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March 18, 2019Young people can access free, fun activities across Renfrewshire throughout the school holidays as Street Stuff hosts its popular Spring Break programme.
Gaming and sports activities will be available for ages eight and above, with a free healthy meal thrown into the bargain too.
Activities will take place every weekday between Monday 1 April and Friday 12 April, with all young people welcome to go along and take part.
Young people can go along to activities on:
Monday 1 and 8 April (1.30pm-4.30pm)
Gleniffer HS and McMaster Centre Johnstone
Tuesday 2 and 9 April (1.00-5.00pm)
St Mirren FC Airdome
Wednesday 3 and 10 April (1.00-5.00pm)
St Mirren FC Airdome
Thursday 4 and 11 April (1.00-5.00pm)
St Mirren FC Airdome
Friday 5 and 12 April (1.30pm-4.30pm)
Linwood HS and St James PS Renfrew
Consent forms should be filled out in advance where possible, although they will be provided at the young person’s first session.
The programme marks the start of Street Stuff’s 10th anniversary celebrations which will be marked with a series of events throughout the year, beginning with a launch event at the Simple Digital Arena on 4 April.
Councillor Marie McGurk, Convener of Renfrewshire Council’s Communities, Housing and Planning Policy Board, said: “The Street Stuff programme is a chance for young people to stay active over the school holidays, make new friends and get involved in sport and other fun activities.
“There’s also a free meal available at each session to keep their energy up for all the activities.
“So if you’re searching for something to keep them occupied during the break, everyone is welcome at Street Stuff.”
Street Stuff is a diversionary project run in partnership between Renfrewshire Council, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Engage Renfrewshire and St Mirren Football Club.
The programme began in 2009 in Renfrewshire contributing to a reduction in youth disorder and anti-social behaviour by 75 percent over the first five years with a sustained reduction of 65 percent.
For more information, visit www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/streetstuff.
