Manchester Youth Service Bureau

06/16/2026

06/04/2026

🌟 Leadership Academy: Hartford Metro 2026 🌟

Are you ready to grow as a leader, strengthen your confidence, and make a real impact in your community?

The Leadership Academy: Hartford Metro is a two-day immersive experience where young people learn through action—not lectures. Participants will engage in interactive activities, team challenges, and meaningful reflection while building leadership skills that can create lasting change.

✨ Learn valuable leadership skills
✨ Build confidence and find your voice
✨ Connect with peers from across the region
✨ Design and lead a Sustainable Impact Project focused on a real community issue
✨ Lunch provided

📅 June 22–23, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 20 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT

This program is offered at no cost to attend, but space is limited.

Leadership isn't about having all the answers—it's about being willing to step forward, learn, collaborate, and make a difference.

Register today and start your journey as a changemaker! 🌎💡

06/04/2026

All About Girls 🌸

Growing up comes with lots of questions, changes, and new experiences. Join us for All About Girls, a special program designed for girls in grades 4–7 and their parent or guardian.

This free event will feature an informative discussion led by Town of Manchester Community Health Nurse Danielle Barberich, focusing on the physical and emotional development of girls during early adolescence. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and engage in open conversation in a supportive, judgment-free environment.

✨ Dinner will be provided
✨ Girls will receive their own "Period Pack" to take home
✨ Safe, welcoming space for learning and discussion

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Manchester Youth Service Bureau

Registration is required and space may be limited.

To register, please contact:
📧 [email protected]

We look forward to an evening of education, empowerment, and support for girls and their families. 💖

05/21/2026

05/06/2026

🥞 Join us for a meaningful morning of community, connection, and pancakes! 🥞

The Manchester Elks Lodge #1893 will be hosting a Drug Awareness Pancake Fundraiser on Saturday, May 16th from 9:00–11:00 AM.

✨ All-you-can-eat pancakes
✨ $10 per person
✨ Honoring the winners of the D.A.P. Poster Contest

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Drug Awareness Program.

📍 Manchester Elks Lodge #1893
30 Bissell Street
Manchester, CT 06040

We hope to see you there as we come together to support youth awareness and celebrate our local students!

05/06/2026

The Manchester Youth Service Bureau’s Youth & Police Program is back with exciting upcoming events for local high school students! ⚾🌲🇺🇸

This program gives youth the opportunity to build positive relationships with local police officers through team-building activities and community service experiences.

Upcoming Events:
⚾ Hartford Yard Goats Game – May 15
🇺🇸 Memorial Day Flag Laying Service Project – May 20
🌲 Adventure Park at Storrs – June 5

Interested in participating?
Please contact Kellie Gauvin:
📧 [email protected]

05/06/2026

Looking for a fun way to spend time outdoors with family this spring? 🌿🐦

Join the Manchester Youth Service Bureau for a Family Nature Walk at Oak Grove Nature Trail!

Families will enjoy:
🍃 A leisurely one-mile hike
🔍 A nature scavenger hunt
🪶 A personal collection box for treasures found along the way
🏡 A take-home birdfeeder kit for each family

📅 Thursday, May 13, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Oak Grove Nature Trail
(269 Oak Grove St., Manchester)

Please bring water and comfortable shoes.

To register, contact Kellie:
[email protected]

05/06/2026

We want to share an update with our community 💛

The Cultural Dinners scheduled for this summer—Italian (6/23) and Peruvian (7/21)—have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

We truly appreciate your understanding and continued support. While we’re disappointed, we look forward to bringing meaningful cultural experiences back in the future.

Stay tuned for upcoming programs and events—we can’t wait to connect with you again soon.

05/04/2026

Applications are now OPEN for the Manchester Summer Youth Employment Learning Program! 🎉

This is a great opportunity for teens to gain real-world experience, build skills, and connect with mentors in a supportive environment.

🗓 Apply by June 1st
⚠️ Spots are limited and filled on a first come, first served basis
👥 Must be 16 by July 1st

👉 Apply here: https://capitalworkforce.org/

We encourage interested youth and families to apply as soon as possible—this program fills quickly every year!

04/29/2026

We are ONE week away! Registration opens on Wednesday, May 6th at 9:00 AM for Manchester residents (Friday, May 8th for non-residents). Registration can be completed over-the-phone, in-person at the Community Y and the Center Springs Lodge, or online by visiting: https://reconline.townofmanchester.org/.../SPLASH.html

Check out the Department of Leisure, Family & Recreation's slate of upcoming programs, special events, services, and much more! To view the *NEW* Interactive digital guide, please visit: https://www.flipsnack.com/57FF8EB569B/manchesternow
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Questions? Please contact the Recreation Division at (860)647-3084.