September 2020

 

We are back for our next C25K programme

@ Portadown People’s Park

Starting on 7th September
Every Monday and Wednesday evenings for 8 weeks

Starting at 6.30pm

Costing £10 per person for 8 weeks (includes graduation t-shirt)

Limited numbers to allow socially distancing

Book here - https://getactiveabc.com/hw_programs/couch-to-5k/

 

Kind Regards

 

David Mayers

Parks Development Officer

 

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council

Have a hair-raising experience, filled with chills and thrills this Halloween at Portadown People’s Park Family Fun Day on Tuesday 29 October.

Guaranteed to lift your spirits – tickets go on sale on Monday 14 October at 10am from getactiveabc.com and cost £2 per child – so be sure to get your hands on yours!

Taking place from 1pm to 5pm on Tuesday 29 October, the Family Fun Day will see fa-boo-lous amusement rides, circus performers, a mystifying magic show, spine-tingling story telling sessions, soft play, a horrifying haunted house as well as the chance to toast marshmallows.

With creepy craft workshops, play activities, multi-sports sessions also on offer, all with music, hot drinks and ghoulish snacks on sale – there will be something for everyone! And don’t forget wear your spooky costume, wrap up warm and wear your wellies!

This event can only be attended by ticket holders so make sure you don’t miss out on this fang-tastic fun day to remember!

With a high demand expected for this event, be ready to visit getactiveabc.com this Monday 14 October at 10am! We look forward to seeing you there!Have a hair-raising experience, filled with chills and thrills this Halloween at Portadown People’s Park Family Fun Day on Tuesday 29 October.

Guaranteed to lift your spirits – tickets go on sale on Monday 14 October at 10am from getactiveabc.com and cost £2 per child – so be sure to get your hands on yours!

Taking place from 1pm to 5pm on Tuesday 29 October, the Family Fun Day will see fa-boo-lous amusement rides, circus performers, a mystifying magic show, spine-tingling story telling sessions, soft play, a horrifying haunted house as well as the chance to toast marshmallows.

With creepy craft workshops, play activities, multi-sports sessions also on offer, all with music, hot drinks and ghoulish snacks on sale – there will be something for everyone! And don’t forget wear your spooky costume, wrap up warm and wear your wellies!

This event can only be attended by ticket holders so make sure you don’t miss out on this fang-tastic fun day to remember!

With a high demand expected for this event, be ready to visit getactiveabc.com this Monday 14 October at 10am! We look forward to seeing you there!Have a hair-raising experience, filled with chills and thrills this Halloween at Portadown People’s Park Family Fun Day on Tuesday 29 October.

Guaranteed to lift your spirits – tickets go on sale on Monday 14 October at 10am from getactiveabc.com and cost £2 per child – so be sure to get your hands on yours!

Taking place from 1pm to 5pm on Tuesday 29 October, the Family Fun Day will see fa-boo-lous amusement rides, circus performers, a mystifying magic show, spine-tingling story telling sessions, soft play, a horrifying haunted house as well as the chance to toast marshmallows.

With creepy craft workshops, play activities, multi-sports sessions also on offer, all with music, hot drinks and ghoulish snacks on sale – there will be something for everyone! And don’t forget wear your spooky costume, wrap up warm and wear your wellies!

This event can only be attended by ticket holders so make sure you don’t miss out on this fang-tastic fun day to remember!

With a high demand expected for this event, be ready to visit getactiveabc.com this Monday 14 October at 10am! We look forward to seeing you there!Have a hair-raising experience, filled with chills and thrills this Halloween at Portadown People’s Park Family Fun Day on Tuesday 29 October.

Guaranteed to lift your spirits – tickets go on sale on Monday 14 October at 10am from getactiveabc.com and cost £2 per child – so be sure to get your hands on yours!

Taking place from 1pm to 5pm on Tuesday 29 October, the Family Fun Day will see fa-boo-lous amusement rides, circus performers, a mystifying magic show, spine-tingling story telling sessions, soft play, a horrifying haunted house as well as the chance to toast marshmallows.

With creepy craft workshops, play activities, multi-sports sessions also on offer, all with music, hot drinks and ghoulish snacks on sale – there will be something for everyone! And don’t forget wear your spooky costume, wrap up warm and wear your wellies!

This event can only be attended by ticket holders so make sure you don’t miss out on this fang-tastic fun day to remember!

With a high demand expected for this event, be ready to visit getactiveabc.com this Monday 14 October at 10am! We look forward to seeing you there!

Come along to Tannaghmore Gardens and pitch up for a free outdoor cinema event!

 

The fun-filled movie magic night will kick off at 7.30pm on Friday 27 September with the screening of the family favourite, Christopher Robin.

 

The live-action sequel to A.A. Milne's classic Winnie the Pooh stories, follows Christopher and Winnie the Pooh on a journey to find Tigger, Eeyore, Owl, Piglet, Rabbit, Kanga and Roo as they aim to reunite the gang. The funny and heart-warming story will be sure to keep adults and the kids alike entertained!

 

Make sure to come wrapped up warm and bring a blanket, beanbag or camping chair, then sit back, relax and enjoy the show starting at 7:30pm. Hot drinks, small snacks and popcorn can all be purchased on the night.

 

Everyone is welcome to this non-ticketed event. All children under the age of 16 must be supervised.

 

Organised through Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s Good Relations Action Plan, these events have been funded by The Northern Ireland Executive Office.

September 2019 

 

https://getactiveabc.com/events/mindfulness-walk-portadown-peoples-park/

https://getactiveabc.com/hw_programs/couch-to-5k/

 

COUCH TO 5K IS BACK!!

Taking up running can seem like a scary prospect, especially if you feel out of shape or unfit.

But did you know that regular running can help;

• Reduce the risk of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and having a stroke
• Boost your mood
• keep your weight under control

This July, in celebration of Love Parks Week, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is hosting a range of free activities for all the family to enjoy in some of its local picturesque parks and green spaces.

 

The annual UK wide Love Parks Week campaign, runs from 22 to 26 July 2019 and offers plenty of entertainment across the parks to keep the whole family entertained.

 

Kicking off the fun on Monday 22 July, children aged 4 to 8 years can get their hands dirty and learn about bugs, butterflies and creepy crawlies during Little Green Fingers at Lurgan Park from 10am to 12noon. In the afternoon, children of all ages can let their imagination run wild with the den building session at Lurgan Park from 2pm to 4pm.

 

On Tuesday 23 July, children aged 4 to 8 years can get the chance to go pond dipping and take part in a bug hunt and nature walk during the Mini Park Ranger Club in Portadown People’s Park or take part in more den building in the park that afternoon from 2pm to 4pm.

 

On Wednesday 24 July, children aged 4 to 8 years can get a taste of the great outdoors and learn adventurous new skills with Bushcraft activities taking place at Edenvilla from 10am to 12 noon and Tannaghmore Gardens from 2pm to 4pm.

 

For those that missed the Little Green Fingers earlier in the week, you can catch a session on Thursday 25 July at Edenvilla Park from 10am to 12noon. Also on Thursday, children aged 4 to 8 can enjoy some traditional playground games including skipping, hopscotch, hoopla and beanbag races at Tannaghmore Gardens from 2pm to 4pm.

 

Rounding off the week, children aged 6 to 12 years can enjoy a multi sports session delivered by Everybody Active coaches at Tannaghmore Gardens from 10am to 12noon and Lurgan Park from 2pm to 4pm.

 

As places are limited, booking is essential.

 

For more information or to book a place please call 07766 740427.

Peoples Park Easter 2019 

Play Awareness Sessions For Parents
PlayBoard NI’s Play Awareness sessions for Parents are designed specifically for parents and carers. This half-day Play Awareness session will strengthen parents understanding of play and its importance to the growth and development of their children. They will also gain practical ideas which they can incorporate into their homes or local community to enhance opportunities for play.
The session aims to help parents:
Better understand the importance of play for children and young people’s holistic health and wellbeing.
Explore how play facilitates attachment and builds relationships between children and parents.
Have a greater understanding of the range of play types, their importance in terms of supporting growth and development; and how children and a variety of play types can be supported within home/community settings.
Explore the role of the adult parent/carer in the play process and how parents can best facilitate play in a way that meets their child’s needs.
Understand the importance of risk and challenge for the development of resilience, independence and life skills.
Gain practical play ideas that can be applied within the home and/or local community to enhance opportunities for play.
Play For Parents Programme
The Play for Parents programme is part of the overall ‘Play Matters’ initiative which is being facilitated by PlayBoard NI in collaboration with the Department of Education.
The programme is funded by the Early Intervention Transformation Programme (EITP). 
The aim of the programme is to provide parents and the professionals who work with them, the knowledge and understanding of the many benefits of play in relation to children’s growth and development through play.
In addition to the areas identified above, sessions can explore a range of issues pertinent to the specific needs of each group i.e. inclusive play etc.
What are the benefits of the session?
The session covers a wide variety of topics and participants will gain practical tips and ideas for play opportunities for their children.
The Play Training sessions are delivered by a group of occupationally competent Playwork Tutors from Belfast Met and People 1st.
To find out more information please visit:
www.playboard.co.uk.
Should you have any queries or wish to discuss the Play for Parents programme further, please don’t hesitate to contact Karen Witherspoon at: 
karen.witherspoon@playboard.co.uk.