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Youth Programs
National Youth Week 2022
We’re celebrating National Youth Week from May 1–7 with free recreation and culture activities for youth to inspire, engage and connect.
Activity schedule for National Youth Week 2022
All programming is for Barrie youth aged 13–19. Activities are free, drop-in, first come-first served.
When & Where
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May 1
2:05–3:55 pm
Allandale Recreation Centre (190 Bayview Drive)
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Sensory Swim: This swim welcomes those requiring a specialized environment to swim in.
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May 2 to 6
(10:45–12pm & 12–1:15pm)
Allandale Recreation Centre (190 Bayview Drive)
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Lunch Time Chat: During lunchtime, you will be provided an opportunity to have a voice and provide input on how to help strengthen our youth services. Enjoy complimentary Hot Chocolate during the May 4 Chat!
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May 2 to 6
Meridian Place and Five Points Theatre, presented by Pratt Homes & Pratt Development
(Downtown Barrie)
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“Shine Green” Light Projections: The existing lights at the Five Points Theatre, presented by Pratt Homes & Pratt Development, and the lights above the canopy at Meridian Place will be turned green as part of the “Shine Green” campaign for Children’s Mental Health Week.
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May 3
3:30–5:30pm
The Sandbox Centre (24 Maple Ave., 2nd Floor)
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Youth Bosses: At this special event, you’ll be able to work with experts from the
Small Business Centre to collaborate on creating a company and forming a business plan. You will also learn about the Summer Company Program, available resources, funding and supports to youth entrepreneurs in Barrie.
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May 5
Various times Peggy Hill Team Community Centre
(171 Mapleton Ave) |
Creator’s College: Celebrate Youth Content Creators in this series of workshops, including:
Tik Tok Dance Workshop (6–6:50pm)
Social Media Safety Workshop (7–7:50pm)
Content Creation Workshop (8–9pm) Join the Content Creation Workshop virtually via Zoom. |
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May 6
4–5:50pm
Allandale Recreation Centre (190 Bayview Drive)
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Youth Skate
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| May 6
3:30–9:30 pm
Peggy Hill Team Community Centre (171 Mapleton Ave)
| Youth Take Over Night: You will take over the Peggy Hill Team Community Centre! This event will feature an esports tournament, fitness boot camp, free throw contest, Nerf battle and a swim.
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| May 6
5–8:30pm
Lampman Lane Community Centre (59 Lampman Lane)
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Friday Night Youth Drop-in: Join us for a specialty, themed night full of fun!
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| May 7
11am–1pm
Meridian Place
(Downtown Barrie)
| Barrie Wellness Fair: Stop by the Barrie Wellness Fair for youth and family friendly activities!
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