-6500,www.bostonkids.org
Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Playgroups: Boston children ages1-3 can sign up to attend free parent-child playgroups during the school year. Allcaregivers are welcome to help in building a community of supportive peers,fostering nurturing behaviors, and helping children learn skills for success inschool. Rosa, 617-635-9288, www.countdowntokindergarten.org/playtolearn.html
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Mama & Me: Toddlers and their parents can enjoy interactive art and creativemovement classes. Now accepting registrations for winter classes. 617-477-3432,www.mymamaandme.com
One Tough Job: The Massachusetts Children's Trust Fund knows how hectic thelife of a parent is, so they provide parents with the expert information, tips andsupport to be the best parent they can be. www.onetoughjob.org
COLLEGE PLANNING Financial aid and Scholarship Fair: At this FREE college fair, students
and parents are welcome to learn about how to prepare financially for college,how to understand FAFSA, and local scholarships and programs. Feb 9, 10am-3pm. Tobin Community Center, 617-635-5216
Let’s Get Ready: Free SAT Prep program open to juniors and seniors who havequalifying financial need. Spring programs run from Feb-May at various locations.Students are prepared to take May 4 SAT. Program partners with an area collegesfor 9 weeks and meets 3 hrs, twice a week. 617-345-0085, www.letsgetready.org
uASPIRE: Formerly known as ACCESS, uAspire provides free financial aidadvising to nearly 40,000 Boston students. From advice on filling out the FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to tips on applying for scholarships,you can get answers to all your college affordability questions. 617-778-7195,www.uaspireusa.org
TERi College Access: TERi advisors provide free, one-on-one guidance andresources to make planning and paying for college as simple as possible, withtopics on scholarships, choosing prospective schools, and majors. Advisors arefluent in a number of foreign languages. TERi has a site at the Copley BPL HigherEducation Center and at several branch libraries and schools. 877-332-4348,www.tericollegeplanning.org
Bottom Line: Bottom Line helps students get in to college, graduate, and go farin life. To be eligible for Bottom Line's FREE one-on-one, year-long collegeapplication and financial aid advising services, you must be a Boston resident and
have at least a 2.5 GPA. If you are a high school junior in the class of 2014, learnabout eligibility requirements and apply at: http://bottomline.org/for-students/student-application.aspx.
City of Boston Scholarship: If you are a resident of the City of Boston, have aHigh School Diploma or GED, and plan to pursue higher education at a post-secondary institution in Massachusetts, apply to receive the City of BostonScholarship. Deadline: Apr 1. www.cityofboston.go/scholarship
Boston Scholarship Guide: The Mayor’s Youthline is currently in the process of
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updating all local, college, and national scholarships. Please see our updatedscholarships here:www.cityofboston.gov/youthzone/collegeguide/scholarships.asp. For a complete,not updated list: www.BostonScholarshipGuide.com
Common Application: This college admission application is available online andin print and is accepted at more than 450 colleges! www.commonapp.org
YOUTH WORKERS BCYF Camp HubNob: HubNob will bring together great music, food,supportive community sponsors, partners and friends to enjoy the rich
culture of Boston's neighborhoods at the House of Blues. All proceeds generatedfrom this event will support Boston Centers for Youth & Families programming inthe areas of Arts, Education, Civic Engagement & Leadership and Sports, Fitness
and Recreation that serve more than 90,000 Bostonians yearly. Feb 7, 7-10pm.www.hubnobboston.com
Adoptive Families Together (AFT): Join AFT parent-run, confidential groups toshare personal concerns around adoptive parenting. AFT offers FREE education,advocacy, training, and support to families, professionals, and communities aboutthe adoption experience. We also welcome adopted individuals, birth parents,foster parents and all those with a connection to adoption. These are ongoing,FREE groups that meet once a month. www.mspcc.org/aft Update Your Programs on BOSTONavigator: Make sure youth, parents,
guidance counselors, and youth workers can find your program onBOSTONavigator by keeping your information updated. This also allows for moreaccurate search results throughout the website. www.bostonavigator.org
Rate Your Program on BOSTONavigator: Tell your past program participantsto use BOSTONavigator’s ratings feature! Encourage them to complete a review of your program to get the word out about your work and help other youth connectto programs that will benefit them. www.bostonavigator.org Do You Want to Add Information to the Boston Youth Zone Newsletter?: If
you would like to add information about your program, please [email protected] by the 23rd of each month. Please include detailsabout the program, cost, location, and who someone should contact for moreinformation. The Mayor’s YOUTHLINE is a resource for young people, parents, educators and youth workers. Teen listeners offer a variety of referrals to art, athletic, educational, employment, entertainment, legal, health and social service programs and organizations. Callthe YOUTHLINE at 617-635-2240 or search the online database of youth programs at www.BostonYouthZone.com
The Mayor's Youth Council is working to connect young people in Boston with resources and opportunities. For more information onthe MYC and our projects: www.BostonYouthZone.com/myc
If you have submissions for the Boston Youth Zone E-Newsletter, please email them to [email protected] by the 23rd of
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each month.