The Big Green Bus

So, back into the New Year, the Barefoot Games team is thriving into all-sorts of brand new ideas!

As a team, we want to bring the Big Green Bus to you, to schools, colleges, to community events, and where-ever duty calls!

We're taking it into the loving hands of the Barefoot team until Spring to get out there, and bring you a collective of new and inspirational things for you to get involved with! Whether your young or old, there'll always be something for you to hop on board with!

With a creative and talented team behind our backs, the Barefoot Games is sure to bring you something you've never seen before!

New Year, New Twitter..

Why not follow the New Year, with a New Twitter! .. Get up to date with what's going on at Eden, straight to your iPod, iPad, Computer, and Phone!

Arts In Your Eyes, @ The December Arts Café

Friday the 3rd of December was a date on your Advent Calender, that you should have been sure not to have missed!

As well as the Monthly Arts Café, there was another celebration for the hard-working Eden Volunteers! With Joy, and added Merriness, everyone was pleased to welcomed into the warmth of Eden's Core.

Starting off the night, Jelly Jazz started their DJ set with style. To follow on their previous performance at the November Arts Café, they brought the newest music in their most interesting mixes, to set the night a-float.

To follow on their performance, the magnificently different Melosa, who claimed to be a "Ska Machine". As I had never heard "Ska", music before, I must admit- I wasn't quite sure what to expect. As they began their set, they brought an electric atmosphere, and something unique to the stage.

Then to, end the night blissfully, was no other than the high-rising Boxettes, who brought something of an original performance. Featuring Bellatrix, the World-Champion Female Beatboxer, these fiesty young women brought excellence to The Core's steamy stage.

The audience were energetic, positively charged and ready for an exciting night full of Ska, Beatboxing, Origami, and even MC's.

But that's certainly not what the Night itself was all about. It was about expressing different types of art in a different fashion each event. In contrast to the November event, it has shown that the Eden Project are capable of adjusting to whatever's thrown in front of them.

All of the Volunteers that attended Christmas Capers were in awe at the performances in front of their eyes. Everyone had a smile to share with one another, and it was once again a beautiful night, bursting with Diversity.

Although, this has been the second event that I have been to, they have both differed to a wide extent.

My first Arts Café experience was fresh, individuality, and unique. It proved that you don't have to be an X-factor contestant to perform at an awesome Gig, and you don't have stick to things your comfortable doing to have a wicked time.

Where as, my second Arts Café experience was more of a community cohesion, full of festive merriment, and perhaps more relaxed. Both of the events tried hard to grab the attention of the Public- but never in a desperate-for-attention way.

It always proceeds to try hard to bring those who haven't, or wouldn't usually, get to know each other by doing things creatively with each other. Choirs and Poetry slams, A talented Ska band with the eccentric, diverse crowd, and The Eden Project with the up-and-coming Youth of tomorrow.

So, if you had missed this spectacular event, have no fear! The next Arts Café event is on the first friday of the month, starting with our February Arts Café 2011. And with the Line-up not yet announced, Who knows what to expect!

Ticket prices are between £7-10, and you can find out more information from the Official Eden Project website, and the Arts Café Facebook Page!

Christmas Café

This December Arts Café has just kicked off, and bursting with a bang!

We have festive treats such as; Christmas Origami Treats, Fantastic Fascinators with our resident seamstress Sue, and Live music until later on tonight!

Plus, if you're interested in getting involved with the Eden Project, Come and find out more with our Barefoot Games stall. Whether you're into writing, artistry, or horticulture, there's something for everybody!

So if you're in the area tonight, make sure you come and check it out! Only for £10!

A Time of Gifts..

If you are an "Eden Friend" the Eden Project is having a special Christmas Shopping night for those who feel like popping along!

With lovely Fairtrade and ethically made products for all the family, there's something for everyone Christmas 2010. From Monopoly Cornwall Edition to Divine Fairtrade Selection of Chocolate, there's something to put a smile on everyone's face.

So come down and support our Shop, So dash through the snow this December on your one horse open sleighs, and we can guarantee: You won't be laughing, but you will be making our spirits bright!

Walking in a Winter Wonderland..

Today, if you are planning to visit the Eden Project, you will be welcomed beautifully by seasonal Christmas Carolling, from the sensational Champagne Cornwall choir...

With their age range spanning from 11-70+, they are a force to be reckoned with. As well as welcoming new singers to come along and join them, they also claim that they "practise hard and perform to a professional standard". So you know they will give the best that this inspirational group of sixty superb ladies will not let the crowd leave!

If you're currently at the Eden Project today, or plan on attending, make sure you don't miss this sensational event! The group will be performing at no additional charge from 1pm this afternoon in the Mediterranean Biome, so make sure you don't miss out!

Back and Bigger!

After the floods tried to destroy all our hard work and all our spirits, the skies brightened above the Eden Project and we're all back on our feet for The Hive of Activity Version 2.

We're now situated downstairs in The Core, where we're surrounded by other educational bits and bobs. So as well as being able to come and visit our Event, you can come and exhibit Paul Mcgowan's "Blockhead" pieces, as well as observing the "Seed".

We also have our own stall within The Hive of Activity selling food and drinks, as well as having Jo's Café above- you won't be deprived of anything whilst visiting.

So come and try creating some cute Christmas crafts! You could even try your hand at Woodcarving, Computing, Massage, Facials, Origami and much, much, more!

If you are or you were coming to The Eden Project between now and the 16th of December, then please don't hesitate to come and check it out!

There's lots of things to do for those who are young, small, old, and maybe even bald! So come on down and join in with the merriment! You won't be disappointed..

The Hive of Activity is back, and back with a vengeance!