Youth of the Year is a program highlighting the “cream of the crop” of teen members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. The Thunderbirds Branch is proud to showcase their wonderful representatives. From left to right: Tatum Causey, Senior, Veronica Fasolino, Sophomore, Daniel Duffy, Junior, and Allison Mertz, Junior; all students at […]
National Adoption Day Sojourner Center On November 22nd, 2014 our teens will take part in National Adoption Day. This is a very special day for hundreds of foster care kids who will become part of a permanent family. Our teens will be part of the celebration of these adoptions by helping with carnival games and […]
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale Foundation has announced the hiring of Kathy X. Kramer as their new Executive Director. Kramer brings more than 30 years of experience as a development officer with a focus on fundraising in health and human service settings including management, board relationships and strategic planning. Also, having grown […]
The Thunderbirds Branch members and their families are excited to attend our very first Thanksgiving Dinner on Tuesday, November 25th from 6 pm – 7 pm. The centerpiece of our dinning area is our handmade “Gratitude Tree” which stands 10 feet tall. Parents and members alike have added gratitude leaves to the tree, detailing some […]
The Thunderbirds Branch is thrilled to partner with Copper Ridge Elementary School in North Scottsdale for a new Intramural program. Zachary Clark, a Thunderbirds Staff member will run intramural games each day during recess time. Over 500 Copper Ridge students will get the benefit of Zach’s Boys & Girls Club training and expertise. These intramural […]
The McKee Branch will be hosting it’s third annual Thanksgiving Dinner open to members of the Club and community on Tuesday, November 25th, 2014. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m.and end at 8:00 p.m. The Club will be supplying the turkey, drinks, and all the necessary tools to eat and are asking for parents […]
Let us take care of your kids while you shop for their Christmas gifts! The Barker Keystone Club is hosting a “Shop and Drop” late night event on Friday, Dec 19. Parents can drop off their children at 6:30 pm, and pick them up anytime before 10:30 pm. Staff will provide dinner, host games, make […]
Specialized Camps: Art Camp-Threads Lego Camp- Academy of Engineering Design Camp- Music Making and Photo Illustration The Piper Branch is getting ready to complete our first session of Specialized Camps, which have been a great success. The Camps that our members had the opportunity to participate in for the last few months included: Art Camp-Threads, […]
The Barker Branch will begin registration on Monday, December 1, 2014. Parents can register their children for Week 1 (Dec 22-24) and/or Week 2 (Dec 29–Jan 2). Club hours are 7:30 am – 6 pm during Winter Break. The Club is closed Dec 25-26 for Christmas, and Jan 1 for New Year’s. Attendees will enjoy […]
Did you know that Barker After-School Program attendees get a free hot meal everyday at 3:30 pm? The Club provides items such as pizza, chicken nuggets, and corn dogs, along with a side of fruit or vegetables through a partnership with the Scottsdale Unified School District. Our members line up every afternoon, eager for a […]
