New Learning Center Unveiled
In May, the Eastside Branch unveiled its new Academic Learning Center. The vibrantly painted center is designed to support academic progress in the areas of mathematics, science, reading, writing and public speaking. It includes four additional new computers and new software such as PowerPoint, new science equipment, a stage for dramatic performances and public speaking, and a wide variety of books. A wall mural of Club members painted by New Orleans artist Wardell Picquet is the focal point of the facility. The Academic Center was made possible by grants from the Zachry Foundation, the S.A.Yes Foundation and the Charity Ball Association.

Variety of Programs Celebrate Black History Month
To commemorate National Black History Month, the Eastside branch hosted and participated in a full slate of programs. Club activities included writing essays about black history, participating in black history quizzes and showing movies about the civil rights movement. A Black History Month program was held at Carroll Elementary School, with a number of Club members performing in the production. Other events hosted at the Eastside branch included a fashion show and food tasting sponsored by the Organization for Black Unity, and a community information event sponsored by ATIVA -- Antioch Baptist Church, complete with a dance contest, a rap-off and prize giveaways from radio station 106.7, which broadcast live from the event.

Keystone Members Make Valentine's Day Brighter for Area Seniors
For their February service project, Eastside Keystone Club members made and delivered Valentine goody bags to a neighborhood senior citizen home. Club members enjoyed spending time talking with the seniors. The maturity and genuine concern they displayed for the home's residents greatly impressed the home's staff, who invited them to come back again soon.

Anthony Ray, Branch Director,
aray@bgcsatx.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio,
Eastside Branch
3503 Martin Luther King Dr.
San Antonio, TX. 78220
Tel (210) 227-2642
Fax (210) 223-1441


School Year
Monday - Friday 3pm - 8pm,
Saturday 9am - 3pm

Summer
Monday - Friday7am - 6pm