What are the opening hours?

Tuesday 8:30am - 1pm Wednesday 8:30am - 1pm Thursday 8:30am - 1pm Friday 8:30am - 1pm

Murphysboro Youth Recreation Center- MYRC

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Our goals are to reduce negative behaviors in our community, including substance abuse and violence.

The mission of the Murphysboro Youth & Recreation Center (MYRC) is to provide a safe environment for youth and their families by building strong, healthy relationships that encourage and promote positive citizenship for our community. The center offers a wide variety of activities and new programs are continually added to reach out to other audiences. MYRC is also used by a number of community and school groups including:

Key Club
Jackson County 4-H
Girl Scouts
Builder’s Club
Immanuel Lutheran School
Pate Chapel Church

Our Goal is

To provide positive mentoring opportunities
To promote an environment for youth and their families that encourages community collaboration to reduce substance abuse and violence
To provide positive interpersonal relationships
To achieve a self-sufficient facility through grant opportunities, facility rental, fundraising events, and community donation

11/02/2026

🧥❄️ LET'S KEEP OUR KIDS WARM! 💙

Community Health & Emergency Services - CHESI & MYRC are teaming up for a FREE Winter Coat Giveaway!

Saturday, November 7, 2026.
10:30 AM until coats are gone!

Coats available in boys' sizes 5–14 and girls' sizes 7–16.

Children must be present to receive a coat!

Spread the word and share the warmth! 💙

11/01/2026

🧡🖤 THAT'S A WRAP, MYRC! 🎃

A HUGE THANK YOU to every volunteer who showed up, helped, passed out candy, and made tonight special! We may have had limited hands, but we made it happen!

Our kids are always worth showing up for! Thank you, Murphysboro, for another great night! 👻🍬❤️

10/31/2026

🎃 Don't worry, Murphysboro, WE ARE STILL HERE! 🧡

We may be working with limited volunteers tonight, but the fun is still happening! We're making the best of it and showing up for our kids. Come on out and celebrate Halloween with MYRC! 👻🍬

A little goes a long way, and our kids are worth it! ❤️

We are here until all candy is gone. 🙂

10/31/2026

🎃 TODAY IS THE DAY!

Join us tonight at 5 PM for some Halloween fun! Bring the kiddos, show off those costumes, and grab some treats!

1818 Walnut St., Murphysboro

See you there! 👻🍬

If you would still like to set up, message us!

Come join the MYRC Trunk or Treat!

Saturday, October 31
Starting at 5 PM until treats are gone
1818 Walnut St.

🚗🍭 Want to participate and decorate a trunk? We’d love to have you! Email [email protected] or message us right here on Facebook.

We are still looking for a food truck or hot dog stand, if anyone is interested please contact us.

Come help us make it a fun night for the kids! 🧡🖤

10/26/2026

SPARK 618 is bringing its Construction Trades Youth Program to MYRC! 🔨

Ages 14–21
Starting October 20th
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays / 3:30–6:30 PM
Murphysboro Youth Recreation Center
Learn hands-on skills, explore careers, and start building your future!

Spread the word! Let’s build brighter futures together!

Secure your spot today. Download and email completed applications to [email protected]
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XqCTtDKJFhgj3PJmqS-gChEQrMV_-js5/view

Reach out to Spark 618 with any questions or if you experience issues with the application.

10/26/2026

It's almost time! 🍬🍭🍫

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

Address

1818 Walnut Street
Murphysboro, IL
62966

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8:30am - 1pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 1pm
Thursday	8:30am - 1pm
Friday	8:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+16186848243

Website

https://murphysboro.com/residents/community-information/youth-and-recreation-center/

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