February Activities and valuble resources for Teens and family members
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 February Youth Resources & Opportunities
 HOPELINE |
SUMMER JOB REGISTRATION: SAVE THE DATE AND TELL A FRIEND! 2008 HOPELINE INFORMATION Mark your calendar and do not forget to register with the Hopeline to work for the Boston Youth Fund during the summer of 2008! All applicants must be residents of Boston and be between the ages of 15 and 17 years old. You must turn 15 on or before Jul 6, 2008 and cannot turn 18 on or before Aug 15, 2008.
Call on Feb 19,20,21 from 10am-2pm and Feb 26 from 4-8pm. Also, you can register online 24 hours a day from Feb 19 at 10am until Mar 19 at 11:59pm. Registering with the HOPELINE does NOT guarantee a summer job. Please call the Boston Youth Fund with any questions, 617-635-4202. Flyers in many languages are available. Also see a list sites that offered HOPELINE jobs last summer. www.bostonyouthzone.com/teenzone/employment/byf |
 MAYORS YOUTH
COUNCIL |
Now accepting applications for the 2008-09 Mayor's Youth Council: Are you a high school sophomore or junior who wants to make a difference in your community? Each year, teens from all over the city are selected to outreach to peers, advocate for youth issues, and meet with city officials. Applications available at www.bostonyouthzone.com/myc. Applications due Apr 17. For more information, call 617-635-2240, youthcouncil@cityofboston.gov |
 OUR VOTE MATTERS |
Do not Forget to Vote in the Feb 5 Presidential Primary Election! Polls open from 7am-8pm. Voters who want to check their voting status online can visit the Election Departments website and click on the link “Voter Registration Search.” By entering a name and birth date, voters can check on their voting status, current registered address, and the location of their polling place. 617-635-3767, www.cityofboston.gov/elections.
Our Vote Matters! Find answers to questions frequently asked by young voters. www.bostonyouthzone.com/myc/pdfs/youth_voting_guide.pdf |
 BLACK HISTORY
MONTH |
Third Annual Black History Month Celebration-"Reaching Higher Ground Race, Justice, and Health”: Listen to Dr. Jones who will discuss the impact of racism on health and well-being, in her presentation, "Addressing the Impacts of Racism on Health: Sparking Collective Action". Also check out more than 40 health and community agency exhibitors while getting free health screenings, food tastings, health workshops for youth, raffle prizes and much more. Feb 2, 12-4pm. Vine Street Community Center, Roxbury. 617-635-1285
Vibrations Art Exhibit: In honor of Black History Month, Mayor Menino and the Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events present "Vibrations," an exhibition of African American Artists presented by curator Meryl Hamilton. The images will be displayed throughout City Hall including the Mayor's Gallery and the Scollay Square Gallery. Through Feb 22. www.cityofboston.gov/arts
Download a 2008 Black Studies Calendar: Celebrate Black History everyday with a 2008 calendar. www.blackinformant.com/pdf_files/Black-StudiesCalendar-2008.pdf
Doll E. Daze: Join Debra Britt in this fascinating program discussing the history of black dolls, and learn to make your own traditional African wrap doll! Feb 9, 1pm. Adams Street Branch Library. 617-436-6900, www.bpl.org
Basketball X-Perts First Annual Black History Month Classic: Come watch Cathedral vs. Lynn Tech, O’Bryant vs. Lawrence, and E. Boston vs. Brighton. Feb 16. UMASS Boston. Game times vary. Khari S. Roulhac, 781-239-2664, www.basketballx-perts.com
Black History Month on Channel 5: Check out Channel 5’s website to take Black History trivia quizzes and learn about notable leaders. www.thebostonchannel.com/blackhistory
Black Pride and the Poets of Hip-Hop: Alicia Jefferson, local poet, leads an exploration of Black consciousness through the lyrics of rap music. Saturdays, Feb 9-Mar 1, 2-4:30pm. Dudley Branch Library. 617-442-6186, www.bpl.org
Black History Month Films: Saturdays at noon. Feb 2, Lady Sings the Blues; Feb 9, Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman; Feb 16, James Earl Jones as Paul Robeson; Feb 23, Their Eyes Were Watching God. Mattapan Branch Library. 617-298-9218, www.bpl.org
African Fashion Show: In celebration of Black History month, authentic African clothing will be modeled and staff, family and friends will perform. Food and other refreshments will be served. Feb 28, 5:30pm. Parker Hill Branch Library. 617-427-3820, www.bpl.org |
 CHINESE NEW
YEAR |
Chinese New Year Parade: Celebrate the Chinese New Year with the City of Boston. Feb 17, 10am-6pm. www.chinatownmainstreet.org/events.html
Chinese New Year Celebration: Celebrate the New Year in the Chinatown neighborhood. 617-635-3911, www.cityofboston.gov/calendar
Chinese Chamber Music: Celebrate the year of the rat with a concert for families. Feb 17, 2:30pm. Rabb Lecture Hall in Copley Central Library. www.bpl.org
Celebrate the Chinese New Year: Make a dragon head puppet out of recycled materials. Feb 19, 2:30pm. Egleston Square Branch Library. 617-445-4340, www.bpl.org
Chinese Lantern Making: Make a lantern with the Chinese Cultural Connection. Feb 16, 2pm. Honan-Allston Branch Library. 617-787-6313, www.bpl.org |
 BOSTON NAVIGATOR |
Are you Looking for an After School Program or Opportunity and do not know where to look? Check out BOSTONavigator to search for youth opportunities all over the City of Boston. Find resources for homework help, sports, music, art and much more. Programs include hundreds of Boston Centers for Youth & Families opportunities at your local community center. Be sure to check out www.BOSTONavigator.org
Do you have a summer program that you want to add to BOSTONavigator.org? Make sure your information is updated or added to BOSTONavigator.org so thousands of families, other agencies and funders know what your organization offers throughout the upcoming summer months. Youth and Families plan for summer very early so make sure your opportunities are listed in the database and the information is up to date.To be listed on BOSTONavigator, programs must be located in Boston, provide supervision for youth ages 5-18, and operate during out-of-school time. E-mail Help@BOSTONavigator.org or call 617-720-1290 x210 to register for a username and password, then log on to enter information about your programs. |
 APPLYING TO
COLLEGE |
The City of Boston Scholarship: If you are a legal resident of Boston, will have graduated from high school or from an accredited GED Program, and are planning to attend a 2 or 4 year post-secondary institution, apply for the City of Boston Scholarship. You may be chosen to receive scholarships for college. Applications due on Apr 2 by 5pm and can be found at www.cityofboston.gov/mayor/scholarship
Higher Education Information at the Hyde Park Branch Library: Get assistance with plans for college or post-secondary education including financial aid forms, scholarships and loans advising. Mondays 12-8pm and Wednesdays, 10am-6pm. 35 Harvard Ave. 617-361-2524, www.bpl.org
Boston Scholarship Guide: Information about hundreds of scholarships available to help you pay for college! www.bostonscholarshipguide.com
Boston Public Schools Career and College Guide: If you are thinking about your college options and career choices, be sure to check out this helpful guide! www.bostonpublicschools.org/bps/collegeguide.pdf
SAT Question of the Day: Need to prepare for the SATs? Sign up to receive official SAT practice questions daily. www.collegeboard.com |
 SCHOOL IS IN
SESSION |
Homework Assistance Program: Students grades 3-12 can get free after school homework help at any library branch Mon–Thurs, 3:30-5pm and Sat, 12-2pm. Free homework help also available online until 10pm each night. Log into http://www.tutor.com.ezproxy.bpl.org/bpl_hwh/ with your library card. 617-859-2212, www.bpl.org
Mass Answers: A librarian is waiting to answer your questions every day, all day, and all night. Check out the 24/7 librarian online and get homework help. www.massanswers.org
Avoid Overdue Fines at the Library: Receive an e-mail notification when your library books are due back. Visit www.bpl.org to register.
Info from Boston Public Schools!: Access important school information. www.bostonpublicschools.org/welcome.htm
Preview Boston Public Schools- It’s Time to Choose: Registration for the 2008-2009 school year begins on Jan 4. Check out the Boston Public Schools guide to the school choice process. http://boston.k12.ma.us/register/
Boston Centers for Youth and Families After School Programs: Check out your local community center to find out about cool after-school programs. 617-635-4920, www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf
Smart is Cool: Boston Learning Center is holding free workshops for parents and teens on student motivation and study skills. Grades 6-12. To bring the workshops to your school, church, or community center, call 617-265-7170. Ayele Shakur, www.student-motivation-for-better-grades.com.
Boston Partners in Education Parent Mentor Training: Participate in a parent workshop that will help you learn skills to support math, literacy, and mentoring in the classroom. No previous tutoring experience necessary. Corry Banton, 617-451-6145, www.bostonpartners.org
Register for a Boston Public Library Card Online! Don’t have a library card yet? Apply online by clicking on "Get a BPL eCard". www.bpl.org |
 EVENTS |
Safe Love- Respect Yourself, Check Yourself: Join SCI Dorchester Youth Council and SCI Dorchester for the 2008 Safe Love dance and health fair on Feb 9, 6-10pm. For ages 14-18. At Dorchester House Multi Service Center. Free admission but tickets necessary and can be acquired from the Dorchester House, Dorchester YMCA, SCI Dorchester , the Uphams Corner Teen Clinic and many more locations. Grace, 617-822-8297, Gejiwale@scidorchester.org
22nd Annual Charles C. Yancey Book Fair: Free books & entertainment. Sponsored by Touch 106.1 FM. Mar 1, 12-3pm. William Reed Auditorium, Grove Hall. 617-635-3131
Cold Stone Creamery: Come celebrate its 4th Birthday in Charlestown. Feb 5, 11am-10pm. A Free slice of cake for everyone. 617-242-0100
Franklin Park Winter Volunteer Day: Help spruce up Franklin Park. Meet at Valley Gates Parking Lot, midway along the main park road. Feb 2, 10am–12pm. 617-282-2881, www.franklinparkcoalition..org
Skate at the Frog Pond: Skate with friends and family at Boston’s Frog Pond through Mar 17! Open Sun through Thurs 10am-9pm and Fri and Sat 10am-10pm. Season Passes and Skate Rentals available. 617-635-2121, www.bostoncommonfrogpond.org
Open Mic Night at ICA: Join the Institute of Contemporary Art on Feb 8, 6-9pm for open mic night. www.icaboston.org
Roxbury Film festivals at ICA: See youth produced films at the Institute of Contemporary Art. Feb 7, 11am & 12:30pm. www.icaboston.org
Teen Film Festival at Cloud Place: Check out the Teen Film Festival Screening on Feb 1, 6-8pm. 647 Boylston St. Boston. www.cloudfoundation.org
A Celebration of the African American Experience through Song, Dance & Spoken Word: OrigiNation presents Our Story. Media Arts Center, Roxbury Community. Feb 15. Columbus Avenue, Roxbury Tickets: $5 students/$8. 617-541-1875.
Rumplestiltskin: Presented by the Lyric Stage Company of Boston. Feb 23 & 24. Ami_Bennitt@lyricstage.com
Me and My Guy Valentine Dance: This dance is open to girls and their fathers, grandfathers, uncles, or other adult male escorts (no “dates”). Dress is semi-formal/formal for all guests. Feb 9, 7-10pm. First Parish Church in Dorchester. 617-436-0527, susanmbrackett@hotmail.com |
 FEATURED PROGRAMS |
Expand your skills, study with professional artists, build your portfolio, earn college credit!: High school students register now for Saturday 4 and 7 week courses and one-day workshops during the Pre-college Winter Program at The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University. Program begins Feb 9. Apply early. Limited financial scholarships available. Kerri Fisher, 617-585-6724.
Pre College Summer Studio at the Museum School: The Summer Studio is a rigorous studio art program for rising juniors and seniors (or youth who are between 16 and 18 yrs old). During the full-time 5-week program, youth explore different media, interact with artists at all points in their careers, and build relationships with other young artists. Limited scholarships available for young artists in the Boston Community. 617-369-3636, www.smfa.edu/precollege
Youth Education Program at Castle Square: Offers FREE SAT Exam Preparation, higher education assistance, career explorations, money management, & apartment hunting, college tours and the opportunity to meet people in charge of admissions. Ongoing every Mon or Wed, 6-7:30pm. Castle Square Technology Center, 480 Tremont Street. Linda, 617-482-4605 |
 PROGRAMS |
Check out Summer Programs at Thompson Island Outward Bound: Participate in sailing, kayaking, climbing, canoeing and much more. Camps in New Hampshire and Boston Harbor. Variety of courses for boys and girls ages 12-17. Financial Aid Available. Space is limited. 617-328-3900 x142, www.thompsonisland.org
Get Published with Teens in Print: Join WriteBoston at the Boston Globe every Tues from 4-6pm and learn about writing for Boston Teens in Print. Don't have time to come every Tues? You can still submit your writing for publication. Write what is going on in your community with essays, news stories, reviews, commentaries, drawings, photos etc. Next deadline Mar 26. Christine.Hayes.jcs@cityofboston.gov, www.bostontip.com
Boston Guide to Youth Services: To find out about after school programming and other cool things to do, check out this list of programs, activities, and events for youth and families in the city over February Vacation. www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf |
 JOBS AND
SERVICE |
Work for the Food Project this Summer: Work for 7 ? (Jun 26-Aug 15) weeks over the summer selling produce, preparing food for soup kitchens and homeless shelters, and learn about issues such as hunger, homelessness and sustainable agriculture. Stipend of $150 per week. Open to youth in the City of Boston and suburbs in the Boston Metro Area. Ages 14-17. www.thefoodproject.org
Teen Voices is Hiring: Work in a journalism mentoring program in downtown Boston. They are interviewing/hiring for the Spring 2008 session! The session is 11 weeks long. Participants are paid a stipend to work at Teen Voices as teen editors in our journalism program! Saun Green, 617-426-5505 x 18
Volunteer with the American Red Cross: Donating your blood is not the only way to help the Red Cross. The Red Cross is currently looking for volunteers in their donor rooms. Jessica, WesterJe@usa.redcross.org
Samariteens Helpline Volunteers Needed: Offer your time to be a caring ear to others in need of your help. Call 617-536-2460 to request a volunteering packet. www.samaritansofboston.org/volunteer.html
Boston Fire Announces Entrance Exam Date: Recruiting efforts have begun for the upcoming Firefighter Exam on Apr 26, 2008. Additional information can be accessed at www.cityofboston.gov/fire, by e-mailing the Boston Fire Recruiting Office at Recruit.bfd@cityofboston.gov or by calling 617-343-3024.
Boston Private Industry Council (PIC): Visit your PIC Counselors at Boston Public High Schools to learn about jobs, internships, resume writing and much more. www.bostonpic.org
Teen Resume Guide: If you need help making a resume for potential employment opportunities check out the BostonYouthZone resume guide. www.bostonyouthzone.com/myc/pdfs/teen_resume_guide.pdf
Job Tips for Teens: If you are looking for a job, be sure to check out Job Tips for Teens. Get job ideas for all age groups! www.bostonyouthzone.com/afterschool/employment/tips.pdf |
 APPLY NOW |
VSA arts of Massachusetts, An Artrageous Art Exhibit: Seeking submissions from students in grades preK-12 to represent the abilities of students with disabilities throughout Massachusetts. Deadline to submit work is Feb 29. www.vsamass.org Kati Blair, kati@vsamass.org
Princeton University Summer Journalism Program: Come to Princeton's campus for an intensive, 10-day seminar on journalism. All expenses, including students' travel costs to and from Princeton, are paid for by the program. Open to Current 10th and 11th graders. Applications due Feb 20. For more information and requirements: www.princeton.edu/sjp/
Teen Art Council: Host events with the Institute of Contemporary Art as a member of the Teen Art Council. Applications due Mar 30. Downlaod an application at www.icaboston.org/programs/teens
The League of Women Voters of Massachusetts Citizen Education Fund: Participate in the League of Women Voters Essay Contest. The theme this year is Making Democracy Work: Vote 2008. This contest is open to all Massachusetts students in grades 4-12. Essay question varies by age group. This year there is a question for 18-24 year olds. (open for boys and girls!) Deadline Mar 4. For essay rules http://lwvma.org/EssayContest/Main%20Contest%20Page.shtml. 617-523-2999, lwvma@lwvma.org
Public Health Laboratories: In collaboration with Abbotts Labs are Vital Campaign, APHL is sponsoring a scholarship contest to promote careers in public health laboratory science up to $2500 in scholarship money. The deadline for contest entries is Mar 7. Linette Granen, linette.granen@aphl.org, 985-893-7052 www.labsciencecareers.com/lab_science_careers/scholarship_contest. |
 FOR GIRLS
ONLY |
Future U 2008: Feb 2, 11am-3:30pm. Future U is a free, one-day event to which high school girls in the metro Boston area are invited to take part in interactive seminars exploring various careers. U Mass Boston Campus Center. All metro Boston high school girls, their parents, and counselors are invited and encouraged to attend. jlbfutureu@gmail.com
We Got Next: A FREE after-school program of Fitness, Nutrition, & Friendship for Girls: Ages 10-14. Mon & Wed 4-5:30pm, Feb. 11 - April 9. 3rd Floor of Curtis Hall Community Center (20 South St, Jamaica Plain). Jenny 617-983-6057, jmolina5@partners.org.
Ladies Learning to Lead: A self esteem program teaching life skills, healthy relationship building, etiquette, leadership, beauty, fashion, modeling, dance, arts & more. Girls ages 12-17. Classes held at the Roxbury YMCA. Spaces limited. Susan, 617-416-0284
Girls Softball Clinics: FREE softball clinic at English High School. Feb 19, 20, & 21 4pm - 6pm. Also a FREE softball clinic at the Murphy Community Center Feb 20, 21, & 22, 9am-12pm. 617-635-4920 x2218
Girls Get Connected Conference: Talk about going green with girls in your community. Mar 8, 9-3pm. Held at Simmons College. Dianne Hammer, 617-521-2480 http://www.girlsgetconnected.org/conference.htm |
 SPORTS |
World Series ROCK IT Event: Feb 19, 11am-1pm. Come to the Strand Theatre in Dorchester and learn about positive programming for next summer while seeing celebrity guests, youth performances and free gift bags. For families with children ages 9-14yrs. For questions, call the Mayor’s Youthline at 617-635-2240.
Free Lift Tickets and Equipment Rentals for BCYF Program Participants: In partnership with Blue Hills Ski Area, is offering free lift tickets, free equipment rentals and drastically reduced rates for ski instruction throughout the ski season (ongoing), during off-peak times (Fri. – Sun., from 5-9PM). Mike Devlin 617-635-4920, x 2145.
Free Lacrosse Lessons: Sponsored by Boston Centers for Youth and Families and Metro Lacrosse. Every Tuesday in Feb, 4-6pm at the Vine Street Community Center and 3-5pm at the Marshall Community Center. 617-635-4920 x2228.
Indoor Golf Clinics: Starting the week of Feb 4 in eight different Boston Centers for Youth and Families sites around the city. Junior sessions (7-17 years old) and adult sessions (18+) are available. This is a free, “learn to play” program. Equipment is provided to those who need it. Joe, 617-635-4920 x 2204.
Free Boys' Baseball Clinic & After-school Sports Program: Wed, 4-6pm, Murphy Community Center (1 Worrell St, Dorchester). Ages 11-14. All equipment provided. 617-983-4294, AChmilewski@partners.org.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day at MIT: Free Clinic for 8-14 year old boys and girls. Free online registration only through Feb 1. Onsite registration available. Debra, 617-253-0816, www.mitathletics.com
Boston Bruins Student Offer: Student Tickets available for only $23.50 per ticket for all weekday games. For groups of 20+ people, call Chris Spano, 617-624-1829, cspano@bostonbruins.com
Indoor Street Hockey: Leagues forming now in Charlestown, South Boston, and the North End. 617-635-4920 x2145.
Free Hockey Clinic: The Harvard Women's Hockey team is sponsoring a clinic for kids ages 7-15 with and without disabilities at the Bright Hockey Center at Harvard. Feb 24, 1-3pm. 617-635-4920 x2204. |
 KNOW SNOW |
Sign Up to Receive Know Snow Notifications: Sign up to receive notifications about snow emergencies, parking bans and school cancellations. Choose to get notified by phone or e-mail at www.cityofboston.gov/notification/registration.asp
Boston’s Snow Information and Advisory Program: If you have questions about snow, www.cityofboston.gov/snow can provide information about storm safety, parking regulations, and useful phone numbers. If a snow emergency is declared, Mayor Menino will open the Storm Center in City Hall to answer all storm related questions and requests. The storm centers number is 617-635-3050
Winter Weather Facts: Check out Boston’s guide to important information on winter storms, parking regulations and household heating. http://www.cityofboston.gov/snow/pdfs/WinterBrochure_08.pdf |
 PLANET EARTH |
Get an idea of how much energy you consume each time you use electricity! With this online tool, you can calculate the energy use and approximate monthly cost of several common household appliances, defaulting to typical use and wattage. Check it out at www.nstaronline.com/residential/energy_efficiency/energy_calculator.asp
Ten Ways to Go Green: Looking to take some steps to make your home a little more green? From switching the lights in your home to CFLs to cleaning the coils on your refrigerator, NSTAR has a list of 10 things you can do that will lower your energy use and reduce your impact on the environment. www.nstaronline.com/residential/
GreenTimes Teen Writers Needed: The Urban Ecology Institute’s Greentimes Program is seeking teen writers for its after school environmental science writing program. For students in grades 9-12. Sarah, 617-552-8504, gilbersg@bc.edu |
 FOR YOUTH WORKERS
ONLY |
Leadership Education and Action to Promote Safety (LEAPS) for Young Workers: Recruit a group of 4-6 teens interested in worker safety. Teens and their adult coach participate in the conference. Teams create a community project or event. A stipend and all expenses will be paid for the coach and teen participants. Apr 23, 24 &25. For more information about the conference or to get involved with the conference, Nancy 617-825-7233 x13, nancy.luc@masscosh.org and Ying 617-825-7233 x17, ying.tao@masscosh.org or www.masscosh.org
Add your event to the BostonYouthZone Newsletter: If you would like to add an event to the BostonYouthZone Newsletter, please e-mail a brief explanation of the event to youthline@cityofboston.gov. Please be sure to send it by the 23rd of each month.
Support teachers and students in the Boston Public Schools by becoming an academic mentor to a student who needs some extra help! Boston Partners in Education is looking for volunteers to tutor and mentor students. Previous tutoring experience not necessary. 617-451-6145, www.bostonpartners.org
BOSTnet: Come join your colleagues at the Cambridge/Greater Boston Regional meeting in order to help prepare for Afterschool and Youth Advocacy Day on Feb 7, 10am-12noon. Curry Student Center, Northeastern University! info@bostnet.org 617-720-1290, www.bosteet.org.
Afterschool and Youth Program Advocacy Day: Feb 27, at the State House Grand Staircase. |
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| 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. Call the 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 on the MYC and our projects: www.BostonYouthZone.com/myc
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