Area Boys & Girls Clubs set 'Lights on Afterschool' events

The Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri are celebrating “Lights on Afterschool” in October.

According to a Boys & Girls Club news release, the local events will be held in conjunction with 7,500 events throughout the nation to show support for afterschool programs that keep children safe.

In support of the national rally, the top of the Empire State Building will be glowing with yellow lights and the historic Los Angeles City Hall Lindbergh Beacon will be lit by city officials.

The Smithton Club will present “A Light in the Attic for Lights on Afterschool” from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday in the Smithton School cafeteria. The elementary and teen members will be reading, drawing and performing selected poems from Shel Silverstein.

The Sedalia Middle School Club will be setting up a canopy in the school’s entryway from 5  to 6 p.m. Thursday. The club members plan to hang lanterns spelling out “Lights on Afterschool.”

The Green Ridge Club will host “Family Portrait Night” from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Green Ridge Recreation Center and School. The elementary and teen sites will work in conjunction with the photography module to provide each member with a family portrait.

All parents, club members, school administrators, community members and city officials are encouraged to attend the events.

La Monte will hold “Lights on Afterschool in Conjunction with Parent Teacher Conferences” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 28 and Oct. 29 at La Monte Elementary School. Tables will be set up in the school’s hallway where individuals can find information about the Boys & Girls Club and the opportunities for La Monte youths.