BEST SOUTHWEST EVERYTHING TEEN EXPO 2023

211 East Pleasant Run Road,DeSoto TX 75115

15 April, 2023

Description

You’re invited to participate in our MEGA TEEN EVENT, the 5th Annual Best Southwest Everything Teen Expo 2023. Plans are underway and it’s going to bigger and better than before. We’re expecting 3,500 teens to participate this year. This community event will enrich the lives of teens by connecting them with community, resources, services, and support. Teens will learn about VALUABLE RESOURCES, services and programs especially designed for them. They will CONNECT and BUILD POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS with professionals in their community through fun and engaging interactions. This event is planned and organized largely by teens from the Cities of DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Lancaster and Duncanville. This one day event will feature WORKSHOPS, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKERS, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, GIVEAWAYS and more. Teens may register for this FREE EVENT at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/best-southwest-everything-teen-expo-2023-tickets-487941615507 The Teen Expo will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 10 am – 3 pm at the DeSoto Civic Center. For more information on speaker, vendor or sponsorship opportunities contact the event planner and DeSoto Public Library Teen Services Coordinator, Mrs. Marq Runnels at 972.230.9663 or [email protected]. Vendor spots go fast, so don't delay register today! The DeSoto Civic Center is located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, in the DeSoto Town Center Complex. Free parking is available in the nearby parking garage. #sharepost A MEGA TEEN EVENT with Numerous Resources… In One Location! What is the “Best Southwest Everything Teen Expo 2023”? BSWETE is a Best Southwest collaborative Teen Expo in partnership with the DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Duncanville and Lancaster Public Libraries driven, planned and organized largely by teenagers.   Where will it be held? DeSoto Town Center 211 E. Pleasant Run Road Suite C. DeSoto, Texas 75115   When will it be held? Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.   How much does it cost to attend? There is no charge to attend the event, although there is a charge for vendors. Non-profit organizations may attend at no charge.   What is the vision of BSWETE? To enrich the lives of teens by connecting them with community, resources, services, and support.   What is the overall goal of BSWETE? Our goal is for teenagers to build and sustain meaningful and positive relationships with their community by connecting them with businesses, non-profits, colleges, government institutions, and other organizations both local and nationwide through fun and engaging interactions. This Expo will allow teens to connect with professionals while learning about valuable resources and services that can help them pursue their passion, find their purpose, succeed and overcome obstacles in their lives.  Why is there a need for BSWETE? There is a real disconnect between teens and the community.ETE can help organizations have a stronger connection with teenagers.ETE can help organizations that may be underutilizing their resources for teens.ETE can help organizations promote resources and services that would help teenagers.ETE can help organizations tap into the hard to reach teen demographic.ETE can help organizations show that they care about teenagers and the community.ETE can help organizations recruit teens as volunteers, interns or for employment.   What makes this expo different from other teen events? The Best Southwest community will work cooperatively to bring resources and services chosen by and catered especially for teenagers to one place to make them easily accessible. Library staff will team up with teens from area high schools and/or organizations to work together to recruit local and national organizations, teen volunteers, school administrators, community leaders, local government and community members to participate in the event.   What’s in it for teens? Access to numerous resources and information on topics that interests them.Meaningful lasting connections with great organizations and professionals.Inspiration from motivational speakers, entrepreneurs, and people doing what they hope to do in the future.Interactive games and activities.Community Service Hours.Food, fun, and live entertainment.  Is this a teen only event? No. This event is not only for teens but for anyone who works with teenagers, parents, guardians, school administrators, and community leaders. We also encourage family, friends, and even the young at heart to attend.  We want the community to show up in a big way to show their support.   Can teens earn community service hours for attending? Yes, all teens that participate in the event will receive 5 community service hours. Teens must visit a required number of vendor tables and participate in a required number of activities to receive the community service hours. Community service certificates will be available and must be picked up at the registration booths the day of the event only. For more information call Marq Runnels at 972.230.9663.   Can teen volunteer at the event? Yes, teens who volunteer at the event will receive 12 community service hours. Teens are required to attend and information meeting and be available to volunteer for the entire event. Space is limited and registration is required. Lunch and supplies will be provided. For more information contact Marq Runnels at 972.230.9663.   What will vendors and organizations do at the event? Vendors will be at their table engaging with teens, walking around engaging with teens, and participating in great games and activities with teens! Basically you will be having fun spreading your information while connecting with teenagers.   Can organizations participate if they don’t cater to teens? Absolutely.  This event is not only about connecting teens to great resources and services but also about connecting them with the great people working at your organization. Whether you cater to teens or not, you’re invited to come help us create new connections. We encourage organizations of all shapes and sizes to reserve a vendor table and tell their stories. Whether you’re an electrician, mortgage broker, real estate agent, musician, lawyer, doctor, restaurant owner, or WHATEVER, this event is about connecting teens with people from all walks of life. They will want to learn more about what you do.    www.desototexas.gov/everythingteenexpo www.facebook.com/BSWTeenExpo www.instagram.com/everythingteenexpo    For more information contact: Ms. Marq Runnels DeSoto Public Library 972.230.9663 [email protected]