Teens

Pine Avenue Community Center

Teen programs are dedicated to providing teens with fun, creative and healthy activities in a safe, supervised environment. By taking advantage of opportunities to meet and socialize, teens create friendships that last a lifetime.

Register for teen programs at www.carlsbadca.gov/carlsbadconnect

L.I.T.E. Leadership in Training & Education Program

L.I.T.E. is an after-school program for Carlsbad 6th to 9th graders who wish to develop skills in leadership, teamwork, communication and community service. The program requires a commitment from participants to attend regularly after school from 3 to 6 p.m. Each month will focus on a different theme like the environment, history, health and goals. LITE is closed during school holidays.

For more information, view the LITE brochure. 

Teen Room Hours

Mondays - Fridays from 6 - 8 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Teen Events

Festival of Lanterns A Night of Light & Reflection

  • Date: 11/06/2021 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  
  • Location: Alga Norte Aquatic Center
    6565 Alicante Road
    Carlsbad, California 92009
  • Introduction: Be a part of a special night of light and reflection as we float hundreds of lanterns in the recreation pool.
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Be a part of a special night of light and reflection as we float hundreds of lanterns in the recreation pool. 

Festival of Lanterns
A Night of Light & Reflection

Alga Norte Aquatics center
Nov 6, 2021
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Admission is free
$5 per lantern (no limit per person)

Purchase a lantern a head of time or at the event and design yours with pictures, inspirational messages, poems, thoughts, hopes and/or dreams.  At dusk, we will launch the lanterns into the pool while enjoying entertainment including music, performances, and readings.

Lanterns are biodegradable and will not be returned after the events.

Can’t make the event? You can still participate.

Presale Lantern pick up and drop off
If you can’t attend the event but would like to still participate, you can purchase a lantern ahead of time at Alga Norte Aquatics Center (during business hours) starting October 11, take it home to decorate and return it back to Alga Norte Aquatics Center. Be sure to return your lantern by noon on Nov 6, to still be a part of the Festival of Lanterns event.

  • Lanterns will not be returned after the event.
  • No replacements for lost lanterns.
  • Any age can participate.
  • No limit on how many lanterns can be purchase.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the event.

For more information, email Rachael.Shay@carlsbadca.gov

 

 

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