Youngsters are getting in to the Christmas spirit by decorating trees for the Cwmmaman Illuminations Project.
Pupils from Ysgol y Gwendraeth and Ysgol Maes-Yr-Yrfa have given up their free time to participate in the project as part of their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
The Award, delivered by youth workers from the Amman and Gwendraeth Youth Team, encourages young people to discover and develop personal interests and social and practical lifelong skills.
Youth Worker, Christopher Cray, said:
“The young people have had a great time decorating the trees and are looking forward to seeing them on display in Cwmamman.
“By involving young people in community activities, it encourages them to develop ownership and respect for their areas.
“This is an opportunity to unite the community and provide the setting for the festive spirit in the run up to Christmas.”
The Cwmmaman Illuminations Project is run in partnership between Cwmamman Town Council, Carmarthenshire’s Youth service and Cwmamman Youth Council.
The project has with one illuminated tree in Glanaman but with encouragement and support in the community over 35 local businesses now display illuminated trees on their premises.
Lights are switched on Friday December 4 in Lower Quay Street, followed by a firework display.
For further information, please contact Barrie Ashton on: 01267 228273.
