Every day, we check in with staff from different Clubs who share activities for members across all age groups. Today’s list of activities includes Theatre Thursday, Pokémon, LEGOs, and more.
Thursday, April 30, 2020
Welcome to post #28 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 Theatre Thursday, Pokémon, LEGOs, and more.
We are also excited to introduce the BGCB Phone Support Line! If you or a family member are in need of support, or someone to listen to you, please contact BGCB’s Support Line at 617-994-4720 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. daily to connect with a social worker. Outside of these hours, a social worker will call you back within 24 hours. You can also text CLUB to 741741 for Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s 24/7 free and confidential text support system.
Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s Office for Immigrant Advancement created a compilation of resources and services for Boston-based immigrants affected by coronavirus. Click here to read more. A detailed list of local resources for youth and caregivers can be found here. It includes a full list of learning resources and activities, resources for food access, financial relief funds, neighborhood support, and more. The Suffolk County District Attorney’s office has released a comprehensive COVID-19 Resource Guide that provides a complete picture of all resources available to assist with getting through this challenging time.
Riddle of the Day
Courtesy of Jenna, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston
What do you call
a story about
a broken pencil?
The answer to yesterday’s riddle: He wasn’t peeling well.
Tune in tomorrow to see the answer and get a new riddle!
Arts
Courtesy of Ashley, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club
Who doesn’t love to play and try to catch bubbles? Bubbles can be fun and relaxing to watch as they float in the air and eventually pop on the ground or when you try to catch it. Today, Wagner Family Art Director Ashley is sharing a fun Bouncing Bubble Recipe. With these bouncing bubbles, you can actually catch the bubble in your hand and “play catch with it.”
How many times are you able to bounce the bubble before it pops? Do not forget to send your pictures and videos to boysgirlsclubsboston@gmail.com or tag us online at @bgcboston.
Click here to make your own bouncing bubbles >>
For all ages.
Health and Wellness
Courtesy of Denise, Edgerley Family South Boston Club
Culinary Director Denise shares her recipe for butternut squash mac and cheese. This is one of the most popular “Meatless Monday” meals at the Club. Now you can try making it at home.
For ages 6 and up.
Learning Center
Courtesy of Yassyra, Yawkey Club of Roxbury
Happy LEGO Thursday! Education Director Yassyra has another challenge for you: build something that you can write with. You have one minute. Ready?
For all ages.
Music
Courtesy of Chris, Gerald and Darlene Jordan Club
Music Program Manager Chris shares some tips on writing a catchy and memorable chorus for your songs. Share your songs with boysgirlsclubsboston@gmail.com or tag us online at @bgcboston.
For ages 10+.
Performing Arts
Courtesy of Virvioly and Brea, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club
Do you like music? If you do, then you’ll enjoy this game that Performing Arts team Virvioly and Brea have for you called Song Association. Watch their video to learn the rules, and then try it out yourself with the link underneath!
Click here to play Song Association>>
For all ages.
Social Recreation
Courtesy of Dan, Charlestown Club
Join Social Rec Manager Dan as he goes over his 5 favorite pieces of art on Pokémon cards. Do you have other cards with artwork you like more? Let us know at boysgirlsclubsboston@gmail.com or tag us online at @bgcboston.
For all ages.
Technology
Courtesy of PBS Kids
Check out the PBS Kids website for fun games. Sign up for their daily newsletter to hear about activities and tips to help kids learn and play at home.
Click here to play PBS Kids games >>
For all ages.
Teen Center
Courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs of America and UPS
Boys & Girls Clubs of America and The UPS Foundation are working together to educate teens on safe driving through the UPS Road Code program. Test your knowledge on road safety while you’re stuck at home!
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.
Are you enjoying Club at Home? Tag us in pictures or videos of yourself participating or email them to boysgirlsclubsboston@gmail.com and we’ll post them on BGCB social media!
Keep up with all the latest Club at Home updates, including fun and interactive content for members to do at home, on our blog.
