FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Waterville, ME – February 19 – The 2026 Polar Plunge is making a splash for a powerful cause: providing nutritious meals to youth in local programs. This high-energy winter fundraising event invites individuals, teams, families, and businesses to take the icy plunge and help combat youth hunger and food...
Read moreFebruary Vacation is right around the corner, and we’re turning up the energy at the Alfond Youth & Community Center. Whether your family is staying local or looking for fun ways to keep kids active, engaged, and connected during school break, we’ve got you covered. From expanded open swim times to...
Read moreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Waterville, ME – February 12 – This weekend, community pride and friendly competition take center stage as local firefighters and police officers face off in the annual Battle of the Badges, a high-energy community fundraising event benefitting youth and adult programming at the Alfond Youth & Community Center...
Read moreA lot is happening at the AYCC as we head into a new season of programs, sports, and summer planning. Whether you’re looking ahead to spring activities, preparing for youth sports, or getting a jump on summer opportunities, here’s everything you need to know about current and upcoming registration at...
Read moreFebruary 6, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Monica Charette, shineoncass@gmail.com, 207-314-6996 ShineOnCass Foundation and AYCC Launch “Shine Together” Youth Mentoring Program Oakland, Maine — ShineOnCass Foundation, in partnership with Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) in Waterville, is proud to announce the launch of Shine Together, a new youth mentoring program to foster...
Read moreCelebrating the Power of Mentorship at the AYCC January is National Mentoring Month, and as we close out the month, the Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is proud to celebrate the powerful impact of mentoring in the lives of young people – and the adults who support them. The AYCC’s mission...
Read moreFeaturing the Youth Pond Hockey Tournament, Family-Friendly Winter Jamboree & Maine Ice Golf Scramble Waterville, Maine – January 30 – Lace up your skates and mark your calendars; the Maine Pond Hockey Classic, one of New England’s most anticipated outdoor pond hockey tournaments, is set to ignite winter at Camp...
Read moreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Alfond Youth & Community Center Names Steven Scraggs Chief Executive Officer: to Begin February 1 Waterville, Maine – January 28, 2026 – The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) today announced that Steven Scraggs has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1, 2026. Scraggs will lead AYCC’s mission...
Read moreThe Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is proud to participate in the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) Youth of the Year (YOY) program – BGCA’s premier youth recognition initiative that celebrates leadership, service, academic success, and personal growth. We are currently seeking a few outstanding teens to represent...
Read moreThe information below is from an email to Members & Community Guests dated December 30, 2025. We have important reminders and updates to share as we welcome in a new year. First, safety is still our top priority. Please remember these important safety policies: Members must have a recent photo attached to their account...
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