Teen Late Nights

Join us on the last Friday of the month for a night of fun! Each month we’ll have a different themed late night your teen is sure to love!

Site: The Hive Youth & Teen Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.

Teen Late Night - Misfit Pottery Painting

Friday, January 31st - 6:00pm-10:00pm

Join us for our first teen late night of 2025! We will be traveling to The Ceramic Studio Etc. to create some misfit pottery out of items that have small blemishes. Dinner will be provided by Cottage Inn and transportation is included.

Deadline to register is January 24th.

Site: The Hive Youth & Teen Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave. (Ceramic Studio, 4132 E. Grand River Ave.)
Cost: $5 (Hive Member) / $15 (Non-Hive Member)

Teen Late Night - Airborne

Friday, February 28th - 6:00pm-10:00pm

Get Ready for a Glowtastic Night! Join us for our first-ever late-night trip to Airborne Adventure Park in Brighton for the ultimate Glow Party experience! Jump, flip, and light up the night in an electrifying atmosphere.

Your registration includes:

Transportation
Dinner
Admission and socks (you can’t jump without them)
Glow shirt
Don’t miss this high-energy adventure—it’s the perfect way to light up your weekend. Spots are limited, so register now!

Schedule:

6pm-6:30pm - Check in / Dinner
6:30pm - Bus Leaves The Hive
7:00pm-9:00pm - Glow Party at Airborne Adventure Park (Brighton)
9:30pm - Return to the Hive
10pm - Late Night Concludes

Deadline to register is February 21st.

Site: The Hive Youth & Teen Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave. (Airborne, 8151 Movie Dr.)
Cost: $25 (Hive Member) / $35 (Non-Hive Member)

Teen Late Night - Oceola Community Center

Friday, March 14th - 6:00pm-10:00pm

Join us for our March Teen Late Night back by popular demand we will be traveling to the Oceola Community Center to play some Basketball, Volleyball, and Pickleball. Teens will have the chance to use the gym space for pick up games or shooting around and walk on the elevated walking track! Pizza once again generously provided by Cottage Inn Pizza!

Deadline to register is March 14th.

Site: The Hive Youth & Teen Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.
Cost: Free (Hive Member) / $10 (Non-Hive Member)
*Cost includes dinner and transportation to the Oceola Community Center.

Teen Late Night - Teen Trivia Night

Friday, April 25th - 6:00pm-10:00pm

Are you smarter than a 5th grader? Join us for our April late night for some trivia for a chance to win some fun prizes! Trivia questions will be a mix of school subjects and pop culture! Dinner is graciously provided by Cottage Inn Pizza.

Deadline to register is April 18th.

Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: Free (Hive Member) / $10 (Non-Hive Member)

Youth and Teen Programs

Start Smart Basketball (Ages 3-5)

Tuesdays, February 4th - March 11th - 6:30pm-7:20pm

Start Smart Basketball teaches children (ages 3-5) the basic motor skills necessary to play organized basketball while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents. The program focuses on teaching children and their parents skills in dribbling/ball handling, passing/catching, shooting and running/agility without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Held once a week for 6 weeks, and each week the exercises become increasingly more difficult as the class progresses and the children show improvement.

Deadline to register is January 24th.

Site: The Hive Youth & Teen Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.

Cost: $50 (Resident) / $75 (Non-Resident)

Tuesdays, February 4th - March 11th
6:30pm-7:20pm

Teen Pickleball Clinic (6th-12th Grade)

Grab your paddles and rally for our first-ever teen-only pickleball clinic! Whether you’re a total newbie or just want to up your game, this is your shot to learn the ropes in a relaxed, fun setting. We’ll cover the rules, teach you the skills, and help you serve up some epic plays. Then, it’s game time—play matches while getting pro tips from our coaches. Don’t let this ace of an event pass you by!

Registration Deadline: February 7th.

Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: $15 (Hive Member) / $30 (Non-Hive Member)

Saturday, February 15th
12:00pm-2:00pm

Boardgame Creative Workshop (Ages 9-15)

Got game ideas? Let’s bring them to life! Create your own tabletop or board game from scratch—your rules, your story, your style. You’ll dream up awesome themes, design epic characters, and decide how the game plays—strategy, teamwork, wild twists, or all of the above. Build your prototype, test it with friends, and level it up after every round. Love art? Storytelling? Brain-bending challenges? There’s a spot for you here. Come hang out, get creative, and turn your big ideas into a playable game you can show off!

Registration Deadline: January 31st.

Site: The Hive Youth & Teen Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.
Cost: $50 (Resident) / $75 (Non-Resident)

Mondays, February 3rd - 24th
6:00pm-8:00pm

Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt (6th-12th Grade)

Join us for our forth annual teen flashlight egg hunt event. Bring your flash light, find your eggs for your chance to win some cool prizes and raffles!

Schedule:

8:30pm - Check In
9:00pm - PM Rules & Guidelines
9:15pm - Hunt Begins
9:45pm - Raffle & Prizes
10:00pm - Event Ends

Registration Deadline: April 4th.

Site: Marion Township Hall, 2877 Coon Lake Rd.
Cost: $5 (Hive Member) / $10 (Non-Hive Member) / Day of On-site Registration: $10

Saturday, April 12th
8:30pm-10:00pm

Start Smart Soccer

Are you ready to embark on a soccer journey with your little one? Start Smart Soccer is not just a program for children ages 3-5; it’s an interactive experience designed for both parent and child to delve into the world of soccer together. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Join Start Smart Soccer today and kick-start your child’s soccer journey while building unforgettable moments together!

Deadline to register is April 4th.

Program Highlights:

· Age Group: 3-5 years (and their awesome adult companions!)

· Focus: Quality one-on-one time with parents

Skills Covered:

· Dribbling

· Kicking

· Passing and trapping

· Running and agility

Environment:

Non-competitive and safe

Program Structure: