Your Space is an opportunity for young people to connect with the Youth Services team and other young people from Glen Eira.
Your Space
Drop-in program
When: Weekly on Monday and Wednesdays from 4pm to 5.30pm
Where: Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub, 161 Jasper Road, Bentleigh
Who: 10 to 17-year-olds who live, work or study in Glen Eira
Drop-in is a social program where young people take part in different activities, programs and events throughout the year. A new theme for the program is introduced each term and they vary throughout the year.
Drop-in is a safe space where young people can further build on their social skills through a diverse range of programs. These programs are designed to assist young people with furthering their connection to the area they work, live and study in.
Check out the 2024 drop-in themes:
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Monday, 4pm–5.30pm |
Wednesday, 4pm–5.30pm |
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Term 1 |
Press Start |
Green Thumb |
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Term 2 |
Youth Sports Society |
Hand Writer’s Tale |
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Term 3 |
Hand Writer’s Tale |
Press Start |
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Term 4 |
Green Thumb |
Youth Sports Society |
Press Start
Press Start is a social gaming experience where you'll learn healthy gaming habits such as effective time management and teamwork whilst playing multi-player games. Not only do Press Start participants try a variety of PS4, Xbox, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and tabletop games each week, they also have a chance to share common interests and connect with other young people.
Hand Writer’s Tale
Hand Writers Tale is designed to launch creative ideas and worlds through storytelling. Participants will learn how to develop their spark and skillset to express their ideas and tales through using a pen and a creative mindset.
Green Thumb
If you have an interest in the environment and all things green join Green Thumbs. These sessions aim to raise awareness and introduce aspects of horticulture and environmental sustainability to young people through a range of engaging activities such as pot planting, recyclable art and guest speakers.
Youth Sports Society
If you are interested in making friends and keeping active, join Youth Sports Society. These sessions aim to increase participation in physical activity and provide a safe space for young people to explore and learn new sports.
Register your interest below.
The Hub Social
Have some downtime in between classes? Or just need somewhere to hang for the morning?
Hub Social is a weekly program that allows you to hang out and connect with other young people and Youth Workers while playing games and eating free food.
When: Every Friday during Uni (23 Feb–31 May) 10am–11am
Where: Caulfield East Reserve Pavillion
Who: Young People 18 to 25-year-olds
Cost: FREE
Register your interest below.
