Youth Programs

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Youth Programs *

Where fun, learning and adventure meet!

Junior Board of the Friends of the Paragon Carousel

The Junior Board is an exciting initiative designed to engage youth in preserving and promoting the Paragon Carousel while fostering leadership and community involvement.

Mission and Goals
The Junior Board aims to:

  • Engage Youth: Inspire individuals aged 11-18 (grades 6-12) to develop leadership skills and actively participate in the carousel’s preservation.

  • Educational Development: Teach valuable skills like meeting facilitation through Robert’s Rules of Order, event planning, and fundraising.

  • Community Impact: Empower members to create and execute meaningful fundraising events and programs that benefit the carousel.

  • Volunteer Opportunities: Provide students with a chance to earn volunteer hours, benefiting their schools and the carousel.

Structure and Membership

  • Membership: Comprising 10-20 members selected from local schools, youth organizations, and the community.

  • Age Range: Open to youth aged 11-18 or grades 6-12.

  • Term: Members serve a one-year term with the option for renewal.

  • Meetings: Monthly sessions focus on leadership, event planning, and reporting activities to the Friends of the Paragon Carousel.

Junior Board Responsibilities

  1. Leadership Development:

    • Elect officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, etc.).

    • Rotate meeting chair responsibilities to practice leadership.

  2. Event and Program Creation:

    • Plan and host fundraising events, such as themed carousel nights.

    • Develop educational programs like carousel history tours for younger children.

  3. Community Outreach:

    • Promote events and recruit members from local schools and organizations.

    • Act as ambassadors for the carousel.

  4. Volunteer Support:

    • Assist at carousel events to gain hands-on experience in customer service and event management.

Why the Junior Board Matters

  • Sustainability: Cultivates future leaders and supporters of the carousel.

  • Creativity: Brings fresh ideas and energy to events and programs.

  • Community Engagement: Enhances the carousel’s reputation as an educational and community hub.

  • Fundraising Support: Supplements current efforts with innovative, youth-led initiatives.

The Junior Board embodies the spirit of the Paragon Carousel: fostering joy, education, and a deep sense of community. Join us in shaping the next generation of leaders and ensuring the carousel’s legacy endures for years to come.

Paragon Carousel Little Riders Academy

June 10-13, 2025

10:00AM - 12:00PM

Welcome to Paragon Carousel Little Riders Academy, a magical adventure designed especially for 4-6-year-olds! Little Riders Academy is the perfect blend of fun, learning, and creativity, where little riders can explore, play, and make new friends in a safe and welcoming environment.

Program Overview:

Each morning, your child will be greeted by our friendly, trained staff, who ensure a safe and exciting experience throughout the day. We maintain a low counselor-to-child ratio, ensuring that every child receives the attention and care they deserve.

Our day begins and ends with a special ride on the iconic Paragon Carousel, giving our little riders a whimsical start and end to their day. Between rides, the fun continues with a variety of exciting activities, including:

  • Games: Classic group games that keep kids moving and having fun while promoting teamwork and social skills.

  • Arts & Crafts: Hands-on creative activities that encourage self-expression, from carousel-inspired art to fun and colorful crafts.

  • Storytelling: Engaging stories that spark imagination and bring the carousel’s magic to life, followed by fun discussions and creative activities related to the stories.

Theme Days:

Each day of our Little Rides Academy features a unique theme, providing new experiences and endless excitement:

Splash-tacular Water Day – Dive into fun with water games, splash activities, and a whole lot of wet and wild fun!

Creative Carousel Art Day – Let their imaginations run wild as they create art inspired by the carousel and all its colors, bringing the magical world to life through their own creations.

Carnival Day – Step right up for carnival games, music, and classic fair fun that’ll make everyone’s day magical! From ring toss to sack races, it’s a day filled with laughter and joy.

Back in Time Day – Hop into a time machine and travel back to 1928. 1928 is the year the carousel began bringing joy to the South Shore! Kids will learn about the past, try vintage games, and discover how children had fun in the good old days.

At Paragon Carousel Little Riders Academy, we make sure every moment is packed with adventure, learning, and laughter. Join us for an unforgettable summer filled with carousel rides, creative play, and so much more!

Any questions? Reach out to clyons@paragoncarousel.com