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Portumna Sign Out Youth Cafe
Portumna Sign Out Youth Company Limited in partnership with Co Galway VEC
Sign Out is a vibrant space, a hub of activity, both indoor and outdoor, and a chill-out zone for the young people of Portumna and the surrounding area... open every Friday from 7pm to 9.30pm for all 15 to 19 year olds. Youth Club is open every Thursday from 7.30pm to 9pm for 13 to 15 year olds.
Sign Out aims to provide a friendly, non-judgemental space for young people to meet up, plan both indoor and outdoor activities, have fun, while socialising amongst their own age group in a safe, fully supervised environment.
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News Updates
20 September 2010
Autumn Programme for Teenagers
Sign Out Youth project caters for both the social and recreational needs of our young people, providing a safe, fully supervised space for them to gather, play soccer on the all weather pitch, shoot some pool, chill out while listening to music on the jukebox.
Youth Cafe opens every Friday from 7pm to 9.30pm as a drop in facility for all TY's, 5th year and 6th students. Youth Club continues every Thurs from 7.30pm to 9pm for all 1st to 3rd years. Membership is only €5 per annum.
Along with the usual weekly activities Sign Out offers specialised workshop and events throughout the year. To kickstart the autumn programme on Tuesday October 5th there will be a Hair, Nail and Beauty Evening for Teens @ 7pm, with a team of beauticians demonstrating day and night make up, nail art, hair styles and lots more from the basics to complete makeovers. Tickets €3. The very popular Music Sessions for over 13s continue on Saturdays for all budding musicians & singers who enjoy music and want to improve their skills. Some instruments provided. Commencing in mid October for 6 weeks 'Leadership Skills for Teens – Lets do it for Ourselves', this fun and active programme, which has successfully run for the past 2 years, is funded by GRD and deals with teamwork, group skills, leadership and lots more. It also qualifies under the GAISCE, Presidents Award, Programme. Places are limited, registration forms available on www.signout.ie or in Sign Out.
For 2010 Sign Out will be running a weekly mini bus service to and from Youth Café every Friday on a pilot basis, with various pick up and drop off points. This initiative will commence in Oct. Updates on route and times can be found on our website www.signout.ie.
As well as weekly soccer and soccer tournaments, which run throughout the year Sign Out are launching CamanAbu (social & recreational hurling) on Tuesday 28th Sept at 7pm for adults. A teenage programme will also be run on a separate evening.
Sign Out Youth Project, Portumna's purpose built youth facility, is run by a voluntary Board of Directors with a team of volunteers supervising each session, who work closely with the youth committee to develop a programme of activities. Adults with a few hours to spare or new ideas are always welcome. Parents encourage youth participation. Teenagers get involved, your ideas and your energy is needed. For further information on any of the above contact Susan 087 6779267: email youthsignout@gmail.com: www.signout.ie
Autumn Programme for Teenagers
Sign Out Youth project caters for both the social and recreational needs of our young people, providing a safe, fully supervised space for them to gather, play soccer on the all weather pitch, shoot some pool, chill out while listening to music on the jukebox.
Youth Cafe opens every Friday from 7pm to 9.30pm as a drop in facility for all TY's, 5th year and 6th students. Youth Club continues every Thurs from 7.30pm to 9pm for all 1st to 3rd years. Membership is only €5 per annum.
Along with the usual weekly activities Sign Out offers specialised workshop and events throughout the year. To kickstart the autumn programme on Tuesday October 5th there will be a Hair, Nail and Beauty Evening for Teens @ 7pm, with a team of beauticians demonstrating day and night make up, nail art, hair styles and lots more from the basics to complete makeovers. Tickets €3. The very popular Music Sessions for over 13s continue on Saturdays for all budding musicians & singers who enjoy music and want to improve their skills. Some instruments provided. Commencing in mid October for 6 weeks 'Leadership Skills for Teens – Lets do it for Ourselves', this fun and active programme, which has successfully run for the past 2 years, is funded by GRD and deals with teamwork, group skills, leadership and lots more. It also qualifies under the GAISCE, Presidents Award, Programme. Places are limited, registration forms available on www.signout.ie or in Sign Out.
For 2010 Sign Out will be running a weekly mini bus service to and from Youth Café every Friday on a pilot basis, with various pick up and drop off points. This initiative will commence in Oct. Updates on route and times can be found on our website www.signout.ie.
As well as weekly soccer and soccer tournaments, which run throughout the year Sign Out are launching CamanAbu (social & recreational hurling) on Tuesday 28th Sept at 7pm for adults. A teenage programme will also be run on a separate evening.
Sign Out Youth Project, Portumna's purpose built youth facility, is run by a voluntary Board of Directors with a team of volunteers supervising each session, who work closely with the youth committee to develop a programme of activities. Adults with a few hours to spare or new ideas are always welcome. Parents encourage youth participation. Teenagers get involved, your ideas and your energy is needed. For further information on any of the above contact Susan 087 6779267: email youthsignout@gmail.com: www.signout.ie
06 March 2010
Sign Out Youth Project Open Night
Sign Out Youth committee , would like to invite all young people and parents to an Open Night in Sign Out, on Tuesday 9th March from 7pm to 8pm. The aim of the Open Night is to show people our purpose built youth space and all weather pitch, the activities and programmes offered and to actively involve young people on the night in some of these activities, the emphasis is on 'doing' and actively taking part, rather than just 'talking about it'. The Youth Committee is made up of 16 to 18 year old members of Sign Out, who would like other young people to become part of the 'Sign Out Experience' a valuable asset to the local community. Further information from Oisin, Garry, Mark, Keith or Paul contact 087 6779267.
Sign Out Youth Project Open Night
Sign Out Youth committee , would like to invite all young people and parents to an Open Night in Sign Out, on Tuesday 9th March from 7pm to 8pm. The aim of the Open Night is to show people our purpose built youth space and all weather pitch, the activities and programmes offered and to actively involve young people on the night in some of these activities, the emphasis is on 'doing' and actively taking part, rather than just 'talking about it'. The Youth Committee is made up of 16 to 18 year old members of Sign Out, who would like other young people to become part of the 'Sign Out Experience' a valuable asset to the local community. Further information from Oisin, Garry, Mark, Keith or Paul contact 087 6779267.
28 December 2009
Safe Tractor Skills for Teenagers
With the ever increasing numbers of Farm Accidents in our rural community, Sign Out Youth Co in association with the Farm Relief Services are offering a one day Safe Tractor Skills for Teenagers on Saturday 23rd January '10. The aim of this workshop is to create a safety awareness amongst teenagers working with tractors. The Garda Traffic Corp will also be in attendance on the day. The training programme is designed for the use of tractor/machinery within the farm.
The day will run from 9.30am to 3.30pm commencing in Sign Out Youth Cafe with a presentation and discussion on farm safety, safety checks and safe driving. Followed by a practical driving session in a specially prepared course, taking in reversing, hitching tractors to other implements, PTO safety, operating trailed machinery, setting up a good driving position and safe driving. This workshop is open to members and non members of Sign Out Youth Cafe, both male and female, between the ages of 14 and 17 years. The workshop is part funded by the HSE and Galway Rural Development and is offered at a cost of €20 to each participant. A Certificate will be presented at the end of the day. Places are limited to 15, full payment to either Susan Royston @ Sign Out Youth Cafe, St Brigids Road, Portumna or Tim Walsh, Patrick Street. For further information contact 087 6779267.
Safe Tractor Skills for Teenagers
With the ever increasing numbers of Farm Accidents in our rural community, Sign Out Youth Co in association with the Farm Relief Services are offering a one day Safe Tractor Skills for Teenagers on Saturday 23rd January '10. The aim of this workshop is to create a safety awareness amongst teenagers working with tractors. The Garda Traffic Corp will also be in attendance on the day. The training programme is designed for the use of tractor/machinery within the farm.
The day will run from 9.30am to 3.30pm commencing in Sign Out Youth Cafe with a presentation and discussion on farm safety, safety checks and safe driving. Followed by a practical driving session in a specially prepared course, taking in reversing, hitching tractors to other implements, PTO safety, operating trailed machinery, setting up a good driving position and safe driving. This workshop is open to members and non members of Sign Out Youth Cafe, both male and female, between the ages of 14 and 17 years. The workshop is part funded by the HSE and Galway Rural Development and is offered at a cost of €20 to each participant. A Certificate will be presented at the end of the day. Places are limited to 15, full payment to either Susan Royston @ Sign Out Youth Cafe, St Brigids Road, Portumna or Tim Walsh, Patrick Street. For further information contact 087 6779267.
23 November 2009
Sign Out Youth Cafe U18 Soccer Tournament
There was a wonderful turnout at Sign Out Youth Cafe’s first ever U18 Soccer Tournament last Sunday, the atrocious weather conditions failed to dampen the players enthusiasm and enjoyment. There was a large entry, all games were evenly contested with a very close final between Oisin Royston’s Team and Sean O'Meara’s Team. Tim Walsh, on behalf of Sign Out Youth Co, thanked all those for taking part in the tournament and showing such great sportsmanship throughout the day, he paid a special word of thanks to Martin Mc Namara of Sportslawn Ireland for his generous sponsorship of the tournament, to Kayleigh O Brien and Keith Flynn of the Irish Red Cross and to Tony for refereeing in such inclement weather conditions. Tim commended Paul Killeen, Garry Curran, Brian Fahy, Oisin Royston and Mark Walsh for organising the event. He then presented the Runners Up, Oisin Royston, Garry Curren, Paul Killeen, Padraig Brehony and Sean Duggan with their prizes and congratulated the Winners, Sean O Meara, Keith Kelly, Justin Cahill, Niall O'Meara and Thomas Cleary on their narrow victory.
Sign Out Youth Cafe and All Weather Pitch is open every Friday from 7pm to 9.30pm for all 15 to 18 year olds. For further information contact 087 6779267 email youthsignout@gmail.com
Sign Out Youth Cafe U18 Soccer Tournament
There was a wonderful turnout at Sign Out Youth Cafe’s first ever U18 Soccer Tournament last Sunday, the atrocious weather conditions failed to dampen the players enthusiasm and enjoyment. There was a large entry, all games were evenly contested with a very close final between Oisin Royston’s Team and Sean O'Meara’s Team. Tim Walsh, on behalf of Sign Out Youth Co, thanked all those for taking part in the tournament and showing such great sportsmanship throughout the day, he paid a special word of thanks to Martin Mc Namara of Sportslawn Ireland for his generous sponsorship of the tournament, to Kayleigh O Brien and Keith Flynn of the Irish Red Cross and to Tony for refereeing in such inclement weather conditions. Tim commended Paul Killeen, Garry Curran, Brian Fahy, Oisin Royston and Mark Walsh for organising the event. He then presented the Runners Up, Oisin Royston, Garry Curren, Paul Killeen, Padraig Brehony and Sean Duggan with their prizes and congratulated the Winners, Sean O Meara, Keith Kelly, Justin Cahill, Niall O'Meara and Thomas Cleary on their narrow victory.
Sign Out Youth Cafe and All Weather Pitch is open every Friday from 7pm to 9.30pm for all 15 to 18 year olds. For further information contact 087 6779267 email youthsignout@gmail.com
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 U18 Tournament Runners Up |
19 November 2009
Sign Out Film Club
Sign Out Youth Project Film Club will be screening TWILIGHT this Monday 23rd Nov @ 8pm. Twilight is about a 17 year old girl, named Bella Swan, who goes to live with her father in Washington. At the local high school she sees a ‘godlike’ guy named Edward Cullen. They fall in love but all does not run smooth...........to find out what happens , join us in Sign Out on Monday 23rd at 8pm. All films are shown on our high definition screen with surround sound.
Sign Out Film Club is open to all second level students. Admission €2. Suggestions for next month’s film welcome.
Sign Out U18 Soccer Tournament
All teams are now signed up for Sign Out U18 Soccer Tournament, kick off this Sunday at 2pm sharp. Registration is in Sign Out Youth Cafe between 1.30pm and 1.45pm. Absolutely no entries after 6pm today, only fully paid up teams will qualify for the draw. The draw for play will be held this Friday, all times will be displayed in the Sign Out notice board, please check your times over the weekend. Winners prize of €200 and Runners Up prize of €100 are generously sponsored by Sportslawn Ireland. Sign Out Youth Cafe will be open during the tournament. Supporters welcome. Contact Oisin Royston, Mark Walsh, Gary Curren or Paul Kileen for further information.
Sign Out Teenage Reading Group
Reading groups are a popular way for book lovers to discuss books, both fiction and non-fiction, in an informal friendly setting. At a recent meeting of the youth committee of Portumna Sign Out Youth Co the need for a Teenager monthly book club/reading group was suggested by some reading enthusiasts. A facilitator has been identified and the club will commence in early December. The group will meet monthly and will allow young people who enjoy reading the opportunity to share their enthusiasm for books. If you are between the age of 13 to 19 and would like to share your love of a book with others and learn more about other young peoples tastes in books please contact Keith Flynn or Susan on 087 6779267
Sign Out Film Club
Sign Out Youth Project Film Club will be screening TWILIGHT this Monday 23rd Nov @ 8pm. Twilight is about a 17 year old girl, named Bella Swan, who goes to live with her father in Washington. At the local high school she sees a ‘godlike’ guy named Edward Cullen. They fall in love but all does not run smooth...........to find out what happens , join us in Sign Out on Monday 23rd at 8pm. All films are shown on our high definition screen with surround sound.
Sign Out Film Club is open to all second level students. Admission €2. Suggestions for next month’s film welcome.
Sign Out U18 Soccer Tournament
All teams are now signed up for Sign Out U18 Soccer Tournament, kick off this Sunday at 2pm sharp. Registration is in Sign Out Youth Cafe between 1.30pm and 1.45pm. Absolutely no entries after 6pm today, only fully paid up teams will qualify for the draw. The draw for play will be held this Friday, all times will be displayed in the Sign Out notice board, please check your times over the weekend. Winners prize of €200 and Runners Up prize of €100 are generously sponsored by Sportslawn Ireland. Sign Out Youth Cafe will be open during the tournament. Supporters welcome. Contact Oisin Royston, Mark Walsh, Gary Curren or Paul Kileen for further information.
Sign Out Teenage Reading Group
Reading groups are a popular way for book lovers to discuss books, both fiction and non-fiction, in an informal friendly setting. At a recent meeting of the youth committee of Portumna Sign Out Youth Co the need for a Teenager monthly book club/reading group was suggested by some reading enthusiasts. A facilitator has been identified and the club will commence in early December. The group will meet monthly and will allow young people who enjoy reading the opportunity to share their enthusiasm for books. If you are between the age of 13 to 19 and would like to share your love of a book with others and learn more about other young peoples tastes in books please contact Keith Flynn or Susan on 087 6779267
31 October 2009
Dine out with Sign Out - for a taste of the Far East!
– Portumna's first ever Thai and Vietnamese Cookery Demonstration
Final preparations are in place for Sign Out Youth Cafe and Portumna's first ever Thai & Vietnamese Cookery Demonstration, which will take place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel on Wednesday 4th November at 8pm. Chefs from Dublin’s KOH Restaurant will prepare wonderful dishes from scratch using the freshest, finest ingredients. KOH Restaurant( proprietor Conor Kilkenny) has won numerous awards and was recently presented with the Food and Wine Readers Choice award '09.
The evening will kick start with a Wine and Thai Canapes Reception from 7.30pm. Having sampled what is to come you are invited to sit back and enjoy the demonstration profused with the wonderful aromas associated with Thai cooking. All food cooked on the night will be raffled. Tickets are only €10 each and are available locally from Ladies Day, Hayes and Hayes Pharmacy, Portuma Farm & Dairy Shop, Palmerston Stores or from any committee member. To avoid disappointment get your ticket early, as a limited number of tickets will be available on the door. For further information contact 087 6779267.
Dine out with Sign Out - for a taste of the Far East!
– Portumna's first ever Thai and Vietnamese Cookery Demonstration
Final preparations are in place for Sign Out Youth Cafe and Portumna's first ever Thai & Vietnamese Cookery Demonstration, which will take place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel on Wednesday 4th November at 8pm. Chefs from Dublin’s KOH Restaurant will prepare wonderful dishes from scratch using the freshest, finest ingredients. KOH Restaurant( proprietor Conor Kilkenny) has won numerous awards and was recently presented with the Food and Wine Readers Choice award '09.
The evening will kick start with a Wine and Thai Canapes Reception from 7.30pm. Having sampled what is to come you are invited to sit back and enjoy the demonstration profused with the wonderful aromas associated with Thai cooking. All food cooked on the night will be raffled. Tickets are only €10 each and are available locally from Ladies Day, Hayes and Hayes Pharmacy, Portuma Farm & Dairy Shop, Palmerston Stores or from any committee member. To avoid disappointment get your ticket early, as a limited number of tickets will be available on the door. For further information contact 087 6779267.
14 October 2009
Comhairle na nOg at Sign Out
Portumna Sign Out Youth Company, in association with Galway County Council, recently hosted Comhairle na nÓg in 'Sign Out' Youth Cafe, Portumna. Comhairle na nOg is the local youth council, which gives young people the opportunity to be involved in the development of local services and policies and to discuss local and national issues of relevance to them. The theme chosen for the day was 'Know Your Rights – Protection & Welfare of Young People'.
Comhairle na nOg at Sign Out
Portumna Sign Out Youth Company, in association with Galway County Council, recently hosted Comhairle na nÓg in 'Sign Out' Youth Cafe, Portumna. Comhairle na nOg is the local youth council, which gives young people the opportunity to be involved in the development of local services and policies and to discuss local and national issues of relevance to them. The theme chosen for the day was 'Know Your Rights – Protection & Welfare of Young People'.
Comhairle na nOg at Sign Out
Comhairle participants along with (left - right) Mary Seale, Facitator, Susan Royston, Sign Out Youth Cafe, Ann Mallaghan, Galway County Council and Cathriona O Connor.
06 September 2009
Autumn / Winter Brochure
The latest Sign Out Newsletter is now available online. It can be viewed in the Autumn / Winter Brochure section of this page. Alternatively, it can be downloaded as a (.pdf) file here.
Soccer Tournment Update
Sign Out Youth Cafe Portumna, is hosting a fundraising Soccer tournament, over the weekend of the 26th/27th Sept. It is open to all teams from pubs - clubs - to one off teams formed by pals - the entry fee is €20 per man. Teams consist of seven players (5 Players + 2 subs ) who may interchange at any time. Pitch available for practice sessions all year round. For further information and to enter contact Tony at 086 2051346
Autumn / Winter Brochure
The latest Sign Out Newsletter is now available online. It can be viewed in the Autumn / Winter Brochure section of this page. Alternatively, it can be downloaded as a (.pdf) file here.
Soccer Tournment Update
Sign Out Youth Cafe Portumna, is hosting a fundraising Soccer tournament, over the weekend of the 26th/27th Sept. It is open to all teams from pubs - clubs - to one off teams formed by pals - the entry fee is €20 per man. Teams consist of seven players (5 Players + 2 subs ) who may interchange at any time. Pitch available for practice sessions all year round. For further information and to enter contact Tony at 086 2051346
04 August 2009
Leaving Certs Invited to 'Sign Out' on Results Day
Leaving Certs invited to 'Sign Out' Youth Cafe on Wed 12th – Results Day! Portumna Sign Out Youth Cafe & All Weather Pitch will be open to all Leaving Certs from 9.30am on Wednesday 12th. All Leaving Certs (members and non-members) are welcome to drop in to meet up, celebrate, blow off steam and chill out. Portumna Sign Out Youth Co in partnership with Co Galway VEC would like to wish everyone the very best on the day and in their future careers.
Autumn / Winter schedule
To find out about our autumn/winter schedule of workshops and projects on offer to both adults and young people check out our notice board or log onto www.signout.ie Bookings at 086 2051346.
Leaving Certs Invited to 'Sign Out' on Results Day
Leaving Certs invited to 'Sign Out' Youth Cafe on Wed 12th – Results Day! Portumna Sign Out Youth Cafe & All Weather Pitch will be open to all Leaving Certs from 9.30am on Wednesday 12th. All Leaving Certs (members and non-members) are welcome to drop in to meet up, celebrate, blow off steam and chill out. Portumna Sign Out Youth Co in partnership with Co Galway VEC would like to wish everyone the very best on the day and in their future careers.
Autumn / Winter schedule
To find out about our autumn/winter schedule of workshops and projects on offer to both adults and young people check out our notice board or log onto www.signout.ie Bookings at 086 2051346.
27 July 2009
Sign Out Soccer Tournment
Sign Out are holding a Soccer Tournment on their 5-a-side-all weather pitch over the weekend of 12/13th September. The tournament is open to all teams from pubs - clubs - Firms - one off teams formed by pals - and the entry fee is €20 per man. Teams consist of seven players (5 Players + 2 subs ) who may interchange at any time. Great prizes to be won. Pitch available for practice sessions all year round. For further information and to enter contact Tony at 086 2051346.
Sign Out Soccer Tournment
Sign Out are holding a Soccer Tournment on their 5-a-side-all weather pitch over the weekend of 12/13th September. The tournament is open to all teams from pubs - clubs - Firms - one off teams formed by pals - and the entry fee is €20 per man. Teams consist of seven players (5 Players + 2 subs ) who may interchange at any time. Great prizes to be won. Pitch available for practice sessions all year round. For further information and to enter contact Tony at 086 2051346.
16 July 2009
Prodrift Series Cars to Visit Signout Cafe
Recently added to the Signout schedule of events for Autumn 2009 is an appearance of Irelands top Prodrift Series Cars at the Signout Cafe. Further details regarding the driver line-up and additional activities are yet to be confirmed but it is expected that Prodrift champions past and present will be in attendance. In a co-promotion for Youth Sign Out and Road Safety, the arrival of Prodrift is a first for Portumna and will certainly get the pulses racing of petrol heads, car fans and motorsport enthusiasts in Portumna and the surrounding area. This will be a unique opportunity to get up close to the real Prodrift cars, ask questions of the Prodrift drivers and take photos of these highly tuned performance vehicles. For more information on Prodrift visit www.prodriftseries.com.
Sign Out Survey
All users of the Sign Out facilities are encouraged to complete the Sign Out Survey which you can download here. Completed surveys can be returned by email (youthsignout@gmail.com) or can be printed and dropped in to Sign Out.
Prodrift Series Cars to Visit Signout Cafe
Recently added to the Signout schedule of events for Autumn 2009 is an appearance of Irelands top Prodrift Series Cars at the Signout Cafe. Further details regarding the driver line-up and additional activities are yet to be confirmed but it is expected that Prodrift champions past and present will be in attendance. In a co-promotion for Youth Sign Out and Road Safety, the arrival of Prodrift is a first for Portumna and will certainly get the pulses racing of petrol heads, car fans and motorsport enthusiasts in Portumna and the surrounding area. This will be a unique opportunity to get up close to the real Prodrift cars, ask questions of the Prodrift drivers and take photos of these highly tuned performance vehicles. For more information on Prodrift visit www.prodriftseries.com.
Sign Out Survey
All users of the Sign Out facilities are encouraged to complete the Sign Out Survey which you can download here. Completed surveys can be returned by email (youthsignout@gmail.com) or can be printed and dropped in to Sign Out.
Autumn / Winter Brochure
The Autumn Winter brochure can be downloaded as a (.pdf) file here.
Sign Out Youth Café
Portumna Sign Out Youth Co in partnership with Co Galway VEC was formed in June '08. By setting up this purpose built youth facility and all weather pitch, we are providing a safe and comfortable place for our young people to gather. They get to choose the activities, be part of the team, have fun, while socialising amongst their own age group. Team building, organisational abilities and effective communication skills are qualities that will stand to our young people for the rest of their lives.
As part of our Autumn/Winter programme we are offering workshops/training for both adults and young people in Sign Out's relaxed environment.
Youth Cafe open every Fri from 7pm – 9.30pm
Portumna Sign Out Youth Co in partnership with Co Galway VEC was formed in June '08. By setting up this purpose built youth facility and all weather pitch, we are providing a safe and comfortable place for our young people to gather. They get to choose the activities, be part of the team, have fun, while socialising amongst their own age group. Team building, organisational abilities and effective communication skills are qualities that will stand to our young people for the rest of their lives.
As part of our Autumn/Winter programme we are offering workshops/training for both adults and young people in Sign Out's relaxed environment.
Youth Cafe open every Fri from 7pm – 9.30pm
All Weather Pitch
Sign Out 5 A-Side All Weather Pitch is available to hire at an hourly rate to groups, individuals, clubs and is an ideal venue for Birthday Parties & Competitions. For further details/times and RECESSION BUSTER Offers contact Tony @ 086 2051346.
Sign Out 5 A-Side All Weather Pitch is available to hire at an hourly rate to groups, individuals, clubs and is an ideal venue for Birthday Parties & Competitions. For further details/times and RECESSION BUSTER Offers contact Tony @ 086 2051346.
Sign Out Soccer Tournament - 25/26 Sept
Sign Out Soccer tournament is open to all teams from pubs - clubs - Firms - one off teams formed by pals - and the entry fee is €20 per man. Teams consist of seven players (5 Players + 2 subs ) who may interchange at any time. Great prizes to be won. Pitch available for practice sessions all year round. For further information and to enter contact Tony at 086 2051346
Sign Out Soccer tournament is open to all teams from pubs - clubs - Firms - one off teams formed by pals - and the entry fee is €20 per man. Teams consist of seven players (5 Players + 2 subs ) who may interchange at any time. Great prizes to be won. Pitch available for practice sessions all year round. For further information and to enter contact Tony at 086 2051346
Regular Events/Workshops
- Sign Out Youth Cafe open every Fri 7pm to 9.30pm, for all 15 to 18 year olds
- Portumna Youth Club – Thursdays 7.30pm to 9pm, for all 1st to 3rd Years.
- Sign Out Teenage Readers Club - 2nd Monday monthly – 7pm to 7.45pm
- Sign Out Teenage Film Club - 1st Wed monthly
- Sign Out R.O.C. (recreation, opportunities, creativity) Club – bi-monthly meetings
- Voice Training & Singing Thur @ 4.30pm
- Health and Beauty Evening
- Games Evenings
- Team Building
- Healthy Eating for Teens
- Portumna Youth Democracy Group
- Comhairle na nÓg
- Sign Out Folk Choir
- Radio & DJ Workshop
- Sign Out Open Mic Night
Volunteer and Help Sign Out Youth Project
Sign Out Youth Project is run on a voluntary basis, providing an alternative for our youth to the 'pub culture'. If you would like to be part of this exciting Community Youth Facility and have a few hours to spare, we would be delighted to hear from you. Phone Susan at 087 6779267 Email: youthsignout@gmail.com
Sign Out Youth Project is run on a voluntary basis, providing an alternative for our youth to the 'pub culture'. If you would like to be part of this exciting Community Youth Facility and have a few hours to spare, we would be delighted to hear from you. Phone Susan at 087 6779267 Email: youthsignout@gmail.com
Sign Out Youth Project Office
Opening Hours: Tuesday 10.00am to 12.30pm and Wednesday 10:00am to 12:30pm
Opening Hours: Tuesday 10.00am to 12.30pm and Wednesday 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thai & Asian Cookery Demonstration
An evening not to be missed will take place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel with chefs from the award winning restaurant KOH, Millennium Walkway, Dublin, on Wed 4th Nov. Cheese & Wine Reception. Tickets €10
An evening not to be missed will take place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel with chefs from the award winning restaurant KOH, Millennium Walkway, Dublin, on Wed 4th Nov. Cheese & Wine Reception. Tickets €10
Hiphop & DJ Technology Workshop
- Facilitated by John Lillis
- Brief history of dj culture and hip-hop
- Basic music theory and equipment set-up
- Demonstrations of sampling, beat-boxing, MC-ing, Dj-ing, scratching
- Demonstrations of looping, sampling, software (Serato Scratch, Cubase & MIDI)
- Class Participation and improver session
Facilitated by Flan Spaight (MA)
- Team Building & Organisational Skills
- Programme Planning
- Effective Planning
- Dynamics of Group Work
- Effective Communication & Listening Skills
One Day English Revision Classes
Tutor John Connelly B.A. H. Dip in ED.
Seminar 1: Comparitive Study. Sun 8th Nov. From 10am to 3.30pm. Cost: €50.
Seminar 2: The Irish Poets (Date to be decided.)
Places limited, early booking essential.
Tutor John Connelly B.A. H. Dip in ED.
Seminar 1: Comparitive Study. Sun 8th Nov. From 10am to 3.30pm. Cost: €50.
Seminar 2: The Irish Poets (Date to be decided.)
Places limited, early booking essential.
Digital Photography Workshop
Facilitated by Mark Conroy (MA, PGDE)
Introduction to Digital Photography
Places are limited, so get your name down as soon as possible. Funded by Galway County Council
Facilitated by Mark Conroy (MA, PGDE)
Introduction to Digital Photography
- Organising your photos
- Close-up photography
- Black and White photography
- Image editing - cropping
- Image editing - brightening and darkening
- Image editing - adding something fromone image to another (text or people, etc.)
Places are limited, so get your name down as soon as possible. Funded by Galway County Council
Code of Ethics & Good Practice for Children's Sport
This two night course, for adults, is hosted by County Galway Local Sports Partnership. And is open to all clubs, groups and individuals. Participants are reminded that this is an awareness course and each participant will receive a certificate of attendance on their second night.
Mon 2nd & 9th Nov from 7.30 to 9pm. Cost €15
This two night course, for adults, is hosted by County Galway Local Sports Partnership. And is open to all clubs, groups and individuals. Participants are reminded that this is an awareness course and each participant will receive a certificate of attendance on their second night.
Mon 2nd & 9th Nov from 7.30 to 9pm. Cost €15
Graphic Design Workshop
Facilitated by Mark Conroy (MA, PGDE)
Introduction to Graphic Design
Facilitated by Mark Conroy (MA, PGDE)
Introduction to Graphic Design
- Creating a brochure layout
- Creating a poster layout
- Using background images
- Working with text
Website Design Workshop
Facilitated by Mark Conroy (MA, PGDE)
Introduction to Website Design
Facilitated by Mark Conroy (MA, PGDE)
Introduction to Website Design
- Setting up a one page site
- Using images
- Linking pages
- Setting up a five page site
- Setting up a five page site
Voice Training & Singing Workshop
Tutor Treeny Canning (B.Mus)
Introductory Class & Ear Test Thurs 1st October @ 4.30pm. Cost €5
Tutor Treeny Canning (B.Mus)
Introductory Class & Ear Test Thurs 1st October @ 4.30pm. Cost €5
Enquiries
Enquiries to Susan 087 6779267 or 086 2051346. Completed application forms can be returned to Portumna Sign Out Youth Project.Early booking essential to secure a place for all workshops.
Enquiries to Susan 087 6779267 or 086 2051346. Completed application forms can be returned to Portumna Sign Out Youth Project.Early booking essential to secure a place for all workshops.
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Sign Out Youth Groups
Youth Cafe: Open every Friday from 7pm to 9.30 pm. Membership €10 per annum or €2 per night, includes use of all facilities during club hours including the All Weather Pitch.Youth Club: Runs every Thursday from 7.30pm to 9pm, during the school calender year and is open to all 1st to 3rd year students.
Sign Out Readers Group: meet the first Monday of every month . Book for Sept 'A Little Piece of Ground'. Copies available in the Library. New members always welcome.
Sign Out Film Club: watch films, chosen by the Film Committee, on the big screen on the first Wednesday of every month, commencing in September.
Sign Out R.O.C. (recreation, opportunities & creativity) Club: is run by the young people of the Portumna area supported by adults within the community and gives our youth a voice in decision making which affects their lives. Meetings held bi-monthly. New members are always welcome.
Portumna Youth Democracy Group: The local youth council, which gives young people the opportunity to be involved in the development of local services and policies and to discuss local and national issues of relevance to them.
Comhairle na nOg: is the official structures for participation by young people in the development of policies and services. Delegates from Comhairle na nOg are elected to represent their local electoral area at the annual Dail na nOg (national youth parliament), which is held each year in Dublin in February. Sign Out will host Comhairle na N'og in September.
Workshops / Activities / Clubs Planned for 09/10
| Healthy Eating | Importance of Voting | Comhairle na nOg |
| Mental Health for Teens | Sports Ethic Training | Health & Beauty Talk |
| Child Protection Module 2 | Music & Voice Training | Games Evening |
| Revision & Study Techniques | Certificate Course on Leadership & Committee Skills | Open Mic Nights |
| Soccer Tournaments | Folk Choir |
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All Weather Pitch
Sign Out 5 A-Side All Weather Pitch is available to hire at an hourly rate to groups, individuals, clubs and is an ideal venue for Birthday Parties & Competitions. For further details/times contact Tony at 086 2051346.
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About Us
Portumna Sign Out Youth Company Limited in partnership with Co Galway VEC was established in July 2008, comprising twelve voluntary members and directors. Its main aim is to plan and oversee the future progress of 'Sign Out' Youth Cafe and Youth Project, meeting any new challenges, planning and developing programmes while working closely with the youth and 'Sign Out' ROC (recreation, opportunities, creativity) Club.Portumna Sign Out Youth Company is run on a voluntary basis, with team leaders and a pool of volunteers supervising each session, providing an alternative for our youth to the 'pub culture' with plans in place to extend opening hours. If you would like to be part of this exciting Community Youth Facility and have a few hours on 087 6779267.
Our Main Aims are to:
- Provide a safe , secure, environmentally aware, inclusive, fully supervised space for young people to meet and interact.
- To give young people a voice in decision-making which affect their lives through actively participating in planned workshops, Comhairle na nOg, County Galway Forum etc.
- To empower young people to develop social awareness.
- To provide opportunities for the personal and creative growth of young people.
- To build young people’s capacity to consider risks and consequences, make informed decisions and take responsibility, through planned non-formal workshops which assists and enhances their personal and social growth.
- To encourage a mutually positive experience of working with adults.
- To build up community awareness of the Youth Project, to raise funds for the continual running of the project.
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Contact Us
Portumna Youth Sign Out Company Limited.
Co Galway VEC,
St Brigids Road,
Portumna,
Co Galway.
Phone: 087 6779267
Email: youthsignout@gmail.com
All Weather Pitch Bookings: 086 2051346
Sign Out Youth Cafe Office Opening Hours: Wednesday from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Co Galway VEC,
St Brigids Road,
Portumna,
Co Galway.
Phone: 087 6779267
Email: youthsignout@gmail.com
All Weather Pitch Bookings: 086 2051346
Sign Out Youth Cafe Office Opening Hours: Wednesday from 10:00am to 12:30pm
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Registration Forms
'Sign Out' Youth Cafe is open as a drop-in facility for TY's, 5th and 6th year students every Thursday from 4pm - 7pm and on Friday from 7pm - 9.30pm. Membership is €10 per year, renewable every January or €2 per drop-in session. Members have first option to take part in projects, workshops and trips organised by the Portumna 'Sign Out' Youth Company and membership also includes use of the all weather pitch during 'Sign Out' opening hours.Download Registration Forms: Adobe PDF File Format (.pdf) or Microsoft Word File Format (.doc)
