Boys and Girls Club Ribbon Cutting and Grand Re-Opening

The National Day for Kids Celebration was the appropriate setting for the Boys and Girls Club ribbon cutting that was recently held in Price.
Carbon County Club Director Olivia Dudding, welcomed everyone and introduced Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake President and CEO, LeAnn Saldivar, who remarked, that the club is now under the umbrella of the Greater Salt Lake Chapter. She said that the transition has taken nine months and thanked the board and staff for their patience and the sacrifice of countless hours from their own personal live’s and jobs. Saldivar also thanked Olivia for relocating to the Price area to take on the director position.
The current membership is over 200 with an average of 50 elementary and 13 plus teens attending daily. A tour of the facility was provided where each room was currently decorated by club members. One example is a reading room where lots of books are provided that encourages members to read. There is computer stations, a game room, an arts and crafts area, and a newly renovated playground. Staff also help those attending with homework and tutoring, and offer educational and recreational activities.
Currently the after school program has opening in the Juniors and Teen programs. The Club’s mission is to inspire youth to reach their full potential as successful, compassionate and responsible citizens. Those attending are provided a fun, safe, and educational environment with recreational activities where youth can develop the self-esteem and qualities needed to become leaders, and productive members of society.”
For more information, check out their Facebook page at Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salt Lake-Price Club or come by the club for a tour of the facility at 30 E. 200 S. or call (435) 637-6066.