On Wednesday, Sept. 5, OTTS Garage will open after school from 3-5 p.m. for middle school and high school students. Activities available include table games like pool, air hockey and table tennis as well as carpetball and foosball. The center also includes a video game room and plenty of tables and chairs for students to sit and socialize. Concession items like pretzels, nachos, candy and soft drinks are available to purchase and all items except for pizza are less than $2.
OTTS Garage exists to provide a teen center which helps develop students into more mature and complete persons. They provide a safe environment and programs to practically meet their physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual needs based upon the gospel of Jesus Christ.
OTTS Garage also continues to work with local church youth ministries on the first and third Fridays of each month from 6-8 p.m. The collective effort presently known as the Community Youth Group uses a series of interactive teaching sessions that explore the basics of the Christian faith. This series is designed to engage youth in conversations about life, faith, and meaning. Each night features food, games, worship music, lesson, and prayer. It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment. The next date for community youth group is Friday, Sept. 7 and Hugo’s Pizza has generously donated the meal. Our topic of discussion will be “How Can I Have Faith?” Future dates for community youth group are Sept. 21, Oct. 5, Oct. 19, Nov. 2, Nov. 16, Dec. 7 and Dec. 21. Future topics include prayer, Bible, church, and Holy Spirit.
After school programs will expand in October to include Tuesdays and Thursdays with the OASIS study program that rewards students for studying with concessions, school supplies, and gift certificates to local restaurants. Skate nights will return on Monday nights and additional hours on 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month will open in November.
More information for programs and events at OTTS Garage can be found on their Facebook page.