Local Teens in the News!

In a surprising twist, local teens on a field trip to see the play "The Last American Newspaper" ended up in the news themselves! The trip was sponsored and led by the Elizabethtown Social Center, in partnership with the Boquet Valley School. Journalist Marlene McTigue of the Columbia Paper was thrilled to discover our group of about 25 youth in the otherwise silver-haired audience. She even interviewed Keenan Duso, a member of the Social Center's Teen Rec program, for her ar

Open House to celebrate growth & hear what the community wants!

Celebrate with us on Thursday, October 1 from 5 - 7pm! Over the past few years, we've found more and more ways to bring our community together. Twice as many programs. 73% more people through our doors. Over 85% of local teens are now enrolled in our free afterschool Teen Rec program. We completed a major energy upgrade capital project! None of that would be possible without the people who believe in the Social Center and continue to show up, donate, enjoy our events & progra

E'town Social Center featured on North Country Public Radio!

We are very proud to be featured in NCPR's recent radio and online piece about the Adirondack Community Foundation. The Foundation has supported our community events, our free Teen Recreation afterschool program and provided us with key guidance as we grow. (Our attendance has skyrocketed by 83% in the last few years!) Most recently, we were selected by one of their new funds - the Micky Virden Hall Fund - for support to help us sustain our growth. One of the Adirondack Commu

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At the Elizabethtown Social Center,

our mission is to strengthen and support our community.

We strive to:

Create a welcoming space where individuals of all ages feel valued, included, and connected.
Offer a wide range of programs and events that inspire creativity, promote wellness, and encourage lifelong learning.
Provide meaningful opportunities for youth to grow, lead, and thrive through recreation, mentorship, and exploration.
Bring people together through arts, culture, sports, and shared community experiences.
Partner with local organizations and schools to maximize our impact and serve the evolving needs of our community.

We are committed to making the Elizabethtown Social Center a hub of connection, growth, and joy!

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The Elizabethtown Social Center enhances the lives of people in Elizabethtown and neighboring communities by connecting them to each other, to our natural resources and to cultural experiences that promote recreation and creative enrichment.

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Join our campaign, "Teens Off Screens" as we raise funds to help better serve our youth.

All funds raised will help provide local teens access to outdoor recreational opportunities and exposure to arts & music.

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