Sussex Emmaus invites local community to annual Spring Fair
Homelessness charity Sussex Emmaus is inviting the local community to a day of family fun at its Spring Fair on Saturday 28 March, from 10am to 4pm.
This free, family-friendly event promises a fantastic day out while raising vital funds to support people on their journey out of homelessness. Visitors can enjoy music, seasonal food, shopping, and experience the vibrant Sussex Emmaus community.
Based in Portslade, Sussex Emmaus supports people at every step of their journey out of homelessness. The charity provides people with a stable home and life-changing, tailored support and equips people with valuable skills, training and work experience to achieve their goals.
The Spring Fair will include:
- An interactive Easter Egg hunt with a surprise craft prize for participants
- Collectable treasures in the Vintage Emporium, featuring a special Disney selection
- Live entertainment from resident DJ Ital Vital
- Upcycling demonstrations of one-of-a-kind lamps by Companion Christian
- A food market offering fresh local produce, from vegetables to bread and dairy
- Cakes, ice cream, and special café dishes
- A Shakespearean-themed fete and a 50p Jumble Sale at the Outfit London Road shop
Rachida Zitouni, Business Manager at Sussex Emmaus, said: "The Spring Fair is one of the highlights of the Sussex Emmaus calendar. It’s a wonderful opportunity for the local community to come together for a fun, family-friendly day while supporting people on their journey out of homelessness. We are delighted to show visitors how much is created and nurtured here, and to invite them to explore our beautiful site. Companions, staff, and volunteers/ are looking forward to welcoming everyone and sharing everything the charity has to offer, from its shops and upcycled furniture to the café and entertainment."
For more information about Sussex Emmaus, visit: https://emmaus.org.uk/sussex/