National Youth Week

May 1 - 7, 2021

WHAT IS NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK?

National Youth Week is May 1 – 7 every year, it is a week dedicated to the celebration of youth and their active participation in their community. Whether it is recreation, drama, sport, dance, civic engagement, art, volunteerism or leadership, everyday young people are involved in meaningful activities during their discretionary time. National Youth Week is a time to honour their involvement!

All events require registration. 

Schedule of events:

Sunday, May 2, 2021

In-person Program: Comics & Visual Arts – Try it Program

Sunday, May 2^nd, 12:30pm-2:00pm

LeBrun Recreation Centre, 36 Holland Ave, Bedford

Integrate basic drawing skills with an exploration of the techniques of visual narrative.

Students will be introduced to the elements of plot and visual storytelling, with an emphasis on panel composition, page-layout and story-pacing.

Examples of comics, graphic novels and storyboards will be provided to inspire students and supplement the instruction.

In other words, we're going to draw some comics in interesting and dramatic ways!  

Max. 6 participants. Ages 12-15.
Cost: $6.78

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00040286 or contact 902.490.6666.

Virtual Program: Youth Grant Writing Workshop

Sunday, May 2^nd, 2:00pm-4:00pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca   

Offered by the #RisingYouth organization. In this workshop, Cory Herc will be guiding us through a workshop on the fundamentals of building a grant fundable project – we will begin with ideation and problem-framing, learn how to define the key components of a grant-fundable project, and explore a couple of tools that can help you refine your project plan. 

Cost: FREE

To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca   

Monday, May 3, 2021

In-person Workshop:  How to initiate change in your community

Monday, May 3rd, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

The Den Youth Centre,  Acadia Centre at 636 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville

This workshop teaches you the steps to initiate a community project. Projects could include youth led gardens, or neighborhood clean-ups. You'll learn to identify assets in your communities, your personal strengths, and develop project management skills. Participants will receive a helpful workbook to take home with them. 

Max 8 participants. Ages 16-24
Cost: FREE

Registration online through Legend. Search course code  00041045 or contact 902.490.6666.

Virtual Program: Composting at Home - Doing your part for the environment!

Monday, May 3rd, 4:00pm-5:00pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca   

There are many ways to turn your old food scraps into new nutrients for plants. One way is vermicomposting: composting using worms. It is a fun and efficient way to compost at home. Join Halifax Solid Waste Resources on Monday, May 3 from 4-5 p.m. to learn more about worm composting.

Cost: FREE

To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca   

Tuesday, May 4, 2021 

In-person Program: T-Shirt Screen Printing

Tuesday, May 4, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Power House Youth Centre, 1606 Bell Road, Halifax

Join us at the Power House for T-shirt screen-printing. T-shirts, materials and snacks will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own t-shirt, mask etc to screen-print on. 

Cost: FREE
Max 10 participants. Ages 13-18.

Registration online through Legend. Search course code  00041037 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: Zen at The Den

Tuesday, May 4, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

The Den Youth Centre,  Acadia Centre at 636 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville

Need a mid-week break? Join us at The Den for Zen at The Den! We will provide snacks and selfcare options such as coloring and face masks. 

Cost: FREE
Max 10 participants. Ages 13-18.

Registration online through Legend. Search course code  00041054 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: H.E.A.T. Outdoor Hike

Tuesday, May 4, 6:30-8:30 pm

Adventure Earth Centre, Fleming Park, 68 Parkhill Road, Halifax, NS

What is H.E.A.T? - H.E.A.T offers great opportunities for youth, ages 13 and up, who have an interest in the environment and who would like to “make a difference”. It is “youth driven” and aims to provide opportunities for leadership, to develop personal skills, to create service and action projects, to participate in active living opportunities, and to remain connected to other youth from across HRM. 

Activity Description: Join others on this youth only hike through the trails at Fleming Park. Pre-Registration Required.

Cost: FREE
Max 8 participants. Ages 13-19.

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00038463 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: Spike Ball – Try It!

Tuesday, May 4, 7:00 pm

Location Musqudoboit Rural High School

Youth ages 13-18 are invited to come join us In a game of Spike Ball! 

Registration method: Those not currently registered in the  Youth Gym Time are asked to register online through Legend or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: Intro to Disc Golf

Tuesday, May 4, 5:30 pm

Hammonds Plains Disc Golf Course – 2090 Hammonds Plains Road

Come out and learn the game of Disc Golf from Innova Ambassador David Gillett.  Learn the basics, and play a round. Equipment will be provided.

Cost: FREE
Max 8. Ages 14-18 

Registration online through Legend. Search course code: 00040285 or contact 902.490.6666.

Virtual Workshop: Intro to Computer Programming using Python Language

Tuesday May 4th, 4-5:30pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca 

In this introductory workshop offered by SuperNova, participants get to learn the fundamentals of programming by using the Python language! Participants will learn syntax and write code to create their own game in Python.

Ages 13+. 

Cost: FREE

To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca     

Virtual Workshop: How to Stop Hating Yourself: And other things you didn’t learn in school

Tuesday May 4th, 4-5:30pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca 

Join Lee Thomas (they/them) with Eating Disorders NS for this free, virtual workshop. 

Is this you? You are kind to others, but mean to yourself. You think that all bodies are good bodies, except yours. You criticize yourself too much… and then criticize yourself for criticizing yourself too much. 

You’re tired of beating yourself up, but you just don’t know what else to do. You’ve been mean to yourself for such a long time that it feels like you don’t even know how to be nice to yourself.  

How To Stop Hating Yourself is exactly what it sounds like: a crash course in kicking your inner bully to the curb and learning ways to hate yourself a little bit less. And maybe even sorta kinda someday starting to like yourself.   

• Learn about negative thinking styles, and identify the unhelpful thought patterns that impact you   How to notice the voice of your inner bully, and how to begin separating that voice from your own. 
• Learn about ways that you might be sabotaging yourself without even realizing it!
• Explore ways to become a better teammate to yourself, and brainstorm ways to practice these skills.

Ages 13+. 

Cost: FREE

To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca     

 

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

In-person Workshop:  How to initiate change in your community

Wednesday, May 5, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Power House Youth Centre, 1606 Bell Road, Halifax

This workshop teaches you the steps to initiate a community project. Projects could include youth led gardens, or neighborhood clean-ups. You'll learn to identify assets in your communities, your personal strengths, and develop project management skills. Participants will receive a helpful workbook to take home with them. 

Max 8 participants. Ages 16-24
Cost: FREE

Registration online through Legend. Search course code  00041040 or contact 902.490.6666.

Thursday, May 6, 2021

In-person Program: D&D & Pizza

Thursday, May 6, 5:00pm - 8:00pm (Continues weekly until June 24, 2021)

Power House Youth Centre, 1606 Bell Road, Halifax

This is an 8-week program. Join for a game of Dungeons & Dragons. You will create a character and set out on an adventure! Pizza will be provided. We will be using D&D 5e as the platform. A free set of dice will be given to each participant.

Max 5 participants. 
Cost: FREE

Registration online through Legend. Search course code  00041050 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: H.E.A.T. Outdoor Coffee House

Thursday, May 6, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location:  Fairbanks Centre, Shubie Park, 54 Locks Road,  Dartmouth, NS

What is H.E.A.T? H.E.A.T offers great opportunities for youth, ages 13 and up, who have an interest in the environment and who would like to “make a difference”. It is “youth driven” and aims to provide opportunities for leadership, to develop personal skills, to create service and action projects, to participate in active living opportunities, and to remain connected to other youth from across HRM.

Activity Description: Open mic style night where youth can share their music, poem, spoken word talents. Pre-Registration Required.

Cost: FREE
Max 8 participants. Ages 13-19.

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00038462 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: Youth Gym Time

Thursdays 6:15pm – 7:45pm
Location: Gordon R. Snow Community Centre – gymnasium
Youth can enjoy being active and playing their favourite sports with their friends.

Cost: FREE
Max 15 participants. Ages 12-17.

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00037164 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program:  Cricut Making Workshop

Thursday May 6, 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Sackville Sports Stadium – (South Wing Classroom)

Come make your own personalized, professional quality Cricut® project. Cricut supplies & snacks will be provided! Bring your own project idea or get inspired with a little help from the evening's facilitators. Registration is required.

Ages 13-24

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00040287 or contact 902.490.6666.

Virtual Workshop: Intro to webpage creation

Thursday May 6th, 4-5:30pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca 

In this interactive workshop offered by SuperNova, participants will create their own webpage game and discover the world of web creation while coding with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

Ages 13+
Cost: FREE

To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca  

Virtual Workshop: Intro to Public Speaking

Thursday May 6th, 6pm -7:00pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca 

Join us to learn tips and tricks for when you have to speak in front of people. Offered by staff of the Power House Youth Centre. 

Ages 13-24.
Cost: FREE

 To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca  

Friday, May 7, 2021

In-person Program: Youth Night

Fridays 5:30-8:30 pm
Location: Gordon R. Snow Community Centre
Youth can enjoy hanging out with friends in a safe, supervised environment. Activities include unstructured sport time in the gym along with video and board games, movie nights, arts & crafts and more.

Cost: FREE
Max 20 participants. Ages 12-15.

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00037165 or contact 902.490.6666.

In-person Program: Games Night

Friday, May 7, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Cole Harbour Recreation Office, 1216 Cole Harbour Road, Cole Harbour

Join us for board games and video game night at the Cole Harbour Rec Office! 

Cost: FREE
Max 10 participants. Ages 13+ 

Registration online through Legend. Search course code 00038490 or contact 902.490.6666.

Virtual Workshop: Virtual Yoga

Friday, May 7, 7:00pm-8:00pm

Offered virtually. Register to obtain link. To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca 

Grab your mat and join us for a virtual yoga session. No experience needed.

Cost: Free
Ages: 13-24

To register, e-mail youth@halifax.ca