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Christmas Gathering to celebrate 40 Years of LYS Community Training Centre

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LYS Community Training Centre past graduates pictured above

LYS Community Training Centre graduates are invited to a Christmas celebration

Santa Claus on a previous visit to Limerick Youth Service
Santa Claus on a previous visit to Limerick Youth Service

Limerick Youth Service (LYS) will celebrate 40 years of its iconic LYS Community Training Centre at a special Christmas celebration and reunion at the LYS Community Training Centre, Lr. Glentworth St, Limerick on Wednesday, December 20th from 12-3pm.

As part of the event, LYS is inviting past learners/trainees, volunteers and staff to drop by the Community Training Centre for an afternoon of laughter, nostalgia, festive treats and a visit from Old St. Nic!

While 2023 has seen LYS celebrate 50 years of its youth work provision, the dedicated vocational training and education section was established in 1983. In the four decades since, thousands of young people have returned to education and employment via this pathway.


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‘Our celebration evening is an opportunity to catch up with past friends and colleagues, share stories and celebrate the achievements the Community Training Centre,’ said Kathryn Clancy, Manager, Community Training Centre.

‘The lunchtime event will also allow us share our vision for the future as we look forward to another 40 years engaging with and supporting young people and their families in an ever-changing Limerick,’ said Kathryn.

The community Training Centre is supported by Limerick & Clare Education & Training Board and is based at Lr. Glentworth St, Limerick.

The Community Training Centre provide alternation further education and training courses for young people.

LYS is a member of Youth Work Ireland and the Irish Association of Community Training Organisations.

Now in its 50th year, LYS remains committed to connecting with young people and supporting them to reach their full potential.

Limerick Youth Service (LYS) will celebrate 40 years of its iconic ‘Training Centre’ at a special Christmas celebration and reunion at the LYS Training Centre, Lr. Glentworth St, Limerick on Wednesday, December 20th 12-3pm.

For more information on the event, please contact LYS at [email protected] or call 061-412444.

Further details at www.limerickyouthservice.com

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