From swimming to roller skating and even cooking, there’s no shortage of events in Penticton until May 7, in recognition of today’s youth.
The third annual Youth Week in Penticton is back, as the city hosts several events to celebrate youth and “help them move forward in the future.”
“We know that youth in Penticton have a wide range of interests and needs and this week, thanks in large part to all our partners, allows us to showcase the talents and diversity of this vital segment of Penticton,” said Melisa Edgerly, peer support supervisor at Foundry Penticton.
“Youth today face a lot of challenges but events like this allow us to show that by working together we can build a stronger community.”
Events this year include gym and swim night at the Penticton Community Centre, sessions on renting skills, cooking classes at South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services, youth art night with Penticton and District Community Arts Council and roller skating at the Activate Penticton rink.
The City of Penticton declared May 1 to 7, ‘Youth Week’ at a meeting in April. A full list of events can be found here.
Along with the hosting of several events, the city is also offering free transit for youth 18 and under in the community during the week.
“One of our priorities is making Penticton a vibrant and connected community and this week is designed to celebrate the value youth add and also give them the tools they need to succeed,” said Stephen Roberts, the city’s recreation coordinator. “The youth of today are future leaders and we want them to know they are appreciated and supported.”
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