As part of our Ani-May programming, ROOTS is excited to partner with the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition, on a Ramen & Movie Night. Join us 4-6pm on May 16th. FREE and open to all teens ages 13-19.

Spring has sprung and we're back this Friday with another fun event in collaboration with North Adams FIRST Fridays! We'll be celebrating this month's theme, 'Flower Power,' taking the party outdoors to our back lot, where we will be celebrating the launch of our garden with a planting activity and collaborative mural. Snacks and beverages provided!

All ROOTS Teen Center programs are FREE and open to ages 13-19.

We are so psyched to feature a zine workshop led by local artist, Miguel Rodriguez, during Spring Break next week! Join us from 3:30-6pm on Wednesday, 4/17. As anyways, our programs are FREE!

This workshop is designed for teens who want to express themselves creatively, share their unique perspectives, and connect with others through the power of DIY publishing. During this hands-on session, participants will learn the art of crafting zines - small, self-published booklets filled with art, comix, writing, collage, or whatever you can think of! You’ll explore different techniques, from layout design to printing, and discover how to transform your ideas into tangible works of art that can reach other like-minded people. No prior experience is necessary - just bring your imagination and enthusiasm! Whether you’re passionate about poetry, comix, activism, or anything in between, zine-making is the perfect platform to showcase your voice and make a statement.

Workshop Facilitator:

Miguel Rodriguez is an educator and writer from Southern California. For 15 years, he ran  Horrible Imaginings, a San Diego-based film festival dedicated to genre cinema, performance, and art. He is also a film curator and programmer for film festivals around the globe, including San Diego Latino Film Festival, The Film Geeks San Diego, and Digital Gym Cinema.

ROOTS is excited to be continuing the NA FIRST Friday tradition with ‘Spring Mud-ley’ on April 5th from 5-7pm. We’ll be celebrating all things SPRING with a Make-Your-Own Potted Plant activity and a Dirt Cake dessert station. Join us for a fun evening!

Join us for our inaugural meet up of ROOTS Teen Center’s Gaming Tournament. Taking place during our Drop-In hours from 2:30-7pm on 3/26, this tournament is not to be missed!

Featured Game: Mario Kart 8 -Nintendo Switch

- 1 vs 1 Balloon Battles /Regular Items

- 12 Person Maximum: Please RSVP to register!

- Win Best 2 of 3 Matches to Progress to the next round

1st Place: $20 Jack's Hot Dog Gift Card / ROOTS Sling Bag, ROOTS T- Shirt, & ROOTS Water Bottle

2nd Place: ROOTS T-shirt, ROOTS Water Bottle

How do we love thee, North Adams? Let us count the ways! We’re excited to join forces with North Adams’ FIRST Friday celebration, ‘I Heart North Adams,’ and are offering a cozy evening of table top games, movies, and popcorn. Plus- all are invited to create a postcard sharing what our city means to YOU. See you 5-7pm!