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April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month: Creating Safer Spaces Together

  • April 08, 2026

At the AYCC, creating a safe, supportive environment for every child is at the heart of everything we do. This April, in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we’re joining organizations across the country in raising awareness, sharing resources, and empowering the community to take an active role in protecting...

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Braving the Ice for Meals – Polar Plunge 2026

  • March 16, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Are You Brave Enough? The 2026 Polar Plunge is Just Days Away! Community members to brave the icy waters this Saturday to fund meals for local youth.  Waterville, ME – March 17 – The countdown is on. In just 5 days, the Oakland Boat Launch will transform into a hub...

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AYCC After School Program Students Explore STEAM Opportunities at the University of Maine

  • March 13, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AYCC After School Program Students Explore STEAM Opportunities at the University of Maine Waterville, ME – March 13 – Students from the After School Program at the Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) recently had the opportunity to visit the campus of the University of Maine at Orono (UMO),...

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Brave the Cold, Make a Big Impact – 2026 Polar Plunge Returns to Support Meals for Local Youth

  • February 19, 2026

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...

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Spring II Registration is Here – Get Ready to Jump, Swim, Climb & Kick! 

  • April 11, 2025

Spring is in full swing, and so is our excitement for Spring II programs! Whether your child is a future black belt, a water-loving swimmer, a bold rock climber, or a stealthy ninja-in-training, we’ve got the perfect class to keep them active, learning, and having fun. Registration Opens Soon – Don’t...

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Exciting Updates to Our Child Watch Program – New Schedule & Location!

  • March 26, 2025

We’re making some important updates to our Child Watch program to better serve our families! Starting March 31, our new schedule will be: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 11:00 AM Moving to the First Floor! Important Notes: Child Watch will be available only during the school year (not during summer, school vacation days, or snow...

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Spring Into Action: Register for the AYCC Spring I Session

  • February 04, 2025

As the days get longer and the weather warms up, there’s no better time to get active, learn new skills, and have fun! The Spring I Session at the Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is right around the corner, and registration opens soon! Whether you’re looking for youth sports,...

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