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Mentoring Program Update!

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

The summer is starting to wind down, and a new school year is about to begin. Railroad Street Youth Project’s Mentoring Program will also be going through a change — Michele Wendling will be the new Mentoring Program Coordinator/Ambassador of Mentoring!

In addition, the program is still looking for both mentors and mentees! If you are an adult over the age of 25, reside in south Berkshire County, and want to make a difference in the life of a young person, you should consider becoming a mentor.

If you are a young person between the ages of 13 and 21, and would like support outside of school and family in order to identify and reach your personal and academic goals, consider becoming a mentee!

Find out more about the program and download an application here!

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RSYP receives official NGO status with United Nations

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

We just got the official word:  RSYP is now an NGO with the United Nations!  We look forward to sharing access to the education and experiences offered at the UN with our Berkshire County community.

Click here for the iBerkshires article, “Railroad Street Youth Project Becomes Ambassador for Peace”, Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Click here for the WAMC news story, “Berkshire Youth Org. Gets UN Designation”, Wednesday, July 21, 2010

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Public Art at the GB Skatepark

Monday, July 19th, 2010

RSYP is looking for any youth who would like to display original pieces of art for a new public art project funded by the New England Foundation for the Arts. The exhibit will be installed outdoors, above the existing poles that form the fence between the river and the skatepark. Youth must fill out an application to be considered, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The first installation will be August 15th. This project is made possible by the incredible public artists Will Machin and Howie Sneider of The Steel Yard.

Rotating Artwork Application

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WEB DuBois Mural to be re-painted July 25

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Dear Friends,

After 7 years as a prominent public mural in Great Barrington, the CARR Hardware mural will be re-painted this month.  The existing mural has been worn down by wall deterioration and weather, etc., and many community members and businesses have been asking us if we would spearhead its restoration.  This summer, community volunteer Jake Reiney was looking for just this kind of a project!  Jake has coordinated with original mural contributor Brett Parsons, UMass’s WEB DuBois’ program, and local heritage committees in order to have the input of many scholars into the new design.  Parsons took the lead on drawing the art, with help from Jake on choosing quotations and historical relevance.

Prepping and priming the wall will take place all week, and the coordinators will host a community painting day on July 25.  Anyone is invited to come, grab a brush and paint within the lines!

For questions, or to reach Jake, call RSYP 413-528-2475.

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What do we do?

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

Looking for more information about RSYP?  Want to tell your friends what we do, but don’t quite know…?  View or download this info packet for a closer look at our most exciting programs in 2010.  If you have more time, browse this website.  If you like what you see, consider making a donation.  All gifts are tax-deductible and much appreciated!

RSYP program info 2010

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