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Surrey Youth News & Updates – January 2022

SASSY Awards
Nominations Open in This Month

The SASSY Awards in Surrey honour youth aged 15 to 21 who are living or studying in Surrey or White Rock and are making a difference in our community. The awards are provided by the Semiahmoo Rotary Club and aim to recognize, acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of youth who exemplify “Service Above Self.”

Nominations are accepted in six categories.
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Surrey Fire Fighters Charitable Society Annual Surrey Tree Chip
Surrey Fire Fighters Charitable Society Annual Surrey Tree Chip
January 8 | 8am–4pm | Guildford Mall
Join us for this annual event in January. Surrey Fire Fighters will be been chipping trees and collecting donations benefiting the Surrey Fire Fighters Charitable Society for youth and family programs. Trees are accepted to be chipped with a small cash donation.
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Online Youth Nights
Online Youth Nights
Custom Card Making for Seniors
Wanting to share kindness and create warm sentiments for the senior community? We need you! Join our Custom Card Making night for our senior community! Design and colour greeting cards that will be sent to senior homes to offer encouragement during this unprecedented time.
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Nerd Night
Nerd Night
January 24 | 5–7pm | Ages 13–19 | Guildford Library
Are you into games or gaming? Science fiction or fantasy? Do you belong to a fandom? If you answered yes to any of those, come to our Teen Nerd Night! We’ll be playing Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart on Nintendo Switch®, hosting a science fiction trivia session, and talking about the things we love. Join us for a night of prizes and fun!
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Teen Writers Group
Teen Writers’ Group
January 27 | 5–7pm | Ages 12–18 | Guildford Library
Join other creative-minded teens in a fun, laid-back space to share ideas and challenge your imagination. Each meeting, we will play games and do activities to inspire ideas and spark your curiosity. There will be opportunities to share your own work in a safe and positive environment. All genres are welcome!
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Recreation Pass Promotion
Recreation Pass Promotion
Purchase by Jan 31 to Get an Extra Month Free
The 1-year rec pass gets you unlimited drop-in for swimming, skating, weight room, fitness classes and gymnasium sports. It’s the best value if visiting just twice a week. Monthly payment plans are available.
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MYzone/MYgame After School Program
MYzone/MYgame After School Program
For Kids 8–12 Years
Keep kids active and having fun after school in a fully supervised and safe environment. MYzone is just $7 per location from January 3 to March 11. MYgame is $3.50 per location. Register once, start anytime and drop in. Find a location near you.
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SNAP Hires for Summer 2022
SNAP Hires for Summer 2022
Summer Team Deadline Application January 16
Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP) is hiring for multiple summer positions! SNAP employs youth to have a positive impact on our environment through habitat restoration and community education. Apply today and help care for Surrey’s urban forest.
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Save the Date—March 11
Surrey Steps Up
Surrey Steps Up is an annual showcase of the positive impact youth have on the city. Celebrate the amazing young people who are transforming our schools and communities through good deeds, community projects, creating art and more. Everyone is welcome.
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