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West Cook County Youth Club: Reflecting on Dr. King and Building Community

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Club Activities Celebrate Dr. King’s LegacyOn Wednesday, January 15, the West Cook County Youth Club hosted activities for club members to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his birthday. Younger club members watched two educational videos about Dr. King’s life and participated in a Kahoot online trivia …

Spring into action!!

Black History Month Program On Thursday, February 28th, The Club hosted its annual Black History Month Program in the multipurpose room. Parents, guests, and club members enjoyed an inspiring event featuring singing, recitations, and speeches by club members. A special highlight of the evening was an African dance performance by former Youth Club member and …

It Was a Busy December at the West Cook County Youth Club!

December was a whirlwind of activity and generosity here at the West Cook County Youth Club. We want to take a moment to share three exciting highlights that kept us busy throughout the month: International Day of Giving On Tuesday, December 3rd, the spirit of giving was in the air as we participated in the …

A Season of Gratitude

Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway On Tuesday, November 26th, members of the Electrical Workers Union Local #9 brought their trailer to The Club, loaded with 50 turkeys and all the fixings for 50 Thanksgiving dinners. For many years, Local #9 has generously donated Thanksgiving dinners to Club families. Club members, staff, Board members, and Local #9 volunteers …

International Day of Giving

A Heartfelt Appeal for Support on the International Day of Giving As we approach the International Day of Giving, we are reminded of the incredible impact that generosity and community support have on the lives of young people. Today, we are honored to share a heartfelt message from two of our dedicated parents, Idris and …

Celebrating Unity: WCCYC’s 2nd Annual Anti-Bullying Day

On Wednesday, October 23rd, the West Cook County Youth Club hosted its 2nd annual Anti-Bullying Day as part of our celebration of Unity Month. This year, we were thrilled to see 56 Club members come together to participate in this important event, aimed at fostering awareness, empathy, and strategies for resisting bullying and negativity. Empowering …

Team Building With Proviso Township Youth Services: Developing Leadership and Skills

On September 20th, the West Cook County Youth Club (WCCYC) partnered with Proviso Township Youth Services for an engaging and educational team-building exercise. Five of our club members had the opportunity to participate in this activity, which focused on the essential skills of collaboration, communication, and leadership. The task? Setting up a tent—an exercise that …

Tour De Proviso: A Community Ride Through Proviso Township

On Saturday, October 5th, the West Cook County Youth Club (WCCYC) proudly joined the annual Tour De Proviso bike ride, bringing together over 100 cyclists for an exhilarating journey through Proviso Township. Among the riders were our very own Ed Sheehan and Jonathan Truman, who represented WCCYC with enthusiasm and energy. A Family Affair on …

Halloween Spooktacular: A Night of Fun, Fright, and Friendship!

The air was crisp, the moon was bright, and the excitement was palpable as over 170 young people and families gathered for an unforgettable night at the West Cook County Youth Club’s 2nd annual Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, October 19th. This highly anticipated event was a success at bringing together the Bellwood community for an …

WCCYC’s 33rd Annual Summer Golf Classic: A Swinging Success! – Recap

The West Cook County Youth Club (WCCYC) held its 33rd Annual Summer Golf Classic, and it was a day to remember! With perfect weather, an enthusiastic crowd, and some great golf, this year’s event saw a fantastic turnout. A total of 110 golfers joined us on the course, all to support a cause that’s near …

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