Upcoming Events

Snowflake Sparkle of Wellness
Dec
13

Snowflake Sparkle of Wellness

Ready to sparkle with wellness this season? Join us at The Snowflake Sparkle of Wellness in Prince George’s County on December 13 at 4-7:30 pm! Free health screenings, wellness resources & more for all ages!

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Gala 2025: Investing in Our Youth and Their Dreams
May
8

Gala 2025: Investing in Our Youth and Their Dreams

Join us for the LAYC Gala, an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating our youth and community impact! Stay tuned for more details on this unforgettable event, where we’ll honor the power of young leaders, supporters, and partners who make it all possible. Exciting updates are coming soon—save the date!

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Teen Center Fall Exhibit 2024
Dec
12

Teen Center Fall Exhibit 2024

Join us on Thursday, December 12th, for the Teen Center’s Fall 2024 Exhibition: Chronicles of Us—Stories from Our Lives!

This special event will showcase the creativity and personal stories of our talented youth through art and storytelling. Come and celebrate their hard work and unique perspectives at LAYC from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

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Nov
16

LAYC Community Clothing Swap In Style

Join us for our Community Clothing Swap at LAYC on Saturday, November 16, from 12 pm-4 pm! Refresh your wardrobe by bringing gently used clothing while enjoying free refreshments, and take advantage of our free HIV/STI and pregnancy testing services.

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LAYC Teen Center Open House
Sep
10

LAYC Teen Center Open House

📣 Join Us for the LAYC Teen Center Open House! 📣

This Fall, explore the exciting opportunities at the LAYC Teen Center! Students can learn about the different tracks available this semester, including Art, Media, Leadership, and Performance. Whether you're interested in expressing your creativity, building leadership skills, or performing on stage, there's something for everyone.

📅 Date: September 10th
🕒 Time: 3:00-6:00 pm
📍 Location: LAYC Teen Center, 1419 Columbia Rd NW

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Empower YOUth Resource Fair
Sep
7

Empower YOUth Resource Fair

The Empower YOUth Resource Fair is a community-focused event dedicated to supporting Montgomery County residents by providing essential necessities. Attendees can access a free clothing drive for men and women, hygienic products, free haircuts, and more!

The fair will also host a variety of community services and organizations offering free resources and support.

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Giant Community Bag Program
Sep
1
to Sep 30

Giant Community Bag Program

Exciting News! We are proud to announce our partnership with Giant Community Bag Program! For every reusable Community Bag purchased at participating Giant Food stores this month, we’ll receive a $1 donation to support our youth programs. Thank you for helping us make a difference, one bag at a time!

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Food Distribution & Clothing Giveaway
Aug
30

Food Distribution & Clothing Giveaway

Join us on August 30, 2024, for a Clothing Drive and Food Distribution Event in partnership with Good Intentions and Councilmember Eric Olson. We'll be distributing free clothing and food while supplies last. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support our community!

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Summer's Out, School's In
Aug
29

Summer's Out, School's In

Join us for Summer's Out, School's In at LAYC on August 29 from 3-7pm! As we wrap up an amazing summer, we're gearing up to kick off the school year with excitement and enthusiasm. This event is a perfect opportunity for students, families, and community members to come together for a day filled with fun activities, resources, and support to help make the transition back to school a smooth one. Let's celebrate the end of summer and get ready to start the school year strong!

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National HIV Testing Day
Jun
27

National HIV Testing Day

We are excited to invite you to our National HIV Testing Day event on Thursday, June 27th, at the Latin American Youth Center. This year's event will feature a fun and informative Loteria-inspired game, offering engaging and educational opportunities to learn about HIV prevention, access valuable resources, and get tested.

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Youth Pride Party
Jun
12

Youth Pride Party

we will be hosting a Youth Pride Party next Wednesday, June 12th from 3:30-6pm at the Kaplan building in DC! We will have music, games, arts and crafts, face painting, food, and more. This will be in both the Community Room and Teen Center.

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Breakfast for Heroes
Mar
5

Breakfast for Heroes

  • Adele H. Stamp Student Union, Colony Ballroom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Mark your calendars for our Breakfast for Heroes event! Join us for a heartfelt morning dedicated to honoring those who go above and beyond for our youth and families.

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PG MLK: Day Of Service
Feb
19

PG MLK: Day Of Service

Join us for MLK Day of Service on February 19, 2024 as we come together to build a beloved community through unity, service, and collaboration. Make sure to register for the event!

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Teen Center Open House
Jan
17

Teen Center Open House

Discover endless opportunities at LAYC Teen Center! Are you or someone you know interested in joining our after-school program? Join us at our open house on January 17 from 3:30-5:30 pm to explore engaging activities and gain new skills!

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Winter Wellness Wonderland Health Fair
Dec
16

Winter Wellness Wonderland Health Fair

Join us at our Winter Wellness Wonderland Health Fair on Saturday, Dec 18, from 10 AM to 2 PM at our Riverdale site. Explore a range of resources and activities to nurture your winter wellness journey. We also encourage donations of canned goods and pantry items to support those in need in the community. Make sure to register for the event!

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Coats and Cocoa
Nov
28

Coats and Cocoa

Come and donate your gently used and clean coat to our coat drive while getting treated to a delicious hot cocoa and pan dulce on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

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DC Health Link
Nov
4

DC Health Link

Join DC Health Link Open Enrollment Community Day & Health Fair on Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 11:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr Library.

There will be onsite enrollment, health screenings, local entertainment, healthy cooking, and wellness demonstrations, Hip Hop freestyle dance exercise, giveaways, and more.

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Noche Latina with D.C United
Sep
23

Noche Latina with D.C United

Help our youth achieve their goalsss! For this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrate Noche Latina with DC United at Audi Field, where $5 of every ticket purchased will go to LAYC. Use the link below to purchase tickets and learn more about the event!

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Giant Community Bag Program with LAYC
Sep
1
to Sep 30

Giant Community Bag Program with LAYC

LAYC has been selected for the Giant Food Community Bag Program for the entire month of September! Each time you purchase the $2.50 Community Bag at your local Giant Food store, LAYC will share a ½ share of a $1 donation to benefit our youth.

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AmeriCorps Annual Closing Ceremony
Aug
11

AmeriCorps Annual Closing Ceremony

The event will occur on August 11 from 6:00-8:00 PM. As we all know, AmeriCorps members are a main component of our foundation and remain a backbone and continue supporting all departments. The hard work never goes unnoticed, and our annual closing ceremonies are put together to showcase community efforts throughout the year and show appreciation for our members.

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