http://www.community-links.org/about-us/events/ Community Links Events en no-reply@community-links.org Copyright 2008 2008-11-27T16:51:20+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/community-links-christmas-quiz/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/community-links-christmas-quiz/#When:16:51:20Z Once again, we open our doors for the annual Community Links Christmas Quiz. This event is notorious for it's challenging questions, competitive spirit and lots of laughter! All funds raised will enable disadvantaged families the chance to have a proper Christmas, such as a Christmas lunch and gifts for the children. The event takes place on Thursday 27th November, 7.30pm. Teams of up to 8 can join, with an entry fee of £60 per team. Winners receive a shiny trophy, wine and the glory of course! To enter your team, contact Jacky South or Kevin Jenkins.   2008-11-27T16:51:20+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/chain-reaction1/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/chain-reaction1/#When:10:42:46Z Our national team, LinksUK have announced an exciting programme for our new initiative, Chain Reaction. Chain Reaction is about connecting people together from around the world to work together on new ideas for social change. A dedicated website, www.chain-reaction.org, is now live and tickets to the first Chain Reaction event in November are available to purchase online. As well as the opportunity to buy tickets, there is a forum for sharing ideas. Chain Reaction is about connecting people together from around the world to work together on new ideas for social change. Chain Reaction is about one talent, experience or idea unlocking another, creating massive energy in a chain. Our individual actions multiplied by millions of others are a driving force for change. If our individual actions are reflected by those of organisations and businesses, and supported by governments, then, together, we have the power to change the world. 500 people, two days, one big tent... We are developing an exciting programme for the first Chain Reaction that will enable participants to connect,collaborate and commit, and will result in at least 25 new networks, practical ideas for action or new ways of working. Book your tickets today! www.chain-reaction.org 2008-11-18T10:42:46+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/chain-reaction/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/chain-reaction/#When:09:10:04Z Our national team, LinksUK have announced an exciting programme for our new initiative, Chain Reaction. Chain Reaction is about connecting people together from around the world to work together on new ideas for social change. A dedicated website, www.chain-reaction.org, is now live and tickets to the first Chain Reaction event in November are available to purchase online. As well as the opportunity to buy tickets, there is a forum for sharing ideas. Chain Reaction is about connecting people together from around the world to work together on new ideas for social change. Chain Reaction is about one talent, experience or idea unlocking another, creating massive energy in a chain. Our individual actions multiplied by millions of others are a driving force for change. If our individual actions are reflected by those of organisations and businesses, and supported by governments, then, together, we have the power to change the world. 500 people, two days, one big tent... We are developing an exciting programme for the first Chain Reaction that will enable participants to connect,collaborate and commit, and will result in at least 25 new networks, practical ideas for action or new ways of working. Book your tickets today! www.chain-reaction.org 2008-11-17T09:10:04+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/community-links-annual-reception/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/community-links-annual-reception/#When:08:13:26Z Wednesday 22nd October, Painters Hall, London. By invitation only. The event will bring together guests from government, business, charitable trusts and community organisations, as well as individuals who have benefited from our projects. We hope you will see some familiar faces, hear great stories and enjoy drinks and the chance to mix in a superb venue. The evening’s programme will include: •    A day in our life, so you can see the full breadth of our work and discover how your support helps us change lives. •    More than the needs that come to our door - what we take to Number 10, Number 11 and other Minister’s doors! •    Acting local but thinking global. A glimpse at plans for our first ever international event, Chain Reaction. •    The innovation keeps going - our plans ahead. The evening will be hosted by Sir David Walker, the other members of our Leadership Group and our Trustees. For more information, contact Ruth Uwimana 2008-10-22T08:13:26+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/bike-vietnam/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/bike-vietnam/#When:08:18:31Z 4th October - 16 November 2008. Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's natural contrasting beauty - from the patchwork of bright green rice paddies to the rugged mountains and white sandy beaches you can't fail to be mesmerised by it's traditional charm. Find out more in our Fundraising Events section or contact Denise Thomas to sign up today. 2008-10-04T08:18:31+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/adidas-womens-5k-challenge/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/adidas-womens-5k-challenge/#When:13:19:39Z The Hydro Active Challenge for women is a 5 km fun run…or walk… in London’s Hyde Park each September. It’s an event for all women, of all ages and levels of fitness so you can join the front of the race to sprint your stuff, or if it’s your first challenge you can pace your way round the park supported by other community Links runners in this amazing event with a truly brilliant atmosphere. Training or taking part in the Challenge may be even more fun if you team up with friends. You can walk, jog, run – it’s your choice. Join our team! Running to get fit, or a fun day out with friends, this is a great challenge to feel healthy and help make a difference. Entry for 2008 places will be available soon, but do email Katie to register your interest. Join the Community Links team! – Please consider running for inner city kids. By raising funds you’ll transform the lives of children in one of the poorest boroughs in the UK where 55% of children live in poverty. We’ll be there to cheer you on and support you on race day. All our runners will receive… Sponsorship pack with details, forms and tips Online sponsorship page Community Links running vest Post race picnic where the Community Links runners can meet their supporters and each other over much deserved refreshments 2008-09-07T13:19:39+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/iceland-trek/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/iceland-trek/#When:08:18:31Z 16 - 24 August 2008. An exciting challenge with a striking mix of wild volcanic landscapes dotted with steaming lava fields, icecaps, glaciers, waterfalls, bubbling hot springs and geysers, the stunning Icelandic landscacpe is one you will never forget. Find out more in our Fundraising Events section or contact Denise Thomas for more information. 2008-08-16T08:18:31+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/london-triathlon/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/london-triathlon/#When:13:17:01Z Enter the Mazda London Triathlon for 2008 – This fantastic event is an inspirational challenge that takes place at London’s ExCel Centre in East London, where many Community Links projects run to help change the lives of childrens and adults for the better. Why not take up the challenge to swim, cycle, and run, pushing yourself or your team to make a difference. You can compete over the following distances: Individuals – SuperSprint 400m/10k/2.5km Sprint Distance 750m/20km/5km Olympic Distance 1500m/40km/10km Teams – Sprint Relay 750m/20k/5km Olympic Relay 1500m/40km/10km Enter now through the London Triathlon website and when you have secured your place join our Community Links team by contacting Katie for a sponsorship pack. With as many as 50% of competitors being first timers why not give it a try! Applications to take one of our charity places will be online in March. Please register your interest now by contacting Katie Please consider entering the London Triathlon to raise funds for Community Links project work which transforms lives in one of the poorest boroughs in the UK. We’ll be there to cheer you on and support you on race day. All our runners will receive… A sponsorship pack with details, forms and tips An online sponsorship page A Community Links running vest 2008-08-09T13:17:01+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/chevron-community-links-karting-challenge/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/chevron-community-links-karting-challenge/#When:13:04:00Z The Chevron Community Links Karting Challenge will be racing again on June 10th and 11th, 2008. Sign up online to register your team or email Katie. This fantastic and enjoyable night, helps to transform the lives of local children in an area where 55% live in poverty. Choose your team, choose your night, and then get ready to enjoy… A high-octane night of racing at The Raceway North Greenwich, the newest race track in London Competing for the Chevron Karting Trophies. A delicious free hot buffet and drinks Complimentary team photos and spectator tickets Racy Business On each night 16 teams of 6 drivers will compete in a 2 hour team endurance race, with driver change every 10 minutes. Drivers should be aged over 18, female or male. This is a challenging race, but no karting experience is required, as the brief beforehand will teach you all you need to know. 18.00 Drivers arrive for briefing and practice 19.15 Supporters arrive 19.30 Endurance race starts 21.30 End of racing and awards ceremony Your sponsorship drive ensures we are able to maintain our work with disadvantaged families in the most deprived areas of East London. It really does make the difference. To enter the Karting Challenge teams agree to raise a minimum of £700, which can be covered by drivers and/or sponsorship, and the total sponsorship money needs to be submitted on the race night in order to compete. We hope that with our support your team will raise far beyond the minimum. Once you’ve registered we’ll send you a drivers pack with sponsorship help. Generous backing by Chevron means the cost of your drive is covered and the funds you raise will go straight to Community Links, making a difference long after the chequered flag comes down. Sign up your team now and help make the 13th Chevron Community Links Karting Challenge our best yet! Please contact Katie Nicholls on 0207-473-9661 or email Katie with any questions 2008-07-10T13:04:00+00:00 http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/the-british-10k-london-run/ http://www.community-links.org/about-us/event/the-british-10k-london-run/#When:13:14:01Z Starting at Hyde Park Corner you’ll run through central London taking in the sights of Big Ben, Downing Street, St Paul’s Cathedral and Trafalgar Square ending your run at Whitehall. Why not take on the British 10k! It’s a fantastic event – challenging, but attainable and it all happens in the heart of London. Taking on this challenge will help to raise funds for Community Links’ project work which transforms lives in one of the poorest boroughs in the UK. We help over 53,000 children and adults in East London every year. You can help too, by racing for inner city kids and raising £250 against your 10k. How to register – Apply for one of our charity places by sending a completed application form and a deposit of £30 made payable to Community Links. but sign up soon as we have limited places! Or sign up online as an individual or corporate team on The British 10k London Run website . If you have secured your place separately you can still join our Community Links team by contacting Katie for a sponsorship pack. Join the Community Links team! – We’ll be there to cheer you on and support you on race day. All our runners will receive… Sponsorship pack with details, forms and tips Online sponsorship page Community Links running vest Finishers Medal and Asics goody bag 2008-07-06T13:14:01+00:00