Park News

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Tickets are selling fast for the upcoming Park Jubilee Street Party – an event that promises to combine good old fashioned community spirit with a welcome dose of fundraising for local homelessness charity Framework. More than 800 tickets have been sold so far in advance of the event

The party, coordinated by the Nottingham Park Residents’ Association, takes place on Sunday, June 3rd, between 1pm and 6pm on Newcastle Circus and features a whole host of fun-filled events and activities; from live music, a puppet show and face painting to dancing, a tug of war and real ales and wine. A whole array of refreshments and foods from the Commonwealth will be available.

Tickets for a prize-packed raffle (first prize £300 cash, second prize £150 cash) cost £1 each or £5 for a strip and are available through Lesley Hyde lesley@hydemail.co.uk or 9415598 .If you would be prepared to help with sale please contact Lesley All proceeds will go to Framework, which helps more than 8,000 homeless and vulnerable people each year to rebuild their lives and reengage with society., largely in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

The raffle will be drawn late pm June 3rd.

Chris Senior, Framework’s Capital Fundraising Director, said: “We are delighted and honoured that The Park Residents’ Association has chosen to support the work of Framework through its celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

“To demonstrate such concern for people at the margins of our society, both socially and economically, lends added significance to this joyful occasion. At a time of hardship, when more people are facing the possibility of homelessness, and the resources to meet need have been radically reduced, this assistance is particularly welcome.

“We greatly appreciate this support of our work and very much look forward to sharing this special occasion with the community of The Park.”

Stephen Hyde, Party Coordinator “We are pleased with the ticket sales so far to what promises to be a truly great street party and delighted to be able to publicize and support Framework who do such valuable work.”

Some tickets to the event are still available at £8 so act soon They can be purchased by emailing janetangus@hotmail.com or calling Jose Russell (0115 910 7404) or Patricia Timms (07789 642623) or from the NPEL Office 7A Lenton Road 0115 94273 and ask for Medik

PHOTOS AND MEMORABILIA EXHIBITION AT THE PARK JUBILEE PARTY 3RD JUNE
 
Photos and memorabilia of the many big changes in The Park during the Queen’s reign will be on show during the Jubilee Party in Newcastle Circus on 3rd June.
 
Of special interest may be how residents took over The Park from Oxford University.
 
And did you know the John Player Tennis Tournament was a regular event in The Park?
 
Long term residents may remember the restoration of the gas lighting by Peter Millican.
 
Other key changes include The Park Act, passed through Parliament and the departure of the General Hospital.
 
And what about those legendary Park Parties in the Paddock!
 
Come along on 3rd June if you want to see and know more of the history of The Park – famous people who lived here, early photos of the grounds, past events, and some architectural highs and lows.
 
If you have your own Park memorabilia which you could include in the exhibition, Christine Walker would love to hear from you. E mail: walker.ce@virgin.net.

NEWCASTLE CIRCUS 1PM-6PM
 
The key elements are all in place to make the Jubilee Street Party a huge success.
 
The music line up includes Rock Choir, The Fabulous Teabag Boys, Jazztastic plus a mystery artist
 
And NEW this year, a dance floor .
 
There will be food from the Commonwealth including the UK of course
British and Australian: Beedhams with hog roast and burgers
Indian: Memsaab wraps etc
English: Naturals, Brownies and surprises
Malaysian: Nada Budaya Malay street food
 
There are a myriad of children’s activities like Bongo Bongo and Little Wickets, as set out in the earlier web notice
 
The BAR has been guaranteed not to run dry of real ale and wine, no matter how hot the day.
 
We will have electricity in Newcastle Circus to power our activities- thanks to the NPEL.
 
Tickets - yes there are some left but please note it’s less expensive to purchase in April. Under 5s free.
 
Ticket Price £8 ~ Only £6 if you buy before May 1st
 
SO IT MAKES SENSE TO BUY NOW
 
Ticket Sales: EMAIL janeteangus@hotmail.com or RING Jose Russell 0115 9107404 or Patricia Timms 07789 642623

Nottingham Park Residents' Association Presents

The Park Jubilee Street Party

SUNDAY 3RD JUNE from 1pm - 6pm on NEWCASTLE CIRCUS

Come and celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

• Sample foods from all around the Commonwealth
• Live Music and Dancing
• Real Ale Tent, Pimms and Wine
• Tea, Coffee & Homemade Cakes
• Lots of entertainment for the children
• Puppet Show ~ Bongo Bongo ~ Bouncy Castle
• Face Painting ~ Little Wickets ~ Craft Tent
• Park Royal Memorabilia
• Compete in The Park Olympiad
• Tug of War
• Games for Adults and children of all ages
• Royal Photo Booth
• Ticket Price £8 ~ Only £6 if you buy before May 1st
• Children under 5 free
• Tickets available from 1st March.
• Remember last year and book your tickets early.
• Numbers limited.
• Dress Code: Outrageous, but optional.
• Ticket Sales: EMAIL janetangus@hotmail.com or RING Jose Russell 0115 9107404 or Patricia Timms 07789 642623

Nottingham Park Residents’ Association e: info@parknews.co.uk w: www.parknews.co.uk

After the success of the first of our Spring Talks which attracted an audience of 38, the NPRA has organised the following talks for your Diary.

Science and Moonlight - Wednesday 29th February 7.30pm

An illustrated story of a group of very unusual men who, over two hundred years ago, played an important part in developing the scientific thought which was the background to the industrial revolution. Some of the inspiration for this talk is based on The Lunar Men by Jenny Uglow.  The speaker, Nick Galloway, is a Park resident with an interest in the history of science. He is a retired Ophthalmic Surgeon and past President of the European Association for Vision and Eye Research.

The Park Beeman - Wednesday 28th March 7.30pm

The major event and innovation was the Royal Wedding Street Party which by all accounts was very popular with the 800 or so people who came. One quote from a resident: ‘The Park really comes into its own on occasions like this and makes us even happier to live here’ There will be a Diamond Jubilee Street Party 3rd June 2012

The date for the Street Party to commorate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee has been fixed for Sunday June 3rd 2012.  Tickets will go on sale from March 1st 2012.  Planning for the event is now under way and if you would like to get involved please contact the NPRA committee.  The aim is build on the success of the Royal Wedding Party to product the best ever event in The Park.

There will be Christmas Carols from St Peter's Choir in Newcastle Circus on Saturday 17th December at 6.00pm.  Santa's grotto will be open from 5pm and Santa will be receiving small visitors.  There will be mulled wine and mince pies.

We have new offers on The Park Card from Le Chien et Moi on Derby Road and Ocean Design Furniture Showrooms on Castle Boulevard.  Please see details by clicking the link to The NPRA Park Card on the left.

The Autumn message from Jack Kent, the contractor who maintains the estate is now available.  Click on the link, Jack Kent - Autumn, or in the menu on the left hand side or this page.