Holiday Hours

HOLIDAY HOURS:

Tuesday December 25, 2012 - CLOSED
Wednesday December 26, 2012 - CLOSED
Thursday December 27, 2012 - OPEN 3 to 10
Friday December 28, 2012 - OPEN 3 to 10

Tuesday January 1, 2013 - CLOSED
Wednesday January 2, 2012 - OPEN 3 to 10
and then we are back to regular hours, open 3 to 10 Tuesday to Friday.

Enjoy your holidays. But remember to be smart and make responsible decisions...but also have funnnn. We'll see you next week.

Laters:)

FRIDAY DECEMBER 21, 2012

It's Friday, it's the winter solstice, it's the shortest day of the year, it's the last day we are open until after Christmas, and the world didn't end! Pretty sweet day I think. So for this most exciting day, we are playing Monopoly at 4:00. At 7:00 Anna is leading Junior Round Table while Brynna plays Cranium. And to end the week? The 5-4-3-2-1 workout of course. Come and chillax with us.

Laters :)

THURSDAY DECEMBER 20, 2012

We are MAKING XMAS CARDS at 4:00.

At 5:00 we are BUILDING SNOWMEN. Now there might be a slight problem as there is no snow outside. So this might take some extra brain storming. But either which way, we will be making snowmen. Maybe we'll draw them, maybe we'll make them out of cotton balls or maybe...just maybe, if we all do a little snow dance, we'll wake up tomorrow and everything will be covered in a blanket of fresh snow. And not just any snow, but the kind that packs together really well. You know what I'm talking about. It has just the slightest amount of wettness to it so it sticks together real well. Yes, that is the snow we want.

And at 7:00 p.m. we are having our annual WINTER PARTY. So please bring a snack to share at our party.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 19, 2012

Guess what?!?! We are playing one of my favorite games during brain boost. Want to know what it is? Do ya, do ya? It's UNO! So funnnn.

At 4:00 we will be visited by a very special guest. No, it's not Santa. Although, this person is quite jolly. It's Brynna. She will come to visit us here at the YC, and to take you ICE SKATING. If you want to join her on the ice, make sure you bring $2.00, ice skates (obviously) and if your 16 years old or younger you will need to bring and wear a helmet.

At 6:30 Anna will be leading another exploration into the culinary arts. It is always an adventure with some ups and downs but in the end we always have fun and most of the time there is something edible at the end of all the magic (pretty sure that was a very long run-on but hey, it's the net, I'm not being graded on grammar . It really is a wonder what I'm able to do with a microwave. Seriously, I'm good.

When the clock chimes 1900 hours (that's 7:00 p.m. peeps), there will be a SENIOR ROUND TABLE.

Laters :)

TUESDAY DECEMBER 18, 2012

We are expanding our brains this afternoon with CROSSWORD & SUDOKU PUZZLES.

At 7:00 p.m. Anna is going to the EDSS GYM to play INDOOR BALL HOCKEY.

Also at 7:00 p.m., Cat will be doing her best Alex Trebek impersonation and hosting a thrilling game of YC JEOPARDY.

Laters :)

THURSDAY DECEMBER 13, 2012

At 4:00 we are investigating a crime. It is up to you to solve this horrendous act. It could be anyone, the person to your left or perhaps the person to your left (can a person have two lefts?)...or maybe it was  you...in the library...with a candlestick....gasp! Oh, the horror! To figure out who is responsible and/or to clear your name, come by the Youth Centre to play a game of CLUE.

At 5:30 you can get your groove on...your dance groove that is. So prepare accordingly to throw down with DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION."Everybody dance now".

At 6:00 Anna will be loading the Batmobile with the winning group from our Goodwill fundraiser to go on the GOODWILL SHOPPING TRIP. Currently, the girls are in the lead having raised $42.00 and the boys following slightly behind, having raised $22.00. So it appears as though, if no sudden changes occur, the girls will be accompanying me to Conestoga Mall to shop for Christmas gifts for Goodwill. The winning team will be announced at 10pm on Wednesday. A permission form is required. So, if you think you will be on the lucky winning team, make sure to grab a permission form and bring it back on Thursday before we leave. It's sure to be a happy night...giving and doing good is always so awesome.

At 7:00 we are putting on our lab coats and safety glasses (not actually!) to conduct a NEATO SCIENCE EXPERIMENT. Anything described as "neato" must be cool beans, so make sure to come check it out!! Neato indeed.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 12, 2012

So you think your bridge has what it takes? Oh, you do! You really think your bridge is the strongest?!?! Well, let's test it, shall we? Today at 4:00 p.m. we are conducting BRIDGE STRENGTH TESTS (part 2). Let us see whose bridge reigns victorious.

Today at 6 o'clock, it will be a dark hour here at the YC...very dark and disturbing indeed. Why so dark, you ask? It is simply due to the BURPEE CHALLENGE. My most loathed of exercises! Eeeewww, the very thought sends shivers down my spine. In all honestly, I think burpees should from now on be referred to as "the exercise that shall not be named". Yes...that seems fitting. Oh burpees...I really dislike you. But guess what? Burpees are an amazing exercise. They improve your cardiovascular abilities while also strengthening and increasing muscle in both the upper and lower body. Yes, they are not only good for you...they are amazing for you. But, they are also quite difficult...so this is going to be crazy fun. Are you ready for it? Think you can beat me? Think you can even talk me into trying to beat you? All I know is that it will make for a very interesting night. Burpees.

At 7:00 p.m. we are having a POOL TOURNAMENT.

Also at 7:00 p.m. is our YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING. All Youth Council reps are to be there, so please make sure you are. Awesome!


Laters :)

TUESDAY DECEMBER 11, 2012

BUILD A BRIDGE (part 1)! After the smashing success of our last bridge building contest, we are doing it again...but with some slight restrictions. We've got all sorts of cool building materials, so come test your abilities as a structural engineer or something along those lines. If you build it today, we will test it's strength and endurance tomorrow.

At 7:00 p.m. Cat will be trekking to the EDSS GYM to play FRISBEE & SKIPPING. It's going to be funnnn. So bring your lovely selves down to the YC and join us in this amazing and funnnn display of athleticism.

And are you ready for this?!?! Cause it's going to be epic! So...have you properly prepared yourself? Okay, perhaps your ready for it....so guess what...we are MAKING RICE KRISPIE SQUARES. Nom nom. It's as simple as that.

And you know what would go delightfully with your rice krispie square? Hot chocolate of course. Mmm, heaven.  BUY A HOT CHOCOLATE for only $0.25. Wow, such a delicious deal.

And that is the most terrific Tuesday we have planned for you here at the Youth Centre. Come and be apart of the terrificness...seriously.

Laters :)

FRIDAY DECEMBER 7, 2012

At 4:00 we are MAKING GIFT BAGS FOR XMAS.

At 5:00 it's a friendly game of BALL HOCKEY out in the cold. Now frost nip is not a very cool experience as I recently discovered, so make sure to bundle up, especially those poor susceptible toes.

At 7:00 we are playing SCENE IT JR.

It's cold outside, like very cold. Whatever adventures you are going on this fine weekend, make sure to make smart choices and stay warm and safe. Understood?

Laters :)

THURSDAY DECEMBER 6, 2012

We will be delving into the most exciting realm of lexeme during our brain boost. So make sure your here at the Youth Centre around 4:00 p.m. to get your SCRABBLE game on. Word.

At 6:00 p.m. Anna will be hitting the gym, the WMC FITNESS CENTRE that is. So, a big shout out to all fitness buffs or anyone else interested in the art of healthy living. Make sure to wear proper indoor footwear, advisably of the running variety, and proper gym type apparel (because jeans are a no go). Oh yeah, don't forget to bring in $8.00 too.

And from 6:30 to 9:30 we will be partying it up while also raising funds for Goodwill. That's right, we're having a PAY TO PLAY night. So bring in your extra change and maybe a few big kid dollars to help a great cause. It's true that helping others can be a very fulfilling experience, so test it out!

Hope to see you.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 5, 2012

I am the master of all that is! But...I mean, what's new?! Hehehe. At 4:00 p.m. we are mastering our minds and possibly the minds of those around us. Whoa, busy day here at the YC. Come by and play a round or two of MASTERMIND.

At 5:30 p.m. there will be a WALL-SIT CONTEST. Make sure to wear shoes with decent grip or you will put yourself at an automatic disadvantage, which would be uber uncool.

At 6:45 Anna will be leaving the YC and taking you to the EyeGo "BEATLES" CONCERT. The cost is only $5.00 for secondary school students with a student card. So make sure to bring your permission form and money in to attend this good time. Let's make it happen!

And at 7:00 p.m. Karyn will be popping in for a little visit. But this won't be exclusively a social visit, oh no sir! You will be making a HOLIDAY CRAFT WITH KARYN. Fun, fun.

TUESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2012

It's officially December. Now it doesn't really feel like December, what with the 12 degree weather and all. But it is in fact the month of December. Craziness indeed. And it being the month of December, we here at the Youth Centre have a great big gift for you. Do you want to know what it is?!?! Do you, do you, do you? Here it is...are you ready?

The Youth Centre is now open from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. everyday, WITHOUT CLOSING!!!!! See, I knew you'd love it. So now you get to hang with us and us with you for 7 hours straight.

Today, at 4:00 p.m. we will be playing Two Truths and a Tale. Fun game. Let's see who is most deceptive (cue evil laugh).

At 7:00 p.m. Anna will be going to the EDSS GYM to play INDOOR SOCCER. Also at 7:00 p.m. Cat will be rocking the YC by playing ROCK BAND TOUR..."whoooaaaa, I'm still alive". Oh yes, Mr. Vedder, you rock my socks.

And to bring in this month of December, we will be DECORATING THE YC FOR WINTER. Should be a festive good time.

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2012

It's Friday, the day between Thursday and Saturday. And it also happens to be the neatest day that is not a weekend. So funnnn, isn't it? That was not a rhetorical question people. I want to hear you shout it out loud: FRIDAY IS FUNNNN. Sometimes it just feels so good to shout. So with it being firmly established that Friday's are the ultimate fun-ness to be had during the work week, you might be interested in knowing what kind of amazingness we have planned for you. To welcome the beginning of the weekend, you will be given the opportunity to learn and practice ORIGAMI. So mosey on over to the YC after you leave your respected educational institution to learn this traditional Japanese paper craft.

At 6:30 p.m. Anna is going BOWLING. Just bring $10.00 and you too can join the bowling fun. Will it be 5 pin, 10 pin, glow in the dark or just a plain old good time? The only way to find out is to join in.

At 8:30 p.m. we are testing your cores. We've blasted them in the past so today it's finally time to test your strength and endurance. I do so love me some planks, so I hereby propose a PLANK CONTEST.

And to end a pretty neat week, we will be playing KINECT ADVENTURES.

Hope y'all have a splendid good time this weekend. Spend time outside and with some neat people. But come back to us in one happy and healthy piece on Tuesday, ya hear?!?!

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2012

We are getting our game on by playing BINGO and Wii SMARTYPANTS, also commonly referred to as Wii Intelligent Pantaloons. Oh pantaloons, what a wonderful word you are! I think we as a society should entirely ditch such a tiresome word as pants and replace it by exclusively referring to our bottomly coverings as pantaloons! Yes, a reformation is in order. Hear ye, hear ye...we here at the Youth Centre will immediately discontinue all use of the word pants (blah, doesn't it just leave a bad taste in your mouth?!?!) Instead, we of immense grace and eloquence will only refer to the aforementioned as pantaloons (isn't that better? It just flows off the tongue). 

And at 7:00 p.m. we are learning to shake and move our bodies by trying out Zumba!! Cat will be joining you in this awesome exploration of movement, so that is practically a guarantee that you will have a blast. And listen up young members, the cost is only $8. So grab some money and gym clothes and come Zumba it up.

Laters :)

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Do you make art? Because we here at the Youth Centre like to make art! And on the program today? Fractal Drawings!! No idea what that is? Oh you do know what it is, well aren't you a smarty party. To recap, our brain boost this fine Monday will be I MAKE ART: FRACTAL DRAWINGS. Can't wait to see what sort of geometrical magic you lovelies create. And if you in fact have no idea what on earth I'm talking about then come figure it out with us.

At 7:00 p.m. our very own Cat will be hiking to EDSS (it's a joke guys, EDSS is literally a one minute walk away). EDSS GYM: BADMINTON will surely be fun fun, so make sure you come hang with us.

And to end the evening we will be having a jolly good time with KARAOKE & STAND UP COMEDY.

Laters :)

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 23, 2012

For our brain boost today we are going to PLAY THE PIANO (well keyboard to be more accurate).

At 7:00 p.m. Cat will be packing up her swimsuit, water wings and towel and heading to the PUBLIC SWIM IN ELMIRA. You, too, can join her with your water wings at the very low cost of $2.50.

And the evening event will be KINECT SPORTS. That's it, that's all. A relaxed day but it is Friday after all.

So as is my custom, please stay safe and smart this weekend. Have fun but don't do anything I wouldn't approve of. Got it?!?!

Laters :)

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2012

We're throwing down here at the Youth Centre. How so? By having a CHESS TOURNAMENT no doubt! So boost your brain by playing chess with a worthy adversary.

At 7:00 p.m. Anna will be leading BOYS ROUND TABLE. So bring your boyish selves down to the YC and let us talk about whatever troubles you or whatever pleases you or basically whatever. You see, the thing is we're not overly concerned about what we talk about. Really, we just want you to talk about anything that you feel like talking about, get it? Most likely there will be grapes and perhaps a sweet little treat to accompany our most in depth conversation.

At 8:00 p.m. we will be positioning ourselves in front of the big screen and attempting some YOGA by way of DVD instruction.

And finally the evening event will be of the girly variety (so obviously Anna won't be leading that one!). MANICURES. We are doing our nails. Should be fun.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Neature is neat, no argument there. And because we love neature and we want to make a positive difference   by helping neature we are going to MAKE A BIRD FEEDER. Yes, we are feeding the little critters that live in neature.

At 7:00 p.m. we are having a PUSH-UP COMPETITION. Now I'm going to be a stickler with form. I don't want to see any butts waving high up in the air and hip thrusts are definitely not considered proper push-ups. I want to see nice solid cores which will allow for proper push-up form. And your arms have to bend, preferably to a right angle (that's 90 degrees). Yep I want full range of motion. And if your not feeling mighty powerful then you can put your knees down for added assistance but I still want to see proper form. Now let's see how many you can push out!! Ready, set, go....burns so good, right?!?!

Also at 7:00 p.m. there will be GIRLS ROUND TABLE. Cat's hosting this one, so bring your awesome selves into the YC and all members with XX (that's you girls) chromosomes are encouraged to participate.

And finally for our evening event we are going old school. How, you ask! Well, we are playing SUPER NINTENDO MARIO WORLD.

Laters :)

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2012

I've got mad game, there's no disputing it but did you know I also have MAD LIBS? Yes, indeed I do. You should check if you have Mad Libs too! To do so one must simply come to the YC after school, we open at 3 p.m., and join the mad Mad Lib fun.

At 5:00 p.m. Anna will be completely and utterly embarassing herself. You can witness this spectacle firsthand or you can try your hips at the art of hula yourself. It's going to be an event for sure, so make sure your around for our HULA HOOPS CONTEST.

The YC is going on a trip to GALAXY THEATRE to entertain ourselves with a piece of cinematic art, also commonly referred to as a movie. We will be leaving at 6:15. Make sure you bring your permission form and $$.

And to end the week we will be having an AIR HOCKEY TOURNAMENT. Do you think you can hack it?

It's suppose to be a beaut out there this weekend so make sure to get out and enjoy neature. And be safe and smart but remember to have fun and live life to the fullest.

Laters :)

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2012

You have the letters B, C, E, B, S, A, B, L and R. What kind of word could you possible come up with using such an array of letters? Well SCRABBLE of course. Yes indeed, the brain boost today is SCRABBLE. Funnnn.

At 3:30 Cat will be going ICE SKATING, you should def join her! All you have to do is bring $2.00, skates, a helmet and warm skating type clothing (so obviously you should sport some shorts and a tank, cause everyone knows ice is hot! No wait, I think I got that backwards...let me think. Fire=hot, ice=cold...oh right! Ok, scratch the shorts and tank and maybe opt for warm pants and a coat. Yes that seems more appropriate). So remember: money, skates, helmet and warm bodily coverings.

At 7:00 p.m. we will be having a YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING. All representatives are expected to attend with a smile and chipper attitude (I know you are always just lovely but sometimes a ever so gently reminder is not so bad).

And finally, our evening event is CRANIUM. So get your humming lips, drawing hands and thinking caps ready cause it's going down, Cranium style. Ohhh yeah, better watch out.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2012

BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY! Need I say more? No.


haha but I will fill you in on some of the details. BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY VIDEOS. Really, do you really need to know anything more? No, you really don't. Afterall, it's Bill Nye. I bet you can hear the song in your right now. Come in to the YC for our brain boost activity of BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY VIDEOS and then you can hear the song for realsies and see the science guy known as Bill Nye. My word, I'm awesome.

We are hoping to have a special guest for our evening event. No guarantees though. But maybe if you cross your fingers real tight and wish hopeful thoughts it might happen. Do it. NOW! So, if all goes as planned and all our hoping and wishing pays off we will be making a HOLIDAY CRAFT WITH KARYN.

And finally to get our feet, bums, hands and heads moving we will be playing DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION at 8:00 p.m. EVERYBODY DANCE NOW, bomp bomp bomp bomp bomp bomp. You can here it, you know you can.

Laters :)

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Our brain boosting activity this fine afternoon will be some PERSONALITY QUIZZES.

At 7:00 p.m. Cat will be taking a group of any interested youth to the EDSS GYM to play DODGEBALL and TV TAG.

And our evening event will be Wii JEOPARDY.

Laters

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2012

It's Friday and it's also a PD Day! Lucky you. You have the entire day to do just as you wish, what a luxury. So, since I imagine your going to have an incredibly lazy morning, we've got a pretty chill afternoon planned too. First we will be playing UNO. At 6:00 p.m. Cat will be leading a LEARN TO JUGGLE instruction session. Around 6:30 p.m., your tummies will probably be grumbling and rumbling, so you can BUY A SLICE OF PIZZA, only $2.00 a slice. Nom nom, pizza is so yummy. And finally we will be finding a comfy spot somewhere close to the TV and watching a MOVIE while enjoying some POPCORN. Seriously, that's one awesome day we have planned for you.

Enjoy your weekend and make sure to stay safe while making healthy and intelligent decisions.

Laters :)

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2012

At 3:30 sharp Cat will be embarking on an AUTUMN TRAIL WALK. Join her and appreciate all the neature that surrounds us. Neature makes me very happy and if you give it a chance I bet it will make you happy too! But remember that neature can be cold and dangerous, so make sure to dress properly and wear appropriate footwear. Meanwhile, Anna will be rocking the afternoon at the YC! That's right, Anna will be out during the daylight (shocking I know). And how will I be spending these most precious daylight hours? Well, I think I will play some MONOPOLY. After the supper break, around 6:30 p.m. there will be a SIT-UP COMPETITION. And to end a perfectly delightful day we will be having ourselves a little POOL TOURNAMENT.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2012

Ok, how is it November? Like seriously?!?! I'm pretty sure my mind and body are still completely in agreement that it is in fact June. Yes, somehow I have traveled in time! I am not sure how I managed such a feat but apparently I have! If only I could understand how this happened, I would be famous. But alas I don't. But seriously, I'm slightly concerned by the nature of time and how quickly it passes. It's scary and disheartening really. Ok, I'm done but surely you agree with me?! And you know what? It will be Christmas before we know it and then spring will be just around the corner and you know what comes after spring?!? SUMMER! So yes, I plan to jump from summer to summer, making short stops at the other seasons just to enjoy the very best of them. Yep, that's my plan.

So somehow I got very distracted. I'll try and concentrate now. So today we will be having both our JUNIOR and SENIOR ROUND TABLES. Our SENIOR ROUND TABLE will be in the afternoon during our brain boost time slot. And the JUNIOR ROUND TABLE will be held during the evening event. At 7:00 p.m. we will be getting fit by playing KINECT DANCE. And we have an extra craft planned today too. We will be making a REMEMBRANCE DAY POPPY CRAFT.

Ok readers, that's it that's all.

Laters :)

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2012

I have safely returned! Did you miss me? Oh, who am I kidding? Of course you missed me!! So today is Tuesday, all day long. For our brain boost activity we will be GLUING A PUZZLE ONTO A FRAME. That's right. Do you remember that crazy huge Television History puzzle the YC tackled in no time? Well, we are finally proudly displaying our efforts. Thus, we are gluing the puzzle onto a frame.

At 7:00 p.m. Anna will be taking the group to the EDSS gym to play BASKETBALL/BUMP.

And our evening event this evening (ha, see what I did there?) will be ROCKBAND TOUR CHALLENGES.

So come in and chill out with us? Or should I say, come in and warm up with us?!?! Although, truth be told it feels pretty warm out there compared to climates I've been privy to this past week.

Laters :)

FRIDAY OCTOBER 26, 2012

It's the last Friday before Halloween, so we've got some frighteningly fantastic festivities planned!! 

It all started on an ordinary, possibly boring Friday. But something  was amiss, things were just not right at the YC. We tried to ignore the sneaking feeling that everything was odd by writing some HALLOWEEN HAIKUS (a type pf poem, or more specifically "a major form of Japanese verse, written in 17 syllables divided into 3 lines of 5, 7 and 5 syllables and employing highly evocative allusions and comparisons") but this did little to ease our troubled minds. Then suddenly a fleeting image appears around the white board. It was trying to communicate something to us but we were lost, having no idea what this otherworldly creature was trying to tell us. One thing lead to another and before we knew it we were playing SPOOKY PICTIONARY with the ghost. His name was Casper, nice guy actually. Truly inspired by Casper's levitation skills, Anna proposed a friendly WALL SIT COMPETITION. Casper kindly did not participate but rather agreed to judge.  And finally, after all these slightly irregular occurrences of the evening started to wig us out, Anna decided it would be cool magic beans if the YC were to go to the creepiest land ever known...Palmerston. Now, what could possibly possess her to want to take the YC to Palmerston?!?! For the DALY STREET HAUNTED HOUSE of course, because no Halloween would be creepy enough without a couple of good scares and sheer cries of terror. Oh it will be fun! So bring your permission form and $5.00 and you can jump on the crazy train leaving the Youth Centre at 6:30 p.m. Anna, or possibly Batwoman or Red (haven't decided what secret identity I might bring out), dares you to join her for a scary good time. 

Laters :)

THURSDAY OCTOBER 25, 2012

Crokinole, oh crokinole. We know so much about you (and if you have no idea what I'm talking about, check out an earlier post in which I delved deep into everything crokinole). It was a pretty amazing little post, so honestly you should go back and read it. And after you've read it you should come to the YC to play CROKINOLE.

Anna has got another new and totally cool beans get moving activity planned for you. Yes good sir, you will be experiencing a little workout called the 5-4-3-2-1 WORKOUT. Yep, it's going to feel amazing. So maybe bring some comfy gym type clothing, proper protective foot wear perhaps of the athletic variety and of course some water. After all, water is absolutely necessary to sustain human life.

At 7:00 p.m. any and all interested girls can participate in the GIRLS ROUND TABLE CONVERSATION with Anna. So bring any ideas/issues you want to talk about or just come and chill, it's all the same to us. But seriously, if you have something specific you want to cover make sure to bring it up because we are here for you. We want to help in any way we can, be it listening, offering advice or maybe just hanging out in silence. Whatever you need, we want to make it happen. So, bring your pretty selves to the YC.

And finally, our evening event will be MINUTE TO WIN IT. Yes indeed, we are talking about a spectrum of 60 second challenges that tend to be quite comical in nature. Think you are up for the challenge? Oh yeah? Well, the only way to find out is to come in and bravely attempt these tasks.

Laters :)

THURSDAY OCTOBER 18, 2012

So guess what we're playing today? 20 QUESTIONS!! We will be boosting our brains, your brains, everybody's brains by playing this game that is one of my favorites. You do remember how much I like questions, don't you?!?! Did you see what I did there? Yes, it's just too easy but I'll stop now.

At 3:30 p.m. Cat and Brynna will be going ICE SKATING! So bring your skates, helmet and $2.00 to join the fun. Or you can chill with Anna at the YC during day light hours, craziness I know! You can finally discover if Anna is a vampire in disguise or if she simply adores the night. Any guesses?

And tonight we will be finishing our QUOTES ON CANVAS craft. Some of you finished early and they look might good.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 17, 2012

Tick. Tock. Tick. Tock. Yep...we are playing CLOCK SOLITAIRE during brain boost today.

I hope your cores are feeling strong because I am going to hit them hard by doing a fABtastic core workout! Yep, just because it's getting cold outside doesn't mean we should abandon dreams of healthy bodies. So, come to the YC around 6 p.m. and get pumped. Your going to love it, I know I will.

QUOTES ON CANVAS continues today.

And our awesome extra evening event today will be a FALL SHOPPING TRIP to Stone Road Mall. Be at the Youth Centre at 6:30 with $$ and a permission form. Let's go check out the swag and see if we can't ready our closets for the cold weather. Winter, here we come!

TUESDAY OCTOBER 16, 2012

Today is the day that we start our QUOTES ON CANVAS CRAFT. It's going to be a a craft that takes us the whole week to finish but believe me it will be well worth the prolonged effort. So bring your creative juices and come into the YC to create an awesome piece of original artwork. Oh yeah, and don't forget your favorite quote!!

Cat is going to be heading to the EDSS GYM to play SOCCER. Meet at the YC around 6:45 p.m. and you can walk over with her.

And finally, to finish off a lovely evening we will be going to THE ROBIN'S NEST to enjoy some acoustic music and some warm beverages. Brrr, baby it's cold out there so I'm thinking hot chocolate, nom nom. Make sure you bring a little bit of pocket money so you too can enjoy the culinary delights of the season. Anyone else L.O.V.E Pumpkin Spice Lattes?!?!

Laters :)

FRIDAY OCTOBER 12, 2012

Brain boost: Wii Jeopardy
Evening Event: 7:00 p.m. Watch a Movie
Get Moving: Hockey Shoot Out
Extra: Buy a slice of pizza $

Stay safe and enjoy your weekend!


Laters ;)

THURSDAY OCTOBER 11, 2012

Picture this: I am sitting in the comfy office chair (you know the one I'm talking about), I slowly turn to face you, my fingers tapping together in a very slow and studious way, we lock eyes and in that moment you understand (cue menacing laughter). So what was it that you understood? That I'm a mastermind most obviously. So without further ado, we will be playing MASTERMIND during brain boost.

At 7:00 p.m. Anna will be leading the LEARN TO RUN/JOG group. Now, last time we did not have a very strong turn out, sad! But honestly people, running is amazing and you will never discover this until you start moving one foot in front of the other at an ever increasing pace. Yep, that's called running. I dare you to try it.

Our evening event will be a PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT. Prize anyone? Yes, how did you know? There will be a prize for the winning team or person. Come check it out, see just how well you know Cat and the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

And finally, cue drum roll. Anna will be taking you to THE ROBIN'S NEST later in the evening. Mmmm, late night coffee, how could that possibly ever be wrong? It simply can't be. In no world of any worth can coffee be a bad thing. So bring some spending money to buy yourself a treat.

Laters ;)

Wednesday's Youth Council Meeting

Tonight's Youth Council meeting is CANCELLED! Cat is not feeling well, Kelly has a prior engagement and although Anna is pretty neat, she is simply not capable of altering the spacetime continuum (in other words I can't be in more than one place at a time, dig it?). Sad I know, you honestly thought I could do anything. So Youth Council Reps, enjoy your night off and use it wisely.

Laters ;)

P.S. Make sure you still come to the YC tonight and chill with me, Anna that is.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 10, 2012

We will be playing CHESS during our brain boost time.

At 6:30 we will be STRETCHING. Nothing feels quite as good as a good stretching session. And I totally mean that.

Our evening event will be CRIBBAGE. If your not familiar with this game, come out and Anna will teach you. It'll be fun.

And at 7:00 p.m. YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING. All Youth Representatives are expected to attend so please make sure your there.

That's it, that's all.

Laters :)

TUESDAY OCTOBER 9, 2012

It's Tuesday and it's cold out there, bbrrrr. To warm ourselves up we will be going to the EDSS small gym and learning how to kick box! Crazy amazing, right?!?! Meet at the YC at 6:45 p.m. and we will all head over to the gym together at 7 p.m. Our kickboxing instructor is legit, so make sure to come check this one out. I don't know about you but I'm stoked.

Our evening event is a little game I like to call "Name That Tune". It's a good little game. Want to know how it works? Well of course you do. You listen to a few seconds of a song and you try and be the first one to guess what song it is. Fun, right?

Hope to see you at the YC.

Laters :)

FRIDAY OCTOBER 5, 2012

Someone once told me that Uno is a quintessential camping card game. Now camping season is perhaps behind us (although I am reluctant to adopt this thought) but this most certainly does not mean that we should put Uno away for the year. No, not at all. In fact, we defy the changing of the seasons by playing a game or two of UNO during brain boost.

At 6:30 p.m. we will be leaving the YC and beginning our arduous journey to EAT OUT at THE WORKS in G-town, also commonly referred to as Guelph. So come hungry and prepared with your permission form and money. Now it is only proper of me to warn you that there are a ridiculous amount of options at The Works (and we all know how decisive I am...hehe). But honestly it's super yummy and sure to leave you feeling oh so satisfied. Make sure you join us!

Our evening event will be a THANKSGIVING CRAFT, you know with all the thanks and giving. We mush it all up and turn it into a craft. Good times.

And finally we will be getting active by playing some HACKEY SACK.

Have a neat and lovely weekend. And remember to keep safe...meow.

Laters ;)

THURSDAY OCTOBER 4, 2012

We are going to play some BINGO for our brain boost activity. B-I-N-G-O, B-I-N-G-O, B-I-N-G-O and Bingo was is nameo. There was a man who had a dog and Bingo was his nameo, B-I-N-G-O...ok, I'll stop. So, yes we are playing bingo! And personally my favorite letter/number combo is A1, ha ha...obviously.

And the name of the game this afternoon and evening is BALL HOCKEY! It's simply that time of year. Yes, that will do.

At 7:00 p.m. Anna will be leading SENIOR ROUND TABLE. So come out and let's chat about anything that is on your mind. It could be YC related, school related or friend related. Or anything else for that matter. We can chat about anything you would like to. And there might be treats involved...just saying.

And finally, our evening event is an AIR HOCKEY TOURNAMENT. It's just that kind of day. Ball hockey and air hockey. Tis' the season I suppose.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 3, 2012

Have you noticed I like to slam down some rather regal and astute vernacular. Indeed I do. So, come out to the YC and challenge my exorbitant use of lexicon. In fact, I challenge you good sir to a game of SCRABBLE.

And we're changing it up a bit for our Get Moving activity. Yep, Anna has planned a PUSH-UP CONTEST. So get those upper bodies pumped and cores tight and let's rock these push-up's.

At 7:00 p.m. Cat will be leading our JUNIOR ROUND TABLE or as a few of our youth like to call it Junior Round Circle. So all you Junior members, we want to see and hear you. What's going on?

And finally, our evening event will be GUITAR HERO. We haven't thrown down in a while so here's your chance. I know I'm always up for a little Pear Jam, maybe some Alive. Loves it.

Laters :)

TUESDAY OCTOBER 2, 2012

We are once again venturing to the far away land of EDSS. That's right, we have the small gym rented every Tuesday this month. So tonight we will be laying down a few moves with the b-ball. Yep, BASKETBALL is the name of the game. So come in to the Youth Centre around 6:50 and we will begin the long journey to EDSS together.

And if your doubting your skills where the hoop is concerned, you can stay at the YC and lay down a game of BACKGAMMON. That's right, throw down! Ha.

We'll be seeing you around the Youth Centre.

Laters :)

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

You made it! It's Friday and you actually made it to the end of the week. Way to go. It was a good time getting here though, wasn't it? Of course it was. We have got a pretty neat-o kind of day planned for you. Today is JERSEY DAY, so wear one. We will be playing a thrilling game of CLUE during brain boost. And at 5:00 p.m. we will be flexing and stretching our bodies in a game of TWISTER. So make sure your feeling limber. And finally, you guessed it...our HARRY POTTER MOVIE MARATHON continues.

And you all know the spiel. It's Friday...be safe, be smart and BE HAPPY! See all your beautiful faces on Tuesday.

Laters ;)

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Today is the day! That's right, the day!!! Today is the day we start our HARRY POTTER MOVIE MARATHON. What?!?! Yes! We will be watching all of the Harry Potter movies from the very first to the very last. Now, such a grand achievement cannot be accomplished in the mere confines of just one day. So, the solution is most obviously to divide the awesomeness of our Harry Potter marathon among two days. Crazy cool beans, right? We will be meeting at Platform 9 3/4, otherwise known as the couches.

After school, during our brain boost activity, we will be passing go, hopefully avoiding jail and possibly making many quid. Yep, it's the game of MONOPOLY.

And at 6:30 p.m. there will be a HOCKEY SHOOT OUT.

Our eyeGO trip to see the music of Bob Dylan has been cancelled due to lack of interest. Common guys, it's Bob Dylan! Oh well. We need to work on your taste in music a bit...well quite a bit.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

Wednesday what?!?! Yep that's right, it's midweek. So how do we spend this middle day of the week? Well, first we start by rocking some Wii SMARTYPANTS. Then at 6:30 p.m. we will be hitting a few homers playing BASEBALL. The weather is suppose to be lovely, so come out and join the game. And finally, we will be ending our evening with a POOL TOURNAMENT.

Anna went to the library and picked up a few flicks. Yesterday we watched the movie Real Steal. We also have the new Footloose. Come and chillax on the couch and watch a flick.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Today is Tuesday. On this most glorious Tuesday we will be getting our groove on with some DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION. And if you'd like to get your swim on, come out at 6:30 for SWIMMING (cost of $2.50 applies). Anna also brought some movies in if your interested in some chill time on the sofa. Hope to see you.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Have you noticed that I like to ask a lot of questions? Do you like questions too? What's your favorite questions?  Did you know that when you ask a question sometimes you will get an answer? Did you see what I did there? And how about there? Questions are great, aren't they? Wow I'm good, wouldn't you agree?  Haha ok, I think I'm done meow...or am I?  Yes, I am! So, if my counting is accurate, I managed to ask a total of 8 questions there. Impressive, I know. Our brain boost activity today will be 20 QUESTIONS.

At 5:00 p.m., given the current state of environmental conditions, we will be WALKING THE INDOOR TRACK. So get those walking boots or shoes or clogs or moccasins or Oxfords or high tops or runners or...you might have guessed I have a thing for shoes! Any which way, ensure your feet are covered with the proper sort of footwear and join us in a few laps. After all, these boots were made for walking the track.  

At 7:30 p.m. Anna will be MAKING A SNACK. Now I'll admit that all my snacks have not been completely successful but we always have fun and our creations almost always taste good. So why not come in and lend a hand in making our snack. If you do, you get to lend your mouth in the eating part too. I'm not sure that made sense but you got the general idea. Food = yum...basic stuff really.

And to wash down our delicious snacks we will be having a POP CHUGGING CONTEST. Choose your flavor of choice and get that throat ready for some serious chugging of soda pop. Yeah I said soda pop.

Enjoy your weekend but keep out of harms way.

Laters :) 

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

On the agenda today, some Wii TRIVIAL PURSUIT. At 4:30 p.m. we will be playing some SOCCER. Our evening event will be FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS & BEADING. And finally, since the girls had their turn yesterday, tonight will be the chance for the boys to experience BOYS ROUND TABLE at 7:00 p.m. We've got some snacks, nom nom. So come in to the YC and check us out. We're a pretty good time.

Laters ;)

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Who sunk my battleship? Was it you?!?! How dare you? Oh, so you mean to tell me that the object of the game is to sink my poor battleship? Well, fine then! In that case I'll try and sink your battleship. You probably guessed it, we are playing BATTLESHIP.

Attention youth: bring in your roller-blades! We will be going ROLLER-BLADING as long as the weather cooperates. Perhaps you should also bring a rain slicker or some sort of water resistant body covering. So if the weather is not ideal for roller-blading, we may try and go for a rain neature walk (yes, you read that right! I wrote neature. If you don't understand, look back at some of my older posts) or something of the sort. Rain walks are some kind of lovely, so either way we will be having a super lovely time.

Then at 7:00p.m. we will have our first GIRLS ROUND TABLE. It's something we are trying out. So come and check it out. But don't fret guys, tomorrow will be the first Boys Round Table.

And finally, our evening event will be GUITAR HERO. Let's rock this Youth Centre.

Laters :)

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

We got a real chill kind of day for you. After all, Tuesdays are our Mondays here at the YC. So, after school, from 3pm to 4pm, we will be having a STUDY HOUR/HOMEWORK HELP.

At 6:30p.m., for those brave at heart or maybe I should say warm at heart, we will be venturing into that fall weather and playing some BUMP/BASKETBALL. Brrr, make sure to dress warm enough.

And the evening event tonight will be CRANIUM. That will surely warm up our minds which will help warm our limbs after a chilly game of B-Ball.

Laters :)

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

Our last game of Scrabble was quite captivating...there was some awesome lexical creativity and some high scores. I myself boosted a 27 pointer and at the end we all worked as a solid Youth Centre team, relinquishing teams and individual scores to just help each other use all our letters. It was simply a thing of beauty.Way to go YC. So join us today for a game of SCRABBLE during our brain boost time. 

Sharks! Need I say more? I think not. But maybe I will just let you in on the fact that we will be rocking some SHARK WEEK VIDEOS as our evening event. Really, nothing left to say. Sharks are amazing.

And to end the week, you can jump off a 5 meter platform into a pool. Pretty cool? I thought so. The Youth Centre will be going to SWIMPLEX. We will be leaving the YC at 7:30p.m. and returning by 10:00p.m. The cost to any members 17 years and younger is $5.00 and $5.50 for members 18 years and older. Make sure to remember your permission form and money. And obviously you'll need your swimsuit and towel. Ah, can't wait to relax in that hot tub!

Well, we find ourselves at the end of another week. It's Friday night, promptly followed by the weekend. So, my readers...please make smart and safe decisions.

Laters :)

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

It's Thursday! And it just happens to be B-E-A-utiful out there. Perfect really as today, at 7:00p.m., is the first time we will be GOING FOR A JOG/RUN with Anna. Now, I don't dare call myself a runner but I own running shoes (well actually, I own lots of running shoes) and I like to don said running shoes rather frequently and hit the dusty trail or the forest trail or even the pavement. Alright, maybe if you squint from really far away I can pass as the most magical creature known as a runner. So if your interested in jogging/running, I would LOVE to have you come out and join me in putting some km's on. I am hoping to make it a weekly event, kind of like a running clinic. We could even work up to a 3km or 5km race...go team Youth Centre...or a Half Marathon. Alright, I'll slow it down a little. But seriously you should bring your runners and join me.

And for all you musicians and music lovers alike, we are having some music time here at the YC. So if you have an instrument or even if you don't (we've got a keyboard and some drums here, your welcome to use) come in a enjoy some MUSIC TIME: BRING AN INSTRUMENT this evening. I know we have lots of talent among our Youth members and am super stoked to see it.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Is it a fire bell? No, it's a bicycle! Oh wait, maybe it is suppose to be a shark. I give up, what is it your drawing? So, if you hadn't guessed already, we will be playing some PICTIONARY during our brain boost period. And the answer is a hammock, I was drawing a hammock. Haha!

Then at 4:30p.m. we will be doing some jumping of the long variety. In other words, we will be LONG JUMPING. So bring your runners and lots of energy and lets see how far you can go.

In the evening we will be going back old school style by playing some SUPER NINTENDO SIMPSONS. That's right, I said Super Nintendo...cause that's just how we roll here at the Youth Centre.

And at 7:00p.m. we will be having our first YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING of the year. So all Youth Council members are expected to attend with enthusiasm and ideas. Can't wait to see you all there.

Laters :)

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

At 6:30 this evening we will be venturing to GIBSON PARK to play, discover and explore. Maybe we will even play some Frisbee or catch! This summer I discovered that I  like to play Frisbee and am not too bad at it either.

Our evening event will be to LEARN TO DRAW CARTOON ANIMALS. We have a resident artist or two here at the Youth Centre, hopefully they will share some of their super skills with us.

And a GIANT SHOUT OUT to our Senior Boys! They were the top winners of our "Go for the Gold" series of summer challenges. As the winners, they indulged in a pizza party earlier today. Good job guys, you rocked it all summer long!!

Laters :)

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

CHESS. A mighty fine game, indeed. This mighty fine game will be played here at the Youth Centre this afternoon during our brain boost time slot. So let us get those brains boosted and play a match or two.

After those delicious treats we indulged in during our Junior and Senior Round Tables we need to get our bodies moving. So this afternoon, at 5:00 p.m., we will be RACING THE OUTDOOR TRACK. I'm excited to see what kind of racing talent we have amongst ourselves. Maybe some future Olympians? Alrighty, maybe I'm getting ahead of myself but I have faith that you guys will blow me away or should I say blow past me.

And, and, and...at 6:30 p.m. we will be driving any and all interested members in grades 6, 7, 8 to the K2K DANCE in St. Jacobs. And I guess we can drive you back too (just in case you didn't pick up on my attempt at humor, we will drive you there and back, both ways no exception). We will be leave the dance at 9:30 p.m. to return to the Youth Centre. The cost of this trip is $5.00, so please make sure you bring your permission form and money if you plan on attending.

And to end a pretty awesome week we will be having an AIR HOCKEY TOURNAMENT. Let me warn you, you should get your game face on because as I am currently witnessing some staff and youth members battling it out on the air hockey table...and they are good. Real good. So come prepared for a challenge! You may even decide to challenge someone to a dual. We will turn air hockey into a game for the noblest of knights.

So I think that is about it for this week. Hope you not only survived school but maybe actually enjoyed it. Next week should be a bit better, routines will come a little easier. Great job everyone, you did great this week. And since it is Friday and your back at school I must remind you to be safe and make good decisions tonight and the rest of the weekend. See you Tuesday!

Laters :)

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Did you know that crokinole is believed to have originated in Perth County, Ontario, Canada!! Wowzers, I'm just as shocked as you. Who knew Ontario created such amazing action board games. I know, I shocked you again. Crokinole is indeed considered an "action board game", well at least according to the all knowing Wikipedia (we bow to you, most humble source of unlimited and almost always accurate information). So, if my thought process is correct (which it always is of course), we Ontarians are currently super cool but this coolness has existed since at least 1876, the year crokinole is believed to have been created (although I'm sad to report that it was first patented in NYC). I'm not sure about you but I feel just a little bit prouder to be part of this provinces history. I mean crokinole and Anna both came from Ontario, could it get any more cool beans?!? Well of course it can, it can always get cooler here at the Youth Centre, which just happens to be located in Ontario too! I just blew your mind, I know I did so don't even try to refute it. So let's recap. Anna, crokinole and the Youth Centre...all seriously awesome and all from or currently located in Ontario. Now, just when you thought you knew everything there was to know about crokinole I'm going to tell you this simply isn't true. Did you know that the use of any lubricating powder is very controversial in the world of crokinole with some, and  I quote, "purists reviling the practice". And while crokinole is thought to have orginated from Ontario, the word itself is of French origins meaning a type of cookie. In fact, in Quebec the word crokinole designated a pastry purportedly similar to a doughnut. So maybe the next game of crokinole you play should be played while chowing down on some cookies and pastries, I mean it would be the appropriate way to play. And finally did you know that there is a World Crokinole Championship and it is held in Tavistock, Ontario! Whoa, who knew. Now, getting back to the matter at hand, we are going to boost your brain this afternoon by playing a game or two of CROKINOLE. Bring those cookies and pastries.

At 6:30 p.m. we will be playing some HACKY SACK. And since I raved on and on about crokinole I can't possibly ignore hacky sack without hurting it's feelings. So, did you know that Hacky Sack is actually the trademarked name for a type of  footbag. Much like Kleenex is a trademarked name for a type of facial tissue. Now I know all you readers are about as cool as anyone could ever get but just in case your not up on the this game of footbag I will give you a few things to ponder over. The goal of any game of footbag is to keep the footbag off the ground without using your hands (so I guess a monkey could play too seeing as the primary difference is our opposable thumbs and when you take those out of the equation we are practically identical...well maybe not quite!). Some ways players achieve this goal is by utilizing tricks such as stalls, bag daggers, ham spalts and milk tosses. But unlike crokinole, hacky sack is a relatively new game, having been created in 1972.

At 7:00 p.m. Anna will be leading the JUNIOR ROUND TABLE. It''s the first week back at school and I'm sure you've got a ton on your mind. Why not come out and talk about it with me and some of your fellow members? We are all in this together, so let's talk about it, be it happy, sad or just silly. Hope to see you there. And P.S. there will be some treats. So really you have no reason not to go!

Finally, our evening event will be SUPER NINTENDO MARIO ALL STARS. So come on in to the Youth Centre. As you can tell I'm pretty neat, Cat is cool, all our members rock and the scene is always awesome. What more could you ask for? Nothing, the answer is nothing.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Getting back into the swing of things? Longing for those days of the past? I'm definitely missing those sunny, lazy, hazy days of summer. But this time of year comes with some delights as well. Just think of baked pumpkin treats, hot chocolate, sweaters and cool nights! Ah see, it's not all gloom from here on out. NO! We are going to embrace all the special things that come with this time of year. I don't know about you but I love anything with pumpkin in it...just think of all the delicious possibilities.

Our brain boost activity this afternoon will be UNO. So get those card playing fingers ready.
At 6:30p.m. we will be breaking free of all our troubles and SKIPPING. Did you know that skipping is considered exercise? Well, it is! Pretty amazing that something as fun and silly as skipping could also be so healthy for you. So come and join in, we would love to see any crazy skipping skills out there.

At 7:00p.m. there will be a SENIOR ROUND TABLE...our first of the school year. Your surely have lots to talk about, so come on out and let's chat.

And finally, our evening event will be Wii MARIO PARTY, dibs on Princess!

Laters :)

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

IT'S SEPTEMBER!!!! Can you believe it? I feel like it was just the Victoria Day long weekend and by some magic we find ourselves in this month of September. The month that school starts and the weather starts to shift towards fall. Can you feel it? I know I can! To commemorate the change of season and the change of pace here at the Youth Centre we are back to our regular hours. So what exactly does that mean you ask? Well, it means we are open Tuesday to Friday from 3:00-5:30 and 6:00-10:00. Soooo, how was your first day of school? Was it just lovely? Did you make new friends? Did you get homework? What did you eat for lunch? Come in to the YC and tell me all about it, I want to know everything!

Tonight we will be playing some BALL HOCKEY at 6:30p.m. Oh, that must mean fall is not to far. We are prepping ourselves for hockey season! And our evening event will be a POOL TOURNAMENT...now I must admit that my skills, perhaps not the greatest to start, have gotten slightly rusty. So please go easy on me. Deal? Deal! Great, glad we understand each other. Well that's about it, thought we'd keep it casual for your first day back at school.

Laters :)

THURSDAY AUGUST 30, 2012

Why hello there, it's been a while! And may I just say your looking as lovely as ever. Summer definitely suits you. Your simply glowing :) But alas, all good things must come to an end and I am very sad to inform you that summer is no exception. So it is with a heavy heart and the greatest of sorrow that I must inform you that this is the last week of summer here at the Youth Centre. I know, I know...how are we to possibly go on? But, dear readers, there is a bright side to this...I promise. The bright side is a P.A.R.T.Y., that's right, a party. WOOHOO!!! We are having a shindig to celebrate the end of this glorious summer and to say goodbye (tear) to Brynna! Because the end of summer means we must part ways with Brynna, oh lovely sweet Brynna. But maybe if we are really nice she will come back and say howdy. Dave Soehner will also be gracing us with his amazing musical abilities. So bring your hungry tummies, because we've got some surprise treats in the works, your listening ears and your all around party vibes...it's going to be a blast! We will not let this summer go out quietly, no sir, we are going out in stylin' awesomeness. Cool beans? Cool beans!


  
So Cat, Anna & Brynna hope to see you at the Youth Centre.
Laters :-)

2:30 - Shopping Trip! $$
3:00 - Make Snacks for Tonight
7:00 - END OF SUMMER SNACK-PARTY!
7:00 - Cupcake Decorating Contest

WEEK OF TUESDAY JULY 24 to JULY 27

Well, hi there! So yet another week is upon us and it is my duty, nay my pleasure, to impart upon you the  wondrous festivities we have arranged for you this week. So here it goes good sirs!

Today, which just happens to be Tuesday, we will BUILD A BRIDGE at 2pm. At 4pm there will be a CROKINOLE TOURNAMENT. Cat will be leading any interested youths in a NEATURE WALK, that's right I said NEATURE. Because let's face it, nature is neat and shall therefore be evermore referred to as neature. And finally, at 7pm we will be delving into our creative sides by PAINTING ON CANVAS.

On Wednesday July 25 we will be spending some time, starting at 2pm, IMPROVING YOUR BRIDGE. At 4pm there will be GYMNASTICS. Anna will be taking 6 youths ROCK CLIMBING at Grand River Rocks, leaving the YC at 6:30pm (cost of $10). At 7pm we will be playing CRANIUM.

On Thursday, at 2pm, we will be testing our bridge building abilities by conducting a BRIDGE STRENGTH CONTEST. Let's see what kind of future architects we have in our midst. At 4pm we will be getting into the Olympic spirit by having fun with SOCCER BALL BOUNCING. And we have a new and totally awesome activity planned in the evening. At 6pm Anna will be going to Waterloo Park to experience for the very first time MUSIC & MOVIE IN WATERLOO PARK, this evenings cinematic feature will be Dr. Seuss' The Lorax. So bring a blanket or chair (or any other kind of bum seat), a sweater and some snacks.

FRIDAY, oh Friday...how we love you! And on this most glorious Friday we will be WALKING DOWNTOWN at 3pm. At 5pm we will be MAKING A SNACK (bring your quarter, costs $0.25). At 7pm we will be having a SCAVENGER HUNT RACE. And finally, at 8pm SUPER NINTENDO...woohoo!

Well, I think I covered everything we have planned but remember some of our most amazing adventures have been unplanned! So make sure you get your parents to sign your "Spontaneous Outings" permission form and that way you'll never miss a single moment of YOUTH CENTRE AMAZINGNESS!

Laters ;)

TUESDAY JULY 17, 2012

My dearest readers, I am so very sorry for my recent absence from the blogging world. But alas, it is summer and I have been much too busy having a WICKED COOL time here at the YC and as such I have let my blogging duties suffer!! But excuses are lame, so please accept my humblest apologies. But seriously, we have been chillin' like a villain and getting it on like Donkey Kong and any other super cool saying your pretty little heads can come up with. Soooo, now that we've got that all cleared up let's take a moment to prepare ourselves for the awesomeness of this glorious week that has only just began.

At 7:oo p.m. tonight the Youth Centre will be going swimming but before you count yourself out...wait for it....wait for it...it's LANE SWIMMING RACES!!! So get your spirit on and GO FOR THE GOLD. This limited time opportunity to achieve Youth Centre greatness is available to you at a one time cost of $2.50 and if your not completely satisfied with your purchase...had you going...there is no way in this ever expanding universe that you will not be satisfied. I mean, who was I kidding! Haha, you know you missed me :)

Also at 7:00 p.m.there will be an amusing game of Wii MARIO KART. Now, we all know I am the most amazing driver on this planet (although I am so confident that I might challenge any otherworldy beings out there and therefore claim ultimate title of best driver EVER.) Ok, back to planet Earth. So like I was saying...7 p.m. or 19:00 military time will be Mario Kart time. Be there or not...but you definitely should.

Ahhh, I have missed you readers...and I feel like we just had a moment so I will remind you that the Youth Centre's summer hours have taken effect. Which means we are open from 1p.m. to 10p.m. and we have air conditioning and cold pop...so come by and say "Hi".

Well, it's hot and I just exhausted myself entertaining you so I will sign off once again.

Laters ;-)

THURSDAY JULY 5, 2012

I've got a question for you. In fact, I've got twenty of them! Whoa, don't get scared...it will be fun. At 3p.m. we will be playing 20 QUESTIONS.

At 7p.m. it's time to rock your socks off. How will we be going about such an awkward task you might ask? Well, it's really quite simple. We will be playing some GUITAR HERO. Let's see those socks fly of your stinky little toes.

At 7:30p.m. Cat will be going SWIMMING, so why not join her? There will even be a DIVE & CANNONBALL CONTEST. So pack your suit and towel and maybe your rubber ducky friend. It costs $2.50...a steal really for an evening of H2O wickedness!

Thanks to all of you, my loyal blog followers!

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY JULY 4, 2012

It's hot and sticky out there. And what's the best thing to do on a hot and sticky day? Well, anything with water of course. At 3p.m. Cat and Brynna (have you met our summer student Brynna yet? If not you just must, she's pretty cool and you can't not know her. See, she's so cool that the rules of English simply don't apply) will be playing DRIP DRIP DROP. Aaahhh, it's so refreshing!

At 7p.m. you have a choice in activities. You can either play KINECT ADVENTURES or participate in a  BASEBALL THROW.

And to end a lovely summer day we will be DECORATING THE YC FOR SUMMER. That's right, we will be bringing some beauty and style to the YC, jazzing it up a bit. It's going to be lovely, just lovely!

Laters :)

TUESDAY JULY 3, 2012

It's JULY!! Craziness, I say. To bring in this most special of months we will be rocking the ROCK BAND anytime. Let's rock.

At 7p.m. there will be a HOCKEY SHOOT OUT

And to top off a nice and relaxed evening we will be indulging in some sandwiches. I won't get all philosophical on you but you still need to decided if you want tomato or not. So come on in to the YC and make this most important and possibly life altering decision. Oh tomatoes, how are you so magical?

FRIDAY JUNE 29, 2012

It's the end of the school year...HOORAH! You made it, way to go! We must now get our party rock on and party like it's 1999. Join us for an all evening end of school celebration. Our little shindig will have tasty edibles, hula hoop and maybe even some tunskis...SOLID if I do say so myself!

So bring a food treat to share with everyone and enjoy a nibble or more from the delicacies others bring. Anna will be making a little something for sure...and we all know how much you rave about Anna's mad kitchen skills. Come and witness, or rather taste, firsthand whatever deliciousness Anna makes.

It's going to be an event...so make an appearance!

Laters

JULY CALENDAR

Our July calendar is ready for pick up and I must WARN you...it's a sight of beauty!! I seriously don't think we could have packed anymore amazingness into the month. So come on by the Youth Centre and pick up your copy, maybe grab a permission form or two. You definitely don't want to miss out on anything we've got going on.

And don't forget: if your finishing Grade 5, you're old enough to come to the Youth Centre. See you Tuesday , can't wait to meet you :-)

Laters

TUESDAY JUNE 19, 2012

It's a sad, sad day today...our last adventure to EDSS for GYM NIGHT. But before you get too down and out (because I can see those lips starting to quiver), remember we will also be MAKING SANDWICHES later this evening. See, I knew I could turn that frown upside down!! Cat will be leaving for the gym shortly before 7p.m. and upon your return (uumm, maybe around 8:30ish) Anna will be leading you on a wondrous exploration into the art of sandwich making. That's right, it's an art! Sandwich making can also be very theoretical and possibly philosophical...for example: To add tomato or not to add tomato? Or perhaps the tomato doesn't exist at all (bet you didn't see that coming!). But maybe because I think the tomato exists therefore it must (cogito ergo sum) or perhaps the definition of a tomato necessitates the existence of the tomato (the ontological argument). Soooooooo, why not come and decide for yourself what on earth is going on with the tomato!!!

Laters ;)

THURSDAY JUNE 14, 2012

Seriously, can you believe June is already half done?!?! Jeez, time sure does fly at super sonic speeds during these lazy, hazy days of summer. I'm actually a little concerned people, with all the great things we have planned in the next few months it's going to be September before you even know it...scary!

Your brains are smart, well sometimes they are! But did you know that you pants are smart too? Yes it's true folks, both brains and pants can be rather intelligent. So to enlighten you on the cool brain boost activity planned this most glorious of Thursdays, we will be playing SMARTYPANTS. Oh wait, maybe I've got it all wrong! Maybe it has nothing to do with smart pants but rather is a game involving delicious Smarties and pantaloons of some variety...now my brain is starting to hurt. If your just as confused and curious as me, come on in to the YC to play this most perplexing game.

It's B-E-A-UTIFUL outside! Ssssoooo, why not go out and catch some rays...maybe soak up some of that most valuable Vitamin D. And because I have chosen to never grow old (You too can refuse to accept the rules of space time. Need direction? Second star to the right and straight on 'till morning.) Now that you have gained perpetual youth, join us as we PLAY AT THE PARK!! Because seriously, you're never ever to old to play at the park.

Finally, as the school year winds down and the excitement of summer draws ever nearer there are surely things you would like to discuss. So why not chat with Cat? She will be walking to the park to conduct ROUND TABLE TALKS. Please come and bring some things that are on your mind...we want to know what's up!

WEDNESDAY JUNE 13, 2012

Our brain boost activity this afternoon is CLOCK SOLITAIRE.

At 7:00p.m. there is a YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING. All representatives are expected to attend, please and thank you! And we may or may not (but there definitely will, cough cough...who said that?!?) be treats. Mmmmmmmm, can't go wrong with delicious things that fill my tummy. Maybe, if your really good, I'll even consider sharing. Otherwise they're all mine, nom nom :)

And just because La Coupe Stanley has been won by the L.A. Kings, it doesn't mean our hockey season is over. No sir, at 7:00p.m.  there will be some awesome BALL HOCKEY being played at the YC!! Lets see if those Kings have anything on our awesomeness?! 

Hiring a Summer Student

Woolwich Youth Centre is hiring for a summer student position!

July & August only, Tuesday - Friday, 2:00-10:00.
Must be enrolled in post-secondary education for September.
Must have a reliable vehicle and valid license.
Must be able to work well with youth age 11-19.

Contact YC or WCS for more info and how to apply.


Don't meet the requirements? Consider volunteering at the YC, we are always happy to have new people with different talents join our awesome team.  

THURSDAY JUNE 7, 2012

At this present juncture, we will be partaking in a form of intellectual merriment! The aforementioned exertion of intellect will be in the form of a game and will call upon your capacious lexicon. Can you guess what our brain boost activity will be this afternoon? Common...take a guess! It's SCRABBLE, makes sense now doesn't it?!?

How do you organize a space party?                          You planet!
What do you call an alligator in a vest?                       An investigator! Ba dum chhhhh, bahahaha

So our evening event tonight will be "BE A COMEDIAN". Now, obviously my attempt at humor was quite impressive and I know your feeling a little intimidated. After all, how can you top that? But trust me, I'm not as funny as I would have you believe (it's true and very sad). So come on in to the YC and make our faces and tummies hurt from laughing so much. I challenge you good sir/madam!

And finally if those abs aren't hurting enough from laughing then we will get them hurting by blasting them at the FITNESS CENTRE! That's right, I'm thinking crunches, bicycle crunches, captain's chair...whoa, it's going to burn ssssoo good :) Join Anna at 8:00p.m. as she heads up to the gym. Must have a WMC Fitness Centre PAR-Q form filled out as well as a permission form. Must be 14 years old to participate. Anyone interested in going must wear clean fitness shoes and proper exercise clothing (no jeans).

Laters ;)

WEDNESDAY JUNE 6, 2012

I've decided to go crazy...want to come?!? Hahaha, seriously, could I get any funnier? I think not!! Today's brain boost activity is CRAZY 8's, come out a play with us...see who is the craziest of them all (mmmm, I'm betting it's Cat or Anna, just saying).

At 18:30 we will be playing a little BALL HOCKEY. And I feel it is only fair to warn you that I was on fire yesterday, there were even witnesses to my mad skills. So be prepared for an awesome game.

And finally at 19:30p.m. we will once again be crowning a POOL TOURNAMENT king/queen. Now, some of you are really good, but my pool abilities have been improving as of late. Urg, maybe just maybe I won't come last this time :) I bet your pretty good, so why not join in our fun?

Laters ;)

TUESDAY JUNE 5, 2012

It's that most dreaded time of year again...FINAL EXAMS! Anna and Cat, the most genius geniuses ever (well, maybe only self proclaimed geniuses), are more than happy to help you with your homework. The Youth Centre is a great, quiet place to study. And because being smart is super cool (obviously), we have set up June Merit Points....ssssooo you can earn points by showing us an "A" on your report card. 8 points = treat!! See, getting good marks is smart for so many reasons. 

Today, after school, is HOMEWORK HELP/STUDY HALL. I know homework is your least favorite thing to do but it needs done so why not bring it to the YC and at least surround yourself with amazing people...like me :)

At 6:30p.m. Cat will be going to PUBLIC SWIM here at WMC. The cost to YC members is an astounding $2.50. 

And to cap off this Tuesday we will be busting out the Wii MARIO KART...dibs on Princess.

Laters ;)

FRIDAY JUNE 1, 2012

Hello June, it's been too long. Glad to see your lovely self once again :-) To celebrate this first day of June, which also happens to be a Friday (double awesomeness, anyone?!?!), the Youth Centre will be starting with some very precise yet intriguing paper folding, also commonly referred to as ORIGAMI.

Our evening activities include but are (never ever) limited to MOVIE & POPCORN with Anna. Bring in a movie from home or maybe we will venture to the local cinema renting establishment to pick one out (I'm in the mood to be loquacious--> did you see what I did there...I'M SO FUNNY!).

And our very own Cat will be taking a dip in the pool for PUBLIC SWIM.  Starts at 7p.m., ends at 8:30p.m. Cost is $2.50. So get your water wings ready.

And as it is that wonderful day of the week called Friday, be smart and safe in all the fantastic adventures that may await you this day and the next.

Laters (wink, wink)

THURSDAY MAY 31, 2012

So picture this: I'm standing at home plate, bat in hand and I point to the out field :-) That's right folks, I'm going to hit a home run!! The crowd roars, all while chanting my name, A-N-N-A. Alright, alright...I'll return to reality now (but only if I have to). So, uuummm.....tonight we are playing BASEBALL! Yay, fun. If you too would like to escape this reality and enter into our fantasy world of baseball, come on out to the Youth Centre at 7p.m. Bring your mitt and bat or use ours, it's all the same to us.

For those who are so inclined to avoid sports this glorious evening, there will be a ROCKBAND TOURNAMENT. I don't know about you but I'm in the mood for a little Pearl Jam...ssssoooo good! Albeit, we will never be quite as good as Mr. Vedder but we can still rock it.

Laters :-)

WEDNESDAY MAY 30, 2012

Our brain boost activity for the afternoon will be CRANIUM.

And back by popular demand the evening event will be a PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT. Get a team together and see if you can decipher Cat's crazy clues...there may or may not be a little something something for the winning team! So put those heads together and make it happen.

Another favorite tonight...BALANCE & FLEXIBILITY TESTS. It got pretty funny last time but we learnt some cool beans poses, let's see how we can outdo ourselves this time.

and...and...AND...................a field trip to GALAXY THEATRE GUELPH, woohooo!! Bring your greenery ($$) and a permission form and you too could be driving to this most exotic destination. That's right folks, you read it correctly. The YC will be enjoying some cinematic theatre at the prestigious Galaxy Theatre in Guelph. Your departure time is set for 6:30 p.m. Going to be a bucket of fun, a bucket of popcorn that is.

Laters :)

TUESDAY MAY 29, 2012

It's GYM NIGHT!!!! Anna will be leaving the YC at 6:50ish, tag along for some fun at EDSS. We will be taking a variety of balls so we can play a multitude of sports.

After our return to the YC Cat will be leading us in a cool craft, picture frames. Make a frame for your own
B-E-A-utiful face or design something to adorn someone elses face...maybe a special someone.

Laters, YC blog readers :)

FRIDAY MAY 25, 2012

Friday, Friday, Friday! Today we will be DRAWING PICTURES in the afternoon.

Our evening event will be GUITAR HERO.

At 7:00 p.m. we will be finding our inner child and WALKING TO THE PLAYGROUND, monkey bars anyone? Maybe a friendly game of grounder? Oh to be young again :-)

Once again the weekend is upon us and we implore you, our wonderful youth, to make good decisions and remain safe. Anna & Cat will see you on Tuesday

THURSDAY MAY 24, 2012

We sure do miss jamming with Bob on Thursday nights but the music lives on in his absence. So, as you might have guessed, today's brain boost activity will be PLAYING GUITAR. Come play us a ditty, maybe your favorite tune.Can't wait to hear what those fingers can do => that was unintentional but cool nevertheless :-)

Our evening event will be a thrilling round of TRIVIA! Your smart and you know it, so show off some of that intelligence.

Depending on the weather, we will be getting active by WALKING/RUNNING THE OUTSIDE TRACK. If the weather is working against us, we will be walking the indoor track. Let's get those bodies moving, one step at a time.

And since we love you ssssooo much and we know you love us too, we have got a special activity planned tonight! At 6:30 p.m. we will be embarking on a trip to the pet store to get supplies for our creature friends. Have you met our fishy friends yet? If not, tonight is the night to come by and check them out.

Well folks this is Anna signing off. Hope to see you at the Youth Centre soon because, quite frankly, I'm too cool not to know and I'm sure you are too!

WEDNESDAY MAY 23, 2012

Our brain boost activity for the afternoon will be an exciting game of BACKGAMMON.

Have you ever done anything? Haha, trick question I know. Since you have done at least one thing in your lifetime and I suspect you have actually done like a gazillion things come on in to the YC to play the "ANYONE WHO" game! Let's learn some interesting tid bits of information about each other, like has anyone ever hugged a polar bear? The only way you'll find out is by playing

To get our bodies moving we will be skipping rope tonight! Got some mad skills? Why not show them off? We'd love to see them.

Last but certainly not least there will be a SURPRISE TRIP tonight. It's going to be crazy cool but that's all I can reveal for now. Your mission, if you choose to accept, will be to join us as we go on this adventure of wickedness. You up for it?

Anna & Cat can't wait to see you at the Youth Centre!

TUESDAY MAY 22, 2012

Did you survive the long weekend? We hope you had fun, we most definitely did!! Now it's time to get back to normal life...which is pretty awesome in and of its self :-)

It's Tuesday, which means it's GYM NIGHT. Cat will be walking over to EDSS at 7:00 p.m. or you can meet her there, it's totally up to you.

As per Tuesday tradition, Anna will be making a snack upon the return of those brave enough to venture to the land of ridiculously good times...I mean EDSS. So come on in to the YC at 8:30 p.m. to help MAKE A SNACK with Anna. Is that your stomach I hear?!?!? MMMmmmmm, food.

FRIDAY MAY 18, 2012

Our brain boost activity today is SMARTYPANTS. Don't know what that is? Neither do I but come on in to the YC after school and find out.

Spiderman, Spiderman, does whatever a spider can! Can he swing from a thread? Take a look overhead. Hey, there. There goes the Spiderman. Unleash your inner Spiderman. Today at 6:30 p.m. Anna will be taking the Youth Centre to GRAND RIVER ROCKS, a rock climbing gym in Kitchener. Come and challenge yourself. Maybe pretend your Spiderman! See how high you can climb, you'll love it. Make sure to have your permission form and money, the cost to YC members is $10.00, an incredible deal folks :)

For those of our lovely members who prefer not to ruin their fingers and nails rock climbing but would rather beautify, we will be doing MANICURES this evening. Bring your own polish or use some of ours. Must bring own finger nails though...hahaha, obviously!

At 7:00 p.m. there will be a DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION.

It's the long weekend and Anna and Cat hope you have a rockin' time but we implore you to be safe and make good decisions. Have fun but be careful, we really want to see you on Tuesday (in one piece preferably)

 :-)

THURSDAY MAY 17, 2012

Cat will be conducting some crazy cool science experiments today so come by and add to the craziness! You won't be disappointed.


For all our Junior members, tonight we will be having our Junior Round Table. It's a time to share what's on your mind, any concerns or any random thing you want to chat about. We're up for anything as long as it's respectful, so let's talk about it! Junior members are welcome, Grades 6-8


For the remainder of the evening we will be continuing the XBox awesomeness from yesterday and playing some more Kinect Adventures tonight at 7p.m.


Anna & Cat will be seeing you :-)

WEDNESDAY MAY 16, 2012

We will be leading a Senior Round Table tonight. If there is something on your mind, come out and let's talk about it. We want to know what's going on in your life and how it's affecting you. Senior Round Tables are open to member attending high school.

We will also be playing XBox Kinect Adventure at 7p.m.

We hope to see you :)

FRIDAY MAY 11, 2012

Sweet, sweet Friday, how we missed you! We've got a relaxed and laid back day planned but don't think it will be boring. No sir, the YC is never boring. To start this most glorious day of the week we will be playing CROKINOLE as our brain boost activity.

It's Friday and supper time, so why not join Anna as she goes OUT FOR DINNER? Fill those tummies with deliciousness and do it with some amazing YC members. Seriously, could it get any better than that? And of course we will be staying for dessert...mmmmm dessert! Leaving the YC at 6:45p.m. so be there or not, it's up to you.

Next you may choose to participate in a game of BASKETBALL, maybe work off that amazing dessert you just ate. It is suppose to be a beautiful day so come out and shoot some hoops.

Finally, to end the week we will be getting comfy on the couches and bean bag chairs and watching a movie.There may or may not, but definitely will be, some yummy popcorn. So why not cap off the week here at the Youth Centre with some crazy awesome activities and people.

We will see you next week. Be safe over the weekend and make good choices :)

THURSDAY MAY 10, 2012

Let's get pumping (said in an Arnold Schwarzenegger voice while flexing)!! The Youth Centre will be visiting the FITNESS CENTRE today at 6:30p.m. Come and learn a thing or two on the free weights or maybe try out the machines. It's good to be active and get the heart rate up, so why not give it a try?

We will also be crowning an air hockey king/queen tonight. Think you have what it takes to reign supreme? Well, we will just have to put you to the test and see. Our evening event is an AIR HOCKEY TOURNAMENT.

Anna & Cat hope you can come check out the Youth Centre because we are only the coolest place in the entire world. Just saying  :-)

WEDNESDAY MAY 9, 2012

Let us get those brains working by playing a friendly game or two of CHESS! Come out and show your skill, we'd love to see it.

It's that time again...YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING time. All Youth Council members are to be present. The meeting will start promptly at 7p.m.

Also at 7p.m. YC members can join in on a game of BALL HOCKEY.

It's sure to be a blast so come and check us out!

TUESDAY MAY 8, 2012

We are heading over to EDSS tonight for our first GYM NIGHT of the season! We will be leaving the Youth Centre at 7p.m. and returning at 8:30p.m. Activities include but are not limited to soccer & basketball.

At 8:30 p.m. come make a snack with Anna! Today's culinary creation includes crackers, cheese and fruit. Simple yet delicious.

Hope to see you tonight :)

FRIDAY APRIL 27, 2012

It's a fairly relaxed afternoon here at Woolwich Youth Centre. Our brain boost activity is CRAZY 8 COUNTDOWN. Our evening event is KINECT ADVENTURES.


We've got some bad news: our trip to go see SEUSSICAL has been cancelled. Sorry folks we know you were excited to go see it, we were too but alas tickets sold out weeks ago :-(

Instead we are happy to announce an exciting trip to the Waterloo SWIMPLEX...yay!!! So grab your water wings and let us get our swim on.

Anna & Cat hope to see you.

THURSDAY APRIL 26, 2012

Full day of activities planned at the WCS Youth Centre. Come play Go Fish, basketball, guitar and/or piano. Drop in anytime from Tuesday through Friday, 3:00-5:30pm and 6:00-10:00pm. For more information contact Catherine or Anna at (519) 669-3539.

FRIDAY APRIL 20, 2012

So are you ready to have your mind blown?!??!! WARNING: prepare yourself for the most amazing Friday in the history of forever. I'm talking dinosaurs and cave people would be jealous of what we've got going on today.

Are you ready for it?

I don't think your ready. Take a second, calm yourself and take a deep breath because..........

We are playing SCRABBLE :) That's right folks, our brain boost activity today is a game of SCRABBLE.

That's it, nothing else going on today. See you Tuesday.......joking! The fun has just started.

Cat will be leading a Youth Centre outing to the BUTTERFLY CONSERVATORY. Departure time is 3:00 p.m. sharp. Make sure you have gotten your permission form in. I highly recommend going, it's really cool beans.

Then at 6:30 p.m. Anna will be taking the Youth Centre to GRAND RIVER ROCKS, a rock climbing gym in Kitchener. Come and challenge yourself. See how high you can climb or what grade you can achieve, I promise you'll love it!

So with all that amazingness going on you would think there couldn't possibly be anything more scheduled tonight. But guess what folks, there's MORE!!! I know you don't believe me but it's true!

Our evening event is MOVIE & POPCORN and we will also be playing BALL HOCKEY at 7:00 p.m.

That's it, that's all I've got. I'm exhausted from all that craziness, so we will see you TUESDAY!

THURSDAY APRIL 19, 2012

Our brain boost activity for the afternoon is DOMINOES

We will be getting active around 7:00 p.m. by playing some hoops. No peach baskets here, I'm talking the totally new and modern game of BASKETBALL...we even have a proper net. Only the best for our members!!

At 8:00 p.m. we are expanding our minds to the infinite extremes of the universe and did you know that it was recently discovered that the universe is actually growing with no end in sight!!??! So we should be able to increase our intelligence by at least a mega-zillion. Come play JEOPARDY

Bob will be gracing us with his awesome presence this evening. Listen to, learn or play guitar with him at 9:00 p.m.

See you at the Youth Centre and watch out for the craziest Friday in the history of humankind. You won't even believe the Friday we have planned for you!

Wednesday April 18, 2012

It's Wednesday and we have some wonderfully wacky things scheduled!

First we will be playing CRANIUM for our brain boost activity

At 7:00 p.m. there is a JUNIOR ROUND TABLE scheduled, let's sit down and talk it out. Bring in your ideas.

Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming, swimming. So who wants to go for a run? JOKING :) At 8:00 p.m. we are going to AQUAFIT to get our swim on. Bring your suit and just keep swimming...hehehe

If none of the above is awesome enough for you, the Youth Centre will have an all evening BEADING STATION. Make something beautiful for yourself or someone special.

Anna and Cat hope to see you because you rock! And frankly, we rock even harder!!!!!!!

TUESDAY APRIL 17, 2012

Tonight it's all about ANNA!!! Personally, I can't think of anything better but perhaps I'm slightly biased??!!? So, what exactly will Anna be doing tonight you may ask. Well, tonight Anna will be leading a most wonderful exploration into the world of edibles. In other words, it's MAKE A SNACK WITH ANNA NIGHT!!!!! Woohooo, I know....you can't contain your excitement.

So come on in to the Youth Centre at or around 7:30 to help make a snack and help eat it too ;)

THURSDAY APRIL 12, 2012

The brain boost activity for today is CROKINOLE.

It's Thursday which means it's BOB day!! Woohoo, Bob rocks. He will be jamming, so bring in your musical instrument and join in. Lets see what kind of awesome sounds we come up with together.

Last but not least the Youth Centre will be attempting the downward facing dog and the child's pose, come out and challenge yourself. Yoga starts at 6:45 p.m.

Come and give a shout out to Anna & Cat, we'd love to see you :)

WEDNESDAY APRIL 11, 2012

Was it Professor Plum, Colonel Mustard or Cat? The brain boost activity for the evening is CLUE...that Cat has been very suspicious lately, come figure out the mystery!

She shoots, he scores...BALL HOCKEY at 7:00pm. Be there or be square, square like a hockey net! Ha, you know you love us :)

If your not in the mood for outdoor sports, stay inside and rock the GUITAR HERO for the evening event.

Busy tonight folks. On top of all the above awesomeness we also have 2 meetings. At 7:00pm there is a YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING and at 8:00pm there is a BIRTHDAY PARTY MEETING

See you soon