McKinleyville
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
1705 Gwin Road, McKinleyville, CA 95519
Contact
Unit Director:
Dallas Winfield-Perez
Phone: (707) 840-0304
Email:
dwinfield-perez@bgcredwoods.org
Hours
School Year:
Mon: 2pm – 6pm
Tues – Fri: 3pm – 7pm
Holiday Schedule:
1pm – 6pm
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
Each day, McKinleyville Teen Center offers a variety of activities and programs that foster community, diversity, smart decision making, a positive self-esteem and kindness. Safety is our #1 priority. We strive to be relevant and inclusive. We work to provide opportunities for youth to grow and succeed. We offer help with school work and encourage youth to value their education. We create fun opportunities for youth to relax and let go, and empower them to reach their fullest potential.
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 McKinleyville Teen Center.
Power Hour
Members receive help with homework, school projects, job applications and resumes.
Cook Masters
Members learn skills in the kitchen and how to create affordable, healthy dishes.
Gardening
Members learn to care for, de-weed, and grow their own gardens.
Photo Club
Members learn basic photography and editing skills as well as travel to scenic locations to take photos.
Girls Group
A health and wellbeing education that increases self-esteem and smart decision making.
Guys Group
A health and wellbeing education that increases self-esteem and smart decision making.
Safe Zone
A safe space for LGBTQ+ members and allies to gather and discuss their lives and learn how to navigate society.
Triple Play
Designed to incorporate healthy habits, emphasizing good nutrition, physical activity, and improving overall well-being.
Youth for Unity
A program that provides the groundwork for youth to better understand diversity and combat the injustices of prejudice and discrimination.
SMART Moves
A critical-thinking and decision making program designed to address bullying, drugs, sexual harassment and more.
DND
Members play Dungeons and Dragons together.
Free Time
Members engage in numerous activities that allow for fun and relaxation.
Art Unlimited
Projects like drawing, painting, print-making and crafting. This club meets every 1st Tuesday of the month.
Cycling Club
Our Cycling Club bikes the various trails in McKinleyville. This club meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month.
The McKinleyville Teen Center focuses on three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. We also provide our members the opportunity to engage in programs that will enable them to develop positive self images and reach their full potential.
Dear Parent(s) &/or Guardian(s),
Hey all! It’s hard to believe we’re already upon the end of 2025. This has been an exciting year for our site and I’m very excited to enter into 2026 with positive energy and even better programming than we had in 2025! Thank you again for everything y’all do!
Upcoming Events
- December 6th – Kohl’s Shopping Spree @ 9AM
- December 22nd-26th – CLOSED
- December 29th-31st – Adjusted Hours 1pm-6pm
- January 1st – CLOSED
- January 2nd – Adjusted Hours 1pm-6pm
Calendar
Winter Brochure
Member of the Month
January
Taliah has become a lot more active around the Club this past month. She has started collaborating with staff to plan activities for both FNL and Girl’s Group. She works hard to maintain good grades in school and has shown to be an impressive writer. She is also a great artist and a great friend to those around her. Taliah is usually either working on homework with her friends or goofing around with them. This past month, she has taken up more responsibilities by joining our Leadership team and attending FNL every week.
February
Nate has come so far since the last time he was Member of the Month. He is always engaged in thought provoking conversations around the Club. He has been collaborating with staff Jake to plan out Guy’s Group activities every week. He brings really interesting topics to the table that keeps everybody engaged, and he’s become much more social around the Club. Nate has shown in the past few months to not be afraid to ask for help when he needs it. We’re all very proud of Nate and are excited to see what he accomplishes in 2025.
March
Roland has grown so much over this past year. He always keeps a positive attitude, making everyone around him laugh and smile. He’s a great friend to everybody around him. He’s so welcoming to new folks and the younger members, and acts as a guide for them in so many ways, whether he’s helping new members find a group to get settled in with or he’s helping regular members navigate their struggles. Roland attends every program and field trip that he can, works with Jake to run our video game club, and he sets the standard for others’ behaviors. He’s an incredible natural leader and we’re all very excited to see what he chooses to do with his life.
April
May
June
Zahdaya sets such an awesome precedent of what it means to be true to yourself and kind. She’s beyond sweet to everybody around her and she never sacrifices her authenticity just to be liked. When she was asked what she knew about herself during a pep talk after she had been bullied, she said, “I’m just a girl who’s trying to make her way through the world and be nice to people.”
July
August
Eris has come a long way since she first started coming to the Teen Center. She’s become so much more social with her peers and staff. Eris has been a lot more open to hard conversations, not being afraid to speak her mind when conflict arises, while still being able to keep her temper under control. August will be her last month at the Teen Center and we’re all really going to miss her. She’s brought an energy to this place that’s lowkey and calm, yet still chaotic and fun. We all can’t wait to see what she chooses to do in her adult life.
September
October
Gabi has been attending at least one program every week this past month. She’s attended the SMART Girls program multiple times as well as FNL and Cooking Club. She’s a stand out member at the Club and is always supporting and advocating for her friends. She’s nice to everybody around her and reaches out to staff independently when she needs extra support. She’s constantly looking for programs and clubs to attend and is consistently asking staff, “What are we doing today?”
November
December
Timber has been one of the most consistent youth at the teen center throughout his middle school years. He started at the beginning of 6th grade and is now halfway through 8th grade. He attends almost everyday and attends Passport to Manhood and SMART Moves every week. He also plays in multiple Dungeons and Dragons groups, including two campaigns at the teen center. He’s always respectful to everyone around him. Staff Jake says, “Timber has shown that he knows how to learn from mistakes and is always an active participant in Club programs which is always great to see!”
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939 Harris St, Eureka, CA 95503
707-441-1030
707-441-1830
office@bgcredwoods.org