Eureka Teen Center
Our Mission
We empower youth to reach their full potential as responsible, caring and productive citizens through professionally led programs and activities that are fun, positive and relevant in a safe, supportive and healthy environment.
Location
3015 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501
Contact
Unit Director:
Kenny Williams
Phone: (707) 444-0184
Email: kwilliams@bgcredwoods.org
Hours
School Year:
Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm
Summer:
Mon-Fri 12pm-6pm
Join Us
Register now online or stop by the Teen Center or Admin Office at 939 Harris, Eureka
About Us
Our Eureka Teen Center serves Teens in grades 6th through 12th. We are open Monday through Friday, and offer numerous programs, activities and special events.
We pride ourselves in continuing to offer a safe place for Teens to learn and grow.
Click the button below for Teen Center calendars & schedules, news, updates and more. (coming soon!)
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
For Kids and Teens of All Ages and Interests.
Explore innovative programs designed to empower youth to excel in school, become good citizens and lead healthy, productive lives.
The programs listed below are offered at Eureka Teen Center.
Art Club
Eureka Teen Center Art Club
Garden Club
Learn how to start and care for a garden! Grow fruits, vegetables and flowers. Thanks to Ami Wruck’s help, the Teen Center has a beautiful new garden!
Girl Space / SMART Girls
A health, fitness, prevention/education self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls.
Jerry Activity
Trivia with Jerry
Keystone
A dynamic program that allows teens the opportunity to gain valuable leadership and service experience. Activities are conducted in three areas: academic success, career exploration and community service.
Mentoring
Members are offered the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a mentor to discuss pressing issues and life goals.
Nutrition Club
Members learn about healthy meal planning, time management, and how to use kitchen utensils.
Passport to Manhood
Promotes and teaches adolescent males to transition from boyhood to manhood, and helps boys to understand and manage physical changes in their bodies.
SMART Moves
Members will be exposed to various activities designed to strengthen their decision-making and critical thinking skills, as well as learn how to avoid and/ or resist alcohol, tobacco and drugs, and premature sexual activity.
Meet the Teen Center Keystone Club!
Hey Parents, Guardians & Members
November is right a round the corner so get ready for a delicious Thanksgiving feast with turkey, dressing, stuffing and desserts.
All parents and guardians are encouraged to come in and check out our programs and activities at the Teen Center, and ask staff any questions that you may have. Come see some of the many programs we offer, such as Smart Moves, Triple Play, Girl Space, Art, Gardening, Culinary Club plus games and activities that we run throughout the day.
Be on the look out for these upcoming events next month.
November 7 Election Day
November 16 Family Dinner Night 6-7pm
November 20 National Child Day
November 23 Thanksgiving
Sincerely,
Kenny Williams
Program Director
(707) 444-0184
kwilliams@bgcredwoods.org
Calendar
Fall Brochure
Member of the Month
January
Angel is one of the teens that participated in all of the activities and many of the programs: Triple Play, Cooking Club, Passport to Manhood, Jerry Activities and Keystone. Outside of the Club, Angel hangs out with friends and family members and also loves to play ping pong and loves to listen to different genres of music.
February
Terrell participated in all of the activities and most of our programs like Triple Play, Cooking Club, Passport to Manhood, Jerry Activities and Keystone. He loves to play pool at the Club. He was our pool champion this month and is still holding the title currently. Outside of the Club, Terrell hangs out with his five siblings.
March
Kylee participates in all of the activities and some of our programs. After being surrounded by like-minded individuals, she has started to open up more and partake in programs such as Girl Space, Triple Play and Music Club. Outside of the Club, Kylee likes to write music and play different instruments in her spare time.
April
Angel is one of the teens that participated in all of the activities and many of the programs: Triple Play, Cooking Club, Passport to Manhood, Jerry Activities and Keystone. Outside of the Club, Angel hangs out with friends and family members and also loves to play ping pong and loves to listen to different genres of music.
May
Mushi is one of the teens that participated in all of the activities and most of our clubs like Triple Play, Cooking Club, Jerry activities and Keystone. Outside of the Club Mushi likes to hang out with friends and family. Mushi currently holds the strongest leg press at the Eureka Teen Center and can’t wait until Triple Play starts up again to get the other awards.
June
Bodhi participated in all of the activities and in most of our programs, such as Triple Play, Cooking Club, Jerry Activities and Keystone. Outside of the Club, Bodhi likes to hang out with friends and family. In his free time, Bodhi enjoys listening to music and swimming in the river at Pump One in Arcata.
July
Brody is one of the teens that participated in all of the activities and most of our programs, such as Gardening Club, Cooking Club, Passport to Manhood, Jerry Activities and Triple Play. Outside of the Club, Brody hangs with friends and family members and also loves to play on his new gaming system.
August
Caitlin is one of our model teens and is a leader in several programs, such as Keystone, Girl Space, Summer Brain Gain and Cooking Club. She has been here at the Eureka Teen Center for quite some time now. Caitlin has three younger siblings and loves to do art. She is competitive in outside activities and is loved by many of her peers here at the Club. She is punctual, very helpful and is on the path for Jr. Staff.
September
Kara is one of our model teens and is a leader in a few programs, including Girl Space and Cooking Club. She is the oldest of three siblings and has been a member of the Clubhouse and Teen Center for years now. Kara enjoys art, playing pool, and she loves to cook food in Cooking Club. Outside of the Teen Center, Kara loves hanging out with her family and new sibling.
October
Joseph participates in all of the activities at the Teen Center and in most of our clubs such as Gardening, Cooking Club, Triple Play and Music Club. Outside of the Club he hangs out with a lot of the boys that attend the Teen Center. Joseph also enjoys riding bikes around Eureka with the boys and listening to music.
November
Lily is one of the newest members of Keystone and one of the most outstanding members we have here at the Eureka Teen Center. She is in a handful of programs, will get active when it’s time to go outside and is a great friend to many here at the Club. Lily is always ready to speak up for herself and others and always willing to help staff when needed.