Firefighters, paramedics, the Innisfil ideaLAB and Library, the Mobile Youth Centre and its movable skate-and-scooter park – the Town of Innisfil is continuing to bring services to residents through Neighbourhood Nights.
The events are scheduled for communities like Gilford, Cookstown, Lefroy and subdivisions in Alcona – providing an opportunity for residents to not only learn more about the service providers and departments in their town, but to get out on a warm summer night and just play.
In Gilford, earlier this week, kids played basketball, explored the robotics and games provided by the ideaLAB, climbed aboard fire trucks and enjoyed a summer evening while their parents and caregivers socialized and shared the latest community news.
Among those who came out was ward Coun. Rob Nicol and his son, Wyatt – who enjoyed the free activities.
“This is great,” said Nicol. “I just wish there was a bigger turnout.”
The Neighbourhood Nights, featuring the Mobile Youth Centre, will continue during August and September, including Aug. 22 at Dempster Park in Stroud, Aug. 24 at the Cookstown ideaLAB and Library, and Sept. 12 at Nantyr Shores Secondary School, 6:30 to 8 p.m. each night.
The Mobile Youth Centre will also “pop up” in various locations – Aug. 20 and 27 at Innisfil Beach Park’s Lot G; Aug. 21 and 28 at the Stroud Community Centre; Aug. 22 and 29 at the Cookstown ideaLAB and Library; Aug. 23 and 30 at Previn Park on Quarry Drive; and Aug. 24 and 31 at the Lefroy Community Centre, from 1-3 p.m. Open to kids of all ages.
