Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County Invites Community to Experience the Magic Inside the Club

April 19, 2012 - PRLog -- Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC) is joining other Boys & Girls Clubs across the country in opening its doors to the community during the annual celebration of National Boys & Girls Club Week (April 15-21). For more than 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs have celebrated this week in a variety of ways to support the organization’s overarching goal of helping all children achieve a great future.

On Saturday, April 21, BGCMC will open its doors to the community for visitors to learn how Clubs encourage youth to be great – all while having fun. This is a free event and visitors will have a chance to participate in various activities with young people to promote Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. There will also be live performances, a resource fair, prizes and lunch will be provided.    

WHEN:
Saturday, April 21, 2012
11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

WHERE:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County
1332 La Salle Ave.
Seaside, CA 93955

COST:
This is a free event.  Lunch will be provided.

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About Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC) has played an integral role in the community for over 43 years. With Clubhouses in Seaside and Salinas, BGCMC provides youth between the ages of 6-18 an afterschool safe haven where they are mentored to achieve academic success, acquire healthy lifestyles, and develop good character and citizenship. Over 95% of the total budget comes from generous individuals, corporations and foundations. The Clubs are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. during summer and school breaks, and from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. when school is in session. Additional information is available at www.bgcmc.org or via phone at 831-394-5171.