Worcester Youth & Family Counseling Services

Shine on the Shore Luau 2025!
2025-06-12 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Ave, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
We are back for another year at the shore- and celebrating our 50th anniversary as an agency!
Come out to the best fundraiser of the summer- The Shine on the Shore Luau! Come support WYFCS in our mission to “help everyone shine!” and party like never before down at the beautiful Sunset Grille. Whether you’re enjoying our buffet station, playing one of our games of skill and chance, or listening to music and watching the sun go down, there’s something for everyone at this event.
Tickets available 3/15/25- see you there!

Not So Spooky Halloween Movie Night!
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
This event is for Worcester Connects. If you are not in the program but would like to come and try an event, this is a great one to start with! We ask that you RSVP to Berkleigh at bdiaz@gowoyo.org if you plan on coming for the first time.
Join us inside the Ray for a scary good time! We will be watching a family-friendly Halloween movie, eating popcorn and pizza, and doing some fun Halloween activities.
Feel free to come in costume!
This event runs from 5-7pm.

Third Annual Empower U Golf Tournament!
2025-11-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Ocean City Golf Club, 11401 Country Club Dr., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Do you have a good drive? We do too!
Come out to play in the Empower U PT and Performance Golf Tournament, hosted by Empower U and the Ocean City Golf Club with proceeds to benefit Worcester Youth and Family Programs!
More information on tickets can be found here.

TEA Time for Mentors
2025-11-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-11 08:00 - 17:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
TEA (Talk, Encourage, Ask for Assistance) is a monthly community gathering for mentors of Worcester Connects and beyond. This will be an opportunity to connect with other mentors and spill the TEA!
This event takes place at the Ray Community Room located attached to our main campus.
Coffee/tea/snacks will be provided.

Pie Baking Class
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
This event is for Worcester Connects. If you are not in the program but would like to come and try an event, this is a great one to start with! We ask that you RSVP to Berkleigh at bdiaz@gowoyo.org if you plan on coming for the first time.
Let’s bake something yummy together! Join us inside the Ray for a pie baking class. Each student will make their own pie to take home and enjoy with their family.
Donations of new or gently used pie dishes are being accepted in the foyer of Worcester Youth and Family for this event. Please call us at (410) 641-4598 if you need more information.
This event runs from 10am-12pm.

Pancho and Lefty's Dine-and-Donate To Benefit Worcester Connects!
2025-11-23 12:00 - 16:00 | Pancho & Lefty’s West OC, 12911 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, Maryland, 21842, United States
Grab lunch at one of OC’s favorites, Pancho and Lefty’s! Those that come and eat (or take out) on November 23rd between 12pm-4pm will have a portion of their sale donated to Worcester Connects!
This is an off-site event. You do not have to show the flyer in order to benefit WYFCS with your purchase.

Gingerbread Houses Holiday Party
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
This event is for Worcester Connects. If you are not in the program but would like to come and try an event, this is a great one to start with! We ask that you RSVP to Berkleigh at bdiaz@gowoyo.org if you plan on coming for the first time.
Our annual Gingerbread House and Holiday Party will take place inside the Ray. Students and families will construct and decorate their own gingerbread houses, enjoy holiday music, and eat some festive treats!
This event is scheduled for 10am-12pm.

January Group Event- Discovering Our Strengths
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Every month, Worcester Connects does group events for mentors and mentees to come together, get creative, and learn more about themselves and each other. This month we are discovering our strengths in a led activities hosted at the Ray Community Room. We will also be celebrating National Mentoring Month!
These events are for Worcester Connects clients and their mentors. If you are interested in coming to one of our group events to try it out or to learn more, please contact us at (410) 641-4598 or email bdiaz@gowoyo.org.
Transportation is available if requested at least one week in advance of the event.

Mentor TEA Time
2026-01-14 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-02-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-03-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-10 09:00 - 10:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Mentoring can be hard work. Join Lauren and Berkleigh in the Ray once a month to discuss challenges, celebrate victories, and talk about how we can best work with our youth. Light refreshments and coffee provided!
If you are interested in becoming a mentor with us, please email us at shine@gowoyo.org or click here for the application!

Fundraiser BINGO at Sterling Tavern!
2026-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 | MD
It’s time for Bingo!
Come join WYFCS to play bingo and have some delicious food, courtesy of Sterling Tavern’s Charitable Bingo Nights!
Date: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Time: 6pm
Price: Free entry, $2/card with no limit on cards.
We will have a raffle and 50/50 going as well!

February Group Event- Kindness BINGO
2026-02-25 17:00 - 19:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Every month, Worcester Connects does group events for mentors and mentees to come together, get creative, and learn more about themselves and each other. This month we are playing Bingo and talking about kindness and the impacts we have on the world around us!
These events are for Worcester Connects clients and their mentors. If you are interested in coming to one of our group events to try it out or to learn more, please contact us at (410) 641-4598 or email bdiaz@gowoyo.org.
Transportation is available if requested at least one week in advance of the event.

March Group Event- Bounce Back!
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Altitude Trampoline Park
Every month, Worcester Connects does group events for mentors and mentees to come together, get creative, and learn more about themselves and each other. This month we are bouncing out of the winter slump by taking a trip to Altitude Trampoline Park! This event will be chaperoned and staff will reach out to communicate about waivers and other safety needs for your child.
These events are for Worcester Connects clients and their mentors. If you are interested in coming to one of our group events to try it out or to learn more, please contact us at (410) 641-4598 or email bdiaz@gowoyo.org.
Transportation is available if requested at least one week in advance of the event.

April Group Event- Teamwork In Action
2026-04-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Stephen Decatur Park
Every month, Worcester Connects does group events for mentors and mentees to come together, get creative, and learn more about themselves and each other. This month we are coming together to test the ways teamwork can make the dream work!
These events are for Worcester Connects clients and their mentors. If you are interested in coming to one of our group events to try it out or to learn more, please contact us at (410) 641-4598 or email bdiaz@gowoyo.org.
Transportation is available if requested at least one week in advance of the event.

May Group Event- Speak Up, Stand Tall
2026-05-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The Ray, 124 N. Main St., Suite C., Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Every month, Worcester Connects does group events for mentors and mentees to come together, get creative, and learn more about themselves and each other. This month we are exploring finding the confidence to speak up and to grow our confidence.
These events are for Worcester Connects clients and their mentors. If you are interested in coming to one of our group events to try it out or to learn more, please contact us at (410) 641-4598 or email bdiaz@gowoyo.org.
Transportation is available if requested at least one week in advance of the event.

The Shine on the Shore Luau 2026!
2026-06-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Ave, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
Are you ready to shine? Come out for Worcester Youth and Family’s yearly fundraiser, where nothing is the same twice and the party brings you to an island paradise!
Sunset Grille in West Ocean City hosts WYFCS every year for a party full of great food and drinks, live music, and games for all- all while raising money to help the families of Worcester County.
The Event-
Your $35 ticket gets you a buffet meal, a signature Teaser’s Bar cocktail, a hand-designed party favor, and access to all of the fun and games!
The Games-
Every year, over 500 gold bars are wrapped and protected by our staff. On the night of the Luau, they are opened by you- with a 1 in 5 chance of winning! Our prizes are offered by small businesses and local partners and can be worth anything from $20 to $200- or more!
Our 50/50 boards will be walking around as well, with the possibility of winning up to $1000 in CASH!
For the little ones (or the big kids at heart!) we will be playing limbo and hosting a hula hoop contest.
There will also be a prize for Best Dressed!
The Mission-
Since 1975, we have been working to provide mental health care and community service to the Worcester County area. Our four programs take on different facets of need in our community-

Our clinical Mental Health program offers low-cost and accessible mental health care to youth, adults, couples, and families. Our unique style means there is always a way to match your needs with our therapists, including sliding scales, grant offered support, and accessible Medicare and Medicaid coverage.
Our Navigation office works on community outreach and financial resource navigation, making sure our families that are struggling are connected to resources and provided an empathetic way to take charge of their financial situations.
Our Worcester Connects program houses volunteer mentors, who take on young mentees from grades 1st-12th in need of a positive force in the community. Our group events offer learning opportunities, and private mentor/mentee activities provide kids a way to grow their confidence and explore their passions.
Our Berlin Youth Club offers community outreach, free events, and our awesome Berlin Youth Club- an eight week, free program for the youth of Berlin to have a summer camp experience. From museums to water parks, we take kids out into the world to experience new things and help them enjoy their summer in a safe way.

Tickets will be on sale soon- keep checking in, and follow us on Facebook or Instagram for even more updates!

June Group Event- Summer Celebration!
2026-06-06 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
*Please note that this is a placeholder spot and will be likely to change. We will update our families when we get a finalized schedule for Worcester County Public Schools. Thank you!*
