PLACENTIA

In an effort to improve after-school programs for youth, the Boys & Girls Club on East Crowther Avenue has introduced a daily running club from 4 to 4:30 p.m. and a weight training program taught by Carlos Venegas, the new sports director.

And, in light of the city’s renewed goal to invest more money in youth programs and services, Venegas and club Executive Director Colleen Braga plan to start more athletic, tutoring and vocational programs. Next month, Venegas said, the club will begin kick boxing classes and plans to start parenting classes soon. Sign-ups are available now. Annual club membership is $10. Information: (714) 528-8140.