Surrey Youth News & Updates – December 2022

Youth Holiday Breakfast & Ball Event December 23 | 7-10:30am | Ages 13-18 Come by the Clayton Community Centre for a free breakfast with full access to the gymnasium. Enjoy pancakes, board games, and designated gym time. Basketball: 7-8:45am | Volleyball: 9-10:30am. Register to reserve your spot before December 21. Mackie’s Place Youth Drop-In Thursdays | 4-9pm | Bridgeview Community Centre Mackie’s Place is now part of youth drop-ins at Bridgeview on Thursdays from 4 to 9pm. Mackie’s provide employment coaching, youth jobs and food to all youth ages 13 and up that attend. They also run 5v5 basketball games that are incorporated into our drop-in. Arts & Crafts Christmas Special Online Youth Nights Thursday, December 15 | 7-8pm | Ages 10-18 Ready to celebrate the Christmas season and make some fun crafts? Join us in making Christmas ornaments and cards, and playing online trivia games. All crafting materials available for pickup upon registration at your closest library branch. This event is hosted in partnership with Surrey Libraries. Surrey Steps Up Youth Planning Team Ages 14-18  Do you want to be a part of our Surrey Steps Up youth planning team? Surrey Steps Up is an annual showcase that highlights the positive impact youth have on the city. Email youth@surrey.ca if you are interested. Surrey Youth Indoor Soccer Tournament December 17 | Ages 13-18 | Guilford Recreation Centre Join us Saturday, December 17 for the return of Guildford’s Youth Soccer Tournament. The tournament will take place indoors at Guildford Recreation Centre for ages 13 to 18. It is a 5-a-side tournament with a minimum of 3 games per team. Register online for the Junior (ages 13 to 15) or Senior (ages 16 to 18) category. Free to register, and prizes to be won. This tournament is hosted in partnership with Guildford Athletic Club. Peer Mentorship Program Tuesdays | Ages 10 – 12 | Clayton Community Centre The Peer Mentorship Program is designed to provide preteens with meaningful programming, in a safe and nurturing environment that is open to everyone. Groups play interactive games and age-appropriate activities alongside peers, youth mentors and staff. Free weekly drop-in every Tuesday from 5 to 8pm. Watch this video to learn more.  Youth Engagement Program (YEP) Ages 14-18 | Various locations Are you a youth who wants to create a program or event but don’t know exactly how to accomplish your goal? Members of the youth engagement team are here to help make your dreams into reality, no matter how big or small. Reach out to youth@surrey.ca with your idea or go to your local recreation centre and ask to speak with a youth team member. Free Guided Nature Walk  December 10 |10-10:45am | Surrey Nature Centre Join a Surrey Nature Centre team member for an in-person walk exploring nature in Green Timbers Urban Forest.This program takes place rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Register for this free program by calling 604-502-6065 or online.