Carson City celebrates National Boys and Girls Club Week with salute to heroes
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada will be throwing open its doors to the public next week to celebrate National Boys & Girls Club Week, with events each evening March 7 – 12, Monday through Friday, beginning at 4 p.m. each day. The Club is located at 1870 Russell Way in Carson City.
“We are so excited for people to come visit the Club, have some fun and see all of the great programs we offer,” Katie Leao, chief professional officer for the Club, said. “The scheduled events will spotlight our commitment to academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.”
Calendar of events includes:
Monday, March 7, 4 - 6 p.m. – Club Spirit Day: Share the spirit and passion of the Club by bringing a friend. Wear your Club gear and be entered into a raffle.
Tuesday, March 8, 4 - 6 p.m. – Celebrate our Heroes: Meet some of the heroes from the Nevada Highway Patrol, Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Carson City Fire and more.
Wednesday, March 9, 4 - 6 p.m. – BGC Olympics: Think you have what it takes to be the next best Olympian? Join the 2016 Olympics BGC Style!
Thursday, March 10, 4 - 8 p.m. – S.T.E.M. Up: Ever wondered what if feels like to be a scientist or an engineer? Take part in science experiments and engineering challenges to find out.
Friday, March 11, 4 - 8 p.m. – Mardi Gras Day/BGC Night Out Carnival: Bringing the bright colors and fun music of the Mardi Gras to the Club. Make some Mardi Gras masks, beads and more, then take the whole family to the 2016 BGCWN Carnival.
Leao said Boys & Girls Club Week is a great way for the community to get to know or reacquaint themselves with the Club and its offerings.
“We hear from folks on a daily basis they didn’t know about the programs we offer,” she said. “We have a robust schedule daily that includes structured homework help, arts and crafts, personal development and sports. I invite everyone to check out our Club and our new website at bgcwn.org.”
Photo information: Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada club members play at the new Carson City MAC. Sports activities will be featured at the BGC Olympics, Wednesday, March 9, during National Boys & Girls Club Week.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada has been a cornerstone of the community since opening its doors in 1993. Serving some 1,800 youth, Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada provides a safe, structured and positive environment for young people after school, during holidays and summer vacation in six locations around Carson City and Douglas County. For information, visit bgcwn.org.
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