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Yates, Elizabeth – Amer Libr, 1970
The Peterborough, New Hampshire Public Library closed during after school hours to dramatize the need for a more suitable place for young people to meet. The result was a temporary, then permanent, recreation center supported by the town. (JS)
Descriptors: Community Responsibility, Institutional Role, Library Services, Public Libraries
Witt, Peter A.; Crompton, John L. – Parks and Recreation, 1997
Parks and recreation departments (PARDs) can help alleviate societal problems associated with at-risk youths. To better position PARD programs for reducing risky behavior, there must be scientific evidence showing their impact on youths' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. The paper examines existing evaluation studies highlighting the positive…
Descriptors: Adolescents, After School Programs, At Risk Persons, Children
