A free after-school drop-in center for teens in Niagara Falls, serving adolescent teens ages 11-19. The Connection Coordinator, members of the Teen Peer Program, and Community Trainers lead lively discussions and educational sessions as well as cooking classes, book clubs, and opportunities for youth to develop their community leadership skills. Contests, field trips and other activities are chosen and developed by teen members attending. Members can spend time studying or completing homework, relaxing in a safe space, and engaging in structured programs. Meals or snacks are served daily. Connection members also benefit from informal mentoring, tutoring, a video game lounge, service learning activities, character building, teen employment preparation and employer linkages, college preparation, media production, computer and printer access.