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Youth & Teen Centers

Our Youth Center and Leeland Blackfield Youth Activity Center (LBYAC) Teen Center offer safe, fun afterschool spaces where kids and teens can learn, play, and connect with friends. The Youth Center serves children 12 and under, while the Teen Center welcomes ages 12–17 with activities like gaming, cooking, science projects, or just hanging out in a supportive and creative environment.
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Get Involved at the Youth Center

The Youth Center provides a welcoming and safe space for children 12 and under to enjoy afterschool tutoring, crafts, games, and other fun activities that spark creativity and learning. Registration is required to participate.
Dates & Times
Open After School
The Youth Center is open from Mon – Fri, 2:30pm – 5:30pm & Wed, 1:30pm – 5:30pm
Location
Upstairs in room 207
Contact

Matthew Ornelles
(808) 848-2521
mornelles@palamasettlement.org

Cost
Free
Age Range(s)
12 and under
Requirements
Parental consent form may be required for first-time visitors. Otherwise, no registration necessary—just check in and enjoy.
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Get Involved at the Teen Center

The LBYAC Teen Center offers a dynamic and inclusive space where teens ages 12–17 can join in hands-on activities, explore new skills, play games, or simply hang out with friends in a safe, supervised environment. Registration is required to participate.
Dates & Times
Open After School
The Game Room is open from Mon – Fri, 2:30pm – 5:30pm & Wed, 1:30pm – 5:30pm
Location
Leland Blackfield Youth Activity Center (LBYAC)
Palama Settlement
810 N. Vineyard Blvd.
Contact

Larry Sweets
(808) 848-2506
lsweets@palamasettlement.org

Cost
Free
Age Range(s)
Middle & High School Students (approx. ages 12–17)
Requirements
Parental consent form may be required for first-time visitors. Otherwise, no registration necessary—just check in and enjoy.
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Program Features

The Ultimate After-School Hangout Spot

The Youth Center and the LBYAC Teen Center are more than just places to pass time—it's a space where creativity, connection, and fun come together through a wide range of daily activities and entertainment options.
Chill and Game
Lounge with friends on comfy couches and stream your favorite shows or movies. Dive into gaming with access to PS5, Nintendo Switch, and an original PAC-MAN arcade machine.
Get Creative
Join pop-up activities like cooking classes, science experiments, and arts & crafts—led by friendly mentors and volunteers.
Friendly Competition
Take part in casual ping pong and pool challenges, gaming tournaments, or team trivia nights.
Safe & Supervised
Our staff ensures a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment for all teens.

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FAQs

Do I need to sign up?

Nope! Youth and Teens can just show up during operating hours. First-time visitors may need to complete a short check-in or consent form.

Can I bring my own games or devices?

Sure! But we’ve got plenty here already—from consoles to pool tables.

Are there structured activities?

Yes! We run fun weekly events like cooking labs, science demos, and competitions. Or you can just hang out—it’s up to you.

Can I do homework here?

Absolutely. We have quiet corners and staff who can help with assignments if needed.

Still have questions?

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HERE’S WHAT OUR COMMUNITY IS SAYING

Testimonials

“They can sit and watch TV, do all that sort of stuff, just to relax and decompress from their day. We also do a lot of culinary programs with them and food science. We've been recently teaching them how to freeze-dry different foods, and how that process works.”
Larry Sweets
Employee

810 North Vineyard Boulevard
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817

Phone: (808) 845-3945
Fax: (808) 847-2873
Email: info@palamasettlement.org

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Palama Settlement stands on the Native Hawaiian ancestral lands of Kapālama and Honolulu. We acknowledge that in 1893, Queen Liliʻuokalani yielded the Hawaiian Kingdom under duress to prevent bloodshed. We honor the generations of Kanaka Maoli whose knowledge systems and lifeways continue to steward the ʻāina, wai, and lewa, protecting the lāhui to this day. With a deep sense of kuleana, we integrate Indigenous values and traditions into our programs and services, fostering a community rooted in respect and resilience.