Events
Welcome to the hub of AYCC events – where community, wellness, and fun collide! Dive into a world of endless possibilities as we invite you to explore our exciting activities designed to inspire, energize, educate, and connect.
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 24
Lights on After School
October 27
Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 27 from 3:00-5:00 pm
Join us for our 3rd annual spooktacular Trunk-or-treat event combined with an Open House! 
Families are invited to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of trick-or-treating from creatively decorated car trunks, while also getting a chance to explore our facility. Meet our team, learn more about our programs, and enjoy festive activities for all ages. Costumes encouraged!
We’re looking for individuals or businesses to host a “trunk” in our parking lot. Sign up here!
Trunk Hosts
- AYCC After School Programs
- Community Health & Counseling
- Gateway Financial Partners
- Girl Scouts of Maine
- G’s Paintings & Services
- Job Corps
- Kennebec Behavioral Health
- MaineGeneral Sports Medicine & Prevention & Healthy Living
- Maine Savings FCU
- Two Cent Theater
- Waterville JCL
- WHSH Green Team
- WSHS Key Club
Plus many other individuals!
November 2
AYCC Craft Fair
November 2 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for our 3rd Annual AYCC Craft Fair. Local artisans showcase their unique handmade creations. From beautifully crafted jewelry to intricate woodworking, jams, jellies, bread, and more; there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of creativity and community spirit!
Admission is FREE.
Vendor Booth Spaces may be rented for $35.00. At this time, booth space is full. Please reach out to Maggie or Alicia for info.
Contact: 207-873-0684
Maggie Brown – mbrown@clubaycc.org
Alicia Vannah – avannah@clubaycc.org
November 4-8
Scholastic Book Fair
November 4 @ 9:00 am – November 8 @ 12:00 pm
Get ready for one of the most exciting events of the school year – the Scholastic Book Fair! Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking to explore new adventures, there’s something for youth of all ages.
Details:
- November 4-8
- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
- AYCC Art Room
Explore a fantastic selection of books for youth of all ages and interests, including the latest bestsellers, classic favorites, and popular series. From picture books to young adult novels, the fair offers an excellent opportunity to foster a love of reading in students and families alike.
Supporting the AYCC’s After School Programs: A portion of the proceeds comes back to the ASP, helping us enhance our library and reading programs.
Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and discover the joy of reading. See you at the fair!
November 14
Community Holiday Dinner
November 14 @ 4:45 pm – 7:00 pm
Free
Join us for our annual FREE Community Holiday Dinner, a fantastic evening filled with delicious food, warm company, and holiday cheer! This family-friendly event is open to everyone in the community, offering a chance to come together, celebrate, and enjoy a meal with neighbors and friends. Don’t miss this opportunity to share the holiday spirit—food, fun, and fellowship await!
November 22-24, 29 & 30 and December 1
Lighting Up Lives, One Tree at a Time!
Join us at the Festival of Trees, a festive celebration in partnership with the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. Your participation helps support our community members facing food insecurity through services at the Alfond Youth & Community Center, and those in need of workforce development through the Chamber’s initiatives. Enjoy the holiday spirit while making a meaningful impact in our community.
About
The Festival of Trees is a cherished annual event that transforms the Waterville Elks Club into a winter wonderland, beautifully decorated with dazzling trees, each uniquely adorned with fantastic gifts curated by local businesses and organizations. We invite the community to revel in the holiday spirit while supporting community initiatives. Funds raised during the festival directly benefit our community experiencing food insecurity and provide meaningful workforce development opportunities.
Save the Dates – 2024!
- Friday, November 22 – 10:00 am-7:00 pm
- Saturday, November 23 – 10:00 am-7:00 pm
- Sunday, November 24 – 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday, November 29 – 10:00 am-7:00 pm
- Saturday, November 30 – 10:00 am-7:00 pm
- Sunday, December 1 – 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Volunteer Opportunities Available
Sign up here or contact AYCC Volunteer Coordinator, Heidi Sumner at 207-873-0684 or email hsumner@clubaycc.org
December 8
Battle of the Badges
December 8 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Welcome to the Battle of the Badges, where Waterville’s bravest and finest face off on the basketball court for two great causes! Join us for an action-packed game between the City of Waterville’s Police Department & Fire Departments to compete to raise funds for two impactful programs: the AYCC’s Unified Champion Club and the Pay-What-You-Can Program for the AYCC’s youth athletics.
December 14
100 Year Anniversary Celebration Dance
Details coming soon!
SAVE THE DATE
October
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – October 23 – 9:30-10:30 am
- Badges for Baseball
- Trunk or Treat – Oct 27
- Unified Cornhole Cornucopia
November
- AYCC Craft Fair – November 2 – 8:00 am-12:00 pm
- Mobile Vet Center – November 11
- Holiday Community Dinner – November 14 – 4:45-7:00 pm
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – November 20 – 9:30-10:30 am
- Festival of Trees – November 22-24 & November 29-December 1
December
- Battle of the Badges – December 8
- Boys & Girls Club 100th Birthday! – December 12
- 100th Birthday Celebration Dance – December 14
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – December 18 – 9:30-10:30 am
January 2025
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – January 22 – 9:30-10:30 am
February 2025
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – February 26 – 9:30-10:30 am
March 2025
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – March 19 – 9:30-10:30 am
- Here Comes the Spring Community Garden Party
- Polar Plunge – March 15, 2025
- Lucky 7K Race and 1K Dash
April 2025
- National Child Abuse Prevention Month
- National Volunteer Appreciation Month
- Healthy Kids Day
- Elm City Karate Challenge
- Opening Day – Cal Ripken Baseball & USA Softball
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – April 30 – 9:30-10:30 am
May 2025
- National Mental Health Awareness Month
- National Water Safety Month
- National Physical Fitness & Sports Month
- YMCA Youth of the Year
- Camp Tracy Cleanup Day
- Seedling Sale
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – May 28 – 9:30-10:30 am
- Annual Appeal Awards Dinner
June 2025
- Queer Youth Summit
- Senior Friendship & Coffee – June 25 – 9:30-10:30 am
August
- Maine Celtics & Dunkin’ Summer Clinic
- Maine Majestix Adult Open Field Hockey Tournament
- Senior Friendship & Coffee
- Family Fun Fair
- Doc and Mardie 5K & 1 Mile Youth Fun Run