Mentor Duluth October News
Halloween Carnival
The Duluth YMCA will be hosting the Third Annual Halloween Carnival on Wednesday, October 31st from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Join us for carnival games and tasty treats. Non-violent costumes are welcome, so come in your most ghoulish attire. The carnival is open to both YMCA members and non-members. So come and have a frightfully fun evening!!
Be there or beware!
True North Volunteer Center
Looking for cool stuff to do with your mentee? Volunteering is a great way to have fun, experience new things and show kids the importance of giving back to the community. True North Volunteer Center can help you find the perfect activity, from caring for animals to taking part in exciting events. Log on to our website today to check out hundreds of volunteer opportunities in the area and get started on the one that is just right for the two of you! www.truenorthvolunteercenter.org
Five Points
Five Points is a new tutoring program that takes place in several Duluth area schools. The goal of Five Points is to create meaningful relationships by connecting youth in grades 4-8 with volunteer tutor. Tutors are asked to make a commitment to meet with an individual youth for at least 45 minutes a week for the school year. Matches will meet at the school, either during the day or after school hours, depending on the site. A tutor may expect to help with homework, aid with specific subject areas, and participate in educational games and activities with the youth.
If you would like to tutor your existing mentee in school, know of someone who would be interested in becoming a tutor, or are a parent of a youth in these grades that could benefit from the academic help, please contact Nelle Rhicard at 722-4745, ext. 126 or nrhicard@duluthymca.org.
Match of the Month
Karla and Michelle have been matched through Mentor Duluth for about a year, but have known each other for about four years through the Boys & Girls Club. Some of Karla and Michelle's favorite activities include baking, sleepovers, adventure walks along the Boardwalk, going out to eat at new restaurants, watching movies, looking at Christmas lights on Park Point, going to the Mentor Duluth hockey game, going out for ice cream and just talking. Some of the latest adventures have involved driver's training for Michelle. This has been a time for the two of them to really bond, and hang on for their lives!!! They also enjoy being active together, and have been known to run marathons together and they played in a soccer tournament this summer.
Karla and Michelle have nick-names for each other that they think perfectly describe them, Michelle is the "Dork Princess" and Karla is the "Dork Queen". Michelle says that Karla is one of the most fun people to hang out with, because they can just go crazy together! Michelle also says that she loves talking to Karla because she can relate to her and they have so much in common. Michelle says that Karla gives her advice and is always there for her. Karla has taught Michelle to stay strong when faced with peer pressure, never give up, and she can achieve anything she sets her mind to. Karla has also helped Michelle get along better with her family. They have developed a sister bond. They have had their ups and downs, but can't imagine their lives without each other. They both say they are really lucky to have one another and are sure they will make many more memories together!
Beaner's Central
Buy One, Get One 1/2 Price!!!
Special offer for mentors and mentees when you present your match card. Buy one beverage, get one 1/2 price! Must be with your mentor/mentee to recieve the 1/2 price beverage.
Beaner's Central Coffeehouse, located on Central Avenue off Grand, is the area's premiere all-age listening room, hosting unique concerts of acoustic acts as well as full bands of some of the best musicians sharing their original music. Also featuring games, wireless internet and a fun atmosphere, Beaner's makes a perfect spot to spend time with your match, working on homework or just talking.
Check out the website for fun activities and bands at www.beanerscentral.com.
Upcoming Shows:
- Saturday, October 6th at 8 p.m.
- An Indy Rock Show featuring "Men Who Control the Weather" Along with two other guest bands
- Saturday, October 13th at 8 p.m.
- A Ska and Punk Show featuring "Super Smasher" " Moving to Pluto" and "Hardcore Crayon"
All concerts are FREE. Limited tickets available, please call Jen at 723-3523 to sign up.
Thank you to Beaner's Central for their generous and on-going support of the Mentor Duluth program.
Mentor Duluth Activities
Call 722-4745 Ext. 120 to sign up for activities
Matches and Waiting List
Match and Family Fun Night
- When:
- Friday, October 19
- Time:
- 6:00 P.M.
- Where:
- Neighborhood Youth Center in the Washington Center - 310 No. 1st Avenue West (please park in visitor parking spots)
- Notes:
- Please join us for an evening of food, games, art gym activities, and a whole lot of fun! This is a great chance to meet some of our new staff, families, and other matches. Limited transportation may be available so please RSVP by Tuesday, October 16th by contacting program advocate or call 722-4745 ext. 120.
Pal Activity
Pumpkin Carving
- Date:
- Tuesday, October 30
- Time:
- 5:00-7:00 P.M.
- Cost:
- Free:
- Location:
- YMCA
- Notes:
- Join volunteers from Phi Sigma Sigma at the YMCA for Halloween snacks, games, and pumpkin carving! 10 youth of any age are encouraged to join in on the fun! Transportation will be provided so please sign-up. To sign-up call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120.
For Everyone
Dance with the Ducks
- Date:
- Friday, October 5
- Time:
- 4:30 - 8:00 P.M.
- Cost:
- $10.00 a person; $18.00 a couple; $25.00 for the whole family!
- LOCATION:
- YMCA Camp Miller on Sturgeon Lake
- Notes:
- Start off with a sizzlin' fiddle, then add a spicy guitar, smokin' mandolin and hot sting bass. Put them all together to create a dynamic string band. Next, add a warm, friendly caller to skillfully teach all kinds of fun dances. Mix dancers together in a spirit of community and season with laughter and high spirits. Now your cookin'!
Match Activity
Fused Glass Ornaments & Holiday Gift Making
- When:
- Thursday, November 2nd
- Time:
- 5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
- Where:
- Neighborhood Youth Center in the Washington Center - 310 No. 1st Avenue West (please park in visitor parking spots)
- Notes:
- Join us to learn a new art, make holiday gifts and support Mentor Duluth. We will be creating fused glass ornaments and another gift. For each project you create, you will make one to take home and one to donate to Mentor Duluth for sale at the Festival of the Trees.Both projects will also make great holiday gifts. Call 722-4745 ext. 120 to sign -up.
Duck for the Oyster
Duck for the Oyster will be performing at YMCA Camp Miller on Sturgeon Lake. Come and enjoy chili or soup from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Dancing begins at 6:00 p.m.!
All proceeds go to the YMCA Campship Fund. So come dance with the Ducks and help send a kid to camp! For more info call Camp Miller at (218)372-3188
Keep your eyes open for the next activity put on. We will have one with Phi Sigma Sigma every last Tuesday of the month!
Past Newsletters
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