Summer/Vacation Programs

Seekers of Knowledge Inc

Location

11 A Torrey Street

Dorchester, MA, 02124

United States

42° 17' 15.72" N, 71° 4' 18.84" W

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Mailing Address (if different than physical location):

Seekers of Knowledge Inc
P.O. Box 240082
Dorchester, MA 02124

Phone:

617-379-2421

Email:

crea8tivityspeaks@aol.com

Website:

http://www.seekersofknowledgeboston.net

Mission:

Our mission is to support the development of young girls through the arts of creative expression, academic support, and social/emotional development. We instill in each seeker the importance of encouragement, understanding, team building, respect, discipline and community service.

Key Programs Offered:

Summer Arts Series 2010
Monday July 5 - Friday August 27 (8 weeks)
8:00 am - 6:00 pm: 10 hours eah day

Registration fee for Summer Series 2010 is $50/child. The registration fee will hold your daughters slot and is not included in the Summer Series fee. Applications will be available on the website effective February 16, 2010. Applications will be available for pick up at on site effective March 6, 2010. Registration fee must be paid before or by May 7, 2010, to hold your slot. Program includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack, Summer Series Costume, All Field Trips (except family trip in August).

Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston: Blue Hill Club

Location

15 Talbot Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02124

United States

42° 17' 40.4196" N, 71° 5' 12.6852" W

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Phone:

617-474-1050

Email:

smclellan@bgcb.org

Website:

http://www.bgcb.org/

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Ages 6-12: Monday-Friday 1-6PM
Ages 13-18: Monday-Thursday 1-8PM, Friday 1-10PM

Summer Day Camp Hours:
Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM
Pre-Camp 8AM-9AM
Extended Day 5PM-6PM
Ages 6-12

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Scott McLellan

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

General membership: Call (617) 474-1050

To register for summer camp:

All interested families must attend an orientation session. Schedule as follows:

March 29th-April 2nd: Summer Camp orientation for CURRENT MEMBERS ONLY
May 3rd-May7th: Summer Camp Orientation OPENS to the PUBLIC (you must attend one of these sessions to be eligible for camp)
Orientation times:
May 3rd, 6PM
May 4th, 6PM
May 5th, 12PM and 6PM
May 6th, 6PM
May 7th, 12PM and 6PM

Deadlines:
June 18th: ALL SESSION 1 AND 2 APPLICATIONS AND FEES MUST BE TURNED IN BY THIS DATE
July 16th: ALL SESSION 3 AND 4 APPLICATIONS AND FEES MUST BE TURNED IN BY THIS DATE

Charge for services:

Club membership is $25/year. Summer program is $150/child for two week sessions, $75/child for one week session (last week of camp only). Pre-camp care: $25/session/child. After-camp care: $25/session/child. Non-members must also pay $25 summer membership fee. Non-refundable $25 application fee. Financial aid is available.

Key Programs Offered:

During the school year, members may drop in at any time. Activities include arts and crafts, a clay studio, cooking, dance, music lessons, tutoring, life skills development, aquatics, football, basketball, karate, computers, and more.

Summer:
Three two-week sessions and one one-week session
July 6-16: Around the World and Mad Scientist
July 19-30: Eco Explorers and Sports Week
August 2-13: Water Works and DaVinci
August 16-20: Camp Olympics

Scholarships available:

Yes, financial aid is available. Request an application at orientation.

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Community Center

Last Updated:

04/23/2010

MetroLacrosse

Location

150 Mt. Vernon St Suite #2

Dorchester, MA, 02125

United States

42° 19' 16.1904" N, 71° 2' 56.2344" W

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Phone:

(617) 288-9898

Email:

DHoffman@metrolacross.com

Website:

http://www.metrolacrosse.com/

Mission:

MetroLacrosse is a non-profit organization whose mission is to address the social and economic disparities that exist in urban settings by inspiring personal, educational and athletic success among urban youth and teens.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Dave Hoffman

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Ages 9-18

Charge for services:

No

Last Updated:

02/23/2010

Dorchester House Multi-Service Center

Location

1353 Dorchester Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02122

United States

42° 18' 15.48" N, 71° 3' 36" W

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Phone:

617-288-3230

Website:

http://dorchesterhouse.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Monday-Thursday
8:00am-9:00pm

Friday
8:00am-5:00pm

Saturday
9:00am-1:00pm

Mission:

Our Mission:
To be an essential resource for our community in its efforts to achieve the highest levels of health, well-being and quality of life for its residents.
To provide affordable, accessible and exceptional health care and other essential services in an environment that respects our consumers, staff and diverse community.
To be a leading force for change in the health, economic and social well-being of our community

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Joel Abrams

Key Partners:

Codman Square Health Center, DotWell, SCI

Brookview House Inc

Location

2 Brookview Street

Dorchester, MA, 02124

United States

42° 17' 18.7764" N, 71° 5' 24.5724" W

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Phone:

617-265-2965

Email:

ddepina@brookeviewhouse.org

Website:

http://www.brookviewhouse.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Summer Youth Program (Ages 6-12)
M-F: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Charge for services:

Yes - Summer Youth Program $240/2 week session

Key Programs Offered:

Affordable housing services, training and education (help moms develop skills so they can support their families), youth development, homelessness prevention and stabilization.

Above & Beyond Programs
Homework support, creative expression, arts & crafts, oral discussions, reading & writing assignments, technology and math exploration, field trips, dance & step, and snacks.

Scholarships available:

Yes

Vouchers accepted:

Yes

Last Updated:

02/22/2010

Perkins Community Center

Location

155 Talbot Ave

Dorchester, MA, 02124

United States

42° 17' 33.5364" N, 71° 4' 49.0476" W

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Phone:

(617) 635-5146

Key Partners:

Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Joseph Lee Elementary School
Lee Academy Pilot School
Codman Square Library
DotWell

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

For Adult Education, including GED and ESOL classes, contact Papa Diop at (617) 635-1894. Drop-in registration every first and third Wednesday of the month.

For all other after-school, summer, and recreation programs: call the front desk at (617) 635-5146

Charge for services:

Varies by program

Key Programs Offered:

School Age Child Care After-School and Summer Program
Perkins Piranhas Swimming After-School Program
FANtastic Kids Fitness and Nutrition Program
Homework Help
Swim team
Open Gym
Dorchester Adult Literacy Coalition site

Vouchers accepted:

Yes

Transportation provided:

No

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Community/Cultural Center

Last Updated:

04/15/2010

Healthworks Foundation Fitness Center at Codman

Location

450 Washington St

Dorchester, MA, 02124

United States

42° 17' 45.1824" N, 71° 4' 19.686" W

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Phone:

(617) 825-2800

Website:

www.healthworksfoundation.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Monday
6:00am – 9:00pm
Tuesday
6:00am – 9:00pm
Wednesday
6:00am – 9:00pm
Thursday
6:00am – 9:00pm
Friday
6:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday
8:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday
Closed

Mission:

The Healthworks Foundation provides a fun, safe, and supportive environment in which women can become empowered to take control of their physical and emotional wellbeing. The member/scholarship program gives women free access to the environment needed to develop the whole woman- mind, body, and spirit. Healthworks Foundation understands that gaining access to fitness is the first step for many women towards empowerment. Since this is often a difficult step, it is crucial for women to obtain support.

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Please call for more information!

Charge for services:

Yes

Scholarships available:

No

Vouchers accepted:

No

Transportation provided:

No

Number of people served each year:

over 1000

Community Meeting Space Available:

No

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Health Center

Last Updated:

10/29/2009

Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester: Walter Denney Youth Center

Location

270 Mount Vernon Street

Dorchester, MA, 02125

United States

42° 19' 9.318" N, 71° 2' 46.0356" W

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Phone:

617.822.3701

Email:

Office Manager Tara Lewis, tlewis@bgcdorchester.org

Website:

www.bgcdorchester.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

September 8 - July 1
Bantams/Cadets/Juniors – Monday – Friday 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Intermediates/Seniors – Monday - Friday 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Closed Saturday and Sunday.

July 7 - August 15
Bantams/Cadets/Juniors – Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Intermediates/Seniors – Monday – Friday 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Mission:

To inspire and enable all young people, from diverse circumstances, to realize their full potential by providing opportunities for personal growth to become contributing, caring and responsible members of the community.

Our Boys & Girls Clubs Provide
A safe place to learn and grow.
Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals.
Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences.
Hope and opportunity.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Bob Scannell- President & CEO; Katherine Parker- Director of Resource Development

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Membership in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester is open to all children between the ages of 6 and 17. Our Club has an "open door" policy. Members are well supervised while in the program areas, but may come and go as they please. The membership fee for all ages is just $5.00 per year, or $10.00 per year for immediate family members registering at the same time. All members must furnish proof of age when signing up.

Bantams: ages 6 - 7 (limited membership; no drop-in, programmed activities only.)
Cadets: ages 8 - 9
Juniors: ages 10 - 12
Intermediates: ages 13 - 15
Seniors: ages 16 – 17
Orientation
After registering, members must attend a member's orientation. Parents are encouraged to attend as well. The orientations are held according to the following schedule:

Fall 2008 – Spring 2009 (September 8 – July 1)
For the Marr & McLaughlin Buildings (Deer Street & Dorchester Ave.)
(Held in the Marr building lobby)
4:00 – Monday - Friday

Summer 2008 (July 5 – September 8)
For the Marr & McLaughlin Buildings (Deer Street & Dorchester Ave.)
(Held in the Marr building lobby)
9:15 – Friday
9:30 - Monday & Wednesday
4:00 – Monday - Friday

Charge for services:

$5

Key Programs Offered:

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester offer club members the chance to participate in programs that foster the intellectual, artistic and athletic interests of its members. Each program is age appropriate, supervised, structured and most importantly - designed to accommodate the wide variety of learning styles, social skills and intellectual abilities that our children bring to the Club each and every day. Members are grouped according to age and interests with activities falling into the following categories:

Triple Play – A comprehensive wellness program that weaves physical fitness, nutrition, stress reduction, healthy lifestyle choices together by drawing upon the 200+ programs that take place at the Club

The Arts – Painting & drawing, sculpture, photography and digital design

Music - Comprehensive music program including instruments, voice, and dance lessons. Partnership with Berklee College of Music

Education - Daily homework help, one-on-one tutoring, reading & writing enrichment, MCAS & SAT preparation

Life Skills - Leadership groups for 13-17 year olds (Keystone Club) and 10-13 year olds (Torch Club) teach civic responsibility and pride

Technology - Three computer learning centers, each with 10 computers, are available to members for educational and research purposes

Athletics - Basketball, hockey, soccer, baseball, track, volleyball, gymnastics, Judo and more

Aquatics - Organized swim teams, swimming lessons and drop-in swimming for all ages and levels

Social Recreation - Chess and other strategic board games, puzzles, pool, foosball, and movies

Career Service – Career preparation, placement and guidance for teens seeking employment support

Child Care - Licensed care for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers; after-school care for children ages 6-12

Scholarships available:

Yes

Vouchers accepted:

Yes

Transportation provided:

No

Number of people served each year:

501-1000

Community Meeting Space Available:

Yes

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

Private Building

Last Updated:

10/23/2009

Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester: Paul R. McLaughlin Youth Center

Location

1135 Dorchester Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02125

United States

42° 18' 43.1208" N, 71° 3' 26.8236" W

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Phone:

617.288.7120

Email:

mjoyce@bgcdorchester.org

Website:

www.bgcdorchester.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

September 8 - July 1
Bantams – Programmed activities only; Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cadets - Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Juniors/Intermediates/Seniors – Monday - Friday 3:00 PM – 8:45 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM

July 7 - August 15
Cadets & Juniors
Session 1– July 7– July 25; 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Session 2 – July 28 – August 15 ; 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Bantams
Session 1 Morning – July 7 – July 25; 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Session 1 Afternoon – July 7 – July 25; 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM
Session 2 Morning – July 28 – August 15; 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Session 2 Afternoon – July 28 – August 15; 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Intermediates/Seniors
Monday - Friday 11:00 AM – 10:45 PM; Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:45 PM