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The New York City skyline will light up for afterschool programs on October 20, 2016, as the Empire State Building glows yellow in honor of Lights On Afterschool.

Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their role in keeping kids safe, inspiring them to learn and helping working families. The effort has become a hallmark of the afterschool movement and annually sees more than 1 million Americans celebrate at more than 8,000 events nationwide.

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Learn from experts and fellow practitioners on the latest in afterschool, including program funding, research and analysis, practical guides, and how to's.

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Lights On Afterschool 101

Tue, Aug 16, 2016

Lights On Afterschool 101

In Lights On Afterschool 101 we will show you the basics of planning a successful Lights On Afterschool event. Lights On Afterschool events can be whatever you make them; like afterschool programs, Lights On Afterschool events come in all shapes and sizes and don't have to cost a lot to be effective.

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Lights On Afterschool: Social Media Outreach Strategies

Thu, Oct 1, 2015

Lights On Afterschool: Social Media Outreach Strategies

In this webinar, we will provide ideas for using social media before, during and after your Lights On Afterschool event to maximize your event's profile in the community and overall impact.

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Lights On Afterschool: Engaging Policy Makers & The Media

Wed, Sep 16, 2015

Lights On Afterschool: Engaging Policy Makers & The Media

In this webinar, we will discuss a variety of strategies and considerations when reaching out to policy makers and the media to make sure that your Lights On Afterschool event makes a big splash!

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Lights On Afterschool 101

Wed, Sep 9, 2015

Lights On Afterschool 101

Lights On Afterschool events can be whatever you make them. Like afterschool programs, Lights On Afterschoolevents come in all shapes and sizes and don't have to cost a lot to be effective. This webinar will show you the basics of planning a successful Lights On Afterschool event.

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