Youth Week 2012

National Youth Week 2012 will run from April 13 - 22. The theme this year is Imagine. Create. Inspire and there will be a bumper program of events in Wyong Shire.

Wet wild & rhythm

The Toukley Neighborhood Centre Precinct will come alive with multiple activities, including; a skate/scooter/BMX demonstration and competition; hip hop, Zumba, drumming and DJ workshops; free sausage sizzle; DIY Film Festival and free access to Toukley pool for all participants.

Cost	Free
Event Type	Entertainment
Date	Saturday 14 April
Time	2 PM - 6 PM
Location	Neighborhood Centre Precinct, Heador Street, Toukley
Contact	Shari Young on 4397 1711

ELEV8 creative writing workshop

A creative writing workshop for young seasoned writers and would be writers, local author Keith Whelan will have Tuggerah Library abuzz with creative energy. Places are limited so booking is essential.

Cost	Free but places are limited
Event Type	Workshop
Date	Saturday 14 April
Time	10 AM - 12PM
Location	Westfield Tuggerah, 50 Wyong Road, Tuggerah
Contact	Book at the Library in person or call 4350 5160 to reserve your place

Goats family festival

An annual festival of music and activities held at San Remo continues to grow and is one of the largest events of its type in the country. GOATS is designed by, and intended for, young people and their families to enjoy a free day in a safe, fun, drug free environment. There are 3 stages for band performances and other entertainment, and numerous rides, sporting demonstrations, community and food market stalls.

Cost	Free Entry
Event Type	Festival
Date	Sunday 15 April
Time	9 AM - 5PM
Location	Koala Park, San Remo
Contact	Corrina Peck on 4390 7888

Express ur self art exhibition

Gravity Youth Centre at Lake Haven will be transformed into an Art Gallery where young people will showcase their skills and artistic abilities to their families, peers and the broader community.

Cost	Free Entry
Event Type	Exhibition
Date	Wednesday 18 April
Time	12 PM - 4:30 PM
Location	Gravity Youth Centre, off Bannister Dr, Farrow lane, Lake Haven
Contact	Val lambert on 4393 9555

Literary lock down

Belt out a book in one session. Learn how to write creatively under pressure, belt out a book in an hour at Tuggerah Library and finish the evening with supper and music.

Cost	Free Entry
Event Type	Workshop
Date	Thursday 19 April
Time	6 PM - 9 PM
Location	Tuggerah Library, Westfield Shopping Centre, Wyong Rd, Tuggerah
Contact	Book at the Library in person or call 4350 5160 to reserve your place

PCYC - Time for kids

Doing time to stop crime. Community leaders, celebrities and media personalities come together and 'do time' for a day, their “bail” providing funds to assist with program development for young people at risk. A day packed full of activities at Bay Village Shopping Centre, Bateau Bay.