NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 1, 2026Hillsborough
Albuquerque Youth Summer Program Concludes
The Albuquerque Department of Youth and Family Services (YFS) has concluded its summer 'Youth Nights' program, which provided free recreational activities for local teenagers. The initiative aims to offer safe social environments for youth outside of school hours.
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The program provides free, supervised recreational access for youth aged 12 to 18 at municipal facilities, with over 650 total participants recorded this year.
Key Facts
- The Youth Nights program provided free, supervised recreational activities for youth aged 12 to 18.
- Activities included pool parties, craft workshops, roller skating, sports tournaments, board games, and karaoke.
- Events were held on Friday nights at various municipal community centers and recreational facilities.
- 375 youth participated specifically during the summer season.
- The program reached a total of 650 participants throughout the year.
- The YFS maintains ongoing partnerships with Explora and Warehouse 505 for year-round programming.
- Information on future events is available at cabq.gov/teen-nights.
Who's Mentioned
organizationExplora“Partner organization for year-round youth events.”personJess Martinez“Director of the YFS who spoke on the program's goals.”organizationWarehouse 505“Partner organization for year-round youth events.”other650“Total annual participants in the program.”personTim Keller“Mayor of Albuquerque who commented on the program's impact.”other12“Minimum age for participants.”other18“Maximum age for participants.”organizationDepartment of Youth and Family Services“The municipal department responsible for organizing the Youth Nights program.”other375“Number of youth who participated in the summer season.”