It's national boys and girls club week and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater High Point want you to open the door and take the tour. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater High Point serves over 1,300 youth from both High Point and Asheboro, and they're opening their doors to more families this week!
Thomas Falgout, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater High Point, and Shakira Monroe, 2015 Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater High Point joined Eric Chilton on Monday's Good Morning Show to talk about the week.
This year's theme – 'Open the Door. Take the Tour' – encourages communities, families, friends and supporters of its Club members to experience first-hand how Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater High Point is making a difference in the lives of young people.
Falgout said, "At the heart of our organization is a desire to positively influence the lives of young people in our community," said Thomas Falgout, President/CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater High Point. "We are more than 'swim and gym'. We want the cities of High Point and Asheboro to experience the dozens life-changing programs we offer to hundreds of kids in the communities our Clubs serve every day. Boys & Girls Club Week is a great time to see how we impact the lives of young people through programs aimed to promote academic success, a healthy lifestyle and good character."
Monroe is the 2015 Youth of the year so she knows the impact the Boys & Girls Clubs can make. She shared that shes in National Honor Society, due in part to some of the volunteer hours she's earned while working with the Boys & Girls Club. She also said it helps her stay focused in school!
Here's the schedule for the week of events:
Monday, March 23 (4:30pm): Open the Door to Education: Creative Writing Showcase at West End Club (903 English Rd., High Point 27260) Club members recite their favorite poem or short story.
Tuesday, March 24 (6:00pm – 8:00pm): Open the Door to Teens at Southside Club (401 Taylor Ave.., High Point 27260) Teens, ages 13-18, enjoy an evening of food, fun, and games.
Wednesday, March 25 (4:30pm): Open the Door to Character and Citizenship: Community Service Day at Central Asheboro Club (621 Franks St., Asheboro 27203) Members show their character and leadership skills by taking part in our Day of Service projects.
Thursday, March 26 (4:30pm): Open the Door to Healthy Lifestyles at Carson Stout Club (1900 Fern Ave., High Point 27260) Club members participate in sports & fitness activities, while wearing their favorite sports team shirt or jersey.
Friday, March 27 (4:30pm-6:00pm): Open the Door. Take the Tour. Take the Tour at any Club location listed below.
Carson Stout Club: 1900 Fern Ave., High Point 27260
Central Asheboro Club: 621 Franks St., Asheboro 27203
Southside Club: 401 Taylor Ave., High Point 27260
Ward Street Club: 1619 W. Ward Ave., High Point 27262
West End Club: 903 English Rd., High Point 27260
