A Place for Youth

Past Events

Browse through the events we’ve attended or hosted in the past. From community outreach, group gatherings, and educational workshops, our past events will give you an idea of who we support and what kind of events to expect more of in the future!

FALL 2025

Pepino Pickleball Tournament

PLAY TO EMPOWER
Saturday, July 26th 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Round-Robin Style Tournament (Doubles Any Gender)
Playoff Round with 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Prizes
Spectator Sections & Lounge
Food & Refreshments
Raffle Prizes & Silent Auction

ST. JOHN'S COMMUNITY HEALTH

ST. JOHN'S MOBILE CLINIC @ APFY
Tuesday, September 23rd from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

ST. JOHN'S MOBILE CLINIC @ APFY
Tuesday, September 23rd from

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

General screenings available: blood pressure check, physical exams, immunizations, hearing and vision screenings, blood work, lab tests, and more.

Referrals to specialists and pediatric dental care available.
Services are accessible to both insured and non-insured individuals, including undocumented individuals, with a benefit counselor available.

General screenings available: blood pressure check, physical exams, immunizations, hearing and vision screenings, blood work, lab tests, and more.

Referrals to specialists and pediatric dental care available.
Services are accessible to both insured and non-insured individuals, including undocumented individuals, with a benefit counselor available.

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COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE

NO SCHOOL RIDEOUT

In partnership with Los Angeles Bicycle Academy

Tuesday, September 23rd from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

NO SCHOOL RIDEOUT

In partnership with Los Angeles Bicycle Academy Tuesday, September 23rd from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join us for a community bike ride!
Have small repairs? LABA will be hosting a maintenance hub!

Need a little caffeine boost? De La Crema Coffee will be hosting a coffee cart
Need a new helmet? We'll size you and give you a brand new helmet. Donated by Biking While Black Founder Yolanda Davis-Overstreet.

Join us for a community bike ride!
Have small repairs? LABA will be hosting a maintenance hub!

Need a little caffeine boost? De La Crema Coffee will be hosting a coffee cart
Need a new helmet? We'll size you and give you a brand new helmet. Donated by Biking While Black Founder Yolanda Davis-Overstreet.

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JUNIOR EXPLORERS' NIGHT

Friday, September 26th rom 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

JUNIOR EXPLORERS' NIGHT

Friday, September 26th from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

For Youth Ages 4-12
Kids will enjoy STEAM crafts, games, and a movie with snacks and a hot meal in a safe, supervised setting — giving parents peace of mind and a night out. Proceeds directly support APFY’s free teen programs, creating brighter futures for local youth.

For Youth Ages 4-12
Kids will enjoy STEAM crafts, games, and a movie with snacks and a hot meal in a safe, supervised setting — giving parents peace of mind and a night out. Proceeds directly support APFY’s free teen programs, creating brighter futures for local youth.

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SATURDAY OF SERVICE

Saturday, November 1st from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SATURDAY OF SERVICE

Saturday, November 1st from
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Earn Community Service Hours
Make an impact in your community & have fun doing it!!!
Every first Saturday, APFY Staff & Teens come together for a day of Service

Meet us @ APFY 9AM for Cleanup Coalition (gear provided)
@11:00AM Finalizing Pet Donations & Dropping off to spcaLA Pet Adoption Center located at 5026 W Jefferson Blvd.

PLAY TO EMPOWER

PLAY TO EMPOWER FUNDRAISER

@ SMASH DINK

Saturday, October 18th from 9:30AM - 1:30PM

PLAY TO EMPOWER FUNDRAISER

@ SMASH DINK

Saturday, October 18th from
9:30AM - 1:30PM

In Partnership with Pepino Pickleball
Round-Robin Style Tournament (Doubles Any Gender)
Playoff Round with 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Prizes
Spectator Sections & Lounge
Snack Bar & Merch Table hosted by APFY Teens

In Partnership with Pepino Pickleball
Round-Robin Style Tournament (Doubles Any Gender)
Playoff Round with 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Prizes
Spectator Sections & Lounge
Snack Bar & Merch Table hosted by APFY Teens

WEST ADAMS LADIES SOCIAL

WEST ADAMS LADIES SOCIAL
Thursday, October 26th from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

If you’re new to the West Adams Ladies Social, this monthly event is an opportunity for the women* in our community to meet & support one another.
The purpose of the event is to make new acquaintances and friends with your neighbors. Stop by for a quick hello or come early and stay late, this is a low bandwidth, no pressure, come as you are event!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
*This is an all-inclusive, lgbtq+ friendly, gender-affirming event and is geared towards providing a safe space for all female-identifying folks in West Adams.
Optionally, you can bring a drink or snack to share

If you’re new to the West Adams Ladies Social, this monthly event is an opportunity for the women* in our community to meet & support one another.
The purpose of the event is to make new acquaintances and friends with your neighbors. Stop by for a quick hello or come early and stay late, this is a low bandwidth, no pressure, come as you are event!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
*This is an all-inclusive, lgbtq+ friendly, gender-affirming event and is geared towards providing a safe space for all female-identifying folks in West Adams.
Optionally, you can bring a drink or snack to share

JUNIOR EXPLORERS' NIGHT

Friday, October 24th from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

JUNIOR EXPLORERS' NIGHT

Friday, October 24th from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

For Youth Ages 4-12
Kids will enjoy STEAM crafts, games, and a movie with snacks and a hot meal in a safe, supervised setting — giving parents peace of mind and a night out. Proceeds directly support APFY’s free teen programs, creating brighter futures for local youth.

For Youth Ages 4-12
Kids will enjoy STEAM crafts, games, and a movie with snacks and a hot meal in a safe, supervised setting — giving parents peace of mind and a night out. Proceeds directly support APFY’s free teen programs, creating brighter futures for local youth.

TRIVIA NIGHTS FUNDRAISER

TRIVIA NIGHT @ DELICIOUS (PUBLIC EVENT)

Tuesday, November 11th from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

$20 donation entry/team to support a youth-focused cause.
Join us for Happy Hour Menu & Trivia!!!
Please meet us at the picnic tables at the back patio!

WINTER SOIRÉE

WINTER SOIRÉE @ A PLACE FOR YOUTH

SAVE THE DATE

December 6, 2025

WINTER SOIRÉE @ A PLACE FOR YOUTH SAVE THE DATE

December 6, 2025

Join us for our first ever Winter Soirée—a lively evening of good food, great music, and even better company!
As a public charity, we rely on generous community members like you.

SPRING 2025

Saturday of Service

Meet @ APFY

9:00AM - 1:00PM

AUG

Back-to-School Bash

Free Community Event

3:00 - 6:00PM

AUG

Spring Escape
(For Enrolled Students Only)

9:30AM - 1:30PM

APR

14-18

JOIN US FOR CITY OF

STEM + LOS ANGELES

MAKER FAIRE!

March 15, 2025

9:00AM - 4:00PM

APR

JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL FUNDRAISER PANDA EXPRESS ON CRENSHAW BLVD

8:00 - 9:00PM

APR

ST. JOHN'S COMMUNITY

HEALTH MOBILE CLINIC

@ A PLACE FOR YOUTH

Saturday, April 19
8:00AM - 3:00 PM

APR
19

Spring Escape
(For Enrolled Students Only)

9:30AM - 1:30PM

APR

14-18

JOIN US FOR CITY OF

STEM + LOS ANGELES

MAKER FAIRE!

March 15, 2025

9:00AM - 4:00PM

APR

Trivia Night Fundraiser

@ Delicious Pizza

6:30PM - 8:30PM

APR

CLEANUP COALITION

April 5th, 2025

9:00AM-10:30AM

APR

HELP FEED FAMILIES

April 5th, 2025

10:30AM - 1:00PM

APR

Math Madness @ APFY (Enrichment Series - Four Saturday Sessions)

10:00AM - 1:00PM

MAR

8, 15,

22, 29

BWB SCREENING + LABA
March 15, 2025

11:00AM - 3:30PM

MAR
15

HELP FEED FAMILIES

March 1st, 2025

10:30AM - 1:00PM

MAR
1

CLEANUP COALITION

March 1st, 2025

9:30-10:30AM

MAR
1

CicLAvia—West Adams
meets University Park
@ APFY CENTER)

8:00AM-9:00PM

FEB

Child Care Service

V-Day Edition @ APFY

5:00-8:00 PM

FEB

Paint + Sip For A Cause

@ APFY

4:00-6:00 PM

FEB

PANDA EXPRESS
FUNDRAISER

8:00AM-9:00PM

JAN
29

FALL WINTER 2024

MOMMY & BABY
ESSENTIALS DRIVE

Deadline to Donate/Drop Off

Friday, December 20th, 2024

DEC

MATH WINTER CAMP

December 16-20, 2024

10:00AM - 3:00AM

(See Details 2-Hr Program)

DEC

HELP FEED FAMILIES

December 14th, 2024

10:30AM - 1:00PM

DEC

CLEANUP COALITION

December 14th, 2024

9:00AM - 10:30AM

DEC

PLAY TO EMPOWER

November 23, 2024

9:00AM - 3:00PM

NOV

CLEANUP COALITION

November 16th, 2024

9:00AM - 10:30AM

NOV

FOOD DRIVE

November 16th, 2024

10:30AM - 1:00PM

NOV

SUMMER 2024

PEDIATRIC
+ GENERAL CARE

August 24th, 2024

8:00AM - 3:00PM

AUG

TACO BASH

August 9th, 2024

3:00PM - 6PM

AUG

CLEANUP COALITION

Saturday, July 27th, 2024

9:00AM - 1:00PM

JUL

CALL FOR
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

July 27th, 2024

9:00AM - 1:00PM

JUL

SUMMER CAMP 2024

June 17th - August, 9th

8:00AM - 10:00AM

JUL

FREE PEDIATRIC
& GENERAL CARE

July 13th, 2024

8:00AM - 3:00PM

JUL

JOIN THE COMMUNITY
CLEAN UP COALITION

June 29th, 2024

9:00AM - 10:30AM

JUN

CALL FOR COMMUNITY
VOLUNTEERS

June 29th, 2024

9:00AM - 1:00PM

JUN

CICLAVIA SOUTH LA

Sunday, June 23, 2024

9:00AM-4:00PM

JUN

FREE PEDIATRIC
& GENERAL CARE

June 15th, 2024

8:00AM-3:00PM

JUN

SPRING 2024

CANDLES & CLAY
JEWELRY WORKSHOP

May 9th, 2024

6:00-8:00PM

MAY

AP EXAM PREP

May 4th & 11th

10:00AM-1:00PM

MAY

BEST BUDDIES
FRIENDSHIP WALK

April 6th, 2024

9:00AM-12:00PM

APR

CITY OF STEM +
LOS ANGELES MAKER FAIRE

April 6th, 2024

8:00AM-3:00PM

APR

SPRING ESCAPE

March 25-29th

8:00AM-7:00PM

MAR

COMMUNITY HEALTH &
WELLNESS RESOURCE DAY
March 23rd, 2024
10:00AM-4:00PM

MAR

MARCH MATHNESS

Saturdays March 9-30th

10:00AM-1:00PM

MAR

PET CARE WORKSHOP
February 14th, 2024

FEB

WINTER 2023

MOVIE NIGHTS
December 18-20, 2023

DEC
18

COMMUNITY OUTREACH
October 7th, 2023

OCT