Friday 7pm, Saturday 6pm

Sometimes things just end. Not like in films or on TV. Not with explosions and music and fights. They just dissolve and disappear. A gang of two inseparable friends breathe freedom and possibility during two heady years of adventure, but something unspoken grows between them.

 A multi-media performance featuring VJ-ing and a contemporary soundtrack by one of Britain's freshest new composers, Ed Thomas. 

Age: 14+

Running Time: 60 mins

Tickets: £6

TO BOOK PLEASE RING THE BOX OFFICE AT THE SALISBURY PLAYHOUSE ON 01722 320 333

To celebrate our graduation and all the great work they did I made this little video to say thank you, hope you enjoy.

For more information on the v-talent year programme please contact Jon Rich 07747487094.

Alex (V-Talent Graduate)

Music from Grosvenor bands 'Dance Karate' & 'City Stereo'.

For all those who having been living under a rock The Small Town Rivals (formerly known as Radio Monkey) formed in early 2010 and consist of three young boys from Wiltshire/Dorset.  These boys are Jamie Easton - Guitar/Vox, George Appleton - Drums/Vox and Lawrence Mills - Bass.

The band are very indie taking influences from such artists as Jamie T, Arctic Monkeys, Franz Ferdinand, Bloc Party and YouMeAtSix. They take these bands are combine the styles into something fresh and new.

With 2010 just starting the band are sure that they will secure even more of a fan base than they already have.

Also look out for new tunes, a more grown up sound and an E.P very soon.

http://en-gb.facebook.com/pages/The-Small-Town-Rivals/291971684099

www.myspace.com/thesmalltownrivals

Catch the show here live on Spark.

We're on the lookout for the 40 young people to be involved in this brand new one of a kind project!

ASK YOUR YOUTH WORKERS FOR MORE INFORMATION AND KEEP CHECKING FOR UPDATES ON SPARKSITE OR OUR FACEBOOK PROFILE AND GROUP!

ADD US ON FACEBOOK NOW! Search for Wiltshire Council, then see groups to add A Day in the Life Project!

Project Workers:
Ollie Phipps & Siobiann Chaplin

A safe off the streets environment to promote and enable positive socialisation, where young people can make new friends and build stronger relationships with current one, aswell as youth workers. Young people are encouraged to participate in positive group activities and explore and discuss developmental issues. Young people can access friendly advice and information from youth workers and some can eventually help organise and take lead in activities.

Trowbridge Youth Development Coordinator - Sandra Samuel
Assistant Youth Workers - Gina &

A safe off the streets environment to promote and enable positive socialisation, where young people can make new friends and build stronger relationships with current one, aswell as youth workers. Young people are encouraged to participate in positive group activities and explore and discuss developmental issues. Young people can access friendly advice and information from youth workers and some can eventually help organise and take lead in activities.

Trowbridge Youth Development Coordinator - Sandra Samuel

Every other week Court Mills has a Young Mens Group specifically aimed at working with and the development of young males issues in the 21st Century. These sessions are designed to challenge the young people with opportunities for each to accept responsibility for themselves and others as well as looking into the world of work! Explore and celebrate young mens masculinity and deal with equality attitudes and behaviours.

Mondays - John of Gaunt - 12:45 - 13:30

Thursdays - Clarendon - 12:45 - 13:30

For more information contact Sandra Samuel, Trowbridge Youth Development Coordinator

A safe off the streets environment to promote and enable positive socialisation, where young people can make new friends and build stronger relationships with current one, aswell as youth workers. Young people are encouraged to participate in positive group activities and explore and discuss developmental issues. Young people can access friendly advice and information from youth workers and some can eventually help organise and take lead in activities.

Trowbridge Youth Development Coordinator - Sandra Samuel
Assistant Youth Workers - Sue & Ebtissam

Imagine being stuck to someone else for a day.  Anywhere you go they have to go, you want to sit down and they want to stand up, they want to sleep and you want to party all night.  Imagine being stuck together for life.

STUCK is based on a true story of conjoined twins, Change and Eng.  They were born in Siam in 1811 and died in America 63 years later, still stuck toghether.  They each married and between them had 21 children.

Told by two actors (who can't stand each other) and Mme Clementine Delait (a beared lady), Stuck takes a playful look at what is means to be 'normal' and 'independent'. 

"It was very different but I liked it." - A young person from Westbury Youth Centre 2007

The performances are taking place at the following locations:-

Monday - 6.30pm Westbury Youth Development Centre -

Tuesday - 7.00pm Tidworth Youth Development Centre

Wednesday - 6.30pm Salisbury, Wilton Road Youth Development Centre

Thursday - 7.00pm Trowbridge, Court Mills Youth Development Centre

Friday -  7.00pm The Bridge, Chippenham Youth Development Centre

Listen to Mike's new revamped show on Weds 3-4pm for the latest tunes and updates.

I'm Lozza and I'm from Melksham

I'm Storm, from Ringwood and Chippenham!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

Good Tunes, Great Presenters with witty banter

Turn ons........

Lozza: Fried Chicken

Storm: Anything bizarre... and green... oh, and caffiene!

Turn offs.......

Lozza: CHAVS

Storm: Liver and Kidneys... do NOT eat parts of the digestive system, people!

Fav Music......

Lozza: Indie, dance & rock and a bit of cheesy pop

Storm: Rock, metal, punk and alternative

The fund is managed by a group of young people from the local area, the WYPOF funding panel, who meet to consider and discuss applications and decide on how the fund will be given out.

There is also money available from the Young People’s Capital Fund, a pot of money to be used on things like doing up buildings, buying mobile resources, youth shelters and ICT equipment etc. This fund is also managed by a group of young people.

Deadline dates for 2010 & 2011

5th March 2010

What's available over the next year:

We have got £216,100 for the opportunity fund and £ 186,800 for the capital fund.

This is WYPOF's last year so if you want a project, facility or activity in your area then apply before it's too late!

All the money allocated this year STRICTLY has to be spent by March 2011- so make sure you get those projects moving!

One hundred young people from across Wiltshire were joined by transport companies at a conference recently to discuss key travel issues and solutions.

The event, which was held at the Corn Exchange in Devizes on Friday February 19, was designed and delivered by Wiltshire Council and the Wiltshire Assembly of Youth (WAY).

The young people were joined by a host of local transport providers including Stagecoach, First Bus, Wiltshire and Dorset Bus Co. and voluntary sector community transport schemes.

Working in community groups, young people and transport providers identified major local transport issues and county wide issues.  The cost of transport, particularly buses, for young people under the age of 18 came out as a clear priority.  Young people discussed inconsistencies in the age and cost of a child bus fare as being their main concern.

Young people created a ‘statement of intent’ which affirms: "Over the next six months we will work together towards a ‘fairer transport deal’ for young people in Wiltshire up to the age of 18.” Signatories to the statement include Stagecoach South and Stagecoach Swindon, the Wiltshire and Dorset Bus Co., Wiltshire councillors Richard Gamble and Richard Clewer, David Whewell, Wiltshire Counil's head of youth work and Liam Tatton-Bennett on behalf of the voluntary sector.

First we had a look around then we had lunch in KFC and McDonalds.  After Lunch we all went Bowling

I went Indoor Flying at 110 Mph in a Wind Tunnel. I got a DVD of me doing it the video is on this page. After we all had dinner we got a free dinner because we all went bowling we all had Chilli Con Carne and Chips each.

After we all we Toboggin on a dry ski slope it was fun.

After we all came home it was around 18:00 before we left.

 We got back at 20:10 and everyone got home.

Christian

The first place for latest gig information and music news.

For those that dont know;

Who I am and where I'm from....

I am Luke Johnstone and I'm currently on a BTEC National Diploma In TV & Film Production at Wiltshire College, Chippenham. I'm very musical and I play a selection of musical instruments. These are the Piano, Synthesizer, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Trumpet and I sing and scream. I love Rock, Metal, Industrial, Gothic, Progresive Rock, Punk, Ska Punk, Dance, Trance, Electronic, Reggae and Classical. I'm also in an Alternative Rock/Metal band called Final Thoughts.

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

I think it's just a great way of getting young people to enhance their interest in music and today's world in which we live! We have got a very wide selection of music for you! Log in and listen up!

Turn ons........

Rock, Metal, playing music, oh and indian food!

Turn offs.......

Absolutely despise RnB and Rap

Fav Music......

Disturbed,
Korn,
Pantera,
Slipknot,
DevilDriver,
System Of A Down,
Placebo,
Muse,
Red Hot Chili Peppers,
Stone Sour,
Avenged Sevenfold,
Def Leppard,
Children Of Bodom,
Saxon,
Rammstein,
Paramore,

Niall McCaughan

Who I am and where I'm from...

My name is Niall McCaughan, I'm 15 years old and currently attend The George Ward School, in which I'm in Year 11. I live in Melksham, just like Luke, isn't it just a great town...

What are your thoughts on Spark Radio...

I first came across Spark Radio for a couple of days in July when I went on Work Experience. I loved it! :D I think its a great opportunity for young people to express themselves to others, and even better its via the radio! :)

Turn Ons...

Well I think I'll keep those to myself ;) x

Turn Offs...

Potatoes, mashed or boiled. Being ripped off, and the football player Cristiano Ronaldo :)

Favourite Music...

Nirvana,
Metallica,
AC/DC,
Guns N Roses,
Arctic Monkeys,
JET,
Fatboy Slim,
The Jam,
The Prodigy,
Queen,
Rage Against The Machine,
and Jimi Hendrix.

LISTEN TO LUKE AND NIALL ON SPARK RADIO, EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 6-7pm!

Who we are and where we're from....

Hey I'm Tilly and I'm Mary. We're from Salisbury =]

 Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

There are too many boys on the radio, more female views are needed!

  Turn ons........

 House parties, volenteer work, gigs, concerts, Grosvenor House

Turn offs.......

we're happy people (:

Fav Music......

 We like a whole mix of music =] tune in and find out.

Catch The Girls Hour only on Spark Mondays 5pm -6pm

They arrived at around 8pm and gaves us the low down of what they were standing for and why. As well as explaining to the young people what the UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) and WAY is all about; I think they may have even got some of us thinking about standing next year.

So a huge thank you to them for coming to see us and taking time out to travel to the far North and thanks to Hayley, we like having you visit and hope you can come again soon.

So here's a round up of what these guys ae standing for:

Miamph: To improve the perception of young people accross the UK; making sure that were heard and listened to. Also making adults think that what they think is sometimes only a stereotype, they should give us a chance.To improve outdoor sports facillities like BMX trax, along with lots more.

Barney: To improve the transport services, to encourage leisure centres to offer more free sports; similar to the free swiming for under 16's and a more varied opportunity within P.E at school along with lots more.

You can get all the candidates manifesto's here and how to vote.(clicking will open this sparksite page link in another window)

Good luck to all the candidates and especially Barney and Miamph; we'll keep our fingers crossed for you. And we hope that you'll come back to see us once your elected.

Hello, I'm Carys and I am 17. I live in Bradford On Avon and go to St. Laurence School.

I will be campaigning for your votes because I think young people deserve:

1. Fair Fares - A change of fare age limits on all public transport making it as inexpensive as possible for all under 18s. The amount we have to spend on public transport is outrageous, this needs to be cut.

2. More good-quality evening entertainment in Wiltshire, as well as things to do rather than just hand out at the park or on the streets - tell me what you want and I'll try and get it!

3. Make financial support easier for young people so that their is actually equal opportunity for young people to go on school trip and the like, and cheaper costs for education including transport to and from school, school meals and the amount young people have to spend on books and stationary. I would also like to see a few school reforms: Stop making constant policy changes

4. To help design and carry out a campaign for encouraging or lawfully forcing companies who offer reduced travel for young people to increase thier age limits to include all young people under 18. Also, there is a lack of bus routes in many rural areas which means that some young people are getting hurt using their mopeds or cannot get about at all without adult drivers. I will try and change this as well.

5. To have their voices heard - increase awareness of youth politics amongst young people and create more ways for them to express their opinions.

How am I different from other very similar manifestos and candidates? I want to rid Wiltshire of anti-teenager measures. I want to use modern technology to allow you to directly contact and debate issues with your MYP, so if there's anything you want on my manifesto you can just tell me. This means MY manifesto will be created by the voters and not me. I also have a lot of experience of youth politics - I sit on my town youth council and CAYPIG so i'm used to working through government bureaucracy.

Visit ‘“ELECT CARYS” for WAY and UKYP’ on facebook for more information and forums.

Thanks for reading now vote for Carys! 

I'm Kevin Emsley from Wootton Bassett School and I'm standing for election to the UKYP and WAY.  I'm standing because I'd like to help make Wiltshire an even greater place to live than it is today by voicing the opinions of young people and changing a few things in some areas I feel really strongly about:

I'd like to keep the bus prices fairer for longer for young people by raising the age you pay for an adult ticket from 16 to 18.

I want to help keep our streets clear and clean for everyone, by reducing dog fouling and helping the owners to realise their commitment to the environment.

Keep young people connected to the wider world everywhere by making technology a top priority - bringing in free wi-fi access to towns and villages!

Striving to instigate policies that have been brought up through meetings - such as building new paths where young people really want them!

If you'd like to see a meaningful difference in North Wiltshire - then please vote for me! 

You can vote by texting 'elect kev' (without the quotes) to 80800 any time until Sunday!

My Manifesto is:

1)    Public transport should be cheaper or free for under18s and more accessible for young people to get into towns from rural areas.

2)    Make the countryside more useable for young people.

3)    More areas for young people to go and hang out – and make these available in rural areas too.

4)    Have some type of shelter where young people can go and talk eg about relationship issues or if they have been kicked out.

5)    Better education – sex education, how to deal with life after education, moving onto college or university.

If you agree please send a FREE text saying: Elect Geo to 80800

Thanks for comming to see us! and we look forward to the results wishing you both the best.

Come see us Monday at 6 till 7:30 for some debating fun, and then Wednesday night again for more spectacular cooking skills.

We're waiting for your reports! -Jack Whitfield

I attended this meeting on behalf of WAY to give input from the perspective of a young person. I found the meeting very eye opening in the way that Young Offenders are treated within the prison service especially their transportation to prison.  It intrigued me how most people think that going to prison is a severe punishment but I was impressed that Wiltshire focus on restorative justice helping young people to see the errors of their ways and not reoffend in the future.  After listening to the presentation I concluded that going to prison is not a punishment but removing someone from harming themselves or others around them and that most people would not agree with me. I was very concerned that young people with mental health problems were put in the same mental health wards as adults with drug addicts, people committing sexual abuse or hurting themselves or others. But I was pleased that the Sir Al Aynsely-Green has used his influence to campaign for funding for young peoples mental health wards away from adults with mental issues. As we were progressing through the meeting we were asked if we could hear the ‘Mosquito’ noise or better known as Teenager deterrent. Myself and another member of youth parliament could hear the noise although adults could not and apparently 5000 of these had been placed around the country to deter teenagers from going to these areas. Sir Al told us about his campaign outside the house of commons called ‘Buzz Off ‘which was later discriminated against by the media calling them ‘Do gooders’ and that the Mosquito alarm was an ingenious idea and the best way to get rid of teenagers. Sir Al also told us how he frequently helped groups of young people to get their views forward such as when a major food chain banned young people entering the shop on their own after 9pm

This was an extremely enjoyable evening, which I gained a lot from.

By Kaylum House (WAY rep, North Wiltshire)

The Rose Gale Trust has been set up to honour the memory of Rose Gale, who worked with, supported and inspired very many young people during her life.

The main aim of the charity is to raise funds to provide small but meaningful grants to young people who might otherwise slip through the net of support from other charities or public funds. Rose Gale Trust also recognises that sometimes funds need to be made available quickly, because not all young people can wait months for the result of an application.

The trustees are consulting with young people to find out what the priorities of Rose Gale Trust should be, but aim to keep the criteria as wide as possible so as not to exclude young people because of their particular individual need, situation, or idea. And, whenever appropriate, trustees and their advisers aim to signpost young people on to others sources of sustainable or long term support.

 You may contact the Trust via email: enquiries@rosegaletrust.org

Ellie Vesey-Thompson for WAY & UKYP Marlborough

Hi, I'm Ellie and I'm standing for WAY and UKYP to campaign for the following things:

1. Free bus travel for all under 16's throughout Wiltshire, including evenings and weekends.

2. Improved and more reliable transport, especially in rural areas.

3. Free access to any sports facilities at local leisure centres to all under 18's, not just swimming.

4. Better sexual health facilities including No Worries clinics, especially in rural areas.

5. More recreational activities and events that actually interest young people.

If you want to see these changes too then vote for me! Thanks.

Josh Dixon for WAY & UKYP Pewsey

Hello, I'm Josh and I am 13. I live in Pewsey and go to school in Lavington.

I am standing for WAY and UKYP this year and I will be campaigning on these issues:

1. I want young people in Wiltshire to be seen in a better light and not be stereotyped as yobs.

2. I think transport should be made free or be cheaper for young people across Wiltshire so that they can get to and from school without worrying about money.

3. I would like to see more youth centres so that young people have somewhere to go away from school and family life.

4. I think young people should be involved in writing their school's anti-bullying policy.

5. I would like to see more schools become eco-friendly.

If you agree with any of these ideas then vote for Josh! Thanks.

Charlotte Kerley for WAY & UKYP Salisbury

Hello, I'm Charlotte. I'm 14 years old and I come from Shrewton. I go to South Wilts Grammar School. I am standing for WAY and UKYP to campaign on the following issues:

1. I want to improve transport in rural areas. I would like to see more buses running at regular times, cheaper fares or free fares for under 18's and free transport for everyone to and from school.

2. I want to change the stereotypical view of young people and make the press see young people in a good way.

3. I am also campaigning for more things to do, especially on Friday nights, and more places to go like nightclubs.

4. I want to introduce more drop in centres in rural areas where young people can get advice, particularly on sexual health with an internet cafe attached so that young people can stay in touch with what's happening around them.

If this is what you want as well then I'm the candidate for you so please vote for me! Thank you x

Kayleigh Williams for WAY & UKYP Salisbury

I'm Kayleigh and I'm 18. I live in Salisbury.

I'm standing for WAY & UKYP because I believe young people deserve:

1. Better representation of young people in the media.

2. Better 6th form provision

3. More accessible transport and cheaper fares

 4. More accessible facilities and activities for young people

 5. To have their voices and options heard and recognised.

 Elect Kay if you think so too!

Taz Almandi for WAY & UKYP Salisbury

Hi, I'm Taz. I'm 18 and I come from Salisbury.

I'm standing for WAY and UKYP to campaign on the following issues:

1. Free transport for under 18’s

2. More recreational activities- more things to do.

3. More legal places where young people can go to express themselves e.g. graffiti boards.

4. A place in every area where young people can go in an emergency with an issue that they could not prevent e.g. being kicked out of home, and someone is there for them to talk to.

5. Better sex education for young people.

Elect Taz if you want to see these changes happen!

Liam Harding for WAY & UKYP Salisbury

Hi, I'm Liam. I'm 15 and I come from Salisbury.

I'm standing for WAY and UKYP to work for young people. I will be camapigning to get:

1. Free transport for under 18’s

2. More work experience opportunities

3. More parks and open spaces

4. More training opportunities e.g. army training

5. More special schools

Elect LIAM if you think these things are important!

Jamie Capp for WAY & UKYP Amesbury

Hi, I'm Jamie and I live in Amesbury. I'm 14 years old.

I'm standing for election onto WAY and UKYP to campaign for:

1. Direct buses from towns to schools and colleges- so people can get to school and college easily.

2. Form art project buildings where young people can go and express themselves

3. Cheaper transport for young people.

4. Leisure Centres should have youth friendly times e.g. 3.30 – 5.00 with cheaper prices.

5. Large parks and recreational grounds for people to get the full reward of nature and fresh air.

If you want this too Elect Jamie!

Eleanor Wills for WAY & UKYP Salisbury

Hi, my name is Eleanor. I live in Salisbury and I am 15. I want to be elected because I want young people's views to be heard. I will be campaigning for:

1. Improved public transport for young people, with more frequent buses and cheaper fares for under 18s.

2. Better quality careers advice service offered in schools for young people.

3. Better and more accessible community facilities for young people enabling them to participate in local programmes like art and design workshops, mechanics, gardening etc.

4. Improved counselling services in schools for young people, and a county-wide counselling email system where young people can get help and advice in complete confidence.

If this is what you want too then vote for Eleanor.

Claire Shaw for UKYP Shrewton

Hi, my name is Claire. I live in Shrewton and I am 18. I want to be elected because I want young people's views to be heard. I will be campaigning for:

1. I want to improve transport issues for all young people.

2. I want to improve the EMA system for all young people.

3. I want to reduce the amount of bullying that takes place.

4. I want to improve the image of young people in the media.

5. I want to help make a change for your life!

If this is what you want too then vote for Claire. Thanks.

Amesbury Youth Centre: Friday 5th Feb 5.00-6.30pm 

Chippenham Bridge Centre: Wednesday 3rd Feb 4.15-5.45pm

Pewsey Youth Centre (The Shak): Tuesday 2nd Feb 6-7.30pm

Salisbury Youth Centre, Wilton Road: Tuesday 2nd Feb 6.30-8.00pm

Tidworth Youth Centre: Thursday 4th Feb 7-8.30pm

Trowbridge Court Mills: Wednesday 3rd Feb 6.30-8.00pm

Westbury Youth Centre: Wednesday 3rd Feb 5.30-7.00pm

If you're interested in dance and would like to join a regular group, then please pop along to a session near you.  The sessions are running every week until July and are FREE!!!

You get the chance to perform at Thrive dance festival on 1st May and also DanceXpress in June.

By working with a professional dance artist you can create new dance moves, create a dance for performance, get an Arts Award and meet new people by having fun dancing!!

If you're not interested in dancing but have loads of dance ideas, then POP along, every dance artist needs an assistant!

For more information then please contact your youth centre or just 'POP' along to the dance sessions!

Chloe Lintern - WAY - Corsham

Hello. I'm Chloe and I am 11. I live in Colerne and go to School in Corsham.

I am standing for election onto WAY because I want to campaign for:

1. Cheaper or free travel costs to and from school.

2. Cheaper transport costs for under 18's to and from anywhere in Wiltshire.

3. More things for young people to do.

4. Better facilities for under 18's.

If you want these things as well then please vote for me! x

Barney King - WAY & UKYP Chippenham

Hi. I'm Barney and I'm 16. I live in Chippenham and go to Hardenhuish school.

I'm standing for WAY and UKYP to campaign for:

1. Cheaper travel for students and under 18's. I would like to see more bus routes and FREE travel to and from schools.

2. Improvements to PE (physical education) lessons at school so young people have a greater choice of activities.

3. Provision of more activities for young people including events and a Friday night alternative.

4. Subsidising healthy food choices in schools.

5. Greater involvement of school councils and local young people's organisations in decision making.

Vote Barney and I will get busy making these things happen!

Sam Ferina for WAY and UKYP Wootton Bassett

Hi, I'm Sam. I'm 15 and I go to school in Wootton Bassett.

I am standing for election for WAY and UKYP to campaign on the following issues:

1. One of my primary goals will be to work towards abolishing or reducing university fees.

2. I want to see increased funding for schools, especially with regards to equipment, G & T and extra curricular groups.

3. I hope to be able to change the costs of certain services such as transport and produce educational material to promote social, community and educational improvement for young people.

4. If elected, I would use my position on WAY and UKYP to help publicise independent youth groups and possibly request funds from the Council to help them.

5. I am interested in issues that affect not only young people, but everyone, such as the environment, discrimination, crime and warfare and I would like to help young people get their views across to decision makers regarding all of them.

Vote Sam for a brighter Wiltshire! Thanks.

Kevin Emsley for WAY & UKYP Wootton Bassett

Hello, I'm Kevin and I'm 16. I live in Wootton Bassett.

I'm standing for election onto WAY and UKYP for lots of reasons - here are just a few:

1. I will be campaigning for cheaper travel costs for young people, as well as talking to bus companies to try and raise the age we pay for an adult ticket to 18.

2. I would like to see greater levels of school and local area participation in young people's issues. For example, more opportunities for young people to engage with local businesses and learn practical life skills.

3. I would like to see local politicians come into our schools and talk to young people about their ideas and policies so that we can listen to their presentations and then initate a good debate about the value of what they are planning and how it will influence or impact young people.

4. I would like to see technology being used in a wider capacity, in schools and public places - more internet cafes in towns and access to technology in rural areas.

If you think these things are important, please vote for Kevin.

Miamph Hanlon for UKYP Calne

Hi, my name is Miamph. I live in Calne and I am 12. I want to be elected because I want young people's views to be heard. I will be campaigning for:

1. I have the correct skills to maintain my place in UKYP for another year, the thought of leaving is too upsetting.

2. I love being part of it all and getting young people heard because really they are the future.

3. I believe I can help change our world for the better

4. I’m interested in other people’s views on youth and the youth parliament, and I like finding out what others think about wider issues like recycling, global warming and animal welfare.

5.I find the thought of me staying another year amazing I’d love to meet all the new members coming in and I really hope that they all settle in well.

If this is what you want too then vote for Miamph. Thanks.

_{I believe there are issues affecting both young people and the local area which need to be tackled. Please read on to find out a little bit more about some of the things I would like to change...}

_{1) Activities & Events}

• _{A suitable Friday night alternative}
• _{Greater range of affordable youth activities and events within the county}
• _{Council funding of more permanent youth bases in Wiltshire; somewhere to go to meet other young people, get advice and take part in activities}

_{2) Transport}

• _{A reduction in the price of public transport for young people, including child fares up to the age of 18}
• _{Giving rural areas greater access to public transport}
• _{FREE transport for all those who require it to and from schools}

_{3) Health}

• _{The inclusion of a wider range of activities in Physical Education lessons in schools}
• _{Reduction in the price of healthier food choices in schools}
• _{Free access to more leisure/ sports activities rather than just swimming}

_{4) Your say}

• _{Greater involvement of schools and local young people's organisations in decision making}
• _{Promotion of these groups, as well as new opportunities to have your views represented}

_{Vote Barney and I will get busy making these things happen!}

We opened up the packet of biscuits and crushed them. Then we melted the butter, whilst Ronnie prepared the Italian Mascapone cheese, that tasted like ice cream. We added icing sugar and lemon to give it flavour. We added the biscuits to the butter and stirred it - then shared it out amoungst our dishes. Then we put the creamy mixture on top and smoothed it out; adding lemon curd to give even more flavour.

 Matty, Mark, Ronnie and Lucy

Make sure your with us Wednesday when Elliott leads in making ham and pineapple pizza and freshly baked garlic bread!

See you Wednesday at 7pm.

On Friday 19th of February 2010 young people, Councillors and transport service providers will meet at the Corn Exchange in Devizes between 10:00am and 4:00pm to talk about all the problems, issues and concerns you have when it comes to using public transport.

The aim of the day is to try and create a better deal for young people across Wiltshire - from lowering fares to extending bus routes to include rural villages, you name it and we'll be talking about it!

IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY ABOUT THE STATE OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT - WE NEED YOU!!! 

Come along and have your say, bring your mates and they can have a say too!

For more information talk to your local youth worker, or contact Hayley Bambrough on 07760353971 or email hayley.bambrough@wiltshire.gov.uk  

The Young People are now deciding on colour's for walls and flooring.

Also looking at furniture, and new stuff for Youth Centre like Air hockey, table football ect.

We have a mosaic project running for 4 weeks, the use of a Wii with plenty of games,also cookery and music. 

During winter the Bridge Centre is taking the opportunity to try out some new opening times...

As of this week (18th January 2010) the Bridge Centre will no longer open on a Tuesday night. Instead we will open on a Saturday between 10.30am and 2pm

As well as this we will be open for 3 new after school sessions on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday when the chillax cafe and / or the skate shed will be open between 4pm and 5.30pm.

To see details of the full programme click on the link or go to the GO DO page of this website and search 'Bridge Centre Programme'

Bass conections, in salisbury, is looking for the best bands in the surrounding area to play at an upcoming Any Louder!? gig at the art centre in salisbury!

So if you your band can cut the mustard with some of salisburys finest, contact Dawne Dawes or Alex Dunnett 01722 337850 or email dawne.dawes@wiltshire.gov.uk or dunnettalmighty@hotmail.com.

Tell us a bit about your band, what genre you are and where we could possiably come and watch you play!

One lucky band will be chosen to play an acoustic set at our next any louder!? gig at the art centre on the 19th March, with City Stereo and others!

look out for the headline act coming soon!

Last week sophie found the recipe on line and tonight Matt and Ryan cooked whilst the rest of us ate.

3 cups of flour, 1 cup of sugar, 4 tsps baking powder, 1 tsp cinamon, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup of mashed banana, half a cup of butter, 2 eggs and chocolate chips.

Preheast the oven to 200'c, mix all the dry ingriedients then add the wet ingridients. Spoon the mix into muffin cases, and cook for around 15 - 20 minutes. It should make around 24 large muffins.

"It was fun cooking with other people, but I don't like banana and so didn't eat them" Ryan.

" I was surprised by the amount of sugar we had to add, but they taste nice!" Matt

"The muffins were really really, really good. I ate 3!"

Whatch out as next week we make Chicken Chow Mein - Jamie Oliver style and found online by Harrison. See you at 6pm

Workshops will be run for all young people to get involved and its all FREE.  You can get the chance to learn more about film making, photography, video production, dance, writing, art, dance etc the list is endless.

Have a look at last years events by going to the BBC Blast website:- www.bbc.co.uk/blast

We are already looking for ideas for workshops, some will be standard and some will be specific to what you want.  So if you know what you want to get involved in and learn more about, then let Sparksite know and we can make sure your idea is put forward - email sparksite@wiltshire.gov.uk.

Keep an eye here as we will be updating this area on Sparksite with the latest news on how this is going.

Also if you want to get involved in volunteering whilst BBC Blast is in Chippenham then also let Spark know.  We will put your names forward and you can gain some fantastic experience into what goes into setting up and running an event like this - from the professionals.

8 Week course includes:

Equipment set up

beat matching

set structre

cue points.

Salisbury DJ school will be held at Grosvenor House, in Salisbury.

Free drop in sessions every wed & Thurs between 7:30 - 8:30

Starting from the 3rd Feb

We hope to be open Monday (weather permitting) baking bannana muffin at 6, and general youth club from 7:30.

Coleman’s Farm Dream Scheme 2009

Evaluation/Spark site report

Tidy My Garden Scheme

It was a fun experience because you got to help people in the community. We learnt that people’s gardens needed tiding and needed help look better.

We learnt to be polite to people we learnt to work in a team and to get the job done.  The residents were really nice and thankful that we weeded and planted their gardens. They rewarded us with treats for our wonderful work

Elley-May (aged 11)        “It was fun meeting new people and helping them and working as a group “I learnt more about the community and those that needed help sometimes”

Harry (aged 14)     “I learnt that I could work with people who I wouldn’t usually work with”.

Liam (aged 14)       Gardening at James House, it was a great experience and the older people gave us snacks to reward us for our work. We worked together to learn how to garden to the best of our abilities. We learnt new skills such as hoeing, weeding and our group worked stronger together as a team! It was nice to visit the old people and they told us about their lived and how James House is so good...

Elley-May (aged 11)    “I enjoyed listening to their stories and what they had to say, seeing them smile at the work we had done made me smile and showed us we had done a good job...”

Community Fun Day

The community Fun Day was really hard work to organise because we had to put a lot of hard work and participation to make the fun day a success. With youth worker support we planned the programme for the day. The turnout was good but we could have had more people turning up and support. We learnt how to work with people that I would not normally work with- but when we all work together we make a great team! We were creative and made everything ourselves from the posters to leaflets to advertise the day with the youth workers support. We gained confidence from organising the day and if we had to do it again we would and make improvements-we learnt from our mistakes!

Ollie (aged 14)     “That was absolutely awesome!”

Shamus (aged 15)         Coleman’s Farm Community Association to keep them informed of our progress.

 “Fran (age13)      “It was cool

Camping at Tile Barn

We went to the New Forrest it was brilliant a reward for all our hard work. Liam and Ollie learned that they plus the canoe equals a big splash! We all had a laugh at the others during the canoeing session! It was great fun! Three girls in a canoe don’t go! We enjoyed meeting new people. We learnt how to share the chores and work as a team.

“Elley-May (aged 11)         It was a great experience seeing a jelly-fish and holding them underwater”

Times and exact location will appear soon.

For more information please contact Jenni Bertram, Youth Development Co-ordinator for Wilton on 07833722132 or email jenni.bertram@wiltshire.gov.uk or contact Jaki Farrell on 07990801077 or email jaki.farrell@wiltshire.gov.uk

Leisure Credits are an opportunity for young people to do conservation tasks such as path clearing, bush clearing, building bat and bird boxes and building benches. In return for doing these activities young people are awarded credits which can be spent on activities such as go-karting, power boating and other day trips.

• Graffiti Workshops with Kaya Drums

• WYPOF event at Club Ice

• Leisure Credits with BTCV and Wiltshire Wildlife Trust

• Trip to see the Banksy exhibition in Bristol

• Activity days with the Downton Community Area

• Locality Residential

• Football Training

• Girls Week with Mere and Tisbury Community Areas

• Lantern Making with Alex Grant for Salisbury Lantern Parade

Everyone who has got involved during 2009 has done really well and the Wilton staff have enjoyed working with you.

If you would like to have your say on what you would like to see happen in 2010 then speak to your youth worker.

Projects that are currently being planned are a media project, more leisure credits and day trips.

Time and Venue to be confirmed... if you would like to attend or would like more information then please contact Jenni Bertram, Youth Development Co-ordinator on 07833722132 or email jenni.bertram@wiltshire.gov.uk

The CAYPIG is the perfect opportunity for you to get your voice heard by local councillors and to have your say on the youth work programme for 2010.

(picture by Murky1, www.flickr.com/photos/mvjaf/161900116/)

Youth dance groups from Amesbury, Calne, Chippenham, Pewsey, Salisbury, Westbury, Tidworth, Trowbridge, Malmesbury and the Arc Theatre came together to perform in a fantastic showcase of work.  Groups focused this term on the theme 'relationships' which really stretched their imaginations.  Over 60 performers came together to participate in workshops during the day in Krumping and another workshop using props.  Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the workshops and were extremely excited about performing to a packed theatre!

If you are interested in joining a dance group at any of the locations above, then please contact Corinna Cuff, Youth Dance Co-ordinator for more information: corinna.cuff@wiltshire.gov.uk or 07917 050557.

All sessions are due to start during the week of 1st February, a new term, a new group, a new style!

All photographs were taken by Kevin Clifford Photography - what great shots!

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Don't forget that youth club starts back this week!

Cricklade: Wednesday 6th at 7pm - We'll have some fun and games along with planning for what you want to do with the new year, also I'm looking for some suggestions as to young leaders to help out along hte way.

Purton: Thursday 7th at 7pm - An open session for you to tell us all your festive news, as well as planning activities for the new year. I'd love some help with you guys leading some of the activities this year!

We hope you had a great Christmas and New Year and see you Wednesday or Thursday,

The staff

All it takes is one great idea. So what are you waiting for  This could be your chance to get your community moving and score some skills on the way.

Find out all the information by going to United Sports Relief.

Is my project eligible?

Projects must:

Be run and managed by people between the ages of 14 and 25

Clearly benefit the local community

Benefit the people running the project; and

Be a new or developing project.

For more info visit the website; www.princes-trust.org.uk/communitycash/

The pictures attached will give you a flavour of the evening and the effort a lot of young people went to dressing up for the event.

The talent competition was very busy with several groups of variously talented singers.

Prizes for seven winners were awarded and the snow machine did not break down this year.

150 young people attended the event and under the circumstances this was a amazing effort.

The 2010 calendar of events has been completed and I hope that I will see a lot of you at the events throughout the year.

The January 2010 event will be on Friday the 22nd.

Merry Christmas!

The workshops available in this scheme include: mosaic making, wild and wonderful weaving, the wonders of wool, Konnakol vocal percussion, glass painting, animation, puppet making, storytelling, jewellery making and dance.

Groups must have at least 10 people who want to take part and have access to a suitable venue. There may be additional costs for materials and equipment.

Applications to the scheme, which is running until March 2010, can now be made with groups stating which workshop they would like to take part in, the nature of the group applying, who will benefit from the project, where the workshop will take place and preferred dates.

So if you would like to get involved, find out more or to request an application form, contact Meril Morgan at meril.morgan@wiltshire.gov.uk or on 0300 4560100.

We would like to know what you want to see happening in your community area over the next 20 years.

There have Had : Party Food, A Christmas Karaoke, And a Really Fun time. 

The Bridging Project will transfer to the Adult Resourse Centre in Couch Lane Devizes ,Tuesday the 5th 6.30pm to 9.00pm.

Monday Evenings we have the sports hall at the leisure centre

from 8.00pm to 10.00pm.

Wedesday Evening we have the Astro Turf from 8.00pm to 9.00pm

Any Enquires please ring Julie Nipress 07770835332 .

As most people know Steve Smith is moving on to Swindon Council ,we all wish him well in his new career.

Wiltshire Wheels to Work is a moped loan scheme for people aged 16+ living in Wiltshire and Swindon.

Wiltshire Wheels to Work provides the following to individuals:

A fully road-ready 50cc scooter* for up to 6 months 

Compulsory Basic Training (CBT), Breakdown cover, Maintenance costs, Jacket, helmet, gloves and lock 

Back-up support from Community First.  An opportunity to save via a Credit Union scheme towards the costs of your own means of getting around

(*Provisional or full driving licences are needed to ride a Wheels to Work moped.)

For further information please CLICK.

The three-day activities are a mixture of practical and taught sessions including learning about robotics, designing a smart card and website, the practicalities of how a combustion engine works and motorsports at Castle Combe race track.  Working with college tutors, students will gain new skills, make new friends and chat with current University students; leaving with enjoyable memories and the knowledge to help them progress in their career.

These non-residential activities are aimed at young people in years 11 and 12, and those aged 16 - 19 in apprenticeships, studying 14-19 diplomas, NVQs, National Diplomas and those in work.

Find out when and where - download the information.

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Utterly Delicious

To make these tasty treats, here's the recipe

• 1 mug of plain flour
• 1/4 mug brown sugar
• 1/4 mug white sugar
• 1/2 mug melted butter
• 1 egg
• A couple handfulls of chocolate chips. (or you could use rasins for a healthy alternative).

Add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix with your hands; make sure they're clean. If it's too sticky add some more flour, or if too dry add a dash of milk.

Roll the mix into golf ball sized balls and place on a greased baking tray spaced out well; about and inch, or thumb apart.  Bake for around 20 - 25 minutes on 180'c. Leave to cool before eating, and enjoy.

We completed some questionnaires about the summer and what we want to do.

Along with getting all wrapped up in a time challenge gift wrap game.

Check out our photo's!

In order to re-inact this you'll unfortunatly need an adult or youth worker to buy one of the ingridients to make them fizz, but they also do the job without it.

Fizzing bath bombs:

1. 1 pot of bicarbonate of soda.

2. 1 box of citric Acid (Optional and available in Sainsbury's pharmacy)

3. 2 table spoons of massage oil base. (Almond Oil is great)

4. A few drops of essential oils, lavender, rose, pepermint the options are endless.

5. A few drops of food colouring.

6. A teaspoon of water.

7. 1 ice cube tray, silicone ones are good as they are easy to push out the bombs,

Directions:

1. Add all dry ingridients together into a bowl.

2. Put in a few drops of food colouring, pink is quite nice.

3. Rub together, like making bread crumbs, until its one solid colour.

4. Add the massage oils base and scrunch mixture together.

5. Add the water and scrunch again.

6. Push the mixture into the mould, put it ontop of a tray to catch the bits that fall through.

7. Leave to dry for 30 minutes to an hour

8. Gently push the bath bombs out of the mould, and leave on the tray to dry completely.

9. You can use the bicarb pot to decorate and store the bath bombs in, or make a box to give as a gift.

10. Make sure to include the ingridients and directions of 1 bomb per bath on the lable.

The next Music Matters Programme

Creative Juice - work experience

Next month will hold details of new WYAP projects and a competition. Please get in touch if you would like to add any content and this will be distributed in April.
 

Who I am Where I am From?

Hey, I'm Jacquie and I'm from Salisbury =D

Thoughts on Spark:

I think that Spark Radio is an amazing idea as it enables young people to interact differently with the outside community and enables them to gain an unusual experience as it is not always possible for young people to get on to the radio. Also, presenters have the oppurtunity to attend national and international events and interact with acts/bands and those who organise the events.

Turn Ons:

I love music, it's made me the person I am today due to the influences on my life. I love my friends, they aklways know how to make me feel better no matter how down I am. I am also a huge fan of the Twilight Saga by Stephanie Meyer and of course, the Harry Potter books.

Turn Offs;

I really dislike thunderstorms, large amounts of rain and those horrible squishy, slimy things you can get from Hawkins Bazaar and other places.

Fav Music:

+Hawthorne Heights
+The Scene Aesthetics
+All Time Low
+Less Than Jake
+Pendulum
+Evanescence
+Bullet For My Valentine
+No Doubt
+Gwen Stefani
+HSM
+Avenged Sevenfold
+Reel Big Fish
+Rihanna
+We The Kings
+Katy Perry
+Secondhand Serenade
+Mcfly
+Cobra Starship
+Taylor Swift
+Marion Raven
+Meatloaf
+Brian Adams
+Scouting For Girls
+Hilary Duff
+3 Doors Down
+Justin Timberlake
+One Night Only
+Aly and AJ
+Lindsay Lohan
+Saving Jane
+Oliver James
+Skillet
+Lostprophets
+Linkin Park
+You Me At Six
+Mike Oldfield
+S Club 7
+HelloGoodbye
+Sugababes
+Good Charlotte
+Nickleback
+Avril Lavigne
+Tata Young
+Zebrahead
+Boys Like Girls
+Blue Sky Canopy
+Farewell
+Yashin
+Go Vegas
+Furthest Drive Home
+Failsafe
+Dan le Sac vs Scroobius Pip
+Demi Lovato

 Hear Jacquie and Helen Monday nights 8-9pm

Current Workshops at the weekly job club in Devizes:

17 September 09 - Presentation on Equality & Diversity with Sarah Stapleton – Wiltshire College

24 September 09 - Picnic in the Park, Hillworth Park, Job Club as normal first at Wilts College 9 –11, Picnic @ 11.15 - 1.00

18 October 09 - Sponsored walk with Lions Club

21 October 09 - VQ attending a Careers Fair at Churchfields School, Swindon

Given the awful news that only 1 in 10 graduates will find job this year we are particularly interested in attracting young people to the job club to take part in a Youth Development project based around, music, arts and drama.

If you would like to find out more here are some contact details:-

Web: www.vocationquest.co.uk

Email: enquires@vocationquest.co.uk

Enquiries: 07955 139 808

However, here's a brief update of what was discussed:

£14,000 of Locality Activity Budget and how the young people will manage and spend it.

"We put together a plan in small groups of how we should spend the money and addedd it all up together; rather like monopoly. We chose a camping trip, village project, budget to be held for counselling, among many other things."

Watch the video here..

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/film/2748897/Nicolas-Cage-turns-on-Christmas-lights-in-Bath.html

Past activities include; pool, table football, painting, pizza making, smoothie making, clay modelling, cake making, leaf art, group games, photo collage, Music Matters and lots and lots of FUN!.

The Bridging Project is a brilliant place for young people to chill out and meet new friends in a safe environment with a fun packed developmental programme.

The Bridging Project - Mondays - 3:30 - 6:00pm - Court Mills Youth Development Centre

The Caypig Young People get to make choices on what they would like to have in the Youth Centre after the Re-Fit of the Youth Centre in the near future.

The Young People wanted new seating ,Computers to  be Up-graded ,new table tennis table, New bar stools.Air hockey and a football table.

Also young people wanted a games room and quite area .

The Caypig Young People get to make choices on what they would like to have in the Youth Centre after the Re-Fit of the Youth Centre in the near future.

The Young People wanted new seating ,Computers to  be Up-graded ,new table tennis table, New bar stools.Air hockey and a football table.

Also young people wanted a games room and quite area .

If you want to make them, you'll need:

10 Ounzes of flour, 2 mashed bananas, 1tsp Bicardonate of soda. a pinch of salt. 4 ounzes caster sugar, chocolate chips, 50 mil milk and 1 egg.

Pre heat the oven to 180, measure out the ingridients, mixing it togehter and adding the chocolate chips. Lay out the muffin cases and fill them half way - they will rise to the top. Bake them for 20 minuites whilst you wash and tidy up. Let the cool before eating.

Hello I'm Connor Burgess and I work at the Salisbury Playhouse. I am doing work experience there, I have been working there for just over 2 years now and I have just recently been appointed the Participation Assistant. I work there on a Wednesday afternoon from 12:30pm till 4:00pm and Thursday all day from 10:30am till 5:15pm. Here are the jobs and what department I'm in and what I do -

When I get into the Playhouse on a Wednesday at 12:30pm I go strait to Admin and I answer the phones for 2 hours then at 2:30pm I go to Participation and work on the sparkcite website and any other jobs they ask me to do. Then I go at 4:00pm.

When I get into the playhouse on a Thursday at 10:30am I go strait to Participation and help out in there, the sort of jobs I do are putting flyers in envelopes, updating the stage 65 paperwork and databases, doing my arts award work etc. Then at 11:30am I go to Box office, the sort of jobs I do there are sorting out the internet bookings and sell tickets to people over the desk. Then at 12:30pm I go for my lunch and come back at 1:30pm and go to Front of House to usher for the Matinee performance (2:30pm) and that lasts right though to 5:15pm when I leave. If I have time throughout the day I will go into Admin and do the franking.

I also usher for the odd Saturday matinee performance. I usher for most of the Pantomime performances in the morning and in the afternoon.

The Jobs I do when I usher are, helping out in the shop, showing people to there seats in the Main Theatre, tearing tickets and selling programmes.

MusicMatters is a 12 month music project for 13-19 year olds in Wiltshire giving young people the chance to experience everything to do with writing, playing and recording music. 

The project is managed by Wiltshire Youth Arts Partnership and delivered in partnership with Wiltshire Music Centre, Wiltshire Music Service, Salisbury Arts Centre, Wiltshire College and Wiltshire Councils Development Services for Young People.  This year the project is funded by the Department of Children, Schools and Families as part of a broader programme of music making for children and young people in Wiltshire called ‘Wiltshire Music Connect.’

The core aims of MusicMatters are to:

• Improve things to do/places to go for young people in Wiltshire through providing high quality participatory music activities
• Ensure activities support the every child matters agenda and are geared towards developing skills, raising self esteem and encouraging achievement
• work with hard to reach young people - those young people who may be rurally isolated, or have limited access to arts activities
• To provide opportunities for training and professional development throughout the project for older young people and emerging artists
• Enable young people to develop their skills in music and make creative choices  throughout the project
• establish a sustainable project model for future development.

So if you want to get involved then

Joining the talented Ian Grinter on Monday nights 1900-20.00 after getting a taste for Spark radio on 11 Million Takeover Day.

Who I am and where I'm from....

Hiya guys, I'm Merlene :) (pronounced Merleeeen) and I'm 16. I'm from Salisbury and I don't play any instruments or anything. Well, I play the ukulele a little tiny bit, but only a tiny bit :)

 Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

 Ah well, I haven't been doing Spark Radio for long, only a couple of weeks but I've had a right laugh doing it with my co-host Ian :)

  Turn ons........

 Ahh, I like music, like lots. And I love chocolate and watching films at the same time. Brilliant combo if  i'm honest.

Turn offs.......

 Ahh, well.. I don't like it when you're stuck behind someone and you're trying to walk somewhere quite fast and you just can't over take them! It's so frustrating. Also spiders, why is it necesary to have so many legs? It's just selfish really.

Fav Music......

 Florence and the Machine, The Kooks, The Fratellis, The Arctic Monkeys, Kate Nash, Lilly Allen, and music like that :)

Catch Merlene with Ian Monday 7pm - 8pm on Spark

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

CHIPPENHAM AUTUMN PROGRAMME

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

MONDAY        School Outreach                                                                            12.20  - 1.30 pm      

Sheldon, Abbeyfield & Hardenhuish Schools                                      

Achievement Night            

Duke of Edinburgh Award                          7.00 – 9.00 pm

Kit Car Project                                                        7.00 - 9.30 pm                                 

TUESDAY          Activity Night  @ Bridge Centre                                                           6.30 - 9.00 pm

                             Bands / Mixing                                                                                         6.30 - 9.00 pm

                             CHILLAX cafe                                                                                          8.00 - 9.00 pm

                             Skate Shed          (In – Liners)                                                              6.30 – 7.00 pm  

                                                (Skateboards/scooters)                                        7.00 – 8.30 pm

                                                (BMX’s)                                                                      8.30 – 9.00 pm

WEDNESDAY   ‘Roots in Motion’ Dance Project @ Bridge Centre                           4.30 - 6.00 pm

Street Based Youth Work - Hill Rise                                                        7.00 - 9.00 pm

THURSDAYS      Band Night @ Bridge Centre                                                    7.00 - 9.30 pm

                                Skate Shed                               BMX                                                    7.00 - 8.30 pm

In Line                                                            8.30 - 9.00 pm

FRIDAYS             CHILLAX Café  @ Bridge Centre                                                         7.00 - 9.00 pm

                                    Plus ‘No Worries’ advice session

SATURDAYS        Skate Shed (Skateboards/Scooters)                                                10.30 -12.00 pm

                                 PARKOUR                                                                                             10.30 -12.00 pm

To take part in any of these activities you can:

Ø       Just turn up

Ø       Speak to Helen Alford or Ben Harman (Youth Development Co-Ordinators) based at The Bridge Centre or  Sophie Grist (Youth Development Co-ordinator Street Based Youth Work) Contact No:  01249 655249

Ø       Or contact Richard Williams (Team Leader) on 07990 908812

Appropriate clothing must be worn.   Participants will be required to complete parental consent / membership form.

We can also offer life skills workshops, night walks, high ropes and raft building by arrangement.

 THRIVE Dance Platform to Perform

1^st May 2010, Trowbridge Park

Be part of Wiltshire's largest dance event to date!

An exciting opportunity has emerged for dancers to perform in Trowbridge. The event is part of the national Cultural Olympiad. The day will be a celebration of creativity.

The platform to perform is an opportunity to get involved in a large scale outdoor festival taking place in Trowbridge. The event will incorporate dance groups from across the county and is a fantastic opportunity for companies, dance groups and community groups to show what they are made of. This is also a brilliant chance to reach a new, wider audience from across Wiltshire and the surrounding counties.

This is an open call for individuals, companies, and groups to be involved in the days programme. People are invited to perform, run workshops, share skills, host stands, and be involved in a mass choreographed finale, allowing you to promote what you do, make contacts and have fun!

Please fill out the application below, detailing what you would be interested in doing on the day.

Deadline for applications is the 27^th November 2009.

What's in it for You?

• Experience working with young people in a setting you are interested in
• New skills and qualifications
• Opportunity to make a difference as part of a volunteer team
• Residentials, social events and study breaks
• Support to help you decide what to do next
• Up to £100 a week volunteering allowance
• £1500 personal development grant

Interested?
Please come along to find out more about the v Talent Year programme on Monday 30th
November, 3-5pm at Braeside Education Centre, Bath Road, Devizes, SN10 2AP
To book a place at the event and to find out more about the application process please contact:
Jon Rich, Wiltshire Services for Young People, Milford House, 43-55 Milford Street, Salisbury,
SP1 2BP. Tel: 01722 424 558 e-mail:jon.rich@wiltshire.gov.uk

National Anti-Bullying Week is approaching fast (16-20 November) and this year’s topic ‘Stay Safe in Cyberspace’ is a great opportunity to get active and creative. Stonewall and the London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival are inviting anyone aged 16-21 to participate in the second Anti-Homophobic Bullying Film Clip Competition. For more information and terms and conditions click on the image below or visit www.stonewall.org.uk/filmclip

Record on mobile phone/ webcam/ DV-camcorder/ digital camera.

Max length: 3 mins. 

Deadline: 28.02.10

Here are some questions which might help you come up with an idea:

- What’s normal anyway?
- What does a school look like where everyone can be themselves?
- What do teachers need to know about bullying?
- What do parents need to know about homophobic bullying?
- How can lesbian, gay, bisexual issues be included in lessons?
- How can people be encouraged to report homophobic bullying?

If you would like to know how else you can get involved with Stonewall, visit the Youth Volunteering Programme Website HERE!

PROGRAMME

The young people arrived and were allocated their pitch, given kindling to start their camp fire, and time to erect their tents and settle in.

The afternoon started with some communication games.  a log drop game , then treats for young people in the form of a  treat box were given  to share with others groups they had not meet before. In their groups they played an identification game of thing that in their lives  they identified with and chose one to bring to the big camp fire that evening where we had a discussion as to what affected their lives , ie  CCTV Trainers, Skateboarding, which everyone recognised their (also there was the toasting of the marshmallows). later in the evening there was a night line throw the woods which everyone seemed to enjoy, and a chocolate treasure hunt.

POSITIVE FEEDBACK 

 it was a good laugh

had some good chats, it was all good

i enjoyed carving the pumpkins

the night-line and night activities were really good fun

it should have been longer

how to build a campfire

learnt a lot from other peoples view around camp fire, and how to cope with them

it was good fun

i enjoyed myself

i found this trip enjoyable and it was good to make new friends

NEGATIVE FEEDBACK

it was noisy

I'm cold and tired

to mind the cow pats

LEARNING FEEDBACK

i learnt how to cook sausages on an open fire

i fell asleep out side not a good idea

how to make a fire

i learnt how not to walk into trees in the night line, but it was great

onion rings are good to start the fire

popcorns burns well

that most of the waste stuff could be burnt

it was cold so you needed plenty of warm cloths

ISSUES

cold feet, needed to wear more socks

To cold

it was freezing cold

Its aim is to give young people aged up to 25 an opportunity to help combat crime, it will challenge you to put some of your ideas for your own community into practice.

There are no real restrictions to projects; your ideas can either be simple and down to earth or pioneering and adventurous. To find out more, click here for an application form.

Find out more by going to the new Crimebeat website.

The result was a lot of very powerful, amusing and thought provoking statements reflecting many different areas of these students’ lives – we think these views are important, so we’ve turned them into posters to share them with you.  These were part of Wilshire’s ‘No Barriers’ week in December 2008, and many schools and community settings have bought them, to put on display.

If you are setting up a gay youth group and would like us to refer young people to you and list you on our website please let me know. I would be happy to list your group for free. You can upload the information yourself if you find it easier: http://www.stonewall.org.uk/at_home/whats_in_my_area/2710.asp

Click the link below to navigate to the 'notgoingtouni' website!

www.notgoingtouni.co.uk

Formed in only 2007 and aged between 12 and 14 The Demented have fast been making a name for themselves in Wilsthire.Showing great promise as songwriters, players and performers the guys  have recently won battle of the band sto win some free studio time.

Sparks Tim Biles came in especially to interview the band and have the first exclusive of the new tracks.

Listen to the interview here on Spark and listen to the tracks.

The Demented can be booked for any young peoples gigs.

www.thedemented.co.uk

www.myspace.com/thedemented123

Does your school:

Recognise and support you for who you are?
Always challenge biphobia, homophobia, sexism and transphobia?
Acknowledge and support your family?

The Schools OUT Student Tool Kit is for young people in any British secondary educational setting who are – or are perceived to be - lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transsexual or queer (LGBTQ).

Check out their site - www.schools-out.org.uk/STK/Student_Tool_Kit.htm

We would like to meet young people across Wiltshire and let them know exactly what ITV Fixers is all about.

We can make a film about the fix, a podcast, a website, hold an event - the possibilities are endless.

We can offer as much or as little help as the young people involved require (help with expenses etc).

Check out our website at www.itvfixers.com and see what we have already worked on with young people to date.

If any of the young people involved with your organisation are interested in fixing something please do not hesitate to pass on my email address or contact number to them - 07967454140.

Do you look younger than you are?

Sign up to the national photographic proof of age scheme and save the embarrassment

Apply for the card by going to their website - Validate UK

Calculate Your Units?

Take the DrinkCheck Quiz.......

At 14 – you can enter a bar on your own, but only buy soft drinks.

By 16 – you can work full-time after the statutory school-leaving date, apply for your own passport and get married with parental consent. A girl can consent to sexual intercourse with a male over 16, and vice versa. You can live independently, provided certain conditions are met. You can marry, with parental consent. You can smoke tobacco, have a beer or cider with a meal in a restaurant/hotel. You can buy a lottery ticket. You can drive a moped. If you are a girl, you can buy emergency contraception over the counter in a pharmacy. If you are looking after a child, you can be charged with cruelty to that child.

By 17 – you can apply for a provisional driving licence. A care order can no longer be made on you.

At 18 – you’re an adult in law – criminal charges against you would be heard in an adult court not the youth court. You can buy and drink alcohol, vote in elections, serve on a jury, open a bank account/post office account on your own.

19 – you’re entitled to stay in full-time education until this age.

We’ve created this space for you to share what we think is good, look at what’s not, share experiences of things that have gone wrong and show you ways you can get yourself out of bad situations.

Have a look at this great site: Think U Know

Check out their own website to find out how you can get involved and make a difference in your school or college - www.glsen.org

Check out their own website to find out more - www.queeryouth.org.uk

         Money ...... Environment ...... Housing ...... Sports & Leisure

Take a look at Youth Information.com .... it is worth a look .......

Activities for filling in WYPOF forms

Resource Sheet One - Action Card Sort

Resource Sheet Two - Who else will benefit

Resource Sheet Three - Monitoring Form

Resource Sheet Four - Confirmation Signs

Resource Sheet Five - Category Card Sort

Resource Sheet Six - Photo Selection Sheet

Pride Youth has been running since 1993. Initially we offered a service to young lesbian, gay and bisexual people and those young people unsure of their sexuality but more recently we have extended that service to young transgender people who suffer very similar if not the same issues as young LGB.

Contact us

We're always happy to hear from new members, other youth groups in the area or anyone with a question, concern or comment. We do not offer a crisis or counseling service but can put you in touch with other organisations who have the expertise in that area.

There are four ways to contact us:

Phone or Text
Phone us or send a text message from your mobile and we will reply by text:
07766 872565, just dial 141 to withhold your number is you wish.

E-mail: info@prideyouth.org.uk

Access the Anonymous online form

Want to find out more - follow the link direct to Pride Youth

If police stop you, they must tell you why they have stopped you, their name, the police station they’re from and the fact that you can have a copy of the search record.

You don’t have to answer their questions but stay calm and give your name and address.

Don't be offensive or rude you run the risk of being arrested if you are! You don’t need to answer any other questions until you’ve received legal advice.

You can find out more about being under arrest or what happens next by following the links.  Find out your rights!

Just go to Connexions Direct - click!

Choose a person to be you’re "in case of emergency” contact

In your address book record their number under the heading ICE. 

Inform your ICE contact you have chosen them.

Gay Youth UK, or GYUK as it has been shortened to by many of its members, was founded in 1997 with the aim of providing a complete resource for young lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and questioning people living in the UK. Since it's time utilising IRC and Yahoo! as a means to facilitate discussion, Gay Youth UK has evolved through three websites to become a community of over 4000 members sharing information and offering advice to those in need of guidance and support.

Aims  - At Gay Youth UK we strive to:

Unite those who are 25 years of age or under and identify as LGBT
Provide support for those questioning their sexuality in the UK and worldwide
Provide impartial and up-to-date information on LGBT issues from as diverse a point of view as possible
Facilitate discussions of issues affecting the LGBT community
Provide a platform from which young LGBT persons can express their views publicly
Maintain an environment of safety, fairness and freedom of expression

Find out more - check out their own website - www.gyuk.co.uk

It is special because:

It is led by young people
It is all about young people’s human rights
It gathers young people’s views and helps them take action on their rights.

Our interactive website provides young people with lots of information about their rights, and support for getting involved in campaigning for change at local and national levels. It is a place for them to share their views, experiences and ideas, and to identify ways of pushing for change around children’s rights.

Have a look at www.getreadyforchange.org.uk and read the latest news......

www.bunac.org.uk - gap year with BUNAC (in USA)

www.csv.org.uk - Community Service Volunteers

www.lattitude.org.uk - voluntary work overseas

www.gapyear.com - year out ideas

www.gogapyear.com - essential gap year advice

www.statravel.co.uk - student travel

www.studentabroad.com - travelling abroad

www.studentvol.org.uk - UK volunteering opportunities

www.yini.org.uk - a year in industry

Also Wheelchair basketball is starting on Saturday 24th October 3.00 - 5.00pm - again all young people are welcome - Tidworth Leisure centre.

Find out all the details by going to Go Do

Thursday 29th October at

Club Ice, Quartemaster Road, Westbury BA13 4JT.

It's from 12-2 with buffet lunch and movie snacks.

If you have time and interest to support this event, please email acceptance by Monday 22nd October to annette.holdsworth@sarsen.co.uk   More info on this from nicola.sage@wiltshire.gov.uk

As part of some exciting changes here at Spark Radio Jb's show chnages to the later spot of 7pm - 8pm Weds night.

Sandwiched between two of the best Rock shows out there JB will be playing the best in Indie and Alternative music plus regular features and entertaining banter You would be crazy to miss it.

Listen to Spark Radio Weds night 7pm - 8pm

Hello...I'm Mel, 14 and live near the wonderful town of Chippenham. Living in Wiltshire could only be made better if it didn't rain so much...otherwise it's a pretty nice place to be. I play saxophone, this is an instrument that only cool people are allowed to play. Fact.

 Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

Spark is fab! Young people are the future! (obviously...)

 Turn ons........

Music, live music, my iPod, friends and the green wonder that is Hardenhuish School.

Turn offs.......

Rain, why must it be so wet? Cows, they are just too big it's not right.

Fav Music......

Los Campesinos! The Killers, Snow Patrol, Katy Perry, MGMT, Pendulum, Bat for Lashes, Glasvegas, Foo Fighters, The Wombats, Muse, Florence and the Machine, Vampire Weekend, Noah and the Whale...there is more, I will listen to pretty much anything decent.

Catch Mels Show Thursday Nights from 8- 9pm

Regular listeners know the place to hear the best in all things rock is Spark Radio Weds 8pm till 9pm with Rocker Joe.

Joe is now joined by producer Jamie from Chippenham. Jamie will be aiding the Rocker in bringing you the best in classic rock and banter.

Catch them both every Weds 8pm to 9pm on Spark Radio

Four young people, Dax, Gareth, Mark and  Blake will be working with Project Leaders over the next couple of months. We hope to have a photo of the car and the young people on sparksite next week. There will be regular photo’s and updates over the next 6 months to update you all on their progress. 

Date                Session outline

06/10/09          Young women’s pamper / spirituality

20/10/09          Post my world evaluation

27/10/09          Creative activity – hopes and fears

03/11/09          Taking entries for open mic night

10/11/09          Healthy food night

17/11/09          Alcohol awareness

24/11/09          Alcohol awareness

01/12/09          Open mic night

08/12/09          Making Christmas decorations

15/12/09          Christmas event – Chillax Christmas food / non-alcoholic punch

22/12/09          Closed for Christmas

29/01/10          Closed for Christmas

05/01/10          Closed for Programme Planning

For more information contact: Helen alford or Ben Harman (Youth Development Coordinators) on 01249 655249  

What better way to start your weekend off

Dont worry listeners shes not leaving but as part of a station revamp is moving show times to 5pm - 6pm so you can still catch her for a  mixture of power ballads and bizarre but true features that will knock your socks off

Catch it here on Spark Radio

If you need a hand finding work or advice on course choices - or if you need help with housing, money or health matters - your Connexions Personal Adviser can help!

Connexions Personal Advisers can advise on a range of issues: finding jobs, courses or training, support if you are having housing or money problems, or if you have health issues affecting your ability to work, train or learn. Our main offices are open between...

Monday:  9.30am - 5.00pm

Tuesday:  9.30am -5.00pm     

Wednesday:  10.00am - 5.00pm         

Thursday:  9.30am - 5.00pm    

Friday:  9.30am - 4.00pm

At:

Chippenham Connexions Centre - 1 Avon Reach, Monkton Hill, Chippenham, SN15 1EE Tel: 01249 449900

Salisbury Connexions Centre - Milford House, 43-55 Milford Street, Salisbury, SP1 2BP Tel: 01722 424400

Trowbridge Connexions Centre - 1 Wicker Hill, Trowbridge, BA14 8JS Tel: 01225 716450

Or find a closer venue to you, as shown below, and telephone to make an appointment...

Amesbury: - Where to find us: Amesbury Sports and Leisure Centre. That's next to Stonehenge School.

Day: Every Wednesday afternoon - Appointment times: 1.30pm, 2.15pm, 3.00pm and 3.45pm

Ring Salisbury Connexions Centre on 01722 424400 for an appointment with Jonathan Kingsbury.

Devizes - Where to find us: Devizes (Southbroom) Youth Centre  When: Monday and Tuesday mornings (excluding bank holidays)

Appointment times: 10.00am, 10.45am, 11.30am

Where to find us: Wiltshire College Devizes

When: Monday and Tuesday afternoons (excluding bank holidays) - Appointment times: 2.00pm, 2.45pm

Please ring Salisbury Connexions Centre on 01722 424400 for an appointment with Claire Dowsing and Jenny Drury.

Malmesbury - Where to find us: Malmesbury Youth Development Centre, Tetbury Hill, Malmesbury, SN16 9JR

Please ring Chippenham Connexions Centre on 01249 449900 to book an appointment with Debbie Spencer.

Marlborough - Where to find us: Marlborough Youth Development Centre, 30a St Margaret’s Mead, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 4BA

When: Wednesday afternoons - Appointment times: 2.00pm, 2.45pm, 3.30pm

Please ring Salisbury Connexions Centre on 01722 424400 to book an appointment with Anna Thorpe.

Melksham - Where to find us: 'Canberra' - Melksham Youth Development Centre. 56 Spa Rd, Melksham, SN12 7NY

When: Monday afternoons. - Appointment times: 2.00pm-4.30pm

Please ring Trowbridge Connexions Centre on 01225 716450 to book an appointment with Ruth White.

Mere - Where to find us: Mere Youth Centre, Recreation Ground, Queens Road, Mere

When: Alternate Thursday afternoons

Appointment times: Please ring Salisbury Connexions for more information, or to speak to Alison Collier.

Pewsey- Where to find us: The Shak, Pewsey Swimming and Sports Centre, Wilcot Road, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5EW

When: Thursday afternoons (excluding bank holidays) - Appointment times: 3.30pm – 5.30pm

Please ring Salisbury Connexions Centre on 01722 424400 to book an appointment with Fran Graham.

Tidworth - Where to find us: Please ring Salisbury Connexions Centre for more information.

When: Every Tuesday afternoon - Appointment times: 2.00pm, 2,45pm, 3.30pm.

Ring Salisbury Connexions Centre on 01722 424400 for an appointment with Sue Glover.

Tisbury - Where to find us: Tisbury Youth and Community Centre, The Avenue, Tisbury.  That’s next to the police station!

When: Alternate Thursday afternoons.

Appointment times: Please ring Salisbury Connexions Centre for more information, or to speak to Alison Collier.

Warminster - Where to find us: Warminster Youth Centre, The Close, Warminster, BA12 9AL

When: Monday afternoons (excluding bank holidays) -  Appointment times: 1.00pm-4.00pm

 Please ring Trowbridge Connexions Centre on 01225 716450 for an appointment with Kate Witchell.

Westbury - Westbury Youth Centre, Eden Vale Road, Westbury, BA13 3NY (off the same road as the school)

When: Tuesday afternoons - Appointment times: 1.00pm-4.00pm

Please ring Trowbridge Connexions Centre on 01225 716450 for an appointment with Lucy Philips.

Wootton Bassett - Where to find us: Wootton Bassett Youth Development Centre

When: Every Tuesday afternoon

Appointment times: No need to book! Just drop-in between 4.00pm and 5.00pm to see Sharon Wright.  Contact us at Chippenham Connexions Centre on 01249 449900 for more info.

If you are between 16 & 18 and your household income is less than £30,810 a year (2008/09) you could qualify.  

EMA does not affect other income and support benefits going to parents or carers. If you have a part-time job, in most cases you can still get EMA . 

To find out more, to apply for an EMA or to register, go to www.direct.gov.uk/ema.

Some of these websites can give you a start in thinking about the options:

www.connexions-direct.com - for all sorts of information on jobs, courses, training, health issues, money mattters, housing, dealing with bullying, etc.

www.eclips-online.co.uk - job information, qualifications needed, training (log-in with your school or college postcode)

www.futures4me.co.uk/wiltshireswindon - courses at schools & colleges in Wiltshire & Swindon; for courses in other areas click here

www.direct.gov.uk/ema - money while you learn for some 16 & 17 year olds, dependent on household income.

If you're at school you can go to the Connexions Resource Area to look for the information you need, or you can use the information on display in your local Connexions Centre. For details of your local Connexions Centres click here. When you are in Y11 you can see your Connexions Personal Adviser in school.

Contact your local Connexions Centre to find out about vacancies in your area.  You can telephone or call into our centres in Chippenham, Salisbury and Trowbridge to find out more.  Our main offices are open between:

Monday:  9.30am - 5.00pm

Tuesday:  9.30am -5.00pm     

Wednesday:  10.00am - 5.00pm         

Thursday:  9.30am - 5.00pm    

Friday:  9.30am - 4.00pm

At:

Chippenham Connexions Centre

1 Avon Reach, Monkton Hill, Chippenham, SN15 1EE          

Tel: 01249 449900

Salisbury Connexions Centre

Milford House, 43-55 Milford Street, Salisbury, SP1 2BP

Tel: 01722 424400

Trowbridge Connexions Centre

1 Wicker Hill, Trowbridge, BA14 8JS

Tel: 01225 716450

Try the Wiltshire & Swindon course directory at http://swinwilts.futures4me.co.uk

Want to know about qualifications and which ones are right for you?

Your Connexions Personal Adviser can help. You can see the Connexions PA at your school or college, or visit your local Connexions Centre.

Your Connexions PA can also help you with a range of issues from personal problems or difficulties at home to health, money, housing or legal worries. Connexions PA's can also advise about holiday jobs, gap years, university entrance, leisure activities, volunteering opportunities and more. 

For help in a hurry, try Connexions Direct on 080 800 13219, text 07766 4 13219, or log on to www.connexions-direct.com.

Are you eligible?

Jobseeker's Allowance is for people who are available for and actively looking for (seeking) work. 

If you are unemployed and aged 16-17 you will only be able to claim Jobseeker's allowance in exceptional circumstances.  To find out if you qualify, go to the Jobcentre site - Jobseeker's Allowance.

Here are some useful websites to get you started:

www.ucas.com -  official information on HE courses & how to apply

www.aimhigher.ac.uk - complete guide to HE in England

www.ukcoursefinder.com - questionnaire to help you find the right subject

www.hotcourses.com - search for undergraduate, postgraduate and part-time courses

Finance for your course:

www.support4learning.org.uk - student finance, funding and benefits

www.ucas.com - student finance pages on UCAS

You can also visit each university's website for more information on courses, finance and student life or try www.unionview.com for virtual visits to some universities.

If you live in Wiltshire contact Wiltshire County Council Student Finance on 01225 713000 for more information and an application form (available in 2009 for entry to courses starting Autumn 2009).

Exam Results not what you expected?  Connexions can help you make decisions on your future, including university courses and clearing.  For information and advice contact your nearest Connexions Centre as soon as possible after receiving your results.

Want to go to sixth form or college when you leave school next year?

You can look for a course now on :

www.futures4me.co.uk/swinwilts

This site lists all the courses available at school sixth forms and at colleges in Wiltshire and Swindon.

If you want to look for courses in other areas click here.

You may be able to get money whilst you are studying - click on EMA.

Just not sure what to do next? Want to talk through your future plans? ......  see your Connexions Personal Adviser at your local Connexions Centre or 'outreach centre' - click here for more details.

Find out more on the National Apprenticeship & Vacancy Matching Service website.

The best chance of getting an apprenticeship locally is through your own contacts - does one of your family work for an employer who might take you on? Did you do work experience with an employer who takes apprentices? What about your part-time job?.... ask if they have any apprenticeship opportunities.

It is also a good idea to send out speculative letters with a copy of your CV to local companies who may take on apprentices.  Contact your local Connexions Centre for help in writing a CV or speculative letter.

Want to learn a skill? Want to get out to work but carry on learning and get work-related qualifications? An apprenticeship may be the right route for you. Find out more on the National Apprenticeship & Vacancy Matching Service website.

The best chance of getting an apprenticeship locally is through your own contacts - does one of your family work for an employer who might take you on? Did you do work experience with an employer who takes apprentices? What about your part-time job?.... ask if they have any apprenticeship opportunities.

It is also a good idea to send out speculative letters with a copy of your CV to local companies who may take on apprentices.  Contact your local Connexions Centre for help in writing a CV or speculative letter.

Tim thankfully isnt leaving us but is moving to a new show time 7pm to 8pm Tuesdays. To see what the fuss is about listen to Tim on Tuesdays!

A little about Tim:

 Who  I Am And Where I Am From

 Hullo - i'm tim Almost 17 from Salisbury, i'm going to totton college in september which will be sick -  I'll be boring my self senseless sutdying business studies media studies sociology and Religious studies.

 Your Thoughts On Spark Radio

Safe! it's such a let off of steam, i come down, shout down a mic for an hour play some tracks then get bored all week til' i come back, Only problem is the fact i'm on mondays from 5-6 so on bank holidays i can't rant !!! 

 Turn Ons

Music, Sleep, Football, Money, Spending chillax' time with mates. TOP GUN m<3 (Y) Pot noooodlessss. =]Money RADIO!!

 Turn Offs

Working, Being ill, missing radio, not having anything to talk about on Radio. not going out live! ^.^

 Music

Eurodance.Hardcore.Punk.Metal. Anything that makes me listen to it, even chuck in a bit of RnB - but if you catch me listening to that, you could take a picture and sell it for millions as it's a rare occasion

Spark radio was there to cover the event. Highspots of the night was an absolute stormer of a set from local band Big Num ,firing punk from FDS and seeing Lady Winwoods Maggots pack the Five Bells.

The RGT street team worked flat running between venues out collecting money.

A big thank you to all that attended for a very worthy cause.

Though the weather was poor, we managed to make it fun and get work done. We may consider it again but in better circumstances. Teamwork is what we achieved!

Sports Day:

A well organised event and we promoted healthy living and activities. It gave us a chance to show our community what we do with the youth workers, and allowed us to engage everyone in fun activities which we planned.

Camping:

We liked the new location a lot (ross on wye, wales) and it gave us the chance to do varried activities and meet new people. We would like to go here again and Mike has learned to swim!!

Liberal Candadidate for Chippenham Duncan Hames paid the Spark studio a visit and was interviewed live on air by presenter Mike Bird.

Listen to the interview on Spark Radio

Or you can get help from your Connexions Personal Adviser - they may be in your school or college on results day. If not you can drop in to the local Connexions centres in Salisbury, Chippenham or Trowbridge (link to CX contact details). Connexions Personal Advisers are experts in advising young people on the various learning and career options and are trained in giving careers Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG).

You can also contact Connexions Direct (open 18 hours a day, seven days a week) either online at http://www.connexions-direct.com/ , or via text or phone Tel: 080 800 13 2 19.
 
Whatever your results, you shouldn’t become too despondent or worried, because there are other options to consider: other courses, apprenticeships, employment, work-related training and volunteering. A good way of dealing with any disappointment is to find out what your options are.

Ian McGinn has been working with 4 Young Peoples Support Service (YPSS) centres across Wiltshire.

The project started in January 2009 and is due to finish with a performance at the Larmer Tree festival in Dorset on Sunday 19th July at 2pm on the Arc stage.

Ian has been teaching young people how to use technology and instruments to create their own music. Styles vary from dub-step to laid back pop.

Working with Ian have been Miggles and Matt who've helped assist in running the workshops and setting up equipment.

The workshops have started from the young people having no previous musical knowledge or skills, they have now performed at youth centres and run workshops teaching other young people what they have learnt and finally will be performing in front of hundreds of people at a major music festival.

"I have been really impressed with the excellent attendance on the course - all the pupils I have spoken to appear to be very engaged and enjoying it". Jo Houston - Centre Manager, YPSS Chippenham

The performances at the arc were absolutely amazing, I went to all three nights they were that good!

There were 2/3 different plays each night, performed by the students at Trowbridge college, and it was clear that they put a lot of thought and meaning into everything they did. I was wowed by all of them; the commitment from all of the performers was excellent.

The plays were all meaningful, and relevant. They were about the issues people face in every day life, at all ages - such as racism, bullying, discrimination, and growing up.

It made me think a lot about the effects words and actions can have on another person, and how you should value and appreciate everyone, despite race, age, gender, colour etc. I can’t wait to watch more performances at the Arc theatre, it was a great night :)

Placements for:

1. Assistant Youth Worker 

2. Café assistant.

3.Bands manager.

4. Reporter.

5. Photographer

6.  Marketing rep

7. Community artist.

8. Outdoor education assistant.

9. alternative sports assistant.

10. Politician (youth issues, campaigns and representative)

Criteria

1. Maximum age 19 yrs.

2.May require CRB check and reference.

For more information contact

RICHARD WILLIAMS (Senior Youth Development Co-ordinator) or

HELEN ALFORD ( Youth Development Co-ordinator)  Tel..01249 655249

To complete the build of a kit car and see it driven at Castle Combe, The participants will be rewarded with a go karting session.

The young people will learn how a car works and develop mechanical understanding and skills

1. Must be committed to the project

2. Able to do practical tasks

3. Be prepared to observe

4. Prepared to keep a photo diary of the projects to show your learning

The project will start in September 2009 to March 2010</p>\r\n<p>For more information contact Richard Williams or Dave Richards at the Bridge Centre

Tel : 01249 655249

Street Based Youth Work – Hillrise 7:00-9:00pm

TUESDAY - Activity Night @ Bridge Centre 6:00- 9:00pm

Bands/Mixing 7:00-9:00pm

CHILLAX Café 8:00-9:00pm

Skate Shed - 7:00-9:00pm

WEDNESDAY Roots in Motion Dance Project @ Bridge Centre 4:30-6:00pm

Chippenham Young Peoples Issues Group @ Bridge Centre 6:00-7:30pm

Street Based Youth Work - Hill Rise 7:00-9:00pm

THURSDAYS Band Night @ Bridge Centre 7:00-9:30pm

Skate Shed- BMX (30p) 7:00-8:30pm Inliners (30p) 8:40-9:15pm

FRIDAYS - CHILLAX Cafe @ Bridge Centre 7:00-9:30pm

SATURDAYS Skate Shed (30p

10:30-12:00pm

Parkour

10:30-12:00pm

19th - 28th AUGUST 2009

Young Womens Project 1:00-4:00pm

29th AND 30th AUGUST 2009

Chippenham River Festival 10:00am-9:00pm (including raft building

To take part in any of these activities you can -Just turn up at the Bridge Centre - Speak to Richard Williams (Team Leader) 07990 908812 / Helen Alford 01249 655249 or Sophie Grist (Youth Development Co-ordinator street based youth work 01249 655249)</p>\r\n<p>Appropriate clothing must be worn. Participants will be required to complete parental consent / Membership forms.

If you would like to come and join us please call St Nicholas School on 01249 650435.

We also went along to SparkRadio - check out the new presenters for the day......

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Becky Holloway, who sits on the Environment Group, says "Although I've always been passionate about the environment, and campaigned for Fairtrade at school, it still surprises me how changing small aspects of everyday life can make a real difference."

WAY have put together a resource pack to help your group to get started, for a copy, more information, please contact us through Wiltshire Wildlife Trust on FelicityH@wiltshirewildlife.org.

We’d also like to know if your group is already involved in any environmental projects, we’re always looking for new ideas.

The Bridge Centre Chippenham on Monday nights 7-9pm

Mansion house Corsham on Tuesday nights 7-9pm

Come and get support for completing the Physical, Skill and Volunteering sections and training for Expeditions at Bronze Silver and Gold levels

For more information contact Sue Boulton at the Bridge Centre Monday evenings

Tel: 01249 655249

If you haven't listened to Spark Radio yet click on the listen up and check it out.

Tini and Max get an exclusive interview  with local MC C Dot on their Massive Mashup show. C Dot graced the Salisbury Spark studios and treated the boys to a  "freestyle " live on air from his forthcoming tracks and showed why he is a fast rising talent. You heard him here first on Spark.

Tune in every Monday for Max And Tini's Massive Mashup on Spark

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Catch Emma live on Spark Weds nights from 8-9pm and listen to Cheap Thrills here

The Spark Urbie visits Wilton Road Youth Centre where Spark Presenter Adrian Money records a special show.

A special thank you to Winnie and all at Wilton Road for making this possible.

Listen to Adrian live on Spark

Listen to it here on Spark

The Young Parents Group done a presentation on what they got out of the WYPOF money that they recevied Like First Aid Course,Music Sessions with their Children,Food Handing Course ,Books and a Trip to Bristol Zoo .

No other presenters were hurt during the exercise.

Hear the results by tuning into Spark Radio on Monday and Tuesday nights were it broadcasts live out of Salisbury from 5pm to 9pm both nights with a wide variety of music and features.

Alright guys I am Joe Collett (A.K.A Rocker Joe). I come Chippenaham & Trowbridge. I'm 17 & doing a course named E2E at Chippenham collage. I am a bassist with some skills on a keyboard & vocals. I'm also trying to promote Artists from all over Wiltshire & somerset. The genres of music I listen to mainly are Drum ‘n' Bass, hardcore, hardstyle, soft rock, metal, hard rock & reggae. Well that's all i have to say about myself :D

Your thoughts on Spark

My thoughts on spark radio are  positive. . It's has a wide variety & is a good way to get local music out & about

 Turn Ons

Women, Subways,  Loud Music, the legends KISS,  motorbike rides, the weekends, all you can eat buffets, Gigs, Wreck ups, 

 Turn Offs

 Grime, Vodka, quiet nights, cheesy pop music, healthy food,

Check out the show which consists of Classic rock, metal & new unsigned artists of all genres. E-mail me on rocker_joe92@hotmail.com  for any requests.  Enjoy!!!!!

TY

Hi, I'm Ty and I like anything that isn't boring and trying new things!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

It's great fun and a good thing to do! A once in a life time experience!

Turn ons........

Getting out and having fun!

Turn offs.......

Nuts, because I have a nut allergy

Fav Music......

Any modern music!

SEAN

Hi, I'm Sean and I also like trying new things!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

Its great being a DJ and having a little rave in the studio

Turn ons........

Having fun out and about

Turn offs.......

Marmite uhhh!

Fav Music......

Most modern music

LISTEN TO DJ TY & DJ SEAN'S TALKSHOW EVERY THURSDAY BETWEEN 5:00 AND 6:00PM

 Who I Am And Where I Am From

Alright guys I'm Parka I come from the Salisbury and Southampton area. I'm 17 and studying First Diploma music at Salisbury College, I play drums and a bit of Synth. I'm trying to Promote local bands from Salisbury, Southampton, Poole and All over the country. The genres of music I listen to can Vary a lot but the good stuff I listen to mostly is: Hardcore, Punk, Pop Punk Metal, Death Metal. So yeah thats pretty much sums it all up....Take it Easy guys XxpeacexX

Your Thoughts On Spark Radio

I Think spark is pretty sweet considering you can get a lot of experience from it and the best bit about it is that its FREE!

Turn Ons

Supporting Local bands, Gigs, Music, Working for Mc donalds :D, Spending Time with my mates, Neggi Music:P, Dr Martens, Old skool Tattoo's, Subway, Recording Music Yo Digg?

Turn Offs

Being Bored, Not having enough sleep, feeling tired 24/7, Kidz that shout at you in the street then run off.

Music

I play mostly heavy stuff to good old punk and a cheeky bit of trance/dub step. Also any requests you guys have (Y).

Catch Parka Tuesdays 8-9pm on Spark Radio

I'm Jamie from Chippenham. I joined Spark in September 2006, as Spark's first DJ. I DJ electro music (Dance, Techno, some Drum&Bass) and my show, "Mash-Up", is a one-hour mix of the best of electronic music.

I  also DJ at home, producing my own digital music which you can download from my website (below).

For more information on my show and me in general, visit my website:

www.JamieBellinger.Webs.com

IF IT IS SUCCESSFUL THEY WILL BE APPLYING FOR A WYPOF GRANT TO SUSTAIN IT THROUGH OUT THE YEAR. 

LEARN HOW TO TAKE PICTURES TO A BASIC STANDARD AND TURN THEM INTO CD COVERS OR POSTERS AND MAYBE EVEN FOR PRESS RELEASES AND AT THE SAME TIME  GAIN A RECOGNISED ACCREDITATION. DAY AND TIME TO BE DECIDED – LOOK OUT FOR POSTERS

I'm Martin but everyone calls me Tini due to my height. I'm 14 and born and bred in Salisbury. I study Music GCSE and I want to become a radio presenter for my career.

Your Thoughts On Spark Radio

I think it is loads of fun and a good experience and I think that it is cool that there is radio for young people by young people.

Turn Ons

I love playing and watching football including supporting the best club in the world... Liverpool Football Club. I love music and listening to the radio.

Turn Offs

Cheesy pop.

Music

I like pretty much everything from Lostprophets and System Of A Down to Justice and the Chemical Brothers and pretty much everything in between. I don't like cheesy pop and other stuff like that. I'm not really into rap or hip hop but some tracks are quite good. I'm open to new music so give me a suggestion and i'll do my best to get it on the radio.

Who I Am And Where I Am From

 Hey, i'm Max and I was born in Swindon, and bred in Salisbury

 Your Thoughts On Spark Radio

It's okay I guess . . . Nahh, it's briliant! It's loads of fun, and i've met loads of great people

 Turn Ons

Football is a huge turn on to me, I love watching films, and playing some b-ball

 Turn Offs

 Tini's face

 Music

I like a huge variation of music, from bob marley to flobots. I just love a massive tunes!

We're Will ‘N' Patch, we live in and around Chippenham, Will is 15, Patch is 14

That's about it really...K

Turn ons...

Sleeping, eating, music, drumming (Patch), My girlfriend Beth (Will)

Turn offs...

People who can't take a joke, Alex Browse (mentioning no names), Music that's not really music (TAKE R ‘N' B FOR AN EXAMPLE)

Fave Music...

Lots of people... No R ‘N' B though, well maybe the older r ‘n' b (when it was actually rhythm and blues)

How the Duo works...

Will's the nerd, more organised; patch is the drummer, rants randomly.

Catch Patrick and Will every Thursday 4pm - 5pm

Request a song or put your view across on Spark Radio,

Contact us on 01249 465358 or email sparkradio@hotmail.co.uk

This award is given to the act that is going to make an impact in 2009 and is what is seen to be the future of the industry.

Previous winners of the award include Adele and Corrine Bailey Rae with the likes of Duffy and Glasvegas finshing closely behind.

Little Boots has also featured heavily in the playlist of JB'S show on a Wednesday 5-6pm.

Spark Radio would like to congratulate Little Boots for winning BBC Sound of 2009.

Meddle and Stuck On Repeat by Little Boots can be download via all good suppliers and Stuck On Repeat is free on iTunes as the record of the week.

Spark Urbie Van Visits seasonal presenter Adrian at Enham Complex Nr Andover  for a special Xmas show . Joined by friend James longterm Spark Presenter  Adrian used the mobile radio equipment to deliver a special Xmas show just in time for the festive season. Tune into Spark to hear the boys Xmas songs and show.

To Listen to Spark Radio click the "listen up" button on any page to listen using an mp3 stream. Our prefered player is Itunes which is free to install from www.apple.com/uk. You can also use Media Player,Realplayer and Winamp to listen to Spark.

There are some known issues with certain versions of Media Player.

If you are experiencing any problems and cannot access the radio please contact Station Manager Jamie Flukes

Manager on 07917 267739  sparkradio@wiltshire.gov.uk

Or mail the station direct

sparkradio@hotmail.co.uk

Spark presenter James wins the outstanding contribution to Salsibury Music Scene.

James one of the first prsenters to come onboard for South Spark has spent all his time promoting new music in Salisbury on his radio show for Spark week in week out. Now joined by Darren you can catch the "Bands In The Basement " show every Tuesday night at 5pm where the boys will be promoting the best in youth music in Wiltshire.

Darren and James were on hand to interview all the winners and young people involved in  what was a fantastic night. Catch the special Rock Awards feature on Spark radio over the Xmas period.

Listen to the interview and tracks and Spark Radio

The lads also spoke about lineup changes musical influences and all things music. If you haven't checked out Postscript yet you need to !

www.myspace.com/postscriptuk

post-script@hotmail.co.uk

Catch the set and interview on Spark Radio

Bands in The Basement broadcasts live Tuesday's 5pm to 6pm on Spark Radio

Jarryd from band Retramantic travelled down from the Chippenham Spark studio and Keith all the way from Wales to provide one of the most interesting sets we've seen in Bass Connections also a first with some electric guitar in the style of Clapton.

Hear it again at Spark Radio

To check out Retramantic

http://retramantic.synthasite.com/

Hi my name is Helen and I am 18. I am currently at Salisbury College doing a National Diploma in music. I like my Guiding and I am a young leader for Rainbows which is good.

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

Its a great opportunity for young people to get their musical view out there to a wider audience.

Turn On's

Helen: My Music I LOVE IT! Guiding, Playing Mario Cart on The WII

Turn Off's

Helen: Work! Being beaten on Mario carts Fav Music ..........

Helen: Lady Winwoods Maggot, Mcfly, Plain White T's and a few more

Listen to Helen every Monday from 08:00 'till 09:00pm!

Over 200,000 students and jobseekers visit us every month - Join them by clicking the link below!

www.e4s.co.uk

Christmas Lantern's Workshop,Dates Tuesday 18th & 25th Nov 2008,Time 7.00pm to 9.00pm 

Parade 28th Nov ,Ring Julie 01380 722598 more details

Click on any music genre to your right and explore the history, sound and talent of Wiltshire's local music.

This music can also be heard on Spark Radio, which is accessible world wide via the 'Listen Up' on your right.

WE WANT YOUR MUSIC!>

In a band and interested in getting your music listened to, downloaded and out there?

Then download the music clearance form below and send it along with your music (CD format only) to: Lisa Lort, Station Manager, Spark Radio, Interactive Media Centre, Wiltshire College, Cockleberry Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QD.

Music Clearance form

Please note: No cover versions accepted. Original material only.

For further enquiries please contact Lisa Lort, Spark Station Manager on 07917267739 or lortla@wiltscoll.ac.uk

Every Wednesday between 7 and 8pm

Every Thursday between 2 and 3pm

chill out,
run around the hall with basketball, football or other games,
get advice and information,
pool tournaments,
meet with mates,
chat with youth workers,
have fun!

Download reports by clicking on the podcasts below:

1. Calum.....Terry Pratchett donates to Alzheimers research

2. Bradley.....Homework issues

3. Carrie & Hannah D.....Parental Choice Law

4. Steven.....Abbeyfield Schools 6th form building in development

5. Anna.....Paramedics on call

6. Hannah & Harry.....Raise in minimum wage and how this has effected businesses and workers

7. Julien & Tom.....Sports Bulletin, Footy News and Cheltenham Horse Races

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To find out more about Muscle Bird and other animations created by the duo visit www.royaltoaster.com

To find out more about funding for animation and film visit www.southwestscreen.co.uk

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If you have, then why not get yourself nominated for a Wiltshire Young Peoples Award.

You will have to have shown:-

Personal and social development

Encourged other young people to get involved

Listen to other young people and help them achieve their goals

Promote the needs of young people to your community

If you have done any of these and would like to find out more then speak to your Youth Development Co-ordinator who can put your name forward.

The closing date for applications is Friday 10th October. 

They have made it for a number of reasons. 

They are aware that, as a group, they do not get a ‘good press’.  They want to show they are willing to face up to their responsibilities as parents, and that they recognise their importance in the lives of their children.

They want this film to help inform the national debate about teenage parenthood, challenge stereotypical prejudices, and remind us that ‘dads matter too’. 

They intend to 'launch' it towards the end of next month.

Have a look at the film so far - www.dads-matter-too.blogspot.com

You know that bit of land you walk past every day and think someone should really clean that up and make it wonderful for all the wildlife and people round here. Now’s your chance to do it yourself.

Check out the BBC Breathing Place website to find out how to get involved.

Its aim is to give young people aged up to 25 an opportunity to help combat crime, it will challenge you to put some of your ideas for your own community into practice.

There are no real restrictions to projects; your ideas can either be simple and down to earth or pioneering and adventurous. To find out more, click here for an application form.

Find out more by going to the new Crimebeat website.

vcashpoint is offering grants of up to £2,500 to young people aged 16 to 25 in England who want to set up their own volunteering project in their community, creating at least three new opportunities for young people to volunteer. A total of £1 million is available.

The closing dates are the 25th April and the 18th July 2008.

DO YA!?  This year, Youth Action Network is running a DO YA!? campaign to tie in with national Volunteers’ Week, which takes place every year between 1st – 7th June.  

The campaign will be a call to action for young people to do Youth Action and it has 2 aims: To promote Youth Action locally, regionally and nationally and; To encourage more young people to volunteer.  There are lots of opportunities for both young people and organisations to get involved so visit

www.youth-action.org.uk to find out more.

UKYP Make A Pledge.  If you are a young person who feels passionate about issues like climate change, knife and gun crime, and sex and relationships education then why not do something about it? Complete the form (link below) to tell UKYP what you volunteer and pledge to do by the end of 2008.  

For more information go to www.ruralyouth.com

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Young people for respect and understanding

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  • Are you an entrepreneurial young person, between the ages of 11 and 21?
  • Would you like to promote understanding and solve conflict in your community?
  • Do you have an idea of how to do this through sport?
  • Want to find out more? Phone: 08453670770  E-mail: sportrelief@unltd.org.uk Visit:www.unltdsportreliefawards.org.uk

Then an UnLtd Sport Relief Award might be for you...

....all it takes is one great idea. So what are you waiting for?

This could be your chance to get your community moving and score some skills on the way!

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NEXT SPARK RADIO TRAINING DAYS:

NORTH SPARK RADIO TRAINING DAY:

There is currently no North Spark training day set, but please email Station Manager Jamie Flukes ( jamieflukes@wiltshire.gov.uk ) with your contact details and Spark will contact you as soon as the next North Spark training day is set!

SOUTH SPARK RADIO TRAINING DAY:

There is currently no North Spark training day set, but please email Station Manager Jamie Flukes (jamieflukes@wiltshire.gov.uk ) with your contact details and Spark will contact you as soon as the next South Spark training day is set!

NORTH SPARK

Jamie Flukes

North Spark Station Manager

Spark Radio

Wiltshire College - Chippenham

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 3QD

Telephone no: 01249 465358 / 07917 267739

E-mail: jamieflukes@wiltshire.gov.uk

SOUTH SPARK

Jamie Flukes

South Spark Co-ordinator

Spark Radio

Grosvenor House

26-28 Churchfields Road

Salisbury

Wiltshire

SP2 7NH

E-mail: jamieflukes@wiltshire.gov.uk

TALK TO THE PRESENTERS:

Presenters e-mail: www.myspace.com/sparkradiowilts

My parents I hope!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

As the sessional Youth Worker I feel honoured to be part of a Sparktastic opportunity!

Turn ons........

Marmite and Body Combat.

Turn offs.......

Any TV soaps, Stiff Pilchard...i.e. Cliff Richard and listening to Lorty's Induction!

Fav Music......

Everything and everything...but loving hairbursh diva hits!

I'M BASED IN THE SPARK STUDIO BETWEEN 1 AND 4PM EVERY THURSDAY. COME IN AND HAVE A CHAT WITH ME TO FIND OUT HOW TO GET INVOLVED!

I am originally from Wootton Bassett but have moved out here to Las Vegas just for this show and my two listeners.

Spark radio is way better than GWR. Yeah I said that.

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeah Boyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

A great way for people to express themselves whilst being complete fools.

Turn ons........

American Dad (genius!), Family Guy (brilliant!) and House of Flying Daggers (staggeringly beautiful!) Live Music

Turn offs.......

CELINE DION!

Fav Music......

JIMI HENDRIX, Bloc Party, ERIC CLAPTON, Waterproof Blonde, Calvin Harris, Dire Straits, Billy Ocean, Paramore the list goes on...........

LISTEN TO JB WITH JB LIVE IN VEGAS EVERY WEDNESDAY BETWEEN 4.30 AND 5.30PM

Ite, I'm Joe, 15 from a small village called Bradenstoke, i used to live in Germany and want to live in America when I finished school. I love music and my mates and I mix and dance(street and jazz)for a living. I've lived in England a year before I moved to germany and came back and lived here since I was 4

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

I think Spark Radio is a great opportunity for people around Wiltshire and im happy to be part of it

Turn ons........

Music, girls, cars, motorbike racing, raves and sleep

Turn offs.......

Bad music and annoying people

Fav Music...

Mainly Hardcore and Hip hop but a bit of reggae, reggaeton,trip hop, drum and bass and RnB

LISTEN TO DJ JOEY WITH THE TRIPLE H HOUR SHOW EVERY THURSDAY BETWEEN 5 AND 6PM

I'm from Melksham and my name is Mike Bird! I play the drums in a band named Final Thoughts, I also play in a band with some dudes from college :D.I have some awesome mates, I love them all! I study a National Music Technology National Diploma at Wiltshire College, which is the best fun I have ever had!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

I love it! It's a really good opportunity to get issues across to the people they matter to!

Turn ons........

Food, music and radio, Fun times with some mates:)

Turn offs.......

I dislike annoying things like busses, horrible food, being bored, and rubbish music.

Fav Music......

I love music so I don't have any particular favourite track, but I really like the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Chad smith is my alltime drumming legend!:0)

Email me your tracks and requests to sparkradio@hotmail.co.uk

LISTEN TO DJ BIRDZTA WITH THE MIKEY B SHOW EVERY WEDNESDAY BETWEEN 3 AND 4PM

Have the opportunity to listen to your favourite DJ Presenter again and again.

Archival Revival contains past programmes for your pleasure.

Hi, I come from Melton Mowbray, a market town in Leicestershire. I don't remember much from when I lived there, but from what I hear, it was nice!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

Yey for Spark!

Turn ons........

Sailing, the radio and nice people!

Turn offs.......

Nasty people, oysters and when things go wrong!

Fav Music......

Anything that sounds funky!

LISTEN TO ED's "MUFASSA THE CATS CRAZY SHOW OF DOOM" EVERY THURSDAY FROM 07:00-08:00pm!

Who I am and where i'm from....

Born in Essex and having moved across country...I'm a city girl to the end. My culture's from Japan, my accent's from America, my style is from the shadows and my smile is from the heart!

I'm forever decked in black but I like it that way, I love my ever so long nails on my left hand and y forever changing hair (darn permanent dyes that aren't as permanent as they say!). I'm a gamer and love Final Fantasy and Sims,  my music taste is way out there with Anime and Pokemon 4ever!

Your thoughts on the Spark Radio.....

Mondo cool, I love doing my show and bringing my own version of the Alternative to the music loving people, finally there's a show for the oddities like me who love intercontinental music and regular updates in the wrestling world. Spark Radio is a great way get things out there, YouTube I only got two words for ya!

Turn ons........

Wrestling, Anime, Video Games and Vampires!

Turn offs.......

That stupid system of Down Band! I dislike 'Download' or any other sit in a tent and drown in muddy tent music festival things. I don't like Eninem and pretty much all Hip Hop. I also dislike 'downloaders,' those people who never buy their games, music or films any more and just download for free! There'e nothing cooler than a full DVD/CD rack guys!

Fav Music......

Loads of Anime soundtracks, power ballads, Jpop, rare musics from other countries and Smile.dk's Future Girls.

LISTEN TO LOVEANGEL YEMI WITH THE ALTERNATE UNIVERSE EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 06:00-07:00pm!

We are now trialling a new mp3 stream click the “listen up” button on any page to listen using an mp3 stream. You can also listen via real player by clicking here for this option you must have Real Media Player installed.

You will be able to find out about lots of exciting information on the radio, including:

Spark Schedule - check out Spark's live programmes
Presenter profiles - find out about your local presenters
Bandemonium - are you part of or do you know any local bands? If so, we want you! Click onto the Bandemonium page now to find out how you can get your music played on Spark Radio and allow other young people across the world to download your music
Archival Revival - listen to past and present programmes fantastically presented by the young people of Wiltshire
Train in radio - do you want to become part of a fantastic team of young people who run Spark Radio? Do you want to present your show about music or issues that are important to you? If yes to any of the above then please CONTACT Spark Radio's Station Manager on 07917 267739  jamieflukes@wiltshire.gov.uk

Gifted animation students talk to Spark about the South West Screen funded project 'Muscle Bird'

Spark spoke to Wiltshire College Games Development Course students Ben Morris and Lewis Sanderson about their newly funded Animation project 'Muscle Bird.'

To listen to the podcast click on Muscle Bird

To find out more about Muscle Bird and other animations created by the duo visit www.royaltoaster.com

To find out more about funding for animation and film visit www.southwestscreen.co.uk

 "I think the hoodies are awesome! I can finally wear something else!"

Sam Brazier (aka DJ LadyBug)

"I think the hoodies are really snazzy and erm cool, they're absolutely cracking:D It represents Spark radio really well, its a bit like walking advertising!"

Mike Bird (Mikey B)

Jamie Flukes

Spark Radio

Wiltshire College

Cockleberry Road

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 3QD

Every Wednesday between 3 and 4pm

Every Thursday between 5 and 6 pm

Every Thursday between 8 and 9pm

Every Thursday between 7 and 8pm

Click on any name on the right to gain an insight into your favourite Presenter at Spark Radio.

Want to contact your favourite presenter? Just e-mail sparkradio@hotmail.co.uk with their name in the subject box. Better still give them a call during their show and call them on 01249 465358! (Click here for show times)

WE WANT YOU!

Do you want to become part of the amazing Spark Radio Team? Whether behind the scenes or infront of the mic, we want you! Spark Radio is to be used for and by young people in Wiltshire, so wherever you live in Wiltshire join us to ignite Spark Radio across the county.

For more information please contact Spark Station Manager, Jamie Flukes on 01249 465358/07917267739 or via e-mail Jamieflukes@wiltshire.gov.uk

Find out all the public transport serving the colleges and schools sixth forms in and around the county - just click here.

Aged between 16 - 19 and need financial help with transport then check out the Post 16 Student Support Scheme

Latest News - to find out what they are focusing on check out ww.ukyp.co.uk

If you ‘turn the page’ or click on an article in the contents page you go straight there! In addition there are ‘live’ links to websites or useful downloads providing further information. Similarly, when the magazine invites you to email for more information, a click will automatically open your email programme.

Sign up to the online version by clicking here.

Young Assessors wrote this song themselves and hired in an independent music producer to help them put the backing track together. Click here to check out our latest CD Respect 

We are looking to recruit new members to join our team.

Lana, Trained Young Assessor said " Young Assessors is a group of young people who meet once a week and train for a period of around 16 weeks.

This training involves looking at the world and different types of people in a different view, also sharing and comparing personal and political opinions. 

The reasons for trianing is that at the end of this process we are all qualified to inspect different youth centres around Wiltsire.  The reasons for these inspections are all about improving youth centres to a young persons standard".

Lana also quoted - " I am the best Young Assessor EVER" - July 08

The training is accredited so we get a qualification for taking part. It's also free and transport is provided to and from each session. The training ongoing, so there will be lots of different opportunities to join. We inspect youth centres as our main and most consistent project - this is ongoing throughout the year and we work alongside staff in the Youth Development Service.

The Young Assessors Programme is managed by Wiltshire County Council's Youth Development Service.

To take a look at more information and to find out how to get involved check out the Young Assessors Flyer.  If you are interested then complete the Young Assessors application form.

If you would like to talk to someone then contact Hayley Bamborough on 01249 652185 or send an email: hayleybambrough@wiltshire.gov.uk

Volunteering is a great way to build your skills and gain experience in an area that you want to work in.  It’s also a great way to make contacts and new friends outside of school. 

Volunteering can open up a world of possibilities for you!

If you are interested in volunteering, get in touch with us at volunteer@cvsnw.org.uk  or you can search the www.do-it.org.uk website 24/7 for the ideal volunteering opportunity for you .

Having reunited in 2003 The Beat have been back in the studio and are back on tour.

8pm

Tickets:£14 (£16 door price)

www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

It was a Very Hot Day.We Left  at 9:00 and got there at 11:30.

We went on all the Rides I went on X No way Out 4 Times and felt Dizzy.

 Daniel Went on on Nemesis.

We went to KFC and Burger king for Lunch.

We went Back on the rides after lunch one of the rides we went on got Stuck.

 On the Way out we all went to the Gift Shop.

 We left at 17:00 to come home we got back in Devizes at 19:00 we dropped Suzanne on the Way Back .  

Christian.

7.30pm

Tickets: £6

Age 15+ (ID required for bar)

www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

Your chance to come along and have a say and input in to local issues that affect you!!!!!!!

For further information and details contact Sam Shore on 01985 218561

shuttle buses for the warminster & westbury community areas we plan on doing this by:

1. contact local community transport providers and orgarnisations that may have access to a minibus. E.G. scout groups, church groups etc.via community first and gather information about hire charges/costings.
2. survy young people on what there transport needs are in each community area and then present those fact and figures to the transport providers to evidence the issues/need.
3. collaborate with trowbridge commuity area to ensure the suttle goes to all 3 towns.
4. publicise a pilot service in the media so that young people in the community area know what's happening.
5. go back to the transport provides and confirm that they can offer the service in relation to the need and submit a bid for funding to cover cost and make project "go live" happen
6. wiat for funding acceptance and then re-confirm the service with transport providers so thatit becomes a "soild deal"
7. promotion campaign to let young peopl know about and there lives "go live"

my opinnion on the day was good and we made a big chang to the way that it all happens in warminster and westbury.

Starting in the Easter holidays on Tuesday the 6th, Wednesday 7th and  Thursday 8th April 2010 11am - 2pm at Warminster Youth Development Centre. this will be an organing project thronghout the rest of the term up until July to which we are hoping to show the finished production at the Warminster Festival in the Warminster Park young people are welcome to come along to support and join in the project

For futher information please contact:

Sam Shore Youth Development Coordinator

on (01985) 218561

"I feel that the most important issue for Young People is Transport - I am going to try and make transport cheaper and more rgulaur though the village areas and town because I myself live in Warminster and have touble getting out of warminster because the trains are to expensive, and there is hardly ever a bus."

Contact Sally Willox (01373)822335.

contact Sally Willox on(01373)822335for details.

Sally Willox 01373 822335

It is for all ages and runs from Monday 8 to Saturday 13^th February 2010 in the Salberg Studio at the Salisbury Playhouse.

Tickets are £7 (no concessions) and you can book by calling the box office on

01722 320 333