Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County is inviting the St. Lucie County community to participate in National Boys & Girls Club Week, March 27-31.

This special celebration offers the public the opportunity to experience the life changing programs the Boys & Girls Club offers to children and teens throughout the county.

As an added bonus, several community partners have agreed to offer special promotions to members of the public who mention Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the week.

• Mention the Boys & Girls Clubs at the Cake Lady and receive buy one, get one free cupcakes on Wednesday-Friday, March 29-31.
• Possibly earn some extra splat points at Orange Theory Fitness when you donate sports equipment on Thursday, March 30.
• Mention the Boys & Girls Clubs at Nutrition Smart on Friday, March 31, and receive a buy one get one free 12-ounce smoothie.

In addition to this St. Lucie Battery and Tire will be collecting books for club members at all six of its locations and limited edition Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County tumblers will be available for pre-order.

As part of National Boys & Girls Club week, Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County will join more than 4,300 Boys & Girls Clubs across America and on U.S. military installations as they host a weeklong celebration featuring, the many ways the club opens the door to great futures through outcome driven programs that focus on encouraging youth to make healthy choices, build strong character and succeed academically.

“Day in and day out, our Boys & Girls Club staff and mentors deliver quality experiences that make a difference in a youth’s life beyond their time at the club. Research shows that kids who have an optimal experience at our clubs are also more likely to have positive self-esteem, volunteer, and be engaged in school,” said William Armstead, CEO. “National Boys & Girls Club Week is a special time when we welcome the community to witness the amazing impact clubs have on the lives of kids and teens.”