Author: Julie Gage

Swimming to Success

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Lucky’s Lobsters Finish a Successful Competitive Season

Recently, the Club’s competitive swim team finished its season with the Northeastern New England Area Program Council Sectional Swim Meet!  Though there was more than a month in between the younger swimmers’ session and the older swimmers’ session due to snowstorms & parking challenges, Lucky’s Lobsters experienced great success at the meet!

At the sectional swim meet, an incredible number of swimmers from “Crustacean Nation” achieved personal best times.  Lobsters on the Boys Ages 11-12 Medley Relay team crushed a LEAGUE record in that event by more than 2 whole seconds!

The following groups achieved 1st place in their age groups: Girls ages 8 & younger; Girls ages 9-10; and Girls ages 15-18!!

Overall, Lucky’s Lobsters was the 2nd Place team in Division 1!  Congratulations!!

Special thanks to the dedicated coaches and parent volunteers who make Lucky’s Lobsters such a meaningful program for our Club members.

Rep. Haggerty Named Champion of Youth

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Massachusetts Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs – 23rd Annual Advocacy Day

James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club of Woburn joined all 40 Clubs across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to celebrate the Massachusetts Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs’ Legislative Day at the Massachusetts State House on Thursday, March 12, 2026!

Our organization was thrilled to share in celebrating State Representative Richard M. Haggerty as the 2026 Champion of Youth from the House of Representatives. Rep. Haggerty has a longstanding history of being a staunch advocate for our Club’s mission, first for about a decade on the Woburn City Council and since 2019 as our representative on Beacon Hill. In addition to being an alumnus of the Club, his grandfather was one of our organization’s original founders. As House Chair of the Joint Committee on Housing, Representative Haggerty works on behalf of youth and families across the Commonwealth. 

“I am truly honored to receive this recognition from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Massachusetts. The Clubs do incredible work every day, giving kids a safe place after school, helping with homework, and providing essential support to families who need it most,” said Representative Haggerty. “I’ve witnessed that impact firsthand in my own community. I’m incredibly proud of our local Club in Woburn and its dedicated leaders, and of my family’s seven decades of involvement. It means everything to me to carry on that legacy of investing in the young people of our community.”

Board Chair Marshall White, Executive Director Julie Gage, 2025 PFC Joseph L. Drew Youth of the Year Megan Sheehy, and Board Member Colleen Sheehy were present at the event’s luncheon to congratulate Representative Haggerty. 

It was a particularly special day for the McKeown Boys & Girls Club, as Megan Sheehy, the 2025 Massachusetts State Youth of the Year, was the featured speaker at the luncheon as well. “I am a person who likes to help others because the Boys & Girls Club helped me, and nothing could ever lessen the impact that the Club has had on my life,” said Megan.

Learn more about the Massachusetts Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs.

 

Music BINGO

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Music Bingo is officially sold out! Thank you for your interest and support — we hope to see you at our next event!

 

Join us for a fun-filled Music BINGO Night with DJ Dee of D&J Entertainment at the Woburn-Stoneham Lodge of Elks in Woburn, MA!
Doors will open at 6:00p.m.  Games begin at 7:00p.m.
Bring your own food and snacks, enjoy a cash bar, and get ready for a great night out. This is a 21+ event.
Tickets are $10 per player and must be purchased in advance – no tickets will be sold at the door.
Tables seat up to 8, so gather your friends and play together!
This event WILL sell out, so be sure to register your teams early!
We can’t wait to see you there!

Purchase your tickets today!

Pot of Gold Winners!

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Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Pot of Gold Winners!

Thank you to everyone who has taken a chance to support the McKeown Boys & Girls Club, and ensure that all youth & teens in our community can access the Club’s out-of-school-time programs.

Haven’t purchased your ticket yet?  Get in the bin today!

GRAND PRIZE WINNER

March 10, 2026 – Ticket #0074, Caitlin Skinner

WEEKLY WINNERS

December 17, 2025 – Ticket #0011, Chrissy Murray

December 23, 2025 – Ticket #0630, Helen Dogiakis Kuenstler

December 30, 2025 – Ticket #0394, Taylor Pederson

January 7, 2026 – Ticket #0391, Alex DiZio

January 14, 2026 – Ticket #0041, Susan & Dirk Slagmolen

January 21, 2026 – Ticket #0669, Tim, Kristin & Liam Baird

January 28, 2026 – Ticket #0310, Colleen Cormier

February 4, 2026 – Ticket #0631, Joyce Gray

February 11, 2026 – Ticket #0008, Sheila McElhiney

February 18, 2026 – Ticket #0533, Kevin Keane

February 25, 2026 – Ticket #0829, Jay & Eva Fishlin

March 4, 2026 – Ticket #0412, Stephen Rubeo

Meat BINGO!

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Join the McKeown Boys & Girls Club for Meat BINGO on Friday, November 21st at the American Legion in Woburn!

What is Meat BINGO?!  A fun night of at least 30 games to win fresh meats, such as steak tips, chicken breasts, and more. Purchase a strip of 3 playing cards for $10, and the caller will yell out one card at a time. Cover all three cards on your strip and you’ll win that prize!

Sound like fun? Join us by purchasing your ticket today.

 

Friday, November 21, 2025

American Legion Hall – 194 Lexington Street, Woburn, MA

Doors open at 6:00 p.m.;  Games begin at 7:00 p.m.

Pot of Gold Tickets Now On Sale!

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The annual Pot of Gold Raffle supports the McKeown Boys & Girls Club’s efforts to provide engaging programs and activities to 350 youth and teens five days per week during critical out-of-school hours. Proceeds from the raffle ensure that program fees are low or non-existent, and no child is ever turned away due to inability to pay.

Weekly Winnings! $1,000 each week: December 17, 2025, through March 4, 2026

$20,000 Grand Prize Drawing: March 10, 2026

Take a chance!

Join the Clubhouse in 2025-2026!

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The Main Clubhouse program at the James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club of Woburn offers programs and activities in the afternoons and evenings for kids & teens between the ages of eight and eighteen.

Programs are offered to support academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character and citizenship.

Registration is now open!  The first day of programming will be Monday, September 15, 2025.

To join the Clubhouse, caregivers must purchase a $25 membership via the MyClubHub parent portal and attend an orientation.  Learn more by visiting the Main Clubhouse page!

Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Trivia Night!

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Friday, September 19, 2025

Join us for our annual Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Trivia Night at the American Legion Hall in Woburn, Massachusetts.  This will also be the launch of Pot of Gold raffle tickets for the 2025-2026 season!

  • Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Game begins at 7:00 p.m.
  • Teams of up to 8 players are allowed.
  • Bring your own food & snacks.  There will be a cash bar. This is a 21+ event.
  • This WILL sell out, so register your team today!
  • $10 per player, must purchase ticket in advance. No day of sales.
  • First come, first served.

American Legion Hall
194 Lexington Street
Woburn, MA  01801

Register your team today!

Summer Internship for High School Students

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TEAM Summer High School Paid Internship Opportunity

The James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club of Woburn seeks motivated interns for our TEAM Summer program. This internship offers high school students the chance to gain hands-on experience working with youth and developing leadership skills.

Applicants must be current high school students or Class of 2025 graduates and at least 16 years old by June 23, 2025. We’re looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, maturity, and a desire to work with children, especially those considering careers in education, youth work, or human services.

Interns will work with a group of up to 20 campers alongside two counselors, leading and engaging youth in activities throughout the day. The position requires a commitment of 20 hours per week.

Applications are due April 17, 2025. Apply here today to gain valuable experience and make an impact this summer: https://forms.gle/TPY6jeEnZzTAi1Mx6

For questions, please reach out to Alison McDaniel, After the Bell Program Director.

Middle School Volleyball!

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The Club is partnering with our friends at the Massachusetts State Police with the MSP Teams program to bring you another amazing season of the middle school volleyball league to the Clubhouse!

6th, 7th, and 8th grade youth are encouraged to join this co-ed, all-levels league. Due to the generous support from MA State Police, there is no fee to join the league. All players must be active Club members and register for the league on our parent portal. Not a member yet? Follow that link to register for the Club as well.

League runs from April 3rd-June 12th with practices on Mondays & Tuesdays and games on Thursdays. There is an open tryout on Monday, March 24th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. to determine teams. Practice schedules, rosters, and game schedules will be shared shortly about the try-out!

We are also seeking interested adult volunteers to support this new program! If you are interested in coaching and getting involved in the Club, email Dave now.

Email Dave with any questions at d.maestri@bgcwoburn.org!