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Tyrell Z Carter Conversation

On Friday, February 26, From 4 to 6 PM, Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County will host a Zoom conversation with Tyrell Zimmerman, author of Carter: My Dream, My Reality.

Along with being an author, Zimmerman is also a former professional football player, Boys & Girls Club Alumnus and Youth of the Year recipient.

Mr. Zimmerman will share his book with Club members, and have a question & answer period around mental health. Mr. Zimmerman will also have special guests join him to share the importance of literacy, acceptance, self-love and mental health.

The event is Zoom only for non-Boys & Girls Club members and Palmetto Elementary School students and staff. The target audience includes students grades K – 6, parents and family members.

For more information and to receive the Zoom link, send an email to Carter@bgcmanatee.org.

See the flyer for event information and to learn more about Carter: My Dream, My Reality.

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Since the after school program is limited, don’t forget about Club Connect, our virtual Club, with familiar Club staff and programs that they created for you in this online space. Click below to get started!

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Parents and Guardians

Now more than ever, it is imperative that we can get important information out to you in a timely manner. TraxTalk is a free app that allows us to send instant notifications to all parents and guardians of our Club members. To ensure that you receive our alerts and notifications, please click here to view an email sent to your email addresses we have on file. Please check your inboxes and junk folders to make sure you received it. If not, follow the steps to update your email with us. If you did receive the email, please make sure to download the app on your mobile device.

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CDC Offers Tips on How to Talk to Children About COVID-19

As new information about the Coronavirus outbreak floods conversations, the internet, news networks, mobile alerts and more, a child’s worries and fears can be eased by a trustworthy, calming voice. That’s where parents and other trusted adults can play a critical role in helping a child process the information in a way that helps relieve his or her concerns. The CDC offers tips that can help adults talk to children about COVID-19 and the thoughtful precautions they can use to help prevent the spread of the disease. Visit the CDC website to learn more.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County offers children and teens proven afterschool and summer programs focused on academic success, healthy lifestyles and good character & citizenship.

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Board Member receives prestigious National Silver Medallion from Boys & Girls Clubs of America

February 26, 2021/by Drue Duerschmidt

Free Childcare for Essential Healthcare Workers and First Responders

April 16, 2020/by Drue Duerschmidt

Congratulations Sandy! Our 2020-21 Youth of the Year

February 27, 2020/by Drue Duerschmidt

Youth of the Year Representative to Compete for State Title and Scholarship

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Ground Breaking Moment For Great Futures

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Kalista K. Named Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County’s 2018-19 Youth of the Year

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Diplomas to Degrees

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Project Learn

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Triple Play

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Net Smartz

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Smart Moves

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Passport to Manhood

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  • Tom Moseley with National Silver MedallionBoard Member receives prestigious National Silver Medallion from Boys & Girls Clubs of AmericaFebruary 26, 2021 - 4:29 pm
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