Wokingham

Have you ever been caught out by a ‘free’ offer that turned out not to be free at all? Surely there’s nothing that’s really, truly free? For one dedicated week, from 20 to 27 August, the churches in Wokingham hope to persuade you there is such a thing as a free lunch – or at least free snacks – and more.

Come along to a Wokingham Big Idea event near you, for entertainment, music and family fun – nearly all of it absolutely free.

Tuesday 22 August from 3pm – Norreys Community event at Palmer School, Wokingham featuring craft demonstrations, games, sideshows, fire and rescue demonstrations and music.

Wednesday 23 August 11.00–19.00 - Divine Innovation! Youth event at Howard Palmer Gardens, with skateboarding, street art, café and DJ workshops.

Thursday 24 August from 3pm – Woosehill Community event at Chestnut Park, Wokingham featuring craft demonstrations, games, sideshows, fire and rescue demonstrations and music.

Friday 25 August 8pm – an evening with Syd Little at The Holt School, Wokingham. Hear how faith has shaped the life of half of the famous ‘Little and Large’. (This is the only event of The Big Idea that isn’t free – tickets are £2.50, and available by calling 0118 977 2814.)

Saturday 26 August 3pm til late – Central Community event at Elms Field, featuring craft demonstrations, games, sideshows, fire and rescue demonstrations and music. A free evening concert features Revelation Rock Gospel Choir.

Sunday 27 August from 3pm – The Big Idea ends with a celebratory ‘Last night at the proms’. Prayer, praise and picnic at Cantley Park.

During The Wokingham Big Idea week, teams of volunteers from Wokingham churches will tackle a number of projects to beautify and help the town – these range from cleaning up unsightly areas to decorating a school, and supporting local charities.

Co-ordinator Karl Relton commented,

“The whole Big Idea is to celebrate God’s love for the people of Wokingham, in some practical as well as fun ways. The events will be a great opportunity for people of all ages to get together in a friendly, family atmosphere. Together with other events at churches this summer, there is something for everyone – and nearly everything is free.”

For further information, please call Karl Relton on 0118 977 2814 or see www.the-big-idea.org

The Wokingham Big Idea