THURSDAY JANUARY 31, 2013

Well, we did it! We made it through January. Good job everyone. Onto February, the month of love (gag I now). LOL, it's just too fun to tease you.

For our last day in January, we are watching NATURE VIDEOS at 3:30.

6:30 SNOW SPRINTS are CANCELLED! Seriously, can we talk about the sheer and absolute craziness that is this weather?!?! I'm scared for our planet, this is not normal. Sooo, we are going to have to think of something equally as fun to do. Maybe RAIN SPRINTS? I don't know, what are your ideas?

Anyway, at 7:30 we are getting our smart on by playing CRANIUM. Yes that right, I said "getting our smart on"!

And, and, and...today YOUTH COUNCIL ELECTIONS start! So make your voice heard, cast your vote.

Laters :)

TUESDAY JANUARY 29, 2013

Today, after school, we are getting our art on by trying ORIGAMI. 

At 7:00 p.m. we are trekking to the EDSS GYM to play BADMINTON.

And at 8:00 p.m. you can MAKE A SNACK WITH ANNA. Nom nom.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 23, 2012

At 4:00 p.m. we are going crazy, care to join us? It's simple really, just come and check out all the amazing and awesome things we have going on at the YC. That's all you have to do. Once that is complete you will discover that you have also gone slightly (or maybe not so slightly) crazy. Or if that option doesn't appeal to you, you can just play CRAZY 8's with us. Easier, yes but where is the fun in that. You know you want to go crazy, just do it already!

At 6:45 we will be going on a WINTER WALK. Make sure to dress warmly and wear proper shoes, maybe something with good traction. Seriously, dress well! Neature can still be fun even in this crazy cold winter temperatures, you just have to ensure your prepared adequately.

Kiwanis Key Club is coming to Elmira and we are hosting an information session here at the YC at 7:00 p.m. If you attend this meeting, you are entered into a draw to win a $15.00 Subway card.

Also at 7:00 p.m. we are getting just a bit crazier by having a CROKINOLE TOURNAMENT. Do we know how to party or what?

Laters :)
 

TUESDAY JANUARY 22, 2013

At 3:30 we are playing 20 QUESTIONS.

At 5:30 there is a BALANCE CHALLENGE.

At 6:30 Anna will be headed to GALAXY THEATRE, Conestoga Mall to watch a moving picture, or as you young people refer to it, a "movie". Permission forms are required and it costs $10.00. Soooo, let's make this one happen, ya?!?!

And finally, at 7 p.m. we will be ending our evening with Wii BOWLING TOURNEY.

Yep, that's it for today.

Laters :)

FRIDAY JANUARY 18, 2013

Look outside!!!! It's snowing! But unfortunately, it's not enough for any real winter fun.

At 4:00, for our after-school segment of the day, we are playing MONOPOLY.

At 6:45, we are suppose to have SNOWPANTS RACES, but there may or may not be enough snow. It's is currently snowing, so let us remain hopeful.

And to end this most Friday-ish of Fridays, we are closing the Youth Centre down for the weekend, but not before we rock out to some GUITAR HERO.

It's snowing, and some of you can drive independently, so I'm going to get all Uncle Ben on you: "With great power comes great responsibility". Yes, driving a 4000 lb. speed machine at 80+ km, can be dangerous. Not only to you but also to everyone else on the road. But I know you are waaaayyyy to smart and caring to make any stupid decisions. Just remember to be smart and careful, pretty please with a cherry on top. Otherwise, enjoy your weekend.

Laters :)

THURSDAY JANUARY 17, 2012

I am a mastermind. To even consider arguing this fact would be absurd and an utter waste of oxygen. And, as I know all you YC youth are far to smart to ever consider disputing that fact, I will get to the point, saving you all the details of my absolute genius...we are playing MASTERMIND at 4:00 p.m. It is a game of strategy and analysis...so in other words, ridiculously fun!

At 6:45 p.m. we are headed outside to enjoy the snow, depending of course on the weather! Come and BUILD A SNOW FORT with us (fingers crossed we get a massive blizzard over night and accumulate a whack ton of snow, otherwise we have some improvising to do). If we are lucky enough to get snow, we could use your creativity and muscle. If we are not lucky, and there is no snow (sad panda), we will need your crazy and fun ideas of what to do instead. 

POOL TOURNAMENT at 7:30 p.m., be there or be a rectangle...you know, like a pool table. Oh yeah, our black 8 ball is still missing. If you know anything about what has happened to our poor black 8 ball please let us know. Hard to play a proper game of pool without it. It really just wants to come back home and see it's ball brothers and sisters again.

Today is also the day our Youth Council nominations start. Soooo, if you think someone should be part of our Youth Council, consider nominating them or nominate yourself! The Youth Council gets to help plan and make important decisions regarding the YC. It's a great way to have a say and make a difference in this place you love so much. Hopefully you consider it. Come and talk to Anna and/or Cat for more info.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 16, 2012

The Youth Centre has got a full and fun day planned. 

At 4 p.m. we are experimenting with a new art project called Mimic The Master.

We are playing Twister and Kinect Tennis in the afternoon. 

There is a Youth Council Meeting at 7 p.m. 

It's a great day to come check us out! For more information, contact Anna or Cat 
at (519) 669-3539.

TUESDAY JANUARY 15, 2012

DODGEBALL! Only one of the funnest games on earth. That's right, I'm a big fan of throwing balls at people. But don't fear, my aim needs much work. A while ago, I even met someone who participated in the World Dodgeball Championships in Las Vegas (yes, it's a real thing...I looked it up). Come along with us as we go to the EDSS gym to play dodgeball. Who knows, maybe you'll one day have the honor of attending the World Championships and reign supreme in the dodgeball community! We are headed over around 7:00 p.m. if your interested in joining.

At 7:30 p.m. we will be MAKING BEESWAX CANDLES. Beeswax candles are great! They are natural, fragrance free and environmentally friendly (although they are not considered vegan). They are a powerful candle, so why not come and make one for FREE here at the Youth Centre?!?!

Laters :)

FRIDAY JANUARY 11, 2013

At 4:00 p.m. there we are DRAWING CARTOON ANIMALS.

At 7:00 p.m. we are going SWIMMING at WMC. If you'd like to join us, you just need to bring $3.00.

And our evening event is a DISNEY MOVIE MARATHON. So bring your favorites and let's do this thing. 

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9, 2012

It's a bit of a special day here at the Youth Centre. We are only open from 3-5 p.m. Yes you read that correctly and I know it makes you very sad indeed but do not fret, as we are back to regular hours tomorrow! So "What's with the funky hours?" you ask! Well, it's the WCS Staff Christmas and Cat and Anna are going. You'll miss us terribly I know but alas, it's simply one evening and you will see us again on Thursday.

Laters :)

TUESDAY JANUARY 8, 2013

Your back to school! I'm sure your super excited...but remember that you can never be overdressed or over-educated. So when your feeling a little gloomy about your school work or classes, just picture the incredibly exciting life you want in the future and realize all your hard work will eventually lead to that life. So work hard now to enjoy everything you dream of in the future. Okay, I'll quit with the inspirational stuff.

So back to the matter at hand, our Tuesday happenings! So...our after school program this fine day is BUILD A CARD HOUSE. And for whatever reason, and I have absolutely no idea where it stems from, I expect some foul play during this challenge. So, I'm setting up the rules right now...no sabotaging or attempted sabotage of other peoples card houses, you hear!?!?! Let's just respect each other and have fun. Got that!?!?

7:00 p.m. is the hour at the YC today. We've got some DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION and EDSS GYM for SOCCER. It will be a difficult decision to make.

Laters :)

THURSDAY JANUARY 3, 2013

It's just a gaming kind of day here at the Youth Centre. The first game we will play will be Wii JEOPARDY. So come on over at 4:00 p.m. to play. Around 6:30 we will be bundling up in our warmest cold weather gear and heading outside to brave the elements while also playing OUTDOOR BALL HOCKEY! Just make sure to dress warm enough, layers are always a good idea. And finally at 7:00 we are hitting our comfy couches to play SPORTS VIDEO GAMES. Relaxed but so much fun. Come chill with us.

Laters :)

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 2, 2013

It's officially a new year folks! 2012 is over and we have ushered in 2013. We here at the Youth Centre are super excited to have the whole year ahead of us. The unlimited possibilities are just so vast and thrilling. Are you as excited as we are? You should be!

But, since the holidays just ended and you lucky ducks are not back to your regular school schedules yet, we thought we would ease you, very gently, into the extreme awesomeness that we have planned for January.  Today at 4pm the game UNO will be played. At 6:15 Anna will be running a PUSH-UP CONTEST...and you can even win a prize! So let's get our bellies to the ground and push our way through as many as we can handle.And by "we" I totally and completely mean you.  But, before you turn and run because I have asked you to exercise...there is a prize for the person able to do the most push-ups! And at 7:30, we are having a POOL TOURNAMENT...for a prize! I know, I know, we are just so good to you...but the honest truth is that you deserve it for being our cool youth. Hoorah for everyone. Oh my, the spirit of the new year took ahold of me for a moment, I got a little carried away. Hope to see all your lovely faces soon.

Laters :)