YOUth Matter
Weekly activities just for YOUth from 12 to 18 years old!
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1600 - 1900 Monday
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Kingston Military Family Resource Centre
We are offering youth, age 12 to 18, from military families the opportunity to engage in and learn about mindfulness! The first hour will be focused on mindfulness/open discussion, followed by the chance to participate in fun activities with peers! Youth can then engage with their peers with both planned and unplanned activities each week! An after-school snack will also be offered as part of the drop-in.
Each week will start with the chance to engage in fun, learning activities related to your mental health and wellness!
Sign up for one or more activities by completing the form below!
Upcoming sessions:
March:
🎓 March 31:
Join us for a special session with St. Lawrence College, where a current student will share insights into college life to help prepare YOUth for post-secondary education.
📍 Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📌 Note: Registration required.
April:
📅 April 7 – Mario Madness! 🎮
Race through Mario Kart or challenge friends in Mario Party while building teamwork skills! Open from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📅 April 14 – NEW! YOUth Mind Matters Night 🧠💬
Join us for an evening focused on mental wellness and connection. No registration is required, and snacks will be provided! Drop in anytime between 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
📅 April 21 – No YOUth Matter – Happy Easter! 🐣🌸
📅 April 28 – Mini-Putt & Game Simulators at The Bunker ⛳🕹️
Meet us at BGC Southeast (1300 Bath Road) at 4:00 PM for an evening of mini-putt and gaming on The Bunker’s new simulators! Pick-up at 7:00 PM. Registration required.
May:
🧠 May 5 – YOUth Mind Matters Night
Join us for an engaging night focused on mental health topics that matter to YOUth! Each month features interactive activities, videos, and discussions designed to help you navigate challenges and build resilience.
📍 Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
✨ May 12 – The Power of Positivity
Discover the impact of positive affirmations and how they can boost your mindset! The YOUth Matter team will guide you through fun exercises to explore the benefits of affirmations, and you’ll even get to create your own personalized art piece to take home.
📍 Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
🌟 May 19 – No YOUth Matter
Enjoy the holiday—we’ll see you next time!
👨🍳 May 29 – Budget-Friendly Cooking Night
Love to cook? This is your chance to get in the kitchen at the Spiritual Fitness Centre and prepare a delicious, budget-friendly meal with staff supervision. Plus, you’ll take home the recipe so you can recreate it anytime!
📍 Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📌 Note: Registration required.
June:
🏀 June 2 – Sports Night at the KMFRC
Kick off summer with our first-ever Sports Night at the KMFRC gym! Try out a variety of sports, challenge your friends, and enjoy some friendly competition. Snacks included!
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📌 Registration required
🌈 June 9 – Pride Parade Planning Night
YOUth Matter and the YOUth Matter Advisory Committee will be joining the Kingston Pride Parade, and we need your help to plan our entry! Join us to get creative, brainstorm ideas, and prepare for the big day. Snacks included!
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎉 June 14 – Kingston Pride Parade
It’s time to show our Pride! YOUth participating in the parade will meet at a TBD downtown location—stay tuned for updates on time and meeting details.
🧠 June 16 – NEW! YOUth Mind Matters Night
Take time to focus on mental wellness and connection at our new YOUth Mind Matters Night. No registration is required—just drop in and join the conversation. Snacks provided!
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🌈 June 23 – YOUth Matter Pride Night
We’re continuing our Pride Month celebrations with a special Pride Night! Join us as we welcome Kingston Pride Inc. for an engaging presentation, followed by Pride-themed activities and crafts. Snacks included!
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📌 Registration required
🍽 Bonus: Each session includes a snack!
We are looking forward to seeing you! 🥳
