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Leveling the (summer) Playing Field

As the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell’s 2023 Summer program winds to a close, we reflect upon the critical importance of high quality summer programming for all young people. The benefits of quality summer programming for youth is well documented. However, for many, summer camps and programs are

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Write away!

“A personal journal is an ideal environment in which to “become”. It is a perfect place for you to think, feel, discover, expand, remember and dream.” Brad Wilcox Club members ages 8 – 12 are doing just this with the new “Little Hero’s Journal” program, started at the Club just

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How Did We Get Here?

“Trampoline Room!” “Laser Tag!” “Go Karts!” Club members enthusiastically shout out their answers to the question “what do you want to see in the new building?” as architect Patrick Tighe patiently nods his head and jots their answers down on an easel pad.  While the new design may not include

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Making our voices heard in Washington

Executive Director Joe Hungler recently joined more than 300 Boys & Girls Club professionals, Board members and youth in Washington D.C. to advocate for our young people as part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Days of Advocacy. This inspirational event gives members of the Club community

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The Club Buck Doesn’t Stop Here

The Club Buck does not stop here Let’s go shopping! Think back to the first time you received money that was all yours to spend on whatever you wanted. Maybe you had helped a family member with a chore and they rewarded you with a couple dollars. Or perhaps you

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