Youth club celebrates 75 years with July events
The city of Pine Bluff supports the Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson County as it celebrates 75 years of service to the county. Various events will be held to commemorate the anniversary, according to a news release.
The Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson County will celebrate its anniversary on the following dates:
■ July 9 — The annual Heroes Banquet will be celebrated.
■ July 10 — From 10 a.m. to 7. pm., the club will have an outdoor event at the Townsend Park baseball fields, 1000 Townsend Park Drive, starting with an opening ceremony that will feature food, drinks, a kickball tournament, vendors, youth activities and entertainment.
The club is also seeking alumni to join the 75 club, which will be recognized at the event July 10 as they commemorate the Diamond Anniversary.
“For 75 years, Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson County has provided safe places for kids and teens to learn and grow, even during times of tragedy and crisis,” according to a news release. “We offer several programs that focus on 5 key elements: academic success, good character and leadership, healthy lifestyles, the arts, and S.T.E.M education. We also offer meals, homework assistance, positive mentoring, and social-emotional support.”
Former club members, staff members, board members or individuals who want to be involved in the celebration should contact the club at info@boysgirlsclubjc.org or (870) 850-7500 ext. 102.
“We would love to hear how the club impacted your life and/or how you would like to get involved to help make an impact on local youth,” according to the release.
The Boys & Girls Club operates through grant funding, corporate sponsorships and community support. It would not be possible to operate without the generous contributions of those who believe in the club’s mission, according to the release.
For details or to make donations, people may visit the website at www.boysgirlsclubjc.org. Donations may also be mailed to P.O. Box 6027, Pine Bluff, AR 71611. Checks should be payable to The Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson County.