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:

Friday, July 11, 8-11 pm
Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, Bowie, MD 20715
SMARTlink #121736

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesdays, 6 pm
Xtreme Teens: 8-Men Basketball League
Play basketball on Wednesday evenings in July, and on Fridays, July 11, 18 and 25. Ages 13-17; FREE
Marlow Heights Community Center
2800 St. Clair Drive, Marlow Heights
Information: 301-423-0505; TTY 301-203-6030

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
Fee: $15/Xtreme Teens membership
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

Monday, July 7-Friday, July 11, 8:30 am-4 pm
Xtreme Teens: A Park Ranger Experience
Join the Park Rangers and learn more about nature. Activities include archery; kayaking, high ropes challenge course, hiking, fishing, orienteering and much, much more. This program offers the opportunity to sign up for select days or for the entire week.
Ages 13-15
Fee: $20/day or $100/week
Park Ranger Office
14955 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-7755; TTY 301-699-2544

Monday, July 7-Friday, July 11, 9 am-4:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Summer Day Camp: Extreme Adventurers
Embark on adventures such as canoeing, whitewater rafting, biking, hiking or geocaching. Participants provide their own bikes, bike helmets, sleeping bags and backpacks for overnight camping on Thursday night. Activities may vary. Please contact facility for details. NOTE: Extended care is not available.
Ages 11-13
Fee: Resident $185; Non-Resident $225
Mount Rainier Nature & Recreation Center
4701 31st Place, Mount Rainier
Information: 301-927-2163; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #117857

Saturdays, July 10 & 24, 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

Thursdays, July 10-July 31, 6:15-7:15 pm (ages 11-13) & 7:30-8:30 pm (ages 14-17)
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens Study Skills: Problem Solving
This course keeps students' minds active by learning and using problem solving skills to work challenging brainteasers. The course includes group and individual work on mathematical, spatial and language puzzles. Students will try their skills at creating puzzles.
Fee: Impact Area $33; Resident $44; Non-Resident $53
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #122220 (ages 11-13)
SMARTlink #122221 (ages 14-17)

Friday, July 11, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Video Game Sports Night
If you like to play Xbox 360 and/or PlayStation games, then this is the place for you! Enjoy snacks while playing your favorite EA game.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive, Hillcrest Heights
Information: 301-505-0896; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, July 11, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Tag Ball Tournament
Join us for a tag ball tournament. Snack on hot dogs and chips.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident $10/team; Non-Resident $13/team
Glassmanor Community Center
1101 Marcy Avenue, Oxon Hill
Information: 301-567-6033; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, July 11, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: PlayStation Sports Tournament
Come out and play a sports game of your choice. Test your skills and see who has the best team. Preliminary play will take place on Friday with playoffs and the championship round on Saturday. All participants must have a valid Youth ID card. FREE Youth ID cards are available at the center.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Kentland Community Center
2411 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover
Information: 301-386-2278; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, July 11, 7-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Café Groove Coffee House for Teens
Featuring Expressions Talk Up Not Down
Café Groove Coffee House for Teens 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 students. Guest emcees, opening and closing acts, open mic and visual arts contests with cash prizes are also parts of each coffee house. Admission includes refreshments.
Ages 12-18
Fee: $3/person
Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
15200 Annapolis Road, Bowie
Information: 301-454-1459; TTY 301-454-1472
SMARTlink #121736

Saturday, July 12, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens: Movie Night at Muvico Theater
Accompany us to Arundel Mills Mall to see a movie. Please bring at least $15 for movie and food.
Ages 10-13; FREE transportation
Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel
Information: 301-953-7882; TTY 301-445-4512

Mondays, July 14-August 11, 4:30-6:30 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: SAT Prep: Math
This course prepares students for the math section of the SAT.
Ages 11-18
Fee: Impact Area $169; Resident $225; Non-Resident $270
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #121774

Mondays, July 14-August 11, 6:15-7:15 pm (ages 11-13) & 7:30-8:30 pm (ages 14-17)
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens Study Skills: Logic & Critical Thinking
This course explores the process of thinking critically and guides students in thinking more logically, clearly and effectively. Students will learn the difference between an argument and an explanation.
Fee: Impact Area $33; Resident $44; Non-Resident $53
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #122213 (ages 11-13)
SMARTlink #122214 (ages 14-17)

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, July 14-July 30, 6:30-8:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Computer Keyboarding
Learn finger placement and 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 #121598

Tuesdays, July 15-August 11, 6-7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens Money Management
Learn about saving, investing and money management.
Ages 10-16
Fee: Impact Area $56; Resident $75; Non-Resident $90
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #121768

Thursdays, July 17-August 14, 4:30-6:30 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: SAT Prep: Critical Reading
This course focuses on preparing students for the verbal portion of the SAT.
Ages 11-18
Fee: Impact Area $169; Resident $225; Non-Resident $270
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #121773

Thursday, July 17, 6:30-8:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens: Go Karting
Test your karting skills on the go-kart track. Bring money for food and additional laps. Bus departs the center promptly at 6:30 pm.
Ages 10-12
Fee: $2/lap
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Drive, Hillcrest Heights
Information: 301-505-0896; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, July 18, 7 pm
Xtreme Teens: Spooky Summer Nights
Sit around a campfire and share your scariest stories. We'll howl at the freaky moon to decide who told the best story!
Ages 10-17; FREE
Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville
Information: 301-937-6613; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, July 18, 7-9 pm
Xtreme Teens: National Hotdog Month
Bring your M-NCPPC ID card and your appetite as we eat and talk about the best hotdog you have ever had!
Ages 13-17
Fee: FREE w/valid M-NCPPC ID; $5 w/o ID
Potomac Landing Community Center
12500 Fort Washington Road, Fort Washington
Information: 301-292-9191; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, July 18, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: Girls Night Out
Play games, dance, or get a manicure. Light refreshments will be served.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768

Saturdays, July 19-August 9, 8-9 am (ages 11-13) & 9:15-10:15 am (ages 14-17)
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens Study Skills: Organization
Students will build a strong study foundation by learning to identify important information, organize it and apply their knowledge.
Fee: Impact Area $33; Resident $44; Non-Resident $53
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Information: 301-583-2400; TTY 301-583-2483
SMARTlink #122218 (ages 11-13)
SMARTlink #122219 (ages 14-17)

Saturday, July 19, 6 pm
Xtreme Teens: Fun & Fitness League Bowling
Sign up to join our bowling team, and compete against teams from other centers. Reservations required by July 12.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $20; Non-Resident $25
Columbia Park Community Center
1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover
Information: 301-341-3749; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, July 19, 6-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Bowie BaySox Baseball Game
Watch the Bowie BaySox play the Reading Phillies. After the game enjoy a fireworks show. Reservations required by July 5.
Ages 13-17; FREE
College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park
Information: 301-441-2647; TTY 301-445-4512

Monday, July 21-Friday, August 1, 9 am-4:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Cheerleading Counselor-In-Training Camp
During this 2-week camp, experienced cheerleaders will further develop skills and knowledge in areas of leadership, working with children, planning activities, and team building. Cheerleading counselors will assist with day camps to further develop their skills and create cheer dance routines for the Cheer Show at the end of the session.
Ages 14-15
Fee: Resident $210; Non-Resident $255
Palmer Park Community Center
7720 Barlowe Road, Landover
Information: 301-773-5665; TTY 301-218-6768
SMARTlink #117682

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 22-July 31, 7-8:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/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 #121770

Saturday, July 26, 10 am-1 pm
Xtreme Teens: A Day of Service
Here's a great opportunity to earn community service hours for school and give back to the community. Refreshments will be served. Reservations required by July 20.
Ages 12-17; FREE
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Street, North Brentwood
Information: 301-864-0756; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, July 26, 10 am-7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: North Beach Trip
Enjoy a fun time on the beach. Remember to bring a bag lunch and a towel. Reservations required by July 5.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident (only) $7
College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park
Information: 301-441-2647; TTY 301-445-4512

Mondays-Fridays, July 28-August 8, 6-7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Math Enrichment
Refresh math skills before returning to school.
Ages 11-15
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 #121767

Tuesday, July 29, 6-8:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens: Masquerade Party
There will be dancing and much more. Don't forget your mask. Light refreshments served.
Fee: Resident $1; Non-Resident $2
Glassmanor Community Center
1101 Marcy Avenue, Oxon Hill
Information: 301-567-6033; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, August 2, 6-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Go-Kart Racing
Teens will test their driving skills as they race on the driving course. Reservations required by July 28.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident (only) $2.25/lap
College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park
Information: 301-441-2647; TTY 301-445-4512

Beginning Tuesday, August 5 through Thursday, August 14, 7-8:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Algebra Workshop
Expand your knowledge of this branch of mathematics. Using symbols, study the effects of adding and multiplying numbers within a set. Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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 #121762

Saturdays, August 7 & August 21, 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Conservation Club
Interested in nature and the outdoors? Complete high school service learning hours working 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

Friday, August 8, 6-11 pm
Xtreme Teens: On The Town
Join us for dinner and a movie with friends. Reservations required by August 1.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident (only) $20
Prince George's Plaza Community Center
6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville
Information: 301-864-1611; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, August 8, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens: Game Night
Come to game night and show off your skills on the PS2 and our Wii system.
Ages 10-12; FREE
Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel
Information: 301-953-7882; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, August 9, 10 am-2 pm
Xtreme Teens: Car Wash
Bring your vehicle to us and we'll give it an xtreme shine. Pre-teens and teens who are interested in volunteering for this event can earn community service hours. Kentland Recreation Council, in partnership with Kentland Community Center, sponsors this event.
Ages 10-17
Fee: $5/car
Kentland Community Center
2411 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover
Information: 301-386-2278; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, August 9, 7:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: International Night
Try some tasty treats and play new games from other countries. Reservations required by August 6.
Ages 13-17; FREE w/ID
Berwyn Heights Community Center
6200 Pontiac Street, Berwyn Heights
Information: 301-345-2808; TTY 301-445-4512

Wednesday, August 13, 7:15 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Jam featuring Mambo Sauce
Enjoy a late summer concert under the stars.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Stephen Decatur Community Center
8200 Pinewood Drive, Clinton
Information: 301-297-4648; TTY 301-203-6030

Friday, August 15, 6-10 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Splash Party
End the summer with a big splash. Enjoy music, light refreshments and lots of fun with us. Permission slip and money are due by August 9. Participants must have a center ID. Fee includes transportation. Reservations required by August 9.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $15; Non-Resident $18
Columbia Park Community Center
1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover
Information: 301-341-3749; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, August 16, 6 am
Xtreme Teens: Let's Go Fishing
Join us for a day of fishing on the Patuxent River Park. We'll leave the center promptly at 6 am. Teens must bring a fishing rod. Registration required by August 12.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Patuxent Community Center
4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-780-7577; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, August 16, 3-9 pm
Xtreme Teens: Back-to-School Shopping Trip
Join us for shopping at Arundel Mills Mall. Reservations required by August 11.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Glassmanor Community Center
1101 Marcy Avenue, Oxon Hill
Information: 301-567-6033; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, August 16, 6-10 pm
Xtreme Teens: Bowie BaySox Baseball
Watch the Bowie BaySox at their best, and stay for the fireworks after the game. Reservations required by August 2.
Ages 13-17; FREE
College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park
Information: 301-441-2647; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, August 16, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Back-to-School Jam
Enjoy an evening of activities including a movie, video games and/or basketball.
Ages 10-17; FREE w/ID
Deerfield Run Community Center
13000 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel
Information: 301-953-7882; TTY 301-445-4512

Monday, August 18-Saturday, August 23
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Mr. Mack's Memorial Tournament
Join us for this exciting back-to-school basketball tournament. Competition will be in four age groups from ages 10-17. Please call the center to register you team, and for tournament schedule.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident (only) $150
Columbia Park Community Center
1901 Kent Village Drive, Landover
Information: 301-341-3749; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, August 22, 7-9:45 pm
Xtreme Teens: Spades Night
Bring your friends or meet new ones for an evening of cards.
Ages 13-17; FREE
Patuxent Community Center
4410 Bishopmill Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-780-7577; TTY 301-203-6030

Saturday, August 23, 8 am-5 pm
Xtreme Teens: Beach Trip
Teens will enjoy a day at Sandy Point State Park. Lunch is on your own. Fee includes transportation and admission to the park. This trip is for Prince George's County residents only. Reservations required by August 16.
Ages 12-17
Fee: Resident (only) $5/person
Cedar Heights Community Center
1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant
Information: 301-773-8881; TTY 301-218-6768

Saturday, August 23, 6:45-10:30 pm
Xtreme Teens: Dive-In Movie
Experience an evening of swimming, basketball, Dodgeball and volleyball. Reservations required by August 9.
Ages 13-17
Fee: Resident (only) $5
College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park
Information: 301-441-2647; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, August 29, 7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: End-of-Summer Bash
Enjoy great food and fun competitions.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville
Information: 301-937-6613; TTY 301-445-4512

Friday, August 29, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: Girls Night Out
Enjoy a girls-only night at the movie theater. Fee includes transportation only. Reservations required by August 22.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768

Friday, August 30, 7 pm
Xtreme Pre-Teens/Teens: Back-to-School Roller Skating Night
Have fun roller skating with friends and enjoy refreshments. Reservations required by August 25.
Ages 10-17
Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3
North Brentwood Community Center
4012 Webster Street, North Brentwood
Information: 301-864-0756; TTY 301-445-4512

Saturday, August 30, 7-9:30 pm
Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens: Boys Night Out
Enjoy a night out with the fellas at the movie theater. Fee includes transportation only. Reservations required by August 22.
Ages 10-17; FREE
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; 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

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