A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness). Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

A high-energy afternoon where the Emmett Middle School Beyond the Bell/After-School crew teams up with Youth Rising for epic games, challenges, snacks, and chill hangout time! We play big group games, run mini-tournaments (Switch, board games, gym challenges—you name it), and always have staff ready for 1-on-1 talks if anyone wants to chat

We use goal-setting, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness). Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

Join us for a creative, hands-on planting event with a festive twist. In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, we’ll be making colorful tissue paper flowers while also offering the chance to plant your own sunflower to take home.

Create something, get your hands in the soil, and leave with something that keeps growing. As always, this is a free, welcoming space to show up, try something new, and be part of the community.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

We use goal-setting, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

A high-energy afternoon where the Emmett Middle School Beyond the Bell/After-School crew teams up with Youth Rising for epic games, challenges, snacks, and chill hangout time! We play big group games, run mini-tournaments (Switch, board games, gym challenges—you name it), and always have staff ready for 1-on-1 talks if anyone wants to chat

We use goal-setting, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

Purpose: To inspire and energize teens for the week ahead. We use goal-setting, guest speakers, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

A high-energy afternoon where the Emmett Middle School Beyond the Bell/After-School crew teams up with Youth Rising for epic games, challenges, snacks, and chill hangout time! We play big group games, run mini-tournaments (Switch, board games, gym challenges—you name it), and always have staff ready for 1-on-1 talks if anyone wants to chat. The goal: have a blast together on Tuesday and get everyone excited to come back and drop in on the other days we’re open! 

Purpose: To inspire and energize teens for the week ahead. We use goal-setting, guest speakers, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

Purpose: To inspire and energize teens for the week ahead. We use goal-setting, guest speakers, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

• Partnership: Collaboration between AAFV and the Emmett Public Library.

• Symbolism: Pinwheels represent the happy, healthy childhoods all children deserve.

• Activity: Community walk and pinwheel planting.

• Date/Time: April 9th 2026, the activity timeline is:

  • 4:00 PM: Event start/Gathering at Emmett Public Library

  • 4:15 Pm  Pinwheel planting at the Library's exterior

  • 4:30 PM: Group walk to the YR Drop-in begins.

  • 4:45 PM - 6:00 PM: Drop-in for games, crafts, and snacks.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!

A high-energy afternoon where the Emmett Middle School Beyond the Bell/After-School crew teams up with Youth Rising for epic games, challenges, snacks, and chill hangout time! We play big group games, run mini-tournaments (Switch, board games, gym challenges—you name it), and always have staff ready for 1-on-1 talks if anyone wants to chat. The goal: have a blast together on Tuesday and get everyone excited to come back and drop in on the other days we’re open! 

Purpose: To inspire and energize teens for the week ahead. We use goal-setting, guest speakers, team challenges, vision boards, and reflective activities to help teens build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

A fun, weekly program for ages 11–17 that builds essential life skills, confidence, and a growth mindset using the WayFinder curriculum (social-emotional learning, leadership, and future readiness).Every session is taught through an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where the choices, challenges, and teamwork in the D&D adventure become real-life lessons for the day.

A youth-led Nintendo Switch or PS4 gaming event where teens can play together, level up their gaming skills, and connect with friends. We run arcade-style offline play, where everyone works together to progress and level up in the game. The focus is on teamwork, shared challenges, and keeping it all about fun and good vibes. All skill levels are welcome—bring your friends and your competitive spirit!