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If you have additional support needs or disabilities, this group is for you. Join us to meet people your age, make friends and take part in fun, confidence-building activities. We are a friendly, inclusive space where you can try new things, be yourself and feel part of a supportive community. Ages 12-25 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries 

Date and time

Mondays at 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm 

13th July - Wellbeing Night 

20th July- Games Night 

27th July- Sports Mash-up 

A youth group for young people aged 12-18 who are home educated. Come along to socialise, gain qualifications, learn about different topics and take part in fun activities. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Mondays 

13th, 20th, 27th July and 3rd and 10th August 

1:00-3:00 pm 

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Get ready for our laser tag competition- fast, fun, and full of friendly rivalry. Team up, dodge the beams, and battle it out for bragging rights. Bring your energy and your crew for an unforgettable night.

Location

Date and time

Johnstone Bridge Community Centre- Friday 31st July 6-8 pm 

Moffat Academy- Monday 3rd August 5-7pm 

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Our Crime Scene Investigation Workshop will help YOU discover the science behind solving mysteries! Work like a real CSI as you examine clues, analyse evidence, and learn how forensic techniques help crack cases. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries. 

Date and time

Monday 3rd August 

3:30 pm- 5:30 pm 

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Do you live in the Glenkens? In P6-S6? Looking for something to do on a Monday night? Why not pop along to Glenkens Youth Group! Meet local youth workers, take part in a mini Commonwealth Games and make new friends! P6-S4

Location

Dalry Community Centre 

Date and time

Monday 3rd August, 7-8:30 pm

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Come along to our SFX Makeup Workshop where you'll learn the skills to create bold, eye-catching looks! From bruises and cuts to dramatic transformations, you'll explore special effects techniques and bring your imagination to life. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Monday 27th July 

3:30-5:30 pm 

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Take time to pause and reflect at our Spiritual Mindfulness Session, a calm and welcoming space to explore your inner self. Through gentle activities like relaxation, reflection, and creative expression, you'll learn ways to manage stress, build awareness, and feel more grounded. It's all about finding what helps you feel balanced, connected, and positive in a supportive environment. For 12-17s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Monday 10th August

3.30-5.30pm

Step into the mystery at our Murder Mystery Session, where you'll become a detective for the day! Work in teams to uncover clues, solve puzzles, and piece together the story to crack the case. With plenty of twists, creative challenges, and teamwork, this session is all about thinking outside the box, using your imagination, and having fun while solving the ultimate whodunnit! For Age 12-17 

Location 

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and Time 

Monday, the 20th July 

3:30- 5:30 pm 

Keen to explore nature? Want to do a digital detox night focussed on helping YOU get back to basics with nature? Pop along and try lots of different activities exploring all things nature! P6-S6.

Location, Date and time

Thursday 16th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 3 - 4.30pm

Monday 10th August - Moffat Academy - 5.30 - 7pm

Tuesday 11th August - Richard Greenhow Centre, Gretna - 1-2.30pm

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Looking for somewhere to have fun, make new friends and try new things? Come along to our youth group in Whithorn, a welcoming space where you can take part in fun activities over the summer including chef taster sessions, inflatables, art projects and more! For P6-S3. 

Location

New Town Hall, Whithorn

Date and time

Mondays 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th July & 3rd, 10th August 

3.30-5pm

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