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People in the News

Saturday, August 16, 2025

People in the News

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Teen Conference for Girls planned in Irving in February

Girls in middle school and high school are invited to register for the 2017 Imagine You! Conference, which will be held on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lively Pointe Youth Center. This conference is aimed at promoting a positive self-image and enriching the personal development of today’s young women. Topics will include health and wellness, overcoming and preventing bullying, and entrepreneurship.

Girls will also learn to shop on a budget and sharpen negotiation skills as they visit the fashion thrift shop. Lunch will be provided and participants will receive valuable information and free giveaways. Admission to the Imagine You! conference is free, but spaces are limited. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

For more information, please call 913-735-3717.