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Get ready for a night of laughs, surprises and seriously impressive skills at A&E's Got Talent! Whether you sing, dance, act, juggle, tell jokes, or have a totally unique talent, this is your moment to shine. Bring your energy, bring your friends, and cheer each other on as we celebrate confidence, creativity, and the courage to step on stage. Sign up required for acts (link below). Transport can be provided for young people from other parts of Annandale and Eskdale - please speak to youth workers for more info! P6-S6.

Think Raydale is just about football? Think again! Come along to Gretna Youth Group to take part in a range of activities including arts and crafts, sports and team games! P6-S6. 

Location

Raydale Community Park

Date and time

Thursdays 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th July & 6th, 13th August

6-7.30pm

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Youth Group for young people with additional support needs and disabilities. Come along to take part in activities such as arts and crafts, sports and cooking! For 12-25s. 

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan

Date and time

Thursdays 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th July & 6th, 13th August

6-7.30pm

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Come along to Kaos Cafe to take part in fun activities, challenges and themed nights! Make friends, try out new things and a safe space to chill out with your friends. 

Location

Kaos Cafe, Wigtown

Date and time

Mondays 6th, 13th, 20th July

Juniors (P6/7) - 6-7.15pm

Seniors (S1+) - 7.30-9pm

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Join us for Kaos Got Talent at Wigtown's Summer Show! Come along and learn music, dance, magic and storytelling with the industries finest! Be part of our Summer Showcase! For P6-S6.

Location

Kaos Cafe, Wigtown

Date and time

Monday 27th July & 3rd, 10th August

5.30-7pm

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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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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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Join Stewartry Youth Work Steering Group for New Roots, a digital detox night focused on helping YOU get back to basics with NATURE! Try willow weaving, scratch art and more!

Location

Carlingwark Park, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Mondays 13th July, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm 

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A fun, free football project open to all young people aged P6-S6. It's all about enjoying the game with no pressure. Food and refreshments will be provided. 

Location

The Hut, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Tuesdays 14th, 21st, 28th July & 4th, 11th August

6-7.30pm

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Come along to relax and refresh at our Pamper Night! Enjoy being pampered with face masks, skincare, nail painting, hair tinsel, wellbeing activities and more! Put on your comfy clothes and unwind with us! P6+.

Location

New Town Hall, Whithorn

Date and Time

Thursday 16th July

6-7.30pm

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