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 Trivia Friday, “Big Words,” “Tools 2 Thrive,” and more!
Friday, May 29, 2020
Welcome to post #48 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 Trivia Friday, “Big Words,” “Tools 2 Thrive,” and more.
Riddle of the Day
Courtesy of Jenna, Main Office staff
Why did the fisherman put peanut butter in the sea?
The answer to Thurday’s riddle: a pie-thon
Tune in Monday to see the answer and get a new riddle!
Arts
Courtesy of Katie, Charlestown Club
Join Arts Program Manager Katie for a fun art activity she calls “Big Words.” Pick words and draw what they make you think of!
For all ages.
Health and Wellness
Courtesy of Abby and Ashley, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club
Social Worker Abby and Wagner Family Art Director Ashley share some “Tools 2 Thrive” that are designed to help you improve mental health and increase resiliency, regardless of the situations you are facing. Check out the link below for some very practical insights.
Click here to learn more about “Tools 2 Thrive”>>
For all ages.
Learning Center
Courtesy of Braidie, Edgerley Family South Boston Club
Happy Trivia Friday! School Age Education Coordinator Braidie has a geography-themed trivia question for you: Which continent has the most countries?
Answer: Africa (<In white text)
Hint: This continent also has over 1,500 spoken languages!
For all ages.
Performing Arts
Courtesy of Gerald and Darlene Jordan Club
Members at the Gerald and Darlene Jordan Club were working hard this year to put on a performance of The Lion King, which was meant to premiere tonight, May 29.
Due to physical Club closures, the show has been postponed indefinitely, but they still wanted to show off some highlights of their work so far and let everyone know the show will go on as soon as it’s possible!
For all ages.
Teen Center
Courtesy of Sid and Adeja, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club
Teen Engagement and Retention Coordinator SidMarie shares a third round of fun stop motion video puzzles for you to solve.
Also, Teen Education Coordinator Adeja shares an American history-themed Jeopardy game!
Click here to play American history-themed Jeopardy>>
For all ages.
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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