Resident Programs
Westgate is a vibrant community with lots going on! While nowhere close to all of our programs are listed on this page, here's a glimpse of some of what we have to offer. For more info on what's going on or how to get involved contact westgatehousing@comcast.net or call 802-257-2430!
Summer Enrichment Program
Westgate and the Boys and Girls Club run the only free summer camp in the area! Check out the website for more information. Westgate residents: register by May 25th, 2011 to reserve your child's space in the SEP!!
New Teen Crew
Youth ages 12-18 can participate in a variety of enriching and exciting activities. Teens spend their afternoons and weekends engaging in a variety of activities, such as cooking, bowling, visiting new places around Brattleboro and New England, doing yoga and just socializing and having fun!
Boys and Girls Club
The Westgate Branch of the Boys and Girls Club offers after school programs for kids ages 6 to 12 and helps run the Summer Enrichment Program. Each day they offer a safe, fun place for kids to go after school where they can play with their friends, learn new things and go on field trips.
Vacation Lunch Program
During every school vacation, Westgate residents work together to provide nutritious, hot meals to the youth and families in our community. Residents volunteer to create a menu, buy groceries and prepare and serve food; meals are only 25 cents, or free to all community members who volunteer! This program is made possible by financial support from the Brattleboro Rotary Clubs.
Bread Day
Every Wednesday we get free bread, pastries, pizza, sandwiches and more. Come by the Community Center to load up on free goodies!
Senior Farm Share
The Senior Farm share offers free organic vegetables from Lilac Ridge Farm in West Brattleboro for 10 weeks through the summer. The program is open to people 60 and older or those with a disability who meet certain income guidelines. If you are 60 or older or have a disability and your monthly income is $1679 or less, or $2,268 or less for a couple, you are eligible to receive free vegetables from the Senior Farm Share Program. Participants can expect a wide variety of vegetables over the course of the summer and can pick their vegetables up every week at the Community Center, or arrange for delivery if needed.
Teen Shoveling Corps
The Teen Shoveling Corps is a group of committed teens who help shovel for their neighbors in need. After every snowstorm they clear the walkways and cars for their neighbors and earn money for themselves!
Senior FIRST
The Senior FIRST program helps organize outings and events for seniors in the community. They organize potlucks, play BINGO, go to shows and movies, and generally have a great time. The Senior Corner Club meets every Wednesday at 6pm in the Community Center and the last Monday of every month.
Summer Enrichment Program
Westgate and the Boys and Girls Club run the only free summer camp in the area! Check out the website for more information. Westgate residents: register by May 25th, 2011 to reserve your child's space in the SEP!!
New Teen Crew
Youth ages 12-18 can participate in a variety of enriching and exciting activities. Teens spend their afternoons and weekends engaging in a variety of activities, such as cooking, bowling, visiting new places around Brattleboro and New England, doing yoga and just socializing and having fun!
Boys and Girls Club
The Westgate Branch of the Boys and Girls Club offers after school programs for kids ages 6 to 12 and helps run the Summer Enrichment Program. Each day they offer a safe, fun place for kids to go after school where they can play with their friends, learn new things and go on field trips.
Vacation Lunch Program
During every school vacation, Westgate residents work together to provide nutritious, hot meals to the youth and families in our community. Residents volunteer to create a menu, buy groceries and prepare and serve food; meals are only 25 cents, or free to all community members who volunteer! This program is made possible by financial support from the Brattleboro Rotary Clubs.
Bread Day
Every Wednesday we get free bread, pastries, pizza, sandwiches and more. Come by the Community Center to load up on free goodies!
Senior Farm Share
The Senior Farm share offers free organic vegetables from Lilac Ridge Farm in West Brattleboro for 10 weeks through the summer. The program is open to people 60 and older or those with a disability who meet certain income guidelines. If you are 60 or older or have a disability and your monthly income is $1679 or less, or $2,268 or less for a couple, you are eligible to receive free vegetables from the Senior Farm Share Program. Participants can expect a wide variety of vegetables over the course of the summer and can pick their vegetables up every week at the Community Center, or arrange for delivery if needed.
Teen Shoveling Corps
The Teen Shoveling Corps is a group of committed teens who help shovel for their neighbors in need. After every snowstorm they clear the walkways and cars for their neighbors and earn money for themselves!
Senior FIRST
The Senior FIRST program helps organize outings and events for seniors in the community. They organize potlucks, play BINGO, go to shows and movies, and generally have a great time. The Senior Corner Club meets every Wednesday at 6pm in the Community Center and the last Monday of every month.
 | Youth Programming
After-school programs run throughout the school year, with additional programs offered during vacations and over the summer.
Kids ages 6-12 can sign up for the Boys and Girls Club at Westgate and have a fun, safe place to spend their afternoons, conveniently located in the Westgate Community Center. The "New Teen Crew" caters to an older crowd at Westgate. After school and some weekend events are offered for Westgate residents and other teens ages in the Brattleboro community ages 12-18. |
