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AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
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This program does not meet on City holidays, school holidays,
school in-service and operates during the traditional school year
(unless noted below).
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Registration is taken on a first-come, first-served basis and a wait list will
be taken after capacity is reached. Space is limited, register early.
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All locations offer extended care for early release days on Wednesdays at
1:30 p.m. at $12 per participant per month.
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Participants must bring their own snacks.
STAR After-School Program
STAR After-School Program Recreation staff conducts drop-in after-
school activities for youth 5 - 12 (up to 6th grade) years old to promote
and enhance self-esteem in a supervised environment. Activities
include intramural sports, games, dance, cheer, homework assistance,
and computer activities. On Wednesday early release days, program
will begin at 1:30 p.m) Participants must bring their own snacks. No
classs 5/16 and 5/26
AGES 5 - 12 (up to 6th grade) $45/session ($67.50 Non-Resident)
Kids in Action After School Program
Recreation staff conducts after-school activities for youth 5 - 12 years
old to promote and enhance self-esteem in a supervised environment.
Activities include STEAM, games, homework assistance, and computer
activities. Note: This program does not meet on City holidays, school
holidays, school in-service and/or minimum days and operates during
the traditional school year. Registration is taken on a first-come, first
served basis and a wait list will be taken after capacity is reached. No
classs 5/16 and 5/26
AGES 5 - 12 (up to 6th grade) $65/session ($97.50 Non-Resident)
additional sibling rate $30/session ($45 Non-Resident)
Locations: Bourns Family Youth Innovation Center
& Orange Terrace Park
Sessions:
Apr 1 - 30 May 1 - 30 Aug 11 - 29 M - F M - F M - F 3 - 6 p.m.
3 - 6 p.m.
3 - 6 p.m.
additional sibling rate $22.50/session ($33.75 Non-Resident)
Locations: Bordwell, Nichols, Reid, La Sierra, and Villegas Parks
Sessions:
May 1 - 30 Aug 11 - 29 M - F M - F 3 - 6 p.m.
3 - 6 p.m.
Lincoln Park offers FREE
drop-in after school activities.
Lincoln Park M W 3 - 6 p.m. (or until dusk)
PROJECT HOPE
The Project Hope program promotes and encourages youth ages 12-
17 to volunteer at various events. Members meet weekly to discuss
upcoming activities and brainstorm on new projects to increase
community involvement. Members can add their volunteer experiences
on to their college applications and work resumes.
Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to, tutoring,
coaching, community cleanup events, assisting at marathon events,
and assisting at city-wide special events.
AGES 12 - 17 FREE
Location: Arlanza Community Center
Ongoing Every Wed 6 - 7 p.m.
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.
Join us for an enriching experience that supports personal growth and
fun! For more information, please call 909.826.2272 or email at yoc@
riversideca.gov. No class 5/16, 5/26
AGES 12 - 18 FREE
Location: Johnny Sotelo Youth Opportunity Center
Sessions:
May 1 - 30 Aug 11 - 29 M - F M - F 3 - 6 p.m.
3 - 6 p.m.
community center activities
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