National Youth Week Events and Activities
This week, May 1 to 7, is National Youth Week and we want to recognize the invaluable contributions of young people to our community. Youth engagement is crucial, fostering a vibrant, energetic, and inclusive community atmosphere.
This National Youth Week, we are excited to offer a variety of activities tailored to our youth. We invite all those aged 12 to 19 to participate in a series of engaging and exciting activities designed to celebrate and uplift youth. Our lineup includes:
- Creative and Learning Workshops: Engage in Youth Acrylic Painting, Crochet for Beginners, and Street & Beach Photography workshops.
- Sports and Wellness: Sharpen your skills at our Basketball and Volleyball workshops, or enjoy the great outdoors with the Port Hope Racquet Club’s Opening Day.
- Special Events: Don’t miss the Grand Openings of our Youth Hub and Skate Park, complete with a BBQ celebration.
- Social Gatherings: Test your wits in our Escape Room, join in on Game Night!, or explore unique finds at the Youth Vendor Flea Market - Join us if you love thrifty finds, new goodies, pre-loved treasures, hand-made goods and everything in-between.
We encourage all young people to take part in these events to celebrate your role in our community and make new memories. Residents, please spread the word and invite the young people in your lives to join these enriching activities.
For more details on the events and to register, visit porthope.ca/youth.