The Basement Teen Center
a program of Elevate Youth Services, in partnership with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
FOR YOUTH AGES 12-17
An after school and vacation time drop-in space.
The Basement Teen Center (BTC) is a free, welcoming drop-in space for all folks ages 12–17. Located in the heart of Montpelier (at 135 Main St., in the basement of Kellogg-Hubbard Library), the BTC offers a substance-free, adult-supervised environment where youth can feel safe, seen, and supported.
Whether you're looking to unwind after school, meet new friends, try out a workshop, or get involved in leadership opportunities, BTC is your space to connect, grow, and have fun.
To learn more about the teen center’s programs and to get involved, contact Robert Morgan at basementteencenter@elevateyouthvt.org or 802-505-3722.
This Week at the BTC
Drop-in and let us know what you want to do! Here's a few options...
Art: All week we'll have stuff to paint D&D minis, make 'artist trading cards', make zines, or sketch for the mural.
Puzzles: We're currently working on a 1000-piece landscape.
Dungeon Lab: Quick, easy D&D. Run an encounter, try out a character, draw a map. All are welcome. If folks are interested Robert (or someone else... someone like you!?) will run a short game. You can learn more at D&D at the BTC.
FRIDAY D&D: If you'd like to run a game, let us know here: DM at the BTC. Players can check out this page for more info: D&D at the BTC
Other options: You are free to use BTC video games, board games, card games, all kinds of art supplies, many musical instruments, electronics, cameras, computers, SO MUCH!!
As always, you're welcome to have snacks and just hang out.
Our schedule…
Monday: OPEN 2-6 p.m.
4 p.m. ish Board Games. We've recently had a few cool-looking games gifted to us. Shall we figure out a new game, or play an old favorite?
Tuesday: OPEN 2-6 p.m.
4 p.m. ish Magic: The Gathering. Come play, come learn to play. We have cards you can use, and we can teach you! (Also, come help the BTC decide which cards and decks to keep around!)
Wednesday: OPEN 2-6 p.m.
4 p.m. Halloween Movie? Give your movie suggestions here: Movies at the BTC
Thursday: OPEN 3-6 p.m.
4 p.m. Dungeon Lab Quick, easy D&D. Run an encounter, try out a character, draw a map. All are welcome. If folks are interested Robert (or someone else... someone like you!?) will run a short game. Learn more at D&D at the BTC.
Friday (Halloween): OPEN 2-8 p.m.
5 p.m. Dinner What should we eat? Let us know here: Food at the BTC
Halloween Movie? Give your movie suggestions here: Movies at the BTC
Scary-okey?
Jackbox?
Let us know what you want to do on Halloween night here: Comments to the BTC
“The BTC for me is a way that I can keep friends as well as a support system when I’m needing help. I love how I can walk down and I’ll be greeted and if I’m in a bad mood staff understand! Thank you guys!!”
“To be completely honest the btc is by far 100% my favorite place, so warm and welcoming. everyone is understanding and supportive. it gives me something to do. i rarely attend school anymore but im sure ill always come down to the btc. staff are extremely helpful and trustworthy. you all have created such an amazing place for local teens to make amazing memories and have an awesome time…”
“The BTC for me is a place to connect. A way to break up the monotony of school, work, and home. A place to seek guidance and help from those there/running the btc. A please that truthfully, is one of the only reasons I can sit down in school everyday and try my darnedest. I personally wouldn’t trade it for anything.”
Teens: Please Share Your Thoughts
Help us build the BTC around TEEN wants, needs, and ideas.
Your feedback really helps! A huge thanks to those who've already responded.
Suggest BTC activities with this form: Creating a New BTC
Share what kind of snacks or meals you'd like to have: Food at the BTC
and, what to watch on Movie Night: Movies at the BTC
You can also leave Anonymous Comments here: Anonymous Comments
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