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CONTENTS:

InterAct with us...…………...P2

Important News................P3

Meet the Team………..……...P4

Term Time Activities………..P5-9

COZ Club………………….........P10

Overnight Break.…………..…P10

Easter Holiday Activities....P11-12

Welcome to the March and Easter

Holidays Activity Programme! If you are

a young person aged 12-18 with

learning disabilities/additional needs,

check out the wide range of social

activities on offer. We have an exciting

time in store, with regular club nights,

an overnight break at Mersea Island for

an active weekend, plus lots of fun day

trips, including Woburn Safari Park,

Crabbing, Segwaying & much more.

Take a look inside...

Young People

Activity Programme March and Easter Holidays 2016

Booking now essential

InterAct, Moulsham Mill, Parkway, Chelmsford, CM2 7PX, Charity No 1048631, Company No 3087233

01245 608206

Please make staff

aware of any food

intolerances when

you see this symbol

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR

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InterAct (Chelmsford)

01245 608206

youngpeopleteam@interact.org.uk

Moulsham Mill, Parkway, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 7PX

www.interact.org.uk

@interactchelm

with us Join in the fun and make friends with InterAct’s Short Breaks group activities. Whether it’s a couple of hours at the movies, or a whole day at the zoo, our Activity Programme is bursting with fun things for

young people to do, whilst giving parents/carers a break. We support young people to get out and about in the community,

make friends, build new skills and try new activities. We offer a full range of evening, weekend and after school activities

throughout the academic year, based in Basildon, Braintree, Chelmsford, Colchester and Tendring, whilst day trips during

school holidays are wider spread. The young people are always happy to welcome new InterActors to the groups!

Not ready for Group Activities? Ask us about Our fantastic programme that links young

people with learning disabilities and special needs with peers and volunteers, guided by a Circles Co-ordinator. Young peers provide volunteer support, friendship, mentoring, inclusion, skills development, confidence building and, of course, lots of FUN!

Are you registered with InterAct? We ask parents/carers to complete and return a signed registration form and risk

assessment before their son, daughter or the young person in their care can take part in their first InterAct activity. Please download these forms from our website or give us a call.

If you’re feeling a bit shy or unsure if InterAct is for you, ask about “Taster Days” with one of the team. We are only a call away.

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Important News To enable us to provide fair and equal access to, and resourcing for, activities, we have

introduced a booking system for all term time activities, with effect from 1st March 2016. Many of you will be familiar with the current online system for booking holiday activities. The

same system will now be used for booking term time activities as well. Bookings can be made in advance via our website at www.interact.org.uk/booknow or you can get in touch with the team by phone or email - contact details can be found on Page 2.

The team are always available to discuss this, and any other matters. InterAct Activity Coordinators will still be contacting you on a weekly basis to let you know the

full details of upcoming activities.

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Lesley Bailey:

07908 616149

Health and

Wellbeing Lead

We have the enthusiasm, commitment, confidence and ability to identify with young people; we are passionate about our work and wish to inspire young people to aspire to and achieve their full potential. We know from feedback that time spent at InterAct activities makes a positive difference to the whole family.

Meet InterAct’s Young People Team

Andrew Denny:

07976 781054

Short Breaks Lead

Jenny Jackson:

07972 330725

Activity Co-Ordinator

Susie Nankivell:

07763777211

Young People

Team Lead

Olivia Moss:

07506 566841

Youth Work

Apprentice

Danielle Bailey:

07976 781238

Activity Co-Ordinator

Young People Team: 01245 608206 youngpeopleteam@interact.org.uk

Peter Dilley:

07890051476

Youth and

Safeguarding Lead

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Term Time Activities —Basildon (Tuesdays)

The Basildon Group meet on a Tuesday evening (see dates below). Activities are chosen by the young people based on their interests. Our Activity Co-ordinator will

keep in touch with parents/carers during the week to confirm details of the upcoming activity and where to meet.

Date Time Activity Cost Where to

meet

Additional

info

Tuesday

1 March

5:45pm

—

7:45pm

THE QUAYS, MEAL OUT —Banter and a bite out at The

Quays, Basildon Festival Leisure Park.

Sit back, relax and chat amongst friends.

£10 approx.

Please bring

extra for

dessert

Festival

Leisure Park,

Basildon

SS14 3WB

TP1

Tuesday

15

March

5:45pm

—

7:45pm

BASILDON BOWLING & BRAINSTORM BONANZA — Will

you strike it lucky? Bowl on down to Basildon Festival

Leisure Park and join us for two games of bowling and a

drink. Bring additional money for food, if required. We

will also have time to chat about your favourite activities

and what you would like us to try in future programmes

£8

+ Food money

Hollywood

Bowl, Festival

Leisure Park,

Basildon

SS14 3WB

Must

wear

socks.

TP2

Easter Holidays

Please see Easter Holiday Activities

on pages 11 & 12 to find out what’s

on and how to book.

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206

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Date Time Activity Cost Where to meet Additional info

Wednesday

2 March

5:45pm

—

8:00pm

TRAMPOLINING AT JUMP STREET— Check out the indoor trampoline centre, Jump Street, in Colchester. With over 50 interconnected trampolines going wall-to-wall, it’s an ideal area to practise your flips and keep fit.

£10

+ £1.50 for

socks if

required

Minibus pick up

from:

Braintree

Freeport,

CM77 8YH

Bring your Jump Street Socks or £1.50 to buy a pair. Please note: 11 minibus spaces

TP3

Wednesday

9 March

6:00pm

—

8:00pm

BRAINTREE BOWLING & BRAINSTORM BONANZA — Will you strike it lucky? Bowl on down to Braintree Freeport and join us for two games of bowling and a drink. Bring additional money for food, if required. We will also have time to chat about your favourite activities and what you would like us to try in future programmes.

£6

+ food

money

Namco

Funscape,

Braintree

Freeport,

CM77 8YH

Must wear

socks.

TP4

Wednesday

16 March

5:45pm

—

8:00pm

SPLASH ‘N’ MAC — Enjoy a dip in the pool at Freeport Leisure Centre. After all that splashing around, we’ll head to McDonald’s for a treat. Don't forget your towel, swimming costumes, change for lockers and McDonald’s money.

£4

+ food

money

Freeport

Leisure Centre,

Braintree,

CM77 8YJ

Bring £1 for

locker.

TP5

Tuesday

22 March

5:30pm

—

8.30pm

BOARD GAME FUN— Try to Monopolise without getting Scrabbled, have Patience and not get Frustrated. Over 16 year olds can take part in a Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop: There are times when we can all struggle and be affected by all sorts of things like stress, exams, relationships, problems at home or bullying. We need to know as much about our minds as we do our bodies. Join a fun and interactive workshop to improve your awareness and understanding. Ooooooohhhhhh and we will also have pizza and doughnuts! Working in partnership with Essex Youth Services.

Free

Minibus pick up

from:

Braintree

Freeport,

CM77 8YH

Please note: 11

minibus spaces. TP6

Wednesday

23 March

6:00pm

—

8:00pm

CINEMA — Watch your Hollywood heroes on the big screen and snack on popcorn at Braintree Cineworld. Film and time to be confirmed.

£10 approx

Cineworld,

Braintree

Freeport,

CM77 8YH

Bring carer’s

card if eligible.

TP7

Easter Holidays Please see Easter Holiday Activities on pages 11 & 12 to

find out what’s on and how to book.

Term Time Activities —Braintree (Wednesdays)

The Braintree Group meet weekly on Wednesdays. Activities are chosen by the young people based on their interests. Our Activity Co-ordinators

will keep in touch with parents/carers during the week to confirm details of the upcoming activity and where to meet.

Activity Co-ordinator—Andrew Denny (07976 781054) & Youth Work Apprentice—Olivia Moss (07506 566841)

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow or 01245 608206

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Date Time Activity Cost Where to meet Additional info

Tuesday

1 March

6:30pm

—

8:15pm

TRAMPOLINING AT JUMP STREET— Check out the indoor trampoline centre, Jump

Street, in Colchester. With over 50 interconnected trampolines going wall-to-wall,

it’s an ideal area to practise your flips and keep fit.

£10

+ £1.50 for

socks if

required

21 Mason Road,

Cowdray Centre,

Colchester,

CO1 1BX

Bring your Jump

Street Socks or

£1.50 to buy a

pair.

TP8

Tuesday

8 March TBC

CINEMA — Watch your Hollywood heroes on the big screen and snack on popcorn

at Colchester Odeon. Film and time to be confirmed on release of cinema

programme.

£10

+ food

money

ODEON

Head Street,

Colchester,

CO1 1NH

Bring carer’s

card if eligible.

TP9

Tuesday

15 March

6:30pm

—

8:30pm

COLCHESTER BOWLING & BRAINSTORMING BONANZA — Will you strike it lucky?

Bowl on down to Ten Pin and join us for two games of bowling and a drink. Bring

additional money for food, if required. We will also have time to chat about your

favourite activities and what you would like us to try in future programmes.

£5.10

bring extra

for table

tennis/pool

if required

Tenpin

Cowdray Avenue,

Colchester,

CO1 1YH

Must wear

socks. TP10

Tuesday

22 March

5.30pm

—

8.30pm

BOARD GAME FUN— Try to Monopolise without getting Scrabbled, have Patience and not get Frustrated. Over 16 year olds can take part in a Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop: There are times when we can all struggle and be affected by all sorts of things like stress, exams, relationships, problems at home or bullying. We need to know as much about our minds as we do our bodies. Join a fun and interactive workshop to improve your awareness and understanding. Ohhhhhhh and we will also have pizza and doughnuts! Working in partnership with Essex Youth Services.

Free

Colchester

Town House,

39-42 East

Stockwell Street,

Colchester,

CO1 1SS

TP11

Easter Holidays Please see Easter Holiday Activities on pages 11 &

12 to find out what’s on and how to book.

Term Time Activities—Colchester (Tuesdays)

The Colchester Group meet weekly on Tuesdays. Activities are chosen by the young people based on their interests. Our Activity Co-ordinator will keep in touch with

parents/carers during the week to confirm details of the upcoming activity and where to meet. Activity Co-ordinator—Jenny Jackson (07972 330725)

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206

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Term Time Activities — Tendring (Thursdays / Fridays)

The Tendring Group meet every other week on either a Thursday or a Friday. Activities are chosen by the young people based on their interests. Our Activity

Co-ordinator will keep in touch with parents/carers during the week to confirm details of the upcoming activity and where to meet.

Activity Co-Ordinator—Jenny Jackson (07972 330725)

Date Time Activity Cost Where to meet Additional info

Thursday

10 March

6:30pm

—

8:30pm

AMAZING SHAPES —watch performers spin 'flow toys', including glow in the

dark hoops, and other fun equipment that you can have a go at too.

Pool tables will also be available.

Working in partnership with Essex Youth Services and First Site

£3

Vibe Centre,

Mayflower School,

Main Road,

Harwich,

CO12 4AJ.

Comfortable/

sports clothing

recommended.

TP12

Thursday

24 March

6:30pm

—

8:30pm

MEXICAN MEAL & BRAINSTORMING BONANZA— Burritos, enchiladas, chilli and tortillas! Come along and enjoy a meal out. Sombreros optional. We will also have time to chat about your favourite activities and what you

would like us to try in future programmes.

£12

El Guaca, 2 Marine

Parade West.

Clacton, CO15 1RH

TP13

EASTER HOLIDAYS Please see Easter Holiday Activities on pages 11

& 12 to find out what’s on and how to book.

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206

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Term Time Activities —Chelmsford (Mondays & Wednesdays)

The Chelmsford Group meet every other Wednesday during term time at 7pm for Bounce & Bowl. In addition to this they also meet every other Monday for

varied Chelmsford based activities. Please see dates below. Activities are chosen by the young people based on their interests. Our Activity Co-ordinators

will keep in touch with parents during the week to confirm details of the upcoming activity and where to meet.

Activity Co-ordinator— Danielle Bailey (07976 781238) & Youth Work Apprentice—Olivia Moss (07506 566841)

Date Time Activity Cost Where to meet Additional info

Wednesday

2 March

7:00pm

—

9:00pm

BOUNCE & BOWL— Bowl at Tenpin then bounce at a fun trampoline session led by a

qualified coach. Please note: trampoline centre is not suitable for wheelchair users. £10

Tenpin,

Widford Ind Est,

Chelmsford CM1 3UB

Wear suitable

clothing, no

jeans.

TP14

Monday

7 March

6:00pm

—

8:00pm

MEAL OUT & BRAINSTORMING BONANZA — Banter and a bite out at one of

Chelmsford's best eateries. Sit back, relax, and chat amongst friends. We will also

have time to chat about your favourite activities and what you would like us to try in

future programmes.

£10

approx TBC TP15

Wednesday

16 March

7:00pm

—

9:00pm

BOUNCE & BOWL— Bowl at Tenpin then bounce at a fun trampoline session led by a

qualified coach. Please note: trampoline centre is not suitable for wheelchair users. £10

Tenpin,

Widford Ind Est,

Chelmsford CM1 3UB

Wear suitable

clothing, no

jeans.

TP16

Monday

21 March TBC

CINEMA — Watch your Hollywood heroes on the big screen and snack on popcorn at

Chelmsford ODEON. Film and time to be confirmed on release of cinema programme. £10

Odeon Chelmsford,

Kings Head Walk

Chelmsford CM2 6FH

Bring carer’s

card if eligible. TP17

EASTER HOLIDAYS Please see Easter Holiday Activities on pages 11 & 12

to find out what’s on and how to book.

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206

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Term Time Activities —COZ Club (Fridays) @ Aspire Centre Chelmsford COZ CLUB — Chill out with friends at COZ Club. Every Friday during term time, 5-8pm at the Aspire Centre, Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford. Activity Co-ordinators— Danielle Bailey (07976 781238) & Youth Work Apprentice Olivia Moss—(07506 566841)

Date Time Activity Cost Additional info

Friday

4 March

5:00pm

—

8:00pm

MOTHERS’ DAY BAKING— Why not join us at COZ and bake the special person that looks after you

something to remember! Olivia and Danielle will help you whip up a masterpiece. £5 TP19

Friday

11 March

5:00pm

—

8:00pm

EASTER EGG MAKING—Join us at Aspire for an evening of CHOCOLATE! We know it’s a bit early, but

hopefully you will be able to resist temptation and save the eggs! £5 TP20

Friday

18 March

5:00pm

—

8:00pm

ST PATRICKS PARTY— Come celebrate everything Irish (except Guinness), wear green, and be ready

to listen to Ireland’s finest acts. You couldn’t Script this party, U2 will be Bewitched by the evening, so

come on girls it’s not just a Boyzone!

£5

Wear

Something

green

TP21

EASTER HOLIDAYS Please see Easter Holiday Activities on pages 11 & 12 to find

out what’s on and how to book.

Overnight Breaks Please book by 11th March, 2016 We will invoice following confirmation. Date Time Activity Cost Additional info

Saturday

19 March

-

Sunday

20 March

19/3/16

9:00am

—

20/3/16

2:00pm

Direct:

19/3/16

10am

—

20/3/16

1pm

MERSEA ISLAND OVERNIGHT BREAK— This weekend at Mersea Outdoors

will include high ropes, archery, bush craft skills and caving!!! As well as

walks along the beach and lots of fun in the evening.

We will be staying in Mersea’s log cabins. Don’t worry though, heating is

included!

All food and accommodation provided.

£10

Please note: 11 minibus

spaces picking up from:

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX.

Or you can meet us

direct at:

Mersea Essex Outdoors,

Rewsalls Lane,

Colchester, CO5 8SX

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206

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Easter Holidays Activities Please book activities by 14 March unless otherwise stated. We will invoice following confirmation.

Date Time Activity Cost Ref Pickups/Meet Points Other Info

Tuesday 29 March

4:30pm

—

7:30pm

BOARD GAME FUN— Try to Monopolise without getting Scrabbled, have Patience and not get Frustrated. Over 16 year olds can take part in a Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop: There are times when we can all struggle and be affected by all sorts of things like stress, exams, relationships, problems at home or bullying. We need to know as much about our minds as we do our bodies. Join a fun and interactive workshop to improve your awareness and understanding. Ooooooohhhhhh and we will also have pizza and doughnuts! Working in partnership with Essex Youth Services.

Free HP

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Greenlodge Youth Centre, 180 Old Road, Clacton - on - Sea, CO15 3AY

Tuesday 29 March

9:00am

—

5.00pm

STUBBERS ADVENTURE CENTRE— Enjoy an action packed day of sailing, high ropes, grass sledging and rifle shooting. It will prove to be an active day!

* Priority given to young people living in Mid Essex

£36

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

177

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9:00am—5:00pm

Bring packed

lunch.

Please note:

11 minibus

spaces.

Wednesday 30 March

9:00am

—

5.45pm

(Please see

minibus

pickup info)

CHESSINGTON WORLD OF ADVENTURES— Back on the programme by popular demand. InterAct staff are on hand to protect you from the Vampire, and dry you off after the Bubbleworks. Be sure to join us for all the thrills and spills that Chessington has to offer.

* Priority to be given to young people living in South Essex

£22

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

178

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9:00am—5:45pm

Sainsbury’s

Cricketer’s Way, Basildon,

SS13 1SA:

9:45pm—5pm

Bring packed

lunch.

Please note:

11 minibus

spaces.

Thursday 31 March

9:00am

—

5.00pm

(Please see

minibus

pickup info)

MILLENIUM FARM TRUST— Spend the day on a working farm with practical workshops alongside the animals. You will get the chance to collect eggs, look after the donkeys, feed the goats, and much much more! You will also be involved in a craft activity in the afternoon.

* Priority given to young people living in North Essex

£20 HP

179

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9:00am—5:00pm

Colchester United

Football Stadium, CO4 5UP:

9:45am—4:15pm

Bring packed

lunch.

Please note:

11 minibus

spaces.

Friday 1 April

9:00am

—

5.00pm

(Please see

minibus

pickup info)

SEGWAY AND LEGO DAY— Sounds like an odd combination but we are sure you will have fun. Start off the day on a segway in Thetford Forest and end the day at a Lego workshop where you can marvel at the Lego structures at Moyses Hall in Bury St Edmunds. * Priority given to young people living in North Essex

£30

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

180

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9:00am—5:00pm

Colchester United

Football Stadium, CO4 5UP:

9:45am—4:15pm

Bring packed

lunch.

Please note:

11 minibus

spaces.

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206

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Easter Holidays Activities

Please book activities by 14 March 2016 unless stated otherwise. We will invoice following confirmation.

Date Time Activity Cost Ref Minibus pickups/Meet

Points Additional info

Monday

4 April

9:00am

—

5:00pm

WOBURN SAFARI PARK— Join us for an Easter safari at

Woburn. See bears, lions, monkeys and tigers; you’ll be sure

to have a grrrrreat time.

* Priority given to young people living in Mid Essex.

£11

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

181

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9am— 5.00pm

Bring a packed

lunch & spending

money.

Please note: 11

minibus spaces.

Tuesday

5 April

9:00am

—

5.00pm

(Please

see

minibus

CRABBING IN WALBERSWICK—BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Crabbing by the seaside. Prize for the biggest crab! Prize for

the smallest crab! Prize for the ugliest crab! We will also be

having a fish ’n’ chips lunch.

* Priority to be given to young people living in North Essex.

£8

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

182

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9:00am—5:00pm

Colchester United Football

Stadium, CO4 5UP:

9:45am—4:15pm

Bring

spending money.

Please note: 11

minibus spaces.

Wednesday

6 April

9:00am

—

5:45pm

SHREKS ADVENTURE TOUR AND THAMES BOAT CRUISE—

After a relaxing sightseeing boat cruise on the Thames, a

unique walk and ride attraction is next in line. Step into the

kingdom of Far Far Away and enjoy a brand new madcap

Shrek adventure, where amazing DreamWorks animation,

captivating story-telling and a good dose of Donkey’s

cheekiness awaits. * Priority given to young people living in South Essex.

£16

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

183

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9.00am— 5.45pm

Sainsbury’s, Cricketer’s

Way, Basildon, SS13 1SA:

9:45pm—5pm

Bring a packed

lunch & spending

money.

Please note: 11

minibus spaces.

Thursday

7 April

9:00am

—

5.00pm

COLCHESTER CASTLE MUSEUM / ROLLERWORLD / QUASAR—

Enjoy a fun filled day in Colchester. Visit the castle museum,

and then head over to Rollerworld where you can skate and

whizz around, and then team up for a fun game of Quasar!

* Priority to be given to young people living in North Essex.

£21

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

184

Moulsham Mill,

Chelmsford, CM2 7PX:

9:00am—5:00pm

Meet direct at the castle:

10:00am / Pick up from

Rollerworld: 4:00pm

Bring a packed

lunch & spending

money.

Please note: 11

minibus spaces.

Friday

8 April

10:00am

—

5:00pm

COZ CAMP— Spend a day at the Aspire Centre where will be playing board games, doing arts and crafts, watching a movie, and having a trip over to the bowling alley!

* Priority to be given to young people living in Chelmsford.

£10

(Carer’s

costs

apply)

HP

185

Aspire Centre, Moulsham

Mill, Chelmsford,

CM2 7PX

Bring a packed

lunch.

Book activities online: www.interact.org.uk/booknow OR 01245 608206