Exploring the Unfinished Boys & Girls Club in Ripon: A Sneak Peek Inside
The Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area in Ripon is gearing up for its grand opening, and CEO Jason Presto recently gave a sneak peek tour of the unfinished facility to a group of excited individuals. The tour revealed that construction is progressing quickly, with the center expected to be finished by the end of April or early May.
Presto shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming opening, stating that the organization is aiming to have the center furnished and ready for children by June 10. The tour showcased various features of the new facility, including a gymnasium with basketball, volleyball, and pickleball courts, a dedicated area for middle school students, a trades garage for hands-on learning, and a daycare center with separate rooms for different age groups.
Additionally, the facility will include an art room, a career room, a Zen Den for students to decompress, and a Basic Needs room equipped with showers, laundry facilities, and hygiene products for children in need. The Boys & Girls Club aims to provide a safe and engaging space for children of all ages, offering a wide range of programs and services to support their development.
Presto emphasized the importance of community support in making the new facility a success, highlighting the generous donations that have made the project possible. He encouraged the community to get involved and help create better opportunities for the children of Ripon, emphasizing that the investment in the Boys & Girls Club is an investment in the future of the community.
With registration for the new facility set to open in late March, Presto expressed hope that the community will embrace the new Boys & Girls Club and recognize the positive impact it can have on the lives of local children. As the organization prepares for its grand opening, excitement is building for the opportunities and resources the new facility will provide for the youth of Ripon.
