GOOD NEWS - 16th October
Today is the launch of the new Broadway Baby Bank based at the Medical Centre ...
available to patients attending the children's vaccination clinic every Wednesday.
The team there say "Our aim is for struggling patients to access baby and women’s essentials, discreetly and without judgement. The baby bank will be situated in the clinic room and we also have a variety of leaflets provided by Healthier Fleetwood, with some amazing local support groups and charities available in our local area.
All this has been made possible by the overwhelming donations from our amazing practice staff. However for this to remain sustainable, we would be very grateful of any donations of unused and unopened baby essentials such as nappies, wipes, baby wash etc. and women’s sanitary items. Thank you to everyone who has supported and donated already."
> If you'd like to offer your support to the Broadway Baby Bank ...
please contact laura.richmond1@nhs.net and follow the Facebook page here
There's also a new way to help the Fleetwood Baby Bank ... based at the Skools In/Out Nursery, Fleetwood Road.
If you'd like to make a donation, there's an Amazon Wish List set up, sharing a range of items they need.
It might not be the best time of year for gardening but that doesn't stop the lovely folks from Fleetwood In Bloom making a difference in their community!
There's now a 'Sit-A-While Bench' at Larkholme Parade shops thanks to a donation by The Bloomers, supported by Fleetwood Town Council, and also the Friends of Larkholme Chat group.
The bench was officially unveiled by residents, volunteers and councillors this week and is a great place to relax and chat. Congratulations to Suzanne of the Friends group, a winner at last week's Counselling in the Community Awards.
Young people on the Fleetwood-based Prince's Trust programme have given the meeting spaces at The Youth Hub a fantastic new look!
The imaginative and colourful redesign features a beautiful community tree, a fun music wall, a vibrant Fleetwood history wall, a creative 'Under the Sea' themed wall and a dedicated gaming wall.
The Prince Trust team are also looking for work placements for the young people, with local businesses and organisations in the weeks commencing 21st and 28th October. If you can help, please email chloetipping@lancsfirerescue.org.uk
If you fancy a kick about for fun and a good cause, there's a 12-hour fundraising footie match next month.
Fleetwood Town Community Trust is staging the game at the Poolfoot Complex to install life-saving defib equipment at the Youth Hub. Playing between 8am and 8pm on Saturday 9th November, it's a donation of £10 per player for the first hour, £5 each hour after. Sponsors and offers of raffle prizes are also welcome.
To book your spot or get involved, email callum.sanderson@fleetwoodtownfc.com
Wyre Council are offering free 7-week crafts sessions at Market House Studios, above Fleetwood Market.
Led by a local Fleetwood artist you will learn to make woodland animals with paper and clay and other fun things. Sessions will be on Thursday’s 10am – 1pm starting from 7th November.
Please email community@wyre.gov.uk to book for all the sessions. Places are limited and please note the studio is only accessible via 1 flight of stairs.
FOCUS ON ... Over The Rainbow Bereavement Group
There are so many wonderful community groups active in and around Fleetwood, and it's a pleasure to shine the spotlight on one of them this week ...
Over The Rainbow is a welcoming peer-led bereavement group for those affected by grief, wanting to connect in a supportive, non-judgemental setting. The first meetings were hosted by the Fleetwood Social Prescribers but the group is now led by wonderful local resident Pat. She knows the pain of loss but also the comfort to be taken from having good friends around you, somebody to listen and understand, to give honest, supportive advice. Some of the members say about their experience of Over The Rainbow ...
"We're all supporting each other, everyone is treated the same."
"There's no pressure to talk until you're ready."
"You open up and realise you're not on your own."
The group meet every other Wednesday afternoon at United Reformed Church, Fleetwood. For more information about getting involved call Pat on 07415 708838.
WHAT'S ON AT THE HEALTHIER FLEETWOOD CENTRE
Friday 18th October, 11am - 1.30pm
WEST FLEETWOOD COMPUTER CLINIC
Getting connected, staying safe online, storing data/photos music and more.
Tuesday 22nd October, 10am - 12 noon
BLACKPOOL & FYLDE COLLEGE
Information on upcoming courses and the support available while you study.
Friday 25th October, 11am - 1pm
THE WALNUT TREE - DEMENTIA AWARENESS
Chat about the challenges and opportunities of living with dementia and being a carer.
All drop-in events are free to attend, there's no need to book in advance and refreshments are available. Find us at 1 - 7 Lord Street, Fleetwood, close to Fleetwood Market and opposite St Peter's Church. We're open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am - 3pm and look forward to seeing you.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS ...
A reminder of the special event this week raising awareness of Domestic Violence. The volunteers from Behind Closed Doors invite the community to the North Euston Hotel tomorrow, Thursday, 17th October from 10am to 12noon. You will hear from a lived experience team who will shed light on the realities of Domestic Abuse, allowing individuals to be better equipped to recognise warning signs and seek help when needed. It's open to anyone aged 18 and over. Please confirm attendance in advance if you can ... email bcdoors22@gmail.com
Cackles & Pumpkins is a full week of family fun at Affinity Lancashire Outlet.
From 19th to 26th October, you can meet the Hocus Pocus Witches, practice your magic at the Spooky Slime Making Workshop and even pick your own pumpkin to decorate at the Halloween Little Cod Club.
Fleetwood Museum has 3 days of FREE craft sessions for ages 4 - 11 years, accompanied by an adult.
Activities are twice a day on the 21st, 22nd and 23rd October and include lantern and mask making. Pre-booking is required - telephone the Museum on 01253 876621 to reserve places.
Looking a little further ahead, details of this year's Festive Lights Switch On have been announced by the organising committee.
On Saturday 30th November, the parade will assemble at 4.30pm for a 5pm start from Fisherman's Walk, travel up Lord Street and North Albert Street towards Marine Hall for the Christmas Concert. Entertainment includes Fleetwood Royalettes Morris Dancers, The Jacks, Lucas Williams and the Larkholme Primary School choir.
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