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A full calendar of activities engaging youth, families, and seniors year-round.

Homework Club after-school program
Youth · K–8

Homework Club After-School Program

The Dakota Center Homework Club is a curriculum-based after-school program open to K–8 students in Montgomery County. It strives to help students succeed in school by providing a safe learning environment, homework assistance, and character-development opportunities.

  • Open Monday through Friday until 6 p.m.
  • A hot meal provided to every child
  • Homework help and extracurricular activities
  • Focused on keeping students in school and thriving
Youth · Summer

Summer Enrichment Camp

Each summer, the Dakota Center runs a ten-week enrichment program that keeps children learning and active while school is out. Campers enjoy a mix of exploration, recreation, and reading built to prevent summer learning loss.

  • Ten weeks of programming each summer
  • Field trips throughout the season
  • Aquatics and recreation
  • A dedicated summer reading program
Summer enrichment camp
Senior citizen program
Seniors

Senior Citizen Program

The Dakota Center’s senior program focuses on health and assistance with errands for older adults in the neighborhood, helping them stay independent and connected to the community.

  • Health-focused activities and support
  • Assistance with everyday errands
  • Transportation available to and from the Center
Year-Round

More ways we serve

Beyond our core programs, the Center hosts activities and seasonal events that bring the neighborhood together.

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Sports & Recreation

Basketball and other activities give young people a positive, active place to be after school and on weekends.

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Seasonal & Holiday Events

The Center hosts community events throughout the year, including holiday toy distribution for local families.

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Whole-Family Engagement

With more than 1,350 clients a year in two or more programs, the Center is a gathering place for the entire West Side.

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