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Youth

                            
What's On?

1.     Slam it! 

An exciting new spoken word event for years 7-12 kids - write a poem, rap or monologue and perform it live on stage - great prizes!

Slam It! is a live performance poetry competition with judges chosen randomly from the audience.

We are challenging Northern Beaches high school wordsmiths and performers to write a two minute piece which they can speak, sing, scream, rap, howl, even whisper their own poems, stories, hip-hop, monologues – whatever they can do with words, live on stage. Poetry slams are raging across the globe. From its Chicago origins in 1985 to Australia today, slams have shaken up the literary world. .Miles Merrill, the founder of the National Slam in Australia, will be our MC for this event and we also have special spoken-word guest stars Morganics and Omar Musa, the winner of the National Slam 2008.

First prize is a feature spot in the National Youth Slam at the State Theatre in November, plus a week-long course of your choice with Australian Theatre for Young People. Spot prizes on the night.

Wordshops:   For ideas on writing and performing your poem, Miles Merrill and Morganics will present Wordshops at the Manly Youth Centre in Kangaroo St, Manly, on Tuesday August 25th and Tuesday September 1st from 4.30pm-6.30pm, $25 for 20 students minimum.

  • There will be two heats at the Manly Youth Centre on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 September.
  • The main event.... Slam It! explodes on stage on Friday 25 September 2009 as part of the Manly Arts Festival.
  • Bookings or more information: Call Manly Youth Centre on 9977 5599
  • Venue: Star of the Sea Theatre, Manly

2.     24/7 Youth Film Festival

The Youth Film Festival is being held again in 2009,  check out the official website www.247youthfilmfestival.com.au  for upcoming event details or contact Rob van den Blink at Warringah Council on 9942 2680 for further info.

3.    Free Meditation Session at Mona Vale Library

Great for students who are looking for a way to help them deal with the pressure of the HSC or other exams. 

4.    Pittwater Draw

Sunday 25 October 10am to 2pm at the Newport Community Centre. 
Part of the international movement "The Big Draw" come along with friends and join in drawing what you like about Pittwater with the help of local artists. A free event for everyone.

 

Youth Services

If you want to find out where to go if you need assistance or someone to talk to, the Youth Directory is what you need. Its not only covering the Pittwater area, so you can see what's out there for you in other areas as well. You can download the PYS Youth Directory now or collect a copy from Pittwater Council's Customer Service or email youth@pittwater.nsw.gov.au.  It is quite a large document so please be patient while it downloads.

No Regrets Safe Party Tips

Parties can be fun and exciting and also a great way for young people to relax and enjoy themselves. Sometimes parties can get out of hand and become unsafe. By being organised and following a few simple tips you can host a party that is enjoyable and fun. Download the "No Regrets Safe Party Tips" booklet or you can collect a copy from the Pittwater Council Customer Service Centres and also "Register your party with the Police". If you wish to gain more information on other local safety programs, please look at our Community Safety webpage.