YOUR guide to what's going on for
Youth in the Rose Tree Media Area!
Supervised Programs Organized for Teens
WHO IS THE S.P.O.T. NETWORK?
The Corner S.P.O.T. @ Holcomb
Focus Psychological Associates
Middletown Baptist Church-Lighthouse Cafe
Ken Williams Recovery
UPCOMING S.P.O.T. NETWORK EVENTS
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Post Questions! Share Stories! Give/Get Advice!
Learn about the latest news & Research on Family Wellness!
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Youth Connection: ACHIEVE NATURAL HIGHS!
Attention 7th-9th Graders! The Youth Connection will be
holding group meetings with monthly trips, forum discussions,
FOOD, and the chance to get involved in your community!
WHEN: Thursdays from 4-6 P.M.
WHERE: The Spot at Holcomb. Media, PA.
For more information, or if your interested in joining,
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The CORNER S.P.O.T. @ HOLCOMB
All Corner S.P.O.T. activities are
FREE to Delaware County Residents!
MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WELCOME TO ALL EVENTS!
**PARENTAL PERMISSION IS REQUIRED-Download Parent Packet at top of page!**
The Corner S.P.O.T. is located in the office of Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems,
126 E. Baltimore Pk., Media (in Gayley Sq. Shopping Center across from Pinocchio's Pizza).
For more information about Holcomb please call 484-444-0412 or
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ROCKY RUN YMCA YOUTH EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Teen Scene Live!
SATURDAYS-7:30pm to 10pm
Check out what you and your friends can do at the Y!
Games! Food! Music! and More!
6th to 8th grade students welcome!
For more information call 610-627-9622.
Y ACHIEVERS
A developmentally based academic achievement/career development program designed
to help students in grades 5-12 set and achieve high personal and professional goals.
It is FREE to join and comes with a FREE YMCA Membership to those with good attendance!
5th-8th Grade: First & Third Wednesdays @ 6:30PM
9th-12th Grade: First & Third Saturdays
For more information contact Dan Glavin at
610-627-9622 x.1222
Teen Leaders Club
The YMCA is your place to meet new friends, get some homework help, and build
leadership skills! Emphasis is placed on the core values of the YMCA:
Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility
We learn through fun activities, discussions, and service projects at the Y in our
local community.
5-6th Grade: Tuesdays @ 5PM/ FREE for Members
7th grade & Up: Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM/ FREE for members
Teen & Tween Nights
Come to the Y for a night of fun, just for you! Each month we have some fun activities
planned for you and your friends, including a "Just Dance" tournament EVERY MONTH!
Saturdays @ 7:30 PM/ $5
Tweeen Nights (Middle School)
October 8th: Kickball & Pottery
November 12th: Volleyball & Relay Races
December 10th: Basketball & Cooking Class
Teen Nights (High School)
October 16th: Coffeehouse/Karaoke
November 19th: Dodgeball Tournament
For more information about any of Rocky Run's youth programs please contact
***************************************************Hillside Farm (Greener Partners)
Connecting communities through food, farms, and education.
Through their projects and programs Hillside Farm seeks to:
* Increase and strengthen public access to fresh, seasonal and local food.
* Train new farmers in resilient farming techniques and to achieve success in the growing
local food economy.
* Educate people of all ages about the origins of their food and empower them to create
healthy communities.
Greener Partners is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Upcoming Events:
Hillside Farm Harvest Festival!
When: Saturday, October 22, 2011
Time: 1:00PM-5:00PM
Location: 111 Elwyn Rd, Media, PA.
Cost: FREE!
The annual celebration of autumn is a fun filled day on the farm featuring:
local foods, apple cider pressing, kids activities, hay rides, cooking
demonstrations, and live music and square dancing.
Enter the Annual Seasonal Pie Bake Off and win a half share for the 2012
season at Hillside Farm!
Free and open to the public; farm fresh fare available for purchase
**For more information on upcoming workshops and events at
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The ME Project
The ME Project: Old Ridge Village Shoppes
100 Ridge Road, Suite #21
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
610 459-2288
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Neighborhood Center for Youth Development
(NCYD)
The NCYD in collaboration with St. Paul's AME Zion Church proposes to effectively provide
activities and programs for participating youth, their parents and the community. These
programs will enrich and provide them with physical, educational and pastoral experiences
whereby, improving their quality of living and learning. These programs will also provide the
participants with the unique opportunity to participate in a social (safe space) and meaningful
environment.
Program Components:
Basketball, Martial Arts, Fine Arts, Educational Opportunity Counseling,
Spiritual Renewal/Addictions, Counseling, and More to Come
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PRYSM YOUTH GROUP
Delaware County provides Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans gender and Questioning
Youth and their Straight Allies with a safe, caring and respectful environment that
will facilitate growth, educational awareness and leadership development.
PRYSM meets EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT FROM
6:30-8:30PM IN MEDIA
*Youth ages 14-20 are welcome*
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MEDIA-UPPER PROVIDENCE LIBRARY
Upcoming Events:
Free Movie Fridays! (Recommended for those 13 and older)
When: Every 3rd Friday of each month
Time: 3:30PM
Where: Media-Upper Providence Library
Cost: FREE including snacks!
** Please call: 610.566.1918 or
Call the library to see what movie will be playing.
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Venturing Crew 154
Venturing is a co-ed organization open to anyone who has completed 8th grade.
All activities and meeting are planned and run by the youth with both male and female
advisers present. The mission of the venturing Crew is:
Through adventure and new experiences, we strive to develop positive attitudes, use and
improve skills, and grow as individuals all in a fun atmosphere.
Meetings: First and Third Sunday of each month from 7-8:30pm
Meeting Format:
Event Planning: 1/2 hour
Skill Training and general knowledge improvement: 1/2 hour
Games and fun: 1/2 hour
Where: Lima United Methodist Church
209 North Middletown Road
(behind Granite Run Mall)
*If you have any questions or want more information contact Tom Ellis, adult adviser,
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Media Youth Center
Media Youth Center is located at
1 Youth Way, P.O. Box 84,
Media, PA 19063
(610) 566-5877
United Way #12976
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Lighthouse Cafe @
Middletown Baptist Church
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP EVERY SUNDAY!
Every Sunday Morning from 11am to 12 noon
Upcoming books include:
The Dream Giver
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
Success for Teens: Real Teens Talk About Using the Slight Edge
Discussions from Youth Specialties
For more information call 610.565.0923 or email Pastor Jeff Evans at revjeff1@verizon.net
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REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH
THE ROCK PRESENTS
More events coming soon!
For more information Call Joe Mirarchi 610 955-3917
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H C I
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE
More events coming soon!
*************************************************** All Riders up
All Riders Up is a non-profit organization that uses equine assisted activities
to individuals over 3 yrs of age who have special needs to attain their potential
for physical, emotional, and social growth in an atmosphere of recreation and fun.
Services are also offered to children with:
Learning disabilities
Behavioral issues
Family groups (siblings)
Emotional trauma
All Riders is located at 265 Mattson Road
Garnet Valley Pa, 19060-1410
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Have an idea for a S.P.O.T. event or activity?
Does your organization want to be a S.P.O.T. Organization?
Other suggestions, comments, or questions?
*Parental Permission required. CLICK HERE to Download the Parent Packet. Call 484-444-0412 for forms and more information!
The S.P.O.T. Network is made possible through funding from the PA Department of Health,
Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs' Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grant
to reduce and prevent underage drinking. The Delaware County Office of Behavioral Health
supports the partnership of Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems and Healthy Communities Initiative
to implement comprehensive programming.
