Welcome to the latest edition of the ParkLife newsletter, aka the Marmite Edition!
ParkLife Newsletter: The Marmite Edition!
Whether you think it's the best thing since sliced bread or something you'd rather feed to the ducks, we promise it includes some interesting stuff with a splattering of drivel.
Everyone is different, fabulously unpredictable, and endlessly entertaining! So, grab a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy our drivel, newsletter.
We are called The Friends of Harrow Weald and know, time is not our friend.
Article Index
- ParkLife update:
- This months Events
- Off The Wall, AFFORDABLE ART EXHIBITION:
- Nice people doing nice things: (The difference one person can make!)
- Projects update
- Social Marketing and community:
- The moron chronicle
- Gratitude Galore:
- Directions to ParkLife (Opens new window)
- Community Clubcard
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Together we can achieve remarkable things! Let's keep spreading love, positivity, and laughter throughout our community, making every day an adventure to remember. With boundless joy and bug-filled dreams. Look at life in a holistic way.
It is difficult to put into words how things fall together so perfectly for the good of everyone. In the past months we have seen volunteers take over many of the needs to help keep ParkLife ticking. Each person enjoys their time getting involved and spending time with others. Projects take time to build and settle, we are always looking for volunteers to help deliver projects, some people spend just two hours, others offer help remotely. In September we will be making some changes and would like to find a few extra volunteers to help with community events, volunteering @ ParkLife does not mean we can only offer café volunteering, come in and chat with our peeps and find your place. Together, we need your awesomeness to complete the picture! -----------------------------------
We are absolutely bursting with pride to announce that Andy Hannons work has made a splash in an incredible news article about events happening right here at ParkLife Cafe. This piece is being circulated across several Asian newspapers.
Heartening Talk at ParkLife Café Sheds Light on Heart Health
London — Park Life Café was abuzz with interested residents last Thursday (6th June 2024) as the ongoing partnership between Imperial College London and the Enderley Road Patients’ Association presented another informative talk. This initiative, spearheaded by Bipin Dattani and ParkLife Team fosters a unique collaboration between world-class researchers and Harrow residents. Read More
------------------------------------------ Dishwasher Diaries: The UDATE Thank You, Overachievers! During June we reached out for support to fill our dishwasher in aid of the planet. Magnificent legends! A colossal thank you to everyone who flocked to our café and took up the noble task of filling our dishwasher. You’ve outdone yourselves in ways we didn’t even think possible. Seriously, our target was not just met, it was obliterated! Now, because of your overwhelming support, our clipboard-wielding, overly serious-suited researchers are back to the drawing board. Yep, they didn’t plan for such a wildly successful response (massive thank you to all that helped) and now must redo their entire study. It’s chaos in the best possible way. So, the suits are now scrambling to crunch new numbers, For the foodies out there: We’ve got you covered: meat-eaters, vegetarians, kosher, halal, vegans, everyone is welcome! |
Nothing is really one size fits all, we are all individuals and different, yet everything is interconnected in different ways.
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THIS MONTHS EVENTSImperial College London (PerC)
The Cancer Loyalty Card Study (CLOCS) is an observational case-control study developed to test this hypothesis. The main results from CLOCS show that purchases of pain and indigestion medication were detected up to 8 months prior to diagnosis for ovarian cancer patients compared with controls. This occurs well in advance of the patient’s self-reported first GP visit approximately 3.5 months prior to diagnosis. This is the final Imperial session for the summer. We have started to put the archive of these sessions online, including the presentation notes.
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To book a Busby club for group session for your community group or charity click here to find out how Do you hold a raffle to raise money for your activities?We want to give you a FREE prizes for your to raffle.
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Each week will be a therapeutic experience where we will take a gentle walk around Bentley Priory Nature Reserve. The walks will be interspersed with nature-connection activities based on the theme of our senses.
Anyone can apply but we particularly hope to target older people, people who are isolated, carers, or those who may be struggling with their mental health.
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Cancer Loyalty Card Study (CLOCS)
We are beyond thrilled (and slightly giddy) to invite you to the most fabulous, fantastic, and fun-filled art event of the century: |
NICE PEOPLEPositivity Prevails: A Heartfelt Thank You from ParkLife Why must news always be so negative? They say bad news travels faster, and the minority who create mayhem seem to get a louder voice. Does positivity really beat negativity? At ParkLife, we would like to say thank you and show you why it does! There are bad things that go on around us all, we try and focus on good and positivity. The fabric of life works in funny ways.
ParkLife was only possible because of one single kind politician and a community of strangers rowing together in the same direction. ParkLife is just a building, it’s the lots of strangers that have come together to create and we are always ask ourselves, how? It’s not a vision, a spreadsheet, or a board of decision-makers; it’s a shared love of other people. Thank you, Graham Henson, who sees the value in community wellbeing, saw vision in our ramblings about a community space with something different, and is the reason ParkLife exists. So, on behalf of all the rowers, thank you for the 1000th time. (Our roots and focus). -------------------------------------------------- One person can make a difference. Believe in your inner self, follow your instincts, and find one of these awesome groups around Harrow to spend time with. They may be a bit nuts, but they are always kind and caring people, and there is nothing healthier than caring for the We are over-the-top shocked at some data just presented to us last week about how ParkLife has evolved and how Harrow is changing for the good with people power.
Take the fabulous Harrow Litter Pickers as an example. This community of caring residents is all about positivity, with bursts of humour at what they find—probably flabbergasted by some ancient relics! The HLP numbers are growing with kind people, community groups, and individuals of all ages embracing one simple objective: keeping our community nicer. The litterers? A minority who has yet to grasp the joy of a cleaner Harrow. Park Groups, Nature Groups, and More From park groups to nature enthusiasts, Harrow is buzzing with free events, choirs, arts, and charities helping specific areas of our society. Community groups are encouraging wildflowers around the borough. Nature, humans, bugs, and all are important to the wellbeing of us all. A Special Thank you to the all the people that make a difference throughout Harrow, everything starts with one person or a small group of amazingly thoughtful individuals. and again thank you, Graham, for understanding the 103-year-old lady's words: “She would take life over age.” your support has been instrumental in making ParkLife a reality and showing that love for others is the driving force behind our community's success. We celebrate the power of positivity and all the incredible people of Harrow who make it all possible! |
A 103-year-old lady recently said she would take life over age (fact-checked), and this got us thinking (because owls think a lot) about time and how ParkLife has developed.
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PROJECT UPDATES
When Team ParkLife started, the sentiment was always for bugs and humans alike. ParkLife is for people – The same level of care will be afforded to bugs Over the coming few weeks, we will be rolling out some incredible plans created by some amazing caring and clever people. Nothing we will be doing is different from anything you have already seen; however, The ParkLife Bug Squad have broken boundaries and exceeded expectation. The word we would use at this stage is extreme convergence. Part of this plan will involve putting bugs centre stage with education and community involvement. WIN A PIZZA - Could you design a bug squad logo?
Harrow Weald Health Hub
it's not about fixing ailments but rather nurturing wellness through engaging discussions.
Off The Wall
Sharing art and artists work with the community, showing the work of amazing people who create art.
Harmony Hubs
Crafting weekends centred on national holidays and religious celebrations
Busby Clubs
Busby clubs are about people getting together to enjoy time in peaceful
ParkLife is a project
A community full ideas that is pulled together in partnership with kindness to others
Litter picking project
One piece of litter at a time! Kudos to our community groups. Through this project you can:
Environmental Projects
Recycling is an issue that cannot be solved without everyone being onboard.
Smart Park Project
A smart park is not really smart. It’s more about being smart in it’s uses for the community.
Parks Wellbeing & you!
'Parks, Wellbeing, and You' which delved into the evolving dynamics of life surrounding parks
Community Action Committee
'Parks, Wellbeing, and You' which delves into the evolving dynamics of life surrounding parks
ParkLife café is a community, powered by partnerships with everyone from volunteers to sponsors, even the mighty Imperial College London! Here's the scoop on what we've got brewing: Harrow Weald Health Hub: Who needs a doctor when you've got engaging discussions? Say goodbye to ailments and hello to wellness! Off The Wall: Prepare to be dazzled by the talent in our midst! From jaw-dropping art to awe-inspiring artists, we've got it all. Harmony Hubs: Craft your heart out at our crafting weekends, where we celebrate holidays and religious traditions with a twist of imagination! Busby Clubs: Take a break from the chaos and unwind in our peaceful oasis. If you're an unpaid carer, or just looking for some R&R and chat with others, there's a Busby club with your name on it! Litter picking project: Together, we're making a difference, one piece of litter at a time! Kudos to our community groups.
ParkLife: Our pride and joy, where tomorrow's parks are born today! Join us in our tiny but mighty mission to spread kindness and create a greener, happier community.
Environmental Projects: Get your hands dirty and make a difference! From litter-picking to recycling, we're saving the planet one project at a time.
Smart Park Project: Who needs a genius park when you've got a smart one? Dive into our open-source online project and share your skills with the community!
Parks Wellbeing & You!: Discover the magic of parks and well-being in our interactive sessions. Because life is too short to stress—let's find some positive solutions together!
Community Action Committee: Humans, bugs, and everything in between, unite! Let's tackle life's challenges with a smile and show society who's boss, with nature, kindness and community as our guide.
So come on down and join the fun at ParkLife café, we can't wait to meet you! |
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SOCIAL MARKETING
Real Projects, Real People: Let your business shine within the community with exciting projects that real folks can get behind.
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