Membership and Facility Info..................................................2 Registration ...........................................................................4 Preschool Program .................................................................5 After School Program (K-8) .....................................................8 Teen Programs (9-12) ........................................................... 10 Enrichment Programs ........................................................... 12 Summer Camp ...................................................................... 19 Birthday Parties & Facility Rentals ........................................ 27 January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017 S P R U C E S T R E E T C O M M U N I T Y C E N T E R PRESCHOOL PROGRAM • Great value at $800 per month! • New playground • Licensed full & half day preschool • Ages 3 to 5 • Great learning experience • Fabulous staff and low ratios • Curriculum designed to help your child grow • Open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM DEDICATED SPACE AND PROGRAMS FOR TEENS ! Free busing from local high Schools: Lawrence, Ewing and Trenton Teen Gold membership - just $20 per month. See page 10 for details AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM For Grades K-8. Now Accepting Winter 2017 Registration! Free transportation from all Ewing and Lawrence schools. Special $100 CREDIT if you register before 1/31/2017. SEE PAGE 8 FOR MORE INFO.
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Membership and Facility Info ..................................................2Registration ...........................................................................4Preschool Program .................................................................5After School Program (K-8) .....................................................8Teen Programs (9-12) ...........................................................10Enrichment Programs ...........................................................12Summer Camp ......................................................................19Birthday Parties & Facility Rentals ........................................27
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017 SPRUCE STREET COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM• Great value at $800 per month!• New playground• Licensed full & half day preschool• Ages 3 to 5• Great learning experience• Fabulous staff and low ratios• Curriculum designed to help your
child grow• Open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM
DEDICATED SPACE AND PROGRAMS FOR TEENS!
Free busing from local high Schools:
Lawrence, Ewing and Trenton Teen Gold membership - just $20 per
month. See page 10 for details
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMFor Grades K-8. Now Accepting Winter 2017 Registration! Free transportation from all Ewing
and Lawrence schools. Special $100 CREDIT if you register
before 1/31/2017.SEE PAGE 8 FOR MORE INFO.
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Program PartnersAmerican Red Cross
ArtWorks
KickQuest Martial Arts
National Junior Tennis & Learning
Paying It Forward (Tonya Grant-Brown Basketball)
Rech Center for Performing Arts
Rutgers 4-H
Trenton Circus Squad
United Way of Greater Mercer County
Zumba with Patreese
About UsBoys & Girls Clubs programs strive to help youth reach their full potential as productive, caring & responsible citizens. Club staff members build relationships with youth and challenge them to dream bigger, try harder and accomplish more in life. This program philosophy has helped countless youth reach amazing heights.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County have been serving youth in Mercer County for almost 80 years. We are part of a national organization, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, which serves more than 4 million youth annually.
Program Schedule InformationMany of our classes can be taken on a monthly fee basis. Other classes are offered in 6 and 10-week program cycles. Information regarding programs, their schedules and fees can be found under each program description. In addition, a detailed calendar of all enrichment programs with exact dates can be found online at www.bgcmercer.org/programs.
Youth – 3 to 12 years of age Teen – 13 to 18 years of ageAdult – 18+
Family – Children & their guardians living in the same household
Daily Guest Passes $8
PROGRAM MEMBERSHIPThis membership entitles you to register for Club programs during the year.
TEEN GOLD MEMBERSHIPThis membership allows teens to utilize the Teen Lounge, College & Career Center, Arcade, and Gym during open times for Teens. On Monday – Friday, there are teen drop-in programs that are free for Teen Gold members from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Teens are also allowed to register for additional Club programs, many at significant discounts. Free bus transportation is provided after school from Ewing, Lawrence and Trenton high schools.
Teen Guest Passes are available at $8 per day to utilize the Center during Open Gym and Open Arcade hours.
Scholarships are available for Teen Gold Memberships.
Types of Membership Membership is required for participation in any Club program. Various levels of memberships are available, and dues can be paid monthly through a credit card or bank drafts, or annually at a slight discount.
New members are also required to pay a small one-time building fee which supports the maintenance and repair of the 1040 Spruce St. facility and its equipment.
TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP RATEMONTHLY OR ANNUAL
ONE-TIME BUILDING FEE
Youth Program NA $25 $15
Teen Program NA $25 $15
Teen Gold $20 $225 $15
Family Program NA $75 $30
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• Registering for Boys & Girls Club programs is easy. You can register on-line, phone, by email, mail, or in person.
• To register online, visit our website at www.bgcmercer.org/programs.
• To register by mail, please complete the registration form and send to Membership Director, 1040 Spruce Street, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.
• To register by email, send completed registration form to [email protected].
• To register in person, you can visit our front desk at the Spruce Street Community Center Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
• To register by phone, or for more information, please call 609-695-6060 Ext 0 during the hours above.
Other Full Day Options:3 Days a Week (Monday/Wednesday/Friday): $500/month2 Days a Week (Tuesday/Thursday): $350/month**Special weekly option for July and August 2017: $225/week
Classes Available
“We have the pleasure of being at the Boys & Girls Club Preschool since it opened. The staff is very loving and the small
environment makes us feel like a “family.” My daughter has grown in so many ways.
Thank you Miss Noel and Miss Jen for taking such a great care of my daughter!”
--Evelina Starzak, Preschool Parent
“I am very happy with Boys and Girls Club! My daughter Natalie is very happy to go
to school and loves the teachers. The staff there is very nice and caring and the prices
are great!! I recommend 100%.” --Erika Hernandez, Preschool Parent
WHAT OUR PARENTS ARE SAYING:
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The Director of the Preschool Program and the Head Teacher work together to create an environment that promotes the development of forward-thinking children through comprehensive, research-based and research-proven curriculum resources. We offer developmentally-appropriate programs that support active learning and promote children’s progress in all developmental areas.
Our philosophy includes the following key elements:
Caring, Enriching Environment. We provide a safe place to learn and grow. Children build ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals, through participation in life-enhancing programs, to enable them to reach their full potential.
Experienced Teachers. Our highly-trained teachers promote an open, comfortable learning environment that allows children to explore and progress at their own pace. Staff is trained in CPR and First Aid.
Education. We offer developmentally-appropriate curriculum designed to enable our young students to develop their language and literacy skills, problem solving skills in mathematics and science.
Open Communication with Parents. Communication between staff and parents is vital to building a working relationship. Involvement by parents is always encouraged. We have an open door policy.
Curriculum. The preschool curriculum is designed to enhance students’ social and emotional development as they prepare to enter Kindergarten. It is based on specialized educational materials from Creative Curriculum, educational pieces from Montessori, and B.F. Skinner’s writings on positive reinforcement.
Our seasonal curriculums allows for diverse learning programs including art, science, cooking, computers and music. It helps students develop their gross and fine motor skills as well as participate in various sport activities using our full-size gym, dance studio and multipurpose room.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
PRESCHOOL SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
7:30-9:00 Arrival/Open Art
9:00-9:30 Supervised Center
9:30-10:00 Morning Meeting
10 :00-10:30 AM Snack
10 :30-11 :00 Educational Project
11 :00-11 :30 Music & Movement
11 :30-12:00 Educational Art Project
12:00-1 :00Lunch - Review of the Day 1/2 Day Dismissal
1 :00-3:00 Quiet/Rest Time
3:00-3:30 Bathroom PM Snack
3:30-4:00 Afternoon Project
4:00-4:30 Open Art
5:00-6:30 Center Time Dismissal
And…… a brand new Playground!
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Preschool Morning OutEach Thursday morning, join parents and preschoolers in a fun filled morning out. Our club staff and program partners lead preschoolers and parents through a variety of 30-minute activities for two hours. You can stay for an hour or the entire time. Check our website for updated monthly schedules. Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM$8 per preschooler/$12 per family. Kids under 2 are freePre-registration required by Monday.
SAMPLE WEEKLY SCHEDULE:10:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Welcome/Circle Time 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM – Special Activity11:00 AM – 11:30 AM – Arts & Crafts11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Gym Time
SPEC IAL PROGRAMS. . .
We provide • Large, bright classroom for children ages 3 to 5 years
old with a student to teacher ratio of 10:1 & 12:1.
• Safe, modern facilities with a technology center equipped with computers and a full-sized gymnasium.
• Student choice of activity from within a range of options.
• Daily schedule with table activities, group supervised centers, educational projects, creative and fine arts, music and movement, small and large motor skills, cognitive skills, language arts and more.
• Supervised freedom of movement within the classroom during designated times.
WE PROVIDE THIS AND MORE.. ★ Homework assistance ★ Free transportation from your school ★ Program runs until 6:30 PM each day ENROLL NOW FOR NEXT YEAR FOR JUST $275 PER MONTHSPECIAL $100 CREDIT IF YOU REGISTER BEFORE 1/31/17!!!
After School Program Program Starts January 3, 2017
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County offers a licensed After School Program each day from school dismissal until 6:30 PM.
Students in grades K- 8 can participate in activities that include homework assistance, art instruction, STEM activities, music, theater, sports, cooking, and special interest clubs. The after school curriculum rotates in 12 week program cycles (Fall, Winter, Spring) during the school year. Nutritional snacks are served daily.
Middle school students can sign up for interest clubs. These programs may include chess, student leadership, web design, business, writing, cooking, robotics, science, sports, and more.
Professional staff lead activities with 20-24 students per group, along with a teacher assistant in order to keep a 12:1 student to teacher ratio. Teachers have state certification and/or years of experience in the theme activity they are leading.
The Club provides free daily transportation from local schools to the Spruce Street Community Center each day. School bus pick-up service includes the following schools: Fisher Middle School; Lawrence Middle School; Lawrence Intermediate; Antheil Elementary; Ben Franklin Elementary; Eldridge Park Elementary; Lawrenceville Elementary; Lore Elementary; Parkway Elementary; St. Ann’s and Slackwood Elementary.
DOES YOUR ASP HAVE?
★ Traveling sport teams
★ Cheerleading team
★ Cooking program
★ Science program
★ Computers
★ Arcade
★ STEM programs
★ Multi-purpose Facility
WHY ARE YOU STILL THERE?
Holiday camp runs from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM each day school is out. Youth participate in a wide variety of activities throughout the day, such as sports, computers, art, arcade, music, cooking and more. Some days have themes and trips to local attractions.
Pre-registration is required. Parents must provide lunch or arrange for a paid lunch through our café. Limited registration is available, so register early. Contact Membership desk for registration forms.
Fee: After School Member: $20/day (Trips fees extra)All Others: $30/day (Trip fees extra)
WINTER AND SPRING HOLIDAY CAMP DATES:January 16, 2017, February 20, 2017, April 10, 11, 12, & 13, 2017
Holiday Camp
WHEN SCHOOL IS OUT,
THE CLUB IS OPEN
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Family Fun NightCome spend a special Friday night out with the family !
Gymnasium for sports ★ Arcade for games ★ Moonbounce ★ Craft Projects
★ Special Events that vary every month ★
January 20, March 24 & May 19, 2017
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM$8 per youth or $12 per family. After School Program and Facility Members are free. Kids under 2 are free (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Art Making DayMay 6, 2017
11:00 AM– 4:00 PMFree event provided by Artworks Trenton.
Designed to engage artists of all ages to make a piece of art. There will be art-making stations such as painting, drawing, and print making!!
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Group 1 (K) (Yellow Room)
Group 2 (1st) (Red Room)
Group 3 (2nd) (Cooking Room)
Group 4 (3rd) (Blue Room)
Group 5 (4th) (Classroom 6)
Group 6 (5th) (Club Store)
Group 7 (6th-8th) (Art Room)
3:00 - 4:00 PM4:00 - 4:45 PM Power Hour/Snack Power Hour/Snack Power Hour/Snack Power Hour/Snack Power Hour/Snack Power Hour/Snack Power Hour/Snack
4:45 - 5:30 PM Computers Sports (MPR) Art Tech Studio Special - STEM (Robotics) (STEM Room)
Sports (Gym) Arcade
5:30 - 6:30 PM STEM (Lego Challenge) (STEM Room)
Computers Tech Studio Arcade Sports (MPR)Special - STEM (Robotics)
(STEM Room)Dance (Dance Studio)
Sports (MPR) - SoccerSports (Gym) - Flag Football & Volleyball
2016 WINTER AFTERSCHOOL SCHEDULE
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Homeroom/Table Games/STEM activities in homeroom (Optional: Café for an additional snack)
Homeroom/Table Games/STEM activities in homeroom (Optional: Café for an additional snack)
Homework Club (Classroom 6) for those students who still have homework4:45 - 5:30 PM
Homework Club (Classroom 6) for those students who still have homework
4:45 - 5:30 PM
Homework Club (Classroom 6) for those students who still have homework
Homeroom/Table Games/STEM activities in homeroom (Optional: Café for an additional snack)
Homeroom/Table Games/STEM activities in homeroom (Optional: Café for an additional snack)
WEDNESDAY
4:45 - 5:30 PM
Homework Club (Classroom 6) for those students who still have homework
Homeroom/Table Games/STEM activities in homeroom (Optional: Café for an additional snack)
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
4:45 - 5:30 PM
2016-2017 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SCHEDULE
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COLLEGE & CAREER CENTERThe College and Career Center gives teens access to resources and support staff to assist them with exploring and developing career interests and post secondary school pathways. The Center has resources on colleges, essay writing, filling out applications, SAT Prep and financial aid. It also has listings of career exploration programs, workshops and certifications. The Center is staffed by Club professionals experienced in helping teens develop their career pathways. The Center is designed like a college library with resources and workspaces for teens.
HOURS OF OPERATIONMondays-Fridays 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
TEEN LOUNGEThe Teen Lounge is a place for high school students to hang out after school, meet friends, relax and have fun. Designed like a college student union, the Teen Lounge has high top tables; group sitting spaces; flat screen TV’s; free internet access, and charging stations.
HOURS OF OPERATIONMondays-Fridays 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ARCADEThe arcade features Dance Dance Revolution, basketball, racing and other arcade games. The arcade also features Xbox and PS2 Lounges with a variety of video game choices. Games are set on unlimited free play.
HOURS OF OPERATIONMondays-Fridays 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMSaturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Saturdays from 6/24/17-9/2/17)
Teen Centers$8 per session or FREE with Teen Gold membership
TEEN GOLD MEMBERSHIPJust $20 per month provides your
High School teen with:
★ Free Access to our College & Career Center and the Teen Lounge
★ Career Guest Speakers ★ Free transportation from
Trenton, Ewing & Lawrence HS each day after school
★ Access to Arcade & Gym during Open Gym times
★ Nutritious snacks and dinners
★ ½ price on various Teen programs such as Career Launch
★ Free Drop In Teen Programs (see schedule on next page)
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
JUST $20 PER MONTH
MONDAYChoice 1 Choice 2 Choice 3 Choice 4
3:00pm Power HourCafé
Power HourCollege/Career
Power HourTeen Classroom
4:00pm Dance Studio Open Gym Arcade College/Career4:45pm Teen Lounge College/Career5:00pm Career Launch SAT Prep5:30pm Open Gym Teen Lounge College/Career6:15pm Teen Lounge College/Career Open Gym6:45pm Keystone (6:30) Open Gym Arcade7:00pm Teen Lounge College/Career Arcade
TUESDAYChoice 1 Choice 2 Choice 3 Choice 4
3:00pm Power HourCafé
Power HourCollege/Career
Power HourTeen Classroom
4:00pm Teen Toastmasters Open Gym Arcade College/Career4:45pm Teen Lounge College/Career5:00pm Special College Essay Writing Teen Lounge6:00pm College Planning College/Career Teen Lounge Arcade6:30pm College/Career Teen Lounge Arcade7:00pm Arcade Teen Lounge College/Career
WEDNESDAYChoice 1 Choice 2 Choice 3 Choice 4
3:00pm Power HourCafé
Power HourCollege/Career
Power HourTeen Classroom
4:00pm Dance Studio Open Gym Arcade College/Career4:45pm Teen Lounge College/Career5:00pm Career Launch Smart Moves Special5:30pm Open Gym Teen Lounge College/Career6:00pm Open Gym College/Career6:30pm Cooking 101 Teen Lounge Arcade7:00pm Teen Lounge College/Career Arcade
THURSDAYChoice 1 Choice 2 Choice 3 Choice 4
3:00pm Power HourCafé
Power HourCollege/Career
Power HourTeen Classroom
4:00pm Special Open Gym Arcade College/Career4:45pm Teen Lounge College/Career5:00pm Smart Girls College/Career Teen Lounge5:30pm Special Teen Lounge College/Career6:00pm Chess Club College/Career Dance Studio SAT Prep6:30pm Keystone7:00pm Teen Lounge Arcade College/Career
FRIDAYChoice 1 Choice 2 Choice 3 Choice 4
3:00pm Open Gym Power HourCollege & Career
Power HourTeen Classroom
4:00pm Dance Studio Open Gym Arcade College/Career4:45pm Teen Lounge College/Career Open Gym5:00pm Cooking 101 Open Gym Teen Lounge College/Career5:30pm6:00pm7:00pm
Teen Gold members can participate in various programs lead by Club teen staff. These include Power Hour homework help, tutoring, SAT Prep, Teen Lounge, Dance Studio, College Prep, Field Trips and various presentations from community groups.
Teen Gold Programs
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KARATE- LITTLE DRAGONS (AGES 3 - 6) Young kids can learn beginner to advanced karate with experienced and trained instructors from KickQuest Martial Arts. The curriculum is based on positive mental attitude and high goal setting for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. Students learn kicks, strikes, sparring, forms, dodging, and blocking, ascending through a system of 11 belts.
Fee - Monthly:1 class per week -$54 | 2 classes per week - $79
KARATE BEGINNERS (AGES 7-12)Youth can learn beginner to advanced karate with experienced and trained instructors from KickQuest Martial Arts. The curriculum is based on positive mental attitude and high goal setting for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. Students learn kicks, strikes, sparring, forms, dodging, and blocking, ascending through a system of 11 belts.
Fee - Monthly:1 class per week -$54 | 2 classes per week - $79
USTA INDOOR SHORT COURT TENNIS (AGES 5-10)
National Junior Tennis and Learning will teach tennis skills, drills and games utilizing the USTA short court program for youth 10 and under.
Saturdays 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – 5-8 year olds10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – 9-10 year olds
Fee: $40 per month
CLASSES RUN FROM JANUARY TO THE END OF MARCH
Preschool & Youth Enrichment ProgramsFLAG FOOTBALL (AGES 6-13)Play in one of the fastest growing national sport leagues. Flag football emphasizes speed, agility and skill. Players learn fundamentals of football, and how to run plays.
Thursdays 4:45PM – 5:30 PM – 6-9 year olds5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – 10-13 year olds
Fee: $65 for 10-week session
FIRST SESSIONJanuary 12 - March 16, 2017
SECOND SESSION: March 30 - June 8, 2017
Under the guidance of Chief Instructor Jeremy Epstein, experienced and trained instructors teach youth and adults the proper life skills needed to become a leader through martial arts training. Mr. Epstein, a fourth degree black belt in Taekwondo and 3-Time ISKA & NASKA World Champion, takes pride in providing the highest quality martial arts instruction available in a safe and positive learning environment that people of all ages can enjoy.
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MOVE AND GROOVE (AGES 5 TO 9)The Rech Center for Performing Arts is excited to offer a music and movement class for children ages 5-9. This class will focus on proper stretching techniques and cardio warmup exercises to encourage muscular strength and endurance. Our students will learn fun dance and hip hop combinations each week throughout the session. These combinations will teach our student’s musicality, rhythm and give them the freedom to express their feelings through movement. This class is a great opportunity to promote social awareness and help improve their coordination. Our Music and Movement class fosters a positive and creative environment for children to learn and grow!
Wednesdays: 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Fee: $90 for 6-week session
FIRST SESSION: January 11 – February 15, 2017
TUMBLING AND GYMNASTICS (AGES 5 TO 9)The Rech Center for Performing Arts is proud to offer a Tumbling and Gymnastics class for children ages 5-9. This class will focus on proper stretches and exercises to warmup the muscles for tumbling and beginner gymnastics activities. Our class will focus on increasing flexibility, developing strength and improving coordination by using apparatus such as a low beam and horizontal bar. Each week the students will learn new skills that help to improve concentration and mental focus. This class will promote discipline in a fun environment for the children to become physically fit and develop core strength!
Wednesdays: 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM
Fee: $90 for 6-week session
FIRST SESSION: January 11 – February 15, 2017
DISCOUNT FOR ENROLLING IN BOTH CLASSES | 6-WEEK SESSION - $162
SECOND SESSION:March 8 – April 19, 2017
SECOND SESSION:March 8 – April 19, 2017
TH IRD SESSION:May 3 – June 7, 2017
TH IRD SESSION:May 3 – June 7, 2017
Kelly Rech-Astbury, FounderKelly has been taking dance classes since she was 3 years old. She has training in all styles of dance. Kelly also holds a degree in Special Education and Dance Education from West Chester University. Kelly began performing professionally at 17 years old. She performed in various production shows in Atlantic City, was a principle dancer for a Philadelphia based Modern Dance Company, Opus 1, performed in many industrial commercials, music videos, trade shows and special events and was also a member of the Philadelphia 76ers Dance Team. In 2004, Kelly turned her passion for dance education into a successful business: she opened The Rech Center for Performing Arts! The Rech Center is currently in its 11th successful year and offers Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Acrobatics at two studios in Hamilton, NJ.
Other Rech Center teachers: Leia Wisniewski; Nikki Conti; Alaina Dil
Preschool & Youth Enrichment Programs
BASKETBALL CLIN ICS (AGES 5-12)This clinic, run by Tonya Grant, will help boys and girls expand their skill set and knowledge in the game of basketball through proven techniques and fundamental training. This program will run for 4 weeks, which include introduction drills, team concept drills, and modified basketball games.
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM – 5-8 year olds11:30 AM – 1:00 PM – 9-12 year olds
Fee: $40 for 4-week session or $15 per day to drop-in
SESSION 1 :May 6 – May 27, 2017
BASKETBALL LEAGUE (AGES 3-9)This co-ed league, organized and run by Tonya Grant, will be help youth expand their skills and knowledge in the game of basketball through proven techniques and fundamental training. The first two weeks are all instructional, the remaining eight weeks include 15 minutes of instruction and 45 minutes games. All youth play equal playing time.
Saturdays:10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – 3-4 year olds11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – 5-6 year olds12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – 7-8 years olds
Fee: $65 for 8-week session
SESSION: February 25 - April 29, 2017
BASKETBALL SPRING BREAK CLIN IC (AGES 8-13)This clinic, run by Tonya Grant, will help boys and girls expand their skill set and knowledge in the game of basketball through proven techniques and fundamental training. This program will run for 4 weeks, which include introduction drills, team concept drills, and modified basketball games.
Saturdays:9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Fee: $75 for 3-day session
SESSION: April 11, 12, & 13, 2017
SESSION 2:June 3 – June 24, 2017
Tanya Grant-Brown: President/CEO Professional Basketball Player in Europe & Middle East (10 years), St. Peters College Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee, Asst. Women’s Basketball Coach, St. Peter’s College All Time Leading Scorer - 2012 points, 6th Leading Scorer In The Nation Averaging 25.6 Points Per Game, MAAC College Player of the Year, 2nd Team All -Kodak, NJ College Women’s Basketball Player of the Year, 1st Team All Conference, MAAC 2nd Team All Conference, MAAC 2nd Team All Rookie, City of Trenton “Black Image Award” Recipient, Honorable Douglas H. Palmer, City of Trenton, Award for Youth involvement, and A Black Girl Who Rock!!!
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LASER CUTTING AND 3D PRINTING (GRADES 5-8)Taught by Rutgers 4-H, Learn how to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) to make your own designs to be 3D printed. Try your hand at laser cutting. We’ll make designs using a variety of materials. Learn valuable 21st century life skills like creativity and problem solving. Learn to think like an engineer.
Wednesdays: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Fee: $100 per 10-week session. Maximum of 14 per class.
FIRST SESSION: January 11 - March 15, 2017
SECOND SESSION:March 29 - June 7, 2017
INTRO TO ROBOTICS (GRADES 2-6)Robotics has grown exponentially in recent years, as industries from manufacturing to food service have implemented robotic technology to streamline processes, save money and accomplish tasks too dangerous for humans. Robotics is frequently defined as the science and technology of robots, their design, manufacture and application. This program, taught by Rutgers 4-H, utilizes the LEGO MINDSTORMS kit to provide a great introduction to robotics.
Fridays: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Fee: $100 per 10-week session. Maximum of 14 per class.
FIRST SESSION:January 13 - March 17, 2017
SECOND SESSION:March 31 - June 9, 2017
INTERMEDIATE ROBOTICS (GRADES 3-8)(Intro to Robotics or Robotics 101 is a prerequisite)
We delve deeper into learning about science, technology, education and math (STEM). This class enables students to investigate and understand the operation of simple and compound machines found in everyday life. Students will also enjoy free building with LEGO EDUCATION sets and use the instructions to build and experiment on their own.
Fridays: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Fee: $100 per 10-week session. Maximum of 14 per class.
FIRST SESSION:January 13 – March 17, 2017
SECOND SESSION:March 31 – June 9, 2017
Rutgers 4-H Youth Development, Lead Educators for BGC STEM PartnershipAltaira BejgrowiczAltaira is a 4-H Youth Development professional who initially joined Rutgers Cooperative Extension as a Master Gardener. She transitioned to the 4-H Department to teach plant science to youth in afterschool programs. During this time she earned a certification from Texas A&M University as a Junior Master Gardener Specialist. Over the years Altaira has developed curriculum and taught day camps and workshops that focus on earth science and conservation, plant science, ornamental plant design, and food science. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rutgers University where she focused her studies on brain structure and function. She also has an Associate of Applied Science degree from Mercer County Community College where she studied Ornamental Horticulture.
Trish VerbeystTrish Verbeyst has been teaching science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) with Rutgers 4-H Youth Development of Mercer County since 2007. As a lead trainer for the National Partnerships for After School Science (NPASS) project, funded by the National Science Foundation, she facilitates science and engineering workshops for afterschool educators throughout New Jersey. Trish also leads the new Science Pathways project focused on STEM “maker” education. She coordinates Mercer County’s involvement in the Rutgers Summer Science Program and leads the local teen science ambassadors. Trish is a Junior Master Gardener Specialist and a Mercer County Master Gardener since 1998. She has shared her love of insects and gardening with preschool and school age children for more than a decade.
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Teen Enrichment ProgramsCAREER LAUNCH INTERNSHIPSThe Club’s Career Launch program includes ten weeks of work readiness and career exploration. After successfully completing this portion of the program, teens are placed into a 100-hour volunteer internship. Teens who successfully complete their internship are recommended for part-time employment at the Club. Internships opportunities include:• Computer repairs & sales• Bike repairs & sales• After school assistant teacher in
sports, art, computers, cooking.• Summer Camp assistant teacher• Point of Sale at our membership office• Café BG’s point of sale or food prep.• Razor Sharp Barber Shop
Monday & Wednesday5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold Members
$150 Teen Program Members
**Scholarship opportunities are available.
COLLEGE PLANNING MADE EASYDo you know what you need to apply for college? Have you thought about the college you want to attend or if you want to attend a vocational school? Are you aware of the funding available for you to attend school or how to apply for scholarships? If these are questions that you want answered, this 6-week program is the class for you. Come out and learn all you need to know about preparing and applying for college. Course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Classes begin Tuesday, September 13th.
Tuesdays: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Fee: Cost: Free for Teen Gold Members
$50 Program Members per 6-week session
COLLEGE ESSAY WRITING 101Preparing for college requires a lot of thought and planning as well as the ability to express oneself effectively in writing. This course will help students write essays to help them get noticed when applying for college. Course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors.
Tuesdays: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold Members
$50 Program Members per 10-week session
COOKING 101Students will cook basic meals in our Kitchen Classroom, learning the fundamentals of making a quick and easy meal. From a basic sandwich to something simple in the oven, teens will be able to maneuver through the kitchen and make something tasty to eat.
Wednesdays: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold Members
$50 Program Members per 10-week session
SAT PREPARATIONUtilizing College Board and Khan Academy tools, Club staff lead teens through an individualized SAT prep curriculum. These tools utilize PSAT results, or having teens take the PSAT to diagnose areas of strengths and weaknesses. Curriculum allows students to track progress towards weekly goals developed towards test dates. Curriculum includes practice tests and phone app for daily problems.
Mondays: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold Members
$50 Program Members per 10-week
session
KEYSTONE CLUBKeystone Club is a nationally recognized leadership and service club for high school students. The Club has annual service projects and student leadership opportunities. The Club meets weekly to plan social events, trips and service projects. The Club hosts and travels to local conferences. Membership in Keystone requires regular attendance, volunteer hours, work on projects, and fundraising to attend conferences and trips.
Monday & Thursday: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold members, with $5/month Keystone dues
$150 Program Members (Annual Fee) with $5/month Keystone dues
SMART MOVESTeens will learn about making smart decisions when it comes to life skills, school, peer pressure, bullying as well as knowing when a situation is beyond their control and when to seek help. This program runs 10 weeks and is interactive between teens as well as club staff.
Wednesdays: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold Members
TEEN TOASTMASTERSThe program’s unique 10 week workshop-style design enables participants to develop their potential through practical experience. Sponsored and conducted by Toastmasters International and its local clubs, Youth Leadership helps young people build their communication and leadership skills so they may become tomorrow’s leaders in business, industry and the community.
Participants learn to: overcome nervousness when speaking before an audience; organize and present ideas logically and convincingly; listen carefully to others’ ideas; offer advice to help others improve speaking and leadership skills; and participate in - and even lead - group discussion or meetings.
Tuesdays: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Fee: Free for Teen Gold Members
CPR, FIRST AID, AED CERTIFICATION FOR TEENS AND ADULTSSee Adult Enrichment on the next page for more information.
CLASSES WILL BE HELD: Saturday, January 21, 2017 - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday, February 18, 2017 - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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ZUMBACome out and lose yourself in this fun filled and exciting workout taught by Zumba Instructor Patreese Murphy. This class is open to the public!
Tuesdays: 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
Fee: $10 per class
$45 for a 5-class card ($9 per class)
$70 for a 10-class card ($7 per class)
FREE TAX PREPARATIONWe are partnering with the United Way of Greater Mercer County to provide free tax preparation for families and individuals who
make less than $60,000 a year in Mercer County. BRING THE FOLLOWING: Picture ID; Social Security Cards (or ITINs) and dates of births for the taxpayer, spouse, and children and any other dependents you are claiming; W2 forms; 1099 Forms; copy of 2015 Income Tax Return; bank account number, routing number; end of year pension statements; all medical deductions totaled.
Wednesdays: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Fee: Free for qualified families/individuals (make less than $60,000 a year)
Dates: February 1 – April 12, 2017
CPR, FIRST AID, AED CERTIFICATION FOR TEENS AND ADULTSParticipants will become certified in CPR, First Aid
and use of the AED machine. This will help them prepared if an emergency takes place with themselves or with someone else. Our certified instructor, from the Red Cross, will provide hands-on as well as visual/written training necessary for each student. Class sizes are limited to 12 students. Preregistration is required.
Certification for ages 16+: Participants will become certified and receive their 2-year certification card from the American Red Cross.
Certification for ages 13 - 15: Students will become certified for 2 years however, due to their age, they will not receive the certification card but an official certificate from the Boys & Girls Club signed by the official American Red Cross instructor confirming the certification.
Fee: $90 per person (ages 16+) | $50 per person (ages 13 – 15)
CLASSES WILL BE HELD: Saturday, January 21, 2017 - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday, February 18, 2017 - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Adult Enrichment Programs
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2017 SUMMER CAMP RATESKIDS CAMP: $220 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $245 per week after 4/1/17
**Week 2 - Special Rate: $195 per week (No Camp on Tuesday, July 4th)
LAST BLAST CAMP: $245 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $270 per week after 4/1/17
SUMMER TRAVEL CAMP: $295 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $320 per week after 4/1/17
SPECIALTY CAMP (HALF DAY OPTION): $125 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $150 per week after 4/1/17
SPECIALTY CAMP (FULL DAY OPTION): $275 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $295 per week after 4/1/17
Parents can enroll children in camp week-by-week or for the entire summer. Camp fee covers all field trips and care from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Call for more information and weekly camp schedules.
Come spend the Summer with us!
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Camp begins Monday, June 26, 2017 and ends on Friday, September 1, 2017Hours 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL?• We are open from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
• There are no extra fees for extended hours.• Includes all field trips.
• We offer a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.• Great Programs : Great Staff.
Camp InfoLUNCH OPTIONSCampers can pack their own lunch. Or for a small fee, parents can utilize our own Café BGs for a hot or cold lunch program. Menus will be available weekly and parents can sign up daily or choose their options for each week.
SWIMMINGAll Kid Campers and Summer Travel Campers will go swimming weekly at a local pool. Lifeguard supervision will be provided. All campers will be swim tested on their first day at the pool. For those campers that pass the test, recreational swim will be available for their pool time. For those campers who need extra swim support, introductory swim instruction and water safety lessons will be provided.
OUTDOOR TIME:Campers will be able to spend time outdoors, whether it is playing in our brand new playground (scheduled to open early 2017) or during our field trips to parks.
SIBLING DISCOUNT10% for each additional child registered for camp.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEScholarships are available, based on available resources, on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact our membership office or website for applications.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATIONMembership is required for participation in any Club program, including Summer Camp. A $25 annual program membership will be needed for each child enrolling in camp. This membership also allows the child to enroll in other BGC programs for one full year. In addition, a one-time building fee of $15 is required.
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KIDS CAMP SAMPLE SCHEDULE (NON-TRIP/SWIM DAYS)
KIDS ARRIVAL7:30–9:00 AM
Organized activities – Varies from Arcade, classroom games, reading, sportsHome rooms for welcome, announcement & daily schedule
PERIOD 19:00 AM
Arts & Crafts
PERIOD 210:00 AM
Sports, Fitness & RecreationSoccer, basketball, flag football
PERIOD 311:00 AM
Education & Career ExplorationHigh Yield Learning Activities, STEM
12:00 PM LUNCH
PERIOD 412:30 PM
Cooking/Healthy Lifestyles
PERIOD 51:30 PM
Character & LeadershipCommunity Service, Helping Hands, Smart Girls, Boys to Men
PERIOD 62:30 PM
Computers & Technology
PERIOD 7 3:30 PM
Drama, Theatre, Music
KIDS CHOICE4:30–6:30 PM
Variety of multiple choices each day of Arcade, Sports, Café, Library, Computer Lab, Art, STEM, Dance, and more each hour
Parents can enroll children in camp week-by-week or for the entire summer. Camp fee covers all field trips and care from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. No extra fees for early or late care.
Call for more information and weekly camp schedules.
Kids Camp5 TO 10 YEAR OLDSAvailable Weeks 1-8 (June 26-August 18, 2017)Kids Camp will provide children ages 5 to 10 with a positive and exciting camp experience, in a safe and accepting environment. Our programs are designed to enhance our camper’s self-esteem and leadership skills through structured activities and interactive themes.
Campers are in groups of 20-25 by age. Each group has a lead teacher, who is a specialist in the program activity they are leading, and a teacher assistant to support the activity.
Each week, campers take a field trip to local attractions such Herr’s Snack Factory, Insectopolis, Camden Aquarium, DaVinci Science Center, Dorney Park, Liberty Science Center and Atlantic City
KIDS CAMP WEEKLY THEMESEach week all activities and trips will be designed to explore and embody the camp theme and to tap into the curiosity and wonder of all our campers.Week 1 – Let the Good Times RollWeek 2 – Blast to the PastWeek 3 – Let Freedom RingWeek 4 – Medieval TimesWeek 5 – Ahoy MatesWeek 6 – Super Hero WeekWeek 7 – Under the Big TopWeek 8 – Under the Sea
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STEP UP AND DANCE (AGES 4-12)The Rech Center for Performing Arts is excited to offer an exciting week of music and movement for boys and girls. We will focus on proper stretches to increase flexibility and cardio exercises to increase muscle strength and stamina. We will introduce various styles of dance including; Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical and Musical Theater! We will discuss the history of these styles and do activities and crafts to reinforce what they have learned. The students will have the opportunity to perform routines learned throughout the week and even create their own choreography which we will perform on the last day of camp! July 10th-14th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 7/12 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)20 children maximum
JUMPIN ’ GYMNASTS (AGES 4-12)The Rech Center for Performing Arts is proud to present our popular gymnastics camp for boys and girls! This Camp focuses on a cardio warmup to increase stamina and strengthening and flexibility exercises for muscle endurance. The students will participate in floor exercises including rolls, cartwheels, round offs, walkovers and limbers. We will also introduce skills on the low beam and horizontal bar. On the last day of camp, the students will participate in their own Olympics competing in the various events! July 17th – 21st: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 7/19 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)20 children maximum
KARATE (AGES 4-12)KickQuest Martial Arts is pleased to present their new karate camps in summer 2017! Young kids can learn beginner to advanced karate with experienced and trained instructors. The curriculum is based on positive mental attitude and high goal setting for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. Students learn kicks, strikes, sparring, forms, dodging, and blocking, ascending through a system of 11 belts.July 10th – 14th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 07/12 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)July 24th – 28th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 07/26 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)August 7th–11th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 8/9 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)20 children maximum
Summer Specialty Camps Does your child have a love of dancing, gymnastics, karate or maybe science, technology, engineering and cooking? Then why not continue supporting those passions during the summer? The Spruce Street Community Center offers a number of specialty camps for various ages throughout the summer. Specialty camps are offered as a half-day program, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM with one whole day field trip on Wednesdays from9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Or for even more fun – stay for the afternoon and participate in our traditional camp activities to round out your day. Those signing up for specialty plus enrichment camp can attend from 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM.
MAKER WEEK STEM CAMP (GRADES 3-6) Join us for a week’s exploration in the STEM Center with tools such as laser cutters and 3-D printers that will ignite invention! A perfect week for creating, making, tinkering and personal growth. Campers will take a full day field trip related to the theme. Activities are great for youth with beginner to intermediate STEM knowledge.August 7th – 11th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes two whole day field trips on Wednesday 08/09 & Friday 08/11 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)20 children maximum
JUNIOR ENGINEERS STEM CAMP (GRADES 3-6)Work in teams as you design, build, test and redesign projects such as rubber band-powered cars and roller coasters. Challenge yourself to create the strongest, fastest, or most accurate design. Campers will take a full day field trip related to the theme. Activities are great for youth with beginner to intermediate STEM knowledge.August 14th – 18th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes two whole day field trips on Wednesday 08/16 & Friday 08/18 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)20 children maximum
SCIENCE EXPLORERS STEM CAMP (GRADES 3-6)Investigate basic science principles with fun (and sometimes edible) experiments. Each day youth will have hands-on opportunities to explore a variety of projects such as cake chemistry, heating a house and an oven (built from a cardboard box – it really works), balloons, bubbles, and siphon systems. Campers will take a full day field trip related to the theme. Activities are great for youth with beginner to intermediate STEM knowledge.August 21st–25th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes two whole day field trips on Wednesday 08/23 & Friday 08/25 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)20 children maximum
COOKING (AGES 8 AND UP)Summer 2017 with Café BG’s will be a blast! We are introducing our new Cooking camps. There will be three camps offered and each with a different theme. Classes are intended for kids and teens ages 8 and up, are taught in our spacious kitchen, and are led by our professional Instructor Chef Roberts. We will begin each week with how to use a knife safely and effectively and cover all kitchen safety rules. We will then move on to key techniques including sautéing, searing, baking, and grilling. All classes conclude with a feast! Working safely and efficiently in the kitchen will be a continuous theme as we will be cooking creatively and having fun! Hope to see you this summer! July 17th–21st: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 07/19 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM) July 24th–28th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 07/26 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)August 14th–18th: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (includes a whole day field trip on Wednesday 07/26 from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM)10 children maximum
Last Blast5 TO 10 YEAR OLDSAvailable for Week 9 (August 21-25) & Week 10 (August 28 – September 1)
KIDS CAMP WEEKLY THEMESWeek 9 – Who Dunnit?
Week 10 – Club Campout
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Last Blast Camp is a great way for campers to end their summer with fun, trips, and lots of activities. Each day at Last Blast camp, students either go on a field trip, have a theme day (such as Carnival, Olympics, Amazing Race) or can choose between featured activities of their choice (Sports, Cooking, Science, Arcade, Computers, Art) to design their own camp experience. The camp takes a least one full day and one half day trip each week. Sample full day trips are to the beach, Zoo, Fun Time America. Sample half day trips are to local parks, bowling or to the movies
Camp fee covers all field trips and care from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. No extra fees for early or late care.
Call for more information and weekly camp schedules.
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Available for Weeks 1- 10(June 26 – September 1, 2017)Summer Travel Campers participate in various fun and diverse half-day and full-day field trips to local and regional attractions throughout the week. When campers are not on trips, they will participate in sports, computer, arcade, career prep, team building, and other enrichment programs utilizing our air conditioned, state-of-the-art facilities, including gym, multi-purpose room, art studio, STEM center, computer lab, arcade, and classrooms.
Some of our already-confirmed full day trips include: Camden Aquarium, Dave and Busters, iPlay America, Madam Tussaud’s Wax Museum and NYC, Liberty Science Center, Lincoln Financial Field and Colonial Bowling & Laser Tag.
Some of our half day trips will include: bowling, skating, movies, swimming pools and local parks.
Parents can enroll children in camp week-by-week or for the entire summer. Registration fee includes all transportation and trip admission fees. Camp runs from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Summer Travel Program11 TO 15 YEARS OLD
SUMMER TRAVEL SAMPLE WEEKLY BLOCK PLAN
Monday AM – Team Building, Sports, Computers PM – Half Day TripTuesday Full Day TripWednesday Sports, Arcade, Career Exploration, Computers, Cooking, Life Skills, EducationThursday AM – Sports, Art, Computers PM – half day Trip
Friday Full day trip
Call for more information and weekly camp trip schedules.
Preschool Summer OptionsYou can register at our regular monthly ratesOr sign up for our special weekly option for July and August 2017: $225/week!
TOTAL DUE FOR CAMP
$25 deposit per week of camp (non-refundable) weeks @ $25 deposit =
TOTAL CAMP FEES DUE TODAY
Payment: Cash, Check payable to “Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County” or Credit Card (AMEX, Visa, MC, Discover)
Cardholder Name:
Address:
Card Number: Exp. Date: CVV Code: Billing Zip Code:
Balance of camp fees are due on Modays; 1 week PRIOR to the start of each camp week.
A $25 late fee is assessed for all camp balances paid after the due date.
Auto-draft- To help you avoid any late fees and for your convenience, you can have your weekly camp balance charged to your credit or debit card. By signing below, you are
giving us permission to charge the card identi�ed above each Monday a balance is due.
Camper Name: Camper Age: (by 6/15/17)
Please check the appropriate box to indicate which camp and week(s) you would like for your child. Note camp pricing for each camp selected as rates di�er with the type of camp:
Kids Camp: $220 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $245 per week after 4/1/17 *Week 2 - Special Rate: $195 per week (No Camp on Tuesday, July 4th)
Last Blast Camp 5 - 10
Last Blast Camp: $245 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $270 per week after 4/1/17
SummerTravel Camp 11 - 15
Summer Travel Camp: $295 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $320 per week after 4/1/17
AGES WEEK 16/26 - 6/30
WEEK 27/3 - 7/7 *
WEEK 37/10 - 7/14
WEEK 47/17 - 7/21
WEEK 57/24 - 7/28
WEEK 67/31 - 8/4
WEEK 78/7 - 8/11
WEEK 88/14 - 8/18
WEEK 98/21 - 8/25
WEEK 10 8/28 - 9/1
SPECIALTY CAMP
Step Up and Dance 4 - 12
July 10th-14th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/12 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
Jumpin’ Gymnastics 4 - 12
July 17th – 21st: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/19 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
4 - 12Karate
July 10th – 14th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/12 from 9am to 5pm)July 24th – 28th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/26 from 9am to 5pm)August 7th – 11th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 08/09 from 9am to 5pm)
Maker Week STEM Camp Grades 3 - 6
August 7th – 11th: 9am-12pm (includes two whole day �eld trips on Wednesday 08/09 & Friday 08/11 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
Junior Engineers STEM Camp Grades 3 - 6
August 14th – 18th: 9am-12pm (includes two whole day �eld trips on Wednesday 08/16 & Friday 08/18 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
Science Explorers STEM Camp Grades 3 - 6
August 21st – 25th: 9am-12pm (includes two whole day �eld trips on Wednesday 08/23 & Friday 08/25 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
Cooking 8 & UpJuly 17th – 21st: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/19 from 9am to 5pm) July 24th – 28th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/26 from 9am to 5pm)August 14th – 18th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 07/26 from 9am to 5pm)10 children maximum
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Specialty Camp (Half Day Option): $125 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $150 per week after 4/1/17 | Specialty Camp (Full Day Option): $275 per week if registered by 4/1/17; $295 per week after 4/1/17
Automata 6 & Up
August 7th-11th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 08/09 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
Upcycled Sculptures 6 - 12
August 14th-18th: 9am-12pm (includes a whole day �eld trip on Wednesday 08/16 from 9am to 5pm), 20 children maximum
MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR ANY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CAMP OR PROGRAM.
MEMBER REGISTRATION FORMLawrence Clubhouse • 1040 Spruce Street • Lawrence, NJ 08648
Member First Name: Member Last Name: DOB:
Grade: School: Male | Female:
Membership: Current Member — skip to Program Registration Section
New Member — complete information below and add fee
Membership Type Monthly Annual Building Fee (Required of all New Members)
Youth Program
Teen Program
Teen Gold
Family Program
N/A
N/A
N/A
$20
$25
$25
$225
$75
$15$15
$15
$30
Youth – 3 to 12 years of age Teen – 13 to 18 years of age Family – Children & their guardians living in the same household
Program Membership – This membership entitles you to register for Club programs during the year.
Teen Gold Membership – This membership allows teens to utilize the Teen Lounge, College & Career Center, Arcade, and Gym during open times for Teens. On Monday – Friday, there are teen drop-in programs that are free for Teen Gold members from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Teens are also allowed to register for additional Club programs, many at signi�cant discounts. Free bus transportation is provided after school from Ewing, Lawrence and Trenton high schools.
New Member Additional Information Required:
Member Address: City: State: Zip:
Parent Guardian Name 1: Parent Guardian Name 2:
Cell: Work: Email: 2nd Email:
EMERGENCY CONTACTS - Please identify two adults who may be called if you are not available
First Name: Last Name: First Name: Last Name:
Home Phone: Home Phone:
Work Phone: Work Phone:
Cell Phone: Cell Phone:
Program Name Session Days / Times Fees
Membership & Building Fee
Total Due:Payment method: Check payable to Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County or Credit/ Debit Card
Credit/Debit Card#: Exp. Date: 3-Digit Code: Billing Zip Code:General Permissions:• I give permission for my child's image/name to be used in the Clubs public relations materials. • For my child to participate in mentoring, prevention, educational normally Club programs, and for the Club to collect and share data from my child’s participation in Club programs for related funders and grants. The Club can also request such data about my child from local schools and other such organizations.• I give permission for my child to attend in Boys & Girls Club activities in or adjacent to the Club, and all �eld trips as identi�ed in program brochures, newsletter and parent communications. If I don't want my child to go on a trip, I must communicate this to the program director in writing.• I under stand that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County has an open door policy (with the exception of summer camp and after school program) where the Club is not responsible for a child that leaves the building. Therefore it is important to talk to your child about your rules on leaving the Club. • In the case of an emergency I hereby give permission for the hospital/doctor to provide care/treatment for my child until I can reach the hospital.• I understand the Club's discipline policy and understand I am responsible for my child's actions while involved in Club activities. I also understand that if my child breaks Club policy my child may be expelled/suspended from the program/Club without reimbursement of fees paid.• I understand that there are inherent risks associated with participating in Boys & Girls Clubs activities and I do not hold the Club, directors or sta� responsible for injuries, resulting from Club participation. My signature below indicates my acceptance of the policies above.
SIgnature: Print Name: Date:
Membership & Building Fee:
Return Completed Form by mail to BGC Lawrence Clubhouse, 1040 Spruce Street, Lawrence, NJ 08648
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Have your next party or event here & Let Café BG’s
Cater for you!For more information call
609-665-8870
Facility RentalsChurches, Sports Teams, PTOs or Companies!
If you are looking for space to host your next event, party or meeting, the Club has reasonable rates for renting our gymnasium, arcade, multi-purpose room and classrooms.
Contact Maria Gonzalez at 609-695-6060 ext. 204 or [email protected] for additional information and rates.
Birthday Parties Birthday parties are $300 for a 2-hour party. The first hour will be your theme activity, and you have access to the party room for the entire 2 hours. Parties are for up to 20 kids. Café BGs can provide party food and beverages. Ask for a party menu for food options. Extended party hours are available at additional rates.
THEMES:
Birthday Parties!
★ Arcade ★ Sports ★ Dance ★ Tumbling
★ Moonbounce ★ Karate ★ Art
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NON-PROFIT ORGU.S. POSTAGEPAID
PERMIT 107PRINCETON, NJ 08540
1040 Spruce Street, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
VISIT US AT: WWW.BGCMERCER.ORG
SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE February 11, 2017 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Come learn about our SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM and its offerings.
Meet our staff/Tour the facility. Sign up for summer camp at
early bird prices! Fun activities for the whole family!
Free event.
Family Fun NightCome spend a special Friday night out with the family!
★ Gymnasium for sports
★ Arcade for games
★ Moonbounce
★ Craft Projects
★ Special Events that vary every month.
January 20, March 24 & May 19, 2017
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM$8 per youth or $12 per family. After
School Program and Facility Members are free. Kids under 2 are free
(Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
ASP/PS Spring Fest/Open House – April 8, 2107 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Fun & free activities for preschoolers & youth ages up to 8th grade.
Summer CampRegister Now for
Lower PricesLock in your special reduced rates
for all our summer camps if you register before 4/1/17.
Prices go up April 1st, so don’t miss out!
Art Making DayMay 6, 2017
11:00 AM– 4:00 PMFree event provided by Artworks Trenton. Designed to
engage artists of all ages to make a piece of art. There will be art-making stations such as painting,
