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Free youth work programmes running September to December 2025 for young people aged 12 to 25 years across Dumfries and Galloway.

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Makers Zone

Like arts and crafts? Come along to our Makers Zone in Stranraer to paint some pottery, create artistic journals, and turn a pair of Crocs into something sparkly!

Location

Week 1: Agnew Park, Stranraer

Week 2: McMillan Hall, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Thursday 2nd and 9th April

Session 1 - Pottery Painting - 11am to 12pm

Session 2 - Journaling/Collaging - 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Session 3 - Glitter Kicks (Bedazzle Shoes) - 2pm to 3pm

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Music Night

If you're interested in music, come along and get ready to perform - whether you love singing, playing an instrument, or just want to build your confidence on stage, it's a great chance to express yourself, try something new, and have fun with others who enjoy making music too.

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursdays at 7pm to 8:30pm

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Nithsdale Juniors

Group for P6/P7 with activities such as sports, arts and crafts, cooking, and P7 transitions.

Location

Hillview Leisure Centre

Date and time

Fridays at 3:30pm to 5pm

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If you have any questions, get in touch with our Youth Work Team.

Nithsdale P7 Transitions

Free Activity Sessions for young people who are moving up to High School after the Summer Holidays!

Date and time

Dumfries High School - Monday 30th March, 1pm to 4:30pm

Wallace Hall Academy - Tuesday 31st March, 1pm to 4:30pm

Sanquhar Academy - Thursday 2nd April, 1pm to 4:30pm

North West Community Campus - Tuesday 7th April, 1pm to 4:30pm

Dumfries Academy - Thursday 9th April, 1pm to 4:30pm

St Joseph's College - Friday 10th April, 1pm to 4:30pm

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Nithsdale Seniors

Drop in group for young people including activities such as sports, arts and crats, cooking, awareness days and bitesize youth info sessions.

Location

Hillview Leisure Centre

Date and time

Fridays at 6:30pm to 8pm

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If you have any questions, get in touch with our Youth Work Team.

Pyjamas & Pamper

A chilled wellbeing space where young people can unwind in their comfiest PJs, enjoy simple self-care activities, and connect with others in a relaxed setting. For 12-17 Years

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Thursday 2nd April

3:30pm to 5:30pm

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Ready Steady Cook!

Fancy yourself a culinary genius and creator of all things delicious? Come along to our ready, steady cook session! Here you are challenged to create the tastiest and most
inventive lunch using simple ingredients.

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan - Monday 30th March

Town Hall, Lockerbie - Thursday 9th April

Time

1pm to 2:30pm

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Self Care Group

Need a break from the hustle and bustle? Join us at Self Care to chill out & de-stress, take part in creative workshops and enjoy healthy snacks and smoothies!

Location

Agnew Park Pavilion, Stranraer

Date and time

Fridays at 6:30pm to 8:30pm

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Senior Drop In

A relaxed space for older teens to hangout, get support and explore new opportunities. Drop in for a cuppa, advice, activities or just to chill out with your friends. For S1-S6

Location

McMillan Hall, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Fridays at 6pm to 8pm

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