Artesia Youth Park and Community Center

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Artesia Youth Park and Community Center

At Artesia Youth Park & Community Center, every child and parent is valued, encouraged, and loved. Where families play, grow, and belong!

Come enjoy basketball, pool, air hockey, and fun activities — and make memories that last a lifetime. Welcome to Artesia Youth Park & Community Center — a safe, welcoming place where youth and families come together to play, learn, and grow. Our mission is to be a place of encouragement for the community, where every child, teen, and family member feels valued, empowered, and inspired to do great

things in life. Through fun activities, sports, and special events, we aim to create a space where connections are made, memories are shared, and growth happens naturally. At Artesia, we provide:
📌Indoor and outdoor recreation — basketball, pool, air hockey, and more
📌Community-focused events that bring families together
📌Safe spaces for kids, teens, and families to gather, play, and explore

Artesia Youth Park & Community Center is a nonprofit organization, which means we exist not to make a profit, but to serve the community. All funds we raise go directly toward programs, activities, and resources that benefit youth and families, helping everyone have access to safe, enriching opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a place to stay active, host a small event, or just enjoy time with friends and family, Artesia Youth Park & Community Center is here for you. We believe that every person in our community can make a difference, chase their dreams, and belong. Join us, and become part of a community where families play, grow, and thrive together.

05/02/2026

Serve It Forward: Pickleball for the Park! 🏓💚
Join us for a fun-filled day of pickleball while making a real impact in our community!

📅 June 27
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Denton Township Pickleball Courts

Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, this tournament is for YOU! We have Beginner & Intermediate divisions, so grab a partner and come play.

💲 Suggested donation: $25 per couple
🏆 Prizes for top teams
🎟️ 50/50 raffle
🌭 Food available for purchase

Every dollar raised helps support Artesia Youth Park & Community Center—creating a safe place for kids and families to play, grow, and connect.

👉 Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/serve-it-forward
Questions? Call/Text Andrew at (989) 965-3546

Let’s come together to Play. Give. Grow. 💚

03/24/2026

Fun, Games, and Free Play – Spring Break Awaits!

Looking for a place for the kids to play this Spring Break? All kids play for free! Enjoy pool tables, air hockey, foosball, basketball, and more in a safe, fun environment.

📅 Book your day now by contacting Program Director Andrew Thompson at (989) 965-3546. Spots fill up fast—don’t miss out!

03/19/2026

WE HAVE POWER!

That means pickleball and parent open gym is available to you. Thank you for being patient during this time.

03/17/2026

Due to a power outage, AYPCC will be closed until further notice.

Without electricity, we’re unable to safely operate the facility and serve our community. We know this may be an inconvenience, and we truly appreciate your understanding.

We’ll keep you updated as soon as power is restored and we’re able to reopen. Stay safe everyone!

02/15/2026

Behind every AYPCC event is a group of people who make it all possible — our incredible AYPCC Community Board Members.

None of what we do would happen without your vision, support, time, and heart for the youth of our community. You work behind the scenes, problem-solve, show up, give generously, and believe in creating safe and meaningful opportunities for our kids. We are so thankful for each of you.

A special shoutout to Bryan Jeske for always coming through with top-tier entertainment and MC skills. Your energy, humor, and ability to keep a crowd engaged bring our events to life every single time.
We truly couldn’t do this without you.

Thank you for investing in our youth and in the future of our community. 💛

02/14/2026

What an incredible night at the Let’s Glow Crazy Party!
Thank you to every student who came out and made it such a fun, high-energy evening. Your laughter, dance moves, and excitement made the night unforgettable.

The AYPCC staff truly had just as much fun as you did — we loved every minute of it!

A very special thank you to CHS–Roscommon County Drug Coalition, Walmart, and Little Caesar’s for your generous support. Because of community partners like you, we’re able to create safe, meaningful, and completely free events for our local youth.

We are so grateful for a community that shows up for its kids. 💛 Until next time.

02/13/2026

🔥 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🔥
The Let’s Glow Crazy Party is happening TONIGHT!

The lights are glowing. The music is ready. The games are set. The food is coming.

If you’re in 5th–8th grade, this night is for YOU.

🗓 Tonight — February 13
⏰ 6–8 PM
🎉 FREE event
👕 Wear neon or white and get ready to shine

No school? No better plan.
We’ll see you tonight!

02/12/2026

No school tomorrow? We got just the thing to keep you busy tomorrow evening.

Come to our Let’s Glow Crazy Party! The glow lights are set up, tested, and ready to shine bright.

Join us for a FREE evening of glow games, music, food (pizza, cupcakes, punch), and a glowing dance floor for 5th–8th graders.

📅 Friday, February 13
⏰ 6–8 PM
👕 Wear neon or white
😎 5-8th graders ONLY

We can’t wait to see everyone there!
Questions? contact AYPCC's program director Andrew Thompson (989) 965-3546.

02/10/2026

Reminder!
Let’s "Glow Crazy" Party is here in 3️⃣DAYS!

We tested the glow lights (which definitely did not turn into an extended glow party for the adults).
Official report: they’re bright, they’re glowing, and we absolutely understood the assignment.

Join us for a FREE night of glow games, music, food, and a dance floor that is very much glowing on purpose.

📅 February 13
⏰ 6–8 PM
😎 Grades 5-8th ONLY
👕 Wear neon or white

01/07/2026

Let’s Glow Crazy Party!
AYPCC is having a Glow-in-the-Dark Party!

🔊 Loud music
🌈 Bright neon
⚡ Blacklights
🎯 Games
🍕 Food
🕺💃 A dance floor that glows

📅 February 13
⏰ 6–8 PM
🎉 Free for 5th–8th graders

Wear neon or white
✨ Bring your best moves and get ready to GLOW crazy.

12/02/2025

✨ Get Ready to GLOW! ✨

A Glow-in-the-Dark Party for tweens and teens is coming this February!
Neon, music, blacklights, and tons of glowing fun—more details coming soon!

Address

1800 Loxley
Houghton Lake, MI
48629

Telephone

+19899653546

Website

http://artesiayouthpark.com/

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