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Youth Summer Fest returned in 2024 with its 3rd edition, in which 43 volunteers worldwide spread color and culture in Timișoara, Lugoj, Jebel, and Sânpetru Mare.
Read the festival’s magazine here:
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Timișoara
- August 1st, 18:30, Youth House – SpeakEasy Summit: Elevate your public speaking. Activity dedicated to developing presentation and public speaking skills.
- August 2nd, 18:30, Youth House – Are you OK? Well-being practices. Workshop for improving productivity, achieving goals, and developing a positive outlook on life, including self-awareness exercises.
- August 2nd, 19:00, Behind the House (at the Youth House) – Duolingo Cafe. An evening of knowledge and challenges, dedicated to lovers of learning foreign languages through the Duolingo app. Entry is based on the streak in the app.
- August 3rd, 19:00, Anton Scudier Central Park – Come discover Gymkhana! A series of activities and competitive challenges, in a chain, in the style of an obstacle course.
- August 4th, 19:00, Anton Scudier Central Park – Yoga and wellness circle. A relaxing yoga session, guided meditation, and discussion in the great outdoors. Participants are asked to bring their own mattresses.
- August 7th, 18:00, Casa Tineretului Youth House – Cultural trivia night. This an activity which will test your general knowledge about other countries, their histories, and traditional elements, competing in teams.
- August 8th, 19:00, Carmen Sylva Park – The world is my home. An afternoon celebrating multiculturalism through a picnic that includes discussions, a trivia session, and a tasting. Participants are invited to bring a dish to share with others.
- August 9th, 19:00, Unirii Square – Jamming in Timișoara. Jam session in the heart of the city, for young musicians. All genres of music are welcome.
- August 10th, Youth House – International Youth Day. Thematic workshops and concerts.
Lugoj
- August 2nd, 18:00, Lugoj Youth Center – Colorful connections: Lugoj outdoor mural project. The participants will create a mural as a team, giving birth to a community art project.
- August 3rd, 18:00, Lugoj Youth Center – Feel your colors. Explore the concept of art therapy by creating something with elements from nature. No previous experience is necessary.
- August 4th, 19:00, Lugoj Youth Center – Speak Up! A workshop on delivering presentations with confidence, controlling emotions, and blending verbal and non-verbal language.
- August 7th, 7:30 p.m., Lugoj Youth Center – CODA movie night. Outdoor film screening on the theme of life and solidarity in deaf communities.
- August 9th, 18:00, Lugoj Youth Center – Play and connect: well-being for youth. A dynamic and interactive workshop to induce our well-being through the joy of play. We will relive both childhood games and international games.
- August 11th, 18:00, Lugoj Youth Center – ECOhunt. Team up with other young people for a scavenger hunt on the theme of environmental sustainability. You will learn more about recycling, the environment, and the problems it faces.
Jebel
- August 3rd, 18:30, “Efta Botoca” National House – Screen Dreams: From Slum to Stardom. Film screening, followed by discussions on the cultural aspects, values, and themes presented.
- August 9th, 18:30, “Efta Botoca” National House – Multi-sport competition. A competitive event for sports lovers, with team challenges and lots of fun.
- August 11th, 18:00, “Efta Botoca” National House – Escape code. A historical mystery hunt where participants will use their critical thinking, problem-solving, observation, and teamwork skills while having fun together.
Sânpetru Mare
- August 1st, 18:00, Central Park – Sportacus. Sports tournaments, dances, and games.
- August 8th, 18:00, Library Court – Travel & taste. An evening of cultural celebration, where we will taste traditional dishes from various places and countries. We will share traditions, treats, and stories.
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The Youth Summer Fest activities are financed by the European Solidarity Corps and the Timiș County Council within the Y Generate project, through the TimCultura grant program and implemented with the support of the West University of Timișoara and the Timișoara Public Transport Society.