Southeast Community Development Corporation

Halloween Totebag Workshop
2024-10-12 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Get ready for some spooky fun! In this workshop, you’ll create a unique Halloween tote bag perfect for trick-or-treating or carrying your autumn essentials. All materials will be supplied, and our talented instructors will help you design a bag that’s truly one-of-a-kind. Perfect for all ages!

Date: October 12th
Time: 10AM to 2PM
Location: Bell Tech Center
Donation: $15 per person

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Arduino Project Building Workshop
2024-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Part of our Electronics Academy Workshops for Middle and High Schoolers! Learn advance programming and build unique projects with motors, lights, and sensors.

DIY Mad Scientist Lab Coat Workshop
2024-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Step into the world of wacky science at our DIY Mad Scientist Lab Coat Workshop! This fun and creative event invites you to customize a classic lab coat, turning it into your own unique masterpiece fit for experimentation.
What to Expect:

One-Size-Fits-All Lab Coats: You’ll start with a high-quality, pre-selected lab coat, ready for your creative touch.
Creative Embellishments: Use fabric paints, markers, and vinyl to add your own wild designs, formulas, and quirky phrases that showcase your mad scientist persona.
Guided Instruction: Our enthusiastic instructors will guide you through the process, sharing tips and tricks to help you create a standout look.

Details

Date: October 12th
Time: 10AM to 2PM
Location: Bell Tech Center
Donation: $15 per person

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City of Bell Halloween Carnival
2024-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Bell Community Center, 6250 Pine Ave, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
We are excited to invite you to the City of Bell’s annual Halloween Carnival!
Join us on Saturday, October 26th, at the Bell Community Center from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a night full of spooky fun, games, costume contests, and delicious candy.
Get ready for a thrilling adventure and make sure to stop by the Trunk or Treat area, brought to you by us!

FLL Season Qualifiers
2024-11-02 | Da Vinci Science High School, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo, CA, 90245, United States
SCDC’s LEGO League Challenge Team, the CYBER-NAUTS Stars, will be participating in the 2024 SoCal Season Qualifiers.
Their competition lands on Saturday, November 2nd in El Segundo.
Donate and help cover the team’s transportation and meals for competition, we accept snack donations at the Bell Tech Center!
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Election Day
2024-11-05 | CA
🗳️ It’s Election Day! 🗳️
Today is your chance to make your voice heard! Whether you’re voting for the first time or the hundredth, your vote matters. 🌟
✔️ Don’t forget to check your polling place ✔️ Bring your ID if needed ✔️ Encourage others to vote too!
Let’s all do our part!

FTC Meet 1
2024-11-16 07:30 - 12:30 | CA
Help support our FTC team, the CYBER-NAUTS, on their 1st official meet of the year!
Feel free to drop off snacks or drinks the day before for their event.
If you’d like to volunteer during these competitions, feel free to send us an email!

SCDC Thanksgiving Break
2024-11-25 - 2024-11-29 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
🍂🦃 Thanksgiving Break Announcement! 🦃🍂
We’re taking a little break to enjoy the holiday with family and friends!
We will be closed from November 25th to November 29th.
We’re grateful for your support and will be back and ready to serve you on December 2nd! 🙌
Wishing you all a joyful and restful Thanksgiving! 🧡

Holiday Stocking Decoration Workshop
2024-12-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
The holiday season is fast approaching, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by creating your very own custom holiday stockings! We are excited to invite you to our Holiday Stocking Decoration Workshop, where you can get creative and craft a beautiful stocking for yourself or as a thoughtful gift.
What to Expect:

Custom Stockings: Start with a plain stocking that’s ready to be personalized with your choice of colors, patterns, and embellishments.
Creative Materials: Access a wide range of festive decorating materials, including glitter, sequins, fabric paints, ribbons, beads, stencils, and more!
Expert Guidance: Our experienced instructors will be there to offer helpful tips and inspire your creativity, whether you’re a crafting pro or a first-timer.
Holiday Cheer: Enjoy a cozy, festive atmosphere with holiday music, light refreshments, and the chance to meet other holiday enthusiasts.

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Introduction to Electronics Workshop 01-25-2025
2025-01-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Southeast Rio Vista YMCA, 4801 E 58th Street, Maywood, CA, 90270, United States
[FULL CAPACITY] Middle & High School Students! Ready to power up your skills? Join us for an exciting Intro to Electronics workshop at the Southeast Rio Vista YMCA! Whether you’re curious about circuits, gadgets, or how things work, this is the perfect hands-on experience for you.
🚀 Learn the basics of electronics, build cool projects, and spark your creativity! Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is for you!

Valentine's Day Tote Bag Workshop
2025-02-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Ready to create personalized gifts using Cricut equipment? Join us for a fun and hands-on Valentine’s Day workshop where we’ll be designing custom tote bags with Cricut tools! 💕 Whether you’re a Cricut pro or a beginner, this workshop is perfect for unleashing your creativity and making something special for yourself or a loved one. 🛍️
🗓 Date: February 8th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Bell Tech Center
💰 Donation: $10 per person
Bring your creativity and leave with a one-of-a-kind tote bag that’s as special as you are! 💌
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Metro Rail to River Meeting #1 (In-Person)
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Newstart Event Center, 3355 E Gage Ave, Huntington Park, CA, 90255, United States
Metro has a plan to make it easier to get around LA County, including streets that are safer for everyone. Metro wants your input to improve bicycle and pedestrian connections between the A Line Slauson Station and the LA River.
Join us at a community meeting to receive project updates, including improvements being planned along Randolph St, in collaboration with the local jurisdictions and the Randolph Corridor Active Transportation project, as well as the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.
This meeting will have a Kids’ Corner with fun activities.
The same information will be presented at each meeting. Free onsite parking and Spanish interpreters will be available.
For complete project information, please visit www.metro.net/projects/r2rb.

2025 FAFSA Application Workshop #2
2025-03-01 09:00 - 23:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Join us alongside the SELA Arts Center for our second FREE FAFSA Workshop for 2025!
We’ll be going over the basics for FAFSA and help you file.
Both parents AND students will need:
– SSN/ITIN
– 2023 Taxes
– Access to an email address
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Metro Rail to River Meeting #2 (Virtual)
2025-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Metro has a plan to make it easier to get around LA County, including streets that are safer for everyone. Metro wants your input to improve bicycle and pedestrian connections between the A Line Slauson Station and the LA River.
Join us at a community meeting to receive project updates, including improvements being planned along Randolph St, in collaboration with the local jurisdictions and the Randolph Corridor Active Transportation project, as well as the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.
The same information will be presented at each meeting!
Click here to join via Zoom!
For complete project information, please visit www.metro.net/projects/r2rb.

Metro Rail to River Meeting #3 (In-Person)
2025-03-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Bell Community Center, 6250 Pine Ave, Bell, CA, 90201, United States

Ham Radio Workshop and Demonstration
2025-03-22 09:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
This session immerses you in the world of ham radio, exploring its functions, with visits from police departments to discuss emergency response.
Get ready to connect with people from around the globe over the airwaves!
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Intro to Basic Electronics Workshop
2025-04-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
This session introduces kids to the fundamentals through hands-on activities, including soldering components onto a circuit board.
They’ll even take home their very own fun project.
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2025 FLL Spring Showdown
2025-05-03 08:00 - 16:30 | Don Bosco Technical Institute, 1151 San Gabriel Blvd, Rosemead, CA, 91770, United States
SCDC’s LEGO League Challenge Team CYBER-NAUT Stars will be participating in the 2025 SoCal Spring Showdown: Finding Roboto.
Their competition lands on Saturday, May 3rd in Rosemead, CA.
Help cover the team’s transportation and meals for competition!
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Mother’s Day Flower Pot Painting Workshop
2025-05-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Bell Gardens HQ, 6423 Florence Place STE 103, Bell Gardens, CA, 90201, United States
🌸 Celebrate Mother’s Day with a creative and meaningful activity! Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll paint your own flower pot and plant it with fresh wildflowers to take home. It’s the perfect way to spend time with loved ones or make a thoughtful, handmade gift.
Location: Bell Gardens HQ
All supplies are included with a donation of $20.
Spots are limited—reserve yours today and let your creativity bloom!
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LEGO Make & Take!
2025-05-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Calling all young builders ages 6–12!
Join us during the City of Bell’s Open Streets for a fun LEGO Make & Take activity where creativity knows no limits. Kids will get the chance to build their very own LEGO creation — and the best part? They get to take it home!
Whether they build a spaceship, a tower, or something totally out-of-the-box, this event is perfect for young imaginations to run wild. All materials will be provided — just bring your creativity and excitement!
Don’t miss out on the fun — first come, first served!

Graduation Cap and Sash Decoration Workshop
2025-05-09 14:00 - 18:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
🎓 Congrats Class of 2025!
Celebrate your achievement with style! Join us after school for a fun, creative workshop where you can decorate your graduation cap and sash. All materials will be provided—just bring your ideas!
Spaces are limited—reserve your spot and make your grad gear unforgettable!
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2025 SELA Send Off
2025-06-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Firebaugh High School, 5246 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lynwood, CA, 90262, United States
SELA Seniors, this one’s for YOU!
We’re sending you off to college in style with a FREE community celebration just for high school seniors from SELA! Join us for our SELA College Sendoff on Sunday, June 1st from 2-5 PM at Firebaugh High School in Lynwood!
A day filled with encouragement, resources, fun, and connection as you prepare for your next big step! Parents are welcome, too! Meet other families, learn more about the college transition, and get your questions answered. Translators will be available onsite.
Don’t miss out — our annual T-shirts are and supplies are limited! Register now and help spread the word to all current SELA seniors!
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Summer Tech Camp Session 1 - BTC
2025-06-16 - 2025-06-26 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
No Camp on Fridays and the Weekends

Summer Tech Camp Session 1 - BG
2025-06-16 - 2025-06-26 | Bell Gardens HQ, 6423 Florence Place STE 103, Bell Gardens, CA, 90201, United States

☀︎ SCDC Summer Break
2025-06-30 - 2025-07-04 | CA
We will be closed for summer break from! During this time, all programs and activities will be paused as we take a short break to rest and recharge.
We’ll resume normal operations on July 7th, and we look forward to seeing you then!
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you’re enjoying a fun and relaxing summer!

Summer Tech Camp Session 2 - BG
2025-07-07 - 2025-07-17 | Bell Gardens HQ, 6423 Florence Place STE 103, Bell Gardens, CA, 90201, United States

Summer Tech Camp Session 2 - BTC
2025-07-07 - 2025-07-17 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States

ARRL Field Day: Ham Radio Workshop & Demonstration
2025-07-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
Curious about how people talk across the world without cell phones or the internet?
Join us for a fun and interactive Ham Radio Workshop and Demonstration during ARRL Field Day!
This event will show you how amateur (ham) radio works, why it’s important in emergencies, and how you can get started. You’ll get to see real equipment, talk to other radio operators, and even try making a contact yourself. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity!
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Summer Tech Camp Session 3 - BG
2025-07-21 - 2025-07-31 | Bell Gardens HQ, 6423 Florence Place STE 103, Bell Gardens, CA, 90201, United States
No camp on Fridays and Weekends!

Summer Tech Camp Session 3 - BTC
2025-07-21 - 2025-07-31 | Bell Tech Center, 4357 Gage Avenue, Bell, CA, 90201, United States
No camp on Fridays and Weekends
