Magnet Centre showcase their facilities at Fundraiser

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: Columba O'Hare; Category: News; Published: 13 December 2022

Cllr Michael Savage, Chairperson, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council tries his hand at drumming while Magnet Centre members look on.

The Magnet Young Adult Centre in Newry hosted a fundraising open day at the weekend where they showcased their facilities and their talent. Facilities include a games room, recording studio, kitchen, live music venue, chill out area and much more. Past users of the facility mingled with present members. As well as some delicious home baking, visitors were treated to a performance from band Spectacle Squared, fresh from their qualification at the Newry heat of the Irish Youth Music Awards.

Information Stands explained the services available for young women and men as well as LGBT+.

Cllr Michael Savage, Chairperson, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council presents a cheque to the Magnet Centre at their fundraising event. Pictured from left: Wiktoria Golowacz; David McArdle, Chairperson, Magnet Centre; Chelsea Finegan, Vice Chairperson, Magnet Centre; Cllr Michael Savage; Mickey Brady MP and Claire Havern, Youth Leader.

Council Chairperson Cllr Michael Savage called in to the event to support their fundraising efforts. Cllr Savage said "I was delighted to call in to the Magnet Young Adult Centre Magnet Yac in Newry yesterday to support their special fundraising day. A fantastic local facility that creates a safe space where young people of all backgrounds can come together, socialise and feel accepted. I was so impressed with their sense of togetherness and also got to see their latest innovation the Sensory Room which provides a haven for anyone struggling who needs time out to relax in a calming environment."

This Saturday night Magnet presents their End of Year Show at the centre at 7pm. Entry fee- £2 Fancy dress or £3 Non Fancy dress.