On Wednesday, January 25, Dennis Yang, founder of Papa Didos Foundation, exercised and read with 3rd and 4th graders during Healthy Habits. Yang, who has run across the country and written 100 children books, spoke to members about the importance of education and health. Members had a great time running relay races and playing games before reading one of Papa Dido’s newest books, “The Tenth Floor.” READ MORE
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Joy for Jessie was inspired by 12 year old Jessica “Joy” Rees who decided to spread joy to kids at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County while she fights her own inoperable brain tumor. Torch Club wanted to help Jessica’s dream of reaching children across the United States with her JoyJars. In order to help Jessica raise the money necessary to fund this project, the Torch Club has stepped in to do several fundraisers on her behalf. So far, the Torch Club has sold hot chocolate, cupcakes, cookies, and chocolate covered banana’s. The goal for the project is to donate 500 dollars to cover the costs for 25 jars. Each member has even asked if they can just donate their own money. READ MORE
The Show titled “Milk and Cookies : Storytellers” was a wonderful event created from the collaboration of the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, a children’s boutique clothing brand Mini & Maximus, Art4T a local unique gallery, Active Ride Shop. The day consisted of an art contest and show by kids with three talented winners, crafts, music, an art auction, and a holiday boutique. READ MORE
Over the past month, Club Members have had the opportunity to explore their artistic community. Beyond the Box Club had the unique privileged of touring Fuse Digital Marketing headquarters for some career exploration. Photography Club went to ART4T Gallery to check out The Story Tellers Art Show. Members left both locations inspired and a little more knowledgeable about how art can shape future careers. READ MORE
More than 100 people came to see what their children do while in the caring hands of the TLC Staff. Parents were introduced to the techniques their kids learn during Image Makers Photography and were AMAZED at their pictures. They spoke with staff members and discussed the various programs we offer here at TLC. Natalie showcased the garden and Brennan talked about his Music Club and invited several Dads’ to “jam” with the kids some time. Everybody enjoyed a pasta dinner and homemade cookies. Those who couldn’t pull their child away from the TLC fun, stayed to play Parents vs. Kids Jeopardy. Parents put up a good fight, but the kids walked away victorious. The wonderful night couldn’t have ended better. Thanks to all the parents, staff, directors and Board Member who showed up! READ MORE
On Thursday, November 17, the Woodard family traveled to Los Angeles for the long anticipated Fit Family Challenge Finale. This year’s Challenge helped five families from across the country incorporate principles of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s (BGCA) Triple Play program into their lives over a period of six weeks. Mario Lopez, BGCA alum and host of the nationally syndicated daily show EXTRA, crowned the Porter family, from Wisconsin, as the winners based on their ability to increase their physical activity, make healthier nutrition choices and spend more quality time together. The event celebrated the Challenge finalists and put them to one last test as each family completed a race of exercise, games and healthy eating. The winning family was awarded a healthy family vacation to Colorado Springs to visit the U.S. Olympic Training Facility in 2012. The other four families also received prizes, including Microsoft’s Xbox Kinect system. READ MORE
Club Members created unique one of a kind ornaments, which included used water bottles, ceramic self- portraits, and masterpieces painted on glass globes. The club’s community tree and all the festivities can be seen at Sawdust Winter Fantasy. READ MORE
