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A Memorable May at the KYC! – a look back on what we’ve been up to
KYC teens enjoying a beautiful view from the Mount Washington hotel.
Bringing new life to furniture! The KYC practiced their restoration skills by painting an old shelf. 
The KYC welcomed the summer weather by taking a dive in the pool at the Windrifter!
Three Cheers for April Break — Check Out What the KYC Has Been Doing
Teens spent April Break in style, starting off with a Wednesday visit to Wolfeboro Public Library. There was an art-gallery themed escape room set up, and our teens solved it in record time. In the afternoon, the group headed to Camp Sentinel where we were generously allowed to use the archery course. Some people hit bull’s eyes! We also hiked “The Ledges”, a local trail with sweeping views from the summit.
CPR on Thursday was a full day course, and all the teens gained CPR certification. They ate pizza, learned about choking hazards and AEDs, and asked thoughtful questions. Later, ice cream at the Yum Yum Shop to celebrate!
On Friday, our final day of April break, teens attended a play in Laconia. “The Magician’s Elephant” was put on at the Colonial Theater, and it was worth the late night to see the spectacle.
April Recap at the KYC
We wanted to gather the photos and memories from recent Kingswood Youth Center activities. Bike ride season has started, featuring groups big and small. We’ve seen bike chains fixed mid-ride, and some teens build new cycling skills while others turn to muscle memory.
Bingo was a teen initiated night that turned into a lot of fun. Participants didn’t just try for five in a row: we mixed it up and tried to cover the whole board as well!
Painting these shelves is a community service project that teens diligently set their minds to. Multiple coats, and painting with precision!
Biking teens, right out back behind the KYC.
These two hiked Moody Mountain at dusk after a full day of school and KYC activities. Way to get at it!
Ice cream at the Nick! Part of a KYC fan favorite: Pick-Nick at the Nick.
We were lucky enough to return to the Windrifter for two days of swimming in April. With full groups of participants, KYC made a splash.
And finally, check out these pool noodle roller coasters that Karen from 4H initiated. What better way to learn physics, than the hands-on way?
Marble Run? Tons of Fun!
Teens at the Kingswood Youth Center have been learning physics the fun way. We all took on a few challenges to build a marble run that would travel with target accuracy.
Check 0ut the slopes on a few of these builds! And even better, some teens built in jaw-dropping loops.
Every marble run was different, and every group found creative techniques.
Recess Break! KYC’s Playground Visits and Volunteer Opportunities
Kingswood Youth Center stopped by Crescent Lake Elementary this past Friday. We headed there to run the Face Painting Room during Carpenter School’s “Fight Cabin Fever” event.
Our group conquered the jungle gym before getting down to work. Five teens offered everything from glitter tattoos to hand decals to good ol’ face paint. They ran the station for the full hour and a half, to great success!
Check out more photos below!
So far this year we’ve held yoga four times, all of which led to meditation and sharing of skills. The flexibility and calm music has been nice for participants, volunteers, and staff alike!
Another ongoing treat is the birthday celebrations that have been held at KYC. It’s a great chance to light candles and celebrate people reaching new milestones. 
Happy February, all!
Governor’s Commendation and General Happenings
It’s the middle of February, and due time for a KYC update! This past week at the youth center, we welcomed a representative from the governor’s office, bringing a certificate of commendation. We also received information for our group about being community leaders and building recovery-friendly spaces.
Another outing was to the library! Teens created duct tape bookmarks, bags, and even mini backpacks. 
And back at the youth center, our group participated in Knights Against Hunger by cooking a Carrot Ginger soup. Delicious work for a good cause!
Starting A Birthday Tradition, and Continued Fun in the Snow
KYC is starting to celebrate birthdays in 2026, with a cake baked each month for the occasion. Our January experience came after a nice yoga session. And the cake was made fully from scratch by a talented volunteer, Diane!
Making wishes is as easy as 1…2…3.
Outdoor activities include biking and bike maintenance. Some talented folks can even pull off stunts, like the wheelie shown here.
And if you’re stopping by this week, there’s a tunnel to be seen. Snow fort deluxe!
We’re out in the community and swimming around!
KYC was at the Windrifter in their heated pool yesterday, and will be headed there for an afternoon of fun and splashing again today. 
Hoping more teens will join us! It’s a fun shakeup of our winter programs.
Kitchen Snapshot: Cooking up a Storm
It may be cold outside, but here at KYC we’ve been sharing good food. Karen from 4H has been taking us through a multi-week crockpot course. With valuable lessons on how they conduct heat (and how a crockpot should be operated safely), Karen got us started. And with chili on the menu, soon there was chopping and cooking to be done.
Another culinary adventure combined budgeting with real-world experience. Teens went to Hannaford’s with a $30 limit to buy a meal for later in the week, sides and all. Pickles were a must, and waffle fries (with extra crispy edges). Chicken quesadillas as the entree was a smart move with crowd appeal. 
And finally, the festive season lingers as long as there’s cookies to be had. We’re lucky to have some treats on hand — from coconut cookies to cocoa with white chocolate chip — baked from scratch by our loving volunteers. Big compliments to our bakers, as we happily hand out one… no two… more.
