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Vernon Young Summer League 2022 Photo Gallery

    Photo Gallery

       

      Unity Day and all-stars

        Photo Gallery

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        Sistaz

        Am I my Sistaz Keeper?

        Yes I AM! 

        Program specifically designed for girls grades 9th through 12th, 


        Crystal Galloway runs this program.   Outside instructors/facilitators are also utilized.  Sistaz focuses on growth and development.  It promotes empowerment and leadership development.  Participants will gain better self concept through skill development and proficiency, embrace their own uniqueness, more interest in extra-curricular and community activities, increase problem solving skills, decrease problem behaviors, increase self confidence, increase value of education, reduce substance & alcohol abuse, Improve peer interaction relationships. Sistaz programming will resume in the near future.  More info to come.


        Fall programminmg will be updated shortly

        Summer Basketball League

        Summer Basketball League

        Summer Basketball League

         

        This year the summer league divisions will be

        8U, 10U, 12U, 15U,

        Highschool (boys & Girls) and Unlimited.

        League will begin June 12th and will run thru August 18th.  Games are Monday - Thursday.  Uniforms Included.

        Registration:

        Team Fee: $500.00

        Individual Player: $50.00

        Registration Deadline

        April 21, 2023


        For info contact

        Eric Green - 267-279-0204

        Linda Jackson at:

        ljackson@lowermerion.org

        Coach Q - 267-934-1057



        Movie Nights

        Summer Basketball League

        Summer Basketball League



        Our next movie schedule

        To Be Determined





        What's a Shack Rat?

        Summer Basketball League

        What's a Shack Rat?

          From the Director’s Desk


        Dear Parent(s),

        I know some of you are curious about what exactly goes on at the

        Ardmore Avenue Community Center (Soul Shack). 

        Let me give you a small glimpse...

        Your kids are playing video games. They are doing homework, working on computers, studying for exams and filling out college apps. They’re playing volleyball, and yes…basketball. Your kids are sitting around in groups laughing, talking, snap chatting, and eating. Your kids are in meetings with staff, listening to their favorite music and watching television. Your kids are talking with Ms Crystal and trying not to fall asleep so Mr. Larry doesn’t tie them to the furniture. Your kids are being who they are as individuals. Your kids are being kids, our “Rats”…and we love them! -Linda

        What's a Shack Rat?

        What's a Shack Rat?

        What's a Shack Rat?

          From the Director’s Desk


        Dear Parent(s),

        I know some of you are curious about what exactly goes on at the

        Ardmore Avenue Community Center (Soul Shack). 

        Let me give you a small glimpse...

        Your kids are playing video games. They are doing homework, working on computers, studying for exams and filling out college apps. They’re playing volleyball, and yes…basketball. Your kids are sitting around in groups laughing, talking, snap chatting, and eating. Your kids are in meetings with staff, listening to their favorite music and watching television. Your kids are talking with Ms Crystal and trying not to fall asleep so Mr. Larry doesn’t tie them to the furniture. Your kids are being who they are as individuals. Your kids are being kids, our “Rats”…and we love them! -Linda

        What's a Shack Rat?

        What's a Shack Rat?

        What's a Shack Rat?

          From the Director’s Desk


        Dear Parent(s),

        I know some of you are curious about what exactly goes on at the

        Ardmore Avenue Community Center (Soul Shack). 

        Let me give you a small glimpse...

        Your kids are playing video games. They are doing homework, working on computers, studying for exams and filling out college apps. They’re playing volleyball, and yes…basketball. Your kids are sitting around in groups laughing, talking, snap chatting, and eating. Your kids are in meetings with staff, listening to their favorite music and watching television. Your kids are talking with Ms Crystal and trying not to fall asleep so Mr. Larry doesn’t tie them to the furniture. Your kids are being who they are as individuals. Your kids are being kids, our “Rats”…and we love them! -Linda

        What's a Shack Rat?

        What's a Shack Rat?

        What's a Shack Rat?

          From the Director’s Desk


        Dear Parent(s),

        I know some of you are curious about what exactly goes on at the

        Ardmore Avenue Community Center (Soul Shack). 

        Let me give you a small glimpse...

        Your kids are playing video games. They are doing homework, working on computers, studying for exams and filling out college apps. They’re playing volleyball, and yes…basketball. Your kids are sitting around in groups laughing, talking, snap chatting, and eating. Your kids are in meetings with staff, listening to their favorite music and watching television. Your kids are talking with Ms Crystal and trying not to fall asleep so Mr. Larry doesn’t tie them to the furniture. Your kids are being who they are as individuals. Your kids are being kids, our “Rats”…and we love them! -Linda

        Vernon Young Scholarship Qualifications

        Vernon Young Scholarship Qualifications

        Vernon Young Scholarship Qualifications

        Applicant must be a "Shack Rat", attending the Ardmore Avenue Community Center on a regular basis and participating in Center programs and activities.


        Applicants must be a 2020 High School graduate who has been accepted into an accredited college or university, or trade school.  Please provide a copy of your acceptance letter.  Or a returning college student who received the scholarship the prior year.


        Applications will be available

        Monday June 1, 2020

        Application Deadline:

        Friday July 17, 2020

        Vernon Young Scholarship

        Vernon Young Scholarship Qualifications

        Vernon Young Scholarship Qualifications

         Vernon Young: husband, father, coach, educator, Olympic official, athlete, and father figure to many watched over at least 3 generations of kids on Ardmore Ave Playground.   


        We were unable to give scholarships for the 2022-23 school year.  Prayerully we will be able to give our Shack Rats help in the 2023-24 school year. 


        Special Events

        Brick Fundraiser

        "There Really is a Santa"

        Brick Fundraiser

        In tribute to the rich history of our community the Ardmore Avenue Community Center will open up Legacy Lane, in Vernon Young Park in the Spring to add new bricks.  You have an opportunity to participate in this special project by purchasing an engraved Legacy Brick.  Your brick will immortalize & honor  loved ones, churches, businesses, professional & social clubs, sororities & fraternities, or whatever you want!  It's like leaving your handprint on the Vernon forever!  My name is already there so my new brick is going to say

        "Meet me over the road".

        For more info please contact Linda ljackson@lowermerion.org

         


        Holiday Party

        "There Really is a Santa"

        Brick Fundraiser

        You are cordially invited to the AACC's

        Holiday Party!

        Saturday Dec. 3, 2022

        10AM - 4:00 PM

        featuring


        Vendors

        Photos with Santa

        Raffles, Goodies, live entertainment & More!


          For more info contact Linda at ljackson@lowermerion.org  



        More info to follow...

        "There Really is a Santa"

        "There Really is a Santa"

        Pre-Mother's Day Jazz Brunch



        Although we live in one of the wealthiest townships, there are still families living below the poverty line.  The Center collects toys for children under the age of 10 and gift cards for youth 11 and older. 


        Collection begins

        Friday November 18, 2022

        thru

        Monday Dec 20, 2022.


        Toys and/or gift cards can be dropped off at the Center between the hours of 2:30 PM &9:45 PM


        Thank you in advance!

        Pre-Mother's Day Jazz Brunch

        Pre-Mother's Day Jazz Brunch

        Pre-Mother's Day Jazz Brunch

        To be determined

        Kiddie Prom

        Pre-Mother's Day Jazz Brunch

        Unity Day 2022

        To be determined

        Unity Day 2022

        Pre-Mother's Day Jazz Brunch

        Unity Day 2022

        Saturday August 5, 2023

        12 Noon to 6:00 PM

         Unity Day is a day filled with family fun.  It's like a family reunion where we come together to eat, listen to live music, play games and just relax. Includes a kidz zone, tournaments and more.  Shop til you drop!

             For all info contact Linda at ljackson@lowermerion.org 

        ongoing Fundraiser

        Legacy Bricks

        In a tribute to the rich history of our community, we are once again selling bricks for Legacy Lane in the Vernon Young

        Memorial Park that honors the people and events.  You have an opportunity to participate in this special project by purchasing an engraved 

        Legacy Brick. Your Legacy Brick will be placed on Legacy Lane and it will immortalize to people, events, and organizations that hold a special place in your heart.

        With a Legacy brick you can honor: Children, Grandchildren, Parents, Friends, Animals,Churches, Businesses, Professional Clubs, Fraternal Organizations, or a word or phrase! 


        Questions? 

        Please contact Linda Jackson at ljackson@lowermerion.org  

         

        Ardmore Avenue Community Center is a 501©3 organization


        Help Our Cause

        Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and introduce new programs. Your generous donation will fund our mission.  Any donation large or small will be greatly appreciated!

        Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card
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        United Way

        Our United Way Donor Code Number is #2152

        The Ardmore Avenue Community Center

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