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They want to be somewhere the feel safe, they might not openly admit it but that is one of the reasons they hand about on street corners. People pass by and they dont feel isolated.

They only want to be in the dark when up to no good

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dont bother me if they hang around street corners, bothers me when they make one hell of a racket when stood yon, doubt if they would feel very safe when they do that.

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It does many people though, they feel intimidated and wont walk past them.

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agree it does, but right or wrong that to me is taking the view,all kids are yobs, which they aint,

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It was not meant to sound like that as I believe most kids are not yobs, its only a small percentage that are. Most never do anything wrong.

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Like you Neil, I think it is a small minority of young people who give the rest a bad name.

Anyone who has any ambitions to make life better for them, by introducing them to activities which will use up their seemingly boundless energies, has my admiration.

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It would be good if they could have subsidised access to sporting activities,swimming,football,badminton bowling and the like.......but money is tight and I can't see it happening.

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The youth centre on Harvey street is doing a great example in that respect Margaret, I have called into see Martin the Youth Leader a few times of late, who's doing a tremendous job with young people

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Well then John, we need to have him instruct more people on how he does what he is doing.......and get them to use his model.
It is all about connecting with teens, making them feellistened to and I guess, important.
We all like to be made to feellike we matter, don't we?

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I think its down to the principle you can take a horse to water but you can't make it drink Margaret, as martin tells me there are those who don't want help and are hell bent on spoiling things for others, but his success stories are to be admired in the overall piece

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You would lose your bet on this one Margaret, as proved by the success of the Drama/Dance/Art groups now available for young people at The Civic Arts Centre.

For instance, the Junior Section of Ossie Players 'Sparks' starts again in June.
'SPARKSWe're pleased to announce that Oswaldtwistle Players Youth Group, Sparks, is starting up again at the Civic Arts Centre for the Summer. Starting on 6th June (no session on 13th June) then every Monday through to the end of August. Only £2 per session, 7pm to 9pm for 11 yrs up to 17yrs. Drama games, improvisation and lots of fun.'



On Friday, the production of 'The Witches' opens in the theatre ... all young people involved.

The Teenage Gigs are a great success allowing young bands a chance to show off their talents.

All these are extremely well attended and are showing no danger whatsoever of folding. Lots more too.

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Yes Kate, I wish they has been in existence when I was growing up......well thinking about it they probably were to a limited degree, but alas I had no access to them.

Do you think I could go along and pretend I am 14? I'd have an absolute ball!

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Yes John, you are right........and I did actually say this in an earlier post.
Things have to be 'cool'.....or at least not ridiculed by their peers.

I think this might be where Kate is coming from with the Drama group......it is almost seen a a possibilty for a foot in the door of fame, after all we have quite a few local actors and actresses(one of them currently getting rave reviews in a Shakespeare Production...... J Slinger)
And who is to say that this young peoples drama group won't be a springboard for others?

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Well, can come and help or become a Matron (that's what they call the CRB checked people now.. even the fellas !) .. can join in with them too if you wish... LOL.
We do have an Over 50's Drama Group.

They don't all have ambitions of becoming stars .. just enjoy the fun and friendship.

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But Kate..........I'm only 14:D(that is what Spindles thinks anyway - even though he knows his mother is in her 40's....sorry Nicola)

Ooh you know I could just be tempted. I can act daft with the best of them........I just can't sing(tone deaf)......or dance come to think of it.