For the last several weeks Walton County Boys & Girls Club has hosted a series of virtual programming connection calls. Club members have eagerly attended connection calls to learn about things like digital literacy, a website coding class and friendly typing competitions.

“Our Club members have completed STEM projects like Magic Breaking Pencil, an exercise that teaches the effects of changing environments,” Michelle Hollins, WCBGC Program Coordinator shared. “Members have enjoyed virtual chess games together and an art session where we all painted along to a particular activity. It’s been so great to continue our programming virtually with our youth.”

Natalie Boswell, a WCBGC parent, shared on Facebook her appreciation for the Club’s virtual contribution.

“Walton County Boys & Girls Club has poured into my babies for the last six years. I can't imagine who they would be without all the love and encouragement from the leaders and mentors over the years,” Boswell wrote. “I am one grateful Mama! Thank you for all you do. We do miss you and can't wait until you reopen.”

Club members also shared their gratitude for virtual programming.

“I loved the paint party and I enjoyed the coding activities too,” Gabrielle Boswell, WCBGC Club member shared. “My brother and I had a lot of fun with the chess 101 activity too!”

For Club member Daniel Richard he enjoyed the typing competitions most.

“NitroType is one of my favorite games,” he shared. “I am really good at typing and it's fun to be able to play against the staff.”

Hollins shared Club staff have enjoyed being able to bring Club youth together virtually during this time.

“We’re committed to doing whatever it takes to serve our youth and our virtual programming is a part of that commitment,” she shared. “We’ve enjoyed seeing the youth engage with one another and their activities.”

To learn more about Walton County Boys & Girls Club, visit www.bgcncg.com/waltonclubor call 770-207-6279.