Lark in the Park Sidcup

2010-10-09T14:22:00.001-07:00

What an amazing summer at Lark in the Park 2010!
Thank you to everyone who came along and to everyone who volunteered.
What a brilliant time.
Watch this space for news of photos and updates.
2011 is being planned and you can sign up soon!

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Hello Sidcup

2010-07-27T08:24:00.000-07:00

Lark in the Park 2010 opened with another Fun Day to remember on Saturday - as hundreds of visitors poured on to Sidcup Place for the Community event of the year. All our favourites were on show for the grand opening, from the hugely popluar creative tent, the to the Sparkles zone (0-5 yrs) and the now famours opening day tug-of-war.

We have seen lots and lots of people since Saturday. Its great to see people having a good time in a great atmosphere.

Check out the programme online and come along!
http://http://www.ausrowe.com/larkinthepark/video.htm

EVENT BROCHURE

2010-07-15T09:44:00.000-07:00

Check out http://http://www.ausrowe.com/larkinthepark/contact.htm to download a copy of the brochure for this year and have a glanze at the programme as well.

We are really excited that once again the community will come together.
See you all at Lark in the Park 2010, Sidcup Place, Chislehurst Road, Sidcup, Kent, DA14 6BF

Online Registration

2010-06-30T05:59:00.000-07:00

Lark in the Park Online Registration is open. Sign up for afternoon and evening events. This will save time when you are queuing to check in at Lark in the Park.

Really looking forward to a great event with many people from the local community.

http://lowth.com/litp.d/sidcup.php

9 weeks to go

2010-05-18T04:17:00.000-07:00

Its only 9 weeks until Lark in the Park is back at Sidcup Place, providing a great event for all people in this borough.
It's still time to sign up to volunteer at the event. We will need your help to make the event happening. So why dont you follow the link and sign up online.
http://www.larkinthepark.com/Publisher/Article.aspx?ID=171263

Volunteers Night

2010-05-04T06:48:00.000-07:00

On Wednesday the 12th May we will be having an evening for all volunteers to come to. The evening will include updates, news, networking as well as hearing from different teams at Lark in the Park and how you can get involved.

It would be great to see as many people as possible there.

12th May, 7.30 - 9.30pm

New Generation Centre,
Birkbeck Road
Sidcup
DA14 4DJ

HAPPY EASTER

2010-03-31T08:21:00.000-07:00

We hope everyone who is part of Lark in the Park, wherever as Volunteer, guest, entertainers, suppliers, visitor or from the local authority, will have a wonderful Easter break. We wish you great times with your family, lots of fun egg hunting and a new experience of what Easter is about.

Lark in the Park has been securing more funding in the last two weeks. We received some grants and private donations. We are so thrilled and thankful for this.

Planning is going well

2010-03-12T04:04:00.000-08:00

The Lark in the Park team has met this week for their monthly team meeting. Many things were discussed and dealt with. It is exciting to see a glimpse of what this year will be like. It always has been exciting in the run up to the event and it always will be.

'The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting.'

We are excited to see how many people will come, how many people we can bless with a free community event, how many people make new friends and learn new skills, how many volunteers will be helping to make Lark in the Park happening, how much positive impact will make the event, how much can we give back to the community?

It really isnt about how much, but more about that we try to do something for the people of this community.

Lark in the Park - Creating Community, Investing in Lives.

Has Sidcup Got talent?

2010-02-17T06:31:00.000-08:00

In 2009 the winner of our very own talent show at Lark in the Park was Treasure Laditi. Her performance was brilliant and altought it was her first performance ever she seemed like a professional. Treasure is about to release her first single! How exciting is that? The launch will be held next week @ Rose Theatre on Sunday 28th February 2010, 4pm. Sidcup DA15 9BF.
Come along and be part of Treasure's journey that began at Lark in the Park.

Happy Valentins Day

2010-02-09T06:50:00.001-08:00

A new year!

2010-01-18T09:39:00.000-08:00

It is exciting and scary that we have started another year. But that also means that Lark in the Park is only 6 months away. You can look forward to great activities, meeting people from your community and enjoying 16 days of free activities for all ages.

HAPPY CHRISTMAS

2009-12-11T04:14:00.000-08:00

Community Leaders Lunch @ Lark in the Park 2010

2009-12-02T07:15:00.000-08:00

Every year Lark in the Park invites leaders from the local and wider community to a special buffet lunch. Our aim is to share with those leaders the vision and reason why we are doing Lark in the Park. It is a great opportunity for Community Leaders to network and to meet local people as well as the Event Organisers.

The dates for the lunches are 29th July and 5th August both at 12noon.

RSVP as stated on the invitation please.

Grant received

2009-11-20T08:12:00.000-08:00

Lark in the Park is pleased to receive a donation from the Mayor's Benevolent Fund.

This donation will help the work of Lark in the Park and is much appreciate

Thank you.

Press Release

2009-11-06T03:17:00.000-08:00

James Brokenshire
Conservative Parliamentary Candidate,
said in his Autumn Newsletter 2009:

"Many congratulations to everyone involved in this summer's Lark in the Park' in Sidcup. It was great to be able to go along and see so many young people enjoying themselves and getting involved in the sheer range of activities available. Roll on next summer!"

This year at Lark in the Park

2009-08-25T09:49:00.000-07:00

We cant believe how

quick the time is
running and that Lark in the Park 2009

is over.

We had such an amazing time at Sidcup

Place where the event took place.

Over the 16 days we had approximately 12000 visitors, which is a record!

People have enjoyed themselves in the different clubs in the afternoon as well as in the evenings. We had a lot of things going such as Dads & Kids Night, a Couple's Candelit Dinner, a Africa Night, a Lads Night, Quiz Nights as well as the famous Has Sidcup Got talent. Yes it has!!!

On both Thursday we had a special lunch for the leaders of the community. We wanted to show that Community works and that the local church cares about the community. Many Community Leaders came and were much impressed and amazed by the fact that over 340 volunteers are involved in Lark in the Park, that people give up their holiday to be there and that nearly everything is for free.

We believe that Lark in the Park is a great gift from the local churches to the community.

Thank you to everyone who took part at Lark in the Park 2009, visitors, volunteers, entertainers, suppliers, traders, everyone....THANK YOU.

2009-07-08T04:36:00.000-07:00

Lark in the Park brochure - OUT NOW

To know what is going on at Lark in the Park this year, check out the brochure here. The Registration system is now available on www.larkinthepark.com where you can register for different clubs and events.

We are looking forward to seeing you there.

Civic Recognition Award

2009-03-03T02:34:00.000-08:00

Lark in the Park has received a Civic award for 'Outstanding Achievement.'

In October 2008 Lark in the Park was nominated by Chief Inspector Steve Murrant to receive the Civic Recognition Award. There were three different schemes.

Civic Recognition of Young people

Civic Recognition of Voluntary Service by Adults

Civic Recognition of Outstanding Achievement

Lark in the Park was nominated for the Civic Recognition of Outstanding Achievement. The object of the award is to recognise outstanding achievement during the current year with a achievement that has brought credit to the Borough of Bexley.

The Civic Awards are the most prestigious awards given buy the Council and it is amazing that Lark in the Park has made such a difference to the community within the Borough of Bexley. All the previous Mayor's of the London Borough of Bexley got together to vote between everyone who has been nominated and they decided that Lark in the Park had earned this award.

So a huge thank you to EVERYONE who helped at Lark in the Park. You made Lark in the Park become what it is today, a gift to the community.

Phil Leighton, Mel Newsum, Peter Austin, Charlie Weston, John Arundel, Tabitha Smith, Sheila McGee, Paul Weston and Doreen Schiller had the priviledge to be part of receiving the award on the 25th February at the Civic Offices in Bexleyheath.

A new year has started....

2009-01-16T03:04:00.000-08:00

which also means that in a while there will be another amazing Lark in the Park event. The Lark in the Park team is working already to plan and organise this year's event. And we are very excited to create a environment for our community to come to getter and to enjoy one another.

Here are the dates: 25th July - 09th August, Sidcup Place, DA14 6BF, Sidcup

2009 will be packed with fun, entertainment, activities for all ages, practical help and much more. So make sure you have the dates in your diary.

Come back soon to check out more updates.

All the best from all at Lark in the Park.

Lark in the Park - Award winners

2008-12-04T08:57:00.000-08:00

Through our work within the community and with the Bexley
Council Park Rangers, Lark in the Park was nominated for the
"Environmental Challenge Award 2008".

On the 27th November 2008 the winners were revealed and presented with awards and prize money.

Lark in the Park has won the Recycling Category and came in third place in the overall winners.

It has been a privilege for Lark in the Park to take place in this competition and to receive awards on behalf of many people who work year after year with the local Rangers and on other projects.
It has been a very special evening for the Lark in the Park team and we were honoured to spend the evening with councillors of the Bexley Council,the Mayor and the Mayoress as well as other institutions and schools from the community.

The aims of the Competition were:
To reward and promote the work that schools, youth groups and community groups are doing in Bexley to
improve the local environment. By promoting the work of others it is hoped to encourage more people (particularly the young) to learn more
about their local environment and take action to care and improve it.

These were the different categories available to be nominated in:
Recycling
Public involvement in recycling schemes
Nature Conservation
Creation or management of a wildlife area
General Environmental Activities
Cleaning up and improving a public site or area
Air and Water
Cleaning up ponds, streams or rivers and conserving water or energy
Education
Any project demonstrating an environmental awareness

Lark in the Park @ the Mayor's Parlour

2008-10-28T11:20:00.000-07:00

Yesterday two of our members of staff have been invited for lunch at the Mayor's Parlour. Cllr Nick O'Hare and his wife visited Lark in the Park 2008 on a Fun Day and really enjoyed themselves.

The invitation was a thank you for all the the work Lark in the Park has done within and for the community.

It was a great honour and a special occation for Lark in the Park to be invited by the Mayor, as this was the first time.

Thank you to all volunteers, people, funders,organisation and churches who were involved in the event this year and previous year and made this happen.

We had such amazing two weeks

2008-08-26T06:55:00.000-07:00

Sadly Lark in the Park is over. But only for this year. It has been an amazing time.

Every day we had about 1000 visitors on site enjoying HQ kids clubs, Sparkles the toddler club, young people hanging out in the Doubledecker Bus's. learning Street Dance. People enjoy entertainment in the Freedom tent, which was for over 60's. A lot of people really enjoyed the different activities in the Inspiration Tent and the Art Attack Days.

Our evening programme were filled with fun, laughter, music and lifestyle. Sidcup's people rally enjoyed the "Sidcup's got talent" and it was incredible to see how much talent is out there.

Thank you to everybody who made this event happen. We had over 320 volunteers serving and giving up their time for our community. It has been a real honor working with you and bringing fun, joy and God's love to the people of Sidcup.

Really looking forward to see you next year.

The second week of Lark in the Park has begun

2008-08-04T11:00:00.000-07:00

We already had one week of fun, games and more at Lark in the Park. Every day we had about 1000 people in all the different venues and around the park in the afternoon. We also had lots of exciting things going on.

Last Monday we had a Free60 "Gig Night" with "Lights go blue" and "Fluid line". We had over 400 young people around and had an amazing time.

We also had a "Pink Ladies Day" on Tuesday with workshops on self-esteem, beauty & make up. In the evening the ladies enjoyed and hand & head massages, beauty stalls, chocolate fountain and more. It was such an fantastic evening. Wednesday night was our movie night and we watched the "Indescribable" movie, which showed us how big and wide the universe is and everything God has created.

LARK IN THE PARK is about to start

2008-07-25T06:27:00.000-07:00

Just one day to go until Lark in the Park 2008 will start! The site set up is nearly finished, team's have been planning for months to make this year's event happen, but most importantly to make it exciting, fun and for you to enjoy every second you are at the Park.

On Saturday the 26th July we start off with a Fun Day from 1 - 4pm. The Fun Day is for all the Family and there are games, challenges, tournaments and entertainment.
So come along and enjoy the first day of Lark in the Park 2008.

We are really looking forward to welcoming you on site.

ONLY 2 Weeks to go...

2008-07-13T06:50:00.000-07:00

2 WEEKS UNTIL LARK IN THE PARK 2008 START'S - WOW

At the Lark in the Park office, everybody is really excited for the event to happen and we are really looking forward to start Lark in the Park 2008. A lot of preparations have been taken place and we all hope you really going to enjoy the event and everything on it.

See you at Sidcup Place, Chislehurst Road, Sidcup

Let's get creative

2008-07-07T09:53:00.000-07:00

Let's Get Creative!Art Attack @ Saturday Fun DaysSaturday Afternoons, 1pm - 4pm
Come to one of our massive ART ATTACK events at the three Saturday Fun Day afternoons. Clay, badge making, painting, beads, and many more popular art and craft activities. No need to book; bring the family and get creative together. Most activities will be free, a small charge will apply for some crafts.

Art Attack @ HQ Fizz and BuzzThe Lark in the Park ART ATTACK team will be visiting HQ Fizz, (5-7yrs) on Tuesday afternoons and HQ Buzz, (8-11yrs) on Thursday afternoons. Book your children into HQ Kids clubs for those days for a messy and creative afternoon along with some regular Fizz and Buzz fun.

Inspiration (Adults Only)Weekday Afternoons 2pm – 3.40pm
Each weekday afternoon, the new INSPIRATION tent will be a place of creativity and peace, where anyone over 16 can pop in and try a range of arts and craft activities. Most activities are free, but there may be a small charge for some items of decoration. Plus a full programme of workshops, including flower arranging and watercolour painting, will be available. You will need to register for these tutored sessions (there may be a small fee) where you can learn a new skill.

Please be aware that the INSPIRATION tent is for adults only; children will need to be looked after elsewhere, for example in HQ FIZZ or BUZZ. Babies in prams are welcome, if they are happy to doze or watch your creative time! If you would like to do crafts with your children, then come to ART ATTACK at our Saturday Fun Days.

2008-07-04T09:54:00.000-07:00

Kids Clubs during Lark in the Park, weekdays 2 - 3.45 pm

FIZZ
Key Stage 1 (4-7 yrs)
A great combination of arts and crafts, storytelling, songs and games will provide two weeks of fun for boys and girls aged between 4 and 7 years. Once in the venue the children join a small group and work together during the activities and games. Our team of experienced leaders make sure that they enjoy themselves in a safe environment and help them learn lots of valuable lessons about friendship, choices, love and forgiveness. In keeping with our recycling theme for 2008, we will be making some amazing things out of recycled materials especially on our ART ATTACK TUESDAYS.

BUZZ
Key Stage 2 (7-11 yrs)
An action-packed programme awaits children this year in our Buzz venue – the Big Top. Over the two weeks children will have a chance to participate in games, drama, songs and group discussions about important life issues. They will be encouraged to find new friends, make good choices and work together during our exciting games. In keeping with our recycling theme we will be producing some giant pictures and making some amazing things on our ART ATTACK THURSDAYS. New this year is our resident robot and some thrilling go-kart races on our special track inside the venue. It’s going to be such fun!

HQ FAMILY SHOWTIME
On each Friday afternoon of Lark in the Park we plan to host a special showcase for all Fizz and Buzz children and their parents in the Big Top. Kicking off at 4.15, this 30-minute action-packed family time will give the children the opportunity to show you some of their art work and clever creations using recycled materials. You will be able to hear the songs, join in a giant game and watch a special drama presentation starring our very own robot.

2008-06-27T09:18:00.000-07:00

YOUTH @ Lark in the Park

EVERY EVENING 7.30pm-10pm (11-18yrs).

This year sees the launch of the Toastie Cafe, with a range of toasties, smoothies, milkshakes and non-alcoholic cocktails, comfy sofas and the best music; it’s the best place to hang out on those long summer nights.

2008-06-20T09:33:00.000-07:00

Lark in the Park 2008

The countdown has started and it's only 5 weeks to go until Lark in the Park Sidcup starts.

The dates for this year's event are:

26th July - 10th August,

Sidcup Place, Chislehurst Road, Sidcup, DA14 6BN

Make sure you put the dates in your diary and check it out.

See you there.