Blend Youth Project Summer Events
30th July 2014
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Summer Holiday Activity Programme

Blend Youth project has compiled a holiday programme open to all young people aged 11-19. Getting out of the house and keeping active is imperative over this summer holiday - with Blend, each day contains new and exciting activities, trips and drop-in sessions ready to entertain young people.

For more information on activities listed below please contact the Youth Work team on 01773 749975.

Wednesday 30th July

2.30pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and the blend wall

Help redesign the blend gallery with images of yourself and activities at the blend

31st July

12.30pm-3pm

Free job shop session

If you are ages 16-25 and looking for work the blend offers help with CV's, job search, interview skills and much more

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and water wars

Time to cool off with the most exciting water fight in Heanor

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and movie night

Choose from a selection of the latest films with refreshments available

1st August

9.30am-4.30pm

The Cromford Challenge

Pay just £2.50 take part in activities and learn new skills during a beautiful walk around Cromford village

2pm-5.30pm

Free fashion show rehearsals

Join in with preparations for The Blends fun fashion show fundraiser in partnership with the lighthouse charity shop

2pm-5.30pm

Free sports at Wilmot street

Join the blend and sporting futures for a range of sporting acitivities on Wilmot street park

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and studio time

Learn how to record your own track in Blend's very own recording studio

4th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and cryptic summer trivia quiz

Show off your knowledge whilst winning chocolate and prizes in an exciting summer trivia quiz

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and pool tournament

Who will be crowned Blend pool champion 2014?

5th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and crazy science

Join the project in fun and explosive science experiments

11am-4pm

Raft Building at Carsington water

For just £5 make a splash and join in with this fun activity at Carsington water

6th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session event

Plan and cook a menu with members of the Heanor 50 plus forum, mixing with a wide range of characters

7th August

12.30pm-3pm

Free job shop session

If you are ages 16-25 and looking for work the blend offers help with CV's, job search, interview skills and much more

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and photography workshop

Learn new skills from an experienced photographers as they take a look at iconic images of the local area

7pm-9pm

Free drop in and 'sun, sex and substance' session

A wide range of advice is available here, from safety in the sun to substance misuse and even relationships

8th August

8am-7pm

Blackpool day trip

For just £10 spend a whole day enjoying the sights and sounds on one of Britains famous beaches

2pm-5.30pm

Free fashion show rehearsals

Join in with preparations for The Blends fun fashion show fundraiser in partnership with the lighthouse charity shop

2pm-5.30pm

Free sports at Wilmot street

Join the blend and sporting futures for a range of sporting activities on Wilmot street park

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and studio time

Learn how to record your own track in Blend's very own recording studio

11th August

2pm-5.30pm

Drop in session and Blend BBQ

For just £1.50 join in and cook your own hotdogs and hamburgers whilst socialising with other people from the local area

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and 'the cube'

Show off and tests your wits, balance and agility in Blends own version of the popular game show 'The Cube'

12th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and gardening

Create your own mini garden display whilst brightening up your local area

8.45am-6pm

Multi-adventurous challenge day

For just £5 enjoy a fantastic day out and explore a range of exciting activities that you may not have tried before, including climbing, abseiling and orienteering

13th August

2pm-5.30pm

 Free drop in session event

Join the Blend and members of the 50 plus forum at Heanor town hall and take part in a range of sporting activities. Food will also be available

14th August

12.30pm-3pm

Free job shop session

If you are ages 16-25 and looking for work the blend offers help with CV's, job search, interview skills and much more

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and pizza quiz challenge

Fill your appetite whilst learning important team work skills to win the pizza prize

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and boxing

Led by coaches from Ripley boxing club, this fun boxing workout will leave you feeling fit for the rest of summer

15th August

9am-5.30pm

Trip to Yorkshire wildlife park

Pay just £10 for an exciting day out to one of the best wildlife parks in the country

2pm-5.30pm

Free fashion show rehearsals

Join in with preparations for The Blends fun fashion show fundraiser in partnership with the lighthouse charity shop

2pm-5.30pm

Free sports at Wilmot street

Join the blend and sporting futures for a range of sporting activities on Wilmot street park

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and studio time

Learn how to record your own track in Blend's very own recording studio

18th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and cake shop

Learn new cake baking skills whilst having fun in the Blend kitchen

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and talent night

Whether you're a budding comedian, singer, dancer, or have an exciting new talent, show it off at the Blend's talent show event

19th August

9am-2.30pm

Gorge Scrambling

Pay just £5 for a trip to Beeley Gorge. Prepare to get wet on a fun and adventurous activity day

2pm-5.30pm

Drop in session and blend restaurant

Pay just £3 and book your table for a delectable three course meal at the Blend restaurant

20th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free activity afternoon

Play games from yesteryear as well as the latest games with members of the Heanor 50 plus forum

21st August

12.30pm-3pm

Free job shop session

If you are ages 16-25 and looking for work the blend offers help with CV's, job search, interview skills and much more

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and GCSE results day

Drop in for a cup of tea and gain support and advice from local colleges after your exam results

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and street dance workshop

Learn the latest moves to make you king or queen of the dance floor

22nd August

9.30am-6pm

National Space Centre trip

Pay just £10 for a fantastic day out to the National Space Centre. Take part in space related activities whilst learning interesting new facts

2pm-5.30pm

Free fashion show rehearsals

Join in with preparations for The Blends fun fashion show fundraiser in partnership with the lighthouse charity shop

2pm-5.30pm

Free sport on Wilmot street park and 5-aside football tournament

Take part in Blends 5-aside football tournament for a chance to win voucher prizes

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and studio time

Learn how to record your own track in Blends very own recording studio

26th August

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and 'the krypton factor'

Show off your talents by taking part in a range of sport, observation and problem solving based challenges

9am-2.30pm

Mine exploration

Pay just £5 and explore the hidden, underground world of the Devonshire mine in a trip to Matlock bath

27th August

1pm-5.30pm

Free fishing event at Shipley park

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fisher come along and have a go at this enjoyable and relaxing pass time

2pm-5.30pm

Free Blend challenge day

Take part in a range of Blend challenges set out to test your wits

28th August

12.30pm-3pm

Free job shop session

If you are ages 16-25 and looking for work the blend offers help with CV's, job search, interview skills and much more

3pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and board games evening

Could you be the Blend board game champion of 2014?

7pm-9pm

Drop in session and fancy dress fundraiser

Donate £1 and help raise money for the Blend Youth Project by entering your own fancy dress outfit for this crazy competition

29th August

8am-6.30pm

City visit to York

For just £5 visit the beautiful city of York and spend a fun day of exploring various attractions on offer

2pm-5.30pm

Free fashion show rehearsals

Join in with preparations for The Blends fun fashion show fundraiser in partnership with the lighthouse charity shop

2pm-5.30pm

Free Sports and Wilmot street park

Join the Blend team and sporting futures for a range of sporting activities on Wilmot street park

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session, karaoke and studio time

Whether you're a budding vocalist or music producer come along and have a go

1st September

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and upcycling event

Learn about upcycling by remaking your own bag or hat from recycled clothing materials

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session a fitness challenge

Find out how fit you really are by taking on this hardcore fitness challenge

2nd September

9am-4pm

Mountain biking

Pay just £5 and join Blend on a cycle along the beautiful Monsal trial, starting at Hassop station

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and table tennis tournament

Who will be the Blend 2014 table tennis champion?

3rd September

10am-2pm

Free Turner farm 'animal care' day

Interested in animals? Come and meet, greet and help to care for some of Turner farm's newest residents

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and comedy night

Come to blend and share your favourite family friendly jokes, as well as enjoying others have a crack at stand up comedy

4th September

12.30pm-3pm

Free job shop session

If you are ages 16-25 and looking for work the blend offers help with CV's, job search, interview skills and much more

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session and 'summers best hits'

Help create a photo collage of all the exciting Blend activities held over the summer period

7pm-9pm

Drop in session and 'ready, steady cook'

Pay just £1.50 to compete in the ready, steady cook challenge to win best meal

5th September

8am-6.30pm

Alton Towers trip

Pay just £25 for a whole day exploring the UK's most popular theme park. This cost includes both transport and entry fees

2pm-5.30pm

Free drop in session, candle and sugar scrubs making event

Design your very own candle and learn how to make sugar scrubs as a wonderful gift idea

2pm-5.30pm

Free Sports at Wilmot street

Join the Blend and sporting futures in an afternoon of different sporting activities on Wilmot street park

7pm-9pm

Free drop in session and studio time

Learn how to record your own track in Blend's very own recording studio

Blend Youth Project Heanor

15 Mundy Street, Heanor, Derbyshire, DE75 7EB

Tel: 01773 769980

Email: info@blendyouthproject.co.uk

Please visit www.blendyouthproject for a booking/consent form required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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