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Youth Opportunity Center
951.826.2272 | 2060 University Ave
The mission of the Youth Opportunity Center is to EMPOWER
teens and young adults by providing SUPPORT , MENTORSHIP ,
and DEVELOPMENT in life skills, committed to fostering hope and
creating opportunities through equity, unity, and diversity.
Riverside County
Food Handlers Card
The purpose of the food handlers card training program is to prepare
food handlers to enter the workforce by providing the required food
safety information as specified by regulations of the workers’ state or
local government.
LOCATIONS: Youth Opportunity and Solander Youth and Family
Resource Center
FALL 2025
Classes
Check out the latest FREE classes
and activities online at
RivReg.org or scan the QR code
Youth Opportunity Center • YOC
2060 University Ave. | 951.826.2272
M - Th Noon - 7 p.m.
F Noon - 6 p.m.
Solander Youth & Family Resource Center • SRS
7801 Gramercy Pl. | 951.826.2272
M - F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Community Center
Programming:
Sep 8 M 3 - 6 p.m.
Oct 6 M 3 - 6 p.m.
Nov 10 M 3 - 6 p.m.
Dec 8 M 3 - 6 p.m.
Standing on Business
This one day program focuses on helping young people develop the
critical workplace skills that will make them stand out to employers.
Through practical training and hands-on experience, participants will
learn how to effectively navigate the job application process, build
strong professional habits, and confidently enter the workforce.
Sep 22
F
4 - 6 p.m.
Oct 20 F 4 - 6 p.m.
Nov 17 F 4 - 6 p.m.
Dec 8
F
4 - 6 p.m.
Volunteens
The Youth Opportunity Center is recruiting teens who are interested
in volunteering opportunities and experience. This will promote
and allow teens to build interpersonal skills and give more to their
community. For more information, contact YOC@riversideca.gov.
MONDAY - SATURDAY
Teens in Action
The Youth Opportunity Center offers drop-in after-school activities for
teens in grades 7-12, designed to boost self-esteem, encourage social
engagement, and develop essential soft skills. In a safe and supervised
environment, teens can enjoy a variety of activities including cooking,
games, tutoring, arts and crafts, job readiness, and computer projects.
Participant packets provided at center. No Class 9/1, 9/12, 10/13,
11/6-11/7, 11/11, 11/24-28
Aug 11 - 29
M - F 3 - 6 p.m.
Sep 2 - 30 M - F 3 - 6 p.m. YOC
Oct 1 - 31
M - F 3 - 6 p.m.
Nov 3 - 21 M - F 3 - 6 p.m. YOC
Dec 1 - 22
M - F 3 - 6 p.m.
YOC
YOC
YOC
Art Effect
Discover your voice through art in this fun, hands-on class where
everyone belongs. Try your hand at painting, spray paint, drawing,
and other creative activities while learning new skills and making
something you’re proud of. No experience needed — just bring your
ideas, and we’ll provide the rest! No Class 11/11
Aug 5 - 26 T u 4 - 5 p.m. YOC
Sep 2 - 23 T u 4 - 5 p.m. YOC
Sep 30 - Oct 28 T u 4 - 5 p.m. YOC
Nov 4 - 25 T u 4 - 5 p.m. YOC
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