Youth ID cards are now available FREE to residents ages 6-17!

These cards allow youth FREE access to M-NCPPC's community centers throughout Prince George's County, and to many drop-in programs at the centers. With a FREE Youth ID card, teens ages 13-17 may enjoy Xtreme Teens Recreation Programs, and may use community center fitness/weight rooms for free. (Adult supervision is required in fitness/weight rooms for those ages 13-15.) Stop by any M-NCPPC community center to get your new, FREE, youth ID.

CAFÉ GROOVE

Cafe Groove Event at Oxon Hill Manor.

The Arts and Cultural Heritage Division has an ongoing initiative to encourage teenagers to use artistic expression as a means by which to further develop their intellectual prowess and set a positive example for their communities.

Café Groove starts includes an open mic segment and refreshments. Tickets are $3 each and can be purchased on line through SMARTlink. A limited number will be available at the door. For information call 301-454-1459, TTY 301-454-1472 or www.pgparks.com

Upcoming Café Groove events: See detailed information in calendar listings below

Friday, September 5, 7-10 pm
Rollingcrest-Chillum Community Center
6120 Sargent Road, Chillum
Information: 301-454-1459; TTY 301-454-1472
SMARTlink #124450

Friday, October 3, 7-10 pm
Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale
Information: 301-454-1459; TTY 301-454-1472
SMARTlink #124453

Friday, November 7, 7-10 pm
Prince George's Plaza Community Center
6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville
Information: 301-454-1459; TTY 301-454-1472
SMARTlink #124452

GET IN ON THE TEEN CO-ED DODGE BALL TOURNAMENT

College Park, MD - Get in on the teen co-ed dodge ball tournament on Saturday and Sunday, September 6 and 7, 2008 from 10 am-10 pm at the Ellen E. Linson Swimming Pool, 5211 Paint Branch Parkway, College Park, MD 20740.

This is for ages 13-17. The registration deadline is Monday, September 1. The cost is $50/team. The fee includes: team pool admission, officials, equipment, scorekeepers, staff and awards.

For more information call 301-277-3717, TTY 301-445-4512.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Fridays, 6-7 pm
Xtreme Teens: PowerPoint to Community Service
Learn how to create a PowerPoint file, then add in African American history facts to create a Black History Month presentation. Participants who attend a minimum of two of the four sessions will be eligible to receive community service hours.
Ages 14-17; FREE
Columbia Park Community Center
1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover
Information: 301-341-3749; TTY 301-445-4512

Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens Program
Bring your friends or meet new ones! Enjoy games, crafts, sports activities, crafts, and trips.
Ages 10-17
Langley Park Community Center
1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville
Information: 301-445-4500; TTY 301-445-4512

Fridays & Saturdays, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens Program
Stop by, meet new friends, and participate in a variety of sports, field trips, games, and fun! Participants must be Prince George's County residents.
Ages 13-17; FREE w/center ID
Peppermill Community Center
610 Hill Road, Landover
Information: 301-350-8410; TTY 301-218-6768

Tuesdays, September 2-December 2, 1-2:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Nature Explorers: Home-School Science Program
Explore the world of natural science, including live animals, preserved specimens, artifacts, multimedia presentations, discussions, hikes, and other activities. Students must enroll by September 2 for all 4 classes. Reservations required.
Ages 10-14
Fee: Resident $20; Non-Resident $25
Clearwater Nature Center
11000 Thrift Road, Clinton
Information: 301-297-4575; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #126436

Friday, September 5, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Café Groove
This creative expression workshop for teens features artists and an open mic.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Rollingcrest-Chillum Community Center
6120 Sargent Road, Chillum
Information: 301-853-2005; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, September 5, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens Trip: Prince George's County Fair
Join us for a night of fun and festivities. Free transportation provided; bring money for rides and food.
Ages 13-17
Berwyn Heights Community Center
6200 Pontiac Street, Berwyn Heights
Information: 301-345-2808; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, September 6, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Pizza/Ice Cream Social
Stop by for pizza/ice cream and movie (to be determined). Pre-registration required by September 3.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6
Patuxent Community Center
4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-780-7577; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturdays, September 6-27, 11 am-12:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Fall Basketball League
Teens (ages 14-17), play in a community-based league on Saturdays in September. All participating teens must have a FREE M-NCPPC Youth ID card. Reservations required.
Ages 14-17; FREE
Kentland Community Center
2411 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover
Information: 301-386-2278; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturdays, September 6 & 13, 3-5 pm
Xtreme Teens: MS PowerPoint Class
Learn how to create powerful slide shows with animation and sound.
Ages 12-15
Fee: Impact Area $23; Resident $30; Non-Resident $36
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124398

Saturday, September 6, 6-9 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Shadowland Laser
Play laser tag with your friends.
Ages 10-15
Fee: $20/person (Participants must have a valid M-NCPPC Youth ID card.)
Potomac Landing Community Center
12500 Fort Washington Road, Fort Washington
Information: 301-292-9191; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, September 6, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Jam
Listen to great DJ music as you and your friends dance.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6
Glassmanor Community Center
1101 Marcy Avenue, Oxon Hill
Information: 301-567-6033; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, September 6, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Back-to-School Game Night
Enjoy fun games and activities.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3
Suitland Community Center
5600 Regency Lane, Forestville
Information: 301-736-3518; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, September 6, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Cookout
Teens, celebrate your return to school and join us for fun activities and food.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Cedar Heights Community Center
1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant
Information: 301-773-8881; TTY 301-218-6768

Sunday, September 7, 1-4 pm
Xtreme Teens: NFL Sunday Kickoff Games
Watch NFL games with us on a big screen TV. Refreshments will be served.
Ages 12-17
Fee: Resident $3; Non-Resident $5
Temple Hills Community Center
5300 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills
Information: 301-894-6616; TTY 301-203-6030

Beginning Monday, September 8, 6-7 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: Hip-Hop, Beginning
Learn the latest styles and techniques of hip-hop during this 4-week course held on Mondays.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $40/4 weeks; Non-Resident $48/4 weeks
Palmer Park Community Center
7720 Barlowe Road, Landover
Information: 301-773-5665; TTY 301-218-6768
SMARTlink #124301

Friday, September 12, 7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Express Yourself
Learn how to let your creative ideas flow in this poetry workshop. Reservations required by September 6.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville
Information: 301-937-6613; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, September 12, 7 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Dance
Meet new friends and dance to your favorite music at the Wells-Linson Complex. Reservations required by September 12.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Wells-Linson Complex
5211 Paint Branch Parkway, College Park
Information: 301-277-3717; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, September 12, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: International Line Dance Social
Join the fun when "old school" meets "new school" for an evening of line dancing.
Ages 10 & up
Fee: Resident $4; Non-Resident $5
Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale
Information: 301-352-8983; TTY 301-218-6768

Friday, September 12, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Party
Enjoy a hip-hop DJ and light refreshments.
Ages 12-15
Fee: $2/person
Baden Community Center
13601 Baden-Westwood Road, Brandywine
Information: 301-888-1500; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, September 13, 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Conservation Club
This is the perfect opportunity for those interested in nature and the outdoors to complete their high school service learning hours. Work with Park Rangers on conservation projects throughout Prince George's County. Reservations required for this FREE program.
Ages 13-18
Park Ranger Office
14955 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-7755; TTY 301-699-2544

Mondays & Wednesdays, September 15-October 8, 7-8 pm
Xtreme Teens: Reading Skills
This reading enrichment course is for teens ages 13-16.
Fee: Impact Area $38; Resident $50; Non-Resident $60
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124408

Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 16-October 2, 7-8 pm
Xtreme Teens: Pre-Algebra
Fractions, decimals, equations and other math functions will be introduced.
Ages 11-15
Fee: Impact Area $23; Resident $30; Non-Resident $36
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124404

Friday, September 19, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: What Tastes Great?
Have fun seeing if you can tell the difference between popular brand name foods and generic brands.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3
Suitland Community Center
5600 Regency Lane, Forestville
Information: 301-736-3518; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, September 19, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Dance
Enjoy DJ music, contests, giveaways and refreshments.
Ages 12-15
Fee: $5 w/M-NCPPC Youth ID, $4 w/o M-NCPPC Youth ID
Stephen Decatur Community Center
8200 Pinewood Drive, Clinton
Information: 301-297-4648; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturdays, September 20-October 25, 8:30 am-10 am
Xtreme Teens: SAT Prep: Math
This class will help develop better reading comprehension and grammar skills.
Ages 13-18
Fee: Impact Area $38; Resident $50; Non-Resident $60
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124410

Saturday, September 20, 7-9 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: Boys Night Out
Enjoy an evening playing laser tag with the fellas. Fee includes transportation only. Call staff for information about admission fee. Reservations required by September 10.
Ages 10-17; FREE w/M-NCPPC Youth ID card
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768

Saturday, September 20, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: 3-on-3 Basketball Challenge
Show your basketball skills in our newly renovated gym. Reservations required by September 13.
Ages 13-17; FREE w/M-NCPPC Youth ID card
Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel
Information: 301-953-7882; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, September 20, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Programming Night
Bring your M-NCPPC Youth ID card and an appetite, as we plan activities for the year.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Potomac Landing Community Center
12500 Fort Washington Road, Fort Washington
Information: 301-292-9191; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, September 20, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Jam
Enjoy an evening of music, food and fun.
Ages 13-17; FREE w/M-NCPPC Youth ID card
Bowie Community Center
3209 Stonybrook Drive, Bowie
Information: 301-464-1737; TTY 301-218-6768

Sundays, September 21-November 9, 5-6:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Stroke & Turn Swimming Lessons
Sessions are designed to help improve stroke and racing techniques.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $55; Non-Resident $65
Rollingcrest-Chillum Splash Pool
6120 Sargent Road, Chillum
Information: 301-853-9115; TTY 301-445-4512
SMARTlink #127530

Saturday, September 27, 10 am-1 pm
Xtreme Teens: Adopt-A-Road Cleanup
Earn community service hours by helping us clean up the roads near the center. Reservations required by September 20.
Ages 12-17; FREE
Good Luck Community Center
8601 Good Luck Road, Lanham
Information: 301-552-1093; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, September 27-November 15, 3-5 pm
Xtreme Teens: Computer Keyboarding
Learn finger placement, develop typing speed and accuracy.
Ages 12-17
Fee: Impact Area $60; Resident $80; Non-Resident $96
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124378

Saturday, September 27, 7-9 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: Girls Night Out
Go on a shopping trip with your friends! Fee includes transportation only. Registration required by September 17.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768

Friday, October 3, 7 pm
Xtreme Teens: Café Groove - Coffee House
Café Groove is a monthly teen and family program offered at different locations throughout the county. Each coffee house features a mix of performing and visual arts including poetry readings, music, dance, theatre and an art show by local high school art students. Guest emcees, opening and closing acts, open mic and visual arts contest with cash prizes are also part of each coffee house. Admission fee includes refreshments. This month's program features an open mic and a visual art contest. Pre-registration suggested.
Ages 13-17
Tickets: $3/person (includes refreshments)
Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale
Information: 301-454-1459, 301-352-8983; TTY 301-454-1472
SMARTlink #124453

Friday, October 3, 7-9 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Digital Music Competition
Create as many songs as you can, pick your best and it will be judged for a prize. Participants can burn their masterpiece on a CD and share it with friends and family.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $3; Non-Resident $6
Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville
Information: 301-937-6613; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturdays, October 4-25, 9:30-11:30 am
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Sewing: Beginning
Learn basic sewing techniques.
Ages 11-17
Fee: Impact Area $35; Resident $52; Non-Resident $65
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #125302

Saturday, October 4, 9:30-11:30 am
Synergy Teens Making a Difference, Naturally
Synergy Membership Meeting & Orientation
Volunteer Projects throughout the County, Outdoor Recreation, Workshops, Training, Charity Events, Stewardship of the Environment. Sign up today from the volunteer page.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Free
Mt. Rainer Nature Center
4701 31st Place
Mount Rainier, MD 20712

Tuesdays & Wednesdays, October 7-October 23, 7-8 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Algebra Workshop
Expand your knowledge of this branch of mathematics. Using symbols, study the effects of adding and multiplying with a set.
Ages 11-16
Fee: Impact Area $23; Resident $30; Non-Resident $36
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124372

Friday, Oct 10, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens Open House
Find out about job opportunities, service learning and volunteer options, classes, trips & excursions, health & wellness programs, college preparation, open gym, sports & more. Meet the staff and register to win a Nintedo Wii when you set up, renew, or scan your free youth ID.
Ages Open to all Families and Teens 10-17
Fee: Free
Go to www.pgparks.com/places/commctr.html to see participating community centers

Wednesdays, October 22-November 26, 7-8:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Modeling: Advanced
Learn advanced runway techniques and participate in an in-house fashion show. Must have completed the Modeling: Beginning course.
Ages 11-17
Fee: Impact Area $53; Resident $70; Non-Resident $88
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #125279

Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 28-November 18, 7-8 pm
Xtreme Teens: Geometry
Expand your knowledge of this branch of mathematics. Learn to deal with spatial relationships.
Ages 12-17
Fee: Impact Area $23; Resident $30; Non-Resident $36
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #124387

Saturday, October 11, 10:30 am
Xtreme Teens: Community Day of Service
Help us clean up the local park, and earn community learning service hours. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations required by October 5.
Ages 12-17; FREE
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Street, North Brentwood
Information: 301-864-0756; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, October 11, 7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Nature Walk
Enjoy the outdoors - take a walk along the trail near the center.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville
Information: 301-937-6613; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, October 17, 6:30-8:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens: Roller Skating
Take a break and join us for our indoor roller skating party. Bring your own skates or use ours.
Ages 10-13
Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $7
Columbia Park Community Center
1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover
Information: 301-341-3749; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, October 17, 7-10:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Campfire Creep Show
This is a movie night that you'll never forget. Bring a sleeping bag, flashlight, jacket, hat, gloves, and an appetite!
Ages 13-17; FREE
William Beanes Community Center
5108 Dianna Drive, Suitland
Information: 301-568-7719; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, October 25, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Halloween Costume Party
Wear your costume, and enjoy music, refreshments, and dance and freestyle competitions. Participants must have a valid M-NCPPC Youth ID card.
Ages 10-17
Fee: $3/person
Suitland Community Center
5600 Regency Lane, Forestville
Information: 301-736-3518; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, October 25, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Night of the Living Laser Tag
Play a spooky, scary, game of Laser Tag "Haunted Style." Watch out for scary sounds and faces. Light refreshments will be served.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Free w/M-NCPPC Youth ID card, $3 w/o M-NCPPC Youth ID card
Temple Hills Community Center
5300 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills
Information: 301-894-6616; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, October 25, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: London After Midnight Party
Spend an evening in the streets of London at William Beanes Community Center. All guests should come dressed in their best vampire attire. Enjoy live DJ music, games, prizes, candy, and more. Best vampire costume wins a prize!
Ages 13-17
Fee: $3 w/M-NCPPC Youth ID card, $5 w/o M-NCPPC Youth ID card
William Beanes Community Center
5108 Dianna Drive, Suitland
Information: 301-568-7719; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, October 31, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Halloween Hop
Join other teens for a night of music and games. Teens must be members of the Xtreme Teens program.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Prince George's Plaza Community Center
6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville
Information: 301-864-1611; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, October 31, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Halloween Hop
Bring your friends and travel with us to Prince George's Plaza Community Center's Halloween Hop. Make sure you come dressed in your best costume. Space is limited, register early. Reservations required.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident (only) $5
Berwyn Heights Community Center
6200 Pontiac Street, Berwyn Heights
Information: 301-345-2808; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, October 31, 7:30-8:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Scavenger Hunt
Search for prizes, candy, and surprises. Don't forget to bring your mask and flashlight for de"light"ful fun.
Ages 14-17; FREE
John E. Howard Community Center
4400 Shell Street, Capitol Heights
Information: 301-735-3340; TTY 301-218-6768

XTREME TEENS SCENE PROGRAM

The Special Programs Division's Xtreme Teens Scene Program is designed for teens with developmental disabilities, ages 13-20, who reside in Prince George's County, are able to function in a small group, and can participate in community-based activities. The activities vary and are offered two weekend days per month. There are two meeting locations: Glenn Dale Community Center and Marlow Heights Community Center. For more information about the Teen Scene Xtreme Teens program, call the Special Programs Division at 301-454-1480.

XTREME TEENS SCENE PROGRAM: SOCIAL CLUB LOCATION

Central Area
Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale
301-352-8983; TTY 301-218-6768