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THE first birthday celebrations of Shannon’s youth café will take place on Friday evening (between 5pm and 110} os00)F
The Kick Back Café was set up last year at the Respond Communi- ty Building, in response to demand in the town and surrounding areas. Young people felt there was a need for a café solely dedicated to between the ages of 16 to 21.
Run under the auspices of Shannon youth office, the café has provided a safe and comfortable space for young people, on Friday evenings and Saturdays.
“The committee of volunteers who run the café are now planning activities and events for the coming months, to highlight the role of the café for young people in Shannon,” said Shannon youth worker, Cathal DIU eyne
“The first birthday celebration plans are in full swing and the café committee is currently finalising the details of the event,” he added.
Among the events planned for the night include an eighties theme disco, singstar competition and a variety of games. One of the volunteers, Aoife Wright has offered to make a special birthday cake for the occasion!
Meanwhile, the youth workers are
continuing to carry out their outreach work, on the streets of Shannon.
‘The youth office 1s open to arrang- ing projects to meet the needs of the young people in the Shannon area,” said Mr Dillon.
The office is open between 4pm and 6pm every Tuesday and Thurs- day, for young people to drop in and chat to the youth workers
Both the Skyview and Drumgeely youth clubs have re-opened follow- ing the winter break.
The Drumgeely club was set up last year and is based at St Senan’s primary school. It runs between 7pm and 9pm every Monday night.
The club has received funding from
Clare Sports Partnership and Clare VEC and a programme is currently being put together in an effort to en- courage new members to join.
The Skyview club meets between 7pm and 9pm every Thursday night. It is open to young people aged be- tween 12 and 16. Admission to the clubs is just €2 per night and further details can be obtained by phoning 061 364318.
Both clubs are keen to encourage volunteers to help organise the activ- ities every week. Volunteers should be aged 21 and over and a full range of volunteer supports and leadership training is available for those who are interested.