Celebrate Richmond’s Youth May 1-7
April 27, 2005
Richmond Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services will serve up a variety of events and activities for youth and people of all ages during International Youth Week May 1 – 7, 2005.
International Youth Week is a time of fun, interaction and celebration intended to build stronger connections between young people and their communities. Also, it’s an opportunity to promote the positive contributions that youth make in our community every day. It’s a spirited week and a time to say thanks for the amazing contributions youth make in our community each and every day,” says Wayne Yee, Coordinator of Youth Services.
Young people around the world organize and participate in many activities including sporting events, musical performances, art displays, movie nights, random acts of kindness, award ceremonies, social activism and employment services, to a name a few. In Richmond, youth are involved in the community many ways and Richmond Youth Week is one way to celebrate and recognize their involvement in our community. The events for the week are as follows:
*Movie Night
Wednesday, May 4
6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Steveston Community CentreRock the Vote
Band night featuring DOA, Swingset Champion, Daggermouth
Wednesday, May 4
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. show starts at 8:00 p.m.
South Arm Community Hall (9020 Williams Rd)*Hip-notik
Hip-hop dance with DJ Trizzak
Friday, May 6
8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Minoru Arenas*Benefit Concert
Saturday, May 7
8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
West Richmond Community Centre
…more*Pool Tournament
May 1 to 8
Steveston Community CentreUROC Awards
Youth Recognition and Awards Presentation
Sunday, May 8
12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
City Hall*Tickle Me Pickle
Night of Improv
Thursday, May 12
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Performance from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.*Bounce Back
Break Dance Battle
Friday, May 13
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Starts at 7:00 p.m.*Incredible Search
“The Amazing Race” Richmond style
Saturday, May 14
Starts at 10 a.m. at Minoru Park grandstand
West Richmond Community CentreReach Out and Run
Sunday, May 15
9:00 a.m. Start
Hugh Boyd School
*Youth only events. Valid I.D. (Go-Card) required.
For extra details about Youth Week celebrations or to find out more about youth events throughout the year, visit www.hypeify.com or call 604-718-8416.
Youth Week supports the asset-building vision for Richmond to be the best place in North America to raise children and youth. Youth and young adults are seeing the power they have in making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of young people.
