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January
2012

A guide for what's on in Blackhall & Hesleden

A guide for what's on in Blackhall & Hesleden

To find out what is happening in Blackhall & Hesleden, take a look at the 'What's on? Where? When?' guide....

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01

December
2011

One Point launches with a bang!

One Point launches with a bang!

One Point, a new service that provides a “one stop shop” for support and advice for children and young people, is officially underway after the first of several launches took place on Friday, 25th November.The first launch, which took place at the Chester-le-Street Hub, was attended by o...

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17

November
2011

Training in Youth Work

Training in Youth Work

Are you 16 years of age or older and interested in youth work?
A level one youth work training course is being offered by Durham County Council over three days later this month.
The course will look at the skills needed to work with young people between the ages of 13 and 19 and it will help you t...

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08

November
2011

Winners announced at Youth Work Awards!

Winners announced at Youth Work Awards!


Last week, Durham County Council took part in National Youth Week to celebrate the great successes by our youth workers. On Thursday evening, we hosted an awards ceremony to reward the achievements of small projects and individuals who have made a difference to youngsters growing up...

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02

November
2011

Get into Football/Junior Disability Football Festival

Get into Football/Junior Disability Football Festival

See the attached flyers for more information...

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27

October
2011

NE Generation Young Producers

NE Generation Young Producers

NE-Generation are seeking 4 young people from within the Programme to work with them, on paid employment basis, from December 2011 – June 2012. They will need these 4 people for between 70-100 hours over that period.
Tasks will include:

Researching artists and creative organisations/compan...

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17

October
2011

Youth Work Week 2011

Youth Work Week 2011

Youth Work Week will run this year from 31st October – 6th November 2011. Each year Youth Work Week centres on a single theme.  In 2011 the theme is:
“Youth Work – Bringing Communities Together’’
This years' theme was chosen in response to the disturbances across...

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21

September
2011

Like Rock Music? Come to Young Bands Night

Like Rock Music? Come to Young Bands Night

Like Rock Music? Come to Young Bands Night and see
Cryptic Metaphor
Chasing Jayne
At St Patrick's Church Hall, Consett
Saturday, 24 Seplember 2011
Starts at 6.00 pmEntry £4 Aduclts / £2 under 18's
Young Bands Night at the St Patricks Hall in Consett has Cryptic Metaphor and Chasing...

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14

September
2011

FREE Drama & Music Taster Sessions

FREE Drama & Music Taster Sessions

Jack Drum Arts are delighted to announce that due to a successful funding bid from Youth Music and BBC Performing Arts we are able to offer FREE drama and music sessions to young people across County Durham.
What’s involved?
The taster sessions will introduce the themes of our current Youth ...

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13

September
2011

Sound + Vision 35/45 Showcase Event

Sound + Vision 35/45 Showcase Event

A special live music and film showcase – the culmination of Northern Film & Media and Generator Sound + Vision 35|45 initiative, run with leading independent record label Domino Records, home of Arctic Monkeys and Franz Ferdinand.
For your invitation click here...

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12

September
2011

Imagine the Future of Learning

Imagine the Future of Learning

innov8 is an Open Innovation competition that aims to engage learners, educators, designers and developers, technology enthusiasts, games creators, innovators and anyone with an interest in ensuring that technology is used in new and exciting ways to engage, inspire learners.
innov8 is interested i...

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26

August
2011

FABRIK -A New Night Club for 13-16 Year Olds

FABRIK -A New Night Club for 13-16 Year Olds

FABRIK is a new night club for 13-16 year olds happening every other Friday night, 7pm-10pm, @the Spectrum Leisure Centre in Willington.
£3 entry- tickets available from Spectrum or pay at the door.
FRIDAY 26TH AUGUST- FABRIKFRIDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER- FABRIK Geek PartyFRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER- FABRI...

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19

August
2011

Just Got Your Results?

Just Got Your Results?

If you have received your results or waiting to receive them, why not take a look at Help4Teens for options available to you. Help4Teens also has an Online Vacancy Service which you can use to keep up to date on all the latest Jobs and opportunities from across the county.
The Apprenticeships websi...

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09

August
2011

Free Skate Park, Chester-le-Street

Free Skate Park, Chester-le-Street

Get your skates on this summer and come down to Chester-le-Street Riverside Park from 15-19 August, 1pm daily....

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03

August
2011

What is it like to be a girl in Newton Aycliffe?

What is it like to be a girl in Newton Aycliffe?

Inspired by the regeneration planned for Newton Aycliffe town centre, the County Durham Positive Futures Explore project investigated the perspectives of young people on staying safe and community responsibility.
After learning technical filmmaking, editing and acting skills, a group of 15 young wo...

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01

August
2011

Free Golf Taster Sessions

Free Golf Taster Sessions

Do you fancy being the next Tiger Woods, if so, come to our free golf taster sessions at Sharpley Golf Course on Monday 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th August 2011....

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20

July
2011

Are you over 12? Can you help to shape County Durham's future!

Are you over 12? Can you help to shape County Durham's future!


The Children’s Trust works towards improving the lives of all children and young people in County Durham.
 
We are beginning to work on our next Children and Young People’s Plan (CYPP) for 2012-2015. The Plan will tell us exactly what the issues and areas are that we will focu...

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19

July
2011

Calling all Young Filmmakers

Calling all Young Filmmakers

Win £500 of Amazon vouchers and a screening of your winning film at the Tyneside Cinema!
As part of this year's Juice Festival, Tyneside Cinema has just launched their first Young Tyneside Film Challenge and they are challenging all young people in the North East to make a  short film on...

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07

July
2011

The Essential Guide to Summer Fun

The Essential Guide to Summer Fun

Find out what is happening near you.....

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07

July
2011

Do you want to become a MEDIA CHAMPION?!

Do you want to become a MEDIA CHAMPION?!

Truth About Youth are teaming up with Headliners for a second year to give 10 more young people the chance to become a Media Champion.
Media Champion is an exciting opportunity for young people to be trained in media and press skills, to work with their youth project/group, and help them to promote...

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07

July
2011

Tell NCB about your views on the environment

Tell NCB about your views on the environment

The National Children’s Bureau (NCB) wants to hear about your views on the environment.
Complete this short survey and be in with a chance of winning £10
 ...

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07

July
2011

Alcohol, Information and You

Alcohol, Information and You

Tell us what is the best way for you to get information on the effects of alcohol on young people?
Take our poll and let us know what you think....

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27

June
2011

National Junior Men's Road Race Championship

National Junior Men's Road Race Championship

Watch the next generation of Tour de France riders at Barnard Castle!!!
Event Summary
Race HQGlaxoSmithKline Sports and Social Club, Strathmore Road,Barnard Castle, Co Durham, DL12 8DT
Distance78.5 miles
Event Schedule10.00 Sign on opens at HQ11.30 Riders depart HQ under Police escort11.45 Rider...

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22

June
2011

127th Durham Miners Gala

127th Durham Miners Gala

The annual event, which takes place in the city centre, attracts thousands of people each year.
Celebrations included a funfair, stalls, brass bands and marches, while union activists and campaign groups also gathered at the event.
Speeches started around 12.30pm followed by a service in Durham Ca...

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21

June
2011

Share Your Story and win great prizes

Share Your Story and win great prizes

The British Council and Ecorys are pleased to announce a new competition for everyone who has participated in the Lifelong Learning Programme or Youth in Action. They want to find out how the programmes helped you broaden your horizons – experience new cultures, learn new skills and make new f...

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13

June
2011

Meet Peppa Pig and George

Meet Peppa Pig and George

Peppa Pig and George will be visiting Locomotion in Shildon on June 26th, enjoy a steam train ride and take part in free arts and crafts activities throughout the day.
For more information visit the National Railway Museum website.
...

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08

June
2011

County Durham Sport 2011 Award Scheme

County Durham Sport 2011 Award Scheme

This year's County Durham Sport Partnership Award Scheme has now launched, so don't miss your opportunity to nominate the unsung heroes of sport and physical activity from across County Durham.
The categories for the 2011 Awards are:
Sports Awards
Coach of the YearYoung Coach of the Year (under 2...

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03

June
2011

Help4Teens has a new Online Vacancy Service

Help4Teens has a new Online Vacancy Service

Help4Teens are excited to announce the launch of our new Online Vacancy Service for young people in County Durham. Jobs and opportunities from across the county will be available online, so why not have a look and find the job that's right for you.
 
To celebrate the launch we are giving away...

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25

May
2011

Do it 4 Real Summer Camps

Do it 4 Real Summer Camps

Do it 4 Real summer camps for children aged 10-19 years old, provide the ultimate chance to experience great activities as you make new friends away from home.
Choose from Action Adventure, Go Extreme, Performing Arts or Future Leader and do something this summer that you’ll really want to te...

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24

May
2011

Children's Network Summer Activities

Children's Network Summer Activities

You are all invited to the Children’s Network Activities...
Come along to a FREE activity near you....

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23

May
2011

National Citizen Service

National Citizen Service

National Citizen Service is for anyone in year 11 who wants to do something exciting during the summer holiday.
Taking part will let you:

learn some new skills
meet new people
make a real difference to your community or an issue you care about

It will run for three weeks and you will have...

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13

April
2011

Muscial Theatre Workshops

Muscial Theatre Workshops

An exciting day offering an introduction to musical theatre for participants aged 9-13yrs / 14-17yrs focusing on singing, drama,movement and group work.Participants will learn about basic vocal technique, breathing, posture and movement and apply them to two well known scenes from popular music thea...

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06

April
2011

Changes to Connexions Direct

Changes to Connexions Direct

Connexions Direct is now part part of Directgov to offer wider online support for young people, bringing careers, work and learning advice and information together in one place.
 
 For more information visit Help4Teens...

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04

April
2011

Parliament wants your views on services for young people

Parliament wants your views on services for young people

The Education Committee have launched an online discussion with young people as part of its ongoing inquiry into Services for Young People.
 
If you are aged13 to 25 they want to hear from you on subjects such as:
 
► what out-of-school activities you do► whether you volunteer► y...

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15

March
2011

The Event (West A19 Project)

The Event (West A19 Project)

You are invited to
"THE EVENT" Live music with "THE VOLTS" Band and DJ / Decks at
Deaf Hill Community Centre (welfare) Trimdon Station on
Saturday March 26th 7pm - 10pm
This is a FREE Event for 13 - 19 yr olds and is in response to a Youth Survey...

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11

March
2011

Superfunk Roller Disco at Seaham Youth Centre

Superfunk Roller Disco at Seaham Youth Centre

Skate the night away at the Superrfunk Roller Disco at Seaham Youth Centre!...

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02

March
2011

Bringing the Big Screen Experience to your Doorstep

Bringing the Big Screen Experience to your Doorstep

Harry, Ron and Hermione set out on their perilous mission to track down and destroy the secret to Voldemort's immortality and destruction -- the Horcruxes. On their own, without the guidance of their professors or the protection of Professor Dumbledore, the three friends must now rely on one another...

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22

February
2011

MY,MY,MY .................

MY,MY,MY .................

last week I was invited to the launch party for the new health bus called Delilah.  The launch was held at the Market Vaults in Durham and it was great to meet Delilah at last.  Delilah will operate mostly in the Durham and Chester-le-Street areas but also in other parts of the County.&nbs...

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Paul

02

February
2011

A record year for The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

A record year for The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Last week I attended the Award Committee's AGM.  It was great to hear what the Award Groups in the County have achieved in the past year.  Overall we have had a brilliant year with the highest ever number of young people in the County participating in the Award and a record number of&...

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Paul

24

January
2011

Moodi Million on Facebook

Moodi Million on Facebook

Whatever your mood, you can talk about it with ChildLine. They’re there 24 hours a day online at www.childline.org.uk and by phone on 0800 1111.
 
Happy? Sad? Angry? Ok? Taking time to notice what’s on our minds can really help deal with feelings. However you are feeling, ChildLin...

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19

January
2011

Win a Mini Flip-Camcorder!!!!!

Win a Mini Flip-Camcorder!!!!!

 
TEENWATCH is a short film aimed at young women to raise awareness of alcohol related harm, and promote sensible drinking messages. The film, based on a well known wildlife programme, uses humour and 'fly on the wall' drama to pass on information and advice.
 
TEENWATCH can be viewed o...

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23

December
2010

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas

Get Out There would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. See you in 2011....

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10

December
2010

Easington Presentation

Easington Presentation

The Easington Area Presentation evening was held last night in the luxurious surroundings of Shotton Hall.  Young people from across the area were presented with certificates recognising their progress in the last year.  Presentations were made by Pam Bloomfield and Paul Hebron.  The ...

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Paul

03

December
2010

Snow Joke

Snow Joke

I thought last year was a one off?  That's what the experts said.  Inevitably some youth work sessions are being cancelled.  Please give your youth centre or project a ring to check if sessions are operating.
I was planning a visit to the TCR Hub this week because it is really close ...

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Paul

24

November
2010

Get Out There - There's an APP. for that

Get Out There - There's an APP. for that

Do you have the latest Apple technology?
 
If you have, then now you can download and play your FREE APP, made specially for GET OUT THERE.INFO.
 
Are you the karate king, a super scuba or stormin' skateboarder? With our new APP you will be able to test your skills in an electroni...

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05

November
2010

The Youth Work That Works Awards!

The Youth Work That Works Awards!

 
The Youth Work Awards were being held last night, and I like many of you reading this had the pleasure of attending them.
 
The evening got underway with 100’s of children and young people gathering in the Council Chambers with the youth workers at County Hall; following a ...

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04

November
2010

Mobile Cinema for Durham

Mobile Cinema for Durham

Durham Area Action Partnership is thinking about bringing cinema where it has never been before by bringing the latest blockbuster DVD released movies direct to community centres around Durham.
Take our short questionnaire to tell us what you think...

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02

November
2010

Bringing the Big Screen Experience to your Doorstep

Bringing the Big Screen Experience to your Doorstep

Following Bella’s ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers E...

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October
2010

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October
2010

Bringing the Big Screen Experience to your Doorstep

Bringing the Big Screen Experience to your Doorstep

Come and join Woody and Buzz once again. They had accepted that their owner Andy would grow up someday, but what happens when that day arrives? In the third instalment, Andy is preparing to depart for college, leaving his loyal toys troubled about their uncertain future....

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October
2010

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September
2010

Promo Prize Comp

Promo Prize Comp

Okay loads of you must have www.getoutthere.info stuff lying around from T-shirts to pencils, ice scrapers to water bottles, love hearts to jelly beans!  The competition is to send in a photo showing a piece of www.getoutthere merchandise in a strange place or getting up to something ...

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September
2010

Free Leisure Events!

Free Leisure Events!

 
Do you fancy being able to go to the gym for free while also getting some free fitness training - see if you like it?
 
How about a free game of badminton – you might enjoy it?
 
You could try a ‘swim-fit’ exercise and you never know it could be fun!
 
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09

September
2010

Parkside Community Allotment

Parkside Community Allotment

Young people have been actively involved in the Re - Launch / Development of our Community Allotment. They have took on responsibilities on a weekly basis to water, weed, plant new crops and and keeping the Allotment clean and tidy. This was a new experience to most of the young people which has pro...

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09

September
2010

Parkside Community Variety Show

Parkside Community Variety Show

Young people from our Senior Group worked together to improve their own skills before passing them on to other young people.This was in preparation of taking part in the Centre's Variety Show. They raised enough funds to hire a Drama and Singing Coach to work within their youth sessions. Their idea ...

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Brenda

09

September
2010

Area Cycle Challenge

Area Cycle Challenge

Young people from across  the Easington Area have worked together on a training programme in preparation for a Cycle Challenge from North Shields to Berwick (90 miles) . This Group is made up of young people of all ages, gender and abilities. Throughout the whole process they were very supporti...

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Brenda

03

September
2010

Get on There

Get on There

Can I say a big public thankyou to everyone who been promoting www.getoutthere.info over the last couple of months especially the CYPS communications team and from the PAYP Team, Martin Lahiffee and Gemma Greenwood.  It's working!!  Site visits had dropped to 647 in June but incr...

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Paul

28

July
2010

Win Prizes

Win Prizes

Tell us what you think of Help4Teens
 
We're really interested to hear what you have to say about our site, so please take our survey below and let us know what you think.
 
There's more... for completing our survey you could be in with a chance of winning £20 of H...

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28

July
2010

Grass on the Roof

Grass on the Roof

My summer visits continued with a visit to the TCR Hub in Barnard Castle.  Building work is progressing well.  The stairs are now in place, the entrace walls completed and yes the grass is on the roof.
The HUB will be a fantastic facility when it is completed, I can't wait for the officia...

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Paul

19

July
2010

getoutthere this summer

getoutthere this summer

I have been recieving information about the summer programmes that the Youth Clubs, Youth Centres and Youth Projects are offering for young people and as always it is a fantastic programme with all kinds of different activities, trips and visits.  Why not contact your local youth project t...

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Paul

08

July
2010

An Award for Having Fun?

An Award for Having Fun?


Written by Victoria McGarley  (Aged 16)

 
Newton Aycliffe Youth Centre are running courses for people to complete the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. This is a fantastic thing because it has three different levels (Gold, Silver & Bronze) which mean teenagers of all ages and exper...

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29

June
2010

ChesterFest

ChesterFest

ChesterFest
ChesterFest is Chester-le-Street’s 1st Open Air Young People’s Music Festival to be held at Riverside Park, with doors opening at 11.00am and the festivities going on until 8.00pm. The event organisers are bringing together young talented musicians from around the district a...

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23

June
2010

World Cup Wonders

World Cup Wonders

Today I visited Bowburn Youth Project which is one of 15 Youth Centres that have been showing the England matches.  At last the England football team found some form and beat Slovenia to set up a last 16 match against Germany. There was a great atmosphere at Bowburn wit...

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Paul

09

June
2010

Another Brick in the Wall

Another Brick in the Wall

I have recently had the opportunity to visit the TCR Hub site.  It was fantastic to see the plans turning into reality.
If you want to support the project you can buy a brick.  They only cost £5.  If you want to be part of this wonderful project contact Keith Jones at TCR 01833...

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Paul

24

May
2010

A little bit of Brazil!

A little bit of Brazil!

It's not just the weather in Peterlee that has been Brazilian recently.  The Music Group at Peterlee Youth Centre have been learning how to drum Brazilian style.  Last week I went to see the group, called Urban Rhythm, perform and they were fantastic.  If you get the chance ...

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Paul

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May
2010

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14

April
2010

ZUMBA! ...Get hooked on working out!

ZUMBA! ...Get hooked on working out!

Experience the fusion of hypnotic Latin inspired rhythms and dynamic moves that is Zumba!...

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01

April
2010

Activities over the Easter holidays

Activities over the Easter holidays

See what's going on in your area.....

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29

March
2010

Spennymoor Area Action Partnership

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19

March
2010

Tell Us.... We have a winner!

Tell Us.... We have a winner!

Congratulations to Rachel Stabler, you have won £30 of WHSmith vouchers in the tell us competition.... Well done Rachel, your vouchers are in the post!!!
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Connexions County Durham are offe...

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March
2010

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March
2010

Youth Work That Works Awards

Youth Work That Works Awards

Young people from Parkside Youth Group won the Area Award for Youth Work That Works in November 2009. Their Project was 'Taste of Culture'       Well Done!...

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Brenda

04

March
2010

Presentation Night

Presentation Night

Easington Area Rep Group planned and hosted a Presentation Night at Shotton Hall in Peterlee in December 2009. Each young person had a role throughout the evening which helped to make this a special occasion for all young people from across the District who received recognition for their achievement...

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Brenda

04

March
2010

Parkside Youth Group London Residential Feb 17 - 19th 2010

Parkside Youth Group London Residential Feb 17 - 19th 2010

Young people enjoyed the 'London Experience'. They had planned this Residential following a Peer Led 'Equality & Diversity' Project. The programme gave them an opportunity to explore England's Capital. They visited The British Museum, saw two West End Shows (Oliver & Hairspray), and took a b...

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Brenda

22

February
2010

Who am I?

Who am I?

Hello - A lot to catch up on although it's still winter!  Much has happened not least a new member of staff.  Lisa has left us for a new life but I'm sure she will still be having a look at getoutthere so hello Lisa.
Our new person is called Scott Mason and I'm sure Scott will be communic...

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posted by
Paul

14

January
2010

Durham County Council Positive Activities...

Durham County Council Positive Activities...

What does the positive activities team in the Council do?
Click here to see more information about what they can do for you and photos of young people enjoying positive activities......

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GetOutThere

05

January
2010

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all readers.  I hope you all had a brilliant holiday.  The snow has been brilliant fantastic for sledging although it's not so great for travelling to work.  I don't think I will be visiting any youth projects this week!  I did however attend three events t...

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Paul

18

December
2009

Congratulations - we have a winner!!

Congratulations to Lauren Smith from Barnard Castle.
She is the winner of the Youth Service user survey prize draw.
Her prize is an ipod nano that is on its way as you read.
Well Done Lauren.
from Martin...

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Martin

14

December
2009

At least the Young People Look Healthy!

At least the Young People Look Healthy!

I was not greatly impressed to be informed that my last blog, "Being Healthy" is posted alongside a picture of me looking rather unhealthy!  And I chose that picture as it was so much better than the windswept one.
Anyway I am going to try to put up a picture of young people at the Dales prese...

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Paul

11

December
2009

Updating your activities

If you need to update your activities we can provide you with a login for our administration area: www.getoutthere.info/admin
If you need your login details please email info@getoutthere.info
Please find below a short manual to help you use the administration area or if you require assistance ple...

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01

December
2009

Your Youth Centre NEEDS you!

Your Youth Centre NEEDS you!

Why not try out your local Youth Centre.. you might be suprised - to search for youth centres click here and type in 'youth club' or 'youth centre' ...
If you would like more information on positive activities for young people in County Durham please visit the Durham County Council website her...

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30

November
2009

Being Healthy

Being Healthy

On Thursday evening I attended the Dales area presentation evening at Frosterley Village Hall. I met old friends from Wolsingham Youth Club and Stanhope Duke of Edinburgh Award group and also some new ones from West Durham Community Resources Boxing Club, Jackass Youth Theatre and the internati...

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posted by
Paul

27

November
2009

Youth Opportunity Fund

Youth Opportunity Fund

                 
 
Is lack of money stopping you from taking part in an activity?

Would you and some friends like to go residential, but can’t afford to go?

Would you and some friends like to learn street dance but there isn’t a...

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posted by
Martin

24

November
2009

Shelby and Lauren tell us about White Water rafting and Kayaking...

Shelby and Lauren tell us about White Water rafting and Kayaking...

Shelby and Lauren who attend Spennymoor Youth Centre went White water rafting and Kayaking on Sunday 15th November on the Washburn in Yorkshire, read on to hear about the fun they had...
Kayaking was wicked and so was the white water rafting. It was fun learning different skills and playing games, ...

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November
2009

Sam, Ben and Matty go Kayaking...

Sam, Ben and Matty go Kayaking...

Sam, Ben and Matty who attend Spennymoor Youth Centre went Kayaking in the Washburn, Yorkshire...
We enjoyed the two days kayaking.:) At first it was difficult but when we got the hang of it, it became more easier and more enjoyable....

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November
2009

Do you want your activity featured on the Get Out There website?...Competition poster...

Get your activities featured on the Get Out There website….
How?: The Get Out There website is offering all young people the opportunity to WIN £10 HMV vouchers and Get Out There goodies. To do this they just have to write a short piece about activities that they do in their spare time...

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19

November
2009

Bowburn, Millbank and Wolsingham (again)

Bowburn, Millbank and Wolsingham (again)

Last night I visited two youth projects.  At Bowburn Youth Project the girls group were meeting and planning an open day and an activity programme leading up to Christmas which includes ski-ing, a cinema visit, ice skating and a visit to a restaurant.  I also visited Millbank Youth Cl...

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November
2009

Youth Work that Works 2009

Youth Work that Works 2009

Last week the Youth Service held our annual presentation evening.  350 young people and youth workers from all over County Durham got together at the Durham Centre in Belmont to celebrate the high quality youth work that has taken place over the past year.  Each area has two winning projec...

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18

November
2009

5 x £10 hmv vouchers up for grabs!!!

5 x £10 hmv vouchers up for grabs!!!

We are offering young people the chance to WIN £10 hmv vouchers!!! and lots of Get Out There goodies for the runners up!!!
If you would like to win a voucher here's what you have to do:
Write a short piece of text about your experiences of 'getting out there' for our website blog...- You cou...

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November
2009

Opportunity for Young People aged 16-25

Opportunity for Young People aged 16-25

Young Unltd: Youth Leadership Team  UnLtd is currently looking for young people aged 16-25 who would like the opportunity to join one of their Youth Leadership Teams, working with Young UnLtd in preparation of launching an exciting new national programme. The programme gives young people t...

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13

November
2009

Anti Bullying Week Competition...

Anti Bullying Week Competition...

16-20 November 2009  To help mark National Anti-bullying Week 2009, the Anti-bullying Service is running an art competition for all children and young people who live in County Durham. The winning and runner-up entries will feature in the new version of the Durham County Council Anti-bullying P...

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12

November
2009

Roof Proof

Roof Proof

Sorry about the disappearing act.  But somebody mentioned the blog yesterday and kind of hinted that it was okay.  Wow.... so I'm back.  I promised evidence of the roof at Pelton well every picture tells a story.  How good is that.  The picture was taken a couple of wee...

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12

November
2009

Alice Gent tells us about her experiences at the 'Tyne Tour'

Alice Gent tells us about her experiences at the 'Tyne Tour'

'This weekend I went to Tyne Tour (the UK's largest kayaking gathering).  I did Wordens Gorge it was exciting but cold, I had good fun and a good laughs.  Loved winding the instructors up.  I didn't like getting cold because I had to get off the water early because I was told to becau...

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October
2009

Your views have been noticed!!!

Your views have been noticed!!!

Recently we asked young people to fill in a survey about things to do and places to go in County Durham. Over 1000 of you responded! and thank you all very much for your participation!
The outcome of your responses have had a massive impact on the future of things to do for young people in County D...

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27

October
2009

Aerobathon!!

Aerobathon!!

The first NSPCC North’s biggest Aerobathon takes place Monday 9 November 2009 6.00pm - 8.00pm
This will be a 2 hour workout with a qualified instructor. Over 70 leisure centres will be taking part in the North East and Yorkshire.! Come along and take part! To register you can click here ...

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26

October
2009

Dodgeball club at Freemans Quay!

Dodgeball club at Freemans Quay!

Dodgeball is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK! It's fast, it' furious and loads of fun!.
A great team game and for once, it really is ok to throw balls at other people just for the fun of it! Our UK Dodgeball Association qualified coaches will show you the techniques and teach you the ru...

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October
2009

WIN Flamingoland tickets!!!!

WIN Flamingoland tickets!!!!

WIN Flamingoland tickets to use before the 1st November 2009 - All you have to do is tell us what you think of the Get Out There website!
Email: info@getouthere.info NOW!!!
Quick get your entry in now before those tickets get snapped up!!!...

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21

October
2009

FREE! Come along and try lots of activities...24th October 2009

FREE! Come along and try lots of activities...24th October 2009

Aged between 11 and 19 years?
Live in Brandon, Meadowfield, Bowney, Brancepeth or Langley Moor? If this answer is YES then this is for you!!
Come along and try our lots of activities such as Football, Cricket, Martial Arts, Health and Beauty, Climbing or Cicuit training and lots more!
Remember it...

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21

October
2009

What will you do in Half Term?!

What will you do in Half Term?!

There's lots going on in your area.. please download the brochure for your area to see what's going on!......

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07

October
2009

Wolsingham Youth Club

Wolsingham Youth Club

A big thank you to the workers (Maxine, Stacy and Peter) and young people at Wolsingham Youth Club who made me very welcome when I visited last week.  The Youth Club only recently re-opened in a new (but old) building that is being refurbished.  The young people have raised money and decor...

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05

October
2009

Young People from Parkside Youth Group win competition!

Young People from Parkside Youth Group win competition!

Three Young people from Parkside Youth Group in Seaham won a competition to design a poster against Domestic Voilence. This was organised by the Youth Forum who presented them with their prizes!!
Diane Cameron - 15 years old (pictured left)Kayliegh Thomson - 14 years oldJordon Bates - 15 years old
...

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05

October
2009

Parkside Youth Group member achieves Platinum Award...

Parkside Youth Group member achieves Platinum Award...

Kayly Wiffen, aged 18 years old from Parkside Youth Group has achieved her Platinum Youth Achievement Award. Her personal development plan included completing Level 1 Youth Work Course, becoming a Peer Educator, Organising a Residential and giving a Presentation to Management Committee members.
Wel...

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01

October
2009

Youth Club Visits

Youth Club Visits

Tonight I will be in the Dales area visiting youth work projects in Wear Valley and Weardale.  I have just looked at the timetable and I have a choice of projects including Stanhope Youth Club, the youth club at Frosterley Village Hall.  A music session at Tow Law Community Centre, drop in...

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17

September
2009

Christmas Card Competition...!!

Christmas Card Competition...!!

Durham Police Authority has launched a Festive Greeting Card competition, available for all children and young people to enter within County Durham and Darlington.
The Police Authority is an independent body responsible for ensuring Durham Constabulary delivers an efficient and effective police ser...

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16

September
2009

The roof is on!

The roof is on!

Okay I haven't blogged for a while.  I was being stubborn, no updates until I had a comment but I have cracked.  No comments makes me sad but I am taking the positives since my ramblings about cricket we now have two cricket clubs listed on getouthere.  So either someone is readi...

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27

August
2009

Get Out There at West Rainton this weekend! - FREEBIES!!!

Get Out There at West Rainton this weekend! - FREEBIES!!!

Hi everyone!
This weekend - Saturday 29th August from 10am-4pm, we will be giving away Get Out There goodies at the West Rainton open day! Come along to find out more information about Get Out There and Connexions - The advice, guidance and Information service for County Durham.
Where?: Jubilee Ha...

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07

August
2009

WINNERS OF GET OUT THERE GOODIES...

WINNERS ANNOUNCED!!!!...
Please see below for the winner's of this months Get Out There goody bags, if you see your name below please email us at info@getoutthere.info with your full name and address and we will get your prize sent out to you...
WINNERS:Jade LeatherJosh CilkeKatie ThompsonTiffany ...

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27

July
2009

Not boring at Pelton and Mid Durham Projects Club

Not boring at Pelton and Mid Durham Projects Club

On Friday night I visited Pelton Youth Project.  At the moment the youth club is taking place in an old communal room.  It's not ideal but the young people and workers are just getting on with it.  In December the project will have a brand new building called Room 14.  The p...

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23

July
2009

Summer Activities for your region....

Summer Activities for your region....

Download the different brochure's to find out what's going on in your region......

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21

July
2009

Boring Blog not!

Boring Blog not!

As you will have noticed both the website and the blog section have been updated and much improved.
The blogs are being expanded we have, we think, a couple of youth workers who are going to begin bloging and we are looking for young people who would like to give it a go.
My blogs came to an end b...

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Paul

20

July
2009

Contact Us

If you have any queries about the Get Out There website please contact us on info@getoutthere.info.
Post: Get Out ThereAykley Heads House Aykley Heads DurhamDH1 5TS
Email: info@getoutthere.info
Tel: 0191 3707820...

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20

July
2009

About Us

Bored and fed up? Want to try something new? Are you 13 or over?
Get Out There and have a go! www.getoutthere.info is the Young person’s website for things to do and places to go in County Durham.
 
On the website you will find activities which are from sources such as the local autho...

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20

July
2009

Why don't we get credits to use on the Get Out There website anymore?

Why don't we get credits to use on the Get Out There website anymore?

As you should be aware the empowering young people project was a pilot which meant that the spending credits were only for a limited period.  We were always very aware of this and made every effort to ensure that everyone who was on the programme understood this.
Part of the work of the pilot ...

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17

July
2009

Blogs from Young People..

Blogs from Young People..

Would you like write for the Get Out There website?
Hi everyone!
We had a 'Get Out There' meeting yesterday and one of the things we though we be good to see on the website is a 'blog' from young people who do activities in County Durham.
Maybe you took part in the pilot sheme and would like to w...

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15

July
2009

Youth Advisory Board launches Virtual Portal

Youth Advisory Board launches Virtual Portal

Do you have opinions you want heard? Do you have questions you want answered?!
In March 2008 a regional Youth Advisory Board was set up. Our aim is to work with young people from across the North East aged 14 to 19 on education and issues facing young people. We have a group of 25 young people from...

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15

July
2009

Summer Holidays - What's on in Willington and Crook!

Summer Holidays - What's on in Willington and Crook!

Why not try out some street dancing or some aquatic activities! - There's lots to do this summer in Willington and Crook for young people and all the family!!
Download the brochure to see everything that's on!...
 
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14

July
2009

Durham County Leisure

Durham County Leisure

An action packed programme of activities has been lined up to help make the most of the summer holidays.
Are you looking for something to do this summer? Look no further, we have something for everyone in our fun packed summer programme.
Come along and try a variety of sports in our leisure centre...

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13

July
2009

Spot the Get Out There logo on a bus and WIN a prize!

Spot the Get Out There logo on a bus and WIN a prize!

Yes, you could WIN an ipod shuffle... at the moment the Get Out There logo is on buses is on the sides of buses Durham. If you spot one of these just email us at info@getoutthere.info telling us what numbers bus you saw the logo on. We will then enter you into a prize draw to WIN an ipod shuffle! Wi...

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26

June
2009

WINNER ANNOUNCED - WIN four tickets to Flamingo Land!

WINNER ANNOUNCED - WIN four tickets to Flamingo Land!


WINNER ANNOUNCED!!!!...
The Winner of 4 Flamingo Land tickets is: William Patton - Please contact us to claim your prize at info@getoutthere.info....

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We are giving away four ticket...

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26

June
2009

FREE SWIMMING FOR ALL UNDER 18!

FREE SWIMMING FOR ALL UNDER 18!

SWIM 4 FREE if you are 18 years old or under - Check out the link below for details....

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25

June
2009

Sign up now and WIN an ipod shuffle...

Sign up now and WIN an ipod shuffle...

To celebrate the Get Out There Open Weekend on 10th-11th July we are giving away an brand spanking new ipod shuffle...
Just quote the promo code OW1 or OW2 when you sign up and get the chance to WIN an ipod shuffle.. Sign up now!.... 
Winner will be announced after the Get Out There weekend o...

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23

June
2009

Being a Young Person in County Durham

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June
2009

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June
2009

Would you like to add an event or become a registered service Provider on get out there?

If you have an event for young people you'd like to advertise on this website simply go to our 'add events' page where you can fill in a simple form - We will them approve the event if appropriate and it will appear for young people to see straight away!
If you have a whole range of activities w...

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18

June
2009

Win a DS Lite

For your chance to win, watch the podcast "Being a Young Person in County Durham"
Then complete the online survey Things to do Places to go survey 2009, tell us your views on whats available for Young People now and what you would like to see for the future.
Good Luck...

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About this blog

Get out there.info is the young person's directory for Things to Do, and Places to Go in the County Durham area. In this 'blog' area you can find all the latest info on our competitions, watch podcasts of local activities or read about the latest stuff the Get out there team is doing for you. Make sure you keep coming back - Get out there is always evolving! and remember we always need your suggestions so we can make this website even better for you!