If the number of textbooks in their backpacks is any indication, the teens coming to the center are very busy with the start of the new school year. With this in mind, a major goal of the Brunswick Teen Center this month was to provide an oasis for stress relief.

Aside from the usual perks and benefits the teen members enjoy when they come to 35 Union St. — including free healthy snacks and milk — the teens were treated to something very special this month.

To cap off their first week back to school, the Teen Center held its first-ever “Movie Under the Stars” event. Because of the help and equipment provided by Kerry, Billy and Brady McQuaid, the teens were treated to “The Bourne Identity” projected 5 feet high against the People Plus building’s brick wall.

The free movie, as well as the free popcorn (donated and made by volunteer Joe Obrin Jr.) was enjoyed by all. With perfect weather, almost a dozen teens, many adult volunteers and some local residents joining in, the Teen Center’s Movie Under the Stars was a great way to wrap up the first week back to school.

Anyone who missed Movie Under the Stars can check it out on Facebook at the Brunswick Teen Center page. There are pictures, information and updates on future events. As with most aspects of the Teen Center, and especially with events such as the Movie Under the Stars, the help from volunteers is key.

Please find us on Facebook to learn more about the Brunswick Teen Center and ways to help provide a fun, safe environment for teens to gather and grow throughout the week. We really need help. Thank you.