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MYC Summer Camp Registration is Filling Up!
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Our MYC Summer Camp program starts a week from today! We have spots available but most weeks are filling up fast so register today (MYC will be open from 8am-4pm).
Our registration forms can be found on our website here
or you can stop by in person to grab one! Camp runs from 8 am to 4pm Monday through Friday, with an extended day option until 5pm. Here is the info you need
to reserve your child's spot:
- $50 deposit per week of camp you want them to attend;
- Milford residents: $150 per week;
- Non-Milford residents: $160 per week;
- Single Day fee:$60 per day;
- Extended day 4- 5pm: $15 per day.
Field trips include Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park, Water Wizz, Canobie Lake Park, Pinz, Skating, Hopkinton State Park, Paw Sox Game and Onset Beach! The first day of camp will be
July 9th and go until August 24th for ages 8-14. For the calendar of activities and more information, click
here. For the registration form, click
here.
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End of the Year After School Party!
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We had a spectacular end to the 2018 after-school program, which included a dunk tank, obstacle course, jumpy, snacks, music, crafts and the MYC Seaver Scholarship presentation! We would like to thank all of the volunteers who came out to spend the afternoon with us: Kim Wach, Darlene and John Dulude and Victoria Chimeno. Also thank you to Jeannette Schorn who donated chips for the party. A special thanks to Dave Sebastian from Wayside who did spin art with the kids. They absolutely loved it.
We would also like to thank Debbie Seaver who came and presented Shane Cosquete and Kayden Kelly with the MYC Seaver scholarship.
Thank you to our Board members who attended the presentation as well! Finally, thank you to all of our wonderful staff, each and every day you make the day a success. Without the help of our dedicated staff and volunteers these special events would not be possible. We are so appreciative and are looking forward to working with you again in the new school year!
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75 Youth Participate in the
MYC Youth Fashion Show!
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We would like to thank everyone that helped make our 8th Annual "Dressed Up, Not Messed Up," Fashion Show a success this year! This year we had 75+ youth participants in the event! We would specifically like to thank: T.J.Maxx of Milford, Jackie's Boutique, Dr. Robyn Bratica, the MYC Youth Council, McKeon Dance & Gymnastics Center, Chair Secrets by Meredith Carbary, The Chop Shop, Jay's Classic Barbershop, New Generation Barbershop, Milford TV, Milford Pizza Palace, Courtney LeBlanc, Jane Newman, Joe Graziano, Lisa White, Ron Taylor, Sandra Caproni, Sandy Gray, John & Darlene Dulude, Sean Brennan, Tracy Andreotti, El Shaddai's Hair Braiding, Gails Hair Care Center, Stella Dieci Spa & Salon, Tina Shuker, Elissa Hayes, Justin Romero, MYC staff and all the amazing youth participants!
 Through this event we look to raise awareness about underage drinking and help teens become better informed about the dangers of alcohol so they can make healthy decisions throughout life. We also hope this event helps to increase youth self-esteem and attitudes toward their body image. Thank you all so much for coming out and supporting our cause, the youth center and the youth of Milford! For more pictures of the event, click
here.
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$1,000 Donation from Milford Rotary Club!
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Every year we receive donations that help make camp available for local youth in need! It is possible to sponsor an individual camper or a family!
We would like to extend a huge thank you to the the Milford Rotary Club for the most recent contribution of $1,000!
Please contact us if you would like to participate at 508-473-1756!
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$3,000 Grant from Greater
Worcester Community Foundation!
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The Youth Center is excited to announce that we received a $3,000 grant from the Greater Worcester Community Foundation and the Worcester County Food Bank Fund to End Hunger to purchase a mobile salad serving bar and a mobile electric hot food buffet table, used to serve nutritious foods to program youths, as well as youths and families taking part in our annual holiday dinners & events! It's due to the generosity of local individuals, businesses and organizations, like the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, that we are able to continue to offer free after school programming, an affordable summer camp, and provide a safe and fun environment for the youth of Milford! Thank you and we cannot wait to incorporate these into our next year's After School Program! Also, thank you to Tillrock Consulting for collaborating with MYC staff on this grant!
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Join the MYC as an SCI AmeriCorps Member!
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 The MYC is looking for a new
Social Capital Inc. AmeriCorps member, for a new position starting in September! Apply now!
When you join AmeriCorps, you use your energy, ideals, and talents to help others. Plus, you'll earn money for education, learn to be a leader, and gain real job skills. SCI AmeriCorps members aim to build social capital in their communities through civic engagement opportunities, while gaining valuable experience in the process!
The SCI AmeriCorps program supports youth success by increasing volunteerism and providing leadership training and community service opportunities for youth. The goal of the SCI AmeriCorps program is to connect youth with relationships, experiences and resources they need to succeed. Members implement volunteer outreach and capacity building activities that increase volunteer participation, and provide leadership training and community service opportunities for youth.
SCI AmeriCorps members are placed into one of two teams, Volunteer Outreach Coordinators and Youth Leadership Coordinators. We are currently filling positions that will serve 1700 hours from September 2018 to June 2019.
The MYC is looking to fill a Youth Leadership Coordinator (YLC), whose mission is to increase the capacity of host sites to implement social capital building, youth engagement and community service-learning as strategies to achieve high educational outcomes.
If you are interested, please review the position descriptions and send a cover letter and resume to the program manager at
[email protected]. For more information and full position description below, visit
here.
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MYC Youth Council Final Updates!
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The 2017-18 school year has come to an end! The MYC Youth Council finished up in June with a demonstration led by Sarah Freeman. The demonstration was of a game called, "Zombie Tag." The point of the demonstration was to spread awareness and teach kids how to be inclusive of children who have autism while playing with one another! Sarah explained to the kids the importance of notifying the child's parent and/or guardian of the game as they usually know the comfort levels and triggers of their child with autism. Overall, the kids received lots of helpful information that they can spread to their family members, friends and peers! At their last Youth Council meeting, members decided to head over to Simply Orthodontics, Milford to support one of our local business and neighbors! Simply Orthodontics held their Summer Kickoff Extravaganza, where there was free ice cream, face painting, chalk drawing, crafting, coloring, music, costume photo props and more!
 Now that it is summer vacation time, the MYC Youth Council members are also on break! While they will reconnect over the summer during the telethon, group time will be severely missed! However, we do have next year! Keep an eye out for the MYC Youth Council members during the telethon! Some will help host, others will volunteer throughout the day. If you can, swing by Milford TV-our site and TV host for the telethon! There will be fun activities going on and of course, there will be food! The telethon will be held on Saturday, September 15th! Tune into Milford TV to view! Keep an eye out for times and channels!
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Just Us Next Fall for MYC Kid's Play Group!
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Thank you to all families who attended our MYC Kid's Play Group! Each week was filled with fun new activities, crafts and snacks. We will be taking a break for the summer but the group will continue in the fall once school starts back up. We hope everyone has a fun and safe summer! Don't forget to check in with us in September when the group starts up again!
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MYC Adult Open Gym Will Continue in July!
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Adult Open Gym will continue into July, after the July 4th week! We will start again on July 11th on Wednesday's from 7pm-9pm. This is only open to adults (18+). You will have to fill out a waiver your first time participating, along with providing a license and/or ID. Milford residents will be charged $3 each and out-of-town participants will be charged $5 each week. For any questions, please call Center at 508-473-1756. There will be 3 Wednesday's in July and we will keep you posted about the rest of the summer.
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MYC Thanks Community for Donations:
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The Youth Center would like to extend a very appreciative thank you to the following list who donated items and/or their time this month to the Center:
- Ted Stearns-coordianting concussion surveys with the kids and providing bike helmets to two raffle winners.
- Waters Corp & Christine Farricy-donating multiple sets of dumbbells to help our kids fitness classes.
- E Board BVT-donating toiletries items to be given out for kids and families.
- Maldonado Family-donating youth toys, girls dress up clothes and more clothes.
- Sarah Freeman and Milford TV-for putting on the Zombie game to include kids with autism.
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 Ron Auger-for cpr books and training our Summer camp staff.
- Shannon Nisbett-YMCA Summer Food Program training for Summer Camp staff.
- ERA Key Realty Services-Claudia, Donna and Linda for coordinating getting new basketballs.
- Beverly Hart-donating 10 bags of craft supplies.
- ANP Bellingham Energy LLC and Vistra Energy-donating a laser jet printer and ink.
- Schorn Family-donating snacks for our end of the year party.
- Danielle Sarkisian-donating boys and girls clothes.
The Youth Center relies on donations to help sustain our programs! Please contact the Center if you would like to donate!
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NEW Teachers Driving Academy (TDA)
Registration Info:
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 The TDA is accepting registrations for the 2018 school year! The Milford Youth Center is pleased to partner with Teachers Driving Academy to offer students a great program, at a reasonable price, with added convenience of taking classes right at school!
We are very grateful for this collaboration and support!
- This classroom registration price INCLUDES the fee that must be paid to the RMV for the teen's driver's education certificate. THIS IS A FEE THAT THE RMV MAKES ALL DRIVING SCHOOLS COLLECT ON BEHALF OF THE TEENS who complete driver's education.
- You are now able to pay the $119.00 fee here! We not longer collect payments at the Youth Center.
- For more information, please visit the TDA website here.
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Rentals Available at MYC!
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The Milford Youth Center is available for rental purposes. The rooms we have available to rent as of right now are the gymnasium and/or stage area, conference room and batting cages. We do require an application to be filled out 3 weeks prior to your event and must comply with our rules and regulations. All information required must be submitted prior to the approval of your request. Please contact, Assistant Director Katie Covell
here or at 508-473-1756 for more information. All booking for rentals are by appointment only!
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MYC Apparel Available Online!
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 Want some awesome Milford Youth Center gear? We made it easier for everyone to purchase MYC apparel?!
Go online now and order whenever you want! We have sweatshirts, pants, t-shirts, hats, tang tops, blankets and socks available!
Don't see something you like? Email us and we will add It if we can.
For every purchase made, 10% comes back to the Youth Center.
Thank you in advance!
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Milford Youth Center
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July 2018
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