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Toys 4 Tots a Great Success!
The Livingston Youth and Community Services (LYCS) Leaders Toys 4 Tots annual community campaign was a great success again this year! These gifts of assortment of games, books, soft toys, dolls, action figures, art and painting supplies etc… were donated by the kind generosity of the Livingston community. This collaborative project was spearheaded by LYCS Leaders and included the Heritage Middle School Student Council, and staff at the Town Hall, Senior Community Center, Monmouth Court Community Center, YMCA of Essex County, Livingston Public Library, and the West Essex Tribune’s office. These wonderful gifts brought holiday cheer to less fortunate children in Essex County.
The toys were distributed by the Mental Health Association of Essex County (MHAEC) to children who were most in need. Several different programs were able to take advantage of Livingston generosity, and used the toys and games to brighten up the holidays for many children. These included children served in the agency’s unified care management program and children from the Latino Outreach Program. Gifts were delivered to children seeking shelter with their homeless families, and to children engaged in mental health treatment. Whenever possible, gifts for the children were given to their moms and dads who in turn became a special “Santa” and delivered their gifts to their own children, helping to strengthen family bonds. In a time of economic difficulties and high unemployment, LYCS Leaders and the Livingston community displayed humanity, kindness and wonderful generosity, making this a holiday season to remember.
LYCS is a community-based, after-school program that teaches leadership, healthy life choices and life skills to students (gr 2-12) in Livingston. In addition, LYCS provides community service opportunities and community programming. Registration is ongoing throughout the year. For more information about our programs, please visit our website: www.livingstonlycs.org or email: lycs@livingstonnj.org. LYCS is a Township of Livingston: Senior, Youth and Leisure Services program and is funded in part by the Livingston Municipal Alliance Committee (LMAC).
Toys 4 Tots Campaign Ends Dec 18, 2011
Join us this Holiday season in collecting Toys4Tots for children in need. Please donate a new gift, wrapped or unwrapped. If wrapped please label – boy, girl or unisex and age range of gift. Clean and gently used toys are also accepted.
Collection Baskets are at the following locations: Senior Community Center (204 Hillside Avenue), Monmouth Court Community Center (26 Monmouth Ct), Livingston Public Library, West Essex YMCA, and the offices of West Essex Tribune
Last pick up dates for gifts is December 18, 2011
For more information, contact Susan Ridley, Program Supervisor – Community Services at 979-535-2646 or email lycs@livingstonnj.org
CareOne Holiday Talent Show 2011
Join us on December 17, 2011 for the Annual CareOne Holiday Talent Show. The show will take place between 2:00-3:00 pm at CareOne in Livingston (68 Passaic Ave, 2nd Building in back).
Open to all ages and talents.
Email lycs@livingstonnj.org if interested with Name, Age, and Talent, or call 973-535-2646.
LYCS Leaders Halloween Party 2011 Photos
LYCS Halloween Party was a great success. See the Photos.
Class Schedules and Registration for 2011-2012 LYCS Leaders
Grade 2 Young Leaders:
Fee $65.00
This NEW program meets once a month at the Elementary school from 2:25—3:30 pm. Students are taught social, emotional, and leadership skills in a fun, educational program that is age appropriate. The program includes topics on making friends, self-esteem, communication and listening skills. Snacks and recreation time are provided.Leaders – Grades 3-5: Fee $65.00
Leaders (grades 3-5) meet once a month at their own school from 2:25 pm to 3:40 pm. This is a fun, educational program that addresses different topics each month and includes recreation time. Students are taught different skills including listening, communication, self-esteem, responsibility, respect and teamwork. Snacks and recreation time are provided.
Elementary Class Schedules:
Grade 5 Leaders Club: Fee $65.00
Leaders Grade 5 Club will meet once a month at Monmouth Court Community Center from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. There is a core curriculum and students choose additional topics of interest to them. Pizza and refreshments are provided. Recreation takes place in the game room at Monmouth Court.
Dates: 10/25, 11/30, 12/15; 1/24, 2/15, 3/22, 4/18, 5/22
Peer Leaders Club – Grades 6-8: Fee $65.00
Peer Leaders Club (grades 6-8) meet once a month at Monmouth Court Community Center from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. There is a core curriculum and students choose additional topics of interest to them. Students Adopt-a-Charity at the beginning of the school year, coordinate the Time 4 Teens Newsletter and have an End of Year Party at Funplex. Pizza and refreshments are provided. Recreation takes place in the game room at Monmouth Court.
Dates: 10/26, 11/29, 12/14; 1/26, 2/28, 3/21, 4/19, 5/23
End of Year Party at FUNPLEX in June (TBA).
Peer to Peer – Grades 9-12: Fee $65.00
Peer to Peer (grade 9-12) meet once a month at Monmouth Court Community Center for general meetings (5:30 pm to 7:00 pm). Peer to Peer is a student-led leadership program committed to an ATOD-free lifestyle (Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs). Students decide topics of interest, community service, and have an opportunity to participate in cross-age teaching, leadership training, and weekend at Camp Bernie (dates TBA). Pizza and refreshments are provided.
Dates: 10/24, 11/23, 12/22; 1/30, 2/29, 3/29, 4/25, 5/24, 6/18
Registration is now open for all of LYCS Leaders programs. Please make checks payable to: Township of Livingston
Want to Register?
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By Mail: Send forms and check to: Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS), 204 Hillside Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039
Or register in person at the Senior Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave, Livingston, NJ
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