Welcome to the latest news from OPEN
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e have seen a very diverse range of events taking place in the venue over the Summer. The events have included 14, two day workshops which saw 115 children and young people taking part in a range of activities from making a music video to fun science experiments. We also saw the return of the Norwich Body Art Festival which took over the whole venue for two days in August, a launch of Business Breakfast for young professionals which is returning on a regular basis from October, a book signing with author Philippa Gregory and a weekend of Jazz.
We are now looking forward to an exciting few months ahead of us. Amongst other things we will be hosting the Next Big Thing again this year in our Club, the return of West End Experience, a range of large conferences and award nights in our Banking Hall as well as a number of national training providers in our conference rooms. For a full listing of ‘What’s On’ see our website. Every event that takes place in our venue, whether big or small goes towards helping the OPEN Youth Trust to make a positive difference to the lives of young people in Norfolk.
Philippa Gregory
West End Experience
Jazz Weekender
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October Mid-week Conference Promotion
During October 2014 we are offering a mid-week conference promotion. Book a meeting in one of our conference rooms on any Tuesday and/or Wednesday and we will bring you freshly ground coffee and a selection of Twinings Teas, with biscuits, completely free of charge - a saving up to £4.50 per head per day.
Join us at OPEN for a unique Christmas Experience in the magnificent splendour of our Banking Hall Before we know it Christmas will be upon us. Have you booked your works Christmas party yet? If not we may have the answer you are looking for with our Christmas Experience…a party with a difference. This year OPEN have launched three Christmas nights, offering tables of eight to join an event so that all you have to do is choose your outfit. Delicious Christmas Dinner, Live band, DJ, Casino tables, Santas Grotto and photobooth all completely organised for you with a fully licenced bar right in the heart of Norwich
17th, 18th or 19th December 2014 8.00pm - Midnight Individual Tickets £60 Table of 8 £450 Fully licenced bar
Home-cured beetroot gravad lax, with pickled cucumbers and horseradish dressing or Curried parsnip soup (V) Rustic bread basket and butter **** Roast Turkey Roulade with pork, sage and onion stuffing wrapped in bacon on parsnip mash served with traditional gravy, bread sauce & cranberry sauce or Roast salmon fillet with a wholegrain mustard beurre blanc served with saffron new potatoes and sweet & sour peppers or Cheesy mushroom and spinach Wellington Roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables **** Traditional Christmas pudding with mascarpone or Sour cherry chocolate brownie with pistachio ice cream or Cinnamon crème brulee with shortbread biscuit **** Freshly brewed coffee, tea and herbal infusions To book call 01603 763111 or email conference@opennorwich.org.uk
CLIMBING THE WALLS AT OPEN
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id you know that we have Norfolk’s tallest indoor Climbing Wall? Standing at 12m high our climbing wall is for hire throughout the year and we can tailor our sessions to the particular needs of your group provided by our in-house fully qualified climbing instructors. You can even book our climbing wall for your birthday party. All equipment is provided. Email info@opennorwich.org.uk or call 01603 763111 for further information.
How you can support us Have you thought about who your Charity of the Year is going to be for 2015? If not then why not choose us. By supporting the OPEN Youth Trust you will be helping to provide opportunities that make a positive difference to the lives of young people in Norfolk. If you would like to know more about the work we do with young people and how you can get involved please email us at info@opennnorwich.org.uk
KEEP CALM
WE’RE HAVING A QUIZ ‘N’ CHIPS NITE On Friday 24th October we are holding a Quiz ‘n’ Chips fun night to raise funds for the SOS Bus and Open Youth Trust. Tickets are £10 each and teams can be anything from 2 up to 8 people. The Quiz will begin at 6.30pm with a fish and chip supper being served from 8.00pm. To book tickets email box.office@opennorwich.org.uk
We have linked up with www. chariti.org.uk an online business directory and marketing platform that also raises money for good causes. If you have a business or know someone that does then please help spread the word as this is a simple, value for money and effective method of promoting a business online and a platform that will help our charity. It costs just £30 (plus VAT) per year for a business to join and we will receive £15 of the fee. Benefits to businesses are substantial, including a unique business profile page where each business can showcase their products and services online, appear in more search results and generate more enquiries. Businesses can also promote their own events, job opportunities, offers and general business updates, all of which will
also appear on our own profile page and can be also be shared on social media channels. To join, simply click here and then click “Support This Charity”. Alternatively you can call 01603 251736 if you need help as they offer complete start up packages and additional marketing services all to help your business as well as our charity.
Charity Networking Event We are holding a FREE Charity Networking Event on Tuesday 7th October from 6pm to 8pm. This is our first event co-hosted with Traded Network Ltd who will be offering some excellent tips on online marketing plus how cause related marketing can really help your business. Tours of OPEN will also be available. To book a place please call 01603 251736.
School Holiday Workshops We have seen many young people come and take part in our Summer Workshops all of which sold out ahead of time. Our next range of workshops for young people will have a Halloween theme and will be taking place over the October half term. Details of which can be found on our website or by clicking here. Alternatively sign up to our mailing list so you never miss out on forthcoming news and events.
Heritage Open Days As part of Norwich HEART Heritage Open Days we will be opening our doors for free tours
of the venue from 2.00pm – 4.00pm Thursday 11th and from 10.00am – midday on Saturday 13th September. Tours will take approximately half an hour and booking is advisable as there is a maximum of 10 people per tour. Email boxoffice@opennorwich. co.uk to book your place.
‘Happy’ We would like to share with you our video made by the staff and young people here at OPEN Click here to view
Weddings Celebrations
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et the original features of our Banking Hall, including high ceilings, gold leaf paint and marble pillars provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding celebrations. Our experienced event team will help you plan your own bespoke event. No packages here!
We can direct you to caterers who regularly work in our venue and will ensure quality food to match the occasion, for 5 course dinners for 100, to buffets for 1200. For a smaller more intimate event try OPEN Club, ideal for a party with DJ for 50-350 guests.
OPEN Youth Trust 20 Bank Plain Norwich Norfolk NR2 4SF t: 01603 763111 e: info@opennorwich.org.uk w: www.opennorwich.org.uk Registered Charity No: 1108712