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 Cubism, food allergy substitutions, Wordy Wednesday, drums, smART Talks, pool, and Leg Day!
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Welcome to post #37 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 Cubism, food allergy substitutions, Wordy Wednesday, drums, smART Talks, pool, and Leg Day.
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.
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 Jenna, BGCB Staff
Why do fish live in salt water?
The answer to yesterday’s riddle: a stick
Tune in tomorrow to see the answer and get a new riddle!
Arts
Courtesy of Anne, Edgerley Family South Boston Club
Today, Arts Director Anne shares a style of art called Cubism, made famous by Pablo Picasso! Follow along with Anne to create your own cubism drawing. Share photos of your masterpieces with boysgirlsclubsboston@gmail.com or tag us online!
For all ages.
Health and Wellness
Courtesy of Alyse, Edgerley Family South Boston Club
It’s Food Allergy Awareness Week! Program Director Alyse from Edgerley South Boston Club shares some food substitutions that are allergy friendly, and can also be useful when your grocery store may be out of some foods you know and love.
For all ages.
Learning Center
Courtesy of Alexis, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club
It’s Wordy Wednesday! Education Director Alexis shares a food-focused activity you can play with your family. Learn how to play Alexis’s game here.
Click here to try today’s Wordy Wednesday activity >>
For all ages.
Music
Courtesy of Mike, Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club
Music Mike, Creative Arts Director, walks you through how to program drums on Soundtrap. Start producing your next original track today!
Click here to download Soundtrap >>
For all ages.
Performing Arts
Courtesy of Georgia, Gerald and Darlene Jordan Club
Performing Arts Program Director Georgia has a new smART Talk! This week, she interviews Maggie and Chris from Pavement Dance Company. Learn more about them here.
For all ages.
Social Recreation
Courtesy of Sevy, Edgerley Family South Boston Club
Social Rec Manager Sevy brings you a new Win It Wednesday Challenge. Today, try 60 Second Pool! Grab a broom, four plastic cups, tape, and four balls of crumpled paper to get started.
For all ages.
Teen Center
Courtesy of Ricardo, Gerald and Darlene Jordan Club
Happy Wellness Wednesday! Today, Teen Engagement and Retention Coordinator Ricardo shares a workout for Leg Day. All you need is a chair and some good balance!
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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