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From the Couch to the Finish Line: Get Ready for the Doc & Mardie 5K

  • July 15, 2025

If you’ve ever said, “I could never run a 5k,” we’re here to tell you, yes, you absolutely can! Whether you’re new to running, getting back into fitness, or just need a little motivation, our Couch to 5k training plan is the perfect way to get moving at your own pace, and...

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Bambino Buddy Ball Opening Day!

  • July 14, 2025

Opening Day:  Bambino Buddy Ball at Purnell-Wrigley Field! Join us for an unforgettable Opening Day as we kick off our very first season of Bambino Buddy Ball, a baseball league designed for kids with special needs to experience the joy of the game in a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment. Location Purnell-Wrigley Field, 47 Mathews...

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Olympic Swimmer Cody Miller to Host Elite Swim Clinic & Meet

  • July 10, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Olympic Swimmer Cody Miller to Host Elite Swim Clinic and Meet at the Alfond Youth & Community Center  Waterville, Maine — July 8, 2025 — The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is proud to welcome USA Olympic breaststroke medalist Cody Miller for a world-class Swim Clinic and Meet...

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Step Into Summer with the 100-Mile Walking Challenge – A Member Exclusive!

  • June 05, 2025

Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to lace up your sneakers and join our 100-Mile Walking Challenge, exclusively for our members! Whether you’re strolling through the neighborhood, power-walking on your lunch break, or exploring your favorite trail, every step counts; and now, it’s easier than ever to track...

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University of Maine and AYCC Launch Statewide STEAM Education Initiative for Youth in Maine

  • May 22, 2025

In a bold step toward transforming youth development in Maine, the University of Maine and the Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on May 29, 2025, to officially launch a statewide STEAM education initiative. The agreement sets the foundation for an ambitious, multi-year plan to engage youth across the...

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Workforce Readiness Launch

  • January 30, 2025

Alfond Youth & Community Center Offers Free Workforce Readiness Program for Teens and Young Adults Waterville, Maine – January 27, 2025 – The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is proud to announce the launch of its Workforce Readiness Program, a free initiative designed to prepare teens and young adults, ages...

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