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Teen
Band Night RECREATION FACILITIES SET TO CLOSE: Given
the City’s dire and unavoidable economic emergency, on December 9, 2008 the
City Council directed the City Manager to take steps to reduce the spending in
the General Fund by $4.2 million on an annual basis including moving the Teen
Center to Louden Nelson Community Center and closing other Parks and Recreation
facilities. City Council and staff are working with the community to identify
alternate means of providing these services. Specific implementation will be brought
back to Council in January. Donate to Friends
of Parks and Recreation in support of the Teen Center.
Address:
125 Laurel Street
Phone: (831) 420-6235
Email: teencenter@ci.santa-cruz.ca.us
Teen Center MySpace: www.myspace.com/santacruzteencenter
Open: Tuesday-Thursday 2-8 pm; Friday & Saturday 2-10 pm
Closed Sundays
and Mondays
Teen Center Supervisor: Robert
Acosta Stop in at the Santa Cruz Teen Center. Drop in for recreational
activities such as pool, ping pong, air hockey, PS2, X-Box, Wi, movies, internet,
music and chill space. Also pick up our current calendar to find out what’s
happening for teens in Santa Cruz. The Teen Center sponsors dances, band nights,
special events, day and overnight trips, sports, and outdoor events in addition
to daily activities. Check our monthly calendar for ongoing drop-in classes such
as music, creative writing, art projects and more!
The Teen Center is equipped with 12
computers with multimedia capability and CD burners. Come surf the net on a high-speed
internet connection, play your favorite computer games, burn a CD or type and
print that paper for your history class.
Is a certain subject driving you crazy? Could you use some extra help
to pass that impossible class? Well, Tuesday -Thursday from 3:00 to 5:00 pm is
Study Time at the Teen Center. Teen Center staff and volunteers offer help with
study during this Teen Center quiet time. For more information, call 420-6235.
The Teen Center can be rented out for Private
Parties and for non-profit events. The rate for Private Rental is $200 for 4 hours
plus a facility attendant fee and a security deposit. Please call for non-profit
rental information. If you are interested in renting the space outside hours of
operation, contact Robert Acosta at 420-6236.
Are you a teen or young adult
who wants to perform music, song or dance at the Teen Fair? This is a chance to
perform on stage at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium for as many as 1,000 people!
Take a chance! Call the Santa Cruz Teen Center, 420-6236.
TEEN JOB FAIR
Thursday, March 12
3:30 - 5:30 pm
Santa
Cruz Teen Center
125 Laurel St
Hey teens – Find a job! Get involved!
Have a blast! Make a difference! Come to the TEEN JOB FAIR. Find a spring/summer
job, internship, volunteer work, or teen-run community project! The TEEN JOB FAIR
is the best spot to meet employers who hire young people or connect with local
community services, programs and activists working with Santa Cruz community teens.
Cost: FREE
Interested persons must submit a standard
City of Santa Cruz application by 5:00 pm, Friday, April 17, 2009 to the Parks
and Recreation Office, 323 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. In addition to
completed application, resumés and letters of recommendation are encouraged.
Job descriptions are available Friday, January 16, 2009 in the Parks and
Recreation Office. The most qualified applicants will be invited to attend a mandatory
Skills Evaluation Session on Saturday, May 9, 2009, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at Harvey
West Park Clubhouse. The evaluation session will include an opportunity
for candidates to be evaluated while participating in “hands-on” recreation
experiences (games, crafts, and problem solving). Attendance is mandatory for
all new applicants and any returning staff applying for position promotions. Interviews
will be May 11, 12 and 13, 2009 by invitation only. Summer programs and
mandatory in-service training run June 15 through August 14, 2009. Recreation
III and IV positions are required to attend additional training Saturday and Sunday,
May 16 and 17, 2009. For more information visit www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us/pr/jobs.html
or
call 420-5270.
Teens
13 to 17 years of age are encouraged to apply. Gain valuable work experience and
vocational skills while volunteering in City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation
Day Camp programs this summer. Program and training operate June 16 through August
15. Flyer and applications available by February 8 at the Parks and Recreation
Office, 323 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Application deadline is Friday,
May 15, 2009. Interviews will be scheduled in late May or early June for new applicants.
Returning Junior Leaders will not be interviewed, but are required to submit an
application and a supplemental placement form. Returning Junior Leaders will be
mailed placement information.
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Volunteers are needed
at the Teen Center as mentors, tutors and instructors. Ages 18 and up are encouraged
to apply. Assist with drop-in activities such as playing pool, board games, computer
lab, tournaments, dances, band nights, crafts and more. Or do you have
a special skill you would like to share with Santa Cruz youth? Positive role models
with lots of energy and conflict resolution skills are desired. Applications available
at the Teen Center at 125 Laurel Street or at the Parks and Recreation Office
at 323 Church Street. For more information call 420-6236.
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The
Teen Center is always seeking motivated, creative and energetic individuals to
bring new and exciting programs to the youth of Santa Cruz. If you have a special
talent or strong desire to work with youth please contact us regarding your program.
Ages 18 and up are encouraged to inquire. Positive role models with knowledge
of serving youth are desired. Activities may include but are not limited to arts,
community service projects, skill building, cultural enrichment, dance, music,
sports and computers. Program proposal forms are available at the Teen Center
at 125 Laurel Street. For more information call 420-6236.
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