Booker T. Washington Community Center
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1114 W Johnson St
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 885-1899
(540) 332-3991
The Recreation Department holds classes, events and programs here during the week and on some weekends.
AVAILABLE FOR RENT:
Based on availability
RENTAL FEES:
$30 an hour - paid in full with contract
$225 a day - paid in full with contract
BUILDING AMENITIES:
Basketball gym/ auditorium
Kitchen (stove, 1 microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher)
Outside- Basketball courts
Ongoing programs:
Boys & Girls Club of Augusta County-http://www.augustabgclub.org
The City of Staunton is a major financial as well as in kind sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club at Booker T. Washington Community Center. Believing in the Boys and Girls Club ability to provide for underprivileged children, the City of Staunton contributes $40,000 per year to operate the after-school program. The City also supplies the use of the entire south wing of the building, the gym and restrooms, utilities and all physical plant free of charge to house the Boys and Girls Club in Staunton.
HELLO FUTURE: Workshop Series for Youth & their Parents
Light refreshments served.
FREE
Register for one or all by calling (540) 332-3991 or email robinsonmr@ci.staunton.va.us
Be Your Own Boss: What You Should Know About Starting Your Own Business
Always wanted to be your own boss? Take notes as four local business owners/leaders share how they got started and what steps you can take now to prepare for your own business.
Presenters: Ophie Kier-Owner/Manager Euro International Mortgage, Danny Robinson-Owner/Gifts of Distinction, Tyrell McElroy-CPO, Boys & Girls Club of Waynesboro, Staunton & Augusta County, Isaac Diggs-Pastor , Royal Priesthood Ministries
September 15
Developing & Marketing Your Talents
Are you really good at something and ready to take it to the next level but just don't know how to get the word out? This workshop will help you highlight what it is you do and help you take your talent/skill to the next level.
Presenter: Fontella Bundy, Beauty Consultant for Mary Kay
September 22
Life Skills- Cash, Dough, Cream
Eager to get your very own credit card and have your own green? Take this workshop first and learn the basics about how they work. Learn the difference between a credit and debit card. Find out how a checking account works and learn how to avoid costly fines.
Presenter: Sarah Landram, DuPont Community Credit Union
September 29
Life Skills– Basic Public Etiquette
Oh no she didn't. Don’t be the laughing stock at your next social event. Take this workshop and get hip to the basic rules of etiquette for school, home, work and church.
Presenter: Dwan Wormsley, Former Educator
October 6
Life-Skills-Networking & Connecting with the Community
Learn the importance of getting to know different people in your community and how these relationships can prove beneficial to you in the future. Find out which organizations would be happy to have your help!
Presenter: Diane Kellogg, Office on Youth
October 13
Sports Beyond the High School Level
Thinking about playing sports on the collegiate or professional level? Recruiters ringing your phone? Come to this workshop to find out what questions you should be asking and what to expect.
Presenter: Marcus Reed, Former College Basketball Player
October 20
All Girl Conference T-Shirt Design Contest
Celebrating Girls from Around the World
The All Girl Conference is an all-day event designed to help raise the self-esteem of teenage girls by connecting them with community resources. The Conference includes free breakfast and lunch, workshops, keynote speakers, informational booths, lots of door prizes, and much more!
RULES
1- Contest is open to ALL middle and high school students.
2- Artwork must be a two-dimensional original creation on 8 ½ X 11 paper. All art mediums are acceptable: paint, charcoal, water color, etc.
3- Print full name, age, school, phone number, and grade on the back of entry. Each contestant may submit only one entry.
Contestants under the age of 18 must also have a parent signature on back of entry.
Contest begins on August 15, 2011. Entries must be submitted in person or by mail to the address below on or before September 30, 2011.
AGC Art Contest
BTW Community Center
1114 W. Johnson St.
Staunton, VA 24401
JUDGING
Judges will select one grand prize winner.
Entries will be judged on
1) Relevance to Conference Theme: Celebrating Girls from Around the World and
2) Originality
PRIZE
1) Artwork from the winning entry will be published on the 2012 All Girl Conference t-shirts, programs, and other Conference materials.
2) Winner will receive a $50 Cash Prize and other goodies!
NOTIFICATION
Winner will be chosen and notified by phone by October 10th.
By entering the competition, you agree that your work is your own. All entries become property of sponsor. Artwork will not be returned. Entries from contestants under the age of 18 that do not have a parent’s signature will not be considered. By entering/signing, parents/participants agree to contest rules.
For more information call Makeba at (540) 332-3991 or email: robinsonmr@ci.staunton.va.us
Community Meetings and Programs held at
Booker T. Washington:
Mat Pack Wrestling
Mat Pack wrestling will begin its Fall session at 7pm, September 8 at Booker T. Washington Community Center. Registration will take place at that time for K-12th grade. This is an on-going club, sign-up and register anytime. Practices will be held at 6:15-8:15pm, Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Price: $35 per month
For Info: Coach West (540)849-9017
matpackwrestling@yahoo.com OR www.matpackwrestling.com
- United Voices Choir Saturdays 10am-11:15am
- Men's Group 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month @
7pm. This group is open to men of all ages who want to help improve the lives ofour local youth. Group Lead by Ophie Kier - African American Heritage Festival Foundation 2nd Tuesdays of every month @ 5:30pm
- 1940s-1960 R&B Music Class- 3rd Tuesday of each Month @ 5:30pm-Learn the history of R&B music, listen to some of your favorite groups and artists from this period, and share your thoughts in this free class led by R & B Historian, Al Leichter.
- S-Quad Dance Team
2nd & 4th Saturdays each month for ages 15-24 @11:30-2:30pm. Performance: All Girls Conference, April 17.
- BTW Alumni Association-2nd Thursday of every month @ 2:30pm
- Augusta County Training School Alumni 2nd Tuesday of every month @ 7:30pm
For further information or to reserve a rental, contact
Department of Parks & Recreation
P. O. Box 58, Staunton, VA 24402-0058
Telephone: (540) 332-3945 Fax: (540) 332-3983
Monday through Friday, 8AM - 5PM
