February Resources and Opportunities

In This Issue

YOUTH SPOTLIGHT AWARD WINNER: JAYLIN GREEN

Jaylin Green is a senior at City Roots Alternative High School at West Roxbury Academy, whos personal struggles fueled him to make a change in his community. Jaylin has held the position of Peer Educator with the Start Strong Program through the Boston Public Health Commission, which aims to prevent teen dating violence and promote healthy relationships, since the program began in 2008. Since then, Jaylin has been working hard to engage his peers in conversations about healthy relationships, and for a senior in high school, that takes a lot of courage. He manages to connect with any age group, even the overly energetic 12 year old. Jaylins outreach has not stopped there, however. He has realized that as issues of the world and times change, so do the approaches taken to connect with youth. With his innovative ideas, Jaylin has taken on an additional role as the program's "Event Guru" and created a Fashion Show to further raise awareness on teen dating violence for an even wider audience. Jaylin's devotion to Start Strong can also be seen through the help he has given to the program's new campaign, "Engaging Men and Boys," as he has facilitated focus groups and aided in marketing efforts aimed at helping young men understand the intersection between gender and teen dating violence.

Youth Spotlight Award BYF Summer Jobs Summer Job Tips Black History Month Featured Programs Jobs & Volunteering Tutoring Programs Apply Now Health & Sports For Girls Only Family Fun Early Childhood College Planning Youth Workers

Upcoming Events View All Events on City Calendar Hatha Yoga Class Tues, Feb 5 6:30-7:30pm BPL Fields Corner

Branch Creative Drama @ the Library Fri, Feb 15 3:30-4:30pm BPL Brighton Branch Teen Manga/Anime Club Thurs, Feb 21 2-4pm BPL Hyde Park Branch Wii Gaming Fri, Feb 22 3:30-4:45pm BPL Lower Mills Branch At the Movies the Beatles Wed, Feb 27 3-5pm BPL West End Branch Teen Room Games: Board Game Thursdays Thurs, Feb 28 2-5:30pm BPL Central Branch

The phrase about the butterfly effect a once small butterfly making a huge difference, although clich, applies very much to Jaylin. Now, his actions will be noticed by more than those who have had their lives positively affected by Jaylin. Congratulations to Jaylin Green on winning the Mayors Youth Councils Youth Spotlight Award for Leadership! Written by Ben Haideri, Mayors Youth Council Roslindale Representative

BYF HOPELINE SUMMER 2013 JOB APPLICATIONS

Don't forget to apply to the HOPELINE to be considered for employment with the Boston Youth Fund for the summer of 2013! All applicants must be full time residents of Boston and be between the ages of 15 and 17 years old. You must turn 15 on or before Jul 7, 2013 and cannot turn 18 on or before Aug 16, 2013. Register online 24 hours a day from Feb 1 at 10am until Mar 3 at 11:59pm or call 617-635-HOPE (4673) on Feb 19, 20 & 21 from 10am2pm. Applying with the HOPELINE does NOT guarantee a summer job. Please call the Boston Youth Fund with any questions, 617-635-4202. Also, see a list of sites that offered HOPELINE jobs last summer. www.bostonyouthfund.org

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SUMMER JOB TIPS

Important Summer Job Tips for Boston Teens:

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Start planning now! If eligible, apply for the BYF HOPELINE open NOW, even if you are unsure about having a summer job. Save your tracking number in your

summer job, summer program, and camp registration, all beginning now! Boston Youth Zone Stay updated on February break activities for all ages! Boston Centers for Youth & Families Learn about events translated into multiple languages! Mayor's Office of New Bostonians

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Stay updated on summer job applications and apply directly to worksites! @BostonYouthFund

cell phone or write it down. Increase your chances of getting a job by applying directly to sites. The website has a list of Summer Work Sites who have secondary applications that require your BYF tracking number. www.bostonyouthfund.org If eligible, apply for ABCD SummerWorks open NOW. Supply all required financial info requested. www.summerworks.net If you attend a BPS High School, connect with your Private Industry Council (PIC) Career Specialist who can help you with your resume, job interview skills and job search. www.BostonPIC.org Start networking and let people know you are looking for a job. Talk to past programs and employers to see if they are hiring. Check out opportunities like taking a Red Cross Life Saving Course. Update or create a Resume to be able to share with potential leads. See Teen Resume Guide If you are not old enough to work yet or are looking for other opportunities, consider volunteering, applying for summer programs, or courses that may even have scholarship opportunities. Find programs at www.bostonnavigator.org or soon in BPSs Summer Stuff publications. Call the Mayors Youthline for resources: 617-635-KIDS. Sign up for the Boston Youth Fund Facebook page to get updates on opportunities all month long. www.facebook.com/mayorsyouthboston

Find out about tutoring programs, scholarship deadlines, free things to do, and more! @BostonYouthZone Follow the new City Hall to Go as it makes its way around Boston! @CityHallToGo

For more tips and links to the above resources check out Job Tips for Boston Teens.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Black History Month at the BPL: Celebrate Black History Month at the BPL with events ranging from film showings to African mask making. Also, be sure to check out the annual Black is booklist. For a full list of events visit www.bpl.org. Central Library Film Series: The Central Library will host a trio of Monday evening films celebrating African American Actors with screenings of To Wong Fu, The Preachers Wife, and Hotel Rwanda. The films are shown at in Rabb Lecture Hall on Feb 4, 11, and 25 at 6pm. www.bpl.org Dudley Branch Film Series: The Dudley Branch of the BPL will host a Wednesday afternoon film series this month. All films relate to the theme at the crossroads of freedom and equality and will be shown at 3pm on Feb 6, 13, 20, and 27. 65 Warren St., Roxbury. www.bpl.org Black Heritage Trail: The Black Heritage Trail is a walking tour that explores the history of Boston's 19th century African American community. During the winter season, you can participate in the online tour! www.afroammuseum.org/trail.htm Museum of African American History: Explore the history of African Americans from colonial times through now. This month will feature a number of concerts and exhibitions. Admission: $5. www.afroammuseum.org African-American Patriots Tour: The Freedom Trail Foundation has a tour that takes visitors to historic events of the American Revolution. Explore the contributions of African Americans, and hear the tales and poetry of 18th century Bostons African American writers. Tickets: $7-$13. Fri-Sun during Feb, 12:45pm. www.thefreedomtrail.org BlackHistory.com: This site is the largest online encyclopedia and social networking site dedicated to black history and culture. Users can browse through a collection of African American profiles and interact with thousands of people contributing to African American history today. www.blackhistory.com

FEATURED PROGRAMS
Boston R.O.C.K. It!!! Launch into Summer: Learn about youth opportunities for summer 2013! R.O.C.K. IT!!! is a fun event with special guests, youth performances, and resources to help young people prepare for the summer! All Boston residents welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Feb 20, 11am-1pm. Emmanuel College, 400 The Fenway. 617-635-4920, www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf

Check Out What Boston Centers for Youth & Families Has to Offer During February Break!: Participate in one of the many programs and activities offered by BCYF during February School Vacation. Play sports, go on field trips and more! Check their website soon to see what your community centers are offering or check out the 2012-13 Program Guide. www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf Winter Vacation Exploration Week: K.E.W is hosting a week-long, jammedpacked program through Feb Break for youth ages 6-12. Kroc Center in Dorchester. Marisol, Marisol.Ayala@use.salvationarmy.org, 617-318-6965 February Vacation Teen Scene: The Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester is hosting a series of FREE events for teens over break! Come enjoy movies, fields trips, torments and more! Events run from Feb 19 - Feb 22! www.bgcdorchester.org Feb Vacation Fun @ the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester: The Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester is offering cooking, swimming, music, art, and much more 8:30am-5pm, Feb 19-22. $20 registration ASAP required. kvo@bgcdorchester.org, 617-288-7120 Boston ParkSCIENCE Children Festival: The Boston ParkSCIENCE Children Festival will provide children with indoor and outdoor science-related activities. Franklin Park Golf Course Clubhouse, Feb, 20, 10am-12pm www.cityofboston.gov/parks Winter Photography Workshops: The Pics in the Parks free winter photography sessions will take place Sundays in Feb, 11am-12pm. Open to all ages and skill levels. Participants will learn techniques for taking impressive photographs of Bostons scenic parks as well as be given a theme to focus on each Sunday. www.cityofboston.gov/parks The sessions will be held in various Boston parks with the following dates and locations:

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3 Lagoon Bridge, Boston Public Garden 10 Christopher Columbus Statue, Christopher Columbus Park, North End 17, Jamaica Pond Boathouse, Jamaica Plain 24, Kelleher Rose Garden, Back Bay Fens

Youth Leadership Program Information Session: Hyde Square Task Force is holding an information session for current 8th graders interested in learning about their Youth Community Development programs. As a youth leader youll become community educators, identify problems in your community and create solutions, and prepare for college. Feb 20, 3pm. HSTF Youth Community Development Center. 617-522-8303 x353, www.hydesquare.org Audition for True Colors: Youth ages 14-22 who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or straight allies are invited to audition for True Colors: Our Youth Theater. Students will be paid for participating! Feb 12,

6pm. 617-661-1600, truecolors@thetheateroffensive.org Boston City Lights: Receive FREE performing arts training and a performance opportunity for children in the Greater Boston Area. Several styles of dance, vocal, and acting are taught. 617-695-2856, http://bostoncitylights.wordpress.com/ Urbano Project: Apply now to get paid for your art! Urbano Project empowers urban teens and professional artists to create social change through participatory works of contemporary art and performance. www.urbanoproject.org Boston Architectural College Summer Academy Open House: BAC will hold their Winter Pre-College Open House for their Summer Academy. Learn about scholarship opportunities, design projects, field trips, and architectural problemsolving skills you'll gain working in the BAC studios. Feb 9, 1012pm www.thebac.edu/summer Harbor Discoveries Summer Camp: Participants going into grades 4-10 grade can apply now for a hands-on, field-based marine science camp! Scholarships also available for Boston residents for those going into grades 4-7, with applications available during February vacation week! www.neaq.org/camps Camp IF: High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors can apply now for a FREE 5-day retreat! This retreat brings teens from all religions to participate in bridge building workshops. Participants will learn to foster a positive social change in their community. Kellen Pilsbury, 617-406-6345, Kpilsbury@adl.org MFA Teen Studio Art Classes: The MFA offers studio art classes and workshops taught by experienced artists. The program includes classes on drawing, figure drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture and more. Ages 12-18. Limited scholarships available. www.mfa.org/programs/studio-art-classes Mildred Ave Drum and Drill Troupe: The Mildred Ave Community Center is looking for dancers and drummers ages 8-18 to join the Mattapan Drum and Drill Troupe. 617-635-1328, MildredAvenueCC@cityofboston.gov Boys Glass Art Entrepreneurship Program: Participate in glass art and entrepreneurship classes and learn to make PowerPoint presentations, business cards to use when selling your glass art. Earn up to $1,000. Must be a Boston resident between the ages of 13-16. Application process begins in Feb until May 1. Bird Street Community Center, Dorchester. Joyce, 617-282-6110 x13, jcrawford@birdstreet.org Boston Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services: BPS serves nutritious meals at low or no cost to all students. Get the most value for your dollar by completing a Free and Reduced Price meal application: https://apps2.mybps.org/mealapps/lfserver/EFORM_ENG. Universal Free Breakfast is now available at all Boston Public Schools, including 28 schools recently added. Learn more and subscribe to the blog:

www.bostonpublicschools.org/meals. MIT STEM Program: The STEM Program provides current 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th graders who attend public school in Boston, Cambridge or Lawrence with engaging experiences in science, technology, engineering, and math in a FREE 5-week program! Applications available now. http://mit.edu/stem, stem@mit.edu, 617253-8052 Winter Art Workshops for High School Students: The Art Institute of Bostons Pre-College Program is offering 7-week courses for college credit and non-credit in the visual arts this fall. All levels welcome. Scholarships available. Winter courses Feb 23-Apr 13. Linda Harris, 617-585-6724, www.lesley.edu/aib/curriculum/precollege.html Oiste?: The Latino Civic Education Initiative is offering various programs for Latinos in the Boston area. They promote the principles and practice of democracy and offer leadership development, civic education, and more. 617-426-6633, www.oiste.net Cambridge Science Festival Advisory Board: Apply to be part of the teen advisory board that helps develop and implement Festival programming that will target middle/high school students. Requirements: High school students willing to attend monthly meetings. To apply: Peg, plegendre@gmail.com, 617-817-8856 Hyde Square Task Force Enrichment Program: HSTF is accepting applications for their enrichment programs: music clubhouse, community dance classes, and summer rhythms. Rolling admissions.617-524-8303, http://hydesquare.org/programs/youth.html Goodwills Youth Mentoring Program: Youth ages 12-17 are welcome to join a mentoring program featuring field trips, volunteer opportunities, homework help and more. Larry, 617-541-1226, lmerritt@goodwillmass.org Boston City Singers Chorus Training Programs: There are openings for the courses taught to 7-18 year olds. If you have a passion about singing APP this program has a sliding scale tuition rate to make sure no child is turned away due to financial funding. 209 Ashmont St, Dorchester. Jane Money, 617-825-0674, www.bostoncitysingers.org

JOBS & VOLUNTEERING

ABCD SummerWorks Registration Open NOW: Get an early start applying for a summer job with SummerWorks. Apply online 24 hours a day and follow the step-by-step instructions (requires a working email account). Read and complete the application with a parent or guardian. A complete application includes a signed application, CORI form, checklist, and eligibility documentation.

You can also apply in person at your local neighborhood ABCD office. Applicants must be residents of Boston, be between the ages of 14 and 21 years old, and be income eligible. Submitting an application does NOT guarantee a summer job. 617-348-6548, www.summerworks.net BYF Job Fair for Teens: Boston Youth Fund is hosting a job fair for teens ages 15-17! More than 100 organizations will be present to talk about summer jobs for teens. Computers will be available for students to sign up for the Hopeline. Some organizations will conduct interviews on site so please bring an updated resume. Feb 16, 11:30am-2pm. Central Library, Copley Square. www.bostonyouthfund.org Green Ambassador: If you are 15-18 years old and from the Greater Boston area, this is a PAID opportunity for you to be involved in an environmental stewardship that would allow you to do public outreach, develop leadership skills, learn science, and explore the Boston Harbor Islands. Apply now: www.thompsonisland.org/youth-programs/youth-jobs-programs. Deadline: Mar 26. Olga, 617-830-5120, ofeingold@thompsonisland.org Artists for Humanity: AFHs youth-run micro-enterprise employs city teens to work in a variety of art media learning new skills, making art, and performing creative design services for business clients of AFH. Participants also earn a starting wage of $8.00 per hour for up to 9 hours per week during the school year. Requirements and applications: www.afhboston.com/highschool Company One: Company One is seeking actors for How We Got On. Cast receives a stipend. Auditions (by appointment) will be held Sat, Feb 2, 10am2pm. Actors should email their resume, digital headshot, and prepare a 2 minute monologue. auditions@companyone.org EPIC Service Warriors: Youth with disabilities ages 16-23 can participate in this community service and education program. Service Warriors learn more about local communities and develop practical skills to help them develop as leaders and pursue future goals. Program meets a minimum of once a month for one year. Apply: www.epicleaders.org. Jeff, 781-388-4340, jlafata@epicleaders.org Greater Boston Food Bank: Fight hunger by volunteering to clean, sort, box, and weigh food for distribution throughout the greater Boston region. www.gbfb.org Teens in Print: Ever dreamed of seeing your name in print? Use the power of the press to cover topics important to teenagers and visit great venues like Fenway Park in both paid and unpaid summer positions. Apply: www.writeboston.org . Ric Kahn, 617-541-2651, ric.kahn.jcs@cityofboston.gov Volunteer Nights: Volunteer at Bikes Not Bombs by preparing donations for their programs by flattening bikes, stripping bike, and sorting parts. Thurs, 7-10pm. https://bikesnotbombs.org/

Boston Cares: Make a difference in your community by volunteering! Register with Boston Cares, and youll become a part of the many service projects that advocate for community enrichment, health & wellness, homelessness/hunger, environment and more! www.bostoncares.org Teen Resume Guide: Whether you have had lots of jobs or are getting ready for your first volunteer experience, this resume guide has tips for you. Start off your job or volunteer hunt on the right foot! www.cityofboston.gov/youthzone/JobsInternshipsAndVolunteering Boston PIC: If you attend a BPS High School, connect with your Private Industry Council (PIC) Career Specialist who can help you with your resume, job interview skills, and job search. 617-524-5224, www.BostonPIC.org

TUTORING PROGRAMS
Extra Help: Extra Help is the weekly television series providing homework help to Boston students. Every Tuesday from 5-9pm, elementary, middle, and high school students can watch and call Extrahelp on Comcast 9, RCN 15 to receive "live" homework help from BPS teachers. Call 617-708-3290 to get your math, reading and language arts questions answered! www.bnntv.org Homework Help at BPL: Students in grades K-8 can get free after-school homework help in all subject areas at any library branch. Academic support and mentoring are also available. Mon-Thurs, 3:30-5:30pm. Weekend hours at Central Branch only; Sat, 12-4pm; and Sun, 1-5pm. 617-859-2382, www.bpl.org/boost Boston Teachers Union Tutors: Students in all grades can receive homework help and tutoring from Boston Public School teachers. Tutoring at Boston Public Library branches from 4-6pm. Days vary by branch. www.bpl.org/boost BPL Teen Blog: Check out the latest book reviews and information on upcoming events at the library along with job and test prep help: www.bpl.org/teens 826 Boston Tutoring: This non-profit organization offers youth in grades 1-12 one-on-one tutoring and homework help in any subject. Students can register to receive help from a trained tutor. Sat, 1-3pm for students ages 12-18. www.826boston.org/programs Salesian Boys & Girls Club of East Boston: Offers supervised homework help for youth in all grades, and tutoring in math, biology, and chemistry for students in grades 6-12. FREE to all members. 617-567-6626, www.SalesianClub.com Youth Tutoring Youth: In this FREE after-school tutoring program, South Boston students in grades 3-6 are able to receive one-on-one help in math and language

arts. Program runs every Mon-Thu, 2:45-6pm. Labour Center, 275 West Broadway, South Boston. 617-464-8575, www.ccab.org Boys and Girls Club of Roxbury: The B&G Club offers homework help, test preparation, and tutoring for free to youth ages 6-18. Must be a B&G Club member. 617-427-6050, www.bgcb.org After-School Program Homework Center: The Allston/Brighton APAC offers its residents ages 5-12 academic assistance in reading, math, geography, and writing. Program runs until 6pm and cost is based on income. No deadline. 617782-6068, www.allstonbrightonapac.org

APPLY NOW
Project Success for High School Students: A program for Boston and Cambridge high school students to participate in paid, mentored, summer research internships at Harvard Medical School. Students must have completed junior or senior year and have a B- average. Deadline: Feb 8. Sheila Nutt, 617-432-4634, Sheila_nutt@hms.harvard.edu Yawkey Scholar Program: This program helps talented and motivated disadvantaged young people meet the rising costs of undergraduate education. A 4-year renewable scholarship is provided to high school seniors in MA planning to attend private colleges in MA. Awards average $12,500/year. Deadline: Feb 15. www.tpi.org/resources/yawkey_scholars_program.aspx Cambridge Science Festival Curiosity Challenge: Youth ages 5-14 are invited to write an essay or a poem, draw or take a picture of your curiosity and tell how it prompted you to explore the world to be entered to be honored at the Curiosity Awards. Deadline: Feb 8. www.cambridgesciencefestival.org Freedom House PUSH: The PUSH program is a year-round program for high school students that promote a college-ready culture through individual counseling, partnerships with institutions such as UMass Boston, a school year program with academic enrichment, and an intensive summer learning institute. Ongoing enrollment. 617-445-3700, www.freedomhouse.com/index.html Katies Krops: Youth age 9-16 can win a grant to start a vegetable garden and feed people in need. The winner receives a gift card to a garden center in their area up to $400, support from Katies Krops, and a digital camera to document the garden and harvest. Deadline: Feb 12. cory@katieskrops.com, www.katieskrops.com/apply-for-a-grant.html ASPIRE's Asian American Women's Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to two Asian American young women entering their first years in a two or four

year college in the amount of $1,000. Awardees should demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to make a meaningful impact in the Asian American community. Deadline: Mar 15. Apply: http://girlsaspire.org. scholarship@girlsaspire.org

HEALTH & SPORTS

Rob Gronkowski's Football Clinic: Learn from a pro! This opportunity is open to youth ages 7-14. Everyone who attends will receive a FREE limited edition t- shirt, a team photo with Rob, and an authentic autograph from Rob. Citi card members have the opportunity to purchase early registration and receive an additional autographed photo of Rob. Cost $150. Bishop Fenwick High School. www.citiprivatepass.com/landing/rob_gronkowski.html Seasonal Influenza Shots: Annual outbreaks of the seasonal flu usually occur during the late fall through early spring. Protect yourself by getting the flu shot. The Public Health Commission will be posting locations that offer free vaccinations. Visit www.bphc.org/flu to find a location near you. BCYF Swim League: Join the BCYF swim league and compete in local meets! Meets held Fridays. Contact your local BCYF pool. 617-635-4920, www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf Group Swim Lessons: Youth ages 6-15 can apply for group swim lessons at the Kroc Community Center. Various lessons available based on level of experience with swimming. Program starts Feb 21. Deadline: Feb 7. www.boston.salarmykroc.org Healthworks Youth Fitness: Children can learn yoga, good sportsmanship, teamwork, and more. Ages 5-8 from 5-6pm and ages 9-12 from 67pm. Enrollment fee: $15. 450 Washington St, Codman Sq. 617-825-2800 Tennis for Everyone Saturdays: FREE drop-in tennis clinics, drills, and games for youth ages 5-18. Just wear sneakers. All other equipment is provided. Saturdays 3-5pm, Melnea Cass Recreational Complex. Ongoing enrollment. 617427-8900, info@franklinparktennis.org

FOR GIRLS ONLY

Girls LEAP: Girls LEAP is hiring Teen Mentors to work this school year $8.00/hour, 2-8 hour per week positions combine being an assistant teacher in self-defense programs, attending meetings, and doing outreach events for Girls LEAP. Girls LEAP programs are taught by teams of adult women, college-aged women and teen-aged girls. Deadline Feb 7. Christina@girlsleap.org, 617-514-

4285 Funday at the Fieldhouse: Little Sisters is offering FREE workshops to middle and high school girls on sports, nutrition, and more. There will also be doubledutch, step, and refreshments. Mon, Feb 18, 1-5pm. Melena Cass Recreation Center. Register: score4more617@gmail.com. Healthy Girls, Healthy Women: A peer-education program focused on healthy eating, physical activity, body image and healthy relationships, is looking for community host sites for their FREE workshops. Interested programs should provide an all-female space for workshops for ages 12-18 to participate in the entire 4 workshop series. Peer Leaders will conduct these fun, interactive workshops in Feb. Conny, cmorrison@hria.org , 617-279-2240 x377 Young Womens Group: Offering retreats, field trips, discussions about selfesteem, teen pregnancy, and more. Bird St. Community Center, Dorchester. Alicia, 617-282-6110, alinton@birdstreet.org Goodwills BNY Mellon Academy for Girls: This program encourages academic achievement, leadership development, civic engagement, and career success in girls ages 10-18 from communities surrounding Goodwills Roxbury headquarters. Mon-Fri, 2-6pm. 617-541-1212, jrobinson@goodwillmass.org

FAMILY FUN
Winter Activities Brochure 2012-2013: Find out whats going on in Boston this holiday season! Some events include holiday strolls, open studios, tree lightings, and local festivals taking place in different neighborhoods now through Feb. www.cityofboston.gov/arts Keystone National Conference Fundraiser: Support your local neighborhood kids by going ice-skating! Come out and enjoy a day of ice skating with the family and help them raise funds to attend the Keystone National Conference. $20/person, $50/family; includes skate rentals and hot chocolate. Feb, 20, 7-9pm, Neponset Rink, Dorchester. www.bgcdorchester.org Strand Boston Ballet: The Strand Theater will host an Evening of Dance and Boys in Motion by the Boston Ballet. Performances will include a range of repertoire including classical and contemporary works. FREE admission. Feb 15, 7pm. www.strandboston.com New Academy Estates 2nd Annual Talent Show: The New Academy Estates Youth Board is having their 2nd Annual Talent Show on Feb 15. Admission is FREE. Tina Pimentel, 617-442-3565 Frog Pond Skating Academy: Frog Pond campus offers classes for kids and

adults of every age and ability at the Frog Pond. For a schedule of classes and registration forms, please visit www.skatingacademy.org, or 617-78-SKATE. DCR Ice Skating: The Department of Conservation and Recreation welcomes all patrons to another season of ice skating at its DCR rinks. From the Jim Roche Community Ice Arena in West Roxbury to the Murphy Memorial Rink in South Boston, there are 10 different DCR locations in Boston. For public skating hours, directions, and more information, go to: www.mass.gov/dcr/recreate/skating.htm USS Constitution Tours: Enjoy free, guided tours of Old Ironsides with the whole family. Tours last about 30 min. Thursdays-Sundays, 10am-3:30pm. Charlestown Navy Yard. 617-426-1812, www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org Egleston Farmers Market: Visit Jamaica Plains first indoor, seasonal market featuring local food makers, produce, artists, and more. SNAP/EBT welcome. Saturdays, 10am-noon. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, Jamaica Plain. www.eglestonfarmersmarket.org Dorchester Winter Farmers Market: Bring the whole family to check out fresh, local food and activities for all ages! Sundays, through Mar 24. Codman Square Great Hall, Dorchester. http://dotcommcoop.wordpress.com

EARLY CHILDHOOD
Friendship Group: Toddlers in grade 1-3 can learn about social skills, disability, how to help others and how to be a great friend! Tuesdays starting Feb. 5, 4pm. Dorchester Boys and Girls Club. Dianne, dlescinskas@bgcdorchester.org, 617288-7120 Indoor Play Space: Drop-in playtime for children ages 15 months to 3 years old. Young children can explore the gym equipment, listen to stories, complete an art project, and much more! Thursdays, 10-11:15am. Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester. 617-288-7120, bgcdorchester.org Kindergarten Readiness Nights at the Childrens Museum: Kindergarten Readiness Nights feature hands-on activities that encourage children to use skills they will need in kindergarten. Admission $1 per person. First Friday of every month, 6-8:30pm. Boston Childrens Museum, 308 Congress St. 617-426-6500, www.bostonkids.org Countdown to Kindergarten Play to Learn Playgroups: Boston children ages 1-3 can sign up to attend free parent-child playgroups during the school year. All caregivers are welcome to help in building a community of supportive peers, fostering nurturing behaviors, and helping children learn skills for success in school. Rosa, 617-635-9288, www.countdowntokindergarten.org/playtolearn.html

Mama & Me: Toddlers and their parents can enjoy interactive art and creative movement classes. Now accepting registrations for winter classes. 617-477-3432, www.mymamaandme.com One Tough Job: The Massachusetts Children's Trust Fund knows how hectic the life of a parent is, so they provide parents with the expert information, tips and support to be the best parent they can be. www.onetoughjob.org

COLLEGE PLANNING
Financial aid and Scholarship Fair: At this FREE college fair, students and parents are welcome to learn about how to prepare financially for college, how to understand FAFSA, and local scholarships and programs. Feb 9, 10am3pm. Tobin Community Center, 617-635-5216 Lets Get Ready: Free SAT Prep program open to juniors and seniors who have qualifying financial need. Spring programs run from Feb-May at various locations. Students are prepared to take May 4 SAT. Program partners with an area colleges for 9 weeks and meets 3 hrs, twice a week. 617-345-0085, www.letsgetready.org uASPIRE: Formerly known as ACCESS, uAspire provides free financial aid advising to nearly 40,000 Boston students. From advice on filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to tips on applying for scholarships, you can get answers to all your college affordability questions. 617-778-7195, www.uaspireusa.org TERi College Access: TERi advisors provide free, one-on-one guidance and resources to make planning and paying for college as simple as possible, with topics on scholarships, choosing prospective schools, and majors. Advisors are fluent in a number of foreign languages. TERi has a site at the Copley BPL Higher Education Center and at several branch libraries and schools. 877-332-4348, www.tericollegeplanning.org Bottom Line: Bottom Line helps students get in to college, graduate, and go far in life. To be eligible for Bottom Line's FREE one-on-one, year-long college application and financial aid advising services, you must be a Boston resident and have at least a 2.5 GPA. If you are a high school junior in the class of 2014, learn about eligibility requirements and apply at: http://bottomline.org/forstudents/student-application.aspx. City of Boston Scholarship: If you are a resident of the City of Boston, have a High School Diploma or GED, and plan to pursue higher education at a postsecondary institution in Massachusetts, apply to receive the City of Boston Scholarship. Deadline: Apr 1. www.cityofboston.go/scholarship Boston Scholarship Guide: The Mayors Youthline is currently in the process of

updating all local, college, and national scholarships. Please see our updated scholarships here: www.cityofboston.gov/youthzone/collegeguide/scholarships.asp. For a complete, not updated list: www.BostonScholarshipGuide.com Common Application: This college admission application is available online and in print and is accepted at more than 450 colleges! www.commonapp.org

YOUTH WORKERS
BCYF Camp HubNob: HubNob will bring together great music, food, supportive community sponsors, partners and friends to enjoy the rich culture of Boston's neighborhoods at the House of Blues. All proceeds generated from this event will support Boston Centers for Youth & Families programming in the areas of Arts, Education, Civic Engagement & Leadership and Sports, Fitness and Recreation that serve more than 90,000 Bostonians yearly. Feb 7, 7-10pm. www.hubnobboston.com Adoptive Families Together (AFT): Join AFT parent-run, confidential groups to share personal concerns around adoptive parenting. AFT offers FREE education, advocacy, training, and support to families, professionals, and communities about the adoption experience. We also welcome adopted individuals, birth parents, foster parents and all those with a connection to adoption. These are ongoing, FREE groups that meet once a month. www.mspcc.org/aft Update Your Programs on BOSTONavigator: Make sure youth, parents, guidance counselors, and youth workers can find your program on BOSTONavigator by keeping your information updated. This also allows for more accurate search results throughout the website. www.bostonavigator.org Rate Your Program on BOSTONavigator: Tell your past program participants to use BOSTONavigators ratings feature! Encourage them to complete a review of your program to get the word out about your work and help other youth connect to programs that will benefit them. www.bostonavigator.org Do You Want to Add Information to the Boston Youth Zone Newsletter?: If you would like to add information about your program, please email Youthline@cityofboston.gov by the 23rd of each month. Please include details about the program, cost, location, and who someone should contact for more information.
The Mayors 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 If you have submissions for the Boston Youth Zone E-Newsletter, please email them to Youthline@cityofboston.gov by the 23rd of

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