Spring programme 2015

THE STATION. www.thestationbristol.org.uk

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THE STATION IS GOING GREEN!

Introduction Welcome to The Station side of the CYN Spring Programme 2015.

The Station is CYN’s city centre youth hub and we are thrilled to be taking part and celebrating Bristol as Europe’s Green Capital 2015!

Over the next year our programmes will be fit to bursting with events, exhibitions, courses and sessions for young people to think, discuss and engage with the topic of sustainability in a creative and fun way.

From fashion courses that encourage you to reuse, to digital projects that will inspire change for the future, even look out for changes to the venue itself.

Let’s start 2015 with a big GREEN bang!

From the all at CYN and The Station.

HAVE YOUR SAY ON The future of our programme!

WIN TICKETS TO SEE A SHOW!

One of the ways we’re thinking of going greener at CYN is by reducing the amount of printed programmes we create over the year. Before we stop printing completely, we want to hear from you – how would you best like to know what’s going on at CYN? We’ve created a simple online questionnaire that we would love for you to fill in.

Those that fill it in will be entered into a prize draw to win theatre tickets to a suitably green themed production of ‘Alice in Wasteland’ at The Station this May.

To let us know what you think visit www.cynfeedback.org.uk 2

Contents Creative Careers – Fashion Styling and Upcycling Film Making Group Studio 7 Live Music Fashion Fridays Street Circus Dance Company Future City Drama Company Half Term Activities Creative Careers – Music Production Pinch Theatre Residency One Love Dance Party The Clash Youth Response to Climate Change Exhibition Chris Drury Exhibition Young Bristol Exhibition UWE Exhibition The Voice WECIL Groups for Young Disabled People BME Forum The Care and After Drop In Basement Studios Sports Hub Friday’s The Chill The Drop!

We Are Bristol Bristol Green Capital Interview Coffee with a Cop The Crush Young Bristol C-Card Launch Part 2 The Kitchen Brook Sexual Health Clinic Bristol Nightstop

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How to get in touch You can write or visit us at THE STATION, SILVER STREET BRISTOL BS1 2AG Call us on 0117 204 7338 email us at: info@thestationbristol.org.uk Visit us online at www.thestationbristol.org.uk

Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/thestationbristol

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STATION MEMBERSHIP Sign up and be a member today and receive discounts on CYN events, activities and courses, as well as discounts on booking the facilities at The Station. For more info, email info@thestationbristol.org.uk

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TAKE PART CREATIVE CAREERS – FASHION STYLING AND UPCYCLING COURSE

FILM MAKING GROUP COURSE

THE FACTS

Artform? Fashion Ages? 16–25 Experience needed? Especially for those not in education or employment How often? Throughout January, 2 days a week When? 10am–4pm Contact us to find out the start date What do I need? Nothing, all equipment is provided How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below Creative Careers is a short course that will kick start your creative career and help you develop creative skills, gain a qualification, build your confidence and provide you with a progressional route. Throughout January, the course will be working with urban fashion designer, Dutty Girl, to teach you about fashion merchandising, upcycling and styling. Your work will be featured in St Peters Hospice shop windows across Bristol.

To find out more and book a place on this course email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

THE FACTS

Artform? Film Ages? 12–19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 12th Jan– 23rd March; 6:30–8:30pm How often? Every Monday What do I need? Nothing, all equipment is provided How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session Should I book? Yep, details below Join the Urban Arts Space Film Making group at The Station and work with a professional film maker on a weekly basis to direct, produce, edit and screen your own films. You’ll have the chance to learn about a range of film making techniques and genres so that you can make your own film. At the end of the term the films made will have their own film screening at The Showcase.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more or to book visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/filmmakinggroup

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TAKE PART STUDIO 7 COURSE

LIVE MUSIC COURSE

THE FACTS

Artform? Music Ages? 10 – 25 Experience needed? None How often? Every Tuesday When? 6–9pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up Studio 7 is for singers, rappers and musicians who want to develop confidence and engage in live performance.

We open a gateway into the music industry for you.

There is an open door policy, however there is an audition.

Just turn up and we’ll do it there in the session.

THE FACTS

Artform? Music Ages? 12 –19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 1 5th January– 26th March; 4:30– 6:30pm How often? Every Thursday How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session Should I book? Yep, details below Live Music is a ten week course for young musicians wanting to develop their musical skills – whether it be playing an instrument, writing lyrics or working with other musicians. The course is led by professional musicians and in The Station recording rooms. You can also achieve an Arts Award qualification just by attending.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more and to book visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/songwriting

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TAKE PART FASHION FRIDAYS COURSE

STREET CIRCUS DANCE COMPANY COURSE

THE FACTS

Artform: Fashion Ages? 12 –19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 16th January– 27th March; 6– 8pm How often? Every Friday How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session Should I book? Yep, details below

The Fashion Fridays sessions run at The Station and are an opportunity for young designers to create, upcycle, and learn tailoring and sewing skills alongside meeting and working with industry professionals. All of which create collections of work that are shown in a fashion show at the end of term. You will also get the opportunity to complete your Bronze or Silver Arts Award.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more and to book visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/fashionfridays

THE FACTS

Artform? Dance Ages? 12–19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 17th January–28th March, excl. half term; 5:30– 7:30 pm How often? Every Saturday How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session Should I book? Yep, details below

Street Circus is a combination of Street Dance with acrobatics and free running. This is a company for young dancers who want to develop a new and inspiring range of movement techniques with professional dancers. Street Circus will work towards performance opportunities throughout Bristol and end of term at The Showcase.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find our more and to book visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/streetcircus

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TAKE PART FUTURE CITY DRAMA COMPANY

HALF TERM ACTIVITIES YOUTH SERVICES

DRAMA WORKSHOP THE FACTS

Artform? Theatre Ages? 12– 16 Experience needed? None When? Wednesday 18th– Friday 20th February; 10:30am–4pm How often? Daily How much? £5… bursaries are available Should I book? Yep, details below An unnamed group of Time Travellers see the future of the land, where they encounter Recyclable City and Metal Detective Dogs – the rest of the story will be created by you, and it will place the green agenda and sustainability on a more creative and contemporary platform.

So come and flex those creative muscles, and work towards a devised performance using tools such as games, physical theatre, and storytelling. You will also get the chance to work with theatre school professionals from LAMDA to help create your show which you will then perform to an invited audience at the end of the final day.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more and to book visit www.thestationbristol.org.uk/FutureDrama

THE FACTS

Ages? 13–19 When? 1 7th & 19th February; 2– 4:30pm How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below

The Station team will be offering a variety of indoor and outdoor activities throughout half term. If you are looking to meet new people, build up your confidence, and try new things, come along.

There are limited places on these activities so be sure to book your place by either talking to us at The Station on 0117 2047388 or by emailing youth.services@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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TAKE PART CREATIVE CAREERS – MUSIC PRODUCTION

PERFORMANCE & EVENTS PINCH THEATRE RESIDENCY WORKSHOPS AND PERFORMANCES

COURSE

THE FACTS

Artform? Music Ages? 16–25 Experience needed? Especially for those not in education or employment When? Throughout March, 2 days a week; 10am–4pm Contact us to find out the start date How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below Creative Careers is a short course that will kick start your creative career and help you develop creative skills, gain a qualification, build your confidence and provide you with a progressional route. The course is running throughout March and is being led by Josh Tucker, from Temple Records’ Youth Music Label. You will get the chance to produce music, be mentored in live music practices and see working studios, as well as working towards having your music aired or performed live.

To find out more and book a place on this course email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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THE FACTS

Artform? Theatre Ages? Open to all When? For two weeks from the 9th February How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below PINCH are very excited to be Artists in Residence at The Station where they’ll be working on the second stage of their new show ‘Asking For It’ where two sets of women seek to find the best versions of themselves. At The Station you’ll be able to come and watch them in action during open rehearsals and they’ll also be holding a dance-theatre workshop on the themes of the piece. At the end of the residency PINCH will be sharing some of the things they’ve been working on; they’d love see you there. This residency is working up towards International Women’s Day on the 8th March, where elements of the work created during the residency will be shared.

To find out about open rehearsals, workshops and a scratch performance please email emily.bull@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

ONE LOVE DANCE PARTY YOUTH SERVICES

THE CLASH

YOUTH SERVICES

THE FACTS

Ages? 13–19 Experience needed? Nope When? 14th February; 5:30–8pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up Share the love of humankind at the One Love dance, an alternative valentines party for young people in Bristol.

Song requests will be taken, so we are able to play tracks that remind you of those who have made a difference in your lives.

There will also be games, workshops, refreshments and much more.

THE FACTS

Ages? 13–19 Experience needed? Nope When? Saturday 28th March; 5:30–8pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up

Organised by young people for young people, bringing you the best music on the youth urban music scene, with special guest performances. Come along and join in the fun. If you would like to DJ or MC and are under 19 years of age then sign up to take part in DJ and MC sessions that will get you a slot on the main stage.

If you would like to volunteer on the night or perform and earn yourself a v-Involved certificate please email: youth.services@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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EXHIBITION YOUTH RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE EXHIBITION

CHRIS DRURY EXHIBITION

EXHIBITION THE FACTS

Artform? Art Ages? Open to all When? 10th–31st January; 11am–6pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up This year Bristol celebrates as Green Capital of the Year and here at The Station we’re asking what that means to young people. This exhibition explores the answer to the question ‘What do young people in Bristol think of climate change?’ With a range of artworks and responses from young artists, this exhibition opens our Green Capital Programme. The exhibition will be open daily with a private view on Friday 9th from 6–7pm.

THE FACTS

Artform? Art Ages? Open to all When? 7th–28th February; 11am–6pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up In this solo exhibition of acclaimed British Land Art by Chris Drury, The Station will be exhibiting a series of his Antarctica prints amongst others, as well as blog entries.

Drury’s work focuses on natural phenomena, particularly between nature and science.

This exhibition is part of The Station programme within Bristol’s Green Capital of Europe 2015 project.

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EXHIBITION YOUNG BRISTOL EXHIBITION EXHIBITION

UWE EXHIBITION EXHIBITION

THE FACTS

Artform? Art Ages? Open to all When? 4th– 7th March; 11am–6pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up

The Creative Programme at Young Bristol has been working within its network of youth clubs, in secondary schools & through holiday art clubs to engage young people in high quality arts provision.

This work has been funded by a two-year Prospectus Grant from the Department for Education which has enabled Young Bristol to help young people improve their confidence, gain an Arts Award and other accreditation while improving links between community youth clubs and arts and cultural institutions in Bristol.

This exhibition will show some of the work that has been created as part of this programme with a widerange in work including puppets, animations, printmaking & sculpture.

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Artform? Art Ages? Open to all When? 14th March–4th April; 11am–6pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up

Creative students from University West of England will be using The Station’s gallery throughout March to curate an exhibition of their work in collaboration with Creative Youth Network. A private view for the exhibition will be taking place on Friday 6th March from 6–8pm.

To find out more about the exhibition and partnership visit www.thestationbristol.org.uk/UWEexhibition

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YOUTH GROUPS & FORUMS THE VOICE

YOUTH FORUM THE FACTS

WECIL GROUPS FOR YOUNG DISABLED PEOPLE YOUTH GROUP

Ages? 13 –19 Experience needed? No, but a passion, opinion and willingness to share is required!

When? The last Friday of the month as part of Friday’s The Chill How often? Ongoing How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below The Voice is a way to feedback on The Station’s programme and discuss issues and topics that are affecting young people in Bristol today. All packed into one suitcase is a variety of digital equipment for you to use and leave us your thoughts anonymously. Equally you can become a key player in The Voice and help us collect feedback from other young people by coming along to sessions that will be taking place towards the end of the month. ‘The Voice’ suitcase will be attending various events and activities at The Station. Why not book a session and have your Voice heard about things that matter to you as a young person.

To book, suggest a topic and get involved email Mark Newman on: mark.newman@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk or contact The Station on 0117 204 7338 See p.15 for more information about The Chill youth clubs.

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Ages? 13–19 & up to 25 if you have a learning difficulty When? Every other Monday; 6:45–9:15pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up The Listening Partnership invite speakers to talk to us about issues of interest and concern. We work on projects, including making a DVD and pieces of artwork.

Accessible transport for members attending meetings is provided if required.

To find out more contact The Station on 0117 204 7338 To find out more about WECIL and what they offer visit www.wecil.co.uk/pages/our-services/services-for-young-people

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YOUTH GROUPS & FORUMS BME FORUM YOUTH FORUM

THE CARE AND AFTER DROP IN YOUTH GROUP

THE FACTS

Ages? 13 –19 & up to 24 if you have a learning difficulty When? First Monday of every month; 5:30–8pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up The new BYL Youth Forum group will include a BME group who will discuss issues affecting Black, Minority Ethnic young people and take actions to influence changes. The sessions will also allow discussion around personal safety, activities, local services and community cohesion. We believe in bringing young people together to have a voice, influence decisions, debate on issues, plan events and advocate on behalf of other young people.

For more information contact Bev Headman-Fearon on 0117 352 5716 or email bev.headman-fearon@bristol.gov.uk

THE FACTS

Ages? 13 –19 When? Every Tuesday; 3:30– 6pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up For young people who are leaving care or have left care.

Come along to the Care and After drop in sessions and have a bite to eat, talk to social workers or youth workers, join the Care and After Forum, take part in activities or just chill out and meet other young people.

For more information email marlene.mcallister@bristol.gov.uk or call 07917 474693

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YOUTH GROUPS & FORUMS BASEMENT STUDIOS

SPORTS HUB

YOUTH GROUP

YOUTH GROUP

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Artform? Music Ages? 13 –21 When? Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7– 9:30pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up

Ages? 11–19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? Every Thursday 5:30–8pm How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below

Weekly youth clubs run by professional musicians and youth workers, where you can get involved in making music, whether it be vocal training, DJing or playing instruments. It’s a fun and welcoming environment, where you can also be with friends and get support.

Find out about Basement Studios at www.basementstudio.co.uk

Sports Hub will be celebrating the beginning of Green Capital year in style! Check out the new ‘Urban Movement’ programme, which will run throughout 2015 and explore different ways of moving around this city. Expect specialist workshops in skating, parkour, cycling, and running - all led by industry professionals. January will begin with the ‘walk these streets’ programme merging practical self-defence and fitness training. Spaces may be limited as this course will end with a certificate so pop-in soon to sign up! All this will be running alongside our standard activities in the sports hall which include table-tennis, badminton and a Nintendo Wii projected onto our HUGE screen!

We provide healthy refreshments at all sessions.

Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear.

Book onto one of the specialist courses by dropping into one of the sessions on a Thursday.

To find out more please email youth.services@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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YOUTH GROUPS & FORUMS FRIDAY’S THE CHILL YOUTH GROUP

WE ARE BRISTOL YOUTH GROUP

THE FACTS

Ages? 13 –19 When? Every Friday; 6:30–9pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up At our Friday’s Chill session you will have the opportunity to use a wide range of creative expressive arts from photography to music and even get to use The Station’s multi-media suite to edit and create. During February and March we will be running a Big Eco Art project with local artist Charlotte Chapman and Carol Sherman, which will inspire you to make work that will be shown in the gallery in April. The Crush, We are Bristol and The Voice will be part of these sessions.

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Ages? 13–19 When? Every Saturday; 5:30 – 8pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up The Drop continues to drop it hard and brings you dynamic vibrant flavourz to keep you entertained on your Saturdays nights. With monthly open mic night, music request night, film night as well as DJ night and skill sessions – which will give you an opportunity to get a set at THE CLASH, quarterly youth party.

As well as this we will be bringing you the opportunity to work with some of the best professional Urban musicians, spoken word and rap artists.

THE FACTS

Artform? Media Ages? 13 –19 Experience needed? Nope When? Every Friday at Friday’s The Chill sessions; 6:30–9pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up We Are Bristol: Revamped and coming at you bigger and better than before! We will be kicking off this opportunity to have your voice heard, share yours and others’ stories about being a young person in Bristol today. Take part in a variety of media workshops with us and learn everything you need to know about becoming a Big Live News Reporter. In partnership with ITV Fixers, this CYN Youth News platform will report on real issues and will be published online. We Are Bristol is launching on 30th January at The Station from 6.30–9pm.

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Pinch Theatre Residency One Love Dance Party The Clash Temple Records Gig CYN Spring Showcase

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Green Artists Artistic Excellence

Creative Careers (Fashion Styling and upcycling) Film Making Group Studio 7 Live Music Fashion Fridays Street Circus Dance Company Future City Drama Company Half Term Activities Creative Careers (Music Production) Music Production Photography Urban Artists Wildseed Studios Feature Film Auditions Arts Award Surgery

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Coffee with a Cop The Crush Young Bristol C-Card Launch Part 2 The Kitchen Brook Sexual Health Clinic Bristol Nightstop Future for Me

SERVICES AND SUPPORT

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Cameron Jones Finds out all there is to know about Green Capital 2015 Cameron Jones, a young volunteer and youth worker at CYN met Emma Williams, Neighbourhood Arts Programme Manager from Bristol Green Capital 2015 to find out what exactly Green Capital 2015 is, followed by meeting Sandy Hore-Ruthven, CEO from CYN to hear what they have in store for the big green year. Here’s how the interview went…

Cameron: What is Green Capital and what does it mean?

Emma: Every year a city in Europe is awarded and commissioned as the green capital of the year and in 2015 it’s Bristol. It’s the first time a city in the UK has been awarded it, so it’s very exciting. The city doesn’t have to be the greenest to start with but it does have to show a high interest in making changes to become greener.

Bristol Green Capital 2015 is making projects happen, which for Bristol means that we as a city will be watched across Europe. Locally it means that we have a real chance to make a difference.

There are going to be some really exciting projects happening over the year!

CJ: Ok, so how does it work?

EW: There are three major grant schemes available for organisations across Bristol to apply for. They will allow people to be able to run projects in communities around green issues.

There is also a Big Arts Council England led programme of arts happening across the city with international, national and local artists 18

taking part. There are events happening such as the Youth Summit taking place at The Station in April, that will invite young people to get involved in the debate. Look out for Shaun The Sheep across the city too as he’s getting involved. The role that Bristol Green Capital 2015 are playing is to provide the stage for everybody to then use it – it’s everyone’s stage.

I’m running projects in neighbourhoods across the city to help people find out more about green issues and how it affects them.

“It’s all about helping the next generation make change.”

CJ: What good is it going to do?

EW: Well the projects and events will be taking place throughout the whole of next year and through this partnerships will be made for organisations and individuals to make a pledge to become greener. The important stuff will

happen after 2015 when we will hopefully be greener and all the good work will remain.

CJ: It’s getting people to get out of their normal cycle to recycle! Sounds great. How can young people get involved?

cutting down our use of paper by a third, we’re working towards an online programme rather than a printed programme and we will also hopefully be painting the iconic doors at The Station green to visually represent our commitment to becoming greener.

EW: They can get involved in their local neighbourhood arts programmes, by coming to the Youth Summit or by volunteering – we’re organising a big volunteering programme just like the one for the London 2012 Olympics.

We’re looking for people to welcome others to the city, volunteer on events and become champions for the projects. Watch this space as there will be loads of ways to get involved, have their say and make a change, which is what it is all about.

CJ: As an organisation how is CYN working with Bristol Green Capital 2015?’

CJ: If young people have ideas how can Green Capital help, and is there funding to help them?

CJ: Brilliant, that’s a great idea. So, how can CYN help young people make a change and get involved?

EW: Green Capital 2015 is open to what people want to do and getting young people involved would be great! What they need to do is partner with an organisation like CYN who can help them make their project happen. Bristol Youth Summit is also the perfect opportunity for young people to voice their opinions and ideas at.

CJ: That’s really exciting. It’s all about helping the next generation make change. That’s great thanks Emma.

------Cameron: Hi Sandy, tell me, what’s CYN doing to help?

Sandy: There are 3 parts to what CYN are doing.

In no particular order, we’ve raised money to develop the courtyard site at The Station following on from young people’s feedback on how to make the space greener with planters, edible food and art installations. We’ve also started a group for young people to join, that is leading up to the Youth Summit at The Station in April. The group are helping to plan and organise the whole event. Thirdly, CYN is making 5 pledges to become greener. They are – to theme all of our delivery at youth clubs and in projects with green themes, to get 2015 young people to sign a pledge to be greener, we’re

SH-R: The Youth Summit is the biggest thing we’re working on at the moment in partnership with them. It will include ideas and opinions from young people and also present some ideas that have already been suggested, such as one idea from a young person about using local ingredients to make KFC style chicken to reduce transport for ingredients.

SH-R: The courtyard development is using young people’s ideas already so young people are already involved. For those that want to get involved they should come along to any of the CYN youth clubs or projects which are running throughout the year and can be found in our programme. We’re keen to get young people involved to challenge themselves and learn about actions they can take to be greener.

CJ: You’re helping young people build their knowledge about environmental issues. Many thanks to you both for your time. I came to the interviews not knowing much about Bristol Green Capital 2015 and now I am excited to be a part of the activities planned in the coming year.

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SERVICES & SUPPORT COFFEE WITH A COP YOUTH SERVICES THE FACTS

Ages? Open to all When? The last Thursday of every month How often? From January. Times will change each month, contact us to find out when it’s happening.

How much? FREE Should I book? No, but do contact us if you’d like to know more A member of the local Beat team will be at The Station and available for you to come in and have a confidential chat with, in a safe place. You can also raise any police issues that you may have, no matter where you live, whether it be in Bristol or Somerset (covered by the Avon and Somerset police).

Contact us at The Station on 0117 204 7338 or by emailing info@thestationbristol.org.uk

YOUNG BRISTOL YOUTH SERVICES THE FACTS

Ages? All ages When? Ongoing How often? Open daily Monday–Friday; 9am – 5pm How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below Young Bristol is based at The Station and is a youth-driven charity that works to offer a choice of opportunities and experiences for all young people. By working in partnership with a range of community-based youth clubs, and directly with young people through our programme of activities, we respond creatively to their needs and realise their capabilities. Join Young Bristol on their Facebook page and find out about all of the courses and opportunities running this term.

For more information pop into our office or contact info@youngbristol.com.

Visit www.youngbristol.com or like on Facebook www.facebook.com/worksforyoungpeople

THE CRUSH

YOUTH SERVICES THE FACTS

Ages? 13–19 When? 6th February– 20th March; 6:30 –9pm How often? Every Friday as part of Friday’s The Chill How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below Young people and domestic abuse – what’s The Truth?

Take part in a 8 week course to find out why teenage dating abuse is different to adult domestic abuse, it will offer support and empowerment to those at risk of, or affected by, domestic abuse in a caring environment.

Light refreshments provided.

To register and fill in a The Crush registration form please email youth.services@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

C-CARD LAUNCH PART 2 YOUTH SERVICES THE FACTS

Ages? 13+ When? Friday 13th March; 6:30–9pm How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up C-Card allows you to get free advice and contraception at The Station. There will be prizes, giveaways and team games to make it a night to remember – in a safe way!

Find out about 4-YP, get free registration and there will be free demonstrations to understand how to use 4-YP in a safe way.

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SERVICES & SUPPORT THE KITCHEN YMCA CAFE

BROOK SEXUAL HEALTH CLINIC YOUTH SERVICES THE FACTS

Ages? Under 25 year olds When? Ongoing How often? Open daily Monday–Saturday; 12–7pm weekdays and 12–5pm Saturdays How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below Brook offer a free and confidential sexual health and relationship service and advice for under 25 year olds on the top floor at The Station.

To book an appointment call 0117 929 0090 Find out about what Brook can offer at www.brook.org.uk/bristol

THE FACTS

Ages? Open to all When? Open daily except Sunday; 9am –5pm weekdays and 10am – 5pm Saturdays The Kitchen café at The Station is open to all and serves some delicious food and drinks. They also offer voluntary opportunities and apprenticeships for young people interested in hospitality and catering.

For more information contact Café Manager Ben Silvey on bensilvey@bristolymca.co.uk Find more out about The Kitchen at www.thestationkitchen.co.uk

BRISTOL NIGHTSTOP YOUTH SERVICES THE FACTS

Ages? 16–25 When? Ongoing How often? Monday–Friday; 10am –5pm How much? FREE

When no other options are available Bristol Nightstop arrange temporary and emergency accommodation for young homeless people – a safe place to stay in the homes of trained and vetted individuals through their Volunteer ‘Host Network’. Bristol Nightstop Hosts will offer a warm room to stay in their own home, an evening meal, breakfast, support and compassion and are recruited, trained, supported and supervised by project workers.

Call or text 07979878814 www.bristolnightstop.org.uk

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Introduction Welcome to CYN’s Spring Programme 2015! This is the first programme of the New Year, and so first things first, Happy New Year!

Here’s to 2015, the year Bristol is Europe’s Green Capital of the year!

Over the next year CYN will be committed to delivering projects and a programme that encourages the communities of Bristol to think about global warming and sustainability. We personally will be doing all we can over the next year to make our organisation greener and we invite you to do the same in your homes, schools and youth clubs. We will be working with artists to run courses, projects and events that are themed on being green, from upcycling and reducing waste, to producing your own food and living locally. We hope you’ll join us on this year of Green!

From the team at CYN

HAVE YOUR SAY ON The future of our programme!

WIN TICKETS TO SEE A SHOW!

One of the ways we’re thinking of going greener at CYN is by reducing the amount of printed programmes we create over the year. Before we stop printing completely, we want to hear from you – how would you best like to know what’s going on at CYN? We’ve created a simple online questionnaire that we would love for you to fill in.

Those that fill it in will be entered into a prize draw to win theatre tickets to a suitably green themed production of ‘Alice in Wasteland’ at The Station this May.

To let us know what you think visit www.cynfeedback.org.uk

Contents Music Production 29 Photography 29 Urban Artists 28 Wildseed Studios Feature Film Auditions 28 Arts Award Surgery 27 Green Artists 27 Artistic Excellence 26 Temple Records Gig 26 CYN Spring Showcase 25 Young Artists Exhibition 25 Future For Me 25 East Bristol Sports Hub 24 Hillfields Sports Hub 24 Kingsway Youth Club 23 Hillfields Youth Club 23 Hanham Youth Club 22 The Stokes Youth Club 22 WECIL Groups for Young Disabled People 22

How to get in touch You can write or visit us at 20 OLD SCHOOL HOUSE, BRITANNIA ROAD, BRISTOL BS15 8DB Call us on 0117 947 7948 Visit us online at www.creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/creativeyouthnet

Follow us on Twitter @Creative_Youth CREATIVE YOUTH NETWORK The Kingswood Estate, 20 Old School House, Britannia Road, Bristol BS15 8DB Registered charity no. 266318

support us As a registered charity (no. 266318) CREATIVE YOUTH NETWORK relies on the generosity of the community and the support of local businesses, trusts and foundations and public organisations to make our valuable work with young people possible. For more information on how you or your company can support us please contact our fundraising department: info@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk 0117 947 7948

To see what’s on at The Station, just flip the programme!

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TAKE PART MUSIC PRODUCTION COURSE

PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

THE FACTS

Artform? Music Ages? 12 –19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 14th Jan–25th March; 4–6pm How Often? Every Wednesday Where? Kingswood Estate What do I need? Nothing, all equipment is provided How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session.

Should I book? Yep, details below

This course gives you the opportunity to make your own music and manipulate sounds using the best music production software alongside professional DJs and musicians. Opportunities to showcase your work will be provided and you will be supported in furthering your training. You will perform your music at The Showcase and also be given the chance to complete a Bronze or Silver Arts Award.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more or to book visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/musicproduction

THE FACTS

Artform? Photography Ages? 12–19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 14th Jan–25th March; 6:30–8:30pm How Often? Every Wednesday Where? Kingswood Estate What do I need? Nothing, all equipment is provided How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session Should I book? Yep, details below Urban Arts Space’s young photographers groups meets weekly and covers all forms of photography from pin hole cameras, digital photography, to developing your own photographs. You will develop your own skills and work for exhibitions and The Showcase at the end of term. There is also a chance to work towards either your Bronze or Silver Arts Award.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more or to book visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/photography

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TAKE PART URBAN ARTISTS COURSE

THE FACTS

WILDSEED STUDIOS FEATURE FILM AUDITIONS AUDITION

Artform? Art Ages? 12–19 Experience needed? No, just have an interest When? 14th Jan uary–25th March excl. half term; 6:30– 8:30pm How Often? Every Wednesday Where? Kingswood Estate What do I need? Nothing, all equipment is provided How much? £25 for the term… bursaries are available Payments to be made on the first session Should I book? Yep, details below

Bristol is known for its street art and creativity, and this group is for young artists that aspire to be able to make art in an urban setting using different artistic forms, from sculpture, print making, installation, to graffiti and painting.

During the term you will get to make your own style of work that will be exhibited at The Showcase and in The Gallery Space for the public at The Station.

Email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk for a bursary application form.

To find out more and to registrar your place visit www.urbanartsspace.co.uk/art

THE FACTS

Artform? Film Ages? 16–25 Experience needed? None When? Saturday 24th–Sunday 25th January; 10am –7pm (you won’t be expected to be here all day though) Where? Kingswood Estate How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below If you have ever thought you might like to act in the movies – then this could be just the event for you. Wildseed Studios is a Bristol based production company looking for young people to attend an open workshop audition for two forthcoming feature film and web productions. One is a horror movie about modern day witches and the other a comedy series – both are going to be set in Bristol.

The first day will be a series of acting exercises. It will be really good fun and, even if you don’t get picked, there is no doubt you will learn something about acting too!

If you do get picked, you will be asked to come to the second day and be part of a small group who will be asked to try out for some of the actual parts. There are limited places for this event, so pleased do sign up.

To book an audition please email emily.bull@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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TAKE PART ARTS AWARD SURGERY TUITION

GREEN ARTISTS ART PROJECTS

THE FACTS

Artform? All artforms Ages? 12 –19 When? Monday 16th February; 10am – 4pm Where? Kingswood Estate and The Station How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below An opportunity to work on your Bronze or Silver Arts Award, whether you need to polish your portfolio or seek advice and guidance, you are welcome to join us in this friendly and creative environment.

To book your place please email fiona.gross@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

THE FACTS

Artform? Art Ages? 12–19 When? Starting February half term How Often? Throughout the year Where? Across Bristol at CYN youth clubs What do I need? Nothing, all equipment is provided How much? Workshop costs may vary so contact us to find out more Should I book? Yep, details below Throughout 2015 the Creative Youth Network is championing green and eco friendly projects that not only encourage young people to think about how they can be green but also how we can use the arts to talk about the issues we face with global warming and globalisation.

If you’re interested in green themes and want to help us make art in your community get in touch. We’ll be creating things from moss graffiti to green house installations.

To find out more about the projects we’re planning and to get involved email projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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TAKE PART ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE MENTORING

PERFORMANCE & EVENTS TEMPLE RECORDS GIG YOUTH RECORD LABEL THE FACTS

Artform? Music Ages? Open to all When? 9th April Where: Colston Hall Should I book: Yes, contact the Colston Hall for more details

We’re celebrating one year on from the launch of CYN’s youth record label, Temple Records. To celebrate the Colston Hall has invited us to hold an evening of performances and live music by our incredible signed young artists.

It’s been a fantastic year, with signed artists performing at Glastonbury Festival, launching their first singles on iTunes and getting mentored by some of the best industry professionals. Happy Birthday Temple Records!

THE FACTS

Artform? Dance, Fashion, Art & Music Ages? 16–25 Experience needed? A keen interest in artistic progression When? Starting January 2015 How Often? A year long project Where? Kingswood Estate and The Station How much? FREE

Find out more about Temple Records at http://templerecords.org.uk/ If you’d like to be part of the project or get signed, contact us at hello@templerecords.org.uk

Creative Youth Network is developing a programme to support young emerging artists through mentoring and providing space to challenge and develop high quality artistic practice in Dance, Fashion, Music and the Visual Arts. We’re looking for young people that we’ve worked with on a Urban Arts Space or Arts For Life programme that are showing a particular talent, enthusiasm or commitment to join this project. If you’ve not yet taken part in a UAS or AFL project but want to be involved in this mentoring scheme, get in touch with us to find out how.

To find out about the application process please email emily.bull@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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PERFORMANCE & EVENTS CYN SPRING SHOWCASE EVENT

SERVICES AND SUPPORT FUTURE FOR ME MENTORING

THE FACTS

Artform? All artforms Ages? All ages When? Thursday 26th March; 7–9pm Where? Hillfields Youth Club How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below Join us for CYN’s showcase exhibiting and celebrating all of the fantastic creative work made by young people who have taken part in projects at CYN over the Spring term.

This special event will be taking place at Hillfields Youth Club, where CYN run weekly youth club sessions.

To find out more or to book please contact projects@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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EXHIBITION YOUNG ARTISTS EXHIBITION EXHIBITION THE FACTS

Artform? Art and Photography Ages? All ages When? Friday 6th February; 6–7pm Where? Kingswood Estate How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up Join us for an exhibition of art and photography at the Kingswood Estate. The work being exhibited has been created by young people that took part in the Urban Arts Space Photography and Urban Art courses led by CYN throughout the Autumn / Winter term. The work focuses on and explores the theme of ‘Identity and Equality’.

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THE FACTS

Artform? All artforms Ages? 16–25 Experience needed? No experience needed, but you must be referred through 16-25 Independent People When? Ongoing; half day mentoring sessions How Often? During the week Where? Kingswood Estate and The Station How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below

This is an exciting, creative project for young people leaving custody and care leavers. Future 4 Me works with young people to develop plans so you can progress towards increasing levels of independence as well as giving you access to positive activities which includes 1:1 sessions with arts, music, dance tutors, plus many more. Creative Youth Network are a consortium organisation delivering this project which is managed by 1625 Independent People. We deliver the positive activities that take place around the arts, providing outstanding 1:1 mentoring/ tutoring with creative professionals.

If you have recently left care or custody and would be interested in taking part in this project please contact: charlotte.chapman@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

YOUTH GROUPS AND FORUMS EAST BRISTOL SPORTS HUB YOUTH SERVICES

HILLFIELDS SPORTS HUB YOUTH SERVICES

THE FACTS

Artform? Sport Ages? 8–16 Experience needed? None How Often? Every Monday; 5–7pm What do I need? Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear Where? Barton Hill Rugby Club How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up This fun weekly sports hub is for all young people interested in getting involved in a new sport or simply in getting fit and spending time with friends.

To find out more email tina.bond@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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Artform? Sport Ages? 7–13 When? Every Wednesday; 5:30–6:30pm What do I need? Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear Where? Hillfields Youth Club How much? 50p per session Should I book? No, just turn up

Join us for our weekly sports hub at Hillfields Youth Club.

Get fit, spend time with friends and try out new sports.

Should you want to find out more, email youth.services@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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YOUTH GROUPS AND FORUMS KINGSWAY YOUTH CLUB YOUTH CLUB

HILLFIELDS YOUTH CLUB YOUTH CLUB

THE FACTS

Ages? 8–13 When? Every Tuesday; 6–8pm Where? Kingswood Estate How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up

Kingsway Youth Club is back! This time it’s at the Kingswood Estate and we’re raring to go with activities, opportunities for young people in the Kingswood area and providing space for young people to meet up and hang out with trained youth workers. Sessions will be fun, relaxed and open to all.

THE FACTS

Ages? 13–19 (Mon); 8–13 (Wed); 8–16 (Thurs) When? Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 6–8pm Where? Hillfields Youth Club How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up Come down to Hillfields Youth Club, hang out with friends and have fun. Hillfields Youth Club has its own BMX track, sports hall and kitchen – so plenty of things to do, but if that doesn’t take your fancy, you can just chill out and listen to some tunes.

Monday nights are for those aged 13 –19, Wednesdays are for 8 –13 year olds and Thursday night, which is our weekly project night where we’ll be working on creative projects, are for those aged 8 –16.

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YOUTH GROUPS AND FORUMS HANHAM

YOUTH CLUB

WECIL GROUPS FOR YOUNG DISABLED PEOPLE YOUTH GROUP

THE FACTS

Ages? Year 9+ (Mon); Year 8 (Tues); Year 7 (Wed); Year 9+(Thurs) When? Monday – Wed; 7– 9:30pm Thursday 7:30–10pm Where? Hanham Youth Club How much? 50p (Tues & Weds); FREE (Mon & Thurs) Should I book? No, just turn up Hanham Youth Club is a lively and fun youth club with young people taking part in fantastic activities each week.

Come and meet new friends, get competitive in the indoor sports hall, learn cooking skills in the large kitchen or get creative in regular activities. Monday nights are for Year 9+ ages, Tuesdays are for Year 8s, Wednesday is for Year 7s and Thursday is for Years 9 and over.

Should you want to find out more, contact Arran Bees on 0117 967 5948 or arran.bees@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

THE STOKES YOUTH CLUB

THE FACTS

Ages? 11 –13 (Mon); 14 –18 (Thurs); All ages (Fri) When? Monday ; 5–7:30pm Thursday ; 6:30 –9pm Friday; 7–9:30pm Where? The Stokes How much? FREE Should I book? No, just turn up Every Monday at The Stokes Youth Club is project night, so come along and get involved in arts and music or sports projects in our amazing youth club space which includes music recording facilities, sports hall and kitchen. Then on Thursday and Friday come along with friends, meet others and chill out in our youth club evenings where there will be chances to get involved in debates, activities and much more.

THE FACTS

Ages? 13–19 & up to 25 if you have a learning difficulty When? Every other Tuesday; 7–9pm Where? Hillfields Youth Club How much? FREE Should I book? Yep, details below The Listening Partnership invites speakers to talk to us about issues of interest and concern. We work on projects, including making a DVD and pieces of artwork. Accessible transport for members attending meetings is provided if required.

To find out more about WECIL and what they offer visit www.wecil.co.uk/pages/our-services/services-for-young-people

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For more information, email youth.services@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk

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