The Community Hub for Teens

Brookline Teen Center

The Teen Center is a critical resource for our youth – A safe space for discovery, creative expression, and social change.

The Brookline Teen Center is at a turning point.

We’ve served nearly 1,000 young people this year—more than ever before—but we’re doing so without the financial safety net many assume we have. We are not part of the town’s budget, and we don’t have an endowment. Every dollar we raise makes an immediate impact.

If you believe in access, belonging, and opportunity for all teens, this is the moment to act. Your support will carry us through the summer and strengthen our foundation for the next generation.

Please make a gift today. Every dollar counts. Thank you.

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News for May

Ready to move, stretch, and feel good?
Boston Yoga Collaborative is offering free yoga for teens at the Brookline Teen Center — every Wednesday from 4–5 PM, starting April 29th. Their mission is simple: “to expand access to yoga” and make wellness available to everyone. And now they’re bringing it to Brookline teens at the BTC, right in our own Yoga Studio.

Come as you are. Bring a friend. No membership needed.

The Little Learners Lab offers a welcoming, enriching afternoon experience in partnership with Trust Early Learners—open to families enrolled at that school. From Sept. 14, 2026, to June 15, 2027, children join us 3–6 PM for playful learning guided by enthusiastic teens and caring BTC staff. With flexible 2–5 day options at $44/day, families can build a schedule that fits their needs. More details on scheduling and payment are available through our Wellness Living membership site.

Weekly Newsletter/ YouthScapers

Support local youth while getting high‑quality services you can trust. Through the Brookline Teen Center’s Our Teens initiative, trained BTC teens offer two hands‑on services for the community: Youthscapers Tech Support and our Deluxe Car Wash & Detailing package. Every booking directly supports youth employment, skill‑building, and real‑world experience. For more information, please click “Programs” when scrolling down to youthscapers.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

April Enrichment Calendar

Looking for a place where your child can play, create, learn, and belong? Our 4th & 5th Grade Programming offers a joyful mix of sports, music, art, field trips, and community time. With flexible drop‑in hours and a welcoming space, the BTC is your family’s favorite after‑school hangout. Our Summer Drop-In hours will be Tuesday and Thursday from July 7th to August 21st from 3:00-7:00 pm

Summer at the BTC is where the fun lives. Join us Tues–Thurs, 3–7 PM from July 7 to Aug 21, 2026, for free snacks, open gym time, music studio access, art projects, rec sports, field trips, and special evening events. Want to make an impact too? Teens can volunteer weekly from 11 AM–4 PM or gain hands‑on work experience through Youthscapers, Viking Sports, or BTC Teen Staff. It’s the perfect mix of play, purpose, and community.

(FORGET HOW TO LOG IN TO YOUR ACCOUNT? https://www.wellnessliving.com/login/brooklineteencenter)

Events/ Trips

We’re taking learning to new heights—literally! BTC is flying to New Orleans this August for an unforgettable college tour and leadership adventure. Whether you’re a BHS freshman–junior ready to explore campuses across the city or a senior stepping up as a Teen Trip Leader, this is your chance to grow, travel, and discover what’s possible beyond Massachusetts. There are 2 spots to be a Teen Trip Leader, and the application is officially LIVE—don’t miss your seat on the plane!

To sign up, click HERE to go on the college trip

To be a Teen Trip Leader, please click HERE

If you have any questions, please reach out to Elwyn Cruz (Ecruz@brooklineteencenter.org) or Charisse Thompson (Cthompson@brooklineteencenter.org)

Programs

High School

The BTC is the community meeting ground for high schoolers; all are welcome! Check out our high school page for info on events, groups, and schedules.

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BTC Records

Our studio is always ready for the next song, band, or musical group. Visit our BTC Records page to book studio times, see events, and plan your next song.

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