Monadnock Youth Coalition

06/21/2024

We may still be two months away, but MYC is excited to share with you our 3 days of Coalition Camp, August 20-22. All teens from ages 12 to 18 are welcome to enjoy 1, 2, or all 3 fun-filled days!

On Tuesday, August 20th, teens will hike Chesterfield Gorge and swim at Ware's Grove. On Wednesday, August 21st, teens will take a trip to visit the Friendly Farm, then enjoy dessert at YOLO Cafe. And on Thursday, August 22nd, teens will enjoy a day at Bromley Mountain.

To learn more, check out our Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/426018236966526/.

06/20/2024

Summer is officially here! Check out some great mocktails to enjoy on these hot days!

06/19/2024

We hope everyone takes time to celebrate freedom and resiliency today as we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.

06/18/2024

Tomorrow, you can celebrate Juneteenth with two events presented by the City of Keene, Keene Family YMCA, and W.S. Badger Company.

First, there will be a free community dinner at the Community Kitchen (37 Mechanic Street), 5-6:20pm. There will be a special menu prepared for the occasion.

At 6pm in Central Square, the City of Keene 2024 Juneteenth Celebration will begin. This family-friendly community event will feature musical performances by Senie Hunt and the Gaslight Tinkers.

Use the QR code to learn more, or go to the Keene Family YMCA's Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/KeeneFamilyYMCA/events.

06/17/2024

Looking for something to do now that school is out? Check out all the teen events happening this week at the Keene Public Library!

And if you'd rather stay at home with the A/C this summer, check out the youth book sale happening on Saturday - get all the books you need to stay busy all summer long!

To learn more, go to https://keenenh.libcal.com/calendar?cid=19465&t=m&d=0000-00-00&cal=19465&inc=0.

06/16/2024

On Tuesday, June 18th, the City of Keene will be hosting Community Night, 4-7pm, at the Public Works/Keene Police Department complex (350 Marlboro Street).

Families can check out fire trucks, police cars, excavation equipment, and more while touring the Police and Fleet Departments. City staff will be available to chat with, and there will be free burgers, hot dogs, and ice cream prepared and provided by the Highway, Police, and Fire Departments.

To learn more, check out their Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/826181455635435/.

06/16/2024

06/15/2024

Pride In Motion's Kids on Campus Summer Program is a week-long camp for LGBTQ+ youth in grades 6-8 (also taking those going into 9th) to have fun in a safe space. Last day to register is July 9th, camp runs July 15-19th.

For more information, contact Heather Jasmin at [email protected], or to register, go to www.keene.edu/kids.

06/15/2024

Monadnock Peer Support is an alternative to the traditional mental health system. They provide opportunities for adults, ages 18 and up, with mental health challenges to support one another in feeling empowered toward meeting their health and mental health goals.

Located at 24 Vernon Street, MPS offers daily support groups, a monthly trip and educational event. Check out their June events calendar to see what is happening the rest of the month. You can sign up for monthly newsletters and learn more about MPS at https://www.monadnockpsa.org/.

06/14/2024

Summer break has finally arrived - why not celebrate tonight at the first Summer Pop-Up Series from the Keene Parks and Rec Department?!

There will be music, pizza for sale, and lifeguards running games at the pool from 6pm-7pm at Robin Hood Park. After the pool party, there will be an outdoor showing of Jumanji at the amphitheater.

This event is FREE (aside from the pizza) and open to the community!

06/14/2024

Next Friday, June 21st, the Keene Family YMCA will be having a family pool party starting at 6pm! The cost with a family membership is $10, a membership is $15 and non-members are $25. To learn more, check out their Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/840532714761699.

06/13/2024

As we celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month, it is important to spread awareness on the difficulties faced by those who are sexual and gender minorities.

According to the National Institutes of Health, people in LGBTQ+ communities face stressful situations and environments, stigma and discrimination, harassment, and traumatic experiences. Coping with these issues may be a contributing factor as to why people who identify as LGBTQ+ experience higher rates of substance misuse and substance use disorders than people who identify as heterosexual.

For more information and a vast amount of resources, go to https://www.safeproject.us/resource/lgbtq/.

Or for something more local, go to https://www.graniterecoverycenters.com/resources/lgbtq-addiction/.