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Youth Sponsorship Program

It’s tough to be the new kid in town, new school, new friends, and new neighborhood. Help get kids connected by being active in this program.

Military Youth on the Move

Great news for Military youth and families! DoD has launched a new website, Military Youth on the Move. This site is an easy to use resource that reaches out to youth with creative ways to cope with issues that arise in the face of a move, such as transitioning to a new school, saying goodbye to friends, and getting involved in a new community. To access this great new resource, visit MYOM

America’s Kids Fun Run

America’s Kids Fun Run Saturday, May 19, 9 am
This is a fun event designed for youth to have fun with their families and be introduced to the lifetime fitness activities of walking and running. (For children ages 5-13)
Running Categories:
• Ages 5 & 6: run ½ mile
• Ages 7 & 8: run 1 mile
• Ages 9-13: run 2 miles
• Adults: run 5k

Free t-shirts for all participants. Must register online at www.americaskidsrun.org

Operation Military Kids Summer Camps 2012

Wilderness Camp

Wilderness Camp Wednesday-Friday, July 11-13 at Bull Run Guest Ranch, Cascade
Military youth ages 11-13 will learn resiliency through wilderness skills from Montana Awareness Education & Rehabilitation Association (MAERA). They will camp out for 2 nights and 3 days. Activities will include horseback riding, campfire cooking, shelter building, fire making with a bow drill fire kit, creating maps and much more! To register, contact Malmstrom Youth Programs at 731-4634. Registration deadline is July 1.
Cost: Free, but space is limited. Also find out about other great OMK Summer Camps!

Montana High Adventure Camps for Military Teens!

Adventure Camp Check out the National Adventure Camps for Military teens only. Travel stipends are available. Space is limited; apply now at Malmstrom Youth Programs. Camps are free!

• June 10-16: Wilderness Survival in Montana Backcountry
• July 6-11: Saddle and Paddle in Glacier National Park
• August 6-12: Backpack & Sea Kayaking in Yellowstone National Park
• December 28-January 1, 2013: Big Sky New Year Winter Camp

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Tween Late Nights!

Friday, May 4 & 18, 8 to 10 pm (Teens can stay till 11 pm)
Youth ages 9-12 are invited to our Tween Late Night. Bring your friends and have a great time! May 18: Summer Fun Well, it’s been a great school year, but summer is right around the corner! Let’s celebrate with one last Tween Night; wear your coolest summer outfit and get ready for some fun in the sun!
Cost: Free - YP members; $5 - for non-members.

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo Saturday, May 5, 2 pm
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo - learn how to make a great salsa!
Cost: Free - for YP members; $4 - non-members.

FitFactor

Every Thursday at 4 pm
Do a fun FitFactor Activity and log in your points. Not a FitFactor member? Call 731-4634 for more information.

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The Arts

Tuesdays, at 4 pm
Join us every Tuesday to do a fun art activity. This month enter the “What is May Day?” essay contest, make a Mother’s Day gift for mom or that special person in your life, celebrate L.F. Baum’s Birthday (author of the Wizard of Oz) by watching the Wizard of Oz, face painting (let your imagination run wild) and 4-H Photography!
Cost: Free for YP members and $4 for non-members.

4-H Cooking Club

4H Clover

Wednesday, May 2, at 4 pm
Join us for a fun cooking project! Open to all interested youth – ages 6 to 18.

4-H Meeting

4H Clover

Friday, May 11, 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Find out what 4-H has to offer. The meeting is open to all interested youth - ages 6 to 18.

Parent Awareness

Tuesday, May 29, 4:30 pm
Parents you may not know about the great opportunities we have to offer. We are lucky enough to have our very own Military & Family Life Consultant Program. MFLCs are Masters and Ph.D. level MFLCs specializing in child and youth behavioral issues, available at no cost to assist children and youth, parents, family members and staff. They are available to provide situational, short-term problem-solving support. We offer monthly parent meetings, so call or stop by and see what great information they have to share with you!

National Bike Month Bike Day

Bike Day Wednesday, May 30, 3:30 to 5:30 pm
Bring your bikes to decorate and ride through an obstacle course. Sign up for a chance to win a new helmet!
Activities include: bicycle safety checks, obstacle course, bicycle bingo, trick riding demo, and lots of give-aways.

Sponsored by:
Balfour Beatty Communities Knicker Biker

No federal endorsement of sponsors intended.

School-Age Program

School-Age Program The School-Age Program (SAP) is full of age-appropriate designed programs and activities to foster learning and meet the individual needs of children. SAP offers children a safe place to play, relax, and to participate in enriching new experiences while in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment.

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Party Time for Special Events!

The Youth Center is the place to hold that special party for children. Whether it’s a squadron event, birthday party or special event, call 731-4634 to find out what the Youth Center has to offer.

Teen Events

Teen Late Night

Friday, May 11, 8 to 11 pm
Calling all teens (13-18 yrs of age)! Bring a friend and participate in our Teen Cooking at 9 pm.
Cost: free to current members and $5 for non-members.

Y.E.S. Job Fair

Monday, May 21, 4 pm
Do you want to earn money for college, learn a valuable job skill and have a great time doing it? Then you need to sign up for the Y.E.S. Program. If you are entering high school and are an active duty dependent stop by the Youth Center and see what the Y.E.S. Program is all about. Learn what great jobs are out there for you to sign up for!

Leadership Programs

If you are interested in being involved in the Torch or Keystone Club and would like more information call the Youth Center and talk to Stevie.

Torch Club Torch Club | Fridays, 5 pm
Torch Club is for youth ages 9-12 years of age.

Keystone Club Teen Council/Keystone Club | Fridays, 7 pm
Keystone is a leadership and service club for youth, ages 13-18.

Join the Congressional Awards Program

Congressional Awards Thursday, May 3, 5 pm
Those who are 13½ up to 23 years of age (and parents!) are invited to learn about the Congressional Awards Program. The program consists of setting goals in the areas of voluntary public service, outdoor exploration, personal development and physical fitness. Bronze, silver and gold medals are earned by each participant and are awarded by a member of Congress. For more information regarding the program, please contact the Youth Center at 731-4634.

Computer Center

Malmstrom Youth Programs encourages and strongly promotes the use of electronic information technologies for our members. The computer center has the latest in computer technology including digital arts program, digital printers, and headsets. Members must have parental permission in order to use the computer center and take part in programs offered. Parents must accompany the member to complete and sign the permission form.

Youth at Work

Youth ages 11-18 interested in earning extra money - sign up for Youth at Work. When people call looking for baby-sitters, pet sitters or someone to mow lawns, we’ll refer you. Those interested in baby-sitting must be at least 12 years old, have completed the Red Cross or equivalent baby-sitting course and present a certificate when registering. Applicants must be a YP member and accompanied by a parent to register.