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Tips on Running an All Age Event

Preparation

  • Don't try to do everything yourself
  • Brainstorm with a group
  • Have one co-ordinator
  • Circulate information
  • Advertise effectively
  • Check all equipment
  • Have a final planning meeting the day before

On The Day

  • Trust people to do the jobs they said they'd do
  • Trust people to participate
  • Coloured stickers can sort people into groups
  • Have a starter activity

Activities

  • Give adults opportunities to be children
  • Give children opportunities to be adults
  • Use silence and noise
  • Make sure all activities are suitable for any age
  • Encourage "talk to your neighbour"
  • Have good visual climax

Worship

  • Keep format simple - incorporate material from the day
  • Make an opportunity to greet each other

Holiday Question

Who has some advice about running holiday clubs?

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