Mayor Peter Brown & Executive Director Karen MacDonald open the new centre

The youth of Airdrie now have a new facility - just for them. The Boys and Girls Club of Airdrie held a grand opening of their new home in Ron Ebbeson arena this afternoon. The festivities included DJing by High Tech Productions and music by Airdrie's Own Storm.

Storm - Brad Fleischer, Zack McKague and Ryan Fleischer

Executive Director, Karen MacDonald, was overwhelmed and gratified to have reached the end of what was a long process, getting the club open.  She says it will fill an important need in the community.

Mayor Peter Brown offered his congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this dream to fruition.

The new facility includes a media lab, games area, recording studio, open area and kitchen.