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Every day, we check in with staff from different Clubs who share activities for members across all age groups. Today’s list of Fun Friday activities includes Perler beads, stovetop popcorn, trivia, mindful listening, Don’t Rush Challenge, board games, and rebus puzzles.

Friday, May 15, 2020

Welcome to post #39 of Club at Home! Every day, we share content that brings Club programs, traditions, and staff into the homes of members. Our goal is to provide the same fun and educational activities to our Club members and families, even while Clubs are physically closed. 

Today, we check in with staff from our Clubs who share different activities for members across all age groups, including Perler beads, stovetop popcorn, trivia, mindful listening, Don’t Rush Challenge, board games, and rebus puzzles. 

Free walk-in testing is now available at Sportsmen Tennis and Enrichment Center in Dorchester. Click here for more details from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and find additional food, housing, and safety resources. 

For questions and information on resources available to Boston Public Schools families during the school closure, call the BPS Helpline at 617-635-8873, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Help is available in Arabic, Cape Verdean Creole, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese. New BPS policies for learning at home went into effect May 4. You can find information about grading, attendance, schedules, and more in the letter sent to families and staff here.

 

Riddle of the Day
Courtesy of Shari, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club

What’s a sheep’s favorite chocolate bar? 

The answer to yesterday’s riddle: Twos-day! 

Tune in tomorrow to see the answer and get a new riddle!  

Arts
Courtesy of Katie, Charlestown Club

Arts Programs Manager Katie shows us how to create your own designs with Perler beads! Choose any shape or item you can think of and create it with your favorite colors. This activity requires an iron, so ask an adult to help you with melting your design.

For all ages.

Health and Wellness 
Courtesy of Denise, Edgerley Family South Boston Club

Culinary Director Denise shows us a simple recipe to make delicious  stovetop popcorn. Follow along for the tips and tricks to making this classic movie night snack!

For ages 9 and up.

Learning Center
Courtesy of Braidie, Edgerley Family South Boston Club 

It’s Trivia Friday! School Age Education Coordinator Braidie has a trivia question for you: What is the most eaten food in the United States? 

Answer in white text: rice!

For all ages.

Music
Courtesy of Brendan, Edgerley Family South Boston Club

Have you ever tried listening to music without any distractions? Music Assistant Brendan breaks down mindful listening, and how to identify different sounds and emotions while using breathing techniques. 

For all ages. 

Performing Arts
Courtesy of BGCB Performing Arts Team

Virvioly, Brea, Georgia, and Daylisa share their take on the Don’t Rush Challenge with a self-care twist! Follow along for some tips to take care of yourself and stay healthy.

For all ages.

Social Recreation
Courtesy of Junior, Yawkey Club of Roxbury

Social Rec Manager Junior teaches you how to play the board game Sorry! Watch Junior’s instructions, and then invite your family to play! Click here to buy the game if you don’t have it at home.

For all ages.

Teen Center 
Courtesy of SidMarie and Adeja, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club

Teen Engagement and Retention Coordinator Sid is back with round two of rebus puzzles! Watch part one here, and then follow along below for some inspiration to create your own puzzles.

Plus, Teen Education Coordinator Adeja has a Jeopardy-style game that covers science fiction versus science facts! Click here to play if you’re up for the challenge. 

Click here to play Science Fiction v. Science Facts >>

Attention high school seniors! Don’t forget to apply for a BGCB Scholarship. Learn more and apply here.


 

A detailed list of local resources for youth and caregivers can be found here

Resources from Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s Office for Immigrant Advancement for Boston-based immigrants affected by coronavirus can be found here.

A comprehensive COVID-19 Resource Guide from the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office can be found here.

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Keep up with all the latest Club at Home updates, including fun and interactive content for members to do at home, on our blog.