GOOD NEWS - 4th September
Our best wishes to all the local children at the start of a new school year.
Some will be attending for the first time, others will be moving up to High School - new experiences, challenges and opportunities await and we thought this lovely image from Larkholme Primary School was also a great way to start the GOOD NEWS bulletin ...
And a shout out to all the teaching and support staff at the schools too. Thank you for all the fantastic work you do for our children and young people.
The second issue of the Connectiverse digital magazine is out now.
There's articles on a wide range of health and wellbeing topics with a focus on change and development at home and in the workplace. Also features on several organisations working in the Fleetwood community.
> Read Connectiverse issue 2 online here
Fleetwood Town Community Trust is seeking an Employability Coordinator.
This is a full-time position supporting local residents into employment, education, or training and the role boasts a competitive salary starting from £23k. Applications do close at 5pm on Friday 6th September.
> Further details of all their vacancies can be found on the Trust’s website here
Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner’s Community Fund is now open for applications.
This is designed to support Community Safety Partnerships, local community groups, organisations, charities, and Parish and Town Councils in implementing projects aimed at preventing crime and anti-social behaviour. Grants of up to £5,000 are available, the deadline to submit is Monday 23rd September.
> For further information and to make an application see the website here
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS ...
Lancashire County Council Children & Family Wellbeing Service invites you to Fleetwood Library on Friday afternoon.
From 1pm - 4pm you can meet the team and other organisations working locally to support health and wellbeing - plus enjoy the free activities and food!
> See Wyre Family Hub on Facebook
It's the Great Inflatables Walk on Saturday 7th September.
Fleetwood family, The Bellamy's, have done a fantastic job putting this event on to raise awareness of and funds for the Bone Cancer Research Trust. Get involved with a costume or pop down and show your support if you can - start is from Blackpool Pleasure Beach at 2pm.
> Find out more by following The Great Inflatables Walk page on Facebook
After another successful Folk Festival weekend, Folk in the Afternoon is back.
This month's event is on Monday 9th September from 1pm to around 4pm at The Strawberry Gardens, Poulton Road. Go along to sing, play or just to listen. Free to attend with a collection taken for the Fleetwood RNLI.
> Visit Fleetwood Folk Club on Facebook
Volunteers from The Walnut Tree are hosting a FREE Dementia Awareness session on Wednesday 11th September, 10am to 12noon at Fleetwood Library.
Anne & John will share their own experience of caring for someone with dementia and other debilitating conditions. They will also be passing on information about the support and opportunities in the local community. The session is free to attend, booking isn't required. If you'd like further information or can't attend and would like to arrange a chat, please email listening@healthierfleetwood.co.uk and we'll put you in touch.
> You can also follow The Walnut Tree page on Facebook
Heritage Open Days are from Thursday 12th to Sunday 15th September but ahead of that, there's an opportunity to explore one of Fleetwood's much-loved venues.
Marine Hall is open to the public on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th from 10am to 4pm each day. You can enjoy The Ballroom with its stunning stained-glass dome interior and an exhibition of photographs and images of the iconic building and Fleetwood.
> For the full list of Heritage Open Days see the website here
Looking a little further ahead ... Fleetwood Town Community Trust have just announced details of their first Charity Dinner Event.
This will take place from 6.30pm, Saturday 26th October, with an evening of live entertainment, a three-course meal, fundraising opportunities and a chance to hear emotive stories from those that the Trust have had the greatest impact on.
Tickets are £35pp and can be booked by calling 01253 208442 or by emailing community@fleetwoodtownfc.com
WHAT'S ON AT THE HEALTHIER FLEETWOOD CENTRE
If you are looking for volunteering opportunities working with families, Home-Start UK can help.
Pop in for a conversation with Katie on Thursday 5th September, 1pm to 3pm to find out more about getting involved. If you can't make it along this time, Homestart are with us on the first Thursday of the month or visit their website for contact details and more about the support available on the Fylde Coast.
It's enrolment time at Blackpool & Fylde College with 100s of adult education courses available.
Jenny from the College will be with us on Tuesday 10th September to chat with visitors about all the opportunities, the enrolment process and the support while you study. Call in from 10am to 12noon to find out more about the courses available and how to start your learning journey.
> Blackpool & Fylde College website
For the start of the month we have FREE printed copies for several 'What's On' listings available to pick up from the Centre.
Also see online for ...
> The Great Outdoors
> The Bay: A Blueprint for Wellbeing
> Fleetwood Library
> Fylde Coast Armed Forces Community
AND FINALLY ...
... if you read this edition of GOOD NEWS in time, a reminder you are very welcome at our Open Meeting this evening (Wednesday 4th) at Emmanuel Church, Mount Road. We'll share a summary of the meeting in an extra bulletin over the weekend.
Please keep sending in all your GOOD NEWS to share with the community.
Until the next time, take care.
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