News
Here's a look at what's happening this month:
Monday, 3rd June
Burnbrae, Portaferry
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Event: Community Pop-Up
Details: This is your vital opportunity to share your thoughts and ideas on how we can enhance our services. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve our service delivery to better meet your needs.
Thursday 5th June
Windsor Avenue
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Event: Big Lunch / Scheme Walkabout
Details: Join us for a delightful Big Lunch, a perfect chance to connect with your neighbours and Ark Housing staff. Following lunch, participate in a scheme walkabout to help us identify any problem areas and discuss potential improvements in your housing scheme.
Friday 6th June
HFA Newcastle
Event: Rural Health and Wellbeing Event
Details: A fantastic market stall event held at the Ark Community Gardens in partnership with the HSCT. This family-friendly day will focus on promoting health and wellbeing within the community.
Strand Road
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Event: Big Lunch / Scheme Walkabout
Details: Come together for a Big Lunch to foster community connections. Afterward, join members of Ark Housing for a walkabout of your housing scheme. This is a direct opportunity to point out problem areas and collaborate on ideas for improvement within your local environment.
Saturday 7th June
HFA Armagh
Event: Feel Good Armagh
Details: A special community event organized in partnership with local community groups, designed to highlight the range of services available to residents in the Armagh area and ensure everyone feels supported.
HFA Newcastle
Event: Picnic in the Park
Details: An afternoon of fun, food, and activities for the entire local community! Get ready for children's entertainment, an inflatable football and darts board, engaging craft activities, sand art, circus skills, and much more!
HFA Malone Mews
Event: Broadway Project (Part 1 of 2 dates)
Details: This is an impactful 8-week program specifically targeting young people from the Village/Broadway area. The project aims to address issues related to rioting and anti-social behaviour by exploring topics such as shared history, good relations, and community development.
Monday 9th June
HFA Malone Mews
Event: Advisory Group Meeting
Details: Members of the advisory group are invited to a crucial meeting to discuss the ongoing good relations plan for the area and review upcoming proposals.
Tuesday 10th June
Cumain House
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Event: Big Lunch / Scheme Walkabout
Details: Enjoy a communal Big Lunch with your neighbours and Ark Housing staff. Following lunch, we invite you to join us on a walkabout of your housing scheme to identify and discuss areas for improvement.
HFA Malone Mews
Event: Broadway Project (Part 2 of 2 dates this week)
Details: Continuation of the 8-week program for young people, focusing on shared history, good relations, and community development.
Wednesday 11th June
HFA Newtownards
Event: Ards Community FUNding Celebration
Details: An evening dedicated to celebrating local groups! This event offers a chance for groups to reconnect and share feedback, including video clips, highlighting the positive impact of the funding they received from the 2024 Community Funding event.
Quarry Heights
Time: 6:00 PM
Event: Tenants Meeting
Details: An important meeting for all tenants of Quarry Heights to discuss scheme matters, raise concerns, and receive updates from Ark Housing.
Thursday 12th June
Normandy Court
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Event: Community Pop-Up / Scheme Walkabout
Details: A combined event offering you the chance to provide feedback on our services during the Community Pop-Up, and then join us for a walkabout to identify and discuss areas for improvement within your scheme.
Tuesday 17th June
HFA Malone Mews
Event: Meet Your Neighbour Falls Park Event (Refugee Week)
Details: As part of Refugee Week, this event celebrates the vibrant diversity and cultural richness of Belfast. It's part of a series of daily events culminating in a Refugee Week picnic, all designed to foster inclusion, understanding, and strong community cohesion.
Wednesday 18th June
Railway Road
Time: 11:00 AM
Event: Tenants Meeting
Details: An important meeting for all tenants of Railway Road to discuss scheme matters, raise concerns, and receive updates from Ark Housing.
Thursday 19th June
Roseville House
Time: 2pm
Event: Big Lunch
Details: Join us for a delightful Big Lunch, a fantastic opportunity to celebrate community spirit and diverse cultures over a tasty meal.
Wednesday 25th June
Moyard House
Time: 10:30 AM
Event: Residents Meeting
Details: An important meeting for all residents of Moyard House to discuss scheme matters, raise concerns, and receive updates from Ark Housing.
HFA Newcastle
Event: Community Grand Celebration
Details: An evening dedicated to celebrating the success of local groups! This event provides an opportunity for successful community groups to showcase their impactful work and the positive difference they've made for their service users.
Thursday 26th June
Moyard House
Time: 2pm
Event: Big Lunch
Details: Join us for a communal Big Lunch, a perfect opportunity to celebrate community and connect with your neighbours over a shared meal.
The Mall, Newry
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Event: Community Pop-Up / Scheme Walkabout
Details: Your chance to share ideas for improving our services at the Community Pop-Up, followed by a walkabout of your scheme with Ark Housing staff to identify areas for improvement.
Roseville House
Time: 10:30 AM
Event: Residents Meeting
Details: An important meeting for all residents of Roseville House to discuss scheme matters, raise concerns, and receive updates from Ark Housing.
Conor House
Time: 11:00 AM
Event: Tenants Meeting
Details: An important meeting for all tenants of Conor House to discuss scheme matters, raise concerns, and receive updates from Ark Housing.
Friday 27th June
HFA Armagh
Event: St Malachy’s Clean Up
Details: A monthly initiative for tenants to actively improve the appearance of their scheme while fostering bonds and working together within the community.
Saturday 28th June
HFA Armagh
Event: Tak£500+ Voting Event
Details: A crucial participatory budgeting initiative where local residents have the power to decide how public funds are utilized to address the specific needs within their area.
We warmly encourage everyone to get involved in these fantastic events, and if you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to contact us at communities@arkhousing.co.uk.