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Football, Carromboard & Food
June 12 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The purpose of the project is to break down barriers between the local police force, fire officers and the diaspora community living in the Carlisle area. By forming a rapport and trust between these groups, eradicating fear and encouraging them to communicate independently.
| This is a 12 week project consisting of the following activities, specifically aimed at diaspora communities including People Seeking Asylum and Refugees in the Carlisle area: 1. Football sessions from 7pm-8pm with Border City Greens FA at Melbourne Park. 2. Carromboard sessions from 7pm – 8pm. 3. Community Cook volunteer prepares a meal/taster at Carlisle East Fire Station from 6pm to 8pm. 4. Both sessions come together to have a meal together. Kick, Flick & Lick together |
Carromboard is very popular in the Indian subcontinent, and is known by various names in different languages. In South Asia, many clubs and cafés hold regular tournaments. Carromboard is commonly played by families, including children, and at social functions.
Carromboard originated in the 18th century, invented by the Indian maharajas. It is a multi generational game as well as a competitive league game. After the First World War, the game of Carromboard gained more popularity.
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